Metallurgy & Metallurgical Engineering

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Switch type PANI/ZnO core-shell microwire heterojunction for UV photodetection

Yihan Chen, Longxing Su, Mingming Jiang, Xiaosheng Fang

Summary: In this study, single crystal ZnO microwires were prepared through chemical vapor deposition, and p-type conducting polyaniline polymers were coated on the surface to construct organic/inorganic heterojunction photodetectors. The devices exhibited high rectification ratio, strong response to UV radiation, and the ability to operate as self-powered photodetectors.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (2022)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Rationally designed Ta3N5/BiOCl S-scheme heterojunction with oxygen vacancies for elimination of tetracycline antibiotic and Cr(VI): Performance, toxicity evaluation and mechanism insight

Shijie Li, Mingjie Cai, Chunchun Wang, Yanping Liu, Neng Li, Peng Zhang, Xin Li

Summary: Ta3N5/BiOCl photocatalyst with oxygen vacancies (OVs) in an S-scheme heterojunction exhibits enhanced photocatalytic performance under visible light, attributed to the synergistic effect of the hetero-structure and OVs. It shows great potential for water decontamination.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (2022)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Design principle of S-scheme heterojunction photocatalyst

Quanlong Xu, S. Wageh, Ahmed A. Al-Ghamdi, Xin Li

Summary: A new opinion on general design standards for S-scheme heterojunction photocatalyst was recently presented, and four types of S-scheme heterojunctions were analyzed. Specifically, the critical understanding of the curved Fermi level at the interface of S-scheme heterojunction contributes to strengthening and promoting the basic theory of photocatalysis.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (2022)

Review Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Additive manufacturing of metals: Microstructure evolution and multistage control

Zhiyuan Liu, Dandan Zhao, Pei Wang, Ming Yan, Can Yang, Zhangwei Chen, Jian Lu, Zhaoping Lu

Summary: This review explores the fundamental procedures of additive manufacturing, including the formation and binding of melt pools, and discusses the evolution mechanisms of microstructures during the process. The review also proposes multistage control methods based on solidification and dislocation theories. Additionally, it addresses the design of microstructures for additive manufacturing through adjustment of process parameters and alloy composition.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (2022)

Review Metallurgy & Metallurgical Engineering

The role and significance of Magnesium in modern day research-A review

S. V. Satya Prasad, S. B. Prasad, Kartikey Verma, Raghvendra Kumar Mishra, Vikas Kumar, Subhash Singh

Summary: This review paper summarizes the importance of magnesium and its material properties in engineering applications, including the influence of alloying elements on mechanical properties, corrosion behavior, and manufacturing techniques. Additionally, it discusses the recent trends of magnesium alloys, their applications in the biomedical field, and techniques to overcome biocorrosion.

JOURNAL OF MAGNESIUM AND ALLOYS (2022)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Highly transmitted silver nanowires-SWCNTs conductive flexible film by nested density structure and aluminum-doped zinc oxide capping layer for flexible amorphous silicon solar cells

Shunliang Gao, Xiaohui Zhao, Qi Fu, Tianchi Zhang, Jun Zhu, Fuhua Hou, Jian Ni, Chengjun Zhu, Tiantian Li, Yanlai Wang, Vignesh Murugadoss, Gaber A. M. Mersal, Mohamed M. Ibrahim, Zeinhom M. El-Bahy, Mina Huang, Zhanhu Guo

Summary: This study developed a novel architecture of composite transparent conductive films (TCFs) by fabricating silver nanowires-SWCNTs films using ultrasonic spraying technology and capping it with aluminum-doped zinc oxide (AZO) for enhanced optical properties. The optimized ASA bilayer structure demonstrated superior optoelectronic performance and potential to replace traditional ITO.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (2022)

Article Metallurgy & Metallurgical Engineering

Research advances of magnesium and magnesium alloys worldwide in 2021

Jiangfeng Song, Jing Chen, Xiaoming Xiong, Xiaodong Peng, Daolun Chen, Fusheng Pan

Summary: In 2021, over 4000 papers on Mg and Mg alloys were published and indexed in the Web of Science (WoS) Core Collection database. The main research focus was on the microstructure, mechanical properties, and corrosion of Mg alloys. Mg ion batteries and hydrogen storage Mg materials attracted significant attention. Chinese universities and research institutions, along with institutions from Germany, the United States, Australia, Japan, Korea, and Iran, made important contributions to the research and development of magnesium alloys.

JOURNAL OF MAGNESIUM AND ALLOYS (2022)

Review Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

A mini-review of MXene porous films: Preparation, mechanism and application

Yali Zhang, Yi Yan, Hua Qiu, Zhonglei Ma, Kunpeng Ruan, Junwei Gu

Summary: This article reviews the research progress of MXene porous films in electromagnetic interference shielding, energy storage, and biomedical applications. It focuses on the preparation methods and pore-forming mechanisms, and highlights the key scientific and technical challenges that need to be addressed.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (2022)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Tunable Co/ZnO/C@MWCNTs based on carbon nanotube-coated MOF with excellent microwave absorption properties

Zirui Jia, Mingyue Kong, Bowen Yu, Yingzhuo Ma, Jiaying Pan, Guanglei Wu

Summary: The development of global information technology has led to increased electromagnetic radiation in the surrounding environment, creating a need for high-performance electromagnetic wave absorbers to eliminate electromagnetic pollution. This study presents a method to prepare Co/ZnO/C@MWCNTs composites with excellent electromagnetic loss capability. Experimental results show that at low sample content, the composites exhibit impressive reflection loss and absorption bandwidth.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (2022)

Review Chemistry, Physical

Review on Graphene-, Graphene Oxide-, Reduced Graphene Oxide-Based Flexible Composites: From Fabrication to Applications

Aamir Razaq, Faiza Bibi, Xiaoxiao Zheng, Raffaello Papadakis, Syed Hassan Mujtaba Jafri, Hu Li

Summary: This paper provides a comprehensive review of the recent progress in the synthesis and applications of graphene-based composites in the field of flexible devices. It also highlights the difficulties and challenges in the development of graphene, serving as a valuable reference for further innovation.

MATERIALS (2022)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Sulfur-doped g-C3N4/g-C3N4 isotype step-scheme heterojunction for photocatalytic H2 evolution

Jizhou Jiang, Zhiguo Xiong, Haitao Wang, Guodong Liao, Saishuai Bai, Jing Zou, Pingxiu Wu, Peng Zhang, Xin Li

Summary: This study successfully develops a new heterojunction structure composed of sulfur-doped and sulfur-free active sites, which demonstrates high efficiency and durability in photocatalytic hydrogen evolution. The research contributes to the exploration of other carbon-based isotype S-scheme heterojunctions.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (2022)

Review Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Kinetics of the hydrogen absorption and desorption processes of hydrogen storage alloys: A review

Qian Li, Xi Lin, Qun Luo, Yu'an Chen, Jingfeng Wang, Bin Jiang, Fusheng Pan

Summary: This paper summarizes the kinetic models based on different kinetic measurement methods and rate-controlling steps for studying the kinetic mechanism of hydrogen storage alloys. The analysis procedures of kinetic experimental data and the effects of temperature, hydrogen pressure, and particle radius are explained in detail. The applications of the kinetic models for different hydrogen storage alloys are also introduced.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MINERALS METALLURGY AND MATERIALS (2022)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Improved electromagnetic dissipation of Fe doping LaCoO3 toward broadband microwave absorption

Fan Wang, Weihua Gu, Jiabin Chen, Qianqian Huang, Mingyang Han, Gehuan Wang, Guangbin Ji

Summary: In this study, LaCo1-xFexO3 perovskites with different Fe doping amounts were successfully prepared, and the effect of Fe doping on the dielectric and magnetic properties of the materials was investigated. The LaCo0.9Fe0.1O3 sample exhibited the best microwave absorption performance.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (2022)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Construction of three-dimensional hierarchical porous nitrogen-doped reduced graphene oxide/hollow cobalt ferrite composite aerogels toward highly efficient electromagnetic wave absorption

Jing Xu, Ruiwen Shu, Zongli Wan, Jianjun Shi

Summary: In this study, nitrogen-doped reduced graphene oxide/hollow cobalt ferrite composite aerogels were synthesized by a solvothermal and hydrothermal method. The as-fabricated composite aerogels exhibited ultralow density, a unique 3D network structure, and superior electromagnetic absorption capacity.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (2023)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Magnetic NiFe2O4/Polypyrrole nanocomposites with enhanced electromagnetic wave absorption

Jiang Guo, Xu Li, Zhuoran Chen, Jianfeng Zhu, Xianmin Mai, Renbo Wei, Kai Sun, Hu Liu, Yunxia Chen, Nithesh Naik, Zhanhu Guo

Summary: NiFe2O4/polypyrrole nanocomposites demonstrate negative permittivity in the low frequency regions and significantly enhanced electromagnetic wave absorption property in the high frequency regions. The enhanced negative permittivity is observed in the nanocomposites with different NiFe2O4 loadings, indicating the formation of a metal-like electrical conducting network. The minimum reflection loss of -40.8 dB is achieved in the 40.0 wt% NiFe2O4/PPy composites with a thickness of 1.9 mm. The research work provides guidance for the fabrication of nanocomposites with excellent electromagnetic wave absorption.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (2022)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

High-performance microwave absorption enabled by Co3O4 modified VB-group laminated VS2 with frequency modulation from S-band to Ku-band

Zehao Huang, Junye Cheng, Huibin Zhang, Yingfei Xiong, Zhanxin Zhou, Qingbin Zheng, Guangping Zheng, Deqing Zhang, Maosheng Cao

Summary: Hierarchical heterostructures based on VB-group laminated vanadium disulfide nanosheets embedded with cobalt tetroxide nanoparticles were constructed, which showed strong electromagnetic coupling and enhanced microwave absorption performance.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (2022)

Article Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

Dissimilar laser welding of a CoCrFeMnNi high entropy alloy to 316 stainless steel

J. P. Oliveira, Jiajia Shen, Z. Zeng, Jeong Min Park, Yeon Taek Choi, N. Schell, E. Maawad, N. Zhou, Hyoung Seop Kim

Summary: In this study, laser welding of rolled CoCrFeMnNi high entropy alloy to 316 stainless steel was conducted, resulting in defect-free joints. The microstructure of the fusion zone was mainly composed of a single FCC phase with increased hardness. The welded joints exhibited good mechanical properties, with fracture occurring at the fusion zone due to the development of a non-favorable large grain size microstructure.

SCRIPTA MATERIALIA (2022)

Review Chemistry, Physical

Concrete Containing Waste Glass as an Environmentally Friendly Aggregate: A Review on Fresh and Mechanical Characteristics

Shaker Qaidi, Hadee Mohammed Najm, Suhad M. Abed, Yasin Onuralp Ozlahc, Husam Al Dughaishi, Moad Alosta, Mohanad Muayad Sabri Sabri, Fadi Alkhatib, Abdalrhman Milad

Summary: The use of waste glass in concrete as a substitute for traditional materials has become a significant focus of research, as it provides a sustainable solution for construction waste management and reduces environmental impact.

MATERIALS (2022)

Review Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

High-strength titanium alloys for aerospace engineering applications: A review on melting-forging process

Qinyang Zhao, Qiaoyan Sun, Shewei Xin, Yongnan Chen, Cong Wu, Huan Wang, Jianwei Xu, Mingpan Wan, Weidong Zeng, Yongqing Zhao

Summary: High-strength titanium alloys (HS-TAs) are crucial structural materials for advanced engineering applications. Achieving the synergy of high strength, high ductility, and high toughness has been identified as a technical bottleneck. Two primary strategies, developing novel alloys and innovating processing technologies, have been initiated to overcome this challenge. This review provides an overview of the research status, processing and heat treatment technologies, phase transformation, processing-microstructure-property correlation, and strengthening-toughening mechanism of HS-TAs for aerospace engineering applications.

MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING A-STRUCTURAL MATERIALS PROPERTIES MICROSTRUCTURE AND PROCESSING (2022)

Review Chemistry, Physical

Two-dimensional nanomaterials for high-efficiency electromagnetic wave absorption: An overview of recent advances and prospects

Shijie Zhang, Bo Cheng, Zhenguo Gao, Di Lan, Zhiwei Zhao, Fengchun Wei, Qingsong Zhu, Xinpo Lu, Guanglei Wu

Summary: This review summarizes the latest progress in 2D nanomaterials for electromagnetic wave absorption, including synthesis methods, structures, absorption mechanisms, and performances of various materials. The aim is to provide readers with a systematic overview of the relationship between 2D structures and absorption properties, and guide the future design of novel high-performance electromagnetic wave absorption materials.

JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS (2022)