Mixed-Matrix Membranes: Characterization and Applications
A special issue of Membranes (ISSN 2077-0375). This special issue belongs to the section "Membrane Applications for Gas Separation".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (30 September 2024) | Viewed by 511
Special Issue Editors
Interests: CO2 reduction; material discovery; advanced characterization
Interests: water-energy-environment nexus; separation science; membrane technologies; functional nanomaterials; nanoconfinement; interfacial phenomena; guest-host interaction; electrochemical processes; sustainability; decarbonization
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Dear Colleagues,
Mixed-matrix membranes, characterized by the incorporation of fillers into polymeric matrices, have found extensive applications in the field of molecular transport and separation. In this Special Issue, our objective is to broaden the concept, covering a diverse array of fillers, substrates, and the versatile utilization of both polymeric and inorganic raw materials. This includes solid and gel polymers, ion-conductive, and flexible electrolytes, as well as porous transport layers.
Our primary focus in terms of material discovery revolves around the intricate consideration of micro- and nanostructures, as well as the architectural aspects of membranes. We are particularly keen on developing robust characterization methods for membrane materials across a spectrum of chemical, structural, physical, and mechanical properties, including factors such as flexibility, hardness, and modulus. Furthermore, our emphasis extends to a wide range of energy storage applications, such as batteries, especially solid-state batteries, CO2 capture, fuel cells, and separation. This Special Issue will provide an interdisciplinary approach to sustainable energy technologies using mixed-matrix membranes.
Dr. Juhyeon Ahn
Dr. Ngoc T. Bui
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- mixed-matrix membrane
- flexible membrane
- ion-conducive polymer electrolyte
- solid-state battery
- CO2 capture
- membrane characterization
- process and engineering
- transport theory
- energy storage
- sustainability
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