Calorimetric study and thermodynamic description of Ga-Ge-Li liquid alloys

This publication contains the thermodynamic results received by the drop calorimetry method. The experiments were conducted for four different cross sections, at the temperature of 1080 K. The investigated alloys were as follows: (Ga_0.75Li_0.25)_1-xGe_x, (Ge_0.50Li_0.50)_1-xGa_x, (Ga_0.50Li_0.50)_1-xGe_x, (Ga_0.25Li_0.75)_1-xGe_x. The mixing enthalpy changes measured for all four cross sections of the Ga-Ge-Li system are characterized by negative deviations from the ideal solutions. The Muggianu model with the ternary interaction parameters was applied to elaborate the experimental data of the mixing enthalpy change with the use of the optimized thermodynamic parameters of the binary systems available in the literature.     

Temperature Oscillation Calorimetry: Robustness analysis of different algorithms for the evaluation of the heat transfer coefficient

Applicability of different temperature oscillation calorimetry algorithms, previously proposed in the literature, for the evaluation of the heat transfer coefficient during the course of the reaction, is analysed by referring to the experimental data from a methyl methacrylate polymerisation reactor.Results are coincident in the nominal case (no errors on data), while differences appear in the elaboration of real data. The effect of uncertainty in the experimental data has been simulated in terms of error on the amplitude and on the phase of reactor and jacket temperature profiles.This approach allows to indicate algorithms having the best robustness properties and to give an explanation of phase errors in terms of a lumped parameter which accounts for different phenomena, not included in the basic hypotheses of the method. Based on this observation, a procedure to eliminate this source of errors from experimental data is proposed for the more general algorithm presented to handle oscillating temperature profiles generated by different techniques.     

Coupled effect of time and temperature on variations of yield value of highly flowable mortar

In order to enhance the performance of self-consolidating concrete, it is important to have a better understanding of the rheological behavior of the material. The initial rheological parameters and their variations with time are closely affected by material temperature, type and dosage of high range water-reducing admixture (HRWRA), and elapsed time. This paper presents the results of an investigation aimed at evaluating the coupled influence of time and temperature on the variations of yield value with time of mortars made with two types of HRWRA: polynaphtalene sulfonate and polycarboxylate polymer. Four mortars extracted from self-consolidating concrete mixtures proportioned with various binder types and with water-to-binder ratios of 0.42 and 0.53 were prepared at 10 to 30 °C.Test results show that the yield value varies linearly with the coupled effect of time and temperature during the dormant period for mixtures made with polynaphtalene sulfonate-based HRWRA. However, such changes are found to depend on the mixture temperature for mixtures made with polycarboxylate-based HRWRA, which can influence the dispersion efficiency of the polycarboxylate polymer. The threshold temperature of mixtures made with PCP-HRWRA is shown to vary with mixture composition. Below a given threshold temperature, the mortar exhibits a considerable degree of retention or even reduction in yield value over 30% of the dormant period. A sharp increase in yield value is observed beyond 30% of the dormant period. Above this threshold temperature, the yield value is shown to increase linearly with time.     

Avrami exponent and isothermal crystallization of Zr/Ti-based bulk metallic glasses

The isothermal crystallization kinetics of Zr/Ti-based bulk metallic glasses (BMGs) have been investigated by using Avrami exponent. It is a constant nucleation rate and a constant number of quenched-in nuclei that cause the linear John–Mehl–Avrami (JMA) modes in Avrami exponents of Zr₆₂Al₈Ni₁₃Cu₁₇ and Zr₆₅Al₈Ni₁₀Cu₁₇ BMGs, respectively. However, sub-T_g pre-annealing of Zr₆₂Al₈Ni₁₃Cu₁₇, and multiple-step phase transition in Ti₄₃Cu₄₃Zr₇Ni₇ and Ti₄₅Zr₅Cu₄₀Ni_7.5Sn_2.5 make their Avrami exponents deviate from the linear JMA mode. The difference in Avrami exponents maybe provides useful information for performing the microstructure control of BMG composites upon isothermal annealing.     

Strength, durability and micro-structural aspects of high performance volcanic ash concrete

This paper presents the results of investigations to assess the suitability of using volcanic ash (VA) as a cement replacement material to produce high performance concrete. Tests were conducted on concrete mixtures replacing 0 to 20% by mass of ordinary Portland cement (OPC) by VA. The performance of high performance volcanic ash concrete (HPVAC) mixtures was evaluated by conducting comprehensive series of tests on fresh and hardened properties as well as durability. The mechanical properties were assessed by compressive strength, while durability characteristics were investigated by rapid chloride permeability (RCP), drying shrinkage (DS), mercury intrusion porosimetry (MIP), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) and microhardness tests. HPVACs showed better durability properties compared to control concrete with 0% VA. The improved performance of HPVACs was attributed to the refinement of pore structure, and pozzolanic action of VA. HPVAC having a minimum 28-day compressive strength of 60 MPa can be obtained by replacing up to 20% (by mass) of cement by VA. Development of non-expensive and environmentally friendly HPVAC with acceptable strength and durability characteristics (as illustrated in this study) is extremely helpful for the sustainable development and rehabilitation of volcanic disaster areas around the world.     

有机改性蒙脱土／木粉／PVC复合材料的阻燃性研究

将有机改性蒙脱土（OMMT）加入PVC木塑体系，制备了有机蒙脱土／木粉／聚氯乙烯（OMMT／WF／PVC）纳米复合材料。采用锥形扫描量热测试法研究了OMMT用量对WF／PVC复合材料阻燃性能的影响。结果表明，添加OMMT可明显降低木塑的初始热失重率，但使快速热分解的开始时间提前，大大提高样品的燃烧残余率，显著延迟木塑的点燃时间和燃烧热峰值产生时间，OMMT起到了有效的阻燃作用。OMMT的加入还降低了总燃烧热，但燃烧热峰值有所增加，并使发烟量有所增加，CO和CO2产率也随之提高，增加了木塑燃烧的烟气危害性。     

Flory-Huggins parameter of interaction in polyelectrolyle solutions of chitosan and its alkylated derivative

The enthalpy of dilution of chitosan and alkylchitosan solutions in aqueous 0.3 M acetic acid was experimentally studied over the entire concentration range at 298 K, and the values of Flory-Huggins interaction parameter were determined with the help of a new scaling approach which took into account the electrostatic contribution to the enthalpy of dilution of polyelectrolyte solutions. That made it possible to estimate separately the excluded volume contribution to the enthalpy of dilution and, thus, to calculate the values of χ which appeared to be −0.01 for chitosan and −0.21 for alkylchitosan. It was found out that χ did not depend on the presence of salt in the solution. The hydrophobic modification of chitosan enhanced interaction with water due to the hydrophobic hydration in the aqueous solution.     

—Review Paper—Current State-Of-The-Art Measurements Of Ozone In The Gas Phase And In Solution

This paper is a critical review and summary of the analytical procedures currently used by operating water utilities to control ozone treatment processes, considering disinfection as well as the many oxidative applications of ozone in water treatment applications. The role of common interferences in the various methods is described.

In operating U S., Canadian, European, and Japanese water treatment plants currently employing ozone as a primary disinfectant, ozone nearly always is followed by the addition of small quantities of chlorine, chlorine dioxide, or chloramine to provide the residual in the distribution system and to act as a secondary disinfectant. Clearly, the analytical procedures used must distinguish between the various species. This review critically presents these various factors and their implication with respect to “true values” of ozone determined under widely varying conditions.     

Thermodynamic analysis and assessment of the Ce–Ni system

An optimised set of thermodynamic parameters for the Ce–Ni system has been obtained using the CALPHAD approach. A thorough thermodynamic analysis of the system has been carried out using different calorimetric techniques and the data have been used in the assessment. The free energy of the liquid phase has been described as a function of temperature and composition using a Redlich–Kister polynomial. Solid compounds have been considered as stoichiometric with the exception of the Laves phases. The phase diagram and thermodynamic quantities calculated from assessed parameters agree well with experimental data.