Unlocking the Potential of Ultrathin MOFs with High Loading of Cobalt Atoms
In a world first, scientists have successfully achieved a high loading of cobalt atoms in an ultrathin, two-dimensional metal-organic framework (MOF). This breakthrough has promising applications in energy storage and conversion, such as batteries and fuel cells.
The MOF, developed by scientists at the University of Birmingham and Imperial College London, is composed of metal ions and organic ligands, which form a porous lattice structure. This structure provides a unique environment for storing and controlling the flow of ions, making it ideal for energy storage and conversion.
By introducing cobalt atoms into the MOF, the scientists were able to achieve a high loading of the metal, which is crucial for efficient energy storage and conversion. This was achieved by carefully controlling the size of the MOF’s pores, so that they could accommodate the cobalt atoms without compromising the MOF’s structural integrity.
The researchers believe that their findings could lead to the development of more efficient and cost-effective energy storage and conversion technologies.
source: Phys.org