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Wear in reciprocating siding friction tests. Ball-on-flat contact. Sintered alumina ceramics (98%). Lubricant - DISTILLED WATER. Specim. set K02
Dane BadawczeFriction and wear tests in ball-on-flat contact. Both specimens made of sintered alumina ceramics (98%) - self-mated contact.Linear reciprocating motion.Lubrication: DISTILLED WATER. Sliding velocity (peak): 0.1 m/s. Load (normal force): 5N. Test rig: TPZ-1 Tribometer.Running time: progressive increments of 10, 15, 30, 60, 180 and 300s. (stored in separate...
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VIbration monitoring in reciprocating siding friction tests. Ball-on-flat contact. Sintered alumina ceramics (98%). No lubrication (DRY). Specim. set K03
Dane BadawczeVIbration monitoring in reciprocating siding friction tests in ball-on-flat contact. Both specimens made of sintered alumina ceramics (98%) - self-mated contact.Linear reciprocating motion.Lubrication: DRY. Sliding velocity (peak): 0.1 m/s. Load (normal force): 5N. Test rig: TPZ-1 Tribometer.Running time: progressive increments of 10, 15, 30, 60, 180...
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VIbration monitoring in reciprocating siding friction tests. Ball-on-flat contact. Sintered alumina ceramics (98%). No lubrication (DRY). Specim. set K04
Dane BadawczeVIbration monitoring in reciprocating siding friction tests in ball-on-flat contact. Both specimens made of sintered alumina ceramics (98%) - self-mated contact.Linear reciprocating motion.Lubrication: DRY. Sliding velocity (peak): 0.1 m/s. Load (normal force): 5N. Test rig: TPZ-1 Tribometer.Running time: progressive increments of 10, 15, 30, 60, 180...
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VIbration monitoring in reciprocating siding friction tests. Ball-on-flat contact. Sintered alumina ceramics (98%). No lubrication (DRY). Specim. set K01
Dane BadawczeVIbration monitoring in reciprocating siding friction tests in ball-on-flat contact. Both specimens made of sintered alumina ceramics (98%) - self-mated contact.Linear reciprocating motion.Lubrication: DRY. Sliding velocity (peak): 0.1 m/s. Load (normal force): 5N. Test rig: TPZ-1 Tribometer.Running time: progressive increments of 10, 15, 30, 60, 180...
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Development of conductive porous media as packing materials for biotrickling filter – microbial fuel cell system (BTF-MFC system)
Dane BadawczeDataset presents values of electrical resistance measured for three developed conductive packimg materials for the application in a BTF-MFC system.
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Self-supporting LSFO films for bolometers made with LTCC technology
PublikacjaOpisano metodę wytwarzania przewodzących, tlenkowych warstw ceramicznych tlenków lantanowo-strontowo żelazowych (LSFO) technologią low temperature co-fired ceramics (LTCC). Przedstawiono rezultaty pomiarów parametrów warstw pod kątem przydatności do produkcji detektorów IR.
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Water uptake kinetics and electrical transport in BaCe0.6Zr0.2Y0.1M0.1O3−δ (M = Tb, Pr, Fe) protonic conductors
PublikacjaBaCe0.6Zr0.2Y0.1M0.1O3−d (M = Fe, Pr, Tb) is a mixed conducting oxide in which three mobile charge carriers – oxygen ion, electron/hole, and protonic defects – are present. These types of materials have gained much interest as electrode materials for protonic ceramic fuel cells (PCFCs) and protonic ceramic electrolysis cells (PCECs). In this study, the water uptake and oxygen transport properties of different BaCe0.6Zr0.2Y0.1M0.1O3−d...
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Magnetic signature reproduction of ferromagnetic ships at arbitrary geographical position, direction and depth using a multi-dipole model – source and verification dataset with description
Dane BadawczeThe dataset include source synthetic magnetic data concerning the corvette-type ship numeric model. The data are for 6 locations around the World with different V1 ÷ V6 Earth magnetic field values. The attached data is in Matlab. MAT format, but the data can also be used in Octave software.
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Increasing the conductivity of V2O5-TeO2 glass by crystallization: structure and charge transfer studies
PublikacjaIn the present paper, V 2 O 5 -TeO 2 glass was prepared by the melt-quenching technique. Crystallization of glass with a vanadium content higher than 35%mol results in an increase in electrical conductivity by a few orders of magnitude and a decrease in activation energy from ~0.40 to ~0.12 eV. In this work, a critical review of existing charge transfer models was presented on the example of V 2 O 5 -TeO 2 glass and glass–ceramics....
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Au-RE-TiO2 nanocomposites: Surface characteristics and photoactivity
PublikacjaThe photocatalysts based on TiO2 co-doped with rare earth metal (RE) and gold nanoparticles have been prepared using a sol-gel method and followed by gold reduction. Specific surface areas of the modified photocatalysts were calculated by the Brunauer-Emmett-Teller method (BET). Diffuse reflectance spectra of the obtained photocatalysts were recorded in a UV-Vis spectrophotometer (DRS UV-Vis). The influence of the type of rare...
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Luminescence properties of TeOx-2%Eu1.5%Tb1.5%Dy thin films annealing under an oxidizing atmosphere
Dane BadawczeThe DataSet contains the emission and excitation spectra of TeOx-2%Eu1.5%Tb1.5%Dy thin films. The material was obtained by the sol-gel method. The starting solution was prepared by mixing telluric acid (precursor) with thetraetylene glycol, water, and ethanol. Next, the 5% mol of rare-earth ions were added, the nitrates were used as a source of rare-earth...
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Luminescence properties of TeOx-2%Eu1.5%Tb1.5%Tm thin films annealing under an oxidizing atmosphere
Dane BadawczeThe DataSet contains the emission and excitation spectra of TeOx-2%Eu1.5%Tb1.5%Tm thin films. The material was obtained by the sol-gel method. The starting solution was prepared by mixing telluric acid (precursor) with thetraetylene glycol, water, and ethanol. Next, the 5% mol of rare-earth ions were added, the nitrates were used as a source of rare-earth...
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Luminescence properties of TeOx-1%Eu1.5%Tb2.5%Dy thin films annealing under an oxidizing atmosphere
Dane BadawczeThe DataSet contains the emission and excitation spectra of TeOx-1%Eu1.5%Tb2.5%Dy thin films. The material was obtained by the sol-gel method. The starting solution was prepared by mixing telluric acid (precursor) with thetraetylene glycol, water, and ethanol. Next, the 5% mol of rare-earth ions were added, the nitrates were used as a source of rare-earth...
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O projektowaniu ściany szczelinowej
PublikacjaW pracy przedstawiono proces weryfikacji i porównania obliczeń otrzymanych z programu bazującego na metodzie elementów skończonych z wynikami analitycznymi dla analizowanej ściany szczelinowej z przyporą ziemną. Dodatkowo autorzy dokonali krótkiego przeglądu literatury z zakresu ścian szczelinowych.
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Samonośne warstwy LSFO na bolometry wykonane technologią LTCC
PublikacjaOpisano sposób produkcji ceramicznych, przewodzących warstwtypu perowskitu z niestechiometrycznych tlenków lantanowo-strontowo żelazowych (LSFO) wykonanych technologią LTCC )low temperature co-fired ceramics). Zaprezentowano pomiary parametrów tych warstw, charakteryzujących ich przydatność do produkcji bolometrów.
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Recent advances on spinel-based protective coatings for solid oxide cell metallic interconnects produced by electrophoretic deposition
PublikacjaThe application of ceramic protective coatings to the metallic interconnects in solid oxide cells (SOCs) is a viable and effective method to limit interconnect degradation issues. This featured letter provides a critical overview of the main outcomes of current research on the use of the electrophoretic deposition (EPD) technique to produce protective coatings for SOC metallic interconnects, specifically focusing on different approaches...
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Bioactive core material for porous load-bearing implants
PublikacjaSo far state of knowledge on biodegradable materials is reviewed. Among a variety of investigated materials, those composed of polymers and ceramics may be considered as only candidates for a core material in porous titanium alloy. The collagen and chitosan among natural polymers, polyhydroxy acids among synthetic polymers, and hydroxyapatite and tricalcium phosphate among ceramics are proposed for further research. Three essential...
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Study of Phase and Chemical Composition of Bi1-xNdxFeO3 Powders Derived by Pressureless Sintering
PublikacjaIn the present paper studies on Bi1xNdxFeO3 for x =0.1-0.4 are reported. The mixed oxide method followed with pressureless sintering was employed for ceramics fabrication. Thermal behavior of stoichiometric mixtures of simple oxide powders, viz. Bi2O3, Nd2O3 and Fe2O3 was studied by simultaneous thermal analysis. It was found that with an increase in neodymium content the weight loss increased from 0.75% to 3.16% for x =0.1 and...
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Absence of superconductivity in fluorine-doped neptunium pnictide NpFeAsO
PublikacjaX-ray diffraction, specific heat, magnetic susceptibility and inelastic x-ray scattering measurements on the transurarium oxypnictides NpFeAsO and NpFeAsO0.85F0.15 are presented. No superconductivity down to 2 K was observed upon fluorine doping, contrary to the structurally analogous rare-earth pnictides. No modification of the phonon density of states was observed upon doping with fluorine. We discuss our results in light of...
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Computer-aided Analysis of Induced Sheath Voltages in High Voltage Power Cable System
PublikacjaThis paper concerns the effect of configuration of high voltage power cables on induced voltages in their metallic sheaths. One, two or three cables per phase and phase sequence of the cables are considered. Computing of the voltages was performed for a normal operation and in case of earth fault. Various ways of the sheaths bonding are considered as well. Shock hazard and voltage stress of non-metallic outer sheath of cables are...
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VIbration monitoring in reciprocating siding friction tests. Ball-on-flat contact. Sintered alumina ceramics (98%). Lubricant - PARAFFIN OIL. Specim. set K08
Dane BadawczeVIbration monitoring in reciprocating siding friction tests in ball-on-flat contact. Both specimens made of sintered alumina ceramics (98%) - self-mated contact.Linear reciprocating motion.Lubrication: PARAFFIN OIL. Sliding velocity (peak): 0.1 m/s. Load (normal force): 5N. Test rig: TPZ-1 Tribometer.Running time: progressive increments of 10, 15, 30,...
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VIbration monitoring in reciprocating siding friction tests. Ball-on-flat contact. Sintered alumina ceramics (98%). Lubricant - DISTILLED WATER. Specim. set K02
Dane BadawczeVIbration monitoring in reciprocating siding friction tests in ball-on-flat contact. Both specimens made of sintered alumina ceramics (98%) - self-mated contact.Linear reciprocating motion.Lubrication: DISTILLED WATER. Sliding velocity (peak): 0.1 m/s. Load (normal force): 5N. Test rig: TPZ-1 Tribometer.Running time: progressive increments of 10, 15,...
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VIbration monitoring in reciprocating siding friction tests. Ball-on-flat contact. Sintered alumina ceramics (98%). Lubricant - DISTILLED WATER. Specim. set K06
Dane BadawczeVIbration monitoring in reciprocating siding friction tests in ball-on-flat contact. Both specimens made of sintered alumina ceramics (98%) - self-mated contact.Linear reciprocating motion.Lubrication: DISTILLED WATER. Sliding velocity (peak): 0.1 m/s. Load (normal force): 5N. Test rig: TPZ-1 Tribometer.Running time: progressive increments of 10, 15,...
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VIbration monitoring in reciprocating siding friction tests. Ball-on-flat contact. Sintered alumina ceramics (98%). Lubricant - DISTILLED WATER. Specim. set K07
Dane BadawczeVIbration monitoring in reciprocating siding friction tests in ball-on-flat contact. Both specimens made of sintered alumina ceramics (98%) - self-mated contact.Linear reciprocating motion.Lubrication: DISTILLED WATER. Sliding velocity (peak): 0.1 m/s. Load (normal force): 5N. Test rig: TPZ-1 Tribometer.Running time: progressive increments of 10, 15,...
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Material Design and Optimisation of Electrochemical Li-Ion Storage Properties of Ternary Silicon Oxycarbide/Graphite/Tin Nanocomposites
PublikacjaIn this work, we present the characterization and electrochemical performance of various ternary silicon oxycarbide/graphite/tin (SiOC/C/Sn) nanocomposites as anodes for lithium-ion batteries. In binary SiOC/Sn composites, tin nanoparticles may be produced in situ via carbothermal reduction of SnO2 to metallic Sn, which consumes free carbon from the SiOC ceramic phase, thereby limiting the carbon content in the final ceramic nanocomposite....
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Autogenous Fiber Laser Welding of 316L Austenitic and 2304 Lean Duplex Stainless Steels
PublikacjaThis study presents results of experimental tests on quality of dissimilar welded joints between 316L austenitic and 2304 lean duplex stainless steels, welded without ceramic backing. Fiber laser welded butt joints at a thickness of 8 mm were subjected to non‐destructive testing (visual and penetrant), destructive testing (static tensile test, bending test, and microhardness measurements) and structure observations (macro‐ and...
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Internet photogrammetry as a tool for e-learning
PublikacjaAlong with Internet development, there were interactive applications which allow for remote sensing and photogrammetric analysis. An example of an application that can provide Earth images and make it possible to measure distances in these images is Google Earth. The authors, who have experience from 2001-2015 argue that it is possible and it is important to create more advanced photogrammetric network applications. In this there...
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An insight into craft activities in rural areas of Dalmatia province - first data on iron working at the Roman settlement in Lopar (Island of Rab)
PublikacjaWithin multidisciplinary research carried out at Podšilo bay in Lopar on the island of Rab (north-eastern Adriatic), on the bases of movable finds and, possibly, geophysical measurements, evidence of ironworking has been detected within a Roman rural site where ceramic building materials production was ascertained before. Preliminary analyses of several samples of slug, iron objects and nearby collected minerals support the...
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9 - Solid oxide fuel and electrolysis cells
PublikacjaIn this chapter, the fundamental reactions, the geometrical designs, the material requirements, and the status of SOFCs and SOECs are presented. In the following seven chapters, the most important components of an SOC are described and the chapter ends with a summary and outlook. The described components are: (i) oxygen-ion conductors (electrolyte), (ii) anode materials for SOFCs (cathode in SOEC mode), (iii) cathode materials...
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Routing decisions independent of queuing delays in broadband leo networks
PublikacjaThis paper presents an analysis of queuing and propagation delays of Inter-Satellite Links (ISLs) in broadband Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite networks. It is shown that queuing delays are negligible in all reasonable working conditions of the broadband ISL network. This fact makes it possible to simplify the routing protocols in such networks and permits using already known multi-commodity flow solutions for routing. The performance...
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Sol-gel derived TeO2:RE powders
Dane BadawczeTellurium dioxide powders doped by Europium or Dysprosium were prepared by sol-gel method. Samples were annealed in ix of Ar and O2 atomosphere at 600 degrees. Presence of rare earth dopants and Te4+ phase was confirmed by X-Ray Photoemission Spectroscopy method (XPS). For XPS measurements samples with 1 atomic % and 5 atomic % of dopand were selected.
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Optymalizacja warunków pracy grubowarstwowych bolometrów LSFO
PublikacjaOpisano sposób produkcji bolometrów wykorzystujących ceramiczne, przewodzące warstwy typu perowskitu z niestechiometrycznych tlenków lantanowo-strontowo żelazowych (LSFO) wykonanych technologią LTCC (Low Temperature Co-fired Ceramics). Zaprezentowano wyniki pomiarów parametrów tych bolometrów oraz pozwalające na wybór optymalnych warunków pracy.
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Wear in reciprocating siding friction tests. Ball-on-flat contact. Sintered alumina ceramics (98%). Lubricant - PARAFFIN OIL. Specim. set K09 - full run
Dane BadawczeFriction and wear tests in ball-on-flat contact. Both specimens made of sintered alumina ceramics (98%) - self-mated contact.Linear reciprocating motion.Lubrication: PARAFFIN OIL. Sliding velocity (peak): 0.1 m/s. Load (normal force): 5N. Test rig: TPZ-1 Tribometer.Running time: progressive increments of 10, 15, 30, 60, 180 and 300s. (stored in separate...
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Specimen running-in. Prep. to sliding friction tests. Ring-on-ring contact. Sintered alumina ceramics (98%). Paraffin oil lubrication. Specimen set #24 - #25.
Dane BadawczeSpecimen running-in procedure. Preparation to sliding friction tests in ring-on-ring contact. Sintered alumina ceramics (98%) in self-mated contact. Lubrication: paraffin oil. Sliding velocity: 0.2 m/s. Mean contact stress: 10 MPa. Test rig: PT-3 Tribometer. Specimen set #24 (upper, rotating), #25 (lower, non-rotating)CZ_PRZYS.MAT - accelerometerMOM_TAR.MAT...
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Specimen running-in. Prep. to sliding friction tests. Ring-on-ring contact. Sintered alumina ceramics (98%). Paraffin oil lubrication. Specimen set #28 - #29.
Dane BadawczeSpecimen running-in procedure. Preparation to sliding friction tests in ring-on-ring contact. Sintered alumina ceramics (98%) in self-mated contact. Lubrication: paraffin oil. Sliding velocity: 0.2 m/s. Mean contact stress: 10 MPa. Test rig: PT-3 Tribometer. Specimen set #28 (upper, rotating), #29 (lower, non-rotating)CZ_PRZYS.MAT - accelerometerMOM_TAR.MAT...
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Specimen running-in. Prep. to sliding friction tests. Ring-on-ring contact. Sintered alumina ceramics (98%). Paraffin oil lubrication. Specimen set #30 - #31.
Dane BadawczeSpecimen running-in procedure. Preparation to sliding friction tests in ring-on-ring contact. Sintered alumina ceramics (98%) in self-mated contact. Lubrication: paraffin oil. Sliding velocity: 0.2 m/s. Mean contact stress: 10 MPa. Test rig: PT-3 Tribometer. Specimen set #30 (upper, rotating), #31 (lower, non-rotating)CZ_PRZYS.MAT - accelerometerMOM_TAR.MAT...
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Specimen running-in. Prep. to sliding friction tests. Ring-on-ring contact. Sintered alumina ceramics (98%). Paraffin oil lubrication. Specimen set #20 - #21.
Dane BadawczeSpecimen running-in procedure. Preparation to sliding friction tests in ring-on-ring contact. Sintered alumina ceramics (98%) in self-mated contact. Lubrication: paraffin oil. Sliding velocity: 0.2 m/s. Mean contact stress: 10 MPa. Test rig: PT-3 Tribometer. Specimen set #20 (upper, rotating), #21 (lower, non-rotating)CZ_PRZYS.MAT - accelerometerMOM_TAR.MAT...
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Specimen running-in. Prep. to sliding friction tests. Ring-on-ring contact. Sintered alumina ceramics (98%). Paraffin oil lubrication. Specimen set #22 - #23.
Dane BadawczeSpecimen running-in procedure. Preparation to sliding friction tests in ring-on-ring contact. Sintered alumina ceramics (98%) in self-mated contact. Lubrication: paraffin oil. Sliding velocity: 0.2 m/s. Mean contact stress: 10 MPa. Test rig: PT-3 Tribometer. Specimen set #22 (upper, rotating), #23 (lower, non-rotating)CZ_PRZYS.MAT - accelerometerMOM_TAR.MAT...
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Specimen running-in. Prep. to sliding friction tests. Ring-on-ring contact. Sintered alumina ceramics (98%). Paraffin oil lubrication. Specimen set #28 - #29.
Dane BadawczeSpecimen running-in procedure. Preparation to sliding friction tests in ring-on-ring contact. Sintered alumina ceramics (98%) in self-mated contact. Lubrication: paraffin oil. Sliding velocity: 0.2 m/s. Mean contact stress: 10 MPa. Test rig: PT-3 Tribometer. Specimen set #28 (upper, rotating), #29 (lower, non-rotating)CZ_PRZYS.MAT - accelerometerMOM_TAR.MAT...
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Specimen running-in. Prep. to sliding friction tests. Ring-on-ring contact. Sintered alumina ceramics (98%). Paraffin oil lubrication. Specimen set #26 - #27.
Dane BadawczeSpecimen running-in procedure. Preparation to sliding friction tests in ring-on-ring contact. Sintered alumina ceramics (98%) in self-mated contact. Lubrication: paraffin oil. Sliding velocity: 0.2 m/s. Mean contact stress: 10 MPa. Test rig: PT-3 Tribometer. Specimen set #26 (upper, rotating), #27 (lower, non-rotating)CZ_PRZYS.MAT - accelerometerMOM_TAR.MAT...
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Tellurite based glass doped by Eu3+ ions - XPS measurements
Dane BadawczeEu3+ doped tellurite glass ceramics containing SrF2 nanocrystals were prepared using melt quenching technique and subsequent heat treatment of glass in 370 °C for different time periods. Thermal properties of glass matrix have been determined based on DSC measurements. XRD and XPS results confirmed formation of SrF2 nanocrystals in glass matrices after...
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Characterization of PLZT Thin Films for Fast Electro-Optical Sampling Circuits
PublikacjaW artykule omówiono technologię wytwarzania cienkich warstw wybranych kompozycji ceramik ołowiowo-lantanowo-cyrkonowo-tytanowych, nazywanych ceramikami PLZT. Przedstawiono wyniki badań jakości warstw za pomocą techniki XRD. wyniki pomiaru grubości warstw, ich względnej przenikalności dielektrycznej i współczynnika załamania. Omówiono kierunki dalszych prac.
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Design of mm-wave MIC frequency multiplayers and mixers using simple microstrip high-pass filters
PublikacjaPrzedyskutowano podstawowe wymagania dotyczące impedancji elementów półprzewodnikowych wykorzystywanych w mieszaczach i powielaczach częstotliwości projektowanych dla zakresu fal milimetrowych. Określono typy układów filtrujących niezbędnych w różnych częściach układów, podkreślając znaczenie filtrów górnoprzepustowych. Mikropaskowy filtr ze zwartym brzegiem został wykonany i zaimplementowany w mieszaczu pracującym w zakresie 20-40GHz.
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Investigations on the removal of hydrophobic odorous volatile organic compounds by biotrickling filtration monitored with electronic nose
PublikacjaThe presented paper presents the results of research on the removal of selected hydrophobic volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from their mixture with air by means of a trickled-bed biofiltration. The efficiency of the removal of toluene and α-pinene, as model VOCs, in a three-section biotrickling filter is evaluated using GCFID and additionally monitored with an electronic nose. The results show that the removal of the model mixture...
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Geometrically Nonlinear Analysis of Functionally Graded Shells Based on 2-D Cosserat Constitutive Model
PublikacjaIn this paper geometrically nonlinear analysis of functionally graded shells in 6-parameter shell theory is presented. It is assumed that the shell consists of two constituents: ceramic and metal. The mechanical properties are graded through the thickness and are described by power law distribution. Formulation based on 2-D Cosserat constitutive model is used to derive constitutive relation for functionally graded shells. Numerical...
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System of protection against electric shock for circuits with power electronics converters
PublikacjaModern low voltage circuits are very often equipped with power electronics converters, therefore in these circuits non-sinusoidal earth currents (touch currents) may occur. For non-sinusoidal currents safety criteria should be modified. This paper presents these modified criteria and a computer system of protection against electric shock which can be implemented in circuits with power electronics converters. The system is based...
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Gigantic electro-chemo-mechanical properties of nanostructured praseodymium doped ceria
PublikacjaSome oxygen defective fluorites are non-Newnham electrostrictors, i.e., the electromechanical response does not depend on their dielectric properties. Here, we show gigantic electrostriction in nanocrystalline 25 mol% praseodymium doped ceria (PCO) bulk ceramics. The material was fabricated with a fieldassisted spark plasma sintering (SPS) process from high-purity nanoscale PCO powders (<20 nm). The SPS process consolidates the...
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Self-Organized Nanotubular Oxide Layers on Ti and Ti Alloys
PublikacjaTo improve bioactivity of titanium and titanium, the implant surface modification by formation of self-organized TiO2 nanotube arrays with electrochemical techniques is presented. The influence of electrolyte composition and deposition parameters during anodization is characterized. The enhancement of phosphates deposition by titanium nanotubular structure is discussed. The calcium phosphate ceramics is shown to be uniformly deposited...
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Satellite Laser Ranging technique as a tool for the determination of the Schwarzschild, de Sitter and Lense-Thirring effects
PublikacjaSatellite Laser Ranging (SLR) is a modern technique used in various research areas and applications related to geodesy and geodynamics. It is commonly used for tasks such as establishing the International Terrestrial Reference Frame (ITRF), monitoring Earth Orientation Parameters (EOP), determining the geocenter, measuring fundamental physical constants, calibrating microwave tracking techniques, conducting time transfer experiments,...