Naslov
Supramolecular polymers

Autori
Žigon, Majda ; Ambrožić, Gabriela

Izvornik
Materiali in tehnologije (1580-2949) 37 (2003), 5; 231-236

Vrsta, podvrsta i kategorija rada
Radovi u časopisima, članak, znanstveni

Ključne riječi
supramolecular polymer chemistry; supramolecular polymers; noncovalent interactions; side-chain liquid crystalline

Sažetak
In this work supramolecular polymerization and polymers are reviewed. The concepts behind supramolecular chemistry underlie molecular recognition based on the bonding of complementary functional groups of low molar mass compounds or polymers via noncovalent interactions (Coulombic interactions, hydrogen bonding, and van der Waals interactions). Due to the reversibility of noncovalent interactions, these materials are dynamic, capable of undergoing annealing, healing and adaptation processes, which gives supramolecular polymers a major advantage over conventional covalent polymers. By choosing suitable functional groups, as well as the proper type of interaction, a variety of novel supramolecular polymers with tailored properties can be synthesized including functional materials, smart materials, and self-healing materials.

Izvorni jezik
Engleski

Znanstvena područja
Kemija

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