Nano/Micro-Structured Electrode Materials For Lithium-Ion Batteries,
2010
Institute of Chemistry,Chinese Academy of Sciences,Beijing 100190,China;
Nano/Micro-Structured Electrode Materials For Lithium-Ion Batteries, Yu-Guo Guo, Zhong-Li Wang, Xing-Long Wu, Wei-Ming Zhang, Li-Jun Wan
Journal of Electrochemistry
Nanostructured materials are currently of interest as high performance anodes and cathodes for rechargeable lithium-ion batteries because of their novel nano-size effects and significantly enhanced kinetics. This review paper describes some recent developments in this field,addressing the size effects,morphology effects,as well as the functions of carbon coating layers toward lithium storage. Several"kinetically stabilized"nano/microstructured electrode materials and high-rate electrode materials with mixed-conducting networks based on the work of the authors are highlighted for illustration.
Electrocatalytic Oxidation Of Hcooh At Au(Core)-Pd(Shell)-Pt(Cluster) Nanocubes,
2010
State Key Laboratory for Physical Chemistry of Solid Surfaces and Department of Chemistry, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361005, Fujian, China;
Electrocatalytic Oxidation Of Hcooh At Au(Core)-Pd(Shell)-Pt(Cluster) Nanocubes, Qing-Ning Jiang, Huan Li, Ning Yang, Ping-Ping Fang, Feng-Ru Fan, Zhong-Qun Tian
Journal of Electrochemistry
Gold nanocubes were synthesized by a two-step seed-mediated growth method. The Aucore-Pdshell and Aucore-Pdshell-Ptcluster nanocubes with controllable shell thickness of Pd and cluster coverage of Pt were synthesized by simply changing the amount ratio of H2PdCl4 or H2PtCl6. The samples were characterized by scanning electron microscope (SEM) , transmission electron microscopc (TEM) and cyclic voltammetry (CV). CV was then used to make a systematic study on the dependence of the electrocatalytic properties on the shell thickness of Aucore-Pdshell and Pt coverage of Aucore-Pd …
High-Rate Cyclic Properties Of Hollow Carbon Hemisphere As Anode Materials For Lithium Ion Batteries,
2010
The Key Laboratory of Low-carbon Chemistry & Energy Conservation of Guangdong Province, The State Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Materials and Technologies, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou 510275, China;
High-Rate Cyclic Properties Of Hollow Carbon Hemisphere As Anode Materials For Lithium Ion Batteries, Guang-Hui Zhang, Zao-Xue Yan, Hong-Li Zou, Pei-Kang Shen
Journal of Electrochemistry
High surface area hollow carbon hemispheres (HCHs) covered with hard carbon layers have been synthesized by using polystyrene spheres (PSs) as templates under hydrothermal method combined with the intermittent microwave heating (IMH) method. The morphologies of the materials are characterized by SEM and TEM. The electrochemical properties of the HCHs are tested. Comparing with graphite and mesocarbon microbeads (MCMB) ,the HCHs show higher capacity and excellent cyclic life performance.
Synthesis Of Cosalen Composite In Apo-5 And Its Electrocatalytic Behaviour For Reaction Of Dioxygen Reduction,
2010
College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Key Laboratory of Coal Science and Technology, MOE, Taiyuan University of Technology, Taiyuan 030024, China;
Synthesis Of Cosalen Composite In Apo-5 And Its Electrocatalytic Behaviour For Reaction Of Dioxygen Reduction, Rong Zhang, Li-Hua Tang, Bin-Bin Fan, Jing-Hong Ma, Rui-Feng Li
Journal of Electrochemistry
CoAPO-5 molecular sieve was hydrothermally synthesized. The Cobalt ions in CoAPO-5 were coordinated with the SALEN ligend diffusing into the channels of the molecular sieve to form CoSALEN complexes. The electrochemical behaviors and electrocatalysis for dioxygen reduction of the CoSALEN complex immobilized in APO-5 modified glassy carbon electrodes (GCEs) have been investigated by cyclic voltammetry (CV) and chronoamperometry (CA) in differrent pH aqueous solutions. The results showed that the PS/CoSALEN/APO-5 /GC modified electrode is of the high electrocatalytic activity towards dioxygen reduction in pH 6. 86 buffer solution with a reduced overpotential of 447 mV lower than bare GC electrode. …
Influence Of Ions Dimension On The Electric Field Activation Of Micro-Crystallite Carbon,
2010
State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China;
Influence Of Ions Dimension On The Electric Field Activation Of Micro-Crystallite Carbon, Gang-Wei Sun, Wen-Hua Song, Guo Cheng, Wen-Ming Qiao, Li-Cheng Ling
Journal of Electrochemistry
Micro-crystallite carbon (CC) was synthesized by KOH activation of carbonized petroleum coke precursors. The porous properties structure and crystallite structure were characterized by N2 adsorption-desorption, X-ray diffraction (XRD) measurements. The capacitive behavior of CC was investigated in the electrolyte of Et4NBF4/PC, Et4NBF4/AN, Bu4NBF4/PC and Bu4NBF4/AN, respectively. Results showed that the lower potential of electric field activation (EFA) was obtained in the solvent of AN than in PC, which was ascribed to the fact that smaller solvated ions dimension in AN facilitating the intercalation …
Hydrogen Evolution Reaction Activtity Of Ni-Ru-Ir Oxide Cathode Coating,
2010
College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Chongqing University, Chongqing 400030, China;
Hydrogen Evolution Reaction Activtity Of Ni-Ru-Ir Oxide Cathode Coating, Yin-Hui Fu, Xue-Ming Li, Wu-Lin Li, Jun Zhang
Journal of Electrochemistry
The Ni-Ru-Ir electrode coating was fabricated by thermal decomposition and oxidation. Electrochemical properties of Ni-Ru-Ir electrode coating and pure nickel cathode in the 30% NaOH solutions at 90 ℃(conditions of the industrial electrolysis) ,have been investigated by cyclic voltammetry,Tafel curves and chronoamperometry. The results show that the Ni-Ru-Ir oxide electrode coating exhibited high catalytic activity. At the current density of 0. 3 A·cm-2,the lowest hydrogen evolution overpotential of Ni-Ru-Ir oxide electrode coating was about 300 mV lower than Ni. The roughness and excharge current density of Ni-Ru-Ir electrode coating were 32 and 4 times,respectively,larger than those of pure …
Prerapation And Supercapacitor Property Of Mesoporous Carbon Nanofibers,
2010
Nanomaterials Research Institute, College of Materials Science and Technology, Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Nanjing 210016, China;
Prerapation And Supercapacitor Property Of Mesoporous Carbon Nanofibers, Yong-Wen Wang, Ming-Bo Zheng, Jian Cao, Jie-Ming Cao, Guang-Bin Ji, Jie Tao
Journal of Electrochemistry
Two different mesoporous carbon nanofibers with large mesopore or core-shell structure were prepared by using the resol/F127 mixture to fill the AAO template. The morphology and structural parameters of the samples were characterized by SEM,TEM,and N2 adsorption-desorption analysis. The supercapacitive behaviors of the electrodes were tested by cyclic voltammetry and galvanostatic charge-discharge. The results show that the specific capacitances of mesoporous carbon nanofibers increased obviously and the fine supercapacitive performances were achieved at high scan rate or large current density.
Nano-Sized Au On Nickel Foam As Cathode Of Alkaline Al-H2O2 Semi Fuel Cell,
2010
College of Materials Science and Chemical Engineering,Harbin Engineering University, Harbin 150001, Heilongjiang, China;
Nano-Sized Au On Nickel Foam As Cathode Of Alkaline Al-H2O2 Semi Fuel Cell, Shu-Li Chen, Bang-An Lu, Yao Liu, Gui-Ling Wang, Dian-Xue Cao
Journal of Electrochemistry
Nano-sized Au particles were deposited on a nickel foam substrate by a fast spontaneous deposition method using AuCl3 as the source of Au. The effects of AuCl3 concentration and deposition time on the size and distribution of Au particles,and the performance of the obtained Au/Ni electrode as the cathode of Al-H2O2 semi fuel cell were investigated. It was found that after the nickel foam was immersed in a 2 mmol·L-1 AuCl3 solution for 60 s,Au particles with diameters smaller than 100 nm were deposited on its surfaces and cover the surface completely. The …
Vehicle Steering Systems - Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulator, Driving Preferences, And Vehicle Intervention,
2010
Clemson University
Vehicle Steering Systems - Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulator, Driving Preferences, And Vehicle Intervention, Jesse Black
All Dissertations
The steering system is a critical component of all ground vehicles regardless of their propulsion source. Chassis directional control is provided by the steering system, which in turn relays valuable feedback about the road and vehicle behavior. As the primary feedback channel to the driver, the steering system also delivers the initial perception of a vehicle's handling and responsiveness to the consumer. Consequently, the steering system is an important aspect of the vehicle's evaluation and purchasing process, even if drivers are unaware of its direct influence in their decision making. With automobile purchases potentially hinging on the steering system, a …
Mechanical Milling Of Co-Rich Melt-Spun Sm-Co Alloys,
2010
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Mechanical Milling Of Co-Rich Melt-Spun Sm-Co Alloys, Farhad Reza Golkar-Fard
Department of Engineering Mechanics: Dissertations, Theses, and Student Research
Rare-earth, high-energy permanent magnets are currently the best performing permanent magnets used today. The discovery of single domain magnetism in 1950’s ultimately led to the development of nanocomposite magnets which had superior magnetic properties. Previous work has shown that mechanical milling (MM) effectively generates nanoscale structures in Sm-Co-based alloys. MM of more Co-rich, melt-spun Sm-Co alloys (up to the eutectic composition) and the role of initial structure on the milling behavior were investigated.
Sm-Co alloys with compositions of Sm10.5Co89.5 and Sm8Co92 were produced by arc melting, melt-spinning and mechanical milling. X-ray diffraction results showed …
Coupled Dem-Fem For Dynamic Analysis Of Granular Systems In Bending,
2010
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Coupled Dem-Fem For Dynamic Analysis Of Granular Systems In Bending, Kitti Rattanadit
Department of Engineering Mechanics: Dissertations, Theses, and Student Research
Characterizing the dynamic behavior of granular materials is one of the great challenges in the mechanics of granular matter. Methods for evaluating the mechanical properties of granular matter have applications in a variety of industries, mining and geotechnical activities, defense and military operations. A coupled 2D Discrete Element Method-Finite Element Method (DEM-FEM) code, called "BobKit", is developed and implemented for analyzing the behavior of a 2D granular layer on top of an elastic beam under deforming (quasi-static) or vibrating (dynamic) of the beam. The explicit time-integration dynamic code is used to simulate quasi-static and dynamic bending of the granular layer …
System Modeling And Power Management Strategy For A Series Hydraulic Hybrid Vehicle,
2010
Clemson University
System Modeling And Power Management Strategy For A Series Hydraulic Hybrid Vehicle, Sisay Molla
All Theses
A hydraulic hybrid vehicle draws propulsion power from an internal combustion engine as its prime mover and a gas-charged hydro-pneumatic accumulator as its energy buffer. The accumulator serves the purposes of storing regenerated braking energy and supplementing engine power as determined by an on-board power management strategy. In the configuration known as a series hydraulic hybrid powertrain, the engine is mechanically decoupled from the vehicle's wheels thereby offering excellent opportunities for maximizing energy efficiency and reducing pollutant emissions.
This thesis dealt with the development of a causally interconnected, non-linear, dynamic model of a series hydraulic hybrid powertrain featuring independently controllable …
Interpretability Analysis Of Function Structures At Various Levels Of Abstraction: A User Study,
2010
Clemson University
Interpretability Analysis Of Function Structures At Various Levels Of Abstraction: A User Study, Jonathan Thomas
All Theses
Function models are used during the conceptual design phase of the design process to model the intended use or objective of a product, independent of the products physical form. Function models also aid in guiding design activities such as generating concepts and allocating design team resources. Recent research efforts have focused on the formalization of functional models through a controlled vocabulary and archival of functional representations in computer-based repositories. However, the usefulness and interpretability of these function models has not been rigorously evaluated.
This thesis presents the results of two controlled user studies to ascertain the interpretability of functional representations …
Re-Engineering A Trash/Recycling Collection Vehicle Based On Challenging Customer Requirements,
2010
Clemson University
Re-Engineering A Trash/Recycling Collection Vehicle Based On Challenging Customer Requirements, Edward Smith
All Theses
Engineering design starts with the definition of design requirements. These requirements define the design problem and must be satisfied for a solution to be acceptable. While many design methodologies exist for defining design requirements, none presently provides a systematic approach for designers to challenge requirements. Yet, Pahl and Beitz, Hazelrigg, and Suh all argue that a designer should continually question the need for each requirement and refine them as the product evolves. Thus, there exists a need to develop a comprehensive method that enables a designer to verify, review/question, and revise requirements throughout the design process. This research uses the …
A Proposed Method To Identify Requirements Significant To Mass Reduction,
2010
Clemson University
A Proposed Method To Identify Requirements Significant To Mass Reduction, James Mclellan
All Theses
Reducing the mass of engineering products holds the potential for significant benefits by reducing material costs, environmental impact, transportation costs, and in the case of vehicles, reducing fuel consumption. While there are many approaches for reducing mass, analyzing requirements has the greatest potential since requirements definition is the earliest phase of product development, where the most design freedom exists. This thesis proposes a requirement analysis method that identifies requirements that impact significant amounts of mass. The research hypothesis is: Engineering requirements can be represented and processed in a systematic manner and linked to physical components and systems, thus enabling mass …
Comprehensive Analysis Of A Student-Centered Active-Learning Integrated Statics And Dynamics Course For Mechanical Engineers,
2010
Clemson University
Comprehensive Analysis Of A Student-Centered Active-Learning Integrated Statics And Dynamics Course For Mechanical Engineers, Marisa Orr
All Theses
The Student-Centered Active Learning in Undergraduate Programs (SCALE-UP) approach to instructional design was adapted with the goal of delivering more effective statics, dynamics and multivariate calculus instruction and integrated course curricula. Inquiry-based learning exercises were designed, incorporating material from statics and dynamics into multivariable calculus, and vice-versa, as well as integrating statics and dynamics into one course. Analysis included an exploration of student study habits, multiple measures of course effectiveness, and an examination of curricular effects. Challenges of implementation are also discussed.
Study habits of students in an integrated Statics and Dynamics course were assessed through a voluntary survey in …
Electrokinetic Manipulation Of Particles And Cells In Microfluidic Devices,
2010
Clemson University
Electrokinetic Manipulation Of Particles And Cells In Microfluidic Devices, Christopher Church
All Theses
With the recent advancement in micro-fabrication technology, lab-on-a-chip devices have been developed in order to perform biological analysis through cell manipulation. Microchannels used in these lab-on-a-chip devices have been demonstrated to accurately perform many different cell manipulation techniques such as focusing, separation, trapping, and lysis. Although there are many methods available for these techniques, electrokinetics has been rapidly gaining popularity due to the simplicity of application and removal of the need for in channel micro-structures. This thesis studies the use of electrokinetic flow and accompanying phenomena in various structured microchannels to perform focusing, separation, trapping, and lysis of cells. Three …
Modeling Of A Porous Metal Foam Cryogenic Counter Flow Heat Exchanger,
2010
Clemson University
Modeling Of A Porous Metal Foam Cryogenic Counter Flow Heat Exchanger, Craig Fortier
All Theses
This thesis involves the modeling of cryogenic fluids through a porous metal foam counter flow heat exchanger. Although much research has been completed involving light weight high porosity metal foams in recent years, research performed on the subject of mid range porosities in metal foams and their use in heat exchangers has been relatively untouched. Even less literature is available pertaining to the effects of cryogenic fluids in porous metal foams.
Much about heat exchanger performance and pressure drop depends on the structure and relative density of the metal foams. This has been elaborated in several sources, but only for …
"Elementary" Engineering Experiences,
2010
Western Michigan University
"Elementary" Engineering Experiences, Steven E. Butt, Tycho K. Fredericks
Academic Leadership Academy
Through early exposure to engineering, this program attempts to open the minds of children to future exciting opportunities that are accessible to them if they are appropriately prepared in mathematics and science. The program consists of a two to four hour session in which students, parents, and teachers are walked through a sequence of hands-on activities in various locations within the CEAS building. In addition to immersing the students in engaging activities, time is also invested in helping students understand who engineers are and what engineers do. This includes describing the various engineering disciplines, and their workplaces.
Processing A Nickel Nanostrand And Nickel Coated Carbon Fiber Filled Conductive Polyethylene By Injection Molding,
2010
Brigham Young University - Provo
Processing A Nickel Nanostrand And Nickel Coated Carbon Fiber Filled Conductive Polyethylene By Injection Molding, David Anthony Whitworth
Theses and Dissertations
A new method for pre-impregnating nickel coated carbon fiber with a thermoplastic polymer to make towpreg, similar to a recently developed coating-line by João P. Nunes et al and a new electrically conductive thermoplastic are developed. A melted bath was used to help mitigate health concerns and waste for dispersion of nickel coated carbon fibers (NCF) in low density polyethylene (LDPE). This towpreg was then mixed with more LDPE or a mixture of LDPE and nickel nanostrands (NiNS) to a desired filler volume fraction to test the electrical conductivity of the composite. Some of these mixtures were then injection molded …
