The Jiao-Liao-Ji Belt within the North China Craton had undergone a complex tectonic evolution,marked by extensive Paleoproterozoic magmatism that produced a diverse range of mafic to felsic magmatic rocks.These event...The Jiao-Liao-Ji Belt within the North China Craton had undergone a complex tectonic evolution,marked by extensive Paleoproterozoic magmatism that produced a diverse range of mafic to felsic magmatic rocks.These events provide valuable geological records for understanding the tectonic evolution of the Jiao-Liao-Ji Belt.This study focuses on the Paleoproterozoic Chibaisong meta-gabbro in southern Jilin,investigating the source of mafic magma,petrogenesis,and tectonic setting through systematic petrological analysis,zircon U-Pb dating,and geochemical studies.The findings contribute to constraining the dynamic mechanisms of Paleoproterozoic extensional rifting in the Jiao-Liao-Ji orogenic belt.Geochemical data indicate that the samples exhibit low SiO₂(47.99–50.66 wt.%),TiO₂(0.75–3.20 wt.%),Nb(3.22–8.09 ppm),and Ta(0.22–0.51 ppm)contents,along with high TFeO₃(11.97–15.82 wt.%)and MgO(5.67–12.66 wt.%)concentrations.They also show low Nb/La ratios and high(Th/Nb)N values,consistent with the geochemical characteristics of tholeiitic basalts.The samples display low total rare earth element concentrations,weak or absent Eu anomalies,slight enrichment in light rare earth elements,relatively flat heavy rare earth element patterns,and depletion in Nb,Ta,and Ti.The meta-gabbro from southern Jilin exhibits geochemical similarities to Paleoproterozoic metamafic rocks from other regions of the Jiao-Liao-Ji Belt,resembling enriched mid-ocean ridge basalts(E-MORB)with Nb,Ta,and Ti depletion.Integration of previous studies and geochemical data suggests that the 2.16–2.10 Ga metamafic rocks in the Jiao-Liao-Ji Belt experienced contamination by older crustal material.These results indicate that the 2.16–2.10 Ga metamafic rocks are unlikely to be associated with island arc,continental arc,or mid-ocean ridge settings.Instead,they are more likely related to intraplate magmatism associated with continental rifting.展开更多
The roller is one of the fundamental elements of ore belt conveyor systems since it supports,guides,and directs material on the belt.This component comprises a body(the external tube)that rotates around a fixed shaft ...The roller is one of the fundamental elements of ore belt conveyor systems since it supports,guides,and directs material on the belt.This component comprises a body(the external tube)that rotates around a fixed shaft supported by easels.The external tube and shaft of rollers used in ore conveyor belts are mostly made of steel,resulting in high mass,hindering maintenance and replacement.Aiming to achieve mass reduction,we conducted a structural optimization of a roller with a polymeric external tube(hereafter referred to as a polymeric roller),seeking the optimal values for two design parameters:the inner diameter of the external tube and the shaft diameter.The optimization was constrained by admissible values for maximum stress,maximum deflection and misalignment angle between the shaft and bearings.A finite element model was built in Ansys Workbench to obtain the structural response of the system.The roller considered is composed of an external tube made of high-density polyethylene(HDPE),bearing seats of polyamide 6(PA6),and a steel shaft.To characterize the polymeric materials(HDPE and PA6),stress relaxation tests were conducted,and the data on shear modulus variation over time were inserted into the model to calculate Prony series terms to account for viscoelastic effects.The roller optimization was performed using surrogate modeling based on radial basis functions,with the Globalized Bounded Nelder-Mead(GBNM)algorithm as the optimizer.Two optimization cases were conducted.In the first case,concerning the roller’s initial material settings,the designs found violated the constraints and could not reduce mass.In the second case,by using PA6 in both bearing seats and the tube,a design configuration was found that respected all constraints and reduced the roller mass by 15.5%,equivalent to 5.15 kg.This study is among the first to integrate experimentally obtained viscoelastic data into the surrogate-based optimization of polymeric rollers,combining methodological innovation with industrial relevance.展开更多
The northern segment of the North-South Seismic Belt is characterized by intense crustal deformation,well-developed active tectonics,and frequent occurrences of strong earthquakes.Therefore,conducting a Probabilistic ...The northern segment of the North-South Seismic Belt is characterized by intense crustal deformation,well-developed active tectonics,and frequent occurrences of strong earthquakes.Therefore,conducting a Probabilistic Seismic Hazard Analysis(PSHA)for this region is of significant importance for supporting seismic fortification in major engineering projects and formulating disaster prevention and mitigation policies.In this study,a composite seismic source model was constructed by integrating data on historical earthquakes,active faults,and paleoseismicity.Furthermore,a logic tree framework was employed to quantify epistemic uncertainties,enabling a systematic seismic hazard assessment of the region.To more accurately characterize the spatial heterogeneity of seismic activity,improvements were made to both the Circular Spatial Smoothing Model(CSSM)with a fixed radius and the Adaptive Spatial Smoothing Model(ASSM),with full consideration given to the spatiotemporal completeness of historical earthquake magnitudes.Regarding the CSSM,for scenarios involving small sample sizes in earthquake catalogs,the cross-validation method proposed in this study demonstrated higher robustness than the maximum likelihood method in determining the optimal correlation distance.Performance evaluation results indicate that while both models effectively characterize seismic activity,the ASSM exhibits superior overall predictive performance compared to the CSSM,owing to its ability to adaptively adjust the smoothing radius according to seismic density.Significant discrepancies were observed in the Peak Ground Acceleration(PGA)results calculated with a 10%probability of exceedance in 50 years across different combinations of seismic source models.The single spatially smoothed point-source model yielded a maximum PGA of approximately 0.52 g,with high-value areas concentrated near historical epicenters,thereby significantly underestimating the hazard associated with major fault zones.When combined with the simple fault-source model,the maximum PGA increased to 0.8 g,with high-value zones exhibiting a zonal distribution along faults;however,the risk remained underestimated for faults with low slip rates that are nevertheless approaching their recurrence cycles.Following the introduction of the time-dependent characteristic fault-source model,local PGA values for faults in the middle-to-late stages of their recurrence cycles increased by a factor of 2 to 7 compared to the single model.These results demonstrate that the characteristic fault-source model reasonably delineates the time-dependence of large earthquake recurrence,thereby providing a more accurate assessment of imminent seismic risks.By comprehensively applying the improved spatially smoothed pointsource model,the simple fault-source model,and the characteristic fault-source model,the following faults within the region were identified as having high seismic hazard:the Huangxianggou,Zhangxian,and Tianshui segments of the Xiqinling northern edge fault;the Maqin-Maqu segment of the Dongkunlun fault;the Longriqu fault;the Maoergai fault;the Elashan fault;the Riyueshan fault;the eastern segment of the Lenglongling fault;the Maxianshan segment of the Maxianshan northern Margin fault;and the Maomaoshan-Jinqianghe segment of the Laohushan-Maomaoshan fault.As these faults are located within seismic gaps or are approaching the recurrence periods of large earthquakes,they should be prioritized for current and future seismic monitoring as well as disaster prevention and mitigation efforts.展开更多
Foreign body classification on coal conveyor belts is a critical component of intelligent coal mining systems.Previous approaches have primarily utilized convolutional neural networks(CNNs)to effectively integrate spa...Foreign body classification on coal conveyor belts is a critical component of intelligent coal mining systems.Previous approaches have primarily utilized convolutional neural networks(CNNs)to effectively integrate spatial and semantic information.However,the performance of CNN-based methods remains limited in classification accuracy,primarily due to insufficient exploration of local image characteristics.Unlike CNNs,Vision Transformer(ViT)captures discriminative features by modeling relationships between local image patches.However,such methods typically require a large number of training samples to perform effectively.In the context of foreign body classification on coal conveyor belts,the limited availability of training samples hinders the full exploitation of Vision Transformer’s(ViT)capabilities.To address this issue,we propose an efficient approach,termed Key Part-level Attention Vision Transformer(KPA-ViT),which incorporates key local information into the transformer architecture to enrich the training information.It comprises three main components:a key-point detection module,a key local mining module,and an attention module.To extract key local regions,a key-point detection strategy is first employed to identify the positions of key points.Subsequently,the key local mining module extracts the relevant local features based on these detected points.Finally,an attention module composed of self-attention and cross-attention blocks is introduced to integrate global and key part-level information,thereby enhancing the model’s ability to learn discriminative features.Compared to recent transformer-based frameworks—such as ViT,Swin-Transformer,and EfficientViT—the proposed KPA-ViT achieves performance improvements of 9.3%,6.6%,and 2.8%,respectively,on the CUMT-BelT dataset,demonstrating its effectiveness.展开更多
With the most advanced and sophisticated technologies and equipment,NYBELT is one of the largest manufacturers of flat transmission belts in the world.Under the Certified Quality,Environment,Occupational Health&Sa...With the most advanced and sophisticated technologies and equipment,NYBELT is one of the largest manufacturers of flat transmission belts in the world.Under the Certified Quality,Environment,Occupational Health&Safety,and Energy Standardized ISO Management System,NYBELT can produce all kinds of flat transmission belts,roller coverings and conveyor belts applicable to textile,printing&packaging,electronics and other industries.Due to the superior quality and the reasonable prices,we have become well known in providing high quality belting products and excellent service to customers all over the world.Our success in the past gives us the confidence to look into the future with great expectations.展开更多
In the 12 years since the Belt and Road Initiative was first proposed,many Chinese enterprises have made fruitful achievements in the participating countries of the Belt and Road Initiative.
Since its inception,the Belt and Road Initiative(BRI)has emerged as a global platform for international cooperation,with infrastructure connectivity at its core.Infrastructure,often referred to as the“lifeblood”of e...Since its inception,the Belt and Road Initiative(BRI)has emerged as a global platform for international cooperation,with infrastructure connectivity at its core.Infrastructure,often referred to as the“lifeblood”of economic and social development,plays a pivotal role in breaking bottlenecks,bridging regional gaps,and driving inclusive growth-particularly in developing regions where inadequate infrastructure has long hindered progress.展开更多
0 INTRODUCTION Orogenic belts are commonly built by multiple-stage processes involving oceanic subduction and continental collisions that result in the generation of magma with distinct geochemical compositions,as exe...0 INTRODUCTION Orogenic belts are commonly built by multiple-stage processes involving oceanic subduction and continental collisions that result in the generation of magma with distinct geochemical compositions,as exemplified by Central Asian Orogenic Belts(e.g.,Wang et al.,2024;Yin et al.,2024;Xiao et al.,2005)and the Tethyan tectonic domains(e.g.,Chen et al.,2024;Li et al.,2024;Tao et al.,2024a;Gehrels et al.,2011;Yin and Harrison,2000).展开更多
As energy cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative continues to deepen,both traditional and new energy projects require a diverse range of talents in fields such as engineering technology,management,environmenta...As energy cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative continues to deepen,both traditional and new energy projects require a diverse range of talents in fields such as engineering technology,management,environmental protection,and finance.However,the current talent supply faces structural deficiencies,including a lack of international perspective among local talent,a shortage of interdisciplinary talents,and an inadequate framework for transnational mobility and educational cooperation,which severely constrains project implementation efficiency.展开更多
On May 17,2017,President Xi Jinping met with Argentine President Mauricio Macri at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing,where they were attending the Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation.Xi stated that...On May 17,2017,President Xi Jinping met with Argentine President Mauricio Macri at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing,where they were attending the Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation.Xi stated that,as Latin America is a natural extension of the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road,China is willing to strengthen cooperation with Latin America,align development strategies within the framework of the Belt and Road Initiative(BRI),promote common development,and build a China-Latin America community with a shared future.展开更多
This review paper presents an in-depth investigation of the modeling techniques used to study conveyor belt dryers.These techniques are classified into four categories:theoretical modeling,computational fluid dynamics...This review paper presents an in-depth investigation of the modeling techniques used to study conveyor belt dryers.These techniques are classified into four categories:theoretical modeling,computational fluid dynamics(CFD),empirical,and performance under different control strategies.Within the theoretical and CFD categories,the models are further classified as transient and steady state,as well as one-dimensional,two-dimensional,and three-dimensional.The empirical approach involves conducting experimental studies to collect moisture ratio data during the drying process and comparing it with empirical models.The methods of control are divided into classical and advanced controllers,with classical controllers including proportional-integral(PI),proportional-integral-derivative(PID),and quantitative feedback theory(QFT)controllers.Advanced controllers consist of artificial intelligence-based controllers,such as artificial neural networks(ANN),adaptive neuro-fuzzy inference systems(ANFIS),nonlinear autoregressive exogenous(NARX)models,model predictive control(MPC),and soft sensors.This review elucidated the methodologies and software employed for each modeling technique,as well as their prospective utility in industrial contexts.The utilization of theoretical and CFD methodologies is advantageous in forecasting the dynamics of complex systems.Conversely,empirical techniques serve the purpose of validating theoretical models and procuring data to facilitate model refinement.Controllers play a crucial role in the optimization of the drying process and the attainment of desired outputs.展开更多
1.Objective,The Luang Prabang(Laos)-Loei(Thailand)metallogenetic belt,located along the northwestern margin of the Indochina Block(Fig.1a)and endowed nearly 200 t of gold and more than 106 t of copper,is one of the mo...1.Objective,The Luang Prabang(Laos)-Loei(Thailand)metallogenetic belt,located along the northwestern margin of the Indochina Block(Fig.1a)and endowed nearly 200 t of gold and more than 106 t of copper,is one of the most important gold-copper metallogenic belts in Indo-China Peninsula.It has undergone tectonic changes during the Early Paleozoic to Mesozoic Proto-Paleo Tethys tectonic evolution,recorded by the Luang Prabang tectonic belt,the Nan-Uttaradit suture,and the Dien Bien Phu-Loei suture.展开更多
In this article,the contemporary stress state of the Zhao-Ping metallogenic belt in eastern China was revealed using overcoring and hydraulic fracturing stress data,the relation between the stress field and geological...In this article,the contemporary stress state of the Zhao-Ping metallogenic belt in eastern China was revealed using overcoring and hydraulic fracturing stress data,the relation between the stress field and geological tectonics was discussed,and the stability of regional faults under the present-day stress environment was evaluated.The results indicate that the stress level is considerably high,and the distribution of stress intensity is uneven.The stress regime is primarily characterized by σ_(H)>σ_(v)>σ_(h).The σ_(H) orientation is well-oriented in the WNW-ESE,which is roughly identical to other stress indicators.Moreover,theσH direction reflected by joint strikes and inferred based on the fault characteristics agrees fairly with the identified stress orientation.The modern stress field basically inherited the tectonic stress field of the Yanshanian and Himalayan periods but is principally dominated by the Himalayan period.Additionally,the calculatedμm ranges from 0.2 to 0.7,indicating that the possibility of shallow faults across this area being reactivated and experiencing shear failure is small overall under the current stress conditions.μm=0.2 and 0.5 are suggested as the lower and upper limits for predicting and analyzing future fault activity in the area,respectively.展开更多
Cross-border e-commerce,as a new form of international trade,has shown great development potential in the context of the“Belt and Road”initiative.Based on the cross-border e-commerce export data from 2015 to 2024,th...Cross-border e-commerce,as a new form of international trade,has shown great development potential in the context of the“Belt and Road”initiative.Based on the cross-border e-commerce export data from 2015 to 2024,this paper analyzes the influencing factors of China's cross-border e-commerce exports to countries along the“Belt and Road”by constructing an econometric model.The study found that factors such as the perfection of digital infrastructure,the efficiency of logistics and transportation,the convenience of payment and settlement,and the penetration rate of consumers online shopping significantly affect the export scale of cross-border e-commerce.Institutional factors such as the development level of e-commerce platforms in countries along the route,market access thresholds,and tariff policies also play an important role.Based on the research results,suggestions are put forward to strengthen the construction of cross-border payment system,optimize the logistics distribution network,promote customs clearance facilitation,and deepen cooperation in the field of e-commerce,to provide references for promoting the development of China's crossborder e-commerce exports to countries along the“Belt and Road.”展开更多
The scientific assessment of ecosystem ser-vice value(ESV)plays a critical role in regional ecologi-cal protection and management,rational land use planning,and the establishment of ecological security barriers.The ec...The scientific assessment of ecosystem ser-vice value(ESV)plays a critical role in regional ecologi-cal protection and management,rational land use planning,and the establishment of ecological security barriers.The ecosystem service value of the Northeast Forest Belt from 2005 to 2020 was assessed,focusing on spatial–temporal changes and the driving forces behind these dynamics.Using multi-source data,the equivalent factor method,and geo-graphic detectors,we analyzed natural and socio-economic factors affecting the region.which was crucial for effective ecological conservation and land-use planning.Enhanced the effectiveness of policy formulation and land use plan-ning.The results show that the ESV of the Northeast Forest Belt exhibits an overall increasing trend from 2005 to 2020,with forests and wetlands contributing the most.However,there are significant differences between forest belts.Driven by natural and socio-economic factors,the ESV of forest belts in Heilongjiang and Jilin provinces showed significant growth.In contrast,the ESV of Forest Belts in Liaoning and Inner Mongolia of China remains relatively stable,but the spatial differentiation within these regions is characterized by significant clustering of high-value and low-value areas.Furthermore,climate regulation and hydrological regulation services were identified as the most important ecological functions in the Northeast Forest Belt,contributing greatly to regional ecological stability and human well-being.The ESV in the Northeast Forest Belt is improved during the study period,but the stability of the ecosystem is still chal-lenged by the dual impacts of natural and socio-economic factors.To further optimize regional land use planning and ecological protection policies,it is recommended to prior-itize the conservation of high-ESV areas,enhance ecological restoration efforts for wetlands and forests,and reasonably control the spatial layout of urban expansion and agricul-tural development.Additionally,this study highlights the importance of tailored ecological compensation policies and strategic land-use planning to balance environmental protec-tion and economic growth.展开更多
Taking the second member of the Xujiahe Formation of the Upper Triassic in the Xinchang structural belt as an example,based on data such as logging,production,seismic interpretation and test,a systematic analysis was ...Taking the second member of the Xujiahe Formation of the Upper Triassic in the Xinchang structural belt as an example,based on data such as logging,production,seismic interpretation and test,a systematic analysis was conducted on the structural characteristics and evolution,reservoir diagenesis and densification processes,and types and stages of faults/fractures,and revealing the multi-stage and multi-factor dynamic coupled enrichment mechanisms of tight gas reservoirs.(1)In the early Yanshan period,the paleo-structural traps were formed with low-medium maturity hydrocarbons accumulating in structural highs driven by buoyancy since reservoirs were not fully densified in this stage,demonstrating paleo-structure control on traps and early hydrocarbon accumulation.(2)In the middle-late Yanshan period,the source rocks became mature to generate and expel a large quantity of hydrocarbons.Grain size and type of sandstone controlled the time of reservoir densification,which restricted the scale of hydrocarbon charging,allowing for only a small-scale migration through sand bodies near the fault/fracture or less-densified matrix reservoirs.(3)During the Himalayan period,the source rocks reached overmaturity,and the residual oil cracking gas was efficiently transported along the late-stage faults/fractures.Wells with high production capacity were mainly located in Type I and II fault/fracture zones comprising the late-stage north-south trending fourth-order faults and the late-stage fractures.The productivity of the wells was controlled by the transformation of the late-stage faults/fractures.(4)The Xinchang structural belt underwent three stages of tectonic evolution,two stages of reservoir formation,and three stages of fault/fractures development.Hydrocarbons mainly accumulated in the paleo-structure highs.After reservoir densification and late fault/fracture adjustment,a complex gas-water distribution pattern was formed.Thus,it is summarized as the model of“near-source and low-abundance hydrocarbon charging in the early stage,and differential enrichment of natural gas under the joint control of fault-fold-fracture complex,high-quality reservoirs and structural highs in the late stage”.Faults/fractures with well-coupled fault-fold-fracture-pore are favorable exploration targets with high exploration effectiveness.展开更多
One of the detection objectives of the Chinese Asteroid Exploration mission is to investigate the space environment near the Main-belt Comet(MBC,Active Asteroid)311P/PANSTARRS.This paper outlines the scientific object...One of the detection objectives of the Chinese Asteroid Exploration mission is to investigate the space environment near the Main-belt Comet(MBC,Active Asteroid)311P/PANSTARRS.This paper outlines the scientific objectives,measurement targets,and measurement requirements for the proposed Gas and Ion Analyzer(GIA).The GIA is designed for in-situ mass spectrometry of neutral gases and low-energy ions,such as hydrogen,carbon,and oxygen,in the vicinity of 311P.Ion sampling techniques are essential for the GIA's Time-of-Flight(TOF)mass analysis capabilities.In this paper,we present an enhanced ion sampling technique through the development of an ion attraction model and an ion source model.The ion attraction model demonstrates that adjusting attraction grid voltage can enhance the detection efficiency of low-energy ions and mitigate the repulsive force of ions during sampling,which is influenced by the satellite's surface positive charging.The ion source model simulates the processes of gas ionization and ion multiplication.Simulation results indicate that the GIA can achieve a lower pressure limit below 10-13Pa and possess a dynamic range exceeding 10~9.These performances ensure the generation of ions with stable and consistent current,which is crucial for high-resolution and broad dynamic range mass spectrometer analysis.Preliminary testing experiments have verified GIA's capability to detect gas compositions such as H2O and N2.In-situ measurements near 311P using GIA are expected to significantly contribute to our understanding of asteroid activity mechanisms,the evolution of the atmospheric and ionized environments of main-belt comets,the interactions with solar wind,and the origin of Earth's water.展开更多
The Longmenshan structural belt on the eastern edge of the Tibetan Plateau experienced the impactful Mw7.92008 Wenchuan Earthquake,causing a 350 km surface rupture.Traditional models attribute this to the Beichuan and...The Longmenshan structural belt on the eastern edge of the Tibetan Plateau experienced the impactful Mw7.92008 Wenchuan Earthquake,causing a 350 km surface rupture.Traditional models attribute this to the Beichuan and Pengguan faults,but our research reveals a complex fault system at the northern end,with inconsistencies in surface rupture,aftershock distribution,and focal mechanisms.We integrate shallow geology,active source seismic reflection,and magnetotelluric profiling to establish a deep structural model for the northern end of the Longmenshan structural belt.This area exhibits dominant reverse thrust nappe tectonics,and analyzing the tectonic evolution history provides insights into deformation propagation from the orogenic belt toward the Sichuan Basin.Focal mechanism analysis and relocated aftershock data reveals two distinct types of seismogenic structures in the northern end of the Longmenshan structural belt.In the middle to northern segments,the reverse fault type is attributed to reactivated pre-existing faults.Conversely,at the northern end,the strike-slip fault type originates from high-angle co-seismic rupture cutting through pre-existing reverse faults.This study enhances our understanding of fault complexity and seismic mechanisms in the northeastern Longmenshan structural belt,providing new insights into regional tectonics.展开更多
Lower Carboniferous clastic sedimentary rocks(i.e.,the Nanduan Formation)in the Changning-Menglian belt of the southeastern Tibetan Plateau may provide new insights into the tectonic evolution of the Paleo-Tethys Ocea...Lower Carboniferous clastic sedimentary rocks(i.e.,the Nanduan Formation)in the Changning-Menglian belt of the southeastern Tibetan Plateau may provide new insights into the tectonic evolution of the Paleo-Tethys Ocean.This paper presents new petrographic,geochemical,and detrital zircon U-Pb age data to constrain the provenance and depositional setting of these rocks.Sandstone samples of the Nanduan Formation are all quartz arenites(Q_(92-99)F_(1-7)L_(0-2))with high SiO_(2)contents(85.1 wt.%-95.2 wt.%;average=90.9 wt.%),indicating high compositional maturity.They exhibit fractionated rare earth element(REE)patterns,with light REE enrichment[(La/Yb)_(N)=6.48-12.1]and negative Eu anomalies(Eu/Eu^(*)=0.53-0.74),and marked negative Sr-Cs-V-Cr-Ni anomalies in upper continental crust-normalised multi-element diagrams.The geochemical features and heavy mineral assemblages suggest that sediments were mainly derived from ancient sedimentary rocks in cratonic interiors or stable continental areas,and were probably deposited in a passive continental margin setting.Detrital zircon U-Pb dating(n=256)of the Nanduan Formation sandstones defines three distinct age peaks in the Pan-African(600-500 Ma),younger Grenvillian(950-850 Ma),and older Grenvillian(1250-1000 Ma).Their zircon age spectra are similar to those of Lower Paleozoic sedimentary rocks(i.e.,the Mengtong and Mengdingjie groups)in the BaoshanSibumasu Block,but significantly different from those of older rocks in the Simao-Indochina and other surrounding blocks(i.e.,the western Yangtze,western Cathaysia,western Qiangtang,Tethyan Himalaya,and Lhasa blocks).This suggests that the Nanduan Formation was deposited at the margin of the Baoshan-Sibumasu Block.Combining the new data presented in this study with published data,we suggest that the Nanduan Formation and underlying Lancang Group were deposited in the same setting during the Early and Late Paleozoic,respectively.展开更多
基金Supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.42172212).
文摘The Jiao-Liao-Ji Belt within the North China Craton had undergone a complex tectonic evolution,marked by extensive Paleoproterozoic magmatism that produced a diverse range of mafic to felsic magmatic rocks.These events provide valuable geological records for understanding the tectonic evolution of the Jiao-Liao-Ji Belt.This study focuses on the Paleoproterozoic Chibaisong meta-gabbro in southern Jilin,investigating the source of mafic magma,petrogenesis,and tectonic setting through systematic petrological analysis,zircon U-Pb dating,and geochemical studies.The findings contribute to constraining the dynamic mechanisms of Paleoproterozoic extensional rifting in the Jiao-Liao-Ji orogenic belt.Geochemical data indicate that the samples exhibit low SiO₂(47.99–50.66 wt.%),TiO₂(0.75–3.20 wt.%),Nb(3.22–8.09 ppm),and Ta(0.22–0.51 ppm)contents,along with high TFeO₃(11.97–15.82 wt.%)and MgO(5.67–12.66 wt.%)concentrations.They also show low Nb/La ratios and high(Th/Nb)N values,consistent with the geochemical characteristics of tholeiitic basalts.The samples display low total rare earth element concentrations,weak or absent Eu anomalies,slight enrichment in light rare earth elements,relatively flat heavy rare earth element patterns,and depletion in Nb,Ta,and Ti.The meta-gabbro from southern Jilin exhibits geochemical similarities to Paleoproterozoic metamafic rocks from other regions of the Jiao-Liao-Ji Belt,resembling enriched mid-ocean ridge basalts(E-MORB)with Nb,Ta,and Ti depletion.Integration of previous studies and geochemical data suggests that the 2.16–2.10 Ga metamafic rocks in the Jiao-Liao-Ji Belt experienced contamination by older crustal material.These results indicate that the 2.16–2.10 Ga metamafic rocks are unlikely to be associated with island arc,continental arc,or mid-ocean ridge settings.Instead,they are more likely related to intraplate magmatism associated with continental rifting.
基金funded by Vale S.A.company(www.vale.com)and the Institute of Technology Vale(ITV—www.itv.org),grant number SAP 4600048682.
文摘The roller is one of the fundamental elements of ore belt conveyor systems since it supports,guides,and directs material on the belt.This component comprises a body(the external tube)that rotates around a fixed shaft supported by easels.The external tube and shaft of rollers used in ore conveyor belts are mostly made of steel,resulting in high mass,hindering maintenance and replacement.Aiming to achieve mass reduction,we conducted a structural optimization of a roller with a polymeric external tube(hereafter referred to as a polymeric roller),seeking the optimal values for two design parameters:the inner diameter of the external tube and the shaft diameter.The optimization was constrained by admissible values for maximum stress,maximum deflection and misalignment angle between the shaft and bearings.A finite element model was built in Ansys Workbench to obtain the structural response of the system.The roller considered is composed of an external tube made of high-density polyethylene(HDPE),bearing seats of polyamide 6(PA6),and a steel shaft.To characterize the polymeric materials(HDPE and PA6),stress relaxation tests were conducted,and the data on shear modulus variation over time were inserted into the model to calculate Prony series terms to account for viscoelastic effects.The roller optimization was performed using surrogate modeling based on radial basis functions,with the Globalized Bounded Nelder-Mead(GBNM)algorithm as the optimizer.Two optimization cases were conducted.In the first case,concerning the roller’s initial material settings,the designs found violated the constraints and could not reduce mass.In the second case,by using PA6 in both bearing seats and the tube,a design configuration was found that respected all constraints and reduced the roller mass by 15.5%,equivalent to 5.15 kg.This study is among the first to integrate experimentally obtained viscoelastic data into the surrogate-based optimization of polymeric rollers,combining methodological innovation with industrial relevance.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(No.2022YFC3003502).
文摘The northern segment of the North-South Seismic Belt is characterized by intense crustal deformation,well-developed active tectonics,and frequent occurrences of strong earthquakes.Therefore,conducting a Probabilistic Seismic Hazard Analysis(PSHA)for this region is of significant importance for supporting seismic fortification in major engineering projects and formulating disaster prevention and mitigation policies.In this study,a composite seismic source model was constructed by integrating data on historical earthquakes,active faults,and paleoseismicity.Furthermore,a logic tree framework was employed to quantify epistemic uncertainties,enabling a systematic seismic hazard assessment of the region.To more accurately characterize the spatial heterogeneity of seismic activity,improvements were made to both the Circular Spatial Smoothing Model(CSSM)with a fixed radius and the Adaptive Spatial Smoothing Model(ASSM),with full consideration given to the spatiotemporal completeness of historical earthquake magnitudes.Regarding the CSSM,for scenarios involving small sample sizes in earthquake catalogs,the cross-validation method proposed in this study demonstrated higher robustness than the maximum likelihood method in determining the optimal correlation distance.Performance evaluation results indicate that while both models effectively characterize seismic activity,the ASSM exhibits superior overall predictive performance compared to the CSSM,owing to its ability to adaptively adjust the smoothing radius according to seismic density.Significant discrepancies were observed in the Peak Ground Acceleration(PGA)results calculated with a 10%probability of exceedance in 50 years across different combinations of seismic source models.The single spatially smoothed point-source model yielded a maximum PGA of approximately 0.52 g,with high-value areas concentrated near historical epicenters,thereby significantly underestimating the hazard associated with major fault zones.When combined with the simple fault-source model,the maximum PGA increased to 0.8 g,with high-value zones exhibiting a zonal distribution along faults;however,the risk remained underestimated for faults with low slip rates that are nevertheless approaching their recurrence cycles.Following the introduction of the time-dependent characteristic fault-source model,local PGA values for faults in the middle-to-late stages of their recurrence cycles increased by a factor of 2 to 7 compared to the single model.These results demonstrate that the characteristic fault-source model reasonably delineates the time-dependence of large earthquake recurrence,thereby providing a more accurate assessment of imminent seismic risks.By comprehensively applying the improved spatially smoothed pointsource model,the simple fault-source model,and the characteristic fault-source model,the following faults within the region were identified as having high seismic hazard:the Huangxianggou,Zhangxian,and Tianshui segments of the Xiqinling northern edge fault;the Maqin-Maqu segment of the Dongkunlun fault;the Longriqu fault;the Maoergai fault;the Elashan fault;the Riyueshan fault;the eastern segment of the Lenglongling fault;the Maxianshan segment of the Maxianshan northern Margin fault;and the Maomaoshan-Jinqianghe segment of the Laohushan-Maomaoshan fault.As these faults are located within seismic gaps or are approaching the recurrence periods of large earthquakes,they should be prioritized for current and future seismic monitoring as well as disaster prevention and mitigation efforts.
基金funded by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(grant number 2023YFC2907600)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(grant number 52504132)Tiandi Science and Technology Co.,Ltd.Science and Technology Innovation Venture Capital Special Project(grant number 2023-TD-ZD011-004).
文摘Foreign body classification on coal conveyor belts is a critical component of intelligent coal mining systems.Previous approaches have primarily utilized convolutional neural networks(CNNs)to effectively integrate spatial and semantic information.However,the performance of CNN-based methods remains limited in classification accuracy,primarily due to insufficient exploration of local image characteristics.Unlike CNNs,Vision Transformer(ViT)captures discriminative features by modeling relationships between local image patches.However,such methods typically require a large number of training samples to perform effectively.In the context of foreign body classification on coal conveyor belts,the limited availability of training samples hinders the full exploitation of Vision Transformer’s(ViT)capabilities.To address this issue,we propose an efficient approach,termed Key Part-level Attention Vision Transformer(KPA-ViT),which incorporates key local information into the transformer architecture to enrich the training information.It comprises three main components:a key-point detection module,a key local mining module,and an attention module.To extract key local regions,a key-point detection strategy is first employed to identify the positions of key points.Subsequently,the key local mining module extracts the relevant local features based on these detected points.Finally,an attention module composed of self-attention and cross-attention blocks is introduced to integrate global and key part-level information,thereby enhancing the model’s ability to learn discriminative features.Compared to recent transformer-based frameworks—such as ViT,Swin-Transformer,and EfficientViT—the proposed KPA-ViT achieves performance improvements of 9.3%,6.6%,and 2.8%,respectively,on the CUMT-BelT dataset,demonstrating its effectiveness.
文摘With the most advanced and sophisticated technologies and equipment,NYBELT is one of the largest manufacturers of flat transmission belts in the world.Under the Certified Quality,Environment,Occupational Health&Safety,and Energy Standardized ISO Management System,NYBELT can produce all kinds of flat transmission belts,roller coverings and conveyor belts applicable to textile,printing&packaging,electronics and other industries.Due to the superior quality and the reasonable prices,we have become well known in providing high quality belting products and excellent service to customers all over the world.Our success in the past gives us the confidence to look into the future with great expectations.
文摘In the 12 years since the Belt and Road Initiative was first proposed,many Chinese enterprises have made fruitful achievements in the participating countries of the Belt and Road Initiative.
文摘Since its inception,the Belt and Road Initiative(BRI)has emerged as a global platform for international cooperation,with infrastructure connectivity at its core.Infrastructure,often referred to as the“lifeblood”of economic and social development,plays a pivotal role in breaking bottlenecks,bridging regional gaps,and driving inclusive growth-particularly in developing regions where inadequate infrastructure has long hindered progress.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Project(No.2022YFC2903302)the Second Tibet Plateau Scientific Expedition and Research Program(STEP),(No.2019QZKK0802)+2 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.42361144841)the Chinese Academy of Geological Sciences Basal Research Fund(No.JKYZD202402)the Scientific Research Fund Project of BGRIMM Technology Group(No.JTKY202427822)。
文摘0 INTRODUCTION Orogenic belts are commonly built by multiple-stage processes involving oceanic subduction and continental collisions that result in the generation of magma with distinct geochemical compositions,as exemplified by Central Asian Orogenic Belts(e.g.,Wang et al.,2024;Yin et al.,2024;Xiao et al.,2005)and the Tethyan tectonic domains(e.g.,Chen et al.,2024;Li et al.,2024;Tao et al.,2024a;Gehrels et al.,2011;Yin and Harrison,2000).
基金2024 Western Project of the National Social Science Fund,"Research on Promotion Strategies and Implementation Paths for High-Quality Energy Cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative"(No.24XGJ002)PetroChina Southwest Oil&Gasfield Company Scientific Research Project,"Research on the Construction of Professional Technical Talent Teams in the PetroChina Southwest Oil&Gasfield Company"(No.2024D111-01-03)Chengdu soft science research project titled"Research on the Path to Achieve High-quality Clean Energy Cooperation between Chengdu and Countries along the Belt and Road"(No.2025-RK00-00088-ZF).
文摘As energy cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative continues to deepen,both traditional and new energy projects require a diverse range of talents in fields such as engineering technology,management,environmental protection,and finance.However,the current talent supply faces structural deficiencies,including a lack of international perspective among local talent,a shortage of interdisciplinary talents,and an inadequate framework for transnational mobility and educational cooperation,which severely constrains project implementation efficiency.
文摘On May 17,2017,President Xi Jinping met with Argentine President Mauricio Macri at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing,where they were attending the Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation.Xi stated that,as Latin America is a natural extension of the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road,China is willing to strengthen cooperation with Latin America,align development strategies within the framework of the Belt and Road Initiative(BRI),promote common development,and build a China-Latin America community with a shared future.
基金supported by the AmericanUniversity in Cairo,Egypt.
文摘This review paper presents an in-depth investigation of the modeling techniques used to study conveyor belt dryers.These techniques are classified into four categories:theoretical modeling,computational fluid dynamics(CFD),empirical,and performance under different control strategies.Within the theoretical and CFD categories,the models are further classified as transient and steady state,as well as one-dimensional,two-dimensional,and three-dimensional.The empirical approach involves conducting experimental studies to collect moisture ratio data during the drying process and comparing it with empirical models.The methods of control are divided into classical and advanced controllers,with classical controllers including proportional-integral(PI),proportional-integral-derivative(PID),and quantitative feedback theory(QFT)controllers.Advanced controllers consist of artificial intelligence-based controllers,such as artificial neural networks(ANN),adaptive neuro-fuzzy inference systems(ANFIS),nonlinear autoregressive exogenous(NARX)models,model predictive control(MPC),and soft sensors.This review elucidated the methodologies and software employed for each modeling technique,as well as their prospective utility in industrial contexts.The utilization of theoretical and CFD methodologies is advantageous in forecasting the dynamics of complex systems.Conversely,empirical techniques serve the purpose of validating theoretical models and procuring data to facilitate model refinement.Controllers play a crucial role in the optimization of the drying process and the attainment of desired outputs.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.42102113)the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant No.2021YFC2901803)+1 种基金the China Geological Survey Project(Grant No.DD20230579)China Scholarship Council(File No.202108575008).
文摘1.Objective,The Luang Prabang(Laos)-Loei(Thailand)metallogenetic belt,located along the northwestern margin of the Indochina Block(Fig.1a)and endowed nearly 200 t of gold and more than 106 t of copper,is one of the most important gold-copper metallogenic belts in Indo-China Peninsula.It has undergone tectonic changes during the Early Paleozoic to Mesozoic Proto-Paleo Tethys tectonic evolution,recorded by the Luang Prabang tectonic belt,the Nan-Uttaradit suture,and the Dien Bien Phu-Loei suture.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(52204084)the Open Research Fund of The State Key Laboratory of Coal Resources and safe Mining,CUMT(SKLCRSM23KF004)+3 种基金the Interdisciplinary Research Project for Young Teachers of USTB(Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities)(FRF-IDRY-GD22-002)the Fundamen〓〓tal Research Funds for the Central Universities and the Youth Teacher International Exchange and Growth Program(QNXM20220009)the National Key R&D Program of China(2022YFC2905600 and 2022YFC3004601)the Science,Technology&Innovation Proj〓〓ect of Xiongan New Area(2023XAGG0061).
文摘In this article,the contemporary stress state of the Zhao-Ping metallogenic belt in eastern China was revealed using overcoring and hydraulic fracturing stress data,the relation between the stress field and geological tectonics was discussed,and the stability of regional faults under the present-day stress environment was evaluated.The results indicate that the stress level is considerably high,and the distribution of stress intensity is uneven.The stress regime is primarily characterized by σ_(H)>σ_(v)>σ_(h).The σ_(H) orientation is well-oriented in the WNW-ESE,which is roughly identical to other stress indicators.Moreover,theσH direction reflected by joint strikes and inferred based on the fault characteristics agrees fairly with the identified stress orientation.The modern stress field basically inherited the tectonic stress field of the Yanshanian and Himalayan periods but is principally dominated by the Himalayan period.Additionally,the calculatedμm ranges from 0.2 to 0.7,indicating that the possibility of shallow faults across this area being reactivated and experiencing shear failure is small overall under the current stress conditions.μm=0.2 and 0.5 are suggested as the lower and upper limits for predicting and analyzing future fault activity in the area,respectively.
文摘Cross-border e-commerce,as a new form of international trade,has shown great development potential in the context of the“Belt and Road”initiative.Based on the cross-border e-commerce export data from 2015 to 2024,this paper analyzes the influencing factors of China's cross-border e-commerce exports to countries along the“Belt and Road”by constructing an econometric model.The study found that factors such as the perfection of digital infrastructure,the efficiency of logistics and transportation,the convenience of payment and settlement,and the penetration rate of consumers online shopping significantly affect the export scale of cross-border e-commerce.Institutional factors such as the development level of e-commerce platforms in countries along the route,market access thresholds,and tariff policies also play an important role.Based on the research results,suggestions are put forward to strengthen the construction of cross-border payment system,optimize the logistics distribution network,promote customs clearance facilitation,and deepen cooperation in the field of e-commerce,to provide references for promoting the development of China's crossborder e-commerce exports to countries along the“Belt and Road.”
基金funded by the Central University D Project(HFW230600022)National Natural Science Foundation of China(71973021)+1 种基金National Natural Science Foundation Youth Funding Project(72003022)Heilongjiang Province University Think Tank Open Topic(ZKKF2022173).
文摘The scientific assessment of ecosystem ser-vice value(ESV)plays a critical role in regional ecologi-cal protection and management,rational land use planning,and the establishment of ecological security barriers.The ecosystem service value of the Northeast Forest Belt from 2005 to 2020 was assessed,focusing on spatial–temporal changes and the driving forces behind these dynamics.Using multi-source data,the equivalent factor method,and geo-graphic detectors,we analyzed natural and socio-economic factors affecting the region.which was crucial for effective ecological conservation and land-use planning.Enhanced the effectiveness of policy formulation and land use plan-ning.The results show that the ESV of the Northeast Forest Belt exhibits an overall increasing trend from 2005 to 2020,with forests and wetlands contributing the most.However,there are significant differences between forest belts.Driven by natural and socio-economic factors,the ESV of forest belts in Heilongjiang and Jilin provinces showed significant growth.In contrast,the ESV of Forest Belts in Liaoning and Inner Mongolia of China remains relatively stable,but the spatial differentiation within these regions is characterized by significant clustering of high-value and low-value areas.Furthermore,climate regulation and hydrological regulation services were identified as the most important ecological functions in the Northeast Forest Belt,contributing greatly to regional ecological stability and human well-being.The ESV in the Northeast Forest Belt is improved during the study period,but the stability of the ecosystem is still chal-lenged by the dual impacts of natural and socio-economic factors.To further optimize regional land use planning and ecological protection policies,it is recommended to prior-itize the conservation of high-ESV areas,enhance ecological restoration efforts for wetlands and forests,and reasonably control the spatial layout of urban expansion and agricul-tural development.Additionally,this study highlights the importance of tailored ecological compensation policies and strategic land-use planning to balance environmental protec-tion and economic growth.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(42302141).
文摘Taking the second member of the Xujiahe Formation of the Upper Triassic in the Xinchang structural belt as an example,based on data such as logging,production,seismic interpretation and test,a systematic analysis was conducted on the structural characteristics and evolution,reservoir diagenesis and densification processes,and types and stages of faults/fractures,and revealing the multi-stage and multi-factor dynamic coupled enrichment mechanisms of tight gas reservoirs.(1)In the early Yanshan period,the paleo-structural traps were formed with low-medium maturity hydrocarbons accumulating in structural highs driven by buoyancy since reservoirs were not fully densified in this stage,demonstrating paleo-structure control on traps and early hydrocarbon accumulation.(2)In the middle-late Yanshan period,the source rocks became mature to generate and expel a large quantity of hydrocarbons.Grain size and type of sandstone controlled the time of reservoir densification,which restricted the scale of hydrocarbon charging,allowing for only a small-scale migration through sand bodies near the fault/fracture or less-densified matrix reservoirs.(3)During the Himalayan period,the source rocks reached overmaturity,and the residual oil cracking gas was efficiently transported along the late-stage faults/fractures.Wells with high production capacity were mainly located in Type I and II fault/fracture zones comprising the late-stage north-south trending fourth-order faults and the late-stage fractures.The productivity of the wells was controlled by the transformation of the late-stage faults/fractures.(4)The Xinchang structural belt underwent three stages of tectonic evolution,two stages of reservoir formation,and three stages of fault/fractures development.Hydrocarbons mainly accumulated in the paleo-structure highs.After reservoir densification and late fault/fracture adjustment,a complex gas-water distribution pattern was formed.Thus,it is summarized as the model of“near-source and low-abundance hydrocarbon charging in the early stage,and differential enrichment of natural gas under the joint control of fault-fold-fracture complex,high-quality reservoirs and structural highs in the late stage”.Faults/fractures with well-coupled fault-fold-fracture-pore are favorable exploration targets with high exploration effectiveness.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(42474239,41204128)China National Space Administration(Pre-research project on Civil Aerospace Technologies No.D010301)Strategic Priority Research Program of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(XDA17010303)。
文摘One of the detection objectives of the Chinese Asteroid Exploration mission is to investigate the space environment near the Main-belt Comet(MBC,Active Asteroid)311P/PANSTARRS.This paper outlines the scientific objectives,measurement targets,and measurement requirements for the proposed Gas and Ion Analyzer(GIA).The GIA is designed for in-situ mass spectrometry of neutral gases and low-energy ions,such as hydrogen,carbon,and oxygen,in the vicinity of 311P.Ion sampling techniques are essential for the GIA's Time-of-Flight(TOF)mass analysis capabilities.In this paper,we present an enhanced ion sampling technique through the development of an ion attraction model and an ion source model.The ion attraction model demonstrates that adjusting attraction grid voltage can enhance the detection efficiency of low-energy ions and mitigate the repulsive force of ions during sampling,which is influenced by the satellite's surface positive charging.The ion source model simulates the processes of gas ionization and ion multiplication.Simulation results indicate that the GIA can achieve a lower pressure limit below 10-13Pa and possess a dynamic range exceeding 10~9.These performances ensure the generation of ions with stable and consistent current,which is crucial for high-resolution and broad dynamic range mass spectrometer analysis.Preliminary testing experiments have verified GIA's capability to detect gas compositions such as H2O and N2.In-situ measurements near 311P using GIA are expected to significantly contribute to our understanding of asteroid activity mechanisms,the evolution of the atmospheric and ionized environments of main-belt comets,the interactions with solar wind,and the origin of Earth's water.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Project of China(No.2021YFC3000600)。
文摘The Longmenshan structural belt on the eastern edge of the Tibetan Plateau experienced the impactful Mw7.92008 Wenchuan Earthquake,causing a 350 km surface rupture.Traditional models attribute this to the Beichuan and Pengguan faults,but our research reveals a complex fault system at the northern end,with inconsistencies in surface rupture,aftershock distribution,and focal mechanisms.We integrate shallow geology,active source seismic reflection,and magnetotelluric profiling to establish a deep structural model for the northern end of the Longmenshan structural belt.This area exhibits dominant reverse thrust nappe tectonics,and analyzing the tectonic evolution history provides insights into deformation propagation from the orogenic belt toward the Sichuan Basin.Focal mechanism analysis and relocated aftershock data reveals two distinct types of seismogenic structures in the northern end of the Longmenshan structural belt.In the middle to northern segments,the reverse fault type is attributed to reactivated pre-existing faults.Conversely,at the northern end,the strike-slip fault type originates from high-angle co-seismic rupture cutting through pre-existing reverse faults.This study enhances our understanding of fault complexity and seismic mechanisms in the northeastern Longmenshan structural belt,providing new insights into regional tectonics.
基金financially supported by the Yunnan Fundamental Research Projects(No.202201AT070077)the Ministry-Province Cooperation Pilot Projects(No.2023ZRBSHZ059)+1 种基金the Major Science and Technology Special Plan of Yunnan Province(No.202202AG050006)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.41603032)。
文摘Lower Carboniferous clastic sedimentary rocks(i.e.,the Nanduan Formation)in the Changning-Menglian belt of the southeastern Tibetan Plateau may provide new insights into the tectonic evolution of the Paleo-Tethys Ocean.This paper presents new petrographic,geochemical,and detrital zircon U-Pb age data to constrain the provenance and depositional setting of these rocks.Sandstone samples of the Nanduan Formation are all quartz arenites(Q_(92-99)F_(1-7)L_(0-2))with high SiO_(2)contents(85.1 wt.%-95.2 wt.%;average=90.9 wt.%),indicating high compositional maturity.They exhibit fractionated rare earth element(REE)patterns,with light REE enrichment[(La/Yb)_(N)=6.48-12.1]and negative Eu anomalies(Eu/Eu^(*)=0.53-0.74),and marked negative Sr-Cs-V-Cr-Ni anomalies in upper continental crust-normalised multi-element diagrams.The geochemical features and heavy mineral assemblages suggest that sediments were mainly derived from ancient sedimentary rocks in cratonic interiors or stable continental areas,and were probably deposited in a passive continental margin setting.Detrital zircon U-Pb dating(n=256)of the Nanduan Formation sandstones defines three distinct age peaks in the Pan-African(600-500 Ma),younger Grenvillian(950-850 Ma),and older Grenvillian(1250-1000 Ma).Their zircon age spectra are similar to those of Lower Paleozoic sedimentary rocks(i.e.,the Mengtong and Mengdingjie groups)in the BaoshanSibumasu Block,but significantly different from those of older rocks in the Simao-Indochina and other surrounding blocks(i.e.,the western Yangtze,western Cathaysia,western Qiangtang,Tethyan Himalaya,and Lhasa blocks).This suggests that the Nanduan Formation was deposited at the margin of the Baoshan-Sibumasu Block.Combining the new data presented in this study with published data,we suggest that the Nanduan Formation and underlying Lancang Group were deposited in the same setting during the Early and Late Paleozoic,respectively.