Influence of Electrodeposition Parameters on Morphology and Polymer Inclusion into Polymer/Zn Composite Coatings

In this study different type of composite coatings was obtained by electrodeposition using zinc as matrix and polymeric particles as disperse phase in zinc sulphate electrolyte. The effects of some electrodeposition parameters on the thickness and morphology of obtained composite coatings were analysed by optical microscopy, Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) and Energy-Dispersive X-Ray Spectroscopy (EDX) methods. Polymeric particles inclusion into zinc matrix was correlated with imposed electrodeposition parameters. It was observed that the thickness of the coatings is influenced by electrodeposition parameters. From the morphology of the coatings, it could be concluded that pure zinc has a regular surface with hexagonal crystals, while the composite coatings have fine surface structure. Also, the electrodeposition parameters influence the inclusion of the dispersed phase into metallic matrix that will influence further the different properties of the composite materials.

A Hybrid Model Method for Accurate Surface Deformation and Incision Based on FEM and PBD

In some simulations like virtual surgery, an accurate surface deformation method is needed. Many deformation methods focus on the whole model swing and twist. Few methods focus on surface deformation. For the surface deformation method, two necessary characteristics are needed: the accuracy and real-time performance. Some traditional methods, such as position-based dynamics (PBD) and mass-spring method (MSM), focus more on the real-time performance. Others like the finite element method (FEM) focus more on the accuracy. To balance these two characteristics, we propose a hybrid mesh deformation method for accurate surface deformation based on FEM and PBD. Firstly, we construct a hybrid mesh, which is composed of a coarse volume mesh and a fine surface mesh. Secondly, we implement FEM on coarse volume mesh and PBD on fine surface mesh, and the deformation of fine surface mesh is constrained by the displacement of the coarse volume mesh. Thirdly, we introduced a small incision process for our proposed method. Finally, we implemented our method on a simple deformation simulation and a small incision simulation. The result shows an accurate surface deformation performance by implementing our method. The incision effect shows the compatibility of our proposed method. In conclusion, our proposed method acquires a better trade-off between accuracy and real-time performance.

Research on Application Technology of Self Melting Ice Fine Surface Treatment

The construction of the expressway network has brought great convenience to the people’s travel, and it also brings the hidden danger of driving safety, especially the snow and ice problem in winter which threatens the safety of the people’s life and property. In order to solve the problem of dark(black)ice on the pavement safely, quickly, efficiently and conveniently, this study has developed a self melting ice fine surface treatment technology with the combination of the preventive maintenance mask technology and the self melting ice technology, which will have a definite effect on the deicing technology of the highway pavement in winter.

The Development of Fine Surface Roughness of FeCrAl Substrate by Gamma Alumina Coating Material Through Nickel Oxide Catalyst

The most commonly used method for protecting atmospherically exposed steel against corrosion, is the application of protective organic coating systems. It is widely recognized that the stability of the coating-substrate interface is related to the interfacial adhesion forces and electrochemical properties of this region. This study aim to develop fine surface roughness by ultrasonic and electroplating coating methods that applied for FeCrAl catalytic converter. This method consists of thwo methods which are ultrasonic bath that carried out by frequency of 35 kHz and various ultrasonic times of 1, 1.5, 2, 2.5 and 3 hours is imposed and the electroplating was conducted for several variation times of 15, 30, 45, 60 and 75 minutes, current density of 8 A/dm2. The result shows that the surface roughness of UB samples in between 0.11 to 0.21 µm, UBdEL samples of 0.81 to 2.17 µm, UB+EL samples of 0.64 to 1.63 µm and EL samples of 0.69 to 1.11 µm. The finest surface of each techniques are located at UB 1.5 h, UBdEL 45 minutes, UB 1.5 h+EL 30 minutes and UB 30 minutes. That data is supported by coating thickness of coated FeCrAl substrate where UB samples in between 2 -2.8 µm, UBdEL samples of 4.1 to 5 µm, UB+EL samples of 9.1 to 12 µm and EL samples of 6.2 to 11.3 µm.

MAXIMIZING THE VALUE OF PHOTOGRAMMETRIC SURVEYS IN THE CONSERVATION OF WALL PAINTINGS

In the field of wall painting conservation, photogrammetric surveys are an increasingly common documentation tool. The outputs from these surveys, including captured images, orthophotos, and three-dimensional models, are used by conservators to monitor and record condition phenomena and conservation treatments. To serve these conservation needs, the outputs should have visual fidelity, meaning they are a close representation of the subject based on their spatial resolution, overall focus, even lighting and color accuracy. However, wall paintings present unique technical challenges for photogrammetry considering their often large scale, irregular topography, range of surface attributes, and access issues. As a documentation technique more commonly applied to capture the geometry of buildings and objects, using photogrammetry to record both the topography and fine surface details of a wall painting requires thorough planning. This paper examines specific challenges in documenting wall paintings and how collaboration between conservators and heritage-recording specialists has improved practice and maximized the value of photogrammetric surveys for conservation.

Clinical Experience with the Fifth-Generation of a Breast Implant with a Smooth, Fine Surface from a Korean Manufacturer in Asian Women

Background In this study, we describe our clinical experience with the fifth-generation of a breast implant with a smooth, fine surface from a Korean manufacturer (BellaGelÒ SmoothFine; HansBiomed Co. Ltd., Seoul, Korea) in Asian women. Methods We analyzed 223 women (mean age=35.28±9.45 years and mean follow-up period=12.03±2.48 months), comprising 118 bilateral cases and 109 unilateral ones, who received breast augmentation using the BellaGelÒ SmoothFine at our hospital between June 4, 2018 and February 28, 2019. For safety assessment, we analyzed frequencies of postoperative complications and overall survival of the BellaGelÒ SmoothFine. Results Postoperatively, complications (12 cases, 5.38%) include asymmetry (3 cases, 1.35%), hematoma (2 cases, 0.90%), hypertrophic scars (2 cases, 0.90%), wound disruption (2 cases, 0.90%), rippling (1 case, 0.45%), capsular contracture (1 case, 0.45%), stretch deformities with skin excess (1 case, 0.45%). In addition, time-to-events were calculated as 10.94±0.64 months (95% CI 9.69-12.19) and the survival rate reached 0.290±0.168 (95% CI 0.094-0.901) at 12 months postoperatively. Conclusions Here, we describe our clinical experience with the BellaGelÒ SmoothFine. Our results are of significance in that this is the first report about the fifth-generation of a breast implant with a smooth, fine surface from a Korean manufacturer in Asian women.

Clinical Experience with the Fifth-Generation of a Breast Implant with a Smooth, Fine Surface from a Korean Manufacturer in Asian Women

Background In this study, we describe our clinical experience with the fifth-generation of a breast implant with a smooth, fine surface from a Korean manufacturer (BellaGelÒ SmoothFine; HansBiomed Co. Ltd., Seoul, Korea) in Asian women. Methods We analyzed 223 women (mean age=35.28±9.45 years and mean follow-up period=12.03±2.48 months), comprising 118 bilateral cases and 109 unilateral ones, who received breast augmentation using the BellaGelÒ SmoothFine at our hospital between June 4, 2018 and February 28, 2019. For safety assessment, we analyzed frequencies of postoperative complications and overall survival of the BellaGelÒ SmoothFine. Results Postoperatively, complications (12 cases, 5.38%) include asymmetry (3 cases, 1.35%), hematoma (2 cases, 0.90%), hypertrophic scars (2 cases, 0.90%), wound disruption (2 cases, 0.90%), rippling (1 case, 0.45%), capsular contracture (1 case, 0.45%), stretch deformities with skin excess (1 case, 0.45%). In addition, time-to-events were calculated as 10.94±0.64 months (95% CI 9.69-12.19). Conclusions Here, we describe our clinical experience with the BellaGelÒ SmoothFine. Our results are of significance in that this is the first report about the fifth-generation of a breast implant with a smooth, fine surface from a Korean manufacturer in Asian women.

Visualizing reactant molecules induced lattice breath of catalyst and its role for activity enhancement

Recently, a few in situ observations showed that reactant molecules can induce the hyper-fine surface change of catalyst under realistic conditions. However, hardly any report further illustrated that whether and how could this phenomenon affect the catalytic performance. Herein, using in situ TEM, we visually captured the reversible lattice expansion of Pt-WO3-x catalyst induced by NO in exemplified reduction of NO with H2. Results showed that the NO could adsorb on the oxygen vacancy sites and energetic favorably induced the reversible stretching of W-O-W bonds. 20% enhancement of catalytic activity was then correlated with this lattice expansion. Moreover, DFT calculations showed that the lattice expansion can reduce the adsorption energy of NO on Pt4 centers and also the energy barrier of the rate-determining step.