Green hydrogen(H_(2))produced by renewable energy powered alkaline water electrolysis is a promising alternative to fossil fuels due to its high energy density with zero-carbon emissions.However,efficient and economic...Green hydrogen(H_(2))produced by renewable energy powered alkaline water electrolysis is a promising alternative to fossil fuels due to its high energy density with zero-carbon emissions.However,efficient and economic H_(2) production by alkaline water electrolysis is hindered by the sluggish hydrogen evolution reaction(HER)and oxygen evolution reaction(OER).Therefore,it is imperative to design and fabricate high-active and low-cost non-precious metal catalysts to improve the HER and OER performance,which affects the energy efficiency of alkaline water electrolysis.Ni_(3)S_(2) with the heazlewoodite structure is a potential electrocatalyst with near-metal conductivity due to the Ni–Ni metal network.Here,the review comprehensively presents the recent progress of Ni_(3)S_(2)-based electrocatalysts for alkaline water electrocatalysis.Herein,the HER and OER mechanisms,performance evaluation criteria,preparation methods,and strategies for performance improvement of Ni_(3)S_(2)-based electrocatalysts are discussed.The challenges and perspectives are also analyzed.展开更多
Conversion-reaction induced charge storage mechanisms of transition metal sulphides have received considerable interest in designing high-capacity electrodes for electrochemical energy storage devices.However,their lo...Conversion-reaction induced charge storage mechanisms of transition metal sulphides have received considerable interest in designing high-capacity electrodes for electrochemical energy storage devices.However,their low conductivity and structural degradation during cycling limit their applications as energy storage devices.A combination of different nickel sulphide phases tailored with carbon nanostructures is suggested to address these limitations.Herein,a facile,two-step approach is demonstrated for fabricating a hybrid electrode,consisting of trinickel disulphide(Ni_(3)S_(2))formed on a metallic Ni nanoparticle supported by vertical carbon nanotubes(VCN)backbone in the form Ni_(3)S_(2)/Ni@VCN.Ni_(3)S_(2)/Ni@VCN electrodes were tested as anode for lithium-ion batteries,and the electrode featured outstanding lithiumstorage capabilities with a high reversible capacity(1113 m Ah g^(-1) after 100 cycles at 100 m A g^(-1)),excellent long-term cycling stability(770 m Ah g^(-1) after 500 cycles at 200 m A g^(-1)),and good rate capability.The resulting electrode performance is one of the best Li-ion storage capabilities in the Ni_(3)S_(2)-type anode materials described.A unique “broccoli-like”structure of polycrystalline Ni_(3)S_(2)capped on conductive VCN backbone helps the interface storage process and boosts lithium storage performance.展开更多
Developing efficient and durable oxygen evolution reaction(OER)catalysts holds great promise for green hydrogen production via seawater electrolysis,but remains a challenge.Herein,we report a Co-doped Ni_(3)S_(2) nano...Developing efficient and durable oxygen evolution reaction(OER)catalysts holds great promise for green hydrogen production via seawater electrolysis,but remains a challenge.Herein,we report a Co-doped Ni_(3)S_(2) nanosheet array on Ni foam(Co-Ni_(3)S_(2)/NF)as a high-efficiency OER electrocatalyst for seawater.In alkaline conditions,Co-Ni_(3)S_(2)/NF requires an overpotential of only 368 mV to drive 100 mA·cm^(–2),superior to Ni_(3)S_(2)/NF(385 mV).Besides,it exhibits at least 50-h continuous electrolysis.展开更多
The exploitation of cost-efficient electrocatalysts is critical to develop the hydrogen evolution reaction(HER) for hydrogen production.Herein,Ni_(3)S_(2)/NF-x h(x=12,16 and 20,reaction time) nanocrystals in-situ grow...The exploitation of cost-efficient electrocatalysts is critical to develop the hydrogen evolution reaction(HER) for hydrogen production.Herein,Ni_(3)S_(2)/NF-x h(x=12,16 and 20,reaction time) nanocrystals in-situ grown on Ni foam(NF) were prepared via a facile hydrothermal method.The results demonstrate that the reaction time plays key roles in the morphology,the hydrogen evolution performance of the samples,and the hydrogen brittleness of NF substrate.Interestingly,the Ni_(3)S_(2)/NF-16 h displays outstanding catalytic activity for HER in alkaline solution and avoids the hydrogen brittleness of the NF skeletons simultaneously.To afford a catalytic current of20 mA·cm^(-2),Ni_(3)S_(2)/NF-16 h presents ultra-low overpotential of 48 mV for hydrogen evolution and sufficient stability for 40 h.Moreover,the density functional theory(DFT) calculations revealed that the excellent electrocatalytic HER activity of Ni_(3)S_(2) could be attributed to its exposed(015) plane,which exhibited good capability for water adsorption and dissociation in an alkaline electrolyte,leading to the optimal free energy for H^(*) adsorption.The present work offers a novel strategy to design,synthesize and develop highly efficient electrocatalysts for HER.展开更多
Ni^(2+)/Cu^(2+)/SO_(4)^(2-)/polyvinyl alcohol precursor fibers with uniform diameters were prepared through electrospinning.Nickel-based composite nanoalloys containing Ni,Cu,and S were prepared through heat treatment...Ni^(2+)/Cu^(2+)/SO_(4)^(2-)/polyvinyl alcohol precursor fibers with uniform diameters were prepared through electrospinning.Nickel-based composite nanoalloys containing Ni,Cu,and S were prepared through heat treatment in an Ar atmosphere.The experimental results show that the main components of the prepared nanoalloys are NiCu,Ni_(3)S_(2),Ni,and C.The nanoalloys exhibit fine grain sizes about 200-500 nm,which can increase with increasing heat treatment temperature.Electrochemical test results show that the nickel sulfidemodified NiCu nanoalloy composites exhibit excellent oxygen evolution reaction properties,and the oxygen evolution reaction properties gradually improve with the increasing heat treatment temperature.The sample prepared at 1 000℃ for 40 min show a low overpotential of 423 mV and a small Tafel slope of 134 mV·dec^(-1) at a current density of 10 mA·cm^(-2).展开更多
Development of efficient non-precious catalysts for seawater electrolysis is of great significance but challenging due to the sluggish kinetics of oxygen evolution reaction(OER)and the impairment of chlorine electroch...Development of efficient non-precious catalysts for seawater electrolysis is of great significance but challenging due to the sluggish kinetics of oxygen evolution reaction(OER)and the impairment of chlorine electrochemistry at anode.Herein,we report a heterostructure of Ni_(3)S_(2)nanoarray with secondary Fe-Ni(OH)_(2)lamellar edges that exposes abundant active sites towards seawater oxidation.The resultant Fe-Ni(OH)_(2)/Ni_(3)S_(2)nanoarray works directly as a free-standing anodic electrode in alkaline artificial seawater.It only requires an overpotential of 269 mV to afford a current density of 10 mA·cm^(-2)and the Tafel slope is as low as 46 m V·dec^(-1).The 27-hour chronopotentiometry operated at high current density of 100 mA·cm^(-2)shows negligible deterioration,suggesting good stability of the Fe-Ni(OH)_(2)/Ni_(3)S_(2)@NF electrode.Faraday efficiency for oxygen evolution is up to〜95%,revealing decent selectivity of the catalyst in saline water.Such desirable catalytic performance could be benefitted from the introduction of Fe activator and the heterostructure that offers massive active and selective sites.The density functional theory(DFT)calculations indicate that the OER has lower theoretical overpotential than Cl_(2) evolution reaction in Fe sites,which is contrary to that of Ni sites.The experimental and theoretical study provides a strong support for the rational design of high-performance Fe-based electrodes for industrial seawater electrolysis.展开更多
Metal organic framework(MOF) has been confirmed as the promising precursor to develop the conve rsion-typed anode mate rials of sodium-ion batteries(SIBs) because of the tunable structure design and simple functional ...Metal organic framework(MOF) has been confirmed as the promising precursor to develop the conve rsion-typed anode mate rials of sodium-ion batteries(SIBs) because of the tunable structure design and simple functional modification.Here,we prepare the ultrasmall Ni_(3)S_(2) nanocrystals embedded into N-doped porous carbon nanoparticles using the scalable Ni-MOF as precursor(denoted as Ni_(3)S_(2)@NPC).The ultrasmall size of Ni_(3)S_(2) can work for accelerated electro n/ion transfer to facilitate the electrochemical reaction kinetics.Moreover,the robust conductivity network originated from N-doped porous carbon nanoparticles can not only improve the electron conductivity,but also enhance the electrode integrity and stability of the electrode/electrolyte interface.In addition,the N heteroatoms provide extra Na storage sites.Accordingly,the electrode delivers the obviously competitive capacities and high-power output with respect to the currently reported Ni_(3)S_(2)/C composites.This study provides a scalable and universal strategy to develop the advanced transition metal sulfides for practically feasible SIBs.展开更多
With the merits of low cost,environmental benignity,and high safety,aqueous zinc ion batteries(AZIBs)have great potential in the field of energy storage.In this paper,we craft a Co-doped Ni3 S2 with abundant sulfur va...With the merits of low cost,environmental benignity,and high safety,aqueous zinc ion batteries(AZIBs)have great potential in the field of energy storage.In this paper,we craft a Co-doped Ni3 S2 with abundant sulfur vacancies as effective cathode materials(Co-Ni_(3) S_(2-x)) for AZIBs by hydrothermal and chemical reduction method.Notably,cobalt doping and abundant sulfur vacancies can effectively increase the conductivity and the number of active sites for electrochemical reactions,which gives the Co-Ni_(3) S_(2-x) electrode the outstanding capability to energy storage.By coupling Co-Ni_(3) S_(2-x) cathode with Zn anodes to assemble alkaline AZIBs,the Co-Ni_(3) S_(2-x)//Zn full battery exhibits excellent specific capacity(183.9 mAh g^(-1) at 1 A g^(-1),based on cathode mass) and extraordinary cycling durability(72.9% capacity retention after 6000 cycles).First-principles calculations based on density functional theory(DFT) confirm that the Co-Ni_(3) S_(2-x) electrode has strong energy storage capacity and electrochemical stability.The results provide an extremely significant reference in designs of self-supported bimetallic sulfide nanosheets,which have promising applications in high-performance energy storage devices.展开更多
Anatase titanium(IV) oxide (TiO2) particles with exposed {()01) and {101) facets were prepared by hydrothermal treatment of amorphous TiO2 with H2O2- NH3 solution. Crystal phase, shape, and size of TiO2 particles are ...Anatase titanium(IV) oxide (TiO2) particles with exposed {()01) and {101) facets were prepared by hydrothermal treatment of amorphous TiO2 with H2O2- NH3 solution. Crystal phase, shape, and size of TiO2 particles are found to be greatly dependent on the ratio of H2O2-NH3 solution. The prepared TiOo particles with specific exposed crystal faces show higher photocatalytic activity for acetaldehyde decomposition than commercial spherical TiO^ particles. This result implies that recombination is prevented by spatial separation of redox sites in the particles because of selective migration of electrons and positive holes to specific exposed crystal faces and/or different reactivity of electrons and positive holes on the specific exposed crystal face.展开更多
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program(No.2022YFB4202200)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities.
文摘Green hydrogen(H_(2))produced by renewable energy powered alkaline water electrolysis is a promising alternative to fossil fuels due to its high energy density with zero-carbon emissions.However,efficient and economic H_(2) production by alkaline water electrolysis is hindered by the sluggish hydrogen evolution reaction(HER)and oxygen evolution reaction(OER).Therefore,it is imperative to design and fabricate high-active and low-cost non-precious metal catalysts to improve the HER and OER performance,which affects the energy efficiency of alkaline water electrolysis.Ni_(3)S_(2) with the heazlewoodite structure is a potential electrocatalyst with near-metal conductivity due to the Ni–Ni metal network.Here,the review comprehensively presents the recent progress of Ni_(3)S_(2)-based electrocatalysts for alkaline water electrocatalysis.Herein,the HER and OER mechanisms,performance evaluation criteria,preparation methods,and strategies for performance improvement of Ni_(3)S_(2)-based electrocatalysts are discussed.The challenges and perspectives are also analyzed.
基金funded by the PEGASUS(Plasma Enabled and Graphene Allowed Synthesis of Unique Nano-structures)projectfunded by the European Union’s Horizon-Future and Emerging Technologies(FET)research and innovation program under grant agreement No.766894+2 种基金the funding from the Slovenian Research Agency(ARRS)on project N2-0091the support of AD FUTURA,Public Scholarship,Development,Disability,and Maintenance Fund of the Republic of SloveniaNational Research Foundation of Korea(NRF)grant funded by the Korean government(MSIT)(No.2017H1D8A2031138)。
文摘Conversion-reaction induced charge storage mechanisms of transition metal sulphides have received considerable interest in designing high-capacity electrodes for electrochemical energy storage devices.However,their low conductivity and structural degradation during cycling limit their applications as energy storage devices.A combination of different nickel sulphide phases tailored with carbon nanostructures is suggested to address these limitations.Herein,a facile,two-step approach is demonstrated for fabricating a hybrid electrode,consisting of trinickel disulphide(Ni_(3)S_(2))formed on a metallic Ni nanoparticle supported by vertical carbon nanotubes(VCN)backbone in the form Ni_(3)S_(2)/Ni@VCN.Ni_(3)S_(2)/Ni@VCN electrodes were tested as anode for lithium-ion batteries,and the electrode featured outstanding lithiumstorage capabilities with a high reversible capacity(1113 m Ah g^(-1) after 100 cycles at 100 m A g^(-1)),excellent long-term cycling stability(770 m Ah g^(-1) after 500 cycles at 200 m A g^(-1)),and good rate capability.The resulting electrode performance is one of the best Li-ion storage capabilities in the Ni_(3)S_(2)-type anode materials described.A unique “broccoli-like”structure of polycrystalline Ni_(3)S_(2)capped on conductive VCN backbone helps the interface storage process and boosts lithium storage performance.
基金This research was funded by Deputy for Research&Innovation,Ministry of Education through Initiative of Institutional Funding at University of Ha’il–Saudi Arabia through project number IFP-22098.
文摘Developing efficient and durable oxygen evolution reaction(OER)catalysts holds great promise for green hydrogen production via seawater electrolysis,but remains a challenge.Herein,we report a Co-doped Ni_(3)S_(2) nanosheet array on Ni foam(Co-Ni_(3)S_(2)/NF)as a high-efficiency OER electrocatalyst for seawater.In alkaline conditions,Co-Ni_(3)S_(2)/NF requires an overpotential of only 368 mV to drive 100 mA·cm^(–2),superior to Ni_(3)S_(2)/NF(385 mV).Besides,it exhibits at least 50-h continuous electrolysis.
基金financially supported by the Project of Talent Recruitment of Guangdong University of Petrochemical Technology (Nos. 2019rc052 and 2019rc054)。
文摘The exploitation of cost-efficient electrocatalysts is critical to develop the hydrogen evolution reaction(HER) for hydrogen production.Herein,Ni_(3)S_(2)/NF-x h(x=12,16 and 20,reaction time) nanocrystals in-situ grown on Ni foam(NF) were prepared via a facile hydrothermal method.The results demonstrate that the reaction time plays key roles in the morphology,the hydrogen evolution performance of the samples,and the hydrogen brittleness of NF substrate.Interestingly,the Ni_(3)S_(2)/NF-16 h displays outstanding catalytic activity for HER in alkaline solution and avoids the hydrogen brittleness of the NF skeletons simultaneously.To afford a catalytic current of20 mA·cm^(-2),Ni_(3)S_(2)/NF-16 h presents ultra-low overpotential of 48 mV for hydrogen evolution and sufficient stability for 40 h.Moreover,the density functional theory(DFT) calculations revealed that the excellent electrocatalytic HER activity of Ni_(3)S_(2) could be attributed to its exposed(015) plane,which exhibited good capability for water adsorption and dissociation in an alkaline electrolyte,leading to the optimal free energy for H^(*) adsorption.The present work offers a novel strategy to design,synthesize and develop highly efficient electrocatalysts for HER.
基金Funded by the Doctoral Fund of Chengdu University(No.2081919131)the Sichuan Science and Technology Program(No.2023YFG0229)。
文摘Ni^(2+)/Cu^(2+)/SO_(4)^(2-)/polyvinyl alcohol precursor fibers with uniform diameters were prepared through electrospinning.Nickel-based composite nanoalloys containing Ni,Cu,and S were prepared through heat treatment in an Ar atmosphere.The experimental results show that the main components of the prepared nanoalloys are NiCu,Ni_(3)S_(2),Ni,and C.The nanoalloys exhibit fine grain sizes about 200-500 nm,which can increase with increasing heat treatment temperature.Electrochemical test results show that the nickel sulfidemodified NiCu nanoalloy composites exhibit excellent oxygen evolution reaction properties,and the oxygen evolution reaction properties gradually improve with the increasing heat treatment temperature.The sample prepared at 1 000℃ for 40 min show a low overpotential of 423 mV and a small Tafel slope of 134 mV·dec^(-1) at a current density of 10 mA·cm^(-2).
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.91963113).
文摘Development of efficient non-precious catalysts for seawater electrolysis is of great significance but challenging due to the sluggish kinetics of oxygen evolution reaction(OER)and the impairment of chlorine electrochemistry at anode.Herein,we report a heterostructure of Ni_(3)S_(2)nanoarray with secondary Fe-Ni(OH)_(2)lamellar edges that exposes abundant active sites towards seawater oxidation.The resultant Fe-Ni(OH)_(2)/Ni_(3)S_(2)nanoarray works directly as a free-standing anodic electrode in alkaline artificial seawater.It only requires an overpotential of 269 mV to afford a current density of 10 mA·cm^(-2)and the Tafel slope is as low as 46 m V·dec^(-1).The 27-hour chronopotentiometry operated at high current density of 100 mA·cm^(-2)shows negligible deterioration,suggesting good stability of the Fe-Ni(OH)_(2)/Ni_(3)S_(2)@NF electrode.Faraday efficiency for oxygen evolution is up to〜95%,revealing decent selectivity of the catalyst in saline water.Such desirable catalytic performance could be benefitted from the introduction of Fe activator and the heterostructure that offers massive active and selective sites.The density functional theory(DFT)calculations indicate that the OER has lower theoretical overpotential than Cl_(2) evolution reaction in Fe sites,which is contrary to that of Ni sites.The experimental and theoretical study provides a strong support for the rational design of high-performance Fe-based electrodes for industrial seawater electrolysis.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (No.91963118)Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities (No.2412019QD013)+1 种基金the 111 Project (No.B13013)the support from China Postdoctoral Science Foundation (No.2019M661191)。
文摘Metal organic framework(MOF) has been confirmed as the promising precursor to develop the conve rsion-typed anode mate rials of sodium-ion batteries(SIBs) because of the tunable structure design and simple functional modification.Here,we prepare the ultrasmall Ni_(3)S_(2) nanocrystals embedded into N-doped porous carbon nanoparticles using the scalable Ni-MOF as precursor(denoted as Ni_(3)S_(2)@NPC).The ultrasmall size of Ni_(3)S_(2) can work for accelerated electro n/ion transfer to facilitate the electrochemical reaction kinetics.Moreover,the robust conductivity network originated from N-doped porous carbon nanoparticles can not only improve the electron conductivity,but also enhance the electrode integrity and stability of the electrode/electrolyte interface.In addition,the N heteroatoms provide extra Na storage sites.Accordingly,the electrode delivers the obviously competitive capacities and high-power output with respect to the currently reported Ni_(3)S_(2)/C composites.This study provides a scalable and universal strategy to develop the advanced transition metal sulfides for practically feasible SIBs.
基金financially supported by the Independent Cultivation Program of Innovation Team of Ji’nan City (No.2019GXRC011)National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos. 21707043, 51908242)the Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province (No. ZR2017BEE005)。
文摘With the merits of low cost,environmental benignity,and high safety,aqueous zinc ion batteries(AZIBs)have great potential in the field of energy storage.In this paper,we craft a Co-doped Ni3 S2 with abundant sulfur vacancies as effective cathode materials(Co-Ni_(3) S_(2-x)) for AZIBs by hydrothermal and chemical reduction method.Notably,cobalt doping and abundant sulfur vacancies can effectively increase the conductivity and the number of active sites for electrochemical reactions,which gives the Co-Ni_(3) S_(2-x) electrode the outstanding capability to energy storage.By coupling Co-Ni_(3) S_(2-x) cathode with Zn anodes to assemble alkaline AZIBs,the Co-Ni_(3) S_(2-x)//Zn full battery exhibits excellent specific capacity(183.9 mAh g^(-1) at 1 A g^(-1),based on cathode mass) and extraordinary cycling durability(72.9% capacity retention after 6000 cycles).First-principles calculations based on density functional theory(DFT) confirm that the Co-Ni_(3) S_(2-x) electrode has strong energy storage capacity and electrochemical stability.The results provide an extremely significant reference in designs of self-supported bimetallic sulfide nanosheets,which have promising applications in high-performance energy storage devices.
基金financially supported by the Programs of Japan Science and Technology Agency: Promoting Individual Research to Nature the Seeds of Future Innovation and Organizing the Unique and Innovative Network, and Advanced Catalytic Transformation Program for Carbon Utilization
文摘Anatase titanium(IV) oxide (TiO2) particles with exposed {()01) and {101) facets were prepared by hydrothermal treatment of amorphous TiO2 with H2O2- NH3 solution. Crystal phase, shape, and size of TiO2 particles are found to be greatly dependent on the ratio of H2O2-NH3 solution. The prepared TiOo particles with specific exposed crystal faces show higher photocatalytic activity for acetaldehyde decomposition than commercial spherical TiO^ particles. This result implies that recombination is prevented by spatial separation of redox sites in the particles because of selective migration of electrons and positive holes to specific exposed crystal faces and/or different reactivity of electrons and positive holes on the specific exposed crystal face.
