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Water Splitting
(Edited by), Inamuddin (Author), Tariq Altalhi (Edited by), Mohammad Luqman (Edited by), Jorddy Neves Cruz (Edited by)
9781394247622, Wiley
Hardback, published 9 July 2025
336 pages
28 x 19 x 2.5 cm, 0.624 kg
Water Splitting is essential for anyone looking to stay at the cutting edge of hydrogen production and renewable energy, as it provides a thorough exploration of the latest advancements and interdisciplinary approaches to addressing global energy challenges. Water splitting for the production of hydrogen is a rapidly evolving field at the forefront of interdisciplinary research and industrial development. It encompasses the integration of multiple scientific disciplines, including chemistry, physics, materials science, engineering, and environmental science, to address the global energy challenge and transition towards a sustainable future. The integration of water splitting with other renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind, presents opportunities for the development of integrated systems and the establishment of a hydrogen economy. The ability to store and utilize hydrogen as a versatile energy carrier has the potential to revolutionize transportation, power generation, and industrial applications, enabling a transition away from fossil fuels and reducing carbon emissions. Water Splitting provides a comprehensive exploration of water splitting, starting with the foundational principles of thermodynamics and kinetics, crucial for understanding hydrogen production. It covers diverse methods and catalysts, emphasizing material selection and reaction optimization, and explores recent innovations in materials and catalysts tailored for water splitting, highlighting synthesis techniques, functional materials, and nanotechnology integration. A significant portion of the book is dedicated to water photoelectrochemistry, analyzing semiconductor materials, photoelectrode design, and solar-to-hydrogen conversion strategies. The book delves into integrated systems, advanced reactors, and the role of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and big data in enhancing water splitting technologies. Water Splitting addresses gaps in current resources, focusing on cutting-edge advancements and ensuring researchers stay informed and prepared to contribute to the field’s progress.
Preface xi 1 Thermodynamics of Electrochemical Water Splitting 1 1.1 Introduction 2 1.2 Thermodynamic Parameters 3 1.3 Thermodynamics of Water Splitting 4 1.4 Factor Dependence on the Thermodynamics of Water Splitting 6 1.5 Applications in Electrolysis 8 1.6 Conclusion 18 2 Kinetics of Electrochemical Water Splitting 23 2.1 Introduction 24 2.2 Fundamentals of Water Splitting 25 2.3 Kinetic Parameters 27 2.4 Unraveling Kinetics in the Realm of HER and OER 34 2.5 Conclusion 43 3 Perovskite Electrocatalyst for Water Splitting 49 3.1 Introduction 50 3.2 Efficient and Stable Electrocatalysts for Water Splitting 53 3.3 Surface Effect Mechanisms in Perovskites 54 3.4 ORR, OER, and HERS in Perovskite Catalysts 58 3.5 Perovskite-Based Electrodes for Water Splitting 63 3.6 Density-Functional Theory-Based Calculations for Perovskite Electrocatalysts 64 3.7 Challenges for Water Splitting in Bi-Functional Perovskite Catalysts 67 3.8 Future Outlook 68 3.9 Conclusion 69 4 Design and Engineering of Photoelectrodes 75 4.1 Introduction 75 4.2 Modifications of Semiconductors--A Short Overview 78 4.3 Oxide-Based Semiconductors for Water Splitting 86 4.4 Non-Oxide Semiconductors for Photoelectrochemical Water Splitting 96 4.5 Organic Semiconductors for Photoelectrochemical Water Splitting 98 4.6 Conclusions 101 5 MXene Electrocatalysts for Water Splitting 111 5.1 Introduction 111 5.2 Overview of the Synthesis of MXenes 113 5.3 Kinetic and Reaction Mechanism of Electrocatalytic Water Splitting 118 5.4 MXene-Based Electrocatalyst for Hydrogen Evolution Reaction 122 5.5 MXene-Based Electrocatalyst for Oxygen Evolution Reaction 128 5.6 Conclusion 130 6 Inorganic Photocatalysts for Water Splitting 139 6.1 Introduction 140 6.2 Photocatalysis Mechanisms 141 6.3 Properties of Photocatalysts 144 6.4 Examples of Inorganic Photocatalysts 147 6.5 Enhancement Strategies 151 6.6 Summary and Outlook 160 7 Functional Materials for Water Splitting 171 7.1 Introduction 171 7.2 MCDM Analysis 185 7.3 Conclusions 192 8 Nanotechnology in Water Splitting Research 211 8.1 Introduction 211 8.2 Photoelectrochemical Water Splitting 214 8.3 Photocatalytic Water Splitting 217 8.4 Nanomaterials in Hydrogen Evaluation 220 8.5 Summary and Future Perspectives 226 9 Hydrogen Utilization: Fuel Cells and Energy Storage 233 9.1 Importance of Fuel Cells 233 10 Catalyst for Anodic Oxygen Evolution Reaction 245 10.1 Introduction 246 10.2 Noble Metal Catalysts for OER 247 10.3 Non-Noble Metal Catalysts for OER 255 10.4 Other Catalysts for OER 266 10.5 Conclusion 266 11 Performance Characterization and Analysis of Electrolyzers 277 11.1 Introduction 278 11.2 Fundamentals of Electrolysis 280 11.3 Performance Metrics 286 11.4 Performance Analysis 288 11.5 Advanced Techniques and Modeling 292 11.6 Experimental Procedures for Characterizing Electrolyzer Performance 296 11.7 Future Trends and Challenges 299 11.8 Conclusion 300 Acknowledgments 301 References 301 Index 309
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Subject Areas: Chemistry [PN]
