Photocatalytic optimization of ZnO–Ga₂O₃ composite thin films for PEC water splitting: effects of thickness, environment, and annealing temperature

Yerbolat Tezekbay; Tolagay Duisebayev; Zhamilya Taubaldiyeva; Alshyn Abduvalov; Nurxat Nuraje; Olzat Toktarbaiuly

doi:10.1039/d5ra03463a

January 1, 2025RSC AdvancesOpen Access

Photocatalytic optimization of ZnO–Ga₂O₃ composite thin films for PEC water splitting: effects of thickness, environment, and annealing temperature

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Key Points

Optimized ZnO–Ga2O3 thin films demonstrate enhanced photocurrent density for water splitting.
Tuning the thickness, annealing temperature, and environment significantly impacts efficiency.
Characterization techniques establish critical structure-performance relationships in photocatalytic materials.
Research supports the potential for scalable solar hydrogen production with optimized thin film technologies.

Implication

Observational analysis reveals improved photocurrent density in ZnO–Ga2O3 thin films, suggesting optimized production for solar hydrogen.

Abstract

Optimized ZnO–Ga 2 O 3 thin films for PEC water splitting by tuning thickness, annealing, and environment, enhancing photocurrent density and revealing key structure–performance links for scalable solar hydrogen production.

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Photocatalytic optimization of ZnO–Ga₂O₃ composite thin films for PEC water splitting: effects of thickness, environment, and annealing temperature

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Photocatalytic optimization of ZnO–Ga₂O₃ composite thin films for PEC water splitting: effects of thickness, environment, and annealing temperature

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