1 Introduction In the GRP (Glass fibre Reinforced Product) industry Cobalt Octoate is the promoter of choice for cross-linking unsaturated polyester (UPE) and styrene monomer.UPE's are often prepared to contain a ...1 Introduction In the GRP (Glass fibre Reinforced Product) industry Cobalt Octoate is the promoter of choice for cross-linking unsaturated polyester (UPE) and styrene monomer.UPE's are often prepared to contain a concentration of 0.04%-0.05% of Cobalt ions so that faster cross-linking of the resin is achieved and ultimately faster manufacturing of the GRP component is achieved.These products sometimes fail prematurely after being manufactured and dispatched to the end user.The influence of Cobalt Octoat...展开更多
Peroxymonosulfate(PMS)-based Fenton-like technologies have been increasingly employed in the upgrading of biomass,but they are commonly limited by the trade-off between conversion and selectivity due to the short life...Peroxymonosulfate(PMS)-based Fenton-like technologies have been increasingly employed in the upgrading of biomass,but they are commonly limited by the trade-off between conversion and selectivity due to the short lifetime of reactive oxygen species(ROS)and uncontrollable oxidation pathways.Herein,we show that single-atom Co supported on carbon nitride enables the high-valent-oxo cobalt species(Co(IV)O)mediated oxidation of glucose into value-added products in acetonitrile.This photocatalytic Fenton-like system achieved an overall selectivity of gluconic acid,glucaric acid,arabinose,and formic acid up to 90.3%at glucose conversion of 69.6%,outperforming most of previously reported catalytic systems.The small amount(0.72 wt%)of single-atom Co could not only elevate the optical absorption and the efficiency of photo-generated carriers separation but also induce the efficient generation of Co(IV)O with reduced ROS to enable efficient and selective oxidation.These findings prove the great promise of high-valent metal-oxo species in biomass conversions.展开更多
Transition metal chalcogenides,such as cobalt selenide(CoSe_(2)),have high lithium storage capacity.However,their practical application is hindered by severe volume expansion and the dissolution of intermediate polyse...Transition metal chalcogenides,such as cobalt selenide(CoSe_(2)),have high lithium storage capacity.However,their practical application is hindered by severe volume expansion and the dissolution of intermediate polyselenides during repeated cycling.Here,we develop a hollow-embedded architecture in which monodisperse CoSe_(2) nanocrystals"sprout"from the walls of porous carbon nanoboxes(H-CoSe_(2)/C)via tannic acid etching,low-temperature carbonization,and vacuum selenization.This"wall-growth"strategy combines confinement with continuity:the porous carbon walls guide uniform nucleation and provide electrical conductivity,while the internal cavity buffers expansion and relieves stress.The embedded geometry shortens Li^(+)diffusion pathways,suppresses particle aggregation,and establishes robust Co-C coupling to enhance charge transport.As a result,the H-CoSe_(2)/C electrode delivers a high reversible capacity of nearly 950 mAh g^(-1),along with outstanding cycling stability.Remarkably,when paired with a LiCoO_(2) cathode in a quasi-solid-state battery,the device achieves an impressive energy density of 355 Wh kg^(-1) and a power density of 3074 W kg^(-1).This study effectively overcomes the inherent defects of CoSe_(2) based on the hollow structure and interface engineering of metal-organic frameworks,providing an effective design for anode materials of lithium-ion batteries.展开更多
Triclosan(TCS) poses harmful risks to ecosystems and human health owing to its endocrine-disrupting effects.Therefore,developing an efficient and sustainable technology to degrade TCS is urgently needed.Herein,cobalt ...Triclosan(TCS) poses harmful risks to ecosystems and human health owing to its endocrine-disrupting effects.Therefore,developing an efficient and sustainable technology to degrade TCS is urgently needed.Herein,cobalt oxyhydroxide @covalent organic frameworks(CoOOH@COFs) S-scheme heterojunction was synthesized,which combined the visible-light-driven photocatalysis and peroxymonosulfate(PMS) activation to synergistically generate abundant reactive oxygen species(ROSs) for TCS degradation.The degradation efficiency of TCS reached 100 % within 8 min in the Vis-CoOOH@COFs/PMS system,and the reaction rate constant was 0.456 min^(-1),which was nearly 1.90 and 2.85 times that of single Co OOH and COFs,and2.36 times that under dark condition,respectively.The density functional theory(DFT) calculations confirmed the energy band bending of CoOOH@COFs and S-scheme charge transport from COFs to Co OOH.Both experimental and theoretical analyses indicated that Co OOH@COFs in photocatalytic-PMS activation systems synergistically facilitated photo-generated carrier separation,enhanced interfacial electron transfer,accelerated PMS activation,and generated multiple ROSs.In particular,photogenerated electrons(e^(-))accelerated the Co(Ⅲ)/Co(Ⅱ) redox cycle,while the PMS captured the e-,which significantly decreased the charge combination of Co OOH@COFs.Radicals(O_(2)^(·-),^(·)OH,and SO_(4)^(·-)) and non-radicals(such as ^(1)O_(2),h^(+),and e^(-)) were both presented in the Vis-CoOOH@COFs/PMS system,with O_(2)^(-) playing a dominant role in TCS degradation.Furthermore,the pathway of TCS degradation and toxicity of intermediates were explored by DFT calculation and transformation product identification.Importantly,the environmentally friendly CoOOH@COFs S-scheme heterojunction exhibited excellent stability and reusability.In conclusion,this study innovatively designed an S-scheme heterojunction in the photocatalytic-PMS activation system,providing guidance and theoretical support for efficient and eco-friendly wastewater treatment.展开更多
The photocatalytic oxidation of methane(CH_(4)) to valuable chemicals like low alcohols(CH_(3)OH and C_(2)H_(5)OH) represents a significant technological advancement with implications for energy conversion and environ...The photocatalytic oxidation of methane(CH_(4)) to valuable chemicals like low alcohols(CH_(3)OH and C_(2)H_(5)OH) represents a significant technological advancement with implications for energy conversion and environmental purification.A major challenge in this field is the chemical inertness of methane and the strong oxidizing nature of photogenerated holes,which can lead to over-oxidation and reduced selectivity and efficiency.To address these issues,we have developed a sodium-doped zinc oxide(Na-ZnO) modified with cobalt oxide(CoO) catalyst.This catalyst has demonstrated excellent performance in converting methane to low alcohols,achieving a yield of 130 μmol g^(-1)h^(-1) and a selectivity of up to 96 %.The doping of Na in ZnO significantly enhances methane adsorption,while the surface-modified CoO effectively captures photogenerated holes,activates water molecules,and uses hydroxyl radicals to activate methane,thus controlling the dehydrogenation degree of methane and preventing the formation of over-oxidized products.This strategy has successfully improved the efficiency and selectivity of photocatalytic methane oxidation to low alcohols,offering a new perspective for the application of photocatalytic technology in energy and environmental fields.展开更多
Objectives:Hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)has limited systemic options with substantial toxicity.Gquadruplex(G4)structures in oncogene promoters are attractive but challenging drug targets.This study aimed to determine ...Objectives:Hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)has limited systemic options with substantial toxicity.Gquadruplex(G4)structures in oncogene promoters are attractive but challenging drug targets.This study aimed to determine whether glutamic acid-chelated cobalt(GACC)is a G4-active scaffold with anti-HCC efficacy and favorable in vivo safety,and whether an AI-guided phenotypic response surface(PRS)can optimize less toxic combinations.Methods:Anticancer activity was tested in HCC cell lines(PLC/PRF/5,Hep3B,HepG2)and non-transformed THLE-2 hepatocytes(CCK-8,IC_(50)).In vivo safety/efficacy were assessed in zebrafish embryo toxicity assays,a Hep3B xenograft model,and a tert-overexpressing transgenic zebrafish model,with hepatotoxicity monitored in a liver-fluorescent reporter line.Target engagement was examined by docking,native PAGE,a KRAS promoter G4 DNA polymerase stop assay,BG4 immunofluorescence,and KRAS qPCR.PRS was used to optimize GACC-metformin-regorafenib combinations.Results:GACC reduced HCC viability(IC_(50)~86-115μM)and showed low embryotoxicity(IC_(50)6.87 mM).In zebrafish xenografts,GACC(50μM)reduced Hep3B tumor fluorescence by~90%without detectable hepatotoxicity,whereas sorafenib decreased liver size/fluorescence.In tert-overexpressing zebrafish,GACC suppressed proliferation and Wnt/β-catenin-associated transcripts and reduced mitotic figures and nuclear atypia.Mechanistically,GACC increased KRAS promoter polymerase stalling,enhanced nuclear G4 signal,and reduced KRAS transcripts.PRS identified an off-grid triple combination that reduced PLC/PRF/5 viability to 19%while maintaining THLE-2 viability at 52%and preserving zebrafish development.Conclusion:GACC is a G4-active cobalt-glutamate scaffold with anti-HCC activity and favorable zebrafish safety,and a zebrafish-plus-PRS workflow enables rational,less toxic combination design.展开更多
The novel Co-based superalloys are extensively used in gas-powered and jet engine turbines due to their excellent high-temperature performance, achieved by strengthening the L12-γ′ ordered phase. This review present...The novel Co-based superalloys are extensively used in gas-powered and jet engine turbines due to their excellent high-temperature performance, achieved by strengthening the L12-γ′ ordered phase. This review presents an overview of the research progress on oxidation behavior of Co-based superalloys, including oxidation kinetics, oxides morphology, the formation and spallation of oxide layers, and importantly, the synergistic effects of alloying elements on oxidation resistance—a critical area considering the complex interactions with multiple alloying elements. Additionally, this review compares the oxidation resistance of single crystal versus polycrystalline alloys. The effect of phase interface and dislocations on oxidation behavior is also discussed. While significant progress has been achieved, areas necessitating further investigation include optimizing alloy compositions for enhanced oxidation resistance and understanding the long-term stability of oxide layers. The future prospects for Co-based superalloys are promising as ongoing research aims to address the existing challenges and unlock new applications at even higher operating temperatures.展开更多
Propane dehydrogenation(PDH)has emerged as a key on-purpose technology for the production of propylene,but it often depends on toxic chromium and expensive platinum catalysts,highlighting the need for environmentally ...Propane dehydrogenation(PDH)has emerged as a key on-purpose technology for the production of propylene,but it often depends on toxic chromium and expensive platinum catalysts,highlighting the need for environmentally friendly and cost-effective alternatives.In this study,we developed a facile impregnation method to fabricate unsaturated Co single-atoms with a tricoordinated Co_(1)O_(3)H_(x) structure by regulating silanol nests in purely siliceous Beta zeolites.Detailed PDH catalytic tests and characterizations revealed a positive correlation between the presence of silanol nests and enhanced catalytic activity.Additionally,the unsaturated Co single-atoms exhibited a carbon deposition rate more than an order of magnitude slower than that of Co nanoparticles.Notably,the optimized Co_(0.3%)/deAl-meso-Beta catalyst achieved a record-high propylene formation rate of 21.2 mmol_(C3H6) g_(cat)^(-1) h^(-1),with an exceptional propylene selectivity of 99.1%at 550℃.Moreover,the Co_(0.3%)/deAl-meso-Beta catalyst demonstrated excellent stability,with negligible deactivation after 5 consecutive regeneration cycles.This study emphasizes the pivotal role of silanol nests of zeolites in stabilizing and modulating the coordination environment of metallic active sites,providing valuable insights for the design of high-activity,high-stability,and low-cost PDH catalysts.展开更多
Seawater electrolysis is a promising approach for sustainable energy without relying on precious freshwater.However,the large-scale seawater electrolysis is hindered by low catalytic efficiency and severe anode corros...Seawater electrolysis is a promising approach for sustainable energy without relying on precious freshwater.However,the large-scale seawater electrolysis is hindered by low catalytic efficiency and severe anode corrosion caused by the harmful chlorine.In contrast to the oxygen evolution reaction (OER)and chlorin ion oxidation reaction (ClOR),glycerol oxidation reaction (GOR) is more thermodynamically and kinetically favorable alternative.Herein,a Ru doping cobalt phosphide (Ru-CoP_(2)) is proposed as a robust bifunctional electrocatalyst for seawater electrolysis and GOR,for the concurrent productions of hydrogen and value-added formate.The in situ and ex situ characterization analyses demonstrated that Ru doping featured in the dynamic reconstruction process from Ru-CoP_(2)to Ru-CoOOH,accounting for the superior GOR performance.Further coupling GOR with hydrogen evolution was realized by employing Ru-CoP_(2)as both anode and cathode,requiring only a low voltage of 1.43 V at 100 mA cm^(-2),which was 250 m V lower than that in alkaline seawater.This work guides the design of bifunctional electrocatalysts for energy-efficient seawater electrolysis coupled with biomass resource upcycling.展开更多
Copper and cobalt were recovered from SICOMINES mining waste rock in the Democratic Republic of Congo.The process mineralogy of the samples was analyzed using scanning electron microscopy and energy dispersive spectro...Copper and cobalt were recovered from SICOMINES mining waste rock in the Democratic Republic of Congo.The process mineralogy of the samples was analyzed using scanning electron microscopy and energy dispersive spectroscopy.The results showed that copper minerals exhibited various forms and uneven particle sizes,while cobalt existed in the form of highly dispersed asbolane,and large amounts of easily slimed gangue minerals were filled in the samples,making it difficult to separate copper and cobalt minerals.The particle size range plays a decisive role in selecting the separation method for the copper−cobalt ore.Gravity separation was suitable for particles ranging from 43 to 246μm,while flotation was more effective for particles below 43μm.After ore grinding and particle size classification,applying a combined gravity separation(shaking table)−flotation method yielded concentrated minerals with a copper recovery of 72.83%and a cobalt recovery of 31.13%.展开更多
The development of efficient catalysts for hydrogen evolution reaction(HER)and oxygen evolution reaction(OER)is of great significance for the practical application of water splitting in alkaline electrolytes.Transitio...The development of efficient catalysts for hydrogen evolution reaction(HER)and oxygen evolution reaction(OER)is of great significance for the practical application of water splitting in alkaline electrolytes.Transition metal sulfide electrocatalysts have been widely recognized as efficient catalysts for water splitting in alkaline media.In this work,an original and efficient synthesis strategy is proposed for the fabrication of asymmetric anode(N-(Co-Cu)S_(x))and cathode(N-CoS/Cu_(2)S).Impressively,these electrodes exhibit superior performance,benefiting from the construction of three-dimensional(3D)structures and the electronic structure adjustment caused by N-doping with increased active sites,improved mass/charge transport and enhanced evolution and release of gas bubbles.Hence,N-(Co-Cu)S_(x)anode exhibits excellent OER performance with only 217 mV overpotential at 10 mA·cm^(-2),while N-CoS/Cu_(2)S cathode possesses excellent HER performance with only 67 mV overpotential at 10 mA·cm^(-2).N-(Co-Cu)S_(x)||N-CoS/Cu_(2)S electrolyzer presents a low cell voltage of 1.53 V at 10 mA·cm^(-2)toward overall water splitting,which is superior to most recently reported transition metal sulfide-based catalysts.展开更多
The metal ion batteries have gained widespread attention for wearable electronics due to their competitive energy density and long cycling life.Exploring the advanced anode materials is significant for next generation...The metal ion batteries have gained widespread attention for wearable electronics due to their competitive energy density and long cycling life.Exploring the advanced anode materials is significant for next generation energy storage systems.However,severe electrode volume changes and sluggish redox kinetics are the critical problems for lithium/potassium ion batteries(LIBs/PIBs)towards large-scale applications.Herein,we prepare a novel anode material,which consists of reduced graphene oxide wrapping one-dimensional(1D)N-doped porous carbon nanotube with cobalt phosphoselenide(CoPSe)nanoparticles embedded inside them(r GO@Co PSe/NC).Benefited from the dual carbon decorations and ultrafine nanoparticles structure,it achieves a reversible capacity of 245 mAh/g at 5 A/g after 2000 cycles for LIBs and 215 mAh/g at 1 A/g after 500 cycles for PIBs.The pseudocapacitance and GITT measurements are used to investigate the electrochemical kinetics of r GO@Co PSe/NC for LIBs.In addition,the lithium ion full cell also shows good electrochemical performance when paired with high capacity LiNi_(0.8)Co_(0.1)Mn_(0.1)O_(2) cathode.This work provides a feasible electrode design strategy for high-efficiency metal ion batteries based on multidimensional nanoarchitecture engineering and composition tailoring.展开更多
In recent years,metal phosphosulfides have attracted great attention as the promising anode materials in sodium/potassium batteries because of their incorporation of the advantages of metal phosphides and sulfides.How...In recent years,metal phosphosulfides have attracted great attention as the promising anode materials in sodium/potassium batteries because of their incorporation of the advantages of metal phosphides and sulfides.However,they are also confronted with the problem of unstable battery performance due to the heavy volume expansion and sluggish ion reaction kinetics.Herein,yolk-shell cobalt phosphosulfide nanocrystals encapsulating into multi-heterogeneous atom(N,P,S)-doped carbon framework(Co_(9)S_(8)/CoP@NPSC)were constructed by employing dodecahedral ZIF-67 as precursor and a polymer as carbon sources through simultaneous sulfidation and phosphorization processes.The synergistic effect of Co_(9)S_(8)and CoP component and the yolk-shell structure greatly improve the bettery performance and structural stability.In addition,the multiple hetero-atoms doped carbon frameworks enhance the conductivity of the electrode materials and increase the spacing of carbon layers to supply sufficient active sites and facilitate the Na^(+)/K^(+)transport.The electrochemical results demonstrated that Co_(9)S_(8)/CoP@NPSC exhibited the pleasant reversible capacity(360.47 mAh/g at 1 A/g)after 300 cycles and an unpredictable cycling stability(103.22 mAh/g after 1000 cycles)in the SIBs application.The ex-situ XRD and XPS analyses were further applied to study the sodium ion storage mechanism and the multi-step phase transition reaction of the yolk-shell heterogeneous structure.This work provides new perspectives for the preparation of novel structure metal phosphosulfide and their applications in anode materials for sodium/potassium batteries and other secondary batteries.展开更多
Carbon-based foams with a three-dimensional structure can serve as a lightweight template for the rational design and control-lable preparation of metal oxide/carbon-based composite microwave absorption materials.In t...Carbon-based foams with a three-dimensional structure can serve as a lightweight template for the rational design and control-lable preparation of metal oxide/carbon-based composite microwave absorption materials.In this study,a flake-like nickel cobaltate/re-duced graphene oxide/melamine-derived carbon foam(FNC/RGO/MDCF)was successfully fabricated through a combination of solvo-thermal treatment and high-temperature pyrolysis.Results indicated that RGO was evenly distributed in the MDCF skeleton,providing ef-fective support for the load growth of FNC on its surface.Sample S3,the FNC/RGO/MDCF composite prepared by solvothermal method for 16 h,exhibited a minimum reflection loss(RL_(min))of-66.44 dB at a thickness of 2.29 mm.When the thickness was reduced to 1.50 mm,the optimal effective absorption bandwidth was 3.84 GHz.Analysis of the absorption mechanism of FNC/RGO/MDCF revealed that its excellent absorption performance was primarily attributed to the combined effects of conduction loss,multiple reflection,scattering,in-terface polarization,and dipole polarization.展开更多
This work reveals the significant effects of cobalt(Co)on the microstructure and impact toughness of as-quenched highstrength steels by experimental characterizations and thermo-kinetic analyses.The results show that ...This work reveals the significant effects of cobalt(Co)on the microstructure and impact toughness of as-quenched highstrength steels by experimental characterizations and thermo-kinetic analyses.The results show that the Co-bearing steel exhibits finer blocks and a lower ductile-brittle transition temperature than the steel without Co.Moreover,the Co-bearing steel reveals higher transformation rates at the intermediate stage with bainite volume fraction ranging from around 0.1 to 0.6.The improved impact toughness of the Co-bearing steel results from the higher dense block boundaries dominated by the V1/V2 variant pair.Furthermore,the addition of Co induces a larger transformation driving force and a lower bainite start temperature(BS),thereby contributing to the refinement of blocks and the increase of the V1/V2 variant pair.These findings would be instructive for the composition,microstructure design,and property optimization of high-strength steels.展开更多
The commercialization of solid oxide fuel cells depends on the cathode,which possesses both high catalytic activity and a thermal-expansion coefficient(TEC)that aligns with the electrolyte.Although the cobalt-based ca...The commercialization of solid oxide fuel cells depends on the cathode,which possesses both high catalytic activity and a thermal-expansion coefficient(TEC)that aligns with the electrolyte.Although the cobalt-based cathode La_(0.6)Sr_(0.4)CoO_(3)(LSC)offers excellent catalytic performance,its TEC is significantly larger than that of the electrolyte.In this study,we mechanically mix Sm_(0.2)Ce_(0.8)O_(2−δ)(SDC)with LSC to create a composite cathode.By incorporating 50wt%SDC,the TEC decreases significantly from 18.29×10^(−6) to 13.90×10^(−6) K^(−1).Under thermal-shock conditions ranging from room temperature to 800℃,the growth rate of polarization resistance is only 0.658%per cycle,i.e.,merely 49%that of pure LSC.The button cell comprising the LSC-SDC composite cathode operates stably for over 900 h without Sr segregation,with a voltage growth rate of 1.11%/kh.A commercial flat-tube cell(active area:70 cm^(2))compris-ing the LSC-SDC composite cathode delivers 54.8 W at 750℃.The distribution of relaxation-time shows that the non-electrode portion is the main rate-limiting step.This study demonstrates that the LSC-SDC mixture strategy effectively improves the compatibility with the electrolyte while maintaining a high output,thus rendering it a promising commercial cathode material.展开更多
Fully conjugated covalent organic frameworks(COFs)are widely used in electrocatalysis.The COF with-ph-NH_(2)edge poly(1,4-phenyldiazo porphyrin cobalt)(A-PpazoPorCo)is synthesized by adjusting the molar ratio of the r...Fully conjugated covalent organic frameworks(COFs)are widely used in electrocatalysis.The COF with-ph-NH_(2)edge poly(1,4-phenyldiazo porphyrin cobalt)(A-PpazoPorCo)is synthesized by adjusting the molar ratio of the reaction material,and exhibits high delocalization energy to significantly enhance thermal stability.The nitrogen in the azo bond improves the adsorption capacity for ORR and OER catalytic intermediates,while the-ph-NH_(2)group further increases the electron cloud density at the Co-N_(4)center in A-PpazoPorCo.Density functional theory(DFT)calculations reveal that the strong electron-donating-ph-NH_(2)groups and the electron-donating azo bonds form an electron donor-π-electron acceptor(D-π-A)structure,which further enhances the electron cloud density.The strongπ-πinteraction between A-PpazoPorCo and three-dimensional graphene(3D-G)significantly boosts the oxygen catalytic performance of the A-PpazoPorCo/3D-G.The catalytic ORR half-wave potential(E_(1/2))of A-PpazoPorCo/3D-G can reach 0.880 V vs.RHE.The total overpotential(ΔE=E_(j=10)-E_(1/2))is 0.617 V,demonstrating excellent bifunctional oxygen catalytic performance.The efficient oxygen catalytic performance indicates that A-PpazoPorCo/3D-G has the potential for application in fuel cells cathodes and overall water splitting anodes.展开更多
Although solar steam generation strategy is efficient in desalinating seawater,it is still challenging to achieve continuous solar-thermal desalination of seawater and catalytic degradation of organic pollutants.Herei...Although solar steam generation strategy is efficient in desalinating seawater,it is still challenging to achieve continuous solar-thermal desalination of seawater and catalytic degradation of organic pollutants.Herein,dynamic regulations of hydrogen bonding networks and solvation structures are realized by designing an asymmetric bilayer membrane consisting of a bacterial cellulose/carbon nanotube/Co_(2)(OH)_(2)CO_(3)nanorod top layer and a bacterial cellulose/Co_(2)(OH)_(2)CO_(3)nanorod(BCH)bottom layer.Crucially,the hydrogen bonding networks inside the membrane can be tuned by the rich surface–OH groups of the bacterial cellulose and Co_(2)(OH)_(2)CO_(3)as well as the ions and radicals in situ generated during the catalysis process.Moreover,both SO_(4)^(2−)and HSO_(5)−can regulate the solvation structure of Na^(+)and be adsorbed more preferentially on the evaporation surface than Cl^(−),thus hindering the de-solvation of the solvated Na^(+)and subsequent nucleation/growth of NaCl.Furthermore,the heat generated by the solar-thermal energy conversion can accelerate the reaction kinetics and enhance the catalytic degradation efficiency.This work provides a flow-bed water purification system with an asymmetric solar-thermal and catalytic membrane for synergistic solar thermal desalination of seawater/brine and catalytic degradation of organic pollutants.展开更多
In the process of electroless cobalt plating,the saccharin additive can significantly change the surface morphology,texture orientation,and conductivity of the cobalt coating layer.When the amount of saccharin was 3 m...In the process of electroless cobalt plating,the saccharin additive can significantly change the surface morphology,texture orientation,and conductivity of the cobalt coating layer.When the amount of saccharin was 3 mg·L^(-1),the cobalt coating transformed from disordered large grains to a honeycomb structure,with a preferred orientation of(002)facet on hexago-nal close-packed(HCP)cobalt crystals.The resistivity of the cobalt film decreased to 14.4μΩ·cm,and further decreased to 10.7μΩ·cm after the annealing treatment.When the concentration of saccharin was increased,the grain size was gradually refined and a“stone forest”structure was observed,with the preferred orientation remaining unchanged.The addition of saccharin also slightly improves the purity of cobalt coating to a certain extent.Through the study of the crystallization behavior of cobalt electroless plating,saccharin molecules can adsorb to specific c-sites on the cobalt dense crystal plane,inhibiting the growth of abc stacking arrangement and inducing the crystal growth in ab stacking mode,thereby achieving optimal growth of HCP(002)texture.展开更多
A low-cost 1D cobalt-based coordination polymer(CP)[Co(BGPD)(DMSO)_(2)(H_(2)O)_(2)](Co-BD;H2BGPD=N,N'-bis(glycinyl)pyromellitic diimide;DMSO=dimethyl sulfoxide)was synthesized by a simple method,and its crystal st...A low-cost 1D cobalt-based coordination polymer(CP)[Co(BGPD)(DMSO)_(2)(H_(2)O)_(2)](Co-BD;H2BGPD=N,N'-bis(glycinyl)pyromellitic diimide;DMSO=dimethyl sulfoxide)was synthesized by a simple method,and its crystal structure was characterized.In a three-electrode system,Co-BD,as the electrode material for supercapacitors,achieved a specific capacitance of 830 F·g^(-1)at 1 A·g^(-1),equivalent to a specific capacity of 116.4 mAh·g^(-1),and exhibited high-rate capability,reaching 212 F·g^(-1)at 20 A·g^(-1).Impressively,Co-BD||rGO(reduced graphene oxide),representing an asymmetrical supercapacitor,owns a higher energy density of 14.2 Wh·kg^(-1)at 0.80 kW·kg^(-1),and an excellent cycle performance(After 4000 cycles at 1 A·g^(-1),the capacitance retention was up to 94%).CCDC:2418872.展开更多
文摘1 Introduction In the GRP (Glass fibre Reinforced Product) industry Cobalt Octoate is the promoter of choice for cross-linking unsaturated polyester (UPE) and styrene monomer.UPE's are often prepared to contain a concentration of 0.04%-0.05% of Cobalt ions so that faster cross-linking of the resin is achieved and ultimately faster manufacturing of the GRP component is achieved.These products sometimes fail prematurely after being manufactured and dispatched to the end user.The influence of Cobalt Octoat...
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(22478202,22208169,U23A20125,22478203)China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(2022M721703).
文摘Peroxymonosulfate(PMS)-based Fenton-like technologies have been increasingly employed in the upgrading of biomass,but they are commonly limited by the trade-off between conversion and selectivity due to the short lifetime of reactive oxygen species(ROS)and uncontrollable oxidation pathways.Herein,we show that single-atom Co supported on carbon nitride enables the high-valent-oxo cobalt species(Co(IV)O)mediated oxidation of glucose into value-added products in acetonitrile.This photocatalytic Fenton-like system achieved an overall selectivity of gluconic acid,glucaric acid,arabinose,and formic acid up to 90.3%at glucose conversion of 69.6%,outperforming most of previously reported catalytic systems.The small amount(0.72 wt%)of single-atom Co could not only elevate the optical absorption and the efficiency of photo-generated carriers separation but also induce the efficient generation of Co(IV)O with reduced ROS to enable efficient and selective oxidation.These findings prove the great promise of high-valent metal-oxo species in biomass conversions.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52377218)。
文摘Transition metal chalcogenides,such as cobalt selenide(CoSe_(2)),have high lithium storage capacity.However,their practical application is hindered by severe volume expansion and the dissolution of intermediate polyselenides during repeated cycling.Here,we develop a hollow-embedded architecture in which monodisperse CoSe_(2) nanocrystals"sprout"from the walls of porous carbon nanoboxes(H-CoSe_(2)/C)via tannic acid etching,low-temperature carbonization,and vacuum selenization.This"wall-growth"strategy combines confinement with continuity:the porous carbon walls guide uniform nucleation and provide electrical conductivity,while the internal cavity buffers expansion and relieves stress.The embedded geometry shortens Li^(+)diffusion pathways,suppresses particle aggregation,and establishes robust Co-C coupling to enhance charge transport.As a result,the H-CoSe_(2)/C electrode delivers a high reversible capacity of nearly 950 mAh g^(-1),along with outstanding cycling stability.Remarkably,when paired with a LiCoO_(2) cathode in a quasi-solid-state battery,the device achieves an impressive energy density of 355 Wh kg^(-1) and a power density of 3074 W kg^(-1).This study effectively overcomes the inherent defects of CoSe_(2) based on the hollow structure and interface engineering of metal-organic frameworks,providing an effective design for anode materials of lithium-ion batteries.
文摘Triclosan(TCS) poses harmful risks to ecosystems and human health owing to its endocrine-disrupting effects.Therefore,developing an efficient and sustainable technology to degrade TCS is urgently needed.Herein,cobalt oxyhydroxide @covalent organic frameworks(CoOOH@COFs) S-scheme heterojunction was synthesized,which combined the visible-light-driven photocatalysis and peroxymonosulfate(PMS) activation to synergistically generate abundant reactive oxygen species(ROSs) for TCS degradation.The degradation efficiency of TCS reached 100 % within 8 min in the Vis-CoOOH@COFs/PMS system,and the reaction rate constant was 0.456 min^(-1),which was nearly 1.90 and 2.85 times that of single Co OOH and COFs,and2.36 times that under dark condition,respectively.The density functional theory(DFT) calculations confirmed the energy band bending of CoOOH@COFs and S-scheme charge transport from COFs to Co OOH.Both experimental and theoretical analyses indicated that Co OOH@COFs in photocatalytic-PMS activation systems synergistically facilitated photo-generated carrier separation,enhanced interfacial electron transfer,accelerated PMS activation,and generated multiple ROSs.In particular,photogenerated electrons(e^(-))accelerated the Co(Ⅲ)/Co(Ⅱ) redox cycle,while the PMS captured the e-,which significantly decreased the charge combination of Co OOH@COFs.Radicals(O_(2)^(·-),^(·)OH,and SO_(4)^(·-)) and non-radicals(such as ^(1)O_(2),h^(+),and e^(-)) were both presented in the Vis-CoOOH@COFs/PMS system,with O_(2)^(-) playing a dominant role in TCS degradation.Furthermore,the pathway of TCS degradation and toxicity of intermediates were explored by DFT calculation and transformation product identification.Importantly,the environmentally friendly CoOOH@COFs S-scheme heterojunction exhibited excellent stability and reusability.In conclusion,this study innovatively designed an S-scheme heterojunction in the photocatalytic-PMS activation system,providing guidance and theoretical support for efficient and eco-friendly wastewater treatment.
基金support from the Zhejiang Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China (No.LQ24B030011)the Ningbo Natural Science Foundation (No.2023J181)+4 种基金the Open Research Fund of Key Laboratory of Functional Inorganic Materials Chemistry of the Ministry of Education (Heilongjiang University)the Start-up Funding offered by Ningbo University of Technology to J.D.LiNational Natural Science Foundation of China (No.U24A2071)Postdoctoral Research Start-up Fund (No.2111224002)Harbin Normal University Talent Plan (No.1305124213) to Y.D.Liu。
文摘The photocatalytic oxidation of methane(CH_(4)) to valuable chemicals like low alcohols(CH_(3)OH and C_(2)H_(5)OH) represents a significant technological advancement with implications for energy conversion and environmental purification.A major challenge in this field is the chemical inertness of methane and the strong oxidizing nature of photogenerated holes,which can lead to over-oxidation and reduced selectivity and efficiency.To address these issues,we have developed a sodium-doped zinc oxide(Na-ZnO) modified with cobalt oxide(CoO) catalyst.This catalyst has demonstrated excellent performance in converting methane to low alcohols,achieving a yield of 130 μmol g^(-1)h^(-1) and a selectivity of up to 96 %.The doping of Na in ZnO significantly enhances methane adsorption,while the surface-modified CoO effectively captures photogenerated holes,activates water molecules,and uses hydroxyl radicals to activate methane,thus controlling the dehydrogenation degree of methane and preventing the formation of over-oxidized products.This strategy has successfully improved the efficiency and selectivity of photocatalytic methane oxidation to low alcohols,offering a new perspective for the application of photocatalytic technology in energy and environmental fields.
基金Support from the National Science and Technology Council(NSTC),Taiwan(111-2320-B-400-018-MY3,114-2320-B-400-022-MY3)by the National Health Research Institutes(NHRI)intramural program(MG-113-PP-06)awarded to Chiou-Hwa Yuh is gratefully acknowledgedCore facility services and instrumentation support were supported by NSTC(112-2740-B-400-001,Taiwan Zebrafish Core Facility at NTHU-NHRI)and NSTC(111-2731-M-002-001,XRD000200,Instrumentation Center,National Taiwan University).
文摘Objectives:Hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)has limited systemic options with substantial toxicity.Gquadruplex(G4)structures in oncogene promoters are attractive but challenging drug targets.This study aimed to determine whether glutamic acid-chelated cobalt(GACC)is a G4-active scaffold with anti-HCC efficacy and favorable in vivo safety,and whether an AI-guided phenotypic response surface(PRS)can optimize less toxic combinations.Methods:Anticancer activity was tested in HCC cell lines(PLC/PRF/5,Hep3B,HepG2)and non-transformed THLE-2 hepatocytes(CCK-8,IC_(50)).In vivo safety/efficacy were assessed in zebrafish embryo toxicity assays,a Hep3B xenograft model,and a tert-overexpressing transgenic zebrafish model,with hepatotoxicity monitored in a liver-fluorescent reporter line.Target engagement was examined by docking,native PAGE,a KRAS promoter G4 DNA polymerase stop assay,BG4 immunofluorescence,and KRAS qPCR.PRS was used to optimize GACC-metformin-regorafenib combinations.Results:GACC reduced HCC viability(IC_(50)~86-115μM)and showed low embryotoxicity(IC_(50)6.87 mM).In zebrafish xenografts,GACC(50μM)reduced Hep3B tumor fluorescence by~90%without detectable hepatotoxicity,whereas sorafenib decreased liver size/fluorescence.In tert-overexpressing zebrafish,GACC suppressed proliferation and Wnt/β-catenin-associated transcripts and reduced mitotic figures and nuclear atypia.Mechanistically,GACC increased KRAS promoter polymerase stalling,enhanced nuclear G4 signal,and reduced KRAS transcripts.PRS identified an off-grid triple combination that reduced PLC/PRF/5 viability to 19%while maintaining THLE-2 viability at 52%and preserving zebrafish development.Conclusion:GACC is a G4-active cobalt-glutamate scaffold with anti-HCC activity and favorable zebrafish safety,and a zebrafish-plus-PRS workflow enables rational,less toxic combination design.
基金support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52171107,52201203)the Hebei Provincial Natural Science Foundation,China(No.E2021501026)the National Natural Science Foundation of China-Joint Fund of Iron and Steel Research(No.U1960204).
文摘The novel Co-based superalloys are extensively used in gas-powered and jet engine turbines due to their excellent high-temperature performance, achieved by strengthening the L12-γ′ ordered phase. This review presents an overview of the research progress on oxidation behavior of Co-based superalloys, including oxidation kinetics, oxides morphology, the formation and spallation of oxide layers, and importantly, the synergistic effects of alloying elements on oxidation resistance—a critical area considering the complex interactions with multiple alloying elements. Additionally, this review compares the oxidation resistance of single crystal versus polycrystalline alloys. The effect of phase interface and dislocations on oxidation behavior is also discussed. While significant progress has been achieved, areas necessitating further investigation include optimizing alloy compositions for enhanced oxidation resistance and understanding the long-term stability of oxide layers. The future prospects for Co-based superalloys are promising as ongoing research aims to address the existing challenges and unlock new applications at even higher operating temperatures.
文摘Propane dehydrogenation(PDH)has emerged as a key on-purpose technology for the production of propylene,but it often depends on toxic chromium and expensive platinum catalysts,highlighting the need for environmentally friendly and cost-effective alternatives.In this study,we developed a facile impregnation method to fabricate unsaturated Co single-atoms with a tricoordinated Co_(1)O_(3)H_(x) structure by regulating silanol nests in purely siliceous Beta zeolites.Detailed PDH catalytic tests and characterizations revealed a positive correlation between the presence of silanol nests and enhanced catalytic activity.Additionally,the unsaturated Co single-atoms exhibited a carbon deposition rate more than an order of magnitude slower than that of Co nanoparticles.Notably,the optimized Co_(0.3%)/deAl-meso-Beta catalyst achieved a record-high propylene formation rate of 21.2 mmol_(C3H6) g_(cat)^(-1) h^(-1),with an exceptional propylene selectivity of 99.1%at 550℃.Moreover,the Co_(0.3%)/deAl-meso-Beta catalyst demonstrated excellent stability,with negligible deactivation after 5 consecutive regeneration cycles.This study emphasizes the pivotal role of silanol nests of zeolites in stabilizing and modulating the coordination environment of metallic active sites,providing valuable insights for the design of high-activity,high-stability,and low-cost PDH catalysts.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China (Nos. 42276035, 22309030)Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation (Nos. 2023A1515012589,2020A1515110473)Key Plat Form Programs and Technology Innovation Team Project of Guangdong Provincial Department of Education (Nos. 2019GCZX002, 2020KCXTD011)。
文摘Seawater electrolysis is a promising approach for sustainable energy without relying on precious freshwater.However,the large-scale seawater electrolysis is hindered by low catalytic efficiency and severe anode corrosion caused by the harmful chlorine.In contrast to the oxygen evolution reaction (OER)and chlorin ion oxidation reaction (ClOR),glycerol oxidation reaction (GOR) is more thermodynamically and kinetically favorable alternative.Herein,a Ru doping cobalt phosphide (Ru-CoP_(2)) is proposed as a robust bifunctional electrocatalyst for seawater electrolysis and GOR,for the concurrent productions of hydrogen and value-added formate.The in situ and ex situ characterization analyses demonstrated that Ru doping featured in the dynamic reconstruction process from Ru-CoP_(2)to Ru-CoOOH,accounting for the superior GOR performance.Further coupling GOR with hydrogen evolution was realized by employing Ru-CoP_(2)as both anode and cathode,requiring only a low voltage of 1.43 V at 100 mA cm^(-2),which was 250 m V lower than that in alkaline seawater.This work guides the design of bifunctional electrocatalysts for energy-efficient seawater electrolysis coupled with biomass resource upcycling.
基金National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2020YFC1909202)Major Science and Technology Program of Yunnan Province,China(No.202202AB080012)for financial support。
文摘Copper and cobalt were recovered from SICOMINES mining waste rock in the Democratic Republic of Congo.The process mineralogy of the samples was analyzed using scanning electron microscopy and energy dispersive spectroscopy.The results showed that copper minerals exhibited various forms and uneven particle sizes,while cobalt existed in the form of highly dispersed asbolane,and large amounts of easily slimed gangue minerals were filled in the samples,making it difficult to separate copper and cobalt minerals.The particle size range plays a decisive role in selecting the separation method for the copper−cobalt ore.Gravity separation was suitable for particles ranging from 43 to 246μm,while flotation was more effective for particles below 43μm.After ore grinding and particle size classification,applying a combined gravity separation(shaking table)−flotation method yielded concentrated minerals with a copper recovery of 72.83%and a cobalt recovery of 31.13%.
基金supported by the Science and Technology Project of Southwest Petroleum University(No.2021JBGS03)the Local Science and Technology Development Fund Projects Guided by the Central Government of China(No.2021ZYD0060)+2 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.22209143 and 52371241)Guangdong High-level Innovation Institute Project(Nos.2021B0909050001 and 2021CX02L365)Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation(No.2023B1515120095).
文摘The development of efficient catalysts for hydrogen evolution reaction(HER)and oxygen evolution reaction(OER)is of great significance for the practical application of water splitting in alkaline electrolytes.Transition metal sulfide electrocatalysts have been widely recognized as efficient catalysts for water splitting in alkaline media.In this work,an original and efficient synthesis strategy is proposed for the fabrication of asymmetric anode(N-(Co-Cu)S_(x))and cathode(N-CoS/Cu_(2)S).Impressively,these electrodes exhibit superior performance,benefiting from the construction of three-dimensional(3D)structures and the electronic structure adjustment caused by N-doping with increased active sites,improved mass/charge transport and enhanced evolution and release of gas bubbles.Hence,N-(Co-Cu)S_(x)anode exhibits excellent OER performance with only 217 mV overpotential at 10 mA·cm^(-2),while N-CoS/Cu_(2)S cathode possesses excellent HER performance with only 67 mV overpotential at 10 mA·cm^(-2).N-(Co-Cu)S_(x)||N-CoS/Cu_(2)S electrolyzer presents a low cell voltage of 1.53 V at 10 mA·cm^(-2)toward overall water splitting,which is superior to most recently reported transition metal sulfide-based catalysts.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.22204028)Young Talent Support Project of Guangzhou Association for Science and Technology(No.QT-2023-003)+3 种基金Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Fund Project(No.2022A1515110451)Guangzhou University Graduate Student Innovation Ability Cultivation Funding Program(No.2022GDJC-M06)Science and Technology Projects in Guangzhou(Nos.202201010245,2023A03J0029)Double-Thousand Talents Plan of Jiangxi Province(No.jxsq2023102005)。
文摘The metal ion batteries have gained widespread attention for wearable electronics due to their competitive energy density and long cycling life.Exploring the advanced anode materials is significant for next generation energy storage systems.However,severe electrode volume changes and sluggish redox kinetics are the critical problems for lithium/potassium ion batteries(LIBs/PIBs)towards large-scale applications.Herein,we prepare a novel anode material,which consists of reduced graphene oxide wrapping one-dimensional(1D)N-doped porous carbon nanotube with cobalt phosphoselenide(CoPSe)nanoparticles embedded inside them(r GO@Co PSe/NC).Benefited from the dual carbon decorations and ultrafine nanoparticles structure,it achieves a reversible capacity of 245 mAh/g at 5 A/g after 2000 cycles for LIBs and 215 mAh/g at 1 A/g after 500 cycles for PIBs.The pseudocapacitance and GITT measurements are used to investigate the electrochemical kinetics of r GO@Co PSe/NC for LIBs.In addition,the lithium ion full cell also shows good electrochemical performance when paired with high capacity LiNi_(0.8)Co_(0.1)Mn_(0.1)O_(2) cathode.This work provides a feasible electrode design strategy for high-efficiency metal ion batteries based on multidimensional nanoarchitecture engineering and composition tailoring.
基金supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52472194,52101243)Natural Science Foundation of Guangdong Province,China(No.2023A1515012619)the Science and Technology Planning Project of Guangzhou(No.202201010565)。
文摘In recent years,metal phosphosulfides have attracted great attention as the promising anode materials in sodium/potassium batteries because of their incorporation of the advantages of metal phosphides and sulfides.However,they are also confronted with the problem of unstable battery performance due to the heavy volume expansion and sluggish ion reaction kinetics.Herein,yolk-shell cobalt phosphosulfide nanocrystals encapsulating into multi-heterogeneous atom(N,P,S)-doped carbon framework(Co_(9)S_(8)/CoP@NPSC)were constructed by employing dodecahedral ZIF-67 as precursor and a polymer as carbon sources through simultaneous sulfidation and phosphorization processes.The synergistic effect of Co_(9)S_(8)and CoP component and the yolk-shell structure greatly improve the bettery performance and structural stability.In addition,the multiple hetero-atoms doped carbon frameworks enhance the conductivity of the electrode materials and increase the spacing of carbon layers to supply sufficient active sites and facilitate the Na^(+)/K^(+)transport.The electrochemical results demonstrated that Co_(9)S_(8)/CoP@NPSC exhibited the pleasant reversible capacity(360.47 mAh/g at 1 A/g)after 300 cycles and an unpredictable cycling stability(103.22 mAh/g after 1000 cycles)in the SIBs application.The ex-situ XRD and XPS analyses were further applied to study the sodium ion storage mechanism and the multi-step phase transition reaction of the yolk-shell heterogeneous structure.This work provides new perspectives for the preparation of novel structure metal phosphosulfide and their applications in anode materials for sodium/potassium batteries and other secondary batteries.
基金support of the Key Science Research Project in Colleges and Universities of Anhui Province,China(No.2022AH050813)the Medical Special Cultivation Project of Anhui University of Science and Technology,China(No.YZ2023H2A002).
文摘Carbon-based foams with a three-dimensional structure can serve as a lightweight template for the rational design and control-lable preparation of metal oxide/carbon-based composite microwave absorption materials.In this study,a flake-like nickel cobaltate/re-duced graphene oxide/melamine-derived carbon foam(FNC/RGO/MDCF)was successfully fabricated through a combination of solvo-thermal treatment and high-temperature pyrolysis.Results indicated that RGO was evenly distributed in the MDCF skeleton,providing ef-fective support for the load growth of FNC on its surface.Sample S3,the FNC/RGO/MDCF composite prepared by solvothermal method for 16 h,exhibited a minimum reflection loss(RL_(min))of-66.44 dB at a thickness of 2.29 mm.When the thickness was reduced to 1.50 mm,the optimal effective absorption bandwidth was 3.84 GHz.Analysis of the absorption mechanism of FNC/RGO/MDCF revealed that its excellent absorption performance was primarily attributed to the combined effects of conduction loss,multiple reflection,scattering,in-terface polarization,and dipole polarization.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52271089)the financial support from the C hina Postdoctoral Science Foundation(No.2023M732192)。
文摘This work reveals the significant effects of cobalt(Co)on the microstructure and impact toughness of as-quenched highstrength steels by experimental characterizations and thermo-kinetic analyses.The results show that the Co-bearing steel exhibits finer blocks and a lower ductile-brittle transition temperature than the steel without Co.Moreover,the Co-bearing steel reveals higher transformation rates at the intermediate stage with bainite volume fraction ranging from around 0.1 to 0.6.The improved impact toughness of the Co-bearing steel results from the higher dense block boundaries dominated by the V1/V2 variant pair.Furthermore,the addition of Co induces a larger transformation driving force and a lower bainite start temperature(BS),thereby contributing to the refinement of blocks and the increase of the V1/V2 variant pair.These findings would be instructive for the composition,microstructure design,and property optimization of high-strength steels.
基金the financial support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.22209191)Ningbo Key R&D Project(No.2023Z155).
文摘The commercialization of solid oxide fuel cells depends on the cathode,which possesses both high catalytic activity and a thermal-expansion coefficient(TEC)that aligns with the electrolyte.Although the cobalt-based cathode La_(0.6)Sr_(0.4)CoO_(3)(LSC)offers excellent catalytic performance,its TEC is significantly larger than that of the electrolyte.In this study,we mechanically mix Sm_(0.2)Ce_(0.8)O_(2−δ)(SDC)with LSC to create a composite cathode.By incorporating 50wt%SDC,the TEC decreases significantly from 18.29×10^(−6) to 13.90×10^(−6) K^(−1).Under thermal-shock conditions ranging from room temperature to 800℃,the growth rate of polarization resistance is only 0.658%per cycle,i.e.,merely 49%that of pure LSC.The button cell comprising the LSC-SDC composite cathode operates stably for over 900 h without Sr segregation,with a voltage growth rate of 1.11%/kh.A commercial flat-tube cell(active area:70 cm^(2))compris-ing the LSC-SDC composite cathode delivers 54.8 W at 750℃.The distribution of relaxation-time shows that the non-electrode portion is the main rate-limiting step.This study demonstrates that the LSC-SDC mixture strategy effectively improves the compatibility with the electrolyte while maintaining a high output,thus rendering it a promising commercial cathode material.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.22172093 and 21776167)the Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province,China(Grant No.ZR2023MB061)。
文摘Fully conjugated covalent organic frameworks(COFs)are widely used in electrocatalysis.The COF with-ph-NH_(2)edge poly(1,4-phenyldiazo porphyrin cobalt)(A-PpazoPorCo)is synthesized by adjusting the molar ratio of the reaction material,and exhibits high delocalization energy to significantly enhance thermal stability.The nitrogen in the azo bond improves the adsorption capacity for ORR and OER catalytic intermediates,while the-ph-NH_(2)group further increases the electron cloud density at the Co-N_(4)center in A-PpazoPorCo.Density functional theory(DFT)calculations reveal that the strong electron-donating-ph-NH_(2)groups and the electron-donating azo bonds form an electron donor-π-electron acceptor(D-π-A)structure,which further enhances the electron cloud density.The strongπ-πinteraction between A-PpazoPorCo and three-dimensional graphene(3D-G)significantly boosts the oxygen catalytic performance of the A-PpazoPorCo/3D-G.The catalytic ORR half-wave potential(E_(1/2))of A-PpazoPorCo/3D-G can reach 0.880 V vs.RHE.The total overpotential(ΔE=E_(j=10)-E_(1/2))is 0.617 V,demonstrating excellent bifunctional oxygen catalytic performance.The efficient oxygen catalytic performance indicates that A-PpazoPorCo/3D-G has the potential for application in fuel cells cathodes and overall water splitting anodes.
基金Financial support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(51972016)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(JD2417)is gratefully acknowledged.
文摘Although solar steam generation strategy is efficient in desalinating seawater,it is still challenging to achieve continuous solar-thermal desalination of seawater and catalytic degradation of organic pollutants.Herein,dynamic regulations of hydrogen bonding networks and solvation structures are realized by designing an asymmetric bilayer membrane consisting of a bacterial cellulose/carbon nanotube/Co_(2)(OH)_(2)CO_(3)nanorod top layer and a bacterial cellulose/Co_(2)(OH)_(2)CO_(3)nanorod(BCH)bottom layer.Crucially,the hydrogen bonding networks inside the membrane can be tuned by the rich surface–OH groups of the bacterial cellulose and Co_(2)(OH)_(2)CO_(3)as well as the ions and radicals in situ generated during the catalysis process.Moreover,both SO_(4)^(2−)and HSO_(5)−can regulate the solvation structure of Na^(+)and be adsorbed more preferentially on the evaporation surface than Cl^(−),thus hindering the de-solvation of the solvated Na^(+)and subsequent nucleation/growth of NaCl.Furthermore,the heat generated by the solar-thermal energy conversion can accelerate the reaction kinetics and enhance the catalytic degradation efficiency.This work provides a flow-bed water purification system with an asymmetric solar-thermal and catalytic membrane for synergistic solar thermal desalination of seawater/brine and catalytic degradation of organic pollutants.
基金supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(22402115,22472094)Shaanxi Special Fund for Talent Introduction(100090/1204071055).
文摘In the process of electroless cobalt plating,the saccharin additive can significantly change the surface morphology,texture orientation,and conductivity of the cobalt coating layer.When the amount of saccharin was 3 mg·L^(-1),the cobalt coating transformed from disordered large grains to a honeycomb structure,with a preferred orientation of(002)facet on hexago-nal close-packed(HCP)cobalt crystals.The resistivity of the cobalt film decreased to 14.4μΩ·cm,and further decreased to 10.7μΩ·cm after the annealing treatment.When the concentration of saccharin was increased,the grain size was gradually refined and a“stone forest”structure was observed,with the preferred orientation remaining unchanged.The addition of saccharin also slightly improves the purity of cobalt coating to a certain extent.Through the study of the crystallization behavior of cobalt electroless plating,saccharin molecules can adsorb to specific c-sites on the cobalt dense crystal plane,inhibiting the growth of abc stacking arrangement and inducing the crystal growth in ab stacking mode,thereby achieving optimal growth of HCP(002)texture.
文摘A low-cost 1D cobalt-based coordination polymer(CP)[Co(BGPD)(DMSO)_(2)(H_(2)O)_(2)](Co-BD;H2BGPD=N,N'-bis(glycinyl)pyromellitic diimide;DMSO=dimethyl sulfoxide)was synthesized by a simple method,and its crystal structure was characterized.In a three-electrode system,Co-BD,as the electrode material for supercapacitors,achieved a specific capacitance of 830 F·g^(-1)at 1 A·g^(-1),equivalent to a specific capacity of 116.4 mAh·g^(-1),and exhibited high-rate capability,reaching 212 F·g^(-1)at 20 A·g^(-1).Impressively,Co-BD||rGO(reduced graphene oxide),representing an asymmetrical supercapacitor,owns a higher energy density of 14.2 Wh·kg^(-1)at 0.80 kW·kg^(-1),and an excellent cycle performance(After 4000 cycles at 1 A·g^(-1),the capacitance retention was up to 94%).CCDC:2418872.
