Background:Currently,there is a lack of an adequate rodent model for investigating sur-gical techniques and comprehensive treatment options for patients with colorectal can-cer(CRC).This study presents a mouse model t...Background:Currently,there is a lack of an adequate rodent model for investigating sur-gical techniques and comprehensive treatment options for patients with colorectal can-cer(CRC).This study presents a mouse model that involves the orthotopic implantation of colon cancer,followed by a limited colectomy,with the aim of addressing this issue.Methods:To establish an early colon tumor model,luciferase-tagged CT-26 cells were implanted into the ascending colon wall of BALB/c mice.After a 1-week observation period,a limited colectomy procedure was performed.The progression of cancer and the impact of resection were monitored using bioluminescence imaging.Additionally,both short-term and long-term effects of surgical intervention were assessed.Results:The study demonstrated a 100%success rate(40/40)in establishing the BALB/c mouse model of early colon cancer.The technical success rate of limited colec-tomy was also 100%,with no instances of early mortality or morbidity.After the limited colectomy procedure,none of the animals exhibited any primary tumors,bloody ascites,recurrence or local invasion,intestinal obstruction,lymph node metastasis,peritoneal seeding,or anastomotic leakage.Furthermore,there were no reported deaths during the postresection observation period in animals treated with limited colectomy.Conclusion:In summary,our research group has successfully described a novel and reproducible surgical resection model for colon cancer in mice,which reflects the clinical scenario.展开更多
The direct impact of seed-borne fungi on seed is considerable. Many fungi are serious parasites of seed primordial and maturing seeds and reduce yield of seed both quantitatively and qualitatively. Other fungi, includ...The direct impact of seed-borne fungi on seed is considerable. Many fungi are serious parasites of seed primordial and maturing seeds and reduce yield of seed both quantitatively and qualitatively. Other fungi, including saprophytes and very weak parasites, may lower the quality of seeds by causing discoloration which may seriously depreciate the commercial value of seeds, particularly of grain when graded for consumption. Studies by using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) confirmed the importance of the seed coat, and seed cells as infection sites as well as location of the mycelium of the investigated fungus. Macrophominaphaseolina The present investigation is undertaken to study the colonization, infection and fungal establishment on different sesame seed parts by (SEM). A successful colonization of M. phaseolina to seed tissues was also detected. Different forms of pycnidial shapes were also observed.展开更多
The high-order deformation effects in even-even246,248No are investigated by means of pairing self-consistent WoodsSaxon-Strutinsky calculations using the potential-energy-surface(PES)approach in an extended deform...The high-order deformation effects in even-even246,248No are investigated by means of pairing self-consistent WoodsSaxon-Strutinsky calculations using the potential-energy-surface(PES)approach in an extended deformation space(β2,β3,β4,β5,β6,β7,β8).Based on the calculated two-dimensional projected energy maps and different potential energy curves,we found that the highly even-order deformations have an important impact on both the fission trajectory and energy minima,while the odd-order deformations,accompanying the even-order ones,primarily affect the fission path beyond the second barrier.Relative to the light actinide nuclei,the nuclear ground state changes to the superdeformed configuration,but the normally deformed minimum,as the low-energy shape isomer,may still be primarily responsible for enhancing nuclear stability and ensuring experimental accessibility in246,248No.Our present investigation indicates the nonnegligible impact of high-order deformation effects along the fission valley and will be helpful for deepening the understanding of different deformation effects and deformation couplings in nuclei,especially in this neutron-deficient heavy-mass region.展开更多
To address the limited reinforcement efficiency of enzyme-induced calcium carbonate precipitation(EICP)caused by insufficient nucleation sites,this study introduces xanthan gum(XG)to immobilize the enzyme and promote ...To address the limited reinforcement efficiency of enzyme-induced calcium carbonate precipitation(EICP)caused by insufficient nucleation sites,this study introduces xanthan gum(XG)to immobilize the enzyme and promote the CaCO3 nucleation.A series of unconfined compressive strength(UCS)tests and ultrasonic oscillation tests were conducted to evaluate the effects of XG on the mechanical behavior and slaking resistance of biocemented sand.The nucleation and cementation mechanisms of XG addition were clarified through scanning electron microscopy with energy-dispersive spectroscopy and X-ray diffraction.The results demonstrate that as the XG concentration increased from 0 to 2 g/L,the UCS increases from 121.10 to 231.05 kPa,showing an increase of 90.8%.At the same time,the average slaking index decreases from 2.588 to 1.323.The enhancement is attributed to the increased viscosity of the enzyme solution with XG addition,which improves solution retention in low-energy sites.In addition,the negatively charged carboxylate groups on XG enhance Ca2+adsorption,creating more nucleation sites and promoting targeted precipitation of CaCO3 at particle contact points and interfaces.This study confirms that biopolymer-assisted nucleation can improve both the strength and slaking resistance of biocemented sand,providing a basis for promoting biocementation technologies in applications such as erosion control and hydrological engineering.展开更多
The self-sealing capacity of compacted bentonite governs the effectiveness of engineering barriers constructed in deep geological repositories(DGRs)for high-level radioactive wastes.This research aims to elucidate ben...The self-sealing capacity of compacted bentonite governs the effectiveness of engineering barriers constructed in deep geological repositories(DGRs)for high-level radioactive wastes.This research aims to elucidate bentonite’s self-sealing behavior when exposed to an annular technological void using visualization tests.Water infiltration initiated self-sealing behavior,induced cracking phenomena,and caused color changes on the bentonite surface.These cracks interfered with the self-sealing behaviors and resulted in a suboptimal sealing state.The color difference index was used to track the transition from a cracking state to microstructural reconstruction,revealing water migration pathways and hydration levels.The results confirm the temporal and spatial dependencies of color changes and pore structure evolution during self-sealing.Initially,bentonite exhibited a free swelling pattern,which gradually transitioned to a constant volume pattern as the sealing progressed.The gradual closure of the cracks is attributed to the compression from the swelled parts and the clogging effect of newly formed sealing materials within the water-filled cracks.This study provides a comprehensive understanding of the self-sealing behavior of compacted bentonite,which is essential for optimizing multi-barrier system designs and mitigating geological environmental risks in DGRs.展开更多
Acid mine drainage(AMD)leachate is a global pollutant issue that impacts groundwater environment quality.This study investigated the feasibility of a composite biopolymer-amended bentonite as a geosynthetic clay liner...Acid mine drainage(AMD)leachate is a global pollutant issue that impacts groundwater environment quality.This study investigated the feasibility of a composite biopolymer-amended bentonite as a geosynthetic clay liner core material to contain AMD leachate.The real AMD leachate with a pH of 3.1,sourced from an acidic pyrite tailings site,was employed as a specific test leachate used in this study.The composite biopolymer was composed of welan gum(WG)and xanthan gum(XG)at different dry weight-based ratios.Modified fluid loss(MFL)tests were conducted to evaluate hydraulic conductivity(k)of bentonites to optimize WG:XG ratio.Rheological properties of biopolymer solutions were measured,serving as indicative parameters of biopolymer elution.The results indicated biopolymer-amended bentonites with the WG:XG ratio of 8:2 possessed lowest k(1.5×10−11m/s to 7.2×10−11m/s),lower than unamended bentonite(1.2×10−10m/s to 8.6×10−10m/s)in the AMD leachate condition.In addition,biopolymer solutions with WG:XG ratio of 8:2 exhibited highest viscosity.Thermogravimetric analysis,ultraviolet–visible spectroscopy,and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy were conducted on the composite biopolymer,revealing that WG and XG interacted via physical cross-linking.Additionally,scanning electron microscopy and atomic force microscopy images indicated that a physical cross-linking and dense network structure conformation was developed in the composite biopolymer hydrogel at the WG:XG ratio of 8:2.The results demonstrate that the composite biopolymer is a promising low-carbon amendment material for enhancing containment performance of bentonite used in geosynthetic clay liners to contain AMD leachate.展开更多
Long-term water flooding(LTWF)is an efficient way to improve oil recovery(EOR)in carbonate reservoirs in the Middle East.Due to the complex depositional environment and intricate pore-throat structures of carbonate re...Long-term water flooding(LTWF)is an efficient way to improve oil recovery(EOR)in carbonate reservoirs in the Middle East.Due to the complex depositional environment and intricate pore-throat structures of carbonate reservoirs,the development characteristics differ significantly from those of conventional sandstone reservoirs.While the mechanisms of LTWF in carbonate reservoirs are well-documented,there remains a significant gap in understanding the microscopic pore-scale displacement characteristics and the dynamic evolution of residual oil.To address this,nuclear magnetic resonance(NMR)and computed tomography(CT)scanning techniques were employed to investigate the behavior of LTWF across various carbonate rock samples.Initially,NMR technology was utilized to elucidate the pore-throat displacement characteristics at the microscopic level for different core samples under LTWF.Subsequently,CT scanning was applied to explore the dynamic evolution of microscopic residual oil and to categorize the types of residual oil based on their formation mechanisms.We found that LTWF predominantly utilizes oil within microscale pores of 1–10μm and>10μm.As the volumes of injected water increase,there is a noticeable improvement in oil displacement within submicron pores(0.1–1μm).However,residual oil primarily accumulates in nanopores(<0.1μm)and submicron pores.The study identified five distinct types of microscopic residual oil:clustered,throat,droplet,corner adsorbed,and pore lining.Notably,the transformation of residual oil in dolomite cores generally shifts from clustered to throat forms,while in limestone cores,it transitions from clustered to predominantly corner adsorbed and pore lining configurations.This nuanced understanding of oil utilization and residual categories under LTWF offers valuable insights into optimizing EOR strategies in complex carbonate reservoirs.展开更多
Dust particles and their complex interactions with anthropogenic pollutants have caused serious environmental pollution in East Asia.However,there are few observations on the real-time response to the morphological an...Dust particles and their complex interactions with anthropogenic pollutants have caused serious environmental pollution in East Asia.However,there are few observations on the real-time response to the morphological and mixing state changes of individual dust particles.We used a newly developed single-particle optical particle counter(SOPC)for real-time detection of single-particle size and the depolarization ratio(defined as the ratio of the vertical component to the parallel component of backward scattering),combined with an intelligent scanning electron microscope environmental-particle analysis system(IntelliSEM-EPAS),to quantitatively study the evolution process of particle morphology and chemical composition during dust events in March 2023.Fine mode particles dominated the total particle number concentration,with the proportion of sub-1μm particles reaching 90.3%.The depolarization ratio and form factor(single-particle morphology parameters automatically obtained via IntelliSEM-EPAS)of individual fine particles markedly changed(increased from 0.05 to 0.12 and decreased from 0.73 to 0.60,respectively)during the dust events.Further elemental analysis revealed that mixed sulfur-containing particles play a crucial role in the overall morphological changes in fine particles.During the large-scale transmission of dust aerosols,their morphology and mixing state undergo significant changes.Quantitative description of these changes is beneficial for better understanding the uncertainty of the evolution of dust events and model simulations.展开更多
Understanding the microscopic time-dependent mechanical behavior of shale is critical for assessing macroscopic creep and engineering applications.Grid nanoindentation experiments and nanoindentation creep tests were ...Understanding the microscopic time-dependent mechanical behavior of shale is critical for assessing macroscopic creep and engineering applications.Grid nanoindentation experiments and nanoindentation creep tests were systematically conducted to investigate microscopic creep behaviors in shale.The indentation creep displacements and creep rates of the shale's soft,intermediate,and hard phases showed the same evolution patterns.The creep deformation was much higher in the soft phase than in the other two phases.However,the difference in the steady-state creep rates between the three mechanical phases was negligible.A linear relationship was observed between the microscopic contact creep modulus and the microscopic Young's modulus,hardness,creep displacement,and creep rate.The primary mechanism of microscopic creep in shale revealed by the creep strain rate sensitivity parameter was the extension and closure of microcracks.The differences in the microscopic creep parameters derived from the experimental data using the deconvolution methods and representative point methods were evaluated,and the applicability of the two methods was described.The performances of commonly used creep models to predict the microscopic creep behaviors were evaluated.The Burgers model provided the best performance in predicting the steady-state creep deformation and creep rate.The ability of the Mori-Tanaka and Voigt-Reuss-Hill models to derive macroscopic parameters from microscopic mechanical parameters was compared.Both methods provided macroscopic Young's modulus values close to the experimental values;however,neither could predict macroscopic creep parameters based on microscopic creep parameters.展开更多
To reduce the environmental pollution associated with the construction of asphalt pavements,and to improve the current problems of insufficient stability,durability,and adaptability of cold mix asphalt(CMA),a cold mix...To reduce the environmental pollution associated with the construction of asphalt pavements,and to improve the current problems of insufficient stability,durability,and adaptability of cold mix asphalt(CMA),a cold mix emulsified asphalt(CMEA)was prepared by using emulsified asphalt,silane coupling agent,cement,plaster,and mineral powder.The basic properties of CMEA were evaluated through penetration,softening point,and ductility tests.The high-temperature rheological properties of CMEA were analyzed using dynamic shear rheometry(DSR).The microstructure of CMEA was assessed via fluorescence microscopy(FM)and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy(FTIR)tests.Results indicate that the emulsion within the emulsified asphalt can be uniformly distributed in the form of particles,resulting in improved storage stability.Compared to the original emulsified asphalt,the addition of cement,plaster,or a combination of both shows better stability and deformation resistance.The CMEA with both the silane coupling agent and cement exhibits the optimal performance.This study provides new insights for the modification and application of CMA.展开更多
Phosphogypsum,an industrial solid waste,is an effective binder for partially replacing cement in stabilizing dredged sediments.Acid rain,as a worldwide ecological problem,also affects the long-term stability and susta...Phosphogypsum,an industrial solid waste,is an effective binder for partially replacing cement in stabilizing dredged sediments.Acid rain,as a worldwide ecological problem,also affects the long-term stability and sustainability of geotechnical materials and structures.However,the research on leaching effects and long-term durability of phosphogypsum-stabilized soils under acid rain conditions is limited and remains a significant challenge for practical applications.This study investigates the leaching effects and long-term durability of phosphogypsum-stabilized soils by simulating acid rain erosion through semi-dynamic leaching tests.Key parameters,including leached Ca2+concentration,leachate pH,and unconfined compressive strength after leaching,were evaluated.Microscopic analyses with X-ray diffraction(XRD)and scanning electron microscopy(SEM)were also conducted to explore the underlying mechanisms.The results indicate that the presence of phosphogypsum in stabilized soil with high water content shows a significant improvement in leaching resistance subjected to acid ions,evidencing a lower Ca2+concentration and pH value in the leachate,and a higher strength after leaching compared to those samples without phosphogypsum.SEM images and XRD analysis revealed that samples with higher phosphogypsum content possess denser structures due to more needle-shaped ettringite and other minerals in the soil matrix,contributing to improved strength and leaching resistance.The enhanced strength and leaching resistance of phosphogypsum-stabilized soil can be attributed to additional gel formation,a rise in swelling potential,ettringite bridging,and a denser microstructure,which reduces Ca2+availability for leaching in acidic environments.展开更多
Hot-stage polarizing microscopy technique was employed to investigate the mesoscopic fracture evolution characteristics of granite throughout the entire process from room temperature to real-time high temperature and ...Hot-stage polarizing microscopy technique was employed to investigate the mesoscopic fracture evolution characteristics of granite throughout the entire process from room temperature to real-time high temperature and then to cooling.The study analyzed the influence of mineral types,temperature,cooling medium,and the heating and cooling progress on the microcrack development in granite.Additionally,the contributions of heating and cooling to the damage of granite were discussed.The research indicates that crack evolution follows a characteristic trend:the number of small cracks increases,and larger cracks form through the coalescence and propagation of smaller ones during heating.The thermal fracture threshold for granite was identified at 300°C.The three main minerals in granite exhibit distinct area change behaviors with temperature.After natural cooling,mineral areas show a slight increase compared to the pre treatment state.Following thermal shock in water,these areas decrease marginally relative to their extent at 600℃yet remain significantly larger values than initial ones.Thermal shock cooling induces more extensive fracturing in granite compared to natural air cooling.Furthermore,the heating process contributes more significantly to the overall damage than the subsequent cooling stage.This study enhances the understanding of mesoscopic evolution in thermal disturbances treated rocks and provides a theoretical basis for assessing rock stability in high-temperature engineering environments.展开更多
Titanium(Ti)-steel composite joints are prone to the formation of compounds such as TiC,TiFe,and TiFe2 during solid‐phase bonding.This phenomenon leads to premature failure and significantly reduces the bonding quali...Titanium(Ti)-steel composite joints are prone to the formation of compounds such as TiC,TiFe,and TiFe2 during solid‐phase bonding.This phenomenon leads to premature failure and significantly reduces the bonding quality of the joints.However,the fracture behavior of the joint influenced by these compounds,particularly on the initiation of cracks,is yet to be elucidated.Therefore,a comprehensive investigation of the fracture behavior of Ti-steel joints is essential for understanding interfacial failure mechanisms.This paper presents the fabrication of a joint between pure titanium TA2 and 45 steel,prepared through solid‐phase diffusion bonding.The original morphology of the bonding interface was characterized using scanning electron microscopy and transmission electron microscopy.Subsequently,the tensile fracture behavior of the interface was observed in real‐time using an in situ tensile stage within the TEM.The results indicate that a continuous TiC reaction layer formed at the interface during bonding,with the phase composition on either side of the interface beingα‐Fe and TiC at the microscopic scale.In situ tensile results revealed that cracks were found to initiate not at theα‐Fe/TiC interface,but approximately 200 nm from the interface on the steel side.This is attributed to the strain localization in the steel region caused by inconsistent deformation between the two phases.This finding provides theoretical guidance for microstructural design and quality optimization of Ti-steel heterostructures.展开更多
This study investigated the impact fragmentation behavior of projectiles with different yield strengths using 45 steel,35CrMnSiA steel,and T12A steel as core materials.Through experimental and simulation analyses,the ...This study investigated the impact fragmentation behavior of projectiles with different yield strengths using 45 steel,35CrMnSiA steel,and T12A steel as core materials.Through experimental and simulation analyses,the fracture mechanisms and damage characteristics of these materials under high strain rate impacts were examined.The results indicated that 45 steel and 35CrMnSiA steel exhibited noticeable ductility,with fracture surfaces showing prominent dimples and shear lips,experiencing significant plastic deformation and necking during impact.In contrast,T12A steel demonstrated brittle behavior,with fracture surfaces characterized by smooth,bright areas and fine radial streaks.In ballistic tests,T12A steel projectiles displayed distinct damage patterns compared to the other two materials due to their brittleness,resulting in shorter residual lengths.The force-time curves obtained from experiments and simulations showed that higher core strength shortened the time to reach peak force and reduced the overall contact duration.However,the high strength of T12A steel was not always associated with higher peak stresses,as its brittle fracture mode led to early instability.Fragment analysis revealed that smaller fragments(<4 mm)primarily originated from the projectile head,while larger fragments came from the tail.Microscopic examination of the fragments revealed a mix of ductile and brittle fracture modes,with different particle sizes exhibiting distinct fracture surface features.Overall,the study provides insights into the impact performance and failure mechanisms of different core materials,highlighting the importance of material properties in determining projectile behavior under high strain rate conditions.展开更多
Microbially induced calcium carbonate precipitation(MICP)is an eco-friendly technology for soil improvement.Although numerous experiments have been conducted to solidify sand foundations using MICP,the mechanisms by w...Microbially induced calcium carbonate precipitation(MICP)is an eco-friendly technology for soil improvement.Although numerous experiments have been conducted to solidify sand foundations using MICP,the mechanisms by which grain interfacial morphologies influencethe MICP process remain unclear.This study utilized 3D-printed flowcells with different boundary morphologies to investigate the effects of interfacial morphologies on the MICP process.CaCO3precipitation characteristics were investigated through microscopic observation and image quantificationanalysis.The results indicate that low flowvelocities near the interface promote bacterial accumulation due to reduced hydrodynamic shear forces.Rough interfaces,compared to smooth ones,enhance bacterial adsorption owing to the larger regions of low flowvelocity,increased surface area,and the formation of local eddies,which promote greater CaCO3precipitation.Compared to the regions away from the interface,a higher abundance of small CaCO3crystals is observed near the interface because of the high urease activity from bacteria and the reduced shear-induced entrainment due to the low flowvelocity.Besides,larger crystals also preferentially precipitate in proximity to interfaces as the low flowvelocity enhances crystal growth according to the particle attachment theory.The presence of rough interfaces further reduces flowvelocities,leading to the precipitation of larger and more densely packed CaCO3crystals.Therefore,rough interfaces promote the microbially induced calcium carbonate precipitation.This work is expected to enhance the understanding of microbially induced calcium carbonate precipitation characteristics on solid surfaces such as soil grains and contribute to the optimization of MICP applications.展开更多
The layered honeycomb magnetα-RuCl3has attracted intense scrutiny as a prime candidate for realizing the Kitaev quantum spin liquid,yet a consensus on its microscopic Hamiltonian remains elusive due to the materia...The layered honeycomb magnetα-RuCl3has attracted intense scrutiny as a prime candidate for realizing the Kitaev quantum spin liquid,yet a consensus on its microscopic Hamiltonian remains elusive due to the material's extreme sensitivity to structural details.Here,we report a comprehensive reexamination of the low-temperature crystallographic and magnetic structures of high-qualityα-RuCl3single crystals using unpolarized and polarized neutron diffraction.We confirm a sharp,first-order structural phase transition to the rhombohedral R3 space group with a pronounced thermal hysteresis.Crucially,using both spherical and longitudinal neutron polarization analysis,we determine the 3D orientation of the ordered magnetic moment without the ambiguity typically arising from domain distributions.We find that the Ru3+magnetic moments in the zigzag phase are tilted by 15.7°out of the hexagonal plane and,remarkably,exhibit an additional in-plane twist of-13.8°.This“tilted and twistedžgeometry differentiates the ground state from the previously reported models based on unpolarized neutron diffraction or resonant elastic X-ray scattering(REXS)analysis.展开更多
The martensite transformation of Co-Cr-Mo alloys during cooling after holding at different austenitization temperatures(Ta),was investigated via high-temperature confocal laser scanning microscopy(HT-CLSM).The mart...The martensite transformation of Co-Cr-Mo alloys during cooling after holding at different austenitization temperatures(Ta),was investigated via high-temperature confocal laser scanning microscopy(HT-CLSM).The martensite starting temperature(Ms)increases with increasing Ta.Martensite area fraction(fM)firstly decreases,then increases,and finally decreases with increasing Ta.Additionally,inverse martensite transformation,grain growth,and σphase decomposition were examined during heating via differential scanning calorimetry and HT-CLSM.The effects of Ta on martensite transformation and phase composition of the alloys were analyzed.Ms and fM were influenced by both grain size and pre-existing martensite at Ta of 900-950℃,grain size alone at 950-1100℃,and both grain size and elemental diffusion at 1100-1200℃.This study will provide basic theoretical guidance for regulating the microstructure and enhancing the mechanical properties of Co-Cr-Mo alloys.展开更多
Objectives:Men with obstructive azoospermia(OA)or infertility often require surgical sperm retrieval for assisted reproductive techniques.While sperm can be successfully obtained from either the testis or epididymis i...Objectives:Men with obstructive azoospermia(OA)or infertility often require surgical sperm retrieval for assisted reproductive techniques.While sperm can be successfully obtained from either the testis or epididymis in these patients,sperm DNA integrity may differ between retrieval sites,which could influence reproductive outcomes.This study aimed to determine whether bilateral epididymal and/or testicular sperm extraction is necessary in men with OA or infertility and elevated DNA fragmentation index(DFI).Methods:We retrospectively analyzed men who underwent bilateral testicular biopsy and/or microscopic epididymal sperm aspiration(MESA)by a single surgeon from 2020–2022.TUNEL assays were performed to assess DFI(normal≤15%).The primary endpoint of the study was to evaluate the variability in DFI between the right and left testes/epididymis in men undergoing sperm extraction.Results:In total,24 men met criteria to be included in this analysis who underwent sperm extraction with DFI analysis via MESAand/or testicular biopsy.Among patients with OA,testicular sperm demonstrated significantly lower DFI compared to epididymal sperm on both sides(right testis 9.52 vs.right epididymis 17.61,p=0.01;left testis 9.22 vs.left epididymis 14.71,p=0.04).For each individual patient with OA,the mean intra-patient difference in DFI between right and left epididymal sperm was significantly higher than the mean intra-patient difference in DFI between right and left testicular sperm(12.09%±6.58,compared to 2.27%±1.59,p<0.001,respectively).Conclusion:Bilateral epididymal sperm extraction may be warranted in men with OA given the observed intra-patient variability in DNAfragmentation between epididymides.Conversely,bilateral testicular extraction may be unnecessary,as no significant difference in DNA fragmentation variability was observed between sperm retrieved from either testicle.展开更多
To investigate the strength degradation characteristics and microscopic damage mechanisms of moraine soil under hydro-thermo-mechanical coupling conditions,a series of X-ray Diffraction(XRD),standard triaxial testing,...To investigate the strength degradation characteristics and microscopic damage mechanisms of moraine soil under hydro-thermo-mechanical coupling conditions,a series of X-ray Diffraction(XRD),standard triaxial testing,Scanning Electron Microscopy(SEM),and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance(NMR)experiments were conducted.The mechanical property degradation laws and evolution characteristics of the microscopic pore structure of moraine soil under Freeze-Thaw(F-T)conditions were revealed.After F-T cycles,the stress-strain curves of moraine soil showed a strain-softening trend.In the early stage of F-T cycles(0–5 cycles),the shear strength and elastic modulus exhibited damage rate of approximately 10.33%±0.8%and 16.60%±1.2%,respectively.In the later stage(10–20 cycles),the strength parameters fluctuated slightly and tended to stabilize.The number of F-T cycles was negatively exponentially correlated with cohesion,while showing only slight fluctuation in the internal friction angle,thereby extending the Mohr-Coulomb strength criterion for moraine soil under F-T cycles.The NMR experiments quantitatively characterized the evolution of the internal pore structure of moraine soil under F-T cycles.As the number of F-T cycles increased,fine and micro pores gradually expanded and merged due to the frost-heaving effect during the water-ice phase transition,forming larger pores.The proportion of large and medium pores increased to 59.55%±2.1%(N=20),while that of fine and micro pores decreased to 40.45%±2.1%(N=20).The evolution of pore structure characteristics was essentially completed in the later stage of F-T cycles(10–20 cycles).This study provides a theoretical foundation and technical support for major engineering construction and disaster prevention in the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau.展开更多
Soil-structural interfaces,such as those between foundations,tunnels,retaining walls,and slopes,serve as critical zones for stress and deformation transfer in geotechnical systems.Although extensive research exists on...Soil-structural interfaces,such as those between foundations,tunnels,retaining walls,and slopes,serve as critical zones for stress and deformation transfer in geotechnical systems.Although extensive research exists on two-dimensional interface mechanics,the zonal characteristics,non-coaxial behavior,and reversible volumetric deformation mechanisms under three-dimensional(3D)loading remain poorly understood.To address this gap,a series of discrete element method(DEM)simulations focused on the phase-dependent response of shear stress,normal displacement,and microstructural interactions were conducted in this study.The influence of the tangential displacement phase difference Dpon the 3D cyclic shear behavior of gravel-structure interfaces under circular shear paths was investigated based on DEM.The controlling role of shear path geometry in governing non-coaxial behavior and reversible volumetric deformation is explicitly revealed.Specifically,it is demonstrated that stable,hysteretic stress-displacement loops with minimal volumetric hysteresis are promoted by circular shear paths(Dp=π/2,3π/2),whereas abrupt stress reversals and amplified dilatancy-recompression cycles are induced by bidirectional linear paths(Dp=π,2π).Furthermore,periodic oscillations of non-coaxial angles(α3)are observed,transitioning from 90°under pure rotation to peak fluctuations exceeding 30°under phase-shifted shear.These mechanistic understandings are highlighted as being crucial for the advancement of 3D interface constitutive models.展开更多
基金Liaoning Provincial Natural Science Foundations of China,Grant/Award Number:LJKZ1192Key Speciality Scientific Research Projects of Dalian University Affiliated Xinhua Hospital,Grant/Award Number:2022002Liaoning Provincial Science and Technology Plan Project,Grant/Award Number:2025-MS-20。
摘要Background:Currently,there is a lack of an adequate rodent model for investigating sur-gical techniques and comprehensive treatment options for patients with colorectal can-cer(CRC).This study presents a mouse model that involves the orthotopic implantation of colon cancer,followed by a limited colectomy,with the aim of addressing this issue.Methods:To establish an early colon tumor model,luciferase-tagged CT-26 cells were implanted into the ascending colon wall of BALB/c mice.After a 1-week observation period,a limited colectomy procedure was performed.The progression of cancer and the impact of resection were monitored using bioluminescence imaging.Additionally,both short-term and long-term effects of surgical intervention were assessed.Results:The study demonstrated a 100%success rate(40/40)in establishing the BALB/c mouse model of early colon cancer.The technical success rate of limited colec-tomy was also 100%,with no instances of early mortality or morbidity.After the limited colectomy procedure,none of the animals exhibited any primary tumors,bloody ascites,recurrence or local invasion,intestinal obstruction,lymph node metastasis,peritoneal seeding,or anastomotic leakage.Furthermore,there were no reported deaths during the postresection observation period in animals treated with limited colectomy.Conclusion:In summary,our research group has successfully described a novel and reproducible surgical resection model for colon cancer in mice,which reflects the clinical scenario.
摘要The direct impact of seed-borne fungi on seed is considerable. Many fungi are serious parasites of seed primordial and maturing seeds and reduce yield of seed both quantitatively and qualitatively. Other fungi, including saprophytes and very weak parasites, may lower the quality of seeds by causing discoloration which may seriously depreciate the commercial value of seeds, particularly of grain when graded for consumption. Studies by using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) confirmed the importance of the seed coat, and seed cells as infection sites as well as location of the mycelium of the investigated fungus. Macrophominaphaseolina The present investigation is undertaken to study the colonization, infection and fungal establishment on different sesame seed parts by (SEM). A successful colonization of M. phaseolina to seed tissues was also detected. Different forms of pycnidial shapes were also observed.
基金supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Henan Province(No.252300421478)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.11975209,U2032211,12075287)。
摘要The high-order deformation effects in even-even246,248No are investigated by means of pairing self-consistent WoodsSaxon-Strutinsky calculations using the potential-energy-surface(PES)approach in an extended deformation space(β2,β3,β4,β5,β6,β7,β8).Based on the calculated two-dimensional projected energy maps and different potential energy curves,we found that the highly even-order deformations have an important impact on both the fission trajectory and energy minima,while the odd-order deformations,accompanying the even-order ones,primarily affect the fission path beyond the second barrier.Relative to the light actinide nuclei,the nuclear ground state changes to the superdeformed configuration,but the normally deformed minimum,as the low-energy shape isomer,may still be primarily responsible for enhancing nuclear stability and ensuring experimental accessibility in246,248No.Our present investigation indicates the nonnegligible impact of high-order deformation effects along the fission valley and will be helpful for deepening the understanding of different deformation effects and deformation couplings in nuclei,especially in this neutron-deficient heavy-mass region.
基金partially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52378330)SEU Innovation Capability Enhancement Plan for Doctoral Students(No.CXJH_SEU 24202)),which are essential to the successful completion of this manuscript.
摘要To address the limited reinforcement efficiency of enzyme-induced calcium carbonate precipitation(EICP)caused by insufficient nucleation sites,this study introduces xanthan gum(XG)to immobilize the enzyme and promote the CaCO3 nucleation.A series of unconfined compressive strength(UCS)tests and ultrasonic oscillation tests were conducted to evaluate the effects of XG on the mechanical behavior and slaking resistance of biocemented sand.The nucleation and cementation mechanisms of XG addition were clarified through scanning electron microscopy with energy-dispersive spectroscopy and X-ray diffraction.The results demonstrate that as the XG concentration increased from 0 to 2 g/L,the UCS increases from 121.10 to 231.05 kPa,showing an increase of 90.8%.At the same time,the average slaking index decreases from 2.588 to 1.323.The enhancement is attributed to the increased viscosity of the enzyme solution with XG addition,which improves solution retention in low-energy sites.In addition,the negatively charged carboxylate groups on XG enhance Ca2+adsorption,creating more nucleation sites and promoting targeted precipitation of CaCO3 at particle contact points and interfaces.This study confirms that biopolymer-assisted nucleation can improve both the strength and slaking resistance of biocemented sand,providing a basis for promoting biocementation technologies in applications such as erosion control and hydrological engineering.
基金the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant No.2019YFC1509900)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.42172298)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(Grant No.22120230229)for their financialsupport.
摘要The self-sealing capacity of compacted bentonite governs the effectiveness of engineering barriers constructed in deep geological repositories(DGRs)for high-level radioactive wastes.This research aims to elucidate bentonite’s self-sealing behavior when exposed to an annular technological void using visualization tests.Water infiltration initiated self-sealing behavior,induced cracking phenomena,and caused color changes on the bentonite surface.These cracks interfered with the self-sealing behaviors and resulted in a suboptimal sealing state.The color difference index was used to track the transition from a cracking state to microstructural reconstruction,revealing water migration pathways and hydration levels.The results confirm the temporal and spatial dependencies of color changes and pore structure evolution during self-sealing.Initially,bentonite exhibited a free swelling pattern,which gradually transitioned to a constant volume pattern as the sealing progressed.The gradual closure of the cracks is attributed to the compression from the swelled parts and the clogging effect of newly formed sealing materials within the water-filled cracks.This study provides a comprehensive understanding of the self-sealing behavior of compacted bentonite,which is essential for optimizing multi-barrier system designs and mitigating geological environmental risks in DGRs.
基金funding support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.42477178)the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant No.2023YFC3709600)the Primary Research and Development Plan of Anhui Province(Grant No.2023t07020018).
摘要Acid mine drainage(AMD)leachate is a global pollutant issue that impacts groundwater environment quality.This study investigated the feasibility of a composite biopolymer-amended bentonite as a geosynthetic clay liner core material to contain AMD leachate.The real AMD leachate with a pH of 3.1,sourced from an acidic pyrite tailings site,was employed as a specific test leachate used in this study.The composite biopolymer was composed of welan gum(WG)and xanthan gum(XG)at different dry weight-based ratios.Modified fluid loss(MFL)tests were conducted to evaluate hydraulic conductivity(k)of bentonites to optimize WG:XG ratio.Rheological properties of biopolymer solutions were measured,serving as indicative parameters of biopolymer elution.The results indicated biopolymer-amended bentonites with the WG:XG ratio of 8:2 possessed lowest k(1.5×10−11m/s to 7.2×10−11m/s),lower than unamended bentonite(1.2×10−10m/s to 8.6×10−10m/s)in the AMD leachate condition.In addition,biopolymer solutions with WG:XG ratio of 8:2 exhibited highest viscosity.Thermogravimetric analysis,ultraviolet–visible spectroscopy,and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy were conducted on the composite biopolymer,revealing that WG and XG interacted via physical cross-linking.Additionally,scanning electron microscopy and atomic force microscopy images indicated that a physical cross-linking and dense network structure conformation was developed in the composite biopolymer hydrogel at the WG:XG ratio of 8:2.The results demonstrate that the composite biopolymer is a promising low-carbon amendment material for enhancing containment performance of bentonite used in geosynthetic clay liners to contain AMD leachate.
基金the financial support provide by the Major Science and Technology Project of CNOOC(grant No.KJGG2022-0905).
摘要Long-term water flooding(LTWF)is an efficient way to improve oil recovery(EOR)in carbonate reservoirs in the Middle East.Due to the complex depositional environment and intricate pore-throat structures of carbonate reservoirs,the development characteristics differ significantly from those of conventional sandstone reservoirs.While the mechanisms of LTWF in carbonate reservoirs are well-documented,there remains a significant gap in understanding the microscopic pore-scale displacement characteristics and the dynamic evolution of residual oil.To address this,nuclear magnetic resonance(NMR)and computed tomography(CT)scanning techniques were employed to investigate the behavior of LTWF across various carbonate rock samples.Initially,NMR technology was utilized to elucidate the pore-throat displacement characteristics at the microscopic level for different core samples under LTWF.Subsequently,CT scanning was applied to explore the dynamic evolution of microscopic residual oil and to categorize the types of residual oil based on their formation mechanisms.We found that LTWF predominantly utilizes oil within microscale pores of 1–10μm and>10μm.As the volumes of injected water increase,there is a noticeable improvement in oil displacement within submicron pores(0.1–1μm).However,residual oil primarily accumulates in nanopores(<0.1μm)and submicron pores.The study identified five distinct types of microscopic residual oil:clustered,throat,droplet,corner adsorbed,and pore lining.Notably,the transformation of residual oil in dolomite cores generally shifts from clustered to throat forms,while in limestone cores,it transitions from clustered to predominantly corner adsorbed and pore lining configurations.This nuanced understanding of oil utilization and residual categories under LTWF offers valuable insights into optimizing EOR strategies in complex carbonate reservoirs.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program(No.2023YFC3705500)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.42177092 and 42407146)+1 种基金the Strategic Priority Research Program of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(No.XDB0760100)China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(No.2024M763207).
摘要Dust particles and their complex interactions with anthropogenic pollutants have caused serious environmental pollution in East Asia.However,there are few observations on the real-time response to the morphological and mixing state changes of individual dust particles.We used a newly developed single-particle optical particle counter(SOPC)for real-time detection of single-particle size and the depolarization ratio(defined as the ratio of the vertical component to the parallel component of backward scattering),combined with an intelligent scanning electron microscope environmental-particle analysis system(IntelliSEM-EPAS),to quantitatively study the evolution process of particle morphology and chemical composition during dust events in March 2023.Fine mode particles dominated the total particle number concentration,with the proportion of sub-1μm particles reaching 90.3%.The depolarization ratio and form factor(single-particle morphology parameters automatically obtained via IntelliSEM-EPAS)of individual fine particles markedly changed(increased from 0.05 to 0.12 and decreased from 0.73 to 0.60,respectively)during the dust events.Further elemental analysis revealed that mixed sulfur-containing particles play a crucial role in the overall morphological changes in fine particles.During the large-scale transmission of dust aerosols,their morphology and mixing state undergo significant changes.Quantitative description of these changes is beneficial for better understanding the uncertainty of the evolution of dust events and model simulations.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China,Grant/Award Numbers:12172230,52422403,U22A20166,52304097National Science and Technology Major Project,Grant/Award Number:2024ZD1003903+2 种基金Department of Science and Technology of Guangdong Province,Grant/Award Number:2019ZT08G315Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation,Grant/Award Numbers:2023A1515012654,2022A1515110030Young Elite Scientists Sponsorship Program by CAST,Grant/Award Number:2023QNRC001。
摘要Understanding the microscopic time-dependent mechanical behavior of shale is critical for assessing macroscopic creep and engineering applications.Grid nanoindentation experiments and nanoindentation creep tests were systematically conducted to investigate microscopic creep behaviors in shale.The indentation creep displacements and creep rates of the shale's soft,intermediate,and hard phases showed the same evolution patterns.The creep deformation was much higher in the soft phase than in the other two phases.However,the difference in the steady-state creep rates between the three mechanical phases was negligible.A linear relationship was observed between the microscopic contact creep modulus and the microscopic Young's modulus,hardness,creep displacement,and creep rate.The primary mechanism of microscopic creep in shale revealed by the creep strain rate sensitivity parameter was the extension and closure of microcracks.The differences in the microscopic creep parameters derived from the experimental data using the deconvolution methods and representative point methods were evaluated,and the applicability of the two methods was described.The performances of commonly used creep models to predict the microscopic creep behaviors were evaluated.The Burgers model provided the best performance in predicting the steady-state creep deformation and creep rate.The ability of the Mori-Tanaka and Voigt-Reuss-Hill models to derive macroscopic parameters from microscopic mechanical parameters was compared.Both methods provided macroscopic Young's modulus values close to the experimental values;however,neither could predict macroscopic creep parameters based on microscopic creep parameters.
基金Funded by the Scientific and Technological Projects of Henan Province(No.252102241018)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52408489)。
摘要To reduce the environmental pollution associated with the construction of asphalt pavements,and to improve the current problems of insufficient stability,durability,and adaptability of cold mix asphalt(CMA),a cold mix emulsified asphalt(CMEA)was prepared by using emulsified asphalt,silane coupling agent,cement,plaster,and mineral powder.The basic properties of CMEA were evaluated through penetration,softening point,and ductility tests.The high-temperature rheological properties of CMEA were analyzed using dynamic shear rheometry(DSR).The microstructure of CMEA was assessed via fluorescence microscopy(FM)and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy(FTIR)tests.Results indicate that the emulsion within the emulsified asphalt can be uniformly distributed in the form of particles,resulting in improved storage stability.Compared to the original emulsified asphalt,the addition of cement,plaster,or a combination of both shows better stability and deformation resistance.The CMEA with both the silane coupling agent and cement exhibits the optimal performance.This study provides new insights for the modification and application of CMA.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.52178361,52178328,and 42377190).
摘要Phosphogypsum,an industrial solid waste,is an effective binder for partially replacing cement in stabilizing dredged sediments.Acid rain,as a worldwide ecological problem,also affects the long-term stability and sustainability of geotechnical materials and structures.However,the research on leaching effects and long-term durability of phosphogypsum-stabilized soils under acid rain conditions is limited and remains a significant challenge for practical applications.This study investigates the leaching effects and long-term durability of phosphogypsum-stabilized soils by simulating acid rain erosion through semi-dynamic leaching tests.Key parameters,including leached Ca2+concentration,leachate pH,and unconfined compressive strength after leaching,were evaluated.Microscopic analyses with X-ray diffraction(XRD)and scanning electron microscopy(SEM)were also conducted to explore the underlying mechanisms.The results indicate that the presence of phosphogypsum in stabilized soil with high water content shows a significant improvement in leaching resistance subjected to acid ions,evidencing a lower Ca2+concentration and pH value in the leachate,and a higher strength after leaching compared to those samples without phosphogypsum.SEM images and XRD analysis revealed that samples with higher phosphogypsum content possess denser structures due to more needle-shaped ettringite and other minerals in the soil matrix,contributing to improved strength and leaching resistance.The enhanced strength and leaching resistance of phosphogypsum-stabilized soil can be attributed to additional gel formation,a rise in swelling potential,ettringite bridging,and a denser microstructure,which reduces Ca2+availability for leaching in acidic environments.
基金Projects(U24A2089,51874207)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProjects(202303201211042,202303011222006)supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Shanxi Province,China。
摘要Hot-stage polarizing microscopy technique was employed to investigate the mesoscopic fracture evolution characteristics of granite throughout the entire process from room temperature to real-time high temperature and then to cooling.The study analyzed the influence of mineral types,temperature,cooling medium,and the heating and cooling progress on the microcrack development in granite.Additionally,the contributions of heating and cooling to the damage of granite were discussed.The research indicates that crack evolution follows a characteristic trend:the number of small cracks increases,and larger cracks form through the coalescence and propagation of smaller ones during heating.The thermal fracture threshold for granite was identified at 300°C.The three main minerals in granite exhibit distinct area change behaviors with temperature.After natural cooling,mineral areas show a slight increase compared to the pre treatment state.Following thermal shock in water,these areas decrease marginally relative to their extent at 600℃yet remain significantly larger values than initial ones.Thermal shock cooling induces more extensive fracturing in granite compared to natural air cooling.Furthermore,the heating process contributes more significantly to the overall damage than the subsequent cooling stage.This study enhances the understanding of mesoscopic evolution in thermal disturbances treated rocks and provides a theoretical basis for assessing rock stability in high-temperature engineering environments.
基金financially supported by the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(Grant No.2024CDJGF‐038)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.52001037 and U21A2048).
摘要Titanium(Ti)-steel composite joints are prone to the formation of compounds such as TiC,TiFe,and TiFe2 during solid‐phase bonding.This phenomenon leads to premature failure and significantly reduces the bonding quality of the joints.However,the fracture behavior of the joint influenced by these compounds,particularly on the initiation of cracks,is yet to be elucidated.Therefore,a comprehensive investigation of the fracture behavior of Ti-steel joints is essential for understanding interfacial failure mechanisms.This paper presents the fabrication of a joint between pure titanium TA2 and 45 steel,prepared through solid‐phase diffusion bonding.The original morphology of the bonding interface was characterized using scanning electron microscopy and transmission electron microscopy.Subsequently,the tensile fracture behavior of the interface was observed in real‐time using an in situ tensile stage within the TEM.The results indicate that a continuous TiC reaction layer formed at the interface during bonding,with the phase composition on either side of the interface beingα‐Fe and TiC at the microscopic scale.In situ tensile results revealed that cracks were found to initiate not at theα‐Fe/TiC interface,but approximately 200 nm from the interface on the steel side.This is attributed to the strain localization in the steel region caused by inconsistent deformation between the two phases.This finding provides theoretical guidance for microstructural design and quality optimization of Ti-steel heterostructures.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.12172179,11472008,11802141,11772160,and U2341244)。
摘要This study investigated the impact fragmentation behavior of projectiles with different yield strengths using 45 steel,35CrMnSiA steel,and T12A steel as core materials.Through experimental and simulation analyses,the fracture mechanisms and damage characteristics of these materials under high strain rate impacts were examined.The results indicated that 45 steel and 35CrMnSiA steel exhibited noticeable ductility,with fracture surfaces showing prominent dimples and shear lips,experiencing significant plastic deformation and necking during impact.In contrast,T12A steel demonstrated brittle behavior,with fracture surfaces characterized by smooth,bright areas and fine radial streaks.In ballistic tests,T12A steel projectiles displayed distinct damage patterns compared to the other two materials due to their brittleness,resulting in shorter residual lengths.The force-time curves obtained from experiments and simulations showed that higher core strength shortened the time to reach peak force and reduced the overall contact duration.However,the high strength of T12A steel was not always associated with higher peak stresses,as its brittle fracture mode led to early instability.Fragment analysis revealed that smaller fragments(<4 mm)primarily originated from the projectile head,while larger fragments came from the tail.Microscopic examination of the fragments revealed a mix of ductile and brittle fracture modes,with different particle sizes exhibiting distinct fracture surface features.Overall,the study provides insights into the impact performance and failure mechanisms of different core materials,highlighting the importance of material properties in determining projectile behavior under high strain rate conditions.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant No.2023YFC3707900)National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.42230710,42525201)Key task project for joint research and development of the Yangtze River Delta Science and Technology Innovation Community(Grant No.2022CSJGG1200).
摘要Microbially induced calcium carbonate precipitation(MICP)is an eco-friendly technology for soil improvement.Although numerous experiments have been conducted to solidify sand foundations using MICP,the mechanisms by which grain interfacial morphologies influencethe MICP process remain unclear.This study utilized 3D-printed flowcells with different boundary morphologies to investigate the effects of interfacial morphologies on the MICP process.CaCO3precipitation characteristics were investigated through microscopic observation and image quantificationanalysis.The results indicate that low flowvelocities near the interface promote bacterial accumulation due to reduced hydrodynamic shear forces.Rough interfaces,compared to smooth ones,enhance bacterial adsorption owing to the larger regions of low flowvelocity,increased surface area,and the formation of local eddies,which promote greater CaCO3precipitation.Compared to the regions away from the interface,a higher abundance of small CaCO3crystals is observed near the interface because of the high urease activity from bacteria and the reduced shear-induced entrainment due to the low flowvelocity.Besides,larger crystals also preferentially precipitate in proximity to interfaces as the low flowvelocity enhances crystal growth according to the particle attachment theory.The presence of rough interfaces further reduces flowvelocities,leading to the precipitation of larger and more densely packed CaCO3crystals.Therefore,rough interfaces promote the microbially induced calcium carbonate precipitation.This work is expected to enhance the understanding of microbially induced calcium carbonate precipitation characteristics on solid surfaces such as soil grains and contribute to the optimization of MICP applications.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.12505350)supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant No.2022YFA1405700)+2 种基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.12375298)the postdoctoral funding from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation program under the Marie Skøodowska-Curie Grant Agreement No.101034266support by the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft(DFG,German Research Foundation)-Project number 277146847-CRC 1238,project B04。
摘要The layered honeycomb magnetα-RuCl3has attracted intense scrutiny as a prime candidate for realizing the Kitaev quantum spin liquid,yet a consensus on its microscopic Hamiltonian remains elusive due to the material's extreme sensitivity to structural details.Here,we report a comprehensive reexamination of the low-temperature crystallographic and magnetic structures of high-qualityα-RuCl3single crystals using unpolarized and polarized neutron diffraction.We confirm a sharp,first-order structural phase transition to the rhombohedral R3 space group with a pronounced thermal hysteresis.Crucially,using both spherical and longitudinal neutron polarization analysis,we determine the 3D orientation of the ordered magnetic moment without the ambiguity typically arising from domain distributions.We find that the Ru3+magnetic moments in the zigzag phase are tilted by 15.7°out of the hexagonal plane and,remarkably,exhibit an additional in-plane twist of-13.8°.This“tilted and twistedžgeometry differentiates the ground state from the previously reported models based on unpolarized neutron diffraction or resonant elastic X-ray scattering(REXS)analysis.
基金funded by the Gansu Key Research and Development Project,China(No.23YFGA0003)the Key Science and Technology Projects of Gansu Province,China(No.22ZD6GB019)+3 种基金the Gansu Provincial Joint Research Fund,China(No.23JRRC0004)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities,China(No.lzujbky-2022-ey15)the Industry Support Plan of Gansu Universities,China(No.2024CYZC-01)the Key Research and Development Project of Jiayuguan City,China(No.24-10)。
摘要The martensite transformation of Co-Cr-Mo alloys during cooling after holding at different austenitization temperatures(Ta),was investigated via high-temperature confocal laser scanning microscopy(HT-CLSM).The martensite starting temperature(Ms)increases with increasing Ta.Martensite area fraction(fM)firstly decreases,then increases,and finally decreases with increasing Ta.Additionally,inverse martensite transformation,grain growth,and σphase decomposition were examined during heating via differential scanning calorimetry and HT-CLSM.The effects of Ta on martensite transformation and phase composition of the alloys were analyzed.Ms and fM were influenced by both grain size and pre-existing martensite at Ta of 900-950℃,grain size alone at 950-1100℃,and both grain size and elemental diffusion at 1100-1200℃.This study will provide basic theoretical guidance for regulating the microstructure and enhancing the mechanical properties of Co-Cr-Mo alloys.
摘要Objectives:Men with obstructive azoospermia(OA)or infertility often require surgical sperm retrieval for assisted reproductive techniques.While sperm can be successfully obtained from either the testis or epididymis in these patients,sperm DNA integrity may differ between retrieval sites,which could influence reproductive outcomes.This study aimed to determine whether bilateral epididymal and/or testicular sperm extraction is necessary in men with OA or infertility and elevated DNA fragmentation index(DFI).Methods:We retrospectively analyzed men who underwent bilateral testicular biopsy and/or microscopic epididymal sperm aspiration(MESA)by a single surgeon from 2020–2022.TUNEL assays were performed to assess DFI(normal≤15%).The primary endpoint of the study was to evaluate the variability in DFI between the right and left testes/epididymis in men undergoing sperm extraction.Results:In total,24 men met criteria to be included in this analysis who underwent sperm extraction with DFI analysis via MESAand/or testicular biopsy.Among patients with OA,testicular sperm demonstrated significantly lower DFI compared to epididymal sperm on both sides(right testis 9.52 vs.right epididymis 17.61,p=0.01;left testis 9.22 vs.left epididymis 14.71,p=0.04).For each individual patient with OA,the mean intra-patient difference in DFI between right and left epididymal sperm was significantly higher than the mean intra-patient difference in DFI between right and left testicular sperm(12.09%±6.58,compared to 2.27%±1.59,p<0.001,respectively).Conclusion:Bilateral epididymal sperm extraction may be warranted in men with OA given the observed intra-patient variability in DNAfragmentation between epididymides.Conversely,bilateral testicular extraction may be unnecessary,as no significant difference in DNA fragmentation variability was observed between sperm retrieved from either testicle.
基金support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.42107193,42077245)supported by the Sichuan Science and Technology Program(2025YFNH0008,2025YFNH0004)+1 种基金the State Key Laboratory of Geohazard Prevention and Geoenvironment Protection Independent Research Project(SKLGP2023Z006)the Everest Scientific Research Program 2.0:Research on mechanism and control of glacial lake outburst chain catastrophe in Qinghai-Xizang Plateau based on man-earth coordination perspective.
摘要To investigate the strength degradation characteristics and microscopic damage mechanisms of moraine soil under hydro-thermo-mechanical coupling conditions,a series of X-ray Diffraction(XRD),standard triaxial testing,Scanning Electron Microscopy(SEM),and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance(NMR)experiments were conducted.The mechanical property degradation laws and evolution characteristics of the microscopic pore structure of moraine soil under Freeze-Thaw(F-T)conditions were revealed.After F-T cycles,the stress-strain curves of moraine soil showed a strain-softening trend.In the early stage of F-T cycles(0–5 cycles),the shear strength and elastic modulus exhibited damage rate of approximately 10.33%±0.8%and 16.60%±1.2%,respectively.In the later stage(10–20 cycles),the strength parameters fluctuated slightly and tended to stabilize.The number of F-T cycles was negatively exponentially correlated with cohesion,while showing only slight fluctuation in the internal friction angle,thereby extending the Mohr-Coulomb strength criterion for moraine soil under F-T cycles.The NMR experiments quantitatively characterized the evolution of the internal pore structure of moraine soil under F-T cycles.As the number of F-T cycles increased,fine and micro pores gradually expanded and merged due to the frost-heaving effect during the water-ice phase transition,forming larger pores.The proportion of large and medium pores increased to 59.55%±2.1%(N=20),while that of fine and micro pores decreased to 40.45%±2.1%(N=20).The evolution of pore structure characteristics was essentially completed in the later stage of F-T cycles(10–20 cycles).This study provides a theoretical foundation and technical support for major engineering construction and disaster prevention in the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau.
基金supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52178369)Excellent Youth Fund of Henan Natural Science Foundation(No.232300421069)+1 种基金Program for Science and Technology Innovation Talents in Universities of Henan Province(No.24HASTIT014)Central Plains Science and Technology Innovation Leader Project(No.234200510014).
摘要Soil-structural interfaces,such as those between foundations,tunnels,retaining walls,and slopes,serve as critical zones for stress and deformation transfer in geotechnical systems.Although extensive research exists on two-dimensional interface mechanics,the zonal characteristics,non-coaxial behavior,and reversible volumetric deformation mechanisms under three-dimensional(3D)loading remain poorly understood.To address this gap,a series of discrete element method(DEM)simulations focused on the phase-dependent response of shear stress,normal displacement,and microstructural interactions were conducted in this study.The influence of the tangential displacement phase difference Dpon the 3D cyclic shear behavior of gravel-structure interfaces under circular shear paths was investigated based on DEM.The controlling role of shear path geometry in governing non-coaxial behavior and reversible volumetric deformation is explicitly revealed.Specifically,it is demonstrated that stable,hysteretic stress-displacement loops with minimal volumetric hysteresis are promoted by circular shear paths(Dp=π/2,3π/2),whereas abrupt stress reversals and amplified dilatancy-recompression cycles are induced by bidirectional linear paths(Dp=π,2π).Furthermore,periodic oscillations of non-coaxial angles(α3)are observed,transitioning from 90°under pure rotation to peak fluctuations exceeding 30°under phase-shifted shear.These mechanistic understandings are highlighted as being crucial for the advancement of 3D interface constitutive models.