Strategies for the Direct Catalytic Valorization of Methane Using Heterogeneous Catalysis

Challenges and Opportunities

Journal article (2016)

Authors

A. Szécsényi Eindhoven University of Technology,
Emiel J.M. Hensen Eindhoven University of Technology
Javier Ruiz-Martinez AkzoNobel, Universiteit Utrecht
E Pidko Eindhoven University of Technology
Heterogeneous catalysis Reaction mechanism Alkane functionalization C-H bond activation Methane activation Methane valorization Radical rebound mechanism
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Published Date

2016

Language

English

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Abstract

In this Perspective, we highlight the main challenges to be addressed in the development of heterogeneous catalysts for the direct functionalization of methane. Along with our personal view on current developments in this field, we outline the main mechanistic, engineering, and catalyst design issues that have hampered implementation of new technologies and highlight possible paths to overcome these problems.