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Disposition of Drugs of Abuse and Their Metabolites in Wastewater as a Method of the Estimation of Drug Consumption
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The Role of Crypto Trading in the Economy, Renewable Energy Consumption and Ecological Degradation
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5G/6G optical fronthaul modeling: cost and energy consumption assessment
PublicationIn fifth generation (5G) and the future beyond 5G (6G) radio access networks (RANs), the cost of fronthaul deployment is a main challenge for mobile network operators. Depending on different constraints, there are various solutions to deploy an efficient fronthaul. Fiber-optic-based fronthaul offers long-term support with regard to a rapid increase in capacity demands. When fiber connections, either point-to-point (P2P) or point-to-multipoint...
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Energy consumption estimation of low-power devices using an integrating coulombmeter
PublicationThe main problem in designing devices powered with Energy Harvesting is an estimation of energy demand of low-power devices as well as quantity of energy provided by the selected energy transducer in the assumed work conditions. Due to the work characteristic of each block of the device and properties of the measured signal, measurement is not trivial. The paper presents the proposal of the micro-charge measurement device based...
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Measurements of High-Speed Data Transmission Radio Link for Special Applications
PublicationIn the article measurements of high-speed data transmission radio link for special applications were presented. Build measurement stand, measurement scenario and obtained results were briefly described. All conducted research work took place in real maritime environment.
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Injection of charge into the archetype organics hole transporting material TPD at the electrical contacts with ITO and Al
PublicationW pracy zaprezentowano dokładną analizę charakterystyk polowo-prądowych jednowarstwowych układów kwarc/ITO/TPD/Al oraz kwarc/Al1/TPD/Al2, zawierających próżniowo naparowane warstwy pochodnej diaminy (TPD) używane powszechnie jako materiał przewodzący dziury w organicznych diodach elektroluminescencyjnych. Prądy są zdominowane przez iniekcję dziur niezależnie od polaryzacji kontaktów elektrycznych. Oprócz oczywistej asymetrii w...
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Injection of charge into the archetype organic hole transporting material TPD at the electrical contacts with ITO and Al
PublicationW pracy opisano mechanizm przewodnictwa ciemnego w układzie ITO/warstwa TPD/Al oraz Al/warstwa TPD/Al, gdzie TPD oznacza dwaminę powszechne stosowaną jako transporter dziur w organicznych diodach EL.
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Influence of the Multiple Injection Moulding and Composting Time on the Properties of Selected Packaging and Furan-Based Polyesters
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Possibility of valuation of operation of marine diesel engines
PublicationW artykule zaproponowano interpretację wartościującą działania okrętowych silników spalinowych, które (podobnie jak przedstawione mechanice klasycznej działania Hamiltona i Maupertiusa oraz działanie wynikające ze zmiany pędu ciała) jest rozpatrywane jako wielkość fizyczna o jednostce miary zwanej dżulosekundą [dżulsekunda]. Przedstawiono oryginalną metodę analizy i oceny działania silników o zapłonie samoczynnym w ujęciu energetycznym...
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Assessment of cloudiness for use in environmental marine research
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The variability of Hg concentration and composition of marine phytoplankton
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Sources and Fate of PAHs and PCBs in the Marine Environment
PublicationThe assessment of a hazard resulting from the pollution of the environment by chemical compounds is in principle limited to the determination of their concentrations in its various compartments. But for solving many problems in this context, knowledge of the emission sources, transport pathways, and sites of deposition is of great benefit. By far the largest amounts of pollutants, regardless of where they were discharged, end up...
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Outline of marine piston engines' technology development.
PublicationW referacie przedstawiono najistotniejsze wydarzenia mające wpływ na produkcję i rozwój silników o zapłonie samoczynnym. Zasygnalizowano najistotniejsze osiągnięcia w rozwoju tych silników i podano nazwy firm, w których one zostały zastosowane. Podano także najważniejsze fakty związane z produkcją silników w Polsce.
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Marine turbines: cogeneration and combined propulsion systems.
PublicationOmówiono główne aspekty kombinowanych siłowni okrętowych, zwracając szczególną uwagę na układy parowo-gazowe oraz skojarzone wytwarzanie pracy mechanicznej i ciepła. Przedstawiono perspektywy rozwoju tego napędu
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Web-based marine gis for littoral security
PublicationW artykule opisano koncepcję oraz przykładowe zastosowania systemu informacji geograficznej umożliwiającego zbieranie, przetwarzanie, integrowanie oraz wizualizację danych pochodzących z pomiarów bezpośrednich, obrazów lotniczych i satelitarnych oraz systemów hydroakustycznych.Przedstawiono przykłady zastosowania systemu w dziedzinie ochrony strefy przybrzeżnej takie, jak: -monitoring rozprzestrzeniania wylewu olejowego, -monitoring...
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Sounding of Layered Marine Bottom - Model Investigations
PublicationThe necessary actions connected with interpretations of examining of physical properties of sea bottom structure is developing of proper procedure of modeling of the layered structure. The implementation of the acoustic waves for the determination of seabed stratification requires a precise diagnosis of the topic from both the theoretical and practical side. Little differences between the parameters of sediments, as well as irregular...
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The Use of Unmanned Surface Vessels in Bathymetric Measurements of Waterbodies with Highly Dynamic Seafloor Relief
PublicationThe early 21st century is a time when unmanned surface vessels (USV) are used in various measurement applications. Modern autonomous and unmanned vessels are increasingly often used in bathymetric measurements whose aim is to measure the seafloor with the sufficient positioning accuracy. Therefore, the use of USVs in hydrography can be seen as the beginning of a new era in this regard. This paper presents bathymetric measurements...
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Comparison of Downdraft and Updraft Gasification of Biomass in a Fixed Bed Reactor
PublicationThe aim of this study was to compare and analyze the gasification process of beech wood. The experimental investigation was conducted inside a gasifier, which can be operated in downdraft and updraft gasification system. The most important operating parameter studied in this paper was the influence of the amount of supply air on the temperature distribution, biomass consumption and syngas calorific value. The results show that...
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Radio Channel Measurements in 868 MHz Off-Body Communications in a Ferry Environment
PublicationIn this paper, a characterization of the 868 MHz off-body radio channel in BANs is presented. Measurements were carried out in a ferry environment using a specific set-up. A method for path loss using radio distance measurements (RDMs) was developed. It allows to automate the measurements process and make it independent from the variable speed of a moving person. Based on the observed path loss as a function of distance, the obtained...
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Full scale measurements of pressure field induced on the quay wall by bow thrusters – indirect method for seabed velocities monitoring
PublicationThe paper presents the results of full-scale experimental investigation of loads generated on the quay wall by bow thrusters during unberthing of a self-manoeuvring vessel. The presented research allowed for the comparison of the measurements results with generally accepted empirical prediction methods and confirmed the utility of the developed measuring setup for the on-line monitoring of jet induced loads. The conclusions from the...
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The sensitivity of bacteria to heavy metals in presence of mineral ship motor oil in coastal marine sediments and waters.
PublicationThe sensitivity of bacteria, isolated from coastal marine sediments and waters of Sopot beach, Gdańsk Bay (Poland), to heavy metals in the presence of mineral ship motor oil were studied. All isolated heterotrophic bacteria were resistant to the 0.1 mM lead concentration occurring in the environment. Metal resistance of bacteria isolated from coastal water was strongly related to mineral ship motor oil concentration. At 0.1% mineral...
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Measurements of Subnanometer Molecular Layers
PublicationSelected methods of formation and detection of nanometer and subnanometer molecular layers were shown. Additionally, a new method of detection and measurement with subnanometer resolution of layers adsorbed or bonded to the gate dielectric of the ion selective field effect transistor (ISFET) was presented.
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Mobility measurements in oxide semiconductors
PublicationPraca zawiera wyniki badań właściwości elektrycznych, optycznych i strukturalnych cienkich warstw ito i sno2. badania wykazały, że cienkie warstwy tlenków metali wykazują rezystywność charakterystyczną dla półprzewodników. poziom transmisji światła w zakresie widzialnym pozwala zaliczyć badane warstwy do materiałów przezroczystych. badane cienkie warstwy wykonano metodą rozpylania magnetronowego.
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Measurements of relative frequency instability
PublicationFrequency constancy can be determined by the change in time for the subsequent periods. The article shows that classical the method of digital period measurement is not suitable for the measurement process. Therefore, a method using an integrating circuit is being proposed. Errors in the measurement of the given method have been analyzed.
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Reliability of Pulse Measurements in Videoplethysmography
PublicationReliable, remote pulse rate measurement is potentially very important for medical diagnostics and screening. In this paper the Videoplethysmography was analyzed especially to verify the possible use of signals obtained for the YUV color model in order to estimate the pulse rate, to examine what is the best pulse estimation method for short video sequences and finally, to analyze how potential PPG-signals can be distinguished from...
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Correction of determined coordinates of railway tracks in mobile satellite measurements
PublicationThis article examines one of the basic issues related to the technique of mobile satellite measurements in railway tracks. This problem concerns the correction of the determined coordinates of the track centerline. The need to perform this operation results from the GNSS receivers positioning at a certain height above the level of the existing track axis, leading to longitudinal and lateral shifts of antennas. The key problem here...
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Experimental Investigation of the Performance of an Innovative Implantable Left Ventricular Assist Device—Proof of Concept
PublicationThis paper presents the results of experimental performance of an innovative left ventricular assist device working on a specially designed test stand. The introduced invention is mainly applied for supporting the heart in patients with end-stage heart failure accompanied by mitral valve regurgitation and pulmonary hypertension. Moreover, the developed device has the form of a flexible balloon forming an intracardiac inert gas-filled...
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Raman Spectra Measurements for Chemical Identifications - Aspect of Uncertainty Sources and Reduction of Their Effects
PublicationRaman spectrometers enable fast and non-contact identification of examined chemicals. These devices measure Raman spectra and compare with the spectra database to identify unknown and often illicit chemicals (e.g. drugs, explosives) usually without any sample preparation. Raman spectra measurements are a challenge due to noise and interferences present outside the laboratories (field applications). The design of a portable Raman...
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Rapana venosa consumption improves the lipid profiles and antioxidant capacities in serum of rats fed an atherogenic diet
PublicationIn the recent years, the consumption of seafood has increased. There are no results on the studies of Rapana venosa (Rv) as a supplementation to the diets. We hypothesized that Rv would increase antioxidant capacity and reduce blood lipids, based on the composition of bioactive compounds and fatty acids. Therefore, the aim of this investigation was to evaluate in vitro and in vivo actions of Rv from contaminated (C) and non-C (NC)...
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Trust-Based Model for the Assessment of the Uncertainty of Measurements in Hybrid IoT Networks
PublicationThe aim of this paper is to introduce a NUT model (NUT: network-uncertainty-trust) that aids the decrease of the uncertainty of measurements in autonomous hybrid Internet of Things sensor networks. The problem of uncertainty in such networks is a consequence of various operating conditions and varied quality of measurement nodes, making statistical approach less successful. This paper presents a model for decreasing the uncertainty...
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Experimental and predicted physicochemical properties of monopropanolamine-based deep eutectic solvents
PublicationIn this work, the novel deep eutectic solvents (DESs) based on 3-amino-1-propanol (AP) as hydrogen bond donor (HBD) and tetrabutylammonium bromide (TBAB) or tetrabutylammonium chloride (TBAC) or tetraethylammonium chloride (TEAC) as hydrogen bond acceptors (HBAs) were synthesized with different molar ratios of 1: 4, 1: 6 and 1: 8 salt to AP. Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy measurements were performed to provide an evidence...
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Experimental and predicted physicochemical properties of monopropanolamine-based deep eutectic solvents
PublicationIn this work, the novel deep eutectic solvents (DESs) based on 3-amino-1-propanol (AP) as hydrogen bond donor (HBD) and tetrabutylammonium bromide (TBAB) or tetrabutylammonium chloride (TBAC) or tetraethylammonium chloride (TEAC) as hydrogen bond acceptors (HBAs) were synthesized with different molar ratios of 1:4, 1:6 and 1:8 salt to AP. Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy measurements were performed to provide an evidence...
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Construction and Use of a Broad-Host-Range Plasmid Expressing the lamB Gene for Utilization of Bacteriophage λ Vectors in the Marine Bacterium Vibrio harveyi
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Experimental study of the multi-disc negative brake for a hydraulic motor
PublicationThis paper describes the methodology for experimental testing of a multi-disc brake. The construction of this brake was also present. The brake is dedicated to hydraulic motors with a small working volume. Experimental tests were carried out on a brake with plates immersed in oil and, for comparison, tests were carried out on a dry brake. As a result of the tests, the permissible torque (load) that is able to transfer the brake...
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Channel Impulse Response Measurements at mmWave Band in Office and Conference Rooms
PublicationIn this paper, the measurements of the channel impulse response at mmWave band in office and conference rooms are described. The central frequency is 27 GHz with a bandwidth of 400 MHz. The description of the used measurement stand and considered environments are presented. The initial analysis of the power delay profile, mean delay, and RMS delay spread allows preliminary conclusions to be drawn that there is a significant impact...
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Certified Reference Material - as a necessary tool for the quality control and quality assurance of measurements
PublicationReference materials are necessary to control and ensure the quality of the measurements. The demand for analytical information on the composition of different material objects makes it necessary to produce an even wider range of materials.
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Experimental and numerical analysis of wave propagation in ground anchors
PublicationThe article focuses on wave propagation phenomenon in ground anchors. The main aim of the investigation is the non-destructive diagnostics and the assessment of the state of ground anchors, using the guided wave propagation method. Laboratory models of anchors with different lengths of the anchor body were tested and voltage signals of propagating waves were registered at several locations. For all tested specimens corresponding...
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Experimental Investigations On The Momentum Pressure Drop During Flow Boiling Of R134a
PublicationThe article presents experimental investigations of the pressure drop during twophase flow. Experiments were performed for both adiabatic and heated flow of R134a. Obtained flow patterns were compared with the literature. Obtained data is used to validate momentum pressure drop predictions, a set of graphs showing comparisons, for a representative set of experimental conditions, of the two-phase frictional pressure gradients for...
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TDOA Navigation Using CDMA2000 Signals – Experimental Results
PublicationThis paper presents results of an experiments on the possibility to estimate position of a CDMA2000 receiver on the basis of TDOA measurements. The hardware and software structure of a navigation receiver used during investigation is briefly described with focus on drawbacks and limitations. The main part of this paper contains basic information about CDMA2000 network in northern Poland, which signals were recorded during tests...
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An in-depth look at the tire rubber hardness influence on tire/road noise measurements
PublicationWhen assessing the acoustic quality of a road pavement with the close-proximity (CPX) or the on-board sound intensity (OBSI) method, the rubber hardness of the reference tire substantially affects the measurement. Practical experience shows that measurement tires can get significantly harder within a single measurement season. This is why one would like to normalize measurements to a reference rubber hardness. The recently published...
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Adaptive Wavelet-Based Correction of Non-Anechoic Antenna Measurements
PublicationNon-anechoic measurements represent an affordable alternative to evaluation of antenna performance in expensive, dedicated facilities. Due to interferences and noise from external sources of EM radiation, far-field results obtained in non-ideal conditions require additional post-processing. Conventional correction algorithms rely on manual tuning of parameters, which make them unsuitable for reliable testing of prototypes. In this...
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Experimental investigations on concrete beams reinforced with CFRP lamellas
PublicationPaper presents experimental investigation made on two concrete beams reinforced with internal Carbon Fibre Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) lamellas (i.e. strips, bands). The reinforcement geometrical arrangement was similar as in normal concrete beams reinforced with steel bars and stirrups. The beams were destroyed by the shear forces, as intended. Obtained load-carrying capacities were lower as expected: below 40% of a calculated value....
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Experimental tests of steel double-type balcony connections
PublicationThe paper presents analysis and results of experimental tests of full scale prefabricated balcony sets with dimensions (width × length × height): 2.0 m × 2.78 m × 0.186 m (in slope to 0.17 m). The sets consists of reinforced concrete slabs (balcony and ceiling) connected with each other by double-type balcony connections. The paper analyses the impact of variable parameters on the load carry capacity of elements. Additionally...
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Experimental tests for the determination of mechanical properties of PVC foil
PublicationThe paper presents an application of the PVC film in civil engineering. Mechanical behaviour of the PVC film applied for suspended ceilings, in the form of a stretch ceiling is investigated under uniaxial and biaxial tensile tests. The study is focused on the determination of mechanical properties from experimental data (uniaxial and biaxial tensile tests). The uniaxial cyclic tests are performed in order to observe a variation...
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Preliminary experimental research on stability of truss' joint with positive eccentricity
PublicationRecently, a very large interest in lightweight steel structures made from cold-formed sections has been noticeable. In the design practice, a large emphasis is put on rational shaping of both the thin-walled elements and constructions designed on them. The aim of this paper is to present the methodology for preparation of experimental research that model the behaviour of members in trusses made of cold-formed sections with positive...
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Experimental and numerical analysis of an aluminum cantilevered beam with polymer adhesive
PublicationIn this paper, experimental and numerical investigation on a composite cantilevered aluminum beam has been conducted. The subject of the study consists of two plain aluminum elements bonded with polymer adhesive of different thickness. It has been proven in the previous study that this kind of material has high damping properties. During an experimental investigation, value of damping ratios have been obtained. The aim of a numerical...
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Three modes of electrochemical impedance spectroscopy measurements performed on vanadium redox flow battery
PublicationThis article presents an innovative approach to monitor working redox flow batteries using dynamic electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, diverging from the commonly sequential impedance methods carried out under potentiostatic or galvanostatic conditions close to the open circle voltage. The authors introduce a fresh variation of dynamic impedance measurement that leverages an amplitude-modulated multi-frequency alternating current...
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Driving Performance Indicators of Electric Bus Driving Technique: Naturalistic Driving Data Multicriterial Analysis
PublicationThe issue of electric energy saving in public transport is becoming the key area of interest. By improving of driving techniques and the implementation of eco-driving, it is possible to save electric energy. Systems that help to decrease energy consumption and to reduce fuel emissions are becoming popular in vehicles powered by diesel engines. However, these methods have not yet gained popularity in electric vehicles. Therefore,...
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Experimental verification of natural convective heat transfer phenomenon from isothermal cuboids
PublicationArtykuł przedstawia wyniki badań eksperymentalnych konwekcyjnej wymiany ciepła od powierzchni izotermicznego prostopadłościanu o stosunkowo dużych rozmiarach (t.j. 1.5 m x1 m x 0.5 m). Celem tych badań było otrzymanie wyników, które można by porównać z otrzymanymi dla obiektu w mniejszej skali i prezentowano we wcześniejszych doniesieniach (Int. J. Heat Mass Transfer 46 (2003) 2169-2178). Rozwiązanie eksperymentalne przeprowadzono...
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Experimental and Numerical Study on Pounding of Structures in Series
PublicationPounding between structures in series during earthquakes may cause serious damage in the structural elements. The aim of this paper is to show the results of an experimental and numerical study that is focused on pounding between more than two structures which may be described as “structures in series”. In this study, the shaking table experiments, as well as the numerical analyses, were performed using three tower models including...