In this issue, Rowland & Hicks advocate a nomenclature for the four epochs of the Cambrian Period that carries over the terms Early, Middle, and Late Cambrian from previous usage (but with new definitions) and intr...In this issue, Rowland & Hicks advocate a nomenclature for the four epochs of the Cambrian Period that carries over the terms Early, Middle, and Late Cambrian from previous usage (but with new definitions) and introduces a non-geographically-based term, Ichnocambrian, for the earliest Cambrian epoch. The terms Lower/Early, Middle, and Late/Upper Cambrian are confusing because they connote the second, third, and fourth epochs/series of the period/system, and because each is defined in a way that is different from traditional definitions of those intervals. The use of these terms will ultimately lead to confusion between older concepts of Early, Middle, and Late Cambrian and newer, refined concepts of the epochs. The philosophy of the International Subcommission on Cambrian Stratigraphy for establishing a clear subdivision of the Cambrian on a global scale is unambiguous: stratigraphic terms previously in use lack global applicability and should not be adopted as chronostratigraphic/geochronologic units in the developing global stratigraphic chart of the Cambrian. Moreover, all series and stage names should be GSSP (stratotype section)-based.展开更多
The Holocene is probably the most intensively studied series/epoch within the geological record,and embodies a wide array of geomorphological,climatic,biotic and archaeological evidence;yet little attention has hither...The Holocene is probably the most intensively studied series/epoch within the geological record,and embodies a wide array of geomorphological,climatic,biotic and archaeological evidence;yet little attention has hitherto been paid to a formal subdivision of this series/epoch.Here we report a tripartite division of the Holocene into the Greenlandian,Northgrippian and Meghalayan stages/ages and their corresponding Lower/Early,Middle,Upper/Late subseries/subepochs,each supported by a Global Boundary Stratotype Section and Point(GSSP).The GSSP for the lowermost stage,the Greenlandian,is that of the Holocene as previously defined in the NGRIP2 Greenland ice core,and dated at 11,700 yr b2k(before 2000 CE).The GSSP for the Northgrippian is in the NGRIP1 Greenland ice core,and dated at 8236 yr b2k,whereas that for the Meghalayan is located in a speleothem from Mawmluh Cave,Meghalaya,northeast India with a date of 4250 yr b2k.The proposal on which this subdivision is based was submitted by the Subcommission on Quaternary Stratigraphy,approved by the International Commission on Stratigraphy,and formally ratified by the Executive Committee of the International Union of Geological Sciences on 14th June 2018.展开更多
1 Introduction Stratigraphy,placing the sequence of events in Earth history into order,is a fundamental part of the geosciences.Traditionally the starting point is a regional stratigraphy,based on lithological,mappabl...1 Introduction Stratigraphy,placing the sequence of events in Earth history into order,is a fundamental part of the geosciences.Traditionally the starting point is a regional stratigraphy,based on lithological,mappable units,correlated by fossils with local,regional and global chronostratigraphical schemes.Chronostratigraphic units were traditionally defined on their fossil content,as essentially unit stratotypes.But,commonly there were no clear boundaries.展开更多
The Meishan Section of Changxing County, Zhejiang Province, China and the base of its Bed 27c,in which Hindeodus parvus first occurs, are recommended as the GSSP of Permian-Triassic boundary (PTB).The present paper in...The Meishan Section of Changxing County, Zhejiang Province, China and the base of its Bed 27c,in which Hindeodus parvus first occurs, are recommended as the GSSP of Permian-Triassic boundary (PTB).The present paper introduces a description of the section. Biostratigraphic correlation with other famous sections shows the completeness of this section and justifies choice of H. Parvus as the index fossil. Chemostratigraphic investigation provides the δ ̄13C excursion and the moderate but inconsistent Ir spike as auxiliary symbols for the PTB. This boundary is closely related to transgression,anoxia,volcanism,mass extinction and possible impact events which can be correlated with those in South China and other parts of the world .展开更多
Sequence boundary is studied in detail in reference to the Permian Guadalupian Lopingian boundary, based on high resolution correlation of conodont zones. A conceptual synchronous stratigraphic boundary, corresponding...Sequence boundary is studied in detail in reference to the Permian Guadalupian Lopingian boundary, based on high resolution correlation of conodont zones. A conceptual synchronous stratigraphic boundary, corresponding to the age of the sequence boundary dated in the conformable portion of the sequence boundary, is defined as the sequence chronostratigraphic boundary (SCB). The sequence boundary is proved to be dual in nature in regards to tin-synchrony and diachroneity of stratigraphic boundaries. The merits of the sequence boundary in stratigraphic subdivision, correlation and classification are elucidated in comparison with the lithostratigraphic boundary, the biostratigraphic boundary and the traditional approach of the global stratotype section and point (GSSP ). By integrating the virtues of the sequence boundary and the GSSP, it is proposed that the GSSP should be established in the conformable portion of the related sequence boundary. The boundary established in light of this approach is defined as the best natural boundary. The analysis of the sequence boundary leads to the conclusion that sequence stratigraphy is a regional and transitional stratigraphic system between local lithostratigraphy and global chronostratigraphy. Therefore, a new tripartite stratigraphic classification scheme is tentatively proposed.展开更多
A comprehensive study of outcrop sequence stratigraphy in China began in the early 1990s. The investigated strata range from Mesoproterozoic to Quaternary and the studied areas cover the three platforms and margins, t...A comprehensive study of outcrop sequence stratigraphy in China began in the early 1990s. The investigated strata range from Mesoproterozoic to Quaternary and the studied areas cover the three platforms and margins, the Southern Himalayas and the East China and South China seas. Problems of general concern in the sequence stratigraphy of China are discussed. These are: the hierarchy for sequence stratigraphy, the third order Sequence and eustasy, the chronostratigraphic boundaries and GSSP, and the International Stratigraphic Chart and the sequence chronostratigraphy of China. The average time interval of Mesosequence (25-40 Ma) and of the Sequence (2-5 Ma) is suggested and the minor sequences below the Sequence are discussed. The time interval of the Sequence shows no evident decrease with time, but several epochs with remarkable short intervals occur in the Phanerozoic, which may represent a planetary behavior denoting the special development stages in earth’s evolution. Sea level change curves are given separately for the three platforms and the different regions. The Global Stratotype Section and Point (GSSP) concept and practice are discussed, and a comparison between the first appearance point of biozone and the first flooding surface in the Sequence is made for designation of the chronostratigraphic boundary. It is suggested that the chronostratigraphic boundaries might be set at the first flooding surface in the Sequence for easy recognition. The idea of sequence chronostratigraphy is recommended, and a comparison between the International Stratigraphic Chart and the sequence chronostratigraphy of China is made. The close relation between chronostratigraphy and sequence stratigraphy makes it possible for sequence stratigraphy to improve chronostratigraphic research. It is pointed out that multidisciplinary study in chronostratigraphy is necessary and should be promising and profitable.展开更多
Through a detailed study of sequence boundaries, it is concluded that sequence stratigraphy is an independent regional and transitional stratigraphic system between local lithostratigraphy and global chronostratigraph...Through a detailed study of sequence boundaries, it is concluded that sequence stratigraphy is an independent regional and transitional stratigraphic system between local lithostratigraphy and global chronostratigraphy. Therefore, a new tripartite stratigraphic classification scheme has been proposed. By combining organically the concept of sequence boundaries with the GSSP, it is suggested that the GSSP should be chosen in a conformale portion of a related sequence boundary, and the boundary established in light of this concept is defined as the Best Natural Boundary (BNB). The definition of the BNB points out the working area and stratigraphic level for the GSSP. By referring to a case study of the Permian Guadalupian/Lopingian boundary, the concept of the BNB has been elaborated in detail, and it is proposed that the BNB of the Guadalupian and the Lopingian lies between the Mesogondolella granti Zone and the Ctarkina postbitteri Zone, which is also the sequence chronostratigraphic boundary between the Transpecos composite sequence (chronozone)and the UAA- 1 composite sequence (chronozone).展开更多
Aiming at the machining process of high-performance bearing parts,the green shop scheduling problem of bearing parts processing was studied herein,with the maximum completion time,minimum machine carbon emission,and m...Aiming at the machining process of high-performance bearing parts,the green shop scheduling problem of bearing parts processing was studied herein,with the maximum completion time,minimum machine carbon emission,and minimum grinding fluid usage as the optimization objectives.The manufacturing process is divided into six technological processes:startup,clamping,machining,unloading,standby,and shutdown.The multiobjective green shop scheduling mathematical model is established.Then,an improved multiobjective genetic algorithm is proposed,adopting a segmented coding method that integrates the process and machine selections and improves the steps of crossover and mutation,all of which improve the algorithm s convergence.Finally,the bearing parts processing of a bearing company is taken as a case study,and large-scale data tests and analyses are constructed.The result shows that the proposed model can obtain lower completion time,carbon emission,and grinding fluid consumption,which verifies the scientificity and effectiveness of the proposed model.展开更多
文摘In this issue, Rowland & Hicks advocate a nomenclature for the four epochs of the Cambrian Period that carries over the terms Early, Middle, and Late Cambrian from previous usage (but with new definitions) and introduces a non-geographically-based term, Ichnocambrian, for the earliest Cambrian epoch. The terms Lower/Early, Middle, and Late/Upper Cambrian are confusing because they connote the second, third, and fourth epochs/series of the period/system, and because each is defined in a way that is different from traditional definitions of those intervals. The use of these terms will ultimately lead to confusion between older concepts of Early, Middle, and Late Cambrian and newer, refined concepts of the epochs. The philosophy of the International Subcommission on Cambrian Stratigraphy for establishing a clear subdivision of the Cambrian on a global scale is unambiguous: stratigraphic terms previously in use lack global applicability and should not be adopted as chronostratigraphic/geochronologic units in the developing global stratigraphic chart of the Cambrian. Moreover, all series and stage names should be GSSP (stratotype section)-based.
文摘The Holocene is probably the most intensively studied series/epoch within the geological record,and embodies a wide array of geomorphological,climatic,biotic and archaeological evidence;yet little attention has hitherto been paid to a formal subdivision of this series/epoch.Here we report a tripartite division of the Holocene into the Greenlandian,Northgrippian and Meghalayan stages/ages and their corresponding Lower/Early,Middle,Upper/Late subseries/subepochs,each supported by a Global Boundary Stratotype Section and Point(GSSP).The GSSP for the lowermost stage,the Greenlandian,is that of the Holocene as previously defined in the NGRIP2 Greenland ice core,and dated at 11,700 yr b2k(before 2000 CE).The GSSP for the Northgrippian is in the NGRIP1 Greenland ice core,and dated at 8236 yr b2k,whereas that for the Meghalayan is located in a speleothem from Mawmluh Cave,Meghalaya,northeast India with a date of 4250 yr b2k.The proposal on which this subdivision is based was submitted by the Subcommission on Quaternary Stratigraphy,approved by the International Commission on Stratigraphy,and formally ratified by the Executive Committee of the International Union of Geological Sciences on 14th June 2018.
基金the Leverhulme Trust for financial support.This is a contribution to IGCP 653 project’The onset of the Great Ordovician Biodiversification Event’.
文摘1 Introduction Stratigraphy,placing the sequence of events in Earth history into order,is a fundamental part of the geosciences.Traditionally the starting point is a regional stratigraphy,based on lithological,mappable units,correlated by fossils with local,regional and global chronostratigraphical schemes.Chronostratigraphic units were traditionally defined on their fossil content,as essentially unit stratotypes.But,commonly there were no clear boundaries.
文摘The Meishan Section of Changxing County, Zhejiang Province, China and the base of its Bed 27c,in which Hindeodus parvus first occurs, are recommended as the GSSP of Permian-Triassic boundary (PTB).The present paper introduces a description of the section. Biostratigraphic correlation with other famous sections shows the completeness of this section and justifies choice of H. Parvus as the index fossil. Chemostratigraphic investigation provides the δ ̄13C excursion and the moderate but inconsistent Ir spike as auxiliary symbols for the PTB. This boundary is closely related to transgression,anoxia,volcanism,mass extinction and possible impact events which can be correlated with those in South China and other parts of the world .
基金This study is sponsored by the "SSLC", a state key project supported by the State Science and Technology Committee of China and the Ministry of Geology and Mineral Resources
文摘Sequence boundary is studied in detail in reference to the Permian Guadalupian Lopingian boundary, based on high resolution correlation of conodont zones. A conceptual synchronous stratigraphic boundary, corresponding to the age of the sequence boundary dated in the conformable portion of the sequence boundary, is defined as the sequence chronostratigraphic boundary (SCB). The sequence boundary is proved to be dual in nature in regards to tin-synchrony and diachroneity of stratigraphic boundaries. The merits of the sequence boundary in stratigraphic subdivision, correlation and classification are elucidated in comparison with the lithostratigraphic boundary, the biostratigraphic boundary and the traditional approach of the global stratotype section and point (GSSP ). By integrating the virtues of the sequence boundary and the GSSP, it is proposed that the GSSP should be established in the conformable portion of the related sequence boundary. The boundary established in light of this approach is defined as the best natural boundary. The analysis of the sequence boundary leads to the conclusion that sequence stratigraphy is a regional and transitional stratigraphic system between local lithostratigraphy and global chronostratigraphy. Therefore, a new tripartite stratigraphic classification scheme is tentatively proposed.
基金The study is supported by the key project"SSER"sponsored by the Ministry of Science and Technology and the key project"Pange
文摘A comprehensive study of outcrop sequence stratigraphy in China began in the early 1990s. The investigated strata range from Mesoproterozoic to Quaternary and the studied areas cover the three platforms and margins, the Southern Himalayas and the East China and South China seas. Problems of general concern in the sequence stratigraphy of China are discussed. These are: the hierarchy for sequence stratigraphy, the third order Sequence and eustasy, the chronostratigraphic boundaries and GSSP, and the International Stratigraphic Chart and the sequence chronostratigraphy of China. The average time interval of Mesosequence (25-40 Ma) and of the Sequence (2-5 Ma) is suggested and the minor sequences below the Sequence are discussed. The time interval of the Sequence shows no evident decrease with time, but several epochs with remarkable short intervals occur in the Phanerozoic, which may represent a planetary behavior denoting the special development stages in earth’s evolution. Sea level change curves are given separately for the three platforms and the different regions. The Global Stratotype Section and Point (GSSP) concept and practice are discussed, and a comparison between the first appearance point of biozone and the first flooding surface in the Sequence is made for designation of the chronostratigraphic boundary. It is suggested that the chronostratigraphic boundaries might be set at the first flooding surface in the Sequence for easy recognition. The idea of sequence chronostratigraphy is recommended, and a comparison between the International Stratigraphic Chart and the sequence chronostratigraphy of China is made. The close relation between chronostratigraphy and sequence stratigraphy makes it possible for sequence stratigraphy to improve chronostratigraphic research. It is pointed out that multidisciplinary study in chronostratigraphy is necessary and should be promising and profitable.
文摘Through a detailed study of sequence boundaries, it is concluded that sequence stratigraphy is an independent regional and transitional stratigraphic system between local lithostratigraphy and global chronostratigraphy. Therefore, a new tripartite stratigraphic classification scheme has been proposed. By combining organically the concept of sequence boundaries with the GSSP, it is suggested that the GSSP should be chosen in a conformale portion of a related sequence boundary, and the boundary established in light of this concept is defined as the Best Natural Boundary (BNB). The definition of the BNB points out the working area and stratigraphic level for the GSSP. By referring to a case study of the Permian Guadalupian/Lopingian boundary, the concept of the BNB has been elaborated in detail, and it is proposed that the BNB of the Guadalupian and the Lopingian lies between the Mesogondolella granti Zone and the Ctarkina postbitteri Zone, which is also the sequence chronostratigraphic boundary between the Transpecos composite sequence (chronozone)and the UAA- 1 composite sequence (chronozone).
基金Innovation Method Fund of China(No.2019IM020200)Joint Funds of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.U1904210-4)+2 种基金Zhengzhou University Support Program Project for Young Talents and Enterprise Cooperative Innovation Team“Intelligent Manufacturing Comprehensive Standardization and New Model Application Project”of Ministry of Industry and Information Technology(No.2017ZNZX02)Shanghai Science and Technology Program(No.20040501300)。
文摘Aiming at the machining process of high-performance bearing parts,the green shop scheduling problem of bearing parts processing was studied herein,with the maximum completion time,minimum machine carbon emission,and minimum grinding fluid usage as the optimization objectives.The manufacturing process is divided into six technological processes:startup,clamping,machining,unloading,standby,and shutdown.The multiobjective green shop scheduling mathematical model is established.Then,an improved multiobjective genetic algorithm is proposed,adopting a segmented coding method that integrates the process and machine selections and improves the steps of crossover and mutation,all of which improve the algorithm s convergence.Finally,the bearing parts processing of a bearing company is taken as a case study,and large-scale data tests and analyses are constructed.The result shows that the proposed model can obtain lower completion time,carbon emission,and grinding fluid consumption,which verifies the scientificity and effectiveness of the proposed model.