2018-06-01
Atmospheric pressure plasma as a tool for decontamination and functionalization of wooden surfaces
2018-06-01 • Constanze Roth, Sven Gerullis, Oliver Beier, Andreas Pfuch, Annett Hartmann, Bernd Grünler
Possible applications of plasma technology on wooden surfaces have been investigated by new research projects. There are different initial situation: The residuals of several timber preservatives, based on organo-chlorine compounds, are a high challenge for human protection, storage and wood restoration. Among the most common organo-chlorine substances that have been used as pesticides in the past are Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane (DDT), Lindane and Pentachlorphenol (PCP). Lindane and PCP are toxic and/or carcin…