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Evaluating the performance of organic coatings under mechanical stress using electrochemical impedance spectroscopy
PublicationMimo, iż znaczna liczba konstrukcji zabezpieczanych przy pomocy powłok poddawana jest cyklicznym naprężeniom mechanicznym, czynnik ten wydaje się być niedoceniany jako przyczyniający się do przyspieszonego niszczenia organicznych układów powłokowych. Celem pracy było zweryfikowanie czy powtarzające się naprężenia mechaniczne stanowią istotny element wpływający na skrócenie czasu eksploatacji systemów powłokowych. W tym celu układ:...
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Application of electrochemical impedance spectroscopy to monitoring discharging process of nickel/metal hydride battery.
PublicationThis paper presents the possibility of applying impedance analysis to cell diagnostics. In order to obtain characteristic curves of both electrodes of a NiMH battery simultaneously, a reference electrode was added into the circuit. The authors analysed the cell under three cases, i.e. when its properties are determined only by the state of the positive electrode, only by the state of the negative electrode, or when both electrodes...
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Development of the Mobile PoC Graphene-Based Biosensing Device Using Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS)
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Electrochemical behaviour of Cr coating in acidic sulphate solution studied by cyclic polarization and impedance spectroscopy
PublicationOdporność korozyjną powłok chromowych w 0.01 M H2SO4 zbadano metodami woltamperometrii cyklicznej i spektroskopii impedancyjnej. Stwierdzono, że właściwości ochronne powłoki chromowej w kontakcie z powietrzem wzrastają dzięki tworzeniu się warstwy tlenkowej zapełniającej defekty w powłoce. W trakcie polaryzacji anodowej następuje częściowe roztwarzanie tej warstwy i penetracja agresywnego środowiska do podłoża (stali), co powoduje...
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Dynamic elektrochemical impedance spectroscopy measurements of passive layer cracking under static tensile stresses.
PublicationDynamiczna elektrochemiczna spektroskopia impedancyjna umożliwia badanie podatności i odporności korozyjnej różnych materiałów konstrukcyjnych, a w szczególności określenie właściwości elektrochemicznych warstw pasywnych występujących na ich powierzchni. W wielu przypadkach pęknięcie warstwy pasywnej pod wpływem działania naprężeń rozciągających prowadzi do korozji naprężeniowej. Z tego względu badania pękania warstw pasywnych...
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Determination of pseudocapacitance chan ges of nickel oxide NiO electrode with use of dynamic electrochemical impedancje spectroscopy
PublicationThe electrochemical capacitors (ECs) are attractive energy storage devices which can be applied in many electronic products (e.g., cameras, laptops, cell phones) or hybrid electric vehicles (HEV). The energy storage in ECs is based on capacitive (the electrical double layer charging/discharging) and pseudocapacitive (additional charge provided by faradic reaction) phenomena. Considering the electrodes exhibiting pseudocapacitance,...
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Evaluation of cavitation erosion–corrosion degradation of mild steel by means of dynamic impedance spectroscopy in galvanostatic mode
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Evaluation of cavitation erosion-corrosion degradation of mild steel by means of Dynamic Impedance Spectroscopy in galvanostatic mode
PublicationPrzedstawiono wyniki badań degradacji stali węglowych na skutek oddziaływania erozji-korozji kawitacyjnej. Do analizy wykorzystano technikę Dynamicznej Elektrochemicznej Spektroskopii Impedancyjnej w trybie galwanostatycznym, bliżej odwzrorowującym warunki naturalne. Do oceny stopnia degradacji posłużyły również funkcja ubytku masy MDPR oraz obrazy mikroskopowe SEM. Potwierdzono wpływ łączonej degradacji erozyjno-korozyjnej na...
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Detection of the Plant Pathogen Pseudomonas Syringae pv. Lachrymans on Antibody-Modified Gold Electrodes by Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy
PublicationThe present work describes an impedimetric immunosensor for Pseudomonas syringae pv. lachrymans (Psl) detection. This pathogen infects many crop species causing considerable yield losses, thus fast and cheap detection method is in high demand. In the assay, the gold disc electrode was modified with 4-aminothiophenol (4-ATP), glutaraldehyde (GA), and anti-Psl antibodies, and free-sites were blocked with bovine serum albumin (BSA)....
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The electrochemical impedance spectroscopy studies of the anode material based on polymer and starch derived ceramic for lithium ion batteries
PublicationThe anode materials derived of preceramic polymer poly(1,2-dimethylsilazane) (PSN) and starch was study. Commercially available polysilazane (poly(1,2-dimethylsilazane (PSN 2M01 Gelest) was mixed with commercially available starch (POCH Gliwice). The ratio polymer/starch (PSN/starch) was 1/1 or 3/7. The polysialazane/starch blend was cross-linked at 230 ºC for 2 h followed by heating to the final temperature (500 ºC, 700 ºC and...
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Electrical and mechanical characterization of two-phase alloys by means of scanning probe microscopy in dynamic impedance spectroscopy mode
PublicationDynamic impedance spectroscopy, evaluated for measuring non-stationary systems, was used in combination with scanning probe microscope. Using this approach, localized impedance measurements in the AFM contact mode could be carried out. Additionally, impedance–force curves were made at each phase of investigated materials to illustrate the relation between impedance and the force applied to a probe. Therefore, correlation of electrical...
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In-situ odd random phase electrochemical impedance spectroscopy study on the electropolymerization of pyrrole on iron in the presence of sodium salicylate – The influence of the monomer concentration
PublicationIn this work, the potentiostatic electropolymerization of polypyrrole (PPy) on iron in aqueous solution of sodium salicylate and pyrrole is studied in situ by odd random phase electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (ORP-EIS). The influence of the pyrrole concentration on the electrosynthesis process is investigated. The ORP-EIS technique ensures a reliable analysis of the PPy electrosynthesis on iron by means of an advanced data...
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Biomolecular influenza virus detection based on the electrochemical impedance spectroscopy using the nanocrystalline boron-doped diamond electrodes with covalently bound antibodies
PublicationNew rapid pathogen detection methods with improved cost-effectiveness and efficiency are currently in the focus of the scientists from all over the world. Based on the experiences from the rapid spread of the influenza virus pandemic in 2009 it is clear that the development of the system for early diagnosis of this infection is essential. The crucial stage of the treatment is the detection of the viral infection during its initial...
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Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy data of PDA-modified TiO2 nanotubes
Open Research DataThis dataset contains Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy data of the samples from TiO2 nanotubes modified with polydopamine. The studies were presented as a part of the research on "Band Gap Engineering toward Semimetallic Character of Quinone-Rich Polydopamine" (DOI: 10.1021/acs.jpcc.2c08804).
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The electrochemical impedance spectroscopy studies of cataphoretic-grown epoxy-based coatings
Open Research DataThe dataset contains electrochemical impedance spectroscopy spectra collected for epoxy-based cataphoretic coatings in order to determine the offered anti-corrosion protection. Particular spectra pertain to the coatings applied for the different magnitude of polarization potential imposed, namely 10V, 20V and 30V. The results were obtained within the...
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Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy measurements - conductivity vs. temperature and conductivity vs. oxygen partial pressure - BaCe0.6Zr0.2Y0.1Tb0.1O3-δ
Open Research DataThe dataset consists of two main catalogs consisting of measurement data: of the electrical conductivity of the BaCe0.6Zr0.2Y0.1Tb0.1O3-δ (BCZYTb) sample as a function of temperature and of the electrical conductivity as a function of oxygen partial pressure (pO2). Measurements as a function of temperature were carried out in dry and wet air (pH2O ~...
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Influence of sintering temperature of porous SrTi0.30Fe0.70O3-d oxygen electrode on electrochemical impedance spectroscopy spectra measured at 800 °C
Open Research DataThis dataset contains results electrochemica impedance spectroscopy (EIS) of symmetrical cells with porous SrTi0.30Fe0.70O3-d oxygen electrodes sintered at different temperatures (800 °C; 900 °C and 1000 °C). Measure temperature was 800 °C (syntetic air, 40 ml min-1). Results converted to electrode surfaces area and dived by two electrodes.
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Influence of sintering temperature of porous SrTi0.50Fe0.50O3-d oxygen electrode on electrochemical impedance spectroscopy spectra measured at 800 °C
Open Research DataThis dataset contains results electrochemica impedance spectroscopy (EIS) of symmetrical cells with porous SrTi0.50Fe0.50O3-d oxygen electrodes sintered at different temperatures (800 °C; 900 °C and 1000 °C). Measure temperature was 800 °C (syntetic air, 40 ml min-1). Results converted to electrode surfaces area and dived by two electrodes.
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Influence of sintering temperature of porous SrTi0.65Fe0.35O3-d oxygen electrode on electrochemical impedance spectroscopy spectra measured at 800 °C
Open Research DataThis dataset contains results electrochemica impedance spectroscopy (EIS) of symmetrical cells with porous SrTi0.65Fe0.35O3-d oxygen electrodes sintered at different temperatures (800 °C; 900 °C and 1000 °C). Measure temperature was 800 °C (syntetic air, 40 ml min-1). Results converted to electrode surfaces area and dived by two electrodes.
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Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy spectra measured at 700 °C on porous SrTi0.30Fe0.70O3-d oxygen electrodes sintered at different temperatures
Open Research DataThis dataset contains results electrochemica impedance spectroscopy (EIS) of symmetrical cells with porous SrTi0.30Fe0.70O3-d oxygen electrodes sintered at different temperaturs (800 °C, 900 °C and 1000 °C). EIS spectra were measured at 700 °C with synthetic air flow (21% O2, 40 ml min-1). Results converted to electrode surfaces area and dived by two...
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Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy spectra measured at 700 °C on porous SrTi0.65Fe0.35O3-d oxygen electrodes sintered at different temperatures
Open Research DataThis dataset contains results electrochemica impedance spectroscopy (EIS) of symmetrical cells with porous SrTi0.65Fe0.35O3-d oxygen electrodes sintered at different temperaturs (800 °C, 900 °C and 1000 °C). EIS spectra were measured at 700 °C with synthetic air flow (21% O2, 40 ml min-1). Results converted to electrode surfaces area and dived by two...
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Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy spectra measured at 700 °C on porous SrTi0.50Fe0.50O3-d oxygen electrodes sintered at different temperatures
Open Research DataThis dataset contains results electrochemica impedance spectroscopy (EIS) of symmetrical cells with porous SrTi0.50Fe0.50O3-d oxygen electrodes sintered at different temperaturs (800 °C, 900 °C and 1000 °C). EIS spectra were measured at 700 °C with synthetic air flow (21% O2, 40 ml min-1). Results converted to electrode surfaces area and dived by two...
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Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy spectra measured at 800 °C, 750 °C and 700 °C on porous SrTi0.50Fe0.50O3-d oxygen electrode sintered at 800 °C
Open Research DataThis dataset contains results electrochemica impedance spectroscopy (EIS) of symmetrical cells with porous SrTi0.50Fe0.50O3-d oxygen electrodes sintered at 800 °C. EIS spectra were measured at 800 °C; 750°C and 700 °C (synthetic air). Results converted to electrode surfaces area and dived by two electrodes.
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Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy spectra measured at 800 °C, 750 °C and 700 °C on porous SrTi0.65Fe0.35O3-d oxygen electrode sintered at 800 °C
Open Research DataThis dataset contains results electrochemica impedance spectroscopy (EIS) of symmetrical cells with porous SrTi0.65Fe0.35O3-d oxygen electrodes sintered at 800 °C. EIS spectra were measured at 800 °C; 750°C and 700 °C (synthetic air). Results converted to electrode surfaces area and dived by two electrodes.
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Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy spectra measured at 800 °C, 750 °C and 700 °C on porous SrTi0.30Fe0.70O3-d oxygen electrode sintered at 800 °C
Open Research DataThis dataset contains results electrochemica impedance spectroscopy (EIS) of symmetrical cells with porous SrTi0.30Fe0.70O3-d oxygen electrodes sintered at 800 °C. EIS spectra were measured at 800 °C; 750°C and 700 °C (synthetic air). Results converted to electrode surfaces area and dived by two electrodes.
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Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy and Distribution of Relaxation Times analysis results for porous SrTi0.30Fe0.70O3-d oxygen electrode measured at 800 °C and 15% oxygen partial pressure
Open Research DataThis dataset contains electrochemical impedance spectroscopy and Distribution of Relaxation Times analysis results for symmetrical cell with porous SrTi0.30Fe0.70O3-d oxygen electrodes sintered at 800 °C. EIS spectra were measured at 800 °C and 15% of oxygen partial pressure. Spectra of two RCPE elements from equivalent circuit , are also included....
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Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy and Distribution of Relaxation Times analysis results for porous SrTi0.30Fe0.70O3-d oxygen electrode measured at 600 °C and 15% oxygen partial pressure
Open Research DataThis dataset contains electrochemical impedance spectroscopy and Distribution of Relaxation Times results for symmetrical cell with porous SrTi0.30Fe0.70O3-d oxygen electrodes sintered at 800 °C. EIS spectra were measured at 600 °C and 15% of oxygen partial pressure. Spectra of two RCPE elements from equivalent circuit , are also included. Results converted...
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Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy and Distribution of Relaxation Times analysis results for porous SrTi0.30Fe0.70O3-d oxygen electrode measured at 700 °C and 15% oxygen partial pressure
Open Research DataThis dataset contains electrochemical impedance spectroscopy and Distribution of Relaxation Times analysis results for symmetrical cell with porous SrTi0.30Fe0.70O3-d oxygen electrodes sintered at 800 °C. EIS spectra were measured at 700 °C and 15% of oxygen partial pressure. Spectra of two RCPE elements from equivalent circuit , are also included....
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Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy and Distribution of Relaxation Times analysis results for porous SrTi0.30Fe0.70O3-d oxygen electrode measured at 700 °C and 100% oxygen partial pressure
Open Research DataThis dataset contains electrochemical impedance spectroscopy and Distribution of Relaxation Times analysis results for symmetrical cell with porous SrTi0.30Fe0.70O3-d oxygen electrodes sintered at 800 °C. EIS spectra were measured at 700 °C and 100% of oxygen partial pressure. Spectra of two RCPE elements from equivalent circuit , are also included....
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Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy and Distribution of Relaxation Times analysis results for porous SrTi0.30Fe0.70O3-d oxygen electrode measured at 700 °C and 20% oxygen partial pressure
Open Research DataThis dataset contains electrochemical impedance spectroscopy and Distribution of Relaxation Times analysis results for symmetrical cell with porous SrTi0.30Fe0.70O3-d oxygen electrodes sintered at 800 °C. EIS spectra were measured at 700 °C and 20% of oxygen partial pressure. Spectra of two RCPE elements from equivalent circuit , are also included....
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Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy and Distribution of Relaxation Times analysis results for porous SrTi0.30Fe0.70O3-d oxygen electrode measured at 700 °C and 5% oxygen partial pressure
Open Research DataThis dataset contains electrochemical impedance spectroscopy and Distribution of Relaxation Times analysis results for symmetrical cell with porous SrTi0.30Fe0.70O3-d oxygen electrodes sintered at 800 °C. EIS spectra were measured at 700 °C and 5% of oxygen partial pressure. Spectra of two RCPE elements from equivalent circuit , are also included. Results...
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Kazimierz Darowicki prof. dr hab. inż.
PeopleStudia wyższe ukończyłem w czerwcu 1981 roku po zdaniu egzaminu dyplomowego i obronie pracy magisterskiej. Opiekunem pracy magisterskiej był dr hab. inż. Tadeusz Szauer. W roku 1991, 27 listopada uzyskałem stopień naukowy broniąc pracę doktorską zatytułowaną „Symulacyjna i korelacyjna analiza widm immitancyjnych inhibitowanej reakcji elektrodowej”. Promotorem pracy był prof. dr hab. inż. Józef Kubicki (Wydział Chemiczny...
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Polynomial description of dynamic impedance spectrogram—introduction to a new impedance analysis method
PublicationThis paper presents a polynomial description of spectrograms obtained using Dynamic Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy. A method to fit the polynomial degree correctly is discussed. A simple electrical system of a diode connected in parallel with a capacitor was used for testing. Dynamic impedance measurements during potentiodynamic polarization were conducted. This paper presents an alternative analysis method that allows...
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A Comprehensive Analysis of Impedance of the Electrochemical Cell
PublicationA comprehensive impedance characteristics of two electrodes electrochemical cell has been pre sented. In this method a multisinusoidal current excitation signal is used. The change of potential of both the electrodes are all registered as a function of time. The proposed method gives the possibility of determining the impedance of both electrodes individually as well as the impedance of a twoelectrode system. Additional application...
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Polynomial analysis as a new way of describing dynamic impedance spectra – Differential and relative impedance spectra
PublicationModel measurements of an equivalent electrical system were carried out using the technique of Dynamic Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy. The measurement took the form of potentiodynamic changes imposed on the tested system. Using the possibility of continuous impedance measurements, an attempt was made to develop an original and innovative method of analyzing impedance spectrograms, which is termed polynomial analysis. As...
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Study on surface termination of boron-doped diamond electrodes under anodic polarization in H2SO4 by means of dynamic impedance technique
PublicationAnodic oxidation is a popular way to modify termination bonds at boron doped diamond electrodes altering their electrochemical and physicochemical properties. Our studies, performed with dynamic electrochemical impedance spectroscopy technique, supported with X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy and ellipsometry analysis prove its utility in continuous on-line monitoring of impedance changes on the electrode surface under polarization...
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The influence of dynamic load changes on temporary impedance in hydrogen fuel cells, selection and validation of the electrical equivalent circuit
PublicationTo achieve optimal performance of a fuel cell, a reliable monitoring and diagnostic method is required. The currently utilized methods give limited information or they are impossible to use under dynamic working conditions. To obtain comprehensive information about the fuel cell operation we utilized novel dynamic electrochemical impedance spectroscopy. Impedance measurements in dynamic mode were performed on a hydrogen fuel cell,...
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Dynamic impedance measurements of the Direct Methanol Fuel Cell cathode at various operating temperatures
PublicationThis article discusses the application of impedance analysis for diagnosing the cathode of a direct methanol fuel cell at various operating temperatures. The Dynamic Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy technique coupled with a linear current scan was applied for this purpose. This technique allowed the observation of changes in the cathode's properties in the fuel cell operating under real working conditions. An equivalent model...
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A comprehensive evaluation of mimosa extract as a corrosion inhibitor on AA6060 alloy in acid rain solution: part I. Electrochemical AC methods
PublicationThe inhibition effect of mimosa extract on the corrosion of AA6060 aluminum alloy in acid rain solution was investigated by electrochemical impedance spectroscopy and dynamic electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (DEIS). All the studied electrochemical parameters showed good corrosion inhibitive characteristics with respect to the aluminum alloy in the tested solution. Inhibitor efficiency increased with the concentration and...
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Jacek Ryl dr hab. inż.
PeopleI have obtained my PhD in chemical technology in 2010. In the same year, I was employed at the Department of Electrochemistry, Corrosion and Materials Engineering at the Faculty of Chemistry. In 2018 I received habilitation at the Faculty of Chemistry GUT in technical sciences in the discipline of chemical technology. From 2021, he was employed at the Institute of Nanotechnology and Materials Science at the Faculty of Technical...
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Evaluation of citric acid corrosion inhibition efficiency and passivation kinetics for aluminium alloys in alkaline media by means of dynamic impedance monitoring
PublicationA novel approach is proposed for constructing the adsorption isotherm in corrosion studies, based on a well-known interaction between citric acid and aluminium in alkaline electrolytes. Our approach utilizes the instantaneous impedance measurements via Dynamic Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy in galvanostatic mode (g-DEIS). Unlike other common tools, g-DEIS delivers exact information about the concentration required for full...
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Dynamic impedance data for various carboxylic acids corrosion inhibition of aluminium in alkaline media (pH=11)
Open Research DataThis dataset contains the results of Dynamic Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (DEIS) carried out in galvanostatic mode under iDC=0, carried out in order to define the corrosion inhibition effect of various studied carboxylic acids: citric acid, malic acid, maleic acid, succinic acid, tartaric acid, carballylic acid, and serine. The experiment...
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Simultaneous impedance and volumetric studies and additionally potentiodynamic polarization measurements of molasses as a carbon steel corrosion inhibitor in 1M hydrochloric acid solution
PublicationThe inhibition effect of molasses on the corrosion of low carbon steel in 1M hydrochloric acid solution was investigated by volumetric and electrochemical measurements. Potentiodynamic polarization and dynamic electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (DEIS) results were obtained and compared with to those, obtained with the hydrogen evolution technique. All results indicate that molasses functioned as a good inhibitor in 1M hydrochloric...
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The inhibition effect of mad Honey on corrosion of 2007-type aluminium alloy in 3.5% NaCl solution
PublicationThe inhibition effect of mad honey on corrosion of 2007-type aluminium alloy in 3.5% NaCl solution was investigated by Tafel extrapolarisation (TP), electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) and dynamic electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (DEIS). All the studied parameters exhibited good anti-corrosive properties against corrosion of 2007-type aluminium alloy in the test solution; the corrosion rates decreased with the increase...
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Evidence for solid state electrochemical degradation within a small molecule OLED
PublicationAcridone derivative have been synthesised and used as OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode) emitters which were found to be electroactive. Electrochemical investigations showed a side reaction takes place inside an active layer which diminished the overall device efficiency. By using a dopant and host active layer architecture, the formation of the by product was removed. The by-product was identified as a σ-dimer formed inside an...
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Instantaneous impedance monitoring of AA 7075 aluminum alloy corrosion in borate buffer with admixed chloride ions
PublicationThe study presents a research capabilities of Dynamic Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (DEIS) as a tool used for instantaneous on-line monitoring of corrosion processes on the example of AA 7075 aluminum alloy. A borate buffer with admixed chloride ions in a quantity ranging from 0.05 to 25 mM was used to represent different types of corrosion attack. The surface of samples specimens was evaluated before and after the tests...
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Sodium nitrite as a corrosion inhibitor of copper in simulated cooling water
PublicationThe corrosion inhibition behavior of sodium nitrite (NaNO2) towards pure copper (99.95%) in simulated cooling water (SCW) was investigated by means of electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) and dynamic electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (DEIS). NaNO2 interferes with metal dissolution and reduce the corrosion rate through the formation or maintenance of inhibitive film on the metal surface. Surface morphologies illustrated...
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Implementation of DEIS for reliable fault monitoring and detection in PEMFC single cells and stacks
PublicationDynamic Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (DEIS) was presented as novel method for diagnostic and monitoring of PEMFC stack and single cells operation. Impedance characteristics were obtained simultaneously with current - voltage characteristics for stack and each individual cell. Impedance measurements were performed in galvanodynamic mode. It allowed to compare performance of each cell and identification of faulty cell operation...
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Heterogeneous oxidation of highly boron-doped diamond electrodes and its influence on the surface distribution of electrochemical activity
PublicationThe electrochemical active surface area (EASA) of polycrystalline boron-doped diamond (BDD) electrodes is heterogeneous and can be affected by numerous factors. There is a strong need for proper consideration of BDD heterogeneity in order to improve this material's range of application in electrochemistry. Localized changes in surface termination due to the influence of oxidation agent result in increased surface resistance. The...
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Investigation of corrosion behavior of 6060 and 6082 aluminum alloys under simulated acid rain conditions
PublicationInstantaneous impedance changes of 6060 and 6082 type aluminum alloys in pure water, and simulated acid rain poured into the pure water was investigated by dynamic electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (DEIS). In this way, the influence of aluminum content on the corrosion behavior of 6060 and 6082 type aluminum alloys immersed in simulated acid rain was determined. The corrosion rate of the alloy decreased with increasing Al...