Toward A Second Generation Electronic Nose at JPL: Sensing Film Optimization Studies

Abstract

<div class="htmlview paragraph">Development of a second generation Electronic Nose at JPL is focusing on optimization of the sensing films to increase sensitivity and optimization of the array. Toward this goal, studies have focused on sources of noise in the films, alternatives to carbon black as conductive medium, measurement techniques, and development of an analytical approach to polymer selection to maximize the abilities of the array to distinguish among compounds.</div>