Naturally degradable capsule provides a platform for sustained fragrance release.However,practical challenges such as low encapsulation efficiency and difficulty in sustained release are still limited in using fragran...Naturally degradable capsule provides a platform for sustained fragrance release.However,practical challenges such as low encapsulation efficiency and difficulty in sustained release are still limited in using fragranceloaded capsules.In this work,the natural materials sodium alginate and gelatine are dissolved and act as the aqueous phase,lavender is dissolved in caprylic/capric triglyceride(GTCC)as the oil phase,and SiO_(2) nanoparticles with neutralwettability as a solid emulsifier to form O/W Pickering emulsions simultaneously.Finally,multi-core capsules are prepared using the drop injection method with emulsions as templates.The results show that the capsules have been successfully prepared with a spherical morphology and multi-core structure,and the encapsulation rate of multi-core capsules can reach up to 99.6%.In addition,the multi-core capsules possess desirable sustained release performance,the cumulative sustained release rate of fragrance at 25℃over 49 days is only 32.5%.It is attributed to the significant protection of multi-core structure,Pickering emulsion nanoparticle membranes,and hydrogel network shell for encapsulated fragrance.This study is designed to deliver a new strategy for using sustained-release technology with fragrance in food,cosmetics,textiles,and other fields.展开更多
Cryopreservation is a fundamental technology in biomedical research,regenerative medicine,and tissue engineering,enabling the long-term storage of cells,tissues,and organs.However,its effectiveness is limited by chall...Cryopreservation is a fundamental technology in biomedical research,regenerative medicine,and tissue engineering,enabling the long-term storage of cells,tissues,and organs.However,its effectiveness is limited by challenges such as intracellular ice formation,cryoprotectant toxicity,and reduced post-thaw viability.This review explores the crucial role of encapsulation in enhancing cryopreservation efficiency,with a focus on recent advances in materials science,bioengineering,and cryobiology.Emerging technologies,such as nanotechnology and stimuli-responsive polymers,are transforming encapsulation strategies.Innovations such as microfluidic systems offer precise control over cooling rates and cryoprotectant distribution,thereby mitigating conventional limitations.The review also addresses current obstacles related to scaling up encapsulation processes and ensuring the long-term biocompatibility and stability of preserved specimens.By synthesizing recent findings,this work provides a comprehensive resource for researchers and clinicians seeking to enhance biopreservation techniques and their applications in contemporary medicine and biotechnology.Finally,the review identifies critical knowledge gaps that must be addressed to improve the efficacy of cryopreservation strategies and advance their clinical translation.展开更多
Many azo compounds and their intermediates are toxic and have been linked to various health issues,representing a growing global problem.Molecular engineering for selective encapsulation of azobenzene compounds is cri...Many azo compounds and their intermediates are toxic and have been linked to various health issues,representing a growing global problem.Molecular engineering for selective encapsulation of azobenzene compounds is critical,given their significant use in smart materials and prevalence as environmental micropollutants released from the food and dye industries.However,the current host molecules catering to azobenzene compounds are mainly limited to cyclodextrins,pillar[n]arenes and cucurbit[n]urils,demonstrating a moderate affinity.This report describes that a novel 3,3'-bipyridinium-based cyclophane was capable of encapsulating anionic azobenzene compounds in water with high binding affinity and pH stability through electrostatic attraction-enhanced mechanism,surpassing the extensively reported supramolecular systems.1D&2D NMR experiments,UV-vis spectrum,X-ray crystallography and computational modeling were carried out to understand the host-vip complexation.It's worth noting that the tetracationic cyclophane exhibited good selective and anti-interference encapsulation properties in binary,ternary and seawater systems.Furthermore,upon UV/white light irradiation,the reversible conversion between(E)-4,4'-azobisbenzoate and(Z)-4,4'-azobisbenzoate triggers the dissociation/recomplexation of the host-vip complex within 3 min.This reversible photo-switchable(E)-disodium 4,4'-azobisbenzoateBPy-Box^(4+)supramolecular system holds promise for designing novel materials for extraction/release of azo compounds and other small smart materials.展开更多
Guava(Psidium guajava L.),a plant belonging to the Myrtaceae family,holds significant medicinal and nutritional values.Leaves of the plant are described to be elliptical with a dark green color and are utilized in the...Guava(Psidium guajava L.),a plant belonging to the Myrtaceae family,holds significant medicinal and nutritional values.Leaves of the plant are described to be elliptical with a dark green color and are utilized in the treatment of gastrointestinal and respiratory issues along with increasing the platelet count in patients suffering from dengue.In this review paper,the nutritional composition and bioactive compounds of guava leaves,including proteins,vitamins,minerals,and polysaccharides,have been reviewed.The methods of extraction of bioactive compounds from guava leaves and their bioactivities,including antioxidant,anti-diabetic,and anti-cancer potential,have been explored.Further,encapsulation techniques for improving the transport of bioactive compounds and living cells into foods have been studied.The application of guava leaves in different food systems such as herbal tea,pork sausage,chocolates,jelly,meals for chickens,functional beverages,and as antibacterial agents in food preservatives has also been investigated.The findings of this review illustrated that the phytochemicals present in guava leaves showed excellent antimicrobial and antioxidant properties.Encapsulation appears to be a promising technique for improving the stability,bioavailability,and controlled release of bioactive chemicals extracted from guava leaves.Different methods for the encapsulation of bioactive compounds employed and applied in distinct food systems showed preservation of phytochemicals,improved bioactivities,and nutritional values.Overall,this review paper demonstrated how guava leaves,an abundant source of bioactive compounds,can be used as a multipurpose component to create functional foods,edible coatings,and active packaging to enhance the nutritional,antioxidant,and antimicrobial properties of various food systems that have qualities that promote health.展开更多
High-temperature phase change materials(PCMs)have attracted significant attention in the field of thermal energy storage due to their ability to store and release large amounts of heat within a small temperature fluct...High-temperature phase change materials(PCMs)have attracted significant attention in the field of thermal energy storage due to their ability to store and release large amounts of heat within a small temperature fluctuation range.However,their practical application is limited due to problems such as leakage,corrosion,and volume changes at high temperatures.Recent research has shown that macroencapsulation technology holds promise in addressing these issues.This paper focuses on the macroencapsulation technology of high-temperature PCMs,starting with a review of the classification and development history of high-temperature macroencapsulatd PCMs.Four major encapsulation strategies,including electroplating method,solid/liquid filling method,sacrificial material method,and powder compaction into sphere method,are then summarized.The methods for effectively addressing issues such as corrosion,leakage,supercooling,and phase separation in PCMs are analyzed,along with approaches for improving the heat transfer performance,mechanical strength,and thermal cycling stability of macrocapsules.Subsequently,the structure and packing arrangement optimization of macrocapsules in thermal storage systems is discussed in detail.Finally,after comparing the performance of various encapsulation strategies and summarizing existing issues,the current technical challenges,improvement methods,and future development directions are proposed.More attention should be given to utilizing AI technology and reinforcement learning to reveal the multiphysics-coupled heat and mass transfer mechanisms in macrocapsule applications,as well as to optimize material selection and encapsulation parameters,thereby enhancing the overall efficiency of thermal storage systems.展开更多
Surface-adhering biofilms contribute significantly to irreversible biofouling and corrosion,presenting a multi-trillion-dollar annual problem in public health and industry.Strategies employing antibacterial elements a...Surface-adhering biofilms contribute significantly to irreversible biofouling and corrosion,presenting a multi-trillion-dollar annual problem in public health and industry.Strategies employing antibacterial elements are emerging to fabricate multifunctional coatings that effectively combat such microbially produced damage.However,rapid,reliable,and robust surface engineering remains challenging due to stability limitations and intricate anti-biofilm additive dynamics.Herein,a silver-capsule-conjugated polyurethane coating with high stability and antimicrobial efficacy in a cooperative manner is developed through controlled supramolecular self-assembly.Polyvinylpyrrolidone(PVP)-mediated molecule entanglement breaks through the incompatibility between polymeric components and nanomaterials,strengthening the dispersion and fixation of encapsulated silver nanoparticles.The facilitation and control of the nanoscale interfacial binding significantly suppresses the aggregation of inorganic nanoparticles and consequent microcracks development,giving rise to mechanical robustness and thermal stability of the hybrid coating under extreme conditions.A synergistic combination of exposed residues,electrostatic,and coordination interactions could readily integrate the resultant coating on virtually arbitrary material sur-faces.This composite coating exhibits broad-spectrum and high bactericidal efficiencies of 99.99% against Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli,as well as excellent biofilm formation suppression.Moreover,our coating has robust resistance to microbial-influenced corrosion(MIC)and can even endure 720 h of salt spray.This study deciphers a general code for creating stable and durable nanohybrid coatings to mitigate microbially related risks.展开更多
Polyphosphazene with phenoxy or 4-ester phenoxy as pendent groups are demonstrated as both ligands and host matrices for CsPbBr_(3) perovskite nanocrystals(NCs). These polymers produced fiexible nanocomposite films wi...Polyphosphazene with phenoxy or 4-ester phenoxy as pendent groups are demonstrated as both ligands and host matrices for CsPbBr_(3) perovskite nanocrystals(NCs). These polymers produced fiexible nanocomposite films with excellent NCs dispersion, optical transparency and stability in various extreme conditions. Both films remained stable even after 30 days of air storage. CsPbBr_(3) /poly[bis(phenoxy phosphazene)](PBPP) delivered better air and light stability, and CsPbBr_(3) /poly[bis(4-esterphenoxy)phosphazene](PBEPP) exhibited superior water and heat resistance. CsPbBr_(3) /PBEPP showed a greater increase in fiuorescence intensity under 365 nm UV light and demonstrated a 10% luminescence increase after 96 h of water immersion and even at high temperature(150℃). These findings thus provide new insight into fiexible luminescent CsPbBr_(3) films with high stability in optoelectronic applications.展开更多
Hydrogen-bonded framework(HOF) offers an attractive platform to encapsulate enzymes and stabilize their conformation,due to the advantages of mild synthesis conditions,tailorable pore structure,and backbone biocompati...Hydrogen-bonded framework(HOF) offers an attractive platform to encapsulate enzymes and stabilize their conformation,due to the advantages of mild synthesis conditions,tailorable pore structure,and backbone biocompatibility.However,the efficiency of this HOF approach relies on the interfacial interactions between enzyme vip and the ligand precursors,limiting its adaptability to enzymes with varying surface chemistry property.In this study,we report a site-specific surface modification strategy to positively tailor the enzyme surface charge,facilitating the biomimetic encapsulation of enzymes within HOF in situ.Both experimental results and computational simulation reveal that site-specific amination of enzyme surface's acidic residues contributes to the interfacial accumulation of carboxylic ligand precursors in aqueous solutions via synergistic electrostatic and hydrogen bonding interactions.This substantially facilitates the in situ growth of porous HOF surrounding the aminated enzyme biotemplates,with up to 100% enzyme loading efficiency.The resultant hydrogen-bonded biohybrid framework(HBF) retains high biocatalytic functions while exhibiting exceptional stability under harsh conditions.By leveraging the marked catalytic activity of GOx-NH_(2)@HBF-1 and a H_(2)O_(2)-sensitive QD,a highly sensitive glucose fluorescence sensor is fabricated with a wide linear range(5-2000 μmol/L) and a low quantification limit of 5 μmol/L.This work presents a simple yet effective enzyme surface engineering approach for integrating enzyme into HOF,opening new avenues for the construction of multifunctional HOF biocomposites.展开更多
Graphene encapsulation has been shown to be an effective technique for improving the corrosion resistance of non-noble metal catalysts for the acidic water electrolysis.The key challenge lies in enhancing the electroc...Graphene encapsulation has been shown to be an effective technique for improving the corrosion resistance of non-noble metal catalysts for the acidic water electrolysis.The key challenge lies in enhancing the electrocatalytic activity of graphene-encapsulated metals while maintaining their durability in acidic media.Herein,an electron-transfer-tuning strategy is investigated at the graphene/NiMo interface,aiming to improve the hydrogen evolution reaction(HER)performance of graphene-encapsulated NiMo catalysts.The doping of Ti,a low electronegativity element,into NiMo substrate was confirmed to increase electron transfer from the metal core toward the graphene.The electron-rich state on graphene facilitates the adsorption of positively charged protons on graphene,thereby enabling a Pt/C-comparable performance in 0.5 M H_(2)SO_(4),with only a 3.8%degradation in performance over a 120-h continuous test.The proton exchange membrane(PEM)water electrolyzer assembled by the N-doped grapheneencapsulated Ti-doped NiMo exhibits a smaller cell voltage to achieve a current density of 2.0 A cm^(-2),in comparison to the Pt/C based counterpart.This study proposes a novel electron-transfer-tuning strategy to improve the HER activity of graphene-encapsulated non-noble metal catalysts without sacrificing durability in acidic electrolytes.展开更多
In order to ensure food safety,controlling foodborne pathogen contamination is of utmost importance.Growing apprehensions regarding the safety of synthetic antimicrobials,due to their adverse health effects,have promp...In order to ensure food safety,controlling foodborne pathogen contamination is of utmost importance.Growing apprehensions regarding the safety of synthetic antimicrobials,due to their adverse health effects,have prompted a search for alternative options.Plant natural products(PNPs)with antimicrobial activity are being explored as a viable alternative.Among the various antimicrobial natural products studied,plant essential oils,plant flavonoids,plant polyphenols,plant polysaccharides,and plant antimicrobial peptides have been identified as potential candidates.PNPs demonstrate a diverse array of antimicrobial mechanisms,encompassing cell wall and membrane damage,interference with genetic replication,disruption of energy metabolism,and induction of oxidative stress at the single-cell level,as well as inhibition of biofilm formation and quorum sensing at the population level.Certain PNPs have been harnessed as natural antimicrobial agents for the food preservation.The utilization of encapsulation technology proves to be an effective strategy in protecting PNPs,thereby ensuring good antimicrobial efficacy,enhanced dispersibility,and controlled release within food products.The utilization of nanoemulsions,nanoliposomes,edible packaging,electrospun nanofibers,and microcapsules formed by encapsulation has enriched the ways in which PNPs can be applied in food preservation.Although PNPs have great potential in food preservation,their widespread application in the food industry is currently constrained by factors such as production costs,safety concerns,and legal considerations.Chemical synthesis and biosynthesis pathways offer viable strategies for reducing the cost of producing PNPs,and ongoing efforts to assess safety and improve regulatory frameworks are likely to facilitate the broader adoption of PNPs in food preservation practices.This article provides an overview of the main types of PNPs with antimicrobial activity and their properties,focusing on their mechanisms of action.Additionally,it summarizes the use of PNPs in food preservation and discusses the characteristics and applications of different encapsulation technologies.Lastly,the paper briefly analyzes current limitations and proposes potential future trends for this field.展开更多
BACKGROUND Sclerosing encapsulating peritonitis(SEP),also known as abdominal cocoon syndrome,is rare in children.The etiology of primary SEP is believed to be associated with retrograde menstruation or viral peritonit...BACKGROUND Sclerosing encapsulating peritonitis(SEP),also known as abdominal cocoon syndrome,is rare in children.The etiology of primary SEP is believed to be associated with retrograde menstruation or viral peritonitis in young adolescent girls,whereas secondary SEP refers to SEP caused by other factors such as surgery,peritoneal dialysis,or tuberculosis.Secondary SEP is rare and lack diagnostic specificity in children.Given the potential to cause acute intestinal obstruction,surgical intervention is often required.CASE SUMMARY We report the case of a 10-year-old girl with secondary SEP who was admitted to our center with acute bowel obstruction.CONCLUSION In this report,we emphasized the imaging manifestations,diagnosis,and operative management of the case.Although postoperative SEP in children is rare,the long-term prognosis is favorable when accompanied with accurate diagnosis,appropriate perioperative management,and timely follow-up.展开更多
The prevalence of iron deficiency anemia(IDA)remains high in infants,resulting in growth retardation,neurodevelopmental impairment,immunodeficiency and other irreversible injuries.Efficient and safe iron supplementati...The prevalence of iron deficiency anemia(IDA)remains high in infants,resulting in growth retardation,neurodevelopmental impairment,immunodeficiency and other irreversible injuries.Efficient and safe iron supplementation for infants has been the goal of recent research.This study aims to investigate the effect of encapsulated ferric pyrophosphate(FePP)on intestinal inflammation and gut microbiota in IDA suckling rats.Newborn Sprague-Dawley rats were gavaged with low and high doses of FePP and FeSO4(2 and 10 mg Fe/kg BW,respectively)during postnatal days 2-14,while the Ctrl group was gavaged with saline.Results showed that FePP supplementation was as effective as FeSO4 in promoting growth,alleviating anemia and restoring body iron levels.Both low and high doses of FePP could significantly down-regulate the expression of pro inflammatory cytokines in the colon to the level similar to that in the Ctrl group(P>0.05).However,the high dose of FeSO4 did not show a down-regulation effect.Compared with the Ctrl group,IDA caused a disturbance of gut microbiota composition in suckling rats,and FePP could restore this dysbiosis.Besides,FePP was more beneficial than FeSO4 in increasing the abundance of beneficial bacteria such as Bacteroides and Akkermansia.Spearman’s correlation analysis showed a correlation between gut microbiota and biochemical indicators such as iron status,pro-inflammatory cytokine expression,and oxidative stress level.Overall,these findings suggested that FePP could effectively improve IDA,and is more effective than FeSO4 in alleviating intestinal inflammation and regulating gut microbiota,which provides a basis for the application of new iron fortificant in infant formula.展开更多
Herein,nanosized Hf_(6)Ta_(2)O_(17) encapsulated graphite flakes were firstly constructed using the sol-gel method,then deposited on the surface of carbon/carbon(C/C)composites by plasma spraying technique to prolong ...Herein,nanosized Hf_(6)Ta_(2)O_(17) encapsulated graphite flakes were firstly constructed using the sol-gel method,then deposited on the surface of carbon/carbon(C/C)composites by plasma spraying technique to prolong their service span in critical environments.Nanoindentation results affirmed the active influ-ence of graphite flakes on elevating the toughness of the Hf_(6)Ta_(2)O_(17) coating.Besides,after being exposed to the oxyacetylene torch with a peak temperature of about 2000℃,the sample achieved near zero ab-lation(0.06 mg/s),meanwhile its porosity and mass ablation rate showed 39.5%and 60.0%reduction when compared to pure Hf_(6)Ta_(2)O_(17) sample.During exposure,the external Hf_(6)Ta_(2)O_(17) served as an oxy-gen barrier for internal graphite flakes,inversely internal graphite flakes provided a“pinning”effect on external Hf_(6)Ta_(2)O_(17),which accounted for its exceptional ablation performance.This work offers a new insight into the design of surface modification of C/C composites and other high-temperature structural materials.展开更多
Despite the ongoing increase in the efficiency of perovskite solar cells(PSCs),residual lead iodide(PbI2and moisture sensitivity issues continue to constrain their further commercialization.Herein,we propose a thermal...Despite the ongoing increase in the efficiency of perovskite solar cells(PSCs),residual lead iodide(PbI2and moisture sensitivity issues continue to constrain their further commercialization.Herein,we propose a thermally mediated in situ repair and encapsulation strategy to construct high-performance PSCs by incorporating piperazine thioctic acid salt(TAPPZ)as a dopant into the perovskite precursor Thermally dissociated piperazine(PPZ)from TAPPZ integrates microcrystals to form larger grain(>2000 nm),while the carboxylic acid in thioctic acid(TA)and the amine salt in TAPPZ synergistically passivate and transform PbI_(2),significantly reducing its residual amount.Additionally,TAPPZ undergoe thermal self-crosslinking during perovskite annealing,enabling melt-polymerization to form in situ encapsulation for enhanced water resistance.The TAPPZ-incorporated device achieves a remarkable efficiency of 25.65% and exhibits excellent operational stability,retaining over 90% of its initial efficiency after 2000 h under ambient conditions(20-30℃,20%-30% relative humidity).This study provide new insights into the construction of high-performance perovskite solar cells by designing and synthe sizing multifunctional single molecules for in situ repair and encapsulation of perovskites.展开更多
Phase change thermal interface materials(PC-TIMs)have emerged as a promising solution to address the increasing thermal management challenges in electronic devices.This is attributed to their dual mechanisms of latent...Phase change thermal interface materials(PC-TIMs)have emerged as a promising solution to address the increasing thermal management challenges in electronic devices.This is attributed to their dual mechanisms of latent heat absorption and phase change-induced interfacial wettability.This review explores the fundamental principles,material innovations,and diverse applications of PC-TIMs.The heat transfer enhancement mechanisms are first underlined with key factors such as thermal carrier mismatch at the microscale and contact geometry at the macroscale,emphasizing the importance of material selection and design for optimizing thermal performance.Section 2 focuses on corresponding experimental approaches provided,including intrinsic thermal conductivity improvements and interfacial heat transfer optimization.Section 3 discusses common methods such as physical adsorption via porous materials,chain-crosslinked network designs,and core-shell structures,and their effects on leakage prevention,heat transfer enhancement,and application flexibility.Furthermore,the extended applications of PC-TIMs in thermal energy storage are explored in Section 4,suggesting their potential in diverse technological fields.The current challenges in interfacial heat transfer research and the prospect of PC-TIMs are also discussed.The data-driven machine learning technologies will play an increasingly important role in addressing material development and performance prediction.展开更多
Microservices have revolutionized traditional software architecture. While monolithic designs continue to be common, particularly in legacy applications, there is a growing trend towards the modularity, independent de...Microservices have revolutionized traditional software architecture. While monolithic designs continue to be common, particularly in legacy applications, there is a growing trend towards the modularity, independent deployability, and flexibility offered by microservices, which is further enhanced by developments in cloud technology. This shift towards microservice architecture meets the modern business need for agility, facilitating rapid adaptability in a competitive landscape. Microservices offer an agile framework and, in many cases, can simplify the development process, though the implementation can vary and sometimes introduce complexities. Unlike monolithic systems, which can be cumbersome to modify, microservices enable quicker adjustments and faster deployment times, essential in today’s dynamic environment. This article delves into the essence of microservices and explores their growing prominence in the software industry.展开更多
Due to their high theoretical capacity and abundant resources,transition metal sulfides are regarded as a prospering alternative to replace the commercial graphite anode in lithium-ion batteries(LIBs),particularly for...Due to their high theoretical capacity and abundant resources,transition metal sulfides are regarded as a prospering alternative to replace the commercial graphite anode in lithium-ion batteries(LIBs),particularly for large-scale energy storage and conversion applications.Nonetheless,low conductivity,easy agglomeration and obvious volume change greatly impede their practical application.In this work,a novel crystalline/non-crystalline carbon co-modified strategy is proposed to fabricate N,S co-doped carbon(NSC)layer wrapped Fe_(0.95)S_(1.05)/carbon nanotubes(CNTs)composite(Fe_(0.95)S_(1.05)/CNTs@NSC)through a simple Fenton reaction followed by a sulfurization process.Systematical characterizations and analyses reveal that this strategy well combines the advantages of crystalline CNTs and non-crystalline NSC,ensuring good conductivity and a high contribution to capacity from the carbon matrix.Meanwhile,the joint encapsulation of Fe_(0.95)S_(1.05)by both CNTs and NSC can significantly mitigate the agglomeration and volume change of Fe_(0.95)S_(1.05)during the continuous charge/discharge process.Benefiting from these advantageous features,the resultant Fe_(0.95)S_(1.05)/CNTs@NSC composite displays much improved cycling stability and rate capability when compared to the counterparts.Clearly,our research offers a distinct and innovative approach to design and construct advanced transition metal sulfides/carbon composite anodes for LIBs.展开更多
The development of high-performance transition metal sulfide(TMS)/carbon composites to replace conventional graphite anode remains a critical challenge for advancing lithium-ion batteries(LIBs).In this study,a facile ...The development of high-performance transition metal sulfide(TMS)/carbon composites to replace conventional graphite anode remains a critical challenge for advancing lithium-ion batteries(LIBs).In this study,a facile self-sacrifice template method is developed to prepare FeS encapsulated into N,S co-doped carbon(FeS/NSC)composite using melamine-cyanuric acid(MCA)supermolecule as a multifunctional template precursor.The function of MCA supermolecule for material synthesis is explored,revealing its special function as a dispersant,dopant and pore-forming agent.Furthermore,the effect of Fe source dosage on the morphology,structure and composition of the final products is explored.The resultant FeS/NSC-0.1(where 0.1 represents the mass of added Fe source)exhibits the most optimal proportion,characterized by a good dispersion status of FeS within the NSC matrix,effective N,S co-doping and ample porosity.Benefiting from these merits,the FeS/NSC-0.1 anode demonstrates significantly improved cycling stability and rate capability when compared to the counterparts.Undoubtedly,this work offers a universal method to produce advanced transition metal sulfide/carbon composite electrodes for energy storage and conversion systems.展开更多
Nowadays buildings contain innovative materials,materials from local resources,production surpluses and rapidly renewable natural resources.Phase Change Materials(PCM)are one such group of novel materials which reduce...Nowadays buildings contain innovative materials,materials from local resources,production surpluses and rapidly renewable natural resources.Phase Change Materials(PCM)are one such group of novel materials which reduce building energy consumption.With the wider availability of microencapsulated PCM,there is an opportunity to develop a new type of insulating materials,combinate PCM with traditional insulation materials for latent heat energy storage.These materials are typically flammable and are located on the interior wall finishing yet there has been no detailed assessment of their fire performance.In this research work prototypes of low-density insulating boards for indoor spaces from hemp shives using carbamide resin binder and cold pressing were studied.Bench-scale cone calorimeter tests were conducted to evaluate fire risk,with a focus on assessing material flammability properties and the influence of PCM on the results.In this research,the amount of smoke,heat release rate,effective heat of combustion,specific extinction coefficient,mass loss,carbon dioxide yield,specific loss factor,ignition time of hemp straws samples and samples of hemp straws with 10%and without PCM admixture were compared.There is a risk of flammability for PCM and their fire reaction has not been evaluated when incorporating PCM into interior wall finishing boards.The obtained results can be used by designers to balance the potential energy savings of using PCM with a more complete understanding and predictability of the associated fire risk when using the proposed boards.It also allows for appropriate risk mitigation strategies.展开更多
Printed micro-supercapacitors(MSCs)have shown broad prospect in flexible and wearable electronics.Most of previous studies focused on printing the electrochemically active materials paying less attention to other key ...Printed micro-supercapacitors(MSCs)have shown broad prospect in flexible and wearable electronics.Most of previous studies focused on printing the electrochemically active materials paying less attention to other key components like current collectors and electrolytes.This study presents an allprinting strategy to fabricate in-plane flexible and substrate-free MSCs with hierarchical encapsulation.This new type of“all-in-one”MSC is constructed by encapsulating the in-plane interdigital current collectors and electrodes within the polyvinyl-alcohol-based hydrogel electrolyte via sequential printing.The bottom electrolyte layer of this fully printed MSCs helps protect the device from the limitation of conventional substrate,showing excellent flexibility.The MSCs maintain a high capacitance retention of 96.84%even in a completely folded state.An optimal electrochemical performance can be achieved by providing ample and shorter transport paths for ions.The MSCs using commercial activated carbon as the active material are endowed with a high specific areal capacitance of 1892.90 mF cm^(-2)at a current density of 0.3 mA cm^(-2),and an outstanding volumetric energy density of 9.20 mWh cm^(-3)at a volumetric power density of 6.89 mW cm^(-3).For demonstration,a thermo-hygrometer is stably powered by five MSCs which are connected in series and wrapped onto a glass rod.This low-cost and versatile all-printing strategy is believed to diversify the application fields of MSCs with high capacitance and excellent flexibility.展开更多
文摘Naturally degradable capsule provides a platform for sustained fragrance release.However,practical challenges such as low encapsulation efficiency and difficulty in sustained release are still limited in using fragranceloaded capsules.In this work,the natural materials sodium alginate and gelatine are dissolved and act as the aqueous phase,lavender is dissolved in caprylic/capric triglyceride(GTCC)as the oil phase,and SiO_(2) nanoparticles with neutralwettability as a solid emulsifier to form O/W Pickering emulsions simultaneously.Finally,multi-core capsules are prepared using the drop injection method with emulsions as templates.The results show that the capsules have been successfully prepared with a spherical morphology and multi-core structure,and the encapsulation rate of multi-core capsules can reach up to 99.6%.In addition,the multi-core capsules possess desirable sustained release performance,the cumulative sustained release rate of fragrance at 25℃over 49 days is only 32.5%.It is attributed to the significant protection of multi-core structure,Pickering emulsion nanoparticle membranes,and hydrogel network shell for encapsulated fragrance.This study is designed to deliver a new strategy for using sustained-release technology with fragrance in food,cosmetics,textiles,and other fields.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(82172114)the"Challenge and Response"project for key and common technology research of Hefei(GJ2022SH08).
文摘Cryopreservation is a fundamental technology in biomedical research,regenerative medicine,and tissue engineering,enabling the long-term storage of cells,tissues,and organs.However,its effectiveness is limited by challenges such as intracellular ice formation,cryoprotectant toxicity,and reduced post-thaw viability.This review explores the crucial role of encapsulation in enhancing cryopreservation efficiency,with a focus on recent advances in materials science,bioengineering,and cryobiology.Emerging technologies,such as nanotechnology and stimuli-responsive polymers,are transforming encapsulation strategies.Innovations such as microfluidic systems offer precise control over cooling rates and cryoprotectant distribution,thereby mitigating conventional limitations.The review also addresses current obstacles related to scaling up encapsulation processes and ensuring the long-term biocompatibility and stability of preserved specimens.By synthesizing recent findings,this work provides a comprehensive resource for researchers and clinicians seeking to enhance biopreservation techniques and their applications in contemporary medicine and biotechnology.Finally,the review identifies critical knowledge gaps that must be addressed to improve the efficacy of cryopreservation strategies and advance their clinical translation.
基金support by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52473225)the Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation(No.2023A1515110262)。
文摘Many azo compounds and their intermediates are toxic and have been linked to various health issues,representing a growing global problem.Molecular engineering for selective encapsulation of azobenzene compounds is critical,given their significant use in smart materials and prevalence as environmental micropollutants released from the food and dye industries.However,the current host molecules catering to azobenzene compounds are mainly limited to cyclodextrins,pillar[n]arenes and cucurbit[n]urils,demonstrating a moderate affinity.This report describes that a novel 3,3'-bipyridinium-based cyclophane was capable of encapsulating anionic azobenzene compounds in water with high binding affinity and pH stability through electrostatic attraction-enhanced mechanism,surpassing the extensively reported supramolecular systems.1D&2D NMR experiments,UV-vis spectrum,X-ray crystallography and computational modeling were carried out to understand the host-vip complexation.It's worth noting that the tetracationic cyclophane exhibited good selective and anti-interference encapsulation properties in binary,ternary and seawater systems.Furthermore,upon UV/white light irradiation,the reversible conversion between(E)-4,4'-azobisbenzoate and(Z)-4,4'-azobisbenzoate triggers the dissociation/recomplexation of the host-vip complex within 3 min.This reversible photo-switchable(E)-disodium 4,4'-azobisbenzoateBPy-Box^(4+)supramolecular system holds promise for designing novel materials for extraction/release of azo compounds and other small smart materials.
文摘Guava(Psidium guajava L.),a plant belonging to the Myrtaceae family,holds significant medicinal and nutritional values.Leaves of the plant are described to be elliptical with a dark green color and are utilized in the treatment of gastrointestinal and respiratory issues along with increasing the platelet count in patients suffering from dengue.In this review paper,the nutritional composition and bioactive compounds of guava leaves,including proteins,vitamins,minerals,and polysaccharides,have been reviewed.The methods of extraction of bioactive compounds from guava leaves and their bioactivities,including antioxidant,anti-diabetic,and anti-cancer potential,have been explored.Further,encapsulation techniques for improving the transport of bioactive compounds and living cells into foods have been studied.The application of guava leaves in different food systems such as herbal tea,pork sausage,chocolates,jelly,meals for chickens,functional beverages,and as antibacterial agents in food preservatives has also been investigated.The findings of this review illustrated that the phytochemicals present in guava leaves showed excellent antimicrobial and antioxidant properties.Encapsulation appears to be a promising technique for improving the stability,bioavailability,and controlled release of bioactive chemicals extracted from guava leaves.Different methods for the encapsulation of bioactive compounds employed and applied in distinct food systems showed preservation of phytochemicals,improved bioactivities,and nutritional values.Overall,this review paper demonstrated how guava leaves,an abundant source of bioactive compounds,can be used as a multipurpose component to create functional foods,edible coatings,and active packaging to enhance the nutritional,antioxidant,and antimicrobial properties of various food systems that have qualities that promote health.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.51976092)。
文摘High-temperature phase change materials(PCMs)have attracted significant attention in the field of thermal energy storage due to their ability to store and release large amounts of heat within a small temperature fluctuation range.However,their practical application is limited due to problems such as leakage,corrosion,and volume changes at high temperatures.Recent research has shown that macroencapsulation technology holds promise in addressing these issues.This paper focuses on the macroencapsulation technology of high-temperature PCMs,starting with a review of the classification and development history of high-temperature macroencapsulatd PCMs.Four major encapsulation strategies,including electroplating method,solid/liquid filling method,sacrificial material method,and powder compaction into sphere method,are then summarized.The methods for effectively addressing issues such as corrosion,leakage,supercooling,and phase separation in PCMs are analyzed,along with approaches for improving the heat transfer performance,mechanical strength,and thermal cycling stability of macrocapsules.Subsequently,the structure and packing arrangement optimization of macrocapsules in thermal storage systems is discussed in detail.Finally,after comparing the performance of various encapsulation strategies and summarizing existing issues,the current technical challenges,improvement methods,and future development directions are proposed.More attention should be given to utilizing AI technology and reinforcement learning to reveal the multiphysics-coupled heat and mass transfer mechanisms in macrocapsule applications,as well as to optimize material selection and encapsulation parameters,thereby enhancing the overall efficiency of thermal storage systems.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant No.2022YFB3808800,Dake Xu)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.U2006219(Dake Xu),52301081(Xiangyu Li))+4 种基金the National Postdoctoral Program for Innovative Talents(Grant No.BX20220059,Xiangyu Li)the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(Grant No.2022M720677,Xiangyu Li)the Liaoning Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.2023-BS-052,Xiangyu Li)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(Grant No.N2302015,Xiangyu Li)the State Key Laboratory of Marine Coatings Funded Project(Grant No.2024020800027,Xiangyu Li).
文摘Surface-adhering biofilms contribute significantly to irreversible biofouling and corrosion,presenting a multi-trillion-dollar annual problem in public health and industry.Strategies employing antibacterial elements are emerging to fabricate multifunctional coatings that effectively combat such microbially produced damage.However,rapid,reliable,and robust surface engineering remains challenging due to stability limitations and intricate anti-biofilm additive dynamics.Herein,a silver-capsule-conjugated polyurethane coating with high stability and antimicrobial efficacy in a cooperative manner is developed through controlled supramolecular self-assembly.Polyvinylpyrrolidone(PVP)-mediated molecule entanglement breaks through the incompatibility between polymeric components and nanomaterials,strengthening the dispersion and fixation of encapsulated silver nanoparticles.The facilitation and control of the nanoscale interfacial binding significantly suppresses the aggregation of inorganic nanoparticles and consequent microcracks development,giving rise to mechanical robustness and thermal stability of the hybrid coating under extreme conditions.A synergistic combination of exposed residues,electrostatic,and coordination interactions could readily integrate the resultant coating on virtually arbitrary material sur-faces.This composite coating exhibits broad-spectrum and high bactericidal efficiencies of 99.99% against Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli,as well as excellent biofilm formation suppression.Moreover,our coating has robust resistance to microbial-influenced corrosion(MIC)and can even endure 720 h of salt spray.This study deciphers a general code for creating stable and durable nanohybrid coatings to mitigate microbially related risks.
基金supported by the National Science Foundation (NSF) of China (No. 51773010)the Weifang Science and Technology Development Plan Program (No. 2023GX005)。
文摘Polyphosphazene with phenoxy or 4-ester phenoxy as pendent groups are demonstrated as both ligands and host matrices for CsPbBr_(3) perovskite nanocrystals(NCs). These polymers produced fiexible nanocomposite films with excellent NCs dispersion, optical transparency and stability in various extreme conditions. Both films remained stable even after 30 days of air storage. CsPbBr_(3) /poly[bis(phenoxy phosphazene)](PBPP) delivered better air and light stability, and CsPbBr_(3) /poly[bis(4-esterphenoxy)phosphazene](PBEPP) exhibited superior water and heat resistance. CsPbBr_(3) /PBEPP showed a greater increase in fiuorescence intensity under 365 nm UV light and demonstrated a 10% luminescence increase after 96 h of water immersion and even at high temperature(150℃). These findings thus provide new insight into fiexible luminescent CsPbBr_(3) films with high stability in optoelectronic applications.
基金financial support from projects of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.22104159,22174164)Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation(Nos.2023A1515011632,2024B1515020070)。
文摘Hydrogen-bonded framework(HOF) offers an attractive platform to encapsulate enzymes and stabilize their conformation,due to the advantages of mild synthesis conditions,tailorable pore structure,and backbone biocompatibility.However,the efficiency of this HOF approach relies on the interfacial interactions between enzyme vip and the ligand precursors,limiting its adaptability to enzymes with varying surface chemistry property.In this study,we report a site-specific surface modification strategy to positively tailor the enzyme surface charge,facilitating the biomimetic encapsulation of enzymes within HOF in situ.Both experimental results and computational simulation reveal that site-specific amination of enzyme surface's acidic residues contributes to the interfacial accumulation of carboxylic ligand precursors in aqueous solutions via synergistic electrostatic and hydrogen bonding interactions.This substantially facilitates the in situ growth of porous HOF surrounding the aminated enzyme biotemplates,with up to 100% enzyme loading efficiency.The resultant hydrogen-bonded biohybrid framework(HBF) retains high biocatalytic functions while exhibiting exceptional stability under harsh conditions.By leveraging the marked catalytic activity of GOx-NH_(2)@HBF-1 and a H_(2)O_(2)-sensitive QD,a highly sensitive glucose fluorescence sensor is fabricated with a wide linear range(5-2000 μmol/L) and a low quantification limit of 5 μmol/L.This work presents a simple yet effective enzyme surface engineering approach for integrating enzyme into HOF,opening new avenues for the construction of multifunctional HOF biocomposites.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(52302039,52301043)the Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation(2022A1515110676)+2 种基金the Shenzhen Science and Technology Program(JCYJ20220531095404009,RCBS20221008093057027,GXWD20231129113217001)the Postdoctoral Research Startup Expenses of Shenzhen(NA25501001)the Shenzhen Introduce High-Level Talents and Scientific Research Start-up Founds(NA11409005)。
文摘Graphene encapsulation has been shown to be an effective technique for improving the corrosion resistance of non-noble metal catalysts for the acidic water electrolysis.The key challenge lies in enhancing the electrocatalytic activity of graphene-encapsulated metals while maintaining their durability in acidic media.Herein,an electron-transfer-tuning strategy is investigated at the graphene/NiMo interface,aiming to improve the hydrogen evolution reaction(HER)performance of graphene-encapsulated NiMo catalysts.The doping of Ti,a low electronegativity element,into NiMo substrate was confirmed to increase electron transfer from the metal core toward the graphene.The electron-rich state on graphene facilitates the adsorption of positively charged protons on graphene,thereby enabling a Pt/C-comparable performance in 0.5 M H_(2)SO_(4),with only a 3.8%degradation in performance over a 120-h continuous test.The proton exchange membrane(PEM)water electrolyzer assembled by the N-doped grapheneencapsulated Ti-doped NiMo exhibits a smaller cell voltage to achieve a current density of 2.0 A cm^(-2),in comparison to the Pt/C based counterpart.This study proposes a novel electron-transfer-tuning strategy to improve the HER activity of graphene-encapsulated non-noble metal catalysts without sacrificing durability in acidic electrolytes.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(32060520)Science and Technology Talents and Platform Program of Yunnan Province(202105AF150049)University Key Laboratory of Food Microbial Resources and Utilization in Yunnan Province(Yunjiaofa[2018]No.135).
文摘In order to ensure food safety,controlling foodborne pathogen contamination is of utmost importance.Growing apprehensions regarding the safety of synthetic antimicrobials,due to their adverse health effects,have prompted a search for alternative options.Plant natural products(PNPs)with antimicrobial activity are being explored as a viable alternative.Among the various antimicrobial natural products studied,plant essential oils,plant flavonoids,plant polyphenols,plant polysaccharides,and plant antimicrobial peptides have been identified as potential candidates.PNPs demonstrate a diverse array of antimicrobial mechanisms,encompassing cell wall and membrane damage,interference with genetic replication,disruption of energy metabolism,and induction of oxidative stress at the single-cell level,as well as inhibition of biofilm formation and quorum sensing at the population level.Certain PNPs have been harnessed as natural antimicrobial agents for the food preservation.The utilization of encapsulation technology proves to be an effective strategy in protecting PNPs,thereby ensuring good antimicrobial efficacy,enhanced dispersibility,and controlled release within food products.The utilization of nanoemulsions,nanoliposomes,edible packaging,electrospun nanofibers,and microcapsules formed by encapsulation has enriched the ways in which PNPs can be applied in food preservation.Although PNPs have great potential in food preservation,their widespread application in the food industry is currently constrained by factors such as production costs,safety concerns,and legal considerations.Chemical synthesis and biosynthesis pathways offer viable strategies for reducing the cost of producing PNPs,and ongoing efforts to assess safety and improve regulatory frameworks are likely to facilitate the broader adoption of PNPs in food preservation practices.This article provides an overview of the main types of PNPs with antimicrobial activity and their properties,focusing on their mechanisms of action.Additionally,it summarizes the use of PNPs in food preservation and discusses the characteristics and applications of different encapsulation technologies.Lastly,the paper briefly analyzes current limitations and proposes potential future trends for this field.
文摘BACKGROUND Sclerosing encapsulating peritonitis(SEP),also known as abdominal cocoon syndrome,is rare in children.The etiology of primary SEP is believed to be associated with retrograde menstruation or viral peritonitis in young adolescent girls,whereas secondary SEP refers to SEP caused by other factors such as surgery,peritoneal dialysis,or tuberculosis.Secondary SEP is rare and lack diagnostic specificity in children.Given the potential to cause acute intestinal obstruction,surgical intervention is often required.CASE SUMMARY We report the case of a 10-year-old girl with secondary SEP who was admitted to our center with acute bowel obstruction.CONCLUSION In this report,we emphasized the imaging manifestations,diagnosis,and operative management of the case.Although postoperative SEP in children is rare,the long-term prognosis is favorable when accompanied with accurate diagnosis,appropriate perioperative management,and timely follow-up.
基金funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(32001676)the Young Elite Scientists Sponsorship Program by China Association for Science and Technology(CAST)(2022QNRC001).
文摘The prevalence of iron deficiency anemia(IDA)remains high in infants,resulting in growth retardation,neurodevelopmental impairment,immunodeficiency and other irreversible injuries.Efficient and safe iron supplementation for infants has been the goal of recent research.This study aims to investigate the effect of encapsulated ferric pyrophosphate(FePP)on intestinal inflammation and gut microbiota in IDA suckling rats.Newborn Sprague-Dawley rats were gavaged with low and high doses of FePP and FeSO4(2 and 10 mg Fe/kg BW,respectively)during postnatal days 2-14,while the Ctrl group was gavaged with saline.Results showed that FePP supplementation was as effective as FeSO4 in promoting growth,alleviating anemia and restoring body iron levels.Both low and high doses of FePP could significantly down-regulate the expression of pro inflammatory cytokines in the colon to the level similar to that in the Ctrl group(P>0.05).However,the high dose of FeSO4 did not show a down-regulation effect.Compared with the Ctrl group,IDA caused a disturbance of gut microbiota composition in suckling rats,and FePP could restore this dysbiosis.Besides,FePP was more beneficial than FeSO4 in increasing the abundance of beneficial bacteria such as Bacteroides and Akkermansia.Spearman’s correlation analysis showed a correlation between gut microbiota and biochemical indicators such as iron status,pro-inflammatory cytokine expression,and oxidative stress level.Overall,these findings suggested that FePP could effectively improve IDA,and is more effective than FeSO4 in alleviating intestinal inflammation and regulating gut microbiota,which provides a basis for the application of new iron fortificant in infant formula.
基金supported by the Innovation Foundation for Doctor Dissertation of Northwestern Polytechnical University(Grant No.CX2021006)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.91860203,51727804,and 52130205)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(Grant No.3102019TS0409).
文摘Herein,nanosized Hf_(6)Ta_(2)O_(17) encapsulated graphite flakes were firstly constructed using the sol-gel method,then deposited on the surface of carbon/carbon(C/C)composites by plasma spraying technique to prolong their service span in critical environments.Nanoindentation results affirmed the active influ-ence of graphite flakes on elevating the toughness of the Hf_(6)Ta_(2)O_(17) coating.Besides,after being exposed to the oxyacetylene torch with a peak temperature of about 2000℃,the sample achieved near zero ab-lation(0.06 mg/s),meanwhile its porosity and mass ablation rate showed 39.5%and 60.0%reduction when compared to pure Hf_(6)Ta_(2)O_(17) sample.During exposure,the external Hf_(6)Ta_(2)O_(17) served as an oxy-gen barrier for internal graphite flakes,inversely internal graphite flakes provided a“pinning”effect on external Hf_(6)Ta_(2)O_(17),which accounted for its exceptional ablation performance.This work offers a new insight into the design of surface modification of C/C composites and other high-temperature structural materials.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(22238002 and 22208047)the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(2024T170086 and 2022M720639)+1 种基金the Research and Innovation Team Project of Dalian University of Technology(DUT2022TB10)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(DUT22LAB610)。
文摘Despite the ongoing increase in the efficiency of perovskite solar cells(PSCs),residual lead iodide(PbI2and moisture sensitivity issues continue to constrain their further commercialization.Herein,we propose a thermally mediated in situ repair and encapsulation strategy to construct high-performance PSCs by incorporating piperazine thioctic acid salt(TAPPZ)as a dopant into the perovskite precursor Thermally dissociated piperazine(PPZ)from TAPPZ integrates microcrystals to form larger grain(>2000 nm),while the carboxylic acid in thioctic acid(TA)and the amine salt in TAPPZ synergistically passivate and transform PbI_(2),significantly reducing its residual amount.Additionally,TAPPZ undergoe thermal self-crosslinking during perovskite annealing,enabling melt-polymerization to form in situ encapsulation for enhanced water resistance.The TAPPZ-incorporated device achieves a remarkable efficiency of 25.65% and exhibits excellent operational stability,retaining over 90% of its initial efficiency after 2000 h under ambient conditions(20-30℃,20%-30% relative humidity).This study provide new insights into the construction of high-performance perovskite solar cells by designing and synthe sizing multifunctional single molecules for in situ repair and encapsulation of perovskites.
基金funding from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.52306214,52425601,and 52276074)the Shanghai Chenguang Plan Program(Grant No.22CGA78)the National Key Research and the Development Program of China(Grant No.2023YFB4404104)。
文摘Phase change thermal interface materials(PC-TIMs)have emerged as a promising solution to address the increasing thermal management challenges in electronic devices.This is attributed to their dual mechanisms of latent heat absorption and phase change-induced interfacial wettability.This review explores the fundamental principles,material innovations,and diverse applications of PC-TIMs.The heat transfer enhancement mechanisms are first underlined with key factors such as thermal carrier mismatch at the microscale and contact geometry at the macroscale,emphasizing the importance of material selection and design for optimizing thermal performance.Section 2 focuses on corresponding experimental approaches provided,including intrinsic thermal conductivity improvements and interfacial heat transfer optimization.Section 3 discusses common methods such as physical adsorption via porous materials,chain-crosslinked network designs,and core-shell structures,and their effects on leakage prevention,heat transfer enhancement,and application flexibility.Furthermore,the extended applications of PC-TIMs in thermal energy storage are explored in Section 4,suggesting their potential in diverse technological fields.The current challenges in interfacial heat transfer research and the prospect of PC-TIMs are also discussed.The data-driven machine learning technologies will play an increasingly important role in addressing material development and performance prediction.
文摘Microservices have revolutionized traditional software architecture. While monolithic designs continue to be common, particularly in legacy applications, there is a growing trend towards the modularity, independent deployability, and flexibility offered by microservices, which is further enhanced by developments in cloud technology. This shift towards microservice architecture meets the modern business need for agility, facilitating rapid adaptability in a competitive landscape. Microservices offer an agile framework and, in many cases, can simplify the development process, though the implementation can vary and sometimes introduce complexities. Unlike monolithic systems, which can be cumbersome to modify, microservices enable quicker adjustments and faster deployment times, essential in today’s dynamic environment. This article delves into the essence of microservices and explores their growing prominence in the software industry.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.51804116)the Science Technology Talents Lifting Project of Hunan Province(No.2022TJ–N16)+3 种基金the Natural Science Foundation of Hunan Province(No.2024JJ4022,2023JJ30277)the China Postdoctoral Fellowship Program(GZC20233205)the Science and Technology Innovation Program of Hunan Province(No.2022RC3037)the National Innovation and Entrepreneurship Training Program for College Students(No.S202410543035).
文摘Due to their high theoretical capacity and abundant resources,transition metal sulfides are regarded as a prospering alternative to replace the commercial graphite anode in lithium-ion batteries(LIBs),particularly for large-scale energy storage and conversion applications.Nonetheless,low conductivity,easy agglomeration and obvious volume change greatly impede their practical application.In this work,a novel crystalline/non-crystalline carbon co-modified strategy is proposed to fabricate N,S co-doped carbon(NSC)layer wrapped Fe_(0.95)S_(1.05)/carbon nanotubes(CNTs)composite(Fe_(0.95)S_(1.05)/CNTs@NSC)through a simple Fenton reaction followed by a sulfurization process.Systematical characterizations and analyses reveal that this strategy well combines the advantages of crystalline CNTs and non-crystalline NSC,ensuring good conductivity and a high contribution to capacity from the carbon matrix.Meanwhile,the joint encapsulation of Fe_(0.95)S_(1.05)by both CNTs and NSC can significantly mitigate the agglomeration and volume change of Fe_(0.95)S_(1.05)during the continuous charge/discharge process.Benefiting from these advantageous features,the resultant Fe_(0.95)S_(1.05)/CNTs@NSC composite displays much improved cycling stability and rate capability when compared to the counterparts.Clearly,our research offers a distinct and innovative approach to design and construct advanced transition metal sulfides/carbon composite anodes for LIBs.
基金supported by the Science Technology Talents Lifting Project of Hunan Province(No.2022TJ-N16)the Natural Science Foundation of Hunan Province(Nos.2024JJ4022,2023JJ30277,2025JJ60382)+3 种基金the China Postdoctoral Fellowship Program(GZC20233205)the Scientifc Research Fund of Hunan Provincial Education Department,China(No.24B0270)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.32201646)the Key Project of Jiangxi Provincial Research and Development Program(No.20243BBI91001).
文摘The development of high-performance transition metal sulfide(TMS)/carbon composites to replace conventional graphite anode remains a critical challenge for advancing lithium-ion batteries(LIBs).In this study,a facile self-sacrifice template method is developed to prepare FeS encapsulated into N,S co-doped carbon(FeS/NSC)composite using melamine-cyanuric acid(MCA)supermolecule as a multifunctional template precursor.The function of MCA supermolecule for material synthesis is explored,revealing its special function as a dispersant,dopant and pore-forming agent.Furthermore,the effect of Fe source dosage on the morphology,structure and composition of the final products is explored.The resultant FeS/NSC-0.1(where 0.1 represents the mass of added Fe source)exhibits the most optimal proportion,characterized by a good dispersion status of FeS within the NSC matrix,effective N,S co-doping and ample porosity.Benefiting from these merits,the FeS/NSC-0.1 anode demonstrates significantly improved cycling stability and rate capability when compared to the counterparts.Undoubtedly,this work offers a universal method to produce advanced transition metal sulfide/carbon composite electrodes for energy storage and conversion systems.
基金supported by the European Regional Development Fund Postdoctoral Research Support“Structures and Technology Development of Smart Insulation Materials for Indoor Microclimate Regulation”1.1.1.2/VIAA/1/16/152the European Social Fund within the Project“Development of the Academic Personnel of Riga Technical University in the Strategic Fields of Specialization”Nr.8.2.2.0/18/A/017.
文摘Nowadays buildings contain innovative materials,materials from local resources,production surpluses and rapidly renewable natural resources.Phase Change Materials(PCM)are one such group of novel materials which reduce building energy consumption.With the wider availability of microencapsulated PCM,there is an opportunity to develop a new type of insulating materials,combinate PCM with traditional insulation materials for latent heat energy storage.These materials are typically flammable and are located on the interior wall finishing yet there has been no detailed assessment of their fire performance.In this research work prototypes of low-density insulating boards for indoor spaces from hemp shives using carbamide resin binder and cold pressing were studied.Bench-scale cone calorimeter tests were conducted to evaluate fire risk,with a focus on assessing material flammability properties and the influence of PCM on the results.In this research,the amount of smoke,heat release rate,effective heat of combustion,specific extinction coefficient,mass loss,carbon dioxide yield,specific loss factor,ignition time of hemp straws samples and samples of hemp straws with 10%and without PCM admixture were compared.There is a risk of flammability for PCM and their fire reaction has not been evaluated when incorporating PCM into interior wall finishing boards.The obtained results can be used by designers to balance the potential energy savings of using PCM with a more complete understanding and predictability of the associated fire risk when using the proposed boards.It also allows for appropriate risk mitigation strategies.
基金financially supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.U22A20193 and 51975218)Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(No.2022ZYGXZR101)
文摘Printed micro-supercapacitors(MSCs)have shown broad prospect in flexible and wearable electronics.Most of previous studies focused on printing the electrochemically active materials paying less attention to other key components like current collectors and electrolytes.This study presents an allprinting strategy to fabricate in-plane flexible and substrate-free MSCs with hierarchical encapsulation.This new type of“all-in-one”MSC is constructed by encapsulating the in-plane interdigital current collectors and electrodes within the polyvinyl-alcohol-based hydrogel electrolyte via sequential printing.The bottom electrolyte layer of this fully printed MSCs helps protect the device from the limitation of conventional substrate,showing excellent flexibility.The MSCs maintain a high capacitance retention of 96.84%even in a completely folded state.An optimal electrochemical performance can be achieved by providing ample and shorter transport paths for ions.The MSCs using commercial activated carbon as the active material are endowed with a high specific areal capacitance of 1892.90 mF cm^(-2)at a current density of 0.3 mA cm^(-2),and an outstanding volumetric energy density of 9.20 mWh cm^(-3)at a volumetric power density of 6.89 mW cm^(-3).For demonstration,a thermo-hygrometer is stably powered by five MSCs which are connected in series and wrapped onto a glass rod.This low-cost and versatile all-printing strategy is believed to diversify the application fields of MSCs with high capacitance and excellent flexibility.
