Nuclear magnetic resonance(NMR)spectroscopy is a powerful tool for analyzing molecular structure and composition.However,traditional NMR experiments suffer from long acquisition times,especially in multidimensional NM...Nuclear magnetic resonance(NMR)spectroscopy is a powerful tool for analyzing molecular structure and composition.However,traditional NMR experiments suffer from long acquisition times,especially in multidimensional NMR spectroscopy.This problem,to some extent,limits broader applications of NMR techniques.Various methods have been proposed to accelerate sampling,including non-uniform sampling(NUS),multi-FID acquisition(MFA),Hadamard encoding,Fourier encoding,spatial encoding Ultrafast 2D NMR(UF2DNMR),and so on.The review focuses on rapid sampling methods developed in contemporary China,introducing their fundamental principles and applications while discussing their respective advantages and disadvantages.展开更多
The random distribution of one-dimensional nanofillers in composite polymer electrolytes(CPEs) typically results in tortuous ion transport pathways,severely limiting ionic conductivity and Li^(+) flux uniformity.Herei...The random distribution of one-dimensional nanofillers in composite polymer electrolytes(CPEs) typically results in tortuous ion transport pathways,severely limiting ionic conductivity and Li^(+) flux uniformity.Herein,an innovative electric field-assisted strategy is proposed to construct vertically aligned ion channels in CPEs using lithiated halloysite nano tubes(HNTs-SO_(3)Li)embedded within a polyurethane acrylate/polyethylene glycol diacrylate(PUA/PEGDA) matrix.Under an alternating electric field,the nanotubes orient perpendicularly,forming continuous,low-tortuosity pathways that significantly enhance roomtemperature ionic conductivity.The aligned structure not only shortens Li+transport distances but also homogenizes ion flux at the electrode interface,effectively suppressing lithium dendrite growth.Electrochemical characterization reveals exceptional stability.Three-dimensional structural reconstruction and ion transport simulations further demonstrate that the ordered channels promote uniform Li+distribution and faster ion kinetics compared to disordered systems.This study provides a scalable and efficient approach to designing high-performance CPEs for next-generation solid-state batteries,addressing critical challenges in ionic conductivity,interfacial stability,and dendrite suppression.展开更多
3-dB couplers are key building blocks for on-chip optical switches,optical phased arrays,and photonic computing applications,for the ease of realizing balanced beam splitting and combining.Adiabatic3-dB couplers ensur...3-dB couplers are key building blocks for on-chip optical switches,optical phased arrays,and photonic computing applications,for the ease of realizing balanced beam splitting and combining.Adiabatic3-dB couplers ensure exclusive excitation and propagation of the fundamental eigenmode along the waveguide,characterized by low insertion loss,broad bandwidth,low power imbalance,and resilience to fabrication variations.However,conventional adiabatic designs need to extend the propagation length to achieve broadband performance.In this paper,we overcome such a length-bandwidth trade-off by employing fast quasi-adiabatic(FAQUAD)dynamics in the TFLN 3-dB couplers,thereby accelerating the mode evolution process.Theoretical analysis predicts that the proposed 2×2 FAQUAD 3-dB coupler exhibits an unprecedented operation bandwidth of 350 nm(1285 to 1635 nm)with a FAQUAD taper length of only 88.9μm.Experimental characterization of the fabricated device demonstrates broadband 3-dB power splitting over 165 nm(exceeding the range of the used tunable laser:1470 to 1635 nm),achieving the power imbalance of<0.5 dB and insertion loss of 0.14 dB.Those results establish the foundation for next-generation photonic integrated circuits featuring high efficiency,compact footprint,and ultra-wide bandwidth.展开更多
Achieving extreme fast charging(XFC,-6 C)capability remains a challenge for Li ion batteries in electric vehicle applications.This work employs time-resolved X-ray diffraction(XRD)to investigate the structural evoluti...Achieving extreme fast charging(XFC,-6 C)capability remains a challenge for Li ion batteries in electric vehicle applications.This work employs time-resolved X-ray diffraction(XRD)to investigate the structural evolution and capacity contributions of a series of LiNi_(x)Co_(y)Mn_(z)O_(2)(x+y+z=1,NCM)cathodes under XFC conditions.All NCM cathodes(NCM-92,NCM-83,and NCM-622)deliver -60%of their capacities with less than 2%unit cell volume expansion during the H1-H2 phase transition,but the subsequent H2-H3 phase transition exhibits significant compositional and rate dependence.The NCM-92 cathode shows a maximum d-spacing shrinkage of-5.3%at 6 C,which is larger than that of NCM-83(-4.1%)and NCM-622(-0.05%).Furthermore,NCM-92 follows a“phase heterogeneity”pathway for its structural evolution above 4.2 V,distinct from the“solid-solution”pathway observed in NCM-83 and NCM-622.This phase heterogeneity is evidenced by the splitting of the(003)diffraction peak and a decrease in intensity during the H2-H3 phase transition,indicating the formation of lithium-rich/depleted domains.These findings establish a direct correlation between cathode composition,structural dynamics,and XFC performance,highlighting a critical trade-off between structural stability and fast-charging capability in nickel-rich layered oxides.展开更多
The rapid identification of γ-emitting radionuclides with low activity levels in public areas is crucial for nuclear safety.However,classical methods rely on full-energy peaks in the integral spectrum,requiring suffi...The rapid identification of γ-emitting radionuclides with low activity levels in public areas is crucial for nuclear safety.However,classical methods rely on full-energy peaks in the integral spectrum,requiring sufficient count accumulation for evaluation,thereby limiting response time.The sequential Bayesian approach,which utilizes prior information and considers both photon energies and interarrival times,can significantly enhance the performance of radionuclides identification.This study proposes a theoretical optimization method for the traditional sequential Bayesian approach.Each photon is processed sequentially,and the corresponding posterior probability is updated in real time using a noninformative prior from the Bayesian theory.By comparing the posterior probabilities of the background and radionuclides based on the energy variance and time interval,the type of γ-rays can be identified(background characteristic γ-rays,Compton plateaus γ-rays,or radionuclide-specific characteristic γ-rays).By integrating the information from these multiple characteristic γ-rays,the presence and type of radionuclides were determined based on the final decision function and a set threshold.Based on theoretical research,verification experiments were conducted using a LaBr_(3)(Ce)detector in both low-and natural background radiation environments with typical radionuclides(^(137)Cs,^(60)Co,and ^(133)Ba).The results show that this approach can identify ^(137)Cs in 7.9 s and 8.5 s(source dose rate contribution:approximately 6.5×10^(−3)μGy/h),^(60)Co in 8.1 s and 9.8 s(approximately 4.8×10^(−2)μGy/h),and ^(133)Ba in 4.05 s and 5.99 s(approximately 3.4×10^(−2)μGy/h)under low and natural background radiation,respectively,with a miss rate below 0.01%.This demonstrates the effectiveness of the proposed approach for fast radionuclides identification,even at low activity levels and highlights its potential for enhancing public safety in diverse radiation environments.展开更多
In this paper,a fast step heterodyne light-induced thermoelastic spectroscopy(SH-LITES)sensor using a high-frequency quartz tuning fork(QTF)with resonant frequency of~100 kHz is reported for the first time.The theoret...In this paper,a fast step heterodyne light-induced thermoelastic spectroscopy(SH-LITES)sensor using a high-frequency quartz tuning fork(QTF)with resonant frequency of~100 kHz is reported for the first time.The theoretical principle of heterodyne LITES(H-LITES)signal generation is analyzed firstly,and an acetylene(C_(2)H_(2))H-LITES sensor is established to verify its performance.Experimental comparisons between the high-frequency QTF and a standard commercial QTF with resonant frequency of~32.768 kHz reveal that the high-frequency QTF exhibits a tenfold faster response time.Specifically,the H-LITES sensor with this QTF achieves a 33 ms measurement cycle,90%shorter than commercial counterparts.Furthermore,The SH-LITES technique is proposed to further shorten the scanning time to 15 ms,which achieves the shortest LITES measurement time known to date.To demonstrate its advantages in dynamic gas detection,an H_(2)O-LITES system integrating both QTF types is constructed for real-time monitoring of H_(2)O concentration during different respiration patterns.Comparative measurements show that the SH-LITES more accurately captures dynamic H_(2)O concentration fluctuations during respiration,outperforming the commercial QTF-based H-LITES sensor in rapid response scenarios.展开更多
To address the performance limitations of conventional LiPF6-carbonate electrolytes under extreme temperatures and high-rate charging,lithium difluoro(oxalato)borate(LiDFOB)is introduced into the LiPF6-carbonate elect...To address the performance limitations of conventional LiPF6-carbonate electrolytes under extreme temperatures and high-rate charging,lithium difluoro(oxalato)borate(LiDFOB)is introduced into the LiPF6-carbonate electrolyte to form a dual-salt system.The optimization mechanism enhancing the fast-charging capability of LiNi_(0.52)Co_(0.2)Mn_(0.28)O_(2)(NCM523)cathode is systematically explored.Molecular dynamics simulations and electrochemical characterization demonstrate the reconstruction of Li+solvation structures,expanding the voltage window and reducting Li^(+)desolvation barriers.In addition,the incorporation of LiDFOB induces the generation of a LiF/Li_(x)BO_(y)F_(z)-enriched cathode-electrolyte interphase,which effectively suppresses the dissolution of transition metals.In situ impedance measurements reveal the accelerated interfacial charge transfer kinetics.As expected,the NCM523 cathode achieves an 82%state-of-charge(SOC)in 12 min at 5 C(25°C)with 87%capacity retention after 100 cycles,and exhibits a 65%higher discharge capacity at 1 C than the baseline at−20°C.The 1 Ah pouch cells based on LiNi_(0.52)Co_(0.2)Mn_(0.28)O_(2)cathodes,graphite anodes,and 0.5 wt%LiDFOB-modified electrolyte demonstrate fast-charging capabilities:charging 97%of the pouch cell capacity within 30 min(2 C)and 80%within 15 min(4 C)at 25°C.This study offers a practical electrolyte design strategy that enhances the fast-charging performance of lithium-ion batteries(LIBs)over a wide temperature range(from−20 to 25°C).展开更多
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(grant numbers 22174118,12411530077,and 22374124).
文摘Nuclear magnetic resonance(NMR)spectroscopy is a powerful tool for analyzing molecular structure and composition.However,traditional NMR experiments suffer from long acquisition times,especially in multidimensional NMR spectroscopy.This problem,to some extent,limits broader applications of NMR techniques.Various methods have been proposed to accelerate sampling,including non-uniform sampling(NUS),multi-FID acquisition(MFA),Hadamard encoding,Fourier encoding,spatial encoding Ultrafast 2D NMR(UF2DNMR),and so on.The review focuses on rapid sampling methods developed in contemporary China,introducing their fundamental principles and applications while discussing their respective advantages and disadvantages.
基金the Program of National Key Research and Development of China (No.2022YFB3603702, No. 2023YFC3905301)Hubei Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China (No. 2025AFA025)the Research Fund of Jianghan University (No. 2023KJZX01)。
文摘The random distribution of one-dimensional nanofillers in composite polymer electrolytes(CPEs) typically results in tortuous ion transport pathways,severely limiting ionic conductivity and Li^(+) flux uniformity.Herein,an innovative electric field-assisted strategy is proposed to construct vertically aligned ion channels in CPEs using lithiated halloysite nano tubes(HNTs-SO_(3)Li)embedded within a polyurethane acrylate/polyethylene glycol diacrylate(PUA/PEGDA) matrix.Under an alternating electric field,the nanotubes orient perpendicularly,forming continuous,low-tortuosity pathways that significantly enhance roomtemperature ionic conductivity.The aligned structure not only shortens Li+transport distances but also homogenizes ion flux at the electrode interface,effectively suppressing lithium dendrite growth.Electrochemical characterization reveals exceptional stability.Three-dimensional structural reconstruction and ion transport simulations further demonstrate that the ordered channels promote uniform Li+distribution and faster ion kinetics compared to disordered systems.This study provides a scalable and efficient approach to designing high-performance CPEs for next-generation solid-state batteries,addressing critical challenges in ionic conductivity,interfacial stability,and dendrite suppression.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant No.2024YFB2807903)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.62025502 and 62475050)the Guangdong Introducing Innovative and Entrepreneurial Teams of“The Pearl River Talent Recruitment Program”(Grant No.2021ZT09X044)。
文摘3-dB couplers are key building blocks for on-chip optical switches,optical phased arrays,and photonic computing applications,for the ease of realizing balanced beam splitting and combining.Adiabatic3-dB couplers ensure exclusive excitation and propagation of the fundamental eigenmode along the waveguide,characterized by low insertion loss,broad bandwidth,low power imbalance,and resilience to fabrication variations.However,conventional adiabatic designs need to extend the propagation length to achieve broadband performance.In this paper,we overcome such a length-bandwidth trade-off by employing fast quasi-adiabatic(FAQUAD)dynamics in the TFLN 3-dB couplers,thereby accelerating the mode evolution process.Theoretical analysis predicts that the proposed 2×2 FAQUAD 3-dB coupler exhibits an unprecedented operation bandwidth of 350 nm(1285 to 1635 nm)with a FAQUAD taper length of only 88.9μm.Experimental characterization of the fabricated device demonstrates broadband 3-dB power splitting over 165 nm(exceeding the range of the used tunable laser:1470 to 1635 nm),achieving the power imbalance of<0.5 dB and insertion loss of 0.14 dB.Those results establish the foundation for next-generation photonic integrated circuits featuring high efficiency,compact footprint,and ultra-wide bandwidth.
基金financially supported by Fujian Science&Technology Innovation Laboratory for Energy Devices of China(21C LAB)。
文摘Achieving extreme fast charging(XFC,-6 C)capability remains a challenge for Li ion batteries in electric vehicle applications.This work employs time-resolved X-ray diffraction(XRD)to investigate the structural evolution and capacity contributions of a series of LiNi_(x)Co_(y)Mn_(z)O_(2)(x+y+z=1,NCM)cathodes under XFC conditions.All NCM cathodes(NCM-92,NCM-83,and NCM-622)deliver -60%of their capacities with less than 2%unit cell volume expansion during the H1-H2 phase transition,but the subsequent H2-H3 phase transition exhibits significant compositional and rate dependence.The NCM-92 cathode shows a maximum d-spacing shrinkage of-5.3%at 6 C,which is larger than that of NCM-83(-4.1%)and NCM-622(-0.05%).Furthermore,NCM-92 follows a“phase heterogeneity”pathway for its structural evolution above 4.2 V,distinct from the“solid-solution”pathway observed in NCM-83 and NCM-622.This phase heterogeneity is evidenced by the splitting of the(003)diffraction peak and a decrease in intensity during the H2-H3 phase transition,indicating the formation of lithium-rich/depleted domains.These findings establish a direct correlation between cathode composition,structural dynamics,and XFC performance,highlighting a critical trade-off between structural stability and fast-charging capability in nickel-rich layered oxides.
基金supported by the Program for NIM-Basic Research Business Expenses Key Field Program,China(No.AKYCX2315).
文摘The rapid identification of γ-emitting radionuclides with low activity levels in public areas is crucial for nuclear safety.However,classical methods rely on full-energy peaks in the integral spectrum,requiring sufficient count accumulation for evaluation,thereby limiting response time.The sequential Bayesian approach,which utilizes prior information and considers both photon energies and interarrival times,can significantly enhance the performance of radionuclides identification.This study proposes a theoretical optimization method for the traditional sequential Bayesian approach.Each photon is processed sequentially,and the corresponding posterior probability is updated in real time using a noninformative prior from the Bayesian theory.By comparing the posterior probabilities of the background and radionuclides based on the energy variance and time interval,the type of γ-rays can be identified(background characteristic γ-rays,Compton plateaus γ-rays,or radionuclide-specific characteristic γ-rays).By integrating the information from these multiple characteristic γ-rays,the presence and type of radionuclides were determined based on the final decision function and a set threshold.Based on theoretical research,verification experiments were conducted using a LaBr_(3)(Ce)detector in both low-and natural background radiation environments with typical radionuclides(^(137)Cs,^(60)Co,and ^(133)Ba).The results show that this approach can identify ^(137)Cs in 7.9 s and 8.5 s(source dose rate contribution:approximately 6.5×10^(−3)μGy/h),^(60)Co in 8.1 s and 9.8 s(approximately 4.8×10^(−2)μGy/h),and ^(133)Ba in 4.05 s and 5.99 s(approximately 3.4×10^(−2)μGy/h)under low and natural background radiation,respectively,with a miss rate below 0.01%.This demonstrates the effectiveness of the proposed approach for fast radionuclides identification,even at low activity levels and highlights its potential for enhancing public safety in diverse radiation environments.
基金financial supports from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.62335006,62275065,624B2050,62022032,and 62405078)Open Subject of Hebei Key Laboratory of Advanced Laser Technology and Equipment(HBKL-ALTE2025001)+2 种基金Heilongjiang Postdoctoral Fund(Grant No.LBH-Z23144 and LBH-Z24155)Natural Science Foundation of Heilongjiang Province(Grant No.LH2024F031)China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(Grant No.2024M764172).
文摘In this paper,a fast step heterodyne light-induced thermoelastic spectroscopy(SH-LITES)sensor using a high-frequency quartz tuning fork(QTF)with resonant frequency of~100 kHz is reported for the first time.The theoretical principle of heterodyne LITES(H-LITES)signal generation is analyzed firstly,and an acetylene(C_(2)H_(2))H-LITES sensor is established to verify its performance.Experimental comparisons between the high-frequency QTF and a standard commercial QTF with resonant frequency of~32.768 kHz reveal that the high-frequency QTF exhibits a tenfold faster response time.Specifically,the H-LITES sensor with this QTF achieves a 33 ms measurement cycle,90%shorter than commercial counterparts.Furthermore,The SH-LITES technique is proposed to further shorten the scanning time to 15 ms,which achieves the shortest LITES measurement time known to date.To demonstrate its advantages in dynamic gas detection,an H_(2)O-LITES system integrating both QTF types is constructed for real-time monitoring of H_(2)O concentration during different respiration patterns.Comparative measurements show that the SH-LITES more accurately captures dynamic H_(2)O concentration fluctuations during respiration,outperforming the commercial QTF-based H-LITES sensor in rapid response scenarios.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant No. 52372191)the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant No. 22271106)+2 种基金the National Science Foundation of China (Grant Nos. 52073286 (C.-Z.L.), 22275185 (C.-Z.L.))the Fujian Science&Technology Innovation Laboratory for Optoelectronic Information of China(2021ZZ115 (C.-Z.L.)the XMIREM Autonomously Deployment Project (2023GG01 (C.-Z.L.))
文摘To address the performance limitations of conventional LiPF6-carbonate electrolytes under extreme temperatures and high-rate charging,lithium difluoro(oxalato)borate(LiDFOB)is introduced into the LiPF6-carbonate electrolyte to form a dual-salt system.The optimization mechanism enhancing the fast-charging capability of LiNi_(0.52)Co_(0.2)Mn_(0.28)O_(2)(NCM523)cathode is systematically explored.Molecular dynamics simulations and electrochemical characterization demonstrate the reconstruction of Li+solvation structures,expanding the voltage window and reducting Li^(+)desolvation barriers.In addition,the incorporation of LiDFOB induces the generation of a LiF/Li_(x)BO_(y)F_(z)-enriched cathode-electrolyte interphase,which effectively suppresses the dissolution of transition metals.In situ impedance measurements reveal the accelerated interfacial charge transfer kinetics.As expected,the NCM523 cathode achieves an 82%state-of-charge(SOC)in 12 min at 5 C(25°C)with 87%capacity retention after 100 cycles,and exhibits a 65%higher discharge capacity at 1 C than the baseline at−20°C.The 1 Ah pouch cells based on LiNi_(0.52)Co_(0.2)Mn_(0.28)O_(2)cathodes,graphite anodes,and 0.5 wt%LiDFOB-modified electrolyte demonstrate fast-charging capabilities:charging 97%of the pouch cell capacity within 30 min(2 C)and 80%within 15 min(4 C)at 25°C.This study offers a practical electrolyte design strategy that enhances the fast-charging performance of lithium-ion batteries(LIBs)over a wide temperature range(from−20 to 25°C).
