High-entropy TiVNbMoC3Tx MXene hybrid with balanced dielectric-magnetic loss for high-efficient electromagnetic wave absorption with environmental stability

Abstract

With the advent of the 5G era, there is a growing demand for electromagnetic wave (EMW) absorbers that offer both efficient absorption and improved environmental stability. Transition metal carbides/carbonitrides (MXene), with their atomic-layered structures and high electrical conductivity, offer substantial potential for crafting efficient electromagnetic functional materials. Yet, enhancing the antioxidant capabilities and addressing the poor loss mechanisms of traditional MXene absorbers remain challenging tasks. In this context, a TiVNbMoC3Tx high-entropy MXene (HE-MXene) and its magnetic hybrids were synthesized for the first time. The unique multicomponent structure of high-entropy MXene reduces grain boundary formation, thereby slowing the progression of oxidation reactions. The incorporation of magnetic nanoparticles induces interface polarization loss or strong magnetic coupling, thereby enhancing EMW attenuation. These magnetic HE-MXene hybrids demonstrated a minimum reflection loss of −57.59 dB at a matching thickness of 1.46 mm and an effective absorption bandwidth (EAB) of 4.72 GHz at a thickness of 1.53 mm. Furthermore, the magnetic hybrids also exhibited outstanding oxidation and electrochemical corrosion resistance. This research provides valuable theoretical insights for the development of electromagnetic composites within high entropy (HE) systems, showcasing significant potential for long-term applications.