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Nanocomposites based on Au- and SiO 2 -modified SnO 2 were studied as sensitive materials for ethanol and benzene detection in dry (RH = 1%) and humid (RH = 20%) air. Modification of SnO 2 by amorphous SiO 2 (13 mol.%) was effectuated by hydrothermal synthesis; modification by Au nanoparticles (1 wt.%) was carried out via impregnation by citrate-stabilized Au sol. The composition of the samples was determined by X-ray fluorescent spectroscopy and energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy. The microstructure was characterized by XRD, HRTEM, and low-temperature nitrogen adsorption. The surface groups were investigated by XPS, TPR-H 2 , and FTIR spectroscopy. DRIFT spectroscopy was performed to investigate the interaction between ethanol and the surface of the synthesized materials. Studies of the sensor properties have shown that in all cases the most sensitive is the SnO 2 /SiO 2 -Au nanocomposite. This material retains high sensitivity even in a humid atmosphere. The obtained results are discussed in terms of the synergistic effect of two modifiers (Au and SiO 2 ) in the formation of sensor properties of SnO 2 /SiO 2 -Au nanocomposites.

Synergy Effect of Au and SiO2 Modification on SnO2 Sensor Properties in VOCs Detection in Humid Air