Microcosmic modulation of the Co–N bonding structure improves the multi-functional electrocatalytic performance
Wenhui Deng, Tianjing Wu, Yufeng Wu, Fang Chen, Yansong Bai, Xiao-Qing Zou, Mingjun Jing, Wentao Deng, Hongshuai Hou, Xianyou Wang
Abstract
The coordination environment of Co–N x models is modulated in systematic theoretical studies. Thereinto, the well-defined Co-phenazine bonding structure (Co–N 2 ) can efficiently reduce the reaction energy barrier for ORR and OER.
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Modulation (music)Materials scienceChemistryPhysicsAcousticsElectrocatalysts for Energy ConversionElectrochemical Analysis and ApplicationsAdvanced battery technologies research