Review—Recent Advancements in Molybdenum Carbides for Efficient Hydrogen Evolution Reaction
钼
碳化物
材料科学
氢
化学
冶金
有机化学
作者
Vinh Van Tran,Dae-Ho Lee,Vu Khac Hoang Bui,Nguyen Tien Tran,Hai Bang Truong,Ha Huu
出处
期刊:Journal of The Electrochemical Society [The Electrochemical Society] 日期:2024-05-01卷期号:171 (5): 056509-056509被引量:5
标识
DOI:10.1149/1945-7111/ad4c0e
摘要
The quest for economical and sustainable electrocatalysts to facilitate the hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) is paramount in addressing the pressing challenges associated with carbon dioxide emissions. Molybdenum carbide-based nanomaterials have emerged as highly promising electrocatalysts for HER due to their Pt-like catalytic proficiency, exceptional stability, and the versatility of their crystal phases. Within this comprehensive review, we explore the diverse methodologies for synthesizing molybdenum carbides, including solid-gas, solid-solid, and solid-liquid phase reactions. In addition, a thorough elucidation of the hydrogen generation process through water electrolysis is provided. Furthermore, a spectrum of innovative strategies aimed at augmenting the performance of molybdenum carbides in the HER milieu is introduced, encompassing cutting-edge techniques such as phase-transition engineering, the construction of heterostructures, hetero-atom doping, the integration of hybrid structures with carbon materials, defect engineering, and meticulous surface modification. The review culminates by underscoring the current challenges and the promising prospects in the advancement of electrocatalysts for hydrogen production, with a dedicated focus on molybdenum carbide-based catalysts.