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Pressure-induced flow processing behind the superior mechanical properties and heat-resistance performance of poly(butylene succinate)
PublicationWe propose a pressure-induced flow (PIF) processing method for the simultaneous enhancement of strength, toughness, and heat resistance of biodegradable poly(butylene succinate) (PBS). The pressure and temperature were systematically adjusted to optimize the tensile strength of PBS. Under the optimized processing conditions, the structured PBS was characterized by relatively high strength of 89.5 MPa, toughness of 21.4 kJ·m−2 ,...
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Fatigue resistance investigation of the IC engine MB11 bearings, working under conditions of dynamic unidirectional loadings
PublicationThe slide bearing material MB11 fatigue resistance has been investigated with the application of SMOK - test stand in which dynamic unidirectional loadings to the test bearing is generated. Slide bearing layer consists of the bronze MB11 ( Cu Pb22 Sn 3 ) sintered to the steel shell. Each of the tested bearing has been subject to the standard 20-hour test, under conditions of the full fluid lubrication. Methodology of the experiments,...
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Antibiotic resistance, virulence, and phylogenetic analysis of Escherichia coli strains isolated from free-living birds in human habitats
PublicationWild birds can be colonized by bacteria, which are often resistant to antibiotics and have various virulence profiles. The aim of this study was to analyze antibiotic resistance mechanisms and virulence profiles in relation to the phylogenetic group of E. coli strains that were isolated from the GI tract of wildfowl. Out of 241 faecal samples, presence of E. coli resistant to a cephalosporin (ESBL/AmpC) was estimated for 33 isolates...
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Calculations of notch stress factor of a thin-walled spreader bracket fillet weld with the use of a local stress approach
PublicationPresence of geometric notches in welded joints causes concentration of strains and stresses, therefore reducing fatigue strength of such joints. This article presents an analysis of stress concentrations in a fillet weld of a spreader mounting bracket on a small sailing yacht. The aim of this article is to direct the attention of designers, manufacturers and regulatory bodies to issues of fatigue cracks that form in brackets fastening...
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Validation study on a new semi-empirical method for the prediction of added resistance in waves of arbitrary heading in analyzing ship speed trial results
PublicationThis paper describes an open and extensive validation study carried out by the Specialist Committee on Ships in Operation at Sea (SOS) of the International Towing Tank Conference (ITTC) on the newly developed SHOPERA-NTUA-NTU-MARIC (SNNM) wave-added resistance prediction method. The SNNM method aims at a simple, fast and transparent determination of the added resistance in regular waves of arbitrary encounter directions, even when...
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Taq DNA polymerase fused with DNA binding protein with increased resistance to inhibitors from clinical samples
PublicationNowadays PCR method is commonly used in molecular diagnostic. However, in many cases PCR is limited, by the presence of inhibitory substances in biological, soil or food samples Efficiency and fidelity of amplification is strongly connected with DNA polymerase and reaction conditions. To meet the requirements of modern diagnostic methods it is essential to seeking for new DNA polymerases with better properties useful in these field....
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Increased inspiratory resistance affects the dynamic relationship between blood pressure changes and subarachnoid space width oscillations
PublicationBackground and objective Respiration is known to affect cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) movement. We hypothesised that increased inspiratory resistance would affect the dynamic relationship between blood pressure (BP) changes and subarachnoid space width (SAS) oscillations. Methods Experiments were performed in a group of 20 healthy volunteers undergoing controlled intermittent Mueller Manoeuvres (the key characteristic of the procedure...
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Insulin-like growth factor type 2 is better than insulin-like growth factor type 1 a survival marker in patients after acute decompensation of heart failure
PublicationIntroduction:A decreased IGF-1 has been found in heart failure (HF). There are no reports assessing IGF-2 in HF, although in vitro study has shown, that IGF-2 stimulates cardiomyocyte proliferation more than IGF-1. The study aim was to compare the IGF-1 and IGF-2 concentration depending on HF exacerbation and annual survival.Material and methods:Among 75 patients hospitalized...
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[PP.17.01] INCREASED INSPIRATORY RESISTANCE AFFECTS THE CARDIAC CONTRIBUTION TO THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN BLOOD PRESSURE AND PIAL ARTERY PULSATION OSCILLATIONS
PublicationThere is increasing evidence that heart performance directly influences cerebral perfusion. We hypothesised that increased inspiratory resistance would affect the cardiac contribution to the relationship between blood pressure and pial artery pulsation oscillations.
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Influence of Nitriding and Laser Remelting on Properties of Austenitic Stainless Steel Type X10CrNi18-8 and Cavitation Erosion Resistance
PublicationThe paper presents properties of surface layers. Surface layers were obtained by using low temperature glow–discharge nitriding process and laser remelting carried out on austenitic stainless steel type X10CrNi18-8. Investigations were done by using an Ultra Nanoindentation Tester (UNHT) in the Warsaw Institute of Fundamental Technological Research. The influence of the above mentioned...
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Virulence, antifungal susceptibility and molecular mechanisms of echinocandin resistance among Candida isolates recovered from clinical specimens
PublicationFungi of the genus Candida belong to the natural microflora of healthy individuals. However, they can also be a cause of opportunistic infections especially among patients with an impaired immune system. The first line therapy of Candida infections is based on triazoles. However, in recent years there an increase of azole resistant Candida spp., in particular C. glabrata and C. krusei, has been observed. For this reason, echinocandin...
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Virulence analysis and antibiotic resistance of Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates from hospitalised patients in Poland
PublicationKlebsiella pneumoniae (KP) is a nosocomial pathogen causing difficult-to-treat infections. The presence of virulence genes and antibiotic resistance of 109 KP isolates from hospitalized patients were investigated. Among them, 68.8% were multi-drug resistant (MDR) and 59.6% produced extended-spectrum beta-lactamases (ESBLs). Metallo-β-lactamases (MBLs) were produced by 22% of isolates (mainly from anus), including 16.5% of isolates...
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Urinary Tract Infections Caused by K. pneumoniae in Kidney Transplant Recipients – Epidemiology, Virulence and Antibiotic Resistance
PublicationUrinary tract infections are the most common complication in kidney transplant recipients, possibly resulting in the deterioration of a long-term kidney allograft function and an increased risk of recipient’s death. K. pneumoniae has emerged as one of the most prevalent etiologic agents in the context of recurrent urinary tract infections, especially with multidrug resistant strains. This paper discusses the epidemiology and risk...
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The Influence of Microstructure on the Passive Layer Chemistry and Corrosion Resistance for Some Titanium-Based Alloys
PublicationThe effect of microstructure and chemistry on the kinetics of passive layer growth and passivity breakdown of some Ti-based alloys, namely Ti-6Al-4V, Ti-6Al-7Nb and TC21 alloys, was studied. The rate of pitting corrosion was evaluated using cyclic polarization measurements. Chronoamperometry was applied to assess the passive layer growth kinetics and breakdown. Microstructure influence on the uniform corrosion rate of these alloys...
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Increased inspiratory resistance alters the cardiac contribution to the dynamic relationship between blood pressure and pial artery pulsation oscillations in healthy subjects
PublicationThere is increasing evidence that heart performance directly influences cerebral perfusion. We hypothesised that increased inspiratory resistance will affect the cardiac contribution to the relationship between blood pressure and pial artery pulsation oscillations.
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Does Tempo of Resistance Exercise Impact Training Volume?
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Special Issue “Corrosion Resistance of Alloy and Coating Materials”
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Cement composites with expanded graphite as resistance heating elements
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Penetration resistance of Lubiatowo sand in calibration chamber tests
PublicationAnaliza oporu na wciskanie na stożku sondy statycznej wciskanej na podstawie badań modelowych w komorze kalibracyjnej z kontrolą naprężeń bocznych. Przeprowadzono badania z zastosowaniem standardowej końcówki CPT, dylatometru DMT, mini-stożka CPT oraz pali modelowych o różnej średnicy. Badania wykonano na piasku modelowym z plaży w Lubiatowie w stanie średnio zagęszczonym i zagęszczonym w szerokim zakresie składowej pionowej naprężenia....
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The corrosion resistance of laser surface alloyed stainless steels
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Silicone pressure-sensitive adhesives with increased thermal resistance
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Corrosion resistance studies of carbon-encapsulated iron nanoparticles
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On accurracy of polarization resistance estimation by electrochemical noise measurements
PublicationPrzedstawiono sposób estymacji rezystancji polaryzacji, wykorzystywanej do oceny szybkości procesów korozji. Zaproponowano formułę określającą błąd losowy estymacji rezystancji polaryzacji. Przytoczono i przedyskutowano eksperymentalne wyniki estymacji rezystancji polaryzacji na podstawie pomiarów szumów elektrochemicznych w układzie trzech elektrod pomiarowych.
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High temperature corrosion resistance of porous hastelloy alloy
PublicationW pracy przedstawiono badania korozyjne stopu Hastelloy w wysokich temperaturach.
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The effect of heat treatment of hardwood on the specific cutting resistance
PublicationW pracy przedstawiono wyniki badań mocy skrawania podczas przecierania modyfikowanego i niemodyfikowanego termicznie drewna dębowego i jesionowego na pilarce ramowej PRW15M. W pierwszym etapie badań, graniakowe próbki drewna dębowego i jesionowego były modyfikowane termicznie za pomocą przegrzanej pary (temperatura 197C, czas 4 h) w parzelni wysokotemperaturowej, w warunkach przemysłowych. Następnie, wyznaczono właściwe powierzchniowe...
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Resistance to cold cracking of steel joints of P460NL1 steel
PublicationPrzedstawiono wyniki badań odporności na zimne pękanie złączy spawanych ze stali przeznaczonej do pracy pod ciśnieniem. Badano równoczesny wpływ zawartości wodoru dyfundującego i energii liniowej na naprężenie krytyczne w próbie implant dla złączy spawanych elektrodami otulonymi i drutem proszkowym w osłonie gazów ochronnych. Stwierdzono wpływ energii liniowej jak i zawartości wodoru dyfundującego na odporność na zimne pękanie...
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The influence of boundary conditions on the resistance and stiffness of rainscreen panels
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Gas sensing by resistance fluctuations in PdxWO3 nanoparticle films.
PublicationPrzedstawiono wyniki badań sensorów gazu wykonanych z nanocząstek WO3 z dodatkiem Pd. Stwierdzono, że badanie fluktuacji rezystancji tych sensorów może istotnie zwiększyć czułość wykrywania gazu w porównaniu z obserwacją wyłącznie rezystancji stałoprądowej.
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Problems of gas detection by resistance fluctuations in gas sensors
PublicationPrzedstawiono problemy budowy dystrybutora gazów oraz próbek zapachowych do badań sensorów gazu. Podano układ elektroniczny wykorzystywany do rejestracji fluktuacji rezystancji obserwowany w czujnikach gazu. Załączono przykładowe wyniki obserwacji sygnałów losowych.
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Mathematical description and evaluation of cavitation erosion resistance of materials.
PublicationPrzedstawiono matematyczny opis erozji kawitacyjnej materiałów. Model opisuje wpływ własności mechanicznych materiału takich jak: względna odporność na plastyczne odkształcanie powierzchni a także współczynnika intensywności naprężeń wzmocnionej warstwy wierzchniej na przebieg erozji kawitacyjnej. Zaproponowano również nowy współczynnik opisujący ilościowo odporność kawitacyjną materiałów jako funkcję czasu inkubacji maksymalnej...
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Mathematical description and evaluation of cavitation erosion resistance of materials.
PublicationW pracy przedstawiono matematyczny model opisujący erozję kawitacyjną materiałów oparty o rozkład prawdopodobieństwa Weibulla. Model oposuje wpływ własności mechanicznych materiału na przebieg krzywych erozji kawitacyjnej.
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The INTERSTROKE Study: hypertension is by far the most important modifiable risk factor for stroke
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Modern information technology as a factor supporting participation in physical culture of a contemporary man
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The Phytoestrogen Genistein Modulates Lysosomal Metabolism and Transcription Factor EB (TFEB) Activation
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THE INVESTMENT ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM IN THE FRAMEWORK OF LEGAL SUPPORT AS A FACTOR OF NATIONAL SAFETY
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Further evidence that oxidative stress may be a risk factor responsible for the development of atherosclerosis
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Household standards and socio-economic aspects as a factor determining energy consumption in the city
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The pH Value as a Factor Modifying Bacterial Colonization of Sinonasal Mucosa in Healthy Persons
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Perceived supervisor support as a relevant factor for subordinates’ job satisfaction – model verification
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Dermal white adipose tissue development and metabolism: The role of transcription factor Foxn1
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Limits to arbitrage, investor sentiment, and factor returns in international government bond markets
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Hydrophobic and hydrophilic properties of pollutants as a factor influencing their redistribution during snowpack melt
PublicationGlaciers accumulate organic pollutants delivered by snow. However, our understanding of the exact dynamics of organic pollutants in the snowpack relies primarily on laboratory experiments and mathematical models. To fill the gap related to the detailed field data, we have conducted observations of melting snow profiles in two locations and three different stages of melting on one High Arctic glacier, as well as in superimposed...
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Temperature effect on the current-voltage characteristic fill factor for the silicon solar cells
PublicationW pracy przedstawiono badania wpływu temperatury pracy krzemowych ogniw fotowoltaicznych na wartość współczynnika wypełnienia charakterystyki prądowo- napięciowej (FF). Efekty dyfuzyjne w obszarze złącza oraz rekombinacja nośników ładunku ograniczają wartość współczynnika wypełnienia charakterystyki. Spadek tej wartości wynika głównie ze wzrostu wartości rezystancji szeregowej rs. Na rezystancję szeregową składają się: opór emitera...
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The formal safety assessment and influence of human factor in application to chosen ship's type
PublicationTragedia jednego ze statków typu ro-ro pokazała podatność tego typu statków na utratę stateczności, przewrócenie się, a w ostateczności zatonięcie. Wszystkie ro-rowce charakteryzują się małym zanurzeniem, a wynurzona część kadłuba podatna jest na działanie wiatru. Jeżeli dodatkowo w takich warunkach dochodzi element nieprawidłowego rozmieszczenia pojazdów i ich słabego zamocowania to groźba przesunięcia ładunku staje się realna....
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Strength deterioration of 26H2MF and 34HNM steels used in ship engines: hydrogen factor
PublicationBadano podatność stali 26H2MF i 34HNM poddanych różnej obróbce cieplnej na niszczenie wodorowe. Badania wykonano metodą powolnego rozciągania z szybkością 10-6 s-1. Określano wytrzymałość, wydłużenie, przewężenie i energię zniszczenia. Stwierdzono znaczna degradację w 0,01 M kwasie siarkowym z dodatkiem arszeniku. Wykazano istnienie korelacji między obróbką cieplną i stopniem degradacji. Efekty przypisano pułapkowaniu wodoru.
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High Q-factor Microwave Fabry-Perot Resonator With Distributed Bragg Reflectors
PublicationZrealizowany został rezonator Fabry-Perot pracujący na częstotliwości 39 GHz i wykorzystujący dwie pary ćwierćfalowych kwarcowych reflektorów Bragga. Dla fali o długości 98.26 mm otrzymano dobroć ok. 560,000, co oznacza 4.3-krotny wzrost w porównaniu z identycznym rezonatorem bez reflektorów Bragga. Analizę problemu wykonano przy pomocy metody różnic skończonych w dziedzinie częstotliwości (FDFD) i porównano z uproszczonym rozwiązaniem...
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Development of a Peptide Derived from Platelet-Derived Growth Factor (PDGF-BB) into a Potential Drug Candidate for the Treatment of Wounds
PublicationObjective: This study evaluated the use of novel peptides derived from platelet-derived growth factor (PDGF-BB) as potential wound healing stimulants. One of the compounds (named PDGF2) was subjected for further research after cytotoxicity and proliferation assays on human skin cells. Further investigation included evaluation of: migration and chemotaxis of skin cells, immunological and allergic safety, the transcriptional analyses...
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A study of cavitation erosion resistance of an ion nitrided titanium alloy by means of the vibration and rotating disk methods
PublicationIn this work, a comparative analysis of the cavitation erosion resistance of the Ti– 6.7Al–2.5Mo–1.8Cr–0.5Fe–0.25Si alloy (known as brand VT3-1) before and after lowtemperature ion nitriding is carried out. Two test methods were applied, using vibrative (ASTM G-32) and rotating disk rigs, respectively. The kinetic dependences of the erosive destruction of samples of titanium alloy VT3-1 in the initial state, after ion nitriding...
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TIME-DOMAIN NUMERICAL EVALUATION OF SHIP RESISTANCE AND MOTION IN REGULAR WAVES BY USING THE CFD URANS METHOD
PublicationTaking into account the International Maritime Organization's (IMO) strategy to radically reduce the...
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Measuring moisture damage of hot-mix asphalt (HMA) by digital imaging-assisted modified boiling test (ASTM D3625): Recent advancements and further investigation
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