Chemistry - A European Journal,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Dec. 13, 2024
Sodium-ion
batteries
have
abundant
sources
of
raw
materials,
uniform
geographical
distribution,
and
low
cost,
it
is
considered
an
important
substitute
for
lithium-ion
batteries.
Thereinto,
solid-state
sodium-ion
the
advantages
material
high
safety,
energy
density,
has
shown
great
potential
application
in
fields
mobile
power,
electric
vehicles,
large-scale
storage
systems.
However,
commercial
development
urgently
need
to
address
issues
such
as
room-temperature
ionic
conductivity
solid
electrolytes,
interfacial
charge
transfer
impedance,
poor
compatibility
contact
between
electrolytes
electrodes.
Herein,
this
paper
systematically
discusses
basic
theories
batteries,
including
working
principles
characteristics,
electrode
materials
components,
electrolytes.
Then,
focusing
on
key
scientific
challenges
faced
by
were
discussed,
interface
modification
enhancing
was
reviewed.
Finally,
future
industrial
prospected.
This
review
helps
deepen
understanding
provides
theoretical
guidance
its
application.
Furthermore,
also
necessary
engineering
accelerate
which
significant
value
profound
social
significance.
The Journal of Physical Chemistry C,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
129(9), P. 4715 - 4723
Published: Feb. 26, 2025
Self-recoverable
mechanoluminescence
(ML)
has
demonstrated
broad
applications
in
mechanosensory
optoelectronic
devices
based
on
pressure-
and
rate-dependent
emission
performance.
However,
understanding
the
coupled
effect
of
pressure
rate
ML
kinetics
remains
elusive,
limiting
design
time-characterized
ML-based
devices.
Here,
we
show
that
SrZn2S2O:Mn2+
exhibits
an
oscillatory
behavior
with
a
series
sharp
peaks
time-dependent
curve
under
rapid
compression
from
0.1
to
11.0
GPa
at
critical
rates
∼1.7–4.7
GPa/s,
distinct
decompression
which
presents
peaks.
The
X-ray
diffraction
measurement
shows
SrZn2S2O
matrix
is
stable
up
∼14.6
above
it
transforms
new
structure.
Photoluminescence
spectroscopy
changes
monotonically
intensity
wavelength
range
0.1–8.2
GPa.
By
combining
experimental
results
piezoelectric
detrapping
model,
suggest
may
result
multiple-cyclic
processes
piezoelectrically
induced
excitation
luminescent
activators,
indicating
intrinsic
response
compression.
be
conducive
temporal
characteristics.
Advanced Materials,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: March 20, 2025
Abstract
Rare‐earth
afterglow
materials,
with
their
unique
light‐storage
properties,
show
great
promise
for
diverse
applications.
However,
broader
applicability
is
constrained
by
challenges
such
as
poor
solvent
compatibility,
limited
luminescent
efficiency,
and
monochromatic
emissions.
In
this
study,
these
limitations
are
addressed
blending
ZnS
various
rare‐earth
phosphors
including
(Sr
0.75
Ca
0.25
)S:Eu
2+
;
SrAl
2
O
4
:Eu
,
Dy
3+
Sr
MgSi
7
to
modulate
deep
trap
mechanisms
significantly
enhance
both
the
light
capture
capabilities.
Using
electrospinning,
a
large‐area
(0.4
m
×
3
m)
film
successfully
fabricated
tunable
colors
an
extended
duration
exceeding
30
h.
This
demonstrates
thermoluminescence,
enabling
potential
integration
into
fire‐rescue
protective
clothing
enhanced
emergency
visibility.
greenhouse
settings,
it
effectively
supports
chlorophyll
synthesis
optimizes
conditions
plant
growth
over
24‐h
cycle.
For
tunnel
garage
applications,
captures
stores
from
vehicle
headlights
at
distances
of
up
70
meters.
The
scalability
cost‐effectiveness
underscore
its
considerable
real‐world
applications
across
multiple
fields,
marking
significant
advancement
in
sustainable
illumination
technology.
ACS Nano,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: May 13, 2025
Mechanoluminescent
materials
hold
immense
potential
for
various
transformative
applications,
from
medical
imaging
and
diagnostics
to
health
monitoring
wearable
displays.
Conventionally
produced
as
bulk
powders
or
microparticles,
they
face
significant
size
limitations
advanced
particularly
in
biological
systems
microscale
devices.
This
work
presents
an
approach
ZnS:Mn2+
nanocrystal
synthesis
that
involves
self-assembly
subsequent
calcination.
In
addition
effective
control
within
the
nanoscale,
this
promotes
formation
of
abundant
stacking
faults,
significantly
enhancing
piezoelectric
mechanoluminescent
properties
by
increasing
trap
density
reducing
depth.
Unlike
using
conventional
methods,
these
nanocrystals
demonstrate
strong
mechanoluminescence
without
requiring
UV
pre-excitation,
light
emission
persists
even
after
mechanical
stress
is
removed.
These
advantageous
make
them
promising
candidates
optogenetic
neuromodulation,
can
effectively
trigger
electrical
signals
neurons
upon
ultrasound
stimulation
both
with
pre-excitation.
The
persistent
prolongs
duration
neuronal
activity,
providing
extended
temporal
window
neuromodulation
compared
materials.
study
provides
a
scalable
method
producing
efficient
nanoparticles
reveals
crucial
role
particle
defect
structures
determining
their
behavior.
Advanced Functional Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Oct. 11, 2024
Abstract
Mechanoluminescent
(ML)
materials
convert
mechanical
stimuli
into
light
emission,
enabling
applications
in
stress
distribution
visualization,
structural
health
monitoring,
biomechanical
imaging,
and
sono‐optogenetics.
Achieving
efficient
full‐spectrum
ML
represents
a
long‐standing
challenge.
Zinc
alkaline
earth
metal
oxysulfides,
namely
CaZnOS,
SrZnOS,
BaZnOS,
SrZn
2
S
O,
have
emerged
as
prominent
contenders
this
field
due
to
their
exceptional
properties.
These
feature
low‐stress
thresholds
for
emission
activation,
high
intensity
without
the
need
irradiation
charging,
tunable
spectra
ranging
from
visible
near‐infrared,
thus
advancing
research
broadening
application
possibilities.
Here,
comprehensive
review
of
significant
advancements
made
on
zinc
oxysulfides
over
past
decade,
encompassing
synthesis,
characterization,
mechanisms,
promising
is
presented.
Special
attention
focused
addressing
conflicting
reports
generation
conditions,
recent
progress
accurately
characterizing
performance,
understanding
mechanical‐to‐optical
conversion
processes.
Future
directions
fundamental
challenges
translating
these
practical
are
also
discussed.
