Search results for: structural analysis
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Application and modelling of Shape-Memory Alloys for structural vibration control: State-of-the-art review
PublicationOne of the most essential components of structural design for civil engineers is to build a system that is resistant to environmental conditions such as harsh chemical environments, and catastrophic disasters like earthquakes and hurricanes. Under these circumstances and disturbances, conventional building materials such as steel and concrete may demonstrate inadequate performance in the form of corrosion, deterioration, oxidizing,...
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A Review of Progress in Histone Deacetylase 6 inhibitors Research: Structural Specificity and Functional Diversity.
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Structural Characterization and in Vivo Evaluation of β-Hairpin Peptidomimetics as Specific CXCR4 Imaging Agents
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Influence of mechanochemical treatment on thermal and structural properties of silica–collagen and hydroxyapatite–collagen composites
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The role of the LB structural loop and its interactions with the PDZ domain of the human HtrA3 protease
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Structural analogues of reactive intermediates as inhibitors of glucosamine-6-phosphate synthase and phosphoglucose isomerase
PublicationCentra aktywne izomerazy fosfoglukozowej (PGI) oraz domeny izomerazowej (HPI) syntazy glukozamino-6-fosforanu (GlcN-6-P), wykazują podobieństwo ułożenia przestrzennego kluczowych reszt aminokwasowych, z wyjątkiem reszty Arg272 PGI i reszt Lys603 i Lys485 HPI. Dziesięć pochodnych D-heksitolo-6-P, kwasu 5-fosfoarabonowego i kwasu 6-fosfoglukonowego, strukturalnych analogów cis-enolaminy lub cis-enolanu, przypuszczalnych stanów przejściowych...
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Model angular distribution functions in CA3, CA4 and CA6 structural units of glassy systems
PublicationMetodą Monte Carlo wyliczono funkcje rozkładu kątów pomiędzykrawędziami w losowo deformowanych jednostkach strukturalnychCA_3, CA_4 i CA_6, gdzie C oznacza centralny kation,a A - wierzchołkowy anion. Uzyskane dane mogą być wykorzystanejako dane referencyjne do ilościowej oceny stopnia nieporządkuw materiałach symulowanych numerycznie, głównie szkłachtlenkowych. W pracy podano przykłady takiego zastosowania.
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Structural Studies of Thyroid Peroxidase Show the Monomer Interacting With Autoantibodies in Thyroid Autoimmune Disease
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Force-induced structural changes in non-sulfated carrageenan based oligosaccharides – a theoretical study
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Enforced conformational changes in the structural units of glycosaminoglycan (non-sulfated heparin-based oligosaccharides)
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Structural Disorder in High-Spin {CoII9WV6} (Core)-[Pyridine N-Oxides] (Shell) Architectures
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Lamb wave based structural damage detection using cointegration and fractal signal processing
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Characterization of Structural and Energetic Differences between Conformations of the SARS-CoV-2 Spike Protein
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Polymeric Bearings – A New Base Isolation System to Reduce Structural Damage during Earthquakes
PublicationBase isolators, like lead rubber bearings, high damping rubber bearings or friction pendulum systems are extensively used in practice in many seismically active regions to protect structures against earthquake forces. The present paper reports the results obtained from the experimental study aimed to determine the effectiveness of the Polymeric Bearings in suppressing structural vibrations during dynamic excitations and therefore...
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Structural and electrical properties of Sr(Ti,Fe)O3-δ materials for SOFC cathodes
PublicationW niniejszym artykule, dwa związki SrTiO3 domieszkowanego Fe przebadano pod względem przydatności na katody w tlenkowych ogniwach paliwowych. SrTi0.65Fe0.35O3 i SrTi0.5Fe0.5O3 zostały przebadane pod względem reaktywności chemicznej z elektrolitem YSZ. Stwierdzono, że przewodnictwo elektryczne tych związków jest stosunkowo niskie: 0,4 S/cm i 2 S/cm odpowiednio dla STF35 i STF50.
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An application of neural network for Structural Health Monitoring of an adaptive wing with an array of FBG sensors
PublicationW pracy przedstwiono możliwości zastoswania sieci czujników FBG i sztucznych sieci neuronowych do detekcji uszkodzeń w poszyciu adaptacyjnego skrzydła.
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Structural, physico-chemical and antioxidant characteristics of 2,2′-bipyridyl(iminodiacetato)oxidovanadium(IV) dihydrate
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A Comparison between MD and EXAFS extracted Structural Data for TernaryRbBr(1-x)Ix.
PublicationStrukturę trójskładnikowych soli poddano analizie za pomocą metody EXAFS i symulacji M-D. Przedyskutowano przydatność używanego w symulacjach potencjału oddziaływań międzyatomowych.
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Structural insights, biocatalytic characteristics, and application prospects of lignin-modifying enzymes for sustainable biotechnology
PublicationLignin modifying enzymes (LMEs) have gained widespread recognition in depolymerization of lignin polymers by oxidative cleavage. LMEs are a robust class of biocatalysts that include lignin peroxidase (LiP), manganese peroxidase (MnP), versatile peroxidase (VP), laccase (LAC), and dye-decolorizing peroxidase (DyP). Members of the LMEs family act on phenolic, non-phenolic substrates and have been widely researched for valorization...
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Structural, functional, and stability change predictions in human telomerase upon specific point mutations,
PublicationOverexpression of telomerase is one of the hallmarks of human cancer. Telomerase is important for maintaining the integrity of the ends of chromosomes, which are called telomeres. A growing number of human disease syndromes are associated with organ failure caused by mutations in telomerase (hTERT or hTR). Mutations in telomerase lead to telomere shortening by decreasing the stability of the telomerase complex, reducing its accumulation,...
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Temperature and potential-dependent structural changes in Pt cathode electrocatalyst viewed by in situ XAFS
PublicationW pracy przedstawiono wyniki badań widm absorpcji promieniowania rentgenowskiego nano-platyny używanej jako katalizator w katodach polimerowych ogniw paliwowych (PEM FC). Badania XAFS realizowane były w warunkach pracy ogniwa paliwowego. Wysokiej jakości widma, uzyskane za pomocą specjalnie przygotowanej do pomiarów XAFS in situ komórki FC, umożliwiły przeprowadzenie zaawansowanej analizy obrazującej zmiany w lokalnej strukturze...
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Organic solvents aggregating and shaping structural folding of protein, a case study of the protease enzyme
PublicationLow solubility of reactants or products in aqueous solutions can result in the enzymatic catalytic reactions that can occur in non-aqueous solutions. In current study we investigated aqueous solutions containing different organic solvents / deep eutectic solvents (DESs) that can influence the protease enzyme's activity, structural, and thermal stabilities. Retroviral aspartic protease enzyme is responsible for the cleavage of the...
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An adaptive-noise Augmented Kalman Filter approach for input-state estimation in structural dynamics
PublicationThe establishment of a Digital Twin of an operating engineered system can increase the potency of Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) tools, which are then bestowed with enhanced predictive capabilities. This is particularly relevant for wind energy infrastructures, where the definition of remaining useful life is a main driver for assessing the efficacy of these systems. In order to ensure a proper representation of the physical...
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Edgewise Compressive Behavior of Composite Structural Insulated Panels with Magnesium Oxide Board Facings
PublicationEdgewise compression response of a composite structural insulated panel (CSIP) with magnesium oxide board facings was investigated. The discussed CSIP is a novel multifunctional sandwich panel introduced to the housing industry as a part of the wall, floor, and roof assemblies. The study aims to propose a computational tool for reliable prediction of failure modes of CSIPs subjected to concentric and eccentric axial loads. An advanced...
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Structural and Thermo-Mechanical Properties of Poly(ε-caprolactone) Modified by Various Peroxide Initiators
PublicationThe modification of poly(ε-caprolactone) (PCL) was successfully conducted during reactive processing in the presence of dicumyl peroxide (DCP) or di-(2-tert-butyl-peroxyisopropyl)-benzene (BIB). The peroxide initiators were applied in the various amounts of 0.5 or 1.0 pbw (part by weight) into the PCL matrix. The effects of the initiator type and its concentration on the structure and mechanical and thermal properties of PCL were...
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Crystal structures of aminotransferases Aro8 and Aro9 from Candida albicans and structural insights into their properties
PublicationAminotransferases catalyze reversibly the transamination reaction by a ping-pong bi-bi mechanism with pyridoxal 5′-phosphate (PLP) as a cofactor. Various aminotransferases acting on a range of substrates have been reported. Aromatic transaminases are able to catalyze the transamination reaction with both aromatic and acidic substrates. Two aminotransferases from C. albicans, Aro8p and Aro9p, have been identified recently, exhibiting...
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Structural response of existing spatial truss roof construction based on Cosserat rod theory
PublicationPaper presents the application of the Cosserat rod theory and newly developed associated finite elements code as the tools that support in the expert-designing engineering practice. Mechanical principles of the 3D spatially curved rods, dynamics (statics) laws, principle of virtual work are discussed. Corresponding FEM approach with interpolation and accumulation techniques of state variables are shown that enable the formulation...
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Enzymatic cross-linking of β-lactoglobulin in solution and at air–water interface: Structural constraints
PublicationEffective and controlled use of cross-linking enzymes in structure engineering of food systems depends on characterization of the favorable conditions for enzyme-substrate complex and the limiting factors for the desired modification. In this respect, we analyzed the susceptibility of bovine β-lactoglobulin (BLG) to enzymatic cross-linking by Trichoderma reesei tyrosinase (TrTyr) and transglutaminase (TG). Changes in BLG molecular...
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Investigation on Damage-Involved Structural Response of Colliding Steel Structures during Ground Motions
PublicationEarthquakes are the most unpredictable damaging loads which can affect civil engineering structures. Due to insufficient separation distance between adjacent structures with different dynamic properties, structural collisions may occur during ground motions. Although the research on structural pounding has recently been much advanced, the studies have mainly been conducted for concrete structures. The aim of this paper is to show...
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Synthesis, structural and spectroscopic properties of asymmetric schiff bases derived from 2,3-diaminopyridine
PublicationTwo Schiff base derivatives, 4-(2-amino-3-pyridyliminomethyl)phenol (I) and 3-(2-amino-3- pyridyliminomethyl)nitrobenzene (II ), were synthesised and characterised by spectroscopy. The structure of I was determined by single crystal X-ray diffraction studies. The asymmetric Schiff base derived from 2,3-diaminopyridine selectively recognise transition and heavy metal cations, and some anion. Ligands I and II form stable complexes...
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Structural Modelling of Blackout Fabrics Patterned by Weave. Used as a Curtains in Interior Public Spaces
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Experimental tests of reinforced concrete deep-beams
PublicationThe paper presents results of experimental research of the reinforced concrete deep beam with a spatial arrangement. Tested structural elements consist of the cantilever deep beam loaded on the height and transverse deep beam with hanging on it another one. The analysis includes crack morphology, effort of steel and load distribution. The article verified effectiveness of two different kind of reinforcement in both tested deep...
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O modelowaniu numerycznym dźwigarów zespolonych
PublicationThe paper is a general review of theoretical problems and corresponding numerical procedures actually available in commercial engineering software. Several possibilities of numerical simulation for composite girders are presented. Effectivity of meshing is showed on the simple example. Finally several examples of structural numeric models for real bridges are included. In the author's opinion, presented available procedures for...
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Analysis of the chemical composition of MnO-B2O3 glass
Open Research DataStructural and thermal properties of xMnO−(100−x)B2O3 (where x = 40, 50 and 60 mol%) glass samples have been investigated with the employment of various techniques. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy results revealed the influence of MnO on glass matrix. Decrease of B–O bond-related band intensities has been observed. MnO addition was found to...
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Formation and Growth of the Crack in Bonded Joints Under Mode I Fracture: Substrate Deflection at Crack Vicinity
PublicationAdhesive bonding is now commonly used in aircraft, cars, boats, etc. In these applications, thin panels are often bonded. In such thin structures, heterogeneous mechanical loading along the bondline edge (or potential crack front), is likely to arise due to 3D structural effects. The crack front and its vicinity is a special region, in that it is where structural properties of the adherend material meet those of the adhesive (discontinuity)....
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Probabilistic sensitivity of limit states of structures : The Monte Carlo simulation
PublicationThe main issue of the paper is the probabilistic sensitivity of the limit states of structures with respect to selected input design variables. Attempt to the problem is done by the dedicated Monte Carlo simulation procedure. Basic design variables are random variables of given probability distributions, presented in the form of random numbers. Uni-parametrical increment of the dominant basic variable (basic variables) is done,...
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Photoresponsive, amide-based derivative of embonic acid for anion recognition
PublicationThe synthesis and ion-binding properties of amide-based derivative of embonic acid andp-aminoazobenzenewere described. The new compound was characterized by X-ray structural analysis and spectroscopic methods.Ligand interacts in acetonitrile with Y-shaped anions (benzoates and acetates) and dihydrogen phosphatesforming complexes of 1:1 stoichiometry. In more polar DMSO the complexes stoichiometry changes to 2:1(L:anion). Light-inducedtranstocisisomerization...
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Influence of steel brackets supporting crane runway girders structure on the stress distribution in the brackets
PublicationThe paper presents a numerical analysis of steel brackets supporting a double-span crane runway girders. The purpose of the study was to assess the new structural solution based on the stress distribution in the brackets. In order to simplify the connection, the bottom flange of the crane runway girder is based directly on the upper flange of the bracket. As a result, the support reaction is no longer applied in the plane of the...
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Seismic Response Analysis of Knee-Braced Steel Frames Using Ni-Ti Shape Memory Alloys (SMAs)
PublicationShape Memory Alloys (SMAs) are known as active materials that can be widely used for structural purposes due to their flag-shape behavior under loading and reloading. Their unique characteristics provided a potential solution for civil engi-neers especially to model buildings with the capability of dissipating seismic en-ergy. In this study, the main purpose is to explore the seismic behavior of Knee-Braced Frames (KBFs) and...
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Active Site Architecture and Reaction Mechanism Determination of Cold Adapted beta-D-galactosidase from Arthrobacter sp. 32cB
PublicationArthbetaDG is a dimeric, cold-adapted beta-D-galactosidase that exhibits high hydrolytic and transglycosylation activity. A series of crystal structures of its wild form, as well as its ArthbetaDG_E441Q mutein complexes with ligands were obtained in order to describe the mode of its action. The ArthbetaDG_E441Q mutein is an inactive form of the enzyme designed to enable observation of enzyme interaction with its substrate. The...
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Reasons behind changes in the share of labour in national income in the Polish economy: Selected aspects
PublicationAim/purpose – The aim of this paper is to examine the impact of structural changes taking place in the Polish economy on the share of labour in national income. Design/methodology/approach – The scope of this study includes a review of the literature dedicated to the issue and an empirical analysis of data available on this topic. The study uses elements of descriptive statistics and the method of induction. Findings – The conducted...
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Pounding Between Superstructure Segments in Multi-Supported Elevated Bridge with Three-Span Continuous Deck Under 3D Non-Uniform Earthquake Excitation
PublicationReports after severe ground motions show that the earthquake-induced structural pounding may lead to significant damage in elevated bridges. The aim of this paper is to analyse pounding between superstructure segments of a highway elevated bridge with three-span continuous deck under 3D non-uniform earthquake excitation, which is induced by spatial seismic effects related to the propagation of seismic wave. The conditional stochastic...
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Arch bridges under test loadings
PublicationThis paper illustrates experience in arch bridges test loadings of the research team of Department of Structural Mechanics and Bridge Structures from the Gdansk University of Technology. The presented calculations results constist the analysis of spatial construction schemes made using the finite elements method (FEM) and its comparison to the field studies. Arch bridges with the longest spans, visualisation of the computational...
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Marta Kuc-Czarnecka dr
PeopleMarta Kuc-Czarnecka is the deputy head of the Department of Statistics and Economics at the Faculty of Management and Economics of the Gdańsk University of Technology. She also serves as the Dean's proxy for AMBA accreditation. She is a co-founder of Rethinking Economics Gdańsk and a member of the Foundation Edward Lipiński for the promotion of pluralism in economic sciences. In 2018-2022, she was Eurofound’s quality of life and...
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The Effect of C45 Carbon Black-Phosphomolybdic Acid Nanocomposite on Hydrogenation and Corrosion Resistance of La2Ni9Co Hydrogen Storage Alloy
PublicationIn this paper, we analysed the influence of corrosion processes and the addition of a carbon black-heteropoly phosphomolybdic acid (C45-MPA) nanocomposite on the operating parameters of a hydride electrode obtained on the basis of the intermetallic compound La2Ni9Co. The electrochemical properties of negative electrodes for NiMH batteries were studied using galvanostatic charge/discharge curves, the potentiostatic method, and electrochemical...
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Improvement of Performance Level of Steel Moment-Resisting Frames Using Tuned Mass Damper System
PublicationIn this paper, parameters of the tuned mass dampers are optimized to improve the performance level of steel structures during earthquakes. In this regard, a six-story steel frame is modeled using a concentrated plasticity method. Then, the optimum parameters of the Tuned Mass Damper (TMD) are determined by minimizing the maximum drift ratio of the stories. The performance level of the structure is also forced to be located in a...
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Numerical assessment of ultimate strength of severe corroded stiffened plates
PublicationThe objective of this work is to investigate numerically (using the non-linear FEM and the approach stipulated by the Common Structural Rules) the severe nonuniform corrosion degradation effect on the ultimate strength of stiffened plates and compare the results to the already published experimental works. Different factors governing structural behavior of corroded stiffened plates are investigated, such as corrosion degradation level,...
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Methodology of Constructing and Analyzing the Hierarchical Contextually-Oriented Corpora
PublicationMethodology of Constructing and Analyzing the Hierarchical structure of the Contextually-Oriented Corpora was developed. The methodology contains the following steps: Contextual Component of the Corpora’s Structure Building; Text Analysis of the Contextually-Oriented Hierarchical Corpus. Main contribution of this study is the following: hierarchical structure of the Corpus provides advanced possibilities for identification of the...
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The Use of Photographs in the Teaching/Learning of Descriptive Geometry
PublicationThe article presents the concept of enriching the Descriptive Geometry course with photographs and several simplified real-life engineering tasks. The photographic images used for the exercises are tightly linked to engineering structures, the given specialization and the surrounding world. The photo image as a record of central projection of a real space can be useful for presentation and analysis of the properties of perspective....
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STAN AWARYJNY TRYBUNY STADIONU W ZIELONEJ GÓRZE WYWOŁANY SYNCHRONICZNYM TAŃCEM KIBICÓW
PublicationW artykule przedstawiono badania i naprawy trybuny stadionu żużlowego w Zielonej Górze narażonej na nadmierne drgania podczas synchronicznego tańca kibiców zwanego „Labado”. W trakcie prac wykonano dwa etapy wzmocnień: za pomocą dodatkowych słupków (zalecenie zespołu z Uniwersytetu Zielonogórskiego) oraz wzmocnienie dodatkowymi stężeniami całej konstrukcji zadaszenia trybuny. W artykule przedstawiono wyniki badań pomiarowych in...