Sol–Gel Autocombustion Synthesis of Metals and Metal Alloys

Go for the burn! Sol–gel autocombustion is an energy-efficient approach to synthesizing metals, such as Co, Ni, Cu, Ag, Bi, and Co–Ni alloy. Based on differential thermal analysis (DTA) and mass spectrometry measurements (see picture for Ni gel), a reaction mechanism is proposed that leads to the formation of metals and metal alloys instead of metal oxides. Detailed facts of importance to specialist readers are published as "Supporting Information". Such documents are peer-reviewed, but not copy-edited or typeset. They are made available as submitted by the authors. Please note: The publisher is not responsible for the content or functionality of any supporting information supplied by the authors. Any queries (other than missing content) should be directed to the corresponding author for the article.