Metal Oxide Nanostructure-Based Gas Sensor for Carbon Dioxide Detection

Abstract

To increase the sensitivity and efficiency of a gas sensor, nanostructured ZnO and Co3O4 layers were obtained by hydrothermal synthesis directly on the electrode surface, eliminating the use of binders. Scanning electron microscope images showed that the resulting nanostructured coatings were characterised by good adhesion to the surface and high porosity, which opened up the possibility of their further use in the process of developing a gas sensor. The efficiency of the obtained nanostructured coatings and their sensitivity at room temperature to various concentrations of CO2 were determined. The resistance curves of the samples were obtained as a function of gas concentration in the chamber, for Co3O4 and ZnO nanostructures.