Preparation of ZNO/polyaniline composite structures via chemical mixing on P-type silicon substrates for hydrogen sensing applications
摘要
ZnO/polyaniline (PAni) composite structures were synthesized by chemical mixing and deposited on p-type silicon wafers via casting. Various PAni weight ratios (5%, 10%, 15%, and 20%) were incorporated to optimize sensing performance. The fabricated specimens were characterized using X-ray diffraction (XRD), UV-visible spectroscopy (UV-Vis), Raman spectroscopy, and field-emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM). The ZnO/PAni composites exhibited higher crystallinity, a lower optical bandgap, and improved surface morphology. Gas-sensing tests were conducted at different hydrogen concentrations, demonstrating that the composite containing 15% PAni exhibited the highest sensitivity (S). These findings indicate that the ZnO/PAni composite is a suitable material for hydrogen-sensing applications at room temperature (~ 30 °C).