Abstract: The research progress of cyclopentanone synthesis is summarized，including pyrolysis of adipic acid and its derivatives，N2O direct oxidation without catalyst at high temperature and pressure，cyclopentene hydration with subsequent dehydrogenation，oxidation of cyclopentene catalyzed by Waker-type catalyst and so on. Emphasis is given to the reaction mechanisms and catalytic activities of the catalysts. Through the discussion of the advantages and disadvantages of these methods，their industrial application is prospected.

摘要： 综述了环戊酮合成方法的研究进展，包括己二酸及其衍生物高温分解法、N2O高温高压非催化剂直接氧化法、环戊烯水合再脱氢法及Waker催化剂催化氧化法等。着重介绍了各种方法的反应机理及其催化剂的催化活性。通过对各方法优缺点的探讨，对其工业应用前景进行了展望。