海藻酸锌纤维热降解法制备氧化锌纳米结构

采用天然高分子海藻酸钠为原料, 以氯化锌水溶液为凝固浴, 通过湿法纺丝技术成功制备了海藻酸锌(Alg-Zn)纤维.通过在空气中不同温度下对所得海藻酸锌纤维进行热处理, 得到了多种ZnO纳米结构. 利用热失重分析(TG)、X射线衍射(XRD)、电子能量损失谱(EELS)、扫描电子显微镜(SEM)、透射电子显微镜(TEM)和高分辨透射电子显微镜(HRTEM)等手段对产物的组成、形貌和微观结构进行了详细表征. 结果表明, 焙烧温度和时间对所得ZnO纳米结构的尺寸和形貌具有重要影响; 800 ℃下热处理24 h以上可以得到直径约为120 nm的ZnO纳米棒. 通过仔细考察不同热处理时间得到的ZnO纳米结构, 提出了在焙烧条件下ZnO纳米棒的生长机理.     

ZnO纳米片组装的微球和层状集聚体的控制合成及其发光性质

通过锌片与水分别在乙二醇和乙二胺中120 ℃反应12 h,直接在锌片上原位合成出ZnO纳米片组装的微球和层状集聚体。利用X射线粉末衍射、扫描电子显微镜、透射电子显微镜和红外光谱对产物进行了表征和分析。结果表明,在乙二醇中得到的直径为0.3～2 µmZnO微球是由直径为30～50 nm纤锌矿结构的ZnO纳米片通过氢键组装而成;在乙二胺中得到的层状集聚体是由20～30 nm的纤锌矿结构的ZnO纳米片通过氢键组装成尺寸约为450×900 nm纳米片,这些较大尺寸纳米片再通过范德华力组装而成。研究了乙二醇和乙二胺在ZnO微球和层状集聚体形成过程中的作用并提出了可能的生长机理。在波长为300 nm光的激发下,发现ZnO微球和层状集聚体具有发光峰位于397 nm强的紫外光发光、485和520 nm弱的蓝绿光发光,它们分别起源于ZnO宽带隙的激子发射,氧空位与间隙氧之间的跃迁以及表面上离子化氧空位中的电子与价带中光激发的空穴之间的复合。     

Synthesis and evolution of novel hollow ZnO urchins by a simple thermal evaporation process

Delicate hollow ZnO urchins have been fabricated by thermal evaporation of metallic zinc powders in a tube furnace without the use of additive, high temperature, or low pressure. The phase transformation, morphologies, and photoluminescence evolution of the ZnO products were carefully studied and investigated with X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), high-resolution transmission electron microscopy (HRTEM), selected area electron diffraction (SAED), and photoluminescence (PL) spectra. These studies indicated that the growth of hollow ZnO urchins involves the vaporization of Zn powder, solidification of liquid droplets, surface oxidation, sublimation, and self-catalytic growth of one-dimensional nanowires.     

ZnO纳米片/微棒复合体的制备、结构及光学性能

以十六烷基三甲基溴化铵(CTAB)为表面活性剂,以氯化锌和氢氧化钠为原料,在低温水热条件下制备出具有纳米片状接枝结构的ZnO微棒。通过扫描电镜(SEM)、X射线衍射(XRD)、透射电镜(TEM)、光致发光(PL)和拉曼光谱(Raman)对产物的形貌、晶体结构和光学性能进行了表征。结果表明,表面活性剂CTAB对产物最终形貌的形成具有重要作用;微棒表面所接枝的薄片为多晶结构;产物光致发光峰是较少见的弱蓝光发射与强红光发射;同时对这种ZnO微棒的生长机理进行了探讨。     

Electrochemical synthesis of ZnO nanorods/porous silicon composites and their gas-sensing properties at room temperature

The zinc oxide (ZnO) nanorods with different aspect ratio (length/diameter) were grown directly on the porous silicon (PS) substrate through electrochemical synthesis. The obtained ZnO nanorods/PS products were investigated by scanning electron microscopy (SEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD), and gas-sensing test. Comparative study shows that the addition of nonionic polymer polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) into oxygenated zinc chloride electrolyte can modulate the crystal growth and the aspect ratio of ZnO nanorods from electrodeposition, thus, influence the gas-sensing properties of ZnO nanorods/PS composites. With appropriate amount of PVP in the electrolyte, the product possessing high-density and large aspect ratio ZnO nanorods has an obvious improvement of the NO₂-sensing performances with high sensitivity, fast response-recovery characteristic, and good repeatability and selectivity. The gas-sensing mechanism was discussed in the paper. The result indicated that the heterojunction effect of ZnO nanorods and PS may be responsible for the excellent gas-sensing properties.     

Zinc oxide prepared by homogeneous hydrolysis with thioacetamide, its destruction of warfare agents, and photocatalytic activity

Zinc sulfide (ZnS) nanoparticles were prepared by homogeneous hydrolysis of zinc sulfate and thioacetamide (TAA) at 80 degrees C. After annealing at a temperature above 400 degrees C in oxygen atmosphere, zinc oxide (ZnO) nanoparticles were obtained. The ZnS and ZnO nanoparticles were characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), high-resolution transmission electron microscopy (HRTEM), selected area electron diffraction (SAED), and Brunauer-Emmett-Teller (BET)/Barrett-Joyner-Halenda (BJH) methods were used for surface area and porosity determination. The photocatalytic activity of as-prepared zinc oxide samples was determined by decomposition of Orange II dye in aqueous solution under UV irradiation of 365 nm wavelength. Synthesized ZnO were evaluated for their non-photochemical degradation ability of chemical warfare agents to nontoxic products.     

Zn片经水热反应和氟硅烷修饰构建超疏水ZnO表面

以乙二胺为溶剂, Zn片在120、140 及160 ℃经水热反应生长出具有蛋糕形、荷叶乳突状、棒状和仙人球状等微结构的ZnO表面. 扫描电镜研究表明, 反应时间越长越有利于形成完整的微纳米结构, 反应温度较高生成的微纳米结构更规整. 140 ℃反应4 h和160 ℃反应5 h的ZnO表面经过氟硅烷修饰后表现出良好的超疏水性, 与水滴的接触角分别达到154.6°和157.3°, 滚动角分别为5°和3°. 该方法因其操作简便、成本低廉, 在锌表面制备特殊微结构和构建超疏水表面具有潜在的应用.     

Investigation of the growth parameters of hydrothermal ZnO nanowires for scale up applications

Zinc oxide nano-wires (ZnO NWs) are synthesized reproducibly with high yield via a low temperature hydrothermal technique. The influence of the growth duration time, growth temperature, zinc precursor and base concentration of Na₂CO₃ on the morphology of NWs is investigated. The growth products are characterised using scanning electron microscopy (SEM), Transmission electron microscopy (TEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) and photoluminescence (PL). SEM analysis shows that the optimum growth temperature is 140 °C and finds that length and diameter of ZnO NWs have a relationship with growth duration time and base concentrations of Na₂CO₃. In addition, it is reported that a high (～90%) yield of ZnO NWs can be synthesised via using any of three different precursors: zinc chloride, zinc acetate and zinc nitrate. TEM and XRD results indicate the high purity and the single crystalline nature of the ZnO NWs. XPS confirms the absence of sodium contaminants on the surface and indicates a near flat band surface condition. PL shows a large visible band in the yellow part of the spectrum, and a small exciton emission peak, indicating a large defect concentration, which is reduced after annealing in air.     

Co-templating synthesis of highly dispersed 1D ZnO nanostructures in amorphous SiO2 under hydrothermal condition

One-dimensional (1D) ZnO nanostructures were grown in amorphous SiO₂ matrix by a co-templating method under hydrothermal condition. Using ethylenediamine (EDA) groups grafted mesoporous silica MCM-41 as a co-template, the growth of 1D ZnO nanostructures was oriented by soft EDA groups and confined inside the hard mesochannels of MCM-41. The microstructure and morphology of the 1D-ZnO-nanostructures/SiO₂ composite were characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and X-ray energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS). All these results indicate that the 1D ZnO nanostructures were synthesized and highly dispersed in the amorphous SiO₂ matrix. Blue-shifted exciton absorption was observed from the co-templating synthesized sample.     

Controlled Synthesis of Sea-urchin-like ZnO Nanomaterials with the Aid of Ethylene Glycol Using a Solvothermal Method

Sea-urchin-like ZnO nanomaterials were successfully synthesized by decomposition of zinc acetate precursor in the presence of sodium hydroxide and ethylene glycol(EG) in an ethanol solution using a solvothermal method at 180 ℃ for 12 h.The crystalline phase and morphology of the resultant nanomaterials were characterized by X-ray diffraction(XRD),scanning electron microscopy(SEM),transmission electron microscopy(TEM),selected-area electronic diffraction(SAED) and high-resolution electron microscopy(HRTEM).Interestingly,the sizes and prod length of the samples can be easily tuned by changing the amount of directing agent EG and keeping other reaction conditions unchangeable.On the basis of our experimental outcomes,EG-controlled-nucleation-growth formation mechanism was proposed to correspond for the sea-urchin-like ZnO growth processes.And the photoluminescence(PL) spectra of the as-selected samples were measured at room temperature,presenting two emission peaks centered at～388 and 480 nm.     

Solid State Synthesis and Characterization of Zinc Oxide (ZnO) Microflakes by [Bis(acetylacetonato)zinc(II)] and Sodium Hydroxide at Room Temperature

A novel and simple one-step solid state reaction in the presence of a suitable surfactant, sodium dodecyl sulfate (SDS), and a novel precursor, [bis(acetylacetonato)zinc(II)]; [Zn(acac)₂]; has been developed to synthesize uniform zinc oxide microflakes with an average thickness of 0.3–2.4 μm. In the absence of SDS the product samples contained microrods. The formation of zinc oxide microflakes depends on the molar ratio of Zn(II)/SDS and the experimental procedure. The products were characterized by X-ray diffraction, photoluminescence spectroscopy, FT-IR spectroscopy, surface area, scanning electron microscopy and transmission electron microscopy to depict the phase and morphology. The synthesized ZnO microflakes have a hexagonal zincite structure.     

Spectroscopic characterization of zinc oxide nanorods synthesized by solid-state reaction

Well-crystallized zinc oxide nanorods have been fabricated by single step solid-state reaction using zinc acetate and sodium hydroxide, at room temperature. The sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) stabilized zinc oxide nanorods were characterized by using X-ray diffraction, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, transmission electron microscopy and photoluminescence spectroscopy. The X-ray diffraction revealed the wurtzite structure of zinc oxide. The size estimation by XRD and TEM confirmed that the ZnO nanorods are made of single crystals. The growth of zinc oxide crystals into rod shape was found to be closely related to its hexagonal nature. The mass ratio of SLS:ZnO in the nanorods was found to be 1:10 based on the thermogravimetric analysis. Blue shift of photoluminescence emission was noticed in the ZnO nanorods when compared to that of ZnO bulk. FT-IR analysis confirmed the binding of SLS with ZnO nanorods. Apart from ease of preparation, this method has the advantage of eco-friendliness since the solvent and other harmful chemicals were eliminated in the synthesis protocol.     

Morphology-controlled synthesis of ZnO nanostructures by a simple round-to-round metal vapor deposition route

One-dimensional ZnO nanostructures with different morphologies have been successfully synthesized through a simple round-to-round metal vapor deposition route at 550 degrees C with a zinc powder covered indium film as the source material. The structures and morphologies of the products were characterized in detail by using X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, and transmission electron microscopy. Studies found that the morphology of the products can be easily tuned from one experimental round to another. Possible growth mechanisms for the formation of one-dimensional ZnO nanostructures with different morphologies are discussed. Photoluminescence studies show that there are sharp UV emission and broad defect-related green emissions for the products obtained in all experimental rounds. Relative intensity of the UV emission to defect-related emissions gradually increased from one experimental round to another.     

Synthesis of Nickel Sulfide Particles by Solvothermal Process

Pyrite nickel disulfide and millerite nickel monosulfide have been successfully prepared by solvothermal method based on the reaction of Ni(NO3)26H2O and H2NC(S)NH2 in benzene and ethylenediamine (EDA). The final products were characterized by X-ray powder diffraction(XRD), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The effects of the solvent, reaction temperature and time on the morphology and phase of the products have been discussed.     

直接沉积法制备棒状ZnO

在溶液体系中90 ℃下, 以三乙醇胺与醋酸锌为反应试剂, 用直接沉积法合成了微米及纳米尺寸的棒状ZnO粒子, 并对粒子进行了透射电镜(TEM)、X射线衍射(XRD)、热重(TG)和差热扫描量热分析(DSC)等表征. 通过晶体的成核和生长理论初步解释了棒状ZnO粒子的形成过程.     

In situ synthesis of ZnO nanocrystal/PET hybrid nanofibers via electrospinning

Hybrid nanofibers of ZnO precursors/PET were fabricated by electrospinning a nonaqueous poly(ethylene terephthalate) (PET) solution containing zinc acetate dihydrate. Scanning electron microscopy images showed that the as prepared nanofibers had smooth and uniform surfaces, and the diameter was decreased with increasing zinc acetate dihydrate content and reducing PET concentration. After the treatment by a mild process of immersing the fibers in ammonia‐ethanol mixtures (pH ≈ 9–11), the surface of the nanofibers became rough during the formation of ZnO nanocrystals in the fibers. High resolution transmission electron microscopy images showed that the mean particle size became smaller with increasing diameter of the polymer fibers and decreasing content of ZnO. Fourier transform infrared spectra confirmed the ZnO formation in the hybrid nanofibers. X‐ray diffractometry patterns indicated that ZnO had the Wurtzite structure. The formation and growth of ZnO nanocrystals in the nanofiber matrices was also influenced by the various other parameters, that is, the pH value of the reaction solution, the content of zinc acetate dihydrate within the fibers, the reaction time and temperature. Photoluminescence spectra under excitation at 300 nm revealed a broad and intense ultraviolet emission. The UV‐visible diffuse reflectance spectra demonstrated the blue shift in the absorbance curve, which was ascribed to the quantum confinement effects of ZnO nanoparticles in the hybrid materials. These hybrid nanofibers can potentially be used in light emitters, chemical sensors, photo‐catalysts and solar cells. © 2011 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Polym Sci Part B: Polym Phys 49: 1360–1368, 2011     

纳米片状ZnO的室温制备及其胶状前体的稳定性分析

以醋酸锌和氢氧化钠为原料,采用室温直接沉淀法得到了ZnO的前体胶状醋酸锌碱式盐,通过控制pH值,在室温下分别制备了碱式盐Zn5(OH)8(Ac)2·2H2O和六方晶系纤锌矿ZnO,并利用X射线衍射、扫描电子显微镜和能谱(EDS)等测试技术对产物进行表征。 结果表明,采用直接沉淀法在pH值为7的环境下得到了具有{n{[Zn5(OH)8(H2O)2]2+}·(2n-x)Ac-}x+·xAc-胶团结构的稳定胶体体系,室温下干燥后的产物的成分为碱式盐Zn5(OH)8(Ac)2·2H2O;而在pH值为14时,胶状前体发生聚沉生成白色沉淀,室温干燥后得到纳米片状ZnO。 还考察了pH值对胶状前体稳定性的影响,并探讨了ZnO的生成机理。     

砚状ZnO/石墨烯复合物的制备及其光催化性能

采用一步溶液法制备了具有砚状形貌的ZnO/石墨烯复合材料。利用扫描电子显微镜(SEM)、高分辨透射电子显微镜(HRTEM)等研究不同制备条件下ZnO形貌、石墨烯的复合状态和砚状ZnO的生长机理;通过测试300W氙灯对甲基蓝溶液(MB)的光催化效率,研究制备条件、形貌结构对复合物的光催化性能的影响;通过对复合物光致发光(PL)光谱以及紫外-可见光谱测试,研究石墨烯复合物对光生电子-空穴对的复合以及光吸收效率的影响。研究结果表明,砚状ZnO的生长机理为"掏蚀机理";复合石墨烯增强了这种ZnO的光吸收效率、降低了ZnO的带隙,并且降低了光生电子-空穴对复合几率,有利于提高光催化性能;砚状ZnO的砚底上表面粗糙,有利于反应面积的增加,砚底的厚度较薄,有利于光生电子-空穴对在较强的内建电场下迅速向相反方向分离,降低其复合几率,从而使其具有优异的光催化性能。     

A small biomolecule-assisted synthesis of iron sulfide nanostructures and magnetic properties

In this article, a facile l-cysteine-assisted solvothermal method is described, which is about the large-scale synthesis of Fe_0.985S novel nanostructures in a mixed solution composed of ethylenediamine (EN) and distilled water. By varying process parameters, such as the molar ratio of Fe³⁺-to-l-cysteine (reactants), the volume ratio of water to ethylenediamine, and the reaction temperature, different kinds of architectural structures can be controllably synthesized in large quantities. At the same time, a reasonable mechanism for the growth of iron sulfide structures has been proposed. The as-prepared iron sulfide products were characterized using diverse techniques including X-ray powder diffraction (XRD), field-emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), high-resolution TEM, superconducting quantum interface device (SQUID) magnetometer (Quantum Design MPMS XL).     

Controlling the morphology of ZnO nanostructures in a low-temperature hydrothermal process

ZnO nanostructures of different morphologies were grown in a controlled manner using a simple low-temperature hydrothermal technique. Controlling the content of ethylenediamine (soft surfactant) and the pH of the reaction mixture, nanoparticles, nanorods, and flowerlike ZnO structures could be synthesized at temperatures 80-100 degrees C with excellent reproducibility. High-resolution electron microscopy revealed the well crystalline nature of all the nanostructures with preferential growth along the [002] direction for linear structures. Photoluminescence spectra of the as-grown nanostructures revealed oxygen-vacancy-related defects in them, which could be reduced by air annealing at 250 degrees C. Possible mechanisms for the variation of morphology with synthesis parameters are discussed.