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Fabrication and Characterization of Composite Nanofibrous Membranes With TiO2 Particles Against UV Radiation

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: ABSTRACT This study employs electrospinning to fabricate and characterize composite nanofibrous layers composed of polyamide 6 and titanium dioxide (TiO₂) particles. Polyamide 6 solutions were prepared with varying TiO₂ concentrations (5, 10, 15, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, and 80 wt%) to investigate the impact of filler content on the spinning process and the resulting nanofiber morphology. The conductivity and viscosity of these solutions were measured to assess their spinnability. The fabricated nanofibrous layers were characterized to determine the distribution of TiO₂ particles and their influence on the overall morphology. Additionally, the wetting behavior and ultraviolet radiation (UV) absorption properties of the layers were evaluated. The results indicate that nanofibrous layers containing 50% TiO₂ exhibit the highest UV absorption potential, making them promising candidates for further applications.

Source: Polymers for Advanced Technologies

DOI: 10.1002/pat.70102

Authors: Radek Jirkovec, Pavel Holec, Tomas Kalous, Martina Vikova, Jiri Chvojka

Institution: Technical University of Liberec

Language: English

Topic: Electrospun Nanofibers in Biomedical Applications

Subfield: Biomaterials

Field: Materials Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $4,800

Funder: Technická Univerzita v Liberci