Density functional theory methods for characterization of porous materials

John Landers, Gennady Yu Gor, Alexander V. Neimark

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Abstract

This review presents the state-of-the-art of adsorption characterization of mesoporous and microporous materials by using the density functional theory (DFT) methods. The DFT methods have found numerous applications for calculating pore size distributions in traditional and newly discovered nanoporous solids. We discuss the foundations of the non-local (NLDFT) and quench solid (QSDFT) density functional theories applied for modeling adsorption and capillary condensation in pores of different geometry and surface chemistry. Special attention is paid to the limitations of the theoretical models and critical analysis of the obtained data. The methods are demonstrated on a wide variety of systems, including microporous and mesoporous carbons and silicas, zeolites, mesoporous crystals of MCM and SBA families, metal-organic frameworks, and other designer nanoporous materials. Illustrated with many typical examples and detailed discussions of the advantages and limitations of the NLDFT and QSDFT methods, this review provides guidance for the practitioners interested in getting a better understanding of the current capabilities and limitations of the adsorption methods for characterization of porous solids.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)3-32
Number of pages30
JournalColloids and Surfaces A: Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects
Volume437
DOIs
StatePublished - Nov 2013
Externally publishedYes

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Surfaces and Interfaces
  • Physical and Theoretical Chemistry
  • Colloid and Surface Chemistry

Keywords

  • Density functional theory
  • Gas adsorption
  • Hysteresis
  • Mesoporous
  • Microporous
  • Pore Size characterization
  • Porous materials

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