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The TDB-supported project aims to take the multi-gas sensor technology between which technology readiness levels?

  1. A.TRL-1 to TRL-5
  2. B.TRL-2 to TRL-7
  3. C.TRL-4 to TRL-9
  4. D.TRL-6 to TRL-9

Correct answer

C. TRL-4 to TRL-9

Explanation

The correct answer is TRL-4 to TRL-9. The stated objective of the project is to advance the Platform MEMS and AFE SoC Multi-Gas Sensor from TRL-4, where the design has been validated in a laboratory environment, all the way to TRL-9, where the technology is proven in its actual operating environment and ready for deployment. The programme funds further development, integration, testing, validation and scale-up to reach that end point. Option A stops well short of a deployable product. Option B begins too early and also stops short. Option D names the right end point but the wrong starting level, which makes it a close distractor. Since both the starting and the ending level must match, only option C is correct.

Read the full article: TDB Backs Indigenous Multi-Gas Sensor With Rs 37.51 Crore

Practice Questions

Q1.Science & TechnologyMedium

How much financial support has the Technology Development Board extended to Multi Nano Sense Technologies for the multi-gas sensing platform?

  1. A.Rs 18.75 crore
  2. B.Rs 37.51 crore
  3. C.Rs 75.02 crore
  4. D.Rs 150 crore
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Correct answer: B. Rs 37.51 crore

The Technology Development Board, which works under the Department of Science and Technology, signed the agreement extending that amount as financial support under the Research Development and Innovation Fund, and the money will be routed through Optionally Convertible Debt.

Q3.Science & TechnologyMedium

What is the targeted response time of the multi-gas sensor platform being developed with TDB support?

  1. A.Less than 20 milliseconds
  2. B.Less than 200 milliseconds
  3. C.Less than 2 seconds
  4. D.Less than 20 seconds
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Correct answer: B. Less than 200 milliseconds

The platform is being designed around high sensitivity, low power consumption, a miniaturised form and intelligent signal processing, and among its stated design targets is a response time below 200 milliseconds so that it suits applications requiring rapid detection and monitoring, such as leak detection in refineries and piped natural…

Q4.Science & TechnologyMedium

Which method was examined at the dialogue for the safe destruction of persistent organic pollutants such as DDT and PCB-contaminated material?

  1. A.Deep-well injection
  2. B.Open burning at landfill sites
  3. C.Cement kiln co-processing
  4. D.Ocean dumping in sealed drums
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Correct answer: C. Cement kiln co-processing

The technical session on persistent organic pollutants and hazardous waste, led by SINTEF's Chief Scientist Dr. Kare Helge Karstensen with Dr. Ramesh Kumar of CSIR-NEERI, looked at the ability of cement kilns to destroy hazardous organic contaminants under controlled high-temperature conditions, while fuel derived from waste takes the place of…

Q5.Science & TechnologyMedium

Under which bilateral framework, agreed during the Prime Minister's visit to Norway in May, was the waste to resource dialogue held?

  1. A.Blue Economy Compact
  2. B.Green Strategic Partnership
  3. C.Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement
  4. D.Clean Energy Mission Statement
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Correct answer: B. Green Strategic Partnership

India and Norway lifted their relationship to a Green Strategic Partnership when the Indian Prime Minister travelled to Norway in May, and circular economy, clean technology and research were placed at its heart.