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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Matteo Muratori, Brennan Borlaug, Catherine Ledna, Paige Jadun, Aravind Kailas
Summary: Medium-and heavy-duty vehicles (MHDVs) account for a small portion of vehicles on the road, but contribute significantly to greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution in the transportation sector. There are multiple technologies, including battery-electric vehicles, hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, and sustainable liquid fuels, that can help decarbonize MHDVs. This overview examines the status, opportunities, challenges, and uncertainties of these technologies, considering supporting infrastructure and prospects for future success. Zero-emission vehicles show promise, but there are barriers and uncertainties related to fleet decisions, vehicle operation, infrastructure, manufacturing, and future fuel and technology trends that need to be addressed through analysis.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Likang Fan, Jun Wang, Meng Deng, Yiqiang Peng, Xiuchao Bao, Hongqian Wei
Summary: To address the stability issues in hybrid vehicles under extreme road conditions, this study proposes a handling and stability management approach that combines offline optimization rules and online model predictive control. Through real vehicle testing, the effectiveness of the proposed torque coordination strategy is validated, showing significant improvements in cornering ability and stability compared to vehicles without torque control strategies.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Jonathan Fagerstrom, Lisa Kvalbein, Janis Danebergs, Tine Uberg Noerland, Mari Ogaard, Kari Aamodt Espegren
Summary: This study aims to investigate the impact of co-localization of battery electric vehicles (BEV) and hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEV) stations on cost efficiency, as well as the optimal sizing of photovoltaic (PV) production and battery storage. The results show that co-localization leads to marginal cost-efficiency improvement and better utilization of locally produced renewable power.
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Environmental Studies
Parth Deshpande, Christopher de Saxe, Daniel Ainalis, John Miles, David Cebon
Summary: This paper investigates the feasibility and impact of electrifying heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) using electric road systems (ERS), and finds that using ERS can reduce emissions by approximately 10%. A cost breakeven analysis identifies the locations in England, France, India, and South Africa where ERS is economically viable for electrifying road freight.
TRANSPORTATION RESEARCH PART D-TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Massimo Guarnieri
Summary: This article focuses on secondary batteries used in mobile applications, such as portable electronics and electric vehicles. It explains the principle and usage of these batteries, while highlighting the differences from stationary storage systems.
IEEE INDUSTRIAL ELECTRONICS MAGAZINE
(2022)
Article
Electrochemistry
Renjun Feng, Shunli Wang, Chunmei Yu, Heng Zhou, Carlos Fernandez
Summary: An improved second-order polarized equivalent circuit (SO-PEC) modeling method is proposed to enhance the accuracy of state of charge (SOC) estimation for lithium-ion batteries under different working conditions. The algorithm incorporates recursive parameter identification and an optimized higher-order term compensation-adaptive extended Kalman filter (HTC-AEKF) to reduce the impact of noise and improve accuracy. Comparative results demonstrate significant improvements in SOC estimation accuracy under various working conditions.
JOURNAL OF THE ELECTROCHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Wei Jie Tan, Christina Mei Mei Chin, Akhil Garg, Liang Gao
Summary: In order to improve the efficiency of disassembling EV batteries, a framework has been proposed which focuses on optimizing parameters such as design, safety, and cost to reduce overall steps. The framework includes a hybrid disassembly workstation utilizing modified robotic arms and specialized tools to significantly decrease disassembly time.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENERGY RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Kirandeep Kaur, Akhil Garg, Xujian Cui, Surinder Singh, Bijaya Ketan Panigrahi
Summary: By utilizing data-driven modeling with measurable battery signals, this study introduced the use of deep neural networks for battery capacity estimation. The results demonstrate that the LSTM model outperforms others in accuracy, and battery temperature has a relatively minor impact on capacity estimation.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENERGY RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Mohammad Ali Abdelkareem, Hussein M. Maghrabie, Ahmed G. Abo-Khalil, Ohood Hameed Kadhim Adhari, Enas Taha Sayed, Ali Radwan, Hegazy Rezk, Hussam Jouhara, A. G. Olabi
Summary: This study discusses the importance and research progress of using heat pipes for thermal management systems in electric vehicles/hybrid electric vehicles. Heat pipe technology is considered an efficient solution for reducing the temperature and achieving uniform temperature distribution in lithium-ion batteries. Additionally, combining nanofluids and phase change materials further improves the uniformity of temperature distribution.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Molla Asmare Alemu, Muluken Zegeye Getie, Ababay Ketema Worku
Summary: The demand for better electric vehicle batteries has increased to meet the need for newer, lighter, and smaller batteries with longer lifespans, higher energy densities, and improved overall performance. Efforts to enhance battery performance have shown promise in addressing consumer concerns about range anxiety and safety. Developing advanced energy storage technologies from more abundant and cheaper resources than lithium-ion batteries is a viable option for future mobility and product sustainability. This paper examines the current state of multivalent zinc and iron metal-air battery applications for electric vehicles, investigating factors such as cycle capability, range, costs, service life, safety, discharge, and charging rate, as well as the challenges hindering their further development and possible solutions.
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
M. Abul Masrur
Summary: While HEV/EV technology is mature and widely used, there is a lack of literature on its application for off-road vehicles and nonautomotive purposes. This article introduces the current status of the technology and discusses the decision-making process required before its implementation in these areas.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE IEEE
(2021)
Review
Energy & Fuels
Wei Liu, Tobias Placke, K. T. Chau
Summary: The popularization of electric vehicles is an effective solution to combat the climate crisis. This article reviews the evolution and challenges of EV batteries and battery management technologies, and envisions the future development trends and opportunities.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Michael M. Aba, Nilton Bispo Amado, Alcantaro Lemes Rodrigues, Ildo Luis Sauer, Abraham -A M. Richardson
Summary: Climate change necessitates an energy transition, and this study focuses on analyzing the energy, economic, and environmental implications of adopting alternative transition fuels and powertrains for transport in Nigeria. The results show that switching to natural gas can conserve resources and reduce emissions, with dedicated compressed natural gas options offering the lowest costs of driving. Electrified transport presents significant emissions savings, except when using coal, but the unit-levelized costs are higher compared to compressed natural gas.
SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTION AND CONSUMPTION
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Inderjot Kaur, Prashant Singh
Summary: There has been a strategic shift towards electrification in the transportation industry, particularly through the use of lithium-ion batteries. Minichannel-based cooling concepts have received considerable attention and have shown promising results in keeping the battery temperature within safe limits. However, there is a lack of experimental data on minichannel cold plates, and accurately predicting the heat generation in batteries remains a major challenge in thermal modeling.
RENEWABLE & SUSTAINABLE ENERGY REVIEWS
(2023)
Article
Business
Marie Tamba, Jette Krause, Matthias Weitzel, Raileanu Ioan, Louison Duboz, Monica Grosso, Toon Vandyck
Summary: This study investigates the impact of electrification of road transport on the economy and employment using a global Computable General Equilibrium (CGE) model. The findings show that road transport electrification reduces the costs of climate mitigation and leads to a shift in employment from traditional vehicle manufacturing to battery production and electricity supply.
TECHNOLOGICAL FORECASTING AND SOCIAL CHANGE
(2022)
Correction
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Md Hasibul Alam, Zifan Xu, Sayema Chowdhury, Zhanzhi Jiang, Deepyanti Taneja, Sanjay K. Banerjee, Keji Lai, Maria Helena Braga, Deji Akinwande
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Maria Helena Braga
Summary: Coherence is a significant issue in quantum computing, where electron-phonon coupling plays a crucial role in conducting surfaces and transport properties. Research has shown a tendency for certain ferroelectric-electrolytes to maintain phonon oscillation coherence for a short period of time, exhibiting ferroelectric-like behavior but not fully explaining the observed coherent self-oscillations.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Md Hasibul Alam, Sayema Chowdhury, Anupam Roy, Maria Helena Braga, Sanjay K. Banerjee, Deji Akinwande
Summary: This study involves the direct growth of few-layer MoS2 on a lithium-ion solid electrolyte substrate by CVD, resulting in triangular single crystals and high-performance FETs with near-ideal gating behavior. The growth and transfer-free device fabrication method on solid electrolyte substrates can potentially be applied to other 2D TMDs for advanced thin-film transistors and diverse surface science experiments.
PHYSICAL REVIEW MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Federico Danzi, Pedro Ponces Camanho, Maria Helena Braga
Summary: The all-solid-state structural battery presented in this study combines a Na+-based ferroelectric glass electrolyte with metallic electrodes/current collectors, achieving high energy density and enhanced thermal properties. It also improves mechanical performance, while being a valid and safe alternative energy reservoir for applications where traditional lithium-ion batteries are not suitable, due to the absence of alkali metals and liquid electrolytes.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Rui Martim Salgado, Federico Danzi, Joana Espain Oliveira, Anter El-Azab, Pedro Ponces Camanho, Maria Helena Braga
Summary: Global energy demand is growing rapidly due to population and economic growth, especially in large emerging countries. Electric vehicles are playing a crucial role in the electrification revolution to reduce carbon emissions. Major trends in Li-ion battery technologies for EVs include material selection, electrolytes, and future development directions.
Article
Polymer Science
Beatriz Arouca Maia, Natalia Magalhaes, Eunice Cunha, Maria Helena Braga, Raquel M. Santos, Nuno Correia
Summary: This article summarizes the recent scientific advances in solid-state electrolytes, especially polymer electrolytes, emphasizing their technical accomplishments and potential applications in structural batteries.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Federico Danzi, Mafalda Valente, Sylwia Terlicka, M. Helena Braga
Summary: The transition to a sustainable society requires electrification, and sodium and potassium ion-based electrolytes may play a crucial role in energy storage.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Nuno Guerreiro, Manuela C. Baptista, Beatriz A. Maia, M. Helena Braga
Summary: The study demonstrates the role of interfacial additives in overcoming diffusion and nucleation obstacles in heterojunctions of solid-state devices, particularly in ZnO. It also investigates the equalization of surface chemical potentials in a case study of in operando cells with two heterojunctions, highlighting the dielectric's interaction with negative and positive electrodes. The research utilizes ab initio simulations and scanning Kelvin probe to analyze the bulk ZnO's band structure and optical properties, shedding light on the potential applications in solar technology.
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Manuela Carvalho Baptista, Hesham Khalifa, Adao Araujo, Beatriz Arouca Maia, Manuel Souto, Maria Helena Braga
Summary: The advent of new solid-state energy storage devices requires the usage of nonlinear behavior for emergent phenomena. The ferroelectric electrolyte Na2.99Ba0.005ClO shows quasi-adiabatic behavior with continuous increase in polarization and no hysteresis. Its emergence is due to negative resistance and capacitance, and the glass transition is related to sharp depolarization at 46 - 48 degrees C. Another thermal anomaly may rely on the topologic characteristics of A(3-2x)Ba(x)ClO (A = Li, Na, K) glass electrolytes. This research contributes to understanding dipolar nanodomain fragile glasses for energy harvesting and storage devices.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Electrochemistry
Antonio Nuno Guerreiro, Beatriz Arouca Maia, Hesham Khalifa, Manuela Carvalho Baptista, Maria Helena Braga
Summary: By using electrode thicknesses well beyond conventional dimensions, we were able to study the surface plasmonic THz frequency phenomenon and analyze the behavior of different materials in insulators. The study revealed unexpected common emergency from the cell's materials and demonstrated the potential for designing more efficient energy harvesting and storage devices.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Mafalda Valente, Sara Magalhaes Silva, Maria Helena Braga
Summary: Structural batteries aim to develop "massless" energy storage devices. A novel electrode-less coaxial battery with a cork-internal shell and CFRP/Cu/Na2.99Ba0.005ClO/Al configuration was reported. The battery utilizes cork, a lightweight, elastic, impermeable to gases or liquids, and excellent thermal insulator material, in tandem with CFRP to enhance the battery's properties. The cells demonstrate high electrostatic performance and can operate without copper, making them more sustainable.
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Beenish Abbas, Aqrab ul Ahmad, Saqib Shabbir, M. Shahid, Tauqeer Ahmad, M. Helena Braga, Ishrat Naz, Fayaz Ahmad, Zahid Farooq, Hafeez Anwar
Summary: This research focuses on optimizing NiO-CdO heterogeneous nanocomposites for enhanced photo-catalytic and antibacterial properties. The nanocomposites with varying weight percentage ratios of NiO and CdO powders were synthesized using ball milling method and extensively characterized. The study investigated the impact of different NiO and CdO compositions on the structural, morphological and optical properties of the nanocomposites, finding that the NiO-CdO nanocomposites with a molar ratio of 1:1 exhibited the highest photocatalytic activity and antibacterial efficacy.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Electrochemistry
Manuela C. Baptista, Beatriz Moura Gomes, Diana Capela, Miguel F. S. Ferreira, Diana Guimaraes, Nuno A. Silva, Pedro A. S. Jorge, Jose J. Silva, Maria Helena Braga
Summary: Anode-less batteries, which eliminate the need for traditional anodes, have the potential to improve efficiency and capacity in energy storage technology. Two types of anode-less pouch cells were fabricated and tested, one using only a copper negative current collector and the other with a nucleation seed ZnO layer on the same collector. Direct and indirect methods confirmed the presence of plated Li on the surface of the current collector after charging. It was concluded that a ZnO layer allows for higher discharge power for a longer duration compared to plain Cu.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Natalia Magalhaes, Beatriz Arouca Maia, Maria Helena Braga, Raquel M. M. Santos, Nuno Correia, Eunice Cunha
Summary: In order to effectively use lithium metal anodes, membranes with high lithium conductivity and stability are needed. Composite gel polymer electrolytes (CGPE) have shown promise in terms of improved ionic conductivity and structural performance compared to polymer electrolytes. This study developed a simple and scalable approach to fabricate a crosslinked polyethylene oxide (PEO)-based membrane, which incorporated a solvated ionic liquid to enhance ionic conductivity and reduce flammability. The composite membrane demonstrated favorable performance in symmetric Li cells and electrochemical stability in cycling experiments.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Antonio Nuno Guerreiro, Ilidio B. Costa, Antonio B. Vale, Maria Helena Braga
Summary: In this study, the properties of SiO2, SiO, and SnO2 oxides were investigated through experiments and simulations, and their applications in various fields were discussed. The most exciting finding was the potential presence of interesting phenomena in SiO, while SiO2 exhibited stable insulating properties.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Vaibhav Bedi, Dipendu Mandal, Zahid Hussain, Shi-Ming Chen, Yile Wu, Zheng-Wang Qu, Stefan Grimme, Douglas W. Stephan
Summary: The reaction of (tBuO(2)CN)(2) with 9-BBN leads to the formation of a bicyclic heterocyclic compound, while its reactions with BF3 or [Et3Si][B(C6F5)(4)] result in the isolation of different compounds. Computational studies reveal that the steric and electronic properties of the Lewis acid are important in the formation of one of the compounds.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Chisa Itoh, Haruka Yoshino, Taku Kitayama, Wataru Kosaka, Hitoshi Miyasaka
Summary: A new synthetic route for constructing functional paddlewheel diruthenium(II,II) complexes was developed, utilizing Schiff base condensation reactions. The attached Schiff base groups significantly affected the electronic states of the resulting complexes, as revealed by cyclic voltammetry and DFT calculations.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Danrui Ni, Haozhe Wang, Xianghan Xu, Weiwei Xie, Robert J. Cava
Summary: A layered rhombohedral polymorph of indium(iii) triiodide is synthesized at high pressure and temperature. It has an orange color, which is different from ambient pressure InI3, which has a monoclinic molecular structure and a light-yellow color.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Juan Carlos Perez-Sanchez, Raquel P. Herrera, M. Concepcion Gimeno
Summary: Gold(II) complexes have been less utilized in catalysis compared to their gold(I) and gold(III) counterparts. However, gold(II) complexes offer potential in homo-coupling and cross-coupling reactions, as they are more easily accessible through simplified oxidation and reduction processes. Gold(II) exhibits characteristics of both soft acid gold(I) and hard acid gold(III). This review explores the unique reactivity and potential applications of gold(II) species, highlighting their significance in catalytic transformations.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Nighat Yousuf, Yanping Ma, Qaiser Mahmood, Wenjuan Zhang, Yizhou Wang, Hassan Saeed, Wen-Hua Sun
Summary: In this study, a series of structurally rigid cyclooctyl-fused iminopyridine iron complexes were synthesized and used with methylaluminoxane for isoprene polymerization. The extent of steric hindrance of the ligand framework was found to significantly affect catalytic performance, with less hindrance leading to better activity and stability.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Chenghao Song, Huiwei Du, Menglei Xu, Jie Yang, Xinyu Zhang, Jungan Wang, Yuanfang Zhang, Chengjun Gu, Rui Li, Tao Hong, Jingji Zhang, Jiangying Wang, Yongchun Ye
Summary: This study improves the performance of perovskite solar cells by using a dual-hole transport layer strategy. This strategy enhances the charge transfer efficiency of the transport layer, reduces charge recombination, and improves the quality of the perovskite film layer. Ultimately, the stability of the device is enhanced.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Mahender Singh, Aakash Yadav, Ranjit Singh, Chullikkattil P. Pradeep
Summary: A new aryl selenonium polyoxometalate hybrid was developed and compared with an aryl sulfonium polyoxometalate hybrid in terms of their photocatalytic properties. It was found that the aryl selenonium hybrid exhibited better catalytic performance, which could be attributed to the larger atomic radii of selenium stabilizing the photogenerated electron-hole pair more efficiently. Additionally, the generation of elemental selenium through cleavage of C-Se bonds during catalysis was observed.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Yuhan Xie, Boyu Dong, Xuemin Wang, Siyuan Wang, Jinxi Chen, Yongbing Lou
Summary: This study successfully fabricated visible-light-responsive three-dimensional core-shell CoSe2/ZnIn2S4 heterostructures and achieved attractive activity in photocatalytic hydrogen evolution. The presence of CoSe2 improved light absorption and accelerated charge transfer kinetics. The strong interaction between CoSe2 and ZnIn2S4 reduced charge recombination, further enhancing photocatalytic activity for hydrogen evolution.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Andre L. de O. Batista, Joao Marcos T. Palheta, Mauricio J. Piotrowski, Celso R. C. Rego, Diego Guedes-Sobrinho, Alexandre C. Dias
Summary: This study presents a simulation protocol that provides a solid foundation for exploring two-dimensional materials. Using the TiBr2 2H monolayer as an example, the study reveals its promising properties for optoelectronic and valleytronic applications, including its stability, spin-orbit coupling effects, and optical helicity selection rule.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Jiang Jiang, Zi-Wei Li, Zhi-Zhuan Zhang, Bin Tan, Zhao-Feng Wu, Xiao-Ying Huang
Summary: In this work, two metal organic frameworks (MOFs) containing {Cu2I2} clusters, Eu-CuI-INA and Sr-K-CuI-INA, were synthesized and characterized. Both materials have a three-dimensional structure with {Cu2I2} clusters coordinated by INA(-) ligands and Eu3+ or Sr2+ ions. The Sr-K-CuI-INA material exhibited sensitive fluorescence sensing behaviors towards cysteine and nitro-bearing molecules, showing potential applications in bio and explosive molecule sensing. This work provides a good reference for designing fluorescent MOF probes containing CuI molecules.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Zhiya Lin, Jiasheng Wu, Qianwen Ye, Yulong Chen, Hai Jia, Xiaohui Huang, Shaoming Ying
Summary: Na-ion batteries (NIBs) have attracted great interest as a potential technology for grid-scale energy storage due to the wide distribution, low cost, and environmental friendliness of sodium resources. However, their implementation is hindered by low rate capability and cycling stability caused by the large ionic size of Na+. In this study, a three-dimensional nanoarchitectured coral-like CoSe2@N-doped carbon (CL-CoSe2@NC) was synthesized, and it exhibited improved sodium storage properties with better electrode kinetics and a stable SEI film.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Ya-Qiong Zhang, Yu Zhang, Guoping Zeng, Rong-Zhen Liao, Man Li
Summary: The mechanism and selectivity of CO2 reduction under visible light were investigated using density functional calculations. The results showed that a tetradentate PNNP-type Iridium(III) complex exhibited high activity and selectivity in the reaction.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Sanyukta Ghosh, Shubhanth Jain, Soumya Ranjan Mishra, Gerda Rogl, Peter Rogl, Ernst Bauer, B. S. Murty, A. Govindaraj, Ramesh Chandra Mallik
Summary: In this study, reduced graphene oxide (rGO) was uniformly dispersed in the In0.5Co4Sb12 bulk material by ultrasonication, which effectively reduced the lattice thermal conductivity and improved the thermoelectric efficiency.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Mika Takeuchi, Yutaka Amao
Summary: This study developed an effective visible-light driven system for fumaric acid production using renewable resources such as biomass derivatives, providing an alternative to the current petroleum-based synthesis methods.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Juan Jian, Meiting Wang, Zhuo Wang, Jingwen Meng, Yuqin Yang, Limin Chang
Summary: Developing low-cost and self-supported bifunctional catalysts is crucial for highly efficient water splitting devices. In this study, nano-NiFe2O4 was directly grown onto iron foil surface and Sn4+ was introduced into the NiFe2O4. The resulting Sn-NiFe2O4/IF showed low overpotentials and high current densities during oxygen evolution reaction (OER) and hydrogen evolution reaction (HER), making it a promising catalyst for large-scale hydrogen production.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2024)
