The microporous nanocry'sta1line TiO2 electrode with large surface roughness factor hasbeen prepared on a conducting glass support. Modification of the TiO2 electrode by in situ preparingquantum sized RuS2 particl...The microporous nanocry'sta1line TiO2 electrode with large surface roughness factor hasbeen prepared on a conducting glass support. Modification of the TiO2 electrode by in situ preparingquantum sized RuS2 particles on the surface of TiO2 electrode extends the optical absorptionspectrum and photocurrent action specmim into visible region. In addition, compared with RuS2 bulknlaterials- a blue shifi in both absorption spectrum and photocurrent action speCtrum of RuS2rriO2elcctrode is obserived and explained in terms of quantum sized effect.展开更多
The catalytic performance of supported metal catalysts is highly dependent on the interfacial contact between the metal centers and support materials,which could dynamically adapt to the chemical environment in the re...The catalytic performance of supported metal catalysts is highly dependent on the interfacial contact between the metal centers and support materials,which could dynamically adapt to the chemical environment in the reactions.Herein,the well-known Ru/TiO_(x)interface of the Ru/TiO_(2)catalyst is shown to be transformed into Ru/TiO_(x)N_(y)during the NH_(3)decomposition,which is derived from the nitridation of the support by N^(*)species.Through a series of characterizations and density functional theory(DFT)calculations,it is found that such a nitrogenous interface primarily blocks the cleavage of N-H bonds with a higher energy barrier,leading to the deactivation of Ru/TiO_(2)in NH_(3)decomposition.Nevertheless,the Ru/TiO_(x)interface can be easily restored by oxidation and a subsequent H2 reduction,contributing to the recovery of the catalytic activity toward NH_(3)decomposition.Our study provides a new insight into the deactivation mechanism of Ru/TiO_(2)in NH_(3)decomposition and highlights the significance of the dynamic evolution of the metal-support interfaces in the reactions.展开更多
To develop efficient catalysts for ambient carbon monoxide(CO)oxidation is significant for indoor air purification and also for many industrial applications.In this work,the catalytic activity for CO oxidation were en...To develop efficient catalysts for ambient carbon monoxide(CO)oxidation is significant for indoor air purification and also for many industrial applications.In this work,the catalytic activity for CO oxidation were enhanced by tuning the metal-support interaction of Ru/CeO_(2)catalysts.A series of Ru/CeO_(2)catalysts were synthesized by an impregnation method with calcination at 100,200,400 and 600℃,respectively,to regulate the Ru-CeO_(2)interaction.We discovered that low temperature calcination(100℃)induced more Ru-O-Ce bonds and stronger Ru-CeO_(2)interaction,while high temperature calcination(≥400℃)caused the agglomeration of Ru species with more Ru-O-Ru bonds and weaker Ru-CeO_(2)interaction,resulting in the lower redox capacity of these catalysts,as well as lower catalytic activity for CO oxidation.Only calcination at moderate 200℃ can induce the moderate interaction between Ru species and CeO_(2)support,which can keep the high dispersion of RuO_(x)species with the high redox capacity,thus leading to complete elimination of 500 ppm CO at room temperature on Ru/Ce-200 catalyst.展开更多
The reduction of N2 to NH_(3) is an important reaction for the industrial production of ammonia gas.Here,we theoretically study the thermal synthesis of ammonia catalyzed by Ru1@Mo_(2)CO_(x)single-atom catalyst(SAC),w...The reduction of N2 to NH_(3) is an important reaction for the industrial production of ammonia gas.Here,we theoretically study the thermal synthesis of ammonia catalyzed by Ru1@Mo_(2)CO_(x)single-atom catalyst(SAC),where Ru atoms are anchored on the oxygen vacancy of the defective Mo2COx.The results show that Ru1@Mo_(2)CO_(x)exhibits excellent stability,and can effectively adsorb and activate N2,owing to up to0.87|e|charge transfer from it to N2.The optimal pathway of N2-to-NH_(3) conversion is association pathway I,of which the rate-determining step is*NH_(2)→*NH_(3) with the barrier energy of 1.26 eV.Especially,the Mo_(2)CO_(x)center functions as an electron reservoir,donating electrons to the NxHy species,while the Ru single atom serves as a charge transfer pathway,thereby enhancing the reaction activity.This finding provides a theoretical foundation for the rational design of MXene-based SACs for thermal catalytic NH_(3) synthesis.展开更多
In recent years,photocatalytic CO_(2)reduction reaction has been recognized as a crucial approach to solve the greenhouse effect.However,the low concentration of CO_(2)in the atmosphere necessitates a catalyst with ex...In recent years,photocatalytic CO_(2)reduction reaction has been recognized as a crucial approach to solve the greenhouse effect.However,the low concentration of CO_(2)in the atmosphere necessitates a catalyst with excellent CO_(2)enrichment capability.Herein,we designed and synthesized a series of NiO nanosheets featuring oxygen vacancies.Under the condition of pure CO_(2)and photosensitizer[Ru(bpy)_(3)]Cl_(2),the yield of CO reaches 16.8μmol/h with a selectivity of 96%.Through characterization and theoretical calculations,we demonstrate that the presence of oxygen vacancies not only enhances the adsorption capacity of catalysts but also induces lattice distortion in NiO,leading to an increased dipole moment and formation of an internal electric field that facilitates photogenerated carrier separation.Furthermore,we conducted CO_(2)reduction reactions under atmospheric condition and surprisingly observed a changing of selectivity from CO to CO and CH_(4).A series of control experiments showed that[Ru(bpy)3]Cl2 acts as a reduction reaction site due to the presence of O_(2)in the atmosphere.Simultaneously,oxygen promotes water splitting,which results in abundant proton generation and subsequent changes in carbon products.展开更多
文摘The microporous nanocry'sta1line TiO2 electrode with large surface roughness factor hasbeen prepared on a conducting glass support. Modification of the TiO2 electrode by in situ preparingquantum sized RuS2 particles on the surface of TiO2 electrode extends the optical absorptionspectrum and photocurrent action specmim into visible region. In addition, compared with RuS2 bulknlaterials- a blue shifi in both absorption spectrum and photocurrent action speCtrum of RuS2rriO2elcctrode is obserived and explained in terms of quantum sized effect.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(2022YFB4300700)National Natural Science Foundation of China(22008230,22208021,21925803)+6 种基金China Postdoctoral Science Foundation funded project(2020M670807)the Doctoral Scientific Research Foundation of Liaoning Province(2022-BS-014)the Innovation Research Fund Project of Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics(DICP I202224)CAS Specific Research Assistant Funding Programthe fund of the State Key Laboratory of Catalysis in Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics(N-22-08)the Youth Innovation Promotion Association CAS(Y2022061)the Young Topnotch Talents of Liaoning Province(XLYC2203108)。
文摘The catalytic performance of supported metal catalysts is highly dependent on the interfacial contact between the metal centers and support materials,which could dynamically adapt to the chemical environment in the reactions.Herein,the well-known Ru/TiO_(x)interface of the Ru/TiO_(2)catalyst is shown to be transformed into Ru/TiO_(x)N_(y)during the NH_(3)decomposition,which is derived from the nitridation of the support by N^(*)species.Through a series of characterizations and density functional theory(DFT)calculations,it is found that such a nitrogenous interface primarily blocks the cleavage of N-H bonds with a higher energy barrier,leading to the deactivation of Ru/TiO_(2)in NH_(3)decomposition.Nevertheless,the Ru/TiO_(x)interface can be easily restored by oxidation and a subsequent H2 reduction,contributing to the recovery of the catalytic activity toward NH_(3)decomposition.Our study provides a new insight into the deactivation mechanism of Ru/TiO_(2)in NH_(3)decomposition and highlights the significance of the dynamic evolution of the metal-support interfaces in the reactions.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.22025604 and 22276204)the National Key R&D Program of China(Nos.2023YFC3708401 and 2022YFC3800404).
文摘To develop efficient catalysts for ambient carbon monoxide(CO)oxidation is significant for indoor air purification and also for many industrial applications.In this work,the catalytic activity for CO oxidation were enhanced by tuning the metal-support interaction of Ru/CeO_(2)catalysts.A series of Ru/CeO_(2)catalysts were synthesized by an impregnation method with calcination at 100,200,400 and 600℃,respectively,to regulate the Ru-CeO_(2)interaction.We discovered that low temperature calcination(100℃)induced more Ru-O-Ce bonds and stronger Ru-CeO_(2)interaction,while high temperature calcination(≥400℃)caused the agglomeration of Ru species with more Ru-O-Ru bonds and weaker Ru-CeO_(2)interaction,resulting in the lower redox capacity of these catalysts,as well as lower catalytic activity for CO oxidation.Only calcination at moderate 200℃ can induce the moderate interaction between Ru species and CeO_(2)support,which can keep the high dispersion of RuO_(x)species with the high redox capacity,thus leading to complete elimination of 500 ppm CO at room temperature on Ru/Ce-200 catalyst.
基金the financial support from National Natural Science Foundation of China(22479032,22363001 and 22250710677)the NSFC Center for Single-Atom Catalysis(22388102)+2 种基金the National Key R&D Project(2022YFA1503900)the Natural Science Special Foundation of Guizhou University(No.202140)Guizhou Provincial Key Laboratory Platform Project(ZSYS[2025]008).
文摘The reduction of N2 to NH_(3) is an important reaction for the industrial production of ammonia gas.Here,we theoretically study the thermal synthesis of ammonia catalyzed by Ru1@Mo_(2)CO_(x)single-atom catalyst(SAC),where Ru atoms are anchored on the oxygen vacancy of the defective Mo2COx.The results show that Ru1@Mo_(2)CO_(x)exhibits excellent stability,and can effectively adsorb and activate N2,owing to up to0.87|e|charge transfer from it to N2.The optimal pathway of N2-to-NH_(3) conversion is association pathway I,of which the rate-determining step is*NH_(2)→*NH_(3) with the barrier energy of 1.26 eV.Especially,the Mo_(2)CO_(x)center functions as an electron reservoir,donating electrons to the NxHy species,while the Ru single atom serves as a charge transfer pathway,thereby enhancing the reaction activity.This finding provides a theoretical foundation for the rational design of MXene-based SACs for thermal catalytic NH_(3) synthesis.
文摘In recent years,photocatalytic CO_(2)reduction reaction has been recognized as a crucial approach to solve the greenhouse effect.However,the low concentration of CO_(2)in the atmosphere necessitates a catalyst with excellent CO_(2)enrichment capability.Herein,we designed and synthesized a series of NiO nanosheets featuring oxygen vacancies.Under the condition of pure CO_(2)and photosensitizer[Ru(bpy)_(3)]Cl_(2),the yield of CO reaches 16.8μmol/h with a selectivity of 96%.Through characterization and theoretical calculations,we demonstrate that the presence of oxygen vacancies not only enhances the adsorption capacity of catalysts but also induces lattice distortion in NiO,leading to an increased dipole moment and formation of an internal electric field that facilitates photogenerated carrier separation.Furthermore,we conducted CO_(2)reduction reactions under atmospheric condition and surprisingly observed a changing of selectivity from CO to CO and CH_(4).A series of control experiments showed that[Ru(bpy)3]Cl2 acts as a reduction reaction site due to the presence of O_(2)in the atmosphere.Simultaneously,oxygen promotes water splitting,which results in abundant proton generation and subsequent changes in carbon products.
