Simulation of Flax Threshing Process by Different Forms of Threshing Drums in Combined Harvesting by Ruijie Shi, Leilei Chang, Wuyun Zhao, Fei Dai, Zhenwei Liang

“…The loss rate was reduced from 5.6% in the T₁ model to 1.78% in the T₂ model, while the maximum stress and deformation were significantly lower, indicating higher structural stability and durability. Field validation results revealed that the T₁ model had a total loss rate of 3.32%, an impurity rate of 3.57%, and an efficiency of 0.09 hm²/h. …”
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Magnetically Diluted Dy³⁺ and Yb³⁺ Squarates Showing Relaxation Tuning and Matrix Dependence by Rina Takano, Takayuki Ishida

“…A new compound [Y₂(sq)₃(H₂O)₄] (Y-sq; sq = squarate (C₄O₄^2–)) was prepared and structurally characterized. Since the RE-sq family (RE = Y, Dy, Yb, Lu) gave isostructural crystals, the objective of this study is to explore the effects of diamagnetic dilution on the SIM behavior through systematic investigation and comparison of diamagnetically diluted and undiluted forms. …”
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Investigation of electrochromic performances of multicolor V2O5 devices fabricated at low processing temperature by Ming-Yue Tan, Gregory Soon How Thien, Kar-Ban Tan, H. C. Ananda Murthy, Kah-Yoong Chan

“…It is noteworthy that a low temperature is advantageous for glass-based EC devices, as it prevents deformation, cracking, and structural damage to the transparent conductive glass. …”
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The Impact of Strategic Quality Orientation and Absorptive Capacity on Sustainable Business Growth: The Mediating Role of Innovation by Fatemeh Ashourijirkol, Mehrdad Hosseini Shakib, Abbas khamseh

“…Data analysis was performed using PLS software's structural equation modelling method.Findings: The findings showed that strategic quality orientation and absorptive capacity significantly impact innovation and sustainable business growth in Shir Pegah Company. …”
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Development and validation of the gift reciprocation anxiety scale (GRAS) for youths and adults in intimate relationships by Mohd. Ashik Shahrier, Shakira Khatun

“…Next, the adequacy of the data for factor analysis was checked and exploratory factor analysis (EFA) was done, extracting a single factor structure which was confirmed through the same factor retention using parallel analysis (PA). …”
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Psychological effects of water scarcity on community members: a case study of Lephalale municipality, Limpopo province, South Africa by Mmakwena Linda Seretlo-Rangata, Tholene Sodi, Saraswathie Govender

“…Participants were selected using purposive sampling and twenty participants who relied mainly on communal taps to access water were included (10 males and 10 females). Semi-structured in-depth interviews were used to collect data and interviews were audio recorded and later transcribed and translated by a language expert. …”
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Hybrid Method of Modal Analysis and Laser Shock Scanning to Visualize the Pyroshock Propagation in a Tension Joint by Yong-Woon Kim, Jae-Kyeong Jang, Jung-Ryul Lee, Hak-Seong Gim

“…However, depending on the structure, the laser shock showed some difficulty simulating pyroshock in the low-frequency regime accompanying vibration. …”
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Patient perspectives on health care models in cardiac surgery: a qualitative evaluation by Mona Elisabeth Schmid, Jannik Stumm, Sina Stock, Evaldas Girdauskas

“…Methods Patients were interviewed using semi-structured interviews approximately two to three months after undergoing surgery. …”
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Research on Sulfate Attack Mechanism of Cement Concrete Based on Chemical Thermodynamics by Peng Liu, Ying Chen, Zhiwu Yu, Lingkun Chen, Yongfeng Zheng

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The Malthusian parameter and $R_0$ for heterogeneous populations in periodic environments by Hisashi Inaba

“…  &nbsp In this paper, we propose a new approach to establish the sign relation between $R_0$ and the Malthusian parameter $\lambda_0$ for linear structured population dynamics in a periodic environment. …”
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The Impact of Different Oxygen Delivery Methods on Corneal Epithelial Repair after Injury by Shanshan Li, Qingfen Tian, Gang Ding, Yuqin Sun, Zhongkai Hao, Xu Wang, Chenming Zhang, Yuan Tao

“…Transmission electron microscopy showed that the cornea with local oxygen supply via goggles or face mask exhibited intact capillary structure and obvious desmosome/hemidesmosome connections between cells. …”
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Disaster-Causing Mechanism of the Continuous Failure of Deep Foundation Pits in Tropical Water-Rich Sandy Strata by Ping Lu, Zheng Shao, Jiangang Han, Ying Wang

“…Additionally, construction quality defects arising from the three-axis mixing method in the silty sand layer cause a downward shift in the maximum horizontal displacement of the supporting structure, with displacement increments near the defects reaching 63%. …”
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Are horned cows in loose housing more stressed than hornless cows? a cross-sectional study in organic dairy farms by A. Ebinghaus, G. Thiessen, S. Ivemeyer, U. Knierim

“…On the other hand, in horned herds, management and housing may be better adapted to the cows, e.g. by avoiding changes in herd structure or by providing more space and resources, which would contribute to reducing stress. …”
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Evaluation of the Acute Hepatoprotective Potential of Hydroethanolic Extract of Duranta erecta L. Parts by Shadrack Donkor, Christopher Larbie, Gustav Komlaga, Benjamin Obukowho Emikpe

“…Biochemical data were supported by improvement in liver structure. Conclusion. The findings suggest that hydroethanolic Duranta erecta ripe fruits extract possesses hepatoprotective and antioxidative activities against CCl4- and acetaminophen-induced toxicity and could be developed as a potent agent for drug-induced liver diseases.…”
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An Investigation of Damage Mechanism Induced by Earthquake in a Plate Girder Bridge Based on Seismic Response Analysis: Case Study of Tawarayama Bridge under the 2016 Kumamoto Eart... by Mya Nan Aye, Akira Kasai, Mitsuhiro Shigeishi

“…In the second part, the seismic responses of Tawarayama Bridge were analyzed using ABAQUS software, and beam elements were applied for the structural members. Firstly, the time-history responses were analyzed using both longitudinal and transverse direction earthquake ground motions separately and simultaneously to investigate the dynamic response of the bridge. …”
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Associating Field Actors in the Observation of Visitor Flows and Recreational Activities in Mountain Regions: Lessons Drawn from two Collaborative Projects in France and Switzerlan... by Christophe Clivaz, Marc Langenbach, Olivier Obin, Alexandre Savioz

“…We supplemented these sources with a semi-structured interview conducted online in January 2021 with the scientific leader of this program, focusing specifically on the theme of the collaborative methodology utilised.…”
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Beyond individual-level factors that influence family planning uptake among women with diabetes mellitus: a systematic literature review by Idayu Badilla Idris, Sarah Awang Dahlan, Rahana Abd Rahman, Azmawati Mohammed Nawi

“…Further studies that explored structural and systemic factors may benefit future program planning to identify and target modifiable factors.…”
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A Nomogram to Predict Benign/Malignant Mediastinal Lymph Nodes Based on EBUS Sonographic Features by Bingchao Ling, Weishun Xie, Yi Zhong, Taowen Feng, Yueli Huang, Lianying Ge, Aiqun Liu

“…Multivariate analysis revealed that long-axis, short-axis, echogenicity, fusion, and central hilar structure (CHS) were the independent predictors of malignant lymph nodes. …”
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Responses of a soil-inhabiting collembolan (Entomobrya proxima Folsom) to organic fertilizer addition illustrated by functional traits and gut bacterial community by Xinyue Yang, Gang Li, Weiming Xiu

“…For the gut bacterial community, the addition of organic fertilizer resulted in a significant decrease in abundance, adversely affected α-diversity, and significantly altered the structure of the gut bacterial community compared to CK. …”
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German and Spanish rhythmic accents in Russian three-ictus dolnik by Vera Polilova

“…To answer these questions, the article outlines the structure of dolnik and its role in Russian versification. …”
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