Functionalization of Metal Surface via Thiol–Ene Click Chemistry: Synthesis, Adsorption Behavior, and Postfunctionalization of a Catechol- and Allyl-Containing Copolymer
Yucheng Zhang, Chien‐Wei Chu, Wei Ma, Atsushi Takahara
Abstract
-DPMAm)]. To reduce the potential side reactions of allylic double bonds in allyl methacrylate during the polymerization, the MEUE are designed and synthesized with better control over the polymer chain growth. The surface functionalization via the two-step method is demonstrated using various thiols, e.g., hydrophobic, hydrophilic, and polymeric thiols under room conditions. Additionally, the hydrophobic-thiol-functionalized anodic aluminum oxide is found to be a candidate for the oil/water separation with a separation efficiency of ∼99.2%. This surface modifier provides practical insights into the further design of functional materials.
Topics & Concepts
Surface modificationMethacrylamideEne reactionCopolymerClick chemistryPolymer chemistryAdsorptionCatecholPolymerizationThiolChemistryPolymerChemical engineeringMaterials scienceOrganic chemistryAcrylamideEngineeringPhysical chemistryPolymer Surface Interaction StudiesSurface Modification and SuperhydrophobicityAdvanced Sensor and Energy Harvesting Materials