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Zeng D, Shen T, Hu Y, Liu F, Liu Z, Song J, Guan R, Zhou C. ZnIn 2S 4-based multi-interface coupled photocatalyst for efficient photothermal synergistic catalytic hydrogen evolution. J Colloid Interface Sci 2024; 670:395-408. [PMID: 38772256 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2024.05.122] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2024] [Revised: 05/06/2024] [Accepted: 05/16/2024] [Indexed: 05/23/2024]
Abstract
Photothermal synergistic catalysis is a novel technology that converts energy. In this study, ZnIn2S4 with S-vacancy (ZIS-Vs) is combined with Nickel, Nickle Oxide and Carbon Nanofiber aggregates (Ni-NiO@CNFs) to create a multi-interface coupled photocatalyst with double Schottky barrier, double channel and mixed photothermal conversion effect. Theoretical calculation confirms that the Gibbs free energy (ΔG*H) of the S-scheme heterojunction in the composite material is -0.07 eV, which is close to 0. This promotes the adsorption of H* and accelerates the formation of H2. Internal photothermal catalysis is achieved by visible-near infrared (Vis-NIR, RT) irradiation. The internal photothermal catalytic hydrogen production rate of the best sample (0.9Ni-NiO@CNFs/ZIS-Vs) is as high as 17.24 mmol·g-1·h-1, and its photothermal conversion efficiency (η) is as high as 61.42 %. Its hydrogen production efficiency is 20.52 times that of ZIS-Vs (0.84 mmol·g-1·h-1) under visible light (Vis, RT) conditions. When the Vis-NIR light source is combined with external heating (75 ℃), the hydrogen production efficiency is further improved, and the hydrogen production efficiency (29.16 mmol·g-1·h-1) is 26.75 times that of ZIS-Vs (1.09 mmol·g-1·h-1, Vis-NIR, RT). Further analysis shows that the increase in hydrogen production resulted from the apparent activation energy (Ea) of the catalyst decreasing from 16.7 kJ·mol-1 to 9.28 kJ·mol-1. This study provides a valuable prototype for the design of an efficient photothermal synergistic catalytic system.
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- Danni Zeng
- Key Laboratory for Advanced Technology in Environmental Protection of Jiangsu Province, Yancheng Institute of Technology, Jiangsu, China
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- Key Laboratory for Advanced Technology in Environmental Protection of Jiangsu Province, Yancheng Institute of Technology, Jiangsu, China
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- Key Laboratory for Advanced Technology in Environmental Protection of Jiangsu Province, Yancheng Institute of Technology, Jiangsu, China; School of Materials Science and Engineering, Henan Polytechnic University, Jiaozuo, China
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- Key Laboratory for Advanced Technology in Environmental Protection of Jiangsu Province, Yancheng Institute of Technology, Jiangsu, China
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- Key Laboratory for Advanced Technology in Environmental Protection of Jiangsu Province, Yancheng Institute of Technology, Jiangsu, China
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- Key Laboratory for Advanced Technology in Environmental Protection of Jiangsu Province, Yancheng Institute of Technology, Jiangsu, China
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- Key Laboratory for Advanced Technology in Environmental Protection of Jiangsu Province, Yancheng Institute of Technology, Jiangsu, China.
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Yancheng Institute of Technology, Jiangsu, China.
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Lu J, Chen Z, Shen Y, Yuan H, Sun X, Hou J, Guo F, Li C, Shi W. Boosting photothermal-assisted photocatalytic H 2 production over black g-C 3N 4 nanosheet photocatalyst via incorporation with carbon dots. J Colloid Interface Sci 2024; 670:428-438. [PMID: 38772259 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2024.05.077] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2024] [Revised: 04/25/2024] [Accepted: 05/12/2024] [Indexed: 05/23/2024]
Abstract
Although photocatalytic H2 production based on semiconductor materials has a wide potential application, it still facing challenges such as slow reaction kinetics or complex synthesis processes. To meet these challenges, the carbon dots loaded black g-C3N4 (CN-B-CDs) was synthesized by simple calcination method to achieve efficient photothermal-assisted photocatalytic H2 production. Photothermal imaging experiments confirmed the photothermal effect of CN-B and CDs as dual heat sources to increase the temperature of the composite system, thus improving the effective separation of photo-generated charges. In addition, multiple photocatalytic H2 production tests exhibited that CN-B-CDs photocatalysts not only have strong stability but also can accommodate a variety of complex water bodies, which displayed the potential for industrial application. This study combined the photothermal effect and the mechanism by which the CDs promote the charge transfer to design a new photocatalytic H2 production system and provided a new scheme for achieving efficient photothermal-assisted photocatalytic H2 production using carbon-based materials.
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- Jialin Lu
- School of Energy and Power, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang, Jiangsu 212003, PR China
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- School of Material Science and Engineering, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang, Jiangsu 212003, PR China
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- School of Energy and Power, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang, Jiangsu 212003, PR China
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- School of Material Science and Engineering, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang, Jiangsu 212003, PR China
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- School of Energy and Power, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang, Jiangsu 212003, PR China
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- College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu 225009, PR China
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- School of Energy and Power, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang, Jiangsu 212003, PR China.
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- Key Laboratory of Advanced Electrode Materials for Novel Solar Cells for Petroleum and Chemical Industry of China, School of Chemistry and Life Sciences, Suzhou University of Science and Technology, Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province 215009, PR China.
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- School of Material Science and Engineering, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang, Jiangsu 212003, PR China.
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Lei D, Wang L, Lv Y, Luo N, Wang Z. A Comprehensive Review of Solar Photocatalysis & Photothermal Catalysis for Hydrogen Production from Biomass: from Material Characteristics to Engineering Application. Chemistry 2024; 30:e202401486. [PMID: 38865111 DOI: 10.1002/chem.202401486] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/18/2024] [Revised: 06/08/2024] [Accepted: 06/10/2024] [Indexed: 06/13/2024]
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Biomass photoreforming is a promising way of producing sustainable hydrogen thanks to the abundant sources of biomass feedstocks. Solar energy provides the heat and driven force to initial biomass oxidation coupled with H2 evolution. Currently, biomass photoreforming is still far from plant-scale applications due to the lower solar energy utilization efficiencies, the low H2 yield, and the lack of appropriate photoreactors. The production of H2 from photoreforming of native biomass and platform molecules was summarized and discussed with particular attention to the prospects of scaling up the catalysis technology for mass hydrogen production. The types of photoreforming, including photocatalysis and photothermal catalysis, were discussed, consequently considering the different requirements for photoreactors. We also reviewed the photoreactors that support biomass photoreforming. Numerical simulation methods were implemented for the solid-liquid two-phase flow and inter-particle radiative transfer involved in the reaction process. Developing concentrated photothermal catalytic flowed reactors is beneficial to scale-up catalytic hydrogen production from biomass.
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- Dongqiang Lei
- Institute of Electrical Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, No.6 Beiertiao, Zhongguancun, Beijing, 100190, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, No.19 (A) Yuquan Rd, Shijingshan District, Beijing, 100049, China
- Laboratory of Long-Duration and Large-Scale Energy Storage, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Institute of Electrical Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, No.6 Beiertiao, Zhongguancun, Beijing, 100190, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, No.19 (A) Yuquan Rd, Shijingshan District, Beijing, 100049, China
- Laboratory of Long-Duration and Large-Scale Energy Storage, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China
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- School of Energy & Power Engineering, Changsha University of Science & Technology, Changsha, 410114, China
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- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, No.19 (A) Yuquan Rd, Shijingshan District, Beijing, 100049, China
- State Key Laboratory of Catalysis, Dalian National Laboratory for Clean Energy, Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, 116023, Dalian, China
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- Institute of Electrical Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, No.6 Beiertiao, Zhongguancun, Beijing, 100190, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, No.19 (A) Yuquan Rd, Shijingshan District, Beijing, 100049, China
- Laboratory of Long-Duration and Large-Scale Energy Storage, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China
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Zhang X, Wang C, Zhang M, Luo D, Ye S, Weng B. Surface Plasmon Resonance-Mediated Photocatalytic H 2 Generation. CHEMSUSCHEM 2024:e202400513. [PMID: 38772862 DOI: 10.1002/cssc.202400513] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2024] [Revised: 05/21/2024] [Accepted: 05/21/2024] [Indexed: 05/23/2024]
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The limited yield of H2 production has posed a significant challenge in contemporary research. To address this issue, researchers have turned to the application of surface plasmon resonance (SPR) materials in photocatalytic H2 generation. SPR, arising from collective electron oscillations, enhances light absorption and facilitates efficient separation and transfer of electron-hole pairs in semiconductor systems, thereby boosting photocatalytic H2 production efficiency. However, existing reviews predominantly focus on SPR noble metals, neglecting non-noble metals and SPR semiconductors. In this review, we begin by elucidating five different SPR mechanisms, covering hot electron injection, electric field enhancement, light scattering, plasmon-induced resonant energy transfer, and photo-thermionic effect, by which SPR enhances photocatalytic activity. Subsequently, a comprehensive overview follows, detailing the application of SPR materials-metals, non-noble metals, and SPR semiconductors-in photocatalytic H2 production. Additionally, a personal perspective is offered on developing highly efficient SPR-based photocatalysis systems for solar-to-H2 conversion in the future. This review aims to guide the development of next-gen SPR-based materials for advancing solar-to-fuel conversion.
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- Xiaohan Zhang
- Huangpu H2 Energy Innovation Center, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Guangzhou University, Guangzhou, 510006, P. R. China
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- Bingtuan Energy Development Institute, Shihezi University, Shihezi City, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, 832000, P. R. China
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- School of Semiconductor Science and Technology, South China Normal University, Foshan, Guangdong 528225, P. R. China
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- Huangpu H2 Energy Innovation Center, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Guangzhou University, Guangzhou, 510006, P. R. China
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- Huangpu H2 Energy Innovation Center, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Guangzhou University, Guangzhou, 510006, P. R. China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Urban Pollutant Conversion, Institute of Urban Environment Chinese Academy of Sciences, 1799 Jimei Road, Xiamen, 361021, P. R. China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, 19 A Yuquan Road, Beijing, 100049, P. R. China
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Chen L, Xu Y, Su L, He T, Zhang L, Shen H, Cheng Q, Liu L, Bai S, Hong SH. Visible-Light-Enhanced Hydrogen Evolution through Anodic Furfural Electro-Oxidation Using Nickel Atomically Dispersed Copper Nanoparticles. Inorg Chem 2024; 63:730-738. [PMID: 38100509 DOI: 10.1021/acs.inorgchem.3c03677] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2023]
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A novel copper nanoparticle variant, denoted as Cu98Ni2 NPs, which incorporate Ni atoms in an atomically dispersed manner, has been successfully synthesized via a straightforward one-pot electrochemical codeposition process. These nanoparticles were subsequently employed as an anode to facilitate the oxidation of furfural, leading to the production of hydrogen gas. Voltammetric measurements revealed that the inclusion of trace amounts of Ni atoms in the nanoparticles resulted in a pronounced synergistic electronic effect between Cu and Ni. Consequently, a 43% increase in current density at 0.1 V was observed in comparison to pure Cu NPs. Importantly, when the Cu98Ni2 NPs were irradiated with visible light, a remarkable current density enhancement factor of 505% at 0.1 V was achieved relative to that of pure Cu NPs in the absence of light. This enhancement can be attributed to localized surface plasmon resonance induced by visible light, which triggers photothermal and photoelectric effects. These effects collectively contribute to the significant overall improvement in the electrocatalytic oxidation of furfural, leading to enhanced hydrogen evolution.
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- Lu Chen
- College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Zhejiang Normal University, Jinhua 321000, Zhejiang, P. R. China
- College of Biological, Chemical Sciences and Engineering & Nanotechnology Research Institute, Jiaxing University, Jiaxing 314001, Zhejiang, P. R. China
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- College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Zhejiang Normal University, Jinhua 321000, Zhejiang, P. R. China
- College of Biological, Chemical Sciences and Engineering & Nanotechnology Research Institute, Jiaxing University, Jiaxing 314001, Zhejiang, P. R. China
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- College of Biological, Chemical Sciences and Engineering & Nanotechnology Research Institute, Jiaxing University, Jiaxing 314001, Zhejiang, P. R. China
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- College of Biological, Chemical Sciences and Engineering & Nanotechnology Research Institute, Jiaxing University, Jiaxing 314001, Zhejiang, P. R. China
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- College of Biological, Chemical Sciences and Engineering & Nanotechnology Research Institute, Jiaxing University, Jiaxing 314001, Zhejiang, P. R. China
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- College of Biological, Chemical Sciences and Engineering & Nanotechnology Research Institute, Jiaxing University, Jiaxing 314001, Zhejiang, P. R. China
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- College of Biological, Chemical Sciences and Engineering & Nanotechnology Research Institute, Jiaxing University, Jiaxing 314001, Zhejiang, P. R. China
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- College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Zhejiang Normal University, Jinhua 321000, Zhejiang, P. R. China
- College of Biological, Chemical Sciences and Engineering & Nanotechnology Research Institute, Jiaxing University, Jiaxing 314001, Zhejiang, P. R. China
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- College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Zhejiang Normal University, Jinhua 321000, Zhejiang, P. R. China
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- College of Biological, Chemical Sciences and Engineering & Nanotechnology Research Institute, Jiaxing University, Jiaxing 314001, Zhejiang, P. R. China
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Shi Y, Chen Z, Hao P, Shan P, Lu J, Guo F, Shi W. Boosting photothermal-assisted photocatalytic water/seawater splitting into hydrogen based on greenhouse-induced photothermal effect. J Colloid Interface Sci 2024; 653:1339-1347. [PMID: 37801844 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2023.09.170] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/06/2023] [Revised: 09/21/2023] [Accepted: 09/27/2023] [Indexed: 10/08/2023]
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Photothermal-assisted photocatalytic hydrogen production is a very promising way to maximize solar energy utilization to obtain clean energy. Herein, we designed a composite photocatalyst with coating core-shell Fe3O4@SiO2 nanoparticles on the surface of ZnIn2S4 micro-flowers for high-efficient photothermal-assisted photocatalytic water/seawater splitting. Experimental results reveal that in the core-shell structure of Fe3O4@SiO2, the addition of the SiO2 shell in Fe3O4@SiO2 not only separates the photothermal and photochemical components, avoiding competition between them, but also further increases the temperature of the core in a manner similar to the greenhouse effect, which was used as a hot core to provide heat to the ZnIn2S4 photocatalyst to increase the surface reaction temperature and enhance the collision chances of photo-generated carriers into causing severe recombination of carriers, thus promoting the hydrogen generation. Significantly, the optimal photocatalytic water/seawater splitting into hydrogen production rates over Fe3O4@SiO2/ZnIn2S4 are up to 1258.5 and 1108.5 μmol g-1 h-1, which are 11.9 and 14.7 times higher than that of pristine ZnIn2S4, respectively. This study provides an idea for the design of highly efficient photothermal-assisted photocatalysts.
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- Yuxing Shi
- School of Energy and Power, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang, Jiangsu 212003, PR China
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- School of Material Science and Engineering, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang, Jiangsu 212003, PR China
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- School of Energy and Power, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang, Jiangsu 212003, PR China
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- School of Energy and Power, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang, Jiangsu 212003, PR China
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- School of Energy and Power, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang, Jiangsu 212003, PR China
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- School of Energy and Power, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang, Jiangsu 212003, PR China.
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- School of Material Science and Engineering, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang, Jiangsu 212003, PR China.
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Zhang J, Du C, Zhou C, Yang S. Highly efficient splitting of benzyl alcohol for the production of hydrogen and benzaldehyde using synergistic CuNi/CdS photocatalysts. J IND ENG CHEM 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jiec.2023.02.030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/06/2023]
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