Abstract
A novel microporous fluoropolymer with organic network architecture was prepared by the simple self crosslinking reaction of the monomer 9,10-Bis (pentafluorophenyl) -9,10-dihydroanthracene-2,3,6,7-tetrol. The specific surface area of the fluoropolymer was estimated by N(2) adsorption measurements. The microporous framework fluoropolymer (MP) exhibits BET surface area of 1050 m(2)/g. The micropore size distribution (MPSD) curve shows a high concentration of subnanometer pores which is commonly required for hydrogen storage and easy release. The hydrogen adsorption capacity of the MP is promising and the performance is comparable to other reported microporous polymers and commercial resins. Based on that, MP can be considered as a potential hydrogen storage material.