Activity and selectivity of transition metal (Fe, Mo and W) carbides in the Fischer-Tropsch synthesis

Master Thesis

2007

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Patterson, Veronica A
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Van Steen, Eric
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University of Cape Town

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Department of Chemical Engineering
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Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment
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This study focused on the Fischer-Tropsch activity and selectivity of transition metal (iron, molybdenum and tungsten) carbides. The carbide catalysts were prepared by a temperature programmed method. The properties of the materials were characterised by X-ray diffraction (XRD), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), BET measurements and temperature programmed desorption of carbon monoxide (CO-TPD). The performance of the materials was tested in a Berty reactor. A reduced, precipitated iron oxide catalyst was used as a reference catalyst.
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Includes bibliographical references (leaves 99-107).

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Applied Science

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Patterson, V. 2007. Activity and selectivity of transition metal (Fe, Mo and W) carbides in the Fischer-Tropsch synthesis. University of Cape Town.

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