Advisory Committee Chair
Vinoy Thomas
Advisory Committee Members
Robin D Foley
Shane A Catledge
Yogesh K Vohra
Kunning G Xu
Document Type
Dissertation
Date of Award
2021
Degree Name by School
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) School of Engineering
Abstract
A great need exists for innovative, functional materials. Specifically, functional materials must meet the necessary mechanical and interfacial properties for successful bio-integration for end goals such as medical implants. A gap in the knowledge existed before this work. This work addressed that gap through an experimental approach that employed low-temperature plasma (LTP) processing of fibrous, polyester constructs to produce functional materials. First, atmospheric-pressure plasma processing of electrospun polyester fibers, in a tubular geometry, was reported. Characterization of that system was conducted. Next, the effects of magnetized plasmas were reported. That report was a novel application of magnetized plasma and showed an increase in processing efficiency with magnetized plasmas. Finally, the unexplored territory of organic, alkanolamine low-temperature plasma was reported as a method for producing a novel functional material. The evidence supports the hypothesis that this material releases nitric oxide into aqueous media upon aging.
Recommended Citation
Tucker, Bernabe Samuel, "Studies On The Influence Of Non-Equilibrium Plasma Irradiation On Polyester Scaffolds: Characterization And Evolution Of New Surface Properties Toward Potential Biomedical Applications" (2021). All ETDs from UAB. 695.
https://digitalcommons.library.uab.edu/etd-collection/695