Science Daily January 9, 2023
Previously a team of researchers in the US (Dartmouth University, Maine University, DEVCOM Aberdeen Proving Ground) had developed conductive metal-organic technology (framework) which was a simple coating that could be layered onto cotton and polyester to create smart fabrics. In their current work, instead of the simple coating they precisely embedded the framework into fabrics using a copper precursor that allowed them to create specific patterns and more effectively fill in the tiny gaps and holes between threads. They found that the framework technology effectively converted the toxin nitric oxide into nitrite and nitrate, and transformed the poisonous, flammable gas hydrogen sulfide into copper sulfide. They also reported that the framework’s ability to capture and convert toxic materials withstood wear and tear, as well as standard washing. The versatility and durability the new method provides would allow the framework to be applied for specific uses and in more precise locations, such as a sensor on protective clothing, or as a filter in a particular environment. Future work will focus on developing new multifunctional framework materials and scaling up the process of embedding the metal-organic coatings into fabric…read more. TECHNICAL ARTICLE
Graphical abstract. Credit: J. Am. Chem. Soc. 2022, 144, 51, 23297–23312, December 13, 2022Â