Sodium cocoyl glycinate(SCG),an environmentally friendly anionic amino acid surfactant,is widely used in daily chemical products as an upgraded alternative to traditional surfactants.In this study,crude Camellia oleif...Sodium cocoyl glycinate(SCG),an environmentally friendly anionic amino acid surfactant,is widely used in daily chemical products as an upgraded alternative to traditional surfactants.In this study,crude Camellia oleifera saponin(COS)was purified using AB-8 macroporous adsorption resin,and its composition and structure were analyzed.The effects of different mole fractions of COS(αCOS)on surface tension(γ),oil-water interfacial tension(IFT),emulsification,and foam properties of COS-SCG binary mixed systems were investigated in mixtures of SCG with purified COS.The stability ofγand foamability under diverse environmental conditions were also discussed.The results indicated that the COS-SCG system exhibited remarkable surface-active synergism.The minimum critical micelle concentration(cmc)of the mixed system was lower than that of SCG,and adding a small mole fraction of COS(1%-2%)induced a synergistic reduction ofγ.Specifically,the cmc andγwere 2.50×10-4 mol/L and 23.1 mN/m forαCOS=1%,respectively.The system exhibited exceptional IFT reduction capacity,achieving a minimum value of 1.42 mN/m atαCOS=10%.The mixed system reached a foaming volume(atαCOS=50%)and foam stability(atαCOS=75%)were 51.0 mL and 97.37%,respectively.Microscopic analysis further confirmed these outstanding foam properties.Moreover,the COS-SCG system displayed reducedγwith enhanced foaming volume under elevated temperatures(35-75℃)and salinity(0-20 g/L).However,acidic conditions and hard water compromised bothγstability and foamability.展开更多
Installing the splitter plates is a passive aerodynamic solution for eliminating vortex-induced vibration (VIV). However, the influences of splitter plates on the VIV and aerostatic performances are more complicated d...Installing the splitter plates is a passive aerodynamic solution for eliminating vortex-induced vibration (VIV). However, the influences of splitter plates on the VIV and aerostatic performances are more complicated due to aerodynamic interference between highway and railway decks. To study the effects of splitter plates, wind tunnel experiments for measuring VIV and aerostatic forces of twin decks under two opposite flow directions were conducted, while the surrounding flow and wind pressure of static twin decks with and without splitter plates are numerically simulated. The results showed that the incoming flow direction affects the VIV response and aerostatic coefficients. The highway deck has poor vertical and torsional VIV, and the VIV region and amplitude are different under different directions. While the railway deck only has vertical VIV when located upstream. The splitter plates can impede the process of vortex generation, shedding and impinging at the gap between twin deck, and significantly reducing the surface fluctuating pressure coefficient, thus effectively suppressing the VIV of twin decks. While, the splitter plates hurt the upstream deck regarding static wind stability and have little effect on the downstream deck. The splitter plates of appropriate width are recommended to improve VIV performances in twin parallel bridges.展开更多
Aptamers are a type of single-chain oligonucleotide that can combine with a specific target.Due to their simple preparation,easy modification,stable structure and reusability,aptamers have been widely applied as bioch...Aptamers are a type of single-chain oligonucleotide that can combine with a specific target.Due to their simple preparation,easy modification,stable structure and reusability,aptamers have been widely applied as biochemical sensors for medicine,food safety and environmental monitoring.However,there is little research on aptamer-target binding mechanisms,which limits their application and development.Computational simulation has gained much attention for revealing aptamer-target binding mechanisms at the atomic level.This work summarizes the main simulation methods used in the mechanistic analysis of aptamer-target complexes,the characteristics of binding between aptamers and different targets(metal ions,small organic molecules,biomacromolecules,cells,bacteria and viruses),the types of aptamer-target interactions and the factors influencing their strength.It provides a reference for further use of simulations in understanding aptamer-target binding mechanisms.展开更多
Preparation of high purity ruthenium nitrosyl nitrate using spent Ru-Zn/ZrO_(2)catalyst was studied,including melting and leaching to obtain potassium ruthenate solution,reduction,dissolving,concentrating and drying t...Preparation of high purity ruthenium nitrosyl nitrate using spent Ru-Zn/ZrO_(2)catalyst was studied,including melting and leaching to obtain potassium ruthenate solution,reduction,dissolving,concentrating and drying to obtain ruthenium trichloride,nitrosation and hydrolysis to obtain ruthenium nitrosyl hydroxide,removing of K^(+)and Cl^(-),and neutralization with nitric acid.The effects of temperature,concentration,time and pH on the yield and purity of intermediates and final product were studied,and the optimum process conditions were obtained.The yield of ruthenium nitrosyl nitrate is 92%,the content of ruthenium in high purity product is 32.16%,and the content of Cl^(-)and K^(+)are much less than 0.005%.The reaction kinetics of ruthenium nitrosyl chloride to ruthenium nitrosyl hydroxide was studied.The reaction orders of Ru(NO)Cl_(3)at 40,55 and 70℃are 0.39,0.37 and 0.39,respectively,while those of KOH are 0.16,0.15 and 0.17,respectively.The activation energy is-2.33 k J/mol.展开更多
Many existing studies have considered the factors influencing review helpfulness,mainly focusing on reviewer impact,review informativeness,and managerial response,based on signaling theory.However,previous studies hav...Many existing studies have considered the factors influencing review helpfulness,mainly focusing on reviewer impact,review informativeness,and managerial response,based on signaling theory.However,previous studies have simply regarded these factors as independent signals,thus ignoring their in-depth transmission and reception processes.The conclusions about the impact of reviewers on review helpfulness are also inconsistent due to the inaccurate measure-ment of variables.To fill the above gaps,we followed the signaling timeline theoretical framework used in signaling the-ory and employed a bootstrapping analysis to examine how reviewer impact,review informativeness,and hotel manageri-al responses interact to influence review helpfulness.In this study,we used a unique dataset that included official labels from one leading online travel agency.The results show that reviewer impact may affect review helpfulness sequentially through review informativeness and hotel managerial response.Furthermore,by using official labels,both reviewer expert-ise and reviewer experience significantly affect review helpfulness.Finally,we discussed the theoretical and practical im-plications of these findings.展开更多
With the increasing traffic demand, the closely built three or more tunnels with large section play a significant role in the tunnel construction. However, the interaction among tunnels has important influences on the...With the increasing traffic demand, the closely built three or more tunnels with large section play a significant role in the tunnel construction. However, the interaction among tunnels has important influences on the security and economy of tunnel engineering, and the calculation of pressure from the surrounding rock during the excavation is one of the problems that need to be solved urgently. Based on the practical engineering of three tunnels, the load model of three tunnels was proposed in consideration of the interaction and excavation sequence between tunnels. In comparison with the load model of single tunnel, the construction mechanical characteristics of the three tunnels were analyzed. The results show that the rock pressure of three tunnels calculated by the current tunnel design code is not reliable, and the interaction force increases with the spacing between tunnels.展开更多
Recycling end-of-life tire rubber as asphalt modifier is known as a sustainable paving technology with merits including enhanced pavement durability,waste tire consumption and noise reduction.However,the criticisms on...Recycling end-of-life tire rubber as asphalt modifier is known as a sustainable paving technology with merits including enhanced pavement durability,waste tire consumption and noise reduction.However,the criticisms on the high construction emissions of asphalt rubber(AR)have limited its application.Warm mix asphalt(WMA)effectively reduces the mixing and compaction temperatures of conventional hot mix asphalt mixtures.The combination of AR and WMA,called warm asphalt rubber(WAR),is a promising paving material which achieves pavement sustainability from principles to practices.Many studies have demonstrated that WMA technologies work effectively with AR pavement in different ways,alleviating the concerns of potential higher emissions of AR by decreasing mixing and paving temperatures.A comprehensive literature review about WAR brings a better understanding of this promising paving technology.The findings of 165 publications were summarized in this review.It summarized the recent developments of WAR in various aspects,including rheological properties,mix design,mixture mechanical performance,field application,construction emission,and asphalt-rubber-WMA additive interaction.It is expected that this review is able to provide extensive information to explore further research development and application of WAR.展开更多
The adsorption of dedecyltrimethylammoium chloride(DTAC) and hexadecyltrimethylammoium chloride(CTAC) on muscovite mica substrates was examined using atomic force microscopy(AFM). Adsorption morphology images and inte...The adsorption of dedecyltrimethylammoium chloride(DTAC) and hexadecyltrimethylammoium chloride(CTAC) on muscovite mica substrates was examined using atomic force microscopy(AFM). Adsorption morphology images and interaction forces of cationic surfactants at solid-solution interfaces were measured in tapping mode and Pico Force mode, respectively. The images demonstrated that the adsorbed structure was varied by a variety of surfactant concentrations. The adsorbed layer on mica was monolayer at first, and then became bilayer. A striped adsorbed structure was observed in a higher concentration of CTAC,which could not be found in any other concentrations of DTAC. For force measurements, the repulsive force was exponentially decreasing with the concentration increasing till a net attractive force appeared. A largest attractive force could be observed at a certain concentration, which was close to the point of charge neutralization. The results also showed a significant impact of hydrocarbon chain length on adsorption. An adsorption simulation was established to give a clear understanding of the interaction between cationic surfactants and mica.展开更多
The wear rate between the rotors of a hypotrochoidal gear pump is characterized.Using the knowledge of shape design on the rotors,the contact stresses without hydrodynamic effect between the rotor teeth were evaluated...The wear rate between the rotors of a hypotrochoidal gear pump is characterized.Using the knowledge of shape design on the rotors,the contact stresses without hydrodynamic effect between the rotor teeth were evaluated through the calculation of the Hertzian contact stress.Based on the above results and the sliding velocity between the rotors,a genetic algorithm (GA) was used as an optimization technique forminimizing the wear rate proportional factor (WRPF).The result shows that the wear rate or the WRPF can be reduced considerably,e.g.approximately 12.8%,throughout the optimization using GA.展开更多
According to the interaction of three shallow tunnels with large section, the analytical solution to rock pressure has been derived and discussed. The load model is given when the bilateral tunnels are excavated. Acco...According to the interaction of three shallow tunnels with large section, the analytical solution to rock pressure has been derived and discussed. The load model is given when the bilateral tunnels are excavated. According to the model, the stresses of three tunnels and single tunnel are calculated and compared to analyze the distribution characteristics, where the stresses are influenced by controlling factors of clear distance, covering depth and inclination angle of ground surface. The results show that, in general, the bias distribution is more serious. Therefore, it is significant to settle down the load model of three shallow tunnels so as to determine the measure of reinforcement and design the structure of support. The model and results can be used as a theoretical basis in designation and further research of the three shallow tunnels.展开更多
A simplified approach was proposed to analyze the negative skin friction calculation of special-shaped pile considering pile-soil interaction under surcharge. Based on the concentric cylinder shearing theory, consider...A simplified approach was proposed to analyze the negative skin friction calculation of special-shaped pile considering pile-soil interaction under surcharge. Based on the concentric cylinder shearing theory, considering the changes of pile shape(such as, taper angle and diameters of pile base, etc.), the load-transfer of special-shaped pile was built. The accuracy of the developed simplified approach was verified by numerical simulation model with the same condition. Then, the influence factors, such as, taper angles, the diameter of pile base, surcharge, and pile-soil interface parameters were analyzed and discussed. The results show that the developed simplified approach can calculate NSF of special-shaped pile under surcharge effectively. A limited parametric study indicates that in many practical situations special-shaped piles(such as belled wedge pile shown in this work) offer a design option that is more economical than traditional uniform cross-section piles.展开更多
A stratum grouting-soil-structure interaction model which simplified the grouted zone into a series of spherical grout bulbs was established using FLAC3D program. The hypothetical non-uniform expansion process to reac...A stratum grouting-soil-structure interaction model which simplified the grouted zone into a series of spherical grout bulbs was established using FLAC3D program. The hypothetical non-uniform expansion process to reach an assigned volume strain due to soil compression by grouting was achieved by imposing radial velocity on outer mesh nodes of these spheres. This new method avoids the repeated trial calculation needed in the traditional method which applied a fictitious expanding pressure in the grouting element. The deformation and additional internal forces of structure were investigated during each grouting strategy and the influences of various stiffness of grouting proof curtain and bearing capacity of pile tip were discussed simultaneously. The numerical model is proved to be effective to replicate general behavior expected in the field and is capable of modeling the uplifting effect for the surface structure by grouting.展开更多
The effects of CaO content in the range from 0 to 4.0%, and sintering temperature on the phase composition, relative density and electrical conductivity of 10NiO-NiFe2O4 composites doped with CaO were studied. The res...The effects of CaO content in the range from 0 to 4.0%, and sintering temperature on the phase composition, relative density and electrical conductivity of 10NiO-NiFe2O4 composites doped with CaO were studied. The results show that there is no change of structure for NiO or NiFe2O4; there is apparent oxygen absorbing and releasing behavior during the heating process in air for 10NiO-NiFe2O4 composites. Introduction of CaO can accelerate the densification of 10NiO-NiFe2O4 composites. The maximum value of relative density is 98.75% for composite doped with 2.0% CaO and sintered at 1 200 ℃, which is beyond about 20% for the undoped composites. The sintering activated energy of sample containing 2% CaO decreases by 15.87 kJ/mol, compared with that of the undoped sample.展开更多
A detailed analysis of mode II stress intensity factors(SIFs) for the double edge cracked Brazilian disk subjected to different diametral compression is presented using a weight function method. The mode II SIFs at cr...A detailed analysis of mode II stress intensity factors(SIFs) for the double edge cracked Brazilian disk subjected to different diametral compression is presented using a weight function method. The mode II SIFs at crack tips can be obtained by simply calculating an integral of the product of mode II weight function and the shear stress on the prospective crack faces of uncracked disk loaded by a diametral compression. A semi-analytical formula for the calculation of normalized mode II SIF, f _Ⅱ, is derived for different crack lengths (from 0.1 to 0.7) and inclination angles (from 10° to 75°) with respect to loading direction. Comparison between the obtained results and finite element method solutions shows that the weight function method is of high precision. Combined with the authors previous work on mode I fracture analysis, the new specimen geometry can be used to study fracture through any combination of mode I and mode II loading by a simple alignment of the crack relative to the diameter of compression loading, and to obtain pure mode II crack extension. Another advantage of this specimen geometry is that it is available directly from rock core and is also easy to fabricate.展开更多
Based on the nonlinear failure criterion and the upper bound theorem, the modified tangential technique method was proposed to derive the expression of supporting pressure acting on shallow tunnel. Instead of the same...Based on the nonlinear failure criterion and the upper bound theorem, the modified tangential technique method was proposed to derive the expression of supporting pressure acting on shallow tunnel. Instead of the same stress state, different normal stresses on element boundaries were used. In order to investigate the influence of different factors on supporting pressures, the failure mechanism was established. The solution of supporting pressure, with different parameters, was obtained by optimization theory. The corresponding failure mechanism and numerical results were presented. In comparison with the results using the single tangential technique method, it is found that the proposed method is effective, and the good agreement shows that the present solution of supporting pressure is reliable.展开更多
A heavy-haul train-track coupled model is developed. Taking the emergency braking of the 2×104 t combined train as example, the train longitudinal impulse, the coupler dynamic behaviors and wheel-rail interaction...A heavy-haul train-track coupled model is developed. Taking the emergency braking of the 2×104 t combined train as example, the train longitudinal impulse, the coupler dynamic behaviors and wheel-rail interactions of vehicles distributing in the different positions are analyzed. The results indicate that under the coupler compressing forces, the couplers of middle locomotives may tilt to the free swing limits, which induces the unidirectional tilt of their connected wagon couplers. Consequently, the coupler longitudinal forces produce the lateral components, and then affect the wheel-rail dynamic interaction. The performance of the middle locomotive and their neighboring freight wagons deteriorate significantly, becoming the most dangerous parts in the combined train. The wagons disconnecting with the locomotives can basically keep their couplers to stabilize in the centering positions, even though the maximum coupler longitudinal force acts on it. And its corresponding running safety also has little changes.展开更多
The effectiveness of a magnetic ion exchange resin （MIEX） for the treatment of Hongze Lake water in China was evaluated, The kinetics of natural organic matter （NOM） removal at various MIEX doses and contact time,...The effectiveness of a magnetic ion exchange resin （MIEX） for the treatment of Hongze Lake water in China was evaluated, The kinetics of natural organic matter （NOM） removal at various MIEX doses and contact time, multiple-loading experiments, impacts of MIEX prior to coagulation on coagulant demands and the effectiveness of combination of MIEX, pre-chlorination and coagulation were investigated. Kinetic experimental results show that more than 80% UV254 and 67% dissolved organic carbon （DOC） from raw water can be removed by the use of MIEX alone. 94% sulfate, 69% nitrate and 98% bromide removals are obtained after the first use of MIEX in multiple-loading experiments. It is suggested that MIEX can be loaded up to 1 250 bed volume （BV, volume ratio of tested water to resin） or more without saturation when regarding organics removal as a target. MIEX can remove organics to a greater extend than coagulation and lower the coagulant demand when combining with coagulation. Chlorination experimental results show that MIEX can remove 57% chlorine demand and 77% trihalomethane formation potential （THMFP） for raw water. Pre-chlorination followed by MIEX and coagulation can give additional organic and THMFP removals. The results suggest that MIEX provides a new method to solve thc problem algae reproduction.展开更多
Linear failure criterion is widely used in calculation of earth pressure acting on shallow tunnels. However, experimental evidence shows that nonlinear failure criterion is able to represent fairly well the failure of...Linear failure criterion is widely used in calculation of earth pressure acting on shallow tunnels. However, experimental evidence shows that nonlinear failure criterion is able to represent fairly well the failure of almost all types of rocks, A nonlinear Hock-Brown failure criterion is employed to estimate the supporting pressures of shallow tunnels in limit analysis framework. Two failure mechanisms are proposed for calculating the work rate of extemal force and the internal energy dissipation. A tangential line to the nonlinear failure criterion is used to formulate the supporting pressure problem as a nonlinear programming problem. The objective function formulated in this way is minimized with respect to the failure mechanism and the location of tangency point. In order to assess the validity, the supporting pressures for the proposed failure mechanisms are calculated and compared with each other, and the present results are compared with previously published solutions when the nonlinear criterion is reduced to linear criterion. The agreement supports the validity of the proposed failure mechanisms. An experiment is conducted to investigate the influences of the nonlinear criterion on collapse shape and supporting pressures of shallow tunnels.展开更多
Inclusion behavior of oxybutynin （OBN） with hydroxypropyl-β-cyclodextrin （HP-β-CD） was investigated by ultraviolet absorption spectrum and fluorescence spectrum. A reliable determination of the complex stoichiom...Inclusion behavior of oxybutynin （OBN） with hydroxypropyl-β-cyclodextrin （HP-β-CD） was investigated by ultraviolet absorption spectrum and fluorescence spectrum. A reliable determination of the complex stoichiometry was provided by the continuous variation technique. Alcohol was added to further investigate the mechanism of the inclusion behavior. Thermodynamic constants AG, AH and AS for inclusion interaction of OBN and HP-β-CD were determined. The results show that host-guest complex with molar ratio of 1：1 is formed, and inclusion stability constant between OBN and HP-β-CD is 54.9 L/mol determined by ultraviolet spectrum and 11.1 L/mol determined by fluorescence spectrum. OBN has weak binding ability with HP-β-CD in aqueous solution （stability constant 〈102 L/mol） and addition of alcohol leads to a decrease of stability constant, which indicates that the hydrophobic force contributes to the inclusion process. AG, AH and AS are all less than zero, which indicates that the inclusion process is a spontaneous and exothermic process.展开更多
文摘Sodium cocoyl glycinate(SCG),an environmentally friendly anionic amino acid surfactant,is widely used in daily chemical products as an upgraded alternative to traditional surfactants.In this study,crude Camellia oleifera saponin(COS)was purified using AB-8 macroporous adsorption resin,and its composition and structure were analyzed.The effects of different mole fractions of COS(αCOS)on surface tension(γ),oil-water interfacial tension(IFT),emulsification,and foam properties of COS-SCG binary mixed systems were investigated in mixtures of SCG with purified COS.The stability ofγand foamability under diverse environmental conditions were also discussed.The results indicated that the COS-SCG system exhibited remarkable surface-active synergism.The minimum critical micelle concentration(cmc)of the mixed system was lower than that of SCG,and adding a small mole fraction of COS(1%-2%)induced a synergistic reduction ofγ.Specifically,the cmc andγwere 2.50×10-4 mol/L and 23.1 mN/m forαCOS=1%,respectively.The system exhibited exceptional IFT reduction capacity,achieving a minimum value of 1.42 mN/m atαCOS=10%.The mixed system reached a foaming volume(atαCOS=50%)and foam stability(atαCOS=75%)were 51.0 mL and 97.37%,respectively.Microscopic analysis further confirmed these outstanding foam properties.Moreover,the COS-SCG system displayed reducedγwith enhanced foaming volume under elevated temperatures(35-75℃)and salinity(0-20 g/L).However,acidic conditions and hard water compromised bothγstability and foamability.
基金Projects(51925808,52078504,51822803) supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProject(2022JJ10082) supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Hunan Province,China+1 种基金Project(N2022Z004) supported by the Research on Technology Development Trend and Key Common Problems in Railway,ChinaProject(Xplorer Prize 2021) supported by the Tencent Foundation,China。
文摘Installing the splitter plates is a passive aerodynamic solution for eliminating vortex-induced vibration (VIV). However, the influences of splitter plates on the VIV and aerostatic performances are more complicated due to aerodynamic interference between highway and railway decks. To study the effects of splitter plates, wind tunnel experiments for measuring VIV and aerostatic forces of twin decks under two opposite flow directions were conducted, while the surrounding flow and wind pressure of static twin decks with and without splitter plates are numerically simulated. The results showed that the incoming flow direction affects the VIV response and aerostatic coefficients. The highway deck has poor vertical and torsional VIV, and the VIV region and amplitude are different under different directions. While the railway deck only has vertical VIV when located upstream. The splitter plates can impede the process of vortex generation, shedding and impinging at the gap between twin deck, and significantly reducing the surface fluctuating pressure coefficient, thus effectively suppressing the VIV of twin decks. While, the splitter plates hurt the upstream deck regarding static wind stability and have little effect on the downstream deck. The splitter plates of appropriate width are recommended to improve VIV performances in twin parallel bridges.
文摘Aptamers are a type of single-chain oligonucleotide that can combine with a specific target.Due to their simple preparation,easy modification,stable structure and reusability,aptamers have been widely applied as biochemical sensors for medicine,food safety and environmental monitoring.However,there is little research on aptamer-target binding mechanisms,which limits their application and development.Computational simulation has gained much attention for revealing aptamer-target binding mechanisms at the atomic level.This work summarizes the main simulation methods used in the mechanistic analysis of aptamer-target complexes,the characteristics of binding between aptamers and different targets(metal ions,small organic molecules,biomacromolecules,cells,bacteria and viruses),the types of aptamer-target interactions and the factors influencing their strength.It provides a reference for further use of simulations in understanding aptamer-target binding mechanisms.
基金Project(22178392)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China。
文摘Preparation of high purity ruthenium nitrosyl nitrate using spent Ru-Zn/ZrO_(2)catalyst was studied,including melting and leaching to obtain potassium ruthenate solution,reduction,dissolving,concentrating and drying to obtain ruthenium trichloride,nitrosation and hydrolysis to obtain ruthenium nitrosyl hydroxide,removing of K^(+)and Cl^(-),and neutralization with nitric acid.The effects of temperature,concentration,time and pH on the yield and purity of intermediates and final product were studied,and the optimum process conditions were obtained.The yield of ruthenium nitrosyl nitrate is 92%,the content of ruthenium in high purity product is 32.16%,and the content of Cl^(-)and K^(+)are much less than 0.005%.The reaction kinetics of ruthenium nitrosyl chloride to ruthenium nitrosyl hydroxide was studied.The reaction orders of Ru(NO)Cl_(3)at 40,55 and 70℃are 0.39,0.37 and 0.39,respectively,while those of KOH are 0.16,0.15 and 0.17,respectively.The activation energy is-2.33 k J/mol.
基金supported by the Philosophy and Social Science Planning Program of Shanghai(2021BGL018).
文摘Many existing studies have considered the factors influencing review helpfulness,mainly focusing on reviewer impact,review informativeness,and managerial response,based on signaling theory.However,previous studies have simply regarded these factors as independent signals,thus ignoring their in-depth transmission and reception processes.The conclusions about the impact of reviewers on review helpfulness are also inconsistent due to the inaccurate measure-ment of variables.To fill the above gaps,we followed the signaling timeline theoretical framework used in signaling the-ory and employed a bootstrapping analysis to examine how reviewer impact,review informativeness,and hotel manageri-al responses interact to influence review helpfulness.In this study,we used a unique dataset that included official labels from one leading online travel agency.The results show that reviewer impact may affect review helpfulness sequentially through review informativeness and hotel managerial response.Furthermore,by using official labels,both reviewer expert-ise and reviewer experience significantly affect review helpfulness.Finally,we discussed the theoretical and practical im-plications of these findings.
基金Project(2011CB01380) supported by the National Basic Research Program of ChinaProject(51178468) supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProject(2011G013-B) supported by Science and Technology Development of Railways Department in China
文摘With the increasing traffic demand, the closely built three or more tunnels with large section play a significant role in the tunnel construction. However, the interaction among tunnels has important influences on the security and economy of tunnel engineering, and the calculation of pressure from the surrounding rock during the excavation is one of the problems that need to be solved urgently. Based on the practical engineering of three tunnels, the load model of three tunnels was proposed in consideration of the interaction and excavation sequence between tunnels. In comparison with the load model of single tunnel, the construction mechanical characteristics of the three tunnels were analyzed. The results show that the rock pressure of three tunnels calculated by the current tunnel design code is not reliable, and the interaction force increases with the spacing between tunnels.
基金Project(51808228)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProject(OE514/10-1)supported by the German Research Foundation。
文摘Recycling end-of-life tire rubber as asphalt modifier is known as a sustainable paving technology with merits including enhanced pavement durability,waste tire consumption and noise reduction.However,the criticisms on the high construction emissions of asphalt rubber(AR)have limited its application.Warm mix asphalt(WMA)effectively reduces the mixing and compaction temperatures of conventional hot mix asphalt mixtures.The combination of AR and WMA,called warm asphalt rubber(WAR),is a promising paving material which achieves pavement sustainability from principles to practices.Many studies have demonstrated that WMA technologies work effectively with AR pavement in different ways,alleviating the concerns of potential higher emissions of AR by decreasing mixing and paving temperatures.A comprehensive literature review about WAR brings a better understanding of this promising paving technology.The findings of 165 publications were summarized in this review.It summarized the recent developments of WAR in various aspects,including rheological properties,mix design,mixture mechanical performance,field application,construction emission,and asphalt-rubber-WMA additive interaction.It is expected that this review is able to provide extensive information to explore further research development and application of WAR.
基金Project(50974134)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China
文摘The adsorption of dedecyltrimethylammoium chloride(DTAC) and hexadecyltrimethylammoium chloride(CTAC) on muscovite mica substrates was examined using atomic force microscopy(AFM). Adsorption morphology images and interaction forces of cationic surfactants at solid-solution interfaces were measured in tapping mode and Pico Force mode, respectively. The images demonstrated that the adsorbed structure was varied by a variety of surfactant concentrations. The adsorbed layer on mica was monolayer at first, and then became bilayer. A striped adsorbed structure was observed in a higher concentration of CTAC,which could not be found in any other concentrations of DTAC. For force measurements, the repulsive force was exponentially decreasing with the concentration increasing till a net attractive force appeared. A largest attractive force could be observed at a certain concentration, which was close to the point of charge neutralization. The results also showed a significant impact of hydrocarbon chain length on adsorption. An adsorption simulation was established to give a clear understanding of the interaction between cationic surfactants and mica.
基金supported by Changwon National University in 2010,Korea
文摘The wear rate between the rotors of a hypotrochoidal gear pump is characterized.Using the knowledge of shape design on the rotors,the contact stresses without hydrodynamic effect between the rotor teeth were evaluated through the calculation of the Hertzian contact stress.Based on the above results and the sliding velocity between the rotors,a genetic algorithm (GA) was used as an optimization technique forminimizing the wear rate proportional factor (WRPF).The result shows that the wear rate or the WRPF can be reduced considerably,e.g.approximately 12.8%,throughout the optimization using GA.
基金Projects(2013CB036004, 2011CB013800) supported by the National Basic Research Program of ChinaProject(51178468, 50908234) supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProject(2011G103-B) supported by the Science and Technology Development of Railway in China
文摘According to the interaction of three shallow tunnels with large section, the analytical solution to rock pressure has been derived and discussed. The load model is given when the bilateral tunnels are excavated. According to the model, the stresses of three tunnels and single tunnel are calculated and compared to analyze the distribution characteristics, where the stresses are influenced by controlling factors of clear distance, covering depth and inclination angle of ground surface. The results show that, in general, the bias distribution is more serious. Therefore, it is significant to settle down the load model of three shallow tunnels so as to determine the measure of reinforcement and design the structure of support. The model and results can be used as a theoretical basis in designation and further research of the three shallow tunnels.
基金Projects(51278170,U1134207)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProject(B13024)supported by the Program of Introducing Talents of Discipline to Universities,China
文摘A simplified approach was proposed to analyze the negative skin friction calculation of special-shaped pile considering pile-soil interaction under surcharge. Based on the concentric cylinder shearing theory, considering the changes of pile shape(such as, taper angle and diameters of pile base, etc.), the load-transfer of special-shaped pile was built. The accuracy of the developed simplified approach was verified by numerical simulation model with the same condition. Then, the influence factors, such as, taper angles, the diameter of pile base, surcharge, and pile-soil interface parameters were analyzed and discussed. The results show that the developed simplified approach can calculate NSF of special-shaped pile under surcharge effectively. A limited parametric study indicates that in many practical situations special-shaped piles(such as belled wedge pile shown in this work) offer a design option that is more economical than traditional uniform cross-section piles.
基金Project(2007AA11Z134)supported by the National High Technology Research and Development Program of ChinaProject(10JJ4035)supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Hunan Province,ChinaProject(2010ybfz046)supported by the Fund of Excellent Doctoral Dissertation of Central South University,China
文摘A stratum grouting-soil-structure interaction model which simplified the grouted zone into a series of spherical grout bulbs was established using FLAC3D program. The hypothetical non-uniform expansion process to reach an assigned volume strain due to soil compression by grouting was achieved by imposing radial velocity on outer mesh nodes of these spheres. This new method avoids the repeated trial calculation needed in the traditional method which applied a fictitious expanding pressure in the grouting element. The deformation and additional internal forces of structure were investigated during each grouting strategy and the influences of various stiffness of grouting proof curtain and bearing capacity of pile tip were discussed simultaneously. The numerical model is proved to be effective to replicate general behavior expected in the field and is capable of modeling the uplifting effect for the surface structure by grouting.
基金Project (2005CB623703) supported by the National Key Fundamental Research and Development Program of ChinaProject (50474051) supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProject (03JJY3080) supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Hunan Province, China
文摘The effects of CaO content in the range from 0 to 4.0%, and sintering temperature on the phase composition, relative density and electrical conductivity of 10NiO-NiFe2O4 composites doped with CaO were studied. The results show that there is no change of structure for NiO or NiFe2O4; there is apparent oxygen absorbing and releasing behavior during the heating process in air for 10NiO-NiFe2O4 composites. Introduction of CaO can accelerate the densification of 10NiO-NiFe2O4 composites. The maximum value of relative density is 98.75% for composite doped with 2.0% CaO and sintered at 1 200 ℃, which is beyond about 20% for the undoped composites. The sintering activated energy of sample containing 2% CaO decreases by 15.87 kJ/mol, compared with that of the undoped sample.
文摘A detailed analysis of mode II stress intensity factors(SIFs) for the double edge cracked Brazilian disk subjected to different diametral compression is presented using a weight function method. The mode II SIFs at crack tips can be obtained by simply calculating an integral of the product of mode II weight function and the shear stress on the prospective crack faces of uncracked disk loaded by a diametral compression. A semi-analytical formula for the calculation of normalized mode II SIF, f _Ⅱ, is derived for different crack lengths (from 0.1 to 0.7) and inclination angles (from 10° to 75°) with respect to loading direction. Comparison between the obtained results and finite element method solutions shows that the weight function method is of high precision. Combined with the authors previous work on mode I fracture analysis, the new specimen geometry can be used to study fracture through any combination of mode I and mode II loading by a simple alignment of the crack relative to the diameter of compression loading, and to obtain pure mode II crack extension. Another advantage of this specimen geometry is that it is available directly from rock core and is also easy to fabricate.
基金Projects(2013CB0360042011CB013800)supported by the National Basic Research Program of China+1 种基金Project(51178468)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProject(2011G013-B)supported by the Science and Technology Development of Railways Department in China
文摘Based on the nonlinear failure criterion and the upper bound theorem, the modified tangential technique method was proposed to derive the expression of supporting pressure acting on shallow tunnel. Instead of the same stress state, different normal stresses on element boundaries were used. In order to investigate the influence of different factors on supporting pressures, the failure mechanism was established. The solution of supporting pressure, with different parameters, was obtained by optimization theory. The corresponding failure mechanism and numerical results were presented. In comparison with the results using the single tangential technique method, it is found that the proposed method is effective, and the good agreement shows that the present solution of supporting pressure is reliable.
基金Projects(51605315,51478399)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProject(2013BAG20B00)supported by the National Key Technology R&D Program of ChinaProject(TPL1707)supported by the Open Project Program of the State Key Laboratory of Traction Power,China
文摘A heavy-haul train-track coupled model is developed. Taking the emergency braking of the 2×104 t combined train as example, the train longitudinal impulse, the coupler dynamic behaviors and wheel-rail interactions of vehicles distributing in the different positions are analyzed. The results indicate that under the coupler compressing forces, the couplers of middle locomotives may tilt to the free swing limits, which induces the unidirectional tilt of their connected wagon couplers. Consequently, the coupler longitudinal forces produce the lateral components, and then affect the wheel-rail dynamic interaction. The performance of the middle locomotive and their neighboring freight wagons deteriorate significantly, becoming the most dangerous parts in the combined train. The wagons disconnecting with the locomotives can basically keep their couplers to stabilize in the centering positions, even though the maximum coupler longitudinal force acts on it. And its corresponding running safety also has little changes.
基金Project(2008ZX07421-002) supported by the Key National Science and Technology Project of ChinaProject(50638020) supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China
文摘The effectiveness of a magnetic ion exchange resin （MIEX） for the treatment of Hongze Lake water in China was evaluated, The kinetics of natural organic matter （NOM） removal at various MIEX doses and contact time, multiple-loading experiments, impacts of MIEX prior to coagulation on coagulant demands and the effectiveness of combination of MIEX, pre-chlorination and coagulation were investigated. Kinetic experimental results show that more than 80% UV254 and 67% dissolved organic carbon （DOC） from raw water can be removed by the use of MIEX alone. 94% sulfate, 69% nitrate and 98% bromide removals are obtained after the first use of MIEX in multiple-loading experiments. It is suggested that MIEX can be loaded up to 1 250 bed volume （BV, volume ratio of tested water to resin） or more without saturation when regarding organics removal as a target. MIEX can remove organics to a greater extend than coagulation and lower the coagulant demand when combining with coagulation. Chlorination experimental results show that MIEX can remove 57% chlorine demand and 77% trihalomethane formation potential （THMFP） for raw water. Pre-chlorination followed by MIEX and coagulation can give additional organic and THMFP removals. The results suggest that MIEX provides a new method to solve thc problem algae reproduction.
基金Foundation item： Project（2013CB036004） supported by the National Basic Research Program of China Project（51178468） supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China
文摘Linear failure criterion is widely used in calculation of earth pressure acting on shallow tunnels. However, experimental evidence shows that nonlinear failure criterion is able to represent fairly well the failure of almost all types of rocks, A nonlinear Hock-Brown failure criterion is employed to estimate the supporting pressures of shallow tunnels in limit analysis framework. Two failure mechanisms are proposed for calculating the work rate of extemal force and the internal energy dissipation. A tangential line to the nonlinear failure criterion is used to formulate the supporting pressure problem as a nonlinear programming problem. The objective function formulated in this way is minimized with respect to the failure mechanism and the location of tangency point. In order to assess the validity, the supporting pressures for the proposed failure mechanisms are calculated and compared with each other, and the present results are compared with previously published solutions when the nonlinear criterion is reduced to linear criterion. The agreement supports the validity of the proposed failure mechanisms. An experiment is conducted to investigate the influences of the nonlinear criterion on collapse shape and supporting pressures of shallow tunnels.
基金Project(20976041) supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China
文摘Inclusion behavior of oxybutynin （OBN） with hydroxypropyl-β-cyclodextrin （HP-β-CD） was investigated by ultraviolet absorption spectrum and fluorescence spectrum. A reliable determination of the complex stoichiometry was provided by the continuous variation technique. Alcohol was added to further investigate the mechanism of the inclusion behavior. Thermodynamic constants AG, AH and AS for inclusion interaction of OBN and HP-β-CD were determined. The results show that host-guest complex with molar ratio of 1：1 is formed, and inclusion stability constant between OBN and HP-β-CD is 54.9 L/mol determined by ultraviolet spectrum and 11.1 L/mol determined by fluorescence spectrum. OBN has weak binding ability with HP-β-CD in aqueous solution （stability constant 〈102 L/mol） and addition of alcohol leads to a decrease of stability constant, which indicates that the hydrophobic force contributes to the inclusion process. AG, AH and AS are all less than zero, which indicates that the inclusion process is a spontaneous and exothermic process.
