Applications of Polymer Nanofibers

Explore a comprehensive review of the practical experimental and  technological details of polymer nanofibers with a leading new resource

Applications  of Polymer Nanofibers delivers a complete introduction to the basic  science of polymer nanofibers as well as a review of their diverse  applications. The book assesses their potential for commercialization  and presents contributions from leading experts emphasizing their  practical and technological details. New and up to date research  findings are presented throughout the book in areas including filters,  fabric, energy, fuel cells, batteries, sensors, biomedicine, drug  delivery, tissue engineering, and wound dressings.

The book also  presents a fulsome analysis of the technology of electrospinning, the  most convenient and scalable technique for nanofiber production. It also  provides readers with practical information on relevant surface  modification techniques. Applications of Polymer Nanofibers effectively  balances theoretical background with practical applications of the  technology, including insights into polymer nanofiber materials that  will be useful for advanced students and researchers. Students,  researchers, and industry professionals will also enjoy the inclusion of

A  thorough introduction to electrospinning parameters and resulting  nanofiber characteristics, including theoretical and practical  considerations
An exploration of textile applications of nanofibers,  like protective clothing, filter fabrics, wearable devices, functional  fabrics, and biomedical textiles
A review of nanofiber mats as  high-efficiency filters, including filtration developments, filters made  with nanofibers, and the future outlook for nanofiber filters
A  treatment of nanofiber-based chemical sensors, including sensor  materials, approaches to nanofiber sensor design, and gravimetric  nanofiber sensors
Perfect for researchers and graduate students  studying polymer science and engineering, chemical engineering,  materials science, and nanotechnology. Applications of Polymer  Nanofibers will also earn a place in the libraries of industrial  researchers concerned with electrospinning, air filtration, fabrics,  drug delivery, catalysis, and biomedicine.