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Recent Progress In Copper-Based Catalysts For Electrochemical Co2 Reduction, Wen LEI, Wei-ping XIAO, De-li WANG 2019 Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry for Energy Conversion and Storage (Huazhong University of Science and  Technology), Ministry of Education, Hubei Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry and Service Failure, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430074, P. R. China

Recent Progress In Copper-Based Catalysts For Electrochemical Co2 Reduction, Wen Lei, Wei-Ping Xiao, De-Li Wang

Journal of Electrochemistry

As the situation of energy crisis and environmental pollution become more and more serious, the electrochemical reduction of carbon dioxide (CO2) has attracted lots of attention because of its multiple meanings such as environment, resources and economic benefits. In this paper, the state of the art electrochemical reduction of CO2 in aqueous solution is reviewed, and the latest research progress in Cu-based catalysts with different structures and morphologies is summarized. In the end, the application prospects, opportunities and challenges of Cu-based materials are briefly presented to provide an outlook for future research directions.


Regulation Of Copper Surface Via Redox Reactions For Enhancing Carbon Dioxide Electroreduction, Bao-hua HANG, Jin-tao ZHANG 2019 Key Laboratory for Colloid and Interface Chemistry of State Education Ministry, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shandong University, Jinan 250100, China.

Regulation Of Copper Surface Via Redox Reactions For Enhancing Carbon Dioxide Electroreduction, Bao-Hua Hang, Jin-Tao Zhang

Journal of Electrochemistry

A large-scale application of fossil fuels has led to excessive emission of carbon dioxide (CO2), resulting in serious environmental issues. A promising path to reducing CO2 emissions is recycling CO2 into valuable chemicals and fuels through an electrochemical process. Herein, the redox reactions between copper (Cu) and ferric chloride (FeCl3) have been utilized to regulate the Cu surface composition and structure, aimed to improve the electrocatalytic activity toward CO2 reduction. Typically, a series of samples (named Cu-1h, Cu-2h, Cu-3h and Cu-4h) were prepared via the redox reactions for various time from 1 to …


Effect Of Morphology Of Fe-N Codoped Carbon Nanomaterial On Electrochemical Reduction Reactions, Er-ling LI, Fa YANG, Ming-bo RUAN, Ping SONG, Wei-lin XU 2019 University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100049, China

Effect Of Morphology Of Fe-N Codoped Carbon Nanomaterial On Electrochemical Reduction Reactions, Er-Ling Li, Fa Yang, Ming-Bo Ruan, Ping Song, Wei-Lin Xu

Journal of Electrochemistry

Graphene nanosheets (GS) and carbon nanotubes have been considered as good catalysts candidates for applications in energy conversion and storage. However, hybrids of GS and carbon nanotubes are always formed in transition metal-based nitrogen-doped system, making the system quite complex for exploring the structure-activity relationship. To prepare the catalysts with desired species controllably, we try to adjust the outcomes with the effect of nitrogen on the growth of carbon nanotubes. In this work, a series of Fe-N co-doped carbon hybrid catalysts containing N-doped GS or hybrids of GS/bamboo carbon nanotubes (BCNTs) or BCNTs were obtained with one-step pyrolyzed method. To …


Electrochemical Detection Of 4-Nitrophenol Based On Glassy Carbon Electrode Modified By Tio2Nps/Rgo Composite, Lin-na JIU, Yong-qiang CHENG 2019 MicroNano System Research Center, Key Lab of Advanced Transducers and Intelligent Control System of the Ministry of Education & College of Information and Computer, Taiyuan University of Technology, Jinzhong 030600, China

Electrochemical Detection Of 4-Nitrophenol Based On Glassy Carbon Electrode Modified By Tio2Nps/Rgo Composite, Lin-Na Jiu, Yong-Qiang Cheng

Journal of Electrochemistry

4-nitrophenol (4-NP) has become factitious pollution, and presented a serious threat to the nature and human health. It is necessary to develop a convenient and fast detection method. In this work, the glassy carbon electrode modified by titanium dioxide nanoparticles (TiO2NPs)/reduced graphene oxide (RGO) composite as an electrochemical sensor was studied for the trace detection of 4-NP. The morphology of the composite was characterized by scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The homogeneous mixing of titanium dioxide nanoparticles and reduced graphene oxide increased the specific surface area of the composite, and facilitated the electrochemical reaction of 4-NP. The electrochemical characteristics …


Preparations And Electrocatalytic Properties Of Cu-Bipy-Btc-Derived Carbon-Based Catalyst For Oxygen Reduction Reaction, Li-hua ZHANG, Jun-feng CHEN, Wan-tang HUANG, Yong-you HU, Jian-hua CHENG, Yuan-cai CHEN 2019 1. The Key Lab of Pollution Control and Ecosystem Restoration in Industry Clusters, Ministry of Education, School of Environment and Energy, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, P. R. China; 2. Guangdong Engineering and Technology Research Center for Environmental Nanomaterials, Guangzhou 510006, P. R. China

Preparations And Electrocatalytic Properties Of Cu-Bipy-Btc-Derived Carbon-Based Catalyst For Oxygen Reduction Reaction, Li-Hua Zhang, Jun-Feng Chen, Wan-Tang Huang, Yong-You Hu, Jian-Hua Cheng, Yuan-Cai Chen

Journal of Electrochemistry

Efficient and low-cost oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) electrocatalyst plays a key role for fuel cells. In this paper, ORR active metal organic framework (MOF: Cu-bipy-BTC, bipy = 2,2?-bipyridine, BTC = 1,3,5-tricarboxylate) was prepared using hydrothermal method, and then carbon-based material MOF-800 was obtained from pyrolyzing Cu-bipy-BTC at 800 °C. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), nitrogen sorption isotherm and X-ray photolectron spectroscopy (XPS) were used to characterize the morphologies and structures of the catalysts. Linear sweep voltammetry (LSV) and current-time curve (i-t) were adopted to evaluate the electrocatalytic properties of the catalysts. The results …


Single-Layer Oxygen Deficiency Δ-Mno2 For Electrochemical Co2 Reduction, Yue-feng ZHANG, Jian-jun LIU, Zeng-xi WEI, Xin-xin TIAN, Jian-min MA 2019 School of Physics and Electronics, Hunan University, Changsha 410082, China;

Single-Layer Oxygen Deficiency Δ-Mno2 For Electrochemical Co2 Reduction, Yue-Feng Zhang, Jian-Jun Liu, Zeng-Xi Wei, Xin-Xin Tian, Jian-Min Ma

Journal of Electrochemistry

Manganese dioxide (MnO2) has been widely used in catalysis. In addition, since the defect engineering can change the electronic properties of the catalyst, here we have systematically studied electrocatalytic carbon dioxide reduction reaction (CO2RR) on δ-MnO2 with and without oxygen deficiency, denoted as Ov-MnO2 and MnO2, respectively. We calculate the electronic properties and the intermediate of free energy for MnO2 and Ov-MnO2 with the help of spin-polarized density functional theory. By analyzing this result, we can find that the introduction of defects change the δ-MnO2 from semiconducting properties to …


Statuses, Challenges And Strategies In The Development Of Low-Temperature Carbon Dioxide Electroreduction Technology, Xu-rui ZHANG, Xiao-lin SHAO, Jin YI, Yu-yu LIU, Jiu-jun ZHANG 2019 Institute for Sustainable Energy/College of Sciences, Shanghai University,99 Shangda Road, Baoshan District, Shanghai, 200444, China

Statuses, Challenges And Strategies In The Development Of Low-Temperature Carbon Dioxide Electroreduction Technology, Xu-Rui Zhang, Xiao-Lin Shao, Jin Yi, Yu-Yu Liu, Jiu-Jun Zhang

Journal of Electrochemistry

Low-temperature carbon dioxide (CO2) electrochemical reduction technology is a hotspot for research and development in recent years as a way to reduce the negative impact of CO2 on the environment and to generate energy storage through converting electricity to low-carbon fuels. Although basic research on catalyst activity, product selectivity, and reaction mechanism has been widely reported, the design and practicality of catalytic stability and corresponding electrochemical reactor systems have not been given sufficient attention and systematic development.  In this paper, two important factors affecting the development of CO2 electrochemical reduction technology in low temperature aqueous solution …


Electrocatalytic Reduction Of Carbon Dioxide To Carbon Monoxide Using Cobalt Nitride, Chen MA, Peng-fei HOU, Peng KANG 2019 University of Chinese Academy of Sciences,  Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, China;

Electrocatalytic Reduction Of Carbon Dioxide To Carbon Monoxide Using Cobalt Nitride, Chen Ma, Peng-Fei Hou, Peng Kang

Journal of Electrochemistry

Electrocatalytic reduction of carbon dioxide (CO2) is a promising method to alleviate global warming issues, although it still faces many challenges. Herein, we report cobalt nitride for electrocatalytic reduction of CO2 to carbon monoxide (CO) in an aqueous electrolyte. A comparison of catalysts with different preparation temperatures and atmospheres suggests that nitrogen doping is critical to improve catalytic activity. For the most active catalyst of 700-Co5.47N/C, the CO current density reached 9.78 mA·cm-2 at potential of -0.7 V vs. RHE. In addition, the CO/H2 ratio could be adjusted from 1:3 to 3:2 by …


Artificial Intelligence Based Wrist Fracture Classification, Dineep Thomas 2019 Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College

Artificial Intelligence Based Wrist Fracture Classification, Dineep Thomas

LSU Master's Theses

The problem of predicting wrist fractures from X-rays using Artificial Intelligence (AI) methods is addressed. Wrist fractures are the most commonly misdiagnosed fractures because of the complex anatomical structure of the wrist bone which includes several different bones. This research provides a predictive solution to automate the process of wrist fracture classifications and outlines a visualization technique to identify the probable location of the fractured region on the X-rays. This thesis describes a deep learning based approach for wrist fracture classification. Deep convolutional neural network (CNN) based models have been used for wrist fracture classification by combining different optimization techniques. …


Experimental Evaluation Of Self-Expandable Metallic Tracheobronchial Stents, Yanli Wang, Pengfei Dong, Jingyao Ke, Xiang Shen, Zongming Li, Kewei Ren, Xinwei Han, Linxia Gu 2019 University of Nebraska - Lincoln

Experimental Evaluation Of Self-Expandable Metallic Tracheobronchial Stents, Yanli Wang, Pengfei Dong, Jingyao Ke, Xiang Shen, Zongming Li, Kewei Ren, Xinwei Han, Linxia Gu

Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering: Faculty Publications

The self-expandable metallic stents have been widely used in tracheobronchial obstruction or fistulation, including the J-shaped and Y-shaped stents, named after the shape of the branch-stem junction of the stent. However, there is scarce data on the mechanical performance of these tracheobronchial stents, which is essential for optimal stent implantation. In this work, eight self-expandable metallic tracheobronchial stents in three types (i.e., straight, J-shaped, and Y-shaped), with or without cover, were characterized. The compression resistance of the stems was investigated through both compression and indentation tests. The bending resistance of the branches in the J-shaped and Y-shaped stents was assessed …


Interface Effects On He Ion Irradiation In Nanostructured Materials, Wenfan Yang, Jingyu Pang, Shijian Zheng, Jian Wang, Xinghang Zhang, Xiuliang Ma 2019 Chinese Academy of Sciences & University of Science and Technology of China

Interface Effects On He Ion Irradiation In Nanostructured Materials, Wenfan Yang, Jingyu Pang, Shijian Zheng, Jian Wang, Xinghang Zhang, Xiuliang Ma

Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering: Faculty Publications

In advanced fission and fusion reactors, structural materials suffer from high dose irradiation by energetic particles and are subject to severe microstructure damage. He atoms, as a byproduct of the (n) transmutation reaction, could accumulate to form deleterious cavities, which accelerate radiation-induced embrittlement, swelling and surface deterioration, ultimately degrade the service lifetime of reactor materials. Extensive studies have been performed to explore the strategies that can mitigate He ion irradiation damage. Recently, nanostructured materials have received broad attention because they contain abundant interfaces that are efficient sinks for radiation-induced defects. In this review, we summarize and analyze the current understandings …


Rheological Properties Of Modified Crumb Rubber Asphalt Binder And Selecting The Best Modified Binder Using Ahp Method, Mehdi Khalili, Kazem Jadidi, Moses Karakouzian, Serji Amirkhanian 2019 University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Rheological Properties Of Modified Crumb Rubber Asphalt Binder And Selecting The Best Modified Binder Using Ahp Method, Mehdi Khalili, Kazem Jadidi, Moses Karakouzian, Serji Amirkhanian

Civil and Environmental Engineering and Construction Faculty Research

Crumb rubber modifier (CRM) is one of the most popular asphalt binder modifiers due to the economic benefits and desired physical and rheological properties of asphalt binders and asphalt mixes. This research focuses on evaluating the properties of rubber-modified asphalt binders and selecting the best modified binder. The modified binders were produced by blending virgin binders with CRM at various contents of different gradations, and different methods of grinding. CRM made through ambient and cryogenic grinding methods with two gradation sizes were produced and tested. Three different virgin binders from two sources were obtained and used. The Analytic Hierarchy Process …


Modeling Of Theflow Regimes Of Water-Coal Fuel Slurries With Complex Reology In Cylindrical Pipes, Ja.D. Hodzhaev, Sh.A. Kasymov 2019 Physical-technical institute NGO "Physics-sun", ASUz, Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Modeling Of Theflow Regimes Of Water-Coal Fuel Slurries With Complex Reology In Cylindrical Pipes, Ja.D. Hodzhaev, Sh.A. Kasymov

Journal of Tashkent Institute of Railway Engineers

The article deals the flow regimes with regard to the complex flow rheology of highly concentrated water-coal fuel slurries (WCS). It has been established that during the WCS flow through cylindrical pipes the flow mode is disturbed, which is due to the mutual influence of the geometric dimensions and flow parameters of the suspension when it is burned in the combustion chambers of power plants


On The Formation Of The Variational Equation Of Motion And Boundary Value Problems Of Thin-Walled Axisymmetric Shell Structures, A. Abdusattarov, F.E. Abduqodirov, N.H. Sabirov 2019 Tashkent Institute of Railway Engineers, Tashkent, 100167, Uzbekistan

On The Formation Of The Variational Equation Of Motion And Boundary Value Problems Of Thin-Walled Axisymmetric Shell Structures, A. Abdusattarov, F.E. Abduqodirov, N.H. Sabirov

Journal of Tashkent Institute of Railway Engineers

The article deals, on the basis of the Hamilton-Ostrogradsky variational principle, a system of differential equations of motion of axisymmetric shell structures with the corresponding boundary and initial conditions is derived. The boundary problem for cylindrical and spherical shell structures is formulated


Calculation Of The Wagon Motion Velocation On The Whole Protection Of The Profile Of The Way With Different Clothes Of The Sorting Hill, Kh.Kh. Djalilov 2019 Tashkent Institute of Railway Engineers, Tashkent, 100167, Uzbekistan

Calculation Of The Wagon Motion Velocation On The Whole Protection Of The Profile Of The Way With Different Clothes Of The Sorting Hill, Kh.Kh. Djalilov

Journal of Tashkent Institute of Railway Engineers

In this article has been calculated the velocity of the wagon’s movement in various sites of a hump yard, based on the formula led on the basis of the theorem of changing of kinetic energy for not free material point in a final form. Results of the calculations are noticed that on the intermediate site of a hump yard to a dividing arrow the relative error of calculation is equal to 10.3%, on the site of an arrow zone of a hump yard of the second dividing arrow - δv6с2 ≈ 9.0%, on the site of the first sorting way …


On The Construction Of Canonical Systems Of Equations For Cylindrical And Spherical Shell Structures, A. Abdusattarov, F.E. Abduqodirov 2019 Tashkent Institute of Railway Engineers, Tashkent, 100167, Uzbekistan

On The Construction Of Canonical Systems Of Equations For Cylindrical And Spherical Shell Structures, A. Abdusattarov, F.E. Abduqodirov

Journal of Tashkent Institute of Railway Engineers

In this article is given the construction of canonical systems, the equation of motion for axisymmetric shell structures, as well as for cylindrical and spherical shells


Research Of Surface Condition Of The Rails Rolling On Sections Of High-Speed And High-Speed Train Traffic, E.B. Abdualiyev 2019 Tashkent Institute of Railway Engineers, Tashkent, 100167, Uzbekistan

Research Of Surface Condition Of The Rails Rolling On Sections Of High-Speed And High-Speed Train Traffic, E.B. Abdualiyev

Journal of Tashkent Institute of Railway Engineers

In this article, the analysis of intensity of the pulse roughness’s arising on a surface of rolling of heads of rails on a site of high-speed movement of trains is carried out.


The Movement Of Trains As A Source Of Seismic Waves Impact On The Upper Structure Of The Track And The Roadbed Of Railways, A.H. Abdujabarov, P. A. Begmatov, M. Mehmonov 2019 Tashkent Institute of Railway Engineers, Tashkent, 100167, Uzbekistan

The Movement Of Trains As A Source Of Seismic Waves Impact On The Upper Structure Of The Track And The Roadbed Of Railways, A.H. Abdujabarov, P. A. Begmatov, M. Mehmonov

Journal of Tashkent Institute of Railway Engineers

On the basis of theoretical and experimental scientific research, the substantiation of the similarity of the impact of seismic forces and the movement of rolling stock on the engineering structures of Railways is obtained.


About Movements Of The Carriage On The Profile Hump In A Gravity Yard, Sh.B. Djabbarov 2019 Tashkent Institute of Railway Engineers, Tashkent, 100167, Uzbekistan

About Movements Of The Carriage On The Profile Hump In A Gravity Yard, Sh.B. Djabbarov

Journal of Tashkent Institute of Railway Engineers

The article noted that in the existing methods of calculation of hump in a gravity yards the speed of the car at the braking position is determined by the formula speed of free fall of bodies given the inertia in the rotating parts of the car. Thus assume that in areas of deceleration occur rotation of the wheels of the car, that is incorrect. In it mathematical expressions and examples of calculations proved that the high-speed sections slides occur the rolling of the wheels of wheel pairs without slipping.


On The Application Of Information Technology For The Development Of Software For Automation The Modeling Process Of Wagons At Wagon Enterprises Jsc "O'Zbekiston Temir Yo'llari", V.P. Bubnov, Sh. Kh. Sultonov 2019 Emperor Alexander I St. Petersburg State Transport University, Saint Petersburg, Russia

On The Application Of Information Technology For The Development Of Software For Automation The Modeling Process Of Wagons At Wagon Enterprises Jsc "O'Zbekiston Temir Yo'llari", V.P. Bubnov, Sh. Kh. Sultonov

Journal of Tashkent Institute of Railway Engineers

The report presents a functional diagram of the developed software for calculating the values of loads acting on the wagon body. The stages of development and the main modules of a software product that implements mathematical calculations are defined. The issues of the software implementation of the presented algorithms using the object-oriented programming language C # are discussed. The performed engineering analysis using the values of loads obtained using the developed software is given. The developed program in C # language with the use of the integrated Visual Studio environment allows to increase the accuracy and reduce the time for …


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