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Synthesis of a Superhydrophilic Self-Cleaning Material Based on Nanostructured Aluminum Titanite: Investigation of Surface Chemistry and Surface Energy
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Madaah Hosseini, Hamid Reza (Supervisor)
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This research aims to enhance the wetting behavior of nanostructured aluminum titanate to improve adsorption and photocatalytic performance. In this study, heterogeneous nanostructures based on aluminum titanate were synthesized using the sol-gel method and modified with monohydrate citric acid. The stability of colloidal solutions was investigated by varying reaction conditions such as temperature, time, and modifier quantity. Analysis through FTIR and EDS confirmed the presence of carboxyl groups on the material's surface. XRD analysis indicated the existence of aluminum titanate, titanium oxide, and aluminum oxide phases. FESEM results revealed a significant population of agglomerates due...
The effect of nanocrystalline tungsten oxide concentration on surface properties of dip-coated hydrophilic WO3-SiO2 thin films
, Article Journal of Physics D: Applied Physics ; Volume 40, Issue 7 , 2007 , Pages 2089-2095 ; 00223727 (ISSN) ; Azimirad, R ; Akhavan, O ; Moshfegh, A. Z ; Sharif University of Technology
2007
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WO3-SiO2 compound thin films were deposited on glass substrates using the sol-gel method, and then all the samples were dried at 100 °C and annealed at 400 °C in air. The effect of WO3 concentration on the hydrophilicity of WO3-SiO2 compound films was studied for the first time and it was shown that the films containing 85 mol% of the concentration possessed a superhydrophilic surface without UV or visible irradiation. Optical properties of the films such as transmittance, reflectance and bandgap energy were investigated using a UV-visible spectrophotometer. According to atomic force microscopy, the surface ratio was maximized in 85 mol% concentration of WO3 similar to hydrophilicity....
Numerical Simulation of Self-propelled Droplet over a Surface with Surface Tension Gradient
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Javadi, Khodayar (Supervisor)
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Ice accretion may cause malfunction or serious performance degradation in outdoor facilities and structures, such as aircraft, ship, locks and dams, offshore platforms, solar panels, wind turbines, power transmission towers and lines, and sports facilities, leading to huge economic loss or even loss of human lives. Icephobic materials, typically applied in the form of coatings, have received growing attention in the last decade. This work focuses on surfaces with a surface tension gradient which has icephobic properties. various surface tension gradients such as linear, exponential, cycloid and parabola have been imposed on a surface in order to achieve the shortest time for a droplet to...
Use of Engineered Surfaces to Increase Dropwise Condensation
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Moosavi, Ali (Supervisor)
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The limitation of energy resources and the increasing energy consumption has led researchers to look more closely at industrial processes such as condensation to improve these processes and prevent energy wastage. Increasing the efficiency of the condensation process will improve the performance of energy systems, save energy and protect the environment. In this research, various surfaces are fabricated, each of which in some way makes it possible to improve the condensation process. To perform the condensation test, the condensation surface, which is placed in the condensation test chamber, is cooled with a heat exchanger. Due to the high temperature of water vapor, many of the surfaces...
Plasma based surface modication of poly (dimethylsiloxane) electrospun membrane proper for organ-on-a-chip applications
, Article Scientia Iranica ; Volume 26, Issue 2 , 2019 , Pages 808-814 ; 10263098 (ISSN) ; Saidi, M. S ; Moghadas, H ; Firoozabadi, B ; Sharif University of Technology
Sharif University of Technology
2019
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Electrospun porous membrane; Superhydrophilic surfaces; Superhydrophobic surfaces; Cell culture; Organ on a chip; Flexible membrane; Strong membrane; Surface modications
Plasma based surface modication of poly (dimethylsiloxane) electrospun membrane proper for organ-on-a-chip applications
, Article Scientia Iranica ; Volume 26, Issue 2 , 2019 , Pages 808-814 ; 10263098 (ISSN) ; Saidi, M. S ; Moghadas, H ; Firoozabadi, B ; Sharif University of Technology
Sharif University of Technology
2019
Abstract
onstructing of the scaffolds for cell culture applications has long been of interest for engineering researchers and biologist. In this study, a novel process is utilized for construction of suitable membrane with a high mechanical strength and appropriate surface behavior. Poly (dimethylsiloxane) (PDMS) is electrospun into fine fibers using poly (methyl methacrylate) (PMMA) as the carrier polymer in different weight ratios. Since the surface behavior of all PDMS substrates is moderately hydrophobic (120 < contact angle (CA) < 150), the electrospun membranes with higher PDMS ratios show slightly higher hydrophilicity. Direct plasma treatment is utilized to change the interfacial wettability...
Developing a new superhydrophilic and superoleophobic poly(4-(1-vinyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium-3-yl) butane-1-sulfonate): vinyl imidazole@Perfluorooctanoic acid@SiO2 coated stainless steel mesh for highly efficient, stable, and durable oil/water separation
, Article Journal of Coatings Technology and Research ; 2020 ; Siavash Moakhar, R ; Amirpoor, S ; Azad, M ; Dolati, A ; Sharif University of Technology
Springer
2020
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The design and development of efficient approaches for water–oil separation have had widespread interest. Most previously introduced techniques and materials used for development of the successful separation of oily wastewater could not answer all the desired demands, such as being efficient and environmentally and economically friendly. Therefore, in seeking a novel method capable of answering these expectations, surfaces with special wettability were introduced. A novel, reusable, and recyclable superhydrophilic and superoleophobic poly(Vsim-Vim)@PFOA@SiO2 nanocomposite-coated stainless steel mesh was synthesized through a facile preparation process. Since the most important factors of...
Developing a new superhydrophilic and superoleophobic poly(4-(1-vinyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium-3-yl) butane-1-sulfonate): vinyl imidazole@Perfluorooctanoic acid@SiO2 coated stainless steel mesh for highly efficient, stable, and durable oil/water separation
, Article Journal of Coatings Technology and Research ; Volume 18, Issue 2 , 2021 , Pages 511-521 ; 15470091 (ISSN) ; Siavash Moakhar, R ; Amirpoor, S ; Azad, M ; Dolati, A ; Sharif University of Technology
Springer
2021
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The design and development of efficient approaches for water–oil separation have had widespread interest. Most previously introduced techniques and materials used for development of the successful separation of oily wastewater could not answer all the desired demands, such as being efficient and environmentally and economically friendly. Therefore, in seeking a novel method capable of answering these expectations, surfaces with special wettability were introduced. A novel, reusable, and recyclable superhydrophilic and superoleophobic poly(Vsim-Vim)@PFOA@SiO2 nanocomposite-coated stainless steel mesh was synthesized through a facile preparation process. Since the most important factors of...