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Magnetochemistry
Magnetochemistry
is an international, peer-reviewed, open access journal on all areas of magnetism and magnetic materials published monthly online by MDPI.
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Impact Factor:
2.7 (2022);
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Preparation of Magnetic Nano-Catalyst Containing Schiff Base Unit and Its Application in the Chemical Fixation of CO2 into Cyclic Carbonates
Magnetochemistry 2024, 10(5), 33; https://doi.org/10.3390/magnetochemistry10050033 - 26 Apr 2024
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The development of a catalyst for the conversion of CO2 and epoxides to the corresponding cyclic carbonates is still a very attractive topic. Magnetic nano-catalysts are widely used in various organic reactions due to their magnetic separation and recycling properties. Here, a
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The development of a catalyst for the conversion of CO2 and epoxides to the corresponding cyclic carbonates is still a very attractive topic. Magnetic nano-catalysts are widely used in various organic reactions due to their magnetic separation and recycling properties. Here, a magnetic nano-catalyst containing a Schiff base unit was designed, synthesized and used as a heterogeneous catalyst to catalyze CO2 and epoxides to form cyclic carbonates without solvents and co-catalysts. The catalyst was characterized using Fourier transform infrared (FTIR), X-ray diffraction (XRD), thermogravimetric (TG), VSM, SEM, TEM and BET. The results show that the magnetic nano-catalyst containing the Schiff base unit has a high activity in the solvent-free cycloaddition reaction of CO2 with epoxide under mild conditions, and is easily separated from the reaction mixture driven by external magnetic force. The recovered catalyst maintains a high performance after five cycles.
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Relationship between Structure and Zero-Field Splitting of Octahedral Nickel(II) Complexes with a Low-Symmetric Tetradentate Ligand
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Hiroshi Sakiyama, Rin Kimura, Haruto Oomiya, Ryoji Mitsuhashi, Sho Fujii, Katsuhiko Kanaizuka, Mohd. Muddassir, Yuga Tamaki, Eiji Asato and Makoto Handa
Magnetochemistry 2024, 10(5), 32; https://doi.org/10.3390/magnetochemistry10050032 - 24 Apr 2024
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Octahedral nickel(II) complexes are among the simplest systems that exhibit zero-field splitting by having two unpaired electrons. For the purpose of clarifying the relationship between structure and zero-field splitting in a low-symmetric system, distorted octahedral nickel(II) complexes were prepared with a tetradentate ligand,
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Octahedral nickel(II) complexes are among the simplest systems that exhibit zero-field splitting by having two unpaired electrons. For the purpose of clarifying the relationship between structure and zero-field splitting in a low-symmetric system, distorted octahedral nickel(II) complexes were prepared with a tetradentate ligand, 2-[bis(2-methoxyethyl)aminomethyl]-4-nitrophenolate(1−) [(onp)−]. The complex [Ni(onp)(dmso)(H2O)][BPh4]·2dmso (1) (dmso = dimethyl sulfoxide) was characterized as a bulk sample by IR, elemental analysis, mass spectrometry, electronic spectra, and magnetic properties. The powder electronic spectral data were analyzed based on the angular overlap model to conclude that the spectra were typical of D4-symmetric octahedral coordination geometry with a weak axial ligand field. Simultaneous analysis of the temperature-dependent susceptibility and field-dependent magnetization data yielded the positive axial zero-field splitting parameter D (H = guβSuHu + D[Sz2 − S(S + 1)/3]), which was consistent with the weak axial ligand field. Single-crystal X-ray analysis revealed the crystal structures of [Ni(onp)(dmso)(H2O)][BPh4]·dmso (2) and [Ni(onp)(dmf)2][BPh4] (3) (dmf = N,N-dimethylformamide). The density functional theory (DFT) computations based on the crystal structures indicated the D4-symmetric octahedral coordination geometries with weak axial ligand fields. This study also showed the importance of considering g-anisotropy in magnetic analysis, even if g-anisotropy is small.
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A Novel Magnetic Nano-Adsorbent Functionalized with Green Tea Extract and Magnesium Oxide to Remove Methylene Blue from Aqueous Solutions: Synthesis, Characterization, and Adsorption Behavior
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Wenchao Lin, Yaoyao Huang, Shuang Liu, Wei Ding, Hong Li and Huaili Zheng
Magnetochemistry 2024, 10(5), 31; https://doi.org/10.3390/magnetochemistry10050031 - 24 Apr 2024
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In this study, a novel green tea/Mg-functionalized magnetic nano-adsorbent, denoted as GTE-MgO-Fe3O4 NPs, was developed and applied to the extraction of Methylene Blue (MB) from water-based solutions. The GTE-MgO-Fe3O4 NPs were synthesized by incorporating green tea extracts
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In this study, a novel green tea/Mg-functionalized magnetic nano-adsorbent, denoted as GTE-MgO-Fe3O4 NPs, was developed and applied to the extraction of Methylene Blue (MB) from water-based solutions. The GTE-MgO-Fe3O4 NPs were synthesized by incorporating green tea extracts (GTE) and Mg species onto the surface of Fe3O4 nanoparticles using a hydrothermal method. Characterization analyses corroborated the successful functionalization of the Fe3O4 surface with GTE and Mg species, resulting in a superparamagnetic adsorbent equipped with abundant surface functional groups, which promoted MB adsorption and facilitated magnetic separation. Batch experiments revealed that different operating parameters had an impact on the adsorption behavior, such as adsorbent dosage, pH, coexisting ions, contact time, the initial MB concentration, and temperature. The investigations of adsorption kinetics and isotherms emphasized that the MB adsorption onto GTE-MgO-Fe3O4 NPs was an exothermic process dominated by chemisorption. The experimental adsorption capacity of GTE-MgO-Fe3O4 NPs for MB surpassed 174.93 mg g−1, markedly superior to the performance of numerous other adsorbents. Ultimately, the utilized GTE-MgO-Fe3O4 NPs could be effectively regenerated through acid pickling, retaining over 76% of its original adsorption capacity after six adsorption–desorption cycles, which suggested that GTE-MgO-Fe3O4 NPs was a suitable adsorbent for eliminating MB from effluent.
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The Piezoresistive Performance of CuMnNi Alloy Thin-Film Pressure Sensors Prepared by Magnetron Sputtering
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Zhengtao Wu, Xiaotao He, Yu Cao, Qimin Wang, Yisong Lin, Liangliang Lin and Chao Liu
Magnetochemistry 2024, 10(5), 30; https://doi.org/10.3390/magnetochemistry10050030 - 23 Apr 2024
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Effects of varying Mn and Ni concentrations on the structure and piezoresistive properties of CuMnNi films deposited by magnetron sputtering with a segmented target were investigated. An increase in the Ni content refines the CuNi film grains, inducing an increase in defects such
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Effects of varying Mn and Ni concentrations on the structure and piezoresistive properties of CuMnNi films deposited by magnetron sputtering with a segmented target were investigated. An increase in the Ni content refines the CuNi film grains, inducing an increase in defects such as internal micropores and a decrease in film density. At the same time, the positive piezoresistive coefficient of the film changes to negative. When 17.5 at.% Ni was added, the negative piezoresistive coefficient of the CuNi film was −2.0 × 10−4 GPa−1. The doping of Ni has a weakening effect on the positive piezoresistive effect of the film. Adding Mn into Cu refines the film grains while increasing the film density. The surface roughness of the film decreases with the increase in Mn content. When the Mn content was 16.7 at.%, the piezoresistive coefficient reached the largest recorded value of 23.81 × 10−4 GPa−1, and the film exhibited excellent repeatability in multiple piezoresistive tests. After the CuMn film with 16.7 at.% Mn was annealed at 400 °C for 2 h, the film grains grew slightly and the film residual stress decreased. The optimization of the film structure can reduce the scattering of electrons during transportation. The piezoresistive coefficient of the film was further improved to 35.78 × 10−4 GPa−1.
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Numerical Analysis of the Influence of a Magnetic Field on the Group Dynamics of Iron-Doped Carbon Nanotori
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Vladislav I. Borodin, Alexey M. Bubenchikov, Mikhail A. Bubenchikov, Dmitry S. Kaparulin and Vyacheslav A. Ovchinnikov
Magnetochemistry 2024, 10(4), 29; https://doi.org/10.3390/magnetochemistry10040029 - 18 Apr 2024
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Columnar phases consisting of a group of carbon toroidal molecules (C120, C192, C252, C288) are studied numerically. Each nanotorus was previously doped with an iron atom. This made it possible to use an external magnetic
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Columnar phases consisting of a group of carbon toroidal molecules (C120, C192, C252, C288) are studied numerically. Each nanotorus was previously doped with an iron atom. This made it possible to use an external magnetic field as a tool for influencing both an individual molecule and a linear fragment of the columnar phase. A high-precision scheme for calculating the dynamics of large molecules with a rigid frame structure is proposed to solve the problem. The group dynamics of nanotori clusters under the influence of an external magnetic field has been studied using classical molecular dynamics methods. The influence of the molecular cluster size, temperature, magnetic moment of the molecule, and magnetic field direction on the collective behavior of iron-doped toroidal molecules with different contents of carbon atoms is analyzed. Molecular dynamics calculations showed that systems of nanotori doped with a single iron atom retain a columnar structure both in the absence and in the presence of an external magnetic field. The columnar fragment behaves as a stable linear association of molecules even at sufficiently high values of magnetic induction, performing a coordinated collective orbital rotation around a common center of mass on a nanosecond time scale.
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Recent Advances in Magnetically Actuated Droplet Manipulation for Biomedical Applications
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Jiaqi Li, Kaixin Su, Hailan Liu and Yuan Zou
Magnetochemistry 2024, 10(4), 28; https://doi.org/10.3390/magnetochemistry10040028 - 16 Apr 2024
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The manipulation of droplets plays a vital role in biomedicine, chemistry, and hydromechanics, especially in microfluidics. Magnetic droplet manipulation has emerged as a prominent and advanced technique in comparison to other modes such as dielectric infiltration, optical radiation, and surface acoustic waves. Its
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The manipulation of droplets plays a vital role in biomedicine, chemistry, and hydromechanics, especially in microfluidics. Magnetic droplet manipulation has emerged as a prominent and advanced technique in comparison to other modes such as dielectric infiltration, optical radiation, and surface acoustic waves. Its notable progress is attributed to several advantages, including excellent biocompatibility, remote and non-contact control, and instantaneous response. This review provides a comprehensive overview of recent developments in magnetic droplet manipulation and its applications within the biomedical field. Firstly, the discussion involves an examination of the distinctive features associated with droplet manipulation based on both permanent magnet and electromagnet principles, along with a thorough exploration of the influencing factors impacting magnetic droplet manipulation. Additionally, an in-depth review of magnetic actuation mechanisms and various droplet manipulation methods is presented. Furthermore, the article elucidates the biomedical applications of magnetic droplet manipulation, particularly its role in diagnostic assays, drug discovery, and cell culture. Finally, the highlights and challenges of magnetic droplet manipulation in biomedical applications are described in detail.
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Correction: Gautam et al. Experimental Thermal Conductivity Studies of Agar-Based Aqueous Suspensions with Lignin Magnetic Nanocomposites. Magnetochemistry 2024, 10, 12
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Bishal Gautam, Saja M. Nabat Al-Ajrash, Mohammad Jahid Hasan, Abhishek Saini, Sarah J. Watzman, Esteban Ureña-Benavides and Erick S. Vasquez-Guardado
Magnetochemistry 2024, 10(4), 27; https://doi.org/10.3390/magnetochemistry10040027 - 15 Apr 2024
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Comment on Vishalakshi et al. MHD Hybrid Nanofluid Flow over a Stretching/Shrinking Sheet with Skin Friction: Effects of Radiation and Mass Transpiration. Magnetochemistry 2023, 9, 118
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Asterios Pantokratoras
Magnetochemistry 2024, 10(4), 26; https://doi.org/10.3390/magnetochemistry10040026 - 11 Apr 2024
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Theory of Chiral Electrodeposition by Micro-Nano-Vortexes under a Vertical Magnetic Field-2: Chiral Three-Dimensional (3D) Nucleation by Nano-Vortexes
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Ryoichi Morimoto, Miki Miura, Atsushi Sugiyama, Makoto Miura, Yoshinobu Oshikiri, Iwao Mogi, Yusuke Yamauchi and Ryoichi Aogaki
Magnetochemistry 2024, 10(4), 25; https://doi.org/10.3390/magnetochemistry10040025 - 31 Mar 2024
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The contributions of magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) vortexes to chiral electrodeposition in a vertical magnetic field were theoretically examined based on the three-generation model of the 2D nucleus, 3D nucleus, and screw dislocation; for the vortexes to rotate in the second and third-generation, the kinematic
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The contributions of magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) vortexes to chiral electrodeposition in a vertical magnetic field were theoretically examined based on the three-generation model of the 2D nucleus, 3D nucleus, and screw dislocation; for the vortexes to rotate in the second and third-generation, the kinematic viscosity must be at least 10−18 and 10−30 times lower than the ordinary value in the first generation, i.e., almost equal to zero. This implies that the ionic vacancy created on the electrode surface works as an atomic-scale lubricant. At the same time, the vortexes played three roles: promotion and suppression of nucleation, and transport of the chirality from the upper generation to the lower generation through precessional motion. Then, the rule of the chirality transfer was established, and finally, the relationship between the chiral activity and magnetic field was clarified in the presence and absence of chloride ions.
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Ni@C/PPy Composites Derived from Ni-MOF Materials for Efficient Microwave Absorption
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Yu Ma, Yupeng Zou, Lingsai Meng, Lijuan Cai, Shengxiang Xiong, Gang Chen, Chengjun Dong and Hongtao Guan
Magnetochemistry 2024, 10(4), 24; https://doi.org/10.3390/magnetochemistry10040024 - 30 Mar 2024
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Ni-MOF, as a metal–organic framework, has the advantages of morphological diversity and adjustable composition, which make its derivatives attractive for electromagnetic wave absorption. However, it is challenging for Ni-MOF derivatives to obtain strong absorption at low filling rates. Herein, ternary Ni@C/PPy composites based
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Ni-MOF, as a metal–organic framework, has the advantages of morphological diversity and adjustable composition, which make its derivatives attractive for electromagnetic wave absorption. However, it is challenging for Ni-MOF derivatives to obtain strong absorption at low filling rates. Herein, ternary Ni@C/PPy composites based on Ni-MOF derivatives were synthesized by cooperatively coupling magnetic Ni@C nanoparticles with a conductive polymer PPy matrix through a facile self-assembly method. Among them, Ni@C nanoparticles are formed after Ni-MOF pyrolysis, and PPy serves as the backbone to effectively assemble and support the Ni@C nanoparticles. As a result, the Ni@C/PPy-3 sample exhibited excellent performance with a reflection loss value of −50.65 dB at a filling ratio of 15 wt% and a thickness of 2.5 mm. At the same time, its effective absorption bandwidth reached 6.24 GHz, covering the whole Ku frequency band. The results show that in comparison to pure Ni@C composite, the Ni@C/PPy multi-component composite with a porous structure shows significant advantages in terms of optimizing impedance matching, which can effectively enhance the interface polarization and, thus, greatly improve its electromagnetic absorption ability. In summary, this work provides a valuable research idea for developing strong absorbing properties of absorbing materials at a low filling rate.
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Investigating the Effect of Carbonyl Iron Powder Doping on the Microstructure and Magnetic Properties of Soft Magnetic Composites
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Yang Liu, Rui Wang, Kaixuan Li, Ran Chen, Zhaoyang Wu and Yang Li
Magnetochemistry 2024, 10(4), 23; https://doi.org/10.3390/magnetochemistry10040023 - 30 Mar 2024
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This study proposes the thermal decomposition of salt compounds and doping of carbonyl iron powders (CIPs) to optimize the preparation of an insulating layer through the solid-phase interface reaction. First, (Fe–Si–Cr + CIPs)/ZnSO4 composite powders were synthesized using the hydrothermal method and
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This study proposes the thermal decomposition of salt compounds and doping of carbonyl iron powders (CIPs) to optimize the preparation of an insulating layer through the solid-phase interface reaction. First, (Fe–Si–Cr + CIPs)/ZnSO4 composite powders were synthesized using the hydrothermal method and (Fe–Si–Cr + CIPs)/ZnO·SiO2·Cr2O3 SMCs with a ZnO·SiO2·Cr2O3 composite insulation layer were prepared through heat treatment and cold pressing. The effect of the CIP doping content on the microstructure and magnetic properties of the (Fe–Si–Cr + CIPs)/ZnO·SiO2·Cr2O3 SMCs were then investigated. During the heat treatment, ZnSO4 decomposed into solid ZnO and gaseous SO2 and O2. The O2 drives the solid-phase reaction, prompting the migration of nonmagnetic Si and Cr atoms from the interior of the Fe–Si–Cr soft magnetic powder to the surface insulation layer, finally forming the ZnO·SiO2·Cr2O3 insulation layer. The doped CIPs also show good plasticity during the coating process, combining with the coating layer to fill the internal pores of SMCs. Moreover, as the particles are small with a high surface area, they increase the number of reaction sites for ZnSO4 decomposition and facilitate the growth of the composite insulation layer, promoting its uniform distribution on the surfaces of the soft magnetic powders and CIPs. The lattice mismatch between the insulation layer and soft magnetic powder is reduced while the magnetic-phase content is increased, allowing the effective doping of CIPs sin the insulation layer. The magnetic properties of SMCs can be precisely regulated by changing the doping amount of CIPs. Unlike other insulating layer–preparation strategies based on the interfacial solid-phase reaction, the proposed method exploits the high plasticity and specific surface area of CIPs and removes the lattice mismatch between the insulation layer and soft magnetic powder.
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Evidence of a Large Refrigerant Capacity in Nb-Modified La1.4Sr1.6Mn2−xNbxO7 (0.0 ≤ x ≤ 0.15) Layered Perovskites
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Akshay Kumar, Jong Woo Kim, Mohit K. Sharma, Kavita Kumari, Ankush Vij and Bon Heun Koo
Magnetochemistry 2024, 10(4), 22; https://doi.org/10.3390/magnetochemistry10040022 - 29 Mar 2024
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In this work, evidence of isothermal magnetic entropy change ( ) over a broad temperature region is presented in a series of La1.4Sr1.6Mn2−xNbxO7 Ruddlesden–Popper compounds with niobium modification (Nb) (0.0 ≤
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In this work, evidence of isothermal magnetic entropy change ( ) over a broad temperature region is presented in a series of La1.4Sr1.6Mn2−xNbxO7 Ruddlesden–Popper compounds with niobium modification (Nb) (0.0 ≤ x ≤ 0.15) at the manganese (Mn) site. The ceramic samples were obtained through a solid-state sintering method in optimized conditions. All compounds predominantly possessed Ruddlesden–Popper phase while a few additional reflections were resolved in Nb-doped compounds which indicates the separation of structural phases. These peaks are assigned to a separate layered perovskite and single perovskite with tetragonal symmetry and hexagonal symmetry, respectively. The microstructure of the pure sample reveals uniform grain morphology but in Nb-doped specimens chiefly three types of grains were found. It was assumed that the inter-connected large particles were of R-P phase which is dominant in both parent and x = 0.05 compounds, while the hexagonal and polygonal morphology of grains in higher concentrations of dopants directly corroborates with the symmetry of single perovskite and additional layered perovskite phases, respectively. The parent compound exhibits a single curve, whereas all Nb-substituted samples display bifurcated curves. This indicated two transition regions with multiple magnetic components, attributed to distinct structural phases. The highest values obtained for components corresponding to the R-P phase are 2.32 Jkg−1k−1, 0.75 Jkg−1k−1, 0.58 Jkg−1k−1 and 0.43 Jkg−1k−1 and for the second component located around room temperature are 0.0 Jkg−1k−1, 0.2 Jkg−1k−1, 0.28 Jkg−1k−1 and 0.35 Jkg−1k−1 for x = 0.0, 0.05, 0.10 and 0.15 compositions, respectively, at 2.5 T. Due to the collective participation of both components the was expanded through a broad temperature range upon Nb doping.
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A Novel Two-Stage 3D-Printed Halbach Array-Based Device for Magneto-Mechanical Applications
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Antonios Makridis, Nikolaos Maniotis, Dimitrios Papadopoulos, Pavlos Kyriazopoulos and Makis Angelakeris
Magnetochemistry 2024, 10(4), 21; https://doi.org/10.3390/magnetochemistry10040021 - 29 Mar 2024
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This research unveils a versatile Halbach array magnetic device with promising biomedical applications, offering innovative solutions for targeted therapy and disease management in evolving biomedical engineering. This paper explores the potential of a novel Halbach array-based device for harnessing magneto-mechanical phenomena in biomedical
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This research unveils a versatile Halbach array magnetic device with promising biomedical applications, offering innovative solutions for targeted therapy and disease management in evolving biomedical engineering. This paper explores the potential of a novel Halbach array-based device for harnessing magneto-mechanical phenomena in biomedical applications. The study employs computational modeling using COMSOL Multiphysics to define the device’s magnetic properties and validate its operation within the theoretical prediction. The research catalogs the device’s operational modes and assesses crucial parameters related to magneto-mechanical biomedical modalities, including magnetic field strength, gradient, and force. Experimental validation of numerical findings through magnetic field measurements confirms the device’s multifaceted potential, particularly in targeted drug delivery and tissue engineering applications. Finally, the adaptability of the magnetic arrangements for various scenarios is also highlighted. This investigation provides valuable insights into integrating magneto-mechanical principles into biomedical engineering. It paves the way for further research and innovative approaches in theranostics, positioning the presented apparatus as a promising tool with untapped potential for future exploration and discovery in the evolving biomedical field.
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Exploring Dielectric and Magnetic Properties of Ni and Co Ferrites through Biopolymer Composite Films
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Júlio C. Góes, Sónia D. Figueiró, Karlo David A. Sabóia, Yana Luck Nunes, António César H. Barreto, Pierre Basílio Almeida Fechine, Susana Devesa, António Sérgio Bezerra Sombra, Manuel A. Valente, Sílvia Rodrigues Gavinho and Manuel Pedro Fernandes Graça
Magnetochemistry 2024, 10(4), 20; https://doi.org/10.3390/magnetochemistry10040020 - 29 Mar 2024
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This study explores the synthesis and characterization of chitosan/gelatine films incorporating nickel ferrite (NiFe2O4) and cobalt ferrite (CoFe2O4) nanoparticles. The magnetic nanoparticles exhibit superparamagnetic behaviour, making them attractive for various applications, including biomedical uses. The
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This study explores the synthesis and characterization of chitosan/gelatine films incorporating nickel ferrite (NiFe2O4) and cobalt ferrite (CoFe2O4) nanoparticles. The magnetic nanoparticles exhibit superparamagnetic behaviour, making them attractive for various applications, including biomedical uses. The X-ray diffraction analysis confirmed the successful synthesis of NiFe2O4 and CoFe2O4 nanoparticles, and the scanning electron micrographs illustrated well-dispersed ferrite nanoparticles within the biopolymer network, despite the formation of some aggregates attributed to magnetic interactions. Magnetization loops revealed lower saturation magnetization values for the composites, attributed to the chitosan/gelatine coating and the dielectric studies, indicating increased dielectric losses in the presence of ferrites, particularly pronounced in the case of NiFe2O4, suggesting interactions at the interface region between the polymer and ferrite particles. The AC conductivity shows almost linear frequency dependence, associated with proton polarization and conduction processes, more significant at higher temperatures for samples with ferrite particles.
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Doping Effects on the Multiferroic Properties of KNbO3 Nanoparticles
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A. T. Apostolov, I. N. Apostolova and J. M. Wesselinowa
Magnetochemistry 2024, 10(3), 19; https://doi.org/10.3390/magnetochemistry10030019 - 7 Mar 2024
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The magnetization, polarization, and band-gap energy in pure and ion-doped (KNO) bulk and nanoparticles (NPs) are investigated theoretically using a microscopic model and Green’s function theory. It is shown that KNO NPs are multiferroic. The size dependence of M and P
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The magnetization, polarization, and band-gap energy in pure and ion-doped (KNO) bulk and nanoparticles (NPs) are investigated theoretically using a microscopic model and Green’s function theory. It is shown that KNO NPs are multiferroic. The size dependence of M and P is studied. The magnetization M increases with decreasing NP size, whereas the polarization P decreases slightly. The properties of KNO can be tuned by ion doping, for example, through the substitution of transition metal ions at the Nb site or Na ions at the K site. By ion doping, depending on the relation between the doping and host ion radii, different strains appear. They lead to changes in the exchange interaction constants, which are inversely proportional to the lattice parameters. So, we studied the macroscopic properties on a microscopic level. By doping with transition metal ions (Co, Mn, Cr) at the Nb site, M increases, whereas P decreases. Doped KNO NPs exhibit the same behavior as doped bulk KNO, but the values of the magnetization and polarization in KNO NPs are somewhat enhanced or reduced due to the size effects compared to the doped bulk KNO. In order to increase P, we substituted the K ions with Na ions. The polarization increases with increasing magnetic field, which is evidence of the multiferroic behavior of doped KNO bulk and NPs. The behavior of the band-gap energy also depends on the dopants. decreases with increasing Co, Mn, and Cr ion doping, whereas it increases with Zn doping. The results are compared with existing experimental data, showing good qualitative agreement.
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The Influence of Current Magnitudes and Profiles on the Sedimentation of Magnetorheological Fluids: An Experimental Work
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Elliza Tri Maharani, Myeong-Won Seo, Jung Woo Sohn, Jong-Seok Oh and Seung-Bok Choi
Magnetochemistry 2024, 10(3), 18; https://doi.org/10.3390/magnetochemistry10030018 - 7 Mar 2024
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Magnetorheological fluids (MRFs) are widely used for various kinds of controllable devices since their properties can be controlled by an external magnetic field. Despite many benefits of MRFs, such as fast response time, the sedimentation arisen due to the density mismatch of the
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Magnetorheological fluids (MRFs) are widely used for various kinds of controllable devices since their properties can be controlled by an external magnetic field. Despite many benefits of MRFs, such as fast response time, the sedimentation arisen due to the density mismatch of the compositions between iron particles and carrier oil is still one of bottlenecks to be resolved. Many studies on the sedimentation problem of MR fluids have been carried out considering appropriate additives, nanoparticles, and several carrier oils with different densities. However, a study on the effect of current magnitudes and profiles on the sedimentation is considerably rare. Therefore, this study experimentally investigates sedimentation behaviors due to different current magnitudes and different magnitude profiles such as square and sine waves in different diameters. The evaluation was performed by visual observation to obtain the sedimentation rate. It was found that the average sedimentation rate of the square type of current is slower compared to the sinusoidal type. It has also been identified that the higher intensity of the applied current results in a stronger electromagnetic field, which could slow down the sedimentation. The results achieved in this work can be effectively used to reduce particle sedimentation in the controller design of various application systems utilizing MRFs in which the controller generates a different magnitude and different profile of the external magnetic field.
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Advances in Engine Efficiency: Nanomaterials, Surface Engineering, and Quantum-Based Propulsion
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Mario J. Pinheiro
Magnetochemistry 2024, 10(3), 17; https://doi.org/10.3390/magnetochemistry10030017 - 27 Feb 2024
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This study explores ground-breaking methods for improving engine efficiency by combining cutting-edge materials, theoretical frameworks, and alternative energy paradigms. The paper primarily offers a cohesive framework, built from our variational method which combines thermal and entropic engines. We investigate the fabrication of hydrophobic
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This study explores ground-breaking methods for improving engine efficiency by combining cutting-edge materials, theoretical frameworks, and alternative energy paradigms. The paper primarily offers a cohesive framework, built from our variational method which combines thermal and entropic engines. We investigate the fabrication of hydrophobic and other functionally specific surfaces using nanomaterials and sophisticated surface engineering techniques that efficiently utilize entropy gradient forces. Additionally, this publication explores the fields of quantum-based propulsion systems and information-burning engines, creating a connecting link between theoretical foundations and real-world technical implementations. The study emphasizes the multifaceted character of engine research and its crucial role in shaping a future in which sustainability and efficiency are intimately connected.
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Syntheses, Structures, and Properties of Mono- and Dinuclear Acetylacetonato Ruthenium(III) Complexes with Chlorido or Thiocyanato Ligands
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Kai Nakashima, Chihiro Hayami, Shino Nakashima, Haruo Akashi, Masahiro Mikuriya and Makoto Handa
Magnetochemistry 2024, 10(3), 16; https://doi.org/10.3390/magnetochemistry10030016 - 27 Feb 2024
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The mononuclear and dinuclear ruthenium(III) complexes trans-Ph4P[RuIII(acac)2Cl2] (1), Ph4P[{RuIII(acac)Cl}2(μ-Cl)3] (2) and trans-Ph4P[RuIII(acac)2(NCS)2
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The mononuclear and dinuclear ruthenium(III) complexes trans-Ph4P[RuIII(acac)2Cl2] (1), Ph4P[{RuIII(acac)Cl}2(μ-Cl)3] (2) and trans-Ph4P[RuIII(acac)2(NCS)2]·0.5C6H14 (3·0.5C6H14) were synthesized. Single crystals of 1, 2·H2O and 3·CH3CN suitable for X-ray crystal structure analyses were obtained through recrystallization from DMF for 1 and 2·H2O and from acetonitrile for 3·CH3CN. An octahedral Ru with bis-chelate-acac ligands and axial chlorido or κ-N-thiocyanido ligands (for 1 and 3·CH3CN) and triply µ-chlorido-bridged dinuclear Ru2 for 2·H2O were confirmed through the structure analyses. The Ru–Ru distance of 2.6661(2) of 2·H2O is indicative of the existence of the direct metal–metal interaction. The room temperature magnetic moments (μeff) are 2.00 and 1.93 μB for 1 and 3·0.5C6H14, respectively, and 0.66 μB for 2. The temperature-dependent (2–300 K) magnetic susceptibility showed that the strong antiferromagnetic interaction (J ≤ −800 cm−1) is operative between the ruthenium(III) ions within the dinuclear core. In the 1H NMR spectra measured in CDCl3 at 298 K, the dinuclear complex 2 showed signals for the acac ligand protons at 2.50 and 2.39 ppm (for CH3) and 5.93 ppm (for CH), respectively, while 1 and 3·0.5C6H14 showed signals with large paramagnetic shifts; −17.59 ppm (for CH3) and −57.01 ppm (for CH) for 1 and −16.89 and −17.36 ppm (for CH3) and −53.67 and −55.53 ppm (for CH) for 3·0.5C6H14. Cyclic voltammograms in CH2Cl2 with an electrolyte of nBu4N(ClO4) showed the RuIII → RuIV redox wave at 0.23 V (vs. Fc/Fc+) for 1 and the RuIII → RuII waves at −1.39 V for 1 and −1.25 V for 3·0.5C6H14 and the RuIII–RuIII → RuIII–RuIV and RuIII–RuIII → RuIII–RuIV waves at 0.91 V and −0.79 V for 2.
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High-Strength Copper/Silver Alloys Processed by Cold Spraying for DC and Pulsed High Magnetic Fields
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Simon Tardieu, Hanane Idrir, Christophe Verdy, Olivier Jay, Nelson Ferreira, François Debray, Anne Joulain, Christophe Tromas, Ludovic Thilly and Florence Lecouturier-Dupouy
Magnetochemistry 2024, 10(3), 15; https://doi.org/10.3390/magnetochemistry10030015 - 21 Feb 2024
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High-strength, high-conductivity copper/silver-alloyed materials were prepared by cold-spray (CS) manufacturing. For DC high-field application at room temperature, bulk Cu/Ag (5% vol. Ag) alloys with high mechanical properties and high electrical conductivity can be obtained by CS and post-heat treatments. For pulsed-field application at
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High-strength, high-conductivity copper/silver-alloyed materials were prepared by cold-spray (CS) manufacturing. For DC high-field application at room temperature, bulk Cu/Ag (5% vol. Ag) alloys with high mechanical properties and high electrical conductivity can be obtained by CS and post-heat treatments. For pulsed-field application at liquid nitrogen temperature, bulk Cu/Ag (5% vol. Ag) alloys serve as precursors for room-temperature wire drawing. The Cu/Ag-alloyed bulk CS deposit presents a high yield strength of about 510 MPa with a corresponding electrical resistivity of 1.92 µΩ·cm (at 293 K). The Cu/Ag-alloyed wires show a very high ultimate tensile strength (1660 MPa at 77 K or 1370 MPa at 293 K) and low electrical resistivity (1.05 µΩ·cm at 77 K or 2.56 µΩ·cm at 293 K). Microstructural studies via STEM allow us to understand this very high level of mechanical strength. The results evidence that materials developed by CS exhibit very high mechanical properties compared to materials prepared by other routes, due to the high velocity of the deposited particles, which leads to high initial deformation rates and specific microstructural features.
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Nano-Magnonic Crystals by Periodic Modulation of Magnetic Parameters
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Alison Roxburgh and Ezio Iacocca
Magnetochemistry 2024, 10(3), 14; https://doi.org/10.3390/magnetochemistry10030014 - 21 Feb 2024
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Magnonic crystals are metamaterials whose magnon behavior can be controlled for specific applications. To date, most magnonic crystals have relied on nanopatterning and magnetostatic waves. Here, we analytically and numerically investigate magnonic crystals defined by modulating magnetic parameters at the nanoscale, which predominantly
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Magnonic crystals are metamaterials whose magnon behavior can be controlled for specific applications. To date, most magnonic crystals have relied on nanopatterning and magnetostatic waves. Here, we analytically and numerically investigate magnonic crystals defined by modulating magnetic parameters at the nanoscale, which predominantly act on exchange-dominated, sub-100 nm magnons. We focus on two cases: the variation in the exchange constant, and the DMI constant. We found that the exchange constant modulation gives rise to modest band gaps in the forward volume wave and surface wave configurations. The modulation of the DMI constant was found to have little effect on the magnonic band structure, leading instead to a behavior expected for unpatterned thin films. We believe that our results will be interesting for future experimental investigations of nano-designed magnonic crystals and magnonic devices, where material parameters can be locally controlled, e.g., by thermal nano-lithography.
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