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http://dx.doi.org/10.6111/JKCGCT.2017.27.4.191

Structural analysis and design proposal of fine dust mask with nanofiber filter fabricated using electrospinning  

Han, Sang Yun (Department of Industrial Design, Hanseo University)
Abstract
The microstructures of nonwoven fabric with and without nanofibers used as a filter for air purification type mask were investigated using scanning electron microscope. Moreover, we proposed a new mask design which is effective in the improvement of the fine dust blocking property. When comparing to nonwoven fabrics of which an average diameter was $25{\mu}m$, the nanofibers formed by the electrospinning process had a tight mesh structure arranged irregularly with a relatively large specific surface area, which could be associated with their much smaller diameter ranging from 25 to 120 nm. Such a prominent structural feature at nanofibers led to mechanical adsorption of fine particles, resulting in enhancement of filtering behavior maintaining high permeability. In addition to the excellent performance of the mask filter, wearing the mask properly is expected to maximize the blocking property of fine dust. To meet such a requirement, a new mask design that can be closely attached to the face in order to effectively block fine dust entering the gap between the face and the mask.
Keywords
Microstructure; Mask; Nonwoven fabric; Nanofiber; Electrospinning; Fine dust;
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