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Mechanical and fracture properties of concrete reinforced with recycled and industrial steel fibers using Digital Image Correlation technique and X-ray micro computed tomography
PublicationPaper presents investigation of fracture phenomenon in plain concrete and in concrete reinforced with both recycled steel fibers (RSF) and industrial steel fibers (ISF). The wedge splitting test (WST), which enables stable crack propagation for quasi-brittle materials, was carried out on 75 75 75 mm cube samples. Initially, fracture process zone development was investigated only on the surface of samples using Digital Image Correlation...
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Physicochemical properties of Mn1.45Co1.45Cu0.1O4 spinel coating deposited on the Crofer 22 H ferritic steel and exposed to high-temperature oxidation under thermal cycling conditions
PublicationThe Crofer 22 H ferritic steel substrate was coated with an Mn1.45Co1.45Cu0.1O4 spinel by means of electrophoresis. After high-temperature oxidation under thermal cycling conditions, the physicochemical properties of the obtained system were evaluated. During 48-h cycles that involved heating the samples up to temperatures of either 750 or 800 °C, the oxidation kinetics of both coated and unmodified steel approximately obeyed...
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Micro solid oxide fuel cells and their fabrication methods
PublicationW pracy przedstawiono obecny stan badań związany z tlenkowymi microogniwami paliwowymi oraz metodami ich wytwarzania.
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Micro solid oxide fuel cells and their fabrication methods
PublicationW pracy przedstawiono obecny stan badań i tendencje w rozwoju tlenkowych ogniw paliwowych.
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Multiphase separated polyurethanes studied by micro Raman spectroscopy.
PublicationPrzedmiotem badań były poliuretany o zawartości 30% segmentów sztywnych,charakteryzujące się obecnością globul i sferolitów. Badania za pomocą mikro Ramana wykazały różny skład chemiczny w wymienionych mikroobszarach. W globulach stwierdzono zanik obecności segmentów giętkich lub ich bardzo znikomą ilość w porównaniu z matrycą i sferolitami.
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Aging and rejuvenation effects in bismuth ferrite micro-cubes
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Shear localization in granular bodies with micro-polar hypoplasticity.
PublicationW książce przedstawiono wyniki numerycznej analizy lokalizacji odkształceń stycznych w materiałach granulowanych dla różnych problemów brzegowych quasi-statycznych. Obliczenia wykonano przy zastosowaniu metody elementów skończonych i mikropolarnego modelu hipoplastycznego.
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Micro-polar effects under monotonic and cyclic shearing.
PublicationW artykule przedstawiono wyniki obliczeń lokalizacji odkształceń podczas ścinania monotonicznego i cyklicznego w materiałach granulowanych. Obliczenia wykonano przy zastosowaniu mikropolarnego hipoplastycznego modelu konstytutywnego.
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Hierarchical MnO2 nanoflowers blooming on 3D nickel foam: A novel micro-macro catalyst for peroxymonosulfate activation
PublicationIn this work, birnessite-type δ-MnO2 nanoflowers were uniformly deposited on 3D nickel foam (NF) by one-step hydrothermal route for high-efficient activation of peroxymonosulfate (PMS) towards degradation of acid orange 7 (AO7). High specific surface area, large pore volume and 3D hierarchical structure promotes the mass and electron transfer for great catalytic activity. Low reaction energy barrier (Ea=27.5 kJ/mol) and outstanding...
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The effect of lyophilization on selected biologically active components (vitamin c, catalase, lysozyme), total antioxidant capacity and lipid oxidation in human milk
PublicationHuman milk is rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids, as well as lysozyme, vitamin C and other bioactive compounds. The effect of lyophilization on the content of antioxidants (vitamin C and catalase CAT), bactericidal compounds (lysozyme), total antioxidant capacity (TAC) and lipid peroxidation in human milk was investigated in this study. Samples of mature human milk were collected from five healthy women who gave birth on the scheduled...
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Electrochemical oxidation of landfill leachate using boron-doped diamond anodes: pollution degradation rate, energy efficiency and toxicity assessment
PublicationElectrochemical oxidation (EO), due to high efficiency and small carbon footprint, is regarded as an attractive option for on-site treatment of highly contaminated wastewater. This work shows the effectiveness of EO using three boron-doped diamond electrodes (BDDs) in sustainable management of landfill leachate (LL). The effect of the applied current density (25–100 mA cm−2) and boron doping concentration (B/C ratio: 500 ppm, 10,000...
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The impedance of hydrogen oxidation reaction in a proton exchange membrane fuel cell in the presence of carbon monoxide in hydrogen stream
PublicationEvaluation of performance of a proton exchange membrane fuel cell, which is affected by carbon monoxide that pollutes the hydrogen stream, was presented. This influence was studied for carbon monoxide concentration of 125–325 ppb, which are close to values specified in ISO 14687:2019 standard. Performed studies provided crucial information for further development of fuel cell as an energy source for automotive application. Impedance...
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Influence of C60and Fullerene Soot on the Oxidation Resistance of Vegetable Oils
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Influence of the type of photocatalyst on photocatalytic oxidation of triclosan in the aquatic environment
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Heterogeneous Oxidation of Phenolic Compounds with Photosensitizing Catalysts Incorporated into Chitosan
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Influence of stress on oxidation behaviour of carbon steel studded coil.
PublicationAnalizowano awarię wężownicy kołkowej ze stali węglowej pracującej przez 10 lat w środowisku przegrzanej pary w temperaturze 290ºC i ciśnieniu 0,67 MPa. Obserwacje mikroskopowe powierzchni i przekroju rury ukazały drobne pęknięcia w ściance wynikające z procesu selektywnego utleniania. Zastosowano metodę elementów skończonych w celu ustalenia zależności postępu korozji od ciśnienia i obciążenia cieplnego.
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Montmorillonite as the catalyst in oxidation of limonene with hydrogen peroxide and in isomerization of limonene
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The studies on the limonene oxidation over the microporous TS-1 catalyst
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Advanced oxidation technologies for preventing the formation of detrimental disinfection by-products
PublicationDezynfekcja jest jednym z najważniejszych etapów uzdatniania wody. Konwencjonalnie stosowane środki dezynfekujące to chlor, dwutlenku chloru, a także chloraminy. Powszechnie wiadomo, że DBPs mogą powodować choroby oczu i układu oddechowego, astmę, jak również choroby skóry. Jednakże stwierdzono, że DBPs są genotoksyczne i rakotwórcze. Zaawansowane metody utleniania stanowią obiecującą technologię, która może w znacznym stopniu...
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The Role of pH in the Mechanism of .OH Radical Induced Oxidation of Nicotine
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The Influence of Sulfate on Anaerobic Ammonium Oxidation in a Sequencing Batch Reactor
PublicationAnaerobic ammonia-oxidizing bacteria have a more comprehensive metabolism than expected - there may be other electron acceptors that oxidize ammonium nitrogen under anaerobic conditions, in addition to the well-known nitrite nitrogen, one of which is sulfate in the sulfammox process. Sulfate-containing compounds are part of the medium for the anammox process, but their concentrations are not particularly high (0.2 g MgSO4 ∙ 7H2O/dm3...
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Controlling the europium oxidation state in diopside through flux concentration
PublicationThis paper explores the connection between the H3BO3 flux concentration and the co-existence of Eu2+ and Eu3+ dopants within CaMgSi2O6 crystals (diopside). The samples were synthesised using a solid-state synthesis method under varying atmospheric conditions, including oxidative (air), neutral (N2), and reductive (H2/N2 mixture) environments. Additionally, some materials underwent chemical modification by partially substituting...
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New heterometallic Co/Zn, Ag/Co, and Ag/Zn imidazolates: structural characterization and catalytic activity in the oxidation of organic compounds
PublicationNanocrystalline powders of monometallic and bimetallic imidazolates of Co, Zn, and Ag were produced by a reaction carried out in water. The powders were characterized by powder X-ray diffraction and the crystal structures of new compounds Ag2ZnIm4 and Ag2CoIm4 (Im = imidazolate) were solved. Heterometallic Co/Zn imidazolates showed the standard ZIF-8 crystal structure while Ag/Zn and Ag/Co systems were isostructural with the copper...
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Micro-cracking pattern recognition of hybrid CNTs/GNPs cement pastes under three-point bending loading using acoustic emission technique
PublicationThe generation of microcracks has an important influence on the behaviour of concrete structures. In this study, the acoustic emission (AE) technique was used to investigate the fracture phenomena and micro-cracking behavior of hybrid carbon nanotubes (CNTs, the 1-D allotrope of carbon atoms) and graphene nanoplatelets (GNPs, 2D monolayer of sp2-hybridized carbon atoms), cement composites under three-point bending loading. In...
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Exploring multi-step glucose oxidation kinetics at GOx-functionalized nanotextured gold surfaces with differential impedimetric technique
PublicationFor a few past years, we can observe the enormous growth of investigations related to ultrasensitive electrochemical sensors capable of reliable determination of important body parameters and analytes. Utilized procedures rely on standard electrochemical methods, demanding electrode polarization, and information about the initial characteristics of the working electrode. More and more complex electrode materials are characterized...
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Electrophoretic co-deposition of Fe2O3 and Mn1,5Co1,5O4: Processing and oxidation performance of Fe-doped Mn-Co coatings for solid oxide cell interconnects
PublicationThe “in-situ” Fe-doping of the manganese cobalt spinel was achieved by electrophoretic co-deposition of Mn1,5Co1,5O4 and Fe2O3 powders followed by a two-step reactive sintering treatment. The effects on the coating properties of two different Fe-doping levels (5 and 10 wt.% respectively) and two different temperatures of the reducing treatment (900 and 1000 °C) are discussed. Samples with Fe-doped coatings demonstrated a lower...
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Efficient removal of 2,4,6-trinitrotoluene (TNT) from industrial/military wastewater using anodic oxidation on boron-doped diamond electrodes
PublicationWith growing public concern about water quality particular focus should be placed on organic micropollutants, which are harmful to the environment and people. Hence, the objective of this research is to enhance the security and resilience of water resources by developing an efficient system for reclaiming industrial/military wastewater and protecting recipients from the toxic and cancerogenic explosive compound – 2,4,6-trinitrotoluene...
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Modification of structured bio‑carbon derived from spongin-based scaffolds with nickel compounds to produce a functional catalyst for reduction and oxidation reactions: Potential for use in environmental protection
PublicationThree different 3D fibrous-like NiO/Ni(OH)2/Ni‑carbonized spongin-based materials were prepared via a simple sorption–reduction method. Depending on the support used, the catalysts were composed of carbon, nickel oxide, nickel hydroxide and zero-valent nickel, with the surface content of the nickel-containing phase in the range 15.2–26.0 wt%. Catalytic studies showed promising activity in the oxidation of phenolic compounds in water...
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Experimental investigation of Organic Rankine Cycles for domestic micro CHP
PublicationW artykule przedstawiono wyniki badań eksperymentalnych obiegu ORC wyposażonego w ekspander typu scroll (I etap badań) oraz ekspander utworzony na bazie turbinki pneumatycznej (II etap badań). Raportowane badania przeprowadzono na laboratoryjnym stanowisku realizującym obieg ''domowej'' mikrosiłowni parowej.
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Modeling of textural anisotropy in granular materials with micro-polar hypoplasticity
PublicationW artykule przedstawiono wyniki numerycznej wpływu anizotropii strukturalnej w materiałach granulowanych na powstawanie lokalizacji odkształceń. Obliczenia wykonano dla ściskania w płaskim stanie odkształcenia stosując metodę elementów skończonych na bazie mikropolarnego prawa hipoplastycznego. Wpływ anizotropii modelowano stosując skorelowane pola początkowego wskaźnika porowatości.
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Analysis of selected fluids for use in micro-CHP for domestic applications
PublicationW pracy przeanalizowano 4 płyny, etanol, SES36, R141b oraz R134a celem ich zastosowania w domoych mikrosiłowniach. Najlepszym płynem okazuje się być alkohol etylowy oraz SES36.
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A Method and Device for 3D Recognition of Cutting Edge Micro Geometry
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Micro and Macroelements in Honey and Atmospheric Pollution (NW and Central Poland)
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Electrospinning: An Efficient Biopolymer-Based Micro- and Nanofibers Fabrication Technique
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A study of a reduction of a micro- and nanometric bismuth oxide in hydrogen atmosphere
PublicationA reduction of bismuth oxide in hydrogen atmosphere was investigated. The reaction was performed with a material in various structural forms: powder: with micrometric grains, powder with nanometric grains and powder pressed into pellets. The process was performed in both isothermal and non-isothermal conditions. An activation energy of the reaction calculated with Friedman method was found to be about 85 kJ/mol for the reduction...
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Discrete analysis of micro-structural events in granular shear zones
PublicationW artykule pokazano rozwój różnych zjawisk mikrostrukturalnych na poziomie ziarna podczas parcia pasywnego piasku na sztywną ściankę przemieszczającą się poziomo. Obliczenia wykonano stosując metodę DEM. Wyniki na poziomie globalnym porównano z wynikami MES. Szczególna uwagę zwrócono na rozwój łańcuchów sił miedzy ziarnami.
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Study of some micro-structural phenomena in granular shear zones
PublicationW artykule pokazano wyniki dyskretne zachowania się ziaren materiałów granulowanych w strefie ścinania uzyskane metodą DEM. Wyniki porównano z wynikami MES na bazie mikropolarnego hipoplastycznego prawa konstytutywnego. Szczególną uwagę zwrócono w obliczeniach na zjawiska mikrostrukturalne w strefie ścinania takie jak: wiry, łańcuchy sił, lokalne zmiany porowatości.
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Desulfurization of raw naphtha cuts using hybrid systems based on acoustic cavitation and advanced oxidation processes (AOPs)
PublicationA combination of dual-frequency acoustic cavitation (acoustic cavitation) and UV assisted advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) reaction system was developed for desulfurization of raw naphtha used to produce aviation fuels. Various types of oxidants in hybrid systems including hydrogen peroxide, acetic acid, acetone, air and ozone were compared. At optimum oxidant to sulfur compounds molar ratio (rox) of 5.0, the hybrid process...
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In situ spectroelectrochemical and theoretical study on the oxidation of a 4H-imidazole-ruthenium dye adsorbed on nanocrystalline TiO2thin film electrodes
PublicationTerpyridine 4H-imidazole-ruthenium(ii) complexes are considered promising candidates for use as sensitizers in dye sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) by displaying broad absorption in the visible range, where the dominant absorption features are due to metal-to-ligand charge transfer (MLCT) transitions. The ruthenium(iii) intermediates resulting from photoinduced MLCT transitions are essential intermediates in the photoredox-cycle...
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Investigations on fracture in reinforced concrete beams in 3-point bending using continuous micro-CT scanning
PublicationThis study explores a fracture process in rectangular reinforced concrete (RC) beams subjected to quasi-static three-point bending. RC beams were short and long with included longitudinal reinforcement in the form of a steel or basalt bar. The ratio of the shear span to the effective depth was 1.5 and 0.75. The focus was on the load–deflection diagram and crack formation. Three-dimensional (3D) analyses of the size and distribution...
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Efficiency of pollutants removal from landfill leachates using Nb/BDD and Si/BDD anodic oxidation
PublicationLandfill leachates (LLs) is a complex, refectory and difficult to depurate liquid generated from sanitary landfills. It contains excessive levels of biodegradable and in particular non-biodegradable products (e.g. heavy metals, phenols, sulphide, plasticisers). LLs are among the effluents that may pose major environmental concerns, they can be a dangerous source of pollution e.g. due to infiltration into soil and underlying water....
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Advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) based wastewater treatment - unexpected nitration side reactions - a serious environmental issue: A review
PublicationChemical compounds containing nitro group (nitro-products) are a one of toxic by-products, that can be formed during wastewater treatment processes. In case of presence of nitrite or nitrate ions, the formation of nitro-products during advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) is very common. It is caused by the reactive nitrogen species (RNs) such as nitrate radical (NO3•), nitrite radical (NO2•), nitrogen oxide radical (NO•) and peroxynirite...
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Association between susceptibility to photodynamic oxidation and the genetic background of Staphylococcus aureus
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Electrochemical oxidation of ionic liquids at highly boron doped diamond electrodes
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Reduced diameter distribution of single-wall carbon nanotubes by selective oxidation
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Integration of advanced oxidation and membrane filtration for removal of micropollutants of emerging concern
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Comparison of Photocatalytic and Photosensitized Oxidation of Paraben Aqueous Solutions Under Sunlight
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Effect of Cobalt on the Activity of CuO/CeO2 Catalyst for the Selective Oxidation of CO
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The oxidation of limonene at raised pressure and over the various titanium-silicate catalysts
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Selection of the UV irradiation conditions for accelerated edible oil oxidation procedure.
PublicationCelem badań było dobranie optymalnych warunków etapu naświetlania olejów roślinnych z zastosowaniem promieniowania ultrafioletowego. Dobrano powierzchnię naświetlania i grubość filmu oleju, a także odległość próbki oleju od źródła światła i moc promieniowania ultrafioletowego.Lotne produkty utleniania izolowano przy pomocy mikroekstrakcji do fazy stacjonarnej i rozdzielano z zastosowaniem chromatografii gazowej z detektorem płomieniowo-jonizacyjnym.