A novel approach for the production of chemically activated carbon fibers

The direct chemical activation of pitch-based stabilized carbon fibers (uncarbonized) with a conventional activating agent (KOH) has been studied for the first time. Unlike the traditional activation method, this shorter route merges the carbonization and activation steps into one simple thermal treatment. It also requires up to a 70% less activating agent for a given porous structure, which can reach values of SBET>1700m2g-1. In addition, the overall yield of the activation process is increased. The advantages obtained open up the way to a novel environmentally friendly industrial method of preparing activated carbon fibers.

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Main Authors: Díez Nogués, Noel, Álvarez Rodríguez, Patricia, Granda Ferreira, Marcos, Blanco Rodríguez, Clara, Santamaría Ramírez, Ricardo, Menéndez López, Rosa María
Other Authors: Research Fund for Coal and Steel
Format: artículo biblioteca
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2015-01-15
Subjects:Stabilized fibers, Carbon fibers, Chemical activation, Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all, Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation,
Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/10261/345522
http://dx.doi.org/10.13039/501100004837
https://api.elsevier.com/content/abstract/scopus_id/84907494197
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