A dielectric barrier discharge is one method of plasma treatment of textiles at atmospheric pressure and room temperature. The treatment can be used to modify the surface properties of the textile to improve wettability, improve the absorption of dyes and adhesion, and for sterilization.
The use of a dielectric barrier discharge for plasma treatment of textiles at standard environmental conditions allows for adjustments to the fabric's surface properties to enhance its affinity for liquids, improve color absorption and bonding, and facilitate disinfection.