Peripheral Artery Disease Intervention: Drug-Coated Balloon vs Drug-Eluting Stent, A Long-Term Comparison by Nathan Marzlin, M. Fuad Jan, Louie Kostopoulos, Ana Cristina Perez Moreno, Tanvir Bajwa, Suhail Q. Allaqaband

“…The aim of the study is to evaluate current trends and long-term durability of both drug-eluting stents (DES) and drug-coated balloons (DCB) in the treatment of peripheral artery disease (PAD). …”
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Integration of fly ash and ground granulated blast furnace slag into palm oil fuel ash based geopolymer concrete: a review by Ying Yi Tan, Hanizam Awang, Noor Haida Mohd Kaus

“…Therefore, integration of FA and GGBS in POFA geopolymer may enhanced the mechanical and durability qualities. Further study is required to optimize the composition of POFA, FA and GGBS in the mix, and researching new, cost-effective alkaline activators obtained from waste products offers another avenue for boosting the efficiency of geopolymer synthesis.…”

Influence of Silane‐Treated Jute/Kenaf Fibers on the Mechanical Properties of Polymer Composites for Biomedical Applications: Optimization Using RSM and ANN Approaches by R. Saravanan, S. Jothi Arunachalam, T. Sathish, Jayant Giri, Muhammad Imam Ammarullah

“…This optimized composite formulation holds promise for use in biomedical applications requiring high mechanical strength and durability, such as in prosthetic materials and orthopedic implants, where enhanced flexural strength and hardness are critical for longevity and performance.…”
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Biophysics and electrophysiology of pulsed field ablation in normal and infarcted porcine cardiac ventricular tissue by Damijan Miklavčič, Atul Verma, Philippa R. P. Krahn, Jernej Štublar, Bor Kos, Terenz Escartin, Peter Lombergar, Nicolas Coulombe, Maria Terricabras, Tomaž Jarm, Matej Kranjc, Jennifer Barry, Lars Mattison, Nicole Kirchhof, Daniel C. Sigg, Mark Stewart, Graham Wright

“…Periprocedural electrograms analysis yields good correlation with lesion durability and size.…”
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Impact of various additives and their combinations on the consolidation characteristics of clayey soil by Soheila Shojamoghadam, Arash Rajaee, Saeed Abrishami

“…Abstract Improving highway bases is the most crucial step that enhances pavements’ performance and long-term durability. Lime and Portland cement are commonly used in soil stabilization endeavors. …”
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Generating a Full Cycle of Alternative Current Using a Triboelectric Nanogenerator for Energy Harvesting by Aso Ali Abdalmohammed Shateri, Fengling Zhuo, Nazifi Sani Shuaibu, Rui Wan, Liangquan Xu, Dinku Hazarika, Bikash Gyawali, Xiaozhi Wang

“…Additionally, the device durability, capable of withstanding over 1,000,000 cycles, makes it highly effective for powering small electronic devices, such as charging capacitors and illuminating commercial LEDs. …”
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Comparison of the strength of resistance spot-welded, bonded, and hybrid single lap joints: A numerical investigation by Murat Demiral, Ali Mamedov

“…The study examined three adhesives (SikaPower 423 L1, Araldite AV138, Araldite 2015), three spot-welding diameters, and three adherend thicknesses to provide detailed insights for optimizing joint designs, enhancing reliability and durability in complex engineering applications. The results indicate that the hybrid joint employing SikaPower 423 L1 adhesive achieved an energy absorption of 14.4 J, representing a 22 % improvement over the resistance spot-welded (RSW) joint. …”
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Design and Prototyping of Solar Operated Fertilizer Sprayer. by Nduhura, Whycliffee

“…The materials of construction were selected basing on strength, availability and durability. During the design process, the required solar panel, pump, battery and angle of solar panel inclination were obtained based on the required output of 3litres/min of the chemical. …”
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Electronic Records Management and Office Organization: A Case Study of Rugarama Hospital. by Nimusiima, Talent

“…The study finding on the possible solutions to the challenges faced in implementing records management practices at Uganda College of Commerce Kabale were; retention and durability, provision of storage and security, establishing ongoing programs for training in managing records, recognizing this multi-format reality of paper and electronic records, maintaining the authenticity and trustworthiness of records management practices, proper disposal and use of a computer based records management practices. …”
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Investigating the Performance of Epoxy Concentrations in the Self-Healing of Concrete. by Manzi, Evans Evalist

“…Formation of cracks may result due to the shrinkage effects during curing and mechanical loading which deteriorate the concrete performance especially in terms of durability aspect. Traditional methods of repair often involve human intervention and significant costs. …”
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A novel 3D analytical model and numerical study of bimorph piezoelectric actuators in d33 mode by A. Almusallam, M.A. Belaid

“…Furthermore, the fringe effect doubles the Ep intensity along the x−y plane at the edges of the electrode and reduces it by 40% in the x−z and y−z planes, affecting actuator performance, durability and structural integrity due to the localized strain intensification S3. …”
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Design and Evaluation of an Electromagnetic Bounce-Type Refreshable Braille Display by Dapeng Chen, Song Zhang, Lianshun Shen, Chenkai Li, Jianying Hua, Jia Liu, Aiguo Song

“…It also has the advantages of low cost, low energy consumption, reliability, and durability, providing an easy-to-promote tool for BVI to read digital information.…”
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Effect of ON and OFF Axis Open Hole Tensile Testing of GFRP/Epoxy Composites by Sunith Babu Loganathan, Ashok Kumar Krishnappa, Jaya Christiyan Kumaravelu Grace Jesu Bai, Ritin Pavirala, Rajesh Mathivanan

“…Composites are widely used for different applications in engineering mainly due to their tailored benefits, durability, reduced maintenance, and enhanced performance. …”
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Flexible Bench-Scale Recirculating Flow CPC Photoreactor for Solar Photocatalytic Degradation of Methylene Blue Using Removable TiO2 Immobilized on PET Sheets by Doaa M. EL-Mekkawi, Norhan Nady, Nourelhoda A. Abdelwahab, Walied A. A. Mohamed, M. S. A. Abdel-Mottaleb

“…Chemical oxygen demand (COD) analyses reveal the complete mineralization of MB. Durability of TiO2/PET composite was also tested under sunlight irradiation. …”
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Study on the Application of a Photocatalytic Titanium Dioxide Coating on Glass Beads for the Treatment of Perfluorooctane Sulfonic Acid by Dao Duy Nam, Cao Thi Hong Hanh, Nghiem Minh Huyen, Dieu-Anh Van, Ha Vinh Hung, Vu Minh Trang, Vu Quang Minh, Nguyen Bich Ngoc, Vu Thi Thu Ha, Huynh Trung Hai

“…In this study, a low-content titanium dioxide (TiO2) photocatalyst coated on glass beads was synthesized through a simple method and showed improved activity and durability. This material exhibited easy recovery and potential for large-scale applications. …”
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Effects of Biostabilization on Engineering Properties of Geomaterials by Shengting Li, Chenyi Luo, Yi Yang, Lvzhen Yang, Lijian Wu, Tuo Huang, Zhuangji Wang

“…Biostabilization is a newly proposed method to improve the strength and durability of geomaterials, and it can serve as an alternative to chemical and mechanical stabilization. …”
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Graphene-Based, Flexible, Wearable Piezoresistive Sensors with High Sensitivity for Tiny Pressure Detection by Rui Li, Jiahao Hu, Yalong Li, Yi Huang, Lin Wang, Mohan Huang, Zhikun Wang, Junlang Chen, Yan Fan, Liang Chen

“…Flexible, wearable, piezoresistive sensors have significant potential for applications in wearable electronics and electronic skin fields due to their simple structure and durability. Highly sensitive, flexible, piezoresistive sensors with the ability to monitor laryngeal articulatory vibration supply a new, more comfortable and versatile way to aid communication for people with speech disorders. …”
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Al2O3/Al hybrid nanolaminates with superior toughness, strength and ductility by Paul Baral, Sahar Jaddi, Hui Wang, Andrey Orekhov, Nicolas Gauquelin, Alireza Bagherpour, Frederik Van Loock, Michaël Coulombier, Audrey Favache, Morgan Rusinowicz, Johan Verbeeck, Stéphane Lucas, Jean-Pierre Raskin, Hosni Idrissi, Thomas Pardoen

“…Abstract Amorphous alumina is hard but brittle like all ceramic type materials which affects durability under impact or scratch. Here we show that alumina layers below 100 nm thickness when stacked with aluminum interlayers exhibit exceptional performances including toughness equal to 300 J.m−2 determined by on chip nanomechanics. …”
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Evaluating lead leaching from uPVC pipes into drinking water: Characterization with SEM-EDX and ICP-OES by Yassin T.H. Mehdar

“…Its prevalence in the piping industry is a testament to its versatility, durability, and cost-effectiveness. These uPVC pipes are generally considered safe for use in many applications, there are some health concerns associated with them. …”
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Investigating the techniques used for improving the aerodynamic performance of Archimedes spiral wind turbines: A comprehensive review and future work avenues by Ahmed Essa Faisal, Chin Wai Lim, Balasem Abdulameer Jabbar Al-Quraishi, Gamal Alkawsi, Chung Hong Tan, Jassinnee Milano, Chen Chai Phing, Khaled Al-Farhany, Sieh Kiong Tiong

“…These include investigating the synergistic relationships of key blade dimensions such as diameter, length, and blade angle, concurrent with the development of more efficient augmentation systems, and improving advanced materials used to increase durability and reduce solidity. The analysis also compares previous methodologies and offers guidance on integrating ASWTs effectively within urban areas, contributing to cleaner and more sustainable energy solutions.…”
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