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Evaluating oxide nanoparticle exsolution on A-site deficient PrBaCo2O6-δ electrodes
PublikacjaNanoparticle exsolution is a powerful technique for functionalizing redox oxides in energy applications, particularly at high temperatures. It shows promise for solid oxide fuel cells and electrolyzers. However, exsolution of other chemistries like metal oxides is not well studied, and the mechanism is poorly understood. This work explores oxide exsolution in PrBa1−xCo2O6−δ (x = 0, 0.05, 0.1, 0.15) double perovskites, practiced...
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Evaluation of Damage and Nonlinearity of Cold Recycled Materials Mixtures Using a New Strain Sweep Testing Procedure
PublikacjaThis article describes a new strain sweep testing method to identify the effects of damage and reversible nonlinearity. Indirect tensile stiffness modulus tests were performed at increasing strain (up to 322 με) to evaluate the stiffness behavior with increasing damage; parallel tests at small strain (43 με) were performed to evaluate the linear behavior. Tests were carried out on two cement-bitumen–treated material (CBTM) mixtures...
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Evaluation of machine learning applications in building life cycle processes for energy efficiency: A systematic review
PublikacjaIn recent years, machine learning has been increasingly applied to achieve energy efficiency in buildings. This study analyzes the utilization of machine learning across the building life cycle by reviewing literature on building energy efficiency. In this context, a systematic literature search was conducted using the Web of Science (WOS) search engine, and 868 publications were found. The publications were analyzed according...
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Evaluation of overstrength-based interaction checks for columns in steel moment frames
PublikacjaCurrent design guidelines in the United States require a check for only column axial force under overstrength seismic loads for capacity-designed steel moment frames. A study is presented to examine the implications of this guidance, which disregards the column interaction check (including both axial force and moment) under overstrength seismic loads. A set of thirteen steel moment frames are designed using multiple rules that...
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Evaluation of Selected Modulation Techniques in Underwater Multipath Channel
PublikacjaThere is a growing interest in the use of Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) and Underwater Sensor Networks (USNs) for scientific, military, and industrial applications, leading to the development of wireless underwater communications. However, the channel for Underwater Acoustic (UWA) communications is challenging compared to the radio wave propagation in the air. Especially in shallow waters, where the channel has strong multipath...
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Evaluation of the Variability of Vibration Measurement Results in Rolling Bearing Quality Control
PublikacjaThe final result of rolling bearing quality control is influenced by many factors that are not always taken into account. If non-conforming products leave the factory, then the reliability of equipment containing rolling bearings is significantly weakened. The paper presents an analysis of the reasons for the variability of vibration measurement results in rolling bearing quality control. The paper describes the organisation of...
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Evaluation of Tyrosinase Inhibitory Activity of Carbathioamidopyrazoles and Their Potential Application in Cosmetic Products and Melanoma Treatment
PublikacjaHyperpigmentation can be prevented by regulating melanin synthesis through tyrosinase inhibition. As such, tyrosinase inhibitors like arbutin, kojic acid, and hydroquinone are commonly used for skin lightening. Recent studies suggest that certain pyrazole derivatives with tyrosinase activity may also have anticancer potential by influencing melanocyte transformation and tumor progression, positioning them as promising candidates...
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Excited states of mono- and biruthenium(II) complexes adsorbed on nanocrystalline titanium dioxide studied by electroabsorption spectroscopy
PublikacjaComprehensive characterization of the lowest energy electronic excited states for mono- and binuclear Ru(II) complexes containing bipyridine ligands has been performed by electroabsorption (EA) spectroscopy. The EA spectra of Ru complexes sensitizing a TiO2 semiconductor were compared with the spectra of these complexes in the form of solid neat films, both of which parametrized within the Liptay theory. The extracted values of...
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Exergy analysis and thermodynamic optimization of a bioenergy with carbon capture and storage gas power plant using Monte Carlo simulation of sewage sludge composition
PublikacjaAn exergy analysis is performed on the negative CO2 emission gas power plant (nCO2PP), which integrates the fuel preparation, power generation and carbon capture process sections. The cycle is modeled in Aspen Plus coupled with REFPROP, combining deterministic and Monte Carlo stochastic approaches, the latter being a novelty in this work. In all cases studied, the simulations maintain the complex thermodynamic relationships. Exergy...
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Experimental, Analytical, and Numerical Analyses of Slurry Erosion Resistance of Austenitic 1.4301 Stainless Steel
PublikacjaThe degradation of 1.4301 (AISI 304, X5CrNi18-10) stainless steel with two different impact angles (30 deg and 90 deg) has been investigated using a slurry pot tester. Spherical solid particles were used in the experiment. The impact angle significantly influenced the erosion resistance of 1.4301 steel. Tests conducted at an impact angle of 30 deg showed a higher erosion rate of approximately 91%. The test results showed that with...
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Experimental and numerical investigations of progressive collapse of ageing structures exposed to corrosion and locked cracks
PublikacjaThis study provides an overview of the key findings from a research project funded by the Polish National Science Center that examined the progressive collapse of ageing structures subjected to corrosion degradation and locked cracks through numerical and experimental means. The study aimed to determine how age degradation affects the strength of metal structural elements, such as steel plates and stiffened panels, as part of ships...
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Experimental and numerical study of free convective heat transfer in air performed simultaneously from the upper and lower surfaces of a horizontal plate heated on both sides
PublikacjaThis paper presents an experimental study, supported by numerical analysis, on convective heat transfer in air from a newly designed, horizontal, double-sided heated Type II plate. Unlike the single-sided heated Type I plate, where the heating surface faces either upwards or downwards, the Type II plate heats both surfaces simultaneously. The tested plate was constructed from three glued laminates, each 0.6 mm thick, resulting...
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Experimental and Theoretical Study on Electron Interactions with Acetic Acid Molecules
PublikacjaThe absolute total cross section for electron collisions with acetic acid has been measured using an electrostatic electron spectrometerand linear transmission method for collision energies ranging from 0.4 to 300eV. Elastic electron scattering from acetic acid within a low-energy range has also been studied theoretically using the Schwinger multichannel and R-matrix methods, in the static-exchange and static-exchange plus polarization...
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Experimental evidence of the excited-state mixing in the blue emitter for organic light-emitting diodes
PublikacjaHigh hopes have been placed on organic emitters, which are supposed to solve the problem of low stability of blue OLEDs. A peculiar phenomenon of thermally activated delayed fluorescence (TADF), which brought such emitters to the range of the top-studied materials for organic optoelectronics within the last decade, remains poorly understood. Here, we report the results of comprehensive photophysical studies of one of the most successful...
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Experimental research and numerical modelling of mode I fracture initiation in notched polycarbonate specimens
PublikacjaIn this paper the results of experimental data from fracture test and numerical calculations under critical loading (at the moment of crack initiation) were presented. The polycarbonate specimens were subjected to tension. The flat notched elements (V-type edge notches with different root radii: 0.1, 0.5, 2 and 10 mm) were made in two thicknesses: 5 and 15 mm. The ARAMIS 3D 4 M vision system for non-contact displacement measurements,...
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Experimental study of the effect of seawater and temperature on the corrosion resistance of cement composites with the addition of copper post-flotation waste
PublikacjaThe presented results of the study concern the determination of corrosion resistance of cement composites with the copper post-flotation waste (PFW) as a cement substitute in the amounts of 2.5%, 5.0%, 7.5%, and 10%, exposed to seawater, depending on the temperature (10°C and 20°C). To better evaluate and understand the compressive strength, the hydration products of the cement composites were analyzed after exposure to seawater...
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Experimental study of the effect of seawater and temperature on the corrosion resistance of cement composites with the addition of copper post-flotation waste
PublikacjaThe presented results of the study concern the determination of corrosion resistance of cement composites with the copper post-flotation waste (PFW) as a cement substitute in the amounts of 2.5%, 5.0%, 7.5%, and 10%, exposed to seawater, depending on the temperature (10°C and 20°C). To better evaluate and understand the compressive strength, the hydration products of the cement composites were analyzed after exposure to seawater...
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Expert system against machine learning approaches as a virtual sensor for ventricular arrhythmia risk level estimation
PublikacjaRecent advancements in machine learning have opened new avenues for preventing fatal ventricular arrhythmia by accurately measuring and analyzing QT intervals. This paper presents virtual sensor based on an expert system designed to prevent the risk of fatal ventricular arrhythmias associated with QT-prolonging treatments. The expert system categorizes patients into three risk levels based on their electrocardiogram-derived QT...
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Exploration of 3‐substituted benzofuran‐tethered sulfamoyl triazoles as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors: Design, synthesis and biological evaluation
PublikacjaThis study reports the design and synthesis of benzofurantethered sulfamoyl triazoles. These compounds were evaluated against two human carbonic anhydrases (hCA I and II) and three carbonic anhydrases from the bacterial pathogen Mycobacterium TB, (mtCA1–3). The findings indicated that molecules featuring triazolyl benzene-3-sulfonamide were significantly more selective for mtCA 1–3 than hCA I and II. In contrast, across the generated...
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Exploration of Behavioral Patterns and Cognitive Biases among Stock Market Investors
PublikacjaThis study aims to explore behavioral patterns and cognitive biases among stock market investors. By analyzing investor behavior through a stock market simulator, the research seeks to understand the impact of cognitive biases on investment decisions. The methodology encompasses a detailed analysis of transaction data to identify prevalent patterns and biases. Findings suggest that biases such as overconfidence, representativeness...
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Explosive Charge Applications in Seabed Strengthening for Underwater Pipelines
PublikacjaThe importance and impact of subsoil quality is discussed with regard to the safety and reliability of underwater pipelines. Non-classical operational analysis is employed to define generalised dynamic systems. A model incorporating loading of the subsoil acting on a pipeline immersed in an underwater excavation is a specific case of a generalised dynamic system. This paper justifies the incorporation of the analytical method...
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Fatigue Damage Evolution in SS316L Produced by Powder Bed Fusion in Different Orientations with Reused Powder Feedstock
PublikacjaBackground Metal Laser Powder Bed Fusion Melting (LPBF-M) is considered economically viable and environmentally sustainable because of the possibility of reusing the residual powder feedstock leftover in the build chamber after a part build is completed. There is however limited information on the fatigue damage development of LPBF-M samples made from reused feedstock. Objective In this paper, the stainless steel 316 L (SS316L)...
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FeS-based nanocomposites: A promising approach for sustainable environmental remediation – Focus on adsorption and photocatalysis – A review
PublikacjaPopulation expansion, industrialization, urban development, and climate changes increased the water crisis in terms of drinking water availability. Among the various nanomaterials for nanoremediation towards water treatment, FeS-based nanocomposites have emerged as promising candidates in the adsorptive and photocatalytic removal of contaminants. This paper, therefore, evaluates the potential of FeS-based nanocomposites for environmental...
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Finite Element Analysis for LCP plates
PublikacjaThe main assumption of modern orthopedics and trauma surgery is to return to full fitness with a short recovery period. Unfortunately, the emergence of lifestyle diseases such as osteoporosis, which is characterized by a decrease in the biological value of bone tissue, a greater number of road accidents and related injuries to the musculoskeletal system, and the increasing expectations of people with degenerative polyarticular...
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Finite Element Analysis of Occupant Risk in Vehicular Impacts into Cluster Mailboxes
PublikacjaThe deployment of cluster mailboxes (CMs) in the U.S. has raised safety concerns for passengers in potential vehicular crashes involving CMs. This study investigated the crashworthiness of two types of CMs through nonlinear finite element simulations. Two configurations of CM arrangements were considered: a single- and a dual-unit setup. These CM designs were tested on flat-road conditions with and without a curb. A 2010 Toyota...
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First truly deep eutectic solvent (DES) based stationary phase for high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC)
PublikacjaDeep eutectic solvents (DESs) have gained significant attention due to their environmentally friendly properties and versatile applications in various fields, including analytical chemistry. This study investigates the use of a deep eutectic solvent (DES) composed of l-proline protonated with hydrochloric acid and xylitol as a surface modifier for silica-based stationary phases in high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC)....
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Fixed point indices of iterates of orientation-reversing homeomorphisms
PublikacjaWe show that any sequence of integers satisfying necessary Dold’s congruences is realized as the se quence of fixed point indices of the iterates of an orientation-reversing homeomorphism of R^m for m ≥ 3. As an element of the construction of the above homeomorphism, we consider the class of boundary preserving homeomorphisms of R^m_+ and give the answer to the problem posed by Barge and Wójcik (2017) [2] providing a complete...
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Flexibility in PAM recognition expands DNA targeting in xCas9
PublikacjaxCas9 is an evolved variant of the CRISPR-Cas9 genome editing system, engineered to improve specificity and reduce undesired off-target effects. How xCas9 expands the DNA targeting capability of Cas9 by recognising a series of alternative protospacer adjacent motif (PAM) sequences while ignoring others is unknown. Here, we elucidate the molecular mechanism underlying xCas9’s expanded PAM recognition and provide critical insights...
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Flexible MXene/Laser-Induced Porous Graphene AsymmetricSupercapacitors: Enhanced Energy Density of Lateral and Sandwich Architectures Under Different Electrolytes
PublikacjaDeployment of two-dimensional layered materials beyond graphene, i.e., MXene (Ti3C2Tx, T=-OH, F, O) are rigorously explored for generation-II electrochemical energy storage systems. We report strategic development of asymmetric supercapacitors (ASCs) comprising MXene as negative and laser-induced porous graphene (LIPG) as positive electrode (i.e., MXene//LIPG) to improve electrochemical energy storage in lateral (coplanar) and...
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Fluctuation-enhanced sensing of organic solvent vapors mixture by machine learning
PublikacjaGraphene back-gated FETs operate as gas sensors and can detect different gases by the fluctuation-enhanced gas sensing (FES) method, utilizing low-frequency noise measurements. Individual Lorentzian components are observed in low-frequency noise and identified by their corner frequency fc, which is characteristic of the adsorbed-desorbed gas molecules. The sensor was irradiated by UV light (275 nm) to enhance its sensing properties...
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Fluoride-induced stress shapes partial denitrification granules to sustain microbial metabolism
PublikacjaThe presence of fluoride ions (F-) in nitrogen-rich wastewater from photovoltaic and semiconductor industries introduces a significant challenge to biological treatment processes, particularly for the innovative partial denitrification (PD) process, which supplies nitrite for anaerobic ammonium oxidation (Anammox). This study provides the first comprehensive and systematic investigation of the effects of F- stress on the granule-based...
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Fluvial ecology disasters: the impact of the Gliwice Canal on the ecological crisis in the Oder River basin, Poland (2022)
PublikacjaIn August 2022, the Oder River experienced an ecological disaster, resulting in the extinction of hundreds of aquatic organ- isms. Mass fsh deaths also occurred during that time in the Gliwice Canal, located in southern Poland, which connects to the upper section of the Oder River. The aim of the article was to assess the impact of the waters from the Gliwice Canal on the water quality changes in the Oder River, as expressed by...
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Follow-up assessment of the microvascular function in patients with long COVID
PublikacjaLong COVID is a complex pathophysiological condition. However, accumulating data suggests that COVID-19 is a systemic microvascular endothelial dysfunction with different clinical manifestations. In this study, a microvascular function was assessed in long COVID patients (n = 33) and healthy controls (n = 30) using flow-mediated skin fluorescence technique (FMSF), based on measurements of nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide fluorescence...
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Forward-Based DC-DC Converter With Eliminated Leakage Inductance Problem
PublikacjaThe novel forward-based converter for low-power solar applications is presented in this work. The proposed converter provides an efficient performance in a wide range of the input voltage with low component count. The proposed dc-dc topologies are advanced forward dc-dc converters with an additional clamped output capacitor. The idea of such a type of converter is to transfer magnetizing energy of transformer to the output side,...
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Fractography of Haynes 282 alloy manufactured by DMLS after tensile and HCF
PublikacjaIn this paper, the fracture surface topography of additively manufactured Haynes 282 alloy subjected to tensile and high-cycle fatigue loading was investigated. Haynes 282 alloy bars were printed in three different directions relative to the base plate (0°, 45°, and 90°) via Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS) under an argon protective atmosphere. The specimens were subjected to monotonic tensile loading and fatigue testing under...
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Framework for reliable and automatic multi-frequency correction of non-anechoic antenna measurements
PublikacjaCorrection of antenna far-field measurements performed in uncontrolled environments is a challenging problem. Non-anechoic sites, while cheap compared to professional laboratories, suffer from poor propagation properties due to multipath interferences and noise from external sources of electromagnetic radiation. Direct measurements in such conditions are ineffective for drawing meaningful conclusions on antenna performance. The...
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Frequency Reconfigurable PIN Diode-Based Reuleaux-Triangle-Shaped Monopole Antenna for UWB/Ku Band Applications
PublikacjaThis paper presents a frequency reconfigurable monopole antenna developed for UWB/Ku band applications. The design employs a microstrip-fed Reuleaux-triangle-shaped patch with a defected ground structure. The antenna exhibits a wide operating bandwidth achieved due to rectangular slits integrated into the Reuleaux-triangle patch. Meanwhile, adding rectangular slots in the ground plane improves the return loss level. Frequency reconfigurability...
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From Donor‐Acceptor Ligands to Smart Coordination Polymers: Cyanothiazole‐Cu(I) Complexes for Multifunctional Electronic Devices
PublikacjaCyanothiazoles possess remarkable optical properties that can be fine-tuned through coordination with transition metals. In this study, we investigate a promising application of cyanothiazoles, where their combination with copper(I) iodide forms a new class of complexes exhibiting outstanding optical properties. X-ray crystallography of copper(I) iodide complexes with isomeric cyanothiazoles revealed key structural features, such...
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FRP-based reinforcement coatings of steel with application prospects in ships and offshore structures: a review
PublikacjaLatest research on novel FRP-based anti-corrosion structural coatings (for enhancing structural capacity and strengthening the coating layer) is discussed with application prospects for ships and offshore structures. In the marine environment, structures constantly face corrosion and fatigue cracks. Combining this with high operational and wave loads, it might cause a structural collapse. Recently, polymer composites have been...
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GaN Power Transistors in Converter Design Techniques
PublikacjaThe expected outstanding performance of GaN-based transistors in power applications, characterized by high switching frequency, efficiency, and compactness, requires that the design rules of converter layout optimization, filtering, and shielding need to be reexamined. Addressing the above topics, this paper reviews commercial GaN power transistors and specifies their integration techniques, including printed circuit board (PCB)...
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Generation, properties, and applications of singlet oxygen for wastewater treatment: a review
PublikacjaContamination of drinking water sources with recalcitrant organic pollutants is a major health issue requiring advanced oxidation processes for the degradation of such pollutants. Here we review the use of advanced oxidation processes-based treatment of water, wastewater, and sludge, with focus on singlet oxygen production, reactivity mechanisms, and applications. Processes for single-oxygen production include photochemical production,...
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Genetic Determinants and Biofilm Properties Useful in Estimation of UTI Pathogenicity of the Escherichia coli Strains Isolated from Free-Living Birds
PublikacjaBackground/Objectives: According to the One Health concept, wild birds can be indicators of ecosystem pollution and disease incidence. Escherichia coli strains are widespread worldwide, but there are still few reports on the association of human infections with a potential reservoir of highly pathogenic human strains in wild birds. Fecal E. coli with uropathogenic potential (UPEC) can be transmitted between birds and humans and...
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Gold(III) complexes with chloride and cyanopyridines: Facilitated hydrolysis of nitrile ligand to amide and antibacterial activity
PublikacjaA range of novel simple gold(III) compounds has been synthesized in their monocrystalline form, including two previously unknown chloro-complexes of Au3+ with 2-cyanopyridine or 3-cyanopyridine, respectively. Our investigations have revealed the intricate nature of the reaction between 2-cyanopyridine and tetrachloroauric acid, yielding at least three distinct products. The main product, obtained in high yield, is a salt featuring...
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GRASPC – GRASP package adapted for the generation of continuum orbitals wave functions
PublikacjaThe GRASP package (https://github.com/compas/grasp ) is a widely used tool for performing fully relativistic bound electron structure calculations of atoms. Its latest official release is GRASP2018, but it has been continuously developed since then. The presented code, GRASPC, is the adaptation of that package allowing for calculations of the continuum orbital of electrons elastically scattered from atoms and ions. The calculated...
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Gromologist: A GROMACS-oriented utility library for structure and topology manipulation
PublikacjaDespite the increasing automation of workflows for the preparation of systems for molecular dynamics simulations, the custom editing of molecular topologies to accommodate non-standard modifications remains a daunting task even for experienced users. To alleviate this issue, we created Gromologist, a utility library that provides the simulation community with a toolbox of primitive operations, as well as useful repetitive procedures...
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Grzybicze zapalenie stawów u kameleona jemeńskiego (łac. Chamaeleo calyptratus) wywołane przez Metarhizium granulomatis – opis przypadku i diagnostyka mikologiczna
PublikacjaGrzyby strzępkowe mogą wywoływać u gadów po- ważne, zagrażające życiu infekcje. Jednym z takich drobnoustrojów jest Metarhizium granulomatis, po raz pierwszy zidentyfikowany u kameleonów jemeńskich (łac. Chamaeleo calyptratus). Możliwymi źródłami za- każenia są zanieczyszczone podłoże w terrarium lub zakażone owady karmowe. Niniejszy artykuł opisuje przypadek rozsianej grzybicy wywołanej przez ten gatunek u kameleona jemeńskiego,...
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Guided ultrasonic wave technique for corrosion monitoring and thickness variability analysis
PublikacjaCorrosion degradation poses a significant challenge to the structural integrity of industrial components, especially in critical sectors such as oil and gas, marine, and energy. This paper presents a novel approach to assessing corrosion damage using guided ultrasonic waves (GUWs), focusing on the statistical characterization of thickness variability in corroded plates. A combined algorithm is developed to estimate key statistical...
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Guided waves in plates with complex thickness variations: comparison of statistical modeling approaches
PublikacjaGuided wave-based techniques are particularly effective for corrosion assessment due to their sensitivity to geometric variations and ability to propagate over long distances. However, most existing approaches rely on simplifying assumptions about thickness distribution, which can introduce inaccuracies in real-world applications, e.g., the thickness reduction due to the corrosion degradation. This study investigates the impact...
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Guidelines for the location of street trees as solar protection for buildings in moderate climates
PublikacjaThis paper contains detailed guidelines for the layout of the road with rows of trees as sun protection in moderate latitudes. The guidelines include scope and degree of shading street frontage by trees, and the duration of such shading, taking into account other elements of the road. Recommendations were formulated on the author’s own research based on computer simulations of the hours of sun exposure for variants of a street...
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Guidelines on the proper selection of greenness and related metric tools in analytical chemistry – a tutorial
PublikacjaBackground The metric tools that aim to assess greenness, whiteness or related aspects of analytical procedures are gaining in popularity. At the same time, their application is not standardized, leading to unintentional abuses. Results Within this study, two datasets were created, consisting of the greenness assessment results for 27 (for general assessment) and 3 (for reproducibility study) analytical procedures, obtained with...