Treating Surfaces with a Cold Atmospheric Pressure Plasma using the COST-Jet

Area of Science:

• Plasma Physics
• Surface Science
• Biomedical Engineering

Background:

• Non-thermal atmospheric pressure plasmas offer potential for biological surface treatments.
• Reproducibility challenges in plasma conditions and treatment procedures hinder scientific progress.
• The COST-Jet reference source was developed to ensure stable and reproducible plasma generation.

Purpose of the Study:

• To provide a detailed protocol for reliable and reproducible surface treatments using the COST-Jet.
• To discuss common issues and advantages of the COST-Jet for plasma-based applications.
• To offer versatile methods adaptable to other atmospheric pressure plasma devices.

Main Methods:

• Development and validation of a standardized protocol for the COST-Jet microplasma source.
• Detailed description of treatment procedures for both solid and liquid surfaces.
• Analysis of COST-Jet peculiarities, including its remote treatment capability.

Main Results:

• Establishment of a reliable protocol for reproducible surface treatments with the COST-Jet.
• Identification of common pitfalls and solutions for atmospheric pressure plasma treatments.
• Demonstration of the COST-Jet's versatility for various surface modification applications.

Conclusions:

• The developed protocol enhances the reliability and reproducibility of surface treatments using the COST-Jet.
• The COST-Jet serves as a valuable reference source for atmospheric pressure plasma research.
• The protocol's adaptability supports broader applications in scientific and industrial fields.