Nmvezel

Nmvezel is the Dutch term for a nanofiber, a fiber whose dimensions place at least one characteristic length scale in the nanometer range. In practice nanofibers typically have diameters from tens to a few hundred nanometers and can form continuous fibers or nonwoven mats with high porosity. They may be made from polymers, inorganic materials or carbon-based substances, and can be produced through several techniques such as electrospinning, solution spinning, phase separation or melt-spinning. Among these, electrospinning is widely used to create nonwoven webs with controlled fiber diameter and morphology.

The properties of nmvezels arise from their small diameter and high surface-area-to-volume ratio. They exhibit tunable mechanical and chemical properties and can often be functionalized on the surface to suit specific interactions or applications. The porosity of nanofiber networks also influences permeability and filtration performance.

Applications of nmvezels are diverse. They are used in filtration and air and water purification, wound dressings and tissue engineering scaffolds, sensors, and energy storage devices. Nanofiber mats can serve as reinforcement in composite materials and as components in catalysis or membrane technologies due to their reactive surfaces and high surface area.

Safety and regulation are considerations in the use of nmvezels. Potential health and environmental risks depend on material composition and exposure routes, particularly inhalation of airborne fibers. Safe handling, containment, and material-specific risk assessments are advised, with regulatory guidance varying by jurisdiction and application.

See also: nanofiber, electrospinning, filtration membrane.