The performance of the two newly developed bimetallic catalysts based on the precursor, Mo/Al_2O_3, was compared for reverse water gas shift(RWGS) reaction. The structures of the precursor and the catalysts were studi...The performance of the two newly developed bimetallic catalysts based on the precursor, Mo/Al_2O_3, was compared for reverse water gas shift(RWGS) reaction. The structures of the precursor and the catalysts were studied using X-ray diffraction(XRD), Brunauer–Emmett–Teller(BET) analysis, inductively coupled plasma-atomic emission spectrometry(ICP-AES), CO chemisorption, temperature programmed reduction of hydrogen(H_2-TPR) and scanning electron microscopy(SEM) techniques. The activity of Fe-Mo and Co-Mo catalysts was compared in a fixed bed reactor at different temperatures. It is shown that the Co-Mo catalyst has higher CO_2 conversion at all temperature level. The time-on-stream(TOS) analysis of the activity of catalysts for the RWGS reaction was carried out over a continuous period of 60h for both catalysts. The Fe-Mo/Al_2O_3 catalyst exhibits good stability within a period of 60h, however, the Co-Mo/Al_2O_3 is gradually deactivated after 50h of reaction time. Existence of(Fe_2(MoO4_))_3 phase in Fe-Mo/Al_2O_3 catalyst makes this catalyst more stable for RWGS reaction.展开更多
Although Pt Ni catalyst possesses good oxygen reduction activity, its poor stability is the main obstacle for the commercialization of proton exchange membrane fuel cells(PEMFCs). In this work, we introduce the acid-r...Although Pt Ni catalyst possesses good oxygen reduction activity, its poor stability is the main obstacle for the commercialization of proton exchange membrane fuel cells(PEMFCs). In this work, we introduce the acid-resistant refractory Mo to enhance the structure stability and modify the electronic structure of Pt in the prepared PtNi catalyst, improving the catalytic activity for oxygen reduction reaction(ORR). In addition, near-surface Pt content in the nanoparticle is also optimized to balance the ORR activity and stability. The electrochemical results show that the alloy formed by Mo and Pt Ni is obviously more stable than the PtNi alloy alone, because the acid-resistant Mo and its oxides effectively prevent the dissolution of Pt. Especially, the Pt3 Ni3 MoN/C exhibits the optimal ORR catalytic performance in O2-saturated 0.1 mol L^(-1) HClO4 aqueous solutions, with mass activity(MA) of 900 m A mg^(-1) Pt at 0.90 V vs. RHE, which is 3.75 times enhancement compared with the commercial Pt/C(240 mA mg^(-1) Pt). After 30 k accelerated durability tests, its MA(690 m A mg^(-1) Pt) is still 2.88 times higher than the pristine Pt/C. This study thus provides a valuable method to design stable ORR catalysts with high efficiency and has great significance for the commercialization of PEMFCs.展开更多
Single-atom catalysts(SACs)have been a research hotspot due to their high catalytic activity,selectivity,and atomic utilization rates.However,the theoretical research of SACs is relatively fragmented,which restricts f...Single-atom catalysts(SACs)have been a research hotspot due to their high catalytic activity,selectivity,and atomic utilization rates.However,the theoretical research of SACs is relatively fragmented,which restricts further understanding of SAC stability and activity.To address this issue,we report our analysis of the geometric structures,electronic characteristics,stabilities,catalytic activities,and descriptors of 132 graphene-based singleatom catalysts(M/GS)obtained from density functional theory calculations.Based on the calculated formation and binding energies,a stability map of M/GS was established to guide catalyst synthesis.The effects of metal atoms and support on the charge of metal atoms are discussed.The catalytic activities of M/GS in both nitrogen and oxygen reduction reactions are predicted based on the calculated magnetic moment and the adsorption energy.Combined with the electronegativity and d-band center,a two-dimensional descriptor is proposed to predict the O adsorption energy on M/GS.More importantly,this theoretical study provides predictive guidance for the preparation and rational design of highly stable and active single-atom catalysts using nitrogen doping on graphene.展开更多
Oxygen evolution reaction(OER) is one of the most important reactions in the energy storage devices such as metal–air batteries and unitized regenerative fuel cells(URFCs). However, the kinetically sluggishness of OE...Oxygen evolution reaction(OER) is one of the most important reactions in the energy storage devices such as metal–air batteries and unitized regenerative fuel cells(URFCs). However, the kinetically sluggishness of OER and the high prices as well as the scarcity of the most active precious metal electrocatalysts are the major bottleneck in these devices. Developing low-cost non-precious metal catalysts with high activity and stability for OER is highly desirable. A facile, in situ template method combining the dodecyl benzene sulfuric acid sodium(SDBS) assisted hydrothermal process with subsequent high-temperature treatment was developed to prepare porous Co_3O_4 with improved surface area and hierarchical porous structure as precious catalysts alternative for oxygen evolution reaction(OER). Due to the unique structure, the as-prepared catalyst shows higher electrocatalytic activity than Co_3O_4 prepared by traditional thermal-decomposition method(noted as Co_3O_4-T) and commercial IrO_2 catalyst for OER in 0.1M KOH aqueous solution. Moreover, it displays improved stability than Co_3O_4-T. The results demonstrate a highly efficient, scalable, and low cost method for developing highly active and stable OER electrocatalysts in alkaline solutions.展开更多
Proton exchange membrane fuel cells(PEMFCs)as promising alternatives to traditional internal combustion engines have attracted massive concerns to promote their wide application in society.However,the biggest challeng...Proton exchange membrane fuel cells(PEMFCs)as promising alternatives to traditional internal combustion engines have attracted massive concerns to promote their wide application in society.However,the biggest challenge to the commercialization of PEMFCs remains the high cost due to the adoption of the platinum group metal(PGM)catalysts in the cathode.展开更多
The activity and hydrothermal stability of the Rh/Ce_(x)Zr_(1-x)O_(2)(x=0,0.05,0.3,0.5) model three-way catalysts for gasoline vehicle emissions control were investigated in this work.Among the Rh/Ce_(x)Zr_(1-x)O_(2) ...The activity and hydrothermal stability of the Rh/Ce_(x)Zr_(1-x)O_(2)(x=0,0.05,0.3,0.5) model three-way catalysts for gasoline vehicle emissions control were investigated in this work.Among the Rh/Ce_(x)Zr_(1-x)O_(2) samples with different Ce/Zr ratios,the Rh/ZrO_(2) sample exhibits a significantly better activity and hydrothermal stability than the rest of the samples.The impacts of having more Ce components in the Rh/Ce_(x)Zr_(1-x)O_(2) catalysts are associated with the strong Rh-O-Ce interaction that tends to over stabilize the rhodium species.A significant amount of such rhodium atoms can be found in the bulk of the support oxides after a hydrothermal aging at 1050℃ with 10% H_(2)O in air for 12 h.Differently,the sintering of rhodium on the surface of Rh/ZrO_(2) catalysts is the main reason for the catalyst deactivation during the hydrothermal aging.These findings provide an example where high dispersion of supported metal induced by strong metal-support interactions does not necessarily lead to high catalytic activity.展开更多
修饰和改良载体是改善质子交换膜燃料电池阴极铂基催化剂性能的主要途径。以铁氮(FeN)掺杂活性炭(Black Pearl 2000,BP)为载体,获得负载型铂基催化剂。使用电化学方法对催化剂的氧还原反应活性以及稳定性进行测试,采用X射线衍射仪、比...修饰和改良载体是改善质子交换膜燃料电池阴极铂基催化剂性能的主要途径。以铁氮(FeN)掺杂活性炭(Black Pearl 2000,BP)为载体,获得负载型铂基催化剂。使用电化学方法对催化剂的氧还原反应活性以及稳定性进行测试,采用X射线衍射仪、比表面积和孔径分布测试、透射电子显微镜、X射线光电子能谱等分析手段对载体及催化剂结构进行表征。结果表明:Pt/FeN-BP催化剂与商业Pt/C催化剂的起始电位均为0.94 V,具有相当的氧还原反应初始活性;老化测试后,Pt/FeN-BP催化剂与商业Pt/C催化剂的起始电位损失分别约为10,30 mV,半波电位损失分别约为5,60 mV,Pt/FeN-BP催化剂的稳定性明显优于商业Pt/C催化剂。这是因为,铁氮掺杂碳载体具有适中的比表面积和孔径大小,Pt颗粒在载体上以小粒径的状态存在且老化测试后Pt颗粒无团聚现象,以及载体与Pt颗粒之间可能存在一定的相互作用。展开更多
基金the Iranian Nano Technology Initiative Council and the Petroleum University of Technology for financial support
文摘The performance of the two newly developed bimetallic catalysts based on the precursor, Mo/Al_2O_3, was compared for reverse water gas shift(RWGS) reaction. The structures of the precursor and the catalysts were studied using X-ray diffraction(XRD), Brunauer–Emmett–Teller(BET) analysis, inductively coupled plasma-atomic emission spectrometry(ICP-AES), CO chemisorption, temperature programmed reduction of hydrogen(H_2-TPR) and scanning electron microscopy(SEM) techniques. The activity of Fe-Mo and Co-Mo catalysts was compared in a fixed bed reactor at different temperatures. It is shown that the Co-Mo catalyst has higher CO_2 conversion at all temperature level. The time-on-stream(TOS) analysis of the activity of catalysts for the RWGS reaction was carried out over a continuous period of 60h for both catalysts. The Fe-Mo/Al_2O_3 catalyst exhibits good stability within a period of 60h, however, the Co-Mo/Al_2O_3 is gradually deactivated after 50h of reaction time. Existence of(Fe_2(MoO4_))_3 phase in Fe-Mo/Al_2O_3 catalyst makes this catalyst more stable for RWGS reaction.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (21872040)the Natural Science Foundation of Guangxi (2016GXNSFCB380002)+1 种基金the Hundred Talents Program of Guangxi Universitiesthe Excellence Scholars and Innovation Team of Guangxi Universities。
文摘Although Pt Ni catalyst possesses good oxygen reduction activity, its poor stability is the main obstacle for the commercialization of proton exchange membrane fuel cells(PEMFCs). In this work, we introduce the acid-resistant refractory Mo to enhance the structure stability and modify the electronic structure of Pt in the prepared PtNi catalyst, improving the catalytic activity for oxygen reduction reaction(ORR). In addition, near-surface Pt content in the nanoparticle is also optimized to balance the ORR activity and stability. The electrochemical results show that the alloy formed by Mo and Pt Ni is obviously more stable than the PtNi alloy alone, because the acid-resistant Mo and its oxides effectively prevent the dissolution of Pt. Especially, the Pt3 Ni3 MoN/C exhibits the optimal ORR catalytic performance in O2-saturated 0.1 mol L^(-1) HClO4 aqueous solutions, with mass activity(MA) of 900 m A mg^(-1) Pt at 0.90 V vs. RHE, which is 3.75 times enhancement compared with the commercial Pt/C(240 mA mg^(-1) Pt). After 30 k accelerated durability tests, its MA(690 m A mg^(-1) Pt) is still 2.88 times higher than the pristine Pt/C. This study thus provides a valuable method to design stable ORR catalysts with high efficiency and has great significance for the commercialization of PEMFCs.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.91545122)Beijing Natural Science Foundation(2182066)+1 种基金Natural Science Foundation of Hebei Province of China(B2018502067)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(2017XS121).
文摘Single-atom catalysts(SACs)have been a research hotspot due to their high catalytic activity,selectivity,and atomic utilization rates.However,the theoretical research of SACs is relatively fragmented,which restricts further understanding of SAC stability and activity.To address this issue,we report our analysis of the geometric structures,electronic characteristics,stabilities,catalytic activities,and descriptors of 132 graphene-based singleatom catalysts(M/GS)obtained from density functional theory calculations.Based on the calculated formation and binding energies,a stability map of M/GS was established to guide catalyst synthesis.The effects of metal atoms and support on the charge of metal atoms are discussed.The catalytic activities of M/GS in both nitrogen and oxygen reduction reactions are predicted based on the calculated magnetic moment and the adsorption energy.Combined with the electronegativity and d-band center,a two-dimensional descriptor is proposed to predict the O adsorption energy on M/GS.More importantly,this theoretical study provides predictive guidance for the preparation and rational design of highly stable and active single-atom catalysts using nitrogen doping on graphene.
基金supported by the Youth Innovation Promotion Association(no.2015147)CAS and National Program on Key Basic Research Project(973 Program,2012CB215500)+1 种基金the Outstanding Youngest Scientist FoundationChinese Academy of Sciences(CAS)
文摘Oxygen evolution reaction(OER) is one of the most important reactions in the energy storage devices such as metal–air batteries and unitized regenerative fuel cells(URFCs). However, the kinetically sluggishness of OER and the high prices as well as the scarcity of the most active precious metal electrocatalysts are the major bottleneck in these devices. Developing low-cost non-precious metal catalysts with high activity and stability for OER is highly desirable. A facile, in situ template method combining the dodecyl benzene sulfuric acid sodium(SDBS) assisted hydrothermal process with subsequent high-temperature treatment was developed to prepare porous Co_3O_4 with improved surface area and hierarchical porous structure as precious catalysts alternative for oxygen evolution reaction(OER). Due to the unique structure, the as-prepared catalyst shows higher electrocatalytic activity than Co_3O_4 prepared by traditional thermal-decomposition method(noted as Co_3O_4-T) and commercial IrO_2 catalyst for OER in 0.1M KOH aqueous solution. Moreover, it displays improved stability than Co_3O_4-T. The results demonstrate a highly efficient, scalable, and low cost method for developing highly active and stable OER electrocatalysts in alkaline solutions.
文摘Proton exchange membrane fuel cells(PEMFCs)as promising alternatives to traditional internal combustion engines have attracted massive concerns to promote their wide application in society.However,the biggest challenge to the commercialization of PEMFCs remains the high cost due to the adoption of the platinum group metal(PGM)catalysts in the cathode.
基金Project supported by the National Key Research and Development Program(2017YFC0211003)GM Global Research and Development(GAC 2696)。
文摘The activity and hydrothermal stability of the Rh/Ce_(x)Zr_(1-x)O_(2)(x=0,0.05,0.3,0.5) model three-way catalysts for gasoline vehicle emissions control were investigated in this work.Among the Rh/Ce_(x)Zr_(1-x)O_(2) samples with different Ce/Zr ratios,the Rh/ZrO_(2) sample exhibits a significantly better activity and hydrothermal stability than the rest of the samples.The impacts of having more Ce components in the Rh/Ce_(x)Zr_(1-x)O_(2) catalysts are associated with the strong Rh-O-Ce interaction that tends to over stabilize the rhodium species.A significant amount of such rhodium atoms can be found in the bulk of the support oxides after a hydrothermal aging at 1050℃ with 10% H_(2)O in air for 12 h.Differently,the sintering of rhodium on the surface of Rh/ZrO_(2) catalysts is the main reason for the catalyst deactivation during the hydrothermal aging.These findings provide an example where high dispersion of supported metal induced by strong metal-support interactions does not necessarily lead to high catalytic activity.
