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Title: Polyethylenimine Applications in Carbon Dioxide Capture and Separation: From Theoretical Study to Experimental Work

Journal Article · · Energy Technology
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  1. University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA (United States); DOE/OSTI
  2. Prairie View A & M Univ., Prairie View, TX (United States)
  3. University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA (United States)

Solid absorbents made with polyethylenimine (PEI), which is loaded on different porous substrates, are promising for postcombustion carbon dioxide capture. Herein, theoretical studies of polyamine applications, including PEI for carbon dioxide capture, are reviewed and the development of experimental work on carbon dioxide capture by using PEI summarized. The mechanisms of carbon dioxide capture are discussed at different reaction sites of the polyamines, such as primary, secondary, and tertiary amine groups. Experimental achievements in carbon dioxide capture are investigated by the incorporation of PEI with different support materials, such as mesoporous silica; nanotubes; membranes; and other materials, such as alumina, zeolite, resin, metal–organic frameworks, and glass fibers, through impregnation, grafting, and synthesis. The excellent carbon dioxide capture capacity and great stability of PEI-impregnated nanomaterials highlight PEI as one of the greatest candidates for carbon dioxide capture from flue gas or air.

Research Organization:
Prairie View A & M Univ., Prairie View, TX (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE Office of Fossil Energy (FE)
Grant/Contract Number:
FE0023040
OSTI ID:
1533170
Alternate ID(s):
OSTI ID: 1400617
Journal Information:
Energy Technology, Journal Name: Energy Technology Journal Issue: 6 Vol. 5; ISSN 2194-4288
Publisher:
WileyCopyright Statement
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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