10.1016/0022-328X(88)87050-5
The research investigates methods to enhance the efficiency and yield of the Khand reaction, a process used to synthesize cyclopentenones from alkynehexacarbonyldicobalt complexes and alkenes. The study explores the impact of ultrasonic irradiation and the addition of phosphine oxides on the reaction. Key chemicals used include various alkynehexacarbonyldicobalt complexes, alkenes such as 2,5-dihydrofuran and norbornadiene, and tributylphosphine oxide. The research found that ultrasonic irradiation allows the reaction to proceed more rapidly at lower temperatures, though it does not significantly affect yields. In contrast, the addition of tributylphosphine oxide to the reaction mixture often significantly increases yields, with enhancements of up to 50% observed in some cases. The study concludes that while ultrasonic irradiation can accelerate the reaction, the use of tributylphosphine oxide is a more effective method for improving the overall yield of the Khand reaction.