In recent years,there has been a growing global demand for carbon neutrality and energy efficiency,which are expected to become long-term trends.In the field of architecture,an effective approach to achieve this is to...In recent years,there has been a growing global demand for carbon neutrality and energy efficiency,which are expected to become long-term trends.In the field of architecture,an effective approach to achieve this is to reduce heat loss in buildings.Vacuum insulation panels(VIPs),a type of high-performance insulation material,have been increasingly utilised in the construction industry and have played an increa-singly important role as their performance and manufacturing processes continue to improve.This paper provides a review of the factors affecting the thermal conductivity of VIPs and presents a detailed overview of the research progress on core materials,barrier films,and getters.The current research status of VIPs is summarised,including their thermal conductivity,service life,and thermal bridging effects,as well as their applications in the field of architecture.This review aims to provide a comprehensive understanding for relevant practitioners on the factors influencing the thermal conductivity of VIPs,and based on which,measures can be taken to produce VIPs with lower thermal conductivity and longer service life.展开更多
Improving and optimizing the target properties of ceramics via the high entropy strategy has attracted significant attention.Rare earth niobate is a potential thermal barrier coating(TBCs)material,but its poor high-te...Improving and optimizing the target properties of ceramics via the high entropy strategy has attracted significant attention.Rare earth niobate is a potential thermal barrier coating(TBCs)material,but its poor high-temperature phase stability limits its further application.In this work,four sets of TBCs high-entropy ceramics,(Sm_(1/5)Dy_(1/5)Ho_(1/5)Er_(1/5)Yb_(1/5))(Nb_(1/2)Ta_(1/2))O_(4)(5NbTa),(Sm_(1/6)Dy_(1/6)Ho_(1/6)Er_(1/6)Yb_(1/6)Lu_(1/6))(Nb_(1/2)Ta_(1/2))O_(4)(6NbTa),(Sm_(1/7)Gd_(1/7)Dy_(1/7)Ho_(1/7)Er_(1/7)Yb_(1/7)Lu_(1/7))(Nb_(1/2)Ta_(1/2))O_(4)(7NbTa),(Sm_(1/8)Gd_(1/8)Dy_(1/8)Ho_(1/8)Er_(1/8)Tm_(1/8)Yb_(1/8)Lu_(1/8))(Nb_(1/2)Ta_(1/2))O_(4)(8NbTa)are synthesized using a solid-state reaction method at 1650℃for 6 h.Firstly,the X-ray diffractometer(XRD)patterns display that the samples are all single-phase solid solution structures(space group C 2/c).Differential scanning calorimetry(DSC)and the high-temperature XRD of 8NbTa cross-check that the addition of Ta element in 8HERN increases the phase transition temperature above 1400℃,which can be attributed to that the Ta/Nb co-doping at B site introduces the fluctuation of the bond strength of Ta-O and Nb-O.Secondly,compared to high-entropy rare-earth niobates,the introduction of Ta atoms at B site substantially reduce thermal conductivity(re-duced by 44%,800℃)with the seven components high entropy ceramic as an example.The low thermal conductivity means strong phonon scattering,which may originate from the softening acoustic mode and flattened phonon dispersion in 5–8 principal element high entropy rare earth niobium tantalates(5–8NbTa)revealed by the first-principles calculations.Thirdly,the Ta/Nb co-doping in 5–8NbTa systems can further optimize the insulation performance of oxygen ions.The oxygen-ion conductivity of 8NbTa(3.31×10^(−6)S cm^(−1),900℃)is about 5 times lower than that of 8HERN(15.8×10^(−6)S cm^(−1),900℃)because of the sluggish diffusion effect,providing better oxygen barrier capacity in 5–8NbTa systems to inhibit the overgrowth of the thermal growth oxide(TGO)of TBCs.In addition,influenced by lattice dis-tortion and solid solution strengthening,the samples possess higher hardness(7.51–8.15 GPa)and TECs(9.78×10^(−6)K−1^(-1)0.78×10^(−6)K^(−1),1500℃)than the single rare-earth niobates and tantalates.Based on their excellent overall properties,it is considered that 5–8NbTa can be used as auspicious TBCs.展开更多
Water content, whether as free or lattice-bound water, is a crucial factor in determining the Earth's internal thermal state and plays a key role in volcanic eruptions, melting phenomena, and mantle convection rat...Water content, whether as free or lattice-bound water, is a crucial factor in determining the Earth's internal thermal state and plays a key role in volcanic eruptions, melting phenomena, and mantle convection rates. As electrical conductivity in the Earth's interior is highly sensitive to water content, it is an important geophysical parameter for understanding the deep Earth water content. Since its launch on May 21, 2023, the MSS-1(Macao Science Satellite-1) mission has operated for nearly one year, with its magnetometer achieving a precision of higher than 0.5 nT after orbital testing and calibration. Orbiting at 450 kilometers with a unique 41-degree inclination, the satellite enables high-density observations across multiple local times, allowing detailed monitoring of low-latitude regions and enhancing data for global conductivity imaging. To better understand the global distribution of water within the Earth's interior, it is crucial to study internal conductivity structure and water content distribution. To this aim, we introduce a method for using MSS-1 data to estamate induced magnetic fields related to magnetospheric currents. We then develop a trans-dimensional Bayesian approach to reveal Earth's internal conductivity, providing probable conductivity structure with an uncertainty analysis. Finally, by integrating known mineral composition, pressure, and temperature distribution within the mantle, we estimate the water content range in the mantle transition zone, concluding that this region may contain the equivalent of up to 3.0 oceans of water, providing compelling evidence that supports the hypothesis of a deep water cycle within the Earth's interior.展开更多
High thermal conductivity and high strength Mg-1.5Mn-2.5Ce alloy with a tensile yield strength of 387.0 MPa,ultimate tensile strength of 395.8 MPa,and thermal conductivity of 142.1 W/(m·K)was successfully fabrica...High thermal conductivity and high strength Mg-1.5Mn-2.5Ce alloy with a tensile yield strength of 387.0 MPa,ultimate tensile strength of 395.8 MPa,and thermal conductivity of 142.1 W/(m·K)was successfully fabricated via hot extrusion.The effects of La and Ce additions on the microstructure,thermal conductivity,and mechanical properties of the Mg-1.5Mn alloy were investigated.The results indicated that both the as-extruded Mg-1.5Mn-2.5La and Mg-1.5Mn-2.5Ce alloys exhibited a bimodal grain structure,with dynamically precipitated nano-scaleα-Mn phases.In comparison with La,the addition of Ce enhanced the dynamic precipitation more effectively during hot extrusion,while its influence on promoting the dynamic recrystallization was relatively weaker.The high tensile strength obtained in the as-extruded Mg-1.5Mn-2.5RE alloys can be attributed to the combined influence of the bimodal grain structure(with fine dynamic recrystallized(DRXed)grain size and high proportion of un-dynamic recrystallized(unDRXed)grains),dense nano-scale precipitates,and broken Mg12RE phases,while the remarkable thermal conductivity was due to the precipitation of Mn-rich phases from the Mg matrix.展开更多
Solid-state electrolytes(SSEs),as the core component within the next generation of key energy storage technologies-solid-state lithium batteries(SSLBs)-are significantly leading the development of future energy storag...Solid-state electrolytes(SSEs),as the core component within the next generation of key energy storage technologies-solid-state lithium batteries(SSLBs)-are significantly leading the development of future energy storage systems.Among the numerous types of SSEs,inorganic oxide garnet-structured superionic conductors Li7La3Zr2O12(LLZO)crystallized with the cubic Iaˉ3d space group have received considerable attention owing to their highly advantageous intrinsic properties encompassing reasonable lithium-ion conductivity,wide electrochemical voltage window,high shear modulus,and excellent chemical stability with electrodes.However,no SSEs possess all the properties necessary for SSLBs,thus both the ionic conductivity at room temperature and stability in ambient air regarding cubic garnet-based electrolytes are still subject to further improvement.Hence,this review comprehensively covers the nine key structural factors affecting the ion conductivity of garnet-based electrolytes comprising Li concentration,Li vacancy concentration,Li carrier concentration and mobility,Li occupancy at available sites,lattice constant,triangle bottleneck size,oxygen vacancy defects,and Li-O bonding interactions.Furthermore,the general illustration of structures and fundamental features being crucial to chemical stability is examined,including Li concentration,Li-site occupation behavior,and Li-O bonding interactions.Insights into the composition-structure-property relations among cubic garnet-based oxide ionic conductors from the perspective of their crystal structures,revealing the potential compatibility conflicts between ionic transportation and chemical stability resulting from Li-O bonding interactions.We believe that this review will lay the foundation for future reasonable structural design of oxide-based or even other types of superionic conductors,thus assisting in promoting the rapid development of alternative green and sustainable technologies.展开更多
Magnesium potassium phosphate cement(MKPC)coatings exhibit potential for carbon steel protection but face challenges in practical application due to the preparation process and properties.This study develops flake gra...Magnesium potassium phosphate cement(MKPC)coatings exhibit potential for carbon steel protection but face challenges in practical application due to the preparation process and properties.This study develops flake graphite(FG)-modified MKPC coatings via spraying process,investigating the effects of FG size and dosage on phase composition,microstructure,mechanical properties,corrosion protection,and thermal conductivity.Results show that a low FG dosage(5 wt%)synergistically optimizes multifunctional performance.Compared to unmodified MKPC,FG2-1 exhibited exceptional impact resistance,associated with a 57%reduction in corrosion current density(icorr),a 356.3% increase in low-frequency impedance modulus(Z_(0.01 Hz))and a 37% increase in thermal conductivity.However,the coating with a high FG dosage(15 wt%)degraded performance due to defect accumulation and reduced crystallinity of KMgPO_(4)·6H_(2)O.This work advances the rational design of multifunctional inorganic coatings for extreme service environments requiring coupled corrosion protection and thermal management.展开更多
The rapid development of the information era has led to in-creased power consumption,which generates more heat.This requires more efficient thermal management systems,with the most direct ap-proach being the developme...The rapid development of the information era has led to in-creased power consumption,which generates more heat.This requires more efficient thermal management systems,with the most direct ap-proach being the development of su-perior thermal interface materials(TIMs).Mesocarbon microbeads(MCMBs)have several desirable properties for this purpose,includ-ing high thermal conductivity and excellent thermal stability.Although their thermal conductivity(K)may not be exceptional among all carbon materials,their ease of production and low cost make them ideal filler materials for developing a new generation of carbon-based TIMs.We report the fabrication of high-performance TIMs by incorporating MCMBs in a polyimide(PI)framework,producing highly graphitized PI/MCMB(PM)foams and anisotropic polydimethylsiloxane/PM(PDMS/PM)composites with a high thermal conductivity using directional freezing and high-temperature thermal annealing.The resulting materials had a high through-plane(TP)K of 15.926 W·m^(−1)·K^(−1),4.83 times that of conventional thermally conductive silicone pads and 88.5 times higher than that of pure PDMS.The composites had excellent mechanical properties and thermal stability,meeting the de-mands of modern electronic products for integration,multi-functionality,and miniaturization.展开更多
We calculate the electrical and thermal conductivity of hydrogen for a wide range of densities and temperatures by using molecular dynamics simulations informed by density functional theory.On the basis of the corresp...We calculate the electrical and thermal conductivity of hydrogen for a wide range of densities and temperatures by using molecular dynamics simulations informed by density functional theory.On the basis of the corresponding extended ab initio data set,we construct interpolation formulas covering the range from low-density,high-temperature to high-density,low-temperature plasmas.Our conductivity model repro-duces the well-known limits of the Spitzer and Ziman theory.We compare with available experimental data andfind very good agreement.The new conductivity model can be applied,for example,in dynamo simulations for magneticfield generation in gas giant planets,brown dwarfs,and stellar envelopes.展开更多
As one of the core components of a magnetic refrigerator,magnetic refrigeration materials are expected to have not only a considerable magnetocaloric effect but also excellent thermal conductivity.The poor thermal con...As one of the core components of a magnetic refrigerator,magnetic refrigeration materials are expected to have not only a considerable magnetocaloric effect but also excellent thermal conductivity.The poor thermal conductivity of many competitive oxide-based magnetic refrigerants,exemplified by EuTiO3-based compounds,acts as a major limitation to their practical application.Therefore,improving the thermal conductivity of magnetic refrigeration materials has become a research emphasis of magnetic refrigeration in recent years.In this work,a series of EuTiO_(3)(ETO)/Cu composites with different copper additives was prepared using a solid-phase reaction method by introducing appropriate amounts of copper powder.The influence of the introduction of copper on the phase composition,microstructure,thermal conductivity,and magnetocaloric effect of the composites was systematically investigated.Unexpectedly,the thermal conductivity of the composites is enhanced by up to 260%due to copper addition,accompanied by only a 5%decrease in magnetic entropy change and refrigerating capacity.Copper additive forms localized thermal conductive networks and promotes the densification process,resulting in significantly enhanced thermal conductivity of the composites.This work demonstrates the feasibility of improving the thermal conductivity of oxide-base d magnetic refrigeration materials by introducing highly thermally conductive substances.展开更多
Realizing effective enhancement in the thermally conductive performance of polymer bonded explosives(PBXs) is vital for improving the resultant environmental adaptabilities of the PBXs composites. Herein, a kind of pr...Realizing effective enhancement in the thermally conductive performance of polymer bonded explosives(PBXs) is vital for improving the resultant environmental adaptabilities of the PBXs composites. Herein, a kind of primary-secondary thermally conductive network was designed by water-suspension granulation, surface coating, and hot-pressing procedures in the graphene-based PBXs composites to greatly increase the thermal conductive performance of the composites. The primary network with a threedimensional structure provided the heat-conducting skeleton, while the secondary network in the polymer matrix bridged the primary network to increase the network density. The enhancement efficiency in the thermally conductive performance of the composites reached the highest value of 59.70% at a primary-secondary network ratio of 3:1. Finite element analysis confirmed the synergistic enhancement effect of the primary and secondary thermally conductive networks. This study introduces an innovative approach to designing network structures for PBX composites, significantly enhancing their thermal conductivity.展开更多
Polyvinyl alcohol(PVA)hydrogels doped with cyclohexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexacarboxylic acid(CHA)were successfully prepared during drying and swelling.Structural and morphological characterizations suggest the carboxyl and ...Polyvinyl alcohol(PVA)hydrogels doped with cyclohexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexacarboxylic acid(CHA)were successfully prepared during drying and swelling.Structural and morphological characterizations suggest the carboxyl and hydroxyl groups in the material undergo esterification during the preparation of the material,which contributes to the high transparency with 90%transmittance in the 400 to 800 nm range and robust mechanical properties of the material with a tensile strength at a break of 27.55 MPa.It is noteworthy that the bending and torsion angles exhibit a strong linear correlation with electrical resistance,enabling the monitoring of the bending motion state of each human body segment.展开更多
Self-designed Al8Si0.4Mg0.4Fe aluminium alloy was modified with Sr,followed by solid solution and aging treatments to regulate its microstructure and mechanical/electrical properties.The results show that after the mo...Self-designed Al8Si0.4Mg0.4Fe aluminium alloy was modified with Sr,followed by solid solution and aging treatments to regulate its microstructure and mechanical/electrical properties.The results show that after the modification treatment,the room-temperature tensile strength of the alloy remains nearly unchanged,the elongation at break slightly increases from 1.82%to 3.34%,and the electrical conductivity significantly increases from 40.1%international annealed copper standard(IACS)to 42.0%IACS.After the modification,the alloy was subjected to solid solution treatment at 515℃for 8 h,followed by aging treatment at 180,200,220 and 240℃for 6 h.With increasing aging temperature,the electrical conductivity increases monotonously from 41.4%IACS to 45.5%IACS,while the room-temperature tensile strength initially increases and then decreases.At 200℃,the alloy achieves an optimal balance between electrical conductivity and room-temperature tensile strength:the electrical conductivity is 42.5%IACS,and the room-temperature tensile strength is 282.9 MPa.When the aging temperature continues to rise,the alloy undergoes overaging.Although the conductivity continues to increase,the room-temperature tensile strength drops sharply,and it is only 177.1 MPa at 240℃.展开更多
Experimental research into the hydraulic conductivity curve (HCC) of unsaturated soil is limited due to the inherent challenge associated with labor, cost, and time. Typically, the HCC is estimated using the soil wate...Experimental research into the hydraulic conductivity curve (HCC) of unsaturated soil is limited due to the inherent challenge associated with labor, cost, and time. Typically, the HCC is estimated using the soil water characteristic curve (SWCC) based models and saturated hydraulic conductivity (SHC). However, the efficiency of the SWCC-based model is rarely assessed, and the influence of soil density and pore structure on HCC remains incomplete due to limited experimental data. To address this gap, this study employs an innovative filter-paper-based column method, which can measure the HCC over a wide suction range (e.g. 0−105 kPa), to capture the HCCs of both intact and compacted specimens with varying dry densities. The efficiency of two typical SWCC-based models is assessed using the measured data. Meanwhile, the mercury intrusion porosity (MIP) technique is employed to obtain the pore characteristic (i.e. pore size distribution (PSD)) and a method of predicting the HCC using the PSD data is proposed, emphasizing the dominant role of the pore structure in shaping the HCC. The results reveal that the dry density's influence on the HCC is primarily observed within the low suction range, corresponding to variations in the dominant and large pores. In the high suction range, the HCCs align along a linear trajectory when plotted in a log-log format. A notable finding is the overestimation of the HCC obtained from the SWCC-based models using the measured SHC. When the SHC is regarded as a fitting parameter, good agreement is achieved. The adjusted SHC value is typically 0-1 order of magnitude lower than the measured value, and this discrepancy diminishes as dry density increases. On the other hand, the proposed PSD-based model performs well with the measured SHC data. Caution is exercised when using the SHC to estimate the HCC for modeling water movement in partially saturated soil.展开更多
As a natural biopolymer material,silk fibroin with unique mechanical properties can be used in the preparation of biocomposite hydrogels for strain sensors.But,the electromechanical properties of bio-composite hydroge...As a natural biopolymer material,silk fibroin with unique mechanical properties can be used in the preparation of biocomposite hydrogels for strain sensors.But,the electromechanical properties of bio-composite hydrogel strain sensors are still insufficient,such as the deterioration of electrical signals and low sensitivity,which need to develop a hydrogel with a stable transmission network for electric con-duction.Herein,a silk fibroin biocomposite hydrogel is prepared by incorporating tannic acid and MXene nanosheets into a polyacrylamide and silk fibroin double network.The electromechanical properties of hydrogels are improved by optimizing the proportion of material components.As a result,the double network structure and supramolecular interaction enhance the stretchability of hydrogels(692% fracture strain).The hydrogel also exhibits good biocompatibility and conductivity(0.85 S/m),which shows the application prospect in wearable sensors.The wireless strain sensor assembled by this biocomposite hy-drogel presents good portability and sensing performance,such as high sensitivity(gauge factor=6.04),wide working range(500% strain),and outstanding stability(1000 cycles at 100%strain).The results in-dicate that the hydrogel strain sensor can be used to monitor human body movement.The biocomposite hydrogel is expected to be applied in the field of wearable strain sensors,and this study can provide a new way for the design of flexible electronic materials.展开更多
The contradiction between mechanical properties and thermal conductivity of magnesium alloys is a roadblock for their widespread applications.In this study,we developed a hot-extruded Mg-8Gd-1Er-8Zn-1Mn alloy with hig...The contradiction between mechanical properties and thermal conductivity of magnesium alloys is a roadblock for their widespread applications.In this study,we developed a hot-extruded Mg-8Gd-1Er-8Zn-1Mn alloy with high-strength and high-thermal-conductivity via dual-phase,W-phase andα-Mn,synergistically strengthening.The alloy extruded at 300℃ exhibited the yield strength and elongation of 372 MPa and 12%,respectively,it simultaneously demonstrated a high thermal conductivity of 134.3W/(m·K).After extrusion,the original coarse W-phase in the alloy was broken into near-spheroidal particles,which reduced the probability of electron scattering.In addition,a large number of solute atoms dynamically precipitated in the form of nanoscale rod-like W-phase andα-Mn,makingα-Mg matrix revert to a nearly periodic arrangement state.The high yield strength of the alloy is predominantly determined by grain boundary strengthening as well as W-phase andα-Mn dual-phase strengthening.Notably,the strategy of dual-phase strengthening provides a valuable approach for developing structure-function integrated Mg alloys.展开更多
An additional hot compression process was applied to a dilute Mg−Mn−Zn alloy post-extrusion.The alloy was extruded at 150℃ with an extrusion ratio of 15:1 and subsequently hot-compressed at 180℃ with a true strain o...An additional hot compression process was applied to a dilute Mg−Mn−Zn alloy post-extrusion.The alloy was extruded at 150℃ with an extrusion ratio of 15:1 and subsequently hot-compressed at 180℃ with a true strain of 0.9 along the extrusion direction.The microstructure,mechanical properties and thermal conductivity of as-extruded and as-hot compressed Mg−Mn−Zn alloys were investigated using optical microscopy,scanning electron microscopy,electron backscattering diffraction,and transmission electron microscopy.The aim was to concurrently enhance both strength and thermal conductivity by fostering uniform and refined microstructures while mitigating basal texture intensity.Substantial improvements were observed in yield strength(YS),ultimate tensile strength(UTS),and elongation(EL),with increase of 77%,53% and 10%,respectively.Additionally,thermal conductivity demonstrated a notable enhancement,rising from 111 to 125 W/(m·K).The underlying mechanism driving these improvements through the supplementary hot compression step was thoroughly elucidated.This study presents a promising pathway for the advancement of Mg alloys characterized by superior thermal and mechanical properties.展开更多
Thermal conductivity is an important physical parameter in thermal equipment,in the blast furnace,rotary kiln and other equipment,multi-layer cylindrical wall is extremely important in industrial production of a therm...Thermal conductivity is an important physical parameter in thermal equipment,in the blast furnace,rotary kiln and other equipment,multi-layer cylindrical wall is extremely important in industrial production of a thermal conductivity model,its thermal conductivity coefficient determines the ability of the cylindrical wall,which results in the existence of a large number of multi-layer cylinder thermal conductivity problems of the pitfalls.This paper focuses on the establishment of a mathematical model of the multi-layer cylinder thermal conductivity problem,by applying different voltages to the multi-layer cylinder wall,study the temperature distribution of the multi-layer cylinder wall under the conditions of natural convection and forced convection,and draw the line graphs under the conditions of natural convection and forced convection by Origin software,and finally conclude that:under the same conditions,the forced convection is significantly stronger than the natural convection;under the conditions of different voltages,the multi-layer cylinder wall under the conditions of steady state convection,the forced convection is much stronger than natural convection.Under different voltage conditions,the temperature of the multilayer cylinder wall under steady state conditions increases with the increase of voltage,which provides a strong support for the related research.展开更多
In this study,compacted loess samples with varying compaction water content but identical dry density were prepared to investigate the evolution of their hydraulic conductivity and compression behavior.Additionally,en...In this study,compacted loess samples with varying compaction water content but identical dry density were prepared to investigate the evolution of their hydraulic conductivity and compression behavior.Additionally,environmental scanning electron microscopy(ESEM)and nuclear magnetic resonance(NMR)analyses were conducted to gain microstructural insights into loess behavior at the laboratory scale.The results indicate that the maximum saturated hydraulic conductivity is observed at the lowest compaction water content,particularly in the early stage of permeability tests.In particular,for loess compacted at water contents below the optimum(as determined by the modified Proctor compaction test),the hydraulic conductivity decreases throughout the permeability tests.Conversely,when the water content exceeds the optimum level,the hydraulic conductivity shows an increasing trend.In terms of compression behavior,when the as-compacted samples are loaded in oedometer conditions,an increase in material compressibility is observed with increasing compaction water content.Again,a different phenomenological behavior was observed when the compaction water content exceeded the optimum,i.e.an abrupt increase in loess compressibility.ESEM tests provide microstructural confirmation of this evidence,as the surface morphology of the compacted loess changes significantly with increasing compaction water content.The microstructural evolution was also quantified in terms of area ratio using image processing software.Finally,NMR was used to quantify the intra-and inter-aggregate water at different compaction water contents,once again highlighting a threshold for the presence or absence of inter-aggregate water similar to the optimum water content.展开更多
Silver nanowires(Ag NWs)have promising application potential in electronic displays because of their superior flexibility and transparency.Doping Ni in Ag NWs has proven to be an effective strategy to im-prove its wor...Silver nanowires(Ag NWs)have promising application potential in electronic displays because of their superior flexibility and transparency.Doping Ni in Ag NWs has proven to be an effective strategy to im-prove its work function.However,AgNi NWs-based electrodes suffer from poor electrical conductivity under air exposure due to the low-conductivity NiO generated on its surface.Here,Cu was further doped in AgNi NWs to form AgNiCu NWs and regulate its surface oxide under long-term air exposure.Finally,it is demonstrated that the conductivity of AgNiCu NWs can acquire an improved tolerable tempera-ture(over 240℃)and prolonged high-temperature tolerance time(over 150 min)by finely regulating the doping content Cu,indicating an enhanced air-stable conductivity.The optimized AgNiCu NWs also achieve superior transparent conductivity as pure Ag NWs and high work function as AgNi NWs,which has been successfully applied in constructing an n-type photodiode with an effective rectification effect.展开更多
A highly thermally conductive magnesium borate/boron nitride(A-MBN)composite whisker was developed which was surface functionalized by(3-Aminopropyl)triethoxysilane.Its growth mechanism was proposed.Then,A-MBN/epoxy c...A highly thermally conductive magnesium borate/boron nitride(A-MBN)composite whisker was developed which was surface functionalized by(3-Aminopropyl)triethoxysilane.Its growth mechanism was proposed.Then,A-MBN/epoxy composites were prepared.When the A-MBN content is 8wt%,the thermal conductivity of the A-MBN/EP composite is 0.61 W·m^(-1)·K^(-1),which is 230%higher than that of pure EP.At the same time,the tensile strength of the composite material is 85.4%higher than that of the pure EP,and it also maintains excellent electrical insulation property.Finally,the infrared imaging test verifies the excellent heat dissipation performance of the composite material,indicating that the composite material has broad application prospects in the field of thermal conductive materials.展开更多
文摘In recent years,there has been a growing global demand for carbon neutrality and energy efficiency,which are expected to become long-term trends.In the field of architecture,an effective approach to achieve this is to reduce heat loss in buildings.Vacuum insulation panels(VIPs),a type of high-performance insulation material,have been increasingly utilised in the construction industry and have played an increa-singly important role as their performance and manufacturing processes continue to improve.This paper provides a review of the factors affecting the thermal conductivity of VIPs and presents a detailed overview of the research progress on core materials,barrier films,and getters.The current research status of VIPs is summarised,including their thermal conductivity,service life,and thermal bridging effects,as well as their applications in the field of architecture.This review aims to provide a comprehensive understanding for relevant practitioners on the factors influencing the thermal conductivity of VIPs,and based on which,measures can be taken to produce VIPs with lower thermal conductivity and longer service life.
基金support from Yunnan Major Scientific and Technological Projects(No.202302AG050010)Yunnan Fundamental Research Projects(Nos.202101AW070011 and202101BE070001–015)+1 种基金National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52303295)Project Funds of“Xingdian Talent Support Program”.
文摘Improving and optimizing the target properties of ceramics via the high entropy strategy has attracted significant attention.Rare earth niobate is a potential thermal barrier coating(TBCs)material,but its poor high-temperature phase stability limits its further application.In this work,four sets of TBCs high-entropy ceramics,(Sm_(1/5)Dy_(1/5)Ho_(1/5)Er_(1/5)Yb_(1/5))(Nb_(1/2)Ta_(1/2))O_(4)(5NbTa),(Sm_(1/6)Dy_(1/6)Ho_(1/6)Er_(1/6)Yb_(1/6)Lu_(1/6))(Nb_(1/2)Ta_(1/2))O_(4)(6NbTa),(Sm_(1/7)Gd_(1/7)Dy_(1/7)Ho_(1/7)Er_(1/7)Yb_(1/7)Lu_(1/7))(Nb_(1/2)Ta_(1/2))O_(4)(7NbTa),(Sm_(1/8)Gd_(1/8)Dy_(1/8)Ho_(1/8)Er_(1/8)Tm_(1/8)Yb_(1/8)Lu_(1/8))(Nb_(1/2)Ta_(1/2))O_(4)(8NbTa)are synthesized using a solid-state reaction method at 1650℃for 6 h.Firstly,the X-ray diffractometer(XRD)patterns display that the samples are all single-phase solid solution structures(space group C 2/c).Differential scanning calorimetry(DSC)and the high-temperature XRD of 8NbTa cross-check that the addition of Ta element in 8HERN increases the phase transition temperature above 1400℃,which can be attributed to that the Ta/Nb co-doping at B site introduces the fluctuation of the bond strength of Ta-O and Nb-O.Secondly,compared to high-entropy rare-earth niobates,the introduction of Ta atoms at B site substantially reduce thermal conductivity(re-duced by 44%,800℃)with the seven components high entropy ceramic as an example.The low thermal conductivity means strong phonon scattering,which may originate from the softening acoustic mode and flattened phonon dispersion in 5–8 principal element high entropy rare earth niobium tantalates(5–8NbTa)revealed by the first-principles calculations.Thirdly,the Ta/Nb co-doping in 5–8NbTa systems can further optimize the insulation performance of oxygen ions.The oxygen-ion conductivity of 8NbTa(3.31×10^(−6)S cm^(−1),900℃)is about 5 times lower than that of 8HERN(15.8×10^(−6)S cm^(−1),900℃)because of the sluggish diffusion effect,providing better oxygen barrier capacity in 5–8NbTa systems to inhibit the overgrowth of the thermal growth oxide(TGO)of TBCs.In addition,influenced by lattice dis-tortion and solid solution strengthening,the samples possess higher hardness(7.51–8.15 GPa)and TECs(9.78×10^(−6)K−1^(-1)0.78×10^(−6)K^(−1),1500℃)than the single rare-earth niobates and tantalates.Based on their excellent overall properties,it is considered that 5–8NbTa can be used as auspicious TBCs.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(42250102,42250101)the Macao Foundation.
文摘Water content, whether as free or lattice-bound water, is a crucial factor in determining the Earth's internal thermal state and plays a key role in volcanic eruptions, melting phenomena, and mantle convection rates. As electrical conductivity in the Earth's interior is highly sensitive to water content, it is an important geophysical parameter for understanding the deep Earth water content. Since its launch on May 21, 2023, the MSS-1(Macao Science Satellite-1) mission has operated for nearly one year, with its magnetometer achieving a precision of higher than 0.5 nT after orbital testing and calibration. Orbiting at 450 kilometers with a unique 41-degree inclination, the satellite enables high-density observations across multiple local times, allowing detailed monitoring of low-latitude regions and enhancing data for global conductivity imaging. To better understand the global distribution of water within the Earth's interior, it is crucial to study internal conductivity structure and water content distribution. To this aim, we introduce a method for using MSS-1 data to estamate induced magnetic fields related to magnetospheric currents. We then develop a trans-dimensional Bayesian approach to reveal Earth's internal conductivity, providing probable conductivity structure with an uncertainty analysis. Finally, by integrating known mineral composition, pressure, and temperature distribution within the mantle, we estimate the water content range in the mantle transition zone, concluding that this region may contain the equivalent of up to 3.0 oceans of water, providing compelling evidence that supports the hypothesis of a deep water cycle within the Earth's interior.
基金supported by National Key Research&Development Program of China(Grant Nos.2021YFB3703300,2021YFE010016 and 2020YFA0405900)National Natural Science Foundation(Grant Nos.52220105003 and 51971075)+2 种基金the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(Grant No.FRFCU5710000918)Natural Science Foundation of Heilongjiang Province-Outstanding Youth Fund(Grant No.YQ2020E006)JSPS KAKENHI(Grant No.JP21H01669).
文摘High thermal conductivity and high strength Mg-1.5Mn-2.5Ce alloy with a tensile yield strength of 387.0 MPa,ultimate tensile strength of 395.8 MPa,and thermal conductivity of 142.1 W/(m·K)was successfully fabricated via hot extrusion.The effects of La and Ce additions on the microstructure,thermal conductivity,and mechanical properties of the Mg-1.5Mn alloy were investigated.The results indicated that both the as-extruded Mg-1.5Mn-2.5La and Mg-1.5Mn-2.5Ce alloys exhibited a bimodal grain structure,with dynamically precipitated nano-scaleα-Mn phases.In comparison with La,the addition of Ce enhanced the dynamic precipitation more effectively during hot extrusion,while its influence on promoting the dynamic recrystallization was relatively weaker.The high tensile strength obtained in the as-extruded Mg-1.5Mn-2.5RE alloys can be attributed to the combined influence of the bimodal grain structure(with fine dynamic recrystallized(DRXed)grain size and high proportion of un-dynamic recrystallized(unDRXed)grains),dense nano-scale precipitates,and broken Mg12RE phases,while the remarkable thermal conductivity was due to the precipitation of Mn-rich phases from the Mg matrix.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.22171102 and 22090044)the National Key R&D Program of China(Nos.2021YFF0500502 and 2023YFA1506304)+2 种基金the Jilin Province Science and Technology Development Plan(No.20230101024JC)the"Medicine+X"crossinnovation team of Bethune Medical Department of Jilin University"Leading the Charge with Open Competition"construction project(No.2022JBGS04)the Jilin University Graduate Training Office(Nos.2021JGZ08 and 2022YJSJIP20).
文摘Solid-state electrolytes(SSEs),as the core component within the next generation of key energy storage technologies-solid-state lithium batteries(SSLBs)-are significantly leading the development of future energy storage systems.Among the numerous types of SSEs,inorganic oxide garnet-structured superionic conductors Li7La3Zr2O12(LLZO)crystallized with the cubic Iaˉ3d space group have received considerable attention owing to their highly advantageous intrinsic properties encompassing reasonable lithium-ion conductivity,wide electrochemical voltage window,high shear modulus,and excellent chemical stability with electrodes.However,no SSEs possess all the properties necessary for SSLBs,thus both the ionic conductivity at room temperature and stability in ambient air regarding cubic garnet-based electrolytes are still subject to further improvement.Hence,this review comprehensively covers the nine key structural factors affecting the ion conductivity of garnet-based electrolytes comprising Li concentration,Li vacancy concentration,Li carrier concentration and mobility,Li occupancy at available sites,lattice constant,triangle bottleneck size,oxygen vacancy defects,and Li-O bonding interactions.Furthermore,the general illustration of structures and fundamental features being crucial to chemical stability is examined,including Li concentration,Li-site occupation behavior,and Li-O bonding interactions.Insights into the composition-structure-property relations among cubic garnet-based oxide ionic conductors from the perspective of their crystal structures,revealing the potential compatibility conflicts between ionic transportation and chemical stability resulting from Li-O bonding interactions.We believe that this review will lay the foundation for future reasonable structural design of oxide-based or even other types of superionic conductors,thus assisting in promoting the rapid development of alternative green and sustainable technologies.
基金National Key Research and Development Program of China(2024YFB3714804)National Natural Science Foundation of China(52171277)+1 种基金Baima Lake Laboratory Joint Funds of the Zhejiang Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China(LBMHZ24E020001)Shanxi-Zheda Institute of Advanced Materials and Chemical Engineering(2022SZ-TD006).
文摘Magnesium potassium phosphate cement(MKPC)coatings exhibit potential for carbon steel protection but face challenges in practical application due to the preparation process and properties.This study develops flake graphite(FG)-modified MKPC coatings via spraying process,investigating the effects of FG size and dosage on phase composition,microstructure,mechanical properties,corrosion protection,and thermal conductivity.Results show that a low FG dosage(5 wt%)synergistically optimizes multifunctional performance.Compared to unmodified MKPC,FG2-1 exhibited exceptional impact resistance,associated with a 57%reduction in corrosion current density(icorr),a 356.3% increase in low-frequency impedance modulus(Z_(0.01 Hz))and a 37% increase in thermal conductivity.However,the coating with a high FG dosage(15 wt%)degraded performance due to defect accumulation and reduced crystallinity of KMgPO_(4)·6H_(2)O.This work advances the rational design of multifunctional inorganic coatings for extreme service environments requiring coupled corrosion protection and thermal management.
文摘The rapid development of the information era has led to in-creased power consumption,which generates more heat.This requires more efficient thermal management systems,with the most direct ap-proach being the development of su-perior thermal interface materials(TIMs).Mesocarbon microbeads(MCMBs)have several desirable properties for this purpose,includ-ing high thermal conductivity and excellent thermal stability.Although their thermal conductivity(K)may not be exceptional among all carbon materials,their ease of production and low cost make them ideal filler materials for developing a new generation of carbon-based TIMs.We report the fabrication of high-performance TIMs by incorporating MCMBs in a polyimide(PI)framework,producing highly graphitized PI/MCMB(PM)foams and anisotropic polydimethylsiloxane/PM(PDMS/PM)composites with a high thermal conductivity using directional freezing and high-temperature thermal annealing.The resulting materials had a high through-plane(TP)K of 15.926 W·m^(−1)·K^(−1),4.83 times that of conventional thermally conductive silicone pads and 88.5 times higher than that of pure PDMS.The composites had excellent mechanical properties and thermal stability,meeting the de-mands of modern electronic products for integration,multi-functionality,and miniaturization.
基金supported by the Priority Program SPP 1992 of the German Science Foundation(DFG)The Diversity of Exoplanets under project number 362460292.
文摘We calculate the electrical and thermal conductivity of hydrogen for a wide range of densities and temperatures by using molecular dynamics simulations informed by density functional theory.On the basis of the corresponding extended ab initio data set,we construct interpolation formulas covering the range from low-density,high-temperature to high-density,low-temperature plasmas.Our conductivity model repro-duces the well-known limits of the Spitzer and Ziman theory.We compare with available experimental data andfind very good agreement.The new conductivity model can be applied,for example,in dynamo simulations for magneticfield generation in gas giant planets,brown dwarfs,and stellar envelopes.
基金Project supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(2021YFB3501204)the National Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars(51925605)+1 种基金the National Science Foundation for Excellent Young Scholars(52222107)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(52171195,52201036)。
文摘As one of the core components of a magnetic refrigerator,magnetic refrigeration materials are expected to have not only a considerable magnetocaloric effect but also excellent thermal conductivity.The poor thermal conductivity of many competitive oxide-based magnetic refrigerants,exemplified by EuTiO3-based compounds,acts as a major limitation to their practical application.Therefore,improving the thermal conductivity of magnetic refrigeration materials has become a research emphasis of magnetic refrigeration in recent years.In this work,a series of EuTiO_(3)(ETO)/Cu composites with different copper additives was prepared using a solid-phase reaction method by introducing appropriate amounts of copper powder.The influence of the introduction of copper on the phase composition,microstructure,thermal conductivity,and magnetocaloric effect of the composites was systematically investigated.Unexpectedly,the thermal conductivity of the composites is enhanced by up to 260%due to copper addition,accompanied by only a 5%decrease in magnetic entropy change and refrigerating capacity.Copper additive forms localized thermal conductive networks and promotes the densification process,resulting in significantly enhanced thermal conductivity of the composites.This work demonstrates the feasibility of improving the thermal conductivity of oxide-base d magnetic refrigeration materials by introducing highly thermally conductive substances.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant Nos. 22475179 and 22275173)。
文摘Realizing effective enhancement in the thermally conductive performance of polymer bonded explosives(PBXs) is vital for improving the resultant environmental adaptabilities of the PBXs composites. Herein, a kind of primary-secondary thermally conductive network was designed by water-suspension granulation, surface coating, and hot-pressing procedures in the graphene-based PBXs composites to greatly increase the thermal conductive performance of the composites. The primary network with a threedimensional structure provided the heat-conducting skeleton, while the secondary network in the polymer matrix bridged the primary network to increase the network density. The enhancement efficiency in the thermally conductive performance of the composites reached the highest value of 59.70% at a primary-secondary network ratio of 3:1. Finite element analysis confirmed the synergistic enhancement effect of the primary and secondary thermally conductive networks. This study introduces an innovative approach to designing network structures for PBX composites, significantly enhancing their thermal conductivity.
基金Funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.22005151)the Natural Science Foundation of Nanjing University of Posts and Telecommunications(No.NY220127)。
文摘Polyvinyl alcohol(PVA)hydrogels doped with cyclohexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexacarboxylic acid(CHA)were successfully prepared during drying and swelling.Structural and morphological characterizations suggest the carboxyl and hydroxyl groups in the material undergo esterification during the preparation of the material,which contributes to the high transparency with 90%transmittance in the 400 to 800 nm range and robust mechanical properties of the material with a tensile strength at a break of 27.55 MPa.It is noteworthy that the bending and torsion angles exhibit a strong linear correlation with electrical resistance,enabling the monitoring of the bending motion state of each human body segment.
基金Applied Basic Research Program of Liaoning Province(CN)(2022JH2/101300078)。
文摘Self-designed Al8Si0.4Mg0.4Fe aluminium alloy was modified with Sr,followed by solid solution and aging treatments to regulate its microstructure and mechanical/electrical properties.The results show that after the modification treatment,the room-temperature tensile strength of the alloy remains nearly unchanged,the elongation at break slightly increases from 1.82%to 3.34%,and the electrical conductivity significantly increases from 40.1%international annealed copper standard(IACS)to 42.0%IACS.After the modification,the alloy was subjected to solid solution treatment at 515℃for 8 h,followed by aging treatment at 180,200,220 and 240℃for 6 h.With increasing aging temperature,the electrical conductivity increases monotonously from 41.4%IACS to 45.5%IACS,while the room-temperature tensile strength initially increases and then decreases.At 200℃,the alloy achieves an optimal balance between electrical conductivity and room-temperature tensile strength:the electrical conductivity is 42.5%IACS,and the room-temperature tensile strength is 282.9 MPa.When the aging temperature continues to rise,the alloy undergoes overaging.Although the conductivity continues to increase,the room-temperature tensile strength drops sharply,and it is only 177.1 MPa at 240℃.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.41825018)Strategic Priority Research Program of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(Grant No.XDA23090402)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.42141009).
文摘Experimental research into the hydraulic conductivity curve (HCC) of unsaturated soil is limited due to the inherent challenge associated with labor, cost, and time. Typically, the HCC is estimated using the soil water characteristic curve (SWCC) based models and saturated hydraulic conductivity (SHC). However, the efficiency of the SWCC-based model is rarely assessed, and the influence of soil density and pore structure on HCC remains incomplete due to limited experimental data. To address this gap, this study employs an innovative filter-paper-based column method, which can measure the HCC over a wide suction range (e.g. 0−105 kPa), to capture the HCCs of both intact and compacted specimens with varying dry densities. The efficiency of two typical SWCC-based models is assessed using the measured data. Meanwhile, the mercury intrusion porosity (MIP) technique is employed to obtain the pore characteristic (i.e. pore size distribution (PSD)) and a method of predicting the HCC using the PSD data is proposed, emphasizing the dominant role of the pore structure in shaping the HCC. The results reveal that the dry density's influence on the HCC is primarily observed within the low suction range, corresponding to variations in the dominant and large pores. In the high suction range, the HCCs align along a linear trajectory when plotted in a log-log format. A notable finding is the overestimation of the HCC obtained from the SWCC-based models using the measured SHC. When the SHC is regarded as a fitting parameter, good agreement is achieved. The adjusted SHC value is typically 0-1 order of magnitude lower than the measured value, and this discrepancy diminishes as dry density increases. On the other hand, the proposed PSD-based model performs well with the measured SHC data. Caution is exercised when using the SHC to estimate the HCC for modeling water movement in partially saturated soil.
基金supported by the National Key Re-search and Development Program of China(No.2021YFA0715700)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52003212).
文摘As a natural biopolymer material,silk fibroin with unique mechanical properties can be used in the preparation of biocomposite hydrogels for strain sensors.But,the electromechanical properties of bio-composite hydrogel strain sensors are still insufficient,such as the deterioration of electrical signals and low sensitivity,which need to develop a hydrogel with a stable transmission network for electric con-duction.Herein,a silk fibroin biocomposite hydrogel is prepared by incorporating tannic acid and MXene nanosheets into a polyacrylamide and silk fibroin double network.The electromechanical properties of hydrogels are improved by optimizing the proportion of material components.As a result,the double network structure and supramolecular interaction enhance the stretchability of hydrogels(692% fracture strain).The hydrogel also exhibits good biocompatibility and conductivity(0.85 S/m),which shows the application prospect in wearable sensors.The wireless strain sensor assembled by this biocomposite hy-drogel presents good portability and sensing performance,such as high sensitivity(gauge factor=6.04),wide working range(500% strain),and outstanding stability(1000 cycles at 100%strain).The results in-dicate that the hydrogel strain sensor can be used to monitor human body movement.The biocomposite hydrogel is expected to be applied in the field of wearable strain sensors,and this study can provide a new way for the design of flexible electronic materials.
基金supported by the Nation Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2021YFB3701100).
文摘The contradiction between mechanical properties and thermal conductivity of magnesium alloys is a roadblock for their widespread applications.In this study,we developed a hot-extruded Mg-8Gd-1Er-8Zn-1Mn alloy with high-strength and high-thermal-conductivity via dual-phase,W-phase andα-Mn,synergistically strengthening.The alloy extruded at 300℃ exhibited the yield strength and elongation of 372 MPa and 12%,respectively,it simultaneously demonstrated a high thermal conductivity of 134.3W/(m·K).After extrusion,the original coarse W-phase in the alloy was broken into near-spheroidal particles,which reduced the probability of electron scattering.In addition,a large number of solute atoms dynamically precipitated in the form of nanoscale rod-like W-phase andα-Mn,makingα-Mg matrix revert to a nearly periodic arrangement state.The high yield strength of the alloy is predominantly determined by grain boundary strengthening as well as W-phase andα-Mn dual-phase strengthening.Notably,the strategy of dual-phase strengthening provides a valuable approach for developing structure-function integrated Mg alloys.
基金financially supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2022YFE0109600)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52150710544)。
文摘An additional hot compression process was applied to a dilute Mg−Mn−Zn alloy post-extrusion.The alloy was extruded at 150℃ with an extrusion ratio of 15:1 and subsequently hot-compressed at 180℃ with a true strain of 0.9 along the extrusion direction.The microstructure,mechanical properties and thermal conductivity of as-extruded and as-hot compressed Mg−Mn−Zn alloys were investigated using optical microscopy,scanning electron microscopy,electron backscattering diffraction,and transmission electron microscopy.The aim was to concurrently enhance both strength and thermal conductivity by fostering uniform and refined microstructures while mitigating basal texture intensity.Substantial improvements were observed in yield strength(YS),ultimate tensile strength(UTS),and elongation(EL),with increase of 77%,53% and 10%,respectively.Additionally,thermal conductivity demonstrated a notable enhancement,rising from 111 to 125 W/(m·K).The underlying mechanism driving these improvements through the supplementary hot compression step was thoroughly elucidated.This study presents a promising pathway for the advancement of Mg alloys characterized by superior thermal and mechanical properties.
基金The Natural Science Foundation of Liaoning Province of China(Grant No.2023-MSLH-314)he 2024 Yingkou Institute of Technology Campus level Scientific Research Project(FDL202408)+1 种基金The Foundation of Liaoning Provincial Key Laboratoryof Energy Storageand Utilization(GrantNo.CNNK202406)Yingkou Instituteof Technology campus level research project-Development of food additive supercriticalextraction equipment and fluid transmission systemresearch(Grant No.HX202427).
文摘Thermal conductivity is an important physical parameter in thermal equipment,in the blast furnace,rotary kiln and other equipment,multi-layer cylindrical wall is extremely important in industrial production of a thermal conductivity model,its thermal conductivity coefficient determines the ability of the cylindrical wall,which results in the existence of a large number of multi-layer cylinder thermal conductivity problems of the pitfalls.This paper focuses on the establishment of a mathematical model of the multi-layer cylinder thermal conductivity problem,by applying different voltages to the multi-layer cylinder wall,study the temperature distribution of the multi-layer cylinder wall under the conditions of natural convection and forced convection,and draw the line graphs under the conditions of natural convection and forced convection by Origin software,and finally conclude that:under the same conditions,the forced convection is significantly stronger than the natural convection;under the conditions of different voltages,the multi-layer cylinder wall under the conditions of steady state convection,the forced convection is much stronger than natural convection.Under different voltage conditions,the temperature of the multilayer cylinder wall under steady state conditions increases with the increase of voltage,which provides a strong support for the related research.
基金the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(Grant No.2024MD753992)Shaanxi Geotechnical Mechanics and Engineering Young Talent Support Program Project(Grant No.YESS2024005)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.41931285).
文摘In this study,compacted loess samples with varying compaction water content but identical dry density were prepared to investigate the evolution of their hydraulic conductivity and compression behavior.Additionally,environmental scanning electron microscopy(ESEM)and nuclear magnetic resonance(NMR)analyses were conducted to gain microstructural insights into loess behavior at the laboratory scale.The results indicate that the maximum saturated hydraulic conductivity is observed at the lowest compaction water content,particularly in the early stage of permeability tests.In particular,for loess compacted at water contents below the optimum(as determined by the modified Proctor compaction test),the hydraulic conductivity decreases throughout the permeability tests.Conversely,when the water content exceeds the optimum level,the hydraulic conductivity shows an increasing trend.In terms of compression behavior,when the as-compacted samples are loaded in oedometer conditions,an increase in material compressibility is observed with increasing compaction water content.Again,a different phenomenological behavior was observed when the compaction water content exceeded the optimum,i.e.an abrupt increase in loess compressibility.ESEM tests provide microstructural confirmation of this evidence,as the surface morphology of the compacted loess changes significantly with increasing compaction water content.The microstructural evolution was also quantified in terms of area ratio using image processing software.Finally,NMR was used to quantify the intra-and inter-aggregate water at different compaction water contents,once again highlighting a threshold for the presence or absence of inter-aggregate water similar to the optimum water content.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.62374035,92263106,12061131009)the Science and Technology Commission of Shanghai Municipality(No.21520712600).
文摘Silver nanowires(Ag NWs)have promising application potential in electronic displays because of their superior flexibility and transparency.Doping Ni in Ag NWs has proven to be an effective strategy to im-prove its work function.However,AgNi NWs-based electrodes suffer from poor electrical conductivity under air exposure due to the low-conductivity NiO generated on its surface.Here,Cu was further doped in AgNi NWs to form AgNiCu NWs and regulate its surface oxide under long-term air exposure.Finally,it is demonstrated that the conductivity of AgNiCu NWs can acquire an improved tolerable tempera-ture(over 240℃)and prolonged high-temperature tolerance time(over 150 min)by finely regulating the doping content Cu,indicating an enhanced air-stable conductivity.The optimized AgNiCu NWs also achieve superior transparent conductivity as pure Ag NWs and high work function as AgNi NWs,which has been successfully applied in constructing an n-type photodiode with an effective rectification effect.
基金Funded by the Guangxi Natural Science Foundation(No.2024GXNSFBA010338)。
文摘A highly thermally conductive magnesium borate/boron nitride(A-MBN)composite whisker was developed which was surface functionalized by(3-Aminopropyl)triethoxysilane.Its growth mechanism was proposed.Then,A-MBN/epoxy composites were prepared.When the A-MBN content is 8wt%,the thermal conductivity of the A-MBN/EP composite is 0.61 W·m^(-1)·K^(-1),which is 230%higher than that of pure EP.At the same time,the tensile strength of the composite material is 85.4%higher than that of the pure EP,and it also maintains excellent electrical insulation property.Finally,the infrared imaging test verifies the excellent heat dissipation performance of the composite material,indicating that the composite material has broad application prospects in the field of thermal conductive materials.
