scholarly journals Influence of Pore-Size/Porosity on Ion Transport and Static BSA Fouling for TiO2-Covered Nanoporous Alumina Membranes

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (12) ◽  
pp. 5687
Author(s):  
Lourdes Gelde ◽  
Ana Laura Cuevas ◽  
Juana Benavente
Keyword(s):  
Ion Transport ◽  
Light Transmission ◽  
Electrochemical Impedance ◽  
Membrane Surface ◽  
Electrochemical Techniques ◽  
Visible Region ◽  
Geometrical Parameters ◽  
Tio2 Sample ◽  
Nanoporous Alumina ◽  
Alumina Membranes

The influence of geometrical parameters (pore radii and porosity) on ion transport through two almost ideal nanoporous alumina membranes (NPAMs) coated with a thin TiO2 layer by the atomic layer deposition technique (Sf-NPAM/TiO2 and Ox-NPAM/TiO2 samples) was analyzed by membrane potential and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy measurements. The results showed the significant effect of pore radii (10 nm for Sf-NPAM/TiO2 and 13 nm for Ox-NPAM/TiO2) when compared with porosity (9% and 6%, respectively). Both electrochemical techniques were also used for estimation of protein (bovine serum albumin or BSA) static fouling, and the results seem to indicate deposition of a BSA layer on the Sf-NPAM/TiO2 fouled membrane surface but pore-wall deposition in the case of the fouled Ox-NPAM/TiO2 sample. Moreover, a typical and simple optical technique such as light transmission/reflection (wavelength ranging between 0 and 2000 nm) was also used for membrane analysis, showing only slight transmittance differences in the visible region when both clean membranes were compared. However, a rather significant transmittance reduction (~18%) was observed for the fouled Sf-NPAM/TiO2 sample compared to the fouled Ox-NPAM/TiO2 sample, and was associated with BSA deposition on the membrane surface, thus supporting the electrochemical analysis results.

scholarly journals Influence of ALD Coating Layers on the Optical Properties of Nanoporous Alumina-Based Structures

Coatings ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 43 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ana Cuevas ◽  
María Martínez de Yuso ◽  
Víctor Vega ◽  
Ana González ◽  
Víctor Prida ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Surface Characterization ◽  
Light Transmission ◽  
Single Layer ◽  
Geometrical Parameters ◽  
Optical Parameters ◽  
Xps Spectra ◽  
Nanoporous Alumina ◽  
Chemical Surface ◽  
Coating Layers

Optical changes associated with the surface coating of different metal oxides and nanolayers by the ALD technique of a nanoporous alumina structure (NPAS) obtained by the two-step anodization method were analyzed. The NPASs were coated with: (i) a single layer (SiO2 or TiO2), and (ii) a double layer of SiO2 plus Al2O3 or aluminum doped ZnO (AZO) to estimate the effect of surface layer coverage material, geometrical parameters (pore-size/porosity), and number of layers on light transmission/reflection. Chemical surface characterization of the different NPASs was carried out by analyzing XPS spectra, which allowed us to obtain an estimation of the coating layer homogeneity. Transmittance and spectroscopic ellipsometry measurements were analyzed in order to detect changes in characteristic optical parameters such as band gap, refractive index, and extinction coefficients associated with the material and the characteristics of the single or double coating layers.

scholarly journals Ion Transport Phenomena in Anodic Nanoporous Alumina Membranes

2019 ◽  
Vol 70 (1) ◽  
pp. 31-34
Author(s):  
Tomokazu FUKUTSUKA ◽  
Yuto MIYAHARA ◽  
Kohei MIYAZAKI ◽  
Takeshi ABE
Keyword(s):  
Ion Transport ◽  
Transport Phenomena ◽  
Nanoporous Alumina ◽  
Alumina Membranes

scholarly journals Surface Modification of Nanoporous Anodic Alumina during Self-Catalytic Atomic Layer Deposition of Silicon Dioxide from (3-Aminopropyl)Triethoxysilane

Materials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (17) ◽  
pp. 5052
Author(s):  
Ana Silvia González ◽  
Víctor Vega ◽  
Ana Laura Cuevas ◽  
María del Valle Martínez de Yuso ◽  
Víctor M. Prida ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Surface Modification ◽  
Atomic Layer Deposition ◽  
Electrochemical Impedance ◽  
Atomic Layer ◽  
Anodic Alumina ◽  
Electrochemical Anodization ◽  
Nanoporous Structure ◽  
Geometrical Parameters ◽  
Nanoporous Alumina ◽  
Layer Deposition

Changes associated to atomic layer deposition (ALD) of SiO2 from 3-aminopropyl triethoxysilane (APTES) and O3, on a nanoporous alumina structure, obtained by two-step electrochemical anodization in oxalic acid electrolyte (Ox sample) are analysed. A reduction of 16% in pore size for the Ox sample, used as support, was determined by SEM analysis after its coverage by a SiO2 layer (Ox+SiO2 sample), independently of APTES or O3 modification (Ox+SiO2/APTES and Ox+SiO2/APTES/O3 samples). Chemical surface modification was determined by X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) technique during the different stages of the ALD process, and differences induced at the surface level on the Ox nanoporous alumina substrate seem to affect interfacial effects of both samples when they are in contact with an electrolyte solution according to electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) measurements, or their refraction index as determined by spectroscopic ellipsometry (SE) technique. However, no substantial differences in properties related to the nanoporous structure of anodic alumina (photoluminescent (PL) character or geometrical parameters) were observed between Ox+SiO2/APTES and Ox+SiO2/APTES/O3 samples.

scholarly journals Ion Transport in Organic Electrolyte Solution through the Pore Channels of Anodic Nanoporous Alumina Membranes

2016 ◽  
Vol 199 ◽  
pp. 380-387 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tomokazu Fukutsuka ◽  
Kohei Koyamada ◽  
Shohei Maruyama ◽  
Kohei Miyazaki ◽  
Takeshi Abe
Keyword(s):  
Ion Transport ◽  
Electrolyte Solution ◽  
Organic Electrolyte ◽  
Nanoporous Alumina ◽  
Alumina Membranes ◽  
Organic Electrolyte Solution

Compact and efficient gas diffusion electrodes based on nanoporous alumina membranes for microfuel cells and gas sensors

The Analyst ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 145 (1) ◽  
pp. 122-131 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wanda V. Fernandez ◽  
Rocío T. Tosello ◽  
José L. Fernández
Keyword(s):  
Response Times ◽  
Hydrogen Oxidation ◽  
Fast Response ◽  
Gas Diffusion ◽  
Limiting Current ◽  
Gas Diffusion Electrodes ◽  
Nanoporous Alumina ◽  
Alumina Membranes ◽  
Current Densities ◽  
Microfuel Cells

Gas diffusion electrodes based on nanoporous alumina membranes electrocatalyze hydrogen oxidation at high diffusion-limiting current densities with fast response times.

scholarly journals A gateway for ion transport on gas bubbles pinned onto solids

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Veton Haziri ◽  
Tu Pham Tran Nha ◽  
Avni Berisha ◽  
Jean-François Boily
Keyword(s):  
Ion Transport ◽  
Metal Ion ◽  
Electrochemical Impedance ◽  
Gas Bubbles ◽  
Open Circuit ◽  
Double Layers ◽  
Water Geochemistry ◽  
Chemical Potentials ◽  
Pore Water Geochemistry ◽  
Electric Potentials

AbstractGas bubbles grown on solids are more than simple vehicles for gas transport. They are charged particles with surfaces populated with exchangeable ions. We here unveil a gateway for alkali metal ion transport between oxygen bubbles and semi-conducting (iron oxide) and conducting (gold) surfaces. This gateway was identified by electrochemical impedance spectroscopy using an ultramicroelectrode in direct contact with bubbles pinned onto these solid surfaces. We show that this gateway is naturally present at open circuit potentials, and that negative electric potentials applied through the solid enhance ion transport. In contrast, positive potentials or contact with an insulator (polytetrafluoroethylene) attenuates transport. We propose that this gateway is generated by overlapping electric double layers of bubbles and surfaces of contrasting (electro)chemical potentials. Knowledge of this ion transfer phenomenon is essential for understanding electric shielding and reaction overpotential caused by bubbles on catalysts. This has especially important ramifications for predicting processes including mineral flotation, microfluidics, pore water geochemistry, and fuel cell technology.

scholarly journals Nanoporous Alumina Membranes for Sugar Industry: An Investigation of Sintering Parameters Influence onUltrafiltration Performance

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (14) ◽  
pp. 7593
Author(s):  
Farooq Khan Niazi ◽  
Malik Adeel Umer ◽  
Ashfaq Ahmed ◽  
Muhammad Arslan Hafeez ◽  
Zafar Khan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Strength ◽  
Pore Size ◽  
Sugar Industry ◽  
Average Pore Size ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Homogeneous Distribution ◽  
Alumina Membrane ◽  
Average Pore ◽  
Nanoporous Alumina ◽  
Alumina Membranes

Ultrafiltration membranes offer a progressive and efficient means to filter out various process fluids. The prime factor influencing ultrafiltration to a great extent is the porosity of the membranes employed. Regarding membrane development, alumina membranes are extensively studied due to their uniform porosity and mechanical strength. The present research work is specifically aimed towards the investigation of nanoporous alumina membranes, as a function of sintering parameters, on ultrafiltration performance. Alumina membranes are fabricated by sintering at various temperatures ranging from 1200–1300 °C for different holding times between 5–15 h. The morphological analysis, conducted using Scanning electron microscopy (SEM), revealed a homogeneous distribution of pores throughout the surface and cross-section of the membranes developed. It was observed that an increase in the sintering temperature and time resulted in a gradual decrease in the average pore size. A sample with an optimal pore size of 73.65 nm achieved after sintering at 1250 °C for 15 h, was used for the evaluation of ultrafiltration performance. However, the best mechanical strength and highest stress-bearing ability were exhibited by the sample sintered at 1300 °C for 5 h, whereas the sample sintered at 1250 °C for 5 h displayed the highest strain in terms of compression. The selected alumina membrane sample demonstrated excellent performance in the ultrafiltration of sugarcane juice, compared to the other process liquids.

Performance of coatings containing treated silica fume in the corrosion protection of reinforced concrete

2018 ◽  
Vol 47 (4) ◽  
pp. 350-359 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nivin M. Ahmed ◽  
Mostafa G. Mohamed ◽  
Reham H. Tammam ◽  
Mohamed R. Mabrouk
Keyword(s):  
Reinforced Concrete ◽  
Silica Fume ◽  
Corrosion Protection ◽  
Electrochemical Impedance ◽  
Electrochemical Techniques ◽  
Dual Function ◽  
Core Shell ◽  
Protection Efficiency ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Anticorrosive Pigments

Purpose This study aims to apply novel anticorrosive pigments containing silica fume-phosphates (Si-Ph), which were prepared using core-shell technique by covering 80-90 per cent silica fume (core) with 10-20 per cent phosphates (shell) previously, to play dual functions simultaneously as anticorrosive pigments in coating formulations and as an anticorrosive admixture in concrete even if it is not present in the concrete itself. Two comparisons were held out to show the results of coatings on rebars containing core-shell pigments in concrete, and concrete admixtured with silica fume can perform a dual function as anticorrosive pigment and concrete admixture. The evaluation of corrosion protection efficiency of coatings containing core-shell pigments and those containing phosphates was performed. Design/methodology/approach Simple chemical techniques were used to prepare core-shell pigments, and their characterization was carried out in a previous work. These pigments were incorporated in solvent-based paint formulations based on epoxy resin. Different electrochemical techniques such as open-circuit potential and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy were used to evaluate the anticorrosive efficiency of the new pigments. Findings The electrochemical measurements showed that concrete containing coated rebars with core-shell pigments exhibited almost similar results to that of concrete admixtured with silica fume. Also, the anticorrosive performance of coatings containing Si-Ph pigments offered protection efficiency almost similar to that of phosphates, proving that these new pigments can perform both roles as anticorrosive pigment and concrete admixture. Originality/value Although the new Si-Ph pigments contain more than 80 per cent waste material, its performance can be compared to original phosphate pigments in the reinforced concrete.

scholarly journals Corrosion of Steel Rebars in Anoxic Environments. Part I: Electrochemical Measurements

Materials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (10) ◽  
pp. 2491
Author(s):  
Elena Garcia ◽  
Julio Torres ◽  
Nuria Rebolledo ◽  
Raul Arrabal ◽  
Javier Sanchez
Keyword(s):  
Corrosion Rate ◽  
Electrochemical Impedance ◽  
Electrochemical Techniques ◽  
Chloride Content ◽  
Offshore Platforms ◽  
Anoxic Conditions ◽  
Current Limit ◽  
Anoxic Environments ◽  
Corrosion Of Steel ◽  
Steel Rebars

The number of reinforced concrete structures subject to anoxic conditions such as offshore platforms and geological storage facilities is growing steadily. This study explored the behaviour of embedded steel reinforcement corrosion under anoxic conditions in the presence of different chloride concentrations. Corrosion rate values were obtained by three electrochemical techniques: Linear polarization resistance, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, and chronopotenciometry. The corrosion rate ceiling observed was 0.98 µA/cm2, irrespective of the chloride content in the concrete. By means of an Evans diagram, it was possible to estimate the value of the cathodic Tafel constant (bc) to be 180 mV dec−1, and the current limit yielded an ilim value of 0.98 µA/cm2. On the other hand, the corrosion potential would lie most likely in the −900 mVAg/AgCl to −1000 mVAg/AgCl range, whilst the bounds for the most probable corrosion rate were 0.61 µA/cm2 to 0.22 µA/cm2. The experiments conducted revealed clear evidence of corrosion-induced pitting that will be assessed in subsequent research.

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