High-pressure research has emerged as a pivotal approach for advancing our understanding and development of optoelectronic materials,which are vital for a wide range of applications,including photovoltaics,light-emitt...High-pressure research has emerged as a pivotal approach for advancing our understanding and development of optoelectronic materials,which are vital for a wide range of applications,including photovoltaics,light-emitting devices,and photodetectors.This review highlights various in situ characterization methods employed in high-pressure research to investigate the optical,electronic,and structural properties of optoelectronic materials.We explore the advances that have been made in techniques such as X-ray diffraction,absorption spectroscopy,nonlinear optics,photoluminescence spectroscopy,Raman spectroscopy,and photoresponse measurement,emphasizing how these methods have enhanced the elucidation of structural transitions,bandgap modulation,performance optimization,and carrier dynamics engineering.These insights underscore the pivotal role of high-pressure techniques in optimizing and tailoring optoelectronic materials for future applications.展开更多
At present,blast furnace ironmaking is still the main process for producing molten iron,and sinters are the main raw material for blast furnace ironmaking.A sinter with good metallurgical performance can not only ensu...At present,blast furnace ironmaking is still the main process for producing molten iron,and sinters are the main raw material for blast furnace ironmaking.A sinter with good metallurgical performance can not only ensure smooth operation of the blast furnace but also reduce the blast furnace fuel ratio and increase the molten iron production.Structure is the most important factor affecting the metallurgical properties of the sinter.Thus,the research progress of sinter pore and mineral phase structures was reviewed and the mechanism by which they influence sinter properties was expounded.Multiscale characterization methods for the sinter and their advantages and disadvantages were introduced,and the future research direction of sinter was discussed.展开更多
The development of azobenzene photoisomerization materials marks a pivotal advancement in solar-thermal conversion technologies.Their properties and performance,explored through comprehensive characterization,are vita...The development of azobenzene photoisomerization materials marks a pivotal advancement in solar-thermal conversion technologies.Their properties and performance,explored through comprehensive characterization,are vital for further progress.Despite extensive research in this area,a detailed summary of characterization methods for azobenzene materials remains largely unexplored.This review addresses this gap by detailing structural and performance characterization techniques.It provides an in-depth overview of various experimental methods,highlighting their objectives,operational mechanics,and practical applications.This detailed review sheds light on the complex relationship between the materials'structure and their performance.Moreover,the review presents a critical analysis of these methods,assessing their strengths and limitations.By doing so,it highlights the revolutionary potential of azobenzene materials in the realm of solar energy conversion and underscores their significance in fostering sustainable energy solutions.展开更多
Due to their high water content,stimulus responsiveness,and biocompatibility,hydrogels,which are functional materials with a three-dimensional network structure,are widely applied in fields such as biomedicine,environ...Due to their high water content,stimulus responsiveness,and biocompatibility,hydrogels,which are functional materials with a three-dimensional network structure,are widely applied in fields such as biomedicine,environmental monitoring,and flexible electronics.This paper provides a systematic review of hydrogel charac-terization methods and their applications,focusing on primary evaluation techniques for physical properties(e.g.,mechanical strength,swelling behavior,and pore structure),chemical properties(e.g.,composition,crosslink density,and degradation behavior),biocompatibility,and functional properties(e.g.,drug release,environmental stimulus response,and conductivity).It analyzes the challenges currently faced by characterization methods,such as a lack of standardization,difficulties in dynamic monitoring,an insufficient micro-macro correlation,and poor adaptability to complex environments.It proposes solutions,such as a hierarchical standardization system,in situ imaging technology,cross-scale characterization,and biomimetic testing platforms.Looking ahead,hydrogel characterization techniques will evolve toward intelligent,real-time,multimodal coupling and standardized approaches.These techniques will provide superior technical support for precision medicine,environmental restoration,and flexible electronics.They will also offer systematic methodological guidance for the performance optimization and practical application of hydrogel materials.展开更多
The development of high-performance lithium ion batteries requires the discovery of new materials and the optimization of key components.By contrast with traditional one-by-one method,high-throughput method can synthe...The development of high-performance lithium ion batteries requires the discovery of new materials and the optimization of key components.By contrast with traditional one-by-one method,high-throughput method can synthesize and characterize a large number of compositionally varying samples,which is able to accelerate the pace of discovery,development and optimization process of materials.Because of rapid progress in thin film and automatic control technologies,thousands of compounds with different compositions could be synthesized rapidly right now,even in a single experiment.However,the lack of rapid or combinatorial characterization technologies to match with high-throughput synthesis methods,limit the application of high-throughput technology.Here,we review a series of representative highthroughput characterization methods used in lithium batteries,including high-throughput structural and electrochemical characterization methods and rapid measuring technologies based on synchrotron light sources.展开更多
For the rational manipulation of the production quality of high-temperature metallurgical engineering,there are many challenges in understanding the processes involved because of the black box chemical/electrochemical...For the rational manipulation of the production quality of high-temperature metallurgical engineering,there are many challenges in understanding the processes involved because of the black box chemical/electrochemical reactors.To overcome this issue,various in-situ characterization methods have been recently developed to analyze the interactions between the composition,microstructure,and solid-liquid interface of high-temperature electrochemical electrodes and molten salts.In this review,recent progress of in-situ hightemperature characterization techniques is discussed to summarize the advances in understanding the processes in metallurgical engineering.In-situ high-temperature technologies and analytical methods mainly include synchrotron X-ray diffraction(s-XRD),laser scanning confocal microscopy,and X-ray computed microtomography(X-rayμ-CT),which are important platforms for analyzing the structure and morphology of the electrodes to reveal the complexity and variability of their interfaces.In addition,laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy,high-temperature Raman spectroscopy,and ultraviolet-visible absorption spectroscopy provide microscale characterizations of the composition and structure of molten salts.More importantly,the combination of X-rayμ-CT and s-XRD techniques enables the investigation of the chemical reaction mechanisms at the two-phase interface.Therefore,these in-situ methods are essential for analyzing the chemical/electrochemical kinetics of high-temperature reaction processes and establishing the theoretical principles for the efficient and stable operation of chemical/electrochemical metallurgical processes.展开更多
Magnesium and its alloys offer lightweight advantage and have extensive development prospects,particularly in aerospace.However,their flammability poses a significant barrier on the development of Mg alloys.The igniti...Magnesium and its alloys offer lightweight advantage and have extensive development prospects,particularly in aerospace.However,their flammability poses a significant barrier on the development of Mg alloys.The ignition resistance of these alloys often depends on the protectiveness of the oxide film formed on the surface.This paper elucidates the formation mechanism of oxide film from thermodynamics and kinetics,classifying oxide films based on their layered structure to assess their protective properties.Furthermore,it comprehensively reviews the impact of characteristics on the protective effectiveness such as compactness,continuity,thickness,and mechanical properties.The paper also introduces various characterization methods for the microstructure and properties of oxide film.The primary objective of this paper is to enhance the comprehension of oxide film concerning the ignition resistance of Mg alloys and to furnish references for future advancements and research in Mg alloys with heightened ignition resistance.展开更多
Trimethoprim(TMP),as a broad-spectrum bacteriostatic antibiotic,is widely used in clinical anti-infection therapy and livestock breeding.However,its low water solubility leads to insufficient bioavailability,which has...Trimethoprim(TMP),as a broad-spectrum bacteriostatic antibiotic,is widely used in clinical anti-infection therapy and livestock breeding.However,its low water solubility leads to insufficient bioavailability,which has become a key problem restricting its development.Cyclodextrins and their derivatives,with their unique cyclic structures,can form inclusion complexes with TMP to improve its properties.This article reviews the pharmacological characteristics of TMP,the types and properties of common cyclodextrins,focusing on introducing various preparation methods of trimethoprim cyclodextrin inclusion complexes and multiple characterization methods for identifying the inclusion complexes,aiming to provide a reference for further research and development of trimethoprim cyclodextrin inclusion complexes.展开更多
The urgent demand for clean energy solutions has intensified the search for advanced storage materials,with rechargeable alkali-ion batteries(AIBs)playing a pivotal role in electrochemical energy storage.Enhancing ele...The urgent demand for clean energy solutions has intensified the search for advanced storage materials,with rechargeable alkali-ion batteries(AIBs)playing a pivotal role in electrochemical energy storage.Enhancing electrode performance is critical to addressing the increasing need for high-energy and high-power AIBs.Next-generation anode materials face significant challenges,including limited energy storage capacities and complex reaction mechanisms that complicate structural modeling.Sn-based materials have emerged as promising candidates for AIBs due to their inherent advantages.Recent research has increasingly focused on the development of heterojunctions as a strategy to enhance the performance of Sn-based anode materials.Despite significant advances in this field,comprehensive reviews summarizing the latest developments are still sparse.This review provides a detailed overview of recent progress in Sn-based heterojunction-type anode materials.It begins with an explanation of the concept of heterojunctions,including their fabrication,characterization,and classification.Cutting-edge research on Sn-based heterojunction-type anodes for AIBs is highlighted.Finally,the review summarizes the latest advancements in heterojunction technology and discusses future directions for research and development in this area.展开更多
Single-atom catalysts(SACs),as the rising stars in the field of catalytic science,are leading catalytic technology into an un-precedented new era.However,the synthe-sis of high-performance SACs with well-de-fined acti...Single-atom catalysts(SACs),as the rising stars in the field of catalytic science,are leading catalytic technology into an un-precedented new era.However,the synthe-sis of high-performance SACs with well-de-fined active sites and high loadings under precise control has become a hotly debated topic in scientific research.Metal-organic frameworks(MOFs),with their exceptional properties such as ultrahigh specific surface areas,precisely controllable structural de-signs,and highly flexible functional cus-tomization capabilities,are regarded as one of the ideal matrices for supporting and sta-bilizing SACs.This review provides an in-sightful overview of the diverse preparation strategies for MOFs-derived SACs.It comprehen-sively analyzes the unique advantages and challenges of each method in achieving efficient synthesis of SACs,emphasizing the crucial role of optimized processes in unlocking the antici-pated performance of SACs.Furthermore,this review delves into a series of advanced charac-terization techniques,including aberration-corrected scanning transmission electron mi-croscopy(AC-STEM),electron energy loss spectroscopy(EELS),X-ray absorption spec-troscopy(XAS),and infrared absorption spectroscopy(IRAS),offering valuable insights into the atomic-scale fine structures and properties of SACs,significantly advancing the under-standing of SAC mechanisms.Moreover,this review focuses on exploring the potential appli-cations of MOFs-derived SACs in electrocatalysis frontier fields.This comprehensive exami-nation lays a solid theoretical foundation and provides a directional guidance for the rational design and controllable synthesis of high-performance MOFs-derived SACs.展开更多
Electrocatalytic nitrate reduction reaction(NitRR)utilizing water as a hydrogen source under ambient conditions represents a highly promising avenue for sustainable ammonia synthesis and environmental remediation.Howe...Electrocatalytic nitrate reduction reaction(NitRR)utilizing water as a hydrogen source under ambient conditions represents a highly promising avenue for sustainable ammonia synthesis and environmental remediation.However,achieving high efficiency and selectivity in NitRR is fundamentally challenged by the complex lifecycle management of active hydrogen derived from water splitting.This review provides a timely and comprehensive analysis centered on the pivotal role and meticulous regulation of active hydrogen throughout the NitRR process.We first elucidate the distinct functions and characteristics of various hydrogen species,followed by a survey of advanced characterization techniques crucial for monitoring the dynamics of active hydrogen.Critically,three core strategies were systematically dissected to modulate the active hydrogen lifecycle:accelerating water activation and dissociation,enhancing the directional transport of hydrogen species,and precisely tuning active hydrogen coupling pathways while suppressing parasitic hydrogen evolution.By consolidating current understanding from both catalyst design and reaction mechanism perspectives,this review offers a hydrogen-centric roadmap and highlights emerging opportunities for rationally engineering advanced NitRR systems.展开更多
Ethinyl estradiol（EE） as a contraceptive,（17α）-19-nopregna-1,3,5-（10）-trien-20-yne-3,17-diol（formula： C（20）H（24）O2, molecular weight： 296.4, CAS number： 57-63-6）, is known to have different pseudo-poly...Ethinyl estradiol（EE） as a contraceptive,（17α）-19-nopregna-1,3,5-（10）-trien-20-yne-3,17-diol（formula： C（20）H（24）O2, molecular weight： 296.4, CAS number： 57-63-6）, is known to have different pseudo-polymorphic forms. Some EE polymorphs have been synthesized by means of physical or chemical methods, characterized by X-ray powder diffraction（XRPD）, thermogravimetric（TG）, differential scanning calorimetry（DSC） and IR spectra. Dissolution profile was tested by high performance liquid chromatography（HPLC）. Meanwhile, the crystal structure of the new EE solvate（formamide） was characterized by single-crystal X-ray structure analysis（SXRD）. The results confirmed that EE existed polymorphism. Five crystal forms of EE were presented and two of them were reported firstly. Furthermore, five polymorphs＇ dissolution curves were drawn and they could be identified by several analysis methods. Our study on polymorphs of EE could provide a variety of crystal material composition, preparation methods and solubility.展开更多
A photovoltaic technology historically goes through two major steps to evolve into a mature technology. The first step involves advances in materials and is usually accompanied by the rapid improvement of power conver...A photovoltaic technology historically goes through two major steps to evolve into a mature technology. The first step involves advances in materials and is usually accompanied by the rapid improvement of power conversion efficiency. The second step focuses on interfaces and is usually accompanied by significant stability improvement. As an emerging generation of photovoltaic technology, perovskite solar cells are transitioning to the second step of their development when a significant focus shifts toward interface studies and engineering. While various interface engineering strategies have been developed, interfacial characterization is crucial to show the effectiveness of interfacial modification. Here, we review the characterization techniques that have been utilized in studying interface properties in perovskite solar cells. We first summarize the main roles of interfaces in perovskite solar cells, and then we discuss some typical characterization methodologies for morphological, optical,and electrical studies of interfaces. Successful experiences and existing problems are analyzed when discussing some commonly used methods. We then analyze the challenges and provide an outlook for further development of interfacial characterizations. This review aims to evoke strengthened research devotion on novel and persuasive interfacial engineering.展开更多
A simple creep testing method is presented which involves using coiled specimens. With this method, a single experiment can give all the data required for a plot of strain rate versus stress. The value of the stress-e...A simple creep testing method is presented which involves using coiled specimens. With this method, a single experiment can give all the data required for a plot of strain rate versus stress. The value of the stress-expo-nent of room temperature steady-state creep a Pb-61. 5wt %Sn solder was measured in this way to be 1. 06,aselected from a diffusion creep mechanism.展开更多
In order to establish the quantitative relationship between equivalent strain and the performance index of the deformed material within the range of certain passes for equal channel angular processing （ECAP）, a new ...In order to establish the quantitative relationship between equivalent strain and the performance index of the deformed material within the range of certain passes for equal channel angular processing （ECAP）, a new approach to characterize the equivalent strain was proposed. The results show that there exists better accordance between mechanical property （such as hardness or strength） and equivalent strain after rolling and ECAP in a certain range of deformation amount, and Gauss equation can be satisfied among the equivalent strain and the mechanical properties for ECAP. Through regression analysis on the data of hardness and strength after the deformation, a more generalized expression of equivalent strain for ECAP is proposed as：ε=k0exp[-（k1M-k2）^2], where M is the strength or hardness of the material, k1 is the modified coefficient （k1∈ （0, 1））, ko and k2 are two parameters dependent on the critical strain and mechanical property that reaches saturation state for the material, respectively. In this expression the equivalent strain for ECAP is characterized novelly through the mechanical parameter relating to material property rather than the classical geometry equation.展开更多
ZnO/graphene oxide（ZnO/GO） composite material,in which ZnO nanoparticles were densely coated on the GO nanosheets,was successfully prepared by an improved two-step method and characterized by IR, XRD,TEM,and UV-vis ...ZnO/graphene oxide（ZnO/GO） composite material,in which ZnO nanoparticles were densely coated on the GO nanosheets,was successfully prepared by an improved two-step method and characterized by IR, XRD,TEM,and UV-vis techniques.The improved photocatalytic property of the ZnO/GO composite material,evaluated by the photocatalytic degradation of methyl orange（MO） under UV irradiation,is ascribed to the intimate contact between ZnO and GO,the enhanced adsorption of MO,the quick electron transfer from excited ZnO particles to GO sheets and the activation of MO molecules viaπ-πinteraction between MO and GO.展开更多
Validating a method of analysis goes through different steps, which aims at testing the normality of measurements distribution, estimating the uncertainty of the components of a measurement （i.e., accuracy and correc...Validating a method of analysis goes through different steps, which aims at testing the normality of measurements distribution, estimating the uncertainty of the components of a measurement （i.e., accuracy and correctness）, and finally, define the control tests of non degradation of the method performances. This paper outlines the steps for validating a biological method of analysis. It involves the construction of an experimental design, a statistical model, and the preparation of an interne laboratory reference material （pilot vaccine）. The latter is used to study the impact of deviation and variation factors, in order to, optimize the analytical method, to evaluate the bias （random error）, and to calculate the uncertainty of measurement, and make the control charts. This method is applied in the titration of live viral vaccines of Gumboro disease on chicken＇s embryos fibroblasts. The experimental results show that potential influence factors related to the titration method had no significant influence on the obtained results. Taking into account these results, an operating mode has been elaborated. The finalized method proved to be faithful to standard deviation of repeatability and reproducibility of 0.21 and 0.22, respectively, with a confidence level of 95%. The calculated uncertainty of measurement is equal to 0.2, which represents the average error level of a titer. A homogeneous stock of interne laboratory reference vaccine （MRIL）, with an average titer of 5.9 log DIT 50, was produced and the control chart set in away to provide the laboratory with an important tool of control and monitoring of the viral titers evolution in time, as well as, the mastery of the validated titration method performances.展开更多
In this paper we reported the preparation and extensive characterization of La9.83–x Sr x Si6O26＋δ（0≤x≤0.50） precursors, intermediate and final products. The sintering reactions, the phase formation, the struct...In this paper we reported the preparation and extensive characterization of La9.83–x Sr x Si6O26＋δ（0≤x≤0.50） precursors, intermediate and final products. The sintering reactions, the phase formation, the structure as well as the powders＇ morphology were studied by means of thermogravimetric analysis, X-ray diffraction（XRD）, Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy（FTIR） and scanning electron microscopy（SEM）. Moreover, the effect of stoichiometry on precursor＇s structure and morphology as well as on intermediate and final products was reported. As was concluded pure La9.83Si6O26＋δ, La9.38Sr0.45Si6O26＋δ and La9.33Sr0.50Si6O26＋δ could be prepared after sintering at 1400 °C for 20 h while La9.68Sr0.15Si6O26＋δ and La9.53Sr0.30Si6O26＋δ compounds contained minor traces（〈3.5%） of La2Si2O7 secondary phase. Concerning the synthesis, there have been no previous reports on the preparation of pure La9.83Si6O26＋δ, La9.38Sr0.45Si6O26＋δ and La9.33Sr0.50Si6O26＋δ compounds. The final powders consisted of spherical particles and an increase of Sr content seemed to inhibit sintering phenomena. The existence of interstitial oxygen at intermediate crystallographic positions of apatite structure had great effect on Si O4 sub-structure distortion. The increase of Sr content led to a major reduction of interstitial oxygen quantity and the refutation of silicon tetrahedron distortion.展开更多
A series of novel ester-capped carbosilane dendrimers（G0-COOCH3–G2-COOCH3） were designed and successfully synthesized via a hybrid divergent–convergent method through a facile hydrosilylation reaction. The structu...A series of novel ester-capped carbosilane dendrimers（G0-COOCH3–G2-COOCH3） were designed and successfully synthesized via a hybrid divergent–convergent method through a facile hydrosilylation reaction. The structures of these dendrimers were confirmed by FTIR,1H NMR, and HRMS analyses.展开更多
Atmospheric humic-like substances （HULIS） are not only an unresolved mixture of macro- organic compounds but also powerful chelating agents in atmospheric particulate matters （PMs）; impacting on both the propertie...Atmospheric humic-like substances （HULIS） are not only an unresolved mixture of macro- organic compounds but also powerful chelating agents in atmospheric particulate matters （PMs）; impacting on both the properties of aerosol particles and health effects by generating reactive oxygen spedes （ROS）. Currently, the interests of HULIS are intensively shifting to the investigations of HULIS-metal synergic effects and kinetics modeling studies, as well as the development of HULIS quantification, findings of possible HULIS sources and generation of ROS from HULIS. In light of HULIS studies, we comprehensively review the current knowledge of isolation and physicochemical characterization of HULIS from atmospheric samples as well as HULIS properties （hygroscopic, surface activity, and colloidal） and possible sources of HULIS. This review mainly highlights the generation of reactive oxygen species （ROS） from PMs, HULIS and transition metals, especially iron. This review also summarized the mechanism of iron-organic complexation and recent findings of OH formation from HULIS-metal complexes. This review will be helpful to carry out the modeling studies that concern with HULIS-transition metals and for further studies in the generation of ROS from HULIS-metal complexes,展开更多
基金supported by the National Nature Science Foundation of China(NSFC)(Grant Nos.22275004,62274040,and 62304046)the Shanghai Science and Technology Committee(Grant No.22JC1410300)+2 种基金the Shanghai Key Laboratory of Novel Extreme Condition Materials(Grant No.22dz2260800)the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant No.2022YFE0137400)the Shanghai Science and Technology Innovationaction Plan(Grant No.24DZ3001200).
文摘High-pressure research has emerged as a pivotal approach for advancing our understanding and development of optoelectronic materials,which are vital for a wide range of applications,including photovoltaics,light-emitting devices,and photodetectors.This review highlights various in situ characterization methods employed in high-pressure research to investigate the optical,electronic,and structural properties of optoelectronic materials.We explore the advances that have been made in techniques such as X-ray diffraction,absorption spectroscopy,nonlinear optics,photoluminescence spectroscopy,Raman spectroscopy,and photoresponse measurement,emphasizing how these methods have enhanced the elucidation of structural transitions,bandgap modulation,performance optimization,and carrier dynamics engineering.These insights underscore the pivotal role of high-pressure techniques in optimizing and tailoring optoelectronic materials for future applications.
基金The authors acknowledge the financial support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(51474164,U1760101 and 51704216).
文摘At present,blast furnace ironmaking is still the main process for producing molten iron,and sinters are the main raw material for blast furnace ironmaking.A sinter with good metallurgical performance can not only ensure smooth operation of the blast furnace but also reduce the blast furnace fuel ratio and increase the molten iron production.Structure is the most important factor affecting the metallurgical properties of the sinter.Thus,the research progress of sinter pore and mineral phase structures was reviewed and the mechanism by which they influence sinter properties was expounded.Multiscale characterization methods for the sinter and their advantages and disadvantages were introduced,and the future research direction of sinter was discussed.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.51966015).
文摘The development of azobenzene photoisomerization materials marks a pivotal advancement in solar-thermal conversion technologies.Their properties and performance,explored through comprehensive characterization,are vital for further progress.Despite extensive research in this area,a detailed summary of characterization methods for azobenzene materials remains largely unexplored.This review addresses this gap by detailing structural and performance characterization techniques.It provides an in-depth overview of various experimental methods,highlighting their objectives,operational mechanics,and practical applications.This detailed review sheds light on the complex relationship between the materials'structure and their performance.Moreover,the review presents a critical analysis of these methods,assessing their strengths and limitations.By doing so,it highlights the revolutionary potential of azobenzene materials in the realm of solar energy conversion and underscores their significance in fostering sustainable energy solutions.
文摘Due to their high water content,stimulus responsiveness,and biocompatibility,hydrogels,which are functional materials with a three-dimensional network structure,are widely applied in fields such as biomedicine,environmental monitoring,and flexible electronics.This paper provides a systematic review of hydrogel charac-terization methods and their applications,focusing on primary evaluation techniques for physical properties(e.g.,mechanical strength,swelling behavior,and pore structure),chemical properties(e.g.,composition,crosslink density,and degradation behavior),biocompatibility,and functional properties(e.g.,drug release,environmental stimulus response,and conductivity).It analyzes the challenges currently faced by characterization methods,such as a lack of standardization,difficulties in dynamic monitoring,an insufficient micro-macro correlation,and poor adaptability to complex environments.It proposes solutions,such as a hierarchical standardization system,in situ imaging technology,cross-scale characterization,and biomimetic testing platforms.Looking ahead,hydrogel characterization techniques will evolve toward intelligent,real-time,multimodal coupling and standardized approaches.These techniques will provide superior technical support for precision medicine,environmental restoration,and flexible electronics.They will also offer systematic methodological guidance for the performance optimization and practical application of hydrogel materials.
基金This work was supported by National Science Foundation of China(51602191,51602190)the Program for Professor of Special Appointment(Eastern Scholar)at Shanghai Institutions of Higher Learning.
文摘The development of high-performance lithium ion batteries requires the discovery of new materials and the optimization of key components.By contrast with traditional one-by-one method,high-throughput method can synthesize and characterize a large number of compositionally varying samples,which is able to accelerate the pace of discovery,development and optimization process of materials.Because of rapid progress in thin film and automatic control technologies,thousands of compounds with different compositions could be synthesized rapidly right now,even in a single experiment.However,the lack of rapid or combinatorial characterization technologies to match with high-throughput synthesis methods,limit the application of high-throughput technology.Here,we review a series of representative highthroughput characterization methods used in lithium batteries,including high-throughput structural and electrochemical characterization methods and rapid measuring technologies based on synchrotron light sources.
基金financially supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(No.2022YFC2906100).
文摘For the rational manipulation of the production quality of high-temperature metallurgical engineering,there are many challenges in understanding the processes involved because of the black box chemical/electrochemical reactors.To overcome this issue,various in-situ characterization methods have been recently developed to analyze the interactions between the composition,microstructure,and solid-liquid interface of high-temperature electrochemical electrodes and molten salts.In this review,recent progress of in-situ hightemperature characterization techniques is discussed to summarize the advances in understanding the processes in metallurgical engineering.In-situ high-temperature technologies and analytical methods mainly include synchrotron X-ray diffraction(s-XRD),laser scanning confocal microscopy,and X-ray computed microtomography(X-rayμ-CT),which are important platforms for analyzing the structure and morphology of the electrodes to reveal the complexity and variability of their interfaces.In addition,laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy,high-temperature Raman spectroscopy,and ultraviolet-visible absorption spectroscopy provide microscale characterizations of the composition and structure of molten salts.More importantly,the combination of X-rayμ-CT and s-XRD techniques enables the investigation of the chemical reaction mechanisms at the two-phase interface.Therefore,these in-situ methods are essential for analyzing the chemical/electrochemical kinetics of high-temperature reaction processes and establishing the theoretical principles for the efficient and stable operation of chemical/electrochemical metallurgical processes.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant No.2021YFB3501002)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52301059,No.52271009)the Shanghai Post-doctoral Excellence Program(Grant No.2023372).
文摘Magnesium and its alloys offer lightweight advantage and have extensive development prospects,particularly in aerospace.However,their flammability poses a significant barrier on the development of Mg alloys.The ignition resistance of these alloys often depends on the protectiveness of the oxide film formed on the surface.This paper elucidates the formation mechanism of oxide film from thermodynamics and kinetics,classifying oxide films based on their layered structure to assess their protective properties.Furthermore,it comprehensively reviews the impact of characteristics on the protective effectiveness such as compactness,continuity,thickness,and mechanical properties.The paper also introduces various characterization methods for the microstructure and properties of oxide film.The primary objective of this paper is to enhance the comprehension of oxide film concerning the ignition resistance of Mg alloys and to furnish references for future advancements and research in Mg alloys with heightened ignition resistance.
基金Academic Fund for Students of Foshan University in 2024(Project No.:xsjj202409zrb11)。
文摘Trimethoprim(TMP),as a broad-spectrum bacteriostatic antibiotic,is widely used in clinical anti-infection therapy and livestock breeding.However,its low water solubility leads to insufficient bioavailability,which has become a key problem restricting its development.Cyclodextrins and their derivatives,with their unique cyclic structures,can form inclusion complexes with TMP to improve its properties.This article reviews the pharmacological characteristics of TMP,the types and properties of common cyclodextrins,focusing on introducing various preparation methods of trimethoprim cyclodextrin inclusion complexes and multiple characterization methods for identifying the inclusion complexes,aiming to provide a reference for further research and development of trimethoprim cyclodextrin inclusion complexes.
文摘The urgent demand for clean energy solutions has intensified the search for advanced storage materials,with rechargeable alkali-ion batteries(AIBs)playing a pivotal role in electrochemical energy storage.Enhancing electrode performance is critical to addressing the increasing need for high-energy and high-power AIBs.Next-generation anode materials face significant challenges,including limited energy storage capacities and complex reaction mechanisms that complicate structural modeling.Sn-based materials have emerged as promising candidates for AIBs due to their inherent advantages.Recent research has increasingly focused on the development of heterojunctions as a strategy to enhance the performance of Sn-based anode materials.Despite significant advances in this field,comprehensive reviews summarizing the latest developments are still sparse.This review provides a detailed overview of recent progress in Sn-based heterojunction-type anode materials.It begins with an explanation of the concept of heterojunctions,including their fabrication,characterization,and classification.Cutting-edge research on Sn-based heterojunction-type anodes for AIBs is highlighted.Finally,the review summarizes the latest advancements in heterojunction technology and discusses future directions for research and development in this area.
基金supported by Henan Province Key Research and Development and Promotion of Science and Technology Project(No.25A150001)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.22409171,22125303,92361302,and 92061203).
文摘Single-atom catalysts(SACs),as the rising stars in the field of catalytic science,are leading catalytic technology into an un-precedented new era.However,the synthe-sis of high-performance SACs with well-de-fined active sites and high loadings under precise control has become a hotly debated topic in scientific research.Metal-organic frameworks(MOFs),with their exceptional properties such as ultrahigh specific surface areas,precisely controllable structural de-signs,and highly flexible functional cus-tomization capabilities,are regarded as one of the ideal matrices for supporting and sta-bilizing SACs.This review provides an in-sightful overview of the diverse preparation strategies for MOFs-derived SACs.It comprehen-sively analyzes the unique advantages and challenges of each method in achieving efficient synthesis of SACs,emphasizing the crucial role of optimized processes in unlocking the antici-pated performance of SACs.Furthermore,this review delves into a series of advanced charac-terization techniques,including aberration-corrected scanning transmission electron mi-croscopy(AC-STEM),electron energy loss spectroscopy(EELS),X-ray absorption spec-troscopy(XAS),and infrared absorption spectroscopy(IRAS),offering valuable insights into the atomic-scale fine structures and properties of SACs,significantly advancing the under-standing of SAC mechanisms.Moreover,this review focuses on exploring the potential appli-cations of MOFs-derived SACs in electrocatalysis frontier fields.This comprehensive exami-nation lays a solid theoretical foundation and provides a directional guidance for the rational design and controllable synthesis of high-performance MOFs-derived SACs.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(22179035)the Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars of Heilongjiang Province(JQ2022B001)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Universities of Heilongjiang Province of China(2023-KYYWF1440)。
文摘Electrocatalytic nitrate reduction reaction(NitRR)utilizing water as a hydrogen source under ambient conditions represents a highly promising avenue for sustainable ammonia synthesis and environmental remediation.However,achieving high efficiency and selectivity in NitRR is fundamentally challenged by the complex lifecycle management of active hydrogen derived from water splitting.This review provides a timely and comprehensive analysis centered on the pivotal role and meticulous regulation of active hydrogen throughout the NitRR process.We first elucidate the distinct functions and characteristics of various hydrogen species,followed by a survey of advanced characterization techniques crucial for monitoring the dynamics of active hydrogen.Critically,three core strategies were systematically dissected to modulate the active hydrogen lifecycle:accelerating water activation and dissociation,enhancing the directional transport of hydrogen species,and precisely tuning active hydrogen coupling pathways while suppressing parasitic hydrogen evolution.By consolidating current understanding from both catalyst design and reaction mechanism perspectives,this review offers a hydrogen-centric roadmap and highlights emerging opportunities for rationally engineering advanced NitRR systems.
基金supported by the Key National Research and Development Programs(No.2016YFC1000900)
文摘Ethinyl estradiol（EE） as a contraceptive,（17α）-19-nopregna-1,3,5-（10）-trien-20-yne-3,17-diol（formula： C（20）H（24）O2, molecular weight： 296.4, CAS number： 57-63-6）, is known to have different pseudo-polymorphic forms. Some EE polymorphs have been synthesized by means of physical or chemical methods, characterized by X-ray powder diffraction（XRPD）, thermogravimetric（TG）, differential scanning calorimetry（DSC） and IR spectra. Dissolution profile was tested by high performance liquid chromatography（HPLC）. Meanwhile, the crystal structure of the new EE solvate（formamide） was characterized by single-crystal X-ray structure analysis（SXRD）. The results confirmed that EE existed polymorphism. Five crystal forms of EE were presented and two of them were reported firstly. Furthermore, five polymorphs＇ dissolution curves were drawn and they could be identified by several analysis methods. Our study on polymorphs of EE could provide a variety of crystal material composition, preparation methods and solubility.
基金Tsupported by the Science and Technology Development Project of Henan Province(grant no.202300410048)the Intelligence Introduction Plan of Henan Province in 2021(CXJD2021008)+3 种基金the Postdoctoral Fund of China(grant no.FJ3050A0670111)the Henan University Fundthe Canada Research Chairs Supplement FundNew Frontiers in Research Fund(NFRF)。
文摘A photovoltaic technology historically goes through two major steps to evolve into a mature technology. The first step involves advances in materials and is usually accompanied by the rapid improvement of power conversion efficiency. The second step focuses on interfaces and is usually accompanied by significant stability improvement. As an emerging generation of photovoltaic technology, perovskite solar cells are transitioning to the second step of their development when a significant focus shifts toward interface studies and engineering. While various interface engineering strategies have been developed, interfacial characterization is crucial to show the effectiveness of interfacial modification. Here, we review the characterization techniques that have been utilized in studying interface properties in perovskite solar cells. We first summarize the main roles of interfaces in perovskite solar cells, and then we discuss some typical characterization methodologies for morphological, optical,and electrical studies of interfaces. Successful experiences and existing problems are analyzed when discussing some commonly used methods. We then analyze the challenges and provide an outlook for further development of interfacial characterizations. This review aims to evoke strengthened research devotion on novel and persuasive interfacial engineering.
文摘A simple creep testing method is presented which involves using coiled specimens. With this method, a single experiment can give all the data required for a plot of strain rate versus stress. The value of the stress-expo-nent of room temperature steady-state creep a Pb-61. 5wt %Sn solder was measured in this way to be 1. 06,aselected from a diffusion creep mechanism.
基金Projects(50471102,50671089) supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China
文摘In order to establish the quantitative relationship between equivalent strain and the performance index of the deformed material within the range of certain passes for equal channel angular processing （ECAP）, a new approach to characterize the equivalent strain was proposed. The results show that there exists better accordance between mechanical property （such as hardness or strength） and equivalent strain after rolling and ECAP in a certain range of deformation amount, and Gauss equation can be satisfied among the equivalent strain and the mechanical properties for ECAP. Through regression analysis on the data of hardness and strength after the deformation, a more generalized expression of equivalent strain for ECAP is proposed as：ε=k0exp[-（k1M-k2）^2], where M is the strength or hardness of the material, k1 is the modified coefficient （k1∈ （0, 1））, ko and k2 are two parameters dependent on the critical strain and mechanical property that reaches saturation state for the material, respectively. In this expression the equivalent strain for ECAP is characterized novelly through the mechanical parameter relating to material property rather than the classical geometry equation.
基金supported by the Natural Science Foundation of China(No.21174114)the Ministry of Education Plan for Yangtze River Scholar and Innovation Team Development(No.IRT1177)+2 种基金Scientific and Technical Plan Project of Gansu Province(No. 1204GKCA006)the Natural Science Foundation of Gansu Province (No.1010RJZA024)Scientific and Technical Innovation Project of Northwest Normal University(No.nwnu-kjcxgc-03-63)
文摘ZnO/graphene oxide（ZnO/GO） composite material,in which ZnO nanoparticles were densely coated on the GO nanosheets,was successfully prepared by an improved two-step method and characterized by IR, XRD,TEM,and UV-vis techniques.The improved photocatalytic property of the ZnO/GO composite material,evaluated by the photocatalytic degradation of methyl orange（MO） under UV irradiation,is ascribed to the intimate contact between ZnO and GO,the enhanced adsorption of MO,the quick electron transfer from excited ZnO particles to GO sheets and the activation of MO molecules viaπ-πinteraction between MO and GO.
文摘Validating a method of analysis goes through different steps, which aims at testing the normality of measurements distribution, estimating the uncertainty of the components of a measurement （i.e., accuracy and correctness）, and finally, define the control tests of non degradation of the method performances. This paper outlines the steps for validating a biological method of analysis. It involves the construction of an experimental design, a statistical model, and the preparation of an interne laboratory reference material （pilot vaccine）. The latter is used to study the impact of deviation and variation factors, in order to, optimize the analytical method, to evaluate the bias （random error）, and to calculate the uncertainty of measurement, and make the control charts. This method is applied in the titration of live viral vaccines of Gumboro disease on chicken＇s embryos fibroblasts. The experimental results show that potential influence factors related to the titration method had no significant influence on the obtained results. Taking into account these results, an operating mode has been elaborated. The finalized method proved to be faithful to standard deviation of repeatability and reproducibility of 0.21 and 0.22, respectively, with a confidence level of 95%. The calculated uncertainty of measurement is equal to 0.2, which represents the average error level of a titer. A homogeneous stock of interne laboratory reference vaccine （MRIL）, with an average titer of 5.9 log DIT 50, was produced and the control chart set in away to provide the laboratory with an important tool of control and monitoring of the viral titers evolution in time, as well as, the mastery of the validated titration method performances.
基金funded by the Research Committee of National Technical University of Athens
文摘In this paper we reported the preparation and extensive characterization of La9.83–x Sr x Si6O26＋δ（0≤x≤0.50） precursors, intermediate and final products. The sintering reactions, the phase formation, the structure as well as the powders＇ morphology were studied by means of thermogravimetric analysis, X-ray diffraction（XRD）, Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy（FTIR） and scanning electron microscopy（SEM）. Moreover, the effect of stoichiometry on precursor＇s structure and morphology as well as on intermediate and final products was reported. As was concluded pure La9.83Si6O26＋δ, La9.38Sr0.45Si6O26＋δ and La9.33Sr0.50Si6O26＋δ could be prepared after sintering at 1400 °C for 20 h while La9.68Sr0.15Si6O26＋δ and La9.53Sr0.30Si6O26＋δ compounds contained minor traces（〈3.5%） of La2Si2O7 secondary phase. Concerning the synthesis, there have been no previous reports on the preparation of pure La9.83Si6O26＋δ, La9.38Sr0.45Si6O26＋δ and La9.33Sr0.50Si6O26＋δ compounds. The final powders consisted of spherical particles and an increase of Sr content seemed to inhibit sintering phenomena. The existence of interstitial oxygen at intermediate crystallographic positions of apatite structure had great effect on Si O4 sub-structure distortion. The increase of Sr content led to a major reduction of interstitial oxygen quantity and the refutation of silicon tetrahedron distortion.
基金support by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.21307053)China Postdoctoral Science Foundation Funded Project(No.2013M541911)+1 种基金Promotive Research Fund for Excellent Young and Middle-Aged Scientists of Shandong Province(No.BS2013CL044)Natural Science Foundation of Ludong University(No.LY2011004)
文摘A series of novel ester-capped carbosilane dendrimers（G0-COOCH3–G2-COOCH3） were designed and successfully synthesized via a hybrid divergent–convergent method through a facile hydrosilylation reaction. The structures of these dendrimers were confirmed by FTIR,1H NMR, and HRMS analyses.
基金the Natural Science Foundation of China under NSFC Grant No. 21477073, 41273127 for support to conduct this research
文摘Atmospheric humic-like substances （HULIS） are not only an unresolved mixture of macro- organic compounds but also powerful chelating agents in atmospheric particulate matters （PMs）; impacting on both the properties of aerosol particles and health effects by generating reactive oxygen spedes （ROS）. Currently, the interests of HULIS are intensively shifting to the investigations of HULIS-metal synergic effects and kinetics modeling studies, as well as the development of HULIS quantification, findings of possible HULIS sources and generation of ROS from HULIS. In light of HULIS studies, we comprehensively review the current knowledge of isolation and physicochemical characterization of HULIS from atmospheric samples as well as HULIS properties （hygroscopic, surface activity, and colloidal） and possible sources of HULIS. This review mainly highlights the generation of reactive oxygen species （ROS） from PMs, HULIS and transition metals, especially iron. This review also summarized the mechanism of iron-organic complexation and recent findings of OH formation from HULIS-metal complexes. This review will be helpful to carry out the modeling studies that concern with HULIS-transition metals and for further studies in the generation of ROS from HULIS-metal complexes,
