Highly Sensitive and Fast Responsive Humidity Sensor based on 2D PtSe2 with Gamma Radiation Tolerance. Issue 1 (14th September 2021)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Mondal, Shuvra; Min, Bok Ki; Yi, Yoonsik; Choi, Choon‐Gi
• Is Part Of: Advanced materials technologies. Volume 7:Issue 1(2022)
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• Publication Date: 2021-09-14
• Subjects: 2D PtSe 2 -- high sensitivity -- humidity sensor -- gamma radiation tolerance -- ultrafast response time; Materials science -- Periodicals; Technological innovations -- Periodicals; Materials science; Technological innovations; Periodicals; 620.1105
• DOI: 10.1002/admt.202100751
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2365-709X

Abstract

Abstract: 2D transition‐metal dichalcogenides (TMDs) with their unique properties have accelerated the study of emerging sensors and nanoelectronics to embed in various industries including severe environments such as nuclear power plant, low Earth orbit, and space. Therefore, a systematic investigation of the sensing properties and ionizing radiation effect on 2D TMDs is required. This study reveals a facile humidity sensor based on 2D platinum diselenide (PtSe2 ), and the effect of a high dose of gamma (γ‐ray) radiation on their physical and electrical properties. The proposed humidity sensor exhibits notable variation of current signal up to 10 5 orders under the relative humidity (RH) range of 20–85% and a fast response time of 60 ms. The real‐time electrical output of the PtSe2 during irradiation by 10 kGy of γ‐rays ( 60 Co), followed by material characterization confirms their unique stability under gamma radiation. Furthermore, precise and fast detection of moisture by the proposed PtSe2 ‐based humidity sensor is demonstrated as a potential leak locator application. Abstract : Fast response and reliable sensing of humidity in the pipelines and cooling loop of nuclear power stations or the International Space Station can prevent catastrophic consequences. The ultrafast PtSe2 nanograin‐based humidity sensor with stability under γ‐ray irradiation reveals its potential in such environments.