SUMMARY
The discussion centers on the potential for controlling the porosity of microporous materials through external stimuli, such as optical, pressure, or electrical methods. Participants emphasize the significance of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) due to their engineered structures that allow for adjustable characteristics like pore size and surface area. The conversation highlights the need for further literature on specific types of MOFs that can change their pore sizes in response to external stimuli. Overall, the quest for an "Artificial Stomata" concept in microporous materials is a focal point of interest.
PREREQUISITES
- Understanding of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs)
- Knowledge of microporous materials
- Familiarity with external stimuli effects on material properties
- Basic principles of structural engineering in materials science
NEXT STEPS
- Research specific types of metal-organic frameworks that exhibit switchable porosity
- Explore literature on the effects of external stimuli on microporous materials
- Investigate applications of artificial stomata in material science
- Study the engineering principles behind adjustable pore sizes in MOFs
USEFUL FOR
Researchers, materials scientists, and engineers interested in the development and application of responsive microporous materials and metal-organic frameworks.