| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1489270 | Materials Research Bulletin | 2013 | 4 Pages |
We report a simple method to fabricate well-aligned TiO2/SrO core/shell nanowire arrays. The core/shell structure is confirmed to have crystalline TiO2 nanowires core and amorphous SrO shell layer. The shell is composed of SrO with tunable thickness. Photocatalytic activity measurement shows that TiO2/SrO core/shell nanowire arrays outperform uncovered TiO2 nanowires. Such core/shell nanowire arrays have potential applications for photovoltaic devices and as high performance photocatalyst.
Graphical abstractTiO2 nanowires with tunable SrO shell layer are easily fabricated. The core/shell structure can enhance the photocatalytic activity of TiO2 nanowires and restrict the recombination of the electrons/holes.Figure optionsDownload full-size imageDownload as PowerPoint slideHighlights► A facile method to fabricate TiO2/SrO core-shell nanowire array is reported. ► The thickness of SrO shell layer can be tunable by adjusting the dipping time. ► TiO2/SrO core/shell nanowires shows enhanced photocatalytic activity.
