Chinese Scientists Find a Hidden Atomic Structure that Unlocks Methane

Chinese scientists find a hidden atomic structure that unlocks methane

Scientists found that a tiny atomic structure that forms on nickel oxide during methane conversion is more effective than the metallic nickel long believed to drive the reaction. The discovery allowed a low-nickel catalyst to rival one containing 10 times more metal, potentially opening the door to cheaper and more efficient industrial catalysts.

Researchers discover atomic catalyst structure for methane – Mix Vale

Researchers at the Chinese Academy of Sciences found that a transient atomic configuration on nickel oxide converts methane far more effectively than traditional metallic nickel. The configuration allows a low-metal catalyst to match formulations containing ten times more nickel. Fresh chemical pathways for industrial syngas generation Partial oxidation of methane provides chemical manufacturers with syngas, […]

Chinese Scientists Discover Hidden Atomic Structure Revealing Methane

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Lab catalyst turns methane into syngas with one-tenth the nickel

A nickel oxide surface rebuilt itself into active atomic sites, helping a 0.8% nickel catalyst convert 92% of methane with 87% syngas selectivity.