PROCESSES AND CATALYSTS FOR CONVERTING ALKANES TO ALKENES

摘要

Generally regenerable encapsulated metal oxide catalysts comprising a ceramic matrix and metal catalysts may be used to convert alkanes to alkenes. The encapsulated metal oxide catalyst may be tailored to produce a variety of alkenes including ethylene butylene and propylene. Further the encapsulated metal oxide catalysts advantageously allow for regeneration and reactant recovery for cost effective and environmentally friendly processes.