Abstract
High-resolution IR spectroscopy has been employed to study isolated, switchable [2]rotaxanes. TR absorption spectra of two-station rotaxanes, their separate thread, and macrocycle components, as well as those of the individual stations incorporated into the thread, have been measured in the 1800-1000 cm(-1) region. These spectra have been fully analyzed, aided by quantum chemical predictions of the IR spectra. From these analyses, a comprehensive picture emerges of the conformational structure and binding interactions between the mechanically interlocked components of the rotaxane.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 9669-9675 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Journal of Physical Chemistry A |
Volume | 115 |
Issue number | 34 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Sept 2011 |
Keywords
- SQUARAINE-DERIVED ROTAXANES
- SYNTHETIC MOLECULAR MOTORS
- VIBRATIONAL SPECTROSCOPY
- ENERGY-TRANSFER
- RIGHT PLACES
- AMIDE
- BOND
- MACHINES
- SHUTTLES
- PEPTIDE