Raman Spectroscopy for Characterization of Hydrotalcite-like Materials Used in Catalytic Reactions

*Luciano Honorato Chagas, Sandra Shirley Ximeno Chiaro, Alexandre Amaral Leitão and Renata Diniz*

## **Abstract**

This chapter covers a brief review of the definition, structural characteristics and main applications of hydrotalcite, an interesting multifunctional material which finds applicability in different areas. Particularly, some catalytic reactions using hydrotalcite or mixed oxides derived from these materials are addressed (Ethanol Steam Reforming, Photochemical conversions, Hydrodesulfurization). The use of Raman Spectroscopy associated with other techniques, such as powder X-ray diffraction (XRD), Extended X-ray Absorption Fine-Structure (EXAFS), Temperature Programmed Reduction of hydrogen (H2-TPR), Fourier-Transform Infrared (FTIR) and Density Functional Theory (DFT) simulations, to characterize this type of material is addressed through examples described in the current literature. In this sense, multidisciplinary efforts must be made in order to increase the understanding of the properties of these materials and the catalytic behavior in the most varied reactions.

**Keywords:** hydrotalcite, heterogeneous catalysis, Raman spectroscopy, nanomaterials, photocatalysis

## **1. Introduction**

Hydrotalcite is a hydroxycarbonate of magnesium and aluminum which occur in nature as a layered double hydroxide (LDH). The LDHs are represented by the general formula [M2+(1-x)M3+x(OH)2]*x*<sup>+</sup> (Ax/n) n−·*n*H2O, where M2+ and M3+ are divalent and trivalent cations, respectively, and A*n*<sup>−</sup> is a charge compensation anion. Their structure consists of brucite-type layers (**Figure 1**), with the substitution of divalent with trivalent cations resulting in a positively charged layer, compensated by interlayer anions [1, 2]. In addition, water molecules are present in interlayer spaces collaborating for the stabilization of the crystalline arrangement through varying hydrogen bonds.

The mineral hydrotalcite has the molecular formula Mg6Al2(OH)16CO3.4H2O, however, the synthetic hydrotalcite-like materials can have a wide compositional cation variability, different cationic ratios and varying anions in the interlayer region.

#### **Figure 1.** *Schematic representations of (a) Brucite and (b) Hydrotalcite.*

Undoubtedly the LDH most used in several applications is the MgAl-LDH system containing carbonate as interlayer ions. However, several other cations and anions are part of countless possible compositions. Co-precipitation is the main preparation method of LDHs, which consists of slowly adding an aqueous solution containing the metal ions in a proper ratio over an aqueous solution containing the hydroxyl ions (usually NaOH) and the anion to be intercalated under vigorous stirring during a certain time. The obtained precipitate is filtered, washed with deionized water, and dried. This is the least cost method for producing LDH. Mostly the production requires strict control of temperature, stirring, and pH to avoid the formation of impurities such as simple hydroxides. In the industrial case, the separation of impurities can raise the price of the final product.

These materials can be prepared by several methodologies other than coprecipitation. An alternative is the hydrothermal method, which permits obtaining high particle size and high product purity [3, 4]. This method is similar to the co-precipitation, meantime, after stirring the suspension is transferred to a Teflon autoclave for hydrothermal treatment. The temperature and aging time influences directly in the crystallinity and morphology uniformity of the material [3–8]. Urea hydrolysis is a satisfactory example of hydrothermal synthesis in which urea is used as a source of carbonates and hydroxyls anions, providing better crystallinity due to very slow precipitation [9–11].

The ion exchange method is widely used; mainly for the intercalation of drugs [12, 13]. This method consists of inserting the precursor LDH in an aqueous solution containing the anion to be intercalated. The exchange of anions in the interlamellar space occurs after pH adjustment and constant stirring, generating a new LDH after the experimental procedures. The solid precipitate is then filtered, washed with deionized water, and dried in an oven. Increased interlayer distance may occur depending on the size of the intercalated ion, as exemplified in **Figure 2**.

The LDHs reconstruction method is known as the memory effect, an intrinsic property of this type of material, which is characterized by the regeneration of the lamellar structure after thermal decomposition (**Figure 3**).

The thermal decomposition of this type of material is a complex sequence of steps that involve dehydration, dehydroxylation (loss of hydroxyls), and loss of

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**Figure 2.** *Schematic representation of ion exchange method.*

**Figure 3.** *Schematic representation of memory effect.*

carbonate in the starting material [14]. The initial lamellar structure forms mixed metal oxides as the final products of thermal decomposition. When subjected to hydration, these oxides are capable of regenerating the initial lamellar structure. This method can also be used for ion exchange, since the solution used for rehydration may contain anions different from those contained in the initial LDH.

In addition to the aforementioned methodologies, the following deserve mention: sol–gel synthesis [15, 16], salt oxide method [17, 18], sonochemical assisted synthesis [19–21], and manual grinding method [22, 23]. The methodologies mentioned here do not exhaust the possibilities of synthesis of LDH. It should be noted that each method has its advantages and disadvantages and can be improved and applied according to the specifics of the desired product.

## **2. Applications of hydrotalcite-like materials**

The great current interest in LDHs is due to the wide range of possible applications in different areas. This is reflected in a large number of recent reviews and papers published in high-impact journals from a variety of research fields. In the biomedical area, for example, Shirin *et al.* [24] described recent advances in the structure, properties, synthesis, functionalization, and drug delivery applications of LDHs. It was emphasized that compared to other nanomaterials, LHDs are better candidates for release a drug/gene in a controlled manner and deliver them efficiently in the target sites. This is due to its structure and high surface volume ratio. Moreover, the stability in a definite pH range, biocompatibility, high loading, and high anion exchange capacities improve the bioavailability and allow slow release of intercalated drug decreasing the frequency of drug administration.

Jin *et al.* [25] reported that the physicochemical properties of the LDH nanoparticles favor the high biocompatibility and low toxicity for use in the human biological system. The synthetic MgAl-LDH Talcid®, from Bayer, is a traditional example of this field. This worldwide commercialized stomach antacid and anti-pepsin has a structure analogous to that of the hydrotalcite mineral, being able to keep the stomach pH stable between 3 and 5. The intercalation of LDHs with anionic biomolecules, forming the so-called hydrotalcite nanohybrids, is also addressed in the work of Jin *et al.* [25]. DNA, small interfering ribonucleic acid (siRNA), anti-cancer drugs, and contrast agents are among the anionic bioactive molecules that can be intercalated in the hydrotalcite structure. Because it is naturally sensitive to the biological acid medium, LDH allows for controlled drug/gene delivery. In addition, its physicochemical properties such as particle size and morphology can be controlled by varying the synthesis conditions, enabling the minimization of toxicity.

Still, in relation to the use of LDHs in the biomedical area, Meirelles and Raffin [26] published a technological and scientific prospection related to patents and articles involving composites employed in therapeutic devices. Despite the growing interest in the area, the authors considered the number of patents low (on average less than 10 documents per year in the last decade), and attributed this to the lack of regulation on nanomaterials used in the development of medications. Additionally, for further advances in nanomedicine applications are necessary: to improve the synthesis methodologies to enable uniform particle size distribution; understand how the number/density of surface modifiers affects biological performance; increase the molecular selectivity; study long-term side effects; to develop diverse imaging modalities for studies at molecular level providing comprehensive biological information; and to develop functional LDHs loading multiple antigens and biological adjuvants [27].

Another extremely relevant sector where LDHs are widely used is the removal of contaminants from water. Access to clean water and an efficient basic sanitation system are essential factors for socioeconomic development and the reduction of millions of deaths annually worldwide. Certainly, this situation is further aggravated by the pandemic caused by the new corona virus. Moreover, the need for decontamination of rivers and fountains is increasing, due to pollution caused by industrial and human waste. In this sense, LDHs have been extensively researched for use in water purification [28–30]. Its anion exchange property associated with high surface area, compositional versatility, and higher adsorption capacity are characteristics that differentiate them from other mineral adsorbents such as aluminum or iron oxy-hydroxides [28]. Nevertheless, scientists in this field agree that more knowledge is needed to be able to apply these materials on a large scale [28–31]. Techniques of preparation, functionalization and thermal activation must

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be improved aiming to increase the understanding of their behavior on an atomic scale. In this way, it will be possible to correlate structure, chemical composition, morphology, and surface properties to maximize the adsorption capacity and, consequently, achieve better performances in removing pollutants from water.

Polymer nanocomposites (PNCs) containing LDHs are also considered as an important alternative for water purification systems. These materials have the interesting ability to combine the characteristics of the polymeric matrix and the LDH, forming nanocomposites with multifunctional properties. Pandey *et al.* summarized eight methods used to water decontamination: adsorption, coagulation and flocculation, membrane separations, ion exchange, oxidation, advanced oxidation process, biodegradation, and microbial treatment [32]. The authors stated that is required a combination of processes to insure adequate quality of water, and PNCs can be used in all these processes, permitting efficient decontamination of metal ions, dyes, and microbes. Excellent arsenic absorption and regeneration ability were reported for PNCs, and factors like synthesis, calcination and LDH composition were pointed as crucial for achieve a better performance [33]. Wang *et al.* synthesized a functionalized hydrotalcite/graphene oxide hybrid nanosheets and used as nanofiltration membrane for water desalination. The exfoliated hydrotalcite and graphene oxide were incorporated into polyamidde membrane, generating a material with singular characteristics, achieving enhanced water flux and superior water softening performance [34]. However, according to Mohapi *et al.* [31], there are challenging conditions for these materials to be manufactured and used efficiently, such as: the selection of appropriate nanomaterials that possess specific interfacial interaction, the compatibility of nanomaterials with polymer matrix, and the homogeneous dispersion of LDH particles in the polymeric matrix. Given the above, the use of LDHs or PNCs for water contaminants elimination requires a multidisciplinary knowledge of characterization techniques, whether they are X-ray diffraction, microscopic or spectroscopic.

The great interest in the application of LDHs and their composites with various substances is not limited only to the mentioned areas. A series of possible preparations, characterizations, and industrial applications were exemplified in some interesting reviews [35, 36]. The review of Yan *et al.* report the use of these materials in the selective catalytic reduction of NOx with NH3, which is one important task for non-power industry (steel, cement, waste incineration, etc.), capable of enabling energy conservation and emission reduction [37]. The uniform interlayer galleries of the LDHs allow its application as membranes for gas/liquid separations [38]. Their excellent anion exchange capacity stimulates the use as host-guest materials applied in the pesticide-related field [39]. The improved thermal, mechanical and rheological properties of PNCs containing LDHs significantly enhance the performance on flame retardancy and physical properties of the paper and epoxy resin [40, 41]. Low cost plastic films can be produced and used in agricultural area. The work of Xie *et al.* showed that PNCs composed by low density polyethylene and intercalated LDH with lauryl phosphoric acid ester potassium can be applied for this purpose [42]. Charttejee *et al.* reported the synergistic effect present in bionanocomposites made from LDH and different biopolymers [43]. The importance of this theme is related to environmental protection, since biopolymers are environment friendly, fully degradable and sustainable materials. In the area of fertilizers, for example, Borges *et al.* [44] stressed the importance of new methods or products to achieve improvements in the management of nutrients and to reduce environmental impacts. The use of LDHs for corrosion protection of aluminum alloys has also been identified as a new alternative to replace chromate-based coatings due to the harmful action of chromium species on human health and the environment [45]. Electrochemical

capacitors, or supercapacitors, based on LDHs also have been studied as novel and sustainable energy storage technology [46]. Furthermore, the structural characteristics of hydrotalcite-like materials are identified as suitable for use as building materials in the construction industry in addition to factors such as low cost and high availability in mineral reserves [47]. Thus, LDHs find applications in these and in several other fields of research. In the next section, emphasis will be placed on its use in catalytic reactions.

## **3. Some catalytic reactions using hydrotalcite or mixed oxides derived from these materials**

One of the areas in which LDHs find wide application is in catalysis. Particularly, in heterogeneous catalysis and photocatalysis, the LDHs are very used as a catalyst or, mainly, as a precursor of mixed oxides, which, in turn, can be used in various industrial catalytic processes [48–54]. Below will be highlighted some interesting catalytic reactions using hydrotalcite-like materials as catalyst or catalyst precursor. Examples of how Raman spectroscopy can be used to characterize these materials will also be discussed.

### **3.1 Ethanol steam reforming**

The use of hydrogen as an alternative to fossil fuels is an area of great interest to industries, governments, and researchers worldwide. In addition to its pollutionfree characteristic, the high energy value and rich resources further enhance research on this subject. The catalytic steam reforming is the technology applied industrially for the hydrogen production. Light hydrocarbons are used in this process, especially methane. In this case, the reaction occurs in two steps: firstly, methane reacts with water vapor generating CO and H2; after, CO undergoes water gas shift (WGS) reaction generating CO2 and more H2 Eqs. (1) and (2).

$$\text{CH}\_4 + \text{H}\_2\text{O} \rightarrow \text{CO} + 3\text{H}\_2 \qquad \qquad \Delta \text{H}^\circ\_{\text{\textdegree}\text{\textdegree K}} = \text{206 kj} \text{mol}^{-1} \tag{1}$$

$$\text{CO} + \text{H}\_2\text{O} \rightarrow \text{CO}\_2 + \text{H}\_2 \qquad \qquad \Delta \text{H}^\circ\_{\text{z98K}} = -41 \text{ kj} \,\text{mol}^{-1} \tag{2}$$

An alternative for the hydrogen production is the use of alcohols as source. Particularly, in relation to other alcohols, ethanol has some advantages from a socioenvironmental point of view, such as ease of obtaining from renewable sources, large volume of production due to existing industrial facilities, ease of handling, and being non-toxic. The Eq. (3) summarizes the global ethanol steam reforming (ESR) reaction, but several other reactions such as WGS Eq. (2) and Boudouard reaction Eq. (4) occur concurrently [55].

$$\text{C}\_{2}\text{H}\_{\text{S}}\text{OH} + \text{3H}\_{2}\text{O} \rightarrow 2\text{CO}\_{2} + \text{6H}\_{2} \qquad \qquad \Delta\text{H}^{\circ}\_{\text{296K}} = \text{174 kJ mol}^{-1} \tag{3}$$

$$\text{2CO} \rightarrow \text{CO}\_2 + \text{C} \qquad \qquad \Delta \text{H}^\circ\_{\text{298K}} = -172.5 \text{ kJ} \cdot \text{mol}^{-1} \tag{4}$$

Several systems are tested in the ESR reaction and the most relevant results are obtained for catalysts containing noble metals such as Pt, Pd, Ru or Rh [56, 57]. On

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the other hand, Ni, Co or Cu based catalysts can provide a better cost–benefit ratio. However, the greatest impediment to the industrial use of this process is to control the secondary reactions that occur and lead to the deactivation of the catalyst. The resolution for this involves the development of active, selective, and stable catalysts. Thus, mixed oxides formed from LDHs have been used for this purpose.

Passos *et al.* [58] combined Quick-EXAFS and Raman spectroscopies in *operando* conditions to monitoring activation, reaction, and deactivation of NiCu catalysts obtained from hydrotalcite-like precursors. The catalyst activation was performed by heating the LDH precursor under two steps. Firstly, the LDH precursor was calcined under air atmosphere until 210°C. After purge with He, the material was further heated up to 500°C under 5% of H2/He in order to form the metallic nanoparticles. The EXAFS and XANES analyzes showed that the activation method used is more efficient than the conventional one, as it completely reduces the copper and nickel particles producing metallic particles at lower temperatures.

Raman and mass spectroscopies were used to monitoring the evolution of ethanol conversion and products obtained during the ESR reaction. Full conversion was achieved during the initial 30 min, however several byproducts were observed revealing the occurrence of parallel reactions. After 50 min a decrease in ethanol conversion is accompanied by a decrease in selectivities to CO2 and H2. The catalyst deactivation was monitored by increase of D and G bands observed respectively at 1336 and 1586 cm−1 in Raman spectra. These bands are respectively characteristics of large aromatic ring systems and ordered graphitic carbon species. Concomitantly, mass spectroscopy showed that these coke deposits originate from decomposition reactions of ethylene, acetaldehyde, and methane, in addition to the polymerization of ethylene and the Boudouard reaction. Besides filamentous and graphitic, amorphous coke species also were detected by Raman analysis, reaching 30% of coke deposits after 180 min on stream. The amorphous coke species were identified through vibrations at 1278 and 1500 cm−1, by deconvolution of Raman signals. These species come from acetaldehyde and ethylene reactions, and encapsulate the metallic sites accelerating the deactivation process. Oxidative regeneration was performed and ESR reaction was restarted. Then, metallic particles were recovered (100% of Cu0 and 85% of Ni0 ) due to the H2 formed in the ESR reaction, leading to a second reaction cycle with performance equivalent to the first one.

Sikander *et al.* published a detailed review addressing the hydrogen production using hydrotalcite based catalysts [59]. Besides ESR reaction, emphasis was given to reactions such as: methane steam reforming, methanol steam reforming, dry reforming of hydrocarbons, methane partial oxidation, and sorption enhanced reaction process. The authors highlighted that the main drawback in conventional hydrogen production systems is the high carbon deposition on catalytic surface. In this sense, it is necessary to produce in situ catalytic regeneration conditions. Undoubtedly, the work of Passos *et al.* [58] represents a contribution in this regard. Indeed, the structure and high surface area of the LDH based catalysts are physicochemical characteristics that make these materials able to overcome these challenges. New compositions and the association of LDHs with other materials, forming nanocomposites, are pointed out as the future of catalysts for hydrogen generation.

#### **3.2 Photochemical conversions**

During a photocatalytic process, a semiconductor surface is excited by ultraviolet–visible radiation. After absorbing energy equivalent to or greater than its band gap, an electron (*e* − ) is promoted from the valence band (VB) to the conduction band (CB), where holes (*h*<sup>+</sup> ) are produced. Then, photocatalytic reactions occur

through charge conductors, derived from this electronic promotion between bands, leading to the reduction of molecules adsorbed by the excited electrons present in the CB or to the oxidation of molecules by the positively charged holes in the VB (**Figure 4**). Thus, the generation of photoactivated electron–hole pairs allows conducting a widespread range of important chemical reactions [60–64] in an economical and environmentally sustainable manner as alternative to substitute the traditional processes. Because of low costs, recyclability capacity, wide light absorption range, and adjustable band gap, the hydrotalcite-like materials are intensively studied as photocatalysts.

As mentioned in Section 2, LDHs can be used for water purification. Major sources of environmental contamination are found in industrial waste, mainly from the dyeing industries, leading to problems such as low biodegradability, changes in color, smell and pH, in addition to low oxygen availability. The biological treatment is the most used for decontamination of water containing dyes, however it is considered slow and several poisonous molecules cannot be biologically treated. Other techniques are considered expensive and not all the usual techniques are capable of efficiently eliminating all toxic elements. In this regard, photocatalysis emerges as an alternative, enabling the development of more efficient and less environment harmful systems.

De Carvalho *et al.* [65] carried out the application of a niobium oxide catalyst supported on mixed oxide derived from LDH in the photodegradation of the methylene blue dye. The synthesis of ZnAl-LDH was performed by co-precipitation. After thermal decomposition, the precursor generated a mixed oxide, which was submitted to wetness impregnation for incorporation of niobium oxide. In the tests, after only three hours of sun exposure, the applied catalyst led to almost 100% degradation of the dye without the need for any additives. After degradation, the catalyst was recovered and reapplied in another three reaction cycles without significant loss of catalytic activity. This study showed the importance of using photocatalysis in advanced oxidation processes as a method for destroying water polluting molecules.

In another work, De Carvalho *et al.* [66] tested this system in oxidative and photochemical conversion of anilines to azoxybenzenes. Beyond ZnAl, MgAl and MgZnAl-LDH were also synthesized and tested as supports for niobium oxide, yet MgZnAl catalyst was more successful, leading to azoxybenzenes yields up to 92%. The XRD patterns showed wide profiles associated to mixed oxides with low crystallinity. In this case, the presence of niobium species on the support surface was verified through Raman spectroscopy coupled to an optical microscope with a CCD detector. The Raman mapping was measured in the region characteristic of

**Figure 4.** *Schematic representation of a reaction catalyzed by a semiconductor.*

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niobium oxides (between 960 and 750 cm−1). Integration of this area revealed that the relationship between zinc content and surface area is inversely proportional. This directly affects the dispersion of niobium oxide on the support surface, because the greater the amount of zinc in the support, the greater the number of NbOx clusters, that is, the lesser the dispersion. However, even with heterogeneity in the active phase distribution, the most effective catalyst was the one impregnated on the mixed oxide derived from MgZnAl-LDH. DFT calculations and acid-basic characterization tests showed that the balance between acidic and basic sites is responsible for the greater activity of this catalyst. Moreover, DFT calculations revealed that the charge transfer between nitrogen of aniline and niobium is the first step of the mechanism of photocatalytic synthesis of azoxybenzenes, suggesting chemisorption between the reactant and the catalyst surface. Anyway, this work is an example of how multidisciplinary efforts should be used to characterize materials and understand reaction mechanisms.

## **3.3 Hydrodesulfurization**

In order to improve the air quality, governments in various countries have announced new regulations to reduce the level of sulfur, nitrogen, and other contaminants which are present in transportation fuels [67]. Therefore, refiners need to decrease the concentration of contaminants, particularly in gasoline and middle distillates [68]. Gasoline from fluid catalytic cracking (FCC gasoline), which represents 30–50% of the total gasoline pool, is by far the most important sulfur contributor in gasoline, up to 90% [69]. Although, the olefins, which are important contributors to the octane rating in commercial petrol, are also present in FCC fraction. As a result, FCC gasoline is the focus for sulfur reduction.

The conditions used in the catalytic hydrodesulfurization (HDS) process such as high pressure, high temperature, and high hydrogen consumption make the process expensive. Several alternative methods, such as adsorption or alkylation have been developed in recent years. However, the key technical problem for the HDS of FCC gasoline is to perform a deep sulfur removal and, at the same time, to reduce the loss of the olefins occurring in the HDS process, by minimizing the hydrogenation (HYD) [70].

To preserve the olefins responsible for the octane number, it is necessary to improve the selectivity of the conventional catalysts (sulfide CoMo/γ-Al2O3) without loss of octane number. In this connection, one of the key parameters which determine the activity of the CoMo HDS catalysts is the type of support. Aiming to reduce the loss of octane number, Zhao *et al.* [70] used sulfide CoMo catalysts supported on the MgAl, CuAl and ZnAl mixed oxides obtained from hydrotalcite compounds. The authors observed that the catalysts give lower levels of olefin hydrogenation than the traditional γ-Al2O3 supported catalyst. In this sense, Coelho *et al.* reported a series of papers devoted to the preparation, characterization and catalytic evaluation of CoMgMoAl catalysts derived from LDHs [71–73]. Initially, the co-precipitation method was used to prepare terephthalate-intercalated CoMgAl-LDH. Next, the anion exchange process was used to substitution of terephthalate by polyoxometalate and preservation of the LDH structure. Then, the calcination of this LDH generates CoMgMoAl mixed oxide, which is precursor of the sulfide active phase. The sulfide characterizations and catalytic tests showed that olefin hydrogenation is associated with un-promoted Mo sites while the improvement in activity and selectivity for HDS is due to the increase in the number of Mo sites promoted by Co.

Presently, we characterize an MgAl-LDH and evaluate the use of their derived mixed oxide as support for HDS catalyst in comparison with γ-Al2O3. The powder X-ray diffraction (XRD), BET, Temperature Programmed Reduction of hydrogen (H2-TPR), and Fourier Transform Spectroscopies (FTIR and FT-Raman) were used to characterize the materials. FTIR spectra were recorded on a BOMEN MB-102 spectrometer using pressed KBr pellets and 4 cm−1 of spectral resolution to verify the vibrational modes present in the samples. Good signal-to-noise ratio was obtained from the accumulation of 128 scans. Raman spectra were acquired on a LabRAM HR-UV 800/Jobin-Yvon equipment, with He–Ne (633 nm) laser and CCD detector. The resolution was 2 cm−1 in the range between 1200 and 100 cm−1. Moreover, the hydrodesulfurization of thiophene and hydrogenation of cyclohexene were the reactions chosen to evaluate the activity and selectivity of CoMo sulfide catalysts.

The MgAl-LDH and Boehmite are commercial samples provided by Petrobras-Cenpes. These samples were calcined at 500°C for 3 h under air, to obtain the oxide supports (named as MgAl and γ-Al2O3, respectively). The supports were submitted to incipient wetness impregnation of solutions containing the Mo and Co salts using the appropriate amount of ammonium heptamolybdate and cobalt nitrate, to obtain catalysts with 10% of MoO3 and 3% of CoO on the surface. After calcination at 450°C for 1 h, the oxide catalysts were denominated CoMo/MgAl and CoMo/γ-Al2O3.

The spectroscopic data obtained for the MgAl-LDH are shown in **Figure 5**. In the FTIR spectrum, the strong and wide absorption band centered at 3464 cm−1 is due to the contribution of the asymmetric stretching modes of the lamellar hydroxyl groups (νOH) and of the interlamellar water molecules [74]. The shoulder at 3085 cm−1 is characteristic of the νOH symmetrical stretching of water molecules interacting by hydrogen bonding with interlamellar carbonate ions. The poor absorption at 1633 cm−1 is attributed to the deformation mode of water molecules (δOH). The band at 1354 cm−1 is assigned to the asymmetric stretch mode, ν3, of carbonate, and the small band at 1074 cm−1 is assigned to the symmetrical mode, ν1, of carbonates connected to OH groups, as suggested by absorption around 3000 cm−1. This absorption is expected due to the decrease in the symmetry of the carbonate groups (from D3h to C2v), caused by different types of interaction of these anions with interlamellar water molecules and hydroxyl groups present in brucitelike layers [75, 76]. The band at 775 cm−1 corresponds to the mode of deformation outside the plane of carbonate ions, and the mode of deformation in the plane is

**Figure 5.** *FTIR (a), and FT-Raman (b) spectra of MgAl-LDH.*

observed at 679 cm−1. Still in the region of low wavenumber, the absorption around 557 cm−1 is attributed to the vibration of the carbonate-water units [76], however this absorption can also be attributed to the M-O-M, O-M-O, and M-OH lattice vibration modes (where M is Mg or Al) [77]. Finally, the 451 cm−1 band is attributed to the contribution of the Mg-O and Al-O stretching modes.

All data obtained through infrared analysis are in agreement with that observed in the FT-Raman spectrum. This spectrum features three typical LDH bands [76, 78]. The three weak absorptions at 1064 cm−1, 562 cm−1, and 354 cm−1 are attributed as symmetrical stretching of the carbonate ion, CO3 2− units linked by hydrogen interaction to interlamellar water molecules, and Mg-O stretching, respectively. Therefore, the vibrational study carried out using infrared and Raman spectroscopies suggests that carbonate ions are present in the crystalline network of the sample and are involved in hydrogen bonds.

In the infrared spectrum of the Boehmite sample, it is verified the presence of a band at 3315 cm−1 commonly attributed to the asymmetric stretching modes νOH from water molecules and hydroxides (**Figure 6a**). In addition, a band at 3094 cm−1 is observed due to the symmetric stretching νOH of hydroxyl groups interacting through hydrogen bonds. Around 1639 cm−1, absorption attributed to the δOH mode is noted. The δAl-OH mode is observed at 1074 cm−1. The νAl-O vibrational modes, with maximum absorption at 625 cm−1, appear as part of a wide and intense band in the region between 900 and 600 cm−1, which in turn still contains the contribution of lattice vibrational modes [79].

In the Raman spectrum (**Figure 6b**), the 680 and 500 cm−1 bands are assigned to the asymmetric and symmetric stretch modes νAl-OH, respectively. In addition, the intense band at 364 cm−1 stands out, due to the νAl-O stretching mode. Thus, these results corroborate with the infrared analysis, suggesting that the sample has a typical Boehmite spectrum.

All the peaks in the XRD patterns were indexed (**Figure 7**) [9, 80–84]. The cell parameters for the MgAl-LDH were refined using the Checkcell software [68] (**Table 1**). The input values were *a* = 3.0424 and *c* = 22.6641 Å of a rhombohedral *R-3 m* space group. The interlayer distance value calculated from the more intense reflection (d003) is consistent with the values found in the literature [9, 81].

**Figure 6.** *FTIR (a), and FT-Raman (b) spectra of Boehmite.*

**Figure 7.**

*X-ray diffraction patterns of (a) MgAl-LDH and MgAl, and (b) Boehmite and* γ*-Al2O3.*


**Table 1.**

*Crystallite size (CS) and lattice parameters for MgAl-LDH and its derived mixed oxide.*

Subtraction from this value of the brucite layer width (4.80 Å) provides an interlayer spacing around 2.70 Å, which is of the same order of magnitude of the size of carbonate anions in vertical orientation. This result agrees with Raman and FTIR data and suggests that these anions have reduced mobility in the crystal lattice as they are involved in strong electrostatic interactions with lamellar hydroxyls and water molecules located in the interlayer spaces [82, 83]. The other precursor exhibits a typical Boehmite profile; consisting of an orthorhombic unit cell with space group *Cmcm* [84–86].

The diffraction patterns obtained for the supports are also show in **Figure 7**. The XRD profile of MgAl mixed oxide is typical of rock-salt phase [87–89]. The cell parameter *a* (**Table 1**), lower than the pure MgO (4.211 Å), suggests an isomorphous Mg2+/Al3+ substitution, giving rise to an oxide solid solution containing Mg and Al [87–89]. In turn, the calcination of Boehmite led to the formation of γ-Al2O3, with spinel-type structure (*Fd-3 m* space group).

The XRD patterns obtained for both CoMo catalysts show no major differences relative to the respective supports, despite the decrease of the peak intensities, indicating a decrease in crystallinity after impregnation (**Figure 8**). This aspect indicates good dispersion of the impregnated phases in accordance with surface areas, which decreased slightly in relation to the supports (from 191 to 175 m2 g−1 for CoMo/MgAl, and from 240 to 201 m<sup>2</sup> g−1 for alumina based catalyst). However, in this case, the XRD technique does not allow the identification of the crystalline phases present on the supports. For this, Raman spectroscopy is extremely useful.

Typical Raman spectrum of the supported CoMo oxide catalysts is shown in **Figure 9**. The main bands around 995, 818, 665, 378, 337 and 291 cm−1 are characteristics of MoO3 [90, 91]. The most intense bands at 995 cm−1 and 818 cm−1 correspond to symmetric (νMo꞊O) and asymmetric stretching (νMo-O-Mo) vibrational modes, respectively [92]. Additionally, a low intense band assigned to CoMoO4 phase is observed at 950 cm−1 [93]. The CoMoO4 oxide is known as a good precursor for HDS catalysts, because it could lead to the formation of the active CoMoS Type II phases [94]. Thus, the Raman spectrum suggests that CoMoO4 and MoO3 species coexist on the surface of the supported CoMo oxide catalysts.

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**Figure 8.**

*X-ray diffraction patterns of the CoMo catalysts.*

**Figure 9.** *Raman spectrum of CoMo/*γ*-Al2O3 catalyst.*

H2-TPR technique was used to verify the reduction behavior of impregnated species on the supports. **Figure 10** shows the H2-TPR profiles of supported oxide catalysts. The CoMo/MgAl catalyst exhibit two peaks (375 and 556°C), while the CoMo/γ-Al2O3 catalyst display a peak at 460°C. In the literature, was reported that for catalysts containing only cobalt oxide dispersed on alumina (Co/γ-Al2O3) there is a peak around 340°C, assigned to the reduction of Co3O4, and peaks between 600 and 700°C, attributed to the reduction of Co2+ ions in different chemical environments [95]. When there is only molybdenum oxide on alumina (Mo/γ-Al2O3), the Mo6+ → Mo4+ reduction generally occurs at 500°C. This indicates that Mo6+ cations are easily reduced. Moreover, commonly above 800°C, are observed peaks related to different reduction steps (MoO3 → MoO2 → Mo0 ) [96, 97].

H2-TPR profiles obtained in the present work suggest an interaction between cobalt and molybdenum species, considering that the first peak is observed between 375 and 460°C (temperature higher than Co/γ-Al2O3 and lower than Mo/γ-Al2O3 reductions). Furthermore, for both samples the second reduction occurs above

**Figure 10.** *H2-TPR profiles of CoMo catalysts.*

800°C. The species reducing at slightly higher temperatures may have a somewhat stronger interaction with support surface. Thus, they cannot be reduced and they are therefore probably lead to inactive phases in the HDS reaction. Similar profile is observed in the work of Liu *et al.* [95], suggesting the formation of CoMoO4 in addition to MoO3 on both supports, corroborating the Raman results showed earlier. It is also observed that the reduction occurs primarily for the sample supported on mixed oxide derived from LDH. This suggests that the interactions of impregnated species with this support are weaker than with γ-Al2O3. Additionally, the hydrogen consumption in H2-TPR analyses is 1.8 and 2.2 mmol g−1 for CoMo/MgAl and CoMo/γ-Al2O3 respectively. This consumption is directly related to the amount of CoMo reducible species on the surface, which can be related to HDS activity.

For catalytic tests, the reactor was loaded with 300 mg of supported oxide catalyst and 900 mg of SiC (both 80–100 Tyler mesh) between quartz-wool plugs. The presulfiding of the supported oxide catalysts was carried out according to the following procedure: initially, the materials were dried at 150°C for 30 min under a 450 mL min−1 nitrogen flow. Then, the supported oxide catalysts were presulfided using a mixture of 1.66% CS2 in n-heptane (v/v). The liquid was fed to the reactor at 20 mL h−1 under hydrogen flow (450 mL min−1) and at atmospheric pressure. The sulfidation temperature was maintained at 280°C for 1 h, at 350°C for 30 min and, finally, at 400°C for 30 min. After sulfidation, the catalysts were tested at 280°C and 20 bar. The liquid feed consisting of 0.8% of thiophene and 17% of cyclohexene in n-heptane (v/v) was pumped to the reactor at 16.8 mL h−1 with a 450 mL min−1 hydrogen flow. The conversions were kept low in order to operate in differential regime.

The results show that the tested catalysts are active for both, HDS and HYD reactions, for which the main products were butenes and cyclohexane, respectively. Previous studies described calculations methods for the conversions of thiophene HDS and cyclohexene HYD, which were performed from the carbon balance for each of the reactants and the respective reaction products [73]. The results of catalytic performances are displayed in **Figure 11**. It is important to mention that the activity for HDS is practically the same for both catalysts, since thiophene conversions are around 14%. On the other hand, the catalyst supported on alumina has greater HYD activity than the catalyst supported on mixed oxide derived from LDH; in this case, the conversions of cyclohexene are 25 and 8.5%, respectively. Thus, the HDS/HYD ratios are 0.6 for sulfide CoMo/γ-Al2O3 and 1.7 for sulfide

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**Figure 11.** *Conversions of thiophene (a) and cyclohexene (b) for CoMo catalysts.*

CoMo/MgAl. This result shows that the catalyst supported on mixed oxide derived from LDH is more selective for HDS reaction.

As in the work of Trejo *et al.* [68], the supported MoO3 content is approximately 10%. This amount of molybdenum disperses widely in supports containing magnesium, forming MgMoO4 which are easily sulfided. After sulfidation, the type II CoMoS phase is formed, characterized by promoting high activity for HDS due to the weak interaction with the support, as revealed by Raman spectrum. The opposite effect occurs when the material is supported on alumina, forming connections of the Mo–O–Al type, responsible for making the material sulfidation difficult. The H2-TPR results corroborate these hypotheses, showing that the catalyst supported on MgAl oxide is reduced at lower temperatures than that supported on alumina, indicating less interaction between this support and the oxide precursor of the active phase.

In summary, supports based on mixed oxides derived from LDHs can be an alternative for use in HDS reactions. Raman spectroscopy is useful in the characterization of the support precursors and, associated with other characterization techniques, it is important in the identification of the active phases.

## **4. Conclusion**

An overview of hydrotalcite-like materials was presented and the most used preparation methods were described. The possibility of varied compositions and their unique structural characteristics make it possible to obtain materials with specific properties and applications in several areas of industrial interest. In catalytic systems particularly these materials are widely studied and several processes need further characterization. In this sense, Raman spectroscopy proves to be an extremely useful and versatile tool, as it can be used for the structural characterization of LDHs, derived mixed oxides, composites, and other materials used. Furthermore, Raman spectroscopy is a very sensitive technique that makes it possible to determine the chemical nature of reaction products, being able to monitor the entire catalytic process. Thereby, the association of Raman with other techniques will allow the evolution in the understanding of different materials and processes.

## **Acknowledgements**

The authors acknowledge the Petrobras for Financial support. Moreover, we would like to express our gratitude toward Prof. Arnaldo C. Faro Jr. (from UFRJ) for H2-TPR and HDS catalytic tests facilities, and Prof. Renato B. Guimarães and Jackson A.L.C. Resende (from LDRx/UFF) for providing the XRD facilities.

## **Conflict of interest**

The authors declare no conflict of interest.

## **Author details**

Luciano Honorato Chagas1 \*, Sandra Shirley Ximeno Chiaro2 , Alexandre Amaral Leitão1 and Renata Diniz3

1 Universidade Federal de Juiz de Fora, Juiz de Fora, MG, Brazil


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## **Chapter 9**

## Raman Spectroscopy in the Analysis of Textile Structures

*Dorota Puchowicz and Malgorzata Cieslak*

## **Abstract**

Raman spectroscopy as a non-destructive technique is very often used to analyze a historic or forensic material. It is also a very valuable method of testing textile materials, especially modified and functionalized. In the case of textiles, the advantages of this technique is the compatibility *inter alia* with FTIR, which is helpful in natural fibers identification or to distinguish between isomers and conformers of synthetic fibers. The work shows the possibility of special application of the Raman spectroscopy to the characterization of textile materials after modification and functionalization with nanoparticles. A functionalized textile structure with a metallic surface can provide a good basis for analytical studies using surface enhanced Raman spectroscopy as it was presented on the example of wool, cotton and aramid fibers.

**Keywords:** natural fibers, synthetic fibers, textile surface, functionalized textiles, SERS

## **1. Introduction**

Raman spectroscopy is complementary method to FTIR Spectroscopy as both methods are based on detection of molecule vibrations. These spectroscopic techniques have different mechanism of vibrations detection and different physical phenomena are studied. Vibrations modifying the dipole moment of a molecule are active in IR spectroscopy, whereas vibrations modifying the polarizability of a molecule (i.e. stretching of C-C or C=C groups) are detected by Raman technique [1]. That is why Raman spectrum brings information about polymer backbone structure, conformation, orientation, crystallinity, density, etc. All this causes that Raman spectroscopy is a very useful tool in the analysis of polymers. As the intensity of Raman scattering does not depend directly on the volume of the tested sample application of the optical microscope together with the Raman spectrometer allows analysis of very small samples, including nanoparticles. Samples once studied in Raman spectrometer could be given for additional analysis by other techniques, if it is necessary. Therefore Raman spectroscopy is a valuable tool in analysis of ancient materials or forensic samples and also can be successfully applied in the textile materials study. Modern Raman spectrometers equipped with advanced software and volume mapping system allow the characterization of textile materials containing nanoparticles, their distribution on the surface of the material and inside the fiber analyzing its cross-section as well as in the case of colored materials, distribution of dyes, metal-dye interactions on the surface and inside the fiber structure [2–9]. The functionalization with metal nanoparticles and metal oxides plays now a special role, as it offers the possibility of giving textile products such

properties as: bioactivity, UV protection, catalytic or conductive properties [2–15]. Knowledge of the structure of the fibers, their physical, chemical properties as well as surface characteristics [2–5, 16–20] is extremely important in carrying out any modification. Application of nanoparticles is closely related to the use of advanced research methods necessary for the analysis of modified surfaces. Research on the fibrous structures modification using nanoparticles is the another area of analysis in which Raman spectroscopy can be successfully applied. Furthermore presence of noble metal nanoparticles on the fiber surface affects its Raman spectrum causing the effect of strengthening the Raman signal from the fiber itself and the contained substances (e.g. dye, modifier) [21–23]. Thus functionalized textile structure can be a good substrate for analytical studies using surface enhanced Raman spectroscopy.

## **2. Raman spectra of textile fibers**

Raman spectroscopy, in general, is limited by fluorescence which often hides the Raman effect. However thanks to development of electronics and computing brought the possibility of Raman scattering enhancement, fluorescence minimalization, application different light sources in Raman spectrometers [24] significantly broadened analytical applications of this technique [25]. All Raman spectra presented in this chapter are performed on Raman Renishaw In via dispersive Spectrometer with Leica microscope. CCD detector of high quantum efficiency and extremely low intrinsic noise enabled to obtain Raman signal from textile substrate and 785 nm light excitation allowed overcome the fluorescence. Raman spectroscopy provides information about the structure of the fiber, e.g. the degree of crystallinity. Raman *inter alia* plays an important role in the analysis of hygroscopic fibers because, unlike FTIR, water does not affect the spectrum and is very useful in analysis of organic systems with C-C or C=C bonding.

## **2.1 Natural fibers**

Cotton is the most commonly used natural plant fiber and the second most popular fiber, next to polyester [26]. The main component of the cotton fiber is cellulose over 88%, other component pectin, wax, proteins and other organic materials do not exceed 2% [27]. In Raman spectrum (**Figure 1**) the most intense bands are the stretching vibrations of symmetric and asymmetric COC glycosidic ring breathing, skeletal stretching; at 1099 cm−1 asymmetric and 1125 cm−1 symmetric. Another vibrations characteristic for cotton are at: 331 and 381 cm−1 of CCC ring deformations bending, at 438 and 460 cm−1 of CCC, CCO ring deformation and skeletal bending, at 520 cm−1 COC glycoside linkage and CCC ring deformation bending, at 901,1001 cm−1 HCC, HCO skeletal rotating. Stretching vibrations of CC and CO of glycosidic ring are at 1156 cm−1. Cluster of bands in the region between 1200 and 1500 cm−1 concerns the CH2 twisting at 1297 cm−1, CH2 wagging 1341 cm−1, CH2 bending at 1384 cm−1, CH2 bending scissors at 1484 cm−1 [28, 29]. In this cluster should be also bending vibrations of alcohol COH that are overlapped. In the spectrum there are also present stretching bands of CH vibrations at 2903 cm−1.

Wool and silk are animal protein fibers [30]. Wool consists mainly of keratin which is sulfur possessing protein. Silk consists mainly of fibroin protein. In analysis of wool and silk, by vibrational spectroscopy techniques, Raman spectroscopy is the method that allows for their unambiguous identification. IR Spectra of wool and silk are very similar (**Figure 2**). No significant differences, even in fingerprint region could be observed, even differences in relative peak intensities or wavenumber shifts are very subtle. Only the band shapes in the area over 2900 cm−1

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**Figure 1.** *Raman spectrum of cotton fiber.*

#### **Figure 2.**

*IR spectrum of: a) wool, b) silk.*

distinguishes these fibers. However these slight differences are visible when the wool and silk spectra are aligned as it is shown in **Figure 2a** and **b**. Therefore, the use for the fiber identification the complementary method is recommended.

**Figure 3.** *Raman spectrum of: a) wool, b) silk.*

The Raman measurement on wool and silk will help to distinguish between the two protein fibers, as the spectra obtained are clearly different (**Figure 3a** and **b**). This is possible thanks to the sensitivity of this technique to differences in the organic structures, in this case the sequence of amino acids [30]. Silk fibroin is the protein mainly consists of alanine (44,1%) and glycine (26,5%). There are also present in smaller amounts serine (11,8%), tyrosine (4,9%), aspartic acid (4,7%) and arginine (2,6%). The content of other amino acids does not exceed 1%, and, at the same time there is no cysteine, that is one the basic components of wool keratin. Wool keratin in the protein that mainly consists of glutamic acid (11,9,%), serine (10,4%), cysteine (10,3%), glycine (8,4%), leucine (7,7%), arginine (6,9%), proline (6,6%) and other amino acids [31]. The different sequence of amino acids directly translates into different Raman characteristics and the fingerprint of wool and silk differ substantially. The most important observed feature in Raman spectrum of wool is the presence of band at 512 cm−1 characteristic to S-S disulphide bridge coming from cysteine [31, 32].

While in case of silk there is sequence of amino acids skeletal vibrations in the region of 100–500 cm−1 and the dominating band of amide CH2 bending at 1228 cm−1 [33]. The more detailed description of wool and silk Raman characteristic bands is listed in **Table 1**.

#### **2.2 Synthetic fibers**

Today most textile products are made of synthetic fibers (approx. 62%) [26], therefore they are the subject of research, including functionalization. Over the 50% of all fibers on the world market are polyester fibers (PET) Another popular synthetic fibers are nylon, acrylic, polypropylene, aromatic polyamides: metaand para-aramid. Aramid fibers due to their properties, such flame retardance, mechanical or thermal resistance are the class of heat resistant, flame retardant and


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#### **Table 1.**

*Raman characteristic bands of wool and silk.*

strong synthetic fibers. They are important in military applications i.e. for firefighters clothing or bullet resistant vests [34]. In the case of synthetic polymers, it is also important, that the intensity of Raman scattering is stronger than fluorescence. Raman spectra of Polyester (PET), nylon fibers (Polyamide 6 (PA 6) and Polyamide (6.6 PA 6.6), polypropylene (PP), polyacrylic fiber (PAN), meta-aramid (mAr) and para-aramid (pAr) are presented below and discussed.

In Raman spectrum of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) fiber [35–37] there are two dominating very intense bands: at 1615 cm−1 that is C-C aromatic ring and at 1728 cm−1 – carbonyl C=O stretching. Another characteristic bands of PET are: 278 cm−1 deformation skeletal C-C, 702 cm−1 ring C-C stretch, 859 cm−1 C-C, COC bending, 998 cm−1, 1096 cm−1 C-O and C-C stretch, 1181 cm−1 C-C ring stretch, 1289 cm−1 CO-O stretch, 1416, 1463 cm−1 CH2 bending. Band at 142 cm−1 belongs to TiO2 which is often used in the processing of the fiber, as a matting agent.

Raman spectrum of PET gives information about the polymer form. Textile polymers are not 100% crystalline, they also have amorphous areas, therefore the degree of crystallinity is determined for them. In the crystalline state the ethylene glycol units of PET have a *trans* structure while the amorphous state PET has a *gauche* structure of the ethylene glycol units [35]. An intense peak at 1,096 cm−1 indicates that analyzed PET fiber is in crystalline form. However, the carbonyl band at 1728 cm−1 is considered a better marker of crystallinity [35]. The highly crystalline samples give a narrow carbonyl peak; whereas for the amorphous the band width is demonstrably broader. In presented spectrum (**Figure 4**) peak at 1728 cm−1 is narrow, so the crystalline form is confirmed.

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**Figure 4.** *Raman spectrum of PET fiber.*

#### **Figure 5.**

*Raman spectrum of polyamide fibers: a) PA 6, b) PA6.6.*

Polyamides are polymers in which an amide group -NH-CO- joins the monomer units. Two most important commercially textile polyamides are Polyamide 6 (PA 6) and Polyamide 6.6 (PA 6.6). In both polyamides the monomeric units contains six

carbon atoms. They can be distinguished most easily by examining the melting point. However, these analysis requires destruction of the sample. Raman spectroscopy is in this case very good method for polyamide type identification, used in practice i.e. in the carpet recycling [38]. Raman Spectrum of PA 6 (**Figure 5a**) shows CC deformation at 643 cm−1, CCO stretching at 935 cm−1, CC skeletal stretching at 1066, 1084 and 1132 cm−1, CN stretching and NH bending of amide III at 1298 cm−1, CH2 twisting at 1308 cm−1, CH2 bending at 1448 cm−1, 1643 cm−1 C=O stretching and CH stretching at 2942 cm−1 [39].

There is also present band at 143 cm−1 of TiO2 used in fiber processing. While in the Raman spectrum polyamide 6.6 (**Figure 5b**) CC deformation at 643 cm−1, CCO stretching at 957 cm−1, CC skeletal stretching at 1059 and 1134 cm−1, NH deformation at 1238 cm−1, twisting at 1302 cm−1, CH2 bending at 1446 cm−1, 1643 cm−1 C=O stretching and CH stretching at 2882 cm−1 are present [39]. The Raman spectra of both polyamides differ from each other the presence of three skeletal CC bands (1066, 1084 and 1132 cm−1) in the case of PA 6 and two CC skeletal bands (1059 and 1134 cm−1) in the case of PA 6.6. Moreover PA 6,6 spectrum does not have an amide III band (C–N stretching and N–H bending) at 1298 cm−1, which is present in PA 6 spectrum.

Polypropylene fibers are the most commercially important polyolefin fibers, whose polymer chain consists of olefin units. Raman spectrum of PP (**Figure 6**) contains: CH2-CH-CH3 torsions in the polymer backbone at 107 and 175 cm−1 [40], CH2 wagging and CH bending at 251 and 399 cm−1, CH2 wagging and CH bending at 320 and 455 cm−1, CH2 wagging, CH2 bending and CCH3 stretching at 528 cm−1, CC backbone stretching, CH2 wagging, CCH3 stretching at 809 cm−1, CC backbone stretching, CH2 wagging, CCH3 stretching, CH3 bending at 847 cm−1, CC backbone stretching, CH3 rocking at 947 cm−1, CH3 rocking, CH2 wagging, CH bending at 999 cm−1, CC backbone stretching, CCH3 stretching, CH bending at 1038 cm−1, CC backbone stretching, CCH3 stretching, CH bending and CH3 bending at 1153 cm−1,

**Figure 6.** *Raman spectrum of PP fiber.*

CC backbone stretching, CH bending and CH2 twisting at 1219 cm−1, CH bending, CH3 symmetric bending at 1361 cm−1, CH3 asymmetric bending at 1436 cm−1, CH3 asymmetric bending and CH2 bending at 1460 cm−1, symmetric CH2 stretching at 2726 cm−1, symmetric CH3 stretching at 2844 cm−1 and 2887 cm−1, asymmetric CH3 stretching and 2955 cm−1 [41].

The skeleton C-C vibrations of PP are sensitive to conformation effects, thus the vibrations at 809 cm−1 and 842 cm−1 are connected to crystallinity of PP. The band at 809 cm−1 corresponded to vibrations of the crystalline moieties, whereas the band at 842 cm−1 to non-crystalline part [42].

Polyacrylic fibers used in the manufacturing of textiles are composed of at least 85% by weight of polyacrylonitrile and 4–10% of non-ionic comonomer and 0,5–1% of an ionic co-monomer [43]. This is due that fibers produced from 100% polyacrylonitrile have poor elasticity and they are difficult to dye [44]. Polyacrylonitrile (PAN) is produced by the polymerization of cyanoethene and nitrile CN group is the characteristic element of this polymer. In IR spectroscopy is the very useful method in the subclasses of acrylic distinguishing the additional comonomers and additives [39]. In Raman spectrum mostly polyacrylic polymer is visible. Presence of another monomers is not evident in Raman spectrum, they show only minor variations in band shapes [39].

In the Raman spectrum of PAN fiber (**Figure 7**) the dominant band is the nitrile CN stretching band at 2245 cm−1. Another characteristic bands of PAN concern the CH2 bending at 1455 cm−1, CH bending at 1314 cm−1, CN twisting at 1225 cm−1, CC skeletal stretching at 1118 and 1102 cm−1, CH2 twisting and CCN stretching at 829 cm−1, CN wagging and bending 638 cm−1, CN bending at 516 cm−1, CC backbone deformation at 397 cm−1 and 283 cm−1. Band at 142 cm−1 belongs to TiO2 used in fiber processing. Weak carbonyl band at 1737 cm−1 belongs to vinyl acetate monomer [39].

**Figure 7.** *Raman spectrum of PAN fiber.*

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Aramid fibers are made from aromatic polyamide polymers. Aramid chains possess amide groups which are directly connected to two aromatic rings: meta aramid (mAr) contains m-disubstituted benzene rings, para aramid (pAr) contains p-disubstituted benzene rings. Raman spectra of aramid fibers (**Figure 8**) are presented in the range 100–2000 cm−1 for better readability, as no bands were recorded in the 2000–3000 cm−1 area. Lack of the bands in the 2900–3200 cm−1 region characteristic of CH and NH stretching vibrations was interpreted to be due an orientational effects [45]. In the spectra of meta aramid (**Figure 8a**) characteristic Raman bands occur at 115 cm−1 (CC in-plane bending), at 192 cm cm−1 (ring out of plate CCC bending vibration), at 278 cm−1 (ring CCC asymmetric deformation, CN in-plane bending), at 659 cm−1 (ring puckering deformation, ring bending and asymmetric torsion, CH out-of-plane deformation), at 1003 cm−1 (trigonal ring breathing vibration CH in plane bending, ring and ring CH deformation), at 1250 cm−1 (NH bending and CN stretching), 1339 cm−1 (CH in-plane deformation), at 1420 and 1442 cm−1 (ring puckering vibration, aromatic CH bending), 1488 cm−1 (CH in-plane and NH in-plane bending), at 1547 cm−1 (NH in-plane bending), at 1606 cm−1 (CC aromatic ring stretching), at 1655 cm−1 (amide stretch C=O). In the spectrum of pAr (**Figure 8b**) characteristic Raman bands occur at 154 cm−1, at 633 cm−1 (CC ring in plane deformation), at 698 cm−1 (CH out-of-plane deformation; CO bending), at 739 cm−1 (CO in-plane bending; ring asymmetric CH deformation; CN stretching), at 789 cm−1 (CH out-of-plane deformation, CCC ring puckering deformation), at 845 cm−1 (CH out-of-plane deformation; ring CC stretching, ring bending and asymmetric torsion), at 919 cm−1 (ring out-of-plane bending, CH in-plane bending, CH in-plane ring bending mode, CC stretching), 1186 cm−1 (ring CH deformation), at 1280 cm−1 (NH bending and CN stretching, CC stretching), at 1332 cm−1 (ring CH bending, ring CC stretching), at 1414 cm−1 (symmetric ring puckering/aromatic CH in-plane), at 1520 cm−1 (ring CH bending), at 1576 cm−1 (amide II vibration, bend (NH) and stretch (CN), ring CC stretching; NH bending), at 1615 cm−1 (aromatic ring CC stretching), 1655 cm−1 amide I (CO stretching) [45].

**Figure 8.** *Raman spectrum of aramid fibers: a) mAr, b) pAr.*

Thus mAr could be identified by three characteristic Raman bands concerning CCC ring bending vibrations (at 115, 192 and 278 cm−1), and the presence intense band of ring breathing vibration (at 1003 cm−1). Spectrum of pAr exhibits characteristic Raman bands associated with p-substituted benzenes and may be identified by strong band at 154 cm−1 (unassigned), ring deformation bands at 789 cm−1 and 1182 cm−1, NH bending and CN stretching band at 1280 cm−1, ring CH bending and CC stretching at 1332 cm−1 and the intense band of aromatic ring CC stretching at 1615 cm−1. The Raman spectroscopy is a very good method for nondestructive and unambiguous identification of the aramid fibers as the spectra of mAr are sufficiently different from those of the pAr to enable a definitive distinguishing.

## **3. Textile modified structures**

Growing market demand for functional textile materials has followed the development of research on the fibrous structures modification using nanoparticles [2–23]. Modern multi-functional textiles are based very often on fibers surface modified with nanoparticles. The most extensively studied nanomaterial for textile modification is nanosilver. Over 200 publications a year concerning the textile functionalization by nanosilver appeared between 2015 and 2020 [46]. The second most studied nanoscale material, just behind silver is TiO2 with more than 100 publications per year since 2011 [46].

## **3.1 Characterization of functional textiles with silver nanowires (AgNWs)**

Application of silver nanowires AgNWs for textile functionalization allows for obtaining bifunctional textiles with bioacive and conductive properties [4–5]. AgNWs colloid of 0,5% concentration was synthetized [4, 44, 46, 47] and nanowires were applied to the surface of the fabrics by dipping and drying method [4–5].

Raman rectangle map of functionalized cotton is presented on **Figure 9**. Characterization of cotton modified by AgNWs was described in publications [4, 12].

**Figure 9.** *Raman map of cotton fabric functionalized by AgNWs.*

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Raman technique thanks to Raman mapping enables the characterization of the selected surface area on a micro scale. The analyzed area is visualized in terms of the intensity of the band characteristic for a given material or modifier. Two or even three dimensional maps (2D and 3D maps) show the distribution of the modifier on the analyzed area. Band characteristic for AgNWs is in the region 240–250 cm−1 and it is the result of Ag-O coordination band that is the effect of interactions between silver and oxygen adsorbed on the surface [4, 22, 48]. In the case of modified cotton AgNWs, no cotton bands are visible on the surface. All analyzed surface is covered with a metallic AgNWs coating. The map was made according to the characteristic band of Ag-O coordination at 238 cm−1.

Characterization of functionalized aramid fibers is presented on **Figures 10** and **11**. For the functionalized mAr, the most intense band of mAr is the ring breathing band at 1003 cm−1. Raman maps were performed according to the 1003 cm−1 band and according to AgNWs band which is represented by Ag-O coordination band at 238 cm−1 (**Figure 10**). Both maps are also presented in 3D form.

Whereas for the functionalized pAr, the characteristic band of mAr was the NH bending and CN stretching band at 1279 cm−1, characteristic band of AgNWs was Ag-O coordination band (**Figure 11**). In both figures (**Figures 10** and **11**), the blue color shows the area covered with nanowires, and the red color indicates that aramid predominates on the surface in the studied area.

## **3.2 Characterization functional textiles with TiO2 on the surface**

Titanium dioxide (TiO2) applied to the modification of textile materials can give them such properties as i.e. photocatalytic, self-cleaning, bioactive, UV protective etc. [2, 9, 49–52]. Raman map of TiO2 modified PP is presented on **Figure 12**.

Polypropylene as a one of the most used component of floorcoverings was also modified by TiO2. Titanium dioxide was applied to limit the environmental tobacco

**Figure 10.** *Raman map of mAr modified by AgNWs.*

**Figure 11.** *Raman map of pAr modified by AgNWs.*

**Figure 12.** *Raman map of PP fiber modified by TiO2.*

smoke (ETS) sorption by the photocatalytic decomposition of ETS-derived nicotine (basic marker of tobacco smoke exposure) [50–52]. Thanks to Raman Surface mapping the TiO2 distribution on the PP fiber can be evaluated. The analyzed area

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**Figure 13.**

*Cross-sections of PP fibers modified with TiO2.*

is visualized in terms of the intensity of the 142 cm−1 band that is characteristic for TiO2 in anatase form [52]. The characteristics of functional fiber can be enriched by the cross-section map as it is shown on the **Figure 13**. The cross-section map illustrates the place of modification revealing whether the modification takes place on the surface, or in the volume of the fiber.

## **4. SERS effect on textile fibers surface**

The functionalization of textile with silver nanoparticles causes formation of metallic layer on their surfaces and in consequence possibility of Raman signal enhancement [4, 21–23]. The research on the functionalization of fibers has shown that a textile material can be a good carrier for the SERS effect [22]. SERS effect on cotton brought not only designed functionalization effects. This method turned out to be the useful tool in the identification of the reactive dyes for cotton dyed with low color intensity. In the **Figure 14** there is presented the Raman map on cotton fabric. Spectra presented below map are the reference spectra of cotton and reactive red dye. Red line is the spectrum detected on functionalized cotton surface. In addition to the band characteristic for AgNWs, the signal enhancement and in consequence increase in the intensity of the bands in the region of 1100–1600 cm is visible. This enhancement concerns main band of cotton at 1099 cm−1 and the bands of reactive dye. When compare this spectrum with the spectrum of cotton modified by AgNWs shown in **Figure 9**, it can be noticed that the cotton and dye

#### **Figure 14.**

*Raman map of functionalized cotton fabric. Red line is the measured spectrum, blue line is the reference spectrum of cotton, green line is the reference spectrum of reactive red dye.*

bands became visible thanks to this signal enhancement. SERS effect on the cotton surface was accessible only when the thin layer of AgNWs was applied [22].

The SERS effect was also recorded on the wool fibers. The Raman maps of the AgNWs modified wool surface are shown in **Figures 15** and **16**. These maps were done according to a band characteristic of Ag-O coordination and confirm the presence of the AgNWs on the wool. **Figure 16** shows a map of dyed wool and the reference spectra of wool and dye used (reactive red dye) are also presented. Raman maps collected on the wool surface, spectra made point by point, show in some places the enhancement of recorded bands.

**Figure 15.** *Raman 3D map of functionalized wool.*

**Figure 16.**

*Raman map of functionalized dyed wool made. Red line is the measured spectrum, blue line is the reference spectrum of cotton, green line is the reference spectrum of reactive red dye.*

In the **Figure 17** there is presented one of such enhanced Raman spectrum. Stars on the **Figure 17** show strengthens bands. As the map is made on the surface of dyed wool, reinforcement of both the wool and the dye strands is observed. However, not all bands are strengthened equally, as at the same time additional SERS bands appear. Additional SERS bands that might be the effect of chemical enhancement of ring vibrations [21, 53]. The SERs effect accompanies the functionalization of

#### **Figure 17.**

*Raman map with visible SERS effect of functionalized wool. Red line is the measured spectrum, blue line is the reference spectrum of wool, green line is the reference spectrum of reactive red dye.*

**Figure 18.** *Raman maps with visible SERS effect on aramid fibers: a) mAr; b) pAr.*

fibers with a rough surface and should be studied more deeply as it can be useful in the analysis of textile materials i.e. in the identification of the other elements on the surface.

SERS effect was also identified on aramid fibers, as it is shown in the **Figure 18**.

## **5. Conclusion**

Raman spectroscopy is a valuable method in the analysis of textile materials enabling fiber identification and characterization of modification effects. Identification can be carried out for natural and synthetic fiber, both by analyzing their surface and inside the structure. This technique makes also possible to distinguish between the fibers, where IR spectroscopy does not give a definite answer (wool and silk or PA 6 and PA 6.6). Raman spectrum can be also useful in assessment of the textile polymer crystallinity. The Raman spectroscopy special application has found in the study of textile materials functionalized with nanoparticles. They can be analyzed on the surface and inside the fiber. New possibilities are opened by the use of the Raman mapping system which allows the characterization of textile materials with nanoparticles, including SERS analysis. A functionalized textile structure with a noble metal on the surface can be flexible substrates for the surface enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) analysis.

## **Acknowledgements**

All presented results were carried out on Raman Renishaw InVia Spectrometer purchased the in POIG.01.03.01-00-004/08 Functional nano- and micro textile materials—NANOMITEX project, co-financed by the European Union with the financial resources of the European Regional Development Fund and the National Centre for Research and Development.

The authors would like to thank Ms. Alicja Nejman, Dr. Hubert Schmidt for functionalized fibers used in the research and Ms. Irena Kamińska for the SEM images of fibers.

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## **Author details**

Dorota Puchowicz\* and Malgorzata Cieslak Department of Chemical Textile Technologies, Textile Research Institute, LUKASIEWICZ Research Network, Lodz, Poland

\*Address all correspondence to: dorota.puchowicz@iw.lukasiewicz.gov.pl

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## **Chapter 10**
