Synthesis of Acetone-Derived C6, C9, and C12Carbon Scaffolds for Chemical and Fuel Applications

Cameron M. Moore, Rhodri W. Jenkins, Michael T. Janicke, William L. Kubic, Evgueni Polikarpov, Troy A. Semelsberger, Andrew D. Sutton

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Abstract

A simple, inexpensive catalyst system (Amberlyst 15 and Ni/SiO2–Al2O3) is described for the upgrading of acetone to a range of chemicals and potential fuels. Stepwise hydrodeoxygenation of the produced ketones can yield branched alcohols, alkenes, and alkanes. An analysis of these products is provided, which demonstrates that this approach can provide a product profile of valuable bioproducts and potential biofuels.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)3382-3386
Number of pages5
JournalChemSusChem
Volume9
Issue number24
DOIs
StatePublished - Dec 20 2016
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • biofuels
  • bioproducts
  • catalysis
  • condensation
  • hydrodeoxygenation

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