Recently,thermal recovery technologies such as combustion have been studied for shale gas recovery.Thus,understanding of the microstructure of combusted shale is essential for evaluating the effects of thermal treatme...Recently,thermal recovery technologies such as combustion have been studied for shale gas recovery.Thus,understanding of the microstructure of combusted shale is essential for evaluating the effects of thermal treatment on shale gas transport capacity.In this study,the effect of combustion on shale microstructure changes was investigated.Firstly,different-sized shale samples were combusted at 450℃ for 30 min.Afterward,shale microstructure properties including surface topographies,porosity and permeability of the raw and combusted shale samples were measured and compared.It was found that the pore volume and specific surface area increased after combustion,especially for small pulverized samples.According to surface topography obtained from atomic force microscope,more rough surfaces were obtained for the combusted shale due to larger pores and generation of thermal fractures caused by the removal of organic matter.Based on the mercury intrusion porosimetry measurements,the porosity of the shale samples increased from 2.79% to 5.32% after combustion.In addition,the permeability was greatly improved from 0.0019 to 0.6759 mD,with the effective tortuosity decreased from 1075.40 to49.27.As a result,combustion treatment can significantly improve the gas transport capacity.展开更多
Sintering behavior of micron-sized combusted iron powder is studied in a packed bed reactor,at various temperatures under inert(nitrogen)and reducing(hydrogen)conditions.Compression tests are subsequently used to quan...Sintering behavior of micron-sized combusted iron powder is studied in a packed bed reactor,at various temperatures under inert(nitrogen)and reducing(hydrogen)conditions.Compression tests are subsequently used to quantify the degree of sintering.A sintering model,based on the formation of a solid bridge through solid state surface diffusion of iron atoms,matches the experimental results.Sintering of combusted iron occurs at temperatures≥575°C in both nitrogen and hydrogen atmospheres and increases exponentially with temperature.The observed decrease in reduction rate at high temperatures is not caused by the sintering process but by the formation of wüstite as an intermediate species,leading to the formation of a dense iron layer.Iron whiskers form at high temperatures(≥700°C)in combination with low reduction rates(≤25 vol%H2),leading to the production of sub-micron fines.展开更多
Electrically controlled solid propellant(ECSP)offers multiple ignition and adjustable burning rate,serving as fuel for next-generation intelligent propulsion systems.To further enhance the combustion performance of EC...Electrically controlled solid propellant(ECSP)offers multiple ignition and adjustable burning rate,serving as fuel for next-generation intelligent propulsion systems.To further enhance the combustion performance of ECSP,a method utilizing electrochemical and thermal decomposition catalysts has been proposed.In this work,we investigated the combustion characteristics of hydroxylamine nitrate(HAN)-based ECSP incorporating cerium oxide(CeO_(2))and graphene oxide(GO)by using an electrically controlled combustion test system.Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy(EIS)and linear sweep voltammetry(LSV)were used to measure the electrical conductibility and overpotential of ECSP with various additives,and Tafel curves were calculated.Thermogravimetric analysis coupled with differential scanning calorimetry(TG-DSC)was employed to investigate the thermal decomposition behavior of ECSP.While the addition of CeO_(2) and GO reduced the conductivity of ECSP,both catalysts exhibited strong electrocatalytic properties and facilitated the thermal decomposition of ECSP.Between two catalysts,GO demonstrated superior electrochemical catalytic performance but weaker thermal decomposition catalytic ability than CeO_(2).The addition of catalysts significantly enhanced the combustion performance of HAN-based ECSP.Specifically,the ignition delay time was shortened by 10%~20%.CeO_(2) raised the burning rate by approximately 20%but GO exhibited a remarkable boost of 40%in burning rate at high voltage.The combination of GO and PVA produced a flame-retardant substance that negatively impacted the ignition delay of ECSP and resulted in a smaller increase in the burning rate of ECSP at low ignition voltages.展开更多
This study investigates the performance boundaries of ramjet and scramjet engines fueled by boronbased propellant through full-scale engine modeling and three-dimensional computational fluid dynamics simulations.Resul...This study investigates the performance boundaries of ramjet and scramjet engines fueled by boronbased propellant through full-scale engine modeling and three-dimensional computational fluid dynamics simulations.Results show that the performance boundary between ramjets and scramjets occurs near Mach 7.Specifically,at Mach 6,the ramjet exhibits a 1290 m/s higher specific impulse than the scramjet;however,at Mach 7,their performance becomes comparable.The ramjet's higher static temperature promotes boron particle vaporization and B_(2)O_(2) dissociation,limiting the total temperature increase,unlike in scramjets.The boron vapor mass fraction significantly impacts this temperature difference,with ramjets exhibiting values 8.5 and 3.9 times higher than scramjets at Mach 6 and Mach 7,respectively.Despite lower total temperatures,ramjets achieve more efficient boron combustion due to the combined effects of higher pressures and longer particle residence times.These findings offer valuable insights for engine designers in selecting ramjet or scramjet configurations for boron-fueled propulsion systems.展开更多
Coal cinder is an abundant byproduct of the extensive consumption of coal in industrial production and daily life.Making full use of the cinder is conducive to a low-carbon economy.In this study,inspired by the burnin...Coal cinder is an abundant byproduct of the extensive consumption of coal in industrial production and daily life.Making full use of the cinder is conducive to a low-carbon economy.In this study,inspired by the burning of coal,a new method for constructing a silica-based composite porous material(SiO_(2)-CPM)was developed by combusting a siloxane-modified anthracite coal gel(CSiO_(2) gel).During this process,the combustion product was directly converted into a porous material,and the calorific value of the coal remained nearly unchanged(~98%of the original calorific value was retained),demonstrating the viability of this method for energy-efficient applications.The SiO_(2)-CPM exhibited an ultra-low thermal conductivity(0.036 W/(m·K)at room temperature),outperforming conventional insulation materials(e.g.,cotton~0.05 W/(m·K)).Additionally,it showed enhanced mechanical strength(fracture stress of 41.8 kPa)compared to the powder state of the coal cinder.Experimental results indicate that the amount of siloxane,structure-directing agent,and an acidic environment were critical for mechanical enhancement.The SiO_(2)-CPM showed good dimensional stability against thermal expansion and exhibited excellent thermal insulation and fire resistance even at 900℃.Meanwhile,the SiO_(2)-CPM with complex geometry could be easily fabricated using this method owing to the excellent shaping ability of the CSiO_(2) gel.Compared to conventional methods such as sol-gel synthesis or freeze-drying,this approach for fabricating SiO_(2)-CPM is simpler and cost-effective and allows the direct utilization of coal cinder post-combustion.展开更多
Boron has attracted increasing attention in the field of high-energy explosives and propellants due to its high volume calorific value and mass calorific value.However,the complicated combustion process and low combus...Boron has attracted increasing attention in the field of high-energy explosives and propellants due to its high volume calorific value and mass calorific value.However,the complicated combustion process and low combustion efficiency hinder its wide application.To tackle this challenge,bioinspired polydopamine(PDA)interface reinforced boron-Viton composites,with high structure stability and excellent energy releasing efficiency,are designed and prepared,combining the interface regulation of PDA biomimetic materials and combustion promotion of fluoropolymers.Firstly,the stronger adsorption energy of PDA with boron compared to Viton is demonstrated by molecular dynamics simulations.Next,B@PDA@Viton is prepared by the combination of in-situ dopamine polymerization and solvent/nonsolvent method,and the double-layer core-shell structure is confirmed by XPS,FTIR,and TEM characterizations.TG-DSC analysis shows that B@PDA@Viton possesses superior thermal properties,with a 55.48%increase in oxidation heat compared to raw B.Furthermore,ignition and combustion performance tests indicate that B@PDA@Viton reduces ignition delay by 57.56%and increases heat of combustion by 68.63%relative to raw B.These findings elucidate the ignition and combustion mechanisms of B@PDA@Viton.This work not only developed high-performance boron-based composite fuels but also provided insights into the development of boron-based fuels.展开更多
Maintaining the structural integrity of parallel natural gas pipelines during leakage-induced jet fires remains a critical engineering challenge.Existing methods often fail to account for the complex interactions amon...Maintaining the structural integrity of parallel natural gas pipelines during leakage-induced jet fires remains a critical engineering challenge.Existing methods often fail to account for the complex interactions among heat transfer,material behavior,and pipeline geometry,which can lead to overly simplified and potentially unsafe assessments.To address these limitations,this study develops a multiphysics approach that integrates small-orifice leakage theory with detailed thermo-fluid-structural simulations.The proposed framework contributes to a more accurate failure analysis through three main components:(1)coupled modeling that tracks transient heat flow and stress development as fire conditions evolve;(2)risk assessment incorporating spatial layout,material property changes with temperature,and operational limits;and(3)sensitivity analysis to identify key design factors that influence structural performance under high thermal loads.Simulation results demonstrate that thermal radiation from neighboring jet fires significantly accelerates material degradation,with inter-pipeline spacing emerging as a critical determinant of structural response.Notably,increasing the spacing between pipelines reduces thermal interaction and mechanical stress transfer.As a result,systems with optimized spacing exhibit markedly lower deformation than conventional configurations.These findings provide a foundation for re-evaluating pipeline layout strategies and strengthening safety protocols,particularly in high-risk environments where fire exposure can severely compromise structural reliability.The proposed approach offers actionable guidance for engineers and policymakers seeking to enhance the resilience of pipeline infrastructure under extreme thermal conditions.展开更多
This paper investigates the reliability of internal marine combustion engines using an integrated approach that combines Fault Tree Analysis(FTA)and Bayesian Networks(BN).FTA provides a structured,top-down method for ...This paper investigates the reliability of internal marine combustion engines using an integrated approach that combines Fault Tree Analysis(FTA)and Bayesian Networks(BN).FTA provides a structured,top-down method for identifying critical failure modes and their root causes,while BN introduces flexibility in probabilistic reasoning,enabling dynamic updates based on new evidence.This dual methodology overcomes the limitations of static FTA models,offering a comprehensive framework for system reliability analysis.Critical failures,including External Leakage(ELU),Failure to Start(FTS),and Overheating(OHE),were identified as key risks.By incorporating redundancy into high-risk components such as pumps and batteries,the likelihood of these failures was significantly reduced.For instance,redundant pumps reduced the probability of ELU by 31.88%,while additional batteries decreased the occurrence of FTS by 36.45%.The results underscore the practical benefits of combining FTA and BN for enhancing system reliability,particularly in maritime applications where operational safety and efficiency are critical.This research provides valuable insights for maintenance planning and highlights the importance of redundancy in critical systems,especially as the industry transitions toward more autonomous vessels.展开更多
Al/NH_(4)CoF_(3)-Φ(Φ=0.5,1.0,1.5,2.0,and 3.0)binary composites and Al-NH_(4)CoF_(3)@P(VDF-HFP)ternary composites are fabricated via ultrasonication-assisted blending and electrostatic spraying.The effect of equivale...Al/NH_(4)CoF_(3)-Φ(Φ=0.5,1.0,1.5,2.0,and 3.0)binary composites and Al-NH_(4)CoF_(3)@P(VDF-HFP)ternary composites are fabricated via ultrasonication-assisted blending and electrostatic spraying.The effect of equivalence ratio(Φ)on the reaction properties is systematically investigated in the binary Al/NH_(4)CoF_(3)system.For ternary systems,electrostatic spraying allows both components to be efficiently encapsulated by P(VDF-HFP)and to achieve structural stabilization and enhanced reactivity through synergistic interfacial interactions.Morphological analysis using SEM/TEM revealed that P(VDF-HFP)formed a protective layer on Al and NH_(4)CoF_(3)particles,improving dispersion,hydrophobicity(water contact angle increased by 80.5%compared to physically mixed composites),and corrosion resistance.Thermal decomposition of NH_(4)CoF_(3)occurred at 265℃,releasing NH_(3)and HF,which triggered exothermic reactions with Al.The ternary composites exhibited a narrowed main reaction temperature range and concentrated heat release,attributed to improved interfacial contact and polymer decomposition.Combustion tests demonstrated that Al-NH_(4)CoF_(3)@P(VDF-HFP)achieved self-sustaining combustion.In addition,a simple validation was done by replacing the Al component in the aluminium-containing propellant,demonstrating its potential application in the propellant field.This work establishes a novel strategy for designing stable,high-energy composites with potential applications in advanced propulsion systems.展开更多
Early prevention and control of coal spontaneous combustion have emerged as a critical research area in coal mine safety.Due to their sustainability and environmental friendliness,microorganisms have gained attention....Early prevention and control of coal spontaneous combustion have emerged as a critical research area in coal mine safety.Due to their sustainability and environmental friendliness,microorganisms have gained attention.A filamentous fungus was collected in the coal mine and identified as Absidia spinosa.Results indicated that the mycelium effectively covered and repaired many coal pores.The oxygen consumption ratio of A.spinosa was higher in coal-containing environments than in coal-free conditions.The fungus significantly impacted aliphatic functional groups,disrupting bridging bonds and side chains connected to aromatic structures and reducing the relative content of C—O bonds.Additionally,A.spinosa increases the ignition temperature by 25.34℃.The total heat release was decreased by approximately 32.58%,and the activation energies were increased.The genome of Absidia spinosa revealed genes related to oxygen consumption,small molecule degradation,and secretion of metabolic products,such as those annotated under GO ID:0140657,etc.The pathways involved in the degradation of small organic molecules(e.g.,ko00626,etc.),carbon fixation,and nitrogen cycling,all linked to coal decomposition.Through oxygen consumption and the alteration of coal-active structures,A.spinosa effectively inhibits CSC,providing an experimental basis for exploring eco-friendly biological control methods in the goaf.展开更多
The presence of a surface oxide film(B_(2)O_(3))on boron(B)particles significantly compromises their combustion efficiency and kinetic performance in fuel-rich solid propellants.This study proposes an innovative conti...The presence of a surface oxide film(B_(2)O_(3))on boron(B)particles significantly compromises their combustion efficiency and kinetic performance in fuel-rich solid propellants.This study proposes an innovative continuous modification strategy combining non-thermal plasma(NTP)etching with fluorocarbon passivation.Characterization and kinetic analysis revealed that reactive plasma species—including atomic hydrogen(H),electronically excited molecular hydrogen(H_(2)^(*)),vibrationally excited molecular hydrogen(H_(2)v),and hydrogen ions(H^(+))—dominate the reduction of B_(2)O_(3)through lowering the transition energy barrier and shifting the reaction spontaneity.Subsequent argon plasma fragmentation of C_(8)F_(18)generates fluorocarbon radicals that form conformal passivation coatings(thickness:7 nm)on purified boron surfaces.The modified boron particles exhibit 37.5℃lower exothermic peak temperature and 27.2%higher heat release(14.8 kJ/g vs.11.6 kJ/g)compared to untreated counterparts.Combustion diagnostics reveal 194%increase in maximum flame height(135.10 mm vs.46.03 mm)and 134%enhancement in flame propagation rate(4.44 cm/s vs.1.90 cm/s).This NTP-based surface engineering approach establishes a scalable pathway for developing highperformance boron-based energetic composites.展开更多
Arid and semi-arid ecosystems are prone to extensive fires due to specific climatic conditions,sparse vegetation cover,and high density of fine fuels.Understanding the flammability characteristics of land covers is es...Arid and semi-arid ecosystems are prone to extensive fires due to specific climatic conditions,sparse vegetation cover,and high density of fine fuels.Understanding the flammability characteristics of land covers is essential for fire management and designing land restoration programs in arid and semi-arid ecosystems.This study provided a new approach to evaluate the flammability of shrublands and woodlands using flammability indices(FIs)including time to ignition(TI),duration of combustion(DC),and flame height(FH)of plant species and their relative frequencies in the Dalfard Basin of southeastern Iran.The results showed that there was a significant difference in FIs between land covers.Shrublands had higher flammability potential compared with woodlands.Plant moisture content had a negative relationship with TI(P<0.010)and no significant relationship with DC and FH(P>0.050).Artemisia spp.,Astragalus gossypinus Fischer,Amygdalus scoparia Spach,and Cymbopogon jwarancusa(Jones)Schult.had the highest FI.Tree species such as Rhazya stricta Decne.,and Pistacia atlantica Desf.showed greater resistance to fire.Using principal component analysis,the relationship between species and FIs was examined,and TI of wet fuel was the most important FI in relation to species.Structural equation model showed that life form(P<0.001)was the most important flammability driver.Precipitation(P<0.010)and legume species(P<0.010)were significantly related to the flammability in arid land.This study emphasizes the importance of managing high-risk species and using resistant species in vegetation restoration and shows that combining species FIs with their abundance is an effective tool for assessing fire risk and fuel management at the plant community scale.展开更多
A surface pyrolysis and gas-phase combustion of the Ammonium Perchlorate(AP)/Hydroxy Terminated Polybutadiene(HTPB)composite propellant reaction kinetic mechanism with five-step chemical reaction is adopted.The effect...A surface pyrolysis and gas-phase combustion of the Ammonium Perchlorate(AP)/Hydroxy Terminated Polybutadiene(HTPB)composite propellant reaction kinetic mechanism with five-step chemical reaction is adopted.The effects of helium injection on the burning rate and combustion of AP/HTPB propellant are analyzed in details,and the characteristics of motor performance are obtained.The numerical simulation results demonstrate that helium injection enhances the combustion chamber pressure,thereby increasing the burning rate of propellant.However,the primary combustion reaction of the AP/HTPB propellant takes place within a thin layer on the burning surface,so the low-temperature helium has minimal impact on the gasphase combustion.Ultimately,the helium not only elevates the nozzle exit velocity,resulting in specific impulse gain,but also reduces the exhaust plume temperature.With an increase of helium mass flow rate,the area of the velocity increase zone at the nozzle exit continuously decreases,but the average velocity in the motor exit continuously increases.Overall,when the helium flow rate is 2.5 kg/s,the specific impulse can reach 10.5%.Reducing the helium injection hole diameter enhances mixing of helium and combustion gas and expands the velocity increase zone,thereby maximizing the exit velocity gain in average velocity at the nozzle exit.When the injection hole diameter is reduced from 100 mm to 20 mm,the specific impulse gain increases from 3.1%to 10.6%.Furthermore,increasing helium injection temperature greatly boosts the velocity of the mixed gas with the same helium mass fraction ultimately improving specific impulse.展开更多
In composite solid propellants with high aluminum(Al)content and low burning rate,incomplete combustion of the Al powder may occur.In this study,varying lithium(Li)content in Al-Li alloy powder was utilized instead of...In composite solid propellants with high aluminum(Al)content and low burning rate,incomplete combustion of the Al powder may occur.In this study,varying lithium(Li)content in Al-Li alloy powder was utilized instead of pure aluminum particles to mitigate agglomeration and enhance the combustion efficiency of solid propellants(Combustion efficiency herein refers to the completeness of metallic fuel oxidation,quantified as the ratio of actual-to-theoretical energy released during combustion)with high Al content and low burning rates.The impact of Al-Li alloy with different Li contents on combustion and agglomeration of solid propellant was investigated using explosion heat,combustion heat,differential thermal analysis(DTA),thermos-gravimetric analysis(TG),dynamic high-pressure combustion test,ignition experiment of small solid rocket motor(SRM)tests,condensation combustion product collection,and X-ray diffraction techniques(XRD).Compared with pure Al,Al-Li alloys exhibit higher combustion heat,which contributes to improved combustion efficiency in Al-Li alloy-containing propellants.DTA and TG analyses demonstrated higher reactivity and lower ignition temperatures for Al-Li alloys.High-pressure combustion experiments at 5 MPa showed that Al-Li alloy fuel significantly decreases combustion agglomeration.The results from theφ75 mm andφ165 mm SRM and XRD tests further support this finding.This study provides novel insights into the combustion and agglomeration behaviors of high-Al,low-burning-rate composite solid propellants and supports the potential application of Al-Li alloys in advanced propellant formulations.展开更多
This study aims to reveal the influence of Local Momentum Ratio(LMR)on the combustion efficiency of an LOX/GCH4 pintle injector from the perspective of spray characteristics.Hot fire tests were conducted to establish ...This study aims to reveal the influence of Local Momentum Ratio(LMR)on the combustion efficiency of an LOX/GCH4 pintle injector from the perspective of spray characteristics.Hot fire tests were conducted to establish the relationship between combustion efficiency and LMR.The spray characteristics for different LMRs were simulated by the validated volume of fluid-to-discrete phase model method,taking into account the combustion chamber wall confinement.Subsequently,the difference in combustion efficiency was analyzed by comparing the spray simulation results of backpressure conditions similar to hot fire tests.The results indicate that combustion efficiency increased initially(LMR=1.12-1.64)and then decreased(LMR>1.64).Quantitative analysis revealed a linear correlation(R^(2)=0.95)between LMR and combustion efficiency within 1.12<LMR<1.64.As the LMR increased,the improvement in combustion efficiency was attributed to a wider spray distribution range and smaller droplet sizes.The area of the mantle recirculation zone that is detrimental to combustion decreased by approximately 38%,and the droplet size reduced from 37 to 16μm.This effectively enhanced both the mixing of the propellant and the evaporation process.When the LMR exceeded the critical value(1.64 in this study),the impingement of liquid oxygen on the combustion chamber wall was confirmed via overheating discoloration marks on the inner surface of combustion chamber's cylindrical section.The impingement of liquid oxygen on the combustion chamber wall increased the transport of liquid oxygen to the wall,directly reducing the mixing quality and combustion efficiency.The outcomes of this study provide the practical guidance for design and improvement in combustion efficiency of the pintle injector thrust chamber.展开更多
The thermal decomposition characteristic of ammonium perchlorate(AP)represents a critical factor in determining the performance of solid propellants,which has aroused significant interest on the structure and performa...The thermal decomposition characteristic of ammonium perchlorate(AP)represents a critical factor in determining the performance of solid propellants,which has aroused significant interest on the structure and performance improvement of kinds of catalysts.In this study,bimetallic metal-organic frameworks(MOFs),such as CuCo-BTC(BTC=1,3,5-Benzenetricarboxylic acid,H_(3)BTC),CuNi-BTC,and CoNi-BTC,were synthesized by solvothermal(ST)and spray-drying(SD)methods,and then calcined at 400℃for 2 h to form metal oxides.The catalysts as well as their catalytic effects for AP decomposition were characterized by FTIR,XRD,SEM,XPS,TG,DSC,TG-IR,EIS,CV,and LSV.It was found that the rapid coordination of metal ions with ligands during spray drying may lead to catalytic structural defects,promoting the exposure of reactive active sites and increasing the catalytic active region.The results showed that the addition of 2 wt%binary transition metal oxides(BTMOs)as catalysts significantly reduced the high-temperature decomposition(HTD)temperature of AP and enhanced its heat release.Of particular significance is the observation that SD-CoNiO_(x),prepared by spray-drying,reduced the decomposition temperature of AP from 413.26℃(pure AP)to 306℃and enhanced the heat release from 256.79 J/g(pure AP)to 1496.82 J/g,while concomitantly reducing the activation energy by 42%.By analysing the gaseous products during the decomposition of AP+SD-CoNiO_(x)and AP+ST-CoNiO_(x),it was found that SD-CoNiO_(x)could significantly increase the content of high-valent nitrogen oxides during the AP decomposition reaction,which indicates that the BTMOs prepared by spray-drying in the reaction system are more conducive to accelerating the electron transfer in the thermal decomposition process of AP,and can provide a high concentration of reactive oxygen species that oxidize AP to high-valent nitrogen oxide-containing compounds.The present study shows that the structure selectivity of the spray-drying technique influences surfactant molecular arrangement on catalyst surfaces,resulting in their ability to promote higher electron transfer during the catalytic process.Therefore,BTMOs prepared by spray drying method have higher potential for application.展开更多
Arsenic(As)contamination in paddy soils has posed a prominent threat to rice production in Asia.Recycling of silicon(Si)from Si-rich combusted rice husk(CRH)could serve as a sustainable strategy to mitigate rice As up...Arsenic(As)contamination in paddy soils has posed a prominent threat to rice production in Asia.Recycling of silicon(Si)from Si-rich combusted rice husk(CRH)could serve as a sustainable strategy to mitigate rice As uptake through their shared transport pathway.Root(soil)application of CRH alone,however,was insufficient to decrease inorganic As(iAs)in polished rice below Chinese food standards(0.2 mg kg^(-1)).In this study,an aqueous Si solution derived from CRH was used for synergistic foliar application over the highest Si-demanding stage(reproductive stage)of rice,following root application of Si,to investigate rice As uptake in both pot and field experiments.In the pot experiment,on the basis of root application of CRH,Si supplementation before the reproductive stage of rice led to a 51%decrease in As concentration on root surface along with a prominent reduction of Fe plaque due to enhanced root suberization,relative to single root application of CRH treatment.In parallel,the expression of OsLis6 gene in the root was downregulated by 91%than that with only root application of CRH.These changes decreased As influx into root by 56%and led correspondingly to 41%lower As transfer to the straw,as compared with root application of CRH treatment.In node I,the expression of OsLis6 decreased concurrently by 71%,leading ultimately to 28%lower iAs accumulation in grains than that with root application of CRH alone.In the field experiment,with single foliar Si,the mitigation of grain iAs occurred only at lower soil As level of 40 mg kg^(-1),while promoted iAs unloading into grains was determined under higher soil As level(80 mg kg^(-1))relative to the control without Si application.It was,therefore,concluded that the mitigation of grain iAs accumulation with soil application of CRH can be strengthened critically by synergistic supply of foliar Si,serving as a more reliable pathway to secure rice production in As-contaminated paddy fields.展开更多
Combustion dynamics are a critical factor in determining the performance and reliabilityof a chemical propulsion engine.The underlying processes include liquid atomization,evaporation,mixing,and chemical reactions.Thi...Combustion dynamics are a critical factor in determining the performance and reliabilityof a chemical propulsion engine.The underlying processes include liquid atomization,evaporation,mixing,and chemical reactions.This paper presents a high-fidelity numerical study of liquidatomization and spray combustion under high-pressure conditions,emphasizing the effects of pres-sure oscillations on the flow evolution and combustion dynamics.The theoretical framework isbased on the three-dimensional conservation equations for multiphase flows and turbulent combus-tion.The numerical solution is achieved using a coupling method of volume-of-fluid and Lagran-gian particle tracking.The Zhuang-Kadota-Sutton(ZKS)high-pressure evaporation model andthe eddy breakup-Arrhenius combustion model are employed.Simulations are conducted for amodel combustion chamber with impinging-jet injectors using liquid oxygen and kerosene as pro-pellants.Both conditions with and without inlet and outlet pressure oscillations are considered.Thefindings reveal that pressure oscillations amplify flow fluctuations and can be characterized usingkey physical parameters such as droplet evaporation,chemical reaction,and chamber pressure.The spectral analysis uncovers the axial variations of the dominant and secondary frequenciesand their amplitudes in terms of the characteristic physical quantities.This research helps establisha methodology for exploring the coupling effect of liquid atomization and spray combustion.It alsoprovides practical insights into their responses to pressure oscillations during the occurrence ofcombustion instability.This information can be used to enhance the design and operation ofliquid-fueled propulsion engines.展开更多
As the bed depth increases,sintering yield increases,but the productivity decreases.To reveal the reasons for the decrease in productivity and explore targeted solutions,the bed resistance of mixtures,wet zone,and com...As the bed depth increases,sintering yield increases,but the productivity decreases.To reveal the reasons for the decrease in productivity and explore targeted solutions,the bed resistance of mixtures,wet zone,and combustion zone was analyzed in the laboratory.The results showed that the decreased porosity of mixture resulted in the increased bed resistance by 160.56%when the bed depth increased from 600 to 1000 mm.After improving porosity of 1%by adding loosening bars with optimized size and distribution,the bed resistance decreased,and the productivity increased by 5%.The increase in bed depth increased the thickness of the wet zone from 120 to 680 mm and the resistance from 1.56 to 8.83 kPa.By using a three-stage intensive mixer and pre-adding water for granulation,the moisture of mixture was reduced by 0.6%,and the sintering productivity increased by 4%.Besides,the high bed resistance is mainly caused by the increase in the thickness of the combustion zone from 31.9 to 132.7 mm,and the bed resistance increased from 0.70 to 5.62 kPa.The bed resistance of the combustion zone at 900 mm was increased by 90.51%compared to 700 mm.After optimization of the distribution of coke breeze,the thickness of combustion zone at the lower layer decreased from 132.7 to 106.84 mm and permeability improved significantly.展开更多
Coal power plants annually generate quantities of byproducts that release environmentally hazardous heavy metals like Cd and Pb.Understanding the behavior and spatiotemporal impacts on soils of these releases is cruci...Coal power plants annually generate quantities of byproducts that release environmentally hazardous heavy metals like Cd and Pb.Understanding the behavior and spatiotemporal impacts on soils of these releases is crucial for pollution control.This study investigated the concentrations and isotope ratios of Cd/Pb in combustion byproducts,depositions and soils collected froma coal-fired power plant or its surrounding area.The pulverized fuel ash(PFA)and desulfurized gypsum(DG)exhibited heavier Cd isotopes withΔ^(114)Cd values of 0.304‰and 0.269‰,respectively,while bottom ash(BA)showed lighter Cd isotopes(Δ^(114)CdBA-coal=–0.078‰),compared to feed coal.We proposed a two-stage condensation process that governs the distribution of Cd/Pb,including accumulation on PFA and DG within electrostatic precipitators and desulfurization unit,as well as condensation onto fine particles upon release from the stack.Emissions from combustion and large-scale transport make a significant contribution to deposition,while the dispersion of Cd/Pb in deposition is primarily influenced by the prevailing wind patterns.However,the distribution of Cd/Pb in soils not only exhibit predominant wind control but is also potentially influenced by the resuspension of long-term storage byproducts.The power plant significantly contributes to soil in the NW–N–NE directions,even at a considerable distance(66%–79%),demonstrating its pervasive impact on remote regions along these orientations.Additionally,based on the vertical behavior in the profile,we have identified that Cd tends to migrate downward through leaching,while variations in Pb respond to the historical progression of dust removal.展开更多
基金financial support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant No. 51776132)the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province (Grant No. BK20181170)。
文摘Recently,thermal recovery technologies such as combustion have been studied for shale gas recovery.Thus,understanding of the microstructure of combusted shale is essential for evaluating the effects of thermal treatment on shale gas transport capacity.In this study,the effect of combustion on shale microstructure changes was investigated.Firstly,different-sized shale samples were combusted at 450℃ for 30 min.Afterward,shale microstructure properties including surface topographies,porosity and permeability of the raw and combusted shale samples were measured and compared.It was found that the pore volume and specific surface area increased after combustion,especially for small pulverized samples.According to surface topography obtained from atomic force microscope,more rough surfaces were obtained for the combusted shale due to larger pores and generation of thermal fractures caused by the removal of organic matter.Based on the mercury intrusion porosimetry measurements,the porosity of the shale samples increased from 2.79% to 5.32% after combustion.In addition,the permeability was greatly improved from 0.0019 to 0.6759 mD,with the effective tortuosity decreased from 1075.40 to49.27.As a result,combustion treatment can significantly improve the gas transport capacity.
文摘Sintering behavior of micron-sized combusted iron powder is studied in a packed bed reactor,at various temperatures under inert(nitrogen)and reducing(hydrogen)conditions.Compression tests are subsequently used to quantify the degree of sintering.A sintering model,based on the formation of a solid bridge through solid state surface diffusion of iron atoms,matches the experimental results.Sintering of combusted iron occurs at temperatures≥575°C in both nitrogen and hydrogen atmospheres and increases exponentially with temperature.The observed decrease in reduction rate at high temperatures is not caused by the sintering process but by the formation of wüstite as an intermediate species,leading to the formation of a dense iron layer.Iron whiskers form at high temperatures(≥700°C)in combination with low reduction rates(≤25 vol%H2),leading to the production of sub-micron fines.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.12074187).
文摘Electrically controlled solid propellant(ECSP)offers multiple ignition and adjustable burning rate,serving as fuel for next-generation intelligent propulsion systems.To further enhance the combustion performance of ECSP,a method utilizing electrochemical and thermal decomposition catalysts has been proposed.In this work,we investigated the combustion characteristics of hydroxylamine nitrate(HAN)-based ECSP incorporating cerium oxide(CeO_(2))and graphene oxide(GO)by using an electrically controlled combustion test system.Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy(EIS)and linear sweep voltammetry(LSV)were used to measure the electrical conductibility and overpotential of ECSP with various additives,and Tafel curves were calculated.Thermogravimetric analysis coupled with differential scanning calorimetry(TG-DSC)was employed to investigate the thermal decomposition behavior of ECSP.While the addition of CeO_(2) and GO reduced the conductivity of ECSP,both catalysts exhibited strong electrocatalytic properties and facilitated the thermal decomposition of ECSP.Between two catalysts,GO demonstrated superior electrochemical catalytic performance but weaker thermal decomposition catalytic ability than CeO_(2).The addition of catalysts significantly enhanced the combustion performance of HAN-based ECSP.Specifically,the ignition delay time was shortened by 10%~20%.CeO_(2) raised the burning rate by approximately 20%but GO exhibited a remarkable boost of 40%in burning rate at high voltage.The combination of GO and PVA produced a flame-retardant substance that negatively impacted the ignition delay of ECSP and resulted in a smaller increase in the burning rate of ECSP at low ignition voltages.
基金funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.U21B2086)。
文摘This study investigates the performance boundaries of ramjet and scramjet engines fueled by boronbased propellant through full-scale engine modeling and three-dimensional computational fluid dynamics simulations.Results show that the performance boundary between ramjets and scramjets occurs near Mach 7.Specifically,at Mach 6,the ramjet exhibits a 1290 m/s higher specific impulse than the scramjet;however,at Mach 7,their performance becomes comparable.The ramjet's higher static temperature promotes boron particle vaporization and B_(2)O_(2) dissociation,limiting the total temperature increase,unlike in scramjets.The boron vapor mass fraction significantly impacts this temperature difference,with ramjets exhibiting values 8.5 and 3.9 times higher than scramjets at Mach 6 and Mach 7,respectively.Despite lower total temperatures,ramjets achieve more efficient boron combustion due to the combined effects of higher pressures and longer particle residence times.These findings offer valuable insights for engine designers in selecting ramjet or scramjet configurations for boron-fueled propulsion systems.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52573220)the National Key R&D Program of China(No.2023YFC3404201)+1 种基金the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(No.FRF-IDRY-GD24-005)the State Key Laboratory of Solid Waste Reuse for Building Materials(No.SWR-2022-009).
文摘Coal cinder is an abundant byproduct of the extensive consumption of coal in industrial production and daily life.Making full use of the cinder is conducive to a low-carbon economy.In this study,inspired by the burning of coal,a new method for constructing a silica-based composite porous material(SiO_(2)-CPM)was developed by combusting a siloxane-modified anthracite coal gel(CSiO_(2) gel).During this process,the combustion product was directly converted into a porous material,and the calorific value of the coal remained nearly unchanged(~98%of the original calorific value was retained),demonstrating the viability of this method for energy-efficient applications.The SiO_(2)-CPM exhibited an ultra-low thermal conductivity(0.036 W/(m·K)at room temperature),outperforming conventional insulation materials(e.g.,cotton~0.05 W/(m·K)).Additionally,it showed enhanced mechanical strength(fracture stress of 41.8 kPa)compared to the powder state of the coal cinder.Experimental results indicate that the amount of siloxane,structure-directing agent,and an acidic environment were critical for mechanical enhancement.The SiO_(2)-CPM showed good dimensional stability against thermal expansion and exhibited excellent thermal insulation and fire resistance even at 900℃.Meanwhile,the SiO_(2)-CPM with complex geometry could be easily fabricated using this method owing to the excellent shaping ability of the CSiO_(2) gel.Compared to conventional methods such as sol-gel synthesis or freeze-drying,this approach for fabricating SiO_(2)-CPM is simpler and cost-effective and allows the direct utilization of coal cinder post-combustion.
基金funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China,Grant No.22405208。
文摘Boron has attracted increasing attention in the field of high-energy explosives and propellants due to its high volume calorific value and mass calorific value.However,the complicated combustion process and low combustion efficiency hinder its wide application.To tackle this challenge,bioinspired polydopamine(PDA)interface reinforced boron-Viton composites,with high structure stability and excellent energy releasing efficiency,are designed and prepared,combining the interface regulation of PDA biomimetic materials and combustion promotion of fluoropolymers.Firstly,the stronger adsorption energy of PDA with boron compared to Viton is demonstrated by molecular dynamics simulations.Next,B@PDA@Viton is prepared by the combination of in-situ dopamine polymerization and solvent/nonsolvent method,and the double-layer core-shell structure is confirmed by XPS,FTIR,and TEM characterizations.TG-DSC analysis shows that B@PDA@Viton possesses superior thermal properties,with a 55.48%increase in oxidation heat compared to raw B.Furthermore,ignition and combustion performance tests indicate that B@PDA@Viton reduces ignition delay by 57.56%and increases heat of combustion by 68.63%relative to raw B.These findings elucidate the ignition and combustion mechanisms of B@PDA@Viton.This work not only developed high-performance boron-based composite fuels but also provided insights into the development of boron-based fuels.
文摘Maintaining the structural integrity of parallel natural gas pipelines during leakage-induced jet fires remains a critical engineering challenge.Existing methods often fail to account for the complex interactions among heat transfer,material behavior,and pipeline geometry,which can lead to overly simplified and potentially unsafe assessments.To address these limitations,this study develops a multiphysics approach that integrates small-orifice leakage theory with detailed thermo-fluid-structural simulations.The proposed framework contributes to a more accurate failure analysis through three main components:(1)coupled modeling that tracks transient heat flow and stress development as fire conditions evolve;(2)risk assessment incorporating spatial layout,material property changes with temperature,and operational limits;and(3)sensitivity analysis to identify key design factors that influence structural performance under high thermal loads.Simulation results demonstrate that thermal radiation from neighboring jet fires significantly accelerates material degradation,with inter-pipeline spacing emerging as a critical determinant of structural response.Notably,increasing the spacing between pipelines reduces thermal interaction and mechanical stress transfer.As a result,systems with optimized spacing exhibit markedly lower deformation than conventional configurations.These findings provide a foundation for re-evaluating pipeline layout strategies and strengthening safety protocols,particularly in high-risk environments where fire exposure can severely compromise structural reliability.The proposed approach offers actionable guidance for engineers and policymakers seeking to enhance the resilience of pipeline infrastructure under extreme thermal conditions.
基金supported by Istanbul Technical University(Project No.45698)supported through the“Young Researchers’Career Development Project-training of doctoral students”of the Croatian Science Foundation.
文摘This paper investigates the reliability of internal marine combustion engines using an integrated approach that combines Fault Tree Analysis(FTA)and Bayesian Networks(BN).FTA provides a structured,top-down method for identifying critical failure modes and their root causes,while BN introduces flexibility in probabilistic reasoning,enabling dynamic updates based on new evidence.This dual methodology overcomes the limitations of static FTA models,offering a comprehensive framework for system reliability analysis.Critical failures,including External Leakage(ELU),Failure to Start(FTS),and Overheating(OHE),were identified as key risks.By incorporating redundancy into high-risk components such as pumps and batteries,the likelihood of these failures was significantly reduced.For instance,redundant pumps reduced the probability of ELU by 31.88%,while additional batteries decreased the occurrence of FTS by 36.45%.The results underscore the practical benefits of combining FTA and BN for enhancing system reliability,particularly in maritime applications where operational safety and efficiency are critical.This research provides valuable insights for maintenance planning and highlights the importance of redundancy in critical systems,especially as the industry transitions toward more autonomous vessels.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.51706105)。
文摘Al/NH_(4)CoF_(3)-Φ(Φ=0.5,1.0,1.5,2.0,and 3.0)binary composites and Al-NH_(4)CoF_(3)@P(VDF-HFP)ternary composites are fabricated via ultrasonication-assisted blending and electrostatic spraying.The effect of equivalence ratio(Φ)on the reaction properties is systematically investigated in the binary Al/NH_(4)CoF_(3)system.For ternary systems,electrostatic spraying allows both components to be efficiently encapsulated by P(VDF-HFP)and to achieve structural stabilization and enhanced reactivity through synergistic interfacial interactions.Morphological analysis using SEM/TEM revealed that P(VDF-HFP)formed a protective layer on Al and NH_(4)CoF_(3)particles,improving dispersion,hydrophobicity(water contact angle increased by 80.5%compared to physically mixed composites),and corrosion resistance.Thermal decomposition of NH_(4)CoF_(3)occurred at 265℃,releasing NH_(3)and HF,which triggered exothermic reactions with Al.The ternary composites exhibited a narrowed main reaction temperature range and concentrated heat release,attributed to improved interfacial contact and polymer decomposition.Combustion tests demonstrated that Al-NH_(4)CoF_(3)@P(VDF-HFP)achieved self-sustaining combustion.In addition,a simple validation was done by replacing the Al component in the aluminium-containing propellant,demonstrating its potential application in the propellant field.This work establishes a novel strategy for designing stable,high-energy composites with potential applications in advanced propulsion systems.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.51974128)the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2023YFC3009105)。
文摘Early prevention and control of coal spontaneous combustion have emerged as a critical research area in coal mine safety.Due to their sustainability and environmental friendliness,microorganisms have gained attention.A filamentous fungus was collected in the coal mine and identified as Absidia spinosa.Results indicated that the mycelium effectively covered and repaired many coal pores.The oxygen consumption ratio of A.spinosa was higher in coal-containing environments than in coal-free conditions.The fungus significantly impacted aliphatic functional groups,disrupting bridging bonds and side chains connected to aromatic structures and reducing the relative content of C—O bonds.Additionally,A.spinosa increases the ignition temperature by 25.34℃.The total heat release was decreased by approximately 32.58%,and the activation energies were increased.The genome of Absidia spinosa revealed genes related to oxygen consumption,small molecule degradation,and secretion of metabolic products,such as those annotated under GO ID:0140657,etc.The pathways involved in the degradation of small organic molecules(e.g.,ko00626,etc.),carbon fixation,and nitrogen cycling,all linked to coal decomposition.Through oxygen consumption and the alteration of coal-active structures,A.spinosa effectively inhibits CSC,providing an experimental basis for exploring eco-friendly biological control methods in the goaf.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.U2341249,12005076,22205112)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(No.2025201012)。
文摘The presence of a surface oxide film(B_(2)O_(3))on boron(B)particles significantly compromises their combustion efficiency and kinetic performance in fuel-rich solid propellants.This study proposes an innovative continuous modification strategy combining non-thermal plasma(NTP)etching with fluorocarbon passivation.Characterization and kinetic analysis revealed that reactive plasma species—including atomic hydrogen(H),electronically excited molecular hydrogen(H_(2)^(*)),vibrationally excited molecular hydrogen(H_(2)v),and hydrogen ions(H^(+))—dominate the reduction of B_(2)O_(3)through lowering the transition energy barrier and shifting the reaction spontaneity.Subsequent argon plasma fragmentation of C_(8)F_(18)generates fluorocarbon radicals that form conformal passivation coatings(thickness:7 nm)on purified boron surfaces.The modified boron particles exhibit 37.5℃lower exothermic peak temperature and 27.2%higher heat release(14.8 kJ/g vs.11.6 kJ/g)compared to untreated counterparts.Combustion diagnostics reveal 194%increase in maximum flame height(135.10 mm vs.46.03 mm)and 134%enhancement in flame propagation rate(4.44 cm/s vs.1.90 cm/s).This NTP-based surface engineering approach establishes a scalable pathway for developing highperformance boron-based energetic composites.
文摘Arid and semi-arid ecosystems are prone to extensive fires due to specific climatic conditions,sparse vegetation cover,and high density of fine fuels.Understanding the flammability characteristics of land covers is essential for fire management and designing land restoration programs in arid and semi-arid ecosystems.This study provided a new approach to evaluate the flammability of shrublands and woodlands using flammability indices(FIs)including time to ignition(TI),duration of combustion(DC),and flame height(FH)of plant species and their relative frequencies in the Dalfard Basin of southeastern Iran.The results showed that there was a significant difference in FIs between land covers.Shrublands had higher flammability potential compared with woodlands.Plant moisture content had a negative relationship with TI(P<0.010)and no significant relationship with DC and FH(P>0.050).Artemisia spp.,Astragalus gossypinus Fischer,Amygdalus scoparia Spach,and Cymbopogon jwarancusa(Jones)Schult.had the highest FI.Tree species such as Rhazya stricta Decne.,and Pistacia atlantica Desf.showed greater resistance to fire.Using principal component analysis,the relationship between species and FIs was examined,and TI of wet fuel was the most important FI in relation to species.Structural equation model showed that life form(P<0.001)was the most important flammability driver.Precipitation(P<0.010)and legume species(P<0.010)were significantly related to the flammability in arid land.This study emphasizes the importance of managing high-risk species and using resistant species in vegetation restoration and shows that combining species FIs with their abundance is an effective tool for assessing fire risk and fuel management at the plant community scale.
基金co-supported by the Fundamental Research Funds for Central Universities,China(No.3072024XX0206)the Natural Science Foundation of Heilongjiang Province,China(No.LH2024E069)。
文摘A surface pyrolysis and gas-phase combustion of the Ammonium Perchlorate(AP)/Hydroxy Terminated Polybutadiene(HTPB)composite propellant reaction kinetic mechanism with five-step chemical reaction is adopted.The effects of helium injection on the burning rate and combustion of AP/HTPB propellant are analyzed in details,and the characteristics of motor performance are obtained.The numerical simulation results demonstrate that helium injection enhances the combustion chamber pressure,thereby increasing the burning rate of propellant.However,the primary combustion reaction of the AP/HTPB propellant takes place within a thin layer on the burning surface,so the low-temperature helium has minimal impact on the gasphase combustion.Ultimately,the helium not only elevates the nozzle exit velocity,resulting in specific impulse gain,but also reduces the exhaust plume temperature.With an increase of helium mass flow rate,the area of the velocity increase zone at the nozzle exit continuously decreases,but the average velocity in the motor exit continuously increases.Overall,when the helium flow rate is 2.5 kg/s,the specific impulse can reach 10.5%.Reducing the helium injection hole diameter enhances mixing of helium and combustion gas and expands the velocity increase zone,thereby maximizing the exit velocity gain in average velocity at the nozzle exit.When the injection hole diameter is reduced from 100 mm to 20 mm,the specific impulse gain increases from 3.1%to 10.6%.Furthermore,increasing helium injection temperature greatly boosts the velocity of the mixed gas with the same helium mass fraction ultimately improving specific impulse.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.U2441263)for financial support of this work。
文摘In composite solid propellants with high aluminum(Al)content and low burning rate,incomplete combustion of the Al powder may occur.In this study,varying lithium(Li)content in Al-Li alloy powder was utilized instead of pure aluminum particles to mitigate agglomeration and enhance the combustion efficiency of solid propellants(Combustion efficiency herein refers to the completeness of metallic fuel oxidation,quantified as the ratio of actual-to-theoretical energy released during combustion)with high Al content and low burning rates.The impact of Al-Li alloy with different Li contents on combustion and agglomeration of solid propellant was investigated using explosion heat,combustion heat,differential thermal analysis(DTA),thermos-gravimetric analysis(TG),dynamic high-pressure combustion test,ignition experiment of small solid rocket motor(SRM)tests,condensation combustion product collection,and X-ray diffraction techniques(XRD).Compared with pure Al,Al-Li alloys exhibit higher combustion heat,which contributes to improved combustion efficiency in Al-Li alloy-containing propellants.DTA and TG analyses demonstrated higher reactivity and lower ignition temperatures for Al-Li alloys.High-pressure combustion experiments at 5 MPa showed that Al-Li alloy fuel significantly decreases combustion agglomeration.The results from theφ75 mm andφ165 mm SRM and XRD tests further support this finding.This study provides novel insights into the combustion and agglomeration behaviors of high-Al,low-burning-rate composite solid propellants and supports the potential application of Al-Li alloys in advanced propellant formulations.
基金co-supported by the National Science Foundation Project,China(No.2019-JCJQ-ZQ-019)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52476141 and T2221002)。
文摘This study aims to reveal the influence of Local Momentum Ratio(LMR)on the combustion efficiency of an LOX/GCH4 pintle injector from the perspective of spray characteristics.Hot fire tests were conducted to establish the relationship between combustion efficiency and LMR.The spray characteristics for different LMRs were simulated by the validated volume of fluid-to-discrete phase model method,taking into account the combustion chamber wall confinement.Subsequently,the difference in combustion efficiency was analyzed by comparing the spray simulation results of backpressure conditions similar to hot fire tests.The results indicate that combustion efficiency increased initially(LMR=1.12-1.64)and then decreased(LMR>1.64).Quantitative analysis revealed a linear correlation(R^(2)=0.95)between LMR and combustion efficiency within 1.12<LMR<1.64.As the LMR increased,the improvement in combustion efficiency was attributed to a wider spray distribution range and smaller droplet sizes.The area of the mantle recirculation zone that is detrimental to combustion decreased by approximately 38%,and the droplet size reduced from 37 to 16μm.This effectively enhanced both the mixing of the propellant and the evaporation process.When the LMR exceeded the critical value(1.64 in this study),the impingement of liquid oxygen on the combustion chamber wall was confirmed via overheating discoloration marks on the inner surface of combustion chamber's cylindrical section.The impingement of liquid oxygen on the combustion chamber wall increased the transport of liquid oxygen to the wall,directly reducing the mixing quality and combustion efficiency.The outcomes of this study provide the practical guidance for design and improvement in combustion efficiency of the pintle injector thrust chamber.
基金supported by the National Natural ScienceFoundation of China(Grant No.52203332)。
文摘The thermal decomposition characteristic of ammonium perchlorate(AP)represents a critical factor in determining the performance of solid propellants,which has aroused significant interest on the structure and performance improvement of kinds of catalysts.In this study,bimetallic metal-organic frameworks(MOFs),such as CuCo-BTC(BTC=1,3,5-Benzenetricarboxylic acid,H_(3)BTC),CuNi-BTC,and CoNi-BTC,were synthesized by solvothermal(ST)and spray-drying(SD)methods,and then calcined at 400℃for 2 h to form metal oxides.The catalysts as well as their catalytic effects for AP decomposition were characterized by FTIR,XRD,SEM,XPS,TG,DSC,TG-IR,EIS,CV,and LSV.It was found that the rapid coordination of metal ions with ligands during spray drying may lead to catalytic structural defects,promoting the exposure of reactive active sites and increasing the catalytic active region.The results showed that the addition of 2 wt%binary transition metal oxides(BTMOs)as catalysts significantly reduced the high-temperature decomposition(HTD)temperature of AP and enhanced its heat release.Of particular significance is the observation that SD-CoNiO_(x),prepared by spray-drying,reduced the decomposition temperature of AP from 413.26℃(pure AP)to 306℃and enhanced the heat release from 256.79 J/g(pure AP)to 1496.82 J/g,while concomitantly reducing the activation energy by 42%.By analysing the gaseous products during the decomposition of AP+SD-CoNiO_(x)and AP+ST-CoNiO_(x),it was found that SD-CoNiO_(x)could significantly increase the content of high-valent nitrogen oxides during the AP decomposition reaction,which indicates that the BTMOs prepared by spray-drying in the reaction system are more conducive to accelerating the electron transfer in the thermal decomposition process of AP,and can provide a high concentration of reactive oxygen species that oxidize AP to high-valent nitrogen oxide-containing compounds.The present study shows that the structure selectivity of the spray-drying technique influences surfactant molecular arrangement on catalyst surfaces,resulting in their ability to promote higher electron transfer during the catalytic process.Therefore,BTMOs prepared by spray drying method have higher potential for application.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.42377024)the Aid Program for Science and Technology Innovative Research Team in Higher Educational Institutions of Hunan Province,Chinathe Key Project of Developmental Biology and Breeding from Hunan Province of China(No.2022XKQ0207).
文摘Arsenic(As)contamination in paddy soils has posed a prominent threat to rice production in Asia.Recycling of silicon(Si)from Si-rich combusted rice husk(CRH)could serve as a sustainable strategy to mitigate rice As uptake through their shared transport pathway.Root(soil)application of CRH alone,however,was insufficient to decrease inorganic As(iAs)in polished rice below Chinese food standards(0.2 mg kg^(-1)).In this study,an aqueous Si solution derived from CRH was used for synergistic foliar application over the highest Si-demanding stage(reproductive stage)of rice,following root application of Si,to investigate rice As uptake in both pot and field experiments.In the pot experiment,on the basis of root application of CRH,Si supplementation before the reproductive stage of rice led to a 51%decrease in As concentration on root surface along with a prominent reduction of Fe plaque due to enhanced root suberization,relative to single root application of CRH treatment.In parallel,the expression of OsLis6 gene in the root was downregulated by 91%than that with only root application of CRH.These changes decreased As influx into root by 56%and led correspondingly to 41%lower As transfer to the straw,as compared with root application of CRH treatment.In node I,the expression of OsLis6 decreased concurrently by 71%,leading ultimately to 28%lower iAs accumulation in grains than that with root application of CRH alone.In the field experiment,with single foliar Si,the mitigation of grain iAs occurred only at lower soil As level of 40 mg kg^(-1),while promoted iAs unloading into grains was determined under higher soil As level(80 mg kg^(-1))relative to the control without Si application.It was,therefore,concluded that the mitigation of grain iAs accumulation with soil application of CRH can be strengthened critically by synergistic supply of foliar Si,serving as a more reliable pathway to secure rice production in As-contaminated paddy fields.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.U23B6009 and 12272050)。
文摘Combustion dynamics are a critical factor in determining the performance and reliabilityof a chemical propulsion engine.The underlying processes include liquid atomization,evaporation,mixing,and chemical reactions.This paper presents a high-fidelity numerical study of liquidatomization and spray combustion under high-pressure conditions,emphasizing the effects of pres-sure oscillations on the flow evolution and combustion dynamics.The theoretical framework isbased on the three-dimensional conservation equations for multiphase flows and turbulent combus-tion.The numerical solution is achieved using a coupling method of volume-of-fluid and Lagran-gian particle tracking.The Zhuang-Kadota-Sutton(ZKS)high-pressure evaporation model andthe eddy breakup-Arrhenius combustion model are employed.Simulations are conducted for amodel combustion chamber with impinging-jet injectors using liquid oxygen and kerosene as pro-pellants.Both conditions with and without inlet and outlet pressure oscillations are considered.Thefindings reveal that pressure oscillations amplify flow fluctuations and can be characterized usingkey physical parameters such as droplet evaporation,chemical reaction,and chamber pressure.The spectral analysis uncovers the axial variations of the dominant and secondary frequenciesand their amplitudes in terms of the characteristic physical quantities.This research helps establisha methodology for exploring the coupling effect of liquid atomization and spray combustion.It alsoprovides practical insights into their responses to pressure oscillations during the occurrence ofcombustion instability.This information can be used to enhance the design and operation ofliquid-fueled propulsion engines.
基金supported by the Basic Science Center Project for the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.72088101)the S&T Program of Hebei(No.23564101D).
文摘As the bed depth increases,sintering yield increases,but the productivity decreases.To reveal the reasons for the decrease in productivity and explore targeted solutions,the bed resistance of mixtures,wet zone,and combustion zone was analyzed in the laboratory.The results showed that the decreased porosity of mixture resulted in the increased bed resistance by 160.56%when the bed depth increased from 600 to 1000 mm.After improving porosity of 1%by adding loosening bars with optimized size and distribution,the bed resistance decreased,and the productivity increased by 5%.The increase in bed depth increased the thickness of the wet zone from 120 to 680 mm and the resistance from 1.56 to 8.83 kPa.By using a three-stage intensive mixer and pre-adding water for granulation,the moisture of mixture was reduced by 0.6%,and the sintering productivity increased by 4%.Besides,the high bed resistance is mainly caused by the increase in the thickness of the combustion zone from 31.9 to 132.7 mm,and the bed resistance increased from 0.70 to 5.62 kPa.The bed resistance of the combustion zone at 900 mm was increased by 90.51%compared to 700 mm.After optimization of the distribution of coke breeze,the thickness of combustion zone at the lower layer decreased from 132.7 to 106.84 mm and permeability improved significantly.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.42025705)the Construction Project of Modern Agricultural Science and Technology Innovation Alliance of Guangdong Province,China(No.2023KJ112)+1 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.41977291 and 42177242)the GDAS’Project of Science and Technology Development,China(No.2019GDASYL-0103048).
文摘Coal power plants annually generate quantities of byproducts that release environmentally hazardous heavy metals like Cd and Pb.Understanding the behavior and spatiotemporal impacts on soils of these releases is crucial for pollution control.This study investigated the concentrations and isotope ratios of Cd/Pb in combustion byproducts,depositions and soils collected froma coal-fired power plant or its surrounding area.The pulverized fuel ash(PFA)and desulfurized gypsum(DG)exhibited heavier Cd isotopes withΔ^(114)Cd values of 0.304‰and 0.269‰,respectively,while bottom ash(BA)showed lighter Cd isotopes(Δ^(114)CdBA-coal=–0.078‰),compared to feed coal.We proposed a two-stage condensation process that governs the distribution of Cd/Pb,including accumulation on PFA and DG within electrostatic precipitators and desulfurization unit,as well as condensation onto fine particles upon release from the stack.Emissions from combustion and large-scale transport make a significant contribution to deposition,while the dispersion of Cd/Pb in deposition is primarily influenced by the prevailing wind patterns.However,the distribution of Cd/Pb in soils not only exhibit predominant wind control but is also potentially influenced by the resuspension of long-term storage byproducts.The power plant significantly contributes to soil in the NW–N–NE directions,even at a considerable distance(66%–79%),demonstrating its pervasive impact on remote regions along these orientations.Additionally,based on the vertical behavior in the profile,we have identified that Cd tends to migrate downward through leaching,while variations in Pb respond to the historical progression of dust removal.
