In
this
study,
piezocatalyst
composites
were
synthesized
using
hybrid
films
of
Ba(Zr,Ti)O3/Polyvinylidene
fluoride
(BZT/PVDF)
with
graphene
nanoplatelets
(GNP)
for
the
Rhodamine
B
(RhB)
discoloration.
X-ray
diffraction
and
Raman
spectroscopy
analyses
confirmed
composite
formation
without
altering
short/long-range
structures,
stabilizing
β
phase
PVDF.
Scanning
electron
microscopy
revealed
crucial
morphological
changes
influencing
piezocatalytic
response
films.
RhB
discoloration
tests
underscored
efficacy
BZT/GNP/PVDF
due
to
enhanced
system
polarization
provided
by
GNP.
This
work
provides
insights
into
delicate
balance
components
flexible,
heavy
metal-free
composites,
advancing
their
design
applications.
SusMat,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
4(5)
Published: Aug. 6, 2024
Abstract
Increasing
climate‐related
extreme
weather
events
and
conflicts
hinder
safe
water
sanitation
for
vulnerable
populations.
In
developing
areas,
centralized
systems
are
impractical
due
to
high
costs
poor
infrastructure.
Thus,
technologies
utilizing
renewable
energy
like
solar
mechanical
treatment
hold
promise.
It
is
critical
develop
photocatalysts
piezoelectric/triboelectric
catalysts
that
capture
as
well
generate
disinfectants
maximize
utilization.
The
latest
advancements
in
principles,
materials,
processes
disinfection
highlighted
this
review.
First,
we
elucidate
both
direct
indirect
mechanisms
of
sunlight‐mediated
disinfection,
discuss
the
evolution
from
simple
UV
absorption
visible‐light
utilization,
even
near‐infrared
light
exploitation
enhance
spectrum
utilization
efficiency.
Furthermore,
delve
into
fundamental
principles
piezoelectricity
triboelectricity
relying
on
conversion
summarize
development
piezo/triboelectric
being
driven
by
high‐frequency
low‐frequency
environment.
Finally,
challenges
directions
efficient
outlined
inspire
rational
design
strategies
accelerate
production
superior
catalytic
applicable
across
a
broad
range.
International Journal of Hydrogen Energy,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
78, P. 218 - 235
Published: June 25, 2024
The
focus
on
sustainable
energy
sources
is
intensifying
as
they
present
a
viable
alternative
to
conventional
fossil
fuels.
emergence
of
clean
and
renewable
hydrogen
fuel
marks
significant
technological
shift
toward
decarbonizing
the
environment.
Harnessing
mechanical
thermal
through
piezoelectric
pyroelectric
catalysis
has
emerged
an
effective
strategy
for
producing
contributing
reducing
dependence
carbon-based
In
this
regard,
review
presents
recent
advances
in
induced
by
excitations,
respectively,
towards
generation
via
water
splitting
process.
A
thorough
description
fundamental
principles
underlying
effects
provided,
complemented
analysis
catalytic
processes
these
effects.
Subsequently,
are
examined
propose
prerequisites
needed
such
catalysts
achieve
reaction
generation.
Special
attention
devoted
identifying
various
strategies
adopted
enhance
production
order
provide
new
paths
increased
efficiency.
