Modified Cellulose Nanofibers for Making Superhydrophobic Surfaces and Coatings

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Track Code	2019-WEI-68675
Categories	Chemistry and Chemical Analysis Green Technology
Keywords	Analytical Chemistry Biofouling Cellulose Chemistry and Chemical Analysis Coatings Green Technology Nanofibers Nanomaterials Nanoscale Surface Chemistry Waterproof
Public Abstract	Researchers at Purdue University have created an efficient way to prepare abrasion resistant, self-healing Cellulose Nanofibers (CNF). The process of manufacturing these microscale cellulose nanofibers (mCNF) does not involve use of harmful chemicals, and is scalable. These mCNF can improve cleaning cost for a variety of applications from manufacturing and agriculture to sports gear and even medical devices. Surfaces and coatings using mCNF are easier to clean and are able to retain desired properties after repeated use. Advantages: -Easy cleaning -Green technology -Mechanically strong -Regenerative surface layer -Abrasion resistant Potential Applications: -Surface cleaning and drying -Water repellent surfaces
People	Wei, Alexander (Project leader) Chang, Tae Hoo Mavlan, Miran
Intellectual Property	Application Date May 15, 2020 Type PCT-Gov. Funding Country of Filing WO Patent Number (None) Issue Date (None) Application Date May 16, 2019 Type Provisional-Patent Country of Filing United States Patent Number (None) Issue Date (None) Application Date (None) Type NATL-Patent Country of Filing United States Patent Number (None) Issue Date (None)
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