Synthesis of a novel cationic Rh–Ru complex displaying a Rh–Ru bond of 2.901(1) Ǻ.
Application of the Ru–Rh complex as catalyst in the hydroformylation of 1-octene.
Comparison with the respective mononuclear Ru and Rh complexes.
NMR study of the rhodium–ruthenium complex under syngas pressure.
Fragmentation of the bimetallic complex occurs under hydroformylation conditions.