A Feasibility Study on the Implementation of a Solar Powered Water Desalination Plant by John Adebisi, Eliaser Indongo, Muyiwa Amusan

“…Other parameters considered in this research are cost, water recovery ratio, salt removal factor, durability and market analysis. The research revealed that electrodialysis is the best technology for desalination in terms of efficient power consumption amidst other factors compared. …”
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Systematic Study on a Quantitative Analysis of Multicomponents by Single Marker (QAMS) Method for Simultaneous Determination of Eight Constituents in Pneumonia Mixture by UPLC-MS/M... by Haibo Zhang, Weina Xie, Jiangyun Liu, Xiaoqiang Xiang, Shilei Zhang, Junping Hu, Jianhua Yang

“…The robustness and durability of the QAMS method were investigated. RCF values calculated by the average (AVG) method and linear regression (LRG) method had good repeatability and were acceptable for quantitative analysis, and the RTT combined with the exact masses of precursor and fragment ions and their abundance could be adopted for accurately positioning the chromatographic peak of the eight constituents. …”
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The Conceptual Integration of Quality Function Deployment and Value Engineering for Product Development: A Case Study of Water Dispenser by Rosnani Ginting, Rinaldi Silalahi, M. Alwi Marunduri

“…QFD Phase 1 gives priority to the technical requirements, which are durability, and QFD Phase 2 gives priority to critical parts, namely hoses, and thermostats. …”
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Brentuximab Vedotin Treatment for Primary Refractory Hodgkin Lymphoma by Hung-Bo Wu, Shyh-An Yeh, Huei-Yung Chen

“…Serial followup of PET/CT imaging confirmed a rapid and continuous complete remission for 12 months. Although durability of the remission needs further observation, this case illustrates the excellent efficacy of brentuximab vedotin in primary refractory Hodgkin lymphoma.…”
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Investigation on Mechanical and Microstructure Properties of Steel Fiber Reinforced Concrete by Qinyuan Zhang, Wenwen Xu, Yichen Sun, Yongcheng Ji

“…Concrete cylinders with three types of steel fiber contents (0%, 1%, 2%) were selected to study the durability behavior concerning different environmental effects up to 28 days, which included tap water, 3.5% sodium chloride solution, 10% sodium sulfate solution, 5% sulfuric acid solution, 2 mol/L sodium hydroxide solution, and 100 freeze-thaw cycles. …”
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Standard of Crushing Value of Coarse Aggregates for Permeable Asphalt Mixture Based on Contact Stress between Aggregates by Tian Xiaoge, Wang Xiaofei, Yuan Huitong

“…Crushing resistance of coarse aggregate is the key to the stability and durability of the skeleton structure of permeable asphalt (PA) mixture. …”
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Investigations on The Utilization of Plastic Wastes as a Replacement of Cement in Concrete Paver Blocks. by Murungi, Waren

“…In the previous experimentations, various attempts were made to check the feasibility of plastic wastes used partially in concrete with respect to various properties of strength, water absorption, workability, durability and ductility of concrete. This paper aims to study the possibility of using plastic waste as a binding material instead of cement in the manufacturing of paver blocks. …”
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Investigations on the Utilization of Plastic Wastes as a Replacement of Cement In Concrete Paver Blocks. by Murungi, Waren

“…In the previous experimentations, various attempts were made to check the feasibility of plastic wastes used partially in concrete with respect to various properties of strength, water absorption, workability, durability and ductility of concrete. This paper aims to study the possibility of using plastic waste as a binding material instead of cement in the manufacturing of paver blocks. …”
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Assessing the Impact of Utilization of Dairy and Hospital Waste Waters on Engineering Properties of Concrete. by Bahati, Augustine

“…The hardening of cement gives strength and durability to concrete. The quality of mixing water may affect the setting, hardening, and strength of the concrete. …”
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Research hotspots and frontiers in metakaolin-based geopolymer studies: a bibliometric analysis by Peng Wang, Mingquan Ma, Fei Wang

“…Keyword analysis reveals that research hotspots include raw material optimization, synthesis mechanisms, mechanical properties, durability, and environmental applications. The evolution of research hotspots in metakaolin-based geopolymers has progressed through three distinct stages: fundamental exploration, performance enhancement, and application expansion. …”
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Advancing Microchannel Fabrication: Tool-Innovated Die Sink Electrodischarge Machining by M. Shanmuka Srinivas, R. Meenakshi Reddy, Praveen Kumar Balguri, Din Bandhu, Manas Das, Kishore Debnath, Mridusmita Roy Choudhury

“…Stainless steel has long been celebrated for its exceptional corrosion resistance, durability, and versatility across a myriad of industrial applications. …”
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La difficile gestion globale de l’eau en Camargue (France) : le Contrat de delta by Alain Dervieux

“…The result is an increasingly complex system that requires a water management programme that can meet both National and European objectives for sustainable development.Conservation plays a large role in today's land and water management policies, but there are other considerations essential to ensuring the durability of the region's development. The Contract of the Camargue Delta project must manage the use and allocation of fresh-water with mutual respect for the different beneficiaries while collectively respecting the many natural environments on which a good part of the territory's economy depends (tourism, grazing, hunting, fishing…). …”
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Self-healing mortar using different types, content, and concentrations of bacteria to repair cracks. by Mohamed Ahmed Refat El-Mahdy, Ahmed ELShami, Mohamed Yousry Elshikh, Seleem Saleh Elsayed Ahmad

“… The creation of cracks, which are the most common cause of structural failure, has a significant impact on the structure's strength and durability. As a result, effective repair and maintenance are vital and unavoidable for treating any of these issues. …”
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Utilization of Sandy Soil as the Primary Raw Material in Production of Unfired Bricks by Guilan Tao, Yuepeng Pan, Zhaoyang Qiao, Chaohua Jiang

“…The SEM observation and XRD analysis verify the formation of hydrate products C–S–H and ettringite, providing a better explanation of the mechanical and physical behavior and durability of the derived unfired bricks. The results obtained suggest that there is a technical approach for the high-efficient comprehensive utilization of sandy soil and provide increased economic and environmental benefits.…”
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Bio-Tribocorrosion of Titanium Dental Implants and Its Toxicological Implications: A Scoping Review by Sumit Gaur, Rupali Agnihotri, Sacharia Albin

“…However, further validation of the role of bio-tribocorrosion on the durability of the Ti dental implants and Ti toxicity is warranted through clinical trials.…”
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Effect of P doped bimetallic FeCo catalysts on carbon matrix for oxygen reduction in alkaline media by Yuqi Ma, Hyo-Jin Ahn

“…It exhibits good chemical stability in alkaline media and can maintain its catalytic performance for a long time, demonstrating good durability. Its tubular structure provides many active sites and superior electron transport paths owing to its unique channels and cavities, which help improve its activity and stability. …”
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Accelerated microwave curing of hybrid geopolymers with nano-silica for enhanced physico-mechanical properties by Mücteba Uysal, Beyza Fahriye Aygün, Sarsenbek Montayev, Bolat Balapanov

“…Mixture proportions were designed to achieve high mechanical and durability performances. The activator/binder (A/B) ratio was set at 0.71, the sodium silicate to sodium hydroxide ratio at 1.5, and the sand/binder (S/B) ratio at 2.5. …”
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Investigation to Improve the Pool Boiling Heat Transfer Characteristics Using Laser-Textured Copper-Grooved Surfaces by Dharmendra Mani, Suresh Sivan, Hafiz Muhammad Ali, Udaya Kumar Ganesan

“…However, along with the performance improvement, the durability and stability of the surface modification are very crucial. …”
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Rheological Characterization of Warm-Modified Asphalt Mastics Containing Electric Arc Furnace Steel Slags by M. Pasetto, A. Baliello, G. Giacomello, E. Pasquini

“…Nevertheless, such innovative material applied at lower temperatures containing warm additives and steel slag should be able to guarantee at least the same performance of traditional hot mix asphalts, thus assuring acceptable mechanical properties and durability. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to investigate the rheological behaviour of bituminous mastics obtained combining a warm-modified binder and a filler (material passing to 0.063 mm) coming from electric arc furnace steel slag. …”
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Synthesizing sustainable construction paradigms: A comprehensive review and bibliometric analysis of granite waste powder utilization and moisture correction in concrete by Raman Sphurty, Nateriya Raman

“…The study identifies research gaps, including limited long-term durability studies and the need for standardization. …”
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