Dake Cao, Xiaogen Liu, Kuilin Lv, Lei Zhang, Dongxing Zhang, Detian Wan
{"title":"Bending behaviours of laminated glass and an experiment based method to determine the effective thickness","authors":"Dake Cao, Xiaogen Liu, Kuilin Lv, Lei Zhang, Dongxing Zhang, Detian Wan","doi":"10.1007/s10853-025-11442-z","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10853-025-11442-z","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>This study investigates the bending deformation behaviour of laminated glass (LG) and develops an experimental methodology for determining effective thickness applicable to composite glass with diverse configurations. The research reveals that the mechanical properties of LGs are significantly influenced by the shear transfer efficiency of polyvinyl butyral (PVB) interlayers, which is primarily governed by thickness. LGs with thin PVB interlayers (0.38 mm) demonstrate enhanced flexural rigidity, and peak load is approximately ~ 15.2% greater than the LGs with the same thickness of glass but thicker interlayers (1.52 mm), exhibiting near-monolithic behaviour. Through digital image correlation (DIC), the interlayer slip of different specimens is analysed through identification of localised shear bands in the interlayer region. Furthermore, the transverse strain contours reveal that LGs consistently develop dual neutral axes during bending, regardless of glass and interlayer thickness variations, highlighting inherent limitations in PVB shear transfer capacity. DIC also characterises the fracture modes of LGs. Experimental bending strength of LGs derived through Hook’s law and fracture strain data indicate that LGs with thin interlayers exhibit around 21.3% higher strength than that of thick ones. Finally, the effective thickness of PVB LGs, vacuum glazing and multi-laminated glass determined by the experimental methodology is confirmed the reliability through bending stress comparisons between calculated and experimental values. These results demonstrate the superior applicability of the proposed method for complex-structured composite glass compared to conventional approaches.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":645,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Materials Science","volume":"60 37","pages":"16790 - 16810"},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2025-09-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145128584","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Base-induced phase and morphology evolution of Ta2O5 to Ta-based compound nanostructures: synthesis and characterization","authors":"Pushpalatha Vijayakumar Vaishag, Seongin Hong, Jin-Seo Noh","doi":"10.1007/s10853-025-11522-0","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10853-025-11522-0","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>This study investigates the synthesis and characterization of Ta-based compound nanostructures modified from tantalum pentoxide (Ta<sub>2</sub>O<sub>5</sub>) using base-assisted hydrothermal treatments with NaOH, KOH, and Sr(OH)<sub>2</sub>. The morphologies, crystal structures, surface chemistry, optical properties, and electrochemical performance of the resulting materials were analyzed in depth. The KOH treatment produced octahedral KTa<sub>2</sub>O<sub>5</sub>(OH).nH<sub>2</sub>O nanostructures, NaOH yielded cubic NaTaO<sub>3</sub>, and Sr(OH)<sub>2</sub> resulted in rod-like Ta<sub>2</sub>O<sub>5</sub> with SrTa<sub>2</sub>O<sub>6</sub> as secondary phase. The KOH-treated sample exhibited superior hydrophilicity and electrochemical performance for the oxygen evolution reaction (OER) compared to the other samples. This was attributed to the presence of hydroxyl groups, incorporation of K<sup>+</sup> ions, and improved OH<sup>−</sup> adsorption. A growth mechanism and structure–property relationships of the base-modified materials were also provided. The results of this study demonstrate how base-assisted treatments can be used to engineer the morphology, structure, and properties of Ta-based compound nanostructures for various applications in catalysis and renewable energy.</p><h3>Graphical Abstract</h3>\u0000<div><figure><div><div><picture><source><img></source></picture></div></div></figure></div></div>","PeriodicalId":645,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Materials Science","volume":"60 37","pages":"16811 - 16824"},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2025-09-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145128692","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Review: research progress of cellulose-based directional frozen aerogels","authors":"Yihong Yang, Qin He, Peng Chen, Danni Wu, Junzhu Xiao, Lihong Yao","doi":"10.1007/s10853-025-11459-4","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10853-025-11459-4","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Cellulose-based aerogels derived from renewable resources exhibit significant potential for environmental remediation and energy storage applications, owing to their ultra-low density, interconnected macroporous structure, and exceptionally high specific surface area. However, the traditional cellulose aerogels, limited by their structural properties, significantly hinder large-scale industrial production and practical application. Therefore, developing novel strategies to enhance their performance is imperative. Directional freezing is an advanced technique for controlling the porous architecture of materials, building upon conventional freeze-drying methods. By precisely controlling the ice crystal growth during the freezing process, anisotropic structures with well-aligned pore arrangements can be fabricated, enabling directional structural design for the preparation of highly porous aerogel materials. In this paper, we systematically review recent advances in cellulose-based aerogels fabricated via directional freezing technology. The pore-forming mechanisms and structural characteristics of three representative methods—unidirectional, bidirectional, and radial freezing—are comprehensively analyzed. Furthermore, we evaluate the enhancement of material properties through functionalization strategies and summarize current applications with future development trends.</p><h3>Graphical abstract</h3>\u0000<div><figure><div><div><picture><source><img></source></picture></div></div></figure></div></div>","PeriodicalId":645,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Materials Science","volume":"60 38","pages":"17297 - 17325"},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2025-09-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145144212","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Weijie Fan, Simeng Jiang, Yanlin Wang, Xiaohua Chen, Zidong Wang
{"title":"Molecular dynamics simulation of nucleation and grain growth in Al–7Si alloy under shear flow conditions","authors":"Weijie Fan, Simeng Jiang, Yanlin Wang, Xiaohua Chen, Zidong Wang","doi":"10.1007/s10853-025-11071-6","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10853-025-11071-6","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Molecular dynamics simulations were conducted to investigate the effects of shear flow on nucleation, grain growth, and crystal growth during the solidification of Al–7Si alloys. Tensile simulations were performed to evaluate the mechanical properties of the solidified alloys. The mean first–passage time method was used to determine nucleation rates and critical nucleus sizes, while curvature-driven growth theory and the Johnson–Mehl–Avrami (JMA) model were applied to analyze grain growth kinetics and crystal growth modes under shear. The results show that as the shear intensity increases, the nucleation rate increases while the critical nucleus radius remains nearly unchanged. Grain growth is accelerated by shear flow, and JMA results reveal a transition from three-dimensional to one-dimensional growth with increasing shear strength. Tensile simulations further demonstrate that, within a certain range, stronger shear flow during solidification improves the yield strength and ductility of the alloy. These findings provide theoretical guidance for tailoring microstructures and enhancing mechanical properties via controlled shear flow.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":645,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Materials Science","volume":"60 37","pages":"17215 - 17231"},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2025-09-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145128641","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Lala Gahramanli, Maarif Jafarov, Mustafa Muradov, Habiba Shirinova, Rana Khankishiyeva, Shafiga Alakbarova, Goncha Eyvazova, Mahammad Baghir Baghirov, Nahida Musayeva, Vitalii Yevdokymenko, Kamenskyh Dmytro, Cristian Vacacela Gomez, Talia Tene
{"title":"Correlation of SiC content with structural, optical, and dielectric characteristics in PVA-based nanocomposites: a comprehensive study","authors":"Lala Gahramanli, Maarif Jafarov, Mustafa Muradov, Habiba Shirinova, Rana Khankishiyeva, Shafiga Alakbarova, Goncha Eyvazova, Mahammad Baghir Baghirov, Nahida Musayeva, Vitalii Yevdokymenko, Kamenskyh Dmytro, Cristian Vacacela Gomez, Talia Tene","doi":"10.1007/s10853-025-11503-3","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10853-025-11503-3","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) is a flexible, biocompatible polymer, but its low thermal stability and mechanical strength limit its advanced applications. To address this, nanosized silicon carbide (SiC) was incorporated into the PVA matrix at varying concentrations (1–10 wt%) to enhance its structural, optical, morphological, and dielectric properties. The SiC/PVA nanocomposites were characterized using X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy-dispersive spectroscopy (EDS), Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), Ultraviolet–Visible (UV–Vis), Raman spectroscopies, and dielectric measurements. XRD confirmed the 3C-SiC phase with crystallite sizes of 13.84 nm (Williamson–Hall) and 39.23 nm (Debye–Scherrer). SEM revealed nanowires and fine crystallites. Raman analysis gave a crystallinity ratio (I(TO/LO)) of 1.32 for pure SiC. The optical band gap decreased with increasing SiC content due to enhanced filler–matrix interaction but became inconsistent at higher concentrations (7–10 wt%) due to excessive dispersion. Dielectric studies showed that 7 wt% SiC provided the highest dielectric constant at low frequencies and elevated temperatures, attributed to Maxwell–Wagner–Sillars polarization. These findings suggest that 7 wt% SiC is the optimal loading for improved dispersion and performance. The enhanced properties make SiC/PVA nanocomposites promising for applications in flexible electronics, dielectric devices, high-temperature sensors.</p><h3>Graphical Abstract</h3><div><figure><div><div><picture><source><img></source></picture></div></div></figure></div></div>","PeriodicalId":645,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Materials Science","volume":"60 38","pages":"17561 - 17579"},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2025-09-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145144210","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"In situ growth of Pd nanosheets on MoS2 nanosheets as superior peroxidase mimetics for sensitive glucose detection","authors":"Yingying Liu, Zhao Fu, Xiangli Zhong, Hongjia Song, Jie Wang, Gangxiang Zhu, Jinbin Wang, Xiaoping Ouyang","doi":"10.1007/s10853-025-11511-3","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10853-025-11511-3","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Regulating the interfacial structure of nanozyme to promote the charge transport efficiency is an excellent way to improve the catalytic activity. However, how to effectively enhance the interfacial charge transport efficiency of nanozyme is still a challenge. Herein, we used MoS<sub>2</sub> nanosheets (NSs) as template and support, which surface was decorated with Pd NSs through the in situ growth approach to form surface contact, realizing in strong interfacial interaction. Interestingly, the as-obtained 2D/2D MoS<sub>2</sub>/Pd heterostructures showed enhanced peroxidase-mimic activity near 5 times compared to MoS<sub>2</sub> NSs. The enhanced catalysis of MoS<sub>2</sub>/Pd was attributed to the change of catalytic pathway from hydroxyl radical generation to rapid electron transfer. Due to the excellent peroxidase activity of MoS<sub>2</sub>/Pd, the colorimetric assay for glucose biosensing by combination with high specificity of glucose oxidase was further established, with a linear detection range of 5–2000 μM and a low limit of detection (LOD) of 0.8868 μM. The work provides a new strategy for the design of nanozymes with high catalytic performance for biocatalytic applications.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":645,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Materials Science","volume":"60 38","pages":"17580 - 17592"},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2025-09-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145144211","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
K. K. Nidha Hind, Pinki Rani, Manjima Sudheer, Shashikant P. Patole, Prashant S. Alegaonkar
{"title":"Investigations on morphological evolution in tellurium nanostructures","authors":"K. K. Nidha Hind, Pinki Rani, Manjima Sudheer, Shashikant P. Patole, Prashant S. Alegaonkar","doi":"10.1007/s10853-025-11473-6","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10853-025-11473-6","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Tellurium nanostructures (TeNs) interact exclusively via van der Waals forces and exhibit a quasi-one-dimensional electronic band structure, yielding properties that differ markedly from bulk Tellurium (Te). Here, we report a facile, one-step, room-temperature wet-chemical synthesis of TeNs and systematically examine their morphological evolution. Building on Rani et al.(Appl Phys A Mater Sci Process 10.1007/s00339-022-05405-3) observation that Mo additives induce time-dependent phase transitions in Te nanotubes at 120 °C (and thermodynamic insights by Sudheer et al.(J Phys Chem C Nanomater Interfaces 127 36 18076 18088)), we extended the investigation by varying the reaction temperature (ambient to 135 °C) and reaction time. Using field-emission SEM and high-resolution TEM, we found that at 120 °C Te initially forms nanotubes which convert into nanoflakes after 6 h and then revert in consistent with findings of Rani et al.( Appl Phys A Mater Sci Process 10.1007/s00339-022-05405-3)’s report. At 135 °C, however, the intermediate flake stage is entirely suppressed, and Te nucleates and grows directly as uniform one-dimensional nanorods. FTIR, XRD, and XPS analyses confirm that at 120 °C Mo–O–Te–O and Te–Mo–Te linkages form selectively at 6 h, whereas at 135 °C full reduction proceeds without intermediate bonding rearrangements. EDX shows higher elemental Te content at 135 °C, and thermal conductivity measurements reveal that the nanorods possess enhanced thermal stability. This work thus introduces a novel, solution-based route to stable Te nanorods with improved structural and thermal properties.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":645,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Materials Science","volume":"60 37","pages":"16858 - 16876"},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2025-09-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145128715","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Cellulose porous microspheres in the removal of dyes and heavy metal ions","authors":"Dan-Ni Wu, Qin He, Peng Chen, Yi-Hong Yang, Jun-Zhu Xiao, Ya-Mei Wang","doi":"10.1007/s10853-025-11306-6","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10853-025-11306-6","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>With the continual deepening of the sustainable development concept, the application of natural renewable resources in the field of materials science is receiving increasing attention. Cellulose microspheres, as an emerging functional material, exhibit significant application potential across various fields due to their unique porous structure, high specific surface area, and excellent cyclic regeneration capability, particularly in the adsorption of dyes and heavy metal ions. Thus, this paper first systematically examines the structural features of cellulose microspheres and their impact on adsorption performance. It reviews six current preparation methods and categorizes three types of adsorption mechanisms. Building on this foundation, the paper provides a detailed summary of the research progress in the application of cellulose microspheres for dye and heavy metal ion adsorption. Finally, the paper offers insights into future research priorities and development trends for cellulose microspheres, aiming to provide valuable guidance for the development of high-performance cellulose microsphere materials and to enhance their role in the remediation of heavy metal and dye pollution.</p><h3>Graphical abstract</h3><div><figure><div><div><picture><source><img></source></picture></div></div></figure></div></div>","PeriodicalId":645,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Materials Science","volume":"60 37","pages":"16577 - 16601"},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2025-09-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145128713","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Chaoyue Wei, Wenqian Zhou, Xueshan Du, Kao Shi, Wenbo Cao, Jingyu Zhao, Yufu Sun
{"title":"Effect of Y₂O₃ on microstructure and properties of NbC/Ni-based coating by laser cladding","authors":"Chaoyue Wei, Wenqian Zhou, Xueshan Du, Kao Shi, Wenbo Cao, Jingyu Zhao, Yufu Sun","doi":"10.1007/s10853-025-11540-y","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10853-025-11540-y","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>This study aims to investigate the effect of Y₂O₃ addition on the microstructure, hardness, and corrosion resistance of in-situ NbC reinforced Ni-based coatings prepared by laser cladding. The results have shown that the addition of 1.0 wt.% Y₂O₃ has refined the grains, improved phase uniformity, and increased the coating hardness to 825.12 HV₀.₂, which is 27.1% higher than the coating without Y₂O₃. Electrochemical tests revealed that the corrosion current density has decreased to 2.431 × 10<sup>−7</sup> A cm<sup>−2</sup> at 1.0 wt.% Y₂O₃, indicating significantly enhanced corrosion resistance. Excessive Y₂O₃ (> 1.0 wt.%) has led to particle agglomeration, grain coarsening, and a reduction in both hardness and corrosion resistance. These findings demonstrate that optimal Y₂O₃ addition can effectively enhance the performance of NbC/Ni-based composite coatings, with potential to extend the service life of components in corrosive environments.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":645,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Materials Science","volume":"60 38","pages":"17593 - 17607"},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2025-09-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145143846","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Deep learning-based prediction of magnetic properties in electrodeposited Co–Ni alloy thin films","authors":"Hasan Güler, Rasim Özdemir, Adem Coşkun","doi":"10.1007/s10853-025-11544-8","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10853-025-11544-8","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Optimizing the magnetic properties of Co–Ni alloy thin films requires understanding complex composition–structure–property relationships that conventional analysis methods cannot adequately capture due to nonlinear interdependencies among synthesis parameters, microstructure, and magnetic behavior. This study introduces the first comprehensive application of triangulated interpretability methods—combining SHAP, perturbation, and Sobol sensitivity analyses—to quantitatively decode the magnetic behavior of electrodeposited Co–Ni thin films, providing unprecedented insights for targeted materials design. Through systematic electrodeposition of four Co–Ni compositions (52–75 wt% Co) and comprehensive characterization using XRD, SEM, and VSM, we generated a dataset of 1322 field-dependent magnetic moment measurements. Our custom deep neural network achieved exceptional predictive accuracy (R<sup>2</sup> = 0.973) and, through triangulated interpretability analysis, revealed that applied magnetic field dominates magnetic response (SHAP value = 0.695), followed by cobalt content (0.291) and nickel content (0.384). The integrated framework identified optimal compositions for specific applications: ~ 70 wt% Co with 350–380 nm grain sizes for high-saturation magnetization (Ms ≈ 120 emu/g) in EMI shielding and < 60 wt% Co for low coercivity sensor applications. This triangulated interpretability approach provides robust, quantitative guidance for accelerating magnetic materials development, demonstrating how advanced machine learning can transform empirical materials optimization into predictive, knowledge-driven design.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":645,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Materials Science","volume":"60 37","pages":"17001 - 17024"},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2025-09-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145128642","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}