Gas-sensitive GaAs-MESFETs with catalytic gates have been fabricated.
Gas response of I-V output and transfer characteristics are discussed.
Pd- and Pt-catalysed MESFETs show NO2 and NH3-sensitivity. There is n
o cross sensitivity to H2O, CO, CO2 and CH4 below 100 degrees C operat
ing temperatures. Possible sensor mechanisms are proposed.