The oscillations induced by voltage source converters (VSCs) in DC voltage timescale dynamics pose significant challenges to the safe and stable operation of VSC-dominated power systems. However, previous studies have conducted simplified analyses wi...
The trilayer composite was fabricated by combining functional layers of fumed SiO2, thiol-ene, and poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene) poly(styrenesulfonate) (PEDOT-PSS). Optical, scratch-healing, non-wetting, and electrical stability was investigated a...
As part of the EnMAP preparation activities this study aims at estimating the uncertainty in the EnMAP L2A ground reflectance product using the simulated scene of Barrax, Spain. This dataset is generated using the EnMAP End-to-End Simulation tool, pr...
The development of eco-friendly elastomeric materials has become an important issue in recent years. In this work, thermoplastic elastomer samples of an ethylene–norbornene copolymer (EN) with coffee and tea biofillers mixed with typical filler...
Measurement of the displacement of the center-of-pressure (COP) is an important tool used in biomechanics to assess postural stability and human balance. The goal of this research was to design and validate a low-cost portable device that can offer a...
Ene reductases enable the asymmetric hydrogenation of activated alkenes allowing the manufacture of valuable chiral products. The enzymes complement existing metal- and organocatalytic approaches for the stereoselective reduction of activated C=C dou...
An integrated approach to waste management is based on efficient and safe methods for waste prevention, recycling, and safe waste treatment. In accordance with these principles, in this study, non-hazardous aluminosilicate waste (dust and sand) was u...
Hybrid nanomaterials possess the properties of both organic and inorganic components and find applications in various fields of research and technology. In this study, aerosol photopolymerization is used in combination with thiol-ene chemistry to pro...
Here, we report, for the first time, on a new class of sulfur-containing double hydrophopbic conetworks, poly(methyl acrylate)-l-poly(3,6-dioxa-1,8-octane-dithiol-co-poly(ethylene glycol) diacrylate) (PMA-l-P(DODT-co-PEGDA). Direct one-pot synthesis...
Sub-synchronous oscillation is one of the most challenging issues in modern power systems with a high proportion of wind power. Interactions among the wind turbines are key factors causing the oscillations. This paper aims to propose a method to quan...
Transparent polymer layers that heal minor scratches and maintain the optical properties of the devices for a long time are highly desirable in optoelectronics. This paper presents the results of the electrical characterization of thin PEDOT:PSS film...
Patterning, stability, and dispersion of the semiconductor quantum dots (scQDs) are three issues strictly interconnected for successful device manufacturing. Recently, several authors adopted direct optical patterning (DOP) as a step forward in photo...
Binary gas mixture of N2 and trans-1,1,1,4,4,4-hexafluorobut-2-ene (HFO4E) is presented as an alternative to SF6 in medium-voltage electrical equipment. Its stability was tested under different conditions. No change was observed in the gas mixture af...
Background/Objectives: Although lateral mass screws lower the risk of vertebral artery injury, they are shorter and have a weaker purchase than a pedicle screw, thereby posing the risk of mechanical failure following a ≥3-level posterior cervical...
The objective of this study was to investigate the effects of different additives on the fermentation quality, bacterial community, and aerobic stability of total mixed ration (TMR) silage containing wet corn gluten feed (WCGF) and corn stover. The T...
Multicolor ethylene-norbornene (EN) composites filled with three different spinel pigments (Cobalt Green-PG50, Zinc Iron Yellow-PY 119, Praseodym Yellow-PY159) were prepared by melt mixing and characterized in terms of their stability under destructi...
Lipoxygenases have proven to be a potential biocatalyst for various industrial applications. However, low catalytic activity, low thermostability, and narrow range of pH stability largely limit its application. Here, a lipoxygenase (LOX) gene from En...
Electrocardiogram (ECG) signal has been commonly used to analyze the complexity of heart rate variability (HRV). For this, various entropy methods have been considerably of interest. The multiscale entropy (MSE) method, which makes use of the sample...
Approximate entropy (ApEn) and sample entropy (SampEn) are statistical indices designed to quantify the regularity or predictability of time-series data. Although ApEn has been a prominent choice in analyzing non-linear data, it is currently unclear...
Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) rely on integrated navigation systems and corresponding filtering algorithms to ensure mission success and the spatiotemporal accuracy of sampled data. Among these, the ensemble Kalman filter (EnKF) combines Mont...
Nonlinear analysis provides a framework for understanding the complexity and stability of human locomotion by capturing dynamic patterns beyond linear methods. This study examined the effect of data length on seven nonlinear measures: Sample Entropy...
One new dimeric diterpenoid, 8(14)-enyl-pimar-2'(3')-en-4'(18')-en-15'(16')-en-dolabr-16,15,2',3'-oxoan-16-one (1) and five known terpenoids: Tagalsin C (2), Tagalsin I (3), lup-20(29)-ene-3β,28-diol (4), 3-oxolup-20(29)-en-28-oic acid (5) and 28-hyd...
As it increases the pressure and temperature of incoming steam and decreases CO2 emissions, oxidation is crucial for materials used in power plants to increase their efficiency. Compound composite (Cr2O3 + YSZ) coatings applied to Inconel 718 (EN8) s...
Integrating thermolabile enzymes into industrial melt processing remains a key challenge for achieving programmable self-degradable plastics. Here, we demonstrate a process-compatible stabilization strategy for bio-based polyesters using immobilized...
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Objective: To investigate the effects of a 6-week integrated training program on the ankle joint reposition sense and postural stability in ballet dancers. Methods: Sixteen female ballet dancers participated in the study and underwent a 6-week integr...
Under the continuous disturbance of ecosystems driven by urbanization, landscape fragmentation and the disruption of ecological processes and functions are key challenges in optimizing ecological networks (EN). This study aims to examine the spatiote...
Recent advances highlight the potential of photopolymerizable allylated gelatin (GelAGE) as a versatile hydrogel with highly tailorable properties. It is, however, unknown how different photoinitiating system affects the stability, gelation kinetics...
Vacuum-packed lamb sausages with or without red propolis extract and a reduced sodium nitrite content were evaluated for oxidative and microbiological stability during storage for 21 days at 2 °C. The following treatments were evaluated: EN150 (c...
Wearable sensors enable continuous monitoring of physiological signals, offering opportunities for the early detection of metabolic dysfunction. In this study, we propose the use of cross-fuzzy entropy (X-FuzzEn) to quantify the dynamic coupling betw...
The catalytic effects of 1,1,3,3-Tetramethylguanidine (TMG), 1,5,7-Triazabicyclo[4.4.0]dec-5-ene (TBD), 7-Methyl-1,5,7-triazabicyclo[4.4.0]dec-5-ene (MTBD), 1,8-diazabicyclo[5.4.0]undec-7-ene (DBU), and 1,5-diazabicyclo[4.3.0]non-5-ene (DBN) in the r...
Complex compounds are under close scrutiny by scientists as precursors, which are needed to produce functional materials. When the thermolysis method of double complex salts is used on an industrial scale, the most detailed information on the thermal...
A novel immobilization matrix for the entrapment of viable whole-cell Baeyer–Villiger monooxygenase was developed. Viable recombinant Escherichia coli cells overexpressing cyclohexanone monooxygenase were entrapped in polyelectrolyte complex beads pr...
Constructing an ecological security pattern (ESP) represents an effective strategy for alleviating regional landscape fragmentation, which is crucial for maintaining regional ecological health. This study focuses on the Jinan metropolitan area as a c...
This manuscript presents the scale up of a technology for e-fuels production through co-hydroprocessing of partially stabilized pyrolysis oil from straw waste with a petroleum fraction, using a TRL 5 unit, as a continuation of previous published work...
The rapid growth of edge devices and mobile applications has driven the adoption of edge computing to handle computing tasks closer to end-users. However, the heterogeneity of edge devices and their limited computing resources raise challenges in the...
This study examines the impact of the addition of bio-ethanol/bio-ETBE on the main volatility properties of gasoline. Although several studies have been published on the addition of ethanol or ETBE to gasoline, the simultaneous addition of these oxyg...
Sample entropy (SampEn) is widely used for electrocardiogram (ECG) signal analysis to quantify the inherent complexity or regularity of RR interval time series (i.e., heart rate variability (HRV)), with the hypothesis that RR interval time series in...
In this work, an experimental evaluation was performed using four analytical methods applied to electrochemical noise (EN) signals to estimate the corrosion rate (
The purpose of this work is to develop a strategy for the surface modification of Bombyx mori silk fibroin (SF) film, via a thiol-ene click reaction, in order to expand its potential applicability. To achieve this goal, terminal thiol groups, from re...
Novel tetra-functional hydrolyzing monomers were prepared from the reaction of TEOS and select alkene-containing alcohols, ethylene glycol vinyl ether or 2-allyloxy ethanol, and combined with trimethylolpropane tris(3-mercaptopropionate) (tri-thiol)...
Warm forming of heat-treatable aluminium alloys can induce significant changes in their initial heat treatment, affecting both the forming process and the final in-service properties. This work aims to systematically investigate the influence of heat...
The poor solubility and stability of 6-gingerol (6-G) could hamper its clinical applications. The aim of the current study was to develop a novel ultra-deformable cyclodextrin-functionalized transethoniosomes (CD-TENs) as a promising delivery system...
Formation of inclusion complexes involving a cavitand derivative (as host) and an antimetabolite drug, methotrexate (as guest) was investigated by photoluminescence measurements in dimethyl sulfoxide solvent. Molecular modeling performed in gas phase...
Natural dyes were extracted from various plant sources and converted into lake pigments based on aluminum and tin. Three different plants (weld, Persian berries, and Brazilwood) were chosen as representative sources of natural dyes. High-performance...
In this study, we produced a new organic-inorganic hybrid pigment based on a natural chromophore. Lawsone was selected as the active organic compound and incorporated into aluminum-magnesium hydroxycarbonate (LH). The hydroxynaphthoquinone derivative...
The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of ankle taping intervention on postural stability in elite Judo players. A total of twenty-two elite Judo players participated in this study. For biomechanical evaluation of postural stability,...
Estrogen nuclear receptors, represented by the canonical forms ERα66 and ERβ1, are the main mediators of the estrogen-dependent pathophysiology in mammals. However, numerous isoforms have been identified, stimulating unconventional estroge...
In the present study, the dissolution and precipitation behaviour of four different aluminium alloys (EN AW-6005A, EN AW-6082, EN AW-6016, and EN AW-6181) in four different initial heat treatment conditions (T4, T6, overaged, and soft annealed) was i...
Hierarchical nanostructures (HNs) are possibly endowed with novel properties due to their complex three-dimensional (3D) structures. Here, we provide a novel stepwise growth strategy of Coordination Complex Transformation-Assisted Growth for fabricat...
Three functionalized chalcones containing combinations of nitro functional groups have been synthesized via Claisen-Schmidt condensation between 2-nitroacetophenone and nitrobenzaldehyde, and the crystal structures obtained ((E)-1,3-bis(2-nitrophenyl...
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