Solar cells hold a function of photovoltaic conversion,while rechargeable metal batteries have an advantage of high energy storage.The conventional charge mode of batteries is made based on complete utilization of ele...Solar cells hold a function of photovoltaic conversion,while rechargeable metal batteries have an advantage of high energy storage.The conventional charge mode of batteries is made based on complete utilization of electric energy.The combination of solar cells and rechargeable metal batteries brings a new opportunity for the development of photo-assisted rechargeable batteries,in which the solar energy can be utilized to partially achieve photo-charging with or without external electrical bias.This review highlights the working mechanism and structure design of photo-assisted rechargeable metal batteries according to the characteristics of rechargeable metal batteries and advantage of the photovoltaic technology.In particular,the recent advances are introduced for photo-assisted rechargeable batteries based on light-weight metal anodes,including metal lithium,metal sodium,and metal zinc.The working features of the integrated devices are also discussed for energy saving under photo-assisted charging mode.Finally,a future outlook is provided for further improving the performance of photoassisted rechargeable metal batteries.展开更多
Novel hydrogen storage materials have propelled progress in hydrogen storage technologies.Magnesium hydride(MgH_(2))is a highly promising candidate.Nevertheless,several drawbacks,including the need for elevated therma...Novel hydrogen storage materials have propelled progress in hydrogen storage technologies.Magnesium hydride(MgH_(2))is a highly promising candidate.Nevertheless,several drawbacks,including the need for elevated thermal conditions,sluggish dehydrogena-tion kinetics,and high thermodynamic stability,limit its practical application.One effective method of addressing these challenges is cata-lyst doping,which effectively boosts the hydrogen storage capability of Mg-based materials.Herein,we review recent advancements in catalyst-doped MgH_(2) composites,with particular focus on multicomponent and high-entropy catalysts.Structure-property relationships and catalytic mechanisms in these doping strategies are also summarized.Finally,based on existing challenges,we discuss future research directions for the development of Mg-based hydrogen storage systems.展开更多
W_(18)O_(49)nanowires(W_(18)O_(49)NWs)with unique one-dimension structures and excellent electron/ions transport properties have attracted increasing attention in academia and industry because of their potential appli...W_(18)O_(49)nanowires(W_(18)O_(49)NWs)with unique one-dimension structures and excellent electron/ions transport properties have attracted increasing attention in academia and industry because of their potential applications in many energy-related devices.In the past decades,many research articles related to W_(18)O_(49)have been published,but there are insufficient review articles focusing on W_(18)O_(49)NWs.In this review,we present the crystal structure of W_(18)O_(49)and briefly introduce the synthesis methods and growth mechanism of W_(18)O_(49)NWs.Moreover,their applications in energy conversion and storage devices are summarized.Finally,the current challenges and opportunities for applying W_(18)O_(49)NWs are provided.We hope this review can promote the development of W_(18)O_(49)NWs in energy conversion,storage,and other promising applications.展开更多
Correction to:Nano-Micro Lett.(2024)16:57 https://doi.org/10.1007/s40820-023-01288-y.Following publication of the original article[1],the authors reported that the order of the images in Figs.5 and 6 were reversed,the...Correction to:Nano-Micro Lett.(2024)16:57 https://doi.org/10.1007/s40820-023-01288-y.Following publication of the original article[1],the authors reported that the order of the images in Figs.5 and 6 were reversed,the positions of the images needed to be exchanged.Another mistake is that the author inadvertently copied the same image in Fig.2(f)with Fig.2(e).The correct Figs.2,5 and 6 have been provided in this correction.The original article[1]has been updated。展开更多
Switchable polymerization is emerging as a powerful tool to construct block copolymers directly from mixtures of monomers.However,current achievements typically iterate between two polymerization cycles to afford prod...Switchable polymerization is emerging as a powerful tool to construct block copolymers directly from mixtures of monomers.However,current achievements typically iterate between two polymerization cycles to afford products with fixed sequences and compositions.Herein,we report the triethylborane/1,8-diazabicyclo[5.4.0]undec-7-ene(Et_3B/DBU)pair-mediated four-component switchable polymerization of propylene oxide(PO),CO_(2),phthalic anhydride(PA),and racemic lactide(rac-LA),which enables the on-demand synthesis of four different block copolymers,i.e.,poly(propylene phthalate)-b-polylactide(PPE-b-PLA),PPE-b-PLA-b-poly(propylene carbonate)(PPC),PPE-b-PPC-b-PLA,and PPE-b-PPCb-poly(propylene oxide)(PPO),through rationally modulating the Lewis pair(LP)ratio.Core to this protocol is that increasing the loading of Et_(3)B accelerates the ring-opening of PO while impeding the reactivity of rac-LA,thus allowing for fine-tuning of the thermodynamic and kinetic of the switchable polymerization.Therefore,the four polymerization cycles involving PO/PA ring-opening copolymerization(ROCOP),PO/CO_(2) ROCOP,rac-LA ring-opening polymerization(ROP),and PO ROP can be connected and discriminated in precisely programmed manners.展开更多
Polymer-modified bentonite(PMB)is much more effective at containing chemically aggressive liquids than conventional bentonite.The PMB manufacturing process typically utilizes natural,high-quality sodium bentonite(NaB)...Polymer-modified bentonite(PMB)is much more effective at containing chemically aggressive liquids than conventional bentonite.The PMB manufacturing process typically utilizes natural,high-quality sodium bentonite(NaB)owing to its excellent hydrophilicity and swelling capacity.However,calcium bentonite(CaB),which is much more abundant worldwide,is rarely used for containment applications owing to its poor hydrophilicity.This study proposed a polymerization method that transforms sodium-activated calcium bentonite(NCB)into PMB to achieve low hydraulic conductivity(k)to aggressive liquids.The mechanism for its low k was revealed through characterization techniques and analyses(e.g.X-ray diffraction(XRD),Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy(FTIR),scanning electron microscopy(SEM),and Brunauer-Emmett-Teller(BET)).The results showed that the PMB had a small amount of polymer elution(indicating better interface stability)and thus exhibited excellent barrier properties under chemically aggressive conditions,with the k of<10^(-11) m/s for 0.6 mol/L NaCl solution,which is four orders of magnitude lower than that of the NCB(k=3×10^(-7) m/s).Various microscopic analyses indicated that the selected monomers were successfully polymerized,and intercalated into and grafted onto the montmorillonite layers of bentonite.The formed polymer network increased the swelling capability of PMB granules,decreased the pore size,and created narrow and tortuous flow pathways leading to a very low k to aggressive liquids.展开更多
The electromagnetic wave absorption of silicon carbide nanowires is improved by their uniform and diverse cross-structures.This study introduces a sustainable and high value-added method for synthesizing silicon carbi...The electromagnetic wave absorption of silicon carbide nanowires is improved by their uniform and diverse cross-structures.This study introduces a sustainable and high value-added method for synthesizing silicon carbide nanowires using lignite and waste silicon powder as raw materials through carbothermal reduction.The staggered structure of nanowires promotes the creation of interfacial polarization,impedance matching,and multiple loss mechanisms,leading to enhanced electromagnetic absorption performance.The silicon carbide nanowires demonstrate outstanding electromagnetic absorption capabilities with the minimum reflection loss of-48.09 d B at10.08 GHz and an effective absorption bandwidth(the reflection loss less than-10 d B)ranging from 8.54 to 16.68 GHz with a thickness of 2.17 mm.This research presents an innovative approach for utilizing solid waste in an environmentally friendly manner to produce broadband silicon carbide composite absorbers.展开更多
The self-assembled monolayer(SAM),functioning as a hole transport layer,holds the potential to substantially elevate the efficiency of perovskite and organic solar cells.Nevertheless,incomplete SAM coverage may result...The self-assembled monolayer(SAM),functioning as a hole transport layer,holds the potential to substantially elevate the efficiency of perovskite and organic solar cells.Nevertheless,incomplete SAM coverage may result in interface defects lurking between the photovoltaic layer and the electrode,thereby causing non-radiative recombination losses of interfacial charges.To tackle this issue,we introduced 4-bromobutyric acid to co-assemble with the SAM,yielding a more compact co-assembled monolayer(co-SAM)that effectively repairs these defective zones.Confocal laser scanning microscopy and Kelvin Probe Force Microscopy show that co-SAMs successfully mitigate interface defects in the previously uncovered electrode regions.Furthermore,the work function of the electrodes is elevated to 5.6 eV,facilitating efficient hole extraction.Consequently,devices incorporating co-SAMs exhibit notably reduced non-radiative recombination losses.The power conversion efficiency(PCE)of the devices is enhanced to 20.0% in binary organic solar cells,and an even more remarkable breakthrough PCE of 25.8% is achieved in perovskite/organic tandem devices.This study introduces a straightforward strategy to improve the hole-selective contact of electrodes,ultimately boosting the overall efficiency of the devices.展开更多
The modified graphite anode materials have some prominent advantages over other anode materials in the industrial applications.A novel simple and gentle method is proposed to synthesize the mild expanded graphite micr...The modified graphite anode materials have some prominent advantages over other anode materials in the industrial applications.A novel simple and gentle method is proposed to synthesize the mild expanded graphite microspheres(MEGMs) from flake graphite spheres through a combined modified pressurized oxidation combined with the microwave treatment.The microstructural results demonstrate that moderately expanded MEGMs with an expansion volume between 4 and 10 ml·g^(-1)exhibit a highly microporous structure with an enlarged interlayer spacing,a decreased microcrystalline size,as well as an increased number of functional groups on the surface,resulting in the increased storage sites and spaces for lithium ions and the enhanced diffusion rate of lithium ions.When used as the anode material for lithium-ion batteries,the MEGM-T75t30 obtained by oxidation treatment at 75℃ for 30 min followed by microwave irradiation for expansion displays a high reversible capacity of 446.7 mAh·g^(-1) at 100 mA·g^(-1) after 100 cycles and excellent rate performance(330 and 116 mAh·g^(-1) at 800 and 3200 mA·g^(-1),respectively).Therefore,the MEGMs prepared by this convenient and mild method show excellent electrochemical properties and good application potential.展开更多
Photocatalytic conversion of“greenhouse gas”CO2is considered to be one of the most effective ways to alleviate current energy and environmental problems without additional energy consumption and pollutant emission.T...Photocatalytic conversion of“greenhouse gas”CO2is considered to be one of the most effective ways to alleviate current energy and environmental problems without additional energy consumption and pollutant emission.The performance of many traditional semiconductor photocatalysts is not efficient enough to satisfy the requirements of practical applications because of their limited specific surface area and low CO2adsorption capacity.Therefore,the exploration of photocatalysts with high CO2uptake is significant in the field of CO2conversion.Recently the porous materials appeared to be a kind of superior candidate for enriching the CO2molecules on the surface of photocatalysts for catalytic conversion.This paper first summarizes the advances in the development of nanoporous adsorbents for CO2capture.Three main classes of porous materials are considered:inorganic porous materials,metal organic frameworks,and microporous organic polymers.Based on systematic research on CO2uptake,we then highlight the recent progress in these porous‐material‐based photocatalysts for CO2conversion.Benefiting from the improved CO2uptake capacity,the porous‐material‐based photocatalysts exhibited remarkably enhanced efficiency in the reduction of CO2to chemical fuels,such as CO,CH4,and CH3OH.Based on reported recent achievements,we predict a trend of development in multifunctional materials with both high adsorption capability and photocatalytic performance for CO2utilization.展开更多
Hydrogen energy has emerged as a pivotal solution to address the global energy crisis and pave the way for a cleaner,low-carbon,secure,and efficient modern energy system.A key imperative in the utilization of hydrogen...Hydrogen energy has emerged as a pivotal solution to address the global energy crisis and pave the way for a cleaner,low-carbon,secure,and efficient modern energy system.A key imperative in the utilization of hydrogen energy lies in the development of high-performance hydrogen storage materials.Magnesium-based hydrogen storage materials exhibit remarkable advantages,including high hydrogen storage density,cost-effectiveness,and abundant magnesium resources,making them highly promising for the hydrogen energy sector.Nonetheless,practical applications of magnesium hydride for hydrogen storage face significant challenges,primarily due to their slow kinetics and stable thermodynamic properties.Herein,we briefly summarize the thermodynamic and kinetic properties of MgH2,encompassing strategies such as alloying,nanoscaling,catalyst doping,and composite system construction to enhance its hydrogen storage performance.Notably,nanoscaling and catalyst doping have emerged as more effective modification strategies.The discussion focuses on the thermodynamic changes induced by nanoscaling and the kinetic enhancements resulting from catalyst doping.Particular emphasis lies in the synergistic improvement strategy of incorporating nanocatalysts with confinement materials,and we revisit typical works on the multi-strategy optimization of MgH2.In conclusion,we conduct an analysis of outstanding challenges and issues,followed by presenting future research and development prospects for MgH2 as hydrogen storage materials.展开更多
Rational electrode structure design is of great significance for realizing superior Na^(+)storage performance.Herein,a metal salt-induced polymer blowing-bubble approach followed by selenization procedure is developed...Rational electrode structure design is of great significance for realizing superior Na^(+)storage performance.Herein,a metal salt-induced polymer blowing-bubble approach followed by selenization procedure is developed to in-situ generate abundant sub-10 nm CoSe_(2) nanocrystals on 3D Se/N co-doped carbon networks(CoSe_(2)@3DSNC).The phase transition from Co to CoSe_(2) and the incorporation of Se into the carbon layer are realized simultaneously to establish above configuration,in which the CoSe_(2) nanocrystals are anchored on interlayer expanded carbon networks.Such unique configuration endows electrode with lower Na+diffusion energy barrier,higher Na+storage capability and better structural durability.Reflected in SIBs,the optimized CoSe_(2)@3 DSNC delivers superior rate capability(310 m Ah g^(-1) at 10 A g^(-1))and excellent longterm cycling stability(409 m Ah g^(-1) after 1200 cycles at 5 A g^(-1)).Moreover,this configuration can also be obtained in other metal selenides-carbon composite through a similar approach.展开更多
The severe dependence of traditional phase change materials(PCMs)on the temperature-response and lattice deficiencies in versatility cannot satisfy demand for using such materials in complex application scenarios.Here...The severe dependence of traditional phase change materials(PCMs)on the temperature-response and lattice deficiencies in versatility cannot satisfy demand for using such materials in complex application scenarios.Here,we introduced metal ions to induce the self-assembly of MXene nanosheets and achieve their ordered arrangement by combining suction filtration and rapid freezing.Subsequently,a series of MXene/K^(+)/paraffin wax(PW)phase change composites(PCCs)were obtained via vacuum impregnation in molten PW.The prepared MXene-based PCCs showed versatile applications from macroscale technologies,successfully transforming solar,electric,and magnetic energy into thermal energy stored as latent heat in the PCCs.Moreover,due to the absence of binder in the MXene-based aerogel,MK3@PW exhibits a prime solar-thermal conversion efficiency(98.4%).Notably,MK3@PW can further convert the collected heat energy into electric energy through thermoelectric equipment and realize favorable solar-thermal-electric conversion(producing 206 mV of voltage with light radiation intensity of 200 mw cm^(−2)).An excellent Joule heat performance(reaching 105℃with an input voltage of 2.5 V)and responsive magnetic-thermal conversion behavior(a charging time of 11.8 s can achieve a thermal insulation effect of 285 s)for contactless thermotherapy were also demonstrated by the MK3@PW.Specifically,as a result of the ordered arrangement of MXene nanosheet self-assembly induced by potassium ions,MK3@PW PCC exhibits a higher electromagnetic shielding efficiency value(57.7 dB)than pure MXene aerogel/PW PCC(29.8 dB)with the same MXene mass.This work presents an opportunity for the multi-scene response and practical application of PCMs that satisfy demand of next-generation multifunctional PCCs.展开更多
As a novel class of high-voltage cathode materials,spinel lithium transition metal oxides have been faced with demerits including pronounced structural instability caused by Jahn-Teller distortion(especially at the lo...As a novel class of high-voltage cathode materials,spinel lithium transition metal oxides have been faced with demerits including pronounced structural instability caused by Jahn-Teller distortion(especially at the lower voltage region)and severe capacity degradation despite their intriguing electrochemical properties.To extend their functionalities as broad-voltage cathodes,the sacrificial template method has been regarded as a promising way to realize structural and compositional control for desirable electrochemical behaviors.Herein,we report a synthetic protocol to directionally prepare Li Co Mn O_(4)(LCMO)using carboxyl-based metal-organic frameworks(MOFs)as self-sacrificing templates.Impressively,LCMO derived from Co Mn-BDC(H_(2)BDC=1,4-benzenedicarboxylate)displays superior electrochemical performances with a specific capacity of 151.6 m Ah g^(-1)at 1 C(150 m A g^(-1))after 120 cycles and excellent rate capacity of 91.9 m Ah g^(-1)at 10 C due to the morphology control,microstructural modulation,and atomic manipulation of the MOF precursor.Bestowed by the optimized atomic and electronic structure,abundant oxygen vacancies,and the nanostructure retained from MOF precursors,LCMO materials display extraordinary electrochemical properties,which have been extensively verified by both experimental and theoretical studies.This work not only provides guidelines for the directional design of spinel materials at molecular and atomic levels but also sheds light on the practical use of LIBs with broad range voltage.展开更多
Integrating multi-scale sites in a composite catalyst is vital to realize efficient electrocatalysis.Herein,a synergistic composite catalyst consisting of Co atomic sites and in-situ generated PtCo intermetallic compo...Integrating multi-scale sites in a composite catalyst is vital to realize efficient electrocatalysis.Herein,a synergistic composite catalyst consisting of Co atomic sites and in-situ generated PtCo intermetallic compounds (IMCs)(o-PtCo@CoNC) is proposed through Co pre-anchoring and subsequent impregnation-reduction method.High loading of Co atoms provides a chance for in-situ generating PtCo ordered intermetallic compounds.The remaining Co single atoms and PtCo IMCs construct synergistic electrocatalytic micro-regions.Benefiting from the ordered structure,synergistic effect of Pt Co IMCs and Co single atoms,o-PtCo@CoNC exhibits excellent electrocatalytic performance for oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) and hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) with mass activity of 1.21 A mgPt-1(at 0.9 V) and5.70 A mgPt-1(at an overpotential of 100 mV),respectively.Besides,o-PtCo@CoNC delivers negligible loss of half-wave potential and overpotential during long-term stability test in acid solutions,with 13 mV decay after 50,000 potential cycles for ORR and a 2.7 mV decay after 20,000 potential cycles for HER.The integration strategy of single-atomic sites coupled IMCs paves the way for enhancing the activity and durability of Pt-based electrocatalysts.展开更多
Polyphosphazene with phenoxy or 4-ester phenoxy as pendent groups are demonstrated as both ligands and host matrices for CsPbBr_(3) perovskite nanocrystals(NCs). These polymers produced fiexible nanocomposite films wi...Polyphosphazene with phenoxy or 4-ester phenoxy as pendent groups are demonstrated as both ligands and host matrices for CsPbBr_(3) perovskite nanocrystals(NCs). These polymers produced fiexible nanocomposite films with excellent NCs dispersion, optical transparency and stability in various extreme conditions. Both films remained stable even after 30 days of air storage. CsPbBr_(3) /poly[bis(phenoxy phosphazene)](PBPP) delivered better air and light stability, and CsPbBr_(3) /poly[bis(4-esterphenoxy)phosphazene](PBEPP) exhibited superior water and heat resistance. CsPbBr_(3) /PBEPP showed a greater increase in fiuorescence intensity under 365 nm UV light and demonstrated a 10% luminescence increase after 96 h of water immersion and even at high temperature(150℃). These findings thus provide new insight into fiexible luminescent CsPbBr_(3) films with high stability in optoelectronic applications.展开更多
Fiber fabrics have been wildly utilized for solar interracial evaporators to address freshwater scarcity.However,the complex and expensive manufacturing processes remain limited to their scalable development.Herein,a ...Fiber fabrics have been wildly utilized for solar interracial evaporators to address freshwater scarcity.However,the complex and expensive manufacturing processes remain limited to their scalable development.Herein,a fabric-based Janus interracial evaporator is efficiently fabricated on a large scale by integrating an extremely innovative self-designed melt-centrifugal spinning technology with spray coating technology.The prepared fabric-based Janus interfacial evaporator has differential hydrophilicity,uneven surfaces,and channels that allow moisture escape.Benefiting from the excellent photothermai conversion of graphene oxide and the charge transfer actions of titanium dioxide,such a multifunction evaporator can reach a high evaporation rate of 1.72 kg m^(-2)h^(-1)under 1 sun irradiation,a superior antibacterial rate of 99%,excellent photocatalytic degradation,and effective thermoelectric ability simultaneously.Moreover,it also shows fantastic performance in salt resistance,recyclable evaporation,and real desalination,This work demonstrates a high-efficiency,cost-effective,multifunctional,and scalable strategy for high-performance fiber fabrics solar interfacial evaporation.展开更多
Light-driven CO_(2) reduction reaction(CO_(2)RR)to value-added ethylene(C2H4)holds significant promise for addressing energy and environmental challenges.While the high energy barriers for*CO intermediates hydrogenati...Light-driven CO_(2) reduction reaction(CO_(2)RR)to value-added ethylene(C2H4)holds significant promise for addressing energy and environmental challenges.While the high energy barriers for*CO intermediates hydrogenation and C–C coupling limit the C_(2)H_(4)generation.Herein,CuxP/g-C_(3)N_(4) heterojunction prepared by an in-situ phosphating technique,achieved collaborative photocatalytic CO_(2) and H2O,producing CO and C_(2)H_(4)as the main products.Notably,the selectivity of C_(2)H_(4)produced by CuxP/g-C_(3)N_(4) attained to 64.25%,which was 9.85 times that of CuxP(6.52%).Detailed time-resolution photoluminescence spectra,femtosecond transient absorption spectroscopy tests and density functional theory(DFT)calculation validate the ultra-fast interfacial electron transfer mechanism in CuxP/g-C_(3)N_(4) heterojunction.Successive*H on P sites caused by adsorbed H2O splitting with moderate hydrogenation ability enables the multi-step hydrogenation during CO_(2)RR process over CuxP/g-C_(3)N_(4).With the aid of mediated asymmetric Cu and P dual sites by g-C_(3)N_(4) nanosheet,the produced*CHO shows an energetically favorable for C–C coupling.The coupling formed*CHOCHO further accepts photoexcited efficient e–and*H to deeply produce C_(2)H_(4)according to the C^(2+)intermediates,which has been detected by in-situ diffuse reflectance infrared Fourier transform spectroscopy and interpreted by DFT calculation.The novel insight mechanism offers an essential understanding for the development of CuxP-based heterojunctions for photocatalytic CO_(2) to C^(2+)value-added fuels.展开更多
Metal oxohydroxides(MOOH) are widely accepted as the true active species for oxygen evolution reaction(OER).However,the MOOH converted from precatalysts usually exhibits better catalytic performance than those directl...Metal oxohydroxides(MOOH) are widely accepted as the true active species for oxygen evolution reaction(OER).However,the MOOH converted from precatalysts usually exhibits better catalytic performance than those directly synthesized.The underlying structural reason for this phenomenon remains controversial.In this work,CoOOH and Co(OH)2with similar morphology are employed as model catalysts to investigate the origin of in-situ converted catalyst s high activity,as Co(OH)2can be fully converted to CoOOH during OER.In-situ Raman,electron paramagnetic resonance,HR-TEM,and X-ray spectroscopic studies reveal that O vacancies in the CoOOH converted from Co(OH)2play a key role in its higher intrinsic activity towards OER than directly synthesized CoOOH.Furthermore,theoretical calculations and electrochemical methods indicate that O vacancies in CoOOH affect the interaction between Co-O bond,downshift the d-band center of Co,further weaken the adsorption of OH*,and finally facilitate the OER process over CoOOH.This work not only provides a deep understanding of pre-catalyst's high OER activity by taking Co(OH)2as an example but also deliver insights into the activation process of other electrochemic al oxidation reactions.展开更多
[4-(3,6-dimethyl-9H-carbazol-9-yl)butyl]phosphonic acid(Me-4PACz)self-assembled monolayer(SAM)as the hole transport materials have been demonstrated remarkable potential in perovskite solar cells(PSCs).However,the hyd...[4-(3,6-dimethyl-9H-carbazol-9-yl)butyl]phosphonic acid(Me-4PACz)self-assembled monolayer(SAM)as the hole transport materials have been demonstrated remarkable potential in perovskite solar cells(PSCs).However,the hydrophobicity of Me-4PACz presents a critical challenge for the fabrication of high-quality perovskite films due to its poor wettability.Here,a doped Al_(2)O_(3)with Me-4PACz to modify the Me-4PACz surface was proposed.On one hand,this approach improved the wettability of the Me-4PACz film,enhancing the coverage,uniformity,and buried interface properties of the perovskite film.On the other hand,compared to Al_(2)O_(3)modification alone,doping Al_(2)O_(3)with Me-4PACz allowed direct contact between the perovskite and Me-4PACz,resulting in better buried interface passivation.As a result,we achieved an efficiency of 22.71%for single-junction wide-bandgap perovskite solar cells(1.68 eV).Additionally,the efficiency of perovskite/silicon tandem solar cells was improved from 28.68%to 30.92%,with a significant reduction in hysteresis.Furthermore,the tandem cells demonstrated no degradation after 4200 s of operation at the maximum power point.展开更多
基金Financial supports from National Natural Science Foundation(21875123)of Chinathe project of Jiangxi Academy of Sciences(2020-YZD-3)are gratefully acknowledged.
文摘Solar cells hold a function of photovoltaic conversion,while rechargeable metal batteries have an advantage of high energy storage.The conventional charge mode of batteries is made based on complete utilization of electric energy.The combination of solar cells and rechargeable metal batteries brings a new opportunity for the development of photo-assisted rechargeable batteries,in which the solar energy can be utilized to partially achieve photo-charging with or without external electrical bias.This review highlights the working mechanism and structure design of photo-assisted rechargeable metal batteries according to the characteristics of rechargeable metal batteries and advantage of the photovoltaic technology.In particular,the recent advances are introduced for photo-assisted rechargeable batteries based on light-weight metal anodes,including metal lithium,metal sodium,and metal zinc.The working features of the integrated devices are also discussed for energy saving under photo-assisted charging mode.Finally,a future outlook is provided for further improving the performance of photoassisted rechargeable metal batteries.
基金financially supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China (No. 2021YFB4000604)the National Natural Science Foundation of China (No. 52271220)+2 种基金the 111 Project (No. B12015)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central UniversitiesHaihe Laboratory of Sustainable Chemical Transformations, Guangxi Collaborative Innovation Centre of Structure and Property for New Energy and Materials, Science Research and Technology Development Project of Guilin (No. 20210102-4)
文摘Novel hydrogen storage materials have propelled progress in hydrogen storage technologies.Magnesium hydride(MgH_(2))is a highly promising candidate.Nevertheless,several drawbacks,including the need for elevated thermal conditions,sluggish dehydrogena-tion kinetics,and high thermodynamic stability,limit its practical application.One effective method of addressing these challenges is cata-lyst doping,which effectively boosts the hydrogen storage capability of Mg-based materials.Herein,we review recent advancements in catalyst-doped MgH_(2) composites,with particular focus on multicomponent and high-entropy catalysts.Structure-property relationships and catalytic mechanisms in these doping strategies are also summarized.Finally,based on existing challenges,we discuss future research directions for the development of Mg-based hydrogen storage systems.
基金Financial support from the National Natural Science Foundation(No.22075151)of Chinathe Natural Science Foundation of Jiangxi(No.20161BBE50095)the project of Jiangxi Academy of Sciences(No.2022YSBG21019 and No.2023YJC2018)is gratefully acknowledged。
文摘W_(18)O_(49)nanowires(W_(18)O_(49)NWs)with unique one-dimension structures and excellent electron/ions transport properties have attracted increasing attention in academia and industry because of their potential applications in many energy-related devices.In the past decades,many research articles related to W_(18)O_(49)have been published,but there are insufficient review articles focusing on W_(18)O_(49)NWs.In this review,we present the crystal structure of W_(18)O_(49)and briefly introduce the synthesis methods and growth mechanism of W_(18)O_(49)NWs.Moreover,their applications in energy conversion and storage devices are summarized.Finally,the current challenges and opportunities for applying W_(18)O_(49)NWs are provided.We hope this review can promote the development of W_(18)O_(49)NWs in energy conversion,storage,and other promising applications.
文摘Correction to:Nano-Micro Lett.(2024)16:57 https://doi.org/10.1007/s40820-023-01288-y.Following publication of the original article[1],the authors reported that the order of the images in Figs.5 and 6 were reversed,the positions of the images needed to be exchanged.Another mistake is that the author inadvertently copied the same image in Fig.2(f)with Fig.2(e).The correct Figs.2,5 and 6 have been provided in this correction.The original article[1]has been updated。
基金financially supported by National Key R&D Program Young Scientists Project(No.2023YFC3903100)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.22322503)analytical and testing assistance from the Analysis and Testing Center of HUST。
文摘Switchable polymerization is emerging as a powerful tool to construct block copolymers directly from mixtures of monomers.However,current achievements typically iterate between two polymerization cycles to afford products with fixed sequences and compositions.Herein,we report the triethylborane/1,8-diazabicyclo[5.4.0]undec-7-ene(Et_3B/DBU)pair-mediated four-component switchable polymerization of propylene oxide(PO),CO_(2),phthalic anhydride(PA),and racemic lactide(rac-LA),which enables the on-demand synthesis of four different block copolymers,i.e.,poly(propylene phthalate)-b-polylactide(PPE-b-PLA),PPE-b-PLA-b-poly(propylene carbonate)(PPC),PPE-b-PPC-b-PLA,and PPE-b-PPCb-poly(propylene oxide)(PPO),through rationally modulating the Lewis pair(LP)ratio.Core to this protocol is that increasing the loading of Et_(3)B accelerates the ring-opening of PO while impeding the reactivity of rac-LA,thus allowing for fine-tuning of the thermodynamic and kinetic of the switchable polymerization.Therefore,the four polymerization cycles involving PO/PA ring-opening copolymerization(ROCOP),PO/CO_(2) ROCOP,rac-LA ring-opening polymerization(ROP),and PO ROP can be connected and discriminated in precisely programmed manners.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.52478351,52208329)the Shenzhen Science and Technology Innovation Commission(Grant No.JCYJ20240813143306009)support is gratefully acknowledged.
文摘Polymer-modified bentonite(PMB)is much more effective at containing chemically aggressive liquids than conventional bentonite.The PMB manufacturing process typically utilizes natural,high-quality sodium bentonite(NaB)owing to its excellent hydrophilicity and swelling capacity.However,calcium bentonite(CaB),which is much more abundant worldwide,is rarely used for containment applications owing to its poor hydrophilicity.This study proposed a polymerization method that transforms sodium-activated calcium bentonite(NCB)into PMB to achieve low hydraulic conductivity(k)to aggressive liquids.The mechanism for its low k was revealed through characterization techniques and analyses(e.g.X-ray diffraction(XRD),Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy(FTIR),scanning electron microscopy(SEM),and Brunauer-Emmett-Teller(BET)).The results showed that the PMB had a small amount of polymer elution(indicating better interface stability)and thus exhibited excellent barrier properties under chemically aggressive conditions,with the k of<10^(-11) m/s for 0.6 mol/L NaCl solution,which is four orders of magnitude lower than that of the NCB(k=3×10^(-7) m/s).Various microscopic analyses indicated that the selected monomers were successfully polymerized,and intercalated into and grafted onto the montmorillonite layers of bentonite.The formed polymer network increased the swelling capability of PMB granules,decreased the pore size,and created narrow and tortuous flow pathways leading to a very low k to aggressive liquids.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52436008)the Inner Mongolia Science and Technology Projects,China(Nos.JMRHZX20210003 and 2023YFCY0009)+3 种基金the Huaneng Group Co Ltd.,China(No.HNKJ23-H50)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.22408044)the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(No.2024M761877)the National Key R&D Program of China(No.SQ2024YFD2200039)。
文摘The electromagnetic wave absorption of silicon carbide nanowires is improved by their uniform and diverse cross-structures.This study introduces a sustainable and high value-added method for synthesizing silicon carbide nanowires using lignite and waste silicon powder as raw materials through carbothermal reduction.The staggered structure of nanowires promotes the creation of interfacial polarization,impedance matching,and multiple loss mechanisms,leading to enhanced electromagnetic absorption performance.The silicon carbide nanowires demonstrate outstanding electromagnetic absorption capabilities with the minimum reflection loss of-48.09 d B at10.08 GHz and an effective absorption bandwidth(the reflection loss less than-10 d B)ranging from 8.54 to 16.68 GHz with a thickness of 2.17 mm.This research presents an innovative approach for utilizing solid waste in an environmentally friendly manner to produce broadband silicon carbide composite absorbers.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(52303239,51933001,22475114)the Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province(ZR2022QB141,2023HWYQ-087)+1 种基金the Shanghai Pujiang Program(23PJ1409700)the Hubei Province Key Research Program(2023BAB109)。
文摘The self-assembled monolayer(SAM),functioning as a hole transport layer,holds the potential to substantially elevate the efficiency of perovskite and organic solar cells.Nevertheless,incomplete SAM coverage may result in interface defects lurking between the photovoltaic layer and the electrode,thereby causing non-radiative recombination losses of interfacial charges.To tackle this issue,we introduced 4-bromobutyric acid to co-assemble with the SAM,yielding a more compact co-assembled monolayer(co-SAM)that effectively repairs these defective zones.Confocal laser scanning microscopy and Kelvin Probe Force Microscopy show that co-SAMs successfully mitigate interface defects in the previously uncovered electrode regions.Furthermore,the work function of the electrodes is elevated to 5.6 eV,facilitating efficient hole extraction.Consequently,devices incorporating co-SAMs exhibit notably reduced non-radiative recombination losses.The power conversion efficiency(PCE)of the devices is enhanced to 20.0% in binary organic solar cells,and an even more remarkable breakthrough PCE of 25.8% is achieved in perovskite/organic tandem devices.This study introduces a straightforward strategy to improve the hole-selective contact of electrodes,ultimately boosting the overall efficiency of the devices.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.51702191,51802325 and U1510134)the Natural Science Foundation of Shanxi Province,China(No.201901D111037)+3 种基金Scientific Research Foundation for Young Scientists of Shanxi Province,China(No.201901D211585)the Science and Technology Innovation Planning Project in Universities and Colleges of Shanxi Province of China(No.2019L0012)the Unveiling Bidding Projects of Shanxi Province,China(No.20191101008)the Shanxi“1331 Project”Key Innovative Research Team。
文摘The modified graphite anode materials have some prominent advantages over other anode materials in the industrial applications.A novel simple and gentle method is proposed to synthesize the mild expanded graphite microspheres(MEGMs) from flake graphite spheres through a combined modified pressurized oxidation combined with the microwave treatment.The microstructural results demonstrate that moderately expanded MEGMs with an expansion volume between 4 and 10 ml·g^(-1)exhibit a highly microporous structure with an enlarged interlayer spacing,a decreased microcrystalline size,as well as an increased number of functional groups on the surface,resulting in the increased storage sites and spaces for lithium ions and the enhanced diffusion rate of lithium ions.When used as the anode material for lithium-ion batteries,the MEGM-T75t30 obtained by oxidation treatment at 75℃ for 30 min followed by microwave irradiation for expansion displays a high reversible capacity of 446.7 mAh·g^(-1) at 100 mA·g^(-1) after 100 cycles and excellent rate performance(330 and 116 mAh·g^(-1) at 800 and 3200 mA·g^(-1),respectively).Therefore,the MEGMs prepared by this convenient and mild method show excellent electrochemical properties and good application potential.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(21771070,21571071)~~
文摘Photocatalytic conversion of“greenhouse gas”CO2is considered to be one of the most effective ways to alleviate current energy and environmental problems without additional energy consumption and pollutant emission.The performance of many traditional semiconductor photocatalysts is not efficient enough to satisfy the requirements of practical applications because of their limited specific surface area and low CO2adsorption capacity.Therefore,the exploration of photocatalysts with high CO2uptake is significant in the field of CO2conversion.Recently the porous materials appeared to be a kind of superior candidate for enriching the CO2molecules on the surface of photocatalysts for catalytic conversion.This paper first summarizes the advances in the development of nanoporous adsorbents for CO2capture.Three main classes of porous materials are considered:inorganic porous materials,metal organic frameworks,and microporous organic polymers.Based on systematic research on CO2uptake,we then highlight the recent progress in these porous‐material‐based photocatalysts for CO2conversion.Benefiting from the improved CO2uptake capacity,the porous‐material‐based photocatalysts exhibited remarkably enhanced efficiency in the reduction of CO2to chemical fuels,such as CO,CH4,and CH3OH.Based on reported recent achievements,we predict a trend of development in multifunctional materials with both high adsorption capability and photocatalytic performance for CO2utilization.
基金supported by National Key Research and Development Program of China(2021YFB4000604)National Natural Science Foundation of China(52271220)111 Project(B12015)and the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities.
文摘Hydrogen energy has emerged as a pivotal solution to address the global energy crisis and pave the way for a cleaner,low-carbon,secure,and efficient modern energy system.A key imperative in the utilization of hydrogen energy lies in the development of high-performance hydrogen storage materials.Magnesium-based hydrogen storage materials exhibit remarkable advantages,including high hydrogen storage density,cost-effectiveness,and abundant magnesium resources,making them highly promising for the hydrogen energy sector.Nonetheless,practical applications of magnesium hydride for hydrogen storage face significant challenges,primarily due to their slow kinetics and stable thermodynamic properties.Herein,we briefly summarize the thermodynamic and kinetic properties of MgH2,encompassing strategies such as alloying,nanoscaling,catalyst doping,and composite system construction to enhance its hydrogen storage performance.Notably,nanoscaling and catalyst doping have emerged as more effective modification strategies.The discussion focuses on the thermodynamic changes induced by nanoscaling and the kinetic enhancements resulting from catalyst doping.Particular emphasis lies in the synergistic improvement strategy of incorporating nanocatalysts with confinement materials,and we revisit typical works on the multi-strategy optimization of MgH2.In conclusion,we conduct an analysis of outstanding challenges and issues,followed by presenting future research and development prospects for MgH2 as hydrogen storage materials.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(21471040)。
文摘Rational electrode structure design is of great significance for realizing superior Na^(+)storage performance.Herein,a metal salt-induced polymer blowing-bubble approach followed by selenization procedure is developed to in-situ generate abundant sub-10 nm CoSe_(2) nanocrystals on 3D Se/N co-doped carbon networks(CoSe_(2)@3DSNC).The phase transition from Co to CoSe_(2) and the incorporation of Se into the carbon layer are realized simultaneously to establish above configuration,in which the CoSe_(2) nanocrystals are anchored on interlayer expanded carbon networks.Such unique configuration endows electrode with lower Na+diffusion energy barrier,higher Na+storage capability and better structural durability.Reflected in SIBs,the optimized CoSe_(2)@3 DSNC delivers superior rate capability(310 m Ah g^(-1) at 10 A g^(-1))and excellent longterm cycling stability(409 m Ah g^(-1) after 1200 cycles at 5 A g^(-1)).Moreover,this configuration can also be obtained in other metal selenides-carbon composite through a similar approach.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China[grant numbers 52203038,52173036 and 52073107]the National Key Technology R&D Program of China[grant number 2022YFC3901904,2022YFC3901903,and 2020YFB1709301]the Central University Basic Research Fund of China[grant number 2021XXJS035].
文摘The severe dependence of traditional phase change materials(PCMs)on the temperature-response and lattice deficiencies in versatility cannot satisfy demand for using such materials in complex application scenarios.Here,we introduced metal ions to induce the self-assembly of MXene nanosheets and achieve their ordered arrangement by combining suction filtration and rapid freezing.Subsequently,a series of MXene/K^(+)/paraffin wax(PW)phase change composites(PCCs)were obtained via vacuum impregnation in molten PW.The prepared MXene-based PCCs showed versatile applications from macroscale technologies,successfully transforming solar,electric,and magnetic energy into thermal energy stored as latent heat in the PCCs.Moreover,due to the absence of binder in the MXene-based aerogel,MK3@PW exhibits a prime solar-thermal conversion efficiency(98.4%).Notably,MK3@PW can further convert the collected heat energy into electric energy through thermoelectric equipment and realize favorable solar-thermal-electric conversion(producing 206 mV of voltage with light radiation intensity of 200 mw cm^(−2)).An excellent Joule heat performance(reaching 105℃with an input voltage of 2.5 V)and responsive magnetic-thermal conversion behavior(a charging time of 11.8 s can achieve a thermal insulation effect of 285 s)for contactless thermotherapy were also demonstrated by the MK3@PW.Specifically,as a result of the ordered arrangement of MXene nanosheet self-assembly induced by potassium ions,MK3@PW PCC exhibits a higher electromagnetic shielding efficiency value(57.7 dB)than pure MXene aerogel/PW PCC(29.8 dB)with the same MXene mass.This work presents an opportunity for the multi-scene response and practical application of PCMs that satisfy demand of next-generation multifunctional PCCs.
基金the financial support from the Special Funds for the Cultivation of Guangdong College Students’Scientific and Technological Innovation(“Climbing Program”Special Funds,pdjh2022b0135)the Open Fund of Energy and Materials Chemistry Joint Laboratory of SCNU and TINCI(SCNU-TINCI202207)。
文摘As a novel class of high-voltage cathode materials,spinel lithium transition metal oxides have been faced with demerits including pronounced structural instability caused by Jahn-Teller distortion(especially at the lower voltage region)and severe capacity degradation despite their intriguing electrochemical properties.To extend their functionalities as broad-voltage cathodes,the sacrificial template method has been regarded as a promising way to realize structural and compositional control for desirable electrochemical behaviors.Herein,we report a synthetic protocol to directionally prepare Li Co Mn O_(4)(LCMO)using carboxyl-based metal-organic frameworks(MOFs)as self-sacrificing templates.Impressively,LCMO derived from Co Mn-BDC(H_(2)BDC=1,4-benzenedicarboxylate)displays superior electrochemical performances with a specific capacity of 151.6 m Ah g^(-1)at 1 C(150 m A g^(-1))after 120 cycles and excellent rate capacity of 91.9 m Ah g^(-1)at 10 C due to the morphology control,microstructural modulation,and atomic manipulation of the MOF precursor.Bestowed by the optimized atomic and electronic structure,abundant oxygen vacancies,and the nanostructure retained from MOF precursors,LCMO materials display extraordinary electrochemical properties,which have been extensively verified by both experimental and theoretical studies.This work not only provides guidelines for the directional design of spinel materials at molecular and atomic levels but also sheds light on the practical use of LIBs with broad range voltage.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China (22279036)Innovation and Talent Recruitment Base of New Energy Chemistry and Device (B21003)。
文摘Integrating multi-scale sites in a composite catalyst is vital to realize efficient electrocatalysis.Herein,a synergistic composite catalyst consisting of Co atomic sites and in-situ generated PtCo intermetallic compounds (IMCs)(o-PtCo@CoNC) is proposed through Co pre-anchoring and subsequent impregnation-reduction method.High loading of Co atoms provides a chance for in-situ generating PtCo ordered intermetallic compounds.The remaining Co single atoms and PtCo IMCs construct synergistic electrocatalytic micro-regions.Benefiting from the ordered structure,synergistic effect of Pt Co IMCs and Co single atoms,o-PtCo@CoNC exhibits excellent electrocatalytic performance for oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) and hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) with mass activity of 1.21 A mgPt-1(at 0.9 V) and5.70 A mgPt-1(at an overpotential of 100 mV),respectively.Besides,o-PtCo@CoNC delivers negligible loss of half-wave potential and overpotential during long-term stability test in acid solutions,with 13 mV decay after 50,000 potential cycles for ORR and a 2.7 mV decay after 20,000 potential cycles for HER.The integration strategy of single-atomic sites coupled IMCs paves the way for enhancing the activity and durability of Pt-based electrocatalysts.
基金supported by the National Science Foundation (NSF) of China (No. 51773010)the Weifang Science and Technology Development Plan Program (No. 2023GX005)。
文摘Polyphosphazene with phenoxy or 4-ester phenoxy as pendent groups are demonstrated as both ligands and host matrices for CsPbBr_(3) perovskite nanocrystals(NCs). These polymers produced fiexible nanocomposite films with excellent NCs dispersion, optical transparency and stability in various extreme conditions. Both films remained stable even after 30 days of air storage. CsPbBr_(3) /poly[bis(phenoxy phosphazene)](PBPP) delivered better air and light stability, and CsPbBr_(3) /poly[bis(4-esterphenoxy)phosphazene](PBEPP) exhibited superior water and heat resistance. CsPbBr_(3) /PBEPP showed a greater increase in fiuorescence intensity under 365 nm UV light and demonstrated a 10% luminescence increase after 96 h of water immersion and even at high temperature(150℃). These findings thus provide new insight into fiexible luminescent CsPbBr_(3) films with high stability in optoelectronic applications.
基金the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant No.2022YFC3901902)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.52203037,52103031,and 52073107)。
文摘Fiber fabrics have been wildly utilized for solar interracial evaporators to address freshwater scarcity.However,the complex and expensive manufacturing processes remain limited to their scalable development.Herein,a fabric-based Janus interracial evaporator is efficiently fabricated on a large scale by integrating an extremely innovative self-designed melt-centrifugal spinning technology with spray coating technology.The prepared fabric-based Janus interfacial evaporator has differential hydrophilicity,uneven surfaces,and channels that allow moisture escape.Benefiting from the excellent photothermai conversion of graphene oxide and the charge transfer actions of titanium dioxide,such a multifunction evaporator can reach a high evaporation rate of 1.72 kg m^(-2)h^(-1)under 1 sun irradiation,a superior antibacterial rate of 99%,excellent photocatalytic degradation,and effective thermoelectric ability simultaneously.Moreover,it also shows fantastic performance in salt resistance,recyclable evaporation,and real desalination,This work demonstrates a high-efficiency,cost-effective,multifunctional,and scalable strategy for high-performance fiber fabrics solar interfacial evaporation.
文摘Light-driven CO_(2) reduction reaction(CO_(2)RR)to value-added ethylene(C2H4)holds significant promise for addressing energy and environmental challenges.While the high energy barriers for*CO intermediates hydrogenation and C–C coupling limit the C_(2)H_(4)generation.Herein,CuxP/g-C_(3)N_(4) heterojunction prepared by an in-situ phosphating technique,achieved collaborative photocatalytic CO_(2) and H2O,producing CO and C_(2)H_(4)as the main products.Notably,the selectivity of C_(2)H_(4)produced by CuxP/g-C_(3)N_(4) attained to 64.25%,which was 9.85 times that of CuxP(6.52%).Detailed time-resolution photoluminescence spectra,femtosecond transient absorption spectroscopy tests and density functional theory(DFT)calculation validate the ultra-fast interfacial electron transfer mechanism in CuxP/g-C_(3)N_(4) heterojunction.Successive*H on P sites caused by adsorbed H2O splitting with moderate hydrogenation ability enables the multi-step hydrogenation during CO_(2)RR process over CuxP/g-C_(3)N_(4).With the aid of mediated asymmetric Cu and P dual sites by g-C_(3)N_(4) nanosheet,the produced*CHO shows an energetically favorable for C–C coupling.The coupling formed*CHOCHO further accepts photoexcited efficient e–and*H to deeply produce C_(2)H_(4)according to the C^(2+)intermediates,which has been detected by in-situ diffuse reflectance infrared Fourier transform spectroscopy and interpreted by DFT calculation.The novel insight mechanism offers an essential understanding for the development of CuxP-based heterojunctions for photocatalytic CO_(2) to C^(2+)value-added fuels.
基金financially supported by the financial support from Natural Science Foundation of China(No.22209129)the High-Level Innovation and Entrepreneurship Talent Project of Qinchuangyuan(No.QCYRCXM-2022-123)+3 种基金the Innovation Capability Support Program of Shaanxi(No.2023-CXTD-26)the financial support from the"Young Talent Support Plan''of Xi'an Jiaotong University(No.HG6J024)the financial support from China Postdoctoral Science Foundation 2024M752560Postdoctoral Fellowship Program of CPSF under Grant Number GZB20230574
文摘Metal oxohydroxides(MOOH) are widely accepted as the true active species for oxygen evolution reaction(OER).However,the MOOH converted from precatalysts usually exhibits better catalytic performance than those directly synthesized.The underlying structural reason for this phenomenon remains controversial.In this work,CoOOH and Co(OH)2with similar morphology are employed as model catalysts to investigate the origin of in-situ converted catalyst s high activity,as Co(OH)2can be fully converted to CoOOH during OER.In-situ Raman,electron paramagnetic resonance,HR-TEM,and X-ray spectroscopic studies reveal that O vacancies in the CoOOH converted from Co(OH)2play a key role in its higher intrinsic activity towards OER than directly synthesized CoOOH.Furthermore,theoretical calculations and electrochemical methods indicate that O vacancies in CoOOH affect the interaction between Co-O bond,downshift the d-band center of Co,further weaken the adsorption of OH*,and finally facilitate the OER process over CoOOH.This work not only provides a deep understanding of pre-catalyst's high OER activity by taking Co(OH)2as an example but also deliver insights into the activation process of other electrochemic al oxidation reactions.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2023YFB4202503)the cooperation project between Three Gorges Corporation and Nankai University(202103571)+6 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation Joint Fund(U21A2072)the National Science Foundation(62274099,62104115)Tianjin Science and Technology Project(24ZXZSSS00160)Yunnan Provincial Science and Technology Project at Southwest United Graduate School(202302A0370009)the China Higher Education Discipline Innovation Overseas Expert Introduction Project(B16027)the Haihe Laboratory of Sustainable Chemical Transformationsthe Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities,Nankai University。
文摘[4-(3,6-dimethyl-9H-carbazol-9-yl)butyl]phosphonic acid(Me-4PACz)self-assembled monolayer(SAM)as the hole transport materials have been demonstrated remarkable potential in perovskite solar cells(PSCs).However,the hydrophobicity of Me-4PACz presents a critical challenge for the fabrication of high-quality perovskite films due to its poor wettability.Here,a doped Al_(2)O_(3)with Me-4PACz to modify the Me-4PACz surface was proposed.On one hand,this approach improved the wettability of the Me-4PACz film,enhancing the coverage,uniformity,and buried interface properties of the perovskite film.On the other hand,compared to Al_(2)O_(3)modification alone,doping Al_(2)O_(3)with Me-4PACz allowed direct contact between the perovskite and Me-4PACz,resulting in better buried interface passivation.As a result,we achieved an efficiency of 22.71%for single-junction wide-bandgap perovskite solar cells(1.68 eV).Additionally,the efficiency of perovskite/silicon tandem solar cells was improved from 28.68%to 30.92%,with a significant reduction in hysteresis.Furthermore,the tandem cells demonstrated no degradation after 4200 s of operation at the maximum power point.
