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CATALYSTS
Volume 13, Issue 4, Pages -Publisher
MDPI
DOI: 10.3390/catal13040719
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photocatalysis; thermal catalysis; non-oxidative coupling of methane; ethane; hydrogen
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Methane, as a raw material for the C1 chemical industry, is difficult to convert into more useful hydrocarbons and hydrogen due to thermodynamic limitations. Non-oxidative coupling of methane to produce ethane and hydrogen is a promising supply technology. Progress has been made in designing and applying catalysts, such as thermal and photocatalysts, for this technology. This review outlines typical catalysts, reviews the progress in understanding reaction mechanisms, and presents suggestions for the development of high-selectivity and high-stability catalysts in the future.
Methane is the fundamental raw material of the C1 chemical industry, with abundant reserves. Its direct conversion into high-value-added chemicals has great scientific significance and broad commercial potential for the efficient use of methane resources. However, it is difficult to convert methane into more useful hydrocarbons and hydrogen, as the reaction usually requires external energy to overcome thermodynamic limitations. Non-oxidative coupling of methane to produce ethane and hydrogen is a promising supply technology. Catalysts which can be adapted to various energy sources are key to this technology. In recent years, considerable progress has been made in the design and application of these thermal and photocatalysts. This review outlines some typical catalysts, and reviews the progress in the understanding of reaction mechanisms. Finally, suggestions for the development of high-selectivity and high-stability catalysts for the future are presented.
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