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Review on Electrospun Nanofiber-Applied Products
Fatirah Fadil1, Nor Dalila Nor Affandi1, Mohd Iqbal Misnon1
1Textile Research Group, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam 40450, Selangor, Malaysia.
Polymers
|July 2, 2021
Summary
Electrospinning technology produces nanofiber-based materials for diverse applications. Commercialization faces manufacturing challenges, but advancements in nonwoven technology offer a path forward for scalable electrospun products.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science and Engineering
- Nanotechnology
- Chemical Engineering
Background:
- Electrospinning technology is transitioning from a research approach to practical applications.
- Electrospun nanofiber-based materials are derived from polymeric liquids via high-voltage application.
- These materials exhibit significant interest in fields like electronics, sensors, textiles, and biomedical applications.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the manufacturing scalability of electrospun nanofibers.
- To summarize the commercialization progress of electrospun nanofiber products by global companies.
- To highlight recent developments and future prospects for commercial electrospun products.
Main Methods:
- Review of current literature and industry reports on electrospinning.
- Analysis of manufacturing scalability and commercialization strategies.
- Discussion of advancements in nonwoven technology for electrospun materials.
Main Results:
- Electrospun nanofibers have broad application potential across various industries.
- Industrial adoption is hindered by challenges in manufacturing scalability and product development.
- Dedicated companies are actively pursuing commercialization of electrospun nanofiber products.
Conclusions:
- Despite challenges, electrospinning technology shows promise for commercial viability.
- Advancements in nonwoven technology are crucial for overcoming manufacturing hurdles.
- Further development is needed to fully realize the potential of commercially applied electrospun nanofibers.
