Improved chemical stability and proton selectivity of semi-interpenetrating polymer network amphoteric membrane for vanadium redox flow battery application

In this work, semiinterpenetrating polymer network (semi-IPN), consisting of sulfonated poly (arylene ether sulfone) (SPAES) and crosslinked vinyl imidazole grafted polysulfone (VMPSU), is prepared and characterized. FTIR, EDS, and solubility test indicate the successful preparation of amphoteric membranes. The semi-IPN amphoteric membranes exhibit better stability than pure SPAES membrane, as demonstrated by thermogravimetric analysis and ex situ immersion testing results. More importantly, it is shown that the amphoteric membrane can effectively hinder vanadium ion crossover through the membrane, which is attributed to the semi-IPN structure and Donnan exclusion. As expected, the amphoteric membrane containing 20% VMPSU exhibits the highest proton selectivity (6.86 × 10⁴ S min cm⁻³), comparing to pristine SPAES (1.90 × 10⁴ S min cm⁻³) as well as Nafion117 (1.31 × 10⁴ S min cm⁻³).     

Synthesis and characterization of poly(hexamethylene terephthalate/hexamethylene oxamide) alternating copolyamide (alt-PA6T/62)

As a representative polyoxamide, poly(hexamethylene oxamide) (PA62) has good comprehensive performance. However, the high T_m (330°C) creates an obstacle for processing. To improve the processability of PA62, poly(hexamethylene terephthalate/hexamethylene oxamide) alternating copolyamide (alt-PA6T/62) was synthesized by hexamethylene diamine-terminated 6T6-diamine and dibutyl oxalate via solution/solid state polycondensation. Random copolyamide (ran-PA6T/62) was also synthesized for comparison. The structure and properties of the copolymer were analyzed by Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy, differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), Wide-angle X-ray diffraction (WAXD) and the saturated water absorption test. The NMR results confirm the alternating structure of alt-PA6T/62. The DSC and TGA results demonstrate that the novel alternating copolyamide alt-PA6T/62 (T_m = 321°C, T₅ = 420°C) exhibited better thermal properties than those of ran-PA6T/62 (T_m = 294°C, T₅ = 412°C). The saturated water absorption of alt-PA6T/62 was found to be 3.2 wt%. These results revealed that the novel alt-PA6T/62 had an alternating sequence distribution, showed a high melting point as well as good processability and thermal stability, and possessed low saturated water absorption and excellent dimensional stability.     

Effects of thickness and hydrophobicity of double microporous layer on the performance in proton exchange membrane fuel cells

In this paper, a multi-layer gas diffusion layer (GDL) is designed. The GDL consists of a single carbon paper backing layer and dual microporous layers (MPLs). Moreover, the effects of thickness and hydrophobicity of double MPL on the performance of proton exchange membrane fuel cells are investigated. From the test results of the water contact angle, conductivity, pore size distribution, and the polarization curve, it is found that the thickness adjustment increases the number of 0.5 to 7 μm and 20 to 100 μm pores in GDL, which is more conducive to water discharge. Therefore, the thickness adjustment is more favorable to the cell performance under high humidity. While the gradient hydrophobic design makes the MPL of the modified intermediate layer have a certain water-retaining capacity to humidify the reaction gas, which has better effect under low humidity. At last, the results show that the optimized GDL meets a limit power density of 1.772 W/cm² under 60% humidification and 1.600 W/cm² under 100% humidification.     

Dual-responsive shape memory hydrogels with self-healing and dual-responsive swelling behaviors

Shape memory hydrogels (SMHs) can fix the hydrogels in a provisional shape and restore the initial shape under external stimulation. Herein, a dual-responsive shape memory hydrogel with dual-responsive swelling and self-healing properties is presented in this work. The SMHs were fabricated by one-step emulsion copolymerization of acrylic acid (AAc), acrylamide (AAm) and stearyl methacrylate (SMA). Sodium alginate (SA) was introduced as an interpenetrating polymer in the network. With ionic cross-linking between -COO⁻ and Fe³⁺ or saline-reinforced hydrophobic association, the hydrogels can be fixed in a provisional shape, which can be restored by immersing the hydrogels in vitamin C solution or pure water, respectively. When the as-prepared hydrogels were immersed in FeCl₃ solutions, additional ionic cross-linking between Fe³⁺ and -COO⁻ could be formed, thus constructing the dual physically cross-linked (DPC) network, which endows the hydrogels with excellent fracture stress (2.6 MPa) and toughness (5.47 MJ/m³). Besides, the reversible physical cross-linkings endowed the hydrogel with outstanding self-healing capability. Furthermore, the pH and saline responsive swelling properties of the SMHs are additional fantastic properties. Therefore, we believe that this simple strategy provides a great opportunity for the preparation of SMHs with multiple intellectual performances.     

Self-Diffusion of Iron in Molten Fe-C Alloys

Self-diffusion coefficients of iron in molten Fe-C alloys have been measured by using the capillary method. In addition, the samples have been autoradiographed and sectioned to insure that no significant convection has occurred during the diffusion. The results can be represented by the equation D = 4.3×10^?3 exp (—12.200/RT) for carbon = 4.6 pct and T = 1513° to 1633°K; and D = 1.0×10^?2 exp (—15,700/RT) for carbon = 2.5 pct and T = 1613° to 1673°K. The D values are higher and the heat of activation for diffusion lower in alloys containing more carbon. Calculation based on the Einstein-Stokes equation indicates that the diffusing species is iron ion.     

粉末注射成形Fe-50%Ni软磁合金

Fe-50%Ni合金是一种典型的高磁导率和低矫顽力的软磁材料,有着广阔的应用前景.本次实验以羰基铁粉和羰基镍粉为原料粉末,采用注射成形方法制取Fe-50%Ni软磁合金,研究了高能球磨制备粉末对注射成形工艺以及材料性能的影响.研究结果表明与未经过高能球磨的混合粉末相比,高能球磨改变了原料粉末的粒度和粒度组成,提高了粉末的振实密度,进而提高了装载量.通过显微组织分析得知,高能球磨能使两种粉末发生塑性变形并冷焊合,形成了复合粉,促进了两种成分之间发生扩散和固态反应,同时还增加了粉末颗粒的能量,使颗粒表面活化,促进了烧结,提高了烧结材料的致密度.本实验最终获得了高性能的软磁合金材料磁导率41.27 mH/m,饱和磁感应强度1.498 T,矫顽力7.533 A/m.所得到的软磁材料性能优于相应传统粉末冶金方法获得的材料性能.     

Effect of ZrO<Subscript>2</Subscript> coating on<Emphasis Type="Italic">in vitro</Emphasis> formation of calcium phosphate

We prepared zirconia thin films on (100) Si wafer by using a chemical solution deposition with a zirconium naphthenate as a starting material. The films were pyrolyzed at 500°C for 10 min and finally annealed for 30 min in air at 500°C. Amorphous films after annealing had no distinct structure and were uniform along the cross section line.In vitro formation of the calcium phosphate was evaluated by the field emission-scanning electron microscope, energy dispersive X-ray spectrometer and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy.     

基于局部间隙状况电火花磨削周期的伺服策略

分析了现有的一些电火花磨削伺服策略存在的问题，提出了基于周期性和局部性特点的伺服策略。该策略以回转周期为控制周期，以局部间隙状况为控制的依据，通过极端局部间隙状况控制极端局部表面加工状态，从而控制整个表面优质高效的加工，具有快速修圆和一定的自动寻优功能。     

SURFACE CARBURIZATION OF TiAl BASED ALLOY

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Processing,deformation, and failure in superplastic aluminum alloys: Applications of orientation-imaging microscopy

The importance of grain size refinement in enabling superplasticity is reviewed, and the current understanding of grain boundary characteristics is summarized. The application of orientation-imaging microscopy (OIM) methods to the processing response and the deformation and failure modes in superplastic aluminum alloys are illustrated through microtexture analysis and determination of grain boundary characteristics in selected commercial materials. Continuous and discontinuous recrystallization reactions exhibit distinct microtextures and grain boundary characteristics. The application of OIM and microtexture analysis to the evaluation of both deformation and failure mechanisms during superplastic forming is illustrated. This paper was presented at the International Symposium on Superplasticity and Superplastic Forming, sponsored by the Manufacturing Critical Sector at the ASM International AeroMat 2004 Conference and Exposition, June 8–9, 2004, in Seattle, WA. The symposium was organized by Daniel G. Sanders, The Boeing Company.