A Simple Surface Functionalization Method for Multifunctional Textiles with Flame and Vector Protection
Abstract
The proposed research effort directly addresses the immediate need for developing safer multifunctional textiles through a simple and versatile combination of surface chemical functionalization, plasma deposition processes involving more sustainable materials. Nylon/cotton (Nyco) is one of the widely used fabric for soldiers Army combat uniforms ACU). Nyco combines excellent mechanical properties, abrasion resistance and comfortable to wear. However, Nyco is not flame resistant and does not provide adequate vector protection. There are very few reliable cost-effective solutions that impart durable flame retardancy and vector protection to Nyco. Current flame retardant (FR) protective materials (e.g. FRACU) are expensive have deleterious environmental impacts and in many cases, are not produced in the US. Although permethrin is used for vector protection, lack of durability of the coating and safety is still of concern. In this work, cost-effective and environmentally benign waste byproducts such as phytic acid are utilized to introduce durable flame retardancy. In addition, plasma-assisted deposition of insect repellents such as permethrin to make a multifunctional Nyco fabric is demonstrated.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 25, 2020
- Accession Number
- AD1154596
Entities
People
- Ramaswamy Nagarajan
- Ravi Mosurkal
Organizations
- United States Army Soldier Systems Center
- University of Massachusetts Lowell