3D printing of high-precision and ferromagnetic functional devices

The development of projection-based stereolithography additive manufacturing techniques and magnetic photosensitive resins has provided a powerful approach to fabricate miniaturized magnetic functional devices with complex three-dimensional spatial structures.However,the present magnetic photosensitive resins face great challenges in the trade-off between high ferromagnetism and excellent printing quality.To address these challenges,we develop a novel NdFeB-Fe_(3)O_(4) magnetic photosensitive resin comprising 20 wt.%solid loading of magnetic particles,which can be used to fabricate high-precision and ferromagnetic functional devices via micro-continuous liquid interface production process.This resin combining ferromagnetic NdFeB microparticles and strongly absorbing Fe_(3)O_(4) nanoparticles is able to provide ferromagnetic capabilities and excellent printing quality simultaneously compared to both existing soft and hard magnetic photosensitive resins.The established penetration depth model reveals the effect of particle size,solid loading,and absorbance on the curing characteristics of magnetic photosensitive resin.A high-precision forming and ferromagnetic capability of the NdFeB-Fe_(3)O_(4) magnetic photosensitive resin are comprehensively demonstrated.It is found that the photosensitive resin(NdFeB:Fe_(3)O_(4)=1:1)can print samples with sub-40μm fine features,reduced by 87%compared to existing hard magnetic photosensitive resin,and exhibits significantly enhanced coercivity and remanence in comparison with existing soft magnetic photosensitive resins,showing by an increase of 24 times and 6 times,respectively.The reported NdFeB-Fe_(3)O_(4) magnetic photosensitive resin is anticipated to provide a new functional material for the design and manufacture of next-generation micro-robotics,electromagnetic sensor,and magneto-thermal devices.

Fedora-type magnetic compression anastomosis device for intestinal anastomosis

BACKGROUND Although previous studies have confirmed the feasibility of magnetic compression anastomosis(MCA),there is still a risk of long-term anastomotic stenosis.For traditional MCA devices,a large device is associated with great pressure,and eventually increased leakage.AIM To develop a novel MCA device to simultaneously meet the requirements of pressure and size.METHODS Traditional nummular MCA devices of all possible sizes were used to conduct ileac anastomosis in rats.The mean(±SD)circumference of the ileum was 13.34±0.12 mm.Based on short-and long-term follow-up results,we determined the appropriate pressure range and minimum size.Thereafter,we introduced a novel“fedora-type”MCA device,which entailed the use of a nummular magnet with a larger sheet metal.RESULTS With traditional MCA devices,the anastomoses experienced stenosis and even closure during the long-term follow-up when the anastomat was smaller thanΦ5 mm.However,the risk of leakage increased when it was larger thanΦ4 mm.On comparison of the different designs,it was found that the“fedora-type”MCA device should be composed of aΦ4-mm nummular magnet with aΦ6-mm sheet metal.CONCLUSION The diameter of the MCA device should be greater than 120%of the enteric diameter.The novel“fedora-type”MCA device controls the pressure and optimizes the size.

Animal experimental study on magnetic anchor technique-assisted endoscopic submucosal dissection of early gastric cancer

BACKGROUND Gastric cancer(GC)has high morbidity and mortality.Moreover,because GC has no typical symptoms in the early stages,most cases are already in the advanced stages by the time the symptoms appear,thus resulting in poor prognosis and a low survival rate.Endoscopic submucosal dissection(ESD)can realize the early detection and diagnosis of GC and become the main surgical method for early GC.However,ESD has a steep learning curve and high technical skill requirements for endoscopists,which is not conducive to its widespread implementation and advancement.Therefore,a series of auxiliary techniques have been derived.AIM To evaluate the safety and efficacy of magnetic anchor technique(MAT)-assisted ESD in early GC.METHODS This was an ex vivo animal experiment.The experimental models were the isolated stomachs of pigs,which were divided into two groups,namely the study group(n=6)with MAT-assisted ESD and the control group(n=6)with traditional ESD.Comparing the total surgical time,incidence of surgical complications,complete mucosal resection rate,specimen size,and the scores of endoscopist’s satisfaction with the procedure reflected their feelings about convenience during the surgical procedure between the two groups.The magnetic anchor device for auxiliary ESD in the study group comprised three parts,an anchor magnet(AM),a target magnet(TM),and a soft tissue clip.Under gastroscopic guidance,the soft tissue clip and the TM were delivered to the pre-marked mucosal lesion through the gastroscopic operating hole.The soft tissue clip and the TM were connected by a thin wire through the TM tail structure.The soft tissue clip was released by manipulating the operating handle of the soft tissue clip in a way that the soft tissue clip and the TM were fixed to the lesion mucosa.In vitro,ESD is aided by maneuvering the AM such that the mucosal dissection surface is exposed.RESULTS The total surgical time was shorter in the study group than in the control group(26.57±0.19 vs 29.97±0.28,P<0.001),and the scores of endoscopist’s satisfaction with the procedure were higher in the study group than in the control group(9.53±0.10 vs 8.00±0.22,P<0.001).During the operation in the study group,there was no detachment of the soft tissue clip and TM and no mucosal tearing.The magnetic force between the AM and TM provided good mucosal exposure and sufficient tissue tension for ESD.The mucosal lesion was completely peeled off,and the operation was successful.There were no significant differences in the incidence of surgical complications(100%vs 83.3%),complete mucosal resection rate(100%vs 66.7%,P=0.439),and specimen size(2.44±0.04 cm vs 2.49±0.02,P=0.328)between the two groups.CONCLUSION MAT-ESD is safe and effective for early GC.It provides a preliminary basis for subsequent internal animal experiments and clinical research.

Magnetic anchor technique assisted endoscopic submucosal dissection for early esophageal cancer

BACKGROUND Esophageal cancer has high incidence globally and is often diagnosed at an advanced stage.With the widespread application of endoscopic technologies,the need for early detection and diagnosis of esophageal cancer has gradually been realized.Endoscopic submucosal dissection(ESD)has become the standard of care for managing early tumors of the esophagus,stomach,and colon.However,due to the steep learning curve,difficult operation,and technically demanding nature of the procedure,ESD has currently been committed to the development of various assistive technologies.AIM To explore the feasibility and applicability of magnetic anchor technique(MAT)-assisted ESD for early esophageal cancer.METHODS Isolated pig esophagi were used as the experimental model,and the magnetic anchor device was designed by us.The esophagi used were divided into two groups,namely the operational and control groups,and 10 endoscopists completed the procedure.The two groups were evaluated for the following aspects:The total operative time,perforation rate,rate of whole mucosal resection,diameter of the peering mucosa,and scores of endoscopists’feelings with the procedure,including the convenience,mucosal surface exposure degree,and tissue tension.In addition,in the operational group,the soft tissue clip and the target magnet(TM)were connected by a thin wire through a small hole at the tail end of the TM.Under gastroscopic guidance,the soft tissue clip was clamped to the edge of the lesioned mucosa,which was marked in advance.By changing the position of the anchor magnet(AM)outside the esophagus,the pulling force and pulling direction of the TM could be changed,thus exposing the mucosal peeling surface and assisting the ESD.RESULTS Herein,each of the two groups comprised 10 isolated esophageal putative mucosal lesions.The diameter of the peering mucosa did not significantly differ between the two groups(2.13±0.06 vs 2.15±0.06,P=0.882).The total operative time was shorter in the operational group than in the control group(17.04±0.22 min vs 21.94±0.23 min,P<0.001).During the entire experiment,the TM remained firmly connected with the soft tissue clip and did not affect the opening,closing,and release of the soft tissue clip.The interaction between the TM and AM could provide sufficient tissue tension and completely expose the mucosa,which greatly assists the surgeon with the operation.There was no avulsion of the mucosa,and mucosal lesions were intact when peeled.Therefore,the scores of endoscopists’feelings were higher in the operational group than in the control group in terms of the convenience(9.22±0.19 vs 8.34±0.15,P=0.002),mucosal surface exposure degree(9.11±0.15 vs 8.25±0.12,P<0.001),and tissue tension(9.35±0.13 vs 8.02±0.17,P<0.001).The two groups did not significantly differ in the perforation rate and rate of whole mucosal resection.CONCLUSION We found MAT-assisted ESD safe and feasible for early esophageal cancer.It could greatly improve the endoscopic operation experience and showed good clinical application prospects.

Real-space observation of individual skyrmions in helimagnetic nanostripes

Controllable formation and manipulation of domain walls in one-dimensional（1D） nanostripes underpins a promising type of emergent spintronic device. Magnetic skyrmion is topologically stable whirlpool-like spin texture and is expected to replace familiar domain wall phenomena to build such devices, owing to its prominent features including small size,topological stability and the small critical current required to move it. It is thus essential to understand skyrmions＇ properties in such a nanostructured element. In this paper, we mainly give fundamental insight into this issue. Experimental achievements in the formation and stability of individual skyrmions in the nanostripe are outlined in detail.

Mathematical Model,Numerical Simulation and Convergence Analysis of a Semiconductor Device Problem with Heat and Magnetic Influences

In this paper,the authors discuss a three-dimensional problem of the semiconductor device type involved its mathematical description,numerical simulation and theoretical analysis.Two important factors,heat and magnetic influences are involved.The mathematical model is formulated by four nonlinear partial differential equations(PDEs),determining four major physical variables.The influences of magnetic fields are supposed to be weak,and the strength is parallel to the z-axis.The elliptic equation is treated by a block-centered method,and the law of conservation is preserved.The computational accuracy is improved one order.Other equations are convection-dominated,thus are approximated by upwind block-centered differences.Upwind difference can eliminate numerical dispersion and nonphysical oscillation.The diffusion is approximated by the block-centered difference,while the convection term is treated by upwind approximation.Furthermore,the unknowns and adjoint functions are computed at the same time.These characters play important roles in numerical computations of conductor device problems.Using the theories of priori analysis such as energy estimates,the principle of duality and mathematical inductions,an optimal estimates result is obtained.Then a composite numerical method is shown for solving this problem.

Magnetic challenge against gastroesophageal reflux

Almost 15 years have passed since the first paper on the possibility of using magnets to prevent gastro-esophageal reflux(GER)was published and so it is time to assess the results obtained with the first magnetic device available on the market,the Linx magnetic sphincter augmentation(MSA)and to consider what other options are forthcoming.MSA demonstrated an anti-reflux activity similar to that of Nissen fundoplication,considered the“gold standard”surgical treatment for GER disease,and caused less gas-bloating and a better ability to allow vomiting and belching.However,unlike Nissen fundoplication,this magnetic device is burdened by complications,which are roughly similar to those of the non-magnetic anti-reflux Angelchik prosthesis,that,after considerable use in the eighties,was shelved due to these complications.It is interesting to note that some of these complications show the same pathophysiological mechanism in both devices.The upcoming new magnetic devices should avoid these complications,as their anti-reflux magnetic mechanism is completely different.The experiments in animals regarding these new magnetic appliances were examined,remarking their advantages and drawbacks,but the way to apply them in surgical practice is long and difficult,although worthy,as they represent the future of magnetic surgery.

Formation Process of Magnetized Fusion Target on the YingGuang 1 Device

Magnetized target fusion is an alternative method to fulfill the goal of controlled fusion, which combines advan- tages of both magnetic confinement fusion and inertial confinement fusion since its parameter space lies between the two traditional ways. Field reversed configuration （FFtC） is a good candidate of magnetized targets due to its translatable, compressible, high /3 and high energy density properties. Dynamic formation process of high density FFtC is observed on the YingGuang 1 device for the first time in China. The evolution of a magnetic field is detected with magnetic probes, and the compression process can be clearly seen from images taken with a high-speed multi-frame CCD camera. The process is also studied with two-dimensional magneto hydrodynamic code MPF-2D theoretically, and the results agree well with the experiment. Combining the experimental data and the theoretical analysis, the length of the formed FRC is about 39 cm, the diameter is about 2-2. 7cm, the average density is 1.3× 1016 cm-3, and the average temperature is 137eV.

Weak Gate Effect in 1,3-Benzenedithiol Molecular Device

We introduce a full interaction Hamiltonian method to the generalized quantum chemical approach and apply it to investigate the electron tunneling properties of 1,3-benzenedithiol molecular device. The weak gate effect we calculate is consistent with the experiment. The asymmetric current character mainly comes from the asymmetry of the molecule and the nonlinear responding to the gate electric field.

Flexible magnetic thin films and devices

Flexible electronic devices are highly attractive for a variety of applications such as flexible circuit boards, solar cells, paper-like displays, and sensitive skin, due to their stretchable, biocompatible, light-weight,portable, and low cost properties. Due to magnetic devices being important parts of electronic devices, it is essential to study the magnetic properties of magnetic thin films and devices fabricated on flexible substrates. In this review, we mainly introduce the recent progress in flexible magnetic thin films and devices, including the study on the stress-dependent magnetic properties of magnetic thin films and devices, and controlling the properties of flexible magnetic films by stress-related multi-fields, and the design and fabrication of flexible magnetic devices.

AlGaN-Based Deep-Ultraviolet Light Emitting Diodes Fabricated on AlN/sapphire Template

We report on the growth and fabrication of deep ultraviolet （DUV） light emitting diodes （LEDs） on an AIN template which was grown on a pulsed atomic-layer epitaxial buffer layer. Threading dislocation densities in the AlN layer are greatly decreased with the introduction of this buffer layer. The crystalline quality of the AlGaN epilayer is further improved by using a low-temperature GaN interlayer between AlGaN and AlN. Electroluminescences of different DUV-LED devices at a wavelength of between 262 and 317nm are demonstrated. To improve the hole concentration of p-type AlGaN, Mg-doping with trimethylindium assistance approach is performed. It is found that the serial resistance of DUV-LED decreases and the performance of DUV-LED such as EL properties is improved.

Nondoped Electrophosphorescent Organic Light-Emitting Diodes Based on Platinum Complexes

An undoped electrophosphorescent organic light-emitting diode is fabricated using a pure platinum（Ⅱ） （2-phenylpyridinato-N, Ca） （3-benzoyl-camphor） [（ppy）pt（bcam）] phosphorescent layer acting as the emitting layer. A maximum power efficiency Tlp of 6.621m/W and current efficiency of 14.78 cd/A at 745 cd/m2 are obtained from the device. The roll-off percentage of ηp of the pure phosphorescent phosphor layer device is reduced to 5% at a current density of 20mA/cm2, which is about 11% for conventional phosphorescent devices. The low roll-off efficiency is attributed to the phosphorescent material, which has the molecular structure of a strong steric hindrance effect.

Electroluminescence from Multilayered Diamond/CeF3/SiO2 Films

We report a thin film electroluminescent device with a three-layer structure （diamond/CeF3/SiO2 films）, which has a luminance of 1.5 cd/m^2 at dc voltage 215 V. The electroluminescence spectrum at room temperature shows that the main peaks locate at 527 and 593nm, which are attributed to isolated emission centers of Ce^3＋ ions.

Numerical Simulations of Backward-to-Forward Leaky-Wave Antenna with Composite Right/Left-Handed Coplanar Waveguide

A composite right/left-handed （CRLH） coplanar waveguide （CPW） structure and its leaky-wave antenna （LWA） with continuous backward-to-forward scanning applications are proposed. The structure of the CRLH transmission line （TL） is composed of split-ring resonators （SRRs） for left-handed （LH） series capacitance and short-circuited stubs connected between the CPW central signal line and the ground for LH shunt inductance, while the unavoidable right-handed （RH） parasitic effects series inductance and shunt capacitance are generated by wave propagation through the host transmission line. The dispersion relations are calculated and compared with the equivalent circuit model method and 3D full-wave simulations, which can be used to determine the physical dimensions of the CRLH-CPW, such as in the balanced CRLH-TL case. As a main example, a CRLH-CPW-LWA operating from 1.67 GHz to 1.80 GHz with the dispersion characteristics of the balanced CRLH-TL case shows continuous leakage frequency band （fast wave region） from LH （phase constant β 〈0, .67〈f〈1.74 GHz） to RH （β〉0, 1.74〈f〈1.80 GHz） state through the transition frequency point （β=0, f=1.74 GHz）, whereas conventional LWAs operated in RH state only provide forward scanning capabilities （β〉0）.

Metamorphic InGaAs p-i-n Photodetectors with 1.75 μm Cut-Off Wavelength Grown on GaAs

Top-illuminated metamorphic InGaAs p-i-n photodetectors （PDs） with 50% cut-off wavelength of 1.75 μm at room temperature are fabricated on GaAs substrates. The PDs are grown by a solid-source molecular beam epitaxy system. The large lattice mismatch strain is accommodated by growth of a linearly graded buffer layer to create a high quality virtual InP substrate indium content in the metamorphic buffer layer linearly changes from 2% to 60%. The dark current densities are typically 5 × 10^-6 A/cm^2 at 0 V bias and 2.24 × 10^-4 A/cm^2 at a reverse bias of 5 V. At a wavelength of 1.55 μm, the PDs have an optical responsivity of 0.48 A/W, a linear photoresponse up to 5 mW optical power at -4 V bias. The measured -3 dB bandwidth of a 32 μm diameter device is 7 GHz. This work proves that InGaAs buffer layers grown by solid source MBE are promising candidates for GaAs-based long wavelength devices.

Effect of In Composition on Two-Dimensional Electron Gas in Wurtzite AlGaN/InGaN Heterostructures

The effect of In composition on two-dimensional electron gas in wurtzite AlGaN/InGaN heterostructures is theoretically investigated. The sheet carrier density is shown to increase nearly linearly with In mole fraction x, due to the increase in the polarization charge at the AlGaN/InGaN interface. The electron sheet density is enhanced with the doping in the AlGaN layer. The sheet carrier density is as high as 3.7×1013 cm^-2 at the donor density of 10×1018 cm^-3 for the HEMT structure with x=0.3. The contribution of additional donor density on the electron sheet density is nearly independent of the In mole fraction.

Plasma Flows within the Context of Biasing Experiments

The understanding and reduction of turbulent transport in magneticconfinement devices is not only an academic task, but also the matter of practical interest, sincehigh confinement is chosen as the regime for ITER and possible future reactors it reduces both thesize and the cost. Since the pioneering work on CCT a lot of work has been devoted to the effect ofelectric field biasing carried out on many tokamaks, which in general leads to a strongly varyingradial electric fields as a function of radius and a resulting sheared E x B flow, giving rise toimproved confinement properties. The issue of plasma flows is utterly fundamental for understandingof tokamaks aimed at the achievement of fusion energy. This appears in the well known neoclassicaltheory as the most accomplished and self-consistent basis for understanding of fusion plasmas. Itpertains to the novel concept of 'zonal flows' emerging from the recent development of gyro-kinetictransport codes. The poloidal and toroidal flows are also crucial for the concept of the electricfield shear suppression of plasma turbulence in tokamaks. Yet, this timely and topical issue hasremained largely unaddressed experimentally because of great difficulties of measuring flows inplasmas. Recently, the team of scientists from all over the world developed innovative configurationof probes yielding the flow velocity locally. This timely and topical diagnostics has beensuccessfully applied on many tokamaks ranging from the huge JET through medium TEXTOR to a smallCASTOR due to the excellent collaboration and coordination between research teams. Results causedlarge interest of fusion community born out by numerous invited talks delivered at the majorinternational meetings.

Effect of Tunneling Current on Schottky Barrier Height in ZnO Varistors at Low Temperature

On the basis of the Schottky barrier and thermionic emission models, the temperature dependence of barrier height in ZnO varistors is investigated by the I - V characteristics in a wide temperature range from 93 K to 373 K. The obtained barrier height decreases with reducing temperature, which is ascribed to the contribution of tunneling current in measured current. From the proposed equivalent circuit, it is suggested that two current components coexist. One is thermionic emission current, which reflects the thermionic emission barrier height. The other is tunneling current, which appears even at low voltage, especially in low temperature ranges, and thus makes the barrier height obtained from measured current vary with temperature.

Coupled THz Waveguide Utilizing Surface Plasmon Polaritons on Thin Dielectric Slab Sandwiched between Two Corrugated Metallic Claddings

We present a comprehensive experimental study of terahertz （THz） wave propagation utilizing surface plasmon polaritons （SPPs） on the interfaces of a thin dielectric core layer sandwiched between two corrugated metallic claddings. THz wave impinges on the structured surfaces at normal incidence. Long-lasting oscillation propagation features are observed in the temporal waveform after traveling through the periodic arrays. The enhanced THz transmission can be achieved due to the coupling between incident waves to SPPs at the bottom and top interfaces. The finite element method is used to simulate the field distribution and the transmission mode in the waveguide. The hybrid waveguide with low absorption has great potential applications in THz integrated devices.

A Novel Ce3＋/Tb3＋ Codoped Phosphate Glass as Down-Shifting Materials for Enhancing Efficiency of Solar Cells

For the purpose of improving conversion efficiency of solar cells by applying the effect of the wavelength conversion of rare earth ions, photo-luminescence and excitation spectrums of Ce3＋-Tb3＋ doped phosphate glass are investigated. Results show that incorporating Ce3＋ ions to Tb3＋-doped phosphate glass can greatly increase the absorption coefficient in the range 300-400 nm and then the energy transfer （ET） from Ce3＋ to Tb3＋ occurs. In addition, increasing Tb3＋ concentration in Ce3＋/Tb3＋ co-doped phosphate glass can greatly enhance the ET efficiency and 545 nm emission intensity. This shows that Ce3＋/Tb3＋ co-doped phosphate glass would be a promising down-shifting material for enhancing the efficiency of solar cells.