A Rising E-Channel Tide Lifts All Boats? The Impact of Manufacturer Multichannel Encroachment on Traditional Selling and Leasing by Wei Yan, Youwei Li, Ying Wu, Mark Palmer

“…Our main results indicate that, direct selling cost aside, product durability plays an important role in shaping the strategies of all members. …”
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Assessment of Strength Properties of Concrete Produced Using Scoria as Coarse Aggregates. by Kasozi, Chrisestom

“…Further research should however be carried out to investigate the long-term durability and performance of scoria-based concrete and to study its microstructure.…”
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Assessment of Records Management Practices at Uganda College of Commerce Kabale. by Tukamushaba, Olivia

“…Proposed solutions included ensuring retention and durability, providing secure storage, offering continuous training programs, acknowledging the diversity of paper and electronic records, maintaining authenticity, proper disposal, and utilizing computer-based management practices. …”
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Assessing the Effect of Partial Replacement of Fine Aggregates in Concrete with Iron Ore Tailings in Kigezi Sub-Region. by Musasizi, Allan

“…Further research should however be carried out to investigate the durability and performance of IOT-based concrete.…”
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Comparative Study of the Effect of Pumice Sand, River Sand, and Quarry Dust as Fine Aggregates on the Unit Weight of Concrete. by Niyonzima, Richard

“…It can affect the strength, permeability, and durability of the mix. Different types of fine aggregates can result in different concrete properties, making it important to study and understand the influence of unit weight on the behavior of concrete. …”
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Individually moulded silicone dressing in full thickness skin grafts by Michael Götting, Rahel Zibell, Markus Jungehülsing

“…Charts of 24 patients who had undergone reconstruction with full thickness skin graft from the neck after surgery for skin tumors in the head from November 2017 to October 2020, were reviewed retrospectively to quantify the degree of post-operative graft loss and durability of the dressing. Conclusion Medical silicone based on venylpolysiloxane is a safe and durable dressing which makes postoperative dressing changes expendable. …”
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Influence of Freeze-Thaw Damage on the Steel Corrosion and Bond-Slip Behavior in the Reinforced Concrete by Fangzhi Zhu, Zhiming Ma, Tiejun Zhao

“…The steel corrosion and bond-slip behavior of reinforced concrete should be considered serious under freeze-thaw cycles environment, which significantly impact the durability and safety of concrete structure.…”
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Advancements and Innovations in Marine Fuel Technology by Liu Yimeng

“…Yet, its use is limited by poor combustion characteristics and high corrosiveness, which pose challenges for engine design and material durability. This article delves into the advantages and limitations of these three fuels, focusing on aspects such as corrosion resistance, transportation logistics, pollution levels, friction reduction, and combustion efficiency. …”
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Elastomeric Polymers for Retrofitting of Reinforced Concrete Structures against the Explosive Effects of Blast by S. N. Raman, T. Ngo, P. Mendis, T. Pham

“…Considering that the polymer coating can also act as a protective layer in improving the durability of structural materials, this technique can also be optimized favorably to enhance the overall sustainability of structures.…”
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Effect of Desliming of Tailings on the Fresh and Hardened Properties of Paste Backfill Made from Alkali-Activated Slag by Ferdi Cihangir, Yunus Akyol

“…The beneficial effect of the use of alkali-activated slags (AASs) on the mechanical and durability properties of CPB of sulphide-rich tailings has been recently reported. …”
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Study on the Stress Relaxation Behavior of Large Diameter B-GFRP Bars Using FBG Sensing Technology by Li Guo-wei, Pei Hua-Fu, Hong Cheng-yu

“…Corrosion of steel tendons in certain aggressive environments could lead to durability problems of civil engineering. More recently, fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) rods have been introduced in the market as tendons for prestressed concrete structures because of their lower modulus behavior. …”
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Applicability of Agro-Waste Materials in Structural Systems for Building Construction: A Scoping Review by Hediye Kumbasaroglu, Atila Kumbasaroglu

“…However, challenges such as variability in material properties, limited long-term durability data, and lack of standardized guidelines hinder their broader adoption. …”
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Comparison of Conventional and Advanced Concrete Technologies in terms of Construction Efficiency by Matej Špak, Mária Kozlovská, Zuzana Struková, Renáta Bašková

“…For instance, reducing of construction time and construction material, construction quality improving, environmental impact minimizing, and increasing of both durability and lifetime of structures as well as reducing of total construction costs may be obtained. …”
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Enhanced Fault Detection in Solar Photovoltaic Modules Using VMD-LSTM Model by Sikandar Shah Syed, Bin Li

“…Our model which has been validated using a PSCAD simulation model, shows notable improvements in accuracy and durability of more than 92% after undergoing thorough testing on a simulated PV system that allows for several fault types and their severities when compared to existing methods.…”
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Nanocatalysis: Academic Discipline and Industrial Realities by Sandro Olveira, Simon P. Forster, Stefan Seeger

“…We found that scientists today are able to prepare nanocatalysts with superior characteristics regarding activity, selectivity, durability, and recoverability, which will contribute to solve current environmental, social, and industrial problems. …”
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Time Scale of Chloride-Induced Corrosion on Circular Section RC Linked Accelerated Test to Natural Corrosion by Yue Zhang, Fangyan Lan, Mi Zhou, Ke Wang

“…The time scale in accelerated decay is essential for studying the durability of reinforced concrete (RC) structures exposed to the chloride corrosion environment. …”
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Pellet Production from Green Pistachio Shell Waste with Varying Levels in Livestock Feed by kazem laei, Mohammad Hossein Kianmehr, Ghanbar laei

“…Mechanical properties like durability and toughness improved most at 80°C, 50% additives, and 0.5 mm particle size. …”
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Novel Systems and Membrane Technologies for Carbon Capture by Eshorame Samuel Sanni, Emmanuel Rotimi Sadiku, Emeka Emmanuel Okoro

“…For instance, some membranes are hydrophobic in nature, which makes them unsuitable for carbon capture operations; hence, it is necessary to consider modifying properties such as thermal stability, chemical stability, permeability, nature of the raw/starting material, thickness, durability, and surface area which can enhance the performance of these systems. …”
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Integration of a 3D-Printed Façade Unit in a Curtain Wall System by Francesco Milano, Ringo Perez Gamote, Nik Eftekhar Olivo, Valeria Piccioni, Po Yen Chen, Caitlin Gallagher, Arno Schlüter, Benjamin Dillenburger, Andreas Luible, Fabio Gramazio, Matthias Kohler

“… Plastic materials, known for their lightweight, formability, transparency, and durability, are the state of the art for building façade applications. …”
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Determination of the optimal horizontal boring mill for the repair of the pipe-rolling reduction-stretching mill’s body stands by O. N. Filonchik

“…In the process of surfacing medium-carbon steels, carbides are formed, which leads to a sharp increase in hardness in the zone of thermal influence, which affects the durability of carbide plates and processing accuracy.It is necessary to consider the geometric shape, dimensions, weight and material of the part while choosing equipment for repairing the body stand. …”
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