Filtering media by electrospinning : next generation membranes for separation applications /: next generation membranes for separation applications. (2018)

• Record Type: Book
• Further Information: Note: Maria Letizia Focarete, Chiara Gualandi, Seeram Ramakrishna, editors.
• Other Names: Focarete, Maria Letizia; Gualandi, Chiara; Ramakrishna, Seeram
• Contents: Intro; Contents; Chapter 1: Electrospinning Technology for Filtering Membranes Fabrication; 1.1 Introduction; 1.2 Electrospun Fibers for Filter Fabrication; 1.2.1 Electrospinning by Polymer Solution; 1.2.2 Other Processing Routes; 1.2.3 Optimization of Spinnerets and Collectors for Large-ƯScale Production; 1.3 Strategies to Design Complex Micro- and Nano-porous Membranes; 1.4 Fiber Membrane Post-treatments; 1.4.1 Physical Modifications; 1.4.2 Chemical Modifications; 1.5 Conclusions and Future Outlooks in Filtering Applications; References. Chapter 2: Current Advances on Nanofiber Membranes for Water Purification Applications2.1 Introduction; 2.2 Electrospinning Technology; 2.2.1 Brief History; 2.2.2 Single-Jet Electrospinning; 2.2.3 Electroblowing Technology; 2.2.4 Double-Jet Electrospinning; 2.2.5 Multiple-Jet Electrospinning; 2.2.6 Electrospinning Technology: Current Commercial Status; 2.3 Unique Properties of Electrospun Nanofibrous Membranes; 2.3.1 Tunable Structural Characters; 2.3.2 Materials Selection for Nanofibrous Membranes in Water Purification; 2.4 Summary and Outlook; References. Chapter 3: Electrospun Filters for Air Filtration: Comparison with Existing Air Filtration Technologies3.1 Introduction; 3.2 The History and Filtration Mechanism of Electrospun Filters; 3.2.1 The History of Electrospun Filters; 3.2.2 Filtration Mechanism of Electrospun Filters; 3.3 Materials for Electrospun Filters; 3.3.1 Polymers; 3.3.2 Ceramics; 3.4 Applications of the Electrospun Filters; 3.4.1 Industrial Dust Filtration; 3.4.2 Locomotive Air Filtration; 3.4.3 Indoor Air Filtration; 3.5 Conclusions and Prospects; References. Chapter 4: Electrospun Filters for Defense and Protective Applications4.1 Introduction; 4.1.1 Motivation; 4.1.2 Chemical and Biological Warfare Agents (CBWAs); 4.2 Chemical and Biological Warfare Agents (CBWAs) Degradation; 4.2.1 Electrospun Fibrous Membrane for CBWAs Degradation; 4.2.1.1 Chemical Degradation; 4.2.1.2 Enzymatic Degradation; 4.2.1.3 Photocatalytic Degradation; 4.2.1.4 Biological Warfare Agent Degradation; 4.3 Smart Protective Textiles; 4.3.1 Sensing and Control; 4.3.2 Energy Harvesting/Storage and Communication; 4.3.3 Self-Cleaning; 4.3.4 Mechanical Strength; 4.4 Conclusion.
• Publisher Details: Cham : Springer
• Publication Date: 2018
• Extent: 1 online resource
• Subjects: 677.4; Electrospinning; Filters and filtration; TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING -- Technical & Manufacturing Industries & Trades; TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING -- Textiles & Polymers; Electrospinning; Filters and filtration; Electronic books
• Languages: English
• ISBNs: 9783319781631; 3319781634
• Related ISBNs: 9783319781624; 3319781626
• Notes: Note: Includes bibliographical references and index.; Note: Online resource; title from PDF title page (EBSCO, viewed May 31, 2018).
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