Rapid Preparation of a Nafion/Ag NW Composite Film and Its Humidity Sensing Effect

Overview

Journal RSC Adv

Publisher Royal Society of Chemistry

Specialty Chemistry

Date 2022 May 6

PMID 35516922

Authors

Yanjie Wang

Jiale Wang

Muyu Hao

Bo Li

Zicai Zhu

Xiaofan Gou

Lijie Li

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Abstract

In this study, we present a novel humidity-responsive composite film based on the integration of two silver nanowire (Ag NW) layers deposited the physical deposition process with an ionomer (Nafion) layer sandwiched between them. As a result of the ion migration inside the ionomer, the humidity to electrical transduction displays a fast response and high sensitivity in comparison with previous research. Meanwhile, the effects of the humidity gradient on the sensing response of the Nafion/Ag NWs composite film were investigated. Specifically, a higher humidity enables a faster response rate but a slower recovery rate, as compared to a lower humidity level. In addition, breathing tests are performed, which verified the opportunities for the design and fabrication of high-performance sensors for environment and biophysical monitoring. This research also revealed the potential applications in VOC (volatile organic compound) detection.

Citing Articles

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