Author
Akbar, Wazir, Başım, Gül Bahar
Publication Date
2019-09
Publication Place
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Carl Hanser Verlag
Subject
Textile surface modification, Micro/nano-capsules, Design of experiments, Polymeric capsule attachment on textiles
Type
Periodical
Language
English
Digital
Yes
Manuscript
No
Library
Özyeğin University
Library Asset ID
0932-3414
Record ID
6bef5df3-9cf1-4bdb-a866-86354b28bdf3
Library Location
Mechanical Engineering
Date
2019-09
Notes
Eureka TickoTEX project ; Kivanc Tekstil Company in Adana Turkey
Sample Text
Surface properties of textiles play an essential role in their functionalization with micro/nanometer-sized polymeric capsules containing active agents that can provide controlled release. The attached capsules provide additional functionalities such as deodorizing, anti-microbial, or insect repellant properties. The efficiency of capsule attachment depends on the interaction between the selected textile material and the type of capsules. In this study, surface characteristics of the textiles were modified systematically to enhance the attachment of polyethyleneglycol based polymeric capsules. In the first phase of textile selection, four different textile materials, composed of 100% single fiber, were analyzed. Among the analyzed textile samples, cotton and polyester blends were investigated in detail due to their higher hydrophobicity, less negative zeta potential after treatment with finishing solution and broad applicability in sports outfits. In the second phase, statistical design of experiment (DoE) approach was used to have a deeper understanding of the processing factors such as the silicon (hydrophobic component) concentration in the finishing solution and the cotton/polyester blend ratio. An optimal textile was designed based on maximizing the capsule attachment on the cotton fibers woven on top and polyester at the bottom for providing strength and ease of ironing. The selected blend, treated with the required silicon concentration in the finishing solution, retained the highest amount of polymeric capsules containing eucalyptus oil for tick/insect repellency.
DOI
10.3139/113.110645
Cilt
56
