Structure and vibrational spectra of dicyclopentadienylzinc. A DFT study

The quantum-chemical DFT calculations of the Cp₂Zn structure confirm the conclusion made earlier from the vibrational spectra that the sandwich structure (⁵-C₅H₅)₂Zn (A) is not energetically favorable and more favorable are the close in energy -structure (⁵-C₅H₅)(¹-C₅H₅)Zn (B) and -structure (¹-C₅H₅)₂Zn (C). The vibrational spectra of structures B and C with the DFT-derived force fields were calculated. A comparison of the calculated spectra of the isolated Cp₂Zn molecules with the experimental data gives no way of deciding between the B and C structures. It is most likely that the molecule is nonrigid and experiences a strong influence from the nearest environment in solution or in the crystalline state.     

Molecular structure and vibrational spectra of phenobaraitone by density functional theory and ab initio hartree-Fock calculations

Quantum chemistry calculations have been performed using Gaussian03 program to compute optimized geometry, harmonic vibrational frequency along with intensities in IR and Raman spectra at RHF/6-31++G** and B3LYP/6-31++G** levels for phenobarbitone (C₁₂H₁₂N₂O₃) in the ground state. The scaled harmonic vibrational frequencies have been compared with experimental FT-IR and FT-Raman spectra. Theoretical vibrational spectra of the title compound were interpreted by means of potential energy distributions (PEDs) using MOLVIB program. A detailed interpretation of the infrared spectra of the title compound is reported. On the basis of the agreement between the calculated and observed results, the assignments of fundamental vibrational modes of phenobarbitone were examined and some assignments were proposed. The theoretical spectrograms for FT-IR and FT-Raman spectra of the title compound have been constructed.     

Applicability of density functional theory in reproducing accurate vibrational spectra of surface bound species

The structural equilibrium parameters, the adsorption energies, and the vibrational frequencies of the nitrogen molecule and the hydrogen atom adsorbed on the (111) surface of rhodium have been investigated using different generalized‐gradient approximation (GGA), nonlocal correlation, meta‐GGA, and hybrid functionals, namely, Perdew, Burke, and Ernzerhof (PBE), Revised‐RPBE, vdW‐DF, Tao, Perdew, Staroverov, and Scuseria functional (TPSS), and Heyd, Scuseria, and Ernzerhof (HSE06) functional in the plane wave formalism. Among the five tested functionals, nonlocal vdW‐DF and meta‐GGA TPSS functionals are most successful in describing energetics of dinitrogen physisorption to the Rh(111) surface, while the PBE functional provides the correct chemisorption energy for the hydrogen atom. It was also found that TPSS functional produces the best vibrational spectra of the nitrogen molecule and the hydrogen atom on rhodium within the harmonic formalism with the error of ?2.62 and ?1.1% for the N? N stretching and Rh? H stretching frequency. Thus, TPSS functional was proposed as a method of choice for obtaining vibrational spectra of low weight adsorbates on metallic surfaces within the harmonic approximation. At the anharmonic level, by decoupling the Rh? H and N? N stretching modes from the bulk phonons and by solving one‐ and two‐dimensional Schrödinger equation associated with the Rh? H, Rh? N, and N? N potential energy we calculated the anharmonic correction for N? N and Rh? H stretching modes as ?31 cm^?1 and ?77 cm^?1 at PBE level. Anharmonic vibrational frequencies calculated with the use of the hybrid HSE06 function are in best agreement with available experiments. © 2014 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.     

The use of the hybrid density functional theory (DFT) approach for calculation of vibrational spectra: nitromethane

The molecular geometry of nitromethane was optimized and its force field and vibrational spectrum were calculated by the BECKE3LYP method. The accuracy of optimization of the geometry of MeNO₂ obtained by this method using the 6–311G(d,p) and 6–311++G(d,p) basis sets is not poorer than that obtained at the second-order Møller-Plesset level of perturbation theory (MP2). The vibrational frequencies of nitromethane and its d₁, d₂, and d₃ isotopomers obtained by the BECKE3LYP method are in much better agreement with the experimental data than those calculated at the MP2 level using the same basis set. The average absolute error of calculations performed without the use of any scaling factors is ～2% for frequencies; the maximum deviation is ～4%.     

Experimental and computational studies of the structure and vibrational spectra of 2-[5,5-dimethyl-3-(2-phenyl-vinil)-cyclohex-2-enylidene]-malononitrile

The FTIR spectra (4000-100 cm(-1)) and Raman spectra (3500-30 cm(-1)) of 2-[5,5-dimethyl-3-(2-phenyl-vinil)-cyclohex-2-enylidene]-malononitrile in solid state were measured. In addition, the structure and harmonic vibrational frequencies of this molecule were theoretically evaluated using B3LYP density functional methods. The computed vibrational frequencies are used to determine the types of molecular motions associated with each of the experimental bands observed. Bond length alternation (BLA) was established. Comparison with the experimental spectra provides important information about the ability of this computational method to describe the vibrational modes in this type of "push-pull" systems with potential non-linear optical applications.     

Electronic structure and vibrational spectra of cis-diammine(orotato)platinum(II), a potential cisplatin analogue: DFT and experimental study

Orotic acid (vitamin B₁₃) is a key intermediate in biosynthesis of the pyrimidine nucleotides in living organisms, moreover, it may serve as the biological carrier for some metal ions. cis-Diammine(orotato)platinum(II), cis-[Pt(C₅H₂N₂O₄)(NH₃)₂] can be considered as a new potential cisplatin analogue. The FT-Raman and FT-IR spectra of the title complex are reported, for the first time. The molecular structure, vibrational frequencies, and the theoretical infrared and Raman intensities have been calculated by the density functional mPW1PW91 method. The detailed vibrational assignment has been made on the basis of the calculated potential energy distribution. The theoretically predicted IR and Raman spectra show very good agreement with experiment. Natural bond orbital (NBO) analyses were performed for cisplatin, carboplatin and the title complex. The results provided new data on the nature of platinum–ligand bonding in these compounds. Strong intramolecular hydrogen bond between the orotate ligand and the coordinated ammonia group stabilizes the structure of the platinum(II) complex. Thus, it is suggested that the orotate ligand in the title complex is more inert to the substitution reactions than the chloride ligands in cisplatin.     

Ab initio and DFT studies of the molecular structures and vibrational spectra of succinonitrile

The Molecular structure, conformational stability and vibrational frequencies of succinonitrile NCCH2CH2CN have been investigated with ab initio and density functional theory (DFT) methods implementing the standard 6-311++G* basis set. The potential energy surfaces (PES) have been explored at DFT-B3LYP, HF and MP2 levels of theory. In agreements with previous experimental results, the molecule was predicted to exist in equilibrium mixture of trans and gauche conforms with the trans form being slightly lower in energy. The vibrational frequencies and the corresponding vibrational assignments of succinonitrile in both C2h and C2 symmetry were examined theoretically and the calculated Infrared and Raman spectra of the molecule were plotted. Observed frequencies for normal modes were compared with those calculated from normal mode coordinate analysis carried out on the basis of ab initio and DFT force fields using the standard 6-311++G* basis set of the theoretical optimized geometry. Theoretical IR intensities and Raman activities are reported.     

A DFT analysis of the vibrational spectra of nitrobenzene

Raman and FTIR, spectra of nitrobenzene, nb, and its isotopomers, nb-¹⁵N, nb-¹³C₆ and nb-d₅, were obtained and the fundamental vibrational modes assigned with the aid of a B3LYP/6-311+G** calculation, without the need for scaling of the force constants. The changes in vibrational coupling between the nitro and benzene groups upon certain isotopic substitutions are well modelled by the calculation, which is able to reproduce the isotopic shifts in frequencies for the nitro vibrations, as well as changes in IR intensities.     

Structure and vibrational spectra of mononitroalkanes

Structures and force fields for several mononitroalkane molecules were determined by ab initio quantum-chemical methods. The data obtained were used for calculation of the frequencies and modes of normal vibrations. Potentialities of different methods (RHF, MP2, and B3LYP) and basis sets for estimation of the structures and spectra were studied.     

Computational study of the vibrational spectra of alpha- and beta-Keggin polyoxometalates

The structures and vibrational frequencies of the alpha- and beta-isomers of the phosphomolybdate Keggin anion [PMo(12)O(40)](3-) have been calculated by using density functional theory. Good agreement between the calculated unscaled vibrational frequencies and those determined experimentally and between the calculated and observed IR traces has been obtained allowing the IR and Raman spectra to be assigned. For the alpha-isomer, the agreement with experiment using the current level of theory is superior to that obtained previously. For the beta-isomer, for which no non-empirical study has previously been reported, the agreement with experiment is slightly poorer but still allows the spectrum to be assigned unambiguously. To calculate the structure and vibrational spectra of these large molydate cluster ions requires large basis sets and a good treatment of electron correlation and relativistic effects. For the 53-atom [PMo(12)O(40)](3-) ions, the computational demands are very high, requiring several months computational time. The calculated IR spectral traces for the two isomers are quite similar due to the relative flexibility of the molybdates, where the slight weakening of the bonding of the rotated trimetallic unit to the rest of the cluster in the beta-isomer is compensated by contraction of the bonds within the unit, and the structure of the [MO(6)] and [PO(4)] units in the two isomers is nearly identical. The vibrations characteristic of the bridging Mo-O-Mo bonds involve both the "2-2" junctions between rotated [M(3)O(13)] units and the "1-2" junctions between rotated and unrotated units. The separation of "ligand" and "interligand" vibrations is not clear. The vibrational analyses confirm the high symmetry, namely T(d) and C(3v) for the alpha- and beta-isomers, respectively, assumed by previous workers in this field. The characteristic group frequencies for the Type I polyoxometalates containing both edge- and corner-sharing I octahedra have been identified.     

DFT studies of the structure, vibrational and NMR spectra of 2-amino-pyridine betaine monohydrate

Four of the most stable conformers of 2-amino-pyridine betaine (1-carboxymethyl-2-amino-pyridinium inner salt) monohydrates, 2-NH₂PB·H₂O, and one anhydrous were analyzed by the B3LYP/6-31G(d,p) calculations and compared with the X-ray data. Two types of optimized conformers can be distinguished: (a) with NH₂ and COO groups and (b) an imino tautomer with NH and COOH groups. A common feature of the optimized molecules are intramolecular hydrogen bonds between the COO⁻ and H₂N or COOH and HN groups. In the crystal both NH₂ and COO groups participate in intermolecular hydrogen bonds. The probable assignments of the anharmonic experimental solid state vibrational frequencies of 2-NH₂PB·H₂O and 2-ND₂PB·D₂O (conformer 2) based on the calculated B3LYP/6-31G(d,p) harmonic frequencies have been made. Correlations between experimental chemical shifts for 2-NH₂PB, its hydrochloride and 1-carboxyethyl-2-amino-pyridinium inner salt (¹³C and ¹H in D₂O) and GIAO/B3LYP/6-31G(d,p) calculated isotropic shielding constants, δ_exp=a+bσ_calc, are reported. Good linear regression between experimental and theoretical results for ¹³C was obtained. Only in 2-NH₂PB the hydrogen at -position is outside the linear correlation.     

儿茶素结构和振动光谱的密度泛函理论研究

本文利用密度泛函理论方法B3LYP在6-311 G(d,p)水平上研究了儿茶素及其异构体表儿茶素分子的几何构型,计算结果与实验所得结构参数一致.计算了儿茶素分子平衡构型下的力常数,使用Wilson的GF矩阵方法计算了振动基频以及相应的势能分布,据此结合理论计算的光谱强度,对儿茶素分子的振动基频进行了完善合理的理论归属.     

Si~2Cl~6分子的内旋转能垒和振动基频的理论研究

用从头算方法HF/6-31G^*^*和密度函方法B3LYP/6-31G^*^*,对Si~2Cl~6分子的平衡几何构型进行优化,优化的结果与实验结果吻合得较好.并用上述两种不同的方法计算Si~2Cl~6分子的内旋转能垒,结果分别为8.786和6.694kJ/mol,其中DFT方法的计算结果与实验结果4.18kJ/mol吻合得较好.对Si~2Cl~6分子的振动基频进行计算.用HF/6-31G^*^*SQM力场所计算的频率理论值与实验值的平均误差为7.3cm^-^1,用B3LYP/6-31G^*^*未标度的力场所计算的频率理论值与实验值的平均误差为6.0cm^-^1.该密度泛函方法(B3LYP/~6-31G^*^*)的理论计算值比用HF/6-31G^*^*标度后的SQM力场计算的频率与实验值(除Si--Si键扭转振动基频之外的11条振动基频)吻合得更好.并给出了Si--Si键扭转振动基频的预测值。     

FC(O)NCS 分子振动光谱的理论研究

采用DFT(B3LYP)方法,以6-3G*为基组对FC(O)NCS的顺式和反式两种构型的几何结构,振动谐性力场和红外光谱进行了研究。B3LYP/6-31G*计算水平和大多数有机分子的一套固定标度因子进行标度。根据标度后的理论力场进行简正坐标分析得到的势能分布(PED)和红外光谱强度值对FC(O)NCS分子的顺式和反式两种构型的振动基频进行了理论归属。     

X-Ray, MP2 and DFT studies of the structure and vibrational spectra of homarinium chloride

The effects of hydrogen bonding, inter- and intramolecular electrostatic interactions on the structure of homarinium chloride, HOMH·Cl, in the crystal and its isolated molecule have been studied by X-ray diffraction, FT-IR, Raman, ¹H and ¹³C NMR spectroscopies, and by the MP2 and DFT theoretical methods. In the crystal, the Cl⁻ anion is connected with protonated homarine via the O–HCl⁻ hydrogen bond of the length of 2.937(4) Å, and two N⁺Cl⁻ intermolecular electrostatic interactions. In the isolated molecule, according to the MP2 and B3LYP calculations, the Cl⁻ anion is engaged in a shorter hydrogen bond (O–HCl⁻ of 2.811–2.861 Å) and in one type of intramolecular electrostatic interactions. The calculated bond lengths and bond angles at the MP2 and B3LYP levels of theory are in good agreement with the X-ray data, except the conformation of the COOH group, which is cis (syn) in the crystal and trans (anti) in the isolated molecule. The tentative assignments for the experimental solid state vibrational spectra of HOMH·Cl and HOMD·Cl have been made on the basis of the B3LYP/6-31G(d,p) calculated frequencies and intensities. The effect of quaternization of picolinic acid on the chemical shifts of the ring protons and carbons is analyzed.     

三(4-硝基苯基)甲烷衍生物的结构和振动光谱的理论研究（英文）

用密度泛函理论优化了三苯甲烷(1)和一系列三(4-硝基苯基)甲烷衍生物2,3和4的几何结构,并计算了其红外光谱和拉曼光谱;通过与实验光谱的对比,对实验光谱中的谱峰进行了指认,并从理论上纠正了部分对3和4红外光谱谱峰不合适的实验指认;同时预测了2,3和4的拉曼光谱.结果表明,几种化合物的振动光谱计算结果与相应的实验结果吻合良好;且化合物2,3和4的拉曼光谱具有相似性.     

Revised vibrational band assignments for the experimental IR and Raman spectra of 2,3,4-trifluorobenzonitrile based on ab initio, DFT and normal coordinate calculations

In the present study, a systematic vibrational spectroscopic investigation for the experimental IR and Raman spectra of 2,3,4-trifluorobenzonitrile (TFB), aided by electronic structure calculations has been carried out. The electronic structure calculations – ab initio (RHF) and hybrid density functional methods (B3LYP) – have been performed with 6-31G* basis set. Molecular equilibrium geometries, electronic energies, IR intensities, harmonic vibrational frequencies, depolarization ratios and Raman activities have been computed. The results of the calculations have been used to simulate IR and Raman spectra for TFB that showed excellent agreement with the observed spectra. Potential energy distribution (PED) and normal mode analysis have also been performed. The assignments proposed based on the experimental IR and Raman spectra have been reviewed. A complete assignment of the observed spectra has been proposed.     

Far IR and Raman vibrational spectra of nitramines

Vibrational spectra of several nitramines in the long-wave region (50–450 cm⁻¹) were studied. The frequencies of intra- and intermolecular vibrations were separated and a tentative assignment of the frequencies of self-associative complexes was performed. Translated fromIzvestiya Akademii Nauk. Seriya Khimicheskaya, No. 11, pp. 2241–2244, November, 1998.     

Raman and infrared spectra,conformational stability,barriers to internal rotation,r 0 structural parameters,ab initio calculations,and vibrational assignment for vinyl chloroformate

The Raman (3200 to 10 cm^–1) and infrared (3500 to 50 cm^–1) spectra of vinyl chloroformate, H₂C=CHOC(O)Cl, have been recorded for both the gas and solid. Additionally, the Raman spectrum of the liquid has been recorded, and depolarization ratios have been obtained. These data have been interpreted on the basis that the only stable conformation present at ambient temperature is thetrans-trans rotamer, where the firsttrans refers to the vinyl moiety relative to the O—CCl bond and the second to the C—Cl bond relative to the=C—O bond. Using harmonic rigid asymmetric top calculations, the infrared vapor phase contours for the C=O and the C=C stretch were predicted for thetrans-trans and for thecis-trans conformer, and were compared with experiment. For both fundamentals thetrans-trans hybrid reproduces the experimental contour, whereas thecis-trans contours fail to do so for both fundamentals. From far-infrared spectrum of the vapor obtained at 0.1 cm^–1 resolution, the C(O)Cl andO-vinyl torsional fundamentals have been observed at 132 and 61 cm^–1, respectively. Ther ₀ structural parameters have been obtained from a combination of ab initio calculated parameters with appropriate offset values and the fit of the microwave rotational constants for the two naturally occurring chlorine isotopes. The structure, barrier to internal rotation, and vibrational frequencies have been determined from ab initio Hartree-Fock gradient calculations, using the 3-21G^* and 6-31G^* basis sets. These results are compared to those obtained experimentally and to similar quantities for some related molecules.     

Electronic structures and spectra of porphyrin with fused benzoheterocycles: DFT and TDDFT‐PCM investigations

Density functional theory (DFT) and time‐dependent DFT (TDDFT) are applied to study seven asymmetric π‐conjugated porphyrins with extended benzoheterocycles: quinoline, indole, benzoimidazole, benzothiazole, benzooxazole, 2,1,3‐benzothiadiazole, and 2,1,3‐benzoxadiazole. The solvation effects on the excitation energies for these porphyrin derivatives in chloroform are taken into account by using the continuum model (C‐PCM) combined with TDDFT, and this method makes a closer agreement with the experimental values, especially for the B‐bands of these objects. Great efforts have been made on investigating the influences of the fused aromatic units of the porphyrins on the absorption properties as these can be particularly important for many applications. Benzoheterocycle introduction and solvent effects have been systemically investigated, and close agreement is obtained between calculated and measured UV–vis spectra. These theoretical data could shed light on future synthetic chemistry. © 2007 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. Int J Quantum Chem, 2007