Abstract
In this work, the micellar shuttle pathway of poly(1,2-butadiene)-poly(ethylene-oxide) (PB–PEO) copolymer in a (water/[BMIM][PF6]) biphasic system as a function of temperature is investigated using dissipative particle dynamics (DPD) simulations. The micellar transfer presents four stages: (1) formation and stabilization of PB–PEO micelles in the watery phase, (2) migration of PB–PEO micelles toward water/ionic-liquid interface, (3) diffusion of PB–PEO micelles into the ionic-liquid phase and (4) complete diffusion of PB–PEO micelles into the ionic liquid phase. The process shows thermo-reversibility and this was confirmed with DPD simulation. Our results are compared positively with experimental observations.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
