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Current Trends in Coatings and Films for Optical Sensors

A special issue of Coatings (ISSN 2079-6412). This special issue belongs to the section "Thin Films".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 August 2024 | Viewed by 1081

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Farhan Mumtaz

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Assistant Professor (Research), Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Missouri University of Science and Technology, Rolla, MO 65409-0040, USA
Interests: surface plasmons; biosensors; photonic crystal fiber design; femtosecond micro-machining of optoelectronic materials; Fiber Bragg gratings sensors; Rayleigh-and-Brillion-scattering-based distributed sensors; instrumentation of fiber optic sensors for energy and harsh environments in the steelmaking industry
Prof. Dr. Yutang Dai

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National Engineering Laboratory for Fiber Optic Sensing Technology, Wuhan University of Technology, Luoshi Road 122, Wuhan 430070, China
Interests: fibre optic sensors; Bragg gratings; refractive index; temperature sensors; Mach-Zehnder interferometers; optical fibre fabrication; Michelson interferometers; etching; refractive index measurement; splicing; temperature measurement; Fabry-Perot interferometers; Sagnac interferometers; accelerometers; bending; condition monitoring; curvature measurement; demodulation; finite element analysis; fracture mechanics; high-speed optical techniques; iron compounds; laser ablation; laser beam cutting; light interference
Dr. Jie Huang

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Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Missouri University of Science and Technology, Rolla, MO 65409, USA
Interests: fiber optic sensors; novel photonic/microwave micro/nano materials; structures; devices and sensors; ultrafast laser machining; processing and characterization of micro/nano structures; materials and devices; sensors and instrumentation for applications in harsh environments; microwave-photonic sensing; imaging and spectroscopy; optical biomedical imaging and sensing
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Dear Colleagues,

We are pleased to invite you to submit papers on the latest trends in coatings and films for optical sensors. This topic is of great importance in various industries, including healthcare, automotive, and aerospace, where the development of high-performance optical sensors is essential for continued progress.

Papers that explore new coating materials, enhanced functionality, improved sensitivity and selectivity, increased durability, and sustainable coating materials are highly encouraged. We welcome original research, review articles, and case studies that contribute to the advancement of knowledge in this field, be it through experimental or simulation approaches. The main points for the topic of interest includes but are not limited to:

  • New coating materials such as metal oxides and thin films being developed to provide optical clarity, environmental protection, and compatibility with substrates for optical sensors.
  • Coatings with additional functionality, such as self-healing, anti-fouling, and anti-reflective properties, are becoming more popular for optical sensors.
  • Coatings and films that enhance the sensitivity and selectivity of optical sensors are being developed to meet the growing demand for high-performance sensors in various industries.
  • Durability and resistance to wear and tear are key considerations in the development of coatings and films for optical sensors, and advancements in coating materials and deposition techniques are leading to more durable coatings.
  • Sustainable coating materials that are eco-friendly and biodegradable, such as cellulose and chitosan, are being developed to address environmental concerns in the production of coatings and films for optical sensors.

Keywords:

gas sensing coatings; volatile organic compound (VOC) sensing coatings; metal‒organic framework (MOF) coatings; nanoparticle coatings; polymer coatings; Composite coatings; multi-layer coatings; anti-corrosion coatings; anti-static coatings; anti-icing coatings; metal oxides; selectivity; durability; wear resistance; sustainability

Your papers will be reviewed by our esteemed panel of experts, and the selected papers will be published in MDPI’s Coatings journal, which is highly respected in the field. This is an excellent opportunity to share your research and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in this important area.

We look forward to receiving your submissions and thank you for your contributions to the field of coatings and films for optical sensors.

Dr. Farhan Mumtaz
Prof. Dr. Yutang Dai
Dr. Jie Huang
Guest Editors

Manuscript Submission Information

Manuscripts should be submitted online at www.mdpi.com by registering and logging in to this website. Once you are registered, click here to go to the submission form. Manuscripts can be submitted until the deadline. All submissions that pass pre-check are peer-reviewed. Accepted papers will be published continuously in the journal (as soon as accepted) and will be listed together on the special issue website. Research articles, review articles as well as short communications are invited. For planned papers, a title and short abstract (about 100 words) can be sent to the Editorial Office for announcement on this website.

Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Coatings is an international peer-reviewed open access monthly journal published by MDPI.

Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 2600 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.

Keywords

  • gas sensing coatings
  • volatile organic compound (VOC) sensing coatings
  • metal‒organic framework (MOF) coatings
  • nanoparticle coatings
  • polymer coatings
  • composite coatings
  • multi-layer coatings
  • anti-corrosion coatings
  • anti-static coatings
  • anti-icing coatings
  • metal oxides
  • selectivity
  • durability
  • wear resistance
  • sustainability

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Development and Application of a Nano-Gas Sensor for Monitoring and Preservation of Ancient Books in the Library
by Jia Wang, Qingyu Wang, Susu He, Zhiyin Chen, Wentong Qiu and Yunjiang Yu
Coatings 2024, 14(5), 553; https://doi.org/10.3390/coatings14050553 - 30 Apr 2024
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Monitoring the gas composition in library environments is crucial for the preservation of ancient books. In this study, TiO2 NTs/CNTs composites were synthesized via a hydrothermal method and utilized as nano-gas sensors for NO2 detection. The surface morphology and element composition [...] Read more.
Monitoring the gas composition in library environments is crucial for the preservation of ancient books. In this study, TiO2 NTs/CNTs composites were synthesized via a hydrothermal method and utilized as nano-gas sensors for NO2 detection. The surface morphology and element composition of the samples were characterized using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS). Additionally, the gas sensitivity of the prepared TiO2 nanocomposites was evaluated at different temperatures, both with and without ultraviolet light irradiation. The results demonstrate that the synthesized TiO2 NTs/CNTs samples exhibit a large specific surface area due to their titanium dioxide nanotubes (TiO2 NTs) and carbon nanotubes (CNTs) composition. Moreover, these samples display excellent gas sensitivity under ultraviolet light irradiation at temperatures of 120 °C. Compared to uncomposited and non-ultraviolet light irradiated samples, the sensor response rate is significantly improved, enabling effective monitoring of NO2 gas in library environments conducive to preserving ancient books. Overall, our findings highlight that the developed TiO2 NTs/CNTs nano gas sensor holds great potential for monitoring and safeguarding ancient books. Full article
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Research and Development of Online Monitoring Protection Sensors for Paper Books Based on TiO2 NT/MoS2
by Jia Wang, Lifang Ke, Jieling Wu, Feng Liang and Yanxiong Xiang
Coatings 2024, 14(5), 552; https://doi.org/10.3390/coatings14050552 - 30 Apr 2024
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NO2 is a prevalent environmental pollutant, and its reaction with water produces nitric acid, which is one of the main factors contributing to the degradation of books and paper. Therefore, it is crucial to develop a real-time monitoring system for NO2 [...] Read more.
NO2 is a prevalent environmental pollutant, and its reaction with water produces nitric acid, which is one of the main factors contributing to the degradation of books and paper. Therefore, it is crucial to develop a real-time monitoring system for NO2 gas content in the air and establish timely response measures to delay book aging and provide effective protection. In this study, TiO2 nanotubes (NTs) were fabricated using the anodic oxidation method, followed by the preparation of TiO2 NT/MoS2 composites through hydrothermal synthesis. It was observed that flaky MoS2 is attached to the surface of TiO2 nanotubes, forming aggregated structures resembling flower balls. The TiO2 NT/MoS2 nanocomposites were found to exhibit a rapid response with a 5 s response time and an 80 s recovery time towards 367 ppm NO2 at 260 °C. The gas response to 100 ppm NO2 vapor was 3.3, which is higher than all the other gases under the same concentration. Our experimental results demonstrate that compared to pure TiO2 NTs, TiO2 NT/MoS2 composites exhibit a larger specific surface area along with higher sensitivity and faster response times towards various concentrations of NO2 gas. Full article
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