What type of stoves utilizes a coated, ceramic honeycomb to ignite particulates and smoke gases?

Catalytic stoves are specifically designed to improve combustion efficiency and reduce emissions by utilizing a ceramic honeycomb coated with catalyst materials. This coated honeycomb structure facilitates the ignition of particulates and smoke gases that are typically produced during the burning process of wood or other fuels. When smoke gases pass through the honeycomb, the catalyst promotes a chemical reaction that ignites these gases at lower temperatures, leading to more complete combustion.

This process not only enhances the stove's efficiency but also minimizes harmful emissions, making catalytic stoves an environmentally friendly option for heating. The unique design and material of the honeycomb are key to their operation, distinguishing them from other stove types, such as wood-burning, gas, or electric stoves, which do not utilize this catalytic method for igniting smoke and particulates.