Hydrogen dynamics in the nanoscale region of VO2 was investigated by muon spin rotation/relaxation (μSR) technique. Positively charged muon acts as a light radioisotope of protons and can be used as a probe to explor...
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Hydrogen dynamics in the nanoscale region of VO2 was investigated by muon spin rotation/relaxation (μSR) technique. Positively charged muon acts as a light radioisotope of protons and can be used as a probe to explore the inside of materials from an atomic perspective. By analyzing the muon hopping rate and the spatial distribution of the V51 nuclear magnetic moments, we have identified two types of diffusion paths in VO2 (via oxygen-muon bonds or defects) and the potential of a high diffusion coefficient in the 10−10cm2/s range at ambient temperature. Our results provide valuable information for developing hydrogen-driven VO2-related electronic devices.
The advancement of graphene has created a need in exploring its properties for different applications. One way to explore its properties is by reducing its hydrophobicity. To overcome hydrophobicity of graphene, surfa...
The advancement of graphene has created a need in exploring its properties for different applications. One way to explore its properties is by reducing its hydrophobicity. To overcome hydrophobicity of graphene, surfactants have been used in functionalization, hence improving the surface properties of the graphene monolayer. Therefore, investigating surfactant treatment for CVD graphene becomes useful in understanding the surface property effects on graphene. This study utilizes CVD graphene on silicon substrates. Its treatment was done with varying concentrations of Sodium Cholate (SC) for different treatment times. These samples were then characterized using Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) to investigate the surface properties of the samples before and after treatment. To be optimized, the graphene must remain attached to the silicon substrate. The result shows that the integrity of the graphene, which is basically the Sp2 structure, is preserved as there was no delamination from the substrate even after treatment for as long as 2 hours in 1% weight/volume concentration of the SC solution.
Polyamide 6 (PA 6) is an engineering thermoplastic that can be used to develop polymer nanocomposite with high potential in electrostatic discharge applications. By the incorporation of nanofillers in PA 6 to enhance ...
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(纸本)9781934551417
Polyamide 6 (PA 6) is an engineering thermoplastic that can be used to develop polymer nanocomposite with high potential in electrostatic discharge applications. By the incorporation of nanofillers in PA 6 to enhance multifunctional properties, PA 6 nanocomposites can serve as technological alternatives to commercial thermoplastics for 3D printing via fused deposition modelling (FDM). Hence, this study evaluated the mechanical and electrical properties of 3D printed PA6 nanographene composites for electrostatic discharge applications. 2, 4 and 6 wt.% of Graphene Nanoplatelets (GNP) was compounded with PA6 using co-rotating twin screw extruder to produce 1.75mm diameter monofilaments for FDM 3D printing. The test samples were printed using commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) 3D printer, Lulzbot TAZ 6 FDM printer. Morphology, mechanical and electrical characterization was carried out according to their respective ASTM standard. An improvement in tensile and flexural properties were observed with an increase in nanographene addition, and a maximum improvement of 61.4 and 55.9% in tensile and flexural modulus respectively was recorded at 6wt% loading level. Electrical conduction of the insulative polyamide 6 matrix was enhanced by an appreciable reduction of its volume resistivity to 1011 Ω.cm by 2wt% nanographene loading, which seems promising for manufacturing static discharge products. Copyright 2022. Used by the Society of the Advancement of Material and Process engineering with permission.
People increasingly prioritize a balanced diet to enhance well-being, yet making informed dietary choices remains challenging amidst the abundance of options. To address this, we developed a meal image recognition and...
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(数字)9798350396133
ISBN:
(纸本)9798350396140
People increasingly prioritize a balanced diet to enhance well-being, yet making informed dietary choices remains challenging amidst the abundance of options. To address this, we developed a meal image recognition and healthy meal combination recommender system, integrating generative artificial intelligence (AI). Convolutional neural networks were used for precise meal image recognition to identify diverse food items. The generative AI-augmented recommendation engine offers personalized meal suggestions aligned with nutritional goals and dietary preferences, utilizing a nutrition knowledge base to ensure overall well-being. The system's feasibility was validated, illustrating its excellence in meal recognition accuracy, recommendation diversity, and user engagement. By integrating generative AI, the system shows its potential to enhance dietary recommendations and public health.
电化学CO_(2)还原(CO_(2)RR)是一种很有前景的技术,可以将二氧化碳转化为多种增值化学品,从而达到减缓温室效应的目的.然而,实现目标产品的高催化活性、选择性和稳定性仍然是一个很大的挑战.本文通过还原Sn掺杂的Bi2S3制备了间隙掺杂的Snx-Bi (x为Sn与Bi的原子比,x=1/2,1/16,1/24或1/40)纳米线束(NBs).值得注意的是,Sn1/24-Bi NBs在1400 mV的宽电位窗口内表现出超高的甲酸盐选择性(从-0.5到-1.9 V vs.可逆氢电极(RHE),法拉第效率超过90%),在-1.9 V ***时,电流密度达到了-319 mA cm^(-2),可满足工业使用需求.此外,还实现了在~-200 mA cm^(-2)条件下超过84 h的超长稳定性.实验结果和密度泛函理论计算表明,间隙掺杂Sn优化了*OCHO中间体的吸附亲和力,降低了铋催化剂的电子转移能垒,从而获得了显著的CO_(2)RR性能.本研究为设计具有优异催化活性、选择性和耐久性的掺杂型电催化剂用于CO_(2)RR为甲酸盐提供了启示.
Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a life-threatening condition that demands immediate intervention. The key to survival often lies in the timely and precise analysis of electrocardiogram (ECG) signals to determine the ne...
Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a life-threatening condition that demands immediate intervention. The key to survival often lies in the timely and precise analysis of electrocardiogram (ECG) signals to determine the necessity of a shock from an Automatic External Defibrillator (AED). In this paper, we address the critical need for improved accuracy in AED decision-making by presenting a novel approach that leverages the Hilbert Transform to calculate the slope of ECG signals by harnessing the analytical power of Hilbert Transformed ECG signals. By scrutinizing the heart's electrical activity through this method, we aim to enhance the AED's ability to differentiate between cases of ventricular fibrillation and other non-shockable rhythms, ultimately leading to more efficient and effective treatment. Our research explores two distinct approaches for signal analysis and correlates their findings to achieve higher precision in defibrillation decisions. To validate the effectiveness of our approach, we employ a diverse and publicly available dataset containing various heart conditions, allowing us to demonstrate the robustness of our method across a wide spectrum of cases. This study represents a significant advancement in the field of automatic external defibrillation, with the potential to save countless lives through more accurate and timely interventions.
The use of neural networks to predict high-fidelity neutronics features is becoming an increasingly attractive area of investigation, as a way to reduce the computational resources needed for simulations while maintai...
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Inconel 738 LC samples were fabricated using laser powder bed fusion under continuous-wave and pulsed-wave ***,surface quality and mechanical properties were compared to evaluate the printing quality between these 2 l...
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Inconel 738 LC samples were fabricated using laser powder bed fusion under continuous-wave and pulsed-wave ***,surface quality and mechanical properties were compared to evaluate the printing quality between these 2 laser beam *** results show that the application of pulsed wave could effectively eliminate cracking in the as-fabricated sample,despite 0.046%porosity *** microstructure analysis revealed that the refinement of grains by the pulsed-wave laser beam was the main contributor in eliminating the *** this refinement was ascribed to the higher cooling rate under the discontinuous radiation of laser beam proofed by the numerical *** the pore formation was related to Rayleigh instability and residual bubbles in the sample under the pulsed-wave mode,while pores were less detrimental to the mechanical properties than ***,the part under the pulsed-wave mode exhibited superior mechanical performance compared to that under the continuous-wave mode.
Macroalgae are vital components of blue carbon ecosystems, yet their elemental compositions in the Red Sea are not well understood. This study analyzed 22 elements in 161 macroalgae blades from 13 species in the Saudi...
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This study proposes a facile, but precise method to back-calculate the effective modulus of nanocomposite interleaving plies. Adaptation of a conventional dry-reinforcement resin film infusion (RFI) approach allows in...
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This study proposes a facile, but precise method to back-calculate the effective modulus of nanocomposite interleaving plies. Adaptation of a conventional dry-reinforcement resin film infusion (RFI) approach allows interleaving neat epoxy layers (NE) with the epoxy-infused nanofibrous plies (XE) of constant thickness. The final cured nanocomposite laminate thus has the form (NE/XE)n, where “n” denotes the number of the repeats and enables clear distinction of the nanocomposite interlayers through the thickness. Mechanical testing of neat epoxy and laminated nanocomposite specimens can be coupled with the classical lamination theory for back-calculating in-plane elastic modulus of the individual epoxy-infused nanofibrous plies (EXE). Finite element analysis (FEA) and testing the laminated nanocomposite subject to flexural loading (3-point bending) are proposed to validate the analytically back-calculated EXE. It is shown that the FEA prediction incorporating EXE and testing for flexural modulus of (NE/XE)20 laminated nanocomposites correlate well and the results are within 5%. This finding suggests that the back-calculation scheme reported herein would be attractive for accurately determining the properties of an individual nanocomposite building block layer. The proposed framework is beneficial for modelling laminated structural composites incorporating XE-like nanocomposite interlayers.
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