Research and validation

Measure the system before scaling it.

CarbonFitt is preparing an independent research programme to test mineral performance, environmental safeguards, net carbon removal and the evidence needed for credible scale-up.

Research objective

Close the gap between potential and proof.

The programme is designed to determine whether the system works, under which conditions, with what uncertainty and within which safety limits.

Planned work includes laboratory characterisation, controlled weathering experiments, replicated field-relevant testing, lifecycle assessment and an independently reviewable data record. Planned work is not presented as completed validation.

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Material characterisation

Define mineral identity, source, batch, particle size, surface area, neutralisation potential and trace-element profile.

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Controlled testing

Use treated and untreated controls to test weathering indicators, detection limits and environmental safeguards.

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Field evidence

Run replicated outdoor test cells only after baseline definition, safety review and an agreed sampling plan.

04

Net-removal accounting

Separate theoretical capacity, modelled removal and measured evidence, then deduct lifecycle emissions.

Minimum evidence

What the research must establish.

A credible outcome requires representative material sampling, untreated controls, replicates, baseline data, defined analytical methods, quality assurance, environmental monitoring and conservative uncertainty treatment.

Nickel, chromium and other relevant trace elements must be screened before field deployment. Dust, pH, drainage chemistry and material handling require explicit safeguards and pause criteria.

RESEARCH DECISION RECORD

Material specification To be confirmed

Independent research lead Appointment required

Laboratory protocol In development

Field test site Not yet selected

Verified net removal Not yet determined

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Independent research lead

Controls experimental design, analysis, interpretation and publication. This role is not yet appointed.

02

CarbonFitt

Provides the physical mineral system, application knowledge, batch records and deployment support.

03

BioTrack

Preserves the non-confidential evidence chain, data provenance, calculation versions and review status.

Academic and technical collaborators.

CarbonFitt welcomes discussions with universities, geochemists, materials laboratories, lifecycle specialists, field-test hosts and independent assurance organisations. Do not send confidential technical information through the enquiry form.

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