What are the Limitations of Accelerated Aging Tests?
While accelerated aging tests are valuable, they have limitations:
- Extrapolation: Conditions may not perfectly replicate real-world environments, leading to inaccurate predictions. - Over-acceleration: Excessive acceleration can introduce artifacts not relevant to normal operation. - Complexity: Deactivation mechanisms can be complex and interdependent, making it challenging to isolate specific factors.
Despite these limitations, accelerated aging tests remain a powerful tool for catalyst development and optimization.
