One‐Dimensional CdS/TpPa‐COF S‐Scheme Heterojunctions Enabling Directional Charge Transport for Highly Efficient Photocatalytic Hydrogen Evolution

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Authors: Minwei Fan, An Qian, Xin Han, Jihui Yu, Chong Zhang, Lei Ye, Xin Pu, Moldyr Dyusebaeva, Gulzat Berganayeva, Qiang Yang, Jichang Liu
Cited by: 4
References: 40

Abstract

ABSTRACT Constructing efficient heterojunctions with accelerated charge separation and directional carries migration is crucial for high‐performance photocatalytic hydrogen evolution. Herein, a 1D CdS/TpPa‑COF S‐scheme heterojunction is rationally constructed via an in situ growth strategy under mild conditions, in which TpPa‐COF is uniformly anchored onto CdS nanorods (NRs) to form an intimate interface. Benefiting from the well‐defined 1D architecture and strong interfacial electronic coupling, the CdS/TpPa‐COF heterostructure exhibits significantly enhanced efficient charge separation, and directional charge transport driven by an internal built‐in electric field. The optimized CdS/TpPa‐COF photocatalyst delivers a remarkable photocatalytic hydrogen evolution rate of 165 mmol·g −1 ·h −1 , which is substantially higher than those of pristine CdS and TpPa‐COF. Notably, excellent hydrogen production performance is also achieved under real sunlight irradiation. The results reveal that spontaneous electron transfer induces band bending and establishes an S‐scheme charge‐transfer pathway, preserving strong redox potentials and enhancing the photocatalytic hydrogen evolution performance. This work highlights the promise of dimensionally regulated 1D COF‐based heterojunctions for advanced solar‐to‐fuel conversion systems.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Advanced Photocatalysis Techniques Covalent Organic Framework Applications 2D Materials and Applications

Publication details

Journal / source
Advanced Functional Materials
Publisher
Wiley
Volume
36
Issue
48
Publication date
30 April 2026
Language
EN