Synthesis of Hybrid ZnO Nanohexagons and Nanorods with CNT Embedded in PVC Film for Advanced Insulation and Optoelectronic Applications
ECS Journal of Solid State Science and Technology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
14(3), P. 031004 - 031004
Published: Feb. 24, 2025
This
study
focuses
on
the
synthesis,
characterization,
and
application
of
a
novel
polyvinyl
chloride
(PVC)/carbon
nanotube
(CNT)/zinc
oxide
(ZnO)
hybrid
nanocomposite.
ZnO
nanostructures
with
two
distinct
morphologies
(nanohexagons
nanorods)
were
synthesized
embedded
within
PVC
matrix
alongside
CNTs
to
achieve
functional
composite.
TEM
analysis
revealed
presence
both
nanohexagon
nanorod
structures
CNTs.
SEM
EDX
analyses
confirmed
uniform
distribution
matrix.
FTIR
UV–vis
successful
integration
ZnO,
exhibiting
well-defined
high
aspect
ratio.
The
optical
properties
are
characterized
by
reduction
in
bandgap
from
5.40
eV
for
PVC/ZnO
4.60
PVC/ZnO/5%CNT,
indicating
an
increase
absorption
visible
spectrum.
Furthermore,
AC
conductivity
demonstrates
significant
frequency
dependence,
increasing
CNT
concentration
due
formation
conductive
pathways.
dielectric
constant
also
shows
enhanced
values
increased
content,
attributed
improved
interfacial
polarization.
simulation
electric
field
reveals
that
PVC/CNT/ZnO
nanocomposite
exhibits
more
than
conventional
PVC.
concludes
has
potential
applications
optoelectronics
devices.
Language: Английский
Tailoring optical and electrical properties of PVP-I2 complexes through gamma irradiation-induced structural defect Engineering for optoelectronic applications
Results in Chemistry,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
11, P. 101827 - 101827
Published: Oct. 1, 2024
Language: Английский
Effect of irradiation on Co0.72Sr0.07Ni0.21Fe2O4 ferrite nanoparticles and their catalytic efficiency in water treatment
Journal of Thermoplastic Composite Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Nov. 27, 2024
This
study
investigates
the
magnetic,
thermal,
and
electrical
properties
of
Co
0.72
Sr
0.07
Ni
0.21
Fe
2
O
4
ferrite
nanoparticles
under
different
conditions,
including
as-prepared,
irradiated
(at
a
dose
100
kGy
in
CO
atmosphere),
aged
1000°C).
The
magnetic
are
analyzed
using
M-H
loops,
revealing
that
sample
exhibits
highest
magnetization
values.
observed
decrease
after
irradiation
increase
aging
is
consistent
due
to
presence
new
phase
(γ-FeOOH)
XRD
confirms.
Electrical
conductivity
measurements
demonstrate
increased
grain
boundaries,
while
shows
attributed
oxygen
vacancies.
As
well
as
nanocomposite
PVP
1000°C)
found
be
effective
degrading
Toluidine
Blue
(TB)
dye
through
catalytic
oxidation
photodegradation
mechanisms.
degradation
TB
provides
valuable
insights
into
potential
application
these
environmental
remediation
wastewater
treatment.
Also,
demonstrated
significant
antimicrobial
activity
against
five
pathogenic
bacterial
strains
commonly
contaminated
water,
with
superior
effectiveness
Gram-negative
bacteria,
particularly
Salmonella
enterica
Pseudomonas
aeruginosa,
suggesting
its
an
water
treatment
agent.
novelty
aims
analyze
changes
irradiated,
samples.
Additionally,
efficiency
examined,
providing
their
Language: Английский