This
study
evaluates
the
performance
of
heat
pumps
using
water
or
ice
as
source,
with
energy
transferred
via
repurposed
gas
delivery
pipes.
The
proposed
system
offers
significant
benefits
for
urban
networks,
particularly
in
densely
populated
areas.
article
is
divided
into
two
main
sections:
first
compares
thermal
efficiency
residential
heating
against
similar
pumps.
second
section
examines
implementation,
transfer
capacity,
and
requirements
a
pipeline
network.
models
various
systems,
including
electric-resistance,
air-source,
water-source,
ground-source,
ice-source
pumps,
Nottingham
throughout
year.
results
show
that
switching
from
to
significantly
increases
electricity
demand,
especially
during
peak
periods.
Specifically,
electric-resistance
heating,
increase
consumption
by
factors
7.5,
3.2,
2.5,
2.7,
respectively,
compared
boiler.
Additionally,
exceeds
current
89%,
47%,
35%,
39%
hours
year
each
respective
system.
These
findings
emphasize
system's
role
managing
demand
enhancing
generation
transmission
capacity
post-natural
phase-out.
RSC Advances,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14(3), P. 2102 - 2115
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
NiCoMn
metal–organic
frameworks
(MOFs)
are
one
of
the
most
sought-after
materials
in
domain
supercapacitors.
Here,
they
composited
with
rGO
and
polyaniline
to
increase
surface
area
conductivity,
aiming
for
enhanced
energy
density.
ChemistrySelect,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
9(35)
Published: Sept. 17, 2024
Abstract
Nanodiamonds
(NDs)
are
utilized
for
various
purposes
in
dentistry,
such
as
tissue
regeneration,
gene
therapy,
and
medication
delivery.
Despite
the
examination
of
their
potential
dental
uses,
there
is
currently
no
published
review
summarizing
conducted
investigations.
Additional
investigations
required
to
comprehend
biological
compatibility
NDs
dentistry.
have
been
proven
effective
a
variety
applications
dentistry
because
unique
qualities
target
cell
selectivity,
nanometer
size,
fluorescence.
find
encompassing
roles
directed
reinforcing
polymers,
administering
medications
treating
infections
cancer.
Researchers
also
suggested
use
nanodiamonds
coatings
antibacterial
or
bioactive
implants.
Nevertheless,
on
scarce
insufficient
so
far,
necessitating
significantly
further
studies
envision
It
believed
that
within
ten
years
come,
these
emerging
substances
will
discover
several
kinds
daily
usage
practice.
Clean Energy,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
8(4), P. 147 - 168
Published: May 22, 2024
Abstract
Hydrogen
has
gained
enormous
relevance
due
to
its
lower
carbon
footprint
and
potential
role
in
balancing
energy
supply
demand.
It
is
being
considered
as
a
sustainable
substitute
for
conventional
fuels.
The
generation
of
hydrogen
using
renewable
sources
still
development,
with
significant
challenge
lying
the
efficient
safe
storage
low
density.
This
hinders
widespread
adoption
hydrogen.
Compression
liquefaction
methods
face
issues
losses
that
reduce
their
effectiveness.
technology
advanced
significantly
past
few
years,
driven
by
recent
enhancements
synthesizing
carbonaceous
materials
capabilities.
article
critically
reviews
novel
storage,
including
biochar,
activated
carbon,
nanotubes,
nanocomposites,
aerogel,
fullerenes,
MXenes,
graphite,
graphene
derivatives.
Effective
adsorption
microporous
materials,
such
carbons,
crucial,
sparking
interest
economically
viable
options
storage.
Despite
this,
amount
work
needs
be
accomplished
before
advantages
economy
can
fully
realized
utilized
manufacturers
academics.
Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
17(10), P. 2268 - 2268
Published: May 11, 2024
Gel-based
materials
have
garnered
significant
interest
in
recent
years,
primarily
due
to
their
remarkable
structural
flexibility,
ease
of
modulation,
and
cost-effective
synthesis
methodologies.
Specifically,
polymer-based
conductive
gels,
characterized
by
unique
conjugated
structures
incorporating
both
localized
sigma
pi
bonds,
emerged
as
choice
for
a
wide
range
applications.
These
gels
demonstrate
an
exceptional
integration
solid
liquid
phases
within
three-dimensional
matrix,
further
enhanced
the
incorporation
nanofillers.
This
composition
endows
them
with
versatility
that
finds
application
across
diverse
array
fields,
including
wearable
energy
devices,
health
monitoring
systems,
robotics,
devices
designed
interactive
human-body
integration.
The
multifunctional
nature
gel
is
evidenced
inherent
stretchability,
self-healing
capabilities,
conductivity
(both
ionic
electrical),
alongside
multidimensional
properties.
However,
these
properties
into
single
material,
tailored
meet
specific
mechanical
chemical
requirements
various
applications,
presents
challenge.
review
aims
shed
light
on
current
advancements
materials,
particular
focus
devices.
Additionally,
it
critically
assesses
limitations
material
design
strategies
proposes
potential
avenues
future
research,
particularly
realm
