Solution blow spinning (SBS)-assisted synthesis of well-defined carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) nanowhiskers

In this study, synthesis of well-defined carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) nanowhiskers through a low-pressure solution blow spinning is achieved for the first time. A mixture of methanol, water, and CMC was sprayed through a locally available spray gun at 4 bars, and the collected sample was dried for two hours at 80 degrees C. Scanning electron microscopy and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy characterized the samples. The results showed the successful production of many, uniform and well-defined nanowhiskers. The possible series of mechanisms is also discussed. The primary objective of this study is to give insights of a simple and straightforward method that has potential to mass-produce high-quality nanowhiskers in a quick, cheap, and practical manner.