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Two-dimensional (2D) MXene membranes offer advanced ionic separation due to their flexibility and conductivity. This review details structural engineering for high-performance MXene membranes in various ion separation applications.

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Area of Science:

  • Materials Science
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Environmental Science

Background:

  • Two-dimensional (2D) MXene membranes are promising for ionic separations.
  • Key properties include mechanical flexibility, hydrophilicity, and electrical conductivity.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review recent advances in MXene-based membranes for ion separation.
  • To emphasize structural engineering strategies and their applications.
  • To provide guidance for designing and manufacturing high-performance MXene membranes.

Main Methods:

  • Summarizing fabrication routes for MXene membranes.
  • Analyzing separation mechanisms in different ion scenarios.
  • Highlighting structural engineering approaches.

Main Results:

  • MXene membranes demonstrate tunable separation mechanisms.
  • Effective in monovalent/monovalent, monovalent/multivalent, anion/cation, and heavy-metal ion separations.
  • Structural engineering is crucial for performance.

Conclusions:

  • MXene membranes are versatile for diverse ionic separations.
  • Further research needed for rational design and scalable manufacturing.
  • Future opportunities lie in optimizing MXene membrane performance.