What are the Challenges in Optimizing Operating Conditions?
Complexity of Reactions: Many catalytic reactions involve multiple steps and intermediates, making it challenging to pinpoint optimal conditions.
Scale-Up Issues: Conditions optimized at a laboratory scale may not directly translate to industrial scales due to differences in heat and mass transfer.
Catalyst Deactivation: Over time, catalysts can lose their activity due to fouling, sintering, or poisoning. Continuous monitoring and adjustment of operating conditions are necessary to maintain optimal performance.
