Photocatalytic degradation of imidacloprid by composite catalysts H3PW12O40/La-TiO2

A series of La-doped TiO2 with different mass fractions were prepared by sol-gel method. Composite catalysts H3PW12O40/La-TiO2 with different loading levels were synthesized using impregnation method. The prepared samples were characterized by fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), UV-vis diffuse reflectance spectroscopy (DRS) and nitrogen adsorption-desorption analysis. The Keggin structure of H3PW12O40 (HPW) remained intact on the surface of the composites, they had relatively uniform spherical grains of diameter less than 20 nm. The visible light activity of prepared composites were improved by loading HPW and doping La. The prepared composites were used as photocatalysts in degradation of pesticide imidacloprid. Results revealed that 20%H3PW12O40/0.3%La-TiO2 possessed the best photocatalytic activity. Thus, the degradation conversion of imidacloprid reached 98.17% after 60 min irradiation when 20%H3PW12O40/0.3% La-TiO2 was used as catalysts. The degradation of imidacloprid corresponded with first-order kinetic reaction, and the half life of the degradation of imidacloprid was 9.35 min in the optimal conditions.     

Nitric oxide(NO) decomposition on catalysts,containing oxides of lanthanum and cerium,supported on γ-alumina

The present work was devoted to study the catalytic activity of lanthanum and cerium oxides separately,deposited on g-alumina in the reaction of decomposition of nitric oxide. The catalyst samples were prepared by the method of impregnation of g-Al_2 O_3 using solutions, containing nitrates of lanthanum and cerium. The prepared samples were calcined for 4 h at temperature 650℃ in an oven in air atmosphere. The catalysts were characterized by: chemical analysis by inductively coupled plasma atomic emission spectrometry(ICP-AES), X-ray diffraction(XRD), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy(XPS),scanning electron microscopy(SEM) combined with energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy(EDS), electron paramagnetic resonance(EPR) and infrared(IR) spectroscopy, as well as measurement of the specific surface area. The results show that the catalysts based on lanthanum oxide and cerium oxide deposited on alumina display high catalytic activity over 60% conversion degree with respect to decomposition of nitric oxide in the absence of reducing agent. In the presence of reducer the activity reaches 90% conversion degree.     

Organic Synthesis with Different OA/EHA Ratios of Sb<Subscript>2</Subscript>S<Subscript>3</Subscript> Nanowires of Flower-Like Organization and [010] Orientation

We report the first time as-synthesized antimony trisulfide (Sb₂S₃) nanowires with flower-like organization by using different oleic acid (OA)/2-ethylhexanoic acid (EHA) ratio. The resulting optical band-gap energy is 1.6 eV, and it is independent of the OA/EHA ratios. Sb₂S₃ nanowires grow predominantly along the [010] direction, and a significant decrease in unit cell parameters was observed. It seems that the shorter branched hydrocarbon chain leads to the better structural stability of the synthesized Sb₂S₃ nanowires.     

Synthesis of CeO_2/fly ash cenospheres composites as novel photocatalysts by modified pyrolysis process

A novel fly ash cenospheres(FACs)-supported CeO2 composite(CeO2/FACs) was successfully synthesized by the modified pyrolysis process.The prepared composites were characterized by X-ray diffraction(XRD), scanning electron microscopy(SEM), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy(XPS), and diffuse reflection spectra(DRS) techniques.XRD results indicated that the CeO2 film coated on cenospheres was a face-centered cubic structure.SEM images confirmed that the CeO2 film was relatively compact.XPS results showed that Ce was present as both Ce4+ and Ce3+ oxidation states in CeO2 film coated on FACs substrate.The bandgap of the composite was narrower compared with the pure CeO2.The as-prepared material exhibited good photocatalytic activity for the decolorization of methylene blue(MB) under visible light irradiation, and the first-order reaction rate constant(k) of 0.0028 min–1 for CeO2/FACs composite was higher than 0.0015 min–1 of pure CeO2.The fact that they floated on water meant that CeO2/FACs composites were easily recovered from water by filtration after the reaction.The recycling test revealed that the composites were quite stable during the MB photocatalytic decolorization.The CeO2/ FACs catalyst was therefore promising for practical use in the degradation of pollutants or water cleanup.     

Tribological properties of detonation coatings based on titanium aluminides and aluminum titanate

Operation of coatings based on tialite, γ-TiAl, titanium aluminides with discrete inclusions of TiN and also alloys based on cobalt, nickel, and titanium in friction pairs with polyethylene grade “Chirulen” and stainless steel 12Kh18N10T is studied. It is established that tialite coatings formed from nanostructure powders of Ti-Al by detonation deposition are the best for operation under dry friction conditions in a pair with stainless steel 12Kh18N10T (minimum friction coefficient and minimum wear of the contact surfaces). It is shown that in the sliding rate range selected effective operation of material in friction pairs with polymer is provided due to transfer it to the contact surface and formation between rubbing surfaces of a thin film fulfilling the function of a solid lubricant. It is established that stable operation with the minimum wear in a friction pair with polyethylene grade “ Chirulen” is provided by a coating of γ-TiAl and Al₂TiO₅, and also coatings based on titanium aluminide with fine TiN inclusions.     

Anticorrosive Activity of Kigelia pinnata Leaves Extract on Mild Steel in Acidic Media

The corrosion inhibition of mild steel in 1 M H₂SO₄ and 1 M HCl solution with different concentrations of Kigelia pinnata leaves extract (KPLE) was investigated using mass loss, Tafel polarization, and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy. Inhibition efficiency of KPLE is found to increase with increasing concentration but to decrease with temperature. Polarization measurements reveal that KPLE acts as a mixed type inhibitor in both acids. Impedance curves show that increasing KPLE concentration increases charge transfer resistance and decreases double layer capacitance. The adsorption of KPLE on the mild steel surface obeys the Langmuir adsorption isotherm. The experimental results reveal that KPLE inhibits the corrosion reaction in both acid environments, and inhibition efficiency follows the order H₂SO₄ > HCl. The kinetic and adsorption parameters for mild steel in acid in the presence and absence of KPLE were evaluated and discussed. The negative value of the standard free energy of adsorption in the presence of inhibitor suggests spontaneous adsorption of inhibitor on the mild steel surface. Protective film formation against corrosion was confirmed by ultraviolet-visible (UV-visible), X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, and Fourier transform–infrared spectroscopy techniques.     

Friction and wear performances of borates and lanthanum chloride in water

The antiwear and friction-reducing performances of sodium borate, potassium borate and lanthanum chloride in water were evaluated on a four-ball friction tester. The topographies, element distribution and chemical characteristics of the worn surfaces were investigated by scanning electron microscope （SEM）, energy dispersion of X-ray （EDX） and X-ray photoelectron spectroscope （XPS）. The results indicated that sodium borate, potassium borate and lanthanum chloride increased extreme pressure, antiwear and friction-reducing capacities of water to a certain extent, of which potassium borate was the best candidate. Combination of lanthanum chloride with sodium borate and po- tassium borate respectively further improved antiwear and friction-reducing capacities. Scratches of worn surfaces lubricated with water containing borates and lanthanum chloride were less severe than those lubricated with water containing borates alone. A tribochemical film mainly composed of oxides of lanthanum, boron and iron reduced friction and wear for water lubricant formulated with both borates and lanthanum chloride.     

Synthesis and surface modification of the nanoscale cerium borate as lubricant additive

Nanoparticle of cerium borate with a size of about 50 nm was synthesized via sol-gel precipitation method under micro-emulsion by oleic acid,using Na2B4O7 and Ce(NO3)3 aqueous solution as raw materials,and the morphology and microstructure of as-prepared particles were characterized by means of scanning electron microscopy(SEM) equipped with an energy-dispersive X-ray spectrometer(EDS),X-ray diffraction(XRD),infrared spectroscopy(IR),and thermogravimetric analysis(TGA).Two methods to disperse the particles into base oil were employed,and the results derived from the four-ball tribotester indicated that the friction coefficient of the base oil by the addition of the nanoscale cerium borate particles diminished greatly,and the anti-wear properties also depended on the dispersion methods.     

稀土镧改性磷钨杂多酸盐催化油酸与甲醇酯化反应合成生物柴油活性研究

以H ₃PW ₁₂O ₄₀和La(NO ₃) ₃为原料,通过离子交换法制备一种稀土镧改性磷钨杂多酸盐催化剂.通过扫描电镜、红外光谱和X射线粉末衍射等表征方法,对合成的催化剂的物理及化学性能进行分析,进而通过以油酸和甲醇为反应物的酯化反应,对其催化活性进行研究.结果表明:稀土镧已经导入磷钨杂多酸的骨架结构,并与杂原子P形成配位键,有效提高磷钨杂多酸的比表面积和孔径;合成的催化剂具有完整的Keggin型结构;当反应温度为62 ℃,油酸与甲醇摩尔比为1∶6,反应时间为4.5 h,催化剂用量为反应物质量的2.5 %,油酸的转化率可达88.0 %.      

Intermetallic diffusion coatings for enhanced hot-salt oxidation resistance of nitrogen-containing austenitic stainless steels

This article presents the preparation, characterization, and hot-salt oxidation behavior of nitrogen-containing type 316L stainless steel (SS), surface modified with intermetallic coatings. Three different types of intermetallic coating systems, containing aluminum, titanium, and titanium/aluminum multilayers, were formed by diffusion annealing of type 316L austenitic SS containing 0.015, 0.1, 0.2, and 0.56 pct nitrogen. Analysis by using X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and secondary ion mass spectroscopy (SIMS) confirmed the formation of various intermetallic phases such as AIN, Al₁₃Fe₄, FeAl₂, FeTi, Ti₂N, and Ti₃Al in the coatings. Hot salt oxidation behavior of the uncoated and surface-modified stainless steels was assessed by periodic monitoring of the weight changes of NaCl salt-applied alloys kept in an air furnace at 1023 K up to 250 hours. The oxide scales formed were examined by XRD and stereomicroscopy. Among the various surface modifications investigated in the present study, the results indicate that the titanium-modified alloys show the best hot-salt oxidation resistance with the formation of an adherent, protective, thin, and continuous oxide layer. Among the four N-containing alloys investigated, the titanium and Ti/Al multilayer modified 0.56 pct N alloy showed the best hot-salt oxidation resistance as compared to uncoated alloys. The slower corrosion kinetics and adherent scale morphology indicate that the surface-modified titanium intermetallic coatings could provide high-temperature service applications up to 1073 K, particularly in chloride containing atmospheres, for austenitic stainless steels.     

Effect of lanthanum content on microstructure and magnetic properties of non-oriented electrical steels

The effect of lanthanum content in the range of 0-0.011 wt.%,on the inclusion size distribution,microstructure,texture and magnetic properties of three non-oriented electrical steels was studied.After final annealing,lanthanum effectively inhibited the precipitation of MnS precipitates in steel,the formations of La2O2S and LaS inclusions not only acted as nuclei of AlN precipitates,but also combined with Al2O3 and formed composite inclusions with larger size.Grain size firstly increased and then decreased with lanthanum content increasing.Steel containing 0.0066 wt.% lanthanum obtained the largest grain size,the strongest {110}<110> texture and the weakest {112}<110> texture among all the tested steels.Magnetic flux density firstly increased and then decreased,core loss firstly dramatically decreased and then slightly decreased with lanthanum content increasing.Among the three tested steels,steel with 0.0066 wt.% lanthanum demonstrated the best comprehensive magnetic properties mainly through the development of favorable texture and appropriate final grain size.     

Corrosion Resistance of Sintered NdFeB Permanent Magnet With Ni-P/Tio22 Composite Film

The Ni-P/TiO₂ composite film on sintered NdFeB permanent magnet was investigated by X-ray diffraction (XRD), environmental scanning electron microscopy (ESEM), and energy dispersive X-ray spectrometer (EDX). The corrosion resistance of Ni-P/TiO₂ film coated on NdFeB magnet, in 0.5 mol/L NaCl solution, was studied by potentiodynamic polarization, salt spray test and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) techniques. The self-corrosion current density (i_corr) and the polarization resistance (R_p) of Ni-P/TiO₂ film are 0. 22 μA/cm² (about 14% of that of Ni-P coating), and 120 kΩ • cm² (about 2 times of that of Ni-P coating), respectively. The anti-salt spray time of Ni-P/TiO₂ film is about 2.5 times of that of the Ni-P coating. The results indicate that Ni-P/Ti0₂ film has a better corrosion resistance than Ni-P coating, and the composite film increases the corrosion resistance of NdFeB magnet markedly.     

Novel self-assembled films of La-based phosphonate 3-aminopropyltriethoxysilane

Silane coupling reagent (3-aminopropyltriethoxysilane (APTES)) was prepared on single-crystal silicon substrates to form two-dimensional self-assembled monolayer (SAM). The terminal-NH2 groups in the film were in situ phosphorylated to-PO(OH)2 group to endow the film with good chemisorption ability. Then La-based thin films were deposited on phosphorylated APTES-SAM in order to make good use of the chemisorption ability of-PO(OH)2 groups. The thickness of the film was determined with ellipsometer, while phase trans-formation and surface morphology, surface energy, phase composition were analyzed by means of atomic force microscope (AFM), contact angle measurements and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS). The results indicated that the terminal -NH2 groups could be completely transformed into desirable-PO(OH)2 groups after phosphorylation of APTES-SAM. Detailed XPS analysis of the La3+ peaks revealed that lanthanum element existed in the films in different states. As a result, conclusion could be made that lanthanum reacted with-PO(OH)2 groups on the surface of the substrate by chemical bond which would improve the bonding strength between the film and silicon substrate.Since the La-based thin films were well adhered to the silicon substrate, it might find promising application in the surface-modification of single-crystal Si and SiC in microelectromechanical systems (MEMS).     

CuO-CeOe/AleO3/FeCrAl monolithic catalysts prepared by in situ combustion synthesis method for preferential oxidation of carbon monoxide

This work described in situ combustion synthesis method for depositing CuO-CeO2 on the FeCrAl honeycomb supports.The in-fluence of the solution concentration and the role of the additive were studied and analyzed by scanning electron microscopy (SEM),X-ray diffractometer (XRD),and temperature programmed reduction (TPR) techniques.The results showed that 200 g/L of the active solution was the most appropriate concentration for preparing the monolithic catalysts,and the additives of praseodymium and lanthanum improved the adhesion stability of the monolithic catalysts.The addition of Pr did not greatly affect the catalytic performance,but CO could not be totally converted into CO2 after the addition of La into the CuO-CeO2/Al2O3/FeCrAl catalysts.     

Formation of Inclusions in Ti-Stabilized 17Cr Austenitic Stainless Steel

The behavior and formation mechanisms of inclusions in Ti-stabilized, 17Cr Austenitic Stainless Steel produced by the ingot casting route were investigated through systematic sampling of liquid steel and rolled products. Analysis methods included total oxygen and nitrogen contents, optical microscopy, scanning electron microscopy, and energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy. The results indicate that the composition of inclusions was strongly dependent on the types of added alloying agents. During the AOD refining process, after the addition of ferrosilicon alloy and electrolytic manganese, followed by aluminum, the composition of inclusions changed from manganese silicate-rich inclusions to alumina-rich inclusions. After tapping and titanium wire feeding, pure TiN particles and complex inclusions with Al₂O₃-MgO-TiO _x cores containing TiN were found to be the dominant inclusions when [pct Ti] was 0.307 mass pct in the molten steel. These findings were confirmed by thermodynamic calculations which indicated that there was a driving force for TiN inclusions to be formed in the liquid phase due to the high contents of [Ti] and [N] in the molten steel. From the start of casting through to the rolled bar, there was no further change in the composition of inclusions compared to the titanium addition stage. Stringer-shaped TiN inclusions were observed in the rolled bar. These inclusions were elongated along the rolling direction with lengths varying from 17 to 84 µm and could have a detrimental impact on the corrosion resistance as well as the mechanical properties of the stainless steel products.     

Lanthanum and boron co-doped BiVO4 with enhanced visible light photocatalytic activity for degradation of methyl orange

BiVO4 photocatalysts co-doped with La and B were prepared by sol-gel method using citric acid as chelate.The samples were characterized by X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy(XPS),X-ray diffraction(XRD),scanning electron microscopy(SEM),Brumauer-Emmett-Teller(BET),UV-Vis diffuse reflectance spectra(DRS) and the photocatalytic activity was investigated by photocatalytic degradation of methyl orange(MO).The results showed that boron and lanthanum ions incorporated into the lattice of BiVO4,and co-doping led to more surface oxygen vacancies,high specific surface areas,small crystallite size,narrow band gap and intense light absorbance in visible region.And the doped La(III) ions could help the separation of photogenerated electrons.Compared with BiVO4 and B-BiVO4,the photocatalytic activity of La-B co-doped BiVO4 was remarkably improved due to the synergistic effects of the co-doped ions.The degradation rate of MO in 60 min was 98.4% when La doping content was 0.05 mol.%,which was much higher than that of pure BiVO4(20%) and B-BiVO4(37%).     

电感耦合等离子体原子发射光谱法测定钛合金中镧铈钇

研究了用电感耦合等离子体发射光谱法(ICP-AES)测定钛合金中镧、铈和钇的条件并建立了分析方法。样品用硫酸或硫酸-氢氟酸溶解, 选择398.852 nm、394.274 nm和371.092 nm波长谱线分别作为镧、铈和钇的分析线, 基体效应对测定的影响采用基匹配方法消除。镧、铈和钇校准曲线的线性范围(质量分数)分别为0.001%～0.030%、0.005%～0.030%和0.001%～0.030%, 线性相关系数均为0.999 9, 检出限分别为0.003 μg/mL(镧)、0.015 μg/mL(铈)和0.001 μg/mL(钇)。对硫酸和硫酸-氢氟酸的溶样效果进行比较, 表明两种溶样方法都能实现镧、铈和钇的准确测定, 但硫酸-氢氟酸的溶样速度快, 可提高分析效率。在不含镧、铈和钇的钛合金样品中加入不同量的镧、铈和钇标准溶液进行精密度和加标回收试验, 测得镧、铈和钇的RSD值分别小于或等于1.7%、7.3%和0.59%, 回收率在92%～100%之间。方法用于钛合金样品中钇和镧的测定, 测定值与ICP-MS法的测定值一致;用于钛合金标样中铈和钇的测定, 测定值与认定值相符。     

Corrosion resistance and adhesion of poly(L-lactic acid)/MgF<Subscript>2</Subscript> composite coating on AZ31 magnesium alloy for biomedical application

Fluoride conversion layer was produced on AZ31 magnesium alloy by soaking in hydrofluoric acid solution and poly(L-lactic acid) (PLLA) film was prepared by spin-coating the PLLA solution. The as-prepared samples were comparatively characterized in phase structure, elements profile, morphology, adhesion force, and corrosion resistance. The results show that more MgF₂ was formed in the outer layer than at the interface which is likely to be composed of MgF₂ and Mg(OH)₂. The MgF₂ layer is of labyrinthine porosity with fine pores interconnected to larger ones, while the spin-coated PLLA film is dense and adhere to the substrate seamlessly. PLLA showed a higher adhesion force between the coating and AZ31 substrate than fluoride layer because of its ductility and higher contact area. PLLA was infused into the porous fluoride conversion layer forming an integrated inorganic/organic composite coating. Infiltration of PLLA into MgF₂ layer sealing pores and flaws contributes to reinforcement of the composite coating in favor of improvement of the interfacial adhesion force as well as corrosion resistance. The composite PLLA/MgF₂ coating outperforms either of the solely applied coatings with respect to anticorrosion and adhesion properties under the same condition.     

Anisotropic Sm2Col7 nano-flakes produced by surfactant and magnetic field assisted high energy ball milling

Anisotropic Sm2Co17 flakes with high aspect ratio were prepared by magnetic field assisted high energy ball milling in the presence of heptane and oleic acid(OA).The thickness of flakes was only tens of nanometers.Coercivity of 3 kOe was achieved in the nano-flakes.Most interestingly,the magnetic crystalline anisotropy of Sm2Co17 flakes was improved compared to that of particles made by traditional ball milling.These anisotropic Sm2Co17 nano-flakes could be the building blocks for the future high-performance nano-composite permanent magnets with an enhanced energy product.     

Synthesis of visible light responsive ultrafine K4Ce2Nb10O30 by a stearic acid method

K4Ce2Nb10O30 ultrafine powders were prepared by stearic acid method (SAM). The obtained products were analyzed by X-ray diffraction, transmission electron microscopy, energy dispersive X-ray spectrometry, scanning electron microscopy and UV-visible absorp-tion spectra. XRD patterns revealed that K4Ce2Nb10O30 powders treated at 900 ℃ for 2 h presented tetragonal structure without the presence of deleterious phases. Furthermore, the K4Ce2Nb10O30 prepared by SAM had considerable activity under visible fight irradiation.