Electrochemical Carbon Dioxide Reduction to Formic Acid in a Flow Cell using Molecular Catalysts (Band 11)
Electrochemical Carbon Dioxide Reduction to Formic Acid in a Flow Cell using Molecular Catalysts (Band 11)

Author: Paul Rößner

Publisher: Cuvillier Verlag

Published: 2023-02-09

Total Pages: 174

ISBN-13: 3736967381

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This work adresses the gap between basic research and applied research in the field of CO₂ electrolysis using molecular catalysts. The development of new catalysts includes important aspects of the industrial application as early as possible to unlock the true potential of a catalyst and to prevent potential problems that occur when changing to industrially relevant process conditions. The results show that unexpected phenomena can occur when scaling up a technology from lab scale to pilot, or even industrial scale, advocating an effort to come as close as possible to large scale conditions, already in the lab. That can prevent major setbacks in the process and save valuable time and effort. This aspect is underlined by recent research in the specific field of CO₂ electrolysis using organometallic complexes, as catalysts show different performance characteristics after immobilization, for example. The successful development of future solutions depends on the interdisciplinary collaboration taking into account molecular considerations as well as process engineering aspects.

Flow Chemistry – Fundamentals
Flow Chemistry – Fundamentals

Author: Ferenc Darvas

Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG

Published: 2014-08-25

Total Pages: 307

ISBN-13: 3110388758

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"Flow Chemistry fills the gap in graduate education by covering chemistry and reaction principles along with current practice, including examples of relevant commercial reaction, separation, automation, and analytical equipment. The Editors of Flow Chemistry are commended for having taken the initiative to bring together experts from the field to provide a comprehensive treatment of fundamental and practical considerations underlying flow chemistry. It promises to become a useful study text and as well as reference for the graduate students and practitioners of flow chemistry." Professor Klavs Jensen Massachusetts Institute of Technology, USA Broader theoretical insight in driving a chemical reaction automatically opens the window towards new technologies particularly to flow chemistry. This emerging concept promotes the transformation of present day's organic processes into a more rapid continuous set of synthesis operations, more compatible with the envisioned sustainable world. These two volumes Fundamentals and Applications provide both the theoretical foundation as well as the practical aspects.

Electrochemical Reactors: Fundamentals, electrolysers, batteries, and fuel cells
Electrochemical Reactors: Fundamentals, electrolysers, batteries, and fuel cells

Author: M. I. Ismail

Publisher: Elsevier Publishing Company

Published: 1989

Total Pages: 574

ISBN-13:

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This book provides a guide for professionals interested in energy transfer and electrochemical technology systems. It covers the state-of-the-art of materials, electrochemistry and electrochemical engineering as related to electrochemical reactors, batteries and fuel cells. The fifteen chapters, written by experts in fields related to every aspect affecting reactor performance, are grouped into three parts. The first is devoted to fundamentals of reactors, batteries and fuel cells and covers various aspects of design, parts, construction, materials operation and control systems. The second group is devoted to specific reactors such as aqueous electro-organic and inorganic synthesis, electrochemical polymerization, molten salt electrolysis, electrochemical machining, metal finishing, reactor performance, failure mechanisms, corrosion control, materials selection and techniques. The third group deals with manufacturing techniques and surface treatment of materials for commercial reactors, commercial parts/materials, fastening, assembly and production of reactor parts and mathematical modelling of various reactor processes.

Transport Phenomena in Multiphase Flows
Transport Phenomena in Multiphase Flows

Author: Roberto Mauri

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2015-04-08

Total Pages: 458

ISBN-13: 3319157930

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This textbook provides a thorough presentation of the phenomena related to the transport of mass, momentum and energy. It lays all the basic physical principles, then for the more advanced readers, it offers an in-depth treatment with advanced mathematical derivations and ends with some useful applications of the models and equations in specific settings. The important idea behind the book is to unify all types of transport phenomena, describing them within a common framework in terms of cause and effect, respectively represented by the driving force and the flux of the transported quantity. The approach and presentation are original in that the book starts with a general description of transport processes, providing the macroscopic balance relations of fluid dynamics and heat and mass transfer, before diving into the mathematical realm of continuum mechanics to derive the microscopic governing equations at the microscopic level. The book is a modular teaching tool and can be used either for an introductory or for an advanced graduate course. The last 6 chapters will be of interest to more advanced researchers who might be interested in particular applications in physics, mechanical engineering or biomedical engineering. All chapters are complemented with exercises that are essential to complete the learning process.

Enzymes for Solving Humankind's Problems
Enzymes for Solving Humankind's Problems

Author: José J. G. Moura

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2020-12-01

Total Pages: 507

ISBN-13: 3030583155

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This book presents specific key natural and artificial systems that are promising biocatalysts in the areas of health, agriculture, environment and energy. It provides a comprehensive account of the state of the art of these systems and outlines the significant progress made in the last decade using these systems to develop innovative, sustainable and environmentally friendly solutions. Chapters from expert contributors explore how natural enzymes and artificial systems tackle specific targets such as: climate change, carbon footprint and economy and carbon dioxide utilisation; nitrogen footprint and fixation and nitrous oxide mitigation; hydrogen production, fuel cells and energy from bacteria; biomass transformation and production of added-value compounds, as well as biosensors development. This book provides an important and inspiring account for the designing of new natural and artificial systems with enhanced properties, and it appeals not only to students and researchers working in the fields of energy, health, food and environment, but also to a wider audience of educated readers that are interested in these up-to-date and exciting subjects. Chapter “Carbon Dioxide Utilisation—The Formate Route” is available open access under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License via link.springer.com.

Laser-induced Graphene
Laser-induced Graphene

Author: Ruquan Ye

Publisher:

Published: 2020-11-30

Total Pages: 88

ISBN-13: 9789814877275

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LIG is a revolutionary technique that uses a common CO2 infrared laser scriber, like the one used in any machine shop, for the direct conversion of polymers into porous graphene under ambient conditions. This technique combines the preparation and patterning of 3D graphene in a single step, without the use of wet chemicals. The ease in the structural engineering and excellent mechanical properties of the 3D graphene obtained have made LIG a versatile technique for applications across many fields. This book compiles cutting-edge research on LIG by different research groups all over the world. It discusses the strategies that have been developed to synthesize and engineer graphene, including controlling its properties such as porosity, composition, and surface characteristics. The authors are pioneers in the discovery and development of LIG and the book will appeal to anyone involved in nanotechnology, chemistry, environmental sciences, and device development, especially those with an interest in the synthesis and applications of graphene-based materials.

Plasma Catalysis
Plasma Catalysis

Author: Annemie Bogaerts

Publisher: MDPI

Published: 2019-04-02

Total Pages: 248

ISBN-13: 3038977500

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Plasma catalysis is gaining increasing interest for various gas conversion applications, such as CO2 conversion into value-added chemicals and fuels, N2 fixation for the synthesis of NH3 or NOx, methane conversion into higher hydrocarbons or oxygenates. It is also widely used for air pollution control (e.g., VOC remediation). Plasma catalysis allows thermodynamically difficult reactions to proceed at ambient pressure and temperature, due to activation of the gas molecules by energetic electrons created in the plasma. However, plasma is very reactive but not selective, and thus a catalyst is needed to improve the selectivity. In spite of the growing interest in plasma catalysis, the underlying mechanisms of the (possible) synergy between plasma and catalyst are not yet fully understood. Indeed, plasma catalysis is quite complicated, as the plasma will affect the catalyst and vice versa. Moreover, due to the reactive plasma environment, the most suitable catalysts will probably be different from thermal catalysts. More research is needed to better understand the plasma–catalyst interactions, in order to further improve the applications.

Electrocatalysis in Balancing the Natural Carbon Cycle
Electrocatalysis in Balancing the Natural Carbon Cycle

Author: Yaobing Wang

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2021-08-23

Total Pages: 60

ISBN-13: 3527349138

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Electrocatalysis in Balancing the Natural Carbon Cycle Explore the potential of electrocatalysis to balance an off-kilter natural carbon cycle In Electrocatalysis in Balancing the Natural Carbon Cycle, accomplished researcher and author, Yaobing Wang, delivers a focused examination of why and how to solve the unbalance of the natural carbon cycle with electrocatalysis. The book introduces the natural carbon cycle and analyzes current bottlenecks being caused by human activities. It then examines fundamental topics, including CO2 reduction, water splitting, and small molecule (alcohols and acid) oxidation to prove the feasibility and advantages of using electrocatalysis to tune the unbalanced carbon cycle. You’ll realize modern aspects of electrocatalysis through the operando diagnostic and predictable mechanistic investigations. Further, you will be able to evaluate and manage the efficiency of the electrocatalytic reactions. The distinguished author presents a holistic view of solving an unbalanced natural carbon cycle with electrocatalysis. Readers will also benefit from the inclusion of: A thorough introduction to the natural carbon cycle and the anthropogenic carbon cycle, including inorganic carbon to organic carbon and vice versa An exploration of electrochemical catalysis processes, including water splitting and the electrochemistry CO2 reduction reaction (ECO2RR) A practical discussion of water and fuel basic redox parameters, including electrocatalytic materials and their performance evaluation in different electrocatalytic cells A perspective of the operando approaches and computational fundamentals and advances of different electrocatalytic redox reactions Perfect for electrochemists, catalytic chemists, environmental and physical chemists, and inorganic chemists, Electrocatalysis in Balancing the Natural Carbon Cycle will also earn a place in the libraries of solid state and theoretical chemists seeking a one-stop reference for all aspects of electrocatalysis in carbon cycle-related reactions.

Compendium of Hydrogen Energy
Compendium of Hydrogen Energy

Author: Ram Gupta

Publisher: Woodhead Publishing

Published: 2016-02-03

Total Pages: 438

ISBN-13: 1782423842

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Compendium of Hydrogen Energy, Volume 2: Hydrogen Storage, Distribution and Infrastructure focuses on the storage and transmission of hydrogen. As many experts believe the hydrogen economy will, at some point, replace the fossil fuel economy as the primary source of the world's energy, this book details hydrogen storage in pure form, including chapters on hydrogen liquefaction, slush production, as well as underground and pipeline storage. Other sections in the book explore physical and chemical storage, including environmentally sustainable methods of hydrogen production from water, with final chapters dedicated to hydrogen distribution and infrastructure. - Covers a wide array of methods for storing hydrogen, detailing hydrogen transport and the infrastructure required for transition to the hydrogen economy - Written by leading academics in the fields of sustainable energy and experts from the world of industry - Part of a very comprehensive compendium which looks at the entirety of the hydrogen energy economy