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Nadtapianie laserowe silnie schłodzonych stopów Al-Si jako metoda podwyższania odporności korozyjnej.
PublicationPrzedstawiono wyniki badań krzywych polaryzacji i impedancji, uzyskane dla stopu Al-Si nadtapianego przy zastosowaniu okrągłej lub prostokątnej wiązki lasera i mocy 1500-6000 W. Wykazano, że warstwy uzyskane przy użyciu lasera o największej mocy mają duża odporność na korozję i dużą szczelność.
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REVITALIZATION PROJECT OF SLUM TRANSFORMATION: A CASE STUDY HAY-AL TANAK,BEIRUT,LEBANON
PublicationSlums are global phenomena that exist as a solution for those who couldn’t afford a house. This phenomenon is growing accompanying the rapid urbanization and the growth of the urban population, three-quarter of the world population anticipated to live in an urban environment by 2050 (Avis, 2016, p. 57). This paper reviews slum's evaluation of the revitalization project for one of the poorest slums in Beirut called Hay-Al Tanak....
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Effect of composition on the thermal properties and structure of M-Al-Si-O-N glasses, M = Na, Mg, Ca
PublicationThe primary objective of this study is to explore the relationship between the composition, structure, and thermal characteristics of M-Al-Si-O-N glasses, with M representing sodium (Na), magnesium (Mg), or calcium (Ca). The glasses were prepared by melting in a quartz crucible at 1650 °C and AlN precursor (powder) was utilized as a nitrogen source. The measured thermal properties studied were glass transition temperature (Tg),...
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Design-Oriented Two-Stage Surrogate Modeling of Miniaturized Microstrip Circuits with Dimensionality Reduction
PublicationContemporary microwave design heavily relies on full-wave electromagnetic (EM) simulation tools. This is especially the case for miniaturized devices where EM cross-coupling effects cannot be adequately accounted for using equivalent network models. Unfortunately, EM analysis incurs considerable computational expenses, which becomes a bottleneck whenever multiple evaluations are required. Common simulation-based design tasks include...
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Expedited Yield Optimization of Narrow- and Multi-Band Antennas Using Performance-Driven Surrogates
PublicationUncertainty quantification is an important aspect of engineering design, also pertaining to the development and performance evaluation of antenna systems. Manufacturing tolerances as well as other types of uncertainties, related to material parameters (e.g., substrate permittivity) or operating conditions (e.g., bending) may affect the antenna characteristics. In the case of narrow- or multi-band antennas, this usually leads to...
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Cost-Efficient Bi-Layer Modeling of Antenna Input Characteristics Using Gradient Kriging Surrogates
PublicationOver the recent years, surrogate modeling has been playing an increasing role in the design of antenna structures. The main incentive is to mitigate the issues related to high cost of electromagnetic (EM)-based procedures. Among the various techniques, approximation surrogates are the most popular ones due to their flexibility and easy access. Notwithstanding, data-driven modeling of antenna characteristics is associated with serious...
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Frequency-Based Regularization for Improved Reliability Optimization of Antenna Structures
PublicationThe paper proposes a modified formulation of antenna parameter tuning problem. The main ingredient of the presented approach is a frequency-based regularization. It allows for smoothening the functional landscape of the assumed cost function, defined to encode the prescribed design specifications. The regularization is implemented as a special penalty term complementing the primary objective and enforcing the alignment of the antenna...
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Low-cost multi-criterial design optimization of compact microwave passives using constrained surrogates and dimensionality reduction
PublicationDesign of contemporary microwave circuits is a challenging task. Typically, it has to take into account several performance requirements and constraints. The design objectives are often conflicting and their simultaneous improvement may not be possible; instead, compromise solutions are to be sought. Representative examples are miniaturized microwave passives where reduction of the circuit size has a detrimental effect on its electrical...
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Flood risk assessment for office and services building Alchemia II at Al. Grunwaldzka 409 in Gdansk.
PublicationThe aim of the study is to assess the risk of flood from natural meteorological and hy-drological phenomena, for office and services building Alchemia II in Gdansk at Al. Grun-waldzka 409. The project includes the analysis of potential sources of floods in Gdansk re-garding the Baltic Sea and the Gulf of Gdansk, the Vistula River basin and excessive rainfall and snowmelt waters being a significant element of hydrological processes...
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Przemiany strukturalne warstwy wierzchniej stopu Al-Si za pomocą nadtapiania laserowego w niskiej temperaturze
PublicationPrzedstawiono technologię laserowego nadtapiania w warunkach kriogenicznych stopu Al-Si przy mocy wiązki lasera 1500-6000 W. Wykazano wzrost odporności na korozję i zużycie ścierne po nadtapianiu. Uzasadniono obserwowane efekty utworzeniem struktury nanokrystalicznej i amorficznej.
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Localized anharmonic rattling of Al atoms in VAl10.1
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Catalytic impact of alloyed Al on the corrosion behavior of Co50Ni23Ga26Al1.0 magnetic shape memory alloy and catalysis applications for efficient electrochemical H2 generation
PublicationThe electrochemical and corrosion behaviour of Co50Ni23Ga27-xAlx (x = 0 and 1.0 wt%) magnetic shape memory alloys (MSMAs) was studied in 0.5 M NaCl solutions using various electrochemical techniques. Results showed remarkable activation of the tested MSMA toward pitting corrosion upon alloying it with Al. XPS examination confirmed the activation influence of alloyed Al. It proved that the presence of Al in the alloy's matrix weakens...
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Równolegle przebiegające procesy separacji pianowej jonów Al(III), Cu(II) i Zn(II) z roztworów ich mieszanin
PublicationMetody flotacji jonowej i precypitacyjnej należą do procesów separacji pianowej, wykorzystujących zdolność selektywnej adsorpcji niektórych składników roztworu na powierzchni międzyfazowej gaz – ciecz. Do zalet separacji pianowej zalicza się m.in. niewysokie koszty inwestycyjne i eksploatacyjne oraz wysoką skuteczność w obróbce roztworów rozcieńczonych. Celem pracy jest ocena wpływu kluczowych parametrów na wydajność i przebieg...
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Wpływ kierunku rozchodzenia się fali detonacyjnej oraz współczynnika asymetrii na rozkład prędkości odkształceń w kotlinie walcowniczej podczas asymetrycznego walcowania pasma Al-Cu. The influences of the direction of explosion wave and asymetrical coefficient at the distribution of strain rate in the roll cap of bimetallic plate Al-Cu of rolling process.
PublicationPrzedstawiono symulacje komputerowe walcowania blach Al-Cu łączonych wybuchowo. Symulacje przeprowadzono dla procesu walcowania w walcarce o średnicy walców D=150 mm z indywidualnym napędem walców roboczych. W ramach badań numerycznych określony został wpływ kierunku rozchodzenia się fali detonacyjnej na rozkład prędkości odkształcenia w kotlinie walcowniczej asymetrycznie walcowanej blachy bimetalowej Al-Cu.
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Teoretyczna analiza wpływu kierunku fali detonacyjne na krzywiznę bimetalowego pasma Al-Cu w asymetrycznym procesie walcowania.
PublicationPrzedstawiono wpływ kierunku rozchodzenia się fali detonacji na wartość naprężeń uplastyczniających materiałów tworzących blachę bimetalową Al-Cu. Przy użyciu programu FORGE-2D analizowano wpływ walcowania asymetrycznego na krzywiznę walcowanego pasma.
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EM-Driven Size Reduction and Multi-Criterial Optimization of Broadband Circularly-Polarized Antennas Using Pareto Front Traversing and Design Extrapolation
PublicationMaintaining small size has become an important consideration in the design of contemporary antenna structures. In the case of broadband circularly polarized (CP) antennas, miniaturization is a challenging process due to the necessity of simultaneous handling of electrical and field properties (reflection, axial ratio, gain), as well as ensuring sufficient frequency range of operation, especially at the lower edge of the antenna...
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Circular polarization diversity implementation for correlation reduction in wideband low-cost multiple-input-multiple-output antenna
PublicationIn this paper, a multiple-input-multiple-output (MIMO) antenna featuring circular polarization diversity, and designed on a common coplanar ground is presented. The proposed antenna design utilizes a coplanar waveguide (CPW) feeding technique with three parallel coplanar ground planes, and two feedlines in-between. For circular polarization (CP), quasi-loops are created by etching slots on the outermost ground planes. With this...
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Implementation of spatial/polarization diversity for improved-performance circularly polarized multiple-input-multiple-output ultra-wideband antenna
PublicationIn this paper, spatial and polarization diversities are simultaneously implemented in an ultra-wideband (UWB) multiple-input-multiple-output (MIMO) antenna to reduce the correlation between the parallel-placed radiators. The keystone of the antenna is systematically modified coplanar ground planes that enable excitation of circular polarization (CP). To realize one sense of circular polarization as well as ultra-wideband operation,...
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Series-Slot-Fed Circularly Polarized Multiple-Input-Multiple-Output Antenna Array Enabling Circular Polarization Diversity for 5G 28-GHz Indoor Applications
PublicationIn this paper, a four-element circularly polarized series-slot-fed multiple-input-multiple-output (MIMO) antenna array with circular polarization diversity is presented. The proposed design utilizes a combination of 45-degree inclined slots and a straight microstrip line feeding technique. The two antennas are designed to operate with the opposite sense of circular polarization (CP). CP is achieved by placing a patch of just about...
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A Series-Inclined-Slot-Fed Circularly Polarized Antenna for 5G 28-GHz Applications
PublicationThis letter presents the design of a single-point-fed, geometrically simple circularly polarized (CP) antenna for 28 GHz Ka-band applications. The proposed antenna is based on a straight microstrip line printed on one side and coupled with the nearly square patches through a 45-degree inclined V-shape slot aperture on the other side. In order to generate circular polarization, the fundamental radiating mode is degenerated at a...
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Charakterystyka procesu deamonifikacji oraz rozwój technologii usuwania azotu w oparciu o ten proces
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Elucidating photoluminescent properties of Eu‐doped Ca–Al–Si–O(–N) glasses and the local structures of Eu ions
PublicationEuropium (Eu) ion–doped luminescent materials have attracted considerable attention for their numerous optical applications. Eu-doped Ca–Al–Si–O(–N) glasses were synthesized from a mixture of oxynitride glasses and Eu2O3 powder using a standard melt-quenching technique in a radiofrequency furnace. The source Eu trivalent ions primarily changed to Eu2+ during melting, and the ratio of Eu2+ ions increased with an increase in Eu content...
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Simultaneous Removal of Al, Cu and Zn Ions from Aqueous Solutions Using Ion and Precipitate Flotation Methods
PublicationThis paper presents the results of investigations concerning the simultaneous removal of Al(III), Cu(II), and Zn(II) from dilute aqueous solutions using ion and precipitate flotation methods. The effects of initial solution pH, surface active substance concentration, and the gas velocity on the flotations’ efficiency and course are studied. Experimental results are discussed in terms of physicochemical aspects related to aqueous...
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Effect of copper and silver modification of NH2-MIL-125(Ti) on the photoreduction of carbon dioxide to formic acid over this framework under visible-light irradiation
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Fe-Al based composite reinforced with ultra-fine Al<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub> oxides for high temperature applications
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ADAPTATION OF THE ACTIVATED SLUDGE TO THE DIGESTATE LIQUORS DURING THE NITRIFICATION AND DENITRIFICATION PROCESSES
PublicationThe activated sludge process of the digestate liquors after chemical separation was conducted using a 10 L lab-scale sequencing batch reactor (SBR) and a 0.50 m3 pilotscale SBR independently (with pH control). Due to the relatively high concentration of free ammonia (FA), clear inhibitory effects of the digestate liquors on the nitrifying bacteria were observed. The adaptation of the activated sludge to the toxicity was evaluated...
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Oszacowanie zagrożenia powodziowego dla budynku biurowo-usługowego Alchemia II przy al. Grunwaldzkiej 409 w Gdańsku
PublicationCelem pracy jest oszacowanie zagrożenia powodziowego wynikającego z natural-nych zjawisk meteorologiczno-hydrologicznych dla budynku biurowo-usługowego Alchemia II zlokalizowanego w Gdańsku przy al. Grunwaldzkiej 409. Zakres projektu obejmuje analizę potencjalnych źródeł zagrożenia powodziowego w Gdańsku z uwzględnieniem wód Morza Bałtyckiego i Zatoki Gdańskiej, dorzecza Wisły oraz wód opadowych i roztopowych kształtu-jących procesy...
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Screen-printed Sn-doped TiO2 nanoparticles for photocatalytic dye removal from wastewater: A technological perspective
PublicationTiO2 is widely used as a photocatalyst with a wide band gap, which limited its application. Ion doping and formulating a high-quality screen-printing paste enhance its features. However, the printability of objects for advanced application seems essential nowadays. In this research, the Sn-doped TiO2 nanoparticles were prepared through a sol-gel method followed by calcination at various temperatures of 450 °C, 550 °C, 650 °C, 750...
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Electrochemical investigations of Al–Mg alloy subjected to tensile test
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Pitting corrosion of Al-Mg alloys in chloride containing media
PublicationStopy aluminium znajdują coraz szersze zastosowanie w instalacjach przemysłowych, stosownie do ich ciekawych właściwości fizyko-chemicznych oraz mechanicznych. Niska gęstość, wygląd, odporność korozyjna i dobry stosunek gęstości do odporności mechanicznej. W pracy porównano odporność korozyjną stopu aluminium 5182 zawierającego ok. 4,5% Mg ze stopem stanowiącym "handlowo czyste aluminium" - 1100. Stwierdzono przydatność dynamicznej...
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Holonowe systemy produkcyjne. W: Inżynieria zarządzania przedsięwzięciami.Red. L. Zawadzka. Gdańsk: P. Gdań.**2003 s. 53-58 bibliogr. 6 poz.
PublicationNiniejszy artykuł pokazuje możliwości stosowania technologii holonowych welastycznej produkcji.
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Influence of annealing on joint zone of explosive welded and rolled Al-Cuplate
PublicationRosnące wciąż wymagania co do metalowych materiałów jednorodnych przyczyniło się do zwiększenia zainteresowania materiałami platerowanymi. Blachy platerowane często znajdują zastosowanie w przemyśle chemicznym i petrochemicznym jako materiały antykorozyjne odporne na działanie agresywnego środowiska, w przemyśle okrętowym jako łączniki stopów aluminium ze stalą, w budowie zgrzewarek jako połączenia szczęk z blachą stalową, w przemyśle...
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Incorporation of the sulfur cycle in sustainable nitrogen removal systems - A review
PublicationIn wastewater treatment systems, sulfur (S) removal processes are generally based on heterotrophic sulfate (SO42−) reduction by sulfate reducing bacteria and S-dependent autotrophic denitrification by sulfur oxidizing bacteria. A combination of either two cycles (N and S) or three cycles (N, S and C) appears to be a viable approach to sustainable wastewater treatment, resulting in energy savings and reduction of sludge production....
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Comparison of the Efficiency of Deammonification under Different DO Concentrations in a Laboratory-Scale Sequencing Batch Reactor
PublicationThe efficiency of deammonification depends on the cooperation of ammonium oxidizing bacteria and archaea (AOB/AOA), anaerobic ammonium oxidizing bacteria (AnAOB) and the effective suppression of nitrite oxidizing bacteria (NOB) that compete with AnAOB for nitrite (NO2 -N). One of the effective NOB suppression strategies is intermittent aeration. However, it is important to have a good understanding of the optimum dissolved oxygen...
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Evaluation of Partial Nitritation/Anammox (PN/A) Process Performance and Microorganisms Community Composition under Different C/N Ratio
PublicationA one-stage partial nitritation/anammox (PN/A) process with intermittent aeration is possible under sidestream conditions, but implementation in a mainstream is a challenge due to increased Carbon/Nitrogen (C/N) ratios in domestic wastewater. This study investigated the effect of C/N ratios on process efficiency and the effect of narrowing non-aeration time on process improvement at high chemical oxygen demand (COD) load. An increase...
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Enhancing nitrogen removal in the partial denitrification/anammox processes for SO4− - Rich wastewater treatment: Insights into autotrophic and mixotrophic strategies
PublicationThe investigation of partial denitrification/anammox (PD/anammox) processes was conducted under autotrophic (N–S cycle) and mixotrophic (N–S–C cycle) conditions over 180 days. Key findings revealed the remarkable capability of SO42--dependent systems to produce NO2− effectively, supporting anaerobic NH4+ oxidation. Additionally, SO42− served as an additional electron acceptor in sulfate reduction ammonium oxidation (SRAO). Increasing...
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Advancing sustainable wastewater management: A comprehensive review of nutrient recovery products and their applications
PublicationWastewater serves as a vital resource for sustainable fertilizer production, particularly in the recovery of nitrogen (N) and phosphorus (P). This comprehensive study explores the recovery chain, from technology to final product reuse. Biomass growth is the most cost-effective method, valorizing up to 95 % of nutrients, although facing safety concerns. Various techniques enable the recovery of 100 % P and up to 99 % N, but challenges...
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New σ-phases in the Nb–X–Ga and Nb–X–Al systems (X = Ru, Rh, Pd, Ir, Pt, and Au)
PublicationPreviously unreported σ-phases in the ternary niobium-based systems Nb–X–Ga for X = Ru, Rh, Pd, Ir, Pt, Au, and Nb–X–Al for X = Ir, and Pt are presented, prepared by arc-melting followed by annealing at 1000 °C for 1 week. The phases are primitive tetragonal (P42/mnm, no. 136) with lattice parameters of a = 9.8336(2)–9.9432(1) Å and c = 5.1098(1)–5.1718(1) Å. Refinements of the single crystal X-ray diffraction data for the Ru and...
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Model-Based Evaluation of N2O Production Pathways in the Anammox-Enriched Granular Sludge Cultivated in a Sequencing Batch Reactor
PublicationA mechanistic model was developed as an extension of the Activated Sludge Model No. 1 to describe three nitrous oxide (N2O) production pathways in a laboratory-scale anammox-enriched granular sequencing batch reactor. Heterotrophic denitrification and two processes mediated by ammonia oxidizing bacteria (AOB), that is, ammonia (NH4+) oxidation via hydroxylamine (NH2OH) and autotrophic denitrification, were considered. A systematic...
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Evolution of Physical Properties of RE 3 Ni 5 Al 19 Family (RE = Y, Nd, Sm, Gd, Tb, Dy, Ho, and Er)
PublicationSingle crystals of RE3Ni5Al19 series (RE = Y, Nd, Sm, Gd, Tb, Dy, Ho, and Er) are grown using the Al self-flux method. The crystal structure is examined by both single crystal and powder X-ray diffraction. Physical properties are studied for the first time for RE3Ni5Al19 (RE = Y, Nd, Gd, Tb, Dy, Ho, and Er) by means of magnetic susceptibility, electrical resistivity, and heat capacity measurements. Complex magnetic behaviors, with...
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Wpływ zmiennych własności adhezyjnych powierzchni klejonych na propagację pęknięcia w złączu Al/laminat epoksydowo - węglowy
PublicationPraca dotyczy oceny efektywności wstępnej obróbki powierzchni klejonych polegającej na zastosowaniu dwóch różnych sposobów obróbki (piaskowanie lub polerowanie), na tej samej próbce naprzemiennie. Badania przeprowadzono na próbce sklejonej z płytki aluminiowej i płytki z laminatu epoksydowo/węglowego z pęknięciem zainicjowanym przez wbicie znormalizowanego klina pomiędzy płytki (wedge test wg. Boeing'a). Badano przebieg propagacji...
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Influence of W Addition on Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of Al-12%Si Alloys
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SEM and TEM Studies on <i>In-Situ</i> Cast Al–TiC Composites
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Quadratic Cohen representations in spectral analysis of serration process in Al–Mg alloys
PublicationImportant from mechanical point of view the Portevin–Le Chatelier serration phenomenon is being characterized by a complicated spectral profile. As a typical example of nonstationary processes it demands a special treatment allowing to follow the evolution of energy of stress fluctuations as a function of strain. The authors suggest the utilization of a compact system of quadratic transformations, known as Cohen class, as a technique...
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Naprężeniowe pękanie korozyjne złączy spawanych nowego stopu Al-Mg ALUSTAR
PublicationWykonano pomiary wytrzymałości na rozciąganie, wydłużenia, czasu do zniszczenia, przewężenia i energii zniszczenia stopu rozciąganego z małą szybkością w powietrzu i 3,5 roztworze NaCl. Oceniono podatność złączy spawanych na korozję naprężeniową oraz możliwość zastosowania stopu ALUSTAR w budowie jednostek pływających.
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Laser assisted forming of the surface layer of Al-Si alloy at cryogenic conditions.
PublicationW artykule przedstawiono wpływ powierzchniowego laserowego przetapiania w warunkach kriogenicznych na mikrostrukturę, mikrotwardość i własności korozyjne stopu AlSi13Mg1CuNi. Stwierdzono korzystny wpływ obróbki laserowej na mikrostrukturę, mikrotwardość i odporność na zużycie ścierne badanego stopu aluminium.
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Comparison of corrosion resistance of al-alloys by means of dynamic electrochemical impedance spectroscopy
PublicationPrzeprowadzono badania metodą dynamicznej elektrochemicznej spektroskopii impedancyjne stopów 1100 i 5162. Zaproponowano zastępcze modele elektryczne opisujące zachowanie się stopów w warunkach ekspozycji w roztworach zawierających wysokie stężenie jonów chlorkowych. Wyznaczono zmiany podstawowych parametrów elektrycznych układów zastępczych od potencjału. Stwierdzono wyższą podatność na korozję stopu 5162 w porównaniu ze stopem...
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Erratum: Cuceu, C., et al. Independent Mechanisms Lead to Genomic Instability in Hodgkin Lymphoma: Microsatellite or Chromosomal Instability. Cancers 2018, 10, 233
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Nanoparticles and nanofiltration for wastewater treatment: From polluted to fresh water
PublicationWater pollution poses significant threats to both ecosystems and human health. Mitigating this issue requires effective treatment of domestic wastewater to convert waste into bio-fertilizers and gas. Neglecting liquid waste treatment carries severe consequences for health and the environment. This review focuses on intelligent technologies for water and wastewater treatment, targeting waterborne diseases. It covers pollution prevention...
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Effects of FSW Tool Plunge Depth on Properties of an Al-Mg-Si Alloy T-Joint: Thermomechanical Modeling and Experimental Evaluation
PublicationOne of the main challenging issues in friction stir welding (FSW) of stiffened structures is maximizing skin and flange mixing. Among the various parameters in FSW that can affect the quality of mixing between skin and flange is tool plunge depth (TPD). In this research, the effects of TPD during FSW of an Al-Mg-Si alloy T-joint are investigated. The computational fluid dynamics (CFD) method can help understand TPD effects on FSW...