Synthesis and characteristics of magnesium inserted on porous silica materials by mechanical alloying

Impregnation of nanocrystalline magnesium and iron at different concentrations into Beta zeolite was studied employing two techniques: the Traditional Method (TM) and Mechanical Milling (MM). It is known that hydrogen is a potential fuel for the development of the society in a friendly environment with the world; however, there are great challenges for storage. Hydrides of metals are considered as a promising alternative in the areas of materials and energy. Both techniques employed in this study allowed the distribution of Mg and Fe metals in the porous of the Beta zeolite support, high surface area values and a promising adsorption capacity of hydrogen. Therefore, zeolites appeared as materials of interest in the field of alternative energy. The efficiency of impregnation of both techniques was evaluated and the samples were characterized by appropriate methods.