Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Guocui Xi, Xun Jiao, Qimeng Peng, Tianbiao Zeng
Summary: MnBi4S7/G, as a new anode material for SIBs, exhibits a higher specific capacity and volume specific capacity, showing superior performance compared to other recently reported novel ternary anode materials.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Syam Kandula, Beom Sik Youn, Jinhan Cho, Hyung-Kyu Lim, Jeong Gon Son
Summary: Developing effective anode materials for sodium-ion batteries remains challenging. In this study, a method to synthesize N-doped carbon-coated FeS2 nanorattles was successfully developed, enabling the formation of nanorattle structures and N/S dual-element doping into the G/SWCNT network. The resulting sample exhibited remarkable electrochemical performance as an anode for SIBs.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Shunjiang Zhang, Ruirui Wang, Ronggen Cao, Fang Fang
Summary: A hybrid composite, NiS@N-rGO, consisting of nickel sulfide nanoparticles anchored on nitrogen-doped reduced graphene oxide, exhibits high electronic conductivity and accelerated ion diffusion, showing excellent performance as an anode material in sodium-ion batteries.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Vijay Kumar Srivastava, Stefanos Mourdikoudis, Jalal Azadmanjiri, Parshant Kumar, Zdenek Sofer
Summary: The present Highlight paper summarises the reported works on the effect of sulfur and nitrogen doping on graphene nanoplatelets for high capacity electrodes in solid-state rechargeable energy storage devices. Lithium-ion batteries provide high power density but are limited by the low electrical conductivity of the anode materials. By designing high-power and stable structures, the capacity and kinetic balance between the anode and cathode can be increased. Graphene nanoplatelets have been widely studied as anode materials due to their unique structure and outstanding electrochemical properties.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Yating Zhang, Zhanrui Zhang, Yongling Zhang, Peng Wang, Pengfei Han, Keke Li, Wei Liu
Summary: A composite of FeS2 and sulfur-doped graphene (SG) was developed, showing promising electrochemical performance as an anode material for LIBs with high capacity and good rate performance.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Zibao Qian, Xuejie Wang, Tao Liu, Liuyang Zhang, Jiaguo Yu
Summary: In this study, nickel-cobalt selenide coated by nitrogen-doped carbon is prepared to improve its crush resistance, leading to high rate capacity and cycling stability in sodium-ion batteries.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Yaning Guo, Chen Hao, Ying Yang, Xingli Wu, Chenghao Ni, Xiaokun Wang, Xiaohong Wang
Summary: A Ni-Mn-S@rGO composite material was designed to enhance the performance of supercapacitors, showing potential applications in the field.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Hao Zheng, Xiao Chen, Lin Li, Chuanqi Feng, Shiquan Wang
Summary: The NiS2/reduced graphene oxide nanocomposite exhibits excellent sodium and potassium storage properties with high initial discharge capacity and reversible capacity. The structure improves electrode conductivity through synergistic effects and effectively buffers volume changes.
MATERIALS RESEARCH BULLETIN
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ling Wang, Changzheng Lin, Tingyi Liang, Ning Wang, Jiangtao Feng, Wei Yan
Summary: A novel composite material of NiSe2 nanoparticles encapsulated in N-doped TiN/carbon nanofibers with in-situ grown carbon nanotubes was prepared. The composite material exhibited excellent sodium-ion storage performance, attributed to the fast sodium-ion diffusion and transfer rate and the pseudocapacitance dominated charge storage mechanism.
MATERIALS TODAY CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Shunjiang Zhang, Ruirui Wang, Ronggen Cao, Fang Fang, Renbing Wu
Summary: Nano-sized, selenium-doped nickel sulfide particles anchored on nitrogen-doped reduced graphene oxide composites show excellent storage kinetics and cycle stability, overcoming the limitations of low electrical conductivity and high bulk expansion of nickel sulfides.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Nesrin Bugday, Mehmet Nurullah Ates, Ozgur Duygulu, Wentao Deng, Xiaobo Ji, Serdar Altin, Sedat Yasar
Summary: Composite anode materials Fe/Co/S@NPC-T were synthesized by sulfurization and pyrolysis of Fe/Co-based ZIF-12. The materials exhibited good structural properties and rechargeable performance.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Alexey A. Mikhaylov, Alexander G. Medvedev, Ivan A. Buldashov, Timur M. Fazliev, Elena A. Mel'nik, Tatiana A. Tripol'skaya, Sergey Sladkevich, Vitaly A. Nikolaev, Ovadia Lev, Petr Prikhodchenko
Summary: This article describes a green chemistry synthesis method for a sodium-ion battery, in which a nanometric Sphalerite film is uniformly coated on reduced graphene oxide as the anode. The synthesis uses low-cost, abundant raw materials and a process with low energy consumption and minimal waste generation. The resulting anode shows excellent electrochemical characteristics and high energy efficiency.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Yuruo Qi, Qing-Jie Li, Yuanke Wu, Shu-juan Bao, Changming Li, Yuming Chen, Guoxiu Wang, Maowen Xu
Summary: The practical application of room-temperature Na-S batteries is hindered by various issues, but a Fe3N/carbon composite material has been proposed here to address these challenges and improve the performance of sodium-sulfur cells.
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xing He, Dan Liu, Deyu Qu, Junsheng Li, Haolin Tang, Xiong Zhang, Hanping Chen
Summary: A facile solid-state method was developed to prepare a metal sulfide/carbon composite, which exhibited excellent sodium storage performance in sodium-ion batteries with competitive reversible capacity, excellent rate capacity, and good cyclic stability. Additionally, the composite showed a potential application in sodium-ion hybrid capacitors with 80% capacity retention after 4500 cycles.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Xiangxiang Du, Xuejun Shi, Yanling Li, Kesheng Cao
Summary: The N, S-co-doped graphene hydrogel (N/SGH) was prepared using a hydrothermal approach with thiourea as a dopant, followed by the growth of polyaniline (PANI) on its surface. The resulting N/SGH electrode showed enhanced electrochemical performances, and further improvement was achieved by introducing PANI to the composite electrode, leading to high specific capacitance and stable cycle performance.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENERGY RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jinggang Zhao, Peifen Wang, Changlin Liu, Qiang Zhao, Junli Wang, Lei Shi, Guangwen Xu, Abuliti Abudula, Guoqing Guan
Summary: A nanosheet-state CoMnx mixed oxide with multifarious active regions was synthesized and applied for catalytic combustion of toluene at low temperatures. The optimized catalyst showed excellent performance and long-term stability, with increased specific surface area and abundant active species.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Changlin Liu, Yang He, Xiaowei An, Nutthaphak Kitiphatpiboon, Xiao Du, Xiaogang Hao, Abuliti Abudula, Guoqing Guan
Summary: In this study, a poly(ether block amide) (PEBA) based polymer electrolyte with lithium bis-(trifluoromethanesulfonyl)imide (LiTFSI) as the Li salt is developed, which possesses good ion conductivity and suppresses the growth of Li dendrites. The electrolyte provides abundant amide groups to activate TFSI- anions and further enriches lithium fluoride (LiF) content in the SEI layer, resulting in improved cyclability and long-life span of the full-cell battery. Therefore, the PEBA based electrolyte shows great potential for solid-state lithium metal batteries.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Nutthaphak Kitiphatpiboon, Meng Chen, Changrui Feng, Yifan Zhou, Changlin Liu, Zhongbao Feng, Qiang Zhao, Abuliti Abudula, Guoqing Guan
Summary: Currently, electrolysis of seawater-based electrolytes for hydrogen production is gaining attention. A composite electrocatalyst, MnCo2O4@NiFe-LDH, was developed for seawater electrolysis, which exhibited low overpotentials and improved stability. The NiFe-LDH layer acted as a protective layer and improved the active surface area of MnCo2O4 nanowires. Additionally, high valence states of Mn3+, Co3+, Ni3+, and Fe3+ played a vital role in the oxygen evolution reaction. This composite electrocatalyst shows promise for long-term seawater splitting.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Xiumin Li, Yifan Zhou, Changrui Feng, Ran Wei, Xiaogang Hao, Keyong Tang, Guoqing Guan
Summary: This article reviews the structural features, synthesis strategies, and performances of high entropy catalysts in catalyzing hydrogen and oxygen evolution reactions in water electrolysis. The crucial roles of structure, composition, multi-sites synergy, and four core effects in enhancing catalytic activity, stability, and resistance of electrochemical corrosion are introduced. The design tactics, main challenges, and future prospects of HEM-based electrocatalysts for hydrogen and oxygen evolution reactions are also discussed.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wenjun Yan, Na Li, Zhiyu Yan, Zhongde Wang
Summary: In this study, methanol was used as a model molecule, and inert aliphatic C-H bonds were selectively cleaved to form hydroxymethyl radicals (CH2OH) through the photo-Fenton reaction of hydroxyl radicals (OH) with iron species-anchored TiO2 nanorods. Subsequently, ethylene glycol was generated through the C-C coupling of hydroxymethyl radicals (CH2OH). This work efficiently utilizes methanol and provides an atomically economical and green methodology for the selective functionalization of inert aliphatic C(sp(3))-H bonds.
CATALYSIS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jie Wang, Liang Zhang, Yasi Hu, Xiao Du, Xiaogang Hao, Qing Cao, Guoqing Guan, Zhong Liu, Jun Li, Shanxia Luo, Xiaowei An
Summary: By creating a special highly-exposed crystal facet, the surface atomic arrangement and coordination of BiOBr can be significantly altered to improve its performance. In this study, the effect of different exposed crystal facets on the electrochemically switched ion exchange (ESIX) activity of BiOBr was investigated. The results showed that the BOB-010 nanosheets had better ESIX performance for Br- recovery compared to BOB-001, primarily due to its better photo-response characteristics and the ease of ion exchange through open channels between [Bi2O2] layers.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jinggang Zhao, Peifen Wang, Jing Wang, Changlin Liu, Junli Wang, Lei Shi, Guangwen Xu, Abuliti Abudula, Guoqing Guan
Summary: A nanoparticles-stacking MnCox oxide with multifarious active phases was successfully synthesized using a starch-paste assisted method, achieving complete combustion of 1,000 ppm toluene at 226 degrees C. The method not only constructed a porous structure but also enriched active species through the interaction of Mn and Co species with starch-paste. The study demonstrated the potential of creating novel catalysts with multiple active regions.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jiajia Xu, Guohua Du, Yufei Zhai, Guoqing Guan, Yuanyang Wang
Summary: The preparation and characterization of three deep eutectic solvents (DESs) using N, N, N-trimethyl butylsulphonate ammonium hydrosulfate (DES1-0) as HBA and urea as HBD are presented. The DESs are used as electrolytes for fuel cells, and show high performance, with DES2-1 exhibiting the highest performance.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Xueer Pan, Wenhao Lian, Nan Zhang, Jingxuan Yang, Zhonglin Zhang, Xiaogang Hao, Guoqing Guan
Summary: A mass transfer model based on the spatial superposition assumption is developed to study the coal pyrolysis process. The simulated volatiles yield using this model shows better agreement with experimental data compared to the conventional Jung-La Nauze equation. It is found that the mass transfer coefficients calculated by the Jung-La Nauze equation are overestimated, indicating an overestimation of the mass transfer process predicted with a uniform structure. The results provide insights into the mass transfer and reaction process in gas-solid fluidized systems by considering the influence of heterogeneous structures.
JOURNAL OF ANALYTICAL AND APPLIED PYROLYSIS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yaqin Rong, Wenjun Yan, Zhongde Wang, Xiaogang Hao, Guoqing Guan
Summary: The TiO2/PANI composite material was successfully synthesized by intercalating 2HT and PANI into the interlayer of the TiO2 nanosheet. The layer spacing of TiO2/PANI can be precisely controlled by adjusting the concentration of 2HT and PANI. The electrochemical performance of this composite film demonstrates ultrahigh uptake capacity and selectivity for Pb2+.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Changrui Feng, Meng Chen, Yifan Zhou, Zhengkun Xie, Xiumin Li, Pairuzha Xiaokaiti, Yasuki Kansha, Abuliti Abudula, Guoqing Guan
Summary: High-entropy (NiFeCoV)S2 porous nanosheets were fabricated on Ni foam through a hydrothermal reaction process for alkaline water/seawater electrolysis. The rough and porous nanosheets provided large active surface area and exposed more active sites, facilitating mass transfer and improving catalytic performance. The as-fabricated catalyst exhibited low overpotentials and excellent corrosion resistance, showing promise for efficient water/seawater electrolysis.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Nan Zhang, Xueer Pan, Jingxuan Yang, Qian Liu, Wenhao Lian, Xiao Du, Zhonglin Zhang, Xiaogang Hao, Guoqing Guan
Summary: Fast heat transfer in the cyclone pyrolyzer enhances the production of pyrolysis gas and tar, improving the quality of tar produced. Compared to the downer pyrolyzer, the cyclone pyrolyzer achieves high solids holdup, violent turbulence, and faster heat transfer. The study reveals that gas-solids heat convection is the main contributor to the heat transfer process, while heat radiation and conduction are relatively small and negligible. The heating rate in the cyclone pyrolyzer is significantly increased compared to the downer pyrolyzer under the same operating conditions.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Panya Maneechakr, Irwan Kurnia, Asep Bayu, Obie Farobie, Chanatip Samart, Suwadee Kongparakul, Guoqing Guan, Surachai Karnjanakom
Summary: This study focuses on the catalytic/reusable capabilities for green production of 5-HMF from commercial sucrose. The sulfonic-magnetic-copper carbonized carbon (S@Fe-Cu-C) catalyst and choline chloride (ChCl) were found to have high catalytic efficiency for the selective production of 5-HMF. The highest yield achieved was 86.7%. The catalyst showed excellent reusability for up to 10 cycles without significant decrease in 5-HMF yield.
SUSTAINABLE ENERGY & FUELS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wenjun Yan, Na Li, Zhiyu Yan, Yu Niu, Yuan Deng, Zhongde Wang
Summary: This study successfully prepared Pd/Au bimetallic nanoparticle-anchored BiVO4/TiO2 nanotube arrays, which exhibited excellent photoelectrocatalytic activity for the SMC reactions of aryl boronic acids with substituted aryl halides under ambient conditions, benefiting from the synergistic effect of effective charge carriers separation, wide spectral response, strong component interactions, and abundant active centers.
CATALYSIS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Zeying Yang, Boyong Cao, Xiaowei An, Zhongliang Yu, Wuduo Zhao, Fangcheng Su, Guoqing Guan, Yanhao Zhang, Zhengkun Xie, Baoxian Ye
Summary: A reliable electrochemical sensor based on a N-C mediated gamma-Mo2N nanocomposite modified carbon paste electrode was developed for selective and sensitive determination of 6-PPD. The sensor showed good stability and superior sensitivity, and has the potential to be applied for real-time evaluation and monitoring of environmental pollutants.
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.
Article
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.
