Energy evolution and infrared radiation characteristics of different bedded coal under uniaxial compression by Guoning ZHANG, Yixin ZHAO, Yuandong SUN, Zhixin GONG

“…The bedding has a significant impact on the elastic strain Ue in the pre-peak stage and dissipation energy Ud in the post-peak stage; The coal samples showed an overall warming trend with different bedding angles, with an average infrared temperature precursor point of 0.84σp.The bedding structure seriously affects the infrared radiation temperature and the difference of failure patterns lead to different temperature ranges. …”
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A Novel Brushless Wound Rotor Synchronous Machine Utilizing Inherent Sub-Harmonic Component by Muhammad Ahsan Ul Haq, Haroon Farooq, Asif Hussain, Syed Abdul Rahman Kashif

“…Permanent magnet synchronous machines (PMSMs) contain a simple structure, high efficiency, and simple control. However, their cost has increased significantly due to the increase in the price of permanent magnets. …”
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The Effect of Length and Content of Fiber on Glass Fiber and Basalt Fiber-Reinforced Granite Residual Soil by Weijie Chen, Jin Zhao, Litao Fan, Jia Li, Bingxiang Yuan, Hongzhong Li, Guoping Jiang, Hanbo Li, Tianying Chen

“…The reinforced samples were subjected to static impact load tests and SEM analysis to study its mechanical properties, microcharacteristics, and structure before and after reinforcement. Results show that the incorporation of 3% glass fibers of 6 mm has the best reinforcement effect on GRS, while the incorporation of 4% basalt fibers of 6 mm also has a good reinforcement ability. …”
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Optimization Design for Support Points of the Body-Mounted Solar Panel by Qingwu Liu, Jisong Yu, Zhenjia Wang, Hao Cheng, Shanbo Chen, Lei Zhang

“…Body-mounted solar panels are extensively utilized in satellite construction due to their simple structure and robust vibration resistance. The quantity and arrangement of support points on the body-mounted solar panel significantly affect its natural frequency. …”
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Exploring menstrual hygiene management practices among displaced coastal women in Kerala, India by Jessy Prabhakar, Aswin MG, Asmi Fathima Nazar, Adarsh MS, Jibin Job PJ, Nisam AP, Krishna Priya MJ, Mini GK

“…We collected data on their socio-demographic factors, WaSH facilities, and menstrual hygiene practices following displacement, using a pre-tested semi-structured interview questionnaire. The participants also completed the Menstrual Hygiene Practice Needs Scale. …”
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Anti-inflammatory effect of Angiotensin 1-7 in white adipose tissue by Nozomi Nishida, Satoru Sugimoto, Satoshi Miyagaki, Chiharu Cho, Madoka Konishi, Takeshi Goda, Mihoko Yamaguchi, Yasuhiro Kawabe, Hidechika Morimoto, Joji Kusuyama, Takuro Okamura, Masahide Hamaguchi, Jun Mori, Hisakazu Nakajima, Michiaki Fukui, Tomoko Iehara

“…We found that Ang 1–7 reduced MCP-1 and TNF-α gene expressions and the number of crown-like structures, which are histological hallmarks of the pro-inflammatory process, in visceral epididymal WAT (eWAT) and reduced circulating MCP-1 and TNF-α levels, accompanied by improvement in insulin resistance, in dietary-induced obese mice. …”
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Culinary connections: The mediating role of customer brand co-creation behavior in gastronomic and revisit intentions by Ni Made Purnami, Ni Wayan Mujiati, Ayu Putu Laksmi Danyathi, Uswatun Siwi Kartika Sari, Desak Komang Dea Marcellina Putri Darmada

“…Data were collected from 250 respondents via an online survey and analyzed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling. The analysis reveals that gastronomic experience has a significant positive impact on revisit intention (β = 0.479, p < 0.05) and customer brand co-creation behavior (β = 0.534, p < 0.05). …”
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Towards targeted cancer therapy: Synthesis, characterization, and biological activity of a new Cu(II)-ibuprofen-2,2′-dipyridylamine metal complex by Luís P.G. Monteiro, A. Gomes, C. Silva, Ricardo F. Mendes, Filipe A. Almeida Paz, Dmitry Chernyshov, J. Rocha, F. Martel, T.M. Santos, B.J.M. Leite Ferreira

“…Additionally, the crystal structure of the copper metal complex was elucidated using single-crystal X-ray diffraction with synchrotron radiation. …”
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Development of compact heat exchanger with additive manufacturing (Evaluation of condensation thermal-hydraulic characteristics of block type compact heat exchanger) by Kota CHIBA, Chikako IWAKI, Masayuki SATO, Yoshinori KATAYAMA, Katsunori SHIIHARA, Shota ARAKI, Hideshi NAKANO, Tooru TANAKA

“…Three types of block type heat exchangers with different internal channel structures were manufactured by using powder bed fusion type metal 3D printer. …”
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Multidetector-row Computed Tomography Analysis of the Radial Midpalmar Flap: A Retrospective Anatomical Study by Tien Linh Nguyen Doan, MD, PhD, Shimpei Ono, MD, PhD, Goh Akiyama, MD, PhD, Hoyu Cho, MD, Hiromitsu Hayashi, MD, PhD, Rei Ogawa, MD, PhD

“…We analyzed multidetector-row computed tomography angiograms of the radial midpalm of hands to more precisely characterize the 3-dimensional anatomical structure of the perforators in living patients. Methods:. …”
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STLNet: Symmetric Transformer Learning Network for Remote Sensing Image Change Detection by Liye Mei, Andong Huang, Zhaoyi Ye, Yaxiaer Yalikun, Ying Wang, Chuan Xu, Wei Yang, Xinghua Li

“…Subsequently, we adopt an effective decoder architecture comprised of transformer structures, namely, local gather decoder (LGD). The LGD employs a multilevel semantic feature integration from the encoder to augment feature representation and interdependencies, crucial for detailing small changed areas effectively via a hierarchical attentional fusion block. …”
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Mathematical and finite element modelling of sustainable portable grain segregation system for the HDPE industry by Muhammad Huzaifa Ansari, Riffat Asim Pasha, Amar Ul Hassan Khawaja, Chaudry Muhammad Muzammil, Uzair Akram, Maryam Ismail

“…Furthermore, the mathematical modelling, structural, and Modal analysis of the design is investigated, to check the durability of the design under stresses using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) techniques. …”
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Experimental Investigations on Creep Behavior of Coal under Combined Compression and Shear Loading by Rongbin Hou, Leige Xu, Duoxin Zhang, Yanke Shi, Luyang Shi

“…The creep behavior of rock has received much attention for analyzing the long-term response and stability of underground rock engineering structures. Numerous studies have been carried out on the creep properties of various rocks under pure compression conditions. …”
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Soft Tissue/Bone Decomposition of Conventional Chest Radiographs Using Nonparametric Image Priors by Yunbi Liu, Wei Yang, Guangnan She, Liming Zhong, Zhaoqiang Yun, Yang Chen, Ni Zhang, Liwei Hao, Zhentai Lu, Qianjin Feng, Wufan Chen

“…The proposed method can markedly reduce the visibility of bony structures in chest radiographs and shows potential to enhance diagnosis.…”
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The formation, development and classification of rail corrugation: a survey on Chinese metro by Yang Wang, Hong Xiao, Zhihai Zhang, Xuhao Cui, Yihao Chi, Mahantesh M. Nadakatti

“…Corrugation primarily manifested in curve sections with radii between 300 and 500 m, featuring ordinary monolithic bed track and steel-spring floating slab track structures, with wavelengths typically between 30 and 120 mm. …”
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A lignin-based controlled/sustained release hydrogel by integrating mechanical strengthening and bioactivities of lignin by Bowei Wang, Dingkun Qiu, Yihui Gu, Zhu Shan, Ruonan Shi, Jing Luo, Shuang Qi, Yilin Wang, Bo Jiang, Yongcan Jin

“…Such lignin-based controlled/sustained release hydrogel that integrates the molecular structure and biological difunctional features of lignin gives new insight into cost-effective, easy-to-operate manufacturing of load-bearing and bioactive materials.…”
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Functional assessment of cancer therapy – head & neck (FACT-HN) translation and validation in Serbian by Masa Petrovic, Bojana Salovic, Ana Tomic, Tanja Jesic-Petrovic, Aleksandar Matejic, Ivana Radovic, Silvana Babic, Aleksa Korugic, Drago Jelovac, Nikola Mikovic, Sasa Jakovljevic, Svetislav Pelemis, Milovan Dimitrijevic, Jovica Milovanovic, Ana Jotic, Aleksandar Trivic, Ana Dimitrijevic, Sulin Bulatovic, Zoran Dudvarski, Ivan Soldatovic, Jelena Ilic-Zivojinovic

“…Confirmatory factor analysis confirmed the five-factor structure. Strong correlations were observed between the FACT-HN and other validated QoL measures, particularly with the EORTC QLQ-C30 and EORTC QLQ-HN43. …”
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Predictive Capabilities and Limitations of Stream Interaction Region Observations at Different Solar Longitudes by R. C. Allen, G. C. Ho, L. K. Jian, G. M. Mason, S. K. Vines, D. Lario

“…The primary source of error in reliably predicting the arrival time of an SIR/CIR is uncertainty in the rotational speed of the structure. While an L5 monitor would be an advancement in our operational warning ability, an Earth‐trailing “string‐of‐pearls” constellation utilizing multiple point of measurements would engender much more certainty in predicting the arrival time of SIRs/CIRs.…”
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Investigation on the Hydrothermal Condition in Synthesis of Active Matrix from Metakaolin: Physicochemical Properties and Intrinsic Cracking Activities by Farhansyah Yusuf Putra Hudaya, Rezky Oktaviandy Anggaswara, Melia Laniwati Gunawan, Grandprix Thomryes Marth Kadja, I. G. B. N. Makertihartha

“…Subsequently, the active matrix was subjected to a series of analyses, including X-ray fluorescence, X-ray diffraction, N2 physisorption, NH3-temperature programmed desorption, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy and thermogravimetry, with the objective of determining its composition, crystal characteristics, surface characteristics, acidity, functional groups, material structure, and thermal characteristics. Additionally, the active matrix was tested for its intrinsic cracking activity using the micro activity test (MAT). …”
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Medical rehabilitation: a study of problems of legal definition. The intersection of the concepts of medical rehabilitation, prevention and treatment by E. V. Gameeva, A. A. Kostin, G. S. Alekseeva, E. U. Ogneva, P. G. Gabay, L. V. Pashigorova, E. V. Kalita

“…The correct classification of a service as medical rehabilitation or medical treatment also effects on the specialization of the involved medical specialists, as well as on the allocated structural units of medical organization. The analysis shows that the main difference between treatment and rehabilitation is the approach. …”
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