Numerous researchers of soil creep behavior adopt stepwise loading (SL) rather than respective loading (RL) to perform the triaxial creep tests. However, a complete continuous strain–time curve of SL needs to be converted into assumed curve clu...
In this paper, a method for finding the optimal size of an off-grid photovoltaic (PV) system regarding the Loss of Load Probability (LOLP) value is proposed. The proposed method is applied to an off-grid PV system in a scenario where an electricity s...
This article evaluates the redistribution of forces to the parachute harness during an opening shock load and also defines the ultimate limit load of the personal parachute harness by specifying the weakest construction element and its load capacity....
The article deals with the investigation of the flexural properties of 3D-printed Nylon CF12 with regard to the correlation between the loading and layering directions. It also discusses the prospective consideration of a suitable combination of ligh...
The objective of the article is the assessment of the sensitivity of the equilibrium path of structures susceptible to loss of stability due to node snap-through. Increasingly, architectural designs feature organic forms and structures with complex g...
The aim of this pilot study was to determine viral loads and distribution over the total length, at short distances, and in the separate layers of the intestine of virus-infected animals for future inactivation studies. Two calves, two pigs, and two...
The current study aimed to develop chitosan nanoparticles (CSNP) loaded poloxamer 407 (P407) gel formulation for transungual delivery of terbinafine HCl (TBN). TBN-CSNP were prepared by nanoprecipitation method and optimized by face-centered central...
A cold sprayed Al coating on S355 structural steel was processed using a laser remelting (LR). The surface and cross-section morphologies, chemical compositions, and phases of as-obtained Al coating before and after LR were analyzed using a scanning...
The monitoring capability of a polarized instrument (POLDER) under high aerosol loading conditions over China is investigated. The aerosol optical thickness (AOT), which infers the aerosol burden, is used to measure the satellite monitoring capabilit...
This study presents an experimental investigation of the flexure behavior of exterior beam-column joints made from hybrid concrete (normal concrete (NC) and reactive powder concrete (RPC)) or hybrid reinforcement (steel and carbon fiber reinforced po...
This paper proposes the modeling and simulation of the unmanned driving system for underground load haul dump vehicles based on Gazebo/Ros. Firstly, the kinematics model of the load haul dump vehicle is derived. Then, the model of each part of the lo...
To improve the accuracy of the day-ahead load forecasting predictions of a single model, a novel modular parallel forecasting model with feature selection was proposed. First, load features were extracted from a historic load with a horizon from the...
To alleviate the power flow congestion in active distribution networks (ADNs), this paper proposes a two-stage load transfer optimization model based on Neo4j-Dueling DQN. First, the Neo4j graph model was established as the training environment for D...
Spacecraft are subjected to various external loads during flight, and these loads have a direct impact on the structural safety and functional stability of the spacecraft. Obtaining external load information can provide reliable support for spacecraf...
Ruboxistaurin (RBX) is an anti-vascular endothelial growth factor (anti-VEGF) agent that is used in the treatment of diabetic retinopathy and is mainly given intravitreally. To provide a safe and effective method for RBX administration, this study wa...
Traffic loads are the primary external loads on bridges during their service life. However, an accurate analysis of the long-term effect of the operating traffic load is difficult because of the diversity of traffic flow in terms of vehicle type and...
The loessial tableland is a unique landform type on the Loess Plateau in China. Long-term soil erosion has led to the retreat of gullies and the rapid reduction of fertile arable land, which has further decreased agricultural production. In this stud...
In this study, rainfall, runoff, and sediment load data were collected from the Tuhai River Basin from 1972 to 2021. The Mann–Kendall test, runoff–sediment curve, and double mass curve were used to identify the characteristics and factors...
In our study, poly(dl-lactide-co-glycolide) (PLGA) nanoparticles loaded with perphenazine (PPH) and chlorpromazine hydrochloride (CPZ-HCl) were formulated by emulsion solvent evaporation technique. The effect of various processing variables, includin...
The aim of this study was to determine the sensitivity of selected subjective and objective monitoring assessments in detecting changes in group and individual responses to low and high load bouts of high intensity intermittent exercise. In a counter...
Various researches have been performed to find an effective confining method using FRP sheet in order to improve the structural capacity of reinforced concrete column. However, most of these researches were undertaken for the columns subjected to con...
The compression and compressive creep behavior of target shipping containers, which are material properties based on finite element analysis, and the lifetime and load-sharing rate, were analyzed in this study to develop a computer-aided engineering...
Background: Evaluations of the usability of hydraulic resistance for resisted sprint-training purposes remains rare. Thus, this study compared step-by-step changes in spatiotemporal characteristics during the first 10 m of sprints with varying hydrau...
The torque load spectrum is an important basis for the strength design and durability test verification of tractor power take-off (PTO), and the performance and reliability of tractor PTO directly affect the quality and efficiency of agricultural ope...
Climate change and human activities are the major factors affecting runoff and sediment load. We analyzed the inter-annual variation trends of the annual rainfall, air temperature, runoff and sediment load in the Xihe River Basin from 1969–2015...
Multibolt composite joints are widely used in aircraft structures. The determination of the pin-load distribution among the bolts is a critical step in the failure prediction of bolted joints. In this paper, a two-dimensional model of the multibolt c...
Short-term electricity load forecasting provides a basis for day-ahead energy scheduling. To improve the accuracy of short-term electricity load forecasts and deeply explore the temporal characteristics of load sequences, a method is proposed to extr...
In tied-arch bridges with a single arch, the deck is usually suspended from the arch by means of a single set of cables, pinned at both ends and anchored to the centerline, using either vertical or Nielsen-type hanger arrangements. When properly desi...
The expression is obtained for determination of cyclic tensile strength for asphalt concrete, which considers damage accumulation and history of loading, using the long-term strength curve for asphalt concrete obtained according to the test results o...
In asphalt pavement structure design, traffic axle loads and pavement layer temperatures are crucial factors affecting fatigue damage calculations. To investigate the differences in fatigue damage calculations caused by different characterizations of...
Sediment compaction due to the extraction of groundwater and self-weight consolidation, and monitoring land settlement of the river delta using geodetic measurement has been executed in several studies, while sediment settlement in the estuary is hyp...
Two specimens of low-yield-point steel plate shear walls used for the experimental investigation into different failure modes of the structure were respectively carried out by the horizontal and vertical loading tests in this paper. The results deriv...
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This study examined the accuracy of different velocity-based methods in the prediction of bench press and squat one-repetition maximum (1RM) in female athletes. Seventeen trained females (age 17.8 ± 1.3 years) performed an incremental loading...
The aim of the present study was to evaluate the primary stability of a two-miniscrew system inserted into a synthetic bone and to compare the system with the traditional one. Forty-five bi-layered polyurethane blocks were used to simulate maxillary...
This study aimed to investigate the idarubicin loading method, compatible stability with contrast agent, release profiles, and morphological properties of 50–150, 100–300, and 300–500 μm CalliSpheres®. The amounts of idarubicin added, loading medium,...
Aiming to predict the performance of galloping piezoelectric energy harvesters, a theoretical model is established and verified by experiments. The relative error between the model and experimental results is 5.3%. In addition, the present model is u...
Due to the existing shortcomings of small load and few functions in the current bridge bearing testing machine, a compression–shear–torsion multifunctional bridge bearing testing machine with a maximum vertical load of 80 MN is designed....
The heating and cooling energy consumption levels of urban buildings account for a large and rapidly growing proportion of the total end-use energy consumption of society. The urban heat island (UHI) effect is an important factor influencing the spat...
The Francis runner is a critical component of the Francis turbine generator unit, playing a central role in converting water energy into rotating mechanical energy that drives the generator in hydropower stations. In-depth analyses of the flow charac...
The purpose of this research article is to assess the emissions performance of a marine genset that was retrofitted to combust biomethane in a dual-fuel mode. The retrofits are part of our research efforts to provide a green cold-ironing solution for...
Lower limb exoskeletons significantly enhance human functionality. However, simultaneously improving the load capacity of these devices while reducing metabolic costs presents a major challenge in the industry. This paper presents a lower limb exoske...
By employing ordinary Portland cement as a matrix and PZT-5H piezoelectric ceramic as the functional body, 1-3 and 2-2 cement-based piezoelectric composites were prepared. Quasi-static compression tests were performed along with dynamic impact loadin...
Research on high-tech running shoes is increasing but few studies are available about the use of high-tech track spike shoes (super spikes), despite their growing popularity among running athletes. The aim of this case study was to investigate kinema...
In this study, nanoparticles prepared by the heat-induced self-assembly of bovine serum albumin-dextran conjugates (BSA-DX) were utilized as an effective delivery system for the immunoregulatory peptide Gln-Leu-Asn-Trp-Asp (QLNWD) from Meretrix meret...
In order to explore the fracture evolution characteristics of existing defect lining structures under unsymmetrical loads, unsymmetrical failure model tests of three working conditions, namely, intact lining, vault defect, and arch waist defect, were...
As a new type of grain barn wall component, the “Structure-Insulation” integrated wall panel (SIW) has excellent characteristics such as a high-bearing capacity and good insulation performance. In order to study its mechanical properties...
To investigate changes in runoff and sediment load in the Wuding River basin under the combined influence of climate change and human activities, trends were analyzed from 1960 to 2020, and the contribution rate of climate change and human activities...
A numerical analysis of rubberized reinforced concrete columns’ performance under cyclic loading is presented in this study. Three different concrete blends (M1, M2, and M3) were chosen based on the volume of fine aggregate replaced by varying...
As new energy integration increases, power grid load curves become steeper. Large logistics parks, with their substantial cooling load, show great peak shaving potential. Leveraging this load while maintaining staff comfort, product quality, and oper...
With the growing problem of agricultural nonpoint source pollution, it is an urgent issue to explore irrigation and drainage modes suitable for rice-growing areas in southern China. Barrel experiments were conducted to study the variation of NH4+-N,...
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