2025 October - 119 articles
SPCEs are crucial for electrochemical sensing because of their portability, low cost, disposability, and ease of mass production. This study details their manufacture, surface modifications, electrochemical characterization, and use in chemical and b...
Beta-gallium oxide (β-Ga2O3) is a semiconductor with an ultra-wide bandgap, high optical transparency, and excellent electrical properties, which can be finely tuned for a wide range of electronic devices. This study optimized the process condit...
Due to their low elasticity modulus, significant fatigue strength, and good formability, titanium and titanium alloys have shown a continuous growth trend in various fields of application. However, the passivation film on the surface of titanium and...
The development of high-speed computers and electronic memories, high-frequency communication networks, electroluminescent and photovoltaic devices, flexible displays, and more requires new materials with unique properties, such as a low dielectric c...
Palm-leaf manuscripts (PLMs) represent a significant component of cultural heritage as a medium for information recording. However, the inherent fragility of these organic materials presents a major challenge for their long-term preservation. Therefo...
Rejuvenating aged asphalt is critical for sustainable road construction and resource utilization. This paper systematically reviews the current research on rejuvenators, focusing on their classification and the micro-, and macro-properties of rejuven...
NiTi alloys are widely used in biomedical applications due to their shape memory and superelastic properties. However, their surface reactivity requires protective, biofunctional coatings. To enhance NiTi performance, its surface was modified with an...
Reactive co-sputtering was applied to deposit TaN-(Ag,Cu) nanocomposite films on Si and tool steels. Prior to post-deposition annealing, the films were deposited with TaN cap (diffusion barrier) layers in various thicknesses in order to slow down the...
In this study, barium-doped lanthanum copper oxide (LaCuO) thin films were deposited onto quartz glass substrates using a radio frequency (RF) magnetron sputtering system. The deposited films were subsequently subjected to a selenization annealing pr...
Yangjiatang Village traces its origins to the late Ming and early Qing dynasties. It has evolved over more than 400 years of history. There are 78 rammed-earth buildings left, making it one of the most complete and largest rammed-earth building compl...
In the previous research that aimed to enhance the toughness and tribological properties of silicon nitride ceramics, a lignin precursor was added to the ceramic matrix, which achieved conversion through pyrolysis and sintering, resulting in a silico...
In this work, diamond/Si heterojunctions were fabricated by synthesizing a diamond layer directly on a monocrystalline n-type Si substrate. The diamond layers were characterized using micro-Raman spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and...
Multilayer heterostructures of [(BiFeO3)m/(SrTiO3)n]p were synthesized on ITO-coated quartz substrates via pulsed laser deposition, with varying thickness ratios (r = n/m) and periodicities (p = 1–3). Structural, electrical, and piezoelectric p...
This study systematically evaluates the influence of the recycled coarse aggregate (RCA) replacement rate and the number of freeze–thaw cycles (FTCs) on the frost damage of recycled aggregate concrete (RAC) through rapid freeze–thaw tests...
The use of molybdenum-based alloys as materials for components operating under high temperatures and significant mechanical loads is widely recognized due to their excellent mechanical properties. However, their low high-temperature resistance remain...
Magnesium alloy represents a typical category of biodegradable medical materials. However, the poor corrosion resistance and rapid degradation have significantly hindered the clinical adoption of magnesium alloy implants. This paper puts forward a me...
The durability of cement-based materials can be reduced by the invasion of water and ions from external environments. This can be alleviated by reducing the surface wettability. To evaluate the anti-wetting performances of different graphene-based ma...
Yttria-stabilized zirconia(YSZ) was introduced into the Al2O3-TiO2-CeO2 coating prepared by plasma spraying to improve the wear resistance of the coating and prolong the service life of the weathering steel. The nano-agglomerated powder was prepared...
Gypsum mortar is widely used in structures of architectural heritage. However, due to the high solubility of gypsum in water, it is easily destroyed by water erosion in outdoor environments, leading to the instability or even failure of the ancient b...
Two gold-decorated wooden sculptures of Qing Dynasty collected in Qianjiang Cultural Administration Institute, Chongqing, China, holds significant cultural value. Although in appearance they were preserved completely, the wooden bodies exhibited a ce...
In order to improve the wear resistance of H13 hot work die steel, high-entropy alloy composite coatings were prepared by laser cladding technology and were subsequently subjected to ultrasonic rolling. The results showed that after ultrasonic rollin...
In this study, to address the problems of fading and cracking of ancient architectural paintings caused by environmental aging, a weather-resistant nano-coating material was prepared using self-made nano-zinc oxide as the UV agent and water-based flu...
Multifunctional coatings integrating high transparency, thermal insulation, and self-cleaning properties are critically needed for optical devices and energy-saving applications, yet simultaneously optimizing these functions remains challenging due t...
Al-SiC composite coatings were successfully fabricated through the process of electrodeposition utilizing an AlCl3-LiAlH4-benzene-THF system. This method allows for the incorporation of silicon carbide (SiC) particles into the aluminum matrix, enhanc...
This article conducts intermittent tensile deformation on 304 stainless steel; observes the microstructure, mechanical properties, and corrosion performance evolution of stainless steel under different deformation conditions; and reveals its mechanis...
The influence of cold rolling deformation degree (15%, 30%, 45%, 60%, 75%, and 90%) on the microstructural evolution and the mechanical properties of type 347H austenitic heat-resistant steel was investigated using optical microscopy, X-ray diffracti...
Fujian Tulou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is highly vulnerable to environmental and anthropogenic stresses, with its earthen walls prone to surface cracking that threatens both structural stability and cultural value. Traditional manual inspection...
This study focuses on the characterization of MoN thin films deposited by the direct current magnetron sputtering (dcMS), mid-frequency magnetron sputtering (mfMS), and inductively coupled plasma magnetron sputtering (ICPMS) methods. Two mixed metall...
To address the challenge of long-term stiffness retention of subgrades in humid–hot climates, this study evaluates expansive soil stabilized with construction and demolition waste (CDW), focusing on the resilient modulus (Mr) under coupled stre...
The diameter of basalt fiber influences the reinforcement of basalt fiber asphalt mixtures. However, the performance evaluation and mechanistic analysis of asphalt mixtures reinforced with varying fiber diameters have been insufficiently studied. AC-...
Water walls in power plant boilers are prone to failure under extreme conditions involving high temperature, corrosion, and wear, which severely threaten unit reliability and operational economy. In this work, a NiCr-Cr3C2 protective coating was depo...
In this study, the distribution of the acoustic pressure field and cavitation threshold region in Al alloy casting under two five-source ultrasound arrangements (A and B) is investigated, aiming to optimize the five-source ultrasound configuration to...
To improve the dry-machining performance of a traditional-coated cemented carbide tool when cutting the laser-clad Cr-Ni-based steel, TiN/DLC multilayer coatings were fabricated using physical vapor deposition (PVD). The coated tools were tested for...
Lithium-ion batteries are widely used in energy storage and power systems due to their high energy density, long cycle life, and stability. Accurate prediction of the state of health (SOH) of batteries is critical to ensuring their safe and reliable...
In industrial bamboo machining, the suboptimal selection of cutting parameters leads to elevated cutting power and increased surface roughness. To enhance the machinability of bamboo, a multi-objective optimization of cutting parameters was conducted...
To meet gas turbines’ growing demand for high-performance thermal barrier coatings (TBCs), this study addresses the limitations of traditional single-layer 8% Y2O3-stabilized ZrO2 (YSZ) coatings in high-temperature corrosive environments. Atmos...
Low-Salinity Water Flooding (LSWF) has gained attention for its cost-effectiveness and environmental advantages, yet its underlying mechanisms remain not fully understood. Oil recovery in LSWF is primarily governed by interfacial dynamics and formati...
Thermal barrier coatings (TBCs) extend gas-turbine blade lifetime by improving high-temperature oxidation resistance and mechanical performance. We investigated the microstructural evolution, TGO growth, and Al depletion in air-plasma-sprayed (APS) s...
In this paper, the austenite grains growth behavior in the austenitizing process of Nb–Ti micro-alloyed medium manganese steel was studied through in situ observation by high temperature laser confocal microscope. The results show that the aver...
Titanium and its alloys are widely used in biomedical implants due to their favorable mechanical properties and corrosion resistance; however, their natural surface lacks sufficient bioactivity and antibacterial performance. Micro-arc oxidation is a...
To overcome the limitations of conventional high-viscosity high-elasticity modified asphalt, including high production costs, phase separation, and thermal degradation, this study introduces a novel fast melting Styrene-Butadiene-Styrene modifier (SB...
Investigating the relationship between coating structure and thermal stress is crucial for improving the service performance of double-ceramic-layer (DCL) thermal barrier coatings (TBCs). This study systematically examines a DCL TBC comprising a Gd2O...
Red bricks serve as an important material for load-bearing or enclosing structures in traditional architecture and are widely used in construction projects both domestically and internationally. Fujian red bricks, due to geographical, trade, and immi...
The cold-rolled 2024 aluminum alloy sheets were subjected to solution treatments at different temperatures followed by artificial aging. The microstructure and mechanical properties were investigated using Vickers microhardness testing, tensile testi...
This work reviews percolation-related phenomena in porous organosilica glass (OSG) low-k dielectrics and their critical impact on mass transport, electrical conductivity, mechanical integrity, and dielectric breakdown. We discuss how leakage current...
The nominal compositions of Fe65Co10−xNi10−xCr15Si2x (x = 1, 2, and 3 at.%) medium-entropy alloys (MEAs) were designed and fabricated by vacuum arc melting. Their microstructure, hardness, and mechanical properties were systematically cha...
Diamond-like carbon (DLC) films are valued for their high hardness and wear resistance, but their application in harsh environments is limited by high internal stress and poor corrosion resistance. Co-doping with transition metals offers a promising...
Cu2S has wide-ranging applications in the energy field, particularly as electrode materials and components of energy storage devices. However, the migration of copper ions is prone to component segregation and copper precipitation, impairing long-ter...
The adsorption of organic substances on the surface of silver is a crucial method for the anti-tarnish treatment of silver, and thiol organic substances have a significant protective effect on silver. Through quantum chemical calculations and molecul...
Columnar-structured thermal barrier coatings deposited via the suspension plasma spray process have attracted significant attention due to their long thermal cycling life and high cost-effectiveness. In this work, the effects of suspension properties...
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