1、访学中请信School of Materials Science and EngineeringXi an University of Architecture and Technology 235 Jiandong StreetXi an, Shaanxi 710055 P. R. China 18 January, 2012Professor William LeeDepartment of MaterialsImperial College LondonSouth Kensington Campus London SW7 2AZ UKDear Professor Lee,I am wri
2、ting to inquire about the possibility of my studying and researching in your lab for twelve months as a visiting scholar. While preparing for my application to China Scholarship Council/ Since my application to China Scholarship Council has been approved, I would like to express my strong interest i
3、n joining your research group and collaborating in your scholarly work.I am a professor in School of Materials Science and Engineering, Xian University of Architecture andTechnology here in China, and my research interest is mainly on refractories. I got my Bachelor s de gree in Inorganic Non-metall
4、ic Materials in 1990 and Masters in the same specialty in 1993 in the same universitywhere I have been working since 1990. Afterwards, I got my Doctors degree in Materials Science and Engineering from Xi an Jiaotong University in 2005. My current research focuses on refractories and high-temperature
5、 ceramic and I am proceeding with my research program. However, due to the restricted condition in experiment, finance and limited personal experience, I would like to find an opportunity to go abroad for further study and research.Your researches are of particular interest to me, especially in corr
6、osion resistance of refractories and use of phase diagrams in studies of refractories corrosion. Your group s research isisoovative that I believe that if given the opportunity to work under your guidance, I would be able to share your enlightening ideas and improve my research capacity in this fiel
7、d, which will greatly benefit both my personal advancement and the overall development in related research in my university.All costs for my visit abroad, including accommodation, health insurance, living expenses and round-trip international air tickets, will be covered by China Scholarship Council
8、. I would also like you to know that my proposed stay in Britain lasts from September 2012 to September 2013, which is adjustable according to your schedule. After I finish my visit in Britain, I will be back to China and continue my research in the field of refractories.Your suggestions and conside
9、ration upon my request will be highly appreciated. I am looking forward to your favorable reply at your earliest convenience.Sincerely yours,Liu Tianhong访学英文简历CURRICULUM VITAEName:Liu TianhongNationality:ChineseDate of birth:12 May, 1968Place of birth: Henan, P. R. ChinaMarital Status: Married, with
10、 one childHealth:ExcellentPresent Address: Apt. 16-3, Bldg. 12Xi an University of Architecture and Technology235 Jiandong StreetXi an, Shaanxi 710055Mobile:E-mail:EDUCA TION2001 2005 School of Materials Science and Engineering, Xi an Jiaotong University, Xi anReceived Ph.D. in Materials Science and
11、Engineering in 20051990 1993 Department of Metallurgical Engineering, Xi aUniversi ty of Architecture and Technology, Xi anReceived Masters degree in Inorganic Non-metallic Materials in 19931986 1990 Department of Metallurgical Engineering, Xi aUniversity of Architecture and Technology, Xi anReceive
12、d Bachelors degree in Inorganic Non-metallic Materials in 1990RESEARCH WORK2005present Xi an University of Architecture and TechnologyHigh Temperature Ceramic Laboratory, half-time (while teaching)Research areas: Preparation and corrosion-resistance of new type aluminous cements containing magnesium
13、 aluminate spinel, Preparation of MgO-hercynite refractories2001 2005Xi an Jiaotong UniversityState Key Laboratory for Mechanical Behavior of MaterialsResearch areas: study on Mechanism of self-propagating high temperature synthesis of TiC-Metal composites19932001Xi an University of Architecture and
14、 TechnologyHigh Temperature Ceramic Laboratory,Research areas:Researched and developed new refractory used in the iron & steel, cement and glass Industries1990 1993Xi an University of Architecture and TechnologyHigh Temperature Ceramic LaboratoryResearch areas: Hydration resistance of MgO-CaO clinke
15、rsPUBLICATIONS1 Liu, Tianhong. Preparation of Hercynite, Bulletin of the Chinese ceramic society , 2007, 26 (5): 1003-1006.2 Liu, Tianhong, Quncheng Fan, MA Yan, and Zhi-hao Jin. Dissolution-precipitation Mechanism of Self-propagating High-temperature Synthesis of TiC-Cu Cermet. Journal of Universit
16、y of Science and Technology, Beijing 2007, 14 (6): 568-572.3 Liu, Tianhong, Quncheng Fan, Meizhuan Gu, Zihong Wang, and Zhihao Jin. Mechanism of Combustion Synthesis of TiC-Ti Cermet. Journal of Wuhan University of Technology-Materirals (Science Edition) ， 2007 ， 22(3): 502-505.4 Liu, Tianhong, Qunc
17、heng Fan, Meizhuan Gu, Zihong Wang, and Zhihao Jin. Microstructural Evolution during the Combustion Synthesis of Ti-Al Cermet with Larger Metallic Particles Mater. Sci. Eng. A, 2006, 425(10): 318-325.5 Liu, Tianhong, Zhi-peng Gao, and Gui-hua Jing. Preparation of New Type Aluminous Cermets Containin
18、g Magnesium Aluminate Spinel, Journal of Xi an Univo.f Arch. & Tech. (Nature Science Edition) , 2005, 37(3): 411-416.6 Liu, Tianhong, Quncheng Fan, Meizhuan Gu, Zihong Wang, and Zhihao Jin. Dissolution-precipitation Mechanism of Self-propagating Hing-temperture Synthesis of TiC-Ni cermet. Mater. Sci
19、. Eng. A, 2004, 382(1-2): 132-140.7 Liu, Tianhong and Xing-hua Yang. The Effect of Al 2O3、 Fe2O3 Additives on Hydration Resistance of MgO-CaO Clinkers, Refractories , 1998, 32(2): 77-79.8 Liu, Tianhong, Ming-xue Jiang, and Ming-hua Zhang. Conductivity of MgO-C Bricks for Direct Current Electrical ar
20、c Furnace, Refractories , 1997, 31(6): 316-318.REFERENCEHu Minxiong, Professor of Materials Science and Engineering, School of Materials Science and Engineering,Xi an University of Architecture and Technology, Xi an, P. R. China (， 86-)合作研究申请信Electric Vehicle R&D CenterBeijing Institute of Technolog
21、yBeijing 100081P. R. ChinaJune 12, 2010Dr. Edward RobertsEV Technology InstituteUK Electricity IndustryChester CH 6ESU. K.Dear Dr. Roberts:Recently I got to know Dr. Mike Stevens when he was attending the International High-Tech Product Exhibition Week held in Beijing from May 815, 2010. As I am ver
22、y interested in going abroad to do researches into electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure development, Dr. Stevens suggested I should contact you for information regarding international collaboration.In the last ten years or so, I have been engaged in EV R&D projects in China and made considerable pro
23、gress in this field. What I need to do now is to undertake an international survey of the current status in the key areas of EV support infrastructure. I plan to focus on operational experience with charging stations and systems, power quality issues and the effectiveness of standards setting framew
24、orks.I wonder if it is possible for me to go to your institute to conduct research in the areas mentioned above. I am herein enclosing my c.v. for your reference. I would be very pleased if you could suggest any possible areas for our cooperation.I look forward to hearing from you.Yours sincerely,(S
25、ignature)Chen XianmingDirectorEV R&D Center工作计划WORK PLANIntroductionThe drawback of the success story of the automobile industry is the pollution produced by tail pipe. Pollution reduces the quality of life especially in urban areas with high population and vehicle densities. On this background alte
26、rnative fuels for vehicles have been investigated. Electricity is the only candidate that avoids any emissions, and in the long run, is independent of future oil shortage. The presently known world oil resources last 43 years at constant consumption. Therefore, electricity offers the only solution f
27、or urban areas.Beijing is one of the ten most polluted cities in the world. In 1999 the Chinese government initiated the Clean Air Project-Clean Vehicle Action scheme for the research and development, manufacture, and utilization of electric vehicles in twelve big cities in China such as Beijing and
28、 Shanghai. I have been heavily involved in this scheme to develop electric buses for public transport. Now that the R&D part of the work is completed, we are planning for the infrastructure development. What I plan to do now is to undertake an international survey of the current status in the key ar
29、eas of EV support infrastructure. Work PlanDuring my 6-month visit to XXX University, my proposed research will focus on the following parts of infrastructure: Vehicle part of infrastructure: including information of dealers and sales organizations of Evs, components suppliers and training of servic
30、e personnel; Utility part of infrastructure: information about production and distribution of electricity, technology of converting different primary energy such as coal, gas, nuclear, hydro and solar into electricity: Public part of infrastructure: information about street and road conditions and l
31、ong-time parking areas with standard sockets suitable for Evs.Such information will enable me to Review the current framework for setting standards relating to electric vehicle infrastructure and improving relationships between different frameworks; Review operational experience with EV charging sta
32、tions; Evaluate EV charging systems and their associate protective devices; Study the impact of EV use on local power distribution networks. ConclusionInfrastructure development is a costly engineering project. But as the environmental consciousness of the public is increasing, the EV infrastructure construction is a worthy endeavor in the long run. But we can try to introduce the new type of drive for automobiles at the lowest total cost for individuals as well as industries.注：Work Plan 也称作 Research Proposal
