In situ high-temperature X-ray diffraction measurements: Application to the study of heterogeneous catalysts

When characterizing the phase composition and structure of catalysts, researchers are faced with the problem of reversible effects of temperature and gas medium during their preparation, activation, or operation. Therefore, particular attention is paid to the methods of their research in appropriate conditions, i.e., in situ high-temperature X-ray diffraction. The theoretical framework and experimental features of high-temperature X-ray diffraction techniques are examined. Examples are given of their effective application to the study of the structural features of oxide catalysts under close-to-real conditions.