Sunchul Huh

A Simple Synthetic Route to MoS2 and WS2 Nanoparticles and Thin Films

We produced both MoS2 and WS2 nanoparticles by thermally decomposing M(CO)6 (M = Mo, W) in excess of H2S by using a hot filament. Both highly pure crystalline MoS2 and WS2 nanoparticles were efficiently produced over the filament temperature range from 300 to 800 °C. Particle diameter ranged from 2.0 to 5.0 nm and from 3.0 to 6.0 nm for MoS2 and WS2 nanoparticles, respectively. Fullerene-like particles such as nanotubes, onions, and empty and nested hollows were not produced. Both MoS2 and WS2 nanoparticles have a hexagonal close packed structure. Cell constants are determined to be a = 3.09 and c = 12.61 A and a = 3.09 and c = 12.47 A for MoS2 and WS2 nanoparticles, respectively, which are all consistent with the corresponding bulk values. Thin films of MoS2 and WS2 were also prepared by chemical vapor deposition of MoS2 and WS2 on stainless steel disks at 600-650 °C and low friction coefficients were obtained at an ambient atmosphere for both MoS2 and WS2 thin films, implying that they can serve as good solid lubricants.

Mechanical properties of Cu matrix composite fabricated by extrusion process

Abstract Carbon nanotube (CNT) was applied in various fields for its superior electrical, mechanical and thermal characteristics. After composites were fabricated by extrusion process using ball-milled Cu–CNT powders, mechanical properties of Cu–CNT composites according to CNT fraction were reviewed. CNT (1%, 5% and 10%), Cu ( d =100 nm), zirconia balls (90 g) and ethanol (20 mL) were mixed and dispersed for 5 h at a speed of 500 r/min using a planetary ball mill. A billet ( d =50 mm, length=100 mm) was made with Cu, and the composite powders were filled up into billet using the uni-axial press. In the extrusion process, after the billet was heated at 880 °C for 1 h, specimens were produced in the shape of a round bar using the billet by applying a load of 200 t. The composite powders were measured for particle size by particle size distribution equipment. Then the specimen surface fabricated by extrusion was observed by SEM. Mechanical properties measured by the indentation equipment increased with increasing CNT content. The yield strength, tensile strength and hardness of the Cu–CNTs composites can be obviously improved.

Structural and Electrochemical Properties of Lithium Nickel Oxide Thin Films

LiNiO2 thin films were fabricated by RF magnetron sputtering. The microstructure of the films was determined by X-ray diffraction and field-emission scanning electron microscopy. The electrochemical properties were investigated with a battery cycler using coin-type half-cells. The LiNiO2 thin films annealed below 500°C had the surface carbonate. The results suggest that surface carbonate interrupted the Li intercalation and deintercalation during charge/discharge. Although the annealing process enhanced the crystallization of LiNiO2, the capacity did not increase. When the annealing temperature was increased to 600°C, the FeCrNiO4 oxide phase was generated and the discharge capacity decreased due to an oxygen deficiency in the LiNiO2 thin film. The ZrO2-coated LiNiO2 thin film provided an improved discharge capacity compared to bare LiNiO2 thin film suggesting that the improved electrochemical characteristic may be attributed to the inhibition of surface carbonate by ZrO2 coating layer.

Surface Modification of Graphene Nanoparticles by Acid Treatment and Grinding Process.

Surface modification is necessary to decrease graphenes (GN) stacking process and increase its advantageous properties. In this study, the effects of acid treatment and grinding processes on the structural integrity of GN have been studied. Morphological and structural characteristics of modified GN were investigated by field emission scanning electron microscopy, transmission electron microscopy, gas Pycnometer, particle size analyzer, X-ray diffractometer, UV-Vis spectroscopy and thermal conductivity measurement system which expose some strong evidences of the effects of purification and grinding process on GN nanoparticles in order to get GN based better nanofluid dispersed in water which gives 1.66% and 3.38% enhancement of thermal conductivity at 20 °C and at 40 °C respectively compared to that of DW in this experiment.

A STUDY ON EVALUATION OF RESIDUAL STRESS BY MULTILAYER WELDING

Today, ships and structures are becoming larger (large structures, vessels, FPSO, etc.). Thus, high-strength welding material is required. The advantages of welding over other joining methods, depending on the development of welding technology, include such things as ease of operation and the structures of simplification and the confidential excellence, etc. However, shrinkage and deformation also occur, because of the repeated heating and cooling. Welding residual stress has an adverse effect on stability, but, it was closely related fatigue strength and brittle fracture of structures. In this study, experimental and analysis were conducted, and AIS3000 used to measure residual stress, which were compare with ANSYS analysis results. Metal surface microstructure was observed at various weld spots, as well as HAZ, and base metal using the optical microscope, and component analysis and crystal plane were measured using an XRD and EPMA.

A STUDY ON FRACTURE CHARACTERISTICS OF THE SM53C USED IN THE CAM SHAFT

This experimental study investigates the fracture characteristics of the camshaft made with newly developed SM53C material. As part of the countermeasure, use the surface hardening heat treatment. Cam shaft which is a part of automobile engine is very essential when traveling and significant to fuel injection timing. Stiffness and efficiency are important for automobile sash which have a durability of the engine. High hardness and durability are necessary, because engine output is affected by cam shaft directly. So, high-frequency induction hardening is very important because of increasing the surface strength. The shape of hardening depth, hardened structure, hardness, and fracture characteristics of SM53C composed by carbon steel are also investigated.

Phase Stability and Properties of Ti-Nb-Zr Thin Films and Their Dependence on Zr Addition

Ternary Ti-Nb-Zr alloys were prepared by a magnetron sputtering method with porous structures observed in some of them. In bulk, in order to control the porous structure, a space holder (NH4HCO3) is used in the sintering method. However, in the present work, we show that the porous structure is also dependent on alloy composition. The results from Young’s modulus tests confirm that these alloys obey d-electrons alloy theory. However, the Young’s modulus of ternary thin films (≈80–95 GPa) is lower than that for binary alloys (≈108–123 GPa). The depth recovery ratio of ternary Ti-Nb-Zr thin films is also higher than that for binary β-Ti-(25.9–34.2)Nb thin film alloys.

Experimental Study on Characteristics of Grinded Graphene Nanofluids with Surfactants

In earlier studies, much research has focused on increasing the efficiency of heat exchanger fields. Therefore, in this study, graphene nanofluid was fabricated for use as a heat transfer medium for a heat exchanger. Graphene has excellent electrical conductivity, mechanical properties, and heat transfer properties. It is expected that the heat transfer efficiency will be improved by fabricating the nanofluid. However, graphene is prone to sedimentation, because of its cohesion due to van der Waals binding force. In this experiment, a nanofluid was fabricated with enhanced dispersibility by surfactant and the ball-milling process. The zeta potential, absorbance, and thermal conductivity of the nanofluid were measured. As a result, when using the ratio of 2:1 (graphene:sodium dodecyl sulfate (SDS)), a higher thermal conductivity was obtained than in other conditions.

Forced Convective Heat Transfer of Aqueous Al2O3 Nanofluid Through Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger.

This study presents the forced convective heat transfer of a nanofluid consisting of distilled water and different weight concentrations (1 wt% and 2 wt%) of Al2O3 nanoparticles flowing in a vertical shell and tube heat exchanger under counter flow and laminar flow regime with certain constant heat flaxes (at 20 °C, 30 °C, 40 °C and 50 °C). The Al2O3 nanoparticles of about 50 nm diameter are used in the present study. Stability of aqueous Al2O3 nanofluids, TEM, thermal conductivity, temperature differences, heat transfer rate, T-Q diagrams, LMTD and convective heat transfer coefficient are investigated experimentally. Experimental results emphasize the substantial enhancement of heat transfer due to the Al2O3 nanoparticles presence in the nanofluid. Heat transfer rate for distilled water and aqueous nanofluids are calculated after getting an efficient setup which shows 19.25% and 35.82% enhancement of heat transfer rate of 1 wt% and 2 wt% aqueous Al2O3 nanofluids as compared to that of distilled water. Finally, the analysis shows that though there are 27.33% and 59.08% enhancement of 1 wt% Al2O3 and 2 wt% Al2O3 respectively as compared to that of distilled water at 30 °C, convective heat transfer coefficient decreases with increasing heat flux of heated fluid in this experimental setup.

Study on the structural stability evaluation of umbilical winch for ROV LARS

Purpose The purpose of this study is structural stability evaluation of umbilical winch. In accordance with the recent trend for developing natural resources, high-technology equipment on exploration ships is becoming more technologically advanced. One such piece of high-technology equipment is the umbilical winch. In this study, the umbilical winch is divided into two parts (drum and winch), where each is respectively designed with three dimensional models using CATIA, and dynamic simulation and structural analysis are performed using ANSYS. Design/methodology/approach In this paper, the winch is divided into two parts for finite element analysis, the drum and whole winch model, and the parts are designed as three-dimensional models except for some small parts, such as bolt holes. Dynamic simulation and structural analysis are then performed using ANSYS. The analysis results ensure the reliability of the design methods and will be used in the domestic localization of remote operated vehicle (ROV) launch and recovery systems (LARS). Findings The strain is identified from the results, but it is very small. Some stress is concentrated at the lower corner of the drum, but the maximum stress value is lower than the allowable stress; therefore, the structure has no impact on the strain and stress. Thus, it is determined that the designed structure is safe. The results ensure the reliability of the design methods and will be used in the domestic localization of ROV LARS. Originality/value Previous studies focus on the static and mechanic problems of the winch by considering winch and drum breakage in the umbilical winch system. However, ships have a nonlinear motion characteristic with six degrees of freedom according to the constant influence of the external environment. In addition, from a design perspective, the dynamic characteristics (e.g. the ship’s motions) are more important than the static characteristics. Thus, the authors focus on winch stability securement with variable loads, such as ships moving, wave disturbance and other such important environment conditions.