The continuous increase in the penetration rate of renewable energy has posed severe challenges to the flexibility of power systems, especially in coastal and island areas where local power supply is insufficient while electricity demand keeps growin...
To evaluate the respective contributions of the crumb rubber (CR) particle effect (PE) and the CR–asphalt interaction effect (IE) to the high-temperature rheological performance of crumb rubber modified asphalt (CRMA), a CR filtration approach...
Under weak grid conditions, the coupling between the grid-connected converter and the grid impedance tends to bring in harmonic instability in the permanent-magnet synchronous generators (PMSGs)-based wind farm system. Although the symmetrical phase-...
Metasurfaces provide a compact and powerful means of tailoring electromagnetic wavefronts through spatially varying phase manipulation. This review presents a unified, mechanism-centered perspective on phase control in metasurfaces, tracing their evo...
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The objective was to evaluate the impact of a 3-month comprehensive rehabilitation program on functional outcomes and caregiver burden in a 73-year-old male with end-stage Parkinson’s disease (PD) following pallidotomy. Baseline evaluation incl...
Background/Objectives: This study examined associations between maternal misperception and information-seeking opportunities, behaviors, and sources among Japanese mothers of preschool children. Methods: A cross-sectional online survey was conducted...
Background: Fibrotic remodelling of the lamina cribrosa (LC) is a defining pathological feature of glaucomatous optic neuropathy and contributes to progressive optic nerve head deformation and axonal vulnerability. LC cells from glaucomatous donors e...
The adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) is a promising strategy for reducing emissions and promoting sustainable mobility. The increasing adoption of EVs has created a demand for efficient and sustainable charging infrastructure. The integration of r...
Linear alkylbenzene (LAB) is the main raw material used to make biodegradable detergents, and its production process is based on aromatic alkylation. HY zeolites that have undergone controlled dealumination and desilication have led industrial standa...
Shape memory alloys (SMAs) are materials that, when used as actuators, can generate deformation and force that can be used to perform mechanical work. This actuation capability is driven by temperature variation, which induces a reversible phase tran...
Fatigue properties remain a key challenge for aluminum–steel self-piercing riveted (SPR) joints in lightweight structures. This study evaluates shot peening as a pretreatment for the AA5052 sheet to improve the fatigue behavior of AA5052/SPFC44...
This study aimed to prepare experimental calcium silicate repair cements (ERCs) incorporating zirconium (Ca3ZrSi2O9; CZS) or strontium substitution (Sr5(PO4)2SiO4; SPS), and to compare their physicochemical properties with white MTA-Angelus (WMTA), g...
The rapid proliferation of electric vehicles (EVs) has introduced significant challenges to the efficient operation of hydrogen-containing integrated energy systems (H-IESs). To cope with these challenges, this paper develops a bi-level optimal sched...
Oxidative stress induced by reactive oxygen species (ROS) is a major contributor to senescence. Although strategies to mitigate ROS are considered crucial for reversing this process, effective interventions remain limited. Extracts from Polygonum cus...
Response spectra (RS) provide an efficient link between earthquake ground motions and structural demand. Still, rare event screening for long-period, resonance-sensitive systems is often approximated by applying uniform multipliers to a design-basis...
As vital repositories of Beijing’s cultural heritage, Qing Dynasty Qinwang (Prince of the First Rank) mansions offer profound insights into the era’s architectural evolution. Despite its significance, systematic architectural analysis of...
Objectives: Continuous postoperative pericardial flushing (CPPF) may prevent postoperative re-explorations for tamponade or excessive postoperative bleeding due to a non-surgical cause in cardiac surgery patients. Methods: An investigator-initiated,...
Agricultural intensification and the widespread use of pesticides have exerted long-term pressures on honey bees, negatively affecting their survival, abundance, and immunity. Understanding the perceptions of beekeepers and farmers is essential to id...
In this study, phenolic hydroxyl-functionalized poly(α,β-[N-(2-hydroxyethyl)-D, L-aspartamide]) (PHEA-HP) was used to prepare hydrogel beads via an emulsion-enzymatic gelation process. The effects of the preparation conditions on the size...
Human engineering activity, such as cross-regional transportation construction, often disturbs the geological environment and triggers landslides. This study investigated a landslide induced by tunnel excavation in the northeastern region of the Qing...
Giardia duodenalis, Enterocytozoon bieneusi, and Cryptosporidium spp. are common zoonotic intestinal protozoa in dairy goats, capable of cross-species transmission. These pathogens impair the growth and development of dairy goats and present a signif...
In this design, we propose a completely new sensor structure. It features a metal–insulator–metal (MIM) waveguide and a circular four-stub resonator (CFSR). Using the finite element method, we analyzed the performance of the sensor struct...
The fast growth of edge–cloud computing infrastructures has increased the cybersecurity burden even as it has substantially amplified the energy use and carbon footprint of intrusion detection systems (IDSs). In order to overcome this challenge...
Efficient ortho–para hydrogen conversion is essential to suppress spontaneous heat release and boil-off losses during cryogenic liquid hydrogen storage and pre-liquefaction processes. In this study, a novel catalyst-filled wavy plate-fin heat e...
Multi-hop networks’ performance strongly depends on relay node placement, which affects delay, throughput, and coverage. This work introduces a dual-layer protocol combining Slotted ALOHA for node-to-relay communication and TDMA for relay-to-ga...
This study evaluated the effects of four macroalgae (Colaconema spp., Ulva intestinalis, Ceramium spp., Pylaiella litoralis) and two microalgae (Haematococcus pluvialis, Porphyridium purpureum), chosen due to their local cultivability in the southern...
Supercritical wings are widely used in large aircraft due to their excellent transonic performance, but their aerodynamic characteristics are highly sensitive to Reynolds number. To systematically study the influence of Reynolds number on the aerodyn...
The brewing of Traditional Hakka Huangjiu (THHJ) is usually divided into saccharification and post-fermentation. Microbial succession during saccharification is the major factor influencing the development of the volatile and non-volatile substances...
One of the most serious problems Yemen is facing is water scarcity, driven by low rainfall, high agricultural water consumption, and limited reuse of treated wastewater in irrigation, resulting in a sharp decline in groundwater, the country’s p...
Neural regeneration requires an optimal environment, including structural, chemical, mechanical, and electrical properties. Alginate (Alg) and graphene oxide (GO) are promising biomaterials for nerve tissue engineering, as Alg provides biocompatibili...
In this study, frequency locking technology is investigated for high-stability microwave frequency standards based on diamond nitrogen-vacancy (NV) centers. Conventional locking methods typically utilize the side peaks induced via Zeeman splitting; h...
The Brazilian Amazon has been endangered by agro-extractivism, a development model characterized by the expansion of the agricultural frontier to produce raw commodities embedded in power-asymmetrical commodity chains. Recently, the socio-biodiversit...
Objective and Background: With the increasing use of catheter ablation for tachyarrhythmias, continuous evaluation of in-hospital complications is essential. This study aimed at analyzing complications associated with catheter ablation for atrial fib...
Tetrastigma hemsleyanum is a valuable medicinal plant whose dryland cultivation typically yields 30–35% lower flavonoid concentration than forest understory systems due to soil and microbial deficiencies. We investigated whether biochar amendme...
Background: Exercise is safe and beneficial for managing symptoms, preventing progression, and enhancing the physical and mental well-being of people with multiple sclerosis (MS). Such evidence has supported prescriptive guidelines delivered alongsid...
Background: The microtensile bond strength (μTBS) test is the gold standard for evaluating adhesive performance in restorative dentistry. However, the conventional non-trimming technique—referred to in this study as the monoblock sectioning...
Background/Objectives: Keloids are fibroproliferative scars with high postsurgical recurrence rates and limited high-quality data from European populations. Current treatment guidelines recommend multimodal management; however, real-world practice of...
Background and Objectives: Sexual dysfunction (SD) is common in multiple sclerosis (MS) but remains under-recognized in routine care. This study aimed to quantify the burden of SD in men and women with relapsing–remitting MS (RRMS), describe se...
Hypoxia is a key microenvironmental factor shaping tumor cell survival and plasticity, but its cellular consequences depend on the cancer subtype. Here, we compare breast cancer cell lines with varying metastatic potential (MP) in response to CoCl2-i...
Underground bauxite comprehensive mechanized mining has attracted growing attention, yet regional differences in bauxite characteristics challenge its applicability and economic efficiency. The conical pick, a key cutting tool for this mining method,...
Solid polymer electrolytes (SPEs) hold great potential in high-safety energy storage but face two key bottlenecks: low room-temperature ionic conductivity and insufficient mechanical strength. This study proposes a synergistic optimization strategy o...
This paper presents the design, optimization, and performance evaluation of a Satellite-Based Augmentation System (SBAS) ground segment tailored to Colombia’s air navigation infrastructure, with emphasis on ionospheric anomalies in equatorial l...
Supplemental lighting is essential for overcoming low-light stress and enabling overwintering tomato production in greenhouses. This study investigated the effects of LED supplemental lighting with different spectral qualities in the upper and lower...
Background: Anastomotic leakage (AL) remains one of the most feared complications after colorectal surgery. This study aimed to identify preoperative risk factors for AL using a five-year dataset from two Romanian surgical clinics. Materials and Meth...
Small pest detection in ultra-high-resolution forestry images is challenging due to extreme scale variation, complex backgrounds, and limited annotated data. To address these issues, we propose SSFPDet (Semi-Supervised Forest Pest Detector), a semi-s...
Human locomotion relies on a proximal–distal organization of joint mechanical work that adapts to task constraints, such as those imposed by inclined walking. In individuals with transtibial amputation, loss of the biological ankle disrupts thi...
Postprandial hyperglycemia represents a critical therapeutic target in type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), requiring interventions that simultaneously address glycemic dysregulation and oxidative stress. This study evaluated the anti-hyperglycemic and a...
Glassy carbon electrodes (GCEs) have gained increased attention for the sensitive electrochemical detection of heavy metals due to their excellent chemical stability, wide potential window, and good electrical conductivity. These characteristics make...
Obstacle-avoidance risk threshold control and global discrete keypoint re-entry are critical factors influencing the smooth dynamic obstacle avoidance of unmanned vessels. For underactuated USVs, which operate in planar motion with three degrees of f...
Currently, one of the major trends in the construction industry is the creation of structures with increased strength and durability. The solution is the use of nanomaterials as modifiers for cementitious composites. The aim of this study is to produ...
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