Materials Science & Technology: Recent submissions
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Improvement in inhibition performance of anti-corrosion coatings using polyolefin matrix embedded with modified TiO2 nanoparticles
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Corrosion remains a critical issue for steel structures, leading to costly repairs and potential failures in industrial sectors. This study presents the development and characterization of polyolefin coatings for enhanced ... -
Enhanced lithium separation from brines using nanofiltration (NF) technology: A review
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)This study investigates the dynamics of the lithium (Li) market, focusing particularly on the use of nanofiltration (NF) membranes for Li extraction from various brines. It covers a range of aqueous resources, including ... -
A fouling-resistant mixed-matrix nanofiltration membrane based on covalently cross-linked Ti3C2TX (MXene)/cellulose acetate
( Elsevier , 2020 , Article)A new fouling-resistant mixed-matrix nanofiltration membrane based on a covalently cross-linked Ti3C2TX (MXene)/cellulose acetate (MXene@CA) composite was fabricated by phase inversion followed by formaldehyde cross-linking. ... -
Thermoelectric behavior of Bi2Te2.55Se0.45 with a tunable seebeck coefficient: A comparison between coarse needle-like structure and bulk nanostructured alloys
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)In this study, we compare the thermoelectric properties of coarse-grained n-type Bi2Te2.55Se0.45 alloy prepared by induction melting with the bulk-nanostructured prepared by ball milling and hot-pressing techniques. The ... -
Investigating the thermal stability of nanocrystalline aluminum-lithium alloy by combining different mechanisms: Reinforcing with graphene and alloying with Sr
( Elsevier , 2022 , Article)Interest in nanocrystalline (nc) aluminum-lithium (Al-Li) alloys is motivated by the demand for lightweight and high-performance materials for light-weighting applications and superior fuel consumption. Nonetheless, nc ... -
Structural evolution of Cu(1-X)YX alloys prepared by mechanical alloying: Their thermal stability and mechanical properties
( Elsevier , 2015 , Article)In the present study, an attempt has been made to synthesize copper based disordered solid solutions by mechanical alloying (MA) of non-equilibrium compositions. The blended compositions of Cu–1% Y, Cu–3% Y, Cu–5% Y and ... -
Artifact-free bulk nanocrystalline Al-Li alloys with multiple deformation mechanisms and improved tensile properties
( Elsevier , 2020 , Article)An artifact-free bulk nanocrystalline (NC) aluminum (Al)-2% lithium (Li) alloy was synthesized in this study using in-situ consolidation via a combination of cryogenic and room temperature milling. The mechanical behavior ... -
Microstructural effect on the corrosion behavior of n- and p-type bismuth tellurides fabricated by induction melting
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)Numerous efforts have been made to understand and enhance the thermoelectric properties of bismuth telluride alloys. However, limited studies have been reported to investigate the corrosion behavior of these alloys and ... -
The activation of deformation mechanisms for improved tensile properties in nanocrystalline aluminum
( Elsevier , 2020 , Article)We report tensile properties and TEM observations of in situ consolidated bulk nanocrystalline Al with an average grain size of 29 nm. The nanocrystalline Al is synthesized using a combination of cryogenic and room temperature ... -
Graphene-Reinforced Bulk Metal Matrix Composites: Synthesis, Microstructure, and Properties
( Walter de Gruyter GmbH , 2020 , Article Review)This paper provides a critical review on the current status of graphene-reinforced metal matrix composites (GRMMCs) in an effort to guide future work on this topic. Metal matrix composites are preferred over other types ... -
Enhancement of Thermoelectric Properties of Layered Chalcogenide Materials
( Walter de Gruyter GmbH , 2020 , Article Review)Thermoelectric materials have long been proven to be effective in converting heat energy into electricity and vice versa. Since semiconductors have been used in the thermoelectric field, much work has been done to improve ... -
Optimization of the Consolidation Parameters for Enhanced Thermoelectric Properties of Gr-Bi2Te2.55Se0.45 Nanocomposites
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article)Hot pressing represents a promising consolidation technique for ball-milled bismuth telluride alloys, yet deep investigations are needed to understand its effect on the thermoelectric properties. This paper studies the ... -
The role of twinning and stacking fault-induced plasticity on the mechanical properties of aluminum-lithium-graphene nanocomposites
( Taylor and Francis Ltd. , 2024 , Article)In this study, the synthesis-structure-property relationship of graphene-reinforced Al matrix nanocomposites was investigated. The Al-Li-GNPs nanocomposite was synthesized to attain both high strength and good ductility. ... -
A novel low-density, high-hardness, high-entropy alloy with close-packed single-phase nanocrystalline structures
( Taylor and Francis Ltd. , 2014 , Article)A low-density, nanocrystalline high-entropy alloy, Al20Li20Mg10Sc20Ti30 was produced by mechanical alloying. It formed a single-phase fcc structure during ball milling and transformed to single-phase hcp upon annealing. ... -
Review on the visible light photocatalysis for the decomposition of ciprofloxacin, norfloxacin, tetracyclines, and sulfonamides antibiotics in wastewater
( MDPI , 2021 , Article Review)Antibiotics are chemical compounds that are used to kill or prevent bacterial growth. They are used in different fields, such as the medical field, agriculture, and veterinary. Antibiotics end up in wastewater, which causes ... -
Recent advances in ws2 and its based heterostructures for water-splitting applications
( MDPI , 2021 , Article Review)The energy from fossil fuels has been recognized as a main factor of global warming and environmental pollution. Therefore, there is an urgent need to replace fossil fuels with clean, cost-effective, long-lasting, and ... -
Cost-effective microwave-assisted O3- type sodium-based layered oxide cathode materials for sodium-ion batteries
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)In this work, phase pure and highly crystalline O3-type layered oxide material (Na1Ni0.33Mn0.33Fe0.33O2-NNMF) was developed using; (i) a conventional solid-state synthesis route and (ii) a facile microwave-assisted sol-gel ... -
Modified Ni-Al layer double hydroxides as nanoparticles for self-healing anti-corrosion composite coating
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Corrosion is a major concern for metallic structures, leading to significant economic losses and safety risks. Self-healing coatings have recently emerged as a promising solution to mitigate corrosion issues. This research ... -
Morphology Control of WS2 Nanoflakes Using Chemical Vapor Deposition for Improving the Photocatalytic Activity of the WS2/TiO2 Heterostructure
( American Chemical Society , 2023 , Article)Chemical vapor deposition (CVD) is one of the successful techniques for the synthesis of two-dimensional transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDCs) with different morphologies, sizes, and crystal qualities, which are beneficial ... -
α-Fe2O3/ZnO nanocomposite as an efficient photocatalyst for wastewater treatment and flexible electronic device applications
( Springer , 2024 , Article)In this work, we report the synthesis of α-Fe2O3, ZnO, and α-Fe2O3/ZnO nanomaterials by a simple sol-gel method for photocatalytic dye degradation and flexible electronic applications. X-ray diffraction results reveal that ...
