Network calculus is an evolving new methodology for backlog and delay analysis of packet-switching networks. With network calculus we are able to compute tight bounds on delays,backlogs,and effective bandwidths in a l...Network calculus is an evolving new methodology for backlog and delay analysis of packet-switching networks. With network calculus we are able to compute tight bounds on delays,backlogs,and effective bandwidths in a lossless setting applicable to packet-switching networks and better understand some physical properties of networks. In this paper,the basic network calculus concepts of arrival curves and service curves are introduced.Then we provide the approach for modeling leaky-bucket,generic cell rate algorithm(GCRA),constant bit rate(CBR)flow, variable bit rate(VBR) flow with arrival curve.It is shown that all rate-based packet schedulers can be by a simple rate latency service curve.And by applying these fundamental rules of network calculus,bounds on delay, buffer,effective bandwidth for leaky bucket,GCRA,CBR and VBR can be derived and some practical examples are given.Finally,we compare all the results obtained and conclude this paper.展开更多
Modern defense systems are developing towards systematization.intellectualization and automation,which include the collaborative defense system on the sea between multiple unmanned surface vehicles(USVs)and unmanned a...Modern defense systems are developing towards systematization.intellectualization and automation,which include the collaborative defense system on the sea between multiple unmanned surface vehicles(USVs)and unmanned aerial vehicles(UAVs).UAVs can fly in high altitude and collect marine environment information on patrolling.Furthermore,UAVs can plan defense paths for USVs to intercept intruders with full-assignment or reassignment strategies aiming at maximum overall benefits.Thus,we propose dynamic overlay reconnaissance algor计hm based on genetic idea(GI-DORA)to solve the problem of multi-UAV multi-station reconnaissance.Moreover,we develop continuous particle swarm optimization based on obstaele dimension(OD-CPSO)to optimize defense path of USVs to intercept intruders.In addition,under the designed defense constraints,we propose dispersed particle swarm optimization based on mutation and crossover(MC-DPSO)and real-time batch assignment algorithm(RTBA)in emergency for formulating combat defense mission assignment strategy in different scenarios.Finally,we illus trate the feasibility and effectiveness of the proposed met hods.展开更多
Deep coal seams are one of the world’s most widespread deposits for carbon dioxide(C02)disposal and are generally located near large point sources of CO_(2)emissions.The injection of CO_(2)into coal seams has great p...Deep coal seams are one of the world’s most widespread deposits for carbon dioxide(C02)disposal and are generally located near large point sources of CO_(2)emissions.The injection of CO_(2)into coal seams has great potential to sequester CO_(2)while simultaneously enhancing coalbed methane(CO_(2)-ECBM)recovery.Pilot tests of CO_(2)-ECBM have been conducted in coal seams worldwide with favorable early results.However,one of the main technical barriers in coal seams needs to be resolved:Injecting CO_(2)reduces coal permeability and well injectivity.Here,using in situ synchrotron X-ray microtomography,we provide the first observational evidence that injecting nitrogen(N_(2))can reverse much of this lost permeability by reopening fractures that have closed due to coal swelling induced by CO_(2)adsorption.Our findings support the notion that injecting minimally treated flue gas-a mixture of mainly N_(2) and CO_(2)-is an attractive alternative for ECBM recovery instead of pure CO_(2)injection in deep coal seams.Firstly,flue gas produced by power plants could be directly injected after particulate removal,thus avoiding high CO_(2)-separation costs.Secondly,the presence of N_(2)makes it possible to maintain a sufficiently high level of coal permeability.These results suggest that flue-gas ECBM for deep coal seams may provide a promising path toward net-zero emissions from coal mines.展开更多
Shade caused by trees or buildings can affect the quality and growth of turfgrasses.Thus,breeding for shade tolerance is an essential component of most turfgrass improvement programs.The objective of this study was to...Shade caused by trees or buildings can affect the quality and growth of turfgrasses.Thus,breeding for shade tolerance is an essential component of most turfgrass improvement programs.The objective of this study was to evaluate the performance of seashore paspalum(Paspalum vaginatum Sw.)breeding lines under shade in multi-environment trials.Germplasm sources were 20 lines from the University of Georgia seashore paspalum breeding program and two checks,the cultivars'SeaDwarf'and'SeaStar'.Field trials were conducted from 2016 to 2019 under shade structures designed to reduce ambient sunlight at three locations:Citra(FL),Tifton(GA),and Raleigh(NC).The response variables evaluated were percent living ground cover(%GC),dark green color index(DGCI),canopy height(CH)and turfgrass quality(TQ).Data were analyzed by mixed model approaches using ASReml-R,and the t-statistics were used to group the entries.Significant genetic variances were observed in the single-location-repeated-measures analysis for CH and DGCI at Citra and Tifton,%GC at Citra,and TQ at Raleigh.Spearman correlations of the predicted values for entries between locations ranged from low to moderate,with the exception of between Citra and Tifton(0.76)for CH.There were a few breeding lines with superior performance to the entry average for all traits for which the entry variance was significant.In conclusion,genetic variability was observed for all traits and superior seashore paspalum breeding lines for multiple traits were identified under shade.展开更多
As natural killer(NK)cells eliminate cancer cells and virus-infected cells,as well as modulate various other medical conditions,including aging-associated conditions such as neurodegenerative disorders,understanding N...As natural killer(NK)cells eliminate cancer cells and virus-infected cells,as well as modulate various other medical conditions,including aging-associated conditions such as neurodegenerative disorders,understanding NK cell regulation is of considerable clinical importance.This article reviews the role of circadian processes(melatonin and the cortisol system),aryl hydrocarbon receptor,and vagal nerve in the modulation of NK cell function,highlighting the importance of the endogenous mitochondrial melatonergic pathway in NK cells.As circadian and exogenous melatonin increase NK cell cytotoxicity,the presence of the endogenous melatonergic pathway may be of some importance not only to NK function and immune checkpoint regulation but also from the efflux of melatonin,which decreases tumor cell survival,proliferation,and metastasis,as well as decreasing immune checkpoint ligands,such as programmed cell ligand 1(PD-L1).NK cell melatonergic pathway regulation may therefore have significant impacts not only on NK cell cytotoxicity but also on the intercellular interactions within tumors and other pathological microenvironments.As melatonin has anti-viral effects,the regulation of the NK cell melatonergic pathway can have wider impacts on how NK cells regulate viral infections,including in the course of viral-induced susceptibility to neurodegenerative conditions.Recent data indicate that the endogenous melatonergic pathway is regulated by interactions of signal transducer and activator of transcription(STAT)3 and nuclear factor kappa-light-chain-enhancer of activated B cells(NF-κB)dimer composition.As both STAT3 and NF-κB dimer composition modulate NK cells,their interaction in the modulation of the NK cell melatonergic pathway will be important to determine.This has significant future research and treatment implications,including improving the clinical efficacy of current treatment approaches such as immune checkpoint inhibition and chimeric antigen receptor(CAR)NK cell therapy,and may accelerate a means of preventing cancer.展开更多
Complex trimalleolar ankle fractures are a major orthopaedic challenge,with an incidence of 4.22 per 10000 person-years in the United States and an annual cost of 3.4 billion dollars.This review synthesizes current ev...Complex trimalleolar ankle fractures are a major orthopaedic challenge,with an incidence of 4.22 per 10000 person-years in the United States and an annual cost of 3.4 billion dollars.This review synthesizes current evidence on diagnostic protocols and management strategies,highlighting optimal approaches and emerging trends.Initial care emphasizes soft tissue assessment,often guided by the Tscherne classification,and fracture classification systems.External fixation may be required in open injuries,while early open reduction and internal fixation within six days is linked to improved outcomes.Minimally invasive techniques for the lateral malleolus,including intramedullary nailing and locking plates,are effective,while medial malleolus fractures are commonly managed with screw fixation or tension-band wiring.Posterior malleolus fragments involving more than 25%of the articular surface usually warrant fixation.Alternatives to syndesmotic screws,such as cortical buttons or high-strength sutures,reduce the need for secondary procedures.Arthroscopic-assisted open reduction and internal fixation benefits younger,active patients by enabling concurrent management of intra-articular and ligamentous injuries.Postoperative care prioritizes early weight-bearing and validated functional scores.Despite advances,complications remain common,and further research is needed to refine surgical strategies and improve outcomes.展开更多
Honeycombing Lung(HCL)is a chronic lung condition marked by advanced fibrosis,resulting in enlarged air spaces with thick fibrotic walls,which are visible on Computed Tomography(CT)scans.Differentiating between normal...Honeycombing Lung(HCL)is a chronic lung condition marked by advanced fibrosis,resulting in enlarged air spaces with thick fibrotic walls,which are visible on Computed Tomography(CT)scans.Differentiating between normal lung tissue,honeycombing lungs,and Ground Glass Opacity(GGO)in CT images is often challenging for radiologists and may lead to misinterpretations.Although earlier studies have proposed models to detect and classify HCL,many faced limitations such as high computational demands,lower accuracy,and difficulty distinguishing between HCL and GGO.CT images are highly effective for lung classification due to their high resolution,3D visualization,and sensitivity to tissue density variations.This study introduces Honeycombing Lungs Network(HCL Net),a novel classification algorithm inspired by ResNet50V2 and enhanced to overcome the shortcomings of previous approaches.HCL Net incorporates additional residual blocks,refined preprocessing techniques,and selective parameter tuning to improve classification performance.The dataset,sourced from the University Malaya Medical Centre(UMMC)and verified by expert radiologists,consists of CT images of normal,honeycombing,and GGO lungs.Experimental evaluations across five assessments demonstrated that HCL Net achieved an outstanding classification accuracy of approximately 99.97%.It also recorded strong performance in other metrics,achieving 93%precision,100%sensitivity,89%specificity,and an AUC-ROC score of 97%.Comparative analysis with baseline feature engineering methods confirmed the superior efficacy of HCL Net.The model significantly reduces misclassification,particularly between honeycombing and GGO lungs,enhancing diagnostic precision and reliability in lung image analysis.展开更多
Green transplant refers to the realization of the importance of understanding and improving the environmental footprint of transplantation through sustainable practices.This involves assessing the entire transplantati...Green transplant refers to the realization of the importance of understanding and improving the environmental footprint of transplantation through sustainable practices.This involves assessing the entire transplantation process including preoperative evaluation,donation,organ and patient transportation,surgery,postoperative recovery,and follow-up.This is a topic that has not been fully addressed yet,but its importance is being increasingly appreciated in surgery.The aim of this study was to investigate the carbon footprint associated with transplantation and propose sustainable mitigating solutions.A comprehensive review of the existing literature on transplantation was conducted and supplemented with findings from the broader fields of surgical and perioperative care,given the scarcity of available data.The analysis identified the most involved environmental factors and attempted to offer practical solutions based on current sustainability practices.Notably,no study has yet examined the carbon footprint associated with the entire transplantation procedure.Only five studies have attempted to assess the environmental impact of kidney or liver transplants,but they focused,almost explicitly,on specific steps of the process.By employing an extrapolative methodology from the broader surgical field,we determined that the primary contributors to the environmental impact of transplantation are energy,consumables and materials,anesthesia and pharmaceuticals,transportation,and water.This review offers practical solutions utilizing the 5R framework,emphasizing sustainability to ensure transplantation remains clinically and environmentally relevant.展开更多
In aerospace,nuclear power,and new energy vehicles industries,utilizing integrated metal components with extreme sizes and/or structures is crucial for achieving significant weight-saving,performance-improvement,and e...In aerospace,nuclear power,and new energy vehicles industries,utilizing integrated metal components with extreme sizes and/or structures is crucial for achieving significant weight-saving,performance-improvement,and excellent reliability.These components,made from metal sheets,rings,or tubes,exhibit characteristics like ultra-thin,ultra-thick,ultra-large,ultra-long,ultra-high ribs,and large variable diameters.During plastic de-formation in metal forming processes,defects such as ruptures,wrinkles,excessive strain differences,and un-expected weak performance areas are likely to occur due to the intersection of multiple effects in different research disciplines,including materials science,processes,and mechanics of materials.Consequently,the smooth forming of integrated parts is difficult.It is the first time to review,summarize,and analyze the ad-vancement of forming methods for producing integrated parts with extreme sizes and structures.The general academic ideas to change the process conditions and sequences to optimize stress state and improve plastic deformation ability for forming the components with extreme sizes/structures are introduced.Practical ex-amples,discussed in detail in the paper,include the forming of(i)integrated ultra-thin and ultra-thick sheet components;(ii)integrated ultra-large size ring components with thin wall and high ribs;and(iii)integrated ultra-long tube components with large perimeter difference.Various plasticity technologies and process se-quences have been developed.The key processes and applications of the technologies are discussed in detail,which achieve successful plastic forming of integrated components.This paper provides state-of-the-art and perspectives for the rapidly advancing material forming fields of key metal components for the next generation of equipment.展开更多
The rapid advancement of wearable electronic devices has paved the way for a more intelligent and interconnected world.However,ensuring the sustainable energy supply for these devices remains a critical challenge,part...The rapid advancement of wearable electronic devices has paved the way for a more intelligent and interconnected world.However,ensuring the sustainable energy supply for these devices remains a critical challenge,particularly for specialized populations and professionals in demanding environments,where a lack of power can pose life-threatening risks.Herein,we propose a mechanically intelligent biomechanical energy harvesting approach that adapts to complex human motion excitations,thereby improving the energy harvesting performance.Leveraging a mechanical intelligence mechanism,the energy harvester aligns with human physiological habits,selectively activating or deactivating as needed.The system can also adapt to excitations of varying directions,amplitudes,and frequencies.Furthermore,the string tension helps reduce the impact forces on the knee joint during foot strikes.A theoretical model for the biomechanical energy harvesting system is developed to describe its dynamic and electrical characteristics,and a prototype is fabricated and tested under diverse conditions.The experimental results are in good agreement with the simulation trends,validating the effectiveness of the theoretical model.A test subject running at 8 km/h for 90 seconds can successfully power a smartphone for 20 seconds,demonstrating the viability of self-powered applications.This mechanically intelligent biomechanical energy harvesting method holds a promising solution for the sustainable power supply for wearable electronic devices.展开更多
Aquaculture of red swamp crayfish Procambarus clarkii is an emerging farming industry in China.As shown recently,one of the most significant diseases affecting the red swamp crayfish is caused by overabundance of epib...Aquaculture of red swamp crayfish Procambarus clarkii is an emerging farming industry in China.As shown recently,one of the most significant diseases affecting the red swamp crayfish is caused by overabundance of epibiotic peritrichs,a group of ciliated protists that are commonly found living as epibionts on aquatic animals.Nevertheless,few studies focusing on this issue have been performed.As part of a faunal study carried out in the Lake Weishan Wetland,China,four colonial sessilid peritrichs,namely Epicarchesium granulatum,Epistylis bimarginata,Epistylis semiciculus,and Zoothamnium procerius,attached to P.clarkii are documented.For each species,redescriptions and improved diagnoses are supplied.As a further aid to identification,14 new rDNA sequences of these four and a closely related species were obtained.In addition,as an aid for future studies on epibiotic ciliates,we supply a list and information about recent integrative studies that document the geographic distributions of related taxa.展开更多
基金supported in part by the development Foundation of Southwest Jiaotong Universitythe National Natural Science Foundation of China under Grant No.60572143
文摘Network calculus is an evolving new methodology for backlog and delay analysis of packet-switching networks. With network calculus we are able to compute tight bounds on delays,backlogs,and effective bandwidths in a lossless setting applicable to packet-switching networks and better understand some physical properties of networks. In this paper,the basic network calculus concepts of arrival curves and service curves are introduced.Then we provide the approach for modeling leaky-bucket,generic cell rate algorithm(GCRA),constant bit rate(CBR)flow, variable bit rate(VBR) flow with arrival curve.It is shown that all rate-based packet schedulers can be by a simple rate latency service curve.And by applying these fundamental rules of network calculus,bounds on delay, buffer,effective bandwidth for leaky bucket,GCRA,CBR and VBR can be derived and some practical examples are given.Finally,we compare all the results obtained and conclude this paper.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.61625304)。
文摘Modern defense systems are developing towards systematization.intellectualization and automation,which include the collaborative defense system on the sea between multiple unmanned surface vehicles(USVs)and unmanned aerial vehicles(UAVs).UAVs can fly in high altitude and collect marine environment information on patrolling.Furthermore,UAVs can plan defense paths for USVs to intercept intruders with full-assignment or reassignment strategies aiming at maximum overall benefits.Thus,we propose dynamic overlay reconnaissance algor计hm based on genetic idea(GI-DORA)to solve the problem of multi-UAV multi-station reconnaissance.Moreover,we develop continuous particle swarm optimization based on obstaele dimension(OD-CPSO)to optimize defense path of USVs to intercept intruders.In addition,under the designed defense constraints,we propose dispersed particle swarm optimization based on mutation and crossover(MC-DPSO)and real-time batch assignment algorithm(RTBA)in emergency for formulating combat defense mission assignment strategy in different scenarios.Finally,we illus trate the feasibility and effectiveness of the proposed met hods.
文摘Deep coal seams are one of the world’s most widespread deposits for carbon dioxide(C02)disposal and are generally located near large point sources of CO_(2)emissions.The injection of CO_(2)into coal seams has great potential to sequester CO_(2)while simultaneously enhancing coalbed methane(CO_(2)-ECBM)recovery.Pilot tests of CO_(2)-ECBM have been conducted in coal seams worldwide with favorable early results.However,one of the main technical barriers in coal seams needs to be resolved:Injecting CO_(2)reduces coal permeability and well injectivity.Here,using in situ synchrotron X-ray microtomography,we provide the first observational evidence that injecting nitrogen(N_(2))can reverse much of this lost permeability by reopening fractures that have closed due to coal swelling induced by CO_(2)adsorption.Our findings support the notion that injecting minimally treated flue gas-a mixture of mainly N_(2) and CO_(2)-is an attractive alternative for ECBM recovery instead of pure CO_(2)injection in deep coal seams.Firstly,flue gas produced by power plants could be directly injected after particulate removal,thus avoiding high CO_(2)-separation costs.Secondly,the presence of N_(2)makes it possible to maintain a sufficiently high level of coal permeability.These results suggest that flue-gas ECBM for deep coal seams may provide a promising path toward net-zero emissions from coal mines.
基金Funding for this project was provided by a Specialty Crop Research Initiative grant[2015-51181-24291]from the USDA National Institute for Food and Agriculture。
文摘Shade caused by trees or buildings can affect the quality and growth of turfgrasses.Thus,breeding for shade tolerance is an essential component of most turfgrass improvement programs.The objective of this study was to evaluate the performance of seashore paspalum(Paspalum vaginatum Sw.)breeding lines under shade in multi-environment trials.Germplasm sources were 20 lines from the University of Georgia seashore paspalum breeding program and two checks,the cultivars'SeaDwarf'and'SeaStar'.Field trials were conducted from 2016 to 2019 under shade structures designed to reduce ambient sunlight at three locations:Citra(FL),Tifton(GA),and Raleigh(NC).The response variables evaluated were percent living ground cover(%GC),dark green color index(DGCI),canopy height(CH)and turfgrass quality(TQ).Data were analyzed by mixed model approaches using ASReml-R,and the t-statistics were used to group the entries.Significant genetic variances were observed in the single-location-repeated-measures analysis for CH and DGCI at Citra and Tifton,%GC at Citra,and TQ at Raleigh.Spearman correlations of the predicted values for entries between locations ranged from low to moderate,with the exception of between Citra and Tifton(0.76)for CH.There were a few breeding lines with superior performance to the entry average for all traits for which the entry variance was significant.In conclusion,genetic variability was observed for all traits and superior seashore paspalum breeding lines for multiple traits were identified under shade.
文摘As natural killer(NK)cells eliminate cancer cells and virus-infected cells,as well as modulate various other medical conditions,including aging-associated conditions such as neurodegenerative disorders,understanding NK cell regulation is of considerable clinical importance.This article reviews the role of circadian processes(melatonin and the cortisol system),aryl hydrocarbon receptor,and vagal nerve in the modulation of NK cell function,highlighting the importance of the endogenous mitochondrial melatonergic pathway in NK cells.As circadian and exogenous melatonin increase NK cell cytotoxicity,the presence of the endogenous melatonergic pathway may be of some importance not only to NK function and immune checkpoint regulation but also from the efflux of melatonin,which decreases tumor cell survival,proliferation,and metastasis,as well as decreasing immune checkpoint ligands,such as programmed cell ligand 1(PD-L1).NK cell melatonergic pathway regulation may therefore have significant impacts not only on NK cell cytotoxicity but also on the intercellular interactions within tumors and other pathological microenvironments.As melatonin has anti-viral effects,the regulation of the NK cell melatonergic pathway can have wider impacts on how NK cells regulate viral infections,including in the course of viral-induced susceptibility to neurodegenerative conditions.Recent data indicate that the endogenous melatonergic pathway is regulated by interactions of signal transducer and activator of transcription(STAT)3 and nuclear factor kappa-light-chain-enhancer of activated B cells(NF-κB)dimer composition.As both STAT3 and NF-κB dimer composition modulate NK cells,their interaction in the modulation of the NK cell melatonergic pathway will be important to determine.This has significant future research and treatment implications,including improving the clinical efficacy of current treatment approaches such as immune checkpoint inhibition and chimeric antigen receptor(CAR)NK cell therapy,and may accelerate a means of preventing cancer.
文摘Complex trimalleolar ankle fractures are a major orthopaedic challenge,with an incidence of 4.22 per 10000 person-years in the United States and an annual cost of 3.4 billion dollars.This review synthesizes current evidence on diagnostic protocols and management strategies,highlighting optimal approaches and emerging trends.Initial care emphasizes soft tissue assessment,often guided by the Tscherne classification,and fracture classification systems.External fixation may be required in open injuries,while early open reduction and internal fixation within six days is linked to improved outcomes.Minimally invasive techniques for the lateral malleolus,including intramedullary nailing and locking plates,are effective,while medial malleolus fractures are commonly managed with screw fixation or tension-band wiring.Posterior malleolus fragments involving more than 25%of the articular surface usually warrant fixation.Alternatives to syndesmotic screws,such as cortical buttons or high-strength sutures,reduce the need for secondary procedures.Arthroscopic-assisted open reduction and internal fixation benefits younger,active patients by enabling concurrent management of intra-articular and ligamentous injuries.Postoperative care prioritizes early weight-bearing and validated functional scores.Despite advances,complications remain common,and further research is needed to refine surgical strategies and improve outcomes.
文摘Honeycombing Lung(HCL)is a chronic lung condition marked by advanced fibrosis,resulting in enlarged air spaces with thick fibrotic walls,which are visible on Computed Tomography(CT)scans.Differentiating between normal lung tissue,honeycombing lungs,and Ground Glass Opacity(GGO)in CT images is often challenging for radiologists and may lead to misinterpretations.Although earlier studies have proposed models to detect and classify HCL,many faced limitations such as high computational demands,lower accuracy,and difficulty distinguishing between HCL and GGO.CT images are highly effective for lung classification due to their high resolution,3D visualization,and sensitivity to tissue density variations.This study introduces Honeycombing Lungs Network(HCL Net),a novel classification algorithm inspired by ResNet50V2 and enhanced to overcome the shortcomings of previous approaches.HCL Net incorporates additional residual blocks,refined preprocessing techniques,and selective parameter tuning to improve classification performance.The dataset,sourced from the University Malaya Medical Centre(UMMC)and verified by expert radiologists,consists of CT images of normal,honeycombing,and GGO lungs.Experimental evaluations across five assessments demonstrated that HCL Net achieved an outstanding classification accuracy of approximately 99.97%.It also recorded strong performance in other metrics,achieving 93%precision,100%sensitivity,89%specificity,and an AUC-ROC score of 97%.Comparative analysis with baseline feature engineering methods confirmed the superior efficacy of HCL Net.The model significantly reduces misclassification,particularly between honeycombing and GGO lungs,enhancing diagnostic precision and reliability in lung image analysis.
文摘Green transplant refers to the realization of the importance of understanding and improving the environmental footprint of transplantation through sustainable practices.This involves assessing the entire transplantation process including preoperative evaluation,donation,organ and patient transportation,surgery,postoperative recovery,and follow-up.This is a topic that has not been fully addressed yet,but its importance is being increasingly appreciated in surgery.The aim of this study was to investigate the carbon footprint associated with transplantation and propose sustainable mitigating solutions.A comprehensive review of the existing literature on transplantation was conducted and supplemented with findings from the broader fields of surgical and perioperative care,given the scarcity of available data.The analysis identified the most involved environmental factors and attempted to offer practical solutions based on current sustainability practices.Notably,no study has yet examined the carbon footprint associated with the entire transplantation procedure.Only five studies have attempted to assess the environmental impact of kidney or liver transplants,but they focused,almost explicitly,on specific steps of the process.By employing an extrapolative methodology from the broader surgical field,we determined that the primary contributors to the environmental impact of transplantation are energy,consumables and materials,anesthesia and pharmaceuticals,transportation,and water.This review offers practical solutions utilizing the 5R framework,emphasizing sustainability to ensure transplantation remains clinically and environmentally relevant.
基金Supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.52422510,52373320,52175360,50725517)the Young Elite Scientists Sponsorship Program by China Association for Science and Technology(Grant No.2021QNRC001)+1 种基金the Key R&D Program of Hubei Province(Grant No.2024BAB080)Natural Science Foundation of Wuhan(Grant No.2024040801020257).
文摘In aerospace,nuclear power,and new energy vehicles industries,utilizing integrated metal components with extreme sizes and/or structures is crucial for achieving significant weight-saving,performance-improvement,and excellent reliability.These components,made from metal sheets,rings,or tubes,exhibit characteristics like ultra-thin,ultra-thick,ultra-large,ultra-long,ultra-high ribs,and large variable diameters.During plastic de-formation in metal forming processes,defects such as ruptures,wrinkles,excessive strain differences,and un-expected weak performance areas are likely to occur due to the intersection of multiple effects in different research disciplines,including materials science,processes,and mechanics of materials.Consequently,the smooth forming of integrated parts is difficult.It is the first time to review,summarize,and analyze the ad-vancement of forming methods for producing integrated parts with extreme sizes and structures.The general academic ideas to change the process conditions and sequences to optimize stress state and improve plastic deformation ability for forming the components with extreme sizes/structures are introduced.Practical ex-amples,discussed in detail in the paper,include the forming of(i)integrated ultra-thin and ultra-thick sheet components;(ii)integrated ultra-large size ring components with thin wall and high ribs;and(iii)integrated ultra-long tube components with large perimeter difference.Various plasticity technologies and process se-quences have been developed.The key processes and applications of the technologies are discussed in detail,which achieve successful plastic forming of integrated components.This paper provides state-of-the-art and perspectives for the rapidly advancing material forming fields of key metal components for the next generation of equipment.
基金Project supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.12202262,12172127,12032015,and 12121002)the Young Elite Scientists Sponsorship Program by the China Association for Science and Technology(No.2023QNRC001)the Hunan Province Science and Technology Innovation Program of China(Nos.2025JJ20012 and 2025RC4022)。
文摘The rapid advancement of wearable electronic devices has paved the way for a more intelligent and interconnected world.However,ensuring the sustainable energy supply for these devices remains a critical challenge,particularly for specialized populations and professionals in demanding environments,where a lack of power can pose life-threatening risks.Herein,we propose a mechanically intelligent biomechanical energy harvesting approach that adapts to complex human motion excitations,thereby improving the energy harvesting performance.Leveraging a mechanical intelligence mechanism,the energy harvester aligns with human physiological habits,selectively activating or deactivating as needed.The system can also adapt to excitations of varying directions,amplitudes,and frequencies.Furthermore,the string tension helps reduce the impact forces on the knee joint during foot strikes.A theoretical model for the biomechanical energy harvesting system is developed to describe its dynamic and electrical characteristics,and a prototype is fabricated and tested under diverse conditions.The experimental results are in good agreement with the simulation trends,validating the effectiveness of the theoretical model.A test subject running at 8 km/h for 90 seconds can successfully power a smartphone for 20 seconds,demonstrating the viability of self-powered applications.This mechanically intelligent biomechanical energy harvesting method holds a promising solution for the sustainable power supply for wearable electronic devices.
基金supported by the Laoshan Laboratory(Project No.LSKJ202203201)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Project No.32000300,32030015)+2 种基金the Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province(Project No.ZR2022QC096)China Postdoctoral Science Foundation Grant(Project No.2022M711922)the Researchers Supporting Project(Project No.RSP 2025R7)King Saud University,Riyadh,Saudi Arabia.
文摘Aquaculture of red swamp crayfish Procambarus clarkii is an emerging farming industry in China.As shown recently,one of the most significant diseases affecting the red swamp crayfish is caused by overabundance of epibiotic peritrichs,a group of ciliated protists that are commonly found living as epibionts on aquatic animals.Nevertheless,few studies focusing on this issue have been performed.As part of a faunal study carried out in the Lake Weishan Wetland,China,four colonial sessilid peritrichs,namely Epicarchesium granulatum,Epistylis bimarginata,Epistylis semiciculus,and Zoothamnium procerius,attached to P.clarkii are documented.For each species,redescriptions and improved diagnoses are supplied.As a further aid to identification,14 new rDNA sequences of these four and a closely related species were obtained.In addition,as an aid for future studies on epibiotic ciliates,we supply a list and information about recent integrative studies that document the geographic distributions of related taxa.
