Due to the limited hydration capacity,solidification/stabilization(S/S)with waste concrete powder(WCP)has a low strength.Carbonation can reduce carbon dioxide(CO_(2))emissions and improve strength of lead-contaminated...Due to the limited hydration capacity,solidification/stabilization(S/S)with waste concrete powder(WCP)has a low strength.Carbonation can reduce carbon dioxide(CO_(2))emissions and improve strength of lead-contaminated soil,but its mechanism and environmental behaviors are unclear.In light of this,a comprehensive study was conducted on the compressive strength,lead immobilization,conductivity characteristics,and carbonation mechanism of carbonated Pb-contaminated soils stabilized with WCP compared to calcining 600℃WCP.Results indicated that with carbonation,the compressive strength of the samples was significantly improved at the early stage(1 d),resulting in increased unconfined compressive strength(UCS)by 2.5-5.2 times due to the filling of pores by calcite.It negatively affected the lead immobilization capacity of highly doped(30%)samples,while this effect reversed after 3 d of carbonating due to the reduced alkaline environment.The lead immobilization capacity decreased after 28 d of carbonating due to the cracking of samples and the influence of a lower pH on the solubility of lead-carbonated hydroxide((PbCO_(3))_(2)Pb(OH)_(2)).The water evaporation(saturation<16.8%)led to dry shrinkage cracking and decreased UCS of the samples.Based on this finding,a conductivity model was developed for carbonated and cured samples,accurately predicting changes in saturation levels(R^(2)=0.98).A relationship between conductivity and UCS or lead immobilization capacity was proposed.This research proposed an innovative method for the reduction of CO_(2)emission as well as laid down a theoretical basis for the recovery of WCP and lead-contaminated soils through carbonation.展开更多
Peri-urban plantations in the Mediterranean are often degraded due to human inactivity and climate change,leading to a loss of ecosystem services and biodiversity.This study investigates the impact of different thinni...Peri-urban plantations in the Mediterranean are often degraded due to human inactivity and climate change,leading to a loss of ecosystem services and biodiversity.This study investigates the impact of different thinning practices on carbon sequestration and tree stability in a degraded periurban plantation in the Italian Apennines,six years after thinning.Three treatments were compared:(a)moderate thinning from below(-25%biomass),representing the typical practice;(b)intense selective thinning(-35%biomass),representing an innovative approach;and(c)no management as the control.Growth projections were used to estimate carbon recovery for these treatments,based on site-specific models calibrated with real data.The results show that both thinning approaches increased carbon sequestration over time,with the innovative thinning achieving a 7%higher annual carbon sequestration rate than traditional thinning and 8%more than the control.Estimated payback times were9 years for recovering the harvested volume in both thinning approaches,10 years for innovative thinning to surpass traditional thinning,17 years for innovative thinning to surpass the control,and 24 years for traditional thinning to surpass the control.Additionally,tree mechanical stability improved significantly in both thinning treatments after two years,with further increases observed in the innovative thinning group after six years.These results suggest that selective thinning can accelerate forest recovery and carbon sequestration,especially in areas with high stem density,where it can reduce the negative impacts of tree mortality and deadwood accumulation.However,careful planning is required to mitigate potential short-term stability is sues,particularly in challenging environments(e.g.,windy conditions,steep slopes).Forest management strategies should therefore aim to balance growth,carbon storage,and tree stability,considering both long-term sustainability and local environmental conditions.The findings are particularly relevant for current climate change mitigation strategies,emphasizing that thinning should be carefully tailored to forest type and conditions to maximize benefits in carbon credit generation and sustainable forest management practices.展开更多
Phosphogypsum,an industrial solid waste,is an effective binder for partially replacing cement in stabilizing dredged sediments.Acid rain,as a worldwide ecological problem,also affects the long-term stability and susta...Phosphogypsum,an industrial solid waste,is an effective binder for partially replacing cement in stabilizing dredged sediments.Acid rain,as a worldwide ecological problem,also affects the long-term stability and sustainability of geotechnical materials and structures.However,the research on leaching effects and long-term durability of phosphogypsum-stabilized soils under acid rain conditions is limited and remains a significant challenge for practical applications.This study investigates the leaching effects and long-term durability of phosphogypsum-stabilized soils by simulating acid rain erosion through semi-dynamic leaching tests.Key parameters,including leached Ca^(2+)concentration,leachate pH,and unconfined compressive strength after leaching,were evaluated.Microscopic analyses with X-ray diffraction(XRD)and scanning electron microscopy(SEM)were also conducted to explore the underlying mechanisms.The results indicate that the presence of phosphogypsum in stabilized soil with high water content shows a significant improvement in leaching resistance subjected to acid ions,evidencing a lower Ca^(2+)concentration and pH value in the leachate,and a higher strength after leaching compared to those samples without phosphogypsum.SEM images and XRD analysis revealed that samples with higher phosphogypsum content possess denser structures due to more needle-shaped ettringite and other minerals in the soil matrix,contributing to improved strength and leaching resistance.The enhanced strength and leaching resistance of phosphogypsum-stabilized soil can be attributed to additional gel formation,a rise in swelling potential,ettringite bridging,and a denser microstructure,which reduces Ca^(2+)availability for leaching in acidic environments.展开更多
Incineration has been widely adopted as a solution to the increasing volume of municipal solid waste(MSW).However,this process generates substantial amounts of incineration bottom ash(IBA),which poses environmental ri...Incineration has been widely adopted as a solution to the increasing volume of municipal solid waste(MSW).However,this process generates substantial amounts of incineration bottom ash(IBA),which poses environmental risks due to heavy metal content,especially in the fine fraction(FIBA).In this context,this study proposes producing liquefied stabilized soil(LSS)from FIBA,marine clay(MC),and ground granulated blast furnace slag(GGBS)for backfilling applications.FIBA serves as an alkaline activator for GGBS hydration,while MC functions as the primary soil matrix.GGBS acts as the primary binder.Carbide sludge(CS),another industrial byproduct,was used as a comparison to FIBA.The performance of the fresh and solidified LSS,including flow value,unconfined compressive strength(UCS),and leaching of heavy metals was investigated.The results showed that with proper contents of FIBA,water,and binder,the flow value of FIBA-GGBS-clay and CS-GGBS-clay satisfied the workability requirements.With increasing CS content,the UCS of CS-GGBS-clay initially increased sharply,then gradually reached an optimal value,and slightly decreased in some cases.Nevertheless,as FIBA content increased,the UCS of FIBA-GGBS-clay generally increased linearly.With similar Ca(OH)2 contents,FIBA-GGBS-clay had a higher strength than CS-GGBS-clay due to the soil skeleton effect of sand-sized particles in FIBA.The synergy of CS and FIBA enabled CS-FIBA-GGBS-clay to achieve high early strength while addressing the high heavy metal content issue of FIBA.Overall,this approach can be adapted to meet the varying strength and heavy metal requirements of LSS in different applications.展开更多
The primary magnesium production is accompanied by a large amount of magnesium slag(MS)discharge.The low hydration reactivity of γ-Ca_(2)SiO_(4)(γ-C_(2)S)and MgO in MS results in the volume stability issue and low u...The primary magnesium production is accompanied by a large amount of magnesium slag(MS)discharge.The low hydration reactivity of γ-Ca_(2)SiO_(4)(γ-C_(2)S)and MgO in MS results in the volume stability issue and low utilization rate of MS.To eliminate the issue,this study proposes to pre-autoclave the MS slurry to boost the hydration of γ-C_(2)S and MgO and then utilize their hydration products to prepare cementitious materials by carbonation curing.MgO from MS and prepared γ-C_(2)S are firstly employed as study objects respectively,for they are the main contents of magnesium slag.The results indicate that pre-autoclaving treatment can strongly elevate the hydration degree of MgO from MS,this can substantially solve the volume stability issue of MS.Meanwhile,the pre-autoclaving of γ-C_(2)S induces the generation of crystallized and amorphous C-S-H products,and both products could promote the carbonation reaction when compared to γ-C_(2)S.The carbonation degree of pre-autoclaved MS firstly increases and then decreases with the rising pre-autoclaving temperature,and the optimal pre-autoclaving temperature for MS carbonation is 160℃,at this time,the powdered MS can be simply carbonated fully.The sample made of pre-autoclaved MS and then subjected to 4 h carbonation could achieve the compressive strength of 29 MPa.with good soundness.During volume stability testing,the volume expansion rate of a carbonated MS sample with pre-autoclaving was 0.07%,which is significantly lower than the normal requirement of 0.5%.This research offers a novel approach to utilizing magnesium slag in building materials and contributes to carbon reduction.展开更多
Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins and play vital roles in both biological systems and drug development.In recent years,increasing attention has been given to the functionalization of amino acid derivativ...Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins and play vital roles in both biological systems and drug development.In recent years,increasing attention has been given to the functionalization of amino acid derivatives.Since the introduction of therapeutic insulin in the early 20th century,the conjugation of drug molecules with amino acids and peptides has been pivotal in driving advancements in drug discovery and become an integral part of modern medical practice.Currently,over a hundred peptide-drug conjugates have received global approval and are widely used to treat diseases such as diabetes,cancer,chronic pain,and multiple sclerosis.Key technologies for conjugating peptides with bioactive molecules include antibody-drug conjugates(ADCs),peptide-drug conjugates(PDCs),and proteolysis targeting chimeras(PROTACs).Significant efforts have been dedicated to developing strategies for the modification of amino acids and peptides,with particular focus on site-selective C-H alkylation/arylation reactions.These reactions are crucial for synthesizing bioactive molecules,as they enable the precise introduction of functional groups at specific positions,thereby improving the pharmacological properties of the resulting compounds.展开更多
The investigation of the long-term performance of solidified/stabilized （S/S） contaminated soils was carried out in a trial site in southeast UK. The soils were exposed to the maximum natural weathering for four yea...The investigation of the long-term performance of solidified/stabilized （S/S） contaminated soils was carried out in a trial site in southeast UK. The soils were exposed to the maximum natural weathering for four years and sampled at various depths in a controlled manner. The chemical properties （e.g., degree of carbonation （DOC）, pH, electrical conductivity （EC）） and physical properties （e.g., moisture content （MC）, liquid limit CLL）, plastic limit （PL）, plasticity index （PI）） of the samples untreated and treated with the traditional and accelerated carbonated S/S processes were analyzed. Their variations on the depths of the soils were also studied. The result showed that the broad geotechnical properties of the soils, manifested in their PIs, were related to the concentration of the water soluble ions and in particular the free calcium ions. The samples treated with the accelerated carbonation technology （ACT）, and the untreated samples contained limited number of free calcium ions in solutions and consequently interacted with waters in a similar way. Compared with the traditional cement-based S/S technology, e.g., treatment with ordinary portland cement （OPC） or EnvirOceM, ACT caused the increase of the PI of the treated soil and made it more stable during long-term weathering. The PI values for the four soils ascended according to the order： the EnvirOceM soil, the OPC soil, the ACT soil, and the untreated soil while their pH and EC values descended according to the same order.展开更多
Cement treatment,such as cement-mixing columns,is commonly used for deep soft soil improvement to increase the bearing capacity and reduce settlement.However,cement production entails high energy consumption and carbo...Cement treatment,such as cement-mixing columns,is commonly used for deep soft soil improvement to increase the bearing capacity and reduce settlement.However,cement production entails high energy consumption and carbon and pollutant emissions.CO_(2)capture and mineralization represent promising solutions to these issues.This study proposes a sustainable alternative:a novel CO_(2)-carbonated MgO-mixing column that integrates CO_(2)mineralization with soil reinforcement.This approach involves in situ mixing of MgO with deep soil to form columns,which are then carbonated and solidified by injecting captured CO_(2)through gas-permeable pipe piles,achieving both carbon reduction and soil improvement.In this study,CO_(2)-carbonated MgO-mixing columns were comprehensively evaluated to investigate variations in strength,deformation,pH,and CO_(2)sequestration with depth.Two rapid and cost-effective methods to assess its mechanical properties,uniformity,and CO_(2)sequestration capacity are proposed.The results show that the carbonated MgO-treated soil has good strength along the depth direction,with an average unconfined compressive strength(UCS)of 1.02 MPa and a lower pH than that of cement-mixing columns.It also achieves notable CO_(2)sequestration,ranging from 4.88%to 13.10%(average 8.31%),and exhibits good uniformity,as shown by electrical resistivity tests.Needle penetration and electrical resistivity tests could be used to effectively predict the UCS,deformation modulus,and CO_(2)sequestration.XRD,FTIR,SEM,and TG-DTG analyses reveal distinct microstructural differences at various depths,with unhydrated MgO,magnesite,and dypingite/hydromagnesite present in shallow columns,and brucite,nesquehonite,and dypingite/hydromagnesite present in deep columns.These products bind soil particles and fill pores,enhancing the strength of the MgO-mixing column.展开更多
Constructing silicon(Si)-based composite electrodes that possess high energy density,long cycle life,and fast charging capability simultaneously is critical for the development of high performance lithium-ion batterie...Constructing silicon(Si)-based composite electrodes that possess high energy density,long cycle life,and fast charging capability simultaneously is critical for the development of high performance lithium-ion batteries for mitigating range anxiety and slow charging issues in new energy vehicles.Herein,a thick silicon/carbon composite electrode with vertically aligned channels in the thickness direction(VC-SC)is constructed by employing a bubble formation method.Both experimental characterizations and theoretical simulations confirm that the obtained vertical channel structure can effectively address the problem of sluggish ion transport caused by high tortuosity in conventional thick electrodes,conspicuously enhance reaction kinetics,reduce polarization and side reactions,mitigate stress,increase the utilization of active materials,and promote cycling stability of the thick electrode.Consequently,when paired with LiNi_(0.6)Co_(0.2)Mn_(0.2)O_(2)(NCM622),the VC-SC||NCM622 pouch type full cell(~6.0 mAh cm^(-2))exhibits significantly improved rate performance and capacity retention compared with the SC||NCM622 full cell with the conventional silicon/carbon composite electrode without channels(SC)as the anode.The assembled VC-SC||NCM622 pouch full cell with a high energy density of 490.3 Wh kg^(-1)also reveals a remarkable fast charging capability at a high current density of 2.0 mA cm^(-2),with a capacity retention of 72.0%after 500 cycles.展开更多
Population density function （PDF）, which can eliminate the arbitrariness caused by the choice of the num- ber and the size of bins compared to the well-used histograms, was introduced to analyze the amount of inclus...Population density function （PDF）, which can eliminate the arbitrariness caused by the choice of the num- ber and the size of bins compared to the well-used histograms, was introduced to analyze the amount of inclusions. The population evolution of oxide inclusions in forms of PDF in Ti-stabilized ultra-low carbon steels after deoxidation during industrial RH refining and continuous casting processes was analyzed using an automated SEM-EDS system. It was found that after deoxidation till the early stage of casting, the alumina inclusions exhibited a lognormal PDF distribution, and three factors including the existence of a large amount of alumina clusters, the generation of alumi- na from the reduction of Al-Ti-O inclusions and the reoxidation of molten steel were estimated as the reasons. The shape parameter σ was high after deoxidation and then decreased after Ti treatment, indicating that in a short period after deoxidation, the size of alumina inclusions was widely distributed. After Ti treatment, the distribution of inclu- sion size was more concentrated. The scale parameter m decreased with time during the whole refining process, indi- cating that the proportion of large inclusions decreased during refining. Contrarily, the Al-Ti-O inclusions presented a fractal PDF distribution except at the end of casting with fractal dimension D of 4.3, and the constant of propor- tionality C decreased with time during RH refining and increased during casting process. The reoxidation of steel by slag entrapped from ladle was considered as the reason for the lognormal PDF behavior of Al-Ti-O inclusions at the end of casting.展开更多
Reversible solid oxide cell(RSOC)is a new energy conversion device with significant applications,especially for power grid peaking shaving.However,the reversible conversion process of power generation/energy storage p...Reversible solid oxide cell(RSOC)is a new energy conversion device with significant applications,especially for power grid peaking shaving.However,the reversible conversion process of power generation/energy storage poses challenges for the performance and stability of air electrodes.In this work,a novel high-entropy perovskite oxide La_(0.2)Pr_(0.2)Gd_(0.2)Sm_(0.2)Sr_(0.2)Co_(0.8)Fe_(0.2)O_(3−δ)(HE-LSCF)is proposed and investigated as an air electrode in RSOC.The electrochemical behavior of HE-LSCF was studied as an air electrode in both fuel cell and electrolysis modes.The polarization impedance(Rp)of the HE-LSCF electrode is only 0.25Ω·cm^(2) at 800℃ in an air atmosphere.Notably,at an electrolytic voltage of 2 V and a temperature of 800℃,the current density reaches up to 1.68 A/cm^(2).The HE-LSCF air electrode exhibited excellent reversibility and stability,and its electrochemical performance remains stable after 100 h of reversible operation.With these advantages,HE-LSCF is shown to be an excellent air electrode for RSOC.展开更多
Carbon is an important alloying element in improving high temperature mechanical properties of various metallic materials.The effects of carbon on high temperature mechanical properties of aβ-stabilized Ti?45Al?3Fe?2...Carbon is an important alloying element in improving high temperature mechanical properties of various metallic materials.The effects of carbon on high temperature mechanical properties of aβ-stabilized Ti?45Al?3Fe?2Mo(molar fraction,%)alloy were studied through compressive and creep tests.The results show that the carbon addition(0.5%,molar fraction)obviously enhances the high temperature compressive strength and creep resistance of theβ-stabilized Ti?45Al?3Fe?2Mo alloy.A lot of nano-scaled Ti3AlC carbides precipitate in theβ-stabilized alloy and these carbides pin the dislocations,and greatly increase the high temperature properties.At the same time,the carbon addition decreases the amount of?phase,refines the lamellar spacing,and causes solution strengthening,which also contribute to the improvement of the high temperature properties.展开更多
Both soil organic carbon (SOC) and iron (Fe) oxide content, among other factors, drive the formation and stability of soil aggregates.However, the mechanism of these drivers in greenhouse soil fertilized with organic ...Both soil organic carbon (SOC) and iron (Fe) oxide content, among other factors, drive the formation and stability of soil aggregates.However, the mechanism of these drivers in greenhouse soil fertilized with organic fertilizer is not well understood.In a 3-year field experiment, we aimed to investigate the factors which drive the stability of soil aggregates in greenhouse soil.To explore the impact of organic fertilizer on soil aggregates, we established four treatments:no fertilization (CK);inorganic fertilizer (CF);organic fertilizer (OF);and combined application of inorganic and organic fertilizers(COF).The application of organic fertilizer significantly enhanced the stability of aggregates, that is it enhanced the mean weight diameter, geometric mean diameter and aggregate content (%) of>0.25 mm aggregate fractions.OF and COF treatments increased the concentration of SOC, especially the aliphatic-C, aromatic-C and polysaccharide-C components of SOC, particularly in>0.25 mm aggregates.Organic fertilizer application significantly increased the content of free Fe(Fed), reactive Fe (Feo), and non-crystalline Fe in both bulk soil and aggregates.Furthermore, non-crystalline Fe showed a positive correlation with SOC content in both bulk soil and aggregates.Both non-crystalline Fe and SOC were significantly positively correlated with>2 mm mean weight diameter.Overall, we believe that the increase of SOC, aromatic-C, and non-crystal ine Fe concentrations in soil after the application of organic fertilizer is the reason for improving soil aggregate stability.展开更多
Approximately 3.44 billion tons of copper mine tailings(MT)were produced globally in 2018 with an increase of 45%from 2010.Significant efforts are being made to manage these tailings through storage facilities,recycli...Approximately 3.44 billion tons of copper mine tailings(MT)were produced globally in 2018 with an increase of 45%from 2010.Significant efforts are being made to manage these tailings through storage facilities,recycling,and reuse in different industries.Currently,a large portion of tailings are managed through the tailing storage facilities(TSF)where these tailings undergo hydro-thermal-mechanical stresses with seasonal cycles which are not comprehensively understood.This study presents an investigative study to evaluate the performance of control and cement-stabilized copper MT under the influence of seasonal cycles,freeze-thaw(F-T)and wet-dry(W-D)conditions,representing the seasonal variability in the cold and arid regions.The control and cement-stabilized MT samples were subjected to a maximum of 12 F-T and 12 W-D cycles and corresponding micro-and-macro behavior was investigated through scanning electron microscope(SEM),volumetric strain(εvT,wet density(r),moisture content loss,and unconfined compressive strength(UCS)tests.The results indicated the vulnerability of Copper MT to 67%and 75%strength loss reaching residual states with 12 F-T and 8 W-D cycles,respectively.Whereas the stabilized MT retained 39%-55%and 16%-34%strength with F-T and W-D cycles,demonstrating increased durability.This research highlights the impact of seasonal cycles and corresponding strength-deformation characteristics of control and stabilized Copper MT in cold and arid regions.展开更多
Exploring high ion/electron conductive olivine-type transition metal phosphates is of vital significance to broaden their applicability in rapid-charging devices.Herein,we report an interface engineered Li Fe0.5Mn0.5P...Exploring high ion/electron conductive olivine-type transition metal phosphates is of vital significance to broaden their applicability in rapid-charging devices.Herein,we report an interface engineered Li Fe0.5Mn0.5PO4/rGO@C cathode material by the synergistic effects of r GO and polydopamine-derived N-doped carbon.The well-distributed Li Fe0.5Mn0.5PO4nanoparticles are tightly anchored on r GO nanosheet benefited by the coating of N-doped carbon layer.The design of such an architecture can effectively suppress the agglomeration of nanoparticles with a shortened Li+transfer path.Meantime,the high-speed conducting network has been constructed by r GO and N-doped carbon,which exhibits the face-to-face contact with Li Fe0.5Mn0.5PO4nanoparticles,guaranteeing the rapid electron transfer.These profits endow the Li Fe0.5Mn0.5PO4/rGO@C hybrids with a fast charge-discharge ability,e.g.a high reversible capacity of 105 m Ah·g^-1at 10 C,much higher than that of the Li Fe0.5Mn0.5PO4@C nanoparticles(46 mA·h·g^-1).Furthermore,a 90.8%capacity retention can be obtained even after cycling 500 times at 2 C.This work gives a new avenue to fabricate transition metal phosphate with superior electrochemical performance for high-power Li-ion batteries.展开更多
The leakage of organic phase change materials(OPCMs)at temperatures above their melting point severely limits their large-scale application.The introduction of porous supports has been identified as an efficient leaka...The leakage of organic phase change materials(OPCMs)at temperatures above their melting point severely limits their large-scale application.The introduction of porous supports has been identified as an efficient leakageproofing method.In this study,a novel carbonized Cu-coated melamine foam(MF)/reduced graphene oxide(rGO)framework(MF/rGO/Cu-C)is constructed as a support for fabricating stabilized multifunctional OPCMs.MF serves as the supporting material,while rGO and Cu act as functional reinforcements.As a thermal energy storage material,polyethylene glycol(PEG)is encapsulated into MF/rGO/Cu-C through a vacuum-assisted impregnation method to obtain PEG@MF/rGO/Cu-C composite with excellent comprehensive performance.PEG@MF/rGO/Cu-C exhibits high phase change enthalpies of 148.3 J g^(-1)(melting)and 143.9 J g^(-1)(crystallization),corresponding to a high energy storage capability of 92.7%.Simultaneously,MF/rGO/Cu-C endues the composite with an enhanced thermal conductivity of 0.4621Wm^(-1) K^(-1),which increases by 463%compared to that of PEG@MF.Furthermore,PEG@MF/rGO/Cu-C displays great light-to-thermal and electric-to-thermal conversion capabilities,thermal cycle stability,light-tothermal cycle stability,and shape stability,showing promising application prospects in different aspects.展开更多
The crevice corrosion of the reinforcing steel in the carbonated simulated concrete pore solutions(SCPSs)containing 0.04 mol/L chloride was investigated.In comparison,the steel without crevice covered on its surface w...The crevice corrosion of the reinforcing steel in the carbonated simulated concrete pore solutions(SCPSs)containing 0.04 mol/L chloride was investigated.In comparison,the steel without crevice covered on its surface was also studied.Results showed that the crevice corrosion in the uncarbonated SCPS was not triggered and the steel remained passivity by suppressing the anodic dissolution in the crevice interior.As SCPS was carbonated to have pH values of 10.5 and 11.5,the crevice corrosion was easier to be activated than the widely reported pitting corrosion owing to the rapid oxygen depletion within the crevice,but the crevice corrosion damage might be alleviated to a certain extent due to the relative compact surface film formed inside the crevice.The further carbonation led to the activation dissolution of both the crevice interior and exterior,causing the more serious corrosion damage.Corrosion process of the crevice corrosion was systematically analyzed by combining the electrochemical measurement results and Evens polarization diagram.展开更多
oil aggregates profoundly impact soil sustainability and crop productivity, and they are influenced by complexinteractions between minerals and organics. This study aimed to elucidate the alterations in mineralogy and...oil aggregates profoundly impact soil sustainability and crop productivity, and they are influenced by complexinteractions between minerals and organics. This study aimed to elucidate the alterations in mineralogy and soilorganic carbon(SOC) following long-term green manure incorporation and the effect on soil aggregates. Based on 5-and 36-year field experiments, surface soil samples(0–20 cm) were collected from Alfisol and Ferrisol soilssubjected to rice–rice–winter fallow(CK) and rice–rice–Chinese milk vetch(MV) treatments to investigate aggregatestability, mineralogy, SOC composition, and soil microstructural characteristics. The results showed that high clay-content Ferrisol exhibited greater aggregate stability than low clay-content Alfisol. The phyllosilicates in Alfisolprimarily comprised illite and vermiculite, whereas those in Ferrisol with high-content free-form Fe oxides(Fed) weredominated by kaolinite. Additionally, the clay fraction in Ferrisol contained more aromatic-C than the clay fraction inAlfisol. The 36-year MV incorporation significantly increased the Ferrisol macroaggregate stability(9.57–13.37%),and it also facilitated the transformation of vermiculite into kaolinite and significantly increased the clay, Fed, and aromatic-C contents in Ferrisol. Backscattered electron(BSE)-scanning electron microscopy/energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy(SEM/EDS) revealed a compact aggregate structure in Ferrisol with co-localization of Feoxides and kaolinite. Moreover, the partial least path model(PLS-PM) revealed that clay content directly improvedmacroaggregate stability, and that kaolinite and Fed positively and directly affected clay or indirectly modulated clay formation by increasing the aromatic-C levels. Overall, long-term MV incorporation promotes clay aggregation by affecting mineral transformation to produce more kaolinite and Fe oxides and retain aromatic-C, and it ultimately improves aggregate stability.展开更多
Wellbore instability is one of the significant challenges in the drilling engineering and during the development of carbonate reservoirs,especially with open-hole completion.The problems of wellbore instability such a...Wellbore instability is one of the significant challenges in the drilling engineering and during the development of carbonate reservoirs,especially with open-hole completion.The problems of wellbore instability such as downhole collapse and silt deposit in the fractured carbonate reservoir of Tarim Basin(Ordovician)are severe.Solid destabilization and production(SDP)was proposed to describe this engineering problem of carbonate reservoirs.To clarify the mechanism and mitigate potential borehole instability problems,we conducted particle size distribution(PSD)analysis,X-ray diffraction(XRD)analysis,triaxial compression tests,and micro-scale sand production tests based on data analysis.We found that the rock fragments and silt in the wellbore came from two sources:one from the wellbore collapse in the upper unplugged layers and the other from the production of sand particles carried by the fluid in the productive layers.Based on the experimental study,a novel method combining a geomechanical model and microscopic sand production model was proposed to predict wellbore instability and analyze its influencing factors.The critical condition and failure zone predicted by the prediction model fit well with the field observations.According to the prediction results,the management and prevention measures of wellbore instability in carbonate reservoirs were proposed.It is suggested to optimize the well track in new drilling wells while upgrading the production system in old wells.This study is of great guiding significance for the optimization of carbonate solid control and it improves the understanding of the sand production problems in carbonate reservoirs.展开更多
When the PAN-based stabilized fiber(PAN-SF) was converted to the carbon fiber, the effect of some of the carbonizing parameters on the structure and properties of the resulting carbon fibers, such as the molecular str...When the PAN-based stabilized fiber(PAN-SF) was converted to the carbon fiber, the effect of some of the carbonizing parameters on the structure and properties of the resulting carbon fibers, such as the molecular structure development, element contents, morphology and mechanical properties, was discussed. The results show that the carbonizing temperature, the purity of the inert gas and the de-oil pretreatment of the tiber have a great influence on them.展开更多
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.42177163 and 42071080)the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(Grant No.2022M723347).
文摘Due to the limited hydration capacity,solidification/stabilization(S/S)with waste concrete powder(WCP)has a low strength.Carbonation can reduce carbon dioxide(CO_(2))emissions and improve strength of lead-contaminated soil,but its mechanism and environmental behaviors are unclear.In light of this,a comprehensive study was conducted on the compressive strength,lead immobilization,conductivity characteristics,and carbonation mechanism of carbonated Pb-contaminated soils stabilized with WCP compared to calcining 600℃WCP.Results indicated that with carbonation,the compressive strength of the samples was significantly improved at the early stage(1 d),resulting in increased unconfined compressive strength(UCS)by 2.5-5.2 times due to the filling of pores by calcite.It negatively affected the lead immobilization capacity of highly doped(30%)samples,while this effect reversed after 3 d of carbonating due to the reduced alkaline environment.The lead immobilization capacity decreased after 28 d of carbonating due to the cracking of samples and the influence of a lower pH on the solubility of lead-carbonated hydroxide((PbCO_(3))_(2)Pb(OH)_(2)).The water evaporation(saturation<16.8%)led to dry shrinkage cracking and decreased UCS of the samples.Based on this finding,a conductivity model was developed for carbonated and cured samples,accurately predicting changes in saturation levels(R^(2)=0.98).A relationship between conductivity and UCS or lead immobilization capacity was proposed.This research proposed an innovative method for the reduction of CO_(2)emission as well as laid down a theoretical basis for the recovery of WCP and lead-contaminated soils through carbonation.
基金supported initially by the LIFE FoResMit Project(LIFE14 CCM/IT/000905)。
文摘Peri-urban plantations in the Mediterranean are often degraded due to human inactivity and climate change,leading to a loss of ecosystem services and biodiversity.This study investigates the impact of different thinning practices on carbon sequestration and tree stability in a degraded periurban plantation in the Italian Apennines,six years after thinning.Three treatments were compared:(a)moderate thinning from below(-25%biomass),representing the typical practice;(b)intense selective thinning(-35%biomass),representing an innovative approach;and(c)no management as the control.Growth projections were used to estimate carbon recovery for these treatments,based on site-specific models calibrated with real data.The results show that both thinning approaches increased carbon sequestration over time,with the innovative thinning achieving a 7%higher annual carbon sequestration rate than traditional thinning and 8%more than the control.Estimated payback times were9 years for recovering the harvested volume in both thinning approaches,10 years for innovative thinning to surpass traditional thinning,17 years for innovative thinning to surpass the control,and 24 years for traditional thinning to surpass the control.Additionally,tree mechanical stability improved significantly in both thinning treatments after two years,with further increases observed in the innovative thinning group after six years.These results suggest that selective thinning can accelerate forest recovery and carbon sequestration,especially in areas with high stem density,where it can reduce the negative impacts of tree mortality and deadwood accumulation.However,careful planning is required to mitigate potential short-term stability is sues,particularly in challenging environments(e.g.,windy conditions,steep slopes).Forest management strategies should therefore aim to balance growth,carbon storage,and tree stability,considering both long-term sustainability and local environmental conditions.The findings are particularly relevant for current climate change mitigation strategies,emphasizing that thinning should be carefully tailored to forest type and conditions to maximize benefits in carbon credit generation and sustainable forest management practices.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.52178361,52178328,and 42377190).
文摘Phosphogypsum,an industrial solid waste,is an effective binder for partially replacing cement in stabilizing dredged sediments.Acid rain,as a worldwide ecological problem,also affects the long-term stability and sustainability of geotechnical materials and structures.However,the research on leaching effects and long-term durability of phosphogypsum-stabilized soils under acid rain conditions is limited and remains a significant challenge for practical applications.This study investigates the leaching effects and long-term durability of phosphogypsum-stabilized soils by simulating acid rain erosion through semi-dynamic leaching tests.Key parameters,including leached Ca^(2+)concentration,leachate pH,and unconfined compressive strength after leaching,were evaluated.Microscopic analyses with X-ray diffraction(XRD)and scanning electron microscopy(SEM)were also conducted to explore the underlying mechanisms.The results indicate that the presence of phosphogypsum in stabilized soil with high water content shows a significant improvement in leaching resistance subjected to acid ions,evidencing a lower Ca^(2+)concentration and pH value in the leachate,and a higher strength after leaching compared to those samples without phosphogypsum.SEM images and XRD analysis revealed that samples with higher phosphogypsum content possess denser structures due to more needle-shaped ettringite and other minerals in the soil matrix,contributing to improved strength and leaching resistance.The enhanced strength and leaching resistance of phosphogypsum-stabilized soil can be attributed to additional gel formation,a rise in swelling potential,ettringite bridging,and a denser microstructure,which reduces Ca^(2+)availability for leaching in acidic environments.
基金supported by BETA Catalyst Funding Grant(Grant No.BETA-20240222005)from Building and Construction Authority(BCA),Singapore.
文摘Incineration has been widely adopted as a solution to the increasing volume of municipal solid waste(MSW).However,this process generates substantial amounts of incineration bottom ash(IBA),which poses environmental risks due to heavy metal content,especially in the fine fraction(FIBA).In this context,this study proposes producing liquefied stabilized soil(LSS)from FIBA,marine clay(MC),and ground granulated blast furnace slag(GGBS)for backfilling applications.FIBA serves as an alkaline activator for GGBS hydration,while MC functions as the primary soil matrix.GGBS acts as the primary binder.Carbide sludge(CS),another industrial byproduct,was used as a comparison to FIBA.The performance of the fresh and solidified LSS,including flow value,unconfined compressive strength(UCS),and leaching of heavy metals was investigated.The results showed that with proper contents of FIBA,water,and binder,the flow value of FIBA-GGBS-clay and CS-GGBS-clay satisfied the workability requirements.With increasing CS content,the UCS of CS-GGBS-clay initially increased sharply,then gradually reached an optimal value,and slightly decreased in some cases.Nevertheless,as FIBA content increased,the UCS of FIBA-GGBS-clay generally increased linearly.With similar Ca(OH)2 contents,FIBA-GGBS-clay had a higher strength than CS-GGBS-clay due to the soil skeleton effect of sand-sized particles in FIBA.The synergy of CS and FIBA enabled CS-FIBA-GGBS-clay to achieve high early strength while addressing the high heavy metal content issue of FIBA.Overall,this approach can be adapted to meet the varying strength and heavy metal requirements of LSS in different applications.
基金funded by the National Key Research and Development Program of China (Grant No 2021YFB3701102and 2023YFB3710900)Natural Science Foundation of Henan Province (242300420306)+2 种基金Scientific and Technological Project of Henan Province (242102321063)National Natural Science Foundation of China (No. 52108258)the Industrial Collaborative Innovation Project of Shanghai(No. XTCX-KJ-2022-2-11)
文摘The primary magnesium production is accompanied by a large amount of magnesium slag(MS)discharge.The low hydration reactivity of γ-Ca_(2)SiO_(4)(γ-C_(2)S)and MgO in MS results in the volume stability issue and low utilization rate of MS.To eliminate the issue,this study proposes to pre-autoclave the MS slurry to boost the hydration of γ-C_(2)S and MgO and then utilize their hydration products to prepare cementitious materials by carbonation curing.MgO from MS and prepared γ-C_(2)S are firstly employed as study objects respectively,for they are the main contents of magnesium slag.The results indicate that pre-autoclaving treatment can strongly elevate the hydration degree of MgO from MS,this can substantially solve the volume stability issue of MS.Meanwhile,the pre-autoclaving of γ-C_(2)S induces the generation of crystallized and amorphous C-S-H products,and both products could promote the carbonation reaction when compared to γ-C_(2)S.The carbonation degree of pre-autoclaved MS firstly increases and then decreases with the rising pre-autoclaving temperature,and the optimal pre-autoclaving temperature for MS carbonation is 160℃,at this time,the powdered MS can be simply carbonated fully.The sample made of pre-autoclaved MS and then subjected to 4 h carbonation could achieve the compressive strength of 29 MPa.with good soundness.During volume stability testing,the volume expansion rate of a carbonated MS sample with pre-autoclaving was 0.07%,which is significantly lower than the normal requirement of 0.5%.This research offers a novel approach to utilizing magnesium slag in building materials and contributes to carbon reduction.
文摘Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins and play vital roles in both biological systems and drug development.In recent years,increasing attention has been given to the functionalization of amino acid derivatives.Since the introduction of therapeutic insulin in the early 20th century,the conjugation of drug molecules with amino acids and peptides has been pivotal in driving advancements in drug discovery and become an integral part of modern medical practice.Currently,over a hundred peptide-drug conjugates have received global approval and are widely used to treat diseases such as diabetes,cancer,chronic pain,and multiple sclerosis.Key technologies for conjugating peptides with bioactive molecules include antibody-drug conjugates(ADCs),peptide-drug conjugates(PDCs),and proteolysis targeting chimeras(PROTACs).Significant efforts have been dedicated to developing strategies for the modification of amino acids and peptides,with particular focus on site-selective C-H alkylation/arylation reactions.These reactions are crucial for synthesizing bioactive molecules,as they enable the precise introduction of functional groups at specific positions,thereby improving the pharmacological properties of the resulting compounds.
文摘The investigation of the long-term performance of solidified/stabilized （S/S） contaminated soils was carried out in a trial site in southeast UK. The soils were exposed to the maximum natural weathering for four years and sampled at various depths in a controlled manner. The chemical properties （e.g., degree of carbonation （DOC）, pH, electrical conductivity （EC）） and physical properties （e.g., moisture content （MC）, liquid limit CLL）, plastic limit （PL）, plasticity index （PI）） of the samples untreated and treated with the traditional and accelerated carbonated S/S processes were analyzed. Their variations on the depths of the soils were also studied. The result showed that the broad geotechnical properties of the soils, manifested in their PIs, were related to the concentration of the water soluble ions and in particular the free calcium ions. The samples treated with the accelerated carbonation technology （ACT）, and the untreated samples contained limited number of free calcium ions in solutions and consequently interacted with waters in a similar way. Compared with the traditional cement-based S/S technology, e.g., treatment with ordinary portland cement （OPC） or EnvirOceM, ACT caused the increase of the PI of the treated soil and made it more stable during long-term weathering. The PI values for the four soils ascended according to the order： the EnvirOceM soil, the OPC soil, the ACT soil, and the untreated soil while their pH and EC values descended according to the same order.
基金funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.42277146)the Postgraduate Research&Practice Innovation Program of Jiangsu Province(Grant No.KYCX22_0273)the Transportation Science and Technology Project of Jiangsu Province of China(Grant No.HTSQ(B)2021-249).
文摘Cement treatment,such as cement-mixing columns,is commonly used for deep soft soil improvement to increase the bearing capacity and reduce settlement.However,cement production entails high energy consumption and carbon and pollutant emissions.CO_(2)capture and mineralization represent promising solutions to these issues.This study proposes a sustainable alternative:a novel CO_(2)-carbonated MgO-mixing column that integrates CO_(2)mineralization with soil reinforcement.This approach involves in situ mixing of MgO with deep soil to form columns,which are then carbonated and solidified by injecting captured CO_(2)through gas-permeable pipe piles,achieving both carbon reduction and soil improvement.In this study,CO_(2)-carbonated MgO-mixing columns were comprehensively evaluated to investigate variations in strength,deformation,pH,and CO_(2)sequestration with depth.Two rapid and cost-effective methods to assess its mechanical properties,uniformity,and CO_(2)sequestration capacity are proposed.The results show that the carbonated MgO-treated soil has good strength along the depth direction,with an average unconfined compressive strength(UCS)of 1.02 MPa and a lower pH than that of cement-mixing columns.It also achieves notable CO_(2)sequestration,ranging from 4.88%to 13.10%(average 8.31%),and exhibits good uniformity,as shown by electrical resistivity tests.Needle penetration and electrical resistivity tests could be used to effectively predict the UCS,deformation modulus,and CO_(2)sequestration.XRD,FTIR,SEM,and TG-DTG analyses reveal distinct microstructural differences at various depths,with unhydrated MgO,magnesite,and dypingite/hydromagnesite present in shallow columns,and brucite,nesquehonite,and dypingite/hydromagnesite present in deep columns.These products bind soil particles and fill pores,enhancing the strength of the MgO-mixing column.
基金National Key R&D Program of China,Grant/Award Number:2023YFB2503900National Natural Science Foundation of China,Grant/Award Number:12172143Shenzhen Science and Technology Program,Grant/Award Numbers:JCYJ20220818100418040,JCYJ20220530160816038。
文摘Constructing silicon(Si)-based composite electrodes that possess high energy density,long cycle life,and fast charging capability simultaneously is critical for the development of high performance lithium-ion batteries for mitigating range anxiety and slow charging issues in new energy vehicles.Herein,a thick silicon/carbon composite electrode with vertically aligned channels in the thickness direction(VC-SC)is constructed by employing a bubble formation method.Both experimental characterizations and theoretical simulations confirm that the obtained vertical channel structure can effectively address the problem of sluggish ion transport caused by high tortuosity in conventional thick electrodes,conspicuously enhance reaction kinetics,reduce polarization and side reactions,mitigate stress,increase the utilization of active materials,and promote cycling stability of the thick electrode.Consequently,when paired with LiNi_(0.6)Co_(0.2)Mn_(0.2)O_(2)(NCM622),the VC-SC||NCM622 pouch type full cell(~6.0 mAh cm^(-2))exhibits significantly improved rate performance and capacity retention compared with the SC||NCM622 full cell with the conventional silicon/carbon composite electrode without channels(SC)as the anode.The assembled VC-SC||NCM622 pouch full cell with a high energy density of 490.3 Wh kg^(-1)also reveals a remarkable fast charging capability at a high current density of 2.0 mA cm^(-2),with a capacity retention of 72.0%after 500 cycles.
基金Item Sponsored by National Natural Science Foundation of China(51274034,51334002,51404019)Independent Research and Development Program from State Key Laboratory of Advanced Metallurgy of China
文摘Population density function （PDF）, which can eliminate the arbitrariness caused by the choice of the num- ber and the size of bins compared to the well-used histograms, was introduced to analyze the amount of inclusions. The population evolution of oxide inclusions in forms of PDF in Ti-stabilized ultra-low carbon steels after deoxidation during industrial RH refining and continuous casting processes was analyzed using an automated SEM-EDS system. It was found that after deoxidation till the early stage of casting, the alumina inclusions exhibited a lognormal PDF distribution, and three factors including the existence of a large amount of alumina clusters, the generation of alumi- na from the reduction of Al-Ti-O inclusions and the reoxidation of molten steel were estimated as the reasons. The shape parameter σ was high after deoxidation and then decreased after Ti treatment, indicating that in a short period after deoxidation, the size of alumina inclusions was widely distributed. After Ti treatment, the distribution of inclu- sion size was more concentrated. The scale parameter m decreased with time during the whole refining process, indi- cating that the proportion of large inclusions decreased during refining. Contrarily, the Al-Ti-O inclusions presented a fractal PDF distribution except at the end of casting with fractal dimension D of 4.3, and the constant of propor- tionality C decreased with time during RH refining and increased during casting process. The reoxidation of steel by slag entrapped from ladle was considered as the reason for the lognormal PDF behavior of Al-Ti-O inclusions at the end of casting.
基金supported by Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(2023KYJD1008)the Science Research Projects of the Anhui Higher Education Institutions of China(2022AH051582).
文摘Reversible solid oxide cell(RSOC)is a new energy conversion device with significant applications,especially for power grid peaking shaving.However,the reversible conversion process of power generation/energy storage poses challenges for the performance and stability of air electrodes.In this work,a novel high-entropy perovskite oxide La_(0.2)Pr_(0.2)Gd_(0.2)Sm_(0.2)Sr_(0.2)Co_(0.8)Fe_(0.2)O_(3−δ)(HE-LSCF)is proposed and investigated as an air electrode in RSOC.The electrochemical behavior of HE-LSCF was studied as an air electrode in both fuel cell and electrolysis modes.The polarization impedance(Rp)of the HE-LSCF electrode is only 0.25Ω·cm^(2) at 800℃ in an air atmosphere.Notably,at an electrolytic voltage of 2 V and a temperature of 800℃,the current density reaches up to 1.68 A/cm^(2).The HE-LSCF air electrode exhibited excellent reversibility and stability,and its electrochemical performance remains stable after 100 h of reversible operation.With these advantages,HE-LSCF is shown to be an excellent air electrode for RSOC.
基金Project(2014CB6644002)supported by the National Basic Research Program of ChinaProject(2016YFB0700302)supported by the National Major Scientific Research Development Program,ChinaProject(2017JJ2311)supported by the Hunan Natural Science Foundation of China
文摘Carbon is an important alloying element in improving high temperature mechanical properties of various metallic materials.The effects of carbon on high temperature mechanical properties of aβ-stabilized Ti?45Al?3Fe?2Mo(molar fraction,%)alloy were studied through compressive and creep tests.The results show that the carbon addition(0.5%,molar fraction)obviously enhances the high temperature compressive strength and creep resistance of theβ-stabilized Ti?45Al?3Fe?2Mo alloy.A lot of nano-scaled Ti3AlC carbides precipitate in theβ-stabilized alloy and these carbides pin the dislocations,and greatly increase the high temperature properties.At the same time,the carbon addition decreases the amount of?phase,refines the lamellar spacing,and causes solution strengthening,which also contribute to the improvement of the high temperature properties.
基金supported by the Shenyang Municipal Science and Technology Project,China(23-409-2-03)the Liaoning Provincial Department of Science and Technology Project,China(Z20230183)the Liaoning Provincial Applied Basic Research Program,China(2022JH2/101300173).
文摘Both soil organic carbon (SOC) and iron (Fe) oxide content, among other factors, drive the formation and stability of soil aggregates.However, the mechanism of these drivers in greenhouse soil fertilized with organic fertilizer is not well understood.In a 3-year field experiment, we aimed to investigate the factors which drive the stability of soil aggregates in greenhouse soil.To explore the impact of organic fertilizer on soil aggregates, we established four treatments:no fertilization (CK);inorganic fertilizer (CF);organic fertilizer (OF);and combined application of inorganic and organic fertilizers(COF).The application of organic fertilizer significantly enhanced the stability of aggregates, that is it enhanced the mean weight diameter, geometric mean diameter and aggregate content (%) of>0.25 mm aggregate fractions.OF and COF treatments increased the concentration of SOC, especially the aliphatic-C, aromatic-C and polysaccharide-C components of SOC, particularly in>0.25 mm aggregates.Organic fertilizer application significantly increased the content of free Fe(Fed), reactive Fe (Feo), and non-crystalline Fe in both bulk soil and aggregates.Furthermore, non-crystalline Fe showed a positive correlation with SOC content in both bulk soil and aggregates.Both non-crystalline Fe and SOC were significantly positively correlated with>2 mm mean weight diameter.Overall, we believe that the increase of SOC, aromatic-C, and non-crystal ine Fe concentrations in soil after the application of organic fertilizer is the reason for improving soil aggregate stability.
基金the W.M.Keck Center for Nano-Scale Imaging in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of Arizona(Grant No.RRID:SCR_022884),with funding from the W.M.Keck Foundation Grant.
文摘Approximately 3.44 billion tons of copper mine tailings(MT)were produced globally in 2018 with an increase of 45%from 2010.Significant efforts are being made to manage these tailings through storage facilities,recycling,and reuse in different industries.Currently,a large portion of tailings are managed through the tailing storage facilities(TSF)where these tailings undergo hydro-thermal-mechanical stresses with seasonal cycles which are not comprehensively understood.This study presents an investigative study to evaluate the performance of control and cement-stabilized copper MT under the influence of seasonal cycles,freeze-thaw(F-T)and wet-dry(W-D)conditions,representing the seasonal variability in the cold and arid regions.The control and cement-stabilized MT samples were subjected to a maximum of 12 F-T and 12 W-D cycles and corresponding micro-and-macro behavior was investigated through scanning electron microscope(SEM),volumetric strain(εvT,wet density(r),moisture content loss,and unconfined compressive strength(UCS)tests.The results indicated the vulnerability of Copper MT to 67%and 75%strength loss reaching residual states with 12 F-T and 8 W-D cycles,respectively.Whereas the stabilized MT retained 39%-55%and 16%-34%strength with F-T and W-D cycles,demonstrating increased durability.This research highlights the impact of seasonal cycles and corresponding strength-deformation characteristics of control and stabilized Copper MT in cold and arid regions.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(21975074,91534202,and 91834301)the Shanghai Scientific and Technological Innovation Project(18JC1410500)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(222201718002)。
文摘Exploring high ion/electron conductive olivine-type transition metal phosphates is of vital significance to broaden their applicability in rapid-charging devices.Herein,we report an interface engineered Li Fe0.5Mn0.5PO4/rGO@C cathode material by the synergistic effects of r GO and polydopamine-derived N-doped carbon.The well-distributed Li Fe0.5Mn0.5PO4nanoparticles are tightly anchored on r GO nanosheet benefited by the coating of N-doped carbon layer.The design of such an architecture can effectively suppress the agglomeration of nanoparticles with a shortened Li+transfer path.Meantime,the high-speed conducting network has been constructed by r GO and N-doped carbon,which exhibits the face-to-face contact with Li Fe0.5Mn0.5PO4nanoparticles,guaranteeing the rapid electron transfer.These profits endow the Li Fe0.5Mn0.5PO4/rGO@C hybrids with a fast charge-discharge ability,e.g.a high reversible capacity of 105 m Ah·g^-1at 10 C,much higher than that of the Li Fe0.5Mn0.5PO4@C nanoparticles(46 mA·h·g^-1).Furthermore,a 90.8%capacity retention can be obtained even after cycling 500 times at 2 C.This work gives a new avenue to fabricate transition metal phosphate with superior electrochemical performance for high-power Li-ion batteries.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China,Grant/Award Numbers:51861005,52071092,U20A20237Guangxi Natural Science Foundation,Grant/Award Numbers:2019GXNSFDA245023,2019GXNSFGA245005,2020GXNSFGA297004,2021GXNSFFA196002Guangxi Bagui Scholar Foundation。
文摘The leakage of organic phase change materials(OPCMs)at temperatures above their melting point severely limits their large-scale application.The introduction of porous supports has been identified as an efficient leakageproofing method.In this study,a novel carbonized Cu-coated melamine foam(MF)/reduced graphene oxide(rGO)framework(MF/rGO/Cu-C)is constructed as a support for fabricating stabilized multifunctional OPCMs.MF serves as the supporting material,while rGO and Cu act as functional reinforcements.As a thermal energy storage material,polyethylene glycol(PEG)is encapsulated into MF/rGO/Cu-C through a vacuum-assisted impregnation method to obtain PEG@MF/rGO/Cu-C composite with excellent comprehensive performance.PEG@MF/rGO/Cu-C exhibits high phase change enthalpies of 148.3 J g^(-1)(melting)and 143.9 J g^(-1)(crystallization),corresponding to a high energy storage capability of 92.7%.Simultaneously,MF/rGO/Cu-C endues the composite with an enhanced thermal conductivity of 0.4621Wm^(-1) K^(-1),which increases by 463%compared to that of PEG@MF.Furthermore,PEG@MF/rGO/Cu-C displays great light-to-thermal and electric-to-thermal conversion capabilities,thermal cycle stability,light-tothermal cycle stability,and shape stability,showing promising application prospects in different aspects.
基金supported by the Fundamental Research Program of Shanxi Province(Grant Nos.202203021222188 and 202303021211166)Scientific Research Fund of Taiyuan University of Science and Technology(Grant No.20222073)+1 种基金Award Fund for Outstanding Doctors in Shanxi Province(Grant No.20232047)Scientific and Technological Innovation Programs of Higher Education Institutions in Shanxi(Grant No.2022L280).
文摘The crevice corrosion of the reinforcing steel in the carbonated simulated concrete pore solutions(SCPSs)containing 0.04 mol/L chloride was investigated.In comparison,the steel without crevice covered on its surface was also studied.Results showed that the crevice corrosion in the uncarbonated SCPS was not triggered and the steel remained passivity by suppressing the anodic dissolution in the crevice interior.As SCPS was carbonated to have pH values of 10.5 and 11.5,the crevice corrosion was easier to be activated than the widely reported pitting corrosion owing to the rapid oxygen depletion within the crevice,but the crevice corrosion damage might be alleviated to a certain extent due to the relative compact surface film formed inside the crevice.The further carbonation led to the activation dissolution of both the crevice interior and exterior,causing the more serious corrosion damage.Corrosion process of the crevice corrosion was systematically analyzed by combining the electrochemical measurement results and Evens polarization diagram.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (41977020)the China Agriculture Research System of MOF and MARA (CARS22)。
文摘oil aggregates profoundly impact soil sustainability and crop productivity, and they are influenced by complexinteractions between minerals and organics. This study aimed to elucidate the alterations in mineralogy and soilorganic carbon(SOC) following long-term green manure incorporation and the effect on soil aggregates. Based on 5-and 36-year field experiments, surface soil samples(0–20 cm) were collected from Alfisol and Ferrisol soilssubjected to rice–rice–winter fallow(CK) and rice–rice–Chinese milk vetch(MV) treatments to investigate aggregatestability, mineralogy, SOC composition, and soil microstructural characteristics. The results showed that high clay-content Ferrisol exhibited greater aggregate stability than low clay-content Alfisol. The phyllosilicates in Alfisolprimarily comprised illite and vermiculite, whereas those in Ferrisol with high-content free-form Fe oxides(Fed) weredominated by kaolinite. Additionally, the clay fraction in Ferrisol contained more aromatic-C than the clay fraction inAlfisol. The 36-year MV incorporation significantly increased the Ferrisol macroaggregate stability(9.57–13.37%),and it also facilitated the transformation of vermiculite into kaolinite and significantly increased the clay, Fed, and aromatic-C contents in Ferrisol. Backscattered electron(BSE)-scanning electron microscopy/energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy(SEM/EDS) revealed a compact aggregate structure in Ferrisol with co-localization of Feoxides and kaolinite. Moreover, the partial least path model(PLS-PM) revealed that clay content directly improvedmacroaggregate stability, and that kaolinite and Fed positively and directly affected clay or indirectly modulated clay formation by increasing the aromatic-C levels. Overall, long-term MV incorporation promotes clay aggregation by affecting mineral transformation to produce more kaolinite and Fe oxides and retain aromatic-C, and it ultimately improves aggregate stability.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52074331).
文摘Wellbore instability is one of the significant challenges in the drilling engineering and during the development of carbonate reservoirs,especially with open-hole completion.The problems of wellbore instability such as downhole collapse and silt deposit in the fractured carbonate reservoir of Tarim Basin(Ordovician)are severe.Solid destabilization and production(SDP)was proposed to describe this engineering problem of carbonate reservoirs.To clarify the mechanism and mitigate potential borehole instability problems,we conducted particle size distribution(PSD)analysis,X-ray diffraction(XRD)analysis,triaxial compression tests,and micro-scale sand production tests based on data analysis.We found that the rock fragments and silt in the wellbore came from two sources:one from the wellbore collapse in the upper unplugged layers and the other from the production of sand particles carried by the fluid in the productive layers.Based on the experimental study,a novel method combining a geomechanical model and microscopic sand production model was proposed to predict wellbore instability and analyze its influencing factors.The critical condition and failure zone predicted by the prediction model fit well with the field observations.According to the prediction results,the management and prevention measures of wellbore instability in carbonate reservoirs were proposed.It is suggested to optimize the well track in new drilling wells while upgrading the production system in old wells.This study is of great guiding significance for the optimization of carbonate solid control and it improves the understanding of the sand production problems in carbonate reservoirs.
文摘When the PAN-based stabilized fiber(PAN-SF) was converted to the carbon fiber, the effect of some of the carbonizing parameters on the structure and properties of the resulting carbon fibers, such as the molecular structure development, element contents, morphology and mechanical properties, was discussed. The results show that the carbonizing temperature, the purity of the inert gas and the de-oil pretreatment of the tiber have a great influence on them.
