A 3D CuO–ZnO p–n junction hierarchical device was fabricated via sequential in situ crystallization and hydrothermal reaction on Cu foil and exhibited enhanced visible light photocatalytic reduction with stable recyclability to Cr(vi).
Plasmonic nanostructures with strong light-matter interactions have been intensively explored in the past decades. The plasmonic photothermal effect has garnered significant research interest and triggered plenty of applications, such as photothermal therapy, photothermal imaging, and photocatalysis. Recently, plasmonic nanostructures are emerging as one of the most exciting candidates for solar vapor generation, inspiring the revival of solar-thermal-based water purification technologies. Here we present a review of state-of-the-art plasmonic-enhanced solar evaporation, including the theoretical background, various designs of plasmonic materials and structures, and their potential applications. The current challenges and future perspective are outlined as well.
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