Sniffing Out a Better Chemical Sensor (IMAGE)

National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)

Sniffing Out a Better Chemical Sensor

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NIST researchers have developed a new approach for 'electronic noses.' Comprised of 16 microheater elements and eight types of sensors, the tiny device could be a potent tool for applications such as sniffing out nerve agents, environmental contaminants, and trace indicators of disease, in addition to monitoring industrial processes and aiding in space exploration.

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