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چکیده
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Water-splitting reactions such as the hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) and the oxygen evolution reaction (OER) typically require expensive noble metal-based electrocatalysts. This has motivated researchers to develop novel, cost-effective electrocatalytic systems. In this study, a new multicomponent nanocomposite was assembled by combining functionalized multiwalled carbon nanotubes, a Cu-based metal–organic framework (MOF) (HKUST-1 or HK), and a sulfidized NiMn-layered double hydroxide (NiMn-S). The resulting nanocomposite, abbreviated as MW/HK/NiMn-S, features a unique architecture, high porosity, numerous electroactive Cu/Ni/Mn sites, fast charge transfer, excellent structural stability, and conductivity. At a current density of 10 mA cm−2, this dual-function electrocatalyst shows remarkable performance, with ultralow overpotential values of 163 mV (OER) or 73 mV (HER), as well as low Tafel slopes (57 and 75 mV dec−1, respectively). Additionally, its high turnover frequency values (4.43 s−1 for OER; 3.96 s−1 for HER) are significantly superior to those of standard noble metal-based Pt/C and IrO2 systems. The synergistic effect of the nanocomposite's different components is responsible for its enhanced electrocatalytic performance. A density functional theory study revealed that the multi-interface and multicomponent heterostructure contribute to increased electrical conductivity and decreased energy barrier, resulting in superior electrocatalytic HER/OER activity. This study presents a novel vision for designing advanced electrocatalysts with superior performance in water splitting. Various composites have been utilized in water-splitting applications. This study investigates the use of the MW/HK/NiMn-S electrocatalyst for water splitting for the first time to indicate the synergistic effect between carbon-based materials along with layered double hydroxide compounds and porous compounds of MOF. The unique features of each component in this composite can be an i
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