Abstract
Transparent thin film coatings of sol-gel derived titanium dioxide were produced on cotton fabrics at a low temperature of 150°C. The photocatalytic activity of the formed layers was studied by means of their antibacterial property. SEM images show the formation of continuous layers of titanium dioxide with grains of about 20 nm in diameter. The UV-blocking effect of titania coatings was also studied. XRD patterns revealed the existence of anatase phase in a small scale within the titania layers.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 25-29 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Journal of Sol-Gel Science and Technology |
Volume | 29 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2004 |
Keywords
- Antibacterial
- Photocatalyst
- Sol-gel process
- Textiles
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
- Ceramics and Composites
- General Chemistry
- Biomaterials
- Condensed Matter Physics
- Materials Chemistry