Large-scale conformal synthesis of one-dimensional MAX phases

Abstract MAX phases, a unique class of layered ternary compounds, along with their two-dimensional derivatives, MXenes, have drawn considerable attention in many fields. Notably, their one-dimensional (1D) counterpart exhibits more distinct properties and enhanced assemblability for broader applicat...

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Main Authors: Yuting Li, Haoran Kong, Jin Yan, Qinhuan Wang, Xiang Liu, Mingxue Xiang, Yu Wang
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Published: Nature Portfolio 2024-10-01
Series:Nature Communications
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-024-53137-0
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description Abstract MAX phases, a unique class of layered ternary compounds, along with their two-dimensional derivatives, MXenes, have drawn considerable attention in many fields. Notably, their one-dimensional (1D) counterpart exhibits more distinct properties and enhanced assemblability for broader applications. We propose a conformal synthetic route for 1D-MAX phases fabrication by integrating additional atoms into nanofibers template within a molten salt environment, enabling in-situ crystalline transformation. Several 1D-MAX phases are successfully synthesized on a large scale. Demonstrating its potential, a copper-based layer-by-layer composites containing 1% by volume of 1D-Ti2AlC reinforced phase achieves an impressive 98 IACS% conductivity and a friction coefficient of 0.08, while maintaining mechanical properties comparable to other Cu-MAX phase composites, making it suitable for advanced industrial areas. This strategy may promise opportunities for the fabrication of various 1D-MAX phases.
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spelling doaj-art-f9ba216afa0d48d2ada2b3aebefb8eac2025-08-20T02:18:28ZengNature PortfolioNature Communications2041-17232024-10-0115111110.1038/s41467-024-53137-0Large-scale conformal synthesis of one-dimensional MAX phasesYuting Li0Haoran Kong1Jin Yan2Qinhuan Wang3Xiang Liu4Mingxue Xiang5Yu Wang6State Key Laboratory of Mesoscience and Engineering, Institute of Process Engineering, Chinese Academy of SciencesState Key Laboratory of Mesoscience and Engineering, Institute of Process Engineering, Chinese Academy of SciencesState Key Laboratory of Mesoscience and Engineering, Institute of Process Engineering, Chinese Academy of SciencesState Key Laboratory of Mesoscience and Engineering, Institute of Process Engineering, Chinese Academy of SciencesState Key Laboratory of Mesoscience and Engineering, Institute of Process Engineering, Chinese Academy of SciencesState Key Laboratory of Mesoscience and Engineering, Institute of Process Engineering, Chinese Academy of SciencesState Key Laboratory of Mesoscience and Engineering, Institute of Process Engineering, Chinese Academy of SciencesAbstract MAX phases, a unique class of layered ternary compounds, along with their two-dimensional derivatives, MXenes, have drawn considerable attention in many fields. Notably, their one-dimensional (1D) counterpart exhibits more distinct properties and enhanced assemblability for broader applications. We propose a conformal synthetic route for 1D-MAX phases fabrication by integrating additional atoms into nanofibers template within a molten salt environment, enabling in-situ crystalline transformation. Several 1D-MAX phases are successfully synthesized on a large scale. Demonstrating its potential, a copper-based layer-by-layer composites containing 1% by volume of 1D-Ti2AlC reinforced phase achieves an impressive 98 IACS% conductivity and a friction coefficient of 0.08, while maintaining mechanical properties comparable to other Cu-MAX phase composites, making it suitable for advanced industrial areas. This strategy may promise opportunities for the fabrication of various 1D-MAX phases.https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-024-53137-0
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