Center for Advanced Materials: Recent submissions
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An Enhancement of Compositional Stability of Phase Change Materials by Lamination with Aluminum Sheet
( MDPI , 2023 , Article)The wax leakage from shape-stabilized phase change materials (SSPCMs) is a limitation because it reduces their functionality. In this work, an enhancement of the compositional stability of SSPCMs formed by high-density ... -
The separation of oil/water mixtures by modified melamine and polyurethane foams: A review
( MDPI , 2021 , Article Review)Melamine (MA) and polyurethane (PU) foams, including both commercial sponges for daily use as well as newly synthesized foams are known for their high sorption ability of both polar and unipolar liquids. From this reason, ... -
Investigation into mechanical, surface and adhesive properties of date palm wood-polyolefin micro composites
( Technical University in Zvolen , 2020 , Article)Wood-plastic composites are composite materials made of wood fibre or other lignocellulosic materials and thermoplastic(s). Date palms are one of the potential replacements of insufficient timber sources in the Middle ... -
Alginate-halloysite nanocomposite aerogel: Preparation, structure, and oil/water separation applications
( MDPI AG , 2020 , Article)Environmental remediation using green approaches for addressing various pollution-related issues, especially water pollution, is in high demand. Here, we designed an environmentally friendly, low-cost, and stable sodium ... -
Sustainability assessment and techno-economic analysis of thermally enhanced polymer tube for multi-effect distillation (Med) technology
( MDPI AG , 2021 , Article)Metal-alloys tubes are used in the falling-film evaporator of the multi-effect distillation (MED) that is the dominant and efficient thermal seawater desalination process. However, the harsh seawater environment (high ... -
Enhancement of adhesion characteristics of low-density polyethylene using atmospheric plasma initiated-grafting of polyethylene glycol
( MDPI AG , 2021 , Article)The low-density polyethylene/aluminum (LDPE/Al) joint in Tetra Pak provides stability and strength to food packaging, ensures protection against outside moisture, and maintains the nutritional values and flavors of food ... -
Thermally conductive polyethylene/expanded graphite composites as heat transfer surface: Mechanical, thermo-physical and surface behavior
( MDPI AG , 2020 , Article)Composites of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) and expanded graphite (EG) are prepared for heat exchangers in multi-effect distillation (MED) desalination. At 50 wt.% EG loading, the thermal conductivity of HDPE was increased ... -
Impact of ionic liquids on the processing and photo-actuation behavior of SBR composites containing graphene nanoplatelets
( Elsevier , 2021 , Article)The effects of butylpyridinium bromide-based ionic liquids (ILs) on the vulcanization kinetics, mechanical properties and photo-actuation ability of styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR) composites filled with graphene nanoplatelets ... -
Purification of emulsified oily polluted waters with modified melamine foams
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)Oil and gas industry operations produce tremendous amounts of wastewater (produced water; PW). Tertiary treatment of the PW in the final treatment stage is challenging due to the presence of colloids with sizes < 500 nm ... -
Modified os sepiae of Sepiella inermis as a low cost, sustainable, bio-based adsorbent for the effective remediation of boron from aqueous solution
( Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH , 2022 , Article)The occurrence of boron in low concentration is essential; however, a higher concentration of boron source in water has a toxic effect on humans as well as have retard effect on agricultural plant growth. Thus, the affordable ... -
Evaluation of photothermal conversion performance of shape-stabilized phase change materials using a heat flux evolution curve
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)Phase change materials are promising alternatives for solar energy harvesting by photothermal conversion and thermal energy storage. In this work, a shape-stabilized phase change material (PCM) was prepared by hot-melt ... -
Perfluoroctylsilane grafted Ti3C2X-based hydrogel liquid marble for controlled movement, self-assembly, light-induced release, and water evaporation system
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)In this study, a stable and highly hydrophobic perfluoroctylsilane grafted Ti3C2X (PFMXene) possessing repeatable and stable photothermal behavior was applied for fabrication of liquid marble (LM) and hydrogel-based LM. ... -
A novel alternative to free oil remediation and recovery: Foamy absorbents designed from low molecular paraffinic waste
( Elsevier , 2022 , Article)This study focuses on preparing porous, hydrophobic, and oleophilic hydrocarbon-based foams applicable for removing free oils from water surfaces. Paraffinic waste material generated during industrial production of low-density ... -
Polymers in optics
( Elsevier , 2020 , Book chapter)The unique and tunable properties of polymers open up the possibilities for using these materials in numerous applications. Among various peculiar features, the optical properties of polymers and their novel composites, ... -
Quantifying and reducing concentration polarization in reverse osmosis systems
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article Review)Reverse osmosis (RO) is an efficient water purification technique because of its high selectivity and permeability. During RO operation, rejection of solutes at the membrane surface leads to generation of a concentration ... -
Synthesis and photoelectrochemical performance of Co doped SrTiO3 nanostructures photoanode
( Wiley , 2023 , Article)It is pertinent to realize that scientific research indicates that the most promising method for producing H2 is photo electrochemical water splitting through a photo anode. Cobalt-doped SrTiO3 (Co-SrTiO3) composite ... -
Role of Graphene Oxide in Bacterial Cellulose−Gelatin Hydrogels for Wound Dressing Applications
( American Chemical Society , 2022 , Article)Biopolymer-based hydrogels have several advantages, including robust mechanical, high biocompatibility, and excellent properties. These hydrogels can be ideal wound dressing materials and advantageous to repair and regenerate ... -
Polymer Science and Innovative Applications: Materials, Techniques, and Future Developments
( Elsevier , 2020 , Book)Polymer Science and Innovative Applications: Materials, Techniques, and Future Developments introduces the science of innovative polymers and composites, their analysis via experimental techniques and simulation, and their ... -
Polymer-metal oxide composite nanofibers
( Elsevier , 2021 , Book chapter)Extensive studies have been conducted on different kinds of polymers, their composites, and multifunctionalities, depending on their structural features. Metal oxides and their polymer nanocomposites offer technological ... -
MXenes and their composites for energy harvesting applications
( Elsevier , 2021 , Book chapter)Ever-growing energy consumption, increasing demand for smart electronics, and limited fossil fuels have led researchers to seek new energy harvesting technologies that might be ultimate solutions for low-voltage and low-power ...