To decrease the size effects of friction in microforming, three kinds of surface coatings, such as diamond-like carbon(DLC), TiN and MoS2, were deposited on surfaces of dies with plasma based ion implantation and de...To decrease the size effects of friction in microforming, three kinds of surface coatings, such as diamond-like carbon(DLC), TiN and MoS2, were deposited on surfaces of dies with plasma based ion implantation and deposition(PBII D) method and magnetron sputtering technique, respectively. The tribological behavior of surface coatings was analyzed considering plastic deformation of specimen at contact interface. The analyses indicate that there is a lower coefficient of friction(COF) and a high wear resistance under the condition of large strain/stress when using the DLC film. The graphitization of DLC film occurs after 100 times of tests. The mechanism of graphitization was analyzed considering energy induced by friction work. The effects of DLC film properties on qualities of micro-deep drawn parts were investigated by analyzing the reduction of wall thickness, etc. The results indicate that DLC film is very helpful for improving the qualities of the micro-parts.展开更多
Ti-doped graphite-like carbon (Ti-GLC) films were synthesized successfully by magnetron sputtering technique. The compositions, microstructures and properties of the Ti-doped GLC films dependent on the parameter of ...Ti-doped graphite-like carbon (Ti-GLC) films were synthesized successfully by magnetron sputtering technique. The compositions, microstructures and properties of the Ti-doped GLC films dependent on the parameter of Ti target current were systemically investigated by Raman spectra, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), atomic force microscopy (AFM), nanoindentation and ball-on-disk tribometer. With the increase of the Ti target current, the ratio of sp2 bond and the content of Ti as well as the film hardness and compressive internal stress increase, but the high content of the Ti would result in the loose film due to the formation of the squamose structure. Less incorporated Ti reduces the friction of the GLC film in dry-sliding condition, while pure GLC film exhibits the lowest friction coefficient in water-lubricated condition. Ti-GLC film deposited with low Ti target current shows high wear resistance in both dry-sliding and water-lubricated conditions.展开更多
The friction and wear properties of carbon fiber reinforced copper matrix composite in dry sliding against AISI-1045 steel was evaluated by a block-on-ring test machine. It was shown that the low frictional factor and...The friction and wear properties of carbon fiber reinforced copper matrix composite in dry sliding against AISI-1045 steel was evaluated by a block-on-ring test machine. It was shown that the low frictional factor and wear rate of the composite block could be maintained when pressure or velocity was below a certain value. But when the pressure or velocity exceeded the critical value, the friction factor and wear rate tended to increase rapidly with pressure and sliding velocity. The morphologies, elemental compositions, and surface profile of worn composite surfaces at different wear stages were analyzed by means of scanning electron microscopy, energy dispersive spectrometry, and profile-meter. It was found that low values of friction and wear were due to a thin solid film forming on the surface of the composite block which includes carbon and copper at a mild wear stage. The film could impede adhesion and provide some degree of self-lubrication. When the film included more metal elements and were damaged, severe wear happened, and the wear rate increased sharply. As a result, a transition diagram in friction and wear was constructed, which provided pressure and velocity conditions of change from mild wear and low friction to severe wear and high friction for the wear-resisting design.展开更多
A highly ordered porous alumina template with pores of 45 nm in diameter was synthesized by a two-step electrochemical anodizing process. The influence of pore-enlargement treatment on the porous structure and tribolo...A highly ordered porous alumina template with pores of 45 nm in diameter was synthesized by a two-step electrochemical anodizing process. The influence of pore-enlargement treatment on the porous structure and tribological properties of the film was investigated, and ultrasonic impregnation technology was applied on it to form self-lubricating surface. The structure of the self-lubricating film and its tribological properties were investigated in detail. It can be concluded that the optimum time of pore-enlargement treatment is 20 min. The diameter of the pores and the surface porosity of the film are about 70 nm and 30%, respectively, while the film maintains the property of its high hardness. Under the same friction condition, the frictional coefficient of the self-lubricating film is 0. 18, much lower than that of the anodic aluminum oxide template, which is 0.52. In comparison with the lubricating surface of non-porous dense anodic aluminum oxide template, the lubricating surface fabricated by the ultrasonic impregnation method on the porous anodic aluminum oxide template keeps longer period with low friction coefficient. SEM examination shows that some C60 particles have been embedded in ultrasonic impregnation technology. the nanoholes of the anodic aluminum oxide template by the展开更多
The thermal elastohydrodynamic lubrication characteristics of a modified gear system under a dynamic load were investigated,including the influence of the modification coefficient and vibrations.Based on the dynamic t...The thermal elastohydrodynamic lubrication characteristics of a modified gear system under a dynamic load were investigated,including the influence of the modification coefficient and vibrations.Based on the dynamic theory of gear systems,a six-degree-of-freedom tribo-dynamics model was established.Thermal elastohydrodynamic lubrication characteristics of a modified gear system under vibrations and a static load were analyzed.The results showed that the positive transmission gear system exhibited the better lubrication effect compared with other transmission types.A thick lubricating oil film could be formed,and the friction coefficient between the teeth and the oil film flash temperature were the smallest.As the modification coefficient increased,the lubrication condition was continuously improved,and the scuffing load capacity was enhanced.The increment of the modification coefficient increased the meshing stiffness of the gear system but reduced the stiffness of the oil film.展开更多
Polyhedral oligomeric Silsesquioxanes (POSS) derived from vinyltrimethoxysilane (VMS) and modified with titanium tetrabutoxide (TTBO) (PVT) were prepared by sol-gel process catalyzed by hydrochloric acid (molar ratio:...Polyhedral oligomeric Silsesquioxanes (POSS) derived from vinyltrimethoxysilane (VMS) and modified with titanium tetrabutoxide (TTBO) (PVT) were prepared by sol-gel process catalyzed by hydrochloric acid (molar ratio: [HCl]/Si=0.05), and heating at 45 ℃ during 3 days. The PVT films (f-PVT) with different TTBO content, 5, 20 and 25wt% TTBO, were prepared by adding the stoichiometric amount of benzoyl peroxide (BPO) to PVT solutions in ethanol, dip-coating over glass substrates, and curing using an appropriate thermal cycle and time. The hardness and elastic modulus of f-PVT were tested by continuous stiffness measurement (CSM) of nanoindentation, and the tribological behaviors were comparatively investigated with a nanoscratch test. The influence of the different TTBO contents on the mechanical properties of f-PVT was discussed. The scratch and friction coefficient profiles of f-PVT were illustrated. As the results of the test, f-PVT with 20% TTBO showed the better scratch resistance and tribological behavior.展开更多
Tungsten film(W film) is deposited by using the ion beam assisted deposition(IBAD) on the 316 L substrate surface in this experiment. The micro structure and nano-hardness of the film are investigated by scanning elec...Tungsten film(W film) is deposited by using the ion beam assisted deposition(IBAD) on the 316 L substrate surface in this experiment. The micro structure and nano-hardness of the film are investigated by scanning electron microscopy(SEM) and nano-indentation tester. The tribological behavior of W film under lubrication by oil with ZDDP and MoDTC is evaluated by a SRV test machine. The tribo-film formed on the worn surfaces is investigated by X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy(XPS) to find out the tribological mechanisms between the W film and the two additional additives. The result shows that the W film lubricated by ZDDP and MoDTC-blended base oil has synergistic effects on the friction reduction property, while the anti-wear property is mainly caused by the hard surface of W film.展开更多
Ni-Cr/h-BN self-lubricating composities were prepared by powder metallurgy (P/M) method.The effects of hexagonal boron nitride (h-BN) content on the mechanical and tribological properties of the Ni-Cr/h-BN composites ...Ni-Cr/h-BN self-lubricating composities were prepared by powder metallurgy (P/M) method.The effects of hexagonal boron nitride (h-BN) content on the mechanical and tribological properties of the Ni-Cr/h-BN composites were investigated.The corresponding frictional models were established to analyze the formation of the lubricant h-BN films on the surfaces of the Ni-Cr/h-BN composites.The results show that,when the content of h-BN increases from 5% to 15% (mass fraction),the bending strength of the Ni-Cr/h-BN composite decreases from 96.670 MPa to 17.319 MPa,and the hardness (HB) decreases from 33 to 14.The friction coefficient of the Ni-Cr/h-BN composite decreases firstly from 0.385 to 0.216,and then increases to 0.284,while the wear rate decreases firstly from 4.14×10-9 kg/(N·m) to 1.35×10-9 kg/(N·m),then increases to 2.36×10-9 kg/(N·m).The best comprehensive mechanical and tribological properties can be obtained between 10% and 12% h-BN addition.展开更多
In this work, tribological characteristics of thin films composed of entangled carbon nanotubes(CNTs) were investigated. The surface roughness of CNT thin films fabricated via a dip‐coating process was controlled by ...In this work, tribological characteristics of thin films composed of entangled carbon nanotubes(CNTs) were investigated. The surface roughness of CNT thin films fabricated via a dip‐coating process was controlled by squeezing during the process with an applied normal force ranging from 0 to 5 kgf. Raman spectra and scanning electron microscopy(SEM) images of the thin films were obtained to estimate the influence of the squeezing process on the crystallinity of the CNTs. The analysis revealed that squeezing could reduce surface roughness, while preserving the crystallinity of the CNTs. Moreover, the surface energy of the cover glass used to press the CNT thin film was found to be the critical factor controlling surface roughness. A micro‐tribometer and macro‐tribometer were used to assess the tribological characteristics of the CNT thin film. The results of the tribotest exhibited a correlation between the friction coefficient and surface roughness. Dramatic changes in friction coefficient could be observed in the micro‐tribotest, while changes in friction coefficient in the macro‐tribotest were not significant.展开更多
Oil-in-water (O/W) emulsions are widely used in metal working such as hot rolling and cutting. Three kinds of O/W emulsions with low oil concentration were prepared which include conventional emulsion (CE), miniem...Oil-in-water (O/W) emulsions are widely used in metal working such as hot rolling and cutting. Three kinds of O/W emulsions with low oil concentration were prepared which include conventional emulsion (CE), miniemulsion (MNE) and microemulsion (ME). The lubricating properties of O/W emulsions with low oil concentration were investigated using the tribological testers and the thin film interferometry based on the relative optical interference intensity method. The tribological test results under boundary lubrication show that the friction coefficient and the total losing weight can be clearly seen: CE 〈 MNE 〈 ME. The lubricating film thicknesses under elastohydrodynarnic lubrication and thin film lubrication show that a relationship of the film formation abilities: CE 〉 MNE 〉 ME. Competitive wetting behavior of water and oil on solid surface was confirmed to play an important role in the film formation and tribological behaviors of O/W emulsion.展开更多
In this work, the influence of crystal structure on the friction coefficient of zinc oxide (ZnO) films was studied. The ZnO films were deposited on a Si (100) substrate using an atomic layer deposition process, an...In this work, the influence of crystal structure on the friction coefficient of zinc oxide (ZnO) films was studied. The ZnO films were deposited on a Si (100) substrate using an atomic layer deposition process, and the crystal structure of the ZnO films was changed by adjusting the substrate temperature. The surface morphology and the crystal structure of the ZnO films were meas- ured by an atomic force microscope and an X-ray diffractometer, respectively, and the friction coefficient of the ZnO fi)ms was measured by a ball-on-disk dry sliding tester. The results show that the ZnO films deposited at substrate temperatures below 200~C are dominated by (100), (002) and (101)-orientated crystals, while the ZnO films deposited at substrate temperatures above 250~C are dominated by (002)-orientated crystals, and that the crystal structure influences the friction coefficient of ZnO films greatly. The ZnO films with (002)-orientated crystals possess a larger friction coefficient than those with other orientated crystals. In order to verify this conclusion, we measured the friction behavior of the ZnO single crystals with different orienta- tions. The results are consistent well with our conclusion.展开更多
Detecting/sensing targets underwater has very important applications in environmental study, civil engineering and national security. In this paper, an organic-film based triboelectric nanogenerator (TENG) has been ...Detecting/sensing targets underwater has very important applications in environmental study, civil engineering and national security. In this paper, an organic-film based triboelectric nanogenerator (TENG) has been successfully demonstrated for the first time as a self-powered and high sensitivity acoustic sensor to detect underwater targets at low frequencies around 100 Hz. This innovative, cost-effective, simple-design TENG consists of a thin-film-based Cu electrode and a polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) film with nanostructures on its surfaces. On the basis of the coupling effect between triboelectrification and electrostatic induction, the sensor generates electrical output signals in response to incident sound waves. Operating at a resonance frequency of 110 Hz, under an acoustic pressure of 144.2 dBspc, the maximum open-circuit voltage and short-circuit current of the generator can respectively reach 65 V and 32 ~A underwater. The directional dependence pattern has a bi-directional shape with a total response angle of 60~. Its sensitivity is higher than -185 dB in the frequency range from 30 Hz to 200 Hz. The highest sensitivity is -146 dB at resonance frequency. The three-dimensional coordinates of an acoustic source were identified by four TENGs, self-powered active sensors, and the location of the acoustic source was determined with an error about 0.2 m. This study not only expands the application fields of TENGs from the atmosphere to water, but also shows the TENG is a promising acoustic source locator in underwater environments.展开更多
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文摘To decrease the size effects of friction in microforming, three kinds of surface coatings, such as diamond-like carbon(DLC), TiN and MoS2, were deposited on surfaces of dies with plasma based ion implantation and deposition(PBII D) method and magnetron sputtering technique, respectively. The tribological behavior of surface coatings was analyzed considering plastic deformation of specimen at contact interface. The analyses indicate that there is a lower coefficient of friction(COF) and a high wear resistance under the condition of large strain/stress when using the DLC film. The graphitization of DLC film occurs after 100 times of tests. The mechanism of graphitization was analyzed considering energy induced by friction work. The effects of DLC film properties on qualities of micro-deep drawn parts were investigated by analyzing the reduction of wall thickness, etc. The results indicate that DLC film is very helpful for improving the qualities of the micro-parts.
基金Project (50905178) supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProject (2011CB706603) supported by the National Basic Research Program of China
文摘Ti-doped graphite-like carbon (Ti-GLC) films were synthesized successfully by magnetron sputtering technique. The compositions, microstructures and properties of the Ti-doped GLC films dependent on the parameter of Ti target current were systemically investigated by Raman spectra, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), atomic force microscopy (AFM), nanoindentation and ball-on-disk tribometer. With the increase of the Ti target current, the ratio of sp2 bond and the content of Ti as well as the film hardness and compressive internal stress increase, but the high content of the Ti would result in the loose film due to the formation of the squamose structure. Less incorporated Ti reduces the friction of the GLC film in dry-sliding condition, while pure GLC film exhibits the lowest friction coefficient in water-lubricated condition. Ti-GLC film deposited with low Ti target current shows high wear resistance in both dry-sliding and water-lubricated conditions.
基金Supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.59275180) .
文摘The friction and wear properties of carbon fiber reinforced copper matrix composite in dry sliding against AISI-1045 steel was evaluated by a block-on-ring test machine. It was shown that the low frictional factor and wear rate of the composite block could be maintained when pressure or velocity was below a certain value. But when the pressure or velocity exceeded the critical value, the friction factor and wear rate tended to increase rapidly with pressure and sliding velocity. The morphologies, elemental compositions, and surface profile of worn composite surfaces at different wear stages were analyzed by means of scanning electron microscopy, energy dispersive spectrometry, and profile-meter. It was found that low values of friction and wear were due to a thin solid film forming on the surface of the composite block which includes carbon and copper at a mild wear stage. The film could impede adhesion and provide some degree of self-lubrication. When the film included more metal elements and were damaged, severe wear happened, and the wear rate increased sharply. As a result, a transition diagram in friction and wear was constructed, which provided pressure and velocity conditions of change from mild wear and low friction to severe wear and high friction for the wear-resisting design.
基金Project(2007CB607605) supported by the National Basic Research Program of China
文摘A highly ordered porous alumina template with pores of 45 nm in diameter was synthesized by a two-step electrochemical anodizing process. The influence of pore-enlargement treatment on the porous structure and tribological properties of the film was investigated, and ultrasonic impregnation technology was applied on it to form self-lubricating surface. The structure of the self-lubricating film and its tribological properties were investigated in detail. It can be concluded that the optimum time of pore-enlargement treatment is 20 min. The diameter of the pores and the surface porosity of the film are about 70 nm and 30%, respectively, while the film maintains the property of its high hardness. Under the same friction condition, the frictional coefficient of the self-lubricating film is 0. 18, much lower than that of the anodic aluminum oxide template, which is 0.52. In comparison with the lubricating surface of non-porous dense anodic aluminum oxide template, the lubricating surface fabricated by the ultrasonic impregnation method on the porous anodic aluminum oxide template keeps longer period with low friction coefficient. SEM examination shows that some C60 particles have been embedded in ultrasonic impregnation technology. the nanoholes of the anodic aluminum oxide template by the
基金Projects(51575289,51705270)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China。
文摘The thermal elastohydrodynamic lubrication characteristics of a modified gear system under a dynamic load were investigated,including the influence of the modification coefficient and vibrations.Based on the dynamic theory of gear systems,a six-degree-of-freedom tribo-dynamics model was established.Thermal elastohydrodynamic lubrication characteristics of a modified gear system under vibrations and a static load were analyzed.The results showed that the positive transmission gear system exhibited the better lubrication effect compared with other transmission types.A thick lubricating oil film could be formed,and the friction coefficient between the teeth and the oil film flash temperature were the smallest.As the modification coefficient increased,the lubrication condition was continuously improved,and the scuffing load capacity was enhanced.The increment of the modification coefficient increased the meshing stiffness of the gear system but reduced the stiffness of the oil film.
文摘Polyhedral oligomeric Silsesquioxanes (POSS) derived from vinyltrimethoxysilane (VMS) and modified with titanium tetrabutoxide (TTBO) (PVT) were prepared by sol-gel process catalyzed by hydrochloric acid (molar ratio: [HCl]/Si=0.05), and heating at 45 ℃ during 3 days. The PVT films (f-PVT) with different TTBO content, 5, 20 and 25wt% TTBO, were prepared by adding the stoichiometric amount of benzoyl peroxide (BPO) to PVT solutions in ethanol, dip-coating over glass substrates, and curing using an appropriate thermal cycle and time. The hardness and elastic modulus of f-PVT were tested by continuous stiffness measurement (CSM) of nanoindentation, and the tribological behaviors were comparatively investigated with a nanoscratch test. The influence of the different TTBO contents on the mechanical properties of f-PVT was discussed. The scratch and friction coefficient profiles of f-PVT were illustrated. As the results of the test, f-PVT with 20% TTBO showed the better scratch resistance and tribological behavior.
基金the Beijing Natural Science Foundation (3132023)the National Natural Science Foundation of China (51275494 and 51005218)+1 种基金the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities (2652012115 and 2652013081)the Tribology Science Fund of State Key Laboratory of Tribology (SKLTKF13B10) for their financial support to this research
文摘Tungsten film(W film) is deposited by using the ion beam assisted deposition(IBAD) on the 316 L substrate surface in this experiment. The micro structure and nano-hardness of the film are investigated by scanning electron microscopy(SEM) and nano-indentation tester. The tribological behavior of W film under lubrication by oil with ZDDP and MoDTC is evaluated by a SRV test machine. The tribo-film formed on the worn surfaces is investigated by X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy(XPS) to find out the tribological mechanisms between the W film and the two additional additives. The result shows that the W film lubricated by ZDDP and MoDTC-blended base oil has synergistic effects on the friction reduction property, while the anti-wear property is mainly caused by the hard surface of W film.
基金Project(MKPT-03-182) supported by the Ministry of Science and Technology of China
文摘Ni-Cr/h-BN self-lubricating composities were prepared by powder metallurgy (P/M) method.The effects of hexagonal boron nitride (h-BN) content on the mechanical and tribological properties of the Ni-Cr/h-BN composites were investigated.The corresponding frictional models were established to analyze the formation of the lubricant h-BN films on the surfaces of the Ni-Cr/h-BN composites.The results show that,when the content of h-BN increases from 5% to 15% (mass fraction),the bending strength of the Ni-Cr/h-BN composite decreases from 96.670 MPa to 17.319 MPa,and the hardness (HB) decreases from 33 to 14.The friction coefficient of the Ni-Cr/h-BN composite decreases firstly from 0.385 to 0.216,and then increases to 0.284,while the wear rate decreases firstly from 4.14×10-9 kg/(N·m) to 1.35×10-9 kg/(N·m),then increases to 2.36×10-9 kg/(N·m).The best comprehensive mechanical and tribological properties can be obtained between 10% and 12% h-BN addition.
基金supported by the National Research Foundation of Korea (NRF) grant funded by the Korea government (MSIP) (No. 2015R1C1A1A01053416)
文摘In this work, tribological characteristics of thin films composed of entangled carbon nanotubes(CNTs) were investigated. The surface roughness of CNT thin films fabricated via a dip‐coating process was controlled by squeezing during the process with an applied normal force ranging from 0 to 5 kgf. Raman spectra and scanning electron microscopy(SEM) images of the thin films were obtained to estimate the influence of the squeezing process on the crystallinity of the CNTs. The analysis revealed that squeezing could reduce surface roughness, while preserving the crystallinity of the CNTs. Moreover, the surface energy of the cover glass used to press the CNT thin film was found to be the critical factor controlling surface roughness. A micro‐tribometer and macro‐tribometer were used to assess the tribological characteristics of the CNT thin film. The results of the tribotest exhibited a correlation between the friction coefficient and surface roughness. Dramatic changes in friction coefficient could be observed in the micro‐tribotest, while changes in friction coefficient in the macro‐tribotest were not significant.
基金supported by the Ph.D. Programs Foundation of Ministry of Education of China (Grant No. 20100007120010)the Tribology Science Fund of State Key Laboratory of Tribology (Grant No. SKLTKF11A05)Science Foundation of China University of Petroleum,Beijing (GrantNo. KYJJ2012-04-17)
文摘Oil-in-water (O/W) emulsions are widely used in metal working such as hot rolling and cutting. Three kinds of O/W emulsions with low oil concentration were prepared which include conventional emulsion (CE), miniemulsion (MNE) and microemulsion (ME). The lubricating properties of O/W emulsions with low oil concentration were investigated using the tribological testers and the thin film interferometry based on the relative optical interference intensity method. The tribological test results under boundary lubrication show that the friction coefficient and the total losing weight can be clearly seen: CE 〈 MNE 〈 ME. The lubricating film thicknesses under elastohydrodynarnic lubrication and thin film lubrication show that a relationship of the film formation abilities: CE 〉 MNE 〉 ME. Competitive wetting behavior of water and oil on solid surface was confirmed to play an important role in the film formation and tribological behaviors of O/W emulsion.
基金supported by the National Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars(Grant No.50825501)the Science Fund for Creative Research Groups(Grant No.51321092)+1 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.51335005 and 91323302)the National Science and Technology Major Project(Grant No.2008ZX02104-001)
文摘In this work, the influence of crystal structure on the friction coefficient of zinc oxide (ZnO) films was studied. The ZnO films were deposited on a Si (100) substrate using an atomic layer deposition process, and the crystal structure of the ZnO films was changed by adjusting the substrate temperature. The surface morphology and the crystal structure of the ZnO films were meas- ured by an atomic force microscope and an X-ray diffractometer, respectively, and the friction coefficient of the ZnO fi)ms was measured by a ball-on-disk dry sliding tester. The results show that the ZnO films deposited at substrate temperatures below 200~C are dominated by (100), (002) and (101)-orientated crystals, while the ZnO films deposited at substrate temperatures above 250~C are dominated by (002)-orientated crystals, and that the crystal structure influences the friction coefficient of ZnO films greatly. The ZnO films with (002)-orientated crystals possess a larger friction coefficient than those with other orientated crystals. In order to verify this conclusion, we measured the friction behavior of the ZnO single crystals with different orienta- tions. The results are consistent well with our conclusion.
文摘Detecting/sensing targets underwater has very important applications in environmental study, civil engineering and national security. In this paper, an organic-film based triboelectric nanogenerator (TENG) has been successfully demonstrated for the first time as a self-powered and high sensitivity acoustic sensor to detect underwater targets at low frequencies around 100 Hz. This innovative, cost-effective, simple-design TENG consists of a thin-film-based Cu electrode and a polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) film with nanostructures on its surfaces. On the basis of the coupling effect between triboelectrification and electrostatic induction, the sensor generates electrical output signals in response to incident sound waves. Operating at a resonance frequency of 110 Hz, under an acoustic pressure of 144.2 dBspc, the maximum open-circuit voltage and short-circuit current of the generator can respectively reach 65 V and 32 ~A underwater. The directional dependence pattern has a bi-directional shape with a total response angle of 60~. Its sensitivity is higher than -185 dB in the frequency range from 30 Hz to 200 Hz. The highest sensitivity is -146 dB at resonance frequency. The three-dimensional coordinates of an acoustic source were identified by four TENGs, self-powered active sensors, and the location of the acoustic source was determined with an error about 0.2 m. This study not only expands the application fields of TENGs from the atmosphere to water, but also shows the TENG is a promising acoustic source locator in underwater environments.