{"title":"Effect of modulation period on the mechanical and tribological behavior of (CrNbTiAlV)CN/MoN coatings","authors":"Xiaolong Lu, Haibin Zhou, Xudong Sui, Cong Wang, Xiao Zhang, Wenchang Wang, Junying Hao","doi":"10.1557/s43579-024-00526-7","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1557/s43579-024-00526-7","url":null,"abstract":"<p>This work is to deposit (CrNbTiAlV)CN/MoN coatings by alternating sputtering with multiple targets. The hardness and elastic modulus of the (CrNbTiAlV)CN/MoN multilayer coatings gradually increase with the decreasing of the modulation period from 420 to 110 nm; however, the values decrease on the multilayer coating with a modulation period of 50 nm. As the modulation period decreases, the characteristic of MoO<sub>3</sub> debris changes from large flakes to smooth transfer tribolayers and then to small particles. The coating with a modulation period of 110 nm has a minimum friction coefficient and wear rate of about 0.11 and 4.4 × 10<sup>–6</sup> mm<sup>3</sup>/(N m) at 500°C, respectively. This can be attributed to the fact that it has the best resistance to plastic deformation and tends to form smooth transfer tribolayers.</p><h3 data-test=\"abstract-sub-heading\">Graphical abstract</h3>\u0000","PeriodicalId":19016,"journal":{"name":"MRS Communications","volume":"20 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-02-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139768646","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Qian Ma, Xinxin Gao, Ze Gu, Che Liu, Lianlin Li, Jian Wei You, Tie Jun Cui
{"title":"Intelligent neuromorphic computing based on nanophotonics and metamaterials","authors":"Qian Ma, Xinxin Gao, Ze Gu, Che Liu, Lianlin Li, Jian Wei You, Tie Jun Cui","doi":"10.1557/s43579-024-00520-z","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1557/s43579-024-00520-z","url":null,"abstract":"<p>With the rapid development of artificial intelligence and computing chips approaching the bottleneck of power consumption and computing power, the research on intelligent computing hardware with high speed and high energy efficiency is an important trend. Recently, neuromorphic computing represented by photonic circuit neural networks and all-optical diffraction neural networks has attracted widespread attention due to their ultra-fast and ultra-efficient computing architectures. In this perspective, we first review some representative works and introduce them through two main lines of planar photonic circuit neural networks and three-dimensional diffraction neural networks to compare their characteristics and performance. We further discuss programmable designs for neuromorphic computing hardware, which bring it closer to general-purpose computing devices. Besides intelligent neural networks in the optical band, we also review the development and application of the diffractive neural networks in the microwave band, showing their programmable capabilities. Finally, we present the future directions and development trends of intelligent neuromorphic computing and its potential applications in wireless communications, information processing, and sensing.</p><h3 data-test=\"abstract-sub-heading\">Graphical abstract</h3>\u0000","PeriodicalId":19016,"journal":{"name":"MRS Communications","volume":"242 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-02-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139768466","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Manuel U. Ramirez-Fuentes, Lorena Duarte-Peña, Emilio Bucio
{"title":"Drug delivery in thermo-responsive silicone catheters by grafting of N-vinylcaprolactam using gamma radiation","authors":"Manuel U. Ramirez-Fuentes, Lorena Duarte-Peña, Emilio Bucio","doi":"10.1557/s43579-024-00528-5","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1557/s43579-024-00528-5","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Radiation-induced graft polymerization of poly(N-vinylcaprolactam) onto silicone catheters by direct irradiation method was studied. The effects of the irradiation dose, as well as the monomer concentration, on the grafting efficiency were studied. The conditions for achieving maximum grafting yield were observed at 30% of monomer concentration in toluene at 50 kGy. The graft polymerization was examined by different characterization methods, including measurements such as thermogravimetric analysis, infrared, water contact angle, and swelling. The temperature-responsive behavior of smart grafted copolymer was studied by swelling at different temperatures. Differently from pristine silicone catheter, the N-vinylcaprolactam-grafted catheters were able to load vancomycin and sustain the release for 30 h.</p><h3 data-test=\"abstract-sub-heading\">Graphical abstract</h3>\u0000","PeriodicalId":19016,"journal":{"name":"MRS Communications","volume":"99 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-02-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139768441","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Slot-die coating of formamidinium-cesium mixed halide perovskites in ambient conditions with FAAc additive","authors":"Nischal Khakurel, Drew Amyx, Maggie Yihong Chen, Yoichi Miyahara, Wilhelmus J. Geerts","doi":"10.1557/s43579-024-00522-x","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1557/s43579-024-00522-x","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Continuous pin-hole free FA<sub>0.78</sub>Cs<sub>0.22</sub>Pb(I<sub>0.85</sub>Br<sub>0.15</sub>)<sub>3</sub> films are deposited by gas-assisted slot-die printing under ambient conditions using DMF/DMSO based ink containing Formamdinium Acetate additive. Using a binary solvent mixture of DMF and DMSO is effective in eliminating the non-perovskite phase that occurs when DMF alone is used. Print-speed, gas flow rate and chuck temperature are optimized to realize homogeneous films with constant bandgap (1.63 eV) over large substrates (2″ × 4″). The perovskite films prepared using two solvents DMF and DMF: DMSO (9:1) were incorporated in single junction devices. The resulting devices show improved fill factor with improved power conversion efficiency.</p><h3 data-test=\"abstract-sub-heading\">Graphical abstract</h3>\u0000","PeriodicalId":19016,"journal":{"name":"MRS Communications","volume":"216 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-02-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139768442","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Molecularly doped polythiophene film as an efficient photocathode for oxygen reduction to hydrogen peroxide","authors":"Hiromi Shinohara, Hiroyuki Nishide","doi":"10.1557/s43579-024-00523-w","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1557/s43579-024-00523-w","url":null,"abstract":"<p>The molecularly doped poly(3-hexylthiophene) (P3HT) was used for the first time as a photocathode for reducing oxygen to H<sub>2</sub>O<sub>2</sub>. For this purpose, a P3HT film was doped with hexaazatriphenylenehexacarbonitrile, which increased the oxygen reduction current at an applied negative potential in the dark. Visible light illumination of the doped P3HT film significantly facilitated the oxygen reduction with a high current density and shifted the onset potential beyond the reaction equilibrium potential. The oxygen reduction performance of the doped P3HT film is discussed in relation to the energy level diagram.</p><h3 data-test=\"abstract-sub-heading\">Graphical abstract</h3>","PeriodicalId":19016,"journal":{"name":"MRS Communications","volume":"2019 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-02-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139768465","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Coupled line waves in parallel-plate metasurface waveguides","authors":"","doi":"10.1557/s43579-024-00519-6","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1557/s43579-024-00519-6","url":null,"abstract":"<h3>Abstract</h3> <p>We investigate the electromagnetic modes supported by parallel-plate waveguides created by juxtaposing two planar metasurface junctions, focusing on specific parameter ranges where each junction sustains a line wave. We explore how these waves interact as the waveguide thickness changes, considering both purely reactive and non-Hermitian scenarios (incorporating gain/loss). Our findings suggest the potential to achieve tightly confined, quasi-one-dimensional modes, as well as exceptional points and intriguing transitions between waveguiding and radiative regimes. These findings hold promise for applications in fields ranging from nonlinear optics to sensing and imaging.</p> <span> <h3>Graphical abstract</h3> <p> <span> <span> <img alt=\"\" src=\"https://static-content.springer.com/image/MediaObjects/43579_2024_519_Figa_HTML.png\"/> </span> </span></p> </span>","PeriodicalId":19016,"journal":{"name":"MRS Communications","volume":"2 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139669501","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Energy absorption of AlSi10Mg origami cellular structures fabricated via laser powder bed fusion","authors":"","doi":"10.1557/s43579-024-00518-7","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1557/s43579-024-00518-7","url":null,"abstract":"<h3>Abstract</h3> <p>We experimentally study the energy absorption of metallic origami cellular structures additively manufactured from an AlSi10Mg alloy. We fabricate AlSi10Mg origami using the laser powder bed fusion (L-PBF) process. Since the as-fabricated AlSi10Mg has limited elongation at break, we systematically examine the heat treatment conditions and achieve the large deformation (i.e., wide folding range) of AlSi10Mg origami without fracture of origami creases. In addition, we use a drop tower impact system to demonstrate the effectiveness of AlSi10Mg origami’s folding behavior for impact energy absorption. Based on our experimental results, AlSi10Mg origami cellular structures could be exploited to develop a highly efficient lightweight impact absorber.</p> <span> <h3>Graphical abstract</h3> <p> <span> <span> <img alt=\"\" src=\"https://static-content.springer.com/image/MediaObjects/43579_2024_518_Figa_HTML.png\"/> </span> </span></p> </span>","PeriodicalId":19016,"journal":{"name":"MRS Communications","volume":"178 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-01-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139647908","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Correction to Braunovic & Alexandrov’s 1994 article on intermetallic compounds at aluminum-to-copper electrical interfaces","authors":"A. Elkjaer","doi":"10.1557/s43579-024-00516-9","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1557/s43579-024-00516-9","url":null,"abstract":"<h3 data-test=\"abstract-sub-heading\">Abstract</h3><p>Interest in aluminium and copper joining processes has increased in recent years due to the growing appeal of using aluminium in electrical applications. Braunovic & Alexandrov’s 1994 article, <i>Intermetallic Compounds at Aluminum-to-Copper Electrical Interfaces: Effect of Temperature and Electric Current</i>, has become a seminal contribution on Al-Cu joining for electrical applications. Their detailed measurements of resistance and intermetallic diffusion rates have become a baseline for assessing the operational performance of Al-Cu joints. The paper has had an increasing citation rate since publication and is in multiple electrical contacts textbooks. However, a minor error has been discovered in the presented analysis. In this short communication, the error is identified and a corrected analysis is provided. The corrected analysis shows that Al-Cu intermetallic growth is ten times slower than previously presented. The corrected analysis has a consequential impact on the utility of Al-Cu joints in electrical applications. Therefore, highlighting the error provides valuable insight for utilising and developing Al-Cu welding in electrical applications.</p><h3 data-test=\"abstract-sub-heading\">Graphical abstract</h3>\u0000","PeriodicalId":19016,"journal":{"name":"MRS Communications","volume":"153 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-01-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139585688","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A method for determining the hydration degree of magnesium potassium phosphate cements","authors":"Yuanquan Yang, Jiamin Han, Runqing Liu","doi":"10.1557/s43579-024-00517-8","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1557/s43579-024-00517-8","url":null,"abstract":"<p>The investigation on the hydration kinetics of magnesium potassium phosphate cements (MKPC) is crucial to understand the development law of engineering properties of MKPC. In this work, isothermal calorimetry and deconvolution operation were used to obtain the hydration degree of MKPC suspension system at various stages under different M/P conditions. A complete mathematical equation for hydration degree was obtained by integrating the parameters of the log–normal function at different stages of hydration. The results show that the hydration process of MKPC were successfully and accurately determined using the lognormal function and deconvolution method. Hydration kinetic parameters were given accurate physical significance by comparing the relationship between the lognormal function and the exact hydration reaction rate. The dissolution process of magnesium oxide (peak I), the formation process of amorphous phase (peak II) and the formation process of phosphate minerals (peak III) of MKPC proceed sequentially, yet partially overlap, and the time of occurrence of the former process influences the latter process.</p><h3 data-test=\"abstract-sub-heading\">Graphical abstract</h3>\u0000","PeriodicalId":19016,"journal":{"name":"MRS Communications","volume":"17 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-01-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139585685","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Formability of low-molecular weight polyethylene oxide reinforced by tempo-oxidized nanocellulose for lithium-ion battery solid polymer electrolyte","authors":"Qolby Sabrina, Riyani Tri Yulianti, Khusnul Khotimah, Achmad Subhan, Nurhalis Majid, Nanang Masruchin, Akihide Sugawara, Yu-I. Hsu, Rike Yudianti, Hiroshi Uyama","doi":"10.1557/s43579-024-00514-x","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1557/s43579-024-00514-x","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Utilizing low-molecular weight polyethylene oxide (L-PEO) for SPE using free-solvent casting technique presented a challenge in terms of electrochemical properties and formability issues. In this study, TEMPO-oxidized NC is utilized as a reinforcing agent to increase free volume and segmental motion of a solid-state L-PEO composite, which allows Li<sup>+</sup> ion transport and prevents mechanical instability. During the breaking-forming process of Li–O bonds, ion transport occurs at a 40 EO/Li molar ratio, which is stabilized by NC structural network via intrachain or interchain hooping. The ion transport of the SPE-C electrolyte membrane fullfill Arrhenius behavior with increasing ionic conductivity.</p><h3 data-test=\"abstract-sub-heading\">Graphical abstract</h3>\u0000","PeriodicalId":19016,"journal":{"name":"MRS Communications","volume":"5 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-01-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139559866","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}