Coupling the quasi 3D numerical simulation of electromagnetic field and the experiments with some metals such as tin, aluminum, copper and steel, the electromagnetic characteristics of continuous casting with soft con...Coupling the quasi 3D numerical simulation of electromagnetic field and the experiments with some metals such as tin, aluminum, copper and steel, the electromagnetic characteristics of continuous casting with soft contacted mould, especially the influences of power frequency, the mould structure, and the inductor position, size and current on the electromagnetic force and pressure on the billet, were analyzed. The result shows that, in continuous casting with soft contacted mould, the electromagnetic pressure on the surface of billet increases with the rising of the power frequency as a logarithmically parabolic function and, with that of inductor current as a parabolic function. The design principle of the soft contacted mould is that 1) the mould structure should be ‘more segments and thin slits’; 2) the topside of inductor should be at the same location with the meniscus of molten metal; 3) the inductor should cover the initial solidifying shell of billet.展开更多
A novel Schottky body-contacted structure for partially depleted SOI nMOSFET's is presented.This structure can be realized by forming a shallow n +-p junction and two sidewall spacers in the source region,and the...A novel Schottky body-contacted structure for partially depleted SOI nMOSFET's is presented.This structure can be realized by forming a shallow n +-p junction and two sidewall spacers in the source region,and then growing a thick silicide film,which can punch through the shallow junction and make a Schottky contact to the p-type silicon.Simulation results show that the anomalous subthreshold slope and kink effects are suppressed successfully and the drain breakdown voltage is improved considerably.This method has the same device area and is completely compatible with the bulk MOSFET process.展开更多
Coupling the quasi 3D numerical simulation of the electromagnetic field and the experiments with some metals, a series of phenomena in the processes of continuous casting with soft contacted mould was analyzed. Some t...Coupling the quasi 3D numerical simulation of the electromagnetic field and the experiments with some metals, a series of phenomena in the processes of continuous casting with soft contacted mould was analyzed. Some theoretical and experimental models were presented, from which following results were obtained. 1) The electromagnetic force is related with electric conductivity of billet as a power function to 0.4. 2) The heat transfer between billet and mould is related with the contacting pressure, and it is a linear function for tin billet approximately. 3) The distance between initial solidification point and meniscus in billet is related with the surface magnetic flux density as a fourth root function. 4) The temperature gradient in the initial solidifying shell is reduced, which can decrease the tendency of hot tearing on the surface of billet, and increase the equiaxed crystal zone in billet. 5) The stronger the magnetic flux density is, the more shallow and the thinner the oscillation mark on the surface of billet is. 6) The depth of oscillation mark on the billet cast by the soft contacted mould can be reduced to about 10% in comparison with that on the billets cast by traditional mould. 7) In non dimensional condition, the average depth of the oscillation marks on the billets cast by the soft contacted mould decreases with increasing magnetic flux density on there as a complementary error function. [展开更多
This study ingeniously synthesized a novel CdS/NiS hollow nanoflower sphere(HNS)using a one-step method to enhance photocatalytic hydrogen production activity.Compared to conventional preparation methods,this approach...This study ingeniously synthesized a novel CdS/NiS hollow nanoflower sphere(HNS)using a one-step method to enhance photocatalytic hydrogen production activity.Compared to conventional preparation methods,this approach features seamlessly interfaced contact that facilitates efficient electron transfer across the interface.The internal hollow structure allows for multiple light reflections,maximizing light absorption,while the exterior shell and inner surfaces simultaneously offer active sites for reactions.The modification with non-noble metal NiS enables the extraction of electrons from CdS to the NiS surface,achieving rapid charge separation.Furthermore,adsorption-free energy calculations reveal that the NiS surface is more conducive to photocatalytic hydrogen generation,providing additional reaction active sites.The results demonstrate a hydrogen production rate of 2.18 mmol g^(-1)h^(-1)for CdS/NiS HNS,which is 9.48 times greater than that of pristine CdS.This work presents a novel approach for synthesizing seamlessly interfaced contacts between photocatalysts and cocatalysts,offering new insight into efficient one-step synthesis for enhanced photocatalytic performance.展开更多
We fabricate Schottky contact photodetectors based on electrically contacted Au nanoantennas on p-Si for the plasmonic detection of sub-bandgap photons in the optical communications wavelength range. Based on a physic...We fabricate Schottky contact photodetectors based on electrically contacted Au nanoantennas on p-Si for the plasmonic detection of sub-bandgap photons in the optical communications wavelength range. Based on a physical model for the internal photoemission of hot carriers, photons coupled onto the Au nanoantennas excite resonant plasmons, which decay into energetic ＂hot＂ holes emitted over the Schottky barrier at the Au/p-Si interface, resulting in a photocurrent. In our device, the active Schottky area consists of Au/p-Si contact and is very small, whereas the probing pad for external electrical interconnection is larger but consists of Au/Ti/p-Si contact having a comparatively higher Schottky barrier, thus producing negligible photo and dark currents.We describe fabrication that involves an electron-beam lithography step overlaid with photolithography. This highly compact component is very promising for applications in high-density Si photonics.展开更多
MXene-based smart contact lenses demonstrate a cutting-edge advancement in wearable ophthalmic technology,combining real-time biosensing,therapeutic capabilities,and user comfort in a single platform.These devices tak...MXene-based smart contact lenses demonstrate a cutting-edge advancement in wearable ophthalmic technology,combining real-time biosensing,therapeutic capabilities,and user comfort in a single platform.These devices take the advantage of the exceptional electrical conductivity,mechanical flexibility,and biocompatibility of two-dimensional MXenes to enable noninvasive,tear-based monitoring of key physiological markers such as intraocular pressure and glucose levels.Recent developments focus on the integration of transparent MXene films into the conventional lens materials,allowing multifunctional performance including photothermal therapy,antimicrobial and anti-inflammation protection,and dehydration resistance.These innovations offer promising strategies for ocular disease management and eye protection.In addition to their multifunctionality,improvements in MXene synthesis and device engineering have enhanced the stability,transparency,and wearability of these lenses.Despite these advances,challenges remain in long-term biostability,scalable production,and integration with wireless communication systems.This review summarizes the current progress,key challenges,and future directions of MXene-based smart contact lenses,highlighting their transformative potential in next-generation digital healthcare and ophthalmic care.展开更多
The cold chain environment is an important route for the long⁃distance transmission of pathogenic micro⁃organisms.In this study,we explored the mechanisms of secondary propagation through surface contact on cold surfa...The cold chain environment is an important route for the long⁃distance transmission of pathogenic micro⁃organisms.In this study,we explored the mechanisms of secondary propagation through surface contact on cold surfaces.A quantitative statistical experimental method was adopted to study the surface⁃contact transmission of micro⁃organisms,wherein the transfer rate of surface contact was the dependent variable and Escherichia coli was used as the indicator bacterium.The effects of contact pressure(0.44,0.86,1.55,2.25,and 2.94 N/cm^(2)),contact time(0,15,30,45,and 60 s),contact angle(15°and 25°),and surface materials(rubber and cotton gloves)were measured at two storage temperatures:cold storage(5℃)and freezing(-18℃).The results showed that as temperature decreases,the transfer of micro⁃organisms through surface contact becomes less probable.The contact time did not significantly influence the transfer rate of micro⁃organisms when items were handled at cold⁃storage temperatures.Based on these results,we recommend placing items as flat as possible to minimize the tilt angle when handling them at cold⁃storage temperatures.Additionally,if the tilt angle cannot be avoided,rubber gloves should be used when handling items stored at large tilt angles,whereas cotton gloves may be used for items placed at smaller angles.展开更多
In rock engineering,natural cracks in rock masses subjected to external loads tend to initiate and propagate,leading to potential safety hazards.To investigate the effect of cracking behavior on the mechanical propert...In rock engineering,natural cracks in rock masses subjected to external loads tend to initiate and propagate,leading to potential safety hazards.To investigate the effect of cracking behavior on the mechanical properties of rocks,the cracking processes of pre-cracked rocks have been extensively studied using numerical modeling methods.The peridynamics(PD)exhibits advantages over other numerical methods due to the absence of the requirements for remeshing and external crack growth criterion.However,for modeling pre-cracked rock cracking processes under impact,current PD implementations lack generally applicable rock constitutive models and impact contact models,which leads to difficulties in determining rock material parameters and efficiently calculating impact loads.This paper proposes a non-ordinary state-based peridynamics(NOSBPD)modeling method integrating the Drucker-Prager(DP)plasticity model and an efficient contact model to address the above problems.In the proposed method,the Drucker-Prager plasticity model is integrated into the NOSBPD,thereby equipping NOSBPD with the capability to accurately characterize the nonlinear stress-strain relationship inherent in rocks.An efficient contact model between particles and meshes is designed to calculate the impact loads,which is essentially a coupling method of PD with the finite element method(FEM).The effectiveness of the proposed NOSBPD modeling method is verified by comparison with other numerical methods and experiments.Experimental results indicate that the proposed method can effectively and accurately predict the 3D cracking processes of pre-cracked cracks under impact loading,and the maximum principal stress is the key driver behind wing crack formation in pre-cracked rocks.展开更多
The interfacial properties of Schottky contacts crucially affect the performance of power devices. While a few studies have explored the impact of fluorine on Schottky contacts, a comprehensive theoretical explanation...The interfacial properties of Schottky contacts crucially affect the performance of power devices. While a few studies have explored the impact of fluorine on Schottky contacts, a comprehensive theoretical explanation supported by experimental evidence remains lacking. This work investigates the effects of fluorine incorporation and electrothermal annealing(ETA) on the current transport process at Ni/β-Ga_(2)O_(3) Schottky contacts. X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy and first-principles calculations confirm the presence of fluorine substitutions for oxygen and oxygen vacancies and their lowering effect on the Schottky barrier heights. Additionally, accurate electrothermal hybrid TCAD simulations validates the extremely short-duration high temperatures(683 K) induced by ETA, which facilitates lattice rearrangement and reduces interface trap states. The interface trap states are quantitatively resolved through frequency-dependent conductance technique, showing the trap density(DT)reduction from(0.88-2.48) × 10^(11) cm^(-2)·eV^(-1) to(0.46-2.09) × 10^(11) cm^(-2)·eV^(-1). This investigation offers critical insights into the β-Ga_(2)O_(3) contacts with the collaborative treatment and solids the promotion of high-performance β-Ga_(2)O_(3) power devices.展开更多
With the support by the National Natural Science Foundation of China,a collaborative study by the research group led by Prof.Zhang Zhidong(张志东)and Prof.Han Zheng(韩拯)from the Institute of Metal Research,Chinese Ac...With the support by the National Natural Science Foundation of China,a collaborative study by the research group led by Prof.Zhang Zhidong(张志东)and Prof.Han Zheng(韩拯)from the Institute of Metal Research,Chinese Academy of Sciences demonstrates that by intercalating a tunneling layer展开更多
Monolayer two-dimensional(2D)semiconductors are emerging as top candidates for the channels of the future chip industry due to their atomically thin body and superior immunity to short channel effect.However,the low s...Monolayer two-dimensional(2D)semiconductors are emerging as top candidates for the channels of the future chip industry due to their atomically thin body and superior immunity to short channel effect.However,the low saturation current caused by the high contact resistance(R_(c))in monolayer MoS2 field-effect transistors(FETs)limits ultimate electrical performance at scaled contact lengths,which seriously hinders application of monolayer MoS_(2 )transistors.Here we present a scalable strategy with a clean end-bond contact scheme that leads to size-independent electrodes and ultralow contact resistance of 2.5 kΩ·μm to achieve record high performances of saturation current density of 730μA·μm^(-1)at 300 K and 960μA·μm^(-1)at 6 K.Our end-bond contact strategy in monolayer MoS2 FETs enables the great potential for atomically thin integrated circuitry.展开更多
Local phase transition in transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDCs) by lithiumintercalation enables the fabrication of high-quality contact interfaces in twodimensional(2D) electronic devices. However, controlling the ...Local phase transition in transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDCs) by lithiumintercalation enables the fabrication of high-quality contact interfaces in twodimensional(2D) electronic devices. However, controlling the intercalation oflithium is hitherto challenging in vertically stacked van der Waalsheterostructures (vdWHs) due to the random diffusion of lithium ions in thehetero-interface, which hinders their application for contact engineering of 2DvdWHs devices. Herein, a strategy to restrict the lithium intercalation pathwayin vdWHs is developed by using surface-permeation assisted intercalationwhile sealing all edges, based on which a high-performance edge-contact MoS_(2)vdWHs floating-gate transistor is demonstrated. Our method avoids intercalationfrom edges that are prone to be random but intentionally promotes lithiumintercalation from the top surface. The derived MoS_(2) floating-gatetransistor exhibits improved interface quality and significantly reduced subthresholdswing (SS) from >600 to 100 mV dec^(–1). In addition, ultrafast program/erase performance together with well-distinguished 32 memory statesare demonstrated, making it a promising candidate for low-power artificialsynapses. The study on controlling the lithium intercalation pathways in 2DvdWHs offers a viable route toward high-performance 2D electronics for memoryand neuromorphic computing purposes.展开更多
Image sensors with an in-sensor computing architecture have shown great potential in meeting the energy-efficient requirements of emergent data-intensive applications,where images are processed within the photodiode a...Image sensors with an in-sensor computing architecture have shown great potential in meeting the energy-efficient requirements of emergent data-intensive applications,where images are processed within the photodiode arrays.It demands the composed photodiodes are reconfigurable,which are usually achieved by ambipolar two-dimensional(2D)semiconductors.To improve the ambipolar charges injection,here we report a top-gated field-effect transistor(FET)design that is of bottom van der Waals contact via transferring ambipolar 2D WSe_(2) onto Pd/Cr source/drain electrodes.The devices exhibit nearly negligible effective barrier heights for both holes and electrons based on thermionic emission mode,and show an almost balanced on/off ratio in the p-branch and n-branch.By replacing the top gate with two aligned semi-gates,the devices can effectively function as reconfigurable photodiodes.They can be switched between PIN and NIP configurations via controlling the two semi-gates,exhibiting good linearity in terms of short-circuit current(ISC)and incident light power density.The photodiode arrays are also demonstrated for in-sensor optoelectronic convolutional image processing,showing significant potential for in-sensor computing image processors.展开更多
In order to explore the mechanism of improving the surface wettability of low-energy polytetrafluoroethylene(PTFE)by new extended surfactants,five kinds of extended anionic surfactants with different numbers of oxypro...In order to explore the mechanism of improving the surface wettability of low-energy polytetrafluoroethylene(PTFE)by new extended surfactants,five kinds of extended anionic surfactants with different numbers of oxypropylene(PO)and oxyethylene(EO),octadecyl-(PO)_(m)-(EO)_(n)-sodium carboxylate(C_(18)PO_(m)EO_(n)C,m=5,10,15,n=5,10,15),were studied.The surface tension and contact angle of C_(18)PO_(m)EO_(n)C solution with different concentrations were measured,and the adhesion tension,PTFE-water interfacial tension,and adhesion work were calculated.It was found that the extended surfactant molecules adsorb on the surface of the solution and the PTFE-liquid interface simultaneously when the concentration is lower than the critical micelle concentration(cmc),and there was a linear relationship between surface tension and adhesion tension.The adsorption amount of C_(18)PO_(m)EO_(n)C at the PTFE-water interface was significantly lower than that on the surface of the solution.As the concentration increases above cmc,semi-micelle aggregates on the surface of PTFE are formed by C_(18)PO_(m)EO_(n)C molecules through hydrophobic interaction,and the hydrophilic group faces the solution to modify the surface of PTFE with high efficiency.展开更多
The contact problem of deformed rough surfaces exists widely in complex engineering structures.How to reveal the influence mechanism of surface deformation on the contact properties is a key issue in evaluating the in...The contact problem of deformed rough surfaces exists widely in complex engineering structures.How to reveal the influence mechanism of surface deformation on the contact properties is a key issue in evaluating the interface performances of the engineering structures.In this paper,a contact model is established,which is suitable for tensile and bending deformed contact surfaces.Four contact forms of asperities are proposed,and their distribution characteristics are analyzed.This model reveals the mechanism of friction generation from the perspective of the force balance of asperity.The results show the contact behaviors of the deformed contact surface are significantly different from that of the plane contact,which is mainly reflected in the change in the number of contact asperities and the real contact area.This study suggests that the real contact area of the interface can be altered by applying tensile and bending strains,thereby regulating its contact mechanics and conductive behavior.展开更多
Magnesium and its alloys have gained relevance for their light-weight combined with a high value of strength-to-weight ratio,which makes them useful in fields such as aerospace,automotive as well as biomedical enginee...Magnesium and its alloys have gained relevance for their light-weight combined with a high value of strength-to-weight ratio,which makes them useful in fields such as aerospace,automotive as well as biomedical engineering.Unfortunately,the poor corrosion resistance of Mg-alloys limits their wide acceptance.Advanced composite coatings which are self-healing,superhydrophobic anti corrosive,and wear resistant are new synthetic materials for abating these challenges.The superimposed superhydrophobic surfaces help in minimizing their water contact,thus slowing down the electrochemical reactions on the surface of the alloys,while their self-healing characteristics autonomously aid in the repair of any induced micro-crack,defect or damage towards ensuring the metal's long-term protection.In addition,the integration of wear-resistant materials further improves the durability of coatings under mechanical stress.The most recent research efforts have been directed towards the preparation of multifunctional composites,with an emphasis on nanomaterials,functional polymers,and state-of-the-art fabrication techniques in order to take advantage of their synergistic effects.Some of the methods that have so far exhibited promising potentials in fabricating these materials include the sol-gel method,layer-by-layer assembly,and plasma treatments.However,most of the fabricated products are still faced with significant challenges ranging from long-term stability to homogeneous adhesion of the coatings and their scalability for industrial applications.This review discusses the recent progress and the relationship between corrosion inhibition and self-healing efficiencies of wear resistant polymer nanocomposite coatings.Some challenges related to optimizing coating performance were also discussed.In addition,future directions ranging from the consideration of bioinspired designs,novel hybrid nanocomposite materials,and environmentally sustainable solutions integrated with smart protective coatings were also proposed as new wave technologies that can potentially revolutionize the corrosion protection offered by Mg alloys while opening up prospects for improved performance and sustainability.展开更多
The influence of ramps on the transient rolling contact characteristics and damage mechanisms of switch rails remains unclear,presenting substantial challenges to the safety of railway operations.To this end,this pape...The influence of ramps on the transient rolling contact characteristics and damage mechanisms of switch rails remains unclear,presenting substantial challenges to the safety of railway operations.To this end,this paper constructs a transient rolling contact finite element model of the wheel-rail in switch under different ramps using ANSYS/LSDYNA method,and analyzes the tribology and damage characteristics when the wheel passes through the switch at a uniform speed.Our research findings reveal that the vibration induced in the switch rail during the wheel load transfer process leads to a step-like increase in the contact force.Moreover,the interaction between the wheel and the rail primarily involves slip contact,which may significantly contribute to the formation of corrugations on the switch rail.Additionally,the presence of large ramps exacerbates switch rail wear and rolling contact fatigue,resulting in a notable 13.2%increase in switch rail damage under 40‰ramp conditions compared to flat(0‰ramp)conditions.Furthermore,the large ramps can alter the direction of crack propagation,ultimately causing surface spalling of the rail.Therefore,large ramps intensify the dynamic interactions during the wheel load transfer process,further aggravating the crack and spalling damage to the switch rails.展开更多
The models constructed by particle flow simulation method can effectively simulate the heterogeneous substance characteristics and failure behaviors of rocks.However,existing contact models overlook the rock cracks,an...The models constructed by particle flow simulation method can effectively simulate the heterogeneous substance characteristics and failure behaviors of rocks.However,existing contact models overlook the rock cracks,and the various simulation methods that do consider cracks still exhibit certain limitations.In this paper,based on Flat-Joint model and Linear Parallel Bond model,a crack contact model considering linked substance in the crack is proposed by splitting the crack contact into two portions:linked portion and unlinked portion for calculation.The new contact model considers the influence of crack closure on the contact force-displacement law.And a better compressive tensile strength ratio(UCS/T)was obtained by limiting the failure of the contact bond to be solely controlled by the contact force and moment of the linked portion.Then,by employing the FISH Model tool within the Particle Flow Code,the contact model was constructed and verified through contact force–displacement experiments and loading-unloading tests with cracked model.Finally,the contact model was tested through simulations of rock mechanics experiments.The results indicate that the contact model can effectively simulate the axial and lateral strain laws of rocks simultaneously and has a relatively good reproduction of the bi-modularity of rocks.展开更多
This research aimed to overcome challenges such as high costs,lengthy optimization time,and low efficiency in resolving issues related to wheel-rail contact,rail wear,and vehicle dynamics.Based on the wheel-rail conta...This research aimed to overcome challenges such as high costs,lengthy optimization time,and low efficiency in resolving issues related to wheel-rail contact,rail wear,and vehicle dynamics.Based on the wheel-rail contact parameters,an optimal design method for rail grinding target profile is proposed from wear profile measurement to grinding profile design according to the actual railway track and vehicle operating conditions.We utilized Isight to create a simulation test and developed an RBF proxy model that incorporated both mechanical and geometric aspects of wheel-rail contact.By integrating rail modeling,wheel-rail contact analysis,and multi-objective optimization,we established a rail grinding optimization model that was solved using the NSGA-II algorithm.After optimization,the study achieved a 31.863%reduction in average contact stress,a 70.5%reduction in matching wear work,and a 100.391%increase in the difference in rolling radius between the wheel and rail.展开更多
Rolling contact fatigue performance is among the most important issues for applications of bearing steels.In this work,a recently developed surface modification technique,surface mechanical rolling treatment,was appli...Rolling contact fatigue performance is among the most important issues for applications of bearing steels.In this work,a recently developed surface modification technique,surface mechanical rolling treatment,was applied on a rare-earth addition bearing steel.And rolling contact fatigue behavior of treated samples was compared with that of as-received counterparts at different contacting stresses.The results demonstrated that a 700μm-thick gradient nanostructured surface layer is produced on samples by surface mechanical rolling treatment.The grain size decreases while the microhardness increases gradually with decreasing depth,reaching~23 nm and~10.2 GPa,respectively,at the top surface.Consequently,the rolling contact fatigue property is significantly enhanced.The characteristic life of treated samples is~3.2 times that of untreated counterparts according to Weibull curves at 5.6 GPa.Analyses of fatigue mechanisms demonstrated that the gradient nanostructured surface layer might not only retard material degradation and microcrack formation,but also prolong the steady-state elastic response stage under rolling contact fatigue.展开更多
文摘Coupling the quasi 3D numerical simulation of electromagnetic field and the experiments with some metals such as tin, aluminum, copper and steel, the electromagnetic characteristics of continuous casting with soft contacted mould, especially the influences of power frequency, the mould structure, and the inductor position, size and current on the electromagnetic force and pressure on the billet, were analyzed. The result shows that, in continuous casting with soft contacted mould, the electromagnetic pressure on the surface of billet increases with the rising of the power frequency as a logarithmically parabolic function and, with that of inductor current as a parabolic function. The design principle of the soft contacted mould is that 1) the mould structure should be ‘more segments and thin slits’; 2) the topside of inductor should be at the same location with the meniscus of molten metal; 3) the inductor should cover the initial solidifying shell of billet.
文摘A novel Schottky body-contacted structure for partially depleted SOI nMOSFET's is presented.This structure can be realized by forming a shallow n +-p junction and two sidewall spacers in the source region,and then growing a thick silicide film,which can punch through the shallow junction and make a Schottky contact to the p-type silicon.Simulation results show that the anomalous subthreshold slope and kink effects are suppressed successfully and the drain breakdown voltage is improved considerably.This method has the same device area and is completely compatible with the bulk MOSFET process.
文摘Coupling the quasi 3D numerical simulation of the electromagnetic field and the experiments with some metals, a series of phenomena in the processes of continuous casting with soft contacted mould was analyzed. Some theoretical and experimental models were presented, from which following results were obtained. 1) The electromagnetic force is related with electric conductivity of billet as a power function to 0.4. 2) The heat transfer between billet and mould is related with the contacting pressure, and it is a linear function for tin billet approximately. 3) The distance between initial solidification point and meniscus in billet is related with the surface magnetic flux density as a fourth root function. 4) The temperature gradient in the initial solidifying shell is reduced, which can decrease the tendency of hot tearing on the surface of billet, and increase the equiaxed crystal zone in billet. 5) The stronger the magnetic flux density is, the more shallow and the thinner the oscillation mark on the surface of billet is. 6) The depth of oscillation mark on the billet cast by the soft contacted mould can be reduced to about 10% in comparison with that on the billets cast by traditional mould. 7) In non dimensional condition, the average depth of the oscillation marks on the billets cast by the soft contacted mould decreases with increasing magnetic flux density on there as a complementary error function. [
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.22278169 and 51973078)the Excellent Scientific Research and Innovation team of the Education Department of Anhui Province(No.2022AH010028)+2 种基金the Major projects of the Education Department of Anhui Province(No.2022AH040068)the Key Foundation of Educational Commission of Anhui Province(Nos.2022AH050396 and 2022AH050376)Anhui Provincial Quality Engineering Project(No.2022sx134).
文摘This study ingeniously synthesized a novel CdS/NiS hollow nanoflower sphere(HNS)using a one-step method to enhance photocatalytic hydrogen production activity.Compared to conventional preparation methods,this approach features seamlessly interfaced contact that facilitates efficient electron transfer across the interface.The internal hollow structure allows for multiple light reflections,maximizing light absorption,while the exterior shell and inner surfaces simultaneously offer active sites for reactions.The modification with non-noble metal NiS enables the extraction of electrons from CdS to the NiS surface,achieving rapid charge separation.Furthermore,adsorption-free energy calculations reveal that the NiS surface is more conducive to photocatalytic hydrogen generation,providing additional reaction active sites.The results demonstrate a hydrogen production rate of 2.18 mmol g^(-1)h^(-1)for CdS/NiS HNS,which is 9.48 times greater than that of pristine CdS.This work presents a novel approach for synthesizing seamlessly interfaced contacts between photocatalysts and cocatalysts,offering new insight into efficient one-step synthesis for enhanced photocatalytic performance.
文摘We fabricate Schottky contact photodetectors based on electrically contacted Au nanoantennas on p-Si for the plasmonic detection of sub-bandgap photons in the optical communications wavelength range. Based on a physical model for the internal photoemission of hot carriers, photons coupled onto the Au nanoantennas excite resonant plasmons, which decay into energetic ＂hot＂ holes emitted over the Schottky barrier at the Au/p-Si interface, resulting in a photocurrent. In our device, the active Schottky area consists of Au/p-Si contact and is very small, whereas the probing pad for external electrical interconnection is larger but consists of Au/Ti/p-Si contact having a comparatively higher Schottky barrier, thus producing negligible photo and dark currents.We describe fabrication that involves an electron-beam lithography step overlaid with photolithography. This highly compact component is very promising for applications in high-density Si photonics.
文摘MXene-based smart contact lenses demonstrate a cutting-edge advancement in wearable ophthalmic technology,combining real-time biosensing,therapeutic capabilities,and user comfort in a single platform.These devices take the advantage of the exceptional electrical conductivity,mechanical flexibility,and biocompatibility of two-dimensional MXenes to enable noninvasive,tear-based monitoring of key physiological markers such as intraocular pressure and glucose levels.Recent developments focus on the integration of transparent MXene films into the conventional lens materials,allowing multifunctional performance including photothermal therapy,antimicrobial and anti-inflammation protection,and dehydration resistance.These innovations offer promising strategies for ocular disease management and eye protection.In addition to their multifunctionality,improvements in MXene synthesis and device engineering have enhanced the stability,transparency,and wearability of these lenses.Despite these advances,challenges remain in long-term biostability,scalable production,and integration with wireless communication systems.This review summarizes the current progress,key challenges,and future directions of MXene-based smart contact lenses,highlighting their transformative potential in next-generation digital healthcare and ophthalmic care.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52278121).
文摘The cold chain environment is an important route for the long⁃distance transmission of pathogenic micro⁃organisms.In this study,we explored the mechanisms of secondary propagation through surface contact on cold surfaces.A quantitative statistical experimental method was adopted to study the surface⁃contact transmission of micro⁃organisms,wherein the transfer rate of surface contact was the dependent variable and Escherichia coli was used as the indicator bacterium.The effects of contact pressure(0.44,0.86,1.55,2.25,and 2.94 N/cm^(2)),contact time(0,15,30,45,and 60 s),contact angle(15°and 25°),and surface materials(rubber and cotton gloves)were measured at two storage temperatures:cold storage(5℃)and freezing(-18℃).The results showed that as temperature decreases,the transfer of micro⁃organisms through surface contact becomes less probable.The contact time did not significantly influence the transfer rate of micro⁃organisms when items were handled at cold⁃storage temperatures.Based on these results,we recommend placing items as flat as possible to minimize the tilt angle when handling them at cold⁃storage temperatures.Additionally,if the tilt angle cannot be avoided,rubber gloves should be used when handling items stored at large tilt angles,whereas cotton gloves may be used for items placed at smaller angles.
基金support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.42277161 and 42230709).
文摘In rock engineering,natural cracks in rock masses subjected to external loads tend to initiate and propagate,leading to potential safety hazards.To investigate the effect of cracking behavior on the mechanical properties of rocks,the cracking processes of pre-cracked rocks have been extensively studied using numerical modeling methods.The peridynamics(PD)exhibits advantages over other numerical methods due to the absence of the requirements for remeshing and external crack growth criterion.However,for modeling pre-cracked rock cracking processes under impact,current PD implementations lack generally applicable rock constitutive models and impact contact models,which leads to difficulties in determining rock material parameters and efficiently calculating impact loads.This paper proposes a non-ordinary state-based peridynamics(NOSBPD)modeling method integrating the Drucker-Prager(DP)plasticity model and an efficient contact model to address the above problems.In the proposed method,the Drucker-Prager plasticity model is integrated into the NOSBPD,thereby equipping NOSBPD with the capability to accurately characterize the nonlinear stress-strain relationship inherent in rocks.An efficient contact model between particles and meshes is designed to calculate the impact loads,which is essentially a coupling method of PD with the finite element method(FEM).The effectiveness of the proposed NOSBPD modeling method is verified by comparison with other numerical methods and experiments.Experimental results indicate that the proposed method can effectively and accurately predict the 3D cracking processes of pre-cracked cracks under impact loading,and the maximum principal stress is the key driver behind wing crack formation in pre-cracked rocks.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant Nos. 62174019, 52302046, L2424216)the Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation (Grant No. 2024A1515012139)+2 种基金the Major Program (JD) of Hubei Province (Grant No. 2023BAA009)the Knowledge Innovation Program of Wuhan-Shuguang Project (Grant No. 2023010201020262)the Basic Research Program of Jiangsu (Grant No. BK20230268)。
文摘The interfacial properties of Schottky contacts crucially affect the performance of power devices. While a few studies have explored the impact of fluorine on Schottky contacts, a comprehensive theoretical explanation supported by experimental evidence remains lacking. This work investigates the effects of fluorine incorporation and electrothermal annealing(ETA) on the current transport process at Ni/β-Ga_(2)O_(3) Schottky contacts. X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy and first-principles calculations confirm the presence of fluorine substitutions for oxygen and oxygen vacancies and their lowering effect on the Schottky barrier heights. Additionally, accurate electrothermal hybrid TCAD simulations validates the extremely short-duration high temperatures(683 K) induced by ETA, which facilitates lattice rearrangement and reduces interface trap states. The interface trap states are quantitatively resolved through frequency-dependent conductance technique, showing the trap density(DT)reduction from(0.88-2.48) × 10^(11) cm^(-2)·eV^(-1) to(0.46-2.09) × 10^(11) cm^(-2)·eV^(-1). This investigation offers critical insights into the β-Ga_(2)O_(3) contacts with the collaborative treatment and solids the promotion of high-performance β-Ga_(2)O_(3) power devices.
文摘With the support by the National Natural Science Foundation of China,a collaborative study by the research group led by Prof.Zhang Zhidong(张志东)and Prof.Han Zheng(韩拯)from the Institute of Metal Research,Chinese Academy of Sciences demonstrates that by intercalating a tunneling layer
基金supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Beijing Municipality(No.Z180011)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.51991340,51991342,51527802,51972022,51722203,and 51672026)+2 种基金the Overseas Expertise Introduction Projects for Discipline Innovation(No.B14003)the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Nos.2016YFA0202701,and 2018YFA0703503)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(No.FRF-TP-19-025A3).
文摘Monolayer two-dimensional(2D)semiconductors are emerging as top candidates for the channels of the future chip industry due to their atomically thin body and superior immunity to short channel effect.However,the low saturation current caused by the high contact resistance(R_(c))in monolayer MoS2 field-effect transistors(FETs)limits ultimate electrical performance at scaled contact lengths,which seriously hinders application of monolayer MoS_(2 )transistors.Here we present a scalable strategy with a clean end-bond contact scheme that leads to size-independent electrodes and ultralow contact resistance of 2.5 kΩ·μm to achieve record high performances of saturation current density of 730μA·μm^(-1)at 300 K and 960μA·μm^(-1)at 6 K.Our end-bond contact strategy in monolayer MoS2 FETs enables the great potential for atomically thin integrated circuitry.
基金National Key Research and Development Program of China,Grant/Award Number:2023YFB4502200National Natural Science Foundation of China,Grant/Award Numbers:52372149,U21A2069+2 种基金Innovation Project of Optics Valley Laboratory,Grant/Award Number:OVL2023PY007Guangdong HUST Industrial Technology Research Institute,Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Manufacturing Equipment Digitization,Grant/Award Number:2023B1212060012Interdiciplinary Research Program of HUST,Grant/Award Number:2024JCYJ008。
文摘Local phase transition in transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDCs) by lithiumintercalation enables the fabrication of high-quality contact interfaces in twodimensional(2D) electronic devices. However, controlling the intercalation oflithium is hitherto challenging in vertically stacked van der Waalsheterostructures (vdWHs) due to the random diffusion of lithium ions in thehetero-interface, which hinders their application for contact engineering of 2DvdWHs devices. Herein, a strategy to restrict the lithium intercalation pathwayin vdWHs is developed by using surface-permeation assisted intercalationwhile sealing all edges, based on which a high-performance edge-contact MoS_(2)vdWHs floating-gate transistor is demonstrated. Our method avoids intercalationfrom edges that are prone to be random but intentionally promotes lithiumintercalation from the top surface. The derived MoS_(2) floating-gatetransistor exhibits improved interface quality and significantly reduced subthresholdswing (SS) from >600 to 100 mV dec^(–1). In addition, ultrafast program/erase performance together with well-distinguished 32 memory statesare demonstrated, making it a promising candidate for low-power artificialsynapses. The study on controlling the lithium intercalation pathways in 2DvdWHs offers a viable route toward high-performance 2D electronics for memoryand neuromorphic computing purposes.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.62274037)the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2018YFA0703703)+1 种基金the Ministry of Science and Technology of China(No.2018YFE0118300)State Key Laboratory of ASIC&System(No.2021MS003).
文摘Image sensors with an in-sensor computing architecture have shown great potential in meeting the energy-efficient requirements of emergent data-intensive applications,where images are processed within the photodiode arrays.It demands the composed photodiodes are reconfigurable,which are usually achieved by ambipolar two-dimensional(2D)semiconductors.To improve the ambipolar charges injection,here we report a top-gated field-effect transistor(FET)design that is of bottom van der Waals contact via transferring ambipolar 2D WSe_(2) onto Pd/Cr source/drain electrodes.The devices exhibit nearly negligible effective barrier heights for both holes and electrons based on thermionic emission mode,and show an almost balanced on/off ratio in the p-branch and n-branch.By replacing the top gate with two aligned semi-gates,the devices can effectively function as reconfigurable photodiodes.They can be switched between PIN and NIP configurations via controlling the two semi-gates,exhibiting good linearity in terms of short-circuit current(ISC)and incident light power density.The photodiode arrays are also demonstrated for in-sensor optoelectronic convolutional image processing,showing significant potential for in-sensor computing image processors.
文摘In order to explore the mechanism of improving the surface wettability of low-energy polytetrafluoroethylene(PTFE)by new extended surfactants,five kinds of extended anionic surfactants with different numbers of oxypropylene(PO)and oxyethylene(EO),octadecyl-(PO)_(m)-(EO)_(n)-sodium carboxylate(C_(18)PO_(m)EO_(n)C,m=5,10,15,n=5,10,15),were studied.The surface tension and contact angle of C_(18)PO_(m)EO_(n)C solution with different concentrations were measured,and the adhesion tension,PTFE-water interfacial tension,and adhesion work were calculated.It was found that the extended surfactant molecules adsorb on the surface of the solution and the PTFE-liquid interface simultaneously when the concentration is lower than the critical micelle concentration(cmc),and there was a linear relationship between surface tension and adhesion tension.The adsorption amount of C_(18)PO_(m)EO_(n)C at the PTFE-water interface was significantly lower than that on the surface of the solution.As the concentration increases above cmc,semi-micelle aggregates on the surface of PTFE are formed by C_(18)PO_(m)EO_(n)C molecules through hydrophobic interaction,and the hydrophilic group faces the solution to modify the surface of PTFE with high efficiency.
基金This work are supported by the Natural Science Foundation of China General Program(Grant No.12272157)the Natural Science Foundation of China Major Program(Grant No.12327901)+1 种基金the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(Grant No.lzujbky-2023-ey05)the 111 Project(Grant No.B14044).
文摘The contact problem of deformed rough surfaces exists widely in complex engineering structures.How to reveal the influence mechanism of surface deformation on the contact properties is a key issue in evaluating the interface performances of the engineering structures.In this paper,a contact model is established,which is suitable for tensile and bending deformed contact surfaces.Four contact forms of asperities are proposed,and their distribution characteristics are analyzed.This model reveals the mechanism of friction generation from the perspective of the force balance of asperity.The results show the contact behaviors of the deformed contact surface are significantly different from that of the plane contact,which is mainly reflected in the change in the number of contact asperities and the real contact area.This study suggests that the real contact area of the interface can be altered by applying tensile and bending strains,thereby regulating its contact mechanics and conductive behavior.
文摘Magnesium and its alloys have gained relevance for their light-weight combined with a high value of strength-to-weight ratio,which makes them useful in fields such as aerospace,automotive as well as biomedical engineering.Unfortunately,the poor corrosion resistance of Mg-alloys limits their wide acceptance.Advanced composite coatings which are self-healing,superhydrophobic anti corrosive,and wear resistant are new synthetic materials for abating these challenges.The superimposed superhydrophobic surfaces help in minimizing their water contact,thus slowing down the electrochemical reactions on the surface of the alloys,while their self-healing characteristics autonomously aid in the repair of any induced micro-crack,defect or damage towards ensuring the metal's long-term protection.In addition,the integration of wear-resistant materials further improves the durability of coatings under mechanical stress.The most recent research efforts have been directed towards the preparation of multifunctional composites,with an emphasis on nanomaterials,functional polymers,and state-of-the-art fabrication techniques in order to take advantage of their synergistic effects.Some of the methods that have so far exhibited promising potentials in fabricating these materials include the sol-gel method,layer-by-layer assembly,and plasma treatments.However,most of the fabricated products are still faced with significant challenges ranging from long-term stability to homogeneous adhesion of the coatings and their scalability for industrial applications.This review discusses the recent progress and the relationship between corrosion inhibition and self-healing efficiencies of wear resistant polymer nanocomposite coatings.Some challenges related to optimizing coating performance were also discussed.In addition,future directions ranging from the consideration of bioinspired designs,novel hybrid nanocomposite materials,and environmentally sustainable solutions integrated with smart protective coatings were also proposed as new wave technologies that can potentially revolutionize the corrosion protection offered by Mg alloys while opening up prospects for improved performance and sustainability.
基金Project(2023YFB2604304)supported by the National Key R&D Program of ChinaProjects(52122810,51978586,51778542,U23A20666,52472458)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China+1 种基金Project(K2022G034)supported by the Technology Research and Development Program of China National Railway Group Co.Ltd.Projects(2020JDJQ0033,2023NSFSC0884)supported by Sichuan Province Science and Technology Support Program,China。
文摘The influence of ramps on the transient rolling contact characteristics and damage mechanisms of switch rails remains unclear,presenting substantial challenges to the safety of railway operations.To this end,this paper constructs a transient rolling contact finite element model of the wheel-rail in switch under different ramps using ANSYS/LSDYNA method,and analyzes the tribology and damage characteristics when the wheel passes through the switch at a uniform speed.Our research findings reveal that the vibration induced in the switch rail during the wheel load transfer process leads to a step-like increase in the contact force.Moreover,the interaction between the wheel and the rail primarily involves slip contact,which may significantly contribute to the formation of corrugations on the switch rail.Additionally,the presence of large ramps exacerbates switch rail wear and rolling contact fatigue,resulting in a notable 13.2%increase in switch rail damage under 40‰ramp conditions compared to flat(0‰ramp)conditions.Furthermore,the large ramps can alter the direction of crack propagation,ultimately causing surface spalling of the rail.Therefore,large ramps intensify the dynamic interactions during the wheel load transfer process,further aggravating the crack and spalling damage to the switch rails.
基金supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Heilongjiang Province(No.ZD2021E006)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52174075 and 52074110).
文摘The models constructed by particle flow simulation method can effectively simulate the heterogeneous substance characteristics and failure behaviors of rocks.However,existing contact models overlook the rock cracks,and the various simulation methods that do consider cracks still exhibit certain limitations.In this paper,based on Flat-Joint model and Linear Parallel Bond model,a crack contact model considering linked substance in the crack is proposed by splitting the crack contact into two portions:linked portion and unlinked portion for calculation.The new contact model considers the influence of crack closure on the contact force-displacement law.And a better compressive tensile strength ratio(UCS/T)was obtained by limiting the failure of the contact bond to be solely controlled by the contact force and moment of the linked portion.Then,by employing the FISH Model tool within the Particle Flow Code,the contact model was constructed and verified through contact force–displacement experiments and loading-unloading tests with cracked model.Finally,the contact model was tested through simulations of rock mechanics experiments.The results indicate that the contact model can effectively simulate the axial and lateral strain laws of rocks simultaneously and has a relatively good reproduction of the bi-modularity of rocks.
基金Supported by Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(Grant No.2019JBM050).
文摘This research aimed to overcome challenges such as high costs,lengthy optimization time,and low efficiency in resolving issues related to wheel-rail contact,rail wear,and vehicle dynamics.Based on the wheel-rail contact parameters,an optimal design method for rail grinding target profile is proposed from wear profile measurement to grinding profile design according to the actual railway track and vehicle operating conditions.We utilized Isight to create a simulation test and developed an RBF proxy model that incorporated both mechanical and geometric aspects of wheel-rail contact.By integrating rail modeling,wheel-rail contact analysis,and multi-objective optimization,we established a rail grinding optimization model that was solved using the NSGA-II algorithm.After optimization,the study achieved a 31.863%reduction in average contact stress,a 70.5%reduction in matching wear work,and a 100.391%increase in the difference in rolling radius between the wheel and rail.
基金The financial supports by the Chinese Academy of Sciences(Nos.XDC04030300 and XDB0510303)CAS-HK Joint Laboratory of Nanomaterials and MechanicsShenyang National Laboratory for Materials Science are acknowledged.
文摘Rolling contact fatigue performance is among the most important issues for applications of bearing steels.In this work,a recently developed surface modification technique,surface mechanical rolling treatment,was applied on a rare-earth addition bearing steel.And rolling contact fatigue behavior of treated samples was compared with that of as-received counterparts at different contacting stresses.The results demonstrated that a 700μm-thick gradient nanostructured surface layer is produced on samples by surface mechanical rolling treatment.The grain size decreases while the microhardness increases gradually with decreasing depth,reaching~23 nm and~10.2 GPa,respectively,at the top surface.Consequently,the rolling contact fatigue property is significantly enhanced.The characteristic life of treated samples is~3.2 times that of untreated counterparts according to Weibull curves at 5.6 GPa.Analyses of fatigue mechanisms demonstrated that the gradient nanostructured surface layer might not only retard material degradation and microcrack formation,but also prolong the steady-state elastic response stage under rolling contact fatigue.
