Theoretical analysis of the conversion mechanism of acetylene to ethylidyne on Pt(111)

The conversion of acetylene to ethylidyne on Pt(111) has been comprehensively investigated using self-consistent periodic density functional theory. Geometries and energies for all of the intermediates involved as well as the conversion mechanism were analyzed. On Pt(111), the carbon atoms in the majority of stable C(2)H(x) (x = 1-4) intermediates prefer saturated sp(3) configurations with the missing H atoms substituted by the adjacent metal atoms. The most favorable conversion pathway for acetylene to ethylidyne is via a three-step reaction mechanism, acetylene → vinyl → vinylidene → ethylidyne. The first step, acetylene → vinyl, depends on the availability of surface H atoms: without preadsorbed H the reaction occurs via the initial disproportionation of acetylene, which resulted in adsorbed vinyl; with an abundance of preadsorbed H, acetylene could transform to vinyl via both the disproportionation and hydrogenation reactions. Conversions through initial dehydrogenation of acetylene and isomerizations of acetylene and vinyl are unfavorable due to high energy barriers along the relevant pathways. The conversion rate involving vinylidene as an intermediate is at least 100 times larger than that involving ethylidene.     

Effect of the Nature of Coke-Forming Species on the Crystallographic Characteristics and Catalytic Properties of Metal–Filamentous Carbon Catalysts in the Selective Hydrogenation of 1,3-Butadiene

The particle morphology and surface structure of nickel metal in metal–filamentous carbon catalysts were found to depend on the nature of coke-forming species used in the synthesis of catalysts. Metal carbonization with hydrocarbons that are characterized by high thermodynamic stability results in the formation of well-cut metal particles the surface of which is formed by (110) facets. Selective hydrogenation reactions of diene and acetylene hydrocarbons to olefins are typical of these catalysts. In the catalytic decomposition of hydrocarbons with relatively low thermodynamic stability, metal particles become irregular in shape, and their surface is formed by (111) facets. In this case, the reactions of full hydrogenation of olefin, diene, and acetylene hydrocarbons to corresponding alkanes take place. These data are consistent with the found dependence of the catalytic properties of catalysts on the character of the exterior faceting of active metal particles.     

Adsorption Mechanism of Acetylene Hydrogenation

First‐principles calculations are carried out to examine the adsorption of acetylene over the Pd (111) surface. A hydrogen adsorption system is initially investigated to confirm the reliability of the selected calculation method. Adsorption energies, Mulliken‐populations, overlap populations, charge density, and projected density of states (PDOS) are then calculated in the optimised acetylene adsorption system. Results show that C₂H₂ molecule tends to adsorb through the threefold parallel‐bridge configuration that is computed to be the most stable. In this structure, the distance of the C? H bond is calculated to be 1.09 Å, and the C‐C‐H bond angle is 128°. The distance of the C? C bond in acetylene is 1.36 Å, increasing from 1.21 Å in the gas phase. Moreover, the C? C bond overlap population decreases from 1.98 to 1.38, revealing that the carbon configuration in C₂H₂ rehybridises from sp to sp² and beyond. The obtained results are compared with available experimental studies on acetylene hydrogenation on single‐metal surfaces. The PDOS study indicates that a carbonaceous layer may generate on the metal surface during acetylene adsorption. The carbonaceous layer can affect the adsorption and reaction of acetylene, thereby inactivating the metal surface. Our experiments also show that Pd exhibits high catalytic activity.     

Separation of Acetylene from Carbon Dioxide and Ethylene by a Water‐Stable Microporous Metal–Organic Framework with Aligned Imidazolium Groups inside the Channels

Separation of acetylene from carbon dioxide and ethylene is challenging in view of their similar sizes and physical properties. Metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) in general are strong candidates for these separations owing to the presence of functional pore surfaces that can selectively capture a specific target molecule. Here, we report a novel 3D microporous cationic framework named JCM‐1 . This structure possesses imidazolium functional groups on the pore surfaces and pyrazolate as a metal binding group, which is well known to form strong metal‐to‐ligand bonds. The selective sorption of acetylene over carbon dioxide and ethylene in JCM‐1 was successfully demonstrated by equilibrium gas adsorption analysis as well as dynamic breakthrough measurement. Furthermore, its excellent hydrolytic stability makes the separation processes highly recyclable without a substantial loss in acetylene uptake capacity.     

Coupling of carbon monoxide molecules over oxygen-defected UO2(111) single crystal and thin film surfaces

While coupling reactions of carbon-containing compounds are numerous in organometallic chemistry, they are very rare on well-defined solid surfaces. In this work we show that the reductive coupling of two molecules of carbon monoxide to C2 compounds (acetylene and ethylene) could be achieved on oxygen-defected UO2(111) single crystal and thin film surfaces. This result allows in situ electron spectroscopic investigation of a typical organometallic reaction such as carbon coupling and extends it to heterogeneous catalysis and solids. By using high-resolution photoelectron spectroscopy (HRXPS) it was possible to track the changes in surface states of the U and O atoms as well as identify the intermediate of the reaction. Upon CO adsorption U cations in low oxidation states are oxidized to U4+ ions; this was accompanied by an increase of the O-to-U surface ratios. The HRXPS C 1s lines show the presence of adsorbed species assigned to diolate species (-OCH=CHO-) that are most likely the reaction intermediate in the coupling of two CO molecules to acetylene and ethylene.     

Low-temperature synthesis of amorphous carbon nanocoils via acetylene coupling on copper nanocrystal surfaces at 468 K: a reaction mechanism analysis

A new type of amorphous helical carbon nanofibers has been synthesized using copper nanocatalysts and an acetylene gas source at atmospheric pressure. The nanofibers are grown at 468 K, which is the lowest temperature by ordinary metal-catalyzed thermal chemical vapor deposition of hydrocarbon, and exhibit a symmetric growth mode in the form of twin helices. IR, XRD, Raman, and C/H molar ratio analyses reveal a polymer-like structure with a weak trans-polyacetylene feature. The nanofibers are a mixture of solid polymers and a small amount of carbon. A reaction mechanism has been proposed on the basis of the previous studies of acetylene adsorption, desorption properties, and surface reactions on copper (111), (110), and (001) planes under ultrahigh-vacuum (UHV) conditions as well as the results obtained in our study. The reaction mechanism of acetylene on copper single-crystal surfaces under UHV conditions indeed reflects the reaction mechanism under practical catalytic conditions at atmospheric pressure. The nanofibers grow mainly via acetylene coupling to solid polymers on copper nanocrystal surfaces. Acetylene also couples to yield small amounts of liquid oligomers and gaseous products, and undergoes slight carbon deposition during the fiber growth.     

Electrochemical functionalization of carbon surfaces by aromatic azide or alkyne molecules: a versatile platform for click chemistry

The electrochemical reduction of phenylazide or phenylacetylene diazonium salts leads to the grafting of azido or ethynyl groups onto the surface of carbon electrodes. In the presence of copper(I) catalyst, these azide- or alkyne-modified surfaces react efficiently and rapidly with compounds bearing an acetylene or azide function, thus forming a covalent 1,2,3-triazole linkage by means of click chemistry. This was illustrated with the surface coupling of ferrocenes functionalized with an ethynyl or azido group and the biomolecule biotin terminated by an acetylene group.     

The Submicrodetermination of Carbon and Hydrogen in organic Compounds by A Gas-Chromatographic Method

Abstract

Preliminary studies on the development of a method for the determination of carbon and hydrogen in 50–100 μg samples of organic compounds are described. The sample is burned over copper oxide in a helium stream and the water formed is converted to acetylene. Separation of CO₂ and acetylene on a silica gel column is followed by combustion of acetylene to carbon dioxide; the two peaks remain separate and are measured by a highly sensitive katharometer.     

The submicro determination of carbon,hydrogen and nitrogen by a gas-chromatographic method

A method for the determination of carbon, hydrogen and nitrogen in organic samples weighing 40–80 μg is described. The sample is decomposed conventionally in a helium stream and the water formed is converted to acetylene. Nitrogen, carbon dioxide and acetylene are then separated on a silica-gel column, and the acetylene is burned to carbon dioxide by passage through copper oxide at 900° because the acetylene peak itself is not easily measured. Water from the second combustion is removed on silica gel and the three peaks emerging are measured by means of a micro thermistor cell. The standard deviations obtained for acetanilide are 0.31% for carbon, 0.28% for hydrogen and 0.11% for nitrogen. Results for other compounds are given and the parameters relevant to precision are discussed.     

Molecular Mechanisms behind Acetylene Adsorption and Selectivity in Functional Porous Materials

Since its first industrial production in 1890s, acetylene has played a vital role in manufacturing a wide spectrum of materials. Although current methods and infrastructures for various segments of acetylene industries are well-established, with emerging functional porous materials that enabled desired selectivity toward target molecules, it is of timely interest to develop new efficient technologies to promote safer acetylene processes with a higher energy efficiency and lower carbon footprint. In this Minireview, we, from the perspective of materials chemistry, review state-of-the-art examples of advanced porous materials, namely metal–organic frameworks and decorated zeolites, that have been applied to the purification and storage of acetylene. We also discuss the challenges on the roadmap of translational research in the development of new solid sorbent-based separation technologies and highlight areas which require future research efforts.     

Low‐Temperature Growth of Carbon Nanotubes Catalyzed by Sodium‐Based Ingredients

Synthesis of low‐dimensional carbon nanomaterials such as carbon nanotubes (CNTs) is a key driver for achieving advances in energy storage, computing, and multifunctional composites, among other applications. Here, we report high‐yield thermal chemical vapor deposition (CVD) synthesis of CNTs catalyzed by reagent‐grade common sodium‐containing compounds, including NaCl, NaHCO₃, Na₂CO₃, and NaOH, found in table salt, baking soda, and detergents, respectively. Coupled with an oxidative dehydrogenation reaction to crack acetylene at reduced temperatures, Na‐based nanoparticles have been observed to catalyze CNT growth at temperatures below 400 °C. Ex situ and in situ transmission electron microscopy (TEM) reveal unique CNT morphologies and growth characteristics, including a vaporizing Na catalyst phenomenon that we leverage to create CNTs without residual catalyst particles for applications that require metal‐free CNTs. Na is shown to synthesize CNTs on numerous substrates, and as the first alkali group metal catalyst demonstrated for CNT growth, holds great promise for expanding the understanding of nanocarbon synthesis.     

Catalysts based on filamentous carbon in the hydrogenation of aromatic compounds

In order to extend the area of application of the base catalytic system metal-filamentous carbon, the catalytic properties of Ni-filamentous carbon catalysts have been tested in the hydrogenation of aromatic compounds (benzene, benzyl cyanide, benzophenone, and nitrobenzene). The selectivity of the catalysts depends on the outer faceting of the active metal particles. The benzene ring is hydrogenated on the (111) face of the metal nanoparticles, whereas the selective hydrogenation of functional groups in substituted aromatic compounds occurs on the surface of active component nanoparticles in which the (111) face is blocked.     

Cu Single-Atom Catalysts for High-Selectivity Electrocatalytic Acetylene Semihydrogenation

The site isolation strategy has been employed in thermal catalytic acetylene semihydrogenation to inhibit overhydrogenation and C−C coupling. However, there is a dearth of analogous investigations in electrocatalytic systems. In this work, density functional theory (DFT) simulations demonstrate that isolated Cu metal sites have higher energy barriers on overhydrogenation and C−C coupling. Following this result, we develop Cu single-atom catalysts highly dispersed on nitrogen-doped carbon matrix, which exhibit high ethylene selectivity (>80 % Faradaic efficiency for ethylene, <1 % Faradaic efficiency for C₄, and no ethane) at high concentrations of acetylene. The superior performance observed in the electrocatalytic selective hydrogenation of acetylene can be attributed to the weak adsorption of ethylene intermediates and highly energy barriers on C−C coupling at isolated sites, as confirmed by both DFT calculations and experimental results. This study provides a comprehensive understanding of the isolated sites inhibiting the side reactions of electrocatalytic acetylene semihydrogenation.     

新型偶氮苯金属配合物的合成与性能

合成了新型偶氮苯金属配合物。分别采用光谱分析、热分析及X射线衍射测试技术对产物进行了表征和测试。结果表明,连接偶氮苯和金属配合物之间碳链的长度对该化合物的相转变和荧光特性具有特殊的影响。该系列化合物在紫外光和热作用下具有99%以上的偶氮苯顺-反异构化反应效率;具有290和560 nm这2个波段的荧光发射光谱。由其中1个金属配合物分散在聚甲基丙烯酸甲酯网络而形成的介质可作为全息信息存储材料而实现全息图像的写入和读出。     

新型偶氮苯金属液晶化合物的合成与性能研究

合成了新型偶氮苯金属配合物。 分别采用光谱分析、热分析及X射线衍射测试技术对样品进行了表征。结果表明,连接偶氮苯和金属配合物之间碳链的长度对该化合物的相转变和荧光特性具有特殊的影响。 该系列化合物在紫外光和热作用下具有99%以上的偶氮苯顺-反异构化反应效率;具有290和560 nm这2个波段荧光发射光谱。由其中一个金属液晶化合物分散在聚甲基丙烯酸甲酯网络而形成的介质可作为全息信息存储材料而实现全息图像的写入和读出。     

Three characteristic reactions of organocobalt compounds in organic synthesis

Organocobalt compounds in organic synthesis have three characteristic reactions. The first occurs because cobalt has a high affinity to carbon–carbon π‐bonds or carbon–nitrogen π‐bonds. The second occurs because cobalt has a high affinity to carbonyl groups. The third is due to cobalt easily tending to form square‐planar bipyramidal six‐coordination structures with four nitrogen atoms or two nitrogen atoms and two oxygen atoms at the square‐planar position, and to bond with one or two carbon atoms at the axial position. The first characteristic reactions are the representative reactions of organocobalt compounds with a mutually bridged bond between the two π‐bonds of acetylene and the cobalt–cobalt bond of hexacarbonyldicobalt. These are reactions with a Co₂(CO)₆ protecting group to reactive acetylene bond, the Nicholas reactions, the Pauson–Khand reactions ([2 + 2 + 1] cyclizations), [2 + 2 + 2] cyclizations, etc. These reactions are applied for the syntheses of many kinds of pharmaceutically useful compounds. The second reactions are carbonylations that have been used or developed as industrial processes such as hydroformylation for the manufacture of isononylaldehyde, and carbonylation for the production of phenylacetic acid from benzyl chloride. The third reactions are those reactions with the B₁₂‐type catalysts, and they have recently been used in organic syntheses and are utilized as catalysts for stereoselective syntheses. These reactions have been used as new applications for organic syntheses. Copyright © 2007 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.     

含异原子石墨炔基电极材料的研究进展

碳材料具有价格低廉、 易制备、 环境友好、 导电性高、 比表面积大以及适合离子存储和迁移等优点, 已成为目前应用于电化学储能器件电极的重要材料之一. 石墨炔(GDY)是一种新型的二维碳同素异形体, 由sp²碳杂化形式的苯环和sp碳杂化形式的炔键构成. 这种独特的化学结构一方面保持了碳材料良好的导电特性, 另一方面形成了新颖的离子传输通道, 为碳材料带来了不同的离子传输和存储特性. 与此同时, 由于石墨炔的空间结构可调性, 可以通过引入异原子微调石墨炔电子结构, 拓展石墨炔在电极材料领域的应用. 本文重点对近几年异原子杂化石墨炔基电极材料在锂离子电池、 钠离子电池、 金属硫电池、 电容器、 金属空气电池和电极保护等储能领域的研究工作进行总结, 并对未来石墨炔类材料在储能领域的发展进行了展望.     

Carbon nanostructures as hydrogen sorbent for anode of a chemical power cell

Carbon nanofibers with a porous structure and a specific surface area of 300– 475 m² g¹ were synthesized by pyrolysis of acetylene on iron-containing catalysts. The possibility of using the carbon nanostructures synthesized as hydrogen sorbents to replace hydride-forming metal alloys in chemical power cells was analyzed.Translated from Zhurnal Prikladnoi Khimii, Vol. 77, No. 12, 2004, pp. 1980–1984.Original Russian Text Copyright © 2004 by Danilov, Melezhik.     

纳米粒子在乙炔聚合反应中的催化作用

纳米粒子在乙炔聚合反应中的催化作用王彦妮，张志琨，崔作林（青岛化工学院纳米材料研究所，青岛２６６０４２）关键词纳米粒子，乙炔，聚合反应，催化作用纳米粒子具有较大的比表面积，因而具有传统材料所没有的独特的光、电、磁等性能．对纳米粒子的研究始于６０年代．...     

Synthesis of SBA-15/carbon composite with an ink-bottle-like pore structure by a novel pulse CVD technique

A novel and easy post modification method, pulse chemical vapor deposition (pulse CVD), was developed to tailor the pore-opening of SBA-15 while largely keeping its surface area and pore volume. By using acetylene as carbon precursor and nitrogen as carrier gas, the pore-mouth of SBA-15 was effectively reduced from 8.1 nm to 5.1 nm within 5 min while maintaining the pore body at 8.1 nm. This ink-bottle-structured SBA-15/carbon composite only losses 12% BET specific surface area and 16% total pore volume, respectively. The SBA-15/carbon composite is highly hexagonally ordered and has similar particle morphology as the original SBA-15. The effect of three pore modification factors—the number of cycles of pulse CVD, the ratio of acetylene/nitrogen and the feeding time of carbon precursor, on the final pore structure of the SBA-15/carbon composite is also studied.