Effect of Curvature-Dependent Surface Elasticity on the Flexural Properties of Nanowire by Mengjun Wu, Quan Yuan, Honglin Li, Bin Wu, Lin Fang, Mengyang Huang

“…In this work, we adopt linearized surface elasticity theory, which was proposed by Chhapadia et al., to capture the influence of surface curvature on the flexural rigidity of nanowire with rectangular cross section. …”
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Research on the influence of g-C3N4 microstructure changes on the efficiency of visible light photocatalytic degradation by Hong Tu, Bihong Tian, Zhichao Zhao, Renjiang Guo, Ya Wang, Shunhong Chen, Jian Wu

“…Through density functional theory calculations and investigations of the structure-function relationship, it is confirmed that the superior catalytic activity of CN-8 lies in modifying the amino position, which alters the electron cloud distribution and promotes the efficient separation of photo-generated electron-hole pairs. …”
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Z Specification of Gate and Apron Control Management at Airport by Nazir Ahmad Zafar, Fahad Alhumaidan, Sher Afzal Khan

“…An integration of gate and apron controllers is described to manipulate the information for correct decision making and flow management. Graph theory is used for representation of airport topology and appropriate routs. …”
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Leveraging green human resource management for sustainable tourism and hospitality: a mediation model for enhancing green reputation by Bassam Samir Al-Romeedy, Thaib Alharethi

“…Abstract This study examines the critical role of green entrepreneurial orientation (GEO), green innovation (GI), and green organizational identity (GOI) in mediating the relationship between green human resource management (GHRM) and green reputation (GR) through the lens of institutional theory. These elements are significant as they underscore how organizations can strategically enhance their green reputation, a critical factor for sustainability-focused industries like tourism and hospitality. …”
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Entropy Production in an Electro-Membrane Process at Underlimiting Currents—Influence of Temperature by Juan Carlos Maroto, Sagrario Muñoz, Vicenta María Barragán

“…Classical polarization theory and the irreversible thermodynamics approach have been used to determine the total electric potential drop and the entropy generation, respectively, associated with the different transport mechanisms in each part of the system. …”
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The Characteristic Transient Response of a Pressurized Cantilever Pipe Subjected to Transverse Impact at Its Tip by Feng Liu, Yuchao Yang, Yuelei Wu

“…To describe the effects of pipe contents and internal pressure, the governing equations were derived based on large deformation theory. Bending moment and axial force were uncoupled in the constitutive equation, and an experiment-based relationship between moment and curvature was adopted. …”
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Do words compete as we speak? A systematic review of picture-word interference (PWI) studies investigating the nature of lexical selection by Korko Małgorzata, Bose Arpita, Jones Alexander, Coulson Mark, de Mornay Davies Paul

“…., distractor taboo interference) do not discriminate between the rival theories. Interference from nonverbal distractors has been shown to be a genuine effect dependent on adequate lexicalization of interfering stimuli. …”
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Filter Estimator Based on the Probability Distribution by Romeo Urbieta Parrazalez, Rosaura Palma Orozco, Maria Teresa Zagaceta Alvarez, Jose Luis Fernandez Munoz, Karen Alicia Aguilar Cruz

“…Commonly, all estimates are assumed in the Second Moment of Probability (SMP) with equiprobable conditions, but in this case, a specific description of the Probability Distribution Function (PDF) is considered a priori, which is a contribution to the theory of digital filtering in estimation for signal reconstruction. …”
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Shaping Outflows and Jets by Ambient Pressure: A Unified Framework by Willem A. Baan, Tao An

“…By extending classical de Laval nozzle theory to account for ambient pressure gradients, we present a unified framework that successfully describes outflows from young stellar objects to active galactic nuclei. …”
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Contact Interaction of a Rigid Stamp and a Porous Elastic Cylinder of Finite Dimensions by Mikhail I. Chebakov, Elena M. Kolosova, Maria D. Datcheva

“…This article investigates an axisymmetric contact problem involving the interaction between a rigid cylindrical stamp and a poroelastic cylinder of finite dimensions, based on the Cowin–Nunziato theory of media with voids. The stamp is assumed to have a flat base and to be in frictionless contact with the cylinder. …”
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Fractional-Order Sliding Mode Terrain-Tracking Control of Autonomous Underwater Vehicle with Sparse Identification by Zheping Yan, Lichao Hao, Qiqi Pi, Tao Chen

“…Then, a fractional-order sliding mode controller is proposed to enable accurate tracking of the path planned and Lyapunov-based theory is utilized to prove the stability of the control algorithm. …”
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A Microstructure Based Strength Model for Slag Blended Concrete with Various Curing Temperatures by Li-Na Zhang, Wang Xiao-Yong, Kyung-Taek Koh

“…Using a modified Powers’ gel-space ratio strength theory, the strength of slag blended concrete is evaluated considering both strengthening factors and weakening factors involved in strength development process. …”
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Practice-oriented legal education at Kazan University: D.I. Meyer's view and modern approach by S.B. Seletskaya, R.I. Sitdikova, A.N. Shpagonov

“…Meyer’s studies is that he was the first in Russia to investigate the methodology of teaching legal disciplines and to emphasize the need to combine theory and practice. It has been concluded that practice-oriented legal education at Kazan University has evolved and still dominates as the main approach to teaching legal disciplines. …”
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Visualizing stepwise evolution of carbon hybridization from sp 3 to sp 2 and to sp by Wei Xiong, Guang Zhang, De-Liang Bao, Jianchen Lu, Lei Gao, Yusen Li, Hui Zhang, Zilin Ruan, Zhenliang Hao, Hong-Jun Gao, Long Chen, Jinming Cai

“…Utilizing scanning probing microscopy, we distinguish three distinct carbon-carbon bond types within polymers induced by annealing at elevated temperatures. Density-functional-theory calculations unveil the pivotal role of the electron-withdrawing cyano group in activating neighboring methylene to form C(sp 3 )–C(sp 3 ) bonds, and in facilitating subsequent stepwise HCN eliminations to realize the transformation across three carbon-carbon bond types. …”
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Observed Sprite Streamer Growth Rates by H. C. Stenbaek‐Nielsen, M. G. McHarg, N. Y. Liu

“…The initial velocity increase is exponential as predicted by theory. Growth rates could be determined for 76 downward and 46 upward propagating streamers, and, in individual streamers, they are independent of altitude. …”
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Soliton solutions, bifurcations, and sensitivity analysis to the higher-order nonlinear fractional Schrödinger equation in optical fibers by Md. Al Amin, M. Ali Akbar, M. Ashrafuzzaman Khan, Md. Sagib

“…Additionally, we used planar dynamical systems theory to investigate the bifurcation phenomena in the derived system. …”
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Adsorption of Oleic Acid on Silica Gel Derived from Rice Ash Hulls: Experimental and Theoretical Studies by Asem A. Atia, Ahmed M. El-Nahas, Asmaa M. Marie, Laila D. Al Mahdy

“…The interaction of propanoic and butanoic acids as models for oleic acid with bare, mono- and di-hydrated silanol has been investigated using B3LYP and CBS-QB3 levels of theory. The dihydrated silanol model gave a ΔG 0 301 K value of −24 kJ/mol at the CBS-QB3 level which is in perfect agreement with the experimental value quoted above.…”
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Effective and Engaging Active Learning in the Medical School Classroom: Lessons from Case-Based Collaborative Learning by Henrike C. Besche, Randall W. King, Keri M. Shafer, Sarah E. Fleet, Julia F. Charles, Tamara B. Kaplan, Katie A. Greenzang, Melanie P. Hoenig, Richard M. Schwartzstein, Barbara A. Cockrill, Krisztina Fischer

“…We reviewed the literature and summarized ten years of experience in CBCL teaching through the lens of contemporary theories of teaching and learning. The recommendations are organized into three main domains: Instructional Design, Facilitation, and Professional Transformation, each aligned with the theoretical principles of CBCL. …”
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Practical Aspects of Broken Rotor Bars Detection in PWM Voltage-Source-Inverter-Fed Squirrel-Cage Induction Motors by Hong-yu Zhu, Jing-tao Hu, Lei Gao, Hao Huang

“…Switching function concept and frequency modulation theory are firstly used to model fault current signal. …”
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A two-layer network model of the evolution of public risk perception of emerging technologies by Xiaqun Liu, Xiaoyue Qiu, Yaming Zhuang

“…Considering the impact of the spread of risk events on public risk perception of emerging technologies, this study adopts complex network theory to construct a two-layer network model consisting of “the spread of risk events–the evolution of public risk perception” of emerging technologies. …”
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