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Electrical properties of Y0.08Sr0.92Ti0.92Nb0.08O3-δ after reduction in different reducing conditions
PublicationElectrical properties of perovskite Y0.08Sr0.92Ti0.92Nb0.08O3−ı after reduction in different conditions were studied. Relatively high electrical conductivity in samples reduced in ammonia was observed. The conductivity of Y0.08Sr0.92Ti0.92Nb0.08O3−ı reduced in ammonia at 1500 ◦C was of about 600 S/cm at 200 ◦C. Conductivity after reduction in ammonia at 1500 ◦C was stable both in hydrogen and oxygen atmosphere up to 600 ◦C. Reduction...
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Antimicrobial properties of chitosan solutions, chitosan films and gelatin-chitosan films
PublicationThe antimicrobial properties of chitosan solutions and films against selected bacteria and the effect of chitosan incorporation into gelatin films were studied. The bactericidal effect of chitosan solutions increased with time and temperature of sample incubation. Two psychrotrophic strains Pseudomonas fluorescens and Listeria innocua were more sensitive to chitosan than mesophilic strains Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus....
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The influence of high temperature wood drying conditions using air-steam mixture on its properties
PublicationThe results of properties change of beech wood after drying process are presented. The wood taken to experiments was from northern part of Pomeranian region in Poland. Before the main high temperature drying process using air-steam mixture, wood was initially dried in an open air conditions. The high temperature drying process was conducted at temperature 120oC, humidity 48%, flow rate of drying medium 2.5m/s and atmospheric pressure....
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Structural and Transportation Properties of Strontium Titanate Composites with Ion Conductive Oxides
PublicationThis paper has been written based on the author’s doctoral dissertation “Structural and transportation properties of strontium and titanate composites with ion conductive oxides”, prepared under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Hab. Eng. Bogusław Kusz at the Department of Solid State Physics of Gdańsk University of Technology. It reports the idea of the thesis and conclusions from the study. Niobium doped strontium titanate (Sr(Ti,Nb)O3)...
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Biomass-Derived Nitrogen Functionalized Carbon Nanodots and Their Anti-Biofouling Properties
PublicationThe prevalence of the antibiotic resistant bacteria remains a global issue. Cheap, sustainable and multifunctional antibacterial membranes are at the forefront of filtrating materials capable of treating multiple flow streams, such as water cleansing treatments. Carbon nanomaterials are particularly interesting objects shown to enhance antibacterial properties of composite materials. In this article, amino-functionalized, photoluminescent...
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Structural properties of hydration shell around various conformations of simple polypeptides
PublicationIn this paper we investigate structural properties of water within the solvation shell around the peptide core created by a well-defined conformation of polypeptide chain. The following secondary structures are investigated: linear (straight chain), and three helices PII (polyproline-like), 310, and α. We propose using the two-particle contribution to entropy as a rational measure of the water structural ordering within the solvation...
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The influence of plasma-sprayed coatings on surface properties and corrosion resistance of 316L stainless steel for possible implant application
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Optical and photocatalytic properties of rare earth metal-modified ZnO quantum dots
PublicationA series of novel ZnO quantum dots modified with rare earth metals was successfully prepared by a simple sol-gel approach. The effects of types (Eu, Er, Tb, Yb, Ho, La) and amounts (from 0.09 to 0.45 mmol) of lanthanides on the optical properties, structural characterization and photocatalytic activity of ZnO/RE QDs were systematically investigated. The X-ray diffraction (XRD), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), Fourier transform...
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Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) of pre- PXBS (0 h) and PXBS during the crosslinking process (24 h–288 h)
Open Research DataThe goal of this research was developing biodegradable and biocompatibile xylitol-based copolymers with improved mechanical properties, and investigating the change in their thermal and chemical properties withprogress of the cross-linking process. Using a raw material of natural origin such as xylitol, a prepolymer wasobtained by esterification and...
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Analytical applications and physicochemical properties of ionic liquid-based hybrid materials: A review
PublicationIonic liquids with their unique properties found so far numerous analytical applications. Among them ionic liquids immobilized on the surface or within the pores of a solid support were successfully utilized in extraction techniques dedicated to preconcentration of the analytes from food, environmental and biological samples. In this review we focus on comprehensive summarizing of available literature data on the examples of ionic...
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Influence of Properties of Hydraulic Fluid on Pressure Peaks in Axial Piston Pumps’ Chambers
PublicationThe article concentrates on the research of the pressure peaks in a working chamber of an axial piston pump. The main focus of the article is the influence of fluid properties on the pressure peaks value. Experimental and analytical methods were used to determine the impact of the fluid density, viscosity, compressibility and aeration. The article describes the pressure peak generation process and explains the theoretical basis...
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Deep Eutectic Solvents: Properties and Applications in CO2 Separation
PublicationNowadays, many researchers are focused on finding a solution to the problem of global warming. Carbon dioxide is considered to be responsible for the “greenhouse” effect. The largest global emission of industrial CO2 comes from fossil fuel combustion, which makes power plants the perfect point source targets for immediate CO2 emission reductions. A state-of-the-art method for capturing carbon dioxide is chemical absorption using...
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Genotoxic properties of glucosinolates and isothiocyanates present in Brassica vegetables
PublicationThe bioactive phytochemicals found in Brassica vegetables, in this number glucosinolates (GLS), as well as products of their degradation such as isothiocyanates (ITC) and indoles, are regarded as the most promising chemopreventive compounds. These secondary metabolites display stron antibiological activity and constitute defence system preventing the development of agrophages attacking Brassica plants. Such properties suggest...
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Structure and transport properties of donor-doped barium strontium cobaltites
PublicationIn this work, Nb-substituted barium strontium cobaltites Ba0.5Sr0.5Co1-xNbxO3-δ (x = 0 – 0.4) have been fabricated and studied. The structural analysis showed that the Nb content influences the lattice constant as well as the distance between the (Co, Nb) and oxygen atoms. The study of morphology of samples showed that the Nb content does not change the porosity, grain size and morphology of the ceramics. The total electrical conductivity...
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Manganese Phosphatizing Coatings: The Effects of Preparation Conditions on Surface Properties
PublicationManganese phosphate coating could be used to protect the surface of steel products. However, it is essential to determine the effects which process parameters, as well as the types of additives used, have on the efficiency of coating deposition. Thus, we present here a process of phosphatization of low-alloy steel (for 15 min at 95 ◦C) in manganese/nickel baths followed by a passivation process with the use of a silicon and zircon...
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Local properties of organic coatings close to glass transition temperature
PublicationAcrylic coating applied on copper substrate has been investigated at different temperatures starting from the ambient one up to the level above the glass transition temperature. Its local topographic and electric properties have been examined with the atomic force microscopy (AFM) based approach including dc current mapping and local impedance spectroscopy. The local findings have been compared with the information from global...
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Polysaccharide-based electroconductive hydrogels: Structure, properties and biomedical applications
PublicationArchitecting an appropriate platform for biomedical applications requires setting a balance between simplicity and complexity. Polysaccharides (PSAs) play essential roles in our life in food resources, structural materials, and energy storage capacitors. Moreover, the diversity and abundance of PSAs have made them an indispensable part of food ingredients and cosmetics. PSA-based hydrogels have been extensively reviewed in biomedical...
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Electrical properties of organic and perovskite systems used in solar cells
PublicationNowadays, a great progress in the areas of molecular and hybrid photovoltaics is observed. The devices based on organic and perovskite materials are getting attention mostly due to their low cost production process. However, their efficiency and stability are still lower than for inorganic materials which make them less popular. Therefore, a detailed understanding of the device physics is fundamental for organic and perovskite...
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Influence of Giant Reed (Arundo Donax L.) Culms Processing Procedure on Physicochemical, Rheological, and Thermomechanical Properties of Polyethylene Composites
PublicationGiant reed (Arundo donax L.) is a plant species with a high growth rate and low requirements, which makes it particularly interesting for the production of different bioproducts, including natural fibers. This work assesses the use of fibers obtained from reed culms as reinforcement for a high-density polyethylene (HDPE) matrix. Two different lignocellulosic materials were used: i) shredded culms and ii) fibers obtained by culms...
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The antioxidant properties of alcoholic extracts from Sambucus nigra L. (antioxidant properties of extracts)
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Functionalized azobenzocrown ethers as sensor materials—The synthesis and ion binding properties
PublicationNew 13- and 16-membered azobenzocrown ethers with aromatic amino, amide, ether–ester or ether–amide residue in para position to an azo moiety were obtained. Acid–base properties and ion binding ability of the colored compounds were studied by spectroscopic methods: UV–vis, fluorimetry and 1H NMR spectroscopy. Selected azobenzocrowns were tested as ionophores in ion-selective membrane electrodes (ISEs) – classic and miniature all...
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Silver-modified titania with enhanced photocatalytic and antimicrobial properties under UV and visible light irradiation
PublicationCommercial titania photocatalysts were modified with 2 wt% of silver by photodeposition. The properties of the samples were characterized by DRS, XPS, XRD, FE-SEM and STEM. The modified samples exhibited activity under visible light and enhanced activity under UV irradiation for 2-propanol and acetic acid oxidation, respectively. The time-resolved microwave conductivity (TRMC) analysis indicated that enhanced activity (2.5–8-fold...
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Bioactive Ingredients with Health-Promoting Properties of Strawberry Fruit (Fragaria x ananassa Duchesne)
PublicationStrawberries (Fragaria x ananassa Duchesne) belong to the berry group and are characterized primarily by delightful sensory properties. Due to their chemical composition, these fruits are a rich source of bioactive compounds that can modify the metabolic and physiological functions of the body. The aim of this work is to present the current state of research on bioactive ingredients found in these fruits in the context of their...
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Evaluating the performance of organic coatings under mechanical stress using electrochemical impedance spectroscopy
PublicationMimo, iż znaczna liczba konstrukcji zabezpieczanych przy pomocy powłok poddawana jest cyklicznym naprężeniom mechanicznym, czynnik ten wydaje się być niedoceniany jako przyczyniający się do przyspieszonego niszczenia organicznych układów powłokowych. Celem pracy było zweryfikowanie czy powtarzające się naprężenia mechaniczne stanowią istotny element wpływający na skrócenie czasu eksploatacji systemów powłokowych. W tym celu układ:...
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Appraisal of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering of Gdańsk University of Technology in view of domestic education standards
PublicationOpisano doświadczenia Wydziału Mechanicznego Politechniki Gdańskiej wyniesione z akredytacji kierunku studiów: mechanika i budowa maszyn. Skoncentrowano się na przedstawieniu procedury sporządzania raportu samooceny i jego weryfikacji przez komisję zewnętrzną.
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Aqueous Mechanical Oxidation of Zn Dust: An Inventive Technique for Bulk Production of ZnO Nanorods
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Estimation of the expected effects of different surface modifications on mechanical, chemical and biological behaviour of endoprostheses
PublicationPrzedstawiono koncepcję nowej endoprotezy o szczególnie wysokiej odporności na zużycie i pękanie. Koncepcja zakada wytwarzanie wieloetapową obróbkę powierzchniową kompozytu metalowo-ceramicznego.
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Research and development in Department of Hydraulics and Pneumatics of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering of Gdańsk University of Technology
PublicationW artykule przedstawiono aktualny stan prac badawczych prowadzonych w Katedrze Hydrauliki i Pneumatyki PG:- rozwój laboratorium badawczego,- prace nad nowym typem pomp wielotłoczkowych z rozrządem krzywkowym,- prace nad silnikami satelitowymi z kompensacją luzów osiowych,- stanowisko do badań silników zasilanych emulsją wodno-olejową,- badania zachowania układów hydraulicznych w niskiej temperaturze otoczenia.
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Theoretical and mathematical models of the torque of mechanical losses in a hydraulic rotational motor for hydrostatic drive
PublicationW pracy przedstawiono modele teoretyczne i matematyczne momentu strat mechanicznych występujących w silniku hydraulicznym obrotowym o stałej teoretycznej chłonności qMt silnika na obrót wału (o stałej teoretycznej objętości roboczej VMt silnika) i o zmiennej chłonności qMgv = bM qMt na obrót wału (o zmiennej geometrycznej objętości roboczej VMgv silnika). Modele mają służyć badaniom laboratoryjnym i symulacyjnym strat energetycznych...
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Changes of color coordinates of biological tissue with superficial skin damage due to mechanical trauma
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Chemical and Mechanical Pressure-Induced Photoluminescence Tuning via Structural Evolution and Hydrostatic Pressure
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Mechanical response of buried High-Density Polyethylene pipelines under normal fault motions
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Emulsifi ers from renewable materials: an eco-friendly synthesis and properties
PublicationThe focus of this study was the preparation of novel bio based polyglycerol emulsifiers characterized by a one pot synthesis, thus by modified properties with respect to interfacial activity and effectiveness as emulsion stabilizers. The final products of the esterification process, carried out in the presence of carboxylates were used directly as emulsifiers (without purification or fractionation). Polyglycerol emulsifiers obtained...
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Structure redetermination, transport and thermal properties of the YNi3Al9 compound
PublicationSingle crystals of completely ordered variant of the YNi3Al9 compound were grown by self-flux method with excess of aluminum. The crystal structure of the title compound was redetermined from single crystal X-ray diffraction data. The structure adopts ErNi3Al9 type, space group R32, parameters of the unit cell a = 7.2838(2) Å, c = 27.4004(8) Å. The growth of relatively large single crystals of the YNi3Al9 compound, having completely...
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Influence of Phase Composition on Dielectric Properties of Bismuth-Based Ceramics with Scheelite-Type Structure
PublicationGoal of the present research was to study dielectric properties of BiNbO4 ceramics fabricated by solid state reaction route followed with pressureless sintering. The samples were fabricated from the mixture of oxides, viz. Nb2O5 and Bi2O3. Apart from stoichiometric amount an excess of 3%, 5% and 10% by mole of Bi2O3 was used. It was found that an excess amount of Bi2O3 oxide caused formation of Bi5Nb3O15 minor phase in amount of...
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Rheological properties of food systems
PublicationPrzedstawiono ocenę systemów żywności pod względem ich właściwości reologi-cznych. Dla określonego schematu podziału opisano podstawowe sposoby pomiaruwłaściwości w tych strukturach. Na podstawie przyjętego modelu reologicznegooraz rozpoznanych sił i zależności działających w odpowiednim zestawie skła-dników struktury żywności, określono wpływ zmian reologicznych na cechy sen-soryczne w niektórych systemach żywności.
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Surface properties of barley straw
PublicationWłaściwości powierzchniowe słomy jęczmiennej (Hordeum vulgare) odgrywają kluczową rolę w zastosowaniach przemysłowych, takich jak sorpcja rozlewów olejowych oraz oczyszczenie gleby. Zbadano niejednorodność chemiczną oraz morfologiczną liści i łodyg słomy jęczmiennej poprzez pomiar kątów zwilżania wodą oraz olejem oraz z zastosowaniem techniki FTIR, SEM oraz AFM.
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Silanethiolates - synthesis, properties and structures.
PublicationW pracy wskazano podstawowe drogi syntezy oraz podano zwięzłą charakterystykę silanotiolanów - w większości związków kompleksowych posiadających jako główny ligand grupę silanotiolanową, na ogół (t-BuO)3SiS. Przy pomocy odpowiednio dobranych przykładów zilustrowano właściwości tych związków - wskazano ciekawsze elementy struktury molekularnej oraz specyficzne cechy spektralne.
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Photoluminescence as a probe of phosphorene properties
PublicationHere, we provide a detailed evaluation of photoluminescence (PL) as a comprehensive tool for phosphorene characterization with the emphasis on a prominent quantitative role of PL in providing fingerprint-like features due to its extreme sensitivity to the band structure details, anisotropy, disorder, external fields, etc. Factors such as number of layers, dimensionality, structural and chemical disorder, and environmental factors...
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Antioxidative properties of black tea
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Synthesis and properties of CaFe2As2single crystals
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Structure and Magnetic Properties of Eu2CaCu2O6
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Physical Properties of the Noncentrosymmetric SuperconductorMg10Ir19B16
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Structure and magnetic properties of Eu2CaCu2O6
PublicationDyskutowany jest nowy typ związku na bazie tlenku miedzi. Jest to pierwszy związek o tzw. zero wymiarowym charakterze Cu-O.
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Investigation of properties of M3x14 screws
PublicationWykonano badania porównawcze własności dwóch partii wkrętów M3x14. Sformułowano wnioski.
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Antistatic properties of nanofilled coatings
Publicationpraca podsumowuje wyniki badań właściwości antystatycznych powłok polimerowych domieszkowanych nanocząsteczkami srebra oraz sio2. właściwości antystatyczne określano poprzez badanie czasu rozpraszania ładunku zgromadzonego po wyładowaniu koronowym.
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Photoluminescence as a probe of phosphorene properties
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Tuftsin - new analogues and properties
PublicationTuftsyna zbudowana z czterech reszt aminokwasowych (TKPR), jest najmniejszym endogennym immunomodulatorem występującym w naturze we krwi człowieka i innych ssaków. Została wyizolowana w 1970 roku na Uniwersytecie Tufts w Bostonie (USA) przez Najjara i Nishioka. Wykazuje ona działanie nie tylko immunostymulujące, ale również przeciwbakteryjne, przeciwwirusowe, przeciwnowotworowe oraz przeciwgrzybicze. W artykule opisano nowe właściwości...
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The ab initio and experimental study of the spectroscopic and magnetic properties of Ho(III)-EDTA
Open Research DataIn this dataset, the ab initio calculations of the electronic structure and the magnetic properties are discussed in the context of the experimental data for the Ho–EDTA complex. In the calculations different models of the cluster have been applied to examine the influence of various parts of the environment of the Ho(III)-EDTA complex on its properties....
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An in situ technique for the assessment of adhesive properties of a joint under load
PublicationSlow crack propagation in adhesive bonded joints has been characterised using an asymmetric wedge test. Crack position was evaluated from strain gauge measurements, both in the debonded partof the joint and in the bonded zone. Test temperature was changed during loading, giving insight into bond evolution. The technique allows accurate, and virtually continuous, determination of crack position to be made, and therefore the evaluation...