研究目的
Investigating the influence of TiO2 nanorod and nanoparticle morphologies on the electrocatalytic activity and impedance properties of composite TiO2-PEDOT:PSS electrodes for dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs).
研究成果
The incorporation of TiO2 nanorods and nanoparticles into PEDOT:PSS significantly improved the electrocatalytic activity for triiodide reduction. The charge transfer resistance (Rct) decreased with increasing TiO2 nanorod content, indicating better electron transport properties. The study highlights the importance of both electro-active area and electron transport properties in designing efficient counter electrodes for DSSCs.
研究不足
The study focused on the morphological effects of TiO2 on electrode performance without varying the TiO2-PEDOT:PSS ratio. The practical application may be limited by the conductivity decrease after TiO2 addition.
1:Experimental Design and Method Selection
The study involved preparing composite electrodes with different morphologies of TiO2 (nanoparticles and nanorods) incorporated into PEDOT:PSS. The electrocatalytic activities and impedance properties were analyzed using cyclic voltammetry (CV) and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS).
2:Sample Selection and Data Sources
Samples included TiO2 nanoparticles (<25 nm, Sigma-Aldrich) and TiO2 nanorods (diameter: 153±37 nm, length: 390±160 nm) prepared by electrospinning and ball milling. Composite electrodes were prepared with varying ratios of TiO2 NPs to TiO2 NRs.
3:List of Experimental Equipment and Materials
Equipment included X-ray diffraction spectrometer (Bruker? D8 X-Ray Diffractometer), FTIR-ATR system (Perkin-Elmer), Raman spectrometer (Thermo DXR Raman), SEM (FEI-QUANTA FEG 450), four-point probe resistivity stand (Lucas Labs S-302-4), and electrochemical analyzers (Gamry REF 600). Materials included PEDOT:PSS (Sigma-Aldrich), TiO2 nanoparticles (Sigma-Aldrich), and FTO glass (Teknoma).
4:Experimental Procedures and Operational Workflow
Composite pastes were prepared by mixing TiO2 with PEDOT:PSS, ultrasonically dispersing, and coating onto FTO glass. Films were dried at 85 °C. Thickness was measured using a micrometer and SEM. Electrochemical measurements were conducted in a three-compartment cell.
5:Data Analysis Methods
Data from CV and EIS were analyzed to determine electrocatalytic activity and charge transfer resistance. Surface area was measured using BET analysis. Spectroscopic data (XRD, FTIR, Raman) were used to confirm TiO2 presence and structure.
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X-ray diffraction spectrometer
Bruker? D8 X-Ray Diffractometer
Bruker
Characterizing the crystalline structure of TiO2/PEDOT:PSS composite electrodes.
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Raman spectrometer
Thermo DXR Raman
Thermo
Carrying out Raman measurements with wavelength 780 and 532 nm.
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SEM
FEI-QUANTA FEG 450
FEI
Evaluating the morphologies of the counter electrodes.
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Programmable current source
Keithley 2400
Keithley
Applying constant current (microamperes) between external probes.
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Multimeter
Keithley 2000
Keithley
Measuring the resulting voltage between two central probes.
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FTIR-ATR system
Perkin-Elmer
Performing FTIR measurements of composite films.
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Four-point probe resistivity stand
Lucas Labs S-302-4
Lucas Labs
Making electrical contact with the pellet for conductivity measurements.
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Electrochemical analyzer
Gamry REF 600
Gamry
Measuring film catalytic activity towards to I3–/I– redox couple by cyclic voltammetry (CV).
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Sorptometer
Costech Instruments 1042
Costech Instruments
Measuring surface area of the composite films.
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