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Advanced design strategies and multifunctional applications of Nanocellulose/MXene composites: A comprehensive review

IF 31.6 1区材料科学 Q1 MATERIALS SCIENCE, MULTIDISCIPLINARY

Materials Science and Engineering: R: Reports

Pub Date : 2025-01-13 DOI: 10.1016/j.mser.2025.100925

Shaowei Wang , Haoyu Ma , Shengbo Ge , Mashallah Rezakazemi , Jingquan Han

Nanocellulose/MXene composites, renowned for their exceptional conductivity, mechanical strength and multifunctionality, have garnered significant attention as promising materials for next-generation technologies. Biomass-derived nanocellulose offers mechanical strength, high aspect ratio and biocompatibility, while two-dimensional MXene exhibits high electrical conductivity, surface area and hydrophilicity. Hydrogen bonding interactions are developed between the hydrophilic groups on nanocellulose (-OH) and MXene (-OH, -F, =O), enhancing the mechanical and electrical properties of nanocellulose/MXene composites. The combined mechanical robustness and conductivity highlights their vast potential in advanced smart electronics, energy storage and biomedicine. Previous reviews have focused on individual optimization strategies or specific applications of nanocellulose/MXene composites. Conversely, this review emphasizes the interrelationship between manufacturing techniques, structural properties, and multifunctional applications of nanocellulose/MXene composites, aiming to facilitate rational design and performance optimization in future research. The fabrication and fundamental properties of nanocellulose and MXene are first summarized. Then, the production technologies and emerging applications of nanocellulose/MXene composites (fibers, films and gels) in electromagnetic interference shielding, supercapacitors, sensors, water treatment and thermal management are summarized. Notably, the exploration of life cycle assessment to nanocellulose/MXene composites enables the comprehensive environmental evaluation and process optimization, providing sustainable policies and market promotion. Finally, we present the current research challenges and future directions, including improving production efficiency, optimizing modification strategies and developing scalable manufacturing processes for nanocellulose/MXene composites.

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Artificial Merkel discs in van der Waals heterostructures for bio-inspired tactile sensing

IF 31.6 1区材料科学 Q1 MATERIALS SCIENCE, MULTIDISCIPLINARY

Materials Science and Engineering: R: Reports

Pub Date : 2025-01-13 DOI: 10.1016/j.mser.2025.100926

Shu-Ping Lin , Advaita Ghosh , Kuan-Lin Chen , Hsin-Lu Hsiao , Meng-Yu Tsai , Yen-Fu Lin

Mechanoreceptors, such as Merkel discs in the somatosensory system, play a crucial role in converting mechanical stimuli into electrical signals, enabling spatial discrimination and perception. This study investigates a conventional van der Waals heterostructures field-effect transistor (VHFET) with strategically positioned access regions (AR) to mimic unique neuronal behaviors. The neuronal VHFET with AR (VHFET-AR) device, constructed using 2D materials including molybdenum disulfide as the channel, hexagonal boron nitride as the tunneling insulator, and graphene as the floating gate, functions as a synaptic device designed to replicate the role of Merkel discs in human skin. The VHFET-AR device successfully reproduces fundamental nervous system functions, including spike amplitude-dependent plasticity, spike duration-dependent plasticity, spike number-dependent plasticity, and slow adaptation (SA). It further demonstrates long-term potentiation and depression modulated by spike intervals, exhibiting synaptic plasticity similar to that of biological systems. Unlike complex and bulky electronic circuits, the VHFET-AR device can perform inverse notch signaling and lateral inhibition at a frequency of approximately 11.23 Hz, closely aligning with the low-frequency stimuli (5–15 Hz) characteristic of biological Merkel discs, which are essential for spatial localization and discrimination. The compact design of the VHFET-AR device highlights its merit in minimizing the size of the electronic circuit. By incorporating properties such as inverse notch signaling, lateral inhibition, and SA, the VHFET-AR device represents a significant advancement in developing artificial mechanoreceptor hardware, offering a closer emulation of the complex mechanisms underlying the biological somatosensory system.

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Sliding ferroelectricity in two-dimensional materials and device applications

IF 31.6 1区材料科学 Q1 MATERIALS SCIENCE, MULTIDISCIPLINARY

Materials Science and Engineering: R: Reports

Pub Date : 2025-01-11 DOI: 10.1016/j.mser.2025.100927

Xiaoyao Sun , Qian Xia , Tengfei Cao , Shuoguo Yuan

The discovery of emerging two-dimensional (2D) sliding ferroelectricity has opened up an important approach to constructing ferroelectric materials at the atomic scale. This review presents the recent important progress of the emerging 2D sliding ferroelectricity materials and their sliding device applications. Firstly, the basic mechanism of sliding ferroelectricity is explained, and a comprehensive summary is presented from typical fabrication strategies and characterization methods to prepare and characterize the sliding ferroelectric materials. Secondly, we summarize the experimental progress in different categories of typical 2D materials, highlighting the key role of layer dependence, material structure, and interlayer twisting angle for the construction of sliding ferroelectricity. Thirdly, we emphasize the sliding device applications and discuss the potential applications of sliding ferroelectricity-based devices. The emergence of sliding ferroelectricity not only provides a rich space for in-depth study on the emerging family of ferroelectric materials and mechanisms but also offers an excellent playground for the construction and application of sliding ferroelectricity devices. Finally, perspectives are provided to address the current challenges in terms of material design, physical mechanism, and unprecedented ferroelectric device applications of sliding electronics.

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Ways forward with conductive hydrogels: Classifications, properties, and applications in flexible electronic and energy gadgets

IF 31.6 1区材料科学 Q1 MATERIALS SCIENCE, MULTIDISCIPLINARY

Materials Science and Engineering: R: Reports

Pub Date : 2025-01-08 DOI: 10.1016/j.mser.2024.100923

Weilin Zhang , Hongjian Zhang , Hyunseung Kim , Pooi See Lee , Yong Zhang , Chang Kyu Jeong

In recent years, conductive hydrogels have garnered significant attention for use in flexible wearable electronics, owing to their exceptional flexibility, multifunctionality, and biocompatibility. This paper provides a comprehensive review of the advancements in multifunctional conductive hydrogels tailored for flexible wearable applications. The review begins with a discussion on the classification of conductive hydrogels, encompassing single-network and dual-network hydrogels based on conductive polymers or conductive additives. Following this, a detailed exploration of conductive hydrogels with multiple functionalities is presented, including toughness, adhesion, self-healing capabilities, swelling resistance, and shape memory, etc. The paper then delves into the application of these hydrogels in flexible devices, such as strain sensors, temperature sensors, triboelectric nanogenerators, energy storage devices, touch panels and bioelectronic devices. Current challenges facing the development and use of hydrogels are also summarized including multifunctional integration and commercialization. Furthermore, conductive hydrogels with targeted property should be designed and prepared according to the requirement of true applications scenarios and mass industrialization. Lastly, the paper offers an insightful and forward-looking perspective aimed at inspiring future innovations in this promising field.

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20.5 % efficient ternary organic photovoltaics using an asymmetric small-molecular acceptor to manipulate intermolecular packing and reduce energy losses

IF 31.6 1区材料科学 Q1 MATERIALS SCIENCE, MULTIDISCIPLINARY

Materials Science and Engineering: R: Reports

Pub Date : 2024-12-25 DOI: 10.1016/j.mser.2024.100922

Zhaoheng Ling , Jingnan Wu , José P. Jurado , Christopher E. Petoukhoff , Sang Young Jeong , Dipti Naphade , Maxime Babics , Xiaoming Chang , Hendrik Faber , Spyros Doukas , Elefterios Lidorikis , Mohamad Insan Nugraha , Mingjie He , Maryam Alqurashi , Yuanbao Lin , Xiaokang Sun , Hanlin Hu , Han Young Woo , Stefaan De Wolf , Leonidas Tsetseris , Thomas D. Anthopoulos

Oligomeric acceptors are increasingly recognized as promising n-type materials for organic photovoltaics (OPVs) due to their precise molecular structures, long-term stability, and high efficiency. However, inferior molecular packing and high energy losses have hindered their further use. Here, we overcome these challenges by developing an asymmetric small molecular acceptor (SMA), BTP-J17, and applying it as the second acceptor component in OPVs composed of PM6:DIBP3F-Se:BTP-J17 (refer to our recent work on dimeric acceptor DIBP3F-Se). The BTP-J17 is very miscible with the DIBP3F-Se and appears to diffuse into the host donor-acceptor interface. The ensuing ternary cells exhibit enhanced exciton dissociation, improved carrier mobility, and more efficient charge extraction. Optimised OPVs based on PM6:DIBP3F-Se:BTP-J17 show enhanced open-circuit voltage (V_OC) while maintaining the high short-circuit current (J_SC) from the binary blends, boosting the power conversion efficiency (PCE) from 18.40 % to 19.60 %. By integrating MgF₂ as an antireflection coating and n-doping the ternary BHJ with ethyl viologen (EV), we were able to further boost the PCE to 20.5 % (uncertified) and simultaneously extended the outdoor stability to seven weeks. Our findings highlight the crucial role of asymmetric SMA as an additional component for boosting the performance and stability of OPVs.

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High-entropy battery materials: Revolutionizing energy storage with structural complexity and entropy-driven stabilization

IF 31.6 1区材料科学 Q1 MATERIALS SCIENCE, MULTIDISCIPLINARY

Materials Science and Engineering: R: Reports

Pub Date : 2024-12-17 DOI: 10.1016/j.mser.2024.100921

Mukarram Ali , Mohsin Saleem , Tahir Sattar , Muhammad Zubair Khan , Jung Hyuk Koh , Osama Gohar , Iftikhar Hussain , Yizhou Zhang , Muhammad Bilal Hanif , Ghulam Ali , Muhammad Farooq Khan

High-entropy battery materials (HEBMs) have emerged as a promising frontier in energy storage and conversion, garnering significant global research interest. These materials are characterized by their unique structural properties, compositional complexity, entropy-driven stabilization, superionic conductivity, and low activation energy. The early 2020 s have seen remarkable advancements in solid-state chemistry and physics, propelled by high-throughput computation and experimentation, which have sparked a revolution in the development of HEBMs. Despite these advances, a systematic understanding of the underlying principles and processes governing HEBMs remains limited. This review provides a comprehensive analysis of the design, synthesis, structural evolution, and entropy stabilization of emerging HEBMs, with a particular emphasis on secondary rechargeable batteries and the design parameters spanning from low to high entropy in both liquid and solid-state technologies. Furthermore, the review explores the impact of multi-component complexity on oxygen evolution, electro-chemo-mechanical behavior, zero-strain performance, and the development of Co/Mn-free anodes and cathodes. We highlight recent breakthroughs in the synthesis of high-entropy solid electrolytes (HESEs) and high-entropy liquid electrolytes (HELEs), including ultrafast synthesis techniques and entropy-driven strategies that enhance ion transport and stability under extreme conditions. The role of entropy in stabilizing multi-component systems, such as high-entropy garnets and argyrodites, is critically examined, emphasizing their potential for high-rate and high-energy density rechargeable batteries. The review concludes by outlining future research directions aimed at advancing the performance and scalability of HEBMs, leveraging computational design and machine learning to overcome existing challenges in the field.

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Electron-deficient fused dithieno-benzothiadiazole-bridged polymer acceptors for high-efficiency all-polymer solar cells with low energy loss

IF 31.6 1区材料科学 Q1 MATERIALS SCIENCE, MULTIDISCIPLINARY

Materials Science and Engineering: R: Reports

Pub Date : 2024-12-16 DOI: 10.1016/j.mser.2024.100916

Hai-Rui Bai , Heng Zhang , Huifeng Meng , Yinfeng Li , Xiaopeng Xu , Ming-Qiao Liu , Yuting Chen , Ze-Fan Yao , Hong-Fu Zhi , Asif Mahmood , Yan Wang , Jia-Hao Ye , Mengyun Jiang , Qiaoshi An , Han Young Woo , Hongbin Wu , Qiang Peng , Jin-Liang Wang

A pair of A₁-A₂-type polymer acceptors (PY-DTBT and PY-DT-BT) including acceptor backbones (A₁) with fused- or unfused-electron-deficient linkers dithieno-benzothiadiazole (DTBT) or DT-BT (A₂), and corresponding comparative polymer acceptor PY-IT are synthesized for all-PSCs, respectively. PY-DTBT and PY-DT-BT neat film exhibit slightly blue-shifted absorption but higher absorption coefficients, and slightly down-shifted energy levels compared to PY-IT. Moreover, PY-DTBT exhibits a more rigid backbone with tighter interchain packing compared to PY-IT and PY-DT-BT, thus achieving better electron-transport in neat films. The PM6/PY-DTBT films possess well-distributed fibril network morphology with suitable phase segregation and better face-on crystallization, which can promote charge generation and extraction, and better-balanced charge mobilities in corresponding all-PSCs. Consequently, the PM6/PY-DTBT LBL-processed all-PSCs produce a top-ranked PCE of 17.58 % with a small energy loss (E_loss) of 0.51 eV, which is obviously higher than that of PM6/PY-IT (16.84 %) and PM6/PY-DT-BT (13.24 %). Furthermore, the all-PSCs based on PM6/(PY-DTBT_90 %:PY-IT_10 %) achieved a champion PCE of 18.5 % with remarkable FF, which is the one of highest reported value for the electron-deficient linker-based PSMAs in all-PSCs. This work demonstrates that employing DTBT as electron-deficient fused-ring linkage paves the way to achieve excellent polymer acceptors for further improving the efficiency of all-PSCs with small E_loss simultaneously.

{"title":"Electron-deficient fused dithieno-benzothiadiazole-bridged polymer acceptors for high-efficiency all-polymer solar cells with low energy loss","authors":"Hai-Rui Bai , Heng Zhang , Huifeng Meng , Yinfeng Li , Xiaopeng Xu , Ming-Qiao Liu , Yuting Chen , Ze-Fan Yao , Hong-Fu Zhi , Asif Mahmood , Yan Wang , Jia-Hao Ye , Mengyun Jiang , Qiaoshi An , Han Young Woo , Hongbin Wu , Qiang Peng , Jin-Liang Wang","doi":"10.1016/j.mser.2024.100916","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.mser.2024.100916","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>A pair of A<sub>1</sub>-A<sub>2</sub>-type polymer acceptors (<strong>PY-DTBT</strong> and <strong>PY-DT-BT</strong>) including acceptor backbones (A<sub>1</sub>) with fused- or unfused-electron-deficient linkers dithieno-benzothiadiazole (<strong>DTBT</strong>) or <strong>DT-BT</strong> (A<sub>2</sub>), and corresponding comparative polymer acceptor <strong>PY-IT</strong> are synthesized for all-PSCs, respectively. <strong>PY-DTBT</strong> and <strong>PY-DT-BT</strong> neat film exhibit slightly blue-shifted absorption but higher absorption coefficients, and slightly down-shifted energy levels compared to <strong>PY-IT</strong>. Moreover, <strong>PY-DTBT</strong> exhibits a more rigid backbone with tighter interchain packing compared to <strong>PY-IT</strong> and <strong>PY-DT-BT</strong>, thus achieving better electron-transport in neat films. The <strong>PM6/PY-DTBT</strong> films possess well-distributed fibril network morphology with suitable phase segregation and better face-on crystallization, which can promote charge generation and extraction, and better-balanced charge mobilities in corresponding all-PSCs. Consequently, the <strong>PM6/PY-DTBT</strong> LBL-processed all-PSCs produce a top-ranked PCE of 17.58 % with a small energy loss (<em>E</em><sub>loss</sub>) of 0.51 eV, which is obviously higher than that of <strong>PM6/PY-IT</strong> (16.84 %) and <strong>PM6/PY-DT-BT</strong> (13.24 %). Furthermore, the all-PSCs based on <strong>PM6/</strong>(<strong>PY-DTBT</strong><sub>90 %</sub>:<strong>PY-IT</strong><sub>10 %</sub>) achieved a champion PCE of 18.5 % with remarkable FF, which is the one of highest reported value for the electron-deficient linker-based PSMAs in all-PSCs. This work demonstrates that employing <strong>DTBT</strong> as electron-deficient fused-ring linkage paves the way to achieve excellent polymer acceptors for further improving the efficiency of all-PSCs with small <em>E</em><sub>loss</sub> simultaneously.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":386,"journal":{"name":"Materials Science and Engineering: R: Reports","volume":"163 ","pages":"Article 100916"},"PeriodicalIF":31.6,"publicationDate":"2024-12-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143160675","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Hydrogenated metal oxide semiconductors for photoelectrochemical water splitting: Recent advances and future prospects

IF 31.6 1区材料科学 Q1 MATERIALS SCIENCE, MULTIDISCIPLINARY

Materials Science and Engineering: R: Reports

Pub Date : 2024-12-14 DOI: 10.1016/j.mser.2024.100918

Xiaodan Wang , Beibei Wang , Leonhard Mayrhofer , Xiangjian Meng , Hao Shen , Junhao Chu

Hydrogenated metal oxide semiconductors (HMOS) are witnessed tunable and superior structural, electrical, optical and catalytic properties, have emerged as a novel class of semiconductors in various applications, especially as photoanodes in photoelectrochemical (PEC) water splitting technology towards sustainable green hydrogen production, effectively overcoming the constraints associated with traditional metal oxides semiconductors which suffer limited visible light absorption and elevated electron-hole recombination rates. Herein, we offer a comprehensive overview of recent advances in fabrication, compositions and understanding of HMOS nanomaterials, as well as its crucial function in improving PEC activity, focusing on the potential hydrogenation techniques for practical applications and further surface and interface engineering strategies to boost PEC properties. We showcase a theoretical framework for understanding hydrogenation mechanisms and the impact on PEC activity. We also emphasize combining advanced and in-situ characterization techniques with theoretical simulations to unravel the mechanisms underlying the enhanced PEC activity to establish the structure-property-function relationships from both macroscopic and microscopic perspectives. Finally, we discuss the remaining challenges in HMOS design and provide a perspective on further research directions of HMOS nanomaterials for PEC water splitting that realize PEC technology to contribute to produce green hydrogen efficiently.

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A comprehensive review of layered transition metal oxide cathodes for sodium-ion batteries: The latest advancements and future perspectives

IF 31.6 1区材料科学 Q1 MATERIALS SCIENCE, MULTIDISCIPLINARY

Materials Science and Engineering: R: Reports

Pub Date : 2024-12-13 DOI: 10.1016/j.mser.2024.100902

Pengzhi Li , Tao Yuan , Jian Qiu , Haiying Che , Qianqian Ma , Yuepeng Pang , Zi-Feng Ma , Shiyou Zheng

Sodium-ion batteries (SIBs) are emerging as a promising and cost-effective solution for large-scale energy storage systems and smart grids due to the abundant availability of sodium. The cathode materials in SIBs play a crucial role in providing free Na⁺ ions and determining battery potential. Among the various cathode candidates, Na⁺-based layered transition metal oxide cathodes (NTMOs) are considered promising options for practical SIB cathodes, with a high theoretical capacity and energy storage mechanism similar to commercial lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). However, challenges such as structural collapse, particle cracking, oxygen loss, and moisture stability need to be addressed for the full potential of NTMOs in practical SIB applications. This review investigates the underlying factors contributing to these challenges, analyzes the phases and electrochemical performance of NTMOs, and explores various strategies such as preparation technology, morphology control, and interface modulation. The optimization of sodium-ion full-cells composition, including anode selection, electrolyte composition, separator selection, and binders, is also discussed. Overall, this review highlights the potential advantages that NTMOs can offer to the industry by providing fresh perspectives and avenues for future research. Additionally, this comprehensive overview of NTMOs could potentially lead to advancements in the field of SIBs and contribute to the development of more efficient energy storage solutions.

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Mechanical-electrochemical conversion for self-powered sensing and alterable power supply

IF 31.6 1区材料科学 Q1 MATERIALS SCIENCE, MULTIDISCIPLINARY

Materials Science and Engineering: R: Reports

Pub Date : 2024-12-13 DOI: 10.1016/j.mser.2024.100892

Xingyao Dai , Junjie Zou , Xiaofei Liu , Yanan Ma , Shuo Wang , Baowen Li , Xin Zhang , Ce-Wen Nan

Flexible sensing systems with energy-autonomous capability are highly desired for the development of compact, cost-effective and multifunctional wearable electronic devices. Herein, we propose a mechanical-electrochemical conversion (MEC) device that demonstrates exceptional self-powered sensing capabilities and the ability to provide adjustable power supplies. The mechanical-electrochemical conversion device, based on a compressible solid-state zinc-ion hybrid supercapacitor, effectively converts the pressure stimulus into electrochemical output signals, including voltages and powers. The MEC device exhibits high sensitivity in voltage output to pressure changes, as well as rapid response/recovery within 63/52 ms, a wide pressure detection range from 7.8 Pa to 400 kPa, and excellent durability over 10 000 cycles, making it suitable for real-time physiological detection and healthcare monitoring. Furthermore, the pressure-induced variation in power output allows the MEC device to offer adjustable energy supplies. To illustrate this capability further, the MEC device was utilized to deliver variable power for adjusting LED brightness and achieving an encrypted information transmission system. This work provides a strategic solution for the development of multifunctional flexible sensing systems with advanced power management capability.

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