Enhanced adsorption of puerarin onto a novel hydrophilic and polar modified post-crosslinked resin from aqueous solution

A novel of hydrophilic and polar N-vinylpyrrolidone modified post-crosslinked resin was synthesized and the adsorption behaviors toward puerarin from aqueous solution were investigated. The post-crosslinked adsorbent PNVP-DVBpc was prepared by Friedel-Crafts reaction of residual double bonds without external crosslinking agent. The specific surface area of precursor PNVP-DVB increased obviously after post-crosslinking modification. The synthesized adsorbents were characterized by BET surface area, Fourier transform infrared (FTIR), and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The adsorption behaviors of puerarin from aqueous solution onto precursor PNVP-DVB and post-crosslinked adsorbent PNVP-DVBpc were thoroughly researched. Commercial polymeric adsorbents Amberlite XAD-4 and AB-8 were chosen as the comparison. Among the four media, PNVP-DVBpc presented the largest adsorption capacity of puerarin, which resulted from the synergistic effect of high specific surface area and polar groups (amide groups) onto the adsorbent matrix. Experimental results showed that equilibrium isotherms could be fitted by Freundlich model and the kinetic data could be characterized by pseudo-second order model reasonably. Column adsorption experiments indicated that the puerarin could be completely desorbed by 4.0 BV industrial alcohol. Continuous column adsorption-regeneration cycles demonstrated the PNVP-DVBpc without any significant adsorption capacity loss during operation.     

Synthesis and characterization of mesoporous alumina,and adsorption performance for n-butane

Research on Chemical Intermediates - Samples of mesoporous alumina were synthesized by the sol–gel method, using carbohydrate as template and aluminium isopropoxide as the source of...     

Preparation and adsorption performance of a NiO/MgF2 composite adsorbent

Fluoride adsorbents have been applied for the purification of UF₆ product from fluorination process. A MgF₂-based adsorbent, NiO/MgF₂, was prepared using NiF₂ as doping agent. The specific surface area of NiO/MgF₂ was 5 times larger than that of MgF₂, its porosity was also larger than that of MgF₂. The saturated adsorption capacity of NiO/MgF₂ for MoF₆ was 21.4?±?1.9 mg g^?1. The desorption behavior was examined by thermogravimetric analysis (TG). The NiO/MgF₂ with adsorbed MoF₆ was investigated using extended X-ray absorption fine structure spectroscopy (EXAFS), which showed no bonding interactions between NiO and MoF₆, while the adsorption of MoF₆ on NiO/MgF₂ was chemisorption via a Mo–F–Mg bond.

     

Synthesis,characterization, and electroluminescent performance of a novel copolyfluorene containing pendant crown ether groups

Copolyfluorene PFC containing pendant crown ether moieties was prepared by the palladium‐catalyzed Suzuki coupling reaction. The photo‐physical and electrochemical properties were investigated by absorption, photoluminescence (PL) spectroscopy, and cyclic voltammetry to elucidate the influence of the crown ether groups. In film state, its PL spectra (peaked at 430 and 452 nm) show noticeable red‐shift relative to 423 and 448 nm of poly(9,9‐dihexylfluorene) ( PF ). Thermal annealing leads to appearance of new emission at about 520 nm which has been attributed to formation of excimer. The highest occupied molecular orbital and lowest unoccupied molecular orbital levels of PFC were estimated to be ?5.68 and ?2.65 eV which contributed to balanced charges injection. Double‐layer electroluminescent device using PFC as emitting layer (ITO/PEDOT:PSS/ PFC /Ca/Al) revealed maximum luminance (7910 cd/m²) and maximum luminance efficiency (2.3 cd/A) superior to those of PF device (860 cd/m², 0.29 cd/A). Moreover, inserting a PFC layer between the PF emitting layer and calcium cathode led to reduced turn‐on voltage (4.1 V), much lower than 7.1 and 6.6 V of the double‐layer PFC and PF devices, respectively, and enhanced device performance (2800 cd/m² and 0.53 cd/A). © 2009 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Polym Sci Part A: Polym Chem 47: 2985–2995, 2009     

Hexagonal boron nitride adsorbent: Synthesis,performance tailoring and applications

Hexagonal boron nitride(h-BN), with unique structural and properties, has shown enormous potentitoward variety of possible applications. By virtue of partially-ionic character of BN chemical bonds anusually large specific surface area, h-BN-related nanostructures exhibit appealing adsorption propertiewhich can be widely applied for separation and purification towards energy and environment treatmenIn this review, recent progress in designing h-BN micro, nano-structure, controlled synthesis, performancoptimizing as well as energy and environment-related adsorption applications are summarized. Strategieto tailor the h-BN can be classified as morphology control, element doping, defect control and surfacmodification, focusing on how to optimize the adsorption performance. In order to insight the intrinsimechanism of tuning strategies for property optimization, the significant adsorption applications of h-Btowards hydrogen storage, CO_2 capture, pollutants removal from water and adsorption desulfurization arpresented.     

FER型沸石的合成、结构与吸附性质

在TMEDA(四甲基乙基二胺)-Na2O-SiO2-Al2O3-H2O体系(I),Na2O-K2O-Al2O3-SiO2-H2O-HCO3^--CO3^2^-体系(II)及Py(吡啶)-PrNH2(正丙胺)-HF-SiO2-H2O体系(III)中, 分别合成了纯相FER沸石及FER硅沸石。用粉末XRD, FT-IR, 29Si MAS NMR及TG/DTA等表征其结构性质, 并用超微量电子真空吸附天平测定这些沸石样品对正己烷, 甲醇和水的吸附等温线。结果表明: 各体系合成的样品虽然结晶度高, 呈现出FER沸石的典型结构特征, 但由于它们的组成和晶格微结构不同, 热稳定性与吸附性质有明显的差异。在(I)体系中合成的FER沸石层错缺陷少, 晶格完美, 正己烷与甲醇的吸附量可达到理论值, 结构破坏温度为1190℃。红外精细谱及29Si MAS NMR高分辨谱证明FER硅沸石具有十分完美的骨架结构。由于晶胞收缩, 它对正己烷与甲醇吸附量略低于理论值, 并呈现出高度的疏水性。它的结构破坏温度高于1300℃。在(II)体系中合成的FER型沸石结构缺陷多, 沸石孔中的钾离子不易被质子完全交换。它的正己烷与甲醇吸附量均较低, 而水的吸附量相对较高。吸附现象表明, 正己烷和甲醇都被吸附于FER沸石的十元环主孔道中, 分压较高时, 甲醇可通过八元环进入小笼, 而水的吸附性质则主要与各样品的Si-OH缺陷及骨架中的阳离子含量有关。     

Synthesis, characterization and properties of a novel fluorinated polyurethane

A novel fluorinated polyurethane (FPU) was prepared by fluorinated polyether glycol (PTMG-g-HFP) as a soft segment, 1,6-hexamethylene diisocyanate (HDI) or toluene diisocyanate (TDI) as a hard segment and 1,4-butanodiol (BDO) as a chain extender. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), ¹H NMR, ¹³C NMR and gel permeation chromatography (GPC) were used to characterize the structure of the fluorinated polyurethane. The thermal stabilities of the fluorinated polyurethane and the corresponding hydrogenated polyurethane were studied by thermogravimetric analysis (TGA). X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) analysis at two different sampling depths for the fluorinated polyurethane was used to investigate the surface compositions of FPU. And the mechanical properties of the fluorinated polyurethane and the corresponding hydrogenated polyurethane were also measured. Chemical resistance of polyurethane films was estimated through spot tests with different solvents. The results showed that FPU had high thermal stability, strain-hardening property and good chemical resistance. The XPS measurements showed the fluorine enrichment on the surface of FPU.     

A zirconium based nanoparticle for significantly enhanced adsorption of arsenate: Synthesis, characterization and performance

This work explores the use of templated silica films as scaffolds for encapsulating surface-segregating functional organic moieties as a mesoscopically dispersed phase with the goal of imparting sustained functionality. Block copolymer surfactant templated hydrophobic-oleophobic fluorinated silica films were synthesized via sol-gel co-condensation and coated on glass substrates. Fluorosilane and surfactant template concentrations were varied, and coating surface properties measured before and after abrasion of the top surface. Surface physical and chemical properties were investigated using XPS and contact angle measurements. Nitrogen adsorption porosimetry and TEM were used to examine the effect of templating and fluorosilane encapsulation on the surrounding silica framework. The results show that surfactant template concentration may be used to tune the dispersion of the fluorosilane-rich phase within the silica film in order to allow exposed surfaces to maintain much of the original functionality of the pristine top surface.     

Magnetic porous polymer microspheres: Synthesis,characterization and adsorption performance for the removal of phenol

The magnetic poly(ethylene glycol dimethacrylate-n-vinylimidazole) (Fe₃O₄@poly (EGDMA@VIM)) microspheres were prepared by suspension polymerization method using magnetite Fe₃O₄ nano-powder and the porosity, morphology, chemical composition and structure of the magnetic polymer microspheres were characterized. The specific surface area and swelling ratio of the Fe₃O₄@poly(EGDMA@VIM) microspheres were found to be 278.6?m²·g^–1 and 48%, respectively. The Fe₃O₄@poly(EGDMA@VIM) microspheres were used as an adsorbent for phenol removal. The effects of the parameters such as adsorbent dosage, temperature, pH and initial concentration of phenol solutions on the adsorption were investigated. The experimental adsorption equilibrium data obtained were fitted with Langmuir, Freundlich and Dubinin-Radushkevich isotherms and the pseudo-first-order, pseudo-second-order and intra–particle diffusion kinetic models. The adsorption equilibrium data agreed well with the Freundlich isotherm and the pseudo-second-order kinetic model. The maximum capacity of the Fe₃O₄@poly(EGDMA@VIM) microspheres was calculated to be 33.83?mg·g^–1 at 298?K and natural pH from Langmuir isotherm. The Fe₃O₄@poly(EGDMA@VIM) microspheres were found to be reusable for removal of phenol after desorption for several times. The result indicated that the Fe₃O₄@poly(EGDMA@VIM) microspheres are potential candidate for removal of phenol in wastewaters.     

Preparation and characterization of a novel adsorbent for removing lipophilic organic from water

The initial twelve persistent organic pollutants (POPs) in Stockholm Convention on Persistent Or-ganic Pollutions include many organochlorinated pes-ticides (OCPs) and some industrial by-products from manufacture processes, most of which are lipophilic or…     

Synthesis, testing, and characterization of a novel Nafion membrane with superior performance in photoassisted immobilized Fenton catalysis

A new type of Nafion/Fe structured membrane ensuring faster kinetics, higher efficiency, and mechanical properties has been prepared and will be compared in its performance with the Fe-exchanged commercial Dupont 117 Nafion/Fe membrane during the abatement of model organic compounds. During the casting of the laboratory Nafion sample, the iron ions were introduced directly into the Nafion oligomer solution. This novel laboratory Nafion/Fe was tested as an immobilized catalyst in the degradation of several toxic pollutants showing a faster photoassisted degradation kinetics and a wider effective photocatalytic pH range compared to the Fe-exchanged commercial Dupont 117 Nafion/Fe membrane. When carrying out Ar ion sputtering of the 50 topmost catalyst layers, evidence is presented by X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy that Fe ions are found in the inner Nafion layers and seem to be responsible for the immobilized photoassisted Fenton processes leading to the degradation of 4-chorophenol (4-CP) taken as a model organic pollutant for the degradation process reported in this study. In the laboratory sample, the iron oxy/hydroxy Nafion moiety undergoes a transition to a more stable Nafion/Fe species during 4-CP degradation as determined by X-ray diffraction. This more stable form shows a higher iron dispersion and crystallinity compared to the fresh sample and is stabilized by the Nafion matrix avoiding the formation of separate iron phases. By infrared absorption (Fourier transform infrared), evidence is presented for the band of akaganeite-like species at 870 cm(-1) on the laboratory Nafion/Fe sample. This band disappears after 4-CP degradation because of the formation of the more highly dispersed iron species. Sputtering experiments show a decrease of F-containing groups in the laboratory Nafion/Fe samples closer to the catalyst upper layer while the amounts of Fe, C, and in particular O species increase in the topmost layer(s). In particular, the oxygenated species develop in the Nafion/Fe up to approximately 50 A below the catalyst surface. These species remain stable during the long-term Nafion/Fe degradation of 4-CP. Dynamo-mechanical analysis performed on laboratory Nafion/ Fe membrane samples revealed that these membranes possessed a greater mechanical modulus and resistance than the commercial Dupont 117 Nafion membrane.     

Synthesis, characterization, and adsorption properties of nanocrystalline ZSM-5

Nanocrystalline ZSM-5 with a Si/Al ratio of 20 was synthesized using clear solutions and a hydrothermal synthesis procedure. The resulting ZSM-5 materials were characterized by powder X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), nitrogen adsorption isotherms, solid-state nuclear magnetic resonance, and toluene adsorption. A commercial ZSM-5 sample was similarly characterized for comparison with the synthesized materials. The particle sizes of the synthesized ZSM-5 samples were calculated using the measured external surface areas and were determined to be 15 and 60 nm. SEM images indicated that the ZSM-5 samples consist of agglomerated and possibly intergrown particles. Toluene adsorption measurements showed that the ZSM-5 sample with a particle size of 15 nm adsorbed approximately 50% more toluene than the other ZSM-5 samples, most likely due to the adsorption of toluene on the external surface. For the toluene adsorbed on the internal zeolite surface, approximately one toluene molecule was adsorbed per channel intersection for each of the ZSM-5 samples.     

螺吡喃功能化UiO-66光响应吸附剂的制备及其性能

将光响应分子甲基螺吡喃SP-CH₃引入UiO-66的非极性孔笼中,构筑吸附活性位可光控调节的光响应吸附剂。SP-CH₃功能化的吸附剂完好保留了载体UiO-66的骨架和孔道结构。以阴离子染料甲基橙为探针,研究了吸附剂在不同光照条件下的吸附和解吸性能。结果表明,经紫外光照后,吸附剂对甲基橙的吸附量为41.99 mg·g^-1,相较于可见光照后样品的吸附量提升57.56%,吸附作用增强;经可见光照后,甲基橙的脱附量为81.6%。本策略通过光照刺激改变UiO-66孔笼中SP-CH₃的构型及表面电荷性质,即对吸附活性位进行光控调节,在不同光照条件下实现对吸附质的高效吸附和有效脱附。     

螺吡喃功能化UiO-66光响应吸附剂的制备及其性能

将光响应分子甲基螺吡喃SP-CH₃引入UiO-66的非极性孔笼中,构筑吸附活性位可光控调节的光响应吸附剂。SP-CH₃功能化的吸附剂完好保留了载体UiO-66的骨架和孔道结构。以阴离子染料甲基橙为探针,研究了吸附剂在不同光照条件下的吸附和解吸性能。结果表明,经紫外光照后,吸附剂对甲基橙的吸附量为41.99 mg·g^-1,相较于可见光照后样品的吸附量提升57.56%,吸附作用增强;经可见光照后,甲基橙的脱附量为81.6%。本策略通过光照刺激改变UiO-66孔笼中SP-CH₃的构型及表面电荷性质,即对吸附活性位进行光控调节,在不同光照条件下实现对吸附质的高效吸附和有效脱附。     

螺吡喃功能化UiO-66光响应吸附剂的制备及其性能

将光响应分子甲基螺吡喃SP-CH₃引入UiO-66的非极性孔笼中,构筑吸附活性位可光控调节的光响应吸附剂。SP-CH₃功能化的吸附剂完好保留了载体UiO-66的骨架和孔道结构。以阴离子染料甲基橙为探针,研究了吸附剂在不同光照条件下的吸附和解吸性能。结果表明,经紫外光照后,吸附剂对甲基橙的吸附量为41.99 mg·g^-1,相较于可见光照后样品的吸附量提升57.56%,吸附作用增强;经可见光照后,甲基橙的脱附量为81.6%。本策略通过光照刺激改变UiO-66孔笼中SP-CH₃的构型及表面电荷性质,即对吸附活性位进行光控调节,在不同光照条件下实现对吸附质的高效吸附和有效脱附。     

Synthesis, characterization and properties of a novel fluorinated methacrylate polymer

A fluorinated monomer of 2-(2,2,2-trifluoroethoxy)ethyl methacrylate (FEMA) was prepared by a “one pot” process and then a novel fluorinated methacrylate polymer, poly[2-(2,2,2-trifluoroethoxy)ethyl methacrylate] (PFEMA), was successfully synthesized via miniemulsion polymerization using cetyltrimethyl ammonium bromide (CTAB) as emulsifier, hexadecane (HD) as co-stabilizer and 2,2′-azobisisobutyronitrile (AIBN) as initiator. The chemical structure of PFEMA was characterized by FT-IR, ¹H NMR and ¹⁹F NMR. GPC results show that the number average molecular weight (M_n) of PFEMA was as high as 8.5 × 10⁵ g/mol and the polydispersity index (PDI) was only 1.3. SEM and DLS characterizations showed that the morphology of PFEMA latex was uniform spheres with the diameter of about 110–125 nm. It was also found that PFEMA has high thermo-stability (T_d > 200 °C), low glass transition temperature (T_g = 13.0 °C), and nice hydrophobicity (θ_water = 99.9°). Comparison studies on PFEMA and poly(2,2,2-trifluoroethyl methacrylate) show that an introduced functional group (–CH₂CH₂O–) has a significant effect on lowering T_g and improving hydrolysis resistance without impairing surface properties.     

Synthesis, growth, structure, and characterization of a novel semiorganic crystal

Single crystals of (chloro)tris(thiourea-κS)cadmium(II) picrate have been grown by slow evaporation of a mixed solvent system water–acetone containing thiourea, cadmium chloride, and picric acid. The yellow crystals belong to triclinic system with centrosymmetric space group P-1 and the corresponding lattice parameters are a = 7.4632(3) ?, b = 7.9567(3) ?, c = 17.4885(7) ?, α = 98.990(2)°, β = 100.137(2)°, γ = 95.275(2)°, and Z = 2. The vibrational patterns of the as-grown crystals are analyzed by FT-IR and FT-Raman spectral analyses. The optical absorption study was performed to analyze the optical transparency of CTTCP and the crystals were transparent in the visible region and have a lower optical cutoff at ~507 nm with band gap energy of 2.47 eV. TG–DTA thermal analysis shows that the crystal is stable up to ~208 °C and has a good chemical stability.     

Synthesis and characterization of a novel biodegradable,thermoplastic polyurethane elastomer

A series of biodegradable, thermoplastic polyurethane elastomers poly(?‐caprolactone‐co‐lactide(polyurethane [PCLA–PU] were synthesized from a random copolymer of L ‐lactide (LA) and ?‐caprolactone (CL), hexamethylene diisocyanate, and 1,4‐butanediol. The effects of the LA/CL monomer ratio and hard‐segment content on the thermal and mechanical properties of PCLA–PUs were investigated. Gel permeation chromatography, IR, ¹³C NMR, and X‐ray diffraction were used to confirm the formation and structure of PCLA–PUs. Through differential scanning calorimetry, tensile testing, and tensile‐recovery testing, their thermal and mechanical properties were characterized. Their glass‐transition temperatures were below ?8 °C, and their soft domains became amorphous as the LA content increased. They displayed excellent mechanical properties, such as a tensile strength as high as 38 MPa, a tensile modulus as low as 10 MPa, and an elongation at break of 1300%. Therefore, they could find applications in biomedical fields, such as soft‐tissue engineering and artificial skin. © 2006 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Polym Sci Part A: Polym Chem 44: 5505–5512, 2006     

Preparation,characterization, and performance of a novel hollow fiber nanofiltration membrane

Nanofiltration (NF) grade hollow fiber membrane was prepared by incorporation of zinc chloride into polysulfone–polyethylene glycol (molecular weight 200) blend. A 1.0 wt% zinc chloride in the blend reduced the molecular weight cut off (MWCO) of hollow fibers from 44 kDa (average pore size 64A⁰) to a nanofiltration range of MWCO 870 Da (average pore size 7.69 A^°). MWCO decreased further to 330 Da (average pore size 4.78 A^°) on addition of 2.5 wt% zinc chloride. types of NF hollow fiber were spun, corresponding to zinc chloride concentration of 1.0, 1.5, 2.0, and 2.5 wt%. Ternary phase diagram qualitatively explained the denser morphology for various concentrations of zinc chloride. This was supported by scanning electron micrographs of cross‐section and top surface of hollow fibers. NF membranes possessed negative surface charge at extreme pH conditions. Rejection of 1000 mg/l sodium chloride solution was in between 38 to 45% at pH 11, and for divalent sodium sulfate, it was in the range of 55 to 62%. Rejection of dye congo red was found to be 100%. NF membranes showed reasonable antifouling characteristics having flux recovery ratio of more than 90% and a flux decline ratio of less than 10%. Copyright © 2015 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.