Dry and steam reforming of methane. Comparison and analysis of recently investigated catalytic materials. A short review.

Summa, Paulina; Samojeden, Bogdan; Motak, Monika

doi:10.2478/pjct-2019-0017

Abstract

In order to produce valuable syngas, industrial processes of dry reforming of methane and steam reforming of methane must be further developed. This paper is focused on reviewing recently examined catalysts, supporting the mentioned technologies. In both processes the most popular active material choice is usually nickel, due to its good availability. On the other hand, noble metals, such as ruthenium, rhodium or platinum, provide better performance, however the solution is not cost-effective. Materials used as a support influence the catalytic activity. Oxides with basic properties, such as MgO, Al₂O₃, CeO₂, are frequently used as carriers. One of the most promising materials for reforming of methane technologies are hydrotalcites, due to adjustable composition, acid-base properties and possibility of incorporation of various metals and complexes.

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Dry and steam reforming of methane. Comparison and analysis of recently investigated catalytic materials. A short review.

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