Nano Fibres by Electro spinning: Properties and Applications

Electro spinning is a simple and versatile technique applicable to a wide range of polymers and solvents for the production of materials in nanometer scale.The nano fibrous materials produced by electro spinning process exhibit novel and significantly improved physical, chemical and biological properties.The small fibre diameter and the porous structure of the electrospun surfaces enable them for a wide range of applications such as wound dressing, tissue engineering scaffolds, vascular grafts, filters, membranes and sensors.In this article the principle, setup, materials used and the factors affecting the electro spinning process have been described.Also the properties & applications of electrospun fibres and the limitations & future scope of electro spinning process have been highlighted.