ERC Synergy SCOPE

Research

ERC Synergy SCOPE (Surface-COnfined fast-modulated Plasma for process and Energy intensification in small molecules conversion), grant 810182, further info at this link

Start date 1 April 2019; End date 31 March 2026

Host institution

UNIVERSITA DEGLI STUDI DI MESSINA

Beneficiaries

A few selected results achieved.

Wiley ISBN: 9781394283019

Title: Plasma-Assisted Nitrogen Fixation for Sustainable Process Industries

Author: Nguyen Van Duc Long, Volker Hessel, Annemie Bogaerts, Gabriele Centi, and Evgeny Rebrov

Bridging the gap between chemistry, physics, and engineering, Plasma-Assisted Nitrogen Fixation for Sustainable Process Industries provides in-depth insights into plasma-assisted nitrogen fixation, plasma technology, plasma reactors, and ammonia and NOx production, covering fundamental principles, advanced topics, economic viability, and emerging trends. Real-world applications and case studies are included throughout to elucidate key concepts and help readers put theory into practice in order to increase efficiency, sustainability, and industrial resilience.

Plasma-Assisted Nitrogen Fixation for Sustainable Process Industries discusses:

Reactor designs and industrial feasibility, including decentralized production to make nitrogen fixation accessible to remote areas and smaller-scale operations
The Haber-Bosch process and its limitations and alternatives and plasma generation, ionization, and applications
Plasma-assisted NOx synthesis with a focus on reaction pathways, energy efficiency, and the role of catalysts
Cutting-edge innovations such as microplasma technology, plasma-liquid interactions for nitrogen fixation, and plasma-electrochemistry for nitrate-to-ammonia conversion
Plasma-based fertilizer applications and analytical methods in plasma diagnostics as a tool to enable innovation

Plasma-Assisted Nitrogen Fixation for Sustainable Process Industries is an essential reference on the subject for engineers, plant managers, and decision-makers seeking to optimize their ammonia and NOx manufacturing processes.