The Relation of Ni/ZnO Nano Structures With Properties of Reactive Adsorption Desulfurization

Abstract

Ni/ZnO nano-sorbent systems have been extensively used in the reactive adsorption desulfurization (RADS) of gasoline steams, especially in China, to meet the more rigorous regulation on the sulfur content. The apparent advantage of RADS is that most of the olefins are kept in the product with low consumption of hydrogen and little loss of octane. The authors discussed in this chapter the relation of catalytic properties with components and structures of Ni/ZnO sorbent. Based on detailed characterization and reaction results, they revealed the dynamic change of Ni/ZnO sorbents during RADS, the mechanisms of desulfurization, and the sulfur transfer and sulfur adsorption. Apart from the RADS of Ni/ZnO nano-sorbent for cleaner gasoline production, they also presented other potential applications.