Literature review on the application of titanium dioxide reactive surfaces on urban infrastructure for depolluting and self-cleaning applications

Abstract

This study was performed in order to understand what work has been completed regarding the application of reactive surfaces primarily for pollution abatement in urban areas. These surfaces could then be applied to South African infrastructure for the benefit of the people. This paper is a collection of the applicable results of studies that have been completed globally. It shows the potential of such surfaces and if utilised could provide real health benefits for people living in urban areas. Economic advantages can also be experienced by the owners of such surfaces due to lower maintenance requirements. It was found that a great deal of research is currently underway in this topic globally and that titanium dioxide reactive surfaces show good potential for depolluting and self-cleaning applications