G2, G3, and Complete Basis Set Calculations of the Thermodynamic Properties of Boron-Containing Rings: cyclo-CHsub2/subBHNH, 1,2-, and 1,3-cyclo-Csub2/subHsub4/subBHNH

Ryan M. Richard

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Abstract

Following several recent studies of small nitrogen-containing ring compounds for use as fuels, we follow up with calculations of the thermodynamic properties of mixed carbon–boron–nitrogen compounds; specifically, cyclo -CH 2 BHNH and two isomers of cyclo -C 2 H 4 BHNH. The 1,2-isomer of cyclo -C 2 H 4 BHNH has the heteroatoms adjacent in the ring, while the 1,3-isomer alternates the boron and nitrogen atoms with carbon atoms in the ring. Our results indicate that the combustion energies are about 41–45 kJ/g, making these compounds among the highest energy density substances we have studied.

Original languageAmerican English
JournalJournal of Molecular Structure - THEOCHEM
Volume776
DOIs
StatePublished - Nov 20 2006
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • G2 calculations; G3 calculations; Complete basis set calculations; Carbon–boron–nitrogen compounds

Disciplines

  • Physical Chemistry

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