(542b) Dynamically Controllable Smart Surfaces Incorporating Reversible Carbon Dioxide Chemistry

The use of carbon dioxide with specific amine based functionalities has been studied in the production of ionic liquids, gels and other supramolecualar complexes where the reversible reaction of carbon dioxide (CO2) with free amines results in the formation of carbamate salts. Surfaces which respond to external stimuli with changes in physical structure are a novel concept. The surface properties are tailored to produce specific effects, which is the foundation of a smart surface. In this study, we apply the reversible CO2 ?green? chemistry to surfaces in an attempt of creating a smart surface.