drone for environmental Monitoring
Our mission is to provide services in the field of detection and environmental monitoring of radioactive elements.
"If you can not measure it, you can not improve it"
FLYING DEMON
GAMMA CATCHERS
Our team
Francesco Giordano CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Full Professor at the University of Bari. Expert in cosmic ray physics, he has worked on many astroparticle physics experiments, including NASA’s Fermi mission for exploring gamma rays in the universe. He is responsible for the administration and management of the company.
Corrado Altomare CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER
Graduated in Materials Science and Engineering, Ph.D. in Physics with an industrial doctoral scholarship in collaboration with CAEN S.p.A. Developed a coded-mask gamma source imaging camera for environmental monitoring. Manages consulting and interfaces with companies, data interpretation, and certification of the radioactivity status of tests conducted in accordance with current regulations. Also, a software developer and data scientist.
Leonardo Di Venere CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Graduated in Physics, earned a Ph.D. in astroparticle physics. He focuses on the study of new technologies for astrophysical experiments and collaborated in the development of a prototype for coded-mask gamma imaging. He served as the scientific coordinator for a project funded by the Puglia region for environmental monitoring of radioactive sources. He coordinates and manages all activities at the interface with partners and clients.
Davide Serini CHIEF TECHNICAL OFFICIER
Graduated in Applied Physics, earned a Ph.D. in Astroparticle Physics in the field of indirect dark matter research and oversaw research and development activities for future space experiments. He is responsible for the development of Monte Carlo simulations. He also serves as a software developer and data scientist and coordinates the launch and remote management operations of the UAS (Unmanned Aerial System) throughout the data collection mission.
Serena Loporchio CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
Graduated in Physics, earned a Ph.D. in Astroparticle Physics specializing in the characterization and development of detectors for future astrophysics experiments, with a focus on highly sensitive photosensors such as SiPMs. She is responsible for coordinating R&D activities for the development of new prototypes in sensor characterization and the development and design of reading electronics.
Annalisa Mastroserio SENIOR MANAGER
Associate Professor at the University of Foggia. He has worked at the University of Bari and CERN as a member of the ALICE Collaboration. He served as the coordinator for the silicon vertex detector. He is involved in the analysis and interpretation of data obtained from measurement campaigns and data collection, in accordance with customer requests.
ABOUT US
Flying DEMon s.r.l. was founded in 2023 as an innovative startup by a group of researchers from INFN, thanks to winning a project from the National Civil Aviation Authority called #ETEC-Second edition, aimed at financing startups and SMEs. Registered in the Chamber of Commerce, it is also accredited as a spinoff of the University of Bari. Our mission is to provide services in the field of detection and monitoring of natural radioactivity. The experience and expertise of the founding team stem from years of research and development activities carried out in the context of astroparticle physics and high-energy experiments funded by INFN (National Institute of Nuclear Physics), the University of Bari, and the Polytechnic University of Bari. Flying DEMon has several measurement instruments, both commercial and developed with proprietary technology. These devices, particularly a sensor developed by Flying DEMon called AZAZEL, have been used in various measurement campaigns. AZAZEL has demonstrated perfect functionality, coupled with the ability to identify the presence of radon and its gamma-emitting decay products, Lead and Bismuth.
SERVICES
Monte Carlo Simulation and digital twin
Every specific customer requirement is thoroughly studied using simulation software based on GEANT4, specially developed by Flying Demon. This allows us to professionally define the best measurement plan for each customer request, taking into account the minimum dosimetric and spectroscopic thresholds required, optimizing the verification and potential identification times of radioactive sources in the analyzed area of interest.
SERVICES
Spectroscopy and gamma dosimetry
We use both commercial instruments and innovative tools designed and manufactured by us, based on crystalline scintillators, to perform dosimetric analysis on-site and in the laboratory. Additionally, we have specialized equipment for measuring radioisotopes using gamma spectroscopy of samples. This allows us to detect any traces of radioactivity that exceed natural radioactivity levels and to identify the radioisotopic sources present.
SERVICES
Radiometric Survey in situ
Our company specializes in the field of environmental monitoring services for the detection of gamma-emitting radioactive sources. We harness innovative and advanced technologies, such as drones equipped with highly sensitive detection equipment, to conduct precise and detailed surveys. Our goal is to ensure a safe and operational environment for both businesses and the public sector. We offer customized solutions to meet the specific needs of each client, providing accurate and timely assessments of the presence of harmful radiation. Our experience and expertise enable us to effectively identify and map radioactive sources, contributing to responsible environmental management and increased safety for the community.
SERVICES
Agritech 4.0
The term 'Agritech 4.0' refers to the application of Industry 4.0 technologies in the agricultural sector. Industry 4.0, also known as the fourth industrial revolution, is characterized by the widespread use of advanced digital technologies to automate and optimize production processes. Flying Demon employs dosimetric spectroscopic techniques using UAS drones to create maps of agricultural land and study the uniformity of soil composition and moisture. Low-energy gamma-ray measurements generated by radionuclides like radon can be used as secondary indicators of soil composition characteristics, thus facilitating the assessment of suitable areas for new crops. Additionally, in combination with other sensors, these measurements can help identify and understand the causes of unproductive or underutilized areas.
