In order to solve the problem in which most currently existing research focuses on the binary tactile attributes of objects and ignores identifying the strength level of tactile attributes, this paper establishes a tactile data set of the strength le...
A method for integrated brand analysis and strategy is developed in this work. The foundation of this method is market research, through which the relevance of brand attributes, their evaluation for competing brands and the market performance of thes...
In this study, the effect of tapioca starch (TP) on mortar was evaluated by incorporating TP into the mortar mixture. The evaluation involved analyzing the mortar’s quality characteristics, performance, and fundamental quality improvements. The...
Thermoplastic composite organosheets (OSs) are increasingly recognized as a viable solution for automotive and aerospace structures, offering a range of benefits including cost-effectiveness through high-rate production, lightweight design, impact re...
This study examines how varying the isolated pea protein (IPP) levels (0, 10, 20, 30, 40, 50%) together with key extrusion conditions, including moisture level, barrel heating profile, and screw rotation speed, affect the physicochemical attributes a...
This study investigates the use of sugarcane bagasse ash (SCBA) and steel slag (SS) as partial replacements for cement and natural river sand in concrete, with the objective of identifying replacement levels that maintain structural performance while...
Polymer composites, hailed for their ultra-strength and lightweight attributes, stand out as promising materials for the upcoming era of space vehicles. The selection of the polymer matrix plays a pivotal role in material design, given its significan...
Epoxy resin-impregnated insulation paper (RIP) composites are used as the inner insulation of dry condenser bushing in the ultra-high voltage direct current (UHVDC) power transmission system. To improve the dielectric properties of RIP, nano-SiO2 is...
After being subjected to geometallurgical evaluation, the iron ores from Singhbhum Bonai-Keonjhar region, eastern India, have been designated as dense martite microplaty hematite high-strength ore (dM-mH-hs ore), massive dense martite microplaty hema...
This study evaluates the influence of fiber type, geometry, and interfacial behavior on the physical and mechanical performance of cementitious composites reinforced with recycled pulp from beverage cartons (RPBC), bamboo fiber (BF), and eucalyptus f...
Throughout the several-hundred-year-long history of the concept of strength, inaccurate material strength as a result of the size effect and the inconsistency of strength theories have been two continuous and challenging issues, and have even been ta...
Alkali-activated materials can significantly reduce carbon dioxide emissions compared with cement. However, their durability remains insufficiently understood. This study investigated the effects of calcium hydroxide (Ca(OH)2, CH), an expansion agent...
This research addresses the effects of moisture content, particle size, and compression pressure on the quality of fuel briquettes produced from groundnut shells. The objective is to optimize the briquetting process for quality attributes. Experiment...
New product development (NPD) is crucial for helping companies to maintain competitive advantages. In this study, a methodological framework is presented combining a novel Kano model and fuzzy axiomatic design (FAD) for improving the product developm...
This study introduces and investigates a novel phase-specific waste utilization strategy for cement-based materials, aiming to concurrently enhance engineering performance and environmental efficiency. Marble dust (MD) was strategically employed as a...
The probabilistic uncertainty assessment of geomechanical risk—specifically, caprock failure—attributable to CO2 injection, as presented in a simplified hypothetical geological model, was the focus of this study. Our approach amalgamates...
The present study involved (TiB + TiC)/TC11 (Ti-6.5Al-3.5Mo-1.2Zr-0.3Si) + xFe titanium matrix composites (TMCs) reinforced by in situ TiB whiskers and TiC particles fabricated by hot isostatic pressing. Microstructure observation reveals a substanti...
Coastal port cities depend on global seafood flows, yet their food security is increasingly exposed to price volatility and supply disruptions. This study examines Busan citizens’ perceptions of seafood-related food security and seafood supply...
The influence of Si content (0.1–0.8 wt.%) on the development of precipitation microstructures and the resultant mechanical and creep properties during thermal exposure, up to 1000 h at 300 °C, in Al–Cu 224 cast alloys, was systematic...
This study investigated the effects of incorporating rice husk ash (RHA) as a partial replacement for cement on the properties of concrete. To determine the optimal replacement level, RHA was used to replace cement in varying proportions, ranging fro...
Traditional concrete suffers from high energy consumption during production and low flexural strength, making it prone to flexural failure under impact loading. To address these issues, an eco-friendly non-autoclaved rubber concrete (NARC) was develo...
Construction and demolition (C&D) waste has become a research hotspot due to the need for environmental sustainability and strength enhancement of cementitious materials. However, wider applications of C&D waste are limited, as its non-homoge...
Background/objective: Tennis involves repetitive overhead movements, and understanding the relationship between shoulder mobility, dynamic stability, and isometric strength could be crucial for developing targeted training programmes to enhance perfo...
Fractured tectonic zones with developed groundwater are one of the major causes of water inrush in the construction of igneous tunnels; thus, it is highly important to assess the risk of water inrush. In this study, a total of six evaluation attribut...
In this paper, an experimental study on the static strength and fatigue of carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) laminates with ply angles of 0°, ±15° and ±45° and single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWCNTs) of 3% mass fraction...
This study investigated the effect of pre-deformation on the corrosion fatigue crack propagation (CFCG) of Al-Mg-Zn alloy in a corrosive environment. Tensile tests at different pre-deformation levels and molecular dynamics simulations analyzed change...
The national electricity market (NEM) of Australia is reforming via the rapid uptake of variable renewable energy (VRE) integration concurrent with the retirement of conventional synchronous generation. System strength has emerged as a prominent chal...
Social media platforms have revolutionized information exchange and socialization in today’s world. Twitter, as one of the prominent platforms, enables users to connect with others and express their opinions. This study focuses on analyzing use...
Al–Mg–Si alloys are usually formed into their final shape by rolling or extrusion. After extrusion, the aluminium profiles are usually straightened, causing the material to be subjected to a small plastic deformation. This study demonstra...
Durable basalt fiber-reinforced polymer (BFRP) composites are needed for marine and offshore structures, where seawater exposure and hydrodynamic shear progressively degrade the fiber–matrix interface. To address this challenge, a hierarchical...
Bismaleimide (BMI) resin has great potential in aerospace, electronic, and machinery fields due to its extraordinary thermal stability. Owing to BMI’s lower impact strength, various modified BMI resins have been prepared using CTBN, PEEK, fillers, an...
The production of fabricated filaments for fused deposited modelling printing is critical, especially when higher loading filler (>20 wt.%) is involved. At higher loadings, printed samples tend to experience delamination, poor adhesion or even war...
Risk maturity evaluation is an efficient tool which can assist construction organizations in the identification of their strengths and weaknesses in risk management processes and in taking necessary actions for the improvement of these processes. The...
Multi-level shaking table tests were performed on a 1:3 reduced scale two-story reinforced concrete (RC) intermediate moment resisting frame (IMRF) conforming to the requirements given in the ACI-318-19. The exterior joints lacked shear reinforcement...
Post-industrial neighborhoods are valued for their historical and cultural significance but often contend with challenges such as physical deterioration, social instability, and cultural decay, which diminish residents’ satisfaction. Leveraging...
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The aims of this study were to describe and compare the anthropometric and physical fitness attributes of male padel players according to their competitive level, and to establish a functional anthropometric and physical profile. A total of 60 males...
Background: Inline skating has rapidly grown in popularity. Early research primarily focused on injury patterns and protective measures. However, its biomechanical similarity to other skating modalities enables the synthesis of existing evidence, emp...
Purpose: FinTech research has grown rapidly, but few studies have measured the levels of scientific collaboration among authors, institutions, and nations. This study aimed to reveal the status and levels of scientific collaboration in this field. Th...
Porous titanium (Ti) offers several key attributes as a biomedical material. Among the known characteristics of Ti relevant to biomedical applications, the mechanical performance and effects of a pore structure on the deformation characteristics unde...
To better understand the mechanical behavior of rock with brine saturation, conventional triaxial experiments were carried out on sandstone for a range of confining pressures (0–60 MPa) and NaCl concentrations (0–30%). As the confining pressure and N...
Nanolayered metallic composites exhibit ultra-high strength but suffer from inadequate ductility. Constructing interfacial layers becomes an effective strategy to enhance their strength and ductility. However, extensive experimental studies have focu...
This study systematically investigates the utilization of marble industry waste—waste marble powder (WMP) as partial cement replacement and waste marble aggregates (WMA) as partial fine aggregate replacement—in self-compacting concrete (SCC). A detai...
Resilience is considered a core capability for nurses in managing workplace challenges and adversity. The COVID-19 pandemic has brought care homes into the public consciousness; yet, little is known about the resilience of care home nurses and the at...
The impact of flaxseed and Ascophyllum nodosum supplementation in ewes during the summer season on the fatty acid and sensory profile and consumer preference for cheese was evaluated. Comisana ewes (n = 32) were divided into four groups: a control (C...
With increased awareness of environmental protection, the output of traditional curing agents such as cement and lime is less and less, so it is urgent to develop new curing agents with high efficiency and environmental benefits. Thus, this study aim...
Cement-based mortar is recognized as a popular and cost-effective material for the rehabilitation and repair of reinforced concrete structures. However, the development of high-performance cement-based mortar is in high demand in order to not only en...
Cement is widely used for the solidification of low- and intermediate-level radioactive waste materials. Radioactive borate solution with a high concentration of boron is one of the main radioactive wastes produced in nuclear stations. It is difficul...
This work presents a molecular dynamics (MD) simulation study on the effect of grain boundaries (GBs) on the mechanical properties of epoxy/graphene composites. Ten types of GB models were constructed and comparisons were made for epoxy/graphene comp...
This research investigates the fatigue behaviour and fracture mechanics of high-performance concrete (HPC), including various compositions such as HPC with basalt aggregates (HPC-B), HPC with gravel (HPC-G), and high-strength coarse mortar (CM) under...
Alkali-activated binders have become popular in the construction industry for their eco-friendly attributes. Various wastes from industries and agricultural sectors containing high concentrations of aluminosilicate and calcium oxides can be used to d...
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