Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) technology has been shown to provide new communication possibilities, conveying brain information externally. BCI-based robot control has started to play an important role, especially in medically assistive robots but n...
The use of externally bonded (EB) carbon fiber-reinforced polymers (CFRP) is an effective solution for strengthening metallic elements, restoring their load-bearing capacity and, in particular, extending the fatigue lifetime of existing elements. In...
In DC microgrid (DC-MG), the loads connected with converters under strict control are considered as CPLs (constant power loads). When the voltage of CPLs decreases, the current increases and the negative impedance characteristic of CPLs cause instabi...
This paper presents a novel motor imagery (MI) classification algorithm using filter-bank common spatial pattern (FBCSP) features based on MI-relevant channel selection. In contrast to existing channel selection methods based on global CSP features,...
Certain weather conditions are inadvertently related to increased population of various mosquitoes. In order to predict the burden of mosquito populations in the Global South, it is imperative to integrate weather-related risk factors into such predi...
Drops contained in an immiscible liquid phase are attractive as microreactors, enabling sound statistical analysis of reactions performed on ensembles of samples in a microfluidic device. Many applications have specific requirements for the values of...
Professional drivers need constant attention during long driving periods and sometimes perform tasks outside the truck. Driving discomfort may justify inattention, but it does not explain post-driving accidents outside the vehicle. This study aims to...
The microwave properties of structures in the form of the 2 μm iron-yttrium garnet (YIG) films, grown by the ion beam sputtering deposition method on epitaxially mismatched substrates of ferroelectric ceramics based on lead zirconate titanate (PZT...
Contemporary visual assistive devices often lack immersive user experience due to passive control systems. This study introduces a neuronally controlled visual assistive device (NCVAD) that aims to assist visually impaired users in performing reach t...
The London dispersive and polar surface properties of solid materials are very important in many chemical processes, such as adsorption, coatings, catalysis, colloids, and mechanical engineering. One of the materials, a styrene–divinylbenzene c...
(1) Background: Dental implant instability represents a dynamic biomechanical process influenced by functional loading, peri-implant bone stiffness, and systemic conditions affecting bone metabolism. In patients with systemic bone disorders, altered...
In this study, the silica fume replacement rate, fly ash replacement rate, and curing temperature were regarded as the independent variables, and the compressive and flexural strengths were regarded as the response values. The response surface method...
The complex manifestations of COVID-19 are still not fully decoded on the molecular level. We combined quantitative the nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy serum analysis of metabolites, lipoproteins and inflammation markers with clinical p...
High pressure die casting (HPDC) tools undergo several repairs during their life cycle. Traditional repair methods (e.g., welding) cannot always be applied on damaged tools, necessitating complete replacement. Usually, direct energy deposition (DED)...
This paper presents double shear tests performed to investigate factors influencing the bond behavior between basalt fiber-reinforced polymer (BFRP), glass fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP) laminate, and concrete blocks. In detail, thirty-six twin conc...
To address the complex dynamic behavior of four-axis precision motion platforms under high-speed and high-acceleration conditions, as well as the difficulty of traditional modeling methods in balancing accuracy and efficiency, this paper proposes a d...
For insulated gate bipolar transistor (IGBT) modules using wire bonding as the interconnection method, the main failure mechanism is cracking of the bonded interface. Studying the mechanical properties of the bonded interface is crucial for assessing...
In this study, an axisymmetric Czochralski furnace model for the LEC growth of gallium arsenide is presented. We produced 88 datasets through computational fluid dynamics simulations. Among the many parameters that affect crystal growth, a total of 1...
The time-dependent Maxwell system in the sense of distributions is considered in the context of temporal interfaces. Just as with spatial interfaces, electromagnetic waves at temporal interfaces scatter and create a transmitted and reflected wave. A...
The stability of geogrid-reinforced soil structure is closely related to the interface characteristics between geogrid and soil. However, the creep behavior of the soil–geogrid interface is still unrevealed. In this study, using a modified stre...
This study experimentally investigates the shear strength behavior of interfaces formed between granular soils and clay under drained conditions, with particular emphasis on peak-to-residual strength evolution. Large and small-scale direct shear test...
This paper examines the stiffness degradation and interface failure load on soft soil–concrete interface. The friction behavior and its variability is investigated. The direct shear tests under constant normal load were used to establish parameters t...
The Mg/Al composite plate was developed in aerospace and other fields. At present, through the corrugated rolling method, the bonding strength of Mg/Al composite plate could be increased and the warpage could be reduced. However, this still requires...
CFRP/Ti stacks composed of carbon fiber-reinforced plastic composites (CFRP) and titanium alloys (Ti) are widely used in aerospace fields. However, in the integrated hole-making process of CFRP/Ti stacks, the machining characteristics of various mate...
Reinforced concrete interfaces, either cracks within monolithic elements or joints between concretes cast at different times may become critical under cyclic actions, due to stiffness and interface resistance degradation. Among the numerous parameter...
The behaviour of the interface between two concrete layers, subjected to shear, is a complex process that is influenced by many different parameters. Knowledge of concrete interface performance is insufficient to this day. Most of the existing analyt...
An analysis method for the detectability of defects on the TC4 (Ti-6Al-4V) diffusion bonding interface was proposed in this study. First, a semi-analytical model of the liquid–solid coupling acoustic field with attenuation characteristics was c...
The line contact behavior of multiscale meshing interfaces necessitates synergistic investigation spanning nano-to centimeter-scale ranges. When nominally smooth gear teeth surfaces come into contact, the mechanical–thermal coupling effect at the mes...
This study adopts a practical approach to establish the estimation and adjustment methods of the interface stiffness for the machine-tool through the finite element analysis (FEA). First, numerical and experimental modal analysis (FMA and EMA) for ea...
In this study, an approach is developed to estimate the density and effective elastic modulus of a lightweight bulk filling material made up of expanded polystyrene (EPS) and cement-reinforced clay (matrix). First, a representative volume element (RV...
The interaction between concrete and steel occurs during concrete mixing and finishing processes, during filling of concrete moulds, formwork, composite columns and during pumping of concrete mixtures. More experimental investigation is required to p...
The gradual deterioration of interfacial performance in CRTS II (China Railway Track System II) slab ballastless tracks during long-term service can significantly affect structural stability and durability. Existing studies have mainly focused on the...
Lectins are a diverse class of carbohydrate binding proteins with pivotal roles in cell communication and signaling in many (patho)physiologic processes in the human body, making them promising targets in drug development, for instance, in cancer or...
In this study, the thermoset–thermoplastic structure was produced through a co-curing technique together with an injection overmolding technique. Continuous fiber reinforced thermoset composite (TSC) was selected as thermoset material, while po...
The integration of organoids with biosensors serves as a miniaturized model of human physiology and diseases, significantly transforming the research frameworks surrounding drug development, toxicity testing, and personalized medicine. This review ai...
Background: The surgical parameters of phacoemulsification can significantly impact the behavior of the anterior hyaloid membrane (AHM). Methods: In this prospective study, anterior segment optical coherence tomography was used to examine the attachm...
The cracking of the negative moment area of steel–normal concrete (NC) composite bridges is common owning to the low tensile strength of concrete. In order to solve the problem, Ultra High Performance Concrete (UHPC) is used to enhance the tens...
This paper describes results of numerical analyses of reinforced lintels made of autoclaved aerated concrete built into unconfined walls and walls confined with reinforced concrete. The combination of the Menétrey–Willam elastic-plastic...
A theoretical model for calculating the leakage rate of contact mechanical seals based on the fractal theory of the porous media, which can consider the real seal contact interface and objectively reflect the flow of the interfacial fluid from a micr...
This study aligns with the development trend of glass substrate packaging. The research aims to analyze the delamination of the substrate–adhesive layer-chip trilayer structure in packaging through experimental testing to obtain interface stren...
Geosynthetics and soil particles inevitably come into contact, resulting in a geosynthetic–soil interface. The discontinuity of the materials at the interface causes an intricate shear response, especially under dynamic loads. In the present study, t...
The interaction between soil and structure is a research hotspot in ocean engineering, and the shear performance of interfaces is an essential factor affecting the bearing capacity of offshore structures. Taking the Yellow River Underwater Delta as t...
The excellent lubrication and load-bearing synergistic modulation of the meshing interface has been well recognized, as the microtextured tooth surface seems to be a punished area in deep-sea gear thermal elastohydrodynamic lubrication (TEHL). This i...
In polymer nanocomposites, the interface region between the matrix and the fillers has been identified as a key interaction region that strongly determines the properties of the final material. Determining its structure is crucial from several points...
Controlling defects and interfaces in composite absorbers can effectively regulate electromagnetic (EM) parameters and enhance the electromagnetic wave (EMW) absorption ability, but the mechanism still needs to be further elucidated. In this study, Z...
The lifecycle of wind turbine blades is around 20–25 years. This makes studies on the reuse of dismantled blades an urgent need for our generation; however, their recycling is very difficult due to the specific makeup of their composite material. In...
The shear characteristics of the frozen soil–concrete interface are core parameters in frost heave resistance design in cold-region engineering, and the influence mechanism of interface roughness on these characteristics is not clear. In this s...
Granite is widely used in buildings, stone carvings, and sculptures, where long-term durability is strongly influenced by the micromechanical behavior of its constituent minerals and mineral interfaces. However, conventional rock mechanics tests cann...
Hybrid fiber reinforced thermoplastic composites are receiving important attention in lightweight applications. The fabrication process of hybrid thermoplastic composites is that discontinuous fiber reinforced thermoplastics are injected onto the con...
Ultrasound propagation in porous materials involves some higher order physical parameters whose importance depends on the acoustic characteristics of the materials. This article concerns the study of the influence of two parameters recently introduce...
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