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Optimization of Process Parameters for Anti-Glare Spray Coating by Pressure-Feed Type Automatic Air Spray Gun Using
Yu-Hui Huang1, Lung-Chuan Chen2, Huann-Ming Chou3
1Graduate School of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Kun Shan University, 71070 Tainan, Taiwan. kevin03040613@gmail.com.
Spray-coating silica sol-gel onto glass creates anti-glare thin films. Optimal pressures and speed minimize gloss and maximize haze for effective anti-glare properties.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Surface Engineering
- Thin Film Deposition
Background:
- Anti-glare surfaces are crucial for visual comfort and performance in various applications.
- Traditional methods for creating anti-glare coatings can be complex and costly.
- Silica sol-gel spray-coating offers a promising route for developing functional thin films.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the statistical effects of spray-coating parameters on anti-glare thin film properties.
- To optimize the process for achieving low gloss and high haze.
- To establish a mathematical model for predicting anti-glare performance.
Main Methods:
- Spray-coating of silica sol-gel onto soda-lime glass.
- Statistical analysis using central composite design and response surface methodology.
- Evaluation of gloss, haze, surface roughness (Ra), and total transmittance.
Main Results:
- Sol-gel delivery pressure, air transport pressure, and spray speed significantly impact gloss, haze, and surface roughness.
- Total light transmittance remains largely unaffected by these process parameters.
- Optimal conditions were identified to achieve a minimum gloss of 9.2 GU and maximum haze of 57.0%.
Conclusions:
- The study successfully optimized silica sol-gel spray-coating parameters for effective anti-glare thin films.
- The developed mathematical model accurately predicts anti-glare performance.
- This research provides a foundation for manufacturing customized anti-glare glass solutions.
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