Multi-functional switch effect in interlocking molecular rotators-on-graphene systems using electric fields
Xiaobo Li, Fei Qi, Rundong Zhao, Zijie Qiu, Yun Li, Mengqiu Long, Guanghui Zhou
Abstract
We investigate the molecular gears of interlocking rotating 1,2,3,4,5,6-benzenehexacarbonitrile molecules on a graphene nanoribbon. Interestingly, the double-induced switching effect has been demonstrated in our proposed system of molecular motor.
Topics & Concepts
InterlockingGrapheneMaterials scienceElectric fieldNanotechnologyChemical physicsMechanical engineeringPhysicsQuantum mechanicsEngineeringMolecular Junctions and NanostructuresPorphyrin and Phthalocyanine ChemistryMechanical and Optical Resonators