In this paper, pyrolysis of Indonesian oil sands (lOS) was investigated by two different heating methods to develop a better understanding of the microwave-assisted pyrolysis. Thermogravimetric analysis was conducte...In this paper, pyrolysis of Indonesian oil sands (lOS) was investigated by two different heating methods to develop a better understanding of the microwave-assisted pyrolysis. Thermogravimetric analysis was conducted to study the thermal decomposition behaviors of lOS, showing that 550 ℃ might be the pyrolysis final temperature. A explanation of the heat-mass transfer process was presented to demonstrate the influence of mi- crowave-assisted pyrolysis on the liquid product distribution. The heat-mass transfer model was also useful to explain the increase of liquid product yield and heavy component content at the same heating rate by two differ- ent heating methods. Experiments were carried out using a fixed bed reactor with and without the microwave irradiation. The results showed that liquid product yield was increased during microwave induced pyrolysis, while the formation of gas and solid residue was reduced in comparison with the conventional pyrolysis. Moreover, the liquid product characterization by elemental analysis and GC-MS indicated the significant effect on the liquid chemical composition by microwave irradiation. High polarity substances (ε 〉 10 at 25 ℃), such as oxy- organics were increased, while relatively low polarity substances (ε 〈 2 at 25℃), such as aliphatic hydrocarbons were decreased, suggesting that microwave enhanced the relative volatility of high polarity substances. The yield improvement and compositional variations in the liquid product promoted by the microwave-assisted pyrolysis deserve the further exploitation in the future,展开更多
Density functional theory calculations were performed to study the structures and relative stability of the gadolinium complexes, Gd(H2O)n^3+ (n=8,9), in vacuo and in aqueous solution. The polarizable continuum m...Density functional theory calculations were performed to study the structures and relative stability of the gadolinium complexes, Gd(H2O)n^3+ (n=8,9), in vacuo and in aqueous solution. The polarizable continuum model with various radii for the solute cavity was used to study the relative stability in aqueous solution. The calculated molecular geometries for n=8 and 9 obtained in vacuo are consistent with those observed in experiments. It was found that while the nona-aqua complex is favored in the gas phase, in aqueous solution the octa-aqua conformation is preferred. This result, independent of the types of cavities employed, is in agreement with the experimental observation. The reliability of the present calculation was also addressed by comparing the calculated and experimental free energy of hydration, which revealed that the UA0, UAHF, and UAKS cavities are most appropriate when only the first solvation shell is treated explicitly.展开更多
K2FeO4 powders were synthesized by the ex-situ and in-situ electrochemical methods, respectively, and characterized by infrared spectrum (IR), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), X-ray powder diffraction (XRD) a...K2FeO4 powders were synthesized by the ex-situ and in-situ electrochemical methods, respectively, and characterized by infrared spectrum (IR), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), X-ray powder diffraction (XRD) and BET. Their electrochemical performances were investigated by means of galvanostatic discharge and electrochemi-cal impedance spectroscopy (EIS). The results of physical characterization showed that the two samples have simi-lar structural features, but their surface morphologies and oriented growth of the crystals are different, which results in smaller specific surface area and lower solubility of the ex-situ electrosynthesized K2FeO4 sample. The results of discharge experiments indicated that the ex-situ electrosythesized K2FeO4 electrode has much larger discharge ca-pacity and lower electrode polarization than the in-situ electrosynthesized K2FeO4 electrode. It was found from the results of EIS that lower electrochemical polarization might be responsible for the improvement on the discharge performance of the ex-situ electrosynthesized K2FeO4 electrode.展开更多
The materials used in fuel cells are currently the subject of much research, particularly those of the cathode which is a key element for the different functions that it provides. In our work the authors became intere...The materials used in fuel cells are currently the subject of much research, particularly those of the cathode which is a key element for the different functions that it provides. In our work the authors became interested in the different materials used for the cathode, which are usually ceramic, and some of their physical properties between different electrical conductivity (electronic, ionic), the coefficient of thermal expansion and chemical compatibility between different materials used in the stack. Not to mention, however, the various parameters that influence these properties, such as structure, the sintering temperature, dope, and the operating temperature of the battery. The main objective of research in this area is to improve battery performance by researching new materials and new manufacturing technologies that will increase the electrical conductivity while trying to lower the temperature operating the latter as much as possible while keeping it above 650℃, In doing so, the longevity of the battery will be increased which will have a direct impact on manufacturing costs of the battery, and thus greater use thereof.展开更多
The equations of state of spin-polarized nuclear matter and pure neutron matter are studied in the framework of the Brueckner–Hartree–Fock theory including a three-body force. The energy per nucleon E<SUB>A<...The equations of state of spin-polarized nuclear matter and pure neutron matter are studied in the framework of the Brueckner–Hartree–Fock theory including a three-body force. The energy per nucleon E<SUB>A</SUB>(δ) calculated in the full range of spin polarization for symmetric nuclear matter and pure neutron matter fulfills a parabolic law. In both the cases the spin-symmetry energy is calculated as a function of the baryonic density along with the related quantities such as the magnetic susceptibility and the Landau parameter G<SUB>0</SUB>. The main effect of the three-body force is to strongly reduce the degenerate Fermi gas magnetic susceptibility even more than the value with only two-body force. The equation of state is monotonically increasing with the density for all spin-aligned configurations studied here so that no any signature is found for a spontaneous transition to a ferromagnetic state.展开更多
Effect of titanium dioxide (TiO2) and carbon additives in the respective positive and negative material properties and the influence on the performance of the battery were investigated. The electrode samples were ch...Effect of titanium dioxide (TiO2) and carbon additives in the respective positive and negative material properties and the influence on the performance of the battery were investigated. The electrode samples were characterized by BET (Brunauer Emmett Teller), XRD (X-ray diffractometer), SEM (scanning electron microscopy) and EIS (electrochemical impedance spectroscopy) to understand the surface area, phase, structure, morphology and electrical conductivity of the respective electrode material. The surface area was obtained as 2.312 m2"g"l and 0.892 m2"g"1, respectively for 12% of activated carbon in the expander of negative and 0.70% of TiO2 (Titanium dioxide) in the PAM (positive active material). The structural analysis reveals an increase in the tetrabasic lead sulfate and also evidenced by well grown crystals in the PAM with the TiO2, respectively obtained by XRD and SEM techniques. The impedance spectra analysis shows an increase of electrical conductivity of negative active mass with temperature. The battery results showing two fold enhancements in the charge acceptance were attributed to the high surface area activated carbon in the NAM (negative active material). The materials properties of electrodes and their influence on the battery performance were discussed.展开更多
In order to obtain higher emission performance than that of a traditional M-type cathode, we have developed a new type impregnated dispenser cathode. The new cathode is impregnated with a new active substance with mol...In order to obtain higher emission performance than that of a traditional M-type cathode, we have developed a new type impregnated dispenser cathode. The new cathode is impregnated with a new active substance with molar ratio of 26BaO·29SrO·8Sc2O3 ·7CaO·Al2O3 . This paper introduces the emission performance, surface active material, and work function of the new cathode. At 1100℃B , the DC current density and pulse current density are 30.6±1.0 A/cm2 and 171.6±2.8 A/cm2 , respectively, 2.1 and 5.4 times of that of an M-type cathode. The work function of the new cathode is 1.668± 0.002 eV. High concentration O-Al-Sc-Sr-Ba and O-Al-Sc-Ba are found in the pores and at pore edges, respectively. By comparing the emission performances and surface characteristics of as-polished and as-cleaned cathodes, it is proposed that, the emission around pore ends forms the major part of the total emission for the new cathodes.展开更多
This paper presents the influence of solvent polarity and extraction conditions on the extraction of total flavonoid, total phenolic and antioxidants from Averrhoa bilimbi. The experiment was performed using a differe...This paper presents the influence of solvent polarity and extraction conditions on the extraction of total flavonoid, total phenolic and antioxidants from Averrhoa bilimbi. The experiment was performed using a different solvent at different extraction conditions, including extraction time (15-240 min), temperature (30-70 ℃) and agitation speed (50-300 rpm). Results showed that yields of extraction varies with solvent polarity. Extraction using 50% aqueous methanol gives the highest antioxidant activity and flavonoid content. The highest total flavonoid content (193.3 μg quercetin equivalent/g dry weight), total phenolic content (717.8 μg gallic acid equivalent/g dry weight) and antioxidant activity (77%) was achieved using 50% methanol, at 70 ℃ and agitation speed of 300 rpm. This work may be useful for obtaining higher bioactive compounds during the extraction process of A. bilimbi.展开更多
Flexible lithium-sulfur(Li-S)batteries are considered one of the most promising candidates for highenergy-density storage devices in wearable electronics.However,the safety problem severely restricts the practical app...Flexible lithium-sulfur(Li-S)batteries are considered one of the most promising candidates for highenergy-density storage devices in wearable electronics.However,the safety problem severely restricts the practical application of Li-S batteries because of the possible occurrence of thermal runaway caused by battery short circuits and combustible components,particularly under bending conditions.The development of advanced separators that can suppress lithium dendrite growth and are incombustible is the key to improving the safety of flexible Li-S batteries.In this work,a nonflammable multifunctional Janus separator with self-extinguishing capability,high thermal stability,high thermal conductivity,good electrolyte infiltration,uniform lithium deposition,and efficient polysulfide shuttling inhibition,is proposed.The separator is composed of polyacrylonitrile(PAN)fiber and decabromodiphenyl ethane(DBDPE)membrane as well as functional layers of boron nitride(BN)for suppressing lithium dendrite growth and reduced graphene oxide(rGO)for accelerating the sulfur convention kinetics.As a result,the Li-S battery with a sulfur mass loading of2.7 mg cm^(-2) delivers a specific capacity of 916.8 mA h g^(-1) after100 cycles at 0.1 C and maintains a stable performance during intermittent thermal shock.Moreover,the Li-S pouch cell with a sulfur mass loading of 8 mg exhibits a high capacity of6.3 mA h under bending conditions.展开更多
Strain engineering is a promising method for tuning the electronic properties of two-dimensional(2 D)materials,which are capable of sustaining enormous strain thanks to their atomic thinness.However,applying a large a...Strain engineering is a promising method for tuning the electronic properties of two-dimensional(2 D)materials,which are capable of sustaining enormous strain thanks to their atomic thinness.However,applying a large and homogeneous strain on these 2D materials,including the typical semiconductor MoS_(2),remains cumbersome.Here we report a facile strategy for the fabrication of highly strained MoS_(2) via chalcogenide substitution reaction(CSR)of MoTe_(2) with lattice inheritance.The MoS_(2)resulting from the sulfurized MoTe_(2) sustains ultra large in-plane strain(approaching its strength limit~10%)with great homogeneity.Furthermore,the strain can be deterministically and continuously tuned to~1.5%by simply varying the processing temperature.Thanks to the fine control of our CSR process,we demonstrate a heterostructure of strained MoS_(2)/MoTe_(2)with abrupt interface.Finally,we verify that such a large strain potentially allows the modulation of MoS_(2) bandgap over an ultra-broad range(~1 e V).Our controllable CSR strategy paves the way for the fabrication of highly strained 2D materials for applications in devices.展开更多
It is urgent to develop low-cost but efficient oxygen reduction reaction(ORR)catalysts for the emerging clean energy devices of fuel cells based on proton exchange membrane.Herein,we report a facile method to covert t...It is urgent to develop low-cost but efficient oxygen reduction reaction(ORR)catalysts for the emerging clean energy devices of fuel cells based on proton exchange membrane.Herein,we report a facile method to covert the biomass of black fungus into an efficient ORR catalyst.The black fungus undergoes hydrothermal and pyrolysis processes to transform into carbon-based materials.The as-obtained BF-N-950 catalyst shows prominent ORR catalytic activities in both acidic and alkaline electrolytes with a half-wave potential reaching 0.77 and 0.91 V,respectively.A membrane electrolyte assembly was fabricated with the as-obtained BF-N-950 as the cathode catalyst which shows a high peak power density of255 mW cm^-2.The study shows the potential of converting conventional biomass into low-cost ORR catalyst,which is promising for the fuel cell technology.展开更多
The development of high-performance solid polymer electrolytes is crucial for producing all-solid-state lithium metal batteries with high safety and high energy density.However,the low ionic conductivity of solid poly...The development of high-performance solid polymer electrolytes is crucial for producing all-solid-state lithium metal batteries with high safety and high energy density.However,the low ionic conductivity of solid polymer electrolytes and their unstable electrolyte/electrode interfaces have hindered their widespread utilization.To address these critical challenges,a strong Lewis acid(aluminum fluoride(AIF_(3)))with dual functionality is introduced into poly(ethylene oxide)(PEO)-based polymer electrolyte.The AlF;facilitates the dissociation of lithium salt,increasing the iontransfer efficiency due to the Lewis acid-base interaction;further the in-situ formation of lithium fluoride-rich interfacial layer is promoted,which suppresses the uneven lithium deposition and continuous undesired reactions between the Li metal and PEO matrix.Benefiting from our rational design,the symmetric Li/Li battery with the modified electrolyte exhibits much longer cycling stability(over 3600 h)than that of the pure PEO/lithium bis(trifluoromethanesulfonyl)imide(LiTFSI)electrolyte(550 h).Furthermore,the all-solid-state LiFeP04 full cell with the composite electrolyte displays a much higher Coulombic efficiency(98.4%after 150 cycles)than that of the electrolyte without the AlF;additive(63.3%after 150 cycles)at a large voltage window of 2.4-4.2 V,demonstrating the improved interface and cycling stability of solid polymer lithium metal batteries.展开更多
By employing the method of the multiconfigurational time-dependent Hartree for bosons,we investigate the ground state properties of a singly trapped dipolar gas of spinless bosons.We show that the repulsive interactio...By employing the method of the multiconfigurational time-dependent Hartree for bosons,we investigate the ground state properties of a singly trapped dipolar gas of spinless bosons.We show that the repulsive interactions favor the formation of the fragmented ground state.In particular,we find the formation of the fragmented state is mainly due to the interaction energies associated with the one-and two-particle exchanges between orbitals.We also obtain the stability diagram of the system and find that the stability of the system is significantly enhanced by the appearance of the fragmentation.展开更多
基金Supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2016YFB0301800)the partial support by The Royal Society International Exchange Award(IE161344)the State Scholarship Fund of China Scholarship Council(CSC)(201706255020)
文摘In this paper, pyrolysis of Indonesian oil sands (lOS) was investigated by two different heating methods to develop a better understanding of the microwave-assisted pyrolysis. Thermogravimetric analysis was conducted to study the thermal decomposition behaviors of lOS, showing that 550 ℃ might be the pyrolysis final temperature. A explanation of the heat-mass transfer process was presented to demonstrate the influence of mi- crowave-assisted pyrolysis on the liquid product distribution. The heat-mass transfer model was also useful to explain the increase of liquid product yield and heavy component content at the same heating rate by two differ- ent heating methods. Experiments were carried out using a fixed bed reactor with and without the microwave irradiation. The results showed that liquid product yield was increased during microwave induced pyrolysis, while the formation of gas and solid residue was reduced in comparison with the conventional pyrolysis. Moreover, the liquid product characterization by elemental analysis and GC-MS indicated the significant effect on the liquid chemical composition by microwave irradiation. High polarity substances (ε 〉 10 at 25 ℃), such as oxy- organics were increased, while relatively low polarity substances (ε 〈 2 at 25℃), such as aliphatic hydrocarbons were decreased, suggesting that microwave enhanced the relative volatility of high polarity substances. The yield improvement and compositional variations in the liquid product promoted by the microwave-assisted pyrolysis deserve the further exploitation in the future,
基金ACKNOWLEDGMENTS This work was supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (No.10804001, No.10674002, and No.20773024), the National High Technology Research and Development Program of China (No.2006AA09Z243-3), and the Program for Innovative Research Team in Anhui Normal University of China.
文摘Density functional theory calculations were performed to study the structures and relative stability of the gadolinium complexes, Gd(H2O)n^3+ (n=8,9), in vacuo and in aqueous solution. The polarizable continuum model with various radii for the solute cavity was used to study the relative stability in aqueous solution. The calculated molecular geometries for n=8 and 9 obtained in vacuo are consistent with those observed in experiments. It was found that while the nona-aqua complex is favored in the gas phase, in aqueous solution the octa-aqua conformation is preferred. This result, independent of the types of cavities employed, is in agreement with the experimental observation. The reliability of the present calculation was also addressed by comparing the calculated and experimental free energy of hydration, which revealed that the UA0, UAHF, and UAKS cavities are most appropriate when only the first solvation shell is treated explicitly.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (No.50172041)partly by the Chinese State Key Labora-tory for Corrosion and Protection.
文摘K2FeO4 powders were synthesized by the ex-situ and in-situ electrochemical methods, respectively, and characterized by infrared spectrum (IR), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), X-ray powder diffraction (XRD) and BET. Their electrochemical performances were investigated by means of galvanostatic discharge and electrochemi-cal impedance spectroscopy (EIS). The results of physical characterization showed that the two samples have simi-lar structural features, but their surface morphologies and oriented growth of the crystals are different, which results in smaller specific surface area and lower solubility of the ex-situ electrosynthesized K2FeO4 sample. The results of discharge experiments indicated that the ex-situ electrosythesized K2FeO4 electrode has much larger discharge ca-pacity and lower electrode polarization than the in-situ electrosynthesized K2FeO4 electrode. It was found from the results of EIS that lower electrochemical polarization might be responsible for the improvement on the discharge performance of the ex-situ electrosynthesized K2FeO4 electrode.
文摘The materials used in fuel cells are currently the subject of much research, particularly those of the cathode which is a key element for the different functions that it provides. In our work the authors became interested in the different materials used for the cathode, which are usually ceramic, and some of their physical properties between different electrical conductivity (electronic, ionic), the coefficient of thermal expansion and chemical compatibility between different materials used in the stack. Not to mention, however, the various parameters that influence these properties, such as structure, the sintering temperature, dope, and the operating temperature of the battery. The main objective of research in this area is to improve battery performance by researching new materials and new manufacturing technologies that will increase the electrical conductivity while trying to lower the temperature operating the latter as much as possible while keeping it above 650℃, In doing so, the longevity of the battery will be increased which will have a direct impact on manufacturing costs of the battery, and thus greater use thereof.
基金中国科学院知识创新工程项目,国家重点基础研究发展计划(973计划),the Important Pre-research Project,科技部资助项目
文摘The equations of state of spin-polarized nuclear matter and pure neutron matter are studied in the framework of the Brueckner–Hartree–Fock theory including a three-body force. The energy per nucleon E<SUB>A</SUB>(δ) calculated in the full range of spin polarization for symmetric nuclear matter and pure neutron matter fulfills a parabolic law. In both the cases the spin-symmetry energy is calculated as a function of the baryonic density along with the related quantities such as the magnetic susceptibility and the Landau parameter G<SUB>0</SUB>. The main effect of the three-body force is to strongly reduce the degenerate Fermi gas magnetic susceptibility even more than the value with only two-body force. The equation of state is monotonically increasing with the density for all spin-aligned configurations studied here so that no any signature is found for a spontaneous transition to a ferromagnetic state.
文摘Effect of titanium dioxide (TiO2) and carbon additives in the respective positive and negative material properties and the influence on the performance of the battery were investigated. The electrode samples were characterized by BET (Brunauer Emmett Teller), XRD (X-ray diffractometer), SEM (scanning electron microscopy) and EIS (electrochemical impedance spectroscopy) to understand the surface area, phase, structure, morphology and electrical conductivity of the respective electrode material. The surface area was obtained as 2.312 m2"g"l and 0.892 m2"g"1, respectively for 12% of activated carbon in the expander of negative and 0.70% of TiO2 (Titanium dioxide) in the PAM (positive active material). The structural analysis reveals an increase in the tetrabasic lead sulfate and also evidenced by well grown crystals in the PAM with the TiO2, respectively obtained by XRD and SEM techniques. The impedance spectra analysis shows an increase of electrical conductivity of negative active mass with temperature. The battery results showing two fold enhancements in the charge acceptance were attributed to the high surface area activated carbon in the NAM (negative active material). The materials properties of electrodes and their influence on the battery performance were discussed.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (No. 60871053)the Major State Basic Research Development Program of China (No. 2013CB328901)
文摘In order to obtain higher emission performance than that of a traditional M-type cathode, we have developed a new type impregnated dispenser cathode. The new cathode is impregnated with a new active substance with molar ratio of 26BaO·29SrO·8Sc2O3 ·7CaO·Al2O3 . This paper introduces the emission performance, surface active material, and work function of the new cathode. At 1100℃B , the DC current density and pulse current density are 30.6±1.0 A/cm2 and 171.6±2.8 A/cm2 , respectively, 2.1 and 5.4 times of that of an M-type cathode. The work function of the new cathode is 1.668± 0.002 eV. High concentration O-Al-Sc-Sr-Ba and O-Al-Sc-Ba are found in the pores and at pore edges, respectively. By comparing the emission performances and surface characteristics of as-polished and as-cleaned cathodes, it is proposed that, the emission around pore ends forms the major part of the total emission for the new cathodes.
文摘This paper presents the influence of solvent polarity and extraction conditions on the extraction of total flavonoid, total phenolic and antioxidants from Averrhoa bilimbi. The experiment was performed using a different solvent at different extraction conditions, including extraction time (15-240 min), temperature (30-70 ℃) and agitation speed (50-300 rpm). Results showed that yields of extraction varies with solvent polarity. Extraction using 50% aqueous methanol gives the highest antioxidant activity and flavonoid content. The highest total flavonoid content (193.3 μg quercetin equivalent/g dry weight), total phenolic content (717.8 μg gallic acid equivalent/g dry weight) and antioxidant activity (77%) was achieved using 50% methanol, at 70 ℃ and agitation speed of 300 rpm. This work may be useful for obtaining higher bioactive compounds during the extraction process of A. bilimbi.
基金support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(52072205)the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2019YFA0705700,2021YFB2500200)+1 种基金Shenzhen Stabilization Support Program(WDZC20200824091903001)the Start-up Funds of Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School。
文摘Flexible lithium-sulfur(Li-S)batteries are considered one of the most promising candidates for highenergy-density storage devices in wearable electronics.However,the safety problem severely restricts the practical application of Li-S batteries because of the possible occurrence of thermal runaway caused by battery short circuits and combustible components,particularly under bending conditions.The development of advanced separators that can suppress lithium dendrite growth and are incombustible is the key to improving the safety of flexible Li-S batteries.In this work,a nonflammable multifunctional Janus separator with self-extinguishing capability,high thermal stability,high thermal conductivity,good electrolyte infiltration,uniform lithium deposition,and efficient polysulfide shuttling inhibition,is proposed.The separator is composed of polyacrylonitrile(PAN)fiber and decabromodiphenyl ethane(DBDPE)membrane as well as functional layers of boron nitride(BN)for suppressing lithium dendrite growth and reduced graphene oxide(rGO)for accelerating the sulfur convention kinetics.As a result,the Li-S battery with a sulfur mass loading of2.7 mg cm^(-2) delivers a specific capacity of 916.8 mA h g^(-1) after100 cycles at 0.1 C and maintains a stable performance during intermittent thermal shock.Moreover,the Li-S pouch cell with a sulfur mass loading of 8 mg exhibits a high capacity of6.3 mA h under bending conditions.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(21825103,52001165)Natural Science Foundation of Hubei Province(2019CFA002)+2 种基金Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province(BK20200475)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(2019kfy XMBZ018,30921011215)supports from Analytical and Testing Center in Huazhong University of Science and Technology as well as Nanostructure Research Center(NRC)supported by the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(WUT:2019III012GX,2020III002GX)。
文摘Strain engineering is a promising method for tuning the electronic properties of two-dimensional(2 D)materials,which are capable of sustaining enormous strain thanks to their atomic thinness.However,applying a large and homogeneous strain on these 2D materials,including the typical semiconductor MoS_(2),remains cumbersome.Here we report a facile strategy for the fabrication of highly strained MoS_(2) via chalcogenide substitution reaction(CSR)of MoTe_(2) with lattice inheritance.The MoS_(2)resulting from the sulfurized MoTe_(2) sustains ultra large in-plane strain(approaching its strength limit~10%)with great homogeneity.Furthermore,the strain can be deterministically and continuously tuned to~1.5%by simply varying the processing temperature.Thanks to the fine control of our CSR process,we demonstrate a heterostructure of strained MoS_(2)/MoTe_(2)with abrupt interface.Finally,we verify that such a large strain potentially allows the modulation of MoS_(2) bandgap over an ultra-broad range(~1 e V).Our controllable CSR strategy paves the way for the fabrication of highly strained 2D materials for applications in devices.
基金financially supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China (2017YFA0206500)the National Natural Science Foundation of China (21671014)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities (buctrc201823)
文摘It is urgent to develop low-cost but efficient oxygen reduction reaction(ORR)catalysts for the emerging clean energy devices of fuel cells based on proton exchange membrane.Herein,we report a facile method to covert the biomass of black fungus into an efficient ORR catalyst.The black fungus undergoes hydrothermal and pyrolysis processes to transform into carbon-based materials.The as-obtained BF-N-950 catalyst shows prominent ORR catalytic activities in both acidic and alkaline electrolytes with a half-wave potential reaching 0.77 and 0.91 V,respectively.A membrane electrolyte assembly was fabricated with the as-obtained BF-N-950 as the cathode catalyst which shows a high peak power density of255 mW cm^-2.The study shows the potential of converting conventional biomass into low-cost ORR catalyst,which is promising for the fuel cell technology.
基金supported by the research fund of Shenzhen Science and Technology Innovation Committee(SGDX20201103093600003)the University of Macao,Macao SAR(MYRG2018-00079-IAPME and MYRG2019-00115-IAPME)+2 种基金the Science and Technology Development Fund,Macao SAR(0092/2019/A2,0059/2018/A2,and 009/2017/AMJ)the National Thousand Young Talent planthe National Natural Science Foundation of China(21875040&21905051)。
文摘The development of high-performance solid polymer electrolytes is crucial for producing all-solid-state lithium metal batteries with high safety and high energy density.However,the low ionic conductivity of solid polymer electrolytes and their unstable electrolyte/electrode interfaces have hindered their widespread utilization.To address these critical challenges,a strong Lewis acid(aluminum fluoride(AIF_(3)))with dual functionality is introduced into poly(ethylene oxide)(PEO)-based polymer electrolyte.The AlF;facilitates the dissociation of lithium salt,increasing the iontransfer efficiency due to the Lewis acid-base interaction;further the in-situ formation of lithium fluoride-rich interfacial layer is promoted,which suppresses the uneven lithium deposition and continuous undesired reactions between the Li metal and PEO matrix.Benefiting from our rational design,the symmetric Li/Li battery with the modified electrolyte exhibits much longer cycling stability(over 3600 h)than that of the pure PEO/lithium bis(trifluoromethanesulfonyl)imide(LiTFSI)electrolyte(550 h).Furthermore,the all-solid-state LiFeP04 full cell with the composite electrolyte displays a much higher Coulombic efficiency(98.4%after 150 cycles)than that of the electrolyte without the AlF;additive(63.3%after 150 cycles)at a large voltage window of 2.4-4.2 V,demonstrating the improved interface and cycling stability of solid polymer lithium metal batteries.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant Nos. 11025421,10974209,and 10935010)the National Basic Research Program of China (Grant No. 2012CB922104)
文摘By employing the method of the multiconfigurational time-dependent Hartree for bosons,we investigate the ground state properties of a singly trapped dipolar gas of spinless bosons.We show that the repulsive interactions favor the formation of the fragmented ground state.In particular,we find the formation of the fragmented state is mainly due to the interaction energies associated with the one-and two-particle exchanges between orbitals.We also obtain the stability diagram of the system and find that the stability of the system is significantly enhanced by the appearance of the fragmentation.