Scaffolded nanopores during carbonization: a strategy for stabilizing nanoporous polymer-derived carbons

Key Points

• Improvement in nanopore stability occurs during the carbonization process, enhancing properties of derived carbons.
• Key metric: scaffolded structures increased porosity by approximately 30%, crucial for material functionality.
• Assessment using scaffold designs during carbonization reveals insights into structural integrity and performance.
• Highlights the importance of nanopores for optimizing polymer-derived carbons, suggesting avenues for advanced materials.