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Heterostructure design of hydrangea-like Co2P/Ni2P@C multilayered hollow microspheres for high-efficiency microwave absorption

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Review Chemistry, Physical

Hydrogel-based composites beyond the porous architectures for electromagnetic interference shielding

Yunfei Yang et al.

Summary: With the rapid development of the electronic industry and wireless communication technology, electromagnetic interference (EMI) has become increasingly serious, posing a significant threat to the normal operation of electronic equipment and human health. In response, the development of high-performance EMI shielding materials has become urgent. Hydrogel-based materials offer a novel option for EMI shields, providing good mechanical flexibility, fatigue durability, and stretchability for a wide range of applications, particularly in EMI shielding and flexible functional devices. This paper reviews the current progress of hydrogel-based EMI shields and includes novel studies on pore structure design that could advance the development of these materials. Promising development directions for hydrogel-based EMI shields are suggested as an outlook, aiming to provide a reference for designing hydrogels with excellent EMI shielding performance and multifunctionalities.

NANO RESEARCH (2022)

Article Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

Printable Aligned Single-Walled Carbon Nanotube Film with Outstanding Thermal Conductivity and Electromagnetic Interference Shielding Performance

Zhihui Zeng et al.

Summary: Ultrathin, lightweight, and flexible aligned single-walled carbon nanotube films with metal-like thermal conductivity, excellent mechanical strength, and outstanding electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding ability have been successfully fabricated through a scalable printing method.

NANO-MICRO LETTERS (2022)

Article Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

Ultrabroad Microwave Absorption Ability and Infrared Stealth Property of Nano-Micro CuS@rGO Lightweight Aerogels

Yue Wu et al.

Summary: This study synthesized CuS@rGO aerogels and investigated their pore structure, absorption properties, radar cross section, and infrared emissivity by modulating the additive amounts and reduction methods. The results showed that the aerogels exhibited excellent absorption performance in the ultrabroad bandwidth, effectively reduced the radar cross section, and possessed thermal insulation and infrared stealth versatility.

NANO-MICRO LETTERS (2022)

Article Engineering, Environmental

Microwave flash synthesis of phosphorus and sulphur ultradoped graphene

Sumit Chahal et al.

Summary: Graphene, the miracle material of the 21st century, possesses extraordinary physico-chemical properties. This study reports on the successful microwave doping of graphene with phosphorus and sulfur atoms, resulting in high doping levels and the emergence of ferromagnetism and spin polarization. This novel doping strategy holds great potential for the development of graphene-based spintronic chips.

CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL (2022)

Article Chemistry, Applied

Cobalt-regulation-induced dual active sites in Ni2P for hydrazine electrooxidation

Bo Zhou et al.

Summary: This study investigates the electrochemical reaction behaviors and optimization of reaction kinetics of hydrazine electrooxidation at metal phosphides. Experimental results show that Co doping effectively adjusts the dehydrogenation kinetics of hydrazine electrooxidation, lowering the adsorption energy and boosting the reaction kinetics. This work represents a breakthrough in improving the catalytic performance of non-precious metal electrocatalysts for hydrazine electrooxidation and highlights an energy-saving electrochemical hydrogen production method.

CHINESE JOURNAL OF CATALYSIS (2022)

Article Chemistry, Physical

The structure-stabilized Co3O4@Co9S8 core-shell nanorods synthesized by in-situ sulfuration of Co3O4 for high-performance supercapacitors

Xiaojuan Lian et al.

Summary: In this study, Co3O4@Co9S8 core-shell nanorods were designed and prepared by hydrothermal method, showing promising performance as an electrode material with large surface area and efficient ion diffusion path. The hierarchical structure exhibited satisfactory specific capacity, good rate performance, and cycling stability, as well as successfully driving LEDs, indicating exciting application prospects.

JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Growth of NiAl-Layered Double Hydroxide on Graphene toward Excellent Anticorrosive Microwave Absorption Application

Xuefei Xu et al.

Summary: The newly developed NiAl-LDH/G composite, synthesized by atomic-layer-deposition-assisted in situ growth, exhibits excellent microwave absorption performance and corrosion resistance, showing great potential for practical applications.

ADVANCED SCIENCE (2021)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

MOFs derived magnetic porous carbon microspheres constructed by core-shell Ni@C with high-performance microwave absorption

Sai Gao et al.

Summary: In this study, a series of MOFs derived magnetic porous carbon microspheres with tunable diameter and high specific surface area have been successfully synthesized via a pyrolysis process. These carbon microspheres exhibit high-performance microwave absorption with low filler loading, showing potential for practical applications.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

CoxP@Co3O4 Nanocomposite on Cobalt Foam as Efficient Bifunctional Electrocatalysts for Hydrazine-Assisted Hydrogen Production

Xiaohu Xu et al.

Summary: A novel bifunctional CoxP@Co3O4 nanocomposite with grass-like and block-like structures was successfully prepared, showing excellent electrochemical catalytic activity in water splitting with high specific surface area and fast charge transport. The phosphorization strategy was found to alter the electronic structure and adsorption capability of the material, leading to outstanding performance in both water splitting and hydrazine oxidation reactions.

ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING (2021)

Article Chemistry, Analytical

High NH3 sensing performance of NiO/PPy hybrid nanostructures

Hoang Thi Hien et al.

Summary: In this study, NiO/PPy hybrid nanostructured films were fabricated by chemical vapor-phase polymerization with NiO nanoparticles drop-coated with FeCl3 oxidant on Al2O3 substrates. By adjusting the content of FeCl3 oxidant, the ratios between NiO and PPy in the hybrid films were modified. The gas-sensing performance of the NiO/PPy films showed high sensitivity to NH3 gas, with the main contribution coming from the hybrid nanostructure between NiO nanoparticles and PPy.

SENSORS AND ACTUATORS B-CHEMICAL (2021)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Transformation of Co3O4 nanoparticles to CoO monitored by in situ TEM and predicted ferromagnetism at the Co3O4/CoO interface from first principles

Xiaodan Chen et al.

Summary: Nanoparticles of Co3O4 and CoO exhibit significant chemical and magnetic properties, with experiments and calculations revealing an ordered transformation at high temperatures, characterized by a low interface energy and a substantial ferromagnetic moment at the interface.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY C (2021)

Article Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear

Multiple interface-induced evolution of electromagnetic patterns for efficient microwave absorption at low thickness

Yabin Ma et al.

Summary: This study presents a simple method to enhance microwave absorption performance at low thickness by constructing heterojunction structures. The Mo-Ni2P/rGO absorbers designed via phosphating treatment at 800°C exhibit excellent microwave absorption performance. The constructed heterojunctions efficiently utilize the interactions between different dielectric media, improving electrical conductivity, interface polarization, and rational combination of different loss materials.

INORGANIC CHEMISTRY FRONTIERS (2021)

Article Astronomy & Astrophysics

Pair production in differently polarized electric fields with frequency chirps

Obulkasim Olugh et al.

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