{"title":"Innovative lignin-based MOFs and COFs for biomedicine, energy storage, and environmental remediation","authors":"Zhixiang Tian, Guanyan Li, Xiangmeng Chen, Cheng Li, Runqiang Liu, Xiaochen Yue, Wanxi Peng, Haiping Gu","doi":"10.1007/s42114-024-01201-0","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s42114-024-01201-0","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>The escalating environmental crisis and the heightened demand for sustainable energy solutions emphasise the necessity of renewable materials that minimise the ecological impact of industrial processes. Concurrently, the healthcare sector encounters challenges in guaranteeing the safety and biocompatibility of materials utilised in drug delivery and environmental remediation. These societal imperatives propel the scientific community to pioneer the development of environmentally friendly yet versatile materials. Here, we review the synthesis, structural characteristics, and potential applications of lignin-based metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) and covalent organic frameworks (COFs), specifically focusing on their roles in biomedicine, environmental remediation, and energy storage. The incorporation of lignin as a renewable ligand enhances the biocompatibility and functionality of MOFs, making them suitable for applications in drug delivery systems and pollutant adsorption. Notably, lignin-based MOFs have demonstrated impressive adsorption capacities, such as 1120.7 mg/g for methyl blue and 961.54 mg/g for methyl orange in wastewater treatment. Furthermore, Zn-MOF-FA has exhibited stable drug adsorption, facilitating the controlled release of 5-fluorouracil and minimising side effects in anticancer therapies. In the energy field, lignin-based MOFs have showcased hydrogen storage capacities comparable to MIL-100 (Cr), positioning them as promising candidates for sustainable energy storage solutions. The utilisation of ligands such as ferulic acid and vanillin has also led to frameworks with enhanced antioxidant and antimicrobial properties, laying the groundwork for versatile applications in both biomedical and environmental domains. It is anticipated that technological advancements and interdisciplinary collaborations will further drive the commercialisation of lignin-based MOFs and COFs, expanding their array of applications.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":7220,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Composites and Hybrid Materials","volume":"8 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":23.2,"publicationDate":"2025-01-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142939078","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A pH-responsive magnetic-controlled nanocomposite for precise and efficient vancomycin delivery in treating prosthetic joint infections","authors":"Qiuyang Wang, Lanlan Wang, Xinyun Liu, Haojun Chen, Xucai Wang, Peng Wang, Weijun Wang, Qing Jiang","doi":"10.1007/s42114-024-01079-y","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s42114-024-01079-y","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Prosthetic joint infection (PJI) presents a significant medical challenge, with current surgical and antibiotic strategies often limited by high recurrence rates, the need for multiple interventions, and rising antibiotic resistance. This study introduces vancomycin-loaded magnetic iron oxide nanoparticles (IONPs) incorporated into ZIF-8-based nanocomposites, termed Van-IONPs@ZIF-8, designed to deliver antibiotics directly to the PJI infection site under an external magnetic field (MF) for targeted antibacterial therapy. The Van-IONPs@ZIF-8 demonstrated excellent pH sensitivity, in vitro biocompatibility, and marked antibacterial efficacy against <i>Staphylococcus aureus</i>. When subjected to an external MF, these magnetic nanocomposites effectively localized at infection sites. In vivo results indicated that the Van-IONPs@ZIF-8 + MF treatment significantly reduced bacterial loads on implants, decreased blood leukocyte counts, and mitigated inflammatory cell infiltration in surrounding tissues compared to controls. Concurrently, a marked reduction in both the number of pro-inflammatory cells and the levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines was observed, alongside a corresponding increase in inflammatory repair cells and reparative cytokines within the local tissues surrounding the infected implants. Thus, Van-IONPs@ZIF-8, in conjunction with an external MF, facilitates precise targeting of local infection sites and promotes rapid vancomycin release, representing a promising strategy for the safe and effective treatment of PJI.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":7220,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Composites and Hybrid Materials","volume":"8 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":23.2,"publicationDate":"2025-01-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142939077","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Emerging roles of electrospun nanofibers for real-time motion monitoring","authors":"Puhua Hao, Shicheng Qiu, Shichang Liu, Xuxu Chen","doi":"10.1007/s42114-024-01098-9","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s42114-024-01098-9","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Electrospun nanofibers, with their unique physical and mechanical properties, exhibit substantial potential in applications related to real-time motion tracking and health monitoring. This review highlights their use in wearable sensors, motion detection, and health monitoring devices, while addressing the challenges and opportunities for clinical translation and commercialization. These nanofibers provide high sensitivity and flexibility, facilitating the real-time monitoring of parameters such as gait patterns, running posture, and electrocardiogram signals. Their integration into sports training and rehabilitation enhances performance assessment and feedback, thereby improving training efficacy and hastening recovery periods. Furthermore, health monitoring devices utilizing electrospun nanofibers offer comfort and portability, making them effective tools for personal health management and medical diagnosis. The paper also discusses challenges such as large-scale production, reproducibility, and regulatory issues, proposing potential solutions. Future directions include developing new materials, leveraging advanced manufacturing technologies, and exploring new application areas. With ongoing technological advancements and market demand, electrospun nanofibers are poised to significantly impact motion monitoring devices, enhancing their intelligence, convenience, and efficiency.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":7220,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Composites and Hybrid Materials","volume":"8 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":23.2,"publicationDate":"2025-01-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142938930","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Feng Qian, Xvhui Liu, Rui Cui, Kai Wang, Chao Wang, Xiong Bao, Dongsheng Dong, Mengni Zhou, Zunhua Zhang, Xiaofeng Guo, Jie Wang
{"title":"Corrosive study of B10/B30 copper-nickel alloys coupled pipeline in static seawater","authors":"Feng Qian, Xvhui Liu, Rui Cui, Kai Wang, Chao Wang, Xiong Bao, Dongsheng Dong, Mengni Zhou, Zunhua Zhang, Xiaofeng Guo, Jie Wang","doi":"10.1007/s42114-024-01174-0","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s42114-024-01174-0","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>In marine seawater pipelines and coolers, copper-nickel alloys such as B10 and B30 are the main material of choices. Due to the differences in nickel content, the corrosion potentials of these two alloys are significantly different. When the pipelines of these two alloys are connected with cooling equipment, there is a risk of electric couple corrosion. In order to effectively control the electric couple corrosion between B10/B30 and prolong the service life of seawater pipeline systems, this study uses an electrochemical method to test the electric couple potential and electric couple current of B10 and B30 tubular pairs in static seawater. In addition, the electric couple corrosion rate with time is also analyzed in depth. Through a mixed potential theory analysis, the electric couple corrosion rate of B10/B30 is found to be mainly controlled by the reaction kinetics of B10 anode and B30 cathode. Thus, B30 as the inner tube and B10 as the outer tube were used in marine air coolers with effectively improved service life. This study provides an important theoretical basis for optimizing the material selection of marine seawater pipelines and coolers.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":7220,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Composites and Hybrid Materials","volume":"8 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":23.2,"publicationDate":"2025-01-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142938772","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Yanyan Shi, Hongtao Xue, Gaber A. M. Mersal, Abdulraheem SA Almalki, A. Alhadhrami, Fuling Tang
{"title":"Rhenium-repulsion induced desegregation of nonmetallic impurities and de-embrittling effect on the Ni Σ11 [110] (113) grain boundary","authors":"Yanyan Shi, Hongtao Xue, Gaber A. M. Mersal, Abdulraheem SA Almalki, A. Alhadhrami, Fuling Tang","doi":"10.1007/s42114-024-01183-z","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s42114-024-01183-z","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>The material properties can be altered by the unintentional or intentional doping of non-metallic impurities within the grain boundaries (GBs) of nanocrystalline alloys. The segregation behavior and influence on the GB cohesion of non-metallic impurities <i>X</i> (<i>X</i> = B, H, P, N, O, S, and C) in Ni Σ11 [110] (113) GB with and without Re were investigated by first-principles calculations. The results show that the pentahedral interstitial site with the minimum dissolution energy and the least Voronoi volume is the preferential segregation site for <i>X</i> segregation. C, H, N, O, P, and S interstitial segregation leads to GB embrittlement and intergranular fracture. Adding a Re atom in the <i>X-</i>segregated GB layer can induce embrittler O desegregation and strengthen B-, H-, and C-segregated GBs; adding two Re atoms can induce embrittler P, N, S, and C desegregation. The repulsion between <i>X</i> and Re is responsible for the desegregation of <i>X</i>. The findings are of significance in improving the GB brittleness caused by impurities in Ni nanocrystalline alloys.</p><h3>Graphical Abstract</h3><div><figure><div><div><picture><source><img></source></picture></div></div></figure></div></div>","PeriodicalId":7220,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Composites and Hybrid Materials","volume":"8 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":23.2,"publicationDate":"2025-01-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142938775","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"ZnO nanowire-decorated 3D printed pyrolytic carbon for solar light–driven photocatalytic degradation of wastewater contaminants","authors":"Gulshan Verma, Monsur Islam, Ankur Gupta","doi":"10.1007/s42114-024-01125-9","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s42114-024-01125-9","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Photocatalytic wastewater treatment offers advantages like improved degradation of organic contaminants and adaptable catalysts that can be optimized for cost-effectiveness. However, challenges are faced when dealing with complex water purification scenarios, such as particle aggregation and the separation of photocatalysts from treated water. This work aims to overcome the limitations of photocatalysts by decorating them on customizable pyrolyzed 3D microlattice architectures for enhanced photocatalytic performance. Here, we first fabricated 3D carbon microlattice architectures by digital light processing (DLP) 3D printing of a precursor resin, followed by carbonization at 900 °C and the hydrothermal growth of zinc oxide (ZnO) nanowires on the 3D pyrolyzed structures (ZnO@PyC). The photocatalytic performance of ZnO@PyC structures was evaluated through the degradation of rhodamine B (RhB) dye under both UV light and direct sunlight irradiation. The ZnO@PyC structures demonstrated an enhanced degradation efficiency, achieving 97.73% and 84.04% for RhB dye after 180 min and 280 min under UV light and direct sunlight irradiations, respectively. This demonstrates the ability of the fabricated ZnO@PyC structures to eliminate the contaminants in the wastewater without the necessity for additional equipment during the degradation process. Furthermore, the ZnO@PyC structures exhibit good reusability only through a facile washing step with water, demonstrating 86.22 ± 2.15% degradation efficiency retention after repeated cycles over 7 days. The inventive combination of ZnO@PyC structure represents a promising pathway for advancing sustainable and effective water purification technologies.</p><h3>Graphical Abstract</h3>\u0000<div><figure><div><div><picture><source><img></source></picture></div></div></figure></div></div>","PeriodicalId":7220,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Composites and Hybrid Materials","volume":"8 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":23.2,"publicationDate":"2025-01-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142938776","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Dileep Chekkaramkodi, Israr Ahmed, Rashid K. Abu Al-Rub, Andreas Schiffer, Haider Butt
{"title":"3D-printed multi-material optical fiber sensor for dual sensing applications","authors":"Dileep Chekkaramkodi, Israr Ahmed, Rashid K. Abu Al-Rub, Andreas Schiffer, Haider Butt","doi":"10.1007/s42114-024-01180-2","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s42114-024-01180-2","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Optical fiber sensors are widely utilized for their precision, stability, adjustable functionality, and minimal signal degradation. They excel in detecting diverse parameters, even in challenging situations where conventional sensors may falter. This study aims to create a novel optical fiber sensor capable of concurrently detecting both temperature and ultraviolet (UV) radiation. The sensor was fabricated using digital light processing 3D printing technique. The photocurable resin for 3D printing the optical fiber sensor was prepared by incorporating thermochromic powder and UV-sensitive powders into a polyethylene glycol diacrylate and hydroxyethyl methacrylate polymer blend for multi-material printing. The optical fibers were printed in two distinct orientations: horizontal and vertical. The optical characterization of these sensors was carried out by measuring transmission and reflection using customized measurement setups. The vertically oriented fibers exhibit more reflectivity, whereas the horizontally oriented fibers demonstrate higher transmission, owing to the layering phenomenon. The vertically oriented multi-material optical fibers exhibit significant variation in the transmission spectra, making them ideal for dual sensing. A notable change in the transmission percentage at 600 nm was observed at temperatures of 25℃, 35℃, and 45℃, reducing from 12.13 to 9.5%, 17.31 to 15.6%, and 19.62 to 17.98% upon exposure to UV radiation, respectively. The presence of UV radiation and temperature fluctuations can be easily distinguished by analyzing the change in spectra. The proposed optical fiber sensors provide a promising sensing platform for dual sensing applications where continuous monitoring of UV and temperature detection is required.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":7220,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Composites and Hybrid Materials","volume":"8 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":23.2,"publicationDate":"2025-01-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1007/s42114-024-01180-2.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142938777","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Haibo Liu, Xiaomeng Li, Zheng Pan, Lin Dai, Meng Zhang, Feng Shen, Chuanling Si
{"title":"Lignin-based plugging hydrogel with high-temperature resistance and adjustable gelation","authors":"Haibo Liu, Xiaomeng Li, Zheng Pan, Lin Dai, Meng Zhang, Feng Shen, Chuanling Si","doi":"10.1007/s42114-024-01132-w","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s42114-024-01132-w","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Lost circulation is a prevalent and intricate phenomenon in the domain of oil and gas drilling, which has resulted in significant economic losses for the global oil industry. Common gel lost circulation materials have been observed to exhibit deficiencies in temperature resistance and gel strength. In this study, a lignin-based plugging hydrogel (Lig-plugel) was prepared for lost circulation plugging using a simple method. The hydrogel employed the self-cross-linking mechanism of lignin in a high-temperature environment, which reduced the quantity of cross-linker, achieved the objective of regulating gelation time, and enhanced its mechanical properties. The maximum compressive strain of Lig-plugel synthesized at 200 °C with a 25 wt% cross-linker amount reached 76.83%, and the compressive strength and compressive toughness reached 1.85 MPa and 276.13 kJ/m<sup>3</sup>, respectively. Furthermore, Lig-plugel exhibits excellent heat resistance. It demonstrates minimal mass loss during thermal decomposition in high-temperature environments below 220 °C, which is sufficient for high-temperature applications. Additionally, the simulated plugging experiments indicate that Lig-plugel has an effective plugging effect and is adaptable. This study presents an environmentally friendly and sustainable solution to the lost circulation problem and has a broad application prospect in the field of oil and gas drilling.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":7220,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Composites and Hybrid Materials","volume":"8 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":23.2,"publicationDate":"2025-01-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142938773","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Advancements in the utilization of nanocarbon sphere composites in supercapacitor","authors":"Jie Li, Ruidong Li, Tingxi Li, Yong Ma","doi":"10.1007/s42114-024-01187-9","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s42114-024-01187-9","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Supercapacitors, as a novel type of energy storage device, have garnered significant attention due to their outstanding charging and discharging rates, high power density, and safe operation. Electrode materials, crucial components of supercapacitor devices, directly influence the electrochemical performance. Hollow carbon spheres (HCSs) have emerged as noteworthy candidates in energy storage and conversion, particularly in high-performance supercapacitors, owing to their well-defined morphology, uniform size (100 μm to 3 nm), low density, and extensive surface area (300–2221 m<sup>2</sup> g<sup>−1</sup>). Substantial advancements have been achieved in developing advanced supercapacitor electrode materials incorporating hollow carbon sphere structures. This paper provides a comprehensive overview and discussion of the preparation of hollow spheres with controllable structure and morphology. Additionally, it explores various methods employed in recent years to enhance HCS, encompassing variations in doping elements and adjustments in content and composite types. The primary objective of this paper is to elucidate the application of HCS as electrode materials in supercapacitors and to serve as a reference for further research on HCS-based materials.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":7220,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Composites and Hybrid Materials","volume":"8 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":23.2,"publicationDate":"2025-01-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142939218","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Hao Gong, Zhongyang Wang, Xiaokun Song, Hongchao Li, Kai Sun, Xiao Zhou, Tongxiang Fan
{"title":"Zirconia submicrosphere/potassium silicate metacoating with high irradiation stability for radiative cooling","authors":"Hao Gong, Zhongyang Wang, Xiaokun Song, Hongchao Li, Kai Sun, Xiao Zhou, Tongxiang Fan","doi":"10.1007/s42114-024-01130-y","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s42114-024-01130-y","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Effective radiative cooling is crucial for reducing undesirable energy consumption caused by thermoregulation technology. However, conventional passive coolers still suffer from challenges such as vulnerability to harsh service conditions and suboptimal radiative cooling performance without guidance from optical design. Metacoating based on photonic structure design and all-inorganic components can overcome these drawbacks. In this paper, we fabricate a metacoating for radiative cooling, incorporating zirconia submicrospheres (ZS) within a potassium silicate binder. ZS with optimal diameters of about 500 nm were synthesized to efficiently scatter sunlight. The metacoating has a solar absorption (<i>α</i><sub>s</sub>) of only 0.04 in the 0.25–2.5 µm range, and an infrared emittance (<i>ε</i>) of 0.91 in the 2.5–16.7 µm range. The low solar absorption is attributed to the high backscattering efficiency of ZS and their high-volume fraction, as confirmed by Mie scattering theory and Monte Carlo ray-tracing simulations, while the high emittance is driven by vibrational absorption from chemical bonds in ZS and potassium silicate. After proton and electron irradiation, the metacoating retains <i>α</i><sub>s</sub> below 0.083 and <i>ε</i> above 0.910, indicating excellent irradiation resistance. Our findings highlight that metacoating utilizing ZS with a large bandgap and suitable diameters holds significant potential for advancing space radiative cooling technologies.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":7220,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Composites and Hybrid Materials","volume":"8 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":23.2,"publicationDate":"2025-01-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142938706","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}