Additive manufacturing(AM)technology has emerged as a viable solution for manufacturing complexshaped WC−Co cemented carbide products,thereby expanding their applications in industries such as resource mining,equipmen...Additive manufacturing(AM)technology has emerged as a viable solution for manufacturing complexshaped WC−Co cemented carbide products,thereby expanding their applications in industries such as resource mining,equipment manufacturing,and electronic information.This review provides a comprehensive summary of the progress of AM technology in WC−Co cemented carbides.The fundamental principles and classification of AM techniques are introduced,followed by a categorization and evaluation of the AM techniques for WC−Co cemented carbides.These techniques are classified as either direct AM technology(DAM)or indirect AM technology(IDAM),depending on their inclusion of post-processes like de-binding and sintering.Through an analysis of microstructure features,the most suitable AM route for WC−Co cemented carbide products with controllable microstructure is identified as the indirect AM technology,such as binder jet printing(BJP),which integrates AM with conventional powder metallurgy.展开更多
Ti(C,N)-Mo_(2)C-Ni cermet as alternative materials was explored for use in alkaline conditions,replacing the WC-Co cemented carbides,since Co is classified as a potentially carcinogenic substance and there is potentia...Ti(C,N)-Mo_(2)C-Ni cermet as alternative materials was explored for use in alkaline conditions,replacing the WC-Co cemented carbides,since Co is classified as a potentially carcinogenic substance and there is potential hazard of“hard metal disease”under the exposure to cobalt dust.The changes in microstructure,corrosion rate and volumetric loss rate of the two materials were compared under electrochemical corrosion and erosion-corrosion in alkaline environment.The results demonstrates that Ti(C,N)-Mo_(2)C-Ni cermet undergoes passivation when exposed to electrochemical corrosion of NaOH solution,resulting in a significant increase in oxygen content on the corroded surface.The corrosion rate of cermet is approximately one order of magnitude lower than that of the cemented carbide.Under the erosion-corrosion of an alkaline sand-water mixture,both the cermet and cemented carbide experience a gradual increase in volumetric loss rate with prolonging the erosion time.During erosion,the rim phase in cermet is fragile,so cracks easily penetrate it while the core phase remains intact.The medium-grained cemented carbide commonly demonstrates transgranular fracture mode,while in the fine-grained cemented carbide,cracks tend to propagate along phase boundaries.The erosive wear and damage caused by sand particles play a predominant role in the erosion-corrosion process of alkaline sand-water mixtures.This process represents an accelerated destructive phenomenon influenced and intensified by the combined effects of corrosion and erosion.It is confirmed that using cermet as an alternative anti-wear material to cemented carbides is feasible under alkaline conditions,and even better.展开更多
The good combination of mechanical and wear properties for cemented carbides is crucial.In this work,the wear behavior of functionally graded cemented carbide(FGCC)and non-graded cemented carbide(CC),with CoNiFeCr mul...The good combination of mechanical and wear properties for cemented carbides is crucial.In this work,the wear behavior of functionally graded cemented carbide(FGCC)and non-graded cemented carbide(CC),with CoNiFeCr multi-principal-element alloy(MPEA)binder,has been investigated by performing sliding wear tests and composition characterization.The results showed that compared with CC,FGCC had higher hardness,stronger fracture toughness,better wear performance,and similar TRS.FGCCs exhibited lower wear rates(3.44×10^(−7)–6.95×10^(−6)mm^(3)/(N m))and coefficients of friction(COFs)(0.27–0.39)than CCs from RT to 600℃due to mitigation of multiple risks caused by binder removal,fragmentation and pull-out of WC grains,high-temperature oxidation and softening.In the low-temperature wear stage,the MPEA binder underwent dynamic recrystallization(DRX)and twinning deformation before removing from the surface.The binder removal caused dislocation pile-ups and stacking faults(SFs)to form under high stress,resulting in fragmentation and pull-out of WC grains.The low-temperature wear was dominated by abrasive wear and adhesive wear,with a low wear rate and a high and unstable COF.In the high-temperature wear stage,initial pitting oxidation of WC grains generated many subgrain boundaries,reducing heat transfer and exacerbating oxidation,resulting in an oxide layer enriched with WO3,Mx Oy,and MWO4.High-temperature wear was dominated by oxidation wear and high-temperature softening,with a high wear rate and a low and smooth COF.The results from the present study do not only provide theoretical guidance for an understanding of the antiwear mechanism of WC-CoNiFeCr,but also a new approach for the preparation of cemented carbides with high wear resistance.展开更多
Surface icing and fouling pose a substantial threat to marine facilities.Herein,anti-icing coating composites(F/S-WC-n%/F)with high photo-thermal conversion efficiencies were prepared by spraying a small amount of sup...Surface icing and fouling pose a substantial threat to marine facilities.Herein,anti-icing coating composites(F/S-WC-n%/F)with high photo-thermal conversion efficiencies were prepared by spraying a small amount of super-hydrophobic tungsten carbide on fluoro-olefin vinyl ether copolymer(FEVE)at a specific pressure.The photo-thermal properties of the coatings provide them with ice melting and sterilization effects.The delayed icing time of F/S-WC-5%/F is 571 s,with the ice-covered-surface temperature increasing to 42°C after exposure to simulated sunlight.Heat transfer modelling calculations show that icing needs to overcome high Gibbs free energy on F/S-WC-5%/F.Quantum chemistry fundamentally reveals a weak thermodynamic effect of water nucleation on F/S-WC-5%/F,indicating that the icing process requires a high degree of sub-cooling,resulting in delayed icing.In addition,F/S-WC-5%/F can resist different types of fouling and exhibit sterilization activity.Using F/S-WC-5%/F,Escherichia coli germs are killed via heat-induced morphological rupture under a solar simulator.Owing to its excellent environmental versatility,sustainability,mechanical durability and material adaptability,F/S-WC-5%/F is a promising anti-icing and anti-fouling candidate for various practical applications,even in harsh environments.展开更多
Molybdenum carbide has shown great potential in various hydrogenation reactions,and serves as a primary active species for synthesis of ethanol from dimethyl oxalate hydrogenation process which is a crucial step in th...Molybdenum carbide has shown great potential in various hydrogenation reactions,and serves as a primary active species for synthesis of ethanol from dimethyl oxalate hydrogenation process which is a crucial step in the efficient utilization of coal resources.In this study,a molybdenum carbide catalyst with a three-dimensional mesh-like hollow structure and lattice defects was carefully designed.The MoO_(3)precursor with abundant oxygen vacancies and defects was prepared by flame spray pyrolysis,and a structural modifier,Cu,was introduced by sputtering.The Cu deposited by sputtering affected the carburization and phase evolution processes.A three-dimensional mesh-like hollow structure composed of defective molybdenum carbide is formed,with theβ-Mo_(2)C exhibiting lattice distortions and defects.This defectiveβ-Mo_(2)C exhibits high reactivity,and facilitates the C=O hydrogenation process,showing a high reactivity of 83.1%yield in the hydrogenation of dimethyl oxalate.This work provides a new approach to the design and application of molybdenum carbide catalysts.展开更多
Columnar grains offer considerable advantages in terms of microstructure for resisting high-temperature low-cycle fatigue. In additive manufacturing, the formation of fine columnar grains is common. However, post-heat...Columnar grains offer considerable advantages in terms of microstructure for resisting high-temperature low-cycle fatigue. In additive manufacturing, the formation of fine columnar grains is common. However, post-heat treatment often transforms these grains into equiaxed grains. This study aimed to tailor the grain morphology by controlling the precipitation of carbides. By balancing the restraining effects of carbide pinning and grain growth, we achieved carbide-assisted in situ-directional recrystallization. This process preserved the columnar grains created via laser powder bed fusion, even after high-temperature heat treatment. The approach emphasizes promoting the longitudinal growth of columnar grains while preventing their broadening. Additionally, we characterized the evolution of carbides and γ′ precipitates and examined their role in nucleation and growth during recrystallization. This study supports the viability of carbide-assisted in situ-directional recrystallization in additive manufacturing alloys, introducing an innovative strategy for microstructure customization. The implementation of carbon stabilization (CS) treatment to control the carbide distribution led to a 40 % improvement in the creep life at 900 ℃ and 150 MPa.展开更多
The high-temperature dissolution behavior of primary carbides in samples taken from GCr15 continuous-casting bloom was observed in-situ by confocal laser scanning microscopy.Equations were fitted to the dissolution ki...The high-temperature dissolution behavior of primary carbides in samples taken from GCr15 continuous-casting bloom was observed in-situ by confocal laser scanning microscopy.Equations were fitted to the dissolution kinetics of primary carbides during either heating or soaking.Dissolution of carbides proceeded in three stages(fast→slow→faster)as either temperature or holding time was increased.During the heating process and during the first and third stages of the soaking process,the original size of the carbides determined the steepness of the slope,but during the middle(“slow”)stage of the soaking process,the slope remained zero.The initial size of the carbides varied greatly,but their final dissolution temperature fell within the narrow range of 1210-1235℃,and the holding time remained within 50 min.Fractal analysis was used to study the morphological characteristics of small and medium-sized carbides during the dissolution process.According to changes in the fractal dimension before and after soaking,the carbides tended to evolve towards a more regular morphology.展开更多
The deployment of non-precious metal catalysts for the production of COx-free hydrogen via the ammonia decomposition reaction(ADR)presents a promising yet great challenge.In the present study,two crystal structures of...The deployment of non-precious metal catalysts for the production of COx-free hydrogen via the ammonia decomposition reaction(ADR)presents a promising yet great challenge.In the present study,two crystal structures of α-MoC and β-Mo_(2)C catalysts with different Mo/C ratios were synthesized,and their ammonia decomposition performance as well as structural evolution in ADR was investigated.The β-Mo_(2)C catalyst,characterized by a higher Mo/C ratio,demonstrated a remarkable turnover frequency of 1.3 s^(-1),which is over tenfold higher than that ofα-MoC(0.1 s^(-1)).An increase in the Mo/C ratio of molybdenum carbide revealed a direct correlation between the surface Mo/C ratio and the hydrogen yield.The transient response surface reaction indicated that the combination of N*and N*derived from NH_(3) dissociation represents the rate-determining step in the ADR,andβ-Mo2C exhibited exceptional proficiency in facilitating this pivotal step.Concurrently,the accumulation of N*species on the carbide surface could induce the phase transition of molybdenum carbide to nitride,which follows a topological transformation.It is discovered that such phase evolution was affected by the Mo-C surface and reaction temperature simultaneously.When the kinetics of combination of N*was accelerated by rising temperatures and its accumulation on the carbide surface was mitigated,β-Mo_(2)C maintained its carbide phase,preventing nitridation during the ADR at 810℃.Our results contribute to an in-depth understanding of the molybdenum carbides’catalytic properties in ADR and highlight the nature of the carbide-nitride phase transition in the reaction.展开更多
To address the increasing demand for massive data storage and processing,brain-inspired neuromorphic comput-ing systems based on artificial synaptic devices have been actively developed in recent years.Among the vario...To address the increasing demand for massive data storage and processing,brain-inspired neuromorphic comput-ing systems based on artificial synaptic devices have been actively developed in recent years.Among the various materials inves-tigated for the fabrication of synaptic devices,silicon carbide(SiC)has emerged as a preferred choices due to its high electron mobility,superior thermal conductivity,and excellent thermal stability,which exhibits promising potential for neuromorphic applications in harsh environments.In this review,the recent progress in SiC-based synaptic devices is summarized.Firstly,an in-depth discussion is conducted regarding the categories,working mechanisms,and structural designs of these devices.Subse-quently,several application scenarios for SiC-based synaptic devices are presented.Finally,a few perspectives and directions for their future development are outlined.展开更多
Advanced structural materials with superb mechanical properties at ultrahigh temperatures are essential for aerospace and power-generation sectors.Refractory multi-principal element alloys(RMPEAs)are promising candida...Advanced structural materials with superb mechanical properties at ultrahigh temperatures are essential for aerospace and power-generation sectors.Refractory multi-principal element alloys(RMPEAs)are promising candidates,but they face challenges such as limited plasticity at room temperatures and insufficient strength at ultrahigh temperatures.In this work,we investigated the mechanical properties and microstructures of RMPEA reinforced with compositional complex carbides and demonstrated that tailoring the carbon content can significantly alter their microstructures and enhance mechanical properties.Specifically,the W_(30)Ta_(30)Mo_(15)Nb_(15)C_(10)alloy achieved an ultrahigh strength of 896 MPa at 1600℃ and a plasticity of∼8%at room temperatures.The strengthening effect arises from multi-principal element mixing and robust dislocation hindering at the phase interfaces between the carbides and the matrix,while the room temperature plasticity is attributed to crack buffering facilitated by the highly saturated solid solution matrix.Our study highlights the potential of compositional complex carbide to enhance the mechanical properties of RMPEAs,offering a promising approach for the development of advanced structural materials for ultrahigh temperature applications.展开更多
Potassium(K)is known to enhance the catalytic performance of Fe-based catalysts in the reverse water-gas shift(rWGS)reaction,which is highly relevant during Fischer-Tropsch(FT)synthesis of CO_(2)-H_(2) mixtures.To elu...Potassium(K)is known to enhance the catalytic performance of Fe-based catalysts in the reverse water-gas shift(rWGS)reaction,which is highly relevant during Fischer-Tropsch(FT)synthesis of CO_(2)-H_(2) mixtures.To elucidate the mechanistic role of K promoter,we employed density functional theory(DFT)calculations in conjunction with microkinetic modelling for two representative surface terminations of Hägg carbide(χ-Fe_(5)C_(2)),i.e.,(010)and(510).K_(2)O results in stronger adsorption of CO_(2)and H_(2) on Hägg carbide and promotes C–O bond dissociation of adsorbed CO_(2)by increasing the electron density on Fe atoms close to the promoter oxide.The increased electron density of the surface Fe atoms results in an increased electron-electron repulsion with bonding orbitals of adsorbed CO_(2).Microkinetics simulations predict that K_(2)O increases the CO_(2)conversion during CO_(2)-FT synthesis.K_(2)O also enhances CO adsorption and dissociation,facilitating the formation of methane,used here as a proxy for hydrocarbons formation during CO_(2)-FT synthesis.CO dissociation and O removal via H_(2)O compete as the rate-controlling steps in CO_(2)-FT.展开更多
The detrimental effects of carbides and porosity on the fatigue crack initiation and propagation of nickel-based single-crystal superalloys have been reported by many previous studies.However,few studies have quantita...The detrimental effects of carbides and porosity on the fatigue crack initiation and propagation of nickel-based single-crystal superalloys have been reported by many previous studies.However,few studies have quantitatively compared the fatigue damaging effects of carbides and pores on the fatigue crack evolution.In this study,a high-resolution X-ray computed tomography(XCT)characterization of a DD5 nickel-based single-crystal superalloy during fatigue test was performed.The evolution of carbides,pores and cracks at all stages was observed and tracked.In order to quantify the 3D microstructures,a new damage factor that correlates the morphology of fracture surface with crack evolution behaviors was proposed.It was found that porosity was more detrimental than carbides in crack initiation and propagation during fatigue tests.Furthermore,pore spacing has been found to be the most significant factor among all controlling pore characteristics in the crack initiation stage and sphericity is the most critical pore characteristic in the crack propagation stage.Therefore,by statistically analyzing the evolution of carbides and pores during fatigue tests in this study,the underlying fatigue cracking mechanism of nickel-based superalloys is revealed.展开更多
The binder phase performs critically on the comprehensive properties of cemented carbides,especially the hardness(HV)and fracture toughness(K_(IC))relationship.There are strong motivations in both research community a...The binder phase performs critically on the comprehensive properties of cemented carbides,especially the hardness(HV)and fracture toughness(K_(IC))relationship.There are strong motivations in both research community and industry for developing alternative binders to Co in cemented carbide system,due to the reasons such as price instability,property degeneration,and toxicity.Herein,six kinds of high entropy alloys(HEA)including CoCrFeNiMn,CoCrFeMnAl,CoCrFeNiAl,CoCrNiMnAl,CoFeNiMnAl,and CrFeNiMnAl were employed as the alternative binder for the preparation of WC-HEA cemented carbides through mechanical alloying and two-step spark plasma sintering.The impacts of HEA on the microstructures,mechanical properties,and thermal conductivity of WC-HEA hardmetals were determined and discussed.WC-HEA hardmetals exhibited both superior HV and K_(IC)to WC-metal or WC-intermetallic cemented carbides,indicating that HEA alloys were not only harder but also tougher in comparison with traditional metal or intermetallic binders.The HEA bonded hardmetals yielded thermal conductivities much lower than that of traditional WC-Co cemented carbide.The excellent HV-K_(IC)relationship of WC-HEA facilitated the potential engineering structural application of cemented carbides.展开更多
To tackle the common issue of green defects in material extrusion(MEX)additive manufacturing(AM)cemented carbides,warm isostatic pressing(WIP)was introduced to eliminate defects of MEX WC-9Co cemented carbide greens,t...To tackle the common issue of green defects in material extrusion(MEX)additive manufacturing(AM)cemented carbides,warm isostatic pressing(WIP)was introduced to eliminate defects of MEX WC-9Co cemented carbide greens,thereby improving both microstructure uniformity and mechanical properties of sintered bodies.The results indicate that WIP reduces defects in MEX greens,thus decreasing the dimensions and numbers of defects,modifying shapes of pores within sintered bodies,while preserving surface quality and shape characteristics.Compared with WC-9Co prepared via MEX followed by debinding and sintering(DS),the hardness of WC-9Co prepared using MEX-WIP-DS does not change significantly,ranging HV_(30)1494-1508,the transverse rupture strength increases by up to 49.3%,reaching 2998-3514 MPa,and the fracture toughness remains high,ranging 14.8-17.0 MPa·m^(1/2).The mechanical properties surpass comparable cemented carbides fabricated through other AM methods and are comparable to those produced by powder metallurgy.The integration of green WIP into MEX-DS broadens the MEX processing window,and improves the overall mechanical properties of MEX AM WC-Co cemented carbides.展开更多
The influence of graphene platelets(GPLs)on the WC grain size of WC-Co-GPLs cemented carbide prepared by low-pressure sintering was investigated.The role of GPLs in refining WC grains was explored by characterizing gr...The influence of graphene platelets(GPLs)on the WC grain size of WC-Co-GPLs cemented carbide prepared by low-pressure sintering was investigated.The role of GPLs in refining WC grains was explored by characterizing grain size and phase distribution.Results show that the addition of GPLs leads to significant grain refinement of WC and the more uniform distribution of WC grain size.When the content of GPLs is 0.10wt%,the average WC grain size in the cemented carbide is 0.39μm,which is 32%lower than that in WC-Co.However,the shape of WC grains is almost unaffected,while the mean free path of Co decreases.The grain refinement of WC is attributed to the homogeneous distribution of GPLs between WC/WC and WC/Co grain boundaries,which hinders the solution and precipitation process of WC in liquid phase Co,as well as the migration and growth of WC grains.Additionally,GPLs can serve as heat transfer plates in materials to improve cooling efficiency,thus inhibiting the growth of WC grain.展开更多
The effects of prior austenite and primary carbides on the mechanical properties of a novel 2.5 GPa grade steel were investigated by treating at various solid-solution temperatures.The ultimate tensile strength and Ch...The effects of prior austenite and primary carbides on the mechanical properties of a novel 2.5 GPa grade steel were investigated by treating at various solid-solution temperatures.The ultimate tensile strength and Charpy U-notch impact energy initially increased and subsequently decreased as the solid-solution temperature rose,while the yield strength consistently decreased.The size of prior austenite grain and martensite block always increased with rising the solid-solution temperature,and austenite grain growth activation energy is 274,969 J/mol.The growth of prior austenite was restricted by primary carbides M6C and MC.The dissolution of the primary carbides not only enhanced solid-solution strengthening and secondary hardening effects but also increased the volume fraction of retained austenite.The increase in the ultimate tensile strength and Charpy U-notch impact energy was primarily attributed to the dissolution of the primary carbides M6C and MC,while the decrease was due to the increase in the size of prior austenite grain and martensite block.Exceptional combination of strength,ductility and toughness with ultimate tensile strength of 2511 MPa,yield strength of 1920 MPa,elongation of 9.5%,reduction of area of 41%and Charpy U-notch impact energy of 19.5 J was obtained when experimental steel was solid-solution treated at 1020℃.展开更多
Calcium carbide,a bulky and cheap raw chemical,is traditionally depolymerized by water to release acetylene,allowing the downstream organic transformation.In this study,hydrogen sulfide(H_(2)S),an industrial waste gas...Calcium carbide,a bulky and cheap raw chemical,is traditionally depolymerized by water to release acetylene,allowing the downstream organic transformation.In this study,hydrogen sulfide(H_(2)S),an industrial waste gas,has been exploited to depolymerize calcium carbide,which represents a strategy for the comprehensive utilization of both hydrogen sulfide and calcium carbide.As a proof of concept,a three-component condensation reaction was established to prepare thioamides directly from hydrogen sulfide and calcium carbide in high yields.Leveraging the unique properties of thioamides that possess both nucleophilic sulfur and electrophilic carbon sites,a series of novel tandem reactions were further developed to construct structurally diverse heterocyclic compounds.Our strategy not only provides a new chemical pathway for calcium carbide depolymerization,but also offers a solution for the utilization of hazardous hydrogen sulfide gas.More importantly,this approach facilitates the comprehensive and sustainable utilization of the calcium carbide resource.展开更多
Common activations of sulfite(S(Ⅳ))-based advanced oxidation processes(AOPs)utilized metal ions and oxides as catalysts,which are constrained by challenges in catalyst recovery,inadequate stability,and susceptibility...Common activations of sulfite(S(Ⅳ))-based advanced oxidation processes(AOPs)utilized metal ions and oxides as catalysts,which are constrained by challenges in catalyst recovery,inadequate stability,and susceptibility to secondary pollution in application.Calcium sulfite(CaSO_(3)),one of the byproducts of flue gas desulfurization,is of interest in AOPs because of its ability to slowly release S(Ⅳ),low toxicity,and costeffectiveness.Therefore,a heterogenous activator,molybdenum carbide(Mo_(2)C)was selected to stimulate Ca SO3for typical antibiotic elimination.Benefiting from the dissociation form of HSO_(3^(-))from CaSO_(3)and improved electron transfer of Mo_(2)C at pH 6,the simulated target metronidazole(MTZ)can be removed by 85.65%with rate constant of 0.02424 min^(-1)under near-neutral circumstance.The combining determinations of quenching test,electron spin resonance spectrum,and reactive species probe demonstrated singlet oxygen(^(1)O_(2))and sulfate radicals played leading role for MTZ decontamination.Characterization and theoretical calculation suggested the alteration of Mo valence state drove the activation of S(Ⅳ),and revealed that dissolved oxygen promoted the adsorption of HSO_(3^(-))on the surface of Mo_(2)C,then facilitating production of^(1)O_(2).The favorable stability and applicability for Mo_(2)C/CaSO_(3)process indicated an applied prospect in actual pharmaceutical wastewater.展开更多
In aerospace,BBC-Nb alloys confront notable challenges in thermal stability and toughness under cyclic fatigue at varying temperatures.Insufficient thermal stability and expedited coalescence of precipitates substanti...In aerospace,BBC-Nb alloys confront notable challenges in thermal stability and toughness under cyclic fatigue at varying temperatures.Insufficient thermal stability and expedited coalescence of precipitates substantially accelerates the degradation of alloys at elevated temperatures.Here,a Nb alloy with impressive thermal stability and mechanical properties was designed using theoretical calculations and a two-step graded heat treatment process.The superlative properties of the Nb alloy are primarily associated with the NbC hierarchical structures,i.e.,stable nanoparticles in Nb-BCC grains and discontinuous microparticles at grain boundaries(GBs).The hierarchical carbides configuration avoids continuous precipitation of carbides at GBs and preferential coarsening within the grains.The process involves precipitating ZrC nanoparticles at 1350℃,then stabilizing NbC at 1800℃ by replacing Zr with Nb.Nb-FCC nanophases enveloping NbC prevent coarsening and have strong relationships with both NbC nanoparticles and matrix.The concept of fine-tuning NbC precipitation within grains and introducing NbC at GBs with a substitution method offers a strategy for high-strength,heat-resistant materials.展开更多
Photo-Cross-Linkable hydrogel has attracted immense interest in the regeneration of bone repair and regeneration strategies due to its superior biocompatibility and tunable mechanical properties.Recently,Nb was report...Photo-Cross-Linkable hydrogel has attracted immense interest in the regeneration of bone repair and regeneration strategies due to its superior biocompatibility and tunable mechanical properties.Recently,Nb was reported to strongly promote the bone regeneration process via an accelerated osteoblast-modulated alkaline phosphatase activity mechanism.In particular,Nb2C MXenes have drawn widespread attention due to their excellent biocompatibility and ability to induce bone formation.However,the easy agglomeration of Nb2C nanosheets and subsequent low cell endocytosis efficacy greatly suppressed the osteogenesis effect.In this study,a subtractive nanopore-engineered Nb2C MXene was prepared through a microwave combustion method,gelatin methacrylate was used as the carrier hydrogel,and the photo-triggered Porous-Nb2C@GelMA hydrogel was fabricated by a photo-triggered process.The pore-forming strategy not only successfully improved the distribution of Nb2C and formed more homogenous Porous-Nb2C@GelMA hydrogels but also guided bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells(BMSCs)toward osteoblast differentiation.Porous Nb2C provided convenient cellular grasping and endocytosis for BMSCs,which further created a favorable environment for differentiation and osteogenesis.This,in turn,leads to an increase in the expression of osteogenic markers,such as ALP and ARS,as well as osteogenic factors,such as BMP-2,COL-1,OCN,and OPN.Consequently,enhancing the regenerative microenvironment by incorporating porous Nb2C composite hydrogels shows promise for application in bone regeneration.展开更多
基金supported by Major Science and Technology Projects in Fujian Province,China(No.2023HZ021005)State Key Laboratory of Powder Metallurgy,Central South University,ChinaFujian Key Laboratory of Rare-earth Functional Materials,China。
文摘Additive manufacturing(AM)technology has emerged as a viable solution for manufacturing complexshaped WC−Co cemented carbide products,thereby expanding their applications in industries such as resource mining,equipment manufacturing,and electronic information.This review provides a comprehensive summary of the progress of AM technology in WC−Co cemented carbides.The fundamental principles and classification of AM techniques are introduced,followed by a categorization and evaluation of the AM techniques for WC−Co cemented carbides.These techniques are classified as either direct AM technology(DAM)or indirect AM technology(IDAM),depending on their inclusion of post-processes like de-binding and sintering.Through an analysis of microstructure features,the most suitable AM route for WC−Co cemented carbide products with controllable microstructure is identified as the indirect AM technology,such as binder jet printing(BJP),which integrates AM with conventional powder metallurgy.
基金Chongqing Light Alloy Materials and Processing Engineering Technology Research Center Open Fund Project(GCZX201903)Yunnan Province Major Science and Technology Special Project Plan(202302AA310038)Sichuan University-Suining Municipal-University Cooperation Project(2023CDSN-12)。
文摘Ti(C,N)-Mo_(2)C-Ni cermet as alternative materials was explored for use in alkaline conditions,replacing the WC-Co cemented carbides,since Co is classified as a potentially carcinogenic substance and there is potential hazard of“hard metal disease”under the exposure to cobalt dust.The changes in microstructure,corrosion rate and volumetric loss rate of the two materials were compared under electrochemical corrosion and erosion-corrosion in alkaline environment.The results demonstrates that Ti(C,N)-Mo_(2)C-Ni cermet undergoes passivation when exposed to electrochemical corrosion of NaOH solution,resulting in a significant increase in oxygen content on the corroded surface.The corrosion rate of cermet is approximately one order of magnitude lower than that of the cemented carbide.Under the erosion-corrosion of an alkaline sand-water mixture,both the cermet and cemented carbide experience a gradual increase in volumetric loss rate with prolonging the erosion time.During erosion,the rim phase in cermet is fragile,so cracks easily penetrate it while the core phase remains intact.The medium-grained cemented carbide commonly demonstrates transgranular fracture mode,while in the fine-grained cemented carbide,cracks tend to propagate along phase boundaries.The erosive wear and damage caused by sand particles play a predominant role in the erosion-corrosion process of alkaline sand-water mixtures.This process represents an accelerated destructive phenomenon influenced and intensified by the combined effects of corrosion and erosion.It is confirmed that using cermet as an alternative anti-wear material to cemented carbides is feasible under alkaline conditions,and even better.
基金financially supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2021YFB3701800)Special funding support for the Yuelu Mountain National University Science and Technology City“Ranking the Top of the List”Research Project:(Tunnel Boring Machine High-performance Long-life Cutting Tools)the State Key Laboratory of Powder Metallurgy,Central South University,Changsha,China.
文摘The good combination of mechanical and wear properties for cemented carbides is crucial.In this work,the wear behavior of functionally graded cemented carbide(FGCC)and non-graded cemented carbide(CC),with CoNiFeCr multi-principal-element alloy(MPEA)binder,has been investigated by performing sliding wear tests and composition characterization.The results showed that compared with CC,FGCC had higher hardness,stronger fracture toughness,better wear performance,and similar TRS.FGCCs exhibited lower wear rates(3.44×10^(−7)–6.95×10^(−6)mm^(3)/(N m))and coefficients of friction(COFs)(0.27–0.39)than CCs from RT to 600℃due to mitigation of multiple risks caused by binder removal,fragmentation and pull-out of WC grains,high-temperature oxidation and softening.In the low-temperature wear stage,the MPEA binder underwent dynamic recrystallization(DRX)and twinning deformation before removing from the surface.The binder removal caused dislocation pile-ups and stacking faults(SFs)to form under high stress,resulting in fragmentation and pull-out of WC grains.The low-temperature wear was dominated by abrasive wear and adhesive wear,with a low wear rate and a high and unstable COF.In the high-temperature wear stage,initial pitting oxidation of WC grains generated many subgrain boundaries,reducing heat transfer and exacerbating oxidation,resulting in an oxide layer enriched with WO3,Mx Oy,and MWO4.High-temperature wear was dominated by oxidation wear and high-temperature softening,with a high wear rate and a low and smooth COF.The results from the present study do not only provide theoretical guidance for an understanding of the antiwear mechanism of WC-CoNiFeCr,but also a new approach for the preparation of cemented carbides with high wear resistance.
基金supported by the Heilongjiang Province Key Research and Development Program(No.2023ZX07D04)the Fundamental Research Funds for Central Universities and the State Key Laboratory of Marine Coating.
文摘Surface icing and fouling pose a substantial threat to marine facilities.Herein,anti-icing coating composites(F/S-WC-n%/F)with high photo-thermal conversion efficiencies were prepared by spraying a small amount of super-hydrophobic tungsten carbide on fluoro-olefin vinyl ether copolymer(FEVE)at a specific pressure.The photo-thermal properties of the coatings provide them with ice melting and sterilization effects.The delayed icing time of F/S-WC-5%/F is 571 s,with the ice-covered-surface temperature increasing to 42°C after exposure to simulated sunlight.Heat transfer modelling calculations show that icing needs to overcome high Gibbs free energy on F/S-WC-5%/F.Quantum chemistry fundamentally reveals a weak thermodynamic effect of water nucleation on F/S-WC-5%/F,indicating that the icing process requires a high degree of sub-cooling,resulting in delayed icing.In addition,F/S-WC-5%/F can resist different types of fouling and exhibit sterilization activity.Using F/S-WC-5%/F,Escherichia coli germs are killed via heat-induced morphological rupture under a solar simulator.Owing to its excellent environmental versatility,sustainability,mechanical durability and material adaptability,F/S-WC-5%/F is a promising anti-icing and anti-fouling candidate for various practical applications,even in harsh environments.
文摘Molybdenum carbide has shown great potential in various hydrogenation reactions,and serves as a primary active species for synthesis of ethanol from dimethyl oxalate hydrogenation process which is a crucial step in the efficient utilization of coal resources.In this study,a molybdenum carbide catalyst with a three-dimensional mesh-like hollow structure and lattice defects was carefully designed.The MoO_(3)precursor with abundant oxygen vacancies and defects was prepared by flame spray pyrolysis,and a structural modifier,Cu,was introduced by sputtering.The Cu deposited by sputtering affected the carburization and phase evolution processes.A three-dimensional mesh-like hollow structure composed of defective molybdenum carbide is formed,with theβ-Mo_(2)C exhibiting lattice distortions and defects.This defectiveβ-Mo_(2)C exhibits high reactivity,and facilitates the C=O hydrogenation process,showing a high reactivity of 83.1%yield in the hydrogenation of dimethyl oxalate.This work provides a new approach to the design and application of molybdenum carbide catalysts.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant No.2019YFA0705300)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.51974057)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities。
文摘Columnar grains offer considerable advantages in terms of microstructure for resisting high-temperature low-cycle fatigue. In additive manufacturing, the formation of fine columnar grains is common. However, post-heat treatment often transforms these grains into equiaxed grains. This study aimed to tailor the grain morphology by controlling the precipitation of carbides. By balancing the restraining effects of carbide pinning and grain growth, we achieved carbide-assisted in situ-directional recrystallization. This process preserved the columnar grains created via laser powder bed fusion, even after high-temperature heat treatment. The approach emphasizes promoting the longitudinal growth of columnar grains while preventing their broadening. Additionally, we characterized the evolution of carbides and γ′ precipitates and examined their role in nucleation and growth during recrystallization. This study supports the viability of carbide-assisted in situ-directional recrystallization in additive manufacturing alloys, introducing an innovative strategy for microstructure customization. The implementation of carbon stabilization (CS) treatment to control the carbide distribution led to a 40 % improvement in the creep life at 900 ℃ and 150 MPa.
基金supported by Independent Research Project of State Key Laboratory of Advanced Special Steel,Shanghai Key Laboratory of Advanced Ferrometallurgy,Shanghai University(SKLASS-2023-Z13)the Science and Technology Commission of Shanghai Municipality(No.19DZ2270200)+1 种基金A portion of the work was performed at US National High Magnetic Field Laboratory,which is supported by the National Science Foundation(Cooperative Agreement No.DMR-1157490 and DMR-1644779)the State of Florida.Thanks also to Mary Tyler for editing.
文摘The high-temperature dissolution behavior of primary carbides in samples taken from GCr15 continuous-casting bloom was observed in-situ by confocal laser scanning microscopy.Equations were fitted to the dissolution kinetics of primary carbides during either heating or soaking.Dissolution of carbides proceeded in three stages(fast→slow→faster)as either temperature or holding time was increased.During the heating process and during the first and third stages of the soaking process,the original size of the carbides determined the steepness of the slope,but during the middle(“slow”)stage of the soaking process,the slope remained zero.The initial size of the carbides varied greatly,but their final dissolution temperature fell within the narrow range of 1210-1235℃,and the holding time remained within 50 min.Fractal analysis was used to study the morphological characteristics of small and medium-sized carbides during the dissolution process.According to changes in the fractal dimension before and after soaking,the carbides tended to evolve towards a more regular morphology.
文摘The deployment of non-precious metal catalysts for the production of COx-free hydrogen via the ammonia decomposition reaction(ADR)presents a promising yet great challenge.In the present study,two crystal structures of α-MoC and β-Mo_(2)C catalysts with different Mo/C ratios were synthesized,and their ammonia decomposition performance as well as structural evolution in ADR was investigated.The β-Mo_(2)C catalyst,characterized by a higher Mo/C ratio,demonstrated a remarkable turnover frequency of 1.3 s^(-1),which is over tenfold higher than that ofα-MoC(0.1 s^(-1)).An increase in the Mo/C ratio of molybdenum carbide revealed a direct correlation between the surface Mo/C ratio and the hydrogen yield.The transient response surface reaction indicated that the combination of N*and N*derived from NH_(3) dissociation represents the rate-determining step in the ADR,andβ-Mo2C exhibited exceptional proficiency in facilitating this pivotal step.Concurrently,the accumulation of N*species on the carbide surface could induce the phase transition of molybdenum carbide to nitride,which follows a topological transformation.It is discovered that such phase evolution was affected by the Mo-C surface and reaction temperature simultaneously.When the kinetics of combination of N*was accelerated by rising temperatures and its accumulation on the carbide surface was mitigated,β-Mo_(2)C maintained its carbide phase,preventing nitridation during the ADR at 810℃.Our results contribute to an in-depth understanding of the molybdenum carbides’catalytic properties in ADR and highlight the nature of the carbide-nitride phase transition in the reaction.
基金supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Zhejiang Province(Grant No.LQ24F040007)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.U22A2075)the Opening Project of State Key Laboratory of Polymer Materials Engineering(Sichuan University)(Grant No.sklpme2024-1-21).
文摘To address the increasing demand for massive data storage and processing,brain-inspired neuromorphic comput-ing systems based on artificial synaptic devices have been actively developed in recent years.Among the various materials inves-tigated for the fabrication of synaptic devices,silicon carbide(SiC)has emerged as a preferred choices due to its high electron mobility,superior thermal conductivity,and excellent thermal stability,which exhibits promising potential for neuromorphic applications in harsh environments.In this review,the recent progress in SiC-based synaptic devices is summarized.Firstly,an in-depth discussion is conducted regarding the categories,working mechanisms,and structural designs of these devices.Subse-quently,several application scenarios for SiC-based synaptic devices are presented.Finally,a few perspectives and directions for their future development are outlined.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52201171,52225103,U2441262,51921001,and 12335017)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities,China(No.FRF-IDRY-23-001)+1 种基金National Key Re-search and Development Program of China(No.2022YFB4602101)the China heavy-duty gas turbine technology Co.Ltd under the project of J721.
文摘Advanced structural materials with superb mechanical properties at ultrahigh temperatures are essential for aerospace and power-generation sectors.Refractory multi-principal element alloys(RMPEAs)are promising candidates,but they face challenges such as limited plasticity at room temperatures and insufficient strength at ultrahigh temperatures.In this work,we investigated the mechanical properties and microstructures of RMPEA reinforced with compositional complex carbides and demonstrated that tailoring the carbon content can significantly alter their microstructures and enhance mechanical properties.Specifically,the W_(30)Ta_(30)Mo_(15)Nb_(15)C_(10)alloy achieved an ultrahigh strength of 896 MPa at 1600℃ and a plasticity of∼8%at room temperatures.The strengthening effect arises from multi-principal element mixing and robust dislocation hindering at the phase interfaces between the carbides and the matrix,while the room temperature plasticity is attributed to crack buffering facilitated by the highly saturated solid solution matrix.Our study highlights the potential of compositional complex carbide to enhance the mechanical properties of RMPEAs,offering a promising approach for the development of advanced structural materials for ultrahigh temperature applications.
文摘Potassium(K)is known to enhance the catalytic performance of Fe-based catalysts in the reverse water-gas shift(rWGS)reaction,which is highly relevant during Fischer-Tropsch(FT)synthesis of CO_(2)-H_(2) mixtures.To elucidate the mechanistic role of K promoter,we employed density functional theory(DFT)calculations in conjunction with microkinetic modelling for two representative surface terminations of Hägg carbide(χ-Fe_(5)C_(2)),i.e.,(010)and(510).K_(2)O results in stronger adsorption of CO_(2)and H_(2) on Hägg carbide and promotes C–O bond dissociation of adsorbed CO_(2)by increasing the electron density on Fe atoms close to the promoter oxide.The increased electron density of the surface Fe atoms results in an increased electron-electron repulsion with bonding orbitals of adsorbed CO_(2).Microkinetics simulations predict that K_(2)O increases the CO_(2)conversion during CO_(2)-FT synthesis.K_(2)O also enhances CO adsorption and dissociation,facilitating the formation of methane,used here as a proxy for hydrocarbons formation during CO_(2)-FT synthesis.CO dissociation and O removal via H_(2)O compete as the rate-controlling steps in CO_(2)-FT.
基金supported by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology through the National Science and Technology Major Project of China(No.2017-VI-0003-0073)。
文摘The detrimental effects of carbides and porosity on the fatigue crack initiation and propagation of nickel-based single-crystal superalloys have been reported by many previous studies.However,few studies have quantitatively compared the fatigue damaging effects of carbides and pores on the fatigue crack evolution.In this study,a high-resolution X-ray computed tomography(XCT)characterization of a DD5 nickel-based single-crystal superalloy during fatigue test was performed.The evolution of carbides,pores and cracks at all stages was observed and tracked.In order to quantify the 3D microstructures,a new damage factor that correlates the morphology of fracture surface with crack evolution behaviors was proposed.It was found that porosity was more detrimental than carbides in crack initiation and propagation during fatigue tests.Furthermore,pore spacing has been found to be the most significant factor among all controlling pore characteristics in the crack initiation stage and sphericity is the most critical pore characteristic in the crack propagation stage.Therefore,by statistically analyzing the evolution of carbides and pores during fatigue tests in this study,the underlying fatigue cracking mechanism of nickel-based superalloys is revealed.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52375451)the Shandong Provincial Natural Science Foundation,China(Nos.ZR2023YQ052 and ZR2023ME087)+5 种基金the Shandong Provincial Technological SME Innovation Capability Promotion Project,China(No.2023TSGC0375)the Young Taishan Scholars Program of Shandong Province,China(No.tsqn202306041)the Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation,China(No.2023A1515010044)the Shandong Provincial Youth Innovation Team,China(No.2022KJ038)the Open project of State Key Laboratory of Solid Lubrication,China(No.LSL-22-11)Qilu Youth Scholar Project Funding of Shandong University,China.
文摘The binder phase performs critically on the comprehensive properties of cemented carbides,especially the hardness(HV)and fracture toughness(K_(IC))relationship.There are strong motivations in both research community and industry for developing alternative binders to Co in cemented carbide system,due to the reasons such as price instability,property degeneration,and toxicity.Herein,six kinds of high entropy alloys(HEA)including CoCrFeNiMn,CoCrFeMnAl,CoCrFeNiAl,CoCrNiMnAl,CoFeNiMnAl,and CrFeNiMnAl were employed as the alternative binder for the preparation of WC-HEA cemented carbides through mechanical alloying and two-step spark plasma sintering.The impacts of HEA on the microstructures,mechanical properties,and thermal conductivity of WC-HEA hardmetals were determined and discussed.WC-HEA hardmetals exhibited both superior HV and K_(IC)to WC-metal or WC-intermetallic cemented carbides,indicating that HEA alloys were not only harder but also tougher in comparison with traditional metal or intermetallic binders.The HEA bonded hardmetals yielded thermal conductivities much lower than that of traditional WC-Co cemented carbide.The excellent HV-K_(IC)relationship of WC-HEA facilitated the potential engineering structural application of cemented carbides.
基金supported by the Key Project of Chinese Academy of Engineering(No.2019-XZ-11)the General Project of Chinese Academy of Engineering(No.2023-XY-18)+1 种基金the Open Fund of National Joint Engineering Research Center for Abrasion Control and Molding of Metal Materials of China(No.HKDNM201907)the Independent Project of State Key Laboratory of Powder Metallurgy,China。
文摘To tackle the common issue of green defects in material extrusion(MEX)additive manufacturing(AM)cemented carbides,warm isostatic pressing(WIP)was introduced to eliminate defects of MEX WC-9Co cemented carbide greens,thereby improving both microstructure uniformity and mechanical properties of sintered bodies.The results indicate that WIP reduces defects in MEX greens,thus decreasing the dimensions and numbers of defects,modifying shapes of pores within sintered bodies,while preserving surface quality and shape characteristics.Compared with WC-9Co prepared via MEX followed by debinding and sintering(DS),the hardness of WC-9Co prepared using MEX-WIP-DS does not change significantly,ranging HV_(30)1494-1508,the transverse rupture strength increases by up to 49.3%,reaching 2998-3514 MPa,and the fracture toughness remains high,ranging 14.8-17.0 MPa·m^(1/2).The mechanical properties surpass comparable cemented carbides fabricated through other AM methods and are comparable to those produced by powder metallurgy.The integration of green WIP into MEX-DS broadens the MEX processing window,and improves the overall mechanical properties of MEX AM WC-Co cemented carbides.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China(51572224)Guangdong Young Creative Talents(2023KQNCX039)+2 种基金Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation(2023A1515110551)Innovative Team in Higher Educational Institutions of Guangdong Province(2020KCXTD039)2023 Lingnan Normal College Students Innovation and Entrepreneurship Training Program(1742)。
文摘The influence of graphene platelets(GPLs)on the WC grain size of WC-Co-GPLs cemented carbide prepared by low-pressure sintering was investigated.The role of GPLs in refining WC grains was explored by characterizing grain size and phase distribution.Results show that the addition of GPLs leads to significant grain refinement of WC and the more uniform distribution of WC grain size.When the content of GPLs is 0.10wt%,the average WC grain size in the cemented carbide is 0.39μm,which is 32%lower than that in WC-Co.However,the shape of WC grains is almost unaffected,while the mean free path of Co decreases.The grain refinement of WC is attributed to the homogeneous distribution of GPLs between WC/WC and WC/Co grain boundaries,which hinders the solution and precipitation process of WC in liquid phase Co,as well as the migration and growth of WC grains.Additionally,GPLs can serve as heat transfer plates in materials to improve cooling efficiency,thus inhibiting the growth of WC grain.
基金supported financially by National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2022YFB3705200)Heilongjiang Province's Key Technology Project:‘Leading the Charge with Open Competition’(No.2023ZXJ04A02)Youth Program of CISRI Funding under Grant(No.S-23T60190B).
文摘The effects of prior austenite and primary carbides on the mechanical properties of a novel 2.5 GPa grade steel were investigated by treating at various solid-solution temperatures.The ultimate tensile strength and Charpy U-notch impact energy initially increased and subsequently decreased as the solid-solution temperature rose,while the yield strength consistently decreased.The size of prior austenite grain and martensite block always increased with rising the solid-solution temperature,and austenite grain growth activation energy is 274,969 J/mol.The growth of prior austenite was restricted by primary carbides M6C and MC.The dissolution of the primary carbides not only enhanced solid-solution strengthening and secondary hardening effects but also increased the volume fraction of retained austenite.The increase in the ultimate tensile strength and Charpy U-notch impact energy was primarily attributed to the dissolution of the primary carbides M6C and MC,while the decrease was due to the increase in the size of prior austenite grain and martensite block.Exceptional combination of strength,ductility and toughness with ultimate tensile strength of 2511 MPa,yield strength of 1920 MPa,elongation of 9.5%,reduction of area of 41%and Charpy U-notch impact energy of 19.5 J was obtained when experimental steel was solid-solution treated at 1020℃.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.22379075,22471114,U23A20528)the Group Project of Developing Inner Mongolia through Talents from the Talents Work Leading Group under the CPC Inner Mongolia Autonomous Regional Committee(No.2025TEL04)+2 种基金Natural Science Foundation of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region(No.2024LHMS02011)the Innovative Research Team in Universities of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region(No.NMGIRT2212)Basic Scientific Research Funds of Universities directly under the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region(Nos.ZTY2025013 and JY20240076)for financial support。
文摘Calcium carbide,a bulky and cheap raw chemical,is traditionally depolymerized by water to release acetylene,allowing the downstream organic transformation.In this study,hydrogen sulfide(H_(2)S),an industrial waste gas,has been exploited to depolymerize calcium carbide,which represents a strategy for the comprehensive utilization of both hydrogen sulfide and calcium carbide.As a proof of concept,a three-component condensation reaction was established to prepare thioamides directly from hydrogen sulfide and calcium carbide in high yields.Leveraging the unique properties of thioamides that possess both nucleophilic sulfur and electrophilic carbon sites,a series of novel tandem reactions were further developed to construct structurally diverse heterocyclic compounds.Our strategy not only provides a new chemical pathway for calcium carbide depolymerization,but also offers a solution for the utilization of hazardous hydrogen sulfide gas.More importantly,this approach facilitates the comprehensive and sustainable utilization of the calcium carbide resource.
基金the support received from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.51908485)the Central Guidance on Local Science and Technology Development Fund of Hebei Province(Nos.246Z3603G and 226Z3603G)。
文摘Common activations of sulfite(S(Ⅳ))-based advanced oxidation processes(AOPs)utilized metal ions and oxides as catalysts,which are constrained by challenges in catalyst recovery,inadequate stability,and susceptibility to secondary pollution in application.Calcium sulfite(CaSO_(3)),one of the byproducts of flue gas desulfurization,is of interest in AOPs because of its ability to slowly release S(Ⅳ),low toxicity,and costeffectiveness.Therefore,a heterogenous activator,molybdenum carbide(Mo_(2)C)was selected to stimulate Ca SO3for typical antibiotic elimination.Benefiting from the dissociation form of HSO_(3^(-))from CaSO_(3)and improved electron transfer of Mo_(2)C at pH 6,the simulated target metronidazole(MTZ)can be removed by 85.65%with rate constant of 0.02424 min^(-1)under near-neutral circumstance.The combining determinations of quenching test,electron spin resonance spectrum,and reactive species probe demonstrated singlet oxygen(^(1)O_(2))and sulfate radicals played leading role for MTZ decontamination.Characterization and theoretical calculation suggested the alteration of Mo valence state drove the activation of S(Ⅳ),and revealed that dissolved oxygen promoted the adsorption of HSO_(3^(-))on the surface of Mo_(2)C,then facilitating production of^(1)O_(2).The favorable stability and applicability for Mo_(2)C/CaSO_(3)process indicated an applied prospect in actual pharmaceutical wastewater.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.52471025 and 51901252)the Natural Science Foundation of Hunan Province(Grant No.2023JJ30684)the Natural Science Foundation of Changsha Municipal(Grant No.kq2202091).
文摘In aerospace,BBC-Nb alloys confront notable challenges in thermal stability and toughness under cyclic fatigue at varying temperatures.Insufficient thermal stability and expedited coalescence of precipitates substantially accelerates the degradation of alloys at elevated temperatures.Here,a Nb alloy with impressive thermal stability and mechanical properties was designed using theoretical calculations and a two-step graded heat treatment process.The superlative properties of the Nb alloy are primarily associated with the NbC hierarchical structures,i.e.,stable nanoparticles in Nb-BCC grains and discontinuous microparticles at grain boundaries(GBs).The hierarchical carbides configuration avoids continuous precipitation of carbides at GBs and preferential coarsening within the grains.The process involves precipitating ZrC nanoparticles at 1350℃,then stabilizing NbC at 1800℃ by replacing Zr with Nb.Nb-FCC nanophases enveloping NbC prevent coarsening and have strong relationships with both NbC nanoparticles and matrix.The concept of fine-tuning NbC precipitation within grains and introducing NbC at GBs with a substitution method offers a strategy for high-strength,heat-resistant materials.
基金supported by the Natural Science Foundation of China(82202751,Derong Xu,82372478,Chuanli Zhou,62375249,U1803128,Meng Qiu)the Taishan Scholar Project(tsqn202211362,Chuanli Zhou,tsqn201909054,Meng Qiu)+1 种基金the Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province(ZR2021MH020,Chuanli Zhou,ZR2022JQ22,Meng Qiu)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(202341006,Meng Qiu)。
文摘Photo-Cross-Linkable hydrogel has attracted immense interest in the regeneration of bone repair and regeneration strategies due to its superior biocompatibility and tunable mechanical properties.Recently,Nb was reported to strongly promote the bone regeneration process via an accelerated osteoblast-modulated alkaline phosphatase activity mechanism.In particular,Nb2C MXenes have drawn widespread attention due to their excellent biocompatibility and ability to induce bone formation.However,the easy agglomeration of Nb2C nanosheets and subsequent low cell endocytosis efficacy greatly suppressed the osteogenesis effect.In this study,a subtractive nanopore-engineered Nb2C MXene was prepared through a microwave combustion method,gelatin methacrylate was used as the carrier hydrogel,and the photo-triggered Porous-Nb2C@GelMA hydrogel was fabricated by a photo-triggered process.The pore-forming strategy not only successfully improved the distribution of Nb2C and formed more homogenous Porous-Nb2C@GelMA hydrogels but also guided bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells(BMSCs)toward osteoblast differentiation.Porous Nb2C provided convenient cellular grasping and endocytosis for BMSCs,which further created a favorable environment for differentiation and osteogenesis.This,in turn,leads to an increase in the expression of osteogenic markers,such as ALP and ARS,as well as osteogenic factors,such as BMP-2,COL-1,OCN,and OPN.Consequently,enhancing the regenerative microenvironment by incorporating porous Nb2C composite hydrogels shows promise for application in bone regeneration.
