Center for Advanced Materials Research
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Simulation and optimization of lead-free CH3NH3SnI3 perovskite solar cells using SCAPS-1D
( Elsevier , 2025 , Article)Recent advances in photovoltaic technology have made perovskite solar cells attractive prospects for future energy solutions. However, the presence of lead (Pb) in many perovskite materials causes environmental and health ... -
Cellulose-inspired approaches to sustainable EMI shielding materials: A comprehensive review
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article Review)Electromagnetic induction (EMI) shielding has become essential across various industries to counteract the detrimental impact of EMI on electronic devices and delicate machinery. Traditional EMI shielding materials, ... -
Pyrolysis temperature effect on the efficacy of biochar/CuNi composite catalysts for emerging pollutant degradation
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Sugarcane pulp bagasse biochar (SCPBB) was produced through pyrolysis from 500 to 900 °C under a nitrogen atmosphere, and their SCPBB/CuNi composites was produced through wetness impregnation with copper and nickel salts ... -
Detailed organic characterization of process water to evaluate reverse osmosis membrane fouling in industrial wastewater treatment
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)One of the major waste streams within the oil and gas (O&G) industry is produced and process water generated during hydrocarbon production and treatment, respectively. In gas production facilities, process water typically ... -
Iron slag/activated carbon-electrokinetic system with anolyte recycling for single and mixture heavy metals remediation
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)The electrokinetic process has been proposed for in-situ soil remediation to minimize excavation work and exposure to hazardous materials. The precipitation of heavy metals in alkaline pH near the cathode is still challenging. ... -
Monitoring fatigue cracks in riveted plates using a sideband intensity based nonlinear ultrasonic technique
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Aluminum structures are routinely used in aircraft due to their lightweight and corrosion resistance properties. Multi-layered aluminum plates are generally joined by rivets forming regions which are prone to fatigue crack ... -
Efficient lithium recovery from simulated brine using a hybrid system: Direct contact membrane distillation (DCMD) and electrically switched ion exchange (ESIX)
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Seawater reverse osmosis (SWRO) brine is a readily available resource hub in many countries, fulfilling the country's freshwater need by SWRO, yet lower in a concentration of high-demand elements like Li. This study outlines ... -
Advancing steel protection with Ceria@Talc-8-hydroxyquinoline modified Polyurethane coatings
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)This research delves into a hybrid framework involving the synthesis of composite particles combining ceria-modified talc (CeO2@Talc) through a chemical precipitation method. The hybrid particles were then loaded with ... -
Harnessing plastic waste for sustainable membrane filtration with trimodal structure through acid-catalyzed oxidation
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Polyolefin waste is among the most generated yet least recycled. Despite its potential as a feedstock of superhydrophobic membranes for organic solvent filtration, it remains a challenge to achieve high selectivity and ... -
Acoustic Source Localization in Composite Plates using sideband peak count – Index Technique
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)In this study the Non-Linear Ultrasonic Sideband Peak Count-Index (SPC-I) technique is used as the foundation for anovel approach towards acoustic source localization (ASL) in orthotropic composite plates. The SPC-I based ... -
PFOA remediation from kaolinite soil by electrokinetic process coupled with activated carbon/iron coated activated carbon - permeable reactive barrier
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)This study applied electrokinetic (EK) in situ soil remediation for perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) removal from kaolinite soil. The kaolinite soil was spiked with 10 mg/kg PFOA for the EK treatment using Sodium Cholate ... -
Durability of externally strengthened concrete prisms with CFRP laminates and galvanized steel mesh attached with epoxy adhesives and mortar
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)The long-term bond degradation and strength retention of flexural bond prisms strengthened with carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) composite and galvanized steel mesh (GSM) systems, bonded to concrete using epoxy ... -
Enhanced photo-electro catalytic CO2 conversion using transition metal doped TiO2 nanoparticles
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)The Fe, Co, and Ni-doped TiO2 were synthesised by sol–gel process, and the nanomaterials were coated on electrodes through a slurry with Nafion. This study aims to use prepared nanoparticles of Fe, Co, and Ni-doped TiO2 ... -
Numerical modeling with experimental verification investigating the effect of various nonlinearities on the sideband peak count-index technique
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)A newly developed nonlinear ultrasonic (NLU) technique called sideband band peak count-index (or SPC-I) measures the degree of nonlinearity in materials by counting the sideband peaks above a moving threshold line – larger ... -
Bioinspired synthesis of calcium magnesium aluminate nanoparticles using aloe vera extract: A promising material for electrochemical sensors, antibacterial and environmental remediation applications
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Aloe vera (Aloe barbadensis miller) leaf extract was used in green fuel-assisted microwave synthesis to prepare Calcium Magnesium Aluminate (CMA). The synthesized CMA was characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD), Fourier ... -
Silane functionalization of titania-graphene oxide nanocomposite for superior anticorrosion polyurethane coatings on steel
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)This research investigated the enhancement of anti-corrosion properties in polyurethane (PU) coatings on steel substrates through the Silane (N-(2-Aminoethyl)-3-aminopropyltrimethoxysilane) functionalization of Graphene ... -
Utilization of carbon dioxide using electrochemical reduction: A review
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)This article explores the electro-chemical Carbon dioxide Reduction Cell (eCO2RC), delving into fundamental principles, methods, applications, and the latest approaches for converting CO2 emissions into valuable products. ... -
TiO2-Mesoporous Ceria Carrier Modified with Sodium Benzoate: An Innovative Polyurethane Matrix for Enhanced Corrosion Protection of steel
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)An advanced corrosion protection system, distinguished by multilevel corrosion inhibition, was developed by integrating modified hybrid carriers strategically reinforced within a polyurethane (PU) matrix. For this purpose, ... -
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 ... -
Transforming polypropylene waste into transparent anti-corrosion weather-resistant and anti-bacterial superhydrophobic films
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)The global pollution crisis arising from the accumulation of plastic in landfills and the environment necessitates addressing plastic waste issues. Notably, polypropylene (PP) waste accounts for 20% of total plastic waste ...