| EPSRC Reference: |
GR/R23961/01 |
| Title: |
Addressing the need for long, biodegradable glass fibres. |
| Principal Investigator: |
Rudd, Professor CD |
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| Department: |
Sch of Mech Materials Manuf Eng Mgt |
| Organisation: |
University of Nottingham |
| Scheme: |
ROPA |
| Starts: |
01 September 2001 |
Ends: |
31 August 2003 |
Value (£): |
115,267
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| EPSRC Research Topic Classifications: |
| Materials Characterisation |
Materials Synthesis & Growth |
| Waste Management |
Waste Minimisation |
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We propose to examine the feasibility of developing continuous, biodegradable glass fibres based on phosphate and phosphate-silica glasses with predictable solubility characteristics. A range of bulk glasses will be assessed and their solubilities tested in de-ionised water. A rig will be developed for drawing continuous fibres from a melt tank. The physical properties of the resulting fibres will be assessed for a range of process conditions and test specimens will be fabricated by combining these with a biodegradable poly-( caprolactone matrix. The work is generic, although we foresee applications for medical devices, packaging and other temporary structures.
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http://www.nottingham.ac.uk |