Synthesis of double core chromophore-functionalized nanothreads by compressing azobenzene in a diamond anvil cell.

ABSTRACT: Carbon nanothreads are likely the most attracting new materials produced under high pressure conditions. Their synthesis is achieved by compressing crystals of different small aromatic molecules, while also exploiting the applied anisotropic stress to favor nontopochemical paths. The threads are nanometric hollow structures of saturated carbon atoms, reminiscent of the starting aromatic molecule, gathered in micron sized bundles. The examples collected so far suggest that their formation can be a general phenomenon, thus enabling the design of functionalities and properties by suitably choosing the starting monomer on the basis of its chemical properties and crystal arrangement. The presence of heteroatoms or unsaturation within the thread is appealing for improving the processability and

SUBMITTER: Romi S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8153222 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature