Effect of nano-silver ions pumps on antimicrobial activity of ag-nps incorporated polymer-based food packings

Abstract

Use of Ag Np (silver nanoparticle) incorporated polymer films for industrial applications requires an essential understanding of the variations of antimicrobial strength according to the dispersion parameters. This study was carried out to investigate the particle size effect on the antimicrobial potency of Ag Np incorporated polymer films and to observe the antimicrobial activity of silver nanoparticle impregnated polymers due to the ion pumping ability of nanoparticles in to the medium. Experimental observations were analyzed based on the theoretical frameworks developed in the literature. The paper also provides the fundamental theoretical framework for practicing engineers to design products based on these materials. This enables the industrial applications of these types of materials.