Akademik Veri Yönetim Sistemi
Springer Proceedings in Materials, Springer, ss.38-47, 2026
Hemp fibers are gaining attention as a sustainable reinforcement material for composite applications due to their high strength and rigidity. However, issues including the existence of non-cellulosic components like lignin and hemicellulose, as well as poor adhesion between hydrophilic fibers and hydrophobic matrices, require for efficient surface modification. This study investigates how the surface and mechanical characteristics of woven hemp fabrics are affected by nano-TiO2 (nano titanium dioxide) treatment under UV light. The fibers were exposed to UV-C light for 30, 60, and 90 minutes after being treated with two doses of nano-TiO2 (2.5 and 5 g/L). TiO2 has been effectively integrated onto the fiber surface by FTIR measurement. Particularly with reduced TiO2 concentrations and shorter UV exposure durations, hydrophilicity and moisture management qualities were improved. As a result of nanoparticle infiltration, air permeability dropped, yet tensile strength showed different patterns based on the UV duration and TiO2 concentration. The results demonstrate how hemp fibers can be treated with nano-TiO2 to enhance their functionality and make them appropriate for use in advanced textile and composite applications.