Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Hongqiang Yan, Huaqing Wang, Zhengping Fang
Summary: The PEI/APP flame retardant coatings constructed on ramie fabric treated by plasma pretreatment exhibited good flame retardancy and high fire safety, while maintaining good appearance and mechanical properties. Plasma pretreatment also contributed to improving the durability to washing of the coated ramie fabric.
JOURNAL OF NATURAL FIBERS
(2022)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Xu-Chen Jiang, Ping Li, Yun Liu, Yuan-Wei Yan, Ping Zhu
Summary: In this study, ammonium polyphosphate (APP) was coated on the surface of ramie fabrics (RFs) to obtain flame-retardant RF reinforced epoxy resin composites. The flameretardant composites achieved a limiting oxygen index of 33.8% and UL-94 V-0 rating when the weight gain rate of APP in RFs was about 20%. Additionally, the flame-retardant composites showed reduced peak heat release rate, total heat release values, and smoke production. However, the presence of APP had a negative effect on the internal compatibility and mechanical properties of the composites.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wenhua Cheng, Yan Zhang, Youji Tao, Jingyi Lu, Jiajia Liu, Bibo Wang, Lei Song, Ganxin Jie, Yuan Hu
Summary: In this study, durable EMI shielding ramie fabric with flame retardant and self-healing properties was fabricated by depositing different layers of materials to improve the fabric's fire safety behavior and electromagnetic shielding performance, achieving multifunctional capabilities.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Xiao-Hui Shi, Qing-Yun Liu, Xue-Lin Li, An-Ke Du, Jia-Wei Niu, Ying-Ming Li, Zhi Li, Min Wang, De-Yi Wang
Summary: This study successfully developed an effective multilayer coating by assembling phosphorylated polyethyleneimine (P-PEI) and hydrophobic modified ammonium polyphosphate (MAPP) on the surface of cotton fabric, resulting in high flame retardancy and desirable hydrophobicity. The coated cotton fabric exhibited self-extinguishing behavior in vertical burning tests and showed a significant decrease in heat release and fire growth rate index. The multilayer coating contributed to flame retardant activities in both condensed- and gas-phase, forming thermally stable char residues and inhibiting the release of flammable gases.
POLYMER DEGRADATION AND STABILITY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Huihui Wang, Cheng Hao, Tong Shu, Pandeng Li, Tianyi Yu, Longjiang Yu, Ning Yan
Summary: A versatile Janus ramie fabric with unidirectional liquid transport (ULT), flame retardancy, and moisture-wicking features was fabricated using a simple and sustainable method. The fabric exhibited excellent oil/water separation performance, mechanical abrasion and chemical resistance, self-extinguishing ability, and low heat release rate. This Janus ramie fabric has great potential for various practical applications.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Huaqing Wang, Hongqiang Yan, Zhengping Fang
Summary: By using LbL assembly and LTP pretreatment, the PEI/APP coating significantly improves the flame retardancy and safety of ramie fabric, achieving self-extinguishing effect and better barrier performance.
FIRE AND MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Shan Gao, Hongqiang Li, Hang Guan, Longzhu Zheng, Xuejun Lai, Wanjuan Chen, Xingrong Zeng
Summary: A new method to fabricate multifunctional cotton fabrics with superhydrophobicity, flame-retardancy and electrical conductivity was reported in this study, using layer-by-layer assembly and spray-coating techniques. The obtained cotton fabric exhibited high water contact angle, excellent surface stability, good thermal stability, outstanding flame-retardant performance, and stable resistance signal for pressure sensing applications. These findings offer a new methodology for practical applications in wearable devices and flexible electronics.
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Yanan Ma, Xiaolei Luo, Lin Liu, Cong Zhang, Xiaolei Shang, Juming Yao
Summary: By feasible chemical grafting of phytic acid (PA), eco-friendly and efficient fireproof cotton fabrics were prepared, exhibiting excellent thermal stability and flame resistance with outstanding washing durability. Tests showed self-extinguishing behavior and reduced smoke production of the treated cotton fabrics, indicating significantly improved flame retardancy.
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Ying Pan, Qianyong Liang, Jia Du, Huaiwei Zhang, Dong Zhang, Hongting Zhao, Ting Lu, Yan Zhang
Summary: Boron and nitrogen co-doped carbon dots (BN-CDs) were synthesized and combined with alginate and polyethyleneimine to create a multilayered coating on cotton fabric. The coating exhibited UV absorption, thermal stability, and flame retardancy. The BN-CDs showed potential as a flame retardant on the surface of cotton fiber.
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Yunbo Chen, Xiangyu Zhu, Luying Chen, Bijia Wang, Zhiping Mao, Xueling Feng, Xiaofeng Sui, Hong Xu
Summary: This study develops a versatile layer-by-layer assembly strategy to introduce phase change microcapsules and ammonium polyphosphate into cotton fabric, enhancing its thermoregulation and flame retardant properties. The coated fabrics show improved water-vapor transmission rate and flame retardancy, with reasonably durable functional properties even after laundering cycles.
FIBERS AND POLYMERS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Xu-Chen Jiang, Ping Li, Yun Liu, Jun-Sheng Wang
Summary: A flame-retardant coating was successfully constructed on ramie fabrics using the dip-pad-bake method, resulting in enhanced fire safety properties. The simple preparation process of RF-APPs using only APP provides a feasible solution for flame-retardant natural fibers reinforced composites.
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Jianghu Zhan, Jiachang Wang, Jun Lin, Guoqun Zhao, Shengcheng Ji, Xiaoling Li, Jiao Li, Guilong Wang, Liang Chen, Yanjin Guan, Hakim Naceur
Summary: This study prepared flame retardant ramie fiber reinforced poly(lactic acid) composites and investigated the excellent flame retardancy achieved through the formation of high-quality char layers, chain reaction of free radicals, and dilution effect of inert gases generated during combustion. Furthermore, the flame retardants did not compromise the mechanical properties of the materials.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Shuo Diao, Yan Yang, Qian Tang, Yonghua Lu, Yanfeng Lu, Guangxian Zhang
Summary: This paper improves the traditional flame retardant finishing technology by grafting the pre-polymerized phosphonium compound onto cotton fabrics, eliminating the need for ammonia fumigation and reducing environmental pollution. The results show that the improved finishing technology can provide cotton fabrics with excellent flame retardance and durability.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Fanglong Zhu, Liang Chen, Qianqian Feng
Summary: In this study, gelatin extracted from scrap skin was used to construct layer-by-layer flame retardant coatings on cotton fabrics, significantly improving their flame retardancy. The coatings demonstrated excellent flame retardant performance, breathability, and moisture absorption, making them a promising sustainable flame retardant strategy for cotton fabrics.
PROGRESS IN ORGANIC COATINGS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Lorenza Maddalena, Julio Gomez, Alberto Fina, Federico Carosio
Summary: This study investigated the effects of different sizes of graphite oxide nanoplates on the assembly and flame-retardant properties of coatings on polyurethane foams. The results showed that CHIT/GO assemblies could effectively slow down foam combustion, reduce foam weight, and enhance mechanical strength, with the density of CHIT/GO interfaces playing a key role in controlling the flame-retardant efficiency and mechanical properties of the coatings.
Editorial Material
Engineering, Civil
Yin Zhang, Ala Al-Fuqaha, Hua Wang, Jia Liu
Summary: Cognitive networking is expected to utilize various information for improving the intelligence of transportation systems. Through V2V, Infrastructure-to-Vehicle, and V2I communications, road safety and traffic efficiency are significantly improved in advanced Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS).
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON INTELLIGENT TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS
(2023)
Article
Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence
Taslima Khanam, Siuly Siuly, Hua Wang
Summary: This study aims to develop an optimized artificial intelligence-based technique using EEG data to accurately identify the intentions of motor disabled individuals, thus improving BCI systems. The proposed model achieves high classifier accuracy, surpassing traditional methods. The findings of this study will contribute to advances in frontier medical science technology and enhance BCI systems globally.
NEURAL COMPUTING & APPLICATIONS
(2023)
Editorial Material
Computer Science, Information Systems
Hua Wang, Wenjie Zhang, Lei Zou, Zakaria Maamar
WORLD WIDE WEB-INTERNET AND WEB INFORMATION SYSTEMS
(2023)
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yizhu Kuang, Hesamoddin Rabiee, Lei Ge, Thomas E. Rufford, Zhiguo Yuan, John Bell, Hao Wang
Summary: This paper provides an overview of recent strategies for highly concentrated formic acid/formate products in electrochemical CO2 reduction reaction (CO2RR). Novel electrolyzers and design of planar and gas diffusion electrodes are introduced as engineering strategies to improve the concentration of formic acid/formate and reduce the cost of downstream separations. The existing technological challenges are highlighted, and recommendations for further research are provided.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Miaohong Yao, Linghui Liu, Changchang Ma, Huan Zhang, Yan Zhang, Ruiyin Song, Zhengping Fang, Pingan Song
Summary: In this study, a bio-based sol solution was designed and prepared to improve the flame retardancy and crystallinity of polylactide (PLA), and enhance its degradability in water. The addition of a bio-based flame retardant and polyethylene glycol (PEG) resulted in PLA achieving UL94 V-0 flame retardant rating and a limited oxygen index (LOI) value of 29.4%. Furthermore, the sol solution accelerated the degradation rate of PLA in water. The study also found that degraded PLA and the flame retardant were released as oligomers during the hydrolysis process.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Yao Xu, Bingtao Wang, Zhenghong Guo, Zhengping Fang, Peng Chen, Juan Li
Summary: A bio-based copolymer (TDDL) containing lysine, dopamine, triazine was synthesized and used as a charring agent, while ammonium polyphosphate (APP) served as an acid source to improve the flame retardancy of thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU). Tests showed that TPU blends with 8 wt% APP achieved a UL-94 V0 rating and a LOI value of 30.0 vol%, while TPU blends containing 6 wt% APP/TDDL exhibited a UL-94 V0 rating and a LOI of 29.6 vol%, indicating a synergistic effect between TDDL and APP. In addition, TDDL reduced the heat release rate of TPU/APP blend, promoted the formation of a char layer, and suppressed combustible gas and smoke release. Moreover, TPU blends demonstrated better modulus and elongation at break compared to TPU.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Lingfeng Yu, Siqi Huo, Cheng Wang, Guofeng Ye, Pingan Song, Jiabing Feng, Zhengping Fang, Hao Wang, Zhitian Liu
Summary: Introducing a bio-based, furan-containing polyphosphoramide (DFDP) enhances the flame retardancy of poly(L-lactic acid) (PLA) while maintaining its mechanical properties. PLA with 2 wt% DFDP achieved a UL-94 V-0 rating and an increased limiting oxygen index (LOI) of 30.8%. DFDP effectively improved the strength, toughness, and UV protection of PLA. This study provides a sustainable and comprehensive strategy for creating flame-retardant biomaterials with improved UV protection and preserved mechanical properties, making them suitable for various industrial applications.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Cheng Wang, Siqi Huo, Guofeng Ye, Zhengping Fang, Hao Wang, Zhitian Liu
Summary: Novel ZrP-D nanosheets were synthesized and used in intumescent fire-retardant coatings (IFRCs), showing improved fire resistance, smoke suppression, thermal stability and water tolerance. The introduction of 3wt% ZrP-D reduced the backside temperature of IFRC by approximately 43.4% and significantly reduced peak heat release rate, total heat release and total smoke release. The IFRC also exhibited enhanced thermal stability and water tolerance with char yield reaching 64% and water contact angle of 82.7 degrees. This study provides a rational design for creating IFRCs with smoke suppression and water resistance, which has promising industrial applications.
JOURNAL OF COATINGS TECHNOLOGY AND RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Bingtao Wang, Runfeng Ye, Zhenghong Guo, Juan Li, Zhengping Fang, Shiya Ran
Summary: CeHPP was synthesized and introduced into PC/DBDPO to improve the flame retardancy. The flame retardancy of PC/DBDPO/Sb2O3 and PC/DBDPO/CeHPP composites were compared. CeHPP showed a better synergistic effect with DBDPO than Sb2O3. The char-barrier effect of CeHPP transferred the free-radical-trapping effect of BFRs from the gaseous phase to the condensed phase, inhibiting the release and spread of gases and smoke.
JOURNAL OF POLYMER RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Automation & Control Systems
Jian-Yu Li, Ke-Jing Du, Zhi-Hui Zhan, Hua Wang, Jun Zhang
Summary: This article proposes a novel three-layer DDE framework, along with three novel methods, for solving the resource allocation and search efficiency problems in distributed differential evolution. The effectiveness and efficiency of the framework and methods are demonstrated through theoretical analysis and extensive experiments.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON CYBERNETICS
(2023)
Article
Computer Science, Information Systems
Jia-Quan Yang, Qi-Te Yang, Ke-Jing Du, Chun-Hua Chen, Hua Wang, Sang-Woon Jeon, Jun Zhang, Zhi-Hui Zhan
Summary: This article proposes a bi-directional feature fixation (BDFF) framework for particle swarm optimization (PSO) to reduce the search space in large-scale feature selection. BDFF uses two opposite search directions to guide particles to adequately search for feature subsets with different sizes. It can fix the selection states of some features and focus on the others when updating particles, thus narrowing the large search space.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON BIG DATA
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Siuly Siuly, Yanhui Guo, Omer Faruk Alcin, Yan Li, Peng Wen, Hua Wang
Summary: This study introduces a feature extraction method based on deep residual networks to automatically extract features from EEG signal data for diagnosing schizophrenia. The experimental results demonstrate that this method outperforms existing approaches and can discover important biomarkers, aiding in the development of a computer-assisted diagnostic system.
PHYSICAL AND ENGINEERING SCIENCES IN MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Wei Zhang, Hui Li, Weihong Cao, Zhenghong Guo, Zhengping Fang, Juan Li, Peng Chen
Summary: In this study, an organophosphorus flame retardant (BHD) and a charring-coupling agent (DE) were synthesized and coated on aluminum diethylphosphinate (ADP) to form BD-ADP. PA6 blended with 12 wt% BD-ADP achieved a UL-94 V-0 rating and a limiting oxygen index of 30.0 vol%. By substituting 1.0 wt% DE for BD-ADP, PA6-1.0E not only achieved a UL-94 V-0 rating, but also exhibited a longer ignition time and improved mechanical properties compared to PA6-12A.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED POLYMER SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Juan Chai, Wei Feng, Hongqiang Yan, Yan Xia, Yong Yang, Bingtao Wang, Juan Li, Zhengping Fang, Zhenghong Guo
Summary: A lamellar cerium phenylphosphonate (CeHPP) was synthesized through a reflux method and combined with aluminum diethylphosphinate (ADP) to prepare flame retardant carbon fiber reinforced polyamide 6 (PA6/CF) composites, achieving improved flame retardancy and elimination of the candlewick effect caused by CFs.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED POLYMER SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Raza Nowrozy, Khandakar Ahmed, Hua Wang, Timothy Mcintosh
Summary: This paper proposes a novel privacy model for Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems using a conceptual privacy ontology and Machine Learning (ML) methodologies. It tackles the challenges of balancing privacy and accessibility, user-friendliness, and legal compliance faced by EHR systems. The research develops a universal privacy model to efficiently manage and share patients' personal and sensitive data across different platforms and employs BERT techniques to distinguish between legitimate and illegitimate privacy policies, with Distil BERT being the most accurate. The paper outlines future research directions, emphasizing comprehensive evaluations, real-world case studies, adaptive frameworks, ethical implications, and stakeholder collaboration.
Article
Polymer Science
Tetsu Sato, Mariko Takahashi, Takeshi Saito, Masahito Toyonaga, Itsuo Tanuma, Rie Yamada, Satoru Hosoda
Summary: An automatic evaluation system for photooxidation has been developed and successfully applied to assess the photo-OIT of LDPE samples containing photooxidation stabilizers. The system allows independent setting of various measurement conditions and provides detailed information on the photooxidation process.
POLYMER DEGRADATION AND STABILITY
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Zongzheng Zuo, Shuxue Zhou
Summary: In this study, three fluoroalkyl trimethoxysilane (FATMS) additives with different chain lengths were incorporated into a two-component polyurethane clearcoat to improve its hydrophobic durability. The coatings modified with FATMS maintained their surface hydrophobicity under various conditions, but quickly lost it when exposed to both UV irradiation and/or high temperature with water. The results suggest that the FATMS route is more suitable for indoor applications at room temperature.
POLYMER DEGRADATION AND STABILITY
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Song Li, Feng Zhao, Xueya Wang, Zhihua Liu, Jingze Guo, Yutong Li, Shuangmei Tan, Zhenxiang Xin, Shuai Zhao, Lin Li
Summary: Green flame retardants have garnered attention for their environmental friendliness, but current options fall short in achieving high flame retardancy for flammable polymers and maintaining environmental protection. This study takes a two-pronged approach to address flame retardants and the flame-retardant process. An eco-friendly bio-based synergistic flame retardant (PAU), synthesized using phytic acid (PA) and urea (U), is used to create a flame retardant coating that can be directly applied to any surface shape using polydopamine as an adhesive. The resulting EPS-PAU exhibits excellent flame retardancy, smoke suppression, and light weight while only slightly increasing the density.
POLYMER DEGRADATION AND STABILITY
(2024)
