Flexible PET Research Articles

Enhancement of Roll-to-Roll Gravure-Printed Cantilever Touch Sensors via a Transferring and Bonding Method

Sensor miniaturization offers significant advantages, including enhanced SoC integration efficiency, reduced cost, and lightweight design. While the roll-to-roll printed electronics fabrication process is advantageous for the mass production of sensors compared to the traditional MEMS technology, producing sensors that require air gap-based 3D structures remains challenging. This study proposes an integration of roll-to-roll gravure printing with a transferring and bonding method for touch sensor fabrication. Unlike previously reported methods for sacrificial layer removal, this approach prevents stiction issues, thus enabling sensor miniaturization and providing the flexibility to select materials that minimize sensitivity degradation during scaling. For the lower part of the sensor, Ag and BaSO4 were roll-to-roll gravure-printed on a flexible PET substrate to form the bottom electrode and dielectric layer, followed by BaSO4 spin coating on the sensor’s anchor area to form a spacer. For the upper part, a water-soluble PVP sacrificial layer was roll-to-roll gravure-printed on another flexible PET substrate, followed by spin coating Ag and SU-8 to form the top electrode and the structural layer, respectively. The sacrificial layer of the upper part was removed with water to delaminate the top electrode and structural layer from the substrate, then transferred and bonded onto the spacer of the lower part. Touch sensors of three different sizes were fabricated, and their performances were comparatively analyzed along with that of an epoxy resin-based sensor, demonstrating that our sensor attained miniaturization while achieving relatively high sensitivity.

Artificial synapse using flexible and air-stable Cs3Bi2I9 perovskite memristors

Abstract Von Neumann bottleneck necessitates the creation of dedicated processors for artificial intelligence tasks, such as in-memory computing, where memristors are formulated as synapses. Perovskites are great candidates for memristors owing to their mixed ionic and electronic conduction as well as cost-effective processing techniques. In this work, we have developed a highly stable, lead-free perovskite memristors fabricated using thermally evaporating hot-pressed 0D Cesium Bismuth Iodide (Cs3Bi2I9) pellets on flexible PET substrates. The fabricated memristors exhibit repeatable bipolar resistive switching with operating voltages of -0.32 V and 0.26 V, an excellent ON/OFF ratio > 105, and an endurance > 104 cycles. The memristors were air-stable for more than 30 days and were repeatedly tested under high humidity (> 80%) atmospheric conditions without encapsulation. The resistive switching in these flexible devices persists even under applied mechanical stress up to a bending radius of 0.5 cm. Furthermore, the potential of these memristors for use as artificial synapse has been demonstrated by obtaining critical neuromorphic characteristics such as spike duration dependent plasticity, paired pulse facilitation, and long-term plasticity. This work indicates that 0D Cs3Bi2I9 memristors have the potential to mimic biological synaptic functions of learning and forgetting which may be useful to realize flexible and low power neuromorphic circuits in the near future.

Controlled Formation of Porous Cross-Bar Arrays Using Nano-Transfer Printing.

Nano-transfer printing (nTP) has emerged as an effective method for fabricating three-dimensional (3D) nanopatterns on both flat and non-planar substrates. However, most transfer-printed 3D patterns tend to exhibit non-discrete and/or non-porous structures, limiting their application in high-precision nanofabrication. In this study, we introduce a simple and versatile approach to produce highly ordered, porous 3D cross-bar arrays through precise control of the nTP process parameters. By selectively adjusting the polymer solution concentration and spin-coating conditions, we successfully generated discrete, periodic line patterns, which were then stacked at a 90-degree angle to form a porous 3D cross-bar structure. This technique enabled the direct transfer printing of PMMA line patterns with well-defined, square-arrayed holes, without requiring additional deposition of functional materials. This method was applied across diverse substrates, including planar Si wafers, flexible PET, metallic copper foil, and transparent glass, demonstrating its adaptability. These well-defined 3D cross-bar patterns enhance the versatility of nTP and are anticipated to find broad applicability in various nano-to-microscale electronic devices, offering high surface area and structural precision to support enhanced functionality and performance.

Lead-Free CsBi3I10 Thin-Film flexible photodetectors with enhanced performance for broad spectral response

By employing a hot spin-coating method, CsBi3I10 thin-film photodetector was fabricated onto flexible PET substrate. The resulting nontoxic photodetector demonstrated exceptional optoelectronic performance, featuring an Ilight/Idark ratio of 1.8 × 103, a responsivity of 18.3 mA/W and a detectivity of 2.95 × 108Jones. It also showed a broad spectral response and maintained consistent performance after 506 light switching cycles and 1000 bending cycles. The dynamic imaging capability of the device was further validated, illustrating its potential for diverse applications. This work pioneers the application of CsBi3I10 perovskite thin-film in flexible photodetectors, offering a green, stable and high-performance solution for next-generation optoelectronic devices.

Graphene quantum dots based flexible planar micro-supercapacitors with different bending angles

The development of micro-electronic products and the increase in demand for portable devices have driven the research of planar micro-supercapacitors (PMSCs). Flexible PMSCs have the advantages of high energy and power density, stable cycling performance and good flexibility, which makes the flexible PMSCs valuable for the research in the field of wearable electronic devices. In this paper, graphene quantum dots were selected as the electrode material for the flexible devices and PET as the flexible substrate, and the flexible PMSCs with interdigital electrode width to gap ratio of 60 μm/60 μm were prepared using modified liquid-air interface self-assembly, photolithography and oxygen plasma etching. Cyclic voltammetry, galvanostatic charge-discharge, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy and cyclic stability were performed on the devices with the bending angles of 0°, 60°, 90°, 150° and 180°, respectively, using electrochemical workstation. Redox peaks appeared in the CV curves of the devices at the very low scan rates, indicating that redox reaction occurred and pseudocapacitance effect appeared. The area capacitance, energy density and power density of the devices decreased and the charging time was longer than discharging time after the bending angle was increased. After 10,000 cycles, the cyclic stability for the five bending angles was maintained at more than 71%. In short, the larger the bending angles, the greater the impact on some performance of the devices, and when the devices were placed in non-vacuum environment for too long, some performance after bending but better.

Optoelectronic effect of Al-based buffer layers on Al-doped ZnO thin transparent conductive films on flexible substrates

AZO (Al-doped ZnO) film is a transparent conductive film that offers a simple preparation process, low cost, non-toxicity, and excellent stability. It serves as a high-quality material extensively used in liquid crystal displays, solar cells, and other fields. In this study, AZO thin films were prepared on a PET substrate with an Al2O3 buffer layer using the magnetron sputtering method. The deposition parameters were optimized through the Taguchi method and Grey Correlation Analysis. The results demonstrate that the optimal deposition parameters for achieving superior photoelectric properties during the fabrication of AZO films are 100 W (radio frequency power), 1.0 Pa (sputtering pressure), 20 min (coating time), and 20 °C (substrate temperature). Furthermore, the incorporation of an Al2O3 buffer layer enhances the quality of AZO film on PET substrate. This investigation successfully deposited uniform and highly efficient AZO thin films onto flexible PET substrates at low temperatures, thereby expanding their potential applications in flexible electronics.

A room-temperature ultrafast carrier dynamical study and thickness-dependent investigation of WTe2 thin films on a flexible PET substrate

In the current era of increasing demand for optoelectronic-based devices with ultra-rapid response, it is important to understand the processes associated with the relaxation dynamics of hot carriers and transient electrical properties of WTe2 material under photoexcitation of charge carriers. In this work, using femtosecond laser pump–probe spectroscopy at room temperature we performed the transient absorption measurement on sputtered deposited WTe2 thin films having four different thicknesses to study dynamics associated with the relaxation of their hot carriers. The relaxation dynamics of photoexcited charge carriers undergo three exponential decay components associated with electron–phonon thermalization in the conduction band and phonon-assisted electron–hole recombination between the electron and hole pocket. The thickness-dependent investigation of WTe2 thin films reveals that the electron–hole recombination process is more prominent in thicker films than in thinner films, supporting previously published theoretical and experimental conclusions. The Ultrafast study of WTe2 thin films suggests that it is a suitable material for future ultrafast optoelectronic-based device applications.

Enhancing durable electrical conductivity in multi‐walled carbon nanotubes‐epoxy composites via laser repetition rate nanojoining for flexible electronics

AbstractWith the development of nanotechnology, laser matter interaction has become intriguing for many applications, including the manufacturing of flexible electronics to improve interface behaviors. Employing high laser repetition rate nanojoining transfer patterning, this study ensures the robust and consistent stability of electrical properties of MWCNTs. This procedure meticulously eliminates contaminants from the interface between flexible PET substrates and carbon nanotube‐containing epoxy, significantly influencing the degree of alteration in composite material and interface behaviors. By increasing the laser repetition rate from the original sample to the sample irradiated by a laser with a repetition rate of 80 kHz, the defect concentration in carbon nanotubes decreases from 0.448 × 106/nm2 to 0.39376 × 106/nm2, respectively. The relationship between defect concentration and electrical conductivity in semiconductor carbon nanotubes under laser irradiation is multifaceted and context‐dependent. Optimizing the laser repetition rate is crucial in defining the kind and density of semiconductor carbon nanotubes. This study found an electrical conductivity of 3.6799 × 10−4 S/m at a laser repetition rate of 80 kHz. Laser ablation nanojoining with a high laser repetition rate is poised to become a key recycling method for plastic materials in future industries. When MWCNTs are used in processing new materials, this method not only enhances the electrical and mechanical properties of recycled plastics but also creates high‐performance composites with added value. Additionally, the quick nature of this process helps minimize toxicity in material processing by reducing exposure time and the need for harmful chemicals. These composites exhibit superior properties suitable for advanced applications such as flexible electronics, sensors, and nanocomposite materials, contributing to both sustainability and economic value in various industrial sectors.

4D-STEM and Eels Analysis of Complex C-Based Sensor Architectures

Transforming high-carbon precursors into open-porous carbon foams and coatings via thermal processes is gaining attention as a sustainable method for various applications, including catalysis, energy utilization, and sensing [1]. In this research, we adopt a one-step laser patterning approach to selectively pyrolyze doctor-bladed ink coatings on flexible PET substrates, thereby producing highly porous, intricately designed CO2 sensor structures with a thickness of about 50 µm. Our ink formulation includes glucose as a pore-forming agent and adenine as a nitrogen source to enhance sensing capabilities. Laser processing in an oxygen-rich setting results in flexible, highly porous sensor heterostructures characterized by distinct areas enriched with nitrogen and oxygen functionalities. The laser intensity’s attenuation with depth leads to the development of a distinctly porous graphitic surface layer (serving as the electrical transducer layer) and a denser nitrogen-enriched lower sensor layer, linked by a narrow transitional region [2]. To understand the formation and functionality of these sensors, we conducted an in-depth TEM analysis of cross-sections of the complete device, prepared through ultramicrotomy cross-sectioning. STEM-EELS elemental distribution maps distinctly show the chemical composition differences between the upper and lower layers of the sensor. Principal component analysis was utilized to separate the complex sensor structures into their constituent crystalline and amorphous carbon and nitrogen-containing phases. 4D-STEM analysis exposed the arrangement of the crystalline graphitic phase and the orientation of graphite basal planes adjacent to the pores of the open-porous sensor. Analyzing these structural parameters is essential for understanding the electrical performance of the sensor, as depicted in Figure 1 [3]. Figure 1: A (top)) SEM micrograph of sensor embedded in epoxy, (bottom) depth-dependent thermal laser intensity attenuation; B (left)) HA ADF-STEM micrograph showing different sensor layers, (middle) STEM-EELS nitrogen distribution map, (right) PCA bond analysis, C) HRTEM images of sensor from transducer (top) and sensor (bottom) layers with SAED image of respective ROIs (inset); D) 4D-STEM analysis depicting misalignment angle between graphitic carbon basal plane normal relative to the pore surface normalReferences[1] M. Hepp, et al. npj Flexible Electronics 6, 1-9 (2022)[2] H. Wang, et al. Advanced Functional Materials 32, 2207406 (2022)[3] C. Ophus, et al. Microscopy and Microanalysis 28, 390-403 (2022) Acknowledgements: We acknowledge use of the DFG-funded Micro-and Nanoanalytics Facility (MNaF) at the University of Siegen (INST 221/131-1). Figure 1

Characterization, Dielectric Analysis and Thermal Properties of Novel Flexible Polymer Composite Films

In this work, mixtures of polypyrrole (PPy) and iron oxide (Fe2O3) are synthesized using oxidative chemical polymerization process to create a novel flexible PET/(PPy-Fe2O3) composite films. The films were characterized by different methods as FTIR, SEM, XRD and TGA to prove the efficient manufacturing of the composite. The dielectric performance measurements were done at frequency of 20 Hz to 6 MHz for the polymer PET and the composite (PPy-Fe2O3)/PET with varying concentrations of Fe2O3. Moreover, to reveal the characteristics of the fabricated composite, the contact angle, the work of adhesion, surface energy of the composite PET/(PPy-Fe2O3) films were considerably determined. The SEM results support the deposition of PPy-Fe2O3 composite on the PET surface. The water contact angle drops from 78.32° for PET to 40.11° for PET/6%(PPy-Fe2O3), while the dispersive free energy raised from 23.9 mJ m−2 to 43.7 mJ m−2and the polar free energy rises from 8.9 mJ m−2 to 22.3 mJ m−2. The concentration of Fe2O3 increased the surface features of the samples, according to the obtained results. At frequency of 100 Hz, the dielectric constant enhanced from 18 for PET to 923 for the PET/6%(PPy-Fe2O3), and the dielectric loss improved from 24 to 9231, while the energy density improved fromm 7.9 × 10−5 J/m3 for PET to 408 × 10−5 J m−3. The TGA results show marginal modifications in thermal stability after deposition the PPy/Fe2O3 on the PET film. The obtained data showed the dielectric characteristics of the PET/(PPy-Fe2O3) were improved respect to polymer PET, to can be applied the fabricated composite in storage devices and capacitors.

Degrading effect on electrical properties of printed gallium sulfide based photodetector

Layered GaS structures have been attracting increasing research interest due to their highly anisotropic structural, electrical, optical, and mechanical properties. However, the investigation of the performance based on the responsivity, external quantum efficiency, and detectivity of printed GaS based photodetector on a flexible PET substrate with respect to a period of time under the environmental conditions have not been reported so far. This experimental study shows that the printed GaS based photodetector stored in ambient conditions undergoes a change in terms of performance in a few weeks after the fabrication. This work also holds an importance being premier study experimentally investigating the printed III–VI group monochalcogenide based photodetector stored under the environmental conditions and contributing the literature to improve the printed device performance in further applications.

Highly Efficient Flexible Photodetectors Based on Pb-Free CsBi3I10 Perovskites.

Perovskites have made remarkable advancements in optoelectronics owing to their high light absorption coefficient, tunable bandgap, and long charge diffusion. Nonetheless, the practical applications of Pb-based perovskites have been hindered by the instability and toxicity of Pb, especially in flexible electronics, which require high biosecurity and low toxicity. Hence, the development of stable Pb-free perovskite materials has gained increasing attention. In this study, we synthesized stable CsBi3I10 Pb-free perovskites outside the glovebox and improved the optoelectronic and mechanical performances of the CsBi3I10-based flexible devices through polyvinylcarbazole (PVK) doping. Flexible photodetectors with the device structure of PET/ITO/PEDOT:PSS/CsBi3I10:PVK/Au was fabricated. The results indicated that the introduction of poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene):poly(styrenesulfonate) (PEDOT:PSS) reduced the surface roughness of the flexible PET substrate, while PVK doping further improved the surface smoothness of CsBi3I10 thin films, thereby enhancing the interfacial charge transportation. Moreover, PEDOT:PSS and PVK acted as stepwise hole transport layers in the photodetectors. The device demonstrated a maximum responsivity of 0.3 A/W, detectivity of 2.6 × 1011 Jones, and a response time of 102 μs at 650 nm. After subjecting it to 1000 bending tests, the light current retained 80% of its initial value. This study presents a universally applicable method for controlling the surface morphology of a flexible perovskite thin film.

Tuning the Ferromagnetic Resonance Frequency of Microstructured Permalloy Film on Flexible Substrate

The importance of flexible ferromagnetic films in the application of flexible spintronic devices and microwave magnetic devices underscores the necessity for an in‐depth understanding of the dynamic magnetic properties of these films. In particular, it is crucial to comprehend the regulation of the ferromagnetic resonance (FMR) frequency of flexible ferromagnetic films. This work outlines the preparation of periodic permalloy microstrip arrays with stripe domain on flexible PET films and applies them to linearly tune the FMR. The high‐frequency optical branch (5.17 GHz) and low‐frequency acoustic branch (2.89 GHz) are observed in the direction perpendicular (x‐direction) and parallel (y‐direction) to the microstrip, respectively. The Young's modulus mismatch between the PET film and permalloy layer leads to the directional distribution of local tension. This results in the enhancement of the Ht (219.4 Oe) required for the in‐plane uniform precession on the PET film, compared to that on the Si substrate (181.6 Oe). By adjusting the width and thickness of the permalloy microstrip, Ht can be adjusted linearly on the PET film. This flexible ferromagnetic film with linear regulation of FMR frequency presents a new option for the future development of flexible microwave detectors and filters.

A flexible and wearable chemiresistive ethylene gas sensor modified with PdNPs-SWCNTs@Cu-MOF-74 nanocomposite: a targeted strategy for the dynamic monitoring of fruit freshness

A chemiresistive ethylene gas sensor was fabricated for fruit wearable based on SWCNTs/PdNPs/Cu-MOF-74 (SPM) nanocomposite which was attached to a flexible PET substrate (AIEFP) for dynamic monitoring of the freshness of kiwi at room temperature (25 °C). The electrodes are printed on PET substrate by laser direct writing method, which makes the SPM/AIEFP sensor wearable to be attached to the target and achieve accurate in-situ online detection. The sensing mechanism depends on the widely recognized theory of adsorbed oxygen, in which SWCNTs provide a path for charge transfer between materials, PdNPs improve the response by catalyzing the cracking of ethylene double bond and the formation of adsorbed oxygen, and the selective bonding of Cu-MOF-74 and ethylene provides selectivity. The selectivity of the proposed SPM/AIEFP sensor has been proved. Besides, the key parameters of the sensor fabrication were optimized, and the sensing performance was investigated. Finally, the SPM/AIEFP sensor was successfully utilized to determine the ripeness and corruption of kiwifruit in real-time, indicating that the SPM/AIEFP sensor is a good candidate tool for detecting fruit freshness during transportation and storage.

UMC-PET: a fast and flexible Monte Carlo PET simulator

Objective. The GPU-based Ultra-fast Monte Carlo positron emission tomography simulator (UMC-PET) incorporates the physics of the emission, transport and detection of radiation in PET scanners. It includes positron range, non-colinearity, scatter and attenuation, as well as detector response. The objective of this work is to present and validate UMC-PET as a a multi-purpose, accurate, fast and flexible PET simulator. Approach. We compared UMC-PET against PeneloPET, a well-validated MC PET simulator, both in preclinical and clinical scenarios. Different phantoms for scatter fraction (SF) assessment following NEMA protocols were simulated in a 6R-SuperArgus and a Biograph mMR scanner, comparing energy histograms, NEMA SF, and sensitivity for different energy windows. A comparison with real data reported in the literature on the Biograph scanner is also shown. Main results. NEMA SF and sensitivity estimated by UMC-PET where within few percent of PeneloPET predictions. The discrepancies can be attributed to small differences in the physics modeling. Running in a 11 GB GeForce RTX 2080 Ti GPU, UMC-PET is ∼1500 to ∼2000 times faster than PeneloPET executing in a single core Intel(R) Xeon(R) CPU W-2155 @ 3.30 GHz. Significance. UMC-PET employs a voxelized scheme for the scanner, patient adjacent objects (such as shieldings or the patient bed), and the activity distribution. This makes UMC-PET extremely flexible. Its high simulation speed allows applications such as MC scatter correction, faster SRM estimation for complex scanners, or even MC iterative image reconstruction.

Electrochemical Properties of PEDOT:PSS/Graphene Conductive Layers in Artificial Sweat.

Electrodes based on PEDOT:PSS are gaining increasing importance as conductive electrodes and functional layers in various sensors and biosensors due to their easy processing and biocompatibility. This study investigates PEDOT:PSS/graphene layers deposited via spray coating on flexible PET substrates. The layers are characterized in terms of their morphology, roughness (via AFM and SEM), and electrochemical properties in artificial sweat using electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) and cyclic voltammetry (CV). The layers exhibit dominant capacitive behavior at low frequencies, with cut-off frequencies determined for thicker layers at 1 kHz. The equivalent circuit used to fit the EIS data reveals a resistance of about three orders of magnitude higher inside the layer compared to the charge transfer resistance at the solid/liquid interface. The capacitance values determined from the CV curves range from 54.3 to 122.0 mF m-2. After 500 CV cycles in a potential window of 1 V (from -0.3 to 0.7 V), capacitance retention for most layers is around 94%, with minimal surface changes being observed in the layers. The results suggest practical applications for PEDOT:PSS/graphene layers, both for high-frequency impedance measurements related to the functioning of individual organs and systems, such as impedance electrocardiography, impedance plethysmography, and respiratory monitoring, and as capacitive electrodes in the low-frequency range, realized as layered PEDOT:PSS/graphene conductive structures for biosignal recording.

Photovoltaic Stimulation Induces Overdrive Suppression in Embryonic Chicken Cardiomyocytes

Abstract In this study, we employed calcium imaging to investigate the dynamics of intracellular calcium levels in embryonic chicken cardiomyocytes upon extracellular, optoelectronic stimulation. A photovoltaic layer of donoracceptor pigments on a flexible PET substrate was used as a wireless stimulation electrode. Our findings revealed a distinct change in their spontaneous activity pattern in cardiac cells following asynchronous light stimulation. A short pause in cellular activity, indicative of overdrive suppression, was observed in recordings from several different cells. The pause in activity signifies a transient refractory period induced by stimulation of the photovoltaic device with red light. These findings suggest that photovoltaic electrodes can be used to effectively modulate the electrical activity of cardiac cells in a wireless, non-pharmacological manner. This opens new avenues for non-invasive and precise light-modulated control of cellular electrophysiology as well as potential therapeutic applications for cardiac rhythm disorders.

Low-temperature silver-based ink for highly conductive paths through industrial printing processes suitable for thermally sensitive substrates and beyond

Printed electronics is experiencing tremendous growth in applications and industry interest worldwide. One of the most frequently raised problems is the high curing temperature of commercially available conductive composites. This study describes the process of developing a customized low-temperature silver-based, conductive ink dedicated to the flexographic-printing technique. The formulation was optimized through a series of tests including printing trials, resistance measurements, evaluation of printed samples surface features, and mechanical properties. The appropriate ink viscosity, substrate compatibility, and sinterability at low temperatures were achieved. The dependence of the achieved conductivity on the type of raw materials used was also witnessed and described. The conductivity of the printed inks was evaluated for various polymer vehicles. Samples printed on flexible PET and paper substrates were thoroughly investigated; ink adhesion, scratch resistance, and performance after cyclic bending have been assessed.Graphical abstract

Highly sensitive and stable glucose sensing using N-type conducting polymer based organic electrochemical transistor

Glucose sensors have emerged as indispensable tools in monitoring glucose concentrations, enabling individuals to take proactive measures in managing their health effectively. Organic electrochemical transistors (OECTs) have emerged as promising platforms for glucose sensing, offering inherent advantages, such as stability in aqueous environments, low operating voltage requirements, and remarkable sensitivity. In this study, we present the development of an OECT-based glucose sensor using a N-type conducting polymer poly(benzimidazobenzophenanthroline) (BBL) as the active layer. BBL exhibited high performance and stability in an aqueous electrolyte, making it an ideal candidate for glucose sensing applications. By incorporating ferrocene (FC) as an electron mediator and immobilizing glucose oxidase (GOx) on the gate electrode, we achieved remarkable sensitivity and linearity within the glucose concentration range relevant to typical blood sugar levels. Stability tests revealed consistent performance over multiple cycles and continuous stressing, indicating the sensor's long-term stability and reliability. Additionally, we investigated the role of FC through electrochemical absorption and Raman shift spectra, providing insights into the glucose sensing mechanism. Moreover, the glucose sensor demonstrated promising performance on a flexible PET substrate, highlighting its versatility for practical applications in glucose sensing and beyond.

Washable Nanostructured Sensing Layer in a Reusable Printed Ammonia Sensor Label

Ammonia (NH3) in its aqueous solution form is used in various day‐to‐day applications such as laboratory reagents, fertilizers, and household cleaning due to its solubility in water. Hence, it is extremely important to have a large‐scale sensing system to avoid unintended health hazards. In this article, a printed washable TiO2 nanoparticle (NP) layer‐based sensing solution to detect evaporated ammonia from its aqueous solution has been demonstrated in this regard. The response has a range of 1 to 25% w/v and is found to be considerably linear in the low concentration level of the ammonia solution. The sensitivity is found to be 0.47/% in the linear region. The sensor illustrates considerably easy fabrication, reusability, and gas adsorption on the sensing layer. Printed electrodes are employed on a flexible polyethylene terephthalate substrate with a washable sensing layer. It is observed that the longevity of the electrodes is considerably high. A maximum 7.5% variation in the response is observed for the reused sensor after washing. Further, it is found that the electrodes are stable enough to be used up to 4 months in ambient conditions. The sensor can be useful to monitor the leakage of NH3 solution in industrial complexes and also in households.