Abstract
New phosphorescent oxygen-sensitive materials based on nanostructured high density polyethylene and polypropylene films are described. The polymer substrates undergo treatment by a solvent crazing process to create a well- developed network of controlled, nanometer-size pores. Indicator dye molecules are then embedded by physical entrapment in such nanostructures which subsequently can be healed. Such sensors demonstrate improved working characteristics and allow simple, cost-efficient production and disposable use. They are well suited for large-scale applications such as nondestructive control of residual oxygen and "smart" packaging.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 466-468 |
| Number of pages | 3 |
| Journal | Analytical Chemistry |
| Volume | 82 |
| Issue number | 2 |
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| Publication status | Published - 15 Jan 2010 |