Enhanced Photoelectrochemical Water Splitting via Sonication-Assisted Liquid-Phase Exfoliated 2D MoS 2 on 1D TiO 2 Nanotube Array Photoanodes

Key Points

• The research investigates the use of sonication-assisted liquid-phase exfoliated MoS2 on TiO2 nanotubes to enhance water splitting efficiency.
• Utilized sonication to assist in the exfoliation of MoS2 for application on TiO2 nanotubes.
• Constructed 2D/1D heterostructures for testing in photoelectrochemical cells.
• Analyzed solar energy conversion efficiency through systematic performance evaluations.
• Demonstrated a significant increase in water splitting efficiency with the MoS2/TiO2 system compared to traditional systems.
• Achieved optimal performance metrics, enhancing photocurrent density and stability under solar illumination.