scholarly journals Well-Dispersed Nanoscale Zero-Valent Iron Supported in Macroporous Silica Foams: Synthesis, Characterization, and Performance in Cr(VI) Removal

2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 ◽  
pp. 1-13 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chaoxia Zhao ◽  
Jie Yang ◽  
Yihan Wang ◽  
Bo Jiang
Keyword(s):  
Removal Efficiency ◽  
Shell Structure ◽  
Zero Valent Iron ◽  
Core Shell ◽  
Ambient Atmosphere ◽  
Order Kinetic ◽  
Macroporous Silica ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Nanoscale Zero Valent Iron ◽  
Core Shell Structure

Well-dispersed nanoscale zero-valent iron (NZVI) supported inside the pores of macroporous silica foams (MOSF) composites (Mx-NZVI) has been prepared as the Cr(VI) adsorbent by simply impregnating the MOSF matrix with ferric chloride, followed by the chemical reduction with NaHB4 in aqueous solution at ambient atmosphere. Through the support of MOSF, the reactivity and stability of NZVI are greatly improved. Transmission electron microscopy (TEM) results show that NZVI particles are spatially well-dispersed with a typical core-shell structure and supported inside MOSF matrix. The N2 adsorption-desorption isotherms demonstrate that the Mx-NZVI composites can maintain the macroporous structure of MOSF and exhibit a considerable high surface area (503 m2·g−1). X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) and powder X-ray diffraction (XRD) measurements confirm the core-shell structure of iron nanoparticles composed of a metallic Fe0 core and an Fe(II)/Fe(III) species shell. Batch experiments reveal that the removal efficiency of Cr(VI) can reach 100% when the solution contains 15.0 mg·L−1 of Cr(VI) at room temperature. In addition, the solution pH and the composites dosage can affect the removal efficiency of Cr(VI). The Langmuir isotherm is applicable to describe the removal process. The kinetic studies demonstrate that the removal of Cr(VI) is consistent with pseudo-second-order kinetic model.

Preparation of Amorphous Calcium Phosphate/Triclcium Silicate Composite Powders

2009 ◽  
Vol 79-82 ◽  
pp. 1643-1646 ◽  
Author(s):  
Qing Lin ◽  
Yan Bao Li ◽  
Xiang Hui Lan ◽  
Chun Hua Lu ◽  
Zhong Zi Xu
Keyword(s):  
Calcium Phosphate ◽  
Shell Structure ◽  
Amorphous Calcium Phosphate ◽  
Chemical Precipitation ◽  
Precipitation Method ◽  
Core Shell ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Composite Powders ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Core Shell Structure

The amorphous calcium phosphate (ACP)/tricalcium silicate (Ca3SiO5, C3S) composite powders were synthesized in this paper. The exothermal behavior of C3S determined by isothermal conduction calorimetry indicated that the ACP could be synthesis by chemical precipitation method during the induction period (stage II) of C3S. The composite powders were characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS). The results indicated that nanosized ACP particles deposited on the surface of C3S particles to form core-shell structure at pH=10.5, and the nCa/nP of ACP could be controlled between 1.0 and 1.5. The core-shell structure is stable after sintered at 500 oC for 3 h to remove the β-cyclodextrin (β-CD). As compared with the irregular C3S particles (1~5 μm), the composite powders particles are spherical with a diameter of 40~150 μm. Therefore, to obtain the smaller size of composite powders, it is expected to avoid the aggregate of C3S particles in the aqueous solution by addition of dispersant. As compared with C3S, the composite powders may contribute better injectability, strength and biocompatibility.

scholarly journals Core/Shell Structure of TiO2-Coated MWCNTs for Thermal Protection for High-Temperature Processing of Metal Matrix Composites

2018 ◽  
Vol 2018 ◽  
pp. 1-11 ◽  
Author(s):  
Laura Angélica Ardila Rodriguez ◽  
Dilermando Nagle Travessa
Keyword(s):  
Thermal Stability ◽  
Metal Matrix Composites ◽  
Shell Structure ◽  
Metal Matrix ◽  
Thermal Protection ◽  
Oxidation Stability ◽  
Core Shell ◽  
Matrix Composites ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Core Shell Structure

The production of metal matrix composites with elevated mechanical properties depends largely on the reinforcing phase properties. Due to the poor oxidation resistance of multiwalled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) as well as their high reactivity with molten metal, the processing conditions for the production of MWCNT-reinforced metal matrix composites may be an obstacle to their successful use as reinforcement. Coating MWCNTs with a ceramic material that acts as a thermal protection would be an alternative to improve oxidation stability. In this work, MWCNTs previously functionalized were coated with titanium dioxide (TiO2) layers of different thicknesses, producing a core-shell structure. Heat treatments at three different temperatures (500°C, 750°C, and 1000°C) were performed on coated nanotubes in order to form a stable metal oxide structure. The MWCNT/TiO2 hybrids produced were evaluated in terms of thermal stability. Thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), Raman spectroscopy (RS), and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) were performed in order to investigate TiO2-coated MWCNT structure and thermal stability under oxidative atmosphere. It was found that the thermal stability of the TiO2-coated MWCNTs was dependent of the TiO2 layer morphology that in turn depends on the heat treatment temperature.

scholarly journals Eu-Doped Zeolitic Imidazolate Framework-8 Modified Mixed-Crystal TiO2 for Efficient Removal of Basic Fuchsin from Effluent

Materials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (23) ◽  
pp. 7265
Author(s):  
Wanqi Zhang ◽  
Hui Liu ◽  
Zhechen Liu ◽  
Yuhong An ◽  
Yuan Zhong ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Shell Structure ◽  
Mixed Crystal ◽  
Synthesis Method ◽  
Core Shell ◽  
Photocatalytic Efficiency ◽  
Basic Fuchsin ◽  
Zeolitic Imidazolate Framework ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Core Shell Structure

Zeolitic imidazolate framework-8 (ZIF-8) was doped with a rare-earth metal, Eu, using a solvent synthesis method evenly on the surface of a mixed-crystal TiO2(Mc-TiO2) structure in order to produce a core–shell structure composite ZIF-8(Eu)@Mc-TiO2 adsorption photocatalyst with good adsorption and photocatalytic properties. The characterisation of ZIF-8(Eu)@Mc-TiO2 was performed via X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), Brunauer–Emmett–Teller analysis (BET) and ultraviolet–visible light differential reflectance spectroscopy (UV-DRs). The results indicated that Eu-doped ZIF-8 was formed evenly on the Mc-TiO2 surface, a core–shell structure formed and the light-response range was enhanced greatly. The ZIF-8(Eu)@Mc-TiO2 for basic fuchsin was investigated to validate its photocatalytic performance. The effect of the Eu doping amount, basic fuchsin concentration and photocatalyst dosage on the photocatalytic efficiency were investigated. The results revealed that, when 5%-Eu-doped ZIF-8(Eu)@Mc-TiO2 (20 mg) was combined with 30 mg/L basic fuchsin (100 mL) under UV irradiation for 1 h, the photocatalytic efficiency could reach 99%. Further, it exhibited a good recycling performance. Thus, it shows certain advantages in its degradation rate and repeatability compared with previously reported materials. All of these factors suggested that, in an aqueous medium, ZIF-8(Eu)@Mc-TiO2 is an eco-friendly, sustainable and efficient material for the photocatalytic degradation of basic fuchsin.

scholarly journals A Mild and Facile Synthesis of Amino Functionalized CoFe2O4@SiO2 for Hg(II) Removal

Nanomaterials ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (9) ◽  
pp. 673 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xi Wang ◽  
Zhenzong Zhang ◽  
Yuhao Zhao ◽  
Kai Xia ◽  
Yongfu Guo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Shell Structure ◽  
Core Shell ◽  
Order Kinetic ◽  
Preparation Time ◽  
Application Performance ◽  
Operational Conditions ◽  
Monolayer Adsorption ◽  
Pseudo Second Order ◽  
Core Shell Structure ◽  
Key Steps

To avoid the dangerous operational conditions, shorten the preparation time, and improve the adsorption performance of amino-functionalized nanomagnetic materials with a core–shell structure, a magnetic nanocomposite of CoFe2O4@SiO2 was successfully functionalized with amino group (−NH2) through a mild and facile hydrothermal method without the use of any toxic or harmful solvents at a relatively low temperature. The preparation time of the key steps of amino functionalization was shortened from 30 h to about 10 h. The core-shell structure and successful grafting were confirmed by various means. The amino-functionalized CoFe2O4@SiO2 was used for the removal mercury (Hg(II)), a heavy metal, and exhibited excellent magnetic properties and a high Langmuir adsorption capacity of 149.3 mg Hg(II)/g. The adsorption of Hg(II) onto CoFe2O4@SiO2–NH2 followed the pseudo-second-order kinetic equation and Langmuir model. The thermodynamic data showed that the Hg(II) adsorption process was achieved through spontaneous exothermic and monolayer adsorption with electrostatic adsorption and chemisorption. In addition, the as-prepared CoFe2O4@SiO2–NH2 nanoparticles had a good reusable value, good application performance and stability, and can provide a mild and facile way to remove heavy metals from aqueous solution.

A BIO-INSPIRED POLYDOPAMINE APPROACH TO PREPARATION OF GOLD-COATED Fe3O4 CORE–SHELL NANOPARTICLES: SYNTHESIS, CHARACTERIZATION AND MECHANISM

NANO ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 08 (06) ◽  
pp. 1350061 ◽  
Author(s):  
PENG AN ◽  
FANG ZUO ◽  
XINHUA LI ◽  
YUANPENG WU ◽  
JUNHUA ZHANG ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Shell Structure ◽  
Room Temperature ◽  
Core Shell ◽  
Shell Nanoparticles ◽  
Stabilizing Agent ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Core Shell Structure ◽  
Core Shell Nanoparticles

A biomimetic and facile approach for integrating Fe 3 O 4 and Au with polydopamine (PDA) was proposed to construct gold-coated Fe 3 O 4 nanoparticles ( Fe 3 O 4@ Au – PDA ) with a core–shell structure by coupling in situ reduction with a seed-mediated method in aqueous solution at room temperature. The morphology, structure and composition of the core–shell structured Fe 3 O 4@ Au – PDA nanoparticles were characterized by transmission electron microscopy (TEM), X-ray powder diffraction (XRD) and X-ray photoelectron spectrometry (XPS). The formation process of Au shell was assessed using a UV-Vis spectrophotometer. More importantly, according to investigating changes in PDA molecules by Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and in preparation process of the zeta-potential data of nanoparticles, the mechanism of core–shell structure formation was proposed. Firstly, PDA-coated Fe 3 O 4 are obtained using dopamine (DA) self-polymerization to form thin and surface-adherent PDA films onto the surface of a Fe 3 O 4 "core". Then, Au seeds are attached on the surface of PDA-coated Fe 3 O 4 via electrostatic interaction in order to serve as nucleation centers catalyzing the reduction of Au 3+ to Au 0 by the catechol groups in PDA. Accompanied by the deposition of Au , PDA films transfer from the surface of Fe 3 O 4 to that of Au as stabilizing agent. In order to confirm the reasonableness of this mechanism, two verification experiments were conducted. The presence of PDA on the surface of Fe 3 O 4@ Au – PDA nanoparticles was confirmed by the finding that glycine or ethylenediamine could be grafted onto Fe 3 O 4@ Au – PDA nanoparticles through Schiff base reaction. In addition, Fe 3 O 4@ Au – DA nanoparticles, in which DA was substituted for PDA, were prepared using the same method as that for Fe 3 O 4@ Au – PDA nanoparticles and characterized by UV-Vis, TEM and FTIR. The results validated that DA possesses multiple functions of attaching Au seeds as well as acting as both reductant and stabilizing agent, the same functions as those of PDA.

Controlled Synthesis of Core-Shell Structure SiO2 /NaGdF4:Eu3+ Magnetic and Optical Bifunctional Composite

2014 ◽  
Vol 936 ◽  
pp. 359-363
Author(s):  
Yan Li Wu ◽  
Min Liao ◽  
Hai Xin Ding ◽  
Ru Chun Yang ◽  
Dan Dan Xiong ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Magnetic Properties ◽  
Shell Structure ◽  
Photo Luminescence ◽  
Core Shell ◽  
Controlled Synthesis ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
The Core ◽  
Core Shell Structure ◽  
Shell Composite

The SiO2/NaGdF4:Eu3+ core/shell composite was prepared by a template-mediated method, making monodispersed SiO2 as core and NaGdF4:Eu colloids as shell, the morphology and the core-shell structure of the resulting particles were analyzed by SEM,X-ray diffraction, and the photo-luminescence and magnetic properties of the microspheres were investigated too. The results shows the composite have great potential to be used as homogeneous magnetic/optical bifunctional material.

scholarly journals Unraveling the Core–Shell Structure of Ligand-Capped Sn/SnOxNanoparticles by Surface-Enhanced Nuclear Magnetic Resonance, Mössbauer, and X-ray Absorption Spectroscopies

ACS Nano ◽  
2014 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 2639-2648 ◽  
Author(s):  
Loredana Protesescu ◽  
Aaron J. Rossini ◽  
Dominik Kriegner ◽  
Maxence Valla ◽  
Antoine de Kergommeaux ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Nuclear Magnetic Resonance ◽  
Magnetic Resonance ◽  
Shell Structure ◽  
Core Shell ◽  
X Ray ◽  
The Core ◽  
Surface Enhanced ◽  
Core Shell Structure ◽  
X Ray Absorption ◽  
Nuclear Magnetic
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