Intermetallic Pd–Y nanoparticles/N-doped carbon nanotubes as multi-active catalysts for oxygen reduction reaction, ethanol oxidation reaction, and zinc–air batteries

Abstract

Intermetallic PdY/NCNTs were designed as a multifunctional catalyst for ORR, EOR, and ZAB, exhibiting remarkable catalytic activity and stability. In addition, the PdY/NCNTs-fabricated ZAB air cathode achieved a higher power density than the benchmark Pt/C.