Exploiting Reactor Geometry to Manipulate the Properties of Plasma Polymerized Acrylic Acid Films

Karyn Jarvis1, Sally McArthur2,3

  • 1ANFF-Vic Biointerface Engineering Hub, Faculty of Science, Engineering and Technology, Swinburne University of Technology, Hawthorn, VIC 3122, Australia. kljarvis@swin.edu.au.

Summary

Reactor geometry significantly impacts plasma polymerized acrylic acid (ppAAc) film properties. Optimizing electrode placement in plasma reactors is crucial for tailoring film characteristics like thickness and stability.

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