Doctor Teacher, University of Al-Qadisiyah, Ministry of Education, Iraq
Email: edu-chem.post47@qu.edu.iq
ORCID ID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9168-8060
Background: Ionic liquids like 1-butyl-3-methylimidazolium hexafluorophosphate ([BMIM][PF6]) possess unusual physicochemical properties that make them appealing for catalytic use. Nevertheless, they have bulk-phase disadvantages, e.g., low surface area and mass transfer problems, which can be counteracted by restricting them between nanoporous materials. The nano-confinement influences the movement of the ionic, the interaction potential, and the dynamics of the reaction so that a better catalytic behaviour can be achieved.
Objective: This paper seeks to explore the structural as well as the catalytic properties of [BMIM][PF6] upon its confinement within nanoporous materials and the consequent effect of confinement upon the catalytic efficiency through statistical analysis of survey perceptual data.
Methods: A questionnaire was composed of a structured Likert scale, in which 310 responses were attained by sending the aged group of 20 experts and researchers working in the field of catalysis and material science. Analyses were performed as statistical tests, such as the Shapiro-Wilk test of normality, Cronbach's Alpha test of reliability, KMO and Bartlett's test of construct validity, Pearson correlation coefficient, and multiple regression equation by utilizing SPSS and Python. All the tests were done in the light of the big sample parameter applicability.
Results: The data set approximated normality, had perfect internal consistency (Cronbach Alpha = 0.911), as well as strong construct validity (KMO = 0.812; Bartlett p < 0.001). These results indicated strong positive correlations of the ionic structure, confinement effects, and catalytic activity. Regression analysis also proved that all independent variables exerted a positive impact on the dependent variable, which was expected, as the key hypothesis is that nano-confinement enhances the efficiency of the catalyst.
Conclusions: This study concludes that nano-confinement is an efficient approach to the improvement of the catalytic performance of [BMIM][PF6], but by restoring molecular orientation, optimization of energy barriers, and facilitation of accessibility to substrates. These results affirm the extended use of confined ionic liquids in the development of efficient, selective, and sustainable catalytic systems.
Keywords: [BMIM][PF6], Ionic Liquids, Nano-confinement, Nanoporous Material, Catalysis, Reliability Analysis, Regression, Green Chemistry.
How to cite this article: Kadhem AA. Nano-Confined [Bmim][Pf6] Ionic Liquid Behaviour In Nanoporous Materials For Catalytic Applications. Int J Drug Deliv Technol. 2026;16(7s): 866-876; DOI: 10.25258/ijddt.16.7s.92
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Conflict of interest: None