Vertically Aligned Silicon Carbide Nanowires/Boron Nitride Cellulose Aerogel Networks Enhanced Thermal Conductivity and Electromagnetic Absorbing of Epoxy Composites

With the innovation of microelectronics technology, the heat dissipation problem inside the device will face a severe test. In this work, cellulose aerogel(CA) with highly enhanced thermal conductivity(TC) in vertical planes was successfully obtained by constructing a vertically aligned silicon carbide nanowires(SiC NWs)/boron nitride(BN) network via the ice template-assisted strategy. The unique network structure of SiC NWs connected to BN ensures that the TC of the composite in the vertical direction reaches 2.21 W m^(-1) K^(-1) at a low hybrid filler loading of 16.69 wt%, which was increased by 890% compared to pure epoxy(EP). In addition, relying on unique porous network structure of CA, EP-based composite also showed higher TC than other comparative samples in the horizontal direction. Meanwhile, the composite exhibits good electrically insulating with a volume electrical resistivity about 2.35 × 10^(11) Ω cm and displays excellent electromagnetic wave absorption performance with a minimum reflection loss of-21.5 dB and a wide effective absorption bandwidth(<-10 dB) from 8.8 to 11.6 GHz. Therefore, this work provides a new strategy for manufacturing polymer-based composites with excellent multifunctional performances in microelectronic packaging applications.

Vertical Alignment of Anisotropic Fillers Assisted by Expansion Flow in Polymer Composites

Orientation control of anisotropic one-dimensional(1D)and two-dimensional(2D)materials in solutions is of great importance in many fields ranging from structural materials design,the thermal management,to energy storage.Achieving fine control of vertical alignment of anisotropic fillers(such as graphene,boron nitride(BN),and carbon fiber)remains challenging.This work presents a universal and scalable method for constructing vertically aligned structures of anisotropic fillers in composites assisted by the expansion flow(using2D BN platelets as a proof-of-concept).BN platelets in the silicone gel strip are oriented in a curved shape that includes vertical alignment in the central area and horizontal alignment close to strip surfaces.Due to the vertical orientation of BN in the central area of strips,a throughplane thermal conductivity as high as 5.65 W m^(-1) K^(-1) was obtained,which can be further improved to 6.54 W m^(-1) K^(-1) by combining BN and pitch-based carbon fibers.The expansion-flow-assisted alignment can be extended to the manufacture of a variety of polymer composites filled with 1D and 2D materials,which can find wide applications in batteries,electronics,and energy storage devices.

A comparison of the field emission characteristics of vertically aligned graphene sheets grown on different SiC substrates

The field emission （FE） properties of vertically aligned graphene sheets （VAGSs） grown on different SiC substrates are reported. The VAGSs grown on nonpolar SiC （10-10） substrate show an ordered alignment with the graphene basal plane-parallel to each other, and show better FE features, with a lower turn-on field and a larger field enhancement factor. The VAGSs grown on polar SiC （000-1 ） substrate reveal a random petaloid-shaped arrangement and stable current emission over 8 hours with a maximum emission current fluctuation of only 4%. The reasons behind the differing FE characteristics of the VAGSs on different SiC substrates are analyzed and discussed.

High-performance proton exchange membrane fuel cell with ultra-low loading Pt on vertically aligned carbon nanotubes as integrated catalyst layer

Reducing a Pt loading with improved power output and durability is essential to promote the large-scale application of proton exchange membrane fuel cells(PEMFCs).To achieve this goal,constructing optimized structure of catalyst layers with efficient mass transportation channels plays a vital role.Herein,PEMFCs with order-structured cathodic electrodes were fabricated by depositing Pt nanoparticles by Ebeam onto vertically aligned carbon nanotubes(VACNTs)growth on Al foil via plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition.Results demonstrate that the proportion of hydrophilic Pt-deposited region along VACNTs and residual hydrophobic region of VANCTs without Pt strongly influences the cell performance,in particular at high current densities.When Pt nanoparticles deposit on the top depth of around 600 nm on VACNTs with a length of 4.6μm,the cell shows the highest performance,compared with others with various lengths of VACNTs.It delivers a maximum power output of 1.61 W cm^(-2)(H_(2)/O_(2),150 k Pa)and 0.79 W cm^(-2)(H_(2)/Air,150 k Pa)at Pt loading of 50μg cm^(-2),exceeding most of previously reported PEMFCs with Pt loading of<100μg cm^(-2).Even though the Pt loading is down to 30μg cm^(-2)(1.36 W cm^(-2)),the performance is also better than 100μg cm^(-2)(1.24 W cm^(-2))of commercial Pt/C,and presents better stability.This excellent performance is critical attributed to the ordered hydrophobic region providing sufficient mass passages to facilitate the fast water drainage at high current densities.This work gives a new understanding for oxygen reduction reaction occurred in VACNTs-based ordered electrodes,demonstrating the most possibility to achieve a substantial reduction in Pt loading<100μg cm^(-2) without sacrificing in performance.

Freeze-assisted Tape Casting of Vertically Aligned MXene Films for High Rate Performance Supercapacitors

Conventional electrode preparation techniques of supercapacitors such as tape casting or vacuum filtration often lead to the restacking or agglomeration of twodimensional(2 D)materials.As a result,tortuous paths are created for the electrolyte ions and their adsorption onto the surfaces of the active materials can be prevented.Consequently,maintaining high rate performance while increasing the thickness of electrodes has been a challenge.Herein,a facile freeze-assisted tape-casting(Fa TC)method is reported for the scalable fabrication of flexible MXene(Ti3C2Tx)supercapacitor electrode films of up to 700μm thickness,exhibiting homogeneous ice-template microstructure composed of vertically aligned MXene walls within lamellar pores.The efficient ion transport created by the internal morphology allows for fast electrochemical charge–discharge cycles and near thickness-independent performance at up to 3000 m V s-1 for films of up to 300μm in thickness.By increasing the scan rate from 20 to 10,000 m V s-1,Ti3C2Tx films of 150μm in thickness sustain 50%of its specific capacitance(222.9 F g-1).When the film thickness is doubled to 300μm,its capacitance is still retained by 60%(at 213.3 F g-1)when the scan rate is increased from 20 to3000 m V s-1,with a capacitance retention above 97.7%for over 14,000 cycles at10 A g-1.They also showed a remarkably high gravimetric and areal power density of 150 k W kg-1 at 1000 A g-1 and 667 m W cm-2 at 4444 m A cm-2,respectively.Fa TC has the potential to provide industry with a viable way to fabricate electrodes formed from 2 D materials on a large scale,while providing promising performance for use in a wide range of applications,such as flexible electronics and wearable energy storage devices.

Synthesis of novel aromatic polyimides containing bulky side chain for vertical alignment liquid crystals

In this study, a novel 4-（4-octyloxybenzoyloxy）biphenyl-3′,5′-diaminobenzoate and polyimides based on it were synthesized. The polyimide with mesogenic unit side chain exhibited excellent vertical alignment for nematic liquid crystal （LC）. The pretilt angles of LCs above 89° were kept after the rubbing process with 220 mm rubbing strength. The polyimide films as the alignment layer were baked at 120℃ for 12 h, the vertical alignment of LCs was still uniform and stable. Meanwhile, the UV-vis spectra of the noyel polyimide films showed the high transparency in a visible wave length.

Investigation on the Formation Mechanism of Double-Layer Vertically Aligned Carbon Nanotube Arrays via Single-Step Chemical Vapour Deposition

The mechanism for the formation of double-layer vertically aligned carbon nanotube arrays(VACNTs) through single-step CVD growth is investigated. The evolution of the structures and defect concentration of the VACNTs are tracked by scanning electron microscopy(SEM) and Raman spectroscopy. During the growth, the catalyst particles are stayed constantly on the substrate. The precipitation of the second CNT layer happens at around 30 min as proved by SEM.During the growth of the first layer, catalyst nanoparticles are deactivated with the accumulation of amorphous carbon coatings on their surfaces, which leads to the termination of the growth of the first layer CNTs. Then, the catalyst particles are reactivated by the hydrogen in the gas flow, leading to the precipitation of the second CNT layer. The growth of the second CNT layer lifts the amorphous carbon coatings on catalyst particles and substrates. The release of mechanical energy by CNTs provides big enough energy to lift up amorphous carbon flakes on catalyst particles and substrates which finally stay at the interfaces of the two layers simulated by finite element analysis. This study sheds light on the termination mechanism of CNTs during CVD process.

Composite Materials Containing Perfluorinated and Siloxane Units for Vertical Alignment of Liquid Crystals

Here we report on the study of vertical alignment of a nematic liquid crystal due to the segregation between perfluorinated and the polysiloxane groups of a multi-component composite alignment material. The measured surface anchoring energy was found to depend on the relative amount of polysiloxane matrix in the composite material. These kind of self-assembly will reduce the preparation time for display by eliminating few steps.

Investigation of factors affecting vertical sag of stretched wire

To study vertical sag requirements and factors affecting the stretched wire alignment method,the vertical sag equation is first derived theoretically.Subsequently,the influencing factors(such as the hanging weight or tension,span length,temperature change,elastic deformation,and the Earth’s rotation)of the vertical sag are summarized,and their validity is verified through actual measurements.Finally,the essential factors affecting vertical sag,i.e.,the specific strength and length,are discussed.It is believed that the vertical sag of a stretched wire is proportional to the square of the length and inversely proportional to the specific strength of the material.

Self-assembled all-oxides three-phase vertically aligned nanocomposite thin film with multifunctionality

Multi-phase vertically aligned nanocomposite(MP-VAN)thin films represent a promising avenue for achieving complex multifunctionality,exploring novel interfacial phenomena,and enabling complex metamaterial designs and exploration.In this study,a novel self-assembled all-oxides three-phase VAN system was conceptualized and fabricated utilizing pulsed laser deposition(PLD)with a single composite target.Detailed microstructural analysis reveals the presence of three distinct phases:LiNbO_(3),CeO_(2-x),and LiNbCe_(1-x)O_(y)within the MP-VAN films.Subsequently,ferroelectric,dielectric,optical anisotropy,and magnetic properties were systematically investigated to showcase the multifunctionality inherent in these films.This work presents a pioneering approach to designing and realizing MP-VAN systems,and opens up opportunities for tailoring the complex three-dimensional(3D)physical properties and property coupling of VAN films towards diverse device applications.

Template-assisted growth of Co-BaTiO_(3) vertically aligned nanocomposite thin films with strong magneto-optical coupling effect

Oxide-metal based nanocomposite thin films have attracted great interests owing to their unique anisotropic structure and physical properties.A wide range of Au-based oxide-metal nanocomposites have been demonstrated,while other metal systems are scarce due to the challenges in the initial nucleation and growth as well as possible interdiffusions of the metallic nanopillars.In this work,a unique anodic aluminum oxide(AAO)template was used to grow a thin Co seed layer and the following self-assembled metal-oxide(Co-BaTiO_(3))vertically aligned nanocomposite thin film layer.The AAO template allows the uniform growth of Co-seeds and successfully deposition of highly ordered Co pillars(with diameter<5 nm and interval between pillars<10 nm)inside the oxide matrix.Significant magnetic anisotropy and strong magneto-optical coupling properties have been observed.A thin Au-BaTiO_(3) template was also later introduced for further enhanced nucleation and ordered growth of the Co-nanopillars.Taking the advantage of such a unique nanostructure,a large out-of-plane(OP)coercive field(Hc)of~5000 Oe has been achieved,making the nanocomposite an ideal candidate for high density perpendicular magnetic tunneling junction(p-MTJ).A strong polar magneto-optical Kerr effect(MOKE)has also been observed which inspires a novel optical-based reading method of the MTJ states.

3D vertically aligned microchannel structure to enhance piezoelectric energy harvesting performance of PZT/PVDF&CNTs piezoelectric composites

Piezoelectric energy harvesters(PEHs)have attracted significant attention with the ability of converting mechanical energy into electrical energy and power the self-powered microelectronic components.Generally,material's superior energy harvesting performance is closely related to its high transduction coefficient(d_(33)×g_(33)),which is dependent on higher piezoelectric coefficient d33 and lower dielectric constantεr of materials.However,the high d33 and lowεr are difficult to be simultaneously achieved in piezoelectric ceramics.Herein,lead zirconate titanate(PZT)based piezoelectric composites with vertically aligned microchannel structure are constructed by phase-inversion method.The polyvinylidene fluoride(PVDF)and carbon nanotubes(CNTs)are mixed as fillers to fabricate PZT/PVDF&CNTs composites.The unique structure and uniformly distributed CNTs network enhance the polarization and thus improve the d33.The PVDF filler effectively reduce theεr.As a consequence,the excellent piezoelectric coefficient(d_(33)=595 pC/N)and relatively low dielectric constant(ε_(r)=1,603)were obtained in PZT/PVDF&CNTs composites,which generated an ultra-high d_(33)×g_(33) of 24,942×10^(−15) m^(2)/N.Therefore,the PZT/PVDF&CNTs piezoelectric composites achieve excellent energy harvesting performance(output voltage:66 V,short current:39.22μA,and power density:1.25μW/mm^(2)).Our strategy effectively boosts the performance of piezoelectric-polymer composites,which has certain guiding significance for design of energy harvesters.

Band alignment between NiO_(x) and nonpolar/semipolar GaN planes for selective-area-doped termination structure

Band alignment between NiO_(x) and nonpolar GaN plane and between NiO_(x) and semipolar GaN plane are measured by x-ray photoelectron spectroscopy. They demonstrate that the maximum value of the valence band in the unintentional-doped a-plane, m-plane, and r-plane GaN are comparable to each other, which means that all the substrates are of n-type with similar background carrier concentrations. However, the band offset at the NiO_(x)/GaN interface presents obvious crystalline plane dependency although they are coated with the same NiO_(x) films. By fitting the Ga 3 d spectrum obtained from the NiO_(x)/GaN interface, we find that relatively high Ga–O content at the interface corresponds to a small band offset. On the one hand, the high Ga–O content on the GaN surface will change the growth mode of NiO_(x). On the other hand, the affinity difference between Ga and O forms a dipole which will introduce an extra energy band bending.

Controlled Growth of Well-Aligned Carbon Nanotubes, Electrochemical Modification and Electrodeposition of Multiple Shapes of Gold Nanostructures

An efficient method has been developed to synthesize well-aligned multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) on a conductive Ta substrate by chemical vapour deposition (CVD). Free-standing MWCNTs arrays were functionalized through electrochemical oxidation with the formation of hydroxyl and carboxyl functional groups. Using a new oven drying technique, we demonstrate that the unidirectionally aligned and laterally spaced geometry of the CNT arrays can be retained after being subjected to each step of electrochemical modification. Samples were analyzed by using a field emission scanning electron microscope (SEM), transmission electron microscope (TEM), Fourier transformed infrared (FTIR) and Raman spectroscopy. Useful electrochemical methods for the synthesis of various gold nanostructures onto the aligned MWCNTs were then presented for the first time. The results demonstrated that flowerlike nanoparticle arrays, nanosheets and nanoflowers were obtained on the aligned CNTs under different experimental conditions. These kinds of aligned-CNT/Au nanostructures hybrid materials introduced by these efficient and simple electrochemical methods could lead to development of a new generation device for ultrasensitive catalytic and biological application.

基于深度强化学习的铁路纵断面智能设计模型研究

传统智能算法通常要求变量维度在计算过程中不变,而铁路纵断面智能设计中的变坡点数量需要根据地形等变化自适应确定。考虑到强化学习能从地面高程和已经生成的线形等环境数据中获得最优策略的特点,将深度强化学习方法应用于纵断面智能设计,研究智能体决策变坡点的方法,提出铁路纵断面设计的变坡点决策模型,确定模型中的状态、动作、奖励等表达形式。结合纵断面设计约束多的特点,引入动作屏蔽机制处理约束,加快收敛并提高模型性能。将计算期引入模型的状态,提出通过单网络产生多个多目标策略的单网络多策略的多目标处理方法。通过实际工程案例验证了本文所提模型的正确性和有效性。

基于随机参数logit的山区高速公路事故严重程度研究

为了探究平曲线、纵曲线、平纵组合线形对山区高速公路交通事故严重程度的影响,首先,统计分析某山区高速公路263 km路段的线形数据和该路段5年内发生的1870起事故,并将其分类;然后,根据调研数据的结构形式,建立随机参数logit模型,进而利用该模型研究组合线形对事故严重程度的影响。结果表明:曲线比例(ROC)、加权曲率(CW)、单元坡度差(ΔS_(2))等因素与仅财产损失事故增加相关,而坡长组合(CSL)与仅财产损失事故减少相关;加权曲率(CW=0.6~0.7)和连续上坡与轻伤事故的事故增加相关,加权曲率(CW=0.3~0.4)、单元坡度差(ΔS_(1))、曲线比例(ROC)等因素与轻伤事故减少相关;曲率变化率(VRC)、单元半径比(CRF,CRB)、弯坡组合(CSR)等因素与重伤或死亡事故增加相关,曲线比例(ROC)与重伤或死亡事故减少相关;组合线形对事故严重程度有着显著影响。

无托槽隐形矫治技术远移磨牙对不同垂直骨面型患者垂直向控制的效果

背景:已有研究证实,无托槽隐形矫治技术能够有效实现磨牙的远中移动,但是对于远移磨牙后不同垂直骨面型患者垂直向如何变化尚未明确。目的:探讨无托槽隐形矫治技术推磨牙向远中对不同垂直骨面型患者在垂直向上的影响。方法:选择40例(安氏Ⅰ类13例,安氏Ⅱ类20例,安氏Ⅲ类7例)错牙合畸形患者,其中高角组13例,均角组17例,低角组10例;年龄10-53岁,平均28.5岁。应用无托槽隐形矫治技术进行正畸治疗,均采取推磨牙向远中的方法,治疗前后拍摄头颅侧位片,由同一位专业正畸医师对牙齿和颌骨的矢状向及垂直向相关指标进行测量,每个数据测量3次取平均值。结果与结论:①40例患者矫治后牙列拥挤解除,前牙建立正常覆合覆盖,面型得到一定改善;②高角组的下颌平面与前颅底平面的交角(GoGn-SN)减小0.4°,均角组、低角组的下颌平面与前颅底平面的交角(GoGn-SN)增加小于1°,3组中的前下面高(ANS-Me)增加小于1 mm,治疗前后差值均无统计学意义;③低角组上颌第一磨牙的近中颊尖点至上腭平面的距离(U6-PP)减小0.47 mm(P<0.01),均角组下颌中切牙切端至下颌平面的距离(L1-MP)减小0.83 mm(P<0.05),上中切牙长轴与前颅底平面相交的下内角(U1-SN)减小6.46°(P<0.001),差异有显著性意义;④提示无托槽隐形矫治技术推磨牙向远中能有效进行垂直向控制,防止下颌平面顺时针旋转,维持下面高,高角患者也能采用隐形矫治远移磨牙;隐形矫治器上下前牙压低实现率不足,临床设计方案时应该对前牙压低进行过矫治设计。

高速铁路竖曲线平顺性优化及工程应用

研究目的:高速行车条件下线路空间线形与旅客乘坐舒适度之间的关系更加紧密,纵断面竖曲线半径的合理设置对提升线路平顺性具有重要意义。本文基于高速铁路动静态检测数据,分析引起竖曲线地段动态检测数据超限的主要影响因素不是轨道几何形位,而是与竖曲线参数设置有关,结合高速铁路竖曲线设计原则提出以合理增大竖曲线半径改善轨道平顺性的竖曲线优化方法,应用该竖曲线优化方法制定某高速铁路竖曲线超限地段精调作业方案并验证作业效果。研究结论:(1)通过动力仿真得到250 km/h、300 km/h、350 km/h速度对应的精调作业竖曲线半径建议值,分别为22 500 m、29 500 m和35 000 m;(2)作业方案实施效果表明,超限地段42 m短波高低不平顺降幅48.21%,120 m长波高低不平顺降幅30.62%;车载式线路检查仪垂加Ⅱ级超限报警由日均11.4次降至2.0次;(3)本研究成果可为高速铁路竖曲线的轨道精调及标准设置提供参考。

Synthesis of vertically aligned carbon nanotube arrays on silicon substrates

The growth of well-aligned carbon nanotube (CNT) arrays using a heat chemical vapor deposition system on silicon substrates is reported. The growth properties of CNT arrays are studied as a function of synthesis conditions. It is found that 750°C and 10 nm Fe film are suitable conditions for the growth of well-aligned CNT arrays. CNT arrays with a uniform diameter, thick tube wall and firm cohesion to the Si substrate can be grown for C2H2 concentration of 27%. Based on the experiment, the processes of improving the alignment of CNT arrays and cohesion between CNT arrays and Si substrates are discussed.

基于三维线形的轻型高速公路纵断面指标研究

为了探究轻型高速公路路线纵断面设计关键参数,基于Carsim/Trucksim软件搭建了人-车-路耦合系统,根据普遍性和不利性原则,选取轿车、面包车和轻型货车作为轻型车辆的代表性车型,开展了代表性车型在直坡路段和弯坡组合路段的行驶仿真。根据轻型车辆在纵断面和弯坡组合路段运行特征,确定了轻型高速公路的控制车型以及路线纵断面的坡度、坡长参数。结果表明:轻型高速公路纵断面设计参数应以轻型货车和面包车作为控制车型;高速行驶下,车辆在弯坡组合路段的速度衰减比在单纵坡路段更为剧烈;根据速度衰减特性和允许速度降幅,轻型高速公路设计速度为100km/h时,若允许轻型货车通行,应以比功率为25W/kg的轻型货车作为控制车辆,路线纵断面最大纵坡为5%,最大坡长为750m,若不允许轻型货车通行,路线纵断面最大纵坡为6%,可不限制最大坡长;设计速度为120km/h和140km/h时,应以比功率为35W/kg的面包车作为控制车辆,路线纵断面最大纵坡分别为6%和5%,对应的最大坡长均为1200m。