Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
P. Arevalo-Cid, M. F. Vaz, M. F. Montemor
Summary: Highly porous iron-nickel foams were prepared by a dynamic hydrogen bubble template electrodeposition method and showed excellent electrochemical stability and mechanical properties. The foam structure and morphology were affected by the Ni content, with higher Ni content resulting in better mechanical performance. This innovative technique enables the design of iron foams with desired properties for industrial applications.
MATERIALS CHARACTERIZATION
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Pardis Ghahramani, Rasool Moradi-Dastjerdi, Kamran Behdinan, Hani E. Naguib
Summary: In recent years, there has been significant interest in ultra-flexible nanocomposite foams due to their novel features for various engineering applications. This study evaluates the mechanical property of Young's modulus of nanocomposite foams experimentally and theoretically. The results suggest that an optimum value of foam porosity and MWCNT content is necessary to enhance Young's modulus of nanocomposite foams.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2023)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
T. Jesiak, M. Hasiak, A. Laszcz, J. Checmanowski, Y. Gerasymchuk, P. Stachowiak, W. Strek, D. Hreniak
Summary: This study explores the combination of thermal insulation properties of porous oxide material and the exceptional thermal conductivity properties of graphene flakes. Blocks of porous glass foam matrix were prepared using the sol-gel method and heat treatment at 450 degrees C. The microstructure of the samples was analyzed using scanning electron microscopy, Raman spectroscopy, and X-ray diffraction. The thermal and mechanical properties of the samples were discussed in relation to their potential applications as novel thermo-smart composite materials.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Biao Zhu, Qianxin Xu, Xiaoyan Bao, Hao Yin, Yumei Qin, Xing-Can Shen
Summary: The study successfully fabricated a g-C3N4 (CN) foam/LDH heterojunction monolith with good CO2 adsorption performance and enhanced CO2 photoreduction activity. The practical applicability of NCF monolith with different thicknesses was demonstrated for the first time, showing great potential for efficient capture and photoreduction of CO2.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yuting Xia, Hailong Wang, Gang Shao, Chang-An Wang
Summary: This study presents a strategy to improve the reversibility and cycling stability of aqueous zinc-ion batteries by using modified porous natural zeolite materials as a protective coating for the zinc anode. The modified zinc anodes exhibited long cycling lifespan and high capacity, demonstrating the potential of this approach for high-performance aqueous batteries.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Quan Li, Chen-Chih Tsai, Michael Scheffler, Shiv Joshi, Rajendra K. Bordia
Summary: Highly porous SiOC ceramic foams with gradient or uniform macrostructures were achieved through polymer derived ceramic routes, by adjusting precursor viscosity and introducing SiO2 powders. Increasing precursor viscosity via precuring preceramic polymers led to improved pore size uniformity and decreased average pore size. Additionally, the addition of SiO2 fillers reduced crosslinking reaction rate, resulting in homogeneous pore nucleation and uniform small pore size foams.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Wei Lu, Juan Li, Guansheng Qi, Xiangming Hu, Qian Zhang, Mingjun Wang, Maoyuan Zhang
Summary: Porous materials based on alkaline solid wastes were prepared and zeolite was added to further enhance the CO2 adsorption capacity. The addition of zeolite significantly improved the CO2 adsorption performance but decreased the compressive strength of the porous materials.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
Xue-Kun Chen, Xiao-Yan Hu, Peng Jia, Zhong-Xiang Xie, Jun Liu
Summary: This study systematically investigates thermal transport in CFs and finds that the anisotropic behavior is related to the group velocity of phonons and can be regulated by strains. The interfacial thermal conductance of CFs/silicon substrate is predicted to be about 35 MW/m(2) K-1 for thermal management applications.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MECHANICAL SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Svetlana Ivanova, Eva Koester, Julian J. Holstein, Niklas Keller, Guido H. Clever, Thomas Bein, Florian Beuerle
Summary: The study demonstrates that the pore structures of nanocubes can be tunable by alkyl substituents, leading to highly porous materials with intricate arrangements of micro- and mesopores.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2021)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
T. V. Vakalova, I. B. Revva
Summary: By utilizing the porous nature of ash microspheres and zeolite rock, as well as their interaction mechanisms in the mixture, it is possible to prepare highly porous heat-insulating ceramic bricks.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Xuyang Chu, Xiaojin Tang, Wei Chen, Yifan Yang, Wei Zhou, Jianxiang Huang
Summary: This paper investigates the impact of problems like shear thinning in ink materials and the low formation accuracy of structured catalysts in the direct-ink-writing (DIW) process, and aims to improve the performance of DIW in printing structured catalysts through process optimization. The study focuses on the effects of process parameters on extrusion and formation in 3D printing, and analyzes the main factors affecting printing accuracy and stability. Experimental results show that the designed porous zeolite catalyst demonstrates fine catalytic performance and mechanical strength.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Quanli Ke, Ibrahim Khalil, Brent Smeyers, Zheng Li, Rodrigo Oliveira-Silva, Bert Sels, Dimitrios Sakellariou, Michiel Dusselier
Summary: A cooperative OSDA strategy was used to synthesize novel high-silica FAU zeolites with large potential for disruptive acid catalysis, exhibiting superior performance in catalytic degradation of polyethylene compared to commercial FAU zeolites and materials synthesized without cooperation.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Solomon-Oshioke Agbedor, Donghui Yang, Jianqing Chen, Lei Wang, Hong Wu
Summary: By using carbamide granules as the space holder, Mg alloy foams with interconnected pore structures were synthesized through reactive sintering. The addition of Zn influences the microstructural evolution and compressive strength of the foam, and the formation of intermetallic compounds is crucial for achieving bonding strength.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Albrecht Gilka-Botzow, Paula Folino, Andreas Maier, Eduardus A. B. Koenders, Antonio Caggiano
Summary: This study investigates the failure mechanisms, thermal properties, inner structure, and mechanical performance of highly porous cementitious foams under triaxial stress states and different levels of confinement. The results demonstrate that moderate confinement can enhance strength with almost perfect elastic-plastic behavior, while higher levels of confinement lead to highly unstable mechanical responses.
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Cheng Du, Ping Li, Zhihua Zhuang, Zhongying Fang, Shuijian He, Ligang Feng, Wei Chen
Summary: This article reviews the importance and applications of porous nanostructures in electrocatalysis. Six synthesis methods for porous electrocatalysts are introduced, and the activity, selectivity, and stability of porous nanomaterials in electrocatalysis are discussed. The challenges and future research directions for porous electrocatalysts are also proposed.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Claudio Ferraro, Esther Garcia-Tunon, Suelen Barg, Miriam Miranda, Na Ni, Robert Bell, Eduardo Saiz
JOURNAL OF THE EUROPEAN CERAMIC SOCIETY
(2018)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Wenji Yang, Jie Yang, Jae Jong Byun, Francis P. Moissinac, Jiaqi Xu, Sarah J. Haigh, Marco Domingos, Mark A. Bissett, Robert A. W. Dryfe, Suelen Barg
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2019)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
N. Joseph Singh, Boris Wareppam, Subrata Ghosh, B. Prasad Sahu, P. K. AjiKumar, H. Premjit Singh, Soumee Chakraborty, S. S. Pati, A. C. Oliveira, Suelen Barg, V. K. Garg, L. Herojit Singh
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Subrata Ghosh, Suelen Barg, Sang Mun Jeong, Kostya (Ken) Ostrikov
ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2020)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Pei Yang, Gustavo Tontini, Jiacheng Wang, Ian A. Kinloch, Suelen Barg
Summary: A versatile aqueous processing route was developed to produce rGO-GNP lamellar aerogels via freeze-casting, with the reduction time found to control the microstructure and tune the electrical and mechanical properties. The compromise between tuning of electrical and mechanical properties was demonstrated in aerogels with different reduction times.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Pei Yang, Tian Xia, Subrata Ghosh, Jiacheng Wang, Shelley D. Rawson, Philip J. Withers, Ian A. Kinloch, Suelen Barg
Summary: The study presents a novel 3D epoxy resin/Ti3C2Tx MXene composite material prepared using a unidirectional freeze-casting technique, demonstrating excellent Joule heating performance for electrothermal applications. The composite offers a potential alternative to traditional metal-based and nanocarbon-based electrothermal materials, providing a simple and cost-effective method for preparation.
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Michael Greaves, Mana Mende, Jiacheng Wang, Wenji Yang, Suelen Barg
Summary: MXenes, particularly titanium carbide, exhibit unique properties for colloidal processing due to their electrical conductivity, chemical activity, and easy dispersibility in water. Recent studies on the rheology of colloidal MXenes have contributed to a better understanding of their applications in processes such as printing and patterning.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wenji Yang, Jae Jong Byun, Jie Yang, Francis Peter Moissinac, Yingjie Ma, Hui Ding, Wei Sun, Robert A. W. Dryfe, Suelen Barg
Summary: This study presents a flexible supercapacitor utilizing Ti3C2Tx and hBN to provide high electrical conductivity and self-supporting properties, aiming for high performance and power density.
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Shelley D. Rawson, Vildan Bayram, Samuel A. McDonald, Pei Yang, Loic Courtois, Yi Guo, Jiaqi Xu, Timothy L. Burnett, Suelen Barg, Philip J. Withers
Summary: Aerogels are attracting attention due to their lightweight and high porosity, and this study has developed a method to quantitatively analyze the microstructural evolution of lamellar aerogels. The study shows that the sheets rotate towards a flat orientation and narrow in spacing during compression, except for sheets close to the loading direction. These findings provide insights for optimizing the freeze-casting process.
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Pei Yang, Subrata Ghosh, Tian Xia, Jiacheng Wang, Mark A. Bissett, Ian A. Kinloch, Suelen Barg
Summary: Polymer composites are considered as a potential alternative for Joule heating materials, with the construction of a continuous conductive network of fillers remaining a challenge. A three-dimensional graphene-based aerogel infiltrated with epoxy demonstrated excellent Joule heating performance, showcasing high electrical and thermal conductivity along the parallel direction to the lamellar structure growth. The induced steady-state temperature was found to have a linear relationship with the electrical and thermal conductivities of the materials, indicating potential for thermal management applications.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Physics, Applied
Subrata Ghosh, S. R. Polaki, Andrea Macrelli, Carlo S. Casari, Suelen Barg, Sang Mun Jeong, Kostya (Ken) Ostrikov
Summary: As renewable energy becomes crucial, electrochemical energy storage devices are necessary for efficient energy storage and reliable supply. The electrode material plays a key role in determining the storage capacity and power delivery. Decorating carbon-based materials with nanoparticles is a promising strategy to enhance their properties and improve their performance in next-generation energy storage devices.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICS D-APPLIED PHYSICS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Wenji Yang, Jae Jong Byun, Jie Yang, Francis Peter Moissinac, Yudong Peng, Gustavo Tontini, Robert A. W. Dryfe, Suelen Barg
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL MATERIALS
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Vildan Bayram, Michael Ghidiu, Jae J. Byun, Shelley D. Rawson, Pei Yang, Samuel A. Mcdonald, Matthew Lindley, Simon Fairclough, Sarah J. Haigh, Philip J. Withers, Michel W. Barsoum, Ian A. Kinloch, Suelen Barg
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2020)
Review
Electrochemistry
Michael Greaves, Suelen Barg, Mark A. Bissett
BATTERIES & SUPERCAPS
(2020)
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
G. Tontini, M. Greaves, S. Ghosh, V. Bayram, S. Barg
JOURNAL OF PHYSICS-MATERIALS
(2020)
