Nanoporous materials properties and applications
High adsorption capacity
The very regular structure,high surface area and pore volume properties consent to nanoporous materials to be excellent adsorptive media for gases, vapors or, in some cases,small molecules.
High selectivity
The narrow pore size distribution and specific interaction with pore walls make these systems ideal devices for mixture separation or ideal nanoreactors for confined chemical reactions.
Favourable adsorption kinetics
Large number of pore openings at the surface and regular pore structure consent a quick diffusion of guest species, that completely fill the material in relatively short time.
Good mechanical properties
Once formed, nanoporous materials are resistant to hurts and mechanical stresses, so they could be handled without fear to break porous structure.
Stability and durability in use
Nanoporous materials are stable in ambient condition and adsorption and desorption process are completely reversible. These materials can be used and re-used for long time without lost their properties.