In view of the frequent deterioration of molten steel quality during the tundish filling process,the slag-steel-air interface behavior in a tundish,including liquid level fluctuation,slag eyes,slag entrapment and air ...In view of the frequent deterioration of molten steel quality during the tundish filling process,the slag-steel-air interface behavior in a tundish,including liquid level fluctuation,slag eyes,slag entrapment and air suction during the steady-state casting and filling process,was comparatively studied through physical modeling and mathematical simulation methods.During the filling process,the liquid surface forms a large-size slag eye under the impact of molten steel from a ladle shroud,which simultaneously results in a violent fluctuation of liquid level.Concurrently,the liquid flow entrains the air phase and the cover slag into the tundish impact zone,resulting in slag entrapment and air suction.At filling flow rates of 1.5Q,2.0Q,and 2.5Q(Q is the flow rate under steady-state casting),the amount of slag entrapped is 8.39×10-5,9.65×10-5,and 12.7×10-5m3,respectively,while the volume of air aspirated is 0.84×10-4,1.47×10-4,and 2.01×10-4m3,indicating that slag entrapment and air suction intensify with an increase in tundish filling flow rate.Flow field characterization identifies eddy currents in the impact zone as the primary driver of the above phenomena.Proper filling process parameters were proposed to improve the steel quality during the tundish filling.展开更多
Invasive as well as non-invasive neurotechnologies conceptualized to interface the central and peripheral nervous system have been probed for the past decades,which refer to electroencephalography,electrocorticography...Invasive as well as non-invasive neurotechnologies conceptualized to interface the central and peripheral nervous system have been probed for the past decades,which refer to electroencephalography,electrocorticography and microelectrode arrays.The challenges of these mentioned approaches are characterized by the bandwidth of the spatiotemporal resolution,which in turn is essential for large-area neuron recordings(Abiri et al.,2019).展开更多
For decades,refining grain or twin structures at the nanoscale has been the cornerstone strategy for enhancing metal strength[1].However,when structural dimensions shrink to below~10 nm,this approach hits an insurmoun...For decades,refining grain or twin structures at the nanoscale has been the cornerstone strategy for enhancing metal strength[1].However,when structural dimensions shrink to below~10 nm,this approach hits an insurmountable bottleneck,that is,material softening triggered by interface instability,which prevents further strength improvement[2-5].Now,writing in science,Li and colleagues introduce a novel strengthening approach based on nanoscale negative excess-energy interfaces(NEIs)that elevates the mechanical performance of nickelmolybdenum(Ni-Mo)alloys to an unprecedented level[6].展开更多
We derive closed-form solutions to the three-dimensional Eshelby's problem of a spherical Eshelby inclusion undergoing uniform deviatoric eigenstrains concentrically embedded in an isotropic elastic finite spheric...We derive closed-form solutions to the three-dimensional Eshelby's problem of a spherical Eshelby inclusion undergoing uniform deviatoric eigenstrains concentrically embedded in an isotropic elastic finite spherical domain with a traction-free or rigidly clamped boundary.The interface between the inclusion and its surrounding domain is assumed to be of Steigmann-Ogden type.Our solutions indicate that the stresses and strains within the spherical inclusion are generally nonuniform because of the effects of the finite spherical domain and the Steigmann-Ogden imperfect interface.The internal elastic field of stresses and strains is uniform within the spherical inclusion when a condition that relates the single interface parameter to the geometric parameter and Poisson's ratio of the finite domain is satisfied.When the spherical edge is rigidly clamped,a GurtinMurdoch interface is found to be sufficient to achieve this interior uniformity property.In contrast,when the spherical edge is traction-free,a Steigmann-Ogden interface with nonzero and positive bending stiffness parameters must be used to achieve the interior uniformity property.展开更多
Stability of base-exposed backfill roof in underhand drift-and-fill mining is crucial for the safety of those working beneath.Given the commonly used primary-and-secondary mining sequence,interfaces are formed between...Stability of base-exposed backfill roof in underhand drift-and-fill mining is crucial for the safety of those working beneath.Given the commonly used primary-and-secondary mining sequence,interfaces are formed between adjacent filled drifts,which can weaken the integrity of the backfill roof.These interfaces also lead to two common drift layouts:aligned drifts and staggered drifts.However,less attention has been paid to the interfaces and the two drift layouts were not adequately distinguished in previous studies.In this paper,the interfaces between filled drifts were firstly considered to investigate the stability of backfill roof.Failure modes and strength requirements of backfill roof in aligned and staggered drifts are comprehensively investigated by FLAC3D,with a focus on considerations of varied shear parameters of the interfaces.Results show that failure modes in aligned drifts transition from block sliding to top caving,bottom caving or sloughing as the interface cohesion increases from zero to at least half of the backfill cohesion.Further increases in interface cohesion allow aligned drifts to behave as if there are no interfaces between them.The critical stability conditions of backfill roof in aligned drifts were mostly determined by the interface strength instead of the backfill strength.However,the stability of backfill roof in staggered drifts is barely affected by the interface strength.The outcomes are expected to provide references for mining engineers to optimize drift layouts and perform cost-effective backfill roof strength design at mines using underhand drift-and-fill mining method.展开更多
While 2D/3D heterostructures are widely employed to improve the stability of perovskite optoelectronic devices,their effectiveness is fundamentally governed by the crystallinity of the interfacial structure -a factor ...While 2D/3D heterostructures are widely employed to improve the stability of perovskite optoelectronic devices,their effectiveness is fundamentally governed by the crystallinity of the interfacial structure -a factor often overlooked.Disordered interfaces exhibit thermodynamic metastability,where ion diffusion induces sequential phase transitions from low-n to high-n phases.Here,we construct atomically ordered 2D/3D interfaces using phase-pure 2D perovskite capping layers,which reduce the interfacial phase transition rate by 95%and effectively suppress ion migration.As a result,devices exhibit outstanding operational stability,retaining over 99%of their initial power conversion efficiency after 1500 h of continuous operation,along with excellent thermal durability at 85℃.These findings identify interfacial order as a critical parameter for regulating ion dynamics and phase behavior,providing a robust design principle for achieving high-efficiency,long-lifetime perovskite technologies.展开更多
SrTiO3-based thermoelectric ceramics show potential for high-temperature energy harvesting but face challenges from inefficient carrier transport and high thermal conductivity.This work presents a multi-scale struc...SrTiO3-based thermoelectric ceramics show potential for high-temperature energy harvesting but face challenges from inefficient carrier transport and high thermal conductivity.This work presents a multi-scale structural engineering strategy to address these challenges,fabricating textured Sr0.875La0.1Ti O3m Ti/10 wt%Bi2O3(SLTTB)ceramics via plate-like SrTiO3templates.Through this design,the ceramics form a unique core-shell architecture,where template seeds act as growth cores for epitaxially alignedoriented grains,forming coherent interfaces with a precipitate-rich interlayer and a precipitate-free shell.In the interlayer,uniformly distributed“peanut-shaped”Bi-Ti_nO2n-1nanoparticle pairs enhance electron mobility and phonon scattering.The hierarchical microstructure creates multiscale coherent interfaces that reduce electron grain boundary scattering,enabling preferential electron transport pathways parallel to the casting direction.This architecture enables the decoupling of electrical and thermal properties,with a power factor reaching 1815μW/m/K2at 1073 K with thermal conductivity suppressed by interfacial and nanoparticle scattering.Consequently,the SLTTB textured ceramic achieves a notable ZT of 0.64 at 1073 K,a significant enhancement over conventional counterparts.This work demonstrates a multi-scale structural strategy integrating template-induced texture,core-shell design,and nanoscale interface modulation to decouple the electrical and thermal properties of SrTiO3-based materials,and provides a roadmap for tailoring the electrical-thermal transport properties of thermoelectric textured ceramics.展开更多
With the growing global energy demand and the pressing need for a clean energy transition,supercapacitors(SCs)have demonstrated significant application potential in electric vehicles,wearable electronics,and renewable...With the growing global energy demand and the pressing need for a clean energy transition,supercapacitors(SCs)have demonstrated significant application potential in electric vehicles,wearable electronics,and renewable energy storage systems owing to their rapid charge-discharge capability,exceptional power density,and prolonged cycle life.The improvement of their overall performance fundamentally depends on the synergistic design of electrode materials and electrolyte systems,as well as the precise regulation of the electrode-electrolyte interface.This review focuses on the key components of supercapacitors,systematically reviewing the design strategies of high-performance electrode materials,outlining recent advances in novel electrolyte systems,and comprehensively discussing the critical roles of interfacial reinforcement and optimization in enhancing device energy density,power performance,and cycling stability.Furthermore,interfacial engineering strategies and innovations in device architecture are proposed to address interfacial degradation in flexible SCs under mechanical stress.Finally,key future research directions are highlighted,including the development of high-voltage and wide-temperature-range electrolyte systems and the integrated advancement of multiscale in situ characterization techniques and theoretical modeling.This review aims to provide theoretical guidance and innovative strategies for material design,contributing toward the realization of next-generation supercapacitors with enhanced energy density and reliability.展开更多
The dual interfaces of the perovskite layer,especially the interface between perovskite and selfassembled monolayer(SAM),play a crucial role in ensuring good efficiency and stability of solar cells in p-i-n configurat...The dual interfaces of the perovskite layer,especially the interface between perovskite and selfassembled monolayer(SAM),play a crucial role in ensuring good efficiency and stability of solar cells in p-i-n configuration.However,it is still challenging to simultaneously modify the dual interfaces using a simple technology without additional processes,particularly for large-area perovskite solar modules(PSMs).In this work,we propose an in situ dual-interface modification method that introduces 5-aminovaleric acid hydroiodide(5 AVAI)as a bifunctional molecular interface spacer,which has an anchoring carboxyl group for orientation and an amino group for interface modification.We demonstrate that 5 AVAI modifies the SAM layer through oriented anchoring,improved wettability,and strengthened interactions with perovskite and charge transport layers.Notably,the extrusion of 5 AVAI during the perovskite crystallization process passivates surface defects and mitigates surface lattice strain.Using this bifunctional molecular interface spacer,we achieve the champion efficiency of 22.31%(certified21.69%)for 10 cm×10 cm PSMs with an aperture area of 64 cm2by slot-die coating.Moreover,the corresponding module exhibits exceptional stability,maintaining 95.6%of its initial efficiency after 2000 h of continuous maximum power point operation at 75℃,which is among the best operational stabilities for PSMs.展开更多
The rapid proliferation of AI and high-performance computing(HPC)applications is driving chip-to-chip and die-todie(D2D)interfaces toward substantially higher bandwidth density.These high-speed interface technologies ...The rapid proliferation of AI and high-performance computing(HPC)applications is driving chip-to-chip and die-todie(D2D)interfaces toward substantially higher bandwidth density.These high-speed interface technologies are essential for chiplet architectures,high-bandwidth memory(HBM),and heterogeneous integrated systems.Single-ended simultaneous bidirectional(SBD)technology doubles system throughput by enabling concurrent transmission and reception over a single physical channel.展开更多
Weak rock-concrete interfaces significantly affect the stability of underground supporting structures.This study aims to investigate the effects of interface inclination on the creep behavior and failure mechanisms of...Weak rock-concrete interfaces significantly affect the stability of underground supporting structures.This study aims to investigate the effects of interface inclination on the creep behavior and failure mechanisms of composite specimens.Seven rock-concrete composite specimens with different inclination angles under hydrothermal curing at 60℃were prepared,and uniaxial and graded loading creep tests were completed.The results show that with increasing interface inclination,the compressive strength of the composite specimens initially decreases and then increases,with the minimum strength observed at inclinations between 60°and 75°.Three typical failure patterns were identified:axial failure,composite failure,and interface failure.The creep failure strength exceeded the uniaxial compressive strength,indicating improved time-dependent deformation resistance under elevated temperature curing.The instantaneous strain initially decreases and then increases as the interface inclination angle grows.Compared to 0°inclination,specimens with 45°,60°,75°,and 90°inclinations exhibited reductions in instantaneous strain of 2.64%,18.84%,23.29%,and 0.73%,respectively.The steady-state creep rate and creep ratio exhibited a decrease-stabilization-increase trend with increasing stress levels.Creep strain increased with increasing stress levels for all inclinations,with a sharp increase near the failure stage.A nonlinear constitutive model considering interface inclination and creep damage was developed based on damage theory.A nonlinear damage-based constitutive model incorporating interface inclination effects was developed,and its theoretical predictions closely matched the experimental data in all creep stages.These findings provide a quantitative understanding of creep failure mechanisms in rock-concrete interfaces and provide practical references for enhancing the safety of underground support systems.展开更多
In the realm of large-scale power system energy storage,sodium-based batteries represent a cost-effective post-lithium energy storage technology,making inorganic solid-state sodium batteries(ISSSB)a critical branch of...In the realm of large-scale power system energy storage,sodium-based batteries represent a cost-effective post-lithium energy storage technology,making inorganic solid-state sodium batteries(ISSSB)a critical branch of this development.Inorganic solid-state electrolytes(ISSEs)are the core components of sodium batteries;however,they face significant challenges such as insufficient ionic conductivity,interfacial instability,and dendrite growth,all of which severely hinder practical application.This review critically assesses experimental protocols and theoretical frameworks related to mainstream ISSEs and systematizes optimization strategies aimed at overcoming these challenges.Leveraging integrated insights from both experimental and computational studies,the review first categorizes and summarizes the primary types of ISSEs,namely oxide-,sulfide-,and halide-based electrolytes.It then details interfacial optimization strategies focused on addressing three core interfacial issues:ion transport barriers resulting from mechanical incompatibility,side reactions stemming from electrochemical mismatch,and dendrite formation.Finally,the review advocates prioritizing in-depth research that integrates experimental and theoretical approaches to establish a closed-loop methodology encompassing predictive design,multiscale investigation,mechanistic exploration,and high-throughput automated experimentation,with feedback-driven refinement.This work serves as a comprehensive reference and systematic roadmap for future research on solid-state electrolytes(SSEs).展开更多
Li2CO3 was introduced into LiPF6-based electrolytes and the electrolytes were stored at 40°C.Nuclear magnetic analysis of electrolytes and X-ray diffraction characterization of reaction residues demonstr...Li2CO3 was introduced into LiPF6-based electrolytes and the electrolytes were stored at 40°C.Nuclear magnetic analysis of electrolytes and X-ray diffraction characterization of reaction residues demonstrate the formation of LiPO2F2 and LiF during storage.This reformulated electrolyte boosts lifespan and Coulombic efficiency(CE)in Li||Li and Li||Cu cells,with Li||Li cells stably cycling for>800 h and 300 h at 0.5 mA/cm2 and 1.0 mA/cm2,respectively.Moreover,with the optimal content of Li2CO3,the CE of the reformulated electrolyte(91.56%)is greatly improved compared to that of the standard electrolyte(81.99%).The compatibility and enhanced rate performance of the reformulated electrolyte are also exhibited in Li||NCM full cells with a moderately high mass loading of 9.6 mg/cm2.展开更多
This paper investigates the “brush-like”deformation phenomenon of the contact interface at the bolt-hole during the interference-fit installation of high-locking bolts under static loading in CFRP connection structu...This paper investigates the “brush-like”deformation phenomenon of the contact interface at the bolt-hole during the interference-fit installation of high-locking bolts under static loading in CFRP connection structures.An innovative theoretical model is proposed to predict axial installation force,specifically designed for moderate interference-fit.This model is based on the “brush-like”deformation of the hole wall,with the axial installation force predicted through force analysis and theoretical calculations,effectively overcoming the limitations of prior models that idealized the contact interface at the bolt-hole.The predictions generated by this theoretical model align closely with experimental data,confirming its efficacy in accurately forecasting the curve of installation force for interferencefit bolts during the static installation within the moderate interference-fit range.Additionally,a comprehensive analysis of the relationship between deformation of the hole wall and curves of installation force across small,moderate,and large interference-fit levels are presented.It is demonstrated that the degree of deformation within the moderate interference-fit range is more suitable than that in the small and large interference-fit ranges,making it a reliable alternative for installation force tests within this range during static installation.The moderate interference-fit domain[1.00%,1.24%]is established as a validated and optimal range of interference-fit bolts for the static installation.展开更多
The phase composition at the slag-iron interface and the distribution behavior of titanium,vanadium,chromium and silicon between hot metal and Ti-bearing electric furnace slag were thoroughly explored.The basicity ran...The phase composition at the slag-iron interface and the distribution behavior of titanium,vanadium,chromium and silicon between hot metal and Ti-bearing electric furnace slag were thoroughly explored.The basicity range for the anosovite phase region was defined by using a phase diagram and a minimum smelting temperature was set at 1540℃.Thermodynamic calculations demonstrate that the activities of TiO2 and SiO2 in the slag decrease with increasing basicity,while those of V2O3 and Cr2O3 increase.Similarly,the activities of[Ti]and[Si]in the molten metal decrease,while those of[V]and[Cr]rise with increasing basicity.As basicity increases,the distribution ratios,LTi and LSi decrease,whereas LV and LCr increase.Significantly,the recovery efficiencies of vanadium and titanium are improved with higher basicity.The primary phases identified in the slag include anosovite,diopside,and titanium spinel.However,when the basicity exceeds 0.8,the formation of the perovskite phase becomes less favorable,suggesting that basicity should be maintained at or below 0.8.展开更多
Carbazole derivatives with a single phosphonic acid(PA)group are widely used as monolayer interfaces in perovskites and organic solar cells(OSCs).However,their hydrophilic nature renders ITO electrodes hydrophobic,lim...Carbazole derivatives with a single phosphonic acid(PA)group are widely used as monolayer interfaces in perovskites and organic solar cells(OSCs).However,their hydrophilic nature renders ITO electrodes hydrophobic,limiting further applications.In this study,a novel carbazole-based compound functionalized with two PA groups,denoted 2PACz-D1,was designed to create a dual hydrophilic interface.This configuration enables the formation of a bilayer hole-transporting layer(HTL).Specifically,one PA group anchors to the ITO electrode,while the other generates a secondary hydrophilic surface.This allows the subsequent deposition of hydrophilic PEDOT:PSS,forming a protective bilayer HTL that shields ITO from corrosive acidic polymers.The OSCs incorporating this bilayer HTL achieved a power conversion efficiency of 19.44%and exhibited improved thermal stability compared to devices with a single HTL.This work demonstrates the potential of bis-PA carbazole derivatives for tailoring the HTL surface properties,offering promising opportunities for various organic electronic devices.展开更多
Stress represents a critical determinant of dynamic hazards in underground coal mining operations.Heterogeneous geological features substantially influence stress distribution and magnitude throughout mining environme...Stress represents a critical determinant of dynamic hazards in underground coal mining operations.Heterogeneous geological features substantially influence stress distribution and magnitude throughout mining environments.To investigate the mechanical evolution and failure mechanisms of heterogeneous stratified composite coal-rock(CCR)under mining-induced stresses,three-point bending tests(TPBT)and numerical simulations are conducted on CCR specimens with varying homogeneity indices.Results show a significant positive correlation between CCR fracture strength and the homogeneity index(φ).Higher φ values are associated with more uniform displacement discontinuity zones during the fracturing process.Initial loading is observed to induce compressive strain at the upper coal-rock interface(UI),while tensile strain predominated at both the lower interface(LI)and boundary(LB).Interface strain magnitudes followed the pattern LB>LI>UI,with stability inversely proportional to strain intensity.As φ increases,interfacial stability is reduced,damage severity is amplified,and the critical strain energy release rate is elevated.These variations are primarily governed by the homogeneity-dependent redistribution of particle zones and the downward migration of resistant interfaces.These findings enhance our understanding of fracture propagation in heterogeneous CCR under mining stresses,thereby contributing to improved hazard forecasting and control strategies in coal mine composite roof systems.展开更多
Artificial interface layer-aided zinc anodes(AIL@Zn)with simultaneously controllable Zn dendrite growth and corrosion resistance are highly expected to simultaneously achieve both high capacity and cycle stability in ...Artificial interface layer-aided zinc anodes(AIL@Zn)with simultaneously controllable Zn dendrite growth and corrosion resistance are highly expected to simultaneously achieve both high capacity and cycle stability in aqueous zinc ion batteries(AZIBs).However,how the facet effects of the AIL guides the efficient Zn deposition behavior remains an open question.Herein,we devise a facile and scalable hydrothermal approach to synthesize various nanostructured X-CeO2 AILs to coat the Zn anode,ultimately offering an X-CeO2@Zn electrode.Among all X-CeO2@Zn anodes,rod-shaped CeO2 with exposed{110}facets modified Zn anode(R-CeO2@Zn)can effectively inhibit dendrite growth and side reactions,thereby delivering ultrastable durability over 2500 h at 1 mA cm-2/0.5 mAh cm-2and reversibility cycled for 250 h at 84.7%depth of discharge.In addition,MoS2//R-CeO2@Zn full cell delivers a significantly capacity retention rate above 99%after 1000 cycles.The superior performance originates from the exposed{110}facets,which uniquely modulate the binding and diffusion energies of Zn adatoms to promote homogeneous deposition.This work shifts the AIL design principle from mere composition selection to atomic-level facet control,offering a general strategy for next-generation battery electrodes.Additionally,the strategy proposes its extension to other metal-ion battery systems.展开更多
Owing to the dispersion and multi-mode characteristics,guided wave non-destructive technology is promising for characterizing the interface state of incompressible viscoelastic multilayered soft plates.To effectively ...Owing to the dispersion and multi-mode characteristics,guided wave non-destructive technology is promising for characterizing the interface state of incompressible viscoelastic multilayered soft plates.To effectively apply the guided waves in structural health monitoring,it is essential to attain a comprehensive understanding of dispersion and attenuation properties for Lamb waves in these plates,particularly those with weak interfaces.To achieve this,a hyper-viscoelastic fractional order model is employed to investigate Lamb waves in multilayered soft plates with weak interfaces.The analysis encompasses weak connections in both shear and vertical directions.An improved Legendre polynomial method with analytical integration expressions is employed to solve dynamic equations.The influence of weak interfaces,fractional order,and pre-deformation on wave characteristics is studied.Interestingly,results reveal the appearance of the transverse quasi-resonance for the S0 mode when pre-compression deformations reach sufficiently large magnitudes.Furthermore,phase velocity and attenuation variations are nonlinear as the weak interface coefficients increase.As these coefficients become adequately large,the variations diminish progressively,ultimately approaching a saturation point.展开更多
Prelithiation is effective for compensating active lithium-ion(Li+)loss in silicon(Si)-based battery electrode materials.However,owing to the dynamic growth of the solid electrolyte interface(SEI),capacity fading r...Prelithiation is effective for compensating active lithium-ion(Li+)loss in silicon(Si)-based battery electrode materials.However,owing to the dynamic growth of the solid electrolyte interface(SEI),capacity fading remains the biggest challenge for the industrialization of Si electrodes.To address this problem,a novel ether-based prelithiation reagent was rationally designed by exploiting the weak solvent-solute coordination and the competitive reduction mechanism among electrolyte components.Precise regulation of the Li+solvation structure enhanced Li+transport during prelithiation,achieving an exceptional initial Coulombic efficiency(ICE)of~100%for the Si/carbon(Si/C)anode after performing contact prelithiation for 2 min.Furthermore,the lithium fluoride(LiF)-rich interface with high mechanical toughness was pre-formed to assist in the formation of a stable SEI controlling the lowest unoccupied molecular orbital(LUMO)energy and binding energy of the prelithiation reagent,thereby improving the half-cell cycle performance.Consequently,the ICE of the full-cell incorporating the prelithiated Si/C anode increased by 40%compared with that containing as-received materials,and the corresponding energy density was 551.2 Wh kg-1 based on the electrode material after 3 cycles.Furthermore,theoretical calculations combined with in situ characterization techniques confirmed the strong potential of the contact prelithiation design strategy for large-scale industrial applications.展开更多
基金support from National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.51874033)to Prof.Hai-Yan Tang.
摘要In view of the frequent deterioration of molten steel quality during the tundish filling process,the slag-steel-air interface behavior in a tundish,including liquid level fluctuation,slag eyes,slag entrapment and air suction during the steady-state casting and filling process,was comparatively studied through physical modeling and mathematical simulation methods.During the filling process,the liquid surface forms a large-size slag eye under the impact of molten steel from a ladle shroud,which simultaneously results in a violent fluctuation of liquid level.Concurrently,the liquid flow entrains the air phase and the cover slag into the tundish impact zone,resulting in slag entrapment and air suction.At filling flow rates of 1.5Q,2.0Q,and 2.5Q(Q is the flow rate under steady-state casting),the amount of slag entrapped is 8.39×10-5,9.65×10-5,and 12.7×10-5m3,respectively,while the volume of air aspirated is 0.84×10-4,1.47×10-4,and 2.01×10-4m3,indicating that slag entrapment and air suction intensify with an increase in tundish filling flow rate.Flow field characterization identifies eddy currents in the impact zone as the primary driver of the above phenomena.Proper filling process parameters were proposed to improve the steel quality during the tundish filling.
摘要Invasive as well as non-invasive neurotechnologies conceptualized to interface the central and peripheral nervous system have been probed for the past decades,which refer to electroencephalography,electrocorticography and microelectrode arrays.The challenges of these mentioned approaches are characterized by the bandwidth of the spatiotemporal resolution,which in turn is essential for large-area neuron recordings(Abiri et al.,2019).
基金financially supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(Grant No.2021YFA1200203)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.12261160364)the National Natural Science Foundation of China/Research Grants Council Joint Research Scheme(Grant No.N_CityU173/22)。
摘要For decades,refining grain or twin structures at the nanoscale has been the cornerstone strategy for enhancing metal strength[1].However,when structural dimensions shrink to below~10 nm,this approach hits an insurmountable bottleneck,that is,material softening triggered by interface instability,which prevents further strength improvement[2-5].Now,writing in science,Li and colleagues introduce a novel strengthening approach based on nanoscale negative excess-energy interfaces(NEIs)that elevates the mechanical performance of nickelmolybdenum(Ni-Mo)alloys to an unprecedented level[6].
基金supported by a Discovery Grant from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada(No.RGPIN-2023-03227 Schiavo)。
摘要We derive closed-form solutions to the three-dimensional Eshelby's problem of a spherical Eshelby inclusion undergoing uniform deviatoric eigenstrains concentrically embedded in an isotropic elastic finite spherical domain with a traction-free or rigidly clamped boundary.The interface between the inclusion and its surrounding domain is assumed to be of Steigmann-Ogden type.Our solutions indicate that the stresses and strains within the spherical inclusion are generally nonuniform because of the effects of the finite spherical domain and the Steigmann-Ogden imperfect interface.The internal elastic field of stresses and strains is uniform within the spherical inclusion when a condition that relates the single interface parameter to the geometric parameter and Poisson's ratio of the finite domain is satisfied.When the spherical edge is rigidly clamped,a GurtinMurdoch interface is found to be sufficient to achieve this interior uniformity property.In contrast,when the spherical edge is traction-free,a Steigmann-Ogden interface with nonzero and positive bending stiffness parameters must be used to achieve the interior uniformity property.
基金supported by Deep Earth Probe and Mineral Resources Exploration-National Science and Technology Major Project(Grant No.2024ZD1003705)the Beijing Nova Program(Grant No.20220484057)support from China Scholarship Council under Grant CSC No.202110300001.
摘要Stability of base-exposed backfill roof in underhand drift-and-fill mining is crucial for the safety of those working beneath.Given the commonly used primary-and-secondary mining sequence,interfaces are formed between adjacent filled drifts,which can weaken the integrity of the backfill roof.These interfaces also lead to two common drift layouts:aligned drifts and staggered drifts.However,less attention has been paid to the interfaces and the two drift layouts were not adequately distinguished in previous studies.In this paper,the interfaces between filled drifts were firstly considered to investigate the stability of backfill roof.Failure modes and strength requirements of backfill roof in aligned and staggered drifts are comprehensively investigated by FLAC3D,with a focus on considerations of varied shear parameters of the interfaces.Results show that failure modes in aligned drifts transition from block sliding to top caving,bottom caving or sloughing as the interface cohesion increases from zero to at least half of the backfill cohesion.Further increases in interface cohesion allow aligned drifts to behave as if there are no interfaces between them.The critical stability conditions of backfill roof in aligned drifts were mostly determined by the interface strength instead of the backfill strength.However,the stability of backfill roof in staggered drifts is barely affected by the interface strength.The outcomes are expected to provide references for mining engineers to optimize drift layouts and perform cost-effective backfill roof strength design at mines using underhand drift-and-fill mining method.
基金funding supported by the Strategic Priority Research Program of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(XDB1140000)National Natural Science Foundation of China(22379156,U23A20141)+1 种基金Qingdao New Energy Shandong Laboratory(QIBEBT/SEI/QNESL S202305)Key R&D Program of Shandong Province,China(2024SFGC0102)。
摘要While 2D/3D heterostructures are widely employed to improve the stability of perovskite optoelectronic devices,their effectiveness is fundamentally governed by the crystallinity of the interfacial structure -a factor often overlooked.Disordered interfaces exhibit thermodynamic metastability,where ion diffusion induces sequential phase transitions from low-n to high-n phases.Here,we construct atomically ordered 2D/3D interfaces using phase-pure 2D perovskite capping layers,which reduce the interfacial phase transition rate by 95%and effectively suppress ion migration.As a result,devices exhibit outstanding operational stability,retaining over 99%of their initial power conversion efficiency after 1500 h of continuous operation,along with excellent thermal durability at 85℃.These findings identify interfacial order as a critical parameter for regulating ion dynamics and phase behavior,providing a robust design principle for achieving high-efficiency,long-lifetime perovskite technologies.
基金supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52272123,52072301,12504037)the Outstanding Scholar Foundation for Technology Innovation of Shaanxi Province(2024)+3 种基金the National Key R&D Program of China(No.2022YFB3504901)Natural Science Basic Research Program of Shaanxi Province(No.2025JC-YBMS-467)Guangxi Science and Technology Plan Project(No.AB22035043)the‘111’Project(No.B20028)。
摘要SrTiO3-based thermoelectric ceramics show potential for high-temperature energy harvesting but face challenges from inefficient carrier transport and high thermal conductivity.This work presents a multi-scale structural engineering strategy to address these challenges,fabricating textured Sr0.875La0.1Ti O3m Ti/10 wt%Bi2O3(SLTTB)ceramics via plate-like SrTiO3templates.Through this design,the ceramics form a unique core-shell architecture,where template seeds act as growth cores for epitaxially alignedoriented grains,forming coherent interfaces with a precipitate-rich interlayer and a precipitate-free shell.In the interlayer,uniformly distributed“peanut-shaped”Bi-Ti_nO2n-1nanoparticle pairs enhance electron mobility and phonon scattering.The hierarchical microstructure creates multiscale coherent interfaces that reduce electron grain boundary scattering,enabling preferential electron transport pathways parallel to the casting direction.This architecture enables the decoupling of electrical and thermal properties,with a power factor reaching 1815μW/m/K2at 1073 K with thermal conductivity suppressed by interfacial and nanoparticle scattering.Consequently,the SLTTB textured ceramic achieves a notable ZT of 0.64 at 1073 K,a significant enhancement over conventional counterparts.This work demonstrates a multi-scale structural strategy integrating template-induced texture,core-shell design,and nanoscale interface modulation to decouple the electrical and thermal properties of SrTiO3-based materials,and provides a roadmap for tailoring the electrical-thermal transport properties of thermoelectric textured ceramics.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52072208 and 52261160384)supported by the Postdoctoral Fellowship Program(Grade B)of China Postdoctoral Science Foundation under Grant Number GZB20250057China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(2025M770223).
摘要With the growing global energy demand and the pressing need for a clean energy transition,supercapacitors(SCs)have demonstrated significant application potential in electric vehicles,wearable electronics,and renewable energy storage systems owing to their rapid charge-discharge capability,exceptional power density,and prolonged cycle life.The improvement of their overall performance fundamentally depends on the synergistic design of electrode materials and electrolyte systems,as well as the precise regulation of the electrode-electrolyte interface.This review focuses on the key components of supercapacitors,systematically reviewing the design strategies of high-performance electrode materials,outlining recent advances in novel electrolyte systems,and comprehensively discussing the critical roles of interfacial reinforcement and optimization in enhancing device energy density,power performance,and cycling stability.Furthermore,interfacial engineering strategies and innovations in device architecture are proposed to address interfacial degradation in flexible SCs under mechanical stress.Finally,key future research directions are highlighted,including the development of high-voltage and wide-temperature-range electrolyte systems and the integrated advancement of multiscale in situ characterization techniques and theoretical modeling.This review aims to provide theoretical guidance and innovative strategies for material design,contributing toward the realization of next-generation supercapacitors with enhanced energy density and reliability.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(NSFC,Grant Nos.22220102002,22025505,22522903,52203334,22479098)Natural Science Foundation of Shanghai(Grant Nos.23ZR1432300 and 23ZR1428000)+1 种基金Shanghai Science and Technology Commission Program(Grant No.25DZ3001902)Shanghai Jiao Tong University 2030 Initiative(Grant No.WH510363004/003)。
摘要The dual interfaces of the perovskite layer,especially the interface between perovskite and selfassembled monolayer(SAM),play a crucial role in ensuring good efficiency and stability of solar cells in p-i-n configuration.However,it is still challenging to simultaneously modify the dual interfaces using a simple technology without additional processes,particularly for large-area perovskite solar modules(PSMs).In this work,we propose an in situ dual-interface modification method that introduces 5-aminovaleric acid hydroiodide(5 AVAI)as a bifunctional molecular interface spacer,which has an anchoring carboxyl group for orientation and an amino group for interface modification.We demonstrate that 5 AVAI modifies the SAM layer through oriented anchoring,improved wettability,and strengthened interactions with perovskite and charge transport layers.Notably,the extrusion of 5 AVAI during the perovskite crystallization process passivates surface defects and mitigates surface lattice strain.Using this bifunctional molecular interface spacer,we achieve the champion efficiency of 22.31%(certified21.69%)for 10 cm×10 cm PSMs with an aperture area of 64 cm2by slot-die coating.Moreover,the corresponding module exhibits exceptional stability,maintaining 95.6%of its initial efficiency after 2000 h of continuous maximum power point operation at 75℃,which is among the best operational stabilities for PSMs.
基金supported in part by the Science and Technology Plan of Shenzhen under Grant KJZD20240903100208012 and KJZD20231023100159002in part by the SUSTech HighLevel Special Funds under Grant G03034K007in part by the SUSTech-SANECHPS Research Grant HC-CNZXIC20260323001。
摘要The rapid proliferation of AI and high-performance computing(HPC)applications is driving chip-to-chip and die-todie(D2D)interfaces toward substantially higher bandwidth density.These high-speed interface technologies are essential for chiplet architectures,high-bandwidth memory(HBM),and heterogeneous integrated systems.Single-ended simultaneous bidirectional(SBD)technology doubles system throughput by enabling concurrent transmission and reception over a single physical channel.
基金Project(52174141)supported by the National Natural Foundation of ChinaProject(2023A313)supported by the Science and Technology Plan of Huainan City,ChinaProject(2024C943)supported by the Postdoctoral Research of Anhui Province,China。
摘要Weak rock-concrete interfaces significantly affect the stability of underground supporting structures.This study aims to investigate the effects of interface inclination on the creep behavior and failure mechanisms of composite specimens.Seven rock-concrete composite specimens with different inclination angles under hydrothermal curing at 60℃were prepared,and uniaxial and graded loading creep tests were completed.The results show that with increasing interface inclination,the compressive strength of the composite specimens initially decreases and then increases,with the minimum strength observed at inclinations between 60°and 75°.Three typical failure patterns were identified:axial failure,composite failure,and interface failure.The creep failure strength exceeded the uniaxial compressive strength,indicating improved time-dependent deformation resistance under elevated temperature curing.The instantaneous strain initially decreases and then increases as the interface inclination angle grows.Compared to 0°inclination,specimens with 45°,60°,75°,and 90°inclinations exhibited reductions in instantaneous strain of 2.64%,18.84%,23.29%,and 0.73%,respectively.The steady-state creep rate and creep ratio exhibited a decrease-stabilization-increase trend with increasing stress levels.Creep strain increased with increasing stress levels for all inclinations,with a sharp increase near the failure stage.A nonlinear constitutive model considering interface inclination and creep damage was developed based on damage theory.A nonlinear damage-based constitutive model incorporating interface inclination effects was developed,and its theoretical predictions closely matched the experimental data in all creep stages.These findings provide a quantitative understanding of creep failure mechanisms in rock-concrete interfaces and provide practical references for enhancing the safety of underground support systems.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China (52076076, 52006065)Fundamental Research Funds for Central Universities (2025JC003)Beijing Municipal Natural Science Foundation (3242022)
摘要In the realm of large-scale power system energy storage,sodium-based batteries represent a cost-effective post-lithium energy storage technology,making inorganic solid-state sodium batteries(ISSSB)a critical branch of this development.Inorganic solid-state electrolytes(ISSEs)are the core components of sodium batteries;however,they face significant challenges such as insufficient ionic conductivity,interfacial instability,and dendrite growth,all of which severely hinder practical application.This review critically assesses experimental protocols and theoretical frameworks related to mainstream ISSEs and systematizes optimization strategies aimed at overcoming these challenges.Leveraging integrated insights from both experimental and computational studies,the review first categorizes and summarizes the primary types of ISSEs,namely oxide-,sulfide-,and halide-based electrolytes.It then details interfacial optimization strategies focused on addressing three core interfacial issues:ion transport barriers resulting from mechanical incompatibility,side reactions stemming from electrochemical mismatch,and dendrite formation.Finally,the review advocates prioritizing in-depth research that integrates experimental and theoretical approaches to establish a closed-loop methodology encompassing predictive design,multiscale investigation,mechanistic exploration,and high-throughput automated experimentation,with feedback-driven refinement.This work serves as a comprehensive reference and systematic roadmap for future research on solid-state electrolytes(SSEs).
基金financial support from the Scientific Research Fund of Hunan Provincial Education Department,China(Nos.23C0250,22B0741)Scientific Research Fund of Provincial Natural Science Foundation of Hunan,China(Nos.2020JJ4243,2021JJ30180,2021JJ30184)Student Innovation Research and Entrepreneurship Training of Hunan Institute of Engineering,China.
摘要Li2CO3 was introduced into LiPF6-based electrolytes and the electrolytes were stored at 40°C.Nuclear magnetic analysis of electrolytes and X-ray diffraction characterization of reaction residues demonstrate the formation of LiPO2F2 and LiF during storage.This reformulated electrolyte boosts lifespan and Coulombic efficiency(CE)in Li||Li and Li||Cu cells,with Li||Li cells stably cycling for>800 h and 300 h at 0.5 mA/cm2 and 1.0 mA/cm2,respectively.Moreover,with the optimal content of Li2CO3,the CE of the reformulated electrolyte(91.56%)is greatly improved compared to that of the standard electrolyte(81.99%).The compatibility and enhanced rate performance of the reformulated electrolyte are also exhibited in Li||NCM full cells with a moderately high mass loading of 9.6 mg/cm2.
基金co-supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52275165 and 52305146)the Sichuan Science and Technology Program,China(Nos.2023YFG0165 and 2023NSFSC0372)+1 种基金the Sichuan Province Engineering Technology Research Center of General Aircraft Maintenance Project,China(No.GAMRC2023ZD03)the Student Innovation Fund Project,China(No.24CAFUC10202)。
摘要This paper investigates the “brush-like”deformation phenomenon of the contact interface at the bolt-hole during the interference-fit installation of high-locking bolts under static loading in CFRP connection structures.An innovative theoretical model is proposed to predict axial installation force,specifically designed for moderate interference-fit.This model is based on the “brush-like”deformation of the hole wall,with the axial installation force predicted through force analysis and theoretical calculations,effectively overcoming the limitations of prior models that idealized the contact interface at the bolt-hole.The predictions generated by this theoretical model align closely with experimental data,confirming its efficacy in accurately forecasting the curve of installation force for interferencefit bolts during the static installation within the moderate interference-fit range.Additionally,a comprehensive analysis of the relationship between deformation of the hole wall and curves of installation force across small,moderate,and large interference-fit levels are presented.It is demonstrated that the degree of deformation within the moderate interference-fit range is more suitable than that in the small and large interference-fit ranges,making it a reliable alternative for installation force tests within this range during static installation.The moderate interference-fit domain[1.00%,1.24%]is established as a validated and optimal range of interference-fit bolts for the static installation.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52104345).
摘要The phase composition at the slag-iron interface and the distribution behavior of titanium,vanadium,chromium and silicon between hot metal and Ti-bearing electric furnace slag were thoroughly explored.The basicity range for the anosovite phase region was defined by using a phase diagram and a minimum smelting temperature was set at 1540℃.Thermodynamic calculations demonstrate that the activities of TiO2 and SiO2 in the slag decrease with increasing basicity,while those of V2O3 and Cr2O3 increase.Similarly,the activities of[Ti]and[Si]in the molten metal decrease,while those of[V]and[Cr]rise with increasing basicity.As basicity increases,the distribution ratios,LTi and LSi decrease,whereas LV and LCr increase.Significantly,the recovery efficiencies of vanadium and titanium are improved with higher basicity.The primary phases identified in the slag include anosovite,diopside,and titanium spinel.However,when the basicity exceeds 0.8,the formation of the perovskite phase becomes less favorable,suggesting that basicity should be maintained at or below 0.8.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2022YFB4200400)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.W2511056,52503289 and 52333005)+1 种基金Beijing Natural Science Foundation(No.Z230018)the Academic Excellence Foundation of BUAA for PhD Students。
摘要Carbazole derivatives with a single phosphonic acid(PA)group are widely used as monolayer interfaces in perovskites and organic solar cells(OSCs).However,their hydrophilic nature renders ITO electrodes hydrophobic,limiting further applications.In this study,a novel carbazole-based compound functionalized with two PA groups,denoted 2PACz-D1,was designed to create a dual hydrophilic interface.This configuration enables the formation of a bilayer hole-transporting layer(HTL).Specifically,one PA group anchors to the ITO electrode,while the other generates a secondary hydrophilic surface.This allows the subsequent deposition of hydrophilic PEDOT:PSS,forming a protective bilayer HTL that shields ITO from corrosive acidic polymers.The OSCs incorporating this bilayer HTL achieved a power conversion efficiency of 19.44%and exhibited improved thermal stability compared to devices with a single HTL.This work demonstrates the potential of bis-PA carbazole derivatives for tailoring the HTL surface properties,offering promising opportunities for various organic electronic devices.
基金Project(2022YFC3004700)supported by the National Key Research and Development Plan Project,ChinaProject(52374241)supported by the Key Project of the National Natural Science Foundation of China+3 种基金Project(KYCX24_2924)supported by the Postgraduate Research&Practice Innovation Program of Jiangsu Province,ChinaProject(2024WLKXJ151)supported by the Graduate Innovation Program of China University of Mining and Technology,ChinaProject(GZC20241919)supported by the Postdoctoral Fellowship Program of China Postdoctoral Science FoundationProject(2024ZB451)supported by the Jiangsu Province Outstanding Postdoctoral Program,China。
摘要Stress represents a critical determinant of dynamic hazards in underground coal mining operations.Heterogeneous geological features substantially influence stress distribution and magnitude throughout mining environments.To investigate the mechanical evolution and failure mechanisms of heterogeneous stratified composite coal-rock(CCR)under mining-induced stresses,three-point bending tests(TPBT)and numerical simulations are conducted on CCR specimens with varying homogeneity indices.Results show a significant positive correlation between CCR fracture strength and the homogeneity index(φ).Higher φ values are associated with more uniform displacement discontinuity zones during the fracturing process.Initial loading is observed to induce compressive strain at the upper coal-rock interface(UI),while tensile strain predominated at both the lower interface(LI)and boundary(LB).Interface strain magnitudes followed the pattern LB>LI>UI,with stability inversely proportional to strain intensity.As φ increases,interfacial stability is reduced,damage severity is amplified,and the critical strain energy release rate is elevated.These variations are primarily governed by the homogeneity-dependent redistribution of particle zones and the downward migration of resistant interfaces.These findings enhance our understanding of fracture propagation in heterogeneous CCR under mining stresses,thereby contributing to improved hazard forecasting and control strategies in coal mine composite roof systems.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52272209)。
摘要Artificial interface layer-aided zinc anodes(AIL@Zn)with simultaneously controllable Zn dendrite growth and corrosion resistance are highly expected to simultaneously achieve both high capacity and cycle stability in aqueous zinc ion batteries(AZIBs).However,how the facet effects of the AIL guides the efficient Zn deposition behavior remains an open question.Herein,we devise a facile and scalable hydrothermal approach to synthesize various nanostructured X-CeO2 AILs to coat the Zn anode,ultimately offering an X-CeO2@Zn electrode.Among all X-CeO2@Zn anodes,rod-shaped CeO2 with exposed{110}facets modified Zn anode(R-CeO2@Zn)can effectively inhibit dendrite growth and side reactions,thereby delivering ultrastable durability over 2500 h at 1 mA cm-2/0.5 mAh cm-2and reversibility cycled for 250 h at 84.7%depth of discharge.In addition,MoS2//R-CeO2@Zn full cell delivers a significantly capacity retention rate above 99%after 1000 cycles.The superior performance originates from the exposed{110}facets,which uniquely modulate the binding and diffusion energies of Zn adatoms to promote homogeneous deposition.This work shifts the AIL design principle from mere composition selection to atomic-level facet control,offering a general strategy for next-generation battery electrodes.Additionally,the strategy proposes its extension to other metal-ion battery systems.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.12102131)the Science and Technology Innovation Team Support Plan of Henan University(Grant No.23IRTSTHN016)+2 种基金the International Science and Technology Cooperation Project of Henan Province(Grant No.242102521010)the Funding Program for Young Backbone Teachers in Henan Polytechnic University(Grant No.2024XQG-16)Cultivation project for the creation of“Double First Class”projects in the field of safety in Henan Polytechnic University(Grant No.AQ20250711)。
摘要Owing to the dispersion and multi-mode characteristics,guided wave non-destructive technology is promising for characterizing the interface state of incompressible viscoelastic multilayered soft plates.To effectively apply the guided waves in structural health monitoring,it is essential to attain a comprehensive understanding of dispersion and attenuation properties for Lamb waves in these plates,particularly those with weak interfaces.To achieve this,a hyper-viscoelastic fractional order model is employed to investigate Lamb waves in multilayered soft plates with weak interfaces.The analysis encompasses weak connections in both shear and vertical directions.An improved Legendre polynomial method with analytical integration expressions is employed to solve dynamic equations.The influence of weak interfaces,fractional order,and pre-deformation on wave characteristics is studied.Interestingly,results reveal the appearance of the transverse quasi-resonance for the S0 mode when pre-compression deformations reach sufficiently large magnitudes.Furthermore,phase velocity and attenuation variations are nonlinear as the weak interface coefficients increase.As these coefficients become adequately large,the variations diminish progressively,ultimately approaching a saturation point.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.52302244 and 52171180)Henan Province Key Science and Technology Research Projects(Grant No.252102240001)+3 种基金the Graduate Education Reform Project of Henan Province(Grant No.2023SJGLX034Y)the Postgraduate Education Reform Project of Henan Polytechnic University(Grant No.2024YJ01)the Engineering Research Center of Low-carbon Aerospace Power,Ministry of Education(Grant No.CEPE2024021)Open Fund of Hubei Key Laboratory of Electronic Manufacturing and Packaging Integration,Wuhan University(Grant No.EMPI2025021)。
摘要Prelithiation is effective for compensating active lithium-ion(Li+)loss in silicon(Si)-based battery electrode materials.However,owing to the dynamic growth of the solid electrolyte interface(SEI),capacity fading remains the biggest challenge for the industrialization of Si electrodes.To address this problem,a novel ether-based prelithiation reagent was rationally designed by exploiting the weak solvent-solute coordination and the competitive reduction mechanism among electrolyte components.Precise regulation of the Li+solvation structure enhanced Li+transport during prelithiation,achieving an exceptional initial Coulombic efficiency(ICE)of~100%for the Si/carbon(Si/C)anode after performing contact prelithiation for 2 min.Furthermore,the lithium fluoride(LiF)-rich interface with high mechanical toughness was pre-formed to assist in the formation of a stable SEI controlling the lowest unoccupied molecular orbital(LUMO)energy and binding energy of the prelithiation reagent,thereby improving the half-cell cycle performance.Consequently,the ICE of the full-cell incorporating the prelithiated Si/C anode increased by 40%compared with that containing as-received materials,and the corresponding energy density was 551.2 Wh kg-1 based on the electrode material after 3 cycles.Furthermore,theoretical calculations combined with in situ characterization techniques confirmed the strong potential of the contact prelithiation design strategy for large-scale industrial applications.