In-Situ Detection of Volcanic Ash

This effort involves the development of compact, low-cost sensors for measure engine exposure to volcanic ash. The specific objective involves a proof-of-concept demonstration of the ability to discriminate between mineral ash and water droplets, a problem of considerable practical interest.

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