Issue 5, 2023

Metal–organic framework composites from a mechanochemical process

Abstract

Metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) consist of metal ions or clusters coordinated with organic ligands such as imidazolate or carboxylate ligands. Owing to the high porosity and surface area of MOFs, researchers have applied MOFs as host matrixes for other functional materials to form MOF composites with improved stability and functionality. The current research focus is mainly on solution-based synthesis, such as infiltration synthesis and template synthesis. Mechanochemistry has not been explored much toward MOF composites. This review will discuss the current progress on mechanochemically synthesized MOF composites and their strengths and weaknesses as compared with the traditional solution-based methods. The review will also cover the importance of mechanochemistry and the fundamentals behind it, such as interfacial interaction and milling impact factors. Furthermore, the applications of mechanochemically synthesized composites are highlighted, including catalysis, adsorption, energy generation, and storage.

Graphical abstract: Metal–organic framework composites from a mechanochemical process

Article information

Article type
Review Article
Submitted
10 Oct 2022
Accepted
19 Dec 2022
First published
20 Dec 2022

Mol. Syst. Des. Eng., 2023,8, 560-579

Metal–organic framework composites from a mechanochemical process

W. Wang, M. Chai, M. Y. Bin Zulkifli, K. Xu, Y. Chen, L. Wang, V. Chen and J. Hou, Mol. Syst. Des. Eng., 2023, 8, 560 DOI: 10.1039/D2ME00211F

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