Synchronized synthesis of Pd@C-RGO carbocatalyst for improved anode and cathode performance for direct ethylene glycol fuel cell

Abstract

The simultaneous formation of a carbocatalyst composed of 5 nm sized flower-shaped Pd nanoparticles assembled on carbon-reduced graphene oxide (Pd@C-RGO) is reported via the solid state process between 1 and 2 minutes followed by microwave irradiation and exhibits improved electrocatalytic performance for the oxidation of ethylene glycol.