Physical Science International Journal

The Increasing Role of Chemistry in Understanding Triboelectric Charging of Insulating Materials – A Paradigm Shift

Meurig W. Williams *

Xerox Corporation (1969-1982), 7122 Pine Valley Street, Bradenton, FL, 34202, USA

*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.

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Abstract

Triboelectric charging of insulating materials has traditionally been considered a physics problem, but chemistry is playing a rapidly increasing role. Several important advances have been made since the last reviews. These developments, together with description of the role of chemistry, are reported here.

 

Keywords: Triboelectricity, contact charging, mechanisms of contact charging, static electricity

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