Search results for: BUTELKI CSD Z PET
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The use of fibre-reinforced polymers (FRP) in bridges as a favourable solution for the environment
PublicationThe purpose of this article is to show the modern engineering, in which sustainability and taking care of ecology play a significant role. The authors are focused on FRP composite materials and their applications in civil engineering. Case studies showing renovation and design of new bridges with the use of FRP are presented and discussed to clarify benefits, which this solution provides. Main advantages of FRP materials in comparison...
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Experimental study and numerical optimization of tensegrity domes – A case study
PublicationThe paper deals with the design, experimental analysis and numerical optimization of tensegrity dome models. Two structures are analyzed – a Geiger system dome (preliminary dome), with PVC-U bars and PA6/PP/PET tendons and a Fuller system dome (target dome), with wooden bars and steel cables as tendons. All used materials are experimentally tested in terms of Young's modulus and yield stress values, the compressed bars are also...
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Molecularly targeted nanoparticles: an emerging tool for evaluation of expression of the receptor for advanced glycation end products in a murine model of peripheral artery disease
PublicationAbstract Background: Molecular imaging with molecularly targeted probes is a powerful tool for studying the spatio-temporal interactions between complex biological processes. The pivotal role of the receptor for advanced glycation end products (RAGE) in numerous pathological processes, aroused the demand for RAGE targeted imaging in various diseases. In the study, we evaluated the use of a diagnostic imaging agent for RAGE quantification...
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Determination of phenol biodegradation pathways in three psychrotolerant yeasts, Candida subhashii A011, Candida oregonensis B021 and Schizoblastosporion starkeyi-henricii L012, isolated from Rucianka peatland
PublicationIn this study, three psychrotolerant phenol-degrading yeast strains Candida subhashii (strain A011), Candida oregonenis (strain B021) and Schizoblastosporion starkeyi-henricii (strain L012) isolated from Rucianka peatland were examined to determine which alternative metabolic pathway for phenol biodegradation is used by these microorganisms. All yeast strains were cultivated in minimal salt medium supplemented with phenol at 500,...
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In Vitro and In Vivo Imaging-Based Evaluation of Doxorubicin Anticancer Treatment in Combination with the Herbal Medicine Black Cohosh
PublicationAs a substitution for hormone replacement therapy, many breast cancer patients use black cohosh (BC) extracts in combination with doxorubicin (DOX)-based chemotherapy. In this study, we evaluated the viability and survival of BC- and DOX-treated MCF-7 cells. A preclinical model of MCF-7 xenografts was used to determine the influence of BC and DOX administration on tumor growth and metabolism. The number of apoptotic cells after...
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Flexible dye-sensitized solar cells based on Ti/TiO2 nanotubes photoanode and Pt-free and TCO-free counter electrode system
PublicationFlexible dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) are getting more attention compared to standard glass covered DSSCs due to their unique commercial applications (e.g. tents or sail surfaces) and the possibility of rolling up into a small, portable device. In this work, titania nanotubes (TiO2 NT) modified with titania nanoparticles (TiO2 NP) were photoelectrochemically characterized as an anode for flexible dye-sensitized solar cells....
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Mechanical Behavior of Plastic Strips-Reinforced Expansive Soils Stabilized with Waste Marble Dust
PublicationExpansive soil needs to undergo treatment to be used as safe foundation soil for roads and buildings. From environmental conservation and economical point of view, the usage of agricultural and industrial wastes is the best option. In this study, the effects of utilizing plastic waste and marble waste dust on the engineering properties of expansive soils were examined. Various laboratory tests were carried out on sampled expansive...
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A Robust Random Forest Model for Classifying the Severity of Partial Discharges in Dielectrics
PublicationPartial Discharges (PDs) are a common source of degradation in electrical assets. It is essential that the extent of the deterioration level of insulating medium is correctly identified, to optimize maintenance schedules and prevent abrupt power outages. Temporal PD signals received from damaged insulation, collected through the IEC-60270 method is the gold standard for PD detection. Temporal signals may be transformed to the frequency...
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Mechanical Behavior of Plastic Strips-Reinforced Expansive Soils Stabilized with Waste Marble Dust
PublicationExpansive soil needs to undergo treatment to be used as safe foundation soil for roads and buildings. From an environmental conservation and economical point of view, the usage of agricultural and industrial wastes is the best option. In this study, the effects of utilizing plastic waste and marble waste dust on the engineering properties of expansive soils were examined. Various laboratory tests were carried out on sampled expansive...
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A concept of zero-dimensional and three-dimensional thermodynamic modelling of steam storage in a steam cycle
PublicationThis work presents the thermodynamic model of steam storage in a steam cycle. The innovative steam storage is an integral part of the unit and thus responds quickly to changes in load. This enhances the primary control reserve while maintaining high efficiency of energy conversion. With regard to power plants, it improves the operational safety of generation units, as it prevents boiler and turbines overload in the case of steep...
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ZARZĄDZANIE PROCESEM INWESTYCYJNYM PODCZAS REALIZACJI PRACOWNI RADIOLOGICZNYCH Z WYKORZYSTANIEM ŚRODKÓW PUBLICZNYCH
Publicationwidzenia zagadnień funkcjonalnych, ekonomicznych, epidemicznych, jak również dobra społecznego. Pracownie radiologiczne stanowią współcześnie część placówek medycz- nych (ambulatoriów i szpitali), które wykorzystują je zarówno przy diagnostyce, jak i terapii różnych schorzeń. Prawidłowe zarządzanie procesem inwestycyjnym dla takich przedsięwzięć jest zadaniem wieloaspektowym i skomplikowanym. Podejmowane dzia- łania powinny być...
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A two-plasmid Escherichia coli system for expression of Dr adhesins
PublicationPraca opisuje konstrukcję wydajnego systemu produkcji fimbrii Dr. System składa się z dwóch plazmidów. Plazmid pACYCpBAD-DraC-C-His zawiera pod kontrolą promotora arabinozowego gen draC kodujący białko kanałotwórcze DraC. Plazmid pET-30b-sygDraBE zawiera pod kontrolą promotora T7lac geny draB i draE kodujące odpowiednio białko opiekuńcze DraB oraz adhezynę DraE. Oba plzamidy posiadają różne ori replikacji co pozwala na ich jednoczesne...
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Fusion of Taq DNA polymerase with single-stranded DNA binding-like protein of Nanoarchaeum equitans—Expression and characterization
PublicationDNA polymerases are present in all organisms and are important enzymes that synthesise DNA molecules. They are used in various fields of science, predominantly as essential components for in vitro DNA syntheses, known as PCR. Modern diagnostics, molecular biology and genetic engineering need DNA polymerases which demonstrate improved performance. This study was aimed at obtaining a new NeqSSB-TaqS fusion DNA polymerase from the...
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BADANIA KOMPOZYTOWEGO MOSTU DLA PIESZYCH
PublicationOpracowany w ramach konsorcjum FOBRIDGE kompozytowy most pieszo-rowerowy jest pierwszym na świecie zwartym jednoelementowym obiektem o konstrukcji powierzchniowym, który wytworzony jest w całości w jednym cyklu produkcyjnym, uformowanym z powłoki sandwiczowej w technologii infuzji. Technologia infuzji polega na podciśnieniowym przesycaniu żywicą ułożonej na formie tzw. suchej konstrukcji (całego dźwigara w przypadku obiektu FOBRIDGE)....
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Load Testing of GFRP Composite U-Shape Footbridge
PublicationThe paper presents the scope of load tests carried out on an innovative shell composite footbridge. The tested footbridge was manufactured in one production cycle and has no components made from materials other than GFRP laminates and PET foam. The load tests, performed on a 14-m long structure, were the final stage of a research program in the Fobridge project carried out in cooperation with: Gdańsk University of Technology (leader),...
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Układ do kształtowania widma sygnału radiowego
InventionsPrzedmiotem projektu jest demonstrator technologii C-IED, przeznaczony do przeciwdziałania atakom terrorystycznym z wykorzystaniem prowizorycznych urządzeń wybuchowych detonowanych drogą radiową. Prowizoryczne urządzenia IED zwykle są umieszczane w dużych skupiskach ludzi oraz maskowane w celu utrudnienia ich identyfikacji, przy użyciu płaszcza, folii, butelki, opony czy betonu. Urządzenia te pozwalają na wyrządzenie znacznych...
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O bliżej nieznanej faunie z Państwa Środka
PublicationArtykuł dotyczy arkana zwierząt ze wzgórz Daba oraz informacji praktycznych o nieznanej faunie z Państwa Środka. Jest to charakterystyka priorytetów badawczych z uwzględnieniem europejskiego wkładu naukowego. Oczywiście fauna i flora z gór środkowej części państwa mandaryńskiego wymaga dokładnego zbadania, ale zwróćmy też uwagę na dzikie gatunki ze wschodu. O okiełznanie bliżej nieznanych drapieżników ssaczych, przeżuwaczy,...
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Analiza strukturalna silanotiolanów : wpływ centrów kwasowych na zmiany w układzie wiązań SI-O-C oraz SI-S grupy sialkoksysilanotiolanowej w ciele stałym / J. Chojnacki.
PublicationW pracy przedstawiono wyniki badań strukturalnych silanotiolanów metali. Wyniki pochodzące z rentgenowskiej analizy strukturalnej zostały zinterpretowane w oparciu o rezultaty obliczeń kwantowo-mechanicznych. Wyznaczono 46 nowych struktur rentgenowskich silanotiolanów i przeanalizowano je łącznie z wynikami badań strukturalnych innych autorów. Zebrano i usystematyzowano wyniki rentgenowskiej analizy strukturalnej dla wszystkich...
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Hydrological indicators of water zones in inundation, historical water levels, and forcing data for the 1881-2099 period in the lower Biebrza valley
Open Research DataThis data set contains hydrological (1) indicators of water source extents in the Biebrza River floodplain (NE Poland) simulated using an integrated hydrological model (IHM), (2) forcing data for the IHM, and (3) water levels in the Osowiec station from the period 1881-1910.