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  • Materials Science
  • Catalysis
  • Photochemistry

Background:

  • Methane oxidation is crucial for chemical synthesis.
  • Titanium dioxide (TiO2) is a widely studied photocatalyst.
  • Developing efficient catalysts for methane conversion remains a challenge.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To engineer dual heterojunctions on TiO2 for improved photocatalytic activity.
  • To investigate the spatial separation of active sites for methane oxidative coupling.
  • To enhance the production of C2 hydrocarbons from methane.

Main Methods:

  • Fabrication of dual heterojunctions on TiO2.
  • Photocatalytic oxidative coupling of methane.
  • Analysis of reaction products and catalyst stability.

Main Results:

  • Achieved a C2 hydrocarbon production rate of 1.7 mmol g-1 h-1.
  • Demonstrated 83% selectivity towards C2 hydrocarbon products.
  • Exhibited remarkable catalyst stability for 45 hours.

Conclusions:

  • Dual heterojunction engineering on TiO2 effectively decouples active sites.
  • Synergistic strategy enhances methane conversion efficiency and selectivity.
  • The developed catalyst shows significant potential for sustainable methane utilization.