Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xiaoqiang Du, Zhixin Dai, Yanhong Wang, Xinghua Han, Xiaoshuang Zhang
Summary: Urea electrolysis on well-tuned MWO4 nanoarrays grown on Ni foam substrate shows improved urea oxidation activity, attributed to optimal urea adsorption energy, fast electron transfer rate, active site exposure, low impedance, and good conductivity of the NiWO4 material.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jung Been Park, Changhoon Choi, Jong Hyun Park, Seungho Yu, Dong-Wan Kim
Summary: A multifunctional porous zincophilic carbon host (FPCH) assisted by a thin ZnO interphase (ZI) is designed to enhance the stability and performance of zinc metal batteries (ZMBs). The hydrophobic FPCH with large specific surface areas and zincophilic oxygen-based functional groups enables a uniform distribution of electric field/Zn2+ flux and low nucleation overpotential, while the hydrophilic ZI ensures sufficient electrolyte absorption. The FPCH-ZI/Zn cells exhibit excellent cycling performances and low-voltage polarization, even under harsh operating conditions. This study demonstrates the potential of FPCH-ZI/Zn for practical ZMBs.
ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Shuwei Deng, Jinxian Feng, Youchao Kong, Xiaoshuang Li, Alain Rafael Puente Santiago, Tianwei He
Summary: Hydrogen produced from electrolysis cell driven by sustainable electricity is a clean and renewable energy source. In this study, a Ni/Co9S8 heterostructure was constructed using carbonised filter paper as a precious metal-free electrocatalyst for hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) in alkaline media. The optimized electrocatalyst exhibited an ultralow overpotential of 76 mV for HER at 10 mA cm-2 in 1.0 M KOH, and maintained a current density of 100 mA cm-2 at 380 mV (vs. RHE) for 37 hours. The enhanced HER activity was attributed to the synergistic effect of Ni and Co9S8, which improved hydrogen adsorption and water dissociation at the Ni/Co9S8 interface. This work provides a new pathway for designing high-efficient electrocatalysts for massive hydrogen production.
MOLECULAR CATALYSIS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Diwen Liu, Huihui Zeng, Rongjian Sa
Summary: This study reveals for the first time the energetic stability, elastic parameters, electronic structures, effective masses, and optical properties of BaM2As2 (M = Mg, Zn, Cd) and their alloys. The preferred phase for BaMg2As2 and BaCd2As2 is trigonal, while BaZn2As2 may have an additional stable trigonal phase. The dynamical stability is identified for four novel compounds, and their mechanical stability is confirmed. The band gap energy decreases significantly from BaMg2As2 (1.64 eV) to BaCd2As2 (0.80 eV). Different electronic properties are found for three phases of BaZn2As2. The band gap calculations agree with experimental results. The bandgap transition behavior and optoelectronic properties of three alloys are disclosed, with Ba(Mg0.5Zn0.5)2As2 and Ba(Mg0.5Cd0.5)2As2 showing desirable optoelectronic properties. These findings are expected to assist in discovering novel stable inorganic compounds for potential photovoltaic applications.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Ruoting Han, Xingyu Zhang, Mengyu Liu, Xinglong Gao, Sihong Wang, Qifang Lu, Enyan Guo, Conghui Si, Shunwei Chen, Mingzhi Wei, Xiujun Han
Summary: Photocatalysis is a promising technology for addressing environmental pollution and energy shortages in a carbon neutral way. In this study, one-dimensional wolframite-structured MWO4 (M = Zn, Ni, and Cu) nanomaterials were synthesized as UV-Vis-NIR broad spectrum-driven photocatalysts. The CuWO4 nanotubes exhibited the highest degradation capability for tetracycline (TC) and bisphenol A (BPA) under UV-Vis and NIR light irradiation. The UV-Vis-NIR responsive photocatalytic activities and mechanisms were explained by the charge transfer mechanism and metal ion d-d orbital transition based on the experimental results and density functional theory modulations.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zhuyu Feng, Yuhong Huang, Shujing Lin, Hongkuang Yuan, Hong Chen
Summary: The thermoelectric transport properties of Janus monolayers M2P2S3Se3 (M = Zn and Cd) were studied using first-principles based transport theory. The Zn2P2S3Se3 and Cd2P2S3Se3 monolayers were found to be indirect-gap semiconductors. The lower lattice thermal conductivity (kappa(l)) of Zn2P2S3Se3 compared to Cd2P2S3Se3 was attributed to the softer Zn-Se/S bonds, which caused more pronounced flat modes in the phonon dispersion. The carrier transport in both monolayers was dominated by polar optical phonon scattering, resulting in a significant decrease in electrical conductivity and power factor. The predicted figure of merit (zT) increased with temperature and reached optimal values of 0.86 and 0.30 at 1200 K for n-type Zn2P2S3Se3 and Cd2P2S3Se3 monolayers, respectively, at specific electron densities.
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hai-Long Sun, Chuan-Lu Yang, Mei-Shan Wang, Xiao-Guang Ma, You-Gen Yi
Summary: Two high dimensionless figure of merit (ZT) materials and high energy conversion efficiency (η) thermoelectric materials AgMF3 (M = Zn, Cd) are proposed based on first-principles calculations, demonstrating promising thermoelectric performance. The theoretical findings provide valuable insights for the development of efficient thermoelectric materials.
MATERIALS TODAY ENERGY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Pengfei Shen, Pei Yin, Yongtao Zou, Mu Li, Nanqiu Zhang, Dan Tan, Haiyang Zhao, Quanjun Li, Rusen Yang, Bo Zou, Bingbing Liu
Summary: The catalytic activity of 2D materials has been studied and their unique structural and electronic properties contribute to their success in conventional heterogeneous catalysis. Piezocatalysis based on heterojunctions has attracted attention because of band-structure engineering and enhanced charge carrier separation. A reduced graphene oxide (rGO)-MoS2 heterostructure is designed to tackle challenges such as finite active sites, catalyst poisoning, and poor conductivity. The heterostructure exhibits a record-high piezocatalytic degradation rate, which is significantly higher than that of MoS2 nanosheets. The mechanism of this behavior opens up new possibilities for developing efficient catalysts for wastewater treatment and other applications.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Chen Hu, Gaoli Guo, Huihua Li, Jian Wang, Zhengqing Liu, Leilei Zheng, Huang Zhang
Summary: Aqueous zinc-ion batteries (ZIBs) have gained attention for their high energy, safety, and environmental friendliness. This study reports on the interfacial chemistry in an engineered non-concentrated aqueous electrolyte by co-solvent strategy, which stabilizes the aqueous Zn batteries and improves their performance.
SURFACES AND INTERFACES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
A. L. Buzlukov, N. Medvedeva, D. Suetin, A. Serdtsev, Y. Baklanova, S. F. Solodovnikov, A. P. Tyutyunnik, T. A. Denisova, O. A. Gulyaeva
Summary: The type and concentration of M element in alluaudite-type compounds play a crucial role in the sodium diffusion process, with higher concentration and charge of M element enhancing sodium mobility. Additionally, sodium dynamics increase with the size of M ion.
JOURNAL OF SOLID STATE CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Shangxin Wei, Benjamin Peerless, Lukas Guggolz, Stefan Mitzinger, Stefanie Dehnen
Summary: In this study, a series of clusters were synthesized by reacting Ge/As anions with [MPh2] (M=Zn, Cd, Hg; Ph=phenyl). The choice of reactants was found to influence the structure of the resulting clusters. Quantum chemistry calculations confirmed the compositions and provided insight into the structural peculiarities. Additionally, the impact of different [MR2] reactants was investigated.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2023)
Article
Physics, Condensed Matter
I. P. Carvalho, A. F. Lima, M. Lalic
Summary: In this study, density functional theory was used to investigate the phonon and thermodynamic properties of three MWO4 compounds. It was found that the GGA-PBEsol approach exhibited better performance for BaWO4 and extended the study to SrWO4 and CaWO4, revealing a relationship between the M2+ ionic radius and thermodynamic properties. The specific heat at constant volume at high temperature followed the order BaWO4 > CaWO4 > SrWO4.
SOLID STATE COMMUNICATIONS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Zhoujie Wang, Huadong Tian, Jing Liu, Jingyi Wang, Qingye Lu, Lei Xie
Summary: Adsorption of Cd(II) on serpentine was investigated under typical environment conditions, involving common environmental anions and cations. The adsorption was negligibly affected by anion type, but was specifically modulated by cations. Mono- and divalent cations enhanced the adsorption by weakening electrostatic double layer repulsion, while trivalent cations suppressed the adsorption due to competitive adsorption. Fe3+ and Al3+ prevented Cd(II) adsorption by binding surface active sites, forming more stable inner-sphere complexes. This study provides insights into the influence of interfacial ion specificity on Cd(II) adsorption in terrestrial and aquatic environments.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
M. Arejdal, A. Abbassi, A. Kadiri
Summary: This paper investigates the electronic, magnetic, and optical properties of double Perovskites Ba2MUO6 using Density Functional Theory approach. Detailed results including optimized structure parameters, band structures, electronic densities of states, reflectivity, transmittance, and absorbance are obtained. Comparison with experimental values shows good agreement.
OPTICAL AND QUANTUM ELECTRONICS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jin-Ke Bao, Christos D. Malliakas, Chi Zhang, Songting Cai, Haijie Chen, Alexander J. E. Rettie, Brandon L. Fisher, Duck Young Chung, Vinayak P. Dravid, Mercouri G. Kanatzidis
Summary: KLaM1-xTe4 (M = Mn and Zn) are layered heterostructure materials exhibiting charge density wave order and cluster spin glass behavior, with electron transfer between different layers leading to enhanced electronic specific heat coefficient.
CHEMISTRY OF MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Francis Opoku, Penny P. Govender
Summary: This study systematically investigates the potential of type-II vertical van der Waals heterostructures for hydrogen production using computational studies. The results show that the heterostructures have excellent visible-light optical properties and suitable bandgap energy for water splitting, and can efficiently photocatalyze hydrogen production in acid solutions.
CURRENT APPLIED PHYSICS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Samuel Osei-Bonsu Oppong, Francis Opoku, Penny P. Govender
Summary: The Eu-TiO2-GO composite demonstrated superior photocatalytic performance in degrading organic pollutants compared to bulk TiO2, with a 19-fold increase in apparent rate constant. The composite exhibited efficient separation of electron-hole pairs, potential drop, and a polarized electric field at the interface, leading to enhanced charge carrier separation and visible light absorbance. Additionally, the composite displayed stronger interfacial interaction, smaller interlayer distance, and greater charge redistribution compared to TiO2-GO composite, confirming its effectiveness as a solar photocatalyst for wastewater treatment.
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Seiso Emmanuel Tsoeu, Francis Opoku, Penny Poomani Govender
Summary: The study conducted first-principles hybrid density functional theory calculations on a GaSe/C2N vdWs heterostructure and found promising results in energy conversion efficiency and light absorption.
JOURNAL OF ELECTRONIC MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Mohsen Keyvanfard, Hassan Karimi-Maleh, Fatemeh Karimi, Francis Opoku, Ephraim Muriithi Kiarii, Poomani Penny Govender, Mehdi Taghavi, Li Fu, Aysenur Aygun, Fatih Sen
Summary: An electro-catalytic tool was developed for the analysis of N-acetylcysteine, showing two separate signals for the determination in the presence of theophylline. First-principle studies were conducted to understand the interaction nature and electronic properties for designing high-performance sensor materials.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Francis Oluwole Shode, John Omo-Osagie Uhomoibhi, Kehinde Ademola Idowu, Saheed Sabiu, Krishna Kuben Govender
Summary: This study utilized molecular dynamics simulation and computational techniques to investigate the inhibitory potential of bioactive compounds from South African indigenous plants against HIV-1 subtype C protease. The results showed that six compounds exhibited favorable anti-HIV activities and binding patterns, suggesting their potential as lead candidates for HIVpro inhibition.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Tunde Lewis Yusuf, Segun Ajibola Ogundare, Francis Opoku, Nonhlagabezo Mabuba
Summary: In this study, the Co3Se4/BiVO4 heterojunction was comprehensively studied experimentally and through density functional theory simulations to understand its relationship with enhanced photocatalytic activity. The photoanode based on the S-Scheme heterojunction showed efficient photoelectrochemical degradation of sulfamethoxazole. The semiconducting properties of BiVO4 and Co3Se4, with their different energy levels, make them suitable for constructing the S-Scheme heterojunction. The BiVO4/Co3Se4 composite was prepared and characterized using various techniques, and the photo-electrochemical properties were evaluated. The composite photoanode exhibited improved photocurrent density and efficient charge carrier separation, leading to enhanced degradation efficiency of sulfamethoxazole.
SURFACES AND INTERFACES
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Marian Asantewah Nkansah, Mavis Korankye, Godfred Darko, Matt Dodd, Francis Opoku
Summary: Food additives are used to improve various aspects of food, but heavy metals in the diet can negatively affect human health. This study used a X-Ray Fluorescence Analyzer to measure heavy metal content in saltpetre, a common food additive. The study found significant concentrations of essential metals such as Ca, K, Fe, and Zn, as well as toxic metals such as As and Pb in the saltpetre samples. The presence of these metals highlights the need to monitor their content in food additives and the potential health risks to consumers.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Potlako J. Mafa, Mope E. Malefane, Francis Opoku, Bhekie B. Mamba, Alex T. Kuvarega
Summary: This study focused on the fabrication of an efficient photoanode (MoS2/Ag@WO3/EG) for the photo-electrocatalytic degradation of bisphenol A. The photoanode exhibited the highest efficiency of 100% degradation of bisphenol A under optimal conditions. This work sheds light on the production of highly effective house-made photoanodes for industrial degradation of pollutants.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Theresa Yvonne Arhin, Awewomom Jonathan, Francis Opoku, Marina Aferiba Tandoh, Emmanuel Adu Amankwah, Osei Akoto
Summary: This study investigates the concentration of transition metals in imported and local rice brands on sale in some Ghanaian markets and the biochemical influences on the health of the Ghanaian population. The levels of Fe, Cd, and Cu in the current study are much lower than previous studies in Ghana. Rice sold in the Ghanaian markets contains essential transition metals within acceptable limits. However, certain rice brands from the USA and India have hazard indices above the safe limit and can pose long-term health complications to consumers.
ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING AND ASSESSMENT
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Francis Opoku, Osei Akoto, Edward Ebow Kwaansa-Ansah, Noah Kyame Asare-Donkor, Anthony Apeke Adimado
Summary: Surface engineering is an efficient technique to enhance charge separation and visible light absorption in semiconductor photocatalyst materials. This study investigates the photocatalytic properties and electronic structure of BaTiO3-modified cubic LaAlO3 surfaces. The BaTiO3/LaAlO3 heterostructures show improved absorption, work functions, and band alignment for efficient charge separation. The coupling of BaTiO3(001) surface with LaAlO3(001) surface enhances visible light photoactivity due to the presence of more active adsorption sites.
CHEMICAL PHYSICS IMPACT
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Francis Opoku, Osei Akoto, Edward Ebow Kwaansa-Ansah, Noah Kyame Asare-Donkor, Anthony Apeke Adimado
Summary: A hotspot in renewable energy research is the use of visible light to drive photocatalytic water splitting for hydrogen production. This study designs and investigates 2D/2D CS/SiC vdWHs as potential photocatalysts, finding the most stable stacking pattern and their ability to prevent electron-hole recombination. The CS/SiC vdWHs also demonstrate high optical absorption intensity for visible light and suitable band gaps for photocatalytic water splitting.
MATERIALS ADVANCES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Awewomom Jonathan, Francis Opoku, Osei Akoto
Summary: This study investigated the concentration and health risks of heavy metals in water, bottom sediment, and fish from the Asuoyeboah River in Kumasi, Ghana. The impact of heavy metals on ecology and aquatic toxicity was assessed, and the sources and extent of pollution were explored. The water samples demonstrated high levels of Pb, Fe, Zn, Cd, and Cr, with Cd, Fe, and Pb exceeding the permissible limits set by the World Health Organization. The non-carcinogenic risk assessment showed little to no adverse health concerns for the population, while Cr and Pb posed a potential risk of cancer. The study also found that the water quality in the Asuoyeboah River was very poor, highlighting the need for stricter regulations to safeguard water quality.
CHEMISTRY AFRICA-A JOURNAL OF THE TUNISIAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Francis Opoku, Penny P. Govender
Summary: The study investigates the properties of MTe2/GaTe2 vdW heterostructures designed using different TMD materials for potential photovoltaic solar cell applications. The heterostructures show enhanced light absorption, band alignment, and charge separation characteristics, leading to a maximum power conversion efficiency of 22.91%. This work provides theoretical support for the design of next-generation promising materials for solar device applications.
PHYSICAL SCIENCES REVIEWS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Francis Opoku, Albert Aniagyei, Osei Akoto, Edward Ebow Kwaansa-Ansah, Noah Kyame Asare-Donkor, Anthony Apeke Adimado
Summary: Highly efficient type II van der Waals (vdW) heterostructures can be used for photocatalytic water splitting to generate hydrogen. The CdS/SiH vdW heterostructure, with stable interface and indirect bandgap, shows effective separation of electron-hole pairs. Additionally, it has a broad absorption edge in the high-energy visible light region and its properties can be tuned by applying strain and electric field.
MATERIALS ADVANCES
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Francis Opoku, Samuel Osei-Bonsu Oppong, Albert Aniagyei, Osei Akoto, Anthony Apeke Adimado
Summary: In this study, a novel 2D g-GaN/Sc2CO2 heterostructure was designed and investigated as a potential solar-driven photocatalyst for water splitting. The results showed that g-GaN and Sc2CO2 can form a stable vdW heterostructure with suitable band alignment. The heterostructure exhibited thermal and dynamic stability and showed improved optical absorption compared to individual g-GaN and Sc2CO2 monolayers. Tunable electronic and structural properties were achieved by varying the electric field and biaxial strain, with compressive strain and negative electric field being more effective for promoting hydrogen production. Overall, this research provides strategies to enhance the performance of MXene-based heterojunction photocatalysts in solar harvesting and optoelectronic devices.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Sergey Yu. Ketkov, Sheng-Yuan Tzeng, Elena A. Rychagova, Anton N. Lukoyanov, Wen-Bih Tzeng
Summary: Metallocenes, including methylcobaltocene, play important roles in various fields of chemistry. The ionization energy and vibrational structure of (Cp ')(Cp)Co can be influenced by introducing methyl substituents. The mass-analyzed threshold ionization spectrum and DFT calculations provide accurate information about the properties and transformations of (Cp ')(Cp)Co.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Qifeng Mu, Jian Hu
Summary: Polymer mechanochemistry has experienced a renaissance due to the rapid development of mechanophores and principles governing mechanochemical transduction or material strengthening. It has not only provided fundamental guidelines for converting mechanical energy into chemical output, but also found applications in engineering and smart devices.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Da Hye Yang, Francesco Ricci, Fredrik L. Nordstrom, Na Li
Summary: Through systematic evaluation of the oiling-out behavior of procaine, we identified both stable and metastable liquid-liquid phase separation, and established phase diagrams to assist in rational selection of crystallization strategies.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Vikki Anand Varma, Simmie Jaglan, Mohd Yasir Khan, Sujin B. Babu
Summary: Designing engineering structures like nanocages, shells, and containers through self-assembly of colloids is a challenging problem. This work proposes a simple model for the subunit, which leads to the formation of monodispersed spherical cages or containers. The model with only one control parameter can be used to design cages with the desired radius.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hainan Jiang, Yaolong He, Xiaolin Li, Zhiyao Jin, Huijie Yu, Dawei Li
Summary: The cycling lifespan and coulombic efficiency of lithium-ion batteries are crucial for high C-rate applications. The Li-ion concentration plays a crucial role in determining the mechanical integrity and structural stability of electrodes. This study focuses on graphite as the working electrode and establishes an experimental system to investigate the mechanical properties of composite graphite electrode at different C-rates. Considering the effect of Li-ion concentration in stress analysis is found to be significant.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zhiye Wang, Yunchuan Li, Mingjun Sun
Summary: This study investigates the influence of intramolecular pi-pi interactions on the electronic transport capabilities of molecules. By designing and analyzing three pi-conjugated molecules, the researchers observe that different pi-conjugated structures have varying effects on electron transport. The findings provide a theoretical foundation for designing single-molecule electronic devices with multiple electron channels based on intramolecular pi-pi interactions.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yuandong Xu, Haoyang Feng, Chaoyang Dong, Yuqing Yang, Meng Zhou, Yajun Wei, Hui Guo, Yaqing Wei, Jishan Su, Yingying Ben, Xia Zhang
Summary: Hollow MoS2 cubes and spheres were successfully synthesized using a one-step hydrothermal method with the hard template method. The hollow MoS2 cubes exhibited higher specific capacitance and energy density compared to the hollow MoS2 spheres. The symmetrical supercapacitors assembled with these hollow structures showed good performance and high capacity retention after multiple cycles. These findings suggest that controlling the pore structure and surface characteristics of MoS2 is crucial for enhancing its electrochemical properties.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ainhoa Oliden-Sanchez, Rebeca Sola-Llano, Joaquin Perez-Pariente, Luis Gomez-Hortiguela, Virginia Martinez-Martinez
Summary: The combination of photoactive molecules and inorganic structures is important for the development of advanced materials in optics. In this study, bulky dyes were successfully encapsulated in a zeolitic framework, resulting in emission throughout the visible spectrum.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Miaomiao Zhang, Cunyuan Pei, Qiqi Xiang, Lintao Liu, Zhongxu Dai, Huijuan Ma, Shibing Ni
Summary: The design of a solid electrolyte interphase (SEI) plays a crucial role in improving the electrochemical performance of anode materials. In this study, lithium difluoro(oxalate)borate (LiDFOB) is used as an electrolyte additive to form a protective SEI film on Li3VO4 (LVO) anodes. The addition of LiDFOB results in a dense, uniform, stable, and LiF-richer SEI, which enhances the Li-ion storage kinetics. The generated SEI also prevents further decomposition of the electrolyte and maintains the morphology of LVO anodes during charge/discharge processes. This work demonstrates the effectiveness of LiDFOB as a multi-functional additive for LiPF6 electrolytes and provides insights into SEI construction for high-performance LVO anodes.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
B. V. Andryushechkin, T. V. Pavlova, V. M. Shevlyuga
Summary: The atomic structure of the Ag(111)-p(4 x 4)-O phase was reexamined and two phases with the same periodicity were discovered. It was demonstrated that the accepted Ag6 model is incompatible with high-resolution oxygen-sensitive STM images.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
S. L. Romo-Avila, D. Marquez-Ruiz, R. A. Guirado-Lopez
Summary: In this study, we used density functional theory (DFT) calculations to investigate the interaction between model graphene oxide (GO) nanostructures and chlorine monoxide ClO. We aimed to understand the role of this highly oxidizing species in breaking C-C bonds and forming significant holes on GO sheets. Our results showed that C-C bonds in a single graphene oxide sheet can be broken through a simple mechanism involving the dissociation of two chemically attached ClO molecules. The formation of carbonyl groups and holes on the GO surface was also observed. This study provides important insights into the degradation of carbon nanotubes and the stability of GO during the myeloperoxidase (MPO) catalytic cycle.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Alberto Garcia-Fernandez, Birgit Kammlander, Stefania Riva, Hakan Rensmo, Ute B. Cappel
Summary: In this study, the X-ray stability of five different lead halide perovskite compositions (MAPbI3, MAPbCl3, MAPbBr3, FAPbBr3, CsPbBr3) was investigated using photoelectron spectroscopy. Different degradation mechanisms and resistance to X-ray were observed depending on the crystal composition. Overall, perovskite compositions based on the MA+ cation were found to be less stable than those based on FA+ or Cs+. Metallic lead formation was most easily observed in the chloride perovskite, followed by bromide, and very little in MAPbI3. Multiple degradation processes were identified for the bromide compositions, including ion migration, formation of volatile and solid products, as well as metallic lead. CsBr was formed as a solid degradation product on the surface of CsPbBr3.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Timofei Rostilov, Vadim Ziborov, Alexander Dolgoborodov, Mikhail Kuskov
Summary: The shock-loading behavior of nanomaterials is investigated in this study. It is found that shock compaction waves exhibit a distinct two-step structure, with the formation of faster precursor waves that travel ahead of the main compaction waves. The complexity of the shock Hugoniot curve of the tested nanomaterial is described, and the effect of initial porosity on the compressed states is demonstrated.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Sergey S. Nikitin, Alexander D. Koryakov, Elizaveta A. Antipinskaya, Alexey A. Markov, Mikhail V. Patrakeev
Summary: The stability of La1/3Sr2/3Fe1-xMnxO3-delta, a perovskite-type oxide, under reducing conditions is dependent on the manganese content. Increasing the manganese content leads to a decrease in stability. The behavior of iron and manganese in the oxide shows distinct differences, which can be attributed to the difference in the enthalpy of oxidation reactions. Additionally, the change in the La/Sr ratio affects the concentration of iron and manganese ions.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Mosayeb Naseri, Shirin Amirian, Mehrdad Faraji, Mohammad Abdur Rashid, Maicon Pierre Lourenco, Venkataraman Thangadurai, D. R. Salahub
Summary: Inspired by the successful transfer of freestanding ultrathin films of SrTiO3 and BiFeO3, this study assessed the structural stability and investigated the electronic, optical, and thermoelectric properties of a group of two-dimensional perovskite-type materials called perovskenes. The findings revealed that these materials are wide bandgap semiconductors with potential application in UV shielding. Moreover, they exhibit better electrical and thermal conductivity at high temperatures, enabling efficient power generation in thermoelectric devices.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2024)