The Al0.3CoCrFeNi high-entropy alloy(HEA)particles reinforced Cu matrix composites(CMCs)were fabricated by mechanical alloying and sintering.Transition layer structure was obtained by multi-step ball milling to invest...The Al0.3CoCrFeNi high-entropy alloy(HEA)particles reinforced Cu matrix composites(CMCs)were fabricated by mechanical alloying and sintering.Transition layer structure was obtained by multi-step ball milling to investigate the related influence on element diffusion behavior and wear properties of CMCs.The results indicate that a new Cu transition layer is generated,and the thickness is about 5μm.Cr element diffuses into the interface via the transition layer,which forms the complex oxide.Because of the structure of Cu transition layer,the diffusion rates of Ni,Co and Fe increase,especially the Ni element.The wear resistance of CMCs is improved by 30%,which is due to the improvement of interface bonding strength,compared with the CMCs without transition layer.This method is applicable to the development of advanced HEA reinforced metallic matrix composites.展开更多
The complex [Cu2(apo)4Cl4]·2H2O (apo=2-aminopyridine N-oxide) was obtained. A single- crystal X-ray study shows that the complex is a binuclear compound (Cu2C20H28Cl4N8O6). The coordination geometry about e...The complex [Cu2(apo)4Cl4]·2H2O (apo=2-aminopyridine N-oxide) was obtained. A single- crystal X-ray study shows that the complex is a binuclear compound (Cu2C20H28Cl4N8O6). The coordination geometry about each copper atom is best described as a distorted square pyramid. The compound [Cu2(apo)4Cl4]·2H2O belongs to the triclinic system with space group P, lattice constants: a = 7.8550(7), b = 8.5378(7), c = 12.082(1) ?, α = 72.807(1), β = 77.641(1), γ = 70.800(1)(, V =724.85(11) ?3, Z=1, Mr =745.38, Dc=1.708 g/cm3, μ =1.886mm-1, F(000) =378, R=0.0359, wR2=0.0884 for 2220 reflections with I >2σ(I). The distances between Cu(II) and O atoms are in the range from 1.934(2) to 2.042(2)?. The distance between two copper atoms Cu-Cu(A) is 3.2978(8) ?. The distances of Cu-Cl(1) and Cu-Cl(2) are 2.2322(9), 2.5095(10) ?, respectively. There is no evident hydrogen bond between N and Cl.展开更多
An easy method for preparing CuO nanoparticles incorporated in a mesoporous structure was presented based on the thermal decomposition of a copper complex. The novel copper coordination compound of [Cu(anic)<sub>...An easy method for preparing CuO nanoparticles incorporated in a mesoporous structure was presented based on the thermal decomposition of a copper complex. The novel copper coordination compound of [Cu(anic)<sub>2</sub>]·0.75H<sub>2</sub>O (anic= 2-aminonicotinate) with the microflake morphology was synthesized through the reaction of 2-aminonicotinic acid (Hanic) and copper(II) nitrate. Using elemental analysis and Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, the chemical composition of CuC<sub>12</sub>H<sub>11.5</sub>N<sub>4</sub>O<sub>4.75</sub> was proposed. Calcination process at 550 °C for 4 h transformed the microflakes into CuO nanoparticles incorporated in a mesoporous structure. The FTIR peaks assigned to 2-aminonicotinate were completely removed after calcination, confirming CuO formation. X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis also confirmed the generation of pure and crystalline CuO. SEM showed CuO nanoparticles with the average diameter of 75 nm. The diffuse reflectance spectrum (DRS) of the CuO nanoparticles showed a band gap energy of −1.58 eV. The degradation efficiency toward rhodamine B was almost 100 % after 5 h illumination when both CuO and H<sub>2</sub>O<sub>2</sub> were utilized. The results show that the product can be used as an efficient photocatalyst for water treatment.展开更多
The mechanical properties and microstructures of Al_(2)O_(3)whiskers and graphene nano-platelets(GNPs)co-reinforced Cu-matrix composites were studied.Cu-matrix composites with a variation of GNPs amount were fabricate...The mechanical properties and microstructures of Al_(2)O_(3)whiskers and graphene nano-platelets(GNPs)co-reinforced Cu-matrix composites were studied.Cu-matrix composites with a variation of GNPs amount were fabricated by mechanical alloying followed by vacuum hot-pressing sintering and hot isostatic pressing.The Cu-matrix composite with 0.5 wt.%GNPs(GNPs-0.5)suggests a good interfacial bonding of both Cu/C and Cu/Al_(2)O_(3)interfaces.Both the hardness and compressive strength of Cu-matrix composites show a consistent tendency that firstly increases to a critical value and then decreases with increasing GNPs amount.It is suggested that the most possible strengthening mechanisms of both GNPs and Al_(2)O_(3)whisker working in the Cu-matrix composites involve energy dissipating and load transfer,as well as grain refinements for GNPs.The synergetic effect of GNPs and Al_(2)O_(3)whiskers is highlighted that the embedded GNPs would hinder the crack path generated at the Al_(2)O_(3)/Cu interface and enhance the already outstanding strengthening effect that Al_(2)O_(3)whiskers provide.展开更多
The copper(II) complex [Cu(teta)N(CN)2](ClO4)H2O (teta = 5,7,7,12,14,14- hexamethyl-1,4,8,11-tetraazacyclotetradecane) has been synthesized and the crystal structure was determined by single-crystal X-ray diffraction....The copper(II) complex [Cu(teta)N(CN)2](ClO4)H2O (teta = 5,7,7,12,14,14- hexamethyl-1,4,8,11-tetraazacyclotetradecane) has been synthesized and the crystal structure was determined by single-crystal X-ray diffraction. Crystal data: C18H38ClCuN7O5, monoclinic, space group P21/n, a = 8.796(3), b = 11.885(4), c = 23.054(9) , b = 97.540(4)o, V = 2389.3(15) 3, Mr = 531.54, Z = 4, Dc = 1.478 g/cm3, F(000) = 1124, ?= 1.070 mm-1, the final R = 0.0566 and wR = 0.1162 for 4749 observed reflections (I > 2s(I)). The center copper ion is coordinated by five nitrogen atoms in a square pyramidal geometry, with four from the macrocyclic ligand teta and the other one from a nitrile nitrogen atom of dicyanamide which is coordinated to the metal atoms as uni-dentate manner via nitrile nitrogen atom.展开更多
A pyridine-copper inclusion complex with [Cu(py)4Cl]+ core was prepared in the presence of tripodal ligand tbst {tbst = 1,3,5-tris(2-benzimidazol)sulfanylmethyl-2,4,6-trimethyl- benzene}, and its structure has been de...A pyridine-copper inclusion complex with [Cu(py)4Cl]+ core was prepared in the presence of tripodal ligand tbst {tbst = 1,3,5-tris(2-benzimidazol)sulfanylmethyl-2,4,6-trimethyl- benzene}, and its structure has been determined. It crystallizes in triclinic, space group P with a = 9.0822(2), b = 17.6026(4), c = 18.7156(4) ? a = 93.40, b = 91.2980(1), g = 91.5560(1), V = 2984.81(1) 3, C58H63Cl2CuN11O4S3, Mr = 1208.81, Z = 2, F(000) = 1262, Dc = 1.345 g/cm3, m = 0.615 mm-1, R = 0.0713 and wR = 0.1307 for 7798 observed reflections (I > 2s(I)). X-ray analysis reveals that the uncoordinated tbst and pyridine as guest molecules are included in the complex with formula {[Cu(py)4Cl]Cl}(tbst)(py)4H2O. The tbst, pyridine, aqua and Cl- anion in the com- plex form extensive hydrogen-bonding interactions, building up a quasi-dinuclear structure.展开更多
A series of new complex salts of the type [R]2[MC14] where R =[Ph-C=n-N-Ph N=N-Ph],M = Mn2+, Co2+, Ni2+, Cu2+ and Zn2+ wereprepared and characterized by elemental analysis, molar conductance, IR and UVNis is spec...A series of new complex salts of the type [R]2[MC14] where R =[Ph-C=n-N-Ph N=N-Ph],M = Mn2+, Co2+, Ni2+, Cu2+ and Zn2+ wereprepared and characterized by elemental analysis, molar conductance, IR and UVNis is spectral studies and magnetic measurements.The crystal structure of[Ph-C=n-N-Ph N=N-Ph]2[CuCl4] was determined by single crystal X-ray crystallography. The structure consisted of anion part and a 2,3,5-(triphenyl) tetrazolium cation as counter ions. The copper complex has a distorted tetrahedral geometry, the CI(1)-Cu-CI(2) [124.33 (2°)] and Cl(3)-Cu-Cl(4) [131.03 (2°)] angles are significantly larger than the ideal tetrahedral. The [CuCI4] anion and its counter ions are connected through a hydrogen bonds between C1 of the dianion and hetero aromatic rings by Cl-π, π-π and C-H … π, interactions.展开更多
Crystal structure of copper(Ⅱ) complex with a new mesocyclic diamine ligand 3-hydroxyl-1, 5-diazacyclooctane, Cu [C_(12)H_(28)N_4O_2]Br_2, M_r= 483. 7 is reported. It crystallizes in orthorhombic Pbca with a= 16. 201...Crystal structure of copper(Ⅱ) complex with a new mesocyclic diamine ligand 3-hydroxyl-1, 5-diazacyclooctane, Cu [C_(12)H_(28)N_4O_2]Br_2, M_r= 483. 7 is reported. It crystallizes in orthorhombic Pbca with a= 16. 201 (5), b=10. 513 (4), c=9. 992(4) A, V=1701. 8(7) A ̄3, Z=4, D_c=1. 888 g/cm ̄3, μ=49. 5 cm ̄(-1) (MoKa),F(000) = 972. The final R and Rto are 0. 039 and 0. 047 for 1052 observed reflections with I≥3σ(I). The result of X-ray structure determination shows that 3hydroxyl-1,5-diazacyclooctane forms a 2 :1 complex with CuBr_2 in which the central copper ion is sandwiched between the two ligands.展开更多
The syntheses and structures of trinuclear Mo (W)-Fe-S cluster[MFe2S2(CO)8 (S,CNSEt2)]- (M=Mo, W), hexanuclear Fe-S cluster [Fe6S6-(CO)12]2- and undecanuclear Cu-Fe-S cluster [Cu5Fe6S6(CO)18(PPh3)2]-, containingFe2S2(...The syntheses and structures of trinuclear Mo (W)-Fe-S cluster[MFe2S2(CO)8 (S,CNSEt2)]- (M=Mo, W), hexanuclear Fe-S cluster [Fe6S6-(CO)12]2- and undecanuclear Cu-Fe-S cluster [Cu5Fe6S6(CO)18(PPh3)2]-, containingFe2S2(CO)6-units bave been summarized and the important vestiges left in their struc-tures reflecting the formation processes of the clusters have been found and discussed.Further inspecting some other typical clusters a regular unit construction in the forma-tion of the metal cluster compounds containing Fe2S2(CO)6-units has been figured outand applied to speculate and predict several new cluster compounds containing Fe2S2(CO)6-units.展开更多
The crystal structure of copper(Ⅱ) complex with a new 14-membered tetraazamacrocyclic ligand 5,5,7,12,12,14-hexamethy1-1,4,8,11-tetraazacyclotetradecane-N'N'-diacetic acid,[CuC16N4H34(CH2COO)(CH2COOH)]·C...The crystal structure of copper(Ⅱ) complex with a new 14-membered tetraazamacrocyclic ligand 5,5,7,12,12,14-hexamethy1-1,4,8,11-tetraazacyclotetradecane-N'N'-diacetic acid,[CuC16N4H34(CH2COO)(CH2COOH)]·ClO4·0. 5HCIO4·1. 5H2O was determined. Crystallographic data: Mr = 639.22,orthorhombic, space group Pcnb with a=11.743(4),b=16.446(2),c=29.611 (4) A,Z=8,V=5726(3) A3, Dc=1.482 g·cm-3, F(000)=1344,μ=9. 64 cm-1,R=0.063,and Rw=0.067 for 2386 reflections with I≥3σ(I). The structure shows an unusual configuration in which two carboxyl groups were bonded to two neighboring nitrogen atoms of the macrocycle, N1 and N4, and six methyl substituents occur on one side of the macrocycle, while two carboxyl groups on the other side, and central copper(Ⅱ) ion forms a five-coordinated geometry.展开更多
Cu-based chalcogenides have received increasing attention as promising thermoelectric materials due to their high efficiency,tunable transport properties,high elemental abundance and low toxicity.In this review,we sum...Cu-based chalcogenides have received increasing attention as promising thermoelectric materials due to their high efficiency,tunable transport properties,high elemental abundance and low toxicity.In this review,we summarize the recent research progress on this large family compounds covering diamond-like chalcogenides and liquid-like Cu2X (X=S,Se,Te)binary compounds as well as their multinary derivatives.These materials have the general features of two sublattices to decouple electron and phonon transport properties.On the one hand,the complex crystal structure and the disordered or even liquid-like sublattice bring about an intrinsically low lattice thermal conductivity.On the other hand, the rigid sublattice constitutes the charge-transport network, maintaining a decent electrical performance.For specific material systems,we demonstrate their unique structural features and outline the structure-performance correlation. Various design strategies including doping,alloying,band engineering and nanostructure architecture,covering nearly all the material scale,are also presented.Finally,the potential of the application of Cu-based chalcogenides as high-performance thermoelectric materials is briefly discussed from material design to device development.展开更多
基金Projects(51701061,51705129) supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProject(17391001D) supported by the Department of Science and Technology of Hebei Province,ChinaProject(2017-Z02) supported by the State Key Lab of Advanced Metals and Materials,China
文摘The Al0.3CoCrFeNi high-entropy alloy(HEA)particles reinforced Cu matrix composites(CMCs)were fabricated by mechanical alloying and sintering.Transition layer structure was obtained by multi-step ball milling to investigate the related influence on element diffusion behavior and wear properties of CMCs.The results indicate that a new Cu transition layer is generated,and the thickness is about 5μm.Cr element diffuses into the interface via the transition layer,which forms the complex oxide.Because of the structure of Cu transition layer,the diffusion rates of Ni,Co and Fe increase,especially the Ni element.The wear resistance of CMCs is improved by 30%,which is due to the improvement of interface bonding strength,compared with the CMCs without transition layer.This method is applicable to the development of advanced HEA reinforced metallic matrix composites.
文摘The complex [Cu2(apo)4Cl4]·2H2O (apo=2-aminopyridine N-oxide) was obtained. A single- crystal X-ray study shows that the complex is a binuclear compound (Cu2C20H28Cl4N8O6). The coordination geometry about each copper atom is best described as a distorted square pyramid. The compound [Cu2(apo)4Cl4]·2H2O belongs to the triclinic system with space group P, lattice constants: a = 7.8550(7), b = 8.5378(7), c = 12.082(1) ?, α = 72.807(1), β = 77.641(1), γ = 70.800(1)(, V =724.85(11) ?3, Z=1, Mr =745.38, Dc=1.708 g/cm3, μ =1.886mm-1, F(000) =378, R=0.0359, wR2=0.0884 for 2220 reflections with I >2σ(I). The distances between Cu(II) and O atoms are in the range from 1.934(2) to 2.042(2)?. The distance between two copper atoms Cu-Cu(A) is 3.2978(8) ?. The distances of Cu-Cl(1) and Cu-Cl(2) are 2.2322(9), 2.5095(10) ?, respectively. There is no evident hydrogen bond between N and Cl.
基金Iran University of Science and Technology, the Research Council of Sharif University of Technology and Iran Nanotechnology Initiative Council for financial support
文摘An easy method for preparing CuO nanoparticles incorporated in a mesoporous structure was presented based on the thermal decomposition of a copper complex. The novel copper coordination compound of [Cu(anic)<sub>2</sub>]·0.75H<sub>2</sub>O (anic= 2-aminonicotinate) with the microflake morphology was synthesized through the reaction of 2-aminonicotinic acid (Hanic) and copper(II) nitrate. Using elemental analysis and Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, the chemical composition of CuC<sub>12</sub>H<sub>11.5</sub>N<sub>4</sub>O<sub>4.75</sub> was proposed. Calcination process at 550 °C for 4 h transformed the microflakes into CuO nanoparticles incorporated in a mesoporous structure. The FTIR peaks assigned to 2-aminonicotinate were completely removed after calcination, confirming CuO formation. X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis also confirmed the generation of pure and crystalline CuO. SEM showed CuO nanoparticles with the average diameter of 75 nm. The diffuse reflectance spectrum (DRS) of the CuO nanoparticles showed a band gap energy of −1.58 eV. The degradation efficiency toward rhodamine B was almost 100 % after 5 h illumination when both CuO and H<sub>2</sub>O<sub>2</sub> were utilized. The results show that the product can be used as an efficient photocatalyst for water treatment.
基金the financial supports from the National Natural Science Foundation of China (No. 52101183)China Postdoctoral Science Foundation (Nos. 2017M623054, 2018T110993)
文摘The mechanical properties and microstructures of Al_(2)O_(3)whiskers and graphene nano-platelets(GNPs)co-reinforced Cu-matrix composites were studied.Cu-matrix composites with a variation of GNPs amount were fabricated by mechanical alloying followed by vacuum hot-pressing sintering and hot isostatic pressing.The Cu-matrix composite with 0.5 wt.%GNPs(GNPs-0.5)suggests a good interfacial bonding of both Cu/C and Cu/Al_(2)O_(3)interfaces.Both the hardness and compressive strength of Cu-matrix composites show a consistent tendency that firstly increases to a critical value and then decreases with increasing GNPs amount.It is suggested that the most possible strengthening mechanisms of both GNPs and Al_(2)O_(3)whisker working in the Cu-matrix composites involve energy dissipating and load transfer,as well as grain refinements for GNPs.The synergetic effect of GNPs and Al_(2)O_(3)whiskers is highlighted that the embedded GNPs would hinder the crack path generated at the Al_(2)O_(3)/Cu interface and enhance the already outstanding strengthening effect that Al_(2)O_(3)whiskers provide.
基金The project was supported by the Natural Science Foundation of University of Jiangsu Province (No. 03KJB150118) and Funds of Key laboratory of Organic Synthesis of Jiangsu Province
文摘The copper(II) complex [Cu(teta)N(CN)2](ClO4)H2O (teta = 5,7,7,12,14,14- hexamethyl-1,4,8,11-tetraazacyclotetradecane) has been synthesized and the crystal structure was determined by single-crystal X-ray diffraction. Crystal data: C18H38ClCuN7O5, monoclinic, space group P21/n, a = 8.796(3), b = 11.885(4), c = 23.054(9) , b = 97.540(4)o, V = 2389.3(15) 3, Mr = 531.54, Z = 4, Dc = 1.478 g/cm3, F(000) = 1124, ?= 1.070 mm-1, the final R = 0.0566 and wR = 0.1162 for 4749 observed reflections (I > 2s(I)). The center copper ion is coordinated by five nitrogen atoms in a square pyramidal geometry, with four from the macrocyclic ligand teta and the other one from a nitrile nitrogen atom of dicyanamide which is coordinated to the metal atoms as uni-dentate manner via nitrile nitrogen atom.
基金This work was supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (No. 39970177 29733090 and 29973047)
文摘A pyridine-copper inclusion complex with [Cu(py)4Cl]+ core was prepared in the presence of tripodal ligand tbst {tbst = 1,3,5-tris(2-benzimidazol)sulfanylmethyl-2,4,6-trimethyl- benzene}, and its structure has been determined. It crystallizes in triclinic, space group P with a = 9.0822(2), b = 17.6026(4), c = 18.7156(4) ? a = 93.40, b = 91.2980(1), g = 91.5560(1), V = 2984.81(1) 3, C58H63Cl2CuN11O4S3, Mr = 1208.81, Z = 2, F(000) = 1262, Dc = 1.345 g/cm3, m = 0.615 mm-1, R = 0.0713 and wR = 0.1307 for 7798 observed reflections (I > 2s(I)). X-ray analysis reveals that the uncoordinated tbst and pyridine as guest molecules are included in the complex with formula {[Cu(py)4Cl]Cl}(tbst)(py)4H2O. The tbst, pyridine, aqua and Cl- anion in the com- plex form extensive hydrogen-bonding interactions, building up a quasi-dinuclear structure.
文摘A series of new complex salts of the type [R]2[MC14] where R =[Ph-C=n-N-Ph N=N-Ph],M = Mn2+, Co2+, Ni2+, Cu2+ and Zn2+ wereprepared and characterized by elemental analysis, molar conductance, IR and UVNis is spectral studies and magnetic measurements.The crystal structure of[Ph-C=n-N-Ph N=N-Ph]2[CuCl4] was determined by single crystal X-ray crystallography. The structure consisted of anion part and a 2,3,5-(triphenyl) tetrazolium cation as counter ions. The copper complex has a distorted tetrahedral geometry, the CI(1)-Cu-CI(2) [124.33 (2°)] and Cl(3)-Cu-Cl(4) [131.03 (2°)] angles are significantly larger than the ideal tetrahedral. The [CuCI4] anion and its counter ions are connected through a hydrogen bonds between C1 of the dianion and hetero aromatic rings by Cl-π, π-π and C-H … π, interactions.
文摘Crystal structure of copper(Ⅱ) complex with a new mesocyclic diamine ligand 3-hydroxyl-1, 5-diazacyclooctane, Cu [C_(12)H_(28)N_4O_2]Br_2, M_r= 483. 7 is reported. It crystallizes in orthorhombic Pbca with a= 16. 201 (5), b=10. 513 (4), c=9. 992(4) A, V=1701. 8(7) A ̄3, Z=4, D_c=1. 888 g/cm ̄3, μ=49. 5 cm ̄(-1) (MoKa),F(000) = 972. The final R and Rto are 0. 039 and 0. 047 for 1052 observed reflections with I≥3σ(I). The result of X-ray structure determination shows that 3hydroxyl-1,5-diazacyclooctane forms a 2 :1 complex with CuBr_2 in which the central copper ion is sandwiched between the two ligands.
文摘The syntheses and structures of trinuclear Mo (W)-Fe-S cluster[MFe2S2(CO)8 (S,CNSEt2)]- (M=Mo, W), hexanuclear Fe-S cluster [Fe6S6-(CO)12]2- and undecanuclear Cu-Fe-S cluster [Cu5Fe6S6(CO)18(PPh3)2]-, containingFe2S2(CO)6-units bave been summarized and the important vestiges left in their struc-tures reflecting the formation processes of the clusters have been found and discussed.Further inspecting some other typical clusters a regular unit construction in the forma-tion of the metal cluster compounds containing Fe2S2(CO)6-units has been figured outand applied to speculate and predict several new cluster compounds containing Fe2S2(CO)6-units.
文摘The crystal structure of copper(Ⅱ) complex with a new 14-membered tetraazamacrocyclic ligand 5,5,7,12,12,14-hexamethy1-1,4,8,11-tetraazacyclotetradecane-N'N'-diacetic acid,[CuC16N4H34(CH2COO)(CH2COOH)]·ClO4·0. 5HCIO4·1. 5H2O was determined. Crystallographic data: Mr = 639.22,orthorhombic, space group Pcnb with a=11.743(4),b=16.446(2),c=29.611 (4) A,Z=8,V=5726(3) A3, Dc=1.482 g·cm-3, F(000)=1344,μ=9. 64 cm-1,R=0.063,and Rw=0.067 for 2386 reflections with I≥3σ(I). The structure shows an unusual configuration in which two carboxyl groups were bonded to two neighboring nitrogen atoms of the macrocycle, N1 and N4, and six methyl substituents occur on one side of the macrocycle, while two carboxyl groups on the other side, and central copper(Ⅱ) ion forms a five-coordinated geometry.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China (2018YFB0703600)the National Natural Science Foundation of China (51625205)+3 种基金 the Key Research Program of Chinese Academy of Sciences (KFZD-SW-421)Program of Shanghai Subject Chief Scientist (16XD1403900)Youth Innovation Promotion Association, CAS (2016232)Shanghai Sailing Program (18YF1426700).
文摘Cu-based chalcogenides have received increasing attention as promising thermoelectric materials due to their high efficiency,tunable transport properties,high elemental abundance and low toxicity.In this review,we summarize the recent research progress on this large family compounds covering diamond-like chalcogenides and liquid-like Cu2X (X=S,Se,Te)binary compounds as well as their multinary derivatives.These materials have the general features of two sublattices to decouple electron and phonon transport properties.On the one hand,the complex crystal structure and the disordered or even liquid-like sublattice bring about an intrinsically low lattice thermal conductivity.On the other hand, the rigid sublattice constitutes the charge-transport network, maintaining a decent electrical performance.For specific material systems,we demonstrate their unique structural features and outline the structure-performance correlation. Various design strategies including doping,alloying,band engineering and nanostructure architecture,covering nearly all the material scale,are also presented.Finally,the potential of the application of Cu-based chalcogenides as high-performance thermoelectric materials is briefly discussed from material design to device development.