Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xi Zhang, Jinsheng Liang, Junguo Li, Yanan Zeng, Suju Hao, Pengyao Liu, Hao Na
Summary: Based on the reaction between CM and Al2O3, CA6 and MA were introduced into the Al2O3-Ni system, resulting in a novel multi-phase composite material. The composite material exhibited a unique ring microstructure and improved mechanical properties. In-depth studies were conducted on the strengthening-toughening mechanisms related to this modification and improvement.
MATERIALS CHARACTERIZATION
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Yindong Shi, Wei Shang, Xiliang Zhang, Shunxing Liang, Shaoyuan Li, Wenquan Chen, Hongji Liu, Dong Xu, Xiaoyan Liu, Guoqiang Lv, Shuai Wang, Tonglai Guo, Zheng Lv, Zhenguo Xing
Summary: The tensile and impact properties of gradient-structured low-alloying steel were studied, and a strength-ductility synergy was achieved through the gradient structures. Continuous work hardening and sustained accumulation of GNDs contribute to the exceptional strength-toughness combination.
MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING A-STRUCTURAL MATERIALS PROPERTIES MICROSTRUCTURE AND PROCESSING
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Yongping Zhang, Guangchun Xiao, Hui Chen, Mingdong Yi, Jingjie Zhang, Zhaoqiang Chen, Chonghai Xu
Summary: TiB2-TiN-based composite ceramic materials modified with NiTi were prepared through a two-step spark plasma sintering process. The addition of NiTi improved the mechanical properties and microstructure of the ceramic material, with the optimal properties achieved at a NiTi content of 9 vol%. The toughening mechanisms included crack branching, deflection, bridging, and a new phase change toughening mechanism observed due to the presence of NiTi.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Zhuangzhuang Yin, Jianqiang Bi, Guandong Liang, Linjing Qiao, Yao Yang, Jian Gao, Shaoyin Wang, Hongyi Wang
Summary: BNNSs were efficiently prepared by magnesium borate nitridation. BNNSs/eutectic-composition Al2O3/YAG/YSZ ceramics were fabricated by hot pressing sintering. The addition of BNNSs did not alter the phase composition of BNNSs/eutectic-composition Al2O3/YAG/YSZ ceramics. The bending strength and fracture toughness of 1.5wt % BNNSs/eutectic-composition Al2O3/YAG/YSZ ceramic were increased by 19.0% and 18.9% respectively. Doped BNNSs are present at the grain boundary between two or more different grains. The toughening mechanism of BNNSs mainly involves crack deflection, BNNSs pullout, and BNNSs bridging.
MATERIALS CHARACTERIZATION
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
L. Lu, Q. W. Xia, F. Zhao, J. C. Shi, S. N. Luo, Y. Cai
Summary: By applying high strain-rate plastic deformation treatment using gas gun loading, the mechanical properties of a titanium alloy were modified, resulting in the specimen shocked at 609 m/s exhibiting the best strength-toughness tradeoff.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Z. Y. Xu, C. F. Fang, R. Wang, Ch Y. Zhong, Y. M. Wang
Summary: The in-situ TiB2/AZ80 composite was prepared by a simple casting method and hot-rolling, which showed improved strength and toughness. The TiB2 particles can refine the grains of AZ80 alloy and promote recrystallization through PSN effect, leading to a transformation in recrystallization mode and distribution characteristics of TiB2 particle clusters. The composite sheet mainly gains strength from fine grain strengthening and thermal mismatch strengthening, while internal toughening mechanisms include texture weakening and the proliferation of more dislocations induced by the PSN effect. External toughening mechanisms are attributed to bending and deflection of cracks resulting from fiber-like particle distribution characteristics.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Jinming Lin, Penghuai Fu, Yingxin Wang, Hong Liu, Ya Zheng, Liming Peng, Wenjiang Ding
Summary: The addition of La element in the Mg-Gd-Zn casting alloy can fundamentally modify the microstructure, improving the strength and ductility of the alloy. The formation of Mg12La second-phase along the grain boundaries during solution treatment effectively restricts grain coarsening and increases the number density of precipitates.
MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING A-STRUCTURAL MATERIALS PROPERTIES MICROSTRUCTURE AND PROCESSING
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Enzhao Cui, Jun Zhao, Xuchao Wang, Zhefei Sun
Summary: This study investigates the R-curve behavior and toughening mechanisms of graphene nano-platelets (GNPs) reinforced ceramic composites. A toughening model is developed considering interface debonding, crack bridging, and pull-out of GNPs, which quantifies the contribution of different mechanisms to the improved toughness. The theoretical results match well with experimental data when GNPs are uniformly dispersed in the ceramic matrix. Prepared GNPs/ceramic composites all exhibit an increasing R-curve behavior due to the toughening mechanisms induced by GNPs, with the curve becoming steeper as GNPs content increases, indicating enhanced fracture resistance and flaw tolerance. The dominant toughening mechanism is GNPs pull-out, followed by crack bridging and interface debonding. Furthermore, the analytical model suggests that improving GNPs properties, interfacial shear strength, and reducing GNPs thickness can enhance the fracture toughness of ceramic composites.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Zhigang Li, Liang Chen, Xianliang Zhang, Guoqun Zhao, Cunsheng Zhang
Summary: The addition of Si(3)N(4)p improves the microstructure, mechanical properties, and anisotropy of the composite materials, with results showing a refined grain structure and reduced anisotropy in both tensile properties and planar anisotropy.
MATERIALS & DESIGN
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yunpeng Ding, Yizhuang Zhang, Zhiyuan Li, Changhong Liu, Hanying Wang, Xin Zhao, Xinfang Zhang, Jilei Xu, Xiaoqin Guo
Summary: In this paper, CNT/Mg composites with high compressive properties were prepared by using Ni-plated CNT and pure magnesium powder. The effect of grinding time for finer magnesium powder on the microstructure and properties of the final composites was studied. The results show that the uniform distribution of CNTs and strong interface bonding from the MgNi2 phase significantly improve the strength and fracture strain of the composites.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Chengsi Zheng, Bo Fu, Yang Tang, Lingli Kong, Yongqiang Wang, Na Li
Summary: The microstructure and mechanical properties of strengthening-toughening treated 9Cr18Mo martensitic stainless steel were investigated. It was found that the size range of carbides in the steel was wide, with most of them located at the grain boundary and in the grain interior. The steel with a higher volume fraction of submicron-carbides showed a better combination of strength and impact energy. The study also found specific carbide morphologies and structural features that could be helpful in understanding the correlation between microstructure and mechanical properties of other high carbon chromium martensitic steels.
MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING A-STRUCTURAL MATERIALS PROPERTIES MICROSTRUCTURE AND PROCESSING
(2023)
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xiu Song, Lei Wang, Yang Liu
Summary: The application of external fields is a promising method to control material microstructure for improved performance. This paper reviews the strengthening and toughening behavior of high-performance structural materials subjected to multifield coupling treatment, providing a generic method to enhance both strength and ductility. Prospects for the applications of multi-external fields have also been proposed based on current works.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MINERALS METALLURGY AND MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Riqing Du, Lvping Fu, Huazhi Gu, Ao Huang, Shuang Yang, Ding Chen
Summary: In this study, Al2O3-based ceramics were fabricated by adding zirconia sol into natural bauxite powder. The addition of zirconia sol accelerated grain boundary migration during sintering and formed numerous intracrystalline pores, leading to improved fracture toughness and flexural strength. However, the formation of intracrystalline pores was accompanied by the formation of large intercrystalline pores, which were detrimental to the mechanical properties of the materials.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Qihui Chen, Fei Wu, Zhiyuan Jiang, Hao Zhang, Jianyang Yuan, Yang Xiang, Yaqing Liu
Summary: Hierarchical structure composites with carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) interleaved by nanoscale core-shell rubber (CSR) and microscale short carbon fiber (SCF) were fabricated. The hierarchical structure exhibited superior interlaminar toughening efficiency. The multi-phase interleaved CFRP composite had significantly higher mode-I and mode-II critical energy release rates (GIC and GIIC) compared to unmodified samples, while maintaining the tensile properties and glass transition temperature (Tg). The study also revealed the synergistic toughening mechanisms in SCF/CSR interleaved CFRP composites.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Yi Lu, Wenshuang Li, Jianfeng Zhou, Yi Ren, Xuefen Wang, Jun Li, Shu Zhu
Summary: This study investigated the influence of different temperatures and pressures on the mechanical properties of carbon fiber reinforced polyetheretherketone (CF/PEEK). The results showed that the maximum tensile strength, flexural strength, and impact strength of CF/PEEK could reach 157.3 MPa, 382.0 MPa, and 7.7 KJ/m2, respectively. The pressure-induced flow (PIF) process formed a multilayer-oriented structure, which effectively controlled crack propagation and energy dissipation, thus significantly improving the strength and toughness of CF/PEEK.
COMPOSITES COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence
Hao Long, Xiaoxia Li, XiaoWei Liu, Wenle Wang
Summary: In this paper, an incremental algorithm called BBTA is proposed for detecting dynamic communities based on the tracking of backbones and bridges. The algorithm achieves higher accuracy and better performance by reflecting critical edges and key connections.
APPLIED INTELLIGENCE
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Han Wang, Yan Liu, Yi-Kai Jang, Si-Yi Wang, Xiao-Mao Li, Juan Pan, Wei Guan, Adnan Mohammed Algradi, Hai-Xue Kuang, Bing-You Yang
Summary: Two new phenylpropanoids and nine known compounds were isolated from Solanum capsicoides leaves. Their structures were determined using spectroscopic methods and comparing with literature. In addition, the compounds showed inhibitory effects on inflammation.
JOURNAL OF ASIAN NATURAL PRODUCTS RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Gangli Yang, Xiaoyan Li, Xu Han, Shanshan Li
Summary: This study investigated the changes in microstructure and grain orientation of the Cu3Sn solder joint during isothermal aging at 420 degrees C. It was found that the original Cu3Sn solder joint transformed into full Cu(41)Sn(11) solder joint and eventually into full alpha(Cu) solder joint during aging. The formation of micro-voids during the conversion process resulted in lower reliability of the solder joint. The average grain sizes of interfacial phases exhibited an initial increase followed by a decrease during aging. The preferred orientations of the different phases were also examined.
SOLDERING & SURFACE MOUNT TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Yifan Lai, Xiaolu Hu, Guibing Shi, Juntao Yu, Li Wang, Zhifeng Gao
Summary: In order to conserve energy, the loss and efficiency of a brushless direct current (BLDC) motor were investigated. By replacing the silicon steel stator with an amorphous metal stator and improving the motor design, the motor efficiency was improved by 4.76% and the weight was reduced by 11.36%.
JOURNAL OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jian Wang, Zheng Jiang, Ran Ma
Summary: Wastewater contaminated by radionuclides is a significant environmental concern that poses a threat to human health. In this study, beta-cyclodextrin modified molybdenum disulfide was investigated as an adsorbent to remove europium from aqueous solutions. The experimental results indicated that the adsorption of Europium(III) relied on pH and temperature. The Langmuir model better described the removal process, which was found to be a monolayer adsorption. The adsorption capacity of beta-CD-MoS2 for Europium(III) reached 107.1 mg/g and the adsorption process was endothermic. The surface hydroxyl groups controlled the retention of Europium(III). These findings provide important information for environmental pollution control and the elimination of Europium(III).
JOURNAL OF POLYMERS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Behavioral Sciences
Xueyan Zhang, Jun Li, Xiaomei Li
Summary: Previous studies have shown the importance of the prefrontal cortex in decision-making tasks and the precuneus in mediating metacognition. This study further explores the metabolic correlates of metacognition using magnetic resonance spectroscopy. The findings suggest that the right precuneus plays a crucial role in metacognition.
BEHAVIORAL NEUROSCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Xueru Wang, Gang Xu, Hanyu Liu, Zhengtao Chen, Susu Huang, Jiushu Yuan, Chunguang Xie, Lian Du
Summary: Diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) is a common complication of diabetes, and finding effective treatments for DPN is crucial. Schwann cells (SCs) play an important role in the development of DPN by inhibiting apoptosis. Previous studies have shown the potential of Chinese herbal medicine (CHM) in treating DPN. This review explores the effects of CHM on SCs apoptosis through different pathological pathways and provides new insights for treating DPN.
BIOMEDICINE & PHARMACOTHERAPY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Hu Tu, Xiaoyan Li, Kang Xie, Jipeng Zhang, Yuncui Liu, Xiaoyu Shao, Xinghuan Lin, Ruquan Zhang, Bo Duan
Summary: A high strength chitosan/edge hydroxylated boron nitride nanosheets dielectric film was fabricated via dual chemically-physically crosslinking and drafting orientation strategy, showing excellent mechanical and dielectric properties. It could be completely degraded in soil within 90 days.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Xin Shu, Yajie Wei, Xiaoli Luo, Jinfang Liu, Like Mao, Fang Yuan, Yanxiang Gao
Summary: This study investigated the feasibility of using rhamnolipid-stabilized nanostructured lipid carrier as a particulate filler and its impact on the properties of a composite hydrogel. The results showed that the addition of RNLC improved the texture and rheological properties of the hydrogel, but higher filling levels made the hydrogel more rigid and brittle.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2023)
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Dandan Li, Xiaomei Li, Xintong Liu, Zhao Zhang
Summary: This study conducted a comprehensive genome-wide analysis of the bZIP gene family (RcbZIPs) in rose, revealing their phylogenetic relationships, gene structure, chromosome localizations, gene duplication, and potential functions. The expression analysis showed significant differential expression of 16 RcbZIPs in response to Botrytis cinerea infection, suggesting their candidate role in regulating rose's response to gray mold infection. Virus-induced gene silencing (VIGS) and overexpression (OE) studies demonstrated the involvement of RcbZIP17 in rose's resistance to gray mold. This study provides valuable information for further investigation into the function of the bZIP gene family in rose.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yang Pan, Xiao Sun, Xuenan Mi, Zhijie Huang, Yenchih Hsu, James E. Hixson, Donna Munzy, Ginger Metcalf, Nora Franceschini, Adrienne Tin, Anna Koettgen, Michael Francis, Jennifer A. Brody, Bryan Kestenbaum, Colleen M. Sitlani, Josyf C. Mychaleckyj, Holly Kramer, Leslie A. Lange, Xiuqing Guo, Shih-Jen Hwang, Marguerite R. Irvin, Jennifer A. Smith, Lisa R. Yanek, Dhananjay Vaidya, Yii-Der Ida Chen, Myriam Fornage, Donald M. Lloyd-Jones, Lifang Hou, Rasika A. Mathias, Braxton D. Mitchell, Patricia A. Peyser, Sharon L. R. Kardia, Donna K. Arnett, Adolfo Correa, Laura M. Raffield, Ramachandran S. Vasan, L. Adrienne Cupple, Daniel Levy, Robert C. Kaplan, Kari E. North, Jerome Rotter, Charles Kooperberg, Alexander P. Reiner, Bruce M. Psaty, Russell P. Tracy, Richard A. Gibbs, Alanna C. Morrison, Harold Feldman, Eric Boerwinkle, Jiang He, Tanika N. Kelly
Summary: This study conducted a whole-exome sequencing to identify rare variants for diabetic kidney disease (DKD) and discovered four novel exome-wide significant DKD-related loci. The findings provide new insights into the molecular mechanisms underlying DKD.
HUMAN MOLECULAR GENETICS
(2023)
Article
Optics
Jiazhu Wang, Xiaohui Li, Liang Jin, Renyan Wang, Shangzhi Xie, Tiebin Wang, He Zhang, Yingtian Xu, Yan Li, Xiaohui Ma
Summary: In this paper, an all-fiber single- and dual-wavelength tunable CVBs fiber laser using the nonlinear optical saturation absorption characteristics and filtering properties of nonlinear multimode interference (NL-MMI) is reported for the first time. The experiment demonstrated the ability to tune the central wavelength of the mode-locked CVBs fiber laser in both single- and dual-wavelength configurations. This NL-MMI-based wavelength-tunable ultrashort pulse CVBs fiber laser has great potential in optical communication.
OPTICS AND LASER TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Neurosciences
Zifeng Wu, Hanyu Liu, Enshi Yan, Xinying Zhang, Yuanyuan Wang, Chaoli Huang, Teng He, Liying Miao, Ling Yang, Riyue Jiang, Changyong Qi, Cunming Liu, Di Wang, Chun Yang
Summary: The abnormal composition of gut microbiota plays an essential role in the comorbidity of chronic pain and anxiety. Increasing the level of Desulfovibrio may alleviate chronic pain-anxiety comorbidity.
PSYCHOPHARMACOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Nursing
Fang Niu, Qinghua Liu, Xiaohui Li, Xiang Li
Summary: This study evaluated a new fixation band for tracheal catheter in the ICU. The results showed that the new band reduced catheter dislocation and the incidence of mucosal pressure injury, and also decreased nursing cost.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zhongfeng Jiang, Xiaohui Li, Xuanxuan Zhang, Weiwei Wang, Haoliang Hou
Summary: This study proposes a water resource pollution load intensity measurement based on the SWAT model, aiming to solve the problems of high measurement time-consuming, high deviation, and small area in traditional methods. The method involves building a basic database, summarizing hydrological characteristic data, designing a water pollution output coefficient model using the SWAT model, and using the comprehensive pollution index method to measure the pollution load intensity of water resources. The experimental results demonstrate that this method reduces measurement time, improves measurement accuracy, and expands the measurable area.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT
(2023)
