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Bai L, Wang D, Wang W, Yan W. An Overview and Future Perspectives of Rechargeable Flexible Zn-Air Batteries. CHEMSUSCHEM 2024; 17:e202400080. [PMID: 38533691 DOI: 10.1002/cssc.202400080] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2024] [Revised: 03/20/2024] [Accepted: 03/26/2024] [Indexed: 03/28/2024]
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Environmental friendliness and low-cost zinc-air batteries for flexible rechargeable applications have great potential in the field of flexible electronics and smart wearables owing to high energy density and long service life. However, the current technology of flexible rechargeable zinc-air batteries to meet the commercialization needs still facing enormous challenges due to the poor adaptability of each flexible component of the zinc-air batteries. This review focused on the latest progress over the past 5 years in designing and fabricating flexible self-standing air electrodes, flexible electrolytes and zinc electrodes of flexible Zn-air batteries, meanwhile the basic working principle of each component of flexible rechargeable zinc-air batteries and battery structures optimization are also described. Finally, challenges and prospects for the future development of flexible rechargeable zinc-air batteries are discussed. This work is intended to provide insights and general guidance for future exploration of the design and fabrication on high-performance flexible rechargeable zinc-air batteries.
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- Linming Bai
- Xi'an Key Laboratory of Solid Waste Recycling and Resource Recovery, Department of Environmental Engineering, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710049, Shaanxi, China
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- Xi'an Key Laboratory of Solid Waste Recycling and Resource Recovery, Department of Environmental Engineering, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710049, Shaanxi, China
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- Xi'an Key Laboratory of Solid Waste Recycling and Resource Recovery, Department of Environmental Engineering, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710049, Shaanxi, China
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- Xi'an Key Laboratory of Solid Waste Recycling and Resource Recovery, Department of Environmental Engineering, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710049, Shaanxi, China
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Jiang J, Gong B, Xu G, Zhao T, Ding H, Feng Y, Li Y, Zhang L. Electron regulation of CeO 2 on CoP multi-shell hetero-junction micro-sphere towards highly efficient water oxidation. J Colloid Interface Sci 2024; 668:110-119. [PMID: 38669988 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2024.04.089] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2024] [Revised: 03/22/2024] [Accepted: 04/13/2024] [Indexed: 04/28/2024]
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CeO2 has been identified as a significant cocatalyst to enhance the electrocatalytic activity of transition metal phosphides (TMPs). However, the electrocatalytic mechanism by which CeO2 enhances the catalytic activity of TMP remains unclear. In this study, we have successfully developed a unique CeO2-CoP-1-4 multishell microsphere heterostructure catalyst through a simple hydrothermal and calcination process. CeO2-CoP-1-4 exhibits great potential for electrocatalytic oxygen evolution reaction (OER), requiring only an overpotential of 254 mV to achieve a current density of 10 mA cm-2. Moreover, CeO2-CoP-1-4 demonstrates excellent operating durability lasting for 55 h. The presence of CeO2 as a cocatalyst can regulate the microsphere structure of CoP, the resulting multishell microsphere structure can shorten the mass transfer distance, and improve the utilization rate of the active site. Furthermore, in situ Raman and ex situ characterizations, and DFT theoretical calculation results reveal that CeO2 can effectively regulates the electronic structure of Co species, reduces the reaction free energy of rate-limiting step, thus increase the reaction kinetic. Overall, this study provides experimental and theoretical evidence to better comprehend the mechanism and structure evolution of CeO2 in enhancing the OER performance of CoP, offering a unique design inspiration for the development of efficient hollow heterojunction electrocatalysts.
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- Jiahui Jiang
- State Key Laboratory of Chemistry and Utilization of Carbon Based Energy Resources, College of Chemistry, Xinjiang University, Urumqi 830017, Xinjiang, PR China
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- College of Chemical Engineering, Xinjiang University, Urumqi 830017, Xinjiang, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemistry and Utilization of Carbon Based Energy Resources, College of Chemistry, Xinjiang University, Urumqi 830017, Xinjiang, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemistry and Utilization of Carbon Based Energy Resources, College of Chemistry, Xinjiang University, Urumqi 830017, Xinjiang, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemistry and Utilization of Carbon Based Energy Resources, College of Chemistry, Xinjiang University, Urumqi 830017, Xinjiang, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemistry and Utilization of Carbon Based Energy Resources, College of Chemistry, Xinjiang University, Urumqi 830017, Xinjiang, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemistry and Utilization of Carbon Based Energy Resources, College of Chemistry, Xinjiang University, Urumqi 830017, Xinjiang, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemistry and Utilization of Carbon Based Energy Resources, College of Chemistry, Xinjiang University, Urumqi 830017, Xinjiang, PR China; College of Chemical Engineering, Xinjiang University, Urumqi 830017, Xinjiang, PR China.
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Shi H, Gao S, Liu X, Wang Y, Zhou S, Liu Q, Zhang L, Hu G. Recent Advances in Catalyst Design and Performance Optimization of Nanostructured Cathode Materials in Zinc-Air Batteries. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2024; 20:e2309557. [PMID: 38705855 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202309557] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/21/2023] [Revised: 11/30/2023] [Indexed: 05/07/2024]
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This review focuses on the advanced design and optimization of nanostructured zinc-air batteries (ZABs), with the aim of boosting their energy storage and conversion capabilities. The findings show that ZABs favor porous nanostructures owing to their large surface area, and this enhances the battery capacity, catalytic activity, and life cycle. In addition, the nanomaterials improve the electrical conductivity, ion transport, and overall battery stability, which crucially reduces dendrite growth on the zinc anodes and improves cycle life and energy efficiency. To obtain a superior performance, the importance of controlling the operational conditions and using custom nanostructural designs, optimal electrode materials, and carefully adjusted electrolytes is highlighted. In conclusion, porous nanostructures and nanoscale materials significantly boost the energy density, longevity, and efficiency of Zn-air batteries. It is suggested that future research should focus on the fundamental design principles of these materials to further enhance the battery performance and drive sustainable energy solutions.
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- Haiyang Shi
- Institute for Ecological Research and Pollution Control of Plateau Lakes, School of Ecology and Environmental Science, Yunnan University, Kunming, 650504, China
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Mining Response and Disaster Prevention and Control in Deep Coal Mines, Anhui University of Science and Technology, Huainan, 232001, China
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- MOE Key Laboratory of New Processing Technology for Non-ferrous Metals and Materials, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Processing for Non-ferrous Metals and Featured Materials, Guangxi University, Nanning, 530004, China
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- MOE Key Laboratory of New Processing Technology for Non-ferrous Metals and Materials, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Processing for Non-ferrous Metals and Featured Materials, Guangxi University, Nanning, 530004, China
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- Hubei Key Laboratory of Low-Dimensional Optoelectronic Materials and Devices, Hubei University of Arts and Science, Xiangyang, 441053, China
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- Hubei Key Laboratory of Low-Dimensional Optoelectronic Materials and Devices, Hubei University of Arts and Science, Xiangyang, 441053, China
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- Institute for Advanced Study, Chengdu University, Chengdu, 610106, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Mining Response and Disaster Prevention and Control in Deep Coal Mines, Anhui University of Science and Technology, Huainan, 232001, China
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- Institute for Ecological Research and Pollution Control of Plateau Lakes, School of Ecology and Environmental Science, Yunnan University, Kunming, 650504, China
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Sobhani Bazghale F, Gilak MR, Zamani Pedram M, Torabi F, Naikoo GA. 2D nanocomposite materials for HER electrocatalysts - a review. Heliyon 2024; 10:e23450. [PMID: 38192770 PMCID: PMC10772112 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e23450] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2023] [Revised: 11/30/2023] [Accepted: 12/04/2023] [Indexed: 01/10/2024] Open
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Hydrogen energy has the potential to be a cost-effective and strong technology for brighter development. Hydrogen fuel production by water electrolyzers has attracted attention. 2D nanocomposites with distinctive properties have been extensively explored for various applications from hydrogen evolution reactions to improving the efficiency of water electrolyzer, which is the most eco-friendly, and high-performance for hydrogen production. Recently, typical 2D nanocomposites such as Metal-Free 2D, TMDs, Mxene, LDH, organic composites, and Heterostructure have recently been thoroughly researched for use in the HER. We discuss effective ways for increasing the HER efficiency of 2D catalysts in this paper, And the unique advantages and mechanisms for specific applications are highlighted. Several essential regulating strategies for developing 2D nanocomposite-based HER electrocatalysts are included such as interface engineering, defect engineering, heteroatom doping, strain & phase engineering, and hybridizing which improve HER kinetics, the electrical conductivity, accessibility to catalytic active sites, and reaction energy barrier can be optimized. Finally, the future prospects for 2D nanocomposites in HER are discussed, as well as a thorough overview of a variety of methodologies for designing 2D nanocomposites as HER electrocatalysts with excellent catalytic performance. We expect that this review will provide a thorough overview of 2D nanocatalysts for hydrogen production.
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- Mechanical Engineering Faculty, K. N. Toosi University of Technology, Tehran, Iran
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- Mechanical Engineering Faculty, K. N. Toosi University of Technology, Tehran, Iran
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- Mechanical Engineering Faculty, K. N. Toosi University of Technology, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Mathematics & Sciences, College of Arts & Applied Sciences, Dhofar University, Salalah, PC 211, Oman
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Lv XW, Wang Z, Lai Z, Liu Y, Ma T, Geng J, Yuan ZY. Rechargeable Zinc-Air Batteries: Advances, Challenges, and Prospects. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2024; 20:e2306396. [PMID: 37712176 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202306396] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2023] [Revised: 08/27/2023] [Indexed: 09/16/2023]
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Rechargeable zinc-air batteries (Re-ZABs) are one of the most promising next-generation batteries that can hold more energy while being cost-effective and safer than existing devices. Nevertheless, zinc dendrites, non-portability, and limited charge-discharge cycles have long been obstacles to the commercialization of Re-ZABs. Over the past 30 years, milestone breakthroughs have been made in technical indicators (safety, high energy density, and long battery life), battery components (air cathode, zinc anode, and gas diffusion layer), and battery configurations (flexibility and portability), however, a comprehensive review on advanced design strategies for Re-ZABs system from multiple angles is still lacking. This review underscores the progress and strategies proposed so far to pursuit the high-efficiency Re-ZABs system, including the aspects of rechargeability (from primary to rechargeable), air cathode (from unifunctional to bifunctional), zinc anode (from dendritic to stable), electrolytes (from aqueous to non-aqueous), battery configurations (from non-portable to portable), and industrialization progress (from laboratorial to practical). Critical appraisals of the advanced modification approaches (such as surface/interface modulation, nanoconfinement catalysis, defect electrochemistry, synergistic electrocatalysis, etc.) are highlighted for cost-effective flexible Re-ZABs with good sustainability and high energy density. Finally, insights are further rendered properly for the future research directions of advanced zinc-air batteries.
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- Xian-Wei Lv
- State Key Laboratory of Separation Membranes and Membrane Processes, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Advanced Fibers and Energy Storage, School of Material Science and Engineering, Tiangong University, Tianjin, 300387, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Separation Membranes and Membrane Processes, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Advanced Fibers and Energy Storage, School of Material Science and Engineering, Tiangong University, Tianjin, 300387, China
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- Key Laboratory for Advanced Materials, Centre for Computational Chemistry and Research Institute of Industrial Catalysis, School of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai, 200237, China
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- Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Materials Chemistry (Ministry of Education), School of Materials Science and Engineering, College of Chemistry, Nankai University, Tianjin, 300350, China
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- School of Science, RMIT University Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, 3000, Australia
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- State Key Laboratory of Separation Membranes and Membrane Processes, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Advanced Fibers and Energy Storage, School of Material Science and Engineering, Tiangong University, Tianjin, 300387, China
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- Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Materials Chemistry (Ministry of Education), School of Materials Science and Engineering, College of Chemistry, Nankai University, Tianjin, 300350, China
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Zhou S, Zheng G, Ji F, Wang J, Liu Z, Shi J, Li J, Hu Y, Deng C, Fan L, Cai W. Ni dispersed ultrathin carbon nanosheets as bi-functional oxygen electrocatalyst induced from graphite-like porous supramolecule. J Colloid Interface Sci 2023; 652:1578-1587. [PMID: 37666190 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2023.08.182] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2023] [Revised: 08/18/2023] [Accepted: 08/28/2023] [Indexed: 09/06/2023]
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Excellent porosity and accessibility are key requirements during carbon-based materials design for energy conversion applications. Herein, a Ni-based porous supramolecular framework with graphite-like morphology (Ni-SOF) was rationally designed as a carbon precursor. Ultrathin carbon nanosheets dispersed with Ni nanoparticles and Ni-Nx sites (Ni@NiNx-N-C) were obtained via in-situ exfoliation during pyrolysis. Due to the hetero-porous structure succeeding from Ni-SOF, the Ni@NiNx-N-C catalyst showed outstanding bifunctional oxygen electrocatalytic activity with a narrow gap of 0.69 V between potential to deliver 10 mA cm-2 oxygen evolution and half-wave potential of oxygen reduction reaction, which even surpassed the Pt/C + IrO2 pair. Therefore, the corresponding zinc-air battery exhibited excellent power output and stability. The multiple Ni-based active sites, the unique 2D structure with a high graphitization degree and large specific surface area synergistically contributed to the excellent bifunctional electrocatalytic activity of Ni@NiNx-N-C. This work provided a novel viewpoint for the development of carbon-based electrocatalyst.
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- Shunfa Zhou
- Hydrogen Energy Technology Innovation Center of Hubei Province, Faculty of Materials Science and Chemistry, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan 430074, China
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- Department Key Laboratory of Catalysis and Materials of the State Ethnic Affairs Commission & Ministry of Education, South-Central University for Nationalities, Wuhan 430074, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Space Power-Sources Technology, Shanghai Institute of Space Power Sources, Shanghai 200245, China
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- Hydrogen Energy Technology Innovation Center of Hubei Province, Faculty of Materials Science and Chemistry, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan 430074, China
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- Hydrogen Energy Technology Innovation Center of Hubei Province, Faculty of Materials Science and Chemistry, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan 430074, China
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- Hydrogen Energy Technology Innovation Center of Hubei Province, Faculty of Materials Science and Chemistry, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan 430074, China
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- Hydrogen Energy Technology Innovation Center of Hubei Province, Faculty of Materials Science and Chemistry, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan 430074, China.
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- Department of Energy Conversion and Storage, Technical University of Denmark, Fysikvej, Building 310, 2800 Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark
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- State Key Laboratory of Space Power-Sources Technology, Shanghai Institute of Space Power Sources, Shanghai 200245, China.
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- College of Science and Engineering, James Cook University, 1 James Cook Drive, Townsville, QLD 4811, Australia
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- Hydrogen Energy Technology Innovation Center of Hubei Province, Faculty of Materials Science and Chemistry, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan 430074, China.
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Zhang C, Wang X, Ma Z, Yao H, Liu H, Li C, Zhou J, Xu R, Zheng X, Wang H, Li Q, Gu M, Jiang H, Huang M. Spin state modulation on dual Fe center by adjacent Ni sites enabling the boosted activities and ultra-long stability in Zn-air batteries. Sci Bull (Beijing) 2023; 68:2042-2053. [PMID: 37574374 DOI: 10.1016/j.scib.2023.07.049] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2023] [Revised: 06/10/2023] [Accepted: 07/24/2023] [Indexed: 08/15/2023]
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Breakthrough in developing cost-effective Fe-based catalysts with superior oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) activities and ultra-long-term stability for application in Zn-air batteries (ZABs) remain a priority but still full of challenges. Herein, the neighboring NiN4 single-metal-atom and Fe2N5 dual-metal-atoms on the N-doped hollow carbon sphere (Fe/Ni-NHCS) were deliberately constructed as the efficient and robust ORR catalyst for ZABs. Both theory calculations and magnetic measurements demonstrate that the introduction of NiN4 provides a significant role on optimizing the electron spin state of Fe2N5 sites and reducing the energy barrier for the adsorption and conversion of the oxygen-containing intermediates, enabling the Fe/Ni-NHCS with excellent ORR performance and ultralow byproduct HO2- yield (0.5%). Impressively, the ZABs driven by Fe/Ni-NHCS exhibit unprecedented long-term rechargeable stability over 1200 h. This work paves a new venue to manipulate the spin state of active sites for simultaneously achieving superior catalytic activities and ultra-long-term stability in energy conversion technologies.
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- Canhui Zhang
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Ocean University of China, Qingdao 266100, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Ocean University of China, Qingdao 266100, China; Qingdao Key Laboratory of Functional Membrane Material and Membrane Technology, Qingdao Institute of Bioenergy and Bioprocess Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Qingdao 266101, China
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- National Synchrotron Radiation Laboratory (NSRL), University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei 230029, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Ocean University of China, Qingdao 266100, China; Qingdao Key Laboratory of Functional Membrane Material and Membrane Technology, Qingdao Institute of Bioenergy and Bioprocess Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Qingdao 266101, China
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- College of Physics, University-Industry Joint Center for Ocean Observation and Broadband Communication, State Key Laboratory of Bio-Fibers and Eco-Textiles, Weihai Innovation Research Institute, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen 518055, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Ocean University of China, Qingdao 266100, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Ocean University of China, Qingdao 266100, China
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- National Synchrotron Radiation Laboratory (NSRL), University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei 230029, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Ocean University of China, Qingdao 266100, China
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- College of Physics, University-Industry Joint Center for Ocean Observation and Broadband Communication, State Key Laboratory of Bio-Fibers and Eco-Textiles, Weihai Innovation Research Institute, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen 518055, China.
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- Qingdao Key Laboratory of Functional Membrane Material and Membrane Technology, Qingdao Institute of Bioenergy and Bioprocess Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Qingdao 266101, China.
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Ocean University of China, Qingdao 266100, China.
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Adhikari A, Chhetri K, Rai R, Acharya D, Kunwar J, Bhattarai RM, Jha RK, Kandel D, Kim HY, Kandel MR. (Fe-Co-Ni-Zn)-Based Metal-Organic Framework-Derived Electrocatalyst for Zinc-Air Batteries. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 13:2612. [PMID: 37764640 PMCID: PMC10534837 DOI: 10.3390/nano13182612] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2023] [Revised: 09/13/2023] [Accepted: 09/14/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023]
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Zinc-air batteries (ZABs) have garnered significant interest as a viable substitute for lithium-ion batteries (LIBs), primarily due to their impressive energy density and low cost. However, the efficacy of zinc-air batteries is heavily dependent on electrocatalysts, which play a vital role in enhancing reaction efficiency and stability. This scholarly review article highlights the crucial significance of electrocatalysts in zinc-air batteries and explores the rationale behind employing Fe-Co-Ni-Zn-based metal-organic framework (MOF)-derived hybrid materials as potential electrocatalysts. These MOF-derived electrocatalysts offer advantages such as abundancy, high catalytic activity, tunability, and structural stability. Various synthesis methods and characterization techniques are employed to optimize the properties of MOF-derived electrocatalysts. Such electrocatalysts exhibit excellent catalytic activity, stability, and selectivity, making them suitable for applications in ZABs. Furthermore, they demonstrate notable capabilities in the realm of ZABs, encompassing elevated energy density, efficacy, and prolonged longevity. It is imperative to continue extensively researching and developing this area to propel the advancement of ZAB technology forward and pave the way for its practical implementation across diverse fields.
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- Anup Adhikari
- Central Department of Chemistry, Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu 44618, Nepal; (A.A.); (J.K.)
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- Department of Nano Convergence Engineering, Jeonbuk National University, Jeonju 561-756, Republic of Korea; (D.A.); (H.Y.K.)
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- Department of Chemistry, Tri-Chandra Multiple Campus, Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu 44618, Nepal;
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- Department of Nano Convergence Engineering, Jeonbuk National University, Jeonju 561-756, Republic of Korea; (D.A.); (H.Y.K.)
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- Central Department of Chemistry, Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu 44618, Nepal; (A.A.); (J.K.)
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Jeju National University, Jeju 690-756, Republic of Korea;
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- Department of Nano Convergence Engineering, Jeonbuk National University, Jeonju 561-756, Republic of Korea; (D.A.); (H.Y.K.)
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- Department of Chemistry, Amrit Campus, Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu 44613, Nepal
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Wu DH, Huang H, Ul Haq M, Zhang L, Feng JJ, Wang AJ. Lignin-derived iron carbide/Mn, N, S-codoped carbon nanotubes as a high-efficiency catalyst for synergistically enhanced oxygen reduction reaction and rechargeable zinc-air battery. J Colloid Interface Sci 2023; 647:1-11. [PMID: 37236099 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2023.05.111] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 38.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2023] [Revised: 05/15/2023] [Accepted: 05/17/2023] [Indexed: 05/28/2023]
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Design of efficient and durable oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) electrocatalysts still remains challenge in sustainable energy storage and conversion devices. To achieve sustainable development, it is of importance to prepare high-quality carbon-derived ORR catalysts from biomass. Herein, Fe5C2 nanoparticles (NPs) were facilely entrapped in Mn, N, S-codoped carbon nanotubes (Fe5C2/Mn, N, S-CNTs) by a one-step pyrolysis of the mixed lignin, metal precursors and dicyandiamide. The resulting Fe5C2/Mn, N, S-CNTs had open and tubular structures, which exhibited positive shifts in the onset potential (Eonset = 1.04 V) and high half-wave potential (E1/2 = 0.85 V), showing excellent ORR characteristics. Further, the typical catalyst-assembled Zn-air battery showed a high power density (153.19 mW cm-2) and good cycling performance as well as obvious cost advantage. The research provides some valuable insights for rational construction of low-cost and environmentally sustainable ORR catalysts in clean energy field, coupled by offering some valuable insights for reusing biomass wastes.
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- Dong-Hui Wu
- College of Geography and Environmental Sciences, College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Zhejiang Normal University, Jinhua 321004, China
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- College of Biological, Chemical Sciences and Engineering, Jiaxing University, Jiaxing 314001, China
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- College of Geography and Environmental Sciences, College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Zhejiang Normal University, Jinhua 321004, China
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- College of Geography and Environmental Sciences, College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Zhejiang Normal University, Jinhua 321004, China
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- College of Geography and Environmental Sciences, College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Zhejiang Normal University, Jinhua 321004, China
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- College of Geography and Environmental Sciences, College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Zhejiang Normal University, Jinhua 321004, China.
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Wang S, Zhao M, Yan Y, Li P, Huang W. Flexible Monitoring, Diagnosis, and Therapy by Microneedles with Versatile Materials and Devices toward Multifunction Scope. RESEARCH (WASHINGTON, D.C.) 2023; 6:0128. [PMID: 37223469 PMCID: PMC10202386 DOI: 10.34133/research.0128] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2023] [Accepted: 04/02/2023] [Indexed: 05/25/2023]
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Microneedles (MNs) have drawn rising attention owing to their merits of convenience, noninvasiveness, flexible applicability, painless microchannels with boosted metabolism, and precisely tailored multifunction control. MNs can be modified to serve as novel transdermal drug delivery, which conventionally confront with the penetration barrier caused by skin stratum corneum. The micrometer-sized needles create channels through stratum corneum, enabling efficient drug delivery to the dermis for gratifying efficacy. Then, incorporating photosensitizer or photothermal agents into MNs can conduct photodynamic or photothermal therapy, respectively. Besides, health monitoring and medical detection by MN sensors can extract information from skin interstitial fluid and other biochemical/electronic signals. Here, this review discloses a novel monitoring, diagnostic, and therapeutic pattern by MNs, with elaborate discussion about the classified formation of MNs together with various applications and inherent mechanism. Hereby, multifunction development and outlook from biomedical/nanotechnology/photoelectric/devices/informatics to multidisciplinary applications are provided. Programmable intelligent MNs enable logic encoding of diverse monitoring and treatment pathways to extract signals, optimize the therapy efficacy, real-time monitoring, remote control, and drug screening, and take instant treatment.
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- Address correspondence to: (Y.Y.); (P.L.); (W.H.)
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- Address correspondence to: (Y.Y.); (P.L.); (W.H.)
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- Address correspondence to: (Y.Y.); (P.L.); (W.H.)
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Fan Y, Li R, Zhao C, Hu A, Zhou B, Pan Y, Chen J, Yan Z, Liu M, He M, Liu J, Chen N, Long J. Chromium-doped inverse spinel electrocatalysts with optimal orbital occupancy for facilitating reaction kinetics of lithium-oxygen batteries. J Colloid Interface Sci 2023; 645:439-447. [PMID: 37156152 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2023.04.128] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/15/2023] [Revised: 04/18/2023] [Accepted: 04/24/2023] [Indexed: 05/10/2023]
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Tailored electrocatalysts that can modulate their electronic structure are highly desirable to facilitate the reaction kinetics of oxygen evolution reaction (OER) and oxidation reduction reaction (ORR) in lithium-oxygen batteries (LOB). Although octahedron predominant inverse spinels (e.g., CoFe2O4) have been proposed as promising candidates for catalytic reactions, their performance has remained unsatisfactory. Herein, the chromium (Cr) doped CoFe2O4 nanoflowers (Cr-CoFe2O4) are elaborately constructed on nickel foam as a bifunctional electrocatalyst that drastically improves the performance of LOB. The results show that the partially oxidized Cr6+ stabilizes the cobalt (Co) sites at high-valence and regulates the electronic structure of Co sites, facilitating the oxygen redox kinetics of LOB due to their strong electron-withdrawing capability. Moreover, DFT calculations and ultraviolet photoelectron spectrometer (UPS) results consistently demonstrate that Cr doping optimizes the eg electron filling state of the active octahedral Co sites, significantly improves the covalency of Co-O bonds, and enhances the degree of Co 3d-O 2p hybrids. As a result, Cr-CoFe2O4 catalyzed LOB can achieve low overpotential (0.48 V), high discharge capacity (22030 mA h g-1) and long-term cycling durability (over 500 cycles at 300 mA g-1). This work promotes the oxygen redox reaction and accelerates the electron transfer between Co ions and oxygen-containing intermediates, highlighting the potential of Cr-CoFe2O4 nanoflowers as bifunctional electrocatalysts for LOB.
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- Yining Fan
- College of Materials and Chemistry & Chemical Engineering, Chengdu University of Technology, 1#, Dongsanlu, Erxianqiao, Chengdu 610059, Sichuan, PR China
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- College of Materials and Chemistry & Chemical Engineering, Chengdu University of Technology, 1#, Dongsanlu, Erxianqiao, Chengdu 610059, Sichuan, PR China
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- College of Materials and Chemistry & Chemical Engineering, Chengdu University of Technology, 1#, Dongsanlu, Erxianqiao, Chengdu 610059, Sichuan, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Electronic Thin Films and Integrated Devices, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu 610054, Sichuan, PR China.
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- College of Materials and Chemistry & Chemical Engineering, Chengdu University of Technology, 1#, Dongsanlu, Erxianqiao, Chengdu 610059, Sichuan, PR China
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- College of Materials and Chemistry & Chemical Engineering, Chengdu University of Technology, 1#, Dongsanlu, Erxianqiao, Chengdu 610059, Sichuan, PR China
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- College of Materials and Chemistry & Chemical Engineering, Chengdu University of Technology, 1#, Dongsanlu, Erxianqiao, Chengdu 610059, Sichuan, PR China
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- College of Materials and Chemistry & Chemical Engineering, Chengdu University of Technology, 1#, Dongsanlu, Erxianqiao, Chengdu 610059, Sichuan, PR China
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- College of Materials and Chemistry & Chemical Engineering, Chengdu University of Technology, 1#, Dongsanlu, Erxianqiao, Chengdu 610059, Sichuan, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Electronic Thin Films and Integrated Devices, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu 610054, Sichuan, PR China
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- College of Materials and Chemistry & Chemical Engineering, Chengdu University of Technology, 1#, Dongsanlu, Erxianqiao, Chengdu 610059, Sichuan, PR China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital, Department of Medical Cosmetic, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China, Hengyang, Hunan 421001, PR China.
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- College of Materials and Chemistry & Chemical Engineering, Chengdu University of Technology, 1#, Dongsanlu, Erxianqiao, Chengdu 610059, Sichuan, PR China.
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Meng X, Liu T, Qin M, Liu Z, Wang W. Carbon-Free, Binder-Free MnO 2@Mn Catalyst for Oxygen Reduction Reaction. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2023; 15:20110-20119. [PMID: 37040107 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.3c00651] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/19/2023]
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Reasonable design and feasible preparation of low-cost and stable oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) catalysts with excellent performance play a key role in the development of fuel cells and metal-air batteries. A 3D porous superimposed nanosheet catalyst composed of metal manganese covered with MnO2 nanofilms (P-NS-MnO2@Mn) was designed and synthesized by rotating disk electrodes (RDEs) through one-step electrodeposition. The catalyst contains no carbon material. Therefore, the oxidation and corrosion of the carbon material during use can be avoided, resulting in excellent stability. The structural and composition characterizations indicate that the nanosheets with sharp edges exist on the surface of the wall surrounding the macropore (diameter ∼ 5.07 μm) and they connect tightly. Both the nanosheets and the wall of the macropore are composed of metal manganese covered completely with MnO2 film with a thickness of less than 5 nm. The half-wave potential of the synthesized P-NS-MnO2@Mn catalyst is 0.86 V. Besides, the catalyst exhibits good stability with almost no decay after a 30 h chronoamperometric test. Finite element analysis (FEA) simulation reveals the high local electric field intensity surrounding the sharp edges of the nanosheets. Density functional theory (DFT) calculations reveal that the novel nanosheet structure composed of MnO2 nanofilms covered on the surface of the Mn matrix accelerates the electronic transfer of the MnO2 nanofilms during the ORR process. The high local electric field intensity near the sharp edge of the nanosheets effectively promotes the orbital hybridization and strengthens the adsorbing Mn-O bond between the active site Mn in the nanosheets and the intermediate OOH* during the ORR process. This study provides a new strategy for preparing transition metal oxide catalysts and a novel idea about the key factors affecting the catalytic activity of transition metal oxides for the ORR.
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- Xu Meng
- School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300072, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300072, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300072, China
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- Forschungszentrum Jülich, IEK-9, 52425 Jülich, Germany
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300072, China
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He C, Liu Q, Wang H, Xia C, Li FM, Guo W, Xia BY. Regulating Reversible Oxygen Electrocatalysis by Built-in Electric Field of Heterojunction Electrocatalyst with Modified d-Band. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2023; 19:e2207474. [PMID: 36604992 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202207474] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 15.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2022] [Revised: 12/24/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Developing bifunctional catalysts for oxygen electrochemical reactions is essential for high-performance electrochemical energy devices. Here, a Mott-Schottky heterojunction composed of porous cobalt-nitrogen-carbon (Co-N-C) polyhedra containing abundant metal-phosphides for reversible oxygen electrocatalysis is reported. As a demonstration, this catalyst shows excellent activity in the oxygen electrocatalysis and thus delivers outstanding performance in rechargeable zinc-air batteries (ZABs). The built-in electric field in the Mott-Schottky heterojunction can promote electron transfer in oxygen electrocatalysis. More importantly, an appropriate d-band center of the heterojunction catalyst also endows oxygen intermediates with a balanced adsorption/desorption capability, thus enhancing oxygen electrocatalysis and consequently improving the performance of ZABs. The work demonstrates an important design principle for preparing efficient multifunctional catalysts in energy conversion technologies.
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- Chaohui He
- Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry for Energy Conversion and Storage (Ministry of Education), Hubei Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry and Service Failure, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST), 1037 Luoyu Road, Wuhan, 430074, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry for Energy Conversion and Storage (Ministry of Education), Hubei Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry and Service Failure, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST), 1037 Luoyu Road, Wuhan, 430074, P. R. China
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- Institute for Advanced Study, College of Chemistry, Nanchang University, 999 Xuefu Avenue, Nanchang, 330031, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry for Energy Conversion and Storage (Ministry of Education), Hubei Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry and Service Failure, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST), 1037 Luoyu Road, Wuhan, 430074, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry for Energy Conversion and Storage (Ministry of Education), Hubei Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry and Service Failure, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST), 1037 Luoyu Road, Wuhan, 430074, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry for Energy Conversion and Storage (Ministry of Education), Hubei Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry and Service Failure, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST), 1037 Luoyu Road, Wuhan, 430074, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry for Energy Conversion and Storage (Ministry of Education), Hubei Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry and Service Failure, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST), 1037 Luoyu Road, Wuhan, 430074, P. R. China
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Liu X, Wu J, Luo Z, Liu P, Tian Y, Wang X, Li H. Co 2P-Assisted Atomic Co-N 4 Active Sites with a Tailored Electronic Structure Enabling Efficient ORR/OER for Rechargeable Zn-Air Batteries. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2023; 15:9240-9249. [PMID: 36749108 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.2c19713] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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Oxygen reduction and evolution reactions (ORR and OER, respectively) are vital steps for metal-air batteries, which are plagued by their sluggish kinetics. It is still a challenge to develop highly effective and low-cost non-noble-metal-based electrocatalysts. Herein, a simple and reliable method was reported to synthesize a Co2P-assisted Co single-atom (Co-N4 centers) electrocatalyst (Co2P/Co-NC) via evaporative drying and pyrolysis processes. The Co2P nanoparticles and Co-N4 centers are uniformly distributed on the nitrogen-doped carbon matrix. Notably, Co2P/Co-NC showed excellent activities in both ORR (initial potential, 1.01 V; half-wave potential, 0.88 V) and OER (overpotential, 369 mV at 10 mA cm-2). The above results were comparable to those of commercial catalysts (such as Pt/C and RuO2). Based on the experimental and theoretical analyses, the impressive activity can be ascribed to the tailored electronic structure of Co-N4 centers by the adjacent Co2P, enabling the electron transfer from the Co atom to the neighboring C atoms, leading to a downshift of the d-band center, and improved reaction kinetics were achieved. The assembled Zn-air batteries using Co2P/Co-NC as the air cathode showed a peak power density of 187 mW cm-2 and long-life cycling stability for 140 h at 5 mA cm-2. This work may pave a promising avenue to design hybrid bifunctional electrocatalysts for highly efficient ORR/OER.
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- Xiaoyan Liu
- The Education Ministry Key Lab of Resource Chemistry and Shanghai Key Laboratory of Rare Earth Functional Materials, College of Chemistry and Material Science, Shanghai Normal University, Shanghai 200234, China
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- The Education Ministry Key Lab of Resource Chemistry and Shanghai Key Laboratory of Rare Earth Functional Materials, College of Chemistry and Material Science, Shanghai Normal University, Shanghai 200234, China
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- The Education Ministry Key Lab of Resource Chemistry and Shanghai Key Laboratory of Rare Earth Functional Materials, College of Chemistry and Material Science, Shanghai Normal University, Shanghai 200234, China
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- The Education Ministry Key Lab of Resource Chemistry and Shanghai Key Laboratory of Rare Earth Functional Materials, College of Chemistry and Material Science, Shanghai Normal University, Shanghai 200234, China
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- The Education Ministry Key Lab of Resource Chemistry and Shanghai Key Laboratory of Rare Earth Functional Materials, College of Chemistry and Material Science, Shanghai Normal University, Shanghai 200234, China
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- The Education Ministry Key Lab of Resource Chemistry and Shanghai Key Laboratory of Rare Earth Functional Materials, College of Chemistry and Material Science, Shanghai Normal University, Shanghai 200234, China
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- The Education Ministry Key Lab of Resource Chemistry and Shanghai Key Laboratory of Rare Earth Functional Materials, College of Chemistry and Material Science, Shanghai Normal University, Shanghai 200234, China
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Zhou J, Liu T, Zhang J, Zhao L, He W, Wang Y. Rational design of ultrafine cobalt free electrospun nanofibers as efficient and durable binfunctional oxygen electrocatalysts for rechargeable zinc-air battery. Sep Purif Technol 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.seppur.2022.122316] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Brige A, Olsson M, Xiong S, Matic A. A comparative study of hydroxyethylcellulose‐based solid polymer electrolytes for solid state Zn batteries. NANO SELECT 2022. [DOI: 10.1002/nano.202200221] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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- Amandine Brige
- Department of Chemistry École Normale Supérieure, PSL University Paris France
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- Department of Physics Chalmers University of Technology Göteborg Sweden
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- Department of Physics Chalmers University of Technology Göteborg Sweden
- Wallenberg Wood Science Centre Chalmers University of Technology Gothenburg Sweden
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- Department of Physics Chalmers University of Technology Göteborg Sweden
- Wallenberg Wood Science Centre Chalmers University of Technology Gothenburg Sweden
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Bin Yousaf A, Hagarová I, Javaid Zaidi S, Kasak P. Single-phase Mn-Fe interfacial oxides nanocomposites encored on carbon nitride sheets exhibited enhanced performance for electrocatalytic oxygen reduction reactions. J Electroanal Chem (Lausanne) 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jelechem.2022.116942] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Li FM, Huang L, Zaman S, Guo W, Liu H, Guo X, Xia BY. Corrosion Chemistry of Electrocatalysts. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2022; 34:e2200840. [PMID: 35334145 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202200840] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/26/2022] [Revised: 03/23/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Electrocatalysts are the core components of many sustainable energy conversion technologies that are considered the most potential solution to the worldwide energy and environmental crises. The reliability of structure and composition pledges that electrocatalysts can achieve predictable and stable performance. However, during the electrochemical reaction, electrocatalysts are influenced directly by the applied potential, the electrolyte, and the adsorption/desorption of reactive species, triggering structural and compositional corrosion, which directly affects the catalytic behaviors of electrocatalysts (performance degradation or enhancement) and invalidates the established structure-activity relationship. Therefore, it is necessary to elucidate the corrosion behavior and mechanism of electrocatalysts to formulate targeted corrosion-resistant strategies or use corrosion reconstruction synthesis techniques to guide the preparation of efficient and stable electrocatalysts. Herein, the most recent developments in electrocatalyst corrosion chemistry are outlined, including corrosion mechanisms, mitigation strategies, and corrosion syntheses/reconstructions based on typical materials and important electrocatalytic reactions. Finally, potential opportunities and challenges are also proposed to foresee the possible development in this field. It is believed that this contribution will raise more awareness regarding nanomaterial corrosion chemistry in energy technologies and beyond.
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- Fu-Min Li
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry for Energy Conversion and Storage (Ministry of Education), Hubei Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry and Service Failure, Hubei Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials and Medical Protective Materials, Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST), 1037 Luoyu Road, Wuhan, 430074, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry for Energy Conversion and Storage (Ministry of Education), Hubei Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry and Service Failure, Hubei Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials and Medical Protective Materials, Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST), 1037 Luoyu Road, Wuhan, 430074, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry for Energy Conversion and Storage (Ministry of Education), Hubei Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry and Service Failure, Hubei Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials and Medical Protective Materials, Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST), 1037 Luoyu Road, Wuhan, 430074, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry for Energy Conversion and Storage (Ministry of Education), Hubei Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry and Service Failure, Hubei Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials and Medical Protective Materials, Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST), 1037 Luoyu Road, Wuhan, 430074, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry for Energy Conversion and Storage (Ministry of Education), Hubei Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry and Service Failure, Hubei Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials and Medical Protective Materials, Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST), 1037 Luoyu Road, Wuhan, 430074, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry for Energy Conversion and Storage (Ministry of Education), Hubei Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry and Service Failure, Hubei Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials and Medical Protective Materials, Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST), 1037 Luoyu Road, Wuhan, 430074, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry for Energy Conversion and Storage (Ministry of Education), Hubei Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry and Service Failure, Hubei Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials and Medical Protective Materials, Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST), 1037 Luoyu Road, Wuhan, 430074, China
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Liang J, Chen J, Wang G, Liu J, Wang N, Shi Z. Hydrogel-Derived Co 3ZnC/Co Nanoparticles with Heterojunctions Supported on N-Doped Porous Carbon and Carbon Nanotubes for the Highly Efficient Oxygen Reduction Reaction in Zn-Air Batteries. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2022; 14:48789-48800. [PMID: 36255288 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.2c14939] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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It is crucial for metal-air batteries and fuel cells to design non-precious-metal catalysts instead of platinum-based materials to boost the sluggish oxygen reduction reaction (ORR). Herein, Co3ZnC/Co nanoparticles with heterojunctions supported on N-doped porous carbon and carbon nanotubes (CNTs) are fabricated by pyrolyzing the hydrogel prepared from melamine and citric acid chelated with Co2+/Zn2+ ions. This hybrid shows strong ORR catalytic activity as its half-wave potential reaches 0.88 V (vs reversible hydrogen electrode (RHE)) in 0.1 M KOH and Zn-air batteries with the catalyst have higher discharge plateaus and capacity than those employing Pt/C. The hybrid mixed with RuO2 can also be used as an efficient bifunctional catalyst for rechargeable Zn-air batteries. The excellent performance is primarily derived from the Co3ZnC/Co heterojunctions, the electron transfer of which boosts the ORR catalysis. Moreover, the suitable ratio of Co/Zn in precursors results in the epitaxial growth of hollow CNTs and abundant mesopores, hence promoting the adsorption of oxygen and the transport of ORR-related species.
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- Jianwen Liang
- School of Materials and Energy, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou510006, China
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- School of Materials and Energy, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou510006, China
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- School of Materials and Energy, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou510006, China
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- School of Materials and Energy, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou510006, China
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- School of Materials and Energy, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou510006, China
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- School of Materials and Energy, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou510006, China
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Zhu W, Liu H, Yue R, Pei Y, Zhang J, Liu X, Li R, Yin Y, Guiver MD. Fast Current-Driven Synthesis of ZIF-Derived Catalyst Layers for High-Performance Zn-Air Battery. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2022; 18:e2202660. [PMID: 35927031 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202202660] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/29/2022] [Revised: 07/09/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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As a core component, the catalyst layer (CL) is widely used in fuel cell, metal-air battery, and other energy conversion devices. Herein, a highly efficient method for CL preparation via fast current-driven synthesis followed by pyrolysis is proposed. Compared with previously reported fabrication procedures of zeolite imidazolate frameworks (ZIF)-based CLs, this method directly deposits the ZIF precursor onto the conductive substrate in a very short time (≤15 min). The self-supporting CL, converted from ZIF membrane by simple single-step pyrolysis, is assembled with the gas diffusion layer to obtain cathode. Electrochemical tests exhibit a small potential gap (0.83 V) between the oxygen reduction and evolution reactions, as well as high performance and excellent stability for Zn-air battery (241 mW cm-2 at 390 mA cm-2 ), due to the unique design of a bi-continuous framework (interconnected pores and long carbon nanotubes) and Co-based active sites. This work may provide new directions for the fast fabrication of non-platinum group metal CLs for metal-air batteries or fuel cell applications.
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- Weikang Zhu
- State Key Laboratory of Engines, School of Mechanical Engineering, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300072, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Engines, School of Mechanical Engineering, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300072, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Engines, School of Mechanical Engineering, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300072, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Engines, School of Mechanical Engineering, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300072, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Engines, School of Mechanical Engineering, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300072, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Engines, School of Mechanical Engineering, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300072, P. R. China
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- R&D center, Shenzhen CONE Technology Co. Ltd, Shenzhen, 518116, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Engines, School of Mechanical Engineering, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300072, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Engines, School of Mechanical Engineering, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300072, P. R. China
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Yang Q, Liu R, Pan Y, Cao Z, Liu Y, Wang L, Yu J, Song H, Ye Z, Zhang S. ZIF-8-derived N-doped porous carbon wrapped in porous carbon films as an air cathode for flexible solid-state Zn-air batteries. J Colloid Interface Sci 2022; 628:691-700. [PMID: 36027779 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2022.08.090] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/18/2022] [Revised: 08/10/2022] [Accepted: 08/13/2022] [Indexed: 01/24/2023]
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Metal-organic frameworks are a new type of catalyst precursor with high specific surface area and controllable composition, which can be modified by post-treatment and are suitable for use as cathode catalysts for Zn-air batteries (ZABs). Here, a self-doped nitrogen nanocatalyst (N-PC@CF) with a double-layered porous structure is rationally designed for flexible solid-state ZABs. The outer porous carbon shell of the N-PC@CF is highly hydrophilic and O2 permeable, while the layered porous structure exposes sufficient active sites to shorten the mass transfer distance, which would promote electrocatalytic performance and increase flexibility efficiently. The obtained N-PC@CF has an onset potential of 0.926 V and a half-wave potential of 0.843 V in the oxygen reduction reaction test, which is equivalent to commercial Pt/C. Most importantly, the maximum power density of the assembled ZAB is 134.7 mW cm-2 and it exhibits a specific capacity of 776.8 mA h g-1 at 10 mA cm-2, which is better than the 99.9 mW cm-2 of the Pt/C-based battery. An obvious improvement in the constant current discharge-charge cycle durability of the ZAB is found when compared with Pt/C. The specific capacities of ZAB with N-PC@CF as the air cathode at 5, 10 and 15 mA cm-2 are 842.7, 776.8 and 715.0 mAh g-1 (calculated by the mass of zinc consumed), respectively, corresponding to high energy densities of 1089.7, 977.3 and 842.2 Wh kg-1. A flexible solid-state battery is assembled with excellent flexibility and stability, even if the battery is folded into a large angle (160°). This work provides a new strategy for the design and synthesis of metal-free air cathodes.
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- Qi Yang
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nanjing University of Science and Technology, Nanjing 210094, PR China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nanjing University of Science and Technology, Nanjing 210094, PR China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nanjing University of Science and Technology, Nanjing 210094, PR China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nanjing University of Science and Technology, Nanjing 210094, PR China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nanjing University of Science and Technology, Nanjing 210094, PR China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nanjing University of Science and Technology, Nanjing 210094, PR China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nanjing University of Science and Technology, Nanjing 210094, PR China
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- School of Environment, Nanjing Normal University, Nanjing 210097, PR China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nanjing University of Science and Technology, Nanjing 210094, PR China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nanjing University of Science and Technology, Nanjing 210094, PR China.
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Guo Y, Wu D, Li M, Wang K, Zhang S, He G, Yin H, Huang C, Yang B, Zhang J. Coordination Engineering of Ultra‐Uniform Ruthenium Nanoclusters as Efficient Multifunctional Catalysts for Zinc–Air Batteries. SMALL SCIENCE 2022. [DOI: 10.1002/smsc.202200035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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- Yingying Guo
- Henan Provincial Key Laboratory of Nanocomposite and Applications Institute of Nanostructured Functional Materials Huanghe Science and Technology College Zhengzhou Henan 450006 P. R. China
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- Henan Provincial Key Laboratory of Nanocomposite and Applications Institute of Nanostructured Functional Materials Huanghe Science and Technology College Zhengzhou Henan 450006 P. R. China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering Zhengzhou University Zhengzhou 450001 P. R. China
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- Henan Provincial Key Laboratory of Nanocomposite and Applications Institute of Nanostructured Functional Materials Huanghe Science and Technology College Zhengzhou Henan 450006 P. R. China
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- Henan Provincial Key Laboratory of Nanocomposite and Applications Institute of Nanostructured Functional Materials Huanghe Science and Technology College Zhengzhou Henan 450006 P. R. China
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- Henan Provincial Key Laboratory of Nanocomposite and Applications Institute of Nanostructured Functional Materials Huanghe Science and Technology College Zhengzhou Henan 450006 P. R. China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering Zhengzhou University Zhengzhou 450001 P. R. China
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- Henan Provincial Key Laboratory of Nanocomposite and Applications Institute of Nanostructured Functional Materials Huanghe Science and Technology College Zhengzhou Henan 450006 P. R. China
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- Henan Provincial Key Laboratory of Nanocomposite and Applications Institute of Nanostructured Functional Materials Huanghe Science and Technology College Zhengzhou Henan 450006 P. R. China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering Zhengzhou University Zhengzhou 450001 P. R. China
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Ju JM, Lee CH, Park JH, Lee JH, Lee H, Shin JH, Kwak SY, Lee SU, Kim JH. Structural and Electronic Modulations of Imidazolium Covalent Organic Framework-Derived Electrocatalysts for Oxygen Redox Reactions in Rechargeable Zn-Air Batteries. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2022; 14:24404-24414. [PMID: 35584866 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.2c04194] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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Covalent organic frameworks (COFs) are promising candidates for the controllable design of electrocatalysts. However, bifunctional electrocatalytic activities for the oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) and oxygen evolution reaction (OER) remain challenging in COFs. In this study, imidazolium-rich COFs (IMCOFs) with well-defined active sites and characteristic three-dimensional assembly structures were readily prepared, and their electronic structures were tuned by Co incorporation to elicit bifunctional electrocatalytic activities for the ORR and OER. The Co nanoparticle-incorporated spherical IMCOF-derived electrocatalyst (CoNP-s-IMCOF) exhibited lower overpotentials for the ORR and OER compared with the atomic Co-incorporated planar IMCOF-derived electrocatalyst (Co-p-IMCOF). Computational simulations revealed that the imidazole carbon sites of CoNP-s-IMCOF rather than the triazine carbons were the active sites for the ORR and OER, and its p-band center downshifted via charge transfer, facilitating the chemisorption of oxygen intermediates during the reactions. A Zn-air battery with CoNP-s-IMCOF exhibited a small voltage gap of 1.3 V with excellent durability for 935 cycles. This approach for control over the three-dimensional assembly and electronic structures of IMCOFs can be extended to the development of diverse catalytic nanomaterials for applications of interest.
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- Jong-Min Ju
- Department of Materials Science and Chemical Engineering, Hanyang University, Ansan 15588, Republic of Korea
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- Artie McFerrin Department of Chemical Engineering and Texas A&M Energy Institute, Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas 77843, United States
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- Department of Materials Science and Chemical Engineering, Hanyang University, Ansan 15588, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Materials Science and Chemical Engineering, Hanyang University, Ansan 15588, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, Center for Bionano Intelligence Education and Research, Hanyang University, Ansan 15588, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Materials Science and Chemical Engineering, Hanyang University, Ansan 15588, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Bioresources, College of Agriculture and Life Science, Seoul National University, Seoul 08826, Korea
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, Center for Bionano Intelligence Education and Research, Hanyang University, Ansan 15588, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Materials Science and Chemical Engineering, Hanyang University, Ansan 15588, Republic of Korea
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Lv C, Zhang Q, Zhang Y, Yang Z, Wu P, Huang D, Li H, Wang H, Tang Y. Synergistic regulating the aluminum corrosion by ellagic acid and sodium stannate hybrid additives for advanced aluminum-air battery. Electrochim Acta 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.electacta.2022.140311] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Yao C, Li J, Zhang Z, Gou C, Zhang Z, Pan G, Zhang J. Hierarchical Core-Shell Co 2 N/CoP Embedded in N, P-doped Carbon Nanotubes as Efficient Oxygen Reduction Reaction Catalysts for Zn-air Batteries. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2022; 18:e2108094. [PMID: 35434925 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202108094] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/30/2021] [Revised: 04/06/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Projecting a cost-effective and highly efficient electrocatalyst for the oxygen reaction reduction (ORR) counts a great deal for Zn-air batteries. Herein, a hierarchical core-shell ORR catalyst (Co2 N/CoP@PNCNTs) is developed by embedding cobalt phosphides and/or cobalt nitrides as the core into N, P-doped carbon nanotubes (PNCNTs) as the shell via one-step carbonization, nitridation, and phosphorization of pyrolyzing Co-MOF precursor. The globally N, P-doped structure of Co2 N/CoP@PNCNTs demonstrates an outstanding electrocatalytic activity in the alkaline solution with the onset and half-wave potentials of 1.07 and 0.85 V respectively. Moreover, a Zn-air battery assembled from Co2 N/CoP@PNCNTs as the air cathode delivers an open circuit potential of 1.49 V, a maximum power density of 151.1 mW cm-2 and a specific capacity of 823.8 mAh kg-1 . It is reflected that Co2 N/CoP@PNCNTs provides a long-term durability with a slight decline of 15 h in the chronoamperometry measurement and an excellent charge-discharge stability with negligible voltage decay for 150 h at 10 mA cm-2 in Zn-air batteries. The results reveal that Co2 N/CoP@PNCNTs has superiority over most Co-Nx -C or Cox P@C catalysts reported so far. The excellent catalytic properties and stability of Co2 N/CoP@PNCNTs derive from synergistic effects between Co2 N/CoP and mesoporous N, P-doped carbon nanotubes.
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- Chongchao Yao
- National Engineering Laboratory for VOCs Pollution Control Material and Technology, Research Center for Environmental Material and Pollution Control Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 101408, P. R. China
- Research Center for Environmental Material and Pollution Control Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 101408, P. R. China
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- National Engineering Laboratory for VOCs Pollution Control Material and Technology, Research Center for Environmental Material and Pollution Control Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 101408, P. R. China
- Research Center for Environmental Material and Pollution Control Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 101408, P. R. China
- Sino-Danish College, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100049, China
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- Key laboratory of Environmental Nanotechnology and Health Effects, Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences, Beijing, 100085, P. R. China
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- National Engineering Laboratory for VOCs Pollution Control Material and Technology, Research Center for Environmental Material and Pollution Control Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 101408, P. R. China
- Research Center for Environmental Material and Pollution Control Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 101408, P. R. China
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- National Engineering Laboratory for VOCs Pollution Control Material and Technology, Research Center for Environmental Material and Pollution Control Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 101408, P. R. China
- Research Center for Environmental Material and Pollution Control Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 101408, P. R. China
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- Integrated Water-Energy-Food Facility (iWEF), School of Animal, Rural and Environmental Sciences, Nottingham Trent University, Nottinghamshire, NG25 0QF, UK
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- National Engineering Laboratory for VOCs Pollution Control Material and Technology, Research Center for Environmental Material and Pollution Control Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 101408, P. R. China
- Research Center for Environmental Material and Pollution Control Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 101408, P. R. China
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Wang F, Xie J, Zheng D, Yang F, Zhang H, Lu X. Intrinsic Carbon Defects Induced Reversible Antimony Chemistry for High-Energy Aqueous Alkaline Batteries. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2022; 34:e2200085. [PMID: 35231143 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202200085] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/05/2022] [Revised: 02/28/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Developing high-capacity, dendrite-free, and stable anode materials for robust aqueous alkaline batteries (AABs) is an ongoing challenge. Antimony (Sb) is predicated as an attractive anode material, but it still suffers from low capacity and poor stability caused by the obstructed kinetic behavior and uncontrollable nucleation for SbO2 - . Herein, designing a new defect-modified carbon skeleton (D-CS), a highly reversible Sb anode with ultralong cycling stability is realized at practical levels of capacity and high depth of discharge (DOD). The abundant intrinsic carbon defects can effectively form positive charge centers to weaken electrostatic repulsion between SbO2 - and electrode surface, facilitating the fast ion kinetics and provide generous controllable nucleation sites. In addition, the uniform electric field distribution of the D-CS induces manageable plating and stripping of the Sb metal, which effectively boosts its electrochemical reversibility and restrains adverse reactions. Accordingly, the Sb/D-CS electrode achieves a long cycle life of over 500 h with a capacity of 2 mAh cm-2 . Even at an ultrahigh capacity of 10 mAh cm-2 , it can still work stably up to 40 h. Furthermore, its feasibility as advanced anode in AABs is also confirmed by assembled Ni//Sb/D-CS full batteries with an ultrahigh capacity of 13.5 mAh cm-2 and a considerable stability of 4500 cycles.
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- Fuxin Wang
- School of Applied Physics and Materials, Wuyi University, Jiangmen, 529020, P. R. China
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- MOE of the Key Laboratory of Bioinorganic and Synthetic Chemistry, The Key Lab of Low-Carbon Chem & Energy Conservation of Guangdong Province, School of Chemistry, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, 510275, P. R. China
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- School of Applied Physics and Materials, Wuyi University, Jiangmen, 529020, P. R. China
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- MOE of the Key Laboratory of Bioinorganic and Synthetic Chemistry, The Key Lab of Low-Carbon Chem & Energy Conservation of Guangdong Province, School of Chemistry, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, 510275, P. R. China
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- MOE of the Key Laboratory of Bioinorganic and Synthetic Chemistry, The Key Lab of Low-Carbon Chem & Energy Conservation of Guangdong Province, School of Chemistry, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, 510275, P. R. China
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- School of Applied Physics and Materials, Wuyi University, Jiangmen, 529020, P. R. China
- MOE of the Key Laboratory of Bioinorganic and Synthetic Chemistry, The Key Lab of Low-Carbon Chem & Energy Conservation of Guangdong Province, School of Chemistry, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, 510275, P. R. China
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Yan D, Xia C, He C, Liu Q, Chen G, Guo W, Xia BY. A Substrate-Induced Fabrication of Active Free-Standing Nanocarbon Film as Air Cathode in Rechargeable Zinc-Air Batteries. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2022; 18:e2106606. [PMID: 34874623 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202106606] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/29/2021] [Revised: 11/11/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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Designing cost-effective and high-efficiency bifunctional electrocatalysts for both oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) and oxygen evolution reaction (OER) occurred at air electrodes is vitally significant yet challenging for Zn-air batteries (ZABs). In this work, a zinc substrate induced fabrication is reported of free-standing nanocarbon hybrid film which shows good bifunctional activity and can be directly used as the air electrode in the rechargeable ZABs. The designed nanocarbon film in Zn-air battery provides a satisfactory power density of 185 mW cm-2 and cycling stability for 1200 h under the current density of 10 mA cm-2 . This hybrid film also gives a solid-state ZAB excellent flexibility with a power density of 160 mW cm-2 . The free-standing hybrid with abundant cobalt-nitrogen-carbon species coupled with porous architecture would be the original factor for its satisfactory performance of rechargeable ZABs. This work would pave an ideal way to design integrated electrode with high electrocatalytic performance towards electrochemical energy technologies.
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- Dafeng Yan
- Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry for Energy Conversion and Storage (Ministry of Education), Hubei Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry and Service Failure, Hubei Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials and Medical Protective Materials, Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST), 1037 Luoyu Road, Wuhan, 430074, China
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- Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry for Energy Conversion and Storage (Ministry of Education), Hubei Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry and Service Failure, Hubei Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials and Medical Protective Materials, Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST), 1037 Luoyu Road, Wuhan, 430074, China
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- Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry for Energy Conversion and Storage (Ministry of Education), Hubei Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry and Service Failure, Hubei Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials and Medical Protective Materials, Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST), 1037 Luoyu Road, Wuhan, 430074, China
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- Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry for Energy Conversion and Storage (Ministry of Education), Hubei Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry and Service Failure, Hubei Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials and Medical Protective Materials, Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST), 1037 Luoyu Road, Wuhan, 430074, China
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- Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry for Energy Conversion and Storage (Ministry of Education), Hubei Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry and Service Failure, Hubei Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials and Medical Protective Materials, Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST), 1037 Luoyu Road, Wuhan, 430074, China
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- Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry for Energy Conversion and Storage (Ministry of Education), Hubei Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry and Service Failure, Hubei Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials and Medical Protective Materials, Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST), 1037 Luoyu Road, Wuhan, 430074, China
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- Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry for Energy Conversion and Storage (Ministry of Education), Hubei Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry and Service Failure, Hubei Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials and Medical Protective Materials, Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST), 1037 Luoyu Road, Wuhan, 430074, China
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Chen Y, Huang J, Chen Z, Shi C, Yang H, Tang Y, Cen Z, Liu S, Fu R, Wu D. Molecular Engineering toward High-Crystallinity Yet High-Surface-Area Porous Carbon Nanosheets for Enhanced Electrocatalytic Oxygen Reduction. ADVANCED SCIENCE (WEINHEIM, BADEN-WURTTEMBERG, GERMANY) 2022; 9:e2103477. [PMID: 34784117 PMCID: PMC8787383 DOI: 10.1002/advs.202103477] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2021] [Revised: 10/06/2021] [Indexed: 06/01/2023]
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Carbon-based nanomaterials have been regarded as promising non-noble metal catalysts for renewable energy conversion system (e.g., fuel cells and metal-air batteries). In general, graphitic skeleton and porous structure are both critical for the performances of carbon-based catalysts. However, the pursuit of high surface area while maintaining high graphitization degree remains an arduous challenge because of the trade-off relationship between these two key characteristics. Herein, a simple yet efficient approach is demonstrated to fabricate a class of 2D N-doped graphitized porous carbon nanosheets (GPCNSs) featuring both high crystallinity and high specific surface area by utilizing amine aromatic organoalkoxysilane as an all-in-one precursor and FeCl3 ·6H2 O as an active salt template. The highly porous structure of the as-obtained GPCNSs is mainly attributed to the alkoxysilane-derived SiOx nanodomains that function as micro/mesopore templates; meanwhile, the highly crystalline graphitic skeleton is synergistically contributed by the aromatic nucleus of the precursor and FeCl3 ·6H2 O. The unusual integration of graphitic skeleton with porous structure endows GPCNSs with superior catalytic activity and long-term stability when used as electrocatalysts for oxygen reduction reaction and Zn-air batteries. These findings will shed new light on the facile fabrication of highly porous carbon materials with desired graphitic structure for numerous applications.
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- Yongqi Chen
- PCFM LabSchool of ChemistrySun Yat‐sen UniversityGuangzhou510275P. R. China
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- PCFM LabSchool of ChemistrySun Yat‐sen UniversityGuangzhou510275P. R. China
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- PCFM LabSchool of ChemistrySun Yat‐sen UniversityGuangzhou510275P. R. China
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- PCFM LabSchool of ChemistrySun Yat‐sen UniversityGuangzhou510275P. R. China
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- PCFM LabSchool of ChemistrySun Yat‐sen UniversityGuangzhou510275P. R. China
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- PCFM LabSchool of ChemistrySun Yat‐sen UniversityGuangzhou510275P. R. China
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- PCFM LabSchool of ChemistrySun Yat‐sen UniversityGuangzhou510275P. R. China
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- PCFM LabSchool of ChemistrySun Yat‐sen UniversityGuangzhou510275P. R. China
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- PCFM LabSchool of ChemistrySun Yat‐sen UniversityGuangzhou510275P. R. China
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- PCFM LabSchool of ChemistrySun Yat‐sen UniversityGuangzhou510275P. R. China
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Yu F, Yang Z, Cheng Y, Xing S, Wang Y, Ma J. A comprehensive review on flow-electrode capacitive deionization: Design, active material and environmental application. Sep Purif Technol 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.seppur.2021.119870] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/05/2023]
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Li J, Abbas SU, Wang H, Zhang Z, Hu W. Recent Advances in Interface Engineering for Electrocatalytic CO 2 Reduction Reaction. NANO-MICRO LETTERS 2021; 13:216. [PMID: 34694525 PMCID: PMC8545969 DOI: 10.1007/s40820-021-00738-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2021] [Accepted: 09/13/2021] [Indexed: 05/13/2023]
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Electrocatalytic CO2 reduction reaction (CO2RR) can store and transform the intermittent renewable energy in the form of chemical energy for industrial production of chemicals and fuels, which can dramatically reduce CO2 emission and contribute to carbon-neutral cycle. Efficient electrocatalytic reduction of chemically inert CO2 is challenging from thermodynamic and kinetic points of view. Therefore, low-cost, highly efficient, and readily available electrocatalysts have been the focus for promoting the conversion of CO2. Very recently, interface engineering has been considered as a highly effective strategy to modulate the electrocatalytic performance through electronic and/or structural modulation, regulations of electron/proton/mass/intermediates, and the control of local reactant concentration, thereby achieving desirable reaction pathway, inhibiting competing hydrogen generation, breaking binding-energy scaling relations of intermediates, and promoting CO2 mass transfer. In this review, we aim to provide a comprehensive overview of current developments in interface engineering for CO2RR from both a theoretical and experimental standpoint, involving interfaces between metal and metal, metal and metal oxide, metal and nonmetal, metal oxide and metal oxide, organic molecules and inorganic materials, electrode and electrolyte, molecular catalysts and electrode, etc. Finally, the opportunities and challenges of interface engineering for CO2RR are proposed.
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- Junjun Li
- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Molecular Optoelectronic Sciences, Department of Chemistry, School of Science, Tianjin University and Collaborative Innovation Center of Chemical Science and Engineering, Tianjin, 300072, People's Republic of China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Molecular Optoelectronic Sciences, Department of Chemistry, School of Science, Tianjin University and Collaborative Innovation Center of Chemical Science and Engineering, Tianjin, 300072, People's Republic of China
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- Institute for Advanced Interdisciplinary Research (iAIR), University of Jinan, Jinan, 250022, People's Republic of China.
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Molecular Optoelectronic Sciences, Department of Chemistry, School of Science, Tianjin University and Collaborative Innovation Center of Chemical Science and Engineering, Tianjin, 300072, People's Republic of China.
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Molecular Optoelectronic Sciences, Department of Chemistry, School of Science, Tianjin University and Collaborative Innovation Center of Chemical Science and Engineering, Tianjin, 300072, People's Republic of China
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Chen L, Sagar RUR, Aslam S, Deng Y, Hussain S, Ali W, Liu C, Liang T, Hou X. Neodymium-decorated graphene as an efficient electrocatalyst for hydrogen production. NANOSCALE 2021; 13:15471-15480. [PMID: 34515273 DOI: 10.1039/d1nr03992j] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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Rare earth (RE) materials such as neodymium (Nd) and others consist of unique electronic configurations which result in unique electronic, electrochemical, and photonic properties. The high temperature (>1100 °C) growth and low active surface areas of REs hinder their use as an efficient electrocatalyst. Herein, different morphologies of Nd were successfully fabricated in situ on the surface of graphene using a double-zone chemical vapor deposition (CVD) method. The morphology of the Nd material on graphene is controlled, which results in the significant enhancement of the large specific surface area and electrochemical active area of the composite material due to the spatial morphology of Nd, thereby improving the hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) performance in an alkaline medium. The significantly enhanced HER activity with an overpotential of 75 mV and a Tafel slope of 95 mV dec-1 at a current density of 10 mA cm-2 is observed in Nd-GF. Mainly, a high specific surface area of ∼2217 cm2 g-1 and the porosity of graphene play major roles in the enhancement of activity. Thus, the present work provides a new strategy for the neodymium engineering synthesis of efficient rare earth-graphene composite electrocatalysts with a high electrochemical active area.
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- Lifang Chen
- College of Rare Earths, Jiangxi University of Science and Technology, 86 Hong Qi Road, Ganzhou 341000, PR China.
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- College of Rare Earths, Jiangxi University of Science and Technology, 86 Hong Qi Road, Ganzhou 341000, PR China.
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- Shenzhen Engineering Lab of Flexible Transparent Conductive Films, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Harbin Institute of Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- College of Rare Earths, Jiangxi University of Science and Technology, 86 Hong Qi Road, Ganzhou 341000, PR China.
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Jiangsu University, China
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- Department of Physics, Govt Islamia College Civil Lines (GICCL), St. Nagar Road Lahore, 54000, Pakistan
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- College of Rare Earths, Jiangxi University of Science and Technology, 86 Hong Qi Road, Ganzhou 341000, PR China.
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- College of Rare Earths, Jiangxi University of Science and Technology, 86 Hong Qi Road, Ganzhou 341000, PR China.
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- Collaborative Innovation Center of Steel Technology, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing 100083, P.R. China.
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Ma X, Tang KL, Lu K, Zhang C, Shi W, Zhao W. Structural Engineering of Hollow Microflower-like CuS@C Hybrids as Versatile Electrochemical Sensing Platform for Highly Sensitive Hydrogen Peroxide and Hydrazine Detection. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2021; 13:40942-40952. [PMID: 34415735 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.1c11747] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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Designing metal sulfides with unique configurations and exploring their electrochemical activities for hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) and hydrazine (N2H4) is challenging and desirable for various fields. Herein, hollow microflower-like CuS@C hybrids were successfully assembled and further exploited as a versatile electrochemical sensing platform for H2O2 reduction and N2H4 oxidation, of which the elaborate strategies make the perfect formation of hollow architecture, providing considerable electrocatalytic sites and fast charge transfer rate, while the appropriate introduction polydopamine-derived carbon skeleton facilitates the electronic conductivity and boosts structural robustness, thus generating wide linear range (0.05-14 and 0.01-10 mM), low detection limit (0.22 μM and 0.07 μM), and a rather low overpotential (-0.15 and -0.05 V) toward H2O2 and N2H4, as well as good selectivity, excellent reproducibility, and admirable long-term stability. It should be highlighted that the operating potentials can compare favorably with those of some reported H2O2 and N2H4 sensors based on noble metals. In addition, good recoveries and acceptable relative standard deviations (RSDs) attained in serum and water samples fully verify the accuracy and anti-interference capability of our proposed sensor systems. These results not only elucidate an effective structural nanoengineering strategy for electroanalytical science but also advance the rational utilization of H2O2 and N2H4 in practicability.
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- Xiaoqing Ma
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Yangtze Normal University, Chongqing 408100, China
- Sports Medicine Center, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Southwest Hospital, The 3rd Military Medical University, Chongqing 400038, China
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- Sports Medicine Center, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Southwest Hospital, The 3rd Military Medical University, Chongqing 400038, China
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- Sports Medicine Center, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Southwest Hospital, The 3rd Military Medical University, Chongqing 400038, China
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- Sports Medicine Center, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Southwest Hospital, The 3rd Military Medical University, Chongqing 400038, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Yangtze Normal University, Chongqing 408100, China
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- School of Electronic Information Engineering, Yangtze Normal University, Chongqing 408100, China
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Xiang W, Li J, Ma J, Sheng Z, Lu H, Yang S. Construction of a three-dimensional S,N co-doped ZIF-67 derivative assisted by PEDOT nanowires and its application in rechargeable Zn–air batteries. NEW J CHEM 2021. [DOI: 10.1039/d1nj03900h] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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PEDOT nanowires were obtained before pyrolysis to inhibit structural collapse and anisotropic shrinkage of the ZIF-67 in the pyrolysis process, and S,N co-doping is realized at the same time. The synthesized Co/C@NS NWs exhibit excellent performance towards ORR and OER.
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- Wenjuan Xiang
- Chemical Science and Engineering College, North Minzu University, Yinchuan, 750021, China
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, North Minzu University, Yinchuan, 750021, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, North Minzu University, Yinchuan, 750021, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, North Minzu University, Yinchuan, 750021, China
- Ningxia Research Center of Silicon Target and Silicon–Carbon Negative Materials Engineering Technology, Yinchuan, 750021, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, North Minzu University, Yinchuan, 750021, China
- Ningxia Research Center of Silicon Target and Silicon–Carbon Negative Materials Engineering Technology, Yinchuan, 750021, China
| | - Hui Lu
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, North Minzu University, Yinchuan, 750021, China
- Ningxia Research Center of Silicon Target and Silicon–Carbon Negative Materials Engineering Technology, Yinchuan, 750021, China
| | - Shaolin Yang
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, North Minzu University, Yinchuan, 750021, China
- Ningxia Research Center of Silicon Target and Silicon–Carbon Negative Materials Engineering Technology, Yinchuan, 750021, China
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