Unlocking the Potential of Acetylene Semihydrogenation with a New Catalyst
Scientists have recently made a breakthrough in electrocatalytic semihydrogenation of acetylene, an important industrial reaction. A new nanocatalyst has been developed which can convert acetylene more efficiently and at lower temperatures than ever before. This new catalyst is made from a combination of palladium and tin, and researchers have found that even at very low temperatures, it is able to produce a high yield of semihydrogenation products. This catalyst could revolutionize the industrial production of acetylene, making it cheaper and faster to produce.
source: Phys.org