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Morgan Gilbert, Hydroentangled Cellulosic Nonwovens as Potential Reusable and Biodegradable Fabrics

Student Spotlight

Lucille Verster, The Nonwovens Institute

Sep 8, 2023

Lucille Verster Rivera, Degradation Modalities of Synthetics and Bio-Based Fiber Nonwoven

My NWI research project aims to provide standardized methods and breakdown criteria to quantify, visualize and characterize the degradation and photostability of polymer fibers and nonwoven involving fiber fragmentation
Jingwei Wu, The Nonwovens Institute, NC State University

Aug 26, 2023

Jingwei Wu, Adaptable-Intelligent Filter

My NWI research project aims to make thermo- and pH-responsive filters using Poly(N-isopropylacrylamide) (PNIPAM) materials.
Christine Lee, The Nonwovens Institute, NC State University

Aug 17, 2023

Christine Lee, PLA Nonwovens

My research project at NWI is focused on investigating the use of polylactic acid (PLA) in nonwovens, namely to investigate the structure-property-process relationships of spunbond and meltblown nonwovens.

Nishant Bhatta, The Nonwovens Institute, NC State University

Aug 15, 2023

Nishant Bhatta, Flow-less Coalescence Filtration Experiment

In my research project, we proposed a simplification strategy by replacing the pressure-driven flow field with a centrifugal force field to isolate the role of the fiber’s microstructure in promoting or preventing fluid flow.
Büşra Özdemir, The Nonwovens Institute, NC State University

Aug 8, 2023

Büşra Özdemir, Charging Behavior of Nonwovens

One of the key objectives of my research is to identify optimized parameters for filter production. Understanding the factors that affect filter performance will provide valuable insights into enhancing their stability and efficiency.
Pallav Jani, The Nonwovens Institute, NC State University

Aug 3, 2023

Pallav Jani, Interaction Between Slip Additives and Hydrophilic Finishes in Nonwovens

My research looks at the surface modification of spunbond nonwovens, particularly those used in hygiene products such as diapers, incontinence pads, etc. as topsheets.
Morgan Gilbert Headshot, The Nonwovens Institute, NC State University

Aug 3, 2023

Morgan Gilbert, Hydroentangled Cellulosic Nonwovens as Potential Reusable and Biodegradable Fabrics

The purpose of my project is to use high energy hydroentanglement to thoroughly bond webs of cellulosic fibers which will, theoretically, result in a durable nonwoven fabric with a strong enough bond to withstand repeated laundering (25 wash cycles).