An approach for studying the adsorption and desorption behaviors of single-stranded DNA（ ssDNA） molecules on the mica surface by the surface forces apparatus（ SFA） is reported,which can be used to characterize the...An approach for studying the adsorption and desorption behaviors of single-stranded DNA（ ssDNA） molecules on the mica surface by the surface forces apparatus（ SFA） is reported,which can be used to characterize the precise thickness,configuration and mechanical properties of ssDNA layers on the mica surface at a certain buffer solution. The formation of ss DNA layers is first studied by tuning the ssDNA concentrations, and the experimental results indicate that the ss DNA concentration of 100 ng / μL is ideal for forming a ssDNA monolayer structure on the mica surface, and the hardwall value measured to be 1.04 nm under this circumstance is regarded as the thickness of the ssDNA monolayer confined on mica. The desorption behavior of ssDNA molecules from the mica surface is further studied by observing and comparing different shapes of the force-distance curves under certain conditions. It is found that the desorption of ss DNA molecules from the mica surface occurs as the monovalent salts are added into the gap buffer. It is inferred that the competition effect between monovalent and divalent salts can induce the release of ssDNA from substrate.The results also reveal that 10 mmol / L monovalent salts（ Na~＋）is sufficient for the desorption of ssDNA from mica. This work provides an applicable method to study the binding mechanism of ss DNA molecules on inorganic substrates.展开更多
Atomic and close-to-atomic scale manufacturing(ACSM)aims to provide techniques for manufacturing in various fields,such as circuit manufacturing,high energy physics equipment,and medical devices and materials.The real...Atomic and close-to-atomic scale manufacturing(ACSM)aims to provide techniques for manufacturing in various fields,such as circuit manufacturing,high energy physics equipment,and medical devices and materials.The realization of atomic scale material manipulation depending on the theoretical system of classical mechanics faces great challenges.Understanding and using intermolecular and surface forces are the basis for better designing of ACSM.Transformation of atoms based on scanning tunneling microscopy or atomic force microscopy(AFM)is an essential process to regulate intermolecular interactions.Self-assemble process is a thermodynamic process involving complex intermolecular forces.The competition of these interaction determines structure assembly and packing geometry.For typical nanomachining processes including AFM nanomachining and chemical mechanical polishing,the coupling of chemistry and stress(tribochemistry)assists in the removal of surface atoms.Furthermore,based on the principle of triboelectrochemistry,we expect a further reduction of the potential barrier,and a potential application in high-efficiency atoms removal and fabricating functional coating.Future fundamental research is proposed for achieving high-efficiency and high-accuracy manufacturing with the aiding of external field.This review highlights the significant contribution of intermolecular and surface forces to ACSM,and may accelerate its progress in the in-depth investigation of fundamentals.展开更多
Many DNA?based devices need to build stable and controllable DNA films on surfaces. However, the most com?monly used method of film characterization, namely, the probe?like microscopes which may destroy the sample and...Many DNA?based devices need to build stable and controllable DNA films on surfaces. However, the most com?monly used method of film characterization, namely, the probe?like microscopes which may destroy the sample and substrate. Surface Forces Apparatus(SFA) technique, specializing in surface interaction studies, is introduced to investigate the e ects of DNA concentration on the formation of single?stranded DNA(ss?DNA) film. The result demonstrates that 50 ng/μL is the lowest concentration that ss?DNA construct a dense layer on mica. Besides, it is also indicated that at di erent DNA concentrations, ss?DNA exhibit diverse morphology: lying flat on surface at 50 ng/μL while forming bilayer or cross?link at 100 ng/μL, and these ss?DNA structures are stable enough due to the repeatabil?ity even under the load of 15 mN/m. At the same time, an obvious adhesion force is measured:/m at 100 ng/μL, respectively, which is attributed to the ion?correlation e ect. M-6.5 mN/m at 50 ng/μL and-5.3 mNoreover, the atomic force microscopy(AFM) images reveal the entire surface is covered with wormlike ss?DNA and the measured surface roughness(1.8±0.2 nm) also matches well with the film thickness by SFA. The desorption behaviors of ss?DNA layer from mica surface occur by adding sodium salt into gap bu er, which is mainly ascribed to the decreased ion?ion cor?relation force. This paper employing SFA and AFM techniques to characterize the DNA film with flexibility and stable mechanical ability achieved by ion bridging method, is helpful to fabricate the DNA?based devices in nanoscale.展开更多
The purpose of this article is to provide,from the perspective of deformable solid mechanics,a correct justification for the expressions of all forces acting on the surface of a ferromagnetic material in a magnetic fi...The purpose of this article is to provide,from the perspective of deformable solid mechanics,a correct justification for the expressions of all forces acting on the surface of a ferromagnetic material in a magnetic field,initiated only by this field.It is shown that the moment of force applied to any closed body surface S,corresponding to the asymmetric part TAof the stress tensor T(denoted as the force pA),balances the mass magnetic moment Lmagacting in the volume V bounded by the surface S.The emergence of the asymmetric part TAof the stress tensor arises as a consequence of a special case within the moment theory of elasticity,the use of which is necessary for accurately describing the behavior of a ferromagnetic material in a magnetic field.The force pa acts in a plane tangential to the surface S at any point,while,in addition to this force,the normal force pn also acts on the body surface.It is shown in the article that the latter force arises as a result of a jump in the normal component of the magnetic field strength appearing at the body surface,and its expression is defined by the mass' s(ponderomotive) magnetic forces Fmag.Usually,this force is introduced based on the Maxwell stress tensor,which is used in the classical electromagnetism to represent the interaction between electromagnetic forces and mechanical momentum.However,as we believe and justify this in the article,such an approach is unacceptable in deformable solid mechanics.展开更多
Friction is ubiquitous and plays a key role in the functionality of many biological and engineering systems,from articular cartilage to machinery.While friction facilitates motion,it also causes wear and energy loss i...Friction is ubiquitous and plays a key role in the functionality of many biological and engineering systems,from articular cartilage to machinery.While friction facilitates motion,it also causes wear and energy loss in moving parts.Lubricants(particularly liquid lubricants)are essential to reduce the negative effects of friction,and their properties(e.g.,rheology and compatibility with friction materials)significantly influence lubrication performance and related mechanisms.The tribological phenomena between friction surfaces separated by a nanoconfined liquid film are governed by both external load and surface forces involved.Despite significant progress over the past few decades,the molecular and interfacial interaction mechanisms driving liquid-lubricated friction are not yet fully understood,and a comprehensive correlation between surface forces and tribological behaviors in nanoconfined liquids has not been fully established.In this review,we first summarize the latest understanding of fundamental concepts in surface forces,nano-rheology,and tribology in nanoconfined liquids.Representative tribological phenomena in nanoconfined liquids are analyzed and correlated with surface forces and liquid properties involved in specific cases.Additionally,advanced nanomechanical technologies(e.g.,surface forces apparatus(SFA)and atomic force microscopy(AFM)),which show great potential in the field of tribology,are introduced.The advantages and current limitations of these technologies are also discussed.Moreover,key findings from recent tribological studies involving different liquids(both aqueous solutions and nonpolar liquids)are reviewed,and the underlying mechanisms of lubrication performance are analyzed from the perspective of surface forces.The future directions of tribology in nanoconfined liquids are discussed,providing insights and inspirations for developing effective lubrication strategies.This review enhances the understanding of nanotribology and correlates tribological phenomena with surface forces and rheology in nanoconfined liquids,offering new insights for developing advanced lubricants and wear-resistance materials.展开更多
To assess the aerodynamic performance and vibration characteristics of rotor blades during rotation,a study of unsteady blade surface forces is conducted in a low-speed axial flow compressor under a rotating coordinat...To assess the aerodynamic performance and vibration characteristics of rotor blades during rotation,a study of unsteady blade surface forces is conducted in a low-speed axial flow compressor under a rotating coordinate system.The capture,modulation,and acquisition of unsteady blade surface forces are achieved by using pressure sensors and strain gauges attached to the rotor blades,in conjunction with a wireless telemetry system.Based on the measurement reliability verification,this approach allows for the determination of the static pressure distribution on rotor blade surfaces,enabling the quantitative description of loadability at different spanwise positions along the blade chord.Effects caused by the factors such as Tip Leakage Flow(TLF)and flow separation can be perceived and reflected in the trends of static pressure on the blade surfaces.Simultaneously,the dynamic characteristics of unsteady pressure and stress on the blade surfaces are analyzed.The results indicate that only the pressure signals measured at the mid-chord of the blade tip can distinctly detect the unsteady frequency of TLF due to the oscillation of the low-pressure spot on the pressure surface.Subsequently,with the help of one-dimensional continuous wavelet analysis method,it can be inferred that as the compressor enters stall,the sensors are capable of capturing stall cell frequency under a rotating coordinate system.Furthermore,the stress at the blade root is higher than that at the blade tip,and the frequency band of the vibration can also be measured by the pressure sensors fixed on the casing wall in a stationary frame.While the compressor stalls,the stress at the blade root can be higher,which can provide valuable guidance for monitoring the lifecycle of compressor blades.展开更多
The forces between two molecularly smooth mica surfaces are measured in monovalent and divalent cations electrolyte solutions by a surface force apparatus （SFA）. The properties of K＋, Na＋, and Mg2＋ between molecu...The forces between two molecularly smooth mica surfaces are measured in monovalent and divalent cations electrolyte solutions by a surface force apparatus （SFA）. The properties of K＋, Na＋, and Mg2＋ between molecularly smooth mica surfaces are investigated. The Derjagui-Landau- Verwey-Overbeek （DLVO） force and the hydration force are detected in the experiment. The results show that in lower concentrations of a monovalent electrolyte solution （about 10-4 mol/L）, the force curves are completely in good agreement with those computed by the DLVO theory. However, additional short-range repulsive forces which deviate from the DLVO theory are observed when the concentrations of cations are above the critical bulk concentration, which is different for each electrolyte. The results show the properties of these cations on both the screening effect adsorbed on the mica surface and the hydration in solution. From the results, the interaction energy between two hydrated ions of potassium or sodium can also be estimated.展开更多
Despite the advances that have been made in renewable energy over the past decade,crude oil or petroleum remains one of the most important energy resources to the world.Petroleum production presents many challenging i...Despite the advances that have been made in renewable energy over the past decade,crude oil or petroleum remains one of the most important energy resources to the world.Petroleum production presents many challenging issues,such as the destabilization of complex oil-water emulsions,fouling phenomena on pipelines and other facilities,and water treatment.These problems are influenced by the molecular forces at the oil/water/solid/gas interfaces involved in relevant processes.Herein,we present an overview of recent advances on probing the interfacial forces in several petroleum production processes(e.g.,bitumen extraction,emulsion stabilization and destabilization,fouling and antifouling phenomena,and water treatment)by applying nanomechanical measurement technologies such as a surface forces apparatus(SFA)and an atomic force microscope(AFM).The interaction forces between bitumen and mineral solids or air bubbles in the surrounding fluid media determine the bitumen liberation and flotation efficiency in oil sands production.The stability of complex oil/water emulsions is governed by the forces between emulsion drops and particularly between interface-active species(e.g.,asphaltenes).Various oil components(e.g.,asphaltenes)and emulsion drops interact with different substrate surfaces(e.g.,pipelines or membranes),influencing fouling phenomena,oil-water separation,and wastewater treatment.Quantifying these intermolecular and interfacial forces has advanced the mechanistic understanding of these interfacial interactions,facilitating the development of advanced materials and technologies to solve relevant challenging issues and improve petroleum production processes.Remaining challenges and suggestions on future research directions in the field are also presented.展开更多
In water-based boundary lubrication regime,the contact gaps(or boundary lubricated film thickness)and surface pressure distribution must be determined to really understand the boundary lubricated contact mechanism.How...In water-based boundary lubrication regime,the contact gaps(or boundary lubricated film thickness)and surface pressure distribution must be determined to really understand the boundary lubricated contact mechanism.However,the accurate determination of these parameters is limited.In this study,a mechanical model based on boundary lubricated contact involving surface force effects is developed.The surface force distribution characteristics,normal force vs.central film thickness curve,and macroscale water-based boundary lubricated contact are investigated numerically.The results show that hydration directly affects surface force interaction.The accurate boundary lubricated film thickness and surface pressure distribution can be obtained using this model in point contact.Furthermore,the mechanism of macroscale water-based liquid boundary lubricated contact is investigated,in which a water-based boundary lubricated film is formed under appropriate operating conditions based on surface force effects during running-in.This study can reveal the water-base boundary lubricated contact behavior and the carrying capacity of the surface force effect,and provides important design guidance for the surface force effect to achieve liquid superlubricity in water-based boundary lubricated contacts.展开更多
Variation of the surface adhesion force during the formation of octadecyl trichlorosilane (OTS) self-assembled monolayer on a glass substrate surface was investigated by atomic force microscope (AFM). The research sho...Variation of the surface adhesion force during the formation of octadecyl trichlorosilane (OTS) self-assembled monolayer on a glass substrate surface was investigated by atomic force microscope (AFM). The research shows that the hydrophobicity and the adhesion force of the sample surface increases gradually while the substrate surface is covered by OTS molecules as the reaction proceeds. After 15min reaction, a close-packed and smooth OTS self-assembled monolayer could form on the glass substrate surface with an advancing contact angle of 105° and an interfacial energy of 55.79mJ·m-2.展开更多
Interactions involving chemical reagents,solid particles,gas bubbles,liquid droplets,and solid surfaces in complex fluids play a vital role in many engineering processes,such as froth flotation,emulsion and foam forma...Interactions involving chemical reagents,solid particles,gas bubbles,liquid droplets,and solid surfaces in complex fluids play a vital role in many engineering processes,such as froth flotation,emulsion and foam formation,adsorption,and fouling and anti-fouling phenomena.These interactions at the molecular,nano-,and micro scale significantly influence and determine the macroscopic performance and efficiency of related engineering processes.Understanding the intermolecular and surface interactions in engineering processes is of both fundamental and practical importance,which not only improves production technologies,but also provides valuable insights into the development of new materials.In this review,the typical intermolecular and surface interactions involved in various engineering processes,including Derjaguin–Landau–Verwey–Overbeek(DLVO)interactions(i.e.,van der Waals and electrical doublelayer interactions)and non-DLVO interactions,such as steric and hydrophobic interactions,are first introduced.Nanomechanical techniques such as atomic force microscopy and surface forces apparatus for quantifying the interaction forces of molecules and surfaces in complex fluids are briefly introduced.Our recent progress on characterizing the intermolecular and surface interactions in several engineering systems are reviewed,including mineral flotation,petroleum engineering,wastewater treatment,and energy storage materials.The correlation of these fundamental interaction mechanisms with practical applications in resolving engineering challenges and the perspectives of the research field have also been discussed.展开更多
As the structure of electrical double layer(EDL)is crucial for the transport properties of ions in micro/nanochannels,to demonstrate the effects of the ion-ion correlations on EDL structures in mixture electrolyte sol...As the structure of electrical double layer(EDL)is crucial for the transport properties of ions in micro/nanochannels,to demonstrate the effects of the ion-ion correlations on EDL structures in mixture electrolyte solutions,the interaction forces between two mica surfaces immersed in different volume fractions of LaCl3/KCl and LaCl3/MgCl2 mixture solutions with a total ionic strength of 10^-4 mol/L were measured using a surface forces apparatus(SFA).The results reveal that the surface charge of mica surfaces can be inversed at a critical concentration of La^3+ions in electrolyte solutions,due to the correlations between La^3+ions.The addition of monovalent has negligible effects on ion-ion correlations,while the charge inversion was slightly suppressed by introducing the divalent ions.The mechanism of charge inversion in mixture electrolyte solutions was analyzed based on the strongly correlated liquid(SCL)theory.These findings provide implications for understanding the effects of ion-ion correlations on EDL structures,surface charge properties,and ion transportation.展开更多
Using monthly mean sea ice velocity data obtained from the International Arctic Buoy Programme （IABP） for the period of 1979–1998 and the monthly mean NCEP/NCAR re-analysis dataset （1960–2002）, we investigated t...Using monthly mean sea ice velocity data obtained from the International Arctic Buoy Programme （IABP） for the period of 1979–1998 and the monthly mean NCEP/NCAR re-analysis dataset （1960–2002）, we investigated the spatiotemporal evolution of the leading sea ice motion mode （based on a complex correlation matrix constructed of normalized sea ice motion velocity） and their association with sea level pressure （SLP） and the predominant modes of surface wind field variability. The results indicate that the leading winter sea ice motion mode’s spatial evolution is characterized by two alternating and distinct sea ice modes, or their linear combination. One mode （M1） shows a nearly closed cyclonic or anti-cyclonic circulation anomaly in the Arctic Basin and its marginal seas, resembling to a large extent the response of sea ice motion to the Arctic Oscillation （AO）, as many previous studies have revealed. The other mode （M2） displays a coherent cyclonic or anti-cyclonic circulation anomaly with its center close to the Laptev Sea, which has not been identified in previous observational studies. In fact, M1 and M2 respectively reflect the responses of sea ice motion to two predominant modes of winter surface wind variability north of 70 ？ N, which well correspond, with slight differences, to the first two modes of EOF analysis of winter monthly mean SLP north of 70 ？ N. These slight differences in SLP anomalies lead to a difference of M2 from the response of sea ice motion to the dipole anomaly. Although the AO significantly influences sea ice motion, it is not crucial for the existence of M1. The new sea ice motion mode （M2） has the largest variance and clearly differs from the response of winter monthly mean sea ice motion to the dipole anomaly in SLP fields, and corresponding SLP anomalies also show differences compared to the dipole anomaly. This study indicates that in the Arctic Basin and its marginal seas, slight differences in SLP anomaly patterns can force distinctly different sea ice motion anomalies.展开更多
（TiCp＋ TiBw）/Ti-6Al-4V titanium matrix composites（PTMCs） have broad application prospects in the aviation and nuclear field. However, it is a typical difficult-to-cut material due to high hardness of the reinforc...（TiCp＋ TiBw）/Ti-6Al-4V titanium matrix composites（PTMCs） have broad application prospects in the aviation and nuclear field. However, it is a typical difficult-to-cut material due to high hardness of the reinforcements, high strength and low thermal conductivity of Ti-6Al-4V alloy matrix. Grinding experiments with vitrified CBN wheels were conducted to analyze comparatively the grinding performance of PTMCs and Ti-6Al-4V alloy. Grinding force and force ratios, specific grinding energy, grinding temperature, surface roughness, ground surface appearance were discussed. The results show that the normal grinding force and the force ratios of PTMCs are much larger than that of Ti-6Al-4V alloy. Low depth of cut and high workpiece speed are generally beneficial to achieve the precision ground surface for PTMCs. The hard reinforcements of PTMCs are mainly removed in the ductile mode during grinding. However, the removal phenomenon of the reinforcements due to brittle fracture still exists, which contributes to the lower specific grinding energy and grinding temperature of PTMCs than Ti-6Al-4V alloy.展开更多
Atlantic meridional overturning circulation(AMOC)plays an important role in transporting heat meridionally in the Earth’s climate system and is also a key metrical tool to verify oceanic general circulation models.Tw...Atlantic meridional overturning circulation(AMOC)plays an important role in transporting heat meridionally in the Earth’s climate system and is also a key metrical tool to verify oceanic general circulation models.Two OMIP(Ocean Model Intercomparison Project phase 1 and 2)simulations with LICOM3(version 3 of the LASG/IAP Climate System Ocean Model)developed at the State Key Laboratory of Numerical Modeling for Atmospheric Sciences and Geophysical Fluid Dynamics(LASG),Institute of Atmospheric Physics(IAP),are compared in this study.Both simulations well reproduce the fundamental characteristics of the AMOC,but the OMIP1 simulation shows a significantly stronger AMOC than the OMIP2 simulation.Because the LICOM3 configurations are identical between these two experiments,any differences between them must be attributed to the surface forcing data.Further analysis suggests that sea surface salinity(SSS)differences should be mainly responsible for the enhanced AMOC in the OMIP1 simulation,but sea surface temperature(SST)also play an unignorable role in modulating AMOC.In the North Atlantic,where deep convection occurs,the SSS in OMIP1 is more saline than that in OMIP1.We find that in the major region of deep convection,the change of SSS has more significant effect on density than the change of SST.As a result,the SSS was more saline than that in OMIP2,leading to stronger deep convection and subsequently intensify the AMOC.We conduct a series of numerical experiments with LICOM3,and the results confirmed that the changes in SSS have more significant effect on the strength of AMOC than the changes in SST.展开更多
wo different surface morphology characteristics of magnetron sputtered aluminumsilicon(Al-Si)alloy films deposited at 0 and 200℃ were observed by atomic force microscopy(AFM).One is irregularly shaped grains put togt...wo different surface morphology characteristics of magnetron sputtered aluminumsilicon(Al-Si)alloy films deposited at 0 and 200℃ were observed by atomic force microscopy(AFM).One is irregularly shaped grains put togther on a plane.The other is irregularly shaped grains Piled up in space. Nanometer-sized particles with heights from 1.6 to 2.9 nm were first observed. On the basis of these observations the growth mechanism of magnetron sputtered films is discussed.展开更多
Using different external stimuli to control interfacial friction, rather than just pursuing low friction, is a highly attractive research regime due to its economic and scientific importance. One option to achieve suc...Using different external stimuli to control interfacial friction, rather than just pursuing low friction, is a highly attractive research regime due to its economic and scientific importance. One option to achieve such a goal is to use external stimuli that modulate the energy dissipation pathways. In particular, electric stimuli such as surface potential has gained remarkable interest for two reasons: Electrotunable friction has the potential for real-time, in situ manipulation of friction, and external electric stimuli is relatively easy to apply and to remove for reversible change. In this review, we explore the emerging research area of electrotunable friction mainly under the boundary lubrication situation, when the contacting surfaces are separated by a molecularly thin layer, reviewing typical achievements from experiments using electrochemical atomic force microscopy and modified surface force balances, as well as molecular dynamics simulations. Additionally, we explore the theoretical and practical challenges that may need to be tackled in the future.展开更多
The surface and adhesion forces between chitosan- coated mica surfaces in an acetic acid buffer solution were measured using a surface force apparatus （SFA）. The force- distance profiles were obtained under differen...The surface and adhesion forces between chitosan- coated mica surfaces in an acetic acid buffer solution were measured using a surface force apparatus （SFA）. The force- distance profiles were obtained under different pressure conditions. It was found that the chitosan was adsorbed on the mica surface and formed a stable nanofilm under acid conditions. The adsorbed chitosan nanofilms induced a short- range monotonically steric force when two such surfaces came close in the acid buffer. The adhesion forces between the two chitosan-coated mica surfaces varied with the loads. Strong adhesion between the two chitosan-coated mica surfaces was observed at high pressure. Such pressure-dependent adhesion properties are most likely related to the molecular configurations and hydrogen bonds reordering under high confinement.展开更多
The stress analysis of surrounding rock for two random geometry tunnels is studied in this paper by using Schwarz’s alternating method. The simple and effective alternating algorithm is found, in which the surplus su...The stress analysis of surrounding rock for two random geometry tunnels is studied in this paper by using Schwarz’s alternating method. The simple and effective alternating algorithm is found, in which the surplus surface force is approximated by Fourier series, thus the iteration derivation can be conducted according to the precision required, finally, the stress results with high precision are obtained.展开更多
The unexpected scaling phenomena have resulted in significant damages to the oil and gas industries,leading to issues such as heat exchanger failures and pipeline clogging.It is of practical and fundamental importance...The unexpected scaling phenomena have resulted in significant damages to the oil and gas industries,leading to issues such as heat exchanger failures and pipeline clogging.It is of practical and fundamental importance to understand the scaling mechanisms and develop efficient anti-scaling strategies.However,the underlying surface interaction mechanisms of scalants(e.g.,calcite)with various substrates are still not fully understood.In this work,the colloidal probe atomic force microscopy(AFM)technique has been applied to directly quantify the surface forces between calcite particles and different metallic substrates,including carbon steel(CR1018),low alloy steel(4140),stainless steel(SS304)and tungsten carbide,under different water chemistries(i.e.,salinity and pH).Measured force profiles revealed that the attractive van der Waals(VDW)interaction contributed to the attachment of the calcium carbonate particles on substrate surfaces,while the repulsive electric double layer(EDL)interactions could inhibit the attachment behaviors.High salinity and acidic p H conditions of aqueous solutions could weaken the EDL repulsion and promote the attachment behavior.The adhesion of calcite particles with CR1018 and4140 substrates was much stronger than that with SS304 and tungsten carbide substrates.The bulk scaling tests in aqueous solutions from an industrial oil production process showed that much more severe scaling behaviors of calcite was detected on CR1018 and 4140 than those on SS304 and tungsten carbide,which agreed with surface force measurement results.Besides,high salinity and acidic p H can significantly enhance the scaling phenomena.This work provides fundamental insights into the scaling mechanisms of calcite at the nanoscale with practical implications for the selection of suitable antiscaling materials in petroleum industries.展开更多
基金The National Basic Research Program of China(973Program)(No.2011CB707605)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(No.2242015K42085)+1 种基金the Scientific Innovation Research of College Graduates in Jiangsu Province(No.KYLX-0100)the Research Start-Up Fund of Southeast University
文摘An approach for studying the adsorption and desorption behaviors of single-stranded DNA（ ssDNA） molecules on the mica surface by the surface forces apparatus（ SFA） is reported,which can be used to characterize the precise thickness,configuration and mechanical properties of ssDNA layers on the mica surface at a certain buffer solution. The formation of ss DNA layers is first studied by tuning the ssDNA concentrations, and the experimental results indicate that the ss DNA concentration of 100 ng / μL is ideal for forming a ssDNA monolayer structure on the mica surface, and the hardwall value measured to be 1.04 nm under this circumstance is regarded as the thickness of the ssDNA monolayer confined on mica. The desorption behavior of ssDNA molecules from the mica surface is further studied by observing and comparing different shapes of the force-distance curves under certain conditions. It is found that the desorption of ss DNA molecules from the mica surface occurs as the monovalent salts are added into the gap buffer. It is inferred that the competition effect between monovalent and divalent salts can induce the release of ssDNA from substrate.The results also reveal that 10 mmol / L monovalent salts（ Na~＋）is sufficient for the desorption of ssDNA from mica. This work provides an applicable method to study the binding mechanism of ss DNA molecules on inorganic substrates.
基金funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China with Grant No.51425502.
文摘Atomic and close-to-atomic scale manufacturing(ACSM)aims to provide techniques for manufacturing in various fields,such as circuit manufacturing,high energy physics equipment,and medical devices and materials.The realization of atomic scale material manipulation depending on the theoretical system of classical mechanics faces great challenges.Understanding and using intermolecular and surface forces are the basis for better designing of ACSM.Transformation of atoms based on scanning tunneling microscopy or atomic force microscopy(AFM)is an essential process to regulate intermolecular interactions.Self-assemble process is a thermodynamic process involving complex intermolecular forces.The competition of these interaction determines structure assembly and packing geometry.For typical nanomachining processes including AFM nanomachining and chemical mechanical polishing,the coupling of chemistry and stress(tribochemistry)assists in the removal of surface atoms.Furthermore,based on the principle of triboelectrochemistry,we expect a further reduction of the potential barrier,and a potential application in high-efficiency atoms removal and fabricating functional coating.Future fundamental research is proposed for achieving high-efficiency and high-accuracy manufacturing with the aiding of external field.This review highlights the significant contribution of intermolecular and surface forces to ACSM,and may accelerate its progress in the in-depth investigation of fundamentals.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.51435003)Jiangsu Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.BK20160670)
文摘Many DNA?based devices need to build stable and controllable DNA films on surfaces. However, the most com?monly used method of film characterization, namely, the probe?like microscopes which may destroy the sample and substrate. Surface Forces Apparatus(SFA) technique, specializing in surface interaction studies, is introduced to investigate the e ects of DNA concentration on the formation of single?stranded DNA(ss?DNA) film. The result demonstrates that 50 ng/μL is the lowest concentration that ss?DNA construct a dense layer on mica. Besides, it is also indicated that at di erent DNA concentrations, ss?DNA exhibit diverse morphology: lying flat on surface at 50 ng/μL while forming bilayer or cross?link at 100 ng/μL, and these ss?DNA structures are stable enough due to the repeatabil?ity even under the load of 15 mN/m. At the same time, an obvious adhesion force is measured:/m at 100 ng/μL, respectively, which is attributed to the ion?correlation e ect. M-6.5 mN/m at 50 ng/μL and-5.3 mNoreover, the atomic force microscopy(AFM) images reveal the entire surface is covered with wormlike ss?DNA and the measured surface roughness(1.8±0.2 nm) also matches well with the film thickness by SFA. The desorption behaviors of ss?DNA layer from mica surface occur by adding sodium salt into gap bu er, which is mainly ascribed to the decreased ion?ion cor?relation force. This paper employing SFA and AFM techniques to characterize the DNA film with flexibility and stable mechanical ability achieved by ion bridging method, is helpful to fabricate the DNA?based devices in nanoscale.
基金supported by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation(No.075-15-2024-535)。
文摘The purpose of this article is to provide,from the perspective of deformable solid mechanics,a correct justification for the expressions of all forces acting on the surface of a ferromagnetic material in a magnetic field,initiated only by this field.It is shown that the moment of force applied to any closed body surface S,corresponding to the asymmetric part TAof the stress tensor T(denoted as the force pA),balances the mass magnetic moment Lmagacting in the volume V bounded by the surface S.The emergence of the asymmetric part TAof the stress tensor arises as a consequence of a special case within the moment theory of elasticity,the use of which is necessary for accurately describing the behavior of a ferromagnetic material in a magnetic field.The force pa acts in a plane tangential to the surface S at any point,while,in addition to this force,the normal force pn also acts on the body surface.It is shown in the article that the latter force arises as a result of a jump in the normal component of the magnetic field strength appearing at the body surface,and its expression is defined by the mass' s(ponderomotive) magnetic forces Fmag.Usually,this force is introduced based on the Maxwell stress tensor,which is used in the classical electromagnetism to represent the interaction between electromagnetic forces and mechanical momentum.However,as we believe and justify this in the article,such an approach is unacceptable in deformable solid mechanics.
基金support from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada(NSERC),the Canada Foundation for Innovation(CFI),the Research Capacity Program(RCP)of Alberta,the Canada Research Chairs Program(H.Zeng),and China Scholarship Council.
文摘Friction is ubiquitous and plays a key role in the functionality of many biological and engineering systems,from articular cartilage to machinery.While friction facilitates motion,it also causes wear and energy loss in moving parts.Lubricants(particularly liquid lubricants)are essential to reduce the negative effects of friction,and their properties(e.g.,rheology and compatibility with friction materials)significantly influence lubrication performance and related mechanisms.The tribological phenomena between friction surfaces separated by a nanoconfined liquid film are governed by both external load and surface forces involved.Despite significant progress over the past few decades,the molecular and interfacial interaction mechanisms driving liquid-lubricated friction are not yet fully understood,and a comprehensive correlation between surface forces and tribological behaviors in nanoconfined liquids has not been fully established.In this review,we first summarize the latest understanding of fundamental concepts in surface forces,nano-rheology,and tribology in nanoconfined liquids.Representative tribological phenomena in nanoconfined liquids are analyzed and correlated with surface forces and liquid properties involved in specific cases.Additionally,advanced nanomechanical technologies(e.g.,surface forces apparatus(SFA)and atomic force microscopy(AFM)),which show great potential in the field of tribology,are introduced.The advantages and current limitations of these technologies are also discussed.Moreover,key findings from recent tribological studies involving different liquids(both aqueous solutions and nonpolar liquids)are reviewed,and the underlying mechanisms of lubrication performance are analyzed from the perspective of surface forces.The future directions of tribology in nanoconfined liquids are discussed,providing insights and inspirations for developing effective lubrication strategies.This review enhances the understanding of nanotribology and correlates tribological phenomena with surface forces and rheology in nanoconfined liquids,offering new insights for developing advanced lubricants and wear-resistance materials.
基金funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.U24A20138 and No.52376039)the Beijing Natural Science Foundation,China(JQ24017)+1 种基金the National Science and Technology Major Project of China(Nos.J2019-II-0005-0025 and Y2022-II-0002-0005)the Special Fund for the Member of Youth Innovation Promotion Association of Chinese Academy of Sciences,China(No.2018173).
文摘To assess the aerodynamic performance and vibration characteristics of rotor blades during rotation,a study of unsteady blade surface forces is conducted in a low-speed axial flow compressor under a rotating coordinate system.The capture,modulation,and acquisition of unsteady blade surface forces are achieved by using pressure sensors and strain gauges attached to the rotor blades,in conjunction with a wireless telemetry system.Based on the measurement reliability verification,this approach allows for the determination of the static pressure distribution on rotor blade surfaces,enabling the quantitative description of loadability at different spanwise positions along the blade chord.Effects caused by the factors such as Tip Leakage Flow(TLF)and flow separation can be perceived and reflected in the trends of static pressure on the blade surfaces.Simultaneously,the dynamic characteristics of unsteady pressure and stress on the blade surfaces are analyzed.The results indicate that only the pressure signals measured at the mid-chord of the blade tip can distinctly detect the unsteady frequency of TLF due to the oscillation of the low-pressure spot on the pressure surface.Subsequently,with the help of one-dimensional continuous wavelet analysis method,it can be inferred that as the compressor enters stall,the sensors are capable of capturing stall cell frequency under a rotating coordinate system.Furthermore,the stress at the blade root is higher than that at the blade tip,and the frequency band of the vibration can also be measured by the pressure sensors fixed on the casing wall in a stationary frame.While the compressor stalls,the stress at the blade root can be higher,which can provide valuable guidance for monitoring the lifecycle of compressor blades.
基金The National Basic Research Program of China(973 Program)(No.2011CB707605)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.50925519,50821063)
文摘The forces between two molecularly smooth mica surfaces are measured in monovalent and divalent cations electrolyte solutions by a surface force apparatus （SFA）. The properties of K＋, Na＋, and Mg2＋ between molecularly smooth mica surfaces are investigated. The Derjagui-Landau- Verwey-Overbeek （DLVO） force and the hydration force are detected in the experiment. The results show that in lower concentrations of a monovalent electrolyte solution （about 10-4 mol/L）, the force curves are completely in good agreement with those computed by the DLVO theory. However, additional short-range repulsive forces which deviate from the DLVO theory are observed when the concentrations of cations are above the critical bulk concentration, which is different for each electrolyte. The results show the properties of these cations on both the screening effect adsorbed on the mica surface and the hydration in solution. From the results, the interaction energy between two hydrated ions of potassium or sodium can also be estimated.
基金supported by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada(NSERC)the Canada Foundation for Innovation(CFI)+2 种基金the Research Capacity Program(RCP)of Albertathe Future Energy Systems under the Canada First Research Excellence Fundthe Canada Research Chairs Program。
文摘Despite the advances that have been made in renewable energy over the past decade,crude oil or petroleum remains one of the most important energy resources to the world.Petroleum production presents many challenging issues,such as the destabilization of complex oil-water emulsions,fouling phenomena on pipelines and other facilities,and water treatment.These problems are influenced by the molecular forces at the oil/water/solid/gas interfaces involved in relevant processes.Herein,we present an overview of recent advances on probing the interfacial forces in several petroleum production processes(e.g.,bitumen extraction,emulsion stabilization and destabilization,fouling and antifouling phenomena,and water treatment)by applying nanomechanical measurement technologies such as a surface forces apparatus(SFA)and an atomic force microscope(AFM).The interaction forces between bitumen and mineral solids or air bubbles in the surrounding fluid media determine the bitumen liberation and flotation efficiency in oil sands production.The stability of complex oil/water emulsions is governed by the forces between emulsion drops and particularly between interface-active species(e.g.,asphaltenes).Various oil components(e.g.,asphaltenes)and emulsion drops interact with different substrate surfaces(e.g.,pipelines or membranes),influencing fouling phenomena,oil-water separation,and wastewater treatment.Quantifying these intermolecular and interfacial forces has advanced the mechanistic understanding of these interfacial interactions,facilitating the development of advanced materials and technologies to solve relevant challenging issues and improve petroleum production processes.Remaining challenges and suggestions on future research directions in the field are also presented.
基金This study was financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(51922058)Natural Science Foundation of Fujian Province(2021J05055).
文摘In water-based boundary lubrication regime,the contact gaps(or boundary lubricated film thickness)and surface pressure distribution must be determined to really understand the boundary lubricated contact mechanism.However,the accurate determination of these parameters is limited.In this study,a mechanical model based on boundary lubricated contact involving surface force effects is developed.The surface force distribution characteristics,normal force vs.central film thickness curve,and macroscale water-based boundary lubricated contact are investigated numerically.The results show that hydration directly affects surface force interaction.The accurate boundary lubricated film thickness and surface pressure distribution can be obtained using this model in point contact.Furthermore,the mechanism of macroscale water-based liquid boundary lubricated contact is investigated,in which a water-based boundary lubricated film is formed under appropriate operating conditions based on surface force effects during running-in.This study can reveal the water-base boundary lubricated contact behavior and the carrying capacity of the surface force effect,and provides important design guidance for the surface force effect to achieve liquid superlubricity in water-based boundary lubricated contacts.
基金Partially supported by Scientific Research Foundation for Returned Overseas Chinese Scholars,State Education Committee.
文摘Variation of the surface adhesion force during the formation of octadecyl trichlorosilane (OTS) self-assembled monolayer on a glass substrate surface was investigated by atomic force microscope (AFM). The research shows that the hydrophobicity and the adhesion force of the sample surface increases gradually while the substrate surface is covered by OTS molecules as the reaction proceeds. After 15min reaction, a close-packed and smooth OTS self-assembled monolayer could form on the glass substrate surface with an advancing contact angle of 105° and an interfacial energy of 55.79mJ·m-2.
文摘Interactions involving chemical reagents,solid particles,gas bubbles,liquid droplets,and solid surfaces in complex fluids play a vital role in many engineering processes,such as froth flotation,emulsion and foam formation,adsorption,and fouling and anti-fouling phenomena.These interactions at the molecular,nano-,and micro scale significantly influence and determine the macroscopic performance and efficiency of related engineering processes.Understanding the intermolecular and surface interactions in engineering processes is of both fundamental and practical importance,which not only improves production technologies,but also provides valuable insights into the development of new materials.In this review,the typical intermolecular and surface interactions involved in various engineering processes,including Derjaguin–Landau–Verwey–Overbeek(DLVO)interactions(i.e.,van der Waals and electrical doublelayer interactions)and non-DLVO interactions,such as steric and hydrophobic interactions,are first introduced.Nanomechanical techniques such as atomic force microscopy and surface forces apparatus for quantifying the interaction forces of molecules and surfaces in complex fluids are briefly introduced.Our recent progress on characterizing the intermolecular and surface interactions in several engineering systems are reviewed,including mineral flotation,petroleum engineering,wastewater treatment,and energy storage materials.The correlation of these fundamental interaction mechanisms with practical applications in resolving engineering challenges and the perspectives of the research field have also been discussed.
基金The National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.51605090)the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province(No.BK20160776,BK20160670)Research Foundation of Nanjing Institute of Technology(No.YKJ201502)。
文摘As the structure of electrical double layer(EDL)is crucial for the transport properties of ions in micro/nanochannels,to demonstrate the effects of the ion-ion correlations on EDL structures in mixture electrolyte solutions,the interaction forces between two mica surfaces immersed in different volume fractions of LaCl3/KCl and LaCl3/MgCl2 mixture solutions with a total ionic strength of 10^-4 mol/L were measured using a surface forces apparatus(SFA).The results reveal that the surface charge of mica surfaces can be inversed at a critical concentration of La^3+ions in electrolyte solutions,due to the correlations between La^3+ions.The addition of monovalent has negligible effects on ion-ion correlations,while the charge inversion was slightly suppressed by introducing the divalent ions.The mechanism of charge inversion in mixture electrolyte solutions was analyzed based on the strongly correlated liquid(SCL)theory.These findings provide implications for understanding the effects of ion-ion correlations on EDL structures,surface charge properties,and ion transportation.
基金supported by Interactionsof the External Forcing in the Northern Mid-high Latitudes with Atmospheric Circulations (GYHY200906017)the Coordinated Observation and Prediction of Earth System(COPES) project (GYHY200706005)the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant No. 40875052),and the Alaska Ocean Observing System (AOOS)
文摘Using monthly mean sea ice velocity data obtained from the International Arctic Buoy Programme （IABP） for the period of 1979–1998 and the monthly mean NCEP/NCAR re-analysis dataset （1960–2002）, we investigated the spatiotemporal evolution of the leading sea ice motion mode （based on a complex correlation matrix constructed of normalized sea ice motion velocity） and their association with sea level pressure （SLP） and the predominant modes of surface wind field variability. The results indicate that the leading winter sea ice motion mode’s spatial evolution is characterized by two alternating and distinct sea ice modes, or their linear combination. One mode （M1） shows a nearly closed cyclonic or anti-cyclonic circulation anomaly in the Arctic Basin and its marginal seas, resembling to a large extent the response of sea ice motion to the Arctic Oscillation （AO）, as many previous studies have revealed. The other mode （M2） displays a coherent cyclonic or anti-cyclonic circulation anomaly with its center close to the Laptev Sea, which has not been identified in previous observational studies. In fact, M1 and M2 respectively reflect the responses of sea ice motion to two predominant modes of winter surface wind variability north of 70 ？ N, which well correspond, with slight differences, to the first two modes of EOF analysis of winter monthly mean SLP north of 70 ？ N. These slight differences in SLP anomalies lead to a difference of M2 from the response of sea ice motion to the dipole anomaly. Although the AO significantly influences sea ice motion, it is not crucial for the existence of M1. The new sea ice motion mode （M2） has the largest variance and clearly differs from the response of winter monthly mean sea ice motion to the dipole anomaly in SLP fields, and corresponding SLP anomalies also show differences compared to the dipole anomaly. This study indicates that in the Arctic Basin and its marginal seas, slight differences in SLP anomaly patterns can force distinctly different sea ice motion anomalies.
基金co-supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Nos. 51235004, 51375235)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities (No. NE2014103) of ChinaPriority Academic Program Development of Jiangsu Higher Education Institutions (PAPD) of China
文摘（TiCp＋ TiBw）/Ti-6Al-4V titanium matrix composites（PTMCs） have broad application prospects in the aviation and nuclear field. However, it is a typical difficult-to-cut material due to high hardness of the reinforcements, high strength and low thermal conductivity of Ti-6Al-4V alloy matrix. Grinding experiments with vitrified CBN wheels were conducted to analyze comparatively the grinding performance of PTMCs and Ti-6Al-4V alloy. Grinding force and force ratios, specific grinding energy, grinding temperature, surface roughness, ground surface appearance were discussed. The results show that the normal grinding force and the force ratios of PTMCs are much larger than that of Ti-6Al-4V alloy. Low depth of cut and high workpiece speed are generally beneficial to achieve the precision ground surface for PTMCs. The hard reinforcements of PTMCs are mainly removed in the ductile mode during grinding. However, the removal phenomenon of the reinforcements due to brittle fracture still exists, which contributes to the lower specific grinding energy and grinding temperature of PTMCs than Ti-6Al-4V alloy.
基金Supported by the Strategic Priority Research Program of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(No.XDA19060102)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.91958201,42130608)the Strategic Priority Research Program of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(No.XDB42000000)。
文摘Atlantic meridional overturning circulation(AMOC)plays an important role in transporting heat meridionally in the Earth’s climate system and is also a key metrical tool to verify oceanic general circulation models.Two OMIP(Ocean Model Intercomparison Project phase 1 and 2)simulations with LICOM3(version 3 of the LASG/IAP Climate System Ocean Model)developed at the State Key Laboratory of Numerical Modeling for Atmospheric Sciences and Geophysical Fluid Dynamics(LASG),Institute of Atmospheric Physics(IAP),are compared in this study.Both simulations well reproduce the fundamental characteristics of the AMOC,but the OMIP1 simulation shows a significantly stronger AMOC than the OMIP2 simulation.Because the LICOM3 configurations are identical between these two experiments,any differences between them must be attributed to the surface forcing data.Further analysis suggests that sea surface salinity(SSS)differences should be mainly responsible for the enhanced AMOC in the OMIP1 simulation,but sea surface temperature(SST)also play an unignorable role in modulating AMOC.In the North Atlantic,where deep convection occurs,the SSS in OMIP1 is more saline than that in OMIP1.We find that in the major region of deep convection,the change of SSS has more significant effect on density than the change of SST.As a result,the SSS was more saline than that in OMIP2,leading to stronger deep convection and subsequently intensify the AMOC.We conduct a series of numerical experiments with LICOM3,and the results confirmed that the changes in SSS have more significant effect on the strength of AMOC than the changes in SST.
文摘wo different surface morphology characteristics of magnetron sputtered aluminumsilicon(Al-Si)alloy films deposited at 0 and 200℃ were observed by atomic force microscopy(AFM).One is irregularly shaped grains put togther on a plane.The other is irregularly shaped grains Piled up in space. Nanometer-sized particles with heights from 1.6 to 2.9 nm were first observed. On the basis of these observations the growth mechanism of magnetron sputtered films is discussed.
基金supported by Beijing Natural Science Foundation (No. L244035)Science Fund Program for Distinguished Young Scholars (Overseas, Nos. KZ37114301, KZ37125801)the support from Israel Science Foundation-National Natural Science Foundation of China joint research program (No. 3618/21)。
文摘Using different external stimuli to control interfacial friction, rather than just pursuing low friction, is a highly attractive research regime due to its economic and scientific importance. One option to achieve such a goal is to use external stimuli that modulate the energy dissipation pathways. In particular, electric stimuli such as surface potential has gained remarkable interest for two reasons: Electrotunable friction has the potential for real-time, in situ manipulation of friction, and external electric stimuli is relatively easy to apply and to remove for reversible change. In this review, we explore the emerging research area of electrotunable friction mainly under the boundary lubrication situation, when the contacting surfaces are separated by a molecularly thin layer, reviewing typical achievements from experiments using electrochemical atomic force microscopy and modified surface force balances, as well as molecular dynamics simulations. Additionally, we explore the theoretical and practical challenges that may need to be tackled in the future.
基金The National Basic Research Program of China(973Program)(No.2011CB707605)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.50925519)
文摘The surface and adhesion forces between chitosan- coated mica surfaces in an acetic acid buffer solution were measured using a surface force apparatus （SFA）. The force- distance profiles were obtained under different pressure conditions. It was found that the chitosan was adsorbed on the mica surface and formed a stable nanofilm under acid conditions. The adsorbed chitosan nanofilms induced a short- range monotonically steric force when two such surfaces came close in the acid buffer. The adhesion forces between the two chitosan-coated mica surfaces varied with the loads. Strong adhesion between the two chitosan-coated mica surfaces was observed at high pressure. Such pressure-dependent adhesion properties are most likely related to the molecular configurations and hydrogen bonds reordering under high confinement.
文摘The stress analysis of surrounding rock for two random geometry tunnels is studied in this paper by using Schwarz’s alternating method. The simple and effective alternating algorithm is found, in which the surplus surface force is approximated by Fourier series, thus the iteration derivation can be conducted according to the precision required, finally, the stress results with high precision are obtained.
基金support from Science Foundation of China University of Petroleum,Beijing (No.2462023QNXZ018)the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC)+2 种基金Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI)the Research Capacity Program (RCP)of Albertathe Canada Research Chairs Program。
文摘The unexpected scaling phenomena have resulted in significant damages to the oil and gas industries,leading to issues such as heat exchanger failures and pipeline clogging.It is of practical and fundamental importance to understand the scaling mechanisms and develop efficient anti-scaling strategies.However,the underlying surface interaction mechanisms of scalants(e.g.,calcite)with various substrates are still not fully understood.In this work,the colloidal probe atomic force microscopy(AFM)technique has been applied to directly quantify the surface forces between calcite particles and different metallic substrates,including carbon steel(CR1018),low alloy steel(4140),stainless steel(SS304)and tungsten carbide,under different water chemistries(i.e.,salinity and pH).Measured force profiles revealed that the attractive van der Waals(VDW)interaction contributed to the attachment of the calcium carbonate particles on substrate surfaces,while the repulsive electric double layer(EDL)interactions could inhibit the attachment behaviors.High salinity and acidic p H conditions of aqueous solutions could weaken the EDL repulsion and promote the attachment behavior.The adhesion of calcite particles with CR1018 and4140 substrates was much stronger than that with SS304 and tungsten carbide substrates.The bulk scaling tests in aqueous solutions from an industrial oil production process showed that much more severe scaling behaviors of calcite was detected on CR1018 and 4140 than those on SS304 and tungsten carbide,which agreed with surface force measurement results.Besides,high salinity and acidic p H can significantly enhance the scaling phenomena.This work provides fundamental insights into the scaling mechanisms of calcite at the nanoscale with practical implications for the selection of suitable antiscaling materials in petroleum industries.
