JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
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2016
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Tian Zhang,Limei Pan,Huan Tang,Fei Du,Yanhua Guo,Tai Qiu,Jian Yang
Herein, enhanced exfoliation and large-scale delamination of two-dimensional (2D) Ti 3 C 2 T x MXene using etchant of HCl + LiF, instead of HF, in which both etching and intercalation were achieved in exfoliation process, were thoroughly investigated with the focus on the effects of two critical factors, reaction temperature and washing solution. Increasing etching temperature promotes the exfoliation process, i.e., the transformation from Ti 3 AlC 2 to multilayer Ti 3 C 2 T x MXene, whereas simultaneously results in an aggravated surface oxidation of MXene layers formed after the extraction of Al. As a result, delamination ratio increases firstly and then decreases, and the samples etched at 35 °C show the highest delamination ratio. Compared with the distilled water, washing the exfoliation products using ethanol significantly improves the delamination ratio of Ti 3 C 2 T x MXene by co-intercalation of larger alcohol molecule and more impurity ions and a large scale delamination of Ti 3 C 2 T x MXene with a delamination ratio as high as 29.2% was obtained by simple sonication for 1 h, without additional intercalation step required, after washing using ethanol. The possible exfoliation reactions by HCl + LiF solution were proposed. Using the as-fabricated stable suspensions of delaminated Ti 3 C 2 T x flakes, flexible, free-standing Ti 3 C 2 T x papers with tailored thickness, hydrophilic surface and excellent conductivity, typically 2 × 10 5 S/m at 5 μm in thickness, were prepared. As anode for lithium ion batteries , the delaminated Ti 3 C 2 T x MXene obtained reversible capacities of 226.3 mAh g −1 , 137.9 mAh g −1 ,102.0 mAh g −1 and 47.9 mAh g −1 respectively at the current density of 100, 300, 1000 and 3000 mA g −1 , which are superior to those of the Ti 3 C 2 MXene prepared by conventional HF process.
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Materials Today Bio
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2025
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Dongyi Xian,Rui Luo,Qiaoni Lin,Liqing Wang,Xiaoqian Feng,Yuwei Zheng,Liming Lin,Jiaying Chi,Yilang Yan,Guilan Quan,Tingting Peng,Zejun Xu,Chuanbin Wu,Chao Lu
Antimicrobial peptides show promise in enhancing photothermal therapy, but their application is often limited by the challenge of constructing a delivery system that balances efficacy and safety. Our research demonstrated that the bactericidal efficacy of V 2 C MXene-mediated photothermal therapy is enhanced in a concentration-dependent relationship with the introduction and coating of the antimicrobial peptide ε-polylysine (EPL). EPL exhibited a dual role in enhancing bacterial binding and disrupting bacterial membranes, thereby increasing heat transfer efficiency and reducing bacterial resistance to photothermal ablation. The core strategy of this study was to exploit the combined membranolytic-photothermal effect of EPL and V 2 C by extensively applying EPL while regulating V 2 C nanosheets usage to prevent overheating. This approach aims to achieve potent bactericidal efficacy through photothermal therapy below 60 °C. Consequently, we developed dissolving microneedles incorporated with V 2 C nanosheets, where EPL served as the antimicrobial agent and primary matrix, increasing its loading capacity and minimizing the need for inactive excipients. Notably, this microneedle achieved a 99.9 % reduction in the abundance of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus on infected skin after a single application and resulted in a 92-fold reduction in the bacterial load compared to the group treated with commercial Bactroban ointment, with no apparent toxicity to the mice.
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Journal of Materials Chemistry C
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2024
·Vol. 12
·期 17
·6086-6097
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Yuanhao Ning,Shuang Yang,Xianxian Sun,Shasha Wang,Lei Liang,Yuanjing Cheng,Ye Yuan,Yibin Li
Transition metal carbides and nitrides (MXenes) with excellent properties have broad prospects in electromagnetic wave absorption (EMA). In this paper, a unidirectional freeze-casting method was utilized to design a double-layer MXene absorber with orthogonal microstructures. The perpendicular and parallel samples (associated with the unidirectional freeze-casting direction), perform their respective roles in the designed double-layer absorber. The perpendicular sample with various attenuation techniques is employed as an electromagnetic wave attenuation layer, while the parallel sample with good impedance matching conditions is utilized as an impedance matching layer. Consequently, the entire absorber exhibits favorable EMA characteristics. Upon incidence of electromagnetic waves onto the parallel terminus, it is observed that the sample measuring 4.6 mm in thickness exhibits a minimal reflection loss (RLmin) of −60.8 dB at a frequency of 6.63 GHz, with a parallel end thickness accounting for 25%. In addition, the sample with a thickness of 2.6 mm displays a noteworthy maximal effective absorption bandwidth (EAB) amounting to 9.4 GHz, given a parallel end thickness of 20%. A thorough analysis of the impedance matching conditions and electromagnetic wave attenuation mechanisms of each sample reveals that the double-layer MXene absorbers with orthogonal microstructures can significantly increase the viability of MXenes in EMA.
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ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
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2024
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Xiangrui Chen,Chengdeng Wang,Haofeng Shi,Jinpeng Li,Jiashuai Wang,Zhi Wang,Zhaokun Wang,Liyuan Bai,Yan Gao,Guanyong Wang,Yousong Gu,Xiaoqin Yan
Referred to as potential options for anodes in sodium-ion batteries, transition metal chalcogenides (TMCs) exhibit unique electronic and structural characteristics. However, the limited electrical conductivity inherent in them poses a hindrance to electron transport, while their tendency to undergo volumetric expansion during cycling exacerbates structural instability, thereby imposing constraints on practical applications. Herein, a dual molten salt etching strategy followed by a sulfidation-selenidation process was employed to anchor multi-component sulfides FeS 2 /NiS and FeSe/NiSe onto conductive Ti 3 C 2 T x MXene, achieving superior sodium storage performance. Owing to the enhanced Na⁺ and faster kinetics of electronic transport, mechanical strain is effectively reduced, and strong covalent interactions are formed at the interface, significant enhancement in the cycling stability is observed for the anodes of Ti 3 C 2 T x @FeS 2 /NiS and Ti 3 C 2 T x @FeSe/NiSe (with specific capacities of 309.4 and 162.6 mAh g −1 , respectively, after 1000 cycles at 5 A g −1 , with a former retention capacity rate that can reach as high as 87.8 %) and exceptional rate performance (252.1 and 207.8 mAh g −1 , respectively, at 8 A g −1 ). Furthermore, full cells assembled by pairing Ti 3 C 2 T x @FeS 2 /NiS and Ti 3 C 2 T x @FeSe/NiSe with Na 3 V 2 (PO 4 ) 3 cathodes also demonstrate excellent cycling performance, with both configurations achieving up to 500 cycles. The suggested approach enables efficient utilization of byproducts from Lewis acidic etching, expanding possibilities for synthesizing high-performance anodes in sodium-ion batteries consisting of MXene and TMCs.
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SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
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2024
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Zhongbao Ma,Peilin Liu,Wenfeng Chen,Chengyi Wang,Yangbo Qiu,Long-Fei Ren,Jiahui Shao
Electroconductive membranes are of interest because their selectivity-permeability and fouling resistance are improved with electrical assistance. MXene lamellar membranes are competitive candidates. However, the swelling problem of MXene membranes has not been adequately addressed, especially at dynamic voltages, resulting in weakened separation performance. In this study, carboxylated cellulose nanofibers intercalated MXene membranes with stable interlayer spacing were developed by constructing column-to-beam structure and mortise-tenon connection. The results showed that the interlayer spacing and membrane pore size of the MX/CN composite membrane were almost invariable before and after electro-assisted filtration. Benefiting from the anti-swelling properties and good electrical conductivity, the MXene composite membranes showed a significant increase in the retention of typical monovalent and divalent inorganic salts at external voltages (from 46.2 % and 80.4 % at 0 V to 60.6 % and 88.7 % at 2.0 V for NaCl and Na 2 SO 4 , respectively), as well as a slight increase in the flux. This enhancement mechanism was attributed to the increase of the Stern layer in the adjacent nanosheets of lamellar membranes under electrical assistance. In addition, external voltage was also effective in improving the fouling resistance and enrichment performance of MXene composite membranes for actual textile wastewater, which might be due to the enhanced electrostatic repulsion and electrokinetic behavior under electrical assistance. This work aims to offer new insights into the advancement of electroconductive membranes with a stable structure for desalination and wastewater treatment.
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SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
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2024
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Xiaofeng Fang,Mengchen Shi,Ziyi Zhang,Xingran Zhang,Xuzhao Yan,Fang Li,Shengtao Jiang,Yanbiao Liu
Two-dimensional MXene membranes have garnered significant attention in the field of water treatment. Nevertheless, achieving a balance between permeability and selectivity remains a fundamental challenge in MXene membrane separation. Herein, a novel electrically active nanofiltration (NF) membrane (CNT/MXene-PEI) with an ultra-thin separation layer was prepared through vacuum filtration of MXene and cross-linking of polyethyleneimine (PEI) on the CNT substrate. By controlling the thickness of the MXene separation layer to reduce mass transfer resistance and applying a negative voltage to enhance the electrostatic effect between the conductive membrane and charged pollutants, the dye rejection rate and anti-pollution performance were improved. At an optimal MXene loading of 15.625 mg/m 2 , the thickness of the separation layer was about ∼47 nm. Under these conditions, the pure water flux achieved was 156.11 LMH/bar. The rejection rate of methylene blue (MLB) increased from 26.2 % to 97.9 % under an applied voltage of −2 V, while the rejection rate for inorganic salts was 9 %. The dye/salt separation factor was approximately 11. Furthermore, the flux recovery rate of the CNT/MXene-PEI membrane was at 90 % after 12 h of operation with applied voltage of −2 V, indicating excellent anti-pollution performance and long-term operational stability. These results demonstrate the combined effect of structural regulation and electric field enhancement in the membrane's filtration performance. This study offers a new approach for overcoming the trade-off effect between permeability and selectivity in dye/salt separation processes.
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JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
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2024
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Hua Tian,Zhiwei Guo,Wenjun Zhao,Lin Wang,Deqi Kong,Yanyan Wang,Lixin Zhang,Lingyu Li,Ran Sun,Ruohan Li,Jian Song
Hybrid layers composed of polyacrylic acid and Ti 3 C 2 T x MXene are coated on the surface of Zn foils via electrophoresis deposition processes , realizing the construction of an artificial protective coating with the pre-introduction of excess Zn 2+ towards suppressing Zn 2+ 2D diffusion of Zn deposition behavior . In this case, the abundant carboxyl groups of polyacrylic acid benefit to the fast transport of Zn 2+ in addition to the shield of anions and oxidants, restraining the corrosion and passivation of Zn metal anodes. Moreover, the appearance of Ti 3 C 2 T x MXene with two-dimensional arrangements strengthens the structure stability and improves the hydrophilicity of hybrid layers so as to restrict the dendrite growth of Zn metal anodes. Accordingly, polyacrylic acid/Ti 3 C 2 T x MXene hybrid layer coated Zn electrodes in symmetric cells achieve a lifespan of over 1000 h at a current density of 3 mA cm −2 and an areal capacity of 3 mAh cm −2 , superior to pristine Zn electrodes (107 h) and polyacrylic acid layer coated Zn electrodes (401 h). The full cell based on polyacrylic acid/Ti 3 C 2 T x MXene hybrid layer coated Zn anodes and Na 0.33 V 2 O 5 cathodes also exhibits a high capacity retention of 98.6 % after 1000 cycles at a current density of 5 A g −1 .
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COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
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2024
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IF 8.1
Hang Jia,Cheng Liu,Yu Zhang,Yue Qiao,Wenqi Zhao,Xi Chen,Xigao Jian
Electrophoretic deposition (EDP) is a novel and promising technique for surface modification, however, the adsorption of Ti 3 C 2 T x MXene or graphene oxide (GO) onto the basalt fiber (BF) surface by EPD and its effects on the mechanical performance of basalt fiber reinforced high-performance thermoplastic (BFRHPTP) composite have yet to be investigated. Here, the mechanical and interfacial properties of the modified BF/PPENK were explored. The influence of the brittle/tough nanostructures in interphase on the mechanical performance of BF reinforced poly(phthalazinone ether nitrile ketone) (BF/PPENK) was elucidated. The results indicated that the thermal reduction of GO contributed even more to enhancing the tensile, flexural, interlaminar shear, and interfacial shear strength of BF/PPENK compared to the heat oxidation of MXene. Particularly, these properties of BF-NH 2 @GO3/PPENK were improved by approximately 84%, 43%, 60%, and 118% in comparison to BF-Desized/PPENK. This work may provide some guidance on the interfacial modification of the BFRHPTP composites.
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ANALYST
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2024
·Vol. 149
·期 15
·3951-3960
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Qiuying Wang,Ruiqing Jiu,Yunyao Wang,Zongda Li,Jianan Chen,Haochi Liu,Jifeng Liu,Jia Cao
Safety problems caused by organophosphorus pesticide (OP) residues are constantly occurring, so the development of new methods for the degradation and detection of OPs is of great scientific significance. In the present study, β-sheet peptides and β-hairpin peptides for catalyzing the hydrolysis of OPs were designed and synthesized. The peptide sequences with the highest hydrolytic activity (EHSGGVTVDPPLTVEHSAG) were screened by investigating the effect of the location of the active sites of the peptide and the peptide's structure on the degradation of OPs. In addition, the relationship between the peptides’ conformation and hydrolytic activity was further analyzed based on density functional theory calculations. The noncovalent interactions of the peptides with the OPs and the electrostatic potential on the molecular surface and molecular docking properties were also investigated. It was found that peptides with approximate active amino acids consisting of the catalytic triad and with the hairpin structure had enhanced hydrolytic activity toward the hydrolysis of OPs. To develop an electrochemical sensor technique to detect OPs, the conductive MXene (Ti3C2) material was first immobilized with a caffeic acid monolayer via enediol–metal complex chemistry and then bound with the β-hairpin peptide (EHSGGVTVDPPLTVEHSAG) via carboxy–amine condensation chemistry between the –COOH of caffeic acid and the –NH2 of the peptide to prepare a MXene–peptide composite. Then, the prepared composite was modified on the surface of a glassy carbon electrode to construct an electrochemical sensor for the detection of OPs. The developed technique could be used to monitor OPs within 15 min with a two orders of linear working range and with a detection limit of 0.15 μM. Meanwhile, the sensor showed good reliability for the detection of OPs in real vegetables.
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ChemistrySelect
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2024
·Vol. 9
·期 31
·e202402076
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IF 1.9
Hengyi Cheng,Xun Zhang,Tao Zhang,Yixiang Chen,Dan Yu,Wei Wang
Graphical The figure shows the preparation process of TPU/PDA/MXene composite fibers. TPU fibers were first prepared by dissolving TPU particles in a certain amount of DMF solution, but since TPU fibers are inherently non-conductive, it was necessary to surface modify the TPU fibers. PDA was polymerized in situ on the fiber surface and then placed in MXene solution for ultrasonication to obtain composite fibers. With the development of the ageing society, wearable strain sensors have great application prospects in the fields of health detection, artificial intelligence, and motion recognition. However, traditional forms of film-like strain sensors suffer from low sensitivity, adhesion, and impermeability during use, which severely limit their practical applications. To overcome these problems, we propose a strategy to fabricate polyurethane/polydopamine/MXene (TPU/PDA/MXene) composite fibers by wet spinning. Furthermore, the outside is wrapped with (PDMS), giving mechanical strength and chemical resistance. Through a simple and low-cost wet spinning process, TPU/PDA/MXene fibers are achieved in the preparation of flexible strain sensors, and they can be woven into various forms with good flexibility and comfort according to practical needs. The results indicated that the prepared flexible strain sensor exhibits a high gauge factor (GF) of 57.15 over a large strain range (300 %), which are superior to those of many fiber-based sensors. Their application properties were also measured by attaching them to fingers, wrists and knees, showing high sensitivity, mechanical durability and chemical stability, and has great potential for wearable strain sensors and flexible strain sensors in complex environments.
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Journal of Materials Chemistry C
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2025
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Daihui Zhang,Chunqing Yang,Jun Wang,Yukun Liu,Jiahui Shao,Dongzhi Zhang
In recent years, flexible wearable pressure sensors have emerged as a pivotal technology in the realms of intelligent health monitoring and artificial intelligence, steadily gaining traction as a prominent research focus. However, the conventional production process for conductive fillers is often cumbersome and costly, which limits their widespread application and large-scale manufacturing. In this study, a flexible pressure sensor based on polypropylene fluted woven fabric MXene/PS was proposed. The flexible pressure sensor uses spin-coated PS surface encapsulation technology to make the fabric surface hydrophobic, in order to improve the stability of the sensor. The sensor exhibits a wide strain range (0–565 kPa), excellent repeatability and stability (over 15 000 s), and a fast response–recovery time (75/159 ms), which can be attributed to the superior mechanical properties of the polypropylene-potted woven fabric. The MXene/PS pressure sensor can detect subtle deformations of small and medium-sized joints, making it suitable for detecting human motion signals. Additionally, combined with the deep belief network (DBN) algorithm, it can efficiently and accurately recognize human yoga postures, which shows its great application potential in human motion posture monitoring and low-cost flexible electronic products.
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Journal of Inorganic and Organometallic Polymers and Materials
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2024
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Pang Wanyu,Gao Yali,Chang Xile,Du Guodong,Hu Zhiyong,Hu Tuoping,Ma Xuemei
An ultra-sensitive paper-based sensor for the rapid and specific detection of apigenin in Scutellaria barbata D. Don was developed. The construction process of the proposed apigenin sensor was to grow ZIF-8 in situ with MXene as a template on carbon paper (CP) electrode. The MXene with excellent conductivity and ZIF-8 with porous structure showed synergistic effect in promoting electron transfer and increasing the number of binding sites, thus providing a highly sensitive detection for apigenin. Under optimal conditions, the sensor showed an excellent linear relationship in the range of 0.01 to 10 µM, with a detection limit of 2.6 nM. This study not only constructed a new sensing platform for sensitive detection of apigenin, but also provided a new method for the detection of apigenin in Scutellaria barbata D. Don, which was of great significance for promoting the construction of an electrochemical sensor for apigenin.
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