Effect of Low-Temperature Plasma Treatment on The Properties of a Complex Wool-Containing Material

Abstract The article investigates a layer of felt in complex material, which we intend as rehabilitation footwear element. material consists layers rubber and felt, connected with polyurethane adhesive, design it for the manufacture shoe-product sole. inside is contact foot serves an insole. was treated low-temperature plasma (LTP) from material. It experimentally obtained wettability index: containing control untreated felt. research increase hydrophilicity LTP-treated explained by degreasing surface, porosity non-woven «felt», well structural changes wool fiber due to treatment. Plasma treatment woolen can be recommended surface impart antibacterial properties inner («insole») applying infusions medicinal plants, etc.