Green Approaches to Manufacturing Electrospun Silk Sericin Nanofibers 


Vol. 61,  No. 4, pp. 191-200, Aug.  2024
10.12772/TSE.2024.61.191


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We developed a green method to extract sericin from silk waste without the use of chemical solvents. This technique not only ensures non-toxicity but also aligns with sustainable practices, minimizing environmental impact. The extracted sericin was mixed with polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) to create a stable polymeric spinning dope. By optimizing the sericin-to-solvent ratio to 1:30, we achieved the ideal viscosity and electrospinnability. Initial trials were conducted at a laboratory scale, followed by scaling up to a pilot plant. We systematically optimized the electrospinning parameters to ensure the consistent production of nanofibers. In pilot-scale experiments, the electrospinning of PVA loaded with 20 wt% sericin successfully replicated laboratory results. The produced nanofibers had an average diameter of approximately 700 nm. These silk sericin/PVA nanofibers are non-toxic and environmentally friendly, demonstrating potential for applications in skincare and medical textiles. Our research establishes a foundation for the scalable production of eco-friendly sericin composite nanofibers, contributing to the development of functional textiles.

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[IEEE Style]

H. Lee, S. Lee, M. E. Lee, K. Jung, "Green Approaches to Manufacturing Electrospun Silk Sericin Nanofibers," Textile Science and Engineering, vol. 61, no. 4, pp. 191-200, 2024. DOI: 10.12772/TSE.2024.61.191.

[ACM Style]

Hoyoung Lee, Sanghoon Lee, Mi Eun Lee, and Koo Jung. 2024. Green Approaches to Manufacturing Electrospun Silk Sericin Nanofibers. Textile Science and Engineering, 61, 4, (2024), 191-200. DOI: 10.12772/TSE.2024.61.191.

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