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Atomic-Layer-Deposited ZnF2 on Al Enabling in situ NaF/Na–Zn Interphase for Robust Anode-Free Sodium Batteries

This study presents an atomic-layer-deposited ZnF₂-coated aluminum current collector that electrochemically transforms into a synergistic NaF/Na–Zn interphase, enabling highly reversible sodium plating and achieving exceptional cycling stability in high-energy-density anode-free sodium batteries.

Viet Phuong Nguyen, Angelina Sarapuva, Michael Güthel, Markus Knäbeler-Buß, Chanin Kim, Young Won Byeon, Monwon Lee, Kan (…)2026-08-21
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NiCo alloys anchored on N-doped carbon nanotubes as efficient bifunctional electrocatalysts for overall water splitting

This study reports the synthesis of microflower-like NiCo alloy nanoparticles anchored on nitrogen-doped carbon nanotubes (NiCo@NCNTs) via hydrothermal and calcination methods, which function as highly efficient and stable bifunctional electrocatalysts for overall water splitting, achieving a cell voltage of 1.70 V at 10 mA cm⁻².

Yufeng Hao, Hu Zhou, Yu Zhang, Yanxin Qiao, Chunfeng Meng, Aihua Yuan, Yishan Jiang, Qichao Zhang2026-08-20
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Corrosion Initiation and Propagation of High-Strength Steel for Marine Engineering in 3.5 wt.% NaCl Solution

This study demonstrates that Ni8CrMoV high-strength steel exhibits superior corrosion resistance compared to Ni2CrMo steel in marine environments due to its higher Ni and Mo contents, which promote the formation of a protective rust layer and isolated pitting, whereas the lower alloying content of Ni2CrMo leads to rapid pit coalescence and accelerated transition to uniform corrosion.

Wanbin Chen, Xiaoyu Zhao, Yizhe Liang, Tigang Duan, Lingyu Xu, Mingyu Wang, Yi Huang, Yunze Xu2026-08-20
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Stability Indicating HPTLC Method Development and Validation for Simultaneous Estimation of Polmacoxib and Paracetamol in Bulk and tablet dosage form

This paper presents the development and validation of a simple, accurate, and stability-indicating HPTLC method for the simultaneous quantification of Polmacoxib and Paracetamol in bulk and tablet formulations, demonstrating excellent linearity, specificity, and robustness under various stress conditions.

Arun Maruti Kashid, Rucha Ravikiran Takalkar, Jayshree Kailas Kokane, Pranav Kailas Deore2026-08-20
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Nanosepiolite/MXene synergistically enhances the flame retardancy and mechanism of ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer with ammonium polyphosphate

This study demonstrates that a ternary synergistic flame retardant system combining ammonium polyphosphate, nanosepiolite, and MXene significantly enhances the flame retardancy and mechanical properties of ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer by forming a dense, reinforced carbon layer, offering a promising solution for high-performance new energy cable protection.

Xuezheng Huang, Zhipeng Hou, Feng Liang, Junfeng Tian, Jianxi Li, Li Wu2026-08-20
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Organic-Inorganic Hyphenated Beads Supporting Co-adsorption of Congo Red and Crystal Violet dyes: Studies on Composition Flip-Flop and Crosslinking Effects

This study demonstrates the successful fabrication of novel organic-inorganic hybrid beads, composed of crosslinked chitosan, kaolin, and grafted HEMA, which effectively co-adsorb Congo Red and Crystal Violet dyes from binary mixtures with high efficiency under acidic conditions, following pseudo-second-order kinetics.

Arundhati Chakraborty, Sonai Dutta, Reetika Sarkar, Debasis Brahma, Anirban Mukherjee, Amit Sen, Prasenjit Ghosh, Rabind (…)2026-08-20
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Synergistic Effects of Sulphur Content and Submerged Arc Welding Parameters on the Mechanical Properties, Corrosion Resistance, and Microstructural Evolution of API 5L X60 Steel

This study demonstrates that optimizing submerged arc welding parameters, particularly by increasing welding speed to reduce heat input, significantly enhances the mechanical properties and corrosion resistance of API 5L X60 steel in sulfur-rich environments by refining the microstructure and mitigating the severe degradation caused by high sulfur exposure.

Haider Mahdi lieth, Muslim Qasem Abdulredah2026-08-20
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Comparative and comprehensive study on structural and optical properties of Methylammonium Lead Iodide and Methylammonium Bismuth Iodide

This study synthesizes and characterizes both lead-based Methylammonium Lead Iodide and lead-free Methylammonium Bismuth Iodide perovskites using a precursor solution method, conducting a comparative analysis of their structural and optical properties to evaluate the latter as a safer alternative for photovoltaic applications.

Hasan Abbas, Zishan H. Khan2026-08-20
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Hydrogen Sensing Properties of Functionalized Graphite–Palladium Nanocomposites: Correlated Structural, Spectroscopic and Charge-Transfer Driven detection Mechanism

This study demonstrates that functionalized graphite–palladium nanocomposites, synthesized via a wet-chemical route and featuring well-dispersed Pd nanoparticles, function as effective room-temperature hydrogen sensors with optimal performance at 33 wt% Pd, driven by a charge-transfer mechanism involving PdHx-mediated work-function modulation and defect-assisted electron transfer.

Papiya Saha, Binaya Kumar Sahu, Shubham Roy, Rabindra Nath Juine2026-08-20
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Effects of Nitrogen and Vanadium Additions on Microstructures, Tensile and Impact Properties of a Cast Austenitic High–Manganese Steel for Cryogenic Application

This study demonstrates that adding nitrogen and vanadium to a cast austenitic high-manganese steel significantly enhances its strength, ductility, and cryogenic impact toughness through interstitial solid-solution strengthening, vanadium nitride precipitation, and twinning-induced plasticity, resulting in a notably higher stacking fault energy compared to baseline and commercial alloys.

Soon-Tae Kim, In-Sung Lee, Hyung-Min Jung, Sang-Min Kim2026-08-20