Uniting 3D printing and photo-thermal catalysis to achieve CO2 hydrogenation over cordierite monolithic catalysts

Key Points

• The aim is to combine 3D printing technology with photo-thermal catalysis to improve CO2 hydrogenation processes.
• Developed cordierite monolithic catalysts using 3D printing techniques.
• Applied photo-thermal catalytic methods for CO2 hydrogenation.
• Analyzed the efficiency of different catalyst designs under various conditions.
• Photo-thermal catalysts significantly reduce CO2 concentration.
• 3D printed cordierite catalysts demonstrated improved reaction rates.
• Optimal catalyst geometry enhanced hydrogenation efficiency.