Publications by authors named "Changhai Zhang"

The utilization of biaxially oriented polypropylene (BOPP) in commercial film capacitors has gained increasing prominence in recent years, primarily due to its advanced ultra-low dielectric loss and cost-effectiveness. In order to mitigate the degradation of the capacitive performance of BOPP films induced by the metal-electrode charge injection under extreme operational conditions, this study introduces a simple, efficient, and environmentally benign modification method for growing CoFeO nanolayers onto the surface of BOPP films magnetron sputtering. The wide bandgap CoFeO nanolayers can increase the potential barrier height between the metal electrode and dielectric films of the composite dielectrics.

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Spinel-type ZnMnO has been identified as a cathode that demonstrates considerable potential material for zinc-ion batteries (ZIBs). In this study, the synthesis of ZnMnO@GO composite material was conducted using a hydrothermal method. The electrochemical performance of the composite material was found to be significantly enhanced, a phenomenon that was primarily ascribed to the substantial specific surface area and exceptional conductivity of graphene, which improved the diffusion kinetics of zinc ions at the electrode-electrolyte interface.

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Dielectric capacitors are essential for the effective and dependable performance of new energy electronic circuits. However, energy storage dielectric materials still face significant challenges, including low energy density and poor thermal stability. In this study, polyetherimide (PEI), a high-temperature-resistant material, is selected as the subject of investigation.

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  • - All-solid-state lithium metal batteries (ASSLMBs) are emerging as top contenders for future energy storage due to their high energy density and enhanced safety features.
  • - Researchers developed a new polymer solid-state electrolyte (PSP-0.05) by optimizing the base material (PVDF-HFP) with succinonitrile and polyacrylonitrile, achieving impressive ionic conductivity (3.2 × 10 S cm) and a wide voltage window (up to 5 V).
  • - In battery tests, the PSP-0.05 electrolyte excelled, showing high discharge capacities and over 94.9% capacity retention after 1000 cycles, indicating its potential for practical use in safer ASSLMBs
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Packaging insulation materials with high thermal conductivity and excellent dielectric properties are favorable to meet the high demand and rapid development of third generation power semiconductors. In this study, we propose to improve the thermal conductivity of epoxy resin (EP) by incorporating a three-dimensional boron nitride thermally conductive network. Detailedly, polyurethane foam (PU) was used as a supporter, and boron nitride nanosheets (BNNSs) were loaded onto the PU supporter through chemical bonding (BNNS@PU).

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  • * Polyimide (PI) is highlighted for its superior electrical insulation and heat resistance, making it ideal for drive motor winding insulation.
  • * The study demonstrates that incorporating rigid fluorene groups and alumina nanoclusters into the PI matrix significantly boosts the film's breakdown strength and corona resistance, achieving notable performance improvements.
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In order to prepare highly heat-resistant packaging insulation materials, in this paper, bismaleimide/epoxy resin (BMI/EP55) composites with different contents of BMI were prepared by melt blending BMI into amino tetrafunctional and phenolic epoxy resin (at a ratio of 5:5). The microstructures and thermal and electrical properties of the composites were tested. The electrostatic potential distribution, energy level distribution, and molecular orbitals of BMI were calculated using Gaussian.

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In response to the increasing demand for miniaturization and lightweight equipment, as well as the challenges of application in harsh environments, there is an urgent need to explore the new generation of high-temperature-resistant film capacitors with excellent energy storage properties. In this study, we report an all-organic composite system based on two polymers with similar densities and high glass transition temperatures, achieving a synergistic effect of dielectric constant and breakdown strength. The preparation of the composite is simple, overcoming the challenge of dispersing nanoparticles in traditional organic-inorganic systems.

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  • Dielectric capacitors, especially all-polymer film types, have been the focus of significant research over the past century but still face issues with high conductivity and capacitance losses at high electric fields and temperatures.
  • This paper reviews the methods for characterizing charge traps in polymer dielectrics and covers advancements in designing charge trap structures to enhance their capacitive performance through various modifications.
  • The study concludes with a summary of fundamental theories and future directions for improving the insulation and energy storage capabilities of polymer-based dielectric films.
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Polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) has been widely studied as a ferroelectric polymer for energy dielectric applications. However, high-polarization PVDF has a low-efficiency issue, owing to high residual polarization. This study introduces highly insulating, low-loss linear polycarbonate (PC) into PVDF-based dielectrics.

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  • Magnesium-ion batteries are gaining attention for being environmentally friendly, cost-effective, and having high energy density.
  • The study uses a solvothermal method to create titanium dioxide bronze (TiO -B) nanoflowers with varying nickel doping that improves conductivity and ion diffusion.
  • Results show that with 2 at% Ni doping and a coating of reduced graphene oxide@carbon nanotube, the TiO -B material achieves a significantly higher discharge capacity of 167.5 mAh/g compared to pure TiO -B, making it promising for battery applications.
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  • - Recent research has focused on improving the performance and stability of cathode materials for magnesium ion batteries, particularly using manganese oxide as a low-cost and non-toxic material.
  • - The study used a hydrothermal method to create titanium-doped sodium manganese oxides and employed freeze-drying to enhance the tap density of the cathode materials.
  • - The NMTO-5 material achieved impressive results, showing a reversible capacity of 231.0 mAh/g at 50 mA/g and maintaining 122.1 mAh/g even at higher current densities, demonstrating strong charge-discharge stability over 180 cycles.
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In today's contemporary civilization, there is a growing need for clean energy focused on preserving the environment; thus, dielectric capacitors are crucial equipment in energy conversion. On the other hand, the energy storage performance of commercial BOPP (Biaxially Oriented Polypropylene) dielectric capacitors is relatively poor; hence, enhancing their performance has drawn the attention of an increasing number of researchers. This study used heat treatment to boost the performance of the composite made from PMAA and PVDF, combined in various ratios with good compatibility.

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  • Good-performance dielectric capacitors play a crucial role in modern electronics, with polymer-based dielectrics being preferred for their favorable properties.
  • The study focuses on enhancing the performance of ferroelectric polymer poly(vinylidene fluoride) (PVDF) by incorporating various linear polymers as fillers, showcasing an innovative casting method for all-organic dielectric films.
  • The findings reveal that the composite film with 5 wt.% CR-S doping achieves notable improvements in electrical properties, including a high breakdown field strength of 450 MV/m and a discharge energy storage density of 10.3 J/cm³, marking a significant advancement in dielectric energy storage materials.
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Improving the tolerance of flexible polymers to extreme temperatures and electrical fields is critical to the development of advanced electrical and electronic systems. Suppressing carrier movement at high temperatures is one of the key methods to improve the high-temperature charging and discharging efficiency. In this work, a molecular semiconductor (ITIC) with high electron affinity energy is blended into the promising polymer polyetherimide (PEI).

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  • Traditional inorganic capacitors are unsuitable for the flexible demands of wearable devices, prompting research into all-inorganic flexible films.
  • PbZrO (PZO) and AlO (AO) are utilized in a multilayer structure, with experiments revealing the AO/PZO/AO/PZO/AO (APAPA) film achieves high energy storage density (28.1 J/cm) and efficiency (80.1%).
  • The capacitive films show excellent stability across a temperature range of 25-140 °C, endure electric fatigue after 10 cycles, and maintain performance after 10 bending cycles, indicating strong mechanical endurance.
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With the rapid development of next-generation electrical power equipment and microelectronics, there is an urgent demand for dielectric capacitor films which can work efficiently under extreme conditions. However, sharply increased electrical conduction and drastically degrading electric breakdown strength are inevitable at elevated temperatures. Herein, a facile but effective method is proposed to improve high temperature capacitive performance.

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Ferroelectric polymers are regarded as the preferred material in dielectric energy storage devices because of their high dielectric constant. However, their relatively low breakdown strength and efficiency restrict their practical application. This work combines coaxial spinning and hot pressing to compound the highly insulating linear poly(methyl methacrylate) (PMMA) and ferroelectric poly(vinylidene fluoride) (PVDF) to obtain a PMMA/PVDF all-organic film with a ferroconcrete-like structure.

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Improving the energy storage density of dielectrics without sacrificing charge-discharge energy storage efficiency and reliability is crucial to the performance improvement of modern electrical and electronic systems, but traditional methods of doping high-dielectric ceramics cannot achieve high energy storage densities without sacrificing reliability and storage efficiency. Here, an all-organic energy storage dielectric composed of ferroelectric and linear polymer with a sandwich structure is proposed and successfully prepared by the electrostatic spinning method. Additionally, the effect of the ferroelectric/linear volume ratio on the dielectric properties, breakdown, and energy storage is systematically studied.

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Coexisting multi-phases in PbZr Ti O multilayer thin films were successfully fabricated using the sol-gel method. The microstructure and electrical of the multilayer films with different growth sequences, including the up multilayer films and down multilayer films, have been systematically investigated. The results indicate that a large electrocaloric effect (ECE) is obtained at the temperatures much below the Curie temperature.

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Polymer-based energy storage materials have been widely applied in the energy storage industry, such as in the hybrid electric vehicle and power-conditioning equipment, due to their moderate energy density and ultrafast charging/discharging speed. Accordingly, the improvement of the energy storage density of polymer matrix composites has become the focus of current research. In this study, different fillers (, 0.

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  • The study evaluates whether adding proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) to clopidogrel is beneficial for patients with coronary heart disease after a procedure called percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI).
  • A meta-analysis of 15 trials with over 50,000 patients revealed that those not using PPIs had a significantly lower risk of major adverse cardiac events (MACE), heart attack recurrence, stent thrombosis, and stroke compared to those who did.
  • Both groups displayed similar rates for all-cause death, cardiovascular death, and bleeding events, suggesting that PPIs may not provide additional safety benefits.
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Researches of the theories and application of polymer composites with nonlinear conductivity are useful for dealing with the nonuniform electrical fields widely existing in the cable accessory insulation. In the present work, we fabricated CCTO (CaCu₃Ti₄O)/EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer) composites and investigated their breakdown strength, dielectric and nonlinear conductivity properties in detail; the microstructures of fillers and composites were characterized by scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and X-ray diffraction. CCTO particles are uniformly dispersed in CCTO/EPDM composites, and the composites showed nonlinear conductivity with electric field changes.

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