Next Nanotechnology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
5, P. 100060 - 100060
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
Microplastics
(MPs)
constitute
a
serious
threat
to
the
environment
due
their
pervasiveness
and
potential
negative
effects
on
various
life
forms.
The
quest
for
novel
methods
targeting
degradation
of
MPs
has
increased
in
recent
years.
Recent
studies
research,
focussed
techniques
like
biodegradation,
thermal
degradation,
pyrolization
nanoparticle-mediated
microplastic
as
prominent
way
overcome
this
issue.
In
realm
emerging
methodologies,
metal-organic
frameworks
(MOFs)
exhibit
significant
degradation.
MOFs
are
highly
porous
2D
or
3D
materials
with
large
surface
area,
adaptable
chemical
composition,
configurable
pore
size.
These
properties
render
suitable
adsorption
MPs.
efficacy
MOF-mediated
is
dependent
type
MOF,
size,
shape
MPs,
environmental
conditions.
They
also
sustainable,
efficient,
materials,
making
them
suited
This
review
examines
diverse
methodologies
encompassing
processes
such
hydrolysis,
oxidation,
photo-degradation,
bio-mimicking,
phase
transformation,
photoelectrochemical
mechanisms.
Future
research
prospects
application
MP
have
been
addressed.
still
its
infancy,
but
it
represent
advancement
area.
last
section
covers
field's
obstacles
constraints,
including
ways
use
clean-up
that
economical,
environmentally
friendly,
technically
comprehensive.
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
21(1), P. 1383 - 1394
Published: Jan. 19, 2024
The
increasing
global
emphasis
on
sustainable
energy
solutions
has
fueled
a
growing
interest
in
integrating
solar
power
systems
into
urban
landscapes.
This
paper
presents
comprehensive
review
of
the
current
state
integration
areas,
with
focus
design
innovations
and
efficiency
enhancements.
Urban
environments
pose
unique
challenges
for
implementation,
such
as
limited
space,
shading,
aesthetic
considerations.
explores
range
aimed
at
overcoming
these
challenges,
including
panels
building
facades,
windows,
infrastructure.
examination
advancements
provides
insights
maximizing
capture
while
seamlessly
blending
technologies
fabric.
Efficiency
enhancements
play
pivotal
role
viability
integration.
analyzes
emerging
methodologies
that
boost
contexts.
includes
photovoltaic
cell
technologies,
storage
solutions,
intelligent
grid
exploration
efficiency-enhancing
strategies
sheds
light
potential
increased
yield
reliability
installations.
Moreover,
discusses
smart
city
concepts
optimizing
data
analytics,
Internet
Things
(IoT)
devices,
artificial
intelligence
is
explored
means
to
enhance
monitoring,
control,
maintenance
In
conclusion,
this
nuanced
evolving
landscape
areas.
By
exploring
enhancements,
contributes
valuable
researchers,
policymakers,
practitioners
seeking
promote
environment.
Advanced Materials,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
35(39)
Published: June 15, 2023
Abstract
As
an
efficient
alternative
for
harnessing
the
energy
from
human's
biofluid,
a
wearable
harvesting–storage
hybrid
supercapacitor–biofuel
cell
(SC‐BFC)
microfluidic
system
is
established
with
one
multifunctional
electrode.
The
electrode
integrates
metal–organic
framework
(MOF)
derived
carbon
nanoarrays
embedded
Au,
Co
nanoparticles
on
flexible
substrate,
and
used
symmetric
supercapacitor
as
well
enzyme
nanocarriers
of
biofuel
cell.
electrochemical
performance
proposed
evaluated,
corresponding
working
mechanism
studied
in
depth
according
to
cyclic
voltammetry
density
functional
theory
calculation.
multiplexed
designed
pump
store
natural
sweat
maintain
continuous
supply
SC‐BFC
system.
module
harvests
electricity
lactate
sweat,
accommodates
bioelectricity
subsequent
utilization.
A
numerical
model
developed
validate
normal
operation
poor
rich
under
variable
situations
One
single
unit
can
be
self‐charged
≈0.8
V
superior
mechanical
durability
on‐body
testing,
power
values
7.2
mJ
80.3
µW,
respectively.
It
illustrates
promising
scenery
iScience,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
26(9), P. 107674 - 107674
Published: Aug. 18, 2023
Wind
energy
is
crucial
for
meeting
climate
and
sustainability
targets.
Small
wind
turbines
(SWTs)
have
gained
significant
attention
due
to
their
size
adaptability.
These
potential
Internet
of
Things
(IoT)
applications,
particularly
in
powering
large
areas
low-power
devices.
This
review
examines
SWTs
IoT
providing
an
extensive
overview
development,
including
rectifiers,
power
generation
mechanisms,
applications.
The
paper
summarizes
compares
different
types
explores
recent
advancements
representative
work,
discusses
applicable
generator
systems
such
as
electromagnetic,
piezoelectric,
triboelectric
nanogenerators.
In
addition,
it
thoroughly
reviews
the
latest
research
on
application
scenarios,
transportation,
urban
environments,
intelligent
agriculture,
self-powered
sensing.
Lastly,
identifies
future
directions
emphasizes
interdisciplinary
technologies
driving
SWT
development.
