Catalysis and Thermal Analysis
Revolutionizing Clean Combustion with Advanced Analytical Tools
In the quest for sustainable energy solutions, clean combustion technology stands out as a beacon of hope. This groundbreaking approach not only aims to significantly reduce harmful emissions but also enhances energy efficiency across numerous sectors. As we stride towards greener practices, the spotlight shines on the indispensable role of sophisticated analytical instruments in monitoring,…
Read MoreUsing TGA-MS to Explore Novel Hydrogen Carriers for Fuel Cells
Hydrogen (H2) production is pivotal in the global shift towards a net-zero carbon economy. Its elemental abundance and zero-emission combustion position it as an ideal renewable energy source. However, the journey to harness hydrogen’s full potential is fraught with challenges, particularly in storage and transportation. Researching viable hydrogen carriers is critical, as conventional methods grapple…
Read MoreExploring the Crucial Role of Hydrogen in Steels
Hydrogen’s unique behavior in metals, particularly in steels, plays a pivotal role in various scientific and industrial applications. Notably, hydrogen’s influence on phenomena like hydrogen embrittlement and tritium retention in fusion reactor wall tiles underscores the necessity for accurate and sensitive detection and analysis methods. To cater to this need, Hiden Analytical presents the advanced…
Read MoreCatalyst Characterization Techniques
The characterization of catalysts involves a knowledge of the physical properties of the catalyst as well as an understanding of structure-reactivity or selectivity relationships during the catalytic process. This is achieved by combining spectroscopic characterization with mass spectrometry to determine catalytic activity and selectivity. This article will outline some of the techniques used for catalyst…
Read MoreAn Introduction to Catalysis & Thermal Analysis
This article serves to outline the range of applications of thermal analysis techniques that are used to study catalysis. Thermal analysis techniques are useful for studying catalysts and understanding surface species because they can be used to activate, characterize, and test catalysts. Some of the primary thermal analysis techniques for characterizing catalysis are temperature-programmed desorption…
Read MoreCatalysis 101: Understanding Chemisorption
Chemical adsorption, also known as chemisorption, is the process that results from a chemical bond between adsorbate molecules and particular surface locations on a material. These locations are known as active sites. This article will outline the process of chemisorption and its relationship to catalysis. An Overview of Catalysis Catalysis refers to the process in…
Read MoreImportant Areas of Research in Heterogeneous Catalysis
Heterogeneous catalysis refers to a wide range of catalytic solids and industrial processes for producing chemicals, materials, and fuels. Because of its broad nature, academic and industrial research in heterogeneous catalysis can be based on anything from the atomic scale to large-scale industrial catalytic reactors. It also encompasses different timescales from fast bond making and…
Read MoreCoupling Mass Spectrometry with Thermal Analysis: The Benefits
What is a Mass Spectrometer? A mass spectrometer is an analytical tool that is used to identify one or more molecules or fragments of molecules in a sample by the sorting of gaseous ions according to their mass-to-charge ratio. Usually, mass spectrometers are used for identifying known compounds whose molecular weights are known, however, they…
Read MoreNext Generation Automotive Catalysts for Greener Roads
Each year, the number of vehicles on the road increases. However, society’s desire for more sustainable and environmentally friendly options is also growing. Most people are aware of the impact of air pollution and the contribution from cars and trucks is a growing concern for consumers. Automotive catalysts were one of the first means of…
Read MoreCharacterizing Catalysts with Operando Spectroscopy
Operando spectroscopy is a critical tool in the field of catalysis. It takes its name from the Latin word for “working” as it covers spectroscopic analyzes of catalytic reactions under working conditions. This differs from standard spectroscopic methods by combining spectroscopy of the catalyst under working conditions with on-line reaction monitoring. By combining these methods,…
Read MoreHydrogen in Steel Measurements with the UHV-TPD Workstation
Determination of hydrogen bound in steel is a vital factor in developing new steel types for ever more demanding applications. Temperature Programmed Desorption (TPD), also known as Thermal Desorption Spectrometry (TDS) or Thermal Desorption Analysis (TDA) is a well-established technique for analyzing the hydrogen content in such samples. Analysis by TPD involves positioning the sample…
Read MoreWhat is TPR?
Temperature programmed reduction (TPR) is a material characterization process commonly used in catalysis characterization and screening to examine the surface chemistry of metals and metal oxides under varying thermal conditions. TPR-enabled mass spectrometry equipment can acquire quantitative and qualitative data relating to the reducing gas mixtures that flow across and interact with metallic samples. This…
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