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Recent progress in high-loading single-atom catalysts and their applications
Achieving single-atom dispersion of metal active components remains daunting. Here, we summarized several key synthesis methods and applications of high-loading SACs, hoping to highlight important research areas for future development.
Ind. Chem. Mater., 2023,1, 486-500
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3IM00062A
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Cutting-edge methods for amplifying the oxygen evolution reaction during seawater electrolysis: a brief synopsis
Three approaches for enhancing OER activity and selectivity for hydrogen production in seawater electrolysis.
Ind. Chem. Mater., 2023,1, 475-485
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3IM00071K
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Understanding the charging of supercapacitors by electrochemical quartz crystal microbalance
Supercapacitors are highly valued energy storage devices and it's crucial to understand their charging mechanism. We present a comprehensive discussion on the applications of EQCM in the supercapacitor community.
Ind. Chem. Mater., 2023,1, 175-187
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2IM00038E
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Design of functional binders for high-specific-energy lithium-ion batteries: from molecular structure to electrode properties
This review systematically summarizes the research progress of functional binders in lithium-ion batteries and elucidates the main functions of advanced binders to deal with the challenges of high-specific-energy electrodes.
Ind. Chem. Mater., 2024,2, 191-225
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3IM00089C
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Overview of CO2 capture and electrolysis technology in molten salts: operational parameters and their effects
Molten salt electrochemical system towards carbon deposition.
Ind. Chem. Mater., 2023,1, 595-617
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3IM00011G
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Electrochemical CO2 reduction with ionic liquids: review and evaluation
Evaluation for electrochemical CO2 reduction to C1 with Ionic liquids.
Ind. Chem. Mater., 2023,1, 410-430
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2IM00055E
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Ionic liquid/poly(ionic liquid)-based electrolytes for lithium batteries
Lithium batteries have received a lot of attention in recent years. This comment reviewed the application of ionic liquid and poly(ionic liquid)-based electrolytes in lithium batteries.
Ind. Chem. Mater., 2023,1, 39-59
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2IM00051B
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Recent progress in non-fused ring electron acceptors for high performance organic solar cells
The recent progress in non-fused ring electron acceptor-based organic solar cells has been reviewed from the perspective of material design strategies.
Ind. Chem. Mater., 2023,1, 60-78
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2IM00037G
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Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy of PEM fuel cells at low hydrogen partial pressures: efficient cell tests for mass production
Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy of PEM fuel cells under varying hydrogen concentrations reveals the origins of the correlation between hydrogen partial pressure and fuel cell performance.
Ind. Chem. Mater., 2024,2, 132-140
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3IM00075C
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Electrochemical recovery of Pt/C electrocatalyst: optimization of the potential range on the leaching process and application to an aged MEA
An optimized potential window for efficient platinum electrodissolution, the first step of a Pt recycling process, is proposed.
Ind. Chem. Mater., 2024,2, 118-131
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3IM00085K
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Synergistic functionalization of poly(p-terphenyl isatin) anion exchange membrane with quaternary ammonium and piperidine cations for fuel cells
Quaternary ammonium cation and piperidine cation cooperate to further improve the performance of the anion exchange membrane.
Ind. Chem. Mater., 2024,2, 141-153
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3IM00077J
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Effect of the calcination temperature on the characteristics of Ni/Fe-oxide electrocatalysts for application in anion exchange membrane electrolysers
Ni–Fe oxides were prepared by the oxalate pathway and heat-treated at three different temperatures. An outstanding performance was achieved in AEMWE by NiFeOx 450-anode-based MEA.
Ind. Chem. Mater., 2023,1, 553-562
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3IM00065F
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Unveiling the particle size effect and surface reactivity of Pt/C nanoparticles for ammonia electrooxidation using in situ infrared spectroscopy
In situ PM-IRRAS provides information about the reaction products of ammonia electrooxidation on the surface of Pt/C nanoparticles and in the bulk of electrolyte.
Ind. Chem. Mater., 2023,1, 542-552
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3IM00063J
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Highly active ZIF-8@CNT composite catalysts as cathode materials for anion exchange membrane fuel cells
This study investigates the oxygen reduction reaction activity of transition-metal-doped ZIF-8 and carbon-nanotube-based composite catalysts in alkaline media and their performance in anion-exchange membrane fuel cells using an Aemion+® 15 μm AEM.
Ind. Chem. Mater., 2023,1, 526-541
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3IM00081H
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The effect of grafted alkyl side chains on the properties of poly(terphenyl piperidinium) based high temperature proton exchange membranes
New high-performance high temperature proton exchange membranes have been developed for fuel cell applications.
Ind. Chem. Mater., 2023,1, 516-525
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3IM00064H
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Does the platinum-loading in proton-exchange membrane fuel cell cathodes influence the durability of the membrane-electrode assembly?
MEAs with various cathode Pt loadings were elaborated and aged using a multiple-stressor accelerated stress test (AST) in a segmented PEMFC.
Ind. Chem. Mater., 2023,1, 501-515
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3IM00059A
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Tunable construction of CuS nanosheets@flower-like ZnCo-layered double hydroxide nanostructures for hybrid supercapacitors
CuS nanosheets@ZnCo-LDH nanoflower nanostructures are synthesized for hybrid supercapacitors.
Ind. Chem. Mater., 2023,1, 443-457
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3IM00027C
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Large-scale direct regeneration of LiFePO4@C based on spray drying
We present a scalable, cost-effective closed-loop regeneration process of spent LiFePO4, including homogenization, spray drying and sintering. The regenerated LiFePO4 exhibits excellent electrochemical properties.
Ind. Chem. Mater., 2023,1, 254-261
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2IM00007E
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Preparation of yolk–shell urchin-like porous Co3O4/NiO@C microspheres with excellent lithium storage performance
Yolk–shell urchin-like porous Co3O4/NiO@C microspheres were synthesized via solvothermal method and annealing treatment. A high reversible capacity of 502.7 mA h g−1 was maintained after 1000 cycles at 5 C, showing the long cycling stability.
Ind. Chem. Mater., 2023,1, 247-253
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2IM00017B