Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Yukiko Obata, Michiko Sato, Yuji Kondo, Yuta Yamaguchi, Igor A. Karateev, Ivan Pavlov, Alexander L. Vasiliev, Silvia Haindl
Summary: This study addresses the peculiarities in pulsed laser deposition and the problem of chemical heterogeneity at the FeSe/MgO interface, proposing a solution to improve superconductivity by homogenizing the film/substrate interface with an Fe buffer. The research also shows that control of film texture is still possible under chemically homogenized FeSe/Fe interface.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Tengxiao Ma, Yabo Zhao, Leping Zhou, Xiaoze Du
Summary: The study focuses on the flow characteristics and interface structure evolution during the chemical reaction of droplets using an observation technique based on evanescent wave illumination. Results show that the mesoscopic interface structure deforms severely and convex interfaces appear at the central regions during the reaction, while the reaction rate decreases exponentially with the increase of height in the thin liquid film. Valuable information is provided for understanding the mechanisms of formation and transport of the mesoscale interface structure during chemical reactions.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Kuldeep Singh Gour, Vijay C. Karade, Minwoo Lee, Jun Sung Jang, Eunae Jo, Pravin Babar, Hongjae Shim, Jae Sung Yun, Jongsung Park, Jin Hyeok Kim
Summary: This study developed a strategic approach to improve the device performances of CZTSSe solar cells by combining back-interface passivation and doping. The passivation of the back interface and the doping of a germanium nanolayer improved the grain growth, reduced the thickness of harmful layers, improved the absorber bulk quality, suppressed defects, and reduced nonradiative carrier recombination losses. As a result, the short-circuit current density, fill factor, and power conversion efficiency of the devices significantly increased.
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
W. Ke, K. Yang, X. D. Zhu
Summary: Amorphous Si-B-N alloy films prepared on SS304 stainless steel substrates by RF-PCVD technique exhibited improved hardness and wear resistance, with a surface morphology of hilly clusters composed of small particles.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Kuldeep Singh Gour, Vijay C. Karade, Minwoo Lee, Jun Sung Jang, Eunae Jo, Pravin Babar, Hongjae Shim, Jae Sung Yun, Jongsung Park, Jin Hyeok Kim
Summary: This study demonstrates a potential approach to improve the performances of CZTSSe thin-film solar cells through a combination of back-interface passivation and doping, resulting in enhanced short-circuit current density, fill factor, and power conversion efficiency.
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Oana Cojocaru-Miredin, Elaheh Ghorbani, Mohit Raghuwanshi, Xiaowei Jin, Dipak Pandav, Jens Keutgen, Reinhard Schneider, Dagmar Gerthsen, Karsten Albe, Roland Scheer
Summary: Research has shown that intense sulphurization processes in Cu(In,Ga)Se-2 thin-film solar cells, combined with Ga-grading, can lead to improved electrical properties of the buffer/absorber heterojunction by reducing p-doping and altering the band diagram. This process results in the formation of a S-rich compound at the absorber surface, ultimately offering new possibilities for synthesizing high-performance Cu(In,Ga)(Se,S)(2) solar cells.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Min-Gyu Shin, Seong-Hyun Hwang, Hyun-Seok Cha, Hwan-Seok Jeong, Dae-Hwan Kim, Hyuck-In Kwon
Summary: This study investigated the effects of film thickness on the radiation damage and radiation tolerance of IGTO thin films and TFTs. Results showed that thinner channel layers exhibited better electrical performance and radiation tolerance, with thicker layers leading to decreased radiation tolerance. Characterization of the thin films indicated that enhanced oxygen vacancy generation was responsible for the decreased radiation tolerance in thicker-channel IGTO TFTs.
SURFACES AND INTERFACES
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Romain Scaffidi, Dilara G. Buldu, Guy Brammertz, Jessica de Wild, Thierry Kohl, Gizem Birant, Marc Meuris, Jef Poortmans, Denis Flandre, Bart Vermang
Summary: The passivation effects of Al2O3 and HfO2 at the interface with CIGS in thin-film solar cells were investigated. A trade-off was found between stronger field-effect for HfO2 and lower interface-trap density for Al2O3. An innovative Al2O3/HfO2 multistack design was proposed and demonstrated effective chemical passivation, potentially increasing efficiency in CIGS solar cells.
PHYSICA STATUS SOLIDI A-APPLICATIONS AND MATERIALS SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Sou Yasuhara, Shintaro Yasui, Takashi Teranishi, Osami Sakata, Takuya Hoshina, Takaaki Tsurumi, Yutaka Majima, Mitsuru Itoh
Summary: Research suggests that suppressing SEI formation at triple-phase interfaces in Li-ion batteries can improve cycling performance. By preparing thin films and analyzing sample surfaces, it was found that suppressing the decomposition of LiPF6 can inhibit SEI formation.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
David Rovira, Eloi Ros, Thomas Tom, Maykel Jimenez, Jose Miguel Asensi, Cristobal Voz, Julian Lopez-Vidrier, Joaquim Puigdollers, Joan Bertomeu, Edgardo Saucedo
Summary: In this study, a ZnO-based buffer layer with a polymer-film-modified top interface was proposed to replace CdS in Sb2Se3 photovoltaic devices, addressing the issue of high open-circuit voltage. The addition of a branched polyethylenimine layer at the ZnO and transparent electrode interface enhanced the performance of Sb2Se3 solar cells, resulting in an important increase in open-circuit voltage from 243 mV to 344 mV and a maximum efficiency of 2.4%. This study aims to establish a relation between the use of conjugated polyelectrolyte thin films in chalcogenide photovoltaics and the resulting device improvements.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Bart Schurink, Wesley T. E. van den Beld, Roald M. Tiggelaar, Robbert W. E. van de Kruijs, Fred Bijkerk
Summary: This research focuses on the preparation and characterization of boron thin films using various physical and chemical deposition methods. The study found that boron films realized by plasma enhanced chemical vapor deposition (PECVD) exhibit excellent corrosion resistance and low defectivity, making them suitable for micro-fabrication applications.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Olivier J. J. Ronsin, Jens Harting
Summary: This study uses a coupled phase-field-fluid mechanics framework to simulate the formation process of bulk-heterojunction (BHJ) morphology in organic solar cells. The simulation results match well with experimental results and can be used to optimize the cell's performance and develop physical design rules for ink formulation and processing conditions.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Manabu Inutsuka, Hirohmi Watanabe, Masaru Aoyagi, Yusuke Maruyama, Taiki Satou, Takayuki Ikehara
Summary: The melting behavior of PEO in thin films was studied by examining the thickness variations and interfacial molecular orientation. Thinner PEO films showed lower crystallinity on melting, with the thinning effect being more significant on hydrophilic substrates for as-cast films. Thinning effect was less substrate-dependent for annealed films.
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
F. Chharganeh Kalangestani
Summary: Antimony sulfide (Sb2S3) thin films were prepared by chemical vapor deposition and their properties were studied. The films exhibited increased crystallinity and surface roughness with longer deposition time. Optical studies showed decreased transmittance spectrum and low light reflectance, indicating potential for application in pseudo-capacitors.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE-MATERIALS IN ELECTRONICS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
F. Chharganeh Kalangestani
Summary: Antimony sulfide (Sb2S3) thin films were prepared using the atmospheric pressure chemical vapor deposition method. The effect of deposition time on the properties of the films was investigated. Increasing deposition time led to increased crystallinity and surface roughness, as well as decreased transmittance and light reflectance. The Sb2S3 electrodes prepared at 15 min showed the highest specific capacitance, indicating their potential for application in pseudo-capacitors.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE-MATERIALS IN ELECTRONICS
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Dwinanri Egyna, Kazuyoshi Nakada, Akira Yamada
Summary: This study numerically investigated the role of the n-type layer in CIG(SSe)(2) solar cells with a wide band gap, specifically in relation to the maximum open-circuit voltage of the devices. A new open-circuit voltage equation was developed, taking into account the current contribution from the depletion region, and its accuracy was validated through simulation models. The importance of a positive conduction band offset on the n-/p-type interface for achieving high open-circuit voltage was emphasized, along with the specific roles of the n-type layer in CIGS(2) solar cell operation.
Article
Physics, Applied
Ryoma Yoneda, Kosuke Beppu, Tsuyoshi Maeda, Takahiro Wade
Summary: In this study, we characterized the optical and electronic properties of chalcopyrite-type Cu(Al,In)Se-2. We found that the bandgap energy of the material increased with increasing Al content. The valence band maximum (VBM) level and ionization energy of the Cu(Al,In)Se-2 system were determined using photoemission yield spectroscopy. Additionally, we analyzed the crystallographic characteristics of Cu(Al,In)Se-2 based on X-ray absorption fine structure (XAFS) spectra.
JAPANESE JOURNAL OF APPLIED PHYSICS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Saburo Hosokawa, Yudai Oshino, Kosuke Beppu, Toyokazu Tanabe, Teruki Motohashi, Hiroyuki Asakura, Kentaro Teramura, Tsunehiro Tanaka
Summary: Automotive exhaust gases containing harmful gases can be purified using Pd-loaded catalyst, and a material with high oxygen storage performance is crucial for effective purification. Pd/Ca2AlMnO5+8 demonstrates efficient purification of exhaust gases under fluctuating oxygen concentration due to its high oxygen release and storage capacities. The redox properties of the Mn species in Pd/Ca2AlMnO5+8 are responsible for the NO reduction behavior under fluctuating oxygen concentration, as observed from operando and static X-ray absorption fine structure (XAFS) spectra.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Kikuo Makita, Yukiko Kamikawa, Takashi Koida, Hidenori Mizuno, Ryuji Oshima, Yasushi Shoji, Shogo Ishizuka, Tatsuya Takamoto, Takeyoshi Sugaya
Summary: This study presents a highly efficient InGaP/GaAs//CIGSe three-junction solar cell with an efficiency of 29.3% for the aperture area, the highest reported for GaAs//CIGSe-based tandem solar cells. The improved performance is achieved by using a modified smart stack technology and a specialized CIGSe cell with a flattened surface and a thin In2O3;Ce,H transparent conducting oxide layer.
PROGRESS IN PHOTOVOLTAICS
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Jakapan Chantana, Yu Kawano, Abdurashid Mavlonov, Takashi Minemoto
Summary: In this study, the total band alignment parameters in CIGSSe solar cells were optimized theoretically and experimentally. The appropriate values of CBO, Delta EC-TA, and Delta EC-TB were determined for the selections of buffer and TCO materials, leading to enhanced photovoltaic performances.
PROGRESS IN PHOTOVOLTAICS
(2023)
Article
Crystallography
Dwinanri Egyna, Satoru Ito, Takahito Nishimura, Akira Yamada
Summary: The importance of positive band offset at the p-n interface of heterojunction thin-film solar cells is emphasized in this study. A new alternative transparent conductive oxide material, Zn-Ge-O thin-film, is investigated as an alternative n-type layer for chalcopyrite solar cells. The film exhibits low electron affinity and stable valence band maximum, showing promising results for future applications.
CRYSTAL RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Physics, Applied
Jiro Nishinaga, Manabu Togawa, Masaya Miyahara, Kosuke Itabashi, Hironori Okumura, Masataka Imura, Yukiko Kamikawa, Shogo Ishizuka
Summary: Radiation tolerance of Cu(In,Ga)Se-2 (CIGS) solar cells was investigated for application in extremely-high-radiation environments. The cells deteriorated after high-energy proton irradiation but could still generate power. Recombination centers in CIGS layers increased after irradiation, but heat-light annealing partially passivated them. Dark annealing also had a beneficial effect on passivating recombination centers, even with thicker CIGS layers.
JAPANESE JOURNAL OF APPLIED PHYSICS
(2023)
Article
Physics, Applied
Hajime Shibata, Jiro Nishinaga, Yukiko Kamikawa, Hitoshi Tampo, Takehiko Nagai, Takashi Koida, Shogo Ishizuka, Toshimitsu Mochizuki, Masafumi Yamaguchi
Summary: The optoelectronic reciprocity theorem relates electroluminescence (EL) and photovoltaic external quantum efficiency in solar cells and is crucial for understanding solar cell operation and device evaluation. It also allows for estimating the open-circuit voltage (VOC) using the external radiative efficiency (riext) obtained from EL emission intensity. This study confirms the validity of the optoelectronic reciprocity theorem for high-efficiency CuIn1-xGaxSe2 (CIGS) solar cells and demonstrates that the diode ideality factor is unity for band-edge emission due to direct recombination.
PHYSICAL REVIEW APPLIED
(2023)
Article
Physics, Applied
Thomas Paul Weiss, Omar Ramirez, Stefan Paetel, Wolfram Witte, Jiro Nishinaga, Thomas Feurer, Susanne Siebentritt
Summary: Cu(In,Ga)Se2-based solar cells achieve power conversion efficiencies exceeding 23%. However, the fill factor of these cells is relatively low due to diode factors greater than 1, mainly caused by metastable defects in the Cu(In,Ga)Se2 alloy. Excitation-dependent photoluminescence measurements reveal that the increased diode factor can be well explained by the model of metastable defects. Optically measured diode factors impose a lower limit on the electrical diode factor of finished solar cells. Ag alloying provides a pathway to increase fill factors and efficiencies for Cu(In,Ga)Se2-based solar cells.
PHYSICAL REVIEW APPLIED
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Takafumi Yamamoto, Shogo Kawaguchi, Taiki Kosuge, Akira Sugai, Naoki Tsunoda, Yu Kumagai, Kosuke Beppu, Takuya Ohmi, Teppei Nagase, Kotaro Higashi, Kazuo Kato, Kiyofumi Nitta, Tomoya Uruga, Seiji Yamazoe, Fumiyasu Oba, Tsunehiro Tanaka, Masaki Azuma, Saburo Hosokawa
Summary: The reaction pathway of the solid-gas reduction of layered perovskite Sr3Fe2O7-delta was revealed using high-speed time-resolved synchrotron X-ray techniques. The pristine Sr3Fe2O7-delta showed a gradual single-phase structural evolution during reduction, while a nonequilibrium dynamically-disordered phase emerged in the reduction of a Pd-loaded sample before a first-order transition. This change in reaction pathway can be explained by a change in the rate-determining step. The synchrotron X-ray technique has the potential to be applied to other solid-gas reactions for a better understanding and optimization of reactions in solid-state compounds.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Dewangga Oky Bagus Apriandanu, Rizki Marcony Surya, Kosuke Beppu, Fumiaki Amano
Summary: This study achieves AEM-PEC water splitting without the need for supporting electrolytes by incorporating an anion-exchange membrane in α-Fe2O3 photoanodes. The system functions properly even under low conductivity and near-neutral conditions, with a broad response range to visible light.
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jakapan Chantana, Bobur Ergashev, Yu Kawano, Yukiko Kamikawa, Shogo Ishizuka, Takashi Minemoto
Summary: CIGSe solar cells were fabricated on SLG substrates with the structure of Al/Ni/sputtered Zn(0.88)Mg(0.12)O:Al TCO/sputtered Zn1-xMgxO 2nd buffer/CdS 1st buffer/CIGSe/Mo/SLG. The impact of CBO2 between CIGSe absorber and Zn1-xMgxO 2nd buffer on cell performance and carrier recombination was investigated experimentally and theoretically. The optimization of CBO2 reduced carrier recombination, improved band bending, and increased the conversion efficiency up to 20.0%. With an antireflective coating layer, the CIGSe solar cell achieved a conversion efficiency of 21.1% with the optimized CBO2.
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Kosuke Beppu, Kazuki Obigane, Fumiaki Amano
Summary: This study reports the activity and stability of RuO2 electrocatalysts coated on a Ti-fibre felt substrate. By thermally decomposing a RuCl3 precursor solution at temperatures above 250°C, RuO2 particles with enhanced crystallinity and greater resistance to dissolution were obtained. The optimized nanocrystalline RuO2/Ti-felt(350) electrocatalyst achieved high OER activity and enhanced stability.
CATALYSIS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Shogo Ishizuka, Yukiko Kamikawa, Jiro Nishinaga
Summary: This communication presents the prospects of Cu(In,Ga)Se-2 (CIGS)-based lightweight and flexible photovoltaic devices, discusses the current status of flexible CIGS minimodules and future directions to enhance their efficiency, and explores the effects of cell separation edges on device performance.
NPJ FLEXIBLE ELECTRONICS
(2022)
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)