Paper as a Substrate for Sensor Applications: A Review

Prebianto, Nanta Fakih; Futra, Asrizal Deri

doi:10.1109/incae.2018.8579154

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“…It should be noted that the field of paper-based sensors is developing rapidly, and significant progress has been made in the development of such sensors. At present, quite a lot of reviews on paper-based sensors have already been published [ 26 , 28 , 29 , 30 , 31 , 32 , 33 , 34 , 35 , 36 , 37 , 38 , 39 , 40 , 41 , 42 , 43 , 44 , 45 , 46 , 47 , 48 , 49 , 50 , 51 , 52 , 53 , 54 , 55 , 56 , 57 ]. But most of them are aimed at considering electrochemical and optical sensors, biosensors, gas sensors, and strain sensors.…”

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Paper-Based Humidity Sensors as Promising Flexible Devices: State of the Art: Part 1. General Consideration

Korotcenkov

2023

Nanomaterials

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In the first part of the review article “General considerations” we give information about conventional flexible platforms and consider the advantages and disadvantages of paper when used in humidity sensors, both as a substrate and as a humidity-sensitive material. This consideration shows that paper, especially nanopaper, is a very promising material for the development of low-cost flexible humidity sensors suitable for a wide range of applications. Various humidity-sensitive materials suitable for use in paper-based sensors are analyzed and the humidity-sensitive characteristics of paper and other humidity-sensitive materials are compared. Various configurations of humidity sensors that can be developed on the basis of paper are considered, and a description of the mechanisms of their operation is given. Next, we discuss the manufacturing features of paper-based humidity sensors. The main attention is paid to the consideration of such problems as patterning and electrode formation. It is shown that printing technologies are the most suitable for mass production of paper-based flexible humidity sensors. At the same time, these technologies are effective both in the formation of a humidity-sensitive layer and in the manufacture of electrodes.

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Paper-Based Humidity Sensors as Promising Flexible Devices: State of the Art: Part 1. General Consideration

Korotcenkov

2023

Nanomaterials

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“…Flexible and stretchable electronics convert the rigid electronics into flexible form, thus making it possible to integrate them in tight curved spaces. , As a result, paper (which is inherently flexible) has garnered considerable attention of researchers working in the field of flexible electronics. Paper is compatible with certain complementary metal–oxide–semiconductor (CMOS)-based material deposition processes that can be used to deposit sensing films on top of the paper substrate to form paper-based sensors . The properties of paper can be further enhanced by activating the surface of the paper using activation materials or by mixing the cellulose fibers with the active material in its structure .…”

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Paper as a Substrate and an Active Material in Paper Electronics

Khan

Nassar

Hussain

2020

ACS Appl. Electron. Mater.

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Paper is an essential part of our daily life in many different ways. It is made by compressing cellulose fibers sourced from wood into thin sheets. Paper is an inherently flexible material which can transport liquids through its medium by capillary action without the need of external force. The mesh network of cellulose in paper gives it a unique set of mechanical properties. Owing to its exclusive and advantageous properties, paper is being used as an active material and a substrate in electronics. Paper as an active material means that paper is utilized in its intrinsic form without modifications. Activated (or functionalized) paper has been widely exploited in many applications, but in order to take true advantage of all the beneficial properties of paper, it needs to be used in its natural produced form. Notably, paper is employed in humidity sensors, pressure sensors, and MEMS devices in its natural form. Additionally, paper is used as a substrate in additively manufactured and origami-inspired electronic devices. Here, we present an overview of how paper is used to make fully flexible and low-cost devices. Furthermore, the emergence of paper-based point-of-care devices is briefly discussed.

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“…As representative examples, flexible humidity sensors have been applied in environment monitoring, product packaging, and human health care, such as respiratory monitoring, noncontact positioning, and skin humidity detection . The commonly explored substrates for flexible sensors include polyimide, polyester, and polyethylene terephthalate, − as well as cellulose types, including cellulose fibers, , fabrics, and various papers. − In particular, low-cost and environmentally friendly papers that are compatible with most preparation processes can also be used as sensitive materials for humidity sensors by leveraging their hygroscopic properties for reversible moisture absorption (to measure respiratory patterns).…”

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“…9 The commonly explored substrates for flexible sensors include polyimide, polyester, and polyethylene terephthalate, 10−12 as well as cellulose types, including cellulose fibers, 13,14 fabrics, 15 and various papers. 16−19 In particular, low-cost and environmentally friendly papers 20 that are compatible with most preparation processes 21 can also be used as sensitive materials for humidity sensors by leveraging their hygroscopic properties for reversible moisture absorption (to measure respiratory patterns 22 ).…”

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Pencil-on-Paper Humidity Sensor Treated with NaCl Solution for Health Monitoring and Skin Characterization

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Although flexible humidity sensors are essential for human health monitoring, it is still challenging to achieve high sensitivity and easy disposal with simple, low-cost fabrication processes. This study presents the design and fabrication of highly reliable hand-drawn interdigital electrodes from pencil-on-paper treated with NaCl solution for highly sensitive hydration sensors working over a wide range of relative humidity (RH) levels from 5.6% to 90%. The applications of the resulting flexible humidity sensor go beyond the monitoring of respiratory rate and proximity to characterizations of human skin types and evaluations of skin barrier functions through insensible sweat measurements. The sensor array can also be integrated with a diaper to result in smart diapers to alert for an early diaper change. The design and fabrication strategies presented in this work could also be leveraged for the development of wearable, self-powered, and recyclable sensors and actuators in the future.

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Paper as a Substrate for Sensor Applications: A Review

Cited by 4 publications

References 8 publications

Paper-Based Humidity Sensors as Promising Flexible Devices: State of the Art: Part 1. General Consideration

Paper-Based Humidity Sensors as Promising Flexible Devices: State of the Art: Part 1. General Consideration

Paper as a Substrate and an Active Material in Paper Electronics

Pencil-on-Paper Humidity Sensor Treated with NaCl Solution for Health Monitoring and Skin Characterization

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