研究目的
To develop a novel method for synthesizing nanostructured WO3 and graphene/WO3 nanocomposites using tungsten carbide and graphite as precursors, and to investigate their structural and morphological properties.
研究成果
The novel method successfully synthesizes WO3 nanorods and graphene/WO3 nanocomposites, with carbon introduction significantly affecting morphology and structure. Ex situ preparation yields monoclinic WO3 nanorods covalently bonded to RGO, while in situ preparation results in multiphase WO3 nanostructures. This approach is low-cost and equipment-simple, offering potential for various applications.
研究不足
The study does not address the scalability of the method for industrial applications or the performance of the nanocomposites in specific devices. The effect of varying parameters like temperature or precursor amounts is not extensively explored.
1:Experimental Design and Method Selection:
The synthesis involves chemical oxidation using Hummer's method for GO preparation and oxidation of WC with H2SO4 and KMnO4, followed by thermal treatment at 500°C. Both in situ and ex situ approaches are used for nanocomposite formation.
2:Sample Selection and Data Sources:
Tungsten carbide (WC) and graphite powder are used as precursors. All chemicals are purchased from Sigma-Aldrich.
3:List of Experimental Equipment and Materials:
Equipment includes a furnace for thermal treatment, centrifuge, ultrasonic agitator, ice bath, and glass substrates. Materials include WC, graphite, H2SO4, KMnO4, H2O2, water, and ethanol.
4:Experimental Procedures and Operational Workflow:
For WO3 synthesis, WC is oxidized with H2SO4 and KMnO4 in an ice bath, followed by H2O2 addition, centrifugation, drying, dispersion in water/ethanol, and heating at 500°C. For nanocomposites, in situ method involves adding graphite during oxidation, and ex situ method involves mixing GO and WO3.H2O solutions with ultrasonication, followed by heating.
5:H2O solutions with ultrasonication, followed by heating.
Data Analysis Methods:
5. Data Analysis Methods: Characterization techniques include SEM for morphology, XRD for crystalline structure, and FTIR for functional groups and interactions. Crystallite size is estimated using Scherrer equation.
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