Integration of sensors with engineering thermoplastics allows to track their health and surrounding stimuli.As one of vital backbones to construct sensor systems,copper(Cu)is highly conductive and cost-effective,yet t...Integration of sensors with engineering thermoplastics allows to track their health and surrounding stimuli.As one of vital backbones to construct sensor systems,copper(Cu)is highly conductive and cost-effective,yet tends to easily oxidize during and after processing.Herein,an in-situ integrated sensor system on engineering thermoplastics via hybrid laser direct writing is proposed,which primarily consists of laser-passivated functional Cu interconnects and laser-induced carbon-based sensors.Through a one-step photothermal treatment,the resulting functional Cu interconnects after reductive sintering and passivation are capable of resisting long-term oxidation failure at high temperatures(up to 170℃)without additional encapsulations.Interfacing with signal processing units,such an all-in-one system is applied for long-term and real-time temperature monitoring.This integrated sensor system with facile laser manufacturing strategies holds potentials for health monitoring and fault diagnosis of advanced equipment such as aircrafts,automobiles,high-speed trains,and medical devices.展开更多
Traditional p-type colloidal quantum dot(CQD)hole transport layers(HTLs)used in CQD solar cells(CQDSCs)are commonly based on organic ligands exchange and the layer-by-layer(LbL)technique.Nonetheless,the ligand detachm...Traditional p-type colloidal quantum dot(CQD)hole transport layers(HTLs)used in CQD solar cells(CQDSCs)are commonly based on organic ligands exchange and the layer-by-layer(LbL)technique.Nonetheless,the ligand detachment and complex fabrication process introduce surface defects,compromising device stability and efficiency.In this work,we propose a solution-phase ligand exchange(SPLE)method utilizing inorganic ligands to develop stable p-type lead sulfide(PbS)CQD inks for the first time.Various amounts of tin(Ⅱ)iodide(SnI_(2))were mixed with lead halide(PbX_(2);X=I,Br)in the ligand solution.By precisely controlling the SnI_(2)concentration,we regulate the transition of PbS QDs from n-type to p-type.PbS CQDSCs were fabricated using two different HTL approaches:one with 1,2-ethanedithiol(EDT)-passivated QDs via the LbL method(control)and another with inorganic ligand-passivated QD ink(target).The target devices achieved a higher power conversion efficiency(PCE)of 10.93%,compared to 9.83%for the control devices.This improvement is attributed to reduced interfacial defects and enhanced carrier mobility.The proposed technique offers an efficient pathway for producing stable p-type PbS CQD inks using inorganic ligands,paving the way for high-performance and flexible CQD-based optoelectronic devices.展开更多
As a novel 2D material,Ti_(3)C_(2)T_(x)-MXene has become a major area of interest in the field of microwave absorption(MA).However,the MA effect of common Ti_(3)C_(2)T_(x)-MXene is not prominent and often requires com...As a novel 2D material,Ti_(3)C_(2)T_(x)-MXene has become a major area of interest in the field of microwave absorption(MA).However,the MA effect of common Ti_(3)C_(2)T_(x)-MXene is not prominent and often requires complex processes or combinations of other ma-terials to achieve enhanced performance.In this context,a kind of gradient woodpile structure using common Ti_(3)C_(2)T_(x)-MXene as MA ma-terial was designed and manufactured through direct ink writing(DIW)3D printing.The minimum reflection loss(RL_(min))of the Ti_(3)C_(2)T_(x)-MXene-based gradient woodpile structures with a thickness of less than 3 mm can reach-70 dB,showing considerable improve-ment compared with that of a completely filled structure.In addition,the effective absorption bandwidth(EAB)reaches 7.73 GHz.This study demonstrates that a Ti_(3)C_(2)T_(x)-MXene material with excellent MA performance and tunable frequency band can be successfully fab-ricated with a macroscopic structural design and through DIW 3D printing without complex material hybridization and modification,of-fering broad application prospects by reducing electromagnetic wave radiation and interference.展开更多
In order to study the preferred skin color for printing images,two CMYK images from ISO 400 and one from iStock,including five skin color images of East Asian females was selected in this study.The images were adjuste...In order to study the preferred skin color for printing images,two CMYK images from ISO 400 and one from iStock,including five skin color images of East Asian females was selected in this study.The images were adjusted with the CMYK printing ink volume variation of the single,double and triple channels in the given 280%total ink limit conditions.A larger number of color vision normal observers were organized to carry out the color preference evaluation experiment,and the selected preferred skin colors were analyzed.The distribution range of the chromaticity values for skin color images were obtained and the results indicated that there are three regions for printing skin color preferences,and the observers have a memory preference for brighter,fairer skin colors in young female and a reddish skin colors in girl,which can provide the guidance for color adjustment of printed skin color images.展开更多
This study examines the development of painting techniques of Chinese ink wash landscape paintings,pays attention to its unique brush and ink language and features of the representation of elements,and deeply analyzes...This study examines the development of painting techniques of Chinese ink wash landscape paintings,pays attention to its unique brush and ink language and features of the representation of elements,and deeply analyzes the artistic characteristics of digital ink wash texture materials.The research focuses on key aspects such as the ink brushstrokes with the combination of emptiness and reality,the profound and serene ink wash space,and the extremely ingenious position layout.It proposes a construction path of digital ink wash texture materials based on the Blender material node system.This method makes use of the flexibility of the Blender material node system to successfully simulate highly realistic digital ink wash textures.It can not only construct static ink wash textures but also realize the dynamic transformation of static ink wash works through animation nodes and procedural control,thereby enhancing the artistic expression of digital ink wash works.The proposal and implementation of this method expand the application scope of the Blender material node system,help deeply explore the potential of digital ink wash art,and open up a brand new research path for constructing digital ink wash textures.展开更多
Compared to subtractive manufacturing and casting,3D printing(additive manufacturing)offers advantages,such as the rapid production of complex structures,reduced material waste,and environmental friendliness.Direct in...Compared to subtractive manufacturing and casting,3D printing(additive manufacturing)offers advantages,such as the rapid production of complex structures,reduced material waste,and environmental friendliness.Direct ink writing(DIW)is one of the most popular 3D printing techniques owing to its ability to print multiple materials simultaneously and its high compatibility with printing inks.However,DIW presents significant challenges,particularly in the printing of high-performance polymers.The main challenges are as follows:1.The rigid structures and reaction kinetics of high-performance polymers make developing new inks difficult.2.The limited types of available high-performance polymers underscore the need for new DIW-suitable materials.3.Layer-by-layer stacking weakens interlayer bonding,affecting the mechanical properties of the printed product.4.The accuracy and speed of DIW printing are insufficient for large-scale manufacturing.After introducing the topic,the requirements for DIW printing inks are first reviewed,emphasizing the importance of thixotropic agents.Then,research progress regarding DIW printing of high-performance polymers is comprehensively reviewed according to the requirements of different polymer inks.Additionally,the applications of these materials across various fields are summarized.Finally,the challenges in DIW printing of high-performance polymers,along with corresponding solutions and future development prospects,are discussed in detail.展开更多
Conversation B Susie:I know.Pencils are also better for drawing.You can make lines lighter or darker.Sam:But you have to sharpen pencils or add lead to them.Susie:You do.But pencils last longer than pens.Pen ink can d...Conversation B Susie:I know.Pencils are also better for drawing.You can make lines lighter or darker.Sam:But you have to sharpen pencils or add lead to them.Susie:You do.But pencils last longer than pens.Pen ink can dry out,but pencil lead doesn’t.Sam:But words look neater when you write in pen.Susie:They do.So,which pen do you want?Sam:One with blue ink,thanks.展开更多
Flexible electronic technology has laid the foundation for complex human-computer interaction system,and has attracted great attention in the field of human motion detection and soft robotics.Graphene has received an ...Flexible electronic technology has laid the foundation for complex human-computer interaction system,and has attracted great attention in the field of human motion detection and soft robotics.Graphene has received an extensive attention due to its excellent electrical conductivity;however,how to use it to fabricate wearable flexible sensors with complex structures remains challenging.In this study,we studied the rheological behavior of graphene/polydimethylsiloxane ink and proposed an optimal graphene ratio,which makes the ink have an good printability and conductivity at the same time.Then,based on the theory of Peano fractal layout,we proposed a two-dimensional structure that can withstand multi-directional tension by replacing the traditional arris structure with the arc structure.After that,we manufactured circular arc fractal structure sensor by adjusting ink composition and printing structure through direct ink writing method.Finally,we evaluated the detection performance and repeatability of the sensor.This method provides a simple and effective solution for fabricating wearable flexible sensors and exhibits the potential to fabricate 3D complex flexible electronic devices.展开更多
As sunlight streams through floor-to-ceiling windows and falls gently upon the bookshelves,readers-seated or standing-immerse themselves in the rich literary world created by ink and paper.
This study systemmatically investigated the effects of solid content and dispersant content on the physicochemical properties of ZnO-SnO_(2) composite ink.The experimental results show that even with the use of low-mo...This study systemmatically investigated the effects of solid content and dispersant content on the physicochemical properties of ZnO-SnO_(2) composite ink.The experimental results show that even with the use of low-molecular-weight PEG400 dispersant,gas-sensitive ink with high solid content and good suspension stability can be obtained,which is advantageous for low-temperature film formation and can effectively prevent property changes and film crack of high-temperature-sintering-induced material.Under this condition,the ink at a 15wt%solid content and 2wt%-10wt%PEG400 has good film-forming ability and high adhesion strength on the micro-electromechanical system(MEMS)micro-hotplates.Especially,the MEMS sensor printed using the ink of 6wt%PEG400 shows highest sensitivity,favorable impact resistance,thermal shock resistance,and up to 8 years of service life.展开更多
The polysaccharides from Sepia esculenta ink are potential candidates for biomedical applications due to their functional properties.In our study,a heteropolysaccharide,SE-1,isolated from Sepia esculenta ink,had a mol...The polysaccharides from Sepia esculenta ink are potential candidates for biomedical applications due to their functional properties.In our study,a heteropolysaccharide,SE-1,isolated from Sepia esculenta ink,had a molecular weight of 13.1 kDa and a monosaccharide composition of Man:GlcN:GlcUA:GalN:Xyl:Fuc=1.00:1.38:0.65:2.89:0.76:1.99.Through partial acid hydrolysis,me-thylation and one-and two-dimensional nuclear magnetic resonance(1D and 2D NMR)spectroscopic analyses,it is indicated that the structure of SE-1 consists of→4)-α-D-GlcpNAc-(1→,→4)-α-L-Fucp-(1→,→3)-α-D-GalpNAc-(1→,→2,6)-α-D-Manp-(1→and→3)-β-D-GlcpUA-(1→as the main chain and single terminalβ-D-Xylp-(1→,which links to O-2 of(1→2,6)-α-Manp,as the side chain.A new aminosugar-abundant heteropolysaccharide was isolated from S.esculenta ink for the first time.展开更多
Quantumdot inks(QDIs)represent an emerging functionalmaterial that integrates nanotechnology and fluid engineering,demonstrating significant application potential in flexible optoelectronics and high-color gamut displ...Quantumdot inks(QDIs)represent an emerging functionalmaterial that integrates nanotechnology and fluid engineering,demonstrating significant application potential in flexible optoelectronics and high-color gamut displays.Their wide applicability is due to a unique quantum confinement effect that enables precise spectral tunability and solution-processable properties.However,the complex fluid dynamics associated with QDIs at micro-/nano-scales severely limit the accuracy of inkjet printing and pattern deposition.This review systematically addresses recent advances in the hydrodynamics of QDIs,establishing scientific mechanisms and key technical breakthroughs from an interdisciplinary perspective.Current research has focused on three optimization directions:(1)regulating ligand structures to enhance colloidal stability,flow consistency,and anti-shear performance while mitigating nanoparticle aggregation;(2)incorporating low-viscosity or high-volatility solvents and surface tension modifiers to modify droplet dynamic characteristics and suppress the“coffee-ring”effect;(3)integrating advanced technologies such as electrohydrodynamic jetting and microfluidic targeted deposition to achieve submicron pattern resolution and high film uniformity,expanding adaptability in flexible electronics,biosensing,and anti-counterfeiting printing.A comparison of current technical routes and critical performance indicators has identified the dominant variables that influence QDI macroscopic/microscopic properties.A comprehensive analytical framework is presented which spans material structure,rheological behavior,manufacturing processes,and functional characteristics.Moreover,a proposed engineering‘structure–parameter–behavior–performance’serves to link core–shell structure,formulation parameters(e.g.,viscosity and surface tension),fluidic behavior(e.g.,shear thinning and Marangoni flow),and device performance(e.g.,resolution and photoluminescence efficiency).The findings provide theoretical support and decision-making guidance for the large-scale application and interdisciplinary expansion of QDIs.展开更多
Wireless millirobots engineered to infiltrate intricate vascular networks within living organisms,particularly within constricted and confined spaces,hold immense promise for the future of medical treatments.However,w...Wireless millirobots engineered to infiltrate intricate vascular networks within living organisms,particularly within constricted and confined spaces,hold immense promise for the future of medical treatments.However,with their multifaceted and intricate designs,some robots often grapple with motion and functionality issues when confronted with tight spaces characterized by small cross-sectional dimensions.In this study,drawing inspiration from the high aspect ratio and undulating swimming patterns of snakes,a millimeter-scale,snake-like robot was designed and fabricated via a combination of extrusion-based four-dimensional(4D)printing and magnetic-responsive intelligent functional inks.A sophisticated motion control strategy was also developed,which enables the robots to perform various dynamic movements,such as undulating swimming,precise turns,graceful circular motions,and coordinated cluster movements,under diverse magnetic field variations.As a potential application,the snake robot can navigate and release drugs in a model coronary intervention vessel with tortuous channels and fluid filling.The novel design and promising applications of this snake robot are invaluable tools in future medical surgeries and interventions.展开更多
To overcome reliance on molds and the difficulty of fabricating complex geometries with traditional C/C composites,direct ink writing(DIW)with UV/heat dual curing was employed to produce high-performance C/C composite...To overcome reliance on molds and the difficulty of fabricating complex geometries with traditional C/C composites,direct ink writing(DIW)with UV/heat dual curing was employed to produce high-performance C/C composites.The rheological properties of the composite inks were systematically analyzed to assess the effects of phenolic resin(PR)and carbon fiber(CF)content.Results show pronounced shear-thinning behavior and strong thixotropy-both essential for stable DIW.Additionally,UV/heat curing behavior was characterized to provide theoretical insights for optimizing curing parameters.Notably,CF addition is found to significantly attenuate UV light penetration compared to pure PR.As CF content increases,the critical UV irradiation energy rises sharply from 68.47 to 911.19 mJ/cm^(2),necessitating precise adjustments to curing parameters.Preforms were pyrolyzed in a carbon tube furnace to examine pore-formation characteristics,and chemical vapor infiltration(CVI)was applied to filling the resulting pores,yielding C/C composites with a flexural strength of 115.19 MPa.展开更多
Scalable fabrication of efficient wide-bandgap(WBG)perovskite solar cells(PSCs)is crucial to realize the full commercial potential of tandem solar cells.However,there are challenges in fabricating efficient methylammo...Scalable fabrication of efficient wide-bandgap(WBG)perovskite solar cells(PSCs)is crucial to realize the full commercial potential of tandem solar cells.However,there are challenges in fabricating efficient methylammonium-free(MA-free)WBG PSCs by blade coating,especially its phase separation and films stability.In this work,an MA-free WBG perovskite ink is developed for preparing FA_(0.8)Cs_(0.2)Pb(I_(0.75)Br_(0.25))_(3)films by blade coating in ambient air.Among various A-site iodides,RbI is found to be the most effective in suppressing the precipitation of PbI_(2)induced by Pb(SCN)_(2)while keeping the enlarged grains.The distribution of Rb suggested that the Rb ions are kept isolated with the perovskite grains during the crystallization and Ostwald ripening processes,which contributes to the formation of the large-grain WBG perovskite film with minimum non-radiative recombination.As a result,a power conversion efficiency(PCE)of 23.0%was achieved on small-area WBG PSCs,while mini-modules with an aperture area of 10.5 cm^(2)exhibited a PCE of 20.2%,among the highest reported for solar cells prepared with WBG perovskites via blade coating.This work presents a scalable and reproducible fabrication strategy for stable MA-free WBG PSCs under ambient conditions,advancing their path toward commercialization.展开更多
Polyvinylidene fluoride/lead zirconate titanate(PVDF/PZT)composite films have been prepared by direct ink writing and the effect of PZT content on crystallization behavior and electrical properties of film were system...Polyvinylidene fluoride/lead zirconate titanate(PVDF/PZT)composite films have been prepared by direct ink writing and the effect of PZT content on crystallization behavior and electrical properties of film were systematically investigated.The composite films were characterized by scanning electron microscope(SEM),X-ray diffractometer(XRD),Flourier transform infrared spectroscope(FTIR)and differential scanning calorimeter(DSC).The results show that,surface modified PZT powder(PZT@PDA)is successfully coated by polydopamine(PDA),resulting in a large number of polar groups that interact with the-CF_(2)-groups in PVDF,inducing the generation of polarβphase due to hydrogen bonding formed in the interaction.Theβphase content in composite film increases with increasing PZT@PDA content,up to 28.09%as with 5 wt.%PZT@PDA.PZT@PDA plays a role of nucleating agent to promote the generation of polar phases in the film and also acts as an impurity hindering the growth of nuclei to reduce crystallinity.Moreover,the presence of PZT@PDA in interfaces provides more sites for the occurrence of interfacial polarization and thus improving the electrical properties of films.The composite film with 5 wt.%PZT@PDA possesses the highest dielectric constant(8.61)and residual polarization value(0.6803μC/cm^(2)).展开更多
1 In 2024,audiences were treated to something very special:new music by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.That's right-new Mozart music!2 Leipzig Municipal Libraries announced their exciting find.Researchers came across thi...1 In 2024,audiences were treated to something very special:new music by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.That's right-new Mozart music!2 Leipzig Municipal Libraries announced their exciting find.Researchers came across this lost work while updating the Köchel catalogue,a list of Mozart's compositions.The piece is a seven⁃movement string trio,written in the mid to late 1760s,when Mozart was very young.The handwritten manuscript,titled Serenate ex C,uses dark brown ink on off⁃white paper.Now,it's been renamed Ganz kleine Nachtmusik and lasts about 12 minutes.展开更多
基金STI 2030-Major Projects(2022ZD0208601)National Natural Science Foundation of China(52105593)+2 种基金Zhejiang Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China(LDQ24E050001)‘Pioneer’and‘Leading Goose’R&D Program of Zhejiang(2023C01051)Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(226-2024-00085)。
文摘Integration of sensors with engineering thermoplastics allows to track their health and surrounding stimuli.As one of vital backbones to construct sensor systems,copper(Cu)is highly conductive and cost-effective,yet tends to easily oxidize during and after processing.Herein,an in-situ integrated sensor system on engineering thermoplastics via hybrid laser direct writing is proposed,which primarily consists of laser-passivated functional Cu interconnects and laser-induced carbon-based sensors.Through a one-step photothermal treatment,the resulting functional Cu interconnects after reductive sintering and passivation are capable of resisting long-term oxidation failure at high temperatures(up to 170℃)without additional encapsulations.Interfacing with signal processing units,such an all-in-one system is applied for long-term and real-time temperature monitoring.This integrated sensor system with facile laser manufacturing strategies holds potentials for health monitoring and fault diagnosis of advanced equipment such as aircrafts,automobiles,high-speed trains,and medical devices.
基金supported by MEXT KAKENHI Grant(24K01295,26286013).
文摘Traditional p-type colloidal quantum dot(CQD)hole transport layers(HTLs)used in CQD solar cells(CQDSCs)are commonly based on organic ligands exchange and the layer-by-layer(LbL)technique.Nonetheless,the ligand detachment and complex fabrication process introduce surface defects,compromising device stability and efficiency.In this work,we propose a solution-phase ligand exchange(SPLE)method utilizing inorganic ligands to develop stable p-type lead sulfide(PbS)CQD inks for the first time.Various amounts of tin(Ⅱ)iodide(SnI_(2))were mixed with lead halide(PbX_(2);X=I,Br)in the ligand solution.By precisely controlling the SnI_(2)concentration,we regulate the transition of PbS QDs from n-type to p-type.PbS CQDSCs were fabricated using two different HTL approaches:one with 1,2-ethanedithiol(EDT)-passivated QDs via the LbL method(control)and another with inorganic ligand-passivated QD ink(target).The target devices achieved a higher power conversion efficiency(PCE)of 10.93%,compared to 9.83%for the control devices.This improvement is attributed to reduced interfacial defects and enhanced carrier mobility.The proposed technique offers an efficient pathway for producing stable p-type PbS CQD inks using inorganic ligands,paving the way for high-performance and flexible CQD-based optoelectronic devices.
基金support from the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2021YFB3701503)the Key Research and Development Program of Ningbo,China(No.2023Z107).
文摘As a novel 2D material,Ti_(3)C_(2)T_(x)-MXene has become a major area of interest in the field of microwave absorption(MA).However,the MA effect of common Ti_(3)C_(2)T_(x)-MXene is not prominent and often requires complex processes or combinations of other ma-terials to achieve enhanced performance.In this context,a kind of gradient woodpile structure using common Ti_(3)C_(2)T_(x)-MXene as MA ma-terial was designed and manufactured through direct ink writing(DIW)3D printing.The minimum reflection loss(RL_(min))of the Ti_(3)C_(2)T_(x)-MXene-based gradient woodpile structures with a thickness of less than 3 mm can reach-70 dB,showing considerable improve-ment compared with that of a completely filled structure.In addition,the effective absorption bandwidth(EAB)reaches 7.73 GHz.This study demonstrates that a Ti_(3)C_(2)T_(x)-MXene material with excellent MA performance and tunable frequency band can be successfully fab-ricated with a macroscopic structural design and through DIW 3D printing without complex material hybridization and modification,of-fering broad application prospects by reducing electromagnetic wave radiation and interference.
文摘In order to study the preferred skin color for printing images,two CMYK images from ISO 400 and one from iStock,including five skin color images of East Asian females was selected in this study.The images were adjusted with the CMYK printing ink volume variation of the single,double and triple channels in the given 280%total ink limit conditions.A larger number of color vision normal observers were organized to carry out the color preference evaluation experiment,and the selected preferred skin colors were analyzed.The distribution range of the chromaticity values for skin color images were obtained and the results indicated that there are three regions for printing skin color preferences,and the observers have a memory preference for brighter,fairer skin colors in young female and a reddish skin colors in girl,which can provide the guidance for color adjustment of printed skin color images.
基金Research results of the General Scientific Research Project of Zhejiang Education Department in 2024,“Research on the Digitalization of Song Yun Ink Painting-Taking the Ten Scenes of West Lake as an Example”(Project No.:Y202455200).
文摘This study examines the development of painting techniques of Chinese ink wash landscape paintings,pays attention to its unique brush and ink language and features of the representation of elements,and deeply analyzes the artistic characteristics of digital ink wash texture materials.The research focuses on key aspects such as the ink brushstrokes with the combination of emptiness and reality,the profound and serene ink wash space,and the extremely ingenious position layout.It proposes a construction path of digital ink wash texture materials based on the Blender material node system.This method makes use of the flexibility of the Blender material node system to successfully simulate highly realistic digital ink wash textures.It can not only construct static ink wash textures but also realize the dynamic transformation of static ink wash works through animation nodes and procedural control,thereby enhancing the artistic expression of digital ink wash works.The proposal and implementation of this method expand the application scope of the Blender material node system,help deeply explore the potential of digital ink wash art,and open up a brand new research path for constructing digital ink wash textures.
基金supported by National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant No.2022YFB3809000)Major Science and Technology Project of Gansu Province(Grant No.23ZDGA011)+1 种基金National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.22275199,52105224)the Strategic Priority Research Program of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(Grant No.XDB04701022021).
文摘Compared to subtractive manufacturing and casting,3D printing(additive manufacturing)offers advantages,such as the rapid production of complex structures,reduced material waste,and environmental friendliness.Direct ink writing(DIW)is one of the most popular 3D printing techniques owing to its ability to print multiple materials simultaneously and its high compatibility with printing inks.However,DIW presents significant challenges,particularly in the printing of high-performance polymers.The main challenges are as follows:1.The rigid structures and reaction kinetics of high-performance polymers make developing new inks difficult.2.The limited types of available high-performance polymers underscore the need for new DIW-suitable materials.3.Layer-by-layer stacking weakens interlayer bonding,affecting the mechanical properties of the printed product.4.The accuracy and speed of DIW printing are insufficient for large-scale manufacturing.After introducing the topic,the requirements for DIW printing inks are first reviewed,emphasizing the importance of thixotropic agents.Then,research progress regarding DIW printing of high-performance polymers is comprehensively reviewed according to the requirements of different polymer inks.Additionally,the applications of these materials across various fields are summarized.Finally,the challenges in DIW printing of high-performance polymers,along with corresponding solutions and future development prospects,are discussed in detail.
文摘Conversation B Susie:I know.Pencils are also better for drawing.You can make lines lighter or darker.Sam:But you have to sharpen pencils or add lead to them.Susie:You do.But pencils last longer than pens.Pen ink can dry out,but pencil lead doesn’t.Sam:But words look neater when you write in pen.Susie:They do.So,which pen do you want?Sam:One with blue ink,thanks.
基金the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2020YFB1313100)the Strategic Priority Research Program of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(No.XDA16020803)+2 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.51875557 and 52205319)the Research Equipment Development Program of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(No.YJKYYQ20190045)the Foundation of State Key Laboratory of Robotics(Nos.2021-Z01,2022-Z04 and 2023-Z01)。
文摘Flexible electronic technology has laid the foundation for complex human-computer interaction system,and has attracted great attention in the field of human motion detection and soft robotics.Graphene has received an extensive attention due to its excellent electrical conductivity;however,how to use it to fabricate wearable flexible sensors with complex structures remains challenging.In this study,we studied the rheological behavior of graphene/polydimethylsiloxane ink and proposed an optimal graphene ratio,which makes the ink have an good printability and conductivity at the same time.Then,based on the theory of Peano fractal layout,we proposed a two-dimensional structure that can withstand multi-directional tension by replacing the traditional arris structure with the arc structure.After that,we manufactured circular arc fractal structure sensor by adjusting ink composition and printing structure through direct ink writing method.Finally,we evaluated the detection performance and repeatability of the sensor.This method provides a simple and effective solution for fabricating wearable flexible sensors and exhibits the potential to fabricate 3D complex flexible electronic devices.
文摘As sunlight streams through floor-to-ceiling windows and falls gently upon the bookshelves,readers-seated or standing-immerse themselves in the rich literary world created by ink and paper.
基金Funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.62171331)the Hubei Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China(No.2020CFB188)the Sanya Science and Education Innovation Park of Wuhan University of Technology(No.2020KF0030)。
文摘This study systemmatically investigated the effects of solid content and dispersant content on the physicochemical properties of ZnO-SnO_(2) composite ink.The experimental results show that even with the use of low-molecular-weight PEG400 dispersant,gas-sensitive ink with high solid content and good suspension stability can be obtained,which is advantageous for low-temperature film formation and can effectively prevent property changes and film crack of high-temperature-sintering-induced material.Under this condition,the ink at a 15wt%solid content and 2wt%-10wt%PEG400 has good film-forming ability and high adhesion strength on the micro-electromechanical system(MEMS)micro-hotplates.Especially,the MEMS sensor printed using the ink of 6wt%PEG400 shows highest sensitivity,favorable impact resistance,thermal shock resistance,and up to 8 years of service life.
基金funded by the Natural Science Founda-tion of Zhejiang Province,China(No.LTGS23D060001)the Scientific Research Foundation for the Introduc-tion of Talent of Zhejiang Ocean University(No.JX6311130823).
文摘The polysaccharides from Sepia esculenta ink are potential candidates for biomedical applications due to their functional properties.In our study,a heteropolysaccharide,SE-1,isolated from Sepia esculenta ink,had a molecular weight of 13.1 kDa and a monosaccharide composition of Man:GlcN:GlcUA:GalN:Xyl:Fuc=1.00:1.38:0.65:2.89:0.76:1.99.Through partial acid hydrolysis,me-thylation and one-and two-dimensional nuclear magnetic resonance(1D and 2D NMR)spectroscopic analyses,it is indicated that the structure of SE-1 consists of→4)-α-D-GlcpNAc-(1→,→4)-α-L-Fucp-(1→,→3)-α-D-GalpNAc-(1→,→2,6)-α-D-Manp-(1→and→3)-β-D-GlcpUA-(1→as the main chain and single terminalβ-D-Xylp-(1→,which links to O-2 of(1→2,6)-α-Manp,as the side chain.A new aminosugar-abundant heteropolysaccharide was isolated from S.esculenta ink for the first time.
基金supported by the Shenzhen Polytechnic Research Fund(6023310025K)Post-doctoral Later-stage Foundation Project of Shenzhen Polytechnic(6023271017K)Horizontal Technology Development Project(6024260101K).
文摘Quantumdot inks(QDIs)represent an emerging functionalmaterial that integrates nanotechnology and fluid engineering,demonstrating significant application potential in flexible optoelectronics and high-color gamut displays.Their wide applicability is due to a unique quantum confinement effect that enables precise spectral tunability and solution-processable properties.However,the complex fluid dynamics associated with QDIs at micro-/nano-scales severely limit the accuracy of inkjet printing and pattern deposition.This review systematically addresses recent advances in the hydrodynamics of QDIs,establishing scientific mechanisms and key technical breakthroughs from an interdisciplinary perspective.Current research has focused on three optimization directions:(1)regulating ligand structures to enhance colloidal stability,flow consistency,and anti-shear performance while mitigating nanoparticle aggregation;(2)incorporating low-viscosity or high-volatility solvents and surface tension modifiers to modify droplet dynamic characteristics and suppress the“coffee-ring”effect;(3)integrating advanced technologies such as electrohydrodynamic jetting and microfluidic targeted deposition to achieve submicron pattern resolution and high film uniformity,expanding adaptability in flexible electronics,biosensing,and anti-counterfeiting printing.A comparison of current technical routes and critical performance indicators has identified the dominant variables that influence QDI macroscopic/microscopic properties.A comprehensive analytical framework is presented which spans material structure,rheological behavior,manufacturing processes,and functional characteristics.Moreover,a proposed engineering‘structure–parameter–behavior–performance’serves to link core–shell structure,formulation parameters(e.g.,viscosity and surface tension),fluidic behavior(e.g.,shear thinning and Marangoni flow),and device performance(e.g.,resolution and photoluminescence efficiency).The findings provide theoretical support and decision-making guidance for the large-scale application and interdisciplinary expansion of QDIs.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52105421 and 52373050)the Guangdong Provincial Natural Science Foundation,China(No.2022A1515011621)+1 种基金the Science and Technology Projects in Guangzhou,China(Nos.202102080330 and 2024A04J6446)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities,Sun Yat-sen University(No.22qntd0101).
文摘Wireless millirobots engineered to infiltrate intricate vascular networks within living organisms,particularly within constricted and confined spaces,hold immense promise for the future of medical treatments.However,with their multifaceted and intricate designs,some robots often grapple with motion and functionality issues when confronted with tight spaces characterized by small cross-sectional dimensions.In this study,drawing inspiration from the high aspect ratio and undulating swimming patterns of snakes,a millimeter-scale,snake-like robot was designed and fabricated via a combination of extrusion-based four-dimensional(4D)printing and magnetic-responsive intelligent functional inks.A sophisticated motion control strategy was also developed,which enables the robots to perform various dynamic movements,such as undulating swimming,precise turns,graceful circular motions,and coordinated cluster movements,under diverse magnetic field variations.As a potential application,the snake robot can navigate and release drugs in a model coronary intervention vessel with tortuous channels and fluid filling.The novel design and promising applications of this snake robot are invaluable tools in future medical surgeries and interventions.
基金supported by State Key Laboratory of Powder Metallurgy,Central South University,Changsha,China.
文摘To overcome reliance on molds and the difficulty of fabricating complex geometries with traditional C/C composites,direct ink writing(DIW)with UV/heat dual curing was employed to produce high-performance C/C composites.The rheological properties of the composite inks were systematically analyzed to assess the effects of phenolic resin(PR)and carbon fiber(CF)content.Results show pronounced shear-thinning behavior and strong thixotropy-both essential for stable DIW.Additionally,UV/heat curing behavior was characterized to provide theoretical insights for optimizing curing parameters.Notably,CF addition is found to significantly attenuate UV light penetration compared to pure PR.As CF content increases,the critical UV irradiation energy rises sharply from 68.47 to 911.19 mJ/cm^(2),necessitating precise adjustments to curing parameters.Preforms were pyrolyzed in a carbon tube furnace to examine pore-formation characteristics,and chemical vapor infiltration(CVI)was applied to filling the resulting pores,yielding C/C composites with a flexural strength of 115.19 MPa.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.62204211)the Australian Research Council(ARC)Discovery Early Career Researcher Award Fellowship(DE230100163)+1 种基金support of the Henry Royce Institute for Advanced Materials through the Industrial Collaboration Programme and MATcelerateZero(EPSRC Grant EP/X527257/1)support for the NEXTCCUS project(Project ID:327327)from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero,the ACT program,and Horizon 2020(Project No.691712).
文摘Scalable fabrication of efficient wide-bandgap(WBG)perovskite solar cells(PSCs)is crucial to realize the full commercial potential of tandem solar cells.However,there are challenges in fabricating efficient methylammonium-free(MA-free)WBG PSCs by blade coating,especially its phase separation and films stability.In this work,an MA-free WBG perovskite ink is developed for preparing FA_(0.8)Cs_(0.2)Pb(I_(0.75)Br_(0.25))_(3)films by blade coating in ambient air.Among various A-site iodides,RbI is found to be the most effective in suppressing the precipitation of PbI_(2)induced by Pb(SCN)_(2)while keeping the enlarged grains.The distribution of Rb suggested that the Rb ions are kept isolated with the perovskite grains during the crystallization and Ostwald ripening processes,which contributes to the formation of the large-grain WBG perovskite film with minimum non-radiative recombination.As a result,a power conversion efficiency(PCE)of 23.0%was achieved on small-area WBG PSCs,while mini-modules with an aperture area of 10.5 cm^(2)exhibited a PCE of 20.2%,among the highest reported for solar cells prepared with WBG perovskites via blade coating.This work presents a scalable and reproducible fabrication strategy for stable MA-free WBG PSCs under ambient conditions,advancing their path toward commercialization.
基金Project(22020JJ4729)supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Hunan Province,China。
文摘Polyvinylidene fluoride/lead zirconate titanate(PVDF/PZT)composite films have been prepared by direct ink writing and the effect of PZT content on crystallization behavior and electrical properties of film were systematically investigated.The composite films were characterized by scanning electron microscope(SEM),X-ray diffractometer(XRD),Flourier transform infrared spectroscope(FTIR)and differential scanning calorimeter(DSC).The results show that,surface modified PZT powder(PZT@PDA)is successfully coated by polydopamine(PDA),resulting in a large number of polar groups that interact with the-CF_(2)-groups in PVDF,inducing the generation of polarβphase due to hydrogen bonding formed in the interaction.Theβphase content in composite film increases with increasing PZT@PDA content,up to 28.09%as with 5 wt.%PZT@PDA.PZT@PDA plays a role of nucleating agent to promote the generation of polar phases in the film and also acts as an impurity hindering the growth of nuclei to reduce crystallinity.Moreover,the presence of PZT@PDA in interfaces provides more sites for the occurrence of interfacial polarization and thus improving the electrical properties of films.The composite film with 5 wt.%PZT@PDA possesses the highest dielectric constant(8.61)and residual polarization value(0.6803μC/cm^(2)).
文摘1 In 2024,audiences were treated to something very special:new music by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.That's right-new Mozart music!2 Leipzig Municipal Libraries announced their exciting find.Researchers came across this lost work while updating the Köchel catalogue,a list of Mozart's compositions.The piece is a seven⁃movement string trio,written in the mid to late 1760s,when Mozart was very young.The handwritten manuscript,titled Serenate ex C,uses dark brown ink on off⁃white paper.Now,it's been renamed Ganz kleine Nachtmusik and lasts about 12 minutes.
