Direct Decomposition of Nitric Oxide over C‐Type Cubic (Gd_1–x–yY_xBa_y)₂O_3–y Solid Solutions

Direct decomposition of NO into N2 and O2 on a C-type cubic (Gd1–x–yYxBay)2O3–y solid solution catalyst is investigated. These novel catalysts are found to exhibit higher activity and conversion rates than conventional La-containing perovskite oxide catalysts for NO decomposition. C-type cubic (Gd1–x–yYx-Bay)2O3–y catalysts are therefore considered to be possible candidates for the conversion of harmful exhaust gases. Supporting information for this article is available on the WWW under http://www.wiley-vch.de/contents/jc_2089/2007/c2323_s.pdf or from the author. Please note: The publisher is not responsible for the content or functionality of any supporting information supplied by the authors. Any queries (other than missing content) should be directed to the corresponding author for the article.