Gas-Sensing Performance of Transition-metal surface-modified MnX2 (X = Se,Te) toward SF6 Decomposition Products (SOF2 and SO2F2 ) A First-Principles Study

Key Points

• The research aims to explore the gas-sensing performance of transition-metal surface-modified MnX2 toward SF6 decomposition products.
• Utilized density functional theory calculations
• Examined transition-metal modifications on MnX2
• Analyzed gas-sensing properties of samples against SOF2 and SO2F2
• Identified promising transition-metal catalysts for enhanced gas-sensing performance
• Demonstrated effective detection of SF6 decomposition products
• Provided insights into the implications for operation safety in gas-insulated systems