What Technologies and Methods Does SUNCAT Utilize?
SUNCAT employs a variety of advanced technologies and methods to conduct its research. These include:
Density Functional Theory (DFT): A quantum mechanical method used to investigate the electronic structure of materials. X-ray Spectroscopy: Techniques such as X-ray absorption spectroscopy (XAS) and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) to analyze the chemical state of catalysts. High-throughput Experimentation: Rapid screening of numerous catalyst candidates to identify promising materials. Surface Science Techniques: Methods such as scanning tunneling microscopy (STM) and atomic force microscopy (AFM) to study surface properties at the atomic scale. Machine Learning: Applying artificial intelligence to predict catalyst performance and optimize design.
