Additive manufacturing,commonly known as 3D printing,is transitioning from prototyping to a viable construction technology,enabling unprecedented geometric freedom and material efficiency.This paper focuses on the des...Additive manufacturing,commonly known as 3D printing,is transitioning from prototyping to a viable construction technology,enabling unprecedented geometric freedom and material efficiency.This paper focuses on the design,manufacturing,and structural performance of customized,non-standard building components fabricated through concrete 3D printing.It investigates the interplay between computational design tools(e.g.,topology optimization,generative design)and the constraints and opportunities of the extrusion-based 3D printing process.The mechanical properties of printed concrete,particularly the anisotropic behavior due to layer-by-layer deposition,are critically analyzed.A series of mechanical tests on printed specimens(compression,flexural,and inter-layer shear)is presented and compared with cast-in-place concrete.The research demonstrates that through intelligent design that aligns with the printing path and material properties,3D printed components can achieve superior strength-to-weight ratios and novel functional integration(e.g.,internal cooling channels).This work provides valuable insights for architects and engineers seeking to leverage 3D printing for creating high-performance,architecturally expressive building elements.展开更多
Basic loads applied on the airship envelope were analyzed.The resultant forces,the static bending moment and the dynamic bending moment were formulated.Based on classic linear elastic membrane theory,the procedures to...Basic loads applied on the airship envelope were analyzed.The resultant forces,the static bending moment and the dynamic bending moment were formulated.Based on classic linear elastic membrane theory,the procedures to calculate the minimum pressure were proposed for sufficient rigidity evaluation.The limit load capacity was further investigated,and the related formula were developed.Finally,the stress and internal forces analysis was carried out for cylindrical and non-cylindrical approximations of envelope hull of airship.The present research is very valuable to the overall preliminary design of airship and further research.展开更多
The cable-strut structural system is statically and kinematically indeterminate. The initial pre-stress is a key factor for determining the shape and load carrying capacity. A new numerical algorithm is presented here...The cable-strut structural system is statically and kinematically indeterminate. The initial pre-stress is a key factor for determining the shape and load carrying capacity. A new numerical algorithm is presented herein for the initial pre-stress finding procedure of complete cable-strut assembly. This method is based on the linear adjustment theory and does not take into account the material behavior. By using this method,the initial pre-stress of the multi self-stress modes can be found easily and the cal-culation process is simplified and efficient also. Finally,the initial pre-stress and structural performances of a particular Levy cable dome are analyzed comprehensively. The algorithm has proven to be efficient and correct,and the numerical results are valuable for practical design of Levy cable dome.展开更多
Structure characteristics about activated carbon fibers (ACF) and polyimide (P84) doped ACF modified by HNO3 solution were studied to apply in mercury removal in coal-fired flue gases. The P84, which was always used i...Structure characteristics about activated carbon fibers (ACF) and polyimide (P84) doped ACF modified by HNO3 solution were studied to apply in mercury removal in coal-fired flue gases. The P84, which was always used in the non-woven fabric for bag filter, was intermingled with polyacrylonitrile-based ACF (PAN-ACF) in the weight ratio of 1∶1 in order to make the doped ACF with P84 (doped-ACF-P84). Then the doped-ACF-P84 fibers were modified by HNO3 solution. The structure and morphology of doped-ACF-P84 were characterized and compared with those of ACF and doped-ACF-P84 modified by HNO3solution. The results show that the modified doped-ACF-P84 fibers have almost the same pore structure and specific surface area comparing with the original one. However, contrasted with the original PAN-ACF, the doped-ACF-P84 fibers modified by HNO3 solution have more oxygen-containing groups used for mercury removal. In particular, they have more lactone and carboxyl groups.展开更多
This paper presents a review of the studies on the structural performance of recycled aggregate concrete(RAC) elements and structures in the past 10 years in China.The flexural and shear behaviour of RAC beams,the com...This paper presents a review of the studies on the structural performance of recycled aggregate concrete(RAC) elements and structures in the past 10 years in China.The flexural and shear behaviour of RAC beams,the compression performance of RAC columns as well as the flexural performance of RAC slabs are overviewed and summarized.The seismic responses of beam-column joints,shear walls as well as frames made of RAC are also covered.The experimental observations indicate that the structural performance of RAC elements and structures is somewhat similar to that of natural aggregate concrete(NAC) members.A brief introduction to the application of RAC in sustainable buildings in China is also presented.展开更多
An experimental and numerical investigation into the structural performance of reinforced concrete box sewers with typical corrosion-related extreme defects localized at the ceiling was conducted.Firstly,during the la...An experimental and numerical investigation into the structural performance of reinforced concrete box sewers with typical corrosion-related extreme defects localized at the ceiling was conducted.Firstly,during the large-scale laboratory test,some key struc-tural responses were captured and evaluated,including the crack width development process(via digital image correlation measurement),ceiling deflection,and material strains of both complete and typical defective boxes.The failure modes and load-carrying mechanism throughout the specimen loading phases were analyzed.Furthermore,the specimen failure process was simulated using a damage-basedfinite element method,and a related parameter sensitivity analysis was performed.The results indicate that the defective ceiling cracked at mid-span under a low load value,but the bending capacity loss can be substituted by two shoulders and carry three tofive times more load before completely collapsing.The simulation matched the lab test qualitatively,and with the suggested set strategy of material parameters,the load-deflection feature curve could provide a practical prediction of the ultimate bearing capacity of the defec-tive sewers,with a 10–15%error on the safe side.展开更多
Currently,more than ten ultrahigh arch dams have been constructed or are being constructed in China.Safety control is essential to long-term operation of these dams.This study employed the flexibility coefficient and ...Currently,more than ten ultrahigh arch dams have been constructed or are being constructed in China.Safety control is essential to long-term operation of these dams.This study employed the flexibility coefficient and plastic complementary energy norm to assess the structural safety of arch dams.A comprehensive analysis was conducted,focusing on differences among conventional methods in characterizing the structural behavior of the Xiaowan arch dam in China.Subsequently,the spatiotemporal characteristics of the measured performance of the Xiaowan dam were explored,including periodicity,convergence,and time-effect characteristics.These findings revealed the governing mechanism of main factors.Furthermore,a heterogeneous spatial panel vector model was developed,considering both common factors and specific factors affecting the safety and performance of arch dams.This model aims to comprehensively illustrate spatial heterogeneity between the entire structure and local regions,introducing a specific effect quantity to characterize local deformation differences.Ultimately,the proposed model was applied to the Xiaowan arch dam,accurately quantifying the spatiotemporal heterogeneity of dam performance.Additionally,the spatiotemporal distri-bution characteristics of environmental load effects on different parts of the dam were reasonably interpreted.Validation of the model prediction enhances its credibility,leading to the formulation of health diagnosis criteria for future long-term operation of the Xiaowan dam.The findings not only enhance the predictive ability and timely control of ultrahigh arch dams'performance but also provide a crucial basis for assessing the effectiveness of engineering treatment measures.展开更多
The objectives of this study are to explain the repairing and strengthening methods which are used to improve the structural performance of the bridge structure,to analyze the static and dynamic responses after streng...The objectives of this study are to explain the repairing and strengthening methods which are used to improve the structural performance of the bridge structure,to analyze the static and dynamic responses after strengthening,and to evaluate the performance of the bridge structure after repairing and strengthening.The methods of repairing and strengthening include reconstruction the deck of the bridge by casting 10 cm layer of concrete,strengthening the web and bottom floor of box girders of middle spans and side spans by sticking the steel plates,strengthening the whole bridge structure by using external pre-stressing tendons,and treatment the cracks.The results of theoretical analysis show that the values of tensile stress and vertical deflection are decreased and the compressive stress is increased after strengthening.There are not tensile stresses are appeared in the sections of the bridge structure.The modal analysis results show that the value of natural frequency is equal to 2.09 Hz which is more than the values before strengthening which is equal to 1.64 Hz,indicating that the stiffness of the bridge structure is improved and the strengthening process is effective to improve the cracks resistance and bearing capacity of the bridge structure.展开更多
Squat reinforced concrete(RC)shear walls are essential structural elements in low-rise buildings,valued for their high strength and stiffness.However,research on their seismic behavior remains limited,as most studies ...Squat reinforced concrete(RC)shear walls are essential structural elements in low-rise buildings,valued for their high strength and stiffness.However,research on their seismic behavior remains limited,as most studies focus on tall,slender walls,which exhibit distinct failure mechanisms and deformation characteristics.This study addresses this gap by conducting an extensive review of existing research on the seismic performance of squat RC shear walls.Experimental studies,analytical models,and numerical simulations are examined to provide insights into key factors affecting wall behavior during seismic events,including material properties,wall geometry,reinforcement detailing,and loading conditions.The review aims to support safer design practices by identifying current knowledge gaps and offering guidance on areas needing further investigation.The findings are expected to aid researchers and practitioners in refining seismic design codes,ultimately contributing to the development of more resilient squat RC shear walls for earthquake-prone regions.This research underscores the importance of improving structural resilience to enhance the safety and durability of buildings.展开更多
The tensile cable-strut structure is a self-equilibrate pre-stressed system.The initial pre-stress cal- culation is the fundamental structural analysis.A new numerical procedure was developed.The force density method ...The tensile cable-strut structure is a self-equilibrate pre-stressed system.The initial pre-stress cal- culation is the fundamental structural analysis.A new numerical procedure was developed.The force density method is the cornerstone of analytical formula,and then introduced into linear adjustment theory;the least square least norm solution,the optimized initial pre-stress,is yielded.The initial pre-stress and structural performances of a particular single-layer saddle-shaped cable-net structure were analyzed with the developed method,which is proved to be efficient and correct.The modal analyses were performed with respect to various pre-stress levels.Finally,the structural performances were investigated comprehensively.展开更多
A successful extraction process relies heavily on an excellent extractant structure.The theory of extractant structure and extraction performance is still insufficient to guide the design of new extractants,despite ex...A successful extraction process relies heavily on an excellent extractant structure.The theory of extractant structure and extraction performance is still insufficient to guide the design of new extractants,despite extensive research into extractants.However,diglycolamide extractants have demonstrated certain advantages in nuclear fuel reprocessing and rare earth extraction and separation.This paper focuses on the synthesis of 13 structurally serially changed extractants.There is a good connection between the extraction performance and the energy consumption of the carbonyl conformation torsion of the extractant with symmetrical straight-chain alkyl substituents.The extraction capacity of extractant decreases with the increase of alkyl chain length.The methyl substituent extractant shows higher extractability than the other.The steric effect of the alkyl chain with more than two carbons is not significantly different.The relationship between the structure and performance of extractants was systematically studied by the combination of theoretical calculations and experimental data to investigate the effects of symmetric,asymmetric and branched N-substituents on extraction performance.展开更多
Refractory alloys such as tungsten and molybdenum based alloys with high strength,thermal/electrical conductivity,low coefficient of thermal expansion and excellent creep resistances are highly desirable for applicati...Refractory alloys such as tungsten and molybdenum based alloys with high strength,thermal/electrical conductivity,low coefficient of thermal expansion and excellent creep resistances are highly desirable for applications in nuclear facilities,critical components in aerospace and defense components.However,the serious embrittlement limits the engineering usability of some refractory alloys.A lot of research results indicate that the performances of refractory alloys are closely related to the physical/chemical status,such as the interface dimension,interface type,interface composition of their grain boundaries(GBs),phase boundaries(PBs)and other interface features.This paper reviewed the recent progress of simulations and experiments on interface design strategies that achieve high performance refractory alloys.These strategies include GB interface purifying/strengthening,PB interface strengthening and PB/GB synergistic strengthening.Great details are provided on the design/fabrication strategy such as GB interface controlling,PB interface controlling and synergistic control of multi-scaled interfaces.The corresponding performances such as the mechanical property,thermal conductivity,thermal load resistance,thermal stability,irradiation resistance,and oxidation resistance are reviewed in the aspect to the effect of interfaces.In addition,the relationships between these interfaces and material properties are discussed.Finally,future developments and potential new research directions for refractory alloys are proposed.展开更多
The effects of structure parameters, such as molecular structure, segment kinds, molecular weight, and organic functional groups, on the performance of polyacrylic acid superplasticizer were discussed. According to th...The effects of structure parameters, such as molecular structure, segment kinds, molecular weight, and organic functional groups, on the performance of polyacrylic acid superplasticizer were discussed. According to the differences of chain sections, functional groups, eic, polyacrylic acid superplasticizer could be divided into A, B, C three parts. Among them, A chain section included sulfonic acid groups, B chain section carboxyl groups, C chain section polyester. Polyacrylic acid superplasticizers with different matching of A, B, C chain sections, different length of C chain section and different molecular weights were synthesized by acrylic acid, polyethylene glycol, sodium methyl allylsulfonate; the relation between the molecular structure and perfolxnance was also studied. The expetimental results indicate that the water-reduction ratio increases obviously with the increment of the proportion of sodium methyl allylsulfonate chain section in the molecular; the slump retention increases greatly with the increment of the proportion of acrylic acid chain section; the dispersion of cement particles increases with the increment of the chain length of polyethylene glycol; when the molecular weight is in the range of 5000, the dispersion and slump retentibity increase with the increment of the average molecular weight of polymers.展开更多
Li–S battery is one of the most promising candidates for next-generation energy storage technology.However, the rapid capacity fading and low-energy-density limit its large-scale applications. Scholars invest a lot o...Li–S battery is one of the most promising candidates for next-generation energy storage technology.However, the rapid capacity fading and low-energy-density limit its large-scale applications. Scholars invest a lot of effort to introduce new materials. A neglected problem is that reasonable structure is as important as new material. In this review, four kinds of cathode structures were analyzed through morphology and electrochemical properties. The relationship between structures and properties was elaborated through reaction mechanism. The advantages and disadvantages of each structure were discussed. We hope the summary and discussion provide inspiration for structure design in Li–S battery cathode materials.展开更多
Selective hydrogenation of 1,3‐butadiene is an essential process in the upgrading of the crude C4 cut from the petroleum chemical sector.Catalyst design is crucial to achieve a virtually alkadiene‐free product while...Selective hydrogenation of 1,3‐butadiene is an essential process in the upgrading of the crude C4 cut from the petroleum chemical sector.Catalyst design is crucial to achieve a virtually alkadiene‐free product while avoiding over‐hydrogenating valuable olefins.In addition to the great industrial relevance,this demanding selectivity pattern renders 1,3‐butadiene hydrogenation a widely used model reaction to discriminate selective hydrogenation catalysts in academia.Nonetheless,critical reviews on the catalyst development are extremely lacking in literature.In this review,we aim to provide the reader an in‐depth overview of different catalyst families,particularly the precious metal‐based monometallic catalysts(Pd,Pt,and Au),developed in the last half century.The emphasis is placed on the development of new strategies to design high‐performance architectures,the establishment of structure‐performance relationships,and the reaction and deactivation mechanisms.Thrilling directions for future optimization of catalyst formulations and engineering aspect are also provided.展开更多
The geological condition of Chinese coal mines are complex and high gassy,which account for ffty percent to seventy percent.Because of the abundant pores and cracks around the drainage drilling hole,the gas concentrat...The geological condition of Chinese coal mines are complex and high gassy,which account for ffty percent to seventy percent.Because of the abundant pores and cracks around the drainage drilling hole,the gas concentration attenuates rapidly,and the effective gas drainage period is short.The traditional sealing materials of yellow mud and cement-sand grout will readily shrink after the drilling hole is sealed,the sealing length is short and the sealing quality is not satisfactory.Currently widely used polyurethane material will shrink when it comes into contact with water,and the price is also very high.In this study,taking cement as a base material,a novel composite sealing material mixed by expansion admixture,additive,and fbrin and coupling agent was developed and the sealing performance and expansion property of the material were also studied and analyzed.The FEI Quanta TM 250 environmental scanning electron microscope was used to investigate the microstructure of material.The results revealed that the new composite sealing material had a desirable expansion performance and a defnite fluidity convenient for grouting.The solidifed material,combining closely with the drilling wall,possessed an adequate strength and was not easy to shrink.Compared to the conventional polyurethane,the gas drainage concentration by drilling sealing exceeded 40 percent,and the sealing capacity improves5 times,the sealing effect increases signifcantly.展开更多
Nanocrystalline and amorphous La_（2–x）Sm_xMg_（16）Ni＋200wt.% Ni（x=0, 0.1, 0.2, 0.3, 0.4） alloys were prepared by mechanical milling technology. The structures of as-cast and milled alloys were investigated by X...Nanocrystalline and amorphous La_（2–x）Sm_xMg_（16）Ni＋200wt.% Ni（x=0, 0.1, 0.2, 0.3, 0.4） alloys were prepared by mechanical milling technology. The structures of as-cast and milled alloys were investigated by X-ray diffraction（XRD）, scanning electron microscopy（SEM） and transmission electron microscopy（TEM）. Electrochemical performance of the alloy was studied by using an automatic galvanostatic system. The electrochemical impedance spectra（EIS） and Tafel polarization curves were measured by electrochemical workstation. The results indicated that the structures of the as-cast and milled alloys presented a multiphase structure with nanocrystalline and amorphous phase, moreover, transforming from nanocrystalline to amorphous phase with Sm doping. With the increase of Sm content, the maximum discharge capacity of the alloy was decreased from 922.6 to 649.1 m Ah/g, the high-rate discharge ability（HRD） was decreased, the cycle stability was strengthened, and the alloy exhibited excellent electrochemical kinetics. In addition, the charge-transfer resistance（R_（ct）） of alloy was lessened from 0.05874 to 0.02953 ？ and the limiting current density（I_L） was descended from 2.08366 to 1.04592 A/g with increasing Sm content.展开更多
The structure and performances of the large dimension steel ball made of 45 steel quenched after forging have been researched. The experiments indicate that the optimum results can be obtained under proper pro...The structure and performances of the large dimension steel ball made of 45 steel quenched after forging have been researched. The experiments indicate that the optimum results can be obtained under proper processes.展开更多
This paper focuses on how aging can affect performance of safety-related structures in nuclear power plant (NPP). Knowledge and assessment of impacts of aging on structures are essential to plant life extension analys...This paper focuses on how aging can affect performance of safety-related structures in nuclear power plant (NPP). Knowledge and assessment of impacts of aging on structures are essential to plant life extension analysis,especially performance to severe loadings such as loss-of-coolant-accidents or major seismic events. Plant life extension issues are of keen interest in countries (like the United States) which have a large,aging fleet of NPPs. This paper addresses the overlap and relationship of structure aging to severe loading performance,with particular emphasis on containment structures.展开更多
Nanocrystalline and amorphous Mg2Ni-type（Mg24Ni10Cu2）100–xNdx（x = 0, 5, 10, 15, 20） alloys were prepared by melt-spinning technology. The structures of as-cast and spun alloys were characterised by X-ray diffract...Nanocrystalline and amorphous Mg2Ni-type（Mg24Ni10Cu2）100–xNdx（x = 0, 5, 10, 15, 20） alloys were prepared by melt-spinning technology. The structures of as-cast and spun alloys were characterised by X-ray diffraction,scanning electron microscopy and transmission electron microscopy. Electrochemical performance of the alloy electrodes was measured using an automatic galvanostatic system. The electrochemical impedance spectra and Tafel polarisation curves of the alloy electrodes were plotted using an electrochemical work station. The hydrogen diffusion coefficients were calculated using the potential step method. Results indicate that all the as-cast alloys present a multiphase structure with Mg2 Ni type as the major phase with Mg6 Ni, Nd5Mg41 and Nd Ni as secondary phases. The secondary phases increased with the increasing Nd content. The as-spun Nd-free alloy exhibited nanocrystalline structure, whereas the as-spun Nd-doped alloys exhibited nanocrystalline and amorphous structures. These results suggest that adding Nd facilitates glass formation of Mg2Ni-type alloys. Melt spinning and Nd addition improved alloy electrochemical performance, which includes discharge potential characteristics, discharge capacity, electrochemical cycle stability and high-rate discharge ability.展开更多
文摘Additive manufacturing,commonly known as 3D printing,is transitioning from prototyping to a viable construction technology,enabling unprecedented geometric freedom and material efficiency.This paper focuses on the design,manufacturing,and structural performance of customized,non-standard building components fabricated through concrete 3D printing.It investigates the interplay between computational design tools(e.g.,topology optimization,generative design)and the constraints and opportunities of the extrusion-based 3D printing process.The mechanical properties of printed concrete,particularly the anisotropic behavior due to layer-by-layer deposition,are critically analyzed.A series of mechanical tests on printed specimens(compression,flexural,and inter-layer shear)is presented and compared with cast-in-place concrete.The research demonstrates that through intelligent design that aligns with the printing path and material properties,3D printed components can achieve superior strength-to-weight ratios and novel functional integration(e.g.,internal cooling channels).This work provides valuable insights for architects and engineers seeking to leverage 3D printing for creating high-performance,architecturally expressive building elements.
基金The National High Technology Research and Development Program of China(863Program)(No.705201)The Project Sponsored by the Scientific Research Foundation for the Returned Overseas Chinese Scholars,StateEducation Ministry
文摘Basic loads applied on the airship envelope were analyzed.The resultant forces,the static bending moment and the dynamic bending moment were formulated.Based on classic linear elastic membrane theory,the procedures to calculate the minimum pressure were proposed for sufficient rigidity evaluation.The limit load capacity was further investigated,and the related formula were developed.Finally,the stress and internal forces analysis was carried out for cylindrical and non-cylindrical approximations of envelope hull of airship.The present research is very valuable to the overall preliminary design of airship and further research.
基金Project (No.863-705-210) supported by the Hi-Tech Research and Development Program (863) of China
文摘The cable-strut structural system is statically and kinematically indeterminate. The initial pre-stress is a key factor for determining the shape and load carrying capacity. A new numerical algorithm is presented herein for the initial pre-stress finding procedure of complete cable-strut assembly. This method is based on the linear adjustment theory and does not take into account the material behavior. By using this method,the initial pre-stress of the multi self-stress modes can be found easily and the cal-culation process is simplified and efficient also. Finally,the initial pre-stress and structural performances of a particular Levy cable dome are analyzed comprehensively. The algorithm has proven to be efficient and correct,and the numerical results are valuable for practical design of Levy cable dome.
基金National High Technology Research and Development Program,China(No.2008AA05Z305)
文摘Structure characteristics about activated carbon fibers (ACF) and polyimide (P84) doped ACF modified by HNO3 solution were studied to apply in mercury removal in coal-fired flue gases. The P84, which was always used in the non-woven fabric for bag filter, was intermingled with polyacrylonitrile-based ACF (PAN-ACF) in the weight ratio of 1∶1 in order to make the doped ACF with P84 (doped-ACF-P84). Then the doped-ACF-P84 fibers were modified by HNO3 solution. The structure and morphology of doped-ACF-P84 were characterized and compared with those of ACF and doped-ACF-P84 modified by HNO3solution. The results show that the modified doped-ACF-P84 fibers have almost the same pore structure and specific surface area comparing with the original one. However, contrasted with the original PAN-ACF, the doped-ACF-P84 fibers modified by HNO3 solution have more oxygen-containing groups used for mercury removal. In particular, they have more lactone and carboxyl groups.
基金supported by the Natural National Science Foundation of China (Grant No. 51178340)the Shanghai Science and Technology Committee (Grant No. 10231202000)the New Century Excellent Talents in China Ministry of Education Project (Grant No. NCET-06-0383)
文摘This paper presents a review of the studies on the structural performance of recycled aggregate concrete(RAC) elements and structures in the past 10 years in China.The flexural and shear behaviour of RAC beams,the compression performance of RAC columns as well as the flexural performance of RAC slabs are overviewed and summarized.The seismic responses of beam-column joints,shear walls as well as frames made of RAC are also covered.The experimental observations indicate that the structural performance of RAC elements and structures is somewhat similar to that of natural aggregate concrete(NAC) members.A brief introduction to the application of RAC in sustainable buildings in China is also presented.
基金support received from the Science and Technology Commission of Shanghai Municipality(Contract Number:16DZ1200500).
文摘An experimental and numerical investigation into the structural performance of reinforced concrete box sewers with typical corrosion-related extreme defects localized at the ceiling was conducted.Firstly,during the large-scale laboratory test,some key struc-tural responses were captured and evaluated,including the crack width development process(via digital image correlation measurement),ceiling deflection,and material strains of both complete and typical defective boxes.The failure modes and load-carrying mechanism throughout the specimen loading phases were analyzed.Furthermore,the specimen failure process was simulated using a damage-basedfinite element method,and a related parameter sensitivity analysis was performed.The results indicate that the defective ceiling cracked at mid-span under a low load value,but the bending capacity loss can be substituted by two shoulders and carry three tofive times more load before completely collapsing.The simulation matched the lab test qualitatively,and with the suggested set strategy of material parameters,the load-deflection feature curve could provide a practical prediction of the ultimate bearing capacity of the defec-tive sewers,with a 10–15%error on the safe side.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52079046).
文摘Currently,more than ten ultrahigh arch dams have been constructed or are being constructed in China.Safety control is essential to long-term operation of these dams.This study employed the flexibility coefficient and plastic complementary energy norm to assess the structural safety of arch dams.A comprehensive analysis was conducted,focusing on differences among conventional methods in characterizing the structural behavior of the Xiaowan arch dam in China.Subsequently,the spatiotemporal characteristics of the measured performance of the Xiaowan dam were explored,including periodicity,convergence,and time-effect characteristics.These findings revealed the governing mechanism of main factors.Furthermore,a heterogeneous spatial panel vector model was developed,considering both common factors and specific factors affecting the safety and performance of arch dams.This model aims to comprehensively illustrate spatial heterogeneity between the entire structure and local regions,introducing a specific effect quantity to characterize local deformation differences.Ultimately,the proposed model was applied to the Xiaowan arch dam,accurately quantifying the spatiotemporal heterogeneity of dam performance.Additionally,the spatiotemporal distri-bution characteristics of environmental load effects on different parts of the dam were reasonably interpreted.Validation of the model prediction enhances its credibility,leading to the formulation of health diagnosis criteria for future long-term operation of the Xiaowan dam.The findings not only enhance the predictive ability and timely control of ultrahigh arch dams'performance but also provide a crucial basis for assessing the effectiveness of engineering treatment measures.
文摘The objectives of this study are to explain the repairing and strengthening methods which are used to improve the structural performance of the bridge structure,to analyze the static and dynamic responses after strengthening,and to evaluate the performance of the bridge structure after repairing and strengthening.The methods of repairing and strengthening include reconstruction the deck of the bridge by casting 10 cm layer of concrete,strengthening the web and bottom floor of box girders of middle spans and side spans by sticking the steel plates,strengthening the whole bridge structure by using external pre-stressing tendons,and treatment the cracks.The results of theoretical analysis show that the values of tensile stress and vertical deflection are decreased and the compressive stress is increased after strengthening.There are not tensile stresses are appeared in the sections of the bridge structure.The modal analysis results show that the value of natural frequency is equal to 2.09 Hz which is more than the values before strengthening which is equal to 1.64 Hz,indicating that the stiffness of the bridge structure is improved and the strengthening process is effective to improve the cracks resistance and bearing capacity of the bridge structure.
文摘Squat reinforced concrete(RC)shear walls are essential structural elements in low-rise buildings,valued for their high strength and stiffness.However,research on their seismic behavior remains limited,as most studies focus on tall,slender walls,which exhibit distinct failure mechanisms and deformation characteristics.This study addresses this gap by conducting an extensive review of existing research on the seismic performance of squat RC shear walls.Experimental studies,analytical models,and numerical simulations are examined to provide insights into key factors affecting wall behavior during seismic events,including material properties,wall geometry,reinforcement detailing,and loading conditions.The review aims to support safer design practices by identifying current knowledge gaps and offering guidance on areas needing further investigation.The findings are expected to aid researchers and practitioners in refining seismic design codes,ultimately contributing to the development of more resilient squat RC shear walls for earthquake-prone regions.This research underscores the importance of improving structural resilience to enhance the safety and durability of buildings.
文摘The tensile cable-strut structure is a self-equilibrate pre-stressed system.The initial pre-stress cal- culation is the fundamental structural analysis.A new numerical procedure was developed.The force density method is the cornerstone of analytical formula,and then introduced into linear adjustment theory;the least square least norm solution,the optimized initial pre-stress,is yielded.The initial pre-stress and structural performances of a particular single-layer saddle-shaped cable-net structure were analyzed with the developed method,which is proved to be efficient and correct.The modal analyses were performed with respect to various pre-stress levels.Finally,the structural performances were investigated comprehensively.
基金supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province (ZR2022QB067)。
文摘A successful extraction process relies heavily on an excellent extractant structure.The theory of extractant structure and extraction performance is still insufficient to guide the design of new extractants,despite extensive research into extractants.However,diglycolamide extractants have demonstrated certain advantages in nuclear fuel reprocessing and rare earth extraction and separation.This paper focuses on the synthesis of 13 structurally serially changed extractants.There is a good connection between the extraction performance and the energy consumption of the carbonyl conformation torsion of the extractant with symmetrical straight-chain alkyl substituents.The extraction capacity of extractant decreases with the increase of alkyl chain length.The methyl substituent extractant shows higher extractability than the other.The steric effect of the alkyl chain with more than two carbons is not significantly different.The relationship between the structure and performance of extractants was systematically studied by the combination of theoretical calculations and experimental data to investigate the effects of symmetric,asymmetric and branched N-substituents on extraction performance.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.:51771184,11735015,51801203,51771181)the Natural Science Foundation of Anhui Province(Grant No.1808085QE132)+2 种基金the Open Project of State Key Laboratory of Environment friendly Energy Materials(18kfhg02)a fund from the Science and Technology on Surface Physics and Chemistry Laboratory(Grant No.JZX7Y201901SY00900103)the Innovation Center of Nuclear Materials for National Defense Industry。
文摘Refractory alloys such as tungsten and molybdenum based alloys with high strength,thermal/electrical conductivity,low coefficient of thermal expansion and excellent creep resistances are highly desirable for applications in nuclear facilities,critical components in aerospace and defense components.However,the serious embrittlement limits the engineering usability of some refractory alloys.A lot of research results indicate that the performances of refractory alloys are closely related to the physical/chemical status,such as the interface dimension,interface type,interface composition of their grain boundaries(GBs),phase boundaries(PBs)and other interface features.This paper reviewed the recent progress of simulations and experiments on interface design strategies that achieve high performance refractory alloys.These strategies include GB interface purifying/strengthening,PB interface strengthening and PB/GB synergistic strengthening.Great details are provided on the design/fabrication strategy such as GB interface controlling,PB interface controlling and synergistic control of multi-scaled interfaces.The corresponding performances such as the mechanical property,thermal conductivity,thermal load resistance,thermal stability,irradiation resistance,and oxidation resistance are reviewed in the aspect to the effect of interfaces.In addition,the relationships between these interfaces and material properties are discussed.Finally,future developments and potential new research directions for refractory alloys are proposed.
基金the Western Region Traffic Construction Technology Program of the Ministry of Communications of China(No.2007-088)
文摘The effects of structure parameters, such as molecular structure, segment kinds, molecular weight, and organic functional groups, on the performance of polyacrylic acid superplasticizer were discussed. According to the differences of chain sections, functional groups, eic, polyacrylic acid superplasticizer could be divided into A, B, C three parts. Among them, A chain section included sulfonic acid groups, B chain section carboxyl groups, C chain section polyester. Polyacrylic acid superplasticizers with different matching of A, B, C chain sections, different length of C chain section and different molecular weights were synthesized by acrylic acid, polyethylene glycol, sodium methyl allylsulfonate; the relation between the molecular structure and perfolxnance was also studied. The expetimental results indicate that the water-reduction ratio increases obviously with the increment of the proportion of sodium methyl allylsulfonate chain section in the molecular; the slump retention increases greatly with the increment of the proportion of acrylic acid chain section; the dispersion of cement particles increases with the increment of the chain length of polyethylene glycol; when the molecular weight is in the range of 5000, the dispersion and slump retentibity increase with the increment of the average molecular weight of polymers.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.21273058 and 21673064)Harbin Technological Achievements Transformation Projects(No.2016DB4AG023)Harbin Institute of Technology Environment and Ecology Innovation Special Funds(No.HSCJ201620)
文摘Li–S battery is one of the most promising candidates for next-generation energy storage technology.However, the rapid capacity fading and low-energy-density limit its large-scale applications. Scholars invest a lot of effort to introduce new materials. A neglected problem is that reasonable structure is as important as new material. In this review, four kinds of cathode structures were analyzed through morphology and electrochemical properties. The relationship between structures and properties was elaborated through reaction mechanism. The advantages and disadvantages of each structure were discussed. We hope the summary and discussion provide inspiration for structure design in Li–S battery cathode materials.
基金supported by Zhejiang Normal University (YS304320035, YS304320036)
文摘Selective hydrogenation of 1,3‐butadiene is an essential process in the upgrading of the crude C4 cut from the petroleum chemical sector.Catalyst design is crucial to achieve a virtually alkadiene‐free product while avoiding over‐hydrogenating valuable olefins.In addition to the great industrial relevance,this demanding selectivity pattern renders 1,3‐butadiene hydrogenation a widely used model reaction to discriminate selective hydrogenation catalysts in academia.Nonetheless,critical reviews on the catalyst development are extremely lacking in literature.In this review,we aim to provide the reader an in‐depth overview of different catalyst families,particularly the precious metal‐based monometallic catalysts(Pd,Pt,and Au),developed in the last half century.The emphasis is placed on the development of new strategies to design high‐performance architectures,the establishment of structure‐performance relationships,and the reaction and deactivation mechanisms.Thrilling directions for future optimization of catalyst formulations and engineering aspect are also provided.
基金fnancially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.51274195)the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province(No.BK2012571)+3 种基金the Program for New Century Excellent Talents in University(No.NCET-12-0959)the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(No.20090450930)the National Basic Research Program of China(No.2011CB201205)Qing Lan Project,and the Youth Foundation of China University of Mining and Technology(No.2007A003)
文摘The geological condition of Chinese coal mines are complex and high gassy,which account for ffty percent to seventy percent.Because of the abundant pores and cracks around the drainage drilling hole,the gas concentration attenuates rapidly,and the effective gas drainage period is short.The traditional sealing materials of yellow mud and cement-sand grout will readily shrink after the drilling hole is sealed,the sealing length is short and the sealing quality is not satisfactory.Currently widely used polyurethane material will shrink when it comes into contact with water,and the price is also very high.In this study,taking cement as a base material,a novel composite sealing material mixed by expansion admixture,additive,and fbrin and coupling agent was developed and the sealing performance and expansion property of the material were also studied and analyzed.The FEI Quanta TM 250 environmental scanning electron microscope was used to investigate the microstructure of material.The results revealed that the new composite sealing material had a desirable expansion performance and a defnite fluidity convenient for grouting.The solidifed material,combining closely with the drilling wall,possessed an adequate strength and was not easy to shrink.Compared to the conventional polyurethane,the gas drainage concentration by drilling sealing exceeded 40 percent,and the sealing capacity improves5 times,the sealing effect increases signifcantly.
基金Project supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(51371094,51471054)Young Teachers'Training Project,School of Materials and Metallurgy,Inner Mongolia University of Science and Technology(214CY012)
文摘Nanocrystalline and amorphous La_（2–x）Sm_xMg_（16）Ni＋200wt.% Ni（x=0, 0.1, 0.2, 0.3, 0.4） alloys were prepared by mechanical milling technology. The structures of as-cast and milled alloys were investigated by X-ray diffraction（XRD）, scanning electron microscopy（SEM） and transmission electron microscopy（TEM）. Electrochemical performance of the alloy was studied by using an automatic galvanostatic system. The electrochemical impedance spectra（EIS） and Tafel polarization curves were measured by electrochemical workstation. The results indicated that the structures of the as-cast and milled alloys presented a multiphase structure with nanocrystalline and amorphous phase, moreover, transforming from nanocrystalline to amorphous phase with Sm doping. With the increase of Sm content, the maximum discharge capacity of the alloy was decreased from 922.6 to 649.1 m Ah/g, the high-rate discharge ability（HRD） was decreased, the cycle stability was strengthened, and the alloy exhibited excellent electrochemical kinetics. In addition, the charge-transfer resistance（R_（ct）） of alloy was lessened from 0.05874 to 0.02953 ？ and the limiting current density（I_L） was descended from 2.08366 to 1.04592 A/g with increasing Sm content.
文摘The structure and performances of the large dimension steel ball made of 45 steel quenched after forging have been researched. The experiments indicate that the optimum results can be obtained under proper processes.
文摘This paper focuses on how aging can affect performance of safety-related structures in nuclear power plant (NPP). Knowledge and assessment of impacts of aging on structures are essential to plant life extension analysis,especially performance to severe loadings such as loss-of-coolant-accidents or major seismic events. Plant life extension issues are of keen interest in countries (like the United States) which have a large,aging fleet of NPPs. This paper addresses the overlap and relationship of structure aging to severe loading performance,with particular emphasis on containment structures.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Nos. 51161015 and 51371094)Natural Science Foundation of Inner Mongolia, China (No. 2011ZD10)
文摘Nanocrystalline and amorphous Mg2Ni-type（Mg24Ni10Cu2）100–xNdx（x = 0, 5, 10, 15, 20） alloys were prepared by melt-spinning technology. The structures of as-cast and spun alloys were characterised by X-ray diffraction,scanning electron microscopy and transmission electron microscopy. Electrochemical performance of the alloy electrodes was measured using an automatic galvanostatic system. The electrochemical impedance spectra and Tafel polarisation curves of the alloy electrodes were plotted using an electrochemical work station. The hydrogen diffusion coefficients were calculated using the potential step method. Results indicate that all the as-cast alloys present a multiphase structure with Mg2 Ni type as the major phase with Mg6 Ni, Nd5Mg41 and Nd Ni as secondary phases. The secondary phases increased with the increasing Nd content. The as-spun Nd-free alloy exhibited nanocrystalline structure, whereas the as-spun Nd-doped alloys exhibited nanocrystalline and amorphous structures. These results suggest that adding Nd facilitates glass formation of Mg2Ni-type alloys. Melt spinning and Nd addition improved alloy electrochemical performance, which includes discharge potential characteristics, discharge capacity, electrochemical cycle stability and high-rate discharge ability.
