Dual-ligand engineering of Ti-Based MOFs for efficient piezo-photocatalytic overall water splitting

Key Points

• To enhance the efficiency of water splitting through dual-ligand engineering in titanium-based metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Designed and synthesized titanium-based MOFs with dual ligands.
• Tested the photocatalytic performance for water splitting under solar light.
• Analyzed the structural and chemical properties of the MOFs.
• Achieved a significant increase in hydrogen production rates from water splitting.
• Demonstrated improved stability and efficiency compared to previous MOF designs.
• Showed effective utilization of solar energy in the photocatalytic process.