Perovskite solar cells(PSCs)have emerged as promising photovoltaic technologies owing to their remarkable power conversion efficiency(PCE).However,heat accumulation under continuous illumination remains a critical bot...Perovskite solar cells(PSCs)have emerged as promising photovoltaic technologies owing to their remarkable power conversion efficiency(PCE).However,heat accumulation under continuous illumination remains a critical bottleneck,severely affecting device stability and long-term operational performance.Herein,we present a multifunctional strategy by incorporating highly thermally conductive Ti_(3)C_(2)T_(X) MXene nanosheets into the perovskite layer to simultaneously enhance thermal management and optoelectronic properties.The Ti_(3)C_(2)T_(X) nanosheets,embedded at perovskite grain boundaries,construct efficient thermal conduction pathways,significantly improving the thermal conductivity and diffusivity of the film.This leads to a notable reduction in the device’s steady-state operating temperature from 42.96 to 39.97 under 100 mW cm^(−2) illumination,thereby alleviating heat-induced performance degradation.Beyond thermal regulation,Ti_(3)C_(2)T_(X),with high conductivity and negatively charged surface terminations,also serves as an effective defect passivation agent,reducing trap-assisted recombination,while simultaneously facilitating charge extraction and transport by optimizing interfacial energy alignment.As a result,the Ti_(3)C_(2)T_(X)-modified PSC achieve a champion PCE of 25.13%and exhibit outstanding thermal stability,retaining 80%of the initial PCE after 500 h of thermal aging at 85 and 30±5%relative humidity.(In contrast,control PSC retain only 58%after 200 h.)Moreover,under continuous maximum power point tracking in N2 atmosphere,Ti_(3)C_(2)T_(X)-modified PSC retained 70%of the initial PCE after 500 h,whereas the control PSC drop sharply to 20%.These findings highlight the synergistic role of Ti_(3)C_(2)T_(X) in thermal management and optoelectronic performance,paving the way for the development of high-efficiency and heat-resistant perovskite photovoltaics.展开更多
Robust, ultra-flexible, and multifunctional MXene-basedelectromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding nanocomposite filmsexhibit enormous potential for applications in artificial intelligence,wireless telecommunication,...Robust, ultra-flexible, and multifunctional MXene-basedelectromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding nanocomposite filmsexhibit enormous potential for applications in artificial intelligence,wireless telecommunication, and portable/wearable electronic equipment.In this work, a nacre-inspired multifunctional heterocyclic aramid(HA)/MXene@polypyrrole (PPy) (HMP) nanocomposite paper withlarge-scale, high strength, super toughness, and excellent tolerance tocomplex conditions is fabricated through the strategy of HA/MXenehydrogel template-assisted in-situ assembly of PPy. Benefiting from the"brick-and-mortar" layered structure and the strong hydrogen-bondinginteractions among MXene, HA, and PPy, the paper exhibits remarkable mechanical performances, including high tensile strength (309.7 MPa),outstanding toughness (57.6 MJ m−3), exceptional foldability, and structural stability against ultrasonication. By using the template effect ofHA/MXene to guide the assembly of conductive polymers, the synthesized paper obtains excellent electronic conductivity. More importantly,the highly continuous conductive path enables the nanocomposite paper to achieve a splendid EMI shielding effectiveness (EMI SE) of 54.1 dBat an ultra-thin thickness (25.4 μm) and a high specific EMI SE of 17,204.7 dB cm2g−1. In addition, the papers also have excellent applicationsin electromagnetic protection, electro-/photothermal de-icing, thermal therapy, and fire safety. These findings broaden the ideas for developinghigh-performance and multifunctional MXene-based films with enormous application potential in EMI shielding and thermal management.展开更多
Hydrogel-based flexible sensors are emerging as ideal candidates for wearable devices and soft robotics.However,most current hydrogels possess limited physicochemical properties,which hinder their practical applicatio...Hydrogel-based flexible sensors are emerging as ideal candidates for wearable devices and soft robotics.However,most current hydrogels possess limited physicochemical properties,which hinder their practical application in long-term and complex scenarios.Herein,inspired by the unique structure of the barnacle,we design multifunctional poly(DMAPA-co-PHEA)hydrogels(CP hydrogels)by employing multiple physical crosslinks in the presence of Ag nanoparticles and NaCl additives.Owing to the synergistic effect of cation-πinteractions,hydrophobic interactions,and ionic bonds,the CP hydrogels exhibit high stretchability(strain up to 1430%),strong adhesion(22.8 kPa),satisfactory antibacterial activity,stable anti-icing ability(<20 kPa after 20 icing-deicing cycles),and high electrical conductivity(18.5 mS/cm).Additionally,the CP hydrogels show fast and sensitive responsiveness and cycling stability and can attach directly to human skin to accurately detect both human motions and tiny physiological signals as a flexible wearable sensor.Collectively,this work significantly contributes a straightforward and efficient design strategy for the development of multifunctional hydrogels,broadening their application scenarios.展开更多
All maritime industries are plagued by marine biofouling pollution,which causes large economic and environmental costs.Therefore,there is an urgent need for ecofriendly alternatives that can effectively reduce the neg...All maritime industries are plagued by marine biofouling pollution,which causes large economic and environmental costs.Therefore,there is an urgent need for ecofriendly alternatives that can effectively reduce the negative consequences of biofouling pollution.This study aimed to produce novel capsaicin-inspired amide derivatives(CIADs)with multifunctional antifouling features by introducing amide compounds to aromatic compounds via a Friedel-Crafts alkylation reaction.The structure of the CIADs was characterized using FTIR,1H NMR,13C NMR,and HRMS,and the comprehensive antifouling capacity was determined by thermal stability,anti-ultraviolet,antibacterial,anti-algal,and marine field experiments.CIADs showed good thermal stability and did not show obvious weight loss before 226°C.2,4-dihydroxy-3,5-diphenylimidemet-hylbenzophenone(DDB)had an excellent ultraviolet absorption effect,which was even better than that of 2-hydroxy-4-(octyloxy)benzophenone.The antibacterial and anti-algal rates of N-(2,4-dimethyl-3-chloro-5-benzamide-methyl-6-hydroxybenzyl)benzamide(NDCBHB)were more than 99.5%and 64.0%,respectively,and the surface of antifouling coating with NDCBHB(NDCBHB-AC)was covered with only a small amount of sludge and biofilm,its antifouling effect was better than that of chlorothalonil.The above work provides a reference for preparing green and multifunctional antifouling agents.展开更多
Sodium-ion-based electrochromic device(SECD)has been identified as an appealing cost-effective alternative of lithium-based counterparts,only if it can address the challenges in association with the inadequate electro...Sodium-ion-based electrochromic device(SECD)has been identified as an appealing cost-effective alternative of lithium-based counterparts,only if it can address the challenges in association with the inadequate electrochromic performance.In this regard,the quantized strategy is a particularly promising approach owing to the large surface-to-volume ratio and high reaction activity.However,quantum dots inevitably suffer from volume changes and undesired aggregation during electrochemical cycling.Herein,bioinspired from the robust connection of alveoli in lung,we propose a stable electrode,where WO_(3) quantum dots(WQDs)are robustly anchored on Ti_(3)C_(2) MXene through the strong chemical bonds of W-O-Ti.Theoretical results reveal the fundamental mechanism of the volume changes within WQDs and the dynamic diffusion process of sodium ions.The WQD@MXene electrodes exhibit a nearly twofold enhancement in cycling performance(1000 vs 500 cycles),coloration speed(3.2 vs 6.0 s),and areal capacity(87.5 vs 43.9 mAhm^(-2) at 0.1 mA cm^(-2)),compared to those of the pristine WQD electrode.As a proof-of-concept demonstration,a smart house system integrated with SECDs demonstrates a“3-in-1”device,enabling a combination of energy-saving,energy storage,and display functionalities.The present work significantly advances the versatile applications of cost-effective electrochromic electronics in interdisciplinary.展开更多
The proliferation of advanced electronics and devices has led to significant electromagnetic interference and pollution,resulting in heightened interest in electromagnetic interference(EMI)shielding materials in recen...The proliferation of advanced electronics and devices has led to significant electromagnetic interference and pollution,resulting in heightened interest in electromagnetic interference(EMI)shielding materials in recent years.Carbon foam,as a typical porous carbonaceous material,demonstrates significant potential as an innovative EMI shielding material owing to its lightweight nature,exceptional porosity,flexibility,favorable processability,and environmental sustainability.Nonetheless,the configuration of carbon atoms within the carbon foam is significantly disordered,leading to its intrinsic conductivity being comparatively low.Consequently,its shielding efficacy cannot meet the standards required for commercial EMI materials.Herein,we propose a hierarchical engineering strategy to construct a carbon foam composite with high shielding efficacy.Specifically,the FeCo nanoparticles and carbon layer are concurrently integrated into the carbon foam matrix to modulate its magnetic characteristics and conductivity.The results demonstrate that the carbon-coated FeCo/carbon foam composite achieves a shielding effectiveness(SE)of 24 dB in the X-band,signifying a 240% improvement compared to the pristine carbon foam.Simultaneously,the composite also exhibits superior multifunctionalities involving flexibility,Joule heating,and hydrophobicity.This study provides a facile and effective routine to regulate the shielding efficacy of EMI shielding materials.展开更多
Soil microbial communities are key factors in maintaining ecosystem multifunctionality(EMF).However,the distribution patterns of bacterial diversity and how the different bacterial taxa and their diversity dimensions ...Soil microbial communities are key factors in maintaining ecosystem multifunctionality(EMF).However,the distribution patterns of bacterial diversity and how the different bacterial taxa and their diversity dimensions affect EMF remain largely unknown.Here,we investigated variation in three measures of diversity(alpha diversity,community composition and network complexity)among rare,intermediate,and abundant taxa across a latitudinal gradient spanning five forest plots in Yunnan Province,China and examined their contributions on EMF.We aimed to characterize the diversity distributions of bacterial groups across latitudes and to assess the differences in the mechanisms underlying their contributions to EMF.We found that multifaceted diversity(i.e.,diversity assessed by the three different metrics)of rare,intermediate,and abundant bacteria generally decreased with increasing latitude.More importantly,we found that rare bacterial taxa tended to be more diverse,but they contributed less to EMF than intermediate or abundant bacteria.Among the three dimensions of diversity we assessed,only community composition significantly affected EMF across all locations,while alpha diversity had a negative effect,and network complexity showed no significant impact.Our study further emphasizes the importance of intermediate and abundant bacterial taxa as well as community composition to EMF and provides a theoretical basis for investigating the mechanisms by which belowground microorganisms drive EMF along a latitudinal gradient.展开更多
To facilitate real-time monitoring and recording of humidity in the environment and to satisfy the requirement for strain performance in certain applications(such as wearable devices),this paper proposes an in-situ me...To facilitate real-time monitoring and recording of humidity in the environment and to satisfy the requirement for strain performance in certain applications(such as wearable devices),this paper proposes an in-situ method for synthesising Au nanoparticles on ZIF-67.In this study,an Au@ZIF-67 composite humidity-sensitive material was combined with flexible polyethylene terephthalate interdigitated electrodes to create an Au@ZIF-67 flexible humidity sensor.The prepared samples were characterised using X-ray diffraction,X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy,and transmission electron microscopy.The humidity-sensitive properties of the sensor were investigated,and its monitoring capabilities in applications involving respiration,gestures,skin,and baby diapers were tested.The experimental results indicate that compared with a pure ZIF-67 humidity sensor,the Au@ZIF-67(0.1Au@Z)flexible humidity sensor exhibits a 158.07%decrease in baseline resistance and a 51.66%increase in sensitivity to 95%relative humidity,and the hysteresis,response time,and recovery time are significantly reduced.Furthermore,the sensor exhibits excellent characteristics such as high resolution,repeatability,and stability.The obtained results regarding the material properties,humidity sensitivity,and practical application of non-contact humidity monitoring demonstrate that the prepared sensors exhibit excellent and comprehensive performance,indicating their broad prospects in wearable medical devices,wireless Internet of Things,humidity detection in complex environments,and intelligent integrated systems.展开更多
In recent years,soil acidification has been expanding in many areas of Asia due to increasing reactive nitrogen inputs and industrial activities,which may seriously affect the performance of various ecosystem function...In recent years,soil acidification has been expanding in many areas of Asia due to increasing reactive nitrogen inputs and industrial activities,which may seriously affect the performance of various ecosystem functions.However,the underlying patterns and processes of ecosystem multifunctionality(EMF)are largely unknown at different levels of pH,limiting our understanding of how EMF respond to drivers.This study aims to explore threshold of pH on changes in EMF and differences in the drivers for the changes in EMF on either side of each of the determined pH thresholds.We collected nutrient and environmental databases for raster-level sampling data,totaling 4,000 sampling points.Averaging and cluster-multiple-threshold approach were used to calculate EMF,then quadratic and generalized additive models and Mann-Whitney U were used to determine and test the pH thresholds for changes in EMF,structural equation modellings and variance partitioning analysis were used to explore the main drivers on changes in EMF.The pH threshold for EMF changes in Chinese terrestrial ecosystems is 6.0.When pH<6.0,climate was consistently more important in controlling the variation of EMF than other variables;when pH≥6.0,soil was consistently more important in controlling the variation of EMF than other variables.Specifically,when pH<6.0,mean annual temperature was the main factor in regulating the EMF variation;when pH≥6.0,soil moisture was the main factor in regulating the EMF variation.Our study provides important scientific value for the mechanism of maintaining EMF under global change.For example,with further increases in global nitrogen deposition,leading to increased soil acidification,there are different impacts on EMF in different regions.It may lead to a decrease in EMF in acidic soils and an increase in EMF in alkaline soils.This suggests different management strategies for different regions to maintain EMF stability in the context of future global changes.In the future,more attention should be paid to the biological mechanisms regulating EMF.展开更多
An all-solid-state ion-selective electrode(ISE)for the detection of potassium ions in complex media was developed based on functional peptides with both antibacterial and antifouling properties.While exhibiting unique...An all-solid-state ion-selective electrode(ISE)for the detection of potassium ions in complex media was developed based on functional peptides with both antibacterial and antifouling properties.While exhibiting unique antifouling property,the ISE capitalized on the high surface area of the conductive metalorganic framework(MOF)solid transducer layer to facilitate rapid ion-electron transfer,consequently improving the electrode stability.For a short period,the application of a±1 n A current to the ISE resulted in a slight potential drift of 2.5μV/s,while for a long-term stability test,the ISE maintained a stable Nernstian response slope over 8 days.The antifouling and antibacterial peptide effectively eradicated bacteria from the electrode surface while inhibited the adhesion of bacteria and other biological organisms.Both theoretical calculations and experimental results indicated that the incorporation of peptides in the sensing membrane did not compromise the detection performance of the ISE.The prepared antifouling potassium ion-selective electrode exhibited a Nernstian response range spanning from 1.0×10^(–8)mol/L to 1.0×10–3mol/L,with a detection limit of 2.51 nmol/L.Crucially,the prepared solid-contact ISE maintained excellent antifouling and sensing capabilities in actual seawater and human urine,indicating a promising feasibility of this strategy for constructing ISEs suitable for practical application in complex systems.展开更多
In order to solve the problem of poor electrical conductivity of conventional magnesium alloy MAO coatings and to further enhance the multifunctionality of magnesium alloy coatings,this study examines the enhancement ...In order to solve the problem of poor electrical conductivity of conventional magnesium alloy MAO coatings and to further enhance the multifunctionality of magnesium alloy coatings,this study examines the enhancement of EW75 through the development of composite coatings designed to improve its corrosion resistance,electrical conductivity,hydrophobicity,and antibacterial properties.MAO was employed as a base treatment,followed by application of organic composite coatings containing conductive graphite powder,silver-copper alloy powder,or a combination of both.Coatings were comprehensively characterized to evaluate their microstructure,corrosion resistance,electrical conductivity,hydrophobicity,and mold resistance.Results indicated that composite coatings significantly enhanced corrosion resistance compared to pure MAO coatings,with MAO-AgCu composite coating exhibiting the best performance.Furthermore,coatings demonstrated improved electrical conductivity,with MAO-AgCu coating displaying the lowest surface resistivity.Hydrophobicity was significantly improved in MAO-C-AgCu coating,and all coatings exhibited robust antibacterial effects,particularly against mold growth.This study enhances magnesium alloys’functionality,with potential applications in corrosion protection,electrical properties,and antimicrobial resistance.展开更多
Maintaining community stability has profound positive impacts on the ecological functions and sustainable utilization of grassland ecosystems.Numerous studies have explored how community stability responds to climate ...Maintaining community stability has profound positive impacts on the ecological functions and sustainable utilization of grassland ecosystems.Numerous studies have explored how community stability responds to climate change and its relationship with plant species diversity.Nevertheless,the impact and underlying mechanisms of belowground ecosystem multifunctionality(BGEMF)on community stability along a precipitation gradient in alpine grasslands remain poorly understood.To address this knowledge gap,we conducted field surveys from 2015 to 2020,measuring plant species diversity,annual net primary productivity(ANPP),and soil physicochemical properties across 79 sites in alpine grassland ecosystems on the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau.Our findings highlight both plant species diversity(standardized total effect:32%)and BGEMF(standardized total effect:75%)had an indirect effect on stability viaregulating mean ANPP within alpine grasslands.Furthermore,mean annual precipitation substantially impacted both plant species diversity and BGEMF,subsequently affecting community stability.However,temperature had a strong negative regulatory effect on species diversity,the mean and variability of ANPP.Thus,we emphasized the pivotal role of plant species diversity and BGEMF in shaping community stability,and stated the imperative need for species conservation and BGEMF improvement to sustain alpine ecosystems in the face of ongoing climate change.展开更多
The dwell scheduling problem for a multifunctional radar system is led to the formation of corresponding optimiza-tion problem.In order to solve the resulting optimization prob-lem,the dwell scheduling process in a sc...The dwell scheduling problem for a multifunctional radar system is led to the formation of corresponding optimiza-tion problem.In order to solve the resulting optimization prob-lem,the dwell scheduling process in a scheduling interval(SI)is formulated as a Markov decision process(MDP),where the state,action,and reward are specified for this dwell scheduling problem.Specially,the action is defined as scheduling the task on the left side,right side or in the middle of the radar idle time-line,which reduces the action space effectively and accelerates the convergence of the training.Through the above process,a model-free reinforcement learning framework is established.Then,an adaptive dwell scheduling method based on Q-learn-ing is proposed,where the converged Q value table after train-ing is utilized to instruct the scheduling process.Simulation results demonstrate that compared with existing dwell schedul-ing algorithms,the proposed one can achieve better scheduling performance considering the urgency criterion,the importance criterion and the desired execution time criterion comprehen-sively.The average running time shows the proposed algorithm has real-time performance.展开更多
Considering the growing pre-lithiation demand for high-performance Si-based anodes and consequent additional costs caused by the strict pre-lithiation environment,developing effective and environmentally stable pre-li...Considering the growing pre-lithiation demand for high-performance Si-based anodes and consequent additional costs caused by the strict pre-lithiation environment,developing effective and environmentally stable pre-lithiation additives is a challenging research hotspot.Herein,interfacial engineered multifunctional Li_(13)Si_(4)@perfluoropolyether(PFPE)/LiF micro/nanoparticles are proposed as anode pre-lithiation additives,successfully constructed with the hybrid interface on the surface of Li_(13)Si_(4)through PFPE-induced nucleophilic substitution.The synthesized multifunctional Li_(13)Si_(4)@PFPE/LiF realizes the integration of active Li compensation,long-term chemical structural stability in air,and solid electrolyte interface(SEI)optimization.In particular,the Li_(13)Si_(4)@PFPE/LiF with a high pre-lithiation capacity(1102.4 mAh g^(-1))is employed in the pre-lithiation Si-based anode,which exhibits a superior initial Coulombic efficiency of 102.6%.Additionally,in situ X-ray diffraction/Raman,density functional theory calculation,and finite element analysis jointly illustrate that PFPE-predominant hybrid interface with modulated abundant highly electronegative F atoms distribution reduces the water adsorption energy and oxidation kinetics of Li_(13)Si_(4)@PFPE/LiF,which delivers a high pre-lithiation capacity retention of 84.39%after exposure to extremely moist air(60%relative humidity).Intriguingly,a LiF-rich mechanically stable bilayer SEI is constructed on anodes through a pre-lithiation-driven regulation for the behavior of electrolyte decomposition.Benefitting from pre-lithiation via multifunctional Li_(13)Si_(4)@PFPE/LiF,the full cell and pouch cell assembled with pre-lithiated anodes operate with long-time stability of 86.5%capacity retention over 200 cycles and superior energy density of 549.9 Wh kg^(-1),respectively.The universal multifunctional pre-lithiation additives provide enlightenment on promoting large-scale applications of pre-lithiation on commercial high-energy-density and long-cycle-life lithium-ion batteries.展开更多
With the continuously increasing awareness of energy conservation and the intensifying impacts of global warming, Personal Thermal Management (PTM) technologies are increasingly recognized for their potential to ensur...With the continuously increasing awareness of energy conservation and the intensifying impacts of global warming, Personal Thermal Management (PTM) technologies are increasingly recognized for their potential to ensure human thermal comfort in extreme environments. Biomimetic structures have emerged as a novel source of inspiration for PTM applications. This review systematically summarizes the biomimetic structures, phase change materials, manufacturing methods, and the performance of multifunctional PTM wearables. Firstly, it analyzes the biomimetic structures with thermal regulation and encapsulated phase change material functionalities from different dimensions, highlighting their applications in PTM. Subsequently, it outlines the conventional manufacturing methods incorporating various biomimetic structures, offering strategies for the production of PTM wearables. The review also discusses the typical performance characteristics of multifunctional PTM wearables, addressing the current demands in thermal management. Finally, opportunities and challenges in PTM field are proposed, proposing new directions for future research.展开更多
Polyacrylonitrile-based commercial carbon fibers(CFs)have garnered significant attention in mechanical applications because of their exceptional mechanical properties.However,their functional versatility relies heavil...Polyacrylonitrile-based commercial carbon fibers(CFs)have garnered significant attention in mechanical applications because of their exceptional mechanical properties.However,their functional versatility relies heavily on the structural intricacies of duplex carbon layers.Current modification approaches,though effective,are encumbered by complexity and cost,limiting widespread adoption across diverse fields.We herein present a straightforward modification strategy centered on regulating carbon layers to unlock the multifunctional potential of CFs.Our method leverages two common anions,Cl^(-)and SO_(4)^(2-),to facilitate oxidation reactions in CFs under robust alkali and high voltage conditions.Cl^(-)effectively activates carbon layers,while SO_(4)^(2-)facilitates layer movement.The electrocatalytic activities of the resultant CFs are enhanced,with state-of-the-art performance as supercapacitors and exceptional stability.Moreover,our approach achieves a groundbreaking milestone by bending and fusing CFs without using binders.This breakthrough can reduce the manufacturing costs of CF-based products.It also facilitates the development of novel microelectronic devices.展开更多
Solar-driven interfacial evaporation is one of the most attractive approaches to addressing the global freshwater shortage.However,achieving an integrated high evaporation rate,salt harvesting,and multifunctionality i...Solar-driven interfacial evaporation is one of the most attractive approaches to addressing the global freshwater shortage.However,achieving an integrated high evaporation rate,salt harvesting,and multifunctionality in evaporator is still a crucial challenge.Here,a novel composite membrane with biomimetic micronanostructured superhydrophobic surface is designed via ultrafast laser etching technology.Attractively,the double-transition-metal(V_(1/2)Mo_(1/2))_(2)CT_(x)MXene nanomaterials as a photothermal layer,exhibiting the enhanced photothermal conversion performance due to elevated joint densities of states,which enables high populations of photoexcited carrier relaxation and heat release,provides a new insight into the photothermal conversion mechanism for multiple principal element MXene.Hence,the(V_(1/2)Mo_(1/2))_(2)CT_(x)MXene-200 composite membrane can achieve a high evaporation rate of 2.23 kg m^(−2)h^(−1)under one sun,owing to the enhanced“light trap”effect,photothermal conversion,and high-throughput water transfer.Synergetically,the membrane can induce the directed precipitation of salt at the membrane edge,thus enabling salt harvesting for recycling and zero-emission of brine water.Moreover,the composite membrane is endowed with excellent multifunctionality of anti-/de-icing,anti-fouling,and antibacterial,overcoming the disadvantage that versatility is difficult to be compatible.Therefore,the evaporator and the promising strategy hold great potential for the practical application of solar evaporation.展开更多
Metamaterials can control and manipulate acoustic/elastic waves on a subwavelength scale using cavities or additional components.However,the large cavity and weak stiffness components of traditional metamaterials may ...Metamaterials can control and manipulate acoustic/elastic waves on a subwavelength scale using cavities or additional components.However,the large cavity and weak stiffness components of traditional metamaterials may cause a conflict between vibroacoustic reduction and load-bearing capacity,and thus limit their application.Here,we propose a lightweight multifunctional metamaterial that can simultaneously achieve low-frequency sound insulation,broadband vibration reduction,and excellent load-bearing performance,named as vibroacoustic isolation and bearing metamaterial(VIBM).The advent of additive manufacturing technology provides a convenient and reliable method for the fabrication of VIBM samples.The results show that the compressive strength of the VIBM is as high as 9.71 MPa,which is nearly 87.81%higher than that of the conventional grid structure(CGS)under the same volume fraction.Moreover,the vibration and sound transmission are significantly reduced over a low and wide frequency range,which agrees well with the experimental data,and the reduction degree is obviously larger than that obtained by the CGS.The design strategy can effectively realize the key components of metamaterials and improve their application scenarios.展开更多
Position sensitive device(PSD)sensor is a vital optical element that is mainly used in tracking systems for visible light communication(VLC).Recently,a new reconfigurable PSD architecture emerged.The proposed architec...Position sensitive device(PSD)sensor is a vital optical element that is mainly used in tracking systems for visible light communication(VLC).Recently,a new reconfigurable PSD architecture emerged.The proposed architecture makes the PSD perform more functions by modifying its architecture.As the PSD is mainly formed of an array of photodiodes.The primary concept involves employing transistors to alternate between the operating modes of the photodiodes(photoconductive and photovoltaic).Additionally,alternating among output pins can be done based on the required function.This paper presents the mathematical modeling and simulation of a reconfigurable-multifunctional optical sensor which can perform energy harvesting and data acquisition,as well as positioning,which is not available in the traditional PSDs.Simulation using the MATLAB software tool was achieved to demonstrate the modeling.The simulation results confirmed the validity of the mathematical modeling and proved that the modified sensor architecture,as depicted by the equations,accurately describes its behavior.The proposed sensor is expected to extend the battery's lifecycle,reduce its physical size,and increase the integration and functionality of the system.The presented sensor might be used in free space optical(FSO)communication like cube satellites or even in underwater wireless optical communication(UWOC).展开更多
Herein,a novel Janus-structured multifunctional membrane with integrated electromagnetic interference(EMI)shielding and personalized thermal management is fabricated using shear-induced in situ fibrillation and vacuum...Herein,a novel Janus-structured multifunctional membrane with integrated electromagnetic interference(EMI)shielding and personalized thermal management is fabricated using shear-induced in situ fibrillation and vacuum-assisted filtration.Interestingly,within the polytetrafluoroethylene(PTFE)-carbon nanotube(CNT)-Fe_(3)O_(4)layer(FCFe),CNT nanofibers interweave with PTFE fibers to form a stable“silk-like”structure that effectively captures Fe_(3)O_(4)particles.By incorporating a highly conductive MXene layer,the FCFe/MXene(FCFe/M)membrane exhibits excellent electrical/thermal conductivity,mechanical properties,and flame retardancy.Impressively,benefiting from the rational regulation of component proportions and the design of a Janus structure,the FCFe/M membrane with a thickness of only 84.9μm delivers outstanding EMI shielding effectiveness of 44.56 dB in the X-band,with a normalized specific SE reaching 10,421.3 dB cm^(2)g^(-1),which is attributed to the“absorption-reflection-reabsorption”mechanism.Furthermore,the membrane demonstrates low-voltage-driven Joule heating and fast-response photothermal performance.Under the stimulation of a 3 V voltage and an optical power density of 320 mW cm^(-2),the surface temperatures of the FCFe/M membranes can reach up to 140.4 and 145.7℃,respectively.In brief,the FCFe/M membrane with anti-electromagnetic radiation and temperature regulation is an attractive candidate for the next generation of wearable electronics,EMI compatibility,visual heating,thermotherapy,and military and aerospace applications.展开更多
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.62374029,22175029,62474033,and W2433038)the Young Elite Scientists Sponsorship Program by CAST(No.YESS20220550)+2 种基金the Sichuan Science and Technology Program(No.2024NSFSC0250)the Natural Science Foundation of Shenzhen Innovation Committee(JCYJ20210324135614040)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities of China(No.ZYGX2022J032).
文摘Perovskite solar cells(PSCs)have emerged as promising photovoltaic technologies owing to their remarkable power conversion efficiency(PCE).However,heat accumulation under continuous illumination remains a critical bottleneck,severely affecting device stability and long-term operational performance.Herein,we present a multifunctional strategy by incorporating highly thermally conductive Ti_(3)C_(2)T_(X) MXene nanosheets into the perovskite layer to simultaneously enhance thermal management and optoelectronic properties.The Ti_(3)C_(2)T_(X) nanosheets,embedded at perovskite grain boundaries,construct efficient thermal conduction pathways,significantly improving the thermal conductivity and diffusivity of the film.This leads to a notable reduction in the device’s steady-state operating temperature from 42.96 to 39.97 under 100 mW cm^(−2) illumination,thereby alleviating heat-induced performance degradation.Beyond thermal regulation,Ti_(3)C_(2)T_(X),with high conductivity and negatively charged surface terminations,also serves as an effective defect passivation agent,reducing trap-assisted recombination,while simultaneously facilitating charge extraction and transport by optimizing interfacial energy alignment.As a result,the Ti_(3)C_(2)T_(X)-modified PSC achieve a champion PCE of 25.13%and exhibit outstanding thermal stability,retaining 80%of the initial PCE after 500 h of thermal aging at 85 and 30±5%relative humidity.(In contrast,control PSC retain only 58%after 200 h.)Moreover,under continuous maximum power point tracking in N2 atmosphere,Ti_(3)C_(2)T_(X)-modified PSC retained 70%of the initial PCE after 500 h,whereas the control PSC drop sharply to 20%.These findings highlight the synergistic role of Ti_(3)C_(2)T_(X) in thermal management and optoelectronic performance,paving the way for the development of high-efficiency and heat-resistant perovskite photovoltaics.
基金supported by the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities and Heilongjiang Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.YQ2020E009).
文摘Robust, ultra-flexible, and multifunctional MXene-basedelectromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding nanocomposite filmsexhibit enormous potential for applications in artificial intelligence,wireless telecommunication, and portable/wearable electronic equipment.In this work, a nacre-inspired multifunctional heterocyclic aramid(HA)/MXene@polypyrrole (PPy) (HMP) nanocomposite paper withlarge-scale, high strength, super toughness, and excellent tolerance tocomplex conditions is fabricated through the strategy of HA/MXenehydrogel template-assisted in-situ assembly of PPy. Benefiting from the"brick-and-mortar" layered structure and the strong hydrogen-bondinginteractions among MXene, HA, and PPy, the paper exhibits remarkable mechanical performances, including high tensile strength (309.7 MPa),outstanding toughness (57.6 MJ m−3), exceptional foldability, and structural stability against ultrasonication. By using the template effect ofHA/MXene to guide the assembly of conductive polymers, the synthesized paper obtains excellent electronic conductivity. More importantly,the highly continuous conductive path enables the nanocomposite paper to achieve a splendid EMI shielding effectiveness (EMI SE) of 54.1 dBat an ultra-thin thickness (25.4 μm) and a high specific EMI SE of 17,204.7 dB cm2g−1. In addition, the papers also have excellent applicationsin electromagnetic protection, electro-/photothermal de-icing, thermal therapy, and fire safety. These findings broaden the ideas for developinghigh-performance and multifunctional MXene-based films with enormous application potential in EMI shielding and thermal management.
基金financial support from the Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation(No.2023A1515012218)Macao Science and Technology Development Fund(Nos.FDCT 0009/2020/AMJ,0027/2023/RIB1)+1 种基金National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.32301104)Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities,Sun Yat-sen University(No.23ptpy165).
文摘Hydrogel-based flexible sensors are emerging as ideal candidates for wearable devices and soft robotics.However,most current hydrogels possess limited physicochemical properties,which hinder their practical application in long-term and complex scenarios.Herein,inspired by the unique structure of the barnacle,we design multifunctional poly(DMAPA-co-PHEA)hydrogels(CP hydrogels)by employing multiple physical crosslinks in the presence of Ag nanoparticles and NaCl additives.Owing to the synergistic effect of cation-πinteractions,hydrophobic interactions,and ionic bonds,the CP hydrogels exhibit high stretchability(strain up to 1430%),strong adhesion(22.8 kPa),satisfactory antibacterial activity,stable anti-icing ability(<20 kPa after 20 icing-deicing cycles),and high electrical conductivity(18.5 mS/cm).Additionally,the CP hydrogels show fast and sensitive responsiveness and cycling stability and can attach directly to human skin to accurately detect both human motions and tiny physiological signals as a flexible wearable sensor.Collectively,this work significantly contributes a straightforward and efficient design strategy for the development of multifunctional hydrogels,broadening their application scenarios.
基金supported by the Scientific Research Project funded by the Qingdao Postdoctoral Science Foundation(No.QDBSH20230102075)the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(No.2023M733337)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.U2141251).
文摘All maritime industries are plagued by marine biofouling pollution,which causes large economic and environmental costs.Therefore,there is an urgent need for ecofriendly alternatives that can effectively reduce the negative consequences of biofouling pollution.This study aimed to produce novel capsaicin-inspired amide derivatives(CIADs)with multifunctional antifouling features by introducing amide compounds to aromatic compounds via a Friedel-Crafts alkylation reaction.The structure of the CIADs was characterized using FTIR,1H NMR,13C NMR,and HRMS,and the comprehensive antifouling capacity was determined by thermal stability,anti-ultraviolet,antibacterial,anti-algal,and marine field experiments.CIADs showed good thermal stability and did not show obvious weight loss before 226°C.2,4-dihydroxy-3,5-diphenylimidemet-hylbenzophenone(DDB)had an excellent ultraviolet absorption effect,which was even better than that of 2-hydroxy-4-(octyloxy)benzophenone.The antibacterial and anti-algal rates of N-(2,4-dimethyl-3-chloro-5-benzamide-methyl-6-hydroxybenzyl)benzamide(NDCBHB)were more than 99.5%and 64.0%,respectively,and the surface of antifouling coating with NDCBHB(NDCBHB-AC)was covered with only a small amount of sludge and biofilm,its antifouling effect was better than that of chlorothalonil.The above work provides a reference for preparing green and multifunctional antifouling agents.
基金supported by the Singapore National Research Foundation(NRFCRP26-2021-0003,NRF),for research conducted at the National University of Singaporethe support by the ARTIC(ADT-RP2-Low Loss and Tunable Ferroelectrics for Sub-6G Applications).
文摘Sodium-ion-based electrochromic device(SECD)has been identified as an appealing cost-effective alternative of lithium-based counterparts,only if it can address the challenges in association with the inadequate electrochromic performance.In this regard,the quantized strategy is a particularly promising approach owing to the large surface-to-volume ratio and high reaction activity.However,quantum dots inevitably suffer from volume changes and undesired aggregation during electrochemical cycling.Herein,bioinspired from the robust connection of alveoli in lung,we propose a stable electrode,where WO_(3) quantum dots(WQDs)are robustly anchored on Ti_(3)C_(2) MXene through the strong chemical bonds of W-O-Ti.Theoretical results reveal the fundamental mechanism of the volume changes within WQDs and the dynamic diffusion process of sodium ions.The WQD@MXene electrodes exhibit a nearly twofold enhancement in cycling performance(1000 vs 500 cycles),coloration speed(3.2 vs 6.0 s),and areal capacity(87.5 vs 43.9 mAhm^(-2) at 0.1 mA cm^(-2)),compared to those of the pristine WQD electrode.As a proof-of-concept demonstration,a smart house system integrated with SECDs demonstrates a“3-in-1”device,enabling a combination of energy-saving,energy storage,and display functionalities.The present work significantly advances the versatile applications of cost-effective electrochromic electronics in interdisciplinary.
基金the financial support from the project funded by the Education Department of Shaanxi Provincial Government(No.23JP116)the Natural Science Fund of Shaanxi Province(No.2024JC-YBMS-396)+1 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52171191 and 52371198)the Constructing National Independent Innovation Demonstration Zones(XM2024XTGXQ05).
文摘The proliferation of advanced electronics and devices has led to significant electromagnetic interference and pollution,resulting in heightened interest in electromagnetic interference(EMI)shielding materials in recent years.Carbon foam,as a typical porous carbonaceous material,demonstrates significant potential as an innovative EMI shielding material owing to its lightweight nature,exceptional porosity,flexibility,favorable processability,and environmental sustainability.Nonetheless,the configuration of carbon atoms within the carbon foam is significantly disordered,leading to its intrinsic conductivity being comparatively low.Consequently,its shielding efficacy cannot meet the standards required for commercial EMI materials.Herein,we propose a hierarchical engineering strategy to construct a carbon foam composite with high shielding efficacy.Specifically,the FeCo nanoparticles and carbon layer are concurrently integrated into the carbon foam matrix to modulate its magnetic characteristics and conductivity.The results demonstrate that the carbon-coated FeCo/carbon foam composite achieves a shielding effectiveness(SE)of 24 dB in the X-band,signifying a 240% improvement compared to the pristine carbon foam.Simultaneously,the composite also exhibits superior multifunctionalities involving flexibility,Joule heating,and hydrophobicity.This study provides a facile and effective routine to regulate the shielding efficacy of EMI shielding materials.
基金supported by the Fundamental Research Funds of Chinese Academy of Forestry(Nos.CAFYBB2022SY037,CAFYBB2021ZA002 and CAFYBB2022QC002)the Basic Research Foundation of Yunnan Province(Grant No.202201AT070264).
文摘Soil microbial communities are key factors in maintaining ecosystem multifunctionality(EMF).However,the distribution patterns of bacterial diversity and how the different bacterial taxa and their diversity dimensions affect EMF remain largely unknown.Here,we investigated variation in three measures of diversity(alpha diversity,community composition and network complexity)among rare,intermediate,and abundant taxa across a latitudinal gradient spanning five forest plots in Yunnan Province,China and examined their contributions on EMF.We aimed to characterize the diversity distributions of bacterial groups across latitudes and to assess the differences in the mechanisms underlying their contributions to EMF.We found that multifaceted diversity(i.e.,diversity assessed by the three different metrics)of rare,intermediate,and abundant bacteria generally decreased with increasing latitude.More importantly,we found that rare bacterial taxa tended to be more diverse,but they contributed less to EMF than intermediate or abundant bacteria.Among the three dimensions of diversity we assessed,only community composition significantly affected EMF across all locations,while alpha diversity had a negative effect,and network complexity showed no significant impact.Our study further emphasizes the importance of intermediate and abundant bacterial taxa as well as community composition to EMF and provides a theoretical basis for investigating the mechanisms by which belowground microorganisms drive EMF along a latitudinal gradient.
基金supported by the Natural Science Project of Zhengzhou Science and Technology Bureau(No.21ZZXTCX12)the Key Research and Development Program of Henan Province(No.221111220300)+1 种基金the Key Program of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.62333013)the Youth Backbone Teacher Training Program of Henan University of Technology(No.21420154).
文摘To facilitate real-time monitoring and recording of humidity in the environment and to satisfy the requirement for strain performance in certain applications(such as wearable devices),this paper proposes an in-situ method for synthesising Au nanoparticles on ZIF-67.In this study,an Au@ZIF-67 composite humidity-sensitive material was combined with flexible polyethylene terephthalate interdigitated electrodes to create an Au@ZIF-67 flexible humidity sensor.The prepared samples were characterised using X-ray diffraction,X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy,and transmission electron microscopy.The humidity-sensitive properties of the sensor were investigated,and its monitoring capabilities in applications involving respiration,gestures,skin,and baby diapers were tested.The experimental results indicate that compared with a pure ZIF-67 humidity sensor,the Au@ZIF-67(0.1Au@Z)flexible humidity sensor exhibits a 158.07%decrease in baseline resistance and a 51.66%increase in sensitivity to 95%relative humidity,and the hysteresis,response time,and recovery time are significantly reduced.Furthermore,the sensor exhibits excellent characteristics such as high resolution,repeatability,and stability.The obtained results regarding the material properties,humidity sensitivity,and practical application of non-contact humidity monitoring demonstrate that the prepared sensors exhibit excellent and comprehensive performance,indicating their broad prospects in wearable medical devices,wireless Internet of Things,humidity detection in complex environments,and intelligent integrated systems.
基金This work was supported by the Tianshan Programme of Excellence(2022TSYCCX0001)the National Key Program for Basic Research and Development(973 Program)(2012CB417101)。
文摘In recent years,soil acidification has been expanding in many areas of Asia due to increasing reactive nitrogen inputs and industrial activities,which may seriously affect the performance of various ecosystem functions.However,the underlying patterns and processes of ecosystem multifunctionality(EMF)are largely unknown at different levels of pH,limiting our understanding of how EMF respond to drivers.This study aims to explore threshold of pH on changes in EMF and differences in the drivers for the changes in EMF on either side of each of the determined pH thresholds.We collected nutrient and environmental databases for raster-level sampling data,totaling 4,000 sampling points.Averaging and cluster-multiple-threshold approach were used to calculate EMF,then quadratic and generalized additive models and Mann-Whitney U were used to determine and test the pH thresholds for changes in EMF,structural equation modellings and variance partitioning analysis were used to explore the main drivers on changes in EMF.The pH threshold for EMF changes in Chinese terrestrial ecosystems is 6.0.When pH<6.0,climate was consistently more important in controlling the variation of EMF than other variables;when pH≥6.0,soil was consistently more important in controlling the variation of EMF than other variables.Specifically,when pH<6.0,mean annual temperature was the main factor in regulating the EMF variation;when pH≥6.0,soil moisture was the main factor in regulating the EMF variation.Our study provides important scientific value for the mechanism of maintaining EMF under global change.For example,with further increases in global nitrogen deposition,leading to increased soil acidification,there are different impacts on EMF in different regions.It may lead to a decrease in EMF in acidic soils and an increase in EMF in alkaline soils.This suggests different management strategies for different regions to maintain EMF stability in the context of future global changes.In the future,more attention should be paid to the biological mechanisms regulating EMF.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.22174082,22374085)the Key Research and Development Program of Shandong Province(No.2021ZDSYS30)Qingdao Postdoctoral Innovation Project Funding(No.QDBSH20220201038)。
文摘An all-solid-state ion-selective electrode(ISE)for the detection of potassium ions in complex media was developed based on functional peptides with both antibacterial and antifouling properties.While exhibiting unique antifouling property,the ISE capitalized on the high surface area of the conductive metalorganic framework(MOF)solid transducer layer to facilitate rapid ion-electron transfer,consequently improving the electrode stability.For a short period,the application of a±1 n A current to the ISE resulted in a slight potential drift of 2.5μV/s,while for a long-term stability test,the ISE maintained a stable Nernstian response slope over 8 days.The antifouling and antibacterial peptide effectively eradicated bacteria from the electrode surface while inhibited the adhesion of bacteria and other biological organisms.Both theoretical calculations and experimental results indicated that the incorporation of peptides in the sensing membrane did not compromise the detection performance of the ISE.The prepared antifouling potassium ion-selective electrode exhibited a Nernstian response range spanning from 1.0×10^(–8)mol/L to 1.0×10–3mol/L,with a detection limit of 2.51 nmol/L.Crucially,the prepared solid-contact ISE maintained excellent antifouling and sensing capabilities in actual seawater and human urine,indicating a promising feasibility of this strategy for constructing ISEs suitable for practical application in complex systems.
基金supported by Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province(ZR2024ME163)Hainan Provincial Joint Project of Sanya Yazhou Bay Science and Technology City(No.2021CXLH0005)Wenhai Program of the S&T Fund of Shandong Province for Pilot National Laboratory for Marine Science and Technology(No.2021WHZZB2301).
文摘In order to solve the problem of poor electrical conductivity of conventional magnesium alloy MAO coatings and to further enhance the multifunctionality of magnesium alloy coatings,this study examines the enhancement of EW75 through the development of composite coatings designed to improve its corrosion resistance,electrical conductivity,hydrophobicity,and antibacterial properties.MAO was employed as a base treatment,followed by application of organic composite coatings containing conductive graphite powder,silver-copper alloy powder,or a combination of both.Coatings were comprehensively characterized to evaluate their microstructure,corrosion resistance,electrical conductivity,hydrophobicity,and mold resistance.Results indicated that composite coatings significantly enhanced corrosion resistance compared to pure MAO coatings,with MAO-AgCu composite coating exhibiting the best performance.Furthermore,coatings demonstrated improved electrical conductivity,with MAO-AgCu coating displaying the lowest surface resistivity.Hydrophobicity was significantly improved in MAO-C-AgCu coating,and all coatings exhibited robust antibacterial effects,particularly against mold growth.This study enhances magnesium alloys’functionality,with potential applications in corrosion protection,electrical properties,and antimicrobial resistance.
基金supported financially by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.32271774).
文摘Maintaining community stability has profound positive impacts on the ecological functions and sustainable utilization of grassland ecosystems.Numerous studies have explored how community stability responds to climate change and its relationship with plant species diversity.Nevertheless,the impact and underlying mechanisms of belowground ecosystem multifunctionality(BGEMF)on community stability along a precipitation gradient in alpine grasslands remain poorly understood.To address this knowledge gap,we conducted field surveys from 2015 to 2020,measuring plant species diversity,annual net primary productivity(ANPP),and soil physicochemical properties across 79 sites in alpine grassland ecosystems on the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau.Our findings highlight both plant species diversity(standardized total effect:32%)and BGEMF(standardized total effect:75%)had an indirect effect on stability viaregulating mean ANPP within alpine grasslands.Furthermore,mean annual precipitation substantially impacted both plant species diversity and BGEMF,subsequently affecting community stability.However,temperature had a strong negative regulatory effect on species diversity,the mean and variability of ANPP.Thus,we emphasized the pivotal role of plant species diversity and BGEMF in shaping community stability,and stated the imperative need for species conservation and BGEMF improvement to sustain alpine ecosystems in the face of ongoing climate change.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(6177109562031007).
文摘The dwell scheduling problem for a multifunctional radar system is led to the formation of corresponding optimiza-tion problem.In order to solve the resulting optimization prob-lem,the dwell scheduling process in a scheduling interval(SI)is formulated as a Markov decision process(MDP),where the state,action,and reward are specified for this dwell scheduling problem.Specially,the action is defined as scheduling the task on the left side,right side or in the middle of the radar idle time-line,which reduces the action space effectively and accelerates the convergence of the training.Through the above process,a model-free reinforcement learning framework is established.Then,an adaptive dwell scheduling method based on Q-learn-ing is proposed,where the converged Q value table after train-ing is utilized to instruct the scheduling process.Simulation results demonstrate that compared with existing dwell schedul-ing algorithms,the proposed one can achieve better scheduling performance considering the urgency criterion,the importance criterion and the desired execution time criterion comprehen-sively.The average running time shows the proposed algorithm has real-time performance.
基金Huaiyu Shao acknowledges the Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Macao Science and Technology Plan Project(Category C)(Grant No.SGDX20220530111004028)the Macao Science and Technology Development Fund(FDCT)for funding(FDCT No.0013/2024/RIB1,FDCT-MOST joint project No.0026/2022/AMJ and No.006/2022/ALC of the Macao Centre for Research and Development in Advanced Materials[2022–2024])+2 种基金the Multi-Year Research Grant(MYRG)from University of Macao(project No.MYRG-GRG2023-00140-IAPME-UMDF and No.MYRG-GRG2024-00206-IAPME)Natural Science Foundation of Guangdong Province(Grant No.2023A1515010765)Science and Technology Program of Guangdong Province of China(Grant No.2023A0505030001)。
文摘Considering the growing pre-lithiation demand for high-performance Si-based anodes and consequent additional costs caused by the strict pre-lithiation environment,developing effective and environmentally stable pre-lithiation additives is a challenging research hotspot.Herein,interfacial engineered multifunctional Li_(13)Si_(4)@perfluoropolyether(PFPE)/LiF micro/nanoparticles are proposed as anode pre-lithiation additives,successfully constructed with the hybrid interface on the surface of Li_(13)Si_(4)through PFPE-induced nucleophilic substitution.The synthesized multifunctional Li_(13)Si_(4)@PFPE/LiF realizes the integration of active Li compensation,long-term chemical structural stability in air,and solid electrolyte interface(SEI)optimization.In particular,the Li_(13)Si_(4)@PFPE/LiF with a high pre-lithiation capacity(1102.4 mAh g^(-1))is employed in the pre-lithiation Si-based anode,which exhibits a superior initial Coulombic efficiency of 102.6%.Additionally,in situ X-ray diffraction/Raman,density functional theory calculation,and finite element analysis jointly illustrate that PFPE-predominant hybrid interface with modulated abundant highly electronegative F atoms distribution reduces the water adsorption energy and oxidation kinetics of Li_(13)Si_(4)@PFPE/LiF,which delivers a high pre-lithiation capacity retention of 84.39%after exposure to extremely moist air(60%relative humidity).Intriguingly,a LiF-rich mechanically stable bilayer SEI is constructed on anodes through a pre-lithiation-driven regulation for the behavior of electrolyte decomposition.Benefitting from pre-lithiation via multifunctional Li_(13)Si_(4)@PFPE/LiF,the full cell and pouch cell assembled with pre-lithiated anodes operate with long-time stability of 86.5%capacity retention over 200 cycles and superior energy density of 549.9 Wh kg^(-1),respectively.The universal multifunctional pre-lithiation additives provide enlightenment on promoting large-scale applications of pre-lithiation on commercial high-energy-density and long-cycle-life lithium-ion batteries.
基金supported by Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation of Guangdong Province(No.2024A1515010772)State Key Laboratory of Massive Personalized Customization System and Technology,No.H&C-MPC-2023-02-06(Q)+2 种基金“CUG scholar”Scientific Research Funds at China University of Geosciences,Wuhan(No.CUG2022185)Guangzhou Youth Top Talent ProgramChina College Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship Training Program(No.S202410491063).
文摘With the continuously increasing awareness of energy conservation and the intensifying impacts of global warming, Personal Thermal Management (PTM) technologies are increasingly recognized for their potential to ensure human thermal comfort in extreme environments. Biomimetic structures have emerged as a novel source of inspiration for PTM applications. This review systematically summarizes the biomimetic structures, phase change materials, manufacturing methods, and the performance of multifunctional PTM wearables. Firstly, it analyzes the biomimetic structures with thermal regulation and encapsulated phase change material functionalities from different dimensions, highlighting their applications in PTM. Subsequently, it outlines the conventional manufacturing methods incorporating various biomimetic structures, offering strategies for the production of PTM wearables. The review also discusses the typical performance characteristics of multifunctional PTM wearables, addressing the current demands in thermal management. Finally, opportunities and challenges in PTM field are proposed, proposing new directions for future research.
基金support from the Key-Area Research and Development Program of Guangdong Province(2019B111107002)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(52478266 and 52108231)+1 种基金the Basic and Applied Basic Research Fund of Guangdong Province(2023A1515012150 and 2023A1515012409)the Shenzhen Science and Technology Innovation Program(20220810140230001 and 20220810160453001).
文摘Polyacrylonitrile-based commercial carbon fibers(CFs)have garnered significant attention in mechanical applications because of their exceptional mechanical properties.However,their functional versatility relies heavily on the structural intricacies of duplex carbon layers.Current modification approaches,though effective,are encumbered by complexity and cost,limiting widespread adoption across diverse fields.We herein present a straightforward modification strategy centered on regulating carbon layers to unlock the multifunctional potential of CFs.Our method leverages two common anions,Cl^(-)and SO_(4)^(2-),to facilitate oxidation reactions in CFs under robust alkali and high voltage conditions.Cl^(-)effectively activates carbon layers,while SO_(4)^(2-)facilitates layer movement.The electrocatalytic activities of the resultant CFs are enhanced,with state-of-the-art performance as supercapacitors and exceptional stability.Moreover,our approach achieves a groundbreaking milestone by bending and fusing CFs without using binders.This breakthrough can reduce the manufacturing costs of CF-based products.It also facilitates the development of novel microelectronic devices.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.U2106216,52331004)the Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province(No.ZR2022ZD12)+5 种基金the Key R&D Program of Shandong Province,China(2023ZLGX05,2023CXGC010406)the Taishan Scholarship of Climbing Plan(No.tspd20230603)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(202461105)the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(2023M732677)Shandong Province Postdoctoral Innovation Project(SDCX-ZG-202303086)Key Laboratory of Ocean Energy Utilization and Energy Conservation of Ministry of Education(LOEC-202309).
文摘Solar-driven interfacial evaporation is one of the most attractive approaches to addressing the global freshwater shortage.However,achieving an integrated high evaporation rate,salt harvesting,and multifunctionality in evaporator is still a crucial challenge.Here,a novel composite membrane with biomimetic micronanostructured superhydrophobic surface is designed via ultrafast laser etching technology.Attractively,the double-transition-metal(V_(1/2)Mo_(1/2))_(2)CT_(x)MXene nanomaterials as a photothermal layer,exhibiting the enhanced photothermal conversion performance due to elevated joint densities of states,which enables high populations of photoexcited carrier relaxation and heat release,provides a new insight into the photothermal conversion mechanism for multiple principal element MXene.Hence,the(V_(1/2)Mo_(1/2))_(2)CT_(x)MXene-200 composite membrane can achieve a high evaporation rate of 2.23 kg m^(−2)h^(−1)under one sun,owing to the enhanced“light trap”effect,photothermal conversion,and high-throughput water transfer.Synergetically,the membrane can induce the directed precipitation of salt at the membrane edge,thus enabling salt harvesting for recycling and zero-emission of brine water.Moreover,the composite membrane is endowed with excellent multifunctionality of anti-/de-icing,anti-fouling,and antibacterial,overcoming the disadvantage that versatility is difficult to be compatible.Therefore,the evaporator and the promising strategy hold great potential for the practical application of solar evaporation.
基金Project supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.11991032 and 52241103)the Hunan Province Graduate Research Innovation Project of China(No.KY0409052440)。
文摘Metamaterials can control and manipulate acoustic/elastic waves on a subwavelength scale using cavities or additional components.However,the large cavity and weak stiffness components of traditional metamaterials may cause a conflict between vibroacoustic reduction and load-bearing capacity,and thus limit their application.Here,we propose a lightweight multifunctional metamaterial that can simultaneously achieve low-frequency sound insulation,broadband vibration reduction,and excellent load-bearing performance,named as vibroacoustic isolation and bearing metamaterial(VIBM).The advent of additive manufacturing technology provides a convenient and reliable method for the fabrication of VIBM samples.The results show that the compressive strength of the VIBM is as high as 9.71 MPa,which is nearly 87.81%higher than that of the conventional grid structure(CGS)under the same volume fraction.Moreover,the vibration and sound transmission are significantly reduced over a low and wide frequency range,which agrees well with the experimental data,and the reduction degree is obviously larger than that obtained by the CGS.The design strategy can effectively realize the key components of metamaterials and improve their application scenarios.
文摘Position sensitive device(PSD)sensor is a vital optical element that is mainly used in tracking systems for visible light communication(VLC).Recently,a new reconfigurable PSD architecture emerged.The proposed architecture makes the PSD perform more functions by modifying its architecture.As the PSD is mainly formed of an array of photodiodes.The primary concept involves employing transistors to alternate between the operating modes of the photodiodes(photoconductive and photovoltaic).Additionally,alternating among output pins can be done based on the required function.This paper presents the mathematical modeling and simulation of a reconfigurable-multifunctional optical sensor which can perform energy harvesting and data acquisition,as well as positioning,which is not available in the traditional PSDs.Simulation using the MATLAB software tool was achieved to demonstrate the modeling.The simulation results confirmed the validity of the mathematical modeling and proved that the modified sensor architecture,as depicted by the equations,accurately describes its behavior.The proposed sensor is expected to extend the battery's lifecycle,reduce its physical size,and increase the integration and functionality of the system.The presented sensor might be used in free space optical(FSO)communication like cube satellites or even in underwater wireless optical communication(UWOC).
基金support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(NSFC,Grant No.52175341)Shandong Provincial Natural Science Foundation(Grant No.ZR2022JQ24)Funding Project of Jinan City’s New Twenty Items for Colleges and Universities(Grant No.202333038).
文摘Herein,a novel Janus-structured multifunctional membrane with integrated electromagnetic interference(EMI)shielding and personalized thermal management is fabricated using shear-induced in situ fibrillation and vacuum-assisted filtration.Interestingly,within the polytetrafluoroethylene(PTFE)-carbon nanotube(CNT)-Fe_(3)O_(4)layer(FCFe),CNT nanofibers interweave with PTFE fibers to form a stable“silk-like”structure that effectively captures Fe_(3)O_(4)particles.By incorporating a highly conductive MXene layer,the FCFe/MXene(FCFe/M)membrane exhibits excellent electrical/thermal conductivity,mechanical properties,and flame retardancy.Impressively,benefiting from the rational regulation of component proportions and the design of a Janus structure,the FCFe/M membrane with a thickness of only 84.9μm delivers outstanding EMI shielding effectiveness of 44.56 dB in the X-band,with a normalized specific SE reaching 10,421.3 dB cm^(2)g^(-1),which is attributed to the“absorption-reflection-reabsorption”mechanism.Furthermore,the membrane demonstrates low-voltage-driven Joule heating and fast-response photothermal performance.Under the stimulation of a 3 V voltage and an optical power density of 320 mW cm^(-2),the surface temperatures of the FCFe/M membranes can reach up to 140.4 and 145.7℃,respectively.In brief,the FCFe/M membrane with anti-electromagnetic radiation and temperature regulation is an attractive candidate for the next generation of wearable electronics,EMI compatibility,visual heating,thermotherapy,and military and aerospace applications.
