Abstract
This thesis presents a detailed investigation into the reaction performance characteristics of non-oxidative coupling of methane using the Fe©SiO2 catalyst. Natural gas, consisting
for 75-99 vol% of methane (CH4), is seen as a high potential substitute for crude oil in the synthesis of light olefins (ethylene and propylene) and aromatics (benzene, toluene and
xylene). Current industrial processes converting natural gas to olefins and aromatics consist of multiple conversion steps starting with methane steam reforming to obtain syngas. For this reason, these processes tend to be energy intensive and require large installed capacity to become economically viable.
for 75-99 vol% of methane (CH4), is seen as a high potential substitute for crude oil in the synthesis of light olefins (ethylene and propylene) and aromatics (benzene, toluene and
xylene). Current industrial processes converting natural gas to olefins and aromatics consist of multiple conversion steps starting with methane steam reforming to obtain syngas. For this reason, these processes tend to be energy intensive and require large installed capacity to become economically viable.
| Original language | English |
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| Qualification | Doctor of Philosophy |
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| Award date | 3 Dec 2021 |
| Place of Publication | Enschede |
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| Print ISBNs | 978-90-365-5295-0 |
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| Publication status | Published - 3 Dec 2021 |