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Chandran AS, Schneider J, Nair R, Bill B, Gadegaard N, Hogg R, Kumar S, Manjakkal L. Enhancing Supercapacitor Electrochemical Performance with 3D Printed Cellular PEEK/MWCNT Electrodes Coated with PEDOT: PSS. ACS OMEGA 2024; 9:33998-34007. [PMID: 39130599 PMCID: PMC11307982 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.4c04576] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/14/2024] [Revised: 07/09/2024] [Accepted: 07/11/2024] [Indexed: 08/13/2024]
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In this study, we examine the electrochemical performance of supercapacitor (SC) electrodes made from 3D-printed nanocomposites. These composites consist of multiwalled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) and polyether ether ketone (PEEK), coated with poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene) polystyrene sulfonate (PEDOT:PSS). The electrochemical performance of a 3D-printed PEEK/MWCNT solid electrode with a surface area density of 1.2 mm-1 is compared to two distinct periodically porous PEEK/MWCNT electrodes with surface area densities of 7.3 and 7.1 mm-1. To enhance SC performance, the 3D-printed electrodes are coated with a conductive polymer, PEDOT:PSS. The architected cellular electrodes exhibit significantly improved capacitive properties, with the cellular electrode (7.1 mm-1) displaying a capacitance nearly four times greater than that of the solid 3D-printed electrode-based SCs. Moreover, the PEDOT:PSS-coated cellular electrode (7.1 mm-1) demonstrates a high specific capacitance of 12.55 mF·cm-3 at 50 mV·s-1, contrasting to SCs based on 3D-printed cellular electrodes (4.09 mF·cm-3 at 50 mV·s-1) without the coating. The conductive PEDOT:PSS coating proves effective in reducing surface resistance, resulting in a decreased voltage drop during the SCs' charging and discharging processes. Ultimately, the 3D-printed cellular nanocomposite electrode with the conductive polymer coating achieves an energy density of 1.98 μW h·cm-3 at a current of 70 μA. This study underscores how the combined effect of the surface area density of porous electrodes enabled by 3D printing, along with the conductivity imparted by the polymer coating, synergistically improves the energy storage performance.
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- Athul
C. S. Chandran
- School
of Computing and Engineering & the Built Environment, Edinburgh Napier University, Merchiston Campus, Edinburgh EH10 5DT, U.K.
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- James
Watt School of Engineering, University of
Glasgow, Glasgow G12 8QQ, U.K.
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- School
of Computing and Engineering & the Built Environment, Edinburgh Napier University, Merchiston Campus, Edinburgh EH10 5DT, U.K.
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- School
of Computing and Engineering & the Built Environment, Edinburgh Napier University, Merchiston Campus, Edinburgh EH10 5DT, U.K.
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- James
Watt School of Engineering, University of
Glasgow, Glasgow G12 8QQ, U.K.
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- James
Watt School of Engineering, University of
Glasgow, Glasgow G12 8QQ, U.K.
- School
of Engineering and Applied Science, Aston
University, B4 7ET Birmingham, U.K.
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- James
Watt School of Engineering, University of
Glasgow, Glasgow G12 8QQ, U.K.
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- School
of Computing and Engineering & the Built Environment, Edinburgh Napier University, Merchiston Campus, Edinburgh EH10 5DT, U.K.
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Hou Y, Baig MM, Lu J, Zhang H, Liu P, Zhu G, Ge X, Pang H, Zhang Y. Direct ink writing 3D printing of low-dimensional nanomaterials for micro-supercapacitors. NANOSCALE 2024; 16:12380-12396. [PMID: 38888150 DOI: 10.1039/d4nr01590h] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/20/2024]
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Micro-supercapacitors (MSCs) have attracted significant attention for potential applications in miniaturized electronics due to their high power density, rapid charge/discharge rates, and extended lifespan. Despite the unique properties of low-dimensional nanomaterials, which hold tremendous potential for revolutionary applications, effectively integrating these attributes into MSCs presents several challenges. 3D printing is rapidly emerging as a key player in the fabrication of advanced energy storage devices. Its ability to design, prototype, and produce functional devices incorporating low-dimensional nanomaterials positions it as an influential technology. In this review, we delve into recent advancements and innovations in micro-supercapacitor manufacturing, with a specific focus on the incorporation of low-dimensional nanomaterials using direct ink writing (DIW) 3D printing techniques. We highlight the distinct advantages offered by low-dimensional nanomaterials, from quantum effects in 0D nanoparticles that result in high capacitance values to rapid electron and ion transport in 1D nanowires, as well as the extensive surface area and mechanical flexibility of 2D nanosheets. Additionally, we address the challenges encountered during the fabrication process, such as material viscosity, printing resolution, and seamless integration of active materials with current collectors. This review highlights the remarkable progress in the energy storage sector, demonstrating how the synergistic use of low-dimensional nanomaterials and 3D printing technologies not only overcomes existing limitations but also opens new avenues for the development and production of advanced micro-supercapacitors. The convergence of low-dimensional nanomaterials and DIW 3D printing heralds the advent of the next generation of energy storage devices, making a significant contribution to the field and laying the groundwork for future innovations.
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- Yanan Hou
- Institute of Advanced Materials and Flexible Electronics (IAMFE), School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology, Nanjing 210044, China.
- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology, Nanjing 210044, China
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- Institute of Advanced Materials and Flexible Electronics (IAMFE), School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology, Nanjing 210044, China.
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu, 225009, P. R. China.
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- Institute of Advanced Materials and Flexible Electronics (IAMFE), School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology, Nanjing 210044, China.
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- Institute of Advanced Materials and Flexible Electronics (IAMFE), School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology, Nanjing 210044, China.
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- Institute of Advanced Materials and Flexible Electronics (IAMFE), School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology, Nanjing 210044, China.
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- Institute of Advanced Materials and Flexible Electronics (IAMFE), School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology, Nanjing 210044, China.
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology, Nanjing 210044, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu, 225009, P. R. China.
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- Institute of Advanced Materials and Flexible Electronics (IAMFE), School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology, Nanjing 210044, China.
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Zhang R, Sun T. Ink-based additive manufacturing for electrochemical applications. Heliyon 2024; 10:e33023. [PMID: 38994065 PMCID: PMC11238056 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e33023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2024] [Revised: 05/28/2024] [Accepted: 06/12/2024] [Indexed: 07/13/2024] Open
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Additive manufacturing (AM), commonly known as three-dimensional (3D) printing, has drawn substantial attention in recent decades due to its efficiency and precise control in part fabrication. The limitations of conventional fabrication processes, especially regarding geometry complexity, supply chain, and environmental impact, have prompted the exploration of diverse AM technologies in electrochemistry. Especially, three ink-based AM techniques, binder jet printing (BJP), direct ink writing (DIW), and Inkjet Printing (IJP), have been extensively applied by numerous research teams to produce electrodes, catalyst scaffolds, supercapacitors, batteries, etc. BJP's versatility in utilizing a wide range of materials as powder feedstock promotes its potential for various electrode and battery applications. DIW and IJP stand out for their ability to handle multi-material manufacturing tasks and deliver high printing resolution. To capture recent advancements in this field, we present a comprehensive review of the applications of BJP, DIW, and IJP techniques in fabricating electrochemical devices and components. This review intends to provide an overview of the process-structure-property relationship in electrochemical materials and components across diverse applications manufactured using AM techniques. We delve into how the significantly improved design freedom over the structure offered by these ink-based AM techniques highlights the performance of electrochemical products. Moreover, we highlight their advantages in terms of material compatibility, geometry control, and cost-effectiveness. In specific cases, we also compare the performance of electrochemical components fabricated using AM and conventional manufacturing methods. Finally, we conclude this review article by offering some insights into the future development in this research field.
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- Runzhi Zhang
- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA, USA
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA, USA
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL, USA
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Parvini E, Hajalilou A, Gonçalves Vilarinho JP, Alhais Lopes P, Maranha M, Tavakoli M. Gallium-Carbon: A Universal Composite for Sustainable 3D Printing of Integrated Sensor-Heater-Battery Systems in Wearable and Recyclable Electronics. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2024; 16:32812-32823. [PMID: 38878000 PMCID: PMC11212025 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.4c02706] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/22/2024] [Revised: 04/19/2024] [Accepted: 06/10/2024] [Indexed: 06/27/2024]
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This study presents a novel three-dimensional (3D) printable gallium-carbon black-styrene isoprene styrene block copolymer (Ga-CB-SIS), offering a versatile solution for the rapid fabrication of stretchable and integrated sensor-heater-battery systems in wearable and recyclable electronics. The composite exhibits sinter-free characteristics, allowing for printing on various substrates, including heat-sensitive materials. Unlike traditional conductive inks, the Ga-CB-SIS composite, composed of gallium, carbon black, and styrene isoprene block copolymers, combines electrical conductivity, stretchability, and digital printability. By introducing carbon black as a filler material, the composite achieves promising electromechanical behavior, making it suitable for low-resistance heaters, batteries, and electrical interconnects. The fabrication process involves a simultaneous mixing and ball-milling technique, resulting in a homogeneous composition with a CB/Ga ratio of 4.3%. The Ga-CB-SIS composite showcases remarkable adaptability for digital printing on various substrates. Its self-healing property and efficient recycling technique using a deep eutectic solvent contribute to an environmentally conscious approach to electronic waste, with a high gallium recovery efficiency of ∼98%. The study's innovation extends to applications, presenting a fully digitally printed stretchable Ga-CB-SIS battery integrated with strain sensors and heaters, representing a significant leap in LM-based composites. This multifunctional and sustainable Ga-CB-SIS composite emerges as a key player in the future of wearable electronics, offering integrated circuits with sensing, heating, and energy storage elements.
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- Elahe Parvini
- Soft and Printed Microelectronics
Lab, Institute of Systems and Robotics, University of Coimbra, Coimbra 3030-290, Portugal
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- Soft and Printed Microelectronics
Lab, Institute of Systems and Robotics, University of Coimbra, Coimbra 3030-290, Portugal
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- Soft and Printed Microelectronics
Lab, Institute of Systems and Robotics, University of Coimbra, Coimbra 3030-290, Portugal
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- Soft and Printed Microelectronics
Lab, Institute of Systems and Robotics, University of Coimbra, Coimbra 3030-290, Portugal
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- Soft and Printed Microelectronics
Lab, Institute of Systems and Robotics, University of Coimbra, Coimbra 3030-290, Portugal
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- Soft and Printed Microelectronics
Lab, Institute of Systems and Robotics, University of Coimbra, Coimbra 3030-290, Portugal
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Liu W, Li H, Tay RY. Recent progress of high-performance in-plane zinc ion hybrid micro-supercapacitors: design, achievements, and challenges. NANOSCALE 2024; 16:4542-4562. [PMID: 38299713 DOI: 10.1039/d3nr06120e] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/02/2024]
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With the increasing demand for wearable and miniature electronics, in-plane zinc (Zn) ion hybrid micro-supercapacitors (ZIHMSCs), as a promising and compatible energy power source, have attracted tremendous attention due to their unique merits. Despite enormous development and breakthroughs in this field, there is still a lack of a systematic and comprehensive review to update the recent progress of in-plane ZIHMSCs in the design and fabrication of both micro-anodes and micro-cathodes, the exploration and optimization of new electrolytes, and the investigation of related-energy storage mechanisms. This minireview summarizes the key breakthroughs and recent advances in the construction of high-performance in-plane ZIHMSCs. First, the background and fundamentals of in-plane ZIHMSCs are briefly introduced. Then, new concepts, strategies, and latest exciting developments in the preparation and interfacial engineering of Zn metal micro-anodes, the fabrication of advanced micro-cathodes, and the exploration of new electrolyte systems are discussed, respectively. Finally, the key challenges and future directions for the development of high-performance in-plane ZIHMSCs are presented as well. This review not only accounts for the recent research progress in the field of the in-plane ZIHMSCs, but also provides important new insights into the design of next-generation miniaturized energy storage devices.
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- Wenwen Liu
- School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Nanyang Technological University, 50 Nanyang Avenue, Singapore 639798, Singapore.
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- School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Nanyang Technological University, 50 Nanyang Avenue, Singapore 639798, Singapore.
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- School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Nanyang Technological University, 50 Nanyang Avenue, Singapore 639798, Singapore.
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Zhao S, Li H, Bai J, Ma H, Dong Y, Tian X. Design of internally integrated in-plane electrodes for superior flexible hybrid zinc-ion capacitor devices. Chem Commun (Camb) 2023; 59:14130-14133. [PMID: 37953633 DOI: 10.1039/d3cc04011a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2023]
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A unique configuration based on internally integrated electrodes is proposed for flexible hybrid zinc-ion capacitor (HZIC) devices. An in-depth charge storage process is studied, confirming the high electrochemical promise of HZICs for future practical applications.
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- Simiao Zhao
- Faculty of Materials Science and Chemistry, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan, 430074, China.
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- Faculty of Materials Science and Chemistry, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan, 430074, China.
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- Faculty of Materials Science and Chemistry, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan, 430074, China.
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- Faculty of Materials Science and Chemistry, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan, 430074, China.
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- Faculty of Materials Science and Chemistry, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan, 430074, China.
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- Faculty of Materials Science and Chemistry, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan, 430074, China.
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She Y, Tang J, Wang C, Wang Z, Huang Z, Yang Y. Nano-Additive Manufacturing and Non-Destructive Testing of Nanocomposites. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 13:2741. [PMID: 37887891 PMCID: PMC10609085 DOI: 10.3390/nano13202741] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/04/2023] [Revised: 09/24/2023] [Accepted: 10/05/2023] [Indexed: 10/28/2023]
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In the present work, the recent advancements in additive manufacturing (AM) techniques for fabricating nanocomposite parts with complex shaped structures are explained, along with defect non-destructive testing (NDT) methods. A brief overview of the AM processes for nanocomposites is presented, grouped by the type of feedstock used in each technology. This work also reviews the defects in nanocomposites that can affect the quality of the final product. Additionally, a detailed description of X-CT, ultrasonic phased array technology, and infrared thermography is provided, highlighting their potential application in non-destructive inspection of nanocomposites in the future. Lastly, it concludes by offering recommendations for the development of NDT methods specifically tailored for nanocomposites, emphasizing the need to utilize NDT methods for optimizing nano-additive manufacturing process parameters, developing new NDT techniques, and enhancing the resolution of existing NDT methods.
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- Yulong She
- State Key Laboratory of High Performance Ceramics and Superfine Microstructures, Shanghai Institute of Ceramics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shanghai 200050, China; (Y.S.); (J.T.); (C.W.); (Z.W.)
- College of Materials Science and Opto-Electronic Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- State Key Laboratory of High Performance Ceramics and Superfine Microstructures, Shanghai Institute of Ceramics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shanghai 200050, China; (Y.S.); (J.T.); (C.W.); (Z.W.)
- College of Materials Science and Opto-Electronic Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- State Key Laboratory of High Performance Ceramics and Superfine Microstructures, Shanghai Institute of Ceramics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shanghai 200050, China; (Y.S.); (J.T.); (C.W.); (Z.W.)
- College of Materials Science and Opto-Electronic Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- State Key Laboratory of High Performance Ceramics and Superfine Microstructures, Shanghai Institute of Ceramics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shanghai 200050, China; (Y.S.); (J.T.); (C.W.); (Z.W.)
- College of Materials Science and Opto-Electronic Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- State Key Laboratory of High Performance Ceramics and Superfine Microstructures, Shanghai Institute of Ceramics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shanghai 200050, China; (Y.S.); (J.T.); (C.W.); (Z.W.)
- College of Materials Science and Opto-Electronic Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- State Key Laboratory of High Performance Ceramics and Superfine Microstructures, Shanghai Institute of Ceramics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shanghai 200050, China; (Y.S.); (J.T.); (C.W.); (Z.W.)
- College of Materials Science and Opto-Electronic Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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Chen R, Xu Z, Xie W, Deng P, Xu Y, Xu L, Zhang G, Yang Y, Xie G, Zhitomirsky I, Shi K. Fabrication of Fe-Fe 1-xO based 3D coplanar microsupercapacitors by electric discharge rusting of pure iron substrates. RSC Adv 2023; 13:26995-27005. [PMID: 37692350 PMCID: PMC10485656 DOI: 10.1039/d3ra04838a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2023] [Accepted: 09/03/2023] [Indexed: 09/12/2023] Open
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Iron oxides with advanced functional properties show great potential for applications in the fields of water splitting, drug delivery, sensors, batteries and supercapacitors. However, it is challenging to develop a simple and efficient strategy for fabricating patterned iron oxide based electrodes for supercapacitor applications. Herein, a facile, simple, scalable, binder-free, surfactant-free and conductive additive-free electric discharge rusting (EDR) technique is proposed to directly synthesize Fe1-xO oxide layer on a pure iron substrate. This new EDR strategy is successfully adopted to fabricate Fe-Fe1-xO integrative patterned electrodes and coplanar microsupercapacitors (CMSC) in one step. The CMSC devices with different geometries could be directly patterned by EDR, which is automatically controlled by a computer numerical control system. The fabricated Fe-Fe1-xO based 3D 2F-CMSC exhibits a maximum areal specific capacitance of 112.4 mF cm-2. Another important finding is the fabrication of 3D 2F-CMSC devices, which show good capacitive behavior at an ultra high scanning rate of 20 000 mV s-1. The results prove that EDR is a low-cost and versatile strategy for the scalable fabrication of high-performance patterned supercapacitor integrative electrodes and devices. Furthermore, it is a versatile technique which shows a great potential for development of next generation microelectronic devices, such as microbatteries and microsensors.
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- Ri Chen
- School of Mechatronic Engineering, Guangdong Polytechnic Normal University Guangzhou 510450 Guangdong China
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- School of Mechatronic Engineering, Guangdong Polytechnic Normal University Guangzhou 510450 Guangdong China
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- School of Mechatronic Engineering, Guangdong Polytechnic Normal University Guangzhou 510450 Guangdong China
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- School of Mechatronic Engineering, Guangdong Polytechnic Normal University Guangzhou 510450 Guangdong China
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- School of Education, Guangdong Polytechnic Normal University Guangzhou 510450 Guangdong China
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- School of Mechatronic Engineering, Guangdong Polytechnic Normal University Guangzhou 510450 Guangdong China
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- School of Mechatronic Engineering, Guangdong Polytechnic Normal University Guangzhou 510450 Guangdong China
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- School of Mechatronic Engineering, Guangdong Polytechnic Normal University Guangzhou 510450 Guangdong China
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- School of Mechatronic Engineering, Guangdong Polytechnic Normal University Guangzhou 510450 Guangdong China
- State Key Laboratory for Turbulence and Complex Systems, Intelligent Biomimetic Design Lab, College of Engineering, Peking University Beijing 100871 China
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, McMaster University Hamilton L8S 4L7 Ontario Canada
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Sun Yat-Sen University Guangzhou 510275 Guangdong China
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Al-Amri AM. Recent Progress in Printed Photonic Devices: A Brief Review of Materials, Devices, and Applications. Polymers (Basel) 2023; 15:3234. [PMID: 37571128 PMCID: PMC10422352 DOI: 10.3390/polym15153234] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/02/2023] [Revised: 07/26/2023] [Accepted: 07/27/2023] [Indexed: 08/13/2023] Open
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Printing electronics incorporates several significant technologies, such as semiconductor devices produced by various printing techniques on flexible substrates. With the growing interest in printed electronic devices, new technologies have been developed to make novel devices with inexpensive and large-area printing techniques. This review article focuses on the most recent developments in printed photonic devices. Photonics and optoelectronic systems may now be built utilizing materials with specific optical properties and 3D designs achieved through additive printing. Optical and architected materials that can be printed in their entirety are among the most promising future research topics, as are platforms for multi-material processing and printing technologies that can print enormous volumes at a high resolution while also maintaining a high throughput. Significant advances in innovative printable materials create new opportunities for functional devices to act efficiently, such as wearable sensors, integrated optoelectronics, and consumer electronics. This article provides an overview of printable materials, printing methods, and the uses of printed electronic devices.
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- Amal M Al-Amri
- Physics Department, Collage of Science & Arts, King Abdulaziz University, Rabigh 25724, Saudi Arabia
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Wang Z, Deng Q, Song Z, Liu Y, Xing J, Wei C, Wang Y, Li J. Ultrathin Li-rich Li-Cu alloy anode capped with lithiophilic LiC6 headspace enabling stable cyclic performance. J Colloid Interface Sci 2023; 643:205-213. [PMID: 37058895 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2023.03.191] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2023] [Revised: 03/27/2023] [Accepted: 03/29/2023] [Indexed: 04/03/2023]
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Li-rich dual-phase Li-Cu alloy is a promising candidate toward practical application of Li metal anode due to its in situ formed unique three-dimensional (3D) skeleton of electrochemical inert LiCux solid-solution phase. Since a thin layer of metallic Li phase appears on the surface of as-prepared Li-Cu alloy, the LiCux framework cannot regulate Li deposition efficiently in the first Li plating process. Herein, a lithiophilic LiC6 headspace is capped on the upper surface of the Li-Cu alloy, which can not only offer free space to accommodate Li deposition and maintain dimensional stability of the anode, but also provide abundant lithiophilic sites and guide Li deposition effectively. This unique bilayer architecture is fabricated via a facile thermal infiltration method, where the Li-Cu alloy layer with an ultrathin thickness around 40 μm occupies the bottom of a carbon paper (CP) sheet, and the upper part of this 3D porous framework is reserved as the headspace for Li storage. Notably, the molten Li can quickly convert these carbon fibers of the CP into lithiophilic LiC6 fibers while the CP is touched with the liquid Li. The synergetic effect between the LiC6 fibers framework and LiCux nanowires scaffold can ensure a uniform local electric field and stable Li metal deposition during cycling. As a consequence, the CP capped ultrathin Li-Cu alloy anode demonstrates excellent cycling stability and rate capability.
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Englezos K, Wang L, Tan ECK, Kang L. 3D printing for personalised medicines: implications for policy and practice. Int J Pharm 2023; 635:122785. [PMID: 36849040 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijpharm.2023.122785] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2022] [Revised: 02/23/2023] [Accepted: 02/24/2023] [Indexed: 02/27/2023]
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The current healthcare dynamic has shifted from one-size-fits-all to patient-centred care, with our increased understanding of pharmacokinetics and pharmacogenomics demanding a switch to more individualised therapies. As the pharmaceutical industry remains yet to succumb to the push of a technological paradigm shift, pharmacists lack the means to provide completely personalised medicine (PM) to their patients in a safe, affordable, and widely accessible manner. As additive manufacturing technology has already established its strength in producing pharmaceutical formulations, it is necessary to next consider methods by which this technology can create PM accessible from pharmacies. In this article, we reviewed the limitations of current pharmaceutical manufacturing methods for PMs, three-dimensional (3D) printing techniques that are most beneficial for PMs, implications of bringing this technology into pharmacy practice, and implications for policy surrounding 3D printing techniques in the manufacturing of PMs.
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- Klaudia Englezos
- School of Pharmacy, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW 2006, Australia
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- Pharmacy Department, Campbelltown Hospital, Campbelltown, NSW 2560, Australia
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- School of Pharmacy, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW 2006, Australia
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- School of Pharmacy, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW 2006, Australia.
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Sigley E, Kalinke C, Crapnell RD, Whittingham MJ, Williams RJ, Keefe EM, Janegitz BC, Bonacin JA, Banks CE. Circular Economy Electrochemistry: Creating Additive Manufacturing Feedstocks for Caffeine Detection from Post-Industrial Coffee Pod Waste. ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING 2023; 11:2978-2988. [PMID: 36844748 PMCID: PMC9945317 DOI: 10.1021/acssuschemeng.2c06514] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2022] [Revised: 01/24/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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The recycling of post-industrial waste poly(lactic acid) (PI-PLA) from coffee machine pods into electroanalytical sensors for the detection of caffeine in real tea and coffee samples is reported herein. The PI-PLA is transformed into both nonconductive and conductive filaments to produce full electroanalytical cells, including additively manufactured electrodes (AMEs). The electroanalytical cell was designed utilizing separate prints for the cell body and electrodes to increase the recyclability of the system. The cell body made from nonconductive filament was able to be recycled three times before the feedstock-induced print failure. Three bespoke formulations of conductive filament were produced, with the PI-PLA (61.62 wt %), carbon black (CB, 29.60 wt %), and poly(ethylene succinate) (PES, 8.78 wt %) chosen as the most suitable for use due to its equivalent electrochemical performance, lower material cost, and improved thermal stability compared to the filaments with higher PES loading and ability to be printable. It was shown that this system could detect caffeine with a sensitivity of 0.055 ± 0.001 μA μM-1, a limit of detection of 0.23 μM, a limit of quantification of 0.76 μM, and a relative standard deviation of 3.14% after activation. Interestingly, the nonactivated 8.78% PES electrodes produced significantly better results in this regard than the activated commercial filament toward the detection of caffeine. The activated 8.78% PES electrode was shown to be able to detect the caffeine content in real and spiked Earl Grey tea and Arabica coffee samples with excellent recoveries (96.7-102%). This work reports a paradigm shift in the way AM, electrochemical research, and sustainability can synergize and feed into part of a circular economy, akin to a circular economy electrochemistry.
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- Evelyn Sigley
- Faculty
of Science and Engineering, Manchester Metropolitan
University, Chester Street, Manchester M1 5GD, United Kingdom
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- Faculty
of Science and Engineering, Manchester Metropolitan
University, Chester Street, Manchester M1 5GD, United Kingdom
- Institute
of Chemistry, University of Campinas (Unicamp), 13083-859 Campinas, Säo Paulo, Brazil
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- Faculty
of Science and Engineering, Manchester Metropolitan
University, Chester Street, Manchester M1 5GD, United Kingdom
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- Faculty
of Science and Engineering, Manchester Metropolitan
University, Chester Street, Manchester M1 5GD, United Kingdom
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- Faculty
of Science and Engineering, Manchester Metropolitan
University, Chester Street, Manchester M1 5GD, United Kingdom
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- Faculty
of Science and Engineering, Manchester Metropolitan
University, Chester Street, Manchester M1 5GD, United Kingdom
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- Department
of Nature Sciences, Mathematics, and Education, Federal University of Säo Carlos (UFSCar), 13600-970 Araras, Säo Paulo, Brazil
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- Institute
of Chemistry, University of Campinas (Unicamp), 13083-859 Campinas, Säo Paulo, Brazil
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- Faculty
of Science and Engineering, Manchester Metropolitan
University, Chester Street, Manchester M1 5GD, United Kingdom
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Sajedi-Moghaddam A, Gholami M, Naseri N. Inkjet Printing of MnO 2 Nanoflowers on Surface-Modified A4 Paper for Flexible All-Solid-State Microsupercapacitors. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2023; 15:3894-3903. [PMID: 36637063 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.2c08939] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Printing technologies are gaining growing attention as a sustainable route for the fabrication of high-performance and flexible power sources such as microsupercapacitors (MSCs). Here, the inkjet printing method is utilized for the fabrication of manganese dioxide (MnO2)-based, flexible all-solid-state MSCs on surface-modified A4 paper substrate. The appropriate rheology of the formulated ethanol-based ink (Fromm number <10) and the proper dimensions of MnO2 nanoflowers (average size ∼600 nm) ensure a reliable inkjet printing process. Moreover, the underlying graphene/Ag nanowire pattern serves as a primer and highly conductive (Rs < 2 Ω sq-1) layer on top of the paper to facilitate the anchoring of MnO2 nanoflowers and rapid electron transportation. The resulting all-solid-state MSCs deliver a maximum areal capacitance of 0.68 mF cm-2 at a current density of 25 μA cm-2, reasonable durability (>80% of capacity remained after 3000 cycles), and remarkable foldability. Additionally, the inkjet-printed MSC devices deliver a superior areal energy density of 0.01 μWh cm-2 and also a power density of 1.19 μW cm-2. This study demonstrates the power of the inkjet printing method to produce MSCs on flexible substrates, which have great potential for flexible/wearable electronics.
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- Ali Sajedi-Moghaddam
- Department of Physics, Sharif University of Technology, P.O. Box 11155-9161Tehran, I.R. of Iran
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- Department of Physics, Sharif University of Technology, P.O. Box 11155-9161Tehran, I.R. of Iran
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- Department of Physics, Sharif University of Technology, P.O. Box 11155-9161Tehran, I.R. of Iran
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Ye X, Wang C, Wang L, Lu B, Gao F, Shao D. DLP printing of a flexible micropattern Si/PEDOT:PSS/PEG electrode for lithium-ion batteries. Chem Commun (Camb) 2022; 58:7642-7645. [PMID: 35723490 DOI: 10.1039/d2cc01626e] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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We report on a free-standing 3D-printed Si/PEDOT:PSS/PEG electrode based on silicon nanoparticles (Si) as an active material for lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) that are fabricated by 3D printing via digital light processing (DLP). Compared with the Si electrode prepared by the traditional method, the 3D-printed Si/PEDOT:PSS/PEG electrode developed by DLP preserves a specific discharge capacity of 1658.4 mA h g-1, with a capacity fade of 0.3% per cycle at a current density of 800 mA g-1 after 125 cycles. This helps in maintaining its structural integrity and enables it to exhibit significantly high flexibility with an enhanced load of 4.2 mg cm-2. The resulting free-standing electrode shows that 3D printing has significant potential for application to a variety of LIB technologies.
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- Xinliang Ye
- School of Mechanical Engineering, Dongguan University of Technology, DongGuan 523808, China. .,Mirco- and Nano-Technology Research Center, State Key Laboratory for Manufacturing Systems Engineering (Xi'an Jiaotong University), Xi'an 710049, China.
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- School of Mechanical Engineering, Dongguan University of Technology, DongGuan 523808, China.
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- Mirco- and Nano-Technology Research Center, State Key Laboratory for Manufacturing Systems Engineering (Xi'an Jiaotong University), Xi'an 710049, China.
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- Mirco- and Nano-Technology Research Center, State Key Laboratory for Manufacturing Systems Engineering (Xi'an Jiaotong University), Xi'an 710049, China.
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- Guangdong Engineering Technology Research Center of Low Carbon and Advanced Energy Materials, Institute of Semiconductors, South China Normal University, Guangzhou 510631, China.
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Battery Safety, Guangzhou Institute of Energy Testing, Guangzhou, Guangdong 511447, China.
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