Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
179339 Electrochemistry Communications 2013 4 Pages PDF
Abstract

Worm-like PtCo nanotubes are synthesized by galvanic exchange reaction using Co nanowires as templates. As a novel electrocatalyst for methanol oxidation, the as-prepared PtCo nanotubes display better activity and stability compared with commercial Pt/C catalyst.

► PtCo nanotubes were synthesized using Co nanowires as template. ► Abundant nanoflakes exist on each PtCo nanotube, forming worm-like shape. ► This is the first report on the electrochemical properties of PtCo nanotubes. ► PtCo nanotube catalyst shows good stability.

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