Abstract:
<jats:title>Abstract</jats:title><jats:p>A new theoretical and practical framework has been developed through operando study of the zeolite catalytic cracking of low‐density polyethylene (as a model reaction) under reaction conditions. Results show that microporous ZSM‐5 gives rise to less cracking products. Hierarchical ZSM‐5 zeolites are more active cracking catalysts, rendering more C<jats:sub>2</jats:sub>‐C<jats:sub>5</jats:sub> hydrocarbons, with a delayed deactivation due to the secondary porosity. This tool in combination with thermogravimetric analysis provides complementary and valuable information for the study, and design of advanced catalysts.</jats:p>
Description:
<jats:title>Abstract</jats:title><jats:p>A new theoretical and practical framework has been developed through operando study of the zeolite catalytic cracking of low‐density polyethylene (as a model reaction) under reaction conditions. Results show that microporous ZSM‐5 gives rise to less cracking products. Hierarchical ZSM‐5 zeolites are more active cracking catalysts, rendering more C<jats:sub>2</jats:sub>‐C<jats:sub>5</jats:sub> hydrocarbons, with a delayed deactivation due to the secondary porosity. This tool in combination with thermogravimetric analysis provides complementary and valuable information for the study, and design of advanced catalysts.</jats:p>