Rectifying circuit,as a crucial component for converting alternating current into direct current,plays a pivotal role in energy harvesting microsystems.Traditional silicon-based or germanium-based rectifier diodes hin...Rectifying circuit,as a crucial component for converting alternating current into direct current,plays a pivotal role in energy harvesting microsystems.Traditional silicon-based or germanium-based rectifier diodes hinder system integration due to their specific manufacturing processes.Conversely,metal oxide diodes,with their simple fabrication techniques,offer advantages for system integration.The oxygen vacancy defect of oxide semiconductor will greatly affect the electrical performance of the device,so the performance of the diode can be effectively controlled by adjusting the oxygen vacancy concentration.This study centers on optimizing the performance of diodes by modulating the oxygen vacancy concentration within InGaZnO films through control of oxygen flows during the sputtering process.Experimental results demonstrate that the diode exhibits a forward current density of 43.82 A·cm^(−2),with a rectification ratio of 6.94×10^(4),efficiently rectifying input sine signals with 1 kHz frequency and 5 V magnitude.These results demonstrate its potential in energy conversion and management.By adjusting the oxygen vacancy,a methodology is provided for optimizing the performance of rectifying diodes.展开更多
Nitrate pollution poses a significant environmental challenge,and photocatalytic nitrate reduction has garnered considerable attention due to its efficiency and environmental advantages.Among these,the development of ...Nitrate pollution poses a significant environmental challenge,and photocatalytic nitrate reduction has garnered considerable attention due to its efficiency and environmental advantages.Among these,the development of Schottky junctions shows considerable potential for practical applications.However,the impact of metal nanoparticle size within Schottky junctions on photocatalytic nitrate reduction remains largely unexplored.In this study,we propose a novel method to modulate metal nanoparticle size within Schottky junctions by controlling light intensity during the photodeposition process.Smaller Au nanoparticles were found to enhance electron accumulation at active sites by promoting charge transfer from COF to Au,thereby improving internal electron transport.Additionally,the Schottky barrier effectively suppressed reverse electron transfer while enhancing NO_(3)^(–)adsorption and activation.The Au_(2-)COF exhibited remarkable nitrate reduction performance,achieving an ammonia yield of 382.48μmol g^(–1)h^(–1),5.7 times higher than that of pure COF.This work provides novel theoretical and practical insights into using controlled light intensity to regulate metal nanoparticle size within Schottky junctions,thereby enhancing photocatalytic nitrate reduction.展开更多
There is limited research reported on the multiple loss mechanism of electromagnetic waves(EMW)and the development of interface models.Dielectric loss and magnetic loss,as the two primary attenuation mechanisms in EMW...There is limited research reported on the multiple loss mechanism of electromagnetic waves(EMW)and the development of interface models.Dielectric loss and magnetic loss,as the two primary attenuation mechanisms in EMW absorbers,still pose challenges,especially in elucidating the correlation between composition,morphology,interface,and performance.Here,we construct 3D hierarchical porous conducting network structures and Schottky heterojunctions(MoNi_(4)@NC-NiFe_(2)O_(4)@NC)with a high density of defects,using trimetallic NiMoFe-MOFs.Synergistic enhancement of the dielectric and magnetic losses is realized through manipulation of the defects,interfaces,phase engineering,and magnetic resonance.In particular,the even dispersion of magnetic MoNi_(4) and NiFe_(2)O_(4)nanoparticles(NPs)within the carbon matrix triggers the creation of multiple heterogeneous interfaces.These inseparable interfaces,along with oxygen vacancies,play a role in enhancing dielectric polarization,while the closely spaced interactions among magnetic units contribute to magnetic loss.After optimizing the interfacial structure,NiFe_(2)O_(4)/MoNi_(4)-NC exhibits remarkable EMW absorption properties.A reflection loss(RL)value of-67.91 dB can be achieved at an ultra-thin thickness of 1.95 mm,and the effective absorption bandwidth(EAB,RL≤-10 dB)is as high as 5.76 GHz.Furthermore,we conducted radar scattering cross-section(RCS)simulations using computer simulation technology(CST)software,which revealed that NiFe_(2)O_(4)/MoNi_(4)-NC exhibits an RCS reduction value of 39.1 dB m^(2).Hence,this work provides comprehensive guidance for the construction of Schottky heterojunctions for lightweight EMW absorbers from a mechanistic point of view.展开更多
Plasmon-induced hot electron can transfer from noble metal to its cohesive semiconductor in their heterostructure to initiate the photocatalytic reaction upon resonance excitation.However,the co-excitation of semicond...Plasmon-induced hot electron can transfer from noble metal to its cohesive semiconductor in their heterostructure to initiate the photocatalytic reaction upon resonance excitation.However,the co-excitation of semiconductor in the heterostructure would also lead to the inversus transfer of photo-electron from semiconductor to noble metal,which inevitably limits the use of active electrons.After co-excitation of both localized surface plasmon resonance(LSPR)of noble metal and interband transition of semiconductor,the interfacial electron transfer process strongly depends on the energy band configuration of their heterostructure.When the Au content in the AuAg alloy nanoparticles(NPs)changes from 0 to 100 at.%,the interfacial energy band configuration at AuAg NPs/TiO_(2) NPs in the electrospun nanofibers(NFs)shifts from Ohmic to Schottky contacts.Further investigation finds that the optimal Schottky barrier configuration in Au_(0.25)Ag_(0.75)/TiO_(2) NFs can not only boost the plasmon-induced hot electron transfer from Au_(0.25)Ag_(0.75) to TiO_(2) NPs,but also suppresses the backflow of photo-electrons from TiO_(2) to Au_(0.25)Ag_(0.75) NPs in NFs.Thus,upon UV-visible light irradiation,the CO_(2) photo-reduction activity of Au_(0.25)Ag_(0.75)/TiO_(2) NFs is~3 and~2 times higher than that of either Ag/TiO_(2) or Au/TiO_(2) NFs.展开更多
Schottky mass spectrometry utilizing heavy-ion storage rings is a powerful technique for the precise mass and decay half-life measurements of highly charged ions.Owing to the nondestructive ion detection features of S...Schottky mass spectrometry utilizing heavy-ion storage rings is a powerful technique for the precise mass and decay half-life measurements of highly charged ions.Owing to the nondestructive ion detection features of Schottky noise detectors,the number of stored ions in the ring is determined by the peak area in the measured revolution frequency spectrum.Because of their intrinsic amplitude-frequency characteristic(AFC),Schottky detector systems exhibit varying sensitivities at different frequencies.Using low-energy electron-cooled stored ions,a new method is developed to calibrate the AFC curve of the Schottky detector system of the Experimental Cooler Storage Ring(CSRe)storage ring located in Lanzhou,China.Using the amplitude-calibrated frequency spectrum,a notable refinement was observed in the precision of both the peak position and peak area.As a result,the storage lifetimes of the electron-cooled fully ionized^(56)Fe^(26+)ions were determined with high precision at beam energies of 13.7 and 116.4 MeV/u,despite of frequency drifts during the experiment.When electron cooling was turned off,the effective vacuum condition experienced by the 116.4 MeV/u^(56)Fe^(26+)ions was determined using amplitude-calibrated spectra,revealing a value of 2×10^(−10)mbar,which is consistent with vacuum gauge readings along the CSRe ring.The method reported herein will be adapted for the next-generation storage ring of the HIAF facility under construction in Huizhou,China.It can also be adapted to other storage ring facilities worldwide to improve precision and enhance lifetime measurements using many ions in the ring.展开更多
This paper theoretically investigates the influence of a cylindrical PN junction on the propagation characteristics of shear cylindrical waves(SCWs)in an infinitely long piezoelectric semiconductor(PS)concentric cylin...This paper theoretically investigates the influence of a cylindrical PN junction on the propagation characteristics of shear cylindrical waves(SCWs)in an infinitely long piezoelectric semiconductor(PS)concentric cylinder structure.This PS concentric cylinder structure is composed of three regions:an inner PS cylinder,an outer PS cylindrical shell,and a cylindrical PN junction at the interface between the two aforementioned regions.First,the basic equations of the PS concentric cylinder structure are derived,taking into account the coupling of the mechanical displacement,electric potential,and charge carrier perturbation in the cylindrical coordinate system.Next,a mathematical model for the SCWs in this PS concentric cylinder structure is established,utilizing the spectral method and considering the physical characteristics of the cylindrical PN junction.Finally,the dispersion and attenuation curves of the SCWs are numerically calculated to discuss the influence of the interface effect resulting from the cylindrical PN junction.It is found that the existence of a cylindrical PN junction can either reduce or enhance the mechanical-to-electrical energy conversion,which is closely related to the doping mode,doping concentration,and curvature radius of the cylindrical interface.A reasonable design of the aforementioned parameters can optimize the wave motion in acoustic equipment formed by PS media with different frequencies or wavelengths.The construction and resolution of the mathematical model as well as the analysis of physical mechanisms can offer theoretical guidance for improving the efficiency of energy conversion from mechanical energy to electrical energy and optimizing the acoustic performance of energy harvesting devices.展开更多
Panax notoginseng saponins(PNS)is the primary active component of the traditional Chinese medicine P.notoginseng.This compound exhibits a range of pharmacological effects,including anti-inflammatory,antioxidant,and an...Panax notoginseng saponins(PNS)is the primary active component of the traditional Chinese medicine P.notoginseng.This compound exhibits a range of pharmacological effects,including anti-inflammatory,antioxidant,and antiplatelet aggregation properties,as well as the enhancement of microcirculation.The extensive research on the modernization of traditional Chinese medicine has garnered significant attention regarding the application of PNS in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases.Research has demonstrated that PNS interventions significantly improve the pathological progression of cardiovascular disease through synergistic effects involving multiple targets and pathways.This paper summarizes the pharmacological mechanisms,clinical research advancements,safety,and potential adverse reactions associated with PNS in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases,in order to provide theoretical references for future research and practical applications in this field.展开更多
Based on the nonlinear drift-diffusion(NLDD)model,the coupled behavior between the mechanical and electrical fields in piezoelectric semiconductor(PS)PN junctions under two typical loading conditions is investigated.T...Based on the nonlinear drift-diffusion(NLDD)model,the coupled behavior between the mechanical and electrical fields in piezoelectric semiconductor(PS)PN junctions under two typical loading conditions is investigated.The governing equations for the general shell structure of the PS PN junction are derived within the framework of virtual work principles and charge continuity conditions.The distributions of the electromechanical coupling field are obtained by the Fourier series expansion and the differential quadrature method(DQM),and the nonlinearity is addressed with the iterative method.Several numerical examples are presented to investigate the effects of mechanical loading on the charge carrier transport characteristics.It is found that the barrier height of the heterojunction can be effectively modulated by mechanical loading.Furthermore,a nonlinearity index is introduced to quantify the influence of nonlinearity in the model.It is noted that,when the concentration difference between the two sides is considerable,the nonlinear results differ significantly from the linear results,thereby necessitating the adoption of the NLDD model.展开更多
In this paper,the dispersion,attenuation,and bandgap characteristics of in-plane coupled Bloch waves in one-dimensional piezoelectric semiconductor(PSC)phononic crystals are investigated,emphasizing the influence of p...In this paper,the dispersion,attenuation,and bandgap characteristics of in-plane coupled Bloch waves in one-dimensional piezoelectric semiconductor(PSC)phononic crystals are investigated,emphasizing the influence of positive-negative(PN)junctions.Unlike piezoelectric phononic crystals,the coupled Bloch waves in PSC phononic crystals are attenuated due to their semiconductor properties,and thus the solution of Bloch waves becomes more complicated.The transfer matrix of the phononic crystal unit cell is obtained using the state transfer equation.By applying the Bloch theorem for periodic structures,the dispersion relation of the coupled Bloch waves is derived,and the dispersion,attenuation,and bandgap are obtained in the complex wave number domain.It is found that the influence of the PN junction cannot be neglected.Moreover,the effects of the PN junction under different apparent wave numbers and steady-state carrier concentrations are provided.This indicates the feasibility of adjusting the propagation characteristics of Bloch waves through the regulation of the PN heterojunction.展开更多
文摘Rectifying circuit,as a crucial component for converting alternating current into direct current,plays a pivotal role in energy harvesting microsystems.Traditional silicon-based or germanium-based rectifier diodes hinder system integration due to their specific manufacturing processes.Conversely,metal oxide diodes,with their simple fabrication techniques,offer advantages for system integration.The oxygen vacancy defect of oxide semiconductor will greatly affect the electrical performance of the device,so the performance of the diode can be effectively controlled by adjusting the oxygen vacancy concentration.This study centers on optimizing the performance of diodes by modulating the oxygen vacancy concentration within InGaZnO films through control of oxygen flows during the sputtering process.Experimental results demonstrate that the diode exhibits a forward current density of 43.82 A·cm^(−2),with a rectification ratio of 6.94×10^(4),efficiently rectifying input sine signals with 1 kHz frequency and 5 V magnitude.These results demonstrate its potential in energy conversion and management.By adjusting the oxygen vacancy,a methodology is provided for optimizing the performance of rectifying diodes.
文摘Nitrate pollution poses a significant environmental challenge,and photocatalytic nitrate reduction has garnered considerable attention due to its efficiency and environmental advantages.Among these,the development of Schottky junctions shows considerable potential for practical applications.However,the impact of metal nanoparticle size within Schottky junctions on photocatalytic nitrate reduction remains largely unexplored.In this study,we propose a novel method to modulate metal nanoparticle size within Schottky junctions by controlling light intensity during the photodeposition process.Smaller Au nanoparticles were found to enhance electron accumulation at active sites by promoting charge transfer from COF to Au,thereby improving internal electron transport.Additionally,the Schottky barrier effectively suppressed reverse electron transfer while enhancing NO_(3)^(–)adsorption and activation.The Au_(2-)COF exhibited remarkable nitrate reduction performance,achieving an ammonia yield of 382.48μmol g^(–1)h^(–1),5.7 times higher than that of pure COF.This work provides novel theoretical and practical insights into using controlled light intensity to regulate metal nanoparticle size within Schottky junctions,thereby enhancing photocatalytic nitrate reduction.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.22269010)the Jiangxi Provincial Natural Science Foundation(No.20224BAB214021).
文摘There is limited research reported on the multiple loss mechanism of electromagnetic waves(EMW)and the development of interface models.Dielectric loss and magnetic loss,as the two primary attenuation mechanisms in EMW absorbers,still pose challenges,especially in elucidating the correlation between composition,morphology,interface,and performance.Here,we construct 3D hierarchical porous conducting network structures and Schottky heterojunctions(MoNi_(4)@NC-NiFe_(2)O_(4)@NC)with a high density of defects,using trimetallic NiMoFe-MOFs.Synergistic enhancement of the dielectric and magnetic losses is realized through manipulation of the defects,interfaces,phase engineering,and magnetic resonance.In particular,the even dispersion of magnetic MoNi_(4) and NiFe_(2)O_(4)nanoparticles(NPs)within the carbon matrix triggers the creation of multiple heterogeneous interfaces.These inseparable interfaces,along with oxygen vacancies,play a role in enhancing dielectric polarization,while the closely spaced interactions among magnetic units contribute to magnetic loss.After optimizing the interfacial structure,NiFe_(2)O_(4)/MoNi_(4)-NC exhibits remarkable EMW absorption properties.A reflection loss(RL)value of-67.91 dB can be achieved at an ultra-thin thickness of 1.95 mm,and the effective absorption bandwidth(EAB,RL≤-10 dB)is as high as 5.76 GHz.Furthermore,we conducted radar scattering cross-section(RCS)simulations using computer simulation technology(CST)software,which revealed that NiFe_(2)O_(4)/MoNi_(4)-NC exhibits an RCS reduction value of 39.1 dB m^(2).Hence,this work provides comprehensive guidance for the construction of Schottky heterojunctions for lightweight EMW absorbers from a mechanistic point of view.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.:22472021,U23A20102,12074055,22402021 and 62005036)Liaoning Revitalization Talents Program(XLYC2202036,XLYC1807176)+4 种基金Natural Science Foundation of Liaoning Province for Excellent Young Scholars(2022-YQ-13)Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(044420250072)Dalian Science Foundation for Distinguished Young Scholars(2018RJ05)Natural Science Foundation of Liaoning Province(2023-MS-132)Joint Funds of the Science and Technology Program of Liaoning Province(No.2024JH2/102600101).
文摘Plasmon-induced hot electron can transfer from noble metal to its cohesive semiconductor in their heterostructure to initiate the photocatalytic reaction upon resonance excitation.However,the co-excitation of semiconductor in the heterostructure would also lead to the inversus transfer of photo-electron from semiconductor to noble metal,which inevitably limits the use of active electrons.After co-excitation of both localized surface plasmon resonance(LSPR)of noble metal and interband transition of semiconductor,the interfacial electron transfer process strongly depends on the energy band configuration of their heterostructure.When the Au content in the AuAg alloy nanoparticles(NPs)changes from 0 to 100 at.%,the interfacial energy band configuration at AuAg NPs/TiO_(2) NPs in the electrospun nanofibers(NFs)shifts from Ohmic to Schottky contacts.Further investigation finds that the optimal Schottky barrier configuration in Au_(0.25)Ag_(0.75)/TiO_(2) NFs can not only boost the plasmon-induced hot electron transfer from Au_(0.25)Ag_(0.75) to TiO_(2) NPs,but also suppresses the backflow of photo-electrons from TiO_(2) to Au_(0.25)Ag_(0.75) NPs in NFs.Thus,upon UV-visible light irradiation,the CO_(2) photo-reduction activity of Au_(0.25)Ag_(0.75)/TiO_(2) NFs is~3 and~2 times higher than that of either Ag/TiO_(2) or Au/TiO_(2) NFs.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China (No. 2023YFA1606401 and 2018YFA0404401)the Young Scholar of Regional Development,CAS ([2023] 15)+1 种基金Chinese Academy of Sciences Stable Support for Young Teams in Basic Research (No. YSBR-002)Special Fund for Strategic Pilot Technology of Chinese Academy of Sciences (No. XDB34000000)
文摘Schottky mass spectrometry utilizing heavy-ion storage rings is a powerful technique for the precise mass and decay half-life measurements of highly charged ions.Owing to the nondestructive ion detection features of Schottky noise detectors,the number of stored ions in the ring is determined by the peak area in the measured revolution frequency spectrum.Because of their intrinsic amplitude-frequency characteristic(AFC),Schottky detector systems exhibit varying sensitivities at different frequencies.Using low-energy electron-cooled stored ions,a new method is developed to calibrate the AFC curve of the Schottky detector system of the Experimental Cooler Storage Ring(CSRe)storage ring located in Lanzhou,China.Using the amplitude-calibrated frequency spectrum,a notable refinement was observed in the precision of both the peak position and peak area.As a result,the storage lifetimes of the electron-cooled fully ionized^(56)Fe^(26+)ions were determined with high precision at beam energies of 13.7 and 116.4 MeV/u,despite of frequency drifts during the experiment.When electron cooling was turned off,the effective vacuum condition experienced by the 116.4 MeV/u^(56)Fe^(26+)ions was determined using amplitude-calibrated spectra,revealing a value of 2×10^(−10)mbar,which is consistent with vacuum gauge readings along the CSRe ring.The method reported herein will be adapted for the next-generation storage ring of the HIAF facility under construction in Huizhou,China.It can also be adapted to other storage ring facilities worldwide to improve precision and enhance lifetime measurements using many ions in the ring.
基金Project supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.12202039,52204085,and 52474123)。
文摘This paper theoretically investigates the influence of a cylindrical PN junction on the propagation characteristics of shear cylindrical waves(SCWs)in an infinitely long piezoelectric semiconductor(PS)concentric cylinder structure.This PS concentric cylinder structure is composed of three regions:an inner PS cylinder,an outer PS cylindrical shell,and a cylindrical PN junction at the interface between the two aforementioned regions.First,the basic equations of the PS concentric cylinder structure are derived,taking into account the coupling of the mechanical displacement,electric potential,and charge carrier perturbation in the cylindrical coordinate system.Next,a mathematical model for the SCWs in this PS concentric cylinder structure is established,utilizing the spectral method and considering the physical characteristics of the cylindrical PN junction.Finally,the dispersion and attenuation curves of the SCWs are numerically calculated to discuss the influence of the interface effect resulting from the cylindrical PN junction.It is found that the existence of a cylindrical PN junction can either reduce or enhance the mechanical-to-electrical energy conversion,which is closely related to the doping mode,doping concentration,and curvature radius of the cylindrical interface.A reasonable design of the aforementioned parameters can optimize the wave motion in acoustic equipment formed by PS media with different frequencies or wavelengths.The construction and resolution of the mathematical model as well as the analysis of physical mechanisms can offer theoretical guidance for improving the efficiency of energy conversion from mechanical energy to electrical energy and optimizing the acoustic performance of energy harvesting devices.
文摘Panax notoginseng saponins(PNS)is the primary active component of the traditional Chinese medicine P.notoginseng.This compound exhibits a range of pharmacological effects,including anti-inflammatory,antioxidant,and antiplatelet aggregation properties,as well as the enhancement of microcirculation.The extensive research on the modernization of traditional Chinese medicine has garnered significant attention regarding the application of PNS in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases.Research has demonstrated that PNS interventions significantly improve the pathological progression of cardiovascular disease through synergistic effects involving multiple targets and pathways.This paper summarizes the pharmacological mechanisms,clinical research advancements,safety,and potential adverse reactions associated with PNS in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases,in order to provide theoretical references for future research and practical applications in this field.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2023YFE0111000)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.12372151,12302200,12172171,12172183,and U24A2005)+6 种基金the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province of China(No.BK20230873)the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(No.2023M731671)the Jiangsu Funding Program for Excellent Postdoctoral Talent(No.2023ZB156)the Shenzhen Science and Technology Program(No.JCYJ20230807142004009)the Jiangsu Association for Science&Technology Youth Science&Technology Talents Lifting Projectthe Russian Ministry of Science and Higher Education(No.075-15-2023-580)the Shenzhen Longhua Science and Technology Innovation Special Funding(Industrial Sci-Tech Innovation Center of Low-Altitude Intelligent Networking)。
文摘Based on the nonlinear drift-diffusion(NLDD)model,the coupled behavior between the mechanical and electrical fields in piezoelectric semiconductor(PS)PN junctions under two typical loading conditions is investigated.The governing equations for the general shell structure of the PS PN junction are derived within the framework of virtual work principles and charge continuity conditions.The distributions of the electromechanical coupling field are obtained by the Fourier series expansion and the differential quadrature method(DQM),and the nonlinearity is addressed with the iterative method.Several numerical examples are presented to investigate the effects of mechanical loading on the charge carrier transport characteristics.It is found that the barrier height of the heterojunction can be effectively modulated by mechanical loading.Furthermore,a nonlinearity index is introduced to quantify the influence of nonlinearity in the model.It is noted that,when the concentration difference between the two sides is considerable,the nonlinear results differ significantly from the linear results,thereby necessitating the adoption of the NLDD model.
基金Project supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.11872105,12072022,11911530176,and 12202039)。
文摘In this paper,the dispersion,attenuation,and bandgap characteristics of in-plane coupled Bloch waves in one-dimensional piezoelectric semiconductor(PSC)phononic crystals are investigated,emphasizing the influence of positive-negative(PN)junctions.Unlike piezoelectric phononic crystals,the coupled Bloch waves in PSC phononic crystals are attenuated due to their semiconductor properties,and thus the solution of Bloch waves becomes more complicated.The transfer matrix of the phononic crystal unit cell is obtained using the state transfer equation.By applying the Bloch theorem for periodic structures,the dispersion relation of the coupled Bloch waves is derived,and the dispersion,attenuation,and bandgap are obtained in the complex wave number domain.It is found that the influence of the PN junction cannot be neglected.Moreover,the effects of the PN junction under different apparent wave numbers and steady-state carrier concentrations are provided.This indicates the feasibility of adjusting the propagation characteristics of Bloch waves through the regulation of the PN heterojunction.