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  • Sensor Technology

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  • Conducting polymers (CPs) possess unique optical, electrical, and chemical properties, making them suitable for gas sensing applications.
  • Existing gas sensors face challenges in sensitivity, selectivity, stability, and interference, necessitating the development of novel materials and designs.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive review of recent advancements in conducting polymer-based gas sensors.
  • To elucidate gas sensing mechanisms, discuss polymer types and synthesis, and explore diverse applications.
  • To identify current challenges and future research directions for CPs in gas sensing.

Main Methods:

  • Review of fundamental gas sensing mechanisms in CPs, including electrochemical, chemiresistive, optical, piezoelectric, and FET-based modes.
  • Introduction to various conducting polymers (polypyrrole, polyaniline, polythiophene, composites) with emphasis on synthesis, structure, and response.
  • Discussion of applications in industrial, environmental, food safety, and biomedical fields, alongside stability and humidity interference issues.

Main Results:

  • Detailed explanation of diverse transduction mechanisms utilized by CPs in gas sensors.
  • Overview of key CPs, their properties, and their performance in detecting various gases.
  • Identification of challenges like long-term stability and humidity interference, alongside biocompatibility and regulatory considerations.

Conclusions:

  • Conducting polymer-based gas sensors offer a promising platform for sensitive and selective gas detection across various applications.
  • Future research should focus on device miniaturization, AI integration, flexible platforms, and enhanced on-site detection capabilities.
  • Addressing stability and environmental interference issues is crucial for the widespread adoption of CPs in gas sensing.