Leveraging Nanocrystal HKUST-1 in Mixed-Matrix Membranes for Ethylene/Ethane Separation

The energy-intensive ethylene/ethane separation process is a key challenge to the petrochemical industry. HKUST-1, a metal–organic framework (MOF) which possesses high accessible surface area and porosity, is utilized in mixed-matrix membrane fabrication to investigate its potential for improving th...

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Main Authors: Chong Yang Chuah, S.A.S.C. Samarasinghe, Wen Li, Kunli Goh, Tae-Hyun Bae
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-04-01
Series:Membranes
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0375/10/4/74