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Chemistry, Physical
Ignas Nevinskas, Zenius Mockus, Remigijus Juskenas, Ricardas Norkus, Algirdas Selskis, Eugenijus Norkus, Atunas Krotkus
Summary: Electron dynamics in polycrystalline bismuth films were investigated by measuring emitted terahertz (THz) radiation pulses after their photoexcitation. The films were grown on metallic substrates by electrodeposition, allowing for more uniform films with consistent grain sizes. It was found that the thermalization of more mobile carriers (electrons) is dominated by carrier-carrier scattering in the THz photoconductivity spectra analysis.
Article
Acoustics
Shanghai Dong, Liying Wang, Weiyi Lou, Yunxin Shi, Zhenzhu Cao, Yongfeng Zhang, Junmin Sun
Summary: For the first time, piezocatalysis activity has been observed in bismuth-based MOFs, with rod-like CAU-17 showing higher activity in piezo-photocatalysis compared to photocatalysis and piezocatalysis alone. Efficient coupling between piezocatalysis and photocatalysis has been achieved through ultrasound vibration treatment.
ULTRASONICS SONOCHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Hurriyet Yuce, Diana K. LaFollette, Mustafa M. Demir, Carlo A. R. Perini, Juan-Pablo Correa-Baena
Summary: Organic-inorganic lead halide perovskite solar cells have high efficiency and simple manufacturing process, but the photoactive phase of FAPbI(3) is unstable at room temperature. By adding divalent cations Sr2+ and Ca2+ into Cs(x)FA(1-x)PbI(3) perovskite, the structure can be improved and the performance of solar cells can be enhanced.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Nor Dyana Zakaria, Muhamad Huzaifah Omar, Najahtul Najihah Ahmad Kamal, Khairunisak Abdul Razak, Turgut Soenmez, Venugopal Balakrishnan, Hairul Hisham Hamzah
Summary: Electrodeposition of gold nanoparticles onto glassy carbon electrodes in various electrolytes played a critical role in forming uniform and dense films, leading to improved electrochemical performance compared to bare electrodes. The study confirmed that using appropriate background electrolytes is essential in preparing electrodeposited AuNP films with enhanced properties, even with a simple and easily accessible technique like cyclic voltammetry.
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Chemistry, Physical
Oluchi V. V. Nkwachukwu, Charles Muzenda, Kehinde D. D. Jayeola, Tsholofelo I. I. Sebokolodi, Dimpo S. S. Sipuka, Marc Cretin, Minghua Zhou, Duduzile Nkosi, Omotayo A. A. Arotiba
Summary: Electrodeposited bismuth ferrite (BiFeO3) thin films were used as photoanodes for the photoelectrocatalytic degradation of methylene blue. The morphology, thickness, and optical properties of the films were characterized by XRD, FESEM, and UV-vis spectroscopy. The photoanodes showed increased band gaps and improved photocurrent response with shorter electrodeposition times. The removal of methylene blue showed higher degradation rates with shorter electrodeposition times. The electrodeposition process with citric acid improved electrode stability and reduced catalyst leaching.
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
Hongdong Wang, Yue Wang, Yuhong Liu, Jun Zhao, Jinjin Li, Qiang Wang, Jianbin Luo
Summary: Layered double hydroxide (LDH) is a natural mineral that can also be synthetically prepared, known for its unique crystal structure and diverse properties. Research showed that the flower-like LDH sample exhibited the best tribological performance among LDH samples with different morphologies, demonstrating potential for improving lubrication systems.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Rikuo Eguchi, Xujia Li, Tomoyuki Chiba, Hideo Yamazaki, Oga Norimasa, Ryotaro Mori, Masayuki Takashiri
Summary: In this study, hetero-interface-structured Bi2Te3-nanoplate/Bi2Se3-electrodeposited films were prepared using all solution processes. The annealed hetero-interface-structured film exhibited the highest power factor due to improved crystallinity, increased electrical conductivity, and increased Seebeck coefficient.
Article
Electrochemistry
Rasin Ahmed, Md Golam Rosul, Yin Xu, Mona Zebarjadi, Giovanni Zangari
Summary: The polymorphism of Bi2Se3 allows for tunability in its electrical, thermal, and optical properties. By fabricating a mixture of orthorhombic and rhombohedral structures, materials engineering can optimize the properties of Bi2Se3. The thickness-dependent Seebeck effect in Bi2Se3 films is related to the transition from pure rhombohedral to a mixture of orthorhombic and rhombohedral phases.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Xing Cao, Yaqi Wang, Hang Chen, Jinjing Hu, Li Cui
Summary: This study explicitly demonstrates the influence of nanocellulose with different aspect ratios on the performance of PLLA/PDLA, acting as a nucleating agent to promote crystallization and assist in forming stereocomplex crystallites. ACNS and ACNC have significant effects on crystallinity and oxygen barrier performance, while ACNF has the greatest impact on tensile properties, with minimal effects on transparency and haze of films. These findings have important implications for the preparation of PLA composite materials for various applications.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Electrochemistry
Y. Hu, S. Deb, D. Li, Q. Huang
Summary: Different additives were used in electrodeposition of Co films, and the addition of MPS was found to increase S incorporation level and decrease grain size, leading to a higher sheet resistance of the film. After annealing, S and C were found to segregate at the grain boundaries, resulting in a significant resistance drop.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Dimuthu C. Senevirathna, Jae Choul Yu, T. A. Nirmal Peiris, Bin Li, Monika Michalska, Hanchen Li, Jacek J. Jasieniak
Summary: The batch-to-batch variability in commercial PbI2 precursors is primarily caused by the impurity Pb(OH)I, leading to reduced performance of lead halide-based perovskite solar cells. A remediation process has been introduced to address this issue, resulting in reliably high performing metal halide perovskite solar cells.
ACS MATERIALS LETTERS
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Li-Han Rong, Xiang Cheng, Jin Ge, Olivia K. Krebs, Jeffrey R. Capadona, Eugene B. Caldona, Rigoberto C. Advincula
Summary: Surface-initiated photoinduced electron transfer-reversible addition-fragmentation chain transfer (SI-PET-RAFT) polymerization is used to prepare polymer brushes on conductive surfaces. An electrochemically active carbazole-containing chain transfer agent is used as the macroinitiator, capable of mediating polymerization and forming block copolymers. The resulting polymer brush films can encapsulate colloidal gold nanoparticles, suggesting potential biomedical applications.
ACS APPLIED POLYMER MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Sahel Gozalzadeh, Farzad Nasirpouri, Sang Il Seok
Summary: A multi-step green synthesis method without DMF was successfully utilized to fabricate methylammonium lead triiodide perovskite films on mesoporous TiO2/FTO conductive glass substrates. The perovskite films produced through cyclic voltammetry deposition of PbS demonstrated comparable properties to those prepared by conventional methods, with a power conversion efficiency of up to 7.72% under standard conditions. The approach shows potential for enhancing efficiency of perovskite solar cells by eliminating pores and further modifying the electrodeposition process.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Electrochemistry
Wei Yu, Nguyen Van Toan, Yi Jie Li, Zhuqing Wang, Takahito Ono, Ruochen Wang
Summary: In this study, smooth, compact, and well-adherent films with ideal composition were successfully electrodeposited within the thickness range of 4 to 100 μm by introducing multiple additives. The introduction of PVA and saccharin sodium significantly increased the electrical resistivity, but the addition of KCl helped increase the electrolyte conductivity and decrease the resistivity back to a certain level.
JOURNAL OF THE ELECTROCHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Dan Zhou, Zhibo Tong, Hongmei Xie, Jiaotong Sun, Fenggui Chen
Summary: A series of organic small molecules were added into sol-gel-derived WO3 films to improve their electrochromic properties. The modified films showed higher EC properties due to their unique nanocrystal-embedded amorphous structure. The effects of different additives on the microstructure, morphology, electrochemical, and EC properties of the films were studied.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Francisco J. A. Loureiro, Devaraj Ramasamy, Sergey M. Mikhalev, Aliaksandr L. Shaula, Daniel A. Macedo, Duncan P. Fagg
Summary: Protonic ceramic fuel cells show promise for energy conversion at intermediate temperatures. High order nickelates could be attractive cathode materials due to their high electrical conductivities. Composite cathodes in this study show improved performance, especially in wet O-2 conditions, with the correction of potential measurement biases.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2021)
Article
Thermodynamics
L. Syam Sundar, A. H. Misganaw, Manoj K. Singh, Antonio C. M. Sousa, Hafiz Muhammad Ali
Summary: In this study, the thermal efficiency, convective heat transfer, and friction factor analysis of a flat plate solar collector using water and nanodiamond-cobalt oxide hybrid nanofluids were investigated. The hybrid nanofluids showed enhanced thermal properties, resulting in higher heat transfer coefficient and improved thermal efficiency compared to water. Empirical correlations were developed for Nusselt number and friction factor with hybrid nanofluids within a deviation of +/- 3%.
JOURNAL OF THERMAL ANALYSIS AND CALORIMETRY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Pratik Shinde, Chandra Sekhar Rout, Dattatray Late, Pawan K. Tyagi, Manoj Kumar Singh
Summary: The paper presents a synthesis method and performance characterization of an efficient and reliable NiFe2O4/rGO hybrid OER electrocatalyst. The optimized catalyst exhibits excellent OER performance in alkaline 1M KOH solution, displaying high activity and stability.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Luciana S. Rocha, Erika M. L. Sousa, Diogo Pereira, Maria V. Gil, Gonzalo Otero-Irurueta, Maria J. Hortiguela Gallo, Marta Otero, Valdemar I. Esteves, Vania Calisto
Summary: This study aimed to produce easily recoverable magnetic iron-oxide functionalized activated carbons through environmentally and energetically sustainable methods, and evaluate their effectiveness in removing pharmaceuticals such as diclofenac and venlafaxine. The resulting magnetic composites showed high adsorptive performance and efficient magnetic recovery from solution, making them suitable for wastewater treatment applications. Additionally, the study demonstrated that magnetic carbon composites based on waste materials combine high adsorptive efficiency, easy retrievability, and successful regeneration/reutilization.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
L. Syam Sundar, Tesfahun Tegegne Akanaw, Manoj K. Singh, Antonio C. M. Sousa
Summary: The study found that using Cu/water nanofluid can improve the thermal efficiency of the collector, reduce the collector area, and increase the Nusselt number. Optimizing the wire coil configuration in nanofluid can further increase the collector's thermal efficiency.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRESS & SUSTAINABLE ENERGY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ana Barra, Oana Lazar, Aida Pantazi, Maria J. Hortiguela, Gonzalo Otero-Irurueta, Marius Enachescu, Eduardo Ruiz-Hitzky, Claudia Nunes, Paula Ferreira
Summary: A green, simple, and cost-effective one-step reduction methodology using caffeic acid as reducing agent is presented in this study. The improvement of hydrothermal reduction in the presence of CA is confirmed by experimental analyses, showing promising applications for the synthesized rGO.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Francisco J. A. Loureiro, Devaraj Ramasamy, Vanessa C. D. Graca, Laura I. V. Holz, Sergey M. Mikhalev, Duncan P. Fagg
Summary: This study introduces a composite cathode of La4Ni3O10 +/-delta and BaCe0.9Y0.1O3-delta, and analyzes its performance through electrochemical impedance spectroscopy. The research demonstrates the behavior of the composite electrode under various conditions, and offers a robust analysis methodology for researchers in the fuel cell field.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Martina Kocijan, Lidija Curkovic, Davor Ljubas, Katarina Muzina, Ivana Bacic, Tina Radosevic, Matejka Podlogar, Igor Bdikin, Gonzalo Otero-Irurueta, Maria J. Hortiguela, Gil Goncalves
Summary: This study proposes a novel method for developing TiO2/rGO nanocomposites for photocatalytic dye degradation. The results show that TiO2@rGO nanocomposites with higher rGO content exhibit improved performance in degrading RhB and MB, especially with high degradation rates after exposure to solar-like radiation.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Titus Thankachan, K. Soorya Prakash, Sathiskumar Jothi
Summary: This study presents the modeling of tensile properties of cast duplex stainless steel using an artificial neural network model specifically developed for this purpose. Multiple melts with varying chemical compositions were tested for tensile properties to develop and validate the ANN model. The models' prediction performance was evaluated based on mean absolute error (MAE), with models having smaller MAE considered for predicting the properties.
SADHANA-ACADEMY PROCEEDINGS IN ENGINEERING SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Pratik Shinde, Deepak S. Gavali, Ranjit Thapa, Manoj Kumar Singh, Chandra Sekhar Rout
Summary: The research focuses on the improved hydrogen evolution performance of VS2 electrocatalyst by fabricating a hybrid material with Zn and Cd-based sulfides. The hybrid catalyst showed remarkable electrocatalytic performance in acidic media with low overpotential and Tafel slope, indicating a Volmer-Heyrovsky mechanism as the rate-limiting step. The high performance is attributed to the abundance of active sites and synergistic interactions between materials, as well as the favorable HER activity due to low hydrogen adsorption free energy.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Martina Kocijan, Lidija Curkovic, Igor Bdikin, Gonzalo Otero-Irurueta, Maria J. Hortigueela, Gil Goncalves, Tina Radosevic, Damjan Vengust, Matejka Podlogar
Summary: This study demonstrated the immobilisation of TiO2 nanoparticles and rGO-TiO2 nanocomposites on glass sheets for photocatalytic degradation of MB dye. The immobilised rGO/TiO2 nanocomposite showed high photocatalytic activity under both ultraviolet and simulated solar irradiation, and it was convenient for separation and reusability.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2022)
Article
Metallurgy & Metallurgical Engineering
D. Pukazhselvan, K. S. Sandhya, Devaraj Ramasamy, Aliaksandr Shaula, Igor Bdikin, Duncan Paul Fagg
Summary: This study found that zirconia additive can chemically interact with MgH2, forming active in-situ catalysts to improve hydrogen storage performance.
JOURNAL OF MAGNESIUM AND ALLOYS
(2022)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
C. R. Krishnan, Manu Santhanam, Mathava Kumar, Murali Rangarajan
Summary: The study investigated the effects of partially adding iron-oxide-modified aggregate to OPC-based pervious concrete filter on its mechanical properties, heavy metal removal, and leaching. The results showed that the compressive strength of the concrete improved, while the permeability decreased. The iron-oxide-modified filter demonstrated a high removal efficiency for lead ions and effectively reduced their leaching. Pervious concretes have the potential to be applied as water filters or pretreatment units.
ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Guruprasadh Jagannathan Parasuraman, Ramakrishnan Vishnuraj, Surjith Kannankuzhiyil, Mohankumar Govindaraj, Sabarinath Sasikumar Biji, Murali Rangarajan
Summary: This study focuses on the detection of macronutrients in simulated agricultural runoff waters. The concentrations of urea, orthophosphate, and potassium were determined using a sensor with good sensitivity and repeatability. The results showed potential for the development of a real-time or on-site sensing device.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Pratik Shinde, Shyam Babu, Shrawan Kr Mishra, Dattatray Late, Chandra Sekhar Rout, Manoj Kumar Singh
Summary: This study aims to synthesize MoS2/NiFe2O4 nanocomposites to achieve high specific capacitance and electrocatalytic performance. The results demonstrated that the MN5 nanocomposite showed outstanding energy density and power density in supercapacitors and catalysts, with excellent stability in alkaline electrolyte.
SUSTAINABLE ENERGY & FUELS
(2021)