The removal of volatile organic compounds from air by pulsed electron beams

Many organic synthesis processes are accompanied by ventilation emissions of exhaust air contaminated with the vapor of volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Recent investigations have shown the efficiency of using electron beams to remove the vapor of VOCs from exhaust air. The use of pulsed electron beams for these purposes has not been, adequately explored yet. The goal of the present work was to study the processes of removal of VOCs from the air by means of a 3-ns electron beam. Subjects of inquiry included acrolein, styrene and benzene, i.e., the most common toxic VOCs present in emissions by various enterprises, synthesizing organic compounds, producing plastic materials, etc