Porous Co–P–Pd nanotube arrays for hydrogen generation by catalyzing the hydrolysis of alkaline NaBH4 solution

Abstract

Porous Co–P–Pd nanotube arrays (NTAs) are prepared and used for catalyzing the hydrolysis of alkaline NaBH₄ solution to generate H₂. Benefiting from the unique porous structure and synergistic effect, the Co–P–Pd NTAs show a maximum hydrogen generation rate of 4216 mL per min per g catalyst and good cyclic stability.