Near-Infrared Temperature Measurement Technique for Water Surrounding an Induction-heated Small Magnetic Sphere

作者： Naoto Kakuta1, Keisuke Nishijima1, Van Cuong Han1, Yuki Arakawa1, Katsuya Kondo2, Yukio Yamada3 1Department of Mechanical Engineering,Tokyo Metropolitan University, 2Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering,Tottori University, 3Brain Science Inspired Life Support Research Center,The University of Electro-Communications

简介：

Overview

This article presents a technique for measuring temperature distributions near a heated small sphere in water. The method utilizes specific wavelengths to assess local heating, which is beneficial for hyperthermia research.

Key Study Components

Area of Science

• Thermal measurement techniques
• Hyperthermia research
• Magnetic particle applications

Background

• Understanding temperature distributions is crucial in various scientific fields.
• Local heating effects can influence biological processes.
• Magnetic particles are often used in hyperthermia treatments.
• Accurate temperature measurement can enhance experimental outcomes.

Purpose of Study

• To measure temperature distributions near a heated sphere.
• To facilitate research on local heating in aqueous media.
• To provide a straightforward method for experimental setups.

Methods Used

• Utilization of wavelengths of 1150 and 1412 nm.
• Fixing a steel sphere to a non-metallic string for measurement.
• Preparation of water or aqueous liquid samples.
• Implementation of a PTFE cuvette cap for the setup.

Main Results

• The technique allows for effective temperature measurement.
• Demonstrated ease of setup by graduate students.
• Potential applications in hyperthermia research highlighted.
• Method shows promise for further experimental applications.

Conclusions

• The presented method is efficient and easy to implement.
• It provides valuable insights into local heating effects.
• Future research can build on this technique for various applications.

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