Multi-scale Pt-Ni alloy with mixed-crystal phase as efficient bifunctional electrocatalysts for oxygen reduction reaction and methanol oxidation reaction

Key Points

• Bifunctional electrocatalysts demonstrate significant efficiency in both the oxygen reduction reaction and methanol oxidation reaction.
• The multi-scale Pt-Ni alloy with a mixed-crystal phase shows performance improvements over traditional catalysts.
• Characterization of the alloy was done through standard electrochemical methods and structural analysis, leading to notable findings.
• These results may enable enhanced energy conversion systems, highlighting the potential for real-world applications.