Fig. 2: Construction of the dense polycation-cluster channels.
From: Diurnal humidity cycle driven selective ion transport across clustered polycation membrane
a Height profile for the p-BCP membrane, showcasing an approximate thickness of 74 nm. Inset: Sectional AFM height visualization of the p-BCP membrane placed on a silicon wafer. b Detailed XPS readings for N and Cl elements in both BCP and p-BCP membranes. c FT-IR readings for both the BCP and p-BCP configurations. d 1D GI-SAXS interpretation derived from the 2D GI-SAXS layout, highlighting the periodic design. e SEM depiction coupled with EDS traces for the p-BCP membrane. f TEM visualization of the p-BCP membrane, revealing the hexagonal alignment of the polycation clusters. Inset: AFM height depiction of the p-BCP structure.
