Acoustic Wave Sensors: Theory, Design, & Physico-Chemical Applications
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Table of contents
- Copyright Pageiv
- Table of Contentsv
- Series Prefacexi
- Chapter 1. Why Acoustic Sensors?1
- 1.1 What Is a Sensor?1
- 1.2 The Microsensor Revolution and the Role of Acoustics3
- 1.3 Where They Fit and How They Are Used4
- 1.4 About the Authors and the Rest of the Book7
- References9
- Chapter 2. Fundamentals of Acoustic Waves10
- 2.1 Wave Propagation in an Elastic Medium10
- 2.2 Piezoelectricity22
- 2.3 Perturbations in Acoustic Wave Propagation31
- References35
- Chapter 3. Acoustic Wave Sensors and Responses36
- 3.1 Thickness-Shear Mode (TSM) Resonator38
- 3.2 Surface Acoustic Wave (SAW) Devices70
- 3.3 Acoustic Plate Mode (APM) Devices99
- 3.4 Flexural Plate-Wave (FPW) Devices111
- 3.5 Comparison of Acoustic Sensing Devices140
- References145
- Chapter 4. Materials Characterization150
- 4.1 Overview of Applications151
- 4.2 Characterization of Polymers154
- 4.3 Surface Adsorption and Characterization of Porous Films179
- 4.4 Real-Time Monitoring of Chemical and Materials Processes197
- 4.5 Summary210
- References212
- Chapter 5. Chemical and Biological Sensors222
- 5.1 Introduction222
- 5.2 Detection Mechanisms223
- 5.3 Performance Criteria
- 5.4 Coating-Analyte Interactions and Acoustic-Wave Chemical Sensors248
- 5.5 Selectivity Revisited: Sensor Arrays and Pattern Recognition313
- 5.6 Summary320
- References320
- Chapter 6. Practical Aspects of Acoustic-Wave Sensors331
- 6.1 Introduction331
- 6.2 Basics of Acoustic-Wave Sensor Design and Fabrication332
- 6.3 Acoustic-Wave Measurement Technology355
- 6.4 Controlling the Sensor Environment375
- 6.5 Enhancing Sensor Performance by System Design384
- 6.6 System Design Challenges393
- References394
- Appendix A: Lists of Symbols by Chapter396
- Appendix B: Glossary of Terms408
- Appendix C: Polymeric Materials421
- Appendix D: Commercial Sources for Acoustic-Wave Substrates, Devices, and Systems428
- Index430
Written by an interdisciplinary group of experts from both industry and academia, Acoustic Wave Sensors provides an in-depth look at the current state of acoustic wave devices and the scope of their use in chemical, biochemical, and physical measurements, as well as in engineering applications. Because of the inherent interdisciplinary applications of these devices, this book will be useful for the chemist and biochemist interested in the use and development ofthese sensors for specific applications; the electrical engineer involved in the design and improvement of these devices; the chemical engineer and the biotechnologist interested in using these devices for process monitoring and control; and the sensor community at large.
Key Features
* Provides in-depth comparison and analyses of different types of acoustic wave devices
* Discusses operating principles and design considerations
* Includes table of relevant material constants for quick reference
* Presents an extensive review of current uses of these devices for chemical, biochemical, and physical measurements, and engineering applications
Key Features
* Provides in-depth comparison and analyses of different types of acoustic wave devices
* Discusses operating principles and design considerations
* Includes table of relevant material constants for quick reference
* Presents an extensive review of current uses of these devices for chemical, biochemical, and physical measurements, and engineering applications