The majority of common engineering polymers have inherently low surface energy and therefore exhibit poor adhesion characteristics. Plasma treatment offers a reliable and environmentally friendly method of both cleaning and activating the polymer surface, increasing the surface energy and wettability, resulting in greatly improved adhesion characteristics.
Knowledge Articles
The potential of photoactive materials to manipulate surface topography.
Researchers from the Department of Chemistry and Materials Science at Aalto University School of Chemical Engineering explored how photoactive materials can manipulate surface topographies, creating opportunities for various applications such as designing stretchable electronic and advanced optical devices.
Materials Library - Polystyrene
The majority of common engineering polymers have inherently low surface energy and therefore exhibit poor adhesion characteristics. Plasma treatment offers a reliable and environmentally friendly method of both cleaning and activating the polymer surface, increasing the surface energy and wettability, resulting in greatly improved adhesion characteristics.
Omniphobic Surfaces with Carbon Nanomaterials and Plasma Technology
The Physiochemistry of Carbon Materials Research Group at Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń, have been publishing and completing work to produce new durable, transparent hydrophobic, superhydrophobic and omniphobic surfaces with the aid of modern carbon nanomaterials and a thermal feathering technique developed in a previous study.
Materials Library - High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS)
The majority of common engineering polymers have inherently low surface energy and therefore exhibit poor adhesion characteristics. Plasma treatment offers a reliable and environmentally friendly method of both cleaning and activating the polymer surface, increasing the surface energy and wettability, resulting in greatly improved adhesion characteristics.
Materials Library - Cyclic Olefin Copolymer (COC)
The majority of common engineering polymers have inherently low surface energy and therefore exhibit poor adhesion characteristics. Plasma treatment offers a reliable and environmentally friendly method of both cleaning and activating the polymer surface, increasing the surface energy and wettability, resulting in greatly improved adhesion characteristics.
Plasma Activated Water [PAW] Application Note
In our most recent application note we investigate the potential of Plasma Activated Water (PAW), where atmospheric plasmas interact with water to create a unique blend of reactive species. This biochemically active water has applications in many industries including agriculture and food . Our experiments, using the Henniker 'Cirrus' atmospheric plasma system, reveal insights into pH, conductivity, and nitrate changes during plasma-water interaction. Collaborating with Hiden Analytical, we employ membrane inlet mass spectrometry to investigate dissolved species. In our accompanying timelapse video, we show how PAW can improve the health and growth of cut roses.
Plasma Application Posters
Here, you'll find a collection of informational posters that delve into the unique properties, applications, and importance of plasma in various scientific and technological fields. Feel free to browse through our posters to discover the incredible and versatile properties of plasma.
Let’s Talk About… Plasma Treatment to Improve Osseointegration of Dental Implants
One of the challenges in dental implantology is to achieve a stable and long-lasting connection between the implant and the surrounding bone tissue. This connection, known as osseointegration, depends on various factors such as the implant material, design, surface properties, and surgical technique.
Utilising the HPT-200 Plasma Cleaner for Fabricating Silicone Oil-Grafted Low-Hysteresis Water-Repellent Surfaces
In this recent publication, researchers from the University of Edinburgh describe Silicone Oil-Grafted Low-Hysteresis Water-Repellent Surfaces and discuss the durability of these surfaces in applications ranging from anti-icing and self-cleaning surfaces, to enhanced heat transfer and biomedical devices.
