Journal of Colloid and Interface Science, Vol.240, No.2, 480-486, 2001
Studies on mixed monolayers and Langmuir-Blodgett films of Schiff-base complex Cu(SBC18)(2) and Calix[4]arene
Mixed monolayers of Schiff-base complex Cu(SBC18)(2) with an octadecyl hydrocarbon chain and Calix[4]arene without a long alkyl chain at an air/water interface were studied in ultrapure water at different temperatures. Interface behavior and thermodynamic estimation of the mixed monolayer indicate that a strong intermolecular interaction exists between the mixed components (Cu(SBC18)(2) and calix[4]arene) and the two-dimensional miscibility decreases with the molar fraction of Cu(SBC18)(2). It is noticeable that the calix[4]arene monolayer can be transferred successfully onto solid substrates due to the introduction of Cu(SBC18)(2). FTIR transmission and UV-Vis absorption spectra of mixed LB films provide further evidence of molecular interaction between the headgroups.