Seeking for innovative structures with higher mechanical performance is a continuous target in railway vehicle crashworthiness design.In the present study,three types of hexagonal reinforced honeycomb-like structures ...Seeking for innovative structures with higher mechanical performance is a continuous target in railway vehicle crashworthiness design.In the present study,three types of hexagonal reinforced honeycomb-like structures were developed and analyzed subjected to out-of-plane compression,namely triangular honeycomb(TH),double honeycomb(DH)and full inside honeycomb(FH).Theoretical formulas of average force and specific energy absorption(SEA)were constructed based on the energy minimization principle.To validate,corresponding numerical simulations were carried out by explicit finite element method.Good agreement has been observed between them.The results show that all these honeycomb-like structures maintain the same collapsed stages as conventional honeycomb;cell reinforcement can significantly promote the performance,both in the average force and SEA;full inside honeycomb performs better than the general,triangular and double schemes in average force;meanwhile,its SEA is close to that of double scheme;toroidal surface can dissipate higher plastic energy,so more toroidal surfaces should be considered in design of thin-walled structure.These achievements pave a way for designing high-performance cellular energy absorption devices.展开更多
Because of its economical and environmentally friendly characteristics, the warm mix asphalt(WMA) is widely used in pavement engineering. However, the lack of microscopic study of WMA brings difficulties in understand...Because of its economical and environmentally friendly characteristics, the warm mix asphalt(WMA) is widely used in pavement engineering. However, the lack of microscopic study of WMA brings difficulties in understanding of its mechanical behavior and mechanisms at macroscopic scale which finally hinders the enhancement of WMA's performance. Therefore, this article aims to use atomic force microscopy(AFM), a promising microscopic technique, to investigate the effects of wax-based warm mix agents on asphalt microstructures and micromechanical properties at different temperatures. For simplicity's sake, microcrystalline waxes are selected as an alternative of these wax-based additives. It is shown that the sample preparation method has a vital impact on the morphology of asphalt samples. The effects of microcrystalline wax on asphalt's mechanical properties can be well captured by AFM tests. Results show that the blending of #70, #80 and #90 microcrystalline waxes lowers the modulus(20—60 MPa) of Pen70 asphalt at 25 ℃ while increasing its adhesion force(5—20 n N). The results of this study may shed some light on the comprehension of the effects of wax-based additives on asphalt materials at macroscopic level which can help estimate and predict its actual performance.展开更多
This article summarizes the comparison between the preparation, structure and mechanical properties of long fiber reinforced thermoplastics (LFT) and short fiber reinforced thermoplastics (SFT). Both of the experi...This article summarizes the comparison between the preparation, structure and mechanical properties of long fiber reinforced thermoplastics (LFT) and short fiber reinforced thermoplastics (SFT). Both of the experiment and theory results showed that the mechanical properties of long glass fiber reinforced thermoplastics pellets (LGFRT) have been enhanced better than that of short glass fiber reinforced thermoplastics pellets (SGFRT) manufactured by molding procession. After regulation of the relative humidity by 50 % , the mechanical properties of 30 % ( weight percent) short glass fiber content in SFT ( SFT-PA6-SGF30 ) are similar to that of 40 % long glass fiber content in LFT. Howev- er, the density of the latter is about 17 % lower than that of the former. Thus, the corresponding weight of products is reduced by 13 % ;output rate is increased by 21% , and the cost is therefore significantly lowered. And it has the fol- lowing advantages: impact strength is increased by 87 % ; the proportion is reduced by 20 % ; molding cycle is short- ened by 10 % ;materials cost is saved by 20 % -30 % and the final total cost is saved by 30 % -40 %. So LFT (LFT-PP-LGF40) can replace SFT (SFT-PA6-SGF30) with the similar basic mechanical properties under normal tem- perature or 160 ℃ lower.展开更多
Concrete Filled FRP (Reinforced Polymeric Plastic) Tubes (CFFT) and Reinforced Concrete Filled FRP Tubes (RCFFT) are known to have the capability to enhance structural performance in terms of structural stabilit...Concrete Filled FRP (Reinforced Polymeric Plastic) Tubes (CFFT) and Reinforced Concrete Filled FRP Tubes (RCFFT) are known to have the capability to enhance structural performance in terms of structural stability, ductility, as well as chemical resistance when compared with conventional concrete members. In this study, the authors evaluate the structural performance of the CFFT and the RCFFT through flexural tests for the purpose of applying the members as flexural ones. Moreover, the compressive behavior of the CFFT and the RCFFT members was investigated to examine their confinement effects. Based on the experimental and analytical results of the compressive behavior of the members, equations for estimating the ultimate compressive strengths of the CFFT and the RCFFT were proposed. In addition, the degree of improvement on the flexural performance of the RCFFT member strengthened by the FRP was analyzed from the flexural tests.展开更多
Confinement is an effective method in order to increase concrete strength and its ductility capacity. To improve the structural properties of lightweight concrete, Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP) can be used to confi...Confinement is an effective method in order to increase concrete strength and its ductility capacity. To improve the structural properties of lightweight concrete, Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP) can be used to confine the concrete. Effect of Fiber Reinforced Polymer on confined lightweight concrete elements is one of the most important research fields. It is generally accepted that the strength and stiffness of confined concrete is higher than unconfined one. In this research, behavior of confined and unconfined concrete specimens under uniaxial loading has been studied. In order to decrease stress concentration corners of specimens were chamfered to a radius of 5 to 25 mm. The Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) and Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) were used to confine lightweight concrete specimens. The stress-strain curve of specimens is compared.展开更多
Last two decades have witnessed significant progress in thermoelectric research, to which materials processing has crucial contributions. Compared with traditional zone-melting method used for fabricating bismuth tell...Last two decades have witnessed significant progress in thermoelectric research, to which materials processing has crucial contributions. Compared with traditional zone-melting method used for fabricating bismuth telluride alloys, new powder-based processes have more freedom for manipulating nanostructnres and nanocomposites. Thermoelectric performance enhancement is realized in most thermoelectric materials by introducing fine-grained and nano-composite structures with accurately controlled compositions. This review gives a comprehensive summary on the processing aspects of thermoelectric materials with three focuses on the powder synthesis, advanced sintering process and the formation of nanostructures in bulk materials.展开更多
基金Projects(51875581,51505502)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProjects(2017M620358,2018T110707)supported by China Postdoctoral Science FoundationProject(kq1905057)supported by the Training Program for Excellent Young Innovators of Changsha,China
文摘Seeking for innovative structures with higher mechanical performance is a continuous target in railway vehicle crashworthiness design.In the present study,three types of hexagonal reinforced honeycomb-like structures were developed and analyzed subjected to out-of-plane compression,namely triangular honeycomb(TH),double honeycomb(DH)and full inside honeycomb(FH).Theoretical formulas of average force and specific energy absorption(SEA)were constructed based on the energy minimization principle.To validate,corresponding numerical simulations were carried out by explicit finite element method.Good agreement has been observed between them.The results show that all these honeycomb-like structures maintain the same collapsed stages as conventional honeycomb;cell reinforcement can significantly promote the performance,both in the average force and SEA;full inside honeycomb performs better than the general,triangular and double schemes in average force;meanwhile,its SEA is close to that of double scheme;toroidal surface can dissipate higher plastic energy,so more toroidal surfaces should be considered in design of thin-walled structure.These achievements pave a way for designing high-performance cellular energy absorption devices.
基金financial support of the Education Department of Jiangsu Province under Grant No.JZ-007the Jiangsu Natural Science Foundation under Grant No.BK 20140111
文摘Because of its economical and environmentally friendly characteristics, the warm mix asphalt(WMA) is widely used in pavement engineering. However, the lack of microscopic study of WMA brings difficulties in understanding of its mechanical behavior and mechanisms at macroscopic scale which finally hinders the enhancement of WMA's performance. Therefore, this article aims to use atomic force microscopy(AFM), a promising microscopic technique, to investigate the effects of wax-based warm mix agents on asphalt microstructures and micromechanical properties at different temperatures. For simplicity's sake, microcrystalline waxes are selected as an alternative of these wax-based additives. It is shown that the sample preparation method has a vital impact on the morphology of asphalt samples. The effects of microcrystalline wax on asphalt's mechanical properties can be well captured by AFM tests. Results show that the blending of #70, #80 and #90 microcrystalline waxes lowers the modulus(20—60 MPa) of Pen70 asphalt at 25 ℃ while increasing its adhesion force(5—20 n N). The results of this study may shed some light on the comprehension of the effects of wax-based additives on asphalt materials at macroscopic level which can help estimate and predict its actual performance.
文摘This article summarizes the comparison between the preparation, structure and mechanical properties of long fiber reinforced thermoplastics (LFT) and short fiber reinforced thermoplastics (SFT). Both of the experiment and theory results showed that the mechanical properties of long glass fiber reinforced thermoplastics pellets (LGFRT) have been enhanced better than that of short glass fiber reinforced thermoplastics pellets (SGFRT) manufactured by molding procession. After regulation of the relative humidity by 50 % , the mechanical properties of 30 % ( weight percent) short glass fiber content in SFT ( SFT-PA6-SGF30 ) are similar to that of 40 % long glass fiber content in LFT. Howev- er, the density of the latter is about 17 % lower than that of the former. Thus, the corresponding weight of products is reduced by 13 % ;output rate is increased by 21% , and the cost is therefore significantly lowered. And it has the fol- lowing advantages: impact strength is increased by 87 % ; the proportion is reduced by 20 % ; molding cycle is short- ened by 10 % ;materials cost is saved by 20 % -30 % and the final total cost is saved by 30 % -40 %. So LFT (LFT-PP-LGF40) can replace SFT (SFT-PA6-SGF30) with the similar basic mechanical properties under normal tem- perature or 160 ℃ lower.
文摘Concrete Filled FRP (Reinforced Polymeric Plastic) Tubes (CFFT) and Reinforced Concrete Filled FRP Tubes (RCFFT) are known to have the capability to enhance structural performance in terms of structural stability, ductility, as well as chemical resistance when compared with conventional concrete members. In this study, the authors evaluate the structural performance of the CFFT and the RCFFT through flexural tests for the purpose of applying the members as flexural ones. Moreover, the compressive behavior of the CFFT and the RCFFT members was investigated to examine their confinement effects. Based on the experimental and analytical results of the compressive behavior of the members, equations for estimating the ultimate compressive strengths of the CFFT and the RCFFT were proposed. In addition, the degree of improvement on the flexural performance of the RCFFT member strengthened by the FRP was analyzed from the flexural tests.
文摘Confinement is an effective method in order to increase concrete strength and its ductility capacity. To improve the structural properties of lightweight concrete, Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP) can be used to confine the concrete. Effect of Fiber Reinforced Polymer on confined lightweight concrete elements is one of the most important research fields. It is generally accepted that the strength and stiffness of confined concrete is higher than unconfined one. In this research, behavior of confined and unconfined concrete specimens under uniaxial loading has been studied. In order to decrease stress concentration corners of specimens were chamfered to a radius of 5 to 25 mm. The Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) and Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) were used to confine lightweight concrete specimens. The stress-strain curve of specimens is compared.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.11474176)the Ministry of Science and Technology of China(Grant No.2013CB632503)
文摘Last two decades have witnessed significant progress in thermoelectric research, to which materials processing has crucial contributions. Compared with traditional zone-melting method used for fabricating bismuth telluride alloys, new powder-based processes have more freedom for manipulating nanostructnres and nanocomposites. Thermoelectric performance enhancement is realized in most thermoelectric materials by introducing fine-grained and nano-composite structures with accurately controlled compositions. This review gives a comprehensive summary on the processing aspects of thermoelectric materials with three focuses on the powder synthesis, advanced sintering process and the formation of nanostructures in bulk materials.