Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Peng He, Haitao Fu, Xiaohong Yang, Shixian Xiong, Dezhi Han, Xizhong An
Summary: This study investigated various integration types of In2O3/ZnS composites as high-performance sensing materials for different volatile organic compounds. Two optimized structures were prepared by adjusting the molar ratios of In2O3 to ZnS and showed different sensing responses towards specific target gases, highlighting the importance of composite selection and structure design in developing high-performance gas sensors.
SENSORS AND ACTUATORS B-CHEMICAL
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Chao Zhang, Yunchun Huan, Ying Li, Yifan Luo, Marc Debliquy
Summary: In this study, hollow sphere sensors based on In2O3 were prepared using the soft template method for the detection of low concentrations of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) for early diagnosis of lung cancer. The Ag-In2O3 composite sensors showed the highest response to isopropanol and had a significant improvement compared to pure In2O3 sensors, with shortened response and recovery time.
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED CERAMICS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Chao Shen, Ning Xu, Rongfeng Guan, Lu Yue, Wenhui Zhang
Summary: In2O3 spheres were successfully prepared using a nitric acid-assisted solvothermal method, with the morphology and structure of the products controlled by the nitric acid content. The sensing performance of In2O3 was enhanced by the addition of nitric acid, particularly with In2O3 spheres with partial broken structures showing a high response to ethanol and good selectivity and stability at 250 degrees C.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jesse Nii Okai Amu-Darko, Shahid Hussain, Qiang Gong, Xiangzhao Zhang, Ziwei Xu, Mingsong Wang, Guiwu Liu, Guanjun Qiao
Summary: In this study, In2O3/PANI composites were synthesized using the hydrothermal technique to explore their sensing capabilities for NO2 gas. The gas sensing properties, such as response/recovery time, optimal temperature, and recyclability, were investigated by analyzing the morphology, purity, and crystal structures of the samples. The In2O3/PANI-1 sensors exhibited high responses, quick response and recovery times, and a low detection limit to NO2 gas at a working temperature of 250 degrees C. The fundamental detecting mechanism for NO2 gas and the electrical characteristics of the In2O3/PANI composites were also discussed.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Yingying Zheng, Lianqiang Wang, Hongwei Tian, Liang Qiao, Yi Zeng, Chunbao Liu
Summary: In this study, NiCo2O4 double-shelled hollow spheres (DHSs) with porous surfaces were successfully synthesized using a self-templating strategy, with a large specific surface area of up to 93.5 m² g⁻¹, outstanding gas permeability, and more reactive sites. The sensitivity and response time of NiCo2O4 DHSs to 100 ppm xylene at the optimal working temperature of 240 degrees C were 23.3 and 15.4 s, respectively.
SENSORS AND ACTUATORS B-CHEMICAL
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jesse Nii Okai Amu-Darko, Shahid Hussain, Xiangzhao Zhang, Asma A. Alothman, Mohamed Ouladsmane, M. Tariq Nazir, Guanjun Qiao, Guiwu Liu
Summary: Through thermal treatment, a mixed heterostructures In2O3/ZnO hollow nanocages were prepared, which showed exceptional sensitivity and selectivity to hydrogen sulfide gas, greatly improving the gas sensing performance.
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Jiahong Zheng, Jiajun Shen, Xin Bai, Pengfei Yu
Summary: Transition metal sulfides have been widely studied as ideal electrode materials for supercapacitors. In this study, NiCo2S4 hollow nanospheres were successfully synthesized and showed high specific capacity and long cycle life. Furthermore, the assembled NiCo2S4//activated carbon asymmetric device exhibited high energy density.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE-MATERIALS IN ELECTRONICS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Lixin Zhang, Congli Wang, Hongfang Jiu, Qianwen Xu, Xin Li, Wei Song, Shiyu Luo, Jiahui Zhao
Summary: In this study, a closely packed carbon-encapsulated CuO/Cu2O heterohedron catalyst with remarkable catalytic activity and stability was reported for the hydrogen evolution reaction in alkaline media.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xinran Li, Xue Gao, Weili Lu, Hassan Fouad, Abdel-Hamid Mourad, M. Shaheer Akhtar, Weiwei Guo
Summary: In this study, CoSnO3 nanocubes with p-type semiconductor feature were successfully synthesized via a hydrothermal method, and characterized by various techniques. The results showed that the material exhibited excellent gas sensing performance to ethanol, making it a promising gas sensing material for ethanol detection.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zicheng Zheng, Nan Jiang, Rong Liang, Hanwen Chi, Jingmin Wu, Jie Jiang, Zhizhen Ye, Liping Zhu
Summary: Pt-decorated In2O3 hollow microspheres were prepared using a template and reflux method, with the Pt decoration significantly enhancing the response of the In2O3-based sensor towards acetone. The addition of Pt led to an increase in specific surface area and the availability of active sites for the target gas, resulting in alterations to the energy band structure. The proposed sensor has high sensitivity and can detect low concentrations of acetone, making it suitable for applications such as monitoring dietary intake, managing diabetes, and inspecting industrial processes.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Keke Zhu, Yunpeng Zhang, Ranran Jiao, Yanjun Zhai, Denghu Wei, Suyuan Zeng, Lei Wang
Summary: A rationally designed strategy was employed to prepare VN@C hollow structures using ZIF-8 polyhedra as sacrificial templates, which also acted as nitrogen and carbon sources during the synthesis. The resulting product demonstrated outstanding lithium storage performance due to the unique loose hollow structure with high surface area of VN@C and the support of carbon, achieving a discharge capacity of 495.3 mA h g(-1) at 1 A g(-1) after 500 cycles.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Shi Kun Wang, Ao Chen Wang, Chao Yue Zhang, Qian Yu Liu, Jun Di Cheng, Yan Chun Wang, Xiu Ping Gao, Qing Feng Xie, Zhen Xing Zhang, Geng Zhi Sun, Xiao Jun Pan, Jin Yuan Zhou
Summary: A sandwich-structured hollow nanofiber material, In2S3/In2O3/In2S3 (ISOS HNF), was designed using electrospinning and postvulcanization treatments. The ISOS HNF material effectively overcomes the blocking effect in core-shell heterojunction sensors, and shows improved gas response due to the double In2S3/In2O3 heterointerfaces and the porous In2S3 coatings that enhance gas diffusion.
ACS APPLIED NANO MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Minh Vuong Phan, Thi Kim Thoa Tran, Quynh Nhu Pham, Manh Huy Do, Thi Hong No Nguyen, Minh Ty Nguyen, Thanh Thao Phan, Thi Xuan Hang To
Summary: This research presents a facile method for synthesizing hollowsilica nanoparticles (HSN) using sodium silicate as the silica precursor without surfactants. The resulting HSN has a mesopore-free silica shell and adjustable diameter ranging from 50 to 200 nm. The prepared HSNs have low thermal conductivity and high reflectance, making them promising for use in reflective and thermally insulating coatings.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yu Zhang, Xue-Ai Teng, Ze-Qun Ma, Rong-Ming Wang, Woon-Ming Lau, Ai-Xian Shan
Summary: A novel synthesis strategy for FeOOH hollow tubes with one-dimensional and hollow features was proposed and successfully implemented. The FeOOH scaly hollow tubes exhibited outstanding catalytic activity, low Tafel slope, and robust stability as oxygen evolution reaction catalysts. This work enhances the feasibility to broaden the design ideas of transition metal-based catalysts.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Feilong Gong, Yixiao Wang, Lihua Gong, Yan Sun, Peiyuan Wang, Yonghui Zhang, Feng Li
Summary: An in situ detector/conductor strategy was reported for the design of double-layered MoO3/MoO2 nano reactors for superior aniline detection. The response of the optimized sensor was significantly higher than other reported results, with a quick recovery time.
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Miao Liu, Peng Song, Zhongxi Yang, Qi Wang
Summary: In this study, a novel SnO2 nanorod/spindle-like Fe2O3 heterostructure was successfully fabricated through a simple two-step hydrothermal route, which showed improved gas sensing performance on volatile organic compounds compared to pure Fe2O3. The enhanced gas-sensitivity performance of the hierarchical SnO2/Fe2O3 heterostructures can be attributed to the synergistic effect and heterojunction of the interface between spindle-like Fe2O3 and SnO2 nanorod. This research may provide new insight and a rational strategy for upgrading the sensing performance of certain semiconductor metal oxide materials through the design of novel layered nanostructures in the future.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Huijun Gao, Yuzhen Ma, Peng Song, Jinfeng Leng, Qi Wang
Summary: A simple, low-cost hydrothermal method was used to synthesize rGO/ZnO aerogel in one step, which was then prepared into a sensor for NO2 detection. With a large surface area and good response at room temperature, the aerogel shows potential application prospects in the gas sensor field.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE-MATERIALS IN ELECTRONICS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Huijun Gao, Yuzhen Ma, Peng Song, Zhongxi Yang, Qi Wang
Summary: In recent years, the introduction of other elements has been an effective method to improve gas sensing performances by generating oxygen vacancies. Cu-doped alpha-Fe2O3 porous spindles were successfully prepared using MIL-88-Fe as the precursor through a simple solvothermal method. The presence of Cu ions helps restrain the growth of crystalline grains and enables the spindles to have a higher specific surface area and smaller pore sizes, leading to superior sensitivity towards triethylamine (TEA) in gas sensing applications.
MATERIALS SCIENCE IN SEMICONDUCTOR PROCESSING
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Pei Hao, Guang-Min Qu, Peng Song, Zhong-Xi Yang, Qi Wang
Summary: Porous La1-xBaxFeO3 microspheres were prepared by a hydrothermal method with Ba-doping, showing high response and rapid response time to ethanol gas at 2 mol% Ba-doping concentration. The sensing material demonstrates superior performance in ethanol detection compared to undoped samples, with an optimum operating temperature of 200 degrees C.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jin Sun, Yanzheng Wang, Peng Song, Zhongxi Yang, Qi Wang
Summary: The Cr-doped In2O3 samples synthesized by calcining metal-organic frameworks (MOFs)-precursors exhibit uniform hollow nanoboxes with large specific surface areas, and the 0.5 wt% Cr-doped In2O3 sample shows excellent gas sensing performance for NH3. The sensor has low operating temperature, high selectivity, good repeatability, relatively high response, low detection concentration, and short response time.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Zenghui Sima, Zhenren Ma, Peng Song, Qi Wang
Summary: The study successfully developed a gas sensor capable of efficiently detecting ultra-low concentrations of ammonia at low temperatures. By uniformly dispersing Cu2O nanoblocks on the wrinkle structure of rGO, the sensing performance was significantly enhanced. The experiments showed extremely fast response and recovery times, providing important insights for future NH3 monitoring at low temperatures.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE-MATERIALS IN ELECTRONICS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Miao Liu, Zeyu Wang, Peng Song, Zhongxi Yang, Qi Wang
Summary: In this study, a high-performance room temperature gas-sensing material was successfully developed by utilizing MXene and reduced graphene oxide as building blocks. The resulting 3D aerogel shows excellent acetone-sensing performance at room temperature, with fast response and recovery times, as well as good reproducibility and selectivity. This strategy of composite 3D graphene/MXene architectures with metal oxide semiconductors provides a new pathway for future development of room temperature gas sensors.
SENSORS AND ACTUATORS B-CHEMICAL
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Jie Yang, Jia Li, Xiaohui Yan, Yangsai Lyu, Ningning Xing, Ping Yang, Peng Song, Min Zuo
Summary: A novel multifunctional Janus magnetic micromotor with self-propulsion and high peroxidase-like activity was developed for the detection and degradation of hydroquinone. The micromotor exhibited a unique 3D hierarchical architecture and could autonomously move, making it an effective platform for dynamically sensitive detection and quick removal of hydroquinone from water.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Shuai Zhang, Yukun Zheng, Peng Song, Jing Sun, Qi Wang
Summary: CeO2/MoO3 nanorods were successfully synthesized and showed enhanced gas sensitivity to trimethylamine gas. The analysis of XPS spectrum revealed the effect of the conversion of Ce ions on the enhancement of gas sensitivity, indicating the potential application of CeO2 in gas sensing.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE-MATERIALS IN ELECTRONICS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Huijun Gao, Yuzhen Ma, Peng Song, Zhongxi Yang, Qi Wang
Summary: In this study, 3D rGO/Co3O4 nanocomposites were prepared using a simple hydrothermal method, exhibiting superior gas sensing properties for ultra-low concentration detection of triethylamine (TEA) at room temperature. The composites' mesoporous structure, large specific surface area, and excellent charge carrier transport properties contribute to their excellent sensing performance, making them potentially useful in the field of gas sensors.
MATERIALS SCIENCE IN SEMICONDUCTOR PROCESSING
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Miao Liu, Jun Ji, Peng Song, Min Liu, Qi Wang
Summary: The study synthesized heterogeneous composites of α-Fe2O3 and Ti3C2Tx MXene, which exhibited outstanding selectivity towards acetone at room temperature.
SENSORS AND ACTUATORS B-CHEMICAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Zhichen Lu, Zenghui Sima, Peng Song
Summary: In this study, nest-like hierarchical In2O3 structures were prepared for efficient detection of formaldehyde gas. The sensor showed good response and recovery characteristics, with response and recovery times of 20 s and 40 s, respectively. It also exhibited good reproducibility and selectivity, making it valuable for sensitive detection of formaldehyde in the environment.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zhichen Lu, Peng Song, Qi Wang
Summary: In this work, hexagonal In2O3 nanosheets with decorated Au nanoparticles were synthesized and used as a sensor for NH3 detection. The sensor exhibited high response and fast response/recovery time at room temperature, as well as good repeatability stability and high selectivity. The excellent sensing behavior was attributed to the synergistic effect of nanosheets structure, Au nanoparticles-enhanced surface chemisorption, and the Schottky barrier. These synthesized hexagonal Au-In2O3 nanosheets provide a new candidate for exclusive NH3 detection at room temperature.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zenghui Sima, Peng Song, Zhichen Lu, Qi Wang
Summary: In this work, Au nanoparticle-functionalized ZnSnO3 cubes were synthesized and successfully formed Schottky barrier-type junctions. The sensor based on Au-ZnSnO3 cubes exhibited excellent response and selectivity to ammonia gas at low temperature, with fast response/recovery time. The sensing mechanism was proposed based on the combination of ZnSnO3 cube structure and catalytic activity of Au nanoparticles. This work provides an efficient strategy for the fabrication of NH3 sensors at low temperature.
JOURNAL OF NANOPARTICLE RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Zhichen Lu, Zhenguang Lin, Qi Wang, Peng Song
Summary: In this study, Au-In2O3 nested hierarchical structure was successfully synthesized and found to have good gas sensing performance for ethanol, making it capable of detecting ethanol gas at room temperature.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Deyong Zheng, Huihui Jin, Yucong Liao, Pengxia Ji
Summary: In this study, a highly stable and efficient catalyst, fluorine-doped Co3O4 (F-Co3O4), was developed for hydrogen production by water electrolysis. The F-Co3O4 catalyst exhibited a remarkable reduction in overpotential and demonstrated excellent stability for over 100 hours.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Ziwen Lv, Jintao Wang, Fengyi Wang, Jianqiang Wang, Fuquan Li, Hongtao Chen
Summary: Adding Cu6Sn5 nano particles can effectively inhibit the overgrowth of intermetallic compounds at the interfaces of solder joints in electronic devices, providing a solution to this issue. A new growth mechanism of intermetallic compounds at the interfaces was identified.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jun Wang, Jiawei Chen, Wanru Liao, Fangyang Liu, Min Liu, Liangxing Jiang
Summary: A BiOI/AgI/Ag plasmonic heterostructure photocathode was successfully designed through electrodeposition, ion-exchange, and illumination methods. This photocathode exhibits superior performance in photoelectrochemical water splitting.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xiaoxiao Liu, Xianxian Zhou, Xiaotao Ma, Qinbo Yuan, Shibin Liu
Summary: In this study, the authors propose a method to accelerate the reaction of polysulfides in lithium-sulfur batteries using a Ni@OC Mott-Schottky heterojunction as a catalyst. The experimental results demonstrate that the charge redistribution at the Ni@OC interface accelerates electron transfer and enhances catalytic activity, leading to improved reaction kinetics and battery performance.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Dayou Ma, Mohammad Rezasefat, Joziel Aparecido da Cruz, Sandro Campos Amico, Marco Giglio, Andrea Manes
Summary: The matrix has a significant effect on the impact resistance of composite materials. Replacing a brittle polymer with a more flexible one can improve impact resistance, but it poses challenges to standard testing methods. This study designs a new fixture for testing the low-velocity impact of soft composites and investigates the effect of the fixture on the mechanical performance.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Lingchang Wang, Qihang Yang, Huzhen Li, Ming Wei, Qian Wang, Zhenzhong Hu, Mengmeng Zhen
Summary: Bronze titanium dioxide (TiO2(B)) is a promising anode material for lithium-ion batteries due to its high specific capacity. However, its practical applications are hindered by poor conductivity and limited electrochemical kinetics. In this study, TiO2(B)-carbon nanosheets heterostructures are synthesized to enhance the cycling performance and rate capability of TiO2(B).
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Atul Thakur, Ritesh Verma, Ankush Chauhan, Fayu Wan, Preeti Thakur
Summary: In this study, BaFe12O19 and BaFe12O19: Epoxy (50:50) nanocomposites were synthesized using the co-precipitation method. The structural information and material properties, such as crystallite size and electrical conductivity, were characterized by XRD, FESEM, EDX, and TEM techniques.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jingyu Wu, Xinyan Ma, Yong Yang
Summary: A well-defined CoS2@NC(CS-500) hierarchical binder-free catalyst cathode is constructed through in-situ grown of ZIF-67 on carbon cloth and high-temperature carbonization. The cathode shows excellent reaction kinetics and electrochemical performance, providing inspiration for developing advanced Li-CO2 battery catalysts.
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Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Svetlana M. Posokhova, Vladimir A. Morozov, Kirill N. Boldyrev, Dina Deyneko, Erzhena T. Pavlova, Bogdan I. Lazoryak
Summary: This study explores the impact of synthesis method and composition on the structure and luminescence properties of K5Eu1-xHox(MoO4)4 with the palmierite-type matrix. The co-doping of Eu3+ and Ho3+ ions plays a critical role in manipulating charge transfer and luminescence efficiency in the visible and infrared regions.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jian Wang, Yeting Tao, Jingsheng Wang, Youtian Tao
Summary: A new electron-transport material iTPyBI-CN is developed through non-catalytic C-N coupling reaction. It exhibits better electroluminescence efficiency in organic light-emitting diodes compared to the commercial material TPBI, due to its twisted geometry and higher energy levels.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Tao Zhu, Feng Huang, Shuo Li, Yang Zhou
Summary: This article combines XRD analysis and microscopic structural observation to investigate the changes in limestone after high-temperature treatment. It finds that 500 degrees C is the critical temperature for crystalline and spatial arrangement changes in limestone, and the thermal conductivity, specific heat capacity, and heat storage coefficient gradually decrease after thermal treatment.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Muhammad Haekal Habibie, Fransiska Sri Herwahyu Krismastuti, Abdi Wira Septama, Faiza Maryani, Vivi Fauzia
Summary: This study focuses on the synthesis of zinc oxide nanostructure from zinc recovered from galvanization ash and highlights its potential as a sustainable source of zinc and as an antibacterial agent.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jingyi Li, Yixin Xing, Wei Gu, Shousi Lu
Summary: In this study, PC@CaP microparticles were fabricated using biomimetic mineralization. The results showed that under environmental stress, PC@CaP exhibited improved stability and antioxidative activity, indicating its potential use in high-added value fields.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yan Liu, Shunyou Chen
Summary: In this study, TNTs were used as a drug carrier and modified with ZIF-8 and silk fibroin to obtain a new drug loading platform. The results showed that this drug-loaded platform had a good drug release effect in vitro and could promote cell proliferation and osteogenic differentiation.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Chunhui Zhu, Wentao Wang, Qing Zhen, Xinning Huang, Shixin Li, Shaochang Wang, Xiaoping Ma, Xiaoxia Liu, Yalong Jiao, Kai Sun, Zhuangzhi Li, Huaixin Yang, Jianqi Li
Summary: A type of stacking fault is revealed in e-InSe crystal, which is associated with a small stacking-fault energy and shows exceptional plasticity.
