Unrestricted.2016-11-142012-06-012016-11-141996-08http://hdl.handle.net/2346/17821The main objective of this research effort was the investigation of relevant applications that a cutting edge technology afforded. While the work did not attempt to delve into mathematical interpretation of SAW device responses, it did seek to evaluate the usefulness of the SAW technology from an engineering perspective.application/pdfengGas separation membranesPolymers -- AnalysisAcoustic surface wave devicesSurface chemistryThesis