Hand-Held Electronic Nose

Unlike bench-top electronic noses, this new offering is a portable instrument about the size of a large walkie talkie. Designed for field use, it incorporates an easy-to-read graphic LCD, connection ports for easy data downloading and a water-resistant case—making it suitable to all environments. Another departure from conventional units is the sub-$10,000 price, which is said to be less than one-third that of other electronic noses.

Cyrano Sciences, 73 N. Vinedo Ave., Pasadena, CA 91107. Tel: 626-744-7100; Fax: 626-844-0278.