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Cheng-Yu He1,2, Yang Li3,4, Zhuo-Hao Zhou1

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High-entropy (HE) materials offer superior photothermal conversion across the solar spectrum. Their unique properties enable advanced applications in solar energy, thermal management, and biomedicine, marking a significant shift in material science.

Keywords:
bandgaphigh‐entropy materialsphotothermal applicationsphotothermal conversionstability

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Area of Science:

  • Materials Science
  • Nanotechnology
  • Renewable Energy

Background:

  • High-entropy (HE) materials exhibit exceptional chemical and physical properties due to their complex compositions.
  • These materials are increasingly recognized for their potential in diverse scientific and technological fields.
  • Recent research highlights their significant capabilities in photothermal conversion.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive review of high-entropy photothermal materials.
  • To elucidate the structure-property relationships, light absorption mechanisms, and optical characteristics of HE photothermal materials.
  • To outline future research directions and potential applications.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review synthesizing current knowledge on HE photothermal materials.
  • Analysis of compositional effects on material properties and photothermal performance.
  • Exploration of light-matter interactions and energy conversion mechanisms.

Main Results:

  • HE materials demonstrate efficient photothermal conversion across the 300-2500 nm solar spectrum.
  • The HE effect and hysteresis diffusion contribute to excellent thermal and chemical stability.
  • These materials show promise in solar water evaporation, thermal management, solar thermoelectric generation, catalysis, and biomedical applications.

Conclusions:

  • High-entropy materials represent a revolutionary advancement over traditional photothermal materials.
  • Their tunable properties and stability offer transformative potential in various technological domains.
  • Further research is crucial for optimizing HE photothermal materials and expanding their applications.