Optimization of nickel nanocomposite for large strain sensing applications

Oliver K. Johnson; George C. Kaschner; Thomas A. Mason; David T. Fullwood; George Hansen

doi:10.1016/j.sna.2010.12.022

Optimization of nickel nanocomposite for large strain sensing applications

Oliver K. Johnson, George C. Kaschner, Thomas A. Mason, David T. Fullwood, George Hansen

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Abstract

A novel large strain sensor has been developed using a silicone/nickel nanostrand/nickel coated carbon fiber nanocomposite system. The effect of conductive filler volume fraction on the piezoresistive response of the nanocomposite sensor has been studied in order to determine the optimal composition for use in large strain/motion sensing applications. Electromechanical testing of various compositions revealed that optimum performance was achieved using 11 vol% nickel nanostrands with 2 vol% nickel coated carbon fiber in the silicone matrix. Initial results indicate that this nanocomposite is capable of sensing strains of over 40% elongation.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	40-47
Number of pages	8
Journal	Sensors and Actuators A: Physical
Volume	166
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sna.2010.12.022
State	Published - Mar 2011
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

Nanocomposite
Nanostrand
Piezoresistive
Sensor
Strain

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