M23C6 chromium-rich carbides are common grain-boundary precipitations in Cr-containing steel.The presence of grain-boundary carbides often leads to intergranular brittleness and decreases mechanical properties.This st...M23C6 chromium-rich carbides are common grain-boundary precipitations in Cr-containing steel.The presence of grain-boundary carbides often leads to intergranular brittleness and decreases mechanical properties.This study proposes a deformation and aging technique to obtain a high-volume-fraction dispersion distribution of the hard nano-M23C6 phase by changing the nucleation sites from grain boundaries to deformation coherent twin boundaries produced during cold deformation.The M23C6 precipitation-strengthened austenitic stainless steel has a strength of up to 1.4 GPa but maintains favorable plasticity(>11%).This study provides a novel approach for the control of intergranular brittleness in metallic materials.展开更多
A Ti(Al,Si)3 diffusion coating was prepared on γ-TiAl alloy by cold sprayed Al?20Si alloy coating, followed by a heat-treatment. The isothermal and cyclic oxidation tests were conducted at 900 °C for 1000 h and ...A Ti(Al,Si)3 diffusion coating was prepared on γ-TiAl alloy by cold sprayed Al?20Si alloy coating, followed by a heat-treatment. The isothermal and cyclic oxidation tests were conducted at 900 °C for 1000 h and 120 cycles to check the oxidation resistance of the coating. The microstructure and phase transformation of the coating before and after the oxidation were studied by SEM, XRD and EPMA. The results indicate that the diffusion coating shows good oxidation resistance. The mass gain of the diffusion coating is only a quarter of that of bare alloy. After oxidation, the diffusion coating is degraded into three layers: an inner TiAl2 layer, a two-phase intermediate layer composed of a Ti(Al,Si)3 matrix and Si-rich precipitates, and a porous layer because of the inter-diffusion between the coating and substrate.展开更多
Based on the design of the multi-row sprocket with a new tooth profile,a cold semi-precision forging process for manufacturing 5052 aluminum alloy multi-row sprocket was presented.Through simulating the forging proces...Based on the design of the multi-row sprocket with a new tooth profile,a cold semi-precision forging process for manufacturing 5052 aluminum alloy multi-row sprocket was presented.Through simulating the forging process of 5052 aluminum alloy sprocket billet with 3D rigid-viscoplastic FEM,both the distributions of flow velocity field in axial(U_Z),radial(U_R) and circumferential(U_θ) directions and the curves of velocity component in different deformation regions were respectively obtained.By comparison and analysis of the velocity varying curves,the velocity component relation conditions for filling the die cavity were clarified.It shows that when the die cavity is almost fully filled,the circumferential velocity U_θ increases sharply,implying that U_θplays a key role in fully filling the die cavity.展开更多
The effects of heat treatment on the microstructure of modified cast high chromium high carbon AISI D3 steel were studied. The modified AISI D3 steel was developed by replacing part of chromium with niobium and titani...The effects of heat treatment on the microstructure of modified cast high chromium high carbon AISI D3 steel were studied. The modified AISI D3 steel was developed by replacing part of chromium with niobium and titanium, in which chromium carbide was partially replaced with MC carbides. The cast samples produced by investment casting were heat treated under different conditions. The microstructures of the samples were studied by optical microscope and scanning electron microscope equipped with EDS analyzer. To determine the optimized homogenizing process, the effects of homogenizing treatment on the microstructure and the morphology of carbides were also studied. The results show that the MC carbides are not changed in shape and amounts during high temperature homogenizing, whereas the M3C carbides are reduced in amount and become semiglobular in shape, and the homogeneity of microstructure is improved.展开更多
In this study,three kinds of A380/Al2O3 composite coatings were prepared by cold spray(CS)using spherical,irregular and spherical+irregular shaped Al2O3 particulates separately mixed in the original A380 alloy powders...In this study,three kinds of A380/Al2O3 composite coatings were prepared by cold spray(CS)using spherical,irregular and spherical+irregular shaped Al2O3 particulates separately mixed in the original A380 alloy powders.The influence of Al2O3 particulates’morphology on the microstructural characteristics(i.e.retention of Al2O3 content in coatings,coating/matrix interfacial bonding,pore size distribution and morphology etc.)and wear performance of the coatings was investigated by scanning electron microscopy(SEM),X-ray computed tomography(XCT)and 3-D optical profilometry.Results indicated that the spherical Al2O3 showsobvious tamping effect during deposition process.As a result,the interfaceshowedawavy shape while the matrix and particulates were mechanical interlocked with much improved adhesion.In addition,the porosity of the coating was minimized and the pores exhibited curved spherical structure with reduced dimensions.The irregular Al2O3 particles predominantly displayed the embedding effect together with fragmentation of Al2O3 particulates.Consequently,poor coating/matrix interfacial bonding,high porosity and the formation of angular-shaped pores were resulted in the coating.Dry sliding wear tests results revealed that the wear resistance of the coating is directly related with the retained content of Al2O3 in the coating.The coating containing irregular Al2O3 particulates displayed superior wear performance with its wear rate one seventh of that of the pure A380 alloy coating.The coating containing both kinds of Al2O3 particulates showed mixed characteristics of above two kinds of Al2O3 composite coatings.展开更多
This paper presents a concept of the 3-state device system with link-capacity, whichcan, besides its normal operative state, assume two different failure states: an open-mode and ashorted-mode failure state. The 3-sta...This paper presents a concept of the 3-state device system with link-capacity, whichcan, besides its normal operative state, assume two different failure states: an open-mode and ashorted-mode failure state. The 3-state system reliability analysis often uses flow required andprobability of the device to compute the probability of the system with link-capacity. We use themethod of max-flow and min-cut theorem, give four theorems to reduce 3-state device network withlink-capacity reliability problems to 2-state problems. For practical, relevant network sizes (up to100 components), the algorithm is fast and efficient.展开更多
In this work,N-doped graphite oxide(GO-P)was prepared by cold plasma treatment of GO using a mixture of NH_(3) and Ar as the working gas.When the ratios of NH_(3):Ar were 1:2,1:3,and 1:4,the specific capacitances of t...In this work,N-doped graphite oxide(GO-P)was prepared by cold plasma treatment of GO using a mixture of NH_(3) and Ar as the working gas.When the ratios of NH_(3):Ar were 1:2,1:3,and 1:4,the specific capacitances of the GO-P(NH_(3):Ar=1:2),GO-P(NH_(3):Ar=1:3),and GO-P(NH_(3):Ar=1:4)were 124.5,187.7,and 134.6 F·g^(-1),respectively,which were 4.7,7.1,and 5.1 times that of GO at the current density of 1 A·g^(-1).The capacitance retention of the GO-P(NH_(3):Ar=1:3)was 80%when it was cycled 1000 times.The characterization results showed that the NH_(3)cold plasma could effectively produce N-doped GO and generate more active defects.The N/C ratio and the contents of pyridinic nitrogen and graphitic nitrogen of the GO-P(NH_(3):Ar=1:3)were the highest.These were conducive to providing pseudocapacitance and reducing the internal resistance of the electrode.In addition,the ID/IGof the GO-P(NH_(3):Ar=1:3)(1.088)was also the highest,indicating the highest number of defects.The results of discharge parameters measurement and in situ optical emission spectroscopy diagnosis of NH_(3) plasma showed that the discharge is the strongest when the ratio of NH_(3):Ar was 1:3,thereby the generated nitrogen active species can effectively promote N-doping.The N-doping and abundant defects were the keys to the excellent electrochemical performance of the GO-P(NH_(3):Ar=1:3).NH_(3) cold plasma is a simple and rapid method to prepare N-doped GO and regulate the N-doping to prepare high-performance supercapacitors.展开更多
The key problems of cold power spinning of Ti-15-3 alloy are studied. Reasonable billet preparation methods are presented to improve crystal structure and avoid crack of billet. Influences of original wall thickness,...The key problems of cold power spinning of Ti-15-3 alloy are studied. Reasonable billet preparation methods are presented to improve crystal structure and avoid crack of billet. Influences of original wall thickness, reduction rate and feed rate on expanding in diameter are analyzed and some methods to prevent expanding in diameter are given.展开更多
Hybrid rice Fanyou 7206（FY7206）, derived from the cross between a sterile line Fanyuan A and a restorer line Fuhui 7206, was bred by the Rice Research Institute, Fujian Academy of Agricultural Sciences, China. FY720...Hybrid rice Fanyou 7206（FY7206）, derived from the cross between a sterile line Fanyuan A and a restorer line Fuhui 7206, was bred by the Rice Research Institute, Fujian Academy of Agricultural Sciences, China. FY7206 was characterized by moderate blast resistance, cold tolerance, as well as wide adaptability, and high yields. The blast resistance results indicated that the frequencies of blast races in race B, race C and the total resistance frequency for FY7206 were 95.5%, 100.0% and 97.2%, respectively. The disease resistance results showed that the leaf blast grade for FY7206 was level 1 and panicle blast was level 5. The indoor spray results indicated that FY7206 was resistant to 11 isolates of Magnorpathe oryzae. The blast resistance of FY7206 might be derived from the high expression of blast resistance gene Pid3. The results for simulated cold resistance in an artificial climate chamber indicated that the cold tolerance for FY7206 was moderate at the booting and flowering stages. The cold tolerance results also indicated that FY7206 could be tolerant to temperatures as low as 10 °C at the seedling stage. The q RT-PCR results showed that the expression of cold tolerance gene Ctb1 in FY7206 was relatively high. These results suggested that FY7206 is a hybrid indica rice variety with good comprehensive characteristics, including blast resistance and cold tolerance.展开更多
Objective:Cold exposure is associated with increased prevalence of hypertension and the related severe cardiovascular events.Aberrant activation of the nucleotide-binding oligomerization domain-like receptor protein 3...Objective:Cold exposure is associated with increased prevalence of hypertension and the related severe cardiovascular events.Aberrant activation of the nucleotide-binding oligomerization domain-like receptor protein 3(NLRP3)inflammasome plays an important role in the development of hypertension.Tranilast(TR),an inhibitor of NLRP3,provides a useful pharmacological probe for exploring the role of NLRP3 in pathogenesis associated with inflammation and its potential application as a therapeutic agent.This study was designed to examine the effects of TR on NLRP3 and hypertension in rats exposed to cold environment to simulate the frigid-zone conditions.Methods and results:Sprague Dawley(SD)rats were exposed to moderate cold temperature(4±1℃),and then were randomized to receive TR or vehicle for 3 weeks,while the control group was raised under rat room temperature(RT,23±1℃).We found that cold exposure substantially increased blood pressure,NLRP3 inflammasome level,and fibrosis in aorta,which were reversed by TR.Conclusion:TR has an anti-hypertensive property in cold environment,and this beneficial action is likely conferred by its inhibitory effects on inflammation and fibrosis.These findings suggest TR as a potential drug for the treatment of cold-induced hypertension.展开更多
Based on experimental data, the mathematical model of rolling force parameters of 3-roll mills was studied. The structure ofthe model was theoretically set up and the coefficients were determined by static analysis of...Based on experimental data, the mathematical model of rolling force parameters of 3-roll mills was studied. The structure ofthe model was theoretically set up and the coefficients were determined by static analysis of the data. The torque in continuous rollingwas measured, and the characteristics and efficiency of 3-roll mills are investigated.展开更多
Context: Since the discovery of toll-like receptor 3 (TLR3), no specific tools have been developed to modulate its activity in upper respiratory tract viral infections (URTIs). ContafluTM (antibodies to TLR3 cytoplasm...Context: Since the discovery of toll-like receptor 3 (TLR3), no specific tools have been developed to modulate its activity in upper respiratory tract viral infections (URTIs). ContafluTM (antibodies to TLR3 cytoplasmic fragment) is the first specific TLR3 modulator that showed efficacy in a mouse model of influenza. Objective: To evaluate the efficacy of Contaflu in URTI. Methods: A double-blind randomized placebo-controlled trial in adults with self-reported URTI (the ESTUAR trial) was conducted in 2012/2013 in Belgium. Adult outpatients started a 7-day treatment course with oral tablets of Contaflu or placebo within 36 h after onset of at least one of 4 typical symptoms of URTI. Patients were examined twice by their general practitioners, on days 2-3 and 10-14 after start of treatment. The primary endpoint was the overall severity of URTI calculated as the sum of Wisconsin Upper Respiratory Symptom Survey (WURSS-21) scores over the follow-up. Independent Student’s t test was used to compare the disease severity between groups. Results: A total of 243 patients were enrolled by 32 investigators (121 Contaflu, 122 placebo);92% of cases matched ICD codes J00 or J06. Most patients had very mild (41.8%) or mild (18.2%) URTI symptoms. In the ITT cohort, neither primary nor secondary outcome measures (duration of URTI, day-to-day and overall functional impairments) showed statistically significant differences between groups. The rate of adverse events was similar in both groups. In patients with moderate to severe URTI symptoms, Contaflu tended to reduce the overall disease severity, daily symptoms, and to improve the functional state. Due to the small size of the corresponding subgroups, Contaflu efficacy on daily scores was statistically significant (p < 0.05) only 1, 2, and 5 days after start of treatment. Conclusion: Contaflu was ineffective in mild URTI and showed efficacy in moderate to severe URTI cases.展开更多
The microstructures and crystallization behavior of Ti-47 at% Ni-3 at% Fe shape memory alloy wire under the condition of severe cold drawing at room temperature and different post-deformation annealing processes were ...The microstructures and crystallization behavior of Ti-47 at% Ni-3 at% Fe shape memory alloy wire under the condition of severe cold drawing at room temperature and different post-deformation annealing processes were intensively investigated using transmission electron microscope（TEM） and differential scanning calorimetry（DSC）. It is indicated that the amorphous phase is dominant in the Ti50Ni47Fe3 wire after the cold drawing of 78 % areal reduction. The critical temperature for recrystalization is determined at about 300 °C. The average grain size grows from 7 up to 125 nm when annealing temperature rises from300 to 500 °C. Post-deformation annealing process exerts significant influence on the crystallization temperature which climbs up with the increase of annealing temperature.展开更多
The room temperature tensile properties of cold rolled and annealed Fe 3(Al,Cr,Zr) alloy are similar to those of warm rolled Fe 3Al alloys. The cold rolled Fe 3(Al,Cr,Zr) alloy is also susceptible to test enviro...The room temperature tensile properties of cold rolled and annealed Fe 3(Al,Cr,Zr) alloy are similar to those of warm rolled Fe 3Al alloys. The cold rolled Fe 3(Al,Cr,Zr) alloy is also susceptible to test environments. It has been shown that the ductility in various environments decreases in sequence of oxygen—oil—air—distilled water. The results of X ray diffraction analysis show that (211) preferred orientation of B 2 phase appears in cold rolled Fe 3(Al,Cr,Zr) alloy after recrystallization annealing.展开更多
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52250130).
文摘M23C6 chromium-rich carbides are common grain-boundary precipitations in Cr-containing steel.The presence of grain-boundary carbides often leads to intergranular brittleness and decreases mechanical properties.This study proposes a deformation and aging technique to obtain a high-volume-fraction dispersion distribution of the hard nano-M23C6 phase by changing the nucleation sites from grain boundaries to deformation coherent twin boundaries produced during cold deformation.The M23C6 precipitation-strengthened austenitic stainless steel has a strength of up to 1.4 GPa but maintains favorable plasticity(>11%).This study provides a novel approach for the control of intergranular brittleness in metallic materials.
基金Project(50971127)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China
文摘A Ti(Al,Si)3 diffusion coating was prepared on γ-TiAl alloy by cold sprayed Al?20Si alloy coating, followed by a heat-treatment. The isothermal and cyclic oxidation tests were conducted at 900 °C for 1000 h and 120 cycles to check the oxidation resistance of the coating. The microstructure and phase transformation of the coating before and after the oxidation were studied by SEM, XRD and EPMA. The results indicate that the diffusion coating shows good oxidation resistance. The mass gain of the diffusion coating is only a quarter of that of bare alloy. After oxidation, the diffusion coating is degraded into three layers: an inner TiAl2 layer, a two-phase intermediate layer composed of a Ti(Al,Si)3 matrix and Si-rich precipitates, and a porous layer because of the inter-diffusion between the coating and substrate.
基金Projects(51175363,51274149)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China
文摘Based on the design of the multi-row sprocket with a new tooth profile,a cold semi-precision forging process for manufacturing 5052 aluminum alloy multi-row sprocket was presented.Through simulating the forging process of 5052 aluminum alloy sprocket billet with 3D rigid-viscoplastic FEM,both the distributions of flow velocity field in axial(U_Z),radial(U_R) and circumferential(U_θ) directions and the curves of velocity component in different deformation regions were respectively obtained.By comparison and analysis of the velocity varying curves,the velocity component relation conditions for filling the die cavity were clarified.It shows that when the die cavity is almost fully filled,the circumferential velocity U_θ increases sharply,implying that U_θplays a key role in fully filling the die cavity.
文摘The effects of heat treatment on the microstructure of modified cast high chromium high carbon AISI D3 steel were studied. The modified AISI D3 steel was developed by replacing part of chromium with niobium and titanium, in which chromium carbide was partially replaced with MC carbides. The cast samples produced by investment casting were heat treated under different conditions. The microstructures of the samples were studied by optical microscope and scanning electron microscope equipped with EDS analyzer. To determine the optimized homogenizing process, the effects of homogenizing treatment on the microstructure and the morphology of carbides were also studied. The results show that the MC carbides are not changed in shape and amounts during high temperature homogenizing, whereas the M3C carbides are reduced in amount and become semiglobular in shape, and the homogeneity of microstructure is improved.
基金This work was financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.51671205 and 51801217).
文摘In this study,three kinds of A380/Al2O3 composite coatings were prepared by cold spray(CS)using spherical,irregular and spherical+irregular shaped Al2O3 particulates separately mixed in the original A380 alloy powders.The influence of Al2O3 particulates’morphology on the microstructural characteristics(i.e.retention of Al2O3 content in coatings,coating/matrix interfacial bonding,pore size distribution and morphology etc.)and wear performance of the coatings was investigated by scanning electron microscopy(SEM),X-ray computed tomography(XCT)and 3-D optical profilometry.Results indicated that the spherical Al2O3 showsobvious tamping effect during deposition process.As a result,the interfaceshowedawavy shape while the matrix and particulates were mechanical interlocked with much improved adhesion.In addition,the porosity of the coating was minimized and the pores exhibited curved spherical structure with reduced dimensions.The irregular Al2O3 particles predominantly displayed the embedding effect together with fragmentation of Al2O3 particulates.Consequently,poor coating/matrix interfacial bonding,high porosity and the formation of angular-shaped pores were resulted in the coating.Dry sliding wear tests results revealed that the wear resistance of the coating is directly related with the retained content of Al2O3 in the coating.The coating containing irregular Al2O3 particulates displayed superior wear performance with its wear rate one seventh of that of the pure A380 alloy coating.The coating containing both kinds of Al2O3 particulates showed mixed characteristics of above two kinds of Al2O3 composite coatings.
文摘This paper presents a concept of the 3-state device system with link-capacity, whichcan, besides its normal operative state, assume two different failure states: an open-mode and ashorted-mode failure state. The 3-state system reliability analysis often uses flow required andprobability of the device to compute the probability of the system with link-capacity. We use themethod of max-flow and min-cut theorem, give four theorems to reduce 3-state device network withlink-capacity reliability problems to 2-state problems. For practical, relevant network sizes (up to100 components), the algorithm is fast and efficient.
基金supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52077024,21773020,21673026,11505019)State Key Laboratory of Structural Analysis for Industrial Equipment,and Dalian University of Technology(No.GZ21105)。
文摘In this work,N-doped graphite oxide(GO-P)was prepared by cold plasma treatment of GO using a mixture of NH_(3) and Ar as the working gas.When the ratios of NH_(3):Ar were 1:2,1:3,and 1:4,the specific capacitances of the GO-P(NH_(3):Ar=1:2),GO-P(NH_(3):Ar=1:3),and GO-P(NH_(3):Ar=1:4)were 124.5,187.7,and 134.6 F·g^(-1),respectively,which were 4.7,7.1,and 5.1 times that of GO at the current density of 1 A·g^(-1).The capacitance retention of the GO-P(NH_(3):Ar=1:3)was 80%when it was cycled 1000 times.The characterization results showed that the NH_(3)cold plasma could effectively produce N-doped GO and generate more active defects.The N/C ratio and the contents of pyridinic nitrogen and graphitic nitrogen of the GO-P(NH_(3):Ar=1:3)were the highest.These were conducive to providing pseudocapacitance and reducing the internal resistance of the electrode.In addition,the ID/IGof the GO-P(NH_(3):Ar=1:3)(1.088)was also the highest,indicating the highest number of defects.The results of discharge parameters measurement and in situ optical emission spectroscopy diagnosis of NH_(3) plasma showed that the discharge is the strongest when the ratio of NH_(3):Ar was 1:3,thereby the generated nitrogen active species can effectively promote N-doping.The N-doping and abundant defects were the keys to the excellent electrochemical performance of the GO-P(NH_(3):Ar=1:3).NH_(3) cold plasma is a simple and rapid method to prepare N-doped GO and regulate the N-doping to prepare high-performance supercapacitors.
文摘The key problems of cold power spinning of Ti-15-3 alloy are studied. Reasonable billet preparation methods are presented to improve crystal structure and avoid crack of billet. Influences of original wall thickness, reduction rate and feed rate on expanding in diameter are analyzed and some methods to prevent expanding in diameter are given.
基金supported by grants from the National Program on the Development of Basic Research of China (Grant No. 2013CBA01405-7)the High-Tech Research and Development Program of China (863 Program) (Grant Nos. 2014AA10A603 and 2014AA10A604)the Special Foundation of Non-Profit Research Institutes of Fujian Province, China (Grant No. 2014R1021-15)
文摘Hybrid rice Fanyou 7206（FY7206）, derived from the cross between a sterile line Fanyuan A and a restorer line Fuhui 7206, was bred by the Rice Research Institute, Fujian Academy of Agricultural Sciences, China. FY7206 was characterized by moderate blast resistance, cold tolerance, as well as wide adaptability, and high yields. The blast resistance results indicated that the frequencies of blast races in race B, race C and the total resistance frequency for FY7206 were 95.5%, 100.0% and 97.2%, respectively. The disease resistance results showed that the leaf blast grade for FY7206 was level 1 and panicle blast was level 5. The indoor spray results indicated that FY7206 was resistant to 11 isolates of Magnorpathe oryzae. The blast resistance of FY7206 might be derived from the high expression of blast resistance gene Pid3. The results for simulated cold resistance in an artificial climate chamber indicated that the cold tolerance for FY7206 was moderate at the booting and flowering stages. The cold tolerance results also indicated that FY7206 could be tolerant to temperatures as low as 10 °C at the seedling stage. The q RT-PCR results showed that the expression of cold tolerance gene Ctb1 in FY7206 was relatively high. These results suggested that FY7206 is a hybrid indica rice variety with good comprehensive characteristics, including blast resistance and cold tolerance.
文摘Objective:Cold exposure is associated with increased prevalence of hypertension and the related severe cardiovascular events.Aberrant activation of the nucleotide-binding oligomerization domain-like receptor protein 3(NLRP3)inflammasome plays an important role in the development of hypertension.Tranilast(TR),an inhibitor of NLRP3,provides a useful pharmacological probe for exploring the role of NLRP3 in pathogenesis associated with inflammation and its potential application as a therapeutic agent.This study was designed to examine the effects of TR on NLRP3 and hypertension in rats exposed to cold environment to simulate the frigid-zone conditions.Methods and results:Sprague Dawley(SD)rats were exposed to moderate cold temperature(4±1℃),and then were randomized to receive TR or vehicle for 3 weeks,while the control group was raised under rat room temperature(RT,23±1℃).We found that cold exposure substantially increased blood pressure,NLRP3 inflammasome level,and fibrosis in aorta,which were reversed by TR.Conclusion:TR has an anti-hypertensive property in cold environment,and this beneficial action is likely conferred by its inhibitory effects on inflammation and fibrosis.These findings suggest TR as a potential drug for the treatment of cold-induced hypertension.
文摘Based on experimental data, the mathematical model of rolling force parameters of 3-roll mills was studied. The structure ofthe model was theoretically set up and the coefficients were determined by static analysis of the data. The torque in continuous rollingwas measured, and the characteristics and efficiency of 3-roll mills are investigated.
文摘Context: Since the discovery of toll-like receptor 3 (TLR3), no specific tools have been developed to modulate its activity in upper respiratory tract viral infections (URTIs). ContafluTM (antibodies to TLR3 cytoplasmic fragment) is the first specific TLR3 modulator that showed efficacy in a mouse model of influenza. Objective: To evaluate the efficacy of Contaflu in URTI. Methods: A double-blind randomized placebo-controlled trial in adults with self-reported URTI (the ESTUAR trial) was conducted in 2012/2013 in Belgium. Adult outpatients started a 7-day treatment course with oral tablets of Contaflu or placebo within 36 h after onset of at least one of 4 typical symptoms of URTI. Patients were examined twice by their general practitioners, on days 2-3 and 10-14 after start of treatment. The primary endpoint was the overall severity of URTI calculated as the sum of Wisconsin Upper Respiratory Symptom Survey (WURSS-21) scores over the follow-up. Independent Student’s t test was used to compare the disease severity between groups. Results: A total of 243 patients were enrolled by 32 investigators (121 Contaflu, 122 placebo);92% of cases matched ICD codes J00 or J06. Most patients had very mild (41.8%) or mild (18.2%) URTI symptoms. In the ITT cohort, neither primary nor secondary outcome measures (duration of URTI, day-to-day and overall functional impairments) showed statistically significant differences between groups. The rate of adverse events was similar in both groups. In patients with moderate to severe URTI symptoms, Contaflu tended to reduce the overall disease severity, daily symptoms, and to improve the functional state. Due to the small size of the corresponding subgroups, Contaflu efficacy on daily scores was statistically significant (p < 0.05) only 1, 2, and 5 days after start of treatment. Conclusion: Contaflu was ineffective in mild URTI and showed efficacy in moderate to severe URTI cases.
基金financially the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Nos. 50835002 and 51105102)the Industry, Education and Research Projects of the China Aviation Industrial (No. cxy2012BH04)
文摘The microstructures and crystallization behavior of Ti-47 at% Ni-3 at% Fe shape memory alloy wire under the condition of severe cold drawing at room temperature and different post-deformation annealing processes were intensively investigated using transmission electron microscope（TEM） and differential scanning calorimetry（DSC）. It is indicated that the amorphous phase is dominant in the Ti50Ni47Fe3 wire after the cold drawing of 78 % areal reduction. The critical temperature for recrystalization is determined at about 300 °C. The average grain size grows from 7 up to 125 nm when annealing temperature rises from300 to 500 °C. Post-deformation annealing process exerts significant influence on the crystallization temperature which climbs up with the increase of annealing temperature.
文摘The room temperature tensile properties of cold rolled and annealed Fe 3(Al,Cr,Zr) alloy are similar to those of warm rolled Fe 3Al alloys. The cold rolled Fe 3(Al,Cr,Zr) alloy is also susceptible to test environments. It has been shown that the ductility in various environments decreases in sequence of oxygen—oil—air—distilled water. The results of X ray diffraction analysis show that (211) preferred orientation of B 2 phase appears in cold rolled Fe 3(Al,Cr,Zr) alloy after recrystallization annealing.
