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Engineering, Chemical
Jun Wei, Meng Zheng, Dongdong Chen, Chenhao Wei, Yuen Bai, Liang Zhao, Jinsen Gao, Chunming Xu
Summary: This study investigates the mechanism and microkinetics of 1-butene catalytic cracking. The optimal paths for 1-butene isomerization and dimerization-cracking are clarified, and a new aromatization mechanism is proposed. Additionally, the effect of reaction temperature variation on product distribution is clarified, with increasing temperature having negative effects on the reaction rate.
INDUSTRIAL & ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Jie Wang, Junwei Shan, Yajie Tian, Tiantian Zhu, Haonan Duan, Xinyu He, Congzhen Qiao, Guozhu Liu
Summary: Fe modification of NS zeolite catalysts resulted in lower n-heptane cracking conversion but enhanced ethylene and propylene yields due to decreased acid content and restricted deep hydrogen transfer. The Fe@NS catalyst showed improved stability and higher light olefin yields compared to Fe/NS and parent NS catalysts.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Matthias Felischak, Tanya Wolff, Leo Alvarado Perea, Andreas Seidel-Morgenstern, Christof Hamel
Summary: Different metathesis catalysts were evaluated for propene production. The Re and NiRe based catalysts showed good activity and high propene selectivity at moderate temperatures, while the tungsten-based catalysts required higher temperatures for activity. Among them, Re/AlMCM-41(60), NiRe/mix (1:1) and W/SiO2 catalysts exhibited propene selectivity exceeding 40% and high potential for propene synthesis.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Pu Zhao, Lin Ye, Guangchao Li, Chen Huang, Simson Wu, Ping-Luen Ho, Haokun Wang, Tatchamapan Yoskamtorn, Denis Sheptyakov, Giannantonio Cibin, Angus Kirkland, Chiu C. Tang, Anmin Zheng, Wenjuan Xue, Donghai Mei, Kongkiat Suriye, Shik Chi Edman Tsang
Summary: By immobilizing a single molecular Re species on the inner surface of a Y zeolite with Bronsted acid sites within atomic proximity, active pairs of Re OMS-BAS are formed, showing high catalytic activity for olefin metathesis reactions. The synergy within the active pairs is revealed by studying the coadsorption geometry of olefin substrates, which aligns olefin molecules to the Re OMS for efficient intermediate formation. This concept of using two isolated active sites of different functionalities within atomic proximity in a confined cavity provides opportunities for designing synergistically catalytic materials.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Kun Lu, Yaqi Fan, Ju Huang, Jilong Wang, Hao Xu, Jingang Jiang, Yanhang Ma, Peng Wu
Summary: A novel bottom-up structural construction strategy was proposed to convert Nonasil zeolite into two novel structures with accessible and stable acid sites, making it a promising catalyst for the 1-butene cracking to lower alkenes.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Zeinab Mcheik, Ludovic Pinard, Joumana Toufaily, Tayssir Hamieh, T. Jean Daou
Summary: Hierarchical MOR-type zeolites were synthesized using CTAB as a porogen agent, showing higher porous volume and BET surface area. Increasing CTAB concentration led to higher mesoporous volume and BET surface area, while preserving zeolite micropores. By reducing the aluminum content in the synthesis gel, the Si/Al ratio of the zeolite framework can be increased. These synthesized hierarchical MOR-type zeolites exhibited improved catalytic activity for n-hexane cracking compared to large zeolite crystals obtained without CTAB.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Wenjie Yang, Youhao Xu, Xingtian Shu, Xin Wang, Xuhui Bai, Yanfen Zuo, Yibin Luo, Ying Ouyang
Summary: It is well-known that the diversity of microporous voids in zeolites contributes to their catalytic diversity. However, the influence of confinement on important reactions like alkene cracking and hydrogen transfer is not well-understood. This study focuses on the role of confinement environment in the conversion of pentene. The findings suggest that smaller voids with stronger van der Waals stabilization and higher entropies favor monomolecular cracking, leading to enhanced ethene selectivity in the cracking products.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Ashish Pathak, Mohan S. Rana, Meena Marafi, Richa Kothari, Piyush Gupta, V. V. Tyagi
Summary: In this study, we critically analyzed the potential of reusing spent fluid cracking catalysts (SFCC) as raw materials for synthesizing zeolites, and discussed the challenges and prospects of this process.
SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS AND TECHNOLOGIES
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yitong Zhai, Beibei Feng, Qinghui Meng, Chengcheng Ao, Siyu Qian, Lidong Zhang
Summary: This feature article discusses the catalytic combustion of methyl butanoate over unmodified HZSM-5 zeolites, focusing on the catalytic reaction mechanism. Experimental and theoretical calculations are used to explain the proposed catalytic mechanism, providing new insights into improving combustion efficiency in internal combustion engines and controlling pollutant emissions.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Dali Zhu, Linying Wang, Wenna Zhang, Dong Fan, Jinzhe Li, Wenhao Cui, Shengjun Huang, Shutao Xu, Peng Tian, Zhongmin Liu
Summary: High-silica zeolite Y plays a crucial role in (petro)chemical industries, but its slow nucleation and growth kinetics hinder direct synthesis and improvement of framework SiO2/Al2O3 ratio. In this study, a facile strategy involving high crystallization temperature, ultra-stable Y seeds, and efficient organic-structure directing agent is developed to achieve fast crystallization of high-silica zeolite Y. The synthesis can be completed in 5-16 hours at 160 degrees C, with adjustable framework SiO2/Al2O3 ratio up to 18.2, and the key factors affecting crystallization kinetics and phase purity are explained. Additionally, the fast crystal growth mechanism is revealed through monitoring the crystallization process. The high-silica products exhibit high (hydro)thermal stability and abundant strong acid sites, resulting in excellent catalytic cracking performance superior to commercial ultra-stable Y.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Chenggong Song, Xu Hou, Hao Zhou, Huimin Qiao, Li Yin, Jing Huang, Enxian Yuan, Tingting Cui
Summary: Plastic waste management and disposal has become a significant environmental concern. This study focuses on the use of catalysts, specifically introducing mesopores into HZSM-5 zeolites, to enhance catalytic activity and decrease the degradation temperature of plastic waste. The results demonstrate that mesopore volume has a positive impact on degradation efficiency.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Yi Wei, Xiying Jia, Chaoyue Shen, Huijuan Ying, Fengwen Yu, Jianbing Ji
Summary: The digestate residue has been successfully utilized as feedstock for molten carbonates pyrolysis and catalytic reforming, producing bio-based monophenols. The modified HZSM-5 catalyst shows outstanding selectivity for monophenols and low coke yield, making it ideal for integrated pyrolysis systems. Additionally, the formation of mesopores minimizes diffusion hindrance and reduces coke accumulation during the process.
JOURNAL OF ANALYTICAL AND APPLIED PYROLYSIS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Hagos Birhane Asfha, Ashenafi Hailu Berta, Nayoung Kang, Danim Yun, Jaedeuk Park, Yong-Ki Park, Kiwoong Kim
Summary: In this study, a reaction mechanism of light straight run naphtha cracking over micro-spherical catalyst containing HZSM-5 was systematically investigated. The results showed that light paraffins and olefins were the primary products, and oligomerization and β-scission cracking dominated the secondary reactions. Experiments on single hydrocarbon feeds indicated that BTX formation proceeded via the formation of cycloalkanes and cyclo-olefinic intermediates. Temperature and space time influenced the product selectivity, with propylene selectivity increasing at lower temperatures and ethylene selectivity increasing at higher temperatures.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Yajie Tian, Bofeng Zhang, Siyuan Gong, Li Wang, Xiangwen Zhang, Congzhen Qiao, Guozhu Liu
Summary: Pillared nanosheet HZSM-5 zeolite films prepared using a dual template method exhibited higher surface area, mesoporous volume, heat sink, and catalytic stability compared to conventional microporous zeolite films, leading to improved thermal management and high conversion rates.
MICROPOROUS AND MESOPOROUS MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jing Niu, Yu-Ting Miao, Wei David Wang, Meng-Tong Ruan, Zhi-Peng Wang, Hua-Dong Xue, Si-Min Yu, Chong Liu, Jian-Feng Wu, Wei Wang
Summary: The crucial role of surface ethoxy species, i.e., equilibrium with ethene in the primary step and further alkylation to form the C-C bond, was confirmed for the first time through a selective C-13-labeling protocol and a multitechnique approach during the adsorption of ethene on zeolite H-Y.
CATALYSIS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)