Nanostructured CuO with a thin g-C<sub>3</sub>N<sub>4</sub> layer as a highly efficient photocathode for solar water splitting
Hyojung Bae, Vishal Burungale, Wonkyeong Na, Hokyun Rho, Soon Hyung Kang, Sang‐Wan Ryu, Jun‐Seok Ha
Abstract
A g-C<sub>3</sub>N<sub>4</sub>/CuO nanostructure featuring improved photoelectrochemical properties was successfully prepared using a facile and cost-effective method involving electrodeposition and thermal oxidation.
Topics & Concepts
PhotocathodeNanostructureLayer (electronics)Materials scienceThin filmOptoelectronicsPhotoelectrochemistryElectrochemistryWater splittingNanotechnologyChemistryPhotocatalysisPhysicsElectrodeCatalysisElectronPhysical chemistryBiochemistryQuantum mechanicsCopper-based nanomaterials and applicationsZnO doping and propertiesAdvanced Photocatalysis Techniques