Synthesis of Graphene/Chitosan nanocomposite thin films

In this paper, we propose a cost-efficient thin film synthesis of the nanocomposite of Graphene and Chitosan using solution casting technique. Characterizations of the thin films clearly indicate the presence of dispersed flakes of Graphene in Chitosan. Spectroscopic studies reveal the presence of nanoparticles of Carbon in the composite though they also indicate presence of Oxygen which transcend from the bulk Graphite crystals. Preliminary amperometric studies reveal an increase in current with absorption of moisture and a potential humidity sensing ability of the nanocomposite thin film © 2010 American Institute of Physics.