Broadband MIMO Antenna System for 5G Operations in Mobile Phones

A broadband 8‐antenna multiple‐input and multiple‐output (MIMO) system working for 5G new radio N77 (3.3‐4.2 GHz) in mobile terminals is proposed. In particular, each antenna element/unit consists of a monopole‐type meandered branch and an inverted U‐shaped self‐isolated antenna branch; and the antenna unit is fed by the meandered branch. The antenna unit has two resonances generated separately by each branch of the antenna unit. Since the monopole couples strongly with the self‐isolated antenna element that has the inherent self‐isolation characteristics, quite good isolation for the broadband 8‐antenna MIMO system can be obtained. The results such as antenna efficiency, radiation patterns, envelope correlation coefficient, and channel capacity are also presented.     

Rapid growth of angle-confined large-domain graphene bicrystals

In the chemical vapor deposition growth of large-area graphene polycrystalline thin films,the coalescence of randomly oriented graphene domains results in a high density of uncertain grain boundaries (GBs).The structures and properties of various GBs are highly dependent on the misorientation angles between the graphene domains,which can significantly affect the performance of the graphene films and impede their industrial applications.Graphene bicrystals with a specific type of GB can be synthesized via the controllable growth of graphene domains with a predefined lattice orientation.Although the bicrystal has been widely investigated for traditional bulk materials,no successful synthesis strategy has been presented for growing two-dimensional graphene bicrystals.In this study, we demonstrate a simple approach for growing well-aligned large-domain graphene bicrystals with a confined tilt angle of 30° on a facilely recrystallized single-crystal Cu (100) substrate.Control of the density of the GBs with a misorientation angle of 30° was realized via the controllable rapid growth of subcentimeter graphene domains with the assistance of a cooperative catalytic surface-passivation treatment.The large-area production of graphene bicrystals consisting of the sole specific GBs with a tunable density provides a new material platform for fundamental studies and practical applications.     

A novel de-rusting method with molten salt precleaning and laser cleaning for the recycling of steel parts

Clean Technologies and Environmental Policy - Steel parts are a kind of high recovery value product for which de-rusting is the primary step in the recycling process. Laser cleaning is a popular...     

Nanoindentation measurement of core–skin interphase viscoelastic properties in a sandwich glass composite

Mechanics of Time-Dependent Materials - Debonding at the core–skin interphase region is one of the primary failure modes in core sandwich composites under shear loads. As a result, the...     

Synthesis of MoS2 and MoO2 for their applications in H2 generation and lithium ion batteries: a review

Abstract

Scientists increasingly witness the applications of MoS₂ and MoO₂ in the field of energy conversion and energy storage. On the one hand, MoS₂ and MoO₂ have been widely utilized as promising catalysts for electrocatalytic or photocatalytic hydrogen evolution in aqueous solution. On the other hand, MoS₂ and MoO₂ have also been verified as efficient electrode material for lithium ion batteries. In this review, the synthesis, structure and properties of MoS₂ and MoO₂ are briefly summarized according to their applications for H₂ generation and lithium ion batteries. Firstly, we overview the recent advancements in the morphology control of MoS₂ and MoO₂ and their applications as electrocatalysts for hydrogen evolution reactions. Secondly, we focus on the photo-induced water splitting for H₂ generation, in which MoS₂ acts as an important co-catalyst when combined with other semiconductor catalysts. The newly reported research results of the significant functions of MoS₂ nanocomposites in photo-induced water splitting are presented. Thirdly, we introduce the advantages of MoS₂ and MoO₂ for their enhanced cyclic performance and high capacity as electrode materials of lithium ion batteries. Recent key achievements in MoS₂- and MoO₂-based lithium ion batteries are highlighted. Finally, we discuss the future scope and the important challenges emerging from these fascinating materials.     

IE理论在营业厅固网业务流程优化中的应用

针对营业厅固网业务服务流程繁琐、服务不及时、客户长时间排队等待的现状,基于工业工程(IE)理论,重新定义IE理论图表技术符号,应用“5W1H”提问技术分析现状,确定需要优化的项目;应用“ECRS”4大原则优化固网业务流程。以某市营业厅固网业务流程为例,优化后客户平均移动距离由69 m缩短至34 m、高峰期平均停留时间由58 min缩短至29 min,说明使用该方法优化固网业务流程效果明显。这对于提高客户满意度、提升服务质量和效率以及企业竞争实力具有指导作用。     

Water-Soluble,Alanine-Modified Fullerene C60 Promotes the Proliferation and Neuronal Differentiation of Neural Stem Cells

As carbon-based nanomaterials, water-soluble C₆₀ derivatives have potential applications in various fields of biomedicine. In this study, a water-soluble fullerene C₆₀ derivative bearing alanine residues (Ala-C₆₀) was synthesized. The effects of Ala-C₆₀ on neural stem cells (NSCs) as seed cells were explored. Ala-C₆₀ can promote the proliferation of NSCs, induce NSCs to differentiate into neurons, and inhibit the migration of NSCs. Most importantly, the Ala-C₆₀ can significantly increase the cell viability of NSCs treated with hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂). The glutathioneperoxidase (GSH-Px) and superoxide dismutase (SOD) activities and glutathione (GSH) content increased significantly in NSCs treated even by 20 μM Ala-C₆₀. These findings strongly indicate that Ala-C₆₀ has high potential to be applied as a scaffold with NSCs for regeneration in nerve tissue engineering for diseases related to the nervous system.     

Characteristics of evolution of mining-induced stress field in the longwall panel:insights from physical modeling

The evolution of mining-induced stress field in longwall panel is closely related to the fracture field and the breaking characteristics of strata.Few laborator...     

Influence of residual chirality on the conformation and enzymatic degradation of glycopolypeptide based biomaterials

Science China Technological Sciences - Glycopolypeptides as analogs of glycoproteins or glycosaminoglycans represent attractive building blocks for the construction of biomimetic biomaterials....