Exploring Cu/Al cluster growth and reactivity: from embryonic building blocks to intermetalloid, open-shell superatoms
Max Schütz, Christian Gemel, Maximilian Muhr, Christian Jandl, Samia Kahlal, Jean‐Yves Saillard, Roland A. Fischer
Abstract
Cu/Al cluster growth reactions leading to open- and closed-shell superatoms are investigated. Therein, LIFDI-MS is presented as a powerful technique for the <italic>in situ</italic> detection of cluster identities and reactivity patterns.
Topics & Concepts
Cluster (spacecraft)Open shellShell (structure)NanotechnologyMaterials scienceChemistryPhysicsAtomic physicsComputer scienceComposite materialProgramming languageNanocluster Synthesis and ApplicationsAdvanced Nanomaterials in CatalysisGold and Silver Nanoparticles Synthesis and Applications