scholarly journals WO3 Fibers/g-C3N4 Z-Scheme Heterostructure Photocatalysts for Simultaneous Oxidation/Reduction of Phenol/Cr (VI) in Aquatic Media

Catalysts ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (7) ◽  
pp. 792
Author(s):  
Feidias Bairamis ◽  
Ioannis Konstantinou
Keyword(s):  
Binary Systems ◽  
Energy Levels ◽  
Light Illumination ◽  
Diffuse Reflection Spectroscopy ◽  
Energy Applications ◽  
Simulated Solar Light ◽  
Surface Areas ◽  
Simultaneous Oxidation ◽  
Improved Performance ◽  
Single And Binary Systems

A sequence of WO3/g-C3N4 composites was synthesized at various % weight ratios (1, 5, 6.5, 8, 10, and 15%) of WO3 into g-C3N4 via electrospinning and wet-mixing method. The prepared photocatalytic materials were characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD), Fourier transform-infrared (FT-IR) spectroscopy, UV–vis diffuse reflection spectroscopy (DRS), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), N2 porosimetry and dynamic light scattering (DLS). Electrospun fibers of WO3 with diameter 250–300 nm was prepared using polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) polymer and used for the synthesis of composite WO3/g-C3N4 heterojunction structures. Results showed mesoporous materials with triclinic WO3 crystal phase, surface areas up to 67.7 m2g−1 and band gaps lower than 2.5 eV confirming the absorption to visible light region. The photocatalytic performance of the prepared photocatalysts were assessed towards the oxidation of phenol and reduction of Cr (VI), in single and binary systems using simulated solar light illumination, that followed first-order kinetics. The WO3/g-C3N4 composites were found to exhibit improved photocatalytic performances compared to the pure WO3 and g-C3N4 with 6.5 wt% WO3/g-C3N4 and 5 wt% WO3/g-C3N4 composites being the most efficient catalysts for the oxidation of phenolics and reduction of Cr (VI), respectively. The improved performance was explained by a Z-scheme photocatalytic mechanism which was proposed based on scavenging experiments and the determination of the corresponding energy levels of valence and conduction bands. The study demonstrated that such composites present interesting photocatalytic properties that can be further expanded to other environmental depollution applications as well as in energy applications.

scholarly journals g-C3N4/MoS2 Heterojunction for Photocatalytic Removal of Phenol and Cr(VI)

Photochem ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (3) ◽  
pp. 358-370
Author(s):  
Ilaeira Rapti ◽  
Feidias Bairamis ◽  
Ioannis Konstantinou
Keyword(s):  
Composite Materials ◽  
Binary Systems ◽  
Wide Band ◽  
Solar Light ◽  
Diffuse Reflection Spectroscopy ◽  
Simulated Solar Light ◽  
Surface Areas ◽  
Loading Ratio ◽  
Single And Binary Systems ◽  
Catalytic Cycles

In this study, molybdenum disulfide (MoS2) decorated on graphitic carbon nitride (g-C3N4) heterostructure catalysts at various weight ratios (0.5%, 1%, 3%, 10%, w/w) were successfully prepared via a two-step hydrothermal synthesis preparation method. The properties of the synthesized materials were studied by X-ray diffraction (XRD), attenuated total reflectance–Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (ATR-FT-IR), UV–Vis diffuse reflection spectroscopy (DRS), scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and N2 porosimetry. MoS2 was successfully loaded on the g-C3N4 forming heterojunction composite materials. N2 porosimetry results showed mesoporous materials, with surface areas up to 93.7 m2g−1, while determined band gaps ranging between 1.31 and 2.66 eV showed absorption over a wide band of solar light. The photocatalytic performance was evaluated towards phenol oxidation and of Cr (VI) reduction in single and binary systems under simulated sunlight irradiation. The optimum mass loading ratio of MoS2 in g-C3N4 was 1%, showing higher photocatalytic activity under simulated solar light in comparison with bare g-C3N4 and MoS2 for both oxidation and reduction processes. Based on scavenging experiments a type-II photocatalytic mechanism is proposed. Finally, the catalysts presented satisfactory stability (7.8% loss) within three catalytic cycles. Such composite materials can receive further applications as well as energy conversion.

scholarly journals Titanium Nitride Nanodonuts Synthesized from Natural Ilmenite Ore as a Novel and Efficient Thermoplasmonic Material

Nanomaterials ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 76
Author(s):  
Thanh-Lieu Thi Le ◽  
Lam Tan Nguyen ◽  
Hoai-Hue Nguyen ◽  
Nguyen Van Nghia ◽  
Nguyen Minh Vuong ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Titanium Nitride ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Visible Region ◽  
Resonance Absorption ◽  
Solar Light ◽  
Localized Surface Plasmon ◽  
Water Evaporation ◽  
Energy Applications ◽  
Simulated Solar Light ◽  
New Class

Nanostructures of titanium nitride (TiN) have recently been considered as a new class of plasmonic materials that have been utilized in many solar energy applications. This work presents the synthesis of a novel nanostructure of TiN that has a nanodonut shape from natural ilmenite ore using a low-cost and bulk method. The TiN nanodonuts exhibit strong and spectrally broad localized surface plasmon resonance absorption in the visible region centered at 560 nm, which is well suited for thermoplasmonic applications as a nanoscale heat source. The heat generation is investigated by water evaporation experiments under simulated solar light, demonstrating excellent solar light harvesting performance of the nanodonut structure.

scholarly journals Optical investigations and photoactive solar energy applications of new synthesized Schiff base liquid crystal derivatives

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Fowzia S. Alamro ◽  
Sobhi M. Gomha ◽  
Mohamed Shaban ◽  
Abeer S. Altowyan ◽  
Tariq Z. Abolibda ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Solar Energy ◽  
Liquid Crystalline ◽  
Molecular Structures ◽  
Light Illumination ◽  
Electrical Measurements ◽  
Scanning Calorimetry ◽  
Energy Applications ◽  
Meta Position ◽  
Chain Group ◽  
Liquid Crystalline Materials

AbstractNew homologues series of liquid crystalline materials namely, (E)-3-methoxy-4-[(p-tolylimino)methyl]phenyl 4-alkloxybenzoates (I-n), were designed and evaluated for their mesomorphic and optical behavior. The prepared series constitutes three members that differ from each other by the terminally attached alkoxy chain group, these vary between 6 and 12 carbons. A laterally OCH3 group is incorporated into the central benzene ring in meta position with respect to the ester moiety. Mesomorphic characterizations of the prepared derivatives are conducted using differential scanning-calorimetry (DSC), polarized optical-microscopy (POM). Molecular structures were elucidated by elemental analyses and NMR spectroscopy. DSC and POM investigations revealed that all the synthesized derivatives are purely nematogenic exhibiting only nematic (N) mesophase, except for the longest chain derivative (I-12) that is dimorphic possesses smectic A and N phases. Moreover, all members of the group have a wide mesomorphic range with high thermal nematic stability. A comparative study was established between the present derivative (I-6) and their previously prepared isomer. The results indicated that the location exchange of the polar compact group (CH3) influences the N mesophase stability and range. The electrical measurements revealed that all synthesized series I-n show Ohmic behaviors with effective electric resistances in the GΩ range. Under white light illumination, the effective electric conductivity for the compound I-8 is five times that obtained in dark conditions. This derivative also showed two direct optical band gaps in the UV and visible light range. In addition, I-6 has band energy gaps of values 1.07 and 2.79 eV, which are suitable for solar energy applications.

Sorption of diethyl phthalate and cadmium by pig carcass and green waste-derived biochars under single and binary systems

2021 ◽  
Vol 193 ◽  
pp. 110594
Author(s):  
Hanbo Chen ◽  
Peng Qin ◽  
Xing Yang ◽  
Amit Bhatnagar ◽  
Sabry M. Shaheen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Binary Systems ◽  
Diethyl Phthalate ◽  
Green Waste ◽  
Single And Binary Systems

Relevance of Chemically Functionalized Nano-Fillers and Modified Nanocomposite in Energy Systems

2019 ◽  
pp. 10-65 ◽  
Author(s):  
Damilola Elizabeth Babatunde ◽  
Iheanacho Henry Denwigwe ◽  
Olubayo Moses Babatunde ◽  
Oluranti Agboola ◽  
Gbemisola Deborah Akinsipe
Keyword(s):  
Energy Efficiency ◽  
Energy Storage ◽  
Energy Saving ◽  
Alternative Energy ◽  
Energy Systems ◽  
Review Article ◽  
Polymeric Matrices ◽  
Energy Applications ◽  
Improved Performance

Reliable energy systems and advances in nanotechnology together will play key role in channeling future cutting edge inventions and developments in all spheres. In this review article, the pertinence of functionalizing nanofillers and modifying nanocomposites for improved performance in various energy applications such as energy conversion, energy efficiency, energy storage, alternative energy and energy saving are expounded. This article also presents structures and unique properties of commonly used nanofillers; advances, improvement potentials and characterization of nanocomposites used in energy systems. Theoretical and experimental literature reviewed revealed that nanofillers engender improved properties in polymeric matrices. Functionalization is applicable to all types of nanofillers in use today, a number of functionalized nanofillers are already commercially available; and more extensive research is needed to achieve optimal improved results with the use of nanofillers and nanocomposites in various fields of applications.

Relevance of Chemically Functionalized Nano-Fillers and Modified Nanocomposite in Energy Systems

2021 ◽  
pp. 1854-1909
Author(s):  
Damilola Elizabeth Babatunde ◽  
Iheanacho Henry Denwigwe ◽  
Olubayo Moses Babatunde ◽  
Oluranti Agboola ◽  
Gbemisola Deborah Akinsipe
Keyword(s):  
Energy Efficiency ◽  
Energy Storage ◽  
Energy Saving ◽  
Alternative Energy ◽  
Energy Systems ◽  
Review Article ◽  
Polymeric Matrices ◽  
Energy Applications ◽  
Improved Performance

Reliable energy systems and advances in nanotechnology together will play key role in channeling future cutting edge inventions and developments in all spheres. In this review article, the pertinence of functionalizing nanofillers and modifying nanocomposites for improved performance in various energy applications such as energy conversion, energy efficiency, energy storage, alternative energy and energy saving are expounded. This article also presents structures and unique properties of commonly used nanofillers; advances, improvement potentials and characterization of nanocomposites used in energy systems. Theoretical and experimental literature reviewed revealed that nanofillers engender improved properties in polymeric matrices. Functionalization is applicable to all types of nanofillers in use today, a number of functionalized nanofillers are already commercially available; and more extensive research is needed to achieve optimal improved results with the use of nanofillers and nanocomposites in various fields of applications.

scholarly journals Butterfly wing architectures inspire sensor and energy applications

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maurice I Osotsi ◽  
Wang Zhang ◽  
Imran Zada ◽  
Jiajun Gu ◽  
Qinglei Liu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Environmental Remediation ◽  
Light Trapping ◽  
Functional Materials ◽  
Butterfly Wing ◽  
Energy Materials ◽  
Energy Applications ◽  
Wing Scale ◽  
Improved Performance ◽  
And Performance ◽  
External Stimuli

Abstract Natural biological systems are constantly developing efficient mechanisms to counter adverse effects of increasing human population and depleting energy resources. Their intelligent mechanisms are characterized by the ability to detect changes in the environment, store and evaluate information, and respond to external stimuli. Bio-inspired replication into man-made functional materials guarantees enhancement of characteristics and performance. Specifically, butterfly architectures have inspired the fabrication of sensor and energy materials by replicating their unique micro/nanostructures, light-trapping mechanisms and selective responses to external stimuli. These bio-inspired sensor and energy materials have shown improved performance in harnessing renewable energy, environmental remediation and health monitoring. Therefore, this review highlights recent progress reported on the classification of butterfly wing scale architectures and explores several bio-inspired sensor and energy applications.

scholarly journals Adsorption of Phenol and Methylene Blue in Solution by Oil Palm Shell Activated Carbon Prepared by Chemical Activation

2018 ◽  
Vol 34 (4) ◽  
pp. 2043-2050 ◽  
Author(s):  
Buhani Buhani ◽  
Megafhit Puspitarini ◽  
Rahmawaty Rahmawaty ◽  
Suharso Suharso ◽  
Mita Rilyanti ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Methylene Blue ◽  
Oil Palm ◽  
Binary Systems ◽  
Chemical Activation ◽  
Palm Shell ◽  
Oil Palm Shell ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Single And Binary Systems ◽  
Paired Condition ◽  
Mb Adsorption

In this research, it has been performed carbon activation of oil palm shells (CAC) prepared by chemical treatment as adsorbents of phenol and methylene blue (MB) in solution either in the form of single or in pair solution. The activation of carbon from the oil palm shells was done physically at a temperature of 700°C for 1 hour continued with chemical activation using 10% H3PO4 for 24 hours. Identification of functional groups on the carbon from oil palm shell before and after chemically activated was performed using infrared spectrophotometer (IR) and analysis of its surface morphology was carried out using scanning electron microscope (SEM). The phenol and MB adsorption process was performed in single and binary systems using the batch method. The adsorption of phenol on CAC is optimum at pH 8 while MB at pH 11 with optimum contact time of 90 min for phenol and 120 min for MB respectively. The phenol and MB adsorption data on the CAC in the single system follow the pseudo-second-order kinetics model with the adsorption rate constant of 0.399 and 0.769 g mmol-1 min-1 respectively. The adsorption isotherms of phenol and MB in CAC tend to follow Freundlich adsorption isotherm pattern with the adsorption intensity factor (n) for phenol, MB, phenol/MB, and MB/phenol: 1.739, 1.341, 1.334, and 1.293 respectively. The adsorbent of CAC is effective to remove phenol and MB in solution, either in single or paired condition.

Removal of phosphate and aluminum from water in single and binary systems using iron-modified carbons

2020 ◽  
pp. 114586
Author(s):  
Lorena Delgadillo-Velasco ◽  
Virginia Hernández-Montoya ◽  
Luis A. Ramírez-Montoya ◽  
Miguel A. Montes-Morán ◽  
Ma. del Rosario Moreno-Virgen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Binary Systems ◽  
Single And Binary Systems
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