Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Hui Wang, Zhuoming Xie, Xiang Cheng, Ke Jing, Linchao Zhang, Junfeng Yang, Rui Liu, Le Han, Lei Cao, Xianping Wang, Qianfeng Fang, Changsong Liu, Xuebang Wu
Summary: The microstructural evolution and thermal fatigue resistance of two tungsten composites, WZC and WYO, were investigated under cyclic heat loads. The WZC composite showed better thermal shock resistance than WYO due to the intrinsic properties of the particles. The study also revealed an interesting crack mechanism in tungsten composites. These findings are important for evaluating the thermal fatigue resistance of composites and their application in fusion reactors.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
E. Tejado, A. Mueller, J-H You, J. Y. Pastor
Summary: One of the critical challenges in the European DEMO project is to develop a heat-exhaust system (divertor) that meets the required structural design criteria at high heat flux loads and irradiation dose level. The project aims to develop advanced tungsten-copper composites to achieve high-temperature strength and reduce thermal stresses. Preliminary experiments show that higher copper content leads to higher fracture energy, and the mechanical properties of the composites remain relatively high at operational temperatures.
JOURNAL OF NUCLEAR MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xin Chen, Cong Fang, Xiaomin Huang, Zulai Li, He Wei, Fei Zhang, Quan Shan
Summary: This study investigated the effect of heat on the interfacial microstructure and mechanical properties of tungsten carbide particle-reinforced steel matrix composites. The results showed that with the decrease in heat, the interfacial microstructure changed, the bonding strength decreased, the hardness decreased, but the plasticity increased.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS ENGINEERING AND PERFORMANCE
(2023)
Article
Metallurgy & Metallurgical Engineering
Guo-xing Qiu, Qing Du, Xiao-ming Li, Xiang-dong Xing, Dong-ping Zhan
Summary: Reduced activation ferrite/martensitic steels containing yttrium, titanium, and zirconia were studied for their microstructure, tensile properties, and impact toughness. Vacuum induction melting-electroslag remelting (ESR) refined inclusions and increased submicron inclusions in the alloys, improving mechanical properties. Mechanical properties were affected by grain size, martensitic laths, and M23C6.
STEEL RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Mahmut Can Senel, Mevlut Gurbuz
Summary: The addition of boron carbide and graphene to aluminum hybrid composites significantly improved Vickers hardness and compressive strength, with the best performance achieved at 30% boron carbide and 0.15% graphene content.
METALS AND MATERIALS INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Yunfei Ma, Xuefeng Tang, Xin Wang, Mao Zhang, Huie Hu, Pan Gong, Xinyun Wang
Summary: The study prepared tungsten-particle-reinforced bulk-metallic-glass composites with varying Wp volume fractions using spark plasma sintering, and found that the mechanical properties of the composites were significantly influenced by the volume fraction of Wp. The increase in Wp volume fraction not only affected the mechanical properties of the composites, but also improved their self-sharpening ability.
MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING A-STRUCTURAL MATERIALS PROPERTIES MICROSTRUCTURE AND PROCESSING
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Ella Walter, Andrea Gommeringer, Frank Kern
Summary: Composites of yttria-neodymia co-stabilized zirconia with nanoscale tungsten carbide and alumina addition were manufactured and characterized. Alumina addition increased hardness and Young's modulus, and slightly increased bending strength. However, it reduced the transformability of the zirconia matrix and fracture toughness. In EDM, alumina reduced re-solidified layer thickness, surface defects, and improved surface smoothness, but had negligible effect on material removal rate.
JOURNAL OF THE EUROPEAN CERAMIC SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yu Ren, Pengwan Chen, Zheng Li, Ziyue Zhang, Yanwei Lv, Chang Zhang
Summary: Refractory metal particles were used to reinforce a titanium matrix composite in this study. The resulting 20W(P)/Ti composite demonstrated excellent mechanical properties, attributed to multiple strengthening mechanisms and the suppression of adiabatic shear sensitivity.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2021)
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Haobo Mao, Yingyi Zhang, Jie Wang, Kunkun Cui, Hanlei Liu, Jialong Yang
Summary: This article presents the characteristics and obstacles faced in the development of TiC ceramics, as well as the current methods for improving their mechanical properties. Enhancement is achieved by adding a second phase to improve the performance of TiC-based composites.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Zichang Lin, Yishi Su, Caihao Qiu, Jingyu Yang, Xushun Chai, Xuyang Liu, Qiubao Ouyang, Di Zhang
Summary: Strength-toughness matching is a crucial issue in meeting the increasing requirements of particle reinforced metal matrix composites (PRMMCs) for aerospace, defense, and transportation. In this study, structural modeling and properties simulations were used to screen composite configurations with superior mechanical performances. The effects of configuration on strength-toughness matching were quantitatively analyzed by examining particle clustering degree and particle size gradation. It was found that serious particle clusters in composite configurations led to lower toughness, while increasing small particles resulted in higher strength and toughness. The particle size gradation was described by linear and sigmoid functions.
SCRIPTA MATERIALIA
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Sisi Tang, Songying Shao, Haiyang Liu, Fulin Jiang, Dingfa Fu, Hui Zhang, Jie Teng
Summary: The hybrid aluminum matrix composites reinforced with SiC and stainless steel particles were prepared by powder metallurgy to improve strength and ductility. The results showed that the addition of stainless steel particles effectively enhanced ductility without sacrificing strength compared to single SiC reinforced composites. The deformable nature of the reinforcement particles played a key role in the improved ductility of the hybrid composites.
MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING A-STRUCTURAL MATERIALS PROPERTIES MICROSTRUCTURE AND PROCESSING
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Yujin Wang, Dong Wang, Taiquan Zhang, Gui-Ming Song, Lei Chen, Bo-Xin Wei, Yanwei Zhao, Yu Zhou
Summary: This review presents the design, fabrication methods, microstructural features, and mechanical, thermo-physical, and chemical properties of novel refractory carbide reinforced tungsten matrix composites. It also outlines the applications, challenges, and future trends of these composites, providing insights for researchers.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Qiao Zhang, Jiayu Yang, Nan Deng, Yu Cheng, Yi Ding, Zheng Chen, Bin Yang, Shuhua Liang
Summary: In this study, gradient WCX ceramic particle-reinforced W-Cu composites were successfully fabricated. The effects of carburization time on the microstructure, hardness, compressive strength, wear resistance, and electrical conductivity were investigated in detail. The results showed that the WCX gradient microstructure significantly improved the mechanical properties of the W-Cu composites and ensured their electrical conductivity.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF REFRACTORY METALS & HARD MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Izabela Zglobicka, Rafal Zybala, Kamil Kaszyca, Rafal Molak, Monika Wieczorek, Katarzyna Recko, Barbara Fiedoruk, Krzysztof J. Kurzydlowski
Summary: Novel metal matrix composites (MMCs) with Ti6Al4V matrix and biogenic ceramic filler DE have been fabricated. The microstructure of the composites and their thermomechanical characteristics were investigated, and the results showed outstanding mechanical and thermal properties of the composites due to the synergic effects between the filler and matrix.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
C. Chen, X. Xia, S. Y. Yang, R. Liu, Y. R. Mao, S. Wang, Z. Zhang, Z. H. Zhong, Y. C. Wu
Summary: By adding Ti intermediate layers of different thicknesses, the mechanical properties of W/Ta multilayer composites can be improved significantly. The introduction of the Ti layer enhances both the toughness and tensile strength of the W/Ti/Ta/Ti multilayer composites, modifying the fracture mechanism and leading to better overall performance.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Tao Ma, Peng Song, Quan Dong, Jun Tan, Taihong Huang, Zan Li, Yuwei Liang, Defeng Zhang
Summary: The study investigates the kinetics and mechanism of crystallisation of a Cr-Fe-Ni-Co-Mo-Si amorphous coating, providing significant guidance for obtaining amorphous materials with excellent performance by controlling the crystallisation process and predicting crystallisation failure. The results suggest that the Cr-Fe-Ni-Co-Mo-Si amorphous coating exhibits good glass-forming ability and thermal stability, making it a 'strong material' with a difficult nucleation process but easy crystallisation in succeeding stages.
MATERIALS TODAY COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Immunology
Linyu Geng, Wenqiang Qu, Jun Liang, Wei Kong, Xue Xu, Wenyou Pan, Lin Liu, Min Wu, Fuwan Ding, Huaixia Hu, Xiang Ding, Hua Wei, Yaohong Zou, Xian Qian, Meimei Wang, Jian Wu, Juan Tao, Jun Tan, Zhanyun Da, Miaojia Zhang, Jing Li, Huayong Zhang, Xuebing Feng, Jiaqi Chen, Lingyun Sun
Summary: This study developed survival analysis models using data mining techniques to predict the survival outcomes and status of hospitalized systemic lupus erythematosus patients in Jiangsu province. Cox proportional hazards model and neural network models were used for analysis and prediction, and semi-supervised learning and cost-sensitivity were employed to address data imbalance and pseudo label credibility. The study identified the impact of cardiopulmonary and neuropsychiatric involvement, abnormal blood urea nitrogen levels, and alanine aminotransferase level on patient survival time, and developed a graphical user interface to assist physicians in diagnosis and treatment.
FRONTIERS IN IMMUNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Hailian Wang, Yunxuan Zhou, Quan Dong, Xianhua Chen, Jun Tan
Summary: This study investigates the thermodynamic, mechanical, and electronic properties of Mg-Al-Si ternary compounds using first-principle density functional theory. The results show that these compounds are dynamically and thermodynamically stable. Furthermore, the mechanical properties of these compounds are enhanced with decreasing Mg content, which is beneficial for increasing the stiffness of Mg alloys.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Chang Su, Xianhua Chen, Jianbo Li, Jun Tan
Summary: The microstructure, electromagnetic shielding effectiveness (SE), and mechanical properties of Mg-12Gd-3Y-xSn alloys were studied to understand the influence of Sn addition on the structure and properties of the alloy. The results showed that adding Sn increased the number of second phases and formed Mg-24(Gd,Y)(5), Mg-5(Gd,Y), and Mg2Sn phases. The SE values of Mg-12Gd-3Y-xSn alloys increased gradually with the addition of Sn. The aged Mg-12Gd-3Y-1.5Sn alloy exhibited improved SE value and mechanical properties at elevated temperatures.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS ENGINEERING AND PERFORMANCE
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Xiuyun Zhao, Changchun Lin, Jun Tan, Ping Yang, Rui Wang, Gaofu Qi
Summary: This study analyzed the differences in rhizosphere microbiome and metabolome in soils infested with Meloidogyne incognita. It identified key microorganisms and nematicidal metabolites, including acetophenone, which showed high nematicidal activity. Bacillus amyloliquefacens W1 produced acetophenone and effectively killed Meloidogyne incognita juveniles. This research provides new insights into biological control agents for plant parasitic nematodes.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Y. Xing, C. J. Li, Y. K. Mu, Y. D. Jia, K. K. Song, J. Tan, G. Wang, Z. Q. Zhang, J. H. Yi, J. Eckert
Summary: A multiphase CrMnFeCoNi high-entropy alloy (HEA) material was successfully prepared using a powder metallurgy process, and the critical roles of nanoscale particle formation and deformation twinning in the strain hardening ability of the material were revealed through microstructural characterization and mechanical testing.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
He Huang, Jun Mao, Jun Tan, Kai Zhong, Junxian Chen, Dan Huang, Xinyi Gu, Chaolan Zhang
Summary: This study investigated the source and risk of heavy metals near a Pb-Zn mine and identified the main factor affecting heavy metal bioaccumulation in rice. It was found that soil pH and soil organic matter (SOM) played critical roles in the accumulation of heavy metals in rice grains.
JOURNAL OF SOILS AND SEDIMENTS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jiarong Gao, Xinyu Sun, Yunxuan Zhou, Quan Dong, Jun Tan, Xianhua Chen, Bin Jiang, Fusheng Pan
Summary: This study focuses on a newly developed low-cost Mg-8Al-4Ce-0.2Zn-0.2Mn alloy named AE84, which has higher aluminum content. The addition of aluminum increases the fraction of aluminum-containing second phases and strengthens the alloy through heat treatment. AE84 alloys demonstrate outstanding tensile performance at both room temperature and elevated temperatures. This study provides a new idea for the composition design of heat-resistant alloys.
Article
Microbiology
Yiting Li, Gaofu Qi, Ziqiong Xie, Baolong Li, Rui Wang, Jun Tan, Heli Shi, Bikun Xiang, Xiuyun Zhao
Summary: Bacterial wilt disease causes heavy yield losses in crops, and endophytic microbiomes play an important role in controlling plant diseases. This study investigates the differences in endophytic root microbiomes and network structures between healthy and diseased tobacco plants. The results show that the composition and network structures of endophytic root microbiomes are distinct between healthy and diseased plants. Diseased plants have a lower abundance of beneficial bacteria and lack beneficial keystone microorganisms, leading to an unstable network.
MICROBIOLOGY SPECTRUM
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Dongmei Pu, Xianhua Chen, Jingfeng Wang, Jun Tan, Jianbo Li, Hong Yang, Bo Feng, Kaihong Zheng, Fusheng Pan
Summary: In this work, Ti particle reinforced VW94 composites were prepared, and the addition of Ti particles improved the strength and elongation of the composites. This enhancement can be attributed to grain refinement, load transfer, dispersion strengthening, dislocation strengthening, and an increase in lamellar LPSO.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Guangming He, Yunxuan Zhou, Zuohong Gu, Quan Dong, Yi Lin, Jun Tan, Xianhua Chen, Bin Jiang, Fusheng Pan
Summary: A series of low-cost and high strength cast Mg-7Zn-xAl-0.3Mn alloys were successfully designed and prepared. The microstructures and mechanical properties of these alloys were improved after heat treatment, and the ZAM750 alloy showed the most outstanding comprehensive mechanical properties.
MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING A-STRUCTURAL MATERIALS PROPERTIES MICROSTRUCTURE AND PROCESSING
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Hong Yang, Jinghao Cui, Yunxuan Zhou, Jun Tan, Xianhua Chen, Guangsheng Huang, Kaihong Zheng, Yiming Jin, Bin Jiang, Fusheng Pan
Summary: In this study, TC4 reinforced AZ91 composites were successfully fabricated, and the microstructural and TEM observations revealed their improved mechanical properties. The presence of TC4 particles and Mg17Al12 phase inhibited the dynamic recrystallization behavior in the TC4/AZ91 composites. Quantitative calculations showed that the strengthening effects of the 4TC4/AZ91 composite were mainly attributed to the coefficient of thermal expansion strengthening, grain refinement strengthening, and the deformable TC4 particles.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Min Wang, Yunxuan Zhou, Tao Chen, Hong Yang, Jun Tan, Xianhua Chen, Fusheng Pan
Summary: In this work, the effects of Ti doping at different sites on the Al8Mn5 phase were systematically studied using first-principles calculations. It was found that Ti doping can improve the thermodynamic, dynamic, and mechanical stability of Al8Mn5, decrease ductility, and enhance hardness and elastic modulus.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2023)
Review
Metallurgy & Metallurgical Engineering
Senwei Wang, Chengao Du, Xin Shen, Xiong Wu, Sihui Ouyang, Jun Tan, Jia She, Aitao Tang, Xianhua Chen, Fusheng Pan
Summary: This review examines the recent development of biodegradable magnesium alloys for cardiovascular stents. Through bibliometric analysis, different biodegradable magnesium alloy systems are analyzed. The study highlights structural design strategies for reducing stress concentration in magnesium alloy stents, as well as surface modification methods to control corrosion behavior and biological performance. Finally, the potential directions and challenges of biodegradable magnesium stents in the cardiovascular field are discussed.
JOURNAL OF MAGNESIUM AND ALLOYS
(2023)
Article
Metallurgy & Metallurgical Engineering
Huan Luo, Jian-bo LI, Jun-liu Ye, Jun Tan, Muhammad Rashad, Xian-hua Chen, Sheng-li Han, Kai-hong Zheng, Tian-tian Zhao, Fu-sheng Pan
Summary: This study successfully prepared AZ91 magnesium matrix composites reinforced by TC4 particles via powder metallurgical method, and investigated the relationship between the mechanical properties and the content of TC4. The results showed that the mechanical properties of the composites reached the optimal point when the TC4 content was 10 wt.%.
TRANSACTIONS OF NONFERROUS METALS SOCIETY OF CHINA
(2022)
