scholarly journals Bulk Versus Surface Modification of Alumina with Mn and Ce Based Oxides for CH4 Catalytic Combustion

Materials ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (11) ◽  
pp. 1771 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stefan Neatu ◽  
Mihaela M. Trandafir ◽  
Adelina Stănoiu ◽  
Ovidiu G. Florea ◽  
Cristian E. Simion ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Photoelectron Spectroscopy ◽  
Catalytic Combustion ◽  
Mixed Oxides ◽  
Sol Gel ◽  
Nitrogen Adsorption ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Temperature Programmed ◽  
Catalytic Combustion Of Methane ◽  
Adsorption Desorption

This study presents the synthesis and characterization of lanthanum-modified alumina supported cerium–manganese mixed oxides, which were prepared by three different methods (coprecipitation, impregnation and citrate-based sol-gel method) followed by calcination at 500 °C. The physicochemical properties of the synthesized materials were investigated by various characterization techniques, namely: nitrogen adsorption-desorption isotherms, X-ray diffraction (XRD), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and H2–temperature programmed reduction (TPR). This experimental study demonstrated that the role of the catalytic surface is much more important than the bulk one. Indeed, the incipient impregnation of CeO2–MnOx catalyst, supported on an optimized amount of 4 wt.% La2O3–Al2O3, provided the best results of the catalytic combustion of methane on our catalytic micro-convertors. This is mainly due to: (i) the highest pore size dimensions according to the Brunauer-Emmett-Teller (BET) investigations, (ii) the highest amount of Mn4+ or/and Ce4+ on the surface as revealed by XPS, (iii) the presence of a mixed phase (Ce2MnO6) as shown by X-ray diffraction; and (iv) a higher reducibility of Mn4+ or/and Ce4+ species as displayed by H2–TPR and therefore more reactive oxygen species.

FeYO3@rGO nanocomposites: Synthesis, characterization and application in photooxidative degradation of atrazine under visible light

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (5) ◽  
pp. 706-716
Author(s):  
Nada D. Al-Khthami ◽  
Tariq Altalhi ◽  
Mohammed Alsawat ◽  
Mohamed S. Amin ◽  
Yousef G. Alghamdi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Visible Light ◽  
Photoelectron Spectroscopy ◽  
Sol Gel ◽  
Bandgap Energy ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Reduced Graphene ◽  
Structural Surface ◽  
Adsorption Desorption

Different organic pollutants have been remediated photo catalytically by applying perovskite photocatalysts. Atrazine (ATR) is a pesticide commonly detected as a pollutant in drinking, surface and ground water. Herein, FeYO3@rGO heterojunction was synthesized and applied for photooxidation decomposition of ATR. First, FeYO 3nanoparticles (NPs) were prepared via routine sol-gel. After that, FeYO3 NPs were successfully incorporated with different percentages (5, 10, 15 and 20 wt.%) of reduced graphene oxide (rGO) in the synthesis of novel FeYO3@rGO photocatalyst. Morphological, structural, surface, optoelectrical and optical characteristics of constructed materials were identified via X-ray diffraction (XRD), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), Transmission electron microscopy (TEM), adsorption/desorption isotherms, diffusive reflectance (DR) spectra, and photoluminescence response (PL). Furthermore, photocatalytic achievement of the constructed materials was evaluated via photooxidative degradation of ATR. Various investigations affirmed the usefulness of rGO incorporation on the advancement of formed photocatalysts. Actually, novel nanocomposite containing rGO (15 wt.%) possessed diminished bandgap energy, as well as magnified visible light absorption. Furthermore, such nanocomposite presented exceptional photocatalytic achievement when exposed to visible light as ATR was perfectly photooxidized over finite amount (1.6 g · L-1) from the optimized photocatalyst when illuminated for 30 min. The advanced photocatalytic performance of constructed heterojunctions could be accredited mainly to depressed recombination amid induced charges. The constructed FeYO3@rGO nanocomposite is labelled as efficient photocatalyst for remediation of herbicides from aquatic environments.

SYNTHESIS, CHARACTERIZATION AND THE APPLICABILITY OF β-CYCLODEXTRINS FUNCTIONALIZED MESOPOROUS SBA-15 MOLECULAR SIEVES

NANO ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 08 (05) ◽  
pp. 1350050
Author(s):  
MIN GUAN ◽  
HAI-PENG BI ◽  
ZUYUAN WANG ◽  
SHAOHUA BU ◽  
LING HUANG ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Photoelectron Spectroscopy ◽  
Molecular Sieves ◽  
Nitrogen Adsorption ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Adsorption Capacities ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Potential Applications ◽  
Adsorption Desorption

Mesoporous silicas SBA-15 are modified with β-Cyclodextrins (β-CD) by simple grafting method. β-CD functionalized SBA-15 was characterized by Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, transmission electron microscopy (TEM), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), powder X-ray diffraction (PXRD), nitrogen adsorption–desorption measurements, thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS). Furthermore, the applicability of it is investigated through studying the adsorption properties of clenbuterol. It showed better adsorption capacities of clenbuterol than pure SBA-15. β-CD functionalized SBA-15 material has the potential applications in the treatment of clenbuterol contamination in food and environment science.

scholarly journals Preparation of GO/MIL-101(Fe,Cu) composite and its adsorption mechanisms for phosphate in aqueous solution

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
You Wu ◽  
Zuannian Liu ◽  
Bakhtari Mohammad Fahim ◽  
Junnan Luo
Keyword(s):  
Adsorption Capacity ◽  
Photoelectron Spectroscopy ◽  
Adsorption Mechanism ◽  
Nitrogen Adsorption ◽  
Adsorption Properties ◽  
Maximum Adsorption Capacity ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Adsorption Mechanisms ◽  
Adsorption Desorption

Abstract In this study, MIL-101(Fe), MIL-101(Fe,Cu), and Graphene Oxide (GO) /MIL-101(Fe,Cu) were synthesized to compose a novel sorbent. The adsorption properties of these three MOFs-based composites were compared toward the removal of phosphate. Furthermore, the influencing factors including reaction time, pH, temperature and initial concentration on the adsorption capacity of phosphate on these materials as well as the reusability of the material were discussed. The structure of fabricated materials and the removal mechanism of phosphate on the composite material were analyzed by Scanning electron microscopy (SEM), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), X-ray diffraction (XRD), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), nitrogen adsorption-desorption analysis and zeta potential. The results show that the maximum adsorption capacity of phosphate by the composite GO/MIL-101(Fe,Cu)-2% was 204.60 mg·g− 1, which is higher than that of MIL-101(Fe,Cu) and MIL-101(Fe). likewise the specific surface area of GO/MIL-101(Fe,Cu)-2% is 778.11 m2/g is higher than that of MIL-101(Fe,Cu) and MIL-101(Fe),which are 747.75 and 510.66m2/g respectively. The adsorption mechanism of phosphate is electrostatic attraction, form coordination bonds and hydrogen bonds. The fabricated material is a promising adsorbent for the removal of phosphate with good reusability.

The Different Morphology of Co3O4 Catalysts and Application in the Abatement of Carbon Monoxide

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (12) ◽  
pp. 6082-6087
Author(s):  
Chih-Wei Tang ◽  
Hsiang-Yu Shih ◽  
Ruei-Ci Wu ◽  
Chih-Chia Wang ◽  
Chen-Bin Wang
Keyword(s):  
Carbon Monoxide ◽  
Catalytic Activity ◽  
Co Oxidation ◽  
Nitrogen Adsorption ◽  
Catalytic Performance ◽  
Precipitation Method ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Temperature Programmed ◽  
Adsorption Desorption

The increase of harmful carbon monoxide (CO) caused by incomplete combustion can affect human health even lead to suffocation. Therefore reducing the CO discharged by vehicles or factories is urgent to improve the air quality. The spinel cobalt (II, III) oxide (Co3O4) is an active catalyst for CO abatement. In this study, we tried to fabricate dispersing Co3O4 via the dispersion-precipitation method with acetic acid, formic acid, and oxalic acid as the chelating dispersants. Then, the asprepared samples were calcined at 300 ºC for 4 h to obtain active catalysts, and assigned as Co(A), Co(F) and Co(O) respectively, the amount of the dispersants used are labeled as I (0.12 mole), II (0.03 mole) and III (0.01 mole). For comparison, another CoAP sample was prepared via alkaliinduced precipitation and calcined at 300 ºC. All samples were characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD), temperature-programmed reduction (TPR), scanning electron microscope (SEM), and nitrogen adsorption/desorption system, and the catalytic activity focused on the CO oxidation. The influence of chelating dispersant on the performance of abatement of CO was pursued in this study. Apparently, the results showed that the chelating dispersant can influence the catalytic activity of CO abatement. An optimized ratio of dispersant can improve the performance, while excess dispersant lessens the surface area and catalytic performance. The series of Co(O) samples can easily donate the active oxygen since the labile Co–O bonding and indicated the preferential performance than both Co(A) and Co(F) samples. The nanorod Co(O)-II showed preferential for CO oxidation, T50 and T90 approached 96 and 127 ºC, respectively. Also, the favorable durability of Co(O)-II sample maintains 95% conversion still for 50 h at 130 ºC and does not emerge deactivation.

Deactivation Behavior of CuXCe1-XO2-X/SBA-15/Cordierite Monolithic Catalysts for Catalytic Combustion of CO

2012 ◽  
Vol 550-553 ◽  
pp. 383-387 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fu Zhen Zhao ◽  
Wen Qiang Liang ◽  
Sheng Bin Ling ◽  
Yu Qing Wu ◽  
Ai Qing Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Photoelectron Spectroscopy ◽  
Catalytic Combustion ◽  
Mesoporous Structure ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
N2 Adsorption ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Monolithic Catalysts ◽  
Adsorption Desorption

A series of CuxCe1-xO2-x/SBA-15/cordierite (x = 0-1) catalysts were prepared. The activity of the catalysts for CO combustion was evaluated. The catalysts were characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD), N2 adsorption-desorption, and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS). Deactivation behavior of the catalysts for the catalytic combustion of CO was investigated. The results show that all of the catalysts retained the SBA-15 mesoporous structure. It is proposed that deactivation of the catalysts is associated with the increase of the Cu+ and the decrease of the Cu2+ in the catalysts.

Antimony-Doped SnO2 Nanoparticles with Controlled Doping Level via Nonaqueous Sol-Gel Procedure

2013 ◽  
Vol 745-746 ◽  
pp. 685-689
Author(s):  
Jun Yan Wu ◽  
Fei Chen ◽  
Qiang Shen ◽  
Lian Meng Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Citric Acid ◽  
Photoelectron Spectroscopy ◽  
Doping Level ◽  
Sol Gel ◽  
Processing Parameter ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Adsorption Desorption ◽  
Controlled Doping

Antimony-doped tin oxide (ATO) nanoparticles with controlled doping level were prepared by a nonaqueous solution route, using alcohol as the solvent, citric acid as an agent, tin (IV) tetrachloride as tin source and antimony (III) chlorideas as antimony sources. As-synthesized samples were characterized by Thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), powder X-ray diffraction (XRD), transmission electron micrographs (TEM), N2 adsorption-desorption isotherms, and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS). The results showed that the content of citric acid was the most important processing parameter which was largely governing the reaction course and the complete incorporation of Sb. When the citric acid to metal mol ratio was 2, the particles were the highly crystallized ATO nanoparticles of about 20nm and the Sb atoms were indeed incorporated into the SnO2 crystal structure (cassiterite SnO2).

Preparation of Fe3O4/TiO2 magnetic mesoporous composites for photocatalytic degradation of organic pollutants

2017 ◽  
Vol 75 (7) ◽  
pp. 1523-1528 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hongfeng Zhang ◽  
Xiu He ◽  
Weiwei Zhao ◽  
Yu Peng ◽  
Donglan Sun ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Diffuse Reflectance ◽  
Diffuse Reflectance Spectroscopy ◽  
Sol Gel ◽  
Nitrogen Adsorption ◽  
Magnetic Composite ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Mesoporous Composites ◽  
Uv Lamp ◽  
Adsorption Desorption

Fe3O4/TiO2 magnetic mesoporous composites were synthesized through a sol-gel method with tetra-n-butyl titanate as precursor and surfactant P123 as template. The as-prepared Fe3O4/TiO2 composites were characterized by X-ray diffraction, diffuse reflectance spectroscopy, nitrogen adsorption-desorption isotherm and pore size distribution. The as-synthesized products were applied as photocatalysis for the degradation of Acid Black ATT and tannery wastewater under UV lamp irradiation. Fe3O4/TiO2-8 composites containing Fe3O4 of 8 wt% were selected as model catalysts. The optimal catalyst dosage was 3 g/L in this photocalytic system. The magnetic Fe3O4/TiO2 composites possessed good photocatalytic stability and durability. This approach may provide a platform to prepare a magnetic composite to optimize the catalytic ability.

scholarly journals Modification of TiO2 nanoparticles through lanthanum doping and peg templating

2014 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 195-202 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marija Milanovic ◽  
Ljubica Nikolic
Keyword(s):  
Anatase Phase ◽  
Sol Gel ◽  
Nitrogen Adsorption ◽  
Sem Analysis ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Average Pore ◽  
Lanthanum Doping ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Doped Titania ◽  
Adsorption Desorption

Pure and lanthanum doped titania nanopowders were synthesized through a room temperature sol-gel method using a template of polyethylene glycol (PEG). The progress of the synthesis in terms of phase formation and size of nanoparticles was monitored by X-ray diffraction, FTIR spectroscopy and SEM analysis. After calcination at 450?C in air, the results have shown the presence of small particles crystallized predominantly in the form of anatase phase, with significant agglomeration. Nitrogen adsorption-desorption measurements confirmed that all prepared powders are mesoporous with an average pore diameter in range 3.1-3.8 nm. The addition of lanthanum ions leads to the nanopowders with the highest specific surface (BET) area (203m2/g). The obtained powders were compared to TiO2 prepared without a template.

scholarly journals Synthesis, Characterization and Kinetic Behavior of Supported Cobalt Catalysts for Oxidative after-Treatment of Methane Lean Mixtures

Materials ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (19) ◽  
pp. 3174 ◽  
Author(s):  
Andoni Choya ◽  
Beatriz de Rivas ◽  
Jose Ignacio Gutiérrez-Ortiz ◽  
Juan Ramón González-Velasco ◽  
Rubén López-Fonseca
Keyword(s):  
Photoelectron Spectroscopy ◽  
Mixed Oxides ◽  
Cobalt Content ◽  
Cobalt Catalysts ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Good Thermal Stability ◽  
Supported Cobalt Catalysts ◽  
Temperature Programmed ◽  
Cobalt Species

The present work addresses the influence of the support on the catalytic behavior of Co3O4-based catalysts in the combustion of lean methane present in the exhaust gases from natural gas vehicular engines. Three different supports were selected, namely γ-alumina, magnesia and ceria and the corresponding catalysts were loaded with a nominal cobalt content of 30 wt. %. The samples were characterized by N2 physisorption, wavelength dispersive X-ray fluorescence (WDXRF), X-ray diffraction (XRD), Raman spectroscopy, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) and temperature-programmed reduction with hydrogen and methane. The performance was negatively influenced by a strong cobalt-support interaction, which in turn reduced the amount of active cobalt species as Co3O4. Hence, when alumina or magnesia supports were employed, the formation of CoAl2O4 or Co–Mg mixed oxides, respectively, with a low reducibility was evident, while ceria showed a lower affinity for deposited cobalt and this remained essentially as Co3O4. Furthermore, the observed partial insertion of Ce into the Co3O4 lattice played a beneficial role in promoting the oxygen mobility at low temperatures and consequently the catalytic activity. This catalyst also exhibited a good thermal stability while the presence of water vapor in the feedstream induced a partial inhibition, which was found to be completely reversible.

scholarly journals Visible Light Sensitive SnO2/ZnCo2O4 Material for the Photocatalytic Removal of Organic Pollutants in Water

Inorganics ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (6) ◽  
pp. 77 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hadj Benhebal ◽  
Cédric Wolfs ◽  
Samir Kadi ◽  
Rémi G. Tilkin ◽  
Boualem Allouche ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Visible Light ◽  
Organic Pollutants ◽  
Photoelectron Spectroscopy ◽  
Sol Gel ◽  
Nitrogen Adsorption ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Photocatalytic Removal ◽  
Sol Gel Process ◽  
Loading Ratio ◽  
Adsorption Desorption

In this study, pure ZnCo2O4 and SnO2/ZnCo2O4 mix photocatalysts have been synthesized by the sol-gel process with three different SnO2 loading percentages (10, 20, and 30 wt %). Their photocatalytic activities were assessed on the degradation of organic pollutants in water under visible illumination. The structural, morphological, and optical properties were analyzed by X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy, energy-dispersive X-ray (EDX), Fourier transform infrared (FTIR), nitrogen adsorption-desorption isotherms, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), and UV–Visible diffuse reflectance measurements. The results have shown that the materials are composed of a crystalline ZnCo2O4 matrix with a decrease in crystallite size with the amount of SnO2. Weakly crystalline SnO2 is also observed for loaded samples. The specific surface area is modified with the loading ratio. The evaluation of the photoactivity of the samples under visible light for the degradation of p-nitrophenol has highlighted that all materials are highly photoactive under visible light thanks to heterojunction between the two oxides. An application test has been conducted on a dye, congo red, showing the same tendencies. An optimal amount of SnO2 loading is observed for the sample containing 20 wt % of SnO2. A comparison with commercial Evonik P25 showed that the materials developed in this work have five to six times better efficiency under visible light, leading to a promising photocatalyst material.

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