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Summary: This study reports the synthesis of highly dispersed CoNi bimetallic catalysts on alpha-MoC surface through the strong metal support interaction (SMSI) effect. The as-synthesized CoNi/alpha-MoC catalysts exhibited robust and synergistic performance for hydrogen production from hydrolysis of ammonia borane, with metal-normalized activity surpassing all previously reported noble metal-free catalysts and being four times higher than that of the commercial Pt/C catalyst.

JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY (2021)

Article Multidisciplinary Sciences

A stable low-temperature H2-production catalyst by crowding Pt on α-MoC

Xiao Zhang et al.

Summary: The study demonstrates that Pt1 and Ptn stabilized on α-MoC surface can catalyze the WGS reaction at low temperatures, preventing catalyst deactivation due to oxidation and showing high stability with a high metal-normalized turnover number.

NATURE (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Thermally stable Ni MOF catalyzed MgH2 for hydrogen storage

Huaxu Shao et al.

Summary: The utilization of tricarboxybenzene to construct stable Ni MOF catalyst for MgH2 improves the kinetics and cycle stability of the composite, enabling quick hydrogen desorption and retaining high capacity after multiple cycles.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Hydrogen storage behaviors of magnesium hydride catalyzed by transition metal carbides

Zhihui Tian et al.

Summary: In this study, transitional metal carbides were used to enhance the hydrogen storage behaviors of magnesium-based materials, with Ti3C2 showing the best catalytic effect on the dehydrogenation kinetic properties of MgH2. The introduction of these carbides improved the hydrogen absorption and desorption kinetics of MgH2.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2021)

Article Multidisciplinary Sciences

High oxide-ion conductivity through the interstitial oxygen site in Ba7Nb4MoO20-based hexagonal perovskite related oxides

Masatomo Yashima et al.

Summary: Oxide-ion conductors are crucial in various applications for clean energy. The high oxide-ion conductivity of the hexagonal perovskite-related oxide Ba7Nb3.9Mo1.1O20.05, attributed to interstitialcy diffusion and low activation energy for oxide-ion conductivity, is reported by the authors.

NATURE COMMUNICATIONS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Atomic Fe Dispersed Hierarchical Mesoporous Fe-N-C Nanostructures for an Efficient Oxygen Reduction Reaction

Yu Zhou et al.

Summary: Due to the scarcity and high cost of precious metals, the hydrogen economy may rely on non-platinum-group-metal catalysts. A study found that a stabilized single-atom Fe and N co-doped ordered mesoporous carbon nanosphere catalyst exhibits excellent activity and durability, surpassing the current state-of-the-art Pt/C electrocatalysts.

ACS CATALYSIS (2021)

Article Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

A Bulk-Heterostructure Nanocomposite Electrolyte of Ce0.8Sm0.2O2-delta-SrTiO3 for Low-Temperature Solid Oxide Fuel Cells

Yixiao Cai et al.

Summary: Bulk-heterostructure electrolytes based on Ce0.8Sm0.2O2-delta and SrTiO3 show enhanced ionic conductivity and a peak power density of 892 mW cm(-2) at 550 degrees C, with a proposed Schottky junction effect contributing to the avoidance of short circuits. This study provides new insights for designing electrolytes for low-temperature solid oxide fuel cells.

NANO-MICRO LETTERS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Fabrication of Multiple-Phase Magnesium-Based Hydrides with Enhanced Hydrogen Storage Properties by Activating NiS@C and Mg Powder

Dandan Peng et al.

Summary: In this study, NiS@C additive was ball-milled with Mg powder to build NiS@C/Mg composite, which successfully enhanced the hydrogen storage performance of magnesium hydride. The method of in situ generating multiple-phase hydrides and catalysts offers a new perspective for the preparation of high-performance hydrogen storage materials.

ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

PPy film anchored on ZnCo2O4 nanowires facilitating efficient bifunctional electrocatalysis

D. Zhao et al.

Summary: This study obtained a series of ZnCo2O4@PPy nanowires through a simple hydrothermal method and electrochemical deposition process, with ZnCo2O4@PPy-200 product exhibiting superior OER performance. As bifunctional catalysts, these samples showed high efficiency and stability in water electrolysis.

MATERIALS TODAY ENERGY (2021)

Article Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

A Step Forward in Understanding the Hydrogen Adsorption and Compression on Activated Carbons

Pamela Ramirez-Vidal et al.

Summary: This study investigated hydrogen adsorption on six commercial activated carbons under different temperature and pressure conditions. The authors found that the use of nonlocal density functional theory provided a more accurate prediction of hydrogen adsorption capacity. The relationship between hydrogen adsorption capacity and surface properties of activated carbons was established, and different parameters were identified for evaluating the best activated carbon for hydrogen storage or compression.

ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Super-Hydrophilic Hierarchical Ni-Foam-Graphene-Carbon Nanotubes-Ni2P-CuP2 Nano-Architecture as Efficient Electrocatalyst for Overall Water Splitting

Sk Riyajuddin et al.

Summary: This study introduces a superhydrophilic homogeneous bimetallic phosphide catalyst Ni2P-CuP2, which exhibits ultralow overpotentials for water electrolysis in acidic and alkaline mediums and excellent stability at high current densities, showing promising potential for green fuel production.

ACS NANO (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Ordered Macroporous Superstructure of Nitrogen-Doped Nanoporous Carbon Implanted with Ultrafine Ru Nanoclusters for Efficient pH-Universal Hydrogen Evolution Reaction

Yu-Lin Wu et al.

Summary: This study has developed an ordered macroporous superstructure of N-doped nanoporous carbon anchored with ultrafine Ru nanoclusters for electrocatalytic micro/nanoreactors, showing unparalleled performance for pH-universal hydrogen evolution reactions. The superstructure exhibits significantly higher mass activity compared to the benchmark Pt/C, with remarkably low overpotential and ultra-high turnover frequency in alkaline solution.

ADVANCED MATERIALS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Fabrication of porous polyaniline/MWCNTs coated Co9S8 composite for electrochemical hydrogen storage application

Yan Sun et al.

Summary: Through mechanical alloying and solution-assisted self-assembly, composites of Co9S8 doped with PPANI, MWCNTs, and PPANI/MWCNTs were prepared to enhance their electrochemical performance. The Co9S8 + PPANI/MWCNTs electrode exhibited the highest discharge capacity and superior high-rate dischargeability and corrosion resistance.

JOURNAL OF PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY OF SOLIDS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Influences of La addition on the hydrogen storage performances of TiFe-base alloy

Tingting Zhai et al.

Summary: The study aimed to enhance the hydrogen storage performance of TiFe alloy by partially substituting Ti with La. Results showed that La substitution significantly improved the hydrogen absorption kinetics and storage capacity of the alloy, as well as affecting the P-C-T curves and hydrogenation enthalpy changes.

JOURNAL OF PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY OF SOLIDS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Boron doping induced charge transfer switching of a C3N4/ZnO photocatalyst from Z-scheme to type II to enhance photocatalytic hydrogen production

Donghyung Kim et al.

Summary: This study demonstrated the switching of charge transfer mechanism from the Z-scheme to type II through simple boron doping of C3N4/ZnO. The introduction of low-electronegativity boron into C3N4 increased its Fermi level by 0.4 V, leading to a reversed band bending direction at the C3N4/ZnO junction. The resulting type II B-doped C3N4/ZnO showed a stable, drastic increase in photocatalytic hydrogen evolution rate, approximately 2.9 times higher than undoped C3N4/ZnO.

APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

In-situ construction of metallic Ni3C@Ni core-shell cocatalysts over g-C3N4 nanosheets for shell-thickness-dependent photocatalytic H2 production

Rongchen Shen et al.

Summary: The shell-thickness-controlled Ni3C@Ni/g-C3N4 photocatalysts were designed with intimate Schottky junctions using an in situ high-temperature transformation strategy. Optimized Ni shell-layer thickness of 15 nm achieved the best visible-light photocatalytic H2-production performance. The intimate Schottky-junctions hinder rapid charge recombination, increase reactive sites, and boost catalytic kinetics, leading to shellthickness-dependent hydrogen evolution.

APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Unveiling the influence of radiation-induced grafting methods on the properties of polyethylene-based anion-exchange membranes for alkaline fuel cells

Ana Laura G. Biancolli et al.

Summary: The study investigated the effect of radiation-induced grafting (RIG) method on the properties of anion-exchange membranes (AEM), finding that the grafting method determines the physicochemical properties of AEM, which in turn affect the performance and stability of fuel cells.

JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Experimental and computational study of the microporous layer and hydrophobic treatment in the gas diffusion layer of a proton exchange membrane fuel cell

Mrittunjoy Sarker et al.

Summary: Enabling fuel cell operation at high current density requires addressing liquid water management issues, with PTFE impregnation and MPL showing potential performance improvements. Studies using experimental and computational techniques have revealed the effects of these materials, and a model has been developed to simulate fuel cell performance.

JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

MOF-derived dual metal (Fe, Ni) -nitrogen-doped carbon for synergistically enhanced oxygen reduction reaction

Jing Liu et al.

Summary: FeNi-NC catalyst exhibits excellent activity and stability in the oxygen reduction reaction, especially in phosphoric acid electrolyte. Ni plays a crucial role in improving the ORR activity and stability by promoting graphitization during the high temperature carbonization process.

APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Carbon nanospheres supported bimetallic Pt-Co as an efficient catalyst for NaBH 4 hydrolysis

Hongming Zhang et al.

Summary: A highly efficient catalyst composed of carbon nanospheres supporting ultrafine bimetallic Pt-Co nanoparticles was successfully synthesized for hydrogen evolution from NaBH4 hydrolysis in this study. The catalyst exhibited outstanding performance in kinetic and thermodynamic tests, with high hydrogen generation rate and low activation energy. The hydrolytic mechanism was investigated using isotopic tracer method and mass spectrometric analysis, showing that the catalyst maintained high catalytic activity even after five cycles of performance tests.

APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE (2021)

Article Engineering, Environmental

Graphene-induced growth of N-doped niobium pentaoxide nanorods with high catalytic activity for hydrogen storage in MgH2

Ke Wang et al.

Summary: This study developed a novel graphene-guided nucleation and growth process to prepare N-doped Nb2O5 nanorods, which significantly improved the hydrogen storage properties of MgH2. MgH2 doped with the nanorods released a substantial amount of hydrogen at lower temperatures, and demonstrated faster kinetics in reloading hydrogen.

CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL (2021)

Article Engineering, Environmental

Defects-rich porous carbon microspheres as green electrocatalysts for efficient and stable oxygen-reduction reaction over a wide range of pH values

Chao Su et al.

Summary: Hierarchically porous carbon microspheres with trace amount of encapsulated cobalt exhibit highly active and stable electrocatalytic performance for oxygen reduction reactions (ORR) under wide pH conditions. The catalysts show competitive catalytic activity, superb durability, and methanol tolerance compared to benchmark Pt/C catalyst, even in harsh acidic environments, due to abundant active sites provided by rich surface defects and hierarchically porous structure. The in situ formed cobalt nanoparticles play a crucial role in creating mesopores, high specific surface area, and catalytically active defect sites over the carbon material, further enhancing the ORR activity of the catalysts with negligible cost impact.

CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL (2021)

Article Chemistry, Analytical

Orange Peel Derived-Nitrogen and Sulfur Co-doped Carbon Dots: a Nano-booster for Enhancing ORR Electrocatalytic Performance of 3D Graphene Networks

Ceren Karaman

Summary: Nitrogen and sulfur co-doped carbon dots were synthesized using waste orange peel as a natural carbon precursor, and anchored to three-dimensional graphene networks to enhance electrocatalytic activity. The synergistic utilization of heteroatoms and interconnected 3D architecture resulted in superior oxygen reduction reaction activity in the alkaline media. This study demonstrates the potential of converting low-value agricultural wastes into value-added materials for energy applications.

ELECTROANALYSIS (2021)

Article Thermodynamics

Experimental performance investigation on the arrangement of metal foam as flow distributors in proton exchange membrane fuel cell

Zhongmin Wan et al.

Summary: Metal foam as a flow distributor in PEMFC has shown potential in improving reactant and temperature distributions, but the optimal arrangement has not been considered. Using nickel metal foam in different configurations showed improved temperature distribution and increased fuel utilization rate. The arrangement of metal foam, especially in high humidity conditions, significantly impacts the performance of the PEMFC.

ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT (2021)

Article Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear

Electrospun Fe-Incorporated ZIF-67 Nanofibers for Effective Electrocatalytic Water Splitting

Selvasundarasekar Sam Sankar et al.

Summary: The study successfully synthesized Fe-ZIF-67 NF catalysts with high efficiency and stability in oxygen evolution reaction, providing a new pathway for exploring efficient non-noble metal catalysts for energy-related applications.

INORGANIC CHEMISTRY (2021)

Review Energy & Fuels

Recent advancement in consolidation of MOFs as absorbents for hydrogen storage

Rasidi Sule et al.

Summary: Metal-organic frameworks (MOF) show promise as green engineering materials but face challenges in fuel cell technologies. Experimental research has shown a 50% reduction in density of compacted MOFs compared to their theoretical crystal density, leading to decreased H2 storage capacities. Further investigation into the consolidation of MOFs is needed to meet the 2025 DoE target.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENERGY RESEARCH (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Characterization of microstructure and surface oxide of Ti1.2Fe hydrogen storage alloy

Ki Beom Park et al.

Summary: The study investigated microstructures, hydrogen absorption kinetics, and oxide layers of TiFe and Ti1.2Fe hydrogen storage alloys. Compared to TiFe alloy, Ti1.2Fe alloy with three phases showed better hydrogen absorption performance. The concentration of Ti in the oxide layer was found to be crucial for improving hydrogen absorption kinetics.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Hydrogen adsorption performance of Cu-BTC/ graphene aerogel composite: A combined experimental and computational study

Wen Ren et al.

Summary: In this study, a Cu-BTC/graphene aerogel (GA) composite with improved hydrogen uptake at 100 bar was prepared at room temperature, attributed to enhanced hydrogen uptake in the interface region between Cu-BTC and GA. The grand canonical Monte Carlo simulation showed that the hydrogen uptake of the CuBTC/GA composites decreases as the number of graphene oxide (GO) layers increases, suggesting that fewer GO layers or thinner GA is favorable for hydrogen adsorption.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Mechanochemical modification of LiAlH4 with Fe2O3 - A combined DFT and experimental study

M. Dragojlovic et al.

Summary: LiAlH4 with 5 wt% Fe2O3 showed significantly lower dehydrogenation temperature and released over 7 wt% H-2 in the temperature range of 143-154 degrees C. Various analytical methods were used to investigate the mechanisms of catalytic influence and electron transfer in the destabilization process.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

The Effect of Graphite and Fe2O3 Addition on Hydrolysis Kinetics of Mg-Based Hydrogen Storage Materials

Kun Yang et al.

Summary: Graphite and Fe2O3 were introduced into MgH2 powder by hydrogenation after magnetic grinding in this paper. The composite hydrogen storage materials were successfully prepared and analyzed for their physical structure. The addition of graphite and Fe2O3 can effectively improve the hydrolysis kinetics of MgH2 and increase the hydrolysis conversion rate.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHOTOENERGY (2021)

Article Polymer Science

Proton exchange composite membranes comprising SiO2, sulfonated SiO2, and metal-organic frameworks loaded in SPEEK polymer for fuel cell applications

Sanjay Bisht et al.

Summary: The study investigates the fabrication and performance of ternary composite membranes for use in proton exchange membrane fuel cells. By incorporating fillers such as MOF-5 and S-SiO2, the mechanical stability and proton conductivity of the membranes are significantly improved.

JOURNAL OF APPLIED POLYMER SCIENCE (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Isostatic pressing of screen printed nickel-gadolinium doped ceria anodes on electrolyte-supported solid oxide fuel cells

Yosuke Komatsu et al.

Summary: This study applied isostatic pressing to improve the electrodes in solid oxide fuel cells, finding that isostatic pressing effectively reduces electrode porosity, improves Ni connectivity, and increases active triple phase boundary density, thereby enhancing electrochemical performance. Additionally, pressing enhances electrode adhesion to the electrolyte.

JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Scaleup and manufacturability of symmetric-structured metal-supported solid oxide fuel cells

Emir Dogdibegovic et al.

Summary: Research on metal-supported solid oxide fuel cells with symmetric architecture successfully scaled up the fuel cells from button cell size to large cell size, achieving equivalent performance. Improvement in the catalyst infiltration process enabled high-throughput manufacturing, replacing the cumbersome lab-scale molten nitrate infiltration process with a room-temperature process using stable aqueous nitrate solution application techniques.

JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Zigzag PtCo nanowires modified in situ with Au atoms as efficient and durable electrocatalyst for oxygen reduction reaction

Jidong Cao et al.

Summary: PtCoAu1.5 NWs with gold-modified surface exhibit significantly improved activity and stability, with a mass activity 11 times higher than commercial Pt/C, and the surface modification by trace Au atoms can suppress Co leaching, enhancing stability.

JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Ultrasonic-assisted synthesis of NiCo2O4/TiO2 ceramic as an efficient and novel hydrogen storage material

Tahereh Barazandeh Behrooz et al.

Summary: This study successfully synthesized NiCo2O4 nanoparticles and NiCo2O4/TiO2 nanocomposites using a sonochemical method and investigated their electrochemical hydrogen storage performances in an aqueous medium. The results showed that NiCo2O4/TiO2 nanocomposites exhibited higher discharge capacity than NiCo2O4 nanostructures, indicating their potential for application in hydrogen storage. Various analyses were used to characterize the samples.

JOURNAL OF THE IRANIAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY (2021)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Functionalized poly(vinylidene fluoride) for selective proton-conducting membranes

Rosalin Rath et al.

Summary: This study successfully fabricated nanocomposite membranes with high ion exchange capacity and proton conductivity, suitable for fuel cell applications. The membranes demonstrated excellent conductivity at high temperatures, suppressed methanol crossover, and higher membrane selectivity compared to Nafion, suggesting their potential as an alternative in fuel cell applications.

MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS (2021)

Article Instruments & Instrumentation

Impurity element analysis of aluminum hydride using PIXE, XPS and elemental analyzer technique

Zheng Zhang et al.

Summary: The impurities in aluminum hydride can cause deterioration in its properties and stability. By using PIXE, XPS, and elemental analyzer, a study was conducted to identify elements and determine their concentration in AlH3 samples mixed with silicon. While XPS is useful for surface analysis, the elemental analyzer is more suitable for measuring bulk concentrations.

NUCLEAR INSTRUMENTS & METHODS IN PHYSICS RESEARCH SECTION B-BEAM INTERACTIONS WITH MATERIALS AND ATOMS (2021)

Review Green & Sustainable Science & Technology

Alternative and innovative solid oxide electrolysis cell materials: A short review

Aziz Nechache et al.

Summary: Solid oxide electrolysis cell is a leading technology for green hydrogen production through high temperature electrolysis, but optimization of existing materials and development of innovative materials are crucial for commercialization. Research focuses on alternative and innovative materials, particularly cathode-supported cell materials.

RENEWABLE & SUSTAINABLE ENERGY REVIEWS (2021)

Article Green & Sustainable Science & Technology

Enhanced hydrogen storage of a LaNi5 based reactor by using phase change materials

Yang Ye et al.

Summary: This paper proposes a novel hydrogen storage reactor design using metal hydride materials, phase change materials, and a heat exchanger to enhance heat transfer efficiency and hydrogen storage performance; the results show that effective thermal conductivity plays a key role in improving heat transfer and reaction rates, and increasing hydrogen supply pressure can effectively accelerate hydrogen absorption rates.

RENEWABLE ENERGY (2021)

Article Polymer Science

Porous PTFE reinforced SPEEK proton exchange membranes for enhanced mechanical, dimensional, and electrochemical stability

Gi-Chul Park et al.

Summary: In this study, the pores of PTFE film were filled with SPEEK electrolyte molecules to prepare proton exchange membranes with enhanced mechanical, dimensional, and electrochemical stability for fuel cell applications. Various analyses were conducted to investigate the chemical composition, morphology, and wettability of the porous PTFE film. The prepared pore-filled electrolyte membranes showed superior mechanical and dimensional stability, leading to stable electrochemical cell performance over repeated wet/dry cycles.

POLYMER (2021)

Article Multidisciplinary Sciences

Alloying-realloying enabled high durability for Pt-Pd-3d-transition metal nanoparticle fuel cell catalysts

Zhi-Peng Wu et al.

Summary: Alloying noble metals with non-noble metals can achieve high catalytic activity and reduce costs. The study shows that realloying plays a crucial role in enhancing the durability of certain multimetallic nanoalloys.

NATURE COMMUNICATIONS (2021)

Article Multidisciplinary Sciences

Highly conductive anion exchange membranes based on polymer networks containing imidazolium functionalised side chains

Ebrahim Abouzari-Lotf et al.

Summary: Two novel types of anion exchange membranes (AEMs) with imidazolium-type functionalised nanofibrous substrates were prepared using a simple and potentially scalable method. These membranes showed high ion exchange capacity and ionic conductivity, along with good stability. The membrane electrode assembly (MEA) with the optimal membrane exhibited high power density in AEM fuel cell.

SCIENTIFIC REPORTS (2021)

Article Energy & Fuels

An Anion-Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell Containing Only Abundant and Affordable Materials

Jasper Biemolt et al.

Summary: This study presents a unique anion-exchange membrane fuel cell (AEMFC) that only contains affordable and abundant materials, with high catalytic activity without the use of precious metals and critical raw materials, marking it as one of the best CRM-free AEMFCs reported to date.

ENERGY TECHNOLOGY (2021)

Article Materials Science, Ceramics

Additive manufacturing of thin electrolyte layers via inkjet printing of highly-stable ceramic inks

Zhongqi Zhu et al.

Summary: In this study, 8YSZ ceramic inks of varied compositions were developed for inkjet printing of SOFC ceramic electrolyte layers. PAANH(4) showed a better dispersion effect for the inks developed in this study. The inks demonstrated excellent printable performance in the actual printing process and maintained stability for over 30 days of storage period.

JOURNAL OF ADVANCED CERAMICS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Regeneration of Supported Ammonia Borane to Achieve Higher Yield

Animesh Hajari et al.

Summary: Ammonia borane is considered a potential hydrogen storage material due to its high hydrogen content, ease of handling, and moderate dehydrogenation temperature. By utilizing a cost-effective layered aluminosilicate support material, bentonite, the efficiency of dehydrogenation and regeneration processes of ammonia borane is increased, resulting in higher yield and purity of the regenerated compound.

CHEMISTRYSELECT (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Enhancing hydrogen storage properties of MgH2 through addition of Ni/CoMoO4 nanorods

T. Huang et al.

Summary: In this study, one-dimensional NiMoO4 and CoMoO4 nanorods were introduced into MgH2 to enhance its hydrogen storage properties. It was found that NiMoO4 showed a superior promoting effect compared to CoMoO4, leading to lower dehydrogenation temperature and faster kinetics. The dual roles of Mo-0 in MgH2 were also identified, accelerating the hydrogen storage kinetics.

MATERIALS TODAY ENERGY (2021)

Article Multidisciplinary Sciences

Resolving the nanoparticles' structure-property relationships at the atomic level: a study of Pt-based electrocatalysts

Leonard Jean Moriau et al.

Summary: The complexity of commercially available platinum-based electrocatalysts and their electrochemical behavior has been studied, revealing challenges in understanding the structure-property relationships. A bottom-up approach has been introduced to provide a new level of understanding of the structure-stability relationships of nanoparticulate systems.

ISCIENCE (2021)

Article Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

Enhanced Visible-Light-Driven Hydrogen Production through MOF/MOF Heterojunctions

Stavroula Kampouri et al.

Summary: The photocatalytic performance of MOF-based systems can be enhanced through the construction of MOF/MOF heterojunctions. The MIL-167/MIL-125-NH2 heterojunction exhibits efficient photocatalytic H2 production under visible-light irradiation without the need for any cocatalysts.

ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES (2021)

Article Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

Polyaniline/Carbon Dots Composite as a Highly Efficient Metal-Free Dual-Functional Photoassisted Electrocatalyst for Overall Water Splitting

Xiaoqing Gu et al.

Summary: A metal-free bifunctional photoassisted catalyst of a polyaniline/carbon dots composite was used for overall water splitting, achieving improved electrocatalytic performance under visible light conditions.

ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Pt Single Atoms Supported on N-Doped Mesoporous Hollow Carbon Spheres with Enhanced Electrocatalytic H2-Evolution Activity

Panyong Kuang et al.

Summary: This study demonstrates the tailoring of the electronic structure of Pt single atoms supported on N-doped mesoporous hollow carbon spheres through strong EMSI engineering, leading to the Pt-1/NMHCS composite exhibiting higher activity and stability in catalyzing the electrocatalytic hydrogen evolution reaction compared to Pt-NP and commercial Pt/C. The strong EMSI effect in a unique N-1-Pt-1-C-2 coordination structure significantly modifies the electronic structure of Pt 5d states, enhancing the reduction of adsorbed proton and facilitating H-H coupling for Pt-like HER activity.

ADVANCED MATERIALS (2021)

Review Chemistry, Physical

Advances in Nonprecious Metal Homogeneously Catalyzed Formic Acid Dehydrogenation

Manuel Iglesias et al.

Summary: Formic acid is a potential liquid organic hydrogen carrier with high volumetric concentration of H-2, which allows for safe storage and transportation of hydrogen. Research on selective catalytic dehydrogenation of formic acid using precious metal catalysts has gained attention. Development of catalytic systems based on non-precious metals is also of interest.

CATALYSTS (2021)

Article Thermodynamics

Optimizing the structural design of cathode catalyst layer for PEM fuel cells for improving mass-specific power density

Rui Lin et al.

Summary: The appropriate PTFE gradient design significantly improves the performance of the MEA. Low PTFE content leads to inefficient hydrophobic nano particle distribution, while excessive PTFE causes active site losses.

ENERGY (2021)

Article Thermodynamics

Performance degradation prediction of direct internal reforming solid oxide fuel cell due to Ni-particle coarsening in composite anode

Quanrong Fu et al.

Summary: The study developed a fully coupled multi-field model to predict the performance degradation of SOFC due to Ni-particle coarsening, addressing the long-term stability and durability challenges. Results demonstrated that optimizing operating conditions and anode microstructure can enhance electrical performance and reduce degradation rate of SOFC.

ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT (2021)

Review Chemistry, Physical

Graphene-based electrocatalysts: Hydrogen evolution reactions and overall water splitting

Meena Nemiwal et al.

Summary: The paper reviews recent advances in graphene-based electrocatalysts for hydrogen evolution reaction and overall water splitting, focusing on strategies for optimizing electrocatalytic properties and discussing challenges and future prospects.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Enhanced mechanical properties and corrosion behavior of polypropylene/multi-walled carbon nanotubes/carbon nanofibers nanocomposites for application in bipolar plates of proton exchange membrane fuel cells

C. A. Ramirez-Herrera et al.

Summary: PP nanocomposites with MWCNT and/or CNF, fabricated by melt mixing, show enhancements in hardness, elastic modulus, and strength, with slow degradation in PEMFC environments. Based on the results, PP/20MWCNT, PP/21.5MWCNT, and PP/15MWCNT/15CNF nanocomposites are ideal choices for producing bipolar plates for PEMFCs.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Superalkali NLi4 decorated graphene: A promising hydrogen storage material with high reversible capacity at ambient temperature

Hao Qi et al.

Summary: This paper investigates the decoration of superalkali NLi4 on graphene and its hydrogen storage properties using first principles calculations. The results show that NLi4 can be stably anchored on graphene, providing more adsorption sites for hydrogen. Each NLi4 unit can adsorb up to 10 H2 molecules, with high reversible storage capacities suitable for ambient temperature hydrogen storage.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Evaluation of the effects of heat conducting enhancement measures on MOFs hydrogen storage system for ship's propulsion plant

Zheng Qingrong et al.

Summary: Experiments were conducted on developing an on board MOFs hydrogen storage system by cryo-adsorption. MIL-101 was synthesized and structural characterization was performed. Results showed that using a conformable vessel equipped with a honeycomb heat exchanging device is a feasible solution for on board MOFs hydrogen storage system.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

S, N co-doped graphene quantum dots decorated TiO2 and supported with carbon for oxygen reduction reaction catalysis

Debashis Mahato et al.

Summary: Sluggish kinetics and catalyst instability in oxygen reduction reaction are major challenges in fuel cell and metal-air battery technologies. The synthesized composite S,N-GQD/TiO2/C-800 shows outstanding catalytic activity and stability, attributed to the well-built interactivity between the components and carbon support, offering advantages in terms of electrical conductivity, surface area, and charge transfer kinetics.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

200 NL H2 hydrogen storage tank using MgH2-TiH2-C nanocomposite as H storage material

Serge Nyallang Nyamsi et al.

Summary: MgH2-based hydrogen storage materials, such as the TiH2 and MgH2 graphite-modified composite prepared by HRBM, show high reversible gravimetric H storage capacity, fast hydrogenation/dehydrogenation kinetics, and excellent cycle stability. Through optimal thermal management conditions, a nanocomposite with a maximum hydrogen storage capacity of 6.3 wt% H was successfully prepared and demonstrated good H2 desorption performance.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Strategies for scaling-up LaNi5-based hydrogen storage system with internal conical fins and cooling tubes

Satyaki Chandra et al.

Summary: The study focuses on scaling-up a 5 kg LaNi5 reactor to a 25 kg one by adjusting the tank outer diameter and the number of fins. A design with a tank OD of 114.3 mm and 60 fins shows the best performance, reducing saturation time by 57-58% compared to a proportionally scaled-up design. Connecting five units of the Reference Design in series reduces saturation time by around 60%.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Study on the eutectic formation and its correlation with the hydrogen storage properties of Mg98Ni2-xLax alloys

Xin Ding et al.

Summary: Transition metals and rare-earth elements have excellent catalytic effects on improving the de-/hydrogenation properties of Mg-based alloys. The addition of La in Mg98Ni2 alloy improves the overall hydrogen storage properties. La enhances the driving force of hydrogenation, leading to improved hydrogenation rates and capacities. The formation of refined eutectic structures and high-density LaH3 nanophses contribute to the enhanced de-/hydrogenation properties.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2021)

Article Thermodynamics

Experimental Measurement and Correlations of High Pressure Density Data for potential Liquid Organic Hydrogen Carriers

Rabya Aslam

Summary: The high pressure density data of six potential liquid organic hydrogen carrier systems were measured and correlated using the Tait equation. The experimental data were compared with correlated data, resulting in small deviations and high accuracy.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF THERMOPHYSICS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Enhancing hydrogen storage properties of MgH2 by core-shell CoNi@C

Yingyan Zhao et al.

Summary: Introducing multicomponent nanoparticles can significantly improve the de/hydrogenation kinetic properties of MgH2. The CoNi@C bimetallic nanoparticles show great potential in enhancing the hydrogen storage properties of MgH2, especially at low temperatures.

JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Investigation of solid state hydrogen storage performances of novel NaBH4/Ah-BN nanocomposite as hydrogen storage medium for fuel cell applications

Kaaviah Manoharan et al.

Summary: This study focuses on the effective storage of hydrogen using NaBH4/Ah-BN nanocomposite, which shows enhanced specific surface area and favorable binding energy for hydrogen storage. Thermal analysis confirms a two-step dehydrogenation process, while electrochemical testing reveals high discharge capacity and hydrogen storage efficiency. Overall, the prepared NaBH4/Ah-BN nanocomposite demonstrates promising potential as a hydrogen storage system and electrode material for hydrogen fuel cells.

JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Microplotter printing of planar solid electrolytes in the CeO2-Y2O3 system

Tatiana L. Simonenko et al.

Summary: The formation process of planar solid electrolytes in the CeO2-Y2O3 system was studied using advanced printing technology with functional ink based on nanopowders. The microstructure and crystal structure of oxide nanoparticles were found to depend on yttrium concentration. The local electrophysical characteristics of the coatings were analyzed, and the technology shows promise for the production of modern solid oxide fuel cells.

JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Hydrogenated graphene: Important material properties regarding its application for hydrogen storage

James R. Morse et al.

Summary: Chemically hydrogenated graphene shows promising potential as a hydrogen storage material, with various properties such as theoretical volumetric energy density, temperature and atmosphere dependence on hydrogen release, thermal expansion, and activation energy for release needing further investigation and evaluation. This research provides insight into the characterization of chemically hydrogenated graphene for its application as a hydrogen storage medium.

JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES (2021)

Article Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

Room-Temperature Hydrogen Adsorption via Spillover in Pt Nanoparticle-Decorated UiO-66 Nanoparticles: Implications for Hydrogen Storage

Po-Cheng Kang et al.

Summary: By introducing Pt nanoparticles onto MOF and manipulating their sizes, the hydrogen storage capacity has been significantly improved under high pressure, enhancing the storage effect of hydrogen at room temperature. It is found that the dispersion of Pt nanoparticles and the pore structure of MOF are crucial for hydrogen spillover effect.

ACS APPLIED NANO MATERIALS (2021)

Article Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

Synthesis of silicon-based nanosheets decorated with Pd/Li particles with enhanced hydrogen storage properties

Fei Liu et al.

Summary: Silicon-based nanosheets were prepared using a topochemical method with different solvents, and decorated with Pd/Li particles in varying ratios. The deposited Pd grains on the nanosheets transformed from dispersion particles to aggregation, significantly enhancing the hydrogen storage property. The 13 wt% Pd/Li decorated alloy demonstrated high adsorption property of 4.5 wt% and superior hydriding kinetic property, attributed to the strong physical adsorption and spillover mechanism of Pd/Li particles on the substrate. Additionally, the hydrogen storage mechanism of Pd/Li particles decorated on silicon-based nanosheets is related to electrostatic interaction induced by the strong local electric field.

ADVANCED COMPOSITES AND HYBRID MATERIALS (2021)

Article Multidisciplinary Sciences

Regulating Fe-spin state by atomically dispersed Mn-N in Fe-N-C catalysts with high oxygen reduction activity

Gege Yang et al.

Summary: The research uncovered the mechanism of the oxygen reduction reaction on dual-metal atomically dispersed Fe,Mn/N-C catalyst, demonstrating its excellent performance and durability in fuel cells and metal-air batteries.

NATURE COMMUNICATIONS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Single Atomic Cerium Sites with a High Coordination Number for Efficient Oxygen Reduction in Proton-Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells

Mengzhao Zhu et al.

Summary: The study introduces a hard-template method to synthesize rare-earth single cerium-atom-doped metal-organic frameworks with a hierarchically macro-meso-microporous structure, demonstrated by spherical aberration correction electron microscopy. The Ce sites embedded in the hierarchically macromeso-microporous N-doped carbon catalyst show high half-wave potential and power density in the oxygen reduction reaction.

ACS CATALYSIS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Hierarchical Co and Nb dual-doped MoS2 nanosheets shelled micro-TiO2 hollow spheres as effective multifunctional electrocatalysts for HER, OER, and ORR

Dinh Chuong Nguyen et al.

Summary: The Co and Nb dual-doping strategy modifies the electronic structure of MoS2, enhancing the efficiency of the Co,Nb-MoS2/TiO2 HSs catalyst for hydrogen evolution, oxygen evolution reaction, and oxygen reduction reaction. The unique hollow spherical structure and synergistic effects between TiO2 core and MoS2 shell provide effective channels for electron transfer and facilitate ion diffusion.

NANO ENERGY (2021)

Article Energy & Fuels

Boron-doped nitrogen-deficient carbon nitride-based Z-scheme heterostructures for photocatalytic overall water splitting

Daming Zhao et al.

Summary: Researchers have successfully used doped carbon nitride-based Z-scheme heterostructures to split water and produce hydrogen, but coupling suitable H-2 and O-2 evolution components remains challenging.

NATURE ENERGY (2021)

Article Metallurgy & Metallurgical Engineering

Stabilization of low-valence transition metal towards advanced catalytic effects on the hydrogen storage performance of magnesium hydride

Jian Zhang et al.

Summary: This study confirms that doping low-valence transition metals into MgO can weaken Mg-H bonds and reduce energy required for hydrogen desorption, resulting in superior catalytic activity compared to TMOs and MgO. The hybridization between Mg(Nb)O and MgH2 promotes charge transfer, enhancing hydrogen storage performance with reduced activation energy and increased reversible capacity.

JOURNAL OF MAGNESIUM AND ALLOYS (2021)

Article Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

Magnetically Isolable Pt0/Co3O4 Nanocatalysts: Outstanding Catalytic Activity and High Reusability in Hydrolytic Dehydrogenation of Ammonia Borane

Serdar Akbayrak et al.

Summary: The development of a new platinum nanocatalyst with superb catalytic activity and excellent reusability for hydrogen generation from ammonia borane has been reported. The catalyst shows the highest turnover frequency among reported platinum nanocatalysts developed for this purpose.

ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES (2021)

Article Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

Anchored Pt-Co Nanoparticles on Honeycombed Graphene as Highly Durable Catalysts for the Oxygen Reduction Reaction

Rui Lin et al.

Summary: Improving the durability of catalyst can be achieved through spatial protection and introduction of oxygen groups on the carrier, resulting in Pt-Co/3D rHPGO catalyst exhibiting a 2-fold enhancement in mass activity compared to commercial Pt/C catalyst. After accelerated durability test, Pt-Co/3D rHPGO catalyst showed minimal performance loss, indicating splendid durability.

ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES (2021)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Graphene supported MgNi alloy nanocomposite as a room temperature hydrogen storage material - Experiments and theoretical insights

Sai Smruti Samantaray et al.

Summary: Experimental studies and DFT calculations were conducted to investigate the hydrogen storage properties of graphene supported MgNi alloy nanoparticles nanocomposites. The results showed a significant enhancement in hydrogen storage capacity, with DFT calculations shedding light on the underlying adsorption mechanism.

ACTA MATERIALIA (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Investigation of Ti-Mo mixed oxide-carbon composite supported Pt electrocatalysts: Effect of the type of carbonaceous materials

Irina Borbath et al.

Summary: The study focused on the effect of different types of carbon materials and various mixed oxide/carbon ratios on the structure and electrochemical performance of Ti0.8M0.2O2-C composites as supports for Pt-based fuel cell electrocatalysts. Results showed that catalysts containing 75 wt.% of Ti0.8Mo0.2O2 had better CO tolerance, while catalysts with high carbon content (75 wt.%) exhibited a more homogeneous microstructure for enhanced long-term stability. In conclusion, Pt electrocatalysts based on Black Pearls with a Ti0.8Mo0.2O2/C ratio of 25/75 appear to be the most promising.

APPLIED CATALYSIS A-GENERAL (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Highly efficient overall-water splitting enabled via grafting boron-inserted Fe-Ni solid solution nanosheets onto unconventional skeleton

Weiju Hao et al.

Summary: The introduction of boron into Fe-Ni solid solution nanosheets to form B-FeNi@HS greatly enhances the catalytic activity for water splitting, with excellent stability and high efficiency.

APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

In situ growth of vertically aligned ultrathin MoS2 on porous g-C3N4 for efficient photocatalytic hydrogen production

Xiang Liu et al.

Summary: MoS2 nanosheets are grown in situ on porous g-C3N4 surface, forming special vertical structures that promote the separation of photoinduced carriers and enhance H-2 evolution efficiency.

APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE (2021)

Article Engineering, Environmental

Self-supported Co/CoO anchored on N-doped carbon composite as bifunctional electrocatalyst for efficient overall water splitting

Kaiqing Dai et al.

Summary: A non-noble metal-based bifunctional electrocatalyst Co/CoO@NC@CC has been designed and synthesized for boosting both hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) and oxygen evolution reaction (OER) simultaneously, showing superior activities and stability in overall water splitting. The catalyst exhibits efficient electron transfer, low overpotentials, and only requires a small cell voltage for driving water splitting, making it a promising candidate for practical applications.

CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL (2021)

Review Energy & Fuels

Towards the Hydrogen Economy-A Review of the Parameters That Influence the Efficiency of Alkaline Water Electrolyzers

Ana L. Santos et al.

Summary: Environmental concerns have made the search for cleaner energy sources a top priority worldwide. Hydrogen, with its high energy content, is a well-known energy carrier, but the efficiency of its production through electrolysis, particularly alkaline water electrolysis, still has room for improvement. Optimizing cell components and operating conditions is key to enhancing electrolyzer efficiency.

ENERGIES (2021)

Review Energy & Fuels

Liquid Hydrogen: A Review on Liquefaction, Storage, Transportation, and Safety

Muhammad Aziz

Summary: Decarbonization is crucial for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and establishing a zero-carbon society. Hydrogen is seen as a promising secondary energy source that offers high energy density and purity. Liquid hydrogen is gaining attention due to the need for long-term storage, long-distance transportation, and economic feasibility.

ENERGIES (2021)

Article Thermodynamics

Hydrogen production from homocyclic liquid organic hydrogen carriers (LOHCs): Benchmarking studies and energy-economic analyses

Yeonsu Kwak et al.

Summary: The study investigated the dehydrogenation characteristics of different homocyclic LOHCs, focusing on four LOHCs for comparative analysis. Post-mortem analyses on the catalyst, physicochemical properties of LOHCs, energy analysis, and economic assessment were discussed, suggesting a strategy for promoting the practical use of homocyclic LOHCs in a maritime transport scenario.

ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT (2021)

Article Energy & Fuels

Progress in carbon-based electrocatalyst derived from biomass for the hydrogen evolution reaction

Qichang Wang et al.

Summary: Carbon-based electrocatalysts derived from biomass show promise for hydrogen evolution reaction (HER), especially when decorated with transition metals and trace amounts of precious metals to enhance activity. However, challenges remain in understanding conversion mechanisms, metal modifications, reproducibility, and integration with renewable energy equipment.
Review Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Biopolymer-derived (nano)catalysts for hydrogen evolution via hydrolysis of hydrides and electrochemical and photocatalytic techniques: A review

Babak Jaleh et al.

Summary: In recent decades, concerns about environmental damages of fossil fuels, increasing CO2 emissions, and decreasing hydrogen have been growing. Biodegradable polymers, particularly polysaccharides and proteins, are increasingly being used in hydrogen production due to their ecofriendly properties. Green and facile hydrogen production techniques, such as electrochemical HER, photocatalysis, and hydride hydrolysis, are gaining attention.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Preparation of Pt supported on mesoporous Mg-Al oxide catalysts for efficient dehydrogenation of methylcyclohexane

Kui Wu et al.

Summary: In this study, Pt supported on Mg-Al oxide catalysts were prepared to enhance the hydrogen evolution rate in the dehydrogenation of methylcyclohexane (MCH). The effects of the co-precipitation reaction time during the preparation of Mg-Al hydrotalcite on their structural properties were studied, showing increased pore diameter and Pt dispersion with prolonged reaction time. The resultant catalysts exhibited high activity and stability in the dehydrogenation process.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Metal-free rapid dehydrogenation kinetics and better regeneration yield of ammonia borane

Animesh Hajari et al.

Summary: Ammonia borane is a promising hydrogen storage material with high hydrogen content, but regeneration from dehydrogenated products is essential for sustainable use. In this work, acetone was used as a reagent to aid in the regeneration process of ammonia borane and its products, achieving an overall regeneration yield of 68% and a conversion yield of 83%.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Catalytically activated stainless steel plates for the dehydrogenation of perhydro dibenzyltoluene

T. Solymosi et al.

Summary: Catalytically activated stainless steel plates are proposed as a promising alternative for LOHC dehydrogenation, offering better heat transport and higher activity compared to pellet catalysts. Modification with platinum sulfite and post-treatment with (NH4)(2)SO4 improved catalyst performance, reducing high-boiler formation and increasing activity by >35%. These findings could lead to the development of heat transfer plates for incorporation into future high-temperature fuel cell stacks.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Low-temperature chemical synthesis of intermetallic TiFe nanoparticles for hydrogen absorption

Yasukazu Kobayashi et al.

Summary: The nano-sized TiFe hydrogen storage alloy was found to be more difficult to activate than the bulk powder, due to the stabilized oxidized surface layers of the nanoparticles preventing the morphological change necessary for activation.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Effect of Sm content on activation capability and hydrogen storage performances of TiFe alloy

Yanghuan Zhang et al.

Summary: Element substitution is an efficient method to enhance the activation property of TiFe alloys by partially replacing Fe with Zr, Mn, Ni and Ti with rare earth Sm. The addition of Sm refines the grain of the alloys and improves activation performance. The activation process can be further improved by partially replacing Ti with Sm, resulting in a shorter incubation period.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Synthesis of borohydride nanoparticles at room temperature by precipitation

Ting Wang et al.

Summary: Borohydride nanoparticles were synthesized successfully using a modified ternary anti-precipitation method. The addition of a co-solvent and the carbon chain length of the stabilising surfactant play crucial roles in controlling particle size. This method offers an effective and simple way to prepare nanosized borohydride particles for hydrogen storage, while reducing the contamination of hydrogen release caused by stabilising surfactants.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Enabling easy and efficient hydrogen release below 80 °C from NaBH4 with multi-hydroxyl xylitol

Jiaguang Zheng et al.

Summary: In this study, multihydroxyl xylitol was chosen as a protic hydrogen carrier to react with NaBH4, leading to the fast liberation of hydrogen with high efficiency. The NaBH4-xylitol composites showed great potential to produce hydrogen under low temperatures through solid-state carriers, offering a promising approach for hydrogen storage and release applications.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Study on the degradation mechanism of the frame for membrane electrode assembly in proton exchange membrane fuel cell

Wan Yue et al.

Summary: In this study, a series of experiments were conducted to explore the degradation mechanism of the frame in the proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cell. It was found that acid solution contributes significantly to the failure of the frame, with peeling strength showing the most significant decline. The study reveals the degradation process of the frame for the first time, enhancing understanding of frame failure.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Predicting hydrogen adsorption and desorption rates in cylindrical metal hydride beds: Empirical correlations and machine learning

Chun-Sheng Wang et al.

Summary: This study explores the influence of reaction chamber shape and material on adsorption and desorption rates in chemisorptive hydrogen storage in metal hydrides. The results indicate that thermal diffusion is a limiting factor in the adsorption and desorption processes. A storage efficiency concept is proposed, and empirical correlations for predicting adsorption and desorption efficiency are developed. Additionally, a machine-learning based data model is presented for more accurate prediction of storage efficiency.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Efficient hydrolytic dehydrogenation of ammonia borane over ultrafine Ru nanoparticles supported on biomass-derived porous carbon

Shuai-Hui Li et al.

Summary: The study investigates the effects of catalyst preparation and reaction conditions on the hydrolysis rate of ammonia borane, leading to the discovery of optimal Ru/p-C catalysts with excellent catalytic performance, low activation energy, and high turnover frequency.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Influence of noble metals on the electronic and optical properties of LiH hydride: First-principles calculations

Ende Yu et al.

Summary: In this study using first-principles calculations, it was found that noble metals have thermodynamic stability in LiH hydride, with Pt-doped LiH showing dynamical stability. The introduction of noble metals improves electronic transfer performance of LiH and eliminates the band gap when H-1s state is induced to the Fermi level. Additionally, Pt doping enhances the optical activity of LiH for visible and infrared light.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Effect of zinc substitution by magnesium and cadmium on hydrogen storage properties of connector-metal-organic framework-5

Majid El Kassaoui et al.

Summary: MOFs, especially Zn-MOF-5, are considered promising materials due to their high surface area, porosity, pore size tunability, rigidity, flexibility, and thermal stability. However, issues such as low enthalpy change and desorption temperature hinder their use. This study presents a substitution approach to improve the thermodynamic properties of MOF-5, with results showing that Cd and Mg connectors can enhance stability and hydrogen adsorption capacity.

JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

A high-entropy perovskite cathode for solid oxide fuel cells

Quan Yang et al.

Summary: The high-entropy cathode HEP has shown outstanding electrochemical performance in SOFCs, indicating promising potential applications.

JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Structure-regulated Ru particles decorated P-vacancy-rich CoP as a highly active and durable catalyst for NaBH4 hydrolysis

Shuqing Zhou et al.

Summary: This study demonstrates a process for preparing a cobalt phosphide-supported Ru particulate nanocatalyst with abundant phosphorus vacancies, which shows excellent catalytic performance and high hydrogen generation rate in NaBH4 hydrolysis. The optimized catalyst has the lowest activation energy and good reusability.

JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE (2021)

Article Engineering, Chemical

Functionalized TiO2 mediated organic-inorganic composite membranes based on quaternized poly(arylene ether ketone) with enhanced ionic conductivity and alkaline stability for alkaline fuel cells

Kyu Ha Lee et al.

Summary: The study fabricated QPAEK/f-TiO2 composite membranes with varying contents of f-TiO2, and characterized their structure using different techniques. The addition of f-TiO2 enlarged the ion cluster and increased ion conductivity, with the maximum ion domain size and conductivity observed at 5wt% filler content.

JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

A View on Formation Gap in Transition Metal Hydrides and Its Collapse

Hiroshi Mizoguchi et al.

Summary: Transition metals, including platinum group carbonyl complexes, are important catalysts with theoretical and practical value, successfully applied in many organic synthesis reactions and reactions of oxidizing olefin compounds.

JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Modulating Coordination Environment of Single-Atom Catalysts and Their Proximity to Photosensitive Units for Boosting MOF Photocatalysis

Xing Ma et al.

Summary: A general and facile strategy for the construction of high-loading single-atom catalysts with a tunable coordination microenvironment has been developed based on metal-organic frameworks. The well-accessible and atomically dispersed metal sites possess close proximity to photosensitive units, greatly accelerating charge transfer and promoting photocatalysis. The optimized Ni-1-S/MOF with a unique Ni(I) microenvironment presents excellent photocatalytic H-2 production activity, surpassing other counterparts.

JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Pt-Co@Pt Octahedral Nanocrystals: Enhancing Their Activity and Durability toward Oxygen Reduction with an Intermetallic Core and an Ultrathin Shell

Minghao Xie et al.

Summary: In this study, Pt-Co@Pt octahedral nanocrystals were successfully synthesized with an intermetallic Pt-Co core and an ultrathin Pt shell dominated by {111} facets on the surface. These nanocrystals showed significantly improved catalytic performance towards the oxygen reduction reaction compared to a commercial Pt/C catalyst, with a mass activity 13.4 times higher and a specific activity 29.5 times higher. Importantly, the mass activity of the nanocrystals only decreased by 21% after 30,000 cycles of accelerated durability testing, indicating their outstanding potential as catalysts for ORR and related reactions.

JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Optimizing Hydrogen Storage in MOFs through Engineering of Crystal Morphology and Control of Crystal Size

Kuthuru Suresh et al.

Summary: By improving packing efficiency and crystal size distributions, the hydrogen storage density of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) can be significantly enhanced, maximizing storage capacity. System model projections show that engineering crystal morphology/size or using bimodal distributions of cubic crystal sizes can surpass the current volumetric capacity of compressed storage systems.

JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY (2021)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Effect of Fe substitution by Mn and Cr on first hydrogenation kinetics of air-exposed TiFe-based hydrogen storage alloy

Ki Beom Park et al.

Summary: This study investigated the effects of substituting Fe with Mn and Cr on the microstructure and first hydrogenation kinetics of a TiFe-based hydrogen storage alloy. Thermodynamic calculations and microstructure analysis were used to predict phase formation behaviors and observe trends in the first hydrogenation kinetics. It was found that both the microstructure and the percentage/composition of Laves phases in the alloys significantly influenced the first hydrogenation kinetics.

MATERIALS CHARACTERIZATION (2021)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Catalytic effects of TiO2 on hydrogen storage thermodynamics and kinetics of the as-milled Mg-based alloy

Yanghuan Zhang et al.

Summary: The addition of TiO2 in magnesium based materials improves the efficiency of mechanical milling and enhances the hydrogen storage performance, especially in the as-milled (x = 5) alloy. The alloy exhibits an amorphous and nanocrystalline structure, and the TiO2 content has a slight effect on the thermodynamic properties of the alloys. The optimal hydrogen storage property is shown in the as-milled (x = 5) alloy due to its minimum dehydrogenation apparent activation energy.

MATERIALS CHARACTERIZATION (2021)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

High hydrogen uptake by a metal-graphene-microporous carbon network

Arghya Narayan Banerjee et al.

Summary: In this study, a simple and cost-effective sputtering technique was used to fabricate metal-incorporated graphitic microporous carbon film, with differential resistance measurements carried out in H-2 ambient to observe high hydrogen uptake within the samples. The research found that the average number of graphene layers formed was dependent on sputtering parameters, leading to an increase in hydrogen adsorption due to various effects such as molecular hydrogen uptake at graphene layers, activation of more active sites in micropores, and promotion of molecular dissociation into atomic hydrogen by metal nanoparticles.

MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING B-ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL SOLID-STATE MATERIALS (2021)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Hydrogen absorption-desorption cycle decay mechanism of palladium nanoparticle decorated nitrogen doped graphene

Jiao Li et al.

Summary: By using a high temperature thermal reduction method, Pd/N-rGO was synthesized and its hydrogen absorption-desorption cycle performance was investigated. The study showed that the decrease in hydrogen storage capacity after cycling was mainly due to the shedding and aggregation of palladium nanoparticles.

PROGRESS IN NATURAL SCIENCE-MATERIALS INTERNATIONAL (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Fundamental Studies of Planar Single-Crystalline Oxide Model Electrodes (RuO2, IrO2) for Acidic Water Splitting

Herbert Over

Summary: This passage discusses electrocatalytic water splitting and the use of RuO2 and IrO2 in the OER process under acidic conditions. It also touches on the microscopic understanding of corrosion processes and the rate-determining steps in OER over these oxides. Ultimately, it aims to uncover the material properties underlying observed electrochemical stability and activity.

ACS CATALYSIS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Enhanced Photofixation of Dinitrogen to Ammonia over a Biomimetic Metal (Fe,Mo)-Doped Mesoporous MCM-41 Zeolite Catalyst under Ambient Conditions

Suresh Thangudu et al.

Summary: The successful conversion of dinitrogen to ammonia using a synthetic biomimetic metal-doped catalyst in a photochemical system offers a high yield and remarkable efficiency.

ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING (2021)

Article Energy & Fuels

Pt/Fe2O3 with Pt-Fe pair sites as a catalyst for oxygen reduction with ultralow Pt loading

Ruijie Gao et al.

Summary: The study focuses on loading platinum onto α-Fe2O3 to create a highly active and stable catalyst with dispersed Pt-Fe pair sites, which exhibits excellent catalytic performance and cycling stability in alkaline conditions.

NATURE ENERGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Enhanced H2 Storage Capacity of Bilayer Hexagonal Boron Nitride (h-BN) Incorporating van der Waals Interaction under an Applied External Electric Field

Bhanu Chettri et al.

Summary: With the introduction of an external electric field, the h-BN bilayer shows enhanced average adsorption energy and desorption temperature, making it a promising candidate for hydrogen storage.

ACS OMEGA (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Analysis of the limitations in the oxygen reduction activity of transition metal oxide surfaces

Hao Li et al.

Summary: The oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) is crucial for fuel cell performance, with TMOs offering operational stability but lower activity compared to Pt-based electrocatalysts. The challenges in finding TMOs with high ORR activity lie in weaker oxygen binding on TMO surfaces and stronger electric field effects, making O-O bond breaking difficult. Experimental screening of 7,798 unique TMO compositions confirmed their lower activity compared to Pt.

NATURE CATALYSIS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Designing and Encapsulation of Inorganic Al12N12 Nanoclusters with Be, Mg, and Ca Metals for Efficient Hydrogen Adsorption: A Step Forward Towards Hydrogen Storage Materials

Muhammad Yasir Mehboob et al.

Summary: The study investigated the hydrogen adsorption properties of alkaline earth metal-encapsulated Al12N12 nanoclusters, revealing that AEM encapsulation can enhance nonlinear optical reactions and thermodynamic adsorption properties, particularly with higher adsorption energy observed in Ca and Mg encapsulated cages.

JOURNAL OF COMPUTATIONAL BIOPHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Solid oxide proton conductors beyond perovskites

Sacha Fop

Summary: Solid oxide proton conductors are crucial materials for hydrogen-based energy technologies, with various structure types including perovskite and derivatives. Recent reports show that these materials exhibit high ionic conductivity, offering potential for innovative discoveries.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Polyetherimide-LaNi5 composite films for hydrogen storage applications

Gabriel Rodrigues de Almeida Neto et al.

Summary: This study investigated the preparation of PEI-LaNi5 composite films for hydrogen storage, demonstrating that PEI films filled with LaNi5 are promising materials for this purpose. The membranes were successfully produced through solvent casting assisted by an ultrasonic bath, and the results showed that the film morphology remained unchanged after hydrogenation cycles.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Efficient non-metal based conducting polymers for photocatalytic hydrogen production: comparative study between polyaniline, polypyrrole and PEDOT

Haitham M. El-Bery et al.

Summary: Incorporating conducting polymers with TiO2 has been recognized as a promising approach for fabricating efficient non-metal based photocatalysts. The optimized mass ratios in composites lead to higher H-2 evolution rates, significantly enhancing photocatalytic performance compared to bare TiO2. The wet incipient impregnation method shows potential for providing excellent interfaces for charge transfer between components in the synthesized composites.

RSC ADVANCES (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Realizing 6.7 wt% reversible storage of hydrogen at ambient temperature with non-confined ultrafine magnesium hydrides

Xin Zhang et al.

Summary: Using ultrafine magnesium hydride nanoparticles without scaffolds or supports, reversible hydrogen storage at ambient temperature with a capacity of 6.7 wt% was achieved, thanks to thermodynamic destabilization and decreased kinetic barriers. The nanoparticles exhibited stable and rapid hydrogen cycling behavior at 150 degrees C, showing a significant improvement compared to bulk MgH2. This study brings magnesium hydride closer to practical applications and introduces new pathways for fabricating sensitive nanoparticles.

ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (2021)

Review Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear

Mechanistic insights into the thermal decomposition of ammonia borane, a material studied for chemical hydrogen storage

Umit B. Demirci

Summary: Ammonia borane (AB) was discovered in the 1950s, but its potential as a chemical hydrogen storage material was only recognized in the 2000s. It has complex decomposition mechanisms, with recent studies providing insights into the process and potential strategies for destabilization to release pure hydrogen. This understanding is crucial for technological progress in utilizing AB for hydrogen storage.

INORGANIC CHEMISTRY FRONTIERS (2021)

Article Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

Ni-Doped Carbon Nanotube-Mg(BH4)2 Composites for Hydrogen Storage

Jianguang Yuan et al.

Summary: By introducing Ni/MWCNTs catalyst into Mg(BH4)(2), the hydrogen desorption rates were significantly improved, and the 95M@5NiMWCNTs sample showed the best hydrogen storage performance.

ACS APPLIED NANO MATERIALS (2021)

Article Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

Nanoconfinement of Complex Borohydrides for Hydrogen Storage

Qiwen Lai et al.

Summary: The thermodynamic behavior of complex borohydrides confined in mesoporous hollow carbon spheres was investigated, showing no variation of equilibrium plateau pressure upon changes in the hydrogen sorption temperatures. This is interpreted as a result of the high pressure within the carbon nanopores, providing a means to control the thermodynamics of nanosized hydrides.

ACS APPLIED NANO MATERIALS (2021)

Article Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

TiO2-Decorated Titanium Carbide MXene co-Doped with Nitrogen and Sulfur for Oxygen Electroreduction

Haridas Parse et al.

Summary: The study presents the development of an efficient electrocatalyst for the electroreduction of oxygen in low-temperature fuel cells by self-decoration of TiO2 on the surface and in between layers of nitrogen (-N), sulfur (-S) co-doped MXene (Ti3C2) to form Ti3C2/NSCD-600 nanocomposite. The optimized nanocomposite exhibits improved catalytic performance, faster kinetics, and better cycling stability compared to state-of-the-art catalyst (Pt/C), demonstrating potential for energy generation in low-temperature FCs.

ACS APPLIED NANO MATERIALS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Reinforced Polyphenylene Ionomer Membranes Exhibiting High Fuel Cell Performance and Mechanical Durability

Junpei Miyake et al.

Summary: Reinforced membranes composed of SPP-QP-PE showed high proton conductivity, mechanical toughness, and gas impermeability, performing well in fuel cells under high operating conditions. The use of SPP-QP with higher ion exchange capacity led to improved fuel cell performance even at low humidified conditions.

ACS MATERIALS AU (2021)

Article Chemistry, Applied

Hierarchically skeletal multi-layered Pt-Ni nanocrystals for highly efficient oxygen reduction and methanol oxidation reactions

Shibo Li et al.

Summary: A new class of hierarchically skeletal Pt-Ni nanocrystals with enhanced activity and stability has been successfully synthesized by adding H2SO4, showing promising potential for significant improvements of Pt based alloy electrocatalysts in fuel cell applications.

CHINESE JOURNAL OF CATALYSIS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Single-atom oxygen reduction reaction electrocatalysts of Fe, Si, and N co-doped carbon with 3D interconnected mesoporosity

Hee Soo Kim et al.

Summary: This study reports a novel FeSiNC catalyst with excellent oxygen reduction reaction activity in zinc-air and fuel cells, comparable to the most efficient non-Pt-based catalysts, and exhibits outstanding performance in single-cell devices.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A (2021)

Article Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear

Improvement of the hydrogen storage characteristics of MgH2 with a flake Ni nano-catalyst composite

Xinglin Yang et al.

Summary: The hydrogen storage performance of MgH2 can be effectively improved by doping with a flake Ni nano-catalyst, achieving high hydrogen release and absorption rates at elevated temperatures. The addition of Ni also lowers the activation energies for hydrogen absorption and dehydrogenation, while forming Mg2Ni/Mg2NiH4 on the surface to act as a hydrogen pump, accelerating the reaction rates.

DALTON TRANSACTIONS (2021)

Review Chemistry, Physical

Recent advances in highly active nanostructured NiFe LDH catalyst for electrochemical water splitting

Pradnya M. Bodhankar et al.

Summary: This review discusses the potential of using highly active nickel-iron layered double hydroxide (NiFe LDH) catalyst for electrochemical water splitting and offers recommendations for improving its performance through various methods. NiFe LDH catalysts show promise in the future hydrogen economy.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

A-site deficient chromite with in situ Ni exsolution as a fuel electrode for solid oxide cells (SOCs)

Diana-Maria Amaya-Duenas et al.

Summary: The study focused on the synthesis and characterization of A-site deficient lanthanum strontium chromite perovskite La0.65Sr0.3Cr0.85Ni0.15O3-delta (L65SCrN) decorated with Ni nanoparticles for solid oxide cells, as well as evaluating its performance by various analytical techniques. The fuel electrode based on L65SCrN demonstrated comparable electrochemical performance to state-of-the-art Ni-based cermets on an ESC, showing promise for SOC applications. Further research on Ni exsolution in doped chromites is suggested for optimizing the size of Ni nanoparticles.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Li-fluorine codoped electrospun carbon nanofibers for enhanced hydrogen storage

Xiaohong Chen et al.

Summary: Carbon materials have great potential for hydrogen storage due to their specific surface areas, weight, and mechanical properties. The utilization of nanoporous structures, doped heteroatoms, and decorated metal nanoparticles can significantly improve the hydrogen absorption performance. In this study, Li-fluorine codoped porous carbon nanofibers (Li-F-PCNFs) were synthesized to enhance hydrogen storage capacity, demonstrating promising applications in fuel cells.

RSC ADVANCES (2021)

Review Chemistry, Physical

Recent advances in highly active nanostructured NiFe LDH catalyst for electrochemical water splitting

Pradnya M. Bodhankar et al.

Summary: This review highlights the significance of highly efficient NiFe LDH catalysts in electrochemical water splitting and discusses various strategies to enhance their electrocatalytic performance. The emphasis is on practical challenges and future prospects for the development and scale-up of NiFe LDH catalysts for industrial electrolyzer applications.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A (2021)

Article Materials Science, Coatings & Films

Plasma-Sprayed High-Performance (Bi2O3)0.75(Y2O3)0.25 Electrolyte for Intermediate-Temperature Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (IT-SOFCs)

Rui Chen et al.

Summary: This study investigates the deposition of high-performance Bi2O3-based electrolytes using plasma spraying at low temperature, showing that the deposition temperature affects the microstructure, crystalline stability, and ion conductivity of the electrolytes. The as-sprayed YSB electrolytes exhibit dense microstructure with well-bonded lamellar interfaces, and the pure delta-phase YSB electrolyte shows excellent ionic conductivity at 700 degrees C compared to sintered bulk.

JOURNAL OF THERMAL SPRAY TECHNOLOGY (2021)

Article Thermodynamics

Ni-GDC and Ni-YSZ electrodes operated in solid oxide electrolysis and fuel cell modes

Anna Sciazko et al.

Summary: This study investigated the correlation between changes in microstructure and degradation of electrochemical performance for Ni-GDC and Ni-YSZ electrodes in SOC operation. The degradation mechanisms associated with the Ni phase were found to be similar for both electrodes, while the stability of the ceramic phase differed significantly between the two materials.

JOURNAL OF THERMAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Understanding the Selectivity of the Oxygen Reduction Reaction at the Atomistic Level on Nitrogen-Doped Graphitic Carbon Materials

Hector Noe Fernandez-Escamilla et al.

Summary: The research found that graphitic N sites prefer the two-electron pathway, while pyridinic N sites lead to the four-electron pathway. The results indicate the significance of dangling bonds and/or pentagonal C rings in selectivity towards the four-electron pathway.

ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Applied

Sulfur-mediated photodeposition synthesis of NiS cocatalyst for boosting H-2-evolution performance of g-C3N4 photocatalyst

Min Wang et al.

Summary: By utilizing a sulfur-mediated photodeposition method, NiS cocatalysts were successfully deposited in situ on the g-C3N4 surface, providing more active sites for H-2 production. The reaction was conducted at room temperature using solar energy, and the synthesized NiS/g-C3N4 photocatalyst achieved excellent hydrogen generation performance, demonstrating the versatility and efficiency of this approach for synthesizing high-efficiency photocatalysts.

CHINESE JOURNAL OF CATALYSIS (2021)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Metal Boride-Based Catalysts for Electrochemical Water-Splitting: A Review

Suraj Gupta et al.

ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS (2020)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Recent Advances in Electrocatalytic Hydrogen Evolution Using Nanoparticles

Jing Zhu et al.

CHEMICAL REVIEWS (2020)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Closing the Loop for Hydrogen Storage: Facile Regeneration of NaBH4 from its Hydrolytic Product

Yongyang Zhu et al.

ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION (2020)

Review Engineering, Chemical

Alkaline Water Electrolysis Powered by Renewable Energy: A Review

Joern Brauns et al.

PROCESSES (2020)

Article Chemistry, Applied

Bimetallic Ru-Ni/TiO2 catalysts for hydrogenation of N-ethylcarbazole: Role of TiO2 crystal structure

Hongen Yu et al.

JOURNAL OF ENERGY CHEMISTRY (2020)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Preparation and electrochemical hydrogen storage properties of Ti49Zr26Ni25 alloy covered with porous polyaniline

Heng Liu et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2020)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Recent Progress in Low Pt Content Electrocatalysts for Hydrogen Evolution Reaction

Zheng Li et al.

ADVANCED MATERIALS INTERFACES (2020)

Review Environmental Sciences

Trends and future challenges in hydrogen production and storage research

Wenjing Liu et al.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH (2020)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Hydrogen storage in TiZrNbFeNi high entropy alloys, designed by thermodynamic calculations

Ricardo Floriano et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2020)

Review Multidisciplinary Sciences

Recent advances in solid oxide cell technology for electrolysis

A. Hauch et al.

SCIENCE (2020)

Editorial Material Electrochemistry

Hydrogen Generation Using Solid Oxide Electrolysis Cells

K. Kamlungsua et al.

FUEL CELLS (2020)

Review Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Characterization of Carbon Materials for Hydrogen Storage and Compression

Giuseppe Sdanghi et al.

C-JOURNAL OF CARBON RESEARCH (2020)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Hydrogen storage characteristics of Li and Na decorated 2D boron phosphide

Nabil Khossossi et al.

SUSTAINABLE ENERGY & FUELS (2020)

Review Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

Two-Dimensional Layered Materials: High-Efficient Electrocatalysts for Hydrogen Evolution Reaction

Qing Zhu et al.

ACS APPLIED NANO MATERIALS (2020)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Porous organic polymers: a promising platform for efficient photocatalysis

Ting Zhang et al.

MATERIALS CHEMISTRY FRONTIERS (2020)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Concepts for improving hydrogen storage in nanoporous materials

D. P. Broom et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2019)

Review Chemistry, Physical

Development of lanthanum strontium cobalt ferrite perovskite electrodes of solid oxide fuel cells - A review

San Ping Jiang

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2019)

Review Polymer Science

Highly Porous Organic Polymers for Hydrogen Fuel Storage

Kimberley Cousins et al.

POLYMERS (2019)

Review Electrochemistry

Cobalt-Free Perovskite Cathodes for Solid Oxide Fuel Cells

Siti Salwa Hashim et al.

CHEMELECTROCHEM (2019)

Review Chemistry, Physical

Hydrogen energy, economy and storage: Review and recommendation

J. O. Abe et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2019)

Article Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear

Active Sites in Single-Layer BiOX (X = Cl, Br, and I) Catalysts for the Hydrogen Evolution Reaction

Hai-xi Pan et al.

INORGANIC CHEMISTRY (2019)

Review Chemistry, Physical

Two-dimensional carbon nitride-based composites for photocatalytic hydrogen evolution

Shengnan Tang et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2019)

Review Environmental Sciences

Sustainable hydrogen production for the greener environment by quantum dots-based efficient photocatalysts: A review

V. Navakoteswara Rao et al.

JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT (2019)

Review Energy & Fuels

Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technology for the Sustainable Future of Stationary Applications

Raluca-Andreea Felseghi et al.

ENERGIES (2019)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Magnesium oxide clusters as promising candidates for hydrogen storage

Juan Pablo Mojica-Sanchez et al.

PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS (2019)

Review Chemistry, Physical

Nanoscale hetero-interfaces between metals and metal compounds for electrocatalytic applications

Taehyun Kwon et al.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A (2019)

Review Energy & Fuels

Hydrogen storage in carbon materials-A review

Man Mohan et al.

ENERGY STORAGE (2019)

Review Polymer Science

Polymers for carrying and storing hydrogen

Ryo Kato et al.

POLYMER JOURNAL (2018)

Article Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

Remarkable Synergistic Catalysis of Ni-Doped Ultrafine TiO2 on Hydrogen Sorption Kinetics of MgH2

Jiguang Zhang et al.

ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES (2018)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Supercritical cryo-compressed hydrogen storage for fuel cell electric buses

R. K. Ahluwalia et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2018)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Determination of key parameters responsible for polymeric liner collapse in hyperbaric type IV hydrogen storage vessels

Julie Pepin et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2018)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Boosting electrocatalytic hydrogen evolution by plasmon-driven hot-electron excitation

Hai-Xia Zhang et al.

NANOSCALE (2018)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Remarkable hydrogen storage properties of MgH2 doped with VNbO5

Antonio Valentoni et al.

PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS (2018)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Compaction of a zirconium metal-organic framework (UiO-66) for high density hydrogen storage applications

Sonwabo E. Bambalaza et al.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A (2018)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Short review on cobalt-free cathodes for solid oxide fuel cells

Nurul Akidah Baharuddin et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2017)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Hydrogen storage in polymer-based processable microporous composites

Sebastien Rochat et al.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A (2017)

Article Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear

Intracell Hydrogen Adsorption-Transmission in a Co2P Solid Hydrogen-Storage Material

Di Bao et al.

EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF INORGANIC CHEMISTRY (2016)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Formation of Mg-Nb-O rock salt structures in a series of mechanochemically activated MgH2 + nNb2O5 (n=0.083-1.50) mixtures

D. Pukazhselvan et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2016)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Kinetics studies of the reversible partial decomposition reaction in Mg(BH4)2

Olena Zavorotynska et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2016)

Article Chemistry, Physical

High-Throughput Screening of Metal-Organic Frameworks for Hydrogen Storage at Cryogenic Temperature

N. Scott Bobbitt et al.

JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY C (2016)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Noble metal-free hydrogen evolution catalysts for water splitting

Xiaoxin Zou et al.

CHEMICAL SOCIETY REVIEWS (2015)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Study of highly porous polymers for H2 fuel storage using positron annihilation lifetime spectroscopy

Renwu Zhang et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2015)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Sorbent material property requirements for on-board hydrogen storage for automotive fuel cell systems

R. K. Ahluwalia et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2015)

Review Chemistry, Physical

Hydrogen and fuel cell technologies for heating: A review

Paul E. Dodds et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2015)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Ammonia borane-polyethylene oxide composite materials for solid hydrogen

A. S. Nathanson et al.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A (2015)

Review Multidisciplinary Sciences

The dual role of hydrogen peroxide in fuel cells

Liang An et al.

SCIENCE BULLETIN (2015)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Earth-abundant cocatalysts for semiconductor-based photocatalytic water splitting

Jingrun Ran et al.

CHEMICAL SOCIETY REVIEWS (2014)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Bounding material properties for automotive storage of hydrogen in metal hydrides for low-temperature fuel cells

R. K. Ahluwalia et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2014)

Article Chemistry, Physical

A comparative study of catalytic dehydrogenation of perhydro-N-ethylcarbazole over noble metal catalysts

Ming Yang et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2014)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Effect of LiH on hydrogen storage property of MgH2

Haiyan Leng et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2014)

Review Green & Sustainable Science & Technology

Life cycle assessment of hydrogen production via electrolysis - a review

Ramchandra y Shandarr et al.

JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION (2014)

Review Green & Sustainable Science & Technology

An overview of fuel cell technology: Fundamentals and applications

Omar Z. Sharaf et al.

RENEWABLE & SUSTAINABLE ENERGY REVIEWS (2014)

Article Energy & Fuels

Porous organic polymers containing carborane for hydrogen storage

Shengwen Yuan et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENERGY RESEARCH (2013)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Optimization of carbon fiber usage in Type 4 hydrogen storage tanks for fuel cell automobiles

H. S. Roh et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2013)

Article Chemistry, Physical

MOF-Derived Hierarchically Porous Carbon with Exceptional Porosity and Hydrogen Storage Capacity

Seung Jae Yang et al.

CHEMISTRY OF MATERIALS (2012)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Comparison of catalytic performance of supported ruthenium and rhodium for hydrogenation of 9-ethylcarbazole for hydrogen storage applications

Katarzyna Morawa Eblagon et al.

ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (2012)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Off-board regeneration of ammonia borane for use as a hydrogen carrier for automotive fuel cells

T. Q. Hua et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2012)

Article Chemistry, Physical

On-board and Off-board performance of hydrogen storage options for light-duty vehicles

R. K. Ahluwalia et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2012)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Characterization and the hydrogen storage capacity of titania-coated electrospun boron nitride nanofibers

Samaneh Shahgaldi et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2012)

Review Chemistry, Physical

Ammonia and related chemicals as potential indirect hydrogen storage materials

Rong Lan et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2012)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Hydrogen storage properties of cold rolled magnesium hydrides with oxides catalysts

J. Bellemare et al.

JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS (2012)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Polyacrylamide Blending with Ammonia Borane: A Polymer Supported Hydrogen Storage Composite

S. F. Li et al.

JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY C (2012)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Hydrogen Confinement in Carbon Nanopores: Extreme Densification at Ambient Temperature

Nidia C. Gallego et al.

JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY (2011)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Monodisperse Nickel Nanoparticles; and Their Catalysis in Hydrolytic Dehydrogenation of Ammonia Borane

Oender Metin et al.

JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY (2010)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Chemical and Physical Solutions for Hydrogen Storage

Ulrich Eberle et al.

ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION (2009)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Nanoporous Polymers for Hydrogen Storage

F. Svec et al.

SMALL (2009)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Hydrogen absorption/desorption kinetics of magnesium nano-nickel composites synthesized by dry particle coating technique

Ki-Joon Jeon et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2007)

Article Chemistry, Physical

New non-oxide photocatalysts designed for overall water splitting under visible light

Kazuhiko Maeda et al.

JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY C (2007)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Enhanced oxide ion conductivity in stabilized δ-Bi2O3

Rita Punn et al.

JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY (2006)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Effects of carbon nanotubes and metal catalysts on hydrogen storage in magnesium nanocomposites

X Yao et al.

JOURNAL OF NANOSCIENCE AND NANOTECHNOLOGY (2006)

Article Chemistry, Physical

IR characterizations of lithium imide and amide

Y Kojima et al.

JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS (2005)

Article Chemistry, Physical

An assessment of alkaline fuel cell technology

GF McLean et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2002)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Structure, catalysis and atomic reactions on the nano-scale:: a systematic approach to metal hydrides for hydrogen storage

A Zaluska et al.

APPLIED PHYSICS A-MATERIALS SCIENCE & PROCESSING (2001)