Bristol spin-out gets new investment for sensor tech

Inductosense, the University of Bristol spin-out company which has developed an ultrasonic sensor for monitoring corrosion, cracks and defects in industrial structures, has secured new investment.

This latest round brings the total amount raised by Inductosense to more than $10 million.

Inductosense has developed a WAND (Wireless and Non-Destructive) system based around wireless, batteryfree ultrasonic sensors.

These are permanently attached to metal structures to provide simple and accurate wall thickness monitoring.

Its clients benefit from a reduction in cost and time associated with conventional monitoring.

The WAND technology has already been deployed internationally in a range of industries including oil and gas, chemical, nuclear and mining.

The latest round of investment comes from Aramco Ventures.