High-temperature radiative cooling is essential for solar absorbers,as it mitigates efficiency degradation resulting from thermal accumulation.While porous structures have proven effective in enhancing absorber perfor...High-temperature radiative cooling is essential for solar absorbers,as it mitigates efficiency degradation resulting from thermal accumulation.While porous structures have proven effective in enhancing absorber performance,practical manufacturing processes and prolonged operational wear inevitably introduce surface roughness and structural deviations,which profoundly impact radiative properties.This study constructs a ZnS/Ag solar absorber model with surface roughness and employs the finite-difference time-domain method to investigate how characteristic length,surface roughness,porosity,pore shape factor,and taper influence its radiative properties in the 3μm-5μm band at 750 K.Results show optimal absorption at a 1μm characteristic length with a 36.72%improvement compared to the model with l=0.25μm,increased absorption with higher porosity with a 69.29%improvement at 0.6 compared to the non-porous structure,lower circularity with a 19.03%improvement for C=0.89 compared to C=1.00,while surface roughness with a 61.24%improvement at RMS=0.031 compared to RMS=0 and taper with a 38.29%improvement at β=20°compared to β=0°also exert significant effects.This work provides engineering design guidelines for high-efficiency,low-cost absorbers.展开更多
To investigate the microscopicmechanism underlying the influence of surface-chemical gradient on heat andmass recovery,a molecular dynamicsmodel including droplet condensation and transport process has been developed ...To investigate the microscopicmechanism underlying the influence of surface-chemical gradient on heat andmass recovery,a molecular dynamicsmodel including droplet condensation and transport process has been developed to examine heat and mass recovery performance.This work aimed at identify optimal conditions for enhancing heat and mass recovery through the combination of wettability gradient and nanopore transport.For comprehensive analysis,the structure in the simulation was categorized into three distinct groups:a homogeneous structure,a small wettability gradient,and a large wettability gradient.The homogeneous surface demonstrated low efficiency in heat and mass transfer,as evidenced by filmwise condensation.In contrast,the surface with a small wettability gradient experienced a transition from dropwise condensation to filmwise condensation,resulting in a gradual decrease in the efficiency of vapor heat and mass transfer.Only a large wettability gradient could achieve periodic and efficient dropwise condensation heat and mass transfer which was attributed to the rapid droplet coalescence and transport to the nanopore after condensing on the cold surface.展开更多
In exploring hypersonic propulsion,precooler combined engines require the development of lightweight,efficient,and compact heat exchangers(HX).As additive manufacturing technology continues to progress,triply periodic...In exploring hypersonic propulsion,precooler combined engines require the development of lightweight,efficient,and compact heat exchangers(HX).As additive manufacturing technology continues to progress,triply periodic minimal surface(TPMS)structures,characterized by exceptionally high surface area to volume ratios and intricate geometric structures,have demonstrated superior heat transfer performance.This research examines the thermal-hydraulic(TH)behavior of FKS and Diamond as heat transfer structures under different Reynolds numbers through numerical simulations.The Nusselt number for FKS is 13.2%–17.6%higher than Diamond,while the friction factor for FKS is approximately 18.8%–29.3%higher.A detailed analysis of the internal flow mechanisms reveals that the flow pattern within TPMS can be summarized as cyclic convergence-separation-convergence.The fluid experiences constant disturbances from the structure in all spatial directions,generating strong turbulent mixing and large wall shear stresses,which significantly enhance heat transfer performance.展开更多
Thermosensitive hydrogel can integrate vapor molecular capture,in-situ liquefaction,and thermal-induced water release for freshwater capture.This study aimed to examine the dynamic behavior of poly(N-isopropylacrylami...Thermosensitive hydrogel can integrate vapor molecular capture,in-situ liquefaction,and thermal-induced water release for freshwater capture.This study aimed to examine the dynamic behavior of poly(N-isopropylacrylamide)(PNIPAM)single chain and cross-linking thermosensitive hydrogel through molecular dynamics simulation.Specifically,the impact of lower critical solution temperature(LCST)on the conformation of polymer chain and the interaction between water and polymer chain were also investigated.The polymer chain conformation underwent a transition from coil to globule when the temperature exceeded the LCST,indicating the temperature responsiveness of PNIPAM.Additionally,thermosensitive hydrogel samples with different cross-linking degrees(DOC)were studied,and relevant parameters such as the number of free water,the diffusion coefficient of water,and the pore size distribution were counted to evaluate the temperature responsiveness and water release characteristics of thermosensitive hydrogel.展开更多
The self-driven behavior of droplets on a functionalized surface,coupled with wetting gradient and wedge patterns,is systematically investigated using molecular dynamics(MD)simulations.The effects of key factors,inclu...The self-driven behavior of droplets on a functionalized surface,coupled with wetting gradient and wedge patterns,is systematically investigated using molecular dynamics(MD)simulations.The effects of key factors,including wedge angle,wettability,and wetting gradient,on the droplet self-driving effect is revealed from the nanoscale.Results indicate that the maximum velocity of droplets on hydrophobic wedge-shaped surfaces increases with the wedge angle,accompanied by a rapid attenuation of driving force;however,the average velocity decreases with the increased wedge angle.Conversely,droplet movement on hydrophilic wedge-shaped surfaces follows the opposite trend,particularly in terms of average velocity compared to the hydrophobic case.Both wedge-shaped and composite gradient wedge-shaped surfaces are found to induce droplet motion,with droplets exhibiting higher speeds and distances on hydrophobic surfaces compared to hydrophilic surfaces,regardless of surface type.Importantly,the inclusion of wettability gradients significantly influences droplet motion,with hydrophobic composite gradient wedge-shaped surfaces showing considerable improvements in droplet speed and distance compared to their hydrophilic counterparts.By combining suitable wettability gradients with wedge-shaped surfaces,the limitations inherent in the wettability gradient range and wedge-shaped configuration can be mitigated,thereby enhancing droplet speed and distance.The findings presented in this paper offer valuable insights for the design of advanced functional surfaces tailored for manipulating droplets in real-world applications.展开更多
基金funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China,grant number 52406102,received by Haiyan YuShandong Provincial Natural Science Foundation,grant number ZR2023QE258,received by Haiyan Yu.
文摘High-temperature radiative cooling is essential for solar absorbers,as it mitigates efficiency degradation resulting from thermal accumulation.While porous structures have proven effective in enhancing absorber performance,practical manufacturing processes and prolonged operational wear inevitably introduce surface roughness and structural deviations,which profoundly impact radiative properties.This study constructs a ZnS/Ag solar absorber model with surface roughness and employs the finite-difference time-domain method to investigate how characteristic length,surface roughness,porosity,pore shape factor,and taper influence its radiative properties in the 3μm-5μm band at 750 K.Results show optimal absorption at a 1μm characteristic length with a 36.72%improvement compared to the model with l=0.25μm,increased absorption with higher porosity with a 69.29%improvement at 0.6 compared to the non-porous structure,lower circularity with a 19.03%improvement for C=0.89 compared to C=1.00,while surface roughness with a 61.24%improvement at RMS=0.031 compared to RMS=0 and taper with a 38.29%improvement at β=20°compared to β=0°also exert significant effects.This work provides engineering design guidelines for high-efficiency,low-cost absorbers.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52206093)the University Outstanding Youth Fund Project of Anhui Province(Nos.2022AH020028 and 2022AH030037)+2 种基金the Natural Science Foundation of Anhui Province(Nos.1908085QF292 and 2308085ME173)Anhui Province Outstanding Young Talents Support Program(No.gxyqZD2022058)Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation(Nos.2024A1515011379 and 2023A1515110613).
文摘To investigate the microscopicmechanism underlying the influence of surface-chemical gradient on heat andmass recovery,a molecular dynamicsmodel including droplet condensation and transport process has been developed to examine heat and mass recovery performance.This work aimed at identify optimal conditions for enhancing heat and mass recovery through the combination of wettability gradient and nanopore transport.For comprehensive analysis,the structure in the simulation was categorized into three distinct groups:a homogeneous structure,a small wettability gradient,and a large wettability gradient.The homogeneous surface demonstrated low efficiency in heat and mass transfer,as evidenced by filmwise condensation.In contrast,the surface with a small wettability gradient experienced a transition from dropwise condensation to filmwise condensation,resulting in a gradual decrease in the efficiency of vapor heat and mass transfer.Only a large wettability gradient could achieve periodic and efficient dropwise condensation heat and mass transfer which was attributed to the rapid droplet coalescence and transport to the nanopore after condensing on the cold surface.
基金supported by the Natural Science Basic Research Program of Shaanxi(Program No.2024JC-YBMS-449)Project ZR2022QE233 supported by Shandong Provincial Natural Science Foundation.
文摘In exploring hypersonic propulsion,precooler combined engines require the development of lightweight,efficient,and compact heat exchangers(HX).As additive manufacturing technology continues to progress,triply periodic minimal surface(TPMS)structures,characterized by exceptionally high surface area to volume ratios and intricate geometric structures,have demonstrated superior heat transfer performance.This research examines the thermal-hydraulic(TH)behavior of FKS and Diamond as heat transfer structures under different Reynolds numbers through numerical simulations.The Nusselt number for FKS is 13.2%–17.6%higher than Diamond,while the friction factor for FKS is approximately 18.8%–29.3%higher.A detailed analysis of the internal flow mechanisms reveals that the flow pattern within TPMS can be summarized as cyclic convergence-separation-convergence.The fluid experiences constant disturbances from the structure in all spatial directions,generating strong turbulent mixing and large wall shear stresses,which significantly enhance heat transfer performance.
基金supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52206073)Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(No.3132023119)Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation(Nos.2024A1515011379 and 2023A1515110613).
文摘Thermosensitive hydrogel can integrate vapor molecular capture,in-situ liquefaction,and thermal-induced water release for freshwater capture.This study aimed to examine the dynamic behavior of poly(N-isopropylacrylamide)(PNIPAM)single chain and cross-linking thermosensitive hydrogel through molecular dynamics simulation.Specifically,the impact of lower critical solution temperature(LCST)on the conformation of polymer chain and the interaction between water and polymer chain were also investigated.The polymer chain conformation underwent a transition from coil to globule when the temperature exceeded the LCST,indicating the temperature responsiveness of PNIPAM.Additionally,thermosensitive hydrogel samples with different cross-linking degrees(DOC)were studied,and relevant parameters such as the number of free water,the diffusion coefficient of water,and the pore size distribution were counted to evaluate the temperature responsiveness and water release characteristics of thermosensitive hydrogel.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52206073)the University Outstanding Youth Fund Project of Anhui Province(Nos.2022AH020028 and 2022AH030037)+2 种基金the Natural Science Foundation of Anhui Province(Nos.1908085QF292 and 2308085ME173)Anhui Province Outstanding Young Talents Support Program(No.gxyqZD2022058)Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation(Nos.2024A1515011379 and 2023A1515110613).
文摘The self-driven behavior of droplets on a functionalized surface,coupled with wetting gradient and wedge patterns,is systematically investigated using molecular dynamics(MD)simulations.The effects of key factors,including wedge angle,wettability,and wetting gradient,on the droplet self-driving effect is revealed from the nanoscale.Results indicate that the maximum velocity of droplets on hydrophobic wedge-shaped surfaces increases with the wedge angle,accompanied by a rapid attenuation of driving force;however,the average velocity decreases with the increased wedge angle.Conversely,droplet movement on hydrophilic wedge-shaped surfaces follows the opposite trend,particularly in terms of average velocity compared to the hydrophobic case.Both wedge-shaped and composite gradient wedge-shaped surfaces are found to induce droplet motion,with droplets exhibiting higher speeds and distances on hydrophobic surfaces compared to hydrophilic surfaces,regardless of surface type.Importantly,the inclusion of wettability gradients significantly influences droplet motion,with hydrophobic composite gradient wedge-shaped surfaces showing considerable improvements in droplet speed and distance compared to their hydrophilic counterparts.By combining suitable wettability gradients with wedge-shaped surfaces,the limitations inherent in the wettability gradient range and wedge-shaped configuration can be mitigated,thereby enhancing droplet speed and distance.The findings presented in this paper offer valuable insights for the design of advanced functional surfaces tailored for manipulating droplets in real-world applications.
