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PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY

Humidity Sensor: An Overview

Pages 302-309 | Received 01 Feb 2012, Accepted 01 May 2012, Published online: 19 Feb 2013
 

ABSTRACT

The present review provides a detailed introduction, properties, types, applications, uses, and requirements of a humidity sensor. Humidity affects mankind directly or indirectly. Therefore, there is an urgent need to precisely measure and control humidity in various environments. The role and various methods for measurement of humidity are included. The detailed working principle of a resistive type humidity sensor based on metal oxides is also explained.

Acknowledgments

Richa Srivastava is highly grateful to the University Grants Commission of Delhi for the “Post-Doctoral Fellowship for Women” No.F.15-79/11 (SA-II).

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