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Use of Ultraviolet and Aluminum Nanoclusters to Form Water Repellents for Textiles
1. Technology Overview
The invention introduces a novel methodology for creating water-repellent coatings on textiles using UV light and an aluminum precursor. This ultralow-temperature process forms aluminum oxide (Al2O3) coatings, offering a scalable and cost-effective solution for enhancing the durability and water resistance of textiles. The technology...
Published: 1/7/2026
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Updated: 6/10/2022
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Inventor(s): Darren Johnson, Alex Rosen, Tawney Knecht, Jordan Levine
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Category(s): Chemistry, Engineering, Materials Science, Physical Science, Nanoscience & Microtechnologies, Sustainability & Cleantechnologies
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