Due to the direct contact between the probe and sample, the contact of the four-probe method is important for the structural integrity of the sample and the accuracy of electrical resistivity measurements, especially for surface-coated metal foils wi...
Consistent laser cutting quality is one of the problems associated with the nonlinearity of relationships between process parameters and output responses. This problem acquires particular importance when it comes to cutting advanced nanocomposites, w...
Grotto rock structure detection is precondition of the grotto protection and restoration. As a stable and non-destructive geophysical method, electrical resistivity tomography (ERT) is extensively used to detect the geological structure of the grotto...
Surface electrical resistivity is a non-destructive technique that is sensitive to the microstructure of hydrated cement paste and the chemical composition of the pore solution in cement-based materials. In this study, a Wenner array was used to meas...
The Republic of Korea, with 64% forest coverage, is increasingly vulnerable to large-scale wildfires. This study employed electrical resistance tomography (ERT) to diagnose internal damage in Pinus densiflora trees following a surface fire in spring...
Fractured-rock aquifers represent an important part of the groundwater that is used for domestic, agricultural, and industrial purposes. In these natural systems, the presence and properties of fractures control both the quantity and quality of water...
Composite materials are still finding new applications that require the modification of various properties and are characterized by the summary impact on selected operational features. Due to the operating conditions of electrical equipment enclosure...
Different studies in the literature indicate the effectiveness of CNTs as reinforcing materials in cement–matrix composites due to their high mechanical strength. Nevertheless, their incorporation into cement presents some difficulties due to t...
Aluminum coatings, which are applied by physical vapor deposition (PVD), have to be virtually defect-free in barrier applications for the packaging industry. When aluminum is applied to paper, hygroexpansion and substrate roughness can impair the alu...
The study aimed to evaluate the influence of structure (type and material) on thermal properties (thermal conductivity, diffusivity) and surface resistance of composites used for explosion-proof enclosures of electrical devices. The matrix was a grap...
Global forest plantations are expanding, causing land-use changes and impacting the water cycle. This study assesses whether eucalyptus plantations reduce groundwater levels compared to grasslands in paired subtropical watersheds. The hydrological dy...
The legacy of the mining industry has left a large number of tailing ponds in the Cartagena–La Unión mining district exposed to water and wind erosion, which causes serious environmental and health problems and requires remediation. Before applying a...
The surface profile and structural alignment of fibers and yarns in fabrics are critical factors affecting the electrical properties of conductive textile surfaces. This study aimed to investigate the impact of fabric surface roughness and the geomet...
As DC transmission voltage increases, the DC wall bushing becomes longer, and a supporting insulator is introduced to keep the conductor straight. Under extremely high electric fields coupled with a thermal gradient, the surface charge of the support...
The specific lithology of the southern part of Bejaia city represents a major limitation to urban settlement and expansion. This is partly due to landslides that tend to affect this region. To date, one of these landslides in this region has occurred...
This study investigates the hydraulic connection of surface karst features within the Northern segment of the Edwards Balcones Fault Zone Aquifer, using a combination of 2D and pseudo-3D Electrical Resistivity Tomography (ERT) at an outcrop near Sala...
A lubricant protective film (LP) formed on automotive Zn-coated steel sheets is a functional surface layer that controls shear resistance at the die–sheet interface while also affecting the electrical contact state during resistance spot weldin...
We studied the variation in electrical conductivity of exfoliated RuO2 nanosheets and the modulation in the contact resistance of individual nanosheet devices using charge transfer doping effects based on surface metal nanoparticle decorations. The e...
The endurance of medium- and high-voltage electrical insulation is a key reliability element in a broad spectrum of applications that cover transmission and distribution levels, the transportation segment, the industrial environment, and power electr...
The electrical resistivity method is widely used in near-surface mineral exploration. At present, the deterministic algorithm is commonly employed in three-dimensional (3-D) electrical resistivity inversion to obtain subsurface electrical structures....
The present article focused on the surface characterization of electric discharge machined duplex stainless steel (DSS-2205) alloy with three variants of electrode material (Graphite, Copper-Tungsten and Tungsten electrodes). Experimentation was exec...
The grain size of a metallic coating or the surface layer after the machining of metallic parts strongly impacts corrosion and wear properties along with fatigue behavior. By measuring the combined electrical resistance of this layer and the substrat...
This study aimed to evaluate the impact of contact surface roughness on the performance characteristics of M12-type electrical contacts, with particular emphasis on current and thermal derating parameters. Three samples were prepared, all made from t...
Isotactic polypropylenes (iPP) with different melt flow indexes (MFI) were used to fabricate nanocomposites (NCs) with 10 wt % loadings of multi-wall carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) using ultrasound-assisted extrusion methods to determine their effect on t...
This paper describes an original method for forming a stable coating on a polypropylene yarn. The use of this method provides this yarn with barrier antimicrobial properties, reducing its electrical resistance, increasing its strength, and achieving...
Non-proprietary ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC) has been developed by numerous research institutes, each exhibiting unique characteristics distinct from both commercial and other non-proprietary UHPC formulations. However, comprehensive techno...
The operational suitability of electromagnetic starters equipped with experimental contacts has been substantiated within their use in electrical installations of the agro-industrial sector, which may be affected by the environments containing aggres...
Indium tin oxide (ITO) is widely used as a substrate for fabricating chips because of its optical transparency, favorable chemical stability, and high electrical conductivity. However, the wettability of ITO surface is neutral (the contact angle was...
Smart textiles have attracted huge attention due to their potential applications for ease of life. Recently, smart textiles have been produced by means of incorporation of electronic components onto/into conductive metallic yarns. The development, ch...
The properties of semiconductor materials can be strongly affected by the addition of metallic nanoparticles. Here we investigate the properties of SiC + Au and Si3N4 + Au thin films prepared by magnetron sputtering deposition followed by thermal ann...
Graphene oxide (GO) is an attractive alternative to graphene for many applications due to its captivating optical, chemical, and electrical characteristics. In this work, GO powders with a different amount of surface groups were synthesized from grap...
Extremely short-sized multi-wall carbon nanotube (CNT) and high surface area activated carbon were used to increase the electrical performance of lithium-ion capacitors (LIC). After electrodes were synthesized using extremely short-sized CNTs and hig...
Cement mortar can be colored using color additive technology to give colorful facades to the surfaces of buildings, and to beautify the environment. In this study, weight ratios of color powder/cement at 1:80, 1:40, and 1:27, and polyacrylic emulsion...
Alkali-activated fly ash slag (AAFS) has emerged as a novel and environmentally sustainable construction material, garnering substantial attention due to its commendable mechanical attributes and minimal ecological footprint. This investigation delve...
The May 2024 Lernapat landslide in northern Armenia occurred following rainfall and coincided with leakage from an irrigation pipeline. Its subsurface structure was investigated using UAV terrain analysis, four boreholes, laboratory testing, electric...
Landslides, as one of the main problems in mountainous areas, are a challenging issue for modern geophysics. The triggers that cause these phenomena are diverse (including geological, geomorphological, and hydrological conditions, climatic factors, a...
This paper integrates multichannel analysis of surface waves (MASW) and time-lapse electrical resistivity tomography (ERT) to define aquifer geometry and identify transient groundwater features of the Cascalheira Stream Basin Holocene alluvial aquife...
An iron aluminide modified layer prepared by a novel powder mixed electrical discharge alloying (PMEDA) process with a green compact aluminum electrode is conducted to improve the corrosion performance of work pieces. The phase composition and micros...
Piezoelectric energy harvesters operate by converting mechanical vibrations or strains into electrical energy. From recent research, it is understood that the choice of coating material for piezoelectric energy harvesters is a critical consideration...
The Mao open-pit coal mine waste dump in Hequ, Shanxi, is a loose, anthropogenic mass accumulated over the original topography. Following a recent sliding and significant settlement event, this dump became the subject of intense stability concerns. D...
Wildfires impact forest ecosystems, affecting tree survival and physiological responses. This study explored the effects of surface fires on Pinus densiflora and Quercus variabilis, assessing mortality, internal injuries, and canopy health. By 2024,...
This study presents a compact controlled urban geophysics test site developed at the University of Malta to evaluate the response of complementary near-surface sensing methods under known shallow subsurface conditions. The experimental setup is desig...
This study employs a multimethod approach to investigate the sediment distribution in two pocket beaches, Ramla Beach and Mellieha S Beach, in Malta. Both study sites were digitally reconstructed using unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) photogrammetry. Fo...
New capabilities for measuring and monitoring are needed to prevent the shrink-swell risk caused by drought-rewetting cycles. A clayey soil in the Loire Valley at Chaingy (France) has been instrumented with two extensometers and several soil moisture...
The occurrence of pilling affects the appearance and aesthetic properties of knitwear and leads to a shortened lifespan of underwear, which is usually worn directly on the skin and under the outer layers of clothing and is exposed to direct contact w...
A study of altering the conductive properties of wool fibers by applying copper selenide is presented. The researched modification of wool fibers was based on a two-stage adsorption-diffusion process. X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscope,...
To address the ever-increasing electromagnetic interference (EMI) pollution, a hybrid filler approach for novel composites was chosen, with a focus on EMI absorbance. Carbon nanofiller loading was limited to 0.6 vol.% in order to create a sustainable...
Rain-triggered landslides frequently threaten public safety, infrastructure, and the economy during typhoon seasons in Zhejiang Province. Landslides are complex structural systems, and the subsurface features play a significant role in their stabilit...
Slope landslide risk presents a critical challenge throughout high-speed railway construction and operation. Precise detection of sliding surfaces is essential for disaster prevention. This study develops an electrical detection method using complex...
We report the results of a zinc oxide (ZnO) low-power microsensor for sub-ppm detection of NO2 and H2S in air at 200 °C. NO2 emission is predominantly produced by the combustion processes of fossil fuels, while coal-fired power plants are the mai...
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