Date of Last Revision
2023-05-03 12:51:22
Major
Chemical Engineering - Cooperative Education
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science
Date of Expected Graduation
Spring 2019
Abstract
Fabrication and characterization nylon-6-MWCNT nanofiber as an electrochemical sensor to detect sodium ion concentrations specifically in sweat. Using contact angle to determine surface morphology and chronoamperometry testing to identify ideal sensor conditions, tests optimized parameters like weight percent of nylon or other polymers, carbon nanotube (CNT) isomer, and solution concentration to determine reproducibility of functional sensors. Utilizing the electric qualities of carbon nanotubes partnered with the sodium ion selectivity of calixarene treatment and polymers unique properties like flexibility and scalability create open an arena for optimizing sodium ion sensors for further development for functional prototypes. Morphology tests showed that the change in wettability does not affect sensor response. Chronoamperometry data did not show a significant difference in the means of sensors with varying dip-coat times or solution concentrations.
Research Sponsor
Dr. Chelsea Monty-Bromer
First Reader
Hanieh Ghadimi
Second Reader
Hsiao-Ying Tang
Recommended Citation
Mills, Kelsey, "Fabrication and Characterization of Nanofiber Nylon-6-MWCNT as an Electrochemical Sensor for Sodium Ions Concentration Detection in Sweat" (2019). Williams Honors College, Honors Research Projects. 882.
https://ideaexchange.uakron.edu/honors_research_projects/882
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