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Nanofibers: effective generation by electrospinning and their applications
P Ramesh Kumar1, N Khan, S Vivekanandhan
1Department of Physics, Pondicherry University, Pondicherry 605014, India.
Journal of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
|April 25, 2012
Summary
Electrospinning is a versatile method for creating polymer nanofibers with high surface area for applications in energy, healthcare, and environmental engineering. Processing parameters and electric fields control fiber generation and collection.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Nanotechnology
- Polymer Science
Background:
- Electrospinning is a highly versatile technique for producing polymer nanofibers.
- These nanofibers possess a large surface area and high porosity, making them suitable for various applications.
- Applications span diverse fields including energy storage, healthcare, biotechnology, environmental engineering, defense, and security.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the effects of processing parameters on nanofiber generation via electrospinning.
- To explore the control of fiber collection through electric field modifications.
- To examine current research on electrospun fiber applications in electronics, environmental sensors, energy storage, and biomedicine.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing literature on electrospinning technology and its applications.
- Analysis of how processing parameters influence nanofiber morphology and production.
- Investigation of methods for controlling fiber collection using electric fields.
Main Results:
- Processing parameters significantly impact the generation and morphology of nanofibers.
- Modifications to the electric field allow for effective control over fiber collection.
- Electrospun fibers demonstrate broad applicability across multiple scientific and technological domains.
Conclusions:
- Electrospinning is an attractive method due to its simplicity and high production rate.
- Further research into electrospun fibers will continue to drive innovation in various fields.
- The controlled generation and diverse applications highlight the importance of electrospinning technology.
