Characterization of Electrospun Titania Nanofibers

Titania (TiO2) nanofibers formed by electrospinning are characterized by a variety of techniques. Electrospinning is a simple, versatile, and inexpensive method for producing relatively long fibers whose diameters are typically on the order of several hundred nanometers. Titania is used in optical and electrical applications but is also photocatalytic and is suitable for use in high-temperature environments. In our experiments electrospun TiO2 nanofibers are investigated using a range of techniques such as field-emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM), atomic force microscopy (AFM), X-ray diffraction (XRD) and infrared (IR) spectroscopy.