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Electrospun Polymer Nanofibers: Processing, Properties, and Applications
Abdulhamid Al-Abduljabbar1, Irfan Farooq1
1Department of Mechanical Engineering, King Saud University, Riyadh 11421, Saudi Arabia.
Electrospun polymer nanofibers (EPNF) offer unique properties like high surface area, enabling diverse applications. This review covers their production, properties, and key uses in fields from biomedicine to energy.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Nanotechnology
Background:
- Electrospun polymer nanofibers (EPNF) are a significant class of nanomaterials.
- Their high aspect ratio, large surface area, and processability make them highly attractive.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive review of EPNF.
- To cover their production methods, properties, and applications.
Main Methods:
- Focus on electrospinning as the primary production technique.
- Review of polymers, solvents, and process parameters.
- Discussion of mechanical, electrical, chemical, and optical properties.
Main Results:
- EPNF exhibit versatile properties suitable for various advanced applications.
- Key applications span biomedical (tissue engineering, drug delivery), sensors, filtration, defense, and energy.
Conclusions:
- EPNF are critical nanomaterials with expanding applications.
- Continued research is driven by their potential in diverse technological fields.
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