The effect of element Ti on the microstructures and mechanical properties of as-cast and annealed NbTaMoWTi,(x=0,1,1.5,2)refractory high-entropy alloys(RHEAs)was investigated.Results show that after Ti addition,the as...The effect of element Ti on the microstructures and mechanical properties of as-cast and annealed NbTaMoWTi,(x=0,1,1.5,2)refractory high-entropy alloys(RHEAs)was investigated.Results show that after Ti addition,the as-cast alloys maintain their original single body-centered cubic(bcc)structure.As for the mechanical properties,compared with those without Ti addition,the strength and ductility of NbTaMoWTi,alloys increase by 93%and 215%,respectively.Furthermore,the NbTaMoWTi alloys exhibit outstanding thermal stability.After annealing at 1400 C,they still maintain the single bcc structure,and their mechanical properties are even slightly improved.However,annealing leads to a significant deterioration in the mechanical properties of high-Ti-content alloys(NbTaMoWTil and NbTaMoWTi2),owing to the formation of Ti-rich acicular phases.展开更多
In this study,FeCr_(x)MnAlCu(x=0,0.5,1.0,1.5,2.0)high-entropy alloys were fabricated using vacuum arc melting,and the corrosion behavior of these alloys in 3.5wt%NaCl solution at room temperature was investigated by e...In this study,FeCr_(x)MnAlCu(x=0,0.5,1.0,1.5,2.0)high-entropy alloys were fabricated using vacuum arc melting,and the corrosion behavior of these alloys in 3.5wt%NaCl solution at room temperature was investigated by electrochemical dynamic potential polarization curves and immersion experiments.The microstructure results show that the high-entropy alloy with x=0 has a body-centered cubic phase structure,whereas the high-entropy alloys with x=0.5–2.0 have a mixed face-centered cubic+body-centered cubic dual-phase structure.The corrosion results show that the corrosion resistance of the high-entropy alloy is increased with the increase in Cr content.Among them,the high-entropy alloy with x=2.0 exhibits the optimal corrosion resistance:the highest self-corrosion potential(E_(corr)=−0.354 V vs.Ag/AgCl),the smallest self-corrosion current density(I_(corr)=1.991×10^(−6)A·cm^(−2)),and the smallest corrosion rate(0.0292 mm/a).The composite passivation film of oxides and hydroxides is formed on the surface of the corroded high-entropy alloys,and the Cr_(2)O_(3)content is increased with the increase in Cr content,which effectively improves the stability and protective properties of the passivation film.展开更多
The multi-principal element characteristic of high-entropy alloys has revolutionized the conventional alloy design concept of single-principal element,endowing them with excellent mechanical properties.However,owing t...The multi-principal element characteristic of high-entropy alloys has revolutionized the conventional alloy design concept of single-principal element,endowing them with excellent mechanical properties.However,owing to this multi-principal element nature,high-entropy alloys exhibit complex deformation behavior dominated by alternating and coupled deformation mechanisms.Therefore,elucidating these intricate deformation mechanisms remains a key challenge in current research.Neutron diffraction(ND)techniques offer distinct advantages over traditional microscopic methods for characterizing such complex deformation behavior.The strong penetration capability of neutrons enables in-situ,real-time,and non-destructive detection of structural evolution in most centimeter-level bulk samples under complex environments,and ND allows precise characterization of lattice site occupations for light elements,such as C and O,and neighboring elements.This review discussed the principles of ND,experiment procedures,and data analysis.Combining with recent advances in the research about face-centered cubic high-entropy alloy,typical examples of using ND to investigate the deformation behavior were summarized,ultimately revealing deformation mechanisms dominated by dislocations,stacking faults,twinning,and phase transformations.展开更多
High-entropy oxides(HEOs)have emerged as a promising class of memristive materials,characterized by entropy-stabilized crystal structures,multivalent cation coordination,and tunable defect landscapes.These intrinsic f...High-entropy oxides(HEOs)have emerged as a promising class of memristive materials,characterized by entropy-stabilized crystal structures,multivalent cation coordination,and tunable defect landscapes.These intrinsic features enable forming-free resistive switching,multilevel conductance modulation,and synaptic plasticity,making HEOs attractive for neuromorphic computing.This review outlines recent progress in HEO-based memristors across materials engineering,switching mechanisms,and synaptic emulation.Particular attention is given to vacancy migration,phase transitions,and valence-state dynamics—mechanisms that underlie the switching behaviors observed in both amorphous and crystalline systems.Their relevance to neuromorphic functions such as short-term plasticity and spike-timing-dependent learning is also examined.While encouraging results have been achieved at the device level,challenges remain in conductance precision,variability control,and scalable integration.Addressing these demands a concerted effort across materials design,interface optimization,and task-aware modeling.With such integration,HEO memristors offer a compelling pathway toward energy-efficient and adaptable brain-inspired electronics.展开更多
High-entropy materials(HEMs),characterized by their unique compositional diversity and configurational entropy,have emerged as promising candidates in the field of photocatalysis.These materials,typically composed of ...High-entropy materials(HEMs),characterized by their unique compositional diversity and configurational entropy,have emerged as promising candidates in the field of photocatalysis.These materials,typically composed of five or more principal elements,exhibit remarkable structural stability,enhanced electronic properties,and superior resistance to corrosion and oxidation.In the realm of photocatalysis,HEMs offer several advantages,including broad spectral absorption,efficient charge separation,and robust catalytic activity under various environmental conditions.This review summarizes recent advancements in the synthesis,characterization,and application of HEMs for photocatalytic processes,such as H_(2)evolution,CO_(2)conversion,organic pollutant degradation,and organic conversion.By exploring the intrinsic properties of HEMs and their synergistic effects,we aim to highlight their potential to revolutionize the design and development of next-generation photocatalysts.The integration of HEMs into photocatalytic systems not only paves the way for more efficient and sustainable energy conversion technologies but also opens new avenues for environmental remediation.展开更多
High-entropy layered hydroxides(HELHs),an emerging frontier in entropy-stabilized materials derived from layered double hydroxides(LDHs),have captivated attention with their unparalleled tunability,thermodynamic stabi...High-entropy layered hydroxides(HELHs),an emerging frontier in entropy-stabilized materials derived from layered double hydroxides(LDHs),have captivated attention with their unparalleled tunability,thermodynamic stability,and electrochemical performance.The integration of the high-entropy concept into LDHs empowers HELHs to surmount the constraints of conventional materials through compositional diversity,structurally disordered configurations,and synergistic multi-element interactions.This review systematically embarks on their synthesis methodologies,functional mechanisms,and applications in energy conversion/storage and biomedicine.Advanced synthesis strategies,such as plasma-assisted hydrothermal methods,facilitate precise control over HELH architectures while supporting scalable production.HELHs demonstrate superior electrochemical performance in critical reactions,including oxygen evolution reaction,water oxidation,hydrogen evolution,and glucose electrooxidation.Future directions encompass integrating in situ characterization with simulations,leveraging machine learning for composition screening,and expanding HELHs application through interdisciplinary collaborations.This work establishes a comprehensive roadmap for advancing HELHs as next-generation multifunctional platforms for sustainable energy and biomedical technologies.展开更多
High-entropy materials(HEMs)have attracted extensive attention in the field of electrocatalysis due to their high performance enabled by their multi-component,tunable structural characteristics and excellent stability...High-entropy materials(HEMs)have attracted extensive attention in the field of electrocatalysis due to their high performance enabled by their multi-component,tunable structural characteristics and excellent stability.HEMs are usually composed of five or more metal elements,and have core advantages such as high configurational entropy,lattice distortion and multi-element synergistic effect,which provide new possibilities for composition regulation and performance optimization of catalysts.Especially at the nanoscale,HEMs show a larger specific surface area,abundant active sites and higher catalytic reaction efficiency,further expanding their application potential in electrochemical reactions.This paper systematically reviews the classification,structure construction and regulation strategies of HEMs,and focuses on their research progress in critical electrocatalytic reactions including water splitting(HER,OER),hydrogen oxidation(HOR),oxygen reduction(ORR),carbon dioxide reduction(CO_(2)RR),nitrate reduction(NO_(3)-RR)and electrooxidation of organics(EOO).In addition,the preparation methods of HEMs,the structure-performance relationship and the entropy regulation mechanism in the catalytic process are analyzed.Finally,this paper proposes the key challenges currently faced by HEMs in electrocatalytic applications and looks forward to their future development direction,providing a theoretical basis and design ideas for building a new generation of efficient and sustainable electrocatalysts.展开更多
The composition−property relationship of 18 quaternary high entropy diborides(HEBs)consisting of boron and IVB,VB and VIB transition metals(TM)was investigated using first-principles calculations.A valence electron co...The composition−property relationship of 18 quaternary high entropy diborides(HEBs)consisting of boron and IVB,VB and VIB transition metals(TM)was investigated using first-principles calculations.A valence electron concentration−relative electronegativity(VEC−REN)composite descriptor was developed to effectively predict the mechanical properties of HEBs.The results demonstrate that with a fixed VEC,the rise of the REN makes HEBs harder but more brittle when the electronegativity of doped TM atoms is lower than that of boron atoms.However,HEBs become softer and more ductile as REN increases if the doped TM atoms have higher electronegativity than boron atoms.The VEC−REN composite descriptor can accurately classify and predict the mechanical properties of HEBs with different components,which provides important theoretical guidance for the rapid design and development of novel high-entropy ceramic materials.展开更多
Solid oxide cells(SOCs)have emerged as one of the key technologies for low-carbon energy transition due to their fuel flexibility and high system efficiency.However,their long-term deployment remains hindered by mater...Solid oxide cells(SOCs)have emerged as one of the key technologies for low-carbon energy transition due to their fuel flexibility and high system efficiency.However,their long-term deployment remains hindered by material degradation and interfacial instability under high-temperature and multi-atmospheric operating conditions.In particular,achieving a balance between catalytic activity and structural stability presents a major bottleneck in material design.High-entropy materials(HEMs),with their unique configurational entropy effect,multi-principal element synergy,and tunable local defect chemistry,offer a promising pathway to overcome these limitations.This perspective reviews recent advances in the application of HEMs in SOCs,including element selection and structure tuning,machine-learning-assisted design,in situ leaching and self-assembly engineering,and high-entropy coating strategies.Special attention is paid to how HEMs leverage their multi-elemental composition and defect regulation to enhance electrode performance,stabilize interfaces,and improve tolerance to poisoning species.We further highlight the potential of data-driven approaches for accelerating HEM screening and performance optimization,and discuss the integration of high-throughput experimentation with computational modeling to enable efficient exploration of the vast compositional space.Despite the remarkable progress,key challenges remain in achieving long-term stability and reliability across diverse operating scenarios.Future research should focus on precise control of non-equimolar compositions,development of cross-scale dynamic characterization techniques,and establishment of closed-loop frameworks that couple data-driven models with experimental feedback.These efforts will pave the way toward the rational design of high-performance,durable SOC systems.展开更多
The irreversible oxygen redox(OR)in Li-rich layered cathodes leads to severe structural degradation and voltage decay,particularly under harsh operating conditions.Although high-entropy oxides(HEOs)offer enhanced stab...The irreversible oxygen redox(OR)in Li-rich layered cathodes leads to severe structural degradation and voltage decay,particularly under harsh operating conditions.Although high-entropy oxides(HEOs)offer enhanced stability compared to conventional doping modifications,rational element selection for optimizing OR reversibility remains unexplored.Here,we propose an entropy engineering design paradigm for “oxygen-anchoring”,where optimal cation electronegativity(>Mn,1.55)and d(3d/4d)-p orbital hybridization synergistically enhance transition metal–oxygen(TM–O)covalency and stabilize the O2p state.Two high-entropy Li-rich layered oxides:Li_(1.2)Mn_(0.47)Ni_(0.115)Co_(0.115)Mg_(0.02)Ti_(0.02)Al_(0.02)Nb_(0.02)Mo_(0.02)O_(2)(MTANM)and Li_(1.2)Mn_(0.47)Ni_(0.115)Co_(0.115)Mg_(0.02)Ti_(0.02)Cu_(0.02)Nb_(0.02)Mo_(0.02)O_(2)(MTCNM)were synthesized using partial nano-scale precursors and comparatively evaluated.MTCNM exhibits enhanced electrochemical performance and superior oxygen stability compared to MTANM by replacing Al with higher-electronegativity Cu,which possesses improved orbital overlap with oxygen.Both experiments and density functional theory(DFT)calculations demonstrate that element selection changes the covalency of TM–O through altered electronegativity and d orbitals-p orbitals(d-p)hybridization.Further stepwise screening selected the optimal elemental combination Li_(1.2)Mn_(0.47)Ni_(0.115)Co_(0.115)Cr_(0.02)Cu_(0.02)Nb_(0.02)Mo_(0.02)Ru_(0.02)O_(2)(CCNMR),which achieved near 100%capacity retention after 150 cycles at 1 C,50℃,with its voltage decay effectively suppressed.This work establishes a rational element-screening paradigm for entropy-stabilized OR chemistry in high-energy cathodes.展开更多
Laser powder bed fusion(LPBF)is an attractive additive manufacturing technology for preparing high-performance high-entropy alloys(HEAs)engineering components.Unfortunately,the existence of inherent thermal residual s...Laser powder bed fusion(LPBF)is an attractive additive manufacturing technology for preparing high-performance high-entropy alloys(HEAs)engineering components.Unfortunately,the existence of inherent thermal residual stress and non-equilibrium microstructures in the additively manufactured components results in unsatisfactory mechanical properties.Herein,we propose a novel strengthening strategy,namely deep cryogenic treatment(DCT)followed by laser shock peening(LSP),to tailor the microstructures and enhance performances of an LPBF additively manufactured metastable HEA.The post-treatment effects of DCT+LSP on the LPBF-fabricated Fe_(50)Mn_(30)Co_(10)Cr_(10)HEA are evaluated in terms of microstructural modifications,residual stress,and microhardness redistribution,as well as tensile properties.Results indicate that a gradient heterogeneous structure is formed on the as-built sample surface,featuring gradient variations in grain size,martensitic phase content,and dislocation density,due to the grain refinement and martensitic phase transformation under DCT+LSP.The initial tensile residual stress on the surface is fully transformed into compressive stress,achieving a peak of-289 MPa,and the surface microhardness attains a maximum of 380.8 HV.The various strengthening mechanisms of gradient heterogeneous structures,as well as the multiple effects of heterodeformation-induced(HDI)hardening,transformation-induced plasticity(TRIP),and twinning-induced plasticity(TWIP),are responsible for achieving strength-ductility synergy.This work provides a practical pathway and valuable scientific insights for enhancing the mechanical behaviors of additively manufactured metastable HEAs via microstructural engineering.展开更多
High-entropy alloys(HEAs)have emerged as promising candidates for energy structural materials(ESMs)due to their superior mechanical properties and compositional flexibility.However,their corrosion resistance in contac...High-entropy alloys(HEAs)have emerged as promising candidates for energy structural materials(ESMs)due to their superior mechanical properties and compositional flexibility.However,their corrosion resistance in contact with energetic materials,particularly NTO,a widely used insensitive high explosive,remains insufficiently understood.In this study,a series of ZrTiHfTax HEAs with varying Ta contents were fabricated via vacuum arc melting to explore the effect of Ta content on microstructural evolution and corrosion resistance in aqueous NTO solution.X-ray diffraction(XRD)and transmission electron microscopy(TEM)analyses revealed a composition-induced phase transformation from a dual-phase HCP+BCC structure at low Ta content to a single-phase BCC structure at higher Ta concentrations.Electrochemical measurements demonstrated that increasing Ta content markedly enhanced corrosion resistance;the corrosion current density of the Ta1.00 HEA was 44.57%of that of the Ta0.25 HEA.Moreover,X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy(XPS)and time-of-flight secondary ion mass spectrometry(ToF-SIMS)indicated that higher Ta content facilitated the formation of a denser and more compact passive film with reduced defect density.Density functional theory(DFT)calculations further revealed that the passive layer provides dual protection effects by physically hindering H+/NTO−ingress and chemically suppressing nitro group dissociation and substrate oxidation.This work offers fundamental insights into the corrosion protection mechanisms of HEAs in NTO-containing environments and provides valuable guidance for the rational design of corrosion-resistant HEAs.展开更多
Temperature stability is essential for the precision of flexible sensors.However,constrained by the composite principle of heterogeneous materials,the existing self-compensating methods encounter substantial challenge...Temperature stability is essential for the precision of flexible sensors.However,constrained by the composite principle of heterogeneous materials,the existing self-compensating methods encounter substantial challenges.To tackle this,high-entropy alloy nanofibers were utilized to construct a flexible strain sensor with inherent temperature stability.This approach leverages the electrohydrodynamic direct writing;a precursor conductive network was established through the electrospinning of a high-entropy alloy acetate and polyvinylidene difluoride solution blend.Subsequently,annealing treatment facilitated metallization,resulting in the synergistic preservation of polymer stretchability and the low temperature coefficient of resistance properties of high-entropy alloys inside the nanofibers.The test results demonstrate that the high-entropy alloys flexible strain sensor exhibits a remarkably low temperature coefficient of resistance(45.59 ppm K^(-1))across the range of-10 to 70℃,a sensitivity coefficient GF of 1.12 with a 50%strain range,and a response time of 310 ms.After 6000 stretching cycles,no baseline drift or failure occurred,indicating excellent cyclic stability.Furthermore,the outstanding temperature stability of the sensor was validated through wearable application and robotic hands strain sensing conducted under varied environment temperatures.This work provides a viable design pathway for developing flexible sensors with an inherently low temperature coefficient of resistance.展开更多
Molecular dynamics simulations were carried out to study the effect of chemical short-range order(CSRO)on the primary radiation damage in TiVTaNb high-entropy alloys(HEAs).We have performed displacement cascade simula...Molecular dynamics simulations were carried out to study the effect of chemical short-range order(CSRO)on the primary radiation damage in TiVTaNb high-entropy alloys(HEAs).We have performed displacement cascade simulations to explore the CSRO effect on the generation and evolution behaviors of irradiation defects.The results demonstrate that CSRO can suppress the formation of Frenkel pairs in TiVTaNb HEAs,with the suppression effect becoming more pronounced as the degree of CSRO increases.CSRO can change the types of interstitial defects generated during cascade collisions.Specifically,as the degree of CSRO increases,the proportion of Ti-related interstitials shows a marked enhancement,primarily evidenced by a significant rise in Ti–Ti dumbbells accompanied by a corresponding decrease in Ti–V dumbbells.CSRO exhibits negligible influence on defect clustering and the nucleation and evolution of dislocation loops.Regardless of CSRO conditions,TiVTaNb HEAs preserve exceptional radiation tolerance throughout the cascade damage process,suggesting that the intrinsic properties of this multi-principal element system dominate its radiation response.These findings provide fundamental insights into the CSRO effect on defect formation and evolution behaviors in HEAs,which may provide new design strategies for high-entropy alloys.展开更多
High-entropy spinel oxides are promising anode materials for lithium-ion batteries owing to their unique crystal structures,which provide enhanced structural stability,multiple redox-active sites,and three-dimensional...High-entropy spinel oxides are promising anode materials for lithium-ion batteries owing to their unique crystal structures,which provide enhanced structural stability,multiple redox-active sites,and three-dimensional Li^(+)diffusion pathways.However,the intrinsic complexity and compositional diversity of high-entropy systems have limited a comprehensive understanding of the correlation between crystal structure,elemental composition,and rate performance,thereby impeding further optimization and practical application.展开更多
Developing efficient electrocatalysts for oxygen evolution reaction(OER)is imperative to enhance the overall efficiency of electrolysis systems and rechargeable metal-air batteries operating in aqueous solutions.High-...Developing efficient electrocatalysts for oxygen evolution reaction(OER)is imperative to enhance the overall efficiency of electrolysis systems and rechargeable metal-air batteries operating in aqueous solutions.High-entropy materials,featured with their distinctive multi-component properties,have found extensive application as catalysts in electrochemical energy storage and conversion devices.However,synthesizing nanostructured high-entropy compounds under mild conditions poses a significant challenge due to the difficulty in overcoming the immiscibility of multiple metallic constituents.In this context,the current study focuses on the synthesis of an array of nano-sized high entropy sulfides tailored for OER via a facile precursor pyrolysis method at low temperature.The representative compound,Fe Co Ni Cu Mn Sx,demonstrates remarkable OER performance,achieving a current density of 10 m A/cm^(2) at an overpotential of merely 220 m V and excellent stability with constant electrolysis at 100 m A/cm^(2) for over 400 h.The in-situ formed metal(oxy)hydroxide has been confirmed as the real active sites and its exceptional performance can be primarily attributed to the synergistic effects arising from its multiple components.Furthermore,the synthetic methodology presented here is versatile and can be extended to the preparation of high entropy phosphides,which also present favorable OER performance.This research not only introduces promising non-noble electrocatalysts for OER but also offers a facile approach to expand the family of nano high-entropy materials,contributing significantly to the field of electrochemical energy conversion.展开更多
High-entropy oxides(HEOs)have received considerable attention in the past few years due to their unique high configurational entropy and ideal elemental adjustability.HEOs are generally considered to be a special clas...High-entropy oxides(HEOs)have received considerable attention in the past few years due to their unique high configurational entropy and ideal elemental adjustability.HEOs are generally considered to be a special class of oxides containing five or more different metal cations.The attractive synergistic effect makes HEOs promising energy storage and conversion material.However,at present,the knowledge of HEOs and their practical applications on electrochemistry is still scattered without comprehensive report.In this review,we highlight the preparation methods,common crystal structures and their applications in the field of electrochemistry,which can be divided into two main categories:(1)electrochemical energy storage devices,including supercapacitors,lithium-ion batteries,sodium-ion batteries,and other batteries;(2)electrocatalysis reaction system,including hydrogen evolution reaction(HER),oxygen evolution reaction(OER),oxygen reduction reaction(ORR),and electrocatalytic CO_(2)reduction reaction(CO_(2)RR).Finally,the remaining challenges and prospects in the future are envisioned in the related field,which will help to unlock the mysteries of HEOs for energy storage and conversion.展开更多
This study investigated the microstructure and hydrogen absorption properties of a rare-earth high-entropy alloy(HEA),YGdTbDyHo.Results indicated that the YGdTbDyHo alloy had a microstructure of equiaxed grains,with t...This study investigated the microstructure and hydrogen absorption properties of a rare-earth high-entropy alloy(HEA),YGdTbDyHo.Results indicated that the YGdTbDyHo alloy had a microstructure of equiaxed grains,with the alloy elements distributed homogeneously.Upon hydrogen absorption,the phase structure of the HEA changed from a solid solution with an hexagonal-close-packed(HCP)structure to a high-entropy hydride with an faced-centered-cubic(FCC)structure without any secondary phase precipitated.The alloy demonstrated a maximum hydrogen storage capacity of 2.33 H/M(hydrogen atom/metal atom)at 723 K,with an enthalpy change(ΔH)of-141.09 kJ·mol^(-1)and an entropy change(ΔS)of-119.14 J·mol^(-1)·K^(-1).The kinetic mechanism of hydrogen absorption was hydride nucleation and growth,with an apparent activation energy(E_(a))of 20.90 kJ·mol^(-1).Without any activation,the YGdTbDyHo alloy could absorb hydrogen quickly(180 s at 923 K)with nearly no incubation period observed.The reason for the obtained value of 2.33 H/M was that the hydrogen atoms occupied both tetrahedral and octahedral interstices.These results demonstrate the potential application of HEAs as a high-capacity hydrogen storage material with a large H/M ratio,which can be used in the deuterium storage field.展开更多
High-Entropy Alloys(HEAs)exhibit significant potential across multiple domains due to their unique properties.However,conventional research methodologies face limitations in composition design,property prediction,and ...High-Entropy Alloys(HEAs)exhibit significant potential across multiple domains due to their unique properties.However,conventional research methodologies face limitations in composition design,property prediction,and process optimization,characterized by low efficiency and high costs.The integration of Artificial Intelligence(AI)technologies has provided innovative solutions for HEAs research.This review presented a detailed overview of recent advancements in AI applications for structural modeling and mechanical property prediction of HEAs.Furthermore,it discussed the advantages of big data analytics in facilitating alloy composition design and screening,quality control,and defect prediction,as well as the construction and sharing of specialized material databases.The paper also addressed the existing challenges in current AI-driven HEAs research,including issues related to data quality,model interpretability,and cross-domain knowledge integration.Additionally,it proposed prospects for the synergistic development of AI-enhanced computational materials science and experimental validation systems.展开更多
In recent years,sodium-ion batteries(SIBs)have become one of the hot discussions and have gradually moved toward industrialization.However,there are still some shortcomings in their performance that have not been well...In recent years,sodium-ion batteries(SIBs)have become one of the hot discussions and have gradually moved toward industrialization.However,there are still some shortcomings in their performance that have not been well addressed,including phase transition,structural degradation,and voltage platform.High entropy materials have recently gained significant attention from researchers due to their effects on thermodynamics,dynamics,structure,and performance.Researchers have attempted to use these materials in sodium-ion batteries to overcome their problems,making it a modification method.This paper aims to discuss the research status of high-entropy cathode materials for sodium-ion batteries and summarize their effects on sodium-ion batteries from three perspectives:Layered oxide,polyanion,and Prussian blue.The infiuence on material structure,the inhibition of phase transition,and the improvement of ion diffusivity are described.Finally,the advantages and disadvantages of high-entropy cathode materials for sodium-ion batteries are summarized,and their future development has prospected.展开更多
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China(51774179)Natural Science Foundation of Liaoning Province(20180550546)+2 种基金Joint Fund of State Key Laboratory of Metal Material for Marine Equipment and Application(HGSKL-USTLN(2021)03)High-Level Talent Fund of USTL(6003000377,6003000294)supported by Liaoning Provincial Department of Education(LJ212410146037)。
文摘The effect of element Ti on the microstructures and mechanical properties of as-cast and annealed NbTaMoWTi,(x=0,1,1.5,2)refractory high-entropy alloys(RHEAs)was investigated.Results show that after Ti addition,the as-cast alloys maintain their original single body-centered cubic(bcc)structure.As for the mechanical properties,compared with those without Ti addition,the strength and ductility of NbTaMoWTi,alloys increase by 93%and 215%,respectively.Furthermore,the NbTaMoWTi alloys exhibit outstanding thermal stability.After annealing at 1400 C,they still maintain the single bcc structure,and their mechanical properties are even slightly improved.However,annealing leads to a significant deterioration in the mechanical properties of high-Ti-content alloys(NbTaMoWTil and NbTaMoWTi2),owing to the formation of Ti-rich acicular phases.
基金Gansu Provincial Science and Technology Major Special Program(24ZDWA008)Fourth Batch of Top Leading Talents Fund Projects in Gansu Province(ZZ2023G50100013)。
文摘In this study,FeCr_(x)MnAlCu(x=0,0.5,1.0,1.5,2.0)high-entropy alloys were fabricated using vacuum arc melting,and the corrosion behavior of these alloys in 3.5wt%NaCl solution at room temperature was investigated by electrochemical dynamic potential polarization curves and immersion experiments.The microstructure results show that the high-entropy alloy with x=0 has a body-centered cubic phase structure,whereas the high-entropy alloys with x=0.5–2.0 have a mixed face-centered cubic+body-centered cubic dual-phase structure.The corrosion results show that the corrosion resistance of the high-entropy alloy is increased with the increase in Cr content.Among them,the high-entropy alloy with x=2.0 exhibits the optimal corrosion resistance:the highest self-corrosion potential(E_(corr)=−0.354 V vs.Ag/AgCl),the smallest self-corrosion current density(I_(corr)=1.991×10^(−6)A·cm^(−2)),and the smallest corrosion rate(0.0292 mm/a).The composite passivation film of oxides and hydroxides is formed on the surface of the corroded high-entropy alloys,and the Cr_(2)O_(3)content is increased with the increase in Cr content,which effectively improves the stability and protective properties of the passivation film.
基金National Key R&D Program of China(2023YFB3711904,2022YFA1603801)National Natural Science Foundation of China(12404230,52471181,52301213,52130108,52471005)+2 种基金National Nature Science Foundation of Zhejiang Province(LY23E010002)Open Fund of the China Spallation Neutron Source,Songshan Lake Science City(KFKT2023B11)Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation(2022A1515110805,2024A1515010878)。
文摘The multi-principal element characteristic of high-entropy alloys has revolutionized the conventional alloy design concept of single-principal element,endowing them with excellent mechanical properties.However,owing to this multi-principal element nature,high-entropy alloys exhibit complex deformation behavior dominated by alternating and coupled deformation mechanisms.Therefore,elucidating these intricate deformation mechanisms remains a key challenge in current research.Neutron diffraction(ND)techniques offer distinct advantages over traditional microscopic methods for characterizing such complex deformation behavior.The strong penetration capability of neutrons enables in-situ,real-time,and non-destructive detection of structural evolution in most centimeter-level bulk samples under complex environments,and ND allows precise characterization of lattice site occupations for light elements,such as C and O,and neighboring elements.This review discussed the principles of ND,experiment procedures,and data analysis.Combining with recent advances in the research about face-centered cubic high-entropy alloy,typical examples of using ND to investigate the deformation behavior were summarized,ultimately revealing deformation mechanisms dominated by dislocations,stacking faults,twinning,and phase transformations.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.12172093)the Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation(Grant No.2021A1515012607)。
文摘High-entropy oxides(HEOs)have emerged as a promising class of memristive materials,characterized by entropy-stabilized crystal structures,multivalent cation coordination,and tunable defect landscapes.These intrinsic features enable forming-free resistive switching,multilevel conductance modulation,and synaptic plasticity,making HEOs attractive for neuromorphic computing.This review outlines recent progress in HEO-based memristors across materials engineering,switching mechanisms,and synaptic emulation.Particular attention is given to vacancy migration,phase transitions,and valence-state dynamics—mechanisms that underlie the switching behaviors observed in both amorphous and crystalline systems.Their relevance to neuromorphic functions such as short-term plasticity and spike-timing-dependent learning is also examined.While encouraging results have been achieved at the device level,challenges remain in conductance precision,variability control,and scalable integration.Addressing these demands a concerted effort across materials design,interface optimization,and task-aware modeling.With such integration,HEO memristors offer a compelling pathway toward energy-efficient and adaptable brain-inspired electronics.
基金financially supported by the Eastern Institute of Technology,Ningbo。
文摘High-entropy materials(HEMs),characterized by their unique compositional diversity and configurational entropy,have emerged as promising candidates in the field of photocatalysis.These materials,typically composed of five or more principal elements,exhibit remarkable structural stability,enhanced electronic properties,and superior resistance to corrosion and oxidation.In the realm of photocatalysis,HEMs offer several advantages,including broad spectral absorption,efficient charge separation,and robust catalytic activity under various environmental conditions.This review summarizes recent advancements in the synthesis,characterization,and application of HEMs for photocatalytic processes,such as H_(2)evolution,CO_(2)conversion,organic pollutant degradation,and organic conversion.By exploring the intrinsic properties of HEMs and their synergistic effects,we aim to highlight their potential to revolutionize the design and development of next-generation photocatalysts.The integration of HEMs into photocatalytic systems not only paves the way for more efficient and sustainable energy conversion technologies but also opens new avenues for environmental remediation.
基金the financial support by Advanced Materials-National Science and Technology Major Project(2024ZD0607400)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52402305)+4 种基金the high-level innovation and entrepreneurship talent project of Qinchuangyuan(No.QCYRCXM-2023-084)the Postdoctoral Fellowship Program of CPSF under Grant Number GZB20230570 and 2024M752552Key projects of Shaanxi Province,China(2023GXLH-001)Natural Science Basic Research Program of Shaanxi(Program No.2024JCYBQN-0494,No.2022TD-27)the State Key Laboratory for Electrical Insulation and Power Equipment(No.EIPE23125)。
文摘High-entropy layered hydroxides(HELHs),an emerging frontier in entropy-stabilized materials derived from layered double hydroxides(LDHs),have captivated attention with their unparalleled tunability,thermodynamic stability,and electrochemical performance.The integration of the high-entropy concept into LDHs empowers HELHs to surmount the constraints of conventional materials through compositional diversity,structurally disordered configurations,and synergistic multi-element interactions.This review systematically embarks on their synthesis methodologies,functional mechanisms,and applications in energy conversion/storage and biomedicine.Advanced synthesis strategies,such as plasma-assisted hydrothermal methods,facilitate precise control over HELH architectures while supporting scalable production.HELHs demonstrate superior electrochemical performance in critical reactions,including oxygen evolution reaction,water oxidation,hydrogen evolution,and glucose electrooxidation.Future directions encompass integrating in situ characterization with simulations,leveraging machine learning for composition screening,and expanding HELHs application through interdisciplinary collaborations.This work establishes a comprehensive roadmap for advancing HELHs as next-generation multifunctional platforms for sustainable energy and biomedical technologies.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(22378247 and 22078187)China-CEEC University Joint Education Project(2021099)+1 种基金the International Joint Research Center for Biomass Chemistry and Materials,the Shaanxi International Science and Technology Cooperation Base(2018GHJD-19)Ning Wei and Xue Yao are grateful to Innovative Talents International Cooperative Training Project from China Scholarship Council(Grant No.202310470014 and 202310470013).
文摘High-entropy materials(HEMs)have attracted extensive attention in the field of electrocatalysis due to their high performance enabled by their multi-component,tunable structural characteristics and excellent stability.HEMs are usually composed of five or more metal elements,and have core advantages such as high configurational entropy,lattice distortion and multi-element synergistic effect,which provide new possibilities for composition regulation and performance optimization of catalysts.Especially at the nanoscale,HEMs show a larger specific surface area,abundant active sites and higher catalytic reaction efficiency,further expanding their application potential in electrochemical reactions.This paper systematically reviews the classification,structure construction and regulation strategies of HEMs,and focuses on their research progress in critical electrocatalytic reactions including water splitting(HER,OER),hydrogen oxidation(HOR),oxygen reduction(ORR),carbon dioxide reduction(CO_(2)RR),nitrate reduction(NO_(3)-RR)and electrooxidation of organics(EOO).In addition,the preparation methods of HEMs,the structure-performance relationship and the entropy regulation mechanism in the catalytic process are analyzed.Finally,this paper proposes the key challenges currently faced by HEMs in electrocatalytic applications and looks forward to their future development direction,providing a theoretical basis and design ideas for building a new generation of efficient and sustainable electrocatalysts.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Nos. 52071179, 52271033)the Key Program of National Natural Science Foundation of China (No. 51931003)+2 种基金the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province, China (No. BK20221493)the Jiangsu Province Leading Edge Technology Basic Research Major Project, China (No. BK20222014)the Foundation of “Qinglan Project” for Colleges and Universities in Jiangsu Province, China。
文摘The composition−property relationship of 18 quaternary high entropy diborides(HEBs)consisting of boron and IVB,VB and VIB transition metals(TM)was investigated using first-principles calculations.A valence electron concentration−relative electronegativity(VEC−REN)composite descriptor was developed to effectively predict the mechanical properties of HEBs.The results demonstrate that with a fixed VEC,the rise of the REN makes HEBs harder but more brittle when the electronegativity of doped TM atoms is lower than that of boron atoms.However,HEBs become softer and more ductile as REN increases if the doped TM atoms have higher electronegativity than boron atoms.The VEC−REN composite descriptor can accurately classify and predict the mechanical properties of HEBs with different components,which provides important theoretical guidance for the rapid design and development of novel high-entropy ceramic materials.
基金supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(U24A20542,52472210)Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province(No.BK20221312)Postgraduate Research&Practice Innovation Program of Jiangsu Province(KYCX25_1706).
文摘Solid oxide cells(SOCs)have emerged as one of the key technologies for low-carbon energy transition due to their fuel flexibility and high system efficiency.However,their long-term deployment remains hindered by material degradation and interfacial instability under high-temperature and multi-atmospheric operating conditions.In particular,achieving a balance between catalytic activity and structural stability presents a major bottleneck in material design.High-entropy materials(HEMs),with their unique configurational entropy effect,multi-principal element synergy,and tunable local defect chemistry,offer a promising pathway to overcome these limitations.This perspective reviews recent advances in the application of HEMs in SOCs,including element selection and structure tuning,machine-learning-assisted design,in situ leaching and self-assembly engineering,and high-entropy coating strategies.Special attention is paid to how HEMs leverage their multi-elemental composition and defect regulation to enhance electrode performance,stabilize interfaces,and improve tolerance to poisoning species.We further highlight the potential of data-driven approaches for accelerating HEM screening and performance optimization,and discuss the integration of high-throughput experimentation with computational modeling to enable efficient exploration of the vast compositional space.Despite the remarkable progress,key challenges remain in achieving long-term stability and reliability across diverse operating scenarios.Future research should focus on precise control of non-equimolar compositions,development of cross-scale dynamic characterization techniques,and establishment of closed-loop frameworks that couple data-driven models with experimental feedback.These efforts will pave the way toward the rational design of high-performance,durable SOC systems.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(no.52172209)the Shenzhen International Cooperative Research Project(GJHZ20240218113607014)。
文摘The irreversible oxygen redox(OR)in Li-rich layered cathodes leads to severe structural degradation and voltage decay,particularly under harsh operating conditions.Although high-entropy oxides(HEOs)offer enhanced stability compared to conventional doping modifications,rational element selection for optimizing OR reversibility remains unexplored.Here,we propose an entropy engineering design paradigm for “oxygen-anchoring”,where optimal cation electronegativity(>Mn,1.55)and d(3d/4d)-p orbital hybridization synergistically enhance transition metal–oxygen(TM–O)covalency and stabilize the O2p state.Two high-entropy Li-rich layered oxides:Li_(1.2)Mn_(0.47)Ni_(0.115)Co_(0.115)Mg_(0.02)Ti_(0.02)Al_(0.02)Nb_(0.02)Mo_(0.02)O_(2)(MTANM)and Li_(1.2)Mn_(0.47)Ni_(0.115)Co_(0.115)Mg_(0.02)Ti_(0.02)Cu_(0.02)Nb_(0.02)Mo_(0.02)O_(2)(MTCNM)were synthesized using partial nano-scale precursors and comparatively evaluated.MTCNM exhibits enhanced electrochemical performance and superior oxygen stability compared to MTANM by replacing Al with higher-electronegativity Cu,which possesses improved orbital overlap with oxygen.Both experiments and density functional theory(DFT)calculations demonstrate that element selection changes the covalency of TM–O through altered electronegativity and d orbitals-p orbitals(d-p)hybridization.Further stepwise screening selected the optimal elemental combination Li_(1.2)Mn_(0.47)Ni_(0.115)Co_(0.115)Cr_(0.02)Cu_(0.02)Nb_(0.02)Mo_(0.02)Ru_(0.02)O_(2)(CCNMR),which achieved near 100%capacity retention after 150 cycles at 1 C,50℃,with its voltage decay effectively suppressed.This work establishes a rational element-screening paradigm for entropy-stabilized OR chemistry in high-energy cathodes.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.52205467 and U21A20138)Youth Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province(Grant No.BK20220531)Science and Technology Planning Project of Zhenjiang-International Scientific and Technological Cooperation(Grant No.GJ2023014)。
文摘Laser powder bed fusion(LPBF)is an attractive additive manufacturing technology for preparing high-performance high-entropy alloys(HEAs)engineering components.Unfortunately,the existence of inherent thermal residual stress and non-equilibrium microstructures in the additively manufactured components results in unsatisfactory mechanical properties.Herein,we propose a novel strengthening strategy,namely deep cryogenic treatment(DCT)followed by laser shock peening(LSP),to tailor the microstructures and enhance performances of an LPBF additively manufactured metastable HEA.The post-treatment effects of DCT+LSP on the LPBF-fabricated Fe_(50)Mn_(30)Co_(10)Cr_(10)HEA are evaluated in terms of microstructural modifications,residual stress,and microhardness redistribution,as well as tensile properties.Results indicate that a gradient heterogeneous structure is formed on the as-built sample surface,featuring gradient variations in grain size,martensitic phase content,and dislocation density,due to the grain refinement and martensitic phase transformation under DCT+LSP.The initial tensile residual stress on the surface is fully transformed into compressive stress,achieving a peak of-289 MPa,and the surface microhardness attains a maximum of 380.8 HV.The various strengthening mechanisms of gradient heterogeneous structures,as well as the multiple effects of heterodeformation-induced(HDI)hardening,transformation-induced plasticity(TRIP),and twinning-induced plasticity(TWIP),are responsible for achieving strength-ductility synergy.This work provides a practical pathway and valuable scientific insights for enhancing the mechanical behaviors of additively manufactured metastable HEAs via microstructural engineering.
文摘High-entropy alloys(HEAs)have emerged as promising candidates for energy structural materials(ESMs)due to their superior mechanical properties and compositional flexibility.However,their corrosion resistance in contact with energetic materials,particularly NTO,a widely used insensitive high explosive,remains insufficiently understood.In this study,a series of ZrTiHfTax HEAs with varying Ta contents were fabricated via vacuum arc melting to explore the effect of Ta content on microstructural evolution and corrosion resistance in aqueous NTO solution.X-ray diffraction(XRD)and transmission electron microscopy(TEM)analyses revealed a composition-induced phase transformation from a dual-phase HCP+BCC structure at low Ta content to a single-phase BCC structure at higher Ta concentrations.Electrochemical measurements demonstrated that increasing Ta content markedly enhanced corrosion resistance;the corrosion current density of the Ta1.00 HEA was 44.57%of that of the Ta0.25 HEA.Moreover,X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy(XPS)and time-of-flight secondary ion mass spectrometry(ToF-SIMS)indicated that higher Ta content facilitated the formation of a denser and more compact passive film with reduced defect density.Density functional theory(DFT)calculations further revealed that the passive layer provides dual protection effects by physically hindering H+/NTO−ingress and chemically suppressing nitro group dissociation and substrate oxidation.This work offers fundamental insights into the corrosion protection mechanisms of HEAs in NTO-containing environments and provides valuable guidance for the rational design of corrosion-resistant HEAs.
基金financially supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(52575458,52405424,52275575)Science and Technology Programme of Fujian Province(2024J010011,2024H0002)。
文摘Temperature stability is essential for the precision of flexible sensors.However,constrained by the composite principle of heterogeneous materials,the existing self-compensating methods encounter substantial challenges.To tackle this,high-entropy alloy nanofibers were utilized to construct a flexible strain sensor with inherent temperature stability.This approach leverages the electrohydrodynamic direct writing;a precursor conductive network was established through the electrospinning of a high-entropy alloy acetate and polyvinylidene difluoride solution blend.Subsequently,annealing treatment facilitated metallization,resulting in the synergistic preservation of polymer stretchability and the low temperature coefficient of resistance properties of high-entropy alloys inside the nanofibers.The test results demonstrate that the high-entropy alloys flexible strain sensor exhibits a remarkably low temperature coefficient of resistance(45.59 ppm K^(-1))across the range of-10 to 70℃,a sensitivity coefficient GF of 1.12 with a 50%strain range,and a response time of 310 ms.After 6000 stretching cycles,no baseline drift or failure occurred,indicating excellent cyclic stability.Furthermore,the outstanding temperature stability of the sensor was validated through wearable application and robotic hands strain sensing conducted under varied environment temperatures.This work provides a viable design pathway for developing flexible sensors with an inherently low temperature coefficient of resistance.
基金Project supported by the Youth Program of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.12405324)the CNNC Science Fund for Talented Young Scholars(Grant No.24940)the CNNC Basic Science Fund(Grant No.24851)。
文摘Molecular dynamics simulations were carried out to study the effect of chemical short-range order(CSRO)on the primary radiation damage in TiVTaNb high-entropy alloys(HEAs).We have performed displacement cascade simulations to explore the CSRO effect on the generation and evolution behaviors of irradiation defects.The results demonstrate that CSRO can suppress the formation of Frenkel pairs in TiVTaNb HEAs,with the suppression effect becoming more pronounced as the degree of CSRO increases.CSRO can change the types of interstitial defects generated during cascade collisions.Specifically,as the degree of CSRO increases,the proportion of Ti-related interstitials shows a marked enhancement,primarily evidenced by a significant rise in Ti–Ti dumbbells accompanied by a corresponding decrease in Ti–V dumbbells.CSRO exhibits negligible influence on defect clustering and the nucleation and evolution of dislocation loops.Regardless of CSRO conditions,TiVTaNb HEAs preserve exceptional radiation tolerance throughout the cascade damage process,suggesting that the intrinsic properties of this multi-principal element system dominate its radiation response.These findings provide fundamental insights into the CSRO effect on defect formation and evolution behaviors in HEAs,which may provide new design strategies for high-entropy alloys.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(2023YFA1507204)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(nos.22279030 and 52374301)+2 种基金the Natural Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars of Heilongjiang Province(No.JQ2024B003)the Hebei Key Laboratory of Dielectric and Electrolyte Functional Material,Northeastern University at Qinhuangdao(no.HKDEFM2021201)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Undergraduate Universities of Heilongjiang Province(2024-KYYWF-0122)。
文摘High-entropy spinel oxides are promising anode materials for lithium-ion batteries owing to their unique crystal structures,which provide enhanced structural stability,multiple redox-active sites,and three-dimensional Li^(+)diffusion pathways.However,the intrinsic complexity and compositional diversity of high-entropy systems have limited a comprehensive understanding of the correlation between crystal structure,elemental composition,and rate performance,thereby impeding further optimization and practical application.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.22209183,22225902,U22A20436)the Advanced Talents of Jiangsu University,China(No.23JDG027)。
文摘Developing efficient electrocatalysts for oxygen evolution reaction(OER)is imperative to enhance the overall efficiency of electrolysis systems and rechargeable metal-air batteries operating in aqueous solutions.High-entropy materials,featured with their distinctive multi-component properties,have found extensive application as catalysts in electrochemical energy storage and conversion devices.However,synthesizing nanostructured high-entropy compounds under mild conditions poses a significant challenge due to the difficulty in overcoming the immiscibility of multiple metallic constituents.In this context,the current study focuses on the synthesis of an array of nano-sized high entropy sulfides tailored for OER via a facile precursor pyrolysis method at low temperature.The representative compound,Fe Co Ni Cu Mn Sx,demonstrates remarkable OER performance,achieving a current density of 10 m A/cm^(2) at an overpotential of merely 220 m V and excellent stability with constant electrolysis at 100 m A/cm^(2) for over 400 h.The in-situ formed metal(oxy)hydroxide has been confirmed as the real active sites and its exceptional performance can be primarily attributed to the synergistic effects arising from its multiple components.Furthermore,the synthetic methodology presented here is versatile and can be extended to the preparation of high entropy phosphides,which also present favorable OER performance.This research not only introduces promising non-noble electrocatalysts for OER but also offers a facile approach to expand the family of nano high-entropy materials,contributing significantly to the field of electrochemical energy conversion.
基金the Macao Science and Technology Development Fund(FDCT)for funding(FDCT-MOST joint project nos.0026/2022/AMJ,0098/2020/A2,and 006/2022/ALC of the Macao Centre for Research and Development in Advanced Materials(2022-2024))the Natural Science Foundation of Guangdong Province(No.2023A1515010765)+4 种基金the Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Macao Science and Technology Plan Project(Category C)(No.SGDX20220530111004028)the Science and Technology Program of Guangdong Province of China(No.2023A0505030001)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52102264)the Leading Edge Technology of Jiangsu Province(No.BK20220009)the Macao Young Scholars Program(No.AM2022009).
文摘High-entropy oxides(HEOs)have received considerable attention in the past few years due to their unique high configurational entropy and ideal elemental adjustability.HEOs are generally considered to be a special class of oxides containing five or more different metal cations.The attractive synergistic effect makes HEOs promising energy storage and conversion material.However,at present,the knowledge of HEOs and their practical applications on electrochemistry is still scattered without comprehensive report.In this review,we highlight the preparation methods,common crystal structures and their applications in the field of electrochemistry,which can be divided into two main categories:(1)electrochemical energy storage devices,including supercapacitors,lithium-ion batteries,sodium-ion batteries,and other batteries;(2)electrocatalysis reaction system,including hydrogen evolution reaction(HER),oxygen evolution reaction(OER),oxygen reduction reaction(ORR),and electrocatalytic CO_(2)reduction reaction(CO_(2)RR).Finally,the remaining challenges and prospects in the future are envisioned in the related field,which will help to unlock the mysteries of HEOs for energy storage and conversion.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.21171018 and 51271021)the State Key Laboratory for Advanced Metals and Materials。
文摘This study investigated the microstructure and hydrogen absorption properties of a rare-earth high-entropy alloy(HEA),YGdTbDyHo.Results indicated that the YGdTbDyHo alloy had a microstructure of equiaxed grains,with the alloy elements distributed homogeneously.Upon hydrogen absorption,the phase structure of the HEA changed from a solid solution with an hexagonal-close-packed(HCP)structure to a high-entropy hydride with an faced-centered-cubic(FCC)structure without any secondary phase precipitated.The alloy demonstrated a maximum hydrogen storage capacity of 2.33 H/M(hydrogen atom/metal atom)at 723 K,with an enthalpy change(ΔH)of-141.09 kJ·mol^(-1)and an entropy change(ΔS)of-119.14 J·mol^(-1)·K^(-1).The kinetic mechanism of hydrogen absorption was hydride nucleation and growth,with an apparent activation energy(E_(a))of 20.90 kJ·mol^(-1).Without any activation,the YGdTbDyHo alloy could absorb hydrogen quickly(180 s at 923 K)with nearly no incubation period observed.The reason for the obtained value of 2.33 H/M was that the hydrogen atoms occupied both tetrahedral and octahedral interstices.These results demonstrate the potential application of HEAs as a high-capacity hydrogen storage material with a large H/M ratio,which can be used in the deuterium storage field.
文摘High-Entropy Alloys(HEAs)exhibit significant potential across multiple domains due to their unique properties.However,conventional research methodologies face limitations in composition design,property prediction,and process optimization,characterized by low efficiency and high costs.The integration of Artificial Intelligence(AI)technologies has provided innovative solutions for HEAs research.This review presented a detailed overview of recent advancements in AI applications for structural modeling and mechanical property prediction of HEAs.Furthermore,it discussed the advantages of big data analytics in facilitating alloy composition design and screening,quality control,and defect prediction,as well as the construction and sharing of specialized material databases.The paper also addressed the existing challenges in current AI-driven HEAs research,including issues related to data quality,model interpretability,and cross-domain knowledge integration.Additionally,it proposed prospects for the synergistic development of AI-enhanced computational materials science and experimental validation systems.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China Key Program(No.U22A20420)Changzhou Leading Innovative Talents Introduction and Cultivation Project(No.CQ20230109)for supporting our work。
文摘In recent years,sodium-ion batteries(SIBs)have become one of the hot discussions and have gradually moved toward industrialization.However,there are still some shortcomings in their performance that have not been well addressed,including phase transition,structural degradation,and voltage platform.High entropy materials have recently gained significant attention from researchers due to their effects on thermodynamics,dynamics,structure,and performance.Researchers have attempted to use these materials in sodium-ion batteries to overcome their problems,making it a modification method.This paper aims to discuss the research status of high-entropy cathode materials for sodium-ion batteries and summarize their effects on sodium-ion batteries from three perspectives:Layered oxide,polyanion,and Prussian blue.The infiuence on material structure,the inhibition of phase transition,and the improvement of ion diffusivity are described.Finally,the advantages and disadvantages of high-entropy cathode materials for sodium-ion batteries are summarized,and their future development has prospected.
