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COMPARISON OF THE CONVENTIONAL AND ALTERNATIVE GRANULAR MATERIALS FOR DUAL-MEDIA FILTRATION OF GROUNDWATER: PILOT PLANT TESTING
PublicationNowadays, occurrence of abnormal mineral or organic natural (geogenic) compounds concentrations, in ground and infiltration water, but also quite often in surface waters, is now a common problem encountered in Poland, Europe and many other countries throughout the world. The most concern is usually paid on the removal of iron (Fe) and manganese (Mn) as well as anthropogenic compounds (in particular referring to the organic compounds...
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Systematic comparison of a biotrickling filter and a conventional filter for the removal of a mixture of hydrophobic VOCs by Candida subhashii
PublicationThis work systematically compared the potential of a conventional fungal biofilter (BF) and a fungal biotrickling filter (BTF) for the abatement of a mixture of hydrophobic volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Candida subhashii was herein used for the first time, to the best of the author's knowledge, to remove n-hexane, trichloroethylene, toluene and α-pinene under aerobic conditions. C. subhashii immobilized on polyurethane foam...
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Modelling AOB-NOB competition in shortcut nitrification compared with conventional nitrification-denitrification process
PublicationIn particular, mainstream deammonification and/or shortened nitrificationdenitrification via nitrite (so-called “nitrite shunt”) is a promising new treatment concept that has the potential to revolutionise how nitrogen removal is achieved at WWTPs. Understanding the role of the AOB/NOB competition in the nitrogen cycle in wastewater treatment systems will change operational strategies of the novel nitrogen removal processes. The...
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Promising Nanoparticle-Based Heat Transfer Fluids—Environmental and Techno-Economic Analysis Compared to Conventional Fluids
PublicationProviding optimal operating conditions is one of the major challenges for effective heating or cooling systems. Moreover, proper adjustment of the heat transfer fluid is also important from the viewpoint of the correct operation, maintenance, and cost efficiency of these systems. Therefore, in this paper, a detailed review of recent work on the subject of conventional and novel heat transfer fluid applications is presented. Particular...
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EEG-Based Analysis of ASMR Stimuli: A Pilot Study of Neuropsychological Responses through Conventional vs. Bone-Conduction Headphones
PublicationIn this study, the impact of ASMR (Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response) experiences delivered through different types of headphones was evaluated with respect to neural responses and anxiety levels. The EEG data of a 24-year-old participant was recorded while he underwent ASMR stimulation using conventional and bone-conduction headphones. The State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI) assessed anxiety levels before and after ASMR stimulation,...
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Field investigation of low-temperature cracking and stiffness moduli on selected roads with conventional and high modulus asphalt concrete
PublicationHigh Modulus Asphalt Concrete (HMAC) was introduced in Poland as a one of the solutions to the problem of rutting, type of deterioration common in the 1990s. After first encouraging trials in 2002 HMAC was widely used for heavily loaded national roads and motorways. However some concerns were raised about low-temperature cracking of HMAC. This was the main reason of the studies presented in this article were started. The article...
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Adaptacyjny regulator transformatora blokowego = Adaptive controller of generator transformer
PublicationW referacie przedstawiono koncepcję adaptacyjnego regulatora transformatora blokowego jako narzędzia do rozszerzenia ograniczeń generacji mocy biernej generatora synchronicznego.
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PM Motor Controller for an Electric Vehicle with Separate Wheel Drives
PublicationDla pojazdu z elektrycznym niezależnym napędem kół, przedstawiono propozycję hierarchicznej struktury sprzętowej, z jednostką centralną koordynującą sterowanie poszczególnymi silnikami przez sterowniki podporządkowane, realizujące regulację momentu silnika w trybie rozruchu i hamowania. Zaproponowano algorytmy sterowania silnikiem synchronicznym z magnesami trwałymi, a także protokół komunikacji między sterownikami. Przedstawiono...
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Self-Calibrating Electronic Controller for Satellite Quantum Entanglement Source
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FPGA-based cavity simulator and controller for TESLA test facility
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Synthesis of a state feedback controller for an averaging tank with variable filling
PublicationIn paper, a nonlinear averaging tank with variable filling is considered. The main purpose of this research work was the modelling and control system synthesis of an averaging tank. The control objectives included ensuring stability and zero steady-state error of the system and achieving settling time as short as possible, while maintaining a minimal overshoot. In order to achieve the intended purpose, firstly a mathematical model...
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Clinical and conventional pharmacy services in Polish hospitals: a national survey
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Conventional and unconventional yeasts able to grow on rapeseed meal hydrolysates
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Growth and characterization of chalcopyrite nanocrystals: beyond conventional thin films
PublicationPrzedstawiona została sucha metoda wytwarzania na podłożach stałych kryształów chalkopirytu zawierających miedź z wykorzystaniem prekursorów metalicznych. Dzięki odpowiedniemu doborowi parametrów nakładania otrzymano zarówno nanokryształy oraz polikrystaliczne struktury submikronowe jak i makroskopowe klastry. Zamieszczona została charakterystyka wytworzonych materiałów otrzymana techniką mikroskopii skaningowej.
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Comparative study of flow condensation in conventional and small diameter tubes
PublicationFlow boiling and flow condensation are often regarded as two opposite or symetrical phenomena. Their description however with a single correlation has yet to be suggested.In the case of flow boiling in minichannels there is mostly encountered the annular flow structure, where the buble generetion is not present. Similar picture holds for the case of inside tube condensation, where annular flow structure predominates. In such case...
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Comparative study of flow condensation in conventional and small diameter tubes
PublicationFlow boiling and flow condensation are often regarded as two opposite or symmetrical phenomena, however their description with a single correlation has yet to be suggested. In the case of flow boiling in minichannels there is mostly encountered the annular flow structure, where the bubble generation is not present. Similar picture holds for the case of inside tube condensation, where annular flow structure predominates. In such...
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Comparative study of flow condensation in conventional and small diameter tubes
PublicationIn the paper a method developed earlier by the first author is applied to calculations of heat transfer coefficient for inside tube condensation. The method has been verified using experimental data from literature on several fluids in different microchannels and compared to three well established correlations.
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A closed loop thermosyphon with conventional or minichannel based condenser and evaporator
PublicationPrzedstawiono uogólniony model termosyfonu, który może być rozpatrywany dla szeregu wariantów.Model opiera się na jednowymiarowych równanich masy, pędu i energii. Rozpatrzono dwa przypadki termosyfonu, tj. grzanie strony pionowej i chłodzenie strony pionowej oraz drugi, gdzie termosyfon jest ogrzewany na stronie pionowej a chłodzony na poziomej.
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Spatial distribution of pharmaceuticals in conventional wastewater treatment plant with Sludge Treatment Reed Beds technology
PublicationPharmaceutical residues are an emerging environmental problem. It is strongly confirmed that pharmaceuticals are present in soils and environmental waters (surface, marine and even groundwater), and that wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) effluents are the main source of pharmaceuticals in the watershed. The aim of this studywas to recognize the spatial distribution and seasonal changes of selected pharmaceuticals in conventional WWTP...
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An optimal nonlinear fractional order controller for passive/active base isolation building equipped with friction-tuned mass dampers
PublicationThis paper presents an optimal nonlinear fractional-order controller (ONFOC) designed to reduce the seismic responses of tall buildings equipped with a base-isolation (BI) system and friction-tuned mass dampers (FTMDs). The parameters for the BI and FTMD systems, as well as their combinations (BI-FTMD and active BI-FTMD or ABI-FTMD), were optimized separately using a multi-objective quantum-inspired seagull optimization algorithm...
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Interline power flow controller - properties and control strategy in dynamic states
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Artificial neural network controller for underwater ship hull operation robot.
PublicationZaproponowano model matematyczny pojazdu podwodnego, który w uproszczonej wersji spełnia warunki dynamiki odpowiadające głowicy roboczej podwodnego robota. Uwzględniono niektóre czynniki oddziałujące na ruch podwodnej głowicy roboczej, jak np. gęstość wody oraz siły odśrodkowe i wypornościowe. Przedstawiono układ sterowania, w którym zastosowano regulator oparty na bazie sieci neuronowych, za pomocą którego można sterować...
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Some aspects of vibration control. Part II: An optimal active controller.
PublicationPrzedstawiono teoretyczną metodę optymalnego, z punktu widzenia przyjętego wskaźnika jakości, oddziaływania na drgania liniowego układu mechanicznego. Metoda ta może być stosowana do zmniejszenia drgań układów wirujących, np. drgań okrętowych układów napędowych z silnikami tłokowymi czy drgań wirników turbinowych wywołanych biciem filmu olejowego lub siłami aerodynamicznymi.
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<title>Embedded system in FPGA-based LLRF controller for FLASH</title>
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<title>FPGA systems development based on universal controller module</title>
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FPGA-based implementation of a cavity field controller for FLASH and X-FEL
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Interline power flow controller - properties and control strategy in dynamic states
PublicationHigh-power electronic converter topologies, in such forms as Unified Power Flow Controllers (UPFC), Static Compensators (STATCOM) and Interline Power Flow Controllers (IPFC), have been used to enhance and optimize the use of transmission facilities, under the concept of a flexible ac transmission system (FACTS). In Europe, the anticipated proliferation of distributed-generation (DG) in the near future, driven by governmental initiatives...
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Design of optimal state feedback controller with observer for multidimensional electrical system
PublicationFrom the control point of view, two-input-two-output RC electrical system is a linear and multidimensional system. In this paper, integral control and closed-loop observer are verified whether they can be used and designed. To verify this, Kalman tests are made. These structures are presented and discussed. Integral Control is tested with some base disturbances impact and checked whether it can handle them. The estimated values...
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Effect of conventional cooking on changes in the contents of basic composition and glucosinolates in kale
PublicationBrassica vegetables have been strongly recommended as part of human diet because of its high content of bioactive sulphur compounds, eg glucosinolates. The nutrient and health promoting compounds in kale are significantly affected by traditional cooking. The study investigated changes in the levels of dry mass, ash, fat, total protein, dietary fibre as well as total and individual glucosinolates in the kale due to the traditional...
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TCO Analysis of Conventional and Electric Vehicles on the Example of Operations of the Polish Enterprise
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Contemporary and Conventional Passive Methods of Intensifying Convective Heat Transfer—A Review
PublicationThe ever-increasing demand for effective heat dissipation and temperature control in industrial and everyday applications highlights a critical research problem. The need for development is not only in terms of providing thermal comfort to humans but also forms the basis for the efficient operation of machines and equipment. Cooling of industrial machinery and household electronic equipment is a crucial element in any manufacturing...
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Possibility of use adsorption chillers for increase efficiency in conventional power plant
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Selected nutrients determining the quality of different cuts of organic and conventional pork
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Maximum Power Point Technique (MPPT) for PV System Based on Improved Pert and Observe (P&O) Method with PI Controller
PublicationPhotovoltaic power generation system has key rule in electricity production. Although, it is clean renewable energy with unlimited resources but it has some drawbacks in efficiency. In order to maximize the efficiency, PV array must drive at maximum power point. For the reason so, several algorithms are used in PV system to track MPP and reduce the...
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Health-Promoting Effects of Ethylene-Treated Kiwifruit ‘Hayward’ from Conventional and Organic Crops in Rats Fed an Atherogenic Diet
PublicationKiwifruit is a subtropical fruit that is very popular among consumers. Kiwifruit ‘Hayward’ (Actinidia deliciosa C.F. Liang et A.R. Ferguson) is an important source of bioactive compounds and possesses high antioxidant capacity, but its value can be changed during ripening. The aim of this study was to compare the levels of total polyphenols (TP), ascorbic acid (AA), and total antioxidant capacities (TACs) of ethylene-treated and...
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DOOCS server and client application for FPGA-based TESLA cavity controller and simulator
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Conventional free-radical and RAFT copolymerization of poly(ethylene oxide) containing macromonomers
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Challenging conventional views on mobile-telecommunications investment: evidence from conflict zones
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Conventional and Alternative Sources of Thermal Energy in the Production of Cement—An Impact on CO2 Emission
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Removal of metal particles from carbon nanotubes using conventional and microwave methods
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Image Quality Assessment Tool for Conventional and Dynamic Magnetic Resonance Imaging Acquisitions
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Catalytic Degradation of Safranin T in Aqueous Medium Using Non-conventional Processes
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Application of Organic Rankine Cycle as bottoming cycle to conventional heat and power plant
PublicationW pracy rozważono możliwość zastosowania układu ORC w skojarzeniu z ciepłownią lub elektrociepłownią celem podniesienia stopnia wykorzystania jednostki CHP podczas eksploatacji w skali roku. Połączenie układu ORC z zawodową jednostką CHP może wpłynąć na wzrost rocznej produkcji energii elektrycznej i jednoczsne zmniejszenie fluktuacji podczas pracy bloku energetycznego. Z jednej strony następuje konwersja energii cieplnej na elektryczną...
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A novel chemiluminescent immunoassay based on original acridinium ester labels as better solution for diagnosis of human toxoplasmosis than conventional ELISA test
PublicationToxoplasma gondii infection is one of the most common human zoonosis. Laboratory diagnosis of this disease is mainly based on the results of serological methods detecting specific antibodies in the patient’s sera. In this study we aimed to evaluate the performance of a chemiluminescence immunoassay (CLIA) based on the use of a novel immunochemical reagent in the form of the conjugate of original acridinium label (AL) attached to...
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<title>FPGA-based modular configurable controller with fast synchronous optical network</title>
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Robustly feasible integral LQ-MPC controller for output tracking in constrained linear systems
PublicationW pracy rozważany jest regulator predykcyjny typu dual-mode MPC z liniowo kwadratowym wskaźnikiem jakości w aplikacji do krzepkiego śledzenia wyjść liniowego obiektu dyskretnego w obecności addytywnych zakłóceń. W celu zapewnienia dopuszczalności sterowań regulatora wykorzystano teorię zbiorów niezmienniczych. W celu polepszenia śledzenia wyjść i odrzucenia zakłóceń w regulatorze wykorzystano działanie całkujące (integral control)....
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Prediction of flow boiling heat transfer coefficient for carbon dioxide in minichannels and conventional channels
PublicationIn the paper presented are the results of calculations using authors own model to predict heat transfer coefficient during flow boiling of carbon dioxide. The experimental data from various resea rches were collected. Calculations were conducted for a full range of quality variation and a wide range of mass velocity. The aim of the study was to test the sensitivity of the in-house model. The results show the importance of taking into...
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Comparison of conventional tacrolimus versus prolong release formula as initial therapy in heart transplantation
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Comparison of berry quality in highbush blueberry cultivars grown according to conventional and organic methods
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Reality of short-term causality of Islamic and conventional banking term deposit rates in Pakistan
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