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Khademolqorani S, Banitaba SN, Gupta A, Poursharifi N, Ghaffari AA, Jadhav VV, Arifeen WU, Singh M, Borah M, Chamanehpour E, Mishra YK. Application Scopes of Miniaturized MXene-Functionalized Electrospun Nanofibers-Based Electrochemical Energy Devices. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2024; 20:e2309572. [PMID: 38155584 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202309572] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2023] [Revised: 12/16/2023] [Indexed: 12/30/2023]
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Exploring combinatorial materials, as well as rational device configuration design, are assumed to be the key strategies for deploying versatile electrochemical devices. MXene sheets have revealed a high hydrophilic surface with proper mechanical and electrical characteristics, rendering them supreme additive candidates to integrate in electrospun electrochemical power tools. The synergetic effects of MXene 2D layers with the nanofibrous networks can boost actuator responsive ability, battery capacity retention, fuel cell stability, sensor sensitivity, and supercapacitor areal capacitance. Their superior mechanical features can be endowed to the electrospun layers through the embedding of the MXene additive. In this review, the preparation and inherent features of the MXene configurations are briefly evaluated. The fabrication and overall performance of the MXene-loaded nanofibers applicable in electrochemical actuators, batteries, fuel cells, sensors, and supercapacitors are comprehensively figured out. Eventually, an outlook on the future development of MXene-based electrospun composites is presented. A substantial focus has been devoted to date to engineering conjugated MXene and electrospun fibrous frames. The potential performance of the MXene-decorated nanofibers presents a bright future of nanoengineering toward technological growth. Meanwhile, a balance between the pros and cons of the synthesized MXene composite layers is worthwhile to consider in the future.
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- Sanaz Khademolqorani
- Department of Textile Engineering, Isfahan University of Technology, Isfahan, 84156-83111, Iran
- Emerald Experts Laboratory, Isfahan Science and Technology Town, Isfahan, 84156-83111, Iran
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- Emerald Experts Laboratory, Isfahan Science and Technology Town, Isfahan, 84156-83111, Iran
- Department of Textile Engineering, Amirkabir University of Technology, Tehran, 159163-4311, Iran
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- CSIR-National Physical Laboratory, New Delhi, 110012, India
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- Department of Textile Engineering, Isfahan University of Technology, Isfahan, 84156-83111, Iran
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- School of Chemistry, College of Science, University of Tehran, Tehran, 14155, Iran
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Materials and Technologies for Energy Conversion, 241 Daxue Road, Shantou, 515063, China
- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Technion-Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, 3200003, Israel
- Department of Material Science and Engineering, Guangdong Technion Israel Institute of Technology, 241 Daxue Road, Shantou, Guangdong, 515063, China
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- School of Mechanical Engineering, Yeungnam University, 280 Daehak-ro, Gyeongsan-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do, 38541, South Korea
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- CSIR-National Physical Laboratory, New Delhi, 110012, India
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- Department of Physics, School of Basic Sciences, Kaziranga University, Jorhat, 785006, India
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- Department of Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Natural Resources and Environment, University of Birjand, Birjand, 9717434765, Iran
- Mads Clausen Institute, Smart Materials, University of Southern Denmark, Alsion 2, Sønderborg, 6400, Denmark
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- Mads Clausen Institute, Smart Materials, University of Southern Denmark, Alsion 2, Sønderborg, 6400, Denmark
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Parajuli D. MXenes-polymer nanocomposites for biomedical applications: fundamentals and future perspectives. Front Chem 2024; 12:1400375. [PMID: 38863676 PMCID: PMC11165207 DOI: 10.3389/fchem.2024.1400375] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2024] [Accepted: 04/04/2024] [Indexed: 06/13/2024] Open
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The article discusses the promising synergy between MXenes and polymers in developing advanced nanocomposites with diverse applications in biomedicine domains. MXenes, possessing exceptional properties, are integrated into polymer matrices through various synthesis and fabrication methods. These nanocomposites find applications in drug delivery, imaging, diagnostics, and environmental remediation. They offer improved therapeutic efficacy and reduced side effects in drug delivery, enhanced sensitivity and specificity in imaging and diagnostics, and effectiveness in water purification and pollutant removal. The perspective also addresses challenges like biocompatibility and toxicity, while suggesting future research directions. In totality, it highlights the transformative potential of MXenes-polymer nanocomposites in addressing critical issues across various fields.
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- D. Parajuli
- Research Center for Applied Science and Technology, Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu, Nepal
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Muthukutty B, Kumar PS, Vivekanandan AK, Sivakumar M, Lee S, Lee D. Progress and Perspective in harnessing MXene-carbon-based composites (0-3D): Synthesis, performance, and applications. CHEMOSPHERE 2024; 355:141838. [PMID: 38561159 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2024.141838] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/04/2023] [Revised: 03/09/2024] [Accepted: 03/27/2024] [Indexed: 04/04/2024]
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MXene is recognized as a promising catalyst for versatile applications due to its abundant metal sites, physicochemical properties, and structural formation. This comprehensive review offers an in-depth analysis of the incorporation of carbon into MXene, resulting in the formation of MXene-carbon-based composites (MCCs). Pristine MXene exhibits numerous outstanding characteristics, such as its atomically thin 2D structure, hydrophilic surface nature, metallic electrical conductivity, and substantial specific surface area. The introduction of carbon guides the assembly of MCCs through electrostatic self-assembly, pairing positively charged carbon with negatively charged MXene. These interactions result in increased interlayer spacing, reduced ion/electron transport distances, and enhanced surface hydrophilicity. Subsequent sections delve into the synthesis methods for MCCs, focusing on MXene integrated with various carbon structures, including 0D, 1D, 2D, and 3D carbon. Comprehensive discussions explore the distinctive properties of MCCs and the unique advantages they offer in each application domain, emphasizing the contributions and advancements they bring to specific fields. Furthermore, this comprehensive review addresses the challenges encountered by MCCs across different applications. Through these analyses, the review promotes a deeper understanding of exceptional characteristics and potential applications of MCCs. Insights derived from this review can serve as guidance for future research and development efforts, promoting the widespread utilization of MCCs across a broad spectrum of disciplines and spurring future innovations.
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- Balamurugan Muthukutty
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Gachon University, 1342 Seongnamdaero, Sujeong-gu, Seongnam, Gyeonggi, 13120, Republic of Korea
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- Magnetics Initiative Life Care Research Center, Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science & Technology (DGIST), 333 Techno Jungang-daero, Hyeonpung-myeon, Dalseong-gun, Daegu, 711873, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Aeronautical, Annasaheb Dange College of Engineering and Technology, Astha, Sangli district, 416301, Maharastra, India
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- Department of General Pathology, Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai, 77, Tamilnadu, India
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- Department of Physics and Chemistry, Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science & Technology (DGIST), 333 Techno Jungang-daero, Hyeonpung-myeon, Dalseong-gun, Daegu, 711873, Republic of Korea.
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Gachon University, 1342 Seongnamdaero, Sujeong-gu, Seongnam, Gyeonggi, 13120, Republic of Korea.
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Das P, Marvi PK, Ganguly S, Tang XS, Wang B, Srinivasan S, Rajabzadeh AR, Rosenkranz A. MXene-Based Elastomer Mimetic Stretchable Sensors: Design, Properties, and Applications. NANO-MICRO LETTERS 2024; 16:135. [PMID: 38411801 PMCID: PMC10899156 DOI: 10.1007/s40820-024-01349-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/03/2023] [Accepted: 01/09/2024] [Indexed: 02/28/2024]
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Flexible sensors based on MXene-polymer composites are highly prospective for next-generation wearable electronics used in human-machine interfaces. One of the motivating factors behind the progress of flexible sensors is the steady arrival of new conductive materials. MXenes, a new family of 2D nanomaterials, have been drawing attention since the last decade due to their high electronic conductivity, processability, mechanical robustness and chemical tunability. In this review, we encompass the fabrication of MXene-based polymeric nanocomposites, their structure-property relationship, and applications in the flexible sensor domain. Moreover, our discussion is not only limited to sensor design, their mechanism, and various modes of sensing platform, but also their future perspective and market throughout the world. With our article, we intend to fortify the bond between flexible matrices and MXenes thus promoting the swift advancement of flexible MXene-sensors for wearable technologies.
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- Poushali Das
- School of Biomedical Engineering, McMaster University, 1280 Main Street West, Hamilton, ON, L8S 4L8, Canada
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, McMaster University, 1280 Main Street West, Hamilton, ON, L8S 4L8, Canada
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- Department of Chemistry and Waterloo Institute for Nanotechnology (WIN), University of Waterloo, 200 University Ave West, Waterloo, ON, Canada
- Centre for Eye and Vision Research (CEVR), 17W Hong Kong Science Park, Shatin, Hong Kong, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Chemistry and Waterloo Institute for Nanotechnology (WIN), University of Waterloo, 200 University Ave West, Waterloo, ON, Canada
- Centre for Eye and Vision Research (CEVR), 17W Hong Kong Science Park, Shatin, Hong Kong, People's Republic of China
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- Chair of Functional Materials, Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Saarland University, Saarbrücken, Germany
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, McMaster University, 1280 Main Street West, Hamilton, ON, L8S 4L8, Canada.
- W Booth School of Engineering Practice and Technology, McMaster University, 1280 Main Street West, Hamilton, ON, L8S 4L7, Canada.
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, McMaster University, 1280 Main Street West, Hamilton, ON, L8S 4L8, Canada.
- W Booth School of Engineering Practice and Technology, McMaster University, 1280 Main Street West, Hamilton, ON, L8S 4L7, Canada.
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- Department for Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology and Materials, University of Chile, Santiago, Chile.
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Xu J, Li Y, Yan F. Constructed MXene matrix composites as sensing material and applications thereof: A review. Anal Chim Acta 2024; 1288:342027. [PMID: 38220263 DOI: 10.1016/j.aca.2023.342027] [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: 07/27/2023] [Revised: 11/10/2023] [Accepted: 11/11/2023] [Indexed: 01/16/2024]
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Most studies on MXene matrix composites for sensor development have primarily focused on synthesis and application. Nevertheless, there is currently a lack of research on how the introduction of different materials affects the sensing properties of these composites. The rapid development of MXene has raised intriguing questions about improving sensor performance by combining MXene with other materials such as polymers, metals and inorganic non-metals. This review will concentrate on the construction of MXene-based composites and explore ways to enhance their sensor applications. Specifically, this review describes why the introduction of materials to the system brings the advantage of low concentration and high sensitivity assays, as well as the MXene-based frameworks that have been recently investigated. Lastly, in order to capture the current trend of MXene-based composites in sensor applications and identify promising research directions, this review will critically evaluate the potential applications of newly developed MXene systems.
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- Jinyun Xu
- State Key Laboratory of Separation Membranes and Membrane Processes, Tiangong University, Tianjin, 300387, PR China; School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tiangong University, Tianjin, 300387, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Separation Membranes and Membrane Processes, Tiangong University, Tianjin, 300387, PR China; School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tiangong University, Tianjin, 300387, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Separation Membranes and Membrane Processes, Tiangong University, Tianjin, 300387, PR China; School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Tiangong University, Tianjin, 300387, PR China.
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Li N, Wang Y, Li Y, Zhang C, Fang G. Recent Advances in Photothermal Therapy at Near-Infrared-II Based on 2D MXenes. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2024; 20:e2305645. [PMID: 37775938 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202305645] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2023] [Revised: 09/12/2023] [Indexed: 10/01/2023]
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The use of photothermal therapy (PTT) with the near-infrared II region (NIR-II: 1000-1700 nm) is expected to be a powerful cancer treatment strategy. It retains the noninvasive nature and excellent temporal and spatial controllability of the traditional PTT, and offers significant advantages in terms of tissue penetration depth, background noise, and the maximum permissible exposure standards for skin. MXenes, transition-metal carbides, nitrides, and carbonitrides are emerging inorganic nanomaterials with natural biocompatibility, wide spectral absorption, and a high photothermal conversion efficiency. The PTT of MXenes in the NIR-II region not only provides a valuable reference for exploring photothermal agents that respond to NIR-II in 2D inorganic nanomaterials, but also be considered as a promising biomedical therapy. First, the synthesis methods of 2D MXenes are briefly summarized, and the laser light source, mechanism of photothermal conversion, and evaluation criteria of photothermal performance are introduced. Second, the latest progress of PTT based on 2D MXenes in NIR-II are reviewed, including titanium carbide (Ti3 C2 ), niobium carbide (Nb2 C), and molybdenum carbide (Mo2 C). Finally, the main problems in the PTT application of 2D MXenes to NIR-II and future research directions are discussed.
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- Nan Li
- GBA Branch of Aerospace Information Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Sciences, and Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Terahertz Quantum Electromagnetics, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510700, China
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- GBA Branch of Aerospace Information Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Sciences, and Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Terahertz Quantum Electromagnetics, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510700, China
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- Cell Department, School of Medicine, Yale University, 333 Cedar Street, New Haven, CT, 06510, USA
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- Anhui Province Key Lab of Aerospace Structural Parts Forming Technology and Equipment, Institute of Industry and Equipment Technology, Hefei University of Technology, Hefei, 230009, China
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- GBA Branch of Aerospace Information Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Sciences, and Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Terahertz Quantum Electromagnetics, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510700, China
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Tsyganov A, Vikulova M, Zotov I, Artyukhov D, Burmistrov I, Gorokhovsky A, Gorshkov N. Significantly Enhanced Balance of Dielectric Properties of Polyvinylidene Difluoride Three-Phase Composites by Silver Deposited on K 2Ni 0.93Ti 7.07O 16 Hollandite Nanoparticles. Polymers (Basel) 2024; 16:223. [PMID: 38257024 PMCID: PMC10820297 DOI: 10.3390/polym16020223] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2023] [Revised: 01/10/2024] [Accepted: 01/11/2024] [Indexed: 01/24/2024] Open
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Three-phase polymer composites are promising materials for creating electronic device components. The qualitative and quantitative composition of such composites has a significant effect on their functional, in particular dielectric properties. In this study, ceramic filler K2Ni0.93Ti7.07O16 (KNTO) with Ag coating as conductive additive (0.5, 1.0, 2.5 wt.%) was introduced into the polyvinylidene difluoride (PVDF) polymer matrix in amounts of 7.5, 15, 22.5, and 30 vol.%. to optimize the dielectric constant and dielectric loss tangent. The filler was characterized by X-ray phase analysis, Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy and Scanning electron microscopy methods. The dielectric constant, dielectric loss tangent, and conductivity of three-phase composites KNTO@Ag-PVDF were studied in comparison with two-phase composites KNTO-PVDF in the frequency range from 102 Hz to 106 Hz. The dielectric constant values of composites containing 7.5, 15, 22.5, and 30 vol.% filler were 12, 13, 17.4, 19.2 for pure KNTO and 13, 19, 25, 31 for KNTO@Ag filler (2.5 wt.%) at frequency 10 kHz. The dielectric loss tangent ranged from 0.111 to 0.340 at a filler content of 7.5 to 30 vol.%. A significantly enhanced balance of dielectric properties of PVDF-based composites was found with K2Ni0.93Ti7.07O16 as ceramic filler for 1 wt.% of silver. Composites KNTO@Ag(1 wt.%)-PVDF can be applied as dielectrics for passive elements of flexible electronics.
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- Alexey Tsyganov
- Department of Chemistry and Technology of Materials, Yuri Gagarin State Technical University of Saratov, 77 Polytecnicheskaya Street, 410054 Saratov, Russia
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- Department of Chemistry and Technology of Materials, Yuri Gagarin State Technical University of Saratov, 77 Polytecnicheskaya Street, 410054 Saratov, Russia
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- Department of Chemistry and Technology of Materials, Yuri Gagarin State Technical University of Saratov, 77 Polytecnicheskaya Street, 410054 Saratov, Russia
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- Department of Chemistry and Technology of Materials, Yuri Gagarin State Technical University of Saratov, 77 Polytecnicheskaya Street, 410054 Saratov, Russia
- Department of Power and Electrical Engineering, Yuri Gagarin State Technical University of Saratov, 77 Polytecnicheskaya Street, 410054 Saratov, Russia
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- Engineering Center, Plekhanov Russian University of Economics, 36 Stremyanny Lane, 117997 Moscow, Russia
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- Department of Chemistry and Technology of Materials, Yuri Gagarin State Technical University of Saratov, 77 Polytecnicheskaya Street, 410054 Saratov, Russia
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- Department of Chemistry and Technology of Materials, Yuri Gagarin State Technical University of Saratov, 77 Polytecnicheskaya Street, 410054 Saratov, Russia
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Jiang T, Wang Y, Chen GZ. Electrochemistry of Titanium Carbide MXenes in Supercapacitor. SMALL METHODS 2023; 7:e2201724. [PMID: 37127861 DOI: 10.1002/smtd.202201724] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/30/2022] [Revised: 03/30/2023] [Indexed: 05/03/2023]
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Novel electrode materials are always explored to achieve better performance of supercapacitors. Titanium carbide MXenes, Ti3 C2 Tx , are one of the very promising candidates for electrode materials in supercapacitors due to their unique structural and ion storage properties as 2D materials. Their large specific surface area, adjustable functionalized surface terminals, high electrical conductivities, hydrophilicity, and high Faradaic capacitance, also known widely but confusingly as pseudocapacitance, are highly desirable for making high-performance electrodes with increased dis-/charging rates and capacities. Herein, some selective electrochemical considerations of Ti3 C2 Tx MXenes for uses in supercapacitors are critically reviewed and assessed, aiming at a better fundamental understanding of the electrochemical basics and processes in Ti3 C2 Tx MXene-based electrode materials for supercapacitor applications.
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- Tingting Jiang
- The State Key Laboratory of Refractories and Metallurgy, College of Materials and Metallurgy, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430081, P. R. China
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- The State Key Laboratory of Refractories and Metallurgy, College of Materials and Metallurgy, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430081, P. R. China
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- Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, NG2 7RD, UK
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Zhang Q, Wang Q, Cui J, Zhao S, Zhang G, Gao A, Yan Y. Structural design and preparation of Ti 3C 2T x MXene/polymer composites for absorption-dominated electromagnetic interference shielding. NANOSCALE ADVANCES 2023; 5:3549-3574. [PMID: 37441247 PMCID: PMC10334419 DOI: 10.1039/d3na00130j] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2023] [Accepted: 05/23/2023] [Indexed: 07/15/2023]
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Electromagnetic interference (EMI) is a pervasive and harmful phenomenon in modern society that affects the functionality and reliability of electronic devices and poses a threat to human health. To address this issue, EMI-shielding materials with high absorption performance have attracted considerable attention. Among various candidates, two-dimensional MXenes are promising materials for EMI shielding due to their high conductivity and tunable surface chemistry. Moreover, by incorporating magnetic and conductive fillers into MXene/polymer composites, the EMI shielding performance can be further improved through structural design and impedance matching. Herein, we provide a comprehensive review of the recent progress in MXene/polymer composites for absorption-dominated EMI shielding applications. We summarize the fabrication methods and EMI shielding mechanisms of different composite structures, such as homogeneous, multilayer, segregated, porous, and hybrid structures. We also analyze the advantages and disadvantages of these structures in terms of EMI shielding effectiveness and the absorption ratio. Furthermore, we discuss the roles of magnetic and conductive fillers in modulating the electrical properties and EMI shielding performance of the composites. We also introduce the methods for evaluating the EMI shielding performance of the materials and emphasize the electromagnetic parameters and challenges. Finally, we provide insights and suggestions for the future development of MXene/polymer composites for EMI shielding applications.
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- Qimei Zhang
- Key Lab of Rubber-Plastics, Ministry of Education, Shandong Provincial Key Lab of Rubber-Plastics, School of Polymer Science and Engineering, Qingdao University of Science and Technology Qingdao 266042 China
- School of Materials and Environmental Engineering, Chizhou University Chizhou 247000 China
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- Key Lab of Rubber-Plastics, Ministry of Education, Shandong Provincial Key Lab of Rubber-Plastics, School of Polymer Science and Engineering, Qingdao University of Science and Technology Qingdao 266042 China
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- Key Lab of Rubber-Plastics, Ministry of Education, Shandong Provincial Key Lab of Rubber-Plastics, School of Polymer Science and Engineering, Qingdao University of Science and Technology Qingdao 266042 China
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- Key Lab of Rubber-Plastics, Ministry of Education, Shandong Provincial Key Lab of Rubber-Plastics, School of Polymer Science and Engineering, Qingdao University of Science and Technology Qingdao 266042 China
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- Key Lab of Rubber-Plastics, Ministry of Education, Shandong Provincial Key Lab of Rubber-Plastics, School of Polymer Science and Engineering, Qingdao University of Science and Technology Qingdao 266042 China
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- Key Lab of Rubber-Plastics, Ministry of Education, Shandong Provincial Key Lab of Rubber-Plastics, School of Polymer Science and Engineering, Qingdao University of Science and Technology Qingdao 266042 China
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- Key Lab of Rubber-Plastics, Ministry of Education, Shandong Provincial Key Lab of Rubber-Plastics, School of Polymer Science and Engineering, Qingdao University of Science and Technology Qingdao 266042 China
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Li J, Yang F, Liu D, Han S, Li J, Sui G. Graphene composite paper synergized with micro/nanocellulose-fiber and silk fibroin for flexible strain sensor. Int J Biol Macromol 2023; 240:124439. [PMID: 37062378 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.124439] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2022] [Revised: 03/22/2023] [Accepted: 04/10/2023] [Indexed: 04/18/2023]
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The fabrication of uniform and strong graphene-based conductive paper is challenging due to easy aggregation and poor film formability of graphene. Herein, on the basis of good dispersing effect of nanocellulose, high content graphene (50 wt%) composite paper with micro/nanocellulose fibers and silk fibroin (SF) was manufactured via simple casting method. The synergistic effects of cellulose microfibers (CMFs), cellulose nanofibers (CNFs) and SF result in the paper with ideal combination of flexibility, electrical conductivity and mechanical strength, where CNFs, CMFs and SF act as dispersing and film forming for GNPs, dimensional stability, and interfacial binding agents, respectively. Extraordinarily, by adding SF, graphene nanosheets are tightly coated on the surface of CMFs. The composite paper shows a tensile strength of 49.29 MPa, surface resistance of 39.0-42.1 Ω and good joints bend sensing performance. Additionally, it is found that CMFs can hinder the micro-cracks from propagating during the cyclic elbow bending test. The graphene-based conductive paper is helpful for the development of smart clothing wearable biosensing devices.
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- Jun Li
- Shi-changxu Innovation Center for Advanced Materials, Institute of Metal Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shenyang 110016, China; School of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Science and Technology of China, Shenyang 110016, China
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- Shi-changxu Innovation Center for Advanced Materials, Institute of Metal Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shenyang 110016, China; School of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Science and Technology of China, Shenyang 110016, China
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- Shi-changxu Innovation Center for Advanced Materials, Institute of Metal Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shenyang 110016, China.
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- Shi-changxu Innovation Center for Advanced Materials, Institute of Metal Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shenyang 110016, China; School of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Science and Technology of China, Shenyang 110016, China
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- Engineering Center of National New Raw Material Base Construction of Liaoning Province, Shenyang 110031, China
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- Shi-changxu Innovation Center for Advanced Materials, Institute of Metal Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shenyang 110016, China.
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Yang G, Liu F, Zhao J, Fu L, Gu Y, Qu L, Zhu C, Zhu JJ, Lin Y. MXenes-based nanomaterials for biosensing and biomedicine. Coord Chem Rev 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ccr.2022.215002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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A review on recent advances in 2D-transition metal carbonitride-MXenes nano-sheets/polymer composites' electromagnetic shields, mechanical and thermal properties. J Taiwan Inst Chem Eng 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jtice.2023.104740] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/17/2023]
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Cho H, Lim S, Kim G, Park J, Kim S, Ryu SY, Kang S, Lee HH, Lee J. Control of the rheological properties of concentrated aqueous MXene sediment suspensions using polymeric additives. Colloid Polym Sci 2023. [DOI: 10.1007/s00396-023-05076-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/27/2023]
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Macknojia A, Ayyagari A, Zambrano D, Rosenkranz A, Shevchenko EV, Berman D. Macroscale Superlubricity Induced by MXene/MoS 2 Nanocomposites on Rough Steel Surfaces under High Contact Stresses. ACS NANO 2023; 17:2421-2430. [PMID: 36696666 DOI: 10.1021/acsnano.2c09640] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
Abstract
Toward the goal of achieving superlubricity, or near-zero friction, in industrially relevant material systems, solution-processed multilayer Ti3C2Tx-MoS2 blends are spray-coated onto rough 52100-grade steel surfaces as a solid lubricant. The tribological performance was assessed in a ball-on-disk configuration in a unidirectional sliding mode. The test results indicate that Ti3C2Tx-MoS2 nanocomposites led to superlubricious states, which has hitherto been unreported for both individual pristine materials, MoS2 and Ti3C2Tx, under macroscale sliding conditions, indicating a synergistic mechanism enabling the superlative performance. The processing, structure, and property correlation were studied to understand the underlying phenomena. Raman spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy, and transmission electron microscopy revealed the formation of an in situ robust tribolayer that was responsible for the performance at high contact pressures (>1.1 GPa) and sliding speeds (0.1 m/s). This report presents the lowest friction obtained by either MoS2 or MXene or any combination of the two so far.
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- Ali Macknojia
- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, The University of North Texas, Denton, Texas 76203, United States
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, The University of North Texas, Denton, Texas 76203, United States
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology and Materials (FCFM), University of Chile, Santiago, 8370456, Chile
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology and Materials (FCFM), University of Chile, Santiago, 8370456, Chile
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- Center for Nanoscale Materials, Argonne National Laboratory, Argonne, Illinois 60439, United States
- Department of Chemistry and James Frank Institute, University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois 60637, United States
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, The University of North Texas, Denton, Texas 76203, United States
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Li S, Wang Y, Li Y, Xu J, Li T, Zhang T. In Situ Growth of Ni-MOF Nanorods Array on Ti 3C 2T x Nanosheets for Supercapacitive Electrodes. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 13:610. [PMID: 36770570 PMCID: PMC9921429 DOI: 10.3390/nano13030610] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/31/2022] [Revised: 01/30/2023] [Accepted: 01/31/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
Abstract
For the energy supply of smart and portable equipment, high performance supercapacitor electrode materials are drawing more and more concerns. Conductive Ni-MOF is a class of materials with higher conductivity compared with traditional MOFs, but it continues to lack stability. Specifically, MXene (Ti3C2Tx) has been employed as an electrochemical substrate for its high mechanical stability and abundant active sites, which can be combined with MOFs to improve its electrochemical performance. In this paper, a novel Ni-MOF nanorods array/Ti3C2Tx nanocomposite was prepared via a facile hydrothermal reaction, which makes good use of the advantages of conductive Ni-MOF and high strength Ti3C2Tx. The high density forest-like Ni-MOF array in situ grown on the surface of Ti3C2Tx can provide abundant active electrochemical sites and construct a pathway for effective ion transport. The formation of a "Ti-O···Ni" bond accomplished during an in situ growth reaction endows the strong interfacial interaction between Ni-MOF and Ti3C2Tx. As a result, the Ni-MOF/Ti3C2Tx nanocomposite can achieve a high specific capacitance of 497.6 F·g-1 at 0.5 A·g-1 and remain over 66% of the initial capacitance when the current density increases five times. In addition, the influence of the Ti3C2Tx concentration and reaction time on the morphology and performance of the resultant products were also investigated, leading to a good understanding of the formation process of the nanocomposite and the electrochemical mechanism for a supercapacitive reaction.
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- Shengzhao Li
- NEST Lab, Department of Chemistry, College of Sciences, Shanghai University, Shanghai 200444, China
- i-Lab, Nano-X Vacuum Interconnected Workstation, Key Laboratory of Multifunction Nanomaterials and Smart Systems, Suzhou Institute of Nano-Tech and Nano-Bionics (SINANO), Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), 398 Ruoshui Road, Suzhou 215123, China
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- i-Lab, Nano-X Vacuum Interconnected Workstation, Key Laboratory of Multifunction Nanomaterials and Smart Systems, Suzhou Institute of Nano-Tech and Nano-Bionics (SINANO), Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), 398 Ruoshui Road, Suzhou 215123, China
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- i-Lab, Nano-X Vacuum Interconnected Workstation, Key Laboratory of Multifunction Nanomaterials and Smart Systems, Suzhou Institute of Nano-Tech and Nano-Bionics (SINANO), Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), 398 Ruoshui Road, Suzhou 215123, China
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- NEST Lab, Department of Chemistry, College of Sciences, Shanghai University, Shanghai 200444, China
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- i-Lab, Nano-X Vacuum Interconnected Workstation, Key Laboratory of Multifunction Nanomaterials and Smart Systems, Suzhou Institute of Nano-Tech and Nano-Bionics (SINANO), Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), 398 Ruoshui Road, Suzhou 215123, China
- Gusu Lab for Advanced Materials, Suzhou 215123, China
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- i-Lab, Nano-X Vacuum Interconnected Workstation, Key Laboratory of Multifunction Nanomaterials and Smart Systems, Suzhou Institute of Nano-Tech and Nano-Bionics (SINANO), Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), 398 Ruoshui Road, Suzhou 215123, China
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Li RH, Lin Q, Li SL, Sun Y, Liu Y. MXenes Functionalized with Macrocyclic Hosts: From Molecular Design to Applications. Chempluschem 2023; 88:e202200423. [PMID: 36680301 DOI: 10.1002/cplu.202200423] [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: 11/22/2022] [Revised: 01/06/2023] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
Abstract
Two-dimensional (2D) MXene has aroused wide attention for its excellent physical and chemical properties. The interlayer engineering formed by layer-by-layer stacking of MXene nanosheets can be employed for molecular sieving and water purification by incorporating specific groups onto the exterior surface of MXene. Macrocyclic hosts exhibiting unique structural features and recognition ability can construct smart devices for external stimuli with reversible features between macrocycles and guests. On that basis, macrocyclic hosts can be anchored to MXene to provide numerous insights into their compositions and intercalation states. In this review, the MXene prepared based on macrocyclic hosts from molecular design to applications is highlighted. Various MXenes functionalized with macrocyclic hosts are empowered in functional membrane (including water purification, organic solvent nanofiltration, and electromagnetic shielding), photocatalysis, sensing, and adsorption (interactions with specific guest). Hopefully, this review can bring new inspiration to the design of multifunctional MXene-based materials and improving its practical applications.
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- Run-Hao Li
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tiangong University, Tianjin, 300387, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Separation Membrane and Membrane Process & Tianjin Key Laboratory of Green Chemical Technology and Process Engineering School of Chemistry, Tiangong University, Tianjin, 300387, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Separation Membrane and Membrane Process & Tianjin Key Laboratory of Green Chemical Technology and Process Engineering School of Chemistry, Tiangong University, Tianjin, 300387, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Separation Membrane and Membrane Process & Tianjin Key Laboratory of Green Chemical Technology and Process Engineering School of Chemistry, Tiangong University, Tianjin, 300387, P. R. China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tiangong University, Tianjin, 300387, P. R. China.,State Key Laboratory of Separation Membrane and Membrane Process & Tianjin Key Laboratory of Green Chemical Technology and Process Engineering School of Chemistry, Tiangong University, Tianjin, 300387, P. R. China
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Amara U, Hussain I, Ahmad M, Mahmood K, Zhang K. 2D MXene-Based Biosensing: A Review. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2023; 19:e2205249. [PMID: 36412074 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202205249] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 15.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2022] [Revised: 10/24/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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MXene emerged as decent 2D material and has been exploited for numerous applications in the last decade. The remunerations of the ideal metallic conductivity, optical absorbance, mechanical stability, higher heterogeneous electron transfer rate, and good redox capability have made MXene a potential candidate for biosensing applications. The hydrophilic nature, biocompatibility, antifouling, and anti-toxicity properties have opened avenues for MXene to perform in vitro and in vivo analysis. In this review, the concept, operating principle, detailed mechanism, and characteristic properties are comprehensively assessed and compiled along with breakthroughs in MXene fabrication and conjugation strategies for the development of unique electrochemical and optical biosensors. Further, the current challenges are summarized and suggested future aspects. This review article is believed to shed some light on the development of MXene for biosensing and will open new opportunities for the future advanced translational application of MXene bioassays.
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- Umay Amara
- Institute of Chemical Sciences, Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, 60800, Pakistan
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, City University of Hong Kong, 83 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon, Hong Kong
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, City University of Hong Kong, 83 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon, Hong Kong
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- Institute of Chemical Sciences, Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, 60800, Pakistan
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, City University of Hong Kong, 83 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon, Hong Kong
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Carbonized MXene-polyvinylpyrrolidone as an adsorbent for solid-phase microextraction of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons from tea beverages prior to GC analysis. Microchem J 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.microc.2022.108313] [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]
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Fabrication and cytotoxicity evaluation of polyethyleneimine conjugated fluorescent MXene nanosheets as cancer theranostics agent. Polym Bull (Berl) 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s00289-022-04627-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/05/2022]
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Tan K, Samylingam L, Aslfattahi N, Johan MR, Saidur R. Investigation of improved optical and conductivity properties of poly(methyl methacrylate)–MXenes (PMMA–MXenes) nanocomposite thin films for optoelectronic applications. OPEN CHEM 2022. [DOI: 10.1515/chem-2022-0221] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/05/2022] Open
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Abstract
Polymer matrix composites composed of poly(methyl methacrylate) (PMMA) and MXenes (Ti3C2T
x
) are synthesized using direct solution blending and casting techniques. MXenes are a new family of two-dimensional materials. Both optical and conductivity properties of the resulting PMMA-MXene nanocomposite thin films are studied as a function of MXene concentration, for the first time. The resulting thin films are in the micrometer range (8.10–8.80 µm) in thickness. As the concentration of MXenes increases, the PMMA embeds MXenes, causing structural disturbance but without any change in the crystal structure. The MXene thickness in single-layered structure is 15–20 nm. Optical investigations such as UV-Vis absorption, absorption coefficient, extinction coefficient, and band gap have been reported to study the light absorption of nanocomposites. Resistivity measurement associated with electrical conductivity is studied. The relationship between optical responses and electrical conductivity is discussed. When compared to pure PMMA (1 × 10−14 to 1 × 10−13 S m−1), nanocomposites have electrical conductivity that is more than 3,000 times higher. The nanocomposites containing 15 wt% MXenes had the highest conductivity of 1.35 × 10−3 S m−1. Both the conductivity improvement and tunable optical findings accelerate the route of integrating MXenes into polymers to create more promising multifunctional composites for optoelectronic applications such as conductive electrodes, thin film transistors, and logic circuits.
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- KimHan Tan
- Research Center for Nano-Materials and Energy Technology (RCNMET), School of Engineering and Technology, Sunway University, Bandar Sunway, Petaling Jaya , 47500 , Selangor , Darul Ehsan , Malaysia
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- Research Center for Nano-Materials and Energy Technology (RCNMET), School of Engineering and Technology, Sunway University, Bandar Sunway, Petaling Jaya , 47500 , Selangor , Darul Ehsan , Malaysia
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- Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Czech Technical University , Prague , Czech Republic
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- Nanotechnology & Catalysis Research Center, University of Malaya , 50603 , Kuala Lumpur , Malaysia
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- Research Center for Nano-Materials and Energy Technology (RCNMET), School of Engineering and Technology, Sunway University, Bandar Sunway, Petaling Jaya , 47500 , Selangor , Darul Ehsan , Malaysia
- Department of Engineering, Lancaster University , Lancaster , LA1 4YW , UK
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Adekoya G, Adekoya OC, Sadiku RE, Hamam Y, Ray SS. Applications of MXene-Containing Polypyrrole Nanocomposites in Electrochemical Energy Storage and Conversion. ACS OMEGA 2022; 7:39498-39519. [PMID: 36385802 PMCID: PMC9648120 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.2c02706] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/01/2022] [Accepted: 09/15/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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The atomically thick two-dimensional (2D) materials are at the forefront of revolutionary technologies for energy storage devices. Due to their fascinating physical and chemical features, these materials have gotten a lot of attention. They are particularly appealing for a wide range of applications, including electrochemical storage systems, due to their simplicity of property tuning. The MXene is a type of 2D material that is widely recognized for its exceptional electrochemical characteristics. The use of these materials in conjunction with conducting polymers, notably polypyrrole (PPy), has opened new possibilities for lightweight, flexible, and portable electrodes. Therefore, herein we report a comprehensive review of recent achievements in the production of MXene/PPy nanocomposites. The structural-property relationship of this class of nanocomposites was taken into consideration with an elaborate discussion of the various characterizations employed. As a result, this research gives a narrative explanation of how PPy interacts with distinct MXenes to produce desirable high-performance nanocomposites. The effects of MXene incorporation on the thermal, electrical, and electrochemical characteristics of the resultant nanocomposites were discussed. Finally, it is critically reviewed and presented as an advanced composite material in electrochemical storage devices, energy conversion, electrochemical sensors, and electromagnetic interference shielding.
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- Gbolahan
Joseph Adekoya
- Institute
of Nanoengineering Research (INER) and Department of Chemical, Metallurgical
and Materials Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment, Tshwane University of Technology, Pretoria 0001, South Africa
- Centre
for Nanostructures and Advanced Materials, DSI-CSIR Nanotechnology
Innovation Centre, Council for Scientific
and Industrial Research, CSIR, Pretoria 0001, South Africa
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- Institute
of Nanoengineering Research (INER) and Department of Chemical, Metallurgical
and Materials Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment, Tshwane University of Technology, Pretoria 0001, South Africa
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- Institute
of Nanoengineering Research (INER) and Department of Chemical, Metallurgical
and Materials Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment, Tshwane University of Technology, Pretoria 0001, South Africa
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- Department
of Electrical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment, Tshwane University of Technology, Pretoria 0001, South Africa
- École
Supérieure d’Ingénieurs en Électrotechnique
et Électronique, Cité Descartes, 2 Boulevard Blaise Pascal, 93160 Noisy-le-Grand, Paris, France
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- Centre
for Nanostructures and Advanced Materials, DSI-CSIR Nanotechnology
Innovation Centre, Council for Scientific
and Industrial Research, CSIR, Pretoria 0001, South Africa
- Department
of Chemical Sciences, University of Johannesburg, Doornforntein, Johannesburg 2028, South Africa
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Dispersive two-dimensional MXene via potassium fulvic acid for mixed matrix membranes with enhanced organic solvent nanofiltration performance. J Memb Sci 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.memsci.2022.121168] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Dai Y, Niu Z, Luo W, Wang Y, Mu P, Li J. A review on the recent advances in composite membranes for CO2 capture processes. Sep Purif Technol 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.seppur.2022.122752] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Amin I, Brekel HVD, Nemani K, Batyrev E, de Vooys A, van der Weijde H, Anasori B, Shiju NR. Ti 3C 2T x MXene Polymer Composites for Anticorrosion: An Overview and Perspective. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2022; 14:43749-43758. [PMID: 36121119 PMCID: PMC9523612 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.2c11953] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/06/2022] [Accepted: 08/29/2022] [Indexed: 05/25/2023]
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As the most studied two-dimensional (2D) material from the MXene family, Ti3C2Tx has constantly gained interest from academia and industry. Ti3C2Tx MXene has the highest electrical conductivity (up to 24,000 S cm-1) and one of the highest stiffness values with a Young's modulus of ∼ 334 GPa among water-dispersible conductive 2D materials. The negative surface charge of MXene helps to disperse it well in aqueous and other polar solvents. This solubility across a wide range of solvents, excellent interface interaction, tunable surface functionality, and stability with other organic/polymeric materials combined with the layered structure of Ti3C2Tx MXene make it a promising material for anticorrosion coatings. While there are many reviews on Ti3C2Tx MXene polymer composites for catalysis, flexible electronics, and energy storage, to our knowledge, no review has been published yet on MXenes' anticorrosion applications. In this brief report, we summarize the current progress and the development of Ti3C2Tx polymer composites for anticorrosion. We also provide an outlook and discussion on possible ways to improve the exploitation of Ti3C2Tx polymer composites as anticorrosive materials. Finally, we provide a perspective beyond Ti3C2Tx MXene composition for the development of future anticorrosion coatings.
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- Ihsan Amin
- Van’t
Hoff Institute for Molecular Sciences, University
of Amsterdam, Science Park 904, 1098 XH Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Van’t
Hoff Institute for Molecular Sciences, University
of Amsterdam, Science Park 904, 1098 XH Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department
of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Purdue School of Engineering
and Technology and Integrated Nanosystems Development Institute, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis, Indianapolis, Indiana 46202, United States
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- Tata
Steel Research & Development, P.O. Box 10.000, 1970CA IJmuiden, The Netherlands
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- Tata
Steel Research & Development, P.O. Box 10.000, 1970CA IJmuiden, The Netherlands
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- Tata
Steel Research & Development, P.O. Box 10.000, 1970CA IJmuiden, The Netherlands
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- Department
of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Purdue School of Engineering
and Technology and Integrated Nanosystems Development Institute, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis, Indianapolis, Indiana 46202, United States
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- Van’t
Hoff Institute for Molecular Sciences, University
of Amsterdam, Science Park 904, 1098 XH Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Singhal J, Verma S, Kumar S. The physio-chemical properties and applications of 2D nanomaterials in agricultural and environmental sustainability. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2022; 837:155669. [PMID: 35523341 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2022.155669] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/19/2022] [Revised: 04/29/2022] [Accepted: 04/29/2022] [Indexed: 05/27/2023]
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Global hunger and nutritional deficiency demand the advancement of existing and conventional approaches to food production. The application of nanoenabled strategies in agriculture has opened up new avenues for enhancing crop yield and productivity. Recently, two-dimensional (2D) nanomaterials (NMs) have manifested new possibilities for increasing food production and nutrition. Graphene nanosheets, the 2D form of graphene has been exemplary in enhancing the loading capacity of agro-active ingredients, their target-specific delivery, bioavailability, and controlled release with slow degradation, resulting in the increased shelf-life/active time of the agro-active components. Also, the development of novel formulations/composites of MXenes and Transition Metal Dichalcogenides (TMDs) can foster plant growth, metabolism, crop production, protection and improvement of soil quality. Additionally, the 2D NM-based biosensors can monitor the nutrient levels and other parameters affecting agronomical traits in plants. This review provides an insight into the details of 2D NM synthesis and functionalization methods. Notably, the review highlights the broad-range of 2D NM applications and their suitability in the development of nanotechnology-based agriformulations. The 2D NM-based derivatives have shown immense potential in enhancing the pedologic parameters, crop productivity, pest-protection and nutritional value. Thus, assisting in achieving food and environmental sustainability goals.
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- Jaya Singhal
- Department of Health Research-Multi-Disciplinary Research Unit, King George's Medical University, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226003, India
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- Department of Health Research-Multi-Disciplinary Research Unit, King George's Medical University, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226003, India.
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- Department of Biochemistry, King George's Medical University, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226003, India.
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Iravani P, Iravani S, Varma RS. MXene-Chitosan Composites and Their Biomedical Potentials. MICROMACHINES 2022; 13:mi13091383. [PMID: 36144006 PMCID: PMC9500609 DOI: 10.3390/mi13091383] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2022] [Revised: 08/22/2022] [Accepted: 08/23/2022] [Indexed: 05/21/2023]
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Today, MXenes with fascinating electronic, thermal, optical, and mechanical features have been broadly studied for biomedical applications, such as drug/gene delivery, photothermal/photodynamic therapy, antimicrobials/antivirals, sensing, tissue engineering, and regenerative medicine. In this context, various MXene-polymer composites have been designed to improve the characteristics such as physiological stability, sustained/controlled release behaviors, biodegradability, biocompatibility, selectivity/sensitivity, and functionality. Chitosan with advantages of ease of modification, biodegradability, antibacterial activities, non-toxicity, and biocompatibility can be considered as attractive materials for designing hybridized composites together with MXenes. These hybrid composites ought to be further explored for biomedical applications because of their unique properties such as high photothermal conversion efficiency, improved stability, selectivity/sensitivity, stimuli-responsiveness behaviors, and superior antibacterial features. These unique structural, functional, and biological attributes indicate that MXene-chitosan composites are attractive alternatives in biomedical engineering. However, several crucial aspects regarding the surface functionalization/modification, hybridization, nanotoxicological analyses, long-term biosafety assessments, biocompatibility, in vitro/in vivo evaluations, identification of optimization conditions, implementation of environmentally-benign synthesis techniques, and clinical translation studies are still need to be examined by researchers. Although very limited studies have revealed the great potentials of MXene-chitosan hybrids in biomedicine, the next steps should be toward the extensive research and detailed analyses in optimizing their properties and improving their functionality with a clinical and industrial outlook. Herein, recent developments in the use of MXene-chitosan composites with biomedical potentials are deliberated, with a focus on important challenges and future perspectives. In view of the fascinating properties and multifunctionality of MXene-chitosan composites, these hybrid materials can open significant new opportunities in the future for bio- and nano-medicine arena.
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- Parisa Iravani
- School of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan 81746-73461, Iran
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- Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan 81746-73461, Iran
- Correspondence: (S.I.); (R.S.V.)
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- Regional Centre of Advanced Technologies and Materials, Czech Advanced Technology and Research Institute, Palacký University in Olomouc, Šlechtitelů 27, 783 71 Olomouc, Czech Republic
- Correspondence: (S.I.); (R.S.V.)
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Parajuli D, Murali N, K. C. D, Karki B, Samatha K, Kim AA, Park M, Pant B. Advancements in MXene-Polymer Nanocomposites in Energy Storage and Biomedical Applications. Polymers (Basel) 2022; 14:polym14163433. [PMID: 36015690 PMCID: PMC9415062 DOI: 10.3390/polym14163433] [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: 07/08/2022] [Revised: 08/08/2022] [Accepted: 08/13/2022] [Indexed: 12/07/2022] Open
Abstract
MXenes are 2D ceramic materials, especially carbides, nitrides, and carbonitrides derived from their parent ‘MAX’ phases by the etching out of ‘A’ and are famous due to their conducting, hydrophilic, biocompatible, and tunable properties. However, they are hardly stable in the outer environment, have low biodegradability, and have difficulty in drug release, etc., which are overcome by MXene/Polymer nanocomposites. The MXenes terminations on MXene transferred to the polymer after composite formation makes it more functional. With this, there is an increment in photothermal conversion efficiency for cancer therapy, higher antibacterial activity, biosensors, selectivity, bone regeneration, etc. The hydrophilic surfaces become conducting in the metallic range after the composite formation. MXenes can effectively be mixed with other materials like ceramics, metals, and polymers in the form of nanocomposites to get improved properties suitable for advanced applications. In this paper, we review different properties like electrical and mechanical, including capacitances, dielectric losses, etc., of nanocomposites more than those like Ti3C2Tx/polymer, Ti3C2/UHMWPE, MXene/PVA-KOH, Ti3C2Tx/PVA, etc. along with their applications mainly in energy storing and biomedical fields. Further, we have tried to enlist the MXene-based nanocomposites and compare them with conducting polymers and other nanocomposites. The performance under the NIR absorption seems more effective. The MXene-based nanocomposites are more significant in most cases than other nanocomposites for the antimicrobial agent, anticancer activity, drug delivery, bio-imaging, biosensors, micro-supercapacitors, etc. The limitations of the nanocomposites, along with possible solutions, are mentioned.
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- D. Parajuli
- Research Center for Applied Science and Technology, Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu 44618, Nepal
- Department of Physics, Tri-Chandra Multiple Campus, Ghantaghar, Kathmandu 44605, Nepal
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- Department of Engineering Physics, AUCE, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam 530003, India
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- Department of Physics, Tri-Chandra Multiple Campus, Ghantaghar, Kathmandu 44605, Nepal
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- Department of Physics, College of Science and Technology, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam 530003, India
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- Department of Healthcare Management, Woosong University, Daejeon 34606, Korea
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- Carbon Composite Energy Nanomaterials Research Center, Woosuk University, Wanju, Chonbuk 55338, Korea
- Smart Convergence Life Care Research Institute, Woosuk University, Wanju, Chonbuk 55338, Korea
- Correspondence: (B.P.); (M.P.)
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- Carbon Composite Energy Nanomaterials Research Center, Woosuk University, Wanju, Chonbuk 55338, Korea
- Smart Convergence Life Care Research Institute, Woosuk University, Wanju, Chonbuk 55338, Korea
- Correspondence: (B.P.); (M.P.)
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Anirudh S, Jayalakshmi C, Anand A, Kandasubramanian B, Ismail SO. Epoxy/hollow glass microsphere syntactic foams for structural and functional application-A review. Eur Polym J 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.eurpolymj.2022.111163] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Purabgola A, Mayilswamy N, Kandasubramanian B. Graphene-based TiO 2 composites for photocatalysis & environmental remediation: synthesis and progress. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2022; 29:32305-32325. [PMID: 35137316 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-022-18983-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2021] [Accepted: 01/27/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Photoactive nanomaterials constitute an emerging field in nanotechnology, finding an extensive array of applications spanning diverse areas, including electronics and photovoltaic devices, solar fuel cells, wastewater treatment, etc. Titanium dioxide (TiO2), in its thin-film form, has been exhaustively surveyed as potential photocatalysts for environmental remediation owing to its innocuousness, stability, and photocatalytic characteristics when subjected to ultraviolet (UV) irradiation. However, TiO2 has some shortcomings associated with a large bandgap value of around 3.2 eV, making it less efficient in the visible spectral range. TiO2 is often consolidated with various carbon nanomaterials to overcome this limitation and enhance its efficiency. Graphene, a 2-dimensional allotrope of carbon with a bandgap tuned between 0 and 0.25 eV, exhibits unique properties, making it an attractive candidate to augment the photoactivity of semiconductor (SC) oxides. Encapsulating graphene oxide onto TiO2 nanospheres demonstrates intensified photocatalytic properties and exceptional recyclability for the degeneration of certain dyes, including Rhodamine B. This review encompasses various techniques to synthesize graphene-based TiO2 photoactive composites, emphasizing graphene capsulized hollow titania nanospheres, nanofibers, core/shell, and reduced graphene oxide-TiO2-based nanocomposites. It also consolidates the application of the aforestated nanocomposites for the disintegration of various synthetic dyes, proving efficacious for water decontamination and degradation of chemicals and pharmaceuticals. Furthermore, graphene-based TiO2 nanocomposites used as lithium (Li)-ion batteries manifesting substantial electrochemical performance and solar fuel cells for energy production are discussed here.
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- Anushka Purabgola
- Centre for Converging Technologies, University of Rajasthan, Jaipur, 302004, Rajasthan, India
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- Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DU), Ministry of Defence, Girinagar, Pune, 411025, Maharashtra, India
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- Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DU), Ministry of Defence, Girinagar, Pune, 411025, Maharashtra, India.
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Ezika AC, Sadiku ER, Ray SS, Hamam Y, Folorunso O, Adekoya GJ. Emerging Advancements in Polypyrrole MXene Hybrid Nanoarchitectonics for Capacitive Energy Storage Applications. J Inorg Organomet Polym Mater 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s10904-022-02280-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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Novel hybrid materials based on poly (4,4′-Diaminodiphenyl sulfone) and TiO2 nanoparticles: synthesis, characterization, physical and electrochemical properties. RESEARCH ON CHEMICAL INTERMEDIATES 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s11164-022-04676-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Europium(III) removal from aqueous solution using citric acid modified alkalized Mxene as an adsorbent. J Radioanal Nucl Chem 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s10967-021-08154-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Mayilswamy N, Boney N, Kandasubramanian B. Fabrication and molecular dynamics studies of layer-by-layer polyelectrolytic films. Eur Polym J 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.eurpolymj.2021.110945] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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Pogorielov M, Smyrnova K, Kyrylenko S, Gogotsi O, Zahorodna V, Pogrebnjak A. MXenes-A New Class of Two-Dimensional Materials: Structure, Properties and Potential Applications. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2021; 11:3412. [PMID: 34947759 PMCID: PMC8706983 DOI: 10.3390/nano11123412] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2021] [Revised: 12/08/2021] [Accepted: 12/14/2021] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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A new class of two-dimensional nanomaterials, MXenes, which are carbides/nitrides/carbonitrides of transition and refractory metals, has been critically analyzed. Since the synthesis of the first family member in 2011 by Yury Gogotsi and colleagues, MXenes have quickly become attractive for a variety of research fields due to their exceptional properties. Despite the fact that this new family of 2D materials was discovered only about ten years ago, the number of scientific publications related to MXene almost doubles every year. Thus, in 2021 alone, more than 2000 papers are expected to be published, which indicates the relevance and prospects of MXenes. The current paper critically analyzes the structural features, properties, and methods of synthesis of MXenes based on recent available research data. We demonstrate the recent trends of MXene applications in various fields, such as environmental pollution removal and water desalination, energy storage and harvesting, quantum dots, sensors, electrodes, and optical devices. We focus on the most important medical applications: photo-thermal cancer therapy, diagnostics, and antibacterial treatment. The first results on obtaining and studying the structure of high-entropy MXenes are also presented.
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- Maksym Pogorielov
- Department of Nanoelectronics and Surface Modification, Faculty of Electronics and Information Technology, Sumy State University, 40007 Sumy, Ukraine; (K.S.); (S.K.); (A.P.)
- Institute of Atomic Physics and Spectroscopy, University of Latvia, LV 1586 Riga, Latvia
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- Department of Nanoelectronics and Surface Modification, Faculty of Electronics and Information Technology, Sumy State University, 40007 Sumy, Ukraine; (K.S.); (S.K.); (A.P.)
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- Department of Nanoelectronics and Surface Modification, Faculty of Electronics and Information Technology, Sumy State University, 40007 Sumy, Ukraine; (K.S.); (S.K.); (A.P.)
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- Materials Research Centre, 03142 Kyiv, Ukraine; (O.G.); (V.Z.)
- CARBON-UKRAINE Ltd., 03680 Kyiv, Ukraine
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- Materials Research Centre, 03142 Kyiv, Ukraine; (O.G.); (V.Z.)
- CARBON-UKRAINE Ltd., 03680 Kyiv, Ukraine
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- Department of Nanoelectronics and Surface Modification, Faculty of Electronics and Information Technology, Sumy State University, 40007 Sumy, Ukraine; (K.S.); (S.K.); (A.P.)
- Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Biology and Biotechnology, Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Almaty 050040, Kazakhstan
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Yu LP, Zhou XH, Lu L, Xu L, Wang FJ. MXene/Carbon Nanotube Hybrids: Synthesis, Structures, Properties, and Applications. CHEMSUSCHEM 2021; 14:5079-5111. [PMID: 34570428 DOI: 10.1002/cssc.202101614] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2021] [Revised: 09/25/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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Since the successful preparation of few-layer transition metal carbides from three-dimensional MAX phases in 2011, MXenes (known as a family of layered transition metal carbides, nitrides, and carbonitrides) have been intensively studied. Though MXenes have been adopted as active materials in many applications, issues including aggregation and restacking are likely to hamper their potential applications. In order to address these prevailing challenges, the concept of MXene/carbon nanotube (CNT) hybrids was proposed initially in 2015, where CNTs were incorporated as the spacers and conductive additives. Ever since, MXene/CNT hybrids with different architectures have been synthesized by a number of methods and applied in numerous fields. Herein, after the discussion about general synthesis approaches, architectures, and properties of the hybrids, this Review summarized the recent advances in the application of MXene/CNT hybrids in energy storage devices, sensors, electrocatalysis, electromagnetic interference shielding, and water treatment, in which the function of individual components was clarified. In the end, the current research trend in this field were discussed and several technical issues were highlighted along with some suggestions on future research directions.
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- Le Ping Yu
- Institute of Automotive Technology, Wuxi Vocational Institute of Commerce, Wuxi, Jiangsu, 214153, P. R. China
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- Institute of Automotive Technology, Wuxi Vocational Institute of Commerce, Wuxi, Jiangsu, 214153, P. R. China
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- Institute of Automotive Technology, Wuxi Vocational Institute of Commerce, Wuxi, Jiangsu, 214153, P. R. China
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- Institute of Automotive Technology, Wuxi Vocational Institute of Commerce, Wuxi, Jiangsu, 214153, P. R. China
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- Institute of Automotive Technology, Wuxi Vocational Institute of Commerce, Wuxi, Jiangsu, 214153, P. R. China
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Peng W, Sun F, Liang Y, Kang J, Chen J, Wang W, Cao Y, Xiang M. Exploring the Effects of MXene on Nonisothermal Crystallization and Melting Behavior of β-Nucleated Isotactic Polypropylene. Polymers (Basel) 2021; 13:3815. [PMID: 34771377 PMCID: PMC8587744 DOI: 10.3390/polym13213815] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/15/2021] [Revised: 10/27/2021] [Accepted: 11/01/2021] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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In this study, one of the commonly used MXene (Ti3C2Tx) and β nucleated isotactic polypropylene (β-iPP)/MXene composites of different compositions were fabricated. The effects of MXene on non-isothermal crystallization and polymorphic behavior of β-iPP/MXene composites were comparatively studied. The non-isothermal crystallization kinetics indicates that for all samples, the lower cooling rates promote composites to crystallize at higher temperatures. When MXene and β-Nucleating agent (β-NA) are added separately, the crystallization temperature of composites shifts towards higher temperatures at all cooling rates. When MXene and β-NA are added simultaneously, the composite shows different cooling rate dependence, and the effects of improving crystallization temperatures is more obvious under rapid cooling. The activation energy of four samples iPP, iPP/MXene, iPP/β-NA, and iPP/MXene/β-NA were -167.5, -185.5, -233.8, and -218.1 kJ/mol respectively, which agree with the variation tendency of crystallization temperatures. The polymorphic behavior analysis obtained from Differential Scanning calorimetry (DSC) is affected by two factors: the ability to form β-crystals and the thermal stability of β-crystals. Because β-crystals tend to recrystallize to α-crystals below a critical temperature, to eliminate the effect of β-α recrystallization, the melting curves at end temperatures Tend = 50 °C and Tend = 100 °C are comparatively studied. The results show that more thermally unstable β-crystals would participate in β-α recrystallization with higher cooling rates. Moreover, thermal stability of β-crystals is improved by adding MXene. To further verify these findings, samples of three different thermal conditions were synthesized and analyzed by DSC, X-Ray Diffraction (XRD), and Polarized Light Optical Microscopy (PLOM), and the results were consistent with the above findings. New understandings of synthesizing β-iPP/MXene composites with adjustable morphologies and polymorphic behavior were proposed.
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- Wanxin Peng
- State Key Laboratory of Polymer Materials Engineering, Polymer Research Institute of Sichuan University, Chengdu 610065, China; (W.P.); (Y.L.); (J.K.); (Y.C.); (M.X.)
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- Science and Technology on Advanced Functional Composites Laboratory, Aerospace Research Institute of Materials and Processing Technology, Beijing 100076, China;
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- State Key Laboratory of Polymer Materials Engineering, Polymer Research Institute of Sichuan University, Chengdu 610065, China; (W.P.); (Y.L.); (J.K.); (Y.C.); (M.X.)
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- State Key Laboratory of Polymer Materials Engineering, Polymer Research Institute of Sichuan University, Chengdu 610065, China; (W.P.); (Y.L.); (J.K.); (Y.C.); (M.X.)
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- State Key Laboratory of Polymer Materials Engineering, Polymer Research Institute of Sichuan University, Chengdu 610065, China; (W.P.); (Y.L.); (J.K.); (Y.C.); (M.X.)
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- Science and Technology on Advanced Functional Composites Laboratory, Aerospace Research Institute of Materials and Processing Technology, Beijing 100076, China;
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- State Key Laboratory of Polymer Materials Engineering, Polymer Research Institute of Sichuan University, Chengdu 610065, China; (W.P.); (Y.L.); (J.K.); (Y.C.); (M.X.)
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- State Key Laboratory of Polymer Materials Engineering, Polymer Research Institute of Sichuan University, Chengdu 610065, China; (W.P.); (Y.L.); (J.K.); (Y.C.); (M.X.)
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Properties of S-Functionalized Nitrogen-Based MXene (Ti 2NS 2) as a Hosting Material for Lithium-Sulfur Batteries. NANOMATERIALS 2021; 11:nano11102478. [PMID: 34684918 PMCID: PMC8537390 DOI: 10.3390/nano11102478] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2021] [Revised: 09/11/2021] [Accepted: 09/16/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Lithium-sulfur (Li-S) batteries have received extensive attention due to their high theoretical specific capacity and theoretical energy density. However, their commercialization is hindered by the shuttle effect caused by the dissolution of lithium polysulfide. To solve this problem, a method is proposed to improve the performance of Li-S batteries using Ti2N(Ti2NS2) with S-functional groups as the sulfur cathode host material. The calculation results show that due to the mutual attraction between Li and S atoms, Ti2NS2 has the moderate adsorption energies for Li2Sx species, which is more advantageous than Ti2NO2 and can effectively inhibit the shuttle effect. Therefore, Ti2NS2 is a potential cathode host material, which is helpful to improve the performance of Li-S batteries. This work provides a reference for the design of high-performance sulfur cathode materials.
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He Z, Xie H, Wu H, Chen J, Ma S, Duan X, Chen A, Kong Z. Recent Advances in MXene/Polyaniline-Based Composites for Electrochemical Devices and Electromagnetic Interference Shielding Applications. ACS OMEGA 2021; 6:22468-22477. [PMID: 34514219 PMCID: PMC8427631 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.1c02996] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2021] [Accepted: 08/12/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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Due to serious global warming and environmental issues, the demand for clean and sustainable energy storage devices is significantly increased. Often accompanied by rapid growth of portable electronic vehicles and devices, massive electromagnetic wave pollution becomes unavoidable. To mitigate the above two issues, this mini-review summaries preparation methods and recent developments of MXene/polyaniline-based composites for their applications in electrochemical devices and electromagnetic interference shielding. Based on excellent synergistic effects between single compounds and designed hierarchical structures, MXene/polyaniline-based composites usually exhibit enhanced physical and chemical properties, showing great potentials in sustainable electrochemical properties and electromagnetic wave protections for human health as well as normal operation of precise electronic devices.
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- Zhiwei He
- Center
for Advanced Optoelectronic Materials, Key Laboratory of Novel Materials
for Sensor of Zhejiang Province, College of Materials and Environmental
Engineering, Hangzhou Dianzi University, Hangzhou 310018, China
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- School
of Electronics Information, Hangzhou Dianzi
University, Hangzhou 310018, China
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- School
of Mechanical Engineering, Hangzhou Dianzi
University, Hangzhou 310018, China
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- Center
for Advanced Optoelectronic Materials, Key Laboratory of Novel Materials
for Sensor of Zhejiang Province, College of Materials and Environmental
Engineering, Hangzhou Dianzi University, Hangzhou 310018, China
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- Center
for Advanced Optoelectronic Materials, Key Laboratory of Novel Materials
for Sensor of Zhejiang Province, College of Materials and Environmental
Engineering, Hangzhou Dianzi University, Hangzhou 310018, China
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- Center
for Advanced Optoelectronic Materials, Key Laboratory of Novel Materials
for Sensor of Zhejiang Province, College of Materials and Environmental
Engineering, Hangzhou Dianzi University, Hangzhou 310018, China
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- Center
for Advanced Optoelectronic Materials, Key Laboratory of Novel Materials
for Sensor of Zhejiang Province, College of Materials and Environmental
Engineering, Hangzhou Dianzi University, Hangzhou 310018, China
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- Center
for Advanced Optoelectronic Materials, Key Laboratory of Novel Materials
for Sensor of Zhejiang Province, College of Materials and Environmental
Engineering, Hangzhou Dianzi University, Hangzhou 310018, China
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Sharma D, Satapathy BK. Polymer Substrate-Based Transition Metal Modified Electrospun Nanofibrous Materials: Current Trends in Functional Applications and Challenges. POLYM REV 2021. [DOI: 10.1080/15583724.2021.1972006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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- Deepika Sharma
- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, New Delhi, India
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Shah SAA, Sayyad MH, Khan K, Sun J, Guo Z. Application of MXenes in Perovskite Solar Cells: A Short Review. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2021; 11:2151. [PMID: 34443979 PMCID: PMC8401012 DOI: 10.3390/nano11082151] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/16/2021] [Revised: 08/12/2021] [Accepted: 08/21/2021] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Application of MXene materials in perovskite solar cells (PSCs) has attracted considerable attention owing to their supreme electrical conductivity, excellent carrier mobility, adjustable surface functional groups, excellent transparency and superior mechanical properties. This article reviews the progress made so far in using Ti3C2Tx MXene materials in the building blocks of perovskite solar cells such as electrodes, hole transport layer (HTL), electron transport layer (ETL) and perovskite photoactive layer. Moreover, we provide an outlook on the exciting opportunities this recently developed field offers, and the challenges faced in effectively incorporating MXene materials in the building blocks of PSCs for better operational stability and enhanced performance.
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- Syed Afaq Ali Shah
- School of Electrical Engineering & Intelligentization, Dongguan University of Technology, Dongguan 523808, China; (S.A.A.S.); (K.K.); (J.S.)
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- Advanced Photovoltaic Research Labs (APRL), Faculty of Engineering Sciences, Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute of Engineering Sciences and Technology, Topi, District Swabi, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa 23640, Pakistan;
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- School of Electrical Engineering & Intelligentization, Dongguan University of Technology, Dongguan 523808, China; (S.A.A.S.); (K.K.); (J.S.)
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- School of Electrical Engineering & Intelligentization, Dongguan University of Technology, Dongguan 523808, China; (S.A.A.S.); (K.K.); (J.S.)
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- School of Electrical Engineering & Intelligentization, Dongguan University of Technology, Dongguan 523808, China; (S.A.A.S.); (K.K.); (J.S.)
- School of Computer and Information, Hefei University of Technology, Hefei 230009, China
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Peng W, Hu R, Jiang W, Kang J, Li J, Cao Y, Xiang M. Effects of MXene on Nonisothermal Crystallization Kinetics of Isotactic Polypropylene. ACS OMEGA 2021; 6:19973-19982. [PMID: 34368584 PMCID: PMC8340379 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.1c02970] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/06/2021] [Accepted: 07/14/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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MXenes, a family of two-dimensional transition-metal carbides/nitrides, have attracted great attention and shown promising application in polymer composites. In this study, a typical MXene Ti3C2T x was prepared by selective etching. The structure and morphology of Ti3C2T x were studied by X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy, and transmission electron microscopy, and the results proved that Ti3C2T x was successively fabricated. Then, Ti3C2T x /isotactic polypropylene composites with different Ti3C2T x dosages were fabricated, and the nonisothermal crystallization kinetics and melting behavior of the composites were investigated. The results indicated that when a small amount of Ti3C2T x was added, the crystallization parameters including the crystallization peak temperature and the crystallization rate increased, suggesting that crystallization was promoted. When the weight percentage of Ti3C2T x exceeded 1%, the crystallization parameters showed a reverse trend, suggesting that crystallization was hindered. The activation energy of composites with 0, 0.25, 0.5, and 1 wt % Ti3C2T x were calculated to be -164.5, -196.5, -193.8, and -147.95 kJ/mol, respectively, revealing that the crystallization of composites is concentration-dependent. The impact of Ti3C2T x dosage on the crystalline structure of the composites was studied using XRD. The related mechanism was proposed.
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- Wanxin Peng
- State
Key Laboratory of Polymer Materials Engineering, Polymer Research Institute of Sichuan University, No. 24 South Section 1, Yihuan Road, 610065 Chengdu, China
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- State
Key Laboratory of Polymer Materials Engineering, Polymer Research Institute of Sichuan University, No. 24 South Section 1, Yihuan Road, 610065 Chengdu, China
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- State
Key Laboratory of Polymer Materials Engineering, Polymer Research Institute of Sichuan University, No. 24 South Section 1, Yihuan Road, 610065 Chengdu, China
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- State
Key Laboratory of Polymer Materials Engineering, Polymer Research Institute of Sichuan University, No. 24 South Section 1, Yihuan Road, 610065 Chengdu, China
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- Office
of Scientific Research Development, Sichuan
University, No. 24 South Section 1, Yihuan Road, 610065 Chengdu, China
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- State
Key Laboratory of Polymer Materials Engineering, Polymer Research Institute of Sichuan University, No. 24 South Section 1, Yihuan Road, 610065 Chengdu, China
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- State
Key Laboratory of Polymer Materials Engineering, Polymer Research Institute of Sichuan University, No. 24 South Section 1, Yihuan Road, 610065 Chengdu, China
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Suraj Belgaonkar M, Kandasubramanian B. Hyperbranched Polymer-based Nanocomposites: Synthesis, Progress, and Applications. Eur Polym J 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.eurpolymj.2021.110301] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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Ismail AS, Tawfik SM, Mady AH, Lee YI. Preparation, Properties, and Microbial Impact of Tungsten (VI) Oxide and Zinc (II) Oxide Nanoparticles Enriched Polyethylene Sebacate Nanocomposites. Polymers (Basel) 2021; 13:polym13050718. [PMID: 33652902 PMCID: PMC7956248 DOI: 10.3390/polym13050718] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/30/2020] [Revised: 02/21/2021] [Accepted: 02/22/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Nanoparticles of tungsten oxide (WO3) and zinc oxide (ZnO) enriched polyethylene sebacate (PES) nanocomposites were prepared through the coprecipitation process and condensation polymerization reaction. The obtained nano-sized particles of WO3 and ZnO, PES, and nanocomposites (WO3-PES NC and ZnO-PES NC) were investigated. The average molecular weight of the cured PES was measured by employing the gel permeation chromatography (GPC) technique. Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and X-ray diffraction (XRD) spectra assured the formation of the polymeric nanocomposites.WO3 and ZnO nanoparticles supposed a condensed porous spherical phase found implanted in the polymer structure, as detected by scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM) methods. These nano-scale systems achieved an electrical activity based on the conductive nanoparticles embedded matrix as a result of the ion-ion interactions. The microbial influence of the nanocomposites was examined against pathogenic bacteria; Pseudomonas aeruginosa,Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, and Bacillus subtilis, and Fungi; Aspergillus niger, and Candidaalbicans. Results exhibited that these nanocomposites have antimicrobial effects from moderate to slightly high on bacteria and high on fungi which was confirmed by a clear zone of inhibition. This study contributes to the design of reasonable composites to be under evaluation for their catalytic effect.
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- Amr S. Ismail
- Petrochemicals Department, Egyptian Petroleum Research Institute (EPRI), Nasr City 11727, Cairo, Egypt; (S.M.T.); (A.H.M.)
- Correspondence: (A.S.I.); (Y.-I.L.)
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- Petrochemicals Department, Egyptian Petroleum Research Institute (EPRI), Nasr City 11727, Cairo, Egypt; (S.M.T.); (A.H.M.)
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- Petrochemicals Department, Egyptian Petroleum Research Institute (EPRI), Nasr City 11727, Cairo, Egypt; (S.M.T.); (A.H.M.)
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- Department of Chemistry, Changwon National University (CNU), Changwon 51140, Korea
- Correspondence: (A.S.I.); (Y.-I.L.)
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Malaki M, Varma RS. Mechanotribological Aspects of MXene-Reinforced Nanocomposites. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2020; 32:e2003154. [PMID: 32779252 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202003154] [Citation(s) in RCA: 59] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2020] [Revised: 06/10/2020] [Indexed: 05/15/2023]
Abstract
MXenes are recently discovered 2D nanomaterial with superior mechanical, thermal, and tribological properties, being commonly employed in a wide variety of critical research areas, ranging from cancer therapy to energy and environmental applications. Due to their special properties, such as mechanoceramic nature with excellent mechanical performance, thermal stability and rich surface properties, MXenes have tremendous potential as advanced composite structures, especially those based on polymers due to a great affinity between macromolecules and the terminating groups of 2D MXenes. MXenes have been extensively explored in metal matrix nanocomposites as well as in solid- or liquid-based lubrication systems owing to the 2D structure and antifriction characteristics. The purpose of the this paper is to provide a comprehensive insight into the material, mechanical, and tribological properties of the MXene nanolayers with discussions on the recent advancements attained from MXene-reinforced nanocomposites starting with the synthesis, fabrication techniques, intricacies of the underlying physics and mechanisms, and finally focusing on the progress in computational studies. This analysis of MXene-based composites will stimulate an emerging field with innumerable opportunities and ample potentials to produce newfangled materials and structures with targeted properties.
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- Massoud Malaki
- Mechanical Engineering Department, Isfahan University of Technology, Daneshgah e Sanati Hwy, Khomeyni Shahr, Isfahan, 84156-83111, Iran
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- Regional Centre of Advanced Technologies and Materials, Palacký University in Olomouc, Šlechtitelů 27, Olomouc, 783 71, Czech Republic
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Nayana V, Kandasubramanian B. Polycarbazole and its derivatives: progress, synthesis, and applications. JOURNAL OF POLYMER RESEARCH 2020. [DOI: 10.1007/s10965-020-02254-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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Nour-Eldeen G, Abdel-Rasheed M, El-Rafei AM, Azmy O, El-Bassyouni GT. Adipose tissue-derived mesenchymal stem cells and chitosan/poly (vinyl alcohol) nanofibrous scaffolds for cartilage tissue engineering. CELL REGENERATION (LONDON, ENGLAND) 2020; 9:7. [PMID: 32588202 PMCID: PMC7306832 DOI: 10.1186/s13619-020-00045-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/31/2019] [Accepted: 03/27/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Osteoarthritis (OA) has been defined as a chronic inflammatory joint disease characterized by progressive articular cartilage degeneration. Recently growing interest in regenerative medicine, using cell therapy and tissue engineering, where cellular components in combination with engineered scaffolds and bioactive materials were used to induce functional tissue regeneration. In the present study, nanofibrous scaffold based on chitosan (CS)/poly (vinyl alcohol) (PVA) were used to develop biologically functionalized biomaterial to mimic the extracellular matrix, allowing the human adipose tissue derived mesenchymal stem cells (ADSCs) to proliferate and differentiate to chondrogenic cells. The morphology of the nanofibrous mat was examined using field emission scanning electron microscope (FE/SEM). The characteristic functional groups and the nature of the chemical bonds between atoms were evaluated using Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) spectrum. Characterization of the seeded cells was morphologically evaluated by scanning electron microscopy and by flow cytometry for the expression of the stem cell surface markers. The differentiation potential was verified after chondrogenic induction by analyzing the expression of chondrogenic marker genes using real-time (RT PCR). Current study suggest significant potential for the use of ADSCs with the nanofibrous scaffolds in improving the osteoarthritis pathology.
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- Ghada Nour-Eldeen
- Molecular Genetics and Enzymology Department, National Research Centre, Dokki, Cairo, 12622, Egypt.,Stem Cell Research group, Medical Research Centre of Excellence, National Research Centre, Cairo, 12622, Egypt
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- Stem Cell Research group, Medical Research Centre of Excellence, National Research Centre, Cairo, 12622, Egypt. .,Reproductive Health Research Department, National Research Centre, 33 El-Buhouth St, Dokki, Cairo, 12622, Egypt.
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- Refractories, Ceramics and Building Materials Department, National Research Centre, Dokki, Cairo, 12622, Egypt
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- Stem Cell Research group, Medical Research Centre of Excellence, National Research Centre, Cairo, 12622, Egypt.,Reproductive Health Research Department, National Research Centre, 33 El-Buhouth St, Dokki, Cairo, 12622, Egypt
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- Refractories, Ceramics and Building Materials Department, National Research Centre, Dokki, Cairo, 12622, Egypt
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