In recent years,there has been an increasing need for climate information across diverse sectors of society.This demand has arisen from the necessity to adapt to and mitigate the impacts of climate variability and cha...In recent years,there has been an increasing need for climate information across diverse sectors of society.This demand has arisen from the necessity to adapt to and mitigate the impacts of climate variability and change.Likewise,this period has seen a significant increase in our understanding of the physical processes and mechanisms that drive precipitation and its variability across different regions of Africa.By leveraging a large volume of climate model outputs,numerous studies have investigated the model representation of African precipitation as well as underlying physical processes.These studies have assessed whether the physical processes are well depicted and whether the models are fit for informing mitigation and adaptation strategies.This paper provides a review of the progress in precipitation simulation overAfrica in state-of-the-science climate models and discusses the major issues and challenges that remain.展开更多
BACKGROUND Orthopaedic surgical education has traditionally depended on the apprenticeship model of“see one,do one,teach one”.However,reduced operative exposure,stricter work-hour regulations,medicolegal constraints...BACKGROUND Orthopaedic surgical education has traditionally depended on the apprenticeship model of“see one,do one,teach one”.However,reduced operative exposure,stricter work-hour regulations,medicolegal constraints,and patient safety concerns have constrained its practicality.Simulation-based training has become a reliable,safe,and cost-efficient alternative.Dry lab techniques,especially virtual and augmented reality,make up 78%of current dry lab research,whereas wet labs still set the standard for anatomical realism.AIM To evaluate the effectiveness,limitations,and future directions of wet and dry lab simulation in orthopaedic training.METHODS A scoping review was carried out across four databases-PubMed,Cochrane Library,Web of Science,and EBSCOhost-up to 2025.Medical Subject Headings included:"Orthopaedic Education","Wet Lab","Dry Lab","Simulation Training","Virtual Reality",and"Surgical Procedure".Eligible studies focused on orthopaedic or spinal surgical education,employed wet or dry lab techniques,and assessed training effectiveness.Exclusion criteria consisted of non-English publications,abstracts only,non-orthopaedic research,and studies unrelated to simulation.Two reviewers independently screened titles,abstracts,and full texts,resolving discrepancies with a third reviewer.RESULTS From 1851 records,101 studies met inclusion:78 on dry labs,7 on wet labs,4 on both.Virtual reality(VR)simulations were most common,with AI increasingly used for feedback and assessment.Cadaveric training remains the gold standard for accuracy and tactile feedback,while dry labs-especially VR-offer scalability,lower cost(40%-60%savings in five studies),and accessibility for novices.Senior residents prefer wet labs for complex tasks;juniors favour dry labs for basics.Challenges include limited transferability data,lack of standard outcome metrics,and ethical concerns about cadaver use and AI assessment.CONCLUSION Wet and dry labs each have unique strengths in orthopaedic training.A hybrid approach combining both,supported by standardised assessments and outcome studies,is most effective.Future efforts should aim for uniform reporting,integrating new technologies,and policy support for hybrid curricula to enhance skills and patient care.展开更多
This study introduces a new ocean surface friction velocity scheme and a modified Thompson cloud microphysics parameterization scheme into the CMA-TYM model.The impact of these two parameterization schemes on the pred...This study introduces a new ocean surface friction velocity scheme and a modified Thompson cloud microphysics parameterization scheme into the CMA-TYM model.The impact of these two parameterization schemes on the prediction of the movement track and intensity of Typhoon Kompasu in 2021 is examined.Additionally,the possible reasons for their effects on tropical cyclone(TC)intensity prediction are analyzed.Statistical results show that both parameterization schemes improve the predictions of Typhoon Kompasu’s track and intensity.The influence on track prediction becomes evident after 60 h of model integration,while the significant positive impact on intensity prediction is observed after 66 h.Further analysis reveals that these two schemes affect the timing and magnitude of extreme TC intensity values by influencing the evolution of the TC’s warm-core structure.展开更多
Analysis of the environmental and economic performance of fishing vessels has received limited attention compared with other ship types despite their notable contribution to global greenhouse gas(GHG)emissions.This st...Analysis of the environmental and economic performance of fishing vessels has received limited attention compared with other ship types despite their notable contribution to global greenhouse gas(GHG)emissions.This study evaluates the carbon footprint(CF)and economic viability of a liquefied natural gas(LNG)-fueled fishing vessel,using real engine operation simulations to provide precise and dynamic evaluation of fuel consumption and GHG emissions.Operational profiles are obtained through the utilization of onboard monitoring systems,whereas engine performance is simulated using the 1D/0D AVL Boost^(TM)model.Life cycle assessment(LCA)is conducted to quantify the environmental impact,whereas life cycle cost assessment(LCCA)is performed to analyze the profitability of LNG as an alternative fuel.The potential impact of the future fuel price uncertainties is addressed using Monte Carlo simulations.The LCA findings indicate that LNG has the potential to reduce the CF of the vessel by 14%to 16%,in comparison to a diesel power system configuration that serves as the baseline scenario.The LCCA results further indicate that the total cost of an LNG-powered ship is lower by 9.5%-13.8%,depending on the share of LNG and pilot fuels.This finding highlights the potential of LNG to produce considerable environmental benefits while addressing economic challenges under diverse operational and fuel price conditions.展开更多
In this study,we simulated the thermal behavior of the mud-brick walls of a Nubian vault.We used EnergyPlus software for the simulation.The results obtained showed that the indoor temperature varies from 25.5℃ to 26....In this study,we simulated the thermal behavior of the mud-brick walls of a Nubian vault.We used EnergyPlus software for the simulation.The results obtained showed that the indoor temperature varies from 25.5℃ to 26.5℃ for the period of January 2018.It varies from 33.2℃ to 33.6℃ with an average value of 33.1℃ for the month of April 2018.For the period of July 2018,it varies from 30.3℃ to 32.2℃ with an average value of 31.2℃..Relative humidity for the period of July ranged from 62.3%to 73.5%,with an average value of 67.9%.The simulation enabled us to compare simulated and measured temperature and humidity values.We found that the level of thermal comfort in the Nubian vault is acceptable in both cool and hot periods.In view of these results,we can say that the Nubian vault is an architecture suited to our climate.The technical concept of the Nubian vault is adapted to the climatic conditions and traditional know-how of the Sahel.We also found that the use of raw earth,a locally available material,and the Nubian vault architectural process,contribute to thermal comfort and a reappropriation of local and adapted know-how.展开更多
A new three-dimensional multiphase numerical model was built.The volume of fluid and k-ε turbulence models were used to investigate the hot metal ladle pouring process.During the pouring process,issues such as iron s...A new three-dimensional multiphase numerical model was built.The volume of fluid and k-ε turbulence models were used to investigate the hot metal ladle pouring process.During the pouring process,issues such as iron splashing,overflow,and significant heat loss are prevalent.To realize efficient and stable pouring,the effects of ladle tilting velocity,flow rate,and converter tilting angle on the pouring process were examined.The model was verified by comparing the actual pouring time with the numerical results.It is shown that there is a nonlinear relationship between pouring velocity and hot metal flow rate at the ladle mouth.As the mass flow increased and the converter tilting angle decreased,the impact point of the hot metal into the converter pool shifted from the side wall to the bottom,and the impact force increased accordingly.The pouring velocity curve was optimized by the volume difference of the ladle at different angles,and an empirical formula was derived.After the optimization of pouring speed,the flow rate was stabilized between 4000 and 6000 kg/s,and the pouring time was reduced by approximately 30 s.After applying this model in actual production,the hot metal temperature inside the converter increased by approximately 5℃statistically.This model is potential to enhance the production efficiency,stability,and safety of the pouring process between open containers.展开更多
Process of dynamic recrystallization(DRX)plays a crucial role in altering the microstructure and enhancing the mechanical characteristics of CrNiMoVW steel.However,its initiation mechanism,deformation conditions,and p...Process of dynamic recrystallization(DRX)plays a crucial role in altering the microstructure and enhancing the mechanical characteristics of CrNiMoVW steel.However,its initiation mechanism,deformation conditions,and predictive models remain insufficiently understood,requiring further research to optimize the processing technology.In the present study,hot compression experiments were carried out on 30CrNiMoVW steel under deformation conditions with temperatures ranging from 950 to 1,250℃and strain rates from 0.001 to 1 s~(-1),during which true stress-strain curves were obtained.Based on friction and temperature corrections applied to these curves,a constitutive equation for 30CrNiMoVW steel was established,and its accuracy was verified through fitting analysis.Simultaneously,the study identified limitations in the initial volume fraction model,prompting the development of a modified recrystallization volume fraction model that was validated via correlation analysis between experimental data and model predictions.Furthermore,building upon the modified recrystallization volume fraction model,a novel recrystallization rate model was developed,and three characteristic strain points were determined.These points segmented the rate curve into three stages:a slow initiation stage(0,ε1),a rapid growth stage(1,ε3),and a slow equilibrium stage(e3,0.9).Notably,the value ofε3 was considered the most economical,ensuring the formation of fine and uniform grains during production while optimizing the process,reducing energy consumption and costs,and enhancing overall material performance.Finally,based on the physical constitutive relationships and kinetic models,a multiscale simulation approach combining the finite element method(FEM)and cellular automata(CA)was employed to predict the microstructural evolution of 30CrNiMoVW steel.The simulation results demonstrate that the FEM&CA approach can accurately reproduce the dynamic recrystallization behavior and microstructural evolution observed experimentally.This work provides critical guidance for the development of forging processes for 30CrNiMoVW steel.展开更多
As a common fault of the aero-engine,the blade-casing rubbing(BCR)has the potential to cause catastrophic accidents.In this paper,to investigate the dynamic responses and wear characteristics of the system,the laminat...As a common fault of the aero-engine,the blade-casing rubbing(BCR)has the potential to cause catastrophic accidents.In this paper,to investigate the dynamic responses and wear characteristics of the system,the laminated shell element is used to establish the finite element model(FEM)of a flexibly coated casing system.Using the shell element,the blade is modeled,and the surface stress of the blade is calculated.The stress-solving method of the blade is validated through comparisons with the measured time-domain waveform of the stress.Then,a dynamic model of a blade-flexibly coated casing system with rubbing is proposed,accounting for the time-varying mass and stiffness of the casing caused by coating wear.The effects of the proposed flexible casing model are compared with those of a rigid casing model,and the stress changes induced by rubbing are investigated.The results show that the natural characteristics of the coated casing decrease due to the coating wear.The flexibly coated casing model is found to be more suitable for studying casing vibration.Additionally,the stress changes caused by rubbing are slight,and the change in the stress maximum is approximately 5%under the influence of the abrasive coating.展开更多
The numerical approximation of stochastic partial differential equations(SPDEs),particularly those including q-diffusion,poses considerable challenges due to the requirements for high-order precision,stability amongst...The numerical approximation of stochastic partial differential equations(SPDEs),particularly those including q-diffusion,poses considerable challenges due to the requirements for high-order precision,stability amongst random perturbations,and processing efficiency.Because of their simplicity,conventional numerical techniques like the Euler-Maruyama method are frequently employed to solve stochastic differential equations;nonetheless,they may have low-order accuracy and lower stability in stiff or high-resolution situations.This study proposes a novel computational scheme for solving SPDEs arising from a stochastic SEIR model with q-diffusion and a general incidence rate function.A proposed computational scheme can be used to solve stochastic partial differential equations.For spatial discretization,a compact scheme is chosen.The compact scheme can provide a sixth-order accurate solution.The proposed scheme can be considered an extension of the Euler Maruyama method.Stability and consistency in the mean square sense are also provided.For application purposes,the stochastic SEIR model is considered using q-diffusion effects.The scheme is used to solve the stochastic model and compared with the Euler-Maruyama method.The scheme is also compared with nonstandard finite difference method for solving deterministic models.In both cases,it performs better than existing schemes.Incorporating q-diffusion further enhanced the model’s ability to represent realistic spatial-temporal disease dynamics,especially in scenarios where classical diffusion is insufficient.展开更多
Structure-type rockbursts frequently occur in deep tunnels,with structural planes and stress conditions being critical factors in their formation.In this study,we utilized specially developed analogous materials that ...Structure-type rockbursts frequently occur in deep tunnels,with structural planes and stress conditions being critical factors in their formation.In this study,we utilized specially developed analogous materials that exhibit the high brittleness and strength characteristics of deep hard rock to construct physical models representing different types of structural planes,including composite,exposed,non-exposed,and throughgoing structural planes.Physical simulation experiments were conducted on structuretype rockbursts in deep horseshoe-shaped tunnels,focusing on strain differentiation characteristics,critical triggering conditions,critical crack opening displacement,the incubation process,the reduction effects of structural planes on failure intensity,and formation mechanisms.These experiments were complemented by acoustic and optical monitoring,as well as discrete element numerical simulations,to provide a comprehensive analysis.The results revealed that the most significant strain heterogeneity in the surrounding rock occurs at the tip of the structural plane along the tunnel's minimum principal stress direction,driven by the combined effects of tensile and shear forces.We quantitatively determined the critical stress and strain conditions for structure-type rockbursts and evaluated the intensity of rockbursts induced by different structural planes using critical crack opening displacement(COD)values,the uniformity coefficient,and the curvature coefficient.Analysis of acoustic emission events,including frequency,amplitude,and b-value,indicated that the macro-fracture process is governed by both the principal stress differential and the characteristics of the structural plane.Furthermore,using the bearing capacity reduction coefficient,we found that exposed structural planes have the most significant weakening effect on rock mass strength,followed by non-exposed and throughgoing structural planes.The analysis of average frequency(AF)and rise angle(RA)parameters revealed a close correlation between the failure modes of structure-type rockbursts,the rock mass structure,and the stress levels.These findings provide critical theoretical support for the prediction and prevention of structure-type rockburst disasters.展开更多
The analysis of the characteristics of the cushion process of the pneumatic cushion cylinder is presented, and the nonlinear model of pneumatic cushion cylinders is built in the form of nonlinear differential equation...The analysis of the characteristics of the cushion process of the pneumatic cushion cylinder is presented, and the nonlinear model of pneumatic cushion cylinders is built in the form of nonlinear differential equations. Besides, through the simulation of the pressure in the cushion chamber, the characteristics of the pneumatic cushion cylinder are obtained, which helps to understand the performance of the pneumatic cushion cylinder and improve or design the better cushion structure.展开更多
Cargo airdrop has long been one of the most important measures to deal with urgent immediate needs, such as providing as- sists in military operations and sending relief to disaster areas, just to name a few. Because ...Cargo airdrop has long been one of the most important measures to deal with urgent immediate needs, such as providing as- sists in military operations and sending relief to disaster areas, just to name a few. Because it is carried out during flight, it is necessary to investigate the influences of the drop process on flight characteristics to ensure successful execution of the task. This article mainly studies the modeling of flight systems in large flying transport planes with cargo moving in it. By buildi...展开更多
This paper presents two approaches for system-level simulation of force-balance accelerometers. The derivation of the system-level model is elaborated and simulation results are obtained from the implementation of tho...This paper presents two approaches for system-level simulation of force-balance accelerometers. The derivation of the system-level model is elaborated and simulation results are obtained from the implementation of those strategies on the fabricated silicon force-balance MEMS accelerometer. The mathematical model presented is implemented in VHDL- AMS and SIMULINK TM,respectively. The simulation results from the two approaches are compared and show a slight difference. Using VHDL-AMS is flexible,reusable,and more accurate. But there is not a mature solver developed for the language and this approach takes more time, while the simulation model can be easily built and quickly evaluated using SIMULINK.展开更多
In order to explore the influence of welding parameters and to investigate the Al alloy (AA) nugget formation process, a comprehensive model involving electrical-thermal-mechanical and metallurgical analysis was estab...In order to explore the influence of welding parameters and to investigate the Al alloy (AA) nugget formation process, a comprehensive model involving electrical-thermal-mechanical and metallurgical analysis was established to numerically display the resistance spot welding (RSW) process within multiple fields and understand the AA-RSW physics. A multi-disciplinary finite element method (FEM) framework and a empirical sub-model were built to analyze the affecting factors on weld nugget and the underlying nature of welding physics with dynamic simulation procedure. Specifically, a counter-intuitive phenomenon of the resistance time-variation caused by the transient inverse virtual variation (TIVV) effect was highlighted and analyzed on the basis of welding current and temperature distribution simulation. The empirical model describing the TIVV phenomenon was used for modifying the dynamic resistance simulation during the AA spot welding process. The numerical and experimental results show that the proposed multi-field FEM model agrees with the measured AA welding feature, and the modified dynamic resistance model captures the physics of nugget growth and the electrical-thermal behavior under varying welding current and fluctuating heat input.展开更多
AIGaN/GaN HEMTs are investigated by numerical simulation from the self-consistent solution of Schr6dinger-Poisson-hydrodynamic （HD） systems. The influences of polarization charge and quantum effects are considered i...AIGaN/GaN HEMTs are investigated by numerical simulation from the self-consistent solution of Schr6dinger-Poisson-hydrodynamic （HD） systems. The influences of polarization charge and quantum effects are considered in this model. Then the two-dimensional conduction band and electron distribution, electron temperature characteristics, Id versus Vd and Id versus Vg, transfer characteristics and transconductance curves are obtained. Corresponding analysis and discussion based on the simulation results are subsequently given.展开更多
The previous study on modeling of the tilt rotor aircraft used to put a premium on the complicated aerodynamic computation, and the research on the motion equations is often constrained to frequently use the oversimpl...The previous study on modeling of the tilt rotor aircraft used to put a premium on the complicated aerodynamic computation, and the research on the motion equations is often constrained to frequently use the oversimplified 6-degree of freedom （DOF） rigid body equations. However, the transfiguration of aircraft during transition stage, is complicated due to the aerodynamic interference and the change of center of gravity （CG）. Moreover, the gyroscopic moment caused by tilting the high-speed revolving rotors seriously interferes with the aircraft attitude. The above-cited 6-DOF single rigid body equations do not take the inertia coupling effects into account during transition. For this sake, the article, reckoning the body, the nacelles and the rotors to be independent entities, establishes a realistic model in the form of multi-body motion equations. First, by applying Newton＇s laws and angular momentum theorem to a mass of elements of the aircraft, the multi-body motion equations in inertial flame as well as in body frame are obtained by integrating over all elements. As the equations are of implicit nonlinear differential type, the consistent initial value problem should be solved. Then, a numerical simulation of the differential equations is conducted by means of the Runge-Kutta-Felhberg integral algorithm. The modeling and the simulation algorithm are verified against the data of XV-15 as an example. The model can be used in the area of flight dynamics, flight control and flight safety of tilt rotor air- craft.展开更多
Based on the porosity method and the improved non uniform QUICK scheme, this paper describes a three dimensional computer simulation to predict the flow characteristics in a tangentially fired boiler. The model is ap...Based on the porosity method and the improved non uniform QUICK scheme, this paper describes a three dimensional computer simulation to predict the flow characteristics in a tangentially fired boiler. The model is applied to a 600?MW boiler modeling under different operating conditions of reverse swirl of secondary air. The numerical results achieve reasonable agreement with experimental data. The calculated results of flow field, the pressure distribution, the relative diameter of tangential circle, angular momentum flux in furnace and the velocity distribution index in horizontal gas pass are analyzed in detail. And then the effects of the reverse swirl of secondary air on flue gas imbalance are discussed. Finally a reasonable operating condition of the reverse swirl of secondary air is presented.展开更多
The constitutive modeling and springback simulation for AA2524 sheet in creep age forming（CAF） process were presented.A series of creep aging tests were performed on AA2524 at the temperature of 180-200 °C and ...The constitutive modeling and springback simulation for AA2524 sheet in creep age forming（CAF） process were presented.A series of creep aging tests were performed on AA2524 at the temperature of 180-200 °C and under the stress of 140-210 MPa for 16 h.Based on these experimental data,material constitutive equations which can well characterize creep aging behaviors of the tested alloy were developed.The effect of interior stress distributed along the sheet thickness on springback was simulated using FE software MSC.MARC by compiling the established constitutive models into the user subroutine.The simulation results showed that the amount of sheet springback was 61.12% when merely considering tensile stress existing along the sheet thickness;while sheet springback was up to 65.93% when taking both tensile and compressive stresses into account.In addition,an AA2524 rectangular sheet was subjected to CAF experiment in resistance furnace.The springback value of the formed rectangular sheet was 68.2%,which was much closer to 65.93%.This confirms that both tensile and compressive stresses across the sheet thickness should be considered in accurately predicting springback of the sheet after forming,which can be more consistent with experimental results.展开更多
The modeling and identification of anisotropic damping property of Ni based single crystal alloys are presented. The anisotropic material damping property is modeled by 3 D rheological equations and identified by us...The modeling and identification of anisotropic damping property of Ni based single crystal alloys are presented. The anisotropic material damping property is modeled by 3 D rheological equations and identified by using specimen modal damping ratios and FEM simulation. The measured damping ratios which exhibit strong anisotropy are predicted better by the method presented than by other methods.展开更多
基金the World Climate Research Programme(WCRP),Climate Variability and Predictability(CLIVAR),and Global Energy and Water Exchanges(GEWEX)for facilitating the coordination of African monsoon researchsupport from the Center for Earth System Modeling,Analysis,and Data at the Pennsylvania State Universitythe support of the Office of Science of the U.S.Department of Energy Biological and Environmental Research as part of the Regional&Global Model Analysis(RGMA)program area。
文摘In recent years,there has been an increasing need for climate information across diverse sectors of society.This demand has arisen from the necessity to adapt to and mitigate the impacts of climate variability and change.Likewise,this period has seen a significant increase in our understanding of the physical processes and mechanisms that drive precipitation and its variability across different regions of Africa.By leveraging a large volume of climate model outputs,numerous studies have investigated the model representation of African precipitation as well as underlying physical processes.These studies have assessed whether the physical processes are well depicted and whether the models are fit for informing mitigation and adaptation strategies.This paper provides a review of the progress in precipitation simulation overAfrica in state-of-the-science climate models and discusses the major issues and challenges that remain.
文摘BACKGROUND Orthopaedic surgical education has traditionally depended on the apprenticeship model of“see one,do one,teach one”.However,reduced operative exposure,stricter work-hour regulations,medicolegal constraints,and patient safety concerns have constrained its practicality.Simulation-based training has become a reliable,safe,and cost-efficient alternative.Dry lab techniques,especially virtual and augmented reality,make up 78%of current dry lab research,whereas wet labs still set the standard for anatomical realism.AIM To evaluate the effectiveness,limitations,and future directions of wet and dry lab simulation in orthopaedic training.METHODS A scoping review was carried out across four databases-PubMed,Cochrane Library,Web of Science,and EBSCOhost-up to 2025.Medical Subject Headings included:"Orthopaedic Education","Wet Lab","Dry Lab","Simulation Training","Virtual Reality",and"Surgical Procedure".Eligible studies focused on orthopaedic or spinal surgical education,employed wet or dry lab techniques,and assessed training effectiveness.Exclusion criteria consisted of non-English publications,abstracts only,non-orthopaedic research,and studies unrelated to simulation.Two reviewers independently screened titles,abstracts,and full texts,resolving discrepancies with a third reviewer.RESULTS From 1851 records,101 studies met inclusion:78 on dry labs,7 on wet labs,4 on both.Virtual reality(VR)simulations were most common,with AI increasingly used for feedback and assessment.Cadaveric training remains the gold standard for accuracy and tactile feedback,while dry labs-especially VR-offer scalability,lower cost(40%-60%savings in five studies),and accessibility for novices.Senior residents prefer wet labs for complex tasks;juniors favour dry labs for basics.Challenges include limited transferability data,lack of standard outcome metrics,and ethical concerns about cadaver use and AI assessment.CONCLUSION Wet and dry labs each have unique strengths in orthopaedic training.A hybrid approach combining both,supported by standardised assessments and outcome studies,is most effective.Future efforts should aim for uniform reporting,integrating new technologies,and policy support for hybrid curricula to enhance skills and patient care.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China[grant number 2023YFC3008004]。
文摘This study introduces a new ocean surface friction velocity scheme and a modified Thompson cloud microphysics parameterization scheme into the CMA-TYM model.The impact of these two parameterization schemes on the prediction of the movement track and intensity of Typhoon Kompasu in 2021 is examined.Additionally,the possible reasons for their effects on tropical cyclone(TC)intensity prediction are analyzed.Statistical results show that both parameterization schemes improve the predictions of Typhoon Kompasu’s track and intensity.The influence on track prediction becomes evident after 60 h of model integration,while the significant positive impact on intensity prediction is observed after 66 h.Further analysis reveals that these two schemes affect the timing and magnitude of extreme TC intensity values by influencing the evolution of the TC’s warm-core structure.
文摘Analysis of the environmental and economic performance of fishing vessels has received limited attention compared with other ship types despite their notable contribution to global greenhouse gas(GHG)emissions.This study evaluates the carbon footprint(CF)and economic viability of a liquefied natural gas(LNG)-fueled fishing vessel,using real engine operation simulations to provide precise and dynamic evaluation of fuel consumption and GHG emissions.Operational profiles are obtained through the utilization of onboard monitoring systems,whereas engine performance is simulated using the 1D/0D AVL Boost^(TM)model.Life cycle assessment(LCA)is conducted to quantify the environmental impact,whereas life cycle cost assessment(LCCA)is performed to analyze the profitability of LNG as an alternative fuel.The potential impact of the future fuel price uncertainties is addressed using Monte Carlo simulations.The LCA findings indicate that LNG has the potential to reduce the CF of the vessel by 14%to 16%,in comparison to a diesel power system configuration that serves as the baseline scenario.The LCCA results further indicate that the total cost of an LNG-powered ship is lower by 9.5%-13.8%,depending on the share of LNG and pilot fuels.This finding highlights the potential of LNG to produce considerable environmental benefits while addressing economic challenges under diverse operational and fuel price conditions.
文摘In this study,we simulated the thermal behavior of the mud-brick walls of a Nubian vault.We used EnergyPlus software for the simulation.The results obtained showed that the indoor temperature varies from 25.5℃ to 26.5℃ for the period of January 2018.It varies from 33.2℃ to 33.6℃ with an average value of 33.1℃ for the month of April 2018.For the period of July 2018,it varies from 30.3℃ to 32.2℃ with an average value of 31.2℃..Relative humidity for the period of July ranged from 62.3%to 73.5%,with an average value of 67.9%.The simulation enabled us to compare simulated and measured temperature and humidity values.We found that the level of thermal comfort in the Nubian vault is acceptable in both cool and hot periods.In view of these results,we can say that the Nubian vault is an architecture suited to our climate.The technical concept of the Nubian vault is adapted to the climatic conditions and traditional know-how of the Sahel.We also found that the use of raw earth,a locally available material,and the Nubian vault architectural process,contribute to thermal comfort and a reappropriation of local and adapted know-how.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.52104318 and 52374322).
文摘A new three-dimensional multiphase numerical model was built.The volume of fluid and k-ε turbulence models were used to investigate the hot metal ladle pouring process.During the pouring process,issues such as iron splashing,overflow,and significant heat loss are prevalent.To realize efficient and stable pouring,the effects of ladle tilting velocity,flow rate,and converter tilting angle on the pouring process were examined.The model was verified by comparing the actual pouring time with the numerical results.It is shown that there is a nonlinear relationship between pouring velocity and hot metal flow rate at the ladle mouth.As the mass flow increased and the converter tilting angle decreased,the impact point of the hot metal into the converter pool shifted from the side wall to the bottom,and the impact force increased accordingly.The pouring velocity curve was optimized by the volume difference of the ladle at different angles,and an empirical formula was derived.After the optimization of pouring speed,the flow rate was stabilized between 4000 and 6000 kg/s,and the pouring time was reduced by approximately 30 s.After applying this model in actual production,the hot metal temperature inside the converter increased by approximately 5℃statistically.This model is potential to enhance the production efficiency,stability,and safety of the pouring process between open containers.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(52071012)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52101119)+5 种基金the Open Foundation of State Key Laboratory for Advanced Metals and Materials(2022-Z01)the Open Research Fund of National Key Laboratory of Advanced Casting Technologies(CAT2023-004)the Key Research and Development Program of Shandong Province(2022JMRH0209)Hebei Province Innovation Capability Enhancement Plan Project(No.244A7607D)the Beijing Municipal Natural Science Foundation(No.2214072)Young Elite Scientist Sponsorship Program by CAST(No.2021QNRC001)。
文摘Process of dynamic recrystallization(DRX)plays a crucial role in altering the microstructure and enhancing the mechanical characteristics of CrNiMoVW steel.However,its initiation mechanism,deformation conditions,and predictive models remain insufficiently understood,requiring further research to optimize the processing technology.In the present study,hot compression experiments were carried out on 30CrNiMoVW steel under deformation conditions with temperatures ranging from 950 to 1,250℃and strain rates from 0.001 to 1 s~(-1),during which true stress-strain curves were obtained.Based on friction and temperature corrections applied to these curves,a constitutive equation for 30CrNiMoVW steel was established,and its accuracy was verified through fitting analysis.Simultaneously,the study identified limitations in the initial volume fraction model,prompting the development of a modified recrystallization volume fraction model that was validated via correlation analysis between experimental data and model predictions.Furthermore,building upon the modified recrystallization volume fraction model,a novel recrystallization rate model was developed,and three characteristic strain points were determined.These points segmented the rate curve into three stages:a slow initiation stage(0,ε1),a rapid growth stage(1,ε3),and a slow equilibrium stage(e3,0.9).Notably,the value ofε3 was considered the most economical,ensuring the formation of fine and uniform grains during production while optimizing the process,reducing energy consumption and costs,and enhancing overall material performance.Finally,based on the physical constitutive relationships and kinetic models,a multiscale simulation approach combining the finite element method(FEM)and cellular automata(CA)was employed to predict the microstructural evolution of 30CrNiMoVW steel.The simulation results demonstrate that the FEM&CA approach can accurately reproduce the dynamic recrystallization behavior and microstructural evolution observed experimentally.This work provides critical guidance for the development of forging processes for 30CrNiMoVW steel.
基金Project supported by the National Science and Technology Major Project(No.J2022-IV-0005-0022)the Aero Science Foundation of China(No.20230015050001)the Shenyang Science and Technology Plan Project of China(No.24-202-6-01)。
文摘As a common fault of the aero-engine,the blade-casing rubbing(BCR)has the potential to cause catastrophic accidents.In this paper,to investigate the dynamic responses and wear characteristics of the system,the laminated shell element is used to establish the finite element model(FEM)of a flexibly coated casing system.Using the shell element,the blade is modeled,and the surface stress of the blade is calculated.The stress-solving method of the blade is validated through comparisons with the measured time-domain waveform of the stress.Then,a dynamic model of a blade-flexibly coated casing system with rubbing is proposed,accounting for the time-varying mass and stiffness of the casing caused by coating wear.The effects of the proposed flexible casing model are compared with those of a rigid casing model,and the stress changes induced by rubbing are investigated.The results show that the natural characteristics of the coated casing decrease due to the coating wear.The flexibly coated casing model is found to be more suitable for studying casing vibration.Additionally,the stress changes caused by rubbing are slight,and the change in the stress maximum is approximately 5%under the influence of the abrasive coating.
基金supported and funded by the Deanship of Scientific Research at Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University(IMSIU)(grant number IMSIU-DDRSP2501).
文摘The numerical approximation of stochastic partial differential equations(SPDEs),particularly those including q-diffusion,poses considerable challenges due to the requirements for high-order precision,stability amongst random perturbations,and processing efficiency.Because of their simplicity,conventional numerical techniques like the Euler-Maruyama method are frequently employed to solve stochastic differential equations;nonetheless,they may have low-order accuracy and lower stability in stiff or high-resolution situations.This study proposes a novel computational scheme for solving SPDEs arising from a stochastic SEIR model with q-diffusion and a general incidence rate function.A proposed computational scheme can be used to solve stochastic partial differential equations.For spatial discretization,a compact scheme is chosen.The compact scheme can provide a sixth-order accurate solution.The proposed scheme can be considered an extension of the Euler Maruyama method.Stability and consistency in the mean square sense are also provided.For application purposes,the stochastic SEIR model is considered using q-diffusion effects.The scheme is used to solve the stochastic model and compared with the Euler-Maruyama method.The scheme is also compared with nonstandard finite difference method for solving deterministic models.In both cases,it performs better than existing schemes.Incorporating q-diffusion further enhanced the model’s ability to represent realistic spatial-temporal disease dynamics,especially in scenarios where classical diffusion is insufficient.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.42307241 and 42107211)the State Key Laboratory of Geohazard Prevention and Geoenvironment Protection Independent Research Project(Grant No.SKLGP2022Z008).
文摘Structure-type rockbursts frequently occur in deep tunnels,with structural planes and stress conditions being critical factors in their formation.In this study,we utilized specially developed analogous materials that exhibit the high brittleness and strength characteristics of deep hard rock to construct physical models representing different types of structural planes,including composite,exposed,non-exposed,and throughgoing structural planes.Physical simulation experiments were conducted on structuretype rockbursts in deep horseshoe-shaped tunnels,focusing on strain differentiation characteristics,critical triggering conditions,critical crack opening displacement,the incubation process,the reduction effects of structural planes on failure intensity,and formation mechanisms.These experiments were complemented by acoustic and optical monitoring,as well as discrete element numerical simulations,to provide a comprehensive analysis.The results revealed that the most significant strain heterogeneity in the surrounding rock occurs at the tip of the structural plane along the tunnel's minimum principal stress direction,driven by the combined effects of tensile and shear forces.We quantitatively determined the critical stress and strain conditions for structure-type rockbursts and evaluated the intensity of rockbursts induced by different structural planes using critical crack opening displacement(COD)values,the uniformity coefficient,and the curvature coefficient.Analysis of acoustic emission events,including frequency,amplitude,and b-value,indicated that the macro-fracture process is governed by both the principal stress differential and the characteristics of the structural plane.Furthermore,using the bearing capacity reduction coefficient,we found that exposed structural planes have the most significant weakening effect on rock mass strength,followed by non-exposed and throughgoing structural planes.The analysis of average frequency(AF)and rise angle(RA)parameters revealed a close correlation between the failure modes of structure-type rockbursts,the rock mass structure,and the stress levels.These findings provide critical theoretical support for the prediction and prevention of structure-type rockburst disasters.
文摘The analysis of the characteristics of the cushion process of the pneumatic cushion cylinder is presented, and the nonlinear model of pneumatic cushion cylinders is built in the form of nonlinear differential equations. Besides, through the simulation of the pressure in the cushion chamber, the characteristics of the pneumatic cushion cylinder are obtained, which helps to understand the performance of the pneumatic cushion cylinder and improve or design the better cushion structure.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China (60134010)Aeronautical Science Foundation of China (2007ZD53053)
文摘Cargo airdrop has long been one of the most important measures to deal with urgent immediate needs, such as providing as- sists in military operations and sending relief to disaster areas, just to name a few. Because it is carried out during flight, it is necessary to investigate the influences of the drop process on flight characteristics to ensure successful execution of the task. This article mainly studies the modeling of flight systems in large flying transport planes with cargo moving in it. By buildi...
文摘This paper presents two approaches for system-level simulation of force-balance accelerometers. The derivation of the system-level model is elaborated and simulation results are obtained from the implementation of those strategies on the fabricated silicon force-balance MEMS accelerometer. The mathematical model presented is implemented in VHDL- AMS and SIMULINK TM,respectively. The simulation results from the two approaches are compared and show a slight difference. Using VHDL-AMS is flexible,reusable,and more accurate. But there is not a mature solver developed for the language and this approach takes more time, while the simulation model can be easily built and quickly evaluated using SIMULINK.
基金Projects (11202125, 61175038) supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China
文摘In order to explore the influence of welding parameters and to investigate the Al alloy (AA) nugget formation process, a comprehensive model involving electrical-thermal-mechanical and metallurgical analysis was established to numerically display the resistance spot welding (RSW) process within multiple fields and understand the AA-RSW physics. A multi-disciplinary finite element method (FEM) framework and a empirical sub-model were built to analyze the affecting factors on weld nugget and the underlying nature of welding physics with dynamic simulation procedure. Specifically, a counter-intuitive phenomenon of the resistance time-variation caused by the transient inverse virtual variation (TIVV) effect was highlighted and analyzed on the basis of welding current and temperature distribution simulation. The empirical model describing the TIVV phenomenon was used for modifying the dynamic resistance simulation during the AA spot welding process. The numerical and experimental results show that the proposed multi-field FEM model agrees with the measured AA welding feature, and the modified dynamic resistance model captures the physics of nugget growth and the electrical-thermal behavior under varying welding current and fluctuating heat input.
文摘AIGaN/GaN HEMTs are investigated by numerical simulation from the self-consistent solution of Schr6dinger-Poisson-hydrodynamic （HD） systems. The influences of polarization charge and quantum effects are considered in this model. Then the two-dimensional conduction band and electron distribution, electron temperature characteristics, Id versus Vd and Id versus Vg, transfer characteristics and transconductance curves are obtained. Corresponding analysis and discussion based on the simulation results are subsequently given.
基金Graduate Innovation and Practice Foundation of Beijing University of Aeronautics amd Astronautics
文摘The previous study on modeling of the tilt rotor aircraft used to put a premium on the complicated aerodynamic computation, and the research on the motion equations is often constrained to frequently use the oversimplified 6-degree of freedom （DOF） rigid body equations. However, the transfiguration of aircraft during transition stage, is complicated due to the aerodynamic interference and the change of center of gravity （CG）. Moreover, the gyroscopic moment caused by tilting the high-speed revolving rotors seriously interferes with the aircraft attitude. The above-cited 6-DOF single rigid body equations do not take the inertia coupling effects into account during transition. For this sake, the article, reckoning the body, the nacelles and the rotors to be independent entities, establishes a realistic model in the form of multi-body motion equations. First, by applying Newton＇s laws and angular momentum theorem to a mass of elements of the aircraft, the multi-body motion equations in inertial flame as well as in body frame are obtained by integrating over all elements. As the equations are of implicit nonlinear differential type, the consistent initial value problem should be solved. Then, a numerical simulation of the differential equations is conducted by means of the Runge-Kutta-Felhberg integral algorithm. The modeling and the simulation algorithm are verified against the data of XV-15 as an example. The model can be used in the area of flight dynamics, flight control and flight safety of tilt rotor air- craft.
文摘Based on the porosity method and the improved non uniform QUICK scheme, this paper describes a three dimensional computer simulation to predict the flow characteristics in a tangentially fired boiler. The model is applied to a 600?MW boiler modeling under different operating conditions of reverse swirl of secondary air. The numerical results achieve reasonable agreement with experimental data. The calculated results of flow field, the pressure distribution, the relative diameter of tangential circle, angular momentum flux in furnace and the velocity distribution index in horizontal gas pass are analyzed in detail. And then the effects of the reverse swirl of secondary air on flue gas imbalance are discussed. Finally a reasonable operating condition of the reverse swirl of secondary air is presented.
基金Project(2014CB046602)supported by the National Basic Research Program of ChinaProject(20120162110003)supported by Ph D Programs Foundation of Ministry of Education of China
文摘The constitutive modeling and springback simulation for AA2524 sheet in creep age forming（CAF） process were presented.A series of creep aging tests were performed on AA2524 at the temperature of 180-200 °C and under the stress of 140-210 MPa for 16 h.Based on these experimental data,material constitutive equations which can well characterize creep aging behaviors of the tested alloy were developed.The effect of interior stress distributed along the sheet thickness on springback was simulated using FE software MSC.MARC by compiling the established constitutive models into the user subroutine.The simulation results showed that the amount of sheet springback was 61.12% when merely considering tensile stress existing along the sheet thickness;while sheet springback was up to 65.93% when taking both tensile and compressive stresses into account.In addition,an AA2524 rectangular sheet was subjected to CAF experiment in resistance furnace.The springback value of the formed rectangular sheet was 68.2%,which was much closer to 65.93%.This confirms that both tensile and compressive stresses across the sheet thickness should be considered in accurately predicting springback of the sheet after forming,which can be more consistent with experimental results.
文摘The modeling and identification of anisotropic damping property of Ni based single crystal alloys are presented. The anisotropic material damping property is modeled by 3 D rheological equations and identified by using specimen modal damping ratios and FEM simulation. The measured damping ratios which exhibit strong anisotropy are predicted better by the method presented than by other methods.
