To investigate the influence of coarse aggregate parent rock properties on the elastic modulus of concrete,the mineralogical properties and stress-strain curves of granite and dolomite parent rocks,as well as the stre...To investigate the influence of coarse aggregate parent rock properties on the elastic modulus of concrete,the mineralogical properties and stress-strain curves of granite and dolomite parent rocks,as well as the strength and elastic modulus of mortar and concrete prepared with mechanism aggregates of the corresponding lithology,and the stress-strain curves of concrete were investigated.In this paper,a coarse aggregate and mortar matrix bonding assumption is proposed,and a prediction model for the elastic modulus of mortar is established by considering the lithology of the mechanism sand and the slurry components.An equivalent coarse aggregate elastic modulus model was established by considering factors such as coarse aggregate particle size,volume fraction,and mortar thickness between coarse aggregates.Based on the elastic modulus of the equivalent coarse aggregate and the remaining mortar,a prediction model for the elastic modulus of the two and three components of concrete in series and then in parallel was established,and the predicted values differed from the measured values within 10%.It is proposed that the coarse aggregate elastic modulus in highstrength concrete is the most critical factor affecting the elastic modulus of concrete,and as the coarse aggregate elastic modulus increases by 27.7%,the concrete elastic modulus increases by 19.5%.展开更多
Alkali-free SiO_(2)-Al_(2)O_(3)-CaO-MgO with different SiO_(2)/Al_(2)O_(3)mass ratios was prepared by conventional melt quenching method.The glass network structure,thermodynamic properties and elastic modulus changes...Alkali-free SiO_(2)-Al_(2)O_(3)-CaO-MgO with different SiO_(2)/Al_(2)O_(3)mass ratios was prepared by conventional melt quenching method.The glass network structure,thermodynamic properties and elastic modulus changes with SiO_(2)and Al_(2)O_(3)ratios were investigated using various techniques.It is found that when SiO_(2)is replaced by Al_(2)O_(3),the Q^(4) to Q^(3) transition of silicon-oxygen network decreases while the aluminum-oxygen network increases,which result in the transformation of Si-O-Si bonds to Si-O-Al bonds and an increase in glass network connectivity even though the intermolecular bond strength decreases.The glass transition temperature(T_(g))increases continuously,while the thermal expansion coefficient increases and high-temperature viscosity first decreases and then increases.Meanwhile,the elastic modulus values increase from 93 to 102 GPa.This indicates that the elastic modulus is mainly affected by packing factor and dissociation energy,and elements with higher packing factors and dissociation energies supplant those with lower values,resulting in increased rigidity within the glass.展开更多
Conductor materials with good mechanical performance as well as high electrical and thermal conductivities are particularly important to break through the current bottle-neck limit(~ 100 T) of pulsed magnets. Here, we...Conductor materials with good mechanical performance as well as high electrical and thermal conductivities are particularly important to break through the current bottle-neck limit(~ 100 T) of pulsed magnets. Here, we perform systematic studies on the elastic properties of the Cu–6wt% Ag alloy wire, which is a promising candidate material for the new-generation pulsed magnets, by employing two independent ultrasonic techniques, i.e., resonant ultrasound spectroscopy(RUS) and ultrasound pulse-echo experiments. Our RUS measurements manifest that the elastic properties of the Cu–6wt% Ag alloy wires can be improved by an electroplastic drawing procedure as compared with the conventional cold drawing. We also take this opportunity to test the availability of our newly-built ultrasound pulse-echo facility at the Wuhan National High Magnetic Field Center(WHMFC, China), and the results suggest that the elastic performance of the electroplastically-drawn Cu–6wt% Ag alloy wire remains excellent without anomalous softening under extreme conditions,e.g., in ultra-high magnetic field up to 50 T and nitrogen or helium cryogenic liquids.展开更多
BACKGROUND A total of 100 patients diagnosed with mixed hemorrhoids from October 2022 to September 2023 in our hospital were randomly divided into groups by dice rolling and compared with the efficacy of different tre...BACKGROUND A total of 100 patients diagnosed with mixed hemorrhoids from October 2022 to September 2023 in our hospital were randomly divided into groups by dice rolling and compared with the efficacy of different treatment options.AIM To analyze the clinical effect and prognosis of mixed hemorrhoids treated with polidocanol injection combined with automatic elastic thread ligation operation(RPH).METHODS A total of 100 patients with mixed hemorrhoids who visited our hospital from October 2022 to September 2023 were selected and randomly divided into the control group(n=50)and the treatment group(n=50)by rolling the dice.The procedure for prolapse and hemorrhoids(PPH)was adopted in the control group,while polidocanol foam injection+RPH was adopted in the treatment group.The therapeutic effects,operation time,wound healing time,hospital stay,pain situation(24 hours post-operative pain score,first defecation pain score),quality of life(QOL),incidence of complications(post-operative hemorrhage,edema,infection),incidence of anal stenosis 3 months post-operatively and recurrence rate 1 year post-operatively of the two groups were compared.RESULTS Compared with the control group,the total effective rate of treatment group was higher,and the difference was significant(P<0.05).The operation time/wound healing time/hospital stay in the treatment group were shorter than those in the control group(P<0.05).The pain scores at 24 hours after operation/first defecation pain score of the treatment group was significantly lower than those in the control group(P<0.05).After surgery,the QOL scores of the two groups decreased,with the treatment group having higher scores than that of the control group(P<0.05).Compared with the control group,the incidence of postoperative complications in the treatment group was lower,and the difference was significant(P<0.05);However,there was no significant difference in the incidence of postoperative bleeding between the two groups(P>0.05);There was no significant difference in the incidence of anal stenosis 3 months after operation and the recurrence rate 1 year after operation between the two groups(P>0.05).CONCLUSION For patients with mixed hemorrhoids,the therapeutic effect achieved by using polidocanol injection combined with RPH was better.The wounds of the patients healed faster,the postoperative pain was milder,QOL improved,and the incidence of complications was lower,and the short-term and long-term prognosis was good.展开更多
The incomplete understanding of nanoscale surface interactions arising from underlying atomistic long-range forces limits our ability to simulate and design their performance. In this paper, the surface elasticity is ...The incomplete understanding of nanoscale surface interactions arising from underlying atomistic long-range forces limits our ability to simulate and design their performance. In this paper, the surface elasticity is constructed from underlying atomistic nonlocal interactions in spherical nanoparticles. By introducing an intrinsic length scale,we quantify the surface region thickness, and demonstrate the progressive elastic modulus transition caused by asymmetric atomistic nonlocal interactions. The universal surface scaling law, relating the intrinsic length scale to the particle dimensions, is established, and a surface-dominated criterion is developed for quantifying the transition to the surfacedominated behaviors. The model is thoroughly validated through the molecular static simulations and experimental data with the material-specific intrinsic length constants.展开更多
The reduced elastic modulus Er and indentation hardness HIT of various brittle solids including ceramics,semiconductors,glasses,single crystals,and laser material were evaluated using nanoindentation.Various analysis ...The reduced elastic modulus Er and indentation hardness HIT of various brittle solids including ceramics,semiconductors,glasses,single crystals,and laser material were evaluated using nanoindentation.Various analysis procedures were compared such as Oliver&Pharr and nominal hardness-based methods,which require area function of the indenter,and other methods based on energy,displacement,contact depth,and contact stiffness,which do not require calibration of the indenter.Elastic recovery of the imprint by the Knoop indenter was also utilized to evaluate elastic moduli of brittle solids.Expressions relating HIT/Er and dimensionless nanoindentation variables(e.g.,the ratio of elastic work over total work and the ratio of permanent displacement over maximum displacement)are found to be nonlinear rather than linear for brittle solids.The plastic hardness Hp of brittle solids(except traditional glasses)extracted based on Er is found to be proportional to E_(r)√H_(IT).展开更多
This paper proposes an efficient strategy for resource utilization in Elastic Optical Networks (EONs) to minimize spectrum fragmentation and reduce connection blocking probability during Routing and Spectrum Allocatio...This paper proposes an efficient strategy for resource utilization in Elastic Optical Networks (EONs) to minimize spectrum fragmentation and reduce connection blocking probability during Routing and Spectrum Allocation (RSA). The proposed method, Dynamic Threshold-Based Routing and Spectrum Allocation with Fragmentation Awareness (DT-RSAF), integrates rerouting and spectrum defragmentation as needed. By leveraging Yen’s shortest path algorithm, DT-RSAF enhances resource utilization while ensuring improved service continuity. A dynamic threshold mechanism enables the algorithm to adapt to varying network conditions, while its fragmentation awareness effectively mitigates spectrum fragmentation. Simulation results on NSFNET and COST 239 topologies demonstrate that DT-RSAF significantly outperforms methods such as K-Shortest Path Routing and Spectrum Allocation (KSP-RSA), Load Balanced and Fragmentation-Aware (LBFA), and the Invasive Weed Optimization-based RSA (IWO-RSA). Under heavy traffic, DT-RSAF reduces the blocking probability by up to 15% and achieves lower Bandwidth Fragmentation Ratios (BFR), ranging from 74% to 75%, compared to 77% - 80% for KSP-RSA, 75% - 77% for LBFA, and approximately 76% for IWO-RSA. DT-RSAF also demonstrated reasonable computation times compared to KSP-RSA, LBFA, and IWO-RSA. On a small-sized network, its computation time was 8710 times faster than that of Integer Linear Programming (ILP) on the same network topology. Additionally, it achieved a similar execution time to LBFA and outperformed IWO-RSA in terms of efficiency. These results highlight DT-RSAF’s capability to maintain large contiguous frequency blocks, making it highly effective for accommodating high-bandwidth requests in EONs while maintaining reasonable execution times.展开更多
Elastic electronics are increasingly prevalent in information storage,smart sensing and health monitoring due to their softness,stretchability and portability.Wearable electronic devices should possess elasticity and ...Elastic electronics are increasingly prevalent in information storage,smart sensing and health monitoring due to their softness,stretchability and portability.Wearable electronic devices should possess elasticity and stretchability that align with biological tissues.Specifically,their materials should be capable of elastic strain up to 50–80%,while the devices themselves must maintain electric stability under strains that accommodate body movements[1].展开更多
The study of collision between metastable positronium(Ps)and antihydrogen(H)is crucial for precision experiments involving H.In this paper,we investigate the elastic scattering between H and Ps(2s)by combining the con...The study of collision between metastable positronium(Ps)and antihydrogen(H)is crucial for precision experiments involving H.In this paper,we investigate the elastic scattering between H and Ps(2s)by combining the confined variational method with the projection method,for scattering energies from 0.0245 eV to 0.068 eV.Our calculations provide accurate phase shifts and cross sections for the 1,3S and 1,3P symmetries.Near the binding threshold,the rapid increase in the total cross section may be attributed to the P-wave resonance effect.Additionally,we determined the S-wave scattering lengths to be 9.34 a_(0)and 5.81 a_(0)for singlet and triplet elastic scattering,respectively.展开更多
This work investigates the indentation response of an elastic plate resting upon a thin,transversely isotropic elastic layer supported by a rigid substrate.Such a scenario is encountered across a range of length scale...This work investigates the indentation response of an elastic plate resting upon a thin,transversely isotropic elastic layer supported by a rigid substrate.Such a scenario is encountered across a range of length scales from piezoresistive tests on graphite nanoflakes to the bending of floating ice shelves atop seabed,where the elastic layer commonly exhibits certain anisotropy.We first develop an approximate model to describe the elastic response of a transversely isotropic layer by exploiting the slenderness of the layer.We show that this approximate model can be reduced to the classic compressible Winkler foundation model as the elastic constants of the layer are set isotropic.We then investigate the combined response of an elastic plate on the transversely isotropic elastic layer.Facilitated by the simplicity of our proposed approximate model,we can derive simple analytical solutions for the cases of small and large indenter radi.The analytical results agree well with numerical calculations obtained via finite element methods,as long as the system is sufficiently slender in a mechanical sense.These results offer quantitative insights into the mechanical behavior of numerous semiconductor materials characterized by transverse isotropy and employed with slender geometries in various practical applications where the thin layer works as conductive and functional layers.展开更多
Rubberized concrete is one of the most studied applications of discarded tires and offers a promising approach to developing materials with enhanced properties.The rubberized concrete mixture results in a reduced modu...Rubberized concrete is one of the most studied applications of discarded tires and offers a promising approach to developing materials with enhanced properties.The rubberized concrete mixture results in a reduced modulus of elasticity and a reduced compressive and tensile strength compared to traditional concrete.This study employs finite element simulations to investigate the elastic properties of rubberized mortar(RuM),considering the influence of inclusion stiffness and interfacial debonding.Different homogenization schemes,including Voigt,Reuss,and mean-field approaches,are implemented using DIGIMAT and ANSYS.Furthermore,the influence of the interfacial transition zone(ITZ)between mortar and rubber is analyzed by periodic homogenization.Subsequently,the influence of the ITZ is examined through a linear fracture analysis with the stress intensity factor as a key parameter,using the ANSYS SMART crack growth tool.Finally,a non-linear study in FEniCS is carried out to predict the strength of the composite material through a compression test.Comparisons with high density polyethylene(HDPE)and gravel inclusions show that increasing inclusion stiffness enhances compressive strength far more effectively than simply improving the mortar/rubber bond.Indeed,when the inclusions are much softer than the surrounding matrix,any benefit gained on the elastic modulus or strength from stronger interfacial adhesion becomes almost negligible.This study provide numerical evidence that tailoring the rubber’s intrinsic stiffness—not merely strengthening the rubber/mortar interface—is a decisive factor for improving the mechanical performance of RuM.展开更多
The successful development of shale oil and gas reservoirs is the biggest technological revolution in the oil and gas industry.Its key technologies are horizontal well drilling and fracturing,which are based on unders...The successful development of shale oil and gas reservoirs is the biggest technological revolution in the oil and gas industry.Its key technologies are horizontal well drilling and fracturing,which are based on understanding the mechanical properties of reservoir rocks.Therefore,it is critical to obtain the reservoir mechanical parameters quickly,efficiently,and inexpensively.In this study,shale samples were collected from three basins in Southwest China,and the elastic modulus of shale in the indentation depth range of 0-5000 nm was obtained by nanoindentation experiments.Experimental results showed that different indentation depths had different physical characteristics.The shallower depths had the mechanical properties of single minerals,while the deeper depths had the mechanical properties of a multi-mineral composite.The difference between the two represented the cementation strength between the mineral particles.The error between the calculation results of the existing equivalent medium theoretical model and experimental data reached 324%.In this study,a weak cementation model was adopted,and three parameters obtained by nanoindentation experiments were considered:the soft component volume content,intergranular cementation strength,and mineral particle size.This solved the problem of assuming rather than calculating the values of some parameters in the existing model and realized the prediction of the macroscopic mechanical parameters of shale.The calculation error was reduced to less than 20%,and the test method and calculation model can be popularized and applied in engineering.展开更多
The increasing integration of small-scale structures in engineering,particularly in Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems(MEMS),necessitates advanced modeling approaches to accurately capture their complex mechanical behav...The increasing integration of small-scale structures in engineering,particularly in Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems(MEMS),necessitates advanced modeling approaches to accurately capture their complex mechanical behavior.Classical continuum theories are inadequate at micro-and nanoscales,particularly concerning size effects,singularities,and phenomena like strain softening or phase transitions.This limitation follows from their lack of intrinsic length scale parameters,crucial for representingmicrostructural features.Theoretical and experimental findings emphasize the critical role of these parameters on small scales.This review thoroughly examines various strain gradient elasticity(SGE)theories commonly employed in literature to capture these size-dependent effects on the elastic response.Given the complexity arising from numerous SGE frameworks available in the literature,including first-and second-order gradient theories,we conduct a comprehensive and comparative analysis of common SGE models.This analysis highlights their unique physical interpretations and compares their effectiveness in modeling the size-dependent behavior of low-dimensional structures.A brief discussion on estimating additional material constants,such as intrinsic length scales,is also included to improve the practical relevance of SGE.Following this theoretical treatment,the review covers analytical and numerical methods for solving the associated higher-order governing differential equations.Finally,we present a detailed overview of strain gradient applications in multiscale andmultiphysics response of solids.Interesting research on exploring the relevance of SGE for reduced-order modeling of complex macrostructures,a universal multiphysics coupling in low-dimensional structures without being restricted to limited material symmetries(as in the case of microstructures),is also presented here for interested readers.Finally,we briefly discuss alternative nonlocal elasticity approaches(integral and integro-differential)for incorporating size effects,and conclude with some potential areas for future research on strain gradients.This review aims to provide a clear understanding of strain gradient theories and their broad applicability beyond classical elasticity.展开更多
Surface energy is essential to the understanding of micro-mechanics for heterogeneous composites.To investigate the effective elasticity and fracture behaviors,we derive an effective surface energy based on Eshelby’s...Surface energy is essential to the understanding of micro-mechanics for heterogeneous composites.To investigate the effective elasticity and fracture behaviors,we derive an effective surface energy based on Eshelby’s equivalent inclusion theory.Within a unified theoretical framework,the effective surface energy predicts the fundamentals from elasticity to fracture,and reproduces classical homogenization methods and phase field models.The influences of elastic heterogeneity and size effects are analyzed in depth.Using the surface energy formulation,a computational model is developed by minimizing the deviation of effective elastic modulus from experimental observation.To validate our theoretical prediction,numerical simulations under tension and shear loadings for monodisperse and bidisperse particulate systems are performed,which agree well with experimental evidences.Local debondings nucleate and initiate at the inclusion-matrix interfaces,then develop into multiple interacting cracks and shear bands,thereby greatly promotes the process of fracture.展开更多
In engineering practice,there are many factors causing the vibration to which rods are usually subjected.Generally,the vibration of elastic rods motivated by determined vibration excitations can be controlled effectiv...In engineering practice,there are many factors causing the vibration to which rods are usually subjected.Generally,the vibration of elastic rods motivated by determined vibration excitations can be controlled effectively.However,the working frequency of vibration excitation may vary due to environmental changes,the working conditions of equipment,and other factors.Consequently,it remains a challenge to restrict the longitudinal vibration of elastic rods within a wide frequency band.In order to meet the relevant engineering requirements and address the existing limitations,the longitudinal vibration control of an elastic rod within a wide frequency band is explored in this study through an adjustable stiffness internal support.To achieve this purpose,the variable stiffness longitudinal vibration control theory of the elastic rod is validated.The model of an adjustable stiffness internal support is designed,constructed,and tested,demonstrating that the stiffness coefficients of the adjustable stiffness internal support can be effectively controlled.Through the adjustable stiffness internal support,the experiment on longitudinal vibration control of the elastic rod is designed and performed.It leads to the conclusion that the adjustable stiffness internal support within the adjustable working region is effective in restricting the longitudinal vibration within a wide frequency band of the elastic rod.Furthermore,the existence of the adjustable working region in the experiment demonstrates the effectiveness of the adjustable stiffness internal support intended for the variable stiffness longitudinal vibration control of an elastic rod.To sum up,this study provides insights into an adjustable stiffness mechanism for applying the theory of variable stiffness longitudinal vibration control on an elastic rod in engineering practice.展开更多
Figure 3 in the paper[Chin.Phys.B 34020701(2025)]contains an axis labeling error.The revised figure is provided.This modification does not affect the result presented in the paper.
Steel-concrete composite beams,due to their superior mechanical properties,are widely utilized in engineering structures.This study systematically investigates the calculation methods for internal forces and load-bear...Steel-concrete composite beams,due to their superior mechanical properties,are widely utilized in engineering structures.This study systematically investigates the calculation methods for internal forces and load-bearing capacity of composite beams based on elastic theory,with a focus on the transformed section method and its application under varying neutral axis positions.By deriving the geometric characteristics of the transformed section and incorporating a reduction factor accounting for slip effects,a computational model for sectional stress and ultimate load-bearing capacity is established.The results demonstrate that the slip effect significantly influences the flexural load-bearing capacity of composite beams.The proposed reduction factor,which considers the influence of the steel beam’s top flange thickness,offers higher accuracy compared to traditional methods.These findings provide a theoretical foundation for the design and analysis of composite beams,with significant practical engineering value.展开更多
Magnesium and its compounds are recognized as favorable materials for structural uses,primarily due to their lightweight nature and remarkable specific strength.This research employed first-principles methodologies to...Magnesium and its compounds are recognized as favorable materials for structural uses,primarily due to their lightweight nature and remarkable specific strength.This research employed first-principles methodologies to investigate how pressure affects the crystal structure along with the elastic and thermodynamic characteristics of MgXY_(2)(X=Zn,Cd,and Y=Ag,Au,Cu)compounds.All analyses were implemented via the Perdew-Burke-Ernzerhof variant of the Generalized Gradient Approximation alongside a plane-wave ultrasoft pseudopotential approach.The findings on the elastic constants indicated that these MgXY_(2)compounds have maintained their stability at pressures up to 500 kBar.These constants informed detailed assessments of properties like elastic modulus,Poisson’s ratio,Vickers hardness,and material anisotropy.The Quantum Espresso software was utilized to calculate melting points,Debye temperature,and minimum thermal conductivity values.A temperature range spanning from 0 to 800 K allowed for an evaluation of vibrational energy,free energy,entropy,and specific heat capacity metrics.The anticipated physical attributes suggest significant potential for these magnesium compounds in biomedical fields.展开更多
基金Funded by State Railway Administration Research Project(No.2023JS007)National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52438002)+1 种基金Research and Development Programs for Science and Technology of China Railways Corporation(No.J2023G003)New Cornerstone Science Foundation through the XPLORER PRIZE。
文摘To investigate the influence of coarse aggregate parent rock properties on the elastic modulus of concrete,the mineralogical properties and stress-strain curves of granite and dolomite parent rocks,as well as the strength and elastic modulus of mortar and concrete prepared with mechanism aggregates of the corresponding lithology,and the stress-strain curves of concrete were investigated.In this paper,a coarse aggregate and mortar matrix bonding assumption is proposed,and a prediction model for the elastic modulus of mortar is established by considering the lithology of the mechanism sand and the slurry components.An equivalent coarse aggregate elastic modulus model was established by considering factors such as coarse aggregate particle size,volume fraction,and mortar thickness between coarse aggregates.Based on the elastic modulus of the equivalent coarse aggregate and the remaining mortar,a prediction model for the elastic modulus of the two and three components of concrete in series and then in parallel was established,and the predicted values differed from the measured values within 10%.It is proposed that the coarse aggregate elastic modulus in highstrength concrete is the most critical factor affecting the elastic modulus of concrete,and as the coarse aggregate elastic modulus increases by 27.7%,the concrete elastic modulus increases by 19.5%.
基金Supported by the National Key Research Program(No.2024-1129-954-112)National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52372033)Guangxi Science and Technology Major Program(No.AA24263054)。
文摘Alkali-free SiO_(2)-Al_(2)O_(3)-CaO-MgO with different SiO_(2)/Al_(2)O_(3)mass ratios was prepared by conventional melt quenching method.The glass network structure,thermodynamic properties and elastic modulus changes with SiO_(2)and Al_(2)O_(3)ratios were investigated using various techniques.It is found that when SiO_(2)is replaced by Al_(2)O_(3),the Q^(4) to Q^(3) transition of silicon-oxygen network decreases while the aluminum-oxygen network increases,which result in the transformation of Si-O-Si bonds to Si-O-Al bonds and an increase in glass network connectivity even though the intermolecular bond strength decreases.The glass transition temperature(T_(g))increases continuously,while the thermal expansion coefficient increases and high-temperature viscosity first decreases and then increases.Meanwhile,the elastic modulus values increase from 93 to 102 GPa.This indicates that the elastic modulus is mainly affected by packing factor and dissociation energy,and elements with higher packing factors and dissociation energies supplant those with lower values,resulting in increased rigidity within the glass.
基金Project supported by the National Key R&D Program of China (Grant Nos. 2022YFA1602602 and 2023YFA1609600)the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant No. U23A20580)+3 种基金the open research fund of Songshan Lake Materials Laboratory (Grant No. 2022SLABFN27)Beijing National Laboratory for Condensed Matter Physics (Grant No. 2024BNLCMPKF004)Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation (Grant No. 2022B1515120020)the interdisciplinary program of Wuhan National High Magnetic Field Center at Huazhong University of Science and Technology (Grant No. WHMFC202132)。
文摘Conductor materials with good mechanical performance as well as high electrical and thermal conductivities are particularly important to break through the current bottle-neck limit(~ 100 T) of pulsed magnets. Here, we perform systematic studies on the elastic properties of the Cu–6wt% Ag alloy wire, which is a promising candidate material for the new-generation pulsed magnets, by employing two independent ultrasonic techniques, i.e., resonant ultrasound spectroscopy(RUS) and ultrasound pulse-echo experiments. Our RUS measurements manifest that the elastic properties of the Cu–6wt% Ag alloy wires can be improved by an electroplastic drawing procedure as compared with the conventional cold drawing. We also take this opportunity to test the availability of our newly-built ultrasound pulse-echo facility at the Wuhan National High Magnetic Field Center(WHMFC, China), and the results suggest that the elastic performance of the electroplastically-drawn Cu–6wt% Ag alloy wire remains excellent without anomalous softening under extreme conditions,e.g., in ultra-high magnetic field up to 50 T and nitrogen or helium cryogenic liquids.
文摘BACKGROUND A total of 100 patients diagnosed with mixed hemorrhoids from October 2022 to September 2023 in our hospital were randomly divided into groups by dice rolling and compared with the efficacy of different treatment options.AIM To analyze the clinical effect and prognosis of mixed hemorrhoids treated with polidocanol injection combined with automatic elastic thread ligation operation(RPH).METHODS A total of 100 patients with mixed hemorrhoids who visited our hospital from October 2022 to September 2023 were selected and randomly divided into the control group(n=50)and the treatment group(n=50)by rolling the dice.The procedure for prolapse and hemorrhoids(PPH)was adopted in the control group,while polidocanol foam injection+RPH was adopted in the treatment group.The therapeutic effects,operation time,wound healing time,hospital stay,pain situation(24 hours post-operative pain score,first defecation pain score),quality of life(QOL),incidence of complications(post-operative hemorrhage,edema,infection),incidence of anal stenosis 3 months post-operatively and recurrence rate 1 year post-operatively of the two groups were compared.RESULTS Compared with the control group,the total effective rate of treatment group was higher,and the difference was significant(P<0.05).The operation time/wound healing time/hospital stay in the treatment group were shorter than those in the control group(P<0.05).The pain scores at 24 hours after operation/first defecation pain score of the treatment group was significantly lower than those in the control group(P<0.05).After surgery,the QOL scores of the two groups decreased,with the treatment group having higher scores than that of the control group(P<0.05).Compared with the control group,the incidence of postoperative complications in the treatment group was lower,and the difference was significant(P<0.05);However,there was no significant difference in the incidence of postoperative bleeding between the two groups(P>0.05);There was no significant difference in the incidence of anal stenosis 3 months after operation and the recurrence rate 1 year after operation between the two groups(P>0.05).CONCLUSION For patients with mixed hemorrhoids,the therapeutic effect achieved by using polidocanol injection combined with RPH was better.The wounds of the patients healed faster,the postoperative pain was milder,QOL improved,and the incidence of complications was lower,and the short-term and long-term prognosis was good.
基金Project supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (No.52175095)。
文摘The incomplete understanding of nanoscale surface interactions arising from underlying atomistic long-range forces limits our ability to simulate and design their performance. In this paper, the surface elasticity is constructed from underlying atomistic nonlocal interactions in spherical nanoparticles. By introducing an intrinsic length scale,we quantify the surface region thickness, and demonstrate the progressive elastic modulus transition caused by asymmetric atomistic nonlocal interactions. The universal surface scaling law, relating the intrinsic length scale to the particle dimensions, is established, and a surface-dominated criterion is developed for quantifying the transition to the surfacedominated behaviors. The model is thoroughly validated through the molecular static simulations and experimental data with the material-specific intrinsic length constants.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant No.51705082)Fujian Provincial Minjiang Scholar Program (Grant No.0020-510759)+1 种基金Qishan Sholar program in Fuzhou University (Grant No.0020-650289)Fuzhou University Testing Fund of precious apparatus (Grant No.2023T018).
文摘The reduced elastic modulus Er and indentation hardness HIT of various brittle solids including ceramics,semiconductors,glasses,single crystals,and laser material were evaluated using nanoindentation.Various analysis procedures were compared such as Oliver&Pharr and nominal hardness-based methods,which require area function of the indenter,and other methods based on energy,displacement,contact depth,and contact stiffness,which do not require calibration of the indenter.Elastic recovery of the imprint by the Knoop indenter was also utilized to evaluate elastic moduli of brittle solids.Expressions relating HIT/Er and dimensionless nanoindentation variables(e.g.,the ratio of elastic work over total work and the ratio of permanent displacement over maximum displacement)are found to be nonlinear rather than linear for brittle solids.The plastic hardness Hp of brittle solids(except traditional glasses)extracted based on Er is found to be proportional to E_(r)√H_(IT).
文摘This paper proposes an efficient strategy for resource utilization in Elastic Optical Networks (EONs) to minimize spectrum fragmentation and reduce connection blocking probability during Routing and Spectrum Allocation (RSA). The proposed method, Dynamic Threshold-Based Routing and Spectrum Allocation with Fragmentation Awareness (DT-RSAF), integrates rerouting and spectrum defragmentation as needed. By leveraging Yen’s shortest path algorithm, DT-RSAF enhances resource utilization while ensuring improved service continuity. A dynamic threshold mechanism enables the algorithm to adapt to varying network conditions, while its fragmentation awareness effectively mitigates spectrum fragmentation. Simulation results on NSFNET and COST 239 topologies demonstrate that DT-RSAF significantly outperforms methods such as K-Shortest Path Routing and Spectrum Allocation (KSP-RSA), Load Balanced and Fragmentation-Aware (LBFA), and the Invasive Weed Optimization-based RSA (IWO-RSA). Under heavy traffic, DT-RSAF reduces the blocking probability by up to 15% and achieves lower Bandwidth Fragmentation Ratios (BFR), ranging from 74% to 75%, compared to 77% - 80% for KSP-RSA, 75% - 77% for LBFA, and approximately 76% for IWO-RSA. DT-RSAF also demonstrated reasonable computation times compared to KSP-RSA, LBFA, and IWO-RSA. On a small-sized network, its computation time was 8710 times faster than that of Integer Linear Programming (ILP) on the same network topology. Additionally, it achieved a similar execution time to LBFA and outperformed IWO-RSA in terms of efficiency. These results highlight DT-RSAF’s capability to maintain large contiguous frequency blocks, making it highly effective for accommodating high-bandwidth requests in EONs while maintaining reasonable execution times.
基金supported by generous grants from the Natural Science Foundation of Zhejiang Province(LR24E030003)Zhejiang Province Qianjiang Talent Program(ZJ-QJRC-2020-32).
文摘Elastic electronics are increasingly prevalent in information storage,smart sensing and health monitoring due to their softness,stretchability and portability.Wearable electronic devices should possess elasticity and stretchability that align with biological tissues.Specifically,their materials should be capable of elastic strain up to 50–80%,while the devices themselves must maintain electric stability under strains that accommodate body movements[1].
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China under Grant Nos.12174399,12147146 and 11934014by the Natural Science Foundation of Hainan Province under Grant No.122QN219+1 种基金through the Innovational Fund for Scientific and Technological Personnel of Hainan Provinceby the Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Provincial under Grant No.ZR2021QA046。
文摘The study of collision between metastable positronium(Ps)and antihydrogen(H)is crucial for precision experiments involving H.In this paper,we investigate the elastic scattering between H and Ps(2s)by combining the confined variational method with the projection method,for scattering energies from 0.0245 eV to 0.068 eV.Our calculations provide accurate phase shifts and cross sections for the 1,3S and 1,3P symmetries.Near the binding threshold,the rapid increase in the total cross section may be attributed to the P-wave resonance effect.Additionally,we determined the S-wave scattering lengths to be 9.34 a_(0)and 5.81 a_(0)for singlet and triplet elastic scattering,respectively.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(12372103)the Opening Fund of State Key Laboratory of Nonlinear Mechanics(Institute of Mechanics,CAS)the Fundamental Research Funds for Central Universities(Peking University).
文摘This work investigates the indentation response of an elastic plate resting upon a thin,transversely isotropic elastic layer supported by a rigid substrate.Such a scenario is encountered across a range of length scales from piezoresistive tests on graphite nanoflakes to the bending of floating ice shelves atop seabed,where the elastic layer commonly exhibits certain anisotropy.We first develop an approximate model to describe the elastic response of a transversely isotropic layer by exploiting the slenderness of the layer.We show that this approximate model can be reduced to the classic compressible Winkler foundation model as the elastic constants of the layer are set isotropic.We then investigate the combined response of an elastic plate on the transversely isotropic elastic layer.Facilitated by the simplicity of our proposed approximate model,we can derive simple analytical solutions for the cases of small and large indenter radi.The analytical results agree well with numerical calculations obtained via finite element methods,as long as the system is sufficiently slender in a mechanical sense.These results offer quantitative insights into the mechanical behavior of numerous semiconductor materials characterized by transverse isotropy and employed with slender geometries in various practical applications where the thin layer works as conductive and functional layers.
基金financial support from the Chilean National Agency for Research and Development(ANID),National Doctorate No.21212028financial support from ANID,FONDECYT Regular Research Project No.1221793.
文摘Rubberized concrete is one of the most studied applications of discarded tires and offers a promising approach to developing materials with enhanced properties.The rubberized concrete mixture results in a reduced modulus of elasticity and a reduced compressive and tensile strength compared to traditional concrete.This study employs finite element simulations to investigate the elastic properties of rubberized mortar(RuM),considering the influence of inclusion stiffness and interfacial debonding.Different homogenization schemes,including Voigt,Reuss,and mean-field approaches,are implemented using DIGIMAT and ANSYS.Furthermore,the influence of the interfacial transition zone(ITZ)between mortar and rubber is analyzed by periodic homogenization.Subsequently,the influence of the ITZ is examined through a linear fracture analysis with the stress intensity factor as a key parameter,using the ANSYS SMART crack growth tool.Finally,a non-linear study in FEniCS is carried out to predict the strength of the composite material through a compression test.Comparisons with high density polyethylene(HDPE)and gravel inclusions show that increasing inclusion stiffness enhances compressive strength far more effectively than simply improving the mortar/rubber bond.Indeed,when the inclusions are much softer than the surrounding matrix,any benefit gained on the elastic modulus or strength from stronger interfacial adhesion becomes almost negligible.This study provide numerical evidence that tailoring the rubber’s intrinsic stiffness—not merely strengthening the rubber/mortar interface—is a decisive factor for improving the mechanical performance of RuM.
基金supported by the Key R&D Program Project of Xinjiang Province(2024B01013)the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2022YFE0129800).
文摘The successful development of shale oil and gas reservoirs is the biggest technological revolution in the oil and gas industry.Its key technologies are horizontal well drilling and fracturing,which are based on understanding the mechanical properties of reservoir rocks.Therefore,it is critical to obtain the reservoir mechanical parameters quickly,efficiently,and inexpensively.In this study,shale samples were collected from three basins in Southwest China,and the elastic modulus of shale in the indentation depth range of 0-5000 nm was obtained by nanoindentation experiments.Experimental results showed that different indentation depths had different physical characteristics.The shallower depths had the mechanical properties of single minerals,while the deeper depths had the mechanical properties of a multi-mineral composite.The difference between the two represented the cementation strength between the mineral particles.The error between the calculation results of the existing equivalent medium theoretical model and experimental data reached 324%.In this study,a weak cementation model was adopted,and three parameters obtained by nanoindentation experiments were considered:the soft component volume content,intergranular cementation strength,and mineral particle size.This solved the problem of assuming rather than calculating the values of some parameters in the existing model and realized the prediction of the macroscopic mechanical parameters of shale.The calculation error was reduced to less than 20%,and the test method and calculation model can be popularized and applied in engineering.
基金support from the Anusandhan National Research Foundation(ANRF),erstwhile Science and Engineering Research Board(SERB),India,under the startup research grant program(SRG/2022/000566).
文摘The increasing integration of small-scale structures in engineering,particularly in Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems(MEMS),necessitates advanced modeling approaches to accurately capture their complex mechanical behavior.Classical continuum theories are inadequate at micro-and nanoscales,particularly concerning size effects,singularities,and phenomena like strain softening or phase transitions.This limitation follows from their lack of intrinsic length scale parameters,crucial for representingmicrostructural features.Theoretical and experimental findings emphasize the critical role of these parameters on small scales.This review thoroughly examines various strain gradient elasticity(SGE)theories commonly employed in literature to capture these size-dependent effects on the elastic response.Given the complexity arising from numerous SGE frameworks available in the literature,including first-and second-order gradient theories,we conduct a comprehensive and comparative analysis of common SGE models.This analysis highlights their unique physical interpretations and compares their effectiveness in modeling the size-dependent behavior of low-dimensional structures.A brief discussion on estimating additional material constants,such as intrinsic length scales,is also included to improve the practical relevance of SGE.Following this theoretical treatment,the review covers analytical and numerical methods for solving the associated higher-order governing differential equations.Finally,we present a detailed overview of strain gradient applications in multiscale andmultiphysics response of solids.Interesting research on exploring the relevance of SGE for reduced-order modeling of complex macrostructures,a universal multiphysics coupling in low-dimensional structures without being restricted to limited material symmetries(as in the case of microstructures),is also presented here for interested readers.Finally,we briefly discuss alternative nonlocal elasticity approaches(integral and integro-differential)for incorporating size effects,and conclude with some potential areas for future research on strain gradients.This review aims to provide a clear understanding of strain gradient theories and their broad applicability beyond classical elasticity.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.12172062 and 12588201).
文摘Surface energy is essential to the understanding of micro-mechanics for heterogeneous composites.To investigate the effective elasticity and fracture behaviors,we derive an effective surface energy based on Eshelby’s equivalent inclusion theory.Within a unified theoretical framework,the effective surface energy predicts the fundamentals from elasticity to fracture,and reproduces classical homogenization methods and phase field models.The influences of elastic heterogeneity and size effects are analyzed in depth.Using the surface energy formulation,a computational model is developed by minimizing the deviation of effective elastic modulus from experimental observation.To validate our theoretical prediction,numerical simulations under tension and shear loadings for monodisperse and bidisperse particulate systems are performed,which agree well with experimental evidences.Local debondings nucleate and initiate at the inclusion-matrix interfaces,then develop into multiple interacting cracks and shear bands,thereby greatly promotes the process of fracture.
基金Supported by the Fundamental Research Project of SIA(Grant No.2022JC1G04)National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.52401364 and 52205091)。
文摘In engineering practice,there are many factors causing the vibration to which rods are usually subjected.Generally,the vibration of elastic rods motivated by determined vibration excitations can be controlled effectively.However,the working frequency of vibration excitation may vary due to environmental changes,the working conditions of equipment,and other factors.Consequently,it remains a challenge to restrict the longitudinal vibration of elastic rods within a wide frequency band.In order to meet the relevant engineering requirements and address the existing limitations,the longitudinal vibration control of an elastic rod within a wide frequency band is explored in this study through an adjustable stiffness internal support.To achieve this purpose,the variable stiffness longitudinal vibration control theory of the elastic rod is validated.The model of an adjustable stiffness internal support is designed,constructed,and tested,demonstrating that the stiffness coefficients of the adjustable stiffness internal support can be effectively controlled.Through the adjustable stiffness internal support,the experiment on longitudinal vibration control of the elastic rod is designed and performed.It leads to the conclusion that the adjustable stiffness internal support within the adjustable working region is effective in restricting the longitudinal vibration within a wide frequency band of the elastic rod.Furthermore,the existence of the adjustable working region in the experiment demonstrates the effectiveness of the adjustable stiffness internal support intended for the variable stiffness longitudinal vibration control of an elastic rod.To sum up,this study provides insights into an adjustable stiffness mechanism for applying the theory of variable stiffness longitudinal vibration control on an elastic rod in engineering practice.
文摘Figure 3 in the paper[Chin.Phys.B 34020701(2025)]contains an axis labeling error.The revised figure is provided.This modification does not affect the result presented in the paper.
文摘Steel-concrete composite beams,due to their superior mechanical properties,are widely utilized in engineering structures.This study systematically investigates the calculation methods for internal forces and load-bearing capacity of composite beams based on elastic theory,with a focus on the transformed section method and its application under varying neutral axis positions.By deriving the geometric characteristics of the transformed section and incorporating a reduction factor accounting for slip effects,a computational model for sectional stress and ultimate load-bearing capacity is established.The results demonstrate that the slip effect significantly influences the flexural load-bearing capacity of composite beams.The proposed reduction factor,which considers the influence of the steel beam’s top flange thickness,offers higher accuracy compared to traditional methods.These findings provide a theoretical foundation for the design and analysis of composite beams,with significant practical engineering value.
基金support of the National Center for High Performance Computing(UHe M)#1012332022#。
文摘Magnesium and its compounds are recognized as favorable materials for structural uses,primarily due to their lightweight nature and remarkable specific strength.This research employed first-principles methodologies to investigate how pressure affects the crystal structure along with the elastic and thermodynamic characteristics of MgXY_(2)(X=Zn,Cd,and Y=Ag,Au,Cu)compounds.All analyses were implemented via the Perdew-Burke-Ernzerhof variant of the Generalized Gradient Approximation alongside a plane-wave ultrasoft pseudopotential approach.The findings on the elastic constants indicated that these MgXY_(2)compounds have maintained their stability at pressures up to 500 kBar.These constants informed detailed assessments of properties like elastic modulus,Poisson’s ratio,Vickers hardness,and material anisotropy.The Quantum Espresso software was utilized to calculate melting points,Debye temperature,and minimum thermal conductivity values.A temperature range spanning from 0 to 800 K allowed for an evaluation of vibrational energy,free energy,entropy,and specific heat capacity metrics.The anticipated physical attributes suggest significant potential for these magnesium compounds in biomedical fields.
