Systems and methods for the production of microfibers and nanofibers using a fluid level sensor

摘要

Described herein are apparatuses and methods of creating fibers, such as microfibers and nanofibers. The methods discussed herein employ centrifugal forces to transform material into fibers. Apparatuses that may be used to create fibers are also described. Described herein are fiber producing devices that have various types of outlet elements coupled to the fiber producing device.

主权项

1. A microfiber and/or nanofiber producing system comprising:
a fiber producing device comprising a body, the body comprising a plurality of openings and a coupling member, wherein the body is configured to receive material to be produced into a fiber; a driver capable of rotating the body, wherein the body is couplable to the driver through the coupling member; and a fluid level sensor coupled to the fiber producing device, the fluid level sensor being positioned to detect a level of fluid inside the fiber producing device, wherein, during use, rotation of the body coupled to the driver causes material in the body to be ejected through one or more openings to produce microfibers and/or nanofibers that are at least partially collected on the collection system.