Petroleum Science and Technology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 1 - 18
Published: Nov. 21, 2024
This
review
emphasizes
the
distinctive
function
of
nanoparticle
catalysts
in
improving
efficiency
and
sustainability
biodiesel
synthesis.
The
application
nanoparticles,
especially
metal
oxides
magnetic
solid
catalysts,
provides
substantial
enhancements
catalytic
activity,
selectivity,
resistance
to
saponification
relative
traditional
catalysts.
Biodiesel,
derived
from
renewable
sources,
including
recycled
oils,
animal
fats,
plant
serves
as
a
sustainable
substitute
for
fossil
fuels.
Nonetheless,
conventional
employed
production
have
difficulties
such
waste
formation
elevated
expenses.
paper
examines
progress
that
exhibit
enhanced
surface
area
efficiency,
rendering
them
more
useful
synthesis
processes.
Furthermore,
it
addresses
linked
expenses
catalyst
recycling
processes
while
providing
perspectives
on
viability
cost-effective
methods.
work's
originality
is
rooted
its
thorough
examination
recent
advancements
nano-catalyst
design
application,
highlighting
creation
sustainable,
efficient,
economical
techniques.
enhances
current
literature
by
exploring
potential
nano-catalysts
transform
promote
transition
energy
alternatives.
Nanomaterials,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
15(4), P. 256 - 256
Published: Feb. 8, 2025
This
review
explores
the
recent
advancements
in
catalyst
technology
for
hydrogen
production,
emphasizing
role
of
catalysts
efficient
and
sustainable
generation.
involves
a
comprehensive
analysis
various
materials,
including
noble
metals,
transition
carbon-based
nanomaterials,
metal–organic
frameworks,
along
with
their
mechanisms
performance
outcomes.
Major
findings
reveal
that
while
metal
catalysts,
such
as
platinum
iridium,
exhibit
exceptional
activity,
high
cost
scarcity
necessitate
exploration
alternative
materials.
Transition
single-atom
have
emerged
promising
substitutes,
demonstrating
potential
enhancing
catalytic
efficiency
stability.
These
underscore
importance
interdisciplinary
approaches
to
design,
which
can
lead
scalable
economically
viable
production
systems.
The
concludes
ongoing
research
should
focus
on
addressing
challenges
related
stability,
scalability,
integration
renewable
energy
sources,
paving
way
economy.
By
fostering
innovation
development,
this
work
aims
contribute
towards
cleaner
solutions
more
resilient
future.
Catalysts,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14(11), P. 771 - 771
Published: Oct. 31, 2024
Nano
metal
oxides
(NMOs),
with
their
unique
physico-chemical
properties
and
low
toxicity,
have
become
a
focus
of
research
in
heterogeneous
catalysis.
Their
distinct
characteristics,
which
can
be
tailored
based
on
size
structure,
make
them
highly
efficient
catalysts.
NMOs
the
potential
to
significantly
contribute
degradation
numerous
environmental
pollutants
through
photolytic
decomposition.
This
work
comprehensively
analyzes
synthesis,
catalytic
performance,
applications
photocatalytically
active
oxides,
specifically
titanium,
zinc,
copper,
iron,
silver,
tin,
tungsten
oxides.
The
primary
objective
is
demonstrate
how
effectiveness
photocatalytic
processes
enhanced
optimized
by
incorporating
metals,
non-metals,
metalloids
into
structure
forming
heterostructures.
Furthermore,
aim
understand
underlying
process
oxidation
thoroughly.
Photocatalysis,
promising
approach
advanced
processes,
has
garnered
significant
interest
these
fields.
