Synthesis, Characterization, and Antibacterial Activity of Ag2O-Loaded Polyethylene Terephthalate Fabric via Ultrasonic Method
Year: 2019
Type: article
Abstract: In this study, Ag2O was synthesized on polyethylene terephthalate fabrics by using an ultrasonic technique with Ag ion reduction in an aqueous solution. The effects of pH on the microstructure and antibacterial properties of the fabrics were evaluated. X-ray diffraction confirmed the presence of Ag2O on the fabrics. The fabrics were characterized by Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, ultraviolet–visible spectroscopy, and wettability testing. Field-emission scanning electron microscopy verified that the change of pH altered the microstructure of the materials. Moreover, the antibacterial activity of the fabrics against Escherichia coli was related to the morphology of Ag2O particles. Thus, the surface structure of Ag2O particles may be a key factor of the antibacterial activity.
Source: Nanomaterials
DOI: 10.3390/nano9030450
Language: English
Subfield: Building and Construction
Field: Engineering
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $1,621
Funder: Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
Awards: G6906429271, G7149607867
OpenAlex ID: W2921430747