Low-Cost Sensors for Ambient Air Monitoring
A special issue of Sensors (ISSN 1424-8220). This special issue belongs to the section "Sensor Networks".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 May 2026 | Viewed by 959
Special Issue Editors
Interests: indoor air monitoring; sensor networks; low cost sensors; smart ventilation
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Interests: sensors; WSN; indoor air quality
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
As air pollution continues to pose serious environmental and health challenges worldwide, the demand for cost-effective and accessible monitoring solutions has grown. Low-cost sensors for ambient air monitoring offer a promising alternative to expensive reference-grade instruments. These sensors provide real-time data on pollutants such as particulate matter (PM), nitrogen dioxide (NO₂), and ozone (O₃), enabling widespread monitoring in both urban and rural settings. Advances in sensor technology, wireless communication, and data analytics have improved the accuracy and reliability of these devices. However, challenges remain, including sensor calibration, data quality assurance, and environmental factors affecting performance. This special issue aims to explore the latest innovations in low-cost air quality sensors, including their design, deployment strategies, and applications in air pollution studies. Researchers and practitioners are invited to contribute studies on sensor validation, machine learning-based calibration techniques, and community-driven monitoring networks. By addressing key limitations and leveraging advancements in artificial intelligence and IoT, low-cost sensors can play a crucial role in shaping future air quality policies and public health interventions.
Dr. Naveed Salman
Dr. Muhammad Waqas Khan
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- low-cost sensors
- air pollution monitoring
- sensor calibration
- IoT and air quality data analytics
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