Surface-modified polyester fabrics.
The plasma treatment of poly(ethylene terephthalate) fabric offers new opportunities for product designers. The technique enhances surface properties while maintaining the beneficial physical characteristics of the bulk material. This article compares the surface properties of treated and untreated materials and looks at the specific application of treated fabric in the rapidly growing field of tissue engineering.
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SaatiTech, Veniano, Italy. info.saatitech@saati.it
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D002478:Cells, Cultured; D006801:Humans; D008567:Membranes, Artificial; D011091:Polyesters / Q000737:chemistry* / Q000592:standards*; D013057:Spectrum Analysis; D013499:Surface Properties; D013997:Time Factors