The dynamic responses and generated voltage in a curved sandwich beam with glass reinforced laminate(GRL)layers and a pliable core in the presence of a piezoelectric layer under low-velocity impact(LVI)are investigate...The dynamic responses and generated voltage in a curved sandwich beam with glass reinforced laminate(GRL)layers and a pliable core in the presence of a piezoelectric layer under low-velocity impact(LVI)are investigated.The current study aims to carry out a dynamic analysis on the sandwich beam when the impactor hits the top face sheet with an initial velocity.For the layer analysis,the high-order shear deformation theory(HSDT)and Frostig's second model for the displacement fields of the core layer are used.The classical non-adhesive elastic contact theory and Hunter's principle are used to calculate the dynamic responses in terms of time.In order to validate the analytical method,the outcomes of the current investigation are compared with those gained by the experimental tests carried out by other researchers for a rectangular composite plate subject to the LVI.Finite element(FE)simulations are conducted by means of the ABAQUS software.The effects of the parameters such as foam modulus,layer material,fiber angle,impactor mass,and its velocity on the generated voltage are reviewed.展开更多
One hallmark of glasses is the existence of excess vibrational modes at low frequenciesωbeyond Debye’s prediction.Numerous studies suggest that understanding low-frequency excess vibrations could help gain insight i...One hallmark of glasses is the existence of excess vibrational modes at low frequenciesωbeyond Debye’s prediction.Numerous studies suggest that understanding low-frequency excess vibrations could help gain insight into the anomalous mechanical and thermodynamic properties of glasses.However,there is still intensive debate as to the frequency dependence of the population of low-frequency excess vibrations.In particular,excess modes could hybridize with phonon-like modes and the density of hybridized excess modes has been reported to follow D_(exc)(ω)~ω^(2)in 2D glasses with an inverse power law potential.Yet,the universality of the quadratic scaling remains unknown,since recent work suggested that interaction potentials could influence the scaling of the vibrational spectrum.Here,we extend the universality of the quadratic scaling for hybridized excess modes in 2D to glasses with potentials ranging from the purely repulsive soft-core interaction to the hard-core one with both repulsion and attraction as well as to glasses with significant differences in density or interparticle repulsion.Moreover,we observe that the number of hybridized excess modes exhibits a decrease in glasses with higher density or steeper interparticle repulsion,which is accompanied by a suppression of the strength of the sound attenuation.Our results indicate that the density bears some resemblance to the repulsive steepness of the interaction in influencing low-frequency properties.展开更多
On July 24, 2013, a low-E coated glass project of Xianyang Co., Ltd. of Taiwanglass Group with a daily capacity of 1.2 thousand tons was started to be built, meanwhile a float glass production line was put into produc...On July 24, 2013, a low-E coated glass project of Xianyang Co., Ltd. of Taiwanglass Group with a daily capacity of 1.2 thousand tons was started to be built, meanwhile a float glass production line was put into production. The float glass line with CNY 1.5 billion of investment was built in July, 2008. Total investment of phase I of the Iow-E coated glass project was CNY one billion. The annual production value of the proiect can reach CNY one billion after completion of the whole project.展开更多
To analyze the impact of bubbles on the mechanical behavior of glasses,by controlling the refining time,we prepared three borosilicate glasses with the same composition and different porosity.By the analysis software ...To analyze the impact of bubbles on the mechanical behavior of glasses,by controlling the refining time,we prepared three borosilicate glasses with the same composition and different porosity.By the analysis software integrated within the optical microscope,the diameter and number of the bubbles on the surface of three borosilicate glasses were quantified.From the hardness and crack initiation resistance(CR),we built the relationship between the porosity and the mechanical performance of these borosilicate glasses.展开更多
The glass-forming ability(GFA)of metallic glasses is a key scientific challenge in their development and application,with compositional dependence playing a crucial role.Experimental studies have demonstrated that the...The glass-forming ability(GFA)of metallic glasses is a key scientific challenge in their development and application,with compositional dependence playing a crucial role.Experimental studies have demonstrated that the addition of specific minor elements can greatly enhance the GFA of parent alloys,yet the underlying mechanism remains unclear.In this study,we use the ZrCuAl system as a model to explore how the addition of minor Al influences the crystallization rate by modulating the properties of the crystal-liquid interface,thereby affecting the GFA.The results reveal that the minor addition of Al significantly reduces the crystal growth rate,a phenomenon not governed by particle density fluctuations at the interface.The impact of minor element additions extends beyond a modest increase in crystal-unfavorable motifs in the bulk supercooled liquid.More importantly,it leads to a significant enrichment of these motifs at the crystal-supercooled liquid interface,forming a dense topological network of crystal-unfavorable structures that effectively prevent the growth of the crystalline interface and enhance GFA.Our results provide valuable insights for the design and development of high-performance metallic glasses.展开更多
Mullite-silica rich glass(MSRG)composites are a more efficient material than chamotte for industrial utilization of clay in refractory applications.The properties of the MSRG composites depend on the amount and compos...Mullite-silica rich glass(MSRG)composites are a more efficient material than chamotte for industrial utilization of clay in refractory applications.The properties of the MSRG composites depend on the amount and composition of the mulite and glass phases,which are related to the chemical composition of the MSRG composites based on clay.In the present work,the relationship between the phase and the chemical composition of the MSRG composites,and the effects of the chemical composition of the glass phase on the viscosity and coefficient of thermal expansion(CTE)of the glass phase were discussed on the basis of the measurements on 17 MSRG composite samples produced from clay.It is found that the Al_(2)O_(3)/SiO_(2) ratio(AS ratio)in clay strongly affects the amount of the mullite and glass phases in the MSRG composites,and the distributions of SiO_(2),TiO_(2)and Al_(2)O_(3) contents in the mullite and glass phases.With the increase of the A/S ratio of clay,the mullite content increases but the the glass phase content decreases in the MSRG composites.The viscosity and CTE of the glass phase depend on its A/S ratio and the amount of impurity oxides.When the A/S ratio in the glass phase is less than 0.15,the viscosity of the liquid formed by the melting of the glass phase at elevated temperatures rapidly increases with the decrease in the A/S ratio.The CTE of the glass phase depends on the contents of Si0_(2)and(K_(2)O+Na_(2)O).展开更多
Three-dimensional(3D)imaging technology holds immense potential across various high-tech applications;however,current display technologies are hindered by limitations such as restricted viewing angles,cumbersome headg...Three-dimensional(3D)imaging technology holds immense potential across various high-tech applications;however,current display technologies are hindered by limitations such as restricted viewing angles,cumbersome headgear,and limited multi-user accessibility.To address these challenges,researchers are actively exploring new materials and techniques for 3D imaging.Laser-based volumetric displays(VDs)offer a promising solution;nonetheless,existing screen materials fall short in meeting key requirements for long-term durability,full-color operation,and scalability.In this study,we present a comprehensive investigation into easily scalable rare-earth(RE^(3+))doped monolithic glasses(RE=Ho,Tm,Nd,Yb)capable of tunable full-color emission using a novel excitation modulation technique under 808 nm and 980 nm laser excitation and demonstrate their implementation as laser-based VD materials through prototyping.By controlling the movement of lasers'pulses and galvanometer mirrors with waveform generators,our system generates images in simple and complex shapes with high purity red,green,and blue(RGB)colors.These images can be manipulated,including actions like translation,rotation,expansion,and sequential movement within the monolithic glass screen material.Our findings showcase the potential of glass-based dynamic VDs in revolutionizing display technology,offering superior color purity,vividness,and performance in comparison to conventional display systems.展开更多
Glass is one of the most significant synthetic materials in human history.During the early Iron Age,the Mediterranean became famous for natron soda-lime glass(m-Na-Ca)with low levels of magnesium and potassium.In cont...Glass is one of the most significant synthetic materials in human history.During the early Iron Age,the Mediterranean became famous for natron soda-lime glass(m-Na-Ca)with low levels of magnesium and potassium.In contrast,Mesopotamia gained renown for plant ash soda-lime glass(v-Na-Ca).South and Southeast Asia were celebrated for mineral soda-alumina glass(m-Na-Al)and mineral potash glass,whereas China was wellknown for its expertise in crafting lead-barium glass and mineral potash glass.展开更多
Full-colour tuning in rare-earth doped monolithic tellurite glass is realised via excitation pulse modulation,enabling a novel platform for laser-based transparent displays.This advancement demonstrates the potential ...Full-colour tuning in rare-earth doped monolithic tellurite glass is realised via excitation pulse modulation,enabling a novel platform for laser-based transparent displays.This advancement demonstrates the potential of upconversion emission for future display technologies.展开更多
Superhydrophobic glass has inspiring development prospects in endoscopes,solar panels and other engineering and medical fields.However,the surface topography required to achieve superhydrophobicity will inevitably aff...Superhydrophobic glass has inspiring development prospects in endoscopes,solar panels and other engineering and medical fields.However,the surface topography required to achieve superhydrophobicity will inevitably affect the surface transparency and limit the application of glass materials.To resolve the contradiction between the surface transparency and the robust superhydrophobicity,an efficient and low-cost laser-chemical surface functionalization process was utilized to fabricate superhydrophobic glass surface.The results show that the air can be effectively trapped in surface micro/nanostructure induced by laser texturing,thus reducing the solid-liquid contact area and interfacial tension.The deposition of hydrophobic carbon-containing groups on the surface can be accelerated by chemical treatment,and the surface energy is significantly reduced.The glass surface exhibits marvelous robust superhydrophobicity with a contact angle of 155.8°and a roll-off angle of 7.2°under the combination of hierarchical micro/nanostructure and low surface energy.Moreover,the surface transparency of the prepared superhydrophobic glass was only 5.42%lower than that of the untreated surface.This superhydrophobic glass with high transparency still maintains excellent superhydrophobicity after durability and stability tests.The facile fabrication of superhydrophobic glass with high transparency and robustness provides a strong reference for further expanding the application value of glass materials.展开更多
The low-melting glass of Bi2O_(3)-B2O_(3)-SiO_(2)(BiBSi)system was used for the first time for laser sealing of vacuum glazing.Under the condition of constant boron content,how the structure and properties vary with B...The low-melting glass of Bi2O_(3)-B2O_(3)-SiO_(2)(BiBSi)system was used for the first time for laser sealing of vacuum glazing.Under the condition of constant boron content,how the structure and properties vary with Bi/Si ratio in low-melting glass was investigated.In addition,the relationships between laser power,low-melting glass solder with different Bi/Si ratios and laser sealing shear strength were revealed.The results show that a decrease in the Bi/Si ratio can cause a contraction of the glass network of the low-melting glass,leading to an increase of its characteristic temperature and a decrease of its coefficient of thermal expansion.During laser sealing,the copper ions in the low-melting glass play an endothermic role.A change in the Bi/Si ratio will affect the valence state transition of the copper ions in the low-melting glass.The absorbance of the low-melting glass does not follow the expected correlation with the Bi/Si ratio,but shows a linear correlation with the content of divalent copper ions.The greater the concentration of divalent copper ions,the greater the absorbance of the low-melting glass,and the lower the laser power required for laser sealing.The shear strength of the low melting glass solder after laser sealing was tested,and it was found that the maximum shear strength of Z1 glass sample was the highest up to 2.67 MPa.展开更多
文摘The dynamic responses and generated voltage in a curved sandwich beam with glass reinforced laminate(GRL)layers and a pliable core in the presence of a piezoelectric layer under low-velocity impact(LVI)are investigated.The current study aims to carry out a dynamic analysis on the sandwich beam when the impactor hits the top face sheet with an initial velocity.For the layer analysis,the high-order shear deformation theory(HSDT)and Frostig's second model for the displacement fields of the core layer are used.The classical non-adhesive elastic contact theory and Hunter's principle are used to calculate the dynamic responses in terms of time.In order to validate the analytical method,the outcomes of the current investigation are compared with those gained by the experimental tests carried out by other researchers for a rectangular composite plate subject to the LVI.Finite element(FE)simulations are conducted by means of the ABAQUS software.The effects of the parameters such as foam modulus,layer material,fiber angle,impactor mass,and its velocity on the generated voltage are reviewed.
基金Project supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.12374202 and 12004001)Anhui Projects(Grant Nos.2022AH020009,S020218016,and Z010118169)+1 种基金Hefei City(Grant No.Z020132009)Anhui University(start-up fund)。
文摘One hallmark of glasses is the existence of excess vibrational modes at low frequenciesωbeyond Debye’s prediction.Numerous studies suggest that understanding low-frequency excess vibrations could help gain insight into the anomalous mechanical and thermodynamic properties of glasses.However,there is still intensive debate as to the frequency dependence of the population of low-frequency excess vibrations.In particular,excess modes could hybridize with phonon-like modes and the density of hybridized excess modes has been reported to follow D_(exc)(ω)~ω^(2)in 2D glasses with an inverse power law potential.Yet,the universality of the quadratic scaling remains unknown,since recent work suggested that interaction potentials could influence the scaling of the vibrational spectrum.Here,we extend the universality of the quadratic scaling for hybridized excess modes in 2D to glasses with potentials ranging from the purely repulsive soft-core interaction to the hard-core one with both repulsion and attraction as well as to glasses with significant differences in density or interparticle repulsion.Moreover,we observe that the number of hybridized excess modes exhibits a decrease in glasses with higher density or steeper interparticle repulsion,which is accompanied by a suppression of the strength of the sound attenuation.Our results indicate that the density bears some resemblance to the repulsive steepness of the interaction in influencing low-frequency properties.
文摘On July 24, 2013, a low-E coated glass project of Xianyang Co., Ltd. of Taiwanglass Group with a daily capacity of 1.2 thousand tons was started to be built, meanwhile a float glass production line was put into production. The float glass line with CNY 1.5 billion of investment was built in July, 2008. Total investment of phase I of the Iow-E coated glass project was CNY one billion. The annual production value of the proiect can reach CNY one billion after completion of the whole project.
基金Funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52172007)。
文摘To analyze the impact of bubbles on the mechanical behavior of glasses,by controlling the refining time,we prepared three borosilicate glasses with the same composition and different porosity.By the analysis software integrated within the optical microscope,the diameter and number of the bubbles on the surface of three borosilicate glasses were quantified.From the hardness and crack initiation resistance(CR),we built the relationship between the porosity and the mechanical performance of these borosilicate glasses.
基金Project supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.T2325004 and 52161160330)the support from the Hong Kong Institute of Advanced Studies through the materials cluster project。
文摘The glass-forming ability(GFA)of metallic glasses is a key scientific challenge in their development and application,with compositional dependence playing a crucial role.Experimental studies have demonstrated that the addition of specific minor elements can greatly enhance the GFA of parent alloys,yet the underlying mechanism remains unclear.In this study,we use the ZrCuAl system as a model to explore how the addition of minor Al influences the crystallization rate by modulating the properties of the crystal-liquid interface,thereby affecting the GFA.The results reveal that the minor addition of Al significantly reduces the crystal growth rate,a phenomenon not governed by particle density fluctuations at the interface.The impact of minor element additions extends beyond a modest increase in crystal-unfavorable motifs in the bulk supercooled liquid.More importantly,it leads to a significant enrichment of these motifs at the crystal-supercooled liquid interface,forming a dense topological network of crystal-unfavorable structures that effectively prevent the growth of the crystalline interface and enhance GFA.Our results provide valuable insights for the design and development of high-performance metallic glasses.
基金Research Project of Hubei Provincial Department of Science and Technology(Grant no.2024CSA075)Key Project of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.U21A2058)for fnancially supporting this work.
文摘Mullite-silica rich glass(MSRG)composites are a more efficient material than chamotte for industrial utilization of clay in refractory applications.The properties of the MSRG composites depend on the amount and composition of the mulite and glass phases,which are related to the chemical composition of the MSRG composites based on clay.In the present work,the relationship between the phase and the chemical composition of the MSRG composites,and the effects of the chemical composition of the glass phase on the viscosity and coefficient of thermal expansion(CTE)of the glass phase were discussed on the basis of the measurements on 17 MSRG composite samples produced from clay.It is found that the Al_(2)O_(3)/SiO_(2) ratio(AS ratio)in clay strongly affects the amount of the mullite and glass phases in the MSRG composites,and the distributions of SiO_(2),TiO_(2)and Al_(2)O_(3) contents in the mullite and glass phases.With the increase of the A/S ratio of clay,the mullite content increases but the the glass phase content decreases in the MSRG composites.The viscosity and CTE of the glass phase depend on its A/S ratio and the amount of impurity oxides.When the A/S ratio in the glass phase is less than 0.15,the viscosity of the liquid formed by the melting of the glass phase at elevated temperatures rapidly increases with the decrease in the A/S ratio.The CTE of the glass phase depends on the contents of Si0_(2)and(K_(2)O+Na_(2)O).
基金the Scientific&Technological Research Council of Turkey(Tübitak)for the financial support under the project numbered 120N754The work of MirayÇelikbilek Ersundu is also supported by the Turkish Academy of Sciences(TÜBA)under the Outstanding Young Scientists Awards(GEBİP)program.
文摘Three-dimensional(3D)imaging technology holds immense potential across various high-tech applications;however,current display technologies are hindered by limitations such as restricted viewing angles,cumbersome headgear,and limited multi-user accessibility.To address these challenges,researchers are actively exploring new materials and techniques for 3D imaging.Laser-based volumetric displays(VDs)offer a promising solution;nonetheless,existing screen materials fall short in meeting key requirements for long-term durability,full-color operation,and scalability.In this study,we present a comprehensive investigation into easily scalable rare-earth(RE^(3+))doped monolithic glasses(RE=Ho,Tm,Nd,Yb)capable of tunable full-color emission using a novel excitation modulation technique under 808 nm and 980 nm laser excitation and demonstrate their implementation as laser-based VD materials through prototyping.By controlling the movement of lasers'pulses and galvanometer mirrors with waveform generators,our system generates images in simple and complex shapes with high purity red,green,and blue(RGB)colors.These images can be manipulated,including actions like translation,rotation,expansion,and sequential movement within the monolithic glass screen material.Our findings showcase the potential of glass-based dynamic VDs in revolutionizing display technology,offering superior color purity,vividness,and performance in comparison to conventional display systems.
基金supported by the National Development Project of Significant Scientific Instruments in China(2014YQ240445)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities。
文摘Glass is one of the most significant synthetic materials in human history.During the early Iron Age,the Mediterranean became famous for natron soda-lime glass(m-Na-Ca)with low levels of magnesium and potassium.In contrast,Mesopotamia gained renown for plant ash soda-lime glass(v-Na-Ca).South and Southeast Asia were celebrated for mineral soda-alumina glass(m-Na-Al)and mineral potash glass,whereas China was wellknown for its expertise in crafting lead-barium glass and mineral potash glass.
文摘Full-colour tuning in rare-earth doped monolithic tellurite glass is realised via excitation pulse modulation,enabling a novel platform for laser-based transparent displays.This advancement demonstrates the potential of upconversion emission for future display technologies.
基金Projects(52105175,52305149)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProject(2242024RCB0035)supported by the Zhishan Young Scholar Program of Southeast University,China+5 种基金Project(BK20210235)supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province,ChinaProject(2023MK042)supported by the State Administration for Market Regulation,ChinaProject(KJ2023003)supported by the Jiangsu Administration for Market Regulation,ChinaProjects(KJ(Y)202429,KJ(YJ)2023001)supported by the Jiangsu Province Special Equipment Safety Supervision Inspection Institute,ChinaProject(JSSCBS20210121)supported by the Jiangsu Provincial Innovative and Entrepreneurial Doctor Program,ChinaProject(1102002310)supported by the Technology Innovation Project for Returnees in Nanjing,China。
文摘Superhydrophobic glass has inspiring development prospects in endoscopes,solar panels and other engineering and medical fields.However,the surface topography required to achieve superhydrophobicity will inevitably affect the surface transparency and limit the application of glass materials.To resolve the contradiction between the surface transparency and the robust superhydrophobicity,an efficient and low-cost laser-chemical surface functionalization process was utilized to fabricate superhydrophobic glass surface.The results show that the air can be effectively trapped in surface micro/nanostructure induced by laser texturing,thus reducing the solid-liquid contact area and interfacial tension.The deposition of hydrophobic carbon-containing groups on the surface can be accelerated by chemical treatment,and the surface energy is significantly reduced.The glass surface exhibits marvelous robust superhydrophobicity with a contact angle of 155.8°and a roll-off angle of 7.2°under the combination of hierarchical micro/nanostructure and low surface energy.Moreover,the surface transparency of the prepared superhydrophobic glass was only 5.42%lower than that of the untreated surface.This superhydrophobic glass with high transparency still maintains excellent superhydrophobicity after durability and stability tests.The facile fabrication of superhydrophobic glass with high transparency and robustness provides a strong reference for further expanding the application value of glass materials.
基金Funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52472012)Opening Project of State Silica-Based Materials Laboratory of Anhui Province(No.2022KF11)the Research and Development of Glass Powder for Laser Sealing and Its Sealing Technology(No.K24556)。
文摘The low-melting glass of Bi2O_(3)-B2O_(3)-SiO_(2)(BiBSi)system was used for the first time for laser sealing of vacuum glazing.Under the condition of constant boron content,how the structure and properties vary with Bi/Si ratio in low-melting glass was investigated.In addition,the relationships between laser power,low-melting glass solder with different Bi/Si ratios and laser sealing shear strength were revealed.The results show that a decrease in the Bi/Si ratio can cause a contraction of the glass network of the low-melting glass,leading to an increase of its characteristic temperature and a decrease of its coefficient of thermal expansion.During laser sealing,the copper ions in the low-melting glass play an endothermic role.A change in the Bi/Si ratio will affect the valence state transition of the copper ions in the low-melting glass.The absorbance of the low-melting glass does not follow the expected correlation with the Bi/Si ratio,but shows a linear correlation with the content of divalent copper ions.The greater the concentration of divalent copper ions,the greater the absorbance of the low-melting glass,and the lower the laser power required for laser sealing.The shear strength of the low melting glass solder after laser sealing was tested,and it was found that the maximum shear strength of Z1 glass sample was the highest up to 2.67 MPa.
