Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yu Cheng, Leilei Jia, Chang Sun, Yunwen Liu, Hui-E Liang
Summary: By using atmospheric pressure plasma treatment, two antimicrobial agents were successfully grafted onto cotton fabrics, and their antimicrobial efficiency was tested, showing sound effects.
MATERIALS RESEARCH EXPRESS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Serin Mezarcioz, Mutlu Toksoz, Md Emdad Sarker
Summary: This study evaluated the performance of recycled cotton in denim fabric, finding that recycled cotton had slightly lower tearing and breaking strengths compared to conventional cotton, but exhibited color characteristics closer to the reference fabric.
JOURNAL OF NATURAL FIBERS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Sanjay Kumar Bhikari Charan Panda, Kushal Sen, Samrat Mukhopadhyay
Summary: The textile industry has a high demand for energy and water, especially in the desizing process. However, a sustainable technique using ultraviolet C irradiation has been developed, which saves a significant amount of water, time, and energy while maintaining the quality of cotton fabric. The treated fabric shows no significant change in structure and life cycle analysis confirms its sustainability.
TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Osman Babaarslan, Md Abul Shahid, Fatma B. Dogan
Summary: Consumer expectations have shifted towards comfortable and well-fitting clothes, leading to the introduction of elastomeric polymers in denim fabric for improved flexibility and recovery. Various hybrid yarns were evaluated, with dual core-spun yarns showing lower strength but higher elongation compared to core-spun yarns. The use of different core components, such as PBT and elastane, in the weft yarns demonstrated varying fabric performance characteristics.
JOURNAL OF ENGINEERED FIBERS AND FABRICS
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Lucie Janu, Eva Dvorakova, Katerina Polaskova, Martina Buchtelova, Petr Rysanek, Zdenek Chlup, Tomas Kruml, Oleksandr Galmiz, David Necas, Lenka Zajickova
Summary: Excellent adhesion between electrospun nanofiber and textile support is crucial in various bioapplications, such as wound dressing development. Different plasma modifications were compared for their effect on adhesion, with low-pressure oxygen treatment showing the strongest improvement. The synergy of treatment homogeneity, surface functional groups, and wettability contributed to the enhanced adhesion.
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Shun-ting Tse, Chi-wai Kan
Summary: This study compares the effects of pigment printing and laser treatment on color properties of denim fabric. Various parameters were used and their relationships with final color properties were investigated. The results showed that laser treatment sequence and intensity have an impact on the brightness and hue of the denim fabric.
FIBERS AND POLYMERS
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
F. S. Fidan, E. K. Aydogan, N. Uzal
Summary: This study investigates the benefits of using recycled cotton fiber and CHP plant in denim fabric production to reduce environmental impacts, costs, and improve quality. The integrated sustainability assessment approach offers important insights for sustainable denim fabric production.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jacob Manzi, Ariel E. E. Weltner, Tony Varghese, Nicholas McKibben, Mia Busuladzic-Begic, David Estrada, Harish Subbaraman
Summary: This paper demonstrates the use of plasma-jet printing (PJP) to deposit thermoelectric nanoflakes onto flexible substrates at room temperature, with substantial improvements in material adhesion and flexibility observed. The printed films exhibit electrical conductivity of 2.5 x 10(3) S m(-1) and a power factor of 70 mu W m(-1) K-2 at room temperature. This advancement in plasma jet printing promotes not only the development of energy harvesting but also large-scale flexible electronics and sensors for space and commercial applications.
Article
Polymer Science
Smita Deogaonkar-Baride, Shital S. Palaskar
Summary: This study presents a method for plasma-assisted in situ chemical polymerization of polypyrrole on nylon-66 fabric to enhance adhesion and conductivity. The results show that the strongest interfacial bonding and high conductivity were achieved for He+O-2 plasma pretreated PPy coated nylon-66 fabric.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED POLYMER SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Nilgun Becenen, Gokhan Eyi
Summary: This study improves the functional finishing processes of denim fabrics by adding chemicals to a commercial finishing solution, enhancing the flame-retardant performance. The use of various tests helped achieve precise results and demonstrate the improvement of flammability performance.
JOURNAL OF THE TEXTILE INSTITUTE
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Zhen Li, Xuan Chen, Xin Chen, Jianqiang Guo, Lin Liu, Guocheng Zhu, Jiri Militky, Juming Yao
Summary: This study presents a wearable pressure sensor with good sensitivity and stability by integrating a conductive cellulose/exfoliated graphene ink with polyethylenimine-modified cotton fabrics. The pressure sensor is prepared through an electrostatic self-assembly process, resulting in stable sensing performance and long-term stability. It has potential applications in human health monitoring.
ACS APPLIED POLYMER MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Ronan Q. Baculi, Giovanni M. Malapit, Leah E. Abayao
Summary: In this study, atmospheric pressure plasma jet (APPJ) was used to deposit silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) for antibacterial application into bark fabric. The results showed that the plasma treatment enhanced the surface roughness and adsorption of AgNPs, while removing surface impurities. Qualitative and quantitative antibacterial assays demonstrated the efficiency of the samples in inhibiting the growth of bacteria. The antibacterial efficiency increased with longer plasma treatment time. This study suggests that atmospheric pressure plasma jet could be a promising deposition technique for antibacterial fabrics.
JOURNAL OF THE TEXTILE INSTITUTE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yuan-Bin Zheng, Jian-Xin Jia, Wei Shi, Jia-Jie Long
Summary: With the increasing awareness of environmental protection, a green and environmentally friendly method was developed using supercritical carbon dioxide with an 18-crown-6 phase transfer system to pretreat cotton fabric, achieving efficient removal of impurities in one step. Various parameters were optimized to achieve satisfactory pretreatment performance and efficiency.
JOURNAL OF SUPERCRITICAL FLUIDS
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Senbiao Liu, Yaohui Keane Liu, Chi-wai Kan
Summary: This research develops a prediction system based on a Bayesian Regulated Neural Network to predict the alteration of fading effect after plasma treatment of cotton fabrics under varying parameters. The developed system can help textile finishers in adjusting the plasma colour fading machine's parameter settings.
JOURNAL OF THE TEXTILE INSTITUTE
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Yuan Xiao, Hanchun Hu, Dongyuan Guo, Yao Tong, Xinlei Guo, Leipeng Yang
Summary: Smart textiles provide wearers with increased functionality, such as sensing and reaction. However, existing fabric-based flexible sensors have complex preparation processes and low sensitivity. This study reports a method combining microdrop jet technology and liquid phase reduction technology to fabricate fabric-based flexible capacitive sensors. The result shows that the sensor has high sensitivity, fast response, and excellent repeatability, demonstrating its potential for applications in healthcare, electronic skin, etc.
SENSORS AND ACTUATORS A-PHYSICAL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Alan Yiu Lun Tang, Cheng Hao Lee, Yan Ming Wang, Chi Wai Kan
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Yao-hui Liu, Chester Kin-man To, Mei-ki Ngai, Chi-wai Kan, Hong Chua
COLORATION TECHNOLOGY
(2019)
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Alan Y. L. Tang, Chi-wai Kan
COLORATION TECHNOLOGY
(2020)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Jinhao Xu, Xuanxuan Du, Binjie Xin, Chiwai Kan, Yaqian Xiao, Zhuoming Chen, Mengjuan Zhou, Qingshuai Yan
Summary: This study developed coaxial fibers that can absorb moisture and be heated by sunlight, effectively managing fabric comfort. The material's excellent moisture absorption and evaporation properties, high surface temperature, and strong UV protection factor make it ideal for providing a comfortable microenvironment for the human body.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Ya-Qian Xiao, Chi-Wai Kan
Summary: This review article examines the mechanism, methods, applications, challenges, and future development trends of directional water transport (DWT) textile materials. The study highlights the importance of moisture management in textile products for human comfort.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Ya-Qian Xiao, Chi-Wai Kan
Summary: This article provides a timely and comprehensive review of the application of 3D printing technology in the textile and fashion industries. The article introduces four methods for preparing textiles and summarizes three routes to use 3D printing technology in textile manufacturing. Furthermore, it discusses the applications of this technology in fashion design, functional garments, and electronic textiles, as well as the challenges and prospects it faces.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Wen-Yi Wang, Jia-Chi Chiou, Wan-Xue Chen, Chi-Wai Kan, Theo Y. C. Lam, Huawen Hu
Summary: Poly(hexamethylene biguanide) (PHMB) has been found to have excellent flocculation performance in the removal of anionic dyes from aqueous solution. Optimal dosage of 50 to 70 mg/L PHMB effectively removes two model anionic dyes over a wide range of pH values with high color removal efficiency and low turbidity. In addition, the addition of inorganic salts, such as sodium chloride and sodium sulphate, enhances the flocculation performance of PHMB, suggesting a salt-intensive effect.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Alan Yiu Lun Tang, Cheng Hao Lee, Yanming Wang, Chi-Wai Kan
Summary: This study aimed to examine the feasibility of using a poly(ethylene glycol) (PEG)-based reverse micellar dyeing system for dyeing cotton fabric with hot type trichloropyrimidine (TCP)-based reactive dyes and evaluate the energy-saving potential. The experimental results showed that dyeing fabrics in the reverse micellar system at 90 degrees Celsius achieved higher color yield compared to the conventional water-based system at the same temperature. Further experiments showed that using the reverse micellar system for dyeing cotton at 80 degrees Celsius provided comparable color yield to the conventional water-based system. The reverse micellar dyeing system caused no significant damage to cotton fibers and allowed for the recycling of octane.
JOURNAL OF NATURAL FIBERS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Yiu Lun Alan Tang, Cheng Hao Lee, Chiu Yuk Chan, Yanming Wang, Chi-Wai Kan
Summary: This study investigated the reverse micellar dyeing of cotton woven fabrics using non-aqueous medium and alkyl polyglucoside-based nonionic surfactant (APG-based) with reactive dyes. The results showed that the APG reverse micellar method achieved higher color yield and better dye uptake compared to conventional water-based dyeing. The washing fastness, leveling, and color fading properties were comparable between the two methods. Hetero-bifunctional reactive dyes had the highest color yield, followed by homo-bifunctional reactive dyes and mono-functional reactive dyes. Mono-functional reactive dyes and homo-bifunctional reactive dyes had the best leveling properties in the non-aqueous dyeing medium.
JOURNAL OF NATURAL FIBERS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Long-Yi Ho, Chi-Wai Kan
Summary: This study conducted experimental investigation to assess the wrinkle-resistance performance of resin-treated 100% cotton light-weight fabric. The results showed that resin finishing improved the wrinkle properties and dimensional stability but reduced the tearing strength of the fabric.
Article
Polymer Science
Sui-Lung Yim, Jessie Wing-Yi Cheung, Iris Yuk-Ching Cheng, Lewis Wai-Hong Ho, Suet-Yee Sandy Szeto, Pinky Chan, Yin-Ling Lam, Chi-Wai Kan
Summary: Healthcare workers in hospitals are at risk of infection from body fluids and bacteria. Traditional textile products provide a favorable environment for bacterial growth, increasing the risk of transmitting infectious diseases. This study found that healthcare uniforms treated with PHMB displayed durable antimicrobial properties and remained efficient after prolonged use and laundering cycles in a hospital environment. The use of PHMB-treated uniforms may reduce the transmission of infectious diseases in hospitals.
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Kam-Che Lui, Nuruzzaman Noor, Chi-Wai Kan, Xungai Wang
Summary: This study developed a new PGT-SGS composite using pre-strained screen printing, which combined pressure garment therapy and silicone gel sheeting for scar management. The 3D channel structure allowed trauma-free active-fluid transport.
JOURNAL OF COMPOSITES SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Yiu Lun Alan Tang, Shixin Jin, Cheng Hao Lee, Ho Shing Law, Jiali Yu, Yanming Wang, Chi-wai Kan
Summary: This study investigates the feasibility of using biodegradable SAE non-ionic surfactant as a building block for the formation of reverse micelles, functioning as dye carriers for cotton fabric dyeing. The study optimized ten dyeing parameters and compared the properties of SAE-dyed samples with water-dyed samples. The results show that SAE-dyed samples have better performance than water-dyed samples.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Chi-Yuen Hui, Chi-Wai Kan, Kam-Hong Chau
Summary: Different concentrations of lithium perchlorate (LiClO4) were used in combination with various types of nanocarbons to create high-performing poly(ethylene oxide) (PEO)-based electrochemical double-layer (EDL) supercapacitors. The best results were achieved with a PEO:Li+ ratio of 100:1, resulting in a maximum current density of 1.84 mu A/cm(2) and a specific capacitance of 33.56 nF/cm(2) at a scanning rate of 100 mV/s and 40 Hz. Additionally, among the four types of nanocarbons tested, double-walled (DW) carbon nanotubes exhibited the highest performance with a maximum current density of 10.51 mu A/cm(2) and a specific capacitance of 32.798 nF/cm(2) at the same conditions, surpassing the performance of the control sample without any dopants.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ishaq Ahmad, Chi-wai Kan, Zhongping Yao