Mechanistic insights on Ru nanoparticle <i>in situ</i> formation during hydrodeoxygenation of lignin-derived substances to hydrocarbons
E. R. Naranov, Alexey A. Sadovnikov, О. В. Арапова, Aram L. Bugaev, Oleg Usoltsev, Д. Н. Горбунов, Vincenzo Russo, Dmitry Yu. Murzin, A. L. Maximov
Abstract
We present the quantitative conversion of guaiacol and diphenyl ether to cyclohexane over supported RuO 2 catalyst. In situ reduction of the RuO 2 species occurs simultaneously with the hydrogenation process, contributing to higher catalytic activity.
Topics & Concepts
HydrodeoxygenationGuaiacolCatalysisLigninCyclohexaneIn situChemistryNanoparticleOrganic chemistryChemical engineeringSelectivityMaterials scienceNanotechnologyEngineeringCatalysis and Hydrodesulfurization StudiesCatalysis for Biomass ConversionCatalysts for Methane Reforming