Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Bing Han, Shaobo Yu, Hui Wang, Yanshan Lu, Huai-Jun Lin
Summary: In this study, Mg85Ni14Ce1 amorphous alloy films with different thicknesses were prepared, and the nanosize effect on hydrogen desorption and cycling properties was investigated. It was found that as the size decreases, the hydrogen storage kinetics of the alloy greatly increase, and the nanosized amorphous alloys can reversibly absorb and desorb hydrogen at a low temperature. Moreover, the alloy structure can be fully recovered after hydrogen absorption and desorption cycles. Therefore, nanosized amorphous alloys are promising candidates for reversible hydrogen storage applications.
SCRIPTA MATERIALIA
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Antoni Zywczak, Lukasz Gondek, Joanna Czub, Piotr Janusz, Nivas Babu Selvaraj, Akito Takasaki
Summary: Alloys based on Ti-Zr are considered ideal for hydrogen storage applications. This study investigates the substitution of Fe for Ni in the Ti45Zr38Ni17 compound. It is found that the substitution leads to the transformation of the amorphous phase into the icosahedral quasicrystalline phase, and this transformation is a continuous process. At higher temperatures, the quasicrystalline structure further transforms into other phases. The investigated alloy exhibits a good capacity for gaseous hydrogen at elevated temperatures.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jianling Huang, ChengWei Liao, Hui Wang, YuJun Zhao, Liuzhang Ouyang, Jiangwen Liu, Min Zhu
Summary: This study explores a high concentration TMAH electrolyte with a special hydrate structure, which can solve the corrosion issue of Mg-based alloy anodes in conventional electrolytes and improve their cycle life and capacity. Additionally, by adding Cu(OH)2 in TMAH electrolyte and forming a Cu coating on the electrode surface during charging, the corrosion of the electrode is further suppressed, and the reversible capacity and rate capability of the electrode are improved.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Luhui Han, Huogen Huang, Pengguo Zhang, Ce Ma, Xuefeng Wang, Ge Sang, Wenhua Luo
Summary: The study found that crystalline Zr2Co alloy shows higher feasibility in tritium treatment, demonstrating lower equilibrium pressure and better ability to suppress disproportionation reactions.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Guozhu Zhang, Shuyang Qin, Longge Yan, Xinfang Zhang
Summary: Hydrogen energy is gaining prominence as a feasible technological approach for promoting global energy transformation. Electropulsing treatment has been found to improve the dehydrogenation kinetic performance of solid hydrogen storage materials by reducing the initial dehydrogenation temperature and increasing the dehydrogenation rate.
SCRIPTA MATERIALIA
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yongxi Zhang, Yuan Li, Guanjiu Wu, Chenfeng Fan, Lu Zhang, Shumin Han
Summary: Rare earth-Mg-Ni based alloys with increased Mg content show phase transformation and improved stability and hydrogen absorption properties.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Yadong Huang, Sujuan Wu, Ran Wen, Daiqi Zhou, Yaguang Li, Jiangfeng Song, Zhihua Dong, Bin Jiang
Summary: This study proposes a strategy to achieve hydrogen adsorption and utilization using magnesium-based alloys under sunlight. By tailoring the secondary phases in the material, catalytic reactions can be directly promoted, leading to the conversion of CO2. The results show that the MgO/Mg interface and Li4SiO4 particles play different roles in various reactions.
SCRIPTA MATERIALIA
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
H. Zhou, Z. Ding, Y. A. Chen, Z. Q. Lan, S. F. Guo, F. Spieckermann, V. Zadorozhnyy, J. Tan, F. S. Pan, J. Eckert
Summary: The hydrogen storage properties of amorphous and crystalline Mg85Ni5Y10 alloys were compared, and the melt-spun alloy showed higher storage capacity and faster kinetics than the induction-melted alloy. The reversible storage capacity of the melt-spun alloy was 4.2 wt% H2, while the induction-melted sample had 3.8 wt% at 200 degrees C. Furthermore, the melt-spun alloy could release 4.1 wt% H2 within 30 min at temperatures above 275 degrees C, close to its theoretical hydrogen storage capacity of 4.2 wt%.
JOURNAL OF NON-CRYSTALLINE SOLIDS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yichao Xie, Guanjiu Wu, Yuan Li, Yongxi Zhang, Qing Wang, Lu Zhang, Shumin Han
Summary: This study used a low-cost YFe0.85 master alloy to improve the cycling stability of La-Mg-Ni-based hydrogen storage alloys. The prepared alloys showed good cycling stability, higher capacity, and satisfactory kinetics.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
M. Osorio-Garcia, K. Suarez-Alcantara, Y. Todaka, A. Tejeda-Ochoa, M. Herrera-Ramirez, O. Hernandez-Silva, F. Cruz-Gandarilla, J. G. Cabanas-Moreno
Summary: Bulk materials of the Mg-Ni-Nb2O5 alloy with ultrafine grain structure produced by high-pressure torsion (HPT) processing exhibit faster hydrogenation kinetics and higher storage capacities compared to initial mild-milled powder mixtures. However, the storage capacities are limited by the formation of MgO after several hydrogenation cycles. Despite this limitation, the material can be handled and stored without special precautions and maintains its fast activation in posterior hydrogenation treatments for several months.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
L. J. Huang, H. Wang, L. Z. Ouyang, D. L. Sun, H. J. Lin, M. Zhu
Summary: Mg-based amorphous alloys show potential as hydrogen storage materials, but face challenges such as crystallization and slow kinetics. By studying Mg60RExNi30-xCu10 amorphous alloys, it was found that forming a dual amorphous phase structure can improve hydrogen absorption rate, offering insights for the development of new Mg-based hydrogen storage amorphous alloys.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2021)
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xin F. Tan, Manjin Kim, Kazuhiro Yasuda, Kazuhiro Nogita
Summary: Bulk Mg-based hydrogen storage materials have the potential to provide a low-cost solution for energy storage and transportation. They are safer and more oxidation resistant compared to nano powders. Various alloying elements and innovative processing methods can be used to improve the performance of bulk Mg alloys in terms of hydrogen sorption kinetics and stability.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yuqing Qiao, Congcong Du, Jingjing Tang, Peng Jia, Xiaoyu Zhang, Jing Wang, Shuaijun Ding, Yixuan Wen, Changzeng Fan, Liqiang Zhang, Jianyu Huang, Tongde Shen
Summary: This study utilized advanced electron microscopy to reveal micron/nano-scale hierarchical structures in vanadium-based alloys, highlighting the essential role of nanoprecipitates in hydrogen storage. The findings challenge conventional understanding of microstructures in MVAs and may guide the development of nanostructured hydrogen storage materials for practical applications.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Mariana de Brito Ferraz, Walter Jose Botta, Guilherme Zepon
Summary: In this study, a novel Mg-containing high entropy alloy was synthesized and characterized. The alloy composition was designed to increase its hydrogen storage capacity by increasing the atomic fraction of lightweight elements and improving hydrogen affinity. Different synthesis routes resulted in different phases formed during hydrogen absorption/desorption.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Mouxin Wu, Jihua Chen, Hongge Yan, Weijun Xia, Bin Su, Yifu Deng, Yu Shen
Summary: This study investigated the effect of Ca concentration on the microstructure, mechanical properties, and thermal conductivity of Mg-2Ga-xCa (x = 0, 0.2, 0.4, and 0.8 wt.%) alloys at room temperature. Increase in Ca content led to a decrease in grain size and volume fraction of recrystallized grains, resulting in increased yield strength. However, it also caused an increase in the number and size of second phase particles, leading to reduced plasticity. Minor Ca additions (0.2% and 0.4%) had no significant effect on thermal conductivity, but 0.8% Ca addition significantly improved the thermal conductivity of both as-cast and as-extruded alloys. The as-extruded Mg-2Ga-0.8Ca alloy exhibited a tensile yield strength of 244 MPa and a thermal conductivity of 135.5 W·m-1·K-1. It is suggested that Mg alloys with high strength and high thermal conductivity can be designed by selecting appropriate alloying elements to form precipitates instead of dissolving in the Mg matrix.
MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING A-STRUCTURAL MATERIALS PROPERTIES MICROSTRUCTURE AND PROCESSING
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Chuang Tian, Qingrong Yao, Zhaofei Tong, Huaiying Zhou, Guanghui Rao, Jianqiu Deng, Zhongmin Wang, Jiang Wang
Summary: In this study, polycrystalline samples of Bi1-xSmxFeO3 were synthesized successfully using the sol-gel method. The effects of Sm concentration on crystal structure, morphology, chemical states, magnetic properties, and microwave absorption performance were investigated. The results demonstrate that Sm doping can effectively improve magnetic properties and microwave absorption properties of the material.
JOURNAL OF RARE EARTHS
(2021)
Article
Electrochemistry
Jinjie Li, Weimin Liu, Zhaozhe Yu, Jianqiu Deng, Shengkui Zhong, Qi Xiao, Fuming Chen, Dongliang Yan
Summary: A novel NC@ZnSe composite has been developed for AIBs, which exhibits high discharge specific capacity and stability. The superior storage performance of Al3+ in NC@ZnSe is attributed to its unique conversion-alloying reaction mechanism.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2021)
Article
Physics, Applied
Chuang Tian, Zhaofei Tong, Lei Huang, Qingrong Yao, Jianqiu Deng, Qianxin Long, Lichun Cheng, Zhongmin Wang, Jiang Wang, Huaiying Zhou, Guanghui Rao
Summary: Doping Mn into BiFeO3 can significantly improve its magnetic and microwave absorbing properties, with changes observed in the structure and morphology of the nanoparticles.
JOURNAL OF SUPERCONDUCTIVITY AND NOVEL MAGNETISM
(2021)
Article
Metallurgy & Metallurgical Engineering
Wang Jin, Li Yu-shan, Liu Peng, Wang Feng, Yao Qing-rong, Zou Yong-jin, Zhou Huai-ying, M-Sadeeq Balogun, Deng Jian-qiu
Summary: This study demonstrates that hard carbon derived from renewable bagasse is a promising anode material for sodium-ion batteries, with excellent electrochemical properties including high reversible capacity and good cycle stability. The simple and cost-effective preparation process adds to its potential for practical application in energy storage devices.
JOURNAL OF CENTRAL SOUTH UNIVERSITY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zhongmin Wang, Xiangdong Yan, Feng Wang, Tuzhi Xiong, M-Sadeeq Balogun (Jie Tang), Huaiying Zhou, Jianqiu Deng
Summary: MnO2 nanowires coated with reduced graphene oxide (MnO2@rGO) show excellent performance as anode materials for potassium ion batteries (KIBs) and sodium ion batteries (SIBs). The coating of rGO facilitates ion transfer and enhances electronic conductivity.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Chuang Tian, Qingrong Yao, Zhaofei Tong, Guanghui Rao, Jianqiu Deng, Zhongmin Wang, Jiang Wang, Huaiying Zhou, Jingtai Zhao
Summary: This study investigated the influence of Nd substitution on the microstructure and magnetic characteristics of Bi1-xNdxFeO3 nanopowders, and found that an appropriate amount of Nd doping can significantly enhance the microwave absorption performance.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zhihui Li, Qingmeng Gan, Yifan Zhang, Jing Hu, Peng Liu, Changhong Xu, Xibing Wu, Yilin Ge, Feng Wang, Qingrong Yao, Zhouguang Lu, Jianqiu Deng
Summary: The study designed and constructed a Sb-based material FeSb@C/N subset of 3DC/N, which showed high-rate and long-cycle stability as an anode for potassium-ion batteries. The research revealed that the high-rate performance of the FeSb@C/N subset of 3DC/N electrode originated from pseudocapacitance contribution.
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Zhao Fei Tong, Chuang Tian, Qingrong Yao, Jinxiang Guo, Qihua Liang, Jianqiu Deng, Fangyu Gan, Jiang Wang, Huaiying Zhou, Guanghui Rao
Summary: In this study, a high-purity NdFe1-xNixO3 material was prepared by a sol method, and it was found that by adding a certain amount of nickel, the dielectric and magnetic properties of the material can be adjusted to a balance point, showing excellent microwave absorption performance.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Letter
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Luo-Yang Li, Feng-Bin Huang, Jing Deng, Peng Liu, Feng Wang, Qing-Rong Yao, Zhong-Min Wang, Huai-Ying Zhou, Jian-Qiu Deng
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Changhong Xu, Yifan Zhang, Shupei Jia, Yilin Ge, Peng Liu, Feng Wang, Qingrong Yao, Jianqiu Deng
Summary: The rationally designed NiSb@PEO hierarchical hollow nanospheres effectively address the issue of capacity fade in the anode of sodium-ion batteries during cycling. This structure alleviates volume expansion and mechanical stress, facilitating the formation of a stable interface film, resulting in excellent cycling performance and high reversible capacity even at high current densities.
ADVANCED MATERIALS INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
ZhaoFei Tong, Qingrong Yao, Qing He, Jinxiang Guo, Qihua Liang, Chuang Tian, Jianqiu Deng, Jiang Wang, Huaiying Zhou, Guanghui Rao
Summary: GdFe1-xNixO3 material with perovskite structure was prepared using organic monohydrated citric acid-assisted sol-gel self-propagating combustion method to obtain high-efficiency microwave absorption material. The influence of introducing Ni on dielectric properties and permeability was studied. This work provides a reliable candidate material for the synthesis of electromagnetic attenuation ceramic materials with excellent properties.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jinxiang Guo, Zhaofei Tong, Qihua Liang, Fangyu Gan, Lepeng Wei, Qingrong Yao, Jianqiu Deng, Zhao Lu, Huaiying Zhou
Summary: In this study, a Bi1-xPrxFeO3 material with perovskite structure was prepared using the sol-gel self-propagating combustion method. The introduction of Pr was found to influence the dielectric properties and permeability of the material. The results showed that the material with 15% Pr had the lowest reflection absorption loss but a narrow absorption bandwidth.
JOURNAL OF MAGNETISM AND MAGNETIC MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Qiancheng Sun, Weichao Huang, Qingrong Yao, Qianxin Long, Jianqiu Deng, Jiang Wang, Huaiying Zhou
Summary: The microstructure, structure, and overall performance of Nd-Fe-B regenerated magnets are studied after adding low melting point Ho69.3Ni30.7 alloy at the grain boundary. The addition of Ho69.3Ni30.7 alloy optimizes the distribution of the grain boundary phase and weakens the exchange coupling effect between adjacent main phases. It also increases the coercivity and curie temperature of the regenerated magnet. The research achieves the secondary utilization of waste Nd-Fe-B magnets and greatly improves the absorbing performance.
JOURNAL OF MAGNETISM AND MAGNETIC MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Feng Wang, Yikuan Luo, Peng Liu, Muhammad-Sadeeq Balogun, Jianqiu Deng, Zhongmin Wang
Summary: This study focuses on improving the performance of LiNi0.8Co0.1Mn0.1O2 as a cathode material for lithium-ion batteries through modification methods. The modified sample showed superior performance in terms of capacity retention after cycling and rate capability, which can be attributed to the decreased charge transfer resistance and increased Li+ transmission.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yang Wu, Ting Ouyang, Tuzhi Xiong, Zhao Jiang, Yuwen Hu, Jianqiu Deng, Zhongmin Wang, Yongchao Huang, M. -Sadeeq (Jie Tang) Balogun
Summary: The study presents a unique hierarchical-networked all-carbon electrode to address the challenges in developing thick electrodes for high areal capacity lithium ion batteries. This electrode demonstrates excellent performance with high reversible capacity and rate capability, utilizing a combination of micrometer-sized carbon fibers, nano-sized carbon nanotubes, and pyrolytic carbon. Insights into the lithium ion storage mechanism and the construction of high mechanical stability thick electrodes are provided for future battery technologies.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL MATERIALS
(2022)
