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

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The integration of sonication-assisted liquid-phase exfoliated 2D MoS2 onto 1D TiO2 nanotube arrays creates a 2D/1D heterostructure that enhances photoelectrochemical water splitting for solar energy conversion. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.INCREMENTAL. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

Chathuranga N. Wijerathna; Kaveendra Yasas Wickramathilaka; Elsa Njeri; Fei Wang; Bryan D. Huey; Steven L. Suib

doi:10.1021/acsami.6c03708

May 29, 2026ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces

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

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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.

Implication

Demonstrates improved water splitting in advanced solar energy systems, indicating innovative applications.

Abstract

nanotubes, highlighting the potential of this 2D/1D device heterostructure for advanced solar energy conversion applications.

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

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