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2D Nb 2 C MXene-enhanced hierarchical hydrogel for efficient solar-driven water evaporation

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: and a solar-to-vapor conversion efficiency of 93.2% under 1 sun irradiation, surpassing conventional hydrophilic polymer-based systems. The hydrogel's hierarchical porous structure facilitates effective thermal localization and sustains stable evaporation across varying solar intensities (1-5 sun), demonstrating adaptability for scalable applications. This work provides a rational strategy to design MXene-enhanced hydrogels for practical solar desalination and wastewater purification technologies.

Source: RSC Advances

DOI: 10.1039/d5ra01735a

Authors: Guangyao Zhang, Deqi Fan, Zongze Li, Yingying Li, Yi Lu

Institution: Nanjing Forestry University

Language: English

Topic: Solar-Powered Water Purification Methods

Subfield: Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment

Field: Energy

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Affordable and clean energy, Clean water and sanitation, Climate action

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,042