Materials Science, Textiles

Article Chemistry, Applied

Naphthylamine-based ratiometric fluorescence probe with a large Stokes shift for monitoring mitochondrial peroxynitrite

Bingpeng Guo, Honghan Sa, Peng Zhang, Guiwen Hao, Mengyu Li, Qingqing Jiang, Baoying Li, Wei Shu, Changxiang Shao

Summary: The design of ratiometric fluorescence probes with large Stokes shift is of great significance in detecting and imaging target substances in complex organisms. In this study, a novel fluorophore with a large Stokes shift was easily obtained, and a fluorescence probe based on it demonstrated rapid response, high selectivity, and sensitivity towards peroxynitrite. The probe also showed excellent biocompatibility and remarkable mitochondrial targeting ability, making it suitable for proportional imaging of peroxynitrite in living cells and zebrafish.

DYES AND PIGMENTS (2024)

Review Chemistry, Applied

Recent advances in responsive photonic crystals and their applications in anti-counterfeiting solutions for the textile industry

Haidong Huang, Xiaohui Wang, Xinyang Li, Yichen Li, Guojin Liu, Lan Zhou, Jianzhong Shao

Summary: This article introduces the application of responsive photonic crystals in anti-counterfeiting technology, with a focus on the preparation principle, classification, and preparation methods.

DYES AND PIGMENTS (2024)

Review Chemistry, Applied

Donor-acceptor type π-conjugated 1,3,5-triazine dyes synthesis and its application in cell imaging and liquid food safety detection

Yizhe Yan, Xiaopei Zhu, Jia-Xin Cao, Yuan He, Shaoqing Li, Jian-Yong Wang

Summary: In this paper, 1,3,5-triazine dyes were successfully synthesized and their photophysical properties were studied. Two probes were selected for further investigation, showing promising applications in various fields.

DYES AND PIGMENTS (2024)

Article Chemistry, Applied

One-step synthesis of AIE-active fluorescent cyclomatrix polyphosphazene spheres as drug delivery carriers

Xin Hu, Tongsheng Huang, Lihua Chen, Weifeng Zhu, Fengjie Deng, Xiancai Li, Jianwen Tian, Meiying Liu, Xiaoyong Zhang, Yen Wei

Summary: This study presents the synthesis of fluorescent cyclomatrix polyphosphazene spheres with aggregation-induced emission (AIE) feature and biodegradable potential for controlled drug delivery. The resulting micelles exhibit high water dispersibility, desirable fluorescence performance, and high drug loading capacity. They can effectively release the encapsulated drug in physiological solution and show excellent biological imaging ability and cytotoxicity against cancer cells.

DYES AND PIGMENTS (2024)

Article Chemistry, Applied

Eu(III)-based polymeric nanoparticles as dual-emission turn-off sensor for anthrax biomarker detection

Yanzhu Liu, Yanghui Lei, Dongyan Li, Guangkui Li, Dongping Li, Yongxiu Li

Summary: In this study, luminescent lanthanide nanoparticles were synthesized as a dual emission turn-off probe for detecting 2,6-pyridinedicarboxylic acid (DPA) in water. The nanoparticles showed good dispersion and water stability, and achieved low detection limits for DPA. They also exhibited high recoveries in various samples.

DYES AND PIGMENTS (2024)

Article Chemistry, Applied

Iridescent structural colors printing on cellulose fabrics with robust structural coloration

Luyao Wei, Shenglong Shang, Yu Zheng, Jie Liu, Ping Zhu

Summary: This study developed a facile method to create high saturation and durable structural colors on cotton fabrics. The colors are regulated by adjusting the size of magnetic particles and can be conveniently printed on fabrics using photo masks on transparent films.

DYES AND PIGMENTS (2024)

Article Chemistry, Applied

Tetrathiophene-based fully non-fused ring electron acceptors via asymmetric side chain engineering

Qian Yang, Renshuang Wu, Lisi Yang, Wenjing Liu, Xianglin Meng, Wenjun Zhang, Shuaishuai Shen, Miao Li, Yuanyuan Zhou, Jinsheng Song

Summary: Side-chain engineering is an effective strategy for optimizing non-fullerene acceptors. In this study, three fully non-fused electron acceptors were synthesized using different side chain combinations. The results demonstrate the importance of asymmetric side-chain engineering in improving efficiency.

DYES AND PIGMENTS (2024)

Article Chemistry, Applied

Oxidation-induced and dimer-structured clusteroluminescence for simple emissive amine molecules: Mechanism of non-traditional intrinsic luminescence

Lei Cao, Jie Ren, Weilong Du, Caihong Cheng, Yan Zhao, Shanshan Gao, Wenlong Hou, Fei Peng, Miaomiao Hu, Xiangkui Ren, Dongjun Wang

Summary: This paper investigates the structure and mechanism of nitrogen-containing NTIL molecules using the example of triethylamine (TEA). It is found that oxygen molecules induce weak hydrogen bonding and n-pi electron conjugation between TEA molecules, resulting in the formation of NMIDLINE HORIZONTAL ELLIPSISO clusteroluminogens. This structure explains why nitrogen-containing NTIL substances exhibit bright fluorescence when exposed to oxygen molecules and has implications for understanding tissue biofluorescence from oxidative folding of proteins.

DYES AND PIGMENTS (2024)

Article Chemistry, Applied

Sliding wear characterization of epoxy composites filled with wood apple dust using Taguchi analysis and finite element method

Abhilash Purohit, Priyabrat Pradhan, Gaurav Gupta, Hemalata Jena, Jayshree Singh

Summary: This study successfully utilizes a natural fiber-based waste, wood apple dust (WAD), as a potential filler material in epoxy matrix. The physical and mechanical properties of epoxy-WAD composites are analyzed. The effects of filler contents on the wear behavior are studied using design of experiment. The wear rate of WAD/epoxy composites is predicted using finite element method. Epoxy/WAD composites can be used for lightweight building materials and automobile components.

JOURNAL OF VINYL & ADDITIVE TECHNOLOGY (2023)

Article Materials Science, Textiles

Textile-based wearable device for detection of date rape drugs in drinks

Goran M. Stojanovic, Lazar Milic, Ali A. Endro, Mitar Simic, Ines Nikolic, Miroslav Savic, Snezana Savic

Summary: This article presents a sensing element for detecting date rape drugs in drinks. The element uses a three-dimensional printed holder with embroidered electrodes to form a capacitive structure. Experimental tests demonstrated the selectivity, repeatability, and sensitivity of the sensor, which can successfully detect drugs in drinks and protect against such assaults in the real world.

TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL (2023)

Article Materials Science, Paper & Wood

Lignin-derived carbon-based solid acid catalyst for the conversion of Pueraria cellulose to lactic acid

Hui Kang, Jie Guo, Xiang-tong Gai, Jian He, Xian-wu Zhou, Ke Song

Summary: In this study, lactic acid was prepared from waste biomass Pueraria cellulose through chemically catalyzed conversion. A lignin-based carbon solid acid catalyst was obtained by modifying the carbonaceous support with Al and Zn chlorides. The optimal catalyst was identified, and the reaction conditions were optimized to achieve high conversion rate and yield of lactic acid. This research provides a new pathway for the preparation of chemicals from cellulose.

CELLULOSE (2023)

Article Materials Science, Paper & Wood

Preparation and properties of the flame-retardant viscose fibers based on the intumescent dithiocarboxyphosphate microcapsules

Junzhi Ma, Fengfeng Feng, Yan Song, Yu Wu, Shaohai Fu, Dong Wang, Minghai Qu

Summary: Bisneopentyl glycol dithiocarboxyphosphate (DDPS) was modified by coating sulfonated melamine formaldehyde resins onto its surface, resulting in the formation of intumescent microcapsule DDPS (MDDPS). MDDPS was then incorporated into viscose fiber spinning solution to prepare flame retardant MDDPS/viscose fiber. The MDDPS/viscose fiber exhibited improved flame retardant efficiency and maintained mechanical properties.

CELLULOSE (2023)

Article Materials Science, Paper & Wood

Efficient decolorization of reactive dyed cotton fabric with a two-step NaOH/Na2S2O4 process

Wei Wang, Zhixi Xu, Jiahui Xu, Huaifang Wang, Xiaoqing Guo, Zhaoqing Gong, Chuanjie Zhang

Summary: A two-step NaOH/Na2S2O4 method was proposed to improve the decolorization efficiency of reactive-dyed cotton fabric. The decolorization mechanism of NaOH and Na2S2O4 was investigated, and it was found that Na2S2O4 decolorized the fabric more quickly than NaOH. The two-step method reduced the ineffective decomposition of Na2S2O4, resulting in a 16% higher CIE L value and retention of about 90% of the fabric's breaking strength.

CELLULOSE (2023)

Article Materials Science, Paper & Wood

The bidirectional regulation mechanism of NMMO concentration change on cellulose dissolution and regeneration

Zikang Deng, Guohui Zhou, Timing Fang, Kuanjun Fang, Xiaomin Liu

Summary: The dissolution and regeneration process of cellulose in NMMO aqueous solution was studied using molecular dynamics simulation. The concentration of NMMO aqueous solution has a significant impact on the structure of cellulose.

CELLULOSE (2023)

Article Materials Science, Textiles

Using the Embedded Element Finite-Element Method to Simulate Impact of Dyneema® Plates

Valerie A. Martin, Thomas W. Hannah, Steve Ellis, Reuben H. Kraft

Summary: The embedded finite-element technique provides a unique approach for modeling fiber-reinforced composites, allowing for the assignment of specific material properties for each component and investigating the material's failure. However, implementing this method in the finite-element approach presents unique challenges.

FIBERS AND POLYMERS (2023)

Article Materials Science, Textiles

Study of sliver irregularity caused by fiber acceleration motion during the drafting process

Yanhui Liu, Guoqing Zhu, Jun Zhong, Guangting Han, Mingjie Xing, Na Sun

Summary: This study developed a drafting simulation based on an improved model to analyze the irregularity in sliver caused by fiber acceleration motion during the drafting process. The simulations and calculations indicated that adjusting the gauge length and input sliver linear density could improve the evenness of the slivers.

TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL (2023)

Article Materials Science, Textiles

Preparation and Characterization of PU/PDA/PPy Flexible Composite Film for Electric Heating

Peijun Huang, Yan Liu, Zhuoming Chen, Yuansheng Zheng, Khammatova Venera Vasilovna, Gainutdinov Ruslan Faritovich, Binjie Xin

Summary: Polypyrrole (PPy) is a conductive polymer with high electrical conductivity, thermal and environmental stability, and various other advantages. By immobilizing PPy on a polyurethane (PU) film using dopamine (PDA) as a platform, a smart wearable element with good electrical conductivity and flexibility is obtained. It has fast electrothermal response, light weight, and uniform heat distribution, making it superior to other electrical heating materials.

FIBERS AND POLYMERS (2023)

Article Materials Science, Textiles

Experimental Investigations of Mechanical and Dynamic Mechanical Analysis of Bio-synthesized CuO/Ramie Fiber-Based Hybrid Biocomposite

G. Velmurugan, S. Suresh Kumar, Jasgurpreet Singh Chohan, A. John Presin Kumar, T. Manikandan, D. Elil Raja, K. Saranya, M. Nagaraj, Praveen Barmavatu

Summary: The utilization of biosynthesis in the production of copper oxide nanoparticles from 'Urtica Dioica' leaves has been studied, and bio-epoxy and hybrid bio-epoxy/Ramie fiber-based laminates with the incorporation of copper oxide nanoparticles have been developed. The results show that the addition of nanoparticles significantly improves the mechanical and temperature-dependent properties of the materials.

FIBERS AND POLYMERS (2023)

Article Chemistry, Applied

Polyvinyl alcohol-based fiber membranes with high strength and ultraviolet shielding properties for enhancing the shelf life of grapes

Keying Gao, Xinmei Li, Xiaohui Wang, Rui Yang

Summary: This study focused on the development of biodegradable alternatives to nonbiodegradable food packaging materials. Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) was used as the substrate and blended with zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnONPs) and titanium dioxide nanoparticles (TiO2NPs) to prepare fiber membranes with high strength and UV blocking properties for grapes preservation. The addition of ZnONPs and TiO2NPs significantly increased the tensile strength of the PVA fiber membranes. The PVA/ZnO composite membranes exhibited superior UV absorption compared to the PVA/TiO2 composite membranes. TG tests showed that ZnONPs decreased the thermal stability of the fiber membranes, while TiO2NPs improved the thermal stability. Both composite membranes effectively extended the shelf life of grapes, with the PVA/ZnO composite membranes being more effective at maintaining freshness. The prepared composite membranes were biodegradable, contributing to the mitigation of environmental pollution caused by nondegradable plastics.

JOURNAL OF VINYL & ADDITIVE TECHNOLOGY (2023)

Article Materials Science, Textiles

The Impact of the Alkali-Bleaching Treatment on the Isolation of Natural Cellulosic Fibers from Juncus Effesus L Plant

Mona Benali, Abdallah Oulmekki, Jamil Toyir

Summary: This study focuses on the isolation and characterization of cellulose fibers from Juncus Effusus L stems, and found that using sodium perborate tetrahydrate as a bleaching agent provides a relatively high cellulose content, making it suitable for the production of bioenergy and biofuels.

FIBERS AND POLYMERS (2023)