The polymerization of olefins via cationic chain growth processes represents one of the most fundamental and widely utilized methods for synthesizing polyolefins. Poly(vinyl ether)s, in particular, are an important class of polymers prepared using this method, and have found widespread use as lubricants, adhesives, and optical coatings, among other applications. Polymerizations of the corresponding vinyl ether monomers are commonly performed using AlEt2Cl, BF3, mineral acids or other similarly strong Lewis or Br?nsted acids. As an extension of this demonstrated reactivity, we reasoned that well-known and inherently Lewis or Br?nsted acidic carbon materials may exhibit similar behavior.
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