Novel one-step formed composite reinforcement of "Spider web like" SiCnw networks and "Z-pins like" SiC rods for ablation resistance improvement of C/C-ZrC-SiC

A novel composite reinforcement with horizontal multilayer "Spider web like" SiC nanowire networks and vertical interconnected "Z-pins like" SiC rods was designed and prepared by facile one-step figuration. The linear ablation rate of "Spider web like" SiC nanowire networks and "Z-pins like" SiC rods collectively reinforced C/C-ZrC-SiC composites at 2610 ± 20 ℃ was 0.4 ± 0.03 μm/s with a 74.19 % reduction. The improved ablation resistance was attributed to a denser gradient oxide layer composed of central ZrO₂ layer, transitional ZrO₂-SiO₂ layer and marginal SiO₂ layer generated under the initial sticky net effect from SiCnw networks and subsequent oxide compensation from "Z-pins like" SiC rods.     

Damage Development and Moduli Reductions in Nicalon—Calcium Aluminosilicate Composites under Static Fatigue and Cyclic Fatigue

Unidirectional and cross-ply Nicalon fiber-reinforced calcium aluminosilicate (CAS) glass-ceramic composite specimens were subjected to tension–tension cyclic fatigue and static fatigue loadings. Microcrack densities, longitudinal Young's modulus, and major Poisson's ratio were measured at regular intervals of load cycles and load time. The matrix crack (0° plies) density and transverse crack (90° plies) density increased gradually with fatigue cycles and load time. The crack growth is environmentally driven and depends on the maximum load and time. Young's modulus and Poisson's ratio decreased gradually with fatigue cycles and load time. The saturation crack densities under fatigue loadings were found to be comparable to those under monotonic loading. A matrix crack growth limit strain exists, below which matrix cracks do not grow significantly under fatigue loading. This limit coincides with the matrix crack initiation strain. Linear correlations between crack density and moduli reductions obtained from quasi-static data can predict the moduli reductions under cyclic loading, using experimentally measured crack densities. A logarithmic correlation can predict the Young's modulus reduction in a limited stress range. A fatigue crack growth model is proposed to explain the presence of two distinct regimes of crack growth and Young's modulus reduction.     

Chemistry of cement hydration in polymer-modified pastes containing lead compounds

The role of polymeric additives on the hydration process of cement pastes admixed with a lead compound (Pb₃O₄) was investigated. Three series of pastes were prepared: the reference series, mixing water with Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC), and two series in which whether a styrene–butadiene rubber latex or a superplasticiser based on acrylic-modified polymer was added to the pastes. For each series, 5 and 10 wt% of Pb were mixed with the pastes. Phase analysis and microstructural characterisation were carried out by means of X-ray powder diffraction and SEM–EDX. Thermogravimetric analysis was performed to monitor the hydration degree of the three pastes; indeed, quantitative determination of portlandite and calcite was performed.Dynamic leach tests were performed on solidified monoliths to evaluate the effective immobilisation of Pb₃O₄. After 384 h leaching, excellent results were obtained by pastes mixed with superplasticiser that showed a cumulative release of Pb equal to 0.62 mg/l for samples containing 5 wt% of Pb, and equal to 0.84 mg/l for samples bearing 10 wt% of Pb.     

Constitutive model for shape memory alloy torsion actuator

Shape memory alloy ( SMA) torsion actuator is one of the key approaches realizing adaptive wings in airplanes. In this paper,the actuator is made up of SMA wires and a thin-walled tube,in which the SMA wires are twisted and affixed around the surface of the tube at an angle referenced to the center axis of the tube. A thermo-mechanical constitutive model is developed to predict the thermo-mechanical behaviors of the SMA torsion actuator based on the knowledge of solid mechanics. The relationship between the torsion-angle and tem- perature is numerically calculated by using the thermo-mechanical constitutive model coupled with the SMA phase transformation model developed by Zhou and Yoon. The numerical results are compared with the relative experimental results finished by Xiong and Shen. Influences of the twist-angle of SMA wires and geometrical factors on the primary actuation performances of the SMA torsion actuator are also numerically investigated based on the thermo-mechanical constitutive model coupled with the SMA phase transformation model developed by Zhou and Yoon. Results show that the thermo-mechanical constitutive model can well predict the thermo-mechanical behaviors of the SMA torsion actuator.     

Influence of Fe/Ni/Al additive on the sintering behaviors of TiB<Subscript>2</Subscript> cermets

Fe-Ni-Al mixtures as hot-pressing sintering additive to Titanium diboride (TiB₂) were studied. It is found that liquid alloy formed under high temperature hardly has effects on the densification behaviors of TiB₂-independent. Fe-Ni-Al additive just works as filler between TiB₂ particles and does not change the TiB₂-independent sintering behaviors. Pressing mode has a great effect on the liquid flowing between TiB₂ particles. Multiple-steps pressing mode will give more time and space for the liquid flowing and improve the relative density of TiB₂-Fe-Ni-Al cermet.     

单丝复合体系界面力学行为的表征

界面是纤维增强树脂基复合材料的重要细观结构,极大程度地影响着该材料的宏观性能以及破坏模式.单丝复合体系是界面力学性能表征的主要研究对象.从细观力学实验,细观力学模型以及数值模拟3个方面出发,全面地阐述了单丝复合体系界面力学行为表征的手段和方法.细观力学实验是建立细观力学模型以及发展数值模拟方法的基础,应充分利用三者的关系,建立完善的界面性能表征体系,以便更加准确的预报复合材料的力学性能,满足各个行业的要求.     

柔性后缘单索传动机构的设计与分析

为满足柔性后缘结构空间的限制条件,设计一种用于驱动柔性后缘变形的单索传动机构.建立基板和单索耦合的非线性微分方程,给出了求解方法和具体算例.分析结果表明:所设计的单索传动机构可以实现后缘结构在0°和20°偏角范围内的任意变形,偏转角和驱动力之间以及偏转角和索位移之间均具有较好的线性关系;索施加在各个限位滑轮上的压力随着后缘偏转角的增加而增大,作用在限位滑轮的最大压力仅为输入力的20%左右.所研究的成果可为柔性后缘的驱动结构设计提供一定的理论依据.     

Fabrication process of smooth functionally graded materials through a real-time inline control of the component ratio

Functionally graded materials (FGMs) play an essential role in tissue engineering because of their satisfactory histocompatibility and excellent mechanical performance. While traditional manufacturing methods allow production of simple FGMs, precise control of composition and customized property at transition between the dissimilar materials is still a challenge. Here, an extrusion-based functionally graded additive manufacturing (FGAM) platform was developed to generate smooth graded parts by thrusting out monolithic cylindrical filaments with high viscosity. Furthermore, the rheological properties, hydrodynamic behavior, and mixed homogeneity of the non-Newtonian fluids were studied. Therefore, the appropriate solid contents, alternative energy-efficient mixers, and optimized printing parameters were proved to be beneficial for an outstanding deposition effect of the suspension. Ultimately, an object with smooth gradient was successfully manufactured. The validity of this strategy was verified via optical microscopy combined with an image processing method to gauge homogeneity and a scanning electron microscope to investigate graded composition and microstructure.     

Creep behavior and failure mechanisms of CVI and PIP SiC/SiC composites at temperatures to 1650 °C in air

Creep properties of 2D woven CVI and PIP SiC/SiC composites with Sylramic™-iBN SiC fibers were measured at temperatures to 1650 °C in air and the data was compared with the literature. Batch-to-batch variations in the tensile and creep properties, and thermal treatment effects on creep, creep parameters, damage mechanisms, and failure modes for these composites were studied. Under the test conditions, the CVI SiC/SiC composites exhibited both matrix and fiber-dominated creep depending on stress, whereas the PIP SiC/SiC composites displayed only fiber-dominated creep. Creep durability in both composite systems is controlled by the most creep resistant phase as well as oxidation of the fibers via cracking matrix. Specimen-to- specimen variations in porosity and stress raisers caused significant differences in creep behavior and durability. The Larson-Miller parameter and Monkman-Grant relationship were used wherever applicable for analyzing and predicting creep durability.     

SHS/PHIP法制备Ti3AlC2可加工陶瓷的塑性特征

研究了用SHS/PHIP技术制备出的Ti3AlC2可加工陶瓷的塑性变形特征。应变速率为1×10^-3/s,从室温到1300℃的压缩实验结果表明,室温到800℃的压缩断裂方式为脆性断裂,但存在显微塑性。主裂纹的偏转与分岔、晶粒的分层与扭折是主要变形机制;1000℃到1300℃,位错运动带来了塑性流变的结果。800℃到1000℃被称为韧脆转变温度区间,在此温度区间以上的应力与应变曲线存在着“硬化区域”,并且随着温度的升高,“塑性区”要大于“硬化区”。