Ultrathin Oxide Layers for Solar and Electrocatalytic Systems

Ultrathin metal oxide layers have emerged as a powerful approach for enhancing the performance of photo, electro, or thermal catalytic systems for energy, enabling the use of previously unsuitable materials. This book covers the fundamentals and applications of ultrathin oxide layers, highlighting connections and future opportunities in catalysis for energy.

Format: Hardback
Length: 364 pages
Publication date: 12 January 2022
Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry

In recent years, ultrathin metal oxide layers have emerged as a groundbreaking strategy to significantly improve the performance of photo, electro, or thermal catalytic systems for energy, in some cases even enabling the use of previously unattractive materials. This remarkable advancement is a result of the convergence of innovative synthetic preparation methods for ultrathin oxide layers and a deeper understanding of interfacial phenomena at the nano and atomic scales. This comprehensive book aims to bring together the fundamentals and applications of ultrathin oxide layers, while also highlighting their connections and potential for future advancements. By focusing on the state-of-the-art synthetic methods, structural and functional characterization, and diverse range of applications in catalysis for energy, this title serves as a valuable resource for graduate students and researchers in materials science and chemistry. Edited by esteemed experts in the field, and with contributions from global authorities, this book will captivate scholars interested in ultrathin oxide layers and their applications in solar energy conversion, renewable energy, photocatalysis, electrocatalysis, and protective coatings.

Weight: 722g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781839161797