Recent Advancement in Rational Design Modulation of MXene: A Voyage from Environmental Remediation to Energy...

Area of Science:

• Materials Science
• Nanotechnology
• Environmental Science

Background:

• MXenes (2D transition metal carbides/nitrides) exhibit metallic conductivity and hydrophilicity.
• Surface functional groups (oxygen, fluorine, hydroxyl) significantly influence MXene properties.
• MXenes have shown promise in energy storage, environmental remediation, and sensing since 2011.

Purpose of the Study:

• To critically review MXenes and their derivatives (hybrid composites) for diverse applications.
• To emphasize the improvement of MXene surface characteristics for multidimensional uses.
• To highlight MXenes' potential in environmental decontamination, energy conversion/storage, and sensing.

Main Methods:

• Review of existing literature on MXene synthesis and functionalization.
• Analysis of MXene properties, including conductivity, hydrophilicity, and electrochemical behavior.
• Discussion of MXene applications in environmental remediation, energy, and sensing.

Main Results:

• Surface functional groups critically impact MXene's electrochemical and hydrophilic properties.
• MXenes demonstrate robust electrochemistry and high hydrophilicity, suitable for various applications.
• Hybrid MXene configurations show enhanced performance in pollutant detection and energy storage.

Conclusions:

• MXenes and their derivatives are versatile materials for environmental remediation and energy applications.
• Optimizing surface characteristics is key to unlocking MXene's full potential.
• Further research into MXene-based hybrid materials will open new avenues for advanced applications.