Papers by Keyword: Coating Material

Abstract: This study proposes an innovative coating material and procedure to extend the shelf-life of fresh-cut pineapple classified as “minimally processed foods”. The novelty of this work consists of the using of biodegradable cases for the storage of fruits during the experiments under refrigerated conditions. In addition, the application of the coating process was evaluated over a period of 15 days and a complete characterization of the Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) was performed by gaschromatography coupled to mass spectrometry (GC-MS) to assess the effect of the coating material on the flavor, the appearance and the quality of the fruits. Results demonstrated that the application of carboxymethyl cellulose and ascorbic acid on pretreated fresh-cut pineapple is able to reduce the aging process and prolonge the shelf-life of pineapple without requiring conventional PVC cases for storage.

Abstract: The biodegradable mixing-polymer as low cost, environmentally friendly coating material for controlled-release urea fertilizer was synthesized by borax crosslinked phosphated distarch phosphate (PDSP)/polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) and polyacrylic acid (PAA) via pan coating method. The physico-chemical characteristics of biodegradable mixing-polymer were confirmed by FTIR, TGA and SEM techniques. The kinetics of urea release were also carefully investigated in water and soil. It’s been found that a uniform layer with better bonding structure was created on surface of the mixing-polymer PDSP/PVA-PAA and the time released 70% urea reached 6 hours in water and more than 27 days in soil.

Abstract: The Abundant production of Palm Fatty Acid Distillate (PFAD) can be utilized to make high value product, such as alkyd resins for coating materials. In this research, PFAD was reacted with glycerol and phthalic anhydride at various composition and temperature for 4-5 hours, employing one-step and two-step methods. The alkyd resin product was analyzed its acid value, iodine number, viscosity of 5% solution in xylene, and curing possibility with styrene monomer. The results showed that reaction temperature at 180° - 220°C influenced the acid value, but not significant for iodine number, and had no effect to molecular weight of alkyd resin product. Phthalic anhydride had more effect upon acid number than PFAD. Iodine number of the alkyd resin product was generally low, which indicated that this alkyd resin could not be used as drying oil. All alkyd resins produced either by one and two steps could only harden with 20% alkyd resin - 80% styrene using MEKP initiator. Viscosity of 5% alkyd resin solution in xylene was around 11-14 cp, independent of composition and reaction temperature.

Abstract: The blend film is a favorable coating material for controlled-release fertilizer.The biodegradable PVA-boric acid controlled-release film and PVA-borax controlled-release film were prepared by the solution casting method.The water permeability and water absorbency were systematically investigated. The mechanical properties of these materials were determined with a strength-testing machine.The composite structure was determined by Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy and the scanning electron microscopy (SEM).The good controlled-release properties,lower water permeability and better tensile strength implied that the boron controlled-release film may be a potential coating material for the application in the controlled-release fertilizer.

Abstract: Objective: To identify and testify the cytotoxicity of the EGFR targeting drug TGFa-SAP conjugated and synthesized with N-succinimidyl-3 (2-pyridyldithio) propionate on human hepatoma cell line BEL-7404 cells and proliferating vascular smooth muscle cells. Methods: Conjugation of saporin with TGFa was accomplished after derivatization of TGFa and saporin with N-succinimidyl-3 (2-pyridyldithio) proprionate and the purification of the conjugate was achieved through Eppendorf Centrifugal Filter. Cytotoxicity assays were measured by MTS assays. The value of Thymidine incorporation in BEL-7404 cells was measured by ³H-thymidine uptake. Results: Cytotoxicity assays testified that TGFa-SAP conjugate could remarkably inhibit the proliferation of human hepatoma cell line BEL-7404 cells in vitro. The value of thymidine incorporation of BEL-7404 cells in TGFa-SAP groups significantly decreased compared with the control group (P<0.05), and it had dose-dependence on TGFa-SAP’s concentration. But Saporin could not affect BEL-7404 cells even at higher level (10^-5). TGFa-SAP conjugate had effective cytotoxicity on proliferating vascular smooth muscle cells, also. Conclusion: The results indicated that the conjugated EGFR targeting drug TGFa-SAP had effective cytotoxicity not only on BEL-7404 cells, but also on proliferating vascular smooth muscle cells, as a potential bioactive stent coating material.

Abstract: Dammar plant resin is a local natural resin that can be bled from Dipterocaupacea sp of tree. It can be found abundantly in Malaysia’s tropical forest especially in Sarawak. Dammar and Titanium Dioxide was mixed in a various wt% to produce Dammar-modified Titanium Dioxide coating system. The modified coating systems were then spin-coated onto Aluminium Q-panel as the substrate. Coated Q-panels were left to cure at room temperature. The curing time was evaluated using dust free stage. The addition of Titanium Dioxide into the coating system fastens the curing time taken for the coated Q-panel to be cure. It only took about 11-12 minutes to dry compared to the coating system before the addition of Titanium Dioxide where a quite long duration required, 32 minutes. Contact angle measurement was also carried out in order to determine the wettability of the coating system. The surface coated with dammar-modified titanium dioxide found to be hydrophobic where a quite large contact angle obtained for the sample with 3 wt% of Titanium Dioxide (PDT3). The water droplets actually rest on the coating surface without wetting the surface. Water absorption test was done to strengthen the contact angle results where coated substrate was soaked into distilled water for 24 hours and being weighed before and after soaking. The difference of before and after soaking weigh showed that the coating surface does not absorb that much water where only approximately 0.02% of water being absorbed by the coating system for 3 wt%. It proved that the coating systems applied are hydrophobic.

Abstract: Objective: To investigate the effects of TGFα-SAP on the inhibition of neointimal hyperplasia of rat which suffered from common carotid arterial injury. Methods: Saporin and TGFα were conjugated by using N-succinimidyl-3 (2-pyridyldithio) propionate. seventy rats were divided into two groups at random, the TGFα-SAP treated group was treated with local injection of TGFα-SAP (5μg/kg) after injury, and the control group was treated with saline. PCNA analysis and TUNEL analysis were performed. Results: Compared to the control group, the TGFα-SAP treated group showed a significant inhibition of intimal thickness and exhibited a lower P/A ratio and a higher rate of apoptosis. Conclusion: TGFα-SAP, as a potential stent coating material, could inhibit neointimal hyperplasia by inhibiting the proliferation and promoting the apoptosis of smooth muscle cells in the neointima.

Abstract: According to analysis of operation condition and failure mechanism of converter hood, we designed a protective coating material and sprayed on the converter hood of Tianjin Iron & Steel Group Co. Ltd. by supersonic arc spraying technology, extended the working life of the converter and increased the output and benefit.

Abstract: Geopolymer is cementitious binders that do not require the presence of ordinary Portland cement (OPC). Fly ash with geopolymer formulations prepared with mixing alumino-silicate with the alkaline activator solution has been applied as protective coating material that suitable for high temperature applications such as fire resistant panel. Geopolymer coating samples were cured at 70 °C for 24 hours before sintered using temperatures range from 600 °C to 1500 °C in order to increase strength and improve thermal properties. Curing conditions also have a significant effect on the development of mechanical strength in most cementitious systems. The chemical compositions, microstructure and FTIR were studied. Geopolymer coating samples cures to a glassy texture and effectively used to create a resistant surface. Fly ash geopolymer coating was improved the compressive strength of the coatings materials as high as 40 MPa. This technology develop a geopolymeric mix design that superior use as cementitious coatings with high thermal application.

Abstract: The absorption baffle making of viscoelastic structure with varying material can decrease effectively the sound reflection on the considerable bandwidth of sound-absorbing frequencies. In order to design the varying sectional cylindrical cavity which has better absorption result in more wide bandwidth, the mathematical model of the perforated ratio and optimization algorithm based on the genetic algorithm was designed. The simulation results based on the different rubber materials reveal that the selection of the shape of the cavity depends on the material characteristic. And the result from the optimization algorithm can be regarded as the effective referenced data.