Enhancing the resilience of critical infrastructure(CI)systems has become a focal point of national and inter-national policies.However,the formulation of resilience enhancement strategies often requires component-(i....Enhancing the resilience of critical infrastructure(CI)systems has become a focal point of national and inter-national policies.However,the formulation of resilience enhancement strategies often requires component-(i.e.asset-)level prioritization,which entails many complexities.Acknowledging the complex and interdependent nature of infrastructure systems,this paper aims to aid researchers,practitioners and policy-makers by pre-senting a review of the relative literature and current state-of-the-art,and by identifying future research op-portunities to improve the applicability and operationalizability of CI component identification and prioritization methods.Theoretical and practical applications are reviewed for definitions,analysis and modelling approaches regarding the resilience of interdependent infrastructure systems.A detailed review of infrastructure criticality definitions,component criticality assessment and prioritization frameworks,from scientific,policy and other documents,is presented.A discussion on social justice and equity dimensions therein is included,which have the potential to greatly influence decisions and should always be incorporated in infrastructure planning and in-vestment discussions.The findings of this review are discussed in terms of applicability and operationalizability.Key recommendations for future research include:(i)developing quantification frameworks for CI component criticality based on formal definitions and multiple criteria,(ii)incorporating the entire resilience cycle of CI in component prioritization,(iii)accounting for the socio-technical nature of CI systems by integrating social di-mensions and their wider operating environment and(iv)developing comprehensive model validation,cali-bration and uncertainty analysis frameworks.展开更多
High-concentration photovoltaic(HCPV)systems present significant thermal management challenges due to the intense heat fluxes generated under concentrated solar irradiation,especially in arid environments.Effective he...High-concentration photovoltaic(HCPV)systems present significant thermal management challenges due to the intense heat fluxes generated under concentrated solar irradiation,especially in arid environments.Effective heat dissipation is critical to prevent performance degradation and structural failure.This study investigates the thermal performance and design optimization of an enhanced HCPV module,integrating numerical,analytical,and experimental methods.A coupled optical-thermal-electrical model was developed to simulate ray tracing,heat transfer,and temperature-dependent electrical behaviour,with predictions validated under real-world desert conditions.Compared to a baseline commercial module operating at 106℃,the optimized design achieved a peak temperature reduction of 16℃,lowering the cell temperature to 90℃under a concentration ratio of 961×and direct normal irradiance(DNI)of 950 W/m^(2).The total thermal resistance was reduced from 0.25 to 0.15 K/W(a 40%improvement),and the electrical efficiency increased from 37.5%to 38.6%,representing a relative gain of approximately 3.1%.The system consistently maintained a fill factor exceeding 78%,underscoring stable performance under high thermal load.These findings demonstrate that targeted thermal design,informed by integrated modeling,is essential for unlocking the reliability and efficiency of high-flux solar energy systems.展开更多
Energy-regenerative suspension combined with piezoelectric and electromagnetic transduction has evolved into a core technological pathway in advancing automotive design paradigms.With the aim of improving energy harve...Energy-regenerative suspension combined with piezoelectric and electromagnetic transduction has evolved into a core technological pathway in advancing automotive design paradigms.With the aim of improving energy harvesting performance,time-delayed feedback control is widely used in an energy-regenerative suspension system under different external disturbances in this paper.Meanwhile,limited research has addressed the stochastic dynamics of time-delayed nonlinear energy-regenerative suspension systems.Different from previous studies,this work studies the stochastic response and P-bifurcation of the nonlinear energy-regenerative suspension system with time-delayed feedback control.Firstly,an approximately equivalent dimension reduction system is established by the variable transformation method,and then the stationary probability density function of amplitude is obtained by the stochastic averaging method.Secondly,the precision of the method used in this work is verified by comparing the numerical solutions with the analytical results.Finally,based on the stationary probability density function,the influence of system parameters on stochastic P-bifurcation and the mean output power is discussed.展开更多
Carbonyls play an important role in the atmospheric chemistry as the main precursor for reactive radicals and peroxyacetyl nitrate.However,little research has been conducted so far on the seasonal variations of carbon...Carbonyls play an important role in the atmospheric chemistry as the main precursor for reactive radicals and peroxyacetyl nitrate.However,little research has been conducted so far on the seasonal variations of carbonyls in China’s urban atmosphere.In this study,ambient carbonyls were 24-hourly observed in four seasons in Hangzhou,a mega-city in the Yangtze River Delta Region,China.The concentration of total carbonyls was the highest in summer(44.35μg/m^(3)),the second in winter(44.05μg/m^(3)),the third in spring(29.31μg/m^(3))and autumn(27.11μg/m^(3)).The most abundant species were found to be acetone in spring,summer,and winter,while formaldehyde in autumn.Rainfall can significantly reduce the concentrations of most ambient carbonyls,with the largest decrease observed in the wet precipitation events occurring in spring and summer,while acetone concentrations remained invariable due to its lower water solubility.Multiple linear regression analysis and carbonyls ratios indicated that anthropogenic emissions were the predominant sources of carbonyls,and atmospheric formaldehyde was mainly emitted from primary sources other than secondary sources.Vehicular exhaust was identified as the primary source of ambient carbonyls,particularly in winter,and its contribution reached 92.80%to formaldehyde.Additionally,photochemical reactions were closely associated with the secondary production of formaldehyde in summer.Carbonyls showed strong ozone formation potential in all four seasons.Based on the health risk assessment,the exposure to ambient carbonyls is harmful to outdoor pedestrians.The results could provide essential information and references for simulating regional air quality and analyzing ozone pollution,which is essential for improving air quality in the Yangtze River Delta region.展开更多
In coal mines,dynamic disasters such as rock bursts seriously threaten the safety of mining activities.Exploring the dynamic behaviors and disaster characteristics in the impact failure process of coal serves as the b...In coal mines,dynamic disasters such as rock bursts seriously threaten the safety of mining activities.Exploring the dynamic behaviors and disaster characteristics in the impact failure process of coal serves as the basis and prerequisite for monitoring and warning rock bursts.In this context,impact failure tests of coal were carried out under different axial static loads and impact velocities to analyze the dynamic behaviors and acoustic emission(AE)response characteristics of coal.The results show that the dynamic behaviors of coal under combined dynamic and static loads are significantly different from those under static loads,and the stress-strain curve displays double peaks without an obvious compaction stage.As the axial static load grows,the dynamic strength and peak strain both have a quadratic function with the axial static load.When the coal damage intensifies instantaneously,the AE count and energy parameters both witness pulse-like increases and reach their peak values.The damage effect of axial static loads on coal,though limited,has an extreme point.In contrast,the impact velocity can strengthen the response of AE signals and has linear function relationships with the peak values of AE count and energy.This plays a leading role in the damage to samples and sets a critical point for coal failure and fracture.Compared with the analysis results of stress and strain,the responses of AE signals are more accurate and reliable.Based on AE response characteristics,the damage evolution process of coal under the combined dynamic and static loads can be identified more accurately to reveal the moment corresponding to coal damage and the characteristics of coal failure.The research results are conducive to the further application of AE monitoring methods to early warning of rock burst disasters in coal mining sites.展开更多
Lithium-sulfur batteries(LSBs)represent a next-generation energy storage technology,but widespread applications are restricted by the shuttle of lithium polysulfides(LiPSs).The rational design of separators has been d...Lithium-sulfur batteries(LSBs)represent a next-generation energy storage technology,but widespread applications are restricted by the shuttle of lithium polysulfides(LiPSs).The rational design of separators has been demonstrated to be one of the most efficient and cost-effective strategies to curb the shuttle effect,and tremendous research progress has been achieved.The efficiency of a separator depends on its interaction with LiPSs,which is governed by the surface energy and binding strength.Despite several review works that have been reported to advance the separators,most of them primarily focus on active material innovation and construction.The most crucial issues of surface binding energy have not been systematically reviewed,limiting the precise design of efficient separators.In this review,fundamentals related to surface energy and binding interactions with LiPSs are comprehensively analyzed and discussed.With surface binding and energy main lines,the advancements in separator engineering strategies are elaborately summarized and discussed.Moreover,techniques for evaluating affinity to LiPSs are thoroughly analyzed to avoid any ambiguities in measurement.Based on the research context,valuable research directions are suggested to construct efficient separators.This work provides guidelines to regulate the surface binding and energy of separators for high-performance LSBs.展开更多
Conventional lightweight refractory materials with low bulk density and more pores suffer from harsh corrosion and erosion in actual applications.A type of lightweight Al_(2)O_(3)-MgAl_(2)O_(4)aggregates with a core-s...Conventional lightweight refractory materials with low bulk density and more pores suffer from harsh corrosion and erosion in actual applications.A type of lightweight Al_(2)O_(3)-MgAl_(2)O_(4)aggregates with a core-shell structure was synthesized at 1750℃using a rolling granulation method.Microstructural evolution and properties of the spherical aggregates were systematically studied.Scanning electron microscope and X-ray computed tomography results confirmed that a continuous and dense MgAl_(2)O_(4)spinel shell structure with a thickness of 200-300μm was formed on the surface.The corrosion results indicated that the corrosion index of the core-shell aggregates exhibited a 60%enhancement when compared to Al_(2)O_(3)spherical.Moreover,Al_(2)O_(3)-MgAl_(2)O_(4)refractory materials,which are based on the lightweight Al_(2)O_(3)-MgAl_(2)O_(4)spherical aggregates,possessed a higher temperature modulus of rupture of 9.19 MPa,and the retention rate of residual flexural strength reached 70%after thermal shock testing.The above results showed an improvement of 129.75 and 44.28%compared with pure Al_(2)O_(3)aggregate samples,respectively.In addition,the MgAl_(2)O_(4)spinel shell could trap the Mn,Fe elements from infiltrated slag and transfer into(Mg,Fe,Mn)Al_(2)O_(4)spinel,infiltrated CaO reacts with Sample Al_(2)O_(3)matrix to form a calcium hexaluminate(CA6)isolation layer,and the above two reasons enhance the corrosion resistance of the material.The corrosion mechanism was elaborated in detail.展开更多
Textbooks material is one of the important issues that are worthy to investigate in order to enrich student＇s engagement and interaction in EFL （English as a Foreign Language） classrooms. In this study, the author ...Textbooks material is one of the important issues that are worthy to investigate in order to enrich student＇s engagement and interaction in EFL （English as a Foreign Language） classrooms. In this study, the author argues that textbooks materials used in academic institutions may well take a significant part in generating an active environment in EEL classrooms. It is believed that more opportunities will be created for students to be more involved, active, and able to understand the content being addressed more effectively. Yet, by looking at the textbooks being utilised （at a university context where the author teaches）, one can notice that student＇s culture （Eastern） is to a large extent missing in these textbooks, most of these books instead represent dominantly ＂Western＂ culture namely American and British cultures. This can deafly be depicted by topics discussed, pictures, clothing, names, and many other issues portrayed in these textbooks. This study is an attempt to challenge and problematize such domination of Western cultures portrayed in the content of English textbooks used in academic institutions not merely within Saudi Arabia but also extended to other countries and nations in the world.展开更多
The leaching process of magnesiothermic self-propagating product generated during the multistage deep reduction process was investigated.The influence of magnesiothermic self-propagating product particle size,HCl solu...The leaching process of magnesiothermic self-propagating product generated during the multistage deep reduction process was investigated.The influence of magnesiothermic self-propagating product particle size,HCl solution concentration,and leaching solution temperature on the leaching behavior of elements Al and V was investigated.Results demonstrate that the leaching rate of Al and V is increased with the rise in leaching solution temperature,the increase in HCl solution concentration,and the enlargement of magnesiothermic self-propagating product particle size.The leaching processes of Al and V are consistent with the chemical reaction control model.When the magnesiothermic self-propagation product with D_(50) of 59.4μm is selected as the raw material,the leaching temperature is 40℃,and 1 mol/L HCl solution is employed,after leaching for 180 min,the leaching rates of Al and V are 24.8%and 12.6%,respectively.The acid-leached product exhibits a porous structure with a specific surface area of 3.5633 m^(2)/g.展开更多
Exosomes derived from hypoxic endometrial epithelial cells are pivotal in cellular communication and tissue repair,offering new perspectives on reproductive health.This manuscript highlights the study by Zhang et al,w...Exosomes derived from hypoxic endometrial epithelial cells are pivotal in cellular communication and tissue repair,offering new perspectives on reproductive health.This manuscript highlights the study by Zhang et al,which investigates the effects of miR-214-5p and miR-21-5p in hypoxic cell-derived exosomes on human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells.The study reveals that low levels of these microRNAs activate the signal transducer and activator of transcription 3 signaling pathway,enhancing human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cell migration and differentiation.These findings provide novel insights into therapeutic strategies for improving endometrial health and addressing infertility linked to thin endometrium.展开更多
The authors regret that the original publication of this paper did not include Jawad Fayaz as a co-author.After further discussions and a thorough review of the research contributions,it was agreed that his significan...The authors regret that the original publication of this paper did not include Jawad Fayaz as a co-author.After further discussions and a thorough review of the research contributions,it was agreed that his significant contributions to the foundational aspects of the research warranted recognition,and he has now been added as a co-author.展开更多
Hepatitis B virus infection remains a significant global health challenge,particularly in endemic regions like Vietnam.This article examines the groundbreaking study by Nguyen et al,which investigates the relationship...Hepatitis B virus infection remains a significant global health challenge,particularly in endemic regions like Vietnam.This article examines the groundbreaking study by Nguyen et al,which investigates the relationship between human leukocyte antigen-DP/DQ polymorphisms and hepatitis B virus-related liver disease progression.Through advanced multi-clustering analysis,the study reveals that the A-A-A haplotype(rs2856718-rs3077-rs9277535)provides protection against disease progression,while the G-G-G haplotype correlates with increased hepatocellular carcinoma susceptibility.The integration of machine learning approaches with genetic data offers promising avenues for refined disease prediction and personalized therapeutic strategies.This article discusses the implications for expanding study populations,implementing longitudinal cohort studies,and leveraging artificial intelligence for improved patient outcomes.展开更多
Objective:This study aimed to explore the strategies used by acute care hospitals in implementing a national standard for comprehensive care.Methods:A qualitative descriptive study was conducted with 28 care professio...Objective:This study aimed to explore the strategies used by acute care hospitals in implementing a national standard for comprehensive care.Methods:A qualitative descriptive study was conducted with 28 care professionals(20 nurses,two doctors,and six allied health professionals)recruited from a broad range of Australian acute care hospitals.Data were collected using semi-structured interviews from March to August 2023.The interviews were audio-recorded,transcribed,and thematically analyzed.Results:Strategies for implementing the Comprehensive Care Standard(CCS)vary,even within a health service organization.We identifiedstrategies hospitals used regarding the implementation team and plan,communication,education and training,documentation system,patient care plan,networking,incentives and pressure,feedback,and reflectingand evaluating.Conclusions:This interview study sheds light on the various strategies adopted by hospitals in implementing the CCS,providing a practical foundation to inform implementation efforts both within Australia and internationally.展开更多
Designing catalysts with high reaction efficiency is essential for reducing heavy metal Cr(VI)ions in wastewater via microwave induction.In this paper,a unique microwave-responsive lychee-like Ni/C/ZnFe_(2)O_(4) compo...Designing catalysts with high reaction efficiency is essential for reducing heavy metal Cr(VI)ions in wastewater via microwave induction.In this paper,a unique microwave-responsive lychee-like Ni/C/ZnFe_(2)O_(4) composite catalyst with a double-shell hollow porous heterojunction structure was constructed for the efficient reduction of Cr(VI).Benefiting from the novel hollow porous structure and“carbon nanocage”structure of the Ni/C/ZnFe_(2)O_(4),coupled with excellent electromagnetic wave absorption ability,the prepared lychee-like Ni/C/ZnFe_(2)O_(4) com-posite catalyst could remove up to 98%of Cr(VI)(50 mg L 1,50 mL)after 40 min of microwave irradiation,even in nearly neutral water conditions.Additionally,density functional theory calculations indicated that the heterojunction interface between Ni/C and ZnFe_(2)O_(4) enhances electron transfer from ZnFe_(2)O_(4) to Ni/C,ultimately facilitating the removal of Cr(VI).Furthermore,the incorporation of Ni/C facilitated the 2 acceleration of H ion transfer to*Cr_(2)O_(7),thereby expediting the conversion kinetics of the latter.This research aims to establish a theoretical and experimental foundation for the effective and stable microwave-assisted catalytic reduction of heavy metal Cr(VI)ions,presenting new insights and methods to combat heavy metal contamination.展开更多
This article comments on the study by Peng et al,published in the World Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery,representing a notable advancement in hepatobiliary surgery.This article examines laparoscopic anatomical seg...This article comments on the study by Peng et al,published in the World Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery,representing a notable advancement in hepatobiliary surgery.This article examines laparoscopic anatomical segment VIII resection,a challenging procedure due to the complex liver anatomy and difficulty in accessing deep-seated lesions.Peng and colleagues’experience with caudal and cranial approaches in 34 patients underscores the feasibility of these techniques while sparking debates about the optimal approach.Their study’s strengths lie in technique standardization and comprehensive analysis,although its limitations highlight the need for further research.As minimally invasive liver surgery progresses,larger,prospective trials and integration of advanced technologies are essential for establishing best practices.展开更多
We evaluated the performance of OpenFOAMGPT(GPT for generative pretrained transformers),which includes rating multiple large-language models.Some of the present models efficiently manage different computational fluid ...We evaluated the performance of OpenFOAMGPT(GPT for generative pretrained transformers),which includes rating multiple large-language models.Some of the present models efficiently manage different computational fluid dynamics(CFD)tasks,such as adjusting boundary conditions,turbulence models,and solver configurations,although their token cost and stability vary.Locally deployed smaller models such as the QwQ-32B(Q4 KM quantized model)struggled with generating valid solver files for complex processes.Zero-shot prompts commonly fail in simulations with intricate settings,even for large models.Challenges with boundary conditions and solver keywords stress the need for expert supervision,indicating that further development is needed to fully automate specialized CFD simulations.展开更多
Spiking neural networks(SNN)represent a paradigm shift toward discrete,event-driven neural computation that mirrors biological brain mechanisms.This survey systematically examines current SNN research,focusing on trai...Spiking neural networks(SNN)represent a paradigm shift toward discrete,event-driven neural computation that mirrors biological brain mechanisms.This survey systematically examines current SNN research,focusing on training methodologies,hardware implementations,and practical applications.We analyze four major training paradigms:ANN-to-SNN conversion,direct gradient-based training,spike-timing-dependent plasticity(STDP),and hybrid approaches.Our review encompasses major specialized hardware platforms:Intel Loihi,IBM TrueNorth,SpiNNaker,and BrainScaleS,analyzing their capabilities and constraints.We survey applications spanning computer vision,robotics,edge computing,and brain-computer interfaces,identifying where SNN provide compelling advantages.Our comparative analysis reveals SNN offer significant energy efficiency improvements(1000-10000×reduction)and natural temporal processing,while facing challenges in scalability and training complexity.We identify critical research directions including improved gradient estimation,standardized benchmarking protocols,and hardware-software co-design approaches.This survey provides researchers and practitioners with a comprehensive understanding of current SNN capabilities,limitations,and future prospects.展开更多
This paper presented a novel and environmentally friendly approach for recovering platinum group metals(PGMs)from spent automotive exhaust catalysts.The study employed lead slag and waste graphite electrodes as raw ma...This paper presented a novel and environmentally friendly approach for recovering platinum group metals(PGMs)from spent automotive exhaust catalysts.The study employed lead slag and waste graphite electrodes as raw materials,incorporating CaO as an additive to fine-tune the slag's viscosity and density.By reducing FeO in the lead slag using waste graphite electrodes,pure Fe was obtained,effectively trapping the PGMs from the exhausted catalysts.The study explored the effects of reductant addition,trapping duration,slag basicity,and trapping temperature on the recovery rate of PGMs.The results indicated that a maximum recovery rate of 97.86%was achieved when the reductant was added at 1.5 times the theoretical amount,with a trapping duration of 60 minutes,a slag basicity of 0.7,and a trapping temperature of 1600℃.This research offered a greener pathway for the recovery of PGMs from spent automotive exhaust catalysts.展开更多
The Yangtze River Valley(YRV) of China experienced record-breaking heatwaves in July and August 2022. The characteristics, causes, and impacts of this extreme event have been widely explored, but its seasonal predicta...The Yangtze River Valley(YRV) of China experienced record-breaking heatwaves in July and August 2022. The characteristics, causes, and impacts of this extreme event have been widely explored, but its seasonal predictability remains elusive. This study assessed the real-time one-month-lead prediction skill of the summer 2022 YRV heatwaves using 12operational seasonal forecast systems. Results indicate that most individual forecast systems and their multi-model ensemble(MME) mean exhibited limited skill in predicting the 2022 YRV heatwaves. Notably, after the removal of the linear trend, the predicted 2-m air temperature anomalies were generally negative in the YRV, except for the Met Office Glo Sea6 system, which captured a moderate warm anomaly. While the models successfully simulated the influence of La Ni?a on the East Asian–western North Pacific atmospheric circulation and associated YRV temperature anomalies, only Glo Sea6 reasonably captured the observed relationship between the YRV heatwaves and an atmospheric teleconnection extending from the North Atlantic to the Eurasian mid-to-high latitudes. Such an atmospheric teleconnection plays a crucial role in intensifying the YRV heatwaves. In contrast, other seasonal forecast systems and the MME predicted a distinctly different atmospheric circulation pattern, particularly over the Eurasian mid-to-high latitudes, and failed to reproduce the observed relationship between the YRV heatwaves and Eurasian mid-to-high latitude atmospheric circulation anomalies.These findings underscore the importance of accurately representing the Eurasian mid-to-high latitude atmospheric teleconnection for successful YRV heatwave prediction.展开更多
Data-flow errors are prevalent in cyber-physical systems(CPS).Although various approaches based on business process modeling notation(BPMN)have been devised for CPS modeling,the absence of formal specifications compli...Data-flow errors are prevalent in cyber-physical systems(CPS).Although various approaches based on business process modeling notation(BPMN)have been devised for CPS modeling,the absence of formal specifications complicates the verification of data-flow.Formal techniques such as Petri nets are popularly used for identifying data-flow errors.However,due to their interleaving semantics,they suffer from the state-space explosion problem.As an unfolding method for Petri nets,the merged process(MP)technique can well represent concurrency relationships and thus be used to address this issue.Yet generating MP is complex and incurs substantial overhead.By designing and applyingα-deletion rules for Petri nets with data(PNDs),this work simplifies MP,thus resulting in simplified MP(SMP)that is then used to identify data-flow errors.Our approach involves converting a BPMN into a PND and then constructing its SMP.The algorithms are developed to identify data-flow errors,e.g.,redundantdata and lost-data ones.The proposed method enhances the efficiency and effectiveness of identifying data-flow errors in CPS.It is expected to prevent the problems caused by data-flow errors,e.g.,medical malpractice and economic loss in some practical CPS.Its practicality and efficiency of the proposed method through several CPS.Its significant advantages over the state of the art are demonstrated.展开更多
基金supported by the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under grant agreement No.101037424.
文摘Enhancing the resilience of critical infrastructure(CI)systems has become a focal point of national and inter-national policies.However,the formulation of resilience enhancement strategies often requires component-(i.e.asset-)level prioritization,which entails many complexities.Acknowledging the complex and interdependent nature of infrastructure systems,this paper aims to aid researchers,practitioners and policy-makers by pre-senting a review of the relative literature and current state-of-the-art,and by identifying future research op-portunities to improve the applicability and operationalizability of CI component identification and prioritization methods.Theoretical and practical applications are reviewed for definitions,analysis and modelling approaches regarding the resilience of interdependent infrastructure systems.A detailed review of infrastructure criticality definitions,component criticality assessment and prioritization frameworks,from scientific,policy and other documents,is presented.A discussion on social justice and equity dimensions therein is included,which have the potential to greatly influence decisions and should always be incorporated in infrastructure planning and in-vestment discussions.The findings of this review are discussed in terms of applicability and operationalizability.Key recommendations for future research include:(i)developing quantification frameworks for CI component criticality based on formal definitions and multiple criteria,(ii)incorporating the entire resilience cycle of CI in component prioritization,(iii)accounting for the socio-technical nature of CI systems by integrating social di-mensions and their wider operating environment and(iv)developing comprehensive model validation,cali-bration and uncertainty analysis frameworks.
基金funded by King Abdullah City for Atomic and Renewable Energy(KACARE),grant number“PC-2020-1”.
文摘High-concentration photovoltaic(HCPV)systems present significant thermal management challenges due to the intense heat fluxes generated under concentrated solar irradiation,especially in arid environments.Effective heat dissipation is critical to prevent performance degradation and structural failure.This study investigates the thermal performance and design optimization of an enhanced HCPV module,integrating numerical,analytical,and experimental methods.A coupled optical-thermal-electrical model was developed to simulate ray tracing,heat transfer,and temperature-dependent electrical behaviour,with predictions validated under real-world desert conditions.Compared to a baseline commercial module operating at 106℃,the optimized design achieved a peak temperature reduction of 16℃,lowering the cell temperature to 90℃under a concentration ratio of 961×and direct normal irradiance(DNI)of 950 W/m^(2).The total thermal resistance was reduced from 0.25 to 0.15 K/W(a 40%improvement),and the electrical efficiency increased from 37.5%to 38.6%,representing a relative gain of approximately 3.1%.The system consistently maintained a fill factor exceeding 78%,underscoring stable performance under high thermal load.These findings demonstrate that targeted thermal design,informed by integrated modeling,is essential for unlocking the reliability and efficiency of high-flux solar energy systems.
基金Project supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.12002089)the Science and Technology Projects in Guangzhou(Grant No.2023A04J1323)UKRI Horizon Europe Guarantee(Marie SklodowskaCurie Fellowship)(Grant No.EP/Y016130/1)。
文摘Energy-regenerative suspension combined with piezoelectric and electromagnetic transduction has evolved into a core technological pathway in advancing automotive design paradigms.With the aim of improving energy harvesting performance,time-delayed feedback control is widely used in an energy-regenerative suspension system under different external disturbances in this paper.Meanwhile,limited research has addressed the stochastic dynamics of time-delayed nonlinear energy-regenerative suspension systems.Different from previous studies,this work studies the stochastic response and P-bifurcation of the nonlinear energy-regenerative suspension system with time-delayed feedback control.Firstly,an approximately equivalent dimension reduction system is established by the variable transformation method,and then the stationary probability density function of amplitude is obtained by the stochastic averaging method.Secondly,the precision of the method used in this work is verified by comparing the numerical solutions with the analytical results.Finally,based on the stationary probability density function,the influence of system parameters on stochastic P-bifurcation and the mean output power is discussed.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Founda-tion of China(Nos.42327806 and 52370108)Zhejiang Provincial Leading Project for Leading Geese Plan(No.2025C03073).
文摘Carbonyls play an important role in the atmospheric chemistry as the main precursor for reactive radicals and peroxyacetyl nitrate.However,little research has been conducted so far on the seasonal variations of carbonyls in China’s urban atmosphere.In this study,ambient carbonyls were 24-hourly observed in four seasons in Hangzhou,a mega-city in the Yangtze River Delta Region,China.The concentration of total carbonyls was the highest in summer(44.35μg/m^(3)),the second in winter(44.05μg/m^(3)),the third in spring(29.31μg/m^(3))and autumn(27.11μg/m^(3)).The most abundant species were found to be acetone in spring,summer,and winter,while formaldehyde in autumn.Rainfall can significantly reduce the concentrations of most ambient carbonyls,with the largest decrease observed in the wet precipitation events occurring in spring and summer,while acetone concentrations remained invariable due to its lower water solubility.Multiple linear regression analysis and carbonyls ratios indicated that anthropogenic emissions were the predominant sources of carbonyls,and atmospheric formaldehyde was mainly emitted from primary sources other than secondary sources.Vehicular exhaust was identified as the primary source of ambient carbonyls,particularly in winter,and its contribution reached 92.80%to formaldehyde.Additionally,photochemical reactions were closely associated with the secondary production of formaldehyde in summer.Carbonyls showed strong ozone formation potential in all four seasons.Based on the health risk assessment,the exposure to ambient carbonyls is harmful to outdoor pedestrians.The results could provide essential information and references for simulating regional air quality and analyzing ozone pollution,which is essential for improving air quality in the Yangtze River Delta region.
基金Open Fund of State Key Laboratory of Coal Mine Disaster Dynamics and Control,Grant/Award Number:2011DA105287-FW202306Postgraduate Research&Practice Innovation Program of Jiangsu Province,Grant/Award Number:KYCX24_2925+4 种基金Fundamental Research Program of Xuzhou,Grant/Award Number:KC23017National Natural Science Foundation of China,Grant/Award Number:52104234Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities,Grant/Award Number:2024-10962National Science Foundation for Young Scientists of Jiangsu Province,Grant/Award Number:BK20200657Graduate Innovation Program of China University of Mining and Technology,Grant/Award Number:2024WLKXJ152。
文摘In coal mines,dynamic disasters such as rock bursts seriously threaten the safety of mining activities.Exploring the dynamic behaviors and disaster characteristics in the impact failure process of coal serves as the basis and prerequisite for monitoring and warning rock bursts.In this context,impact failure tests of coal were carried out under different axial static loads and impact velocities to analyze the dynamic behaviors and acoustic emission(AE)response characteristics of coal.The results show that the dynamic behaviors of coal under combined dynamic and static loads are significantly different from those under static loads,and the stress-strain curve displays double peaks without an obvious compaction stage.As the axial static load grows,the dynamic strength and peak strain both have a quadratic function with the axial static load.When the coal damage intensifies instantaneously,the AE count and energy parameters both witness pulse-like increases and reach their peak values.The damage effect of axial static loads on coal,though limited,has an extreme point.In contrast,the impact velocity can strengthen the response of AE signals and has linear function relationships with the peak values of AE count and energy.This plays a leading role in the damage to samples and sets a critical point for coal failure and fracture.Compared with the analysis results of stress and strain,the responses of AE signals are more accurate and reliable.Based on AE response characteristics,the damage evolution process of coal under the combined dynamic and static loads can be identified more accurately to reveal the moment corresponding to coal damage and the characteristics of coal failure.The research results are conducive to the further application of AE monitoring methods to early warning of rock burst disasters in coal mining sites.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (52172228)the Natural Science Foundation of Fujian Province (2024J01475 and 2023J05127)
文摘Lithium-sulfur batteries(LSBs)represent a next-generation energy storage technology,but widespread applications are restricted by the shuttle of lithium polysulfides(LiPSs).The rational design of separators has been demonstrated to be one of the most efficient and cost-effective strategies to curb the shuttle effect,and tremendous research progress has been achieved.The efficiency of a separator depends on its interaction with LiPSs,which is governed by the surface energy and binding strength.Despite several review works that have been reported to advance the separators,most of them primarily focus on active material innovation and construction.The most crucial issues of surface binding energy have not been systematically reviewed,limiting the precise design of efficient separators.In this review,fundamentals related to surface energy and binding interactions with LiPSs are comprehensively analyzed and discussed.With surface binding and energy main lines,the advancements in separator engineering strategies are elaborately summarized and discussed.Moreover,techniques for evaluating affinity to LiPSs are thoroughly analyzed to avoid any ambiguities in measurement.Based on the research context,valuable research directions are suggested to construct efficient separators.This work provides guidelines to regulate the surface binding and energy of separators for high-performance LSBs.
基金funded by the Key Project of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.U21A2058)Research Project of Hubei Provincial Department of Science and Technology(2024CSA075)support from the Taizhou Fengcheng Talent Program(2024).
文摘Conventional lightweight refractory materials with low bulk density and more pores suffer from harsh corrosion and erosion in actual applications.A type of lightweight Al_(2)O_(3)-MgAl_(2)O_(4)aggregates with a core-shell structure was synthesized at 1750℃using a rolling granulation method.Microstructural evolution and properties of the spherical aggregates were systematically studied.Scanning electron microscope and X-ray computed tomography results confirmed that a continuous and dense MgAl_(2)O_(4)spinel shell structure with a thickness of 200-300μm was formed on the surface.The corrosion results indicated that the corrosion index of the core-shell aggregates exhibited a 60%enhancement when compared to Al_(2)O_(3)spherical.Moreover,Al_(2)O_(3)-MgAl_(2)O_(4)refractory materials,which are based on the lightweight Al_(2)O_(3)-MgAl_(2)O_(4)spherical aggregates,possessed a higher temperature modulus of rupture of 9.19 MPa,and the retention rate of residual flexural strength reached 70%after thermal shock testing.The above results showed an improvement of 129.75 and 44.28%compared with pure Al_(2)O_(3)aggregate samples,respectively.In addition,the MgAl_(2)O_(4)spinel shell could trap the Mn,Fe elements from infiltrated slag and transfer into(Mg,Fe,Mn)Al_(2)O_(4)spinel,infiltrated CaO reacts with Sample Al_(2)O_(3)matrix to form a calcium hexaluminate(CA6)isolation layer,and the above two reasons enhance the corrosion resistance of the material.The corrosion mechanism was elaborated in detail.
文摘Textbooks material is one of the important issues that are worthy to investigate in order to enrich student＇s engagement and interaction in EFL （English as a Foreign Language） classrooms. In this study, the author argues that textbooks materials used in academic institutions may well take a significant part in generating an active environment in EEL classrooms. It is believed that more opportunities will be created for students to be more involved, active, and able to understand the content being addressed more effectively. Yet, by looking at the textbooks being utilised （at a university context where the author teaches）, one can notice that student＇s culture （Eastern） is to a large extent missing in these textbooks, most of these books instead represent dominantly ＂Western＂ culture namely American and British cultures. This can deafly be depicted by topics discussed, pictures, clothing, names, and many other issues portrayed in these textbooks. This study is an attempt to challenge and problematize such domination of Western cultures portrayed in the content of English textbooks used in academic institutions not merely within Saudi Arabia but also extended to other countries and nations in the world.
基金Scientific and Technological Project of Nanyang(23KJGG017)Key Specialized Research&Development and Promotion Project(Scientific and Technological Project)of Henan Province(232102221022)+1 种基金College Students and Technology Innovation Fund Project of Nanyang Institute of Technology(2023139)Project of Doctoral Scientific Research Startup Fund of Nanyang Institute of Technology(NGBJ-2023-25)。
文摘The leaching process of magnesiothermic self-propagating product generated during the multistage deep reduction process was investigated.The influence of magnesiothermic self-propagating product particle size,HCl solution concentration,and leaching solution temperature on the leaching behavior of elements Al and V was investigated.Results demonstrate that the leaching rate of Al and V is increased with the rise in leaching solution temperature,the increase in HCl solution concentration,and the enlargement of magnesiothermic self-propagating product particle size.The leaching processes of Al and V are consistent with the chemical reaction control model.When the magnesiothermic self-propagation product with D_(50) of 59.4μm is selected as the raw material,the leaching temperature is 40℃,and 1 mol/L HCl solution is employed,after leaching for 180 min,the leaching rates of Al and V are 24.8%and 12.6%,respectively.The acid-leached product exhibits a porous structure with a specific surface area of 3.5633 m^(2)/g.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.82170406 and No.81970238the Royal Society United Kingdom,No.IEC\NSFC\201094.
文摘Exosomes derived from hypoxic endometrial epithelial cells are pivotal in cellular communication and tissue repair,offering new perspectives on reproductive health.This manuscript highlights the study by Zhang et al,which investigates the effects of miR-214-5p and miR-21-5p in hypoxic cell-derived exosomes on human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells.The study reveals that low levels of these microRNAs activate the signal transducer and activator of transcription 3 signaling pathway,enhancing human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cell migration and differentiation.These findings provide novel insights into therapeutic strategies for improving endometrial health and addressing infertility linked to thin endometrium.
文摘The authors regret that the original publication of this paper did not include Jawad Fayaz as a co-author.After further discussions and a thorough review of the research contributions,it was agreed that his significant contributions to the foundational aspects of the research warranted recognition,and he has now been added as a co-author.
基金Supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.82170406 and No.81970238.
文摘Hepatitis B virus infection remains a significant global health challenge,particularly in endemic regions like Vietnam.This article examines the groundbreaking study by Nguyen et al,which investigates the relationship between human leukocyte antigen-DP/DQ polymorphisms and hepatitis B virus-related liver disease progression.Through advanced multi-clustering analysis,the study reveals that the A-A-A haplotype(rs2856718-rs3077-rs9277535)provides protection against disease progression,while the G-G-G haplotype correlates with increased hepatocellular carcinoma susceptibility.The integration of machine learning approaches with genetic data offers promising avenues for refined disease prediction and personalized therapeutic strategies.This article discusses the implications for expanding study populations,implementing longitudinal cohort studies,and leveraging artificial intelligence for improved patient outcomes.
基金supported by an Australian Government Research Training Program Scholarshippart of the project“Improving quality of care for people with dementia in the acute care setting(eQC)”which is funded by the National Health and Medical Research Council of the Australian Government(No.APP1140459)。
文摘Objective:This study aimed to explore the strategies used by acute care hospitals in implementing a national standard for comprehensive care.Methods:A qualitative descriptive study was conducted with 28 care professionals(20 nurses,two doctors,and six allied health professionals)recruited from a broad range of Australian acute care hospitals.Data were collected using semi-structured interviews from March to August 2023.The interviews were audio-recorded,transcribed,and thematically analyzed.Results:Strategies for implementing the Comprehensive Care Standard(CCS)vary,even within a health service organization.We identifiedstrategies hospitals used regarding the implementation team and plan,communication,education and training,documentation system,patient care plan,networking,incentives and pressure,feedback,and reflectingand evaluating.Conclusions:This interview study sheds light on the various strategies adopted by hospitals in implementing the CCS,providing a practical foundation to inform implementation efforts both within Australia and internationally.
基金financially supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52272021,52232002 and U23A20559)Natural Science Foundation of Wuhan(2024040701010051)+1 种基金Program for Innovative Teams of Outstanding Young and Middle-aged Researchers in the Higher Education Institutions of Hubei Province(T201602)The work was supported by the Open Fund of the Key Laboratory of Mineral Metallurgical Resources Utilization and Pollution Control,Ministry of Ecology and Environment of the People's Republic of China(No.HB202402)。
文摘Designing catalysts with high reaction efficiency is essential for reducing heavy metal Cr(VI)ions in wastewater via microwave induction.In this paper,a unique microwave-responsive lychee-like Ni/C/ZnFe_(2)O_(4) composite catalyst with a double-shell hollow porous heterojunction structure was constructed for the efficient reduction of Cr(VI).Benefiting from the novel hollow porous structure and“carbon nanocage”structure of the Ni/C/ZnFe_(2)O_(4),coupled with excellent electromagnetic wave absorption ability,the prepared lychee-like Ni/C/ZnFe_(2)O_(4) com-posite catalyst could remove up to 98%of Cr(VI)(50 mg L 1,50 mL)after 40 min of microwave irradiation,even in nearly neutral water conditions.Additionally,density functional theory calculations indicated that the heterojunction interface between Ni/C and ZnFe_(2)O_(4) enhances electron transfer from ZnFe_(2)O_(4) to Ni/C,ultimately facilitating the removal of Cr(VI).Furthermore,the incorporation of Ni/C facilitated the 2 acceleration of H ion transfer to*Cr_(2)O_(7),thereby expediting the conversion kinetics of the latter.This research aims to establish a theoretical and experimental foundation for the effective and stable microwave-assisted catalytic reduction of heavy metal Cr(VI)ions,presenting new insights and methods to combat heavy metal contamination.
基金Supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.82170406 and No.81970238.
文摘This article comments on the study by Peng et al,published in the World Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery,representing a notable advancement in hepatobiliary surgery.This article examines laparoscopic anatomical segment VIII resection,a challenging procedure due to the complex liver anatomy and difficulty in accessing deep-seated lesions.Peng and colleagues’experience with caudal and cranial approaches in 34 patients underscores the feasibility of these techniques while sparking debates about the optimal approach.Their study’s strengths lie in technique standardization and comprehensive analysis,although its limitations highlight the need for further research.As minimally invasive liver surgery progresses,larger,prospective trials and integration of advanced technologies are essential for establishing best practices.
基金supported by the Royal Society(Grant No.RG\R1\251236)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities of China(Grant No.JKF-2025055317102).
文摘We evaluated the performance of OpenFOAMGPT(GPT for generative pretrained transformers),which includes rating multiple large-language models.Some of the present models efficiently manage different computational fluid dynamics(CFD)tasks,such as adjusting boundary conditions,turbulence models,and solver configurations,although their token cost and stability vary.Locally deployed smaller models such as the QwQ-32B(Q4 KM quantized model)struggled with generating valid solver files for complex processes.Zero-shot prompts commonly fail in simulations with intricate settings,even for large models.Challenges with boundary conditions and solver keywords stress the need for expert supervision,indicating that further development is needed to fully automate specialized CFD simulations.
文摘Spiking neural networks(SNN)represent a paradigm shift toward discrete,event-driven neural computation that mirrors biological brain mechanisms.This survey systematically examines current SNN research,focusing on training methodologies,hardware implementations,and practical applications.We analyze four major training paradigms:ANN-to-SNN conversion,direct gradient-based training,spike-timing-dependent plasticity(STDP),and hybrid approaches.Our review encompasses major specialized hardware platforms:Intel Loihi,IBM TrueNorth,SpiNNaker,and BrainScaleS,analyzing their capabilities and constraints.We survey applications spanning computer vision,robotics,edge computing,and brain-computer interfaces,identifying where SNN provide compelling advantages.Our comparative analysis reveals SNN offer significant energy efficiency improvements(1000-10000×reduction)and natural temporal processing,while facing challenges in scalability and training complexity.We identify critical research directions including improved gradient estimation,standardized benchmarking protocols,and hardware-software co-design approaches.This survey provides researchers and practitioners with a comprehensive understanding of current SNN capabilities,limitations,and future prospects.
基金Funded by the Natural Science Foundation of Henan(No.252300421563)the Key Research Projects of Henan Provincial Colleges and Universities(No.25B450001)+3 种基金the Basic and Frontier Research Project of Nanyang(No.24JCQY032)National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52201044)the Key Specialized Research&Development and Promotion Project(Scientific and Technological Project)of Henan Province(No.232102221022)the Basic and Frontier Technology Research Project of Nanyang(No.23JCQY1001)。
文摘This paper presented a novel and environmentally friendly approach for recovering platinum group metals(PGMs)from spent automotive exhaust catalysts.The study employed lead slag and waste graphite electrodes as raw materials,incorporating CaO as an additive to fine-tune the slag's viscosity and density.By reducing FeO in the lead slag using waste graphite electrodes,pure Fe was obtained,effectively trapping the PGMs from the exhausted catalysts.The study explored the effects of reductant addition,trapping duration,slag basicity,and trapping temperature on the recovery rate of PGMs.The results indicated that a maximum recovery rate of 97.86%was achieved when the reductant was added at 1.5 times the theoretical amount,with a trapping duration of 60 minutes,a slag basicity of 0.7,and a trapping temperature of 1600℃.This research offered a greener pathway for the recovery of PGMs from spent automotive exhaust catalysts.
基金jointly supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China (2023YFC3007503)the Joint Research Project for Meteorological Capacity Improvement (22NLTSZ002)+4 种基金the National Natural Science Foundations of China (Grant Nos.42375064, 41975102, 41730964, 42175047)the China Meteorological Administration Key Innovation Team for Climate Prediction (CMA2023ZD03)the Met Office Climate Science for Service Partnership (CSSP) China project under the International Science Partnerships Fund (ISPF)the Special Project of Innovation and Development of China Meteorological Administration (CXFZ2024J004)the China Yangtze Power Co.,Ltd.Research Project (Grant No.2423020054)。
文摘The Yangtze River Valley(YRV) of China experienced record-breaking heatwaves in July and August 2022. The characteristics, causes, and impacts of this extreme event have been widely explored, but its seasonal predictability remains elusive. This study assessed the real-time one-month-lead prediction skill of the summer 2022 YRV heatwaves using 12operational seasonal forecast systems. Results indicate that most individual forecast systems and their multi-model ensemble(MME) mean exhibited limited skill in predicting the 2022 YRV heatwaves. Notably, after the removal of the linear trend, the predicted 2-m air temperature anomalies were generally negative in the YRV, except for the Met Office Glo Sea6 system, which captured a moderate warm anomaly. While the models successfully simulated the influence of La Ni?a on the East Asian–western North Pacific atmospheric circulation and associated YRV temperature anomalies, only Glo Sea6 reasonably captured the observed relationship between the YRV heatwaves and an atmospheric teleconnection extending from the North Atlantic to the Eurasian mid-to-high latitudes. Such an atmospheric teleconnection plays a crucial role in intensifying the YRV heatwaves. In contrast, other seasonal forecast systems and the MME predicted a distinctly different atmospheric circulation pattern, particularly over the Eurasian mid-to-high latitudes, and failed to reproduce the observed relationship between the YRV heatwaves and Eurasian mid-to-high latitude atmospheric circulation anomalies.These findings underscore the importance of accurately representing the Eurasian mid-to-high latitude atmospheric teleconnection for successful YRV heatwave prediction.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(62402415)in part by the Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province of China(ZR2024MF129)in part by State Key Laboratory of Massive Personalized Customization System and Technology(No.H&C-MPC-2023-02-03).
文摘Data-flow errors are prevalent in cyber-physical systems(CPS).Although various approaches based on business process modeling notation(BPMN)have been devised for CPS modeling,the absence of formal specifications complicates the verification of data-flow.Formal techniques such as Petri nets are popularly used for identifying data-flow errors.However,due to their interleaving semantics,they suffer from the state-space explosion problem.As an unfolding method for Petri nets,the merged process(MP)technique can well represent concurrency relationships and thus be used to address this issue.Yet generating MP is complex and incurs substantial overhead.By designing and applyingα-deletion rules for Petri nets with data(PNDs),this work simplifies MP,thus resulting in simplified MP(SMP)that is then used to identify data-flow errors.Our approach involves converting a BPMN into a PND and then constructing its SMP.The algorithms are developed to identify data-flow errors,e.g.,redundantdata and lost-data ones.The proposed method enhances the efficiency and effectiveness of identifying data-flow errors in CPS.It is expected to prevent the problems caused by data-flow errors,e.g.,medical malpractice and economic loss in some practical CPS.Its practicality and efficiency of the proposed method through several CPS.Its significant advantages over the state of the art are demonstrated.
