Substituted Mixed Oxide Catalysts For Soot

Substituted Mixed Oxide Catalysts for Soot is a comprehensive guide to the study and application of catalysts in the field of combustion, specifically for the reduction of soot emissions from diesel engines. The book covers a wide range of topics including the chemistry and physics of soot, the role of catalysts in soot reduction, and the various techniques used to synthesize, characterize, and test substituted mixed oxide catalysts.

 

The book provides a detailed discussion on the characteristics of soot, particulate matter, and carbon black, as well as their impact on air pollution and environmental remediation. The author also focuses on the properties of substituted mixed oxide catalysts, including their nanostructure, porosity, surface area, and chemical composition, and how these properties affect their catalytic performance.

 

Various techniques used to synthesize, characterize, and test substituted mixed oxide catalysts are discussed in detail, including X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, transmission electron microscopy, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy, and thermal analysis. The author also highlights the importance of metal doping and metal-support interaction, as well as the redox and acid-base properties of substituted mixed oxide catalysts, and how they can be used to improve catalytic performance.

 

The book further explores the application of these catalysts in heterogeneous and homogeneous catalysis, fuel processing, biomass conversion, renewable energy, and industrial applications such as automotive exhaust emissions. The author also discusses the sustainability, energy efficiency, and green chemistry aspects of catalysts, and provides an overview of catalyst deactivation and regeneration techniques.

 

Overall, Substituted Mixed Oxide Catalysts for Soot provides a comprehensive and up-to-date resource for researchers, engineers, and students interested in the design, development, and application of substituted mixed oxide catalysts for soot reduction and environmental remediation.