| abstract |
Synergistic activation effect caused at elevated temperatures by predetermined combinations of weak acid salts and / or weak basic salts and / or neutral salts and / or chemical activators derived from compounds To produce activated carbon with high surface area. In one embodiment, the method of the present invention comprises at least one selected from the group consisting of a carbon precursor, a first component comprising a first salt, a second salt, a compound, and combinations thereof. Mixing the two components in an inert environment, or in carbon dioxide, and / or in a steam environment. [Selected figure] Figure 2 |