title: Synthesis of a novel cone-shaped CaAl-layered double hydroxide (LDH): its potential use as a reversible oil sorbent.
abstract: A novel cone-shaped superhydrophobic and oleophilic CaAl-LDH intercalated with dodecyl sulphate (DS(-)) anions was synthesized from calcium dodecyl sulphate as a precursor via a one-step hydrothermal method. The synthesized LDH has been successfully utilized in mopping and regeneration of oil from oil-water mixtures.
authors.affiliation: Unilever R&D Bangalore, 64 Main Road, Whitefield, Bangalore-560066, India.
authors.forename: Kingshuk
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Dutta
authors.forename: Amitava
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Pramanik