The isobaric vapor-liquid equilibrium data of systems of ethyl acetate<sub>(1)</sub>-n-octane<sub>(2)</sub> andisopropyl acetate<sub>(1)</sub>-n-octane<sub>(2)</sub...The isobaric vapor-liquid equilibrium data of systems of ethyl acetate<sub>(1)</sub>-n-octane<sub>(2)</sub> andisopropyl acetate<sub>(1)</sub>-n-octane<sub>(2)</sub> were determined at 0.0709 MPa and 0.1013 MPa by using a modifiedRose-Williams still.The experimental data were tested for thermodynamical consistency and correlatedsatisfactorily with p-T equation of state and Wilson equation.展开更多
Networked noncooperative games are investigated,where each player(or agent) plays with all other players in its neighborhood. Assume the evolution is based on the fact that each player uses its neighbors current infor...Networked noncooperative games are investigated,where each player(or agent) plays with all other players in its neighborhood. Assume the evolution is based on the fact that each player uses its neighbors current information to decide its next strategy. By using sub-neighborhood, the dynamics of the evolution is obtained. Then a method for calculating Nash equilibriums from mixed strategies of multi-players is proposed.The relationship between local Nash equilibriums based on individual neighborhoods and global Nash equilibriums of overall network is revealed. Then a technique is proposed to construct Nash equilibriums of an evolutionary game from its one step static Nash equilibriums. The basic tool of this approach is the semi-tensor product of matrices, which converts strategies into logical matrices and payoffs into pseudo-Boolean functions, then networked evolutionary games become discrete time dynamic systems.展开更多
From the viewpoint of game theory,this paper proposes a model that combines QoS index with price factor in overlay access networks,and uses the multinomial logit(MNL)to model the choice behaviour of users.Each service...From the viewpoint of game theory,this paper proposes a model that combines QoS index with price factor in overlay access networks,and uses the multinomial logit(MNL)to model the choice behaviour of users.Each service class is considered an independent and competitive entity offered by each provider,which aims at maximizing its own utility.Based on noncooperative game,we prove the existence and uniqueness of equilibriums between QoS levels and prices among various service classes,and demonstrate the properties of equilibriums.Finally,these results are verified via ntunerieal analysis.展开更多
The apoplast is a critical interface where plants and pathogens engage in biochemical confrontation.Within this shared extracellular space,plant defense responses provoke countermeasures from pathogens.We introduce ap...The apoplast is a critical interface where plants and pathogens engage in biochemical confrontation.Within this shared extracellular space,plant defense responses provoke countermeasures from pathogens.We introduce apoplastic interactive balance(AIB),a framework depicting the dynamic equilibrium that emerges from these interactions.AIB emphasizes that system-level functional stability arises from both balanced and divergent molecular strategies,with transient imbalances driving coevolutionary refinement.These interactions are classified into four modules:metabolites,proteins,small peptides,and extracellular vesicles(EVs).Across these modules,plants and pathogens deploy parallel molecular tactics shaped by adaptive coevolution.This conceptual view provides a foundation for hypothesis generation,comparative analysis among species,and the design of rational immune strategies.展开更多
In self-pollinating cereals such as rice,wheat,and barley,growing undefined mixtures of genotypes in genetic equilibrium was once standard practice when local populations(landraces)were used.The shift from landraces t...In self-pollinating cereals such as rice,wheat,and barley,growing undefined mixtures of genotypes in genetic equilibrium was once standard practice when local populations(landraces)were used.The shift from landraces to single-genotype varieties led to immediate gains in yield and quality,and over the past century,single-genotype crops have been highly successful.Nonetheless,several studies suggest that variety mixtures(i.e.,two or more consciously selected genotypes of the same crop grown together)may offer advantages over single-genotype varieties(Borg et al.,2018;Kopp et al.,2023).展开更多
The equilibrium dynamics and nonlinear rheology of unentangled polymer blends remain inadequately understood,especially regarding the influence of short-chain matrix length N_(S) on the structure and rheological behav...The equilibrium dynamics and nonlinear rheology of unentangled polymer blends remain inadequately understood,especially regarding the influence of short-chain matrix length N_(S) on the structure and rheological behavior of dispersed long chains.Using molecular dynamics simulations based on the Kremer-Grest model,we systematically explore the N_(S)-dependence of static conformations,equilibrium dynamics,and nonlinear shear responses in unentangled long-chain/short-chain polymer blends.Our results demonstrate a decoupling between the static and dynamic sensitivity to N_(S):while the static chain size,R_g,follows Flory theory with slight swelling at small N_(S) due to incomplete excluded volume screening,the diffusion coefficient,D,and the relaxation time,τ_(0),exhibit a strong,non-monotonic N_(S)-dependence,transitioning from monomeric friction dominance at small N_(S) to collective segmental rearrangement at large N_(S).Additionally,we observe partial decoupling between the viscous and normal stress responses:while the zero-shear viscosity,η,is strongly N_(S)-dependent,the first and second normal stress coefficients,Ψ_(1) and Ψ_(2),collapse onto universal curves when scaled by the dimensionless shear rate,γτ_(0),suggesting a common mechanism of orientation and stretching.Under shear,long chains compress in the vorticity direction λ_(z)~Wi^(-0.2),which reduces collision frequency and contributes to shear thinning,while the scaling of weaker orientation resistance m_(G)~Wi^(0.35)reflects hydrodynamic screening by the short-chain matrix.These findings highlight the limitations of single-chain models and emphasize the necessity of considering N_(S)-dependent matrix dynamics and flow-induced structural changes in understanding the rheology of unentangled polymer blends.展开更多
The intrinsic pressure framework,which treats self-propelling force as an external force,provides a convenient and consistent description of mechanical equilibrium in active matter.However,direct experimental evidence...The intrinsic pressure framework,which treats self-propelling force as an external force,provides a convenient and consistent description of mechanical equilibrium in active matter.However,direct experimental evidence is still lacking.To validate this framework,here we employ a programmable robotic platform,where a single light-controlled wheeled robot travels in an activity landscape.Our experiments quantitatively demonstrate that the intrinsic pressure difference across the activity interface is balanced by the emerged polarization force.This result unambiguously confirms the theoretical predictions,thus validating the intrinsic pressure framework and laying the experimental foundation for the intrinsic pressure-based mechanical description of dry active matter.展开更多
The application of the non equilibrium stage model to the multicomponent, non ideal liquid liquid extraction process is described in this paper. Pilot plant experiments and a commercial process of aromatic separati...The application of the non equilibrium stage model to the multicomponent, non ideal liquid liquid extraction process is described in this paper. Pilot plant experiments and a commercial process of aromatic separation by sulfolane in sieve tray extraction columns were chosen as examples to show the advantages and benefits of the non equilibrium stage model over the conventional model.展开更多
Reaction of the non-substituted/substituted unsymmetric pinene-derived complex[Pt(N^C^N')Cl]with the aryl isocyanide 2,6-dimethylphenyl isocyanide(CNXyl)afforded a mixture of two isomeric species:the ionic complex...Reaction of the non-substituted/substituted unsymmetric pinene-derived complex[Pt(N^C^N')Cl]with the aryl isocyanide 2,6-dimethylphenyl isocyanide(CNXyl)afforded a mixture of two isomeric species:the ionic complex[Pt(κ^(3)-N^C^N')(CNXyl)]Cl([A]Cl)and the molecular complex[Pt(κ^(2)-N^C^N')(CNXyl)Cl](B).Isomer B was almost the dominating product.The structures of the isomer B derivatives bearing-CF_(3)and-Cl substituents on the pyridine ring of the pinene moiety(5B and 7B,respectively)have been confirmed by single-crystal X-ray diffraction,revealing a slightly distorted square planar geometry with trans-N_(N^C^N'),CNR configuration(The terminal N atom of theκ^(2)-N^C^N'ligand is trans to the isocyanide ligand CNXyl.).Isomer B is thermodynamically more stable,as confirmed by theoretical calculations.CCDC:2416415,5B;2416414,7B.展开更多
Dear Editor,This letter addresses the impulse game problem for a general scope of deterministic,multi-player,nonzero-sum differential games wherein all participants adopt impulse controls.Our objective is to formulate...Dear Editor,This letter addresses the impulse game problem for a general scope of deterministic,multi-player,nonzero-sum differential games wherein all participants adopt impulse controls.Our objective is to formulate this impulse game problem with the modified objective function including interaction costs among the players in a discontinuous fashion,and subsequently,to derive a verification theorem for identifying the feedback Nash equilibrium strategy.展开更多
Non-precious metal cobalt-based oxide inevitably dissolves for acid oxygen evolution reaction(OER).Designing an efficient deposition channel for leaching cobalt species is a promising approach.The dissolution-depositi...Non-precious metal cobalt-based oxide inevitably dissolves for acid oxygen evolution reaction(OER).Designing an efficient deposition channel for leaching cobalt species is a promising approach.The dissolution-deposition equilibrium of Co is achieved by doping Mn in the lattice of LaCo_(1-x)Mn_(x)O_(3),prolonging the lifespan in acidic conditions by 14 times.The lattice doping of Mn produces a strain that enhances the adsorption capacity of OH^(-).The self-catalysis of Mn causes the leaching Co to be deposited in the form of CoO_(2),which ensures that the long-term stability of LaCo_(1-x)Mn_(x)O_(3)is 70 h instead of 5 h for LaCoO_(3).Mn doping enhances the deprotonation of^(*)OOH→O_(2)in acidic environments.Notably,the over-potential of optimized LaCo_(1-x)Mn_(x)O_(3)is 345 mV at 10 mA cm^(-2)for acidic OER.This work presents a promising method for developing noble metal-free catalysts that enhance the acidic OER activity and stability.展开更多
This paper designs distributed Nash equilibrium seeking strategies for heterogeneous dynamic cyber-physical systems.In particular, we are concerned with parametric uncertainties in the control channel of the players. ...This paper designs distributed Nash equilibrium seeking strategies for heterogeneous dynamic cyber-physical systems.In particular, we are concerned with parametric uncertainties in the control channel of the players. Moreover, the weights on communication links can be compromised by time-varying uncertainties, which can result from possibly malicious attacks,faults and disturbances. To deal with the unavailability of measurement of optimization errors, an output observer is constructed,based on which adaptive laws are designed to compensate for physical uncertainties. With adaptive laws, a new distributed Nash equilibrium seeking strategy is designed by further integrating consensus protocols and gradient search algorithms.Moreover, to further accommodate compromised communication weights resulting from cyber-uncertainties, the coupling strengths of the consensus module are designed to be adaptive. As a byproduct, the coupling strengths are independent of any global information. With theoretical investigations, it is proven that the proposed strategies are resilient to these uncertainties and players' actions are convergent to the Nash equilibrium. Simulation examples are given to numerically validate the effectiveness of the proposed strategies.展开更多
1.Introduction Various geological phenomena on the surface and in the interior of the Earth,as well as their associated physical and chemical pro-cesses,are closely correlated with the action of in situ rock stress[1-...1.Introduction Various geological phenomena on the surface and in the interior of the Earth,as well as their associated physical and chemical pro-cesses,are closely correlated with the action of in situ rock stress[1-5].Understanding the rock stress state at great depths is not only an indispensable foundation for solving scientific problems associated with geology,geophysics,and geodynamics-such as plate-driving mechanisms,the earth’s energy equilibrium,earth-quake mechanisms,and tectonic activities-but also a necessary prerequisite for the evaluation,exploitation,and disposal of deep energy and resources,such as coal and metal minerals.Due to the complexity and uncertainty of the origin of in situ rock stress,it is a difficult quantity to evaluate,in comparison with other rock properties.Currently,reliable information on the stress state in a region can only be determined through field stress measurement.Therefore,a variety of stress measurement techniques have been developed and applied worldwide to provide information on crus-tal contemporary stress at specific depth ranges[6].展开更多
Dear Editor,This letter presents a solution to the problem of seeking Nash equilibrium(NE)in a class of non-cooperative games of multi-agent systems(MASs)subject to the input disturbance and the networked communicatio...Dear Editor,This letter presents a solution to the problem of seeking Nash equilibrium(NE)in a class of non-cooperative games of multi-agent systems(MASs)subject to the input disturbance and the networked communication.To this end,a novel distributed robust predefined-time algorithm is proposed,which ensures the precise convergence of agent states to the NE within a settling time that can be directly determined by adjusting one or more parameters.The proposed algorithm employs an integral sliding mode strategy to effectively reject disturbances.Additionally,a consensus-based estimator is designed to overcome the challenge of limited information availability,where each agent can only access information from its directly connected neighbors,which conflicts with the computation of the cost function that requires information from all agents.Finally,a numerical example is provided to demonstrate the algorithm's effectiveness and performance.展开更多
The paper considers the methodology for a comprehensive analysis of the stability of an open pit-dump system,using limit equilibrium(LEM)and finite element(FEM)methods in the Russian CAE(computer-aided engineering)sof...The paper considers the methodology for a comprehensive analysis of the stability of an open pit-dump system,using limit equilibrium(LEM)and finite element(FEM)methods in the Russian CAE(computer-aided engineering)software Fidesys.It briefly highlights the issues of comparing limit equilibrium methods using the VNIMI(Research Institute of Geomechanics and Mine Surveying-Intersectoral Scientific Center"VNIMI")methodology and a specialized software product with numerical methods.The main focus of this study is to compare the results of the stability analysis in the volumetric model of the open pit-dump system using limit equilibrium and finite element methods in the CAE software Fidesys.It was found that,when modeling the combined operation of an open pit-dump system in complex terrain,both methods should be used,as each has its own advantages.The finite element method,for instance,has certain features that are not present in the calculations using the limit equilibrium approach.As a key scientific contribution,this paper introduces an automation program for calculating the stability of open-pit walls using the limit equilibrium method in CAE Fidesys,which was not previously integrated in the original software.The calculations performed with the use of this newly developed module were compared to those obtained from other widely used software solutions available on the market.The findings demonstrate a remarkable level of convergence in the calculation results for all relevant parameters,including the safety factor,localization,instability type,and deformation.The proposed approach i mproves the accuracy of calculati ons and ensures consistency between the higher stress design zones and the actual deformation and fracture patterns.It also enhances the ability to predict the behavior of rock mass when calculating stability parameters for facilities,both during operation and desi gn.展开更多
We consider a single server constant retrial queue,in which a state-dependent service policy is used to control the service rate.Customer arrival follows Poisson process,while service time and retrial time are exponen...We consider a single server constant retrial queue,in which a state-dependent service policy is used to control the service rate.Customer arrival follows Poisson process,while service time and retrial time are exponential distributions.Whenever the server is available,it admits the retrial customers into service based on a first-come first-served rule.The service rate adjusts in real-time based on the retrial queue length.An iterative algorithm is proposed to numerically solve the personal optimal problem in the fully observable scenario.Furthermore,we investigate the impact of parameters on the social optimal threshold.The effectiveness of the results is illustrated by two examples.展开更多
The liquid cooling system(LCS)of fuel cells is challenged by significant time delays,model uncertainties,pump and fan coupling,and frequent disturbances,leading to overshoot and control oscillations that degrade tempe...The liquid cooling system(LCS)of fuel cells is challenged by significant time delays,model uncertainties,pump and fan coupling,and frequent disturbances,leading to overshoot and control oscillations that degrade temperature regulation performance.To address these challenges,we propose a composite control scheme combining fuzzy logic and a variable-gain generalized supertwisting algorithm(VG-GSTA).Firstly,a one-dimensional(1D)fuzzy logic controler(FLC)for the pump ensures stable coolant flow,while a two-dimensional(2D)FLC for the fan regulates the stack temperature near the reference value.The VG-GSTA is then introduced to eliminate steady-state errors,offering resistance to disturbances and minimizing control oscillations.The equilibrium optimizer is used to fine-tune VG-GSTA parameters.Co-simulation verifies the effectiveness of our method,demonstrating its advantages in terms of disturbance immunity,overshoot suppression,tracking accuracy and response speed.展开更多
Cognitive bias,stemming from electronic measurement error and variability in human perception,exists in cognitive electronic warfare and affects the outcomes of conflicts.In this paper,the dynamic game approach is emp...Cognitive bias,stemming from electronic measurement error and variability in human perception,exists in cognitive electronic warfare and affects the outcomes of conflicts.In this paper,the dynamic game approach is employed to develop a model for cognitive bias induced by incomplete information and measurement errors in cognitive radar countermeasures.The payoffs for both parties are calculated using the radar's anti-jamming strategy matrix A and the jammer's jamming strategy matrix B.With perfect Bayesian equilibrium,a dynamic radar countermeasure model is established,and the impact of cognitive bias is analyzed.Drawing inspiration from the cognitive bias analysis method used in stock market trading,a cognitive bias model for cognitive radar countermeasures is introduced,and its correctness is mathematically proved.A gaming scenario involving the AN/SPY-1 radar and a smart jammer is set up to analyze the influence of cognitive bias on game outcomes.Simulation results validate the effectiveness of the proposed method.展开更多
Dear Editor,This letter addresses the Nash equilibrium seeking problem for games with second-order players subject to unknown input deadzones and denial-of-service(DoS)attacks.By using ideas from the digital twin,a di...Dear Editor,This letter addresses the Nash equilibrium seeking problem for games with second-order players subject to unknown input deadzones and denial-of-service(DoS)attacks.By using ideas from the digital twin,a distributed Nash equilibrium seeking strategy is proposed.In the proposed strategy,the twin players are designed to be second-order integrators,based on which a distributed control law is provided so as to find the Nash equilibrium under DoS attacks.Moreover,adaptive control laws and sliding mode control laws are synthesized for the actual players such that they can track the twin players under unknown input dead-zones.Theoretical investigations show that the proposed strategy is effective to drive the actions of actual players to the Nash equilibrium under the given conditions.A numerical example is provided to verify the effectiveness of the proposed strategy.展开更多
Objective and fair scholar evaluation promotes academic engagement and ensures proper allocation of research resources.However,current evaluation methods face challenges such as insufficient consideration of disciplin...Objective and fair scholar evaluation promotes academic engagement and ensures proper allocation of research resources.However,current evaluation methods face challenges such as insufficient consideration of disciplinary differences,over-reliance on publication output,neglect of low-cited papers,and limited discriminative power.This paper proposes an improved evaluation metric—the Academic Equilibrium Value index(AEV-index)—based on academic equilibrium value.By incorporating weights for publication and citation tiers and integrating average publication and citation levels within disciplines,the AEV-index aims to offer a more comprehensive and equitable assessment of scholarly performance.Using Scopus data from computer science conference papers(2012-2021)across the subfields of"Network and Information Security","Computer Graphics and Multimedia",and"Artificial Intelligence",we weighted publications and citations to evaluate researchers'academic levels.The research findings indicate that:(i)The AEV-index enhances existing scholar evaluation metrics from multiple perspectives,providing a relatively reasonable and broadly applicable comprehensive evaluation index.(ii)The AEV-index is significantly correlated with traditional scholar evaluation indicators such as total publications,total citations,and the hindex,while also moderating disciplinary differences,thereby facilitating cross-disciplinary comparisons of academic influence.(iii)Additionally,the AEV-index mitigates the negative impact of low publication output,recognizes the value of low-cited but high-quality papers,and offers improved discriminative power,thereby addressing several limitations of existing evaluation metrics.展开更多
文摘The isobaric vapor-liquid equilibrium data of systems of ethyl acetate<sub>(1)</sub>-n-octane<sub>(2)</sub> andisopropyl acetate<sub>(1)</sub>-n-octane<sub>(2)</sub> were determined at 0.0709 MPa and 0.1013 MPa by using a modifiedRose-Williams still.The experimental data were tested for thermodynamical consistency and correlatedsatisfactorily with p-T equation of state and Wilson equation.
文摘Networked noncooperative games are investigated,where each player(or agent) plays with all other players in its neighborhood. Assume the evolution is based on the fact that each player uses its neighbors current information to decide its next strategy. By using sub-neighborhood, the dynamics of the evolution is obtained. Then a method for calculating Nash equilibriums from mixed strategies of multi-players is proposed.The relationship between local Nash equilibriums based on individual neighborhoods and global Nash equilibriums of overall network is revealed. Then a technique is proposed to construct Nash equilibriums of an evolutionary game from its one step static Nash equilibriums. The basic tool of this approach is the semi-tensor product of matrices, which converts strategies into logical matrices and payoffs into pseudo-Boolean functions, then networked evolutionary games become discrete time dynamic systems.
基金Supported by the High Technology Research and Development Programme of China(No.2003AA121220)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.60472067).
文摘From the viewpoint of game theory,this paper proposes a model that combines QoS index with price factor in overlay access networks,and uses the multinomial logit(MNL)to model the choice behaviour of users.Each service class is considered an independent and competitive entity offered by each provider,which aims at maximizing its own utility.Based on noncooperative game,we prove the existence and uniqueness of equilibriums between QoS levels and prices among various service classes,and demonstrate the properties of equilibriums.Finally,these results are verified via ntunerieal analysis.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(32272557 and 32072500)the Major Basic Research Project of the Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province(ZR2022ZD23 and ZR2024ZD07)+4 种基金the Shandong Province Key Research and Development Plan(2024CXGC010908 and 2024LZGCQY009)the Taishan Scholar Program of Shandong Province(tstp20221117)the Zaozhuang Major Scientific and Technological Innovation Project(2023GH12)the Science and Technology Innovation Guidance Project of the Ningxia Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences(NKYG-25-21)the"First Class Discipline"Construction Project of Shandong Agricultural University(811).
文摘The apoplast is a critical interface where plants and pathogens engage in biochemical confrontation.Within this shared extracellular space,plant defense responses provoke countermeasures from pathogens.We introduce apoplastic interactive balance(AIB),a framework depicting the dynamic equilibrium that emerges from these interactions.AIB emphasizes that system-level functional stability arises from both balanced and divergent molecular strategies,with transient imbalances driving coevolutionary refinement.These interactions are classified into four modules:metabolites,proteins,small peptides,and extracellular vesicles(EVs).Across these modules,plants and pathogens deploy parallel molecular tactics shaped by adaptive coevolution.This conceptual view provides a foundation for hypothesis generation,comparative analysis among species,and the design of rational immune strategies.
基金supported by the FACCE-JPI SusCrop project RECOBAR,funded by MASAF(D.M.no.142548)the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft under the Emmy Noether Programme(project no.442020478).
文摘In self-pollinating cereals such as rice,wheat,and barley,growing undefined mixtures of genotypes in genetic equilibrium was once standard practice when local populations(landraces)were used.The shift from landraces to single-genotype varieties led to immediate gains in yield and quality,and over the past century,single-genotype crops have been highly successful.Nonetheless,several studies suggest that variety mixtures(i.e.,two or more consciously selected genotypes of the same crop grown together)may offer advantages over single-genotype varieties(Borg et al.,2018;Kopp et al.,2023).
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.22341304,22303100 and 12205270)the National Key R&D Program of China(Nos.2023YFA1008800 and 2020YFA0713601)the Strategic Priority Research Program of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(No.XDC0180303)。
文摘The equilibrium dynamics and nonlinear rheology of unentangled polymer blends remain inadequately understood,especially regarding the influence of short-chain matrix length N_(S) on the structure and rheological behavior of dispersed long chains.Using molecular dynamics simulations based on the Kremer-Grest model,we systematically explore the N_(S)-dependence of static conformations,equilibrium dynamics,and nonlinear shear responses in unentangled long-chain/short-chain polymer blends.Our results demonstrate a decoupling between the static and dynamic sensitivity to N_(S):while the static chain size,R_g,follows Flory theory with slight swelling at small N_(S) due to incomplete excluded volume screening,the diffusion coefficient,D,and the relaxation time,τ_(0),exhibit a strong,non-monotonic N_(S)-dependence,transitioning from monomeric friction dominance at small N_(S) to collective segmental rearrangement at large N_(S).Additionally,we observe partial decoupling between the viscous and normal stress responses:while the zero-shear viscosity,η,is strongly N_(S)-dependent,the first and second normal stress coefficients,Ψ_(1) and Ψ_(2),collapse onto universal curves when scaled by the dimensionless shear rate,γτ_(0),suggesting a common mechanism of orientation and stretching.Under shear,long chains compress in the vorticity direction λ_(z)~Wi^(-0.2),which reduces collision frequency and contributes to shear thinning,while the scaling of weaker orientation resistance m_(G)~Wi^(0.35)reflects hydrodynamic screening by the short-chain matrix.These findings highlight the limitations of single-chain models and emphasize the necessity of considering N_(S)-dependent matrix dynamics and flow-induced structural changes in understanding the rheology of unentangled polymer blends.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant Nos.T2325027,12274448,T2350007,12404239,12174041,12325405,12090054,and T2221001)the National Key R&D Program of China (Grant No.2022YFF0503504)。
文摘The intrinsic pressure framework,which treats self-propelling force as an external force,provides a convenient and consistent description of mechanical equilibrium in active matter.However,direct experimental evidence is still lacking.To validate this framework,here we employ a programmable robotic platform,where a single light-controlled wheeled robot travels in an activity landscape.Our experiments quantitatively demonstrate that the intrinsic pressure difference across the activity interface is balanced by the emerged polarization force.This result unambiguously confirms the theoretical predictions,thus validating the intrinsic pressure framework and laying the experimental foundation for the intrinsic pressure-based mechanical description of dry active matter.
文摘The application of the non equilibrium stage model to the multicomponent, non ideal liquid liquid extraction process is described in this paper. Pilot plant experiments and a commercial process of aromatic separation by sulfolane in sieve tray extraction columns were chosen as examples to show the advantages and benefits of the non equilibrium stage model over the conventional model.
文摘Reaction of the non-substituted/substituted unsymmetric pinene-derived complex[Pt(N^C^N')Cl]with the aryl isocyanide 2,6-dimethylphenyl isocyanide(CNXyl)afforded a mixture of two isomeric species:the ionic complex[Pt(κ^(3)-N^C^N')(CNXyl)]Cl([A]Cl)and the molecular complex[Pt(κ^(2)-N^C^N')(CNXyl)Cl](B).Isomer B was almost the dominating product.The structures of the isomer B derivatives bearing-CF_(3)and-Cl substituents on the pyridine ring of the pinene moiety(5B and 7B,respectively)have been confirmed by single-crystal X-ray diffraction,revealing a slightly distorted square planar geometry with trans-N_(N^C^N'),CNR configuration(The terminal N atom of theκ^(2)-N^C^N'ligand is trans to the isocyanide ligand CNXyl.).Isomer B is thermodynamically more stable,as confirmed by theoretical calculations.CCDC:2416415,5B;2416414,7B.
基金supported in part by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(62173051)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(2024CDJCGJ012,2023CDJXY-010)+1 种基金the Chongqing Technology Innovation and Application Development Special Key Project(CSTB2022TIADCUX0015,CSTB2022TIAD-KPX0162)the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(2024M763865)
文摘Dear Editor,This letter addresses the impulse game problem for a general scope of deterministic,multi-player,nonzero-sum differential games wherein all participants adopt impulse controls.Our objective is to formulate this impulse game problem with the modified objective function including interaction costs among the players in a discontinuous fashion,and subsequently,to derive a verification theorem for identifying the feedback Nash equilibrium strategy.
基金financially supported by the Shandong Provincial Natural Science Foundation(ZR2023LFG005)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.22479161,52274308 and U22B20144)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(No.24CX03012A)。
文摘Non-precious metal cobalt-based oxide inevitably dissolves for acid oxygen evolution reaction(OER).Designing an efficient deposition channel for leaching cobalt species is a promising approach.The dissolution-deposition equilibrium of Co is achieved by doping Mn in the lattice of LaCo_(1-x)Mn_(x)O_(3),prolonging the lifespan in acidic conditions by 14 times.The lattice doping of Mn produces a strain that enhances the adsorption capacity of OH^(-).The self-catalysis of Mn causes the leaching Co to be deposited in the form of CoO_(2),which ensures that the long-term stability of LaCo_(1-x)Mn_(x)O_(3)is 70 h instead of 5 h for LaCoO_(3).Mn doping enhances the deprotonation of^(*)OOH→O_(2)in acidic environments.Notably,the over-potential of optimized LaCo_(1-x)Mn_(x)O_(3)is 345 mV at 10 mA cm^(-2)for acidic OER.This work presents a promising method for developing noble metal-free catalysts that enhance the acidic OER activity and stability.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(2022ZD0119604)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(NSFC)(62173181,62222308,62221004)the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province(BK20220139)
文摘This paper designs distributed Nash equilibrium seeking strategies for heterogeneous dynamic cyber-physical systems.In particular, we are concerned with parametric uncertainties in the control channel of the players. Moreover, the weights on communication links can be compromised by time-varying uncertainties, which can result from possibly malicious attacks,faults and disturbances. To deal with the unavailability of measurement of optimization errors, an output observer is constructed,based on which adaptive laws are designed to compensate for physical uncertainties. With adaptive laws, a new distributed Nash equilibrium seeking strategy is designed by further integrating consensus protocols and gradient search algorithms.Moreover, to further accommodate compromised communication weights resulting from cyber-uncertainties, the coupling strengths of the consensus module are designed to be adaptive. As a byproduct, the coupling strengths are independent of any global information. With theoretical investigations, it is proven that the proposed strategies are resilient to these uncertainties and players' actions are convergent to the Nash equilibrium. Simulation examples are given to numerically validate the effectiveness of the proposed strategies.
基金financially supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2022YFC3004601)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(52204084)the Science,Technology and Innovation Project of Xiongan New Area(2023XAGG0061).
文摘1.Introduction Various geological phenomena on the surface and in the interior of the Earth,as well as their associated physical and chemical pro-cesses,are closely correlated with the action of in situ rock stress[1-5].Understanding the rock stress state at great depths is not only an indispensable foundation for solving scientific problems associated with geology,geophysics,and geodynamics-such as plate-driving mechanisms,the earth’s energy equilibrium,earth-quake mechanisms,and tectonic activities-but also a necessary prerequisite for the evaluation,exploitation,and disposal of deep energy and resources,such as coal and metal minerals.Due to the complexity and uncertainty of the origin of in situ rock stress,it is a difficult quantity to evaluate,in comparison with other rock properties.Currently,reliable information on the stress state in a region can only be determined through field stress measurement.Therefore,a variety of stress measurement techniques have been developed and applied worldwide to provide information on crus-tal contemporary stress at specific depth ranges[6].
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(62373162,U24A20268,624B2055).
文摘Dear Editor,This letter presents a solution to the problem of seeking Nash equilibrium(NE)in a class of non-cooperative games of multi-agent systems(MASs)subject to the input disturbance and the networked communication.To this end,a novel distributed robust predefined-time algorithm is proposed,which ensures the precise convergence of agent states to the NE within a settling time that can be directly determined by adjusting one or more parameters.The proposed algorithm employs an integral sliding mode strategy to effectively reject disturbances.Additionally,a consensus-based estimator is designed to overcome the challenge of limited information availability,where each agent can only access information from its directly connected neighbors,which conflicts with the computation of the cost function that requires information from all agents.Finally,a numerical example is provided to demonstrate the algorithm's effectiveness and performance.
文摘The paper considers the methodology for a comprehensive analysis of the stability of an open pit-dump system,using limit equilibrium(LEM)and finite element(FEM)methods in the Russian CAE(computer-aided engineering)software Fidesys.It briefly highlights the issues of comparing limit equilibrium methods using the VNIMI(Research Institute of Geomechanics and Mine Surveying-Intersectoral Scientific Center"VNIMI")methodology and a specialized software product with numerical methods.The main focus of this study is to compare the results of the stability analysis in the volumetric model of the open pit-dump system using limit equilibrium and finite element methods in the CAE software Fidesys.It was found that,when modeling the combined operation of an open pit-dump system in complex terrain,both methods should be used,as each has its own advantages.The finite element method,for instance,has certain features that are not present in the calculations using the limit equilibrium approach.As a key scientific contribution,this paper introduces an automation program for calculating the stability of open-pit walls using the limit equilibrium method in CAE Fidesys,which was not previously integrated in the original software.The calculations performed with the use of this newly developed module were compared to those obtained from other widely used software solutions available on the market.The findings demonstrate a remarkable level of convergence in the calculation results for all relevant parameters,including the safety factor,localization,instability type,and deformation.The proposed approach i mproves the accuracy of calculati ons and ensures consistency between the higher stress design zones and the actual deformation and fracture patterns.It also enhances the ability to predict the behavior of rock mass when calculating stability parameters for facilities,both during operation and desi gn.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.11971486)。
文摘We consider a single server constant retrial queue,in which a state-dependent service policy is used to control the service rate.Customer arrival follows Poisson process,while service time and retrial time are exponential distributions.Whenever the server is available,it admits the retrial customers into service based on a first-come first-served rule.The service rate adjusts in real-time based on the retrial queue length.An iterative algorithm is proposed to numerically solve the personal optimal problem in the fully observable scenario.Furthermore,we investigate the impact of parameters on the social optimal threshold.The effectiveness of the results is illustrated by two examples.
基金Supported by the Major Science and Technology Project of Jilin Province(20220301010GX)the International Scientific and Technological Cooperation(20240402071GH).
文摘The liquid cooling system(LCS)of fuel cells is challenged by significant time delays,model uncertainties,pump and fan coupling,and frequent disturbances,leading to overshoot and control oscillations that degrade temperature regulation performance.To address these challenges,we propose a composite control scheme combining fuzzy logic and a variable-gain generalized supertwisting algorithm(VG-GSTA).Firstly,a one-dimensional(1D)fuzzy logic controler(FLC)for the pump ensures stable coolant flow,while a two-dimensional(2D)FLC for the fan regulates the stack temperature near the reference value.The VG-GSTA is then introduced to eliminate steady-state errors,offering resistance to disturbances and minimizing control oscillations.The equilibrium optimizer is used to fine-tune VG-GSTA parameters.Co-simulation verifies the effectiveness of our method,demonstrating its advantages in terms of disturbance immunity,overshoot suppression,tracking accuracy and response speed.
文摘Cognitive bias,stemming from electronic measurement error and variability in human perception,exists in cognitive electronic warfare and affects the outcomes of conflicts.In this paper,the dynamic game approach is employed to develop a model for cognitive bias induced by incomplete information and measurement errors in cognitive radar countermeasures.The payoffs for both parties are calculated using the radar's anti-jamming strategy matrix A and the jammer's jamming strategy matrix B.With perfect Bayesian equilibrium,a dynamic radar countermeasure model is established,and the impact of cognitive bias is analyzed.Drawing inspiration from the cognitive bias analysis method used in stock market trading,a cognitive bias model for cognitive radar countermeasures is introduced,and its correctness is mathematically proved.A gaming scenario involving the AN/SPY-1 radar and a smart jammer is set up to analyze the influence of cognitive bias on game outcomes.Simulation results validate the effectiveness of the proposed method.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(NSFC)(62222308,62173181,62221004)the Natural Science Foundation and Maojiao Ye of Jiangsu Province(BK20220139).
文摘Dear Editor,This letter addresses the Nash equilibrium seeking problem for games with second-order players subject to unknown input deadzones and denial-of-service(DoS)attacks.By using ideas from the digital twin,a distributed Nash equilibrium seeking strategy is proposed.In the proposed strategy,the twin players are designed to be second-order integrators,based on which a distributed control law is provided so as to find the Nash equilibrium under DoS attacks.Moreover,adaptive control laws and sliding mode control laws are synthesized for the actual players such that they can track the twin players under unknown input dead-zones.Theoretical investigations show that the proposed strategy is effective to drive the actions of actual players to the Nash equilibrium under the given conditions.A numerical example is provided to verify the effectiveness of the proposed strategy.
基金Supported by National Social Science Found of China(21BTQ012,22BTQ065)Jiangsu Provincial Social Science Fund Project(22TQB002)+1 种基金Postgraduate Research&Practice Innovation Program of Jiangsu Province(KYCX24_0102)China Scholarship Council Program(202406190114)。
文摘Objective and fair scholar evaluation promotes academic engagement and ensures proper allocation of research resources.However,current evaluation methods face challenges such as insufficient consideration of disciplinary differences,over-reliance on publication output,neglect of low-cited papers,and limited discriminative power.This paper proposes an improved evaluation metric—the Academic Equilibrium Value index(AEV-index)—based on academic equilibrium value.By incorporating weights for publication and citation tiers and integrating average publication and citation levels within disciplines,the AEV-index aims to offer a more comprehensive and equitable assessment of scholarly performance.Using Scopus data from computer science conference papers(2012-2021)across the subfields of"Network and Information Security","Computer Graphics and Multimedia",and"Artificial Intelligence",we weighted publications and citations to evaluate researchers'academic levels.The research findings indicate that:(i)The AEV-index enhances existing scholar evaluation metrics from multiple perspectives,providing a relatively reasonable and broadly applicable comprehensive evaluation index.(ii)The AEV-index is significantly correlated with traditional scholar evaluation indicators such as total publications,total citations,and the hindex,while also moderating disciplinary differences,thereby facilitating cross-disciplinary comparisons of academic influence.(iii)Additionally,the AEV-index mitigates the negative impact of low publication output,recognizes the value of low-cited but high-quality papers,and offers improved discriminative power,thereby addressing several limitations of existing evaluation metrics.