The development of bioinspired gradient hydrogels with self-sensing actuated capabilities for remote interaction with soft-hard robots remains a challenging endeavor. Here, we propose a novel multifunctional self-sens...The development of bioinspired gradient hydrogels with self-sensing actuated capabilities for remote interaction with soft-hard robots remains a challenging endeavor. Here, we propose a novel multifunctional self-sensing actuated gradient hydrogel that combines ultrafast actuation and high sensitivity for remote interaction with robotic hand. The gradient network structure, achieved through a wettability difference method involving the rapid precipitation of MoO_(2) nanosheets, introduces hydrophilic disparities between two sides within hydrogel. This distinctive approach bestows the hydrogel with ultrafast thermo-responsive actuation(21° s^(-1)) and enhanced photothermal efficiency(increase by 3.7 ℃ s^(-1) under 808 nm near-infrared). Moreover, the local cross-linking of sodium alginate with Ca^(2+) endows the hydrogel with programmable deformability and information display capabilities. Additionally, the hydrogel exhibits high sensitivity(gauge factor 3.94 within a wide strain range of 600%), fast response times(140 ms) and good cycling stability. Leveraging these exceptional properties, we incorporate the hydrogel into various soft actuators, including soft gripper, artificial iris, and bioinspired jellyfish, as well as wearable electronics capable of precise human motion and physiological signal detection. Furthermore, through the synergistic combination of remarkable actuation and sensitivity, we realize a self-sensing touch bioinspired tongue. Notably, by employing quantitative analysis of actuation-sensing, we realize remote interaction between soft-hard robot via the Internet of Things. The multifunctional self-sensing actuated gradient hydrogel presented in this study provides a new insight for advanced somatosensory materials, self-feedback intelligent soft robots and human–machine interactions.展开更多
The efficient separation of amphoteric organic compounds from dilute solutions is of great importance in the industrial field. In the present work, the reactive extractions of 4-hydroxypyridine(4-HP) with tributyl pho...The efficient separation of amphoteric organic compounds from dilute solutions is of great importance in the industrial field. In the present work, the reactive extractions of 4-hydroxypyridine(4-HP) with tributyl phosphate(TBP), di(2-ethylhexyl) phosphoric acid(D2EHPA) and TBP + D2EHPA dissolved in 1-octanol were investigated, respectively. The influences of the initial concentrations of TBP, D2EHPA and TBP + D2EHPA on distribution ratio(D) were discussed, as well as the reactive extraction mechanism were proposed. The obvious intensification effect was observed when the mixture of TBP and D2EHPA was used as extractant. The best extraction conditions were found to be of the molar ratio of D2EHPA and TBP at 2:1 and the equilibrium aqueous pH at 3.50-4.50. D values increased with the increase of the total concentration of TBP and D2EHPA in 1-octanol. Especially, the analysis on the extraction mechanisms clearly indicate(i) TBP in 1-octanol shows negligible reactive extraction toward 4-HP,(ii) D2EHPA in 1-octanol exhibits moderate extraction effect by forming 4-HP:D2EHPA(1:1) and 4-HP:2D2EHPA(1:2) type complexes, while(iii) D2EHPA in TBP/1-octanol demonstrates the maximum distribution ratio with the 4-HP:D2EHPA(1:1) type complex domination. The discussion provides new insights on the mechanism and opens a new way for the intensified extraction of amphoteric organic compounds by using the mixture of multiple extractants in the diluent.展开更多
The spherical agglomerated particles were fabricated by spray drying with the powders of NiO,Cr2O3 and TiO2.Plasma spray power,which has good property of flowability,was acquired by heat treatment from the particles a...The spherical agglomerated particles were fabricated by spray drying with the powders of NiO,Cr2O3 and TiO2.Plasma spray power,which has good property of flowability,was acquired by heat treatment from the particles at 1200-C in the reducing atmosphere.Dark and uniform coating of More than 50μm thick was deposited on the copper sheet substrate by plasma spraying.It is found that the infrared normal total emissivity of the coating is up to 0.91 at 600-C by infrared radiation testing.The X-ray diffraction analysis shows that the formation of(Cr0.88Ti0.12)2O3 and spinel structural NiCr2O4 in the coating is the main reason for high effcient infrared radiation,and the phase structure and performance of coating is favorable under the thermal cycle between room temperature and 600-C.展开更多
With the population increasing,fish communities,as important components in the river system,were inescapably impacted by human activities.To investigate these impacts,we characterized the fish community’s composition...With the population increasing,fish communities,as important components in the river system,were inescapably impacted by human activities.To investigate these impacts,we characterized the fish community’s composition by environmental DNA metabarcoding in the urban and suburban sites along Xiang River in central China.The results showed that 32 species were identified,and most species were from Cypriniform.The analysis indicated no significant differences in fish communities among the three urban areas.However,significant differences were observed between the bank solidified and non-solidified areas,which indicated that the channelization significantly influenced the biodiversity and abundances.An alien species,Clarias gariepinus,was discovered in all examined sites,and it was negatively associated with ten native species.Furthermore,human populations and acidification were also negatively related to diversity.Our findings clearly showed that the consequences of anthropogenic activities shaped ichthyofauna and caused biodiversity loss in the urban river.展开更多
基金The financial support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China (32201179)Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation (2020A1515110126 and 2021A1515010130)+1 种基金the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities (N2319005)Ningbo Science and Technology Major Project (2021Z027) is gratefully acknowledged。
文摘The development of bioinspired gradient hydrogels with self-sensing actuated capabilities for remote interaction with soft-hard robots remains a challenging endeavor. Here, we propose a novel multifunctional self-sensing actuated gradient hydrogel that combines ultrafast actuation and high sensitivity for remote interaction with robotic hand. The gradient network structure, achieved through a wettability difference method involving the rapid precipitation of MoO_(2) nanosheets, introduces hydrophilic disparities between two sides within hydrogel. This distinctive approach bestows the hydrogel with ultrafast thermo-responsive actuation(21° s^(-1)) and enhanced photothermal efficiency(increase by 3.7 ℃ s^(-1) under 808 nm near-infrared). Moreover, the local cross-linking of sodium alginate with Ca^(2+) endows the hydrogel with programmable deformability and information display capabilities. Additionally, the hydrogel exhibits high sensitivity(gauge factor 3.94 within a wide strain range of 600%), fast response times(140 ms) and good cycling stability. Leveraging these exceptional properties, we incorporate the hydrogel into various soft actuators, including soft gripper, artificial iris, and bioinspired jellyfish, as well as wearable electronics capable of precise human motion and physiological signal detection. Furthermore, through the synergistic combination of remarkable actuation and sensitivity, we realize a self-sensing touch bioinspired tongue. Notably, by employing quantitative analysis of actuation-sensing, we realize remote interaction between soft-hard robot via the Internet of Things. The multifunctional self-sensing actuated gradient hydrogel presented in this study provides a new insight for advanced somatosensory materials, self-feedback intelligent soft robots and human–machine interactions.
基金supported by the Science and Technology Research Project of Henan Province (192102310490 and 212102310505)。
文摘The efficient separation of amphoteric organic compounds from dilute solutions is of great importance in the industrial field. In the present work, the reactive extractions of 4-hydroxypyridine(4-HP) with tributyl phosphate(TBP), di(2-ethylhexyl) phosphoric acid(D2EHPA) and TBP + D2EHPA dissolved in 1-octanol were investigated, respectively. The influences of the initial concentrations of TBP, D2EHPA and TBP + D2EHPA on distribution ratio(D) were discussed, as well as the reactive extraction mechanism were proposed. The obvious intensification effect was observed when the mixture of TBP and D2EHPA was used as extractant. The best extraction conditions were found to be of the molar ratio of D2EHPA and TBP at 2:1 and the equilibrium aqueous pH at 3.50-4.50. D values increased with the increase of the total concentration of TBP and D2EHPA in 1-octanol. Especially, the analysis on the extraction mechanisms clearly indicate(i) TBP in 1-octanol shows negligible reactive extraction toward 4-HP,(ii) D2EHPA in 1-octanol exhibits moderate extraction effect by forming 4-HP:D2EHPA(1:1) and 4-HP:2D2EHPA(1:2) type complexes, while(iii) D2EHPA in TBP/1-octanol demonstrates the maximum distribution ratio with the 4-HP:D2EHPA(1:1) type complex domination. The discussion provides new insights on the mechanism and opens a new way for the intensified extraction of amphoteric organic compounds by using the mixture of multiple extractants in the diluent.
文摘The spherical agglomerated particles were fabricated by spray drying with the powders of NiO,Cr2O3 and TiO2.Plasma spray power,which has good property of flowability,was acquired by heat treatment from the particles at 1200-C in the reducing atmosphere.Dark and uniform coating of More than 50μm thick was deposited on the copper sheet substrate by plasma spraying.It is found that the infrared normal total emissivity of the coating is up to 0.91 at 600-C by infrared radiation testing.The X-ray diffraction analysis shows that the formation of(Cr0.88Ti0.12)2O3 and spinel structural NiCr2O4 in the coating is the main reason for high effcient infrared radiation,and the phase structure and performance of coating is favorable under the thermal cycle between room temperature and 600-C.
基金the sample collections.This study was supported by the Key projects of Hunan Provincial Education Department(No.19A222)Hunan Provincial Natural Science Foundation(2018JJ3236)+1 种基金National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2019YFD09006030)National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.31772832 and 31960254).
文摘With the population increasing,fish communities,as important components in the river system,were inescapably impacted by human activities.To investigate these impacts,we characterized the fish community’s composition by environmental DNA metabarcoding in the urban and suburban sites along Xiang River in central China.The results showed that 32 species were identified,and most species were from Cypriniform.The analysis indicated no significant differences in fish communities among the three urban areas.However,significant differences were observed between the bank solidified and non-solidified areas,which indicated that the channelization significantly influenced the biodiversity and abundances.An alien species,Clarias gariepinus,was discovered in all examined sites,and it was negatively associated with ten native species.Furthermore,human populations and acidification were also negatively related to diversity.Our findings clearly showed that the consequences of anthropogenic activities shaped ichthyofauna and caused biodiversity loss in the urban river.
