본 연구는 세 가지 포장 조건(함기 포장(AP), 진공 포장 (VP), 공기치환 포장(MAP))이 건식 숙성 햄의 이화학적 특성, 색도, 및 미생물 안전성에 미치는 영향을 6개월 저 장 기간 동안 조사하였다. 산화 및 단백질 분해 측면에서, 함기 포장(AP)은 TBA 값이 가장 높아 지질 산화가 가장 심하게 진행되었으며, VBN 함량 역시 가장 높아 단백질 분해도 가장 두드러졌다. 반면 진공 포장(VP)은 산화 변 화가 가장 적고 저장 기간 동안 pH가 가장 안정적으로 유 지되었다. 공기치환 포장(MAP)은 염분이 점진적으로 축 적되는 경향을 보였으며, 수분 활성도(water activity)가 가 장 안정적으로 유지되었다. 색도 측면에서, 진공 포장(VP) 은 저장 중 적색도(redness)를 유의하게 향상시킨 반면, 함 기포장(AP)은 명도(lightness)가 가장 높았지만 적색도는 시간이 지남에 따라 감소하였다. 미생물학적 측면에서, 공 기치환포장(MAP)은 6개월 시점에서 일반 생균수(TPC) 및 젖산균(LAB) 수가 가장 높게 나타나, 변형된 혐기적 환경 이 미생물 증식을 촉진한 것으로 판단된다. 결론적으로, 진공 포장은 산화 안정성과 색도 유지 측면에서 가장 효 과적인 포장 방법으로 평가되며, 공기치환 포장은 장기 저 장 시 미생물 및 이화학적 품질의 균형을 위한 추가적인 최적화가 필요한 것으로 나타났다.

Coal gasification slag (CGS), a byproduct of coal chemical processes, can be repurposed as functional materials through acid treatment to remove impurities such as Al, Ca, and Fe.This study investigates the acid-leaching behavior of these impurities by examining the slag’s mineralogical structure and elemental distribution. The process involved initial carbonash separation via physical sieving (0.85 mm), yielding a low-carbon slag (L-CS) with < 3% carbon content and a 48.33% yield, characterized by dense, lamellar aluminosilicate glass with uniformly dispersed and encapsulated Ca and Fe. The L-CS was subjected to heat treatment at varying temperatures, followed by hydrochloric acid leaching. Results revealed that heat treatment broke and rearranged the original Si-O-Si(Al) bonds, partially converting [AlO4] structural units into more stable [AlO6] and leading to the sequential formation of magnetite and esseneite phases. This structural reorganization significantly reduced the leaching rates of Al, Ca, and Fe. Kinetic analysis demonstrated that the leaching of Fe and Ca was governed by a combination of internal diffusion and interfacial chemical reactions, whereas Al leaching was controlled solely by interfacial reactions. The Ca and Fe components were leached more readily than Al. Under optimized conditions (70 °C, 180 min, 8% HCl, liquid-to-solid ratio 8:1), the leaching rates reached 74.17% for Al, 90.01% for Ca, and 83.34% for Fe. The acid-leached residue primarily retained amorphous aluminosilicate phases with minor quartz, exhibiting a more ordered structure than the precursor. Morphologically, the original dense structure was disrupted, forming fractured surfaces composed of 40–60 nm nanospheres. The residue possessed a specific surface area of 101.44 m²/g and an average pore diameter of 5.734 nm. These findings indicate that the acid-leached CGS residue has significant potential for direct application as a mesoporous adsorbent material or for uses requiring enhanced reactivity.

The rapid development of electronic devices towards higher power density and miniaturization, has made heat dissipation a critical challenge that limits their reliability and lifespan. This study presents the preparation of natural flake graphite (NFG)-based composites, synergistically modulated by intermediate-phase carbon microspheres (MCMB) and spherical graphite (SG), via micro-hot pressing 3D additive molding technology. This innovative approach addresses the limitations of traditional metal-based heat dissipation materials. The pore structure and properties of the composites were optimized by varying the contents of MCMB and spherical graphite. The results demonstrated that the composites exhibited superior overall performance when 40 wt% MCMB and 20 wt% SG were incorporated. The compressive strength significantly increased to 32.71 MPa, while the thermal conductivity in the parallel and perpendicular directions reached 351.08 W/ (m·K) and 296.16 W/(m·K), respectively, and the anisotropy ratio was reduced to 1.18. Mechanistic analysis revealed that MCMB reduced anisotropy by disrupting the orientation of the NFG lamellae, while SG optimized the pore structure and established a multistage thermal conductivity pathway. The synergistic effects of both components resulted in a unified material with high thermal conductivity, low thermal expansion, and strong mechanical properties, offering a novel solution for the thermal management of electronic devices.

Military tents are crucial for military operations. Existing military tents use insulating and photonically inert textiles, which cannot be used as electric or light-driven heaters, significantly restricting their application in high-altitude combat zones. Considering the simultaneous threats of rain, snow, electromagnetic radiation and bullet impact in the battlefield, a kind of multifunctional protective material is necessary for military tents. In this paper, a multifunctional material including MXene as the functional layer, nylon fabric as the base material, and room temperature vulcanized silicone rubber as the surface waterproof layer is developed. The results show that: Results show that the synergistic effect of MXene and silicone rubber modifies the surface roughness and surface energy of pure nylon fabric, increasing its hydrophobic contact angle from 38.3° to 105.3°. MXene can form continuous conductive networks on fabric surfaces at varying concentrations. The electromagnetic shielding effectiveness of MXene and silicone rubber modified nylon (MS-Nylon) in the X-band spectrum increases to 17.64 dB to 18.54 dB when the mass fraction of MXene reaches 18.87%. Concurrently, the fabric's photothermal performance was significantly enhanced. Comparing with Nylon without photothermal property, the surface temperature of MS-Nylon reached 42.29 °C after exposure to sunlight (illuminance of 88.5 × 103 LUX). Following exposure to incandescent (200 W) and infrared (375 W) lamps, MS-Nylon temperatures reached 49.45 °C and 90.00 °C respectively. Notably, nylon's inherent mechanical and bulletproof properties remained nearly unchanged. This work provides valuable insights for the design of next generation multifunctional protective equipment.

Designing catalysts with suitable valence conduction band positions to generate reactive oxygen species (ROS) with moderate redox capacity is to achieve efficient photocatalytic biomass-selective value-added oxidation. This protocol addresses the issue by tuning material structural defects, altering the surface electronic structure, and ultimately enhancing the raw material’s performance. Here, an appropriate amount of one - dimensional nanorods α-MnO2 adjusted material structural defects, increased the adsorbed oxygen (Oads)/lattice oxygen (Olatt) and Mn3+ ratios, and served as an electron transport conduit, facilitating O₂ activation to generate ROS. The Cd1.7In2S4.7 solid solution enables the optimal valence band position by adjusting the Cd2+: In3+ ratio, thus selectively oxidizing 5-hydroxymethylfurfural (HMF) to 2,5-dicarbonylfuran (DFF). In situ XPS revealed that photogenerated electrons in Cd1.7In2S4.7 quickly transferred to the conduction band of α-MnO2, and photogenerated holes from α-MnO2 moved to the valence band of Cd1.7In2S4.7. This significantly enhanced the separation and transfer efficiency of photogenerated carriers at the interface. The optimal sample achieved 56% conversion of HMF and 72% selectivity of DFF under simulated sunlight. This protocol provides a new approach for the establishment of electron transport channel structures based on α-MnO2 constructs and value-added biomass photocatalytic conversion under simulated sunlight.

Background: Lumbar Joint Mobilization (LJM) applies rhythmic forces to lumbar joints to improve mechanics and pain. Recent evidence suggests potential benefits for somatosensory input and postural control, though direction-specific effects remain unclear. Objectives: To investigate short-term effects of LJM on standing stability and trunk control through pre-post intervention comparison. Design: Quasi-experimental study. Methods: Twenty-five participants were randomized to experimental (n=13) or control (n=12) groups. Single-leg balance was assessed using force platform measurement with eyes open/closed conditions. The experimental group received Maitland-technique LJM including spinal compression, lateral compression, transverse process mobilization, rotational oscillation, and traction. Balance parameters included medio-lateral standard deviation (ML-SD), anteroposterior standard deviation (AP-SD), sway area, and path length. Results: The experimental group demonstrated significant medio-lateral stability enhancement (64% ML-SD reduction, P =0.003) with significant group×time interaction (F=4.20, P=0.043, η²p=0.044). Sway area decreased by 67% and path length showed large effect size (d=1.19, P<0.001). Improvements occurred in both visual conditions without increased visual dependence (stable Romberg Quotient), indicating somatosensory-driven enhancement. Machine learning classification achieved near-perfect accuracy (AUC=1.000). Conclusion: LJM produces immediate, direction-specific improvements in lateral trunk control through enhanced somatosensory feedback. Larger trials with long-term follow-up are needed to confirm sustained benefits.

Nickel-cobalt layered double hydroxide (NiCo-LDH) is a promising supercapacitor material, but its performance is limited by nanosheet stacking and poor conductivity. Incorporating a porous carbon support is an effective strategy to overcome these issues. Herein, porous carbon derived from both puffed and unpuffed sorghum seeds was synthesized at various pre-carbonization temperatures. The optimized carbon from puffed seeds (PH-R4A7), abundant in pyridinic-N and oxygen groups, facilitates the uniform growth of NiCo-LDH. The resulting NiCo-LDH/PH-R4A7 composite delivers a high specific capacitance of 807.2 C g− 1 at 1 A g− 1 and excellent capacitance retention (69.9% at 20 A g− 1), surpassing both pristine NiCo-LDH and its unpuffed counterpart (NiCo-LDH/PC-R4A7). Furthermore, an asymmetric supercapacitor (NiCo-LDH/PH-R4A7//PH-R6A7) achieves a high energy density of 85.1 Wh kg− 1 at a power density of 799.9 W kg− 1, along with outstanding cycling stability (88.4% capacitance retention after 10,000 cycles). This work demonstrates that puffing pretreatment is an important strategy for enhancing the structural and electrochemical properties of NiCo-LDH/ porous carbon composites.

경량화와 연비 개선을 위해 크루즈선 선루 구조에는 박판 보강판 구조가 널리 사용된다. 그러나 이러한 세장한 형상은 압축, 횡 방향 및 전단 하중이 복합적으로 작용할 경우 좌굴에 매우 취약하다. 따라서 좌굴 강도의 정확한 평가는 구조 설계의 핵심 요소이나, 기존 의 유한요소해석 기반 접근법은 시간이 많이 소요되어 초기 설계 단계에서 광범위한 파라미터 연구를 수행하기에는 비실용적이다. 본 연구 에서는 DNV Panel Ultimate Limit State(PULS) 방법을 이용하여 크루즈선 선루 구조를 대표하는 박판 보강판의 체계적인 좌굴 강도 평가를 수 행하였다. 다양한 판 두께와 2차 보강재 유무를 포함한 보강재 구성을 갖는 패널 모델들을 복합 면내 하중 조건에서 분석하였으며, 초기 기 하학적 결함은 선급 요구사항에 따라 명시적으로 고려하여 실제적인 좌굴 거동을 확보하였다. 결과에 따르면, 2차 보강재 설치는 판의 좌굴 길이를 효과적으로 감소시켜 좌굴 강성을 크게 향상시키지만, 그 효과는 판 두께와 보강재 강성 간의 상호작용에 크게 의존한다. 변수 분석 결과, 판 두께 증가가 항상 더 높은 좌굴 강도로 이어지는 것은 아니며, 일정 두께 임계값을 넘어서면 보강재의 국부 좌굴이 극한 강도를 지배할 수 있음이 확인되었다. 또한 다양한 구성에서 일관된 좌굴 강도 경향이 관찰되어, 개별적인 설계 조정보다는 판과 보강재 변수의 통 합 최적화가 중요함을 강조한다. 본 연구의 결과는 크루즈선 선루 구조의 박판 보강판 최적화를 위한 실용적인 설계 통찰을 제공하며, DNV-PULS 방법이 예비 및 비교 설계 단계에서 좌굴 강도를 신속하고 신뢰성 있게 평가하는 도구로서의 유효성을 확인하였다.

본 연구의 목표는 정적 탠덤 진수 조건에서 대형 선박 블록의 효율적이고 정확한 종방향 강도 평가를 위한 표준화된 유한 요소 (FE) 메쉬 크기를 확정하는 것이다. FE 해석은 높은 정확도를 제공하지만, 과도한 모델링 및 계산 비용으로 인해 조선소에서의 일상적인 사용에 제약이 있다. 반대로, 간소화된 규칙 기반 빔 이론 평가는 효율적이지만, 복잡하고 부분적으로 용접된 블록 형상을 적절하게 표현 하지 못하여 생산 단계 평가의 정확성에 대한 문제를 갖고 있다. 이러한 격차를 해소하기 위해, 국부적인 용접과 스트롱백 구속 조건을 포함한 실제 제작 단계 조건을 명시적으로 반영한 174K급 LNG 운반선(LNGC) 후미 블록의 상세한 FE 모델을 분석하였다. MSC.NASTRAN 선형 정적 해석법을 사용하여 20mm에서 1,200mm까지의 요소 크기에 걸쳐 조합 응력 응답을 평가하는 체계적인 메쉬 수렴 분석을 수행하 고, 그 결과를 ABS 규칙 기반 계산 결과와 비교 분석하였다. 조밀한 요소 크기(20~100mm)는 국부적인 응력 집중에 의한 응력 차이가 크게 발생하고, 메쉬 크기가 약 800mm 이상에서는 최대응력이 일정하게 수렴하는 결과를 나타냈다. 유한 요소법으로 계산된 조합 응력은 허용 단면 계수 및 구조적 안전성 평가를 포함한 규칙 기반 평가 결과와 높은 일치도를 보였다. 따라서 요소 크기 800mm는 전체적인 종방향 강도 평가에 있어 계산 효율성과 구조적 정확도 사이의 최적의 결과를 제공하는 것으로 확인되었다. 이러한 결과는 선급 협회의 요구 사 항을 준수하면서 신뢰할 수 있고 생산 지향적인 평가를 가능하게 하는 실용적인 유한 요소 모델링 지침을 제공하고 있다.

This study investigates the repeated impact behavior and compression-after-impact (CAI) performance of triaxially braided carbon/glass fiber-reinforced polymer (C/GFRP) composite tubes. A two-stage experimental strategy was proposed to evaluate the synergistic effect of interlayer hybridization and axial yarn reinforcement on damage evolution and mechanical performance. In Stage I, six hybrid braided tubes with different carbon/glass stacking configurations—including pure carbon, pure glass, layered, and reversed-layered structures—were subjected to repeated low-velocity impacts at 31 J. Micro-CT was employed to reconstruct the internal damage morphology and assess damage accumulation. The optimal interlayer configuration was selected based on impact force, displacement, energy absorption, and internal failure characteristics. In Stage II, the selected structure was further reinforced with four types of axial yarns (none, carbon, glass, and carbon/glass alternating), and their axial compressive and CAI performance after 10 J impact was tested. Results revealed that reversed interlayer design effectively suppressed crack propagation and improved damage tolerance under cyclic impacts. Moreover, the inclusion of hybrid axial yarns significantly enhanced residual compressive strength without compromising energy absorption. This study establishes a lightweight, high-performance braided tube design strategy suitable for aerospace and transportation applications.

Carbon fibers (CFs) are notable for their lightweight, high strength, and excellent electrical conductivity, making them promising for applications like electrical wiring. However, integrating CFs into copper-based wiring systems faces challenges, particularly regarding conductivity loss in fractured CFs. This article discusses a two-step experiment to enhance electrical and mechanical connection. Electrothermal-induced solvent evaporation (EISE) and meniscus-confined electrochemical deposition (MECD) were identified as effective methods for welding fractured CFs and were successfully implemented in open-air environment. Deposition of carbon nanotubes (CNTs) around the fiber improved conductivity by reducing fiber-tofiber contact resistance and creating a metal-like surface. Microstructural analysis and EDS analysis revealed that the CNT cladding exhibited high density and fewer irregularities and bulges in the joint area. Furthermore, the CNTs were tangled, forming a less organized structure compared to the original CF. In contrast, the Cu cladding exhibited paint-like coverage, significant irregularities, bulges, and cracks but maintained a small thickness. Electrical testing revealed that the average resistance of a single joined fiber decreased to resistance of 11.45 Ω and an electrical resistivity of 2.27 Ω/m, demonstrating improved electrical conductivity. Under optimal conditions, the joined fibers exhibited plastic fracture, and all joints showed improved performance except joint 1.e-g enhanced mechanical strength and stress tolerance.

Thermal property represents a critical metric when evaluating the performance of next generation nuclear graphite. Despite the extensive measurement data available, a detailed investigation into the influence of microstructure on graphite’s thermal conductivity remains underexplored. In this work, taking advantage of the distinct microstructures between different graphite grades, a comparative study of four graphite grades was conducted to elucidate the structure–property relationship. The microstructures of graphite were characterized by Raman spectroscopy and X-ray diffraction techniques, demonstrating specimen preparation induced damage and annealing induced restoration. Thermal properties were investigated across multiple scales using laser flash analysis and photothermal radiometry. The results indicate that despite similar densities, thermal conductivity varies significantly between different grades and correlates positively with crystallite sizes. By interpolating an infinitely large crystallite and removing the impact of macroscale porosity, an upper bound for the thermal conductivity of isotropic defect-free nuclear graphite has been established.

This study investigates the Dunhuang medallion patterns of the Tang Dynasty as its primary focus, conducting a systematic analysis of their morphological structures and color characteristics across four distinct historical phases, from the Early to the Late Tang periods. It also elucidates the evolution of patterns, tracing their transformation from the Early Tang's “cross” structure to the Middle-Late Tang's “six-partition” structure. Additionally, it interprets the sociological and cultural significance embedded within this progression. The study integrates shape grammar theory to create a layered deconstruction framework for pattern analysis based on split grammar principles and proposes an innovative design methodology that includes four deduction rules: generative, modifying, inherited, and derivative. New patterns are generated through vectorized extraction and regularized deduction, preserving traditional elements while aligning with modern aesthetics. The method's feasibility and utility were validated through a practical case using the design on a silk scarf, completing a research cycle of “analysis-extraction-derivation-validation.” Research shows that shape grammar provides a systematic method for innovating traditional patterns, while the resulting framework opens new avenues for reinterpreting cultural heritage.

Plant-derived natural products, recognized for their bioactive properties and minimal side effects, have been widely explored for their potential in obesity management. Identifying plant-based agents that can modulate adipocyte function with low cytotoxicity is essential for developing safe and effective anti-obesity interventions. In this study, Philadelphus schrenkii (Korean mock orange) was identified as a promising candidate following an initial screening for agents that exhibit minimal cytotoxicity and reduced adipocyte differentiation, as assessed by Oil Red O staining. The anti-obesity effects of P. schrenkii methanol extract (PSE) were evaluated by using in vitro and in vivo models. PSE treatment significantly reduced C3H10T1/2 preadipocyte differentiation and upregulated thermogenic markers, including Ucp1 and Dio2, in differentiated cells. Although PSE did not induce weight loss, alter food intake, or improve the serum metabolic profiles in a diet-induced obesity mouse model, it notably enhanced the thermogenic Ucp1 expression in inguinal white adipose tissue (iWAT) and brown adipose tissue. It also mitigated high-fat diet-induced adiposity in iWAT, accompanied by Protein Kinase A signaling activation. These findings suggest that PSE modulates adipose tissue function by suppressing adipogenesis and promoting thermogenic gene expression without weight reduction or metabolic improvement. Based on these effects, PSE may contribute as a supportive agent to plant-based therapeutic strategies against obesity

The present study evaluated the antibacterial efficacy of Maclura tricuspidata root (MTroot) extracts against the cariogenic bacterium Streptococcus mutans. The chloroform (CHCl3) fraction obtained from organic solvent partitioning of the MTroot ethanol extract was subfractionated using open-column chromatography on silica gel. Among the subfractions obtained, subfraction 3 (Fra-3) obtained in 1:1 (v/v) n-hexan:ethyl acetate solvent system exhibited the most potent antibacterial activity. Accordingly, the chemical composition was analyzed using ultraperformance liquid chromatography coupled with quadrupole time-of-flight mass spectrometry in positive electrospray ionization mode. In addition, the antibacterial activity of Fra-3 against S. mutans was assessed at each stage of extraction. While the minimum inhibitory concentrations (MICs) of the CHCl3, EtOAc, n-butanol, and aqueous fractions against S. mutans were above 15, 120, 120, and 120 μg/mL, respectively, the MICs of the subfractions obtained from silica gel open-column chromatography using different n-hexane:ethyl acetate ratios (3:1, 1:1, and 1:3) were 3.0, 1.5, and 25.0 μg/mL, respectively. Fra-3 was tentatively found to contain 38 major compounds, including kuwanon C, kuwanon E, cudratricusxanthone L, morusin C, cycloartocarpesin, kuwanon A, mulberrofuranol, and moracin U, which accounted for 66.7% of the total ion response. Collectively, these findings suggest that kuwanon C, kuwanon E, and cudratricusxanthone L present in MTroots may serve as novel therapeutic targets to prevent dental caries caused by S. mutans.

This paper investigates the problem of ship course control in the presence of model uncertainties, external disturbances, and actuator saturation. A high-performance autopilot is developed based on a direct neural network adaptive dynamic surface control (DSC) framework integrated with deep reinforcement learning. To compensate for lumped uncertainties arising from unmodeled dynamics and disturbances, a radial basis function (RBF) neural network is employed to provide online approximation within the control design. Moreover, the actuator saturation constraint is explicitly incorporated into the controller, avoiding performance degradation commonly encountered in conventional DSC schemes.To alleviate the reliance on manual parameter tuning, the controller parameter adaptation is formulated as a continuous-action optimization problem and solved using a deep deterministic policy gradient (DDPG) algorithm. The DDPG agent learns an optimal tuning policy by maximizing a reward function that penalizes course tracking errors, excessive control variations, and energy consumption. Simulation results demonstrate that the proposed method achieves improved tracking accuracy, smoother control inputs, and enhanced robustness under complex operating conditions, thereby validating the effectiveness of the DDPG-based adaptive tuning strategy for autonomous ship navigation.