WC particles reinforced CoCrFeNiMo high-entropy alloy(HEA)composite coatings were prepared on Cr12MoV steel successfully by laser cladding technology to improve the wear resistance of substrates.Effect of WC content o...WC particles reinforced CoCrFeNiMo high-entropy alloy(HEA)composite coatings were prepared on Cr12MoV steel successfully by laser cladding technology to improve the wear resistance of substrates.Effect of WC content on microstructure and wear property of the composite coatings was studied in detail.Large numbers of carbides with four main types:primary carbide crystals,eutectic structures,massive crystals growing along the periphery of the remaining WC particles and incompletely fused WC particles,were found to exist in the WC/CoCrFeNiMo composite coatings.With increasing WC content,the microhardness of coatings is gradually improved while the average friction coefficients follow the opposite trend due to solid solution strengthening and second phase strengthening effect.The maximum microhardness and minimum friction coefficient are HV_(0.2)689.7 and 0.72,respectively,for the composite coating with 30 wt.%WC,the wear resistance of the substrate is improved significantly,the wear mechanisms are spalling wear and abrasive wear due to their high microhardness.展开更多
Polybrominated biphenyl ethers(PBDEs)and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons(PAHs)are commonly detected contaminants at e-waste recycling sites.Against the conventional wisdom that PBDEs and PAHs are highly immobile and ...Polybrominated biphenyl ethers(PBDEs)and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons(PAHs)are commonly detected contaminants at e-waste recycling sites.Against the conventional wisdom that PBDEs and PAHs are highly immobile and persist primarily in shallowsurface soils,increasing evidence shows that these compounds can leach into the groundwater.Herein,we compare the leachabilities of PBDEs vs.PAHs from contaminated soils collected at an e-waste recycling site in Tianjin,China.Considerable amounts of BDE-209(0.3–2 ng/L)and phenanthrene(42–106 ng/L),the most abundant PBDE and PAH at the site,are detected in the effluents of columns packed with contaminated soils,with the specific concentrations varying with hydrodynamic and solution chemistry conditions.Interestingly,the leaching potential of BDE-209 appears to be closely related to the release of colloidal mineral particles,whereas the leachability of phenanthrene correlates well with the concentration of dissolved organic carbon in the effluent,but showing essentially no correlation with the concentration of mineral particles.The surprisingly different trends of the leachability observed between BDE-209 and phenanthrene is counterintuitive,as PBDEs and PAHs often co-exist at e-waste recycling sites(particularly at the sites wherein incineration is being practiced)and share many similarities in terms of physicochemical properties.One possible explanation is that due to its extremely low solubility,BDE-209 predominantly exists in free-phase(i.e.,as solid(nano)particles),whereas the more soluble phenanthrene is mainly sorbed to soil organic matter.Findings in this study underscore the need to better understand the mobility of highly hydrophobic organic contaminants at contaminated sites for improved risk management.展开更多
Densely distributed coherent nanoparticles(DCN)in steel matrix can enhance the work-hardening ability and ductility of steel simultaneously.All the routes to this end can be generally classified into the liquid-solid ...Densely distributed coherent nanoparticles(DCN)in steel matrix can enhance the work-hardening ability and ductility of steel simultaneously.All the routes to this end can be generally classified into the liquid-solid route and the solid-solid route.However,the formation of DCN structures in steel requires long processes and complex steps.So far,obtaining steel with coherent particle enhancement in a short time remains a bottleneck,and some necessary steps remain unavoidable.Here,we show a high-efficiency liquid-phase refining process reinforced by a dynamic magnetic field.Ti-Y-Mn-O particles had an average size of around(3.53±1.21)nm and can be obtained in just around 180 s.These small nanoparticles were coherent with the matrix,implying no accumulated dislocations between the particles and the steel matrix.Our findings have a potential application for improving material machining capacity,creep resistance,and radiation resistance.展开更多
Thermodynamic modeling is still themostwidely usedmethod to characterize aerosol acidity,a critical physicochemical property of atmospheric aerosols.However,it remains unclear whether gas-aerosol partitioning should b...Thermodynamic modeling is still themostwidely usedmethod to characterize aerosol acidity,a critical physicochemical property of atmospheric aerosols.However,it remains unclear whether gas-aerosol partitioning should be incorporated when thermodynamicmodels are employed to estimate the acidity of coarse particles.In this work,field measurements were conducted at a coastal city in northern China across three seasons,and covered wide ranges of temperature,relative humidity and NH_(3) concentrations.We examined the performance of different modes of ISORROPIA-II(a widely used aerosol thermodynamic model)in estimating aerosol acidity of coarse and fine particles.The M0 mode,which incorporates gas-phase data and runs the model in the forward mode,provided reasonable estimation of aerosol acidity for coarse and fine particles.Compared to M0,the M1 mode,which runs the model in the forward mode but does not include gas-phase data,may capture the general trend of aerosol acidity but underestimates pH for both coarse and fine particles;M2,which runs the model in the reverse mode,results in large errors in estimated aerosol pH for both coarse and fine particles and should not be used for aerosol acidity calculations.However,M1 significantly underestimates liquid water contents for both fine and coarse particles,while M2 provides reliable estimation of liquid water contents.In summary,our work highlights the importance of incorporating gas-aerosol partitioning when estimating coarse particle acidity,and thus may help improve our understanding of acidity of coarse particles.展开更多
The development of efficient,cost-effective catalysts for the oxygen reduction reaction(ORR)is crucial for advancing zinc-air batteries(ZABs).This study presents Fe_(4)N nanoparticles embedded in N-doped carbon nanofi...The development of efficient,cost-effective catalysts for the oxygen reduction reaction(ORR)is crucial for advancing zinc-air batteries(ZABs).This study presents Fe_(4)N nanoparticles embedded in N-doped carbon nanofibers(Fe_(4)N@CNF-NH_(3))as a highly efficient ORR catalyst.The Fe_(4)N@CNF-NH_(3)catalyst was synthesized via electrospinning,followed by high-temperature annealing in an NH_(3)atmosphere.This electrospinning technique ensured the uniform dispersion of Fe_(4)N nanoparticles within the carbon nanofibers(CNFs),preventing agglomeration and enhancing the availability of active sites.Structural and morphological analyses confirmed the formation of Fe_(4)N nanoparticles with a lattice spacing of 0.213 nm,surrounded by graphitic carbon structures that significantly improved the material’s conductivity and stability.Electrochemical tests demonstrated that Fe_(4)N@CNF-NH_(3)exhibited superior ORR activity,with a half-wave potential of 0.904 V,surpassing that of commercial Pt/C catalysts.This enhanced performance is attributed to the synergistic effects of Fe_(4)N nanoparticles and the conductive carbon framework,which facilitated efficient charge and mass transfer during the ORR process.Density functional theory calculations further revealed that the introduction of CNFs positively shifted the d-band center of Fe atoms,optimizing oxygen intermediate adsorption and lowering energy barriers for ORR.The practical applicability of Fe_(4)N@CNF-NH_(3)was validated through the assembly of both liquid-state and solid-state ZABs,which exhibited excellent cycling stability,high power density,and superior discharge voltage.This study offers a promising strategy for developing highly active,low-cost ORR catalysts and advances the potential for the commercialization of ZABs.展开更多
The morphological description of wear particles in lubricating oil is crucial for wear state monitoring and fault diagnosis in aero-engines.Accurately and comprehensively acquiring three-dimensional(3D)morphological d...The morphological description of wear particles in lubricating oil is crucial for wear state monitoring and fault diagnosis in aero-engines.Accurately and comprehensively acquiring three-dimensional(3D)morphological data of these particles has became a key focus in wear debris analysis.Herein,we develop a novel multi-view polarization-sensitive optical coherence tomography(PS-OCT)method to achieve accurate 3D morphology detection and reconstruction of aero-engine lubricant wear particles,effectively resolving occlusion-induced information loss while enabling material-specific characterization.The particle morphology is captured by multi-view imaging,followed by filtering,sharpening,and contour recognition.The method integrates advanced registration algorithms with Poisson reconstruction to generate high-precision 3D models.This approach not only provides accurate 3D morphological reconstruction but also mitigates information loss caused by particle occlusion,ensuring model completeness.Furthermore,by collecting polarization characteristics of typical metals and their oxides in aero-engine lubricants,this work comprehensively characterizes and comparatively analyzes particle polarization properties using Stokes vectors,polarization uniformity,and cumulative phase retardation,and obtains a three-dimensional model containing polarization information.Ultimately,the proposed method enables multidimensional information acquisition for the reliable identification of abrasive particle types.展开更多
Biocompatible amphiphilic nanoparticles(NPs)with tunable particle morphology and surface property are important for their applications as functional materials.However,previously developed methods to prepare amphiphili...Biocompatible amphiphilic nanoparticles(NPs)with tunable particle morphology and surface property are important for their applications as functional materials.However,previously developed methods to prepare amphiphilic NPs generally involve several steps,especially an additional step for surface modification,greatly hindering their largescale production and widespread applications.Here,a versatile one-step strategy is developed to prepare biocompatible amphiphilic dimer NPs with tunable particle morphology and surface property.The amphiphilic dimer NPs,which consist of a hydrophobic shellac bulb and a hydrophilic poly(lactic acid)(PLA)bulb with PLA-poly(ethylene glycol)(PEG)on the bulb surface,are prepared in a single step by controlled co-precipitation and self-assembly.Amphiphilic PLA-PEG/shellac dimer NPs demonstrate excellent tunability in particle morphology,thus showing good performances in controlling the interfacial curvature and emulsion type.In addition,temperatureresponsive PLA-poly(N-isopropyl acrylamide)(PNIPAM)/shellac dimer NPs are prepared following the same method and emulsions stabilized by them show temperature-triggered response.The applications of PLA-PEG-folic acid(FA)/shellac dimer NPs for drug delivery have also been demonstrated,which show a very good performance.The strategy of preparing the dimer NPs is green,scalable,facile and versatile,which provides a good platform for the design of dimer NPs with tunable particle morphology and surface property for diverse applications.展开更多
We review a 3d quantum gravity model, which incorporates massive spinning fields into the Euclidean path integral in a Chern-Simons formulation. Fundamental matter as defined in our previous preon model is recapped. B...We review a 3d quantum gravity model, which incorporates massive spinning fields into the Euclidean path integral in a Chern-Simons formulation. Fundamental matter as defined in our previous preon model is recapped. Both quantum gravity and the particle model are shown to be derivable from the supersymmetric 3d Chern-Simons action. Forces-Matter unification is achieved.展开更多
Studying the contribution of regional transport to ultrafine particles(UFPs)and the deposition effect of nanoscale particles in human respiratory system is conducive to exploring the impact of atmospheric particles on...Studying the contribution of regional transport to ultrafine particles(UFPs)and the deposition effect of nanoscale particles in human respiratory system is conducive to exploring the impact of atmospheric particles on the environment and human health.Based on the data set of number concentration spectrum in the particle size range of 5.6–560 nm in the spring of Hefei,the Yangtze River Delta region obtained by a fast mobility particle sizer,the explosive growth characteristics,potential source identification and deposition flux analysis of UFPs were systematically studied.The results showed that the frequency of new particle formation(NPF)events during spring was 31.5%.SO_(2) and O_(3) contribute to NPF events.Daytime,higher temperature,stronger solar radiation and lower humidity were more conducive to the explosive growth of UFPs.In addition,regional transport of pollutants from the cities around Hefei played an important role in the accumulation mode particles,which were mainly affected by the land-source air mass from northwest Jiangsu(23.64%)and the sea-source air mass from the Yellow Sea(23.99%).It was worth noting that approximately 10,406 ng of UFPs enters the human respiratory system every day.Themain deposition area of 5.6–560 nm nanoscale particles was alveolar,5.6–400 nm is more likely to be deposited on alveolar,while nanoscale particles with particle size between 400 and 560 nm is more likely to be deposited on head airways.This study identified the deposition risk of nanoscale particles in the respiratory system under different particle sizes.展开更多
Although the strengthening and grain refinement effects of TiB_(2) particles on aluminum alloys have been extensively studied,their influence on casting behavior remains relatively underexplored.In this study,the infl...Although the strengthening and grain refinement effects of TiB_(2) particles on aluminum alloys have been extensively studied,their influence on casting behavior remains relatively underexplored.In this study,the influence of different addition amounts of submicron TiB_(2) particles on the microstructure,casting performance,and mechanical properties of an Al-Cu(ZL205A)alloy was systematically investigated.The introduction of TiB_(2) particles leads to significant grain refinement,transforming the microstructure from coarse grains to fine equiaxed grains by providing additional nucleation sites and inhibiting grain growth.SEM and TEM analyses reveal that the added submicron TiB_(2) particles exhibit minimal effect on the distribution of intermetallic phases or precipitates.Casting performance,as evaluated by spiral fluidity and hot tearing tests,shows notable improvements with TiB_(2) additions.At a TiB_(2) content of 3wt.%,the fluidity length increases by 20%,and the hot tearing susceptibility coefficient decreases by 29%.These enhancements are mainly due to the refined grain structure and the formation of interdendritic bridging in TiB_(2)-reinforced alloys.However,the overall enahncement in casting properties shows little variation across the TiB_(2) additions from 0.2wt.% to 3wt.%.Mechanical testing shows that the highest hardness and strength are achieved with a 1wt.%addition of TiB_(2) particles,primarily attributed to refined grain size and reinforcement of the aluminum matrix.Based on these findings,a TiB_(2) particle content of 1wt.%is recommended for optimizing both the casting performance and mechanical properties of the ZL205A alloy.展开更多
Aerosol particle pollution has become an increasing serious environmental problem,and urban vegetation plays a long-lasting and positive role in mitigating it.This study compared the particle capture abilities of tree...Aerosol particle pollution has become an increasing serious environmental problem,and urban vegetation plays a long-lasting and positive role in mitigating it.This study compared the particle capture abilities of trees,shrubs,and herbs,and examined the compositions and influence of aerosol particles accumulated on leaf functional traits.Retained particles primarily contained Ca^(2+),K^(+),SO_(4)^(2-),NO_(3)^(-)and NH_(4)^(+),indicating their anthropogenic origins.The leathery-leaved tree Osmanthus fragrans and the papery-leaved herb Alternanthera sessilis demonstrated the higher competence in particle accumulation than other plants,and leaf morphologic structures(e.g.,leaf grooves,trichomes,waxy layers,and stomata characteristics)were closely associated with particle capture by plant species.Particle retention negatively impacted stomata,impeding photosynthesis,and reducing transpiration.In response to particle accumulation,plants tended to decrease specific leaf area and adjust stomatal conductance.Both growth form and leaf texture significantly influenced the particle capture abilities of different plant species.The substantial contribution of plants,particularly herbs in the lower vegetation strata,to particle removal should not be overlooked.Vegetation with a tree-shrub-herb configuration excels at particle capture,offering potential advantages in mitigating particle pollution and enhancing ecological benefits.展开更多
The effect of intermetallic particles on the corrosion of 6061 aluminum alloy and its coating used in semiconductor processing systems was systematically studied via liquid and gas experiments and micromorphology char...The effect of intermetallic particles on the corrosion of 6061 aluminum alloy and its coating used in semiconductor processing systems was systematically studied via liquid and gas experiments and micromorphology characterization.The results revealed that a huge difference of corrosion resistance between imported and domestic 6061 aluminum alloys in HCl solution and gas acid mist experiments mainly was attributed to the different size and amount of Al_(15)(Fe,Mn)_(3)Si_(2).The corrosion resistance of domestic 6061 alloy in dry/wet semiconductor electronic special gas environments was worse than that of imported aluminum alloy,and there are great differences in the corrosion mechanism of 6061 alloy caused by the second phase in the two dry/wet environments.And the corrosion resistance of the hard anodized alumina film was closely related to the microscopic morphology of holes.The vertical and elongatedα-Al_(15)(Mn,Fe)_(3)Si_(2) phase was formed in the rolled aluminum alloy that has been rolled perpendicular to the surface of the substrate.Compared to the horizontal long hole,the longitudinal long holes generated by the verticalα-Al_(15)(Mn,Fe)_(3)Si_(2) phase will enable the corrosive medium to reach the substrate rapidly,which significantly weakens the corrosion resistance of the hard anodized film.展开更多
The Feynman ratchet has the ability to convert random fluctuations into directional particle transport.The transport velocity of particles is highly dependent on their size,leading to directional transport and subsequ...The Feynman ratchet has the ability to convert random fluctuations into directional particle transport.The transport velocity of particles is highly dependent on their size,leading to directional transport and subsequent particle separation under suitable parameter conditions.Here,exploiting the distinct responses of particles with different sizes to the system,the separation of bi-dispersed dust particles is achieved experimentally in air at 35 Pa using a dusty plasma ratchet.To reveal the underlying mechanisms,we construct a plasma model and perform Langevin simulations for the particle separation.Our numerical results reveal that charged dust particles experience an asymmetric ratchet potential,which dictates their directional transport.Crucially,bi-dispersed dust particles are suspended at different heights and are subject to ratchet potentials with opposing asymmetries,resulting in their separation.These findings may offer new perspectives for related fields,including microfluidics,nanotechnology,and micrometer-scale particle manipulation.展开更多
Triboelectric nanogenerators(TENGs)are emerging as new technologies to harvest electrical power from mechanical energy.With the distinctive working mechanism of triboelectric nanogenerators,they attract particular int...Triboelectric nanogenerators(TENGs)are emerging as new technologies to harvest electrical power from mechanical energy.With the distinctive working mechanism of triboelectric nanogenerators,they attract particular interest in healthcare monitoring,wearable electronics,and deformable energy harvesting,which raises the requirement for highly conformable devices with substantial energy outputs.Here,a simple,low-cost strategy for fabricating stretchable triboelectric nanogenerators with ultra-high electrical output is developed.The TENG is prepared using PTFE micron particles(PPTENG),contributing a different electrostatic induction process compared to TENG based on dielectric films,which was associated with the dynamics of particle motions in PP-TENG.The generator achieved an impressive voltage output of 1000 V with a current of 25 lA over a contact area of 40320 mm^(2).Additionally,the TENG exhibits excellent durability with a stretching strain of 500%,and the electrical output performance does not show any significant degradation even after 3000 cycles at a strain of 400%.The unique design of the device provides high conformability and can be used as a self-powered sensor for human motion detection.展开更多
Particle transport is a fundamental aspect of various systems,from artificial to biological.A common assumption is that particle motion follows Markovian(memoryless)processes in the absence of interaction between part...Particle transport is a fundamental aspect of various systems,from artificial to biological.A common assumption is that particle motion follows Markovian(memoryless)processes in the absence of interaction between particles.However,hydrodynamic memory and the interaction between particles are ubiquitous,leaving many fundamental questions unanswered regarding transport of interacting particles involving hydrodynamic drag in corrugated channels,as described by the fractional Langevin equation.This study examines the hydrodynamic transport of interacting non-Brownian particles moving within a corrugated channel.We propose a method that relies on factors such as temperature,the driving force to alternate between no transport and finite net transport.Of importance is to note that the absence of transport results from the clogging,while the transport consists of collective motion and independent motion.The transport systems investigated in this work suggest the potential for sensor functionality within the system.Our findings may prove valuable for exploring the transport with hydrodynamic memory in various fields,including biology,physics,and chemistry.展开更多
Background:Sudden sensorineural hearing loss(SSNHL),often associated with tinnitus,significantly impacts individuals'quality of life.Current treatments,such as free drugs via intravenous or intratympanic(IT)admini...Background:Sudden sensorineural hearing loss(SSNHL),often associated with tinnitus,significantly impacts individuals'quality of life.Current treatments,such as free drugs via intravenous or intratympanic(IT)administration of dexamethasone(DEX)and lidocaine,face limitations like low bioavailability and rapid drug clearance.To address these challenges,we developed a local co-delivery system combining DEX microcrystals(DEX MCs)and lidocaine-loaded poly(lactic-co-glycolic acid)(PLGA)non-spherical microparticles(LPNMs)for sustained drug release in the inner ear.Methods:DEX MCs and LPNMs were prepared using the traditional precipitation technique and double emulsion-solvent evaporation,respectively.After characterizing physicochemical properties and drug release kinetics,they were dispersed in sodium hyaluronate solution for IT injection,then in vivo pharmacokinetics and biocompatibility in guinea pigs were studied.Results:DEX MCs exhibited stable dissolution,while LPNMs provided sustained lidocaine release,reducing potential side effects.In vivo studies in guinea pigs demonstrated prolonged drug retention in the perilymph and improved pharmacokinetics.Histological evaluation confirmed the good biocompatibility of this combined delivery system,with no significant inner ear damage observed.Conclusion:This co-delivery system can be used as a depot for delivering both DEX and lidocaine to the inner ear and offers a promising approach for the synergistic treatment of SSNHL associated with tinnitus.展开更多
This study focused on investigating the effects of various factors on the mechanical properties of superconducting matrix composites reinforced with ferromagnetic particles and interface phases when exposed to externa...This study focused on investigating the effects of various factors on the mechanical properties of superconducting matrix composites reinforced with ferromagnetic particles and interface phases when exposed to external magnetic fields.A micromechanical model was created by simplifying the basic properties and composition of the interface,utilizing principles such as Eshelby’s equivalent inclusion theory and Hooke’s law,as well as applying uniform stress boundary conditions.Through the development of equations,the study predicted changes in effective mechanical properties,highlighting the significant influence of parameters like the interface phase,inclusions,and magnetic field on the effective elastic modulus and magnetostriction of the composite material.By shedding light on these relationships,the research offers valuable insights for the manufacture and application of ferromagnetic particle-reinforced superconducting matrix composites with interface phases,providing a foundation for future research in this area.展开更多
The blocky LPSO particles were modulated by single-directional and multi-directional forging,and the effect of blocky LPSO particles on the anisotropy of mechanical properties of Mg-8.5Gd-2.5Y-1.5Zn-0.5Zr alloy forged...The blocky LPSO particles were modulated by single-directional and multi-directional forging,and the effect of blocky LPSO particles on the anisotropy of mechanical properties of Mg-8.5Gd-2.5Y-1.5Zn-0.5Zr alloy forged parts was investigated.In the present work,3D processing maps are established,and the forming domain that is both stable and power efficient is in the temperature range from 430 to 500℃ and strain rate range from 0.001 to 0.06 s^(-1),which is used to guide the single-directional forging(SDF)and multi-directional forging(MDF)experiments.The tensile mechanical properties reveal that the blocky LPSO particles have an influence on the mechanical anisotropy,especially in terms of the elongation anisotropy.The blocky LPSO particles after the MDF process have a more regular shape and smaller size and are homogeneously distributed,which is responsible for the low anisotropy of the elongation.In addition,the age-hardening capability of the MDF part is higher than that of the SDF part.展开更多
Herein,we fabricate an embedding structure at the interface between Pt nanoparticles(NPs)and CeO_(2)-{100}nanocubes with surface defect sites(CeO_(2)-SDS)through quenching and gas bubbling-assisted membrane reduction ...Herein,we fabricate an embedding structure at the interface between Pt nanoparticles(NPs)and CeO_(2)-{100}nanocubes with surface defect sites(CeO_(2)-SDS)through quenching and gas bubbling-assisted membrane reduction methods.The in-situ substitution of Pt NPs for atomic-layer Ce lattice significantly increases the amount of reactive oxygen species from 133.68μmol/g to 199.44μmol/g.As a result,the distinctive geometric structure of Pt/CeO_(2)-SDS catalyst substantially improves the catalytic activity and stability for soot oxidation compared with the catalyst with no quenching process,i.e.,its T_(50)and TOF values are 332°C and 2.915 h^(-1),respectively.Combined with the results of experimental investigations and density functional theory calculations,it is unveiled that the unique embedding structure of Pt/CeO_(2)-SDS catalyst can facilitate significantly electron transfer from Pt to the CeO_(2)-{100}support,and induce the formation of interfacial[Ce-O_(x)-Pt_(2)]bond chains,which plays a crucial role in enhancing the key step of soot oxidation through the dual activation of surface lattice oxygen and molecular O_(2).Such a fundamental revelation of the interfacial electronic transmission and corresponding modification strategy contributes a novel opportunity to develop high-efficient and stable noble metal catalysts at the atomic level.展开更多
The particle size distribution plays a crucial role in the transportation and deposition of eroded sediments.Gaining insights into the related sorting mechanism can significantly enhance our understanding of such proc...The particle size distribution plays a crucial role in the transportation and deposition of eroded sediments.Gaining insights into the related sorting mechanism can significantly enhance our understanding of such processes.In this study,sand-covered slopes were examined.A controlled indoor rainfall simulation was conducted on loess slopes with a 12°incline and a rainfall intensity of 1.5 mm/min.These slopes were then covered with sand layers of varying thicknesses—0.5,1.0,and 1.5 cm—to observe their effects.The findings have revealed that as the thickness of the sand cover increases,the content of sediment particles smaller than 0.054 mm decreases.In contrast,the content of particles larger than 0.054 mm increases after the sixth minute of runoff.The eroded sediment was predominantly composed of silt.During the inter-rill erosion stage,runoff primarily transported particles larger than 0.054 mm.However,in the subsequent rill erosion and combined rill and inter-rill erosion stages,the runoff predominantly carried finer particles,smaller than 0.054 mm.Moreover,the presence of the sand layer significantly influenced the size and form of the eroded sediment particles.Initially,during the first 10 min of runoff,the eroded particles were predominantly larger than 0.054 mm.After this period,however,the particle size shifted,with the majority of particles being smaller than 0.054 mm.This study highlights the intricate relationship between sediment sorting,the thickness of sand covers,and the dynamics of sediment transport under rainfall-induced erosion.展开更多
基金Project(2021YFC2801904)supported by the National Key R&D Program of ChinaProject(KY10100230067)supported by the Basic Product Innovation Research Project,China+3 种基金Projects(52271130,52305344)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProjects(ZR2020ME017,ZR2020QE186)supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province,ChinaProjects(AMGM2024F11,AMGM2021F10,AMGM2023F06)supported by the Science Fund of Shandong Laboratory of Advanced Materials and Green Manufacturing at Yantai,ChinaProject(KY90200210015)supported by Leading Scientific Research Project of China National Nuclear Corporation(CNNC),China。
文摘WC particles reinforced CoCrFeNiMo high-entropy alloy(HEA)composite coatings were prepared on Cr12MoV steel successfully by laser cladding technology to improve the wear resistance of substrates.Effect of WC content on microstructure and wear property of the composite coatings was studied in detail.Large numbers of carbides with four main types:primary carbide crystals,eutectic structures,massive crystals growing along the periphery of the remaining WC particles and incompletely fused WC particles,were found to exist in the WC/CoCrFeNiMo composite coatings.With increasing WC content,the microhardness of coatings is gradually improved while the average friction coefficients follow the opposite trend due to solid solution strengthening and second phase strengthening effect.The maximum microhardness and minimum friction coefficient are HV_(0.2)689.7 and 0.72,respectively,for the composite coating with 30 wt.%WC,the wear resistance of the substrate is improved significantly,the wear mechanisms are spalling wear and abrasive wear due to their high microhardness.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2019YFC1804202)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.22020102004 and 22125603)+1 种基金Tianjin Municipal Science and Technology Bureau(No.21JCZDJC00280)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities,and the Ministry of Education of China(No.T2017002).
文摘Polybrominated biphenyl ethers(PBDEs)and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons(PAHs)are commonly detected contaminants at e-waste recycling sites.Against the conventional wisdom that PBDEs and PAHs are highly immobile and persist primarily in shallowsurface soils,increasing evidence shows that these compounds can leach into the groundwater.Herein,we compare the leachabilities of PBDEs vs.PAHs from contaminated soils collected at an e-waste recycling site in Tianjin,China.Considerable amounts of BDE-209(0.3–2 ng/L)and phenanthrene(42–106 ng/L),the most abundant PBDE and PAH at the site,are detected in the effluents of columns packed with contaminated soils,with the specific concentrations varying with hydrodynamic and solution chemistry conditions.Interestingly,the leaching potential of BDE-209 appears to be closely related to the release of colloidal mineral particles,whereas the leachability of phenanthrene correlates well with the concentration of dissolved organic carbon in the effluent,but showing essentially no correlation with the concentration of mineral particles.The surprisingly different trends of the leachability observed between BDE-209 and phenanthrene is counterintuitive,as PBDEs and PAHs often co-exist at e-waste recycling sites(particularly at the sites wherein incineration is being practiced)and share many similarities in terms of physicochemical properties.One possible explanation is that due to its extremely low solubility,BDE-209 predominantly exists in free-phase(i.e.,as solid(nano)particles),whereas the more soluble phenanthrene is mainly sorbed to soil organic matter.Findings in this study underscore the need to better understand the mobility of highly hydrophobic organic contaminants at contaminated sites for improved risk management.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.51771125)the Sichuan Province Science and Technology Support Program(No.2020YFG0102)。
文摘Densely distributed coherent nanoparticles(DCN)in steel matrix can enhance the work-hardening ability and ductility of steel simultaneously.All the routes to this end can be generally classified into the liquid-solid route and the solid-solid route.However,the formation of DCN structures in steel requires long processes and complex steps.So far,obtaining steel with coherent particle enhancement in a short time remains a bottleneck,and some necessary steps remain unavoidable.Here,we show a high-efficiency liquid-phase refining process reinforced by a dynamic magnetic field.Ti-Y-Mn-O particles had an average size of around(3.53±1.21)nm and can be obtained in just around 180 s.These small nanoparticles were coherent with the matrix,implying no accumulated dislocations between the particles and the steel matrix.Our findings have a potential application for improving material machining capacity,creep resistance,and radiation resistance.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Nos.42022050 and 42277088)the Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Fund Committee (Nos.2021A1515011248 and 2023A1515012010)the Guangdong Foundation for the Program of Science and Technology Research (No.2020B1212060053).
文摘Thermodynamic modeling is still themostwidely usedmethod to characterize aerosol acidity,a critical physicochemical property of atmospheric aerosols.However,it remains unclear whether gas-aerosol partitioning should be incorporated when thermodynamicmodels are employed to estimate the acidity of coarse particles.In this work,field measurements were conducted at a coastal city in northern China across three seasons,and covered wide ranges of temperature,relative humidity and NH_(3) concentrations.We examined the performance of different modes of ISORROPIA-II(a widely used aerosol thermodynamic model)in estimating aerosol acidity of coarse and fine particles.The M0 mode,which incorporates gas-phase data and runs the model in the forward mode,provided reasonable estimation of aerosol acidity for coarse and fine particles.Compared to M0,the M1 mode,which runs the model in the forward mode but does not include gas-phase data,may capture the general trend of aerosol acidity but underestimates pH for both coarse and fine particles;M2,which runs the model in the reverse mode,results in large errors in estimated aerosol pH for both coarse and fine particles and should not be used for aerosol acidity calculations.However,M1 significantly underestimates liquid water contents for both fine and coarse particles,while M2 provides reliable estimation of liquid water contents.In summary,our work highlights the importance of incorporating gas-aerosol partitioning when estimating coarse particle acidity,and thus may help improve our understanding of acidity of coarse particles.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.11904208the Project of Shandong Province Higher Educational Science and Technology Program(No.J18KB098).
文摘The development of efficient,cost-effective catalysts for the oxygen reduction reaction(ORR)is crucial for advancing zinc-air batteries(ZABs).This study presents Fe_(4)N nanoparticles embedded in N-doped carbon nanofibers(Fe_(4)N@CNF-NH_(3))as a highly efficient ORR catalyst.The Fe_(4)N@CNF-NH_(3)catalyst was synthesized via electrospinning,followed by high-temperature annealing in an NH_(3)atmosphere.This electrospinning technique ensured the uniform dispersion of Fe_(4)N nanoparticles within the carbon nanofibers(CNFs),preventing agglomeration and enhancing the availability of active sites.Structural and morphological analyses confirmed the formation of Fe_(4)N nanoparticles with a lattice spacing of 0.213 nm,surrounded by graphitic carbon structures that significantly improved the material’s conductivity and stability.Electrochemical tests demonstrated that Fe_(4)N@CNF-NH_(3)exhibited superior ORR activity,with a half-wave potential of 0.904 V,surpassing that of commercial Pt/C catalysts.This enhanced performance is attributed to the synergistic effects of Fe_(4)N nanoparticles and the conductive carbon framework,which facilitated efficient charge and mass transfer during the ORR process.Density functional theory calculations further revealed that the introduction of CNFs positively shifted the d-band center of Fe atoms,optimizing oxygen intermediate adsorption and lowering energy barriers for ORR.The practical applicability of Fe_(4)N@CNF-NH_(3)was validated through the assembly of both liquid-state and solid-state ZABs,which exhibited excellent cycling stability,high power density,and superior discharge voltage.This study offers a promising strategy for developing highly active,low-cost ORR catalysts and advances the potential for the commercialization of ZABs.
文摘The morphological description of wear particles in lubricating oil is crucial for wear state monitoring and fault diagnosis in aero-engines.Accurately and comprehensively acquiring three-dimensional(3D)morphological data of these particles has became a key focus in wear debris analysis.Herein,we develop a novel multi-view polarization-sensitive optical coherence tomography(PS-OCT)method to achieve accurate 3D morphology detection and reconstruction of aero-engine lubricant wear particles,effectively resolving occlusion-induced information loss while enabling material-specific characterization.The particle morphology is captured by multi-view imaging,followed by filtering,sharpening,and contour recognition.The method integrates advanced registration algorithms with Poisson reconstruction to generate high-precision 3D models.This approach not only provides accurate 3D morphological reconstruction but also mitigates information loss caused by particle occlusion,ensuring model completeness.Furthermore,by collecting polarization characteristics of typical metals and their oxides in aero-engine lubricants,this work comprehensively characterizes and comparatively analyzes particle polarization properties using Stokes vectors,polarization uniformity,and cumulative phase retardation,and obtains a three-dimensional model containing polarization information.Ultimately,the proposed method enables multidimensional information acquisition for the reliable identification of abrasive particle types.
基金supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.22278352)National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2021YFC3001100)+3 种基金Longyan City Science and Technology Plan Project(No.2020LYF17043)Longyan City Science and Technology Plan Project(No.2020LYF17042)ARC Discovery Project(No.DP200101238)and NHMRC Investigator Grant(No.APP2008698)supported by the Harvard Materials Research Science and Engineering Center(No.DMR2011754)。
文摘Biocompatible amphiphilic nanoparticles(NPs)with tunable particle morphology and surface property are important for their applications as functional materials.However,previously developed methods to prepare amphiphilic NPs generally involve several steps,especially an additional step for surface modification,greatly hindering their largescale production and widespread applications.Here,a versatile one-step strategy is developed to prepare biocompatible amphiphilic dimer NPs with tunable particle morphology and surface property.The amphiphilic dimer NPs,which consist of a hydrophobic shellac bulb and a hydrophilic poly(lactic acid)(PLA)bulb with PLA-poly(ethylene glycol)(PEG)on the bulb surface,are prepared in a single step by controlled co-precipitation and self-assembly.Amphiphilic PLA-PEG/shellac dimer NPs demonstrate excellent tunability in particle morphology,thus showing good performances in controlling the interfacial curvature and emulsion type.In addition,temperatureresponsive PLA-poly(N-isopropyl acrylamide)(PNIPAM)/shellac dimer NPs are prepared following the same method and emulsions stabilized by them show temperature-triggered response.The applications of PLA-PEG-folic acid(FA)/shellac dimer NPs for drug delivery have also been demonstrated,which show a very good performance.The strategy of preparing the dimer NPs is green,scalable,facile and versatile,which provides a good platform for the design of dimer NPs with tunable particle morphology and surface property for diverse applications.
文摘We review a 3d quantum gravity model, which incorporates massive spinning fields into the Euclidean path integral in a Chern-Simons formulation. Fundamental matter as defined in our previous preon model is recapped. Both quantum gravity and the particle model are shown to be derivable from the supersymmetric 3d Chern-Simons action. Forces-Matter unification is achieved.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.U21A2027,42207113,and 42407141)。
文摘Studying the contribution of regional transport to ultrafine particles(UFPs)and the deposition effect of nanoscale particles in human respiratory system is conducive to exploring the impact of atmospheric particles on the environment and human health.Based on the data set of number concentration spectrum in the particle size range of 5.6–560 nm in the spring of Hefei,the Yangtze River Delta region obtained by a fast mobility particle sizer,the explosive growth characteristics,potential source identification and deposition flux analysis of UFPs were systematically studied.The results showed that the frequency of new particle formation(NPF)events during spring was 31.5%.SO_(2) and O_(3) contribute to NPF events.Daytime,higher temperature,stronger solar radiation and lower humidity were more conducive to the explosive growth of UFPs.In addition,regional transport of pollutants from the cities around Hefei played an important role in the accumulation mode particles,which were mainly affected by the land-source air mass from northwest Jiangsu(23.64%)and the sea-source air mass from the Yellow Sea(23.99%).It was worth noting that approximately 10,406 ng of UFPs enters the human respiratory system every day.Themain deposition area of 5.6–560 nm nanoscale particles was alveolar,5.6–400 nm is more likely to be deposited on alveolar,while nanoscale particles with particle size between 400 and 560 nm is more likely to be deposited on head airways.This study identified the deposition risk of nanoscale particles in the respiratory system under different particle sizes.
文摘Although the strengthening and grain refinement effects of TiB_(2) particles on aluminum alloys have been extensively studied,their influence on casting behavior remains relatively underexplored.In this study,the influence of different addition amounts of submicron TiB_(2) particles on the microstructure,casting performance,and mechanical properties of an Al-Cu(ZL205A)alloy was systematically investigated.The introduction of TiB_(2) particles leads to significant grain refinement,transforming the microstructure from coarse grains to fine equiaxed grains by providing additional nucleation sites and inhibiting grain growth.SEM and TEM analyses reveal that the added submicron TiB_(2) particles exhibit minimal effect on the distribution of intermetallic phases or precipitates.Casting performance,as evaluated by spiral fluidity and hot tearing tests,shows notable improvements with TiB_(2) additions.At a TiB_(2) content of 3wt.%,the fluidity length increases by 20%,and the hot tearing susceptibility coefficient decreases by 29%.These enhancements are mainly due to the refined grain structure and the formation of interdendritic bridging in TiB_(2)-reinforced alloys.However,the overall enahncement in casting properties shows little variation across the TiB_(2) additions from 0.2wt.% to 3wt.%.Mechanical testing shows that the highest hardness and strength are achieved with a 1wt.%addition of TiB_(2) particles,primarily attributed to refined grain size and reinforcement of the aluminum matrix.Based on these findings,a TiB_(2) particle content of 1wt.%is recommended for optimizing both the casting performance and mechanical properties of the ZL205A alloy.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.31700475).
文摘Aerosol particle pollution has become an increasing serious environmental problem,and urban vegetation plays a long-lasting and positive role in mitigating it.This study compared the particle capture abilities of trees,shrubs,and herbs,and examined the compositions and influence of aerosol particles accumulated on leaf functional traits.Retained particles primarily contained Ca^(2+),K^(+),SO_(4)^(2-),NO_(3)^(-)and NH_(4)^(+),indicating their anthropogenic origins.The leathery-leaved tree Osmanthus fragrans and the papery-leaved herb Alternanthera sessilis demonstrated the higher competence in particle accumulation than other plants,and leaf morphologic structures(e.g.,leaf grooves,trichomes,waxy layers,and stomata characteristics)were closely associated with particle capture by plant species.Particle retention negatively impacted stomata,impeding photosynthesis,and reducing transpiration.In response to particle accumulation,plants tended to decrease specific leaf area and adjust stomatal conductance.Both growth form and leaf texture significantly influenced the particle capture abilities of different plant species.The substantial contribution of plants,particularly herbs in the lower vegetation strata,to particle removal should not be overlooked.Vegetation with a tree-shrub-herb configuration excels at particle capture,offering potential advantages in mitigating particle pollution and enhancing ecological benefits.
基金financially supported by the Program of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52371055)the Young Elite Scientist Sponsorship Program Cast(Grant No.YESS20200139)the Basic Scientific Research Project of Liaoning Provincial Department of Education(Grant No.JYTMS20230618)。
文摘The effect of intermetallic particles on the corrosion of 6061 aluminum alloy and its coating used in semiconductor processing systems was systematically studied via liquid and gas experiments and micromorphology characterization.The results revealed that a huge difference of corrosion resistance between imported and domestic 6061 aluminum alloys in HCl solution and gas acid mist experiments mainly was attributed to the different size and amount of Al_(15)(Fe,Mn)_(3)Si_(2).The corrosion resistance of domestic 6061 alloy in dry/wet semiconductor electronic special gas environments was worse than that of imported aluminum alloy,and there are great differences in the corrosion mechanism of 6061 alloy caused by the second phase in the two dry/wet environments.And the corrosion resistance of the hard anodized alumina film was closely related to the microscopic morphology of holes.The vertical and elongatedα-Al_(15)(Mn,Fe)_(3)Si_(2) phase was formed in the rolled aluminum alloy that has been rolled perpendicular to the surface of the substrate.Compared to the horizontal long hole,the longitudinal long holes generated by the verticalα-Al_(15)(Mn,Fe)_(3)Si_(2) phase will enable the corrosive medium to reach the substrate rapidly,which significantly weakens the corrosion resistance of the hard anodized film.
基金supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.12275064 and 12475203)the Hebei Natural Science Fund(No.A2024201020)+1 种基金Hebei University Natural Science Research Innovation Team Project(No.IT2023B03)the Post-graduate’s Innovation Fund Project of Hebei University(No.HBU2024BS007)。
文摘The Feynman ratchet has the ability to convert random fluctuations into directional particle transport.The transport velocity of particles is highly dependent on their size,leading to directional transport and subsequent particle separation under suitable parameter conditions.Here,exploiting the distinct responses of particles with different sizes to the system,the separation of bi-dispersed dust particles is achieved experimentally in air at 35 Pa using a dusty plasma ratchet.To reveal the underlying mechanisms,we construct a plasma model and perform Langevin simulations for the particle separation.Our numerical results reveal that charged dust particles experience an asymmetric ratchet potential,which dictates their directional transport.Crucially,bi-dispersed dust particles are suspended at different heights and are subject to ratchet potentials with opposing asymmetries,resulting in their separation.These findings may offer new perspectives for related fields,including microfluidics,nanotechnology,and micrometer-scale particle manipulation.
基金financially supported by the Sichuan Provincial Science and Technology Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars,China(Grant No.2022JDJQ0028)Research Startup Fund by Sichuan University,China(Grant No.YJ202218).
文摘Triboelectric nanogenerators(TENGs)are emerging as new technologies to harvest electrical power from mechanical energy.With the distinctive working mechanism of triboelectric nanogenerators,they attract particular interest in healthcare monitoring,wearable electronics,and deformable energy harvesting,which raises the requirement for highly conformable devices with substantial energy outputs.Here,a simple,low-cost strategy for fabricating stretchable triboelectric nanogenerators with ultra-high electrical output is developed.The TENG is prepared using PTFE micron particles(PPTENG),contributing a different electrostatic induction process compared to TENG based on dielectric films,which was associated with the dynamics of particle motions in PP-TENG.The generator achieved an impressive voltage output of 1000 V with a current of 25 lA over a contact area of 40320 mm^(2).Additionally,the TENG exhibits excellent durability with a stretching strain of 500%,and the electrical output performance does not show any significant degradation even after 3000 cycles at a strain of 400%.The unique design of the device provides high conformability and can be used as a self-powered sensor for human motion detection.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.12365007 and 12265017)Yunnan Fundamental Research Projects(Grant Nos.202101AS070018 and 202101AV070015)+1 种基金the Scientific Research Foundation of the Yunnan Provincial Department of Education(Grant No.2023J1208)Xingdian Talents Support Program,and Yunnan Province Ten Thousand Talents Plan Young&Elite Talents Project,and Yunnan Province Computational Physics and Applied Science and Technology Innovation Team.The numerical simulation and significance estimation were performed on the Key Laboratory of High-Density Computing,Zhaotong University。
文摘Particle transport is a fundamental aspect of various systems,from artificial to biological.A common assumption is that particle motion follows Markovian(memoryless)processes in the absence of interaction between particles.However,hydrodynamic memory and the interaction between particles are ubiquitous,leaving many fundamental questions unanswered regarding transport of interacting particles involving hydrodynamic drag in corrugated channels,as described by the fractional Langevin equation.This study examines the hydrodynamic transport of interacting non-Brownian particles moving within a corrugated channel.We propose a method that relies on factors such as temperature,the driving force to alternate between no transport and finite net transport.Of importance is to note that the absence of transport results from the clogging,while the transport consists of collective motion and independent motion.The transport systems investigated in this work suggest the potential for sensor functionality within the system.Our findings may prove valuable for exploring the transport with hydrodynamic memory in various fields,including biology,physics,and chemistry.
基金Tianjin Natural Science Foundation for Jingjinji Collaboration,Grant/Award Number:23JCZXJC00240Hebei Natural Science Foundation,Grant/Award Number:H2023201903+2 种基金Beijing Natural Science Foundation,Grant/Award Number:J230006Capital's Funds for Health Improvement and Research,Grant/Award Number:CFH:2022-2-5072CAMS Innovation Fund for Medical Sciences,Grant/Award Number:2021-I2M-1-052。
文摘Background:Sudden sensorineural hearing loss(SSNHL),often associated with tinnitus,significantly impacts individuals'quality of life.Current treatments,such as free drugs via intravenous or intratympanic(IT)administration of dexamethasone(DEX)and lidocaine,face limitations like low bioavailability and rapid drug clearance.To address these challenges,we developed a local co-delivery system combining DEX microcrystals(DEX MCs)and lidocaine-loaded poly(lactic-co-glycolic acid)(PLGA)non-spherical microparticles(LPNMs)for sustained drug release in the inner ear.Methods:DEX MCs and LPNMs were prepared using the traditional precipitation technique and double emulsion-solvent evaporation,respectively.After characterizing physicochemical properties and drug release kinetics,they were dispersed in sodium hyaluronate solution for IT injection,then in vivo pharmacokinetics and biocompatibility in guinea pigs were studied.Results:DEX MCs exhibited stable dissolution,while LPNMs provided sustained lidocaine release,reducing potential side effects.In vivo studies in guinea pigs demonstrated prolonged drug retention in the perilymph and improved pharmacokinetics.Histological evaluation confirmed the good biocompatibility of this combined delivery system,with no significant inner ear damage observed.Conclusion:This co-delivery system can be used as a depot for delivering both DEX and lidocaine to the inner ear and offers a promising approach for the synergistic treatment of SSNHL associated with tinnitus.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.12262020).
文摘This study focused on investigating the effects of various factors on the mechanical properties of superconducting matrix composites reinforced with ferromagnetic particles and interface phases when exposed to external magnetic fields.A micromechanical model was created by simplifying the basic properties and composition of the interface,utilizing principles such as Eshelby’s equivalent inclusion theory and Hooke’s law,as well as applying uniform stress boundary conditions.Through the development of equations,the study predicted changes in effective mechanical properties,highlighting the significant influence of parameters like the interface phase,inclusions,and magnetic field on the effective elastic modulus and magnetostriction of the composite material.By shedding light on these relationships,the research offers valuable insights for the manufacture and application of ferromagnetic particle-reinforced superconducting matrix composites with interface phases,providing a foundation for future research in this area.
基金supports of the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant No.2021YFB3501005)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52071208)the Key R&D program of Shanxi Province(International Cooperation)(Grant No.201903D421036).
文摘The blocky LPSO particles were modulated by single-directional and multi-directional forging,and the effect of blocky LPSO particles on the anisotropy of mechanical properties of Mg-8.5Gd-2.5Y-1.5Zn-0.5Zr alloy forged parts was investigated.In the present work,3D processing maps are established,and the forming domain that is both stable and power efficient is in the temperature range from 430 to 500℃ and strain rate range from 0.001 to 0.06 s^(-1),which is used to guide the single-directional forging(SDF)and multi-directional forging(MDF)experiments.The tensile mechanical properties reveal that the blocky LPSO particles have an influence on the mechanical anisotropy,especially in terms of the elongation anisotropy.The blocky LPSO particles after the MDF process have a more regular shape and smaller size and are homogeneously distributed,which is responsible for the low anisotropy of the elongation.In addition,the age-hardening capability of the MDF part is higher than that of the SDF part.
基金supported by the Beijing Nova Program(No.20220484215)National Key Research and Development Program of China(Nos.2022YFB3504100,2022YFB3506200,2021YFA1500300 and 2022YFA1500146)National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.22376217,22208373,22272090 and 22272106)。
文摘Herein,we fabricate an embedding structure at the interface between Pt nanoparticles(NPs)and CeO_(2)-{100}nanocubes with surface defect sites(CeO_(2)-SDS)through quenching and gas bubbling-assisted membrane reduction methods.The in-situ substitution of Pt NPs for atomic-layer Ce lattice significantly increases the amount of reactive oxygen species from 133.68μmol/g to 199.44μmol/g.As a result,the distinctive geometric structure of Pt/CeO_(2)-SDS catalyst substantially improves the catalytic activity and stability for soot oxidation compared with the catalyst with no quenching process,i.e.,its T_(50)and TOF values are 332°C and 2.915 h^(-1),respectively.Combined with the results of experimental investigations and density functional theory calculations,it is unveiled that the unique embedding structure of Pt/CeO_(2)-SDS catalyst can facilitate significantly electron transfer from Pt to the CeO_(2)-{100}support,and induce the formation of interfacial[Ce-O_(x)-Pt_(2)]bond chains,which plays a crucial role in enhancing the key step of soot oxidation through the dual activation of surface lattice oxygen and molecular O_(2).Such a fundamental revelation of the interfacial electronic transmission and corresponding modification strategy contributes a novel opportunity to develop high-efficient and stable noble metal catalysts at the atomic level.
基金research was funded bymultiple sources,including the Guangxi Natural Science Foundation of Youth Fund(2020GXNSFBA159004)the National Natural Science Foundation Project of China(51779204)the Guilin University of Technology High-Level Talent Research Startup Project(GUTQDJJ2018069).
文摘The particle size distribution plays a crucial role in the transportation and deposition of eroded sediments.Gaining insights into the related sorting mechanism can significantly enhance our understanding of such processes.In this study,sand-covered slopes were examined.A controlled indoor rainfall simulation was conducted on loess slopes with a 12°incline and a rainfall intensity of 1.5 mm/min.These slopes were then covered with sand layers of varying thicknesses—0.5,1.0,and 1.5 cm—to observe their effects.The findings have revealed that as the thickness of the sand cover increases,the content of sediment particles smaller than 0.054 mm decreases.In contrast,the content of particles larger than 0.054 mm increases after the sixth minute of runoff.The eroded sediment was predominantly composed of silt.During the inter-rill erosion stage,runoff primarily transported particles larger than 0.054 mm.However,in the subsequent rill erosion and combined rill and inter-rill erosion stages,the runoff predominantly carried finer particles,smaller than 0.054 mm.Moreover,the presence of the sand layer significantly influenced the size and form of the eroded sediment particles.Initially,during the first 10 min of runoff,the eroded particles were predominantly larger than 0.054 mm.After this period,however,the particle size shifted,with the majority of particles being smaller than 0.054 mm.This study highlights the intricate relationship between sediment sorting,the thickness of sand covers,and the dynamics of sediment transport under rainfall-induced erosion.
