The MicroV^© is a non-intrusive, time-of-flight velocity sensor, capable of measuring velocity of the flow or moving objects at a fixed distance from the sensor surface. The sensor is extremely compact and has no moving parts. The sensor does not include any active components and is suitable for use in harsh environments. The figure below shows the Micro V designed as a sealed surface mounted sensor along with a schematic of the sensor.

Photograph of the MicroV with a schematic of the sensor.

  The sensor uses diffractive optic elements to project two elongated light spots (approximately 75 um long and 20 um apart). The light scattered by particles in the flow or by a moving surface is collected through the same sensor element. In addition to the packaging shown above, the sensor is available as a stand-alone or OEM version, shown below.

OEM Version of the MicroV.

  The light source and the electronics are connected to the sensor via optical fibers. Optical steel jacketed conduits are available for industrial applications.

MicroV and opto-electronics driver.

Processing

Instantaneous boundary layer characterization