Abstract
Polyaniline (PANI) is synthesized in the presence of montmorillonite (Mt). Mt has small spaces between its layers. This interlayer spacing functions as a reaction field for the production of PANI with an organized structure. Mt/PANI composites thus synthesized were characterized by the IR and the UV-Vis optical absorption spectroscopy measurements. Scanning electron microscopy observation showed that the PANI is covered by the flake structure of the Mt. A cylindrical structure was also observed in the sample. X-ray diffraction analysis indicated that the composite of the PANI and the Mt had an ordered structure, suggesting that the macroscopic structure of the natural clays can provide a unique reaction field for polymerization reactions.
Highlights
Researchers have recently employed microporous materials to create reaction fields [1,2]
This study suggests that small spaces in materials can effectively function as reaction fields
We recently engaged in liquid crystal (LC) polymerization
Summary
Researchers have recently employed microporous materials to create reaction fields [1,2]. This study suggests that small spaces in materials can effectively function as reaction fields. We carry out polymerization in the presence of montmorillonite (Mt) with a layer structure as a micro-reaction field. PANI composites can be prepared in the presence of metals, minerals, and organics [3,4]. Studies on conducting polymer/inorganic layer clay have been conducted [5,6]. Polymerization can be carried out between the layers of Mt, which act as reaction fields [9,10]. We carry out the polymerization of aniline in the presence of Mt as an inorganic reaction field for the production of organized polymers
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