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Home 2. News Bosch Sensortec World's smallest particulate matter sensor revolutionizes air quality measurement Noiseless, fanless, and maintenance-free sensor provides accurate data Learn more about BMV080 Bosch Sensortec World's smallest particulate matter (PM2.5) air quality sensor (450 times smaller in volume than alternatives) enabling use in ultra-compact IoT devices * Accurate measurement of PM2.5 concentration providing actionable data * Innovative fanless design is silent and maintenance-free * Bosch at CES: booth 16115 and start of new #LikeABosch campaign Clean air is fundamental to our health and well-being. Today, people typically spend approximately 90% of their time indoors, which has a negative long-term impact on health because indoor air is three to five times more polluted than in the outdoor environment in most parts of the world. A major component of this pollution is fine dust known as PM2.5 particulates, which are solid and liquid particles smaller than 2.5 mm. These particulates are inhaled and enter the lungs, where they cause serious health problems. The most common air quality measurement stations only provide outdoor data averaged over time, which fails to deliver real-time, localized information most relevant to our health. At CES(r) in Las Vegas, Nevada, Bosch Sensortec is addressing this issue with its new BMV080, the world's smallest PM2.5 air quality sensor, which provides accurate, actionable data. "Indoor air quality is a problem: in poorly ventilated homes, PM2.5 concentration from domestic cooking can reach levels 100 times higher than acceptable limits," said Dr. Lucas Ginzinger, Head of Product Area Optics at Bosch Sensortec. "With localized, actionable data from the new BMV080, it's now possible to identify and respond to poor air quality." BMV080 sensor The BMV080 utilizes an innovative design based on ultra-compact lasers with integrated photodiodes. "The BMV080 provides timely, accurate and actionable information about particulate concentration levels in the air, enabling the identification and handling of indoor and outdoor pollution to improve people's well-being and health." Dr. Stefan Finkbeiner, CEO at Bosch Sensortec The BMV080 sensing element measures only 4.2 x 3.5 x 3 mm3 (W x L x H), which is more than 450 times smaller in volume than any comparable device on the market. The miniscule size and fanless, non-intrusive design of the BMV080 are a game-changer, and its noiseless operation means it does not disturb residents who may be sleeping or working. The new sensor is maintenance-free with no fan-induced dust buildup, which means that it's more reliable, and less prone to malfunction. It is a natural fit for ultra-compact wearable or IoT devices such as air quality monitors, smart thermostats, smart speakers, smart switches and smart air purifiers. Click through example applications: Bosch Sensortec Facing a lot of damaging pollutants in the air is usual, especially in a subway station. The BMV080 in wearables measures air quality and assists on when to use a mask for health protection. Bosch Sensortec Certain cooking styles like frying or roasting release particulates that can lead to adverse health consequences. The BMV080 knows exactly when and at what stage ventilation needs to be activated. Bosch Sensortec Relaxing next to a fireplace might sound comforting. However, wood burning produces particulates damaging to our health. The BMV080 detects these and can trigger air purifiers in the right mode. / Comparable state-of-the-art PM2.5 sensors all rely on a fan to draw air across a laser beam, where a photodiode then detects and measures the particulates as they reflect or block the light from the laser. The BMV080 utilizes an innovative design based on ultra-compact lasers with integrated photodiodes. It applies sophisticated algorithms to measure the PM2.5 concentration directly in free space, without requiring a fan. 450 times smaller in volume than any comparable device on the market. The innovation brings awareness and choice to people who value healthy living. The new sensor is easily integrated into ultra-compact IoT-based smart home and smart building systems to deliver air quality notifications to residents when PM2.5 levels rise above a threshold level. To take action, the resident or home automation system can ventilate by switching on an exhaust fan or filter to clear the air. "The BMV080 provides timely, accurate and actionable information about particulate concentration levels in the air, enabling the identification and handling of indoor and outdoor pollution to improve people's well-being and health," said Stefan Finkbeiner, CEO at Bosch Sensortec. 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