Mosaic structure ZrC-SiC coatings were fabricated on low-density, porous C/C composites via thermal evaporation and an in-situ method. ZrC was packed in a typical lamellar mode, and the mosaic structure was formed by ...Mosaic structure ZrC-SiC coatings were fabricated on low-density, porous C/C composites via thermal evaporation and an in-situ method. ZrC was packed in a typical lamellar mode, and the mosaic structure was formed by the deposition of Zr and Si atoms on the shallow surface of the porous C/C composites.Ablation analysis showed that the defects in the coatings originate from the boundary between the ZrC and holes created by the consumption of SiC at 2500℃. After ablation for 200 s at 3000℃, a dense ZrO2 layer formed on the coating surface, and the defects were sealed owing to the continuous supply of ablative components. The mass and line ablation rates of the Zr C-SiC coatings were-0.46 ± 0.15 mg cm^-2·s^-1 and-1.00± 0.04 μm s^-1, respectively.展开更多
Carbon fiber-reinforced carbon aerogel(C/CA)composites are one of the most promising candidates for applications requiring both thermal insulation and load bearing capabilities.The preparation of anti-oxidation coatin...Carbon fiber-reinforced carbon aerogel(C/CA)composites are one of the most promising candidates for applications requiring both thermal insulation and load bearing capabilities.The preparation of anti-oxidation coatings on C/CA to address its susceptibility to oxidation is a feasible approach to promote its application in oxidative environments.However,the currently reported coatings on C/CA mainly focus on improving the ablation performance and coating preparation process typically necessitating high-temperature heat treatment.This procedure can increase its thermal conductivity and reduce its thermal insulation ability.In this study,a series of ceramic-resin coatings were fabricated on C/CA through a simple slurry brushing-drying approach at room temperature.The effects of phenolic resin content on the coating structure,residual stress,thermal shock,and oxidation behaviors were investigated.Due to the adhesive properties and curing-induced shrinkage,the PR-7.5 coating(containing 7.5%(in mass)phenolic resin in the slurry)exhibits bonding strength close to fracture strength of the substrate and residual compressive stress of 0.853 GPa,which is beneficial for resisting thermal shock cracking.However,excessive resin content(PR-10.0 containing 10.0%(in mass)phenolic resin in the slurry)induces tensile stress due to uneven curing shrinkage,thereby leading to thermal shock cracking.Meanwhile,oxidation tests reveal significantly reduced weight losses for PR-7.5(17.46%at 800℃/100 min,8.15%at 1000℃/120 min,3.15%at 1200℃/120 min)versus uncoated C/CA’s 44.60%loss at 800℃/20 min.This work provides a brand-new and simple approach to improving the anti-oxidation performance of C/CA and expands its application in mild oxidative environments.展开更多
The TiB+TiC dual-reinforced B_(4)C/TC4 composite was in-situ fabricated via incorporating 0.5wt%B_(4)C reinforcement during the laser melting deposition process.Different heat treatments of annealing and solid solutio...The TiB+TiC dual-reinforced B_(4)C/TC4 composite was in-situ fabricated via incorporating 0.5wt%B_(4)C reinforcement during the laser melting deposition process.Different heat treatments of annealing and solid solution were used to regulate the microstructure,mechanical properties,and corrosion properties of B_(4)C/TC4 composite.Results show that with the increase in temperature from 500℃to 800°C,partial lamellarα-Ti in the as-deposited sample is gradually transformed into equiaxedα-Ti,accompanied by the disappearance of basketweave microstructure.At 1100°C,a small portion of TiC phase suffers fusion.This composite exhibits the optimal combination of strength and plasticity after annealing at 500℃for 4 h followed by furnace cooling,which is attributed to the stress release effect and the refined basketweave microstructure.However,this composite shows a decline in corrosion resistance after various heat treatments due to grain coarsening and micro-galvanic corrosion.展开更多
To overcome the limitations of traditional single-crystal X-ray diffraction(SCXRD)for microcrystalline materials and the peak-overlapping issue of powder X-ray diffraction(PXRD),this study employed cryogenic continuou...To overcome the limitations of traditional single-crystal X-ray diffraction(SCXRD)for microcrystalline materials and the peak-overlapping issue of powder X-ray diffraction(PXRD),this study employed cryogenic continuous rotation electron diffraction(cryo-cRED)with a low-dose strategy to determine the crystal structure of CL30,a novel silicogermanate framework.It is confirmed that CL30 crystallizes in the C2/m space group and has layered topology composed of discontinuous zigzag chains connected by double four-membered ring(d4r)units,with fluoride anions(F^(-))occluded in the d4r units.In CL30,charge balance involves organic structure-directing agent(OSDA)cations,occluded F^(-),and terminal oxygen sites whose protonation state cannot be established from the present three dimensional(3D)ED data.F^(-)encapsulated in the d4r units contributes to charge compensation as the counter-anion to OSDA cations,rather than only balancing the framework charge.Although the refinement indices(R_(1)=0.29,wR_(2)=0.71)exceeded typical small-molecule crystallography standards,the structural model remained highly reliable,as supported by geometric restraints and validation.In electron diffraction,elevated R_(1) values are commonly attributed to the intrinsic factors of the technique,such as dynamic scattering,detector noise from scintillator-based detectors,and TEM stage instability(large spheres of confusion).This study introduces a new structural prototype to the silicogermanate family and establishes a feasible workflow for determining the structures of radiation-sensitive microcrystalline porous materials.展开更多
Graphite and hexagonal boron nitride(h-BN),despite their structural similarity,exhibit opposing electronic properties,namely,metallic conductivity and wide-bandgap insulation,respectively.In recent years,graphene-h-BN...Graphite and hexagonal boron nitride(h-BN),despite their structural similarity,exhibit opposing electronic properties,namely,metallic conductivity and wide-bandgap insulation,respectively.In recent years,graphene-h-BN heterostructures have attracted significant research interest,with the resulting hybrid B-C-N atomic-layer systems exhibiting distinctive electronic properties.Notably,interface effects play a decisive role in governing the performance of these heterostructures.Nevertheless,owing to the lack of high-quality composites,the interfacial structure in B-C-N materials and the correlation with critical properties such as charge transport and band structure modulation are not fully clear.Here,we report the direct synthesis of a millimeter-sized hexagonal B-C-N composite via a solvent method under high-pressure and high-temperature conditions.Structural characterization reveals that the synthesized B-C-N composite contains isolated graphite and h-BN.Compared with pure h-BN,the B-C-N composite has a narrower bandgap and shows a pronounced photoelectric response in the visible light region.More interestingly,we find a graphite-like B-C compound with a thickness of about 30 nm at the graphite-h-BN interface,which forms Schottky junctions with graphite,thus realizing rectification properties.Our findings provide a method for synthesizing highquality B-C-N composites and offer new insights into the structure of the graphite-h-BN interface.展开更多
Multicomponent(Hf-Zr-Ta)B_(2)potentially provides improved ablation resistance compared with silicon-based ceramics.Here we deposited(Hf_(0.5-x/2)Zr_(0.5-x/2)Ta_(x))B_(2)(x=0,0.1,and 0.2)coatings onto C/C com-posites,...Multicomponent(Hf-Zr-Ta)B_(2)potentially provides improved ablation resistance compared with silicon-based ceramics.Here we deposited(Hf_(0.5-x/2)Zr_(0.5-x/2)Ta_(x))B_(2)(x=0,0.1,and 0.2)coatings onto C/C com-posites,and investigated their ablation behaviors under an oxyacetylene torch with a heat flux of 2.4 MW m^(-2).It was observed that the x=0.1 oxide scale bulged but was denser,and the x=0.2 oxide scale was blown away due to the formation of excessive liquid.Based on these findings,we further de-veloped a duplex(Hf-Zr-Ta)B_(2)coating that showed a linear recession rate close to zero(0.11μm s^(-1))after two 120-s ablation cycles.It is identified that the resulting oxide scale is mainly composed of(Hf,Zr)_(6)Ta_(2)O_(17)and(Hf,Zr,Ta)O_(2)by performing aberration-corrected(scanning)transmission electron microscopy.The protective mechanism is related to the peritectic transformation of orthorhombic-(Hf,Zr)_(6)Ta_(2)O_(17)to tetragonal-(Hf,Zr,Ta)O_(2)plus Ta-dominated liquid.This study contributes to the develop-ment of Ta-containing multicomponent UHTC bulk and coatings for ultra-high temperature applications.展开更多
To enhance the anti-corrosion performance of TC4 alloy across a wide temperature range for modern aircrafts operating in increasingly harsh environments, the (TiB+TiC) hybrid reinforced TC4 composites were prepared by...To enhance the anti-corrosion performance of TC4 alloy across a wide temperature range for modern aircrafts operating in increasingly harsh environments, the (TiB+TiC) hybrid reinforced TC4 composites were prepared by laser melting deposition (LMD) via the in-situ reaction between B_(4)C reinforcement and molten TC4 alloy. The effect of B_(4)C content (0, 0.5, 1.5, wt%) on the microstructure and room/high-temperature corrosion behaviour of the composites was investigated. Microstructural analysis revealed that the microstructure of the composites was significantly influenced by the B_(4)C content. The composite containing 0.5 wt% B_(4)C exhibited an optimal microstructure characterized by refined grains, equiaxed α-Ti transformed from lath-shaped α-Ti, well-distributed (TiB+TiC) phases with a proper amount and reduced pore/dislocation defects. This composite also demonstrated the best corrosion resistance at both room temperature (25 ℃) and high temperature (800 ℃), which was primarily attributed to its comprehensive advantages including a favorable microstructure, a uniform dispersion of thermally stable (TiB+TiC) phases and a stable passivation film.展开更多
To improve the compactness and properties of C/C-SiC-ZrC composites produced by precursor infiltration and pyrolysis(PIP)method,the low-temperature reactive melt infiltration(RMI)process was used to seal the composite...To improve the compactness and properties of C/C-SiC-ZrC composites produced by precursor infiltration and pyrolysis(PIP)method,the low-temperature reactive melt infiltration(RMI)process was used to seal the composites using Zr_(2)Cu as the filler.The microstructure,mechanical properties,and ablation properties of the Zr_(2)Cu packed composites were analyzed.Results show that during Zr_(2)Cu impregnation,the melt efficiently fills the large pores of the composites and is converted to ZrCu due to a partial reaction of zirconium with carbon.This results in an increase in composite density from 1.91 g/cm^(3)to 2.24 g/cm^(3)and a reduction in open porosity by 27.35%.Additionally,the flexural strength of Zr_(2)Cu packed C/C-SiC-ZrC composites is improved from 122.78±8.09 MPa to 135.53±5.40 MPa.After plasma ablation for 20 s,the modified composites demonstrate superior ablative resistance compared to PIP C/C-SiC-ZrC,with mass ablation and linear ablation rates of 2.77×10^(−3)g/s and 2.60×10^(−3)mm/s,respectively.The“selftranspiration”effect of the low-melting point copper-containing phase absorbs the heat of the plasma flame,further reducing the ablation temperature and promoting the formation of refined ZrO_(2)particles within the SiO_(2)melting layer.This provides more stable erosion protection for Zr_(2)Cu packed C/C-SiC-ZrC composites.展开更多
The fracture behaviours and notch effects of single-edge-notched(SEN)and double-edge-notched(DEN)2D carbon fibre reinforced carbon matrix composites(C/Cs)were discussed and compared.The fracture behaviours of DEN and ...The fracture behaviours and notch effects of single-edge-notched(SEN)and double-edge-notched(DEN)2D carbon fibre reinforced carbon matrix composites(C/Cs)were discussed and compared.The fracture behaviours of DEN and SEN were performed by tensile and bending load-displacement relationships,and the effects of notch depth on notch sensitivity were determined by DEN specimens.The results from mechanical tests indicated that the SEN exhibited a brittle behaviour with linear elasticity,while the DEN exhibited a ductile behaviour with nonlinearity.It was also found that increasing notch depth and decreasing ligament width can lead to a higher ultimate tensile strength of DEN.On the other hand,the digital image correlation(DIC)method and acoustic emission(AE)system were also applied during the mechanical tests to study the local mechanical characteristics of shear damage,strain concentration and fracture behaviour of 2D C/Cs.The results revealed the mechanisms of notch insensitivity and explained the differences in fracture behaviours between SEN and DEN.展开更多
To overcome reliance on molds and the difficulty of fabricating complex geometries with traditional C/C composites,direct ink writing(DIW)with UV/heat dual curing was employed to produce high-performance C/C composite...To overcome reliance on molds and the difficulty of fabricating complex geometries with traditional C/C composites,direct ink writing(DIW)with UV/heat dual curing was employed to produce high-performance C/C composites.The rheological properties of the composite inks were systematically analyzed to assess the effects of phenolic resin(PR)and carbon fiber(CF)content.Results show pronounced shear-thinning behavior and strong thixotropy-both essential for stable DIW.Additionally,UV/heat curing behavior was characterized to provide theoretical insights for optimizing curing parameters.Notably,CF addition is found to significantly attenuate UV light penetration compared to pure PR.As CF content increases,the critical UV irradiation energy rises sharply from 68.47 to 911.19 mJ/cm^(2),necessitating precise adjustments to curing parameters.Preforms were pyrolyzed in a carbon tube furnace to examine pore-formation characteristics,and chemical vapor infiltration(CVI)was applied to filling the resulting pores,yielding C/C composites with a flexural strength of 115.19 MPa.展开更多
Boron carbide(B4C)and its composite materials demonstrate versatile applicability in energy storage technologies,particularly within new energy battery systems.This review systematically examines recent advances in th...Boron carbide(B4C)and its composite materials demonstrate versatile applicability in energy storage technologies,particularly within new energy battery systems.This review systematically examines recent advances in their battery applications.Commencing with an analysis of B4C's distinctive physicochemical properties,crystal structure,and synthesis methodologies,we critically evaluate its implementation in lithium-ion batteries(LIBs),sodium-ion batteries(SIBs),lithium-sulfur(Li-S)batteries,and fuel cells.The discussion substantiates how B4C-based materials augment critical battery performance metrics.Finally,development challenges and future research trajectories are outlined.We anticipate that through targeted performance optimization,innovative processing techniques,advanced interface engineering,and cross-disciplinary integration,B4C composites will unlock broader applications in next-generation energy storage systems.展开更多
This paper presents an investigation of the tribological performance of AA2024–B_(4)C composites,with a specific focus on the influence of reinforcement and processing parameters.In this study three input parameters ...This paper presents an investigation of the tribological performance of AA2024–B_(4)C composites,with a specific focus on the influence of reinforcement and processing parameters.In this study three input parameters were varied:B_(4)C weight percentage,milling time,and normal load,to evaluate their effects on two output parameters:wear loss and the coefficient of friction.AA2024 alloy was used as the matrix alloy,while B_(4)C particles were used as reinforcement.Due to the high hardness and wear resistance of B_(4)C,the optimized composite shows strong potential for use in aerospace structural elements and automotive brake components.The optimisation of tribological behaviour was conducted using a Taguchi-Grey Relational Analysis(Taguchi-GRA)and the Technique for Order of Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution(TOPSIS).A total of 27 combinations of input parameters were analysed,varying the B_(4)C content(0,10,and 15 wt.%),milling time(0,15,and 25 h),and normal load(1,5,and 10 N).Wear loss and the coefficient of friction were numerically evaluated and selected as criteria for optimisation.Artificial Neural Networks(ANNs)were also applied for two outputs simultaneously.TOPSIS identified Alternative 1 as the optimal solution,confirming the results obtained using the Taguchi Grey method.The optimal condition obtained(10 wt.%B_(4)C,25 h milling time,10 N load)resulted in a minimum wear loss of 1.7 mg and a coefficient of friction of 0.176,confirming significant enhancement in tribological behaviour.Based on the results,both the B_(4)C content and the applied processing conditions have a significant impact on wear loss and frictional properties.This approach demonstrates high reliability and confidence,enabling the design of future composite materials with optimal properties for specific applications.展开更多
Modern communication technologies put forward higher requirements for electromagnetic wave(EMW)absorption materials.Metal-organic framework(MOF)derivatives have been widely concerned with its diverse advantages.To bre...Modern communication technologies put forward higher requirements for electromagnetic wave(EMW)absorption materials.Metal-organic framework(MOF)derivatives have been widely concerned with its diverse advantages.To break the mindset of magneticderivative design,and make up the shortage of monometallic non-magnetic derivatives,we first try non-magnetic bimetallic MOFs derivatives to achieve efficient EMW absorption.The porous carbon-wrapped TiO2/ZrTiO4 composites derived from PCN-415(TiZr-MOFs)are qualified with a minimum reflection loss of−67.8 dB(2.16 mm,13.0 GHz),and a maximum effective absorption bandwidth of 5.9 GHz(2.70 mm).Through in-depth discussions,the synergy of enhanced interfacial polarization and other attenuation mechanisms in the composites is revealed.Therefore,this work confirms the huge potentials of nonmagnetic bimetallic MOFs derivatives in EMW absorption applications.展开更多
The densification rate of C/C composites fabricated by directional flow thermal gradient chemical vapor infiltration process from C 3H 6, C 3H 6 N 2 and C 3H 6 H 2 was investigated respectively. The mechanism on the r...The densification rate of C/C composites fabricated by directional flow thermal gradient chemical vapor infiltration process from C 3H 6, C 3H 6 N 2 and C 3H 6 H 2 was investigated respectively. The mechanism on the role of carrier gas in chemical vapor infiltration was also discussed. The results shows that whether or not adding N 2 as carrier gas has little influences on the densification behavior of C/C composites with the controlled temperature, the partial pressure of hydrocarbon and the effective residence time of the gas phase remain constant. When the controlled temperature is not less than 1 173 K,using N 2 or H 2 as carrier gas makes pronounced differences in densifying of C/C composites. The average bulk density of C/C composites from C 3H 6 H 2 is eight to ten percent higher than that from C 3H 6 N 2. However, when the controlled temperature is not higher than 1 123 K,the densification rate of C/C composites from C 3H 6 H 2 is much lower than that from C 3H 6 N 2, which implies that effects of carrier gas on densification of C/C composites are closely related to the type of carrier gas and infiltration temperature. At higher temperature, using H 2 as carrier gas is favorable to the densification of C/C composites, while at lower temperature, hydrogen, acting as reactive gas, can inhibit the formation of pyrolytic carbon.展开更多
Nonporous and porous C/PLA/nano-HA composites were fabricated by the process of solvent blending and freeze-drying technique, and the effect of porous structure on the mechanical properties of C/PLA/nano-HA composites...Nonporous and porous C/PLA/nano-HA composites were fabricated by the process of solvent blending and freeze-drying technique, and the effect of porous structure on the mechanical properties of C/PLA/nano-HA composites scaffold was investigated and analyzed. The results show that the effects of porous structure on the bending strength, modulus and curves of stress and strain were obvious. Compared with nonporous sample, the curves of stress and strain of porous sample show more rough, and alternative phenomenon of stress increase and stress relaxation appears. It is strongly suggested that the fracture model of C/PLA/nano-HA composites scaffold transforms from the local to global load due to the porous structure.展开更多
A bulk Poly(vinyl alcohol)/ZIF-8(PVA/ZIF-8)porous composite with aligned porous structure was prepared by ice-templating method.The microstructure of PVA/ZIF-8 porous composites was characterized by scanning electron ...A bulk Poly(vinyl alcohol)/ZIF-8(PVA/ZIF-8)porous composite with aligned porous structure was prepared by ice-templating method.The microstructure of PVA/ZIF-8 porous composites was characterized by scanning electron microscopy(SEM).The results showed that the composites had regular pore structure and ZIF-8 nanoparticles were evenly distributed on the skeleton of PVA.X-ray diffraction(XRD)test results showed that the crystalline structure of ZIF-8 was well preserved in the composites.The specific surface area of the composite was characterized by nitrogen adsorption/desorption test.The specific surface area of the composite was up to 1160 m^2 g^1.PVA/ZIF-8 porous composites could also support a certain weight with almost no volume shrinkage.The carbon dioxide adsorption quantity of the composite was up to 11.3 cm^3 g^1,proving that PVA/ZIF-8 porous composite has a good application prospect in the field of carbon dioxide adsorption.展开更多
Silicon oxide(SiO_(x),0<x≤2)has been recognized as a prominent anode material in lithium-ion batteries and sodium-ion batteries due to its high theoretical capacity,suitable electrochemical potential,and earth abu...Silicon oxide(SiO_(x),0<x≤2)has been recognized as a prominent anode material in lithium-ion batteries and sodium-ion batteries due to its high theoretical capacity,suitable electrochemical potential,and earth abundance.However,it is intrinsically poor electronic conductivity and excessive volume expansion during potassiation/depotassiation process hinder its application in potassium-ion batteries.Herein,we reported a hierarchical porous C/SiO_(x)potassium-ion batteries anode using lignite as raw material via a one-step carbonization and activation method.The amorphous C skeleton around SiO_(x)particles can effectively buffer the volume expansion,and improve the ionic/electronic conductivity and structural integrity,achieving outstanding rate capability and cyclability.As expected,the obtained C/SiO_(x)composite delivers a superb specific capacity of 370 mAh g^(-1)at 0.1 A g^(-1)after 100 cycles as well as a highly reversible capacity of 208 mAh g^(-1)after 1200 cycles at 1.0 A g^(-1).Moreover,the potassium ion storage mechanism of C/SiO_(x)electrodes was investigated by ex-situ X-ray diffraction and transmission electron microscopy,revealing the formation of reversible products of K_(6.8)Si_(45.3)and K_(4)SiO_(4),accompanied by generation of irreversible K2O after the first cycle.This work sheds light on designing low-cost Si-based anode materials for high-performance potassium-ion batteries and beyond.展开更多
基金supported by National Science Foundation of China (No. 51405522)the self-fund of State Key Laboratory for Powder Metallurgy (PM-CSU-2015-03)
文摘Mosaic structure ZrC-SiC coatings were fabricated on low-density, porous C/C composites via thermal evaporation and an in-situ method. ZrC was packed in a typical lamellar mode, and the mosaic structure was formed by the deposition of Zr and Si atoms on the shallow surface of the porous C/C composites.Ablation analysis showed that the defects in the coatings originate from the boundary between the ZrC and holes created by the consumption of SiC at 2500℃. After ablation for 200 s at 3000℃, a dense ZrO2 layer formed on the coating surface, and the defects were sealed owing to the continuous supply of ablative components. The mass and line ablation rates of the Zr C-SiC coatings were-0.46 ± 0.15 mg cm^-2·s^-1 and-1.00± 0.04 μm s^-1, respectively.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China(52272075,52472053)Research Fund of Youth Innovation Promotion Association of CAS,China(2021190)Defense Industrial Technology Development Program(JCKY2021130B007)。
文摘Carbon fiber-reinforced carbon aerogel(C/CA)composites are one of the most promising candidates for applications requiring both thermal insulation and load bearing capabilities.The preparation of anti-oxidation coatings on C/CA to address its susceptibility to oxidation is a feasible approach to promote its application in oxidative environments.However,the currently reported coatings on C/CA mainly focus on improving the ablation performance and coating preparation process typically necessitating high-temperature heat treatment.This procedure can increase its thermal conductivity and reduce its thermal insulation ability.In this study,a series of ceramic-resin coatings were fabricated on C/CA through a simple slurry brushing-drying approach at room temperature.The effects of phenolic resin content on the coating structure,residual stress,thermal shock,and oxidation behaviors were investigated.Due to the adhesive properties and curing-induced shrinkage,the PR-7.5 coating(containing 7.5%(in mass)phenolic resin in the slurry)exhibits bonding strength close to fracture strength of the substrate and residual compressive stress of 0.853 GPa,which is beneficial for resisting thermal shock cracking.However,excessive resin content(PR-10.0 containing 10.0%(in mass)phenolic resin in the slurry)induces tensile stress due to uneven curing shrinkage,thereby leading to thermal shock cracking.Meanwhile,oxidation tests reveal significantly reduced weight losses for PR-7.5(17.46%at 800℃/100 min,8.15%at 1000℃/120 min,3.15%at 1200℃/120 min)versus uncoated C/CA’s 44.60%loss at 800℃/20 min.This work provides a brand-new and simple approach to improving the anti-oxidation performance of C/CA and expands its application in mild oxidative environments.
基金Tianjin Municipal Natural Science Foundation(23JCYBJC00040)National Natural Science Foundation of China(52175369)。
文摘The TiB+TiC dual-reinforced B_(4)C/TC4 composite was in-situ fabricated via incorporating 0.5wt%B_(4)C reinforcement during the laser melting deposition process.Different heat treatments of annealing and solid solution were used to regulate the microstructure,mechanical properties,and corrosion properties of B_(4)C/TC4 composite.Results show that with the increase in temperature from 500℃to 800°C,partial lamellarα-Ti in the as-deposited sample is gradually transformed into equiaxedα-Ti,accompanied by the disappearance of basketweave microstructure.At 1100°C,a small portion of TiC phase suffers fusion.This composite exhibits the optimal combination of strength and plasticity after annealing at 500℃for 4 h followed by furnace cooling,which is attributed to the stress release effect and the refined basketweave microstructure.However,this composite shows a decline in corrosion resistance after various heat treatments due to grain coarsening and micro-galvanic corrosion.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant No.12374021)Beijing Natural Science Foundation (Grant No.1252031)。
文摘To overcome the limitations of traditional single-crystal X-ray diffraction(SCXRD)for microcrystalline materials and the peak-overlapping issue of powder X-ray diffraction(PXRD),this study employed cryogenic continuous rotation electron diffraction(cryo-cRED)with a low-dose strategy to determine the crystal structure of CL30,a novel silicogermanate framework.It is confirmed that CL30 crystallizes in the C2/m space group and has layered topology composed of discontinuous zigzag chains connected by double four-membered ring(d4r)units,with fluoride anions(F^(-))occluded in the d4r units.In CL30,charge balance involves organic structure-directing agent(OSDA)cations,occluded F^(-),and terminal oxygen sites whose protonation state cannot be established from the present three dimensional(3D)ED data.F^(-)encapsulated in the d4r units contributes to charge compensation as the counter-anion to OSDA cations,rather than only balancing the framework charge.Although the refinement indices(R_(1)=0.29,wR_(2)=0.71)exceeded typical small-molecule crystallography standards,the structural model remained highly reliable,as supported by geometric restraints and validation.In electron diffraction,elevated R_(1) values are commonly attributed to the intrinsic factors of the technique,such as dynamic scattering,detector noise from scintillator-based detectors,and TEM stage instability(large spheres of confusion).This study introduces a new structural prototype to the silicogermanate family and establishes a feasible workflow for determining the structures of radiation-sensitive microcrystalline porous materials.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(Grant No.2023YFA1406200)the National Science Foundation of China(Grant No.U2032215)+1 种基金Jilin Province Major Science and Technology Program,China(Grant No.20240211002GX)the Science and Technology Development Project of Jilin Province(Grant No.SKL202402004).
文摘Graphite and hexagonal boron nitride(h-BN),despite their structural similarity,exhibit opposing electronic properties,namely,metallic conductivity and wide-bandgap insulation,respectively.In recent years,graphene-h-BN heterostructures have attracted significant research interest,with the resulting hybrid B-C-N atomic-layer systems exhibiting distinctive electronic properties.Notably,interface effects play a decisive role in governing the performance of these heterostructures.Nevertheless,owing to the lack of high-quality composites,the interfacial structure in B-C-N materials and the correlation with critical properties such as charge transport and band structure modulation are not fully clear.Here,we report the direct synthesis of a millimeter-sized hexagonal B-C-N composite via a solvent method under high-pressure and high-temperature conditions.Structural characterization reveals that the synthesized B-C-N composite contains isolated graphite and h-BN.Compared with pure h-BN,the B-C-N composite has a narrower bandgap and shows a pronounced photoelectric response in the visible light region.More interestingly,we find a graphite-like B-C compound with a thickness of about 30 nm at the graphite-h-BN interface,which forms Schottky junctions with graphite,thus realizing rectification properties.Our findings provide a method for synthesizing highquality B-C-N composites and offer new insights into the structure of the graphite-h-BN interface.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Pro-gram of China(Grant No.2021YFA0715803)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.52293373,52130205,and 52302091)+1 种基金the Joint Fund of Henan Province Science and Technol-ogy R&D Program(No.225200810002)the ND Basic Research Funds of Northwestern Polytechnical University(No.G2022WD).
文摘Multicomponent(Hf-Zr-Ta)B_(2)potentially provides improved ablation resistance compared with silicon-based ceramics.Here we deposited(Hf_(0.5-x/2)Zr_(0.5-x/2)Ta_(x))B_(2)(x=0,0.1,and 0.2)coatings onto C/C com-posites,and investigated their ablation behaviors under an oxyacetylene torch with a heat flux of 2.4 MW m^(-2).It was observed that the x=0.1 oxide scale bulged but was denser,and the x=0.2 oxide scale was blown away due to the formation of excessive liquid.Based on these findings,we further de-veloped a duplex(Hf-Zr-Ta)B_(2)coating that showed a linear recession rate close to zero(0.11μm s^(-1))after two 120-s ablation cycles.It is identified that the resulting oxide scale is mainly composed of(Hf,Zr)_(6)Ta_(2)O_(17)and(Hf,Zr,Ta)O_(2)by performing aberration-corrected(scanning)transmission electron microscopy.The protective mechanism is related to the peritectic transformation of orthorhombic-(Hf,Zr)_(6)Ta_(2)O_(17)to tetragonal-(Hf,Zr,Ta)O_(2)plus Ta-dominated liquid.This study contributes to the develop-ment of Ta-containing multicomponent UHTC bulk and coatings for ultra-high temperature applications.
基金supported by the Tianjin Municipal Natural Science Foundation(No.23JCYBJC00040)the National Nat-ural Science Foundation of China(No.52175369)the Tian-jin Research Innovation Project for Postgraduate Students(No.2022SKY134).
文摘To enhance the anti-corrosion performance of TC4 alloy across a wide temperature range for modern aircrafts operating in increasingly harsh environments, the (TiB+TiC) hybrid reinforced TC4 composites were prepared by laser melting deposition (LMD) via the in-situ reaction between B_(4)C reinforcement and molten TC4 alloy. The effect of B_(4)C content (0, 0.5, 1.5, wt%) on the microstructure and room/high-temperature corrosion behaviour of the composites was investigated. Microstructural analysis revealed that the microstructure of the composites was significantly influenced by the B_(4)C content. The composite containing 0.5 wt% B_(4)C exhibited an optimal microstructure characterized by refined grains, equiaxed α-Ti transformed from lath-shaped α-Ti, well-distributed (TiB+TiC) phases with a proper amount and reduced pore/dislocation defects. This composite also demonstrated the best corrosion resistance at both room temperature (25 ℃) and high temperature (800 ℃), which was primarily attributed to its comprehensive advantages including a favorable microstructure, a uniform dispersion of thermally stable (TiB+TiC) phases and a stable passivation film.
基金Open Fund of Zhijian Laboratory,Rocket Force University of Engineering(2024-ZJSYS-KF02-09)National Natural Science Foundation of China(51902028,52272034)+1 种基金Key Research and Development Program of Shaanxi(2023JBGS-15)Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(Changan University,300102313202,300102312406)。
文摘To improve the compactness and properties of C/C-SiC-ZrC composites produced by precursor infiltration and pyrolysis(PIP)method,the low-temperature reactive melt infiltration(RMI)process was used to seal the composites using Zr_(2)Cu as the filler.The microstructure,mechanical properties,and ablation properties of the Zr_(2)Cu packed composites were analyzed.Results show that during Zr_(2)Cu impregnation,the melt efficiently fills the large pores of the composites and is converted to ZrCu due to a partial reaction of zirconium with carbon.This results in an increase in composite density from 1.91 g/cm^(3)to 2.24 g/cm^(3)and a reduction in open porosity by 27.35%.Additionally,the flexural strength of Zr_(2)Cu packed C/C-SiC-ZrC composites is improved from 122.78±8.09 MPa to 135.53±5.40 MPa.After plasma ablation for 20 s,the modified composites demonstrate superior ablative resistance compared to PIP C/C-SiC-ZrC,with mass ablation and linear ablation rates of 2.77×10^(−3)g/s and 2.60×10^(−3)mm/s,respectively.The“selftranspiration”effect of the low-melting point copper-containing phase absorbs the heat of the plasma flame,further reducing the ablation temperature and promoting the formation of refined ZrO_(2)particles within the SiO_(2)melting layer.This provides more stable erosion protection for Zr_(2)Cu packed C/C-SiC-ZrC composites.
基金Funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52072356 and 52032011)。
文摘The fracture behaviours and notch effects of single-edge-notched(SEN)and double-edge-notched(DEN)2D carbon fibre reinforced carbon matrix composites(C/Cs)were discussed and compared.The fracture behaviours of DEN and SEN were performed by tensile and bending load-displacement relationships,and the effects of notch depth on notch sensitivity were determined by DEN specimens.The results from mechanical tests indicated that the SEN exhibited a brittle behaviour with linear elasticity,while the DEN exhibited a ductile behaviour with nonlinearity.It was also found that increasing notch depth and decreasing ligament width can lead to a higher ultimate tensile strength of DEN.On the other hand,the digital image correlation(DIC)method and acoustic emission(AE)system were also applied during the mechanical tests to study the local mechanical characteristics of shear damage,strain concentration and fracture behaviour of 2D C/Cs.The results revealed the mechanisms of notch insensitivity and explained the differences in fracture behaviours between SEN and DEN.
基金supported by State Key Laboratory of Powder Metallurgy,Central South University,Changsha,China.
文摘To overcome reliance on molds and the difficulty of fabricating complex geometries with traditional C/C composites,direct ink writing(DIW)with UV/heat dual curing was employed to produce high-performance C/C composites.The rheological properties of the composite inks were systematically analyzed to assess the effects of phenolic resin(PR)and carbon fiber(CF)content.Results show pronounced shear-thinning behavior and strong thixotropy-both essential for stable DIW.Additionally,UV/heat curing behavior was characterized to provide theoretical insights for optimizing curing parameters.Notably,CF addition is found to significantly attenuate UV light penetration compared to pure PR.As CF content increases,the critical UV irradiation energy rises sharply from 68.47 to 911.19 mJ/cm^(2),necessitating precise adjustments to curing parameters.Preforms were pyrolyzed in a carbon tube furnace to examine pore-formation characteristics,and chemical vapor infiltration(CVI)was applied to filling the resulting pores,yielding C/C composites with a flexural strength of 115.19 MPa.
基金supported by the Science and Technology Program of Henan Province,China(No.222102230034)National College Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship Training Program(No.202510463011)the Characteristic Course Project of Integration of Specialtyand Innovation of Henan University of Technology in 2024(No.2024ZCRH-10).
文摘Boron carbide(B4C)and its composite materials demonstrate versatile applicability in energy storage technologies,particularly within new energy battery systems.This review systematically examines recent advances in their battery applications.Commencing with an analysis of B4C's distinctive physicochemical properties,crystal structure,and synthesis methodologies,we critically evaluate its implementation in lithium-ion batteries(LIBs),sodium-ion batteries(SIBs),lithium-sulfur(Li-S)batteries,and fuel cells.The discussion substantiates how B4C-based materials augment critical battery performance metrics.Finally,development challenges and future research trajectories are outlined.We anticipate that through targeted performance optimization,innovative processing techniques,advanced interface engineering,and cross-disciplinary integration,B4C composites will unlock broader applications in next-generation energy storage systems.
文摘This paper presents an investigation of the tribological performance of AA2024–B_(4)C composites,with a specific focus on the influence of reinforcement and processing parameters.In this study three input parameters were varied:B_(4)C weight percentage,milling time,and normal load,to evaluate their effects on two output parameters:wear loss and the coefficient of friction.AA2024 alloy was used as the matrix alloy,while B_(4)C particles were used as reinforcement.Due to the high hardness and wear resistance of B_(4)C,the optimized composite shows strong potential for use in aerospace structural elements and automotive brake components.The optimisation of tribological behaviour was conducted using a Taguchi-Grey Relational Analysis(Taguchi-GRA)and the Technique for Order of Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution(TOPSIS).A total of 27 combinations of input parameters were analysed,varying the B_(4)C content(0,10,and 15 wt.%),milling time(0,15,and 25 h),and normal load(1,5,and 10 N).Wear loss and the coefficient of friction were numerically evaluated and selected as criteria for optimisation.Artificial Neural Networks(ANNs)were also applied for two outputs simultaneously.TOPSIS identified Alternative 1 as the optimal solution,confirming the results obtained using the Taguchi Grey method.The optimal condition obtained(10 wt.%B_(4)C,25 h milling time,10 N load)resulted in a minimum wear loss of 1.7 mg and a coefficient of friction of 0.176,confirming significant enhancement in tribological behaviour.Based on the results,both the B_(4)C content and the applied processing conditions have a significant impact on wear loss and frictional properties.This approach demonstrates high reliability and confidence,enabling the design of future composite materials with optimal properties for specific applications.
基金The authors acknowledge funding from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.51572157,21902085,and 51702188)Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province(No.ZR2019QF012)+1 种基金Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(No.2018JC036 and No.2018JC046)Young Scholars Program of Shandong University(No.2018WLJH25).
文摘Modern communication technologies put forward higher requirements for electromagnetic wave(EMW)absorption materials.Metal-organic framework(MOF)derivatives have been widely concerned with its diverse advantages.To break the mindset of magneticderivative design,and make up the shortage of monometallic non-magnetic derivatives,we first try non-magnetic bimetallic MOFs derivatives to achieve efficient EMW absorption.The porous carbon-wrapped TiO2/ZrTiO4 composites derived from PCN-415(TiZr-MOFs)are qualified with a minimum reflection loss of−67.8 dB(2.16 mm,13.0 GHz),and a maximum effective absorption bandwidth of 5.9 GHz(2.70 mm).Through in-depth discussions,the synergy of enhanced interfacial polarization and other attenuation mechanisms in the composites is revealed.Therefore,this work confirms the huge potentials of nonmagnetic bimetallic MOFs derivatives in EMW absorption applications.
文摘The densification rate of C/C composites fabricated by directional flow thermal gradient chemical vapor infiltration process from C 3H 6, C 3H 6 N 2 and C 3H 6 H 2 was investigated respectively. The mechanism on the role of carrier gas in chemical vapor infiltration was also discussed. The results shows that whether or not adding N 2 as carrier gas has little influences on the densification behavior of C/C composites with the controlled temperature, the partial pressure of hydrocarbon and the effective residence time of the gas phase remain constant. When the controlled temperature is not less than 1 173 K,using N 2 or H 2 as carrier gas makes pronounced differences in densifying of C/C composites. The average bulk density of C/C composites from C 3H 6 H 2 is eight to ten percent higher than that from C 3H 6 N 2. However, when the controlled temperature is not higher than 1 123 K,the densification rate of C/C composites from C 3H 6 H 2 is much lower than that from C 3H 6 N 2, which implies that effects of carrier gas on densification of C/C composites are closely related to the type of carrier gas and infiltration temperature. At higher temperature, using H 2 as carrier gas is favorable to the densification of C/C composites, while at lower temperature, hydrogen, acting as reactive gas, can inhibit the formation of pyrolytic carbon.
基金Project(30870609) supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProjects(KJ081205 KJ091213) supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Chongqing Education Committee, China
文摘Nonporous and porous C/PLA/nano-HA composites were fabricated by the process of solvent blending and freeze-drying technique, and the effect of porous structure on the mechanical properties of C/PLA/nano-HA composites scaffold was investigated and analyzed. The results show that the effects of porous structure on the bending strength, modulus and curves of stress and strain were obvious. Compared with nonporous sample, the curves of stress and strain of porous sample show more rough, and alternative phenomenon of stress increase and stress relaxation appears. It is strongly suggested that the fracture model of C/PLA/nano-HA composites scaffold transforms from the local to global load due to the porous structure.
文摘A bulk Poly(vinyl alcohol)/ZIF-8(PVA/ZIF-8)porous composite with aligned porous structure was prepared by ice-templating method.The microstructure of PVA/ZIF-8 porous composites was characterized by scanning electron microscopy(SEM).The results showed that the composites had regular pore structure and ZIF-8 nanoparticles were evenly distributed on the skeleton of PVA.X-ray diffraction(XRD)test results showed that the crystalline structure of ZIF-8 was well preserved in the composites.The specific surface area of the composite was characterized by nitrogen adsorption/desorption test.The specific surface area of the composite was up to 1160 m^2 g^1.PVA/ZIF-8 porous composites could also support a certain weight with almost no volume shrinkage.The carbon dioxide adsorption quantity of the composite was up to 11.3 cm^3 g^1,proving that PVA/ZIF-8 porous composite has a good application prospect in the field of carbon dioxide adsorption.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(nos.21968022 and 51962027)the Fundamental Research Funds for Inner Mongolia University of Science&Technology(no.2023QNJS052)the Natural Science Foundation of Inner Mongolia(no.2019BS02002)
文摘Silicon oxide(SiO_(x),0<x≤2)has been recognized as a prominent anode material in lithium-ion batteries and sodium-ion batteries due to its high theoretical capacity,suitable electrochemical potential,and earth abundance.However,it is intrinsically poor electronic conductivity and excessive volume expansion during potassiation/depotassiation process hinder its application in potassium-ion batteries.Herein,we reported a hierarchical porous C/SiO_(x)potassium-ion batteries anode using lignite as raw material via a one-step carbonization and activation method.The amorphous C skeleton around SiO_(x)particles can effectively buffer the volume expansion,and improve the ionic/electronic conductivity and structural integrity,achieving outstanding rate capability and cyclability.As expected,the obtained C/SiO_(x)composite delivers a superb specific capacity of 370 mAh g^(-1)at 0.1 A g^(-1)after 100 cycles as well as a highly reversible capacity of 208 mAh g^(-1)after 1200 cycles at 1.0 A g^(-1).Moreover,the potassium ion storage mechanism of C/SiO_(x)electrodes was investigated by ex-situ X-ray diffraction and transmission electron microscopy,revealing the formation of reversible products of K_(6.8)Si_(45.3)and K_(4)SiO_(4),accompanied by generation of irreversible K2O after the first cycle.This work sheds light on designing low-cost Si-based anode materials for high-performance potassium-ion batteries and beyond.
