Publications by authors named "Yunxin Cui"

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  • * The study introduces a method for measuring cellular temperatures using naphthopyrans that can change properties based on temperature, allowing scientists to create nanomaterials that sense temperature effectively.
  • * The researchers demonstrated this technique by monitoring temperature changes in cell lysosomes caused by gold nanorods, suggesting potential new applications in biological sensors.
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To study the heat-treatment process of a semi-solid copper alloy, a thixotropic back-extruded tin-bronze shaft sleeve was heat-treated at 630 °C, 660 °C, 690 °C and 720 °C for 1 h, respectively. Microstructure changes and mechanical properties under different solution temperatures of shaft sleeve were characterized using a metallographic microscope (OM), scanning electron microscope (SEM), transmission electron microscope (TEM), hardness tester, and tensile tester. The results show that the tensile strength first increases and then decreases; the elongation decreases; and the Brinell hardness increases gradually with increasing solution temperature.

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Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Yunxin Cui"

  • - Yunxin Cui's research focuses on the development and application of advanced materials for temperature sensing and the mechanical properties of metal alloys, leveraging techniques such as microscopy and chemical kinetics.
  • - The study on photoswitchable temperature nanosensors illustrates a novel approach for live cell imaging, demonstrating a direct correlation between temperature and the decay time constant of photochromic naphthopyran, which could enhance photothermal therapy techniques.
  • - In another significant contribution, research on thixotropic back-extruded tin-bronze shaft sleeves reveals how solution temperature affects microstructure and mechanical properties, providing insights into optimizing heat treatment processes for improved material performance.