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In a [3]rotaxane molecular machine, the positions of two crown ether macrocycles can be precisely controlled via chemical and electrochemical inputs, demonstrating a coupled motion where each ring's position thermodynamically influences the other. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.NOVEL_FINDING. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

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The aim is to synthesize and characterize a molecular machine based on a [3]rotaxane to explore its switching capabilities.

July 2, 2026Angewandte Chemie International EditionOpen Access

Precision Switching and Coupled Motion in a 3Rotaxane Molecular Machine

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LALeonardo AndreoniInstitute of Organic Synthesis and Photoreactivity JGJessica GroppiInstitute of Organic Synthesis and Photoreactivity ACAlberto CrediUniversity of Bologna

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Randomized trial demonstrates coupled motion in a multicomponent molecular machine, suggesting advancements for future molecular applications.

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The aim is to synthesize and characterize a molecular machine based on a [3]rotaxane to explore its switching capabilities.
Synthesis and characterization of a multicomponent molecular system with two crown ether macrocycles.
Controlled positioning of the rings through chemical and electrochemical inputs.
Analysis using NMR spectroscopy and voltammetric techniques.
The two rings can be manipulated to neighboring, same, or opposite positions.
Each ring's position affects the other, demonstrating coupled motion.
Characterization reveals a complex thermodynamic reaction network.

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Andreoni et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a4601009ed1343031310fda https://doi.org/10.1002/anie.6152447

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Randomized trial demonstrates coupled motion in a multicomponent molecular machine, suggesting advancements for future molecular applications.

Precision Switching and Coupled Motion in a 3Rotaxane Molecular Machine

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Precision Switching and Coupled Motion in a 3Rotaxane Molecular Machine

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