A new autonomous shipboard landing control system for UAVs has been developed using a ship motion predictor, achieving reliable UAV landing on a maneuvering ship. The system balances precise landing position and safe landing attitude while ensuring steady-state performance and transient behavior.
Researchers propose using 'food and medicine homology' (FMH) substances as adjunctive therapies to address drug resistance, tumor heterogeneity, and metabolic imbalances in cancer treatment. These compounds offer a multi-component, multi-target approach with low toxicity and potential synergistic effects.
Researchers at Tsinghua University Press developed a new piezoelectric ceramic fiber that significantly improves the output performance of PENG, leading to enhanced electrical transmission power line monitoring. The team achieved impressive results in terms of dielectric and piezoelectric properties, with applications in sensing applic...
Researchers developed the Temporary Immersion Bioreactor System (TIBS) to overcome quality variability in plant-derived Extracellular Vesicle (PDEV) production. TIBS produces consistent metabolite levels and avoids microbial contamination, enabling non-destructive and efficient PDEV collection.
The newly released Issue 2 of Materials and Solidification gathers high-quality academic papers covering cutting-edge research in materials solidification. The journal focuses on frontier research achievements in solidification theory and technology, with a scope that covers bulk or thin-film materials.
A team at Shanghai Institute of Ceramics has developed a novel method for achieving high solid loading and low viscosity in alumina ceramic slurries. The approach uses polyacrylic acid (PA) as a dispersant in combination with Isobam 104, resulting in improved density, mechanical properties, and sintering densification temperatures. Thi...
A team of scientists developed a novel model, DASFormer, that learns to monitor earthquakes from continuous DAS data on its own, effectively serving as an 'artificial seismologist'. The model achieved the highest performance across all evaluation metrics, with a peak ROC-AUC of 0.906 and an F1 score of 0.565.
The article proposes a novel paradigm for precision medicine-food intervention leveraging metabolite networks, targeted delivery technologies, and AI-assisted microbiome functional profiling to overcome individual variability. This approach enables precise interventions by selectively shaping specific functional microbial communities.
Scientists have developed new anti-Cryptococcus compounds using molecular networking and SMART strategies. Three phenolic bisabolane sesquiterpenoids exhibited moderate to high antifungal activity, with compound 9 showing an additive effect when combined with fluconazole.
Researchers analyzed aeroelastic coupling characteristics of TEF/NTBT rotor in forward flight and proposed a functional control strategy to suppress hub vibration intensity. The study revealed the influence mechanisms on aeroelastic characteristics and demonstrated a 45.72% reduction in vibratory hub loads using optimal TEF control.
A comprehensive review of recent advances in panel aeroelasticity in shock-dominated flow highlights the complex interplay between fluid-structure interactions and shock-boundary layer interactions. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for preventing catastrophic structural failures and improving supersonic vehicle design.
A new SiC-based composite achieves impressive electromagnetic wave absorption performance in both low-frequency and high-temperature applications. The composite's excellent thermal stability is attributed to the good properties of its components, including a porous structure promoting multiple reflections and scattering.
The Circular Economy journal has been officially included in ESCI, with all published articles since 2022 eligible for indexing. The journal has attracted significant citation counts, with an average of over 10 citations per article and a CiteScore of 10.0.
A novel modular in-situ/post-solvothermal doping approach achieves five-element high-entropy doping in MoS2, enhancing dipole polarization loss and leading to a record broadband effective absorption bandwidth of 7.65 GHz. This research provides fundamental insights into high-entropy engineering of transition metal dichalcogenides.
Researchers introduce powerful in-operando 2D X-ray diffraction imaging techniques to visualize CO2 electrolyzer operations. The study reveals that salt forms more extensively in channel regions, driving local reactions and salt growth.
SciOpen has reached a milestone of hosting over 200 STM journals, enhancing global visibility of local journals. The platform offers customizable end-to-end digital publishing services to support universities and journal publishers.
Researchers developed a multifunctional ceramic composite integrating thermal management to achieve dual radar-infrared stealth capabilities. The composite successfully balances electromagnetic wave absorption and thermal insulation, offering core solutions for high-end equipment protection.
The study creates biomimetic HA bioceramics with fine microstructures and demonstrates balanced strength and toughness, with compressive strength up to 93.4 MPa and fracture toughness up to 1.44 times that of non-oriented counterparts.
New research reveals the origins of Continuous Cover Forestry (CCF) to 17th-century Central European farm forestry practices. This approach focuses on individual trees, emphasizing biological rationalization and low-impact management. CCF aims to establish resilient forests that last for generations with minimized costs.
Researchers developed a bifunctional non-precious metal electrocatalyst with high catalytic activity and excellent stability. The HNBs-V O (LRO)-S catalyst exhibits extraordinary electrocatalytic performances for both HER and OER, requiring low cell voltages and displaying long-term durability.
Researchers developed glass-crystallized far-red emitting Cr3+-activated ceramics with enhanced emission intensity and tunable luminescent properties. The optimized ceramic exhibited nearly unity internal quantum efficiency and excellent thermal stability, making it suitable for high-power plant lighting applications.
Researchers studied two evergreen oak species in the Himalayan-Hengduan Mountains, finding that one adapts with loosely linked leaf traits and the other with tightly linked traits. Climate plays a major role in their differences, with one species having thicker leaves to reduce water loss in dry conditions.
Key carbon neutrality technologies for China's industrial sector include energy efficiency improvements, hydrogen-based alternatives, and digital technologies. The review assesses five sectors and evaluates technology maturity, mitigation potential, and policy frameworks to support low-carbon transformation.
Global challenges like climate change, nature emergencies, and food security require a nexus approach to tackle multiple problems simultaneously. Practical barriers to implementation include institutional inertia, resource constraints, and governance fragmentation.
China's rapid wind and solar power development poses challenges but also opportunities for a low-carbon future. The country aims to peak carbon emissions before 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality by 2060.
The journal, led by Professor SUN Jiaguang, has enhanced its academic impact through dedicated development, attracting international submissions from over 130 countries. Tsinghua Science and Technology will uphold its commitment to highlighting cutting-edge research and emerging trends in information science.
Researchers developed a validated finite element model to simulate middle-ear mechanics, revealing a clear cutoff point for fluid buildup beyond which hearing quality rapidly deteriorates. This insight offers clinicians a new way to assess and stage middle-ear fluid buildup.
Researchers mapped how boride film thickness shapes electrochemical performance in all-solid-state thin-film lithium batteries. Thinner films deliver higher capacity and stable cycling, while thicker films suffer from polarization and fading redox activity.
Researchers developed DreamConnect, a brain-to-image system that integrates fMRI with advanced diffusion models. The system can interpret brain activity and edit it with natural language prompts, marking an important step in connecting human dreams with interactive visualization.
A novel LiF@spinel dual-shell coating has been developed to stabilize lithium-rich cathodes, enhancing cycle life and performance. The coating combines rapid ion transport and a protective barrier, preventing surface collapse and extending battery lifespan.
Researchers developed Sc3+-modified Mg-Al-Mn-Fe-O spinel ceramics that exhibit synergistic breakthroughs in microwave dielectric and thermosensitive properties. The ceramics display NTC thermistor behavior across an extended temperature range, with exceptional microwave dielectric performance.
A new power flow algorithm for modern shipboard microgrids incorporating inverter-based resources has been developed, enabling the efficient management of energy at sea. The method incorporates grid forming control characteristics of inverter-based resources and can handle multiple energy sources sharing power proportionally.
Researchers developed a novel nano-eutectic structured Al2O3-ZrO2 composite coating using CS-AA feedstock powder, exhibiting improved microstructure and mechanical properties. The coating showed higher hardness, toughness, and wear resistance compared to traditional coatings.
A systematic design strategy for high-entropy materials is presented as a catalyst for water electrolysis, offering affordable and sustainable hydrogen production. The new framework enhances activity, stability, and reaction kinetics, providing a clear roadmap for next-generation electrocatalysts.
OEC allows satellites to process data directly, reducing latency and bandwidth constraints. However, research faces challenges due to limited energy storage, heat dissipation, and launch costs.
A novel numerical prediction method for radiative heat transfer of reusable methalox rocket exhaust plumes has been developed, offering unprecedented engineering value. The method achieves remarkable accuracy with maximum relative errors below 6.0% at less than 20% computational cost.
Researchers explore ADRC-based servo control for aviation EMA servo drives, highlighting its potential to suppress disturbances comprehensively. The study also identifies challenges and development trends in aviation electro-mechanical servo control.
Researchers developed high-oxygen vacancy cerium catalysts with NiFe alloy heterostructures, significantly improving biomass ethanol T-SOFC efficiency and anti-carbon accumulation performance. The catalyst showed excellent catalytic activity and stable operation for up to 100 hours.
Researchers developed Zn-doped SrZrO3 ceramics with enhanced solar reflectivity (0.892) and atmospheric window emissivity (0.954), achieving sub-ambient radiative cooling temperatures and net cooling power. The material's phase structure, micromorphology, and spectral radiative properties were optimized through Zn doping.
Researchers developed CaYGaO4 ceramic with near-zero resonant frequency temperature coefficient, achieving low dielectric loss and high frequency selection characteristics. The material showed a gain of up to 6.15 dBi and efficiency above 90% in the 5.065-5.747 GHz band.
Researchers from Xiamen University developed a new material, core-cladding phosphor ceramics (CCPC), that enables ultra-high luminance performance in light sources. The CCPC design limits light spot expansion and boosts maximum luminous flux, resulting in an ultra-high luminance of 3900 lm·mm-2.
A ternary NiFeCo hydroxychloride-derived electrocatalyst shows improved SWO activity and stability, attributed to lattice Cl− reconstruction and in-situ Raman analysis. The material outperforms other catalysts in terms of overpotential and Tafel slope.
A new review explores how microbial succession plays a pivotal role in shaping characteristic flavors and textures of fermented sausages. It reveals that Western sausages benefit from industrial fermentation, while Eastern varieties are shaped by natural fermentation and local microbial flora.
A study from the University of Alberta reveals that water-soluble egg yolk hydrolysates can inhibit osteoclastogenesis and promote apoptosis in mature osteoclasts. The FC1 subfraction, extracted from an egg yolk fraction, demonstrated significant inhibitory effects on osteoclast formation.
Researchers discovered that licorice extract significantly curbs spore growth of P. bifermentans in RTE chicken breast, preserving meat quality and shelf life. The study's findings mark a significant step toward replacing synthetic preservatives with natural solutions.
The study uses a combination of theoretical calculations and experimental validations to analyze the crystal structure, chemical bonding and magnetic properties of CrB2. The researchers find that CrB2 has an AlB2-type structure and exhibits covalent bonding between boron and chromium.
Researchers at Tsinghua University Press have developed Mg2+ co-doped LuAG:Ce ceramics with high density and fast decay time, achieving a promising candidate scintillator for future high-energy physics experiments. The team's defect engineering strategy improved the fast scintillation proportion without compromising light yield.
Researchers from Guilin University of Technology developed a novel garnet-type ceramic, YMAG, exhibiting low dielectric loss, stable dielectric characteristics, and temperature stability. The material shows promise for X-Band Applications, and its optimized version achieved excellent impedance matching and high radiation efficiency.
A study by Tsinghua University Press discovered 480 macrofungal species in southeast Xizang, China, including 8 new species. The research identified 115 edible and 15 medicinal species, while 53 were found to be poisonous.
Researchers develop porous dual-phase high-entropy UHTC with ultrahigh porosity, low density, and excellent oxidation resistance. The material has broad application prospects in ultrahigh-temperature thermal insulation.