A Graphene Oxide Flexible Sensor for Humidity Detection

Abstract

A flexible humidity sensor operating at room temperature was produced by direct drop casting of a graphene oxide (GO) water solution on a substrate of bimatted polyester, previously coated with inkjet-printed interdigitated electrodes in silver. The GO was synthesized by using a modified Hummers’ method, followed by an alkaline treatment with a water solution of KOH. Changes in the device resistance were measured for varying levels of relative humidity in the range from 15% to 70% in a sealed stainless cell. The device showed high sensitivity, good repeatability, and fast recovery time. Being flexible and robust, the proposed sensors could be easily integrated into wearable equipment.