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Kyung Hwa Hong
Summary: The study showed that cotton fabrics finished with chestnut shell extract exhibited significant antibacterial, antioxidant, and deodorant properties when the concentration of the extract was above 10% (w/v) in the finishing bath.
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Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Farah Deeba, Ankit K. Gupta, Vaibhav Kulshrestha, Minal Bafna, Ankur Jain
Summary: The effect of different concentrations of zinc oxide on the dielectric properties of composite films was studied. It was found that increasing the zinc oxide content significantly increased the dielectric constant, AC conductivity, and loss tangent. A direct correlation between the dielectric parameter and the mean relaxation time of polymer chain segmental dynamics was observed, suggesting that the dielectric properties of these materials can be tailored by varying the amount of metal oxide filler for use in microelectronics.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE-MATERIALS IN ELECTRONICS
(2022)
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Nevena Celic, Nemanja Banic, Ivana Jagodic, Roman Yatskiv, Jan Vanis, Goran Strbac, Svetlana Lukic-Petrovic
Summary: Water pollution from different industries has been a major environmental issue in recent decades. Efforts have been made to develop technologies for removing toxic pollutants from contaminated water, which pose direct threats to the environment and human health. Heterogeneous catalysis has proven to be an effective method for water purification, although water recovery after treatment remains a costly and labor-intensive process.
ACS APPLIED POLYMER MATERIALS
(2023)
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Nafis Ahmad, Syed Ishraque Ahmad, Saiema Ahmedi, Poonam Yadav, Nikhat Manzoor, Mohd Parwaz, Zishan Husain Khan
Summary: PMMA-ZnO nanocomposites were synthesized with different weight percentages of ZnO nanoparticles. The study investigated their structural and optical properties, revealing the dispersion and presence of ZnO nanoparticles in the nanocomposites. The nanocomposites exhibited enhanced antifungal activity against various Candida species, suggesting their potential as denture base materials to combat denture stomatitis.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2023)
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Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Aravind H. Patil, Sushilkumar A. Jadhav, Sahil S. Magdum, Kailas D. Sonawane, Pramod S. Patil
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INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
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Partha Kumbhakar, Rushikesh S. Ambekar, Arko Parui, Ajit K. Roy, Debmalya Roy, Abhishek K. Singh, Chandra S. Tiwary
Summary: This work demonstrates the electrical-mechanical coupling phenomena by decorating piezoresponsive atomically thin ZnO nanosheets on a polymer surface using additive manufacturing technology. The output voltage response of the 3D-printed architecture can be regulated by external mechanical pressures. Energy generation is achieved by placing the 3D-printed fabric on a padded shoulder strap, utilizing the mechanical strength and flexibility of the coated structure. The improved charge transfer at the interface enhances the output performance of the 3D-printed fabric.
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(2023)
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Nezam Samei, Sheila Shahidi, Rattanaphol Mongkholrattanasit
Summary: This research investigates the synchronization of desizing, scouring, and bleaching processes using plasma technology at ambient temperature for raw cotton fabrics. The results show that plasma treatment effectively removes starch from the fabric, resulting in higher wetting properties and whiteness. Additionally, this method allows for water and energy savings.
FIBERS AND POLYMERS
(2022)
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Kunal Arora, Anant Kumar Singh
Summary: This study focuses on the fine finishing of polyamide workpieces using a novel magnetorheological finishing process. By optimizing the MRP fluid and process parameters, the surface smoothness and roughness of polyamide workpieces are effectively improved, leading to an extended lifespan of the components for various industrial applications. The experimental results demonstrate the efficacy of the MRF process in enhancing the performance of polyamide workpieces.
JOURNAL OF THE BRAZILIAN SOCIETY OF MECHANICAL SCIENCES AND ENGINEERING
(2021)
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Materials Science, Textiles
Kyung Hwa Hong
Summary: Screen-printing method was used to apply gallotannin to cotton fabrics for a more environmentally friendly textile finishing technique, showing excellent antibacterial, deodorizing, and ultraviolet-blocking properties, although the antibacterial ability towards Gram-negative bacteria decreased with increasing laundry cycles.
FASHION AND TEXTILES
(2021)
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Polymer Science
M. I. Mohammed
Summary: In this study, the effects of ZnO nanoparticles on PMMA/PVDF blend were investigated by using solution-cast technique to prepare nanocomposites. FTIR and SEM studies were conducted to analyze the properties. The results showed that the nanocomposites exhibited high dielectric constant and low dielectric loss, making them suitable for capacitors and memory device applications.
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Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Wael Ali, Olga Zilke, Dominic Danielsiek, Alaa Salma, Bassem Assfour, Valbone Shabani, Seden Caglar, Hung Minh Phan, Leonie Kamps, Ruth Wallmeier, Ying Feng, Torsten Textor, Jochen S. Gutmann, Thomas Mayer-Gall
Summary: DOPO-ETES and DOPO-AmdPTES were synthesized as halogen-free flame retardants without by-products. They were applied on cotton fabric using sol-gel method and pad-dry-cure finishing process. DOPO-AmdPTES-treated cotton exhibited self-extinguishing behavior with high char residue, improved LOI value and reduced PHRR, HRC and THR compared to untreated cotton. DOPO-AmdPTES-treated cotton showed semi-durability after ten laundering cycles. According to the results, the flame retardant activity occurred in the condensed phase as a physical barrier and in the gas phase through dilution effect.
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Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Mariana Marin Garcia, Bruna Lallo da Silva, Rodrigo Sorrechia, Rosemeire Cristina Linhari Rodrigues Pietro, Leila Aparecida Chiavacci
Summary: This study presents an unprecedented investigation on the influence of parameters such as dyeing, softening, and number of washes on the maintenance of antibacterial activity in polyamide fabrics containing zinc oxide nanoparticles. The results demonstrate that these fabrics exhibit significant and consistent biocidal potential against Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli, even after repeated washing cycles. This research is important for industries as it reveals the possibility of obtaining antibacterial polyamide fabrics resistant to chemical treatments.
ACS APPLIED BIO MATERIALS
(2022)
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Engineering, Environmental
Xiaowen Xie, Shuhui Li, Xiaoqin Wang, Jianying Huang, Zhong Chen, Weilong Cai, Yuekun Lai
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Haoran Liao, Tao Yu, Yan Li
Summary: GO/PA6 nanocomposites with different graphene content were prepared via in situ polymerization, and their rheological properties and thixotropy were studied using rheological methods.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2023)
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Ying-Nien Chou, I-Hsun Yang
Summary: This study developed an epoxy-type biomimic zwitterionic copolymer for surface modification of polyamide elastic fabric. The modified fabric exhibited good biocompatibility and anti-biofouling performance. The research provides a cost-effective zwitterionic modification technology with high commercial value for surface modification of biomedical materials.
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Suyeon Kim, Hyunkyung Lee, Juhea Kim, Fernando Oliveira, Pedro Souto, Hyerim Kim, Javier Nakamatsu
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(2019)
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(2020)
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(2019)
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H. Carvalho, D. Tama, P. Gomes, M. J. Abreu, Yu Yao, A. P. Souto
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A. J. S. Ferreira, M. B. Goede, N. T. Vila, M. G. Silva, S. Fiori, T. A. Nascimento, M. Fernandes, A. P. Souto
18TH WORLD TEXTILE CONFERENCE (AUTEX 2018)
(2018)
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Materials Science, Textiles
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18TH WORLD TEXTILE CONFERENCE (AUTEX 2018)
(2018)
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A. G. Demir, F. R. Oliveira, T. Gulumser, A. P. Souto
18TH WORLD TEXTILE CONFERENCE (AUTEX 2018)
(2018)
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N. T. Vila, M. G. Silva, A. L. Musialak, M. Fernandes, A. P. Souto, A. J. S. Ferreira
18TH WORLD TEXTILE CONFERENCE (AUTEX 2018)
(2018)
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Materials Science, Textiles
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18TH WORLD TEXTILE CONFERENCE (AUTEX 2018)
(2018)
