Photoelectrochemical Cells Based on Inherently Conducting Polymers

Photovoltaic Cells Based on Conducting Polymers and Perylene Diimides: Preprint

NREL has recently begun investing polymer-based photovoltaic cells. We present initial results on a novel energy conversion device that uses both semiconducting polymers and organic small molecules as photoactive layers, using the advantageous properties of both classes of materials. By incorporating polymers into the device, we see results that are surprisingly good for a planar organic device...

Advances in sensors based on conducting polymers

Conducting polymers with a blend of interesting optical and mechanical properties can be used in situations where inorganic materials are not suitable. Synthetic capabilities as well as fabrication techniques have been developed to such an extent that molecular electronic devices based on conducting polymers can be designed, marking evolution of a sophisticated technology in the field of microe...

Artificial muscles based on conducting polymers

Natural muscles have mechanical properties that conventional actuators do not possess. These natural machines show large strain, moderate stress, high efficiency and stability, fast response time, high power/weight ratio, long lifetime, etc. In the last years a great interest has arisen to develop materials that mimic natural mechanisms. Conducting polymers have an array of potential applicatio...

Biomimetic Sensing – Actuators Based on Conducting Polymers

Gas Sensors Based on Conducting Polymers

The gas sensors fabricated by using conducting polymers such as polyaniline (PAni), polypyrrole (PPy) and poly (3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene) (PEDOT) as the active layers have been reviewed. This review discusses the sensing mechanism and configurations of the sensors. The factors that affect the performances of the gas sensors are also addressed. The disadvantages of the sensors and a brief pros...