Mechanochemistry: Fundamentals, Applications and Future: Faraday Discussion 241

Mechanochemistry is a versatile technique for chemical synthesis, encompassing supramolecular materials, inorganic and organic synthesis, pharmaceutical screening, materials development, sustainable chemistry, and reaction discovery. It is also fundamental to understanding shear processes at the molecular level and is being harnessed to accomplish new chemistry through the controlled mechanical scission of polymers. This Faraday Discussion volume brings together internationally-leading researchers to explore and exchange ideas on the physical and chemical principles underlying mechanochemical phenomena.

Format: Hardback
Length: 498 pages
Publication date: 13 February 2023
Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry

Mechanochemistry has emerged as a widely adopted approach in chemical synthesis, encompassing a diverse range of materials, including supramolecular structures, inorganic compounds such as main group coordination complexes, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and organic molecules. Its applications extend to pharmaceutical screening, materials development, sustainable chemistry, reaction discovery, and traditional alloying processes. Moreover, the field is witnessing significant advancements in our fundamental understanding of kinetics, leading to the development of specialized reaction models tailored to mechanochemistry.

Mechanochemistry goes beyond mere synthesis and plays a pivotal role in unraveling the intricate mechanisms of molecular shear processes. By harnessing the controlled mechanical scission of polymers, mechanochemistry enables the creation of new chemistry and opens up avenues for exploring previously inaccessible reaction pathways. This interdisciplinary field brings together experts from various disciplines, including chemistry, physics, materials science, and engineering, to foster a deeper understanding of fundamental molecular processes.

This special issue of the Faraday Discussion, titled "Mechanochemistry: Synthesis, Shear Processes, Kinetics, and Industrial Implementation," aims to bring together internationally renowned researchers to explore and exchange ideas on the physical and chemical principles underlying mechanochemical phenomena. The topics covered in this volume are organized into three themes:

Advances in Synthesis: Mechanochemistry has revolutionized the synthesis of complex molecules by employing novel reaction mechanisms and employing unconventional reaction conditions. This theme explores innovative approaches, such as click chemistry, metathesis, and mechanosynthesis, that leverage the unique properties of mechanochemistry to achieve efficient and selective synthesis.

Shear Processes and Polymer Mechanochemistry: Mechanochemistry plays a crucial role in understanding the behavior of polymers at the molecular level. This theme explores the role of shear forces in polymer chain dynamics, polymer-polymer interactions, and the development of new polymer materials with enhanced properties. It also examines the use of mechanochemistry in the modification and degradation of polymers for various applications.

Kinetics and Basic Understanding: Mechanochemistry is characterized by its high reaction rates and the involvement of mechanical forces. This theme focuses on elucidating the fundamental kinetic principles governing mechanochemical reactions, including the role of energy transfer, activation barriers, and reaction mechanisms. It also explores the development of theoretical models and computational tools to predict and optimize mechanochemical reactions.

Scale Up and Industrial Implementation: Mechanochemistry holds great potential for industrial applications due to its efficiency, selectivity, and sustainability. This theme explores the challenges and opportunities associated with scaling up mechanochemical reactions from laboratory to industrial settings, including the development of robust and scalable reaction systems, process optimization, and the integration of mechanochemistry with other manufacturing processes.

By bringing together experts from diverse fields, this special issue aims to advance our understanding of mechanochemistry and its applications in various industries. It provides a platform for researchers to share their latest findings, exchange ideas, and foster collaborations that will drive the development of mechanochemistry as a powerful tool for sustainable chemical synthesis and materials innovation.

Weight: 862g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781839166976