Impact of Power Ultrasound on Antihypertensive Activity, Functional Properties, and Thermal Stability of Rapeseed Protein Hydrolysates by Asif Wali, Haile Ma, Muhammad Shahnawaz, Khizar Hayat, Jian Xiaong, Li Jing

“…The effects of power ultrasound pretreatments on the degree of hydrolysis (DH), angiotensin-I-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitory activity, amino acid composition, surface hydrophobicity, protein solubility, and thermal stability of ACE inhibition of rapeseed protein hydrolysates were evaluated. Ultrasonic pretreatments before enzymolysis in terms of power and exposure time increased the DH and ACE inhibitory activities over the control (without sonication). …”
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Experimental Investigation of the Propagation and Attenuation Rule of Blasting Vibration Wave Parameters Based on the Damage Accumulation Effect by Huaibao Chu, Xiaolin Yang, Shuanjie Li, Weimin Liang

“…A blasting damage accumulation experiment was carried out, the ultrasonic wave velocity of the specimens was measured, and the damage value was calculated during the experiment. …”
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Chemical Composition and Biological Activities of Extracts from Pomelo Peel By-Products under Enzyme and Ultrasound-Assisted Extractions by Pham Van Hung, Nguyen Hai Yen Nhi, Ling Yu Ting, Nguyen Thi Lan Phi

“…The optimal EAE conditions were as follows: enzyme concentration of 2%, water-solid ratio of 40 ml/g, incubation temperature of 50°C, and extraction time of 60 min, whereas the optimal UAE conditions were ultrasonic energy of 40 kHz, water-solid ratio of 40 ml/g at room temperature, and extraction time of 60 min. …”
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Gene Structures, Classification, and Expression Models of the DREB Transcription Factor Subfamily in Populus trichocarpa by Yunlin Chen, Jingli Yang, Zhanchao Wang, Haizhen Zhang, Xuliang Mao, Chenghao Li

“…The chromosomal localizations of the PtrDREB genes indicated 18 segmental duplication events involving 36 genes and six redundant PtrDREB genes were involved in tandem duplication events. There were fewer introns in the PtrDREB subfamily. The motif composition of PtrDREB was highly conserved in the same subtype. …”
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Cardiovascular Risk Factors and Distributions of the Ankle-Brachial Index among Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients by Badaruddoza Doza, Manpreet Kaur, Sonia Chopra, Rohit Kapoor

“…Ankle-brachial index (ABI) was measured using ultrasonic Doppler flow detector. Subjects with ABI ≤0.9 and ≥1.30 were classified as having low and high ABI, respectively. …”
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THE EFFECT OF ZNO/CUO-WATER- HYBRID NANOFLUID CONCENTRATION RATIO ON HEAT TRANSFER CHARACTERISTICS IN ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT COOLING SYSTEMS by Devia Gahana Cindi Alfian, Arvin Ade Guna Meliala, T. M. Indra Riayatsyah, Dicky Januarizky Silitonga

“…The hybrid nanofluids preparation process was carried out first by dispersing the CuO and ZnO nanofluids using an ultrasonic cleaner for 3 hours and then allowed to settle for 24 hours. …”
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HPLC-UV-MS/MS Profiling of Phenolics from Euphorbia nicaeensis (All.) Leaf and Stem and Its Antioxidant and Anti-Protein Denaturation Activities by Khawla Bouaouda, Chaimae Elagdi, Naoufal El Hachlafi, Karima Mohtadi, Mohammed Hsaine, Anass Kettani, Rachid Flouchi, Khang Wen Goh, Abdelhakim Bouyahya, Hanae Naceiri Mrabti, Rachid Saile, Hassan Taki

“…The phytochemical profile of the plant by HPLC-UV-MS/MS was identified for the first time, and the biological activities of each plant organ was evaluated separately by maceration and ultrasonic-assisted extraction. The evaluation of antioxidant activity based on DPPH assay and hydrogen peroxide scavenging assay showed that leaves could be used as a natural source of antioxidants as they provide a potent antioxidant effect (DPPH IC50 = 23.47±0.62 µg/ml), (H2O2 IC50 = 110.27 ± 3.59 µg/ml) compared to stems. …”
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Cardiac Output Measurements in Septic Patients: Comparing the Accuracy of USCOM to PiCCO by Sophia Horster, Hans-Joachim Stemmler, Nina Strecker, Florian Brettner, Andreas Hausmann, Jitske Cnossen, Klaus G. Parhofer, Thomas Nickel, Sandra Geiger

“…USCOM is an ultrasound-based method which has been accepted for noninvasive hemodynamic monitoring in various clinical conditions (USCOM, Ultrasonic cardiac output monitoring). The present study aimed at comparing the accuracy of the USCOM device with that of the thermodilution technique in patients with septicemia. …”
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Predictive Analytics in Construction: Multi-Output Machine Learning Models for Abrasion Resistance by Shaheen Mohammed Saleh Ahmed, Hakan Güneyli, Süleyman Karahan

“…We applied multi-output machine learning models—specifically Linear Regression (LR), Huber, RANSAC, and Support Vector Regression (SVR)—to predict LA and MDA values based on primary input parameters, including Uniaxial Compression Strength (UCS), Point Load Index (PLI), Schmidt Hammer Rebound (Sh_h), and Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity (UPV). The experimental work involved assessing model performance using metrics such as Mean Absolute Error (MAE), R-squared (R²), and Mean Squared Error (MSE). …”
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Optimization of Intracellular Polysaccharide Extraction Process and Analysis of Antioxidant Activity in Co-cultures of Sanghuangporus vaninii and Pleurotus sapidus by Yuantian LU, Di LIU

“…In this study, an ultrasonic synergistic semi-bionic method was explored to extract intracellular polysaccharides from Sanghuangporus vaninii and Pleurotus sapidus liquid co-cultures. …”
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Use of by-products for partial replacement of 3D printed concrete constituents; rheology, strength and shrinkage performance by Michail Papachristoforou, Vasilios Mitsopoulos, Maria Stefanidou

“…Workability parameters that were measured were evaluated regarding printability of mixtures. Density, ultrasonic pulse velocity, compressive and flexural strength were measured on hardened concrete. …”
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Analysis of the Performance Characteristics of ZnO Nanoparticles’ Dispersed Polyester Oil by V. P. Suresh Kumar, N. Manikandan, N. Nagaprasad, Jule LetaTesfaye, Ramasamy Krishnaraj

“…Zinc oxide nanoparticles are dispersed with polyester oil by using an ultrasonic vibrator and magnetic stirrer. Nanoparticles’ concentration are taken as 0.1, 0.3, and 0.5 wt. %. …”
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A Comparative Study of Pectin Green Extraction Methods from Apple Waste: Characterization and Functional Properties by Marwa Hanafy Mahmoud, Ferial Mohamed Abu-Salem, Dina El-Sayed Helmy Azab

“…In conclusion, extraction using organic acids, microwave, and ultrasonic led to improve the pectin quality and could be used in high-temperature food products, like bakery products.…”
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Mechanical and Flame-Retardant Properties of Nanocomposite Based on Epoxy Resin Combined with Epoxidized Linseed Oil, Which Has the Presence of Nanoclay and MWCNTs by Tuan Anh Nguyen

“…Then, nanoclay additives and MWCNTs are simultaneously dispersed into the EP/ELO blend by using ultrasonic vibration. The dispersion of ELO and nanoclay additives (nanoclay and MWCNTs) in epoxy resin is observed by using the scanning electron microscope in combination with the XRD method. …”
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Optimization of Polysaccharide Extraction Process from Rosa rugosa Residue and Analysis of Its Antioxidant Activity in Vitro by Tingyang ZHANG, Ling ZHANG, Yuqin JIANG, Yang LIU, Xinhui WANG, Xinxin ZHAO, Baohe MIAO

“…The extraction process of polysaccharides from rose flower residue was optimized using single factor experiments combined with the Box-Behnken response surface method, with ultrasonic assistance and a composite enzyme treatment of cellulase and pectinase. …”
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Effects of Polypropylene and Date Palm Fiber Reinforcements on High Performance Concrete at Elevated Temperatures and Their Impact on Spalling Phenomena by Malek Hamda, Cherif Guergah, Abdelaziz Benmarce, Abderrahmane Khechekhouche, Antonio Marcos de Oliveira Siqueira, Júlio Cesar Costa Campos

“…Destructive and non-destructive evaluations encompassed compressive strength, flexural strength, ultrasonic pulse velocity, and mass loss. Experimental tests were conducted at room temperature (20°C) and elevated temperatures (250°C, 450°C, and 650°C). …”
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Contribution of Phosphorylation Modification to Stability and Antibacterial Activity of Egg White Protein Nanogels Loaded with Cinnamon Bark Essential Oil by Sheng-Qi Rao, Xin-Ru Gao, Hui Liu, Zhi-Rong Wang, Zhen-Quan Yang

“…This study evaluated the potential usage of phosphorylated egg white protein (P-EWP) nanogels fabricated via microwave-induced phosphorylation modification and gel process and further ultrasonic nanometrization as novel delivery systems for cinnamon bark essential oil (CBEO). …”
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On the Stability of Graphene-Based Aqueous Dispersions and Their Performance in Cement Mortar by Teresa Gerace, Sebastiano Candamano, Simone Bartucci, Carlo Poselle Bonaventura, Alfonso Policicchio, Raffaele Giuseppe Agostino, Milena Marroccoli, Antonio Telesca, Mariano Davoli, Andrea Scarcello, Lorenzo S. Caputi, Daniela Pacilè

“…Cement composites containing different carbon nanomaterials, namely graphene technical grade, graphene super grade, and graphene oxide, up to 1.0% by weight of cement, were prepared. Ultrasonic, chemical, and thermochemical treatments were applied to improve the stability of the dispersions containing the graphene-based nanomaterials. …”
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Freezing-Thawing Damage Mechanism of Coal Gangue Concrete Based on Low-Field Nuclear Magnetic Resonance, Scanning Electron Microscopy, and N2 Adsorption by Bowen Hou, Jisheng Qiu, Peng Guo, Xujun Gao, Ruyi Zhang

“…To study waterborne frost heaving failure mechanism of coal gangue ceramsite concrete (CGCC) under freeze-thaw cycles, capillary water absorption test, nonmetallic ultrasonic testing test, low-field nuclear magnetic resonance (LNMR) test, N2 adsorption test, and other tests were used to determine the effect of freeze-thaw cycles on the porosity, relative dynamic elastic modulus (RDM), and capillary adsorption rate of different coal gangue ceramsite (MT) replacement rates (0, 20%, 40%, and 60%). …”
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Review on the Research of Polishing Technologies for Gear Tooth Profiles by Chen Yangjian, Yi Jun, Wang Zongwei, Chen Bing, Deng Hui

“…The results show that the combination of other auxiliary energy fields such as ultrasonic, laser and magnetic field with traditional polishing methods to achieve high efficiency, high precision and high surface consistency tooth profile polishing will be the main research direction in the future.…”
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