Molecular relaxation in Chitosan films in GHz frequency range

2014 ◽  
Vol 1613 ◽  
pp. 83-88
Author(s):  
Siva Kumar-Krishnan ◽  
Evgen Prokhorov ◽  
Gabriel Luna-Barcenas
Keyword(s):  
Activation Energy ◽  
Low Frequency ◽  
Bound Water ◽  
Wide Frequency Range ◽  
Frequency Range ◽  
Temperature Range ◽  
A Value ◽  
Chitosan Films ◽  
First Time

ABSTRACTThe molecular relaxations behavior of chitosan (CS) films in the wide frequency range of 0.1-3x109 Hz (by using three different impedance analyzers) have been investigated in the temperature range of -100C to 120°C using Dielectric Spectroscopy (DS). Additionally to the low frequency molecular relaxations such as α and β relaxations, for the first time, high frequency (1-3 GHz) relaxation process has been observed in the chitosan films. This relaxation exhibits Arrhenius-type dependence in the temperature range of -100 C to 54°C with negative activation energy -2.7 kJ/mol. At temperatures above 54°C, the activation energy changes from -2.7 kJ/mol to +4.4 kJ/mol. Upon cooling, the activation energy becomes negative again with a value of -1.2 kJ/mol. The bound water between chitosan molecules strongly modifies molecular motion and the relaxation spectrum, giving rise to a new relaxation at the frequency at ca. 1 GHz. In situ FTIR analysis has shown that this relaxation related to the changes in vibration of the –OH, NH and –CO functional groups.

Direct visualization of a vast cortical calcium compartment in Paramecium by secondary ion mass spectrometry (SIMS) microscopy: possible involvement in exocytosis

1995 ◽  
Vol 108 (5) ◽  
pp. 1895-1909 ◽  
Author(s):  
N. Stelly ◽  
S. Halpern ◽  
G. Nicolas ◽  
P. Fragu ◽  
A. Adoutte
Keyword(s):  
Mass Spectrometry ◽  
Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry ◽  
Membrane Vesicles ◽  
Cell Periphery ◽  
A Value ◽  
External Reference ◽  
Ion Mass Spectrometry ◽  
First Time ◽  
Secondary Ion

The plasma membrane of ciliates is underlaid by a vast continuous array of membrane vesicles known as cortical alveoli. Previous work had shown that a purified fraction of these vesicles actively pumps calcium, suggesting that alveoli may constitute a calcium-storage compartment. Here we provide direct confirmation of this hypothesis using in situ visualization of total cell calcium on sections of cryofixed and cryosubstituted cells analyzed by SIMS (secondary ion mass spectrometry) microscopy a method never previously applied to protists. A narrow, continuous, Ca-emitting zone located all along the cell periphery was observed on sections including the cortex. In contrast, Na and K were evenly distributed throughout the cell. Various controls confirmed that emission was from the alveoli, in particular, the emitting zone was still seen in mutants totally lacking trichocysts, the large exocytotic organelles docked at the cell surface, indicating that they make no major direct contribution to the emission. Calcium concentration within alveoli was quantified for the first time in SIMS microscopy using an external reference and was found to be in the range of 3 to 5 mM, a value similar to that for sarcoplasmic reticulum. After massive induction of trichocyst discharge, this concentration was found to decrease by about 50%, suggesting that the alveoli are the main source of the calcium involved in exocytosis.

Research on the dynamic characteristic of semi-active hydraulic damping strut

2019 ◽  
Vol 234 (6) ◽  
pp. 1779-1791 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daoyong Wang ◽  
Wencan Zhang ◽  
Mu Chai ◽  
Xiaguang Zeng
Keyword(s):  
Degrees Of Freedom ◽  
Dynamic Stiffness ◽  
Low Frequency ◽  
Maxwell Model ◽  
Friction Model ◽  
Damping Capacity ◽  
Frequency Range ◽  
Stiffness Model ◽  
Rubber Bushing

To reduce the vibration and shock of powertrain in the process of engine key on/off and vehicle in situ shift, a novel semi-active hydraulic damping strut is developed. The purpose of this paper is to study and discuss the dynamic stiffness model of the semi-active hydraulic damping strut. In this study, the dynamic characteristics of semi-active hydraulic damping strut were analyzed based on MTS 831 test rig first. Then, the dynamic stiffness model of semi-active hydraulic damping strut was established based on 2 degrees of freedom vibration system. In this research, a linear, fractional derivative and friction model was used to represent the nonlinear rubber bushing characteristic; the Maxwell model was used to describe the semi-active hydraulic damping strut body model; and the parameters of rubber bushing and semi-active hydraulic damping strut body were identified. The dynamic stiffness values were calculated with solenoid valve energized and not energized at amplitudes of 1 mm and 4 mm, which were consistent with experimental results in low-frequency range. Furthermore, the simplified dynamic stiffness model of the semi-active hydraulic damping strut was discussed, which showed that bushing can be ignored in low-frequency range. Then, the influence of equivalent spring stiffness, damping constant, and rubber bushing stiffness on the stiffness and damping capacity of the semi-active hydraulic damping strut were analyzed. Finally, the prototype of the semi-active hydraulic damping strut was developed and designed based on the vehicle in situ shift and engine key on/off situations, and experiments of the vehicle with and without semi-active hydraulic damping strut were carried out to verify its function.

scholarly journals A census of the pulsar population observed with the international LOFAR station FR606 at low frequencies (25–80 MHz)

2020 ◽  
Vol 635 ◽  
pp. A76 ◽  
Author(s):  
L. Bondonneau ◽  
J.-M. Grießmeier ◽  
G. Theureau ◽  
A. V. Bilous ◽  
V. I. Kondratiev ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Low Frequency ◽  
Frequency Range ◽  
Radio Pulsars ◽  
Low Frequencies ◽  
Radio Observatory ◽  
Future Studies ◽  
New Information ◽  
Upper Limits ◽  
Widespread Phenomenon ◽  
First Time

Context. To date, only 69 pulsars have been identified with a detected pulsed radio emission below 100 MHz. A LOFAR-core LBA census and a dedicated campaign with the Nançay LOFAR station in stand-alone mode were carried out in the years 2014–2017 in order to extend the known population in this frequency range. Aims. In this paper, we aim to extend the sample of known radio pulsars at low frequencies and to produce a catalogue in the frequency range of 25–80 MHz. This will allow future studies to probe the local Galactic pulsar population, in addition to helping explain their emission mechanism, better characterising the low-frequency turnover in their spectra, and obtaining new information about the interstellar medium through the study of dispersion, scattering, and scintillation. Methods. We observed 102 pulsars that are known to emit radio pulses below 200 MHz and with declination above −30°. We used the Low Band Antennas (LBA) of the LOw Frequency ARray (LOFAR) international station FR606 at the Nançay Radio Observatory in stand-alone mode, recording data between 25 and 80 MHz. Results. Out of our sample of 102 pulsars, we detected 64. We confirmed the existence of ten pulsars detected below 100 MHz by the LOFAR LBA census for the first time (Bilous et al. 2020, A&A, 635, A75) and we added two more pulsars that had never before been detected in this frequency range. We provided average pulse profiles, DM values, and mean flux densities (or upper limits in the case of non-detections). The comparison with previously published results allows us to identify a hitherto unknown spectral turnover for five pulsars, confirming the expectation that spectral turnovers are a widespread phenomenon.

Isothermal Dielectric Relaxations of Poly(vinylidene Fluoride) Filled with Silicon Carbide Nanoparticles

2011 ◽  
Vol 279 ◽  
pp. 49-53
Author(s):  
Yu Сhao Li ◽  
Xiang Сai Ge ◽  
Sie Chin Tjong
Keyword(s):  
Activation Energy ◽  
Silicon Carbide ◽  
Vinylidene Fluoride ◽  
Wide Frequency Range ◽  
Frequency Range ◽  
Modulus Formalism ◽  
Dielectric Relaxations ◽  
Silicon Carbide Nanoparticles ◽  
Poly Vinylidene Fluoride ◽  
Dielectric Relaxation Behavior

The dielectric relaxation behavior of poly (vinylidene fluoride) based composites filled with beta silicon carbide nanoparticles were investigated over a wide frequency range and temperature intervals. The composites exhibited dielectric relaxations in the tested frequency range and the relaxations of composites can be well described via the modulus formalism of dielectric spectroscopy. Further, activation energy determined from the isothermal dielectric relaxations tended to decrease with increasing SiC indicating the promotion of SiC to the dipole relaxations of PVDF.

Analysis of Sound Absorption Properties of Three-Leaf Microperforated Panel Absorbers without a Rigid Backing

2014 ◽  
Vol 937 ◽  
pp. 465-471
Author(s):  
Xiao Ling Gai ◽  
Xian Hui Li ◽  
Rui Wu ◽  
Bin Zhang ◽  
Jun Juan Zhao
Keyword(s):  
Sound Absorption ◽  
Low Frequency ◽  
Wide Frequency Range ◽  
Structure Design ◽  
Frequency Region ◽  
Theoretical Development ◽  
Frequency Range ◽  
Absorption Properties ◽  
High Frequency Region ◽  
Energy Dissipated

Microperforated panel (MPP) absorbers have been developed rapidly and used in many fields in recent years. First, based on the Maa’s theory, the theoretical development of MPP is reviewed in this paper. Furthermore, structure design and processing technology of MPP are introduced. Finally, the further development of MPP is discussed. Based on the MPP theory and electro-acoustical equivalent circuit principle, sound absorption properties of three-leaf microperforated panel (TMPP) absorbers without a rigid backing are studied to broaden the sound absorption bandwidth of MPP structure. Simulation results show that TMPP absorbers without a rigid backing have two resonance peaks and the energy dissipated coefficient remains constant in the low frequency range. The resonance frequency moves toward low frequency region with the increasing of the distance, thickness and pore diameter of MPP and moves toward high frequency region with the increasing of the perforation when other parameters keep invariant. The energy dissipated coefficient more than 0.5 over 8 octaves by choosing proper parameters. In conclusion, TMPP absorbers without a rigid backing have good sound absorption properties in a wide frequency range.

Dielectric and mechanical alterations of snow properties near the melting temperature

2003 ◽  
Vol 81 (1-2) ◽  
pp. 233-239 ◽  
Author(s):  
I Takei ◽  
N Maeno
Keyword(s):  
Melting Temperature ◽  
Propagation Velocity ◽  
Low Frequency ◽  
Dielectric Measurements ◽  
Frequency Range ◽  
Temperature Range ◽  
Snow Properties ◽  
Response Method ◽  
Dielectric And Mechanical Properties ◽  
Snow Samples

The dielectric and mechanical properties of snow were investigated in the temperature range –15 to 0°C. Dielectric measurements were carried out in the frequency range 50 Hz – 5 MHz; the low-frequency conductivity (at 100 Hz) of snow samples shows a peak in the temperature range –3 to –0.3°C and the dielectric dispersion-strength also shows a minimum in this same range. The propagation velocity of an elastic wave through snow samples was measured with a vibration response method in the frequency range 10 Hz – 1 MHz; the propagation velocity shows an increase with the bond growth as a result of progressive sintering, and a significant decrease above –0.6°C. The temperature dependence of the low-frequency conductivity and the propagation velocity for snow samples show a hysteresis near the melting temperature. A boundary between ice particles in snow samples is discussed as a means for understanding these phenomena. PACS Nos.: 61.43Gt, 77.22Gm, 46.40-f, 73.25+i

ACTIVATION ENERGY FOR CREEP OF TIN

1958 ◽  
Vol 36 (11) ◽  
pp. 1445-1449 ◽  
Author(s):  
L. G. Bonar ◽  
G. B. Craig
Keyword(s):  
Activation Energy ◽  
Steady State ◽  
High Purity ◽  
Steady State Creep ◽  
Temperature Cycling ◽  
Constant Stress ◽  
Creep Tests ◽  
Temperature Range ◽  
A Value

The literature reports values ranging from 8000 to 26,000 cal per g-atom for the activation energy for the creep of tin. The present investigation analyzed the results of constant stress creep tests during steady state creep, and by means of temperature cycling. A value of approximately 9000 cal per g-atom for the creep of high purity tin in the temperature range 300 to 350° K was obtained.

scholarly journals Dielectric Properties of Ternary ( ) ( )x ( ) x ZnO MgO PO 30 2 5 70− (x = 5, 8, 13) Glasses

2014 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
S. F. Khor ◽  
Z. A. Talib ◽  
W. M. Daud ◽  
H. A. A. Sidek ◽  
W. M. M. Yunus ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Dielectric Properties ◽  
Dielectric Permittivity ◽  
Empirical Data ◽  
Loss Factor ◽  
Low Frequency ◽  
Frequency Range ◽  
Melt Quenching ◽  
Dipolar Relaxation ◽  
Temperature Range

(ZnO)30(MgO)x(P2O5)70-x glasses of the composition x = 5, 8 and 13 mol % have been prepared by melt quenching technique. The dielectric permittivity (89) and loss factor (8:) were measured in the frequency range from 0.01 Hz to 1 MHz and in the temperature range 303 to 573 K . From the results there are evidence of dipolar relaxation occurring between 103 – 106 Hz while at low frequency the spectrum is dominated by dc conduction which manifested by the 1/@ slope of loss factor plot. Value of the relaxing frequency (@p) plotted against 1/T shows one electrical transportation mechanism. The empirical data was sufficiently fitted by using Harviliak-Negami equation.

scholarly journals Dielectric Properties of Deep Ice Cores with Air-Hydrate Inclusions (Abstract)

1988 ◽  
Vol 10 ◽  
pp. 210
Author(s):  
Shinji Mae ◽  
Takeo Hondoh ◽  
Masayoshi Nakawo ◽  
C.C. Langway
Keyword(s):  
Activation Energy ◽  
Relaxation Time ◽  
Dielectric Properties ◽  
Time Variation ◽  
Volume Fraction ◽  
Ice Cores ◽  
Frequency Range ◽  
Temperature Range ◽  
The Core

Air-hydrate inclusions have been found in deep ice cores from Dye 3, Greenland, which were taken in August 1981. Although the concentration of the air-hydrate crystals decreased with time, when the core was stored at a temperature of −50 °C, they still existed to an appreciable extent in 1985. An ice specimen was cut out from the Dye 3 core at a depth of 1500 m, where the volume fraction of the hydrate crystals was about 10−3 by volume. Its dielectric properties were measured in September 1985, in a frequency range of 30-20 × 103 Hz and temperature range of −20° to −90°C. The activation energy obtained for the relaxation time of the Debye dispersion was about 0.2 eV, which is much smaller than that of pure ice. The measurement was repeated once a month for about a year, and the sample was stored at a temperature of −10 °C between measurements. The time variation of the dielectric properties has been discussed in relation to the deterioration of the air-hydrate crystals.

scholarly journals Immittance Studies of Bi6Fe2Ti3O18 Ceramics

Materials ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (22) ◽  
pp. 5286 ◽  
Author(s):  
Agata Lisińska-Czekaj ◽  
Dionizy Czekaj ◽  
Barbara Garbarz-Glos ◽  
Wojciech Bąk
Keyword(s):  
Activation Energy ◽  
Electric Modulus ◽  
Complex Impedance ◽  
Dc Conductivity ◽  
Modulus Function ◽  
Conductivity Relaxation ◽  
Frequency Range ◽  
A Value ◽  
Polycrystalline Ceramics ◽  
Electric Behavior

Results of studies focusing on the electric behavior of Bi6Fe2Ti3O18 (BFTO) ceramics are reported. BFTO ceramics were fabricated by solid state reaction methods. The simple oxides Bi2O3, TiO2, and Fe2O3 were used as starting materials. Immittance spectroscopy was chosen as a method to characterize electric and dielectric properties of polycrystalline ceramics. The experimental data were measured in the frequency range Δν = (10−1–107) Hz and the temperature range ΔT = (−120–200) °C. Analysis of immittance data was performed in terms of complex impedance, electric modulus function, and conductivity. The activation energy corresponding to a non-Debye type of relaxation was found to be EA = 0.573 eV, whereas the activation energy of conductivity relaxation frequency was found to be EA = 0.570 eV. An assumption of a hopping conductivity mechanism for BFTO ceramics was studied by ‘universal’ Jonscher’s law. A value of the exponents was found to be within the “Jonscher’s range” (0.54 ≤ n ≤ 0.72). The dc-conductivity was extracted from the measurements. Activation energy for dc-conductivity was calculated to be EDC = 0.78 eV, whereas the dc hopping activation energy was found to be EH = 0.63 eV. The obtained results were discussed in terms of the jump relaxation model.

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