Affiliation:
1. State Key Laboratory of Fine Chemicals School of Chemical Engineering Dalian University of Technology Dalian 116024 China
2. Faculty of Arts and Sciences Beijing Normal University Zhuhai 519087 China
3. Frontiers Science Center for Smart Materials Dalian University of Technology Dalian 116024 China
4. Dalian Key Laboratory of Membrane Materials and Membrane Processes Dalian University of Technology Dalian 116024 China
Abstract
AbstractMetal‐organic framework (MOF) membranes, which are recognized as state‐of‐the‐art platforms applied in various separation processes, have attracted widespread attention. Nonetheless, to overcome the trade‐off between permeability and selectivity, which is crucial for achieving efficient separation, it is important to rationally design and manipulate MOF membrane structure. Given remarkable advances in the past decade, a timely summary of recent advancement in this field has become indispensable. This review introduces major strategies for fabricating oriented MOF membranes, including in situ growth, contra‐diffusion method, interface‐assisted approach, and laminated nanosheet assembly. New insights into their updated progress and potential are elucidated. Of particular note, recent development and emerging applications of oriented MOF membranes, illustrating their potential to address environmental and energy challenges, are highlighted. Finally, remaining challenges facing their bath production and practical applications are discussed.
Funder
National Natural Science Foundation of China
National Key Research and Development Program of China