疏水性杂化分子筛的控制合成及催化应用

以乙基三乙氧基硅烷和甲基三乙氧基硅烷为有机硅源, 分别通过转动和静态干胶转化法一步合成出乙基和甲基功能化杂化分子筛并对其进行了表征. 通过对合成路线、 有机基团碳链长度、 凝胶配比等的调变, 实现了对杂化分子筛疏水性的有效调控, 合成出水接触角为124°的疏水性杂化分子筛. 以疏水性杂化分子筛为载体制备的Ru负载催化剂在催化苯酚加氢反应中表现出优异的催化性能, 这归因于疏水/亲油的催化剂表面有利于苯酚分子在催化剂表面的富集进而促进反应的进行.     

Practical conversion from torsion space to Cartesian space for in silico protein synthesis

Many applications require a method for translating a large list of bond angles and bond lengths to precise atomic Cartesian coordinates. This simple but computationally consuming task occurs ubiquitously in modeling proteins, DNA, and other polymers as well as in many other fields such as robotics. To find an optimal method, algorithms can be compared by a number of operations, speed, intrinsic numerical stability, and parallelization. We discuss five established methods for growing a protein backbone by serial chain extension from bond angles and bond lengths. We introduce the Natural Extension Reference Frame (NeRF) method developed for Rosetta's chain extension subroutine, as well as an improved implementation. In comparison to traditional two-step rotations, vector algebra, or Quaternion product algorithms, the NeRF algorithm is superior for this application: it requires 47% fewer floating point operations, demonstrates the best intrinsic numerical stability, and offers prospects for parallel processor acceleration. The NeRF formalism factors the mathematical operations of chain extension into two independent terms with orthogonal subsets of the dependent variables; the apparent irreducibility of these factors hint that the minimal operation set may have been identified. Benchmarks are made on Intel Pentium and Motorola PowerPC CPUs.     

Eco-friendly synthesis of high silica zeolite Y with choline as green and innocent structure-directing agent

Zeolite synthesis in contemporary chemical industries is predominantly conducted using organic structure-directing agents (OSDAs), which are chronically hazardous to humans and the environment. It is a growing trend to develop an eco-friendly and nuisanceless OSDA for zeolite synthesis. Herein, choline is employed as a non-toxic and green OSDA to synthesize high silica Y zeolite with SiO₂/Al₂O₃ ratios of 6.5–6.8. The prepared Y zeolite samples exhibited outstanding (hydro)thermal stability at ultrahigh temperature owing to the higher SiO₂/Al₂O₃ ratio. The XRF, SEM, ²⁹Si-NMR and ¹³Na+ results suggested that choline plays a structure-directing role in the synthesis of Y zeolite, while the feed molar fraction of Na⁺ is a crucial determinant for the framework SiO₂/Al₂O₃ ratio and the crystal morphology.     

Neue Alkalimetall‐halogenopalladate(II) mit Iodeinlagerung — Kristallstrukturen,Phasenübergänge und Spektroskopie

New Alkaline Halogenopalladates(II) with Incorporated Iodine Dumb‐Bells — Crystal Structures, Phase‐Transitions, and Vibrational Spectra Dark‐reddish crystals of Cs₂[PdBr₄]I₂, Cs₂[PdCl₄]I₂, and black crystals of Rb₂[PdBr₄]I₂ were obtained by solvothermal reaction from diluted hydrohalogenic acids and crystallize in space group I4/mmm with Z = 2. Unitcell parameters for Cs₂[PdBr₄]I₂ are a = 848.96(1) pm, c = 908.53(2) pm; Cs₂[PdCl₄]I₂ a = 814.65(2) pm, c = 899.10(1) pm and for Rb₂[PdBr₄]I₂ a = 840.9(1) pm, c = 902.3(1) pm. The compounds contain isolated [PdX₄] building units (X = Cl, Br) which are supplemented by embedded iodine dumb‐bells. Cs₂[PdBr₄]I₂ and Cs₂[PdCl₄]I₂ show reversible pressure induced phase transitions above 78 kbar and 199 kbar, respectively.     

Understanding Zeolites Catalyzed Methanol‐to‐Olefins Conversion from Theoretical Calculations

Zeolites catalyzed methanol‐to‐olefins (MTO) conversion provides an alternative process to produce light olefins such as ethene and propene from nonpetroleum resources. Despite of successful industrialization of the MTO process, its detailed reaction mechanism is not yet well understood. Here we summarize our work on the hydrocarbon pool reaction mechanism based on theoretical calculations. We proposed that the olefins themselves are likely to be the dominating hydrocarbon pool species, and the distribution of cracking precursors and diffusion constraints affect the selectivity. The similarities between aromatic‐based and olefin‐based cycles are highlighted.     

Thermodynamics of the conversion of aqueous glucose to fructose

The thermodynamics of the conversion of aqueous glucose to fructose has been investigated using both heat conduction microcalorimetry and high pressure liquid chromatography (HPLC). The reaction was carried out in both aqueous Tris/HCl buffer and in aqueous phosphate buffer in the pH range 7–8 using the enzyme glucose isomerase and the cofactors CoCl₂ and MgSO₄. The temperature range over which this reaction was investigated was 298.15–358.15 K. We have found that the enthalpy of reaction is independent of pH over the range investigated. A combined analysis of both the HPLC and microcalorimetric data leads to the following results at 298 15 K:ΔG° = 349 ± 53 J mol^-1, ΔH° = 2.78 ± 0.20 kJ mol^-1, and ΔC _p ^° = 76 ± 30 J mol^-1 K^-1. The stated uncertainties are based upon an analysis of both the random and systematic errors inherent in the measurements. Comparisons are made with literature data. The percent conversion of glucose to fructose has been calculated for the temperature range 300–373.15 K.     

高浓度体系制备ZSM-5分子筛及碱处理后甲醇制丙烯性能

在高浓度体系下,以粗孔硅胶和偏铝酸钠为原料,TPABr为模板剂,水热晶化法制备了ZSM-5分子筛,单釜产率23％.用不同浓度的氢氧化钠溶液对ZSM-5分子筛进行改性,采用XRD、FT-IR、SEM、NH3-TPD、XRF、N2物理吸附等方法对改性前后的样品进行了表征,并考察了改性后ZSM-5分子筛甲醇催化转化制丙烯(MTP)反应性能.结果表明,氢氧化钠改性未破坏分子筛的骨架结构,改性后样品的酸量、介孔孔容和BET比表面积均有增加,从而改善了催化剂的抗积碳性能和反应性能.在MTP反应中,增产丙烯的效果不明显,但表现出了更好的催化稳定性(催化剂使用寿命从85 h提升至110 h),并且有利于提高副产物汽油组分(∑C5+)的产量.     

Na3RuD7 – Synthese und Struktur

Na₃RuD₇ – Synthesis and Structure Na₃RuD₇ was synthesized by the reaction of sodium deuteride with ruthenium powder under a hydrogen pressure of 6000 bar at 900 K. X‐ray investigations on powdered samples and elastic neutron diffraction experiments led to the atomic arrangement (space group: P4₂/mnm), which is characterized by isolated [RuD₇]‐anions. The coordination polyhedron formed by the seven deuterium ligands can be described as a distorted pentagonal bipyramide.     

Liquid density of 1-pentanol at pressures up to 140 MPa and from 293.15 to 403.15 K

This work reports new density data (180 points) of 1-pentanol at twelve temperatures between 293.15 and 403.15 K, and pressures up to 140 MPa (every 10 MPa). A new Anton Paar vibrating-tube densimeter, calibrated with an uncertainty of ±0.5 kg m⁻³ was used to perform these measurements. The experimental density data were fitted with the Tait-like equation with low standard deviations. In addition, the isobaric thermal expansivity and the isothermal compressibility have been derived from the Tait-like equation.     

Liquid density of 1-butanol at pressures up to 140 MPa and from 293.15 K to 403.15 K

This work reports new density data (178 points) of 1-butanol at twelve temperatures between 293.15 and 403.15 K (every 10 K), and fifteen pressures from 0.1 up to 140 MPa (every 10 MPa). An Anton Paar vibrating tube densimeter, calibrated with an uncertainty of ±0.5 kg m⁻³ was used to perform these measurements. The experimental density data were fitted with the Tait-like equation with low standard deviations. In addition, the isobaric thermal expansivity and the isothermal compressibility have been derived from the Tait-like equation.     

New Rare‐Earth Metal Germanides RE2Ge9 (RE = Nd,Sm) by Thermal Decomposition of High‐Pressure Phases REGe5

The rare‐earth metal germanides RE₂Ge₉ (RE = Nd, Sm) have been prepared by thermal decomposition of the metastable high‐pressure phases REGe₅ at ambient pressure. The compounds adopt an orthorhombic unit cell with a = 396.34(4) pm; b = 954.05(8) pm and c = 1238.4(1) pm for Nd₂Ge₉ and a = 395.46(7) pm; b = 946.4(2) pm and c = 1232.1(3) pm for Sm₂Ge₉. Crystal structure refinements reveal space group Pmmn (No. 59) for Nd₂Ge₉. The atomic pattern resembles an ordered defect variety of the pentagermanide motif REGe₅ (RE = La; Nd, Sm, Gd, Tb) comprising corrugated germanium layers. These condense into a three‐dimensional network interconnected by eight‐coordinated germanium atoms. The resulting framework channels along [100] enclose the neodymium atoms. With respect to the atomic arrangement of the pentagermanides, half of the interlayer germanium atoms are eliminated in an ordered way so that occupied and empty germanium columns alternate along [001]. The rare‐earth metal atoms of both types of compounds, REGe₅ and RE₂Ge₉, exhibit the electronic states 4f ³ and 4f ⁵ (oxidation state +3) for neodymium and samarium, respectively, evidencing that the modification of the germanium network leaves the electron configuration of the metal atoms unaffected.     

Monitoring phase transition of aqueous biomass model substrates by high‐pressure and high‐temperature microfluidics

Aqueous‐Phase Reforming (APR) is a promising hydrogen production method, where biomass is catalytically reformed under high pressure and high temperature reaction conditions. To eventually study APR, in this paper, we report a high‐pressure and high‐temperature microfluidic platform that can withstand temperatures up to 200°C and pressures up to 30 bar. As a first step, we studied the phase transition of four typical APR biomass model solutions, consisting of 10 wt% of ethylene glycol, glycerol, xylose or xylitol in MilliQ water. After calibration of the set‐up using pure MilliQ water, a small increase in boiling point was observed for the ethylene glycol, xylitol and xylose solutions compared to pure water. Phase transition occurred through either explosive or nucleate boiling mechanisms, which was monitored in real‐time in our microfluidic device. In case of nucleate boiling, the nucleation site could be controlled by exploiting the pressure drop along the microfluidic channel. Depending on the void fraction, various multiphase flow patterns were observed simultaneously. Altogether, this study will not only help to distinguish between bubbles resulting from a phase transition and/or APR product formation, but is also important from a heat and mass transport perspective.     

Liquid density of oxygenated additives to biofuels: 2-Butanol at pressures up to 140 MPa and temperatures from (293.15 to 393.27) K

This work reports new density data (159 points) of 2-butanol at seven temperatures between (293.15 and 393.27) K and 23 pressures from (0.1 to 140) MPa (every 5 or 10 MPa). An Anton Paar vibrating tube densimeter, calibrated with an uncertainty of ±0.7 · 10⁻³ g · cm⁻³, was used to perform these measurements. The experimental density data were fitted with the Tait-like equation with low standard deviations. In addition, the isobaric thermal expansivity and the isothermal compressibility have been derived from the Tait-like equation.     

High‐Pressure Synthesis,Crystal Structure,and Properties of GdS2 with Thermodynamic Investigations in the Phase Diagram Gd–S

Gadolinium disulfide was prepared by high‐pressure synthesis at 8 GPa and 1173 K. It crystallizes in the monoclinic space group P12₁/a1 (No. 14) with lattice parameters a = 7.879(1) Å; b = 3.936(1) Å, c = 7.926(1) Å and β = 90.08(1)°. The crystal structure is a twofold superstructure of the aristotype ZrSSi and consists of puckered cationic [GdS]⁺ double slabs that are sandwiched by planar sulfur sheets containing S₂^2– dumbbells. The thermal decomposition of GdS₂ proceeds via the sulfur‐deficient polysulfides GdS_1.9, GdS_1.85 and GdS_1.77 and eventually results in the sesquisulfide Gd₂S₃. GdS₂ is a paramagnetic semiconductor which orders antiferromagnetically at T_N = 7.7(1) K. A metamagnetic transition is observed in the magnetically ordered state.     

Effect of weak base modification on ZSM‐5 catalyst for methanol to aromatics

The effect of weak base modification on the catalytic performance of ZSM‐5 catalyst for conversion of methanol to aromatics was investigated. The catalysts were characterized using X‐ray diffraction, X‐ray fluorescence, N₂ adsorption–desorption, NH₃ temperature‐programmed desorption, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy and thermogravimetry. The results showed that catalysts treated with weak base (NaHCO₃, Na₂CO₃ and NH₃⋅H₂O) exhibited a pore structure with interconnected micropores and mesopores. The existence of mesopores was beneficial for improving the diffusion of reactants and products, and the coke deposition resistance capacity of treated catalysts was enhanced greatly. Meanwhile, compared to traditional ZSM‐5 zeolite, the ratio of Brønsted to Lewis (B/L) acid sites of ZSM‐5/NH₃⋅H₂O (B/L = 7.35) zeolite slightly increased but the amount of acid sites reduced, while those of ZSM‐5/NaHCO₃ (B/L = 0.127) and ZSM‐5/Na₂CO₃ (B/L = 0.107) significantly reduced. Further, the catalyst treated with NH₃⋅H₂O solution was evaluated in the methanol to aromatics reaction and led to an enhanced aromatization reaction rate. The liquid hydrocarbons product distribution exhibited higher aromatic hydrocarbons yield (56.12%) and selectivity (40.28%) of benzene, toluene and xylene (BTX) with isoparaffin content reducing to 26.17%, which could be explained by appropriate B/L acid sites ratio, higher pore volumes and higher surface area.     

Liquid density of biofuel mixtures: 1-Heptanol + heptane system at pressures up to 140 MPa and temperatures from 298.15 K to 393.15 K

This work reports new experimental density data (954 points) for binary mixtures of 1-heptanol + heptane over the composition range (seven compositions; 0 ⩽ 1-heptanol mole fraction x ⩽ 1), between 298.15 and 393.15 K, and for 23 pressures from 0.1 MPa up to 140 MPa. An Anton Paar vibrating tube densimeter, calibrated with an uncertainty of ±0.7 kg · m⁻³ was used to perform these measurements. The experimental density data were fitted with a Tait-like equation with low standard deviations. Excess volumes have been calculated from the experimental data. In addition, the isobaric thermal expansivity and the isothermal compressibility have been derived from the Tait-like equation, provided as supplementary material.