Cross-linked p-type Co3O4 octahedral nanoparticles in 1D n-type TiO2 nanofibers for high-performance sensing devices

Quasi-1D nanofibers with heterostructure were prepared via a simple two-step process called the electrospinning technique and hydrothermal process. The nanostructures exhibit the unique feature of TiO2 nanofibers (250 nm) kept inside and well-structured Co3O4 octahedral nanoparticles loading outside. The cross-linked Co3O4/TiO2 nanostructures exhibit intriguing morphologies, architectures and chemical compositions. As a potential sensing material in chemosensor applications, the quasi-1D heterostructure nanofibers exhibit a relatively high catalysis response to CO, and good CO-sensing performance even exposure to a humid environment.

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