| abstract |
Method for modifying the surface of an object to impart desired characteristic thereto, such as lubricity, hydrophilicity, hydrophobicity or biofonctionality. The method comprises: coating the object with a first solution comprising a micrograft initiator and at least one compound selected from a hydrophilic polymer, a hydrophobic polymer, a biofonctional compound or a combination thereof; exposing the object to infrared radiation, microwave radiation or high voltage polymerization, thereby producing a graft to the surface; coating the object with a second solution containing a cellulose compound; and exposing the object to a heat source to dry and/or cure the object. |