Validation, Optimization, and Experimentation of Electro-Centrifugal Spinning

Author

Carlos Alberto Delgado, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Date of Award

8-1-2024

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Science (MS)

Department

Mechanical Engineering

First Advisor

Arturo Fuentes

Second Advisor

Horacio Vasquez

Third Advisor

Karen Lozano

Abstract

The aim of this study is to understand the behavior of polymeric solutions, when exposed to both electric fields and centrifugal forces through the electro-centrifugal fiber creation method, observing both effects of various parameter variations on the resulting nanofibers. The elemental deposition on electrospun fibers through in-situ processes is studied and optimized. The morphology, crystallinity, thermal properties, and elemental composition of the nanofibers were characterized. The purpose of these nanofibers is for future applications such as energy harvesting, filtration, and biomedical applications.

Comments

Copyright 2024 Carlos A. Delgado. https://proquest.com/docview/3115595148

Recommended Citation

Delgado, Carlos Alberto, "Validation, Optimization, and Experimentation of Electro-Centrifugal Spinning" (2024). Theses and Dissertations. 1594.
https://scholarworks.utrgv.edu/etd/1594