Applications of neutron scattering to heterogeneous catalysis

High-resolution heteronuclear correlation NMR spectroscopy; applications to heterogeneous catalysis

We describe the catalytic applications of new solid-state NMR experiments, which provide high-resolution two-dimensional heteronuclear correlation (HETCOR) spectra using through-space and through-bond interactions between nuclear spins. These methods are applied to several microporous framework aluminophosphates and to a new type of ZSM-5-based petrochemical catalysts. Solid-state nuclear magne...

Introduction to Neutron Scattering

Introduction to Neutron Scattering

Neutron scattering is a powerful and direct means for investigating the vibrational, magnetic, and structural properties of materials. In this paper, I will present a brief introduction to neutron scattering. I will discuss why neutrons are important, how and where you get neutrons, and types of neutron scattering. This paper is meant as brief introduction into an interesting field of science t...

The applications of Mössbauer Spectroscopy in heterogeneous catalysis research

2014 The importance of Mössbauer Spectroscopy in heterogeneous catalysis research is increasing, since more and more catalysts are complex finely dispersed solids, sufficient characterization cannot be achieved easily with more conventional methods. After summarizing the special features of Mössbauer Spectroscopy of solid catalysts, we show and discuss some examples of its use in identifying ca...

A Review of Aerogel Applications in Adsorption and Catalysis

Aerogels are a special class of porous material, which have excellent physicochemical properties such as low density, high porosity, high surface area and adjustable surface chemistry. Aerogels were first prepared several decades ago, but never truly commercialized due to their high cost. Technological advancements in the production and quality of different types of aerogel cut costs down and m...