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Ammonia Synthesis at Low Pressure
Published on: August 23, 2017
Exploration of Multidimensional Structural Optimization and Regulation Mechanisms: Catalysts and Reaction
Kaibin Chu1, Bo Weng2,3, Zhaorui Lu1
1School of Materials Science and Engineering, Linyi University, Linyi, 276000, P. R. China.
Abstract:
Ammonia (NH3) is esteemed for its attributes as a carbon-neutral fuel and hydrogen storage material, due to its high energy density, abundant hydrogen content, and notably higher liquefaction temperature in comparison to hydrogen gas. The primary method for the synthetic generation of NH3 is the Haber-Bosch process, involving rigorous conditions and resulting in significant global energy consumption and carbon dioxide emissions. To tackle energy and environmental challenges, the exploration of innovative green and sustainable technologies for NH3 synthesis is imperative. Rapid advances in electrochemical technology have created fresh prospects for researchers in the realm of environmentally friendly NH3 synthesis. Nevertheless, the intricate intermediate products and sluggish kinetics in the reactions impede the progress of green electrochemical NH3 synthesis (EAS) technologies. To improve the activity and selectivity of the EAS, which encompasses the electrocatalytic reduction of nitrogen gas, nitrate, and nitric oxide, numerous electrocatalysts and design strategies have been meticulously investigated. Here, this review primarily delves into recent progress and obstacles in EAS pathways, examining methods to boost the yield rate and current efficiency of NH3 synthesis via multidimensional structural optimization, while also exploring the challenges and outlook for EAS.
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