As industries such as biopharmaceuticals, food fermentation, and energy chemicals increasingly demand more refined and intelligent production processes, traditional methods relying on manual sampling and offline testing are no longer sufficient to meet the real-time, multi-parameter simultaneous monitoring needs of modern fermentation industries.
(Image of a biopharmaceutical laboratory from the internet)
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Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (NIRS) Technology |
In the fermentation or biocatalysis processes of bio-based novel materials, key parameters such as substrate concentration, intermediate metabolites, and product yield can change rapidly. Traditional offline detection methods suffer from inherent delays, making it difficult to achieve efficient process control. |
Near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS), as a rapid, non-destructive, and online detection analytical method, has demonstrated significant advantages in fermentation processes in recent years. Through a non-contact, non-destructive, and continuous approach, it can simultaneously monitor multiple components in the reaction system within seconds. |
⭐ No Sampling Required: Avoids contamination risks and ensures the integrity of aseptic processes.
⭐ Millisecond-Level Response: Enables real-time dynamic tracking of materials inside fermenters, reactors, and pipelines.
⭐ Simultaneous Multi-Component Analysis: Key indicators such as sugars, alcohols, acids, proteins, and polymer monomers can all be monitored through a single optical measurement.
This not only significantly improves process development efficiency, but also lays a data foundation for subsequent intelligent control and digital twins applications.
Near-infrared spectroscopy monitoring of bio-fermentation. Image from the internet.
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Application Requirements for Near-Infrared Spectroscopy Analyzers
Stringent Demands on Industrial Computing Platforms
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To achieve stable and reliable real-time near-infrared spectral monitoring and control in the complex and demanding environment of industrial fermentation, the customer placed extremely high demands on the core computing platform—the industrial computer—which directly determines the overall performance and reliability of the monitoring system. The specific requirements include: |
✔ It needs to be equipped with a high-performance, multi-core processor and large-capacity memory to ensure rapid computation of the spectral analysis algorithms and achieve second-level feedback for key parameters (such as glucose, pH value, and potency).
✔ It needs to have multiple gigabit Ethernet ports for high-speed data acquisition; sufficient COM serial ports and USB interfaces for connecting peripheral devices; and support for wireless communication such as 4G/LTE and WiFi, to enable remote data monitoring and uploading.
✔ It should adopt a wide-temperature and wide-voltage design to adapt to voltage fluctuations in the field; and feature industrial-grade components and a good heat dissipation design (supporting fanless or ruggedized cooling) to ensure long-term stable operation under harsh conditions and prevent system downtime or crashes.
✔ The motherboard should feature a compact form factor suitable for embedded installation, while supporting multiple display interfaces such as HDMI, DP, and LVDS to enable multi-screen independent display for synchronized monitoring in both central control rooms and on-site environments.
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JHCTECH Solution: ECM-I913 Embedded Single-Board Computer
The JHCTECH ECM-I913 embedded single-board computer perfectly meets the stringent requirements of fermentation monitoring with its superior hardware configuration.
*Near-infrared spectroscopy analyzer system architecture diagram
The ECM-I913 features a high-performance 11th-generation Intel® Tiger Lake U processor and dual-channel DDR4 memory, providing robust processing power for near-infrared spectral data and prediction models. Equipped with dual Gigabit Ethernet ports, four COM ports, six USB ports, and M.2/Mini PCIe expansion slots, it enables efficient integration with spectrometers, online probes, and control actuators. Supporting a wide 9–36V DC power input and an fTPM Trusted Platform Module, the system ensures stable operation and enhanced data security in harsh industrial environments. Its optimized thermal design supports operating temperatures from 0°C to 60°C, with optional fan or fanless cooling solutions available for different application requirements. Featuring a compact 3.5-inch standard SBC form factor and embedded design, the ECM-I913 can be easily deployed inside space-constrained control cabinets or desktop chassis. It provides a stable and reliable hardware platform for real-time monitoring, analysis, and optimization of bio-fermentation processes.
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From laboratory R&D to industrial production environments, the JHCTECH ECM-I913 serves as a trusted “brain” for near-infrared spectroscopy analyzers. With its compact form factor, powerful computing performance, and rich I/O connectivity, the ECM-I913 seamlessly bridges intelligent analysis and industrial applications. Choosing the ECM-I913 means choosing stability, efficiency, and scalability — empowering near-infrared analysis systems to unlock greater value in cutting-edge industries such as biopharmaceuticals and food fermentation. |
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