Considerations for polarization insensitive optical switching and modulation using strained InGaAs/InAlAs quantum well structure

It is shown that In/sub 1-x/Ga/sub x/As/In/sub 0.52/Al/sub 0.48/As MQW structures with the wells under tensile strain obtained by the appropriate selection of the Ga mole fraction and well size can achieve polarization-insensitive optical switching and modulation for a wide range of wavelengths between 1.0 and 1.6 mu m. For example, a change in refractive index of -0.5% at about 1.55 mu m will facilitate an intersectional angle of more than 10 degrees in a total internal reflection switch which can be readily fabricated. Hence, this material system is promising for long-wavelength polarization-insensitive semiconductor optoelectronic devices.<>     

智能优化测试问题产生器

本文提出了一种更适合产生工程类测试问题的算法,给出了智能优化测试问题产生器(OTPG)的结构,讨论了专家系统(ES)和Monte-Carlo模拟在OTPG中的应用。     

激光光束质量诊断技术的进展

本文介绍了激光光束质量诊断技术近年来的进展，以及国际标准化组织推荐的聚集光束测量法，指出了该技术的发展方向。     

新型线圈式磁弹性扭矩传感器

阐述了新型线圈式磁弹性扭矩传感器的原理,推导出其输出表达式,进而说明了线圈式磁弹性扭矩传感器具有输出平稳、响应快的特点。     

A study on the anodic protection of Titanium evaporators in Al2(SO4)3 solution

The feasibility of the anodic protection of titanium evaporators in Al₂(SO₄)₃ solution was studied by the measurement of polarization curves, weight loss, solubility of passive film and AC impedance. The protection parameters and efficiency were determined. In addition, the practical technology of anodic protection was studied by screening reference electrodes and auxiliary cathodes. Throwing power was also measured. Four rows of tube-type evaporators of titanium have been anodically protected in situ. Field tests lasting more than one year show satisfactory results.     

The traditional Yemeni window and natural lighting

The traditional Yemeni window is considered to be one of the most important elements that characterize the yemeni architecture. The beauty of the traditional Yemeni window comes from its four main components which combined the functions of view, lighting, ventilation, protection, and privacy. These functions can be controlled by the occupants according to their social and environmental needs. The four main components are the lower part (Taqah), the fanlight (Qamariyah), the wooden external overhang (Konnah), and the small vent (Shaquos). Since fanlights provide natural lighting during day-time, the area of the lower part can be reduced and its exterior shutters can be closed without the need for artificial lighting. The internal natural lighting that is provided by the upper and lower parts of the window was investigated to see its quality. In this investigation, there were two main goals. The first is the contribution and quality of the internal light provided by the Qamariyah when shutters are closed. The second is the effect of the internal simple white cloth curtains, in the lower part, in the internal light quality. Visual measurements were taken in a typical room of a traditional house of the Old City of Sana'a, Yemen. From the findings, it was found that the fanlights (Qamariyat) provide low and soft homogeneous internal lighting which was as low as 22 lux average. However, the occupants have the ability to increase level of lighting to as high as 600 or 700 lux. This can be done simply by deciding which shutter to open and how many of them to be opened. In this paper, the methodology and findings will be presented and discussed.     

Three‐dimensionally braided carbon fiber–epoxy composites,a new type of material for osteosynthesis devices. I. Mechanical properties and moisture absorption behavior

In recent years, three‐dimensionally (3D) braided composites have attracted a great deal of attention because of their high‐impact damage tolerance and fatigue life, superior fracture toughness, and so forth, and have been used in aeronautics, military, and transportation. These advantages make them strong candidates for osteosynthesis devices. In this study, 3D braided carbon fiber–epoxy (C_3D/EP) composites were produced via a simple vacuum impregnation technique. The load‐deflection curve, mechanical properties, and influence of fiber volume fraction, braiding angle, and axial reinforcing fibers were examined to determine their suitability for internal fixation devices. It is found that the C_3D/EP composites have excellent toughness and do not show brittleness when fractured because of their relatively high void content. The flexural, shear, and impact strengths of the C_3D/EP composites are excellent. It was shown that a C_3D/EP composite with a stiffness similar to load‐bearing bones can be made while maintaining enough strength. It is concluded that a relatively higher void content and braiding angle is more suitable for the C_3D/EP composites from the viewpoint of requirements of fracture fixation materials. The moisture absorption behavior and changes in mechanical properties caused by moisture uptake were evaluated. Results show that absorbed moisture slightly decreases mechanical properties of the C_3D/EP composites. Contrary to the unreinforced epoxy, the moisture absorption behavior of the C_3D/EP composites cannot be described with Fick's law of diffusion, probably because of the presence of voids and/or 3D fiber structure. The exact mechanisms should be proposed in further investigations. © 2002 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Appl Polym Sci 85: 1031–1039, 2002     

圆锥形零件冲压变形与成形载荷的分析

由于悬空侧壁部分的变形状态是圆锥形零件成形的关键，而径向拉应力是实现悬空部分成形的必要条件，同时也是该部分冲压成形成败的关键为此，经力学分析得出了侧壁部分径向拉应力的解析式和造成圆锥形零件破裂的最大径向拉应力的计算式。同时分析了圆锥形零件的成形载荷。     

塑钢包装箱材料贮存寿命预测

用热老化箱对4种塑钢包装箱用材进行了为期1个月的热老化试验，以材料的冲击强度作为判据指标，通过回归处理外推得到其常温下的贮存寿命预测评估结果。