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- Free-standing and flow-through anodic TiO nanotube (TNT) membranes are becoming important due to their unique properties and versatility in research, particularly in fields like catalysis, energy, and biomedical applications.
- The article reviews advancements in the production and modification of these membranes, detailing how they are created through anodizing and methods for detachment, including techniques for opening their bottom ends.
- It also explores various applications of TNT membranes, covering their use in hydrogen production, solar cells, batteries, pollution control, and innovative technologies like micromotors and electrochromic devices.
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Free-standing and flow-through anodic TiO nanotube (TNT) membranes are gaining attention due to their unique synergy of properties and morphology, making them valuable in diverse research areas such as (photo)catalysis, energy conversion, environmental purification, sensors, and the biomedical field. The well-organized TiO nanotubes can be efficiently and cost-effectively produced through anodizing, while further utility of this material can be achieved by creating detached and flow-through membranes. This article reviews the latest advancements in the preparation, modification, and application of free-standing and flow-through anodic TiO nanotubes. It offers a comprehensive discussion of the factors influencing the morphology of the oxide and the potential mechanisms behind the electrochemical formation of TiO nanotubes. It examines methods for detachment and opening the bottom ends to prepare free-standing and flow-through TNT membranes and posttreatment strategies tailored to different applications. The article also provides an overview of recent applications of these materials in various fields, including hydrogen production, fuel and solar cells, batteries, pollutant diffusion and degradation, biomedical applications, micromotors, and electrochromic devices.
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