Rotaxanes and Polyrotaxanes

N. Basílio, U. Pischel

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Abstract

In this chapter, the preparation of cucurbituril-based pseudorotaxanes, rotaxanes and polyrotaxanes is illustrated with selected examples. This includes the notions of self-sorting, which enables the setup of homo- and hetero(pseudo)rotaxanes. The implications of thermodynamic and kinetic control are briefly showcased as well. In the main part, these assemblies are discussed in the context of stimuli-responsive systems, whose supramolecular chemistry and functionality can be controlled by using chemical inputs (pH, ions), redox signals or light. In the final part, some applications, such as drug delivery or molecular information processing, are highlighted.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationElectrochromic Smart Materials: Fabrication and Applications
EditorsDonus Tuncel
PublisherRSC - Royal Society of Chemistry
Chapter4
Pages83-103
Number of pages21
ISBN (Electronic)978-1-78801-595-0, 978-1-78801-875-3
ISBN (Print)978-1-78801-488-5
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Jan 2019

Publication series

NameRSC Smart Materials
PublisherRoyal Society of Chemistry
Number36
Volume2019-January
ISSN (Print)2046-0066
ISSN (Electronic)2046-0074

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