Synthesis of Hierarchical MOR-Type Zeolites with Improved Catalytic Properties

Hierarchical MOR-type zeolites were synthesized in the presence of hexadecyltrimethylammonium bromide (CTAB) as a porogen agent. XRD proved that the concentration of CTAB in the synthesis medium plays an essential role in forming pure hierarchical MOR-type material. Above a CTAB concentration of 0.04 mol·L⁻¹, amorphous materials are observed. These hierarchical mordenite possess a higher porous volume compared to its counterpart conventional micrometer crystals. Nitrogen sorption showed the presence of mesoporosity for all mordenite samples synthesized in the presence of CTAB. The creation of mesopores due to the presence of CTAB in the synthesis medium does not occur at the expense of zeolite micropores. In addition, mesoporous volume and BET surface seem to increase upon the increase of CTAB concentration in the synthesis medium. The Si/Al ratio of the zeolite framework can be increased from 5.5 to 9.1 by halving the aluminum content present in the synthesis gel. These synthesized hierarchical MOR-type zeolites possess an improved catalytic activity for n-hexane cracking compared to large zeolite crystals obtained in the absence of CTAB.     

Synthesis of Extra-Large Pore,Large Pore and Medium Pore Zeolites Using a Small Imidazolium Cation as the Organic Structure-Directing Agent

One common strategy in the search for new zeolites is the use of organic structure-directing agents (OSDA). Typically, one seeks to achieve a high specificity in the structure-directing effect of the OSDA. This study shows, however, that an OSDA lacking strong specificity towards any particular zeolite may provide opportunities for discovery when other synthesis parameters are systematically screened. Thus, 1-methyl-2-ethyl-3-n-propylimidazolium has allowed to crystallize the new large/medium pore zeolite HPM-16 as well as the recently reported extra-large pore -SYT and the medium/small pore and chiral STW . The sophisticated OSDA originally affording -SYT and the new simple OSDA have very little in common, both in terms of size, shape and flexibility, while both may still direct the synthesis of the same zeolite. In fact, molecular simulations show that the new OSDA is located in three different positions of the -SYT structure, including the discrete 8MR where the original organic could not fit.     

Use of Alkylarsonium Directing Agents for the Synthesis and Study of Zeolites

Expanding the previously known family of -onium (ammonium, phosphonium, and sulfonium) organic structure-directing agents (OSDAs) for the synthesis of zeolite MFI, a new member, the arsonium cation, is used for the first time. The new group of tetraalkylarsonium cations has allowed the synthesis of the zeolite ZSM-5 with several different chemical compositions, opening a route for the synthesis of zeolites with a new series of OSDA. Moreover, the use of As replacing N in the OSDA allows the introduction of probe atoms that facilitate the study of these molecules by powder X-ray diffraction (PXRD), solid-state nuclear magnetic resonance (MAS NMR), and X-ray absorption spectroscopy (XAS). Finally, the influence of trivalent elements such as B, Al, or Ga isomorphically replacing Si atoms in the framework structure and its interaction with the As species has been studied. The suitability of the tetraalkylarsonium cation for carrying out the crystallization of zeolites is demonstrated along with the benefit of the presence of As atoms in the occluded OSDA, which allows its advanced characterization as well as the study of its evolution during OSDA removal by thermal treatments.     

两段变温法水热合成多级孔ZSM-5分子筛及其催化裂化性能

以四丙基氢氧化铵（TPAOH）为单一模板剂,采用低温老化、高温晶化2段变温法合成出了球状多级孔ZSM-5分子筛。利用XRD、FT-IR、NH₃-TPD、SEM、TEM以及氮气吸-脱附等测试对合成样品进行了表征。结果表明：直径约为2 μm左右的球状多级孔ZSM-5分子筛颗粒内的晶间介孔和大孔主要由棒状纳米晶堆积而成的,该产品具有较大的比表面积和介孔孔容。同常规水热法一步合成的微孔ZSM-5分子筛相比,2段变温法合成的多级孔ZSM-5分子筛具有更高的B酸/L酸比例（C_BP/C_LP）、强酸/弱酸比例（C_s/Cw）以及活性位可接近性指数（ACI）。催化裂化评价结果显示,得益于活性位可接近性指数等指标的提高,球状多级孔ZSM-5分子筛比常规合成的微孔ZSM-5分子筛具有更高的转化率和丙烯收率等优异的催化性能。     

Hierarchical Zeolites-confined Metal Catalysts and Their Enhanced Catalytic Performances

The confinement of metal species within hierarchical zeolites combines the acidic/basic sites of zeolites, the enhanced mass transfer of mesoporous system, and the inside active metal sites, leading to high activity, unique selectivity, and superior stability in chemicals synthesis, energy and environment catalysis. To date, review on this emerging topic is rarely reported. Herein, we classify five metals-hierarchical zeolites composite (metal@hierarchical zeolites) according to the location of metals on hierarchical structure, including metals located on micropores, intercrystalline mesopores, intracrystalline mesopores, hollow nanobox and mesoporous shells. The synthesis and catalysis applications of metal@hierarchical zeolites composite are provided, highlighting the rational design of catalyst preparation, the improved catalytic efficiency and stability of metal species. Finally, we discuss the current limitations and future opportunities for this emerging field. This Review is expected to inspire more developments and applications of metal@hierarchical zeolites.     

Use of Flexible Diquaternary Structure-directing Agents in Zeolite Synthesis: Discovery of Zeolites TNU-9 and TNU-10 and Their Catalytic Properties

This review summarizes our recent work on zeolite syntheses in the presence of linear diquaternary alkylammonium ions, with the object of controlling the conformations of these flexible, hydrophilic organic structure-directing agents by varying the type and concentration of inorganic components in synthesis mixtures. After describing how we have been concerned about the search for novel zeolite structures through this synthetic strategy, we discuss the cooperative structure-directing effects of 1,4-bis(N-methylpyrrolidinium)butane and specific levels of Na⁺ ions and lattice negative charges introduced by Al substitution on the crystallization of new medium-pore zeolites TNU-9 and TNU-10. The physicochemical and catalytic properties of these two materials are also outlined.     

Methods for Preparing Hierarchical Zeolites by Chemical Etching and Their Catalytic Applications: A Review

Zeolites are widely used in petrochemical processes and refineries due to their well-ordered microporous network and large surface area. However, the diffusion of reactants and products is hampered by the narrow microporous channels, causing limitations. To overcome this challenge, modifying the pore structure is crucial, and the chemical etching technique is a powerful tool that introduces mesopores and macropores, consequently enhancing mass transfer and accessibility. Diverse chemical etching methods have been invented, including exposure to both acids (organic/inorganic acids), alkali (organic/inorganic alkali), and neutral etchants (e. g., ammonium fluoride). This review summarizes and assesses the chemical etching methods and their relevance to catalytic cracking reactions, methanol to hydrocarbons (MTH), and biomass conversion. The potential of zeolites with modified pore structures has motivated researchers to develop novel methods to tackle the practical challenges associated with their applications.     

Direct Synthesis of Nano‐Ferrierite along the 10‐Ring‐Channel Direction Boosts Their Catalytic Behavior

Ferrierite zeolites with nanosized crystals and external surface areas higher than 250 m² g^?1 have been prepared at relatively low synthesis temperature (120 °C) by means of the collaborative effect of two organic structure directing agents (OSDA). In this way, hierarchical porosity is achieved without the use of post‐synthesis treatments that usually involve leaching of T atoms and solid loss. Adjusting the synthesis conditions it is possible to decrease the crystallite size in the directions of the 8‐ and 10‐ring channels, [010] and [001] respectively, reducing their average pore length to 10–30 nm and increasing the number of pores accessible. The small crystal size of the nano‐ferrierites results in an improved accessibility of reactants to the catalytic active centers and enhanced product diffusion, leading to higher conversion and selectivity with lower deactivation rates for the oligomerization of 1‐pentene into longer‐chain olefins.     

Micron-Sized Zeolite Beta Single Crystals Featuring Intracrystal Interconnected Ordered Macro-Meso-Microporosity Displaying Superior Catalytic Performance

Zeolite Beta single crystals with intracrystalline hierarchical porosity at macro-, meso-, and micro-length scales can effectively overcome the diffusion limitations in the conversion of bulky molecules. However, the construction of large zeolite Beta single crystals with such porosity is a challenge. We report herein the synthesis of hierarchically ordered macro-mesoporous single-crystalline zeolite Beta (OMMS-Beta) with a rare micron-scale crystal size by an in situ bottom-up confined zeolite crystallization strategy. The fully interconnected intracrystalline macro-meso-microporous hierarchy and the micron-sized single-crystalline nature of OMMS-Beta lead to improved accessibility to active sites and outstanding (hydro)thermal stability. Higher catalytic performances in gas-phase and liquid-phase acid-catalyzed reactions involving bulky molecules are obtained compared to commercial Beta and nanosized Beta zeolites. The strategy has been extended to the synthesis of other zeolitic materials, including ZSM-5, TS-1, and SAPO-34.     

Y沸石和多级孔Y沸石封装CuPhen配合物催化性能的比较

选用常规Y沸石和经后处理法制备的多级孔Y沸石为主体,采用自由配体法将铜菲咯啉(CuPhen)配合物封装在不同Y沸石中,制备了CuPhen/Y复合催化材料。采用X射线衍射、TEM、紫外-可见光谱、N_2吸附-脱附、ICP和TG等手段对所制备复合催化材料的物化性质进行了较为详细的表征,并对封装在不同Y沸石主体中的铜配合物在不同尺寸大小反应底物中的催化氧化性能进行了比较研究。结果表明,在以双氧水为氧化剂的反应体系中,封装于多级孔Y沸石中的铜配合物在不同环烷烃氧化反应中的催化活性均高于封装在常规Y沸石中的催化活性,体现出多级孔Y沸石更为优越的主体性能。此外,同封装于常规Y沸石中的铜配合物一样,封装在多级孔Y沸石主体中的金属配合物催化剂也具有良好的稳定性。     

形貌、晶粒大小不同的ZSM-5分子筛的表征及催化性能的研究

对3种不同形貌、晶粒大小的ZSM—5分子筛催化剂进行了表征和催化性能的研究．用XRD、SEM和NH3—TPD等方法对ZSM—5分子筛进行表征，结果表明小品粒分子筛的结晶度优于大晶粒分子筛，其酸性随着晶粒的减小而增强．对于MTG反应，ZSM—5分子筛酸性、晶粒大小和晶体形貌等因素对其催化活性产生显著影响．小晶粒的ZSM—5分子筛更有利于C5 和C9 的生成，而大晶粒的ZSM—5分子筛对对二甲苯的选择性高．TG结果表明ZSM—5分子筛上积炭覆盖酸性中心是导致催化失活的主要因素．     

二维沸石及其在大分子催化转化领域的研究进展

与三维结构沸石不同,二维沸石由于其更开放的孔道结构、更大的比表面积、更易暴露的酸性位点,在大分子和扩散限制催化领域显示了特殊优势。通过各种合成和后处理方法,能够调控二维沸石及其衍生材料的孔道种类、大小与分布,从而适用于不同的催化过程。本文综述了近年来二维沸石的合成与应用进展。     

A Dipeptide-Based Hierarchical Nanoarchitecture with Enhanced Catalytic Activity

Achieving synthetic architectures with simple structures and robust biomimetic catalytic activities remains a great challenge. Herein, we explore a facile supramolecular assembly approach to construct a dipeptide-based hierarchical nanoarchitecture with enhanced enzyme-like catalytic activity. In this nanoarchitecture, nanospheres are put in a chain-like arrangement through coordination-driven directional self-assembly. The reversible transformation of anisotropic nanochains to isotropic nanospheres switches biomimetic activity. Notably, the assembled nanoarchitecture exhibits a high enzyme-like activity and remarkable long-term stability to promote hydroquinone oxidation, superior to the natural counterpart. This work will pave the way to develop reversible and reusable supramolecular biocatalysts with ordered hierarchical structures for accelerating chemical transformations.     

AlSi-ZSM-48沸石分子筛的合成及其催化性能

 考察了以廉价的1，6－己二胺为模板剂合成AlSi－ZSM－48沸石分子筛的条件及其在醚化碳四烯烃裂解生成丙烯和乙烯反应中的催化性能．结果表明，合成体系的碱度和盐类的加入对AlSi－ZSM－48沸石的合成影响极大，n（OH－）／n（Si）大于0．15时得不到AlSi－ZSM－48沸石，盐类如NaF和NaCl等的加入会抑制AlSi－ZSM－48的生成，而更利于ZSM－5等杂晶的产生．在醚化碳四烯烃的裂解反应中，AlSi－ZSM－48表现出优越的催化性能，可以得到高收率的丙烯和乙烯，两种烯烃的总收率可达40％以上     

H-MCM-22和H-MCM-36分子筛对苯与异丙醇烷基化反应的催化性能

由同一前驱体合成了H-MCM-22和H-MCM-36分子筛.采用X射线衍射、N2吸附、程序升温脱附和红外光谱等方法,结合不同的表面后处理手段,研究了分子筛的结构和表面酸性.结果表明,H-MCM-22的B酸中心主要分布在内表面,H-MCM-36的B酸中心主要分布在外表面.H-MCM-36的总B酸量小于H-MCM-22,但其外表面B酸量相对较大.在苯与异丙醇的烷基化反应中,两个分子筛都表现出较为优异的催化性能.与H-MCM-22相比,H-MCM-36具有更高的反应活性和稳定性,对主产物异丙苯具有更好的选择性.结合各种表征结果表明,两个分子筛的外表面B酸中心是苯与异丙醇烷基化反应的主要活性中心.     

Bioinspired Thermoresponsive Photonic Polymers with Hierarchical Structures and Their Unique Properties

Thermoresponsive photonic materials having hierarchical structures are created by combining a template of Morpho butterfly wings with poly(N‐isopropylacrylamide) (PNIPAM) through a chemical bonding and polymerization route. These materials show temperature‐induced color tunability. Through reacting with both NIPAM monomers and the amino groups of chitosan in wing scales, glutaraldehyde workes as a bridge by creating chemical bonding between the biotemplate and the PNIPAM. The corresponding reflection peaks red‐shift with increase in temperature—an opposite phenomenon to previous studies, demonstrating a thermoresponsive photonic property. This unique phenomenon is caused by the refractive index change due to the volume change of PNIPAM during the temperature rising. This work sets up an efficient strategy for the fabrication of stimuli‐responsive photonic materials with hierarchical structures toward extensive applications in science and technology.

     

Macroporous Polymers with Hierarchical Pore Structure from Emulsion Templates Stabilised by Both Particles and Surfactants

Inspired by natural porous materials, such as wood, bamboo and spongy bone consisting of individual structural units that are hierarchically arranged to optimise mechanical properties such as strength and toughness, synthetic macroporous polymers with enhanced physical properties were created by emulsion templating. Hierarchical poly(merised) high internal phase emulsions (HIPE) were created from HIPEs stabilised simultaneously by particles and a surfactant. In these HIPEs, surfactant stabilised and particle stabilised water droplets coexist, which upon polymerisation of the minority oil phase gives rise to macroporous polymers with a hierarchical pore structure. An improvement of the mechanical properties of our hierarchically structured macroporous polymers at equal porosity was observed, due to a more efficient packing of pores in a configuration that improves mechanical strength despite the presence of interconnecting pore throats. Moreover, the permeability of the hierarchically structured polyHIPEs are exceeding those measured for conventional polyHIPEs made from surfactant only stabilised HIPEs.

     

FSM-16系列改性中孔分子筛的制备及其对2-甲基吲哚和环己烯-2-酮的Michael加成催化作用

以十六烷基三甲基溴化铵（CTMAB）为模板剂,制备了改性中孔分子筛Zr-FSM-16、Al-FSM-16和Zr-Al-FSM-16,并用XRD、SEM、IR及BET等技术手段对分子筛进行表征。 在无溶剂条件下,考察了它们对2-甲基吲哚与环己烯-2-酮的Michael加成反应合成药物中间体3-（2-甲基-1H-吲哚-3-基）环己酮的催化活性。 实验结果表明,Al、Zr掺杂进入分子筛骨架中,导致分子筛孔道变大,而骨架结构没有明显改变;Al、Zr掺杂改性的FSM-16分子筛催化剂活性有了较大提高,其中Zr-FSM-16分子筛催化剂表现出较好的活性。 在催化剂用量7.5%、2-甲-基吲哚与环己烯-2-酮的摩尔比1.0∶1.1、反应温度80 ℃、反应时间120 min的较优条件下,2-甲基吲哚转化率达到75.4%。     

Facile Synthesis of Hierarchical Hollow CoP@C Composites with Superior Performance for Sodium and Potassium Storage

Hierarchical hollow CoP and carbon composites were obtained through a facile synthetic method, where carbonization and phosphorization of the precursor were completed within one single step. The composites are composed of hollow CoP@C spheres, which are further made up of CoP nanoparticles with a thin outer carbon layer. Electrochemical performances of the prepared CoP@C composites as anodes for sodium and potassium storage were evaluated and compared. In situ TEM, in situ synchrotron XRD, and DFT calculations were conducted to study the structural evolution and the interaction between Na/K and CoP during cycling processes. Benefiting from the synergistic effect of conductive carbon layer and hierarchical hollow structure, the as‐prepared CoP@C composites demonstrate superior sodium and potassium storage capability as anode materials for rechargeable batteries.