Smart light-triggered thermo-responsive superwetting CoZn-ZIF decorated PVDF/PNIPAM@GO nanofiber membranes for switchable oil-water emulsion separation

Key Points

• Effective separation of oil-water emulsions is achieved using thermo-responsive membranes for enhanced superwetting properties.
• The membranes, made from PVDF and PNIPAM, were embedded with CoZn-ZIF to improve functionality and switchable characteristics.
• Analysis focuses on the oil-water emulsion separation process, utilizing advanced nanofiber technology for enhanced performance.
• Findings may enable novel applications in water treatment systems and environmental remediation with increased efficiency.