Articles tagged with Dehydrogenation
Researchers at the University of Rochester have developed a new way to harness the properties of tungsten carbide as a catalyst for producing valuable chemicals and fuels. The method, which involves carefully manipulating tungsten carbide particles at the nanoscale level, has shown promising results in reducing costs and increasing eff...
A Kobe University team developed a technique to classify thousands of enzymes, allowing for rapid evaluation and identification of highly active and versatile enzymes. The approach enabled the discovery of an enzyme with up to 10 times higher productivity than industry standards.
A team of researchers developed a water-catalyzed PDH reaction route using a copper single-atom catalyst to achieve highly efficient propane-to-propylene conversion under mild conditions. The reaction was driven by photo-thermo catalysis and could be directly driven by sunlight.
Researchers developed a groundbreaking data-driven model to predict dehydrogenation barriers of magnesium hydride, a promising material for solid-state hydrogen storage. The model offers a faster, more efficient way to assess the performance of hydrogen storage materials, bridging the knowledge gap left by experimental techniques.
A team of researchers from Waseda University successfully generated electricity directly from methylcyclohexane using solid oxide fuel cells, with a production ratio of toluene to benzene at 94:6. The process generates electricity without dehydrogenation facilities and uses less energy than conventional methods.
A team of researchers has identified the key stumbling block of a common solid-state hydrogen material, MgH2. The study, published in Journal of Materials Chemistry A, reveals that a 'burst effect' during dehydrogenation leads to sluggish kinetics, hindering commercial application.
Researchers from Osaka University have developed a novel method for hydrogen purification using liquid organic hydrogen carriers, achieving high efficiency and purity. This breakthrough could increase the mid- and long-term prospects of hydrogen as a sustainable energy source.
A research team from Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics has revealed the existence of reactive gallium-hydride species on the surface of gallium oxide using solid-state nuclear magnetic resonance. The discovery provides comprehensive information on the structural configuration and formation mechanism of these special M-H species.
Researchers developed a main-group catalyst with atomically dispersed In sites to overcome the trade-off between conversion and selectivity in oxidative dehydrogenation. The novel catalyst achieved over 80% C2H4 selectivity, outperforming existing transition metal oxide catalysts.
Researchers at Hokkaido University have developed a novel catalyst that significantly improves the efficiency of propylene production. The catalyst utilizes carbon dioxide efficiently and exhibits high selectivity, stability, and long-term reusability.
Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics researchers propose dual active site strategy to isolate dehydrogenation and oxidation in oxidative dehydrogenation of ethane, resulting in near 100% ethene selectivity. This approach could be extended to multiple oxidation reactions plagued by over-oxidation.
Researchers at Hokkaido University have designed a highly stable platinum-gallium catalyst that can support propylene production at very high temperatures, making it suitable for a month. The 'doubly decorated' catalyst is alloyed with lead and calcium, which blocks side reactions and improves stability.
Researchers at Northwestern University have developed a new method for producing propylene, a key component of plastics, that uses less energy. The technique, which involves the use of two catalysts, produces yields up to 30% higher than traditional methods, making it a promising solution for more energy-efficient plastics production.
A new nanoreactor strategy has been proposed for synthesizing superior supported bimetallic catalysts, showing enhanced catalytic performance in formic acid dehydrogenation and recyclability. The synthesized PdAu BNPs exhibit uniform diameter and homogenous distribution, with a TOF value of 3684 h-1 at 333 K.
Researchers at Hokkaido University have created a novel, silica-supported catalyst that enables efficient propane dehydrogenation without catalyst deactivation. The catalyst maintains high propylene selectivity and stability even at temperatures above 600°C.
Researchers have developed a self-healing catalyst, SION-X, that can efficiently release hydrogen from ammonia borane, a promising energy carrier. The catalyst is based on abundant mineral Jacquesdietrichite and can be easily regenerated, stored, and handled, making it suitable for large-scale applications.
Scientists have identified a way to convert cyclohexane to useful products at lower temperatures, reducing the need for energy and minimizing unwanted byproducts. The new catalysts work at temperatures as low as 100°C, protecting intermediate products from further conversion.
Researchers developed a method to screen different catalysts for converting light alkanes into olefins, potentially providing a more economical solution for olefins production. The breakthrough could be a game-changer in the petrochemical and polymer industries.
Researchers at Argonne National Laboratory have devised a way to catalyze propane in a more environmentally friendly manner using platinum clusters. The discovery could lead to the development of energy-efficient and sustainable synthesis strategies, potentially replacing petrochemical feedstocks with abundant small alkanes.