What are Some Applications of Hierarchically Porous Catalysts?
Hierarchically porous catalysts find applications in a wide range of catalytic processes:
Petroleum Refining: Catalysts with hierarchical porosity are used in hydrocracking and fluid catalytic cracking to improve the conversion of heavy oil fractions into valuable products. Environmental Catalysis: These materials are employed in the catalytic reduction of pollutants, such as in automobile exhaust treatment and industrial waste gas purification. Biomass Conversion: Hierarchically porous materials are used in the conversion of biomass to biofuels and biochemicals, offering high efficiency and selectivity. Electrocatalysis: They are also used in fuel cells and batteries, where efficient mass transport and high surface area are crucial for performance.
