Introducing oxygen defects and downsizing graphdiyne to the quantum regime induces a change in its photophysical properties and light harvesting ability. Defects-rich graphdiyne quantum dots act then as chromophore that collects light and injects electrons into TiO2. The donor–acceptor system demonstrates a higher hydrogen evolution reaction using...

Systematically theoretical calculations are performed to seek the optimal transition metals dopant to improve the stability of PBAs. Based on theoretical results, the as-prepared sample with 20 at.% Cu doping (CuFeHCF-2) exhibits superior electrochemical performance. Abstract Rational element doping is demonstrated as an effective strategy...

Intrinsically stretchable organic solar cells (IS-OSCs) with exceptional mechanical robustness is developed, by constructing co-continuous networks of conjugated polymers (D18) and elastomers (SEBS) within planar-heterojunction type photoactive layers. Abstract High power conversion efficiency (PCE) and mechanical robustness are prerequisites...

Isostatic pouch cell holders are used to apply a more uniform and accurate cycling pressure to all-solid-state pouch cells than conventional uniaxial cell holders, with air as the pressurizing medium. The isostatic cycling technique is proven to enhance the cycling performance of LiNi0.8Co0.1Mn0.1O2 | Li6PS5Cl | Si pouch cells under cycling pressures...

Polysulfide-free aqueous Zn─S rechargeable battery renders a low-cost and environmentally friendly energy storage system for regulating dendritic growth and corrosion, which have adverse effects on capacity, via employing EG and I2 as an electrolyte additive in aqueous Zn(OAc)2 electrolyte. This led to reduced Zn anode corrosion rate by 15 times along...

This study reveals In redox reactions at the interface between a halide solid-electrolyte and a Li-In alloy anode. The migration of the in situ generated In3+ leads to the formation, growth, and eventual stabilization of a Li3-xInxYCl6 anode-electrolyte interphase over cycling. Such dynamic evolution enables the excellent performance of high-energy...