Mof Heterolites: Mesoscopic Heterogeneity Within Order With Porous Nanocrystals

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Brief Description

The invention pertains to Esoscopic Materials comprised of ordered superlattices of microporous metal-organic frameworks (MOFs). These MOF heterolites are engineered to form highly ordered superlattices, enhancing their structural and functional properties. The invention includes methods for manufacturing these MOF heterolites and explores their use in various advanced applications.

Suggested uses

●      Gas Separation and Storage: The ordered superlattices of MOFs provide high surface area and selective adsorption properties, making them ideal for efficient gas separation and storage.

●      Catalysis: The unique structure of MOF heterolites can be tailored to enhance catalytic activity, offering improved performance in chemical reactions.

●      Light Harvesting: These materials can be used in photovoltaic devices and other light-harvesting applications due to their ability to organize light-absorbing molecules in a precise manner.

●      Meta-materials: The ordered superlattices can be utilized to create meta-materials with unique optical, electromagnetic, and mechanical properties.

Advantages

●      Enhanced Structural Integrity: The ordered superlattice structure provides superior mechanical stability and durability.

●      High Surface Area: The microporous nature of MOFs ensures a large surface area, beneficial for adsorption and catalytic processes.

●      Tailored Functionality: The ability to engineer the superlattice structure allows for customization of material properties to suit specific applications.

●      Versatility: Applicable in a wide range of fields, from environmental technology to advanced manufacturing.

●      Efficient Manufacturing: The methods for producing MOF heterolites are compatible with large-scale production, making them cost-effective.

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