Research progress of Cu-Ag core-shell powder prepared by electroless plating method
Cu-Ag core-shell powders exhibit exceptional electrical,anti-oxidative,antimicrobial,and catalytic properties,coupled with cost-effectiveness,establishing them as attractive alternatives to silver powders.Their applications span photovoltaics,electronics,pharmaceuticals,and catalysis.Electroless plating is the predominant synthesis technique,utllizing various chemical reagents.However,existing reviews inadequately elucidate the types and roles of commonly employed reagents.This review provides a detailed mechanistic explication of reagent functions in the electroless plating of Cu-Ag core-shell powders.It analyzes the advantages and limitations of diverse reagents and process routes.Additionally,this review sheds light on emerging research trends and technological development directions of Cu-Ag core-shell powders.