Tohoku University researchers have unveiled a new means of predicting how to synthesize new materials via the ion-exchange. Based on computer simulations, the method significantly reduces the time and energy required to explore for inorganic materials.In the quest to form new materials that facilitate environmentally friendly and efficient energy technologies, scientists regularly rely on the high temperature reaction method to synthesize inorganic materials.
Despite its potential, however, the lack of a systematic approach to predicting appropriate material combinations for ion exchange has hindered its widespread adoption, necessitating laborious trial-and-error experiments. The simulations involved investigating the potential for ion exchange reactions between ternary wurtzite-type oxides and halides/nitrates. Specifically, Suzuki and his colleagues performed simulations on 42 combinations of β-MIGaO2, MI=Na, Li, Cu, Ag as precursors, and halides and nitrates as ion sources.
Suzuki believes that their advancement will accelerate the development of new materials suitable for improved energy technologies."Our findings have shown that it is possible to predict whether ion exchange is feasible and to design reactions in advance without experimental trial and error. In the future, we plan to use this method to search for materials with new and attractive properties that will tackle energy problems.
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