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Conventional and advanced bending strength analysis of common and castellated, homogeneous and hybrid I-beams
PublicationAnaliza wytrzymałości na zginanie belek dwuteowych
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Insights into baby disposable diapers sustainable application
PublicationThe sustainable use of baby disposable diapers is one of the issues currently being discussed to reduce the undesirable impact on the environment and improve the public's understanding of the proper use of diapers. This issue is a step toward promoting a cleaner, greener, and waste-less environment. In this article, the authors discuss options for a viable future for both people and the planet. We believe that it inspire others...
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Niezgodność przekonań i działań menedżerów wobec pracowników w wieku 55+
PublicationArtykuł dotyczy problematyki postaw i działań menadżerów wobec pracowników w wieku 55+. W literaturze dotyczącej zarządzania wiekiem przytaczane są wyniki badań na temat cech charakteryzujących starszych pracowników. Porównuje się je czasami z cechami przypisywanymi pracownikom młodym. Cel prezentowanych w artykule badań sformułowany został nieco inaczej i dotyczył zweryfikowania zbieżności zalet przypisywanych starszym pracownikom...
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Modelling and computer animation of geodetic field work
Publication3D modelling of objects is a way of obtaining information, while the visualization of geospatial data is becoming a production task in the scope of surveying. Visualization of geospatial data provides effective tools for analysis information about the land surface, land cover, its features, properties etc. Computer animations, both 2D images and 3D are becoming additional, expected and clear form for presentation results of geodetic...
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The spatial planning of industrial areas in an urbanized area for cargo, in the development of inland waterway transport
PublicationSpatial planning, taking into account the configuration of the surface, i.e. its shape (relief) and the presence and mutual location of objects and points of characteristic water ports, is a derivative of several natural, economic, market, technical, social and political factors. It depends on the destination port, the planned structure of trade in cargo, the forecasted traffic of ships, passageways, the technology of reloading...
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What matters most to patients? On the Core Determinants of Patient Experience from Free Text Feedback
PublicationFree-text feedback from patients is increasingly used for improving the quality of healthcare services and systems. A major reason for the growing interest in harnessing free-text feedback is the belief that it provides richer information about what patients want and care about. The use of computational approaches such as structural topic modelling for analysing large unstructured textual data such as free-text feedback from patients...
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Awaria wsporników w konstrukcji stropu hali przemysłowej
PublicationW artykule opisano stan awaryjny konstrukcji wsporczej żelbetowego stropu w hali przemysłowej. Zarysowaniu uległy wsporniki belek gerberowskich w miejscach dylatacji budynku. Przeprowadzone badania stanu istniejącego, wytrzymałości betonu i analiza wytężenia zarysowanych elementów pozwoliły określić przyczyny uszkodzeń. Ustalono też stopień zagrożenia bezpieczeństwa konstrukcji a w miejscach szczególnie osłabionych podano sposób...
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Understanding the formation of metastable furan dication in collisions with ions
PublicationThis work relies on complementary theoretical and experimental studies of the processes induced by ion-furan collisions. Results of the Molecular Dynamics simulations and exploration of the energy profiles combined with coincidence mass spectrometry provide complete picture of the fragmentation of furan dication.
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An Adaptive Network Model for a Double Bias Perspective on Learning from Mistakes within Organizations
PublicationAlthough making mistakes is a crucial part of learning, it is still often being avoided in companies as it is considered as a shameful incident. This goes hand in hand with a mindset of a boss who dominantly believes that mistakes usually have negative consequences and therefore avoids them by only accepting simple tasks. Thus, there is no mechanism to learn from mistakes. Employees working for and being influenced by such a boss...
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Contribution to the capacity analysis of the classic composite girder of Möller
PublicationThe analysis (brief history, experiments, numerical method) of the classic composite girder of Moller has been presented.
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Opinia techniczna dotycząca określenia możliwości dalszej bezpiecznej eksploatacji stropu pod łazienką w lokalu nr 2 w oficynie budynku przy ul. Ogarnej 26 w Gdańsku
PublicationSposób wzmocnienia skorodowanych drewnianych belek stropowych w budynku mieszkalnym z początku XX w.
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Propagation of elestic waves in beams including damping effects.
PublicationW pracy przedstawiono wyniki analizy propagacji fali sprężystej w belce z tłumieniem wiskotycznym.
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Wave propagation in delaminated beam
PublicationW pracy przedstawiono model oraz wyniki analizy propagacji fali sprezystejw belce z delaminacją.
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UK travel agents’ evaluation of eLearning courses offered by destinations: an exploratory study.
PublicationThis study aims to develop an understanding of the use of e-learning courses created for travel agents by Destination Management Organizations (DMOs). It explores agents’ perceptions of such courses. The research examines the views of 304 UK-based travel agents using online survey and investigates whether age, sex, type of agency, work experience, and educational level have influence on e-learning uptake. The satisfaction of travel...
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Short review on the design and application of fractionl delay Hilbert transform filter using Farrow structure
PublicationThis paper is treated as a brief summary of our hitherto research on the design and utilization of the FDHTF, particularly in the sub-samole delay estimator.
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Flexural shera wave propagation in cracked composite beam.
PublicationW pracy przedstawiono model i wyniki analizy wpływu peknięcia na propagacje fali gietno-scinajacej w belce kompozytowej.
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Zastosowanie naziemnego skaningu laserowego i przetwarzanie danych : Elementy żelbetowe
PublicationMonografia prezentuje wyniki badań nad wykorzystaniem naziemnego skaningu laserowego w pomiarach belek żelbetowych poddawanych niszczeniu. Publikacja składa się z 6 rozdziałów: Rozdział I: Wstęp do zagadnienia. Rozdział II: Zginane belki żelbetowe i mechanizm ich niszczenia. Rozdział III: Technologia naziemnego skaningu laserowego. Rozdział IV: Badania nad naziemnym skaningiem laserowym przy niszczeniu belek żelbetowych. Rozdział...
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The spectral finite element model for analysis of flexural-shear coupled wave propagation. Part 2, Delaminated multilayer composite beam
PublicationW pracy przedstawiono, wykorzystując metodę elementów spektralnych, analizę wpływu delaminacji na propagację fali giętno-ścinającej w belce kompozytowej.
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The energy approach to fatigue crack growth of S355 steel welded specimens subjected to bending
PublicationThe study presents the results of the research on the rate of fatigue crack growth subjected to bending in the ferritic-pearlitic structure. The studies were carried out at a constant amplitude of the moment and at various values of the load ratios R and at the operating frequency of the machine of 28.4 Hz. Flat specimens made of S355 steel and with fillet welds and with double-sided blunt external notches as well as concave...
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Poczucie samoskuteczności a nadmierne zaangażowanie w działaniach przedsiębiorców: Model teoretyczny
PublicationArtykuł przedstawia model teoretyczny wyjaśniający wpływ poczucia samoskuteczności na eskalację zaangażowania wśród przedsiębiorców. Autorzy postulują, że rozbieżność pomiędzy poziomem przekonań dotyczących własnej skuteczności a faktyczną skutecznością tworzy lukę skuteczności. Początkujący przedsiębiorcy w związku z ich niewielkim doświadczniem są szczególnie narażeni na ryzyko eskalacji zaangażowania, gdyż cechują się ograniczonymi...
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Experimental an numerical investigation of wave propagation in composite beam with an additional mass
PublicationW pracy przedstawiono wyniki badań eksperymentalnych i symulacji numerycznych ilustrujace wpływ dodatkowej masy na propagacje fali Lamba w belce kompozytowej.
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Modelling and static analysis of thin-walled structures, problems and applications
PublicationW pracy przedstawiono pewne problemy związane z modelowaniem i analizą statyczną konstrukcji cienkościennych: belek, ram i rusztów zbudowanych z elementów o bisymetrycznym przekroju poprzecznym. Zachowanie elementów opisano za pomocą klasycznej teorii prętów cienkościennych o przekroju nieodkształcalnym. Uwzględniono tym samym efekty bimomentowe od skręcania belek. Niestyty brakuje koniecznych do przeprowadzenia analizy styacznej...
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E-cohousing
PublicationCohousing, one of the attempts to create housing community, has been successfully practised for many years in many countries. Cohousing creates social bonds. It's a self-creating movement in which everything relies on the community engaged. Oriented ecological cohousing (e-cohousing) teaches responsibility for oneself, the others and the environment.
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Analysis of strain localization in reinforced concrete elements with explicit second-gradient strain damage approach
PublicationArtykuł omawia obliczanie elementów żelbetowych przy zastosowaniu modelu zniszczeniowego z degradacją sztywności z uwzględnieniem lokalizacji odkształceń. Obliczenia wykonano dla belek żelbetowych.
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The Review of the Selected Challenges for an Incorporation of Daylight Assessment Methods into Urban Planning in Poland
PublicationThe main objectives of this research it to find out if modern daylight assessment and design methods can be useful for urban residential planning in Poland. The study gives a chance to describe and appraise modern daylight design techniques. The other purpose is to illustrate how daylight knowledge could be used as an incentive to rethink the way urban environments are created. Although daylight design is acknowledged in literature...
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Slowly-closing valve behaviour during steam machine accelerated start-up
PublicationThe paper discusses the state of stress in a slowly-closing valve during accelerated start-up of a steam turbine. The valve is one of the first components affected by high temperature gradients and is a key element on which the power, efficiency and safety of the steam system depend. The authors calibrated the valve model based on experimental data and then performed extended Thermal-FSI analyses relative to experiment. The issue...
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Sensitivity analysis of beams and frames made of thin-walled members
PublicationMonografia dotyczy analizy wrażliwości w problemach statyki układów zbudowanych z prętów cienkościennych. Przedstawiono w niej nowe podejście do modelowania belek i ram z różnego rodzaju stężeniami ograniczającymi spaczenie przekroju poprzecznego, w przypadku skręcenia. Wprowadzono pojęcie superelementu belkowego i węzłowego. Przeprowadzono analizę statyczną belek i ram poddanych skręceniu lub skręceniu ze zginaniem, wzmocnionych...
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Badania poligonowe eksploatowanych sprężonych prefabrykatów mostowych typu BSK.
PublicationProblemy z obiektami zbudowanymi z belek strunobetonowych typu korytkowego (BSK) stały się dokuczliwe już po kilkunastu latach ich eksploatacji, co w rezultacie doprowadziło do zakazu ich użytkowania. Szereg konstrukcji uległo degradacji, uniemożliwiającej niejednokrotnie bezpieczną eksploatację. Przedstawiono niektóre wyniki poligonowych badań belek strunobetonowych typu BSK. Badania pozwoliły na ocenę ich wartości użytkowej,...
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Stock Markets’ Reactions to the Announcement of the Hosts. An Event Study in the Analysis of Large Sporting Events in the Years 1976–2032
PublicationThis study attempts to estimate the impact of the announcements of hosts of large sporting events on domestic stock markets. The research problem is to establish a connection between the uniqueness of a sporting event and investors’ beliefs through stock price behavior. Using appropriate estimation windows, 13 different sporting events classified as large, including mega and major events, were tested. The obtained results show...
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Teledetekcyjne badanie konstrukcyjnych elementów żelbetowych z użyciem naziemnego skaningu laserowego
PublicationWspółczesna technologia naziemnego skaningu laserowego (TLS) z użyciem skanerów geodezyjnych o zasięgu większym niż 50 metrów pozwala na pomiar geometrii elementów konstrukcyjnych z dokładnością bliską 1 mm. Autorzy, w oparciu o badania laboratoryjne i doświadczenia własne, prezentują rozwiązanie pozwalające na wstępną ocenę belek żelbetowych jako podstawowych elementów konstrukcyjnych budowli typu mosty, wiadukty, budynki wielkopowierzchniowe. Przedmiotem...
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GENERAL DYNAMIC PROJECTING OF MAXWELL EQUATIONS
PublicationA complete – system of Maxwell equations is splitting into independent subsystems by means of a special dynamic projecting technique. The technique relies upon a direct link between field components that determine correspondent subspaces. The explicit form of links and corresponding subspace evolution equations are obtained in conditions of certain symmetry, it is illustrated by examples of spherical and quasi-one-dimensional waves.
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Third sector characteristics and importance
PublicationThis article aims to present a brief overview of existing definitions and specific characteristics of the third sector. It also highlights the basic functions of NGOs as an important institutional and organizational actor in the global political and economic landscape.
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Rewaloryzacja balkonów z początku xx wieku
PublicationArtykuł dotyczy prac budowlanych i projektowych związanych z rewaloryzacją balkonów budynku Chemii ''a'' Politechniki Gdańskiej. Jeden z balkonów na skutek korozji stalowych belek uległ awarii.
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Anomaly Detection in Railway Sensor Data Environments: State-of-the-Art Methods and Empirical Performance Evaluation
PublicationTo date, significant progress has been made in the field of railway anomaly detection using technologies such as real-time data analytics, the Internet of Things, and machine learning. As technology continues to evolve, the ability to detect and respond to anomalies in railway systems is once again in the spotlight. However, railway anomaly detection faces challenges related to the vast infrastructure, dynamic conditions, aging...
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seafloor characterisation combined approach using multibeam sonar echo signal processing and image analysis
PublicationThe authors propose the approach to seafloor characterisation which relies on the combined, concurrent use of two different techniques: (i) multibeam sonar image analysis and (ii) multibeam seabed echoes processing. The first technique is based on constructing the grey-level sonar images of the seabed extracted from the echoes received in the consecutive soundings. Then, the set of parameters describing the local region of sonar...
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Greencoin: prototype of a mobile application facilitating and evidencing pro-environmental behavior of citizens
PublicationAmong many global challenges, climate change is one of the biggest challenges of our times. While it is one of the most devastating problems humanity has ever faced, one question naturally arises: can individuals make a difference? We believe that everyone can contribute and make a difference to the community and lives of others. However, there is still a lack of effective strategies to promote and facilitate pro-environmental...
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Superstitions and customs in construction - a contribution to the discussion on the disappearance of this tradition
PublicationConstruction is one of the most important, but also the most extensive areas of the economy. That is why we encounter superstitions and customs related to this discipline of the economy quite often:we blew and repeat them, not even knowing what their origin is and what according to old beliefs resulted in their lack of application. This situation applies in practice to all buildings, including residential buildings implemented...
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Elementy częściowo sprężone cięgnami bez przyczepności
PublicationArtykuł dotyczy badań belek częściowo sprężonych. Zaprezentowano program badań - geometrię elementów, sposób obciążenia, materiały, parametry zmienne. Przedstawiono wstępne wyniki badań elementów sprężanych cięgnami bez przyczepności.
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New technologies using Trace Metals of Concern
PublicationThis chapter discusses the occurrence, material flows, technical applications of and pollution by platinum, palladium, thallium, rare earth elements, gold , silver, and antimony, all of which are essential for global economic growth. Modern technology relies on theses chemicals for the production of various industrial goods. however, their use releases pollutants into the environment, thus posing a threat to human health.
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Proposal of New Tracer Concentration Model in Lung PCT Study Comparison with Commonly Used Gamma-variate Model
PublicationPerfusion computed tomography (pCT) is one of the methods that enable non-invasive imaging of the hemodynamics of organs and tissues. On the basis of pCT measurements, perfusion parameters such as blood flow (BF), blood volume (BV), mean transit time (MTT) and permeability surface (PS) are calculated and then used for quantitative evaluation of the tissue condition. To calculate perfusion parameters it is necessary to approximate...
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Wyzwania współpracy z robotem jako członkiem zespołu
Publication– Cel: Ocena, jakie są przekonania dotyczące współpracy z robotami w zespole, jakie są obawy i oczekiwania związane z „zatrudnianiem” robotów. – Metodyka badań: Badania ilościowe zrealizowane z zastosowaniem kwestionariusza ankiety w grupie 593 specjalistów IT. – Wyniki badań: Roboty nadal traktowane są głównie jako narzędzia, nie jako podmioty uczestniczące w pracy zespołu. Przekonanie, że obecność robota w zespole nie wyeliminuje...
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Multidisciplinary approach to the assessment of historic structures based on the case of a masonry bridge in Galicia (Spain)
PublicationThe paper presents a general method to evaluate a masonry structure with a complex geometry and unknown material properties. This multidisciplinary approach integrates close range digital photogrammetry,ground probing radar (GPR) and finite elements analysis (FEM) to analyse a masonry bridge. The resulting information from photogrammetry and radar is applied to define a 3D model, which is then used to simulate the behaviour of...
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Low-Cost and Highly-Accurate Behavioral Modeling of Antenna Structures by Means of Knowledge-Based Domain-Constrained Deep Learning Surrogates
PublicationThe awareness and practical benefits of behavioral modeling methods have been steadily growing in the antenna engineering community over the last decade or so. Undoubtedly, the most important advantage thereof is a possibility of a dramatic reduction of computational expenses associated with computer-aided design procedures, especially those relying on full-wave electromagnetic (EM) simulations. In particular, the employment of...
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Computationally Efficient Surrogate-Assisted Design of Pyramidal-Shaped 3D Reflectarray Antennas
PublicationReflectarrays (RAs) have been attracting considerable interest in the recent years due to their appealing features, in particular, a possibility of realizing pencil-beam radiation patterns, as in the phased arrays, but without the necessity of incorporating the feeding networks. These characteristics make them attractive solutions, among others, for satellite communications or mobile radar antennas. Notwithstanding, available microstrip...
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Reliable computationally-efficient behavioral modeling of microwave passives using deep learning surrogates in confined domains
PublicationThe importance of surrogate modeling techniques has been steadily growing over the recent years in high-frequency electronics, including microwave engineering. Fast metamodels are employed to speedup design processes, especially those conducted at the level of full-wave electromagnetic (EM) simulations. The surrogates enable massive system evaluations at nearly EM accuracy and negligible costs, which is invaluable in parameter...
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Accurate Modeling of Antenna Structures by Means of Domain Confinement and Pyramidal Deep Neural Networks
PublicationThe importance of surrogate modeling techniques has been gradually increasing in the design of antenna structures over the recent years. Perhaps the most important reason is a high cost of full-wave electromagnetic (EM) analysis of antenna systems. Although imperative in ensuring evaluation reliability, it entails considerable computational expenses. These are especially pronounced when carrying out EM-driven design tasks such...
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Accurate Modeling of Frequency Selective Surfaces Using Fully-Connected Regression Model with Automated Architecture Determination and Parameter Selection Based on Bayesian Optimization
PublicationSurrogate modeling has become an important tool in the design of high-frequency structures. Although full-wave electromagnetic (EM) simulation tools provide an accurate account for the circuit characteristics and performance, they entail considerable computational expenditures. Replacing EM analysis by fast surrogates provides a way to accelerate the design procedures. Unfortunately, modeling of microwave passives is a challenging...
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Rapid Design of 3D Reflectarray Antennas by Inverse Surrogate Modeling and Regularization
PublicationReflectarrays (RAs) exhibit important advantages over conventional antenna arrays, especially in terms of realizing pencil-beam patterns without the employment of the feeding networks. Unfortunately, microstrip RA implementations feature narrow bandwidths, and are severely affected by losses. A considerably improved performance can be achieved for RAs involving grounded dielectric layers, which are also easy to manufacture using...
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Ontologically Aided Rule Model for the Implementation of ITIL Processes
PublicationThe implementation of ITIL processes in IT organizations can be seen as a set of interdependent projects. The sequence of the ITIL implementation relies on such parameters as scope, depth, the capability of processes and the maturity of the organization. These factors can form common patterns of ITIL implementation that might be expressed as rules. Also-to semantically reinforce such a model in its predictiveness and replicativeness-the...
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Detection of delamination in multi layer composite beams.
PublicationW pracy przedstawiono model belki kompozytowej z delaminacją. Omówiono czynniki propagacji fali sprężystej w belce i możliwości wykorzystania zmian w propagującej fali wywołanych delaminacją do jej detekcji.