Search results for: polyacrylamide hydrogels
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Molecular hydrogen solvated in water – A computational study
PublicationThe aqueous hydrogen molecule is studied with molecular dynamics simulations at ambient temperature and pressure conditions, using a newly developed flexible and polarizable H2 molecule model. The design and implementation of this model, compatible with an existing flexible and polarizable force field for water, is presented in detail. The structure of the hydration layer suggests that first-shell water molecules accommodate the...
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Hydrogen degradation of pre-oxidized zirconium alloys
PublicationThe presence of the oxide layers on Zr alloys may retard or enhance the hydrogen entry and material degradation, depending on the layer features. This research has been aimed to determine the effects of pre-oxidation of the Zircaloy-2 alloy at a different temperature on hydrogen degradation. The specimens were oxidised in laboratory air at 350°C, 700°C, and 900°C. After, some samples were tensed at 10-5 strain rate and simultaneously...
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Graphene hydrogels with embedded metal nanopatricles as efficient catalysts in 4-nitrophenol reduction and methylene blue decolorization
PublicationSynthesis and characterization of the graphene hydrogels with three different metallic nanoparticles, that is Au, Ag and Cu, respectively is presented. Synthesized in a one-pot approach graphene hydrogels with embedded metallic nanoparticles were tested as heterogeneous catalysts in a model reaction of 4-nitrophenol reduction. The highest activity was obtained for graphene hydrogel with Cu NPs and additional reaction of methylene...
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Influence of rhamnolipids and ionic cross-linking conditions on the mechanical properties of alginate hydrogels as a model bacterial biofilm
PublicationThe literature indicates the existence of a relationship between rhamnolipids and bacterial biofilm, as well as the ability of selected bacteria to produce rhamnolipids and alginate. However, the influence of biosurfactant molecules on the mechanical properties of biofilms are still not fully understood. The aim of this research is to determine the effect of rhamnolipids concentration, CaCl2 concentration, and ionic cross-linking...
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Mechanical, Structural and Diffusion Studies of Hydrogel Polyurethane Nanocomposites Containing Modified Montmorillonite
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Mechanical, structural and diffusion studies of hydrogel polyurethane nanocomposites containing modified montmorillonite
PublicationW pracy zaprezentowano wyniki badań hydrożeli poliuretanowych zawierających poli(tlenek etylenu) oraz montmorylonit. Otrzymane układy scharakteryzowano z użyciem technik XRD, DMA, badań mechanicznych oraz wyznaczono chłonność wody i parametry dyfuzji.
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Analysis of the Degradation Process of Alginate-Based Hydrogels in Artificial Urine for Use as a Bioresorbable Material in the Treatment of Urethral Injuries
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Development and Evaluation of Thermosensitive Hydrogels with Binary Mixture of Scutellariae baicalensis radix Extract and Chitosan for Periodontal Diseases Treatment
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Development and evaluation of thermosensitive hydrogels with binary mixture of Scutellariae baicalensis radix extract and chitosan for periodontal diseases treatment.
PublicationScutellaria baicalensis root displays anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties due to the presence of flavonoids, particularly baicalin, baicalein, and wogonin. Our work aimed at developing thermosensitive hydrogels containing a binary mixture of S. baicalensis radix lyophilized extract and chitosan as a novel approach for periodontal diseases treatment....
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Hydrogen activated axial inter-conversion in SiC nanowires
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The role of hydrogen in microwave plasma valorization of producer gas
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Hydrogen degradation of high-strength weldable steels in seawater
PublicationOceniono podatność na niszczenie wodorowe stali spawalnych o wysokiej wytrzymałości przy obciążeniach monotonicznie rosnących. Badano dwa gatunki stali ulepszonych cieplnie i ich złącza spawane. Przeprowadzono próby rozciągania z małą prędkością odkształcania w wodzie morskiej przy polaryzacji katodowej. Wykonano próby przenikania wodoru metodą Devanathana-Stachurskiego.
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Hydrogen delayed cracking of high-strength weldable steels
PublicationOceniano podatność na niszczenie wodorowe stali 14HNMBCu o wysokiej wytrzymałości i jej połączeń spawanych przy obciążeniu stałym w wodzie morskiej. Badania przeprowadzono w powietrzu, oraz w środowisku wody morskiej przy potencjale korozyjnym i przy polaryzacji katodowej. Obecność lub brak opóźnionych pęknięć próbek z karbem przyjęto za miarę odporności na niszczenie wodorowe przy stałym obciążeniu.
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Hydrogen degradation of high strength low alloyed steels.
PublicationBadano wpływ polaryzacji katodowej na własności stali węglowej, stali o podwyższonej i wysokiej wytrzymałości metodą stałego powolnego odkształcania.Stwierdzono, że stopień kruchości wodorowej każdej z badanych stali zależał od stężenia wodoru dyfuzyjnego.
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Hydrogen Storage in Geological Formations—The Potential of Salt Caverns
PublicationHydrogen-based technologies are among the most promising solutions to fulfill the ze- ro-emission scenario and ensure the energy independence of many countries. Hydrogen is considered a green energy carrier, which can be utilized in the energy, transport, and chemical sectors. However, efficient and safe large-scale hydrogen storage is still challenging. The most frequently used hydrogen storage solutions in industry, i.e., compression...
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Hydrogen production from biomass using dark fermentation
PublicationHydrogen applicability in the power, chemical and petrochemical industries is constantly growing. Efficientmethods of hydrogen generation from renewable sources, including waste products, are currently being de-veloped, even though hydrogen is mainly produced through steam reforming or thermal cracking of natural gasor petroleum fractions. In paper alternative methods of hydrogen production with a particular emphasis on darkfermentation...
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Hydrogen degradation of structural steels in technical hydrocarbon liquids
PublicationDla stali stopowych przeprowadzono badania absorpcji wodoru, mechaniczno-korozyjne przy stałej małej prędkości odkształcania, przy stałym obciążeniu i przy obciążeniu cyklicznie-zmiennym. Środowiskiem było paliwo kotłowe, przepracowany olej mineralny oraz gliceryna. Stwierdzono, iż pochłonięty wodór nie powoduje przedwczesnego zniszczenia stali poddanych działaniu stałego obciążenia ponizej granicy plastyczności oraz, że zaabsorbowany...
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Hydrogen Production via Biomethane Reforming in DBD Reactor
PublicationProduction of hydrogen from CH4:CO2 (70%:30%) mixture simulating dry biogas in a DBD reactor supplied with AC of 1.0-2.0 kHz or nanosecond negative pulses is presented. We have found that hydrogen production and methane conversion degree increase linearly with discharge power in the range of up to 50 W. Nanosecond voltage pulses are much more efficient in hydrogen production than sine AC voltage
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Correlation between partial inhibition of hydrogen evolution using thiourea and catalytic activity of AB5-type hydrogen storage alloy towards borohydride electrooxidation
PublicationDirect borohydride fuel cells (DBFCs) are devices which directly convert the chemical energy stored in the borohydride ion and oxidant into electrical energy as a result of redox reactions. Unfortunately, a significant amount of fuel is lost as a result of the undesirable hydrolysis reaction. The selection of an efficient borohydride hydrolysis inhibitor requires detailed knowledge regarding the interaction mechanism between the...
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In vivo anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic activities of cynaroside evaluated by using hydrogel formulations
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Formulation and evaluation of hydrogel containing dry extract of Tormentillae rhizoma designed for periodontal disease
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Determination of changes in viscosity of hydrogel depending on shear rate (1.1 to 55 s-1).
Open Research DataThe rheological characteristics of hydrogel were made on the basis of a viscosity measurement using a Brookfield viscometer, using LV SC4 - 25 spindle and shear rates from 1.1 to 55 s-1.
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Determination of changes in viscosity of hydrogel depending on shear rate (1.7 to 34 s-1).
Open Research DataThe rheological characteristics of hydrogel were made on the basis of a viscosity measurement using a Brookfield viscometer, using LV SC4 - 27 spindle and shear rates from 1.7 to 34 s-1.
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Determination of changes in viscosity of hydrogel depending on shear rate (6.6 to 330 s-1).
Open Research DataThe rheological characteristics of hydrogel were made on the basis of a viscosity measurement using a Brookfield viscometer, using LV SC4 - 18 spindle and shear rates from 6.6 to 330 s-1.
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Release systems based on self-assembling RADA16-I hydrogels with a signal sequence which improves wound healing processes
PublicationSelf-assembling peptides can be used for the regeneration of severely damaged skin. They can act as scaffolds for skin cells and as a reservoir of active compounds, to accelerate scarless wound healing. To overcome repeated administration of peptides which accelerate healing, we report development of three new peptide biomaterials based on the RADA16-I hydrogel functionalized with a sequence (AAPV) cleaved by human neutrophil elastase...
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Cold plasma treatment of tannic acid as a green technology for the fabrication of advanced cross-linkers for bioactive collagen/gelatin hydrogels
PublicationTannic acid (TA) is a natural compound studied as the cross-linker for biopolymers due to its ability to form hydrogen bonds. There are different methods to improve its reactivity and effectiveness to be used as a modifier for biopolymeric materials. This work employed plasma to modify tannic acid TA, which was then used as a cross-linker for fabricating collagen/gelatin scaffolds. Plasma treatment did not cause any significant...
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Raman data of deuterium and hydrogen grown boron-doped diamond
Open Research DataRaman spectra were recorded at room temperature using a micro-Raman spectrometer (Invia, Renishaw) equipped with an edge filter with different excitation wavelengths and lasers: UV λ = 325 nm (HeCd), blue λ = 488 nm (Ar+), green λ = 514 nm (Ar+), and IR λ = 785 nm (IR diode) and 50× microscope objective. To avoid sample heating, the radiation power...
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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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Electrochemical impedance studies of AB5 -type hydrogen storage alloy
PublicationDo wyznaczenia własności stopu AB5 wykorzystano elektrochemiczną spektroskopie impedancyjną. Badania impedancyjne wykonano podczas chronowoltamperometri cyklicznej oraz cykli ładowania i rozładowania elektrody. Interpretacja uzyskanych w trybie potencjostatycznym wyników pozwoliła na dalszą interpretacje wyników uzyskanych w trybie galwanostatycznym. Proponowana metodologia umożliwia śledzić parametry elektryczne badanego układu...
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Electrochemical impedance studies of AB5-type hydrogen storage alloy
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Montmorillonite as the catalyst in oxidation of limonene with hydrogen peroxide and in isomerization of limonene
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Different Modes of Hydrogen Peroxide Action During Seed Germination
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The quantum free energy barrier for hydrogen vacancy diffusion in Na3AlH6
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Is hydrogen capable of playing a central atom role in superhalogen anions?
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Hydrogen evolution on the reduced TiO2 under simulated solar lamp
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The overabundance of excited hydrogen atoms produced in the H2++ furan reaction
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Hydrogen degradation of high-strength weldable steels in sea-water.
PublicationW pracy przedstawiono ocenę degradacji wodorowej dwóch gatunków stali spawalnych o wysokiej wytrzymałości 17HMBVA i 14HNMBCu. Badania wykonano na materiałach rodzimych i złączach spawanych stali w oparciu o próbę rozciągania z małą prędkością. Próby wykonano w powietrzu oraz środowisku wody morskiej przy polaryzacji katodowej. Dodatkowo wykonano elektrochemiczne badania przenikania wodoru i wyznaczono zależności stężenia wodoru...
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Hydrogen delayed cracking of high-strength 14hnmbcu steel in seawater
PublicationOceniano podatność na niszczenie wodorowe stali o wysokiej wytrzymałości i jej połączeń spawanych przy stałym obciążeniu w wodzie morskiej. Badania przeprowadzono na próbkach okrągłych z karbem w środowisku wody morskiej przy potencjale korozyjnym oraz przy polaryzacji katodowej. Badano stal gatunku 14HNMBCu o minimalnej granicy plastyczności 690 MPa oraz jej połączenia spawane automatycznie łukiem krytym i ręcznie łukowo elektrodą...
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Hydrogen degradation of the 26H2MF alloy steel in H2SO4 and hydrocarbon environments.
PublicationSTAL 26H2MF ZOSTALA PODDANA RÓZNEJ OBRÓBCE CIEPLNEJ, PO KTÓREJ UZYSKAŁA ONA RÓŻNĄ MIKROSTRUKTURĘ ORAZ CHARAKTER PRZEŁOMU. WYKONANO PRÓBY POWOLNEGO ODKSZTAŁCANIA W ROZCIEŃCZONYM KWASIE SIARKOWYM, PALIWIE CIĘZKIM I PRZEPRACOWANYM OLEJU SILNIKOWYM PRZEPRACOWANYM.
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Hydrogen degradation of 26H2MF and 34HNM steels used in ship engines.
PublicationPrzedstawiono wyniki badań podatności stali 26H2MF i 34HNM na niszczenie wodorowe, uzyskane po badaniach w roztworze kwasu siarkowego przy równoczesnej polaryzacji katodowej. Wykazano, że skład i obróbka cieplna stali mają wpływ na ich podatność. Efejkt ten przypisano różnej zdolności pułapkowania wodoru przez stale.
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Hydrogen degradation of high-strength weldable steels in sea-water
PublicationW artykule przedstawiono ocenę podatności stali o wysokiej wytrzymałości oraz ich złączy spawanych na kruchość wodorową. Wykonano próby powolnego rozciągania na stalach gatunku 17HMBVA i 14HNMBCu oraz ich złączach spawanych, w środowisku wody morskiej, przy polaryzacji katodowej. Wykonano badania elektrochemiczne przenikania wodoru przez membrany pobrane z rożnych obszarów złączy spawanych.
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Advanced vanadium modified steels for high pressure hydrogen reactors
PublicationPrzedstawiono nową generację stali chromowo-molibdenowych zmodyfikowanych wanadem, przeznaczonych do budowy wodorowych reaktorów i porównano ze stalami konwencjonalnymi. Opisano mikrostrukturę, właściwości i zastosowanie stali. Podkreślono wpływ mikrostruktury nowych stali na przebieg degradacji środowiskowej.
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Critical conditions of hydrogen-air detonation in partially confined geometry
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Hydrogen and chalcogen bonds in crystals of chalcogenadiazolecarboxylic acids – competition or cooperation?
PublicationThis article presents crystal structures of chalcogenadiazolecarboxylic acids bearing both a hydrogen and a chalcogen bond donor. The selected molecules varied in the size of the aromatic unit, the chalcogen atom and/or the position of the carboxyl group in the core structure. The most common synthons in their lattice are "R" _"2" ^"2" (8) self-complementary acid dimers or four-membered [Ch···N]2 rings. Supramolecular synthons...
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Electron-impact dissociation of molecular hydrogen: benchmark cross sections
PublicationWe present a joint experimental and theoretical investigation of a fundamental process in atomic and molecular physics: electron impact excitation of molecular hydrogen’s (H2) most dominant transition (X1Σg+ → b3Σu+). Excitation of this state is by far the main channel that causes the dissociation of H2 into H + H atoms at low energies. The Convergent Close-Coupling (CCC) calculations predicted significant, more than factor of...
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Two-dimensional hydrogen-like atom in a weak magnetic field
PublicationWe consider a non-relativistic two-dimensional (2D) hydrogen-like atom in a weak, static, uniform magnetic field perpendicular to the atomic plane. Within the framework of the Rayleigh-Schr¨odinger perturbation theory, using the Sturmian expansion of the generalized radial Coulomb Green function, we derive explicit analytical expressions for corrections to an arbitrary planar hydrogenic bound-state energy level, up to the fourth...
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Production of hydrogen from biomass and its separation using membranetechnology
PublicationHydrogen is an important raw material for chemical industry and feasible renewable energy carrier that could replace fossil fuels. However, the specie seldom exists in a form of pure H2. Therefore, to obtain hydrogen in volumes suitable to be used as a raw material it is necesary to decompose hydrogen-rich compounds. The carbohydrate-rich biomass can be an important source of hydrogen by applying the process of dark fermentation....
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Evaluation of susceptibility of high-strength steels to hydrogen delayed cracking
PublicationPrzedstawiono wyniki badań podatności na opóźnine pękanie wodorowe stali o wysokiej wytrzymałości w oparciu o próbę stałego obciążenia. Badano stal do pracy w podwyższonych temperaturach 26H2MF oraz stal do ulepszania cieplnego 34HNM w środowisku przepracowanego oleju silnikowego. Badano również stal 14HNMBCu i jej złącza spawane w środowisku wody morskiej przy polaryzacji katodowej.
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Diffusible hydrogen content in deposited metal of multilayer welded joints
PublicationThe article describes manufacturing technology of multilayer joints in terms of control the diffusible hydrogen content. Diffusible hydrogen content in deposited metal for multilayer welded joints made of covered rutile electrodes or covered cellulosic and basic electrodes was determined. It was found that after four beads, the diffusible hydrogen content decreases in the case of the first technology from 36 ml/100 g to 18 ml/100...
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Diffusible Hydrogen Control in Flux Cored Arc Welding Process
PublicationOne of the types of hydrogen degradation of steel welded joints is cold cracking. The direct cause of the formation of cold cracks is simultaneous presence of hydrogen, residual stresses and brittle structure. The way of preventing the occurring of degradation is to eliminate at least one of these factors. Practice has shown that the best solution is to control the amount of hydrogen in deposited metal. In this paper an experimental...