363 Results Found

This preliminary study examined the effects of a stretching intervention after training and its duration (15 vs. 30 min) on participants’ shank circumference (SC) reduction and subjective discomfort score. Ten male volleyball players underwent a rout...

The fifth-generation (5G) mobile network services are currently being made available for different use case scenarios like enhanced mobile broadband, ultra-reliable and low latency communication, and massive machine-type communication. The ever-incre...

We tested the effects of water-soluble single-walled carbon nanotubes, chemically functionalized with polyethylene glycol (SWCNT-PEG), on primary mouse astrocytes exposed to a severe in vitro simulated traumatic brain injury (TBI). The application of...

In-network caching is the essential part of Content-Centric Networking (CCN). The main aim of a CCN caching module is data distribution within the network. Each CCN node can cache content according to its placement policy. Therefore, it is fully equi...

The production technology for stretch film is highly energy-intensive. Electrical energy is used not only to power individual components of the technological line but also to change the physical state of the raw material (granules) from solid to liqu...

The residual stress generated in a superalloy during heat treatment affects the subsequent processing of the workpiece and may even adversely affect its performance. This paper investigates the effects of pre-stretching (in the range from 0% to 9%) b...

Background: This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of 8-week exercise programs (aerobic, stretching, and aerobic plus stretching) in improving menstrual characteristics in female adolescents in Saudi Arabia. Methods: In this quasi-experimenta...

The paper presents a method and results of experimental testing of the stability of palletized cargo wrapped in stretch film in laboratory conditions and methods and parameterization of its application for proper cargo securing. Reduction of stretch...

The different effects of intermittent and continuous stretching on the mechanical properties of the musculotendinous complex have been unclear. This study aimed to compare the effects of intermittent and continuous stretching for the same duration on...

This study aimed to explore the acute effects of static stretching on the musculotendinous properties of two hamstring muscles. Twelve male volunteers underwent two testing sessions. One session was dedicated to the evaluation of the semitendinosus m...

Background: Postural balance and fall efficacy (self-perceived confidence in performing daily physical activities) have been found to be risk factors associated with falls in older adults. Stretching is one intervention that has been investigated to...

Myofascial stretching is often prescribed in the management of musculoskeletal pain. However, the neural mechanisms contributing to a decrease in pain are unknown. Stretching produces a sensation that may act as a conditioning stimulus in a condition...

21-4N is a typical heat resistant steel used as the material of exhaust valves. The application of cross wedge rolling to manufacture preform for valves has the advantages of higher efficiency and better quality. In this study, cross wedge rolling of...

Polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) and poly(methyl methacrylate) (PMMA) blend films were prepared using biaxial stretching. The effects of PMMA content and stretching ratio on the crystallinity and β phase fraction of PVDF in blend films were investigate...

Purpose: Stretch-induced force deficit suggests an acute stretch-specific strength capacity loss, which is commonly attributed to EMG reductions. Since those deficits could also be attributed to general fatigue induced by overloading the muscle, this...

An in-depth experimental study of the matrix effect of antifreeze (ethylene glycol) and water contamination of engine oil through FT-IR spectroscopy. With a comparison of the percent by volume concentration of contaminated fresh 15W-40 engine oil, th...

Collapsed titania nanotubes (cTiNT) were synthesized by the calcination of titania nanotubes (TiNT) at 650 °C, which leads to a collapse of their tubular morphology, a substantial reduction in surface area, and a partial transformation of anatase t...

Interior residual stresses induced by quenching may cause distortion during subsequent machining processes. Hence, various strategies have been employed to relieve the interior residual stress, such as stretching, post treatment, and other techniques...

Background/Objectives: The relationship between upper trapezius muscle stiffness and choroidal circulatory dynamics remains unclear. This study aimed to examine changes in upper trapezius muscle stiffness and choroidal circulatory dynamics before and...

Woven fabrics generally have high strength but only limited stretch. This lack of stretch can be overcome by incorporating elastane fibers into the fabric structure. These stretch woven fabrics offer an interesting potential for tight-fitting garment...

This study examines the characteristics of stretch film used to secure palletized cargo, with the aim of rationalizing its use. Growing consumption of packaging materials requires scientifically substantiated film selection that accounts for the forc...

In this paper, the ultraviolet protection factor (UPF) of weft knitted fabrics made from 20Ne cotton yarn, Coolmax yarn and their blends in dry, relaxed and stretched states were studied. According to the fibre composition, samples were divided into...

Nuclear-factor-E2-related factor 2 (Nrf2) is a key transcription factor for the regulation of cellular responses to cellular stress and inflammation, and its expression is significantly lower after spontaneous term labor in human fetal membranes. Pat...

The maximum force criteria and their derivatives, the Swift and Hill criteria, have been extensively used in the past to study sheet formability. Many extensions or modifications of these criteria have been proposed to improve necking predictions und...

Cellular response to mechanical stimuli is a crucial factor for maintaining cell homeostasis. The interaction between the extracellular matrix and mechanical stress plays a significant role in organizing the cytoskeleton and aligning cells. Tools tha...

Long polymeric chains highly stretched and aligned with the flow confer a strong mechanical anisotropy on a viscoelastic solution. The electrically-driven transport of free ions under such conditions is far from being understood. In this paper, we de...

In this work, Mg–2Zn–0.5Ca (wt.%) alloy sheets fabricated according to various rolling parameters were evaluated to investigate the effect of rolling parameters on room-temperature stretch formability. The sheet rolled at 360 °C with...

Thin films and coatings which have a high demand in a variety of industries—such as manufacturing, optics, and photonics—need regular improvement to sustain industrial productivity. Thus, the present work examined the problem of the Carre...

Pes cavus is a structural deformity in which the increased plantar arch can lead to greater metatarsal verticality with the consequent excess of pressure under the forefoot zone (especially the metatarsal zone), causing pain and significant loss of f...

The formability of the drawn part in the deep drawing process depends not only on the material properties, but also on the equipment used, metal flow control and tool parameters. The most common defects can be the thickening, stretching and splitting...

Residual stresses are inevitably introduced during plate manufacturing and pre-processing (e.g., quenching and pre-stretching). However, springback prediction in creep age forming (CAF) is still frequently carried out by assuming an initially stress-...

L-type Ca²⁺ channels, particularly Ca_V1.2, play a crucial role in cardiac excitation-contraction coupling and are known to exhibit mechanosensitivity. However, the mechanisms regulating their response to mechanical stress remain poorly understood. To...

Background: The effects of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) stretching on muscle imbalance are not fully understood. The aim of this study was to examine the acute effects of PNF stretching on knee extension and flexion peak torque (PT...

Modern supply chains have grown more intricate and globally widespread, often involving high consumption of single-use plastic materials for tertiary packaging. LLDPE stretch films represent a widely adopted solution, fully integrated into industrial...

In this paper, a near-net discrete clamp motion path control (SF-CMPC)-based stretch-forming method is proposed as a solution for the low-cost high-quality machining of highly curved surfaces. In this approach, the clamps are discretized, the motion...

Seismic data processing is essential in hydrocarbon exploration, with normal moveout (NMO) correction being a pivotal step in enhancing seismic signal quality. However, conventional NMO correction often suffers from the stretch effect, which distorts...

Background: Recent research has discussed the use of low-frequency electrical stimulation to increase blood flow by eliciting muscular contraction in soft tissues. This randomized clinical trial examined the efficacy of low-frequency electrical stimu...

This study investigated the redistribution of the milk lipid fraction during buffalo mozzarella manufacturing, and it focused on the effects of coagulation and stretching on triglycerides, fatty acids, and cholesterol. Samples of raw milk, curd, whey...

Background: While physical activity has been shown to enhance cognitive function, little is known about whether stretching, a low-intensity, accessible form of exercise, can elicit similar benefits, particularly over time. The study adopted a self-co...

(1) Background: The evaluation of muscles with spasticity using ultrasound elastography has attracted attention recently, and the shear wave velocity (SWV) technique can measure the mechanical properties of tissues objectively and quantitatively. The...

Background/Objectives: Thyroidectomy is a common endocrine procedure associated with postoperative musculoskeletal symptoms such as neck stiffness, pain, and reduced cervical mobility. These sequelae, though often underrecognized, can impair recovery...

The purpose of this study was to assess the effect of using a combination of stretching and Brain Gym^®(BG) + Touch for Health (TfH) movements to reduce fatigue and musculoskeletal complaints (MSCs) in garment-sewing operators. A quasi-experimental st...

To evaluate the behavior of the relevant microbial populations during stretched cheese production, quantitative microbiological analysis was performed during the critical steps of the preparation. The obtained data distributions proved statistically...

Background: Striae distensae (stretch marks) are atrophic skin lesions. Microneedling stimulates collagen remodeling, and high-frequency ultrasonography (HFUS) allows for the evaluation of these tissue changes. Objective: To assess the effectiveness...

Formability testing is a fundamental method for determining sheet metal’s susceptibility to deep drawing operations. This article presents the results of formability analysis of several batches of 0.7 mm thick cold-rolled DX56D+Z100-M-C-O steel...

Muscle fatigue has proven to be a main factor in developing work-related musculoskeletal disorders. Taking small breaks or performing stretching routines during a work shift might reduce workers’ fatigue. Therefore, our objective was to explore...

Mechanical stresses generated during manufacturing and laying process of high voltage cables can result in degradation of insulation properties, affecting the stable operation of the transmission system. Traditional test methods for testing the effec...

Background: Due to their high toxicity, cancer treatments produce multiple sequelae, including fatigue, which has a great impact on quality of life. Therefore, the aim of this study is to evaluate the efficacy on quality of life, fatigue, and functio...

Manifestation of muscle reactions at an early developmental stage may reflect the processes underlying the generation of appropriate muscle tone, which is also an integral part of all movements. In preterm infants, some aspects of muscular developmen...

We investigate the effect of a 1-week comprehensive foam rolling (FR) intervention program on knee pain, range of motion (ROM), and muscle function in patients with TKA.Thirty patients with TKA were randomly allocated to FR (n = 15) or control (n = 1...