Conductometric Gas Nanosensors. (7th June 2009)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Di Francia, Girolamo; Alfano, Brigida; La Ferrara, Vera
• Other Names: Sberveglieri Giorgio Academic Editor.
• Is Part Of: Journal of sensors. Volume 2009(2009)
• Publication Date: 2009-06-07
• Subjects: Detectors -- Periodicals; 681.205
• DOI: 10.1155/2009/659275
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1687-725X

Abstract

Abstract : This paper presents a review of the current research activities in the field of gas nanosensors. Nanomaterials are characterized by physical and chemical properties that differ from their macroscopic counterparts and, in particular, by an enhanced chemical reactivity even at room temperature. This effect has stimulated the development of chemical sensors based on several different nanomaterials. Here we focus most attention on carbon nanotubes, silicon and metal oxide nanoparticles and metal nanowires. After introducing a few general definitions a discussion on the fundamental properties of the nanostate used in the sensor field is presented and several nanosensors, based on the aforementioned nanomaterials, are discussed. Finally, some personal conclusions will be drawn.