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Polyolefin plastic waste hydroconversion to fuels, lubricants, and waxes: a comparative study

Pavel A. Kots, Brandon C. Vance, Dionisios G. Vlachos

2021Reaction Chemistry & Engineering134 citationsDOIOpen Access PDF

Abstract

A direct comparison of the recent advancements in the hydrogenolysis and hydrocracking of polyolefins is lacking. This perspective aims to address this gap while providing insights from model alkane studies to guide future research.

Topics & Concepts

PolyolefinHydrogenolysisWaxPlastic wasteCrackingWaste managementPolymer scienceMaterials scienceEnvironmental scienceOrganic chemistryChemistryEngineeringCatalysisLayer (electronics)Polymer crystallization and propertiesMicroplastics and Plastic PollutionRecycling and Waste Management Techniques