Advanced Spectroscopy-Based Sensors and Spectral Analysis Technology
A special issue of Sensors (ISSN 1424-8220). This special issue belongs to the section "Optical Sensors".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 1 December 2024 | Viewed by 488
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Advanced spectroscopy plays a crucial role in the application of sensors across various industries, enabling precise and sensitive detection of substances based on their unique spectral signatures.
The application of spectroscopy to sensors offers several distinct advantages. One key benefit is the ability to provide a fast response in real-time analysis, crucial for applications where timely information is essential. Spectroscopic sensors enable on-line monitoring, allowing continuous data collection without the need for sample preparation or time-consuming laboratory analysis.
The advent of chip spectrometers has further revolutionized spectroscopy for sensors. These miniaturized, portable devices enhance accessibility and versatility, enabling on-site measurements in various environments. Their compact size and low power consumption make them suitable for integration into a wide range of sensing devices, facilitating deployment in diverse settings.
In the realm of environmental monitoring, spectroscopic sensors are employed to analyze air and water quality. Infrared spectroscopy, for instance, can detect pollutants by identifying specific absorption bands, offering a rapid and reliable method for environmental assessment.
In the field of healthcare, spectroscopy is utilized in sensors for medical diagnostics. Fluorescence spectroscopy, for example, aids in the detection of biomarkers associated with diseases. This non-invasive technique provides valuable information for early disease diagnosis and monitoring of treatment effectiveness.
In industrial settings, spectroscopic sensors are employed for quality control and process monitoring. Near-infrared spectroscopy is commonly used to analyze chemical composition and ensure the consistency of products in real-time.
In agriculture, spectroscopy-based sensors assist in soil analysis, allowing farmers to optimize nutrient levels and improve crop yield. Remote sensing techniques, such as hyperspectral imaging, provide valuable data for precision agriculture, enabling targeted interventions based on spectral information.
Laser spectroscopy further advances the capabilities of sensors by offering enhanced precision and sensitivity in material analysis. For example, laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) sensors utilize laser pulses to vaporize and analyze samples, allowing for the rapid detection of trace elements. Laser ringdown spectroscopy allows for extremely sensitive detection of compounds in the gas phase, with absolute quantification. Such techniques provide a powerful tool for on-site analysis, facilitating quick decision making.
This Special Issue therefore aims to put together original research and review articles on recent advances, technologies, solutions, applications, and new challenges in the field of advanced spectroscopy-based sensors and spectral analysis technology.
Prof. Dr. Israel Schechter
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- sensors
- spectroscopy
- spectral analysis
- laser spectroscopy
- chip spectrometers
- chemometry
- monitoring
