Polymer Based Ammonia Sensor (POLYMONIA)

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Description

Within the project, a new ammonia sensor prototype is being developed using polyaniline (PANI) films due to their electrical properties and resistance to ammonia. Currently, there are no such sensors on the market based on conductive polymers that are sufficiently resistant in conditions with constant ammonia presence, such as at chicken farms.

The Achievable Results

The project's goal is to increase the technology readiness level to TRL4 by developing a prototype capable of detecting ammonia concentration in the range of 0 to 100 ppm with sensitivity of 1 ppm. At the same time research of materials, development process optimization, and market research should be conducted for further development and commercialization.

The Anticipated Benefit

The project's outcome is a new class of cost-effective, scalable, and environmentally adaptable ammonia sensors for agricultural applications.

The Allocated Funding

147,000 EUR on 03/01/2026.

Team

PhD. Artūrs Bundulis
Leading Researcher arturs.bundulis@cfi.lu.lv
Dr. phys. Kaspars Pudžs
Leading Researcher
Andrejs Tokmakovs
Researcher
Māris Ļaska
Anete Sapne
Research assistant

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