An advanced AlCrSiN/AlCrN/CrN/Cr multilayer coating was developed via hybrid multiarc ion plating and high-power impulse magnetron sputtering.The multilayer design enhanced the substrate-coating compatibility,achievin...An advanced AlCrSiN/AlCrN/CrN/Cr multilayer coating was developed via hybrid multiarc ion plating and high-power impulse magnetron sputtering.The multilayer design enhanced the substrate-coating compatibility,achieving a critical load of 87.8 N.Silicon doping induced nanocrystallization and amorphization,increasing the hardness to 26 GPa.At high temperatures,a nanoscale Cr-rich(Cr,Al)_(2)O_(3) layer was formed,effectively inhibiting oxygen diffusion.The coating underwent unique phase transformations,during which Cr_(2)N and amorphous Si3N4 were converted into dispersed SiCr_(3) nanoparticles,which stabilized Cr atoms and suppressed their outward diffusion.Ab initio molecular dynamics simulations revealed that Cr atoms exhibited higher chemical activity and oxygen-capture capability than Al atoms and Si atoms served as diffusion barriers by pinning onto the oxidized surface,considerably improving the oxidation resistance of the coating.展开更多
Al_(2)O_(3)scale-forming materials are highly desirable for high-temperature oxidation resistance,and the for-mation of α-Al_(2)O_(3)scales with low-angle grain boundaries(LAGBs)will increase their service lifetime.H...Al_(2)O_(3)scale-forming materials are highly desirable for high-temperature oxidation resistance,and the for-mation of α-Al_(2)O_(3)scales with low-angle grain boundaries(LAGBs)will increase their service lifetime.However,the synthesis of LAGBs is a considerable challenge.Herein,a novel methodology for engineering in situ α-Al_(2)O_(3)with LAGBs is designed,capitalizing on preferential nucleation.This approach employs a dual-stage preoxidation process,initiating with the selective nucleation of α-Al_(2)O_(3)under extremely low oxygen partial pressures,followed by the growth of these nuclei into a dense,protective oxide layer un-der marginally higher oxygen partial pressures.Based on this method,an α-Al_(2)O_(3)film with LAGBs is finally obtained,which significantly improves the oxidation resistance.This study not only paves the way for advanced materials to improve durability in high-temperature environments but also provides novel insight into the mechanisms of α-Al_(2)O_(3)film formation and growth under controlled oxidative conditions.展开更多
To mitigate the impact of interdiffusion reactions between the silicide slurry and Ta12W alloy substrate during vacuum sintering process on the oxidation resistance of the silicide coating,a micro-arc oxidation pretre...To mitigate the impact of interdiffusion reactions between the silicide slurry and Ta12W alloy substrate during vacuum sintering process on the oxidation resistance of the silicide coating,a micro-arc oxidation pretreatment was employed to construct a Ta_(2)O_(5)ceramic layer on the Ta12W alloy surface.Subsequently,a slurry spraying-vacuum sintering method was used to prepare a Si-Cr-Ti-Zr coating on the pretreated substrate.Comparative studies were conducted on the microstructure,phase composition,and isothermal oxidation resistance(at 1600℃)of the as-prepared coatings with and without the micro-arc oxidation ceramic layer.The results show that the Ta_(2)O_(5)layer prepared at 400 V is more continuous and has smaller pores than that prepared at 350 V.After microarc oxidation pretreatment,the Si-Cr-Ti-Zr coating on Ta12W alloy consists of three distinct layers:an upper layer dominated by Ti_(5)Si_(3),Ta_(5)Si_(3),and ZrSi;a middle layer dominated by TaSi_(2);a coating/substrate interfacial reaction layer dominated by Ta_(5)Si_(3).Both the Si-Cr-Ti-Zr coatings with and without the Ta_(2)O_(5)ceramic layer do not fail after isothermal oxidation at 1600℃for 5 h.Notably,the addition of the Ta2O5 ceramic layer reduces the high-temperature oxidation rate of the coating.展开更多
We propose a novel fast numerical calculation method for the Rayleigh-Sommerfeld diffraction integral,which is developed based on the existing scaled convolution method.This approach enables fast cal-culations for gen...We propose a novel fast numerical calculation method for the Rayleigh-Sommerfeld diffraction integral,which is developed based on the existing scaled convolution method.This approach enables fast cal-culations for general cases of off-axis scenarios where the sampling intervals and numbers of the input and observation planes are unequal.Additionally,it allows for arbitrary adjustment of the sampling interval of the impulse response function,facilitating a manual trade-off between computational load and accuracy.The er-rors associated with this method,which is equivalent to interpolation,primarily arise from the discontinuities of the sampling matrix of the impulse response function on its boundaries of periodic extension.To address this issue,we propose the concept of the padding function and its construction method,and evaluate its ef-fectiveness in enhancing computational accuracy.The feasibility of the proposed method is verified by nu-merical simulation and compared with the direct integration DI-method in a simplified scenario.It shows that the proposed method has good computational accuracy for the general case where the sampling interval of the input and observation plane is not equal under non-near-field diffraction,and when the diffraction distance is large,although the computational accuracy of the proposed method cannot exceed that of the DI-method,the computational amount can be significantly reduced with almost no effect on the computational accuracy.This method provides a general numerical calculation scheme of diffraction in the non-near field case for areas such as computational holography.展开更多
Arbitration is a key non-litigation commercial mechanism for the resolution of disputes, and the quality and credibility of its awards depend largely on the competency of the arbitrators. However, the selection and ev...Arbitration is a key non-litigation commercial mechanism for the resolution of disputes, and the quality and credibility of its awards depend largely on the competency of the arbitrators. However, the selection and evaluation systems for arbitrators in China have long faced challenges such as the vague criteria for competency and an unclear professionalization path for arbitrators. To address these issues, this study is grounded in the context of actual Chinese arbitration practice and based on the competency iceberg model. Through a methodological approach encompassing literature reviews, behavioral event interviews, expert revisions, and questionnaire surveys, a Chinese Arbitrator Competency Scale was developed and validated in this study. Examination of the findings indicated that the scale needed to consist of five dimensions—communication and coordination, cognitive skills, ethical conduct, work motivation, and personality traits—and possess a total of 28 specific indicators. Confirmatory analysis of the factors demonstrates a good fit for the five-dimensional model, with each of the dimensions exhibiting high reliability and validity. This scale is innovative in integrating the competency elements with Chinese characteristics, such as commercial acumen, crosscultural mediation skills, and adaptability to the local rule of law. This research not only enriches the competency theory in regard to the field of human resource management but also provides a scientific framework of standards and measurement tools for the selection, training, and evaluation of arbitrators. It thus has significant practical value for enhancing the professionalism and international competitiveness of China's arbitration system.展开更多
Carbon fiber-reinforced carbon aerogel(C/CA)composites are one of the most promising candidates for applications requiring both thermal insulation and load bearing capabilities.The preparation of anti-oxidation coatin...Carbon fiber-reinforced carbon aerogel(C/CA)composites are one of the most promising candidates for applications requiring both thermal insulation and load bearing capabilities.The preparation of anti-oxidation coatings on C/CA to address its susceptibility to oxidation is a feasible approach to promote its application in oxidative environments.However,the currently reported coatings on C/CA mainly focus on improving the ablation performance and coating preparation process typically necessitating high-temperature heat treatment.This procedure can increase its thermal conductivity and reduce its thermal insulation ability.In this study,a series of ceramic-resin coatings were fabricated on C/CA through a simple slurry brushing-drying approach at room temperature.The effects of phenolic resin content on the coating structure,residual stress,thermal shock,and oxidation behaviors were investigated.Due to the adhesive properties and curing-induced shrinkage,the PR-7.5 coating(containing 7.5%(in mass)phenolic resin in the slurry)exhibits bonding strength close to fracture strength of the substrate and residual compressive stress of 0.853 GPa,which is beneficial for resisting thermal shock cracking.However,excessive resin content(PR-10.0 containing 10.0%(in mass)phenolic resin in the slurry)induces tensile stress due to uneven curing shrinkage,thereby leading to thermal shock cracking.Meanwhile,oxidation tests reveal significantly reduced weight losses for PR-7.5(17.46%at 800℃/100 min,8.15%at 1000℃/120 min,3.15%at 1200℃/120 min)versus uncoated C/CA’s 44.60%loss at 800℃/20 min.This work provides a brand-new and simple approach to improving the anti-oxidation performance of C/CA and expands its application in mild oxidative environments.展开更多
About 70%of the flue gas in the iron-steel industry has achieved multi-pollutant ultra-low emissions in China until 2023,and then the blast furnace gas purification has become the control step and bottleneck.Our resea...About 70%of the flue gas in the iron-steel industry has achieved multi-pollutant ultra-low emissions in China until 2023,and then the blast furnace gas purification has become the control step and bottleneck.Our research group has designed and constructed the world’s first blast furnace gas desulfurization pilot plant with the scale of 2000 Nm^(3)/h in October 2021.The pilot plant is a two-step combined desulfurization device including catalytic hydrolysis of carbonyl sulfur(COS)and absorption-oxidation of H_(2)S,continuously running for 120 days.In the hydrolysis system,one reason for catalyst deactivation has been verified from the sulfur deposition.HCN in blast furnace gas can be hydrolyzed on the hydrolysis catalyst to produce the nitrogen deposition,which is one of the reasons for catalyst deactivation and has never been found in previous studies.The deposition forms of S and N elements are determined,S element forms elemental sulfur and sulfate,while N element forms-NH_(2)and NH_(4)^(+).In the absorption-oxidation system,the O_(2)loading and the residence time have been optimized to control the oxidation of HS^(−)to produce elemental sulfur instead of by-product S_(2)O_(3)^(2−).The balance and distribution of S and N elements have been calculated for thewholemulti-phase system,approximately 84.4%of the sulfur is converted to solid sulfur product,about 1.3%of the sulfur and 19.2%of N element are deposited on the hydrolysis catalyst.The pilot plant provides technical support formulti-pollutant control of blast furnace.展开更多
The limited high-temperature oxidation resistance of Mg alloys is a key factor restricting their development and application.The addition of some rare earth elements(REs),owing to their unique physical and chemical pr...The limited high-temperature oxidation resistance of Mg alloys is a key factor restricting their development and application.The addition of some rare earth elements(REs),owing to their unique physical and chemical properties,can significantly enhance the oxidation resistance of Mg alloys.Based on our previous study,we conclude that REs such as Gd,Y,and Ce enhance the oxidation resistance of Mg-RE alloys.This article comprehensively reviews recent research progress on high-temperature oxidation behavior and the potential mechanism in Mg-RE alloys.Based on the thermodynamic and kinetic analyses,the evolution of the complex oxide system formed during the high-temperature oxidation of Mg-RE alloys is first summarized.The diffusion behavior and concentration control mechanisms of REs during the oxidation process and how these mechanisms affect the sustained growth of the oxide film and antioxidant properties were elucidated.Moreover,the different structures of the oxide films were classified,and their properties were discussed.Finally,this paper introduces the applications of commonly used REs in Mg alloys and frontier research on their oxidation mechanisms.Based on the above review,we propose that future research perspectives can be explored in terms of expanding the experimental temperature range for oxidation tests,optimizing the chemical composition by adding trace REs to study their synergistic mechanism,revealing the underlying oxidation mechanism through advanced in situ microscopic characterization methods,and investigating the mechanical properties of oxide films using diverse approaches.展开更多
To elucidate the accelerated degradation mechanisms of metallic interconnects in operational solid oxide fuel cells,the oxidation behavior of FSS430 ferritic stainless steel under the coupling of simultaneous electric...To elucidate the accelerated degradation mechanisms of metallic interconnects in operational solid oxide fuel cells,the oxidation behavior of FSS430 ferritic stainless steel under the coupling of simultaneous electrical current and high-temperature exposure is investigated.Isothermal thermogravimetric analysis was employed to quantify oxidation kinetics,complemented by microstructural characterization using X-ray diffraction,scanning electron microscopy with energy-dispersive spectroscopy and transmission electron microscopy.Experimental results demonstrate that the applied current dramatically enhances oxidation rates,increasing specific mass gain from 0.25 mg/cm^(2)(0 A/cm^(2))to 5.20 mg/cm^(2)(0.2 A/cm^(2))and oxide scale thickness from 1.87 to 15.62μm after 200 h.This acceleration originates from current-induced electromigration forces that promote cationic transport through the oxide layer.The quantitative relationships between current density and oxidation parameters are established,enabling predictive modeling of interconnector degradation in solid oxide fuel cell(SOFC)systems.展开更多
Platinum group metals have high melting points,strong corrosion resistance,stable chemical properties,and low oxygen permeability in high-temperature oxygen-containing environments.As thermal protective coating materi...Platinum group metals have high melting points,strong corrosion resistance,stable chemical properties,and low oxygen permeability in high-temperature oxygen-containing environments.As thermal protective coating materials,they have gained essential applications in the aerospace field and have excellent prospects for application in frontier military fields,such as protecting hot-end components of hypersonic aircraft.This research reviewed the latest research progress of platinum group metal coatings with hightemperature oxidation resistance,including coating preparation techniques,oxidation failure,and alloying modification.The leading preparation techniques of current platinum group metal coatings were discussed,as well as the advantages and disadvantages of various existing preparation techniques.Besides,the intrinsic properties,failure forms,and failure mechanisms of coatings of single platinum group metal in high-temperature oxygen-containing environments were analyzed.On this basis,the necessity,main methods,and main achievements of alloying modification of platinum group metals were summarized.Finally,the future development of platinum group coatings with high-temperature oxidation resistance was discussed and prospected.展开更多
Ethylene(C_(2)H_(4))in vehicle exhaust is a highly reactive volatile organic compound(VOC).Its photooxidative reaction with NOx contributes to the formation of O3 and secondary organic aerosols(SOA),the latter being a...Ethylene(C_(2)H_(4))in vehicle exhaust is a highly reactive volatile organic compound(VOC).Its photooxidative reaction with NOx contributes to the formation of O3 and secondary organic aerosols(SOA),the latter being a key precursor of PM_(2.5).In this study,a novel MgO-supported Ag-Cu bimetallic catalyst was designed and investigated using density functional theory(DFT).The effects of Ag and Cu loading on the geometric structure,stability,and reactant adsorption characteristics of the catalyst were analyzed,and the catalytic oxidation pathways of C_(2)H_(4)over AgCu-MgO was elucidated.The results indicate that loading Ag significantly enhances the adsorption of C_(2)H_(4).The incorporation of Cu into Ag-MgO to form a AgCu-MgO bimetallic catalyst(dual atom catalyst,DACS)further improves the oxidative activity toward C_(2)H_(4).Based on the binding energies of the Ag and Cu bimetallic sites and the adsorption energies of C_(2)H_(4)and O_(2),three representative configurations were selected for detailed reaction pathway analysis.Among them,Configuration 6 of AgCu-MgO exhibited the highest catalytic oxidation performance.This study provides new atomic-scale insights for the rational design of efficient catalysts targeting olefinic pollutants in automotive emissions and offers valuable guidance for advancing exhaust after-treatment technologies.展开更多
Perovskite oxides are highly promising catalysts for the combustion removal of volatile organic compounds(VOCs)due to their excellent stability,structural flexibility,and compositional versatility.This study presents ...Perovskite oxides are highly promising catalysts for the combustion removal of volatile organic compounds(VOCs)due to their excellent stability,structural flexibility,and compositional versatility.This study presents a novel perovskite oxide that exhibits enhanced catalytic activity and superior durability for toluene combustion at reduced temperatures.This improvement is achieved by phosphorus doping at the B-site of LaCoO_(3-δ)(LC)perovskite oxide,followed by post-synthesis acid etching for a proper time.The resulting catalyst demonstrates increased specific surface area,higher total pore volume,and enhanced oxygen vacancy concentration both in the bulk and on the surface.Additionally,the activity of surface lattice oxygen species is significantly improved,leading to enhanced catalytic performance in toluene combustion.Notably,the optimized catalyst shows an exceptionally low activation energy(E_(a))of 49.3 kJ mol^(-1),with a T90 reduction of over 214℃compared to the phosphorus doped LC and 190℃compared to pristine LC.Phosphorus doping plays a main role in significantly improving the long-term durability,particularly in the presence of CO_(2)and H_(2)O,while acid etching boosts the catalytic activity.This work introduces a rational and innovative strategy for optimizing VOC oxidation by improving the structure and surface chemical states of perovskite catalysts.展开更多
Severe internal oxidation formed in advanced high-strength steels(AHSSs)during the hot-rolled coiling process compromises subsequent cold rolling and galvanizing processes.Herein,we report how Sn microalloying governs...Severe internal oxidation formed in advanced high-strength steels(AHSSs)during the hot-rolled coiling process compromises subsequent cold rolling and galvanizing processes.Herein,we report how Sn microalloying governs internal oxidation behavior and modulates iron oxide phase transition process.Sn addition significantly reduces the depth of grain boundaries oxidation and the area of internal oxidation,as well as retards the process of oxide scale transformation.Sn preferentially segregates at the iron oxide/substrate interface,forming a diffusion barrier that suppresses outward diffusion of alloying elements and inward oxygen transport.Concurrently,Sn enrichment at grain boundaries obstructs short-circuit oxygen diffusion pathways,significantly reducing the depth of oxidation at the grain boundaries.Furthermore,Sn segregation decreases the interfacial oxygen chemical potential and oxygen availability for selective oxidation reaction.The strategic incorporation of surface-active elements has emerged as a viable metallurgical approach to reduce internal oxidation in hot-rolled coils for AHSS applications.展开更多
Among the low-cost nitrogen sources(dry spent yeast or DSY,rice bran,and soybean meal),DSY was identified as the most suitable supplement for lactic acid fermentation from sweet sorghum juice by Lactococcus lactis IO-...Among the low-cost nitrogen sources(dry spent yeast or DSY,rice bran,and soybean meal),DSY was identified as the most suitable supplement for lactic acid fermentation from sweet sorghum juice by Lactococcus lactis IO-1.However,lactic acid concentration(PL)using DSY was~22%lower than the control nitrogen source,yeast extract(YE).Statistical analysis using YE as a control nitrogen source revealed optimal conditions of 74.70 g/L of initial sugar and 15.20 g/L of YE,achieving a PL of 71.95 g/L and a 91.63%sugar consumption(SC).When DSY(22.61 g/L)containing an equivalent nitrogen content to the optimal YE was tested,PL and SC decreased to 55.13 g/L and 72.33%,respectively.Increasing DSY to 33.92 g/L(1.5 times)improved lactic acid productivity(QL)by~31%but did not enhance PL or SC.However,supplementing 33.92 g/L of DSY with 7.60 g/L of YE enhanced lactic acid production by~19-53%,achieving a PL of 70.11 g/L,SC of 92.33%,QL of 2.34 g/L⋅h,with a high lactic acid yield(YL/S),1.02 g/g.Scale-up fermentation in a 7.5-L fermenter demonstrated comparable results to those using 15.20 g/L of YE alone.These findings demonstrate that sweet sorghum juice supplemented with DSY and reduced YE is a promising medium for efficient lactic acid production,offering significant cost reduction potential for industrial applications while maintaining high productivity and yield.展开更多
Objectives:Flourishing,a central concept in positive psychology,encompasses multifaceted dimensions such as meaning,positive relationships,and engagement.Despite growing research interest,empirical studies focusing sp...Objectives:Flourishing,a central concept in positive psychology,encompasses multifaceted dimensions such as meaning,positive relationships,and engagement.Despite growing research interest,empirical studies focusing specifically on the flourishing of middle school students remain scarce.Given the critical need to promote flourishing among Chinese middle school students,the study aimed to adapt Diener’s Flourishing Scale for Chinese middle school students,examine its psychometric properties,and establish its measurement invariance across gender and time within this population.Methods:Participants were recruited from secondary schools in two Chinese provinces.The Chinese versions of the Flourishing Scale(CFS),along with the Index of Well-being(IWB)and the Satisfaction with Life Scale(SWLS),were employed.Data collection occurred in three phases,the first two for exploratory factor analysis(EFA)and confirmatory factor analysis(CFA),respectively,and the last one for testing longitudinal measurement invariance and gender measurement invariance.Results:The CFS demonstrated excellent discrimination and consistency with Diener’s original model.Significant positive correlations emerged between the CFS scores and well-being(r=0.75,p<0.01)as well as life satisfaction(r=0.74,p<0.01).Cronbach’sαwas 0.948,and the Pearson correlation coefficient(PCC)for test-retest reliability was 0.85(p<0.01).The CFS demonstrated strict measurement invariance across both gender and time.Conclusion:The CFS demonstrates robust psychometric properties—including structural validity,reliability,and measurement invariance—for its application among Chinese middle school students.展开更多
Peroxymonosulfate(PMS)-based Fenton-like technologies have been increasingly employed in the upgrading of biomass,but they are commonly limited by the trade-off between conversion and selectivity due to the short life...Peroxymonosulfate(PMS)-based Fenton-like technologies have been increasingly employed in the upgrading of biomass,but they are commonly limited by the trade-off between conversion and selectivity due to the short lifetime of reactive oxygen species(ROS)and uncontrollable oxidation pathways.Herein,we show that single-atom Co supported on carbon nitride enables the high-valent-oxo cobalt species(Co(IV)O)mediated oxidation of glucose into value-added products in acetonitrile.This photocatalytic Fenton-like system achieved an overall selectivity of gluconic acid,glucaric acid,arabinose,and formic acid up to 90.3%at glucose conversion of 69.6%,outperforming most of previously reported catalytic systems.The small amount(0.72 wt%)of single-atom Co could not only elevate the optical absorption and the efficiency of photo-generated carriers separation but also induce the efficient generation of Co(IV)O with reduced ROS to enable efficient and selective oxidation.These findings prove the great promise of high-valent metal-oxo species in biomass conversions.展开更多
Investigating urban spatial structures(USSs)and their influencing factors at different spatial scales is crucial for promoting sustainable urban transformation.Based on nighttime light datasets and the Herfindahl-Hirs...Investigating urban spatial structures(USSs)and their influencing factors at different spatial scales is crucial for promoting sustainable urban transformation.Based on nighttime light datasets and the Herfindahl-Hirschman index(HHI),this study analyzes USS characteristics in China from 2007 to 2023 on two spatial scales-prefecture-level cities and urban agglomerations.It also explores structural influencing factors,including the economy,infrastructure,society,and government intervention.We find that:(1)HHI values for both cities and urban agglomerations exhibit a decreasing trend,indicating a USS for both that is evolving toward polycentricity;(2)economic development promotes a polycentric structure at both spatial scales,whereas government intervention drives a monocentric structure;and(3)postal and communication infrastructure have conflicting effects on USSs,encouraging a monocentric structure at the city scale but fostering polycentricity at the urban agglomeration scale.展开更多
A chemodivergent reaction is an appealing way to construct molecules with enriched structure diversity in a controlled manner. A plethora of methodologies were developed based on this concept, and transition metal-cat...A chemodivergent reaction is an appealing way to construct molecules with enriched structure diversity in a controlled manner. A plethora of methodologies were developed based on this concept, and transition metal-catalysis plays a central role among others catalysis systems own to its longstanding history. While a chemodivergent reaction based on organo-catalysis, especially photocatalysis, is rather limited as these concepts were only prevalent in the last two decades. With the ever-increasing importance of photocatalysis, a chemodivergent reaction based on such an activation pathway would be a meaningful direction. Herein, an efficient chemodivergent strategy for visible light photocatalysis is developed. By employing commercially available Rose Bengal as a photocatalyst, naturally occurring Viridicatin and its derivatives can be transformed into three different types of products through switchable single electron transfer (SET) or energy transfer (EnT) processes. Mechanistic studies have revealed that the oxygen as a reactive center, rather than carbon, is favored, which accounts for the first example of a C–O homo-dimerization product.展开更多
Fine-grained nuclear graphite is a key material in high-temperature gas-cooled reactors(HTGRs).During air ingress accidents,core graphite components undergo severe oxidation,threatening structural integrity.Therefore,...Fine-grained nuclear graphite is a key material in high-temperature gas-cooled reactors(HTGRs).During air ingress accidents,core graphite components undergo severe oxidation,threatening structural integrity.Therefore,understanding the oxidation behavior of nuclear graphite is essential for reactor safety.The influence of oxidation involves multiple factors,including temperature,sample size,oxidant,impurities,filler type and size,etc.The size of the filler particles plays a crucial role in this study.Five ultrafine-and superfine-grained nuclear graphite samples(5.9-34.4μm)are manufactured using identical raw materials and manufacturing processes.Isothermal oxidation tests conducted at 650℃-750℃ are used to study the oxidation behavior.Additionally,comprehensive characterization is performed to analyze the crystal structure,surface morphology,and nanoscale to microscale pore structure of the samples.Results indicate that oxidation behavior cannot be predicted solely based on filler grain size.Reactive site concentration,characterized by active surface area,dominates the chemical reaction kinetics,whereas pore tortuosity,quantified by the structural parameterΨ,plays a key role in regulating oxidant diffusion.These findings clarify the dual role of microstructure in oxidation mechanisms and establish a theoretical and experimental basis for the design of high-performance nuclear graphite capable of long-term service in high-temperature gas-cooled reactors.展开更多
基金financially supported by the National Science and Technology Major Project(No.2024ZD1404705)。
文摘An advanced AlCrSiN/AlCrN/CrN/Cr multilayer coating was developed via hybrid multiarc ion plating and high-power impulse magnetron sputtering.The multilayer design enhanced the substrate-coating compatibility,achieving a critical load of 87.8 N.Silicon doping induced nanocrystallization and amorphization,increasing the hardness to 26 GPa.At high temperatures,a nanoscale Cr-rich(Cr,Al)_(2)O_(3) layer was formed,effectively inhibiting oxygen diffusion.The coating underwent unique phase transformations,during which Cr_(2)N and amorphous Si3N4 were converted into dispersed SiCr_(3) nanoparticles,which stabilized Cr atoms and suppressed their outward diffusion.Ab initio molecular dynamics simulations revealed that Cr atoms exhibited higher chemical activity and oxygen-capture capability than Al atoms and Si atoms served as diffusion barriers by pinning onto the oxidized surface,considerably improving the oxidation resistance of the coating.
基金financially supported by the National Program for Support of Top-notch Young Professionals,the Natural Science Foundation of Shaanxi Province(No.2023JC-XJ-04)the Postdoc-toral Innovative Talent Support Program(No.BX2021238)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.U22A20110).
文摘Al_(2)O_(3)scale-forming materials are highly desirable for high-temperature oxidation resistance,and the for-mation of α-Al_(2)O_(3)scales with low-angle grain boundaries(LAGBs)will increase their service lifetime.However,the synthesis of LAGBs is a considerable challenge.Herein,a novel methodology for engineering in situ α-Al_(2)O_(3)with LAGBs is designed,capitalizing on preferential nucleation.This approach employs a dual-stage preoxidation process,initiating with the selective nucleation of α-Al_(2)O_(3)under extremely low oxygen partial pressures,followed by the growth of these nuclei into a dense,protective oxide layer un-der marginally higher oxygen partial pressures.Based on this method,an α-Al_(2)O_(3)film with LAGBs is finally obtained,which significantly improves the oxidation resistance.This study not only paves the way for advanced materials to improve durability in high-temperature environments but also provides novel insight into the mechanisms of α-Al_(2)O_(3)film formation and growth under controlled oxidative conditions.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China(52071274)Key Research and Development Projects of Shaanxi Province(2023-YBGY-442)Science and Technology Nova Project-Innovative Talent Promotion Program of Shaanxi Province(2020KJXX-062)。
文摘To mitigate the impact of interdiffusion reactions between the silicide slurry and Ta12W alloy substrate during vacuum sintering process on the oxidation resistance of the silicide coating,a micro-arc oxidation pretreatment was employed to construct a Ta_(2)O_(5)ceramic layer on the Ta12W alloy surface.Subsequently,a slurry spraying-vacuum sintering method was used to prepare a Si-Cr-Ti-Zr coating on the pretreated substrate.Comparative studies were conducted on the microstructure,phase composition,and isothermal oxidation resistance(at 1600℃)of the as-prepared coatings with and without the micro-arc oxidation ceramic layer.The results show that the Ta_(2)O_(5)layer prepared at 400 V is more continuous and has smaller pores than that prepared at 350 V.After microarc oxidation pretreatment,the Si-Cr-Ti-Zr coating on Ta12W alloy consists of three distinct layers:an upper layer dominated by Ti_(5)Si_(3),Ta_(5)Si_(3),and ZrSi;a middle layer dominated by TaSi_(2);a coating/substrate interfacial reaction layer dominated by Ta_(5)Si_(3).Both the Si-Cr-Ti-Zr coatings with and without the Ta_(2)O_(5)ceramic layer do not fail after isothermal oxidation at 1600℃for 5 h.Notably,the addition of the Ta2O5 ceramic layer reduces the high-temperature oxidation rate of the coating.
文摘We propose a novel fast numerical calculation method for the Rayleigh-Sommerfeld diffraction integral,which is developed based on the existing scaled convolution method.This approach enables fast cal-culations for general cases of off-axis scenarios where the sampling intervals and numbers of the input and observation planes are unequal.Additionally,it allows for arbitrary adjustment of the sampling interval of the impulse response function,facilitating a manual trade-off between computational load and accuracy.The er-rors associated with this method,which is equivalent to interpolation,primarily arise from the discontinuities of the sampling matrix of the impulse response function on its boundaries of periodic extension.To address this issue,we propose the concept of the padding function and its construction method,and evaluate its ef-fectiveness in enhancing computational accuracy.The feasibility of the proposed method is verified by nu-merical simulation and compared with the direct integration DI-method in a simplified scenario.It shows that the proposed method has good computational accuracy for the general case where the sampling interval of the input and observation plane is not equal under non-near-field diffraction,and when the diffraction distance is large,although the computational accuracy of the proposed method cannot exceed that of the DI-method,the computational amount can be significantly reduced with almost no effect on the computational accuracy.This method provides a general numerical calculation scheme of diffraction in the non-near field case for areas such as computational holography.
基金Research on Problems and Countermeasures in Building the Capacity of the Grassroots International Chambers of Commerce in the Context of High-Quality Development (W2024H03841)a key research project of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade in 2025。
文摘Arbitration is a key non-litigation commercial mechanism for the resolution of disputes, and the quality and credibility of its awards depend largely on the competency of the arbitrators. However, the selection and evaluation systems for arbitrators in China have long faced challenges such as the vague criteria for competency and an unclear professionalization path for arbitrators. To address these issues, this study is grounded in the context of actual Chinese arbitration practice and based on the competency iceberg model. Through a methodological approach encompassing literature reviews, behavioral event interviews, expert revisions, and questionnaire surveys, a Chinese Arbitrator Competency Scale was developed and validated in this study. Examination of the findings indicated that the scale needed to consist of five dimensions—communication and coordination, cognitive skills, ethical conduct, work motivation, and personality traits—and possess a total of 28 specific indicators. Confirmatory analysis of the factors demonstrates a good fit for the five-dimensional model, with each of the dimensions exhibiting high reliability and validity. This scale is innovative in integrating the competency elements with Chinese characteristics, such as commercial acumen, crosscultural mediation skills, and adaptability to the local rule of law. This research not only enriches the competency theory in regard to the field of human resource management but also provides a scientific framework of standards and measurement tools for the selection, training, and evaluation of arbitrators. It thus has significant practical value for enhancing the professionalism and international competitiveness of China's arbitration system.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China(52272075,52472053)Research Fund of Youth Innovation Promotion Association of CAS,China(2021190)Defense Industrial Technology Development Program(JCKY2021130B007)。
文摘Carbon fiber-reinforced carbon aerogel(C/CA)composites are one of the most promising candidates for applications requiring both thermal insulation and load bearing capabilities.The preparation of anti-oxidation coatings on C/CA to address its susceptibility to oxidation is a feasible approach to promote its application in oxidative environments.However,the currently reported coatings on C/CA mainly focus on improving the ablation performance and coating preparation process typically necessitating high-temperature heat treatment.This procedure can increase its thermal conductivity and reduce its thermal insulation ability.In this study,a series of ceramic-resin coatings were fabricated on C/CA through a simple slurry brushing-drying approach at room temperature.The effects of phenolic resin content on the coating structure,residual stress,thermal shock,and oxidation behaviors were investigated.Due to the adhesive properties and curing-induced shrinkage,the PR-7.5 coating(containing 7.5%(in mass)phenolic resin in the slurry)exhibits bonding strength close to fracture strength of the substrate and residual compressive stress of 0.853 GPa,which is beneficial for resisting thermal shock cracking.However,excessive resin content(PR-10.0 containing 10.0%(in mass)phenolic resin in the slurry)induces tensile stress due to uneven curing shrinkage,thereby leading to thermal shock cracking.Meanwhile,oxidation tests reveal significantly reduced weight losses for PR-7.5(17.46%at 800℃/100 min,8.15%at 1000℃/120 min,3.15%at 1200℃/120 min)versus uncoated C/CA’s 44.60%loss at 800℃/20 min.This work provides a brand-new and simple approach to improving the anti-oxidation performance of C/CA and expands its application in mild oxidative environments.
基金supported by the Key Research and Development Program of Hebei Province(No.21373702D)the Key Science and Technology Program of HBIS Group Co.,Ltd.(No.HG2021117)+1 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52370124)the National Key R&D Program of China(No.2023YFC3707003).
文摘About 70%of the flue gas in the iron-steel industry has achieved multi-pollutant ultra-low emissions in China until 2023,and then the blast furnace gas purification has become the control step and bottleneck.Our research group has designed and constructed the world’s first blast furnace gas desulfurization pilot plant with the scale of 2000 Nm^(3)/h in October 2021.The pilot plant is a two-step combined desulfurization device including catalytic hydrolysis of carbonyl sulfur(COS)and absorption-oxidation of H_(2)S,continuously running for 120 days.In the hydrolysis system,one reason for catalyst deactivation has been verified from the sulfur deposition.HCN in blast furnace gas can be hydrolyzed on the hydrolysis catalyst to produce the nitrogen deposition,which is one of the reasons for catalyst deactivation and has never been found in previous studies.The deposition forms of S and N elements are determined,S element forms elemental sulfur and sulfate,while N element forms-NH_(2)and NH_(4)^(+).In the absorption-oxidation system,the O_(2)loading and the residence time have been optimized to control the oxidation of HS^(−)to produce elemental sulfur instead of by-product S_(2)O_(3)^(2−).The balance and distribution of S and N elements have been calculated for thewholemulti-phase system,approximately 84.4%of the sulfur is converted to solid sulfur product,about 1.3%of the sulfur and 19.2%of N element are deposited on the hydrolysis catalyst.The pilot plant provides technical support formulti-pollutant control of blast furnace.
基金supported by the Key R&D Program of Shandong Province,China(No.2025CXGC 010412)the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2022YFB3709300)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.U21A2048).
文摘The limited high-temperature oxidation resistance of Mg alloys is a key factor restricting their development and application.The addition of some rare earth elements(REs),owing to their unique physical and chemical properties,can significantly enhance the oxidation resistance of Mg alloys.Based on our previous study,we conclude that REs such as Gd,Y,and Ce enhance the oxidation resistance of Mg-RE alloys.This article comprehensively reviews recent research progress on high-temperature oxidation behavior and the potential mechanism in Mg-RE alloys.Based on the thermodynamic and kinetic analyses,the evolution of the complex oxide system formed during the high-temperature oxidation of Mg-RE alloys is first summarized.The diffusion behavior and concentration control mechanisms of REs during the oxidation process and how these mechanisms affect the sustained growth of the oxide film and antioxidant properties were elucidated.Moreover,the different structures of the oxide films were classified,and their properties were discussed.Finally,this paper introduces the applications of commonly used REs in Mg alloys and frontier research on their oxidation mechanisms.Based on the above review,we propose that future research perspectives can be explored in terms of expanding the experimental temperature range for oxidation tests,optimizing the chemical composition by adding trace REs to study their synergistic mechanism,revealing the underlying oxidation mechanism through advanced in situ microscopic characterization methods,and investigating the mechanical properties of oxide films using diverse approaches.
基金supported by Natural Science Foundation of Wuhan(2024040701010051)Natural Science Foundation of Hubei(2023AFB111)and National Natural Science Foundation of China(52401108).
文摘To elucidate the accelerated degradation mechanisms of metallic interconnects in operational solid oxide fuel cells,the oxidation behavior of FSS430 ferritic stainless steel under the coupling of simultaneous electrical current and high-temperature exposure is investigated.Isothermal thermogravimetric analysis was employed to quantify oxidation kinetics,complemented by microstructural characterization using X-ray diffraction,scanning electron microscopy with energy-dispersive spectroscopy and transmission electron microscopy.Experimental results demonstrate that the applied current dramatically enhances oxidation rates,increasing specific mass gain from 0.25 mg/cm^(2)(0 A/cm^(2))to 5.20 mg/cm^(2)(0.2 A/cm^(2))and oxide scale thickness from 1.87 to 15.62μm after 200 h.This acceleration originates from current-induced electromigration forces that promote cationic transport through the oxide layer.The quantitative relationships between current density and oxidation parameters are established,enabling predictive modeling of interconnector degradation in solid oxide fuel cell(SOFC)systems.
文摘Platinum group metals have high melting points,strong corrosion resistance,stable chemical properties,and low oxygen permeability in high-temperature oxygen-containing environments.As thermal protective coating materials,they have gained essential applications in the aerospace field and have excellent prospects for application in frontier military fields,such as protecting hot-end components of hypersonic aircraft.This research reviewed the latest research progress of platinum group metal coatings with hightemperature oxidation resistance,including coating preparation techniques,oxidation failure,and alloying modification.The leading preparation techniques of current platinum group metal coatings were discussed,as well as the advantages and disadvantages of various existing preparation techniques.Besides,the intrinsic properties,failure forms,and failure mechanisms of coatings of single platinum group metal in high-temperature oxygen-containing environments were analyzed.On this basis,the necessity,main methods,and main achievements of alloying modification of platinum group metals were summarized.Finally,the future development of platinum group coatings with high-temperature oxidation resistance was discussed and prospected.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China Project(22362018)the Yunnan Fundamental Research Projects(202401AS070102)。
文摘Ethylene(C_(2)H_(4))in vehicle exhaust is a highly reactive volatile organic compound(VOC).Its photooxidative reaction with NOx contributes to the formation of O3 and secondary organic aerosols(SOA),the latter being a key precursor of PM_(2.5).In this study,a novel MgO-supported Ag-Cu bimetallic catalyst was designed and investigated using density functional theory(DFT).The effects of Ag and Cu loading on the geometric structure,stability,and reactant adsorption characteristics of the catalyst were analyzed,and the catalytic oxidation pathways of C_(2)H_(4)over AgCu-MgO was elucidated.The results indicate that loading Ag significantly enhances the adsorption of C_(2)H_(4).The incorporation of Cu into Ag-MgO to form a AgCu-MgO bimetallic catalyst(dual atom catalyst,DACS)further improves the oxidative activity toward C_(2)H_(4).Based on the binding energies of the Ag and Cu bimetallic sites and the adsorption energies of C_(2)H_(4)and O_(2),three representative configurations were selected for detailed reaction pathway analysis.Among them,Configuration 6 of AgCu-MgO exhibited the highest catalytic oxidation performance.This study provides new atomic-scale insights for the rational design of efficient catalysts targeting olefinic pollutants in automotive emissions and offers valuable guidance for advancing exhaust after-treatment technologies.
基金support from the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Project No.2018YFB1502903).
文摘Perovskite oxides are highly promising catalysts for the combustion removal of volatile organic compounds(VOCs)due to their excellent stability,structural flexibility,and compositional versatility.This study presents a novel perovskite oxide that exhibits enhanced catalytic activity and superior durability for toluene combustion at reduced temperatures.This improvement is achieved by phosphorus doping at the B-site of LaCoO_(3-δ)(LC)perovskite oxide,followed by post-synthesis acid etching for a proper time.The resulting catalyst demonstrates increased specific surface area,higher total pore volume,and enhanced oxygen vacancy concentration both in the bulk and on the surface.Additionally,the activity of surface lattice oxygen species is significantly improved,leading to enhanced catalytic performance in toluene combustion.Notably,the optimized catalyst shows an exceptionally low activation energy(E_(a))of 49.3 kJ mol^(-1),with a T90 reduction of over 214℃compared to the phosphorus doped LC and 190℃compared to pristine LC.Phosphorus doping plays a main role in significantly improving the long-term durability,particularly in the presence of CO_(2)and H_(2)O,while acid etching boosts the catalytic activity.This work introduces a rational and innovative strategy for optimizing VOC oxidation by improving the structure and surface chemical states of perovskite catalysts.
基金National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2023YFB3712400)Science and Technology Committee of Shanghai(Grant No.21ZR1423600)+2 种基金Central Government Guides the Development of Local Science and Technology Special Fund of China(Grant No.216Z1004G)and Baosteelsupport from Ningbo Yongjiang Talent Introduction Programme(2022A-023-C)Zhejiang Phenomenological Materials Technology Co.,Ltd.,China.Finally,the author Jin thanks Baosteel for permission to publish this work.
文摘Severe internal oxidation formed in advanced high-strength steels(AHSSs)during the hot-rolled coiling process compromises subsequent cold rolling and galvanizing processes.Herein,we report how Sn microalloying governs internal oxidation behavior and modulates iron oxide phase transition process.Sn addition significantly reduces the depth of grain boundaries oxidation and the area of internal oxidation,as well as retards the process of oxide scale transformation.Sn preferentially segregates at the iron oxide/substrate interface,forming a diffusion barrier that suppresses outward diffusion of alloying elements and inward oxygen transport.Concurrently,Sn enrichment at grain boundaries obstructs short-circuit oxygen diffusion pathways,significantly reducing the depth of oxidation at the grain boundaries.Furthermore,Sn segregation decreases the interfacial oxygen chemical potential and oxygen availability for selective oxidation reaction.The strategic incorporation of surface-active elements has emerged as a viable metallurgical approach to reduce internal oxidation in hot-rolled coils for AHSS applications.
基金supported by Research Program Funding,from Research and Innovation Department,Khon Kaen University(RP68-6-FerVAAP-001),ThailandThe authors also thank Beer Thip Brewery Co.,Ltd.,Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya,Thailand for providing dried spent yeast(DSY).
文摘Among the low-cost nitrogen sources(dry spent yeast or DSY,rice bran,and soybean meal),DSY was identified as the most suitable supplement for lactic acid fermentation from sweet sorghum juice by Lactococcus lactis IO-1.However,lactic acid concentration(PL)using DSY was~22%lower than the control nitrogen source,yeast extract(YE).Statistical analysis using YE as a control nitrogen source revealed optimal conditions of 74.70 g/L of initial sugar and 15.20 g/L of YE,achieving a PL of 71.95 g/L and a 91.63%sugar consumption(SC).When DSY(22.61 g/L)containing an equivalent nitrogen content to the optimal YE was tested,PL and SC decreased to 55.13 g/L and 72.33%,respectively.Increasing DSY to 33.92 g/L(1.5 times)improved lactic acid productivity(QL)by~31%but did not enhance PL or SC.However,supplementing 33.92 g/L of DSY with 7.60 g/L of YE enhanced lactic acid production by~19-53%,achieving a PL of 70.11 g/L,SC of 92.33%,QL of 2.34 g/L⋅h,with a high lactic acid yield(YL/S),1.02 g/g.Scale-up fermentation in a 7.5-L fermenter demonstrated comparable results to those using 15.20 g/L of YE alone.These findings demonstrate that sweet sorghum juice supplemented with DSY and reduced YE is a promising medium for efficient lactic acid production,offering significant cost reduction potential for industrial applications while maintaining high productivity and yield.
基金supported by Innovation Team Project of General Colleges and Universities in Guangdong Province(Grand number:2022WCXTD004)Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine Young Innovative and Top-notch Talent(Team)Cultivation Project,Guangzhou Philosophy and Social Sciences Development“14th Five-Year Plan”2024 Annual Project(Co-construction Project)(Grant number:2024GZGJ277)Guangdong Province 2024 Annual Education Science Planning Project(Higher Education Special Project)(Grant number:2024GXJK123).
文摘Objectives:Flourishing,a central concept in positive psychology,encompasses multifaceted dimensions such as meaning,positive relationships,and engagement.Despite growing research interest,empirical studies focusing specifically on the flourishing of middle school students remain scarce.Given the critical need to promote flourishing among Chinese middle school students,the study aimed to adapt Diener’s Flourishing Scale for Chinese middle school students,examine its psychometric properties,and establish its measurement invariance across gender and time within this population.Methods:Participants were recruited from secondary schools in two Chinese provinces.The Chinese versions of the Flourishing Scale(CFS),along with the Index of Well-being(IWB)and the Satisfaction with Life Scale(SWLS),were employed.Data collection occurred in three phases,the first two for exploratory factor analysis(EFA)and confirmatory factor analysis(CFA),respectively,and the last one for testing longitudinal measurement invariance and gender measurement invariance.Results:The CFS demonstrated excellent discrimination and consistency with Diener’s original model.Significant positive correlations emerged between the CFS scores and well-being(r=0.75,p<0.01)as well as life satisfaction(r=0.74,p<0.01).Cronbach’sαwas 0.948,and the Pearson correlation coefficient(PCC)for test-retest reliability was 0.85(p<0.01).The CFS demonstrated strict measurement invariance across both gender and time.Conclusion:The CFS demonstrates robust psychometric properties—including structural validity,reliability,and measurement invariance—for its application among Chinese middle school students.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(22478202,22208169,U23A20125,22478203)China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(2022M721703).
文摘Peroxymonosulfate(PMS)-based Fenton-like technologies have been increasingly employed in the upgrading of biomass,but they are commonly limited by the trade-off between conversion and selectivity due to the short lifetime of reactive oxygen species(ROS)and uncontrollable oxidation pathways.Herein,we show that single-atom Co supported on carbon nitride enables the high-valent-oxo cobalt species(Co(IV)O)mediated oxidation of glucose into value-added products in acetonitrile.This photocatalytic Fenton-like system achieved an overall selectivity of gluconic acid,glucaric acid,arabinose,and formic acid up to 90.3%at glucose conversion of 69.6%,outperforming most of previously reported catalytic systems.The small amount(0.72 wt%)of single-atom Co could not only elevate the optical absorption and the efficiency of photo-generated carriers separation but also induce the efficient generation of Co(IV)O with reduced ROS to enable efficient and selective oxidation.These findings prove the great promise of high-valent metal-oxo species in biomass conversions.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China[Grant No.72373084]Taishan Scholar Foundation of Shandong Province[Grant No.tsqn202408139].
文摘Investigating urban spatial structures(USSs)and their influencing factors at different spatial scales is crucial for promoting sustainable urban transformation.Based on nighttime light datasets and the Herfindahl-Hirschman index(HHI),this study analyzes USS characteristics in China from 2007 to 2023 on two spatial scales-prefecture-level cities and urban agglomerations.It also explores structural influencing factors,including the economy,infrastructure,society,and government intervention.We find that:(1)HHI values for both cities and urban agglomerations exhibit a decreasing trend,indicating a USS for both that is evolving toward polycentricity;(2)economic development promotes a polycentric structure at both spatial scales,whereas government intervention drives a monocentric structure;and(3)postal and communication infrastructure have conflicting effects on USSs,encouraging a monocentric structure at the city scale but fostering polycentricity at the urban agglomeration scale.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.22061012)the Excellent Young Talents Plan of Guizhou Medical University(No.[2023]105)+1 种基金the GMU Training Program of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.22NSFCP13)the support from National-Local Joint Engineering Research Center for Innovative&Generic Chemical Drug&Guizhou Province Innovation Base of Common Major Chronic Disease Pathogenesis and Drug Development and Application(No.[2021]4029).
文摘A chemodivergent reaction is an appealing way to construct molecules with enriched structure diversity in a controlled manner. A plethora of methodologies were developed based on this concept, and transition metal-catalysis plays a central role among others catalysis systems own to its longstanding history. While a chemodivergent reaction based on organo-catalysis, especially photocatalysis, is rather limited as these concepts were only prevalent in the last two decades. With the ever-increasing importance of photocatalysis, a chemodivergent reaction based on such an activation pathway would be a meaningful direction. Herein, an efficient chemodivergent strategy for visible light photocatalysis is developed. By employing commercially available Rose Bengal as a photocatalyst, naturally occurring Viridicatin and its derivatives can be transformed into three different types of products through switchable single electron transfer (SET) or energy transfer (EnT) processes. Mechanistic studies have revealed that the oxygen as a reactive center, rather than carbon, is favored, which accounts for the first example of a C–O homo-dimerization product.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2024YFA1612900)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52103365 and No.12375270)the Guangdong Innovative and Entrepreneurial Research Team Program,China(Grant No.2021ZT09L227).
文摘Fine-grained nuclear graphite is a key material in high-temperature gas-cooled reactors(HTGRs).During air ingress accidents,core graphite components undergo severe oxidation,threatening structural integrity.Therefore,understanding the oxidation behavior of nuclear graphite is essential for reactor safety.The influence of oxidation involves multiple factors,including temperature,sample size,oxidant,impurities,filler type and size,etc.The size of the filler particles plays a crucial role in this study.Five ultrafine-and superfine-grained nuclear graphite samples(5.9-34.4μm)are manufactured using identical raw materials and manufacturing processes.Isothermal oxidation tests conducted at 650℃-750℃ are used to study the oxidation behavior.Additionally,comprehensive characterization is performed to analyze the crystal structure,surface morphology,and nanoscale to microscale pore structure of the samples.Results indicate that oxidation behavior cannot be predicted solely based on filler grain size.Reactive site concentration,characterized by active surface area,dominates the chemical reaction kinetics,whereas pore tortuosity,quantified by the structural parameterΨ,plays a key role in regulating oxidant diffusion.These findings clarify the dual role of microstructure in oxidation mechanisms and establish a theoretical and experimental basis for the design of high-performance nuclear graphite capable of long-term service in high-temperature gas-cooled reactors.
