One-pot synthesis of hybrid mesoporous xerogels starting with linear polymethylhydrosiloxane and bridged bis-(trimethoxysilyl)ethane

Zhai, Shang-Ru,Song, Yu,Zhai, Bin,An, Qing-Da,Ha, Chang-Sik Elsevier 2012 Microporous and mesoporous materials Vol.163 No.-

Steam-Chest Molding of Expanded Polypropylene Foams. 2. Mechanism of Interbead Bonding

Zhai, Wentao,Kim, Young-Wook,Jung, Dong Won,Park, Chul B. American Chemical Society 2011 INDUSTRIAL & ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY RESEARCH - Vol.50 No.9

<P>Expanded polypropylene (EPP) bead foams were processed using steam-chest molding. Interbead bonds formed during processing and was characterized by observing both the product surface and the fracture surfaces using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and by measuring the tensile properties of specimens. It was found that both the degree of interbead bonding and the tensile strength had a direct relationship to the steam pressure/temperature and that high steam temperature enhanced the crystallization behavior of EPP beads during the cooling process. A formation mechanism of interbead bonding during processing was proposed based on the crystal melting behaviors, as discussed in the first article of this series (<name name-style='western'>Zhai</name> et al. Ind. Eng. Chem. Res.<x xml:space='preserve'> </x>2010<x xml:space='preserve'>, </x>49<x xml:space='preserve'>, </x>9822). Possible parameters influencing the formation of interbead bonding, namely, steam temperature/pressure and bead foam expansion ratio, were investigated in this study. The effect of postannealing of the EPP products on the shrinkage and crystallinity of the molded EPP products was also addressed.</P>

Genetic and antigenic characterization of fragments of the pheasant immunoglobulin Y heavy chain constant region

Jing Zhai,Weishan Chang,Zhenzhen Zhai,Xingliang Ma,Lingling Yang,Jinfeng Ti,Daozhen Song,Shijun Fu,Dapeng Li 한국유전학회 2016 Genes & Genomics Vol.38 No.8

Few studies have attempted to characterize the pheasant (Phasianus colchicus) immunoglobulin Y (IgY) heavy chain constant region. In the present study, fragments of the pheasant IgY heavy chain constant region were cloned, analyzed, and expressed. The cross-reactivity of IgY or immunoglobulin G (IgG)s with antigens from other vertebrate species was determined using dot-enzymelinked immunosorbent assay and western blot analysis. Five peptides of the pheasant IgY heavy chain constant region were synthesized to determine its immunoregulatory activity in vitro. The IgY heavy chain constant region from pheasant showed the highest homology with that from chicken (71.2 %) and duck (49.1 %). Phylogenetic analysis for IgY showed that pheasant was closely related to chicken and duck than to any other analyzed vertebrate species. The rabbit anti-chicken IgG showed immunologic cross-reactivity with recombinant proteins of the pheasant IgY heavy chain constant region. Four peptides were able to induce significant up-regulation of interleukin (IL)-1b, IL-4, and interferon-c in chicken peripheral blood lymphocytes, suggesting a new role of avian IgY in immune regulation.

Analysis of Active Components and Proteomics of Chinese Wild Rice (Zizania latifolia (Griseb) Turcz) and Indica Rice (Nagina22)

Ming-xia Jiang,Li-jie Zhai,Hua Yang,Shu-menghui Zhai,Cheng-kai Zhai 한국식품영양과학회 2016 Journal of medicinal food Vol.19 No.8

The ancient Chinese wild rice (Zizania latifolia (Griseb) Turcz) (CWR) has valuable biological and medicinal functions. To assess the advantages lost in modern cultivated rice after domestication, we compared the composition of bioactive compounds and the results of proteomic analysis with those of Indica rice (N22). We used routine methods to determine the protein, total dietary fiber, amino acid, mineral substance, plant secondary metabolites, and amino acid composition of CWR and N22. The protein and mineral contents of CWR were two times that of N22, and the levels of calcium, potassium, magnesium, chromium, iron, and zinc were significantly higher than those of N22 (P < .05). There was ~7.6 times more dietary fiber in CWR than in N22, but fewer carbohydrates (P < .05). Anthocyanins and chlorophyll were detected in CWR, but were absent from N22. Compared with N22, CWR had 53, 19, and 5.4 times higher (P < .05) levels of saponins, flavonoids, and plant sterols, respectively. The amino acid score of CWR was 66.6, which was significantly higher than N22. Sodium dodecyl sulfate–polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis (SDS-PAGE) indicated that the main seed proteins of CWR were glutelins, including both acid and alkaline subunits, which were approximately twice those of N22. To investigate the differences in protein profiles between CWR and N22, we conducted two-dimensional electrophoresis (2-DE) analysis of the total proteins in the seeds of the two rice species. 2-DE gels revealed 19 differentially expressed proteins. Information obtained from peptide mass fingerprinting indicates that glutelin precursor caffeoyl coenzyme A (CoA) O-methyltransferase and putative bithoraxoid-like protein can provide good gene sources for improving rice quality.

An electrostatic discharge based needle-to-needle booster for dramatic performance enhancement of triboelectric nanogenerators

Zhai, Cong,Chou, Xiujian,He, Jian,Song, Linlin,Zhang, Zengxing,Wen, Tao,Tian, Zhumei,Chen, Xi,Zhang, Wendong,Niu, Zhichuan,Xue, Chenyang Elsevier 2018 APPLIED ENERGY Vol.231 No.-

<P><B>Abstract</B></P> <P>There is plenty of exploitable energy in the ambient environments. Triboelectric nanogenerator is an innovative electricity generation technology to convert the wasted mechanical energy into electrical energy. However, the output of conventional triboelectric nanogenerators cannot be employed efficiently because their tremendous internal resistance limits the current of electrons. Inspired by the principle of lightning rods, for the first time we propose the utilization of electrostatic discharge to improve the performance of triboelectric nanogenerators, which is realized by an opposite needles structure enclosed in an inert atmosphere. When this structure is connected in series with a vertical contact-separation triboelectric nanogenerator, the strong electric field near tips of two needles ionizes the gas around them, forming a conductive plasma channel between the tips, and releasing a mass of free charges. As a result, some exciting performances are obtained in triboelectric nanogenerator. The output peak-to-peak voltage is increased from 300 V to 1300 V, and the equivalent impedance of energy harvesting circuit is reduced from 100 MΩ to 10 kΩ. Especially in the optimal conditions, the maximum continuous power can even be significantly improved by 330.76%. Therefore, this work provides a new strategy for the energy conversion technology, which is significant for the advancement and application of triboelectric nanogenerators.</P> <P><B>Highlights</B></P> <P> <UL> <LI> A strategy is proposed to improve the performance of triboelectric nanogenerators. </LI> <LI> The maximum continuous power can be boosted dramatically by electrostatic discharge. </LI> <LI> This design reduces the optimal impedance that is important for circuit matching. </LI> <LI> With this design triboelectric nanogenerators can directly drive low-power devices. </LI> <LI> This work is also significant for macro-energy conversion, such as ocean energy. </LI> </UL> </P> <P><B>Graphical abstract</B></P> <P>[DISPLAY OMISSION]</P>

An Integrated Simulation Method to Support Virtual Factory Engineering

Zhai, Wenbin,Fan, Xiumin,Yan, Juanqi,Zhu, Pengsheng Society for Computational Design and Engineering 2002 International Journal of CAD/CAM Vol.2 No.1

This paper presents a structure and architecture of an integrated simulation method (ISM) to meet the requirements of virtual factory engineering (VFE). Combining CAD, VR and discrete event simulation techniques, the ISM provides static and dynamic simulation functions for implementation of VFE throughout the lifecycle. The static simulation can be used to evaluate the factory layout. The dynamic simulation enables us to evaluate ergonomics of factory, process performance of production system, feasibility of production plan and operation of factory, and to train operators safely, which cover the whole VFE lifecycle. The principles of the key techniques of VFE, including virtual factory data management system (VFDMS), static and dynamic simulation, are also discussed. To demonstrate and validate the ISM, a case study has been carried out in an assembly factory.

Adhesives and Sealants Used in Machinery and Equipment Assembly, Maintain and Repair

Zhai, Haichao,Li, Yinbai,Lin, Xinsong The Society of Adhesion and Interface 2002 접착 및 계면 Vol.3 No.1

In this paper, some idea about the use of Metal and ceramic filled epoxy adhesive, Anaerobic adhesive and RTV silicone in the assembly, maintain and repair of machinery and equipment is given. Many examples which have been successfully used in Chinese industry are introduced: ${\bullet}$ Wear, Abrasion, Corrosion/Erosion Resistance and Metal Rebuilding Worn shafts, Scored Hydraulic Ram, Bearing Housings, Slurry Pumps (Bodies & Impellers), Slide-ways, Heat Exchangers, Cracked Castings and Molds. Leaking Pipes and Tanks. ${\bullet}$ Locking and Retaining Thread, Bearing, Keyways, Bolts, Nuts, Studs, Gears, Collars, Motors. ${\bullet}$ Scaling and Gasketing Flanges, Pipe Joints, Machined surfaces.

Study on Heat Resistance Anaerobic Adhesive Which Expands When Post Cured

Zhai, Haichao,Li, Yinbai,Lin, Xinsong The Society of Adhesion and Interface 2002 접착 및 계면 Vol.3 No.1

In this paper, N,N-m-phenyenedimaleimide (m-PDM), Polyamide Resin (PI) and Metallic dimethacrylate etc. influencing the heat resistance of anaerobic adhesive has been studied, an anaerobic adhesive composition capable of post-cure expansion and $230^{\circ}C$ temperature resistance comprising a multifunctional methacrylate and m-PDM capable of effectuating expansion upon post-cure has been developed. A homogeneous mixture of a monomer and m-PDM are subjected to a first cure heat stage (Room Temperature) wherein a rigid partially-cured plastic is formed and a post-cure heat stage ($150^{\circ}C$) to effectuate permanent expansion of cured adhesive composition.

MicroRNA-206 Protects against Myocardial Ischaemia-Reperfusion Injury in Rats by Targeting Gadd45β

Zhai, Changlin,Qian, Qang,Tang, Guanmin,Han, Bingjiang,Hu, Huilin,Yin, Dong,Pan, Haihua,Zhang, Song Korean Society for Molecular and Cellular Biology 2017 Molecules and cells Vol.40 No.12

MicroRNAs are widely involved in the pathogenesis of cardiovascular diseases through regulating gene expression via translational inhibition or degradation of their target mRNAs. Recent studies have indicated a critical role of microRNA-206 in myocardial ischaemia-reperfusion (I/R) injury. However, the function of miR-206 in myocardial I/R injury is currently unclear. The present study was aimed to identify the specific role of miR-206 in myocardial I/R injury and explore the underlying molecular mechanism. Our results revealed that the expression level of miR-206 was significantly decreased both in rat I/R group and H9c2 cells subjected to hypoxia/reoxygenation (H/R) compared with the corresponding control. Overexpression of miR-206 observably decreased infarct size and inhibited the cardiomyocyte apoptosis induced by I/R injury. Furthermore, bioinformatics analysis, luciferase activity and western blot assay proved that $Gadd45{\beta}$ (growth arrest DNA damage-inducible gene $45{\beta}$) was a direct target gene of miR-206. In addition, the expression of pro-apoptotic-related genes, such as p53, Bax and cleaved caspase3, was decreased in association with the down-regulation of $Gadd45{\beta}$. In summary, this study demonstrates that miR-206 could protect against myocardial I/R injury by targeting $Gadd45{\beta}$.

Impact of high-temperature-water cooling damage on the mechanical properties of concrete

Zhai, Yue,Li, Yan,Li, Yubai,Wang, Siwei,Liu, Yi,Song, Ki-Il Elsevier 2019 Construction & building materials Vol.215 No.-

<P><B>Abstract</B></P> <P>A series of impact tests were conducted on split Hopkinson pressure bar equipment to study the influence of high-temperature-cooling damage on the mechanical properties of concrete. The experimental investigation showed the influence on the peak stress, peak strain, and fracture mode. The results indicate that the strain rate is directly related to the loading rate and heating temperature. The test results of natural cooling and water immersion cooling treatment were compared, which showed that the strength of water-cooled specimens is higher than that of naturally cooled specimens before the heating temperature reaches 400 °C and becomes much lower when the heating temperature is higher than 400 °C. Based on the experimental study, a dynamic non-linear elastic constitutive equation was established using a particle swarm optimization algorithm and an inversion analysis method. These results could provide theoretical references for the design of the ultimate strength of concrete materials for practical applications, such as fire and explosion prevention.</P> <P><B>Highlights</B></P> <P> <UL> <LI> High temperature-cooling damage on mechanical properties for concrete is tested. </LI> <LI> The strain rate is directly related to the loading rate and heating temperature. </LI> <LI> 400 °C can be considered as the threshold of high temperature-water cooling damage. </LI> <LI> Dynamic non-linear elastic constitutive equation is established. </LI> </UL> </P>