Issue 37, 2024

Exploring suitability of solid 3D substrates for designing self-supported electrocatalysts for water splitting

Abstract

The choice of solid 3D substrates to design electrocatalysts significantly impacts the efficiency and effectiveness of self-supported electrocatalysts used in water splitting. These substrates are pivotal in significantly boosting the performance by providing structural support, facilitating electron transport, and increasing the active surface area. This improvement leads to higher catalytic performance and better stability, ultimately optimizing the electrocatalytic process. The interaction between the substrate and the electrocatalyst can also affect the intrinsic properties of the catalyst, further influencing its performance. Therefore, understanding and optimizing the use of solid 3D substrates is vital for advancing water-splitting technologies. This article explores the critical role of solid 3D substrates in enhancing the activity of self-supported materials for water splitting. By examining recent developments and research in this region, we target to showcase a comprehensive understanding of how different 3D substrates influence electrocatalyst properties and performance and to highlight future directions for optimizing these systems in water-splitting applications.

Graphical abstract: Exploring suitability of solid 3D substrates for designing self-supported electrocatalysts for water splitting

Article information

Article type
Perspective
Submitted
26 Jun 2024
Accepted
21 Aug 2024
First published
22 Aug 2024

Dalton Trans., 2024,53, 15390-15402

Exploring suitability of solid 3D substrates for designing self-supported electrocatalysts for water splitting

B. Singh, Dalton Trans., 2024, 53, 15390 DOI: 10.1039/D4DT01842G

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