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  • Materials Science
  • Electrochemistry
  • Renewable Energy

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  • Photoelectrochemical (PEC) water splitting is a key strategy for carbon-free solar energy conversion.
  • Copper oxides (CuO and Cu2O) are promising materials for PEC hydrogen generation due to their band positions.
  • Existing CuO/Cu2O heterostructures have limitations in photoelectrical properties.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To fabricate an ideal copper oxide heterostructure for enhanced PEC hydrogen generation.
  • To investigate the role of a chromium (Cr) layer in the heterostructure formation and performance.
  • To optimize fabrication parameters for improved light absorption and energy conversion efficiency.

Main Methods:

  • Fabrication of Cu2O nanowires on a CuO/Cu2O mixed-phase film using an electrochemical/thermal method.
  • Incorporation of a thin chromium (Cr) layer as an adhesive and protective element.
  • Investigation of anodization time's influence on nanowire morphology and phase composition.

Main Results:

  • An ideal Cu2O nanowire on CuO/Cu2O heterostructure (CNwC) was successfully fabricated.
  • The Cr layer facilitated heterostructure formation and supported the hydrogen evolution reaction.
  • Optimized conditions yielded collective, slanted Cu2O nanowires with enhanced light absorption across the visible spectrum.

Conclusions:

  • The novel CNwC heterostructure demonstrates significant potential for efficient solar hydrogen production.
  • The Cr layer plays a crucial role in optimizing the heterostructure's PEC performance.
  • Tailoring nanowire morphology through controlled anodization is vital for maximizing solar-to-energy conversion.