Enhancing the functional properties of polyester and polyester/cotton fabric via treatment with impregnated metal oxide nanoparticles in the polymer network

Saad, Menna Allah Osama; Hassan, Sherif; Ashraf, Yomna; Basuony, Yasmeen; Mostafa, Safaa Taha

doi:10.21608/ejchem.2024.296242.9831

Enhancing the functional properties of polyester and polyester/cotton fabric via treatment with impregnated metal oxide nanoparticles in the polymer network

Document Type : Original Article

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¹ printing ,dyeing and finishing textile department, higher institute of applied arts.The Fifth Settlement

² faculty of applied art Helwan university

³ the higher institute of applied arts-5 settlement

⁴ the higher institute of applied arts

⁵ Textile Printing ,Dyeing publication Finishing Departement ,Applied arts faculty,Helwan Univeristy

10.21608/ejchem.2024.296242.9831

Abstract

The research concentrates on improving the characteristics of polyester and blended textiles through the application of chitosan and PVA-containing metal oxide nanoparticles, particularly for sublimation printing. The goal of the study is to enhance the efficiency and longevity of sublimation printing, a commonly used method for transferring designs to textiles. The study aims to improve dye fixation, color fastness, UV protection, and antimicrobial properties of printed fabrics by adding biopolymers such as chitosan and PVA, as well as TiO2 nanoparticles. The results show that it is possible to make these improvements to the fabric without reducing its strength, which makes it a favorable method for creating long-lasting, high-quality textile prints.

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