The results of a study of the structure and electrical properties of n
anocrystalline SrCe0.95Yb0.05O3 proton conducting thin films are prese
nted. The relationship between the electrical transport and hydrogen p
artial pressure has been determined and correlated with microstructure
. Nanostructured SrCe0.95Yb0.05O3 films possess greatly enhanced condu
ctivity due to interfacial effects related to the influence of surface
s and grain boundaries. The opportunity to use these films for gas sen
sors is discussed and their characteristics are presented. (C) 1998 El
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