A probabilistic stress-strain relationship model for steel bars including the non-uniform corrosion effects in chloride environments by Qin Zhang, Xinguo Guo, Haitao Zhao, Dongkang Hu, Xianglin Gu, Rongqing Li

“…An accelerated corrosion test followed by a monotonic tensile test was conducted on 66 groups of steel bar specimens with varying design parameters and the effects of key factors such as corrosion levels, steel bar diameters and corrosion conditions on the non-uniform corrosion and mechanical properties of the steel bars were analyzed emphatically. …”
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A Simplified Analysis Model for Predicting the Crack Width and Deflection of Reinforced UHPC Shallow T-Shaped Beams Under Four-Point Bending by Zhe Zhang, Yichuan Wang, Binchen Yuan, Ping Zhu

“…These findings demonstrate that the simplified analysis model proposed is accessible and accurate for predicting the deflection and crack width of reinforced UHPC shallow T-shaped beams, which has the potential to be a valuable reference for the design and calculation of such beams.…”
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Optimization of microwave-assisted hydrolysis of glucose from oil palm empty fruit bunch by Maya Sarah, Isti Madinah, Erni Misran, Fatimah

“…In this study, optimization was carried out using Response Surface Methodology (RSM) with a Central Composite Design (CCD) experimental design. Estimated variables to affect the hydrolysis process are the ratio of OPEFB to solvent (X1: 1:20–4:20 g/ml), solvent concentration (X2: 0.5–1.5 %), and hydrolysis time (X3: 5–15 min). …”
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Creation of Structural Polymer Composite Materials for Functional Application Using Physicochemical Modification by Aleksandr E. Kolosov, Volodymyr I. Sivetskii, Elena P. Kolosova, Volodymyr V. Vanin, Aleksandr V. Gondlyakh, Dmytro E. Sidorov, Igor I. Ivitskiy

“…The results of the survey can be used in the design of advanced technologies for the creation of functional polymer composites of functional application.…”
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Electronic Study Guides for Applied Bachelor’s Degree Programs by D. V. Maltsev, E. M. Genson, D. S. Repetskiy

“…The result of the analysis was the development of requirements for the ESG design for the discipline «Structure and calculation of engines». …”
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Effects of Partial Supporting Pile Removal from Deep Foundation Pits by Shallow Excavation Method in Loess Areas by Yunxin Zheng, Zhiping Hu, Xiang Ren, Rui Wang, Enxiang Zhang, Zhao Long

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Advanced zero-optical-distance Mini-LEDs technology with high-luminance composite light-guides for displays by Zhi Ting Ye, Yen Lung Chen, Yu Fu Hsu, Ting Shuo Li, Ku huan Liu, Chun-Nien Liu

“…This design expands the distribution, which increases the spacing between light sources and reduces the optical mixing distance (OMD). …”
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Rule of Law and Democratic Decline During States of Emergency – The Case of the Czech Republic by Jana Janderová

“…It aims to understand the correlation between the rule of law, the legitimacy of measures taken during the pandemic, and the public’s willingness to comply with these measures. Design/Methodology/Approach: The paper employs a comparative study design, examining the consistency of pandemic measures with the core principles of the rule of law – legality, proportionality, and legitimate expectations. …”
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Long-term Air Pollution Exposure Impact on COVID-19 Morbidity in China by Yihan Wu, Qingming Zhan, Qunshan Zhao

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Micro CT evaluation of marginal discrepancies of endocrown restored molars with different intrapulpal depths and materials of fabrication. (in-vitro study) by Mohamed Aly Mohamed Badr Elagwany, Amina Mohamed Hamdy, Maged Mohamed Zohdy, Aliaa Mahrous, Ahmed Tawfik, Soha Osama Nabih

“…Abstract Objective The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of different preparation depths (0, 2 and 4 mm) of different restoration designs (classic endocrown design versus overlay design) on marginal adaptation of restorations fabricated of two different restorative materials (lithium disilicate and PEEK). …”
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Highway Performance Evaluation Index in Semiarid Climate Region Based on Fuzzy Mathematics by Sanqiang Yang, Meng Guo, Xinlei Liu, Pidong Wang, Qian Li, Haiqing Liu

“…Accurate evaluation and analysis of expressway pavement performance is a prerequisite for determining the pavement design scheme and maintenance scheme. Due to the fuzziness and randomness of many factors affecting the pavement performance, this paper relies on the reconstruction and expansion project of Xinglin section of the Taihang mountain expressway, a method of highway pavement performance evaluation based on fuzzy mathematics is proposed. …”
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Murine model for chronic rhinosinusitis: an interventional study by Amr F. Hamour, John JW. Lee, Ewa Wasilewski, Eric Monteiro, John M. Lee, Allan Vescan, Lakshmi P. Kotra

“…This model may be used to evaluate the efficacy of therapeutics designed to target CRS.…”
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SYMBOLIC ANALYSIS OF CLASSICAL NEURAL NETWORKS FOR DEEP LEARNING by Vladimir Milićević, Igor Franc, Maja Lutovac Banduka, Nemanja Zdravković, Nikola Dimitrijević

“…This unique original method can help scientists and programmers design complex machine learning algorithms and understand how deep learning algorithms work. …”
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Nearly One in Three Lactating Mothers Is Suffering from Inadequate Dietary Diversity in Amhara Region, Northwest Ethiopia by Netsanet Fentahun, Elisabeth Alemu

“…A community-based cross-sectional study design was employed on 416 systematically selected lactating mothers from March 1–30, 2018. …”
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Effect of a closed-loop medication order executive system on safe medication administration at a tertiary hospital: a quasi-experimental study by Xuwen Yin, Haiyan Song, Jieyu Lu, Jing Yang, Rong Wang, Zheng Lin, Shudi Jiang, Hui Yuan, Xumei Wang, Dongmei Xu, Chunhong Gao, Yuan Zhou, Jiayi Xu, Chen Chen, Chenyu Gu, Qingqing Diao, Fang Li, Zejuan Gu

“…Objective: To evaluate the long-term effects of implementing a closed-loop medication order executive system on the safe clinical use of medications. Design: A quasi-experimental design. Method: Data from 2017 to 2023 were extracted and retrospectively analyzed. …”
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Peptide-Based Vaccinology: Experimental and Computational Approaches to Target Hypervariable Viruses through the Fine Characterization of Protective Epitopes Recognized by Monoclon... by Matteo Castelli, Francesca Cappelletti, Roberta Antonia Diotti, Giuseppe Sautto, Elena Criscuolo, Matteo Dal Peraro, Nicola Clementi

“…We will list the main strategies aiming to design a new vaccine preparation conferring the protection of a neutralizing mAb combined with an effective cell-mediated response.…”
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Effect of Intelligent Reflecting Surface on WSN Communication With Access Points Configuration by Mahmoud Z. Iskandarani

“…This simulation is critical in terms of design, as it shows the spread of the SNR values in relation to both WSN sensor nodes and access points graphically and analytically.…”
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Anthocyanin-Rich Blackcurrant Supplementation as a Nutraceutical Ergogenic Aid for Exercise Performance and Recovery: A Narrative Review by Mark ET Willems, Sam D Blacker, Stefano Montanari, Matthew D Cook

“…This review included 17 studies with a randomized placebo-controlled crossover design (10 studies on performance and 8 on recovery effects) and 1 with a randomized placebo-controlled parallel group design (recovery effects). …”
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Coherent Optics for Passive Optical Networks: Flexible Access, Rapid Burst Detection, and Simplified Structure by Guangying Yang, Yixiao Zhu, Ziheng Zhang, Lina Man, Xiatao Huang, Xingang Huang, Weisheng Hu

“…This paper provides a comprehensive review of the development of coherent PONs, particularly in aspects of preamble design for burst-mode detection in upstream scenarios, the design of flexible rate PONs in downstream scenarios, and solutions for reducing hardware complexity at the ONU side.…”
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Consumer’s Purchase Intention Towards Sustainable Fashion Products: Effect of Perceived Consumer Effectiveness and Attitude by Annisa Tusholihah, Liza Nora

“…Purpose: This research aims to determine the influence of perceived consumer effectiveness on consumer intentions to buy sustainable fashion products with attitude as a mediating variable. Design/methodology/approach: conducted using a quantitative design. …”
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