Enhanced selectivity of catalytic hydrogenation of halogenated nitroaromatics by interfacial effects

The highly selective catalytic hydrogenation of halogenated nitroaromatics was achieved by employing Pd‑based catalysts that were co‑modified with organic and inorganic ligands.It was demonstrated that the catalysts contained Pd species in mixed valence states,with high valence Pd at the metal‑support interface and zero valence Pd at the metal surface.While the strong coordination of triphenylphosphine(PPh3)to Pd0 on the Pd surface prevents the adsorption of halogenated nitroaromatics and thus dehalogenation,the coordination of sodium metavanadate(NaVO3)to high‑valence Pd sites at the interface helps to activate H2 in a heterolytic pathway for the selective hydrogenation of nitro‑groups.The excellent catalytic performance of the interfacial active sites enables the selective hydrogenation of a wide range of halogenated nitroaromatics.

Interfacial effects of suspended particles on biodegradation of N (2,4 dimethyl phenyl) N' methylformamidine hydrochloride and dibutyl phthalate in waters

The occurrence of suspended particles and the organic chemicals biodegradation are the universal phenomenan in aquatic environment, therefore research of interfacial effects of suspended particles on biodegradation of organic compounds has became very important aspect of organic pollutants fate studies in multimedia environment. The biodegradation of N (2,4 dimethyl phenyl) N' methylformamidine hydrochloride and dibutyl phthalate, and the interfacial effects of suspended particles on biodegradation rate were studied. The interfacial effect factor was introduced to express the effect of suspended solids on biodegradation rate. The results of simulation experiment of two compounds and theoretical analysis of process show that biodegradation rate of pollutants increases linearly with interfacial effect factor.

Interfacial effect on the reverse of magnetization and ultrafast demagnetization in Co/Ni bilayers with perpendicular magnetic anisotropy

For static magnetic properties of the Co/Ni bilayers,macroscopic hysteresis loops and microscopic magnetic moment distributions have been determined by the object oriented micromagnetic framework(OOMMF).It is found that when the bilayer systems are fully decoupled,the magnetizations of the two phases reverse separately.The coercivity of the bilayers decreases to a valley value sharply with increasing interfacial exchange coupling and then rises slowly to a platform.On the other hand,we have carried out an atomistic simulation for the laser-induced ultrafast demagnetization of the Co/Ni bilayer.A larger damping constant leads to a faster demagnetization as well as a larger degree of demagnetization,which is consistent with the first-principle theoretical results.For the magnetization recovery process,the damping constant has different influences on the recovery time with various peak electron temperatures,which is ignored in previous atomistic simulations as well as the Landau–Liftshit–Bloch(LLB)micromagnetic calculations.Furthermore,as the interfacial exchange coupling increases,the ultrafast demagnetization curves for Co and Ni become coincident,which is a demonstration for the transition from two-phase phenomenon to single-phase phenomenon.

A lubrication model for bubbly oil lubrication with interfacial effect and thermal effect using the theory of multiphase mixtures

Bubbly oil lubrication is a type of lubrication method.However,the lubrication model of the bubbly oil has not been thoroughly considered.This paper aims to investigate the modelling for bubbly oil lubrication considering the interfacial effect and thermal effect,and a theoretical model is established based on the theory of multiphase mixtures.The interfacial and thermal effects on the static characteristics of a thrust bearing are analyzed.A test rig for the thrust bearing is developed to measure the static characteristics of the bearing under bubbly oil lubrication.The results show that the bearing static characteristics,i.e.bearing temperature rise,film thickness,friction torque,and volume flow,increase with consideration of three interfacial effects;the bearing temperature rise increases but the film thickness,friction torque,and volume flow rate decrease with consideration of the three thermal effects;the thermal effect on the bearing static characteristics is greater than the interfacial effect.

Mechanism of interfacial effects in sodium-ion storage devices

Rechargeable sodium-ion batteries(SIBs)are considered as the next-generation secondary batteries.The performance of SIB is determined by the behavior of its electrode surface and the electrode–electrolyte interface during charging and discharging.Thus,the characteristics of these surfaces and interfaces should be analyzed to realize large-scale energy storage systems with high energy density and long-cycle stability.Although various studies have investigated the properties of electrode materials,few studies have focused on the construction of stable and efficient SIB interfaces,and even fewer have explored the mechanisms of interfacial effects;however,the strategies of regulating interfacial effects are yet to be completely developed.Moreover,the results obtained thus far are insufficient to draw systematic conclusions.The present study reviews the literature on the mechanism of interfacial effects in Na+storage devices.The interfaces in a sodium-ion storage device include a heterogeneous interface between electrode materials,a solid electrolyte interphase,and a cathode electrolyte interphase.The interfacial effects during the intercalation,transformation,and alloy reactions and the resulting overall battery performance were theoretically analyzed.In this review,we aim to provide a theoretical basis for optimizing the structures of electrode surface and electrode–electrolyte interface to optimize the performance of SIBs.In addition,the challenges of investigating interfacial effects and several possible helpful methods and opportunities for studying the mechanisms of interfacial effects in SIBs will be presented.

Unraveling the Stray Current-Induced Interfacial Transition Zone(ITZ)Effect on Sulfate Corrosion in Concrete

The rail transit in sulfate-rich areas faces the combined effects of stray current and salt corrosion;however,the sulfate ion transport and concrete degradation mechanisms under such conditions are still unclear.To address this issue,novel sulfate transport and mesoscale splitting tests were designed,with a focus on considering the differences between the interfacial transition zone(ITZ)and cement matrix.Under the influence of stray current,the ITZ played a pivotal role in regulating the transport and mechanical failure processes of sulfate attack,while the tortuous and blocking effects of aggregates almost disappeared.This phenomenon was termed the“stray current-induced ITZ effect.”The experimental data revealed that the difference in sulfate ion transport attributed to the ITZ ranged from 1.90 to 2.31 times,while the difference in splitting strength ranged from 1.56 to 1.64 times.Through the real-time synchronization of splitting experiments and microsecond-responsive particle image velocimetry(PIV)technology,the mechanical properties were exposed to the consequences of the stray currentinduced ITZ effect.The number of splitting cracks in the concrete increased,rather than along the central axis,which was significantly different from the conditions without stray current and the ideal Brazilian disk test.Furthermore,a sulfate ion mass transfer model that incorporates reactivity and electrodiffusion was meticulously constructed.The embedded finite element calculation exhibited excellent agreement with the experimental results,indicating its reliability and accuracy.Additionally,the stress field was determined utilizing analytical methods,and the mechanism underlying crack propagation was successfully obtained.Compared to the cement matrix,a stray current led to more sulfates,more microstructure degradation,and greater increases in thickness and porosity in the ITZ,which was considered to be the essence of the stray current-induced ITZ effect.

Interfacial Effects of Superhydrophobic Plant Surfaces： A Review

Nature is a huge gallery of art involving nearly perfect structures and properties over the millions of years of development. Many plants and animals show water-repellent properties with fine micro-structures, such as lotus leaf, water skipper and wings of butterfly. Inspired by these special surfaces, the artificial superhydrophobic surfaces have attracted wide attention in both basic research and industrial applications. The wetting properties of superhydrophobic surfaces in nature are affected by the chemical compositions and the surface topographies. So it is possible to realize the biomimetic superhydrophobic surfaces by tuning their surface roughness and surface free energy correspondingly. This review briefly introduces the physical-chemical basis of superhydrophobic plant surfaces in nature to explain how the superhydrophobicity of plant surfaces can be applied to different biomimetic functional materials with relevance to technological applications. Then, three classical effects of natural surfaces are classified： lotus effect, salvinia effect, and petal effect, and the promising strategies to fabricate biomimetic su- perhydrophobic materials are highlighted. Finally, the prospects and challenges of this area in the future are proposed.

Interfacial coupling effects in g-C_(3)N_(4)/In_(x)Sb_(2-x)S_(3) heterojunction for enhanced photocatalytic activity under visible light

A series of In_(x)Sb_(2-x)S_(3) nanosheets modified g-C_(3)N_(4)(In_(x)Sb_(2-x)S_(3)-TCN)heterojunctions with different g-C_(3)N_(4) contents were fabricated by an in situ deposition method.All the In_(x)Sb_(2-x)S_(3)-TCN composites were applied as photocatalysts in Cr(Ⅵ)polluted water treatment and the results displayed that In_(x)Sb_(2-x)S_(3)-TCN could effectively remove Cr(Ⅵ)under visible light through synergistic effects of adsorption and photocatalytic reduction.Especially,In_(x)Sb_(2-x)S_(3)-TCN-70(70 mg g-C_(3)N_(4)) exhibited the most excellent adsorption and photocatalytic reduction performance among all composites,which possessed a high equilibrium adsorption capacity of 12.45 mg/g in a 30.0 mg/L Cr(Ⅵ)aqueous solution,and reduced Cr(Ⅵ)to Cr(Ⅲ)within 10 min under visible light irradiation.DRS and PL results indicated that the interfacial coupling effect between g-C_(3)N_(4)and In_(x)Sb_(2-x)S_(3) enhanced the utilization efficiency of visible light and suppressed photoinduced carrier recombination,which improved the photocatalytic activity of composites.Moreover,the photocatalyst exhibited satisfactory reduction activity and good stability after 5 cycles of Cr(Ⅵ)adsorptionphotoreduction.

Effect of Interfacial Bonding on the Toughening of Al_2O_3/Ni Ceramic Matrix Composites

The main Iimitation to the toughening of the α-Al2O3/Ni composite is the poor bonding atthe interface. which causes the nickel particles to be pulled-out during crack propagation with-out obvious plastic deformation. A proper control of oxygen content at the Al2O3-Ni interfacecan promote wetting at the intedece, and produce a mechanically interlocked and chemically strengthened intedece, causing most of the nickel particles to be stretched to failure and to expe-rience severe plastic deformation during crack propagation in the composite. Fracture toughnesstesting using a modified double cantilever beam method with in situ observation of crack prop-agation in a scanning electron microscope shows that the composite with the strengthenedinterface has a more desirable R-curve behaviour and a higher fracture toughness value than thenormal composite.

Recent Advances in Constructing Interfacial Active Catalysts Based on Layered Double Hydroxides and Their Catalytic Mechanisms

The interaction between the metal and the support of supported metal catalysts, which are widely used in industry, is the primary focus of the study of such catalysts. With the developing understanding of the metal–support interaction, the intrinsic factor that influences the catalytic performance has been determined to be the structure of interfacial sites. Layered double hydroxides(LDHs, a class of two-dimensional layered anion clay) possess several unique characteristics, such as the following:(1) tunable elemental component, homogeneous distribution of metal cations.(2) anchoring eff ect.(3) multiple layered structure for exfoliation or intercalation and special memory eff ect;and(4) internal/external confinement eff ects during topological transformation. Taking LDHs and their derivatives as precursors or supports shows superior advantages in designing interfacial active catalysts with tunable properties. Therefore, this review is mainly focused on constructing interfacial active catalysts by LDHs and revealing the interfacial eff ects(including electronic, geometric, and bifunctional eff ects) on the catalytic performance that will provide new perspectives and approaches for the development of heterogeneous catalysis.

Enhancement of spin-orbit torque efficiency by tailoring interfacial spin-orbit coupling in Pt-based magnetic multilayers

We study inserting Co layer thickness-dependent spin transport and spin-orbit torques(SOTs)in the Pt/Co/Py trilayers by spin-torque ferromagnetic resonance.The interfacial perpendicular magnetic anisotropy(IPMA)energy density(Ks=2.7 erg/cm^(2),1 erg=10^(-7) J),which is dominated by interfacial spin-orbit coupling(ISOC)in the Pt/Co interface,total effective spin-mixing conductance(G↑↓eff,tot=0.42×10^(15) Ω^(-1)·m^(-2))and two-magnon scattering(βTMS=0.46 nm2)are first characterized,and the damping-like torque(ξDL=0.103)and field-like torque(ξFL=-0.017)efficiencies are also calculated quantitatively by varying the thickness of the inserting Co layer.The significant enhancement of ξDL and ξFL in Pt/Co/Py than Pt/Py bilayer system originates from the interfacial Rashba-Edelstein effect due to the strong ISOC between Co-3d and Pt-5d orbitals at the Pt/Co interface.Additionally,we find a considerable out-of-plane spin polarization SOT,which is ascribed to the spin anomalous Hall effect and possible spin precession effect due to IPMA-induced perpendicular magnetization at the Pt/Co interface.Our results demonstrate that the ISOC of the Pt/Co interface plays a vital role in spin transport and SOTs-generation.Our finds offer an alternative approach to improve the conventional SOTs efficiencies and generate unconventional SOTs with out-of-plane spin polarization to develop low power Pt-based spintronic via tailoring the Pt/FM interface.

Mechanistic investigation on Ag-Cu_(2)O in electrocatalytic CO_(2) to CH_(4) by in situ/operando spectroscopic and theoretical analysis

Silver-copper electrocatalysts have demonstrated effectively catalytic performance in electroreduction CO_(2) toward CH_(4),yet a revealing insight into the reaction pathway and mechanism has remained elusive.Herein,we construct chemically bonded Ag-Cu_(2)O boundaries,in which the complete reduction of Cu_(2)O to Cu has been strongly impeded owing to the presence of surface Ag shell.The interfacial confinement effect helps to maintain Cu^(+)sites at the Ag-Cu_(2)O boundaries.Using in situ/operando spectroscopy and theoretical simulations,it is revealed that CO_(2) is enriched at the Ag-Cu_(2)O boundaries due to the enhanced physisorption and chemisorption to CO_(2),activating CO_(2) to form the stable intermediate^(*)CO.The boundaries between Ag shell and the Cu_(2)O mediate local^(*)CO coverage and promote^(*)CHO intermediate formation,consequently facilitating CO_(2)-to-CH_(4) conversion.This work not only reveals the structure-activity relationships but also offers insights into the reaction mechanism on Ag-Cu catalysts for efficient electrocatalytic CO_(2) reduction.

Interfacial charge effects of supported-metal-cluster heterostructures on azo hydrogenation catalyzation

The impact of interfacial charge on catalytic performance of supported-metal-cluster(SMC)heterostructures remains unclear,hindering efforts to develop high-performance SMC catalysts.Herein we systematically investigated interfacial charge effects of SMCs using a model system of graphene-supported gold-nanoclusters(AuNCs/rGO)for azo hydrogenation.Three types of SMCs with different interfacial charges were synthesized by anchoring electropositive 2-aminoethanethiol(CSH),amphoteric cysteine(Cys),and electronegative 3-mercaptopropionic-acid(MPA)onto AuNCs/rGO,respectively.All three SMCs exhibited high and selective catalytic activity to azo-hydrogenation in four representative azo dyes.The catalytic activity of Cys@AuNCs/rGO was lower than that of CSH@AuNCs/rGO but higher than that of MPA@AuNCs/rGO.However,the cyclic stability of Cys@AuNCs/rGO was inferior to that of both CSH@AuNCs/rGO and MPA@AuNCs/rGO.Further mechanistic studies revealed that amino ligands modified CSH@AuNCs and Cys@AuNCs agglomerated into large-size gold nanoparticles on rGO surface during catalytic reaction under NaBH_(4) action,leading to reduced efficiency and cyclic stability.Conversely,non-amino ligand modified MPA@AuNCs only partially detached from rGO surface without agglomeration,resulting in better cyclic stability.Protection of amino groups in ligands such as modifying-NH_(3)^(+)group in Cys into imine to form N-isobutyryl-L-cysteine(NIBC)substantially improved the cyclic stability while maintaining the high activity in the NIBC@AuNCs/rGO catalyst system.Our work provides an approach for developing a highly-active and stable SMC heterostructure catalyst via manipulating interfacial charges in SMC.

Rambutan-like Co P@Mo-Co-O hollow microspheres for efficient hydrogen evolution reaction in alkaline solution

Water electrolysis has attracted a lot of attention in recent years for hydrogen production.CoP has been widely investigated as a traditional electrocatalyst for hydrogen evolution reaction(HER).However,the strong bond strength of P-H bond and weak chemical stability are still the key problems in affecting catalytic performance of CoP.In this work,we synthesized rambutan-like CoP@Mo-Co-O hollow microspheres as HER electrocatalyst,solving the two problems of CoP as electrocatalyst.Benefiting from the unique three-dimensional space structure and interface effect between CoP and Mo-Co-O,the synthesized CoP@Mo-Co-O shows a small overpotential of 62 mV at the current density of 10 mA cm^-2 for HER,which is much lower than the corresponding overpotential of pure CoP microspheres(117 mV).Rambutan-like CoP@Mo-Co-O hollow microspheres also show robust long-term stability and excellent cycling stability.This work provides a new method for the design and improvement of non-precious HER electrocatalysts.

Thermodynamic analysis and modification of Gibbs–Thomson equation for melting point depression of metal nanoparticles

Abnormal melting point depression of metal nanoparticles often occurs in heterogeneous catalytic reactions,which leads to a reduction in the stability of reactive nanoclusters.To study this abnormal phenomenon,the original and surface-energy modified Gibbs-Thomson equations were analyzed in this work and further modified by considering the effect of the substrate.The results revealed that the original Gibbs-Thomson equation was not suitable for the particles with radii smaller than 10 nm.Moreover,the performance of the surface-energy modified Gibbs-Thomson equation was improved,and the deviation was reduced to(-350-100)K,although further modification of the equation by considering the interfacial effect was necessary for the small particles(r<5 nm).The new model with the interfacial effect improved the model performance with a deviation of approximately-50 to 20 K,where the interfacial effect can be predicted quantitatively from the thermodynamic properties of the metal and substrate.Additionally,the micro-wetting parameterα_W can be used to qualitatively study the overall impact of the substrate on the melting point depression.

Test Method to Simulate the Influence of the Interface on the Concrete Carbonation Process

A trial test method is introduced to form and magnify regular interface. Through researching on the carbonation of the magnifying interfacial transition zone （ITZ）, the practical carbonation of the concrete can be simulated. Because the diffusion rate of CO2 in the ITZ is several times greater than that in the bulk paste, the diffusion rate and direction of CO2 will change and form a new carbonation front line. An interfacial effect zone caused by the ITZ will change the distribution of the complete carbonation zone and the partial carbonation zone. One of the important reasons for the formation of the partial carbonation zone was the existence of the interfacial effect zone. Consequently, the method mentioned in this paper provides a new way for researching on the microstructure of the cement based materials during the carbonation process.

Fatigue Behaviour of Metal Matrix Composites

Based mainly on the work done at the authors' laboratory in recent years,this paper examines what is currently known about the cyclic deformation and fatigue properties of metal matrix composites, with particular emphasis on discontinuous fiber (whisker or particulate)-reinforced Al composites. The following items are discussed:fatigue strength and life,cyclic deformation and microstructural evolution,microcrack initiation and growth,fatigue crack propagation behaviour.

Enhanced O2 reduction on atomically thin Pt-based nanoshells by integrating surface facet, interfacial electronic, and substrate stabilization effects

To fully realize the commercial viability of Pt in fuel cells, the usage of scarce Pt must be reduced while the activity and durability in 02 reduction reaction （ORR） must be enhanced. Here we report a metallic stack design achieving these goals for ORR, based on atomically precise materials synthesis. Au@Pd@Pt nanostructures with atomically thin Pt shells and high-index surfaces form an excellent platform for integrating the effects of electronic structures, surface facets, and substrate stabilization to boost ORR performance. Au@Pd@Pt trisoctahedrons （TOH） achieve mass activity 6.1 times higher than that of commercial Pt/C and dramatically enhanced durability beyond 1.0 V vs. a reversible hydrogen electrode in oxidation potential. Meanwhile, Pt comprises only 3.2% of the nanostructures. To further improve the ORR activity and demonstrate the versatility of our strategy, we implement the same design in PtNi alloy electrocatalysts. The Au@Pd@PtNi TOHs exhibit mass activity 14.3 times higher than that of commercial Pt/C as well as excellent durability. This work demonstrates an alternative strategy for fabricating high-performance and low-cost catalysts, and highlights the importance of simultaneous surface and interfacial engineering with atomic precision in designing catalysts.

Solder Size Effect on Early Stage Interfacial Intermetallic Compound Evolution in Wetting Reaction of Sn3.0Ag0.5Cu/ENEPIG Joints

Solder size effect on early stage interfacial intermetallic compound(IMC) evolution in wetting reaction between Sne3.0Age0.5Cu solder balls and electroless nickel electroless palladium immersion gold(ENEPIG) pads at 250 C was investigated. The interfacial IMCs transformed from initial needle- and rodtype(Cu,Ni)6Sn5to dodecahedron-type(Cu,Ni)6Sn5and then to needle-type(Ni,Cu)3Sn4at the early interfacial reaction stage. Moreover, these IMC transformations occurred earlier in the smaller solder joints, where the decreasing rate of Cu concentration was faster due to the Cu consumption by the formation of interfacial(Cu,Ni)6Sn5. On thermodynamics, the decrease of Cu concentration in liquid solder changed the phase equilibrium at the interface and thus resulted in the evolution of interfacial IMCs; on kinetics, larger solder joints had sufficient Cu flux toward the interface to feed the(Cu,Ni)6Sn5growth in contrast to smaller solder joints, thus resulted in the delayed IMC transformation and the formation of larger dodecahedron-type(Cu,Ni)6Sn5grains. In smaller solders, no spalling but the consumption of(Cu,Ni)6Sn5grains by the formation of(Ni,Cu)3Sn4grains occurred where smaller discrete(Cu,Ni)6Sn5grains formed at the interface.

Interfacial synergistic effect in SnO_(2)/PtNi nanocrystals enclosed by high-index facets for high-efficiency ethylene glycol electrooxidation

Strengthening the oxide-metal interfacial synergistic interaction in nanocatalysts is identified as potential strategy to boost intrinsic activities and the availability of active sites by regulating the surface/interface environment of catalysts.Herein,the SnO_(2)/PtNi concave nanocubes(CNCs)enclosed by high-index facets(HIFs)with tunable SnO_(2)composition are successfully fabricated through combining the hydrothermal and self-assembly method.The interfacial interaction between ultrafine SnO_(2)nanoparticles and PtNi with HIFs surface structure is characterized by analytical techniques.The as-prepared 0.20%SnO_(2)/PtNi catalyst exhibits extraordinarily high catalytic performance for ethylene glycol electrooxidation(EGOR)in acidic conditions with specific activity of 3.06 mA/cm^(2),which represents 6.2-fold enhancement compared with the state-of-the-art Pt/C catalyst.Additionally,the kinetic study demonstrates that the strong interfacial interaction between SnO_(2)and PtNi not only degrades the activation energy barrier during the process of EGOR but also enhances the CO-resistance ability and long-term stability.This study provides a novel perspective to construct highly efficient and stable electrocatalysts for energy conversions.