Polyacrylic acid(PAA)hydrogel composites with different hexagonal boron nitride(h-BN)fillers were synthesized and successfully 3D-printed while their thermal conductivity was systematically studied.With the content of...Polyacrylic acid(PAA)hydrogel composites with different hexagonal boron nitride(h-BN)fillers were synthesized and successfully 3D-printed while their thermal conductivity was systematically studied.With the content of h-BN increasing from 0.1 wt%to 0.3 wt%,the thermal conductivity of the 3D-printed composites has been improved.Moreover,through the shear force given by the 3D printer,a complete thermal conductivity path is obtained inside the hydrogel,which significantly improves the thermal conductivity of the h-BN hydrogel composites.The maximum thermal conductivity is 0.8808 W/(m·K),leading to a thermal conductive enhancement of 1000%,compared with the thermal conductivity of pure PAA hydrogels.This study shows that using h-BN fillers can effectively and significantly improve the thermal conductivity of hydrogelbased materials while its 3D-printable ability has been maintained.展开更多
The use of commercial products such as a cup and liner for total hip arthroplasty for patients with severe bone defects has a high probability of failure.In these patients the cup alone cannot cover the bone defect,an...The use of commercial products such as a cup and liner for total hip arthroplasty for patients with severe bone defects has a high probability of failure.In these patients the cup alone cannot cover the bone defect,and thus,an additional augment or cage is required.In this study,we designed three-dimensional(3D)printable bone augments as an alternative to surgeries using reinforcement cages.Thirty-five sharp-edged bone augments of various sizes were 3D printed.A biporous structure was designed to reduce the weight of the augment and to facilitate bone ingrowth.Two types of frames were used to prevent damage to the augment’s porous structure and maintain its stability during printing.Furthermore,two types of holes were provided for easy augment fixation at various angles.Fatigue tests were performed on a combination of worst-case sizes derived using finite element analysis.The test results confirmed the structural stability of the specimens at a load of 5340 N.Although the porosity of the specimens was measured to be 63.70%,it cannot be said that the porous nature was uniformly distributed because porosity tests were performed locally and randomly.In summary,3D-printable biporous bone augments capable of bonding from various angles and bidirectionally through angulation and bottom-plane screw holes are proposed.The mechanical results with bone augments indicate good structural safety in patients.However,further research is necessary to study the clinical applications of the proposed bone augment.展开更多
Aggregation-induced emission(AIE)materials exhibit remarkable emission properties in the aggregated or solid states,offering numerous advantages such as high quantum yield,excellent photostability,and low background s...Aggregation-induced emission(AIE)materials exhibit remarkable emission properties in the aggregated or solid states,offering numerous advantages such as high quantum yield,excellent photostability,and low background signals.These characteristics have led to their widespread application in optoelectronic devices,bio-detection markers,chemical sensing,and stimuli-responsive applications among others.In contrast to traditional manufacturing processes,3D printing(3DP)enables rapid prototyping and large-scale customization with excellent flexibility in manufacturing techniques and material selection.The combination of AIE materials with 3DP can provide new strategies for fabricating materials and devices with complex structures.Therefore,3DP is an ideal choice for processing AIE organic luminescent materials.However,3DP of AIE materials is still in the early stages of development and is facing many challenges including limited printable AIE materials,poor printing functionalities and limited application range.This review aims to summarize the significant achievements in the field of 3DP of AIE materials.Firstly,different types of AIE materials for 3DP are studied,and the factors that affect the printing effect and the luminescence mechanism are discussed.Then,the latest advancements made in various application domains using 3D printed AIE materials are summarized.Finally,the existing challenges of this emerging field are discussed while the future prospects are prospected.展开更多
Facile and rapid 3D fabrication of strong,bioactive materials can address challenges that impede repair of large-to-massive rotator cuff tears including personalized grafts,limited mechanical support,and inadequate ti...Facile and rapid 3D fabrication of strong,bioactive materials can address challenges that impede repair of large-to-massive rotator cuff tears including personalized grafts,limited mechanical support,and inadequate tissue regeneration.Herein,we developed a facile and rapid methodology that generates visible light-crosslinkable polythiourethane(PHT)pre-polymer resin(~30 min at room temperature),yielding 3D-printable scaffolds with tendon-like mechanical attributes capable of delivering tenogenic bioactive factors.Ex vivo characterization confirmed successful fabrication,robust human supraspinatus tendon(SST)-like tensile properties(strength:23 MPa,modulus:459 MPa,at least 10,000 physiological loading cycles without failure),excellent suture retention(8.62-fold lower than acellular dermal matrix(ADM)-based clinical graft),slow degradation,and controlled release of fibroblast growth factor-2(FGF-2)and transforming growth factor-β3(TGF-β3).In vitro studies showed cytocompatibility and growth factor-mediated tenogenic-like differentiation of mesenchymal stem cells.In vivo studies demonstrated biocompatibility(3-week mouse subcutaneous implantation)and ability of growth factor-containing scaffolds to notably regenerate at least 1-cm of tendon with native-like biomechanical attributes as uninjured shoulder(8-week,large-to-massive 1-cm gap rabbit rotator cuff injury).This study demonstrates use of a 3D-printable,strong,and bioactive material to provide mechanical support and pro-regenerative cues for challenging injuries such as large-to-massive rotator cuff tears.展开更多
[目的]3-(3′,4′-次甲二氧苯基)-N-正丙基丙烯酰胺是具有广谱抑菌活性的化合物,将其研制成优良环保剂型悬浮剂,可为实现田间应用提供技术依据。[方法]采用湿法研磨制备了12种不同配方的悬浮剂,通过质量指标检测确定最佳配方,测定其表...[目的]3-(3′,4′-次甲二氧苯基)-N-正丙基丙烯酰胺是具有广谱抑菌活性的化合物,将其研制成优良环保剂型悬浮剂,可为实现田间应用提供技术依据。[方法]采用湿法研磨制备了12种不同配方的悬浮剂,通过质量指标检测确定最佳配方,测定其表面张力及其在黄瓜叶面的动态接触角,并开展了防治黄瓜白粉病田间药效试验。[结果]最佳配方为3-(3′,4′-次甲二氧苯基)-N-正丙基丙烯酰胺40%(折百)、S043%、D4252%、W071%、乙二醇3%、硅酸镁铝0.4%、黄原胶0.12%、B150.12%、消泡剂X600.3%、水补足。此悬浮剂在有效成分0.27 g a.i./L时的表面张力以及在黄瓜叶面的动态接触角均小于对照药剂40%苯醚甲环唑SC,表明其具有良好的润湿性能。在有效成分0.27 g a.i./L下的防效为88.38%,与对照药剂25%嘧菌酯SC 0.20 g a.i./L相当,且对黄瓜安全。[结论]制备悬浮剂为类白色均匀悬浮液,流动性好,粒径合格,悬浮率稳定在98.5%左右,pH为4.09,黏度为452 mPa·s,入水分散性合格,热储、低温及冻融稳定性良好,未出现沉淀,各项指标均达标,对黄瓜白粉病防效优良,具有良好的开发应用前景。展开更多
基金Funed by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2021YFA0715700)the Open Fund of Hubei Longzhong Laboratory。
文摘Polyacrylic acid(PAA)hydrogel composites with different hexagonal boron nitride(h-BN)fillers were synthesized and successfully 3D-printed while their thermal conductivity was systematically studied.With the content of h-BN increasing from 0.1 wt%to 0.3 wt%,the thermal conductivity of the 3D-printed composites has been improved.Moreover,through the shear force given by the 3D printer,a complete thermal conductivity path is obtained inside the hydrogel,which significantly improves the thermal conductivity of the h-BN hydrogel composites.The maximum thermal conductivity is 0.8808 W/(m·K),leading to a thermal conductive enhancement of 1000%,compared with the thermal conductivity of pure PAA hydrogels.This study shows that using h-BN fillers can effectively and significantly improve the thermal conductivity of hydrogelbased materials while its 3D-printable ability has been maintained.
基金supported by the Technology Development Program(P0011350)funded by the Ministry of SMEs and Startups(MSS,Korea)。
文摘The use of commercial products such as a cup and liner for total hip arthroplasty for patients with severe bone defects has a high probability of failure.In these patients the cup alone cannot cover the bone defect,and thus,an additional augment or cage is required.In this study,we designed three-dimensional(3D)printable bone augments as an alternative to surgeries using reinforcement cages.Thirty-five sharp-edged bone augments of various sizes were 3D printed.A biporous structure was designed to reduce the weight of the augment and to facilitate bone ingrowth.Two types of frames were used to prevent damage to the augment’s porous structure and maintain its stability during printing.Furthermore,two types of holes were provided for easy augment fixation at various angles.Fatigue tests were performed on a combination of worst-case sizes derived using finite element analysis.The test results confirmed the structural stability of the specimens at a load of 5340 N.Although the porosity of the specimens was measured to be 63.70%,it cannot be said that the porous nature was uniformly distributed because porosity tests were performed locally and randomly.In summary,3D-printable biporous bone augments capable of bonding from various angles and bidirectionally through angulation and bottom-plane screw holes are proposed.The mechanical results with bone augments indicate good structural safety in patients.However,further research is necessary to study the clinical applications of the proposed bone augment.
基金supported by the Key R&D Program of Guangxi Province(Grant No.GKAB23026101)Guangxi Natural Science Foundation(Grant No.2023GXNSFBA026287)the National Key R&D Program of China(No.2022YFB4601601).
文摘Aggregation-induced emission(AIE)materials exhibit remarkable emission properties in the aggregated or solid states,offering numerous advantages such as high quantum yield,excellent photostability,and low background signals.These characteristics have led to their widespread application in optoelectronic devices,bio-detection markers,chemical sensing,and stimuli-responsive applications among others.In contrast to traditional manufacturing processes,3D printing(3DP)enables rapid prototyping and large-scale customization with excellent flexibility in manufacturing techniques and material selection.The combination of AIE materials with 3DP can provide new strategies for fabricating materials and devices with complex structures.Therefore,3DP is an ideal choice for processing AIE organic luminescent materials.However,3DP of AIE materials is still in the early stages of development and is facing many challenges including limited printable AIE materials,poor printing functionalities and limited application range.This review aims to summarize the significant achievements in the field of 3DP of AIE materials.Firstly,different types of AIE materials for 3DP are studied,and the factors that affect the printing effect and the luminescence mechanism are discussed.Then,the latest advancements made in various application domains using 3D printed AIE materials are summarized.Finally,the existing challenges of this emerging field are discussed while the future prospects are prospected.
基金supported by Hong Kong Health Bureau (DFEK:Health Medical and Research Fund,08190466,DMW:Health Medical and Research Fund,07180686)Hong Kong Research Grants Council (DFEK:Early Career Scheme Award,24201720,General Research Fund:14213922,DMW:General Research Fund:14118620 and 14121121)+3 种基金National Natural Science Foundation of China-Hong Kong Research Grants Council Joint Research Scheme (DMW:N_CUHK409/23)Hong Kong Innovation and Technology Commission (DFEK:Tier 3 Award,ITS/090/18,DW:ITS/333/18DFEK,DMW,and RST:Health@InnoHK program)The Chinese University of Hong Kong (DFEK:Faculty Innovation Award,FIA2018/A/01)。
文摘Facile and rapid 3D fabrication of strong,bioactive materials can address challenges that impede repair of large-to-massive rotator cuff tears including personalized grafts,limited mechanical support,and inadequate tissue regeneration.Herein,we developed a facile and rapid methodology that generates visible light-crosslinkable polythiourethane(PHT)pre-polymer resin(~30 min at room temperature),yielding 3D-printable scaffolds with tendon-like mechanical attributes capable of delivering tenogenic bioactive factors.Ex vivo characterization confirmed successful fabrication,robust human supraspinatus tendon(SST)-like tensile properties(strength:23 MPa,modulus:459 MPa,at least 10,000 physiological loading cycles without failure),excellent suture retention(8.62-fold lower than acellular dermal matrix(ADM)-based clinical graft),slow degradation,and controlled release of fibroblast growth factor-2(FGF-2)and transforming growth factor-β3(TGF-β3).In vitro studies showed cytocompatibility and growth factor-mediated tenogenic-like differentiation of mesenchymal stem cells.In vivo studies demonstrated biocompatibility(3-week mouse subcutaneous implantation)and ability of growth factor-containing scaffolds to notably regenerate at least 1-cm of tendon with native-like biomechanical attributes as uninjured shoulder(8-week,large-to-massive 1-cm gap rabbit rotator cuff injury).This study demonstrates use of a 3D-printable,strong,and bioactive material to provide mechanical support and pro-regenerative cues for challenging injuries such as large-to-massive rotator cuff tears.
文摘[目的]3-(3′,4′-次甲二氧苯基)-N-正丙基丙烯酰胺是具有广谱抑菌活性的化合物,将其研制成优良环保剂型悬浮剂,可为实现田间应用提供技术依据。[方法]采用湿法研磨制备了12种不同配方的悬浮剂,通过质量指标检测确定最佳配方,测定其表面张力及其在黄瓜叶面的动态接触角,并开展了防治黄瓜白粉病田间药效试验。[结果]最佳配方为3-(3′,4′-次甲二氧苯基)-N-正丙基丙烯酰胺40%(折百)、S043%、D4252%、W071%、乙二醇3%、硅酸镁铝0.4%、黄原胶0.12%、B150.12%、消泡剂X600.3%、水补足。此悬浮剂在有效成分0.27 g a.i./L时的表面张力以及在黄瓜叶面的动态接触角均小于对照药剂40%苯醚甲环唑SC,表明其具有良好的润湿性能。在有效成分0.27 g a.i./L下的防效为88.38%,与对照药剂25%嘧菌酯SC 0.20 g a.i./L相当,且对黄瓜安全。[结论]制备悬浮剂为类白色均匀悬浮液,流动性好,粒径合格,悬浮率稳定在98.5%左右,pH为4.09,黏度为452 mPa·s,入水分散性合格,热储、低温及冻融稳定性良好,未出现沉淀,各项指标均达标,对黄瓜白粉病防效优良,具有良好的开发应用前景。
基金国家自然科学基金联合基金项目(U21A20485)浙江省高等教育“十四五”本科教育教学改革项目(jg20220019)+3 种基金浙江省产学合作协同育人项目(202018)浙江大学2023年度本科教学创新实践项目重点项目(202309)浙江省基础公益研究计划项目(LGG22F030008)浙江大学第一批AI For Education系列实证教学研究项目(202402)。
