Understanding catalytic processes at the atomic level is essential for the development of new and improved catalysts. Traditional techniques often provide only static information, which can miss transient species and intermediates that are crucial for the reaction mechanism. TRXAS, however, can capture these fleeting states, offering insights into:
- Reaction Mechanisms: By identifying intermediates and their transformations, TRXAS helps in mapping out the reaction pathway. - Active Sites: Determining the structure and oxidation state of active sites under operating conditions. - Deactivation: Understanding how and why catalysts deactivate over time, which is vital for improving their longevity.
