Laboratory Design and Construction for Catalyst Characterization

Authors

Kenneth G. Crowther, Brigham Young University
Dr. Larry Baxter, Brigham Young University

Keywords

laboratory design, catalyst characterization, nitrogen oxide emissions, NOX

College

Ira A. Fulton College of Engineering and Technology

Department

Chemical Engineering

Abstract

In the midst of industrial development we sometimes fail to foresee problems that may arise from current, seemingly economical, methods of production. One oversight in many industries ranging from Power to Caprolactam production is nitrogen oxide (NOX) emissions that damage our bodies and limit visibility. NOX are highly reactive molecules that are responsible for the formation of ground level ozone, acid aerosols, acid rain, and photochemical smog; all which pose a threat to the health of humans and other living things. This problem, however, is finally noticed. Government legislation is going into effect that is reducing the amounts of NOX emissions. The search is now on for ways to more economically and comprehensively reduce these emissions.

Recommended Citation

Crowther, Kenneth G. and Baxter, Dr. Larry (2014) "Laboratory Design and Construction for Catalyst Characterization," Journal of Undergraduate Research: Vol. 2014: Iss. 1, Article 72.
Available at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jur/vol2014/iss1/72