Energy Conversion in Natural and Artificial Photosynthesis
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Beschreibung
This book discusses the basic principles and processes of solar energy conversion in natural photosynthesis. It then directly compares them with recent developments and concepts currently being pursued in artificial photosynthetic systems that are capable of utilizing sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into a chemical fuel.
In this regard, the main focus is on photoelectrochemical cells, in which semiconducting photoanodes and -cathodes modified with (electro-) catalysts are used to oxidize water, produce hydrogen and reduce carbon dioxide in a monolithic device. The fundamental photochemical and photophysical processes involved are presented and discussed, along with protection mechanisms and efficiency calculations for both natural and artificial photosynthesis. In turn, key parameters that are crucial for the efficient operation of natural photosynthesis are identified. Lastly, their validity and applicability in the design of artificial solar-driven water-splitting systems are examined.
This book discusses the basic principles and processes of solar energy conversion in natural photosynthesis. It then directly compares them with recent developments and concepts currently being pursued in artificial photosynthetic systems that are capable of utilizing sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into a chemical fuel.
In this regard, the main focus is on photoelectrochemical cells, in which semiconducting photoanodes and -cathodes modified with (electro-) catalysts are used to oxidize water, produce hydrogen and reduce carbon dioxide in a monolithic device. The fundamental photochemical and photophysical processes involved are presented and discussed, along with protection mechanisms and efficiency calculations for both natural and artificial photosynthesis. In turn, key parameters that are crucial for the efficient operation of natural photosynthesis are identified. Lastly, their validity and applicability in the design of artificial solar-driven water-splitting systems are examined.
Provides a direct comparison and overview of solar energy conversion processes in natural photosynthesis and artificial, biomimetic analogs Includes essential information for the design of solar water-splitting cells/solar fuel-producing devices Presents the content in a highly accessible way, using simple language, illustrations and tables
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Katharina Brinkert
Themen in »Energy Conversion in Natural and Artificial Photosynthesis«
Principles of Solar Energy Conversion Photosystem II, Mn4CaO5 Cluster Solar-Driven Water Splitting Proton-Coupled Electron Transfer Tyrosine-Histidine Interaction CO2 Fixation, RuBisCO Light Harvesting Artificial Photosynthesis Redox Cofactor Tuning Molecular Biomimetics