Catalytic evaluation of cellulose pyrolysis by using nanosized metal oxide catalysts

In this study, effects of TiO$_{2}$ and ZnO nanometal oxides on cellulose pyrolysis have been investigated. Both catalysts synthesized via hydrothermal method characterized by using different techniques. Catalytic catalyst-free experiments were carried out so as to identify the catalytic abilities nanoparticles. Catalyst-free at 500, 600, 700 °C in order determine optimal condition for it was found °C. Optimum catalyst ratio 5% (w/w) both catalysts. GC-MS micro-GC analyses conducted examine properties nanoparticles illuminate content pyrolytic oil gaseous products. Results showed that maximum gas yield observed presence TiO$_{2}$. Maximum activity char significantly decreased each experiment specified temperatures, compared experiments. catalyzed dehydration decarbonylation reactions increased amount furan derivatives, especially furanic aldehydes.