Accurate localization of the radio transmitter is an important work in radio management. Previous research is more focused on two-dimensional (2-D) scenarios, but the localization of an unknown radio transmitter under three-dimensional (3-D) scenario...
A scanning electron microscope (SEM) image based direct finite element (FE) mesh reconstruction method is employed to reflect microstructure features of thermal barrier coatings (TBC). The creep-plastic assumption of thermally grown oxide (TGO) scale...
Multiroute yield experiments were carried out on extruded ZK60 magnesium alloy samples under 200 °C and strain rate of
In recent decades, loess landslide events have attracted increasing attention in the South Jingyang tableland. To elucidate the mechanical mechanism of landslide initiation in the region, this work collected undisturbed loess and paleosol samples tak...
The underrepresentation of women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields has been a longstanding issue. Traditionally, research on sex differences in cognitive abilities has focused on mean scores, which are often trivial a...
In continuous strata engineering, such as foundations and underground caverns, the differences in shear strength between sandstone and mudstone rock mass–structural plane–structural block systems critically affect design and safety. Howev...
Limited research exists comparing sex differences in muscular power. The primary purpose of this research was to determine if differences exist in power and velocity in the conventional deadlift (CDL). A secondary purpose was to examine the relations...
To improve the strength of cement-treated sand effectively, the use of various cement types was investigated at different curing temperatures and compared with the results obtained from similar mortars at higher cement contents. The compressive stren...
The mechanical behaviors of two multi-materials, DP590 (steel sheet)–A356 (cast aluminum alloy) and SS330 (steel sheet)–A5052 (aluminum sheet), were studied. A structural adhesive was used for the joining of steel and aluminum at adhesion...
27 January 2023
Upper body (UB) strength is important for occupational tasks and injury prevention in law enforcement officers (LEOs). Portable, reliable, and cost-effective assessments are needed to examine UB strength among LEOs in field settings. The purpose of t...
28 August 2024
Purpose: This study examined lifespan changes in maximum tongue strength, swallowing time, and masseter activity during swallowing. It provides normative data with which to compare clinical assessments of orofacial myofunctional disorders (OMD) and o...
Solid brick masonry poses challenges in predicting compressive strength due to its non-homogeneous and anisotropic nature, compounded by variations in the properties of the constituent bricks and mortar. This research addresses this issue through sec...
The shear mechanical properties of rock discontinuities with different joint wall compressive strengths are a practical basis for the stability analysis of layered rock mass. Shear tests on discontinuities possessing different joint wall strengths we...
Climbing demands exceptional isometric finger flexor strength and neuromuscular efficiency. This study aimed to compare maximum isometric strength and muscle quality (MQ) between climbers and non-climbers and examine the influence of sex and specific...
The strength and plasticity balance of F/B dual-phase X80 pipeline steels strongly depends on deformation compatibility between the soft phase of ferrite and the hard phase of bainite; thus, the tensile strength of ferrite and bainite, as non-negligi...
During the last decade numerous review articles have been published on how concurrent strength and endurance training affect cycling performance. However, none of these have reviewed if there are any sex differences in the effects of concurrent train...
31 January 2026
Inner strength is increasingly recognized as a protective factor in mental health, but its structure and dynamics remain underexplored, particularly in individuals with borderline personality disorder (BPD) symptoms. This study applied network analys...
Background: Handgrip strength asymmetry is a critical yet underexplored basketball component. While the digit ratio (2D:4D) is linked to strength, its interplay with age, body composition, and biomechanics is unclear. This study aimed to quantify the...
Polymer nanodielectrics present a particularly challenging materials design problem for capacitive energy storage applications like polymer film capacitors. High permittivity and breakdown strength are needed to achieve high energy density and loss m...
Background: In soccer, the repeated execution of unilateral actions may lead to uneven limb development, promoting the occurrence of asymmetries. However, there is no consensus on the impact of these asymmetries on sports performance or the influence...
To investigate the bearing behavior of symmetrical full-scale different strength concrete filled double skin steel tube (CFDST) stub columns, 19 full-scale specimens were designed, considering the slenderness ratio (λ); the compression strengt...
The heterogeneity of wireless receiving devices, co-channel interference, and multi-path effect make the received signal strength indication (RSSI) of Wi-Fi fluctuate greatly, which seriously degrades the RSSI-based positioning accuracy. Signal stren...
Ensuring the stability of underground structure engineering in deep coal mines is the key to the successful exploitation of deep geothermal resources in coal mines. Therefore, this paper carried out mechanical tests on rock–coal combinations un...
The 1060 aluminum and T2 copper were joined by the pulsed double electrode gas metal arc welding (DE-GMAW) brazing method by using four types of filler wires, namely pure aluminum (Al) ER1100, aluminum-magnesium (Al–Mg) ER5356, aluminum-silicon...
10 May 2021
It is well recognized that socioeconomic status (SES) is an important determinant of health, but many studies fail to address the possibility of reverse causation. We aim to investigate the reciprocal relationship between trajectories of SES and heal...
In recent years, studies related to preventing injuries and improving sports performance have aroused academic interest. However, no bibliometric study has investigated asymmetry. The aim of this study was twofold: (i) to identify trends in research...
The soil–rock mixture (SRM), as a heterogeneous and discrete geomaterial, can be widely found in nature and may present difficult design and construction issues for structures within or on top of them. Engineers face a difficult problem when de...
26 October 2022
The leg tuck was replaced by the plank in the Army Combat Fitness Test, in part because it was felt it discriminated against women. There is limited leg tuck research, including between-sex comparisons and relationships with other fitness tests. This...
20 February 2023
The concerns about the contradiction between agricultural production and Agricultural Non-Point (ANPS) pollution has become increased with economic development in China. Government interventions are key to controlling ANPS pollution through the estab...
Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) have garnered significant research interest across various fields due to their excellent maneuverability, scalability, and flexibility. However, potential collisions and other issues can disrupt communication and hinde...
It has been suggested that sex differences exist in recovery following strength training. This study aimed to investigate the differences in recovery kinetics between resistance trained males and females following two different back squat (BSq) proto...
Due to the harsh climatic conditions in high altitude and cold regions with large temperature differences, asphalt pavement is generally prone to cracking, and the cracks propagate rapidly, which reduces the service life and service level of the road...
In this study, the changes in the DNA native conformation induced by pH changes in the alkaline and acidic regions were examined. It was shown by the methods of low gradient viscometry and flow birefringence that protonation and deprotonation of nitr...
The localization of internet of things (IoT) nodes in indoor scenarios with strong multipath channel components is challenging. All methods using radio signals, such as received signal strength (RSS) or angle of arrival (AoA), are inherently prone to...
Extraction constants (Kex & Kex±) for the extraction of silver picrate (AgPic) by benzo-18-crown-6 ether (B18C6) into 1,2-dichloroethane (DCE) were determined at 298 K and various ionic strength (I)-values of a water phase with or without excess...
Background/Objectives: Sarcopenia (Sp) and obesity (Ob) have significant negative effects on steatotic liver disease (SLD). Here, we examined the effects of sarcopenic Ob (SO) on liver fibrosis in patients with SLD. Methods: We included 811 patients...
Concrete in which EPS (expanded polystyrene) particles partially or completely replace concrete aggregates is called EPS concrete. Compared to traditional concrete, EPS concrete has a controllable low density and good thermal-insulation performance,...
One of the key points to make grouting reinforcement technology efficient and economical in engineering is to find out the optimal match relationship between different strengthsofrock mass and strength ofgrouting material. It can be called areasonabl...
At present, there is no clear understanding of the influence of differences in soil mineral composition, particle size grading, and hydraulic paths on the shear strength of unsaturated soil, and the related strength models are not applicable. The she...
Crystal orientations, tear strength and shrinkage of Linear Low-Density PolyEthylene (LLDPE) films made with different processes (compressed, cast and blown) were investigated. The films were made with three different LLDPE resins, respectively, whic...
During drill-and-blast construction, complex and variable rock masses are frequently encountered. Owing to the transient nature of the explosion process and the randomness of crack propagation, the response of different rock masses to explosive loadi...
Muscle strength is routinely measured in patients with neuromuscular disorders by hand-held dynamometry incorporating a wireless load cell to evaluate disease severity and therapeutic efficacy, with magnitude of effect often based on normative refere...
Since the effect of intermediate principal stress on the strength of pavement materials is not entirely clear so far, a proprietary true triaxial apparatus was developed to simulate the spatial status of principal stresses to conduct compressive stre...
26 March 2021
The purpose of our study was to investigate peak torque (PT) of knee extensors (KE) and knee flexors (KF), bilateral and unilateral strength asymmetries in isokinetic testing and vertical jump height (JH), vertical ground reaction force (VGRF), and f...
With the addition of microalloy elements to a high-strength low-alloy (HSLA) steel, various fine particles of carbides and nitrides are formed, which increase the matrix strength. These precipitates play a crucial role in precipitation strengthening....
This study assessed the bond strength of prefabricated post systems at different root levels of endodontically treated teeth. One-rooted human premolars (N = 70; n = 10) were cut to 2 mm above the cement-enamel junction. Root canals were treated and...
Managing clinical manifestations of cancer/treatment burden on functional status and quality of life remains paramount across the cancer trajectory, particularly for patients with cachexia who display reduced functional capacity. However, clinically...
Background: Although evidence suggests that resistance training should be prescribed as a method to enhance or maintain physical fitness, these findings are mostly based on research on younger men. Studies investigating responses by sex and age to re...
(1) Background: Various materials are available for CAD-CAM denture base fabrication, for both additive and subtractive manufacturing. However, little has been reported on bond strength to soft denture liners. Therefore, the aim of this study was to...
Rebonding of orthodontic brackets to new positions during treatment with fixed orthodontic appliances is a common practice and it is important not to cause plastic deformation during bracket removal. The aim of this study was to evaluate the resistan...
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