The project, coordinated by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Alper Gürarslan, aimed at developing environmentally friendly and innovative textile products, has been successfully completed.
The project, coordinated by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Alper Gürarslan, aimed at developing environmentally friendly and innovative textile products, has been successfully completed.
As demonstrated in the image above, poplar fibers were transformed into nonwoven fabrics suitable for industrial applications for the first time. These fabrics showcased exceptional thermal insulation properties, proving their suitability for use in winter boots. Additionally, conductive nonwoven surfaces coated with silver nanowires were effectively tested as wearable ECG sensors and heated fabrics.
Furthermore, lightweight nonwoven materials produced entirely from 100% poplar fibers demonstrated promising potential in the medical textile field due to their antibacterial and hydrophobic properties.
This project marks a significant innovation for the textile industry, introducing poplar fibers as a sustainable and eco-friendly raw material, paving the way for versatile applications across different sectors.
We congratulate Assoc. Prof. Dr. Alper Gürarslan and his team and wish them continued success.
