TiO2/TiN core/shell nanobelts for efficient solar hydrogen generation†
Abstract
TiO2/TiN core/shell NBs are successfully synthesized, and used as highly efficient photocatalytic H2 evolution catalysts (120 μmol h−1 g−1) from methanol solution. The TiN shell plays dual roles by extending the light absorption range and also promoting the separation/transfer of photoexcited charge carriers as an electron collector.