Physica Scripta,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
99(1), P. 015923 - 015923
Published: Dec. 19, 2023
Abstract
The
characteristics
of
metal–organic
framework
(MOF)
composites
make
them
the
most
significant
materials
for
energy
conversion
applications.
MOFs
are
hybrid
molecular
frameworks
synthesized
using
metal
ions
like
Copper,
Cobalt,
Zinc,
Nickel,
etc
and
organic
ligands
such
as
BTC,
NDC,
etc.
To
meet
fulfill
futuristic
demands
needs,
it
is
feasible
to
expand
cost-effective
solar
cell
devices
MOF
materials,
therefore
in
present
work,
Cobalt-based
(Co-MOF)
by
coordinating
Cobalt
nitrate
1,3,5
Benzene
tricarboxylic
acid
(BTC
or
Trimesic
acid)
ligand
Solvothermal
method.
study
physiochemical
properties
Co-BTC
MOFs,
these
have
gone
through
a
variety
characterization
processes
where
structural
exploration
unveils
that
intensity
dominant
peak
obtained
at
18.7°
gradually
decreases
with
decrease
concentration
trimesic
ligand.
First
second
weight
losses,
corresponding
release
solvent
molecules
breakdown
frameworks,
respectively,
were
detected
thermogravimetric
analysis
(TGA)
measurements.
In
FTIR
spectra,
metal-oxide,
modified
benzene,
carboxylic,
hydroxyl
groups
different
modes
vibrations
observed.
Analysis
surface
morphology
demonstrated
creation
rod-like
geometry
whereas
elemental
studies
inveterate
effective
formation
MOFs.
Additionally,
optimized
applied
potential
interfacial
layer
cells
outcome
implies
device
designed
10
LBL
cycle
evolutions
provided
relatively
desirable
performance
parameters.
findings
recommended
material
progression
necessary
develop
high-performance
MOF-based
devices.
npj Clean Water,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
7(1)
Published: Nov. 30, 2024
Metal-Organic
Frameworks
(MOFs)
are
versatile
materials
with
tailorable
structures,
high
surface
areas,
and
controlled
pore
sizes,
making
them
ideal
for
gas
storage,
separation,
catalysis,
notably
wastewater
treatment
by
removing
pollutants
like
antibiotics
heavy
metals.
Functionalization
enhances
their
applications
in
energy
conversion
environmental
remediation.
Despite
challenges
stability
cost,
ongoing
innovation
MOFs
contributes
to
the
circular
economy
aligns
Sustainable
Development
Goals.
Case Studies in Chemical and Environmental Engineering,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
10, P. 100828 - 100828
Published: June 27, 2024
A
series
of
bimetallic
metal-organic
frameworks
(MOFs)
photocatalysts
had
been
successfully
synthesized
by
doping
nickel
(Ni)
into
zeolitic
imidazolate
framework-8
(ZIF-8)
for
enhanced
photodegradation
methylene
blue
(MB).
Optical
characterization
revealed
that
the
Ni-ZIF-8
composites
possessed
a
narrower
bandgap
and
lower
recombination
rate
charge
carriers
than
pristine
ZIF-8.
The
Ni(20)-ZIF-8
composite
showed
highest
MB
efficiency
up
to
93.22
%
in
150
min,
with
use
30
mg
photocatalyst,
50
mL
mg/L
solution,
neutral
pH.
scavenger
test
clearly
proved
h+
•OH
were
main
active
species.