Graphite,encompassing both natural graphite and synthetic graphite,and graphene,have been extensively utilized and investigated as anode materials and additives in lithium-ion batteries(LIBs).In the pursuit of carbon ...Graphite,encompassing both natural graphite and synthetic graphite,and graphene,have been extensively utilized and investigated as anode materials and additives in lithium-ion batteries(LIBs).In the pursuit of carbon neutrality,LIBs are expected to play a pivotal role in reducing CO_(2)emissions by decreasing reliance on fossil fuels and enabling the integration of renewable energy sources.Owing to their technological maturity and exceptional electrochemical performance,the global production of graphite and graphene for LIBs is projected to continue expanding.Over the past decades,numerous researchers have concentrated on reducing the material and energy input whilst optimising the electrochemical performance of graphite and graphene,through novel synthesis methods and various modifications at the laboratory scale.This review provides a comprehensive examination of the manufacturing methods,environmental impact,research progress,and challenges associated with graphite and graphene in LIBs from an industrial perspective,with a particular focus on the carbon footprint of production processes.Additionally,it considers emerging challenges and future development directions of graphite and graphene,offering significant insights for ongoing and future research in the field of green LIBs.展开更多
Fine-grained nuclear graphite is a key material in high-temperature gas-cooled reactors(HTGRs).During air ingress accidents,core graphite components undergo severe oxidation,threatening structural integrity.Therefore,...Fine-grained nuclear graphite is a key material in high-temperature gas-cooled reactors(HTGRs).During air ingress accidents,core graphite components undergo severe oxidation,threatening structural integrity.Therefore,understanding the oxidation behavior of nuclear graphite is essential for reactor safety.The influence of oxidation involves multiple factors,including temperature,sample size,oxidant,impurities,filler type and size,etc.The size of the filler particles plays a crucial role in this study.Five ultrafine-and superfine-grained nuclear graphite samples(5.9-34.4μm)are manufactured using identical raw materials and manufacturing processes.Isothermal oxidation tests conducted at 650℃-750℃ are used to study the oxidation behavior.Additionally,comprehensive characterization is performed to analyze the crystal structure,surface morphology,and nanoscale to microscale pore structure of the samples.Results indicate that oxidation behavior cannot be predicted solely based on filler grain size.Reactive site concentration,characterized by active surface area,dominates the chemical reaction kinetics,whereas pore tortuosity,quantified by the structural parameterΨ,plays a key role in regulating oxidant diffusion.These findings clarify the dual role of microstructure in oxidation mechanisms and establish a theoretical and experimental basis for the design of high-performance nuclear graphite capable of long-term service in high-temperature gas-cooled reactors.展开更多
(NbZrHfTi)C high-entropy ceramics,as an emerging class of ultra-high-temperature materials,have garnered significant interest due to their unique multi-principal-element crystal structure and exceptional hightemperatu...(NbZrHfTi)C high-entropy ceramics,as an emerging class of ultra-high-temperature materials,have garnered significant interest due to their unique multi-principal-element crystal structure and exceptional hightemperature properties.This study systematically investigates the mechanical properties of(NbZrHfTi)C high-entropy ceramics by employing first-principles density functional theory,combined with the Debye-Grüneisen model,to explore the variations in their thermophysical properties with temperature(0–2000 K)and pressure(0–30 GPa).Thermodynamically,the calculated mixing enthalpy and Gibbs free energy confirm the feasibility of forming a stable single-phase solid solution in(NbZrHfTi)C.The calculated results of the elastic stiffness constant indicate that the material meets the mechanical stability criteria of the cubic crystal system,further confirming the structural stability.Through evaluation of key mechanical parameters—bulk modulus,shear modulus,Young’s modulus,and Poisson’s ratio—we provide comprehensive insight into the macro-mechanical behaviour of the material and its correlation with the underlying microstructure.Notably,compared to traditional binary carbides and their average properties,(NbZrHfTi)C exhibits higher Vickers hardness(Approximately 28.5 GPa)and fracture toughness(Approximately 3.4 MPa⋅m^(1/2)),which can be primarily attributed to the lattice distortion and solid-solution strengthening mechanism.The study also utilizes the quasi-harmonic approximation method to predict the material’s thermophysical properties,including Debye temperature(initial value around 563 K),thermal expansion coefficient(approximately 8.9×10^(−6) K−1 at 2000 K),and other key parameters such as heat capacity at constant volume.The results show that within the studied pressure and temperature ranges,(NbZrHfTi)C consistently maintains a stable phase structure and good thermomechanical properties.The thermal expansion coefficient increasing with temperature,while heat capacity approaches the Dulong-Petit limit at elevated temperatures.These findings underscore the potential of(NbZrHfTi)C applications in ultra-high temperature thermal protection systems,cutting tool coatings,and nuclear structural materials.展开更多
In order to effectively prevent the contamination of carbon particle volatiles during high-purity SiC crystals are prepared using the physical vapor transport(PVT)method in ultra-high temperature environments(T³2...In order to effectively prevent the contamination of carbon particle volatiles during high-purity SiC crystals are prepared using the physical vapor transport(PVT)method in ultra-high temperature environments(T³2000℃),this study innovatively attempts to protect graphite materials with SiC reinforced pyrolytic graphite(PyG)coating.It is discovered by preparing the SiC particle layer,the degree of graphitization and stability of PyG coating can be improved.The corrosion test results demonstrated that the SiC reinforced PyG coating can maintain an intact coating with a high graphitization degree after the SiC vapour corrosion test of 2050℃-120 h.Conversely,the samples with and without PyG coating reveal porous and eroded surfaces.Furthermore,following the SiC vapour corrosion test,the PyG coating sample’s integral ratio of D-band and G-band(I_(D)/I_(G))of Raman spectrum test data,reduced by 6.5%,while the SiC reinforced PyG coating decreased by 17.2%,indicating its excellent corrosion resistance.The application of SiC reinforced pyrolytic graphite coating in preparing the SiC single crystal might received a theoretical foundation according to this work.展开更多
To enhance the electrochemical performance of lithium-ion battery anodes with higher silicon content,it is essential to engineer their microstructure for better lithium-ion transport and mitigated volume change as wel...To enhance the electrochemical performance of lithium-ion battery anodes with higher silicon content,it is essential to engineer their microstructure for better lithium-ion transport and mitigated volume change as well.Herein,we suggest an effective approach to control the micropore structure of silicon oxide(SiO_(x))/artificial graphite(AG)composite electrodes using a perforated current collector.The electrode features a unique pore structure,where alternating high-porosity domains and low-porosity domains markedly reduce overall electrode resistance,leading to a 20%improvement in rate capability at a 5C-rate discharge condition.Using microstructure-resolved modeling and simulations,we demonstrate that the patterned micropore structure enhances lithium-ion transport,mitigating the electrolyte concentration gradient of lithium-ion.Additionally,perforating current collector with a chemical etching process increases the number of hydrogen bonding sites and enlarges the interface with the SiO_(x)/AG composite electrode,significantly improving adhesion strength.This,in turn,suppresses mechanical degradation and leads to a 50%higher capacity retention.Thus,regularly arranged micropore structure enabled by the perforated current collector successfully improves both rate capability and cycle life in SiO_(x)/AG composite electrodes,providing valuable insights into electrode engineering.展开更多
Waste graphitization cathode carbon blocks are a type of hazardous solid waste generated during the aluminum electrolysis process,and their proper disposal is a key step in the resource utilization of discarded graphi...Waste graphitization cathode carbon blocks are a type of hazardous solid waste generated during the aluminum electrolysis process,and their proper disposal is a key step in the resource utilization of discarded graphite.This study utilizes the porous“defect advantage”of a cathode carbon block matrix to prepare silicon-doped and asphalt-coated detoxified and purified waste graphitization cathode carbon blocks for use as high-performance silicon/carbon composite anode materials.The results show that the uniformly silicondoped silicon/carbon composite material features a unique amorphous carbon-encapsulated“locked silicon”structure,which effectively addresses issues such as cathode volume expansion,excessive growth of the solid electrolyte interphase(SEI)film,and poor electrical contact between active materials.Consequently,electrochemical performance is enhanced.After assembly in a half-cell,the PSCC/10%Si@C(purified waste graphitization cathode carbon/10%Si@C)material exhibits optimal electrochemical stability,with an initial charging specific capacity of 514.5 mAh/g at 0.1 C(1 C=170 mA/g)and a capacity retention rate of 95.1%after 100 cycles.At a charge rate of 2.0 C,a specific capacity of 216.9 mAh/g is achieved.This technology provides a new pathway for the economical and high-value utilization of waste cathode carbon blocks and the development of low-cost,high-performance anode materials.展开更多
Various thermal protection materials exhibit obviously different and complicated thermal response,oxidation and ablation behavior,which are very important for the appropriate design and selection.However,the relative ...Various thermal protection materials exhibit obviously different and complicated thermal response,oxidation and ablation behavior,which are very important for the appropriate design and selection.However,the relative researches are very few currently.In this work,the thermal response,oxidation and ablation behavior of representative thermal protection materials including ultra-high temperature ceramics,C/SiC,C/C, graphite and graphite-ceramic were investigated systematically in strong heat flux,high enthalpy and low-pressure environments.Thermal response of these materials was analyzed based on experimental results and thermal energy balance that accounts for all of the heat transfer processes transporting energy into and out of the surface.Many factors were playing important roles in the thermal response including thermal conductivity,volumetric heat capacity,catalytic efficiency,emissivity and oxidation characteristics of the materials.The importance of each factor not only depends on the material characteristics such as material composition and phase content but also environment parameters including heat flux,enthalpy,pressure and testing time.The comparisons and relationships of oxidation and ablation behaviors for these materials under extreme environments were also illustrated in detail.Furthermore,thermal response and ablation behaviors of pre-oxidized material or repeated tests were also performed to evaluate the effect of pre-treatment on the performance and reusability of thermal protection materials.This work offers guiding significance for the appropriate design and selection of thermal protection materials.展开更多
ZrB_(2)-based ceramic composites were prepared by spark plasma sintering using ZrB_(2) powder prepared by molten salt method as raw material and SiC and nano-graphite as additives.The effects of nano-graphite addition...ZrB_(2)-based ceramic composites were prepared by spark plasma sintering using ZrB_(2) powder prepared by molten salt method as raw material and SiC and nano-graphite as additives.The effects of nano-graphite addition on the physical properties and oxidation resistance of ZrB_(2)-based ceramic samples were investigated.The results show that the addition of an appropriate amount of nano-graphite can effectively improve the density of ZrB_(2)-based ceramic composites and improve the physical properties of the materials.The flexural strength of the ceramic sample with 8 vol.%nano-graphite reached 418.54 MPa,which was 53.14% higher than that of ZrB_(2)-SiC ceramic material(273.31 MPa),and its oxidation resistance was also significantly improved.It demonstrats that the addition of an appropriate amount of nano-graphite can effectively improve the physical properties and oxidation resistance of ZrB_(2)-SiC ceramic composites.Via prolonging its service life in application and promoting the development of ZrB_(2)-based ceramic composites,it is of great significance for clean steel smelting.展开更多
Lithium-ion batteries(LIBs)are an electrochemical energy storage technology that has been widely used for portable electrical devices,electric vehicles,and grid storage,etc.To satisfy the demand for user convenience e...Lithium-ion batteries(LIBs)are an electrochemical energy storage technology that has been widely used for portable electrical devices,electric vehicles,and grid storage,etc.To satisfy the demand for user convenience especially for electric vehicles,the development of a fast-charging technology for LIBs has become a critical focus.In commercial LIBs,the slow kinetics of Li+intercalation into the graphite anode from the electrolyte solution is known as the main restriction for fast-charging.We summarize the recent advances in obtaining fast-charging graphite-based anodes,mainly involving modifications of the electrolyte solution and graphite anode.Specifically,strategies for increasing the ionic conductivity and regulating the Li+solvation/desolvation state in the electrolyte solution,as well as optimizing the fabrication and the intrinsic activity of graphite-based anodes are discussed in detail.This review considers practical ways to obtain fast Li+intercalation kinetics into a graphite anode from the electrolyte as well as analysing progress in the commercialization of fast-charging LIBs.展开更多
Zirconium alloys are active in the molten state and tend to react with the mold during casting. The casting technology of zirconium is not yet well established; especially in selecting the mold materials, which are di...Zirconium alloys are active in the molten state and tend to react with the mold during casting. The casting technology of zirconium is not yet well established; especially in selecting the mold materials, which are difficult to determine. In the present work, the interfacial reactions between zirconium casting and casting mold were studied. The zirconium alloy was melted in a vacuum arc skull furnace and then cast into the graphite mold and ceramic mold, respectively. The zirconium casting samples were characterized using SEM, EDS and XRD with an emphasis on the chemical diffusion of elements. A reaction layer was observed at the casting surface. Chemical analysis shows that chemical elements C, O and Y from the mold are diffused into the molten zirconium, and new phases, such as ZrC, Zr30, YO1.335 and Y6ZrO11, are formed at the surface. In addition, an end product of zirconium valve cast in a yttria mold has a compact structure and good surface quality.展开更多
Although graphite(G)materials dominate the commercial lithium-ion battery(LIBs)anode market due to their excellent overall performance,their limited rate performance and cycle life hinder applications in highperforman...Although graphite(G)materials dominate the commercial lithium-ion battery(LIBs)anode market due to their excellent overall performance,their limited rate performance and cycle life hinder applications in highperformance fields.To improve the cycling and rate performance of graphite anodes,this study first employed economical and eco-friendly tannic acid(TA)as a carbon coating precursor to coat graphite surfaces viaπ-πstacking interactions.In an oxygen-rich alkaline environment,tannic acid undergoes oxidation polymerization and crosslinks with formaldehyde to form a polymer matrix that coats the graphite surface.After subsequent carbonization,carbon-coated graphite material(G@C)was successfully synthesized.Carbon coatings on graphite effectively lower LIB resistance,enhance lithium-ion diffusion,and prevent exfoliation during cycling,thereby significantly boosting rate performance and prolonging the cycle life of graphite.After 500 cycles at 2C,the specific capacity of G@C was 103.7 mAh g^(-1),with a retention of 89%.However,G exhibited only 68.7 mAh g^(-1) and 85%retention under identical conditions.This carbon-coated graphite modification strategy offers a novel,green,and economical approach for designing and tailoring graphite anode materials for lithium-ion batteries with long cycle life and high rate.展开更多
Piezoelectric ceramic materials are important components of piezoelectric buzzers,where the parameter of inverse piezoelectric coefficient(d_(33)^(*))plays a decisive role in the performance of the buzzer.Here,we repo...Piezoelectric ceramic materials are important components of piezoelectric buzzers,where the parameter of inverse piezoelectric coefficient(d_(33)^(*))plays a decisive role in the performance of the buzzer.Here,we report the manufacture and performance of a lead-free ceramic-based(0.96(K_(0.5)Na_(0.5))(Nb_(0.96)Sb_(0.04))O_(3)-0.04(Bi_(0.5)Na_(0.5))ZrO_(3)-1 mol%Al_(2)O_(3),abbreviated as KNNS-BNZ-1 mol%Al_(2)O_(3))piezoelectric buzzer and compare it with commercial(PbZr_(0.5)Ti_(0.5)O_(3),abbreviated as PZT)ceramics.Briefly,KNN-based ceramics have a typical perovskite structure and piezoelectric properties of d_(33)=480 pC/N,k_(p)=0.62 and d_(33)^(*)=830 pm/V,compared to d_(33)=500 pC/N,k_(p)=0.6 and d_(33)^(*)=918 pm/V of the commercial PZT-4 ceramics.Our results show that the KNNS-BNZ-1 mol%Al_(2)O_(3)ceramics have a similar sound pressure level performance over the testing frequency range to commercial PZT ceramics(which is even better in the 3-4 kHz range).These findings highlight the great application potential of KNN-based piezoelectric ceramics.展开更多
Thermal and mechanical properties of yttrium tantalate(YTaO_(4)),a top coat ceramic of thermal barrier coatings(TBCs)for aeroengines,are enhanced by synthesizing Y_(1-x)Ta_(1-x)M_(2x)O_(4)(M=Ti,Zr,Hf;x=0.06,0.12,0.18,...Thermal and mechanical properties of yttrium tantalate(YTaO_(4)),a top coat ceramic of thermal barrier coatings(TBCs)for aeroengines,are enhanced by synthesizing Y_(1-x)Ta_(1-x)M_(2x)O_(4)(M=Ti,Zr,Hf;x=0.06,0.12,0.18,0.24)medium-entropy ceramics(MECs)using a two-step sintering method.In addition,the thermal conductivity,thermal expansion coefficients(TECs),and fracture toughness of MECs were investigated.An X-ray diffraction study revealed that the Y_(1-x)Ta_(1-x)M_(2x)O_(4) MECs were monoclinic,and the Ti,Zr,and Hf doping elements replaced Y and Ta.The variations in atomic weights and ionic radii led to disturbed atomic arrangements and severe lattice distortions,resulting in improving the phonon scattering and reduced thermal conductivity,with Y_(1-x)Ta_(1-x)M_(2x)O_(4) MECs(x=0.24)exhibiting the lowest thermal conductivity of 1.23 W·m^(-1)·K^(-1)at 900℃.The introduction of MO_(2) increased the configurational entropy and weakened the ionic bonding energy,obtaining high TECs(10.4×10^(-6)K^(-1)at 1400℃).The reduction in the monoclinic angle β lowered the ferroelastic domain inversion energy barrier.Moreover,microcracks and crack extension toughening endowed Y_(1-x)Ta_(1-x)M_(2x)O_(4) MECs(x=0.24)with the highest fracture toughness of(4.1±0.5)MPa·m~(1/2).The simultaneous improvement of the thermal and mechanical properties of the MO_(2)(M=Ti,Zr,Hf)co-doped YTaO_(4) MECs can be extended to other materials.展开更多
Combined pulsed laser(CPL),introduced in 1975 for target damage,integrates different lasers to achieve high peak power and pulse energy.However,despite decades of research,CPL remains unused for long-range target dama...Combined pulsed laser(CPL),introduced in 1975 for target damage,integrates different lasers to achieve high peak power and pulse energy.However,despite decades of research,CPL remains unused for long-range target damage due to the challenge of maintaining high peak power density over long distances.We note that a potential solution lies in leveraging the air filament generated by femtosecond laser,which can transmit peak power densities higher than 1014 W/cm^(2)under the power clamping effect.To address this,a concept of a femtosecond laser induced air filament-CW CPL for surface damage of ceramics was introduced.We found no surface changes in ceramic targets when irradiated with a CW laser alone.By way of contrast,the target can be penetrated in a very short time(20 ms)with the assistance of the femtosecond laser induced air filament.In this context,we employ high-speed shadow imaging,cross-timescale simulation models and macro-microscopic characterization,to elucidate the CPL damage mechanism.The optimal CPL,combining a 1 mJ femtosecond laser and a 500 W CW laser,yields a damage rate of 1.51×10^(7)μm^(3)/J,representing an improvement of approximately 175%compared to single femtosecond laser ablation and around 59%enhancement compared to coating-assisted CW laser ablation.Furthermore,the efficacy of the proposed femtosecond-CW CPL method is demonstrated in causing penetration damage of ceramic/metal composite material or direct damage of sapphire,showcasing its versatility in damaging applications.Consequently,the femtosecond-CW CPL ablation method presented in this paper holds great promise as a new type of damage method for transparent hard and brittle materials.展开更多
We adopted the solution impregnation route with aluminum dihydrogen phosphate solution as liquid medium for effective surface modification on graphite substrate.The mass ratio of graphite to Al(H_(2)PO_(4))_(3) change...We adopted the solution impregnation route with aluminum dihydrogen phosphate solution as liquid medium for effective surface modification on graphite substrate.The mass ratio of graphite to Al(H_(2)PO_(4))_(3) changed from 0.5:1 to 4:1,and the impregnation time changed from 1 to 7 h.The typical composite phase change thermal storage materials doped with the as-treated graphite were fabricated using form-stable technique.To investigate the oxidation and anti-oxidation behavior of the impregnated graphite at high temperatures,the samples were put into a muffle furnace for a cyclic heat test.Based on SEM,EDS,DSC techniques,analyses on the impregnated technique suggested an optimized processing conditions of a 3 h impregnation time with the ratio of graphite:Al(H_(2)PO_(4))_(3) as 1:3 for graphite impregnation treatment.Further investigations on high-temperature phase change heat storage materials doped by the treated graphite suggested excellent oxidation resistance and thermal cycling performance.展开更多
The types of dopants lead to distinctive microstructural evolution behavior and physical properties in materials.In this study,the effect of stoichiometric and non-stoichiometric Mn modification,namely Pb(Mn_(1/3) Nb_...The types of dopants lead to distinctive microstructural evolution behavior and physical properties in materials.In this study,the effect of stoichiometric and non-stoichiometric Mn modification,namely Pb(Mn_(1/3) Nb_(2/3))O_(3)(PMnN)and MnO_(2),on the microstructure and properties of Pb(Yb_(1/2) Nb_(1/2))O_(3)-PbZrO_(3)-PbTiO_(3)(PYN-PZT)piezoelectric ceramics are systematically investigated.It was found that stoichiometric PMnN modification inhibits the grain growth while non-stoichiometric MnO_(2) modification promotes it,and thus the former yields stronger high-power characteristics(higher internal bias field Ei and larger mechanical quality factor Q_(m))than the latter.Specifically,with an equivalent amount of Mn modifica-tion(2 mol%),PMnN and MnO_(2) modification PYN-PZT ceramics exhibit significantly different values for average grain size(1.21μm vs.14.12μm),Ei(8.5 kV/cm vs.5 kV/cm),and Qm(2376 vs.1134).To further evaluate high-power performance,the vibration velocity v of these two modified PYN-PZT under high driving conditions was measured.Under an AC electric field of 3.5 V/mm,the PYN-PZT+6PMnN ceram-ics exhibit a v of up to 0.95 m s^(−1),larger than both MnO2-doped PYN-PZT(0.72 m s^(−1))and unmodified PYN-PZT ceramics(0.1 m s^(−1)),and far outperformance than both PZT-4 and PZT-8 ceramics.Furthermore,to elucidate the origin of the exceptional high-power performance of PMnN-modified PYN-PZT,we per-formed phase-field simulations revealing a pinning effect of the grain boundary on domain wall motion.Consequently,the small grain size(high grain boundary density)in PMnN-modified PYN-PZT exhibits a strong pinning effect,resulting in a large Q_(m) and outstanding high-power performance.展开更多
With rapid advancements in physics and particle medicine,the domestic accelerator industry has grown rapidly.During the 12th Five-Year Plan period,the Institute of Modern Physics of the Chinese Academy of Sciences too...With rapid advancements in physics and particle medicine,the domestic accelerator industry has grown rapidly.During the 12th Five-Year Plan period,the Institute of Modern Physics of the Chinese Academy of Sciences took on a plurality of accelerator projects.Nevertheless,the stability of the coupler,a crucial system within the cavities of accelerators,has encountered certain difficulties.The alumina ceramics,which constitute the core component of the coupler,are increasingly prone to breakage and solder joint failures due to their inferior environmental adaptability,inadequate mechanical properties,and high gas emissions.Conversely,with the advancements in medical technology and materials science,zirconia ceramics have emerged as a prospective remedy for these problems.This type of ceramic is highly esteemed for its outstanding environmental adaptability,remarkable mechanical properties,and excellent high-temperature resistance,exhibiting extraordinary value in dental applications.This study investigates the use of zirconia ceramics in a 162.5 MHz 3-1/8"standard ceramic window,combining experimental data with finite element RF simulations and multi-physics analysis.A new coupler featuring a zirconia ceramic window was tested on a Quarter-Wave Resonator,demonstrating excellent alignment between electromagnetic simulations and measurement results.This reveals the substantial application potential and practical worth of the zirconia ceramic material in the context of accelerators.展开更多
Magnesium potassium phosphate cement(MKPC)coatings exhibit potential for carbon steel protection but face challenges in practical application due to the preparation process and properties.This study develops flake gra...Magnesium potassium phosphate cement(MKPC)coatings exhibit potential for carbon steel protection but face challenges in practical application due to the preparation process and properties.This study develops flake graphite(FG)-modified MKPC coatings via spraying process,investigating the effects of FG size and dosage on phase composition,microstructure,mechanical properties,corrosion protection,and thermal conductivity.Results show that a low FG dosage(5 wt%)synergistically optimizes multifunctional performance.Compared to unmodified MKPC,FG2-1 exhibited exceptional impact resistance,associated with a 57%reduction in corrosion current density(icorr),a 356.3% increase in low-frequency impedance modulus(Z_(0.01 Hz))and a 37% increase in thermal conductivity.However,the coating with a high FG dosage(15 wt%)degraded performance due to defect accumulation and reduced crystallinity of KMgPO_(4)·6H_(2)O.This work advances the rational design of multifunctional inorganic coatings for extreme service environments requiring coupled corrosion protection and thermal management.展开更多
High-performance graphite materials have important roles in aerospace and nuclear reactor technologies because of their outstanding chemical stability and high-temperature performance.Their traditional production meth...High-performance graphite materials have important roles in aerospace and nuclear reactor technologies because of their outstanding chemical stability and high-temperature performance.Their traditional production method relies on repeated impregnation-carbonization and graphitization,and is plagued by lengthy preparation cycles and high energy consumption.Phase transition-assisted self-pressurized selfsintering technology can rapidly produce high-strength graphite materials,but the fracture strain of the graphite materials produced is poor.To solve this problem,this study used a two-step sintering method to uniformly introduce micro-nano pores into natural graphite-based bulk graphite,achieving improved fracture strain of the samples without reducing their density and mechanical properties.Using natural graphite powder,micron-diamond,and nano-diamond as raw materials,and by precisely controlling the staged pressure release process,the degree of diamond phase transition expansion was effectively regulated.The strain-to-failure of the graphite samples reached 1.2%,a 35%increase compared to samples produced by fullpressure sintering.Meanwhile,their flexural strength exceeded 110 MPa,and their density was over 1.9 g/cm^(3).The process therefore produced both a high strength and a high fracture strain.The interface evolution and toughening mechanism during the two-step sintering process were investigated.It is believed that the micro-nano pores formed have two roles:as stress concentrators they induce yielding by shear and as multi-crack propagation paths they significantly lengthen the crack propagation path.The two-step sintering phase transition strategy introduces pores and provides a new approach for increasing the fracture strain of brittle materials.展开更多
CeO_(2) based semiconductor are widely used in solar-driven photothermal catalytic dry reforming of methane(DRM)reaction,but still suffer from low activity and low light utilization efficiency.This study developed gra...CeO_(2) based semiconductor are widely used in solar-driven photothermal catalytic dry reforming of methane(DRM)reaction,but still suffer from low activity and low light utilization efficiency.This study developed graphite-CeO_(2) interfaces to enhance solar-driven photothermal catalytic DRM.Compared with carbon nanotubes-modified CeO_(2)(CeO_(2)-CNT),graphite-modified CeO_(2)(CeO_(2)-GRA)constructed graphite-CeO_(2) interfaces with distortion in CeO_(2),leading to the formation abundant oxygen vacancies.These graphite-CeO_(2) interfaces with oxygen vacancies enhanced optical absorption and promoted the generation and separation of photogenerated carriers.The high endothermic capacity of graphite elevated the catalyst surface temperature from 592.1−691.3℃,boosting light-to-thermal conversion.The synergy between photogenerated carriers and localized heat enabled Ni/CeO_(2)-GRA to achieve a CO production rate of 9985.6 mmol/(g·h)(vs 7192.4 mmol/(g·h)for Ni/CeO_(2))and a light-to-fuel efficiency of 21.8%(vs 13.8%for Ni/CeO_(2)).This work provides insights for designing graphite-semiconductor interfaces to advance photothermal catalytic efficiency.展开更多
基金supported by European Union's Horizon Europe,UK Research and Innovation(UKRI).
文摘Graphite,encompassing both natural graphite and synthetic graphite,and graphene,have been extensively utilized and investigated as anode materials and additives in lithium-ion batteries(LIBs).In the pursuit of carbon neutrality,LIBs are expected to play a pivotal role in reducing CO_(2)emissions by decreasing reliance on fossil fuels and enabling the integration of renewable energy sources.Owing to their technological maturity and exceptional electrochemical performance,the global production of graphite and graphene for LIBs is projected to continue expanding.Over the past decades,numerous researchers have concentrated on reducing the material and energy input whilst optimising the electrochemical performance of graphite and graphene,through novel synthesis methods and various modifications at the laboratory scale.This review provides a comprehensive examination of the manufacturing methods,environmental impact,research progress,and challenges associated with graphite and graphene in LIBs from an industrial perspective,with a particular focus on the carbon footprint of production processes.Additionally,it considers emerging challenges and future development directions of graphite and graphene,offering significant insights for ongoing and future research in the field of green LIBs.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2024YFA1612900)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52103365 and No.12375270)the Guangdong Innovative and Entrepreneurial Research Team Program,China(Grant No.2021ZT09L227).
文摘Fine-grained nuclear graphite is a key material in high-temperature gas-cooled reactors(HTGRs).During air ingress accidents,core graphite components undergo severe oxidation,threatening structural integrity.Therefore,understanding the oxidation behavior of nuclear graphite is essential for reactor safety.The influence of oxidation involves multiple factors,including temperature,sample size,oxidant,impurities,filler type and size,etc.The size of the filler particles plays a crucial role in this study.Five ultrafine-and superfine-grained nuclear graphite samples(5.9-34.4μm)are manufactured using identical raw materials and manufacturing processes.Isothermal oxidation tests conducted at 650℃-750℃ are used to study the oxidation behavior.Additionally,comprehensive characterization is performed to analyze the crystal structure,surface morphology,and nanoscale to microscale pore structure of the samples.Results indicate that oxidation behavior cannot be predicted solely based on filler grain size.Reactive site concentration,characterized by active surface area,dominates the chemical reaction kinetics,whereas pore tortuosity,quantified by the structural parameterΨ,plays a key role in regulating oxidant diffusion.These findings clarify the dual role of microstructure in oxidation mechanisms and establish a theoretical and experimental basis for the design of high-performance nuclear graphite capable of long-term service in high-temperature gas-cooled reactors.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.92166105 and 52005053)High-Tech Industry Science and Technology Innovation Leading Program of Hunan Province(No.2020GK2085)the Science and Technology Innovation Program of Hunan Province(No.2021RC3096).
文摘(NbZrHfTi)C high-entropy ceramics,as an emerging class of ultra-high-temperature materials,have garnered significant interest due to their unique multi-principal-element crystal structure and exceptional hightemperature properties.This study systematically investigates the mechanical properties of(NbZrHfTi)C high-entropy ceramics by employing first-principles density functional theory,combined with the Debye-Grüneisen model,to explore the variations in their thermophysical properties with temperature(0–2000 K)and pressure(0–30 GPa).Thermodynamically,the calculated mixing enthalpy and Gibbs free energy confirm the feasibility of forming a stable single-phase solid solution in(NbZrHfTi)C.The calculated results of the elastic stiffness constant indicate that the material meets the mechanical stability criteria of the cubic crystal system,further confirming the structural stability.Through evaluation of key mechanical parameters—bulk modulus,shear modulus,Young’s modulus,and Poisson’s ratio—we provide comprehensive insight into the macro-mechanical behaviour of the material and its correlation with the underlying microstructure.Notably,compared to traditional binary carbides and their average properties,(NbZrHfTi)C exhibits higher Vickers hardness(Approximately 28.5 GPa)and fracture toughness(Approximately 3.4 MPa⋅m^(1/2)),which can be primarily attributed to the lattice distortion and solid-solution strengthening mechanism.The study also utilizes the quasi-harmonic approximation method to predict the material’s thermophysical properties,including Debye temperature(initial value around 563 K),thermal expansion coefficient(approximately 8.9×10^(−6) K−1 at 2000 K),and other key parameters such as heat capacity at constant volume.The results show that within the studied pressure and temperature ranges,(NbZrHfTi)C consistently maintains a stable phase structure and good thermomechanical properties.The thermal expansion coefficient increasing with temperature,while heat capacity approaches the Dulong-Petit limit at elevated temperatures.These findings underscore the potential of(NbZrHfTi)C applications in ultra-high temperature thermal protection systems,cutting tool coatings,and nuclear structural materials.
基金Project(U19A2099)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China。
文摘In order to effectively prevent the contamination of carbon particle volatiles during high-purity SiC crystals are prepared using the physical vapor transport(PVT)method in ultra-high temperature environments(T³2000℃),this study innovatively attempts to protect graphite materials with SiC reinforced pyrolytic graphite(PyG)coating.It is discovered by preparing the SiC particle layer,the degree of graphitization and stability of PyG coating can be improved.The corrosion test results demonstrated that the SiC reinforced PyG coating can maintain an intact coating with a high graphitization degree after the SiC vapour corrosion test of 2050℃-120 h.Conversely,the samples with and without PyG coating reveal porous and eroded surfaces.Furthermore,following the SiC vapour corrosion test,the PyG coating sample’s integral ratio of D-band and G-band(I_(D)/I_(G))of Raman spectrum test data,reduced by 6.5%,while the SiC reinforced PyG coating decreased by 17.2%,indicating its excellent corrosion resistance.The application of SiC reinforced pyrolytic graphite coating in preparing the SiC single crystal might received a theoretical foundation according to this work.
基金supported by the National Research Foundation of Korea(NRF)grant funded by the Korean government(MSIT)(No.NRF-2021M3H4A1A02048529)the Ministry of Trade,Industry and Energy(MOTIE)of the Korean government under grant No.RS-2022-00155854support from the DGIST Supercomputing and Big Data Center.
文摘To enhance the electrochemical performance of lithium-ion battery anodes with higher silicon content,it is essential to engineer their microstructure for better lithium-ion transport and mitigated volume change as well.Herein,we suggest an effective approach to control the micropore structure of silicon oxide(SiO_(x))/artificial graphite(AG)composite electrodes using a perforated current collector.The electrode features a unique pore structure,where alternating high-porosity domains and low-porosity domains markedly reduce overall electrode resistance,leading to a 20%improvement in rate capability at a 5C-rate discharge condition.Using microstructure-resolved modeling and simulations,we demonstrate that the patterned micropore structure enhances lithium-ion transport,mitigating the electrolyte concentration gradient of lithium-ion.Additionally,perforating current collector with a chemical etching process increases the number of hydrogen bonding sites and enlarges the interface with the SiO_(x)/AG composite electrode,significantly improving adhesion strength.This,in turn,suppresses mechanical degradation and leads to a 50%higher capacity retention.Thus,regularly arranged micropore structure enabled by the perforated current collector successfully improves both rate capability and cycle life in SiO_(x)/AG composite electrodes,providing valuable insights into electrode engineering.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52274346).
文摘Waste graphitization cathode carbon blocks are a type of hazardous solid waste generated during the aluminum electrolysis process,and their proper disposal is a key step in the resource utilization of discarded graphite.This study utilizes the porous“defect advantage”of a cathode carbon block matrix to prepare silicon-doped and asphalt-coated detoxified and purified waste graphitization cathode carbon blocks for use as high-performance silicon/carbon composite anode materials.The results show that the uniformly silicondoped silicon/carbon composite material features a unique amorphous carbon-encapsulated“locked silicon”structure,which effectively addresses issues such as cathode volume expansion,excessive growth of the solid electrolyte interphase(SEI)film,and poor electrical contact between active materials.Consequently,electrochemical performance is enhanced.After assembly in a half-cell,the PSCC/10%Si@C(purified waste graphitization cathode carbon/10%Si@C)material exhibits optimal electrochemical stability,with an initial charging specific capacity of 514.5 mAh/g at 0.1 C(1 C=170 mA/g)and a capacity retention rate of 95.1%after 100 cycles.At a charge rate of 2.0 C,a specific capacity of 216.9 mAh/g is achieved.This technology provides a new pathway for the economical and high-value utilization of waste cathode carbon blocks and the development of low-cost,high-performance anode materials.
基金supported by Key Program of National Natural Science Foundation of China (No. 52032003)National Natural Science for Youth Foundation of China (No. 52102093)+2 种基金National Natural Science Foundation of China (No. 51872059),National Natural Science Foundation of China (No. 51772061)China Postdoctoral Science Foundation (No. 2021M690817)Heilongjiang Provincial Postdoctoral Science Foundation (No. LBH-Z20144)。
文摘Various thermal protection materials exhibit obviously different and complicated thermal response,oxidation and ablation behavior,which are very important for the appropriate design and selection.However,the relative researches are very few currently.In this work,the thermal response,oxidation and ablation behavior of representative thermal protection materials including ultra-high temperature ceramics,C/SiC,C/C, graphite and graphite-ceramic were investigated systematically in strong heat flux,high enthalpy and low-pressure environments.Thermal response of these materials was analyzed based on experimental results and thermal energy balance that accounts for all of the heat transfer processes transporting energy into and out of the surface.Many factors were playing important roles in the thermal response including thermal conductivity,volumetric heat capacity,catalytic efficiency,emissivity and oxidation characteristics of the materials.The importance of each factor not only depends on the material characteristics such as material composition and phase content but also environment parameters including heat flux,enthalpy,pressure and testing time.The comparisons and relationships of oxidation and ablation behaviors for these materials under extreme environments were also illustrated in detail.Furthermore,thermal response and ablation behaviors of pre-oxidized material or repeated tests were also performed to evaluate the effect of pre-treatment on the performance and reusability of thermal protection materials.This work offers guiding significance for the appropriate design and selection of thermal protection materials.
基金the project supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Hubei Province(Grant No.2023BAB106)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.U20A20239)the Scientific Research Project of Education Department of Hubei Province(D20211104).
文摘ZrB_(2)-based ceramic composites were prepared by spark plasma sintering using ZrB_(2) powder prepared by molten salt method as raw material and SiC and nano-graphite as additives.The effects of nano-graphite addition on the physical properties and oxidation resistance of ZrB_(2)-based ceramic samples were investigated.The results show that the addition of an appropriate amount of nano-graphite can effectively improve the density of ZrB_(2)-based ceramic composites and improve the physical properties of the materials.The flexural strength of the ceramic sample with 8 vol.%nano-graphite reached 418.54 MPa,which was 53.14% higher than that of ZrB_(2)-SiC ceramic material(273.31 MPa),and its oxidation resistance was also significantly improved.It demonstrats that the addition of an appropriate amount of nano-graphite can effectively improve the physical properties and oxidation resistance of ZrB_(2)-SiC ceramic composites.Via prolonging its service life in application and promoting the development of ZrB_(2)-based ceramic composites,it is of great significance for clean steel smelting.
文摘Lithium-ion batteries(LIBs)are an electrochemical energy storage technology that has been widely used for portable electrical devices,electric vehicles,and grid storage,etc.To satisfy the demand for user convenience especially for electric vehicles,the development of a fast-charging technology for LIBs has become a critical focus.In commercial LIBs,the slow kinetics of Li+intercalation into the graphite anode from the electrolyte solution is known as the main restriction for fast-charging.We summarize the recent advances in obtaining fast-charging graphite-based anodes,mainly involving modifications of the electrolyte solution and graphite anode.Specifically,strategies for increasing the ionic conductivity and regulating the Li+solvation/desolvation state in the electrolyte solution,as well as optimizing the fabrication and the intrinsic activity of graphite-based anodes are discussed in detail.This review considers practical ways to obtain fast Li+intercalation kinetics into a graphite anode from the electrolyte as well as analysing progress in the commercialization of fast-charging LIBs.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.51075285) the Provincial Natural Science Foundation of Liaoning in China(No.20102222)
文摘Zirconium alloys are active in the molten state and tend to react with the mold during casting. The casting technology of zirconium is not yet well established; especially in selecting the mold materials, which are difficult to determine. In the present work, the interfacial reactions between zirconium casting and casting mold were studied. The zirconium alloy was melted in a vacuum arc skull furnace and then cast into the graphite mold and ceramic mold, respectively. The zirconium casting samples were characterized using SEM, EDS and XRD with an emphasis on the chemical diffusion of elements. A reaction layer was observed at the casting surface. Chemical analysis shows that chemical elements C, O and Y from the mold are diffused into the molten zirconium, and new phases, such as ZrC, Zr30, YO1.335 and Y6ZrO11, are formed at the surface. In addition, an end product of zirconium valve cast in a yttria mold has a compact structure and good surface quality.
基金supported by the Science and Technology Projects of the State Grid Corporation of China(5500-202323102A-1-1-ZN).
文摘Although graphite(G)materials dominate the commercial lithium-ion battery(LIBs)anode market due to their excellent overall performance,their limited rate performance and cycle life hinder applications in highperformance fields.To improve the cycling and rate performance of graphite anodes,this study first employed economical and eco-friendly tannic acid(TA)as a carbon coating precursor to coat graphite surfaces viaπ-πstacking interactions.In an oxygen-rich alkaline environment,tannic acid undergoes oxidation polymerization and crosslinks with formaldehyde to form a polymer matrix that coats the graphite surface.After subsequent carbonization,carbon-coated graphite material(G@C)was successfully synthesized.Carbon coatings on graphite effectively lower LIB resistance,enhance lithium-ion diffusion,and prevent exfoliation during cycling,thereby significantly boosting rate performance and prolonging the cycle life of graphite.After 500 cycles at 2C,the specific capacity of G@C was 103.7 mAh g^(-1),with a retention of 89%.However,G exhibited only 68.7 mAh g^(-1) and 85%retention under identical conditions.This carbon-coated graphite modification strategy offers a novel,green,and economical approach for designing and tailoring graphite anode materials for lithium-ion batteries with long cycle life and high rate.
基金Project supported by the Key Research and Develop Projects in Gansu Province(Grant No.23YFGA0002)the project funding of Audiowell Electronics(Guangdong)Co.,Ltd.
文摘Piezoelectric ceramic materials are important components of piezoelectric buzzers,where the parameter of inverse piezoelectric coefficient(d_(33)^(*))plays a decisive role in the performance of the buzzer.Here,we report the manufacture and performance of a lead-free ceramic-based(0.96(K_(0.5)Na_(0.5))(Nb_(0.96)Sb_(0.04))O_(3)-0.04(Bi_(0.5)Na_(0.5))ZrO_(3)-1 mol%Al_(2)O_(3),abbreviated as KNNS-BNZ-1 mol%Al_(2)O_(3))piezoelectric buzzer and compare it with commercial(PbZr_(0.5)Ti_(0.5)O_(3),abbreviated as PZT)ceramics.Briefly,KNN-based ceramics have a typical perovskite structure and piezoelectric properties of d_(33)=480 pC/N,k_(p)=0.62 and d_(33)^(*)=830 pm/V,compared to d_(33)=500 pC/N,k_(p)=0.6 and d_(33)^(*)=918 pm/V of the commercial PZT-4 ceramics.Our results show that the KNNS-BNZ-1 mol%Al_(2)O_(3)ceramics have a similar sound pressure level performance over the testing frequency range to commercial PZT ceramics(which is even better in the 3-4 kHz range).These findings highlight the great application potential of KNN-based piezoelectric ceramics.
文摘Thermal and mechanical properties of yttrium tantalate(YTaO_(4)),a top coat ceramic of thermal barrier coatings(TBCs)for aeroengines,are enhanced by synthesizing Y_(1-x)Ta_(1-x)M_(2x)O_(4)(M=Ti,Zr,Hf;x=0.06,0.12,0.18,0.24)medium-entropy ceramics(MECs)using a two-step sintering method.In addition,the thermal conductivity,thermal expansion coefficients(TECs),and fracture toughness of MECs were investigated.An X-ray diffraction study revealed that the Y_(1-x)Ta_(1-x)M_(2x)O_(4) MECs were monoclinic,and the Ti,Zr,and Hf doping elements replaced Y and Ta.The variations in atomic weights and ionic radii led to disturbed atomic arrangements and severe lattice distortions,resulting in improving the phonon scattering and reduced thermal conductivity,with Y_(1-x)Ta_(1-x)M_(2x)O_(4) MECs(x=0.24)exhibiting the lowest thermal conductivity of 1.23 W·m^(-1)·K^(-1)at 900℃.The introduction of MO_(2) increased the configurational entropy and weakened the ionic bonding energy,obtaining high TECs(10.4×10^(-6)K^(-1)at 1400℃).The reduction in the monoclinic angle β lowered the ferroelastic domain inversion energy barrier.Moreover,microcracks and crack extension toughening endowed Y_(1-x)Ta_(1-x)M_(2x)O_(4) MECs(x=0.24)with the highest fracture toughness of(4.1±0.5)MPa·m~(1/2).The simultaneous improvement of the thermal and mechanical properties of the MO_(2)(M=Ti,Zr,Hf)co-doped YTaO_(4) MECs can be extended to other materials.
基金supports from National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52105498)The science and technology innovation Program of Hunan Province(Grant No.2021RC3074)+2 种基金Advanced Laser Technology Laboratory of Anhui Province(AHL2022KF04)National Key R&D Program of China(Grant No.2023YFB14605500)Changsha Natural Science Foundation(kq2402089).
文摘Combined pulsed laser(CPL),introduced in 1975 for target damage,integrates different lasers to achieve high peak power and pulse energy.However,despite decades of research,CPL remains unused for long-range target damage due to the challenge of maintaining high peak power density over long distances.We note that a potential solution lies in leveraging the air filament generated by femtosecond laser,which can transmit peak power densities higher than 1014 W/cm^(2)under the power clamping effect.To address this,a concept of a femtosecond laser induced air filament-CW CPL for surface damage of ceramics was introduced.We found no surface changes in ceramic targets when irradiated with a CW laser alone.By way of contrast,the target can be penetrated in a very short time(20 ms)with the assistance of the femtosecond laser induced air filament.In this context,we employ high-speed shadow imaging,cross-timescale simulation models and macro-microscopic characterization,to elucidate the CPL damage mechanism.The optimal CPL,combining a 1 mJ femtosecond laser and a 500 W CW laser,yields a damage rate of 1.51×10^(7)μm^(3)/J,representing an improvement of approximately 175%compared to single femtosecond laser ablation and around 59%enhancement compared to coating-assisted CW laser ablation.Furthermore,the efficacy of the proposed femtosecond-CW CPL method is demonstrated in causing penetration damage of ceramic/metal composite material or direct damage of sapphire,showcasing its versatility in damaging applications.Consequently,the femtosecond-CW CPL ablation method presented in this paper holds great promise as a new type of damage method for transparent hard and brittle materials.
基金Funded by Scientific and Technological Innovation Project of Carbon Emission Peak and Carbon Neutrality of Jiangsu Province(No.BE2022028-4)。
文摘We adopted the solution impregnation route with aluminum dihydrogen phosphate solution as liquid medium for effective surface modification on graphite substrate.The mass ratio of graphite to Al(H_(2)PO_(4))_(3) changed from 0.5:1 to 4:1,and the impregnation time changed from 1 to 7 h.The typical composite phase change thermal storage materials doped with the as-treated graphite were fabricated using form-stable technique.To investigate the oxidation and anti-oxidation behavior of the impregnated graphite at high temperatures,the samples were put into a muffle furnace for a cyclic heat test.Based on SEM,EDS,DSC techniques,analyses on the impregnated technique suggested an optimized processing conditions of a 3 h impregnation time with the ratio of graphite:Al(H_(2)PO_(4))_(3) as 1:3 for graphite impregnation treatment.Further investigations on high-temperature phase change heat storage materials doped by the treated graphite suggested excellent oxidation resistance and thermal cycling performance.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2023YFF0720700)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52032010 and 52272120)the Central Government Funds of Guiding Local Scientific and Technological Development for Sichuan Province(No.2022ZYD0018).
文摘The types of dopants lead to distinctive microstructural evolution behavior and physical properties in materials.In this study,the effect of stoichiometric and non-stoichiometric Mn modification,namely Pb(Mn_(1/3) Nb_(2/3))O_(3)(PMnN)and MnO_(2),on the microstructure and properties of Pb(Yb_(1/2) Nb_(1/2))O_(3)-PbZrO_(3)-PbTiO_(3)(PYN-PZT)piezoelectric ceramics are systematically investigated.It was found that stoichiometric PMnN modification inhibits the grain growth while non-stoichiometric MnO_(2) modification promotes it,and thus the former yields stronger high-power characteristics(higher internal bias field Ei and larger mechanical quality factor Q_(m))than the latter.Specifically,with an equivalent amount of Mn modifica-tion(2 mol%),PMnN and MnO_(2) modification PYN-PZT ceramics exhibit significantly different values for average grain size(1.21μm vs.14.12μm),Ei(8.5 kV/cm vs.5 kV/cm),and Qm(2376 vs.1134).To further evaluate high-power performance,the vibration velocity v of these two modified PYN-PZT under high driving conditions was measured.Under an AC electric field of 3.5 V/mm,the PYN-PZT+6PMnN ceram-ics exhibit a v of up to 0.95 m s^(−1),larger than both MnO2-doped PYN-PZT(0.72 m s^(−1))and unmodified PYN-PZT ceramics(0.1 m s^(−1)),and far outperformance than both PZT-4 and PZT-8 ceramics.Furthermore,to elucidate the origin of the exceptional high-power performance of PMnN-modified PYN-PZT,we per-formed phase-field simulations revealing a pinning effect of the grain boundary on domain wall motion.Consequently,the small grain size(high grain boundary density)in PMnN-modified PYN-PZT exhibits a strong pinning effect,resulting in a large Q_(m) and outstanding high-power performance.
文摘With rapid advancements in physics and particle medicine,the domestic accelerator industry has grown rapidly.During the 12th Five-Year Plan period,the Institute of Modern Physics of the Chinese Academy of Sciences took on a plurality of accelerator projects.Nevertheless,the stability of the coupler,a crucial system within the cavities of accelerators,has encountered certain difficulties.The alumina ceramics,which constitute the core component of the coupler,are increasingly prone to breakage and solder joint failures due to their inferior environmental adaptability,inadequate mechanical properties,and high gas emissions.Conversely,with the advancements in medical technology and materials science,zirconia ceramics have emerged as a prospective remedy for these problems.This type of ceramic is highly esteemed for its outstanding environmental adaptability,remarkable mechanical properties,and excellent high-temperature resistance,exhibiting extraordinary value in dental applications.This study investigates the use of zirconia ceramics in a 162.5 MHz 3-1/8"standard ceramic window,combining experimental data with finite element RF simulations and multi-physics analysis.A new coupler featuring a zirconia ceramic window was tested on a Quarter-Wave Resonator,demonstrating excellent alignment between electromagnetic simulations and measurement results.This reveals the substantial application potential and practical worth of the zirconia ceramic material in the context of accelerators.
基金National Key Research and Development Program of China(2024YFB3714804)National Natural Science Foundation of China(52171277)+1 种基金Baima Lake Laboratory Joint Funds of the Zhejiang Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China(LBMHZ24E020001)Shanxi-Zheda Institute of Advanced Materials and Chemical Engineering(2022SZ-TD006).
文摘Magnesium potassium phosphate cement(MKPC)coatings exhibit potential for carbon steel protection but face challenges in practical application due to the preparation process and properties.This study develops flake graphite(FG)-modified MKPC coatings via spraying process,investigating the effects of FG size and dosage on phase composition,microstructure,mechanical properties,corrosion protection,and thermal conductivity.Results show that a low FG dosage(5 wt%)synergistically optimizes multifunctional performance.Compared to unmodified MKPC,FG2-1 exhibited exceptional impact resistance,associated with a 57%reduction in corrosion current density(icorr),a 356.3% increase in low-frequency impedance modulus(Z_(0.01 Hz))and a 37% increase in thermal conductivity.However,the coating with a high FG dosage(15 wt%)degraded performance due to defect accumulation and reduced crystallinity of KMgPO_(4)·6H_(2)O.This work advances the rational design of multifunctional inorganic coatings for extreme service environments requiring coupled corrosion protection and thermal management.
基金Natural Science Foundation of Shanghai(24ZR1400800)he Natural Science Foundation of China(U23A20685,52073058,91963204)+1 种基金the National Key R&D Program of China(2021YFB3701400)Shanghai Sailing Program(23YF1400200)。
文摘High-performance graphite materials have important roles in aerospace and nuclear reactor technologies because of their outstanding chemical stability and high-temperature performance.Their traditional production method relies on repeated impregnation-carbonization and graphitization,and is plagued by lengthy preparation cycles and high energy consumption.Phase transition-assisted self-pressurized selfsintering technology can rapidly produce high-strength graphite materials,but the fracture strain of the graphite materials produced is poor.To solve this problem,this study used a two-step sintering method to uniformly introduce micro-nano pores into natural graphite-based bulk graphite,achieving improved fracture strain of the samples without reducing their density and mechanical properties.Using natural graphite powder,micron-diamond,and nano-diamond as raw materials,and by precisely controlling the staged pressure release process,the degree of diamond phase transition expansion was effectively regulated.The strain-to-failure of the graphite samples reached 1.2%,a 35%increase compared to samples produced by fullpressure sintering.Meanwhile,their flexural strength exceeded 110 MPa,and their density was over 1.9 g/cm^(3).The process therefore produced both a high strength and a high fracture strain.The interface evolution and toughening mechanism during the two-step sintering process were investigated.It is believed that the micro-nano pores formed have two roles:as stress concentrators they induce yielding by shear and as multi-crack propagation paths they significantly lengthen the crack propagation path.The two-step sintering phase transition strategy introduces pores and provides a new approach for increasing the fracture strain of brittle materials.
文摘CeO_(2) based semiconductor are widely used in solar-driven photothermal catalytic dry reforming of methane(DRM)reaction,but still suffer from low activity and low light utilization efficiency.This study developed graphite-CeO_(2) interfaces to enhance solar-driven photothermal catalytic DRM.Compared with carbon nanotubes-modified CeO_(2)(CeO_(2)-CNT),graphite-modified CeO_(2)(CeO_(2)-GRA)constructed graphite-CeO_(2) interfaces with distortion in CeO_(2),leading to the formation abundant oxygen vacancies.These graphite-CeO_(2) interfaces with oxygen vacancies enhanced optical absorption and promoted the generation and separation of photogenerated carriers.The high endothermic capacity of graphite elevated the catalyst surface temperature from 592.1−691.3℃,boosting light-to-thermal conversion.The synergy between photogenerated carriers and localized heat enabled Ni/CeO_(2)-GRA to achieve a CO production rate of 9985.6 mmol/(g·h)(vs 7192.4 mmol/(g·h)for Ni/CeO_(2))and a light-to-fuel efficiency of 21.8%(vs 13.8%for Ni/CeO_(2)).This work provides insights for designing graphite-semiconductor interfaces to advance photothermal catalytic efficiency.
