Polycarbonate Synthesis via Ring-Opening Polymerization: Catalysts, Mechanisms, and Sustainable Strategies

Key Points

• This research aims to explore the synthesis of polycarbonates through ring-opening polymerization while identifying catalysts and sustainable strategies.
• Investigated various catalysts for the synthesis of polycarbonates via ring-opening polymerization.
• Analyzed the mechanisms involved in the polymerization process.
• Evaluated sustainability practices in the synthesis of polycarbonates.
• Polycarbonates exhibited improved properties such as transparency and impact resistance with optimal catalyst selection.
• Sustainable strategies significantly reduced environmental impact during synthesis processes.