Acoustic Wave Sensors: Theory, Design and Physico-Chemical Applications (Applications of Modern Acoustics)

Written by an interdisciplinary group of experts from both industry and academia, this book provides an in-depth look at the current state of acoustic wave devices and the scope of their use in chemical, biochemical, and physical measurements, as well as in engineering applications. Because of the inherent interdisciplinary applications of these devices, this book will be useful for the chemist and biochemist interested in the use and development of these sensors for specific applications; the electrical engineer involved in the design and improvement of these devices; the chemical engineer and the biotechnologist interested in using these devices for process monitoring and control; and the sensor community at large. Written by an interdisciplinary group of experts from both industry and academia, Acoustic Wave Sensors provides an in-depth look at the current state of acoustic wave devices and the scope of their use in chemical, biochemical, and physical measurements, as well as in engineering applications. Because of the inherent interdisciplinary applications of these devices, this book will be useful for the chemist and biochemist interested in the use and development ofthese sensors for specific applications; the electrical engineer involved in the design and improvement of these devices; the chemical engineer and the biotechnologist interested in using these devices for process monitoring and control; and the sensor community at large.

• Provides in-depth comparison and analyses of different types of acoustic wave devices
• Discusses operating principles and design considerations
• Includes table of relevant material constants for quick reference
• Presents an extensive review of current uses of these devices for chemical, biochemical, and physical measurements, and engineering applications

Written by an interdisciplinary group of experts from both industry and academia, Acoustic Wave Sensors provides an in-depth look at the current state of acoustic wave devices and the scope of their use in chemical, biochemical, and physical measurements, as well as in engineering applications. Because of the inherent interdisciplinary applications of these devices, this book will be useful for the chemist and biochemist interested in the use and development ofthese sensors for specific applications; the electrical engineer involved in the design and improvement of these devices; the chemical engineer and the biotechnologist interested in using these devices for process monitoring and control; and the sensor community at large.

Key Features
* Provides in-depth comparison and analyses of different types of acoustic wave devices
* Discusses operating principles and design considerations
* Includes table of relevant material constants for quick reference
* Presents an extensive review of current uses of these devices for chemical, biochemical, and physical measurements, and engineering applications Written by an interdisciplinary group of experts from both industry and academia, Acoustic Wave Sensors provides an in-depth look at the current state of acoustic wave devices and the scope of their use in chemical, biochemical, and physical measurements, as well as in engineering applications. Because of the inherent interdisciplinary applications of these devices, this book will be useful for the chemist and biochemist interested in the use and development ofthese sensors for specific applications; the electrical engineer involved in the design and improvement of these devices; the chemical engineer and the biotechnologist interested in using these devices for process monitoring and control; and the sensor community at large. Key Features * Provides in-depth comparison and analyses of different types of acoustic wave devices * Discusses operating principles and design considerations * Includes table of relevant material constants for quick reference * Presents an extensive review of current uses of these devices for chemical, biochemical, and physical measurements, and engineering applications Content: • Front Matter • Series Preface • Table of Contents 1. Why Acoustic Sensors? 2. Fundamentals of Acoustic Waves 3. Acoustic Wave Sensors and Responses 4. Materials Characterization 5. Chemical and Biological Sensors 6. Practical Aspects of Acoustic-Wave Sensors • Appendix A: Lists of Symbols by Chapter • Appendix B: Glossary of Terms • Appendix C: Polymeric Materials • Appendix D: Commercial Sources for Acoustic-Wave Substrates, Devices, and Systems Index Provides an in-depth look at the state of acoustic wave devices and the scope of their use in chemical, biochemical, and physical measurements, and in engineering applications. This book compares and analyses different types of acoustic wave devices; discusses operating principles and design considerations; includes a quick reference; and more. Examines the current state of acoustic wave devices and the scope of their use in chemical, biochemical and physical measurements. It supplies comparison and analyses of different types of acoustic wave devices and discusses operating principles and design considerations Covers a wide variety of sensors with focus on analyte-film interactions for various physical/chemical absorption processes. Particularly interesting is the comparison of transients for reversible and irreversible interactions.