Scientists weave together nanomaterials for the first time

upi ^ | 12/22/2016 | brooks hays

[BenLurkin]

For the first time, scientists have created 3D covalent organic frameworks by weaving helical organic threads. Covalent organic frameworks, or COFs, are porous and crystalline materials made of common elements and commonly used for gas storage, as well as photonic and catalytic applications.

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Because of their strong molecular bonds, large internal surface areas and sponge-like qualities, COFs and metal organic frameworks, or MOFs, have been increasingly employed in carbon sequestration technologies. Researchers are also experimenting with these materials with the hopes of building better gas storage devices for hydrogen-powered vehicles.

Yahgi and his colleagues at Berkeley Labs were able to create a new type of organic framework by weaving together threads of an organic compound called "phenanthroline" using a copper complex. They call the new nanomaterial COF-505.

Using X-ray and electron diffraction, scientists can remove and restore the copper complex from the framework.

[catbertz]

So many amazing tech developments in the pipeline. Meanwhile human nature still stinks :)

[Moonman62]

Using X-ray and electron diffraction, scientists can remove and restore the copper complex from the framework.

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Sounds expensive and the mention of carbon sequestration made me roll my eyes.

[Moonman62]

Meanwhile human nature still stinks :)

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Doing science by press release is one of the human activities that stink.