Experimental Measurement and Correlation of the Solubility of Methyl-acetyl-naphthalene in n-Heptane,n-Octane,and n-Dodecane

1 INTRODUCTION 2-Methyl-6-acetylnaphthalene (2,6-MAN) is a type of white or pale yellow, powdery crystal, with a melting point of 332.15K. It is an important interme- diate[1] used for producing 2,6-naphthalene dicarbox- ylic acid (2,6-NDA), which has very extensive appli- cations in not only the light, electronic, and defense industries, but in many other areas. In particular, 2,6-NDA is an important monomer of liquid crystal polyester material (LCP) and polyethylene naphtha- lene-2…     

Growth,doping and characterization of epitaxial thin films and patterned structures of AlN,GaN, and AlxGa1−xN

Advancements in the doping of GaN and Al_xGa_1−xN thin films, and the growth of GaN and Al_xGa_1−xN structures on patterned heterostructure substrates via metalorganic vapor phase epitaxy are reported. The acceptor-type behavior of Mg-doped GaN films grown in N₂ diluents is presented. Net ionized impurity concentrations up to 8×10¹⁸ cm⁻³ and Hall mobilities up to ≈14 cm² V⁻¹ s⁻¹ were measured for Mg-doped films grown in N₂ in the as-grown condition. Donor and acceptor doping of Al_xGa_1−xN alloys was performed. Acceptor doping of Al_xGa_1−xN for x≤0.13 and donor doping for x≤0.58 were achieved for films deposited at 1100 °C. Lateral epitaxial overgrowth of GaN and Al_xGa_1−xN layers was investigated. The growth and coalescence of GaN and Al_xGa_1−xN stripes patterned in SiO₂ and/or SiN_x masks deposited on GaN, including aligned second lateral epitaxial overgrowth on initial laterally overgrown GaN layers, are discussed.     

First-principles calculations of electronic structures and optical,phononic, and thermodynamic properties of monoclinic α-spodumene

To further the applications of spodumene in ceramic materials, we performed first-principles density functional theory calculations using a quasi-harmonic approximation to investigate the electronic structures and optical, phononic, and thermodynamic properties of monoclinic types of α-spodumene with C2 and P2₁ structures. The electronic structures of C2- and P2₁-spodumene including band structure and density of states, were observed to be similar. These spodumene can be treated as wide-direct-band-gap insulators with band-gap widths of 5.537 eV for C2 -spodumene and 6.335 eV for P2₁-spodumene. The optical properties of C2- and P2₁-spodumene indicated that both C2- and P2₁-spodumene were found to be optically anisotropic and they can be used for UV shielding in optical devices. Additionally, we investigated the phononic properties of these spodumene to explore their thermodynamic characteristics, and found that both types are dynamically stable.     

Modeling,Simulation, and Experimental Validation of Drying and Denaturation Behavior of Whey Protein Isolate–Based Coatings

Previous studies proved that heat-treated whey protein isolate (WPI)-based coatings can act as an adequate packaging material with sufficient barrier properties and producibility. These properties also depend on the degree of denaturation of the coating formulations used. This study focuses on the modeling, simulation, and experimental validation of drying and denaturation behavior of WPI-based coatings. Simulation according to existing models is able to describe denaturation and drying kinetics of WPI based coatings adequately. A degree of denaturation of about 13% was reached during coating production. Water vapor transmission rates were reduced up to 67%.     

Effects of Zn, Cu, and K Promoters on the Structure and on the Reduction, Carburization, and Catalytic Behavior of Iron-Based Fischer–Tropsch Synthesis Catalysts

Zn, K, and Cu effects on the structure and surface area and on the reduction, carburization, and catalytic behavior of Fe–Zn and Fe oxides used as precursors to Fischer–Tropsch synthesis (FTS) catalysts, were examined using X-ray diffraction, kinetic studies of their reactions with H₂ or CO, and FTS reaction rate measurements. Fe₂O₃ precursors initially reduce to Fe₃O₄ and then to metallic Fe (in H₂) or to a mixture of Fe_2.5C and Fe₃C (in CO). Zn, present as ZnFe₂O₄, increases the surface area of precipitated oxide precursors by inhibiting sintering during thermal treatment and during activation in H₂/CO reactant mixtures, leading to higher FTS rates than on ZnO-free precursors. ZnFe₂O₄ species do not reduce to active FTS structures, but lead instead to the loss of active components; as a result, maximum FTS rates are achieved at intermediate Zn/Fe atomic ratios. Cu increases the rate of Fe₂O₃ reduction to Fe₃O₄ by providing H₂ dissociation sites. Potassium increases CO activation rates and increases the rate of carburization of Fe₃O₄. In this manner, Cu and K promote the nucleation of oxygen-deficient FeO _x species involved as intermediate inorganic structures in reduction and carburization of Fe₂O₃ and decrease the ultimate size of the Fe oxide and carbide structures formed during activation in synthesis gas. As a result, Cu and K increase FTS rates on catalysts formed from Fe–Zn oxide precursors. Cu increases CH₄ and the paraffin content in FTS products, but the additional presence of K inhibits these effects. Potassium titrates residual acid and hydrogenation sites and increases the olefin content and molecular weight of FTS products. K increases the rate of secondary water–gas shift reactions, while Cu increases the relative rate of oxygen removal as CO₂ instead of water after CO is dissociated in FTS elementary steps. Through these two different mechanisms, K and Cu both increase CO₂ selectivities during FTS reactions on catalysts based on Fe–Zn oxide precursors.     

Oxidative degradation kinetics of lycopene, lutein, and 9-cis and all-trans β-carotene

The thermal and oxidative degradation of carotenoids was studied in an oil model system to determine their relative stabilities and the major β-carotene isomers formed during the reaction. All-trans β-carotene, 9-cis β-carotene, lycopene, and lutein were heated in safflower seed oil at 75, 85, and 95°C for 24, 12, and 5 h, respectively. The major isomers formed during heating of β-carotene were 13-cis, 9-cis, and an unidentified cis isomer. The degradation kinetics for the carotenoids followed a first-order kinetic model. The rates of degradation were as follows: lycopene>all-trans β-carotene≈9-cis β-carotene>lutein. The values for the thermodynamic parameters indicate that a kinetic compensation effect exists between all of the carotenoids. These data suggest that lycopene was most susceptible to degradation and lutein had the greatest stability in the model system of the carotenoids tested. Furthermore, there was no significant difference in the rates of degradation for 9-cis and all-trans β-carotene under the experimental conditions.     

Influence of source,rate, and method of applicating controlled release fertilizer on nutrient release and growth of ‘Savannah’ holly

An experiment was conducted to determine the effect of rate of fertilizer application and method of application on the rate of nutrient release and growth of Savannah holly (Ilex ×attenuata Ashe) using three controlled release fertilizers. The controlled release fertilizers used were Osmocote 17N—3P—9.9K, Sierrablen 17N—3P—8.3K, and High-N 24N—1.7P—5.8K, all 12 to 14 month formulations. The three fertilizers had different release rates as determined by leachate nitrate—N and electrical conductivity (EC) measurements. Topdressing of fertilizer had the greatest release rate at seven days after treatment compared to fertilizer incorporation which had the lowest EC readings at 120 days after treatment. Fertilizer source had no effect on the shoot growth of Savannah holly. Growth index and shoot dry weight of Savannah holly increased linearly as N rate increased from 0.9 to 2.1 kg N m^–3. A significant linear relationship (R² = 0.97, Nitrate—N = 409 (EC)) between nitrate—N and EC indicates that nitrate—N concentration can be estimated from EC readings when the pour-through method is used with multicoated controlled release fertilizers. The controlled release fertilizers used in this study provided adequate nutrient release rates for up to four months under outdoor nursery conditions during the months of June through October.     

Synthesis and reactivity of an 2-azabutadiene-based π-conjugated dithioether: Formation of a N,S-ligated molybdenum chelate complex and C,N,S-pincer complexes of palladium and platinum

Nucleophilic attack of sodium isopropylthiolate on 4,4-dichloro-1,1-diphenyl-2-azabuta-1,3-diene [Cl₂CC(H)–NCPh₂}] (1) affords the 2-azabutadiene derivative [(i-PrS)₂CC(H)–NCPh₂] (2). Upon irradiation of Mo(CO)₆ in THF in the presence of 2, the chelate complex cis-[(OC)₄Mo{(i-PrS)₂CC(H)–NCPh₂}] (3) is obtained. Coordination on Mo occurs through the imine nitrogen and a thioether group. Polydentate dithioether 2 acts as N,C,S-pincer ligand after orthometallation reaction with Pd(II) or Pt(II). The molecular structures of 2 and (C,N,S)-[(i-PrS)₂CC(H)–NC(Ph)C₆H₄)PtCl] (4b) have been determined by X-ray diffraction studies.     

Excess Molar Volumes and Viscosities of Binary Mixtures of p-Xylene with Cyclohexane, n-Heptane, n-Octane, Sulfolane, N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone and Acetic Acid at 303.15 K and 323.15 K and Atmospheric Pressure

Experimental data on density and viscosity at 303.15 K and 323.15 K are presented for the binary mixtures of p-xylene with cyclohexane, n-heptane, n-octane, sulfolane, N-methyl-S-pyrrolidone and acetic acid. From these data, the excess molar volume and deviations in viscosity have been calculated. The computed quantities have been fitted to the Redlich-Kister Equation to derive coefficients and estimate the standard error values. Results are discussed in terms of intermolecular interactions.     

Inhibition of β-Glucosidase and Esterase by Tannins from Betula, Salix, and Pinus Species

The reaction of tannin fractions isolated from the bark of Betula, Salix, and Pinus species with two enzymes, -glucosidase and esterase, was investigated. The influence of precipitation to the hydrolytic capacity of -glucosidase also was studied. All tannins studied precipitated -glucosidase and esterase, and moderate differences in the precipitating capacities of the tannins were observed. Interestingly, complex formation between -glucosidase and tannin did not markedly affect the activity of the enzyme. Therefore, complex formation during the insect/herbivore feeding does not necessarily change the defense activity of phenolic glycosides or decrease activity of digestive enzymes.     

Preparation, Properties and Application of Polymeric Organic-Inorganic Nanocomposites

Six preparation methods for polymeric organic-inorganic nanocomposites and their respective mechanisms and features are reviewed. The extraordinary properties of polymeric organic-inorganic nanocomposites are discussed,and their potential applications are evaluated.     

Statistical Copolymers of l,l-lactide and ε-caprolactone

Summary Copolymers of l,l-lactide with -caprolactone have been investigated in order to develop valuable biodegradable materials for medical applications. The syntheses of homopolymers and copolymers of l,l-lactide and -caprolactone by ring-opening bulk polymerization were performed using stannous octoate as initiator at 120 °C. The compositions of the copolymers were systematically varied by polymerization of monomer mixtures containing from 10 to 90 95 of -caprolactone, at 10% step of variation. High polymerization conversions were observed for homopolymers and copolymers syntheses. Synthesized products were characterized by gel permeation chromatography (GPC) and nuclear magnetic resonance spectrometry (NMR). The analyses of the segment lengths by ¹³C-NMR spectroscopy indicated the predominance of random copolymers formation and the transesterification reaction was not detected.     

Examination of morphology,degradation and biocompatibility of fluorapatite–forsterite nanocomposite

This research has been done to study the characteristics and biocompatible evaluation of nano-biocomposite ceramic. Nanocomposites with the base of fluorapatite with 15, 25, 35 wt% of forsterite have been synthesized by the sol-gel method. Fluorapatite-forsterite nanocomposites have been characterized in terms of degradation by determining the weight change percentages and the pH changes in terms of bioactivity by checking the apatite layer formation using a solution of simulated body fluid (SBF). The release rate of silicon ions and fluorine ions are measured by ICP and fluorine selective electrode, respectively. This is the indication of desirable bioactivity in the synthesized nanocomposite and can be increased by adding the amount of forsterite in the samples and the higher solubility of the forsterite incompatible with fluorapatite. Compressive strength measurements indicate that the compressive strength of the nanocomposite increases by adding the forsterite percentages. The result of MTT assay indicates nontoxicity and decreases the cell viability in 7 days incompatible with the first day.     

Effect of ethanol and α-pinene on response of ambrosia beetle,Trypodendron lineatum,to lineatin-baited funnel and drainpipe traps

The response ofT. lineatum to ethanol and -pinene, when used with the pheromone lineatin, was tested for two trap types. Funnel traps, which are passive barrier traps, caught significantly more beetles than drainpipe traps, which require an active response by the beetle to enter the trap. However, the response ofT. lineatum to the semiochemical treatments did not significantly differ for the two trap types. Treatments that included -pinene with the pheromone, either with or without ethanol, caught significantly moreT. lineatin than those with the pheromone alone. When ethanol and or -pinene were added to the pheromone significantly more female beetles were trapped than with pheromone alone. Male-female ratios were significantly lower for both types of traps when ethanol was included in the bait than for lineatin alone or with -pinene. A higher percentage of male beetles entered the drainpipe traps than was captured with funnel traps.     

Densification,microstructure, and mechanical properties of ZrC–SiC ceramics

ZrC–SiC ceramics were fabricated by high-energy ball milling and reactive hot pressing of ZrH₂, carbon black, and varying amounts of SiC. The ceramics were composed of nominally pure ZrC containing 0 to 30 vol% SiC particles. The relative density increased as SiC content increased, from 96.8% for nominally pure ZrC to 99.3% for ZrC-30 vol% SiC. As SiC content increased from 0 to 30 vol%, Young's modulus increased from 404 ± 11 to 420 ± 9 GPa and Vickers hardness increased from 18.5 ± 0.7 to 23.0 ± 0.5 GPa due to a combination of the higher relative density of ceramics with higher SiC content and the higher Young's modulus and hardness of SiC compared to ZrC. Flexure strength was 308 ± 11 MPa for pure ZrC, but increased to 576 ± 49 MPa for a SiC content of 30 vol%. Fracture toughness was 2.3 ± 0.2 MPa·m^1/2 for pure ZrC and increased to about 3.0 ± 0.1 MPa·m^1/2 for compositions containing SiC additions. The combination of high-energy ball milling and reactive hot pressing was able to produce ZrC–SiC ceramics with sub-micron grain sizes and high relative densities with higher strengths than previously reported for similar materials.     

Formation of Hydroperoxy-, Keto- and Hydroxy-Dienes in FAME from Oils: Influence of Temperature and Addition of α-Tocopherol

The influence of temperature (40, 60 and 80 °C) and addition of α-tocopherol (0, 500 mg/kg) on the formation and distribution of the main oxidation products of linoleic acid, i.e. hydroperoxy-, keto- and hydroxy-dienes, were studied in samples of fatty acid methyl esters (FAME) derived from high-linoleic (HL) and high-oleic (HO) sunflower oils. In the range of temperatures studied, the formation of hydroperoxydienes showed monomolecular and bimolecular rate constants that ranged from 0.01 to 1 mmol^1/2kg^−1/2h⁻¹ and from 0.02 to 0.9 h⁻¹, respectively. The overall activation energies involved were similar for both samples and for the monomolecular and bimolecular periods (63–68 kJ/mol). The relative oxidation of methyl linoleate, which depended on the fatty acid composition of the FAME sample, was unaffected by temperature. At the three temperatures assayed, hydroperoxydienes constituted approximately 90 and 50% of total hydroperoxides in the HL and HO samples, respectively. Formation of keto- and hydroxy-dienes was influenced by temperature in a similar way to hydroperoxydienes and, consequently, changes in the distribution of compounds were not observed. The addition of α-tocopherol not only decreased the overall oxidation rate, but also affected the distribution of compounds. The content of hydroperoxydienes relative to that of total hydroperoxides was not affected by the presence of the antioxidant in the HL sample, whereas a significant increase (75%) was found in the HO sample compared with the control (50%). The addition of α-tocopherol in both samples also resulted in a slight increase of keto- and hydroxy-dienes in relation to hydroperoxydienes.     

Influence of solvent,Lewis acid–base complex,and nanoparticles on the morphology and gas separation properties of polysulfone membranes

A series of polysulfone (PSF) membranes were prepared using different solvents: dimethylformamide (DMF), tetrahydrofuran, dimethylacetamide, and n-methyl-2-pyrrolidone (NMP). The PSF membrane prepared by NMP showed the highest gas permeability. The influence of propionic acid as a Lewis acid on gas separation properties of the PSF was explored. The PSF membrane prepared by the casting solution containing 25 wt% PSF, 35 wt% propionic acid, and 40 wt% NMP showed a superior gas separation performance. The gas permeation measurements indicated that incorporating 30 wt% γ-alumina nanoparticles into the PSF matrix resulted in about the respective 43% and 41% increase in CO₂ and O₂ permeability together with a rise in CO₂/CH₄ and O₂/N₂ selectivities (13% and 7%, respectively). Furthermore, by rearranged modified Maxwell model, the role and nature of the interfacial layer in the PSF-based mixed matrix membranes were mathematically analyzed considering a reduced permeability factor.