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Wang Y, Ying Z, Gao Y, Shi L. Layered Double Hydroxide Nanosheets: Synthesis Strategies and Applications in the Field of Energy Conversion. Chemistry 2024; 30:e202303025. [PMID: 37902103 DOI: 10.1002/chem.202303025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/17/2023] [Revised: 10/24/2023] [Accepted: 10/25/2023] [Indexed: 10/31/2023]
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In recent years, layered double hydroxides (LDH) nanosheets have garnered substantial attention as intriguing inorganic anionic layered clay materials. These nanosheets have captured the attention of researchers due to their unique physicochemical properties. This review aims to showcase the latest advancements in laboratory research concerning LDH nanosheets, with a specific emphasis on their methods of preparation. This review provides detailed insights into the factors influencing the anionic conductivity of LDH, along with delineating the applications of LDH nanosheets in the realm of energy conversion. Notably, the review highlights the crucial role of LDH nanosheets in the oxygen evolution reaction (OER), a vital process in water splitting and diverse electrochemical applications. The review emphasizes the significant potential of LDH nanosheets in enhancing supercapacitor technology, owing to their high surface area and exceptional charge storage capacity. Additionally, it elucidates the prospective application of LDH nanosheets as anion exchange membranes in anion exchange membrane fuel cells, potentially revolutionizing fuel cell performance through improved efficiency and stability facilitated by enhanced ion transport properties.
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- Yindong Wang
- Center of Nanomaterials for Renewable Energy (CNRE), School of Electrical Engineering State Key Laboratory of Electrical Insulation and Power Equipment, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710049, P. R. China
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- Center of Nanomaterials for Renewable Energy (CNRE), School of Electrical Engineering State Key Laboratory of Electrical Insulation and Power Equipment, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710049, P. R. China
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- Center of Nanomaterials for Renewable Energy (CNRE), School of Electrical Engineering State Key Laboratory of Electrical Insulation and Power Equipment, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710049, P. R. China
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- Center of Nanomaterials for Renewable Energy (CNRE), School of Electrical Engineering State Key Laboratory of Electrical Insulation and Power Equipment, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710049, P. R. China
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Marinov AD, Bravo Priegue L, Shah AR, Miller TS, Howard CA, Hinds G, Shearing PR, Cullen PL, Brett DJL. Ex Situ Characterization of 1T/2H MoS 2 and Their Carbon Composites for Energy Applications, a Review. ACS Nano 2023; 17:5163-5186. [PMID: 36926849 PMCID: PMC10062033 DOI: 10.1021/acsnano.2c08913] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/06/2022] [Accepted: 02/03/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
Abstract
The growing interest in the development of next-generation net zero energy systems has led to the expansion of molybdenum disulfide (MoS2) research in this area. This activity has resulted in a wide range of manufacturing/synthesis methods, controllable morphologies, diverse carbonaceous composite structures, a multitude of applicable characterization techniques, and multiple energy applications for MoS2. To assess the literature trends, 37,347 MoS2 research articles from Web of Science were text scanned to classify articles according to energy application research and characterization techniques employed. Within the review, characterization techniques are grouped under the following categories: morphology, crystal structure, composition, and chemistry. The most common characterization techniques identified through text scanning are recommended as the base fingerprint for MoS2 samples. These include: scanning electron microscopy (SEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), and Raman spectroscopy. Similarly, XPS and Raman spectroscopy are suggested for 2H or 1T MoS2 phase confirmation. We provide guidance on the collection and presentation of MoS2 characterization data. This includes how to effectively combine multiple characterization techniques, considering the sample area probed by each technique and their statistical significance, and the benefit of using reference samples. For ease of access for future experimental comparison, key numeric MoS2 characterization values are tabulated and major literature discrepancies or currently debated characterization disputes are highlighted.
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- Alexandar D Marinov
- Electrochemical Innovation Laboratory (EIL), Department of Chemical Engineering, University College London (UCL), Gower Street, London WC1E 6BT, U.K
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- Electrochemical Innovation Laboratory (EIL), Department of Chemical Engineering, University College London (UCL), Gower Street, London WC1E 6BT, U.K
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- Electrochemical Innovation Laboratory (EIL), Department of Chemical Engineering, University College London (UCL), Gower Street, London WC1E 6BT, U.K
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- Department of Physics & Astronomy, University College London (UCL), Gower Street, London WC1E 6BT, U.K
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- National Physical Laboratory, Hampton Road, Teddington TW11 0LW, U.K
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- Electrochemical Innovation Laboratory (EIL), Department of Chemical Engineering, University College London (UCL), Gower Street, London WC1E 6BT, U.K
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- School of Engineering and Materials Science, Queen Mary University of London, Mile End Road, London E1 4NS, U.K
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- Electrochemical Innovation Laboratory (EIL), Department of Chemical Engineering, University College London (UCL), Gower Street, London WC1E 6BT, U.K
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Chithra KR, Rao SM, Varsha MV, Nageswaran G. Bimetallic Metal-Organic Frameworks (BMOF) and BMOF- Incorporated Membranes for Energy and Environmental Applications. Chempluschem 2023; 88:e202200420. [PMID: 36795938 DOI: 10.1002/cplu.202200420] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2022] [Revised: 01/24/2023] [Accepted: 02/13/2023] [Indexed: 02/18/2023]
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Bimetallic metal organic frameworks (BMOFs) are a class of crystalline solids and their structure comprises two metal ions in the lattice. BMOFs show a synergistic effect of two metal centres and enhanced properties compared to MOFs. By controlling the composition and relative distribution of two metal ions in the lattice the structure, morphology, and topology of BMOFs could be regulated resulting in an improvement in the tunability of pore structure, activity, and selectivity. Thus, developing BMOFs and BMOF incorporated membranes for applications such as adsorption, separation, catalysis, and sensing is a promising strategy to mitigate environmental pollution and address the looming energy crisis. Herein we present an overview of recent advancements in the area of BMOFs and a comprehensive review of BMOF incorporated membranes reported to date. The scope, challenges as well as future perspectives for BMOFs and BMOF incorporated membranes are presented.
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- K R Chithra
- Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology Valiyamala, Thiruvanthapuram, Kerala, India
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- Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology Valiyamala, Thiruvanthapuram, Kerala, India
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- Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology Valiyamala, Thiruvanthapuram, Kerala, India
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- Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology Valiyamala, Thiruvanthapuram, Kerala, India
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Kartika Sari A, Mohamad Yunus R, Majlan EH, Loh KS, Wong WY, Saidin NU, Alva S, Khaerudini DS. Nata de Cassava Type of Bacterial Cellulose Doped with Phosphoric Acid as a Proton Exchange Membrane. Membranes (Basel) 2022; 13:43. [PMID: 36676850 PMCID: PMC9865088 DOI: 10.3390/membranes13010043] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2022] [Revised: 12/10/2022] [Accepted: 12/18/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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This work aims to encourage the use of natural materials for advanced energy applications, such as proton exchange membranes in fuel cells. Herein, a new conductive membrane produced from cassava liquid waste was used to overcome environmental pollution and the global crisis of energy. The membrane was phosphorylated through a microwave-assisted method with different phosphoric acid, (H3PO4) concentrations (10-60 mmol). Scanning electron microscopy (SEM), X-ray diffraction analysis (XRD), dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA), swelling behavior test, and contact angle measurement were carried out on the membrane doped with different H3PO4 levels. The phosphorylated NdC (nata de cassava) membrane doped with 20 mmol (NdC20) H3PO4 was successfully modified and significantly achieved proton conductivity (maximum conductivity up to 7.9 × 10-2 S cm-1 at 80 °C). In addition, the fabricated MEA was assembled using an NdC20 membrane with 60 wt% Pt/C loading of 0.5 mg cm-2 for the anode and cathode. Results revealed that a high power density of 25 mW cm-2 was obtained at 40 °C operating temperature for a single-cell performance test. Thus, this membrane has the potential to be used as a proton exchange membrane because it is environment-friendly and inexpensive for fuel cell applications.
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- Andarany Kartika Sari
- Fuel Cell Institute, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bangi 43600, Selangor, Malaysia
- Engineering Faculty, Universitas Mercu Buana, South Meruya No. 1 Kembangan, West Jakarta 11650, Indonesia
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- Fuel Cell Institute, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bangi 43600, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Fuel Cell Institute, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bangi 43600, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Fuel Cell Institute, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bangi 43600, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Fuel Cell Institute, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bangi 43600, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Fuel Cell Institute, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bangi 43600, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Engineering Faculty, Universitas Mercu Buana, South Meruya No. 1 Kembangan, West Jakarta 11650, Indonesia
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- Research Center for Advanced Materials, National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), Kawasan Puspitek Serpong, South Tangerang 15314, Indonesia
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Lander L, Cleaver T, Rajaeifar MA, Nguyen-Tien V, Elliott RJR, Heidrich O, Kendrick E, Edge JS, Offer G. Financial viability of electric vehicle lithium-ion battery recycling. iScience 2021; 24:102787. [PMID: 34308293 PMCID: PMC8283134 DOI: 10.1016/j.isci.2021.102787] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2021] [Revised: 03/12/2021] [Accepted: 06/22/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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Economically viable electric vehicle lithium-ion battery recycling is increasingly needed; however routes to profitability are still unclear. We present a comprehensive, holistic techno-economic model as a framework to directly compare recycling locations and processes, providing a key tool for recycling cost optimization in an international battery recycling economy. We show that recycling can be economically viable, with cost/profit ranging from (−21.43 - +21.91) $·kWh−1 but strongly depends on transport distances, wages, pack design and recycling method. Comparing commercial battery packs, the Tesla Model S emerges as the most profitable, having low disassembly costs and high revenues for its cobalt. In-country recycling is suggested, to lower emissions and transportation costs and secure the materials supply chain. Our model thus enables identification of strategies for recycling profitability. Comprehensive techno-economic cost model for electric vehicle battery recycling Net recycling profits for recycling in Asia, Europe, and the US are compared Reducing transportation and disassembly costs is crucial for a profitable process Economies of scale and battery materials are decisive for recycling profits
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- Laura Lander
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Imperial College London, London, UK.,The Faraday Institution, Quad One, Becquerel Avenue, Harwell Campus, Didcot, UK
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- Cognition Energy Ltd, 30 Upper High Street, Thame, Oxfordshire, UK
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- School of Engineering, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK.,Faraday Institution, ReLiB Project, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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- The Department of Economics, JG Smith Building, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK.,Faraday Institution, ReLiB Project, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK
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- The Department of Economics, JG Smith Building, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK.,Faraday Institution, ReLiB Project, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK
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- Tyndall Centre for Climate Change Research, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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- Faraday Institution, ReLiB Project, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK.,Birmingham Centre for Strategic Elements and Critical Materials, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK.,School of Metallurgy and Materials, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Imperial College London, London, UK.,The Faraday Institution, Quad One, Becquerel Avenue, Harwell Campus, Didcot, UK
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Imperial College London, London, UK.,The Faraday Institution, Quad One, Becquerel Avenue, Harwell Campus, Didcot, UK
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Wu S, Mo J, Zeng Y, Wang Y, Rawal A, Scott J, Su Z, Ren W, Chen S, Wang K, Chen W, Zhang Y, Zhao C, Chen X. Shock Exfoliation of Graphene Fluoride in Microwave. Small 2020; 16:e1903397. [PMID: 31496028 DOI: 10.1002/smll.201903397] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2019] [Revised: 08/17/2019] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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An unprecedented microwave-based strategy is developed to facilitate solid-phase, instantaneous delamination and decomposition of graphite fluoride (GF) into few-layer, partially fluorinated graphene. The shock reaction occurs (and completes in few seconds) under microwave irradiation upon exposing GF to either "microwave-induced plasma" generated in vacuum or "catalyst effect" caused by intense sparking of graphite at ambient conditions. A detailed analysis of the structural and compositional transformations in these processes indicates that the GF experiences considerable exfoliation and defluorination, during which sp2 -bonded carbon is partially recovered despite significant structural defects being introduced. The exfoliated fluorinated graphene shows excellent electrochemical performance as anode materials in potassium ion batteries and as catalysts for the conversion of O2 to H2 O2 . This simple and scalable method requires minimal energy input and does not involve the use of other chemicals, which is attractive for extensive research in fluorine-containing graphene and its derivatives in laboratories and industrial applications.
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- Sicheng Wu
- School of Chemistry, University of New South Wales, Sydney, New South Wales, 2052, Australia
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- Clinical Research Center for Neurological Diseases of Guangxi Province, The Affiliated Hospital of Guilin Medical University, Guilin, 541001, China
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- School of Chemistry, University of New South Wales, Sydney, New South Wales, 2052, Australia
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- School of Chemistry, University of New South Wales, Sydney, New South Wales, 2052, Australia
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- Mark Wainwright Analytical Centre, University of New South Wales, Sydney, New South Wales, 2052, Australia
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- Particles and Catalysis Research Group, School of Chemical Engineering, University of New South Wales, Sydney, New South Wales, 2052, Australia
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- School of Chemistry, University of New South Wales, Sydney, New South Wales, 2052, Australia
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- School of Chemistry, University of New South Wales, Sydney, New South Wales, 2052, Australia
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- School of Chemistry, University of New South Wales, Sydney, New South Wales, 2052, Australia
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- Clinical Research Center for Neurological Diseases of Guangxi Province, The Affiliated Hospital of Guilin Medical University, Guilin, 541001, China
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- Clinical Research Center for Neurological Diseases of Guangxi Province, The Affiliated Hospital of Guilin Medical University, Guilin, 541001, China
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- Institute of New Energy and Low-Carbon Technology (INELT), Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610064, China
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- School of Chemistry, University of New South Wales, Sydney, New South Wales, 2052, Australia
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- School of Chemistry, University of New South Wales, Sydney, New South Wales, 2052, Australia
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M Brooks R, Maafa IM, M Al-Enizi A, M El-Halwany M, Ubaidullah M, Yousef A. Electrospun Bimetallic NiCr Nanoparticles@Carbon Nanofibers as an Efficient Catalyst for Hydrogen Generation from Ammonia Borane. Nanomaterials (Basel) 2019; 9:nano9081082. [PMID: 31357675 PMCID: PMC6722662 DOI: 10.3390/nano9081082] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/24/2019] [Revised: 07/20/2019] [Accepted: 07/23/2019] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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In this study, we report on the fabrication and utilization of NiCr alloy nanoparticles (NPs)-decorated carbon nanofibers (CNFs) as efficient and competent non-precious catalysts for the hydrolytic dehydrogenation of ammonia borane (AB) at 25 ± 2 °C. The introduced NFs have been fabricated in one step using a high-temperature thermal decomposition of the prepared electrospun nanofiber mats (nickel acetate tetrahydrate, chromium acetate dimer, and polyvinyl alcohol) in an inert atmosphere. The chemical composition of the NFs with different proportions of Ni1−xCrx (x = 0.0, 0.1, 0.15, 0.2, 0.25, 0.3) was established via standard characterization techniques. These techniques proved the formation of disorder Cr2Ni3 alloy and carbon for all the formulations. The as-synthesized composite NFs exhibited a higher catalytic performance for AB dehydrogenation than that of Cr-free Ni–CNFs. Among all the formulations, the sample composed of 15% Cr shows the best catalytic performance, as more H2 was released in less time. Furthermore, it shows good stability, as it is recyclable with little decline in the catalytic activity after six cycles. It also demonstrates the activation energy, entropy (ΔS), and enthalpy (ΔH) with 37.6 kJ/mole, 0.094 kJ/mole, and 35.03 kJ/mole, respectively. Accordingly, the introduced catalyst has a lower price with higher performance encouraging a practical sustainable H2 energy application from the chemical hydrogen storage materials.
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- Robert M Brooks
- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Temple University, 1947 N. 12th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122, USA
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Jazan University, Jazan 45142, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, King Saud University, Riyadh 11451, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Engineering Mathematics and Physics, Faculty of Engineering, Mansoura University, El-Mansoura 35516, Egypt
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, King Saud University, Riyadh 11451, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Jazan University, Jazan 45142, Saudi Arabia.
- Department of Mathematics and Physics Engineering, Faculty of Engineering at Mataria, Helwan University, Cairo 11718, Egypt.
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