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Optimization of Heterogeneous-Catalyst Structure: Simulations and Experiments with Fractal and Non-Fractal Systems

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Optimal Structures in Heterogeneous Reaction Systems

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We explore the effects that the geometric details of heterogeneous catalysts have on their performance, in order to suggest guide-lines for the design of catalysts with optimal structures. The following geometric parameters are investigated: (a) The (fractal and non-fractal) distribution pattern of surface active sites; (b) the particle size of the catalyst; (c) the surface fractal dimension; (d) the average pore size.

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    D. Avnir, O. Citri, D. Farin, M. Ottolenghi, J. Samuel & A. Seri-Levy

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Avnir, D., Citri, O., Farin, D., Ottolenghi, M., Samuel, J., Seri-Levy, A. (1989). Optimization of Heterogeneous-Catalyst Structure: Simulations and Experiments with Fractal and Non-Fractal Systems. In: Plath, P.J. (eds) Optimal Structures in Heterogeneous Reaction Systems. Springer Series in Synergetics, vol 44. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-83899-6_3

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