Coordination polymer derived transition metal phosphide/carbon composites for bifunctional oxygen electrocatalyst

doi:10.1016/j.jmst.2024.09.043

Abstract

Abstract: Developing nonprecious electrocatalysts with bifunctional performances for oxygen reduction (ORR) and evolution reactions (OER) remains a crucial challenge in rechargeable Zn-air batteries (RZABs). In this study, we report the synthesis of a three-dimensional (3D) porous N, P-doped carbon-wrapped cobalt phosphide composite (Co₂P@3DNPC) via direct calcination of a novel organic/inorganic porous coordination polymer by an in-situ phosphating strategy. DFT calculations demonstrate the intricate interactions occurring during the PEI-directed grinding self-assembly process among Co²⁺, phytic acid (PA), and polyethylenimine (PEI). Specifically, Co²⁺ ions initially adsorb onto PEI molecules before integrating with PA to form a 3D coordination polymer matrix. As-fabricated Co₂P@3DNPC composite exhibits impressive ORR/OER bifunctional performances, with a half-wave potential of 0.78 V and an overpotential of 1.71 V, respectively. Its bifunctional activities enable a power density of 148.5 mW cm^-2 in rechargeable ZABs, with remarkable stability (> 480 h) during a discharge-charge cycle. The interconnected porous structure and embedded Co₂P nanoparticles optimize the electrode-electrolyte interfacial contact, boosting energy density and cycle life of as-assembled ZABs. This innovative approach paves the way for efficient, cost-effective production of bifunctional electrocatalysts for RZABs.

Key words: Transition metal phosphides, Bifunctional electrocatalyst, Coordination polymer, Three-dimensional porous carbon, Rechargeable Zn-air battery

Yue Du, Zhiyi Zhong, Lina Zhou, Wenxue Chen, Zhixian Shi, Pan Song, Yifeng Liu, Yao Yao, Yisi Liu, Shixue Dou, Yao Xiao. Coordination polymer derived transition metal phosphide/carbon composites for bifunctional oxygen electrocatalyst[J]. J. Mater. Sci. Technol., 2025, 222: 142-151.

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