Electrokinetics as an alternative to neutron reflectivity for evaluation of segment density distribution in PEO brushes

R. Zimmermann, D. Romeis, I. Bihannic, M.A. Cohen Stuart, J.U. Sommer, C. Werner, J.F.L. Duval

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Abstract

Unravelling details of charge, structure and molecular interactions of functional polymer coatings defines an important analytical challenge that requires the extension of current methodologies. In this article we demonstrate how streaming current measurements interpreted with combined self consistent field (SCF) and soft surface electrokinetic theories allow the evaluation of the segment distribution within poly(ethylene oxide) (PEO) brushes beyond the resolution limits of neutron reflectivity technique.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)7804-7809
JournalSoft Matter
Volume10
Issue number39
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2014

Keywords

  • poly(ethylene oxide) brushes
  • diffuse soft interfaces
  • grafted polymer brush
  • streaming current
  • aqueous-solution
  • behavior
  • films
  • water
  • thin
  • surfaces

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