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Researchers clarified how hot electrons in Au3Cu alloy nanoparticles boost the electrocatalytic nitrogen reduction reaction (ENRR). This localized surface plasmon resonance (LSPR) effect enhances ammonia yield by 93.9%, offering insights for solar energy conversion.

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Area of Science:

  • Materials Science
  • Catalysis
  • Nanotechnology

Background:

  • Plasmon-mediated chemical reactions (PMCRs) offer a viable route for solar energy conversion.
  • Developing efficient plasmonic nanostructures with optimized hot carrier transport is crucial but challenging.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To elucidate the mechanism of plasmon-promoted interatomic hot electron redistribution in Au3Cu alloy nanoparticles for the electrocatalytic nitrogen reduction reaction (ENRR).
  • To investigate how localized surface plasmon resonance (LSPR) influences hot carrier dynamics and enhances ammonia production.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized Au3Cu alloy nanoparticles as a plasmonic heterogeneous nanostructure.
  • Investigated the mechanism of hot electron transfer and redistribution on the nanoparticle surface.
  • Quantified the effect of LSPR on the electrocatalytic nitrogen reduction reaction.

Main Results:

  • Clarified the mechanism of plasmon-promoted interatomic hot electron redistribution on Au3Cu alloy surfaces.
  • Demonstrated that LSPR boosts hot electron transfer from Au to Cu atoms, regulating electron distribution.
  • Achieved a significant enhancement in ammonia yield by approximately 93.9% due to improved ammonia molecule desorption.

Conclusions:

  • The study successfully clarifies the mechanism of LSPR-driven hot electron redistribution in Au3Cu alloy nanoparticles.
  • This work provides a valuable reference for designing plasmonic nanostructures to efficiently regulate plasmon hot carriers.
  • Highlights the potential of LSPR for enhancing solar-to-secondary energy conversion through improved catalytic efficiency.