Effective methods for further improving the wool properties treated by corona discharge

Abstract

Wool fabrics were treated by corona discharge irradiation at different experimental conditions in this study. The results showed that the moisture regain of the samples, the corona discharge voltage and the treating times have complicated influences on the shrink-resistance and the hydrophilic properties of the treated fabrics. The shrink resistance of the fabric can be further improved by combining corona discharge irradiation with enzyme or resin treatment which are widely used in the treatment currently.