Journal of Physics D Applied Physics,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
57(48), P. 482001 - 482001
Published: Aug. 28, 2024
Abstract
The
energy
crisis
has
already
seriously
affected
the
daily
lives
of
people
around
world.
As
a
result,
designing
efficient
catalysts
for
photocatalytic
hydrogen
evolution
(PHE)
is
promising
strategy
supply.
Co-catalyst
modification
can
significantly
enhance
activity
single
semiconductors,
overcoming
limitations
posed
by
their
narrow
visible
light
absorption
range
and
high
electron–hole
recombination
rate.
MXene-based
composites
demonstrate
immense
potential
as
co-catalysts
production
owing
to
distinctive
two-dimensional
layered
structure
outstanding
photoelectrochemical
properties,
further
research
development
efforts
surrounding
will
contribute
progress
sustainable
technologies.
In
this
review,
we
offer
comprehensive
overview
synthesis
methods
MXene
composites,
highlight
illustrative
instances
binary
ternary
in
PHE,
explore
avenues
future
expansion
composites.
Inorganics,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
13(2), P. 45 - 45
Published: Feb. 6, 2025
MXenes,
a
groundbreaking
class
of
two-dimensional
(2D)
transition
metal
carbides,
nitrides,
and
carbonitrides,
have
emerged
as
highly
promising
materials
for
photocatalytic
applications
due
to
their
unique
structural,
electrical,
surface
properties.
These
are
synthesized
by
selectively
etching
the
A
layer
from
MAX
phases,
yielding
compositions
with
general
formula
Mn+1XnTx,
where
M
is
metal,
X
represents
carbon
or
nitrogen,
Tx
refers
terminations
such
–OH,
–O,
–F.
This
review
delves
into
advanced
synthesis
techniques
including
fluoride-free
molten
salt
methods,
explores
potential
in
photocatalysis
environmental
remediation.
MXenes
exhibit
remarkable
light
absorption
capabilities
efficient
charge
carrier
separation,
making
them
effective
degradation
organic
pollutants
under
visible
light.
Modulating
chemistry
bandgap
via
functional
group
modifications
further
enhances
performance.
attributes
position
next-generation
sustainable
applications,
offering
significant
addressing
global
challenges.
Energy Technology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Feb. 27, 2024
The
escalating
issues
of
energy
crises
and
environmental
pollution
have
drawn
increasing
attention
for
photocatalysis
as
a
green
sustainable
solution.
In
this
context,
the
emergence
MXene
materials
has
injected
new
vitality
into
field
photocatalysis.
These
are
garnering
significant
interest
due
to
their
rich
surface
functional
groups,
interlayer
interactions,
tunable
spacing.
Hence,
review
provides
an
overview
role
in
photocatalytic
technology,
using
various
theoretical
simulations
analysis
methods
on
these
applications
involved
photoreduction
CO
2
valuable
products,
H
evolution
from
water
splitting,
photodegradation
organic
contaminants,
so
forth.
Furthermore,
current
challenges
potential
directions
discussed
perfecting
application
materials.
It
is
sincerely
hoped
that
will
stimulate
more
research
meet
needs
practical
future.
