What You Need to Know
The process involves dissolving a polymer in a solvent, then applying an electrostatic charge to the solution, causing the fibers to stretch and thin out as they are drawn out of the solution. The fibers can be collected on a surface, creating a thin, uniform web of fibers with unique properties.
Steps
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Edible flavor encapsulation (Japan): Creates ultra-thin flavor delivery systems
- 2.
Protein fiber scaffolds (Spain): Forms meat alternative textural matrices
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Probiotic protection fibers (Switzerland): Shields sensitive cultures during digestion
The Science
Primary Reaction
Polymer dissolution and electrostatic stretching