Ultrafast microwave synthesis of Ti-based MXenes with high yields
Abstract
AlCN within 3 minutes at 220 W, yielding ∼90% and 70% product, respectively. The process produces expanded, accordion-like structures that delaminate into flakes with mild ultrasonication, eliminating post-synthesis intercalation. Rapid, uniform heating and hydrogen evolution drive structural expansion and facilitate delamination. Structural and morphological analyses (XRD, XPS, TEM, SEM, DLS, AFM) confirmed their successful synthesis, while electrochemical testing showed performance comparable to conventionally prepared MXenes. This approach establishes a rapid, efficient, and high-yield route for scalable MXene production.
Fields of Study & Subjects
MXene and MAX Phase Materials
Electromagnetic wave absorption materials
2D Materials and Applications
Publication details
- Journal / source
- RSC Advances
- Publisher
- Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
- Volume
- 16
- Issue
- 14
- Pages
- 12989–12999
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN