While microwave(MW)discharge technology has been developed to address the challenges inherent in shar-pening metal-bonded diamond grinding wheels(MD-GW),the surface morphology and grinding performance characteristics ...While microwave(MW)discharge technology has been developed to address the challenges inherent in shar-pening metal-bonded diamond grinding wheels(MD-GW),the surface morphology and grinding performance characteristics of wheels processed through this method remain insufficiently characterized and warrant further investigation.This study employed an in-situ experimental setup to analyze MD-GW sharpened through MW discharge,with a focus on abrasive damage,grit protrusion height and uniformity,the number of effective abrasives,chip space,and bond morphology.The grinding performance of MW-sharpened MD-GW was assessed based on dynamic grinding ratios and surface quality in zirconia grinding experiments,using mechanical sharpening as the comparison group.The results revealed that MW sharpening enhanced abrasive integrity when compared to mechanical methods,albeit with minor graphitization and localized oxidative damage occurring.Furthermore,after being sharpened by the MW method,the grit protrusion height increased,demonstrating good uniformity,and simultaneously exhibiting a higher number of effective abrasives.Noticeable craters formed in proximity to the abrasives,augmenting chip space,but sputtering led to the formation of metal deposition layers on the abrasive surfaces.The MW-sharpened wheel exhibited superior grinding wear ratios,with dynamic grinding ratios initially increasing and subsequently decreasing as the grinding process pro-gressed.These enhancements in surface morphology allowed the MW-sharpened MD-GW to remove zirconia ceramics in a ductile manner,resulting in improved grinding surface quality.The importance of this study lies in the development of an innovative sharpening technique that improved the surface morphology quality of MD-GW,with potential ramifications for enhancing the efficiency and quality of grinding difficult-to-machine materials.展开更多
The adsorptive denitrification performance of MIL-101(Cr)-0.5 toward pyridine,aniline or quinoline in simulated fuels with basic nitrogen content of 1732μg/g was evaluated separately.Furthermore,the effects of adsorp...The adsorptive denitrification performance of MIL-101(Cr)-0.5 toward pyridine,aniline or quinoline in simulated fuels with basic nitrogen content of 1732μg/g was evaluated separately.Furthermore,the effects of adsorption temperature,adsorption time and adsorbent dosage on their adsorptive denitrification performance were systematically investigated.The experimental results demonstrated that under a fixed adsorbent dosage of 0.05 g and a simulated fuel volume of 10 mL,the optimal removal efficiency for aniline was achieved at 30℃ within 30 min,whereas higher temperatures and longer times(40℃and 40 min)were required for effective removal of pyridine and quinoline.Density Functional Theory(DFT)calculations were conducted via Materials Studio(MS)software to study the adsorptive denitrification mechanism of MIL-101(Cr)toward these three basic nitrogen-containing compounds.The simulation calculation results revealed that the interaction between pyridine and MIL-101(Cr)primarily involved coordination adsorption.In contrast,the interaction between aniline or quinoline and MIL-101(Cr)proceeded mainly through coordination,with additional contributions fromπ-complexation and hydrogen bonding.The overall adsorption strength order is pyridine>aniline>quinoline.During the adsorption process,pyridine and quinoline transfer electrons to the MIL-101(Cr)surface through the H→C→N→Cr^(3+)pathway,while aniline transfers electrons to the MIL-101(Cr)surface through various pathways,including N→Cr^(3+),N→C→Cr^(3+)and N→H→O.Furthermore,adsorption kinetics studies indicated that the adsorption processes for all three basic nitrogen-containing compounds followed the quasi second order kinetic models.The experimental results on the effect of benzene on the adsorptive denitrification performance of MIL-101(Cr)-0.5 demonstrated that benzene exerted a more significant impact on the adsorption of aniline and quinoline.Finally,the adsorbent was regenerated using ethanol washing.It was found that MIL-101(Cr)-0.5 retained stable denitrification performance after two regeneration cycles.展开更多
Common strong noise interferences like metal splashes,smoke,and arc light during welding can seriously pollute the laser stripe images,causing the tracking model to drift and leading to tracking failure.At present,the...Common strong noise interferences like metal splashes,smoke,and arc light during welding can seriously pollute the laser stripe images,causing the tracking model to drift and leading to tracking failure.At present,there are already many mature methods for identifying and extracting feature points of linear laser stripes.When the laser stripe forms a curved shape on the surface of the workpiece,these linear methods will no longer be applicable.To eliminate interference sources,enhance the robustness of the weld tracking model,and effectively extract the feature points of curved laser stripes under strong noise conditions.This paper proposes a Conditional Generative Adversarial Network(CGAN)based anti-interference recognition method for welding images.The generator adopts an improved U-Net++structure,adds a Multi-scale Channel Attention module(MS-CAM),introduces Deep Supervision,and proposes a Multi-output Fusion strategy(MOFS)in the output result to en-hance the image inpainting effect;the discriminator uses PatchGAN.The center of the laser stripe is obtained using the grayscale center of mass method and then combined with polynomial fitting to extract the feature points of the weld seam.The experimental results show that the PSNR of the inpainting image is 26.24 dB,the SSIM is 0.98,and the LPIPS is 0.032.The centerline of the inpainting image and the centerline of the noise-free image laser stripe are fitted with a curve.The error of centerline feature points is no more than 5%,confirming the superiority and feasibility of the method.展开更多
To elucidate the effect of calcite-regulated activated carbon(AC)structure on low-temperature denitrification performance of SCR catalysts,this work prepared a series of Mn-Ce/De-AC-xCaCO_(3)(x is the calcite content ...To elucidate the effect of calcite-regulated activated carbon(AC)structure on low-temperature denitrification performance of SCR catalysts,this work prepared a series of Mn-Ce/De-AC-xCaCO_(3)(x is the calcite content in coal)catalysts were prepared by the incipient wetness impregnation method,followed by acid washing to remove calcium-containing minerals.Comprehensive characterization and low-temperature denitrification tests revealed that calcite-induced structural modulation of coal-derived AC significantly enhances catalytic activity.Specifically,NO conversion increased from 88.3%of Mn-Ce/De-AC to 91.7%of Mn-Ce/De-AC-1CaCO_(3)(210℃).The improved SCR denitrification activity results from the enhancement of physicochemical properties including higher Mn^(4+)content and Ce^(4+)/Ce^(3+)ratio,an abundance of chemisorbed oxygen and acidic sites,which could strengthen the SCR reaction pathways(richer NH_(3)activated species and bidentate nitrate active species).Therefore,NO removal is enhanced.展开更多
Severe failures of nonstructural components have occurred during previous earthquakes.Claddings are one of the most widely used nonstructural component and are installed in many modern buildings;therefore,an evaluatio...Severe failures of nonstructural components have occurred during previous earthquakes.Claddings are one of the most widely used nonstructural component and are installed in many modern buildings;therefore,an evaluation of their seismic performance is important and cannot be ignored.To investigate the seismic performance of large-sized high performance concrete cladding(HPCC),a series of full-scale experimental tests were conducted using a unidirectional shaking table.A steel supporting frame was used to install the HPCCs and reproduce the effects of the building under earthquake.The tests were divided into two parts:in-plane(IP)testing and out-plane(OP)testing.Three recorded accelerograms,one artificial accelerogram,and one sinusoidal accelerogram were used to conduct the shaking table tests.The results show that the maximum recorded IP responses of acceleration and interstory drift ratio were 1.04 g and 1/97,while the OP responses were 1.02 g and 1/51.The HPCCs functioned well throughout the entire experimental protocol.The fundamental frequency of the HPCCs systems rarely changed after the tests.展开更多
Purpose:ATLAS is a cross-sectional study aiming to investigate environmental and genetic determinants of athletic performance in healthy Greek competitive athletes(CA).This article presents the study design,investigat...Purpose:ATLAS is a cross-sectional study aiming to investigate environmental and genetic determinants of athletic performance in healthy Greek competitive athletes(CA).This article presents the study design,investigates the muscle strength performance(MSP)of 289 adult and teenage CA,exercisers,and physically inactive individuals(PI),and proposes predictive models of MSP for adults.Methods:Muscle maximal,speed,and explosive strength(MMS/MSS/MES)at unilateral maximal concentric flexion and extension contraction(FC/EC)were evaluated using Biodex System 3 PRO^(TM)at 60°/s,180°/s,and 300°/s,while additional performance markers were assessed through field ergometric testing.Participants were interviewed about their lifestyle,dietary habits,physical activity,injury,and medical history.Body composition was assessed via bioelectrical impedance.gDNA was extracted from biochemical samples and then genotyped.Statistical analysis was conducted using IBM SPSS Statistics v21.0 and R.Results:Age,fitness,and sex impacted correlations of MSP with body composition and anthropometric measurements(p<0.05).Among CA,females outperformed males in accuracy(p<0.001)while,males outperformed females in anaerobic power,MSP,speed,and endurance(p<0.001).Adult CA outperformed exercisers and PI in MMS,MSS,and MES(p<0.05).Multiple linear regression models,with predictors age,FFM,body extremity,training load explained the majority of variation in MMS(R^(2)_(adj):71.4%–88.9%),MSS(R^(2)_(adj):64.8%–78.4%),and MES(R^(2)_(adj):52.7%–68.4%)at EC,FC,and their mean(p<0.001).Conclusions:Muscle-strengthening strategies should be customized according to individual fitness levels,body composition,and anthropometric measurements.The innovative sex-specific regression models assessing MMS,MSS,and MES at EC and FC provide a framework for personalizing rehabilitation and skill-specific training strategies.展开更多
This study presents the development of high-performance,solvent-free polyurethane-urea(PU)elastomeric coatings engineered for rapid curing and precise sprayability.Utilizing polyoxytetramethylene glycol(PTMG)as the pr...This study presents the development of high-performance,solvent-free polyurethane-urea(PU)elastomeric coatings engineered for rapid curing and precise sprayability.Utilizing polyoxytetramethylene glycol(PTMG)as the primary polyol and a static-mixing spraying technique,the formulations were systematically optimized.It was found that a soft-segment content of 64% yields optimalmechanical properties,achieving a remarkable tensile strength exceeding 30 MPa.Crucially,the incorporation of an ultra-low concentration(0.002 wt%)of dibutyltin dilaurate catalyst was sufficient to enhance curing completeness and mechanical performance while effectively eliminating moisture-induced foaming,a common challenge in solvent-free spray applications.The gel and tack-free times were successfully reduced to the order of minutes through strategic formulation with the chain extender dimethylsulfidetoluene diamine,minimizing reliance on high catalyst loadings.Theresultant PTMG-based coatings exhibit exceptional comprehensive properties,including a tensile strength>30 MPa,elongation at break>400%,and a tear strength of 66 N/mm,significantly surpassing conventional polypropylene-diamine-based polyurea systems.Furthermore,the coatings demonstrated superior low-temperature flexibility,evidenced by a glass transition temperature of-53℃,and suppressed soft-segment crystallinity.The solvent-free nature and tunable curing kinetics of this system enable precise spraying on complex geometries,effectively overcoming thickness-control limitations for small-object applications.This work establishes a sustainable and high-performance coating solution ideal for demanding impact-and corrosionresistant protective layers.展开更多
Memristors have emerged as a transformative technology in the realm of electronic devices,offering unique advantages such as fast switching speeds,low power consumption,and the ability to sensor-memory-compute.The app...Memristors have emerged as a transformative technology in the realm of electronic devices,offering unique advantages such as fast switching speeds,low power consumption,and the ability to sensor-memory-compute.The applications span across non-volatile memory,neuromorphic computing,hardware security,and beyond,prompting memristors to become a versatile solution for next-generation computing and data storage systems.Despite enormous potential of memristors,the transition from laboratory prototypes to large-scale applications is challenging in terms of material stability,device reproducibility,and array scalability.This review systematically explores recent advancements in high-performance memristor technologies,focusing on performance enhancement strategies through material engineering,structural design,pulse protocol optimization,and algorithm control.We provide an in-depth analysis of key performance metrics tailored to specific applications,including non-volatile memory,neuromorphic computing,and hardware security.Furthermore,we propose a co-design framework that integrates device-level optimizations with operational-level improvements,aiming to bridge the gap between theoretical models and practical implementations.展开更多
The pursuit of symmetry has long shaped discussions in sports science,particularly in sprinting,where every fraction of a second counts.Yet,the human body is inherently asymmetrical–our hearts are slightly left,most ...The pursuit of symmetry has long shaped discussions in sports science,particularly in sprinting,where every fraction of a second counts.Yet,the human body is inherently asymmetrical–our hearts are slightly left,most favour one hand or foot,and limb lengths or joint flexibilities are rarely identical.This begs the question:Why do we insist that symmetry is essential for peak sprint performance?展开更多
The rocket ejector has great potential for bridging the thrust gap between the turbine and ramjet modes of the Turbine-Based Combined Cycle(TBCC) engine.In this work,a rocket ejector was proposed and used in the Eject...The rocket ejector has great potential for bridging the thrust gap between the turbine and ramjet modes of the Turbine-Based Combined Cycle(TBCC) engine.In this work,a rocket ejector was proposed and used in the Ejector-Ramjet(ERJ) engine model.Furthermore,the thrust and thermal-fatigue performances of the rocket ejector are investigated through the thrust bench tests.The combustion stability and performance of ERJ engine are studied by the ground direct-connect experiments under different conditions.Experimental results suggest that the rocket ejector can realize a wide range of thrust variation from 510 N to 1 100 N and a specific impulse of more than250 s,whereas accompanying with a short lifespan about 4 s.As expected,the rocket ejector can significantly expand the flight envelope of the ERJ engine downward to Mach number Ma_(∞)=2.0 and altitude H = 13 km.Nevertheless,when Ma∞is less than or equal to 3.0,the ramjet combustor is unable individually operated and that need to be improved for engineering application.The lower oxygen/kerosene ratio of rocket ejector and the equalized injection-forward and injection-center of ramjet fuel are beneficial for enhancing the combustion stability and thrust performance of ERJ engine.Overall,experiments primarily validated that the rocket ejector has the advantages of facilitating ignition and flame stabilization,improving the working environment of the ERJ engine,and expanding the operating range.But the remarkable thing is that both the ejector and ramjet combustor can be greatly improved for optimizing the performance of ERJ engine further.展开更多
In composite solid propellants with high aluminum(Al)content and low burning rate,incomplete combustion of the Al powder may occur.In this study,varying lithium(Li)content in Al-Li alloy powder was utilized instead of...In composite solid propellants with high aluminum(Al)content and low burning rate,incomplete combustion of the Al powder may occur.In this study,varying lithium(Li)content in Al-Li alloy powder was utilized instead of pure aluminum particles to mitigate agglomeration and enhance the combustion efficiency of solid propellants(Combustion efficiency herein refers to the completeness of metallic fuel oxidation,quantified as the ratio of actual-to-theoretical energy released during combustion)with high Al content and low burning rates.The impact of Al-Li alloy with different Li contents on combustion and agglomeration of solid propellant was investigated using explosion heat,combustion heat,differential thermal analysis(DTA),thermos-gravimetric analysis(TG),dynamic high-pressure combustion test,ignition experiment of small solid rocket motor(SRM)tests,condensation combustion product collection,and X-ray diffraction techniques(XRD).Compared with pure Al,Al-Li alloys exhibit higher combustion heat,which contributes to improved combustion efficiency in Al-Li alloy-containing propellants.DTA and TG analyses demonstrated higher reactivity and lower ignition temperatures for Al-Li alloys.High-pressure combustion experiments at 5 MPa showed that Al-Li alloy fuel significantly decreases combustion agglomeration.The results from theφ75 mm andφ165 mm SRM and XRD tests further support this finding.This study provides novel insights into the combustion and agglomeration behaviors of high-Al,low-burning-rate composite solid propellants and supports the potential application of Al-Li alloys in advanced propellant formulations.展开更多
The rapid advancements in computer vision(CV)technology have transformed the traditional approaches to material microstructure analysis.This review outlines the history of CV and explores the applications of deep-lear...The rapid advancements in computer vision(CV)technology have transformed the traditional approaches to material microstructure analysis.This review outlines the history of CV and explores the applications of deep-learning(DL)-driven CV in four key areas of materials science:microstructure-based performance prediction,microstructure information generation,microstructure defect detection,and crystal structure-based property prediction.The CV has significantly reduced the cost of traditional experimental methods used in material performance prediction.Moreover,recent progress made in generating microstructure images and detecting microstructural defects using CV has led to increased efficiency and reliability in material performance assessments.The DL-driven CV models can accelerate the design of new materials with optimized performance by integrating predictions based on both crystal and microstructural data,thereby allowing for the discovery and innovation of next-generation materials.Finally,the review provides insights into the rapid interdisciplinary developments in the field of materials science and future prospects.展开更多
In the era of materials genome engineering,data-driven machine learning has become a powerful tool for accelerating the re-search and development of metallic materials.However,the predictive accuracy and generalizatio...In the era of materials genome engineering,data-driven machine learning has become a powerful tool for accelerating the re-search and development of metallic materials.However,the predictive accuracy and generalization ability of traditional machine learning models are often limited by the scarcity and heterogeneity of available data,especially in small-sample scenarios.To address these chal-lenges,transfer learning has emerged as an effective strategy to leverage knowledge from related domains,thereby enhancing model per-formance with limited target data.This review systematically summarizes the fundamental concepts,methodologies,and representative applications of transfer learning in the prediction of metallic materials'properties.Transfer learning can be categorized into feature-based,instance-based,parameter-based,and knowledge-based methods.This work discusses their respective mechanisms,advantages,and limit-ations.Case studies demonstrate that transfer learning can significantly improve prediction accuracy,data efficiency,and model inter-pretability in tasks such as mechanical property prediction and alloy design.Furthermore,this work highlights emerging trends including hybrid,multi-task,meta,and adaptive transfer learning,which further expand the applicability of these techniques.Finally,this work out-lines future research directions,emphasizing the need for data standardization,algorithmic innovation,multimodal data fusion,and the in-tegration of physical principles to achieve robust,interpretable,and generalizable models.The perspectives presented aim to advance the intelligent design and discovery of metallic materials,promoting efficient knowledge transfer and collaborative innovation in materials science.展开更多
In the context of the revolution in new technologies,a key question is whether the rapid growth of the digital economy,driven by digital technologies,has improved regional innovation performance.Using inter-provincial...In the context of the revolution in new technologies,a key question is whether the rapid growth of the digital economy,driven by digital technologies,has improved regional innovation performance.Using inter-provincial panel data from China(2012–2022)and adopting a business environment perspective,this study applies a Panel Extended Regression Model(PERM),a Panel Simultaneous Equation Model(PSEM),and a Tobit-IV model to analyze how the development of the digital economy influences regional innovation.The results reveal a pronounced U-shaped relationship between the digital economy and the regional innovation performance at the provincial level in China,with the business environment serving as a significant mediator in this relationship.Moreover,regional innovation performance in China exhibits a“ratchet effect,”with the impact of the digital economy varying markedly across regions.While the eastern and western regions have entered an upward phase,whereby the digital economy boosts innovation,the central region displays a weaker effect.Further analysis indicates that the synergy between the business environment and the digital economy in driving innovation remains suboptimal.These findings were supported by robust checks.This study offers theoretical insights and empirical evidence that support the coordinated development of digital government and the digital factor market,as well as business environment reforms that are in alignment with the innovation demands of the digital era.展开更多
Al/NH_(4)CoF_(3)-Φ(Φ=0.5,1.0,1.5,2.0,and 3.0)binary composites and Al-NH_(4)CoF_(3)@P(VDF-HFP)ternary composites are fabricated via ultrasonication-assisted blending and electrostatic spraying.The effect of equivale...Al/NH_(4)CoF_(3)-Φ(Φ=0.5,1.0,1.5,2.0,and 3.0)binary composites and Al-NH_(4)CoF_(3)@P(VDF-HFP)ternary composites are fabricated via ultrasonication-assisted blending and electrostatic spraying.The effect of equivalence ratio(Φ)on the reaction properties is systematically investigated in the binary Al/NH_(4)CoF_(3)system.For ternary systems,electrostatic spraying allows both components to be efficiently encapsulated by P(VDF-HFP)and to achieve structural stabilization and enhanced reactivity through synergistic interfacial interactions.Morphological analysis using SEM/TEM revealed that P(VDF-HFP)formed a protective layer on Al and NH_(4)CoF_(3)particles,improving dispersion,hydrophobicity(water contact angle increased by 80.5%compared to physically mixed composites),and corrosion resistance.Thermal decomposition of NH_(4)CoF_(3)occurred at 265℃,releasing NH_(3)and HF,which triggered exothermic reactions with Al.The ternary composites exhibited a narrowed main reaction temperature range and concentrated heat release,attributed to improved interfacial contact and polymer decomposition.Combustion tests demonstrated that Al-NH_(4)CoF_(3)@P(VDF-HFP)achieved self-sustaining combustion.In addition,a simple validation was done by replacing the Al component in the aluminium-containing propellant,demonstrating its potential application in the propellant field.This work establishes a novel strategy for designing stable,high-energy composites with potential applications in advanced propulsion systems.展开更多
Isolation technology can reduce the type of structural damage that earthquakes cause.A new type of composite sliding-rolling friction composite seismic isolation bearing(SRF)with composite sliding friction and rolling...Isolation technology can reduce the type of structural damage that earthquakes cause.A new type of composite sliding-rolling friction composite seismic isolation bearing(SRF)with composite sliding friction and rolling friction is proposed.SRF is capable of realizing a parallel arrangement of sliding friction and rolling friction,and the coefficient of dynamic friction shows variability.The proposed static tests on composite bearings were conducted to investigate the effects of the number of shims,loading speed and vertical pressure on the dynamic friction factor.Test results show that the coefficient of dynamic friction first generally decreases and then increases with an increase in sliding speed,prior to again decreasing with an increase in vertical pressure.The dynamic friction factor increases and then decreases with an increase in the number of shims for a four-roll ball.It decreases and then increases with an increase in the number of shims for a five-roll ball.Based on finite element analysis,modeling and analyzing the effects of the coefficient of friction,the number of balls and the number of shims on the hysteresis performance of the support and derive its skeleton curve.The SRF hysteretic performance,dynamic friction factor and the number of rolling balls and shims show significant correlation.展开更多
Background The decline in reproductive performance of aged hens is mainly attributed to oxidative damage in reproductive organs,hepatic lipid metabolism disorders,and intestinal microbiota dysbiosis.Glycyrrhizin(GL)ha...Background The decline in reproductive performance of aged hens is mainly attributed to oxidative damage in reproductive organs,hepatic lipid metabolism disorders,and intestinal microbiota dysbiosis.Glycyrrhizin(GL)has been proven to enhance antioxidant capacity,regulate lipid metabolism and gut microbiota in mammals,but its efficacy in hens remains unclear.Hence,this study aimed to investigate whether dietary GL supplementation improves reproductive performance in hens during the late laying stage by modulating intestinal microbiota composition,hepatic lipid metabolism and ovarian antioxidant status.Results Dietary supplementation with 100 mg/kg GL significantly improved the egg production rate,egg quality,and hatching rate in aged breeder hens(P<0.05).GL supplementation also increased the serum levels of HDLC,TP and ALB,and enhanced the antioxidant capacity in both serum and ovary(P<0.05).In addition,dietary GL elevated the serum progesterone(P4)levels by enhancing the transcription level of steroid synthesis key enzymes(CYP11A1 and 3β-HSD)in the ovary(P<0.05).Dietary GL also promoted the synthesis and transport of vitellogenin(VTG)by upregulating the VTG-Ⅱ(P<0.05)and APOV1(P=0.077)expression levels in the liver,thereby increasing the number of grade follicles and small yellow follicles.Moreover,dietary GL enhanced hepatic fatty acidβ-oxidation by upregulating PPARαand CPT-I(P<0.05),and downregulating ACC expression levels(P<0.05).In agreement,liver metabolomics analysis revealed that dietary GL supplementation significantly altered hepatic metabolism,with 389 differentially identified metabolites(P<0.05).The key metabolites(e.g.,taurocholic acid,tauroursodeoxycholic acid,nicotinuric acid,glycodeoxycholic acid(hydrate))were identified,and they were mainly functionally enriched in betaalanine metabolism nicotinate,taurine and hypotaurine metabolism(P<0.05).Finally,16S rRNA gene sequencing revealed that dietary GL reversed age-induced changes in gut microbiota composition,characterized by a significant increase in Lactobacillus abundance and a decrease in Bacteroides(P<0.05).Conclusions These results collectively demonstrate that dietary supplementation with 100 mg/kg GL improved reproductive performance by reversing age-induced changes in gut microbiota,enhancing hepatic vitellogenin synthesis,and ameliorating ovarian function in aged breeder hens.This study suggests that dietary GL is a potential strategy to improve reproductive performance in broiler breeder hens during the late laying period.展开更多
The purpose of this paper is to make an assessment on the performance of a fiber reinforced plastic(FRP)helmet-head system subjected to ballistic impact.Firstly,a finite element(FE)model for the human head is develope...The purpose of this paper is to make an assessment on the performance of a fiber reinforced plastic(FRP)helmet-head system subjected to ballistic impact.Firstly,a finite element(FE)model for the human head is developed.Constitutive models for each component of the head are determined and,in particular,strain rate effects of the compact bone of the skull and the hyperelastic property of the scalp are taken into account for the first time.Secondly,an FE model for Kevlar fiber reinforced plastic(KFRP)helmet is constructed based on the personal armor system for ground troops(PASGT)helmet.Recently developed dynamic constitutive models for metals and FRP laminates are employed for full metal jacketed(FMJ)bullet and the KFRP helmet.Finally,both the head and the helmet models are validated against available test data.Furthermore,the effects of various factors such as padding system,impact position,and projectile type on the ballistic performance of the helmet-head system have been systematically investigated with special attention being paid to the severity of head injury.It is found that the performance of the helmet with OA foam is advantageous over that of the helmet with strap-netting in head injury prevention.It is also found that a lower velocity(358 m/s)FMJ bullet poses more threats to head injury than a higher velocity(610 m/s)fragment-simulating projectile for the PASGT helmet-head system.展开更多
Biochar and zero-valent iron are promising materials for the removal of trichloroethylene(TCE)from groundwater,but further research is still required on the synergistic mechanism and hydraulic performance in the perme...Biochar and zero-valent iron are promising materials for the removal of trichloroethylene(TCE)from groundwater,but further research is still required on the synergistic mechanism and hydraulic performance in the permeable reactive barriers(PRBs)with biochar-iron composites.In this work,biochar-iron composites were synthesized by two different methods,and subjected to the microscopic analysis,batch experiments and the PRB’s model tests.The results indicated that the removal rates of TCE on biochar-iron composites reached above 90%,and the optimal removal conditions were the initial pH of 6.0 and a biochar/iron mass ratio of 5:1.The removal of TCE on biochar-iron composites followed the pseudo-second-order and Freundlich models,and the maximum adsorption capacity of TCE was 25.95 mg/g.The adsorption of biochar and dechlorination of nZVI dominated the removal of TCE.Biochar significantly enhanced the dechlorination of TCE on nZVI through modifying the electrochemical characteristics to lower its corrosion potential of nZVI,promote direct electron transfer,and improve electronic transfer capability.M-5BC-1nZVI exhibited excellent hydraulic performance for maintaining an adequate permeability coefficient(10^(−6)to 10^(−5)m/s).展开更多
The core components of an aircraft and the source of its lift are its wings,but lift generation is disrupted by the high temperature and pressure generated on the wing surface when an aircraft gun is fired.Here,to inv...The core components of an aircraft and the source of its lift are its wings,but lift generation is disrupted by the high temperature and pressure generated on the wing surface when an aircraft gun is fired.Here,to investigate how this process influences the aerodynamic parameters of aircraft wings,the k-ωshearstress-transport turbulence model and the nested dynamic grid technique are used to analyze numerically the transient process of the muzzle jet of a 30-mm small-caliber aircraft gun in highaltitude(10 km)flight with an incoming Mach number of Ma=0.8.For comparison,two other models are established,one with no projectile and the other with no wing.The results indicate that when the aircraft gun is fired,the muzzle jet acts on the wing,creating a pressure field thereon.The uneven distribution of high pressure greatly reduces the lift of the aircraft,causing oscillations in its drag and disrupting its dynamic balance,thereby affecting its flight speed and attitude.Meanwhile,the muzzle jet is obstructed by the wing,and its flow field is distorted and deformed,developing upward toward the wing.Because of the influence of the incoming flow,the shockwave front of the projectile changes from a smooth spherical shape to an irregular one,and the motion parameters of the projectile are also greatly affected by oscillations.The present results provide an important theoretical basis for how the guns of fighter aircraft influence the aerodynamic performance of the wings.展开更多
基金Supported by Hunan Provincial Natural Science Foundation(Grant Nos.2023JJ60182 and 2025JJ50273)Scientific Research Fund of Hunan Provincial Education Department(Grant Nos.22B0561 and 23C0188)National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52305465).
文摘While microwave(MW)discharge technology has been developed to address the challenges inherent in shar-pening metal-bonded diamond grinding wheels(MD-GW),the surface morphology and grinding performance characteristics of wheels processed through this method remain insufficiently characterized and warrant further investigation.This study employed an in-situ experimental setup to analyze MD-GW sharpened through MW discharge,with a focus on abrasive damage,grit protrusion height and uniformity,the number of effective abrasives,chip space,and bond morphology.The grinding performance of MW-sharpened MD-GW was assessed based on dynamic grinding ratios and surface quality in zirconia grinding experiments,using mechanical sharpening as the comparison group.The results revealed that MW sharpening enhanced abrasive integrity when compared to mechanical methods,albeit with minor graphitization and localized oxidative damage occurring.Furthermore,after being sharpened by the MW method,the grit protrusion height increased,demonstrating good uniformity,and simultaneously exhibiting a higher number of effective abrasives.Noticeable craters formed in proximity to the abrasives,augmenting chip space,but sputtering led to the formation of metal deposition layers on the abrasive surfaces.The MW-sharpened wheel exhibited superior grinding wear ratios,with dynamic grinding ratios initially increasing and subsequently decreasing as the grinding process pro-gressed.These enhancements in surface morphology allowed the MW-sharpened MD-GW to remove zirconia ceramics in a ductile manner,resulting in improved grinding surface quality.The importance of this study lies in the development of an innovative sharpening technique that improved the surface morphology quality of MD-GW,with potential ramifications for enhancing the efficiency and quality of grinding difficult-to-machine materials.
基金Supported by Basic Scientific Research Project of the Liaoning Provincial Department of Education Has Been Unveiled to Facilitate Local Project Funding (JYTMS20230835)Enhanced Scientific Research Project Funded by the Departmentof Higher Education in Liaoning Province (General program)(JYTMS20230852)。
文摘The adsorptive denitrification performance of MIL-101(Cr)-0.5 toward pyridine,aniline or quinoline in simulated fuels with basic nitrogen content of 1732μg/g was evaluated separately.Furthermore,the effects of adsorption temperature,adsorption time and adsorbent dosage on their adsorptive denitrification performance were systematically investigated.The experimental results demonstrated that under a fixed adsorbent dosage of 0.05 g and a simulated fuel volume of 10 mL,the optimal removal efficiency for aniline was achieved at 30℃ within 30 min,whereas higher temperatures and longer times(40℃and 40 min)were required for effective removal of pyridine and quinoline.Density Functional Theory(DFT)calculations were conducted via Materials Studio(MS)software to study the adsorptive denitrification mechanism of MIL-101(Cr)toward these three basic nitrogen-containing compounds.The simulation calculation results revealed that the interaction between pyridine and MIL-101(Cr)primarily involved coordination adsorption.In contrast,the interaction between aniline or quinoline and MIL-101(Cr)proceeded mainly through coordination,with additional contributions fromπ-complexation and hydrogen bonding.The overall adsorption strength order is pyridine>aniline>quinoline.During the adsorption process,pyridine and quinoline transfer electrons to the MIL-101(Cr)surface through the H→C→N→Cr^(3+)pathway,while aniline transfers electrons to the MIL-101(Cr)surface through various pathways,including N→Cr^(3+),N→C→Cr^(3+)and N→H→O.Furthermore,adsorption kinetics studies indicated that the adsorption processes for all three basic nitrogen-containing compounds followed the quasi second order kinetic models.The experimental results on the effect of benzene on the adsorptive denitrification performance of MIL-101(Cr)-0.5 demonstrated that benzene exerted a more significant impact on the adsorption of aniline and quinoline.Finally,the adsorbent was regenerated using ethanol washing.It was found that MIL-101(Cr)-0.5 retained stable denitrification performance after two regeneration cycles.
基金Supported by the"The 14th Five Year Plan"Hubei Provincial ad-vantaged characteristic disciplines(groups)project of Wuhan University of Science and Technology(Grant No.2023B0404)National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.52275503 and 72471181)+2 种基金Hubei Provincial Outstanding Youth Fund of China(Grant No.2023AFA092)Hubei Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.2023AFB915)Hubei Provincial Key Research and Development Plan Project of China(Grant No.2023BAB048).
文摘Common strong noise interferences like metal splashes,smoke,and arc light during welding can seriously pollute the laser stripe images,causing the tracking model to drift and leading to tracking failure.At present,there are already many mature methods for identifying and extracting feature points of linear laser stripes.When the laser stripe forms a curved shape on the surface of the workpiece,these linear methods will no longer be applicable.To eliminate interference sources,enhance the robustness of the weld tracking model,and effectively extract the feature points of curved laser stripes under strong noise conditions.This paper proposes a Conditional Generative Adversarial Network(CGAN)based anti-interference recognition method for welding images.The generator adopts an improved U-Net++structure,adds a Multi-scale Channel Attention module(MS-CAM),introduces Deep Supervision,and proposes a Multi-output Fusion strategy(MOFS)in the output result to en-hance the image inpainting effect;the discriminator uses PatchGAN.The center of the laser stripe is obtained using the grayscale center of mass method and then combined with polynomial fitting to extract the feature points of the weld seam.The experimental results show that the PSNR of the inpainting image is 26.24 dB,the SSIM is 0.98,and the LPIPS is 0.032.The centerline of the inpainting image and the centerline of the noise-free image laser stripe are fitted with a curve.The error of centerline feature points is no more than 5%,confirming the superiority and feasibility of the method.
基金Supported by the Science and Technology Cooperation and Exchange special project of Cooperation of Shanxi Province(202404041101014)the Fundamental Research Program of Shanxi Province(202403021212333)+3 种基金the Joint Funds of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(U24A20555)the Lvliang Key R&D of University-Local Cooperation(2023XDHZ10)the Initiation Fund for Doctoral Research of Taiyuan University of Science and Technology(20242026)the Outstanding Doctor Funding Award of Shanxi Province(20242080).
文摘To elucidate the effect of calcite-regulated activated carbon(AC)structure on low-temperature denitrification performance of SCR catalysts,this work prepared a series of Mn-Ce/De-AC-xCaCO_(3)(x is the calcite content in coal)catalysts were prepared by the incipient wetness impregnation method,followed by acid washing to remove calcium-containing minerals.Comprehensive characterization and low-temperature denitrification tests revealed that calcite-induced structural modulation of coal-derived AC significantly enhances catalytic activity.Specifically,NO conversion increased from 88.3%of Mn-Ce/De-AC to 91.7%of Mn-Ce/De-AC-1CaCO_(3)(210℃).The improved SCR denitrification activity results from the enhancement of physicochemical properties including higher Mn^(4+)content and Ce^(4+)/Ce^(3+)ratio,an abundance of chemisorbed oxygen and acidic sites,which could strengthen the SCR reaction pathways(richer NH_(3)activated species and bidentate nitrate active species).Therefore,NO removal is enhanced.
基金National Key R&D Program of China under Grant No.2024YFD1600404。
文摘Severe failures of nonstructural components have occurred during previous earthquakes.Claddings are one of the most widely used nonstructural component and are installed in many modern buildings;therefore,an evaluation of their seismic performance is important and cannot be ignored.To investigate the seismic performance of large-sized high performance concrete cladding(HPCC),a series of full-scale experimental tests were conducted using a unidirectional shaking table.A steel supporting frame was used to install the HPCCs and reproduce the effects of the building under earthquake.The tests were divided into two parts:in-plane(IP)testing and out-plane(OP)testing.Three recorded accelerograms,one artificial accelerogram,and one sinusoidal accelerogram were used to conduct the shaking table tests.The results show that the maximum recorded IP responses of acceleration and interstory drift ratio were 1.04 g and 1/97,while the OP responses were 1.02 g and 1/51.The HPCCs functioned well throughout the entire experimental protocol.The fundamental frequency of the HPCCs systems rarely changed after the tests.
文摘Purpose:ATLAS is a cross-sectional study aiming to investigate environmental and genetic determinants of athletic performance in healthy Greek competitive athletes(CA).This article presents the study design,investigates the muscle strength performance(MSP)of 289 adult and teenage CA,exercisers,and physically inactive individuals(PI),and proposes predictive models of MSP for adults.Methods:Muscle maximal,speed,and explosive strength(MMS/MSS/MES)at unilateral maximal concentric flexion and extension contraction(FC/EC)were evaluated using Biodex System 3 PRO^(TM)at 60°/s,180°/s,and 300°/s,while additional performance markers were assessed through field ergometric testing.Participants were interviewed about their lifestyle,dietary habits,physical activity,injury,and medical history.Body composition was assessed via bioelectrical impedance.gDNA was extracted from biochemical samples and then genotyped.Statistical analysis was conducted using IBM SPSS Statistics v21.0 and R.Results:Age,fitness,and sex impacted correlations of MSP with body composition and anthropometric measurements(p<0.05).Among CA,females outperformed males in accuracy(p<0.001)while,males outperformed females in anaerobic power,MSP,speed,and endurance(p<0.001).Adult CA outperformed exercisers and PI in MMS,MSS,and MES(p<0.05).Multiple linear regression models,with predictors age,FFM,body extremity,training load explained the majority of variation in MMS(R^(2)_(adj):71.4%–88.9%),MSS(R^(2)_(adj):64.8%–78.4%),and MES(R^(2)_(adj):52.7%–68.4%)at EC,FC,and their mean(p<0.001).Conclusions:Muscle-strengthening strategies should be customized according to individual fitness levels,body composition,and anthropometric measurements.The innovative sex-specific regression models assessing MMS,MSS,and MES at EC and FC provide a framework for personalizing rehabilitation and skill-specific training strategies.
基金funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.U2330207)the presidential foundation of China Academy of Engineering Physics(No.YZJJZQ2024004).
文摘This study presents the development of high-performance,solvent-free polyurethane-urea(PU)elastomeric coatings engineered for rapid curing and precise sprayability.Utilizing polyoxytetramethylene glycol(PTMG)as the primary polyol and a static-mixing spraying technique,the formulations were systematically optimized.It was found that a soft-segment content of 64% yields optimalmechanical properties,achieving a remarkable tensile strength exceeding 30 MPa.Crucially,the incorporation of an ultra-low concentration(0.002 wt%)of dibutyltin dilaurate catalyst was sufficient to enhance curing completeness and mechanical performance while effectively eliminating moisture-induced foaming,a common challenge in solvent-free spray applications.The gel and tack-free times were successfully reduced to the order of minutes through strategic formulation with the chain extender dimethylsulfidetoluene diamine,minimizing reliance on high catalyst loadings.Theresultant PTMG-based coatings exhibit exceptional comprehensive properties,including a tensile strength>30 MPa,elongation at break>400%,and a tear strength of 66 N/mm,significantly surpassing conventional polypropylene-diamine-based polyurea systems.Furthermore,the coatings demonstrated superior low-temperature flexibility,evidenced by a glass transition temperature of-53℃,and suppressed soft-segment crystallinity.The solvent-free nature and tunable curing kinetics of this system enable precise spraying on complex geometries,effectively overcoming thickness-control limitations for small-object applications.This work establishes a sustainable and high-performance coating solution ideal for demanding impact-and corrosionresistant protective layers.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Project from the Minister of Science and Technology(2024YFA1211500)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.62304130,62405158 and 62574123)+1 种基金the Shanghai youth science and technology star project(24QA2702800)Shanghai Key Laboratory of Chips and Systems for Intelligent Connected Vehicle。
文摘Memristors have emerged as a transformative technology in the realm of electronic devices,offering unique advantages such as fast switching speeds,low power consumption,and the ability to sensor-memory-compute.The applications span across non-volatile memory,neuromorphic computing,hardware security,and beyond,prompting memristors to become a versatile solution for next-generation computing and data storage systems.Despite enormous potential of memristors,the transition from laboratory prototypes to large-scale applications is challenging in terms of material stability,device reproducibility,and array scalability.This review systematically explores recent advancements in high-performance memristor technologies,focusing on performance enhancement strategies through material engineering,structural design,pulse protocol optimization,and algorithm control.We provide an in-depth analysis of key performance metrics tailored to specific applications,including non-volatile memory,neuromorphic computing,and hardware security.Furthermore,we propose a co-design framework that integrates device-level optimizations with operational-level improvements,aiming to bridge the gap between theoretical models and practical implementations.
文摘The pursuit of symmetry has long shaped discussions in sports science,particularly in sprinting,where every fraction of a second counts.Yet,the human body is inherently asymmetrical–our hearts are slightly left,most favour one hand or foot,and limb lengths or joint flexibilities are rarely identical.This begs the question:Why do we insist that symmetry is essential for peak sprint performance?
基金funded by the Advanced Aerospace Force Innovation Workstation in China(No.HKCX2019-01–002)supported by the China Association for Science and Technology Youth Talent Nurturing Program+3 种基金the National Key Laboratory of Ramjet in China(No.WDZC6142703202407)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.12402393)the Fujian Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China(No.2024J08020)the Natural Science Foundation of Xiamen in China(No.3502Z202372010)。
文摘The rocket ejector has great potential for bridging the thrust gap between the turbine and ramjet modes of the Turbine-Based Combined Cycle(TBCC) engine.In this work,a rocket ejector was proposed and used in the Ejector-Ramjet(ERJ) engine model.Furthermore,the thrust and thermal-fatigue performances of the rocket ejector are investigated through the thrust bench tests.The combustion stability and performance of ERJ engine are studied by the ground direct-connect experiments under different conditions.Experimental results suggest that the rocket ejector can realize a wide range of thrust variation from 510 N to 1 100 N and a specific impulse of more than250 s,whereas accompanying with a short lifespan about 4 s.As expected,the rocket ejector can significantly expand the flight envelope of the ERJ engine downward to Mach number Ma_(∞)=2.0 and altitude H = 13 km.Nevertheless,when Ma∞is less than or equal to 3.0,the ramjet combustor is unable individually operated and that need to be improved for engineering application.The lower oxygen/kerosene ratio of rocket ejector and the equalized injection-forward and injection-center of ramjet fuel are beneficial for enhancing the combustion stability and thrust performance of ERJ engine.Overall,experiments primarily validated that the rocket ejector has the advantages of facilitating ignition and flame stabilization,improving the working environment of the ERJ engine,and expanding the operating range.But the remarkable thing is that both the ejector and ramjet combustor can be greatly improved for optimizing the performance of ERJ engine further.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.U2441263)for financial support of this work。
文摘In composite solid propellants with high aluminum(Al)content and low burning rate,incomplete combustion of the Al powder may occur.In this study,varying lithium(Li)content in Al-Li alloy powder was utilized instead of pure aluminum particles to mitigate agglomeration and enhance the combustion efficiency of solid propellants(Combustion efficiency herein refers to the completeness of metallic fuel oxidation,quantified as the ratio of actual-to-theoretical energy released during combustion)with high Al content and low burning rates.The impact of Al-Li alloy with different Li contents on combustion and agglomeration of solid propellant was investigated using explosion heat,combustion heat,differential thermal analysis(DTA),thermos-gravimetric analysis(TG),dynamic high-pressure combustion test,ignition experiment of small solid rocket motor(SRM)tests,condensation combustion product collection,and X-ray diffraction techniques(XRD).Compared with pure Al,Al-Li alloys exhibit higher combustion heat,which contributes to improved combustion efficiency in Al-Li alloy-containing propellants.DTA and TG analyses demonstrated higher reactivity and lower ignition temperatures for Al-Li alloys.High-pressure combustion experiments at 5 MPa showed that Al-Li alloy fuel significantly decreases combustion agglomeration.The results from theφ75 mm andφ165 mm SRM and XRD tests further support this finding.This study provides novel insights into the combustion and agglomeration behaviors of high-Al,low-burning-rate composite solid propellants and supports the potential application of Al-Li alloys in advanced propellant formulations.
基金financially supported by the National Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars,China(No.52025041)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52450003,U2341267,and 52174294)+1 种基金the National Postdoctoral Program for Innovative Talents,China(No.BX20240437)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities,China(Nos.FRF-IDRY-23-037 and FRF-TP-20-02C2)。
文摘The rapid advancements in computer vision(CV)technology have transformed the traditional approaches to material microstructure analysis.This review outlines the history of CV and explores the applications of deep-learning(DL)-driven CV in four key areas of materials science:microstructure-based performance prediction,microstructure information generation,microstructure defect detection,and crystal structure-based property prediction.The CV has significantly reduced the cost of traditional experimental methods used in material performance prediction.Moreover,recent progress made in generating microstructure images and detecting microstructural defects using CV has led to increased efficiency and reliability in material performance assessments.The DL-driven CV models can accelerate the design of new materials with optimized performance by integrating predictions based on both crystal and microstructural data,thereby allowing for the discovery and innovation of next-generation materials.Finally,the review provides insights into the rapid interdisciplinary developments in the field of materials science and future prospects.
基金supported by the National NaturalScience Foundation of China(Nos.52301029 and 52274359)the Fundamental Research Funds for the CentralUniversities,China(No.06500165)+2 种基金the Guangdong Basicand Applied Basic Research Foundation,China(No.2022A1515140006)Young Elite Scientists Sponsorship Program by CAST(No.2023QNRC001)Beijing Young Elite Scientists Sponsorship Program by BMES,China.
文摘In the era of materials genome engineering,data-driven machine learning has become a powerful tool for accelerating the re-search and development of metallic materials.However,the predictive accuracy and generalization ability of traditional machine learning models are often limited by the scarcity and heterogeneity of available data,especially in small-sample scenarios.To address these chal-lenges,transfer learning has emerged as an effective strategy to leverage knowledge from related domains,thereby enhancing model per-formance with limited target data.This review systematically summarizes the fundamental concepts,methodologies,and representative applications of transfer learning in the prediction of metallic materials'properties.Transfer learning can be categorized into feature-based,instance-based,parameter-based,and knowledge-based methods.This work discusses their respective mechanisms,advantages,and limit-ations.Case studies demonstrate that transfer learning can significantly improve prediction accuracy,data efficiency,and model inter-pretability in tasks such as mechanical property prediction and alloy design.Furthermore,this work highlights emerging trends including hybrid,multi-task,meta,and adaptive transfer learning,which further expand the applicability of these techniques.Finally,this work out-lines future research directions,emphasizing the need for data standardization,algorithmic innovation,multimodal data fusion,and the in-tegration of physical principles to achieve robust,interpretable,and generalizable models.The perspectives presented aim to advance the intelligent design and discovery of metallic materials,promoting efficient knowledge transfer and collaborative innovation in materials science.
基金National Social Science Fund of China(18KXS009)the Sichuan Provincial Soft Science Program(22JDR0261)the Sichuan University“From 0 to 1”Innovation Research Program(2021CXC10)。
文摘In the context of the revolution in new technologies,a key question is whether the rapid growth of the digital economy,driven by digital technologies,has improved regional innovation performance.Using inter-provincial panel data from China(2012–2022)and adopting a business environment perspective,this study applies a Panel Extended Regression Model(PERM),a Panel Simultaneous Equation Model(PSEM),and a Tobit-IV model to analyze how the development of the digital economy influences regional innovation.The results reveal a pronounced U-shaped relationship between the digital economy and the regional innovation performance at the provincial level in China,with the business environment serving as a significant mediator in this relationship.Moreover,regional innovation performance in China exhibits a“ratchet effect,”with the impact of the digital economy varying markedly across regions.While the eastern and western regions have entered an upward phase,whereby the digital economy boosts innovation,the central region displays a weaker effect.Further analysis indicates that the synergy between the business environment and the digital economy in driving innovation remains suboptimal.These findings were supported by robust checks.This study offers theoretical insights and empirical evidence that support the coordinated development of digital government and the digital factor market,as well as business environment reforms that are in alignment with the innovation demands of the digital era.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.51706105)。
文摘Al/NH_(4)CoF_(3)-Φ(Φ=0.5,1.0,1.5,2.0,and 3.0)binary composites and Al-NH_(4)CoF_(3)@P(VDF-HFP)ternary composites are fabricated via ultrasonication-assisted blending and electrostatic spraying.The effect of equivalence ratio(Φ)on the reaction properties is systematically investigated in the binary Al/NH_(4)CoF_(3)system.For ternary systems,electrostatic spraying allows both components to be efficiently encapsulated by P(VDF-HFP)and to achieve structural stabilization and enhanced reactivity through synergistic interfacial interactions.Morphological analysis using SEM/TEM revealed that P(VDF-HFP)formed a protective layer on Al and NH_(4)CoF_(3)particles,improving dispersion,hydrophobicity(water contact angle increased by 80.5%compared to physically mixed composites),and corrosion resistance.Thermal decomposition of NH_(4)CoF_(3)occurred at 265℃,releasing NH_(3)and HF,which triggered exothermic reactions with Al.The ternary composites exhibited a narrowed main reaction temperature range and concentrated heat release,attributed to improved interfacial contact and polymer decomposition.Combustion tests demonstrated that Al-NH_(4)CoF_(3)@P(VDF-HFP)achieved self-sustaining combustion.In addition,a simple validation was done by replacing the Al component in the aluminium-containing propellant,demonstrating its potential application in the propellant field.This work establishes a novel strategy for designing stable,high-energy composites with potential applications in advanced propulsion systems.
文摘Isolation technology can reduce the type of structural damage that earthquakes cause.A new type of composite sliding-rolling friction composite seismic isolation bearing(SRF)with composite sliding friction and rolling friction is proposed.SRF is capable of realizing a parallel arrangement of sliding friction and rolling friction,and the coefficient of dynamic friction shows variability.The proposed static tests on composite bearings were conducted to investigate the effects of the number of shims,loading speed and vertical pressure on the dynamic friction factor.Test results show that the coefficient of dynamic friction first generally decreases and then increases with an increase in sliding speed,prior to again decreasing with an increase in vertical pressure.The dynamic friction factor increases and then decreases with an increase in the number of shims for a four-roll ball.It decreases and then increases with an increase in the number of shims for a five-roll ball.Based on finite element analysis,modeling and analyzing the effects of the coefficient of friction,the number of balls and the number of shims on the hysteresis performance of the support and derive its skeleton curve.The SRF hysteretic performance,dynamic friction factor and the number of rolling balls and shims show significant correlation.
基金supported and funded by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2023YFD1300801)the Agricultural Science and Technology Innovation Program in Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences(ASTIP-IAS-08)。
文摘Background The decline in reproductive performance of aged hens is mainly attributed to oxidative damage in reproductive organs,hepatic lipid metabolism disorders,and intestinal microbiota dysbiosis.Glycyrrhizin(GL)has been proven to enhance antioxidant capacity,regulate lipid metabolism and gut microbiota in mammals,but its efficacy in hens remains unclear.Hence,this study aimed to investigate whether dietary GL supplementation improves reproductive performance in hens during the late laying stage by modulating intestinal microbiota composition,hepatic lipid metabolism and ovarian antioxidant status.Results Dietary supplementation with 100 mg/kg GL significantly improved the egg production rate,egg quality,and hatching rate in aged breeder hens(P<0.05).GL supplementation also increased the serum levels of HDLC,TP and ALB,and enhanced the antioxidant capacity in both serum and ovary(P<0.05).In addition,dietary GL elevated the serum progesterone(P4)levels by enhancing the transcription level of steroid synthesis key enzymes(CYP11A1 and 3β-HSD)in the ovary(P<0.05).Dietary GL also promoted the synthesis and transport of vitellogenin(VTG)by upregulating the VTG-Ⅱ(P<0.05)and APOV1(P=0.077)expression levels in the liver,thereby increasing the number of grade follicles and small yellow follicles.Moreover,dietary GL enhanced hepatic fatty acidβ-oxidation by upregulating PPARαand CPT-I(P<0.05),and downregulating ACC expression levels(P<0.05).In agreement,liver metabolomics analysis revealed that dietary GL supplementation significantly altered hepatic metabolism,with 389 differentially identified metabolites(P<0.05).The key metabolites(e.g.,taurocholic acid,tauroursodeoxycholic acid,nicotinuric acid,glycodeoxycholic acid(hydrate))were identified,and they were mainly functionally enriched in betaalanine metabolism nicotinate,taurine and hypotaurine metabolism(P<0.05).Finally,16S rRNA gene sequencing revealed that dietary GL reversed age-induced changes in gut microbiota composition,characterized by a significant increase in Lactobacillus abundance and a decrease in Bacteroides(P<0.05).Conclusions These results collectively demonstrate that dietary supplementation with 100 mg/kg GL improved reproductive performance by reversing age-induced changes in gut microbiota,enhancing hepatic vitellogenin synthesis,and ameliorating ovarian function in aged breeder hens.This study suggests that dietary GL is a potential strategy to improve reproductive performance in broiler breeder hens during the late laying period.
文摘The purpose of this paper is to make an assessment on the performance of a fiber reinforced plastic(FRP)helmet-head system subjected to ballistic impact.Firstly,a finite element(FE)model for the human head is developed.Constitutive models for each component of the head are determined and,in particular,strain rate effects of the compact bone of the skull and the hyperelastic property of the scalp are taken into account for the first time.Secondly,an FE model for Kevlar fiber reinforced plastic(KFRP)helmet is constructed based on the personal armor system for ground troops(PASGT)helmet.Recently developed dynamic constitutive models for metals and FRP laminates are employed for full metal jacketed(FMJ)bullet and the KFRP helmet.Finally,both the head and the helmet models are validated against available test data.Furthermore,the effects of various factors such as padding system,impact position,and projectile type on the ballistic performance of the helmet-head system have been systematically investigated with special attention being paid to the severity of head injury.It is found that the performance of the helmet with OA foam is advantageous over that of the helmet with strap-netting in head injury prevention.It is also found that a lower velocity(358 m/s)FMJ bullet poses more threats to head injury than a higher velocity(610 m/s)fragment-simulating projectile for the PASGT helmet-head system.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(No.2023YFC3707900)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.51978157).
文摘Biochar and zero-valent iron are promising materials for the removal of trichloroethylene(TCE)from groundwater,but further research is still required on the synergistic mechanism and hydraulic performance in the permeable reactive barriers(PRBs)with biochar-iron composites.In this work,biochar-iron composites were synthesized by two different methods,and subjected to the microscopic analysis,batch experiments and the PRB’s model tests.The results indicated that the removal rates of TCE on biochar-iron composites reached above 90%,and the optimal removal conditions were the initial pH of 6.0 and a biochar/iron mass ratio of 5:1.The removal of TCE on biochar-iron composites followed the pseudo-second-order and Freundlich models,and the maximum adsorption capacity of TCE was 25.95 mg/g.The adsorption of biochar and dechlorination of nZVI dominated the removal of TCE.Biochar significantly enhanced the dechlorination of TCE on nZVI through modifying the electrochemical characteristics to lower its corrosion potential of nZVI,promote direct electron transfer,and improve electronic transfer capability.M-5BC-1nZVI exhibited excellent hydraulic performance for maintaining an adequate permeability coefficient(10^(−6)to 10^(−5)m/s).
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.12402268)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(Grant No.30925010410)。
文摘The core components of an aircraft and the source of its lift are its wings,but lift generation is disrupted by the high temperature and pressure generated on the wing surface when an aircraft gun is fired.Here,to investigate how this process influences the aerodynamic parameters of aircraft wings,the k-ωshearstress-transport turbulence model and the nested dynamic grid technique are used to analyze numerically the transient process of the muzzle jet of a 30-mm small-caliber aircraft gun in highaltitude(10 km)flight with an incoming Mach number of Ma=0.8.For comparison,two other models are established,one with no projectile and the other with no wing.The results indicate that when the aircraft gun is fired,the muzzle jet acts on the wing,creating a pressure field thereon.The uneven distribution of high pressure greatly reduces the lift of the aircraft,causing oscillations in its drag and disrupting its dynamic balance,thereby affecting its flight speed and attitude.Meanwhile,the muzzle jet is obstructed by the wing,and its flow field is distorted and deformed,developing upward toward the wing.Because of the influence of the incoming flow,the shockwave front of the projectile changes from a smooth spherical shape to an irregular one,and the motion parameters of the projectile are also greatly affected by oscillations.The present results provide an important theoretical basis for how the guns of fighter aircraft influence the aerodynamic performance of the wings.
