PVP-regulated synthesis of Ni–Fe alloy nanoparticles anchored on N-doped graphene: enhanced kinetics and stability for ammonia borane hydrolysis

Key Points

• The research aims to investigate the synthesis and catalytic performance of Ni-Fe alloy nanoparticles on N-doped graphene for ammonia borane hydrolysis.
• Synthesis of Ni-Fe alloy nanoparticles using PVP as a stabilizing agent.
• Characterization of nanoparticles to confirm structure and composition.
• Evaluation of catalytic performance in ammonia borane hydrolysis.
• Ni-Fe alloy nanoparticles demonstrate enhanced catalytic activity compared to other materials.
• The strong metal-support interactions significantly improve hydrogen release kinetics.
• Stability of the nanoparticles is enhanced during the hydrolysis process.