Advancement in utilization of magnetic catalysts for production of sustainable biofuels
Yutao Zhang, Yutao Zhang, Weihua Li, Jialu Wang, Jiaxing Jin, Yixi Zhang, Yixi Zhang, Jingsong Cheng, Qiuyun Zhang
Abstract
In this study, we summarize recent advances in the synthesis of magnetic catalysts utilized for biodiesel production, particularly focusing on the physicochemical properties, activity, and reusability of magnetic mixed metal oxides, supported magnetic catalysts, ionic acid-functionalized magnetic catalysts, heteropolyacid-based magnetic catalysts, and metal-organic framework-based magnetic catalysts. The prevailing reaction conditions in the production of biodiesel are also discussed. Lastly, the current limitations and challenges for future research needs in the magnetic catalyst field are presented.
Topics & Concepts
CatalysisBiodiesel productionReusabilityBiodieselBiofuelMaterials scienceProduction (economics)Ionic liquidMagnetic fieldChemical engineeringNanotechnologyChemistryWaste managementOrganic chemistryComputer scienceEngineeringPhysicsProgramming languageSoftwareMacroeconomicsEconomicsQuantum mechanicsCatalysis and Hydrodesulfurization StudiesBiodiesel Production and ApplicationsPolyoxometalates: Synthesis and Applications