{"title":"Interplay between vacancy-induced hydrogen segregation and stress-induced vacancy redistribution causing embrittlement of alpha-iron.","authors":"Mugilgeethan Vijendran, Ryosuke Matsumoto","doi":"10.1080/14686996.2025.2459060","DOIUrl":"10.1080/14686996.2025.2459060","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study proposes a novel mechanism of intergranular fracture in alpha-iron, focusing on the effects of trapped vacancies, H atoms, and their synergistic interplay under tensile strain. We present a methodology for the introduction of H into grain boundaries (GBs) resulting in a realistic distribution by considering H-H interactions. Accordingly, optimal H concentrations were determined under specific environmental conditions for GBs with and without vacancy-induced segregation under zero and 2% tensile strain, respectively. Subsequently, the reduction in cohesive energy at GBs was evaluated at the optimal H concentration under these conditions. In the case of H segregation without vacancies at zero applied strain, the reduction in the cohesive energy ranged approximately from 15% to 35% for all the GB configurations. Eventually, vacancy segregation increased H concentration at the GBs, defined as vacancy-induced H segregation. The vacancy-induced H segregation resulted in a 60-117% increase in H concentration and a 70-80% decrease in cohesive energy at a vacancy concentration of <math><mn>7.49</mn> <mrow><mrow><mi> </mi></mrow> </mrow> <mn>1</mn> <mrow><mo>/</mo></mrow> <mrow><mrow><mi>n</mi></mrow> </mrow> <mrow> <msup> <mrow><mrow><mi>m</mi></mrow> </mrow> <mn>2</mn></msup> </mrow> </math> under zero applied strain. The proposed vacancy-induced H-segregation mechanism explained the delayed fracture in steel. Furthermore, the effect of tensile strain on embrittlement was elucidated, with strain-induced vacancy redistribution and vacancy-induced H segregation synergistically promoting GB decohesion, resulting in a 73-93% reduction in cohesive energy at the same vacancy concentration.</p>","PeriodicalId":21588,"journal":{"name":"Science and Technology of Advanced Materials","volume":"26 1","pages":"2459060"},"PeriodicalIF":7.4,"publicationDate":"2025-02-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11834783/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143449842","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Leonid A Shelukhin, Anna V Kuzikova, Andrey V Telegin, Vladimir D Bessonov, Alexey V Ognev, Alexander S Samardak, Junho Park, Young Keun Kim, Alexandra M Kalashnikova
{"title":"Enhanced laser-induced single-cycle terahertz generation in a spintronic emitter with a gradient interface.","authors":"Leonid A Shelukhin, Anna V Kuzikova, Andrey V Telegin, Vladimir D Bessonov, Alexey V Ognev, Alexander S Samardak, Junho Park, Young Keun Kim, Alexandra M Kalashnikova","doi":"10.1080/14686996.2024.2448417","DOIUrl":"10.1080/14686996.2024.2448417","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The development of spintronic emitters of broadband terahertz (THz) pulses relies on designing heterostructures in which the processes of laser-driven spin current generation and subsequent spin-to-charge current conversion are the most efficient. The interface between the ferromagnetic and nonmagnetic layers in an emitter is a critical element. In this study, we experimentally examined single-cycle THz pulse generation from a laser-pulse-excited Pt/Co emitter with a 1.2-nm-thick composition-gradient interface between the Pt and Co and compared it with the emission from a conventional Pt/Co structure with an abrupt interface. We found that the gradient interface improved the efficiency of the optics-to-THz conversion by a factor of two in a wide range of optical fluences up to 3 mJ⋅cm<sup>-2</sup>. This enhancement was caused by a pronounced increase in the transmittance of the laser-driven spin-polarized current through the gradient interface compared with the abrupt interface. Moreover, it was evident that such transmission deteriorated with the laser fluence owing to the spin accumulation effect.</p>","PeriodicalId":21588,"journal":{"name":"Science and Technology of Advanced Materials","volume":"26 1","pages":"2448417"},"PeriodicalIF":7.4,"publicationDate":"2025-01-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11795755/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143256662","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Muhammad Afiq Irfan Mohd Shumiri, Abdillah Sani Mohd Najib, Nor Akmal Fadil
{"title":"Current status and advances in zinc anodes for rechargeable aqueous zinc-air batteries.","authors":"Muhammad Afiq Irfan Mohd Shumiri, Abdillah Sani Mohd Najib, Nor Akmal Fadil","doi":"10.1080/14686996.2024.2448418","DOIUrl":"10.1080/14686996.2024.2448418","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>To promote sustainable development and reduce fossil fuel consumption, there is a growing demand for high-performance, cost-effective, safe and environmentally friendly batteries for large-scale energy storage systems. Among the emerging technologies, zinc-air batteries (ZABs) have attracted significant interest. By integrating the principles of traditional zinc-ion batteries and fuel cells, ZABs offer remarkably high theoretical energy density at lower production cost compared to the current state-of-the-art lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). However, the critical challenge remains in developing high-performance zinc anode. Herein, this review provides a comprehensive analysis of the current status and advancements in zinc anodes for rechargeable aqueous ZABs. We begin by highlighting the major challenges and underlying mechanisms associated with zinc anodes including issues such as uneven zinc deposition, dendrite growth and hydrogen evolution reaction. Then, this review discusses the recent advancements in zinc anode modifications, focusing on strategies such as alloying, surface porosity and zincophilicity. By reviewing the latest research, we also identify existing gaps and pose critical questions that need further exploration to push the field forward. The goal of this review is to inspire new research directions and promote the development of more efficient zinc anodes.</p>","PeriodicalId":21588,"journal":{"name":"Science and Technology of Advanced Materials","volume":"26 1","pages":"2448418"},"PeriodicalIF":7.4,"publicationDate":"2025-01-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11896022/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143606296","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Scalable fabrication of precise flexible strain sensors using organic semiconductor single crystals.","authors":"Yoshihisa Usami, Yu Yamashita, Tomohiro Murata, Takafumi Matsumoto, Masataka Ito, Shun Watanabe, Jun Takeya","doi":"10.1080/14686996.2025.2451020","DOIUrl":"10.1080/14686996.2025.2451020","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Organic semiconductor (OSC) single crystals feature flexibility, solution processability, and high-mobility coherent carrier transport, which are advantageous for printed flexible electronic applications. A mechanical strain sensor is a target device whose high sensitivity and wide measurement range have been demonstrated when OSC single crystals were employed as the active channel. However, there have been limited reports on scalable fabrication of devices and reliable measurements, which limits the use of strain sensors in a wide range of applications. In this study, we present a comprehensive approach to address these issues through advanced device processing, design, and measurements. Our resistive strain sensors showed a small drift owing to the stable and effective p-type chemical doping of the OSC single crystals. A Wheatstone bridge circuit and compact lock-in amplifier were designed to accurately measure resistance changes at low noise levels. The experimental results demonstrated a substantial reduction in noise and achieved high-precision measurements with precision of ± 1.8 ppm. These results demonstrate the scalable fabrication of organic semiconductor strain sensors with high precision and reliability, which opens up the possibility of employing them in various industrial sectors.</p>","PeriodicalId":21588,"journal":{"name":"Science and Technology of Advanced Materials","volume":"26 1","pages":"2451020"},"PeriodicalIF":7.4,"publicationDate":"2025-01-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11792120/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143190393","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Removal of HCl from a gas phase by MgO under atmospheric conditions.","authors":"Michiko Kitagawa, Hiromi Matsuhashi, Masanori Kidera, Kazuya Takahashi, Takahiro Kondo","doi":"10.1080/14686996.2025.2454215","DOIUrl":"10.1080/14686996.2025.2454215","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Ensuring the safety of researchers by protecting them from exposure to toxic gases in laboratories is of paramount importance. This study investigated the effectiveness of using high-surface-area MgO to remove HCl under atmospheric conditions. Two types of MgO were synthesized through the thermal decomposition 1-1-1, Tennodai, Tsukuba, of Mg(OH)<sub>2</sub> and MgC<sub>2</sub>O<sub>4</sub>·2 H<sub>2</sub>O. HCl diluted with air passed through both MgO samples, and the amounts of HCl removed and morphological changes in the samples were compared. No significant differences in surface area or crystallinity were observed with the decomposition temperatures. X-ray diffraction analysis showed that the sample prepared from MgC<sub>2</sub>O<sub>4</sub>·2 H<sub>2</sub>O reacted with HCl immediately upon introducing HCl gas. In contrast, the sample obtained from Mg(OH)<sub>2</sub> exhibited only MgO peaks, even 30 min after the introduction of HCl gas. Microscopic analysis revealed that the samples derived from Mg(OH)<sub>2</sub> showed no significant changes in shape after the reaction, whereas the MgO prepared from MgC<sub>2</sub>O<sub>4</sub>·2 H<sub>2</sub>O exhibited substantial changes in overall shape. No correlation was observed between the surface area and the amount of HCl removed. When MgO is prepared from MgC<sub>2</sub>O<sub>4</sub>·2 H<sub>2</sub>O, the reaction occurs in the bulk material, whereas when MgO is prepared from Mg(OH)<sub>2</sub>, the reaction hardly progresses after HCl adsorbs onto the MgO surface. The order of magnitude of HCl removal was consistent with the base catalytic activity of the decomposition of diacetone alcohol to acetone. These results suggest that, compared with MgO obtained from Mg(OH)<sub>2</sub>, MgO derived from MgC<sub>2</sub>O<sub>4</sub>·2 H<sub>2</sub>O generates more active sites, resulting in the reaction with HCl from surface to progress into bulk.</p>","PeriodicalId":21588,"journal":{"name":"Science and Technology of Advanced Materials","volume":"26 1","pages":"2454215"},"PeriodicalIF":7.4,"publicationDate":"2025-01-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11795758/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143256679","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Dong Ki Kim, Joo Hyeong Suh, Yoojin Hong, Daeun Kim, Min-Sik Park, Jung Ho Kim
{"title":"Silver embedded porous carbon composite for high-performance lithium-metal anode.","authors":"Dong Ki Kim, Joo Hyeong Suh, Yoojin Hong, Daeun Kim, Min-Sik Park, Jung Ho Kim","doi":"10.1080/14686996.2025.2455371","DOIUrl":"10.1080/14686996.2025.2455371","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Using a lithium (Li) metal anode is essential for high-energy batteries, however, dendritic Li growth is unavoidable during Li plating and stripping processes. Strategically, a porous carbon structure derived from a metal-organic framework is suggested for directly storing metallic Li, although problems still exist with plating Li from the core to the surface and with stripping Li from the surface. Herein, we strategically utilize the carbon structure of zeolitic imidazolate framework-8 as an anode and replace the inactive residual Zn with Ag through galvanic displacement. The strong affinity of Ag for Li ions facilitates the transfer of plating from the surface of the carbon structure to its interior. After determining the optimal conditions for galvanic displacement by varying reaction times and temperatures, we carefully evaluate the electrochemical performance.</p>","PeriodicalId":21588,"journal":{"name":"Science and Technology of Advanced Materials","volume":"26 1","pages":"2455371"},"PeriodicalIF":7.4,"publicationDate":"2025-01-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11792119/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143190395","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Muhammad Afiq Irfan Mohd Shumiri, Abdillah Sani Mohd Najib, Andi Erwin Eka Putra, Nor Akmal Fadil
{"title":"Electrochemical and chemical dealloying of nanoporous anode materials for energy storage applications.","authors":"Muhammad Afiq Irfan Mohd Shumiri, Abdillah Sani Mohd Najib, Andi Erwin Eka Putra, Nor Akmal Fadil","doi":"10.1080/14686996.2025.2451017","DOIUrl":"10.1080/14686996.2025.2451017","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Traditionally employed in alloy corrosion studies, dealloying has evolved into a versatile technique for fabricating advanced porous materials. The unique architecture of interconnected pore channels and continuous metal ligaments endows dealloyed materials with high surface-to-volume ratio, excellent electron conductivity, efficient mass transport and remarkable catalytic activity, positioning them at the forefront of nanomaterial applications with significant potential. However, reproducible synthesis of these structures remains challenging due to limitations in conventional dealloying techniques. Herein, this review attempts to consolidate recent progress in electrochemical and chemical dealloying methods for nanoporous anodes in energy storage and conversion applications. We begin by elucidating the fundamental mechanisms driving dealloying and evaluate key factors influencing dealloying conditions. Through a review of current research, we identify critical properties of dealloyed nanoporous anodes that warrant further investigation. Applications of these materials as anodes in metal-ion batteries, supercapacitors, water splitting and photocatalyst are discussed. Lastly, we address ongoing challenges in this field and propose perspectives on promising research directions. This review aims to inspire new pathways and foster the development of efficient dealloyed porous anodes for sustainable energy technologies.</p>","PeriodicalId":21588,"journal":{"name":"Science and Technology of Advanced Materials","volume":"26 1","pages":"2451017"},"PeriodicalIF":7.4,"publicationDate":"2025-01-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11792133/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143190388","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Machine learning approaches for predicting and validating mechanical properties of Mg rare earth alloys for light weight applications.","authors":"Sandeep Jain, Ayan Bhowmik, Jaichan Lee","doi":"10.1080/14686996.2025.2449811","DOIUrl":"10.1080/14686996.2025.2449811","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>In this work, we have attempted to predict the mechanical behaviour of light weight Mg-based rare earth alloys fabricated through different mechanical and thermal processes. Our approach involves machine learning techniques across a range of different thermomechanical processes such as solution treatment, homogenization, extrusion and aging behaviour. The effectiveness of machine learning models is evaluated using performance metrics, including Coefficient of determination (R<sup>2</sup>), Mean Absolute Error (MAE) and Root Mean Square Error (RMSE). After modeling and selection of best model, the mechanical behaviour of new alloys was predicted in terms of ultimate tensile strength, yield strength and total elongation. The predicted results highlight the superior predictive accuracy of the K-Nearest Neighbors (KNN) machine learning model, demonstrating its better performance metrics compared with other machine learning approaches. This model has been found to predict the material properties with an effective evaluation matrix (R<sup>2</sup> = 0.955, MAE = 3.4% and RMSE = 4.5%).</p>","PeriodicalId":21588,"journal":{"name":"Science and Technology of Advanced Materials","volume":"26 1","pages":"2449811"},"PeriodicalIF":7.4,"publicationDate":"2025-01-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11792136/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143190390","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Foreword to the focus issue: new methodology for developing innovative materials.","authors":"Hideo Hosono","doi":"10.1080/14686996.2024.2443318","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/14686996.2024.2443318","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":21588,"journal":{"name":"Science and Technology of Advanced Materials","volume":"26 1","pages":"2443318"},"PeriodicalIF":7.4,"publicationDate":"2025-01-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11816619/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143410215","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Aya Fujiwara, Sunao Nakanowatari, Yohei Cho, Toshiaki Taniike
{"title":"Acquiring and transferring comprehensive catalyst knowledge through integrated high-throughput experimentation and automatic feature engineering.","authors":"Aya Fujiwara, Sunao Nakanowatari, Yohei Cho, Toshiaki Taniike","doi":"10.1080/14686996.2025.2454219","DOIUrl":"10.1080/14686996.2025.2454219","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Solid catalyst development has traditionally relied on trial-and-error approaches, limiting the broader application of valuable insights across different catalyst families. To overcome this fragmentation, we introduce a framework that integrates high-throughput experimentation (HTE) and automatic feature engineering (AFE) with active learning to acquire comprehensive catalyst knowledge. The framework is demonstrated for oxidative coupling of methane (OCM), where active learning is continued until the machine learning model achieves robustness for each of the BaO-, CaO-, La<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub>-, TiO<sub>2</sub>-, and ZrO<sub>2</sub>-supported catalysts, with 333 catalysts newly tested. The resulting models are utilized to extract catalyst design rules, revealing key synergistic combinations in high-performing catalysts. Moreover, we propose a method for transferring knowledge between supports, showing that features refined on one support can improve predictions on others. This framework advances the understanding of catalyst design and promotes reliable machine learning.</p>","PeriodicalId":21588,"journal":{"name":"Science and Technology of Advanced Materials","volume":"26 1","pages":"2454219"},"PeriodicalIF":7.4,"publicationDate":"2025-01-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11792127/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143190376","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}