Journal of Natural Fibers,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
21(1)
Published: May 4, 2024
In
this
research
work,
we
explore
antibacterial
activity
and
the
UV-protection
of
cotton
fabric
functionalized
with
copper
oxide-titanium
dioxide
nano
composites
particles
(CuO+TiO2
NCPs).
Cotton
fabrics
(Cot)
were
treated
L-methionine
(Am)
bimetallic
CuO+TiO2
NCPs
by
pad
rolling
technique.
Cu(NO3)2
titanium
isopropoxide
(TIP)
used
as
sources
Cu(OH)2
TiO2
colloid
respectively,
which
then
converted
into
CuO
nanoparticles
(NPs)
for
making
UV-protective
cotton.
The
method
yielded
a
crystallite
size
NPs
18.09
32.5
nm,
respectively.
FTIR,
Raman
spectroscopy,
High-resolution
scanning
electron
microscopy-Energy
dispersive
Spectroscopy
(HRSEM),
(EDS),
X-ray
photo
spectroscopy
(XPS),
thermal
gravimetric
analysis
(TGA),
XRD
to
analyze
functional
group,
morphology,
chemical
composition,
stability
crystalline
structure
samples.
results
showed
that
an
esterification
reaction
occurred
between
Am
OH
in
fabric,
further
enhanced
binding
NCPs.
AmCot-CuO+TiO2
exhibit
outstanding
against
gram-positive
S.
aureus
gram-negative
E.
coli.
UV
protection
factor
(UPF)
reached
50+;
thus,
multifunctional
excellent
anti-ultraviolet
properties
obtained.
Tekstil ve Mühendis,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
31(133), P. 49 - 62
Published: March 27, 2024
As
wearable
electronic
devices
become
increasingly
integrated
into
our
daily
routines,
there
is
a
growing
demand
for
soft,
flexible,
and
comfortable
that
can
seamlessly
deliver
functionalities.
Electronic
textiles
(e-textiles)
combine
the
capabilities
of
such
as
sensors,
actuators,
energy
storage,
communication
tools
with
comfort
flexibility
inherent
in
traditional
textiles.
The
rising
interest
E-textile
sensor
applications
has
thrust
field
printed
electronics
(PE)
spotlight.
Printed
rapidly
expanding
technology
allows
construction
on
affordable,
flexible
substrates,
including
paper
This
achieved
through
printing
techniques,
screen
printing,
3D
gravure
offset
flexography,
inkjet
which
are
traditionally
used
various
industries
like
graphic
arts,
textiles,
polymers.
provides
comprehensive
overview
printable
conductive
inks,
focus
their
role
designing
textile-based
applications.
Within
this
scope,
it
was
examined
properties
presented
methods
to
fabricate
textile
materials
potential
use
devices,
analyzed
performance
characteristics.
Lastly,
addressed
key
challenges
faced
identify
future
research
directions.
aim
contribute
advancement
cost-effective
functional
inks
formulations,
promoting
integration
Journal of Natural Fibers,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
21(1)
Published: May 4, 2024
In
this
research
work,
we
explore
antibacterial
activity
and
the
UV-protection
of
cotton
fabric
functionalized
with
copper
oxide-titanium
dioxide
nano
composites
particles
(CuO+TiO2
NCPs).
Cotton
fabrics
(Cot)
were
treated
L-methionine
(Am)
bimetallic
CuO+TiO2
NCPs
by
pad
rolling
technique.
Cu(NO3)2
titanium
isopropoxide
(TIP)
used
as
sources
Cu(OH)2
TiO2
colloid
respectively,
which
then
converted
into
CuO
nanoparticles
(NPs)
for
making
UV-protective
cotton.
The
method
yielded
a
crystallite
size
NPs
18.09
32.5
nm,
respectively.
FTIR,
Raman
spectroscopy,
High-resolution
scanning
electron
microscopy-Energy
dispersive
Spectroscopy
(HRSEM),
(EDS),
X-ray
photo
spectroscopy
(XPS),
thermal
gravimetric
analysis
(TGA),
XRD
to
analyze
functional
group,
morphology,
chemical
composition,
stability
crystalline
structure
samples.
results
showed
that
an
esterification
reaction
occurred
between
Am
OH
in
fabric,
further
enhanced
binding
NCPs.
AmCot-CuO+TiO2
exhibit
outstanding
against
gram-positive
S.
aureus
gram-negative
E.
coli.
UV
protection
factor
(UPF)
reached
50+;
thus,
multifunctional
excellent
anti-ultraviolet
properties
obtained.
