Several types of software applications are used in the field of catalysis, including:
- Molecular Modeling and Simulation Software: Tools such as Gaussian and VASP enable the simulation of molecular structures and reactions. - Kinetic Modeling Software: Programs like COPASI and GProms help in modeling the kinetics of catalytic reactions. - Process Simulation Software: Tools such as Aspen Plus and COMSOL Multiphysics are used for simulating entire processes involving catalysts. - Data Analysis and Visualization Software: Applications like MATLAB and Python libraries (e.g., NumPy, SciPy) are used for analyzing and visualizing experimental data.