New Advances In Plasma Processes For Polymers
A special issue of Polymers (ISSN 2073-4360). This special issue belongs to the section "Polymer Processing and Engineering".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 1 January 2025 | Viewed by 105
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Interests: polymer chemistry; polymers for energy applications
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Dear Colleagues,
The world of polymer modification is abuzz with the dynamic advancements in plasma processing. This technology utilizes plasma, a special gas brimming with charged particles, to precisely alter the surface of polymers. Unlike traditional methods, plasma treatments leave the bulk material untouched, focusing solely on enhancing its physical, chemical, and mechanical properties. This technology allows for the efficient treatment of large and intricate polymer structures, significantly improving their adhesion, wettability, and biocompatibility. With precise control over plasma parameters, researchers can craft features on the nanoscale, perfect for applications in electronics, biomedical devices, and sensors. Plasma polymerization has also witnessed remarkable progress. This technique essentially builds thin polymeric films from plasma, resulting in coatings with unique properties like superior chemical resistance, electrical conductivity, and even antimicrobial activity. These coatings find applications across diverse industries, from healthcare and electronics to packaging. Overall, advancements in plasma processing for polymers are propelling the development of next-generation materials. These materials boast enhanced performance and novel functionalities, highlighting plasma's crucial role in driving innovation across various high-impact industries.
Dr. Thirukumaran Periyasamy
Dr. Shakila Parveen Asrafali
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- plasma processing
- plasma polymerization
- polymeric films or membranes from plasma processing
- advances in plasma processing
- applications of plasma polymerization and polymer property enhancement using plasma processing
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