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Investigating microstructure evolution in block copolymer membranes.

Anthony J Cooper¹, Douglas J Grzetic², Kris T Delaney³

¹Department of Physics, University of California, Santa Barbara, California 93106, USA.

The Journal of Chemical Physics

|February 21, 2024

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Dynamical self-consistent field theory models nonsolvent-induced phase separation (SNIPS) for block copolymer membranes. Understanding parameter effects is key to fabricating high-performance integral-asymmetric membranes.

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Area of Science:

Materials Science
Polymer Science
Chemical Engineering

Background:

Block copolymer self-assembly and nonsolvent-induced phase separation (SNIPS) are crucial for integral-asymmetric membrane fabrication.
Numerous formulation and processing parameters in SNIPS hinder reliable high-performance membrane construction.

Purpose of the Study:

To model the SNIPS process using dynamical self-consistent field theory.
To investigate the impact of solvent selectivity, nonsolvent selectivity, initial film composition, and glass transition composition on membrane morphology.

Main Methods:

Application of dynamical self-consistent field theory.
Analysis of parameter effects on micelle structure and membrane matrix formation.
Examination of surface layer order and layer connectivity.

Main Results:

Identified critical roles of solvent selectivity and polymer concentration on micelle structure.
Demonstrated that surface layer order and layer connectivity are sensitive to all studied parameters.
Revealed nontrivial challenges in preserving surface layer integrity and ensuring layer connection.

Conclusions:

Parameter sensitivity in SNIPS necessitates careful control for successful block copolymer membrane fabrication.
Insights gained can guide the rational design and optimization of integral-asymmetric membranes.
Provides a theoretical framework for predicting and controlling membrane morphology.