What are the Implications of Knudsen Flow in Catalyst Design?
In catalyst design, the presence of Knudsen flow can influence several factors including diffusion rates, reaction rates, and overall effectiveness. Pores that are too small may restrict gas flow, thus reducing the efficiency of the catalyst. Conversely, optimizing pore sizes to facilitate Knudsen flow can improve mass transport and enhance catalytic activity. Porous materials with well-defined pore sizes are often engineered to take advantage of this flow regime.
