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This study focuses on the advancement of chemical sensor synthesis and classification techniques to enable the seamless integration of Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) optical phased arrays within polymer nanocomposites. The integration of MEMS optical phased arrays holds immense potential for applications in real-time chemical sensing and imaging. In this research, we present a comprehensive approach to fabricating polymer nanocomposites with embedded MEMS optical phased arrays, emphasizing the synthesis of high-performance chemical sensors and their compatibility with the nanocomposite matrix. Our work encompasses the design, fabrication, and classification of MEMS devices, as well as the development of novel nanocomposite materials that exhibit enhanced optical and mechanical properties. Through meticulous synthesis and thorough classification, we aim to overcome existing limitations and pave the way for a new generation of chemical sensing devices with improved sensitivity, selectivity, and miniaturization. This interdisciplinary effort at the intersection of materials science, microfabrication, and photonics contributes to the realization of advanced sensor technologies for diverse applications in environmental monitoring, medical diagnostics, and industrial process control.
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This work was funded by the Researchers Supporting Project Number (RSPD2023R1103) King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
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Gupta, E., Ugandar, R.E., Deshmukh, R.G. et al. Advancing chemical sensors synthesis and classification for the integration of mems optical phased array in polymer nanocomposites. Opt Quant Electron 56, 74 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11082-023-05675-y
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