Design and evolution of an opto-electronic device for VOCs detection

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Abstract

Electronic noses (E-noses) are devices capable of detecting and identifying Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) in a simple and fast method. In this work, we present the development process of an opto-electronic device based on sensing films that have unique stimuli-responsive properties, altering their optical and electrical properties, when interacting with VOCs. This interaction results in optical and electrical signals that can be collected, and further processed and analysed. Two versions of the device were designed and assembled. E-nose V1 is an optical device, and E-nose V2 is a hybrid opto-electronic device. Both E-noses architectures include a delivery system, a detection chamber, and a transduction system. After the validation of the E-nose V1 prototype, the E-nose V2 was implemented, resulting in an easy-to-handle, miniaturized and stable device. Results from E-nose V2 indicated optical signals reproducibility, and the possibility of coupling the electrical signals to the optical response for VOCs sensing.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationBIODEVICES 2018 - 11th International Conference on Biomedical Electronics and Devices, Proceedings; Part of 11th International Joint Conference on Biomedical Engineering Systems and Technologies, BIOSTEC 2018
EditorsS. Bermudez i Badia, A. Cliquet, A. Cliquet, H. Gamboa, A. Fred
PublisherSciTePress - Science and Technology Publications
Pages48-55
Number of pages8
Volume1
ISBN (Electronic)9789897582776
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2018
Event11th International Conference on Biomedical Electronics and Devices, BIODEVICES 2018 - Part of 11th International Joint Conference on Biomedical Engineering Systems and Technologies, BIOSTEC 2018 - Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
Duration: 19 Jan 201821 Jan 2018

Conference

Conference11th International Conference on Biomedical Electronics and Devices, BIODEVICES 2018 - Part of 11th International Joint Conference on Biomedical Engineering Systems and Technologies, BIOSTEC 2018
Country/TerritoryPortugal
CityFunchal, Madeira
Period19/01/1821/01/18

Keywords

  • Device
  • Electronic-nose
  • Gas Sensing
  • Volatile Organic Compounds

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