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Which of the following is NOT a criterion evaluated in the provided research instrument feedback form?
Which of the following is NOT a criterion evaluated in the provided research instrument feedback form?
Which section within the research instrument feedback form specifically addresses the practical aspects of applying a coating to lenses?
Which section within the research instrument feedback form specifically addresses the practical aspects of applying a coating to lenses?
What type of tests are recommended for evaluating the coating performance in the provided text?
What type of tests are recommended for evaluating the coating performance in the provided text?
According to the provided content, what is the primary purpose of the 'Data Recording Protocol in Coating Performance Evaluation Checklists' section?
According to the provided content, what is the primary purpose of the 'Data Recording Protocol in Coating Performance Evaluation Checklists' section?
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Which of the following is NOT included in the 'Data Recording Protocol' section for coating performance evaluation?
Which of the following is NOT included in the 'Data Recording Protocol' section for coating performance evaluation?
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What is the ultimate purpose of the research instrument feedback form?
What is the ultimate purpose of the research instrument feedback form?
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If a validator approves the use of the research instruments, what does this indicate?
If a validator approves the use of the research instruments, what does this indicate?
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The section where the validator provides their feedback and approval is labeled as:
The section where the validator provides their feedback and approval is labeled as:
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What is a primary characteristic of CR-39 lenses that makes them vulnerable?
What is a primary characteristic of CR-39 lenses that makes them vulnerable?
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What is a significant environmental concern associated with traditional coatings for lenses?
What is a significant environmental concern associated with traditional coatings for lenses?
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What makes chitosan a suitable alternative for coatings on CR-39 lenses?
What makes chitosan a suitable alternative for coatings on CR-39 lenses?
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In what application has chitosan not been notably utilized?
In what application has chitosan not been notably utilized?
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What property of chitosan can enhance the durability of coatings made with it?
What property of chitosan can enhance the durability of coatings made with it?
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What is one of the major benefits of using chitosan in lenses besides environmental concerns?
What is one of the major benefits of using chitosan in lenses besides environmental concerns?
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What was a focus of Zhou et al. (2022) in relation to chitosan-based coatings?
What was a focus of Zhou et al. (2022) in relation to chitosan-based coatings?
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What type of environmental issue is emphasized by the growing need for eco-friendly materials?
What type of environmental issue is emphasized by the growing need for eco-friendly materials?
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What is a polysaccharide?
What is a polysaccharide?
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Which component is used to enhance chitosan-based coatings?
Which component is used to enhance chitosan-based coatings?
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What property does the chitosan-based coating create on polyurethane sponges?
What property does the chitosan-based coating create on polyurethane sponges?
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What significant enhancement was observed in the absorbent created from chitosan-based coatings?
What significant enhancement was observed in the absorbent created from chitosan-based coatings?
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Why is durability important for chitosan-based coatings used in optical applications?
Why is durability important for chitosan-based coatings used in optical applications?
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What was the focus of Aguilar-Ruiz et al.(2023) in their study?
What was the focus of Aguilar-Ruiz et al.(2023) in their study?
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What type of research method did Zhou et al. propose for processing chitosan-based coatings?
What type of research method did Zhou et al. propose for processing chitosan-based coatings?
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What is the significance of the scratch resistance of chitosan-based coatings?
What is the significance of the scratch resistance of chitosan-based coatings?
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What does the surface roughness change measure?
What does the surface roughness change measure?
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Which criterion assesses the clarity and sharpness of an image?
Which criterion assesses the clarity and sharpness of an image?
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What is evaluated in the standard optical clarity test?
What is evaluated in the standard optical clarity test?
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What does the visible surface wear criterion indicate?
What does the visible surface wear criterion indicate?
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How is the abrasion type categorized?
How is the abrasion type categorized?
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Which scale is used to assess haze or distortion?
Which scale is used to assess haze or distortion?
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What is recorded regarding standards compliance?
What is recorded regarding standards compliance?
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What does the light transmission percentage represent?
What does the light transmission percentage represent?
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How does temperature influence the performance of coatings during material testing?
How does temperature influence the performance of coatings during material testing?
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What is the role of humidity in material testing?
What is the role of humidity in material testing?
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Why is it important to control temperature and humidity during material testing?
Why is it important to control temperature and humidity during material testing?
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What type of information is collected in the notes/observations section during testing?
What type of information is collected in the notes/observations section during testing?
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What is a critical reason for recording unexpected changes in materials during testing?
What is a critical reason for recording unexpected changes in materials during testing?
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How does ethical clearance impact the research protocol?
How does ethical clearance impact the research protocol?
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Which of the following best represents the quantitative data collected during material testing?
Which of the following best represents the quantitative data collected during material testing?
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What is the significance of recognizing trends in material behavior during testing?
What is the significance of recognizing trends in material behavior during testing?
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What method is used to analyze the mean scratch resistance of the lenses?
What method is used to analyze the mean scratch resistance of the lenses?
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Which material is used for the ophthalmic lenses in the study?
Which material is used for the ophthalmic lenses in the study?
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What is the purpose of using CR-39 lenses without existing coatings in the study?
What is the purpose of using CR-39 lenses without existing coatings in the study?
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Where is Plastilens International Inc. located?
Where is Plastilens International Inc. located?
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Which range of lens powers is included in the study?
Which range of lens powers is included in the study?
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What does the ISO certification of Plastilens ensure?
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What type of optical measuring device is mentioned as used by Plastilens?
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Why might different material compositions affect the results of the study?
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Study Notes
Thesis Information
- Title: Innovative Use of Chitosan Powder in Developing Eco-Friendly Scratch-Resistant Coatings for CR-39 Ophthalmic Lenses
- Submitted by: Bello, Althea Faye; Eustaquio, Justin Gabrielle; Francisco, Jesus Aviel; Ingal, Danica Ishi; Ragas, Christine Joy; Umila, Jarra Bedhel; Zarco, Stephanie Allyson
- Submitted to: Dr. Carol A. Gariando
- Presented to: Faculty of School of Optometry, Centro Escolar University
Introduction
- Ophthalmic lenses have evolved beyond simple vision correction to include features like UV protection, blue light filtration, and scratch resistance.
- Demand for sustainable coatings is growing in the optical industry.
- Chitosan, a natural polysaccharide derived from crustacean shells, is a promising sustainable alternative to traditional synthetic coatings.
- Chitosan has various biomedical and ophthalmic applications: bacterial adhesion reduction, fog effect elimination, and UV protection.
Background of the Study
- CR-39 lenses are popular due to their lightweight and impact resistance.
- Traditional coatings have environmental concerns due to being non-biodegradable and harmful.
- Chitosan, with its biodegradable and non-toxic nature, is a promising alternative.
- The study aims to evaluate chitosan's effectiveness in providing scratch resistance, reducing environmental impact, and overall suitability.
- The study involves extensive field testing of chitosan-treated CR-39 lenses under various conditions.
Specific Objectives
- Determine chitosan powder's ability to create scratch-resistance coating.
- Formulate and optimize chitosan-based coating for enhanced lens performance.
- Test coated lenses under various conditions (heat, wiping) to evaluate adhesion quality and durability.
Hypothesis
- Null Hypothesis (H₀): Chitosan powder is not an effective material in scratch resistance coatings for CR-39 Ophthalmic Lenses.
- Alternative Hypothesis (H₁): Chitosan powder is an effective material in scratch resistance coatings for CR-39 Ophthalmic Lenses.
Significance of the Study
- Benefits the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR).
- Supports the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR).
- Provides additional livelihood for fishermen and fisheries.
- Improves the environment of optical laboratories, optometrists, and future researchers in the optics field.
- Offers a valuable resource on sustainable practices.
Limitations
- Sampling technique may not represent the entire CR-39 market.
- Laboratory testing may not reflect real-world conditions and user handling.
- Instrument accuracy may affect the reliability of the results.
Delimitations
- Focuses specifically on CR-39 lenses, evaluating chitosan powder as a coating.
- Excludes other biopolymers or chemical modifications.
- Only evaluates scratch resistance, optical clarity, adhesion, and durability.
- Confined to controlled conditions, not real-world, long-term exposure.
Definitions of Terms
- Adhesion: The ability of different substances to adhere to one another.
- Bio-based: A material derived from living organisms.
- Biocompatibility: The ability to interact with a biological system without causing harmful effects.
- Biodegradability: The ability to be broken down naturally by organisms in an ecosystem.
- Biomedical: The relation of scientific activities and applications to clinical medicine.
- Biopolymer: Materials manufactured from biological sources (fats, vegetable oils, sugars, resins, proteins).
- CR-39 lenses: A type of plastic lens material known for its impact resistance and optical clarity.
- Chemicals: Substances with a defined composition.
- Chitin: A cationic and biodegradable polymer found in crustacean shells.
- Chitosan: A polysaccharide derived from chitin.
- Cross-linkers: Molecules that connect molecules by a covalent bond.
- Deacetylation: The removal of acetyl groups from organic compounds.
- Glutaraldehyde: An organic compound with the formula C5H8O2 containing two aldehyde groups.
- Glycerol: A colorless, odorless, syrupy liquid.
- Hydrophilic: Having an affinity for water; absorbing or dissolving in water.
- Hydrophobic: Resistant to water; repelling water.
- Innocuous: Not harmful or dangerous.
- Plasticizers: Low molecular weight substances added to polymers to increase flexibility.
- Polysaccharide: A carbohydrate that can be broken down into monosaccharides.
- Polyurethane: A synthetic resin compound containing urethane groups.
- Silica-based compounds: Synthetic material containing silicon and oxygen.
- Solvents: Substances capable of dissolving one or more substances.
- Susceptibility: The degree to which a material is affected by a particular agent or condition.
Chapter 2: Related Study and Literature
- Zhou et al. (2022) developed a method for processing durable, sustainable superhydrophobic chitosan-based coatings from waste crab shells.
- Aguilar-Ruiz et al. (2023) studied chitosan-based coatings for corrosion prevention in seawater.
- Various studies highlight chitosan's potential in diverse applications, including biomedical, environmental protection, and material engineering.
Chapter 3: Methods and Procedures
- Research will use a quantitative quasi-experimental design.
- Eco-friendly scratch-resistant coatings are developed using chitosan powder, dip coating, spin coating, etc.
- The study will use CR-39 lenses without existing coatings.
- The study includes testing under various conditions (heat and wiping) to assess adhesion quality and durability.
- The study uses checklists to record test data for scratch resistance, adhesion, and durability.
- ANOVA will be used to statistically compare the mean scratch resistance.
Research Subjects
- The study uses CR-39 ophthalmic lenses (+3.00 D to -3.00 D).
Research Locale
- Plastilens International Inc. (PII) in Manila, Philippines.
- ISO certified, known as a trusted partner in the ophthalmic industry.
Sampling Technique
- Material composition: Using CR-39 lenses without existing coatings.
- Application method: Dip, spray, spin coating for even coating distribution
- Testing conditions: Normal room temperature for unbiased results. Random systematic for various lens curvatures.
Research Instruments
- Spectrophotometer for measuring optical clarity.
- Scratch resistance testers.
- Checklist for Data Recording to document testing procedures (scratch resistance, optical clarity, etc.).
- Statistical tests (ANOVA) to analyze data and identify significant differences between various formulations and control groups.
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