Herein,the surface of Moso bamboo was hydrophobically modified by combining O_(2)/N_(2)plasma treatments with polydimethylsiloxane(PDMS)solution treatment as the hydrophobic solution.The effects of plasma treatment pr...Herein,the surface of Moso bamboo was hydrophobically modified by combining O_(2)/N_(2)plasma treatments with polydimethylsiloxane(PDMS)solution treatment as the hydrophobic solution.The effects of plasma treatment process(power and time),PDMS solution concentration,and maceration time on the hydrophobic performance of bamboo specimens were studied,and the optimal treatment conditions for improving the hydrophobicity were determined.Scanning electron microscopy(SEM),fourier transform infrared(FTIR),X-ray diffraction(XRD),and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy(XPS)were used to analyze the surface morphology,chemical structure,and functional groups in the specimens before and after the plasma and PDMS solution treatments under optimal conditions.Response surface analysis was also performed to determine the optimal treatment conditions.Results show that the hydrophobic performance of the Moso bamboo surface is effectively improved and the surface energy is reduced after the coordinated treatment.The optimal conditions for improving the hydrophobic performance of Moso bamboo surface are a treatment power of 800 W,treatment time of 15 s,O_(2)flow rate of 1.5 L/min,PDMS solution concentration of 5%,and maceration time of 60 min for O_(2)plasma treatment and a treatment power of 1000 W,treatment time of 15 s,N_(2)flow rate of 1.5 L/min,PDMS solution concentration of 5%,and maceration time of 60 min for N_(2)plasma treatment.After treatment,silicone oil particles and plasma etching traces are observed on the bamboo surface.Moreover,Si-O bonds in the PDMS solution are grafted to the bamboo surface via covalent bonds,thereby increasing the contact angle and decreasing the surface energy to achieve the hydrophobic effect.展开更多
Forest structure is fundamental in determining ecosystem function,yet the impact of bamboo invasion on these structural characteristics remains unclear.We investigated 219 invasion transects at 41 sites across the dis...Forest structure is fundamental in determining ecosystem function,yet the impact of bamboo invasion on these structural characteristics remains unclear.We investigated 219 invasion transects at 41 sites across the distribution areas of Moso bamboo(Phyllostachys edulis)in China to explore the effects of bamboo invasion on forest structural attributes and diameter–height allometries by comparing paired plots of bamboo,mixed bamboo-tree,and non-bamboo forests along the transects.We found that bamboo invasion decreased the mean and maximum diameter at breast height,maximum height,and total basal area,but increased the mean height,stem density,and scaling exponent for stands.Bamboo also had a higher scaling exponent than tree,particularly in mixed forests,suggesting a greater allocation of biomass to height growth.As invasion intensity increased,bamboo allometry became more plastic and decreased significantly,whereas tree allometry was indirectly promoted by increasing stem density.Additionally,a humid climate may favour the scaling exponents for both bamboo and tree,with only minor contributions from topsoil moisture and nitrogen content.The inherent superiority of diameter–height allometry allows bamboo to outcompete tree and contributes to its invasive success.Our findings provide a theoretical basis for understanding the causes and consequences of bamboo invasion.展开更多
The increasing deployment of electronics in everyday life has generated great concerns regarding the effective disposal of waste from these components.Here,we focused on a facile sustainable and economical strategy to...The increasing deployment of electronics in everyday life has generated great concerns regarding the effective disposal of waste from these components.Here,we focused on a facile sustainable and economical strategy to provide ideas for this issue.This strategy relied on using appropriate mechanical treatment and sodium lignosulfonate coating to improve the dispersion and interfacial compatibility of bamboo fibers in poly(lactic acid).By optimising the particle size and concentration of sodium lignosulphonate,high value-added and green composites were prepared using sectional pressurization with a venting procedure.The treated composite displayed an ultra-smooth surface(roughness of 0.592 nm),impressive transient properties(disintegration and degradation behaviour after 30 d),and outstanding ultraviolet(UV)shielding properties(100%).These properties hold the promise of being an excellent substrate for electronic devices,especially for high-precision processing,transient electronics,and UV damage prevention.The satisfactory interfacial compatibility of the composites was confirmed by detailed characterisation regarding the related physicochemical properties.This investigation offers a sustainable approach for producing high value-added green composites from biomass and biomass-derived materials.展开更多
Road construction in Africa is faced with a shortage of quality materials, leading to delays and increased costs. Traditional materials, such as clay soils of the bar soil type, have inadequate properties for pavement...Road construction in Africa is faced with a shortage of quality materials, leading to delays and increased costs. Traditional materials, such as clay soils of the bar soil type, have inadequate properties for pavement sub-base layers, particularly in terms of bearing capacity. This study explores a composite material combining bar soil and bamboo fibers to improve the mechanical performance of bar soil, offering a sustainable and cost-effective solution. The Tori-Bossito bar soil was characterised by particle size analysis, Atterberg limits, Proctor compaction tests and the California Bearing Ratio (CBR). The results show that this material is a class A2 sandy-clay soil with a CBR of 18, which is insufficient for foundation layers requiring a CBR of over 30. To improve its performance, Sèmè-Kpodji bamboo fibers, 30 to 100 microns in diameter and 3 to 5 cm long, were incorporated at rates of 0.9% to 2.7%. The optimum mix, with 2.4% fiber, has a CBR of 35, a dry density of 1.92 t/m3 and a moisture content of 12.4%. This reinforced material is suitable as a base course for low-traffic roadways.展开更多
Indonesia,with its vast forested regions,has experienced significant deforestation,adversely affecting the wood industry.As a result,alternative sources of lignocellulosic biomass are required to mitigate this impact....Indonesia,with its vast forested regions,has experienced significant deforestation,adversely affecting the wood industry.As a result,alternative sources of lignocellulosic biomass are required to mitigate this impact.Among the abundant lignocellulosic raw materials in Indonesia,particularly in Sumatra,bamboo stands out as a promising substitute.Bamboo is a highly versatile resource,suitable for various applications,including its use as a composite raw material to replace traditional wood-based products.This research work aimed to investigate and evaluate the characteristics—morphology,anatomy,physical and mechanical properties,chemical composition,starch content,and natural resistance—of three bamboo species:hitam bamboo(Gigantochloa atroviolacea),betung bamboo(Dendrocalamus asper),and belangke bamboo(Gigantochloa pruriens),as well as their suitability for the production of oriented strand boards(OSB).The lumen values of the bamboo samples ranged between 10 and 15μm,with hitam and betung bamboo exhibitingmedium-thickness cell walls(>5μm).Based on fiber dimension analysis,belangke,and betung bamboo are classified within quality class II,whereas hitam bamboo falls into class Ⅰ.The highest recorded tensile,shear,and compressive mechanical strength values were observed at the tips of hitam bamboo,measuring 563.43 MPa,15 MPa,and 6.87 kN/mm^(2),respectively.The bamboo samples underwent three different treatments:(1)immersion in water for 24 h,(2)autoclaving at 120℃ for 1 h,and(3)a control group with no treatment.OSB panels were produced with dimensions of 20 cm×20 cm×1 cm(length×width×thickness)using isocyanate adhesive and conditioned for 14 days.The physical and mechanical properties of the OSBs were evaluated based on the Japan Industrial Standard(JIS)A5908:2003 and theCanadian StandardsAssociation(CSA)0437.0:2011 criteria.The density of the laboratory-produced OSB panels ranged from 0.60 to 0.73 g/cm^(3),moisture content varied from5.4% to 8.1%,water absorption ranged between 31.6% and 45.8%,and thickness swelling was recorded at 5.1% to 16.3%.The modulus of elasticity(MOE)ranged from2745.1 to 7813.3 MPa,themodulus of rupture(MOR)from 30.8 to 58.8MPa,and internal bonding(IB)from 0.27 to 0.47 MPa.Overall,all OSB panels produced in this study met the specifications outlined in JIS A 5908(2003)and CSA 0437.0(2011),demonstrating the viability of these bamboo species as raw materials for OSB production.展开更多
Rapid growth is an innovative trait of woody bamboos that has been widely studied.However,the genetic basis and evolution of this trait are poorly understood.Taking advantage of genomic resources of 11 representative ...Rapid growth is an innovative trait of woody bamboos that has been widely studied.However,the genetic basis and evolution of this trait are poorly understood.Taking advantage of genomic resources of 11 representative bamboos at different ploidal levels,we integrated morphological,physiological,and transcriptomic datasets to investigate rapid growth.In particular,these bamboos include two large-sized and a small-sized woody species,compared with a diploid herbaceous species.Our results showed that gibberellin A1 was important for the rapid shoot growth of the world's largest bamboo,Dendrocalamus sinicus,and indicated that two gibberellins(GAs)-related genes,KAO and SLRL1,were key to the rapid shoot growth and culm size in woody bamboos.The expression of GAs-related genes exhibited significant subgenome asymmetry with subgenomes A and C demonstrating expression dominance in the large-sized woody bamboos while the generally submissive subgenomes B and D dominating in the small-sized species.The subgenome asymmetry was found to be correlated with the subgenome-specific gene structure,particularly UTRs and core promoters.Our study provides novel insights into the molecular mechanism and evolution of rapid shoot growth following allopolyploidization in woody bamboos,particularly via subgenome asymmetry.These findings are helpful for understanding of how polyploidization in general and subgenome asymmetry in particular contributed to the origin of innovative traits in plants.展开更多
A novel environmentally benign biphasic system composed of propylene carbonate(PC) and aqueous solution of p-toluenesulfonic acid(p-TsOH aq) was designed for the efficient valorization of lignocellulosic bamboo residu...A novel environmentally benign biphasic system composed of propylene carbonate(PC) and aqueous solution of p-toluenesulfonic acid(p-TsOH aq) was designed for the efficient valorization of lignocellulosic bamboo residues, resulting in more than 95.5% of hemicellulose and 97.2% of lignin digested under mild conditions of 130°C for 1 h. Meanwhile, 91.9% of cellulose was retained with loose structure, followed by 95.8% enzyme hydrolysis yield and 347.9 mg g-1of glucose yield. Notably, the synergistic effect between PC and p-TsOH on efficiency and selectivity was proposed by a control group experiment and subsequently verified, which is believed to be responsible for the simultaneous degradation and separation of lignin and hemicelluloses into oligomeric phenols and pentose, also facilitating subsequent valorization.Furthermore, the novel PC/p-TsOH aq biphasic system demonstrated excellent retrievability and adaptability to different feedstocks, offering a promising green strategy for the efficient valorization of lignocellulosic biomass in industrial biorefineries.展开更多
Cellulose frameworks have emerged as promising materials for light management due to their exceptional light-scattering capabilities and sustainable nature.Conventional biomass-derived cellulose frameworks face a fund...Cellulose frameworks have emerged as promising materials for light management due to their exceptional light-scattering capabilities and sustainable nature.Conventional biomass-derived cellulose frameworks face a fundamental trade-off between haze and transparency,coupled with impractical thicknesses(≥1 mm).Inspired by squid’s skin-peeling mechanism,this work develops a peroxyformic acid(HCOOOH)-enabled precision peeling strategy to isolate intact 10-μm-thick bamboo green(BG)frameworks—100×thinner than wood-based counterparts while achieving an unprecedented optical performance(88%haze with 80%transparency).This performance surpasses delignified biomass(transparency<40%at 1 mm)and matches engineered cellulose composites,yet requires no energy-intensive nanofibrillation.The preserved native cellulose I crystalline structure(64.76%crystallinity)and wax-coated uniaxial fibril alignment(Hermans factor:0.23)contribute to high mechanical strength(903 MPa modulus)and broadband light scattering.As a light-management layer in polycrystalline silicon solar cells,the BG framework boosts photoelectric conversion efficiency by 0.41%absolute(18.74%→19.15%),outperforming synthetic anti-reflective coatings.The work establishes a scalable,waste-to-wealth route for optical-grade cellulose materials in next-generation optoelectronics.展开更多
In central Uganda’s Nakasongola District,117 km from the capital,Kampala,a new era of sustainable bamboo farming is on the go.China,a global leader in bamboo production,has partnered with the Ugandan government to pr...In central Uganda’s Nakasongola District,117 km from the capital,Kampala,a new era of sustainable bamboo farming is on the go.China,a global leader in bamboo production,has partnered with the Ugandan government to promote bamboo farming in that area and the country at large.Bamboo farming,launched over a decade ago,has attracted a sizeable number of farmers throughout the country.展开更多
Bamboo parenchymal cells(PCs)represent an underutilized resource with significant potential as a sustainable and versatile bio-based material.Despite the extensive research on bamboo fibers,PCs,comprising a considerab...Bamboo parenchymal cells(PCs)represent an underutilized resource with significant potential as a sustainable and versatile bio-based material.Despite the extensive research on bamboo fibers,PCs,comprising a considerable portion of bamboo,have been largely overlooked.This review examines the multi-scale structure of bamboo PCs,including their microcapsules,multi-wall layers,and pits,which provide the structural foundation for diverse applications.Various physical and chemical isolation methods,impacting the properties of extracted PCs,are also discussed.Notably,the review explores the promising applications of bamboo PCs,highlighting their use as filler materials in formaldehyde-free composites,as components in phase-change materials and supercapacitors,as sources for biodegradable microcapsules and antimicrobial hydrogels,as precursors for activated carbon in environmental remediation,and as a valuable feedstock for biomass refining processes.This comprehensive analysis underscores the importance of bamboo PCs in the development of renewable materials,encouraging further research to fully harness their capabilities.展开更多
Hard carbon derived from bamboo for the anode material of sodium-ion batteries has a three-dimensional(3D) open framework structure and has naturally incorporated K-ions into its carbon structure,increasing the dinter...Hard carbon derived from bamboo for the anode material of sodium-ion batteries has a three-dimensional(3D) open framework structure and has naturally incorporated K-ions into its carbon structure,increasing the dinterlayer spacing of hard carbon materials for facilitating Na^(+) transport.In this work,bamboo-derived hard carbon was prepared via two carbonization temperatures at 700and 1000 ℃ for an hour and employed as an anode for sodium-ion batteries(SIB).X-ray diffraction(XRD) and Fourier transform(FT)-Raman spectroscopic results indicated the disordered structure with d-spacing(d_(002)) around0.36-0.37 nm,which is a benefit for sodium ion insertion/desertion.Herein,the composition between carbon-nanotube(CNT) and bamboo-derived hard carbon(BB) was synthesized by a ball mill with various contents of CNT(1 wt%,5 wt% and 10 wt%).At the optimal CNT content of 5 wt%,the sample exhibited excellent performance and outstanding stability.As the anode,the half-cell SIB using BB(700)w@5%CNT(with a carbonization temperature of700 ℃ and CNT loading of 5 wt%) delivered a high initial specific capacity of 268.9 mAh·g^(-1) at 0.1C and capacity retention of 78.6% after 500 cycles at 1.0C.The full cell SIB fabrication BB(700)w@5%CNT in combination with Na_(3)V_(2)(PO4)_(3) as the cathode demonstrated a high specific capacity of 127.6 mAh·g^(-1) at 0.2C with its capacitive retention remaining of 78% at 1.0C after 1000 cycles.The attained storage performance indicates that hard carbonCNT composite anode material enhanced the conductive path of electron transport and provided long-term cycling stability.The good electrochemical performance as well as the low cost and environment-friendliness of the bambooderived hard carbon proves its suitability for future sodium-ion batteries.展开更多
In the Mediterranean region,despite bamboo being an alien species that can seriously alter plant and ani-mal biocoenosis,the area occupied by bamboo plantations continues to increase,especially for the purpose to sequ...In the Mediterranean region,despite bamboo being an alien species that can seriously alter plant and ani-mal biocoenosis,the area occupied by bamboo plantations continues to increase,especially for the purpose to seques-ter carbon(C).However,the C dynamics in the soil-plant system when bamboo is grown outside its native area are poorly understood.Here we investigated the C mitigation potential of the fast-growing Moso bamboo(Phyllostachys edulis)introduced in Italy for climate-change mitigation.We analyzed aboveground(AGB)and belowground(as root/shoot ratio)biomass,litter and soil organic C(SOC)at O-15-and 15-30-cm depths in a 4-year-old bamboo plantation in comparison with the former annual cropland on which the bamboo was established.To have an idea of the maximum C stored at an ecosystem level,a natural forest adjacent the two sites was also considered.In the plantation,C accumulation as AGB was stimulated,with 14.8±3.1 Mg C ha^(-1) stored in 3 years;because thinning was done to remove culms from the first year,the mean sequestration rate was 4.9 Mg C ha^(-1) a^(-1).The sequestration rates were high but comparable to other fast-growing tree species in Italy(e.g.,Pinus nigra).SOC was significantly higher in the bamboo plantation than in the cropland only at the 0-15 cm depth,but SOC stock did not differ.Possibly 4 years were not enough time for a clear increase in SOC,or the high nutrient uptake by bamboos might have depleted the soil nutrients,thus inhibiting the soil organic matter formation by bacteria.In comparison,the natural forest had significantly higher C levels in all the pools.For C dynamics at an ecosystem level,the bamboo plantation on the former annual cropland led to substantial C removal from the atmosphere(about 12 Mg C ha^(-1) a^(-1)).However,despite the promising C sequestration rates by bamboo,its introduction should be carefully considered due to potential ecological problems caused by this species in overexploited environments such as the Mediterranean area.展开更多
Bamboo is a typical biological material widely growing in nature with excellent physical and mechanical properties.It is lightweight with high strength and toughness.The naturally optimized bamboo structure,which has ...Bamboo is a typical biological material widely growing in nature with excellent physical and mechanical properties.It is lightweight with high strength and toughness.The naturally optimized bamboo structure,which has inspired global material scientists and engineers for decades,is significantly important for the bionic design of novel structural materials with ultra-light,ultra-strong,or ultra-tough and comprehensive properties.Typical literature on innovative composite materials and structural members inspired by bamboo are reviewed in this paper,and the research progress and prospects in this field are expounded in three parts.First,the structural characteristics of the bamboo wall layer along the thickness and height directions are described in terms of chemical composition,gradient structure,pore structure,and hollow structure with variable cross-section.Second,this paper summarizes the research progress on new composite materials and structural components by applying bamboo’s structural features from the perspective of sustainability,designability,and customization.Finally,given the limitations of current research,the biomimetic scientific research on bamboo’s structural characteristics is prospected from the interpretation of bamboo structure,new bamboo-like materials,and structural design optimization perspectives,providing a reference for future research on biomimetic aspects of biomass.展开更多
基金Zhejiang Provincial Cooperative Forestry Science and Technology Project(No.2023SY05)Zhejiang Provincial Science and Technology Project(No.2024F1065-2).
文摘Herein,the surface of Moso bamboo was hydrophobically modified by combining O_(2)/N_(2)plasma treatments with polydimethylsiloxane(PDMS)solution treatment as the hydrophobic solution.The effects of plasma treatment process(power and time),PDMS solution concentration,and maceration time on the hydrophobic performance of bamboo specimens were studied,and the optimal treatment conditions for improving the hydrophobicity were determined.Scanning electron microscopy(SEM),fourier transform infrared(FTIR),X-ray diffraction(XRD),and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy(XPS)were used to analyze the surface morphology,chemical structure,and functional groups in the specimens before and after the plasma and PDMS solution treatments under optimal conditions.Response surface analysis was also performed to determine the optimal treatment conditions.Results show that the hydrophobic performance of the Moso bamboo surface is effectively improved and the surface energy is reduced after the coordinated treatment.The optimal conditions for improving the hydrophobic performance of Moso bamboo surface are a treatment power of 800 W,treatment time of 15 s,O_(2)flow rate of 1.5 L/min,PDMS solution concentration of 5%,and maceration time of 60 min for O_(2)plasma treatment and a treatment power of 1000 W,treatment time of 15 s,N_(2)flow rate of 1.5 L/min,PDMS solution concentration of 5%,and maceration time of 60 min for N_(2)plasma treatment.After treatment,silicone oil particles and plasma etching traces are observed on the bamboo surface.Moreover,Si-O bonds in the PDMS solution are grafted to the bamboo surface via covalent bonds,thereby increasing the contact angle and decreasing the surface energy to achieve the hydrophobic effect.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.31988102)Yunnan Province Major Program for Basic Research Project(No.202101BC070002)+1 种基金Yunnan Province Science and Technology Talents and Platform Program(No.202305AA160014)Yunnan Province Key Research and Development Program of China(No.202303AC100009)。
文摘Forest structure is fundamental in determining ecosystem function,yet the impact of bamboo invasion on these structural characteristics remains unclear.We investigated 219 invasion transects at 41 sites across the distribution areas of Moso bamboo(Phyllostachys edulis)in China to explore the effects of bamboo invasion on forest structural attributes and diameter–height allometries by comparing paired plots of bamboo,mixed bamboo-tree,and non-bamboo forests along the transects.We found that bamboo invasion decreased the mean and maximum diameter at breast height,maximum height,and total basal area,but increased the mean height,stem density,and scaling exponent for stands.Bamboo also had a higher scaling exponent than tree,particularly in mixed forests,suggesting a greater allocation of biomass to height growth.As invasion intensity increased,bamboo allometry became more plastic and decreased significantly,whereas tree allometry was indirectly promoted by increasing stem density.Additionally,a humid climate may favour the scaling exponents for both bamboo and tree,with only minor contributions from topsoil moisture and nitrogen content.The inherent superiority of diameter–height allometry allows bamboo to outcompete tree and contributes to its invasive success.Our findings provide a theoretical basis for understanding the causes and consequences of bamboo invasion.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.31971741 and 31760195)the Yunnan Fundamental Research Projects(Nos.2018FB066 and 202001AT070141)the Yunnan Agricultural Basic Research Special Projects(No.202101BD070001-086).
文摘The increasing deployment of electronics in everyday life has generated great concerns regarding the effective disposal of waste from these components.Here,we focused on a facile sustainable and economical strategy to provide ideas for this issue.This strategy relied on using appropriate mechanical treatment and sodium lignosulfonate coating to improve the dispersion and interfacial compatibility of bamboo fibers in poly(lactic acid).By optimising the particle size and concentration of sodium lignosulphonate,high value-added and green composites were prepared using sectional pressurization with a venting procedure.The treated composite displayed an ultra-smooth surface(roughness of 0.592 nm),impressive transient properties(disintegration and degradation behaviour after 30 d),and outstanding ultraviolet(UV)shielding properties(100%).These properties hold the promise of being an excellent substrate for electronic devices,especially for high-precision processing,transient electronics,and UV damage prevention.The satisfactory interfacial compatibility of the composites was confirmed by detailed characterisation regarding the related physicochemical properties.This investigation offers a sustainable approach for producing high value-added green composites from biomass and biomass-derived materials.
文摘Road construction in Africa is faced with a shortage of quality materials, leading to delays and increased costs. Traditional materials, such as clay soils of the bar soil type, have inadequate properties for pavement sub-base layers, particularly in terms of bearing capacity. This study explores a composite material combining bar soil and bamboo fibers to improve the mechanical performance of bar soil, offering a sustainable and cost-effective solution. The Tori-Bossito bar soil was characterised by particle size analysis, Atterberg limits, Proctor compaction tests and the California Bearing Ratio (CBR). The results show that this material is a class A2 sandy-clay soil with a CBR of 18, which is insufficient for foundation layers requiring a CBR of over 30. To improve its performance, Sèmè-Kpodji bamboo fibers, 30 to 100 microns in diameter and 3 to 5 cm long, were incorporated at rates of 0.9% to 2.7%. The optimum mix, with 2.4% fiber, has a CBR of 35, a dry density of 1.92 t/m3 and a moisture content of 12.4%. This reinforced material is suitable as a base course for low-traffic roadways.
基金supported by the TALENTA research grant scheme of the“Kolaborasi Nasional Penerima Dana Hibah WCU(World Class University)Universitas Sumatera Utara”in the year 2022(Number:353/UN5.2.3.1/PPM/KP-TALENTA/2022)supported by the project“Development,Exploitation Properties and Application of Eco-Friendly Wood-Based Composites from Alternative Lignocellulosic Raw Materials”,Project No.HHC-b-1290/19.10.2023,carried out at the University of Forestry,Sofia,Bulgaria.
文摘Indonesia,with its vast forested regions,has experienced significant deforestation,adversely affecting the wood industry.As a result,alternative sources of lignocellulosic biomass are required to mitigate this impact.Among the abundant lignocellulosic raw materials in Indonesia,particularly in Sumatra,bamboo stands out as a promising substitute.Bamboo is a highly versatile resource,suitable for various applications,including its use as a composite raw material to replace traditional wood-based products.This research work aimed to investigate and evaluate the characteristics—morphology,anatomy,physical and mechanical properties,chemical composition,starch content,and natural resistance—of three bamboo species:hitam bamboo(Gigantochloa atroviolacea),betung bamboo(Dendrocalamus asper),and belangke bamboo(Gigantochloa pruriens),as well as their suitability for the production of oriented strand boards(OSB).The lumen values of the bamboo samples ranged between 10 and 15μm,with hitam and betung bamboo exhibitingmedium-thickness cell walls(>5μm).Based on fiber dimension analysis,belangke,and betung bamboo are classified within quality class II,whereas hitam bamboo falls into class Ⅰ.The highest recorded tensile,shear,and compressive mechanical strength values were observed at the tips of hitam bamboo,measuring 563.43 MPa,15 MPa,and 6.87 kN/mm^(2),respectively.The bamboo samples underwent three different treatments:(1)immersion in water for 24 h,(2)autoclaving at 120℃ for 1 h,and(3)a control group with no treatment.OSB panels were produced with dimensions of 20 cm×20 cm×1 cm(length×width×thickness)using isocyanate adhesive and conditioned for 14 days.The physical and mechanical properties of the OSBs were evaluated based on the Japan Industrial Standard(JIS)A5908:2003 and theCanadian StandardsAssociation(CSA)0437.0:2011 criteria.The density of the laboratory-produced OSB panels ranged from 0.60 to 0.73 g/cm^(3),moisture content varied from5.4% to 8.1%,water absorption ranged between 31.6% and 45.8%,and thickness swelling was recorded at 5.1% to 16.3%.The modulus of elasticity(MOE)ranged from2745.1 to 7813.3 MPa,themodulus of rupture(MOR)from 30.8 to 58.8MPa,and internal bonding(IB)from 0.27 to 0.47 MPa.Overall,all OSB panels produced in this study met the specifications outlined in JIS A 5908(2003)and CSA 0437.0(2011),demonstrating the viability of these bamboo species as raw materials for OSB production.
基金supported by the Key Project of Natural Science Foundation of Yunnan Province (202401AS070082)the National Natural Science Foundation of China (grants 32120103003 and 31970355)
文摘Rapid growth is an innovative trait of woody bamboos that has been widely studied.However,the genetic basis and evolution of this trait are poorly understood.Taking advantage of genomic resources of 11 representative bamboos at different ploidal levels,we integrated morphological,physiological,and transcriptomic datasets to investigate rapid growth.In particular,these bamboos include two large-sized and a small-sized woody species,compared with a diploid herbaceous species.Our results showed that gibberellin A1 was important for the rapid shoot growth of the world's largest bamboo,Dendrocalamus sinicus,and indicated that two gibberellins(GAs)-related genes,KAO and SLRL1,were key to the rapid shoot growth and culm size in woody bamboos.The expression of GAs-related genes exhibited significant subgenome asymmetry with subgenomes A and C demonstrating expression dominance in the large-sized woody bamboos while the generally submissive subgenomes B and D dominating in the small-sized species.The subgenome asymmetry was found to be correlated with the subgenome-specific gene structure,particularly UTRs and core promoters.Our study provides novel insights into the molecular mechanism and evolution of rapid shoot growth following allopolyploidization in woody bamboos,particularly via subgenome asymmetry.These findings are helpful for understanding of how polyploidization in general and subgenome asymmetry in particular contributed to the origin of innovative traits in plants.
基金the Fundamental Research Foundation of CAF(CAFYBB2022QB001)National Nature Science Foundation of China(32222058)for financial support.
文摘A novel environmentally benign biphasic system composed of propylene carbonate(PC) and aqueous solution of p-toluenesulfonic acid(p-TsOH aq) was designed for the efficient valorization of lignocellulosic bamboo residues, resulting in more than 95.5% of hemicellulose and 97.2% of lignin digested under mild conditions of 130°C for 1 h. Meanwhile, 91.9% of cellulose was retained with loose structure, followed by 95.8% enzyme hydrolysis yield and 347.9 mg g-1of glucose yield. Notably, the synergistic effect between PC and p-TsOH on efficiency and selectivity was proposed by a control group experiment and subsequently verified, which is believed to be responsible for the simultaneous degradation and separation of lignin and hemicelluloses into oligomeric phenols and pentose, also facilitating subsequent valorization.Furthermore, the novel PC/p-TsOH aq biphasic system demonstrated excellent retrievability and adaptability to different feedstocks, offering a promising green strategy for the efficient valorization of lignocellulosic biomass in industrial biorefineries.
基金supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(32494793).
文摘Cellulose frameworks have emerged as promising materials for light management due to their exceptional light-scattering capabilities and sustainable nature.Conventional biomass-derived cellulose frameworks face a fundamental trade-off between haze and transparency,coupled with impractical thicknesses(≥1 mm).Inspired by squid’s skin-peeling mechanism,this work develops a peroxyformic acid(HCOOOH)-enabled precision peeling strategy to isolate intact 10-μm-thick bamboo green(BG)frameworks—100×thinner than wood-based counterparts while achieving an unprecedented optical performance(88%haze with 80%transparency).This performance surpasses delignified biomass(transparency<40%at 1 mm)and matches engineered cellulose composites,yet requires no energy-intensive nanofibrillation.The preserved native cellulose I crystalline structure(64.76%crystallinity)and wax-coated uniaxial fibril alignment(Hermans factor:0.23)contribute to high mechanical strength(903 MPa modulus)and broadband light scattering.As a light-management layer in polycrystalline silicon solar cells,the BG framework boosts photoelectric conversion efficiency by 0.41%absolute(18.74%→19.15%),outperforming synthetic anti-reflective coatings.The work establishes a scalable,waste-to-wealth route for optical-grade cellulose materials in next-generation optoelectronics.
文摘In central Uganda’s Nakasongola District,117 km from the capital,Kampala,a new era of sustainable bamboo farming is on the go.China,a global leader in bamboo production,has partnered with the Ugandan government to promote bamboo farming in that area and the country at large.Bamboo farming,launched over a decade ago,has attracted a sizeable number of farmers throughout the country.
基金financially supported by the Fundamental Research Funds of CAF(CAFYBB2022QA004).
文摘Bamboo parenchymal cells(PCs)represent an underutilized resource with significant potential as a sustainable and versatile bio-based material.Despite the extensive research on bamboo fibers,PCs,comprising a considerable portion of bamboo,have been largely overlooked.This review examines the multi-scale structure of bamboo PCs,including their microcapsules,multi-wall layers,and pits,which provide the structural foundation for diverse applications.Various physical and chemical isolation methods,impacting the properties of extracted PCs,are also discussed.Notably,the review explores the promising applications of bamboo PCs,highlighting their use as filler materials in formaldehyde-free composites,as components in phase-change materials and supercapacitors,as sources for biodegradable microcapsules and antimicrobial hydrogels,as precursors for activated carbon in environmental remediation,and as a valuable feedstock for biomass refining processes.This comprehensive analysis underscores the importance of bamboo PCs in the development of renewable materials,encouraging further research to fully harness their capabilities.
基金facilitated by Hideki Nakajima as the beamline manager of the Synchrotron Light Research Institute in Thailandreceived partial funding support from the NSRF via the Program Management Unit for the Human Resources & Institutional Development, Research, and Innovation (PMU-B)in the Industrial Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Program to support Thailand Strategic Industry (No.B01F640054) that was carried out as a part of the requirement for the Postdoctoral Fellowship Program of Dr. Sukanya Pothaya in NSTDA, Thailand。
文摘Hard carbon derived from bamboo for the anode material of sodium-ion batteries has a three-dimensional(3D) open framework structure and has naturally incorporated K-ions into its carbon structure,increasing the dinterlayer spacing of hard carbon materials for facilitating Na^(+) transport.In this work,bamboo-derived hard carbon was prepared via two carbonization temperatures at 700and 1000 ℃ for an hour and employed as an anode for sodium-ion batteries(SIB).X-ray diffraction(XRD) and Fourier transform(FT)-Raman spectroscopic results indicated the disordered structure with d-spacing(d_(002)) around0.36-0.37 nm,which is a benefit for sodium ion insertion/desertion.Herein,the composition between carbon-nanotube(CNT) and bamboo-derived hard carbon(BB) was synthesized by a ball mill with various contents of CNT(1 wt%,5 wt% and 10 wt%).At the optimal CNT content of 5 wt%,the sample exhibited excellent performance and outstanding stability.As the anode,the half-cell SIB using BB(700)w@5%CNT(with a carbonization temperature of700 ℃ and CNT loading of 5 wt%) delivered a high initial specific capacity of 268.9 mAh·g^(-1) at 0.1C and capacity retention of 78.6% after 500 cycles at 1.0C.The full cell SIB fabrication BB(700)w@5%CNT in combination with Na_(3)V_(2)(PO4)_(3) as the cathode demonstrated a high specific capacity of 127.6 mAh·g^(-1) at 0.2C with its capacitive retention remaining of 78% at 1.0C after 1000 cycles.The attained storage performance indicates that hard carbonCNT composite anode material enhanced the conductive path of electron transport and provided long-term cycling stability.The good electrochemical performance as well as the low cost and environment-friendliness of the bambooderived hard carbon proves its suitability for future sodium-ion batteries.
基金supported by the “Project funded by the European Union-Next Generation EU”
文摘In the Mediterranean region,despite bamboo being an alien species that can seriously alter plant and ani-mal biocoenosis,the area occupied by bamboo plantations continues to increase,especially for the purpose to seques-ter carbon(C).However,the C dynamics in the soil-plant system when bamboo is grown outside its native area are poorly understood.Here we investigated the C mitigation potential of the fast-growing Moso bamboo(Phyllostachys edulis)introduced in Italy for climate-change mitigation.We analyzed aboveground(AGB)and belowground(as root/shoot ratio)biomass,litter and soil organic C(SOC)at O-15-and 15-30-cm depths in a 4-year-old bamboo plantation in comparison with the former annual cropland on which the bamboo was established.To have an idea of the maximum C stored at an ecosystem level,a natural forest adjacent the two sites was also considered.In the plantation,C accumulation as AGB was stimulated,with 14.8±3.1 Mg C ha^(-1) stored in 3 years;because thinning was done to remove culms from the first year,the mean sequestration rate was 4.9 Mg C ha^(-1) a^(-1).The sequestration rates were high but comparable to other fast-growing tree species in Italy(e.g.,Pinus nigra).SOC was significantly higher in the bamboo plantation than in the cropland only at the 0-15 cm depth,but SOC stock did not differ.Possibly 4 years were not enough time for a clear increase in SOC,or the high nutrient uptake by bamboos might have depleted the soil nutrients,thus inhibiting the soil organic matter formation by bacteria.In comparison,the natural forest had significantly higher C levels in all the pools.For C dynamics at an ecosystem level,the bamboo plantation on the former annual cropland led to substantial C removal from the atmosphere(about 12 Mg C ha^(-1) a^(-1)).However,despite the promising C sequestration rates by bamboo,its introduction should be carefully considered due to potential ecological problems caused by this species in overexploited environments such as the Mediterranean area.
文摘Bamboo is a typical biological material widely growing in nature with excellent physical and mechanical properties.It is lightweight with high strength and toughness.The naturally optimized bamboo structure,which has inspired global material scientists and engineers for decades,is significantly important for the bionic design of novel structural materials with ultra-light,ultra-strong,or ultra-tough and comprehensive properties.Typical literature on innovative composite materials and structural members inspired by bamboo are reviewed in this paper,and the research progress and prospects in this field are expounded in three parts.First,the structural characteristics of the bamboo wall layer along the thickness and height directions are described in terms of chemical composition,gradient structure,pore structure,and hollow structure with variable cross-section.Second,this paper summarizes the research progress on new composite materials and structural components by applying bamboo’s structural features from the perspective of sustainability,designability,and customization.Finally,given the limitations of current research,the biomimetic scientific research on bamboo’s structural characteristics is prospected from the interpretation of bamboo structure,new bamboo-like materials,and structural design optimization perspectives,providing a reference for future research on biomimetic aspects of biomass.
