Advanced monometallic and bimetallic catalysts for energy efficient propylene production via propane dehydrogenation pathways–A review

作者：Bilal Fareed, Farooq Sher, Fatima Zafar, Imane Ziani, Bohong Wang, Rabia Fatima, Alexander Chupin, Emina Boškailo, Muhammad Kashif Iqbal Khan, Mariam Ameen · 发表于：Applied Energy · 年份：2025 · DOI：10.1016/j.apenergy.2025.126285 · 被引用次数：17 · 研究领域：Catalysis and Oxidation Reactions、Catalytic Processes in Materials Science、Zeolite Catalysis and Synthesis

The production of numerous industrial products, including synthetic rubber, paints, coatings, and plastics, depends heavily on propylene. Interest in creative, effective propylene manufacturing is sparked by rising demand. Direct dehydrogenation of propane is a method for generating only propylene while avoiding byproducts. Pt and CrO x catalysts are used in the key petroleum process of C 3 H 8 to C 3 H 6 dehydrogenation. However, they are expensive and ineffective for selecting propylene. Research focuses on new catalysts and supports to increase selectivity, stability, and activity. Exploring single and bimetal catalysts and different supports improves the dehydrogenation process. This review paper summarises recent developments and fundamental principles behind the propane dehydrogenation (PDH) process. The emphasis is on modern technology, catalyst improvements, and novel chemical approaches to manage catalytic structures and avoid deactivation. An in-depth analysis of active sites, reaction pathways, and deactivation mechanisms involving various metals, bimetals, and supports have been discussed in detail. This review highlights emerging trends in catalyst design focused on reducing activation energy barriers and enhancing selectivity for propylene in propane dehydrogenation (PDH). High paraffin conversion requires temperatures between 550–750 °C and low partial pressures, which, while thermodynamically favourable, pose significant challenges. These harsh conditions can ...