Nonlinear stability of large k-value shallow spherical shells with a symmetrically distributed line load

In this paper, we treat the nonlinear stability problem of shallow spherical shells with large values ofk(k=12(1–v) · 2f/h,f = shell rise,h = shell thickness) under the action of uniformly distributed line load along a circle concentric with the shell boundary. Load-deflection curves are computed at successive increments of uniformly distributed line loads by using both cubic B-spline approximations and iterative techniques. Our algorithm yields fairly good convergent results for values ofk as large as 400. The limiting case in which shells are loaded along a circle of small radius has been specially investigated and the computed critical loads are compared with those obtained with central point loads by other authors.     

BaCe_(0.8-x)Nb_xGd_(0.2)O_(3-δ)(0≤x≤0.45)的制备及性能研究

采用高温固相反应法制备了质子导体BaCe0.8-xNbxGd0.2O3-δ(0≤x≤0.45)。结合XRD、SEM、EIS等技术对其物相、微观形貌、稳定性及电导率进行了研究。结果表明,在1600℃烧结5h制备的质子导体BaCe0.8-xNbxGd0.2O3-δ(0≤x≤0.45)均能保持主相为斜方晶的钙钛矿结构。Nb的加入可明显提高烧结样品的致密性及在CO2和水蒸气气氛下的稳定性。在湿润H2/Ar(0.4%,V/V)气氛中800℃下,x=0.1样品的电导率为5.73mS·cm-1,电导活化能为0.35eV,与x=0的样品相当。     

一维链状锰配位聚合物[Mn(1,5-nds)(Him)_4]_n的合成、晶体结构及热稳定性研究(英文)

The synthesis,structural characterization and thermal behavior of a novel one-dimensional manganese (Ⅱ) complex of formula [Mn(1,5-nds)(Him)4]n [1,5-nds=naphthalene-1,5-disulfonate,Him=imidazole] is reported.The complex crystallizes in the triclinic system,space group P1,with a=0.835 42(13) nm,b=0.983 45(18) nm,c= 0.987 42(19) nm,α=60.523 0(10)°,β=97.748(2)°,γ=87.189(2)° and Z=2.The 1,5-nds ligand assumes the μ2 coordination mode and interlinks Mn(Ⅱ) ions into infinite one-dimensional chain structure along [111] direction,with the adjacent Mn…Mn distance being 1.144 99(12) nm.The chains are assembled into a three-dimensional supramolecular architecture via hydrogen bonds and C-H…π interactions.IR spectra and thermal analysis data are in agreement with the crystal structure.     

Application of in-plasma catalysis and post-plasma catalysis for methane partial oxidation to methanol over a Fe2O3-CuO/γ-Al2O3 catalyst

Methane partial oxidation to methanol (MPOM) using dielectric barrier discharge over a Fe2O3-CuO/γ-Al2O3 catalyst was performed. The multicomponent catalyst was combined with plasma in two different configurations, i.e., in-plasma catalysis (IPC) and post-plasma catalysis (PPC). It was found that the catalytic performance of the catalysts for MPOM was strongly dependent on the hybrid configuration. A better synergistic performance of plasma and catalysis was achieved in the IPC configuration, but the catalysts packed in the discharge zone showed lower stability than those connected to the discharge zone in sequence. Active species, such as ozone, atomic oxygen and methyl radicals, were produced from the plasma-catalysis process, and made a major contribution to methanol synthesis. These active species were identified by the means of in situ optical emission spectra, ozone measurement and FT-IR spectra. It was confirmed that the amount of active species in the IPC system was greater than that in the PPC system. The results of TG, XRD, and N2 adsorption-desorption revealed that carbon deposition on the spent catalyst surface was responsible for the catalyst deactivation in the IPC configuration.     

羟丙基-β-环糊精对双苯氟嗪包合作用的热力学研究

The inclusion complexes formation of dipfluzine(DF)with hydroxpropy -β-cyclodextrin(HP-β-CD)in aqueous solution was investigated by the phase-solubility method.With the increase of HP-β-CD concentration in aqueous sloutions,the solubility of DF increased linearly,which showed typical AL-type phase solubility diagram.The molar ratio of the DF-HP-β-CD complex was 1: 1.The effect of temperature on the reaction was studied through thermodynamics.The apparent stability constants of inclusion reation were determined.Thermodynamic parameters during the inclusion process were as follows: △_rH=30.58 kJ·mol~(-1),△_rS=158.8 J·mol~(-1)·K~(-1),△_rG＜0.The complex process was endothermic and spontaneous.With the increase of temperature,the tendency of spontaneous reaction increased.     

Viable but nonculturable cells used in biosensor fabrication for long-term storage stability

In this paper, we first reported the viable but nonculturable (VBNC) cells used for fabricating biosensor. The organic-inorganic hybrid material composed of silica and the grafting copolymer of poly(vinyl alcohol) and 4-vinylpyridine (PVA-g-P(4-VP)) was used to immobilize microbial cells for biosensor fabrication. The VBNC cells were formed after the hybrid material dried, showing the cell walls were sacrificed. With the intracellular enzymes as core and the “sacrificed” cell walls as shell, the present VBNC cells maybe considered as a core/shell structure. The extracellular material worked as the scaffold for core/shell structure. The core/shell structure and the scaffold structure were demonstrated by single-cell level image analysis using confocal laser scanning microscopy (CLSM). The electrochemical method was adopted for further examining the enzyme activity of VBNC cells. The VBNC cells did not need nutrient treatment and other physicochemical factors for cell growth, which is a significant contribution for storing biosensor. A glucose-glutamic acid biosensor fabricated by the VBNC cells exhibited long-term storage stability for 100 days.     

Isophorone- and pyran-containing NLO-chromophores: a comparative study

A series of merocyanines containing isophorone or pyran rings in the spacer have been synthesized. For a given pair of donor and acceptor groups, the isophorone derivatives show higher second-order optical nonlinearities, but lower thermal stabilities. The first NLO-chromophores endowed with a dihydropyran fragment in the spacer have also been prepared and studied.     

Synthesis,Structure and High Thermal Stability of a Novel Three‐dimensional Zinc(II) Complex with an Unsymmetrical Rigid‐flexible Ligand

A novel metal‐organic framework, [Zn(C₁₀H₈O₅)]_n ( 1 ) (C₁₀H₈O₅ = 2‐(4‐carboxylatophenoxy)propionate), was synthesized and characterized by elemental analysis, IR spectroscopy, X‐ray crystallography and thermogravimetric analysis. The crystal structure study reveals that each zinc atom is coordinated by four oxygen atoms from four different ligands to obtain a distorted tetrahedron. The rigid carboxyl group bridges two adjacent zinc atoms to form a dimer of eight‐membered rings, whereas the flexible carboxyl group bridges two adjacent dimers to form 1D chains along the a axis. Two adjacent 1D chains are interconnected by the ligands to produce 2D layers. These layers are further stabilized by intermolecular hydrogen bonds to construct a 3D framework showing high thermal stability (445 °C).     

The influence of sulfonation degree on the thermal behaviour of sulfonated poly(arylene ethersulfone)s

Initial decomposition temperature (T_i), apparent activation energy of degradation (E_a) and glass transition temperature (T_g) of some low molar mass (M_n ≈ 8000 g mol⁻¹) sulfonated poly(arylene ethersulfone)s s-(PAES)s were determined to check their dependence on sulfonation degree (SD). The results obtained were compared with those for unsulfonated poly(arylene ethersulfone) PAES. In order to have an accurate control of the chemical structure, a pre-sulfonation route was followed for the preparation of sulfonated compounds. The thermal behaviour of the investigated s-(PAES)s as well as that of PAES appears not to be influenced by the environment (flowing nitrogen or static air atmosphere) of degradation. Both T_i and T_g values of s-(PAES)s were higher than those of PAES and increased quite linearly as a function of sulfonation degree. An analogous linear trend was observed for the apparent degradation energy of s-(PAES)s, but the values found were largely lower than those of unsulfonated homopolymer. The results are discussed and interpreted.     

Nanoclay and carbon nanotubes as potential synergists of an organophosphorus flame-retardant in poly(methyl methacrylate)

This study explores whether nanoparticles incorporated in polymers always act as synergists of conventional flame-retardant additives. For this purpose, two different filler nanoparticles, namely organically modified layered-silicate clay minerals or nanoclays and multi-walled carbon nanotubes, were incorporated in poly(methyl methacrylate) filled with an organophosphorus flame-retardant that acts through intumescence. Effective dispersion techniques specific to each nanoparticle were utilized and prepared samples were thoroughly characterized for their nanocomposite morphologies. Nanoclays were shown to outperform carbon nanotubes in respect of improving the fire properties of intumescent formulations assessed by cone calorimeter analysis. An intriguing explanation for the observed behaviour was the restriction of intumescence by strong carbon nanotube networks formed on the flaming surfaces during combustion contrary to enhanced intumescent chars by nanoclays. Carbon nanotubes surpassed nanoclays considering the thermal stability of intumescent formulations in thermogravimetry whereas mechanical properties were significantly superior with nanoclays to those with carbon nanotubes.