High-temperature sintered 3D-printed alumina as mechanically robust supports for MOF catalysis

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Abstract

We demonstrate the functionalization of high-temperature sintered, 3D-printed α-alumina ceramics with ZIF-8 and MOF-808 to create robust MOF-ceramic composites. Dense α-alumina sintered at 1450-1650 °C can be directly functionalized despite its low surface hydroxyl density. The composites unite MOF activity with the mechanical strength and design freedom of additive-manufactured ceramics. Using MOF-808, rapid and complete degradation of dimethyl-4-nitrophenyl phosphate (DMNP) was achieved, with cycling tests confirming strong MOF adhesion. Grid-like printed geometries provided high surface area and handling advantages, eliminating centrifugation and filtration required for powders. This work establishes a scalable platform for integrating MOFs with mechanically resilient, architected ceramics for further applications, such as catalysis, separations, and water treatment.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)8365-8369
Number of pages5
JournalMaterials Advances
Volume6
Issue number22
Early online date10 Oct 2025
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 21 Nov 2025

Funding

FundersFunder number
European Union101002176
Österreichische Forschungsförderungsgesellschaft mbH (FFG)FFG-894592

    Austrian Fields of Science 2012

    • 205004 Functional materials
    • 104008 Catalysis

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