Simulation and experimental study of parameters in multiple-nozzle electrospinning: Effects of nozzle arrangement on jet paths and fiber formation

SalehHudin, Hanna S. and Mohamad, Edzrol Niza and Wan Mahadi, Wan Nor Liza and Muhammad Afifi, Amalina (2021) Simulation and experimental study of parameters in multiple-nozzle electrospinning: Effects of nozzle arrangement on jet paths and fiber formation. Journal of Manufacturing Processes, 62. pp. 440-449. ISSN 1526-6125, DOI https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jmapro.2020.12.024.

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Abstract

The electrospinning process is a simple and versatile method for the fabrication of nanofibers. The low production rate of fibers in a conventional single-nozzle setup inhibits the commercialization of the process for large-scale applications. Multiple-nozzle electrospinning is a straightforward approach in the efforts of increasing fiber yield. The installation of multiple nozzles in a single setup alters the electric field in the working space, affecting the process and fiber quality. In this study, the effects of varying the distance between adjacent nozzles are investigated in terms of the jet behavior and fiber distribution, comparing between equally-spaced and unequally-spaced nozzles. The simulation of the electric field shows a more uniform electric field distribution near the nozzle tips for the unequally-spaced nozzles. The unequally-spaced setup also resulted in a more uniform distribution of fiber diameter and deposited fiber mats. Additionally, electrospinnability was also improved by using unequally-spaced nozzles.

Item Type: Article
Funders: Ministry of Education, Malaysia (FP058-2015A)
Uncontrolled Keywords: Electrospinning; Multijet electrospinning; Polymer nanofiber; Nano fabrication; Electric field simulation
Subjects: T Technology > TJ Mechanical engineering and machinery
T Technology > TK Electrical engineering. Electronics Nuclear engineering
Divisions: Faculty of Engineering > Department of Electrical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering > Department of Mechanical Engineering
Depositing User: Ms. Juhaida Abd Rahim
Date Deposited: 13 Apr 2022 04:14
Last Modified: 13 Apr 2022 04:14
URI: http://eprints.um.edu.my/id/eprint/26692

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