scholarly journals Influence of Structural, Thermoelectric Power and Catalytic Efficiency of Nd-Doped Mn3O4

2019 ◽  
Vol 32 (1) ◽  
pp. 147-152
Author(s):  
V.T. Geetha ◽  
G. Puthilibai ◽  
S. Induja
Keyword(s):  
Particle Size ◽  
Saturation Magnetization ◽  
Crystallite Size ◽  
Thermoelectric Power ◽  
Catalytic Efficiency ◽  
Reflectance Spectroscopy ◽  
Reducing Agent ◽  
Morphological Properties ◽  
Uniform Size ◽  
Hexagonal Shape

Hexagonal shape Nd doped Mn3O4 samples were prepared via microwave route using urea as reducing agent. Nd doped Mn3O4 magnetic, structural, optical and morphological properties of the synthesized hexagonal like particles were examined by diffused reflectance spectroscopy (DRS) and photoluminescence (PL), XRD, SEM, TEM and vibrating sample measurements (VSM) studies. Morphological results showed the hexagonal shape morphology and uniform size dispersal. The crystallite size and the particle size calculated and the TEM monographs designate the correlation of the data obtained from both measurements. It could be noted that saturation magnetization (Ms) and remanence (Mr) values reduce by maximizing neodymium replacement.

Microstructural characterization of laser-melted/roller-quenched dicalcium silicate

1988 ◽  
Vol 46 ◽  
pp. 582-583
Author(s):  
C. J. Chan ◽  
K. R. Venkatachari ◽  
W. M. Kriven ◽  
J. F. Young
Keyword(s):  
Particle Size ◽  
Raw Materials ◽  
Shape Change ◽  
Microstructural Characterization ◽  
Particle Size Effect ◽  
Dicalcium Silicate ◽  
Laser Melting ◽  
Uniform Size ◽  
Cell Shape Change ◽  
Wide Range

Dicalcium silicate (Ca2SiO4) is a major component of Portland cement. It has also been investigated as a potential transformation toughener alternative to zirconia. It has five polymorphs: α, α'H, α'L, β and γ. Of interest is the β-to-γ transformation on cooling at about 490°C. This transformation, accompanied by a 12% volume increase and a 4.6° unit cell shape change, is analogous to the tetragonal-to-monoclinic transformation in zirconia. Due to the processing methods used, previous studies into the particle size effect were limited by a wide range of particle size distribution. In an attempt to obtain a more uniform size, a fast quench rate involving a laser-melting/roller-quenching technique was investigated.The laser-melting/roller-quenching experiment used precompacted bars of stoichiometric γ-Ca2SiO4 powder, which were synthesized from AR grade CaCO3 and SiO2xH2O. The raw materials were mixed by conventional ceramic processing techniques, and sintered at 1450°C. The dusted γ-Ca2SiO4 powder was uniaxially pressed into 0.4 cm x 0.4 cm x 4 cm bars under 34 MPa and cold isostatically pressed under 172 MPa. The γ-Ca2SiO4 bars were melted by a 10 KW-CO2 laser.

Probing the Effect of High Energy Ball Milling on the Structure and Properties of LiNi1/3Mn1/3Co1/3O2 Cathodes for Li-Ion Batteries

2016 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Malcolm Stein ◽  
Chien-Fan Chen ◽  
Matthew Mullings ◽  
David Jaime ◽  
Audrey Zaleski ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Particle Size ◽  
Electrochemical Performance ◽  
Crystallite Size ◽  
Ball Milling ◽  
Lithium Ion ◽  
High Energy ◽  
Li Ion Batteries ◽  
Structure And Properties ◽  
Transfer Resistance ◽  
Li Ion

Particle size plays an important role in the electrochemical performance of cathodes for lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries. High energy planetary ball milling of LiNi1/3Mn1/3Co1/3O2 (NMC) cathode materials was investigated as a route to reduce the particle size and improve the electrochemical performance. The effect of ball milling times, milling speeds, and composition on the structure and properties of NMC cathodes was determined. X-ray diffraction analysis showed that ball milling decreased primary particle (crystallite) size by up to 29%, and the crystallite size was correlated with the milling time and milling speed. Using relatively mild milling conditions that provided an intermediate crystallite size, cathodes with higher capacities, improved rate capabilities, and improved capacity retention were obtained within 14 μm-thick electrode configurations. High milling speeds and long milling times not only resulted in smaller crystallite sizes but also lowered electrochemical performance. Beyond reduction in crystallite size, ball milling was found to increase the interfacial charge transfer resistance, lower the electrical conductivity, and produce aggregates that influenced performance. Computations support that electrolyte diffusivity within the cathode and film thickness play a significant role in the electrode performance. This study shows that cathodes with improved performance are obtained through use of mild ball milling conditions and appropriately designed electrodes that optimize the multiple transport phenomena involved in electrochemical charge storage materials.

scholarly journals Blend of natural waxes as a matrix for aroma encapsulation

2017 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 103-111
Author(s):  
Jelena Milanovic ◽  
Gordana Ilic-Sevic ◽  
Marijana Gavrilovic ◽  
Milutin Milosavljevic ◽  
Branko Bugarski
Keyword(s):  
Particle Size ◽  
Particle Size Distribution ◽  
Size Distribution ◽  
Elevated Temperatures ◽  
Thermal Characteristics ◽  
Feed Additives ◽  
Morphological Properties ◽  
Particle Size Range ◽  
Carnauba Wax ◽  
Potential Applications

In this study, the possibility of using a blend of natural waxes (bees and carnauba) for encapsulation of some aroma compounds was investigated. Melt dispersion/melt solidification technique was applied for microbeads production. Since one of the most important characteristics of the particles are the size and shape, particle size distribution as well as morphological properties are tested. Thermal characteristics are also examined as significant properties for thermal behavior at elevated temperatures, important for application of encapsulated particles in food production processes. Different contents of the carnauba wax in the mixture with beeswax are investigated, from 10% to 50% (w/w). Since one of the potential applications of the encapsulated aroma is in feed additives production, the targeted particle size range was under 300 ?m to be suitable for handling and mixing with other powder substances. According to the obtained results, a higher carnauba wax content in the wax blend had an impact on particle size distribution. Also, it had an impact on the surface morphology and thermal properties. The obtained results may contribute to the development of methods of encapsulation of hydrophobic aromas in the natural wax matrix.

scholarly journals LOW-TEMPERATURE SYNTHESIS OF SUPERPARAMAGNETIC Zn0.8Ni0.2Fe2O4 FERRITE NANOPARTICLES

2018 ◽  
Vol 56 (1) ◽  
pp. 31
Author(s):  
Luong Thi Quynh Anh ◽  
Nguyen Van Dan ◽  
Do Minh Nghiep
Keyword(s):  
Particle Size ◽  
Magnetic Properties ◽  
Oleic Acid ◽  
Low Temperature ◽  
Coercive Force ◽  
Saturation Magnetization ◽  
Ferrite Nanoparticles ◽  
Low Temperature Synthesis ◽  
Temperature Synthesis ◽  
Co Precipitation

The crystalline nanoparticles of Ni0.2Zn0.8Fe2O4 ferrite were synthesized by chemical co-precipitation with precursor concentration of 0.1M, then modified by 0.25M solution of oleic acid in pentanol, finally heated at temperatures 120, 140, 160 and 180oC for 6h in autoclave. The XRD, EDS and TEM confirmed that all of samples are crystalline and their particle size are 6, 6.5, 7 and 8 nm. The magnetic properties showed that the coercive force, the remanence of samples are about zero, the saturation magnetization Ms has values from 14.20 to 27.12 emu/g.

scholarly journals Preparation of RGO/TiO2/Ag Aerogel and Its Photodegradation Performance in Gas Phase Formaldehyde

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Haiwang Wang ◽  
Guanqi Wang ◽  
Yukai Zhang ◽  
Yuan Ma ◽  
Zhengjie Wu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Particle Size ◽  
Gas Phase ◽  
Degradation Rate ◽  
Catalytic Efficiency ◽  
Formaldehyde Solution ◽  
Degradation Behavior ◽  
Photocatalytic Effect ◽  
Utilization Ratio ◽  
20 Nm ◽  
Degradation Effect

Abstract To increase the utilization ratio and catalytic efficiency of the nano TiO2, The RGO/TiO2/(Ag) powders and RGO/TiO2/Ag aerogel photocatalyst were designed and prepared. The composition and microstructure of RGO/TiO2/(Ag) powders and RGO/TiO2/Ag aerogel were studied, in addition, the photocatalytic activity of RGO/TiO2/(Ag) powders and RGO/TiO2/Ag aerogel was researched by the photocatalytic degradation behavior of formaldehyde solution and formaldehyde gas respectively. The result indicate that TiO2 is uniformly loaded on the surface of RGO with a particle size of 10 nm to 20 nm. When the amount of graphene oxide added is 1 wt%, RGO/TiO2 powder has the highest degradation effect on formaldehyde solution, in addition, the introduction of Ag can greatly improve the photocatalytic effect of the sample. The results also show that the pore size of RGO/TiO2/Ag aerogel is between 7.6 nm and 12.1 nm, and the degradation rate of formaldehyde gas is 77.08% within 2 hours.

Influence of Fuel in the Synthesis of ZnAl2O4 Catalytic Supports by Combustion Reaction

2010 ◽  
Vol 660-661 ◽  
pp. 52-57 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kaline Melo de Souto Viana ◽  
Bruno Brito Dantas ◽  
N.A.S. Nogueira ◽  
J.M. Sasaki ◽  
Normanda Lino de Freitas ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Particle Size ◽  
Particle Size Distribution ◽  
Crystallite Size ◽  
Size Distribution ◽  
Spinel Structure ◽  
Morphological Characteristics ◽  
Combustion Reaction ◽  
Nanosized Particles ◽  
Catalytic Supports ◽  
Stoichiometric Proportion

The aim of this work is to evaluate the influence of fuel in the synthesis of ZnAl2O4 catalytic supports by combustion reaction. For this, it was used the fuels: urea, carbohidrazide, glycine and aniline. The total amount of reagents was calculated according to the theory of propellants and explosive using urea in the stoichiometric proportion (Φe = 1). The structural and morphological characteristics of the powders were evaluated by XRD, FTIR, TEM, SEM and particle size distribution. The results from XRD showed the formation of the normal cubic spinel structure. The powders presented nanosized particles with narrow agglomerates size distribution. The powders prepared with urea showed better value of surface area and smaller crystallite size.

Plasmonic Effects, Size and Biological Activity Relationship of Au-Ag Alloy Nanoparticles

2018 ◽  
Vol 54 ◽  
pp. 98-111 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ahson Jabbar Shaikh ◽  
Maria Batool ◽  
Muhammad Arfat Yameen ◽  
Amir Waseem
Keyword(s):  
Biological Activity ◽  
Gradual Increase ◽  
Reducing Agent ◽  
Alloy Nanoparticles ◽  
Ag Nps ◽  
Uniform Size ◽  
Vis Spectroscopy ◽  
Plasmonic Effects ◽  
Lower Temperature ◽  
Relationship Of

The plasmonic effects of Au-Ag alloy nanoparticles, gold nanoparticles (AuNPs), and silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) are studied and compared to their size. Various factors that affect the size of alloy nanoparticles are varied such as concentration and ratio of gold and silver salt, time of addition of reducing agent, temperature and pH. Addition of reducing agent at different time intervals for the synthesis of pure and alloy Au-Ag NPs shows a gradual increase in size, as well as increase in heterogeneity of nanoparticles with delayed addition of reducing agent. Temperature dependent alloy nanoparticles also shows a gradual increase in size with increase in temperature. pH dependent alloy nanoparticles show decrease in size with increase in pH from 4 to 8. Their size is characterized by SEM and corelated with UV-Vis spectroscopy. Furthermore, alloy nanoparticles synthesized by varying temperature are also characterized for their antibacterial studies against Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus strains. Nanoparticles synthesized at high temperature (100°C) have shown higher bioactivity against both organisms due to small and uniform size nanoparticles, while nanoparticles synthesized at lower temperature (50°C) have lower biological activity. Alloy nanoparticles synthesized at 60°C and 70°C are more active against E. coli while those of 80°C and 90°C are more active against S. aureus.

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