Multi-functional military textile: Plasma-induced graft polymerization of a C6 fluorocarbon for repellent treatment on nylon-cotton blend fabric

► Plasma graft-polymerization of a C6 FC onto 50/50 NyCo military fabric was achieved. ► A dual functional surface with repellent front and absorbent back surface was achieved. ► C8 FC was successfully replaced with benign C6 FC yet maintaining the performance.