Crystallinity and crystallization mechanism of lithium aluminosilicate glass by X-ray diffractometry

1 Introduction Lithium aluminosilicate(LAS) glass-ceramics has been one of the most intensively studied systems because of its great creep resistance, very low thermal expansion characteristics and excellent thermal shock resistance [1?3]. It has been co…     

Vibrational spectra and dissociation of aqueous Na2SiO3 solutions

To facilitate molecular spectroscopic observation of the mysterious transition of dissolved sodium silicate molecules into nanoparticles of desired silica gel and zeolite structures, the IR and Raman spectra of Na₂H₂SiO₄ monomers are studied here in details. It is demonstrated that the 3–0.2 mol/L aqueous solutions of Na₂SiO₃ and Na₂SiO₃ × 9H₂O contain mostly Na₂H₂SiO₄ monomers dissociated about 30%–80%, respectively. In contrast to the common belief the Si–O vibrations of these monomers depend on their dissociation level generating FTIR and Raman bands which are frequently associated with polymer silica structures in the current literature. To stay consistent with the molweight and dissociation measurements, these vibrational assignments are revised in this paper. Some unique and unexpected effects of D₂O used instead of H₂O as solvent are also reported.     

Some speculations on the mechanisms of abrasive grinding and polishing

The mechanisms of grinding, a predominantly fracture mechanism in brittle material, and polishing, a predominantly plastic shearing mechanism, appear quite different. However, in a number of cases, it can be shown that the difference between the two mechanisms can be triggered by differences in depth of cut and abrasive size. Results are presented from recent polishing research that tend to support a physico-chemical interaction model involving aqueous diffusion, internal hydrolysis and ion exchange mechanisms that may explain the plastic to brittle transition in silicate materials. The model would seem to have clear implications for both low-scatter polishing and fine machining of silicate materials.     

Electrical properties of iron doped apatite-type lanthanum silicates

The effect of Fe doping on the electrical properties of lanthanum silicates was investigated. The apatite-type lanthanum silicates La10Si6-xFexO27-x/2 (x=0.2, 0.4, 0.6, 0.8, 1.0) were synthesized via sol-gel process. The unit cell volume increased with Fe doping because the ionic radius of Fe3+ ion is larger than that of Si4+ ion. The conductivities of La10Si6-xFexO27-x/2first increased and then decreased with the in-creasing of Fe content. The increase of the conductivity might be attributed to the distortion of the cell lattice, which assisted the migration of the interstitial oxygen ions. The decrease of the conductivity might be caused by the lower concentration of interstitial oxygen ions. The op-timum Fe doping content in lanthanum silicates was 0.6. La10Si5.4Fe0.6O26.7 exhibited the highest ionic conductivity of 2.712×10-2 S/cm at 800 ℃. The dependence of conductivity on oxygen partial pressure p(O2) suggested that the conductivity of La10Si6-xFexO27-x/2 was mainly con-tributed by ionic conductivity.     

Flower-like Na2O nanotip synthesis via femtosecond laser ablation of glass

The current state-of-the-art in nanotip synthesis relies on techniques that utilize elaborate precursor chemicals, catalysts, or vacuum conditions, and any combination thereof. To realize their ultimate potential, synthesized nanotips require simpler fabrication techniques that allow for control over their final nano-morphology. We present a unique, dry, catalyst-free, and ambient condition method for creating densely clustered, flower-like, sodium oxide (Na₂O) nanotips with controllable tip widths. Femtosecond laser ablation of a soda-lime glass substrate at a megahertz repetition rate, with nitrogen flow, was employed to generate nanotips with base and head widths as small as 100 and 20 nm respectively, and lengths as long as 10 μm. Control of the nanotip widths was demonstrated via laser dwell time with longer dwell times producing denser clusters of thinner nanotips. Energy dispersive X-ray analysis reveals that nanotip composition is Na₂O. A new formation mechanism is proposed, involving an electrostatic effect between ionized nitrogen and polar Na₂O. The synthesized nanotips may potentially be used in antibacterial and hydrogen storage applications.     

助洗剂的发展趋势

对助洗剂的进展作了扼要回顾 ,主要讨论了助洗剂的作用 ,三聚磷酸钠和膦酸盐 ,硅酸盐 ,沸石 ,碳酸盐和羧酸盐 ,寻找理想助洗剂组合 ,及助洗剂的发展趋势和展望等。     

Development of refractory silicate-yttria-stabilized zirconia dual-layer thermal barrier coatings

Development of advanced thermal barrier coatings (TBCs) is the most promising approach for increasing the efficiency and performance of gas turbine engines by enhancing the temperature capability of hot section metallic components. Spallation of the yttria-stabilized zirconia (YSZ) top coat, induced by the oxidation of the bond coat coupled with the thermal expansion mismatch strain, is considered to be the ultimate failure mode for current state-of-the-art TBCs. Enhanced oxidation resistance of TBCs can be achieved by reducing the oxygen conductance of TBCs below that of thermally grown oxide (TGO) alumina scale. One approach is incorporating an oxygen barrier having an oxygen conductance lower than that of alumina scale. Mullite, rare earth silicates, and glass ceramics have been selected as potential candidates for the oxygen barrier. This paper presents the results of cyclic oxidation studies of oxygen barrier/YSZ dual-layer TBCs.     

Silica Colloidal Membranes with Enantioselective Permeability

Robust mesoporous membranes composed of silica spheres were surface-modified with chiral selector moieties, including small molecules, macrocycles, and polymers. Diffusion rates of enantiomers of a chiral dye through the resulting asymmetrically modified colloidal membranes were measured and the corresponding permselectivities were calculated. The membranes showed enantioselectivities in the range of 1.2–1.8, which were not significantly affected by the structure of the surface-immobilized chiral electors. This selectivity is on par with most reported polymer-based solid membranes and bulk liquid membranes. The enantioselectivity results from the surface-facilitated mechanism of transport of enantiomers through the mesopores.     

插层法制备聚合物基纳米复合材料研究进展

聚合物基纳米复合材料具有常规聚合物基复合材料所没有的结构、形态以及较常规聚合物基复合材料具有更优异的力学性能、耐热性能和气体液体阻隔性能等而显示出重要的科学意义和应用前景。本文综述插层法制备聚合物基纳米复合材料近几年的研究进展情况，总结了层状硅酸盐结构、插层剂选择、制备方法等问题。对制备过程进行了热力学和动力学分析，介绍了纳米复合材料表征方法，并对纳米复合材料的性能和应用进行了讨论。     

层状硅酸盐制备多孔材料的研究进展

利用层状硅酸盐制备多孔材料是多孔材料发展的新趋势.介绍了层状多孔材料的主要用途,以及水热合成法、柱撑法、溶胶-凝胶法和室温酸法等多孔材料制备技术,阐述多孔材料的合成机理,并指出层状硅酸盐制备多孔材料的发展前景.