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Potential of Monolithic Reactors in Catalysis; Multiphase Applications

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  15 February 2011

Jacob A. Moulijn
Affiliation:
Industrial Catalysis, Delft University of Technology, Julianalaan 136, 2628 BL Delft, The Netherlands
Freek Kapteijn
Affiliation:
Industrial Catalysis, Delft University of Technology, Julianalaan 136, 2628 BL Delft, The Netherlands
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Abstract

Several aspects of the application of monolithic catalysts in multiphase reactions are highlighted: why, hydrodynamics and preparation. A bright future for monolithic systems in this area is predicted for application in chemical industry.

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Research Article
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Copyright © Materials Research Society 1999

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