- Advanced Cellulose Research Studies
- Electrospun Nanofibers in Biomedical Applications
- Supercapacitor Materials and Fabrication
- Advanced Battery Materials and Technologies
- Advanced Sensor and Energy Harvesting Materials
- biodegradable polymer synthesis and properties
- Nanocomposite Films for Food Packaging
- Natural Fiber Reinforced Composites
- Advanced battery technologies research
- Ferroelectric and Piezoelectric Materials
- Microwave Dielectric Ceramics Synthesis
- Crystallization and Solubility Studies
- X-ray Diffraction in Crystallography
- Polysaccharides and Plant Cell Walls
- Hydrogen Storage and Materials
- Textile materials and evaluations
- Advanced Battery Technologies Research
- Acoustic Wave Resonator Technologies
- Polydiacetylene-based materials and applications
- Research in Cotton Cultivation
- Material Properties and Processing
- Multiferroics and related materials
- Membrane-based Ion Separation Techniques
- Electrohydrodynamics and Fluid Dynamics
- Polymer composites and self-healing
Edinburgh Napier University
2011-2025
Wuhan Textile University
2019
Electro-blown spinning (EBS) is an emergent hybridized nanofibers formation technology. Recently, there has been a great interest in introducing this novel method for producing sub-micron, and into several applications. For the first time, comprehensive paper provides detailed review EBS process, including working principle, operation parameters, materials, setup modifications, various manufacturing process which combines between solution-blown (SBS) electrospinning driving forces. The can...
It is crucial to discover lead-free materials with ultrahigh recoverable energy density ([Formula: see text][Formula: text]) that can be employed in future pulse power capacitors. In this work, a high [Formula: text]of 4.51 J/cm 3 was successfully obtained Nd-doped AgNb[Formula: text]Ta[Formula: text]O antiferroelectric ceramics at an applied electric field of 290 kV/cm. discovered Nd doping paired Nb-site vacancies could stabilize the phase by lowering temperatures M1–M2 and M2–M3...
This study explores the valorisation of alum sludge, a byproduct water treatment processes, as sustainable reinforcement material in Poly(butylene adipate-co-terephthalate) (PBAT) composites. The research aims to address industrial waste challenges by developing eco-friendly composite materials while promoting circular economy principles. Alum sludge particles, classified into two size distributions (<63 µm and <250 µm), were incorporated PBAT matrices at varying concentrations....
Abstract In this study, surface chemistry, the morphological properties, water retention values, linear viscoelastic crystallinity index, tensile strength and thermal properties of hyacinth (WH) cellulose were correlated with degree mechanical processing under high-pressure homogenisation. An initial low-pressure shear WH stems resulted in ease chemical extraction good quality using mild concentrations reagents ambient temperature. Further passes through homogeniser an overall improvement...
Abstract Homogeneous high aspect ratio cellulose nanofibrils (CNFs) were prepared from Laminaria hyperborea (LH) seaweed without any initial mechanical, biological or chemical pre-treatments. Fourier-transform infrared spectrophotometry revealed that LH was of the I α allomorph, typical algal cellulose. Compared with wood derived CNF, significant enhancements in crystallinity, viscoelastic properties, water retention values (WRV) and morphological characteristics identified a single pass at...
Flexible and green energy storage devices have a wide range of applications in prospective electronics connected devices. In this study, new eco-friendly bilayer separator primary secondary paper supercapacitors based on manganese dioxide (MnO2)/carbon black (CB) are developed. The is prepared via two-step fabrication process involving freeze–thawing nonsolvent-induced phase separation. exhibits superior porosity 46%, wettability 46.5°, electrolyte uptake 194% when compared with Celgard 2320...
Abstract Nanocomposite films have been developed where a galactomannan (guar) matrix was reinforced with cellulose nanowhiskers and plasticized using sorbitol. The properties of these were compared made from guar only. examined scanning electron microscopy dynamic vapor sorption. sorption kinetics analyzed parallel exponential (PEK) this data interpreted the Kelvin‐Voigt (K‐V) viscoelastic model. Substantial differences in behavior noted between films. Addition (CNWs) to resulted change...
Suspensions of cellulose micro- and nanofibrils are widely used in coatings, fibre spinning, 3D printing as rheology modifiers where they frequently exposed to shear rates > 104 s−1, often within small confinements. High-shear rate rheological characterisation for these systems is therefore vital. Rheological data at high-shear normally obtained using capillary microfluidic rheometers, which found relative scarcity research facilities compared rotational rheometers. Also, secondary flows...
Global energy demand is rising due to the rapid development and adoption of new technologies in every sector. Hence, there a need introduce clean source that does not cause damage environment. Aluminium-air battery with its high theoretical specific volumetric capacity an exciting alternative for post-lithium storage has been at forefront research years. However, conventional aqueous electrolyte-based aluminium-air bulky liquid storage, parasitic corrosion aluminium contact electrolyte,...
Uncovering lead-free materials with an exceptionally high recoverable energy density is vital for the creation of future pulse power capacitors. This study determined that introducing Tungsten (W) and Tantalum (Ta) into Nb-site AgNbO3 antiferroelectric ceramics, while offsetting this vacancies at Ag-site, can effectively maintain electrical homogeneity. Additionally, employing co-doping approach secure phases by lowering necessary temperatures M1-M2 M2-M3 phase transitions. may prove...
The hydrolysis and condensation (aging) dynamics of aqueous solutions (3-glycidyloxypropyl)trimethoxysilane (GPS), vinyltrimethoxysilane (VTS), (3-aminopropyl)trimethoxysilane (APS) their penetrability into the cell walls European spruce (Picea abies) wood were studied to investigate feasibility using silanes as a wall modifying agent for other lignocellulosic materials. size distribution silane particles in solution was determined dynamic light scattering apparatus increased with aging...
Abstract Inverted nozzle-pressurized gyration was used as a processing methodology for regenerating cellulose extracted from Laminaria hyperborea the first time. The viscoelasticity of cellulose/1-ethyl-3-methylimidazolium acetate (EMIM OAc) solutions exhibited high concentration dependence, leading to production products with diverse structures. regenerated transitioned thin films fibers (≈ 5 μm diameter) increased. impact collection distance and working pressure on morphology yield...
The burgeoning significance of antiferroelectric (AFE) materials, particularly as viable candidates for electrostatic energy storage capacitors in power electronics, has sparked substantial interest. Among these, lead-free sodium niobate (NaNbO3) AFE materials are emerging eco-friendly and promising alternatives to lead-based which pose risks human health the environment, attributed their superior recoverable density dielectric breakdown strength. This review offers an insightful overview...
Flexible dielectric materials with environmental-friendly, low-cost and high-energy density characteristics are in increasing demand as the world steps into new Industrial 4.0 era. In this work, an elastomeric nanocomposite was developed by incorporating two components: cellulose nanofibrils (CNFs) recycled alum sludge, reinforcement phase to improve properties, a bio-elastomer matrix. CNF sludge were produced processing waste that would otherwise be disposed landfills. A biodegradable...
Abstract Industrial 4.0 accelerates the need to introduce clean energy accommodate increase in electricity demand globally without causing environmental issues. Metal-air battery is a new type of storage system which metal anode consumed generate through electrochemical reaction. Among various types anode, aluminum promising carrier. Aluminum-air shows advantages such as high capacity, abundance, low cost, and being environmentally friendly. Traditional aqueous aluminum-air experiences...
The use of sustainable materials as alternatives to fossil fuel derived is vital tackle the current environmental challenges. Cellulose, a naturally occurring polymer, good candidate for above endeavour due its excellent intrinsic properties. When considering sources used processing cellulose materials, it wise consider waste that are rich in content, rather than using high-grade resources like wood; integrating with concept circular economy address and economic challenges from waste, well...