Articles tagged with Porous Materials
Researchers from Southeast University and Nanjing Normal University create supercapacitor technology using plant waste, enabling rapid-charging energy storage at 4.0 volts. The innovative approach combines a custom electrode with a specialized electrolyte to stabilize the system.
Researchers transformed waste into high-performance porous carbon materials for soil and water conservation. The study identified top-performing materials from agricultural wastes, which exhibited high surface areas and favorable pore structures, enhancing adsorption capacity and water retention.
Two types of biochar, rice husk and palm silk, influence water infiltration and leakage in phosphorus-enriched vegetable soils. Biochar slows water movement, reducing phosphorus leaching and improving water retention for crops.
A laboratory study found that adding biochar to living wall substrates improves thermal insulation while retaining moisture more efficiently. Biochar-amended mixes showed lower thermal conductivity and improved moisture retention, reducing irrigation demand and weight when fully saturated.
Researchers developed a synergistic structure-doping regulation strategy for lignin-based carbon aerogels using phytic acid, promoting uniform spherical hierarchical structures and dual phosphorus-sulfur doping. This approach achieves high-performance supercapacitors with superior power density and energy storage capabilities.
A team of researchers has developed a dual-response cellulose–WO3 composite film that can switch tint in seconds and survive 200 cycles. The membrane is made from wood and can be roll-coated on existing paper machines, making it a sustainable alternative to traditional smart glass.
Researchers developed a chitin-based carbon aerogel to stabilize phase change materials and improve their performance for energy applications. The material achieved high thermal storage density, durability, and improved thermal conductivity compared to pure stearic acid.
Researchers have discovered a zero-cost solution to reverse desertification by using food waste nanocellulose extracted from pineapple peels. The material cuts water leakage by 90% and triples phosphate retention, offering a more sustainable alternative to expensive hydrogels.
A joint research team from NIMS and Toyo Tanso has developed a carbon electrode that achieves higher output, longer life and scalability for practical lithium-air batteries. The electrode's hierarchically controlled porous structure results in high-output operation and improved durability.
Scientists have developed computer models to predict the spreading of saltwater in soils, like in southern Australia's Murray–Darling River. This helps manage river water quality while increasing ground salinity.
Researchers developed a novel biochar material with a high specific surface area and micropore volume, achieving a maximum CO2 adsorption capacity of 3.434 millimoles per gram at room temperature. The material's optimal mesopore proportion enabled rapid adsorption kinetics, resolving a long-standing trade-off in biochar design.
Researchers developed an ultra-sensitive hydrogel for human-machine interaction, achieving high-accuracy collaboration in remote surgical operations and virtual reality. The AirCell Hydrogel boasts a smooth surface and porous interior structure, allowing it to detect various human motions with exceptional accuracy.
Researchers at Universiti Sains Malaysia create a new material capable of capturing carbon dioxide from the air using oil palm ash, achieving impressive adsorption capacity and stability. Machine learning predictions also enabled the design of a highly optimized mesoporous structure.
Researchers developed hierarchically porous N-doped carbon nanofiber membranes with abundant hierarchical pores, enriched pyrrolic nitrogen. The optimized membrane exhibited excellent catalytic performance and stability in selective hydrogenation of phenol, achieving high conversion and selectivity rates.
Researchers develop multifunctional aerogels combining thermal insulation, flame retardancy, and mechanical robustness using bio-based nanocellulose. The resulting aerogels exhibit low thermal conductivity, high flame resistance, and impressive strength and flexibility.
Researchers have made significant advancements in soft porous crystals (SPCs) with promising applications in gas storage, separation, catalysis, and devices. The 'dose sensitivity' of SPCs directly affects their economic viability, with high performance and batch consistency crucial for trace or low-dose applications.
Researchers developed novel artificial bone scaffolds with high deformation recovery capabilities, exceeding those of natural bone and conventional metallic scaffolds. These scaffolds allow for flexible adjustments of properties like strength and modulus to meet specific implantation site requirements.
A discarded ornamental shrub can now power electric buses thanks to a new material that triples the energy density of previous devices. The material, called PHAC, shows high surface area and mesopore volume, enabling rapid ion transport and long cycle life.
A Cu@MFI catalyst was developed via pore-confinement strategy, exhibiting exceptional catalytic performance in aqueous-phase hydrogenation of furfural. The catalyst achieved 100% conversion and selectivity with reduced side reaction pathway due to transition-state confinement effect.
Researchers develop a promising blueprint for 'Pore Science and Engineering,' proposing two key aspects: Pore Chemistry and Pore Structure. This concept aims to achieve precise molecular-level control guided by theoretical foundations, transforming the development of porous materials from trial-and-error to on-demand design.
The new MOF-derived Sn–O–Fe platform achieves high sensitivity (Rg/Ra = 2,646) for NO2 detection at 150°C, with a limit of detection of 10 ppb. The sensor's scalability and low power consumption make it suitable for wearable health and industrial safety applications.
Researchers at NJIT used artificial intelligence to discover new porous materials capable of revolutionizing multivalent-ion batteries. The AI-driven approach uncovered five entirely new materials with large, open channels ideal for moving bulky multivalent ions quickly and safely. These findings offer a promising solution for the futu...
Researchers developed a lightweight, mechanically robust porous polymer that mimics a natural loofah sponge. It can filter viruses, block objects, and has a range of functional properties due to its flexibility when wet and pH responsiveness.
Scientists from Institute of Science Tokyo successfully solubilize porous aromatic polymers (PAPs) in water using aromatic micelles, forming giant polycavity materials with high incorporation functions. The method enables the preparation of rare multi-component materials with potential applications in advanced functional materials.
A team of scientists from the University of Warsaw discovered that karstic solution pipes preserve a record of Earth's climatic history. The pipes evolve into an invariant shape as they deepen, encoding ancient rainfall patterns.
Researchers developed a novel approach to enhance chitosan aerogels' mechanical properties by incorporating silk microfibers with different aspect ratios. The study showed significant improvements in compressive strength, deformation mechanisms, and liquid transportation capabilities.
Researchers have developed a multifunctional aerogel for efficient crude oil cleanup, exhibiting high compressive strength, hydrophobicity, and photothermal conversion. The aerogel's unique structure enables rapid absorption of viscous crude oil, addressing environmental concerns related to increasing oil spills.
A team of engineers has created a new hydrogel that rapidly switches between soft and hard states, making it ideal for real-time applications such as impact-resistant wearables or soft robots. The 'instant armor' hydrogel achieves this with a high-entropy design that allows rapid recovery in just 28 seconds.
Researchers create WaaFs with high thermal stability and reversible assembly, opening avenues for gas storage, separation, and catalysis. The frameworks utilize van der Waals interactions to form robust structures, making them suitable for industrial applications.
Researchers at Tohoku University developed a new synthesis method for highly pure porous organic polymers (POPs), eliminating residual impurities and achieving high porosity. The obtained POPs exhibited improved CO2 adsorption capacity, proton conductivity, and unique gas adsorption behavior.
Researchers at HZB have developed a highly porous tin foam that can absorb mechanical stress during charging cycles, making it an interesting material for lithium batteries. The study showed that the morphology of the tin electrodes changes significantly due to inhomogeneous absorption of lithium ions.
Researchers at Institute of Science Tokyo developed porous organic crystals with ultrahigh-density amines, achieving fast CO2 adsorption and high thermal stability. The unique 2.5-dimensional skeleton reduces the cost for CO2 separation from flue gases.
Researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University created nanostructured alumina surfaces with unprecedented antibacterial properties without hindering cell cultures. The technology promises a game-changer in regenerative medicine by enabling antibiotic-free cell culture and reducing the risk of antibiotic-resistant strains.
Researchers at Max Planck Institute for Sustainable Materials have developed a novel method to create lightweight, nanostructured porous martensitic alloys by harnessing dealloying and alloying processes. The approach enables CO2-free and energy-saving production of high-strength materials.
Researchers at Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology developed foldable molecular paths using zeolitic imidazolate frameworks, which can adjust size, shape, and alignment in response to temperature, pressure, and gas interactions. This technology has potential applications in creating filters that adapt to capture harmful ...
Chungnam National University researchers developed a magnetoplasmonic strain sensor that changes color in response to mechanical stress, offering a reliable and user-friendly solution for real-time health and activity tracking. The device is powered-free, versatile, and ideal for use in remote or extreme environments.
Researchers at Doshisha University developed porous silicon oxide electrodes that improve the durability and energy density of all-solid-state batteries. The electrodes can withstand repeated charge/discharge cycles without cracking or peeling, making them a promising solution for sustainable energy storage.
Researchers have developed a coral-inspired biomimetic material that promotes faster healing and dissolves naturally in the body. The material has been shown to fully repair bone defects within 3-6 months, overcoming limitations of traditional synthetic substitutes.
Mechanical engineering professor Debora Lyn Porter is using a $990,000 grant to research growing fungi into patterns called biotemplating. The goal is to create materials with high strength-to-weight ratio and biodegradability, suitable for aerospace and clothing production.
Researchers at UC Berkeley have developed a metal-organic framework that can capture CO2 at extreme temperatures, relevant to cement and steel manufacturing plants. The discovery has the potential to change how scientists think about carbon capture and reduces the need for costly infrastructure.
Researchers developed porous dermal fillers that accelerate tissue healing and regeneration for diabetic wounds. The novel approach combining electrospinning and electrospraying technologies creates biocompatible microspheres that promote cell migration, granulation tissue formation, and neovascularization.
Researchers develop novel Ta-based implants with improved biocompatibility and osseointegration properties, enabling better bone growth and stability. The designs optimize mechanical and biological requirements for optimal clinical results.
Researchers at USTC have developed a new type of soft gripper using porous magnetic silicone elastomer. This design enhances the gripper's ability to grip heavy objects while maintaining gentleness and flexibility, opening up new possibilities for biomedical and scientific applications.
A new covalent organic framework (COF) material developed by UC Berkeley researchers can capture CO2 from ambient air without degradation, making it a promising solution for reducing atmospheric greenhouse gases. The material's high carbon dioxide capacity and selectivity make it an attractive alternative to existing carbon capture tec...
A new MOF has been developed using a 'Merged-Net Strategy' inspired by skyscraper architecture, resulting in enhanced porosity and structural stability. The material exhibits superior water adsorption capacity and reusability compared to conventional MOFs.
Cross-polymerization between bio-oil and polyaniline enhances pore development, yielding a material with high specific surface area and hydrophilicity. The resulting nitrogen-doped porous activated carbon shows superior performance in phenol adsorption.
Researchers explore key interaction sites and pathways in advanced materials for efficient ammonia capture. Functional absorbents, porous solid adsorbents and membrane materials are reviewed for their properties and potential applications.
Early porous coordination polymers (PCPs) exhibit a flexible 'soft' nature, allowing them to adjust their shape and hold more gas. This finding offers new insights into the evolution of PCPs and paves the way for future research and applications.
Researchers developed a crystalline solid that can adsorb and release ammonia, making it easy to recover. The material's high density and ease of desorption make it a promising solution for efficient hydrogen storage.
Developed by University of Tsukuba researchers, the wearable patch accurately measures insensible perspiration, allowing for real-time hydration monitoring. The patch also detects variations in pH levels and chemical components, making it a promising tool for dehydration management, stress monitoring, and disease detection.
Scientists at Yokohama National University have developed a novel approach to create dual-pore molecular crystals with two distinct functionalities. By using quasi-racemates, the researchers achieved social self-sorting of two pairs of quasi-racemates to form ring-shaped molecules with varying pore sizes.
Researchers have developed dynamic COFs that can open and close pores in a controlled manner, enabling targeted manipulation of structural and optoelectronic properties. This ability makes the materials promising for future applications in electronics and information technology.
Researchers have developed a method to detect microplastics in marine and freshwater environments using porous metal substrates and machine learning. The system can identify six types of microplastics with high accuracy, offering a cost-effective solution for environmental monitoring.
Researchers developed a new theory that bridges biological vessels and artificial materials, applicable to various functional materials. The Universal Murray's Law can optimize fluid transport in synthetic structures, boosting efficiency in energy storage, catalysis, and sensing.
Researchers at the University of Missouri have developed a soft, self-charging material that can track vital signs like blood pressure and heart activity wirelessly. This innovation has significant implications for early disease detection and timely interventions in chronic conditions.
Scientists developed a printable, bio-based aerogel using cellulose that is biocompatible, has high porosity, and excellent heat-insulating properties. Its anisotropy allows for controlled thermal conductivity and precise applications in medicine and microelectronics.
A study by Osaka University found that thinking about sustainability from the perspective of imaginary future generations yields new insights into technological innovation and societal trends. Participants in workshops ranked indicators differently after adopting this perspective, perceiving technology's feasibility more accurately.
A new study has unlocked the secrets of pore evolution in directed energy deposition (DED) additive manufacturing, revealing five distinct processes that contribute to their behavior. The findings provide a detailed understanding of how pores form, move, and interact within the melt pool during DED, enabling targeted strategies to mini...
Researchers at TU Dresden aim to develop a new device for characterizing and analyzing novel porous materials with high selectivity for liquid phase separation. The ERC Proof of Concept Grant seeks to explore the commercial potential of these materials for industries dealing with water treatment, pharmacology, and petrochemicals.
Researchers developed an innovative method to manage construction-generated sludge by utilizing aeration curing, which reduces pH levels and requires less neutralizer. The technique has the potential to improve soil health and support sustainable development goals.