Kinetic models identification for the catalytic synthesis of formaldehyde through the partial oxidation of methanol

The availability of solid kinetic models is fundamental for simulating and optimising all the energy systems involving combustion. The identification of a trustworthy model always relies on the collection of valuable information from the experiments, which have to be carefully designed. In this work, tools developed in MBDoE theories are employed to identify a model for the catalytic oxidation of methanol (analogous to the combustion reactions exploited for energetic purposes).