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A Stabilized Complex LOBPCG Eigensolver for the Analysis of Moderately Lossy EM Structures
PublicationThis letter proposes a stabilized locally optimal block preconditioned conjugate gradient method for computing selected eigenvalues for complex symmetric generalized non-Hermitian eigenproblems. Effectiveness of the presented approach is demonstrated for a moderately lossy dual-mode dielectric resonator, modeled using finite-element method with higher order elements
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Electrochemically directed biofunctionalization of a lossy-mode resonance optical fiber sensor
PublicationIn this work, we present a direct electrochemical biofunctionalization of an indium-tin-oxide-coated lossy-mode resonance optical fiber sensor. The functionalization using a biotin derivative was performed by cyclic voltammetry in a 10 mM biotin hydrazide solution. All stages of the experiment were simultaneously verified with optical and electrochemical techniques. Performed measurements indicate the presence of a poly-biotin...
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Effect of the working liquid compressibility on the picture of volumetric and mechanical losses in a high pressure displacement pump used in a hydrostatic drive. Part I Energy losses in a drive system, volumetric losses in a pump
PublicationŚciśliwość cieczy roboczej może znacząco zmienić wartości i proporcje współczynników strat objętościowych i mechanicznych w pompie wyporowej zastosowanej w układzie napędu hydrostatycznego. Wpływ ten jest szczególnie widoczny w trakcie pracy pod wysokim ciśnieniem a także wówczas, gdy występuje zapowietrzenie cieczy roboczej. W części I przedstawiono wykres zaproponowany przez autora, wzrostu mocy w układzie napędu hydrostatycznego...
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Effect of the working liquid compressibility on the picture of volumetric and mechanical losses in a high pressure displacement pump used in a hydrostatic drive. Part I Energy losses in a drive system, volumetric losses in a pump
PublicationŚciśliwość cieczy roboczej może znacząco zmienić wartości i proporcje współczynników strat objętościowych i mechanicznych w pompie wyporowej zastosowanej w układzie napędu hydrostatycznego. Wpływ ten jest szczególnie widoczny w trakcie pracy pod wysokim ciśnieniem a także wówczas, gdy występuje zapowietrzenie cieczy roboczej. W części I przedstawiono wykres zaproponowany przez autora, wzrostu mocy w układzie napędu hydrostatycznego...
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Losses and energy efficiency of drive motors and systems
PublicationLosses and energy efficiency of every drive motor must be presented as functions of physical quantities independent of losses in the motor. Such quantities are speed and load required by the machine or device driven by the motor, changing in the drive operating field. Speed and load of the motor decide of the instantaneous useful power of the motor and also in a differentiated way of kinds and values of losses occurring in the...
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Losses and energy efficiency of drive motors and systems
PublicationLosses and energy efficiency of every drive motor must be presented as functions of physical quantities independent of losses in the motor. Such quantities are speed and load required by the machine or device driven by the motor, changing in the drive operating field. Speed and load of the motor decide of the instantaneous useful power of the motor and also in a differentiated way of kinds and values of losses occurring in the...
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Exergy Losses in the Szewalski Binary Vapor Cycle
PublicationIn this publication, we present an energy and exergy analysis of the Szewalski binary vapor cycle based on a model of a supercritical steam power plant. We used energy analysis to conduct a preliminary optimization of the cycle. Exergy loss analysis was employed to perform a comparison of heat-transfer processes, which are essential for hierarchical cycles. The Szewalski binary vapor cycle consists of a steam cycle bottomed with...
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The nonlinear effects of sound in a liquid with relaxation losses
PublicationThe nonlinear effects of sound in electrolyte with a chemical reaction are examined. The dynamic equations that govern non-wave modes in the field of intense sound are derived, and acoustic forces of vortex, entropy, and relaxation modes are determined in the cases of low-frequency sound and high-frequency sound. The difference in the nonlinear effects of sound in electrolyte and in a gas with excited vibrational degrees of molecules,...
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Overview of Approaches for Compensating Inherent Metamaterials Losses
PublicationMetamaterials are synthetic composite structures with extraordinary electromagnetic properties not readily accessible in ordinary materials. These media attracted massive attention due to their exotic characteristics. However, several issues have been encountered, such as the narrow bandwidth and inherent losses that restrict the spectrum and the variety of their applications. The losses have become the principal limiting factor...
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HYDROSTATIC THRUST BEARING WITH REDUCED POWER LOSSES
PublicationIn many cases in rotating machinery, axial load is carried by tilting pad thrust bearings which have been developed since the beginning of 20th century. For high reliability and simplicity, most commonly the bearings are bath lubricated. In the times of sustainable development, however, minimization of friction losses becomes an important criterion for machinery assessment, and a strategic goal of their development. Performed calculations,...
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Hydraulic loss coefficients in 1D Flows
PublicationWyniki pomiarów pokazują, że współczynniki strat energii mechanicznej dla przepływów niejednostajnych i nieustalonych przyjmują wartości zdecydowanie większe, niż tradycyjnie przyjmowane dla ruchu jednostajnego. W pracy przedstawiono ananizę możliwych przypadków ruchu oraz wyniki obserwacji laboratoryjnych.Wykazano, że wzrost wartości współczynników jest uzasadniony fizykalnie.Zaproponowano robocza metodą ich korygowania.
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AC loss measurements in superconducting magnet
PublicationThis report contains ordered theoretical informations about AC loss in superconducting magnets and cables. A software program to evaluate data from AC loss measurements with V-I method was made and it is also described. Examples of measurement data and result data are shown here.
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Two technologies selected for metropolitan area
PublicationZastosowanie dwóch efektywnych technologii budowlanych, tj. jet grouting i pipe roofing, przedstawiono na przykładzie realizacji budowlanych w obszarze aglomeracji miejskiej. Technika jet grouting znalazła bardzo interesujące zastosowanie przy wykonywaniu szczelnych przesłon przeciwfiltracyjnych, które znacząco ograniczają napływ wody gruntowej do wykopu i umożliwiają przez to swobodne prowadzenie prac fundamentowych. Przedstawiona...
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Numerically robust synthesis of discrete-time H-inf estimators based on dual J-lossless factorisations.
PublicationW pracy przedstawiono numerycznie stabilną metodę syntezy liniowych estymatorów stanu optymalnych ze względu na wymagania formułowane w oparciu o normę H-inf. Wykorzystano dualną J-bezstratną faktoryzację macierzy rozproszenia estymowanego procesu czasu dyskretnego. Badano numeryczne uwarunkowanie odpowiednich równań Riccatiego. W szczególności pokazano, że dla dostatecznie małych wartości okresu próbkowania zadanie syntezy dotyczące...
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Losses and raw material yield of wood saeing processes
PublicationW artykule opisano sposób wyznaczania bezwzględnych i względnych strat materiałowych, jak również wydajności materiałowej w procesie przecinania drewna.
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Testing the Weibull distribution in road traffic losses analysis
PublicationThe paper presents an attempt of applying the Weibull distribution for the purpose of analysing road traffic losses (fatalities). The question it asks is whether reliability engineering methods can be applied for the analyses. If this is the case, what should be the interpretation of the numbers and terms? It was assumed that the losses generated by a malfunctioning road transport system are fatalities. Risk exposure to these losses...
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Pressure losses and power balance in the unloaded satellite pump
PublicationThis paper presents the results of laboratory research the pressure drop in the internal channels of unloaded satellite pump pumping tap water. Also shows the characteristics of the increase of pressure in the working chamber of the pump. It has been shown that after reaching cavitation, increase pump speed will increase in torque. This is the moment of inertia caused by the increase of the operating mechanism and the liquid contained...
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Prospects of Decreasing Power Losses in a Hydrostatic Thrust Bearing
PublicationIn numerous machines, axial load is carried by tilting pad thrust bearings known since the beginning of 20th century. These bearings are commonly bath lubricated, which is simple, does not require any additional pumps, and, due to this, such systems are highly reliable. In a contemporary technology, however, minimization of friction losses became an important goal of machinery improvement. Calculations based on elementary rules...
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Influence of the thermal modernization of window on transmission heat losses
PublicationThe article presents the results of calculations of the heat transfer coefficient for the state before and after renovation for the historic windows. The aim of the analysis was to obtain the values of thermal insulation parameters demanded by the regulations, while not losing the historical value of the window. The described example of the renovation of the existing window consisted in installing an additional window panel from...
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PRESSURE LOSSES AND POWER BALANCE IN THE UNLOADED SATELLITE PUMP
PublicationThis paper presents the results of laboratory research the pressure drop in the internal channels of unloaded satellite pump pumping tap water. Also shows the characteristics of the increase of pressure in the working chamber of the pump. It has been shown that after reaching cavitation, increase pump speed will increase in torque. This is the moment of inertia caused by the increase of the operating mechanism and the liquid contained...
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Path Loss Modelling for Location Service Applications
PublicationThe aim of this paper is the path loss modeling for the radiolocation services in radiocommunication networks, particularly in cellular networks. The main results of the measurements obtained in the physical layer of the UMTS are introduced. A new method for the utilization of the multipath propagation phenomenon to improve the estimation of the distance between the mobile station (MS) and the base station (BS) is outlined. This...
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Novel Low-Loss Substrates for 5G Applications
PublicationThis paper presents a feasibility study of a new type of microwave low-loss dielectric substrates for 5G network applications. The new substrate materials are composites of polypropylene and high-dielectric-constant micro-ceramics. This combination is expected to form a very low-loss dielectric material at low fabrication cost. Two substrate samples with different dielectric properties are fabricated and their characteristics at...
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Numeryczne obliczenia stalowych zbiorników z odchyłkami geometrycznymi posadowionych na podłożu o losowych parametrach
PublicationWykonano identyfikację wstępnych imperfekcji geometrycznych stalowych zbiorników walcowych. Paramnetry podłoża gruntowego opisano za pomocą loswego dwuwymiarowego pola loswego. Wygenerowane realizacje zastosowano w obliczeniach numerycznych zbiorników. Wykazano, że imperfekcje w istotny sposób wpływają na rozkład pól naprężeń w zbiorniku.
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Wpływ losowych imperfekcji środnika na siłę krytyczną skrętną słupa cienkościennego o przekroju otwartym
PublicationPrzeprowadzono analizę wpływu losowych lokalnych imperfekfcji geometrycznych na nośność krytyczną elementów cienkościennych. Rozpatrzono odchyłki geometryczne środnika dwuteownika w postaci pojedynczych wgłębień i o kształcie sinusoidy. Wykazano znaczny wpływ na imperfekcji na nośność elementu.
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A reliable synthesis of discrete-time H-inf control. Part I: basic theorems and J-lossless conjugators
PublicationThe paper gives a basis for solving many problems of numerically reliable synthesis of sub-optimal discrete-time control in H-inf. The approach is based on J-lossless factorisation of the delta-domain chain-scattering description of continuous-time plants being controlled. Relevant properties of poles and zeroes of chain-scattering models are given. Necessary and sufficient conditions for the existence of stabilising J-lossless...
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Reasons why we read blogs and memorial pages of people who lost a child. Life motives of emotional rubberneckers
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Performance analysis of power swing blocking feature in ABB 670 series impedance relays
PublicationThis paper presents test results of a distance protection’s PSD power swing detection feature in ABB 670 series relays. A RED670 relay was tested, which is part of the hydroelectric set protection in Żarnowiec Pumped Storage Plant. The power swing blocking feature’s performance was analysed on the basis of the results of object tests made with an Omicron digital tester. Also presented are simulation results that illustrate the...
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Wybrane aspekty związane z pracą regulatora napięcia generatora synchronicznego w trakcie odbudowy systemu elektroenergetycznego
PublicationOdbudowa systemu elektroenergetycznego po awarii katastrofalnej (blackout) jest procesem skomplikowanym pod względem technicznym i logistycznym. Proces ten polega m.in. na tworzeniu ciągów rozruchowych pomiędzy źródłem zasilania jakim najczęściej jest elektrownia wodna, a elektrownią konwencjonalną w celu umożliwienia jej uruchomienia. Odległość między elektrowniami może być duża i wynosić nawet kilkaset kilometrów. W związku z...
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Hydro Power Plant in the Process of Voltage Control in the Electric Power System and the System Restoration
PublicationThe article covers selected issues related to the share of hydroelectric power in the process of rebuilding the power system after black-out and voltage control during that process. Selected results of measurements made during the creation of the transmission chain for the need to start a block of a thermal power plant from a hydroelectric power plant were presented.
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Modeling of behavior of organic pollutants in aquatic and related ecosystems
PublicationW pracy omówiono możliwości wykorzystania różnych modeli do opisu zjawisk migracji oraz przemian w środowisku wodnym ksenobiotyków z grupy trwałych zanieczyszczeń organicznych (TZO). Przedstawiono charakterystykę zarówno modeli otwartych, jak i zamkniętych w warunkach ustalonych, jak i w warunkach nierównowagowych.
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Impact of WDM Network Topology Characteristics on the Extent of Failure Losses
PublicationW artykule dokonano oceny wpływu charakterystyk topologicznych sieci na rozmiar strat po awarii węzła/łącza będącej następstwem ataku. W tym celu wprowadzono współczynnik ATRF. Wyniki badań pokazały, że wykorzystanie standardowej metryki odległości do wyznaczania tras podstawowych prowadzi do istotnego zwiększenia liczby połączeń uszkodzonych w wyniku ataku w porównaniu ze skutkami awarii losowej.
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Chapter 19: Physical and mathematical models of losses in hydraulic motors
PublicationOpisano bilans energii w silniku hydraulicznym z uwzględnieniem strat mechanicznych, objętościowych i ciśnieniowych opisanych modelami fizycznymi i matematycznymi.
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MEASUREMENT AND ANALYSIS OF TRANSMISSION LOSSES IN THE SUPPLY SYSTEM OF ELECTRIFIED TRANSPORT
PublicationThe issue of electric energy saving in public transport is currently becoming a key area of interest, a fact connected with both an increase in society’s environmental awareness and a rise in the prices of fuel and electricity. Electricity can be saved by reducing transmission losses in the supply system. The article presents a method of measurement and analysis of transmission losses in the supply system of electrified public transport...
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Cross-Bonding of MV Cable Lines for Energy Losses Decrease
PublicationCurrently, almost all medium voltage cable lines (MV) operate with the return wires earthed at both ends of the cable. Such a way of operation causes that during normal states of operation as well as during disturbances, e.g. short-circuits, in the return wires induce currents whose values mainly depend on the currents flowing in the phase wires. These currents in normal operating states are a source of additional energy losses...
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Energy Losses Due to Imperfect Payment Infrastructure and Payment Instruments
PublicationOne of the strategic objectives of the European Union is a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions and improvement of energy efficiency by at least 32.5% in different areas of the economy by 2030. However, little is known about the impact of payment in retail on energy consumption. The purpose of this paper is to assess the chain of losses of time and energy, and therefore financial losses, that occur due to the imperfection of payment...
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The Influence of Water and Mineral Oil on Pressure Losses in Hydraulic Motor
PublicationIn this paper, pressure losses in hydraulic motor supplied with water and mineral oil (two liquids that have significantly different viscosity and lubricating properties) are described and compared. The experimental tests were conducted using a hydraulic satellite motor that is dedicated to working with different liquids, including water. The methodology of measuring the pressure drop in internal channels of this motor is also...
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The influence of water and mineral oil on volumetric losses in a hydraulic motor
PublicationIn this paper volumetric losses in hydraulic motor supplied with water and mineral oil (two liquids having significantly different viscosity and lubricating properties) are described and comparison. The experimental tests were conducted using an innovative hydraulic satellite motor, that is dedicated to work with different liquid, including water. The sources of leaks in this motor are characterized and described also. On this...
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System Loss in UWB Off-Body Communications in a Ferry Environment
PublicationIn this paper, the system loss in UWB off-body communications in a ferry environment based on measurements is presented. A mobile measurement set-up, consisting of WBAN nodes with UWB DWM1000 modules, was used. System loss was split into LOS and NLOS conditions. For the former, the smallest mean value, 24.4 dB, was obtained for the user approaching the fixed terminal, with the antenna on his chest, and the largest, 28.1 dB, for...
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Impedance spectroscopy of BaTiO3 cubes suspended in lossy liquids as a physical model of two-phase system
PublicationTechniki spektroskopii impedancyjnej zostały wykorzystane do analizy modelu fizycznego w układzie dwufazowym w celu wyznaczanie stałej dielektrycznej dielektryka umieszczonego w cieczy. Badania eksperymentalne przeprowadzono z użyciem BaTiO3 jako materiału dielektrycznego, który został przygotowany jako kostki o jednakowej wielkości 2x2x1 mm3.
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Electrochemical performance of indium-tin-oxide-coated lossy-mode resonance optical fiber sensor
PublicationAnalysis of liquids performed in multiple domain, e.g., optical and electrochemical (EC), has recently focus significant attention. Our previous works have shown that a simple device based on indium-tin-oxide (ITO) coated optical fiber core may be used for optical monitoring of EC processes. At satisfying optical properties and thickness of ITO a lossy-mode resonance (LMR) effect can be obtained and used for monitoring of optical...
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Simultaneous optical and electrochemical label-free biosensing with ITO-coated lossy-mode resonance sensor
PublicationIn this work we discuss a new label-free biosensing device based on indium tin oxide (ITO) overlaid section of a multimode optical fiber fused silica core. The sensor has been used to optical measurements also simultaneously interrogated electrochemically (EC). Due to optimized thickness and optical properties of ITO film, a lossy-mode resonance (LMR) could be observed in the optical domain, where electrical properties of the film...
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Effect of the working liquid compressibility on the picture of volumetric and mechanical losses in a high pressure displacement pump used in a hydrostatic drive Part II Mechanical losses in a pump
PublicationŚciśliwość cieczy roboczej może znacząco zmienić wartości i proporcje współczynników strat objętościowych i mechanicznych w pompie wyporowej zastosowanej w układzie napędu hydrostatycznego. Wpływ ten jest szczególnie widoczny w trakcie pracy pod wysokim ciśnieniem a także wówczas, gdy występuje zapowietrzenie cieczy roboczej. W części II przedstawiono model matematyczny momentu strat mechanicznych w pompie oraz jego laboratoryjną...
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Calculation of the propagation loss in urban radio-access systems
PublicationZweryfikowano eksperymentalnie modele propagacyjne opracowane dla telefonii komórkowej w mieście, stosowane przy analizach projektowych systemów dostępowych. Przeprowadzono obszerne badania pomiarowe i zebrano prawie 19 tys. pomiarów. Na tej podstawie, stosując wielowymiarową analize regresji oraz zaproponowaną charakterystykę propagacyjną radiowych łączy dostępowych, opracowano nowy wielowariantowy model propagacyjny przeznaczony...
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Propagation Path Loss Modeling in Container Terminal Environment
PublicationThis paper describes novel method of path loss modeling for radio communication channels in container port area. Multi-variate empirical model is presented, based on multidimensional regression analysis of real path loss measurements from container terminal environment. The measurement instruments used in propagation studies in port area are also described.
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Loss of DRO1/CCDC80 in the tumor microenvironment promotes carcinogenesis
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Path Loss Modelling in the Untypical Outdoor Propagation Environments
PublicationIn the paper three ways of path loss modelling in the untypical outdoor environments are presented. The exemplary untypical outdoor environment is analyzed. The investigated environment is characterized, and the measurement campaign are shortly described. The following models have been analyzed: the COST231 Walfisch-Ikegami model, the modified COST231Walfisch-Ikegami model tuned on the basis of empirical data, and the empirical...
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Propagation Path Loss Modelling in Container Terminal Environment
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Modelling the loss of time caused by traffic incidents on motorways
PublicationFor each road incident important factors like location, capacity reduction, traffic management, duration of road incidents and amount of traffic should be defined. All performer operations and effects of incidents affect the capacity of the road, average speed, time loss, vehicle queues and traffic jams. In the article road incidents were divided into planned and unexpected. Statistical analysis prepared using the database of traffic...
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An Approach to Mean Path Loss Model Estimation for Off-Body Channels
PublicationThis paper presents an approach to estimation of the mean path loss model parameters in off-body Body Area Networks channels. In this approach, the path loss exponent is constrained to a value obtained for the line-of-sight (LoS) propagation in the co-polarised channel, considering a generalised static scenario. The comparison of the goodness of fit between the proposed approach and other approaches, for a set of measurements obtained...
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Perspective of High Energy Heating Implementation for Steel Surface Saturation with Carbon
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