Wuhan Institute of Technology

Degradation-Grafting Mechanochemical Treatment of Recycled Polypropylene as an Asphalt Modifier: Rheological Behavior and Microscopic Mechanisms

As a common solid waste, recycled polypropylene (RPP) has been demonstrated to be a viable asphalt modifier for enhancing pavement performance. However, its direct application still faces bottlenecks including high processing temperatures, poor dispersion, and unstable performanc...

Bioinspired Self-Floating Hydrogel-Coated Foam for Synergistic Solar Power Generation and Desalination

Abstract Interfacial solar-driven evaporation provides a sustainable route for freshwater generation, but practical implementation remains limited by salt accumulation, insufficient understanding of water/ion transport, and inefficient utilization of the evaporated vapor. Herein,...

Nanoconfinement-cooperated catalysis enables rapid tandem redox kinetics for wide-temperature lithium-sulfur batteries

The slow kinetics of sulfur cathodes caused by the high energy barriers of Li + desolvation stem primarily from the structure of the inner Helmholtz plane (IHP). Herein, a synergistic strategy combining electrochemical tandem catalysis with spatial nanoconfinement is proposed to...

Aesthetic preference and gaze-based visual attention in atlas-cover design: Evidence from an eye-tracking study

Atlas covers communicate thematic identity and shape first impressions, yet their design remains largely guided by heuristic experience rather than empirical evidence. Although eye-tracking research has examined map use, packaging design, and visual interfaces, little is known ab...

Charge-Carrier Behavior and Molecular Interface Engineering in Perovskite Light-Emitting Diodes

Abstract Molecular interface engineering has become increasingly important for improving the efficiency and stability of perovskite light-emitting diodes (PeLEDs). Although highly emissive perovskite materials have advanced rapidly, their translation into high-performance devices...

Towards Sustainable Manufacturing: A Reliability Prediction Method for Remanufacturing Processes Based on Causal Knowledge Enhancement Under Small Sample Characteristics

Remanufacturing is a core pathway for value-added utilization of waste resources and promoting sustainable manufacturing. Its process reliability directly determines product service safety and recycling benefits. Given that remanufacturing targets high-value personalized end-of-l...

Enhanced flotation separation of fine ilmenite from titanaugite using 5-alkyl salicylhydroxamic acid

To enhance the flotation separation of fine ilmenite and titanaugite, three novel alkyl salicylhydroxamic acids, 5-isopropyl salicylhydroxamic acid (ISHA), 5- tert -butyl salicylhydroxamic acid (TBSHA), and 5- tert -amyl salicylhydroxamic acid (TASHA), were developed. Flotation r...

Are two heads better than one? When and how commitment-focused HR attributions can trigger work engagement

Purpose Drawing on the Conservation of Resources theory, this study investigates how commitment-focused human resource (HR) attributions interact with leader-member exchange (LMX) in predicting work engagement via job crafting. Design/methodology/approach Three complementary stud...

Topology‐Dependent Iso ‐Propanol Dehydration Pathway Over Zeolites

ABSTRACT The zeolite‐catalyzed dehydration of low‐carbon alcohols is a crucial step in the conversion of biomass‐derived compounds. Compared to methanol and ethanol, the propanol dehydration mechanism remains poorly understood. The core challenge lies in the high reactivity and s...

Efficient Acidic H2O2 Electrosynthesis over Co Atoms Anchored on Nitrogen-Doped Hierarchical Porous Carbon

The two-electron oxygen reduction reaction (2e− ORR) presents a promising route for the on-site production of hydrogen peroxide (H2O2), offering a green alternative to energy-consuming anthraquinone process. However, the high selectivity toward the competing 4e− ORR over the desi...

Study on the Influence of Furfural on the Analysis of SARA Fractions

Elution chromatography was used to analyze the content of SARA (saturate, aromatic, resin, and asphaltene) fractions in simulated raffinate and extract phases containing furfural (FUL), and the influence mechanism of furfural on the content analysis of SARA in the two phases was...

Integrating Advanced Research Methods into Teaching Practice: Optimization of Water Caltrop Shell Extract Yield as a Green Corrosion Inhibitor Based on Response Surface Methodology

Abstract Traditional laboratory teaching often relies heavily on confirmatory experiments, which may provide limited opportunities for students to practice experimental design, data interpretation, and model-based decision-making. Building on our group’s prior work, we designed a...

Adsorption behavior of Rare-Earth ions on electrospun fibers functionalized with branched polyethyleneimine

The development of easily recoverable adsorbents containing abundant and accessible binding sites is essential for the efficient recovery of rare-earth ions from aqueous media. In this study, a branched polyethyleneimine-polyacrylonitrile (bPEI-PAN) fibrous adsorbent was fabricat...

Nickel-cobalt based nanostructures for supercapacitor electrodes: From hydroxides, oxides to sulfides and phosphides

Nickel‑cobalt-based nanostructures have attracted considerable attention as electrode materials for supercapacitors due to their bimetallic synergistic effects, abundant redox-active sites, and tunable nanostructures. This review systematically summarizes recent advances in four...

Halogen Doping Selectively Induces a High-Spin State in Octahedral Cobalt Sites for Boosting Electrochemiluminescence

Abstract In luminol-dissolved oxygen electrochemiluminescence (ECL) systems, endogenous O2 serves as a co-reactant, generating reactive oxygen species (ROS) in situ through cathodic oxygen reduction reaction (ORR). However, this process is constrained by spin-restricted kinetics...

Multi-objective constructal designs of a radiator with rectangular cooling channels and porous fins via composite-function, ANN and NSGA-II

A radiator model with rectangular cooling channels and porous fins is established in this study. With the premise of given volumes of cooling channels and porous fins, constructal design for the radiator is performed by varying the cooling channel aspect ratio ( γ c ) and ratio (...

Effect of Dimensional Compatibility Between rGO Sheets and B4C Particles on the Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of rGO–B4C Composites

The effect of dimensional compatibility between rGO sheets and B4C particles plays a critical role in governing the microstructure evolution and mechanical performance of rGO–B4C composites. In this work, rGO–B4C composites (5 wt.% GO addition) with varied initial B4C particle si...

Kinetic Regulation of Intercalation-Assisted Crystallization in Hybrid Evaporation–Solution Perovskite Solar Cells

Abstract Hybrid evaporation–solution processing offers a promising route for high-efficiency perovskite solar cells; however, the dense lead iodide (PbI2) framework leads to competing intercalation and dissolution–recrystallization pathways, resulting in incomplete conversion and...

Phosphate ester based nonaqueous electrolytes for sodium batteries

The scarcity and uneven distribution of lithium, with growing demand, accelerated the development of sodium batteries, wherein electrolyte compatibility decisively affects overall performance. Phosphate-based solvents attract interest for flame retardancy. However, their suboptim...

Development and evaluation of lyophilized nanoliposomes as a stable delivery system for black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) larvae oil

Black soldier fly larvae (BSFL) oil is a sustainable lipid with antimicrobial potential, yet its application is hindered by poor stability and undesirable odor. In this study, lyophilized nanoliposomes encapsulating BSFL oil were developed via thin-film hydration and freeze-dryin...