Ebook: Polymeric Sensors and Actuators

This book covers in-depth the various polymers that are used for sensors and actuators from the vantage point of organic chemistry. Since many chemists may not be familiar with the physics and operational specifics of sensors, the book has a general chapter dealing with the overall physics and basic principles of sensors. Also included are methods of fabrication, as well as information on smart textiles, actuators, and the processing of data. The range of sensors covered include humidity, temperature, chemical, mechanical, optical, electrode, electronic nose, switchable devices, biosensors, and others.Content:
Chapter 1 Sensor Types and Polymers (pages 1–42):
Chapter 2 Methods of Fabrication (pages 43–66):
Chapter 3 Processing of Data (pages 67–75):
Chapter 4 Humidity Sensors (pages 77–101):
Chapter 5 Biosensors (pages 103–129):
Chapter 6 Mechanical Sensors (pages 131–138):
Chapter 7 Optical Sensors (pages 139–224):
Chapter 8 Surface Plasmon Resonance (pages 225–239):
Chapter 9 Test Strips (pages 241–268):
Chapter 10 Electrochemical Sensors (pages 269–315):
Chapter 11 Piezoelectric Sensors (pages 317–329):
Chapter 12 AcousticWave Sensors (pages 331–341):
Chapter 13 Electronic Nose (pages 343–368):
Chapter 14 Switchable Polymers (pages 369–413):
Chapter 15 Actuators (pages 415–467):
Chapter 16 Liquid Crystal Displays (pages 469–488):