Fluoroposs

Fluoroposs (Fluorinated Polyhedral Oligomeric SilseSquiozanes) is a synthetic microfiber with very low surface energy, which makes it oil-repellent. Mixed with an ordinary polymer, it forms a material which can be applied to other materials such as metal, glass, plastic, plant fibers or leaves. The application process is called electrospinning.

Additional recommended knowledge

Essential Laboratory Skills Guide

Recognize and detect the effects of electrostatic charges on your balance

Don't let static charges disrupt your weighing accuracy

Fluoroposs has been developed at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).

See also

• Wetting