Morphological alterations in dendritic spines have been linked to changes in functional communication between neurons that affect learning and memory.Kinesin-4 KIF21A helps organize the microtubule-actin network at th...Morphological alterations in dendritic spines have been linked to changes in functional communication between neurons that affect learning and memory.Kinesin-4 KIF21A helps organize the microtubule-actin network at the cell cortex by interacting with KANK1;however,whether KIF21A modulates dendritic structure and function in neurons remains unknown.In this study,we found that KIF21A was distributed in a subset of dendritic spines,and that these KIF21A-positive spines were larger and more structurally plastic than KIF21A-negative spines.Furthermore,the interaction between KIF21A and KANK1 was found to be critical for dendritic spine morphogenesis and synaptic plasticity.Knockdown of either KIF21A or KANK1 inhibited dendritic spine morphogenesis and dendritic branching,and these deficits were fully rescued by coexpressing full-length KIF21A or KANK1,but not by proteins with mutations disrupting direct binding between KIF21A and KANK1 or binding between KANK1 and talin1.Knocking down KIF21A in the hippocampus of rats inhibited the amplitudes of long-term potentiation induced by high-frequency stimulation and negatively impacted the animals’cognitive abilities.Taken together,our findings demonstrate the function of KIF21A in modulating spine morphology and provide insight into its role in synaptic function.展开更多
Zinc oxide(ZnO)serves as a crucial functional semiconductor with a wide direct bandgap of approximately 3.37 eV.Solvothermal reaction is commonly used in the synthesis of ZnO micro/nanostructures,given its low cost,si...Zinc oxide(ZnO)serves as a crucial functional semiconductor with a wide direct bandgap of approximately 3.37 eV.Solvothermal reaction is commonly used in the synthesis of ZnO micro/nanostructures,given its low cost,simplicity,and easy implementation.Moreover,ZnO morphology engineering has become desirable through the alteration of minor conditions in the reaction process,particularly at room temperature.In this work,ZnO micro/nanostructures were synthesized in a solution by varying the amounts of the ammonia added at low temperatures(including room temperature).The formation of Zn^(2+)complexes by ammonia in the precursor regulated the reaction rate of the morphology engineering of ZnO,which resulted in various structures,such as nanoparticles,nanosheets,microflowers,and single crystals.Finally,the obtained ZnO was used in the optoelectronic application of ultraviolet detectors.展开更多
The preferential oxidation of CO(CO-PROX)reaction is a cost-effective method for eliminating trace amounts of CO from the fuel H2.Pt-based catalysts have been extensively studied for COPROX,with their activity influen...The preferential oxidation of CO(CO-PROX)reaction is a cost-effective method for eliminating trace amounts of CO from the fuel H2.Pt-based catalysts have been extensively studied for COPROX,with their activity influenced by the morphology of the support.Hydrothermal synthesis was employed to produce different morphologies ofγ-Al_(2)O_(3):flower-likeγ-Al_(2)O_(3)(f)exposing(110)crystal faces,sheet-likeγ-Al_(2)O_(3)(s)revealing(100)crystal faces,and rod-likeγ-Al_(2)O_(3)(r)displaying(111)crystal faces,followed by loading PtCo nanoparticles.The exposed crystal faces of the support impact the alloying degree of the PtCo nanoparticles,and an increase in the alloying degree correlates with enhanced catalyst reactivity.Pt_(3)Co intermetallic compounds were identified onγ-Al_(2)O_(3)(f)exposing(110)crystal faces,and PtCo/γ-Al_(2)O_(3)(f)showed high catalytic activity in the CO-PROX reaction,achieving 100%CO conversion across a broad temperature range of 50−225°C.In contrast,only partial alloying of PtCo was observed onγ-Al_(2)O_(3)(s).Furthermore,no alloying between Pt and Co occurred in PtCo/γ-Al_(2)O_(3)(r),resulting in a reaction rate at 50°C that was merely 11%of that of PtCo/γ-Al_(2)O_(3)(f).The formation of Pt3Co intermetallic compounds led to a more oxidized state of Pt,which significantly diminished the adsorption of CO on Pt and augmented the active oxygen species,thereby facilitating the selective oxidation of CO.展开更多
Harrat Lunayyir,a volcanic field in western Saudi Arabia,exhibits diverse geomorphological and topographical features shaped by volcanic,tectonic,and climatic processes.This study integrates field observations,remote ...Harrat Lunayyir,a volcanic field in western Saudi Arabia,exhibits diverse geomorphological and topographical features shaped by volcanic,tectonic,and climatic processes.This study integrates field observations,remote sensing,and GIS analysis to investigate the spatial distribution and relationships between volcanic landforms,lava flows,and topographical variation result obtained is a morphological classification of the cinder cones of Harrat Lunayyir,which can be sub-divided into four types:tephra rings,horseshoe-shaped volcanoes,multiple volcanoes and volcanoes without craters.All of these are monogenetic volcanoes,unlike central volcanoes(stratovolcanoes)which live for tens or hundreds of thousands of years and erupt numerous times.In Harrat Lunayyir,there is a clear dominance of arched horseshoe-shaped volcanoes(58)over ring-shaped cinder cones(10),A1_symmetric cones(circular,uniform cinder cones with a single crater)(32),A2_asymmetric cones(elongated,irregular cones and may feature one or more craters)(8),volcanoes without craters(55)and multiple volcanoes(20).The classification presented in this paper makes it possible to include all morphological types of volcanoes found in the region.This fact also renders the present classification a useful tool to apply in other,both insular and continental volcanic areas to eventually analyze and systematize the study of eruptive edifices with similar traits.Hence,this research will explore the standard physical volcanology literature so as to follow accepted definitions.展开更多
The East China Sea(ECS)off the Coast of Zhoushan Archipelago,Zhejiang(ECS-CZA)is home to abundant fishery resources and an important spawning,feeding,and nursing ground for a variety of fish species.Due to long-term o...The East China Sea(ECS)off the Coast of Zhoushan Archipelago,Zhejiang(ECS-CZA)is home to abundant fishery resources and an important spawning,feeding,and nursing ground for a variety of fish species.Due to long-term overfishing,the ichthyoplankton structure has been dramatically altered.Understanding the species composition and distribution of fish eggs and larvae is one of the most essential tasks to accurately regulate fishery resources and formulate effective management policies;however,little is known about the ichthyoplankton in this region.In this study,an integrated strategy of morphology identification(MI)and mitochondrial COI DNA barcoding was used to identify species of fish eggs and larvae collected from the ECSCZA.MI revealed 15 fish egg species belonging to 12 families and 12 fish larva species belonging to 12 families;in contrast,DNA barcoding altogether identified 30 species,including 18 fish egg species and 13 fish larva species.One species was shared between the egg and larva samples.Our study offers useful tools and critical scientific information for further understanding the diversity,distribution,and conservation management of various ichthyoplankton species in the marine environment.展开更多
This is a correction to:Isabela R R Moraes,Mariana Antunes,Laura S Lopez-Greco,Fernando Jose Zara,Antonio Leao Castilho,Functional reproductive morphology of the snapping shrimp genus Synalpheus Spence Bate,1888(Decap...This is a correction to:Isabela R R Moraes,Mariana Antunes,Laura S Lopez-Greco,Fernando Jose Zara,Antonio Leao Castilho,Functional reproductive morphology of the snapping shrimp genus Synalpheus Spence Bate,1888(Decapoda,Alpheidae),Current Zoology,2024,71,338-352;https:/doi.org/10.1093/cz/zoae053.展开更多
Dear Editor,The primary motor cortex,also known as MOp in rodents,F1,or M1 in primates[1],plays a crucial role in autonomous motor control.It is interconnected with other motor control structures such as the basal gan...Dear Editor,The primary motor cortex,also known as MOp in rodents,F1,or M1 in primates[1],plays a crucial role in autonomous motor control.It is interconnected with other motor control structures such as the basal ganglia,thalamus,and brainstem.Among these connections,the corticostriatal system plays a significant role in functions including action selection,motor control,sequence learning,and habit formation[2].展开更多
This study aims to develop a high-precision and cost-efficient method for the threedimensional reconstruction of large particles in natural gravel and blasted rock fragments,utilizing Structure from Motion(SfM)and Mul...This study aims to develop a high-precision and cost-efficient method for the threedimensional reconstruction of large particles in natural gravel and blasted rock fragments,utilizing Structure from Motion(SfM)and Multi-View Stereo(MVS)techniques.The proposed approach was applied to characterize the three-dimensional morphology of rockfill dam materials at a real construction site.Particle shape was quantitatively analyzed using shape indices of sphericity,convexity,and angularity.The predominant morphology of natural gravel is characterized as slightly elongated and slightly flat,while rock fragments are slightly elongated and not flat.Probability density distributions of shape indices follow a skewed normal distribution:sphericity and convexity show leftward skewness,whereas angularity is right-skewed.Skewness parameters of sphericity and angularity are consistent between natural gravel and blasted rock fragments,indicating comparable shape asymmetry.Convexity skewness is significantly higher in natural gravel compared to rock fragments,by approximately an order of magnitude.The relationship between size and particle shape shows that form ratios and associated shape descriptors change linearly with the logarithm of size;larger particles approach spherical or cubic forms.The innovative measurements contribute to the particle shape data set of rockfill dam materials,providing valuable insights into the three-dimensional and statistical morphological characteristics of relatively large particles in natural gravel and blasted rock fragments.This approach enhances understanding of particle morphology's impact on the mechanical behavior of granular materials.展开更多
Accurately acquiring catalyst size and morphology is essential for supporting catalytic reaction process design and optimal control. We report an intelligent catalyst sizing and morphological classification method bas...Accurately acquiring catalyst size and morphology is essential for supporting catalytic reaction process design and optimal control. We report an intelligent catalyst sizing and morphological classification method based on the Mask-RCNN framework. A dataset of 9880 high-resolution images was captured by using a self-made fiber-optic endoscopic system for 13 kinds of silicoaluminophosphate-34 (SAPO-34) catalyst samples with different coke. Then there were approximately 877881 individual particles extracted from this dataset by our AI-based particle recognition algorithm. To clearly describe the morphology of irregular particles, we proposed a hybrid classification criterion that combines five different parameters, which are deformity, circularity, roundness, aspect ratio, and compactness. Therefore, catalyst morphology can be classified into two categories with four types. The first category includes regular types, such as the spherical, ellipsoidal, and rod-shaped types. And all the irregular types fall into the second category. The experimental results showed that a catalyst particle tends to be larger when its coke deposition increased. Whereas particle morphology remained primarily spherical and ellipsoidal, the ratio of each type varied slightly according to its coke. Our findings illustrate that this is a promising approach to be developing intelligent instruments for catalyst particle sizing and classification.展开更多
The sedimentary bed morphology modulated by the wake flow of a wall-mounted flexible aquatic vegetation blade across various structural aspect ratios(A_(R)=l/b,where l and b are the length and width of the blade,respe...The sedimentary bed morphology modulated by the wake flow of a wall-mounted flexible aquatic vegetation blade across various structural aspect ratios(A_(R)=l/b,where l and b are the length and width of the blade,respectively)and incoming flow velocities was experimentally investigated in a water channel.A surface scanner was implemented to quantify bed topography,and a tomographic particle image velocimetry system was used to characterize the three-dimensional wake flows.The results showed that due to the deflection of incoming flow,the velocity magnitude increased at the lateral sides of the blade,thereby producing distinctive symmetric scour holes in these regions.The normalized morphology profiles of the sedimentary bed,which were extracted along the streamwise direction at the location of the maximum erosion depth,exhibited a self-similar pattern that closely followed a sinusoidal wave profile.The level of velocity magnitude enhancement was highly correlated to the postures of the flexible blade.At a given flow velocity,the blade with lower aspect ratios exhibited less significant deformation,causing more significant near-bed velocity enhancement in the wake deflection zone and therefore leading to higher erosion volumes.Further investigation indicated that when the blade underwent slight deformation,the larger velocity enhancement close to the bed can be attributed to more significant flow deflection effects at the lateral sides of the blade and stronger flow mixing with high momentum flows away from the bed.Supported with measurements,a basic formula was established to quantify the shear stress acting on the sedimentary bed as a function of incoming flow velocity and blade aspect ratio.展开更多
In order to enhance the wear resistance of 45 steel,a WC/Stellite 6 composite layer with 30%WC which with different morphologies(spherical and irregular)was prepared on the surface of 45 steel by laser cladding techno...In order to enhance the wear resistance of 45 steel,a WC/Stellite 6 composite layer with 30%WC which with different morphologies(spherical and irregular)was prepared on the surface of 45 steel by laser cladding technology.The effects of WC morphology on the phase composition,microstructure,microhardness,and wear resistance of the cladding layer were compared and analyzed.The res-ults show that the surface of the cladding layer was well formed.M_(23)C_(6),M_(7)C_(3),WC,and W_(2)C exist in both cladding layers.With the ad-dition of spherical WC,the diffraction peaks of γ-Co appear on the left side of the main peak of Co6W6C.The area of intergranular carbides accounts for a large proportion in the surface layer which with the fine grains.During the process of laser cladding the spherical WC particles with loose structure are prone to melting,including their interior.However,the melting amount of irregular WC particles is finite,which only occurs on the periphery of the particles,and the particle interior is relatively intact.The microhard-ness of two cladding layers gradient increases from the substrate to the surface layer.The surface layer added spherical WC has high-er microhardness,which reaches 790.6 HV1.Nevertheless,the wear resistance of the cladding layer added irregular WC is better than that of the cladding layer added spherical WC.The reason is because that the incompletely melted irregular WC particles are uni-formly distributed in the cladding layer which provided the support points for the cladding layer matrix during the wear process,the wear of the cladding layer by the grinding pair is reduced consequently.展开更多
Aerosol category and its physicochemical properties are key factors influencing its climate and environmental effects.To further enhance our understanding of aerosols in the Himalayas-Tibetan Plateau region,atmospheri...Aerosol category and its physicochemical properties are key factors influencing its climate and environmental effects.To further enhance our understanding of aerosols in the Himalayas-Tibetan Plateau region,atmospheric particulate matter samples were collected at three different altitudes on Mount Qomolangma(Everest).Using an automated scanning electron microscope system,the composition,size,and morphology of 52,349 particles were analyzed.The average mass concentrations of PM_(1),PM_(2.5),and PM_(10)were 0.678,5.054,and 16.698μg/m^(3),respectively.Aluminosilicate particles dominated the samples,accounting for 71.5%to 82.8%of PM_(10)mass and 34.7%to 62.4%of the particle number.Quartz particles,carbonate particles,metal oxides,and sulfates were also observed at different periods.Carbonaceous particles made up a significant portion of aerosols,comprising 2.1%to 9.7%of PM_(10)mass and 10.4%to 45.4%of particle number,with their concentration showing an upward trend with altitude.Small amounts of tar ball particles and fly ash particles were also observed,providing direct evidence of anthropogenic influences on high-altitude regions,even at altitudes exceeding 6000 m.The size distribution and abundance of different particle categories were closely related to the transport trajectories of air masses.The morphology of different particle categories varied,with fly ash particles mainly spherical and carbonaceous particles exhibiting higher irregularity.展开更多
Background:The endoscopic appearance of the major duodenal papilla influences biliary cannulation and complications.This study aimed to investigate the role of major duodenal papillae in the endoscopic treatment of co...Background:The endoscopic appearance of the major duodenal papilla influences biliary cannulation and complications.This study aimed to investigate the role of major duodenal papillae in the endoscopic treatment of common bile duct(CBD)stones.Methods:This retrospective study was conducted at Bishan Hospital of Chongqing Medical University between January 2018 and August 2022.Patients with native papillae who underwent endoscopic treatment for CBD stones were recruited and divided into four groups according to Haraldsson's classification of papillae(typesⅠ-Ⅳ).Univariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses were used to identify risk factors for difficult cannulation and post-endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography(ERCP)pancreatitis(PEP).Results:A total of 596 patients with CBD stones were enrolled.The proportion of patients with typeⅠpapilla was the highest(n=231,38.8%),followed by typeⅢpapilla(n=175,29.4%),typeⅣpapilla(n=101,16.9%)and typeⅡpapilla(n=89,14.9%).Difficult cannulation occurred in 188 of 596 patients(31.5%),with most cases occurring in those with typeⅢpapilla(71/175,40.6%,P=0.020).Multivariate logistic analysis revealed that age[odds ratio(OR)=1.034,95%confidence interval(CI):1.021–1.047,P<0.001],typeⅢpapilla(OR=2.255,95%CI:1.439–3.535,P<0.001),gallbladder in situ(OR=2.486,95%CI:1.346–4.590,P=0.004),and CBD diameter<10 mm(OR=1.600,95%CI:1.049–2.441,P=0.029)were risk factors for difficult cannulation.The total incidence of PEP was 10.9%.Compared with the other types of papillae,the rate of PEP was the highest in those with typeⅠpapilla(15.2%,P=0.030).Multivariate analysis demonstrated that PEP was associated with difficult cannulation(OR=1.811,95%CI:1.044–3.143,P=0.035)and white blood cells(WBCs)<10×10~9/L(OR=2.199,95%CI:1.051–4.600,P=0.036).Conclusions:The endoscopic appearance of the major papilla is an important factor that influences both biliary cannulation and outcomes.TypeⅢpapilla is more frequently difficult to cannulate in the endoscopic treatment of CBD stones.展开更多
Deep-sea aquaculture is an emerging trend due to the contamination and overexploitation of nearshore mariculture areas.However,the complex water conditions in the deep sea impose higher demands on the swimming perform...Deep-sea aquaculture is an emerging trend due to the contamination and overexploitation of nearshore mariculture areas.However,the complex water conditions in the deep sea impose higher demands on the swimming performance of farmed animals.Spotted sea bass(Lateolabrax maculatus)is one of the most economically important fish species in China.To investigate the mechanisms underlying the individual variations in swimming performance among spotted sea bass,we measured their critical swimming speed(U_(crit))and morphological phenotypes.Total length,body length,body weight,caudal region length,and condition factor showed significant positive correlations with absolute Ucrit.In contrast,caudal fin length and pectoral fin length tended to hinder the swimming performance of individual spotted sea bass.Additionally,white muscle tissues from fish exhibiting good swimming performance(relative U_(crit)>8.20 BL/s)and poor swimming performance(relative U_(crit)<7.31 BL/s)were sampled for RNA-seq.A total of 694 differential expression genes(DEGs)were identified through gene expression analysis,with significant enrichment in GO terms such as mitochondrial protein complex,ribosomal subunit,structural constituent of ribosome,and oxidative phosphorylation,as well as genes in KEGG pathways including ribosome and metabolic pathways.In conclusion,our study for the first time comprehensively elucidated the impact of morphology of spotted sea bass on its individual differences in swimming ability,and analyzed the genetic basis underlying swimming ability using transcriptomic methods.This study provides a theoretical basis for the potential breeding varieties of spotted sea bass suitable for deep-sea aquaculture.展开更多
A macro-tidal tropical estuary with high fluvial discharge is characterized by both fragility and remarkable dynamism.This study utilizes the Salween River Delta(SRD)as a case example to examine the interplay between ...A macro-tidal tropical estuary with high fluvial discharge is characterized by both fragility and remarkable dynamism.This study utilizes the Salween River Delta(SRD)as a case example to examine the interplay between morphology and vegetation under similar tidal conditions.Our analysis of correlations and inferences revealed several significant trends in the SRD:(1)an overall expansion of land area and intertidal vegetation,with the most pronounced changes occurring in the eastern sector;(2)the predominance of river discharge influencing the southwestern and northern sectors,contrasted with the primary impact of storm surges in the eastern sector;and(3)three distinct causal relationships among estuarine morphology,vegetation,storm surges,and river discharge:a direct model where river discharge shapes estuarine morphology,a progressive model in which river discharge affects vegetation distribution,subsequently influencing estuarine morphology,and a hybrid model where storm surges directly impact vegetation and indirectly modify its distribution through changes in estuarine morphology.The stability of sediment supply and the role of intertidal vegetation are crucial for the continuous seaward advance,providing a vital foundation for the protection and development of estuarine deltas.展开更多
A high-quality welding method,named plasma arc welding apparatus with rotating tungsten electrode(abbreviated as PAW-RT),was proposed in this paper.The rotation speed could be adjusted from 0 to 15000 r/min.The rotary...A high-quality welding method,named plasma arc welding apparatus with rotating tungsten electrode(abbreviated as PAW-RT),was proposed in this paper.The rotation speed could be adjusted from 0 to 15000 r/min.The rotary motion of the tungsten needle trans-ferred circumferential momentum to the arc as well as the molten pool,thereby conferring the latter with rotating fluid flow charac-teristics.The influences of tungsten electrode rotation speed on PAW arc morphology,weld formation and interfacial microstructure of the final weld joints were discussed by the experimental procedures involving in-situ ablation,surfacing and butt welding.The ex-periments were conducted on Q235B steel.The results indicated that the increase of tungsten electrode rotation speed in PAW-RT contributed to improving arc eccentricity,leading to aesthetically improved welds with more uniformity.Additionally,the strength,hardness and toughness of the welded joint increased,while porosity was reduced.展开更多
Urea-assisted water electrolysis offers a promising route to reduce energy consumption for hydrogen production and meanwhile treat urea-rich wastewater.Herein,we devised a shear force-involved polyoxometalate-organic ...Urea-assisted water electrolysis offers a promising route to reduce energy consumption for hydrogen production and meanwhile treat urea-rich wastewater.Herein,we devised a shear force-involved polyoxometalate-organic supramolecular self-assembly strategy to fabricate 3D hierarchical porous nanoribbon assembly Mn-VN cardoons.A bimetallic polyoxovanadate(POV)with the inherent structural feature of Mn surrounded by[VO_(6)]octahedrons was introduced to trigger precise Mn incorporation in VN lattice,thereby achieving simultaneous morphology engineering and electronic structure modulation.The lattice contraction of VN caused by Mn incorporation drives electron redistribution.The unique hierarchical architecture with modulated electronic structure that provides more exposed active sites,facilitates mass and charge transfer,and optimizes the associated adsorption behavior.Mn-VN exhibits excellent activity with low overpotentials of 86 m V and 1.346 V at 10 m A/cm^(2)for hydrogen evolution reaction(HER)and urea oxidation reaction(UOR),respectively.Accordingly,in the two-electrode urea-assisted water electrolyzer utilizing Mn-VN as a bifunctional catalyst,hydrogen production can occur at low voltage(1.456 V@10 m A/cm^(2)),which has the advantages of energy saving and competitive durability over traditional water electrolysis.This work provides a simple and mild route to construct nanostructures and modulate electronic structure for designing high-efficiency electrocatalysts.展开更多
The toughness of thermoplastic polymers such as polypropylene(PP)can be improved by adding elastomers-based toughening agents,and the phase morphology of these toughening agents is very important for the strength and ...The toughness of thermoplastic polymers such as polypropylene(PP)can be improved by adding elastomers-based toughening agents,and the phase morphology of these toughening agents is very important for the strength and toughness of PP.The low-temperature toughness of PP was improved by inserting high-density polyethylene(HDPE)between PP and polystyrene-b-ethylene-co-propyleneb-polystyrene(SEPS)to form an unusual SEPS@HDPE core–shell structure,with SEPS as the core and HDPE as the shell.Based on the microtopography and rheological behavior characterization,HDPE in PP/SEPS/HDPE composites was found to serve as an emulsifier,decrease the size of SEPS particles,and promote the homogeneous dispersion of dispersed phase particles in the matrix.An increase in the HDPE content shifted the toughening mechanism of PP composites from cavitation to matrix shear yielding.The reduction in the distance between the dispersed core–shell structure particles promoted shear yielding in the PP composites,leading to increased toughness.The creation of an intermediate HDPE layer with a moderate modulus was crucial for dispersing stress concentrations and significantly improving toughness without compromising the tensile strength.These findings will facilitate the fabrication of high-toughness PP products at low temperatures.展开更多
Fueled by the increasing imperative for sustainable energy solutions and the burgeoning emphasis on health awareness,self-powered techniques have undergone notable strides in advancement.Triboelectric nanogenerators(T...Fueled by the increasing imperative for sustainable energy solutions and the burgeoning emphasis on health awareness,self-powered techniques have undergone notable strides in advancement.Triboelectric nanogenerators(TENGs)stand out as a prominent device capitalizing on the principles of triboelectrification and electrostatic induction to generate electricity or electrical signals.In efforts to augment the electrical output performance of TENGs and broaden their range of applications,researchers have endeavored to refine materials,surface morphology,and structural design.Among them,physical morphological modifications play a pivotal role in enhancing the electrical properties of TENGs by increasing the contact surface area,which can be achieved by building micro-/nano-structures on the surface or inside the friction material.In this review,we summarize the common morphologies of TENGs,categorize the morphologies into surface and internal structures,and elucidate their roles in enhancing the electric output performance of devices.Moreover,we systematically classify the methodologies employed for morphological preparation into physical and chemical approaches,thereby furnishing a comprehensive survey of the diverse techniques.Subsequently,typical applications of TENGs with special morphology divided by energy harvesting and self-powered sensors are presented.Finally,an overview of the challenges and future trajectories pertinent to TENGs is conducted.Through this endeavor,the aim of this article is to catalyze the evolution of further strategies for enhancing performance of TENGs.展开更多
The structural phase transition of MnO_(2) nanorods was investigated using in situ high pressure synchrotron x-ray diffraction(XRD) and transmission electron microscopy(TEM). At pressures exceeding 10.9 GPa, a second-...The structural phase transition of MnO_(2) nanorods was investigated using in situ high pressure synchrotron x-ray diffraction(XRD) and transmission electron microscopy(TEM). At pressures exceeding 10.9 GPa, a second-order structural phase transition from tetragonal to orthogonal, which was accompanied by fine-scale crystal twinning phenomena, was observed in MnO_(2) nanorods. On account of the significant contribution of surface energy, the phase transition pressure exhibited appreciable hysteresis compared with the bulk counterparts, suggesting the enhanced structural stability of nanorod morphology. These findings reveal that the size and morphology exhibit a manifest correlation with the high pressure behavior of MnO_(2) nanomaterials, providing useful insights into the intricate interplay between structure and properties.展开更多
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China,No.2021ZD0202503(to AHT)the National Natural Science Foundation of China,Nos.31872759(to AHT)and 32070707(to CF)+1 种基金Shenzhen Science and Technology Program,No.RCJC20210609104333007(to ZW)Shenzhen-Hong Kong Institute of Brain Science,Shenzhen Fundamental Research Institutions,No.2021SHIBS0002(to ZW).
文摘Morphological alterations in dendritic spines have been linked to changes in functional communication between neurons that affect learning and memory.Kinesin-4 KIF21A helps organize the microtubule-actin network at the cell cortex by interacting with KANK1;however,whether KIF21A modulates dendritic structure and function in neurons remains unknown.In this study,we found that KIF21A was distributed in a subset of dendritic spines,and that these KIF21A-positive spines were larger and more structurally plastic than KIF21A-negative spines.Furthermore,the interaction between KIF21A and KANK1 was found to be critical for dendritic spine morphogenesis and synaptic plasticity.Knockdown of either KIF21A or KANK1 inhibited dendritic spine morphogenesis and dendritic branching,and these deficits were fully rescued by coexpressing full-length KIF21A or KANK1,but not by proteins with mutations disrupting direct binding between KIF21A and KANK1 or binding between KANK1 and talin1.Knocking down KIF21A in the hippocampus of rats inhibited the amplitudes of long-term potentiation induced by high-frequency stimulation and negatively impacted the animals’cognitive abilities.Taken together,our findings demonstrate the function of KIF21A in modulating spine morphology and provide insight into its role in synaptic function.
基金funded by the National Natural Science F oundation of China(No.52172205)。
文摘Zinc oxide(ZnO)serves as a crucial functional semiconductor with a wide direct bandgap of approximately 3.37 eV.Solvothermal reaction is commonly used in the synthesis of ZnO micro/nanostructures,given its low cost,simplicity,and easy implementation.Moreover,ZnO morphology engineering has become desirable through the alteration of minor conditions in the reaction process,particularly at room temperature.In this work,ZnO micro/nanostructures were synthesized in a solution by varying the amounts of the ammonia added at low temperatures(including room temperature).The formation of Zn^(2+)complexes by ammonia in the precursor regulated the reaction rate of the morphology engineering of ZnO,which resulted in various structures,such as nanoparticles,nanosheets,microflowers,and single crystals.Finally,the obtained ZnO was used in the optoelectronic application of ultraviolet detectors.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(22376063,21976057)the Fund of the National Engineering Laboratory for Mobile Source Emission Control Technology(NELMS2020A05)Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities.
文摘The preferential oxidation of CO(CO-PROX)reaction is a cost-effective method for eliminating trace amounts of CO from the fuel H2.Pt-based catalysts have been extensively studied for COPROX,with their activity influenced by the morphology of the support.Hydrothermal synthesis was employed to produce different morphologies ofγ-Al_(2)O_(3):flower-likeγ-Al_(2)O_(3)(f)exposing(110)crystal faces,sheet-likeγ-Al_(2)O_(3)(s)revealing(100)crystal faces,and rod-likeγ-Al_(2)O_(3)(r)displaying(111)crystal faces,followed by loading PtCo nanoparticles.The exposed crystal faces of the support impact the alloying degree of the PtCo nanoparticles,and an increase in the alloying degree correlates with enhanced catalyst reactivity.Pt_(3)Co intermetallic compounds were identified onγ-Al_(2)O_(3)(f)exposing(110)crystal faces,and PtCo/γ-Al_(2)O_(3)(f)showed high catalytic activity in the CO-PROX reaction,achieving 100%CO conversion across a broad temperature range of 50−225°C.In contrast,only partial alloying of PtCo was observed onγ-Al_(2)O_(3)(s).Furthermore,no alloying between Pt and Co occurred in PtCo/γ-Al_(2)O_(3)(r),resulting in a reaction rate at 50°C that was merely 11%of that of PtCo/γ-Al_(2)O_(3)(f).The formation of Pt3Co intermetallic compounds led to a more oxidized state of Pt,which significantly diminished the adsorption of CO on Pt and augmented the active oxygen species,thereby facilitating the selective oxidation of CO.
文摘Harrat Lunayyir,a volcanic field in western Saudi Arabia,exhibits diverse geomorphological and topographical features shaped by volcanic,tectonic,and climatic processes.This study integrates field observations,remote sensing,and GIS analysis to investigate the spatial distribution and relationships between volcanic landforms,lava flows,and topographical variation result obtained is a morphological classification of the cinder cones of Harrat Lunayyir,which can be sub-divided into four types:tephra rings,horseshoe-shaped volcanoes,multiple volcanoes and volcanoes without craters.All of these are monogenetic volcanoes,unlike central volcanoes(stratovolcanoes)which live for tens or hundreds of thousands of years and erupt numerous times.In Harrat Lunayyir,there is a clear dominance of arched horseshoe-shaped volcanoes(58)over ring-shaped cinder cones(10),A1_symmetric cones(circular,uniform cinder cones with a single crater)(32),A2_asymmetric cones(elongated,irregular cones and may feature one or more craters)(8),volcanoes without craters(55)and multiple volcanoes(20).The classification presented in this paper makes it possible to include all morphological types of volcanoes found in the region.This fact also renders the present classification a useful tool to apply in other,both insular and continental volcanic areas to eventually analyze and systematize the study of eruptive edifices with similar traits.Hence,this research will explore the standard physical volcanology literature so as to follow accepted definitions.
文摘The East China Sea(ECS)off the Coast of Zhoushan Archipelago,Zhejiang(ECS-CZA)is home to abundant fishery resources and an important spawning,feeding,and nursing ground for a variety of fish species.Due to long-term overfishing,the ichthyoplankton structure has been dramatically altered.Understanding the species composition and distribution of fish eggs and larvae is one of the most essential tasks to accurately regulate fishery resources and formulate effective management policies;however,little is known about the ichthyoplankton in this region.In this study,an integrated strategy of morphology identification(MI)and mitochondrial COI DNA barcoding was used to identify species of fish eggs and larvae collected from the ECSCZA.MI revealed 15 fish egg species belonging to 12 families and 12 fish larva species belonging to 12 families;in contrast,DNA barcoding altogether identified 30 species,including 18 fish egg species and 13 fish larva species.One species was shared between the egg and larva samples.Our study offers useful tools and critical scientific information for further understanding the diversity,distribution,and conservation management of various ichthyoplankton species in the marine environment.
文摘This is a correction to:Isabela R R Moraes,Mariana Antunes,Laura S Lopez-Greco,Fernando Jose Zara,Antonio Leao Castilho,Functional reproductive morphology of the snapping shrimp genus Synalpheus Spence Bate,1888(Decapoda,Alpheidae),Current Zoology,2024,71,338-352;https:/doi.org/10.1093/cz/zoae053.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(2020YFE0205900 and 2022YEF0203200)the STI 2030-Major Project(2021ZD0200104 and 2022ZD0205203)+2 种基金the Shenzhen Science and Technology Program(RCYX20210706092100003,RCBS20221008093311027,and JCYJ20210324102006018)the Youth Innovation Promotion Association CAS(2022367)the Shenzhen Technological Research Center for Primate Translational Medicine grant(XMHT20220104005).
文摘Dear Editor,The primary motor cortex,also known as MOp in rodents,F1,or M1 in primates[1],plays a crucial role in autonomous motor control.It is interconnected with other motor control structures such as the basal ganglia,thalamus,and brainstem.Among these connections,the corticostriatal system plays a significant role in functions including action selection,motor control,sequence learning,and habit formation[2].
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China,Grant/Award Numbers:51809290,51979093,52239009Project funded by Tibet Autonomous Region Key R&D Plan,Grant/Award Number:XZ202101ZY0002GPostgraduate Research&Practice Innovation Program of Jiangsu Province,Grant/Award Number:No.KYCX22_0656。
文摘This study aims to develop a high-precision and cost-efficient method for the threedimensional reconstruction of large particles in natural gravel and blasted rock fragments,utilizing Structure from Motion(SfM)and Multi-View Stereo(MVS)techniques.The proposed approach was applied to characterize the three-dimensional morphology of rockfill dam materials at a real construction site.Particle shape was quantitatively analyzed using shape indices of sphericity,convexity,and angularity.The predominant morphology of natural gravel is characterized as slightly elongated and slightly flat,while rock fragments are slightly elongated and not flat.Probability density distributions of shape indices follow a skewed normal distribution:sphericity and convexity show leftward skewness,whereas angularity is right-skewed.Skewness parameters of sphericity and angularity are consistent between natural gravel and blasted rock fragments,indicating comparable shape asymmetry.Convexity skewness is significantly higher in natural gravel compared to rock fragments,by approximately an order of magnitude.The relationship between size and particle shape shows that form ratios and associated shape descriptors change linearly with the logarithm of size;larger particles approach spherical or cubic forms.The innovative measurements contribute to the particle shape data set of rockfill dam materials,providing valuable insights into the three-dimensional and statistical morphological characteristics of relatively large particles in natural gravel and blasted rock fragments.This approach enhances understanding of particle morphology's impact on the mechanical behavior of granular materials.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(22308348)the Natural Science Foundation of Liaoning Province of China(2024-MSBA-65)+1 种基金the Qin Chuangyuan Project for Introducing High-Level Innovative and Entrepreneurial Talents(QCYRCXM-2023-024)the Energy Revolution S&T Program of Yulin Innovation Institute of Clean Energy(E201041206).
文摘Accurately acquiring catalyst size and morphology is essential for supporting catalytic reaction process design and optimal control. We report an intelligent catalyst sizing and morphological classification method based on the Mask-RCNN framework. A dataset of 9880 high-resolution images was captured by using a self-made fiber-optic endoscopic system for 13 kinds of silicoaluminophosphate-34 (SAPO-34) catalyst samples with different coke. Then there were approximately 877881 individual particles extracted from this dataset by our AI-based particle recognition algorithm. To clearly describe the morphology of irregular particles, we proposed a hybrid classification criterion that combines five different parameters, which are deformity, circularity, roundness, aspect ratio, and compactness. Therefore, catalyst morphology can be classified into two categories with four types. The first category includes regular types, such as the spherical, ellipsoidal, and rod-shaped types. And all the irregular types fall into the second category. The experimental results showed that a catalyst particle tends to be larger when its coke deposition increased. Whereas particle morphology remained primarily spherical and ellipsoidal, the ratio of each type varied slightly according to its coke. Our findings illustrate that this is a promising approach to be developing intelligent instruments for catalyst particle sizing and classification.
基金supported by the National Science Foundation under Grant No.2327916.
文摘The sedimentary bed morphology modulated by the wake flow of a wall-mounted flexible aquatic vegetation blade across various structural aspect ratios(A_(R)=l/b,where l and b are the length and width of the blade,respectively)and incoming flow velocities was experimentally investigated in a water channel.A surface scanner was implemented to quantify bed topography,and a tomographic particle image velocimetry system was used to characterize the three-dimensional wake flows.The results showed that due to the deflection of incoming flow,the velocity magnitude increased at the lateral sides of the blade,thereby producing distinctive symmetric scour holes in these regions.The normalized morphology profiles of the sedimentary bed,which were extracted along the streamwise direction at the location of the maximum erosion depth,exhibited a self-similar pattern that closely followed a sinusoidal wave profile.The level of velocity magnitude enhancement was highly correlated to the postures of the flexible blade.At a given flow velocity,the blade with lower aspect ratios exhibited less significant deformation,causing more significant near-bed velocity enhancement in the wake deflection zone and therefore leading to higher erosion volumes.Further investigation indicated that when the blade underwent slight deformation,the larger velocity enhancement close to the bed can be attributed to more significant flow deflection effects at the lateral sides of the blade and stronger flow mixing with high momentum flows away from the bed.Supported with measurements,a basic formula was established to quantify the shear stress acting on the sedimentary bed as a function of incoming flow velocity and blade aspect ratio.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(52161007)Science and Technology Planning Project of Guangdong Province of China(20170902,20180902)+1 种基金Science and Technology Planning Project of Yangjiang City of Guangdong Province(SDZX2020009)Research project of Shenzhen city(JSGG20210420091802007).
文摘In order to enhance the wear resistance of 45 steel,a WC/Stellite 6 composite layer with 30%WC which with different morphologies(spherical and irregular)was prepared on the surface of 45 steel by laser cladding technology.The effects of WC morphology on the phase composition,microstructure,microhardness,and wear resistance of the cladding layer were compared and analyzed.The res-ults show that the surface of the cladding layer was well formed.M_(23)C_(6),M_(7)C_(3),WC,and W_(2)C exist in both cladding layers.With the ad-dition of spherical WC,the diffraction peaks of γ-Co appear on the left side of the main peak of Co6W6C.The area of intergranular carbides accounts for a large proportion in the surface layer which with the fine grains.During the process of laser cladding the spherical WC particles with loose structure are prone to melting,including their interior.However,the melting amount of irregular WC particles is finite,which only occurs on the periphery of the particles,and the particle interior is relatively intact.The microhard-ness of two cladding layers gradient increases from the substrate to the surface layer.The surface layer added spherical WC has high-er microhardness,which reaches 790.6 HV1.Nevertheless,the wear resistance of the cladding layer added irregular WC is better than that of the cladding layer added spherical WC.The reason is because that the incompletely melted irregular WC particles are uni-formly distributed in the cladding layer which provided the support points for the cladding layer matrix during the wear process,the wear of the cladding layer by the grinding pair is reduced consequently.
基金supported by the Second Tibetan Plateau Scientific Expedition and Research(STEP)program(No.2019QZKK0106)the Basic Research Fund of CAMS(Nos.2023Z004 and 2023Z015).
文摘Aerosol category and its physicochemical properties are key factors influencing its climate and environmental effects.To further enhance our understanding of aerosols in the Himalayas-Tibetan Plateau region,atmospheric particulate matter samples were collected at three different altitudes on Mount Qomolangma(Everest).Using an automated scanning electron microscope system,the composition,size,and morphology of 52,349 particles were analyzed.The average mass concentrations of PM_(1),PM_(2.5),and PM_(10)were 0.678,5.054,and 16.698μg/m^(3),respectively.Aluminosilicate particles dominated the samples,accounting for 71.5%to 82.8%of PM_(10)mass and 34.7%to 62.4%of the particle number.Quartz particles,carbonate particles,metal oxides,and sulfates were also observed at different periods.Carbonaceous particles made up a significant portion of aerosols,comprising 2.1%to 9.7%of PM_(10)mass and 10.4%to 45.4%of particle number,with their concentration showing an upward trend with altitude.Small amounts of tar ball particles and fly ash particles were also observed,providing direct evidence of anthropogenic influences on high-altitude regions,even at altitudes exceeding 6000 m.The size distribution and abundance of different particle categories were closely related to the transport trajectories of air masses.The morphology of different particle categories varied,with fly ash particles mainly spherical and carbonaceous particles exhibiting higher irregularity.
文摘Background:The endoscopic appearance of the major duodenal papilla influences biliary cannulation and complications.This study aimed to investigate the role of major duodenal papillae in the endoscopic treatment of common bile duct(CBD)stones.Methods:This retrospective study was conducted at Bishan Hospital of Chongqing Medical University between January 2018 and August 2022.Patients with native papillae who underwent endoscopic treatment for CBD stones were recruited and divided into four groups according to Haraldsson's classification of papillae(typesⅠ-Ⅳ).Univariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses were used to identify risk factors for difficult cannulation and post-endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography(ERCP)pancreatitis(PEP).Results:A total of 596 patients with CBD stones were enrolled.The proportion of patients with typeⅠpapilla was the highest(n=231,38.8%),followed by typeⅢpapilla(n=175,29.4%),typeⅣpapilla(n=101,16.9%)and typeⅡpapilla(n=89,14.9%).Difficult cannulation occurred in 188 of 596 patients(31.5%),with most cases occurring in those with typeⅢpapilla(71/175,40.6%,P=0.020).Multivariate logistic analysis revealed that age[odds ratio(OR)=1.034,95%confidence interval(CI):1.021–1.047,P<0.001],typeⅢpapilla(OR=2.255,95%CI:1.439–3.535,P<0.001),gallbladder in situ(OR=2.486,95%CI:1.346–4.590,P=0.004),and CBD diameter<10 mm(OR=1.600,95%CI:1.049–2.441,P=0.029)were risk factors for difficult cannulation.The total incidence of PEP was 10.9%.Compared with the other types of papillae,the rate of PEP was the highest in those with typeⅠpapilla(15.2%,P=0.030).Multivariate analysis demonstrated that PEP was associated with difficult cannulation(OR=1.811,95%CI:1.044–3.143,P=0.035)and white blood cells(WBCs)<10×10~9/L(OR=2.199,95%CI:1.051–4.600,P=0.036).Conclusions:The endoscopic appearance of the major papilla is an important factor that influences both biliary cannulation and outcomes.TypeⅢpapilla is more frequently difficult to cannulate in the endoscopic treatment of CBD stones.
基金National Key R&D Program of China(No.2022YFD2400103).
文摘Deep-sea aquaculture is an emerging trend due to the contamination and overexploitation of nearshore mariculture areas.However,the complex water conditions in the deep sea impose higher demands on the swimming performance of farmed animals.Spotted sea bass(Lateolabrax maculatus)is one of the most economically important fish species in China.To investigate the mechanisms underlying the individual variations in swimming performance among spotted sea bass,we measured their critical swimming speed(U_(crit))and morphological phenotypes.Total length,body length,body weight,caudal region length,and condition factor showed significant positive correlations with absolute Ucrit.In contrast,caudal fin length and pectoral fin length tended to hinder the swimming performance of individual spotted sea bass.Additionally,white muscle tissues from fish exhibiting good swimming performance(relative U_(crit)>8.20 BL/s)and poor swimming performance(relative U_(crit)<7.31 BL/s)were sampled for RNA-seq.A total of 694 differential expression genes(DEGs)were identified through gene expression analysis,with significant enrichment in GO terms such as mitochondrial protein complex,ribosomal subunit,structural constituent of ribosome,and oxidative phosphorylation,as well as genes in KEGG pathways including ribosome and metabolic pathways.In conclusion,our study for the first time comprehensively elucidated the impact of morphology of spotted sea bass on its individual differences in swimming ability,and analyzed the genetic basis underlying swimming ability using transcriptomic methods.This study provides a theoretical basis for the potential breeding varieties of spotted sea bass suitable for deep-sea aquaculture.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.41906148,No.42271086Rejuvenating Yunnan Talents Support Plan Young Talent Program,No.XDYC-QNRC-2023-0322。
文摘A macro-tidal tropical estuary with high fluvial discharge is characterized by both fragility and remarkable dynamism.This study utilizes the Salween River Delta(SRD)as a case example to examine the interplay between morphology and vegetation under similar tidal conditions.Our analysis of correlations and inferences revealed several significant trends in the SRD:(1)an overall expansion of land area and intertidal vegetation,with the most pronounced changes occurring in the eastern sector;(2)the predominance of river discharge influencing the southwestern and northern sectors,contrasted with the primary impact of storm surges in the eastern sector;and(3)three distinct causal relationships among estuarine morphology,vegetation,storm surges,and river discharge:a direct model where river discharge shapes estuarine morphology,a progressive model in which river discharge affects vegetation distribution,subsequently influencing estuarine morphology,and a hybrid model where storm surges directly impact vegetation and indirectly modify its distribution through changes in estuarine morphology.The stability of sediment supply and the role of intertidal vegetation are crucial for the continuous seaward advance,providing a vital foundation for the protection and development of estuarine deltas.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(U22B20127)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(52175305)Taishan Scholars Project(tstp20230618).
文摘A high-quality welding method,named plasma arc welding apparatus with rotating tungsten electrode(abbreviated as PAW-RT),was proposed in this paper.The rotation speed could be adjusted from 0 to 15000 r/min.The rotary motion of the tungsten needle trans-ferred circumferential momentum to the arc as well as the molten pool,thereby conferring the latter with rotating fluid flow charac-teristics.The influences of tungsten electrode rotation speed on PAW arc morphology,weld formation and interfacial microstructure of the final weld joints were discussed by the experimental procedures involving in-situ ablation,surfacing and butt welding.The ex-periments were conducted on Q235B steel.The results indicated that the increase of tungsten electrode rotation speed in PAW-RT contributed to improving arc eccentricity,leading to aesthetically improved welds with more uniformity.Additionally,the strength,hardness and toughness of the welded joint increased,while porosity was reduced.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.22322104,22171074)the Natural Science Foundation of Heilongjiang Province(No.YQ2021B009)+3 种基金the Reform and Development Fund Project of Local University supported by the Central Government(Outstanding Youth Program)Heilongjiang Province Young Scientific and Technological Talent Lifting Project(No.2023QNTJ019)the Basic Research Support Project for Outstanding Young Teachers in Heilongjiang Provincial University(No.YQJH2023129)the Outstanding Youth Science Foundation of Heilongjiang University(No.JCL202301)。
文摘Urea-assisted water electrolysis offers a promising route to reduce energy consumption for hydrogen production and meanwhile treat urea-rich wastewater.Herein,we devised a shear force-involved polyoxometalate-organic supramolecular self-assembly strategy to fabricate 3D hierarchical porous nanoribbon assembly Mn-VN cardoons.A bimetallic polyoxovanadate(POV)with the inherent structural feature of Mn surrounded by[VO_(6)]octahedrons was introduced to trigger precise Mn incorporation in VN lattice,thereby achieving simultaneous morphology engineering and electronic structure modulation.The lattice contraction of VN caused by Mn incorporation drives electron redistribution.The unique hierarchical architecture with modulated electronic structure that provides more exposed active sites,facilitates mass and charge transfer,and optimizes the associated adsorption behavior.Mn-VN exhibits excellent activity with low overpotentials of 86 m V and 1.346 V at 10 m A/cm^(2)for hydrogen evolution reaction(HER)and urea oxidation reaction(UOR),respectively.Accordingly,in the two-electrode urea-assisted water electrolyzer utilizing Mn-VN as a bifunctional catalyst,hydrogen production can occur at low voltage(1.456 V@10 m A/cm^(2)),which has the advantages of energy saving and competitive durability over traditional water electrolysis.This work provides a simple and mild route to construct nanostructures and modulate electronic structure for designing high-efficiency electrocatalysts.
基金supported by the Taiyuan Major Science and Technology Project Fund in 2021,Fund for Shanxi“1331 Project,”Key Research and Development Program of Shanxi Province(202102040201011)the Zhanjiang Marine Equipment and Marine Biological Industry Unveiled the Talent Team Project(2021E05034).
文摘The toughness of thermoplastic polymers such as polypropylene(PP)can be improved by adding elastomers-based toughening agents,and the phase morphology of these toughening agents is very important for the strength and toughness of PP.The low-temperature toughness of PP was improved by inserting high-density polyethylene(HDPE)between PP and polystyrene-b-ethylene-co-propyleneb-polystyrene(SEPS)to form an unusual SEPS@HDPE core–shell structure,with SEPS as the core and HDPE as the shell.Based on the microtopography and rheological behavior characterization,HDPE in PP/SEPS/HDPE composites was found to serve as an emulsifier,decrease the size of SEPS particles,and promote the homogeneous dispersion of dispersed phase particles in the matrix.An increase in the HDPE content shifted the toughening mechanism of PP composites from cavitation to matrix shear yielding.The reduction in the distance between the dispersed core–shell structure particles promoted shear yielding in the PP composites,leading to increased toughness.The creation of an intermediate HDPE layer with a moderate modulus was crucial for dispersing stress concentrations and significantly improving toughness without compromising the tensile strength.These findings will facilitate the fabrication of high-toughness PP products at low temperatures.
基金financially supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Guangdong Province(No.2024A1515010639)PolyU Postdoc Matching Fund Scheme(No.1-W327),PolyU Grant(No.1-CE0H)+3 种基金Shenzhen Science and Technology Program(No.ZDSYS20220606100406016)Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Photonics and Biophotonics(No.ZDSYS20210623092006020)National Key Laboratory of Green and Long-Life Road Engineering in Extreme Environment(Shenzhen)(No.868-000003010103)National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52208272)。
文摘Fueled by the increasing imperative for sustainable energy solutions and the burgeoning emphasis on health awareness,self-powered techniques have undergone notable strides in advancement.Triboelectric nanogenerators(TENGs)stand out as a prominent device capitalizing on the principles of triboelectrification and electrostatic induction to generate electricity or electrical signals.In efforts to augment the electrical output performance of TENGs and broaden their range of applications,researchers have endeavored to refine materials,surface morphology,and structural design.Among them,physical morphological modifications play a pivotal role in enhancing the electrical properties of TENGs by increasing the contact surface area,which can be achieved by building micro-/nano-structures on the surface or inside the friction material.In this review,we summarize the common morphologies of TENGs,categorize the morphologies into surface and internal structures,and elucidate their roles in enhancing the electric output performance of devices.Moreover,we systematically classify the methodologies employed for morphological preparation into physical and chemical approaches,thereby furnishing a comprehensive survey of the diverse techniques.Subsequently,typical applications of TENGs with special morphology divided by energy harvesting and self-powered sensors are presented.Finally,an overview of the challenges and future trajectories pertinent to TENGs is conducted.Through this endeavor,the aim of this article is to catalyze the evolution of further strategies for enhancing performance of TENGs.
基金Project supported by China Postdoctoral Science Foundation (Grant No. 2023M742049)Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation (Grant No. 2023A1515110844)the Innovative Training Program for College Students (Grant No. 20249076)。
文摘The structural phase transition of MnO_(2) nanorods was investigated using in situ high pressure synchrotron x-ray diffraction(XRD) and transmission electron microscopy(TEM). At pressures exceeding 10.9 GPa, a second-order structural phase transition from tetragonal to orthogonal, which was accompanied by fine-scale crystal twinning phenomena, was observed in MnO_(2) nanorods. On account of the significant contribution of surface energy, the phase transition pressure exhibited appreciable hysteresis compared with the bulk counterparts, suggesting the enhanced structural stability of nanorod morphology. These findings reveal that the size and morphology exhibit a manifest correlation with the high pressure behavior of MnO_(2) nanomaterials, providing useful insights into the intricate interplay between structure and properties.
