Publications by authors named "Yinghan Lu"
Toughness and Thermoresponsive Hydrogel for Sandwich Smart Window with Adaptive Solar Modulation and Energy Saving.
ACS Appl Mater Interfaces
October 2024
Article Synopsis
- Thermochromic hydrogels are emerging as key materials for smart windows, as they can self-regulate solar transmittance and enhance energy conservation.
- A new tough composite hydrogel was created by adding poly(-isopropylacrylamide) nanoparticles and W-doped VO into a double network of polyacrylamide-agar, allowing it to effectively modulate visible light transmittance and shield against near-infrared radiation.
- This smart window technology demonstrates impressive optical performance, such as high light modulation and toughness, while also providing good adhesion to glass and thermal insulation, showcasing its potential for use in energy-efficient buildings.
Introduction: Studies have shown that microplastics (MPs) and nanoplastics (NPs) could accumulate in the human body and pose a potential threat to human health. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the biodistribution and toxicity of MPs/NPs with different particle sizes comprehensively and thoroughly.
Methods: The purpose of this study was to investigate the biodistribution and in vivo toxicity of polystyrene (PS) MPs/NPs with different sizes (50 nm, 100 nm, and 500 nm).