Liquid phase oxidation chemistry in continuous-flow microreactors. (23rd July 2015)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Gemoets, Hannes P. L.; Su, Yuanhai; Shang, Minjing; Hessel, Volker; Luque, Rafael; Noël, Timothy
• Is Part Of: Chemical Society reviews. Volume 45:Number 1(2016:Jan.)
• Page Start: 83
• Page End: 117
• Publication Date: 2015-07-23
• Subjects: Chemistry -- Periodicals; 540
• DOI: 10.1039/c5cs00447k
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0306-0012

Abstract

Abstract : This review gives an exhaustive overview of the engineering principles, safety aspects and chemistry associated with liquid phase oxidation in continuous-flow microreactors. Abstract : Continuous-flow liquid phase oxidation chemistry in microreactors receives a lot of attention as the reactor provides enhanced heat and mass transfer characteristics, safe use of hazardous oxidants, high interfacial areas, and scale-up potential. In this review, an up-to-date overview of both technological and chemical aspects of liquid phase oxidation chemistry in continuous-flow microreactors is given. A description of mass and heat transfer phenomena is provided and fundamental principles are deduced which can be used to make a judicious choice for a suitable reactor. In addition, the safety aspects of continuous-flow technology are discussed. Next, oxidation chemistry in flow is discussed, including the use of oxygen, hydrogen peroxide, ozone and other oxidants in flow. Finally, the scale-up potential for continuous-flow reactors is described.