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Recent developments in polysaccharide-based electrospun nanofibers for environmental applications.
Zulfiqar Ali Raza1, S A Munim1, Asif Ayub1
1Department of Applied Sciences, National Textile University, Faisalabad, 37610, Pakistan.
Carbohydrate Research
|October 1, 2021
Summary
Electrospinning of polysaccharides creates eco-friendly nanofibers for environmental solutions. These materials show promise in water treatment, air filtration, and sensing applications, offering sustainable options.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Environmental Science
- Chemical Engineering
Background:
- Electrospinning is a key technique for creating nanofibrous materials.
- Polysaccharides are sustainable, bio-based resources suitable for advanced applications.
- Nanofibers offer unique properties for environmental remediation and sensing.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the electrospinning process for polysaccharide-based nanofibers.
- To explore parameters influencing polysaccharide electrospinning.
- To highlight environmental applications of these advanced materials.
Main Methods:
- Review of literature on polysaccharide electrospinning.
- Analysis of processing parameters affecting nanofiber morphology.
- Evaluation of polysaccharide-based electrospun membranes for environmental uses.
Main Results:
- Polysaccharide electrospinning is feasible and tunable for specific environmental needs.
- Electrospun polysaccharide membranes exhibit potential for contaminant adsorption in water treatment.
- Parameters like solution properties and environmental conditions influence fiber formation.
Conclusions:
- Polysaccharide-based electrospun nanofibers are versatile for environmental applications.
- Further research can optimize electrospinning and address challenges in polysaccharide material application.
- These materials offer a sustainable pathway for environmental solutions.
