A new mutually destabilized reactive hydride system:LiBH4–Mg2NiH4

In this work,the hydrogen sorption properties of the LiBH4-Mg2NiH4 composite system with the molar ratio 2:2.5 were thoroughly investigated as a function of the applied temperature and hydrogen pressure.To the best of our knowledge,it has been possible to prove experimentally the mutual destabilization between LiBH4 and Mg2NiH4.A detailed account of the kinetic and thermodynamic features of the dehydrogenation process is reported here.

Inclusion of CoTiO_(3) to ameliorate the re/dehydrogenation properties of the Mg–Na–Al system

For the first time,the MgH_(2)–NaAlH_(4)(ratio 4:1)destabilized system with CoTiO_(3) addition has been explored.The CoTiO_(3)-doped MgH_(2)–NaAlH_(4) sample begins to dehydrogenate at 130℃,which is declined by 40℃ compared to the undoped MgH_(2)–NaAlH_(4).Moreover,the de/rehydrogenation kinetics characteristics of the CoTiO_(3)-doped MgH_(2)–NaAlH_(4) were greatly ameliorated.With the inclusion of CoTiO_(3),the MgH_(2)–NaAlH_(4) composite absorbed 5.2 wt.%H_(2),higher than undoped MgH_(2)–NaAlH_(4).In the context of dehydrogenation,the CoTiO_(3)-doped MgH_(2)–NaAlH_(4) sample desorbed 2.6 wt.%H_(2),almost doubled compared to the amount of hydrogen desorbed from the undoped MgH_(2)–NaAlH_(4) sample.The activation energy obtained by the Kissinger analysis for MgH_(2) decomposition was significantly lower by 35.9 kJ/mol than the undoped MgH_(2)–NaAlH_(4) sample.The reaction mechanism demonstrated that new phases of MgCo and AlTi_(3) were generated in situ during the heating process and are likely to play a substantial catalytic function and be useful in ameliorating the de/rehydrogenation properties of the destabilized MgH_(2)–NaAlH_(4) system with the inclusion of CoTiO_(3).

Three-dimensional stability calculation method for high and large composite slopes formed by mining stope and inner dump in adjacent open pits

The 2D limit equilibrium method is widely used for slope stability analysis.However,with the advancement of dump engineering,composite slopes often exhibit significant 3D mechanical effects.Consequently,it is of significant importance to develop an effective 3D stability calculation method for composite slopes to enhance the design and stability control of open-pit slope engineering.Using the composite slope formed by the mining stope and inner dump in Baiyinhua No.1 and No.2 open-pit coal mine as a case study,this research investigates the failure mode of composite slopes and establishes spatial shape equations for the sliding mass.By integrating the shear resistance and sliding force of each row of microstrip columns onto the bottom surface of the strip corresponding to the main sliding surface,a novel 2D equivalent physical and mechanical parameters analysis method for the strips on the main sliding surface of 3D sliding masses is proposed.Subsequently,a comprehensive 3D stability calculation method for composite slopes is developed,and the quantitative relationship between the coordinated development distance and its 3D stability coefficients is examined.The analysis reveals that the failure mode of the composite slope is characterized by cutting-bedding sliding,with the arc serving as the side interface and the weak layer as the bottom interface,while the destabilization mechanism primarily involves shear failure.The spatial form equation of the sliding mass comprises an ellipsoid and weak plane equation.The analysis revealed that when the coordinated development distance is 1500 m,the error rate between the 3D stability calculation result and the 2D stability calculation result of the composite slope is less than 8%,thereby verifying the proposed analytical method of equivalent physical and mechanical parameters and the 3D stability calculation method for composite slopes.Furthermore,the3D stability coefficient of the composite slope exhibits an exponential correlation with the coordinated development distance,with the coefficient gradually decreasing as the coordinated development distance increases.These findings provide a theoretical guideline for designing similar slope shape parameters and conducting stability analysis.

The Impact of Different Mining and Releasing Ratios on the Over-Support Pressure of Header Working Face

Through the theoretical analysis of overburden destabilization mechanism, FLAC 3D simplified plane numerical simulation method and field measurement method, we compared the relationship of overburden support pressure at 35 m of workface recovery, and the peak overburden support pressure decreased from 13.85 Mpa to 11.97 Mpa from 1:1 to 1:3. With the increase of mining ratio, the peak over-supporting pressure decreases: with the increase of top coal recovery thickness, the peak over-supporting pressure and the influence range will be further expanded, and the distance between the peak over-supporting pressure and the coal wall of the working face will be further increased and the high stress zone of the peak area will be expanded simultaneously.

Alloying Effect Study on Thermodynamic Stability of MgH2 by First-principles Calculation

First-principles calculations based on density functional theory were performed to study the effect of alloying on the thermodynamic stability of MgH2 hydride （rutile and fluorite structures） with transitional metals （TM=Sc, Ti, Y） and group IIA elements （M=Ca, Sr, Ba）. The results indicate that fluorite structure of these hydrides are more stable than its relative rutile structure at low alloying content （less 20%）, structural destabilization of MgH2 appears in the alloying cases of Ti, Sr and Ba respectively. The structure-transition point from rutile structure to fluorite structure is at around 20% for MgH2-TM, and about 40% for MgH2-M. The formation enthalpy of fluorite Mg0.5Ba0.52 is about 0.3 eV and higher than that of fluorite MgH2, indicating that its hydrogen-desorption temperature at atmospheric pressure will be much lower than that of pure MgH2. Good consistency between experimental and calculated data suggests that above-adopted method is useful to predict structural transition and properties of MgH2 based hydrides for hydrogen storage.

New insights into p53 activation

The tumor suppressor p53 is a multifunctional, highly regulated, and promoter-specific transcriptional factor that is uniquely sensitive to DNA damage and cellular stress signaling. The mechanisms by which p53 directs a damaged cell down either a cell growth arrest or an apoptotic pathway remain poorly understood. Evidence suggests that the in vivo functions of p53 seem to balance the cell-fate choice with the type and severity of damage that occurs. The concept of antirepression, or inhibition of factors that normally keep p53 at bay, may help explain the physiological mechanisms for p53 activation. These factors also provide novel chemotherapeutic targets for the reactivation of p53 in tumors harboring a wild-type copy of the gene.

Study on fault induced rock bursts

In order to study the rules of rock bursts caused by faults by means of mechanical analysis of a roof rock-mass balanced structure and numerical simulation about fault slip destabilization, the effect of coal mining operation on fault plane stresses and slip displacement were studied. The results indicate that the slip displacement sharply increases due to the decrease of normal stress and the increase of shear stress at the fault plane when the working face advances from the footwall to the fault itself, which may induce a fault rock burst. However, this slip displacement will be very small due to the increase of normal stress and the decrease of shear stress when the working face advances from the hanging wall to the fault itself, which results in a very small risk of a fault rock burst.

Dynamic destabilization analysis based on AE experiment of deep-seated,steep-inclined and extra-thick coal seam

No. 5 coal seam in Huating Coal Mine is a deep-seated, steep-inclined extra-thick coal seam where excavation disturbance is quite frequent. The maximum and minimum principal stresses differ widely. During mining, dynamical destabilization happens frequently and induce tragedies. Based on the comparison between the acoustic emission （AE） experiment on dynamical destabilization of coal rock and the related in situ testing results, this article provides comprehensive analysis on the regular quantificational AE patterns （energy rate, total events） of coal rock destabilization in complex-variable environment. The comparison parameters include dynamic tension energy rate, deformation resistance to compression, and shear stress.

Strength criterion effect of the translator and destabilization model of gas-bearing coal seam

Coal seam destabilization inflicts damage to equipment, causes property loss and personnel casualties,and severely threatens mining safety and efficient production. To further understand this destabilization based on the basic theory of Lippmann seam destabilization, a mathematical model was introduced for gas pressure distribution by considering intermediate principal stress and support resistance.Subsequently, we established a translation model suitable for the entire roadway coal seam with rocky roof and floor by applying the unified form of yield criterion in the state of plane strain. We also obtained the analytic expressions of coal seam stress distribution on both sides of the roadway and the widths of plastic and disturbance zones. Afterward, we analyzed several typical cases with different material yield criteria, obtained the plastic zone widths of the coal seam under different gas pressures, and assessed the effects of support resistance, roadway size, and coal strength on coal seam destabilization. Results showed that: the results obtained on the basis of Wilson and Mohr–Coulomb criteria are considerably conservative, and the use of Druker–Prager criteria to evaluate the rockburst-induced coal seam destabilization is safer than the use of the two other criteria; coal seam stability is correlated with gas pressure;and high-pressure gas accelerates the coal seam destabilization.

Comprehensive analysis of safe mining to heavy and steep coal seam under complex geophysics environment

In virtue of effect of N-S intensive ground stress and mining disturbance to +579E2EB_(1+2) mining site at Weihuliang Mine,the dip angle and section height is 65° and 52 m,respectively,the collapses happed frequently during mining.Firstly,mining condi- tions,spatial structure and parameters were investigated.Then physical simulation and dynamic numerical tracing and elaborate simulation relating roof and top-coal were ap- plied based on 2D-Block Program and quantitative regularity of stress at variable depths had been estimated.Furthermore,it was manifested that effective measures,i.e.,fast mining,control symmetrical top-coal-caving at dip and strike directions,optimizing ventila- tion system,active-stereo preventing gas were performed successfully in mining practice. Ultimately,the derived dynamic hazard were prevented so as to safety mining.

Optimizing and slope determination of final wall for Maiduk Mine with consideration of destabilizer factors

In this research, determination of final slope for Maiduk copper mine of Kerman is investigated according to destabilizing factors of the mine. The development of the Maiduk Mine caused the extension of the mine area and also withdrawal of its wall. So, optimizing possibility of mine slope is essential. Finally,the magnitude of optimized slopes for different walls of the mine in association with executive commands with better factors of safety is provided. The results show that the most important destabilizer factors are the presence of water and pore pressure in the faults and the main joints. With the omission of pore pressure, mine wall for the designed depth is quite stable. This requires a drainage pattern in the lifetime of the mine. In an optimistic point of view, the minimum factor of safety of the wall will be 2.81 even without drainage. This conclusion allows optimizing the slope to its maximum magnitude of 51 degree. With the pessimistic engineering judgment and with the higher SF, the magnitude of the slope is optimized to 47 degree.

Dissipation-induced instabilities and symmetry

The paradox of destabilization of a conservative or non-conservative system by small dissipation,or Ziegler’s paradox（1952）,has stimulated a growing interest in the sensitivity of reversible and Hamiltonian systems with respect to dissipative perturbations.Since the last decade it has been widely accepted that dissipation-induced instabilities are closely related to singularities arising on the stability boundary,associated with Whitney’s umbrella.The first explanation of Ziegler’s paradox was given（much earlier）by Oene Bottema in 1956.The aspects of the mechanics and geometry of dissipation-induced instabilities with an application to rotor dynamics are discussed.

Seismicity modulation by external stress perturbations in plate boundary vs.stable plate interior

Characterization of critically stressed seismogenic fault systems in diverse tectonic settings can be used to explore the stress/frictional condition of faults,along with its sensitivity for seismicity modulation by periodic stress perturbation.However,the process of seismicity modulation in response to external stress perturbation remains debated.In this paper,the characteristic difference in the seismicity modulation due to resonance destabilization phenomenon governed by rate-and-state friction is presented and val-idated with the globally reported cases of seismicity modulation in diverse tectonic settings.The rela-tively faster-moving plate boundary regions are equally susceptible for both shorter-period(e.g.,semi-diurnal,diurnal,and other small tidal constituents)and long-period(e.g.,semi-annual,annual,pole tide and pole wobble)seismicity modulation processes in response to stress perturbations from natural har-monic forcing,including tidal,semi-annual,annual,or multi-annual time scales.In contrast,slowly deforming stable plate interior regions and diffuse deformation zones appear to be more sensitive for long-period seismicity modulation of semi-annual,annual,or even multi-annual time scales but less sen-sitive for short-period seismicity modulation.This finding is also supported by the theoretical model pre-dictions from the resonance destabilization process and worldwide documented natural observations of seismicity modulation in diverse types of tectonic settings.

Superelastic behavior and stabilization of stress-induced martensite in Cu-13.4Al-4.0Ni single crystals

By applying tensile stress along 〈100〉 of β phase, the superelastic behavior and stabilization of stress induced martensite (SIM) of Cu 13.4Al 4.0Ni(mass fraction, %) single crystals were studied. The results show that the pseudo yield stress decreases with the increase of cycling number, and keeping load isothermally has an effect on stabilization of SIM. Previous thermal cycling between ( M s-20 ℃) and ( A f+20 ℃) promotes the superelasticity and the stabilization of SIM as well; the pre thermal cycling also reduces the pseudo yield stress. However, once the stabilization of SIM is produced, it can be destabilized by either the afterwards thermal cooling heating cycling or load and immediately unload cycling in ( A f～ M d). Isothermal treatment in ( A f～ M d) brings restabilization of SIM. The maximum superelastic value from β → β ′ 1(18 R ) is 9% for the studied single crystal. When test temperature is in A f～( A f+50 ℃) and stress is in 0～350 MPa, the superelastic behavior exist. [

Catastrophic destabilization of tunnel under rocks slipping in faultage

The model of catastrophic destabilization of tunnel under rock slipping in fault zone based on catastrophic theory and the potential function of fault movement were pre- sented.On the basis of the results above,through Taylor series expansion of the equation of equilibrium surface,its standard form was obtained.Analysis show that catastrophic destabilization of tunnel will occur only when stiffness ratio between elastic sector and strain weakening sector of soft rocks was larger than or equal to 1.On the other hand, sliding behavior and evolution path of fault were directly affected by exogenous process, and it was a major extraneous factor which leads to catastrophic destabilization of tunnel. In the condition of system catastrophe could be generated,if external forces vary from smaller to larger,firstly,fault sticks or creeps,and secondly,when external force equal to or larger than critical value,fault turns to slip suddenly.Inverse,if external forces vary from larger to smaller,fault smoothly slips firstly,when external force equal to or smaller than critical value,and fault turns to stick or creep suddenly.

THE SOLUTION TO THE DESTABILIZING CRITICAL LOAD OF CIRCULAR DOUBLE ARTICULATED ARCH UNDER GOING VERTICAL DISTRIBUTIVE LOAD g_0/cos^2θ

In this paper, after taking th e effect of axis force on bending into consideration, the general potential ener gy for the circular double articulated arch is established undergoing vertical d istributive load g 0/ cos 2θ . With sufficient engineering precision, the fourth approximations to the destabilizing critical load of the arch under t his load are obtained by Ritz method. The approximations to the critical load ta ble are listed for various center angles of arch, and are contrasted with the cr itical load circular arch undergoing radial uniform load. Some reference results have been obtained.

STUDY ON HARD ROOF ROCKBURST IN COAL MINE

Based on practical observation in Mentougou Mine, a general law of roof rockburst is put forward. The destabilization theory of roof rockburst has been established. The general laws of microquake premonition and earth sound in roof rockburst is advanced. The relationship between roof rockburst and rockburst of coal body is studied.

Geological Context and Statistical Assessment of the Impacts of Sugarloaf Twin Disasters, in Western Sierra Leone

In the event of natural disasters, Sierra Leone like any other country loses lives as well as properties and natural resources. Despite notable occurrences of small disasters in the country, only on August 14th sugarloaf landslide and the resulting flash flood (twin disasters) which affected Regent and other communities in 2017 have captured both national and international attention due to their alarming impacts. To obtain a better knowledge on the nature of the disasters, this research considered the geological context of the landslide and focused on statistical analysis of the impacts of the twin disasters using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). Geological field-based approach and self-administered questionnaires of both closed and open-ended questions, personal interviews and observations were adopted as research techniques. Descriptive statistics and qualitative analysis were used to analyze the data of the research. Relevant literature from books, journals, and newspapers was also consulted, including Radio, Television discussions and the internet. Slope destabilization that caused the Landslide was linked to the geology of sub-surface formation (highly weathered olivine gabbro), lineaments and the rate of weathering. Study showed remarkable economic, social and political impacts as a consequence of the twin disasters. Study also revealed that families assisted the most in both financial and non-financial ways to the victims, and renowned misappropriation of donated disaster funds. All variables tested using student t-distribution and chi-square test of independence accepted the hypothesis. Information obtained from this work could be fundamental for policy makers and development practitioners (Osuteye & Leck, 2017).

Ice-Cream Production from Lactose-Free UHT Milk

In this research,the samples of ice-cream made from control and lactose-free UHT milk were investigated in terms of their physical,chemical and organoleptic properties.The pH of samples varied between 6.28 and 6.36.The pH values of samples of cocoa were higher than that of plain samples.The overrun ratio of samples varied between 21.06%and 32.68%.The overrun ratio of lactose-free samples was lower than that of control samples.The melting ratio of samples varied from 0.45 g/min to 0.61 g/min.The fat destabilization index of samples was around 41.06%and 58.01%.The fat destabilization index of plain samples was higher than that of cocoa adding samples.The viscosity of ice cream samples was between 23.21 Pa·s-26.42 Pa·s.The viscosity of lactose-free ice-cream samples was higher than that of control ice-cream samples.The glucose ratio of samples was between 1.20%and 1.60%.The sucrose ratio of lactose-free samples was higher than that of control samples.As the lactose amount of samples of lactose-free plain and cocoa ice-cream were found 0.11%and 0.16%,respectively,the control samples contained lactose at high level as 1.11%and 1.04%.Panelists preferred the cocoa ice-cream to samples of plain ice-cream.

On the mechanism of Si-promoted destabilization of TiC_(x)particles in Al alloys

TiC_(x)is an excellent composite strengthening particle and grain refiner for Al alloys.However,the stability of TiC_(x)is poor when solute Si exists in Al alloy melts,which significantly depresses its strengthening and grain refining effects.In this work,the destabilization mechanisms of the TiC_(x)particles in Al-Si alloy melt with a composition of Al-7Si-7.5TiC were explored via experiments,first-principles calculations and thermodynamic calculations.The experimental results show that Si atoms diffuse into TiC_(x)and Ti atoms are released into the Al melt to form a Ti-rich transition zone during the insulation of TiC_(x)in Al-Si melt,and the TiAlySiz and Al_(4)C_(3)phases are solidified in the Ti-rich zone and at Ti-rich zone/TiC_(x)interface,respectively.The first principles calculations show that the low formation energy of C vacancies facilitates the rapid diffusion of Si atoms in TiC_(x),while the doping of Si atoms reduces the energy barrier of diffusion of Ti atoms in TiC_(x)and promotes the formation of Ti-rich zones.The thermodynamic calculations show that the wide crystallization temperature range of the destabilized product TiAlySiz phase is the key to continuous decomposition of TiC_(x)particles.In addition,the driving force of the main destabilization reaction of TiC_(x)in the Al-Si alloys is about 44 times higher than that in the Al alloys without Si addition.This indicates that the presence of solute Si remarkably promotes the subsequent decomposition process of TiC_(x)in the Al-Si alloy melts.