Porous γ-Fe_(2)O_(3) nanoparticle decorated with atomically dispersed platinum: Study on atomic site structural change and gas sensor activity evolution

Decorating semi-conducting metal oxide with noble metal has been recognized as a viable approach to improve the sensitivity of gas sensor. However, conventional method which relys on noble metal nanoparticles is confronted with drawback of significantly increased cost. To maximize the atom efficiency and reduce the cost for practical industrial application, designing sensor material with noble metal isolated single atom sites (ISAS) doping is a desired option. Here, we report an atomically dispersed platinum on one-dimensional arranged porous γ-Fe2O3 nanoparticle composites as highly efficient ethanol gas sensor. The optimized sample (Pt1-Fe2O3-ox) exhibited a high response (Ra/Rg = 102.4) and good selectivity to ethanol gas. It is demonstrated only the Pt single atom sites with high valance can effectively promote the adsorption capacity to ethanol and consequently enhance the sensitivity of sensing process by changing the electrical structure of Fe2O3 support. This work indicates the single atom sites could play a vital role in improving the performance of conventional metal oxides gas sensors and pave way for the exploration of ISAS-enhanced gas sensor for other volatile organic compounds (VOCs).

Pd single-atom monolithic catalyst: Functional 3D structure and unique chemical selectivity in hydrogenation reaction

Regulating the selectivity of catalysts in selective hydrogenation reactions at the atomic level is highly desirable but remains a grand challenge. Here we report a simple and practical strategy to synthesize a monolithic single-atom catalyst(SAC) with isolated Pd atoms supported on bulk nitrogen-doped carbon foams(Pd-SAs/CNF). Moreover, we demonstrate that the single-atom Pd sites with unique electronic structure endow Pd-SAs/CNF with an isolated site effect, leading to excellent activity and selectivity in 4-nitrophenylacetylene semi-hydrogenation reaction. In addition, benefiting from the great integrity and excellent mechanical strength, monolithic Pd-SAs/CNF catalyst is easy to separate from the reaction system for conducting the subsequent recycling. The cyclic test demonstrates the excellent reusability and stability of monolithic Pd-SAs/CNF catalyst.The discovery of isolated site effect provides a new approach to design highly selective catalysts. And the development of monolithic SACs provides new opportunities to advance the practical applications of single-atom catalysts.

Wind-diesel hybrid power system integration in the south Algeria

In most isolated sites situated in south Algeria, the diesel generators are the major source of electrical energy. Indeed, the power supply of these remote regions still poses order problems （technical, economical and ecological）. The electricity produced with the help of diesel generators is very expensive and responsible for CO2 emission. These isolated sites have significant wind energy potential. Hence, the use of twinning wind-diesel is widely recommended, especially to reduce operating deficits. The objective of this paper is to study the global modeling of a hybrid system which compounds wind turbine generator, diesel generator and storage system. This model is based on the control strategy to optimize the functioning of the hybrid system and to consolidate the gains to provide proper management of energy sources （wind, diesel, battery） depending on the load curve of the proposed site. The management is controlled by a controller which ensures the opening/closing of different power switches according to meteorological conditions （wind speed, air mass, temperature, etc）.

Efficient Heterogeneous Hydroformylation over Zeolite-Encaged Isolated Rhodium Ions

Alkene hydroformylation is an extremely important industry process currently accomplished via homogeneous catalysis.Heterogeneous hydroformylation is being avidly pursued as a more economical and sustainable process.Herein,we report the construction of zeolite-encaged rhodium catalyst for efficient hydroformylation.Through a facile in situ hydrothermal strategy,isolated Rh^(δ+)(δ=2.5)can be encaged in faujasite and efficiently stabilized via interaction with framework oxygen atoms,producing a Rh@Y model catalyst with well-defined rhodium sites and coordination environment.Rh@Y exhibits high catalytic activity,perfect chemoselectivity,and recyclability in 1-hexene hydroformylation under mild reaction conditions,making it a robust heterogeneous catalyst for potential applications.A state-of-the-art turnover frequency value of 6567 molC=C/molRh/h for Rh@Y can be achieved in 1-hexene hydroformylation at 393 K,outperforming all heterogeneous catalysts and most homogeneous catalysts under comparable conditions.With the well-defined structure of Rh@Y,the detailed mechanism of alkene hydroformylation can be interpreted via theoretical calculations,and the advantages of heterogeneous hydroformylation are well explained.This work provides a promising solution toward efficient heterogeneous noble metal catalysis by encaging stable isolated ions in a zeolite matrix.