Investigation On The Durability, Growth Mechanism And Bonding Interactions Of Super- Hydrophobic Surfaces Made From Waste Materials
Prof. Ir Dr. Srimala Sreekantan
School of Materials & Mineral Resources Engineering
Email : srimala@usm.my
Phone No. : +6(04) 599 (Ext) 5255
Objectives
- To investigate the effect of surface functionalizing agents (DMDEOS and SA) concentration, drying time, temperature on the surface free energy and roughness of the micro- structure.
- To investigate the bonding interactions between DMDEOS, SA and paper waste ash which affect the strength and durability.
- To examine the fundamental growth mechanism involved in the formation of super-hydrophobic surface using POFA waste, SA and DMDEOS.
Impact To Goverment / Industry / Academic / Society
Excellent Durability in various environment
Invasive fungal infections has caused adverse health effect & business loss
Invasive fungal infections has caused adverse health effect & business loss
Coating from POFA waste has WCA of 171o to protect you from fungus