Composites on Base of the Ultradispersed Polytetrafluoroethylene and Graphite Oxide Intercalated Compounds

Composites based on ultradispersed polytetrafluoroethylene and intercalated graphite oxide compounds with dodecahydro-closo-dodecaborates and methods of their fabrication have been developed. The fabricated composites have been characterized using XRD analysis, and optical microscopy. These composites are distinguished with completeness of their combustion, since the combustion products comprise gaseous boron fluorine-containing compounds of boron, boron trifluoride (BF3), and boron oxyfluoride ((BOF)3). Besides, these composites are characterized with increased energy capacity as compared to purely oxygen-containing compounds, since the heat of formation of boron fluorine-containing compounds is higher than that of boron oxide. Introduction of ultradispersed polytetrafluoroethylene imparts composites with hydrophobicity, thus improving their functioning properties.

Synthesis and Characterization of Ibuprofen-Rectorite Composites by Solution Intercalation Method

The ibuprofen-rectorite composites were prepared by the solution intercalation method using ibuprofen and rectorite as raw materials, and were characterized by X-ray diffraction （XRD） analysis, Fourier transform infrared analysis and scanning electron microscopy （SEM）. The experimental results show that the ibuprofen is intercalated into the interlayer spaces of rectorite. The values of the （001） peaks of the ibuprofen-rectorite composite are larger than that of Na-rectorite and reach the largest when the reaction time and ibuprofen amount is 2 h and 0.36 g, respectively. The layered structure of Na-rectorite is destroyed to some extent with the intercalation of ibuprofen into the interlayer space in the structure of Na-rectorite. A part of ibuprofen in the ibuprofen Na-rectorite covers on the surface of Na-rectorite besides some ibuprofen enters into the interlayer space.

Lithium intercalation/de-intercalation behavior of a composite Sn/C thin film fabricated by magnetron sputtering

A tin film of 320 nm in thickness on Cu foil and its composite film with graphite of-50 nm in thickness on it were fabricated by magnetron sputtering. The surface morphology, composition, surface distributions of alloy elements, and lithium intercalation/de-intercalation behaviors of the fabricated films were characterized by X-ray diffraction （XRD）, scanning electron microscopy （SEM）, electron probe microanalyzer （EPMA）, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy （XPS）, inductively coupled plasma atomic emission spectrometry （ICP）, cyclic voltammetry （CV）, and galvanostatic charge/discharge （GC） measurements. It is found that the lithium intercalation/de-intercalation behavior of the Sn film can be significantly improved by its composite with graphite. With cycling, the discharge capacity of the Sn film without composite changes from 570 mAh/g of the 2nd cycle to 270 mAh/g of the 20th cycle, and its efficiency for the discharge and charge is between 90% and 95%. Nevertheless, the discharge capacity of the composite Sn/C film changes from 575 mAh/g of the 2nd cycle to 515 mAh/g of the 20th cycle, and its efficiency for the discharge and charge is between 95% and 100%. The performance improvement of tin by its composite with graphite is ascribed to the retardation of the bulk tin cracking from volume change during lithium intercalation and de-intercalation, which leads to the pulverization of tin.

Intercalation Assembly, Characterization and Luminescent Properties of Novel Supramolecular Composite Materials, Tb(Ⅲ) Complex with Tetrapodal Ligand-Montmorillonite

Two kinds of Tb（ Ⅲ ） complexes with tetrapodal ligand, [TbL（NO3）]^3＋ and [TbL]^3＋ （L： 1,1, 1＇, 1＇-tera （ 2-pyridinecarboxylester ）-di （ trimethylpropane）） were intercalated into the interlayer space of montmorillonite （MT） by ion exchange and coordination reaction of L with the Tb^3＋ ion existing in the interlayer space of Tb-MT respectively. The obtained luminescent supramolecular composite materials, [ TbL （NO3） ]^2＋-MT and [TbL]^3＋-MT were characterized by elemental analysis, XRD, FT-IR, UV-vis and thermal analysis. At the same time, the luminescent properties of the materials were also studied. The results show that the intercalated materials with regular layered structure, good thermal stability and the interlayer spacing （d001） approximates to the size of the complex ions which are located in the interlayer space of MT in the form of a monolayer.

Effect of Al2O3np on the Properties and Microstructure of B4Cp/Al Composites

Aluminum-matrix boron carbide (B4Cp/Al) is a kind of neutron absorbing material widely used in nuclear spent fuel storage. In order to improve the tensile property of B4Cp/Al composites, a new type of nano-Al2O3 particle (Al2O3np) reinforced B4Cp/Al + Al2O3np composites were prepared by powder metallurgy method. The Monte Carlo particle transport program (MCNP) was used to determine the influence of Al2O3np on the thermal neutron absorptivity of composites. The universal material testing machine and scanning electron microscope (SEM) were used to study the mechanical properties, microstructure and fracture morphology of B4Cp/Al composites. The results indicated that the neutron absorption properties of B4Cp/Al composites were not affected by the addition of nano-Al2O3 particles in the range of 1 wt%-15 wt%. The addition of Al2O3np can obviously reduce the grain size of B4Cp/Al matrix metals thus improve the tensile strength of the composites. The addition threshold of Al2O3np is about 2.5 wt%. Both B4Cp and Al2O3np change the fracture characteristics of the composites from toughness to brittleness, and the latter is more important.

Al_2O_3-Y_2O_3 Nano- and Micro-Composite Coatings on Fe-9Cr-Mo Alloy

Al2O3-Y2O3 nano- and micro-composite coatings were deposited on Fe-9Cr-Mo substrates by using sol-gel composite coating technology. The processing includes dipping samples in a sol-gel solution dispersed with fine ceramic powders, which are prepared by high-energy ball milling. High-resolution microscopy （FE-SEM） analyses show that the coating is composed of composite particle clusters with an average diameter of 1μm, and the coating is relatively dense without cracking during drying and sintering stages. XRD analyses show that the oxide coating is mainly composed of α-Al2O3 and γ-Al2O3. The oxidation tests performed at 600℃ in air show that the coatings are provided with much improved resistance against high temperature oxidation and scale spallation. It is indicated that nano-structured composite particles and reactive elements are integrated into the coatings, which plays an important role in preventing agglomeration of nano-particles and initiation of cracks.

Improvement of visible light-induced photocatalytic performance by Cr-doped SrTiO_3-carbon nitride intercalation compound (CNIC) composite

Novel organic-inorganic composite photocatalyst offers new opportunities in the practical applications of photocatalysis. Novel visible light-induced Cr-doped Sr Ti O3–carbon nitride intercalation compound(CNIC) composite photocatalysts were synthesized. The composite photocatalyst was characterized by X-ray diffraction(XRD), field-emission scanning electron microscopy(FESEM), high-resolution transmission electron microscopy(HRTEM), Fourier transform infrared(FT-IR) spectroscopy, UV-vis diffuse reflection spectroscopy, photoluminescence(PL) spectroscopy, and BET surface area analyzer. The photocatalytic oxidation ability of the novel composite photocatalyst was evaluated using methyl orange(MO) as a target pollutant. The photocatalysts exhibited a significantly enhanced photocatalytic performance in degrading MO. For maximizing the photodegradation activity of the composite photocatalysts, the optimal CNIC content was determined. The improved photocatalytic activity of the as-prepared Cr-doped Sr Ti O3–CNIC composite photocatalyst may be attributed to the enhancement of photo-generated electron–hole separations at the interface.

Influence of current density on nano-Al_2O_3/Ni+Co bionic gradient composite coatings by electrodeposition

Metal and nano-ceramic nanocomposite coatings were prepared on the gray cast iron surface by the electrodeposition method. The Ni-Co was used as the metal matrix,and nano-Al2O3 was chosen as the second-phase particulates. To avoid poor inter-face bonding and stress distribution,the gradient structure of biology materials was found as the model and therefore the gradient composite coating was prepared. The morphology of the composite coatings was flatter and the microstructure was denser than that of pure Ni-Co coatings. The composite coatings were prepared by different current densities,and the 2-D and 3-D morphologies of the surface coatings were observed. The result indicated that the 2-D structure became rougher and the 3-D surface density of apices became less when the current density was increased. The content of nanoparticulates reached a maximum value at the current density of 40mA·cm^-2,at the same time the properties including microhardness and wear-resistance were analyzed. The microhardness reached a maximum value and the wear volume was also less at the current density of 40mA·cm^-2. The reason was that nano-Al2O3 particles caused dispersive strengthening and grain refining.

Synthesis and Characterization of Exfoliated Graphite/ABS Composites

Exfoliated graphite was prepared by chemical route and then further subjected to thermal oxidation and sonication for size reduction and increased interlayer spacing in natural flake graphite. Exfoliated graphite/ABS composites were pre-pared with varying filler concentration by solution casting method. Exfoliated graphite and composites were character-ised by scanning electron microscopy and energy dispersive X-ray analysis, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy and X-ray diffractometry techniques. After thermal exfoliation significant peak of graphite at 2? = 26.4? disappeared completely, confirming successful exfoliation of graphite. SEM images revealed homogeneous dispersion of exfoliated graphite in the matrix and EDAX confirmed successful reduction of graphite oxide.

The Microwave Synthesis and Photo-catalytic Activity of SnO_2·TiO_2 Nano-composite

A microwave-assisted heating approach was developed to fabricate SnO2·TiO2 nano-composite in an aqueoas sohaion of sulphuric acid in the presence of SnO2 nano-powder and titanium sulfate. Powder X-ray diffraction （ XRD ） pattern indicates that the products were a composite with both of anatase-type TiO2 and tetrahedrul SnO2. The prnducts were also characterized by transmission electron microscolry （ TEM ）, photoluminescence （PL） spectra. The photo-catalytic property of the as-prepared sample has ulso been studied. The result indicates that the as-prepared sample is a good photo-catadyst.

Synthesis of ZnGaNO solid solution–carbon nitride intercalation compound composite for improved visible light photocatalytic activity

Visible-light-driven ZnGaNO solid solution–carbon nitride intercalation compound(CNIC) composite photocatalyst was synthesized via a mixing and heating method. The composite photocatalyst was characterized by X-ray diffraction(XRD), field-emission scanning electron microscopy(FESEM), high-resolution transmission electron microscopy(HRTEM), Fourier transform infrared(FT-IR) spectroscopy, UV-vis diffuse reflection spectroscopy, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy(XPS), photoluminescence(PL) spectroscopy and BET surface area measurements. The activity of ZnGaNO–CNIC composite photocatalyst for photodegradation of methyl orange(MO) is higher than that of either single-phase CNIC or ZnGaNO solid solution. The as-prepared composite photocatalysts exhibit an improved photocatalytic activity due to enhancement for the separation and transport of photo-generated electron–hole pairs.

Synthesis and Characterization of ZSM-5 Molecular Sieve Made from Kaolin/Urea Intercalation Composite

In this paper,the kaolin/urea intercalation composites prepared by direct intercalation method and the catalysis composites containing ZSM-5 molecular sieve synthesized based on the kaolin/urea intercalation composites by an in-situ crystallization technique were investigated.The effects of the intercalation ratios and de-intercalation rate and the amounts of added kaolin/urea intercalation composite on the synthesis of the catalysis composites containing the ZSM-5 molecular sieve were studied.The samples were characterized by X-ray diffraction,FT-IR,TG-DTA,N2 adsorption-desorption,and SEM,respectively.The results showed that the structure of the samples prepared by kaolin/urea intercalation composite was pure ZSM-5 molecular sieve.The crystallinity of ZSM-5 molecular sieve increased at first and then decreased with the increase of intercalation ratio of kaolin/urea intercalation composite.When the intercalation ratio was 62%,the crystallinity of ZSM-5 molecular sieve was lower.When the amount of added kaolin/urea intercalation composite with an intercalation ratio of 22%was 3%,the crystallinity of ZSM-5 zeolite was improved to reach 65%.Compared to the crystallization product formed without adding kaolin/urea intercalation composite,the crystallinity of ZSM-5 molecular sieve has increased by 54.8%.The catalytic composites containing ZSM-5 molecular sieve had better thermal stability with a wide pore structure,featuring a particle diameter of about 2.5μm,a BET specific surface area of 236 m^2/g,and a pore size of 10.6 nm.

STUDY OF COMPOSITE BY MELTING INTERCALATION OF POLYACRYLAMIDE IN MONTMORILLONITE

The synthesis of polyacrylamide (PAM)-montmorillinote composite by direct melting intercalation of polymer powders is studied using XRD, IR and DSC. The results show that melt PAM can intercalate into montmorillonite layer. The layered distance(d//0//0//1) of montmorillonite increases, and the melt absorption peak of PAM in layer has eliminated. (Author abstract) 8 Refs.

Optimum preparation technology for Chinese fir wood/Ca-montmorillonite (Ca-MMT) composite board

For this study, an intercalation compounding method was used to prepare Chinese fir wood/Ca-montmorillonite （Ca-MMT） composite board to improve its properties such as surface mechanical properties, flame retardance and dimensional stability. By virtue of water-soluble phenolic resin （PF）, Chinese fir wood and Ca-MMT were mixed by pressure and vacuum impregnation. The optimum impregnation technology of Chinese fir wood/Ca-MMT composite board was obtained by using an orthogonal design and a single factor design of pressure and vacuum impregnation, using weight percent gain （WPG） as the basic index. The results are as follows： 1） On the basis of the orthogonal design and an actual experiment, the optimum preparation technology of Chinese fir wood/Ca-MMT composite board is 20% PF resin dispersion concentration （wt%）, 1.0 CEC amount of organic intercalation agent, 0.098 MPa vacuum degree, 5% concentration of Ca-MMT and 1.0 MPa pressure. 2） The WPG of the composite board samples of 450 mm length was much larger than that of the samples of 600, 750 and 900 mm length. Warm water extraction contributed little to WPG

Development of Nano-biomaterials for Bone Repair

A new kind of nano-biomaterials of nano apatite （ NA ） and polyamide8063 （ PA ） composite was prepared by direct using NA slurry. The experimental results showed that the NA content in the composite was similar to that of natural bone. Interfrace chemical bonding was formed between NA and PA. The NA keeps the original morphological structure with a crystal size of 10- 30 nm in width by 50- 90 nm in length with a ratio of - 2.5 and distributed uniformly in thepolymer. The synthetic nano-biomaterials could be one of the best bioactive materials for load-bearing bone repair or substitution materials.

A Study on a Magnesium-Based Layered Composite Used as a Flame Retardant for Phenolic Epoxy Resins

The effects of a magnesium-based layered composite on the flammability of a phenolic epoxy resin(EP)are studied.In order to produce the required composite material,first,magnesium hydroxide,aluminum salt and deionized water are mixed into a reactor according to a certain proportion to induce a hydrothermal reaction;then,the feed liquid is filtered out using a solid-liquid separation procedure;finally,the material is dried and crushed.In order to evaluate its effects on the flammability of the EP,first,m-phenylenediamine is added to EP and vacuum defoamation is performed;then,EP is poured into a polytetrafluoroethylene mold,cooled to room temperature and demoulded;finally,the magnesium-based layered composite is added to EP,and its flame retardance is characterized by thermogravimetric analysis,limiting oxygen index and cone calorimetry.The X-ray diffraction patterns show that the baseline of magnesium-based layered composite is stable and the front shape is sharp and symmetrical when the molar ratio of magnesium to aluminium is 3.2:1;with the addition of magnesium-based layered composite,the initial pyrolysis temperature of EP of 10%,15%and 30%magnesium-based layered composite decreases to 318.2°C,317.9°C and 357.1°C,respectively.After the reaction,the amount of residual carbon increases to 0.1%,3.45%and 8.3%,and the limiting oxygen index increases by 28.3%,29.1%and 29.6%,respectively.The maximum heat release rate of cone calorimeter decreases gradually.The optimum molar ratio of Mg:Al for green synthesis is 3.2:1,and the NO_(3)-intercalated magnesium-based layered composite has the best flame retardance properties.

Synthesis and characterization of poly acrylic acid/graphite oxide nanocomposite

Acrylic acid intercalated graphite oxide and poly acrylic acid (PAA) intercalated graphite oxide were prepared and characterized by X Ray diffraction (XRD), Fourier transform infrared spectra (FTIR) and high resolution electronic microscope (HREM). Results show that the intercalation process is not only a physical diffusion process but also mainly a chemical reaction process. The high resolution electronic microscope results also reveal that the I c value of PAA intercalated graphite oxide (GO) could change widely from 1.6 nm to 4.0 nm.

深部顶板夹煤层巷道变形破坏分析及其控制

为了探究深部顶板夹煤层软岩巷道大变形破坏问题,以平煤六矿三水平戊二胶带运输巷为工程背景,开展夹煤层巷道围岩破坏分析及控制对策的研究。首先,构建原支护体系组合拱力学模型,推导出直墙半圆拱形巷道稳定判别式;其次,提出“锚网索-梁-注浆-组合砂浆锚索”联合返修控制对策,即沿戊8煤层顶板进行巷道扩刷,采用锚网索、梯子梁完成基本支护,对围岩进行深浅孔注浆加固、顶板及两帮关键部位布置组合砂浆锚索等加强支护,并通过数值模拟分析返修前后应力、位移场分布特征;最后,开展工业性试验,并监测矿压。结果表明:两帮及顶底板最大收敛量分别为93、112 mm,后期变形速率均低于1 mm/d,围岩变形得到有效控制,返修效果良好。

壳聚糖-蒙脱土插层复合物对热应激雄性小鼠生殖功能的影响

试验研究了壳聚糖-蒙脱土插层复合物(CS-MMT)对热应激雄性小鼠临床症状、睾丸形态和精子质量的保护作用。选择30只6周龄健康雄性ICR小鼠,随机分为对照组(CON组)、热应激组(HS组)、低剂量CS-MMT组(L组,50 mg/kg CS-MMT)、中剂量CS-MMT组(M组,100 mg/kg CS-MMT)和高剂量CS-MMT组(H组,200 mg/kg CS-MMT),先连续给药7 d后,再热应激处理7 d,采集小鼠组织及精液进行观察。结果显示,与CON组相比,HS组小鼠睾丸组织损伤明显,精子密度显著降低(P<0.05),精子活率和顶体完整性极显著降低(P<0.01),精子畸形率和顶体畸形率极显著升高(P<0.01)。与HS组小鼠相比,CS-MMT组小鼠睾丸组织形态结构明显改善,精子密度增加,精子活率和顶体完整性极显著提高(P<0.01),精子畸形率和顶体畸形率极显著降低(P<0.01),呈剂量依赖性。研究表明,CS-MMT具有缓解热应激引起的雄性小鼠生殖功能损伤的作用,以200 mg/kg的给药量效果较好。

超薄UHMWPE纤维插层对碳纤维层合板力学性能的影响

为了提高超薄碳纤维复合材料单向层合板(UDLs)的延展性,本文制备了同等厚度的CF/UHMWPE混杂单向层合板和超薄碳纤维单向层合板,并测试两种层合板的力学性能,观测试样拉伸断裂后断口的微观形貌。结果表明:CF/UHMWPE混杂单向层合板平均抗拉强度达到1695 MPa,在发生拉伸损伤后,UDL仍然具有1560 MPa载荷持续作用10 s的承载能力。与超薄碳纤维层合板相比,混杂单向层合板虽然平均拉伸强度降低了11.6%,但其平均伸长率提高了7.1%。混杂试样在拉伸测试时没有出现脆断破坏,其宏观拉伸断口形貌中的劈裂现象有所减少。混杂单向层合板的抗拉强度降低与碳纤维的体积分数减小有关,但作为插层结构的UHMWPE纤维提高了混杂单向层合板的伸长率。微观结构上,超薄UHMWPE纤维插层阻碍相邻碳纤维层的脆性破坏,抑制了层合板中裂纹的产生以及扩展,从而提高了层合板整体的延展性。实验结果为进一步开发和设计高延展性混杂复合材料提供了基础。