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2017

Performance Evaluation of a Chitosan/Silver Nanoparticles Composite on St37 Steel Corrosion in a 15% HCl Solution

Solomon, M. M., Gerengi, H., Kaya, T. & Umoren, S. A., 3 Jan 2017, In: ACS Sustainable Chemistry and Engineering. 5, 1, p. 809-820 12 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

174 Citations (Scopus)

Plasmon aided (BiVO₄)_x–(TiO₂)_1−x ternary nanocomposites for efficient solar water splitting

Ali, S., Khan, I., Khan, S. A., Sohail, M., Yamani, Z. H., Morsy, M. A. & Qamaruddin, M., 2017, In: Solar Energy. 155, p. 770-780 11 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

22 Citations (Scopus)

Predictive Enhanced Modified Orthogonal Search algorithm for wireless video sensor network

Yan, Z. & Welsen, S., 13 Mar 2017, Proceedings - APMediaCast 2016. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., p. 60-65 6 p. 7878172. (Proceedings - APMediaCast 2016).

Research output: Chapter in Book/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review

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Preparation of high performance H₂S removal biochar by direct fluidized bed carbonization using potato peel waste

Sun, Y., Yang, G., Zhang, L. & Sun, Z., 2017, In: Process Safety and Environmental Protection. 107, p. 281-288 8 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

58 Citations (Scopus)

Preparation of high-purity V₂C MXene and electrochemical properties as li-ion batteries

Liu, F., Zhou, J., Wang, S., Wang, B., Shen, C., Wang, L., Hu, Q., Huang, Q. & Zhou, A., 2017, In: Journal of the Electrochemical Society. 164, 4, p. A709-A713

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

347 Citations (Scopus)

Preparation of hybrid porous carbon using black liquor lignin impregnated with steelmaking slag and its performance in SO₂ removal

Sun, Y., Sun, G., Sage, V., Sun, Z., Zhang, J. P. & Zhang, L., Sept 2017, In: Environmental Progress and Sustainable Energy. 36, 5, p. 1417-1427 11 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

9 Citations (Scopus)

Preparation of microencapsulated phase change materials (MEPCM) for thermal energy storage

Su, W., Darkwa, J., Kokogiannakis, G., Zhou, T. & Li, Y., 2017, In: Energy Procedia. 121, p. 95-101 7 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Conference article › peer-review

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Prolonged lifetime of polymer solar cells with amphiphilic monolayers modified cathodes

Wu, B., Lim, S. L., Li, J., Qi, D., Chen, F., Wang, X. & Chen, Z. K., Oct 2017, In: Organic Electronics. 49, p. 368-374 7 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

1 Citation (Scopus)

Rapid preparation of high electrochemical performance LiFePO₄/C composite cathode material with an ultrasonic-intensified micro-impinging jetting reactor

Dong, B., Huang, X., Yang, X., Li, G., Xia, L. & Chen, G., Nov 2017, In: Ultrasonics Sonochemistry. 39, p. 816-826 11 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

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22 Citations (Scopus)

Research on the temperature field of high-voltage high power line start permanent magnet synchronous machines with different rotor cage structure

Cao, Z., Li, W., Li, J., Zhang, X., Li, D. & Zhang, M., Nov 2017, In: Energies. 10, 11, 1829.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

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13 Citations (Scopus)

Research Progress and Perspectives on High Voltage, Flame Retardant Electrolytes for Lithium-Ion Batteries

Xia, L., Yu, L., Hu, D. & Chen, Z. G., 15 Dec 2017, In: Acta Chimica Sinica. 75, 12, p. 1183-1195 13 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Review article › peer-review

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18 Citations (Scopus)

Self-Excitation and Energy Recovery of Air-Core Compulsators

Zhao, W., Wu, S., Cui, S., Gerada, C., Zhang, H. & Xu, Z., Jul 2017, In: IEEE Transactions on Plasma Science. 45, 7, p. 1168-1174 7 p., 7929298.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

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8 Citations (Scopus)

Shape Controlled Synthesis of Copper Vanadate Platelet Nanostructures, Their Optical Band Edges, and Solar-Driven Water Splitting Properties

Khan, I. & Qurashi, A., 1 Dec 2017, In: Scientific Reports. 7, 1, 14370.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

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69 Citations (Scopus)

Side chain engineering of naphthalene diimide–bithiophene-based polymer acceptors in all-polymer solar cells

Wu, X., Tang, Y., Wang, Y., Liu, X., Liu, C., Zhang, X., Yang, Y., Gao, X., Chen, F., Guo, X. & Chen, Z. K., 15 Nov 2017, In: Journal of Polymer Science, Part A: Polymer Chemistry. 55, 22, p. 3679-3689 11 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

11 Citations (Scopus)

Sonochemical assisted hydrothermal synthesis of pseudo-flower shaped Bismuth vanadate (BiVO₄) and their solar-driven water splitting application

Khan, I., Ali, S., Mansha, M. & Qurashi, A., 1 May 2017, In: Ultrasonics Sonochemistry. 36, p. 386-392 7 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

109 Citations (Scopus)

Sonochemical assisted synthesis of RGO/ZnO nanowire arrays for photoelectrochemical water splitting

Khan, I., Ibrahim, A. A. M., Sohail, M. & Qurashi, A., 1 Jul 2017, In: Ultrasonics Sonochemistry. 37, p. 669-675 7 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

67 Citations (Scopus)

South African hydrogen infrastructure (HySA infrastructure) for fuel cells and energy storage: Overview of a projects portfolio

Bessarabov, D., Human, G., Kruger, A. J., Chiuta, S., Modisha, P. M., du Preez, S. P., Oelofse, S. P., Vincent, I., Van Der Merwe, J., Langmi, H. W., Ren, J. & Musyoka, N. M., 11 May 2017, In: International Journal of Hydrogen Energy. 42, 19, p. 13568-13588 21 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

54 Citations (Scopus)

Spent lead-acid battery recycling in China – A review and sustainable analyses on mass flow of lead

Sun, Z., Cao, H., Zhang, X., Lin, X., Zheng, W., Cao, G., Sun, Y. & Zhang, Y., Jun 2017, In: Waste Management. 64, p. 190-201 12 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Review article › peer-review

183 Citations (Scopus)

Stabilizing Li/electrolyte interface with a transplantable protective layer based on nanoscale LiF domains

Peng, Z., Zhao, N., Zhang, Z., Wan, H., Lin, H., Liu, M., Shen, C., He, H., Guo, X., Zhang, J. G. & Wang, D., Sept 2017, In: Nano Energy. 39, p. 662-672 11 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

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159 Citations (Scopus)

Synthesis, characterization and visible-light-driven photoelectrochemical hydrogen evolution reaction of carbazole-containing conjugated polymers

Mansha, M., Khan, I., Ullah, N. & Qurashi, A., 20 Apr 2017, In: International Journal of Hydrogen Energy. 42, 16, p. 10952-10961 10 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

94 Citations (Scopus)

Synthesis and applications of MOF-derived porous nanostructures

Yap, M. H., Fow, K. L. & Chen, G. Z., Jul 2017, In: Green Energy and Environment. 2, 3, p. 218-245 28 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Review article › peer-review

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369 Citations (Scopus)

Synthesis and Electrochemical Properties of Two-Dimensional Hafnium Carbide

Zhou, J., Zha, X., Zhou, X., Chen, F., Gao, G., Wang, S., Shen, C., Chen, T., Zhi, C., Eklund, P., Du, S., Xue, J., Shi, W., Chai, Z. & Huang, Q., 25 Apr 2017, In: ACS Nano. 11, 4, p. 3841-3850 10 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

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465 Citations (Scopus)

Synthesis by two-step growth scheme for fabrication of hierarchical micro/nano-structured mesoporous LiFePO₄ precursor particles for high performance lithium-ion batteries

Dong, B., Li, G. & Yang, X., 2017, Advanced Materials - TechConnect Briefs 2017. Laudon, M., Case, F., Romanowicz, B. & Case, F. (eds.). TechConnect, p. 371-374 4 p. (Advanced Materials - TechConnect Briefs 2017; vol. 1).

Research output: Chapter in Book/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review

Synthesis of hierarchical WO₃ and Bi₂O₃/WO₃ nanocomposite for solar-driven water splitting applications

Khan, I., Abdalla, A. & Qurashi, A., 2 Feb 2017, In: International Journal of Hydrogen Energy. 42, 5, p. 3431-3439 9 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

67 Citations (Scopus)

Synthesis of rGO/Zr-MOF composite for hydrogen storage application

Musyoka, N. M., Ren, J., Langmi, H. W., North, B. C., Mathe, M. & Bessarabov, D., 2017, In: Journal of Alloys and Compounds. 724, p. 450-455 6 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

77 Citations (Scopus)

The political ecology of rising China: Case study of Chinese hydropower dams in Africa and Asia

Tan-Mullins, M., Urban, F. & Mang, G., 1 Jan 2017, Chinese Hydropower Development in Africa and Asia: Challenges and Opportunities for Sustainable Global Dam-Building. Taylor and Francis, p. 80-99 20 p.

Research output: Chapter in Book/Conference proceeding › Book Chapter › peer-review

1 Citation (Scopus)

The research and application of the power big data

Zhang, S., Zhang, D., Zhang, Y., Cao, J. & Xu, H., 2017, Seventh International Conference on Electronics and Information Engineering. Chen, X. (ed.). SPIE, 103222I. (Proceedings of SPIE - The International Society for Optical Engineering; vol. 10322).

Research output: Chapter in Book/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review

3 Citations (Scopus)

Three-dimensional multiphase flow computational fluid dynamics models for proton exchange membrane fuel cell: A theoretical development

Kone, J. P., Zhang, X., Yan, Y., Hu, G. & Ahmadi, G., Mar 2017, In: Journal of Computational Multiphase Flows. 9, 1, p. 3-25 23 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

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35 Citations (Scopus)

85 Downloads (Pure)

Tunable visible light absorption of MoO₃-CdTe composite thin films

Hendi, A. H. Y., Al-Kuhaili, M. F., Durrani, S. M. A., Faiz, M. M., Ul-Hamid, A., Qurashi, A. & Khan, I., 31 Aug 2017, In: Thin Solid Films. 636, p. 137-143 7 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

3 Citations (Scopus)

Ultrasonically enhanced anaerobic digestion of thickened waste activated sludge using fluidized bed reactors

Chowdhury, M. M. I., Nakhla, G. & Zhu, J., 2017, In: Applied Energy. 204, p. 807-818 12 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

18 Citations (Scopus)

Ultrathin Lanthanum Tantalate Perovskite Nanosheets Modified by Nitrogen Doping for Efficient Photocatalytic Water Splitting

Lv, M., Sun, X., Wei, S., Shen, C., Mi, Y. & Xu, X., 28 Nov 2017, In: ACS Nano. 11, 11, p. 11441-11448 8 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

104 Citations (Scopus)

Visible-light driven photocatalytic oxygen evolution reaction from new poly(phenylene cyanovinylenes)

Mansha, M., Khan, I., Ullah, N., Qurashi, A. & Sohail, M., 1 Aug 2017, In: Dyes and Pigments. 143, p. 95-102 8 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

16 Citations (Scopus)

Waveform peak shaping by multi-frequency power transfer in internal, single-phase distribution systems

Bruske, S., Buticchi, G. & Liserre, M., 28 Apr 2017, 2017 11th IEEE International Conference on Compatibility, Power Electronics and Power Engineering, CPE-POWERENG 2017. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., p. 106-111 6 p. 7915153. (2017 11th IEEE International Conference on Compatibility, Power Electronics and Power Engineering, CPE-POWERENG 2017).

Research output: Chapter in Book/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review

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3 Citations (Scopus)

Wide Input-Voltage Range Boost Three-Level DC-DC Converter with Quasi-Z Source for Fuel Cell Vehicles

Zhang, Y., Shi, J., Zhou, L., Li, J., Sumner, M., Wang, P. & Xia, C., Sept 2017, In: IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics. 32, 9, p. 6728-6738 11 p., 7736069.

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123 Citations (Scopus)

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2016

A CFD model for biomass flame-combustion analysis

Gentile, G., Debiagi, P. A., Cuoci, A., Frassoldati, A., Faravelli, T. & Ranzi, E., 2016, Chemical Engineering Transactions. Kohse-Hoinghaus, K. & Ranzi, E. (eds.). AIDIC-Italian Association of Chemical Engineering, Vol. 50. p. 49-54 6 p.

Research output: Chapter in Book/Conference proceeding › Book Chapter › peer-review

8 Citations (Scopus)

A critical review of thermal enhancement of packed beds for water vapour adsorption

Yeboah, S. K. & Darkwa, J., 1 May 2016, In: Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews. 58, p. 1500-1520 21 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Review article › peer-review

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35 Citations (Scopus)

A Modular Speed-Drooped System for High Reliability Integrated Modular Motor Drives

Galassini, A., Costabeber, A., Gerada, C., Buticchi, G. & Barater, D., 1 Jul 2016, In: IEEE Transactions on Industry Applications. 52, 4, p. 3124-3132 9 p., 7430281.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

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32 Citations (Scopus)

Analysis of the frequency-based control of a master/slave micro-grid

Buticchi, G., Carne, G. D., Barater, D., Zou, Z. & Liserre, M., 2016, In: IET Renewable Power Generation. 10, 10, p. 1570-1576 7 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

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40 Citations (Scopus)

An effective phase tracking method of controlling MTDC grids under AC grid contingencies

Xu, Z. & Zhu, J., 19 Jan 2016, Proceedings of the 2015 IEEE Innovative Smart Grid Technologies - Asia, ISGT ASIA 2015. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 7387126. (Proceedings of the 2015 IEEE Innovative Smart Grid Technologies - Asia, ISGT ASIA 2015).

Research output: Chapter in Book/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review

1 Citation (Scopus)

A Self-Powered Triboelectric Nanosensor for PH Detection

Wu, Y., Su, Y., Bai, J., Zhu, G., Zhang, X., Li, Z., Xiang, Y. & Shi, J., 2016, In: Journal of Nanomaterials. 2016, 5121572.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

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23 Citations (Scopus)

A Semimetal Nanowire Rectifier: Balancing Quantum Confinement and Surface Electronegativity

Sanchez-Soares, A. & Greer, J. C., 14 Dec 2016, In: Nano Letters. 16, 12, p. 7639-7644 6 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

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9 Citations (Scopus)

A survey of energy efficiency optimization in heterogeneous cellular networks

Abdulkafi, A. A., Sileh, I. K., Chieng, D., Kiong, T. S. & Ghaleb, A., 29 Feb 2016, In: KSII Transactions on Internet and Information Systems. 10, 2, p. 462-483 22 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

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7 Citations (Scopus)

Benefits to energy efficiency and environmental impact: General discussion

Okabe, T. H., Kuzmina, O., Slattery, J. M., Jiang, C., Sudmeier, T., Yu, L., Wang, H., Xiao, W., Xu, L., Yue, X., Kong, Y., Doherty, A., Haarberg, G. M., Jiao, S., Xu, Q., Zhu, H., Wang, D., Madden, P., Cooper, D. & McGregor, K. & 15 others, Wei, C., Hu, B., Mount, A., Irvine, J., Kamali, A., Khalaghi, B., Jin, X., Liu, Y., Chen, G., Zou, X., Chen, G., Liu, Y., Eshtaya, M., Fray, D. & Yuan, Y., 2016, In: Faraday Discussions. 190, p. 161-204 44 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Comment/debate

2 Citations (Scopus)

Bipolarly stacked electrolyser for energy and space efficient fabrication of supercapacitor electrodes

Liu, X., Wu, T., Dai, Z., Tao, K., Shi, Y., Peng, C., Zhou, X. & Chen, G. Z., 1 Mar 2016, In: Journal of Power Sources. 307, p. 208-213 6 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

13 Citations (Scopus)

Can aliphatic anchoring groups be utilised with dyes for p-type dye sensitized solar cells?

Hao, Y., Wood, C. J., Clark, C. A., Calladine, J. A., Horvath, R., Hanson-Heine, M. W. D., Sun, X. Z., Clark, I. P., Towrie, M., George, M. W., Yang, X., Sun, L. & Gibson, E. A., 2016, In: Dalton Transactions. 45, 18, p. 7708-7719 12 p.

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25 Citations (Scopus)

Characteristic study of a novel compact Solar Thermal Facade (STF) with internally extruded pin-fin flow channel for building integration

Shen, J., Zhang, X., Yang, T., Tang, L., Cheshmehzangi, A., Wu, Y., Huang, G., Zhong, D., Xu, P. & Liu, S., 15 Apr 2016, In: Applied Energy. 168, p. 48-64 17 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

17 Citations (Scopus)

City Enhancement beyond the Notion of "sustainable City": Introduction to Integrated Assessment for City Enhancement (iACE) Toolkit

Cheshmehzangi, A., 2016, In: Energy Procedia. 104, p. 153-158 6 p.

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Comparison of MOF-5- and Cr-MOF-derived carbons for hydrogen storage application

Segakweng, T., Musyoka, N. M., Ren, J., Crouse, P. & Langmi, H. W., 1 May 2016, In: Research on Chemical Intermediates. 42, 5, p. 4951-4961 11 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

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52 Citations (Scopus)

Control and communication in the Smart Transformer-fed grid

Zou, Z. X., Buticchi, G. & Liserre, M., 3 Nov 2016, 2016 IEEE 21st International Conference on Emerging Technologies and Factory Automation, ETFA 2016. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 7733495. (IEEE International Conference on Emerging Technologies and Factory Automation, ETFA; vol. 2016-November).

Research output: Chapter in Book/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review

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16 Citations (Scopus)

Corrosion inhibition by leaves and stem extracts of Sida acuta for mild steel in 1 M H₂SO₄ solutions investigated by chemical and spectroscopic techniques

Umoren, S. A., Eduok, U. M., Solomon, M. M. & Udoh, A. P., 1 Sept 2016, In: Arabian Journal of Chemistry. 9, p. S209-S224

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