olfactometer

An olfactometer is a device used to measure and analyze smells. It works by delivering controlled, consistent samples of odors to a person’s nose or to a detector. This allows scientists to identify, compare, or quantify different smells accurately. Olfactometers are commonly used in environmental testing, fragrance development, and research to ensure smells meet specific standards or to study how humans perceive odors. They help create a standardized way to evaluate scents reliably, making sure that differences in smell are measured precisely and consistently.