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Experimental validation of the rolling resistance measurement method including updated draft standard
PublikacjaThe main objective of ROSANNE is the harmonisation and standardisation of the measurement of skid resistance, noise emission and rolling resistance of road pavements. Regarding rolling resistance characterisation, a draft for standardization of a harmonized procedure for classification of road surfaces across Europe has been prepared within WP3 (deliverable 3.5). The procedure deals with the direct measurement on real roads of...
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Experimental study on polymer mass used to repair damaged structures
PublikacjaA new method of repairing damaged structures by injecting the cracks with specially designed polymer mass (flexible two-component grout based on polyurethane resin) has been recently proposed. The technique is mainly dedicated to damaged masonries, especially historical structures where minimum intervention is permitted. The cracks are filled with the special injection, forming the flexible joints bonding the disrupted structural...
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Experimental study on the feasibility of alternative materials for tilting pad thrust bearings operating in transition to mixed friction
PublikacjaIn hydrodynamic bearings traditional bearing alloys: Babbitts and bronzes are most frequently utilized. Polymer sliding layers are sometimes applied as a valuable alternative. Hard diamond-like carbon (DLC) coatings, which are also considered for certain applications may show some advantages, as well. Although material selection is of secondary importance in a full film lubrication regime it becomes important in mixed friction...
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Buckling resistance of a metal column in a corrugated sheet silo - experiments and non-linear stability calculations
PublikacjaThe results of experimental and numerical tests of a single corrugated sheet silo column’s buckling resistance are presented in this study. The experiments were performed in a real silo with and without bulk solid (wheat). A very positive impact of the bulk solid on the column buckling resistance occurred. The experimental results were first compared to the buckling resistance calculated by Eurocode 3 formulae. The comparison revealed that...
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Experimental and Numerical Investigation of Tensile and Flexural Behavior of Nanoclay Wood-Plastic Composite
PublikacjaIn this study, the effect of wood powder and nanoclay particle content on composites’ mechanical behavior made with polyethylene matrix has been investigated. The wood flour as a reinforcer made of wood powder was at levels of 30, 40, and 50 wt.%, and additional reinforcement with nanoclay at 0, 1, 3, and 5 wt.%. Furthermore, to make a composite matrix, high-density polyethylene was used at levels of 70, 60, and 50% by weight....
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Experimental Research on the Energy Efficiency of a Parallel Hybrid Drive for an Inland Ship
PublikacjaThe growing requirements for limiting the negative impact of all modes of transport on the natural environment mean that clean technologies are becoming more and more important. The global trend of e-mobility also applies to sea and inland water transport. This article presents the results of experimental tests carried out on a life-size, parallel diesel-electric hybrid propulsion system. The eciency of the propulsion system was...
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Experience with instantiating an automated testing process in the context of incremental and evolutionary software development
PublikacjaThe purpose of this article is to present experiences from testing a complex AJAX-based Internet-system which is under development for more than five years. The development process follows incremental and evolutionary lifecycle model and the system is delivered in subsequent releases. Delivering a new release involves both, the new tests (related to the new and/or modified functionalities) and the regression tests (after their...
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Experimental study on the effectiveness of polymer damper in damage reduction of temporary steel grandstand
PublikacjaA large number of accidents, involving collapses of temporary grandstands during different types of events, were observed in the past. If the synchronized movement of people is tuned with the natural frequency of the affected part of the structure, resonance might occur. It may lead to severe damages of grandstands, their collapse or panic among the spectators. The aim of the paper is to assess, through preliminary experimental...
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3D DEM SIMULATIONS OF BASIC GEOTECHNICAL TESTS WITH EARLY DETECTION OF SHEAR LOCALIZATION.
PublikacjaW artykule przedstawiono rezultaty numeryczne dla podstawowych testów geotechnicznych: testu trójosiowego ściskania oraz w aparacie bezpośredniego ścinania dla piasku bez kohezji. Wszystkie testy zostały wykonane w 3D, a piasek został wymodelowany w postaci kulek wraz z momentami symulującymi nieregularny kształt ziarna. Podczas badań sprawdzono wpływ parametrów fizycznych (m. in. początkowy wskaźnik porowatości, obciążenie pionowe...
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THE EFFECT OF NOTCH DEPTH ON CTOD VALUES IN FRACTURE TESTS OF STRUCTURAL STEEL ELEMENTS
PublikacjaIn elements of steel structures working at low temperatures, there is a risk of appearance of brittle fracture. This risk is reduced through the use of certified materials having guaranteed strength at a given temperature. A method which is most frequently used to determine brittle fracture toughness is the Charpy impact test, preformed for a given temperature. For offshore structures intended to work in the arctic climat e, the...
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Subjective tests for gathering knowledge for applying color grading to video clips automatically
PublikacjaThe analysis of film music concerning caused emotions may allow for a more accurate adaptation of the color of the film in the context of color grading. Therefore, this paper aims to gather knowledge on the correlation between the applied color palette to a video clip, music associated with a particular shot, and emotions evoked. For that purpose, subjective tests are prepared in which several video clips are presented with or...
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Tests for lapping of flat surfaces of ceramic elements with forced dosing of abrasive slurry
PublikacjaPrzedstawiono zagadnienia dotyczące systemu wymuszonego dawkowania zawiesiny ściernej w docieraniu jednotarczowym powierzchni płaskich. Opisano zalety takiego systemu dozowania płynnej zawiesiny ściernej. Omówiono wybrane wyniki badań docierania elementów z ceramiki technicznej. Analizowano wpływ podstawowych warunków dawkowania zawiesiny na ubytek liniowy próbek.
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Evaluating architecture students' knowledge of the history of architecture by tests and by drawings: a comparative analysis
PublikacjaThe methods of evaluating students’ knowledge in architectural education, and in particular in education on history of architecture, are specific in many respects. Apart from checking the general knowledge of history concerning chronology, artistic trends, styles, main objects and architects, it should also check students’ ability to analyse the historic architecture in a drawing form. Such a form of presenting architecture has...
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Subjective tests for gathering konwledge for applaying color grading to video clips automatically
PublikacjaThe analysis of film music concerning caused emotions may allow for a more accurate adaptation of the color of the film in the context of color grading. Therefore, this paper aims to gather knowledge on the correlation between the applied color palette to a video clip, music associated with a particular shot,and emotions evoked. For that purpose, subjective tests are prepared in which several video clips are presented with...
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Cavity-QED tests of representations of canonical commutation relations employed in field quantization
PublikacjaDane eksperymentalne dotyczące oscylacji Rabiego porównano z opisem teoretycznym w ramach alternatywnych sformułowań elektrodynamiki kwantowej. Okazało się, iż eksperyment nie jest w stanie rozróżnić opisu standardowego od nowego sformułowania opartego o redukowalne reprezentacje CCR. Zaproponowano nowy eksperyment, którego wynik mógłby być rozstrzygający.
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Chemometric estimation of natural water and sediment using toxicity tests and physicochemical parameters
PublikacjaOceny jakości wód dokonano na podstawie analizy chemometrycznej bazy danych monitoringowych, składającej się z wyników testów toksyczności i wyników badań parametrów fizykochemicznych. Badaniom poddano próbki wód powierzchniowych pobrane z Jeziora Turawskiego oraz próbki wód podziemnych pobranych z otworów badawczych wykonanych w jego dnie, jak i wokół niego. Zastosowano następujące metody chemometryczne: analizę wiązkową i analizę...
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Model tests and stability calculations of shallow foundations resting on non-cohesive subsoil
PublikacjaPrzedstawiono metodykę i charakterystyczne wyniki własnych badań modelowych przeprowadzonych z wykorzystaniem techniki PIV. W analizach numerycznych przeanalizowano trzy kryteria wytrzymałości gruntu na ścinanie i ich wpływ na wyniki ilościowe i jakościowe. Obliczenia analityczne oparto na koncepcji ESE. Zestawiono i przeanalizowano zgodność wyników badań modelowych, analiz numerycznych i obliczeń analitycznych.
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Simulation Tests of Working Press Loads under Pre-tensioned Body Conditions
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Rapid Influenza Diagnostic Tests Improve Suitability of Antiviral Treatment in Hospitalized Children
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Ranking of ecotoxisity tests for underground water assessment using the Hasse diagram technique
PublikacjaThe present study deals with the novel application of the Hasse diagram technique (HDT) for the specific ranking of ecotoxicity tests capable of assessment of underground water quality. The area studied is a multi-municipal landfill in the northern Poland. The monitoring network of the landfill constitutes of 27 piezometers for underground water monitoring and two observation points at surface water courses. After sampling, chemical...
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Comparison of the tests for equivalence of the measurement methods for measurement of PM10 dust in ambient air
PublikacjaThe paper presents the motives for conducting the equivalence tests and the reasons of discrepancies between the results of PM10 dust concentration obtained via the reference method and the methods based on 'on-site' measurement. The reference and non-reference methods of measurement of PM10 dust concentration in air have been discussed. Field tests for equivalence, following the Polish standard and the European Union (EU) guidelines,...
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Life tests of a rotary single-stage magnetic-fluid seal for shipbuilding applications
PublikacjaUse of the magnetic fluid seal technology in water is much more difficult technological problem in comparisonto gas or vacuum environment. Some seals constructed up to time been are designed as hybrid, two stagesealing structures with shields or mechanical seals used as protection measures to the magnetic fluid seal.Anyway, there is always problem with immediate contact between magnetic fluid and the environmentalliquid. In the...
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Comparative model tests of SDP and CFA pile groups in non-cohesive soil
PublikacjaThe research topic relates to the subject of deep foundations supported on continuous flight auger (CFA) piles and screw displacement piles (SDP). The authors have decided to conduct model tests of foundations supported on the group of piles mentioned above and also the tests of the same piles working alone. The tests are ongoing in Geotechnical Laboratory of Gdańsk University of Technology. The description of test procedure, interpretation...
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Developing a methodology for model tests of floating platforms in a towing tank of low depth
PublikacjaThe paper presents two ways to mooring model of semi-submersible platform for research in the small depth towing pool. The tested model was made in the likeness of 1:100 Thunder Horse platform moored in the Gulf of Mexico at a depth of 1,920 m. Its mooring system consisted of 16 semi-taut mooring lines (chain-wire-chain) spaced Star-shape and attached at the bottom to the suction piles. The tests were performed in the towing pool...
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Consequences of New Approach of Chemical Stability Tests of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs)
PublikacjaThere is a great need of broaden look on stability tests of active pharmaceuticalingredients (APIs) in comparison with current requirements contained in pharmacopeia.By usage of many modern analytical methods the conception of monitoring the changesof APIs during initial stage of their exposure to harmful factors has been developed. Newknowledge must be acquired in terms of identification of each degradation...
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Artificial Neural Networks in Classification of Steel Grades Based on Non-Destructive Tests
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Developing Methodology for Model Tests of Floating Platforms in Low -Depth Towing Tank
PublikacjaThe paper presents two different methods of physical modeling of semi-submersible platform mooring system for research in low depth towing tank. The tested model was made in the scale of 1:100 resembling the "Thunder Horse" platform moored in the Gulf of Mexico at a depth of 1,920 m. Its mooring system consisted of 16 semi-taut mooring lines (chain-wire-chain) spaced starshape and attached at the bottom to suction piles. The tests...
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Mechanical properties of Precontraint 1202 S2 based on uniaxial tensile and creep tests
PublikacjaThe purpose of the paper is the estimation of the polyvinyl chloride – polyester-coated fabric (Precontraint 1202 S2) mechanical properties under uniaxial tensile tests as well as short- and long-time creep tests. The uniaxial tests are the basis of non-linear elastic description while the creep tests are used for the evaluation of the stiffness parameters in time and for the identification of the standard viscoelastic model. The...
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Strain-dependent behaviour of cold recycled material mixtures in cyclic compression tests
PublikacjaThe purpose of the study is to evaluate strain-dependent behaviour of Cold Recycled Material (CRM) mixtures using three frameworks typically applied for Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA): linear viscoelastic (LVE) limits; non-linearity directions; changes in rheological model parameters. To this aim, the complex modulus of three CRM mixtures with different bitumen-to-cement ratio (0.2, 0.6 and 1.8) was measured in cyclic compression mode,...
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Model tests of cast-in-place piles formed by using different types of auger
PublikacjaModel tests are still a popular research tool used to observe and determine the mechanisms of pile-soil interaction. Due to the significant scale effect, the results of model tests performed in the 1g system can only be analysed from the qualitative side. This article describes and presents the results of 1g pile model tests carried out for comparative purposes. There were tested the effectiveness and efficiency of various types...
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Identification of residual force in static load tests on instrumented screw displacement piles
PublikacjaOccurrence of the so-called residual force of an unknown value significantly disturbs interpretation of static load tests performed on piles equipped with additional measuring instruments. Screw displacement piles are the piling technology in which the residual force phenomenon is very common. Its formation mechanism is closely related to the installation method of this type of piles, which initiates generation of negative pile...
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Elektrochemiczne badania korozyjne stali do azotowania.Electrochemical corrosion tests of nitriding steels
PublikacjaPrzedstawiono badania elektrochemiczne podatności na korozję stali do azotowania gatunków 31CrMoV9 i 34CrAlNi7-10 oraz warstw azotowanych jarzeniowo. Badania wykonano metodą potencjoskokową w środowisku słabo kwaśnym.
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Model and simulation tests of a squirrel-cage induction motor with oscillation of air gap
PublikacjaPrzedstawiono model matematyczny silnika, który pozwala na wprowadzanie ekscentryczności wirnika. Zaprezentowano obliczone widma prądu z wprowadzoną oscylacją wirnika, co z pewnym przybliżeniem odpowiada uszkodzeniu łożyska. Rezultaty symulacji pozwalają na określenie zależności pomiędzy oscylacją szczeliny powietrznej i składowych w widmie prądu.
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Preload monitoring in a bolted joint using Lamb wave energy
PublikacjaThe knowledge of the load in prestressed bolted connections is essential for the proper operation and safety of engineering structures. Recently, bolted joints have become an area of intensive research associated with non-destructive diagnostics, in particular in the context of wave propagation techniques. In this paper, a novel procedure of bolt load estimation based on the energy of Lamb wave signals was proposed. Experimental...
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Local and global response of sandwich beams made of GFRP facings and PET foam core in three point bending test
PublikacjaIn the paper behaviour of laminated sandwich beams (FRP face sheet – PET foam core – FRP face sheet) subjected to three point bending is studied. The paper aim is to find practical descriptions enabling effective and accurate estimation of the elastic response, damage and failure of the beams, basing on experiments and static calculations. Therefore a number of tests are described, that were done on laminated coupons and foam specimens...
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Research on assessment of bolted joint state using elastic wave propagation
PublikacjaThe work contains results of experimental investigation of elastic wave propagation in a bolted single-lap joint. Tests were carried out for the excitation perpendicular to the connection plane. In experimental studies, PZT transducers were used for both excitation and registration of ultrasonic waves. The analyses took into account varying contact conditions between the elements of the connection depending on the value of the...
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Centrally Pivoted Tilting Pad Thrust Bearing with Carbon-Based Coated Collar—Experimental Results of Low- and Medium-Speed Operation
PublikacjaExperimental results of the research on a tilting pad thrust bearing with symmetrical pad support in the conditions of high loads and low speeds are presented in the paper. As described in the literature review, experimental results of tilting pad bearings at low speed/high load regime and transient conditions are rare. Unusual material selection - steel pad against a DLC-type coating on the collar was utilized. Such material combination...
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Numerical simulation of laminate composite specimens failure
PublikacjaThis work presents some numerical results concerning simulation of failure of laminate composite specimens. In the article two tests to determine ultimate strength in an orthotropic layer, are considered: tension (TT1) and compression (TC1) test. The outcome is compared with experimental data provided by [9,10].
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Application of chemometric techniques in studies of toxicity of selected commercially available products for infants and children
PublikacjaThe goal of the present study is to assess the impact of the experimental conditions for extraction procedures (time of extraction, thermal treatment and type of extraction media) as applied to several baby and infant products checked for their possible ecotoxicological response when tested by various ecotoxicity tests(Microtox®, Ostracodtoxkit F™and Xenoscreen YES/YAS™). The systems under consideration are multidimensional by...
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Experimental and comparative study on the two-phase pressure drop of air-water mixture in U-bend and straight pipe annuli
PublikacjaIn this paper, the experimental and theoretical analysis of pressure drop in singlephase and two phase-flow were presented for straight and U-bend smooth tube annulus and tube annulus with wire coil insert. Experiments for various boundary conditions were performed. In case of U-tube and straight tube with and without turbulator, tests were made for the water-water and air-water systems. The study covered a wide measuring range,...
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Ultimate strength of stiffened plates subjected to compressive load and spatially distributed mechanical properties
PublikacjaThe present study deals with the ultimate strength of stiffened plates subjected to spatially distributed mechanical properties and compressive load. Normally, mean values of mechanical properties based on tensile tests are used to validate the numerical assessment with experimental results. However, mechanical properties may vary within a single specimen. To investigate the impact of that, random fields of yield stress and Young...
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The Method of Selecting the Interval of Functional Tests Taking into Account Economic Aspects and Legal Requirements
PublikacjaThe article discusses the problem of choosing the optimal frequency of functional tests, taking into account the reliability and law requirements, but also the impact of business aspects in the company. The subject of functional test interval is well described for purposes of the process industry. Unfortunately, this is not the case for the machinery safety functions with low demand mode. This is followed by a presentation of the...
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Nanoindentation tests titanium alloy Ti-6Al-4V after interference laser treatment
PublikacjaThe study aimed was to assess selected mechanical properties of surface layers obtained after interference laser treatment – DLIL of titanium alloy Ti-6Al-4V used for implants. The samples were melted in still air at room temperature, for this purpose Nd:YAG laser was used, the number of laser shots was variable. Next, nanoindentation tests were performed, based on which Young’s modulus and nanohardness in the obtained surface...
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Polyester sail technical woven fabric behaviour under uniaxial and biaxial tensile tests
PublikacjaThe paper is focused on the identification of mechanical properties of a sail technical woven fabric (yacht sailcloth polyester) style 480 AP with MTO (Medium Tempered Optimized) finish. The non-linear elastic behaviour of the fabric applied for sails is investigated under uniaxial and biaxial tensile tests. Comparison of non-linear elastic parameters with others polyester coated fabrics is made. This paper is intended to be an...
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Isothermal Calorimetry and Compressive Strength Tests of Mortar Specimens for Determination of Apparent Activation Energy
PublikacjaThe hydration process of cementitious materials involves a thermally activated reaction that depends on the composition of the mixture and the curing temperature. The main parameter affecting the temperature variation of cast-in-place concrete is the apparent activation energy, which can be used for the efficient prediction of the temperature evolution and maturity index of hardening concrete. This paper discusses two methods to...
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Analysis and Comparison of Safety of Children and Adult Passenger in Car Based on Crash Tests Results
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Evaluation of Mechanical Properties of Two-Stage Concrete and Conventional Concrete Using Nondestructive Tests
PublikacjaDifferent types of concrete mixtures are used as building materials. The manufacturing process of two-stage concrete (TSC) differs from that of conventional concrete. This study investigated conventional mechanical properties derive empirical relations for estimation of the mechanical parameters of TSC and conventional concrete mixtures. TSC was used to prepare 216 specimens and conventional concrete was used to prepare 108 specimens...
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Ella4Life virtual assistant - user centered design strategy - evaluation following labolatory tests
PublikacjaIn the paper, we summarize the evaluation of Anne4Care system after laboratory tests. A group of end users, seniors over 55 years of age, rated a virtual assistant by completing a questionnaire. The objectives of the pilot evaluations are mainly to assess the feasibility, usability, acceptance and functionality of the system and the ability of the potential target user to use the system and receive valuable information from it...
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Concept of implementation of open water model tests for assessment of safety of ships in damaged conditions
PublikacjaPraca zawiera opis koncepcji zastosowania badań modelowych na wodach otwartych w odniesieniu do oceny bezpieczeństwa statków w stanie uszkodzonym. Badania modelowe w omawianym zakresie mogą stanowić alternatywną metodę oceny bezpieczeństwa statków w stanie uszkodzonym lub mogę służyć do weryfikacji oceny bezpieczeństwa statków w stanie uszkodzonym, przeprowadzonej za pomocą metody zawartej w zharmonizowanej wersji konwencji SOLAS...
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Universal observable detecting all two-qubit entanglement and determinant-based separability tests
PublikacjaW pracy zbadano możliwość konstrukcji uniwersalnej obserwabli, którejwartość średnia na pewnej ilości kopii danego stanu kwantowegorozstrzygałaby jednoznacznie i niezależnie od badanego stany czy jest on splątany. Pokazano, że w przypadku dwukubitowych stanów kwantowych konstrukcja takiej obserwabli jest możliwa oraz ilość kopii potrzebna do zmierzenia jej wartości średniej jest równa cztery. Ponadto, zbadano czy wartość średnia...