Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Dandan Shang, Di Li, Biyi Chen, Bifu Luo, Yuanyong Huang, Weidong Shi
Summary: The preparation of 2D-2D SnS2/TpPa-1-COF heterojunction photocatalyst can accelerate the separation of photogenerated charge carriers, broaden the response range to visible light, and enhance the efficiency of photocatalytic H-2 production.
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Haibo Zhang, Zhongliao Wang, Jinfeng Zhang, Kai Dai
Summary: Semiconductor photocatalysis is a new sustainable development technology with remarkable potential in energy production and environmental protection. Heterojunction photocatalysts, such as metal sulfides, can effectively overcome the limitations of single photocatalysts and elevate the efficiency of photocatalysis to a new level.
CHINESE JOURNAL OF CATALYSIS
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Bicheng Zhu, Bei Cheng, Jiajie Fan, Wingkei Ho, Jiaguo Yu
Summary: Using semiconductor photocatalysis to convert solar energy into chemical energy is a viable strategy for addressing the energy and environmental crisis. Graphitic carbon nitride (g-C3N4) is a popular 2D photocatalyst with visible light response, low cost, and high stability, but single g-C3N4 photocatalyst has poor performance due to fast recombination of photogenerated electrons and holes. Hybridizing g-C3N4 with other 2D materials to construct 2D/2D heterojunction photocatalysts improves this limitation by offering large contact area and plentiful channels for the migration and separation of photogenerated charge carriers, inheriting the strengths of 2D structure such as high specific surface area and abundant active sites.
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Wenhao Sun, Jiefang Zhu, Yuanhui Zheng
Summary: This review discusses the advantages and characteristics of geC(3)N(4)-based heterojunction photocatalysts and their recent progress in photocatalytic water splitting. It also outlines the future prospects and challenges of geC(3)N(4)-based heterojunction photocatalysts in hydrogen production.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2021)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Haihua Wang, Yihao Duan, Guiqiang Fei, Tingjiang Yan, Yong-Mook Kang, Dionysios D. Dionysiou
Summary: This review provides a comprehensive overview of the significant role of 2D nanomaterial-based photocatalysts in photocatalytic energy conversion and pollution treatment. It outlines the detailed mechanisms of photocatalytic reactions and pollutant degradation, and presents preparation strategies and modification approaches for high-performance photocatalysts. The article also summarizes current experimental evaluations and approaches for pollutant removal, and discusses the opportunities and challenges for 2D nanomaterial-based photocatalysts in pollutant degradation.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Lu Lu, Mingzi Sun, Tong Wu, Qiuyang Lu, Baian Chen, Cheuk Hei Chan, Hon Ho Wong, Bolong Huang
Summary: Solar energy utilization is important for addressing the energy crisis and environmental pollution issues. Hydrogen energy is also considered a promising future energy supply due to its high-density and pollution-free combustion. Photocatalytic water splitting, especially using single-atom (SA) photocatalysts, has shown significant progress in H-2 generation. This review focuses on the developments of advanced SA photocatalysts supported by different materials for enhanced solar-to-energy efficiency and H-2 generation rate. The material designs, reaction mechanisms, modulation strategies, and future perspectives are discussed, providing valuable references for the design and synthesis of advanced SA photocatalysts.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Horatiu Szalad, Andres Uscategui, Josep Albero, Hermenegildo Garcia
Summary: A novel 2D/2D heterojunction (CuTHQ/NG) was synthesized by growing 2D CuTHQ MOF on defective N-doped graphene (NG), and its photocatalytic activity for water splitting was investigated. The CuTHQ/NG heterojunction exhibited higher photocatalytic activity for H2 evolution compared to the individual components. The heterojunction also promoted overall water splitting under simulated sunlight. Improved charge separation and slower charge recombination were observed in the CuTHQ/NG heterojunction compared to the mechanical mixture of CuTHQ and NG. The 2D/2D heterojunction showed good long-term photochemical stability.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Fang Chen, Tianyi Ma, Tierui Zhang, Yihe Zhang, Hongwei Huang
Summary: The article highlights the importance of atomic-level charge separation strategies in developing robust photocatalysts, emphasizing the crucial roles of bulk charge separation strategies and surface charge separation strategies, while also introducing collaborative strategies for simultaneous manipulation of bulk and surface photocharges.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yinsen Cheng, Han Yang, Jun Zhang, Xiaoshan Xiong, Chao Chen, Jinghui Zeng, Junhua Xi, Yong-Jun Yuan, Zhenguo Ji
Summary: Metal selenides with a narrow band gap and low internal resistance are promising photocatalysts. Heterojunctions constructed by two selenides can greatly improve catalyst performance, as demonstrated by the ZnSe/SnSe heterostructure. The heterojunction photocatalyst shows enhanced photoelectrochemical performance and higher photocatalytic degradation rate, with a ZnSe loading ratio of 2.5% exhibiting the best performance.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
V. Navakoteswara Rao, N. Lakshmana Reddy, V. Preethi, Mani Karthik, Yeon-Tae Yu, Jun Mo Yang, M. Mamatha Kumari, M. V. Shankar
Summary: Photocatalytic water splitting using core/shell nanostructures is a promising process for reducing energy demands and environmental pollution. These materials protect the surface features of the core and enhance hydrogen production. This review focuses on the characteristics and efficient water-splitting reactions of core-shell nanostructured photocatalysts.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jinfeng Zhao, Yanliang Zhao, Huijie He, Panwang Zhou, Yan Liang, Thomas Frauenheim
Summary: The study proposes a method to enhance the separation of photoexcited charge carriers in 2D photocatalysts through stacking engineering, using MoSi2N4 as an example to demonstrate the significant role of stacking-induced electric polarization in altering electronic properties and suppressing recombination rates. Furthermore, it is found that catalytic performance can be further controlled through vertical strain.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY LETTERS
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Chengyang Feng, Zhi-Peng Wu, Kuo-Wei Huang, Jinhua Ye, Huabin Zhang
Summary: This article introduces the research progress in 2D photocatalysts based on varied compositions and functions, as well as specific surface modification strategies. The fundamental principles focusing on light harvesting, charge separation, and molecular adsorption/activation in the 2D-material-based photocatalytic system are systematically explored. Examples of various photocatalytic energy-conversion systems using 2D materials are described. Finally, the challenges and possible solutions for developing these 2D materials are discussed.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xiaoshan Xiong, Jun Zhang, Yinsen Cheng, Chao Chen, Jinghui Zeng, Junhua Xi, Zhe Kong, Yong-Jun Yuan, Zhenguo Ji
Summary: In this work, 1D/2D FeSe2/SnSe heterojunction photocatalysts were developed by loading FeSe2 nanorods onto SnSe nanosheets. The successful construction of FeSe2/SnSe heterojunction was confirmed by XRD, SEM, HRTEM and XPS analysis. The photocatalytic and photoelectrochemical tests demonstrated excellent performance of FeSe2/SnSe heterojunction photocatalysts in comparison to SnSe, with significantly higher photocurrent density and degradation rate.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Guping Zhang, Xunxun Li, Mengmeng Wang, Xueqing Li, Yaru Wang, Shuting Huang, Dongyun Chen, Najun Li, Qingfeng Xu, Hua Li, Jianmei Lu
Summary: This research constructs a stable p-n heterojunction of 2D/2D Co3O4/ZnIn2S4 with a strong built-in electric field, resulting in a highly efficient visible-light photocatalytic hydrogen generation. The improved photocatalytic performance is attributed to enhanced light absorption, abundant active sites, short charge transport distance, and high separation efficiency of photogenerated carriers. This study provides a new approach for the rational design and manufacturing of highly efficient 2D/2D heterojunction photocatalysts.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yuzhou Xia, Shuying Zhu, Ruowen Liang, Renkun Huang, Guiyang Yan, Shijing Liang
Summary: A novel ZnIn2S4/HNb3O8 heterojunction with a 2D/2D in-plane interface was successfully fabricated, enhancing the migration efficiency of photogenerated charge carriers. An interfacial electric field oriented from HNb3O8 to ZnIn2S4 was formed as a driving force for interface charge transfer, ultimately promoting the photocatalytic activity.
MATERIALS & DESIGN
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Bo Zhang, Yige Zhao, Lu Li, Yukun Li, Jin Zhang, Guosheng Shao, Peng Zhang
Summary: This study presents the preparation of a bead-like cobalt-nitrogen co-doped carbon nanocage/carbon nanofiber (Co-N-C/CNF) composite electrocatalyst using a one-step electrospinning method with subsequent pyrolysis. The Co-N-C/CNF catalyst exhibits excellent oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) performance surpassing even the commercial Pt/C catalyst, due to its fully exposed active sites and improved conductivity. Moreover, the Co-N-C/CNF catalyst also shows outstanding discharge performance in zinc-air batteries (ZAB). This study provides a new strategy for the preparation and structural design of efficient ORR catalysts derived from zeolitic imidazolate frameworks (ZIFs).
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Ruiqi Gao, Junxian Bai, Rongchen Shen, Lei Hao, Can Huang, Lei Wang, Guijie Liang, Peng Zhang, Xin Li
Summary: This study designs a 2D/2D organic/inorganic direct Z-scheme COF-based heterojunction (TpTAP/CdS) to improve the efficiency of photoelectron migration, and verifies the mechanism of charge transfer.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Pengpeng Zhang, Yige Zhao, Yukun Li, Neng Li, S. Ravi P. Silva, Guosheng Shao, Peng Zhang
Summary: The electrocatalysts play an important role in improving the electrochemical performance of lithium-sulfur batteries by selectively accelerating the redox kinetics behavior of Li2S. However, the internal redox reaction routes and active sites in the Li-S battery are difficult to observe directly. This study developed a system that combines the light field and in situ irradiated X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy to convert the black box battery into a see-through battery, allowing for direct observation of charge transportation and revealing the mechanism of Li2S decomposition and nucleation.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yukun Li, Li Wang, Fei Zhang, Wentao Zhang, Guosheng Shao, Peng Zhang
Summary: The identity and mechanism of charge transfer process at the heterogeneous interface between heterojunction catalysts plays a crucial role in improving their stability, activity, and selectivity. In this study, a wavelength-dependent Boltzmann function is established using a continuously adjustable monochromatic light irradiation XPS technique, based on a g-C3N4/SnO2 model catalyst. The method provides a blueprint for understanding charge transfer rules and allows the calculation of electron transfer numbers, which can facilitate the development of highly active catalysts.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Peng Zhang, Yinshen Liu, Shiwei Bai, Xiaofei Yang, Shujing Wang, Yongchao Liu, Hanrui Hu, Yangfan Guo, Zheyang Lin, Zhou Yan, Zeyu Du, Wencong Mei, Yanlin Ye, Qite Li
Summary: By measuring the basic properties of unstable nuclei, collinear laser spectroscopy techniques can be used to study the exotic nuclear structures in atomic nuclei with large proton-neutron ratios. These techniques have been widely applied in radioactive ion beam facilities worldwide, but not yet in current operational domestic facilities in China. Recently, a fluorescence-detection-based collinear laser spectroscopy system was developed and tested at the BRIF RIB facility at CIAE.
CHINESE SCIENCE BULLETIN-CHINESE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zhe Xu, Peng Zhang, Chuanghui Yu, Weining Miao, Qiankun Chang, Ming Qiu, Yulong Li, Ye Tian, Lei Jiang
Summary: Enhanced boiling heat transfer through surface engineering is highly demanded in industrial fields. A micro-/nanostructured Cu surface with a periodic microgroove/pyramid array containing nanowrinkles is designed, which enables ultrafast liquid re-wetting and ultralow under-liquid bubble adhesion force. This surface promotes the nucleation process and significantly enhances the critical heat flux and heat-transfer coefficient, making it suitable for high-performance phase-change cooling.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Baoshan Cui, Aitian Chen, Xu Zhang, Bin Fang, Zhaozhuo Zeng, Peng Zhang, Jing Zhang, Wenqing He, Guoqiang Yu, Peng Yan, Xiufeng Han, Kang L. Wang, Xixiang Zhang, Hao Wu
Summary: In this work, a functional 3-terminal SOT-MRAM device is demonstrated by integrating topological insulators (TI) [(BiSb)(2)Te-3] with perpendicular magnetic tunnel junctions (pMTJs), achieving an ultralow switching current density at room temperature. Furthermore, all-electrical field-free writing is realized by the synergistic effect of a small spin-transfer torque current during the SOT. The high thermal stability factor (& UDelta; = 66) demonstrates the high retention time (>10 years) of the TI-pMTJ device.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Peng Zhang, Purnima P. Balakrishnan, Christopher Eckberg, Peng Deng, Tomohiro Nozaki, Su Kong Chong, Patrick Quarterman, Megan E. Holtz, Brian B. Maranville, Gang Qiu, Lei Pan, Eve Emmanouilidou, Ni Ni, Masashi Sahashi, Alexander Grutter, Kang L. Wang
Summary: The exchange-coupled CBST and Al-Cr2O3 interface have perpendicular magnetic moments, leading to an exchange-biased QAH effect. The magnitude and sign of the exchange bias can be effectively controlled using a field training process. This study demonstrates the use of exchange bias to manipulate the QAH state.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Neng Li, Jiahe Peng, Peng Zhang, Yuanzheng Yue
Summary: Recently, novel amorphous nanomaterials with atomic irregular arrangement factors have been successfully fabricated, exhibiting superior performance in catalysis, energy storage, and mechanics. Among them, 2D amorphous nanomaterials have gained significant attention due to their combination of 2D structure and amorphous characteristics. While numerous studies have been conducted on 2D amorphous materials, research on MXenes mainly focuses on their crystalline forms, with limited investigations on highly disordered forms. This work provides insight into the amorphization of MXenes and discusses the potential applications of amorphous MXenes materials.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Fujun Sun, Zhihua Li, Bo Tang, Bin Li, Peng Zhang, Ruonan Liu, Gang Yang, Kai Huang, Zhe Han, Jun Luo, Wenwu Wang, Yan Yang
Summary: We theoretically, numerically and experimentally investigate Fano resonance in photonic crystal nanobeam cavity (PCNC) using deep ultraviolet (DUV) lithography. By exploiting the optical interference between the discrete state of air-mode PCNC and the continuum mode of side-coupled line-defect waveguide with partially transmitting element (PTE), we achieve high-Q Fano resonance, indicating the feasibility of mass manufacture of this structure. Furthermore, the thermal characteristics of the device are discussed, which can contribute to the development of ultra-compact lab-on-chip resonance-based photonic components.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Xiaowei Du, Peng Zhang, Gong Zhang, Hui Gao, Lili Zhang, Mengmeng Zhang, Tuo Wang, Jinlong Gong
Summary: A pre-confinement method is applied to construct gas diffusion electrodes with uniformly distributed ionomer, which enhances the mass transfer efficiency of reactants and ions. The optimized electrodes exhibit improved performance for electrocatalytic CO2 reduction.
NATIONAL SCIENCE REVIEW
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Huan He, Shuling Chen, Weilin Bi, Xinghua Wen, Shaolong Sun, Peng Zhang, Rongchen Shen, Xin Li
Summary: Photocatalytic evolution of hydrogen is a very promising and sustainable technology. This study focuses on the challenge of studying multiple composite systems including oxidized covalent organic frameworks (COFs) for photocatalytic hydrogen production. The researchers designed a ZnIn2S4 (ZIS)-COF (TPN-COF) S-scheme heterojunction loaded with Ti3C(2) MXene (MX) for efficient photocatalytic hydrogen evolution. The best-performing sample achieved an H-2 production rate of 4.01 mmol g(-1) h(-1) under visible light irradiation. The study reveals that the formation of S-scheme heterojunctions can facilitate electron transfer and inhibit carrier recombination.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jiahe Peng, Zuhao Shi, Jizhou Jiang, Peng Zhang, Jyh-Ping Hsu, Neng Li
Summary: Inspired by MXene nanosheets, this study proposes a series of Ti3C2-MXene-based single TM atom electrocatalysts with a doped boron (B) atom for high-performance catalytic CO2 reduction reaction (CO2RR). The doped B atom participates in the adsorption reaction of CO2 molecules and CO intermediates. The TM-to-C and B-to-C & pi;-back bonding help activate the CO2 molecules and CO intermediates. The research provides insights for the rational design of highly selective MXene-based CO2RR electrocatalysts.
MATERIALS HORIZONS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yufei Yang, Jiahe Peng, Zuhao Shi, Peng Zhang, Arramel Arramel, Neng Li
Summary: In this study, a double transition-metal MXene (Mo2VC2-MXene) was designed as an efficient catalyst for the high selective synthesis of urea under mild conditions. The key intermediate precursor *CO was unraveled through full reaction energy calculations, and transition state assessments were performed for the C-N coupling step. The selectivity performance of the Mo2VC2 surface in the electrocatalytic synthesis of urea was demonstrated for the first time.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xiaoyang Liu, Jingbo Zhang, Kangli Liu, Shijie Zhang, Rouhan Hou, Xiaoyi Hu, Peng Zhang, Guosheng Shao
Summary: This paper investigates the influence of pore structure on the polysulfides phase conversions in lithium-sulfur batteries. The results show that large pore structures play a key role in the redox reaction of polysulfides, which can improve the cycling performance and rate capacity of lithium-sulfur batteries.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xinping Zhang, Yuxin Guo, Xiaoyang Liu, Shun-Yu Wu, Ya-Xuan Zhu, Shao-Zhe Wang, Qiu-Yi Duan, Ke-Fei Xu, Zi-Heng Li, Xiao-Yu Zhu, Guang-Yu Pan, Fu-Gen Wu
Summary: This study develops a nanotrigger HCFT for simultaneous photodynamic therapy and light-triggered ferroptosis therapy. The nanotrigger can relieve tumor hypoxia, induce enhanced photodynamic reaction, and facilitate the continuation of Fenton reaction, ultimately leading to lethal ferroptosis in tumor cells.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Olumide Bolarinwa Ayodele, Toyin Daniel Shittu, Olayinka S. Togunwa, Dan Yu, Zhen-Yu Tian
Summary: This study focused on the semihydrogenation of acetylene in an ethylene-rich stream using two alloyed Pt catalysts PtCu and PtCo. The PtCu catalyst showed higher activity and ethylene yield compared to PtCo due to its higher unoccupied Pt d-orbital density. This indicates that alloying Pt with Cu is more promising for industrial relevant SHA catalyst.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Guowei Chen, Wen-Cheng Chen, Yaozu Su, Ruicheng Wang, Jia-Ming Jin, Hui Liang, Bingxue Tan, Dehua Hu, Shaomin Ji, Hao-Li Zhang, Yanping Huo, Yuguang Ma
Summary: This study proposes an intramolecular dual-locking design for organic luminescent materials, achieving high luminescence efficiency and performance for deep-blue organic light-emitting diodes. The material also exhibits unique mechanochromic luminescence behavior and strong fatigue resistance.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Joren van Stee, Gregory Hermans, Jinu Joseph John, Koen Binnemans, Tom Van Gerven
Summary: This work presents a continuous solvent extraction method for the separation of cobalt and nickel in a millifluidic system using Cyphos IL 101 (C101) as the extractant. The optimal conditions for extraction performance and solvent properties were determined by investigating the effects of channel length, flow rate, and temperature. The performance of a developed manifold structure was compared to a single-channel system, and excellent separation results were achieved. The continuous separation process using the manifold structure resulted in high purity cobalt and nickel products.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yan Xu, Jingai Jiang, Xinyi Lv, Hui Li, Dongliang Yang, Wenjun Wang, Yanling Hu, Longcai Liu, Xiaochen Dong, Yu Cai
Summary: A programmed gas release nanoparticle was developed to address the challenges in treating diabetic infected wounds. It effectively removes drug-resistant pathogens and remodels the wound microenvironment using NO and H2S. The nanoparticle can eliminate bacteria and promote wound healing through antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Tong Xia, Zhilin Xi, Lianquan Suo, Chen Wang
Summary: This study investigated a highly efficient coal dust suppressant with low initial viscosity and high adhesion-solidification properties. The results demonstrated that the dust suppressant formed a network of multiple hydrogen bonding cross-linking and achieved effective adhesion and solidification of coal dust through various chemical reactions.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jinzhi Cai, Zhenshan Li
Summary: A density functional theory-based rate equation was developed to predict the gas-solid reaction kinetics of CaO carbonation with CO2 in calcium looping. The negative activation energy of CaO carbonation close to equilibrium was accurately predicted through experimental validation.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jianxiong Chen, Fuhao Ren, Ningning Yin, Jie Mao
Summary: This study presents an economically efficient and easily implementable surface modification approach to enhance the high-temperature electrical insulation and energy storage performance of polymer dielectrics. The self-assembly of high-insulation-performance boron nitride nanosheets (BNNS) on the film surface through electrostatic interactions effectively impedes charge injection from electrodes while promoting charge dissipation and heat transfer.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zijian Li, Zhaohui Yang, Shao Wang, Hongxia Luo, Zhimin Xue, Zhenghui Liu, Tiancheng Mu
Summary: This study reports a strategy for upgrading polyester plastics into value-added chemicals using electrocatalytic methods. By inducing the targeted transfer of *OH species, polyethylene terephthalate was successfully upgraded into potassium diformate with high purity. This work not only develops an excellent electrocatalyst, but also provides guidance for the design of medium entropy metal oxides.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Navneet Singh Shekhawat, Surendra Kumar Patra, Ashok Kumar Patra, Bamaprasad Bag
Summary: This study primarily focuses on developing a sulphur dyeing process at room temperature using bacterial Lysate, which is environmentally friendly, energy and cost effective, and sustainable. The process shows promising improvements in dye uptake and fastness properties.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Dengjia Shen, Hongyang Ma, Madani Khan, Benjamin S. Hsiao
Summary: This study developed cationic PVC nanofibrous membranes with high filtration and adsorption capability for the removal of bacteria and hexavalent chromium ions from wastewater. The membranes demonstrated remarkable performance in terms of filtration efficiency and maximum adsorption capacity. Additionally, modified nanofibrous membranes were produced using recycled materials and showed excellent retention rates in dynamic adsorption processes.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xiaoyan Wang, Zhikun Wang, Ben Jia, Chunling Li, Shuangqing Sun, Songqing Hu
Summary: Inspired by photosystem II, self-supported Fe-doped NiCoP nanowire arrays modified with carboxylate were constructed to boost industrial-level overall water splitting by employing the concerted proton-coupled electron transfer mechanism. The introduction of Fe and carboxyl ligand led to improved catalytic activity for HER and OER, and NCFCP@NF exhibited long-term durability for overall water splitting.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Pengyao Yu, Ge Yang, Yongming Chai, Lubomira Tosheva, Chunzheng Wang, Heqing Jiang, Chenguang Liu, Hailing Guo
Summary: Thin LTA zeolite membranes were prepared through secondary growth of nano LTA seeds in a highly reactive gel, resulting in membranes with superior permeability and selectivity in gas separation applications.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Baiqin Zhou, Huiping Li, Ziyu Wang, Hui Huang, Yujun Wang, Ruichun Yang, Ranran Huo, Xiaoyan Xu, Ting Zhou, Xiaochen Dong
Summary: The use of machine learning to predict the performance of specific adsorbents in phosphate adsorption shows great promise in saving time and revealing underlying mechanisms. However, the small size of the dataset and insufficient detailed information limits the model training process and the accuracy of results. To address this, the study employs a fuzzing strategy that replaces detailed numeric information with descriptive text messages on the physiochemical properties of adsorbents. This strategy allows the recovery of discarded samples with limited information, leading to accurate prediction of adsorption amount, capacity, and kinetics. The study also finds that phosphate uptake by adsorbents is generally through physisorption, with some involvement of chemisorption. The framework established in this study provides a practical approach for quickly predicting phosphate adsorption performance in urgent scenarios, using easily accessible information.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Paula Alejandra Lamprea Pineda, Joren Bruneel, Kristof Demeestere, Lisa Deraedt, Tex Goetschalckx, Herman Van Langenhove, Christophe Walgraeve
Summary: This study evaluates the use of four esterified fatty acids and three vegetable oils as absorption liquids for hydrophobic VOCs. The experimental results show that isopropyl myristate is the most efficient liquid for absorbing the target VOCs.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)