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Chwatal, S; Pölzl, S; Kittinger, C; Lackner, JM; Coclite, AM; Waldhauser, W.
Single- and Multilayer Build-Up of an Antibacterial Temperature- and UV-Curing Sol-Gel System with Atmospheric Pressure Plasma
GELS-BASEL. 2023; 9(9): 675 Doi: 10.3390/gels9090675 [OPEN ACCESS]
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Co-authors Med Uni Graz: Kittinger Clemens; Pölzl Sabine
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Abstract:: The versatility of sol-gel systems makes them ideal for functional coatings in industry. However, existing coatings are either too thin or take too long to cure. To address these issues, this paper proposes using an atmospheric pressure plasma source to fully cure and functionalize thicker sol-gel coatings in a single step. The study explores coating various substrates with sol-gel layers to make them scratch-resistant, antibacterial, and antiadhesive. Microparticles like copper, zinc, or copper flakes are added to achieve antibacterial effects. The sol-gel system can be sprayed on and quickly functionalized on the substrate. The study focuses on introducing and anchoring particles in the sol-gel layer to achieve an excellent antibacterial effect by changing the penetration depth. Overall, this method offers a more efficient and effective approach to sol-gel coatings for industrial applications. In order to achieve a layer thickness of more than 100 & mu;m, the second part of the study proposes a multilayer system comprising 15 to 30 & mu;m thick monolayers that can be modified by introducing fillers (such as TiO2) or scratch-resistant chemicals like titanium isopropoxide. This system also allows for individual plasma functionalization of each sol-gel layer. For instance, the top layer can be introduced with antibacterial particles, while another layer can be enhanced with fillers to increase wear resistance. The study reveals the varying antibacterial effects of spherical particles versus flat flakes and the different scratch hardnesses induced by changes in pH, number of layers, and particle introduction.
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