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Area of Science:

  • Photochemistry
  • Materials Science
  • Green Chemistry

Background:

  • Triplet-triplet annihilation photon upconversion (TTA-UC) is sensitive to oxygen, limiting its practical applications.
  • Developing air-stable TTA-UC systems is crucial for broader technological adoption.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate d-limonene as a green solvent for air-stable TTA-UC.
  • To explore alternative terpenes for enhancing TTA-UC stability in fluidic environments.
  • To establish a terpene-based protective platform for oxygen-sensitive TTA-UC.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized d-limonene, derived from citrus fruit rinds, as a solvent for TTA-UC.
  • Investigated the deoxygenating properties of d-limonene.
  • Evaluated TTA-UC performance under solar simulation in ambient air.
  • Explored eight additional terpene types for TTA-UC applications.

Main Results:

  • d-Limonene demonstrated effectiveness as a green solvent for highly efficient and air-stable TTA-UC.
  • The system exhibited good UC performance in a fluid solution under ambient conditions.
  • Terpenes were identified as viable alternatives for air-stable TTA-UC in various fluid environments.
  • A terpene-based protective platform was established for oxygen-sensitive TTA-UC.

Conclusions:

  • d-Limonene is a promising green solvent for realizing air-stable TTA-UC.
  • Terpenes offer a versatile platform for advancing TTA-UC in practical applications, including solar energy and photonics.
  • This research paves the way for utilizing TTA-UC in diverse fields under ambient conditions.