Inventors:
Walter Chappas - Raleigh NC, US
Harry M. Barnes - Montgomery AL, US
Assignee:
Allasso Industries, Inc. - Raleigh NC
International Classification:
D01F 6/00, C01G 43/00, E04B 1/84, D04H 13/00
US Classification:
181294, 428219, 428 76, 428339, 442337, 2 69, 429249, 210483, 423 6, 435398
Abstract:
This disclosure relates to articles that comprise polymeric winged fibers. The winged fibers have a high surface area because of their structure, which includes a core surrounded by a plurality of lobes. Channels of one micron or less in width are formed between adjacent lobes to form paths for the capture and/or transport of gases, liquids or particles. The winged fibers are assembled in woven or non-woven fabrics for use in wipes, absorbent pads, composite structures, apparel, outdoor wear, bedding, filtration systems, purification/separation systems, thermal and acoustic insulation, cell scaffolding, and battery membranes.