Exploring Structural Features of Bovine, Ovine, Fish, Poultry, Reptile, Amphibian, and Porcine Skins through Scanning Electron Microscopy Insights for Material Science and Sustainable Design

Abstract

In leather research, the Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) proves to be an invaluable tool, offering detailed and high-resolution  images of both the surface and fiber structure. This information  plays a critical role in optimizing manufacturing processes within  the leather industry, enhancing the quality of leather products, and  contributing to the development of new materials. In the current  study, our focus is on unraveling the microscopic details of skins  sourced from various biological origins. We aim to provide insights  into the distinctive morphological features, fiber arrangements,  and surface topographies of bovine, ovine, fish, poultry, reptile,  amphibian, and porcine skins, which were converted into crust  leathers. We captured microphotographs of the surfaces and crosssections of the leathers through scanning electron microscopy  analysis. This paper presents a comprehensive comparison and  discussion of the findings, seeking to identify key differences  and similarities. Such a comparative analysis contributes to our  understanding of material science, fashion, and sustainable design,  offering potential implications for these diverse fields.