A5036023800- Nanoparticles: synthesis and applications
- Dyeing and Modifying Textile Fibers
- Microplastics and Plastic Pollution
- Antimicrobial agents and applications
- Surface Modification and Superhydrophobicity
- Advanced Sensor and Energy Harvesting Materials
- Flame retardant materials and properties
- TiO2 Photocatalysis and Solar Cells
- Hydrogels: synthesis, properties, applications
- Electrospun Nanofibers in Biomedical Applications
- Graphene and Nanomaterials Applications
- Advanced Photocatalysis Techniques
- Textile materials and evaluations
- Silicone and Siloxane Chemistry
- Advanced Cellulose Research Studies
- Nanocomposite Films for Food Packaging
- Skin Protection and Aging
- Advanced Materials and Mechanics
- Pigment Synthesis and Properties
- biodegradable polymer synthesis and properties
- Photopolymerization techniques and applications
- Food Waste Reduction and Sustainability
- Aerogels and thermal insulation
- Material Properties and Processing
- Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances research
University of Ljubljana
2016-2025
University of Twente
2011
TiO2 has already established itself as one of the most attractive nanomaterials for functionalisation textiles due to its unique structural, physicochemical, optical and electrical properties, nontoxicity low cost. This review paper provides a comprehensive overview recent advances in chemical physical modification textile fibres with nanoparticles nano-/microstructures summarises important findings on application processes performance TiO2-modified substrates. Photocatalytic self-cleaning,...
In a continuation of previous studies, the wetting properties hydrophobic diureapropyltriethoxysilane [bis(aminopropyl)-terminated polydimethylsiloxane (1000)] (PDMSU) sol−gel hybrid, which forms washing-resistant water-repellent finishes on cotton fabrics, were further investigated. The addition 1H,1H,2H,2H-perfluorooctyltriethoxysilane (PFOTES) to PDMSU resulted in highly apolar low-energy surface aluminum with γStotal equal 14.5 mJ/m2 and ΔGiwi value −82 mJ/m2. Mixed PFOTES−PDMSU applied...
Cotton fabrics Titanium dioxide (TiO 2 ) Silver (Ag) doping Antibacterial activity UV protection Self-cleaning
A novel facile and eco-friendly procedure for fabrication of multifunctional antibacterial ultraviolet (UV) protective cotton surface was presented, including premodification cellulose fibres with a polysiloxane matrix, followed by green in situ biosynthesis silver nanoparticles (Ag NPs) the presence sumac leaf extract as reducing stabilising agent. During biosynthesis, face-centred cubic Ag NPs an average size 52–105 nm were generated on fibres. Increasing concentration AgNO3 precursor...
We tested the efficacy of standard soil removal and bacterial reduction from textile. A life cycle analysis for different washing cycles was also performed. The results show that at 40 °C 10 g/L most effective resulted in good soiling. However, bacteria highest 60 °C, 5 20 (> log CFU/carrier). With scenario, we approached requirements household laundry ~ 4 CFU/carrier removal. Howsoever, shows has a higher environmental impact than due to significant contribution detergent. Reducing energy...
In this study, a novel green process was developed to produce multifunctional cotton (CO) fabric incorporating TiO2/curcumin composites that simultaneously provides UV protection and photocatalytic performance. For purpose, TiO2 synthesised using the sol–gel process; loaded with natural colourant curcumin as visible light absorber at two temperatures, i.e., 70 350 °C; applied CO via pad–dry–cure process. comparison, without under same conditions. The synthesis conditions °C ensured formation...
Abstract The utilization of disposable face masks is an essential approach to mitigate the transmission microorganisms. Composed mainly polypropylene (PP) nonwoven material, these do not exhibit any antimicrobial properties. This study examines feasibility employing Ag‐based nanoparticles (NPs) as agent. To activate chemically inert PP samples, corona discharge was applied at atmospheric pressure. Subsequently, a sol‐gel coating with (3‐aminopropyl) triethoxysilane performed, which...
This paper reviews the recent research in fi eld of application ultraviolet (UV) protection nishes textile functionalisation.The aim and UV protecting mechanisms on substrates are described.The standard methods for determination protective properties presented.Contemporary directions environmentally friendly organic absorbers inorganic blockers highlighted discussed.The bioactive substances as novel exposed.Novel multifunctional textiles including ecological issues use presented.
This research aimed to study the influence of lyocell with incorporated ZnO (CLY) for antibacterial activity and biodegradation fiber blends composed viscose (CV), flax (LI), CLY. Fiber blended samples an increased weight fraction CLY fibers were composed, single CLY, CV LI also used comparison. Antibacterial was determined Gram-negative Escherichia coli Gram-positive Staphylococcus aureus bacteria. The investigated by soil burial test. results show that exhibited high antimicrobial against...