Predicting Catalyst Extrudate Breakage Based on the Modulus of RuptureJean W. L. Beeckman 1, Natalie A. Fassbender 1, Theodore E. Datz 1, Majosefina Cunningham 1, Dana L. Mazzaro 1
1Process Technology Department, Catalyst Technology Division, ExxonMobil Research and Engineering Company
Here we present a protocol to measure the modulus of rupture of an extruded catalyst and the breakage of said catalyst extrudates by collision against a surface or by compression in a fixed bed.
