Optimization of anodization and annealing condition enhances TiO < inf> 2 nanotubular surface hydrophilicity

Document Type

Conference Proceeding

Publication Date

1-24-2014

Department

Department of Mechanical Engineering-Engineering Mechanics

Abstract

In this study anodization and annealing condition are optimized to fabricate nanotubular surface which is able to maintain its hydrophilicity over time - anti-aging surface. Our results indicate that anodization voltage and annealing temperature affect surface ability to maintain its hydrophilicity. Water contact angle measurements show hydrophilicty is sharply decreased after annealing regardless of annealing and anodization conditions. Non-anodized and 20 V anodized samples lose their hydrophilicity after 11 days of aging in air, while 60 V anodized samples are able to maintain their hydrophilicity after this period.

Publication Title

TMS Annual Meeting

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