Membranes have become a basis for tackling the global challenge of freshwater scarcity, notably in the fields of desalination and water purification. MXenes, distinguished by their notable high aspect ratio, extensive surface area, robust mechanical strength, and enduring chemical resilience, have emerged as highly promising materials for membrane development. Recent progress in the research and application of MXene membranes, especially in the areas of water desalination and treatment, marks a significant leap forward in this domain. This study conducts an exhaustive analysis of the state-of-the-art developments in the creation and enhancement of MXene-based membranes. It delves into their application in various desalination processes, including membrane-based desalination and solar-driven interfacial steam generation, alongside their use in water purification. This analysis sheds light on their efficacy in the desalination processes, in addition to evaluating their antimicrobial properties and salt rejection efficiency. Moreover, the review provides an in-depth examination of the mechanics behind MXene membrane functionality and assesses their overall impact, pinpointing both the current opportunities they present and the challenges they face. The primary goal of this discussion is to enrich the collective understanding of MXene membrane technology and to spur ongoing refinement and innovation in this area. By doing so, the review aims to contribute to the advancement of sustainable solutions to water scarcity through the development of more efficient and effective membrane technologies.

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MXenes 在海水淡化、水净化和抗菌剂中的应用进展：综述


膜已成为应对淡水短缺全球挑战的基础，尤其是在海水淡化和水净化领域。MXenes 以其显着的高纵横比、广泛的表面积、强大的机械强度和持久的化学弹性而著称，已成为非常有前途的膜开发材料。MXene 膜的研究和应用的最新进展，特别是在海水淡化和处理领域，标志着该领域的重大飞跃。本研究对基于 MXene 的膜的创建和增强的最新发展进行了详尽分析。它深入探讨了它们在各种海水淡化工艺中的应用，包括基于膜的海水淡化和太阳能驱动的界面蒸汽生成，以及它们在水净化中的应用。除了评估它们的抗菌特性和脱盐效率外，该分析还阐明了它们在海水淡化过程中的功效。此外，该综述对 MXene 膜功能背后的机制进行了深入的检查，并评估了它们的整体影响，指出了它们带来的当前机遇和面临的挑战。本次讨论的主要目标是丰富对 MXene 膜技术的集体理解，并促进该领域的不断改进和创新。通过这样做，该审查旨在通过开发更高效和有效的膜技术，为解决水资源短缺的可持续解决方案做出贡献。