The development of reusable templates involves several steps:
1. Design and Synthesis: The first step is to design a template with the desired properties, such as pore size, surface area, and chemical stability. This often involves synthesis techniques like sol-gel processes, hydrothermal synthesis, or electrospinning. 2. Functionalization: To make the template suitable for catalysis, it often needs to be functionalized with active sites. This can be achieved through chemical modification, impregnation, or coating with catalytic materials. 3. Characterization: Once the template is prepared, it must be thoroughly characterized using techniques like X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and Brunauer-Emmett-Teller (BET) surface area analysis to ensure it meets the desired specifications.
