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SDN Controller for Optical Network Control
PublicationThe ability of centralized programming flow tables in switches and routers to perform programmable resource control and management from the central controller under the Software Defined Networking (SDN) concept has introduced a new approach to controlling and managing network resources. The main principles of the SDN concept, as defined by the Open Networking Foundation (ONF), apply primarily to packet networks, making the usage...
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Seasonal meat stock demand used comparison of performance smoothing-average forecasting
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Secondary Structure in Free and Assisted Modeling of Proteins with the Coarse-Grained UNRES Force Field
PublicationSecondary structure is a solid scaffold on which the three-dimensional structure of a protein is built. Therefore, care must be taken to reproduce the secondary structure as accurately as possible in the simulations of protein systems. In this chapter, we summarize the physics-based energy terms that govern secondary-structure formation, the auxiliary restraints on secondary structure derived from bioinformatics and from the experimental...
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Selecting an Applicable Cybersecurity Assessment Framework: Qualitative Metrics-Based Multiple-Factor Analysis
PublicationRecently, a survey of cybersecurity assessment methods focused on general characteristics was conducted. Among its major findings, it revealed the methods’ adoption issues. This paper presents a follow-up to the study. It provides an in-depth analysis of the methods’ adoption-related properties based on qualitative metrics. As a result, the proposals which demonstrate a higher adoption potential were identified. The methods are...
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Selection of the technology of repair works of concrete industrial floors in view of their degree of technical dysfunctions
PublicationConcrete floors are among the elements in construction facilities whose design requires engineering experience, workmanship requires the maintenance of a technological regime, while during their operation it is necessary to conduct periodic repairs. They are most often used as working and communication space in industrial facilities. Regardless of the place of installation, concrete...
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Selective Enrichment of Partial Denitrifying Bacteria Enabling High Nitrite Production under Stepwise Elevated Salinity: Sludge Granulation and Metagenomic Mechanisms
PublicationThe innovative partial denitrification/anammox (PD/A) process holds significant promise for treating industrial wastewater containing nitrate, yet it may encounter the challenge of high salinity’s inhibitory impact. In this study, a nitrite-producing PD process, crucial for stable and efficient anammox, was developed. The effect of salt on performance was thoroughly assessed, and metabolic mechanisms were dissected. Results showed...
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Selective light-activation of sensing regions in hybrid Au-graphene-TiO2 chemiresistive gas sensor
PublicationControlling the sensing activity of novel gas sensors is a desirable and simultaneously challenging issue. In this work, ink-printed graphene-based hybrid sensors are demonstrated, and the possibility of selective activation of gas-sensitive components with light is presented. Graphene flakes were mixed with TiO2 nanoparticles and decorated with Au nanoparticles to produce sensors of photocatalytic and plasmonic properties (Au-G-TiO2)....
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Self-Isolation in MIMO Array Using Mode Diversity
PublicationA new isolation technique is proposed for multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) microstrip patch antenna (MPA) arrays utilizing mode’s diversity. Typically, similar modes are excited in each element of the MIMO array. However, the proposed MIMO array uses two elements of different sizes excited in distinct modes at the same frequency. It is found that the TM01 mode excited in one MPA, a hybrid mode (TM03+TM21) is induced in the...
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Sensing of NO2, NH3, and C3H6O by graphene-Si Schottky diode at chosen voltage biases
PublicationOur research aims to propose a selective gas sensor based on a single graphene-silicon Schottky junction. By polarizing the sensor with selected voltage, we move between different regions of its gas sensitivity dependent on the lighting conditions. Our results show that low detection limits (36 ppb for NO2, 238 ppb for NH3, and 640 ppb for C3H6O) are obtained under UV irradiation at -0.4 V; however, a light source power supply...
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Separation of Simultaneous Speakers with Acoustic Vector Sensor
PublicationThis paper presents a method of sound source separation in live audio signals, based on sound intensity analysis. Sound pressure signals recorded with an acoustic vector sensor are analyzed, and the spectral distribution of sound intensity in two dimensions is calculated. Spectral components of the analyzed signal are selected based on the calculated source direction, which leads to a spatial filtration of the sound. The experiments...
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Separatory jednolite i składane docierarek tarczowych do płaszczyzn
PublicationOmówiono rodzaje układów wykonawczych docierarek do obróbki powierzchni płaskich i płasko-równoległych. Podano zasady projektowania separatorów przedmiotowych dla docierarek jedno- i dwutarczowych. Omówiono stosowane materiały na separatory oraz zamieszczono przykłady konstrukcji separatorów jednolitych i modułowych.
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Shaping the department of communication with different roles in a team - case study
PublicationABSTRACT: The article presents an introduction to the concept of the roles in different teams based on the available literature on the subject. The article describes comprehensive approach to different roles that create efficient international teams that can be used in management practice. The publication begins with an indication of communication in the light of current literature...
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Ship Magnetic Signature Classification Using GRU-Based Recurrent Neural Networks
PublicationMagnetic signatures represent the magnetic field generated by a ship’s ferromagnetic components and provide valuable information for identifying vessels not only in naval operations, but also in civil passages. The topic of accurate modelling of these signatures is relevant to this day, but also the complexity of the model necessary to accurately predict the ship’s magnetic field. This paper presents the implementation of a deep,...
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Side-on phosphinoboryl platinum(ii) complexes
PublicationThe oxidative addition of bromo(phosphino)boranes to platinum(0) compounds enabled the formation of platinum(II) complexes with unprecedented side-on coordination of the boryl ligand. The resulting complex underwent a reaction with carbon dioxide, leading to the insertion of a CO2 molecule into the B–P bond of the phosphinoboryl ligand.
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Silver and Silver/Sodium Bisphosphonate Salts: Rare Examples of Molecular Solid Solutions and Their Biological Activity as Dual-Action Compounds
PublicationBisphosphonates (BPs) are an important treatment for osteoporosis and bone metastases due to their low toxicity, high thermostability, and the ability to inhibit bone resorption. Notably, BPs like alendronate, which contain a primary amine group, exhibit potent antiresorptive and antiangiogenic properties. Recent studies have focused on enhancing the BP properties by incorporating bioactive metals to increase their therapeutic...
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Simulation of energy management system using model predictive control in AC/DC microgrid
PublicationThis research seeks to enhance energy management systems (EMS) within a microgrid by focusing on the importance of accurate renewable energy prediction and its strong correlation with load curtailment. Analyzing the precision of disturbance predictions, reveals that predicting one hour in advance is more effective than immediate predictions or those made several hours beforehand. Furthermore, the study investigates scheduling load...
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Slip Compensation Technique In Five-Phase Induction Motors Drive System
PublicationThe article presents a slip compensation method for traditional scalar (V/f) control of a five-phase induction motor. The proposed control method uses the possibility of injecting the third harmonic of voltage to increase the motor’s electromagnetic torque. The solution is characterized by both the simplicity of scalar control and improved speed control efficiency. The paper presents the PLECS simulation results and describes the...
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Sobol’ sensitivity analysis of a 1D stochastic elasto-plastic seismic wave propagation
PublicationA novel numerical framework for the Sobol’ sensitivity analysis of 1D stochastic elasto-plastic wave propagation is proposed and evaluated. The forward propagation of uncertain input motions through uncertain elasto-plastic soils and structures is often conducted using the finite element method (FEM) together with the Monte Carlo simulation. However, it is computationally much more efficient to use the stochastic elasto-plastic FEM...
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Sociocultural and Identity Dynamics Reflected in the Choice of Names in School Textbooks
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Solvent Selection as a Key Factor in the Performance of Semitransparent Heterojunctions Composed of Hydrogenated Nanotubes and Bismuth Sulfides
PublicationResearch on titanium nanotubes modified with metal sulfides, particularly bismuth sulfide (Bi2S3), aims to create heterostructures that efficiently absorb sunlight and then separate photogenerated charge carriers, thereby enhancing the energy conversion efficiency. This study shows a key role of solvent used for sulfide and bismuth salt solutions used during successive ionic layer adsorption and reaction (SILAR) onto the morphology,...
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Spatial allocation of nature-based solutions in the form of public green infrastructure in relation to the socio-economic district profile–a GIS-based comparative study of Gdańsk and Rome
PublicationWith increasing environmental and climate change threats to urban areas, Nature-based Solutions (NbS), including public greenery, are becoming integral components of green infrastructure (GI) networks. These solutions provide multiple benefits in different aspects, including stormwater management, enhanced air quality and improved societal well-being, offering cost-effective and adaptable alternatives to resource-intensive and...
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Spatial allocation of nature-based solutions in the form of public green infrastructure in relation to the socio-economic district profile–a GIS-based comparative study of Gdańsk and Rome
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Spectrophotometric determination of chlorpyrifos in foodstuffs after vortex-assisted surfactant-enhanced emulsification microextraction using magnetic deep eutectic solvents: Analytical greenness profile
PublicationIn this work a novel and green vortex-assisted surfactant-enhanced emulsification microextraction (VA-SEEME) based on magnetic deep eutectic solvents (MDESs) was developed for the determination of chlorpyrifos in foodstuffs by UV-Vis spectrophotometric analysis. MDES (trihexyltetradecylphosphonium chloride: MnCl2: octanoic acid) was used as the extractant, non-ionic surfactant Tween-80 was used as an extraction medium, and ethanol...
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Speech intelligibility improvement for public address systems in noisy environments based on automatic gain selection in octave bands
PublicationA method of speech intelligibility improvement in public address (PA) systems installed in reverberant acoustic spaces is proposed. The method is mainly intended for systems operating in high background noise levels. The algorithm is based on the near end listening enhancement approach. Signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) is evaluated in the octave frequency bands. Signal levels in the acoustic space are estimated using the measured impulse...
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Stabilization Method for Speed Observer of Induction Machine
PublicationThis article proposes the speed estimation principles dedicated to the observer structures based on the machine mathematical model. The rotor speed is reconstructed based on the mathematical model of a machine by using both adaptive and nonadaptive schemes. The presented principle is generalized to the classical nonlinear system in the vector form and can be applied to induction machines. The proposed rotor speed reconstruction...
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Steering yeast-bacteria synergy by biochar to achieve enhanced endogenous ethanol-driven chain elongation
PublicationThe recovery of medium-chain carboxylic acids (MCCA) from waste streams through chain elongation (CE) aligns with a circular economy concept. However, the need for electron donor (ethanol) supplements and the challenges of enriching chain-elongating bacteria have limited its application. This study adopted biochar to steer a novel yeast fungi-bacteria mixed microbiome to drive CE during food waste fermentation. The effects of hydrochar...
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Stopnie alarmowe z ustawy o działaniach antyterrorystycznych – aspekt teoretyczny i praktyczny
PublicationCelem badań było uzyskanie odpowiedzi na pytanie: jaki wpływ na realizację zadań wynikających z wprowadzenia stopnia alarmowego (stopnia alarmowego CRP) ma przedłużający się czas jego obowiązywania. Dodatkowym celem artykułu byłoprzedstawienie wybranych, podstawowych informacji na temat stopni alarmowych i stopni alarmowych CRP. Autor sformułował hipotezę, że przedłużający się czas obowiązywania stopnia alarmowego, stopnia...
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Strategies for feature-assisted development of topology agnostic planar antennas using variable-fidelity models
PublicationDesign of antennas for contemporary applications presents a complex challenge that integrates cognitive-driven topology development with the meticulous adjustment of parameters through rigorous numerical optimization. Nevertheless, the process can be streamlined by emphasizing the automatic determination of structure geometry, potentially reducing the reliance on traditional methods that heavily rely on engineering insight in the...
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Strategies toward Green Deal implementation in the context of SCG reuse and recovery in the circular economy model
PublicationThe article explores the future outlook on integrating and using a resource database for the recovery and reuse of coffee industry residues, focusing on economic and environmental perspectives within the Circular Economy Model (CEM). With the continuous rise in global coffee consumption, the production of Spent Coffee Grounds (SCG) has also surged worldwide, presenting significant opportunities for resource recovery and recycling....
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Structural insights into fungal and human topoisomerase II with implications for in silico antifungal drug design
PublicationTopoisomerases are essential enzymes regulating DNA supercoiling and disentanglement, critical for genomic integrity. While topoisomerase inhibitors are well-established in anticancer and antibacterial chemotherapy, their potential as antifungal agents remains underexplored or even not proofed. This study investigates structural distinctions between Saccharomyces cerevisiae topoisomerase II (ScTopoII) and human topoisomerase IIα...
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Structural patterns and cytotoxic activity of dinuclear Cu(II), Ni(II) and Cd(II) complexes with pyridine-based malonic acid dihydrazone
PublicationA dinuclear Cu(II) complex, [Cu2(L)(H2L)](ClO4)2·4H2O (Cu-1), with a condensation derivative of 2-acetylpyridine and malonic acid dihydrazide (H2L), was obtained through a direct synthesis. After recrystallization, the single-crystalline product was characterized by single crystal X-ray diffraction analysis, EPR, UV/Vis and IR spectroscopy. In the resulting dimeric Cu(II) complex, one ligand molecule is coordinated in its dianionic...
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Structure, performance, and photooxidative stability of Mater-Bi/brewers' spent grain composites as a function of filler thermomechanical and chemical modification
PublicationNowadays, to provide a step towards circularity, the development of sustainable polymer composites should include the application of waste-based materials that can act not only as simple fillers, reducing the use of polymers but also as functional additives, limiting or eliminating the use of synthetic components. Herein, in the presented study, the main by-product of the brewing industry, brewers' spent grain (BSG), was applied...
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Structure–property relationships and nanofiller‐induced hydro‐anti‐plasticization in polyhydroxyurethane/POSS hybrid composites
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Study of vibrational surface topography measurement errors of LPBF Inconel 718 alloy after shot peening process
PublicationA study of surface topography can provide valuable information on the product. Since the material finishing relies on the measured topography, the manufacturing process can be controlled by studying the roughness. The Laser Power Bed Fusion (LPBF) materials belong to the commonly used surfaces in the industry. Measuring this type of material with a contactless method can be found in many practical implementations. The white light interference...
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Sub‐Nanometer‐Scale Cu9S5 Enables Efficiently Electrochemical Nitrate Reduction to Ammonia
PublicationThe sub-nanometer is a key feature size in materials science. Unlike single-atom and nanomaterials, size effects and inter-component cooperative actions in sub-nanomaterials will effective on its performance is more significant. Here, 0.95 nm ordered arrangement Cu9S5 sub-nanowires (Cu9S5 SNWs) are synthesized through the co-assembly effect of inorganic nuclei (Cu9S5) and clusters (phosphotungstic acid-PTA), achieving a significant...
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Superconductivity in Ternary Mg4Pd7As6
PublicationThe synthesis and characterization of a new compound Mg4Pd7As6, which is found to be a superconductor with Tc = 5.45 K is reported. Powder X-ray diffraction confirms the U4Re7Si6 structure (space group Im-3m, no. 229) with the lattice parameter a = 8.2572(1) Å. Magnetization, specific heat, and electrical resistivity measurements indicate that it is a moderate-coupling ( = 0.72) type-II superconductor. The electronic and phonon...
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Supporting managerial goals with identity and branding tools - case study
PublicationThe article presents an introduction to the concept of supporting the managerial goals with identity and branding tools based on the available literature on the subject. The article describes comprehensive branding tools that can be used in practice by managers whilst supporting their business goals. The publication begins with an indication of branding tools in the light of current literature on...
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Supramolecular deep eutectic solvents in extraction processes: a review
PublicationSolvent selection is essential for industrial and analytical extraction processes to ensure environmental safety and neutrality. Nevertheless, toxic and hazardous solvents are often used, due to their cost-effectiveness and ready availability. In green chemistry, alternative solvents such as supramolecular deep eutectic solvents are gaining attention due to their superior performance compared with traditional non-green solvents...
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Surface Charge Density Spectra: Complex Analysis of the Electrical Double Layer Developed from Measurements of Hexanol Adsorption Kinetics
PublicationA procedure for deriving surface charge density spectra from differential capacitance data is presented in this study, providing a deeper analysis of the generated charge. A set of simulated differential capacitance spectra was determined for three types of adsorption process control: diffusion control, adsorption control, and mixed control. Based on the differential capacitance curves and spectra, surface charge density spectra...
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Surface EMG Profiling in Parkinson's Disease: Advancing Severity Assessment with GCN-SVM
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Surrogate modeling of passive microwave circuits using recurrent neural networks and domain confinement
PublicationElectromagnetic (EM) simulation is widespread in microwave engineering. EM tools ensure evaluation reliability but incur significant expenses. These can be mitigated by employing surrogate modeling methods, especially to expedite design workflows like local/global optimization or uncertainty quantification. However, building accurate surrogates is a daunting task beyond simple cases (low dimensionality, narrow geometry parameter...
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Sustainability, reliability, and durability of civil engineering structures
PublicationConsidering the Bulletin Readers’ interest in civil engineering,the Special Section “Sustainability, reliability, and durability of civil engineering structures” is now presented, with papers that, by studying specific cases, fully embrace all aspects related to the topic, starting from geometry design, determination of load acting on a structure, characteristics of the material for construction purpose, characteristics of structural...
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Sustainable Investing Through Exchange-Traded Products: Exchange-Traded Funds and Exchange-Traded Notes
PublicationThe book presents the key attributes and mechanisms of ETNs, such as their number, providers, assets, listing locations, benchmarks, charges and objectives, and their links with other parts of the financial system. It examines the empirical data connected to all ETNs that are available globally, showing their features at the individual product and country level. The book merges the topic of ETNs with the ubiquitous trend in the...
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Sustainable management of coastal organic waste: A pilot study on beach wrack treatment in reed bed system
PublicationBeach wrack (BW), a natural accumulation of marine organic material on coastal shorelines, presents significant management challenges due to its high water content and nutrient-rich composition. This study investigates the use of a reed bed system (RBS) for processing BW and its mixture with compost. A pilot facility was established to evaluate dewatering efficiency, stabilization processes, and changes in key parameters such as...
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Sustainable Management of Microplastic Pollutions from PET Bottles: Overview and Mitigation Strategies
PublicationThe widespread use of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) in bottled water packaging remains significant and is expected to increase further in the coming years. This trend raises concerns due to the generation of large amounts of waste. The degradation of PET leads to the release of low-molecular-weight substances and microplastic particles, which contaminate food products and the environment. This work highlights the significance...
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Synthesis of nanoporous poly(2-chloro-2-propen-1-ol) and its modification via ethylenediamine: vanadyl-catalyzed process, structural characterization, and CO2 sorption
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Synthesis, Structure, and Stability of Copper(II) Complexes Containing Imidazoline-Phthalazine Ligands with Potential Anticancer Activity
PublicationRecently, there has been great interest in metallopharmaceuticals as potential anticancer agents. In this context, presented studies aim to synthesize and evaluate of two copper(II) complexes derived from phthalazine- and imidazoline-based ligands against on three human cancer cell lines: cervix epithelial cell line (HeLa), breast epithelial-like adenocarcinoma (MCF-7), and triple–negative breast epithelial cancer cell line (MDA-MB-231),...
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System of gas detection by two-dimensional materials
PublicationThis thesis demonstrates light-assisted gas sensing by low-dimensional structures (graphene and two-dimensional metal chalcogenides). Studies on the prototype graphene-based resistive sensors show that the configuration of the device and the used substrate affect sensing properties. The sensors with Schottky diode configuration with graphene deposited directly on silicon exhibited high sensitivity and stability at lower voltage...