No it can't. Spectrography is tricky and it can't look into the food, at best it might be able to say "That's an orange" and give you generic info. It just won't be able to see INSIDE THE FOOD which is where the stuff you might be more concerned about.
At trinamiX / BASF we take feedback very seriously and can absolutely understand skeptical thinking. We would like to provide you with some further explanations regarding our technology and hope to avoid any uncertainties or misunderstandings. The shown prototype device is based on the Hertzstück infrared sensor which measures up to 3 µm wavelength. With this sensor we can detect overtone vibrations in the NIR regions. This range provides the most valuable information when it comes to NIR spectroscopy. NIR spectroscopy in this wavelength regime is a well-established analytical tool in various industries. It is used for supply chain, quality control, counterfeit protection and more in industries like agriculture, pharmaceuticals, food or chemical for many years. trinamiX has not developed a better spectrometer compared to benchtop spectrometers but trinamiX achieved to miniaturize a NIR detector which enables a miniaturized NIR spectrometer that detects in the same wavelength (1 - 3 µm) as established laboratory spectrometers do. We have shown that we can measure through certain packages, e.g. plastic packaging of sweets and cheese. The infrared light passes through these materials and the reflection of the food in the packaging can be detected. Surely, there will be restrictions when you try to look through materials that is not transparent for infrared light as e.g. aluminum foil. All use-cases presented in London are real and we are happy to demonstrate those anytime. For example, near-infrared spectroscopy can tell the difference between a variety of fibres, sorting silk from polyester, and cotton from a polyester-cotton mix. Shoppers equipped with the device will be able to tell whether manufacturers are using cheaper fibres than they claim. We are aware of the limitations of NIR spectroscopy when it comes to trace compounds like allergens or vitamin content. However, we believe there are many situations where a spectrometer in the hands of a consumer provides benefit such as for following a specific diet or checking the freshness of products. The key for consumer applications will be to detect valuable information as well as to provide reliable chemometrics and a database with relevant information. Our team is working on making this possible. Feel also free to look at www.basf.com/hertzstueck for more information about the sensor.
Instead of relying on a money grabbing gadget that doesn't work the best solution is to inform yourself leaving preconcieved notions about what big industry tells you behind.
It's here everybody! I remember my middle school Design Manufacture teacher telling us this would be a thing, like 6 years ago. Only he said it would be with phones... Guess we're got 4 years waiting to do.
Why so much hate? I'm pretty sure there was a phone announced last year that had a sensor built in that allowed one check the molecular make up of objects.
This is literally just a digital spectroscope. The best thing it will be able to achieve is guessing the food and showing a reference table which is already possible with a camera and computer vision.
Here is a better idea, put a high power Xray tube and a WDS (wavelength dispersive spectrometer) into a hand held form factor, add a time machine so it can complete the scan in a fraction of a second and put a label on it saying that no radiation is inside and you would have a great product. While your at it, add a gas chromatograph mass spectrometer to that as well just to be on the safe side. (don't forget a high pressure liquid chromatography system as well) Oh wait, the above would get you killed and is impossible for such a form factor and time scale.
Now all you need to do is combine it with a 'free water from air' device and you have a perfect snake oil detector! Although just to on the safe side, its best to power it with a cold fusion drive or a solar freakin' roadway...
Thunderf00t is gonna like this one
I only came for this comment ._. im not dissapointed ^^
He already made a video on this and it ain't pretty ;)
No it can't. Spectrography is tricky and it can't look into the food, at best it might be able to say "That's an orange" and give you generic info.
It just won't be able to see INSIDE THE FOOD which is where the stuff you might be more concerned about.
At trinamiX / BASF we take feedback very seriously and can absolutely understand skeptical thinking. We would like to provide you with some further explanations regarding our technology and hope to avoid any uncertainties or misunderstandings.
The shown prototype device is based on the Hertzstück infrared sensor which measures up to 3 µm wavelength. With this sensor we can detect overtone vibrations in the NIR regions. This range provides the most valuable information when it comes to NIR spectroscopy. NIR spectroscopy in this wavelength regime is a well-established analytical tool in various industries. It is used for supply chain, quality control, counterfeit protection and more in industries like agriculture, pharmaceuticals, food or chemical for many years.
trinamiX has not developed a better spectrometer compared to benchtop spectrometers but trinamiX achieved to miniaturize a NIR detector which enables a miniaturized NIR spectrometer that detects in the same wavelength (1 - 3 µm) as established laboratory spectrometers do.
We have shown that we can measure through certain packages, e.g. plastic packaging of sweets and cheese. The infrared light passes through these materials and the reflection of the food in the packaging can be detected. Surely, there will be restrictions when you try to look through materials that is not transparent for infrared light as e.g. aluminum foil.
All use-cases presented in London are real and we are happy to demonstrate those anytime. For example, near-infrared spectroscopy can tell the difference between a variety of fibres, sorting silk from polyester, and cotton from a polyester-cotton mix. Shoppers equipped with the device will be able to tell whether manufacturers are using cheaper fibres than they claim.
We are aware of the limitations of NIR spectroscopy when it comes to trace compounds like allergens or vitamin content. However, we believe there are many situations where a spectrometer in the hands of a consumer provides benefit such as for following a specific diet or checking the freshness of products. The key for consumer applications will be to detect valuable information as well as to provide reliable chemometrics and a database with relevant information. Our team is working on making this possible.
Feel also free to look at www.basf.com/hertzstueck for more information about the sensor.
Who’s here before the Thunderf00t video about it? 😂
I eagerly await Dr. Mason dropping the hammer on Mashable.
As others before me, I came here to say that this is BS., or a scam whatever terminology you prefer.
Paul V I came to say the exact same thing
Instead of relying on a money grabbing gadget that doesn't work the best solution is to inform yourself leaving preconcieved notions about what big industry tells you behind.
This is fake. You are promoting a scam... do your research.
Captain disillusion will love it too 🤣
You should really check a product before making a sponsored video
Just because they're German doesn't mean they're telling you the entire truth....
It's here everybody!
I remember my middle school Design Manufacture teacher telling us this would be a thing, like 6 years ago. Only he said it would be with phones... Guess we're got 4 years waiting to do.
Why so much hate? I'm pretty sure there was a phone announced last year that had a sensor built in that allowed one check the molecular make up of objects.
This is literally just a digital spectroscope. The best thing it will be able to achieve is guessing the food and showing a reference table which is already possible with a camera and computer vision.
Look up videos that Thunderf00t made! This is a scam. It's just too good to be true.
Here is a better idea, put a high power Xray tube and a WDS (wavelength dispersive spectrometer) into a hand held form factor, add a time machine so it can complete the scan in a fraction of a second and put a label on it saying that no radiation is inside and you would have a great product. While your at it, add a gas chromatograph mass spectrometer to that as well just to be on the safe side. (don't forget a high pressure liquid chromatography system as well)
Oh wait, the above would get you killed and is impossible for such a form factor and time scale.
ANYONE KNOW IS THIS THE SAME THING THAT THUNDERFOOT DEBUNKED...??
OR IS THIS A DIFFERENT PRODUCT...??
here comes another Thunderfoot video...
Well just read the nutritional information label and the expire date stamp...
Now all you need to do is combine it with a 'free water from air' device and you have a perfect snake oil detector! Although just to on the safe side, its best to power it with a cold fusion drive or a solar freakin' roadway...
Finally we can figure out the krabby patty secret formula
Mashable making a sponsored video for a product that everybody knows is complete BS?
-30 reputation points.
Unsubbed
ditto.
Ditto
Is mashable fake news? You be the judge.
My bet is someone with blue hair runs this page.
Well, most of their 'reviews' aren't reviews at all.
Time to unsub from Mashabke
You do realize BASF have a video on this too, right?
it most certainly can't
BASF?
Did you mean BS ?
No, it can't.
you should check your facts before you endorse/promote some kickscam moneygrab
I could smell bullshit from the title alone
enjoy my unsub and my dislike?
I smell 👃🏽🐂💩!!!!
I've used my spectrometer and can tell you this advert is made of 100% bullshit
Well, I guess it's time I unsubscribe from this channel.
Likelihood of at least 50 percent of this being bullshit?
You're lying, you lying liars. Unsubbed and thumbs down.