Photocatalytic solar fuel generation is currently a hot topic because of its potential for solving the energy crisis owing to its low cost and zero-carbon emissions.However,the rapid bulk recombination of photoexcited...Photocatalytic solar fuel generation is currently a hot topic because of its potential for solving the energy crisis owing to its low cost and zero-carbon emissions.However,the rapid bulk recombination of photoexcited carrier pairs is a fundamental disadvantage.To resolve this problem,we synthesized a dual cocatalysts system of cobalt phosphide(Co P)and molybdenum carbide(Mo_(2)C)embedded on strontium titanate(Sr TiO_(3))nanofibers.Compared with those of pristine SrTiO_(3) and binary samples,the dual cocatalysts system(denoted SCM)showed a significant improvement in the hydrogen evolution and CO_(2) reduction performance.Further,the structure of SCM effectively promoted spatial charge separation and enhanced the photocatalytic performance.In addition,the Schottky junction formed between the SrTiO_(3) and cocatalysts enabled the rapid transfer of photoexcited electrons from SrTiO_(3) to the cocatalysts,resulting in effective separation and prolonged photoexcited electron lifetimes.The electron migration route between SrTiO_(3) and the cocatalysts was determined by in situ irradiation X-ray spectroscopy,and band structures of Sr TiO_(3) and the cocatalysts are proposed based on results obtained from UV-vis diffraction reflection spectroscopy and ultraviolet photoelectron spectroscopy measurements.On the basis of our results,the dual cocatalysts unambiguously boosts charge separation and enhances photocatalytic performance.In summary,we have investigated the flux of photoexcited electrons in a dual cocatalysts system and provided a theoretical basis and ideas for subsequent research.展开更多
Photocatalysis is believed to be one of the best methods to realize sustainable H2 production. However, achieving this through heterogeneous photocatalysis still remains a great challenge owing to the absence of activ...Photocatalysis is believed to be one of the best methods to realize sustainable H2 production. However, achieving this through heterogeneous photocatalysis still remains a great challenge owing to the absence of active sites, sluggish surface reaction kinetics, insufficient charge separation, and a high thermodynamic barrier. Therefore, cocatalysts are necessary and of great significance in boosting photocatalytic H2 generation. This review will focus on the promising and appealing low-cost Ni-based H2-generation cocatalysts as the alternatives for the high-cost and low-abundance noble metal cocatalysts. Special emphasis has been placed on the design principle, modification strategies for further enhancing the activity and stability of Ni-based cocatalysts, and identification of the exact active sites and surface reaction mechanisms. Particularly, four types of modification strategies based on increased light harvesting, enhanced charge separation, strengthened interface interaction, and improved electrocatalytic activity have been thoroughly discussed and compared in detail. This review may open a new avenue for designing highly active and durable Ni-based cocatalysts for photocatalytic H2 generation.展开更多
A laboratory-scale intermediate-temperature H2S fuel cell with a configuration of H2S, (metal sulfide-based composite anode)/Li2SO4+Al2O3/(NiO-based composite cathode), air was developed and studied for production of ...A laboratory-scale intermediate-temperature H2S fuel cell with a configuration of H2S, (metal sulfide-based composite anode)/Li2SO4+Al2O3/(NiO-based composite cathode), air was developed and studied for production of power and for desulfurization of a fuel gas process stream. The cell was run at typical temperature (600—650℃) and ambient pressure, but its electrochemical performance may be limited by electrolyte membrane thickness. The membrane and its performance in cell have been characterized using scanning electron microscope (SEM) and electrochemical impedance spectrum (EIS) techniques. Composite anodes based on metal sulfides, Ag powder and electrolyte behaved well and stably in H2S stream, and composite cathodes based mainly on nickel oxide, Ag powder and electrolyte had superior per-formance to Pt catalyst. The maximum power density of up to 70mW?cm-2 and current density of as high as 250mA?cm-2 were obtained at 650℃. However, the long-term cell stability remains to be investigated.展开更多
Microbial fuel cells (MFCs) rely on microbial conversion of organic substrates to electricity. The optimal perfor- mance depends on the establishment of a microbial community rich in electrogenic bacteria. Usually t...Microbial fuel cells (MFCs) rely on microbial conversion of organic substrates to electricity. The optimal perfor- mance depends on the establishment of a microbial community rich in electrogenic bacteria. Usually this micro- bial community is established from inoculation of the MFC anode chamber with naturally occurring mixed inocula. In this study, the electrochemical performance of MFCs and microbial community evolution were eval- uated for three inocula including domestic wastewater (DW), lake sediment (LS) and biogas sludge (BS) with varying substrate loading (Lsub) and external resistance (Rext) on the MFC. The electrogenic bacterium Geobacter sulfurreducens was identified in all inocula and its abundance during MFC operation was positively linked to the MFC performance. The IS inoculated MFCs showed highest abundance (18% ± 1%) of G. sulfurreducens, maximum current density [Imax = (690 ± 30) mA.m 2] and coulombic efficiency (CE = 29% ±1%) with acetate as the substrate./max and CE increased to (1780 ± 30) mA.m-2 and 58%± 1%, respectively, after decreasing the Rext from 1000 Ωto 200 Ω, which also correlated to a higher abundance ofG. sulfurreducens (21% ±0.7%) on the MFC anodic biofilm. The data obtained contribute to understanding the microbial community response to Lsub and Roy, for of timizing electricity eneration in MFCs.展开更多
This review highlights the recent research progress on inorganic solid state energy materials in China,from synthesis and fundamental properties to their applications.It describes the significant contributions of Chin...This review highlights the recent research progress on inorganic solid state energy materials in China,from synthesis and fundamental properties to their applications.It describes the significant contributions of Chinese scholars in the field of inorganic solid state chemistry and energy materials including green catalysts,fuel cells,lithium batteries,solar cells,hydrogen storage materials,thermoelectric materials,luminescent materials and superconductors,and then outlines the ongoing rapid progress of novel inorganic solid state materials and the development of reliable and reproducible preparation methods for inorganic solid state materials in China.Finally,we conclude the paper by considering future developments of inorganic solid state chemistry and energy materials in China.展开更多
文摘Photocatalytic solar fuel generation is currently a hot topic because of its potential for solving the energy crisis owing to its low cost and zero-carbon emissions.However,the rapid bulk recombination of photoexcited carrier pairs is a fundamental disadvantage.To resolve this problem,we synthesized a dual cocatalysts system of cobalt phosphide(Co P)and molybdenum carbide(Mo_(2)C)embedded on strontium titanate(Sr TiO_(3))nanofibers.Compared with those of pristine SrTiO_(3) and binary samples,the dual cocatalysts system(denoted SCM)showed a significant improvement in the hydrogen evolution and CO_(2) reduction performance.Further,the structure of SCM effectively promoted spatial charge separation and enhanced the photocatalytic performance.In addition,the Schottky junction formed between the SrTiO_(3) and cocatalysts enabled the rapid transfer of photoexcited electrons from SrTiO_(3) to the cocatalysts,resulting in effective separation and prolonged photoexcited electron lifetimes.The electron migration route between SrTiO_(3) and the cocatalysts was determined by in situ irradiation X-ray spectroscopy,and band structures of Sr TiO_(3) and the cocatalysts are proposed based on results obtained from UV-vis diffraction reflection spectroscopy and ultraviolet photoelectron spectroscopy measurements.On the basis of our results,the dual cocatalysts unambiguously boosts charge separation and enhances photocatalytic performance.In summary,we have investigated the flux of photoexcited electrons in a dual cocatalysts system and provided a theoretical basis and ideas for subsequent research.
基金supprted by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(51672089,51672099)Specical Funding on Applied Science and Technology in Guangdong(2017B020238005)the State Key Laboratory of Advanced Technology for Material Synthesis and Processing(Wuhan University of Technology)(2015-KF-7)~~
文摘Photocatalysis is believed to be one of the best methods to realize sustainable H2 production. However, achieving this through heterogeneous photocatalysis still remains a great challenge owing to the absence of active sites, sluggish surface reaction kinetics, insufficient charge separation, and a high thermodynamic barrier. Therefore, cocatalysts are necessary and of great significance in boosting photocatalytic H2 generation. This review will focus on the promising and appealing low-cost Ni-based H2-generation cocatalysts as the alternatives for the high-cost and low-abundance noble metal cocatalysts. Special emphasis has been placed on the design principle, modification strategies for further enhancing the activity and stability of Ni-based cocatalysts, and identification of the exact active sites and surface reaction mechanisms. Particularly, four types of modification strategies based on increased light harvesting, enhanced charge separation, strengthened interface interaction, and improved electrocatalytic activity have been thoroughly discussed and compared in detail. This review may open a new avenue for designing highly active and durable Ni-based cocatalysts for photocatalytic H2 generation.
基金Supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Guangdong Province (No. 05006552).
文摘A laboratory-scale intermediate-temperature H2S fuel cell with a configuration of H2S, (metal sulfide-based composite anode)/Li2SO4+Al2O3/(NiO-based composite cathode), air was developed and studied for production of power and for desulfurization of a fuel gas process stream. The cell was run at typical temperature (600—650℃) and ambient pressure, but its electrochemical performance may be limited by electrolyte membrane thickness. The membrane and its performance in cell have been characterized using scanning electron microscope (SEM) and electrochemical impedance spectrum (EIS) techniques. Composite anodes based on metal sulfides, Ag powder and electrolyte behaved well and stably in H2S stream, and composite cathodes based mainly on nickel oxide, Ag powder and electrolyte had superior per-formance to Pt catalyst. The maximum power density of up to 70mW?cm-2 and current density of as high as 250mA?cm-2 were obtained at 650℃. However, the long-term cell stability remains to be investigated.
基金grateful to Danida Fellowship Centre for supporting the research project (Biobased electricity in developing countries,DFC No.11-091 Ris?)The financial support from China Scholarship Council (CSC No.2011635051) for Guotao Sun is gratefully acknowledged.Annette E.Jensen,DTU is thanked for technical support
文摘Microbial fuel cells (MFCs) rely on microbial conversion of organic substrates to electricity. The optimal perfor- mance depends on the establishment of a microbial community rich in electrogenic bacteria. Usually this micro- bial community is established from inoculation of the MFC anode chamber with naturally occurring mixed inocula. In this study, the electrochemical performance of MFCs and microbial community evolution were eval- uated for three inocula including domestic wastewater (DW), lake sediment (LS) and biogas sludge (BS) with varying substrate loading (Lsub) and external resistance (Rext) on the MFC. The electrogenic bacterium Geobacter sulfurreducens was identified in all inocula and its abundance during MFC operation was positively linked to the MFC performance. The IS inoculated MFCs showed highest abundance (18% ± 1%) of G. sulfurreducens, maximum current density [Imax = (690 ± 30) mA.m 2] and coulombic efficiency (CE = 29% ±1%) with acetate as the substrate./max and CE increased to (1780 ± 30) mA.m-2 and 58%± 1%, respectively, after decreasing the Rext from 1000 Ωto 200 Ω, which also correlated to a higher abundance ofG. sulfurreducens (21% ±0.7%) on the MFC anodic biofilm. The data obtained contribute to understanding the microbial community response to Lsub and Roy, for of timizing electricity eneration in MFCs.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant Nos.51272235,51272237,50902123,50972130)Zhejiang Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant No.LR12E02001)Qianjiang Talent Program of Zhejiang Province (Grant Nos. QJD1102007& QJD1002001)
文摘This review highlights the recent research progress on inorganic solid state energy materials in China,from synthesis and fundamental properties to their applications.It describes the significant contributions of Chinese scholars in the field of inorganic solid state chemistry and energy materials including green catalysts,fuel cells,lithium batteries,solar cells,hydrogen storage materials,thermoelectric materials,luminescent materials and superconductors,and then outlines the ongoing rapid progress of novel inorganic solid state materials and the development of reliable and reproducible preparation methods for inorganic solid state materials in China.Finally,we conclude the paper by considering future developments of inorganic solid state chemistry and energy materials in China.