Post-earthquake rescue missions are full of challenges due to the unstable structure of ruins and successive aftershocks.Most of the current rescue robots lack the ability to interact with environments,leading to low ...Post-earthquake rescue missions are full of challenges due to the unstable structure of ruins and successive aftershocks.Most of the current rescue robots lack the ability to interact with environments,leading to low rescue efficiency.The multimodal electronic skin(e-skin)proposed not only reproduces the pressure,temperature,and humidity sensing capabilities of natural skin but also develops sensing functions beyond it—perceiving object proximity and NO2 gas.Its multilayer stacked structure based on Ecoflex and organohydrogel endows the e-skin with mechanical properties similar to natural skin.Rescue robots integrated with multimodal e-skin and artificial intelligence(AI)algorithms show strong environmental perception capabilities and can accurately distinguish objects and identify human limbs through grasping,laying the foundation for automated post-earthquake rescue.Besides,the combination of e-skin and NO2 wireless alarm circuits allows robots to sense toxic gases in the environment in real time,thereby adopting appropriate measures to protect trapped people from the toxic environment.Multimodal e-skin powered by AI algorithms and hardware circuits exhibits powerful environmental perception and information processing capabilities,which,as an interface for interaction with the physical world,dramatically expands intelligent robots’application scenarios.展开更多
Breathing is an inherent human activity;however,the composition of the air we inhale and gas exhale remains unknown to us.To address this,wearable vapor sensors can help people monitor air composition in real time to ...Breathing is an inherent human activity;however,the composition of the air we inhale and gas exhale remains unknown to us.To address this,wearable vapor sensors can help people monitor air composition in real time to avoid underlying risks,and for the early detection and treatment of diseases for home healthcare.Hydrogels with three-dimensional polymer networks and large amounts of water molecules are naturally flexible and stretchable.Functionalized hydrogels are intrinsically conductive,self-healing,self-adhesive,biocompatible,and room-temperature sensitive.Compared with traditional rigid vapor sensors,hydrogel-based gas and humidity sensors can directly fit human skin or clothing,and are more suitable for real-time monitoring of personal health and safety.In this review,current studies on hydrogel-based vapor sensors are investigated.The required properties and optimization methods of wearable hydrogel-based sensors are introduced.Subsequently,existing reports on the response mechanisms of hydrogel-based gas and humidity sensors are summarized.Related works on hydrogel-based vapor sensors for their application in personal health and safety monitoring are presented.Moreover,the potential of hydrogels in the field of vapor sensing is elucidated.Finally,the current research status,challenges,and future trends of hydrogel gas/humidity sensing are discussed.展开更多
Lymphatic metastasis(LM)emerges as an independent prognostic marker for hypopharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma(HSPSCC),chiefly contributing to treatment inefficacy.This study aimed to scrutinize the prognostic relevan...Lymphatic metastasis(LM)emerges as an independent prognostic marker for hypopharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma(HSPSCC),chiefly contributing to treatment inefficacy.This study aimed to scrutinize the prognostic relevance of HSP90AA1 and its potential regulatory mechanism of concerning LM in HPSCC.Methods:In a preceding investigation,HSP90AA1,a differential gene,was discovered through transcriptome sequencing of HPSCC tissues,considering both the presence and absence of LM.Validation of HSP90AA1 expression was accomplished via qRT-PCR,western-blotting(WB),and immunohistochemistry(IHC),while its prognostic significance was assessed employing Kaplan–Meier survival analysis(KMSA),log-rank test(LR),and Cox’s regression analysis(CRA).Bioinformatics techniques facilitated the prediction and analysis of its plausible mechanisms in LM,further substantiated by in vitro and in vivo experiments utilizing FaDu cell lines.Results:HSP90AA1 is substantially upregulated in HPSCC with LM and is identified as an independent prognostic risk determinant.The down-regulation of HSP90AA1 can achieve inhibition of tumor cell proliferation,migration and invasion.Both in vivo experiments and Bioinformatics exploration hint at promoting LM by Epithelial-mesenchymal transition(EMT),regulated by HSP90AA1.Conclusions:HSP90AA1,by controlling EMT,can foster LM in HPSCC.This finding sets the foundation for delving into new therapeutic targets for HPSCC.展开更多
Objective:To evaluate the efficacy and safety of balloon occlusion of the abdominal aorta for the treatment of pernicious placenta previa with placenta accreta.Methods:The clinical data of 623 patients with pernicious...Objective:To evaluate the efficacy and safety of balloon occlusion of the abdominal aorta for the treatment of pernicious placenta previa with placenta accreta.Methods:The clinical data of 623 patients with pernicious placenta previa combined with placenta accrete,who were admitted to our hospital from January 2013 to January 2019 were retrospectively analyzed.All patients underwent abdominal aortic balloon occlusion combined with cesarean section,and 78 patients underwent sequential bilateral uterine artery embolization.We analyzed the operation time,intraoperative blood loss,blood transfusion volume,intraoperative and postoperative complications,fetal radiation exposure time and dose,and the Apgar score of the newborns.We also performed other evaluations to ascertain the efficacy and safety of abdominal aortic balloon occlusion treatment for dangerous placenta previa with placenta accrete.Results:Of the 623 patients,545 underwent only abdominal aortic balloon occlusion,and 78 underwent uterine artery embolization due to intraoperative or postoperative bleeding.The uterus was successfully preserved in all patients.Except for five cases of right lower extremity arterial thrombosis,the remaining patients did not have postoperative lower extremity arteriovenous thrombosis,renal insufficiency,late postpartum hemorrhage,ectopic embolism,spinal cord or peripheral nerve damage,pelvic infection,or other serious complications.The mean operative time was 65.3(±14.5)min.The mean intraoperative blood loss was620(±570)ml.Ninety-six patients(15.4%,96/623)were treated with blood transfusion,and the average amount of blood transfused was 750(±400)ml.The average number of hospitalization days was 6.8(±3.4)days,the average time of fetal ray exposure was 5.2(±1.6)s,and the average radiation dose was 4.1(±2.7)m Gy.The neonatal Apgar score,was 8.4(±0.6)points at 1 min,and 9.6(±0.4)points at 5 min.In the follow-up to May 31,2019,29 patients were lost to follow-up,96 were lactating,and 498 were menstruating.Except for the cases lost to follow-up,the remaining 596 surviving newborns(including 2 twins)showed no abnormalities at the 42-day postnatal outpatient follow-up examination.Conclusion:Balloon occlusion of the abdominal aorta is a safe and effective method for the treatment of pernicious placenta previa with placenta accreta.展开更多
AIM To retrospectively compare the outcomes of catheter drainage,urokinase and ozone in management of empyema.METHODS Retrospective study included 209 patients(111 males and 98 females; age range 19 to 72 years) who w...AIM To retrospectively compare the outcomes of catheter drainage,urokinase and ozone in management of empyema.METHODS Retrospective study included 209 patients(111 males and 98 females; age range 19 to 72 years) who were diagnosed with empyema.The patients were divided into 3 groups based on the therapy instituted: catheter drainage only(group I); catheter drainage and urokinase(group II); catheter drainage,urokinase and ozone(group III).Drainage was considered successful if empyema was resolved with closure of cavity,clinical symptoms were resolved,and need for any further surgical procedure was avoided.Success rate,length of stay(LOS),need for further surgery and hospital costs were compared between the three groups using the Kruskall-Wallis nonparametric test,with P < 0.05 considered significant.RESULTS Of the 209 patients with empyema,all catheters were placed successfully under CT guidance.Sixty-three patients were treated with catheters alone(group I),64 with catheters and urokinase(group II),and 82 with catheters,urokinase and ozone(group III).Group I,group II and group III had success rates of 62%,83% and 95% respectively(P < 0.05).Group I and groupII had statistically longer LOS(P < 0.05) and higher hospital costs(P < 0.05) compared to group III.There were statistically significant differences between the three groups when comparing patients who converted into further surgery.CONCLUSION The combination of chest tube drainage,urokinase and ozone is a safe and effective therapeutic modality in thoracic empyema.展开更多
Background:Acute mountain sickness(AMS)is the mildest form of acute altitude illnesses,and consists of nonspecific symptoms when unacclimatized persons ascend to elevation of≥2500 m.Risk factors of AMS include:the al...Background:Acute mountain sickness(AMS)is the mildest form of acute altitude illnesses,and consists of nonspecific symptoms when unacclimatized persons ascend to elevation of≥2500 m.Risk factors of AMS include:the altitude,individual susceptibility,ascending rate and degree of pre-acclimatization.In the current study,we examined whether physiological response at low altitude could predict the development of AMS.Methods:A total of 111 healthy adult healthy volunteers participated in this trial;and 99(67 men and 32 women)completed the entire study protocol.Subjects were asked to complete a 9-min exercise program using a mechanically braked bicycle ergometer at low altitude(500 m).Heart rate,blood pressure(BP)and pulse oxygen saturation(SpO2)were recorded prior to and during the last minute of exercise.The ascent from 500 m to 4100 m was completed in 2 days.AMS was defined as≥3 points in a 4-item Lake Louise Score,with at least one point from headache wat 6–8 h after the ascent.Results:Among the 99 assessable subjects,47(23 men and 24 women)developed AMS at 4100 m.In comparison to the subjects without AMS,those who developed AMS had lower proportion of men(48.9%vs.84.6%,P<0.001),height(168.4±5.9 cm vs.171.3±6.1 cm,P=0.019),weight(62.0±10.0 kg vs.66.7±8.6 kg,P=0.014)and proportion of smokers(23.4%vs.51.9%,P=0.004).Multivariate regression analysis revealed the following independent risks for AMS:female sex(odds ratio(OR)=6.32,P<0.001),SpO2 change upon exercise at low altitude(OR=0.63,P=0.002)and systolic BP change after the ascent(OR=0.96,P=0.029).Women had larger reduction in SpO2 after the ascent,higher AMS percentage and absolute AMS score.Larger reduction of SpO2 after exercise was associated with both AMS incidence(P=0.001)and AMS score(P<0.001)in men but not in women.Conclusions:Larger SpO2 reduction after exercise at low altitude was an independent risk for AMS upon ascent.Such an association was more robust in men than in women.Trial registration:Chinese Clinical Trial Registration,ChiCTR1900025728.Registered 6 September 2019.展开更多
Organic electrochemical transistors(OECTs)have emerged as versatile platforms for broad applications spanning from flexible and wearable integrated circuits to biomedical monitoring to neuromorphic computing.A variety...Organic electrochemical transistors(OECTs)have emerged as versatile platforms for broad applications spanning from flexible and wearable integrated circuits to biomedical monitoring to neuromorphic computing.A variety of materials and tailored micro/nanostructures have recently been developed to realized stretchable OECTs,however,a solid-state OECT with high elasticity has not been demonstrated to date.Herein,we present a general platform developed for the facile generation of highly elastic all-polymer OECTs with high transconductance(up to 12.7 mS),long-term mechanical and environmental durability,and sustainability.Rapid prototyping of these devices was achieved simply by transfer printing lithium bis(trifluoromethane)sulfonimide doped poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene):poly(styrene sulfonate)(PEDOT:PSS/LiTFSI)microstructures onto a resilient gelatin-based gel electrolyte,in which both depletion-mode and enhancement-mode OECTs were produced using various active channels.Remarkably,the elaborate 3D architectures of the PEDOT:PSS were engineered,and an imprinted 3D-microstructured channel/electrolyte interface combined with wrinkled electrodes provided performance that was retained(>70%)through biaxial stretching of 100%strain and after 1000 repeated cycles of 80%strain.Furthermore,the anti-drying and degradable gelatin and the self-crosslinked PEDOT:PSS/LiTFSI jointly enabled stability during>4 months of storage and on-demand disposal and recycling.This work thus represents a straightforward approach towards high-performance stretchable organic electronics for wearable/implantable/neuromorphic/sustainable applications.展开更多
Background: More people ascend to high altitude(HA) for various activities, and some individuals are susceptible to HA illness after rapidly ascending from plains. Acute mountain sickness(AMS) is a general complaint t...Background: More people ascend to high altitude(HA) for various activities, and some individuals are susceptible to HA illness after rapidly ascending from plains. Acute mountain sickness(AMS) is a general complaint that affects activities of daily living at HA. Although genomic association analyses suggest that single nucleotide polymorphisms(SNPs) are involved in the genesis of AMS, no major gene variants associated with AMS-related symptoms have been identified.Methods: In this cross-sectional study, 604 young, healthy Chinese Han men were recruited in June and July of 2012 in Chengdu, and rapidly taken to above 3700 m by plane. Basic demographic parameters were collected at sea level, and heart rate, pulse oxygen saturation(Sp O2), systolic and diastolic blood pressure and AMS-related symptoms were determined within 18–24 h after arriving in Lhasa. AMS patients were identified according to the latest Lake Louise scoring system(LLSS). Potential associations between variant genotypes and AMS/AMS-related symptoms were identified by logistic regression after adjusting for potential confounders(age, body mass index and smoking status).Results: In total, 320 subjects(53.0%) were diagnosed with AMS, with no cases of high-altitude pulmonary edema or high-altitude cerebral edema. Sp O2 was significantly lower in the AMS group than that in the non-AMS group(P=0.003). Four SNPs in hypoxia-inducible factor-related genes were found to be associated with AMS before multiple hypothesis testing correction. The rs6756667(EPAS1) was associated with mild gastrointestinal symptoms(P=0.013), while rs3025039(VEGFA) was related to mild headache(P=0.0007). The combination of rs6756667 GG and rs3025039 CT/TT further increased the risk of developing AMS(OR=2.70, P<0.001).Conclusions: Under the latest LLSS, we find that EPAS1 and VEGFA gene variants are related to AMS susceptibility through different AMS-related symptoms in the Chinese Han population;this tool might be useful for screening susceptible populations and predicting clinical symptoms leading to AMS before an individual reaches HA.Trial registration: Chinese Clinical Trial Registration, Chi CTR-RCS-12002232. Registered 31 May 2012.展开更多
AIM:To investigate the variation of IGSF3 gene in three families with congenital absence of lacrimal puncta and canaliculi,and to lay a foundation for further research on the pathogenic gene of congenital lacrimal duc...AIM:To investigate the variation of IGSF3 gene in three families with congenital absence of lacrimal puncta and canaliculi,and to lay a foundation for further research on the pathogenic gene of congenital lacrimal duct agenesis.METHODS:The members of the three families were recruited.The ophthalmologic examinations in details,including slit-lamp biomicroscope,intraocular pressure and fundus examination,etc.were carried out.All patients were checked with paracentesis of puncta membrane and lacrimal duct probing,as well as the computed tomographydacryocystography(CT-DCG).Peripheral blood of 14 participants(3 normal)from three families were collected,4 mL each,for genomic DNA extraction,and 11 exon fragments of IGSF3 gene were amplified and sequenced by polymerase chain reaction(PCR)to determine whether there were IGSF3 genetic variation.RESULTS:A total of 14 members from three families were screened for 4 synonymous variants:c.930 C>T(p.Pro366=),c.1359 T>C(p.Ser709=),c.1797 G>A(p.Ser855=),c.1539 G>A(p.Ser769=),and 6 missense variants:c.l507 G>A(p.Gly759 Ser),c.1783 T>C(p.Trp851 Arg),c.1952 G>T(p.Ser 907 lle),c.3120 C>G(p.Asp1040 Glu),c.3123 C>G(p.Asp1041 Glu),c.3139_3140 insGAC(p.Asp1046_Pro1047 insAsp),and the latter three were only found in two patients with absence of lacrimal puncta and canaliculi combined with congenital osseous nasolacrimal canal obstruction from the first family.CONCLUSION:The same IGSF3 gene mutation c.31393140 insGAC is found in the patients with congenital absence of lacrimal puncta and canaliculi combine with osseous nasolacrimal canal obstruction.展开更多
Single crystal rare-earth magnets,such as hexagonal-close-packed gadolinium,usually have a large second order anisotropy K2 and a negative first order anisotropy K1 at low temperatures,which are difficult to explain u...Single crystal rare-earth magnets,such as hexagonal-close-packed gadolinium,usually have a large second order anisotropy K2 and a negative first order anisotropy K1 at low temperatures,which are difficult to explain using microscopic theories.An atomic scale effective spin Hamiltonian F|{Si}|is proposed,which,apart from the usual isotropic nearest neighbor coupling J,consists of two new terms that are different for in-plane and out-of-plane neighbors and which are characterized by two new couplings C1 and C2,respectively.The hybrid Monte-Carlo method is utilized to sample this system to the desired Boltzmann-like distribution exp(-F/kBT).It is found that K2 and K1 are compatible with the experimental values and arise naturally from the exchange anisotropy C1 and C2,which are less than 0.01%in magnitude of the isotropic exchange energy J.This new model spin Hamiltonian can also be applied to study other magnetic properties.展开更多
Facing problems with oil production decreasing quickly and water content increasing gradually in S103 well area, the Foam Profile Control was studied on the basis of its confirmed agent formula. The facies-controlled ...Facing problems with oil production decreasing quickly and water content increasing gradually in S103 well area, the Foam Profile Control was studied on the basis of its confirmed agent formula. The facies-controlled geological model of S103 well area was generated using random model based on Petrel software and using numerical simulation based on CMG software. Gas liquid alternating injection pattern was optimized as the optimal solution through the simulation optimization. Two months are optimized as the optimal solution through the simulation optimization. The cumulative oil production is 0.933 × 107 kg which is higher than the value of subsequent water flooding and the other three. Finally, it reaches the goals of slowing down the production decline and controlling the water rising.展开更多
HF (high frequency) radar sounder technology has been developed for several missions of Mars surface/subsurface exploration. This paper presents a model of rough surface and stratified sub-surfaces to describe the mul...HF (high frequency) radar sounder technology has been developed for several missions of Mars surface/subsurface exploration. This paper presents a model of rough surface and stratified sub-surfaces to describe the multi-layer structure of Mars polar deposits. Based on numerical simulation of radar echoes from rough surface/stratified interfaces, an inversion approach is developed to obtain the parameters of Polar Layered Deposits, i.e. layers thickness and dielectric constants. As a validation example, the SHARAD radar sounder data of the Promethei Lingula of Mars South Polar region is adopted for parameters inversion. The result of stratification is also analyzed and compared with the optical photo of the deep cliff of Chasma Australe canyon. Dielectric inversions show that the deposit media are not uniform, and the dielectric constants of the Promethei Lingula surfaces are large, and become reduced around the depth of 20 m - 30 m, below where most of the deposits are nearly pure ice, except a few thin layers with a lot of dust.展开更多
A solution-processed zinc oxide (ZnO) thin film as the buffer layer with optimized processes especially the annealing conditions for inverted polymer solar cells (PSCs) has been demonstrated. Firstly the thickness of ...A solution-processed zinc oxide (ZnO) thin film as the buffer layer with optimized processes especially the annealing conditions for inverted polymer solar cells (PSCs) has been demonstrated. Firstly the thickness of ZnO buffer layer was optimized, and different annealing conditions including temperature and time have also been taken into consideration. And the best Power Conversion Efficiency (PCE) 3.434% was observed when the ZnO buffer layer was spin–coated at 1500 rpm and annealed at 275℃ for 5 min, and AFM results showed that morphology of this ZnO film has the best uniformity which was beneficial to form high quality polymer composite active layer.展开更多
We apply the hybrid Monte Carlo (HMC) micromagnetie method to FeCo soft magnetic polycrystalline films and test the new method by comparing with the result worked out by micromagnetics using Landau Lifshitz-Gilbert ...We apply the hybrid Monte Carlo (HMC) micromagnetie method to FeCo soft magnetic polycrystalline films and test the new method by comparing with the result worked out by micromagnetics using Landau Lifshitz-Gilbert equations, and the magnetic properties of FeCo films are understood better by carefully considering the effects of polycrystalline microstructures. The hysteresis loops of the FeCo film from low temperature up to 1100K are simulated by the new HMC micromagnetic method.展开更多
We have recently developed a new micromagnetie method at finite temperature, where the Hybrid Monte Carlo method is employed to realize the Boltzmann distribution with respect to the magnetic free energy. Hence, the h...We have recently developed a new micromagnetie method at finite temperature, where the Hybrid Monte Carlo method is employed to realize the Boltzmann distribution with respect to the magnetic free energy. Hence, the hysteresis loops and domain structures at arbitrary temperature below the Curie point Tc can be simulated. The Haxnilton equations are used to find the magnetization distributions instead of the Landau-Lifshitz (LL) equations. In our previous work, we applied this method on a simple uniaxial anisotropy nano-paxticle and compared it with the mieromagnetic method using LL equations. In this work, we use this new method to simulate an LIO FePt-C granular thin film at finite temperatures. The polycrystalline Voronoi microstructure is included in the model, and the effects of the misorientation of FePt grains are also simulated.展开更多
The development of hydrogels capable of emitting multicolor fluorescence presents a promising avenue for addressing concerns related to information leakage and distortion of sensitive data.The integration of multifact...The development of hydrogels capable of emitting multicolor fluorescence presents a promising avenue for addressing concerns related to information leakage and distortion of sensitive data.The integration of multifactorinduced tunable fluorescence with a unique upper critical solution temperature(UCST)behavior in hydrogels significantly contributes to the development of multi-dimensional and multi-level information storage materials that can dynamically display information as well as offer a high level of security and protection for information.However,the fusion of these advantageous properties into hydrogels intended for information storage and display remains a considerable challenge.In this context,we introduce a novel three-dimensional(3D)fluorescent code-producing hydrogel array fabricated via vat photopolymerization(VP)3D printing,a technique offers a sustainable and efficient approach.This array unites the desired properties,capable of sequentially revealing concealed information through two distinct steps:(i)a heat-induced phase transition,and(ii)multicolor fluorescence triggered by ultraviolet(UV)/temperature exposure under specific conditions(i.e.,certain UV irradiation duration,heating time,and wavelength).The reversible transparency and reprogrammable fluorescence emission properties of these hydrogels are expected to significantly enhance the processes of information encryption and anti-counterfeiting.This advancement could potentially revolutionize the field of information security.展开更多
It has been proved to be an effective route to efficiently ameliorate photocatalytic performance of catalysts via designing three-dimensional(3D)hierarchical nanostructures and constructing oxygen vacancies(VOs).Howev...It has been proved to be an effective route to efficiently ameliorate photocatalytic performance of catalysts via designing three-dimensional(3D)hierarchical nanostructures and constructing oxygen vacancies(VOs).However,controlling the self-assembly of organization into 3D hierarchical nanostructures while introducing VOs in photocatalysts remains a challenge.Herein,we reported an ethylene glycol(EG)mediated approach to craft 3D hydrangea-structure Bi_(2)MoO_(6)with VOs for efficient photocatalytic degradation of tetracycline.Through manipulating the EG concentration during the fabrication process,the influence of EG concentration on the Bi_(2)MoO_(6)structure was systematically investigated.EG could promote the self-assembly of Bi_(2)MoO_(6)nanosheets to form a 3D hierarchical structure.Compared with 2D nanoplates,3D hierarchical architecture enhanced the surface area and the amount of active sites of Bi_(2)MoO_(6).In addition,the reduction effect of EG on metallic oxide enabled the generation of VOs in Bi_(2)MoO_(6).The VOs adjusted the electronic structure of Bi_(2)MoO_(6),which not only enhanced the light harvesting,but also facilitated the simultaneous utilization of photo-induced electrons and holes to form reactive oxygen species(·O2−and·OH)for the efficient tetracycline decomposition.3D Bi_(2)MoO_(6)hydrangea with VOs achieved a 79.4%removal efficiency of tetracycline after 75 min.This work provides a simple yet robust EG-mediated strategy,which not only promotes the self-assembly of nano-catalysts into 3D hierarchical architectures,but also crafts tunable VOs for highly efficient photocatalysis.展开更多
The metallic plasmonic array that can support both propagating surface plasmon polaritons(PSPPs)and localized surface plasmon resonance(LSPR)possesses rich optical properties and remarkable optical performance,making ...The metallic plasmonic array that can support both propagating surface plasmon polaritons(PSPPs)and localized surface plasmon resonance(LSPR)possesses rich optical properties and remarkable optical performance,making it a powerful platform for applications in photonics,chemistry,and materials.For practical applications,the excitation spot is usually smaller than the area of metal arrays.It is thus imperative to address“how many array units are enough?”towards a rational design of plasmonic nanostructures.Herein,we employed focused ion beam(FIB)to precisely fabricate a series of plasmonic array structures with increased unit number.By utilizing photoluminescence(PL)and surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy(SERS),we found that the array units outside the excitation spot still have a significant impact on the optical response within the spot.Combined with the numerical simulation,we found that the boundary of the finite array leads to the loss of PSPP outside the excitation point,which subsequently affects the coupling of PSPP and LSPR in the excitation spot,leading to variations in PL and SERS intensity.Based on the findings,we further tuned the LSPR mode of the metal arrays by electrodeposition to obtain strong near-field enhancement without any influence on the PSPP mode.This work advances the understanding of near-field and far-field optical behavior in finite-size array structures and provides guidance for designing highly-efficient photonic devices.展开更多
基金supports from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(61801525)the independent fund of the State Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Materials and Technologies(Sun Yat-sen University)under grant No.OEMT-2022-ZRC-05+3 种基金the Opening Project of State Key Laboratory of Polymer Materials Engineering(Sichuan University)(Grant No.sklpme2023-3-5))the Foundation of the state key Laboratory of Transducer Technology(No.SKT2301),Shenzhen Science and Technology Program(JCYJ20220530161809020&JCYJ20220818100415033)the Young Top Talent of Fujian Young Eagle Program of Fujian Province and Natural Science Foundation of Fujian Province(2023J02013)National Key R&D Program of China(2022YFB2802051).
文摘Post-earthquake rescue missions are full of challenges due to the unstable structure of ruins and successive aftershocks.Most of the current rescue robots lack the ability to interact with environments,leading to low rescue efficiency.The multimodal electronic skin(e-skin)proposed not only reproduces the pressure,temperature,and humidity sensing capabilities of natural skin but also develops sensing functions beyond it—perceiving object proximity and NO2 gas.Its multilayer stacked structure based on Ecoflex and organohydrogel endows the e-skin with mechanical properties similar to natural skin.Rescue robots integrated with multimodal e-skin and artificial intelligence(AI)algorithms show strong environmental perception capabilities and can accurately distinguish objects and identify human limbs through grasping,laying the foundation for automated post-earthquake rescue.Besides,the combination of e-skin and NO2 wireless alarm circuits allows robots to sense toxic gases in the environment in real time,thereby adopting appropriate measures to protect trapped people from the toxic environment.Multimodal e-skin powered by AI algorithms and hardware circuits exhibits powerful environmental perception and information processing capabilities,which,as an interface for interaction with the physical world,dramatically expands intelligent robots’application scenarios.
基金Jin Wu acknowledges financial support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.61801525)the Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation(No.2020A1515010693)+1 种基金the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities,Sun Yat-sen University(No.22lgqb17)the Independent Fund of the State Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Materials and Technologies(Sun Yat-sen University)under grant No.OEMT-2022-ZRC-05.
文摘Breathing is an inherent human activity;however,the composition of the air we inhale and gas exhale remains unknown to us.To address this,wearable vapor sensors can help people monitor air composition in real time to avoid underlying risks,and for the early detection and treatment of diseases for home healthcare.Hydrogels with three-dimensional polymer networks and large amounts of water molecules are naturally flexible and stretchable.Functionalized hydrogels are intrinsically conductive,self-healing,self-adhesive,biocompatible,and room-temperature sensitive.Compared with traditional rigid vapor sensors,hydrogel-based gas and humidity sensors can directly fit human skin or clothing,and are more suitable for real-time monitoring of personal health and safety.In this review,current studies on hydrogel-based vapor sensors are investigated.The required properties and optimization methods of wearable hydrogel-based sensors are introduced.Subsequently,existing reports on the response mechanisms of hydrogel-based gas and humidity sensors are summarized.Related works on hydrogel-based vapor sensors for their application in personal health and safety monitoring are presented.Moreover,the potential of hydrogels in the field of vapor sensing is elucidated.Finally,the current research status,challenges,and future trends of hydrogel gas/humidity sensing are discussed.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.82173303)Natural Science Foundation of Chongqing,China(Grant No.cstc2021ycjh-bgzxm0149).
文摘Lymphatic metastasis(LM)emerges as an independent prognostic marker for hypopharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma(HSPSCC),chiefly contributing to treatment inefficacy.This study aimed to scrutinize the prognostic relevance of HSP90AA1 and its potential regulatory mechanism of concerning LM in HPSCC.Methods:In a preceding investigation,HSP90AA1,a differential gene,was discovered through transcriptome sequencing of HPSCC tissues,considering both the presence and absence of LM.Validation of HSP90AA1 expression was accomplished via qRT-PCR,western-blotting(WB),and immunohistochemistry(IHC),while its prognostic significance was assessed employing Kaplan–Meier survival analysis(KMSA),log-rank test(LR),and Cox’s regression analysis(CRA).Bioinformatics techniques facilitated the prediction and analysis of its plausible mechanisms in LM,further substantiated by in vitro and in vivo experiments utilizing FaDu cell lines.Results:HSP90AA1 is substantially upregulated in HPSCC with LM and is identified as an independent prognostic risk determinant.The down-regulation of HSP90AA1 can achieve inhibition of tumor cell proliferation,migration and invasion.Both in vivo experiments and Bioinformatics exploration hint at promoting LM by Epithelial-mesenchymal transition(EMT),regulated by HSP90AA1.Conclusions:HSP90AA1,by controlling EMT,can foster LM in HPSCC.This finding sets the foundation for delving into new therapeutic targets for HPSCC.
文摘Objective:To evaluate the efficacy and safety of balloon occlusion of the abdominal aorta for the treatment of pernicious placenta previa with placenta accreta.Methods:The clinical data of 623 patients with pernicious placenta previa combined with placenta accrete,who were admitted to our hospital from January 2013 to January 2019 were retrospectively analyzed.All patients underwent abdominal aortic balloon occlusion combined with cesarean section,and 78 patients underwent sequential bilateral uterine artery embolization.We analyzed the operation time,intraoperative blood loss,blood transfusion volume,intraoperative and postoperative complications,fetal radiation exposure time and dose,and the Apgar score of the newborns.We also performed other evaluations to ascertain the efficacy and safety of abdominal aortic balloon occlusion treatment for dangerous placenta previa with placenta accrete.Results:Of the 623 patients,545 underwent only abdominal aortic balloon occlusion,and 78 underwent uterine artery embolization due to intraoperative or postoperative bleeding.The uterus was successfully preserved in all patients.Except for five cases of right lower extremity arterial thrombosis,the remaining patients did not have postoperative lower extremity arteriovenous thrombosis,renal insufficiency,late postpartum hemorrhage,ectopic embolism,spinal cord or peripheral nerve damage,pelvic infection,or other serious complications.The mean operative time was 65.3(±14.5)min.The mean intraoperative blood loss was620(±570)ml.Ninety-six patients(15.4%,96/623)were treated with blood transfusion,and the average amount of blood transfused was 750(±400)ml.The average number of hospitalization days was 6.8(±3.4)days,the average time of fetal ray exposure was 5.2(±1.6)s,and the average radiation dose was 4.1(±2.7)m Gy.The neonatal Apgar score,was 8.4(±0.6)points at 1 min,and 9.6(±0.4)points at 5 min.In the follow-up to May 31,2019,29 patients were lost to follow-up,96 were lactating,and 498 were menstruating.Except for the cases lost to follow-up,the remaining 596 surviving newborns(including 2 twins)showed no abnormalities at the 42-day postnatal outpatient follow-up examination.Conclusion:Balloon occlusion of the abdominal aorta is a safe and effective method for the treatment of pernicious placenta previa with placenta accreta.
文摘AIM To retrospectively compare the outcomes of catheter drainage,urokinase and ozone in management of empyema.METHODS Retrospective study included 209 patients(111 males and 98 females; age range 19 to 72 years) who were diagnosed with empyema.The patients were divided into 3 groups based on the therapy instituted: catheter drainage only(group I); catheter drainage and urokinase(group II); catheter drainage,urokinase and ozone(group III).Drainage was considered successful if empyema was resolved with closure of cavity,clinical symptoms were resolved,and need for any further surgical procedure was avoided.Success rate,length of stay(LOS),need for further surgery and hospital costs were compared between the three groups using the Kruskall-Wallis nonparametric test,with P < 0.05 considered significant.RESULTS Of the 209 patients with empyema,all catheters were placed successfully under CT guidance.Sixty-three patients were treated with catheters alone(group I),64 with catheters and urokinase(group II),and 82 with catheters,urokinase and ozone(group III).Group I,group II and group III had success rates of 62%,83% and 95% respectively(P < 0.05).Group I and groupII had statistically longer LOS(P < 0.05) and higher hospital costs(P < 0.05) compared to group III.There were statistically significant differences between the three groups when comparing patients who converted into further surgery.CONCLUSION The combination of chest tube drainage,urokinase and ozone is a safe and effective therapeutic modality in thoracic empyema.
基金supported by grants from the Research Project of PLA(BLJ18J007)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(81730054)the Ministry of Health of China(201002012)。
文摘Background:Acute mountain sickness(AMS)is the mildest form of acute altitude illnesses,and consists of nonspecific symptoms when unacclimatized persons ascend to elevation of≥2500 m.Risk factors of AMS include:the altitude,individual susceptibility,ascending rate and degree of pre-acclimatization.In the current study,we examined whether physiological response at low altitude could predict the development of AMS.Methods:A total of 111 healthy adult healthy volunteers participated in this trial;and 99(67 men and 32 women)completed the entire study protocol.Subjects were asked to complete a 9-min exercise program using a mechanically braked bicycle ergometer at low altitude(500 m).Heart rate,blood pressure(BP)and pulse oxygen saturation(SpO2)were recorded prior to and during the last minute of exercise.The ascent from 500 m to 4100 m was completed in 2 days.AMS was defined as≥3 points in a 4-item Lake Louise Score,with at least one point from headache wat 6–8 h after the ascent.Results:Among the 99 assessable subjects,47(23 men and 24 women)developed AMS at 4100 m.In comparison to the subjects without AMS,those who developed AMS had lower proportion of men(48.9%vs.84.6%,P<0.001),height(168.4±5.9 cm vs.171.3±6.1 cm,P=0.019),weight(62.0±10.0 kg vs.66.7±8.6 kg,P=0.014)and proportion of smokers(23.4%vs.51.9%,P=0.004).Multivariate regression analysis revealed the following independent risks for AMS:female sex(odds ratio(OR)=6.32,P<0.001),SpO2 change upon exercise at low altitude(OR=0.63,P=0.002)and systolic BP change after the ascent(OR=0.96,P=0.029).Women had larger reduction in SpO2 after the ascent,higher AMS percentage and absolute AMS score.Larger reduction of SpO2 after exercise was associated with both AMS incidence(P=0.001)and AMS score(P<0.001)in men but not in women.Conclusions:Larger SpO2 reduction after exercise at low altitude was an independent risk for AMS upon ascent.Such an association was more robust in men than in women.Trial registration:Chinese Clinical Trial Registration,ChiCTR1900025728.Registered 6 September 2019.
基金supported by National Natural Science Fund of China(21802171,22075325)Guangzhou Municipal Science and Technology Project(202002030434).
文摘Organic electrochemical transistors(OECTs)have emerged as versatile platforms for broad applications spanning from flexible and wearable integrated circuits to biomedical monitoring to neuromorphic computing.A variety of materials and tailored micro/nanostructures have recently been developed to realized stretchable OECTs,however,a solid-state OECT with high elasticity has not been demonstrated to date.Herein,we present a general platform developed for the facile generation of highly elastic all-polymer OECTs with high transconductance(up to 12.7 mS),long-term mechanical and environmental durability,and sustainability.Rapid prototyping of these devices was achieved simply by transfer printing lithium bis(trifluoromethane)sulfonimide doped poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene):poly(styrene sulfonate)(PEDOT:PSS/LiTFSI)microstructures onto a resilient gelatin-based gel electrolyte,in which both depletion-mode and enhancement-mode OECTs were produced using various active channels.Remarkably,the elaborate 3D architectures of the PEDOT:PSS were engineered,and an imprinted 3D-microstructured channel/electrolyte interface combined with wrinkled electrodes provided performance that was retained(>70%)through biaxial stretching of 100%strain and after 1000 repeated cycles of 80%strain.Furthermore,the anti-drying and degradable gelatin and the self-crosslinked PEDOT:PSS/LiTFSI jointly enabled stability during>4 months of storage and on-demand disposal and recycling.This work thus represents a straightforward approach towards high-performance stretchable organic electronics for wearable/implantable/neuromorphic/sustainable applications.
基金support by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (81730054, 81873519)the Ministry of Health of China (201002012)Research Project of PLA (BLJ18J007)。
文摘Background: More people ascend to high altitude(HA) for various activities, and some individuals are susceptible to HA illness after rapidly ascending from plains. Acute mountain sickness(AMS) is a general complaint that affects activities of daily living at HA. Although genomic association analyses suggest that single nucleotide polymorphisms(SNPs) are involved in the genesis of AMS, no major gene variants associated with AMS-related symptoms have been identified.Methods: In this cross-sectional study, 604 young, healthy Chinese Han men were recruited in June and July of 2012 in Chengdu, and rapidly taken to above 3700 m by plane. Basic demographic parameters were collected at sea level, and heart rate, pulse oxygen saturation(Sp O2), systolic and diastolic blood pressure and AMS-related symptoms were determined within 18–24 h after arriving in Lhasa. AMS patients were identified according to the latest Lake Louise scoring system(LLSS). Potential associations between variant genotypes and AMS/AMS-related symptoms were identified by logistic regression after adjusting for potential confounders(age, body mass index and smoking status).Results: In total, 320 subjects(53.0%) were diagnosed with AMS, with no cases of high-altitude pulmonary edema or high-altitude cerebral edema. Sp O2 was significantly lower in the AMS group than that in the non-AMS group(P=0.003). Four SNPs in hypoxia-inducible factor-related genes were found to be associated with AMS before multiple hypothesis testing correction. The rs6756667(EPAS1) was associated with mild gastrointestinal symptoms(P=0.013), while rs3025039(VEGFA) was related to mild headache(P=0.0007). The combination of rs6756667 GG and rs3025039 CT/TT further increased the risk of developing AMS(OR=2.70, P<0.001).Conclusions: Under the latest LLSS, we find that EPAS1 and VEGFA gene variants are related to AMS susceptibility through different AMS-related symptoms in the Chinese Han population;this tool might be useful for screening susceptible populations and predicting clinical symptoms leading to AMS before an individual reaches HA.Trial registration: Chinese Clinical Trial Registration, Chi CTR-RCS-12002232. Registered 31 May 2012.
基金Supported by High-Level Talents Training Foundation of the Armed Police Force(No.GCCRC-02)。
文摘AIM:To investigate the variation of IGSF3 gene in three families with congenital absence of lacrimal puncta and canaliculi,and to lay a foundation for further research on the pathogenic gene of congenital lacrimal duct agenesis.METHODS:The members of the three families were recruited.The ophthalmologic examinations in details,including slit-lamp biomicroscope,intraocular pressure and fundus examination,etc.were carried out.All patients were checked with paracentesis of puncta membrane and lacrimal duct probing,as well as the computed tomographydacryocystography(CT-DCG).Peripheral blood of 14 participants(3 normal)from three families were collected,4 mL each,for genomic DNA extraction,and 11 exon fragments of IGSF3 gene were amplified and sequenced by polymerase chain reaction(PCR)to determine whether there were IGSF3 genetic variation.RESULTS:A total of 14 members from three families were screened for 4 synonymous variants:c.930 C>T(p.Pro366=),c.1359 T>C(p.Ser709=),c.1797 G>A(p.Ser855=),c.1539 G>A(p.Ser769=),and 6 missense variants:c.l507 G>A(p.Gly759 Ser),c.1783 T>C(p.Trp851 Arg),c.1952 G>T(p.Ser 907 lle),c.3120 C>G(p.Asp1040 Glu),c.3123 C>G(p.Asp1041 Glu),c.3139_3140 insGAC(p.Asp1046_Pro1047 insAsp),and the latter three were only found in two patients with absence of lacrimal puncta and canaliculi combined with congenital osseous nasolacrimal canal obstruction from the first family.CONCLUSION:The same IGSF3 gene mutation c.31393140 insGAC is found in the patients with congenital absence of lacrimal puncta and canaliculi combine with osseous nasolacrimal canal obstruction.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China under Grant Nos.51771099 and 11621131001。
文摘Single crystal rare-earth magnets,such as hexagonal-close-packed gadolinium,usually have a large second order anisotropy K2 and a negative first order anisotropy K1 at low temperatures,which are difficult to explain using microscopic theories.An atomic scale effective spin Hamiltonian F|{Si}|is proposed,which,apart from the usual isotropic nearest neighbor coupling J,consists of two new terms that are different for in-plane and out-of-plane neighbors and which are characterized by two new couplings C1 and C2,respectively.The hybrid Monte-Carlo method is utilized to sample this system to the desired Boltzmann-like distribution exp(-F/kBT).It is found that K2 and K1 are compatible with the experimental values and arise naturally from the exchange anisotropy C1 and C2,which are less than 0.01%in magnitude of the isotropic exchange energy J.This new model spin Hamiltonian can also be applied to study other magnetic properties.
文摘Facing problems with oil production decreasing quickly and water content increasing gradually in S103 well area, the Foam Profile Control was studied on the basis of its confirmed agent formula. The facies-controlled geological model of S103 well area was generated using random model based on Petrel software and using numerical simulation based on CMG software. Gas liquid alternating injection pattern was optimized as the optimal solution through the simulation optimization. Two months are optimized as the optimal solution through the simulation optimization. The cumulative oil production is 0.933 × 107 kg which is higher than the value of subsequent water flooding and the other three. Finally, it reaches the goals of slowing down the production decline and controlling the water rising.
文摘HF (high frequency) radar sounder technology has been developed for several missions of Mars surface/subsurface exploration. This paper presents a model of rough surface and stratified sub-surfaces to describe the multi-layer structure of Mars polar deposits. Based on numerical simulation of radar echoes from rough surface/stratified interfaces, an inversion approach is developed to obtain the parameters of Polar Layered Deposits, i.e. layers thickness and dielectric constants. As a validation example, the SHARAD radar sounder data of the Promethei Lingula of Mars South Polar region is adopted for parameters inversion. The result of stratification is also analyzed and compared with the optical photo of the deep cliff of Chasma Australe canyon. Dielectric inversions show that the deposit media are not uniform, and the dielectric constants of the Promethei Lingula surfaces are large, and become reduced around the depth of 20 m - 30 m, below where most of the deposits are nearly pure ice, except a few thin layers with a lot of dust.
文摘A solution-processed zinc oxide (ZnO) thin film as the buffer layer with optimized processes especially the annealing conditions for inverted polymer solar cells (PSCs) has been demonstrated. Firstly the thickness of ZnO buffer layer was optimized, and different annealing conditions including temperature and time have also been taken into consideration. And the best Power Conversion Efficiency (PCE) 3.434% was observed when the ZnO buffer layer was spin–coated at 1500 rpm and annealed at 275℃ for 5 min, and AFM results showed that morphology of this ZnO film has the best uniformity which was beneficial to form high quality polymer composite active layer.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China under Grant Nos 51171086 and 51371101
文摘We apply the hybrid Monte Carlo (HMC) micromagnetie method to FeCo soft magnetic polycrystalline films and test the new method by comparing with the result worked out by micromagnetics using Landau Lifshitz-Gilbert equations, and the magnetic properties of FeCo films are understood better by carefully considering the effects of polycrystalline microstructures. The hysteresis loops of the FeCo film from low temperature up to 1100K are simulated by the new HMC micromagnetic method.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China under Grant Nos 51171086 and 51371101
文摘We have recently developed a new micromagnetie method at finite temperature, where the Hybrid Monte Carlo method is employed to realize the Boltzmann distribution with respect to the magnetic free energy. Hence, the hysteresis loops and domain structures at arbitrary temperature below the Curie point Tc can be simulated. The Haxnilton equations are used to find the magnetization distributions instead of the Landau-Lifshitz (LL) equations. In our previous work, we applied this method on a simple uniaxial anisotropy nano-paxticle and compared it with the mieromagnetic method using LL equations. In this work, we use this new method to simulate an LIO FePt-C granular thin film at finite temperatures. The polycrystalline Voronoi microstructure is included in the model, and the effects of the misorientation of FePt grains are also simulated.
基金the financial supported from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(12304482)Guizhou Provincial Basic Research Program(Natural Science)ZK[2022]Major Project 029+1 种基金Fund Project of Guizhou Minzu University(4D Printing Smart Materials Technological Innovative Talents Team,GZMUZK[2023]CXTD01)the financial supported from the Guizhou Provincial Key Technology R&D Program[2020]4Y107。
文摘The development of hydrogels capable of emitting multicolor fluorescence presents a promising avenue for addressing concerns related to information leakage and distortion of sensitive data.The integration of multifactorinduced tunable fluorescence with a unique upper critical solution temperature(UCST)behavior in hydrogels significantly contributes to the development of multi-dimensional and multi-level information storage materials that can dynamically display information as well as offer a high level of security and protection for information.However,the fusion of these advantageous properties into hydrogels intended for information storage and display remains a considerable challenge.In this context,we introduce a novel three-dimensional(3D)fluorescent code-producing hydrogel array fabricated via vat photopolymerization(VP)3D printing,a technique offers a sustainable and efficient approach.This array unites the desired properties,capable of sequentially revealing concealed information through two distinct steps:(i)a heat-induced phase transition,and(ii)multicolor fluorescence triggered by ultraviolet(UV)/temperature exposure under specific conditions(i.e.,certain UV irradiation duration,heating time,and wavelength).The reversible transparency and reprogrammable fluorescence emission properties of these hydrogels are expected to significantly enhance the processes of information encryption and anti-counterfeiting.This advancement could potentially revolutionize the field of information security.
基金the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2021YFB3600701)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.61922090,22022602,and U23B20166).
文摘It has been proved to be an effective route to efficiently ameliorate photocatalytic performance of catalysts via designing three-dimensional(3D)hierarchical nanostructures and constructing oxygen vacancies(VOs).However,controlling the self-assembly of organization into 3D hierarchical nanostructures while introducing VOs in photocatalysts remains a challenge.Herein,we reported an ethylene glycol(EG)mediated approach to craft 3D hydrangea-structure Bi_(2)MoO_(6)with VOs for efficient photocatalytic degradation of tetracycline.Through manipulating the EG concentration during the fabrication process,the influence of EG concentration on the Bi_(2)MoO_(6)structure was systematically investigated.EG could promote the self-assembly of Bi_(2)MoO_(6)nanosheets to form a 3D hierarchical structure.Compared with 2D nanoplates,3D hierarchical architecture enhanced the surface area and the amount of active sites of Bi_(2)MoO_(6).In addition,the reduction effect of EG on metallic oxide enabled the generation of VOs in Bi_(2)MoO_(6).The VOs adjusted the electronic structure of Bi_(2)MoO_(6),which not only enhanced the light harvesting,but also facilitated the simultaneous utilization of photo-induced electrons and holes to form reactive oxygen species(·O2−and·OH)for the efficient tetracycline decomposition.3D Bi_(2)MoO_(6)hydrangea with VOs achieved a 79.4%removal efficiency of tetracycline after 75 min.This work provides a simple yet robust EG-mediated strategy,which not only promotes the self-assembly of nano-catalysts into 3D hierarchical architectures,but also crafts tunable VOs for highly efficient photocatalysis.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.22021001,22227802,22104125,and 92061118)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(No.20720220018)the Innovation Laboratory for Sciences and Technologies of Energy Materials of Fujian Province(IKKEM).
文摘The metallic plasmonic array that can support both propagating surface plasmon polaritons(PSPPs)and localized surface plasmon resonance(LSPR)possesses rich optical properties and remarkable optical performance,making it a powerful platform for applications in photonics,chemistry,and materials.For practical applications,the excitation spot is usually smaller than the area of metal arrays.It is thus imperative to address“how many array units are enough?”towards a rational design of plasmonic nanostructures.Herein,we employed focused ion beam(FIB)to precisely fabricate a series of plasmonic array structures with increased unit number.By utilizing photoluminescence(PL)and surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy(SERS),we found that the array units outside the excitation spot still have a significant impact on the optical response within the spot.Combined with the numerical simulation,we found that the boundary of the finite array leads to the loss of PSPP outside the excitation point,which subsequently affects the coupling of PSPP and LSPR in the excitation spot,leading to variations in PL and SERS intensity.Based on the findings,we further tuned the LSPR mode of the metal arrays by electrodeposition to obtain strong near-field enhancement without any influence on the PSPP mode.This work advances the understanding of near-field and far-field optical behavior in finite-size array structures and provides guidance for designing highly-efficient photonic devices.