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{"title":"Multi-component liquid-infused systems: a new approach to functional coatings","authors":"Zachary Applebee and Caitlin Howell","doi":"10.1039/D4IM00003J","DOIUrl":"10.1039/D4IM00003J","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Antifouling liquid-infused surfaces have generated interest in multiple fields due to their diverse applications in industry and medicine. In nearly all reports to date, the liquid component consists of only one chemical species. However, unlike traditional solid surfaces, the unique nature of liquid surfaces holds the potential for synergistic and even adaptive functionality simply by including additional elements in the liquid coating. In this work, we explore the concept of multi-component liquid-infused systems, in which the coating liquid consists of a primary liquid and a secondary component or components that provide additional functionality. For ease of understanding, we categorize recently reported multi-component liquid-infused surfaces according to the size of the secondary components: molecular scale, in which the secondary components are molecules; nanoscale, in which they are nanoparticles or their equivalent; and microscale, in which the additional components are micrometer size or above. We present examples at each scale, showing how introducing a secondary element into the liquid can result in synergistic effects, such as maintaining a pristine surface while actively modifying the surrounding environment, which are difficult to achieve in other surface treatments. The review highlights the diversity of fabrication methods and provides perspectives on future research directions. Introducing secondary components into the liquid matrix of liquid-infused surfaces is a promising strategy with significant potential to create a new class of multifunctional materials.</p><p>Keywords: Active surfaces; Antimicrobial; Antifouling; Interfaces; Sensing surfaces.</p>","PeriodicalId":29808,"journal":{"name":"Industrial Chemistry & Materials","volume":" 3","pages":" 378-392"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://pubs.rsc.org/en/content/articlepdf/2024/im/d4im00003j?page=search","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139947332","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Triphase photocatalytic water-gas-shift reaction for hydrogen production with enhanced interfacial diffusion at gas–liquid–solid interfaces†","authors":"Huige Chen, Zhenhua Li, Chao Zhou, Run Shi and Tierui Zhang","doi":"10.1039/D3IM00135K","DOIUrl":"10.1039/D3IM00135K","url":null,"abstract":"<p>The exothermic characteristic of the water-gas-shift (WGS) reaction, coupled with the thermodynamic constraints at elevated temperatures, has spurred a research inclination towards conducting the WGS reaction at reduced temperatures. Nonetheless, the challenge of achieving efficient mass transfer between gaseous CO and liquid H<small>₂</small>O at the photocatalytic interface under mild reaction conditions hinders the advancement of the photocatalytic WGS reaction. In this study, we introduce a gas–liquid–solid triphase photocatalytic WGS reaction system. This system facilitates swift transportation of gaseous CO to the photocatalyst's surface while ensuring a consistent water supply. Among various metal-loaded TiO<small>₂</small> photocatalysts, Rh/TiO<small>₂</small> nanoparticles positioned at the triphase interface demonstrated an impressive H<small>₂</small> production rate of 27.60 mmol g<small>⁻¹</small> h<small>⁻¹</small>. This rate is roughly 2 and 10 times greater than that observed in the liquid–solid and gas–solid diphase systems. Additionally, finite element simulations indicate that the concentrations of CO and H<small>₂</small>O at the gas–liquid–solid interface remain stable. This suggests that the triphase interface establishes a conducive microenvironment with sufficient CO and H<small>₂</small>O supply to the surface of photocatalysts. These insights offer a foundational approach to enhance the interfacial mass transfer of gaseous CO and liquid H<small>₂</small>O, thereby optimizing the photocatalytic WGS reaction's efficiency.</p><p>Keywords: Water-gas-shift; Photocatalysis; Triphase interface; Hydrogen evolution; TiO<small>₂</small>.</p>","PeriodicalId":29808,"journal":{"name":"Industrial Chemistry & Materials","volume":" 3","pages":" 432-440"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://pubs.rsc.org/en/content/articlepdf/2024/im/d3im00135k?page=search","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139928707","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Strategies to enable microsized alloy anodes for high-energy and long-life alkali-ion batteries†","authors":"Amine Daali, Rachid Amine, Wilkistar Otieno, Gui-Liang Xu and Khalil Amine","doi":"10.1039/D3IM00126A","DOIUrl":"10.1039/D3IM00126A","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Micro-sized anode materials demonstrate greater potential for practical applications than nanomaterials in the aspects of volumetric energy density, coulombic efficiency, fabrication process, and cost. However, the huge volume changes of alloy anodes (up to ∼500%) during repeated charge/discharge has led to a series of challenging issues including pulverization of active material particles and delamination from current collectors, formation of thick and fragile solid-electrolyte interphase (SEI) and depletion of electrolytes, eventually leading to rapid cell degradation. Herein, we review recent progress of rational strategies to enable the use of microsized alloy anodes (Si, P, Sb, Sn, <em>etc.</em>) including electrolyte modulation, binder design and architecture engineering. We also provide perspectives on future directions and remaining challenges of microsized anodes towards practical applications.</p><p>Keywords: Volume change; Alloy; Anodes; Microsized; Alkali-ion; Batteries.</p>","PeriodicalId":29808,"journal":{"name":"Industrial Chemistry & Materials","volume":" 4","pages":" 489-513"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://pubs.rsc.org/en/content/articlepdf/2024/im/d3im00126a?page=search","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139751657","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Theoretical investigation of carbon dioxide adsorption on MgH2 with a cobalt catalyst†","authors":"Sara Rozas, Fabiana C. Gennari, Mert Atilhan, Alfredo Bol and Santiago Aparicio","doi":"10.1039/D3IM00096F","DOIUrl":"10.1039/D3IM00096F","url":null,"abstract":"<p>This work presents a theoretical investigation of carbon dioxide (CO<small>₂</small>) adsorption on MgH<small>₂</small> and its reaction (chemisorption) with cobalt doped MgH<small>₂</small>. The focus of this study is the properties and mechanisms involved in CO<small>₂</small> adsorption on clean MgH<small>₂</small> surfaces and the role of Co in enhancing the adsorption process. Density functional theory (DFT) calculations were performed to examine different CO<small>₂</small> adsorption sites on the MgH<small>₂</small> surface along with the adsorption distances, binding energies, and geometric parameters. The results indicate that physical adsorption of CO<small>₂</small> occurs on MgH<small>₂</small> with similar adsorption energies at different adsorption sites. The coverage effect of CO<small>₂</small> molecules on MgH<small>₂</small> was also investigated, revealing an increased affinity of CO<small>₂</small> with higher surface coverage. However, excessive coverage led to a decrease in adsorption efficiency due to competing surface adsorption and intermolecular interactions. The orientation of adsorbed CO<small>₂</small> molecules shifted from parallel to quasi-perpendicular arrangements upon adsorption, with notable deformations observed at higher coverage, which gives a hint of CO<small>₂</small> activation. Furthermore, the study explores the CO<small>₂</small> adsorption capacity of MgH<small>₂</small> in comparison to other materials reported in the literature, showcasing its medium to strong affinity for CO<small>₂</small>. Additionally, the effectiveness of a single Co atom and Co clusters as catalysts for CO<small>₂</small> adsorption on MgH<small>₂</small> was examined. Overall, this theoretical investigation provides insights into the CO<small>₂</small> adsorption properties of MgH<small>₂</small> and highlights the potential of Co catalysts to enhance the efficiency of the methanation process.</p><p>Keywords: DFT; CO<small>₂</small> conversion; Cobalt catalyst; Charge transfer.</p>","PeriodicalId":29808,"journal":{"name":"Industrial Chemistry & Materials","volume":" 4","pages":" 587-599"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://pubs.rsc.org/en/content/articlepdf/2024/im/d3im00096f?page=search","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139584574","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Recent progress in nickel single-atom catalysts for the electroreduction of CO2 to CO","authors":"Ziyan Yang, Rongzhen Chen, Ling Zhang, Yuhang Li and Chunzhong Li","doi":"10.1039/D3IM00109A","DOIUrl":"10.1039/D3IM00109A","url":null,"abstract":"<p>The electrocatalytic reduction of carbon dioxide (CO<small>₂</small>) is considered an effective strategy for mitigating the energy crisis and the greenhouse effect. Nickel is widely used in single-atom catalysts (SACs) owing to its special electronic structure. In this minireview, the basic principles of Ni SACs in the electrocatalytic reduction of CO<small>₂</small> to CO are first described. Subsequently, Ni SACs are divided into three categories depending on different strategies used to improve properties. The synthesis, morphology, performance and theoretical calculations of the catalysts are also described. Finally, an overview of the existing challenges and perspectives of Ni SACs for CO<small>₂</small> reduction is presented.</p><p>Keywords: CO<small>₂</small> reduction; Electrocatalysis; Nickel single-atom catalysts.</p>","PeriodicalId":29808,"journal":{"name":"Industrial Chemistry & Materials","volume":" 4","pages":" 533-555"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://pubs.rsc.org/en/content/articlepdf/2024/im/d3im00109a?page=search","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139410966","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Uncovering gold nanoparticle synthesis using a microchip laser system through pulsed laser ablation in aqueous solution†","authors":"Barana Sandakelum Hettiarachchi, Yusuke Takaoka, Yuta Uetake, Yumi Yakiyama, Hwan Hong Lim, Takunori Taira, Mihoko Maruyama, Yusuke Mori, Hiroshi Y. Yoshikawa and Hidehiro Sakurai","doi":"10.1039/D3IM00090G","DOIUrl":"10.1039/D3IM00090G","url":null,"abstract":"<p>The synthesis of gold nanoparticles (Au NPs) was carried out by utilising the pulsed laser ablation in liquids (PLAL) method with a microchip laser (MCL) system. This portable system features low power consumption and a giant-pulse laser. Aqueous solutions with and without the surfactant poly(<em>N</em>-vinyl-2-pyrrolidone) (PVP) were used for laser ablation of a bulk gold rod to achieve the successful formation of a colloidal solution of Au NPs. The gas bubbles formed by heating the aqueous medium around the surface of the gold target significantly reduced the efficiency of Au NP ablation. This effect was more pronounced and prolonged in high-viscosity solutions, hindering energy transfer from subsequent laser pulses to the target. Additionally, it was suggested that the chain length of PVP does not affect either the size of the Au NPs or the ablation efficiency. Videography experiments were conducted to explore the ablation mechanism employed by the MCL system. The relatively short pulse duration of the MCL system may contribute to the formation of NPs with consistent size, which were suppressed to grow in significantly smaller cavitation bubbles with short lifetimes.</p><p>Keywords: Pulsed laser ablation in liquids (PLAL); Microchip laser (MCL); Gold nanoparticles; Viscosity; Poly(<em>N</em>-vinyl-2-pyrrolidone) (PVP).</p>","PeriodicalId":29808,"journal":{"name":"Industrial Chemistry & Materials","volume":" 2","pages":" 340-347"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://pubs.rsc.org/en/content/articlepdf/2024/im/d3im00090g?page=search","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139102188","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Recent progress and challenges in silicon-based anode materials for lithium-ion batteries","authors":"Gazi Farhan Ishraque Toki, M. Khalid Hossain, Waheed Ur Rehman, Rana Zafar Abbas Manj, Li Wang and Jianping Yang","doi":"10.1039/D3IM00115F","DOIUrl":"10.1039/D3IM00115F","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Anode materials for Li-ion batteries (LIBs) utilized in electric vehicles, portable electronics, and other devices are mainly graphite (Gr) and its derivatives. However, the limited energy density of Gr-based anodes promotes the exploration of alternative anode materials such as silicon (Si)-based materials because of their abundance in nature and low cost. Specifically, Si can store 10 times more energy than Gr and also has the potential to enhance the energy density of LIBs. Despite the many advantages of Si-based anodes, such as high theoretical capacity and low price, their widespread use is hindered by two major issues: charge-induced volume expansion and unreliable solid electrolyte interphase (SEI) propagation. In this detailed review, we highlight the key issues, current advances, and prospects in the rational design of Si-based electrodes for practical applications. We first explain the fundamental electrochemistry of Si and the importance of Si-based anodes in LIBs. The excessive volume increase, relatively low charge efficiency, and inadequate areal capacity of Si-based anodes are discussed to identify the barriers in enhancing their performance in LIBs. Subsequently, the use of binders (<em>e.g.</em>, linear polymer binders, branched polymer binders, cross-linked polymer binders, and conjugated conductive polymer binders), material-based anode composites (such as carbon and its derivatives, metal oxides, and MXenes), and liquid electrolyte construction techniques are highlighted to overcome the identified barriers. Further, tailoring Si-based materials and reshaping their surfaces and interfaces, including improving binders and electrolytes, are shown to be viable approaches to address their drawbacks, such as volume expansion, low charge efficiency, and poor areal capacity. Finally, we highlight that research and development on Si-based anodes are indispensable for their use in commercial applications.</p><p>Keywords: Lithium-ion battery; Silicon-based anode; Volume expansion; Solid electrolyte interphase propagation; Binders; Composite anode materials.</p>","PeriodicalId":29808,"journal":{"name":"Industrial Chemistry & Materials","volume":" 2","pages":" 226-269"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://pubs.rsc.org/en/content/articlepdf/2024/im/d3im00115f?page=search","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139055909","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Stable zinc anode by regulating the solvated shell and electrode–electrolyte interface with a sodium tartrate additive†","authors":"Jie Ren, Hai-Yang Wu, Wen Yan, Peng Huang and Chao Lai","doi":"10.1039/D3IM00111C","DOIUrl":"10.1039/D3IM00111C","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Aqueous zinc-ion batteries (ZIBs) have attracted great research interest for use in large-scale energy storage devices due to their inherent safety, environmental friendliness, and low cost. Unfortunately, dendrite growth and interfacial side reactions during the plating/stripping process triggered by uneven electric field distribution on the surface of the Zn anode seriously hinder the further development of aqueous ZIBs. Here, practical and inexpensive sodium tartrate (STA) is used as an electrolyte additive to construct a stable electrode–electrolyte interface, in which STA adsorbs preferentially on the Zn metal surface, contributing to promoting homogeneous Zn deposition. Moreover, STA interacts more strongly with Zn<small>²⁺</small>, which takes the place of the water molecules in the solvated shell and prevents the development of side reactions. In symmetrical cells and full cells, flat Zn anodes can therefore demonstrate remarkable cycle stability, opening the door for the development of cost-effective and effective electrolyte engineering techniques.</p><p>Keywords: Zinc ion battery; Electrolyte additive; Zinc dendrites; Hydrogen evolution reaction; Anode protection.</p>","PeriodicalId":29808,"journal":{"name":"Industrial Chemistry & Materials","volume":" 2","pages":" 328-339"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://pubs.rsc.org/en/content/articlepdf/2024/im/d3im00111c?page=search","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138742377","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Coordination bond cleavage of metal–organic frameworks and application to flame-retardant polymeric materials","authors":"Kunpeng Song, Ye-Tang Pan, Jiyu He and Rongjie Yang","doi":"10.1039/D3IM00110E","DOIUrl":"10.1039/D3IM00110E","url":null,"abstract":"<p>The physicochemical properties of metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) are closely dependent on the topology, pore characteristics, and chemical composition, which can be tuned through targeted design. Relative to direct synthesis, the post-synthesis methods of MOFs, including ion exchange, ligand replacement as well as destruction, provide a significant increase in their application range and potential. A method based on the coordination bond cleavage of MOFs has been proved to be very effective in modulating the structure and was evaluated for its application in the flame retardant field. Herein, the construction of peculiar MOF structures is categorized based on flame-retardant features through the cleavage of coordination bonds at the molecular level, and the corresponding MOFs exhibit superior flame-retardant and smoke-suppressing properties. Different approaches are highlighted to achieve coordination bond breaking to modulate MOFs properties, involving chemical composition, topology, and pore structure. This review systematically summarizes and generalizes the direct construction of high-efficiency MOF-based flame retardants based on the structure–activity relationship and their further functionalization through coordination bond cleavage, as well as the associated challenges and prospects. It is also hoped that this work will quickly guide researchers through the field and inspire their next studies.</p><p>Keywords: Metal–organic frameworks; Fire retardancy; Molecular cleavage; Coordination bond; Flame retardant mechanism.</p>","PeriodicalId":29808,"journal":{"name":"Industrial Chemistry & Materials","volume":" 4","pages":" 556-570"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://pubs.rsc.org/en/content/articlepdf/2024/im/d3im00110e?page=search","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138581156","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Cocatalyst-modified In2S3 photocatalysts for C–N coupling of amines integrated with H2 evolution†","authors":"Yu Chen, Chang-Long Tan, Jing-Yu Li, Ming-Yu Qi, Zi-Rong Tang and Yi-Jun Xu","doi":"10.1039/D3IM00116D","DOIUrl":"10.1039/D3IM00116D","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Photocatalytic hydrogen (H<small>₂</small>) production coupled with selective oxidation of organic compounds into high-value-added organic intermediates has expansive prospects in the utilization and transformation of solar energy, which meets the development requirements of green chemistry. In this work, high-efficiency hole cocatalyst PdS-decorated In<small>₂</small>S<small>₃</small> flower-like microspheres are fabricated for the effective visible-light-driven C–N coupling of amines to imines coupled with H<small>₂</small> evolution. Owing to the establishment of the internal electric field, which further boosts the transfer of photoexcited holes to PdS, PdS–In<small>₂</small>S<small>₃</small> exhibits distinctly enhanced photocatalytic redox performance, which is 39.8 times higher for H<small>₂</small> and 14.3 times higher for <em>N</em>-benzylidenebenzylamine than that of the blank In<small>₂</small>S<small>₃</small>, along with high selectivity and stability. Furthermore, the practicability of dehydrogenation coupling of various aromatic amines to the corresponding C–N coupling products on PdS–In<small>₂</small>S<small>₃</small> has been demonstrated and a plausible reaction mechanism has been proposed. This work is anticipated to stimulate further interest in establishing an innovative photoredox platform for selective organic synthesis coupled with H<small>₂</small> evolution in a green and sustainable way.</p><p>Keywords: In<small>₂</small>S<small>₃</small>; Photoredox dual reaction; Hydrogen evolution; Visible light; Hole cocatalyst.</p>","PeriodicalId":29808,"journal":{"name":"Industrial Chemistry & Materials","volume":" 2","pages":" 289-299"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-11-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://pubs.rsc.org/en/content/articlepdf/2024/im/d3im00116d?page=search","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138513731","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}