Browsing Center for Advanced Materials by Type "Article Review"
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Progressive Review of Functional Nanomaterials-Based Polymer Nanocomposites for Efficient EMI Shielding
( MDPI , 2023 , Article Review)Nanomaterials have assumed an imperative part in the advancement of human evolution and are more intertwined in our thinking and application. Contrary to the conventional micron-filled composites, the unique nanofillers ... -
Promising transparent and flexible thermoelectric modules based on p-type CuI thin films—A review
( Elsevier , 2022 , Article Review)The state-of-the-art thermoelectric technology owns a unique capability of direct, noise-free, and efficient conversion of waste heat into valuable electricity. The conventional thermoelectric generators are complex and ... -
Prostate-specific antigen glycoprofiling as diagnostic and prognostic biomarker of prostate cancer
( Royal Society Publishing , 2019 , Article Review)The initial part of this review details the controversy behind the use of a serological level of prostate-specific antigen (PSA) for the diagnostics of prostate cancer (PCa). Novel biomarkers are in demand for PCa diagnostics, ... -
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 ... -
Recent advances in corrosion resistant superhydrophobic coatings
( Walter de Gruyter GmbH , 2018 , Article Review)Extreme water-repellent (superhydrophobic) coatings with water contact angle higher than 150° have caught the attention of corrosion researchers in the last decade as they can be used to protect metals and alloys against ... -
Recent Advances in durability of superhydrophobic self-cleaning technology: A critical review
( Elsevier B.V. , 2020 , Article Review)Self-cleaning concept has achieved significant attention because of their distinct features and inclusive range of probable applications in various fields. Inspired from the lotus effect; the self-cleaning properties showed ... -
Recent advances in electroless-plated Ni-P and its composites for erosion and corrosion applications: a review
( Springer Nature , 2018 , Article Review)The metallic coating of surfaces plays a vital role in the protection of most industrial applications. Coatings can be carried through various routes (e.g., mechanical and electrochemical plating techniques). Electroless ... -
Recent advances in mechanical properties of biopolymer composites: a review
( John Wiley and Sons Inc. , 2020 , Article Review)In recent years, biopolymers are getting wide attention with the perspective of developing high-performance biocomposites with low environmental impact owing to their unique and useful features such as abundant availability, ... -
Recent advances on humic acid removal from wastewater using adsorption process
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article Review)Humic acid (HA) is a component of natural organic matter (NOM) with a high molecular weight and high complexity. The presence of humic acid in water raises serious concerns due to its toxicity and ability to form carcinogenic ... -
Recent developments in air-trapped superhydrophobic and liquid-infused slippery surfaces for anti-icing application
( Elsevier B.V. , 2019 , Article Review)Anti-icing coating is one of the recent hot topics in industrial applications as well as from the academic viewpoint. Icing is one of the major problem on various substrates such as glass windows in buildings as well as ... -
Recent developments in forward osmosis membranes using carbon-based nanomaterials
( Elsevier , 2020 , Article Review)Contamination and industrial development are among the reasons for water quality deterioration beyond treatability by conventional processes. Unfortunately, conventional water and wastewater treatment technologies are not ... -
Recent Progress in WS2 -Based Nanomaterials Employed for Photocatalytic Water Treatment
( MDPI , 2022 , Article Review)Water pollution is one of the most serious environmental issues globally due to its harmful consequences on the ecosystem and public health. Various technologies have been developed for water treatment such as photocatalysis, ... -
A review of bipolar plates materials and graphene coating degradation mechanism in proton exchange membrane fuel cell
( John Wiley and Sons Ltd , 2022 , Article Review)Proton exchange membrane fuel cells (PEMFCs) have the perception to strongly reduce global emissions through an environmentally friendly perspective. Graphene has drawn global attention and has positioned itself as a ... -
Review of strategies toward the development of alloy two-dimensional (2D) transition metal dichalcogenides
( Elsevier Inc. , 2021 , Article Review)Atomically thin two-dimensional (2D) transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDCs) have attracted significant attention owing to their prosperity in material research. The inimitable features of TMDCs triggered the emerging ... -
A review on lithium recovery using electrochemical capturing systems
( Elsevier , 2021 , Article Review)Resource recovery from natural reserves is appealing and Li extraction from different brines is in the forefront. Li extraction by membranes is reviewed in the literature much more than electrochemical processes. However, ... -
Review on PCL, PBS, and PCL/PBS blends containing carbon nanotubes.
( Budapest University of Technology and Economics , 2018 , Article Review)Biodegradable polymers received considerable attention due to their contribution in the reduction of environmental concerns and the realization that global petroleum resources are finite. The development of double crystalline ... -
Self-Healing Silicones for Outdoor High Voltage Insulation: Mechanism, Applications and Measurements
( MDPI , 2022 , Article Review)This paper discusses the state of the art in the application of self-healing silicone-based materials for outdoor high-voltage insulation. Both the dynamic behavior of the dimethyl side groups of silicone rubber and the ... -
Self-repairing composites for corrosion protection: A review on recent strategies and evaluation methods
( MDPI AG , 2019 , Article Review)The use of self-healing coatings to protect metal substrates, such as aluminum alloys, stainless steel, carbon steel, and Mg alloys from corrosion is an important aspect for protecting metals and for the economy. During ... -
Sensors in advancing the capabilities of corrosion detection: A review
( Elsevier B.V. , 2021 , Article Review)Corrosion can cause serious damage, which leads to large economic loss, sometimes combined with environmental pollution, or risk of personnel injuries. Today, corrosion has a far-reaching impact on society and the associated ... -
Smart technologies driven approaches to tackle COVID-19 pandemic: a review
( Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH , 2021 , Article Review)The novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19) is not diminishing without vaccine, but it impinges on human safety and economy can be minimized by adopting smart technology to combat pandemic situation. The implementation of ...