Microstructure and tribological properties of ternary BCN thin films with different carbon contents

Boron carbon nitrogen (BCN) thin films with different carbon contents are deposited on high-speed steel substrates by reactive magnetron sputtering (RMS) and their microstructure and tribological properties are studied. The BCN films with carbon contents from 26.9 wt.% to 61.3 wt.% have an amorphous structure with variable amounts of carbon bonds (sp²C–C, sp²C–N and sp³C–N bonds). A higher carbon content enhances the film hardness but reduces the friction coefficient against GCr15 steel balls in air. BCN films with higher hardness, lower friction coefficient, and better wear resistance can be obtained by increasing the carbon content.     

RETRACTED ARTICLE: Enzyme performance in ionic liquids

Ionic liquids (ILs) having unique properties such as no measurable vapor pressure, nonflammability and a wide temperature range of liquid phase have been recognized as potential green solvents. As a result, ILs have been extensively explored as reaction media for various biocatalytic reactions over a decade. Enzyme activities in ILs are generally comparable with or higher than those observed in conventional organic solvents. Furthermore, enhanced thermal and operational stabilities and regio- or enantioselectivities have been observed in many cases. Thus, ILs offer new possibilities for the application of solvent engineering to biocatalytic reactions. This review discusses the effect of physicochemical properties of ILs on biocatalysis with respect to enzyme activity, stability and selectivity by systematizing literature data on enzyme-catalyzed reaction in ILs.     

Self-assembly of carbon nanotube films from room temperature ionic liquids

A novel method for the assembly of thin, uniform transparent and conductive films of single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWCNTs) on glass substrates is described. This process involves the initial transfer of a temporary suspension of SWCNTs in room temperature ionic liquid to the surface of water and the subsequent transfer of the SWCNT film onto a glass substrate. The average sheet resistance of the films was determined by four point probe measurements to be 1.52 and 4.13 kΩ/sq, with an average optical transparency of 50% and 63%, respectively.     

氨基功能型离子液体吸收CO2的性能

氨基功能型离子液体在常温常压下对CO₂具有较强的吸收选择性能,在分离固定CO₂方面具有较好的应用前景。合成了4种氨基功能型离子液体,对产物进行了IR和¹H NMR表征,探究了这些功能型离子液体的CO₂吸收性能及再生性能。结果表明,4种氨基功能型离子液体均具有强于常规型离子液体的CO₂吸收性能,再生性能良好,可循环使用;离子液体的CO₂溶解度受黏度影响显著,随吸收温度的升高而降低,随吸收压力的升高,吸收剂浓度的增加而增大;强化传质能提高再生效率,多次的再生对离子液体的吸收性能没有明显影响。     

以功能化离子液体为溶剂的多酸脱硫性能

合成了5种功能化离子液体（[CPL][TBAB],[CPL]BF₄,[Bmim]HCO₃,[Bmim]OAc和[Bmim]Im）以及含有相同阳离子的多酸离子液体[CPL]₃PMo₁₂O₄₀和[Bmim]₃PMo₁₂O₄₀,构建了以功能化离子液体为溶剂的多酸液相氧化脱硫体系,优选出最佳脱硫剂,并考察了不同吸收温度、气体流量下最优脱硫剂的脱硫性能。结果表明[Bmim]₃PMo₁₂O₄₀-[Bmim]HCO₃脱硫效率最高,优化的吸收条件为温度高于40℃、气体流量为100 ml·min^-1;[Bmim]₃PMo₁₂O₄₀-[Bmim]HCO₃可以简单地用空气再生。     

Evaluation under temperature cycling of the tribological properties of Ag-SiNx films for green tribological applications

Nowadays, one of the most important challenges in the tribology field is to avoid the excessive consumption of soft metals such as Ag at elevated temperatures through the re-design of the self-lubricant films, to achieve the long-term lubricant under the temperature-cycling environments, for widely used in real industrial applications. This paper took up this challenge to develop a novel green film, by composing nano-particles Ag into the amorphous SiN_x matrix using magnetron sputtering system, for achieving the long-term lubricant under the room temperature (RT)-500 °C temperature-cycling conditions. Results showed that the film exhibited a dual-phase of face-centered cubic (fcc) Ag and amorphous SiN_x. An excellent RT-500 °C wear-resistance performance was observed for the films with the Ag content of 1.3–9.4 at.%, whilst the film at 15.8 at.% Ag exhibited the best anti-frictional performance (COF 0.3–0.5 for RT-500 °C conditions) at the cost of wear rate. The self-lubricant tribology behaviors under the RT-500 °C cycling conditions were mainly attributed by the synergism of: (1) mechanical properties, (2) excellent high-temperature chemical stability of SiN_x matrix, and (3) the lubricant nature of Ag and its elevated temperature diffusion behaviors.     

Characterization of anodic silicon oxide films grown in room temperature ionic liquids

The electroformation of silicon oxide was performed in two room temperature ionic liquids (RTIL), 1-butyl-3-methyl-imidazolium bis(trifluoromethane sulfonyl) imide (BMITFSI) and N-n-butyl-N-methylpiperidinium bis(trifluoromethane sulfonyl) imide (BMPTFSI). This phenomenon was studied by electrochemical techniques and it was observed that the oxide growth follows a high-field mechanism. X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy experiments have shown that a non-stoichiometric oxide film was formed, related to the low water content present in both RTILs (<30 ppm). The roughness values obtained by using AFM technique of the silicon surface after etching with HF was 1.5 nm (RMS). The electrochemical impedance spectroscopy at low frequencies range was interpreted as a resistance in parallel with a CPE element, the capacitance obtained was associated with the dielectric nature of the oxide formed and the resistance was interpreted considering the chemical dissolution of the oxide by the presence of the TFSI anion. The CPE element was associated with the surface roughness and the very thin oxide film obtained.     

离子液体中天然羟基磷灰石的制备及性能研究

采用氯化胆碱-甘油离子液体溶解鸡骨提取制备天然羟基磷灰石(HAP)。最佳溶解工艺方案:固液比(鸡骨与离子液体质量比)1∶20,溶解温度115℃,溶解时间4 h。采用傅里叶变换红外光谱仪(FTIR)、扫描电子显微镜(SEM)、Zeta电位仪以及溶血实验对提取产物进行检测。结果表明,利用离子液体溶骨制得的HAP结构同人骨组分更相似,具有良好的生物相容性。     

Effect of nanometer SiC filler on the tribological behavior of PEEK under distilled water lubrication

The composites of polyetheretherketone (PEEK) filled with nanometer SiC of different proportions were prepared by compression molding. The tribological behaviors of the composites under lubrication of distilled water were investigated and compared with that under dry sliding, on an M‐200 friction and wear test rig, by running a plain carbon steel (AISI 1045 steel) ring against the composite block. The worn surfaces of nanometer SiC filled‐PEEK and the transfer film were observed by means of scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and electron probe microanalysis (EPMA). As the results, nanometer SiC as the filler greatly improves the wear resistance of PEEK under dry sliding and distilled water lubrication, though the composites show different dependence of wear resistance on the filler content. Nanometer SiC‐filled PEEK showed signs of slight scuffing under distilled water lubrication, while a thin, uniform, and tenacious transfer film was formed on the surface of the counterpart steel ring. On the contrary, unfilled PEEK under lubrication of water showed signs of severe plowing and erosion, while the worn surface of the counterpart ring was very rough, and a discontinuous PEEK transfer film was formed. Thus, the different friction and wear behaviors of unfilled PEEK and nanometer SiC‐filled PEEK can be attributed to the different characteristics of the corresponding transfer films. © 2000 John Wiley & Sons, Inc. J Appl Polym Sci 78: 609–614, 2000     

The solubility of gases in ionic liquids

In this Perspective, we provide a detailed discussion of the techniques and methods used for determining the solubility of gases in ionic liquids (ILs). This includes various experimental measurement techniques, equation of state (EOS) modeling, and predictive molecular‐based modeling. Many of the key papers from the past 15 years are discussed and put into the context of the latest advances in the field. Limitations of these methods plus future developments and new research opportunities are discussed. © 2017 American Institute of Chemical Engineers AIChE J, 2017     

离子液体中天然羟基磷灰石的制备及性能研究

采用氯化胆碱-甘油离子液体溶解鸡骨提取制备天然羟基磷灰石(HAP)。最佳溶解工艺方案:固液比(鸡骨与离子液体质量比)1∶20,溶解温度115℃,溶解时间4 h。采用傅里叶变换红外光谱仪(FTIR)、扫描电子显微镜(SEM)、Zeta电位仪以及溶血实验对提取产物进行检测。结果表明,利用离子液体溶骨制得的HAP结构同人骨组分更相似,具有良好的生物相容性。     

The effect of protic ionic liquids incorporation on CO2 separation performance of Pebax-based membranes

The separation of carbon dioxide (CO₂) is of great importance for environment protection and gas resource purification. The ionic liquids (ILs)-based gas separation membrane provides a new chance for efficient CO₂ separation, while high permeability and selectivity of membranes is a great challenge. In this study, the influence of two protic ILs with different anion ([TMGH][Im] and [TMGH][PhO]) on the CO₂ separation performance of the prepared ILs/Pebax blended membranes were systematically investigated at different temperature. The results showed the CO₂ permeability exhibits the rising trend for ILs/Pebax blended membranes with the increment of IL content. Especially, the [TMGH][Im] with low viscosity and high CO₂ absorption capacity leads to the blended membranes showing better CO₂ permeability and ideal CO₂ selectivity than that of membranes with [TMGH][PhO] at high IL content. Besides, with operating temperature increasing, the gas permeability of 20% (mass) [TMGH][Im]/Pebax blended membrane increases due to the decreasing viscosity of IL and the rising chain mobility of polymer. Inversely, the gas selectivity shows decreasing trend because CO₂ absorption capacity obviously decreased at higher temperature.     

磁性介孔硅胶负载碱性离子液体催化剂的制备与性能

用巯丙基硅氧烷对磁性介孔硅胶改性,并通过烯丙基官能化离子液体的双键与巯基之间的自由基加成反应将具有不同侧链烷基的离子液体负载到磁性介孔硅胶表面,制备了磁性介孔硅胶负载碱性离子液体催化剂.采用红外光谱分析、X射线衍射、有机元素分析、氮气物理吸附/脱附分析和样品振动磁强计对催化剂的结构和磁性能进行了表征,最后通过催化三油酸甘油酯与甲醇酯交换反应对其催化性能进行了评价.结果表明,随着离子液体侧链烷基碳个数的增多,磁性介孔硅胶负载离子液体催化剂的离子液体负载量降低,比表面积和孔体积降低.当离子液体侧链烷基为辛基、十二烷基或十六烷基时,油酸甲酯产率均高于95%,并且反应3次后油酸甲酯产率依然高于90%.     

油溶性离子液体与T321及二氧化硅的协同润滑性能研究

为改善PAO10体系的润滑性能,合成了一种油溶性离子液体并与T321及二氧化硅进行对比。通过同步热分析仪测试PAO10润滑体系的热稳定性;通过SRV-IV微动摩擦磨损试验机对比评价不同离子液体的摩擦学性能;通过非接触式三维轮廓仪和扫描电子显微镜对磨斑形貌和磨损体积进行了表征;通过EDS和XPS元素分析对磨斑表面化学成分和化学变化进行分析。结果表明合成的油溶性离子液体可以显著提高PAO10体系的热稳定性,且无论在常温还是高温下,都具有优异的减摩抗磨性能,并极大地提高了PAO10体系的极压承载性能。通过实验结果推测极性元素P、S在摩擦过程中发生摩擦化学反应,生成的摩擦化学膜有效地抑制摩擦副之间的直接接触,提高了PAO10体系的减摩抗磨性能。     

1，3-二烷基咪唑类离子液体的合成研究

通过N-烷基化反应制备了中间产物氯化-1-丁基-3-甲基咪唑[BMIM]Cl离子液体,得到较佳的制备条件。引入微波辅助改进了[BMIM]Cl合成方法。同时在超声波辅助下,通过离子交换制备了亲水性离子液体1-丁基-3-甲基咪唑四氟硼酸盐[BMIM]BF4以及憎水性离子液体1-丁基-3-甲基咪唑六氟磷酸盐[BMIM]PF6。结果发现,微波辅助和超声波辅助可以加速反应速度。产物结构用IR和1H NMR进行表征。     

The potential of ionic liquids in biopharmaceutical engineering

Biopharmaceuticals, such as proteins, peptides, nucleic acids and vaccines, bring about great hopes for the prevention and treatment of various diseases, but the industrialization of these products still faces challenges such as structural instability, inefficient bioactivity and low bioavailability. Ionic liquids (ILs), the marvelous solvent media with inimitable and tunable properties, may provide alternative solutions to overcome the above problems of biopharmaceutical industry. Progress has gradually been made through studies by combination of ILs with biomacromolecules. The applications involved the stabilization, protection, and delivery of biopharmaceuticals. Recent trends are being forwarded to using ILs in vaccines and nucleic acid drugs. However, challenges remain on the toxicity and safety issues. Besides, the cost of adding ILs to the benefits of biopharmaceuticals need to be considered.     

Modification of tribological performance of DLC films by means of some elements addition

The elements added diamond-like carbon films (hydrogen, fluorine, and sulfur) fabricated from C₂H₂:H₂, C₂H₂:CF₄ and C₂H₂:SF₆ mixtures were used to compare and study the effects of element contents on the deposition and tribological properties of films prepared by plasma-based ion implantation (PBII). The structure of the films was analyzed by Raman spectroscopy. Hardness and elastic modulus of films were measured by nano-indentation hardness testing. Contact angle and surface energy of films were measured by contact angle measurement. Tribological characteristics of films were performed using a ball-on-disk friction tester. The results indicate that with the increasing element contents, the hardness and elastic modulus, and surface energy of all films decreases, while the surface angle tends to increase. Additionally, H-DLC films at C:H flow rate ratio of 1:4 shows a friction coefficient of 0.08 under ambient air, which are considerable improvement in the tribological properties. This is due to the formation of a transfer films on the interface and high hydrogen contents. For F-DLC films and S-DLC films, does not show a significant decrease in the friction coefficient with the fluorine and sulfur contents under ambient air. The decrease in the friction coefficient is greater under high vacuum than under ambient air.     

Highly ion conductive flexible films composed of network polymers based on polymerizable ionic liquids

Ionic liquid-type polymer brushes having different hydrocarbon (HC) chain lengths between polymerizable group and imidazolium ring were synthesized. When the carbon number of HC chain was 6, the ionic liquid-type polymer brush exhibited the highest ionic conductivity of 1.37×10⁻⁴ S cm⁻¹ at 30 °C, reflecting low T_g of −60 °C. Moreover, for the first time, we succeeded in obtaining transparent and flexible films without considerable decrease in the ionic conductivity as compared with that of corresponding monomers by using suitable cross-linkers. The most ion conductive (1.1×10⁻⁴ S cm⁻¹ at 30 °C) film was obtained when tetra(ethylene glycol)diacrylate was used 0.5 mol% to ionic liquid monomer as the cross-linker. This film is one of excellent conductive films among single-ion conductive materials.     

Fixation of ionic liquids into polyether-based polyurethane films to maintain long-term antistatic properties

Ionic liquids (ILs) were fixed into polyether-based polyurethane (PU) films for sustainable antistatic properties. Preliminarily, ILs were screened in terms of efficiency of antistatic effect. Surface resistivity (ρ_s) for IL-doped PU films changed depending the anion species, and the smallest ρ_s was found for the PU films containing bis(trifluoromethanesulfonyl)imide ([Tf₂N])-type ILs. Then, [Tf₂N]-type ILs composed of ammonium cations having hydroxyl groups were fixed into the PUs through urethane bonds. The fixation of 1000 ppm of the ILs reduced the ρ_s of the PU films from 2.1 × 10¹² to 2.1 × 10⁹ Ω sq⁻¹. These IL-fixed PU films were revealed to possess high washing durability confirmed by negligible change of ρ_s before and after ultra-sonication treatment in methanol.