Fabrication of Ultra-Fine Ag NPs on TiO<sub>2</sub> Thin Films by Alcohol-Assisted Photodeposition Process for Photocatalysis-Related Applications
Noble metal/semiconductor nanocomposites have been synthesized using various methods, including precipitation and hydrothermal and electrochemical processes. Among these, the photodeposition method stands out for its simplicity, without the need for high temperatures, redox agents, or complex steps....
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| description | Noble metal/semiconductor nanocomposites have been synthesized using various methods, including precipitation and hydrothermal and electrochemical processes. Among these, the photodeposition method stands out for its simplicity, without the need for high temperatures, redox agents, or complex steps. This method facilitates the control over noble metal nanoparticle size by adjusting parameters such as metal precursor concentration, irradiation time, and power. However, understanding the interaction between solid and liquid interfaces, particularly the role of solution viscosity in the growth process, remains a challenge. This knowledge is crucial for precise control over nanoparticle size and distribution. Our study highlights the influence of viscosity, manipulated through different alcohols, on the formation of Ag nanostructures on TiO<sub>2</sub> thin films via photodeposition, offering insights into optimizing nanocomposite synthesis. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-7d8a2a5dd942425884a92b4b2045a3a92024-03-27T13:52:37ZengMDPI AGMaterials1996-19442024-03-01176135410.3390/ma17061354Fabrication of Ultra-Fine Ag NPs on TiO<sub>2</sub> Thin Films by Alcohol-Assisted Photodeposition Process for Photocatalysis-Related ApplicationsSalih Veziroglu0Chair for Multicomponent Materials, Department of Materials Science, Faculty of Engineering, Kiel University (CAU), Kaiserstr. 2, 24143 Kiel, GermanyNoble metal/semiconductor nanocomposites have been synthesized using various methods, including precipitation and hydrothermal and electrochemical processes. Among these, the photodeposition method stands out for its simplicity, without the need for high temperatures, redox agents, or complex steps. This method facilitates the control over noble metal nanoparticle size by adjusting parameters such as metal precursor concentration, irradiation time, and power. However, understanding the interaction between solid and liquid interfaces, particularly the role of solution viscosity in the growth process, remains a challenge. This knowledge is crucial for precise control over nanoparticle size and distribution. Our study highlights the influence of viscosity, manipulated through different alcohols, on the formation of Ag nanostructures on TiO<sub>2</sub> thin films via photodeposition, offering insights into optimizing nanocomposite synthesis.https://www.mdpi.com/1996-1944/17/6/1354photocatalystTiO<sub>2</sub>thin filmAg nanoparticlesalcoholsphotocatalytic deposition |
| spellingShingle | Salih Veziroglu Fabrication of Ultra-Fine Ag NPs on TiO<sub>2</sub> Thin Films by Alcohol-Assisted Photodeposition Process for Photocatalysis-Related Applications Materials photocatalyst TiO<sub>2</sub> thin film Ag nanoparticles alcohols photocatalytic deposition |
| title | Fabrication of Ultra-Fine Ag NPs on TiO<sub>2</sub> Thin Films by Alcohol-Assisted Photodeposition Process for Photocatalysis-Related Applications |
| title_full | Fabrication of Ultra-Fine Ag NPs on TiO<sub>2</sub> Thin Films by Alcohol-Assisted Photodeposition Process for Photocatalysis-Related Applications |
| title_fullStr | Fabrication of Ultra-Fine Ag NPs on TiO<sub>2</sub> Thin Films by Alcohol-Assisted Photodeposition Process for Photocatalysis-Related Applications |
| title_full_unstemmed | Fabrication of Ultra-Fine Ag NPs on TiO<sub>2</sub> Thin Films by Alcohol-Assisted Photodeposition Process for Photocatalysis-Related Applications |
| title_short | Fabrication of Ultra-Fine Ag NPs on TiO<sub>2</sub> Thin Films by Alcohol-Assisted Photodeposition Process for Photocatalysis-Related Applications |
| title_sort | fabrication of ultra fine ag nps on tio sub 2 sub thin films by alcohol assisted photodeposition process for photocatalysis related applications |
| topic | photocatalyst TiO<sub>2</sub> thin film Ag nanoparticles alcohols photocatalytic deposition |
| url | https://www.mdpi.com/1996-1944/17/6/1354 |
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