Based on the functional properties of electrospun cellulose nanofibers(CNF),scientists are showing substantial interest to enhance the aesthetic properties.However,the lower color yield has remained a big challenge du...Based on the functional properties of electrospun cellulose nanofibers(CNF),scientists are showing substantial interest to enhance the aesthetic properties.However,the lower color yield has remained a big challenge due to the higher surface area of nanofibers.In this study,we attempted to improve the color yield properties of CNF by the pad-steam dyeing method.Neat CNF was obtained by deacetylation of electrospun cellulose acetate(CA)nanofibers.Three different kinds of reactive dyes were used and pad-steam dyeing parameters were optimized.SEM images revealed smooth morphology with an increase in the average diameter of nanofibers.FTIR results showed no change in the chemical structure after dyeing of CNF.Color fastness results demonstrated excellent ratings for reactive dyes,which indicate good dye fixation properties and no color loss during the washing process.The results confirm that the pad-steam dyeing method can be potentially considered to improve the aesthetic properties of CNF,which can be utilized for functional garments,such as breathable raincoats and disposable face masks.展开更多
基金This work was supported by the Key-Area Research and Development Program of Guangdong Province,China(No.2019B010941001)the Natural Science Foundation of Guangdong Province,China(No.2018A0303100022).
文摘Based on the functional properties of electrospun cellulose nanofibers(CNF),scientists are showing substantial interest to enhance the aesthetic properties.However,the lower color yield has remained a big challenge due to the higher surface area of nanofibers.In this study,we attempted to improve the color yield properties of CNF by the pad-steam dyeing method.Neat CNF was obtained by deacetylation of electrospun cellulose acetate(CA)nanofibers.Three different kinds of reactive dyes were used and pad-steam dyeing parameters were optimized.SEM images revealed smooth morphology with an increase in the average diameter of nanofibers.FTIR results showed no change in the chemical structure after dyeing of CNF.Color fastness results demonstrated excellent ratings for reactive dyes,which indicate good dye fixation properties and no color loss during the washing process.The results confirm that the pad-steam dyeing method can be potentially considered to improve the aesthetic properties of CNF,which can be utilized for functional garments,such as breathable raincoats and disposable face masks.
