To optimize the design of stone columns composite foundation for liquefiable ground improvement in the Tibar Bay Port Project, a 3D Finite Element (FE) analysis is implemented on the earthquake response and liquefaction mitigation effect. Nine improv...
Heat storage in systems integrated with renewable energy sources in facilities can reduce the consumption of fossil fuels, cut maintenance costs, and decrease greenhouse gas emissions from buildings and other objects. One of the possible solutions is...
Background/Objectives: To compare the results of oral chemolysis of non-opaque and semi-opaque kidney stones using potassium citrate (PS) and allopurinol + potassium citrate (ALPS) prospectively without advanced metabolic analysis. Methods: Between 2...
The causes of the fracturing of stone grills in barbecue ovens were analyzed using a coupled analysis model that combined combustion thermodynamics with heat conduction and the finite element method. The proportion of mixed air for combustion was sim...
This paper presents the documentation, study activities, and possible applications of 3D digital models for the analysis and reconstruction of some examples of spheroidal stone projectiles—launched during the Sullan siege in 89 BC—now pre...
An extended version of Principal Components Analysis (PCA) of monument stone decay phenomena occurring at “Basilica da Estrela” church, Lisbon, Portugal, is now presented. The PCA rationale and general methodological procedure is presented, as a firs...
The mechanical response of asphalt pavement under vehicular loading is an essential reference for crack-resistant pavement design. However, limited research focuses on the mechanical response measurement of asphalt pavement using a large-particle-siz...
A comprehensive analysis of kidney stones is essential for the future treatment of patients. Almost all of the methods available for kidney stone analysis were used in this study. The chemical analysis included powder X-ray diffraction (PXRD), Fourie...
To evaluate the efficacy and safety of medical expulsive therapy (MET) for ureteral stones in pediatric patients, Cochrane, PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, and the reference list of retrieved studies were searched up to September 2022 to identify RCT...
Background/Objectives: Accurate diagnosis during ultrasound examinations of patients with kidney and gallbladder stones is crucial. Although stone areas typically show posterior acoustic shadowing on ultrasound images, their accurate diagnosis can be...
This article analyzes an olive oil mill formed of four conical stones used in the milling of the olive. To this end, a study of computer-aided engineering (CAE) was carried out using the parametric software Autodesk Inventor Professional, consisting...
Nowadays, public buildings are clad on the outside, many with stone-clad facades. Energy requirements have changed a lot in the last 20–25 years, and the latest required value of the thermal conductivity of masonry is 0.24 W/m2K. The relevant r...
Apricot stones have high commercial value and can be used for manufacturing functional foods, cosmetic products, active carbon, and biodiesel. The optimal processing of the stones is dependent on the cultivar and there is a need for methods to sort a...
As an effective technology for the rapid treatment of soft-soil foundations, geosynthetic encased stone column (GESC) composite foundations are commonly used in various embankment engineerings, including those situated on sloped soft foundations. Nev...
In this study, the optimum mixing ratio for backfill was determined by analyzing the mechanical properties and microstructure of controlled low-strength material (CLSM)―the backfill material for road excavation and restoration―using the t...
Terraced systems currently represent an indubitable added value for Tuscany, as well as for other Italian regions and for several Mediterranean countries. This value goes beyond their original function of hosting new areas for cultivation. The hydro...
The use of column-like elements for improving both the settlement performance and bearing capacity of foundations constructed over soft soils is well understood for large groups of columns supporting an infinitely wide load, such as embankments and s...
Background: Despite the prevalence and incidence of kidney stones progressively increasing worldwide, public awareness of this condition remains unclear. Understanding trends of awareness can assist healthcare professionals and policymakers in planni...
This study provides a comparison of results from dynamic centrifuge tests and a finite element analysis model to confirm the behavior of a representative Korean stone pagoda cultural heritage structure against earthquakes. The indirect stiffness or p...
Background/Aim: Common bile duct (CBD) stone recurrence after endoscopic treatment is a major concern as a late complication. Biliary bacterial factors and biochemical factors determine the path of gallstone formation. The aim of this preliminary stu...
Stone moulds were basic elements of metallurgy during the Bronze Age, and their analysis and characterization are very important to improve the knowledge on these artefacts useful for typological characterization. The stone moulds investigated in thi...
The deposition of lignin in flesh parenchyma cells for pear stone cells, and excessive stone cells reduce the taste and quality of the fruit. The effect of metaxenia on the quality of fruit has been heavily studied, but the effect of metaxenia on sto...
The manufacturing and construction industries have always been large contributors to global CO2 emissions, largely as a consequence of material choices. Two of the most commonly used building materials are concrete and steel, but both of these indust...
The seismic vulnerability of ancient free-standing multidrum stone columns is an important issue for the preservation of Greek and Roman archaeological sites. Such elements show a complex and highly non-linear dynamic behavior, requiring specific and...
This study evaluates the effectiveness of stone bunds in enhancing soil moisture, vegetation health, and crop yields in Ghana’s semi-arid Upper East Region, an important area for agricultural productivity in West Africa. In this region, agricul...
Background: Urolithiasis is a common condition characterized by a high risk of recurrence, although this risk varies substantially between patients. The present study aimed to quantify incidence, identify determinants, and model recurrence risk betwe...
Despite the recent advances in minimally invasive surgery, kidney stones still pose a significant clinical challenge due to their high recurrence rate of 50% in 5–10 years after the first stone episode. Using the methods of geosciences and biol...
Italian dry-stone wall terracing represents one of the most iconic features of agricultural landscapes across Europe, with sites listed among UNESCO World Heritage Sites and FAO Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS). The analysis o...
To study the dynamic response of multi-span mortise and tenon stone bridges under natural excitation, a bluestone multi-span stone bridge with a main span of 2.56 m in southern China was taken as the research object. Based on the collected pulsating...
This study aimed to analyze and assess the spatial and temporal trends in distribution of reserves and production of igneous and metamorphic dimension stones and crushed rocks in the Lower Silesia region, which with 90% of total supply is the key sou...
As part of the restoration project of the 13th century Vera Cruz Church (Segovia, Spain), a preliminary study of the stones used in its construction—dolostones of the Montejo de la Vega Fm of Santonian age (Upper Cretaceous)—and the possi...
The disposal of tunnel waste slag has emerged as a major ecological challenge. Highway pavement bases require large quantities of graded crushed stone as fill material, but large-scale quarrying of such stone also poses significant environmental prob...
Mediterranean vernacular masonry houses embody centuries of accumulated environmental knowledge, yet many are currently threatened by abandonment, together with functional obsolescence. This study proposes a framework for the conservation-oriented up...
Considering the limitations of test samples for existing stone beams, the discreteness of stone constitutive relations, and the dimensional variability among test specimens, this study conducts a systematic investigation via finite element parametric...
Stone coal is an important vanadium-bearing resource and a potential source of rare earth elements (REEs). Previous studies have mainly focused on the bulk occurrence, resource potential, and leaching behavior of V or REEs in stone coal, whereas the...
Background and Objectives: Disposable flexible ureteroscopes have been widely used because of their cost-effectiveness and higher sterility potential compared with reusable flexible ureteroscopes. This study aimed to compare the surgical outcomes and...
The Singapore Stone was a large monolith present at the mouth of the Singapore River, clad with a faded inscription that was a point of interest for local and foreign antiquarians and other enthusiasts, as no person—native or otherwise—co...
This work presents the results of a multi-technique comparative investigation aimed at assessing the mineralogical composition and radioactivity levels of two stone fragments from different areas of the archaeological site of Halaesa (Sicily, Italy)....
Posterior acoustic shadowing is a fundamental physical phenomenon associated with calcified stones in ultrasound image, yet it has not been fully exploited in automated ultrasound analysis. This study aimed to develop an explainable, semi-automatic r...
The addition of ground olive stones in the manufacture of mortar bricks reduces their thermal conductivity coefficient and increases heat exchange insulation. So, it can improve energy efficiency and reduce the energy demand of buildings. This resear...
Ancient civilizations have imprinted their legacy on Zanzibar Stone Town through the construction of revered stone masonry buildings, which are experiencing rapid deterioration due to severe ambient environmental impacts. In response to these challen...
Stone analysis by physical methods is critical to determine their chemical nature and to diagnose the underlying conditions affecting kidney stone formers. This analysis should be completed by a morphologic examination of stone surface and section, l...
Precise identification of material sources is of great significance to archaeological study, conservation, and restoration of stone cultural relics. The present study proposes a simple and efficient approach to identifying the material source of ston...
Machine-made sand is gradually replacing natural sand to achieve sustainable development. Experimental studies and gray-correlation analysis were used to study the properties of tunnel slag machine-made mortar and concrete. The properties of machine-...
The variety of types that appear in kidney stones makes it necessary to describe them to try to understand their formation. The crystalline phases recognized in stones are classified according to their chemical composition. For this reason, a study u...
In this study, we looked at the viability of utilizing serum to differentiate between gallbladder (GB) stones and GB polyps using Surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS), which has the potential to be a quick and accurate means of diagnosing benig...
To improve the safety and stability of tunnel structures, developing grouting materials suitable for cold regions with excellent performance is crucial. Herein, waterborne polyurethane (WPU) was used to modify cement grouting materials. Through ortho...
Background and Objectives: Ureteral access sheaths (UASs) are widely used in retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS) to facilitate irrigation and instrument access. Recently, flexible and navigable suction UASs (FANS-UASs) have been developed to enhance...
To identify the characteristics of patients with sepsis or acute pyelonephritis (APN) combined with ureteral calculi and to analyze the risk factors in its causation. Methods: We included patients with sepsis or APN caused by ureteral calculi who rec...
Natural stone-paved roads have been generally used to preserve historical regions due to its architectural aesthetic aspect and environmental impact. However, there are limitations of travelling speed and traffic volume owing to the defects caused by...
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