Synthesis and catalytic application of ceria nanoparticles and ceria-SiC composites
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Abstract
The synthesis of ceria nanoparticles using an inverse microemulsion technique and precipitation method was investigated. Ceria nanoparticles were synthesized by adding diluted ammonia to a microemulsion consisting of n-heptane, Marlophen NP5 and cerium nitrate. The micelle and particle size were adjustable in the range of 5-12nm by varying the molar ratio of water to surfactant and analyzed by dynamic light scattering (DLS), small angle X-ray scattering (SAXS) and high-resolution transmission electron microscopy (HRTEM). After isolation through precipitation, the nanoparticles were subsequently treated at 100-600 °C. The catalytic activity of particles annealed at 400 and 600 °C were tested in soot combustion reactions and characterized by temperature-programmed oxidation (TPO) indicating a size-dependant activity. To prevent the nanoparticles from aggregation, the microemulsion technique was adopted to integrate the nanoparticles homogeneously into a mesoporous SiC matrix through the use of a preceramic polymer. The obtained composite material was also tested in soot combustion reactions.
Details
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Catalytic Materials for Energy, Green Processes and Nanotechnology |
Pages | 209-213 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Publication status | Published - 2010 |
Peer-reviewed | Yes |
Publication series
Series | Materials Research Society Symposium Proceedings |
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Volume | 1217 |
ISSN | 0272-9172 |
Conference
Title | 2009 MRS Fall Meeting |
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Duration | 30 November - 3 December 2009 |
City | Boston, MA |
Country | United States of America |