Depassivation of iron–carbon micro-electrolysis by dual-field exfoliation and carbon-network passivation control: Mechanisms and performance

Key Points

• Enhanced micro-electrolysis performance was achieved with innovative dual-field exfoliation methods, showing clear improvements in efficiency.
• The process saw a notable increase in effectiveness, with a performance boost of approximately 30% in electrocatalytic activity.
• Assessment of iron-carbon micro-electrolysis indicates significant benefits from carbon-network passivation strategies.
• These findings suggest potential advancements in multi-phase electrochemical processes, highlighting the importance of material optimization.