Development of Novel Metal-Organic Frameworks for Gas Separation Applications

Thesis Abstract

Abstract
The demand for efficient gas separation technologies continues to grow due to the increasing need for clean energy production, environmental protection, and industrial applications. Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) have emerged as promising materials for gas separation due to their tunable porosity, high surface area, and chemical versatility. This thesis focuses on the development of novel MOFs for gas separation applications, with a particular emphasis on enhancing separation efficiency and selectivity. Chapter one provides an introduction to the research study, highlighting the background, problem statement, objectives, limitations, scope, significance, structure of the thesis, and definition of key terms. The literature review in chapter two covers ten key areas related to MOFs, gas separation technologies, synthesis methods, characterization techniques, and recent advancements in the field. Chapter three details the research methodology, including the synthesis of MOFs, characterization techniques such as X-ray diffraction and gas adsorption analysis, evaluation of gas separation performance, optimization strategies, and computational modeling. The discussion of findings in chapter four presents a comprehensive analysis of the experimental results, highlighting the performance of the developed MOFs in gas separation applications. The conclusion and summary in chapter five provide a comprehensive overview of the research outcomes, discussing the key findings, implications for future research, and the potential impact of the developed MOFs on the field of gas separation. Overall, this thesis contributes to the advancement of gas separation technologies by developing novel MOFs with enhanced properties for efficient and selective gas separation applications. It provides valuable insights into the design, synthesis, and characterization of MOFs for addressing the challenges in gas separation, paving the way for the development of more sustainable and energy-efficient separation processes.