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
Photocatalysis is an important process in energy conversion and environmental usage because of its feasible,profitable,and environmentally safe benefits.Coordination chemistry of the CeO_(2)is gaining significant inte...Photocatalysis is an important process in energy conversion and environmental usage because of its feasible,profitable,and environmentally safe benefits.Coordination chemistry of the CeO_(2)is gaining significant interest because its nanocomposites show unique characteristics namely optically active,wide bandgap(Eg),reversible valence states(Ce^(3+/4+)),rich defect architectures,high O_(2)storage capability,ionic conductivity,and exceptional chemical resistance.Systematically summarized the importance of synthesis methods,particle morphology,and crystal structure aiming at how to heighten the efficacy of CeO_(2)-derived hybrid heterojunction(HHJ)photocatalyst.Selection of an appropriate synthesis method and morphology of the composite materials are beneficial in inhibiting the rapid electron-hole(e^(−)-h^(+))recombination,improvement in visible light adsorption,and large generation of e^(−)-h^(+)pairs to accelerate the photocatalysts activities.Various modification approaches include elemental doping(metal/non-metal doping),heterojunction construction(lower/wide Eg semiconductors(SCD),carbon,conducting polymeric materials),imperfection engineering,and multicomponent hybrid composites.These methods assist as a valuable resource for the rational design of effective CeO_(2)-based composite photocatalysts for sustainable development owing to the enhancement of oxygen species mobility,rapid charge transfer,maximum visible light captivation and slow down the charge recombination rate with increase photogeneration of e−-h+pairs.Also examines the advancements made in CeO_(2)conjugated hybrid composites in photo-oxidation of wastewater effluents(antibiotic/organic dyes/chemical/pharmaceutical),heavy metal removal,H2 production,CO_(2)reduction,and H2O splitting applications.Subsequently,the difficulties and fundamental ideas behind several heterojunction photocatalysts encountered by CeO_(2)-based composites are examined,and future directions for their development are suggested.展开更多
Unmanaged wood waste,particularly in countries like Nepal,presents serious environmental concerns due to open burning and improper disposal,leading to carbon emissions,air pollution and land degradation.This study int...Unmanaged wood waste,particularly in countries like Nepal,presents serious environmental concerns due to open burning and improper disposal,leading to carbon emissions,air pollution and land degradation.This study introduces an environmentally sustainable strategy to upcycle Toona ciliata wood scrap—an abundant and underutilized lignocellulosic biomass—into high performance carbon electrodes for green energy storage applications.Activated carbon(TCWAC)was synthesized via single-step pyrolytic carbonization followed by phosphoric acid activation,yielding a material with high specific surface area,hierarchical porosity,and excellent electrical conductivity.Electrochemical measurements using a three-electrode configuration in 6 M KOH revealed optimized potential windows of -1.0 to -0.2 V(TCWAC),-1.2 to 0 V(TCWAC-Mn),and -1.15 to -0.4 V(TCWAC-Fe).TCWAC exhibited a specific capacitance of 156.3 Fg^(-1)at 1 Ag^(-1),with an energy density of 3.5 Whkg^(-1),and 80.2% capacity retention after 1000 charge-discharge cycles.Composites with MnO_(2)and Fe_(2)O_(3)were also evaluated.TWAC-Mn delivered 489.4 Fg^(-1),25.1 Whkg^(-1),and 99.1% retention,whereas,TWAC-Fe achieved 321.3 Fg^(-1),6.3 Whkg^(-1),and 90.3% retention.The superior performance of MnO_(2)is attributed to its multiple oxidation states,facilitating reversible faradaic redox and enhanced pseudocapacitance.This work offers the first direct,systematic comparison of MnO_(2)and Fe_(2)O_(3)composites on a common biomass-carbon matrix under identical synthesis and testing conditions.The finding provides mechanistic insight into charge storage behaviour and demonstrate a scalable route for converting biomass waste into sustainable electrode materials,contributing to cleaner energy solutions and improved biomass valorization.展开更多
B2-CuZr phase reinforced amorphous alloy matrix composites has become one of the research hotspots in the field of materials science due to the“transformation-induced plasticity”phenomenon,which makes the composites...B2-CuZr phase reinforced amorphous alloy matrix composites has become one of the research hotspots in the field of materials science due to the“transformation-induced plasticity”phenomenon,which makes the composites show better macroscopic plastic deformability and obvious work-hardening behavior compared to the conventional amorphous alloy matrix composites reinforced with ductile phases.However,the in-situ metastable B2-CuZr phase tends to undergo eutectoid decomposition during solidification,and the volume fraction,size,and distribution of B2-CuZr phase are difficult to control,which limits the development and application of these materials.To date,much efforts have been made to solve the above problems through composition optimization,casting parameter tailoring,and post-processing technique.In this study,a review was given based on relevant studies,focusing on the predictive approach,reinforcing mechanism,and microstructure tailoring methods of B2-CuZr phase reinforced amorphous alloy matrix composites.The research focus and future prospects were also given for the future development of the present composite system.展开更多
The Al-Mg_(2)Si in-situ composite is a lightweight material with great potential for application in fields such as automotive lightweighting,aerospace,and electronic components.In this research,the modification,semi-s...The Al-Mg_(2)Si in-situ composite is a lightweight material with great potential for application in fields such as automotive lightweighting,aerospace,and electronic components.In this research,the modification,semi-solid technology coupled with different types of electromagnetic stirring was applied to regulate the undesirable solidified dendritic microstructure and facilitate the composites’mechanical properties.The spheroidization and refinement of Mg_(2)Si andα-Al matrix in SM(semi-solid)+RES(rotate electromagnetic stirring)sample and SM+SHES(single winding helical electromagnetic stirring)sample are realized under the effect of fused dendrite arm,the decreased critical nucleate radius,and the increased nucleation rate and extra supercooling degree induced by electromagnetic stirring.The Mg_(2)Si phase in the SM+RES sample and SM+SHES sample is refined by 73.4%and 75.7%,respectively compared to the AC(as-cast)sample.Besides,the single winding electromagnetic stirring can lead to more homogeneously distributed physical fields,lower temperature gradient,and more significant mass transfer,mainly responsible for the more homogeneous distributed reinforced finer Mg_(2)Si particles in the SM+SHES sample.Moreover,both the tensile properties and hardness of modified semi-solid composites are improved through electromagnetic stirring.Compared with RES,the improvement effect of SHES is more excellent.The SM+SHES sample possesses the highest Brinell hardness(124.7 HB),and its quality index of tensile properties is 5.73%and 82.2%higher than that of the SM+RES and AC samples,respectively.展开更多
Ultrasonic vibration treatment(UVT)at varying power was successfully applied to the Cu–TiB_(2) composite melt using a SiAlON ceramic sonotrode.The results indicate that TiB_(2) particles are more evenly dispersed in ...Ultrasonic vibration treatment(UVT)at varying power was successfully applied to the Cu–TiB_(2) composite melt using a SiAlON ceramic sonotrode.The results indicate that TiB_(2) particles are more evenly dispersed in the Cu matrix with increasing ultrasonic power,leading to improved mechanical properties of as-cast composites(≤1000 W).With 1000 W UVT,the distribution of TiB_(2) particles becomes the remarkably uniform and well dispersed,with the size of TiB_(2) particle aggregates decreasing from~50μm without UVT to~5μm.The ultimate tensile strength,yield strength,and elongation of the as-cast composite are 201 MPa,85 MPa,and 28.6%,respectively,representing increases of 21.1%,27.3%,and 43%,respectively,compared to the as-cast composite without UVT.However,when the power is increased to 1500 W,thermal efects are likely to emerge,and the ultrasonic attenuation efect is enhanced,resulting in the re-agglomeration of TiB_(2) particles and a deterioration in performance.By quantitatively analyzing the relationships between sound pressure(Pk),sound energy density(I),sound pulse velocity(V),and ultrasonic power,the infuence mechanism of ultrasonic power on the composite microstructure has been further elucidated and characterized.This study provides crucial guidance for the industrial application of UVT in the fabrication of Cu matrix composites.展开更多
A novel mechanical stirring-assisted double-melt in-situ reaction casting process was developed to prepare Cu-1TiB2(wt%)composites.The effects of preparation parameters(melting reaction temperature,stirring rate and s...A novel mechanical stirring-assisted double-melt in-situ reaction casting process was developed to prepare Cu-1TiB2(wt%)composites.The effects of preparation parameters(melting reaction temperature,stirring rate and stirring time)on the microstructure and properties of Cu-1TiB2 composites were investigated.The melt viscosity and particle motion during stirring process were analyzed.The strong turbulence and shear effects generated by mechanical stirring in the melt not only significantly improve the particle distribution but also contribute to adequate in-situ reactions and precise control of the chemical composition.The optimal preparation parameters were 1200℃,a stirring rate of 100 r·min^(−1) and a stirring time of 1 min.Combined with the cold rolling process,the tensile strength,elongation and electrical conductivity of the composite reached 475 MPa,6.0%and 88.4%IACS,respectively,which were significantly better than the composite prepared by manual stirring.The good plasticity is attributed to the uniform distribution of TiB_(2) particles,effectively retarding the crack propagation.The dispersion of particles promotes heterogeneous nucleation of Cu matrix and inhibits grain growth.On the other hand,dispersed particles contribute to grain shear fracture and dislocation multiplication during cold deformation.Therefore,the composite achieves higher dislocation strengthening and grain boundary strengthening.展开更多
Cost-effective CO_(2) adsorbents are gaining increasing attention as viable solutions for mitigating climate change.In this study,composites were synthesized by electrochemically combining the post-gasification residu...Cost-effective CO_(2) adsorbents are gaining increasing attention as viable solutions for mitigating climate change.In this study,composites were synthesized by electrochemically combining the post-gasification residue of Macadamia nut shell with copper benzene-1,3,5-tricarboxylate(CuBTC).Among the different composites synthesized,the ratio of 1:1 between biochar and CuBTC(B 1:1)demonstrated the highest CO_(2) adsorption capacity.Under controlled laboratory conditions(0℃,1 bar,without the influence of ambient moisture or CO_(2) diffusion limitations),B 1:1 achieved a CO_(2) adsorption capacity of 9.8 mmol/g,while under industrial-like conditions(25℃,1 bar,taking into account the impact of ambient moisture and CO_(2) diffusion limitations within a bed of adsorbent),it reached 6.2 mmol/g.These values surpassed those reported for various advanced CO_(2) adsorbents investigated in previous studies.The superior performance of the B 1:1 composite can be attributed to the optimization of the number of active sites,porosity,and the preservation of the full physical and chemical surface properties of both parentmaterials.Furthermore,the composite exhibited a notable CO_(2)/N_(2) selectivity and improved stability under moisture conditions.These favorable characteristics make B 1:1 a promising candidate for industrial applications.展开更多
Mg alloys have the defects of low stiffness,low strength,and high coefficient of thermal expansion(CTE).The composites strategy and its architecture design are effective approaches to improve the comprehensive perform...Mg alloys have the defects of low stiffness,low strength,and high coefficient of thermal expansion(CTE).The composites strategy and its architecture design are effective approaches to improve the comprehensive performance of materials,but the processing difficulty,especially in ceramics forming,limits the control and innovation of material architecture.Here,combined with 3D printing and squeeze infiltration technology,two precisely controllable architectures of AZ91/Al_(2)O_(3)interpenetrating phase composites(IPC)with ceramic scaffold were prepared.The interface,properties and impact of different architecture on IPC performance were studied by experiments and finite element simulation.The metallurgical bonding of the interface was realized with the formation of MgAl_(2)O_(4)reaction layer.The IPC with 1 mm circular hole scaffold(1C-IPC)exhibited significantly improved elastic modulus of 164 GPa,high compressive strength of 680 MPa,and good CTE of 12.91×10^(-6)K^(−1),which were 3.64 times,1.98 times and 55%of the Mg matrix,respectively.Their elastic modulus,compressive strength,and CTE were superior to the vast majority of Mg alloys and Mg based composites.The reinforcement and matrix were bicontinuous and interpenetrating each other,which played a critical role in ensuring the potent strengthening effect of the Al_(2)O_(3)reinforcement by efficient load transfer.Under the same volume fraction of reinforcements,compared to IPC with 1 mm hexagonal hole scaffold(1H-IPC),the elastic modulus and compressive strength of 1C-IPC increased by 15%and 28%,respectively,which was due to the reduced stress concentration and more uniform stress distribution of 1C-IPC.It shows great potential of architecture design in improving the performance of composites.This study provides architectural design strategy and feasible preparation method for the development of high performance materials.展开更多
Ti_(2)AlC/TiAl composites with a network structure were successfully prepared with carbon nanotubes and Ti-45Al-8Nb pre-alloyed powder using spark plasma sintering.The effects of sintering temperature(1200-1350℃)on t...Ti_(2)AlC/TiAl composites with a network structure were successfully prepared with carbon nanotubes and Ti-45Al-8Nb pre-alloyed powder using spark plasma sintering.The effects of sintering temperature(1200-1350℃)on the microstructural evolution and mechanical properties were systematically investigated.The microstructure of Ti_(2)AlC/TiAl composites exhibits duplex,near-lamellar,and fully lamellar structures,as the sintering temperature increases from 1200 to 1350℃.The network structured Ti_(2)AlC phase can refine the microstructure and the phase becomes discontinuous at high sintering temperatures.Notably,composites sintered at 1300℃ exhibit excellent mechanical properties,with the highest compressive strength(1921 MPa)and fracture strain(26%)at room temperature.Moreover,the ultimate tensile strength and fracture strain reach 537 MPa and 3.1%at 900℃,and 485 MPa and 3.3%at 950℃,respectively.The enhancement of the mechanical properties is attributed primarily to the load bearing,particle pull-out,and inhibition of crack propagation induced by Ti_(2)AlC particles.展开更多
FeSiAl-based soft magnetic composites(SMCs),prepared from insulated FeSiAl powders,are widely applied in electronic devices.However,it is still challenging to achieve high magnetic and mechanical properties simultaneo...FeSiAl-based soft magnetic composites(SMCs),prepared from insulated FeSiAl powders,are widely applied in electronic devices.However,it is still challenging to achieve high magnetic and mechanical properties simultaneously due to the undesirable insulation layer.Here,double Al_(2)O_(3) insulation layers are prepared for FeSiAl SMC.Atomic-scale characterizations reveal an in-situ epitaxial Al_(2)O_(3) layer at FeSiAl surface under the catalysis of NaAlO_(2),and an outer amorphous Al_(2)O_(3) layer by subsequent NaAlO2 hydrolysis.The above structure ensures effective insulation of FeSiAl powders and excellent magnetic properties of the FeSiAl/NaAlO2 SMC,with permeability of 101 and power loss of 128 mW/cm^(3)(50 mT,100 kHz)respectively.Moreover,in-situ Al_(2)O_(3)/amorphous Al_(2)O_(3) on FeSiAl matrix also leads to distinguished crush strength of 36.5 MPa for the core sample,which is ascribed to the enhanced adhesion at different interfaces as evidenced by similar local oxygen coordination and low strain distribution.This work provides a novel method to fabricate high-performance FeSiAl SMCs.展开更多
The interfacial reaction behavior of Al and Ti_(3)AlC_(2)at different pouring temperatures and its effect on the microstructure and mechanical properties of the composites were investigated.The results show that the a...The interfacial reaction behavior of Al and Ti_(3)AlC_(2)at different pouring temperatures and its effect on the microstructure and mechanical properties of the composites were investigated.The results show that the addition of3.0 wt.%Ti_(3)AlC_(2)refines the average grain size ofα(Al)in the composite by 50.1%compared to Al6061 alloy.Morphological analyses indicate that an in-situ Al_(3Ti)transition layer of-180 nm in thickness is generated around the edge of Ti_(3)AlC_(2)at 720℃,forming a well-bonded Al-Al_(3Ti)interface.At this processing temperature,the ultimate tensile strength of A16061-3.0 wt.%Ti_(3)AlC_(2)composite is 199.2 MPa,an improvement of 41.5%over the Al6061 matrix.Mechanism analyses further elucidate that 720℃is favourable for forming the nano-sized transition layer at the Ti_(3)AlC_(2)edges.And,the thermal mismatch strengthening plays a dominant role in this state,with a strengthening contribution of about 74.8%.展开更多
The aim of the present paper is to study 2-complex symmetric bounded weighted composition operators on the Fock space of C^(N) with the conjugations J and J_(t,A,b) defined by ■ respectively,where k(z_(1),...,z_N)=(...The aim of the present paper is to study 2-complex symmetric bounded weighted composition operators on the Fock space of C^(N) with the conjugations J and J_(t,A,b) defined by ■ respectively,where k(z_(1),...,z_N)=(■,...,■),t∈C,b∈C^(N) and A is a linear operator on C^(N).An example of 2-complex symmetric bounded weighted composition operator with the conjugation J_(t,A,b) is given.展开更多
The construction of one-dimensional(1D)sulfides has attracted extensive attention for improving mi-crowave absorption(MA)performance owing to the anisotropic conductive networks.However,the syn-thesis of conductive 1D...The construction of one-dimensional(1D)sulfides has attracted extensive attention for improving mi-crowave absorption(MA)performance owing to the anisotropic conductive networks.However,the syn-thesis of conductive 1D hierarchical materials with unique interfacial polarization and excellent MA prop-erties remains challenging.In this study,cable-like MoS_(2)/Ni_(3)S_(2) was synthesized by a one-step hydrother-mal strategy.The complex permittivity of the binary composites could be improved by tuning the thick-ness of the MoS_(2) coating.Importantly,the construction of heterogeneous contacts by MoS_(2) and Ni_(3)S_(2) contributed to enhanced polarization loss,and the charge distribution was validated by electron holog-raphy.The wide efficient absorption bandwidth can reach above 4.8 GHz at a thin thickness.These new discoveries shed light on novel structures for 1D sulfide materials and the design of functional core-shell composites for microwave absorption.展开更多
The development of advanced aircraft relies on high performance thermal-structural materials,and carbon/carbon com-posites(C/C)composited with ultrahigh-temperature ceramics are ideal candidates.However,the traditiona...The development of advanced aircraft relies on high performance thermal-structural materials,and carbon/carbon com-posites(C/C)composited with ultrahigh-temperature ceramics are ideal candidates.However,the traditional routes of compositing are either inefficient and expensive or lead to a non-uniform distribution of ceramics in the matrix.Compared with the traditional C/C-ZrC-SiC composites prepared by the reactive melt infiltration of ZrSi_(2),C/C-ZrB_(2)-ZrC-SiC composites prepared by the vacuum infiltration of ZrB_(2) combined with reactive melt infiltration have the higher content and more uniform distribution of the introduced ceramic phases.The mass and linear ablation rates of the C/C-ZrB_(2)-ZrC-SiC composites were respectively 68.9%and 29.7%lower than those of C/C-ZrC-SiC composites prepared by reactive melt infiltration.The ablation performance was improved because the volatilization of B_(2)O_(3),removes some of the heat,and the more uniformly distributed ZrO_(2),that helps produce a ZrO2-SiO2 continu-ous protective layer,hinders oxygen infiltration and decreases ablation.展开更多
Obtaining an appropriate grain size is crucial for Al alloys or Al matrix composites prior to processing,as it significantly influences the mechanical properties of components and workability during the manufacturing ...Obtaining an appropriate grain size is crucial for Al alloys or Al matrix composites prior to processing,as it significantly influences the mechanical properties of components and workability during the manufacturing process.TiB_(2)particles are exceptional grain refiners in Al and serve as excellent reinforcement particles for particulate-reinforced aluminum matrix composites.However,the optimal particle content for achieving excellent refinement and strengthening effects depends on the matrix composition and requires further investigation.Additionally,homogenization is essential for mitigating the element segregation in the ingot.Although it is anticipated that adding suitable particles can effectively inhibit undesired grain growth during homogenization,comprehensive investigations on this aspect are currently lacking.Therefore,TiB_(2)/2219Al matrix composites with varying reinforcement contents(0,1,3,5 wt%)were fabricated through traditional casting followed by homogenization treatment to address these research gaps.The effects of reinforcement content and homogenization treatment on the microstructure and mechanical properties of in-situ TiB_(2)/2219Al composites were investigated.The results demonstrate a gradual strengthening of the refining effect with increasing particle concentration.Moreover,composites containing 3 wt%TiB_(2)particles exhibit superior comprehensive mechanical properties in both as-cast and homogenized state.Additionally,potential orientation relationships are observed and calculated between undissolved Al_(2)Cu eutectic phase and submicron or nanometer-sized TiB_(2)particles,resulting in a mixture structure with enhanced bonding strength.This mixture structure is continuously distributed along grain boundaries during solidification,forming a three-dimensional cellular network that acts as primary retarding forces for grain growth during homogenization.Furthermore,the established homogenization kinetic equations were further utilized to analyze the correlation between homogenization time and grain size,as well as the influence of homogenization temperature.展开更多
The advancement of planar micro-supercapacitors(PMSCs)for micro-electromechanical systems(MEMS)has been significantly hindered by the challenge of achieving high energy and power densities.This study addresses this is...The advancement of planar micro-supercapacitors(PMSCs)for micro-electromechanical systems(MEMS)has been significantly hindered by the challenge of achieving high energy and power densities.This study addresses this issue by leveraging screen-printing technology to fabricate high-performance PMSCs using innovative composite ink.The ink,a synergistic blend of few-layer graphene(Gt),carbon black(CB),and NiCo_(2)O_(4),was meticulously mixed to form a conductive and robust coating that enhanced the capacitive performance of the PMSCs.The optimized ink formulation and printing process result in a micro-supercapacitor with an exceptional areal capacitance of 18.95 mF/cm^(2)and an areal energy density of 2.63μW·h/cm^(2)at a current density of 0.05 mA/cm^(2),along with an areal power density of 0.025 mW/cm^(2).The devices demonstrated impressive durability with a capacitance retention rate of 94.7%after a stringent 20000-cycle test,demonstrating their potential for long-term applications.Moreover,the PMSCs displayed excellent mechanical flexibility,with a capacitance decrease of only 3.43%after 5000 bending cycles,highlighting their suitability for flexible electronic devices.The ease of integrating these PMSCs into series and parallel configurations for customized power further underscores their practicality for integrated power supply solutions in various technologies.展开更多
Compared with Cu/Al_(2)O_(3)composites,high-strength Cu/Al_(2)O_(3)composites usually exhibit obviously deteriorated electrical conductivity.A chemical and mechanical alloying-based strategy was adopted to fabricate u...Compared with Cu/Al_(2)O_(3)composites,high-strength Cu/Al_(2)O_(3)composites usually exhibit obviously deteriorated electrical conductivity.A chemical and mechanical alloying-based strategy was adopted to fabricate ultrafine composite powders with lowcontent reinforcement and constructed a combined structure of Cu ultrafine powders covered with in-situ Al_(2)O_(3)nanoparticles.After consolidation at a relatively lower sintering temperature of 550℃,high-volume-fraction ultrafine grains were introduced into the Cu/Al_(2)O_(3)composite,and many in-situ Al_(2)O_(3)nanoparticles with an average size of 11.7±7.5 nm were dispersed homogeneously in the Cu grain.Results show that the composite demonstrates an excellent balance of high tensile strength(654±1 MPa)and high electrical conductivity(84.5±0.1%IACS),which is ascribed to the synergistic strengthening effect of ultrafine grains,dislocations,and in-situ Al_(2)O_(3)nanoparticles.This approach,which utilizes ultrafine composite powder with low-content reinforcement as a precursor and employs low-temperature and high-pressure sintering subsequently,may hold promising potential for large-scale industrial production of high-performance oxide dispersion strengthened alloys.展开更多
We synthesized tungsten-doped vanadium dioxide(W-VO_(2))particles via a one-step hydrothermal method,followed by their integration with antimony-doped tin oxide(ATO)nanoparticles to formulate a composite coating.Subse...We synthesized tungsten-doped vanadium dioxide(W-VO_(2))particles via a one-step hydrothermal method,followed by their integration with antimony-doped tin oxide(ATO)nanoparticles to formulate a composite coating.Subsequently,the VO_(2)/ATO composite coating was fabricated through a spin-coating process.The impact of varying W-VO_(2) content and coating thickness on the performance of the composite coatings was systematically investigated by employing X-ray diffraction,particle size distribution analysis,spectrometry,and other pertinent test methodologies.Our findings revealed that an escalation in both W-VO_(2) content and coating thickness retained high transmittance in the near-infrared band at lower temperatures.However,as the temperature increased,a notable reduction in transmittance in the near-infrared band was observed,alongside a slight decrease in transmittance within the visible band.Remarkably,when the W-VO_(2) content reached 5%and the coating thickness was 1253 nm,the transmittance of the composite coating surpassed 80%.Furthermore,the heat insulation effect achieved a remarkable 10.0℃increase.Consequently,the synthesized composite coating demonstrates significant potential for smart glass applications,particularly in the realm of heat-insulating glass.展开更多
BACKGROUND Due to saliva and salivary glands are reservoir to severe acute respiratory syndrome-coronavirus 2(SARS-CoV-2),aerosols and saliva droplets are primary sources of cross-infection and are responsible for the...BACKGROUND Due to saliva and salivary glands are reservoir to severe acute respiratory syndrome-coronavirus 2(SARS-CoV-2),aerosols and saliva droplets are primary sources of cross-infection and are responsible for the high human–human transmission of SARS-CoV-2.However,there is no evidence about how SARSCoV-2 interacts with oral structures,particularly resin composites.AIM To evaluate the interaction of SARS-CoV-2 proteins with monomers present in resin composites using in silico analysis.METHODS Four SARS-CoV-2 proteins[i.e.main protease,3C-like protease,papain-like protease(PLpro),and glycoprotein spike]were selected along with salivary amylase as the positive control,and their binding affinity with bisphenol-A glycol dimethacrylate,bisphenol-A ethoxylated dimethacrylate,triethylene glycol dimethacrylate,and urethane dimethacrylate was evaluated.Molecular docking was performed using AutoDock Vina and visualised in Chimera UCSF 1.14.The best ligand–protein model was identified based on the binding energy(ΔG–kcal/moL).RESULTS Values for the binding energies ranged from-3.6 kcal/moL to-7.3 kcal/moL.The 3-monomer chain had the lowest binding energy(i.e.highest affinity)to PLpro and the glycoprotein spike.Non-polymerised monomers and polymerised chains interacted with SARS-CoV-2 proteins via hydrogen bonds and hydrophobic interactions.Those findings suggest an interaction between SARS-CoV-2 proteins and resin composites.CONCLUSION SARS-CoV-2 proteins show affinity to non-polymerised and polymerised resin composite chains.展开更多
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.
文摘Photocatalysis is an important process in energy conversion and environmental usage because of its feasible,profitable,and environmentally safe benefits.Coordination chemistry of the CeO_(2)is gaining significant interest because its nanocomposites show unique characteristics namely optically active,wide bandgap(Eg),reversible valence states(Ce^(3+/4+)),rich defect architectures,high O_(2)storage capability,ionic conductivity,and exceptional chemical resistance.Systematically summarized the importance of synthesis methods,particle morphology,and crystal structure aiming at how to heighten the efficacy of CeO_(2)-derived hybrid heterojunction(HHJ)photocatalyst.Selection of an appropriate synthesis method and morphology of the composite materials are beneficial in inhibiting the rapid electron-hole(e^(−)-h^(+))recombination,improvement in visible light adsorption,and large generation of e^(−)-h^(+)pairs to accelerate the photocatalysts activities.Various modification approaches include elemental doping(metal/non-metal doping),heterojunction construction(lower/wide Eg semiconductors(SCD),carbon,conducting polymeric materials),imperfection engineering,and multicomponent hybrid composites.These methods assist as a valuable resource for the rational design of effective CeO_(2)-based composite photocatalysts for sustainable development owing to the enhancement of oxygen species mobility,rapid charge transfer,maximum visible light captivation and slow down the charge recombination rate with increase photogeneration of e−-h+pairs.Also examines the advancements made in CeO_(2)conjugated hybrid composites in photo-oxidation of wastewater effluents(antibiotic/organic dyes/chemical/pharmaceutical),heavy metal removal,H2 production,CO_(2)reduction,and H2O splitting applications.Subsequently,the difficulties and fundamental ideas behind several heterojunction photocatalysts encountered by CeO_(2)-based composites are examined,and future directions for their development are suggested.
文摘Unmanaged wood waste,particularly in countries like Nepal,presents serious environmental concerns due to open burning and improper disposal,leading to carbon emissions,air pollution and land degradation.This study introduces an environmentally sustainable strategy to upcycle Toona ciliata wood scrap—an abundant and underutilized lignocellulosic biomass—into high performance carbon electrodes for green energy storage applications.Activated carbon(TCWAC)was synthesized via single-step pyrolytic carbonization followed by phosphoric acid activation,yielding a material with high specific surface area,hierarchical porosity,and excellent electrical conductivity.Electrochemical measurements using a three-electrode configuration in 6 M KOH revealed optimized potential windows of -1.0 to -0.2 V(TCWAC),-1.2 to 0 V(TCWAC-Mn),and -1.15 to -0.4 V(TCWAC-Fe).TCWAC exhibited a specific capacitance of 156.3 Fg^(-1)at 1 Ag^(-1),with an energy density of 3.5 Whkg^(-1),and 80.2% capacity retention after 1000 charge-discharge cycles.Composites with MnO_(2)and Fe_(2)O_(3)were also evaluated.TWAC-Mn delivered 489.4 Fg^(-1),25.1 Whkg^(-1),and 99.1% retention,whereas,TWAC-Fe achieved 321.3 Fg^(-1),6.3 Whkg^(-1),and 90.3% retention.The superior performance of MnO_(2)is attributed to its multiple oxidation states,facilitating reversible faradaic redox and enhanced pseudocapacitance.This work offers the first direct,systematic comparison of MnO_(2)and Fe_(2)O_(3)composites on a common biomass-carbon matrix under identical synthesis and testing conditions.The finding provides mechanistic insight into charge storage behaviour and demonstrate a scalable route for converting biomass waste into sustainable electrode materials,contributing to cleaner energy solutions and improved biomass valorization.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52101138,No.52201075)the Natural Science Foundation of Hubei Province(No.2023AFB798,No.2022CFB614)+3 种基金the Shenzhen Science and Technology Program(No.JCYJ20220530160813032)the State Key Laboratory of Solidification Processing in NWPU(No.SKLSP202309,No.SKLSP202308)the Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation(No.2022A1515011227)the State Key Laboratory of Powder Metallurgy of Central South University(No.SklpmKF-05)。
文摘B2-CuZr phase reinforced amorphous alloy matrix composites has become one of the research hotspots in the field of materials science due to the“transformation-induced plasticity”phenomenon,which makes the composites show better macroscopic plastic deformability and obvious work-hardening behavior compared to the conventional amorphous alloy matrix composites reinforced with ductile phases.However,the in-situ metastable B2-CuZr phase tends to undergo eutectoid decomposition during solidification,and the volume fraction,size,and distribution of B2-CuZr phase are difficult to control,which limits the development and application of these materials.To date,much efforts have been made to solve the above problems through composition optimization,casting parameter tailoring,and post-processing technique.In this study,a review was given based on relevant studies,focusing on the predictive approach,reinforcing mechanism,and microstructure tailoring methods of B2-CuZr phase reinforced amorphous alloy matrix composites.The research focus and future prospects were also given for the future development of the present composite system.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Projects(No.2021YFB3702000)the Institute Projects of Ansteel Beijing Research Institute(No.2023BJC-06)the Regional Company Projects in Ansteel Beijing Research Institute(No.2022BJB-18BG&No.2022BJB-13GF).
文摘The Al-Mg_(2)Si in-situ composite is a lightweight material with great potential for application in fields such as automotive lightweighting,aerospace,and electronic components.In this research,the modification,semi-solid technology coupled with different types of electromagnetic stirring was applied to regulate the undesirable solidified dendritic microstructure and facilitate the composites’mechanical properties.The spheroidization and refinement of Mg_(2)Si andα-Al matrix in SM(semi-solid)+RES(rotate electromagnetic stirring)sample and SM+SHES(single winding helical electromagnetic stirring)sample are realized under the effect of fused dendrite arm,the decreased critical nucleate radius,and the increased nucleation rate and extra supercooling degree induced by electromagnetic stirring.The Mg_(2)Si phase in the SM+RES sample and SM+SHES sample is refined by 73.4%and 75.7%,respectively compared to the AC(as-cast)sample.Besides,the single winding electromagnetic stirring can lead to more homogeneously distributed physical fields,lower temperature gradient,and more significant mass transfer,mainly responsible for the more homogeneous distributed reinforced finer Mg_(2)Si particles in the SM+SHES sample.Moreover,both the tensile properties and hardness of modified semi-solid composites are improved through electromagnetic stirring.Compared with RES,the improvement effect of SHES is more excellent.The SM+SHES sample possesses the highest Brinell hardness(124.7 HB),and its quality index of tensile properties is 5.73%and 82.2%higher than that of the SM+RES and AC samples,respectively.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2021YEA1600702)the Natural Science Foundation of Guangxi(ZY24212052)+1 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52174356,52301061,52271024,U24A2028 and U22A20174)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities.
文摘Ultrasonic vibration treatment(UVT)at varying power was successfully applied to the Cu–TiB_(2) composite melt using a SiAlON ceramic sonotrode.The results indicate that TiB_(2) particles are more evenly dispersed in the Cu matrix with increasing ultrasonic power,leading to improved mechanical properties of as-cast composites(≤1000 W).With 1000 W UVT,the distribution of TiB_(2) particles becomes the remarkably uniform and well dispersed,with the size of TiB_(2) particle aggregates decreasing from~50μm without UVT to~5μm.The ultimate tensile strength,yield strength,and elongation of the as-cast composite are 201 MPa,85 MPa,and 28.6%,respectively,representing increases of 21.1%,27.3%,and 43%,respectively,compared to the as-cast composite without UVT.However,when the power is increased to 1500 W,thermal efects are likely to emerge,and the ultrasonic attenuation efect is enhanced,resulting in the re-agglomeration of TiB_(2) particles and a deterioration in performance.By quantitatively analyzing the relationships between sound pressure(Pk),sound energy density(I),sound pulse velocity(V),and ultrasonic power,the infuence mechanism of ultrasonic power on the composite microstructure has been further elucidated and characterized.This study provides crucial guidance for the industrial application of UVT in the fabrication of Cu matrix composites.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.U2202255 and 52371038)the Science and Technology Innovation Program of Hunan Province(No.2023RC1019).
文摘A novel mechanical stirring-assisted double-melt in-situ reaction casting process was developed to prepare Cu-1TiB2(wt%)composites.The effects of preparation parameters(melting reaction temperature,stirring rate and stirring time)on the microstructure and properties of Cu-1TiB2 composites were investigated.The melt viscosity and particle motion during stirring process were analyzed.The strong turbulence and shear effects generated by mechanical stirring in the melt not only significantly improve the particle distribution but also contribute to adequate in-situ reactions and precise control of the chemical composition.The optimal preparation parameters were 1200℃,a stirring rate of 100 r·min^(−1) and a stirring time of 1 min.Combined with the cold rolling process,the tensile strength,elongation and electrical conductivity of the composite reached 475 MPa,6.0%and 88.4%IACS,respectively,which were significantly better than the composite prepared by manual stirring.The good plasticity is attributed to the uniform distribution of TiB_(2) particles,effectively retarding the crack propagation.The dispersion of particles promotes heterogeneous nucleation of Cu matrix and inhibits grain growth.On the other hand,dispersed particles contribute to grain shear fracture and dislocation multiplication during cold deformation.Therefore,the composite achieves higher dislocation strengthening and grain boundary strengthening.
基金funded by the University of Science and Technology of Hanoi for the emerging research group“Sustainable Energy and Environmental Development” (SEED).
文摘Cost-effective CO_(2) adsorbents are gaining increasing attention as viable solutions for mitigating climate change.In this study,composites were synthesized by electrochemically combining the post-gasification residue of Macadamia nut shell with copper benzene-1,3,5-tricarboxylate(CuBTC).Among the different composites synthesized,the ratio of 1:1 between biochar and CuBTC(B 1:1)demonstrated the highest CO_(2) adsorption capacity.Under controlled laboratory conditions(0℃,1 bar,without the influence of ambient moisture or CO_(2) diffusion limitations),B 1:1 achieved a CO_(2) adsorption capacity of 9.8 mmol/g,while under industrial-like conditions(25℃,1 bar,taking into account the impact of ambient moisture and CO_(2) diffusion limitations within a bed of adsorbent),it reached 6.2 mmol/g.These values surpassed those reported for various advanced CO_(2) adsorbents investigated in previous studies.The superior performance of the B 1:1 composite can be attributed to the optimization of the number of active sites,porosity,and the preservation of the full physical and chemical surface properties of both parentmaterials.Furthermore,the composite exhibited a notable CO_(2)/N_(2) selectivity and improved stability under moisture conditions.These favorable characteristics make B 1:1 a promising candidate for industrial applications.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2022YFB3708400)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52305158)+1 种基金the Young Elite Scientists Sponsorship Program by CAST(No.2022QNRC001)the Science Innovation Foundation of Shanghai Academy of Spaceflight Technology(No.USCAST2021-18).
文摘Mg alloys have the defects of low stiffness,low strength,and high coefficient of thermal expansion(CTE).The composites strategy and its architecture design are effective approaches to improve the comprehensive performance of materials,but the processing difficulty,especially in ceramics forming,limits the control and innovation of material architecture.Here,combined with 3D printing and squeeze infiltration technology,two precisely controllable architectures of AZ91/Al_(2)O_(3)interpenetrating phase composites(IPC)with ceramic scaffold were prepared.The interface,properties and impact of different architecture on IPC performance were studied by experiments and finite element simulation.The metallurgical bonding of the interface was realized with the formation of MgAl_(2)O_(4)reaction layer.The IPC with 1 mm circular hole scaffold(1C-IPC)exhibited significantly improved elastic modulus of 164 GPa,high compressive strength of 680 MPa,and good CTE of 12.91×10^(-6)K^(−1),which were 3.64 times,1.98 times and 55%of the Mg matrix,respectively.Their elastic modulus,compressive strength,and CTE were superior to the vast majority of Mg alloys and Mg based composites.The reinforcement and matrix were bicontinuous and interpenetrating each other,which played a critical role in ensuring the potent strengthening effect of the Al_(2)O_(3)reinforcement by efficient load transfer.Under the same volume fraction of reinforcements,compared to IPC with 1 mm hexagonal hole scaffold(1H-IPC),the elastic modulus and compressive strength of 1C-IPC increased by 15%and 28%,respectively,which was due to the reduced stress concentration and more uniform stress distribution of 1C-IPC.It shows great potential of architecture design in improving the performance of composites.This study provides architectural design strategy and feasible preparation method for the development of high performance materials.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52171120,52271106,52071188)the Natural Science Foundation of Zhejiang Province,China(No.LZY23E050001)。
文摘Ti_(2)AlC/TiAl composites with a network structure were successfully prepared with carbon nanotubes and Ti-45Al-8Nb pre-alloyed powder using spark plasma sintering.The effects of sintering temperature(1200-1350℃)on the microstructural evolution and mechanical properties were systematically investigated.The microstructure of Ti_(2)AlC/TiAl composites exhibits duplex,near-lamellar,and fully lamellar structures,as the sintering temperature increases from 1200 to 1350℃.The network structured Ti_(2)AlC phase can refine the microstructure and the phase becomes discontinuous at high sintering temperatures.Notably,composites sintered at 1300℃ exhibit excellent mechanical properties,with the highest compressive strength(1921 MPa)and fracture strain(26%)at room temperature.Moreover,the ultimate tensile strength and fracture strain reach 537 MPa and 3.1%at 900℃,and 485 MPa and 3.3%at 950℃,respectively.The enhancement of the mechanical properties is attributed primarily to the load bearing,particle pull-out,and inhibition of crack propagation induced by Ti_(2)AlC particles.
基金supported by the National Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars(No.52225312)National Natu-ral Science Foundation of China(Nos.52271173,52377022,and U23A20548)+1 种基金Key Research and Development Program of Zhejiang Province(No.2021C01193)Zhejiang Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China(No.LY23E010007).
文摘FeSiAl-based soft magnetic composites(SMCs),prepared from insulated FeSiAl powders,are widely applied in electronic devices.However,it is still challenging to achieve high magnetic and mechanical properties simultaneously due to the undesirable insulation layer.Here,double Al_(2)O_(3) insulation layers are prepared for FeSiAl SMC.Atomic-scale characterizations reveal an in-situ epitaxial Al_(2)O_(3) layer at FeSiAl surface under the catalysis of NaAlO_(2),and an outer amorphous Al_(2)O_(3) layer by subsequent NaAlO2 hydrolysis.The above structure ensures effective insulation of FeSiAl powders and excellent magnetic properties of the FeSiAl/NaAlO2 SMC,with permeability of 101 and power loss of 128 mW/cm^(3)(50 mT,100 kHz)respectively.Moreover,in-situ Al_(2)O_(3)/amorphous Al_(2)O_(3) on FeSiAl matrix also leads to distinguished crush strength of 36.5 MPa for the core sample,which is ascribed to the enhanced adhesion at different interfaces as evidenced by similar local oxygen coordination and low strain distribution.This work provides a novel method to fabricate high-performance FeSiAl SMCs.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.51965040)Science and Technology Project of Jiangxi Provincial Department of Transportation,China(No.2022H0048)。
文摘The interfacial reaction behavior of Al and Ti_(3)AlC_(2)at different pouring temperatures and its effect on the microstructure and mechanical properties of the composites were investigated.The results show that the addition of3.0 wt.%Ti_(3)AlC_(2)refines the average grain size ofα(Al)in the composite by 50.1%compared to Al6061 alloy.Morphological analyses indicate that an in-situ Al_(3Ti)transition layer of-180 nm in thickness is generated around the edge of Ti_(3)AlC_(2)at 720℃,forming a well-bonded Al-Al_(3Ti)interface.At this processing temperature,the ultimate tensile strength of A16061-3.0 wt.%Ti_(3)AlC_(2)composite is 199.2 MPa,an improvement of 41.5%over the Al6061 matrix.Mechanism analyses further elucidate that 720℃is favourable for forming the nano-sized transition layer at the Ti_(3)AlC_(2)edges.And,the thermal mismatch strengthening plays a dominant role in this state,with a strengthening contribution of about 74.8%.
基金Supported by Sichuan Science and Technology Program (No.2022ZYD0010)。
文摘The aim of the present paper is to study 2-complex symmetric bounded weighted composition operators on the Fock space of C^(N) with the conjugations J and J_(t,A,b) defined by ■ respectively,where k(z_(1),...,z_N)=(■,...,■),t∈C,b∈C^(N) and A is a linear operator on C^(N).An example of 2-complex symmetric bounded weighted composition operator with the conjugation J_(t,A,b) is given.
基金Ministry of Science and Technology of China(973 Project Nos.2021YFA1200600 and 2018YFA0209100)National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52231007,51725101,11727807)。
文摘The construction of one-dimensional(1D)sulfides has attracted extensive attention for improving mi-crowave absorption(MA)performance owing to the anisotropic conductive networks.However,the syn-thesis of conductive 1D hierarchical materials with unique interfacial polarization and excellent MA prop-erties remains challenging.In this study,cable-like MoS_(2)/Ni_(3)S_(2) was synthesized by a one-step hydrother-mal strategy.The complex permittivity of the binary composites could be improved by tuning the thick-ness of the MoS_(2) coating.Importantly,the construction of heterogeneous contacts by MoS_(2) and Ni_(3)S_(2) contributed to enhanced polarization loss,and the charge distribution was validated by electron holog-raphy.The wide efficient absorption bandwidth can reach above 4.8 GHz at a thin thickness.These new discoveries shed light on novel structures for 1D sulfide materials and the design of functional core-shell composites for microwave absorption.
文摘The development of advanced aircraft relies on high performance thermal-structural materials,and carbon/carbon com-posites(C/C)composited with ultrahigh-temperature ceramics are ideal candidates.However,the traditional routes of compositing are either inefficient and expensive or lead to a non-uniform distribution of ceramics in the matrix.Compared with the traditional C/C-ZrC-SiC composites prepared by the reactive melt infiltration of ZrSi_(2),C/C-ZrB_(2)-ZrC-SiC composites prepared by the vacuum infiltration of ZrB_(2) combined with reactive melt infiltration have the higher content and more uniform distribution of the introduced ceramic phases.The mass and linear ablation rates of the C/C-ZrB_(2)-ZrC-SiC composites were respectively 68.9%and 29.7%lower than those of C/C-ZrC-SiC composites prepared by reactive melt infiltration.The ablation performance was improved because the volatilization of B_(2)O_(3),removes some of the heat,and the more uniformly distributed ZrO_(2),that helps produce a ZrO2-SiO2 continu-ous protective layer,hinders oxygen infiltration and decreases ablation.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2022YFB3400142)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52174356,52022017,51927801,51971051,51901034 and U22A20174)+3 种基金the Science and Technology Plan Project of Liaoning Province(Nos.2022010005-JH6/1001 and 2022JH2/1013)the Innovation Foundation of Science and Technology of Dalian(Nos.2020JJ25CY002 and 2020J12GX037)the Major Science and Technology Projects of Longmen Laboratory(No.231100220400)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities.
文摘Obtaining an appropriate grain size is crucial for Al alloys or Al matrix composites prior to processing,as it significantly influences the mechanical properties of components and workability during the manufacturing process.TiB_(2)particles are exceptional grain refiners in Al and serve as excellent reinforcement particles for particulate-reinforced aluminum matrix composites.However,the optimal particle content for achieving excellent refinement and strengthening effects depends on the matrix composition and requires further investigation.Additionally,homogenization is essential for mitigating the element segregation in the ingot.Although it is anticipated that adding suitable particles can effectively inhibit undesired grain growth during homogenization,comprehensive investigations on this aspect are currently lacking.Therefore,TiB_(2)/2219Al matrix composites with varying reinforcement contents(0,1,3,5 wt%)were fabricated through traditional casting followed by homogenization treatment to address these research gaps.The effects of reinforcement content and homogenization treatment on the microstructure and mechanical properties of in-situ TiB_(2)/2219Al composites were investigated.The results demonstrate a gradual strengthening of the refining effect with increasing particle concentration.Moreover,composites containing 3 wt%TiB_(2)particles exhibit superior comprehensive mechanical properties in both as-cast and homogenized state.Additionally,potential orientation relationships are observed and calculated between undissolved Al_(2)Cu eutectic phase and submicron or nanometer-sized TiB_(2)particles,resulting in a mixture structure with enhanced bonding strength.This mixture structure is continuously distributed along grain boundaries during solidification,forming a three-dimensional cellular network that acts as primary retarding forces for grain growth during homogenization.Furthermore,the established homogenization kinetic equations were further utilized to analyze the correlation between homogenization time and grain size,as well as the influence of homogenization temperature.
基金supported by the Shanxi Province Central Guidance Fund for Local Science and Technology Development Project(YDZJSX2024D030)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(22075197,22278290)+2 种基金the Shanxi Province Key Research and Development Program Project(2021020660301013)the Shanxi Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China(202103021224079)the Research and Development Project of Key Core and Common Technology of Shanxi Province(20201102018).
文摘The advancement of planar micro-supercapacitors(PMSCs)for micro-electromechanical systems(MEMS)has been significantly hindered by the challenge of achieving high energy and power densities.This study addresses this issue by leveraging screen-printing technology to fabricate high-performance PMSCs using innovative composite ink.The ink,a synergistic blend of few-layer graphene(Gt),carbon black(CB),and NiCo_(2)O_(4),was meticulously mixed to form a conductive and robust coating that enhanced the capacitive performance of the PMSCs.The optimized ink formulation and printing process result in a micro-supercapacitor with an exceptional areal capacitance of 18.95 mF/cm^(2)and an areal energy density of 2.63μW·h/cm^(2)at a current density of 0.05 mA/cm^(2),along with an areal power density of 0.025 mW/cm^(2).The devices demonstrated impressive durability with a capacitance retention rate of 94.7%after a stringent 20000-cycle test,demonstrating their potential for long-term applications.Moreover,the PMSCs displayed excellent mechanical flexibility,with a capacitance decrease of only 3.43%after 5000 bending cycles,highlighting their suitability for flexible electronic devices.The ease of integrating these PMSCs into series and parallel configurations for customized power further underscores their practicality for integrated power supply solutions in various technologies.
基金Foundation of Northwest Institute for Non-ferrous Metal Research(YK2020-9,ZZXJ2203)Capital Projects of Financial Department of Shaanxi Province(YK22C-12)+4 种基金National Natural Science Foundation of China(62204207)Innovation Capability Support Plan in Shaanxi Province of China(2022KJXX-82,2023KJXX-083)Natural Science Foundation of Shaanxi Province(2022JQ-332)Shaanxi Innovative Research Team for Key Science and Technology(2023-CX-TD-46)Key Research and Development Projects of Shaanxi Province(2024GX-YBXM-351)。
文摘Compared with Cu/Al_(2)O_(3)composites,high-strength Cu/Al_(2)O_(3)composites usually exhibit obviously deteriorated electrical conductivity.A chemical and mechanical alloying-based strategy was adopted to fabricate ultrafine composite powders with lowcontent reinforcement and constructed a combined structure of Cu ultrafine powders covered with in-situ Al_(2)O_(3)nanoparticles.After consolidation at a relatively lower sintering temperature of 550℃,high-volume-fraction ultrafine grains were introduced into the Cu/Al_(2)O_(3)composite,and many in-situ Al_(2)O_(3)nanoparticles with an average size of 11.7±7.5 nm were dispersed homogeneously in the Cu grain.Results show that the composite demonstrates an excellent balance of high tensile strength(654±1 MPa)and high electrical conductivity(84.5±0.1%IACS),which is ascribed to the synergistic strengthening effect of ultrafine grains,dislocations,and in-situ Al_(2)O_(3)nanoparticles.This approach,which utilizes ultrafine composite powder with low-content reinforcement as a precursor and employs low-temperature and high-pressure sintering subsequently,may hold promising potential for large-scale industrial production of high-performance oxide dispersion strengthened alloys.
基金Funded by Beijing Municipal Science&Technology Commission,Administrative Commission of Zhongguancun Science Park(No.Z221100006722022)。
文摘We synthesized tungsten-doped vanadium dioxide(W-VO_(2))particles via a one-step hydrothermal method,followed by their integration with antimony-doped tin oxide(ATO)nanoparticles to formulate a composite coating.Subsequently,the VO_(2)/ATO composite coating was fabricated through a spin-coating process.The impact of varying W-VO_(2) content and coating thickness on the performance of the composite coatings was systematically investigated by employing X-ray diffraction,particle size distribution analysis,spectrometry,and other pertinent test methodologies.Our findings revealed that an escalation in both W-VO_(2) content and coating thickness retained high transmittance in the near-infrared band at lower temperatures.However,as the temperature increased,a notable reduction in transmittance in the near-infrared band was observed,alongside a slight decrease in transmittance within the visible band.Remarkably,when the W-VO_(2) content reached 5%and the coating thickness was 1253 nm,the transmittance of the composite coating surpassed 80%.Furthermore,the heat insulation effect achieved a remarkable 10.0℃increase.Consequently,the synthesized composite coating demonstrates significant potential for smart glass applications,particularly in the realm of heat-insulating glass.
文摘BACKGROUND Due to saliva and salivary glands are reservoir to severe acute respiratory syndrome-coronavirus 2(SARS-CoV-2),aerosols and saliva droplets are primary sources of cross-infection and are responsible for the high human–human transmission of SARS-CoV-2.However,there is no evidence about how SARSCoV-2 interacts with oral structures,particularly resin composites.AIM To evaluate the interaction of SARS-CoV-2 proteins with monomers present in resin composites using in silico analysis.METHODS Four SARS-CoV-2 proteins[i.e.main protease,3C-like protease,papain-like protease(PLpro),and glycoprotein spike]were selected along with salivary amylase as the positive control,and their binding affinity with bisphenol-A glycol dimethacrylate,bisphenol-A ethoxylated dimethacrylate,triethylene glycol dimethacrylate,and urethane dimethacrylate was evaluated.Molecular docking was performed using AutoDock Vina and visualised in Chimera UCSF 1.14.The best ligand–protein model was identified based on the binding energy(ΔG–kcal/moL).RESULTS Values for the binding energies ranged from-3.6 kcal/moL to-7.3 kcal/moL.The 3-monomer chain had the lowest binding energy(i.e.highest affinity)to PLpro and the glycoprotein spike.Non-polymerised monomers and polymerised chains interacted with SARS-CoV-2 proteins via hydrogen bonds and hydrophobic interactions.Those findings suggest an interaction between SARS-CoV-2 proteins and resin composites.CONCLUSION SARS-CoV-2 proteins show affinity to non-polymerised and polymerised resin composite chains.
