Superhydrophobic Nanocomposite Polysulfone Fibrous Membranes Incorporated with Phenyltriethoxysilane-Modified Silica for Oil-Water Separation.

ABSTRACT: Oily wastewater originating from industrial activities and domestic effluents has been one of the major sources of pollution, leading to contamination of clean water supplies and jeopardizing aquatic ecosystems. Water pollution accompanied by water scarcity manifests the compelling need for advanced next-generation membrane-based treatment strategies. In this study, high flux, robust, durable, and superhydrophobic nanocomposite fibrous membranes including silica nanoparticles were produced via electro-blow spinning (EBS) of polysulfone (PSU). To enhance water repellency, the surface of nanoparticles was functionalized with phenyltriethoxysilane (PTES). The amount of disperse phase was optimized by the addition of PTES-modified silica (SPTES) nanoparticles into the polymer spinning solution

SUBMITTER: Palamutcu SG 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12903161 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature