Advances in Polymer-Based Nanocomposites for Moisture-Sensitive Applications

Year : 2025 | Volume : 13 | Special Issue 04 | Page : 145 152
    By

    Jayant Rajaram Pawar,

  • E.A. Singh,

  • Amar Mohite,

  • Rohan S. Phatak,

  1. Associate Professor, Department of Biotechnology, Krishna Institute of Science and Technology, Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University), Karad, Maharshtra, India
  2. Associate Professor, Department of Biotechnology, Rajiv Gandhi Institute of IT & Bharati Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University) Katraj, Pune, Maharshtra, India
  3. Research Associate, Department of Research, Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University), Karad, Maharshtra, India
  4. Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmacognosy, Krishna Institute of Pharmacy, Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University), Karad, Maharshtra, India

Abstract

Polymer-based nanocomposites have emerged as promising materials in sensor technology due to their superior mechanical, electrical, and environmental stability. These advanced materials offer unique advantages, such as enhanced sensitivity, durability, and adaptability to various environmental conditions, making them highly suitable for sensor applications. One of the most significant breakthroughs in this field is the integration of semiconducting nanoparticles (NPs) within a polymer matrix, which has led to remarkable improvements in moisture-sensitive resistance-based nanosensors. This paper focuses on the development, synthesis, and characterization of polymer nanocomposites, with a particular emphasis on their application in moisture-sensitive chemical sensors. The selection of suitable polymer matrices plays a critical role in determining the overall performance of the nanosensors. In this regard, agar-based polymer matrices have garnered considerable attention due to their biocompatibility, flexibility, and ability to form stable interactions with semiconducting NPs. These interactions facilitate efficient charge transport and enhance the sensitivity of the sensor to varying moisture levels. The fabrication methods employed in nanosensor design, including solution casting, in-situ polymerization, and spin coating, are discussed in detail. Each technique offers distinct advantages in achieving uniform dispersion of NPs and optimizing the functional properties of the nanocomposite. Furthermore, the performance of these nanocomposites in real-time monitoring systems is explored, highlighting their rapid response, high selectivity, and long-term stability. Their potential for industrial applications, including environmental monitoring, food packaging, and biomedical diagnostics, underscores the significance of polymer-based nanocomposites in advancing sensor technology.

Keywords: Polymer nanocomposites, moisture-sensitive sensors, semiconducting nanoparticles, resistance-based sensing, polymer chemistry, agar-based sensors.

[This article belongs to Special Issue under section in Journal of Polymer and Composites (jopc)]

How to cite this article:
Jayant Rajaram Pawar, E.A. Singh, Amar Mohite, Rohan S. Phatak. Advances in Polymer-Based Nanocomposites for Moisture-Sensitive Applications. Journal of Polymer and Composites. 2025; 13(04):145-152.
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Jayant Rajaram Pawar, E.A. Singh, Amar Mohite, Rohan S. Phatak. Advances in Polymer-Based Nanocomposites for Moisture-Sensitive Applications. Journal of Polymer and Composites. 2025; 13(04):145-152. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/jopc/article=2025/view=211673


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Volume 13
Special Issue 04
Received 28/02/2025
Accepted 22/03/2025
Published 26/05/2025
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