Raw water temperature can fluctuate significantly throughout the year,with peaks above 30℃in summer and below 15℃in winter.Traditional desalination systems(e.g.,reverse osmosis,RO)face challenges under these varying...Raw water temperature can fluctuate significantly throughout the year,with peaks above 30℃in summer and below 15℃in winter.Traditional desalination systems(e.g.,reverse osmosis,RO)face challenges under these varying temperature conditions.Specifically,while the RO system performs well under high temperatures,its efficiency decreases sharply at lower temperatures.Membrane capacitive deionization(MCDI)is considered as an emergent and promising technology for brackish water desalination.While plenty of studies have been devoted to investigating the impacts of raw water properties(e.g.,salinity,coexisting ions,and natural organic matter)on MCDI performance,the role of water temperatures during the desalination remains under-explored.In this study,we first tested and determined the optimized MCDI operation parameters,such as the cell voltage and feedwater flow rate.Key findings showed that MCDI’s salt removal efficiency remains unaffected by feedwater temperature fluctuations.However,as feedwater temperature increases from 15℃to 40℃,the specific energy consumption for desalination slightly rises by 16.3%,and current efficiency drops by 14.1%.Compared to RO systems,the resilience of MCDI to temperature fluctuations makes it a preferable choice for brackish water treatment in areas with a large temperature difference.展开更多
The authors regret that in 1.2.Instruments section of the article,when describing the principle of TiH300,the original content of“Briefly,ambient HONO was first absorbed by deionized water in a two-channel stripping ...The authors regret that in 1.2.Instruments section of the article,when describing the principle of TiH300,the original content of“Briefly,ambient HONO was first absorbed by deionized water in a two-channel stripping coil.The absorbed liquid nitrite was mixed with sulfanilamide,N-(1-naphthyl)-ethylenediamine dihydrochloride,and hydrogen chloride solution to form the azo dye derivative.”展开更多
The authors regret to report some missing information in the synthetic reagents and associated changes of the paper.On page 511,the author information reads:“5.0 mmol of citric acid(C_(6)H_(8)O_(7)),5.0 mmol of ferri...The authors regret to report some missing information in the synthetic reagents and associated changes of the paper.On page 511,the author information reads:“5.0 mmol of citric acid(C_(6)H_(8)O_(7)),5.0 mmol of ferric chloride hexahydrate(FeCl_(3)·6H_(2)O),and 10.0 mmol of o-phenylenediamine(C_(6)H_(8)N_(2))were combined with 40 mL of deionized water and magnetically stirred until fully dissolved.”展开更多
The hydration and swelling of clay in shale reservoirs are important factors for the design of drilling and fracturing fluids.Previous studies show that hydration and expansion are among the main reasons for water imb...The hydration and swelling of clay in shale reservoirs are important factors for the design of drilling and fracturing fluids.Previous studies show that hydration and expansion are among the main reasons for water imbibition.However,few studies have been carried out on imbibition and strain behavior for the shale of the Longmaxi Formation in Changning,China.In this study,a method based on fiber Bragg gratings for evaluating imbibition and strain behavior is presented.Using this method,three imbibition experiments at different solution concentrations were carried out on the shale samples.The main influencing factors include response characteristics during imbibition,strain response during imbibition,ion concentration of imbibed brine,and the relation between saturation and volumetric strain.The results show that water imbibition can be distinctly categorized into two stages:the initial stage of imbibition is characterized by a dependency on the square root of time,and the water imbibition is a linear function of time.The final water saturation after 250 h of imbibition varies from 54.7%(20 wt%NaCl)to 87.8%(deionized water).As the concentration of NaCl increases,the disparity among the horizontal strain,vertical strain,and volumetric strain diminishes.The saturation and volumetric strain have a strong logarithmic relationship.This study provides a quantitative characterization method of imbibition expansion behavior based on optical fiber sensing,which can realize simultaneous monitoring and characterization of imbibition and strain and provide the basis for the shale imbibition mechanism and fracturing fluid flowback optimization.展开更多
Layered manganese dioxide(δ-MnO_(2))is considered a promising ammonium ion capture electrode material for capacitive deionization(CDI)attributed to its high theoretical capacity and cost-effectiveness.Nevertheless,it...Layered manganese dioxide(δ-MnO_(2))is considered a promising ammonium ion capture electrode material for capacitive deionization(CDI)attributed to its high theoretical capacity and cost-effectiveness.Nevertheless,it continues to encounter challenges including rapid capacity degradation,structural instability,and Jahn-Teller effect.Herein,a crystal and electron synergistically regulation engineering strategy is proposed for the suppression of the Jahn-Teller effect and the improvement of ammonium ion storage dynamics in F doped MnO_(2)(MnOF).The induced action of F ions transforms the MnO_(2)structure from the original cubic[MnO_(6)]octahedron into an asymmetric[Mn(OF)_(6)]octahedron with electron redistribution,and generates a localized charge imbalance along the O-Mn-F pathway,which promotes electron transfer from Mn to F direction,accelerates electron transfer,and reduces the energy barrier of ammonium ion diffusion.As a result,the prepared MnOF exhibited a maximum salt adsorption capacity of 144.3 mg g^(−1)and an exceptionally high salt adsorption rate of 18.25 mg g^(−1)min^(-1),along with outstanding cycling stability.Besides,ex/in situ characterizations reveal that in MnOF,the formation/breaking of hydrogen bond is accompanied by the insertion/deinsertion of NH_(4)^(+).Therefore,the rational introduction of highly electronegative anions provides a new direction for the development of advanced CDI electrode materials.展开更多
Low-electrode capacitive deionization(FCDI)is an emerging desalination technology with great potential for removal and/or recycling ions from a range of waters.However,it still suffers from inefficient charge transfer...Low-electrode capacitive deionization(FCDI)is an emerging desalination technology with great potential for removal and/or recycling ions from a range of waters.However,it still suffers from inefficient charge transfer and ion transport kinetics due to weak turbulence and low electric intensity in flow electrodes,both restricted by the current collectors.Herein,a new tip-array current collector(designated as T-CC)was developed to replace the conventional planar current collectors,which intensifies both the charge transfer and ion transport significantly.The effects of tip arrays on flow and electric fields were studied by both computational simulations and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy,which revealed the reduction of ion transport barrier,charge transport barrier and internal resistance.With the voltage increased from 1.0 to 1.5 and 2.0 V,the T-CC-based FCDI system(T-FCDI)exhibited average salt removal rates(ASRR)of 0.18,0.50,and 0.89μmol cm^(-2) min^(-1),respectively,which are 1.82,2.65,and 2.48 folds higher than that of the conventional serpentine current collectors,and 1.48,1.67,and 1.49 folds higher than that of the planar current collectors.Meanwhile,with the solid content in flow electrodes increased from 1 to 5 wt%,the ASRR for T-FCDI increased from 0.29 to 0.50μmol cm^(-2) min^(-1),which are 1.70 and 1.67 folds higher than that of the planar current collectors.Additionally,a salt removal efficiency of 99.89%was achieved with T-FCDI and the charge efficiency remained above 95%after 24 h of operation,thus showing its superior long-term stability.展开更多
The capacitive deionization(CDI)performance of silver(Ag)electrodes is limited by electrochemical failure induced by volumetric expansion.While carbon encapsulation and Ag size control mitigate stress concentration an...The capacitive deionization(CDI)performance of silver(Ag)electrodes is limited by electrochemical failure induced by volumetric expansion.While carbon encapsulation and Ag size control mitigate stress concentration and pulverization,achieving precise size control,suppression of aggregation,and uniform dispersion of Ag nanoparticles remains challenging.Herein,the metal-organic frameworks(MOF)-assisted pyrolysis-galvanic replacement method was employed to construct ultrafine Ag particles uniformly anchored within a three-dimensional(3D)-ordered porous carbon skeleton composite(3D Ag@NC).By utilizing the potential difference between the elements,spontaneous replacement reactions occur,effectively preventing particle agglomeration usually caused by high-temperature reduction.The in situ constructed 3D porous carbon skeleton not only promotes electron transfer and electrolyte penetration but also mitigates the volume expansion of Ag particles during electrochemical cycling.Consequently,3D Ag@NC demonstrates outstanding dechlorination performance(105.29 mg g^(-1)),high charge efficiency(0.95),and exceptional cycling stability(84.12% after 100 cycles).This galvanic replacement strategy offers valuable insights into the fabrication of other small-sized,highly dispersed metal electrode materials.展开更多
Capacitive deionization(CDI),as an emerging desalination technique,has been intensively explored because of its energy-saving,cost-effectiveness and sustainability.Despite the promise,CDI systems still encounter vario...Capacitive deionization(CDI),as an emerging desalination technique,has been intensively explored because of its energy-saving,cost-effectiveness and sustainability.Despite the promise,CDI systems still encounter various challenges involving active sites,mass transfer and stability that severely limit their further application.So far,there is still much-limited review across material,electrodes and devices to cope with the above challenges.Notably,carbon nanotubes(CNTs),have garnered significant attention owing to their exceptional conductivity,high specific surface area(S_(BET)),unique skeleton role and superior mechanical strength.More importantly,CNTs serve multifunctional roles in CDI systems,including active materials,conductive agents,binders,and even current collectors,while also making for the thick electrode framework construction.Specifically,this review first discusses current challenges in CDI system design.Subsequently,it systemic highlights how CNTs address these issues through material innovation,electrode optimization and device integration.Eventually,a conceptual model for CNT composite self-supporting CDI systems is further proposed,aiming to exploit advanced CDI desalination systems.Overall,this review underscores the pivotal role of CNTs in overcoming technical bottlenecks and driving the practical application of CDI for sustainable water treatment.展开更多
Hybrid capacitive deionization(HCDI)shows promise for desalinating brackish and saline water by utilizing the pseudocapacitive properties of faradaic electrodes.Organic materials,with their low environmental impact an...Hybrid capacitive deionization(HCDI)shows promise for desalinating brackish and saline water by utilizing the pseudocapacitive properties of faradaic electrodes.Organic materials,with their low environmental impact and adaptable structures,are attractive for this application.However,their scarcity of active sites and tendency to dissolve in water-based solutions remain significant challenges.Herein,we synthesized a polynaphthalenequinoneimine(PCON)polymer with stable long-range ordered framework and rough three-dimensional floral surface morphology,along with high-density active sites provided by C=O and C=N functional groups,enabling efficient redox reactions and achieving a high Na^(+)capture capability.The synthesized PCON polymer showcases outstanding electroadsorption characteristics and notable structural robustness,attaining an impressive specific capacitance of 500.45 F g^(-1) at 1 A g^(-1) and maintaining 86.1%of its original capacitance following 5000 charge–discharge cycles.Benefiting from the superior pseudocapacitive properties of the PCON polymer,we have developed an HCDI system that not only exhibits exceptional salt removal capacity of 100.8 mg g^(-1) and a remarkable rapid average removal rate of 3.36 mg g^(-1) min-1 but also maintains 97%of its initial desalination capacity after 50 cycles,thereby distinguishing itself in the field of state-ofthe-art desalination technologies with its comprehensive performance that significantly surpasses reported organic capacitive deionization materials.Prospectively,the synthesis paradigm of the double active-sites PCON polymer may be extrapolated to other organic electrodes,heralding new avenues for the design of high-performance desalination systems.展开更多
High-salinity wastewater treatment has always been a challenging issue.In this study,coal tar pitch was used as the carbon source and melamine as the nitrogen source to prepare coal tar pitch-based nanosheets(CPN-9)us...High-salinity wastewater treatment has always been a challenging issue.In this study,coal tar pitch was used as the carbon source and melamine as the nitrogen source to prepare coal tar pitch-based nanosheets(CPN-9)using a salt-template method.The desalination performance of CPN-9 was evaluated using flow-electrode capacitive deionization technology.The results showed that CPN-9 has a high specific surface area(466.34 m^(2)/g),a rich pore structure(micro-/meso-pore volume was 0.28),excellent rheological properties,and hydrophilicity(contact angle of 20.44°),thereby accelerating ion transport.Electrochemical results indicated that CPN-9 exhibits a significant double-layer ion storage mechanism,with a specific capacitance of 176.66 F/g at a current density of 0.5 A/g.CPN-9 has a very low charge transfer resistance.The synergistic effect of aromatic carbon and nitrogen doping(the content of pyrrole and pyridine nitrogen was 36.40%and 35.83%,respectively)in coal tar pitch accelerates electron transfer in CPN-9.The good ion diffusion performance and low impedance of CPN-9 accelerate the ion exchange rate,resulting in outstanding desalination performance.At 1.2 V and 3%mass loading,with a CPN-9 to conductive carbon black ratio of 4:1,the average desalination rate,charge efficiency,and energy consumption reached 0.039 mg/(cm^(2)·min),48.47%,and 0.012 kWh/mol,respectively.In summary,this study optimized the structure of CPN-9 from the perspective of electronic and ionic transport,enhancing its desalination performance and providing theoretical support for the deionization of high-salinity wastewater.展开更多
As a new electrochemical technology,capacitive deionization(CDI)has been increasingly applied in environmental water treatment and seawater desalination.In this study,functional groups modified porous hollow carbon(HC...As a new electrochemical technology,capacitive deionization(CDI)has been increasingly applied in environmental water treatment and seawater desalination.In this study,functional groups modified porous hollow carbon(HC)were synthesized as CDI electrode material for removing Na^(+)and Cl^(−)in salty water.Results showed that the average diameter of HC was approximately 180 nm,and the infrared spectrum showed that its surface was successfully modified with sulfonic and amino groups,respectively.The sulfonic acid functionalized HC(HC-S)showed better electrochemical and desalting performance than the amino-functionalized HC(HC–N),with a maximum Faradic capacity of 287.4 F/g and an adsorptive capacity of 112.97 mg/g for NaCl.Additionally,92.63%capacity retention after 100 adsorption/desorption cycles demonstrates the excellent stability of HC-S.The main findings prove that HC-S is viable as an electrodematerial for desalination by high-performance CDI applications.展开更多
Flow-electrode capacitive deionization(FCDI)is a newly developed desalination technology with a high electrode loading for superior salt removal efficiency,even with high feed salinity.However,the improvement in FCDI ...Flow-electrode capacitive deionization(FCDI)is a newly developed desalination technology with a high electrode loading for superior salt removal efficiency,even with high feed salinity.However,the improvement in FCDI performance could be restricted by obstacles such as poor charge transfer in the electrode slurry and agglomeration of the electrode particles.Therefore,various FCDIelectrode materials have been studied to overcome these bottlenecks through various mechanisms.Herein,a minireview is conducted to summarize the relevant information and provide a comprehensive view of the progress in FCDI electrode materials.Flow-electrode materials can be classified into three main groups:carbon materials,metalbased materials,and carbon-metal composites.Carbonbased capacitive materials with outstanding conductivities can facilitate charge transfer in FCDI,whereas metal-based materials and carbon-metal composites with ion-intercalative behaviors exhibit high ion adsorption abilities.Additionally,carbon materials with surface function groups can enhance electrode dispersion and reach a high electrode loading by electrostatic repulsion,further upgrading the conductive network of FCDI.Moreover,magnetic carbon-metal composites can be easily separated,and the salt removal performance can be improved with magnetic fields.Different electrode materials exhibit disparate features during FCDI development.Thus,combining these materials to obtain FCDI electrodes with multiple functions may be reasonable,which could be a promising direction for FCDI research.展开更多
Water scarcity,driven by climate change and population growth,necessitates innovative desalination technologies.Conventional methods for brackish water desalination are limited by high-energy demands,especially in the...Water scarcity,driven by climate change and population growth,necessitates innovative desalination technologies.Conventional methods for brackish water desalination are limited by high-energy demands,especially in the low salinity range,prompting the exploration of electrochemical approaches like faradaic deionization.Sodium-manganese oxides,traditionally used in sodium-ion batteries,show promise as faradaic deionization electrode materials due to their abundance,low toxicity,and cost-effectiveness.However,capacity fading during cycling,often caused by structural changes,volume expansion,or chemical transformations,remains a critical challenge.This study investigates the impact of morphology and crystal structure on the electrochemical performance of commercial and synthesized sodium-manganese oxides for faradaic deionization applications.Structural and electrochemical characterization in three-electrode cells with low-concentration electrolytes provided insights into the charge storage mechanisms.Rocking-chair full flow cell experiments demonstrated that the mixed-phase sodium-manganese oxide exhibited superior desalination performance,achieving a high salt removal capacity of 54.5 mg g^(−1)and a mean value in the salt removal rate of 1.49 mg g^(−1)min^(-1).Notably,mixed-phase sodium-manganese oxide maintained 98%capacity retention over 870 cycles,one of the longest reported cycling experiments in this field,effectively mitigating the Jahn-Teller effect.These findings highlight the crucial role of sodium-manganese oxide structure and morphology in electrochemical performance,positioning mixed-phase sodium-manganese oxide as a strong candidate for sustainable water treatment technologies.展开更多
The escalating challenge of phosphorus pollution demands innovative solutions for efficient phosphate removal and recovery.Herein,a three-dimensional heterostructured C-ZIF@LDH/CF anode was constructed for capacitive ...The escalating challenge of phosphorus pollution demands innovative solutions for efficient phosphate removal and recovery.Herein,a three-dimensional heterostructured C-ZIF@LDH/CF anode was constructed for capacitive deionization(CDI)by in-situ growing NiCo-layered double hydroxide(LDH)nanoflowers on a carbonized Co-ZIF-L framework anchored onto carbon fiber cloth(CF).This architecture synergistically integrates hierarchical porosity,dual-mode capacitive mechanisms of electrical doublelayer and Faradaic pseudocapacitance,and robust interracial charge transfer pathways.Comprehensive physicochemical characterizations validated the morphological evolution and synergistic valence modulation of metallic species.Electrochemical evaluations revealed outstanding phosphate removal performance,achieving a record adsorption capacity of 34.96 cmp/g in 50 mg_P/L solution,along with superior kinetic efficiency(0.21 mgp/g/min)in hybrid CDI(HCDI)operation.The heterojunction design ensures 95.71%capacity retention over 50 cycles and exceptional selectivity against competing anions.Molecular dynamics(MD)simulations further validate the confinement effect of LDH layers,demonstrating preferential phosphate adsorption through hydrogen bonding and restricted ion mobility.Density functional theory(DFT)calculations elucidate that the ZIF-derived carbon framework enhances conductivity through Co-C hybridization,while simultaneously revealing a reduced work function and a significantly stronger phosphate adsorption energy compared to pristine NiCo-LDH,underpinning enhanced electron transfer and chemisorption.This work provides a paradigm for advanced CDI systems,bridging structural engineering with atomic-scale mechanistic insights to address water-energy-resource challenges.展开更多
High-performance electrode materials are critical for the development of the capacitive deionization(CDI)technology for efficient water desalination.In this study,binder-free porous carbon electrodes were successfully...High-performance electrode materials are critical for the development of the capacitive deionization(CDI)technology for efficient water desalination.In this study,binder-free porous carbon electrodes were successfully prepared from the fungal hyphae sheet with the formation and growth of metal-organic framework(MOF)crystals on the surface of hyphal fibers.The continuous fungal fibrous structure with abundant surface functional groups provided an ideal supporting substrate for in-situ oriented MOF growth.The MOF-fungal hyphae derived carbon(MOF-Fhy-C)exhibited an excellent property for CDI application,such as a large accessible surface area,excellent electrical conductivity,high porosity and hydrophilicity.The MOF-Fhy-C electrode achieved an outstanding CDI performance with a salt adsorption capacity of 40.8 mg g^(-1)and an average salt adsorption rate of 1.4 mg g^(-1)min-1for treating 10 mmol L^(-1)NaCl solution at a cell voltage of 1.2 V,which are considerably higher than most of carbon-based electrodes reported in the literature.This research presents an effective strategy for fabricating freestanding CDI electrodes from fungal materials with MOF for high-performance desalination.展开更多
Solar-driven interface evaporation with high solar-to-steam conversion efficiency has shown great potential in seawater desalination.However,due to the influence of latent heat and condensation efficiency,the water yi...Solar-driven interface evaporation with high solar-to-steam conversion efficiency has shown great potential in seawater desalination.However,due to the influence of latent heat and condensation efficiency,the water yield from solar-driven interface evaporation remains insufficient,posing a significant challenge that requires resolution.In this work,we designed a dual-mode high-flux seawater desalination device that combines solar-driven interface evaporation and capacitive desalination.By utilizing coupled desalination materials exhibiting both photothermal conversion and capacitance activity,the device demonstrated photothermal evaporation rates of 1.41 and 0.97 kg m^(-2)h^(-1)for condensate water yield under one-sun irradiation.Additionally,the device exhibited a salt adsorption capacity of up to48 mg g^(-1)and a salt adsorption rate of 2.1 mg g^(-1)min-1.In addition,the salt adsorption capacity increased by approximately 32%under one-sun irradiation.Furthermore,photo-enhanced capacitive desalination performance was explored through numerical simulations and theoretical calculations.Theoretical calculations and characterizations confirmed that the defect energy levels formed by the introduction of sulfur vacancies can effectively widen the light absorption range,improve photothermal conversion performance,and stimulate more photoelectrons to participate in capacitive desalination.Concurrently,the electron distribution state of molybdenum disulfide with sulfur vacancies and surface defect sites contributes to ion/electron transport at the solid-liquid interface.This work provides a novel pathway for integrating solar vapor generation with other low-energy desalination technologies.展开更多
Hybrid electrochemical devices(HEDs),which consist of one faradaic electrode and the other capacitive electrode,are considered as promising technologies owing to their high ion storage capacity,excellent rate performa...Hybrid electrochemical devices(HEDs),which consist of one faradaic electrode and the other capacitive electrode,are considered as promising technologies owing to their high ion storage capacity,excellent rate performance,and long cyclability.In particular,MXenes have been extensively investigated as faradaic electrodes of HEDs owing to their fast electron and ion transport capabilities and diverse and tunable surface modifications.Herein,we provide a comprehensive review on the design strategies for enhancing the electrochemical performances of MXenes in HEDs,focusing on interlayer engineering,surface modification,and hybrid formation.We also summarize the recent advancement in the use of MXenes in metal-ion hybrid capacitors and hybrid capacitive deionization.Lastly,we address the current challenges for the practical application of MXene-based hybrid devices and offer our perspectives for future research directions.This review aims to provide insights into innovative MXene design strategies for electrochemical energy storage and water purification by elucidating the correlations between material chemistry and electrochemical properties of MXenes.展开更多
Since conventional photocatalytic technology fails to achieve complete elimination of chlorophenol contaminants from aqueous environments,this study presents a synergistic photocatalysis-capacitive deionization(PC-CDI...Since conventional photocatalytic technology fails to achieve complete elimination of chlorophenol contaminants from aqueous environments,this study presents a synergistic photocatalysis-capacitive deionization(PC-CDI)system as an advanced solution for industrial chlorophenol wastewater remediation.The PC-CDI system,employing boron nitride/carbon nitride(BN/CN)heterojunction electrodes,demonstrates exceptional degradation performance toward chlorophenols.The high-surface-area porous BN/CN heterojunction facilitates electro-adsorption and charge carrier separation,thereby synergistically optimizing both photocatalytic(PC)and capacitive deionization(CDI)functionalities.Remarkably,the integrated system achieves a 2,4-DCP degradation efficiency of 97.15%and a 2,4,6-TCP degradation efficiency of 100%in 2 h.The CDI component enables spatial separation through the electro-adsorption of Cl^(-)ions at the anode,effectively mitigating their interference and suppressing chlorinated byproduct formation.Concurrently,the electro-adsorption of positively charged chlorophenol pollutants accelerates their diffusion to catalytic sites,promoting the reactive oxygen species(ROS)-driven degradation of chlorophenol pollutants.The PC-CDI system exhibits robust stability(>95%efficiency retention over five cycles)and broad applicability across various chlorophenol derivatives.By circumventing Cl^(-)-induced side reactions and inhibiting chlorine radical generation during photocatalysis,this strategy minimizes the environmental risks associated with chlorinated byproducts during chlorophenol wastewater treatment.These findings establish the PC-CDI system as a sustainable and eco-friendly technology for industrial wastewater treatment.展开更多
NaTi_(2)(PO_(4))_(3)(NTP)has open threedimensional(3D)ion channels and a high theoretical capacity,but its inherent low electronic conductivity and poor structural stability impede practical applications.Meanwhile,the...NaTi_(2)(PO_(4))_(3)(NTP)has open threedimensional(3D)ion channels and a high theoretical capacity,but its inherent low electronic conductivity and poor structural stability impede practical applications.Meanwhile,the desalination mechanism of NTP in capacitive deionization(CDI)remains unclear,and the form of ion intercalation conversion is still ambiguous.Herein,we present an electron/ion transport-enhanced strategy for fabricating self-supporting electrodes via constructing an interlaced 3D network,which establishes interconnected channels for rapid electron/ion transfer and diffusion while simultaneously enhancing structural durability and mechanical robustness.The NTP combined with carbon nanofibers(NTP/CNF)composite electrode exhibits excellent salt adsorption capacity(83.9 mg·g^(-1)),fast salt adsorption rate(7.5 mg·g^(-1)·min^(-1)),and cycling stability.Furthermore,the desalination mechanism of the NTP/CNF electrode during the CDI process was revealed through ex-situ X-ray diffraction(XRD)patterns,Raman spectra,and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy(XPS)spectra,clarifying the transition from a sodium-deficient phase(NaTi_(2)(PO_(4))_(3))to a sodiumrich phase(Na_(3)Ti_(2)(PO_(4))_(3)).展开更多
To make full use of plant shellfibers(rice husk,walnut shell,chestnut shell),three kinds of wood-plastic com-posites of plant shellfibers and polyvinyl chloride(PVC)were prepared.X-ray diffraction analysis was carried o...To make full use of plant shellfibers(rice husk,walnut shell,chestnut shell),three kinds of wood-plastic com-posites of plant shellfibers and polyvinyl chloride(PVC)were prepared.X-ray diffraction analysis was carried out on three kinds of plant shellfibers to test their crystallinity.The aging process of the composites was conducted under 2 different conditions.One was artificial seawater immersion and xenon lamp irradiation,and the other one was deionized water spray and xenon lamp irradiation.The mechanical properties(tensile strength,flexural strength,impact strength),changes in color,water absorption,Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy(FTIR),and microstructures of the composites before and after the two aging experiments were analyzed.The results showed that the chestnut shell had the highest crystallinity,which was 42%.The chestnut shell/PVC composites had the strongest interface bonding,the least internal defects,and the best general mechanical properties among the three composites.Its tensile strength,bending strength and impact strength were 23.81 MPa,34.12 MPa,and 4.32 KJ·m^(-2),respectively.Comparing the two aging conditions,artificial seawater immersion and xenon lamp irradiation destroyed the quality of the combination of plant shellfibers and PVC,making the internal defects of the composites increase.This made the water absorption ability and changes in the color of the composites more obvious and led to a great decrease in the mechanical properties.The general mechanical properties of the chestnut shell/PVC composites were the best,but their water absorption ability changed more obviously.展开更多
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52370090,52300016)China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(Nos.2023M733379,2024M753122).
文摘Raw water temperature can fluctuate significantly throughout the year,with peaks above 30℃in summer and below 15℃in winter.Traditional desalination systems(e.g.,reverse osmosis,RO)face challenges under these varying temperature conditions.Specifically,while the RO system performs well under high temperatures,its efficiency decreases sharply at lower temperatures.Membrane capacitive deionization(MCDI)is considered as an emergent and promising technology for brackish water desalination.While plenty of studies have been devoted to investigating the impacts of raw water properties(e.g.,salinity,coexisting ions,and natural organic matter)on MCDI performance,the role of water temperatures during the desalination remains under-explored.In this study,we first tested and determined the optimized MCDI operation parameters,such as the cell voltage and feedwater flow rate.Key findings showed that MCDI’s salt removal efficiency remains unaffected by feedwater temperature fluctuations.However,as feedwater temperature increases from 15℃to 40℃,the specific energy consumption for desalination slightly rises by 16.3%,and current efficiency drops by 14.1%.Compared to RO systems,the resilience of MCDI to temperature fluctuations makes it a preferable choice for brackish water treatment in areas with a large temperature difference.
文摘The authors regret that in 1.2.Instruments section of the article,when describing the principle of TiH300,the original content of“Briefly,ambient HONO was first absorbed by deionized water in a two-channel stripping coil.The absorbed liquid nitrite was mixed with sulfanilamide,N-(1-naphthyl)-ethylenediamine dihydrochloride,and hydrogen chloride solution to form the azo dye derivative.”
文摘The authors regret to report some missing information in the synthetic reagents and associated changes of the paper.On page 511,the author information reads:“5.0 mmol of citric acid(C_(6)H_(8)O_(7)),5.0 mmol of ferric chloride hexahydrate(FeCl_(3)·6H_(2)O),and 10.0 mmol of o-phenylenediamine(C_(6)H_(8)N_(2))were combined with 40 mL of deionized water and magnetically stirred until fully dissolved.”
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.42377188 and U23A20671)the Postdoctoral Innovation Research Post in Hubei Province(Grant No.2020000148)the Hubei Province Postdoctoral Excellent Tal-ents Tracking Support Program.
文摘The hydration and swelling of clay in shale reservoirs are important factors for the design of drilling and fracturing fluids.Previous studies show that hydration and expansion are among the main reasons for water imbibition.However,few studies have been carried out on imbibition and strain behavior for the shale of the Longmaxi Formation in Changning,China.In this study,a method based on fiber Bragg gratings for evaluating imbibition and strain behavior is presented.Using this method,three imbibition experiments at different solution concentrations were carried out on the shale samples.The main influencing factors include response characteristics during imbibition,strain response during imbibition,ion concentration of imbibed brine,and the relation between saturation and volumetric strain.The results show that water imbibition can be distinctly categorized into two stages:the initial stage of imbibition is characterized by a dependency on the square root of time,and the water imbibition is a linear function of time.The final water saturation after 250 h of imbibition varies from 54.7%(20 wt%NaCl)to 87.8%(deionized water).As the concentration of NaCl increases,the disparity among the horizontal strain,vertical strain,and volumetric strain diminishes.The saturation and volumetric strain have a strong logarithmic relationship.This study provides a quantitative characterization method of imbibition expansion behavior based on optical fiber sensing,which can realize simultaneous monitoring and characterization of imbibition and strain and provide the basis for the shale imbibition mechanism and fracturing fluid flowback optimization.
基金financial support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(22108032 and 22178055)the Dongguan Introduction Program of Leading Innovative and Entrepreneurial Talents+1 种基金the support of characterization from the Dongguan University of Technology Analytical and Testing Centerthe Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Intelligent Disaster Prevention and Emergency Technologies for Urban Lifeline Engineering(2022)(Grant No.2022B1212010016).
文摘Layered manganese dioxide(δ-MnO_(2))is considered a promising ammonium ion capture electrode material for capacitive deionization(CDI)attributed to its high theoretical capacity and cost-effectiveness.Nevertheless,it continues to encounter challenges including rapid capacity degradation,structural instability,and Jahn-Teller effect.Herein,a crystal and electron synergistically regulation engineering strategy is proposed for the suppression of the Jahn-Teller effect and the improvement of ammonium ion storage dynamics in F doped MnO_(2)(MnOF).The induced action of F ions transforms the MnO_(2)structure from the original cubic[MnO_(6)]octahedron into an asymmetric[Mn(OF)_(6)]octahedron with electron redistribution,and generates a localized charge imbalance along the O-Mn-F pathway,which promotes electron transfer from Mn to F direction,accelerates electron transfer,and reduces the energy barrier of ammonium ion diffusion.As a result,the prepared MnOF exhibited a maximum salt adsorption capacity of 144.3 mg g^(−1)and an exceptionally high salt adsorption rate of 18.25 mg g^(−1)min^(-1),along with outstanding cycling stability.Besides,ex/in situ characterizations reveal that in MnOF,the formation/breaking of hydrogen bond is accompanied by the insertion/deinsertion of NH_(4)^(+).Therefore,the rational introduction of highly electronegative anions provides a new direction for the development of advanced CDI electrode materials.
基金supported by the Shenzhen Science and Technology Program(JCYJ20230808105111022,JCYJ20220818095806013)Natural Science Foundation of Guangdong(2023A1515012267)+1 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(22178223)the Royal Society/NSFC cost share program(IEC\NSFC\223372).
文摘Low-electrode capacitive deionization(FCDI)is an emerging desalination technology with great potential for removal and/or recycling ions from a range of waters.However,it still suffers from inefficient charge transfer and ion transport kinetics due to weak turbulence and low electric intensity in flow electrodes,both restricted by the current collectors.Herein,a new tip-array current collector(designated as T-CC)was developed to replace the conventional planar current collectors,which intensifies both the charge transfer and ion transport significantly.The effects of tip arrays on flow and electric fields were studied by both computational simulations and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy,which revealed the reduction of ion transport barrier,charge transport barrier and internal resistance.With the voltage increased from 1.0 to 1.5 and 2.0 V,the T-CC-based FCDI system(T-FCDI)exhibited average salt removal rates(ASRR)of 0.18,0.50,and 0.89μmol cm^(-2) min^(-1),respectively,which are 1.82,2.65,and 2.48 folds higher than that of the conventional serpentine current collectors,and 1.48,1.67,and 1.49 folds higher than that of the planar current collectors.Meanwhile,with the solid content in flow electrodes increased from 1 to 5 wt%,the ASRR for T-FCDI increased from 0.29 to 0.50μmol cm^(-2) min^(-1),which are 1.70 and 1.67 folds higher than that of the planar current collectors.Additionally,a salt removal efficiency of 99.89%was achieved with T-FCDI and the charge efficiency remained above 95%after 24 h of operation,thus showing its superior long-term stability.
基金financially supported by the Innovative Research Groups of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52121004)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(52374423)+1 种基金the Major Science and Technology Programs of Yunnan Province(202302AB080016)the Hunan Provincial Natural Science Youth Fund(2024JJ6726)。
文摘The capacitive deionization(CDI)performance of silver(Ag)electrodes is limited by electrochemical failure induced by volumetric expansion.While carbon encapsulation and Ag size control mitigate stress concentration and pulverization,achieving precise size control,suppression of aggregation,and uniform dispersion of Ag nanoparticles remains challenging.Herein,the metal-organic frameworks(MOF)-assisted pyrolysis-galvanic replacement method was employed to construct ultrafine Ag particles uniformly anchored within a three-dimensional(3D)-ordered porous carbon skeleton composite(3D Ag@NC).By utilizing the potential difference between the elements,spontaneous replacement reactions occur,effectively preventing particle agglomeration usually caused by high-temperature reduction.The in situ constructed 3D porous carbon skeleton not only promotes electron transfer and electrolyte penetration but also mitigates the volume expansion of Ag particles during electrochemical cycling.Consequently,3D Ag@NC demonstrates outstanding dechlorination performance(105.29 mg g^(-1)),high charge efficiency(0.95),and exceptional cycling stability(84.12% after 100 cycles).This galvanic replacement strategy offers valuable insights into the fabrication of other small-sized,highly dispersed metal electrode materials.
基金financial support of the Postgraduate Research&Practice Innovation Program of Jiangsu Province(Grants No.163105819)Nanjing Forestry University High-level Talent Introduction Research Foundation(Grants No.163105774)。
文摘Capacitive deionization(CDI),as an emerging desalination technique,has been intensively explored because of its energy-saving,cost-effectiveness and sustainability.Despite the promise,CDI systems still encounter various challenges involving active sites,mass transfer and stability that severely limit their further application.So far,there is still much-limited review across material,electrodes and devices to cope with the above challenges.Notably,carbon nanotubes(CNTs),have garnered significant attention owing to their exceptional conductivity,high specific surface area(S_(BET)),unique skeleton role and superior mechanical strength.More importantly,CNTs serve multifunctional roles in CDI systems,including active materials,conductive agents,binders,and even current collectors,while also making for the thick electrode framework construction.Specifically,this review first discusses current challenges in CDI system design.Subsequently,it systemic highlights how CNTs address these issues through material innovation,electrode optimization and device integration.Eventually,a conceptual model for CNT composite self-supporting CDI systems is further proposed,aiming to exploit advanced CDI desalination systems.Overall,this review underscores the pivotal role of CNTs in overcoming technical bottlenecks and driving the practical application of CDI for sustainable water treatment.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(Grant Nos.2023YFC3009900)National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.61904116)+1 种基金Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province(Grant Nos.BK20211029)the young scientific talent lifting project of Jiangsu Association for Science and Technology(Grant Nos.JSTJ-2023-018).
文摘Hybrid capacitive deionization(HCDI)shows promise for desalinating brackish and saline water by utilizing the pseudocapacitive properties of faradaic electrodes.Organic materials,with their low environmental impact and adaptable structures,are attractive for this application.However,their scarcity of active sites and tendency to dissolve in water-based solutions remain significant challenges.Herein,we synthesized a polynaphthalenequinoneimine(PCON)polymer with stable long-range ordered framework and rough three-dimensional floral surface morphology,along with high-density active sites provided by C=O and C=N functional groups,enabling efficient redox reactions and achieving a high Na^(+)capture capability.The synthesized PCON polymer showcases outstanding electroadsorption characteristics and notable structural robustness,attaining an impressive specific capacitance of 500.45 F g^(-1) at 1 A g^(-1) and maintaining 86.1%of its original capacitance following 5000 charge–discharge cycles.Benefiting from the superior pseudocapacitive properties of the PCON polymer,we have developed an HCDI system that not only exhibits exceptional salt removal capacity of 100.8 mg g^(-1) and a remarkable rapid average removal rate of 3.36 mg g^(-1) min-1 but also maintains 97%of its initial desalination capacity after 50 cycles,thereby distinguishing itself in the field of state-ofthe-art desalination technologies with its comprehensive performance that significantly surpasses reported organic capacitive deionization materials.Prospectively,the synthesis paradigm of the double active-sites PCON polymer may be extrapolated to other organic electrodes,heralding new avenues for the design of high-performance desalination systems.
基金financially supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52374286 and 52274279)the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2021YFC2902604)。
文摘High-salinity wastewater treatment has always been a challenging issue.In this study,coal tar pitch was used as the carbon source and melamine as the nitrogen source to prepare coal tar pitch-based nanosheets(CPN-9)using a salt-template method.The desalination performance of CPN-9 was evaluated using flow-electrode capacitive deionization technology.The results showed that CPN-9 has a high specific surface area(466.34 m^(2)/g),a rich pore structure(micro-/meso-pore volume was 0.28),excellent rheological properties,and hydrophilicity(contact angle of 20.44°),thereby accelerating ion transport.Electrochemical results indicated that CPN-9 exhibits a significant double-layer ion storage mechanism,with a specific capacitance of 176.66 F/g at a current density of 0.5 A/g.CPN-9 has a very low charge transfer resistance.The synergistic effect of aromatic carbon and nitrogen doping(the content of pyrrole and pyridine nitrogen was 36.40%and 35.83%,respectively)in coal tar pitch accelerates electron transfer in CPN-9.The good ion diffusion performance and low impedance of CPN-9 accelerate the ion exchange rate,resulting in outstanding desalination performance.At 1.2 V and 3%mass loading,with a CPN-9 to conductive carbon black ratio of 4:1,the average desalination rate,charge efficiency,and energy consumption reached 0.039 mg/(cm^(2)·min),48.47%,and 0.012 kWh/mol,respectively.In summary,this study optimized the structure of CPN-9 from the perspective of electronic and ionic transport,enhancing its desalination performance and providing theoretical support for the deionization of high-salinity wastewater.
基金supported by the National Science Foundation of China(No.21606191)the Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province(No.ZR2020ME024).
文摘As a new electrochemical technology,capacitive deionization(CDI)has been increasingly applied in environmental water treatment and seawater desalination.In this study,functional groups modified porous hollow carbon(HC)were synthesized as CDI electrode material for removing Na^(+)and Cl^(−)in salty water.Results showed that the average diameter of HC was approximately 180 nm,and the infrared spectrum showed that its surface was successfully modified with sulfonic and amino groups,respectively.The sulfonic acid functionalized HC(HC-S)showed better electrochemical and desalting performance than the amino-functionalized HC(HC–N),with a maximum Faradic capacity of 287.4 F/g and an adsorptive capacity of 112.97 mg/g for NaCl.Additionally,92.63%capacity retention after 100 adsorption/desorption cycles demonstrates the excellent stability of HC-S.The main findings prove that HC-S is viable as an electrodematerial for desalination by high-performance CDI applications.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52374423)the Science and Technology Innovation Program of Hunan Province(No.2021RC4010)the Science and Technology Major Project of Changsha(No.kh2401030)
文摘Flow-electrode capacitive deionization(FCDI)is a newly developed desalination technology with a high electrode loading for superior salt removal efficiency,even with high feed salinity.However,the improvement in FCDI performance could be restricted by obstacles such as poor charge transfer in the electrode slurry and agglomeration of the electrode particles.Therefore,various FCDIelectrode materials have been studied to overcome these bottlenecks through various mechanisms.Herein,a minireview is conducted to summarize the relevant information and provide a comprehensive view of the progress in FCDI electrode materials.Flow-electrode materials can be classified into three main groups:carbon materials,metalbased materials,and carbon-metal composites.Carbonbased capacitive materials with outstanding conductivities can facilitate charge transfer in FCDI,whereas metal-based materials and carbon-metal composites with ion-intercalative behaviors exhibit high ion adsorption abilities.Additionally,carbon materials with surface function groups can enhance electrode dispersion and reach a high electrode loading by electrostatic repulsion,further upgrading the conductive network of FCDI.Moreover,magnetic carbon-metal composites can be easily separated,and the salt removal performance can be improved with magnetic fields.Different electrode materials exhibit disparate features during FCDI development.Thus,combining these materials to obtain FCDI electrodes with multiple functions may be reasonable,which could be a promising direction for FCDI research.
基金supported by the SELECTVALUE project(2020-T1/AMB-19799,PI:J.J.L.)from the Community of Madrid,funded through the Talent Attraction Programfinancial support of the project RED2022-134552-T funded by MICIN/AEI/10.13039/501100011033financial support from“Comunidad de Madrid”to the project ADEMOSSBat(2022-T1/IND-23776)。
文摘Water scarcity,driven by climate change and population growth,necessitates innovative desalination technologies.Conventional methods for brackish water desalination are limited by high-energy demands,especially in the low salinity range,prompting the exploration of electrochemical approaches like faradaic deionization.Sodium-manganese oxides,traditionally used in sodium-ion batteries,show promise as faradaic deionization electrode materials due to their abundance,low toxicity,and cost-effectiveness.However,capacity fading during cycling,often caused by structural changes,volume expansion,or chemical transformations,remains a critical challenge.This study investigates the impact of morphology and crystal structure on the electrochemical performance of commercial and synthesized sodium-manganese oxides for faradaic deionization applications.Structural and electrochemical characterization in three-electrode cells with low-concentration electrolytes provided insights into the charge storage mechanisms.Rocking-chair full flow cell experiments demonstrated that the mixed-phase sodium-manganese oxide exhibited superior desalination performance,achieving a high salt removal capacity of 54.5 mg g^(−1)and a mean value in the salt removal rate of 1.49 mg g^(−1)min^(-1).Notably,mixed-phase sodium-manganese oxide maintained 98%capacity retention over 870 cycles,one of the longest reported cycling experiments in this field,effectively mitigating the Jahn-Teller effect.These findings highlight the crucial role of sodium-manganese oxide structure and morphology in electrochemical performance,positioning mixed-phase sodium-manganese oxide as a strong candidate for sustainable water treatment technologies.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China[No.52072180]supported by the Key Research and Development Program of China(2023YFC3904101)+1 种基金the Tai Shan Industrial Experts Programme(NO.tscx.202408047)the Urgently Needed Talent Introduction Projects of Key support areas of Shandong Province(2204370402-04-01-608853416)。
文摘The escalating challenge of phosphorus pollution demands innovative solutions for efficient phosphate removal and recovery.Herein,a three-dimensional heterostructured C-ZIF@LDH/CF anode was constructed for capacitive deionization(CDI)by in-situ growing NiCo-layered double hydroxide(LDH)nanoflowers on a carbonized Co-ZIF-L framework anchored onto carbon fiber cloth(CF).This architecture synergistically integrates hierarchical porosity,dual-mode capacitive mechanisms of electrical doublelayer and Faradaic pseudocapacitance,and robust interracial charge transfer pathways.Comprehensive physicochemical characterizations validated the morphological evolution and synergistic valence modulation of metallic species.Electrochemical evaluations revealed outstanding phosphate removal performance,achieving a record adsorption capacity of 34.96 cmp/g in 50 mg_P/L solution,along with superior kinetic efficiency(0.21 mgp/g/min)in hybrid CDI(HCDI)operation.The heterojunction design ensures 95.71%capacity retention over 50 cycles and exceptional selectivity against competing anions.Molecular dynamics(MD)simulations further validate the confinement effect of LDH layers,demonstrating preferential phosphate adsorption through hydrogen bonding and restricted ion mobility.Density functional theory(DFT)calculations elucidate that the ZIF-derived carbon framework enhances conductivity through Co-C hybridization,while simultaneously revealing a reduced work function and a significantly stronger phosphate adsorption energy compared to pristine NiCo-LDH,underpinning enhanced electron transfer and chemisorption.This work provides a paradigm for advanced CDI systems,bridging structural engineering with atomic-scale mechanistic insights to address water-energy-resource challenges.
基金financially supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(Project 2024YFE0202100)International Collaboration Program of Huangpu District in Guangzhou(Project 2023GH13)+3 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Projects 52300153,52270128,and 52400150)the Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation of Guangdong Government(Project 2024A050509001)Science and Technology Planning Project of Guangdong Province(Project 2024A0505090013)the Municipal Science and Technology Innovation Commission of Shenzhen Government(Projects SGDX20230116092359002 and KCXFZ20240903094205008),China。
文摘High-performance electrode materials are critical for the development of the capacitive deionization(CDI)technology for efficient water desalination.In this study,binder-free porous carbon electrodes were successfully prepared from the fungal hyphae sheet with the formation and growth of metal-organic framework(MOF)crystals on the surface of hyphal fibers.The continuous fungal fibrous structure with abundant surface functional groups provided an ideal supporting substrate for in-situ oriented MOF growth.The MOF-fungal hyphae derived carbon(MOF-Fhy-C)exhibited an excellent property for CDI application,such as a large accessible surface area,excellent electrical conductivity,high porosity and hydrophilicity.The MOF-Fhy-C electrode achieved an outstanding CDI performance with a salt adsorption capacity of 40.8 mg g^(-1)and an average salt adsorption rate of 1.4 mg g^(-1)min-1for treating 10 mmol L^(-1)NaCl solution at a cell voltage of 1.2 V,which are considerably higher than most of carbon-based electrodes reported in the literature.This research presents an effective strategy for fabricating freestanding CDI electrodes from fungal materials with MOF for high-performance desalination.
基金financially supported by research grants from the Natural Science Foundation of China(52173235,22265010,12204071,62074022)National Key Research and Development Program of China(2022YFB3803300)+2 种基金Youth Talent Support Program of Chongqing(CQYC2021059206)Hainan Province Science and Technology Special Fund(ZDYF2024SHFZ038)Science and Technology Innovation and Improving Project of Army Medical University(No.2021XJS24)。
文摘Solar-driven interface evaporation with high solar-to-steam conversion efficiency has shown great potential in seawater desalination.However,due to the influence of latent heat and condensation efficiency,the water yield from solar-driven interface evaporation remains insufficient,posing a significant challenge that requires resolution.In this work,we designed a dual-mode high-flux seawater desalination device that combines solar-driven interface evaporation and capacitive desalination.By utilizing coupled desalination materials exhibiting both photothermal conversion and capacitance activity,the device demonstrated photothermal evaporation rates of 1.41 and 0.97 kg m^(-2)h^(-1)for condensate water yield under one-sun irradiation.Additionally,the device exhibited a salt adsorption capacity of up to48 mg g^(-1)and a salt adsorption rate of 2.1 mg g^(-1)min-1.In addition,the salt adsorption capacity increased by approximately 32%under one-sun irradiation.Furthermore,photo-enhanced capacitive desalination performance was explored through numerical simulations and theoretical calculations.Theoretical calculations and characterizations confirmed that the defect energy levels formed by the introduction of sulfur vacancies can effectively widen the light absorption range,improve photothermal conversion performance,and stimulate more photoelectrons to participate in capacitive desalination.Concurrently,the electron distribution state of molybdenum disulfide with sulfur vacancies and surface defect sites contributes to ion/electron transport at the solid-liquid interface.This work provides a novel pathway for integrating solar vapor generation with other low-energy desalination technologies.
基金supported by the National Research Foundation of Korea(NRF),funded by the Ministry of Science and ICT(Grant No.RS-2023-00217581),Republic of Korea。
文摘Hybrid electrochemical devices(HEDs),which consist of one faradaic electrode and the other capacitive electrode,are considered as promising technologies owing to their high ion storage capacity,excellent rate performance,and long cyclability.In particular,MXenes have been extensively investigated as faradaic electrodes of HEDs owing to their fast electron and ion transport capabilities and diverse and tunable surface modifications.Herein,we provide a comprehensive review on the design strategies for enhancing the electrochemical performances of MXenes in HEDs,focusing on interlayer engineering,surface modification,and hybrid formation.We also summarize the recent advancement in the use of MXenes in metal-ion hybrid capacitors and hybrid capacitive deionization.Lastly,we address the current challenges for the practical application of MXene-based hybrid devices and offer our perspectives for future research directions.This review aims to provide insights into innovative MXene design strategies for electrochemical energy storage and water purification by elucidating the correlations between material chemistry and electrochemical properties of MXenes.
文摘Since conventional photocatalytic technology fails to achieve complete elimination of chlorophenol contaminants from aqueous environments,this study presents a synergistic photocatalysis-capacitive deionization(PC-CDI)system as an advanced solution for industrial chlorophenol wastewater remediation.The PC-CDI system,employing boron nitride/carbon nitride(BN/CN)heterojunction electrodes,demonstrates exceptional degradation performance toward chlorophenols.The high-surface-area porous BN/CN heterojunction facilitates electro-adsorption and charge carrier separation,thereby synergistically optimizing both photocatalytic(PC)and capacitive deionization(CDI)functionalities.Remarkably,the integrated system achieves a 2,4-DCP degradation efficiency of 97.15%and a 2,4,6-TCP degradation efficiency of 100%in 2 h.The CDI component enables spatial separation through the electro-adsorption of Cl^(-)ions at the anode,effectively mitigating their interference and suppressing chlorinated byproduct formation.Concurrently,the electro-adsorption of positively charged chlorophenol pollutants accelerates their diffusion to catalytic sites,promoting the reactive oxygen species(ROS)-driven degradation of chlorophenol pollutants.The PC-CDI system exhibits robust stability(>95%efficiency retention over five cycles)and broad applicability across various chlorophenol derivatives.By circumventing Cl^(-)-induced side reactions and inhibiting chlorine radical generation during photocatalysis,this strategy minimizes the environmental risks associated with chlorinated byproducts during chlorophenol wastewater treatment.These findings establish the PC-CDI system as a sustainable and eco-friendly technology for industrial wastewater treatment.
基金supported by Tianshan Talent Training Program(No.TSYC202401B110)the Key Research and Development Program(No.2022B01026-1)of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Regionthe National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.22378341).
文摘NaTi_(2)(PO_(4))_(3)(NTP)has open threedimensional(3D)ion channels and a high theoretical capacity,but its inherent low electronic conductivity and poor structural stability impede practical applications.Meanwhile,the desalination mechanism of NTP in capacitive deionization(CDI)remains unclear,and the form of ion intercalation conversion is still ambiguous.Herein,we present an electron/ion transport-enhanced strategy for fabricating self-supporting electrodes via constructing an interlaced 3D network,which establishes interconnected channels for rapid electron/ion transfer and diffusion while simultaneously enhancing structural durability and mechanical robustness.The NTP combined with carbon nanofibers(NTP/CNF)composite electrode exhibits excellent salt adsorption capacity(83.9 mg·g^(-1)),fast salt adsorption rate(7.5 mg·g^(-1)·min^(-1)),and cycling stability.Furthermore,the desalination mechanism of the NTP/CNF electrode during the CDI process was revealed through ex-situ X-ray diffraction(XRD)patterns,Raman spectra,and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy(XPS)spectra,clarifying the transition from a sodium-deficient phase(NaTi_(2)(PO_(4))_(3))to a sodiumrich phase(Na_(3)Ti_(2)(PO_(4))_(3)).
基金This study was supported by the financial support of Natural Science Research Projects in Higher Education Institutions in Jiangsu Province(No.18KJD430002).
文摘To make full use of plant shellfibers(rice husk,walnut shell,chestnut shell),three kinds of wood-plastic com-posites of plant shellfibers and polyvinyl chloride(PVC)were prepared.X-ray diffraction analysis was carried out on three kinds of plant shellfibers to test their crystallinity.The aging process of the composites was conducted under 2 different conditions.One was artificial seawater immersion and xenon lamp irradiation,and the other one was deionized water spray and xenon lamp irradiation.The mechanical properties(tensile strength,flexural strength,impact strength),changes in color,water absorption,Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy(FTIR),and microstructures of the composites before and after the two aging experiments were analyzed.The results showed that the chestnut shell had the highest crystallinity,which was 42%.The chestnut shell/PVC composites had the strongest interface bonding,the least internal defects,and the best general mechanical properties among the three composites.Its tensile strength,bending strength and impact strength were 23.81 MPa,34.12 MPa,and 4.32 KJ·m^(-2),respectively.Comparing the two aging conditions,artificial seawater immersion and xenon lamp irradiation destroyed the quality of the combination of plant shellfibers and PVC,making the internal defects of the composites increase.This made the water absorption ability and changes in the color of the composites more obvious and led to a great decrease in the mechanical properties.The general mechanical properties of the chestnut shell/PVC composites were the best,but their water absorption ability changed more obviously.
