Why Are Anti-Fouling Membranes Important in Catalysis?
In catalytic processes, maintaining high efficiency and selectivity is paramount. Anti-fouling membranes help achieve this by ensuring that the active sites on catalysts remain accessible and functional. This is particularly important in heterogeneous catalysis, where the interaction between the reactants and the catalyst surface is critical. Fouling can block these active sites, reduce catalytic activity, and ultimately lead to increased operational costs due to more frequent cleaning or replacement of membranes.
