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Evolution, Mind and Behaviour
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Monitoring of breast tissue thermo-ablation by means of impedance measurements
PublikacjaW pracy przedstawiono rozważania dotyczące monitorowania jakości termoablacji zmian nowotworowych w piersi przy pomocy pomiarów impedancyjnych. Pokazano prototypowe konstrukcje sond do termoablacji jak również zaprezentowano wyniki symulacji i pierwszych eksperymentów. A usefulness of a developed probe combining power delivery to ablated breast tumour and simultaneous impedance measurements is discussed in the paper. It consists...
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Thermo-elastic non-linear analysis of multilayered plates and shells
PublikacjaGeometrically nonlinear FEM analysis of multilayered composite plates and shells is performed in order to resolve the stability problem of the structures being under the influence of temperature field. The Riks-Wempner-Ramm algorithm with a specially modified multi-choice unloading condition has been implemented in authors’ numerical code. As the representation of multilayered medium the Equivalent Single Layer approach with the...
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Hydrogen direct reduction and reoxidation behaviour of high-grade pellets
PublikacjaHigh grade pellets with basicity index close to 0.5 were directly reduced in pure hydrogen atmosphere. The reduction experiments were performed in the temperature range 800 e1000 C at the pressure of 8 bar. The pellets internal structure was analysed through micro tomography observations in the unreduced and reduced conditions. After reduction, the pellets showed a variation of porosity up to more than 15% with a remarkable change...
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Effects of deviations from thermo-rheologically simple behavior of asphalt mixes in creep on developing of master curves of their stiffness modulus
PublikacjaThe paper presents the deviations from the thermo-rheologically simple behavior of asphalt mixes and their effects on the developing of master curves of stiffness modulus. Eleven different mixes were tested in three point bending test under constant load at temperatures –20°C, –10 °C and 0 °C, and in some cases at +10 °C. The test method was developed at the Gdansk University of Technology, Poland. The applied stress level was...
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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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The effect of fishing basin construction on the behaviour of a footbrdge over the port channel
PublikacjaThe paper analyses possible causes of failure of the rotating footbridge over the Ustka port channel. In July, 2015, strange behaviour of this object was observed in the form of excessive vibrations of bridge platform suspension rods, with the accompanying acoustic effects. A preliminary geotechnical analysis has revealed that this destructive effect was caused by the nearby construction works, namely construction of a fishing...
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Modelling of Mechanical Behaviour of High-Frequency Piezoelectric Actuators Using Bouc-Wen Model
PublikacjaThe paper presents the application of a modified, symmetrical Bouc-Wen model to simulate a mechanical behaviour of high-frequency piezoelectric actuators (PAs). In order to identify parameters of the model, a two-step algorithm was utilized. In the first stage, the mechanical parameters were identified by taking into account their bilinear variability and using a square input voltage waveform. In the second step, the hysteresis...
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Simplified Method of Modelling Behaviour of Ship in Waves with Partially Flooded Compartments
PublikacjaThis paper contains a description of a numerical model for calculating behaviour of ships in waves. There are many models available, but the one described here can be characterised with a set of parameters that have a decisive impact on the final values of roll motion amplitude and frequency. In this paper, it is shown how a fitting of a standard-shape hull characterised by certain readily available parameters affects...
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On the time behaviour of Okazaki fragments
PublikacjaW pracy wyprowadzono wzory na prawdopodobieństwo, że podczas procesu replikacji DNA w chwili t pojawi się n fragmentów Okazaki.
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DYNAMIC MECHANICAL BEHAVIOUR OF GFRP COMPOSITES WITH SiO2 NANO PARTICLES REINFORCED EPOXY MATRIX
PublikacjaDynamic mechanic (DMA) tests were performed to compare the mechanical behaviour of glass fibre reinforced epoxy laminate composites with SiO2 nanoparticle reinforced matrix. The selection of the most promising nanoparticle concentrations was considered in terms of elastic modulus and glass transition temperature. The reference specimens (0% nanoparticles) did not contain diluent accordingly the results do not allow the exact comparison...
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Experimental analysis of the behaviour of different types of joints in the steel structure model subjected to earthquake loading
PublikacjaThe present paper reports the results of the experimental study performed to investigate the behaviour of two different types of joints (destroyed and welded ones) in the model of the steel structure under seismic excitations. The structure was subjected to three earthquakes, namely Kobe, Loma Prieta and Northridge, using the shaking table investigation. The results obtained from the study...
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Investigation of behaviour of metal structures with polymer dampers under dynamic loads
PublikacjaA large number of accidents concerning structures subjected to dynamic loads have been recently observed. One of the examples of such a structure is a temporary steel grandstand erected using scaffolding system. Dynamic load that is generated by crowd movement has a significant influence on the behaviour of the structure and may lead to excessive structural vibrations. The aim of the study is to consider the idea of using polymer...
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Experimental and computational study on mechanical behaviour of carpentry corner log joints
PublikacjaThis work concerns experimental and numerical research on carpentry joints used in historic wooden buildings in southeastern Poland and western Ukraine. These structures are mainly sacred buildings, and the types of corner log joints characteristic of this region are primarily saddle-notch and dovetail joints; thus, these two types of joints were analysed in this study. The modelling of historic timber structures is a complex...
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Mercury fractionation in soil and sediment samples using thermo-desorption method
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Influence of Nanoclay on the Thermo-Mechanical Properties of Silicone Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives
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Thermo-resonance analysis of an excited graphene sheet using a new approach
PublikacjaForced vibration of graphene nanoplate based on a refined plate theory in conjunction with higher-order nonlocal strain gradient theory in the thermal environment has been investigated. Regarding the higher-order nonlocal strain gradient theory, both stress nonlocality and size-dependent effects are taken into account, so the equilibrium equations which are governing on the graphene sheet have been formulated by the theory....
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Thermo-fluid Transport Phenomena in Air-fed Pressurised Protective Clothing
PublikacjaPublikacja opisuje sposób modelowania turbulentnych przepływów dwuskładnikowych w ciśnieniowych kombinezonach ochronnych, które używane są w reaktorach fuzyjnych. Rozważane są różne modele turbulencji. Przepływy modelowane są w realistycznych geometriach, które odtwarzane są metodą fotogrametrii. Pokazano również sposób modelowania kondensacji pary wodnej na wewnętrznych powierzchniach kombinezonów.
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EFFECT OF ANTIOXIDANTS ON THE STABILITY OF PITCH- BASED POLYMER TO THERMO-OXIDATIVE ACTION
PublikacjaThe influence of stabilizers – hydrogen donors – on the processes of thermooxidative destruction of pitch-based polymer has been investigated. It is shown that Irganox has not stabilizing effect on pitch-based polymer and melamine slightly retards the destructive process. A mixture of melamine and Irganox exhibits synergetic stabilizing effect and at the optimum ratio it can be used to prevent unwanted thermooxidative processes...
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A novel DEM-based pore-scale thermo-hydro-mechanical model
PublikacjaW warunkach nieizotermicznych ruch płynu w układzie porów i kapilar betonu jest silnie sprzężony z przenoszeniem ciepła. W takich warunkach pory i spękania ułatwiają wnikanie do betonu zewnętrznych czynników agresywnych, które degradują zarówno beton, jak i zbrojenie. Opracowano innowacyjny model termo-hydro-mechaniczny oparty na modelu DEM, aby szczegółowo śledzić frakcje cieczy/gazów w porach i pęknięciach pod kątem ich różnej...
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A comprehensive study on nonlinear hygro-thermo-mechanical analysis of thick functionally graded porous rotating disk based on two quasi three-dimensional theories
PublikacjaIn this paper, a highly efficient quasi three-dimensional theory has been used to study the nonlinear hygro-thermo-mechanical bending analysis of very thick functionally graded material (FGM) rotating disk in hygro-thermal environment considering the porosity as a structural defect. Two applied quasi three-dimensional displacement fields are assumed in which the strain along the thickness is not zero unlike most of the other plate...
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Experimental and numerical evaluation of mechanical behaviour of composite structural insulated panels
PublikacjaComposite structural insulated panels (CSIPs) are novel prefabricated elements for structural applications. Panels under consideration are made from glass-fibre reinforced magnesia cement boards as facesheets and expanded polystyrene foam (EPS) as a core. Quasi-static full-scale and model bending tests under monotonic loading were performed to recognize mechanical properties of CSIPs in flexure. In addition, tensile, compressive,...
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Beata Basińska dr hab.
OsobyPsycholożka pracy i organizacji. Jej główne zainteresowania to psychologia zdrowia w pracy (dobrostan i emocje) i pozytywne zachowania organizacyjne. Jest aktywną członkinią the European Academy of Occupational Health Psychology (EAOHP), European Association of Work and Organizational Psychology (EAWOP), European Health Psychology Society (EHPS) i sekcji psychologii zdrowia Polskiego Towarzystwa Psychologicznego (PTP).
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Comparative Study of the Mechanical Behaviour of Bitumen- and Cement-Dominated Mixtures with Reclaimed Asphalt
PublikacjaThe bitumen emulsion-based recycling is a commonly used maintenance treatment in the rehabilitation of low-and medium-volume roads in Europe. Nevertheless, the wide range of climatic conditions across the continent resulted in the variety of mixture concepts and the requirements being adopted for various local conditions. In this regard, the most commonly used parameter to distinguish between the main mixture concepts is bitumen...
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Testing of low temperature behaviour of asphalt mixtures in bending creep test
PublikacjaThe paper presents a method of bending beam test and its importance for evaluation of asphalt mixtures behaviour at low temperatures. Two types of asphalt mixtures: asphalt concrete AC with normal paving grade bitumen and stone mastic asphalt SMA with SBS-modified bitumen were tested. Long-term oven ageing (LTOA) test was also used in the laboratory according to SHRP procedure. The Burgers model was applied and rheological parameters...
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Cross-Cultural Interactions between Expatriates and Local Managers in the Light of Positive Organizational Behaviour
PublikacjaThe main purpose of this article is to identify the ‘individual positive deviance’ presented by expatriates and local managers in their mutual cooperation. The theoretical basis for the publication is the discussion of the Positive Organizational Behaviour (POB) essence and the application of this approach in the area of expatriation. Attitudes, behaviour, working style and personality traits of employees of different nationalities...
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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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Local buckling and initial post-buckling behaviour of channel member flange - analytical approach
PublikacjaThe local buckling and initial post-buckling behaviour of the cold-formed channel member flange is investigated. The governing nonlinear differential equation for axially compressed columns and beams undergoing pure bending is derived using the stationary total potential energy principle. The critical stress and initial post-buckling equilibrium path is determined by means of a perturbation approach. The results obtained allow...
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Effectiveness of a mathematical model in simulating nonlinear mechanical behaviour of a seismic isolation system made of polymeric bearings
PublikacjaThe present study was focused on determining the effectives of a nonlinear mathematical model in simulating complex mechanical behaviour of a seismic isolation system made of Polymeric Bearings. The proposed mathematical model defines the lateral force as a nonlinear function of the shear displacement and the deformation velocity. The effectiveness of the proposed mathematical model was verified by comparing the seismic response...
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Particle Shape Effect on Macroscopic Behaviour of Underground Structures: Numerical and Experimental Study
PublikacjaAbstract: The mechanical performance of underground flexible structures such as buried pipes or culverts made of plastics depend not only on the properties of the structure, but also on the material surrounding it. Flexible drains can deflect by 30% with the joints staying tight, or even invert. Large deformations of the structure are difficult to model in the framework of Finite Element Method, but straightforward in Discrete...
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Particle Shape Effect on Macroscopic Behaviour of Underground Structures: Numerical and Experimental Study
PublikacjaThe mechanical performance of underground flexible structures such as buried pipes or culverts made of plastics depend not only on the properties of the structure, but also the material surrounding it. Flexible drains can deflect by 30% with the joints staying tight, or even invert. Large deformations of the structure are difficult to model in the framework of Finite Element Method, but straightforward in Discrete Element Methods....
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Behaviour of deformed steel columns exposed to impact load during earthquakes: numerical analysis
PublikacjaIt has been observed during earthquakes that the so called soft-storey failure of an upper floor of a building leads to considerable vertical impact load acting on structural members of the lower storeys. The aim of this paper is to investigate numerically the behaviour of horizontally deformed columns (deformation as the result of earthquake loading) that are additionally subjected to vertical impact load. In the first stage of...
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Enhanced Degradation of Ethylene in Thermo-Photocatalytic Process Using TiO2/Nickel Foam
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Post-peak behaviour of CFST columns
PublikacjaArtykuł dotyczy zachowania pokrytycznego słupów CFST. Parametrami zmiennymi w badaniach są: wysokość słupów, grubość stalowego płaszcza, wytrzymałość betonu i stali, przyczepność między stalowym płaszczem a betonowym rdzeniem oraz sposób przykładania obciążenia. W artykule dokonano analizy wpływu tych parametrów na zachowanie pokrytyczne badanych słupów.
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Artificjal environment for simulation of emergent behaviour
PublikacjaPrzedstawiono opracowane środowisko dla modelowania zjawisk, w których współdziałanie wielu prostych jednostek prowadzi do powstawania złozonych struktur. Sposób oddziaływania jednostki zawarty jest w jej strukturze, która interpretowana jest poprzez specjalnie zdefiniowany język podobny do Prologu.
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Patterns of Ethical Behaviour and Decision Making.
PublikacjaW pracy przedstawiono propozycję wykorzystania wzorców programowych do opracowania wzorców etycznych, mających na celu wspomaganie prowadzącego projekt informatyczny w podejmowaniu decyzji. Ideę zilustrowano dwoma przykładami.
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Pseudo-superparamagnetic behaviour of bariumhexaferrite particles
PublikacjaThe effect of hexadecyltrimethylammonium bromide (CTAB) addition on the crystal structure, morphology,and magnetic properties of co-precipitated hexagonal barium ferrite was investigated. For afixed amount ofsurfactant, different Fe3+concentrations and Fe3+/Ba2+ratios were used to optimize the formation ofsingle-phase barium ferrite particles. The results indicated that the obtained ferrite particles exhibitedcoercivity changes...
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Boundary effects on behaviour of granular material
PublikacjaW artykule przedstawiono wyniki symulacji lokalizacji odkształceń w materiałach granulowanych podczas ściskania dwuosiowego. Obliczenia wykonano przy zastosowaniu metody elementów skończonych i mikropolarnego modelu hipoplastycznego. W pracy pokazano wpływ warunków brzegowych na globalne i loklane zachowanie sie materiału.
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Encouraging pro-environmental behaviour through an educational mobile application: Preliminary insights from early adopters
PublikacjaThis article aims to explore the extent to which the educational mobile application PULA supports and promotes pro-environmental behaviours, identify the most utilised functionalities by early adopters, and explore the least engaged functionalities. The study employs a quantitative approach based on data collected from the application. The analysis provides a comprehensive understanding of users' experiences and behaviours within...
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Encouraging Pro-environmental Behaviour Through an Educational Mobile Application: Preliminary Insights from Early Adopters
PublikacjaThis article aims to explore the extent to which the educational mobile application PULA supports and promotes pro-environmental behaviours, identify the most utilised functionalities by early adopters, and explore the least engaged functionalities. The study employs a quantitative approach based on data collected from the application. The analysis provides a comprehensive understanding of users' experiences and behaviours within...
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Brain circuit imprints of developmental 17α-Ethinylestradiol exposure in guppies (Poecilia reticulata): Persistent effects on anxiety but not on reproductive behaviour
PublikacjaThe effects of endocrine disruptors may vary with the timing of exposure. The physiological implications of adult exposure are present during and shortly after exposure while embryonic exposure can imprint changes manifested in adulthood. In this study, guppy (Poecilia reticulata) embryos were exposed to 2 and 20 ng/L of 17α-ethinylestradiol during development via the mother and reared in clean water from gestation until 6 months...
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Buckling and initial post-local buckling behaviour of cold-formed channel member flange
PublikacjaThe initial post-buckling behaviour of a cold-formed channel member flange after its local buckling is investigated. An axially compressed column or beam subjected to pure bending is considered. The member material is assumed to follow a linear stress-strain relationship. The governing non-linear differential equation of the problem is derived using the minimum total potential energy principle. An approximate solution for the equation...
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Retention behaviour of some high-intensity sweeteners on different SPE sorbents
PublikacjaThe objective of this paper is to provide information about application of solid phase extraction (SPE) for isolation of nine high-intensity sweeteners (acesulfame-K, alitame, aspartame, cyclamate, dulcin, neotame, saccharin, sucralose and neohesperidin dihydrochalcone) from aqueous solutions. The influence of several types of LC-MS compatible buffers (different pH values and compositions) on their recovery has been studied and...
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Criminal Behaviour & Mental Health
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Journal of Animal Behaviour and Biometeorology
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MARINE AND FRESHWATER BEHAVIOUR AND PHYSIOLOGY
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APPLIED ANIMAL BEHAVIOUR SCIENCE
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Journal for the Theory of Social Behaviour
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Influence of selected WMA additives on viscoelastic behaviour of asphalt mixes and pavements
PublikacjaWarm mix asphalt additives are effective in decreasing production, laying and compaction temperatures of asphalt mixes. However, there are still questions concerning influence of warm mix additives on properties of asphalt mixes and pavement performance. This paper presents results of the comprehensive research of viscoelastic behaviour of asphalt mixes and pavement structures with layers made with warm mix asphalt additives at...