Sven Lewandowski: Die Pornographie der Gesellschaft. Beobachtungen eines populärkulturellen Phänomens. Bielefeld: transcript Verlag 2012.

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Nina Schumacher

2013-05-01

Full Text Available Sven Lewandowski versucht mittels der ungewöhnlichen Kombination von Psychoanalyse und Systemtheorie der Relevanz pornographischer Inhalte innerhalb der Gegenwartsgesellschaft nachzuspüren. Neben dem Internetphänomen der Amateurpornographie untersucht er dabei aus soziologischer und medienanalytisch informierter Perspektive Geschlechterverhältnisse, ‚Perversionen‘ und andere Erscheinungen des Pornographischen. Lewandowski wagt sich damit unter Zuhilfenahme einer der abstraktesten Theorien der Wissenschaftslandschaft an eines ihrer emotionalisiertesten und randständigsten Themen. Hierdurch gelingt es ihm, einen gehörigen Abstand zwischen das Alltagsphänomen Porno und dessen theoretische Betrachtung zu bringen, er entfernt sich damit aber gleichzeitig in gewisser Weise von seinem Gegenstand.Using the rather extraordinary combination of psychoanalysis and systems theory, Sven Lewandowski tries to trace the relevance of pornographic contents within contemporary society. In addition to the Internet phenomenon of amateur pornography, he also analyzes gender relations, ‘perversions,’ as well as other aspects of pornography from a sociological and media-analytical perspective. In doing so, Lewandowski dares to explore one of the most emotionalized and marginalized topics of science using one of its most abstract theories. He thus manages to bring quite some distance between the everyday phenomenon of pornography and its theoretical consideration. However, at the same time, he also detaches himself from his object of study to a certain degree.

METODOLOGIA PARA MAPEAMENTO DE VULNERABILIDADE COSTEIRA À ELEVAÇÃO DO NÍVEL MÉDIO DO MAR (NMM EM ESCALA LOCAL

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Full Text Available Este trabalho apresenta metodologia para mapeamento da vulnerabilidade costeira à elevação do Nível Médio do Mar (NMM em escala local, com estudo de caso na orla marítima da Ilha de Madre de Deus/BA. Essa orla marítima é densamente ocupada por bairros residenciais e instalações da indústria petrolífera. Para isso, foi criado um índice de vulnerabilidade costeira com a combinação de quatro variáveis geológicas (geomorfologia, declividade, elevação e taxa de erosão/acreção na face de praia, determinadas em levantamentos sazonais (verão e inverno de perfis de praia georreferenciados e niveladas em relação ao NMM, e três variáveis de processos físicos costeiros (taxa de elevação do nível médio do mar, altura significativa de onda e amplitude de maré média. O mapa representou a variação da vulnerabilidade relativa ao longo de distintos setores da linha de costa possibilitando identificar a combinação mais crítica das variáveis, ou seja, áreas prioritárias às intervenções antrópicas para redução das vulnerabilidades por meio de estratégias de prevenção, mitigação e/ou adaptação socioeconômicas e ambientais aos impactos da elevação do NMM. Os resultados mostraram alto potencial na aplicação da metodologia em setores de beira-mar, cuja pequena extensão requer o mapeamento em escala de detalhe.

Reflections on Sven-Eric Liedman’s Marx-Biography “A World to Win: The Life and Works of Karl Marx”

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Christian Fuchs

2018-01-01

The English translation of Sven-Eric Liedman’s Marx-biography A World to Win: The Life and Works of Karl Marx was published two weeks before Marx’s bicentenary. This article presents reflections on Liedman’s book and asks how one should best write biographically about Marx. The paper compares Liedman’s biography to the Marx-biographies written by Jonathan Sperber (Karl Marx: A Nineteenth-Century Life) and Gareth Stedman-Jones (Karl Marx: Greatness and Illusion). A biography is a way of repeat...

Från flygkamrater till “rymdrevolutionärer.” Om Sven Wernströms tidigaste science fiction

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Jerry Määttä

2012-11-01

Full Text Available “From Flight Comrades to Space Revolutionaries: On the Earliest Science Fiction of Sven Wernström”. The Swedish author Sven Wernström (b. 1925, mostly known for his political children's and young adult fiction, is also one of the most prolific and widely read Swedish writers of science fiction (sf. His first attempts in the genre consisted of stray sf elements in some of his aviation novels on “Flygkamraterna” (“The Flight Comrades”, 1947–1957, and the fullblown sf novel Flygkamraterna korsar rymden (“The Flight Comrades Cross Space”, 1949, which depicts a trip to Mars and an encounter with an alien civilisation literally divided into different strata in their underground society. This study examines the transition from Wernström's first aviation novels to his first sf novel, and studies the extent to which Wernström's early science fiction makes use of the specific conventions of the genre. After a very brief survey of the history of sf in Sweden up until the 1950s, this study deals with the two novels Flygkamraterna (“The Flight Comrades”, 1947 and Flygkamraterna korsar rymden when it comes to their view on science and technology, their uses of technological speculation and futurological extrapolation, estrangement, and evocation of the sublime. It is commonly believed that Wernström's writing didn't really become political until the 1960s. One of the main conclusions of this study, however, is that already in his earliest science fiction from the late 1940s, Wernström makes ample use of the genre's potential to conduct indirect social commentary.

Comparative Evaluation of the Impact of WRF-NMM and WRF-ARW Meteorology on CMAQ Simulations for O3 and Related Species During the 2006 TexAQS/GoMACCS Campaign

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In this paper, impact of meteorology derived from the Weather, Research and Forecasting (WRF)– Non–hydrostatic Mesoscale Model (NMM) and WRF–Advanced Research WRF (ARW) meteorological models on the Community Multiscale Air Quality (CMAQ) simulations for ozone and its related prec...

Do all ecosystems maximise their distance with respect to thermodynamic equilibrium? A comment on the Ecological Law of Thermodynamics (ELT, proposed by Sven Erik Jørgensen

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Rutger de Wit

2005-09-01

Full Text Available Sven Erik Jørgensen has boldly proposed a “Fourth Law of Thermodynamics” which he also advocates as the “Ecological Law of Thermodynamics” or ELT (Integration of Ecosystem Theories: A Pattern, Kluwer Academic Publisher. This Law is still a hypothesis and can be tested. I disagree with the generalised way he uses the term “exergy” in his approach. Exergy is commonly defined as a measure of the work capacity of a system. According to the physicists Boltzmann information embodies energy. Jørgensen takes this into account when considering the “exergy” stored in ecosystems; hence, according to his way of calculating the genetic information of the organisms is the mayor contribution to “exergy”. I argue that energy has been embodied in the information during a historical process and that because of fundamental irreversibility this energy cannot be extracted again for work capacity. Moreover, other phenomena mentioned earlier by Ramon Margalef, demonstrate that proliferating information in biota shows uncoupling with respect to its embodied energy content according to the Boltzmann formula. In spite of these objections, some of Sven Erik Jørgensen’s core ideas are exiting and worthwhile testing. I place these within the context of the non-equilibrium thermodynamic theories on “dissipative systems” developed by the physicist Ilya Prigogine.

”Läs kamrat Jesus i Söndagsskolorna!” Mottagandet av Sven Wernströms Kamrat Jesus i Sverige

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Hellström, Martin

2016-01-01

Full Text Available Sven Wernström’s children’s book Kamrat Jesus (Comrade Jesus, 1971 depicts Jesus as a revolutionary leader. The author’s intention was to generate a debate on the Bible’s way of describing Jesus. When published, Kamrat Jesus was treated in thirty-two reviews and polemical articles, published in daily papers, Christian Magazines and periodicals for teachers of religion, librarians and Sunday-school teachers. The 1970s is generally described as a decade dominated by the agenda of the left, and in line with this the majority of the reviews published in daily papers convey a positive view of the work. However, in this article, all the reviews are studied, and then another image emerges. The periodicals that are aimed at teachers of religion, librarians and church leaders ignore the work to a high extent, or reject it due to aesthetical considerations or its lack of concordance with current Bible research. Thus, Kamrat Jesus, despite the political climate, did not fulfil the author’s aim. The article shows that in literary surveys and special-feature issues on children’s literature and religion, the work was ignored for the remainder of the 1970s. Presenting Jesus as a revolutionary was thus not commonly accepted even during this left-wing decade.

Keda peetakse hullumajas? / Kristel Kotta

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Kotta, Kristel

2009-01-01

Hullusekäsitlusest filmides Milos Formani "Lendas üle käopesa" (USA, 1975), Andrei Kontšalovski "Hullumaja" (Venemaa - Prantsusmaa, 2002) ja Petri Kotwica "Koduigatsus" (Soome, 2005). Artikli lõpus M. Formani, A. Kontšalovski ja P. Kotwica filmograafia ning lühidalt artikli autorist

Nationale test

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2009-01-01

Professor Sven Erik Nordenbo og centerleder Niels Egelund, begge DPU, i samtale om nationale test.......Professor Sven Erik Nordenbo og centerleder Niels Egelund, begge DPU, i samtale om nationale test....

Tintinnabuli-muusika mõjust filmikeelele / Kerri Kotta

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Kotta, Kerri, 1969-

2009-01-01

Kairi Maimets-Voldi doktoritööst "Mediating the 'idea of One' : Arvo Pärt's pre-existing music in film = Vahendades 'Üht(sust)' : Arvo Pärdi valmismuusikast filmis" / Tallinn : Eesti Muusika- ja Teatriakadeemia, 2009

The last Viking King: a royal maternity case solved by ancient DNA analysis.

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Dissing, Jørgen; Binladen, Jonas; Hansen, Anders; Sejrsen, Birgitte; Willerslev, Eske; Lynnerup, Niels

2007-02-14

The last of the Danish Viking Kings, Sven Estridsen, died in a.d. 1074 and is entombed in Roskilde Cathedral with other Danish kings and queens. Sven's mother, Estrid, is entombed in a pillar across the chancel. However, while there is no reasonable doubt about the identity of Sven, there have been doubts among historians whether the woman entombed was indeed Estrid. To shed light on this problem, we have extracted and analysed mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) from pulp of teeth from each of the two royals. Four overlapping DNA-fragments covering about 400bp of hypervariable region 1 (HVR-1) of the D-loop were PCR amplified, cloned and a number of clones with each segment were sequenced. Also a segment containing the H/non-H specific nucleotide 7028 was sequenced. Consensus sequences were determined and D-loop results were replicated in an independent laboratory. This allowed the assignment of King Sven Estridsen to haplogroup H; Estrid's sequence differed from that of Sven at two positions in HVR-1, 16093T-->C and 16304T-->C, indicating that she belongs to subgroup H5a. Given the maternal inheritance of mtDNA, offspring will have the same mtDNA sequence as their mother with the exception of rare cases where the sequence has been altered by a germ line mutation. Therefore, the observation of two sequence differences makes it highly unlikely that the entombed woman was the mother of Sven. In addition, physical examination of the skeleton and the teeth strongly indicated that this woman was much younger (approximately 35 years) at the time of death than the 70 years history records tell. Although the entombed woman cannot be the Estrid, she may well be one of Sven's two daughters-in-law who were also called Estrid and who both became queens.

Eesti etümoloogia sõnaraamat / Gábor Zaicz

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Zaicz, Gábor

2013-01-01

Arvustus: Metsmägi, Iris, Sedrik, Meeli, Soosaar, Sven-Erik. Eesti etümoloogia sõnaraamat. Peatoimetaja Iris Metsmägi. Koostanud ja toimetanud Iris Metsmägi, Meeli Sedrik, Sven-Erik Soosaar. Eesti Keele Sihtasutus. Tallinn, 2012

Eesti fotograaf pääses National Geographicusse / Ulvar Käärt

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Käärt, Ulvar, 1982-

2010-01-01

Eesti fotograafi Sven Začeki Soomes Riisitunturi rahvuspargis tehtud kaks maastiku ja kaks habekaku fotot avaldatakse ajakirja National Geographic maikuu numbris. 18. aprillil tunnustati üks Sven Začeki ülesvõte "Looduse aasta foto 2010" konkursil parimaks maastikupildiks

Põhjamaine visuaalsus & vitaalsus / Henno Väri

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Väri, Henno

1999-01-01

Sven Inge loomingust. Sven Inget loetakse kunstilise holograafia rajajaks. 1977. a. tegi ta esimese videohologrammi "The expanded Cube". Näitus "De Mondè" Tartu Kunstimajas 24. IX-15. X. Nähaolevat võib nimetada abstrakt-visionaarseks uusekspressionismiks, täpsemalt vitaalkolorismiks.

New market mechanism and its implication for carbon reduction in China

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Gao, Shuai; Smits, Mattijs; Mol, Arthur P.J.; Wang, Can

2016-01-01

This article presents a detailed review and analysis of the discussions around the new market mechanism (NMM) and explores its potential in China. It contributes to the current discussion of the NMM in three aspects. First, this article attempts to streamline ideas about the NMM. The term NMM is considered to be an umbrella concept for emission trading systems which all Parties can engage in on a voluntary basis in the implementation of their intended nationally determined contributions, and which need to satisfy three criteria: (i) having a large scale scope; (ii) aiming to facilitate a net emission reduction; (iii) allowing flexibility for the host country. We also present a framework to clarify the NMM. Based on this framework, major options with a high implementation potential are identified. Second, we argue that the national-level operational framework determines the chance of successful implementation of the NMM. We identify different options based on a literature survey and evaluate them with respect to effectiveness and efficiency. Third, we choose China, a highly influential country regarding climate change polices, as a case to analyze the potential contributions and challenges of the NMM and its implementation at different stages of national development. - Highlights: • The paper aims to contribute to the discussion of the NMM for further development. • A framework including four key elements to conceptualize the NMM is established. • The national-level operational framework of the NMM is presented and assessed. • Four contributions of the NMM are explored for carbon reduction in China. • Implementation of the NMM at different stages of China's development is explored.

Muusikaanalüüs kui kuulamine / Kerri Kotta

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Kotta, Kerri, 1969-

2009-01-01

Artikli eesmärgiks on visandada ühe võimaliku formaalse kuulamisviisi ehk analüüsimeetodi piirjooned. Käsitletud on kuulaja/analüüsija dialoogi teosega peamiselt muusikalise lauseehituse seisukohalt. Analüüsi aluseks on võetud W. A. Mozarti klaverisonaadi C-duur, K 278 I osa

Avaliação da resistência mecânica de três diferentes pinos de Schanz às forças de torção em montagens do fixador externo monolateral Mechanical resistance evaluation of three different Schanz screws to torsion forces in monolateral external fixation assemblies

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Marcelo Mercadante

2005-01-01

Full Text Available OBJETIVO: O objetivo deste estudo é avaliar a resistência mecânica de três montagens de fixador externo linear utilizando pinos de 4,5 mm e de 5,5 mm com alma 3,2mm, e de 5,5 mm com alma de 4,5 mm no setor rosqueado dos pinos. MATERIAL E MÉTODOS: Foram montados fixadores externos lineares em tubos de polipropileno de 500 mm, com um corte obliquo a 45º no seu centro, com dois pinos de Schanz em cada segmento. Foram estudados 18 corpos de prova, divididos em três grupos de seis peças cada. No grupo 1 foram utilizados pinos de Schanz de 4,5 mm, no grupo 2 pinos de 5,5 mm ambos com alma de 3,2 mm e no grupo 3 pinos de 5,5 mm com alma de 4,5 mm de diâmetro. Os testes mecânicos foram realizadas em máquina de torção MT-100, e as medidas de resistência realizadas com 4,5º, 9,0º, 13,5º e 18,0º de torção. RESULTADOS: Os pinos de Schanz de 4,5 mm e alma de 3,2 mm mostraram como média de resistência para as torções de 4,5º, 9,0º, 13,5º e 18,0º, respectivamente: 12,0 N/mm, 21,0 N/mm, 33,0 N/mm e 46,0 N/mm. Os pinos de 5,5 com alma de 3,2 mm mostraram como resistência média: 13,2 N/mm, 25,3 N/mm, 40,0 N/mm e 51,2 N/mm, respectivamente. Os testes com os pinos de Schanz de 5,5 mm com alma de 4,5 mm mostraram resistência média de: 15,2 N/mm, 33,5 N/mm, 53,0 N/mm e 70,0 N/mm. Estudo estatístico com o teste da Análise de Variância e o teste de Bonferroni mostraram ausência de diferença estatisticamente significante entre os grupos com pinos com diâmetro da alma da parte roscada de 3,2mm (de 4,5 mm e 5,5 mm. Houve diferença estatisticamente significante (alfa OBJECTIVE: The objective of this study was to evaluate the mechanical force of three different assemblies of a linear external fixator using 4.5 mm and 5.5 mm Schanz screws with a 3.2 mm-diameter root, and another screw with 5.5 mm diameter with a 4,5mm root. MATERIAL AND METHODS: The linear external fixator was assembled in a 500 mm-long polypropylene tube, with a 45

Design and construction of a prestressed concrete pressure vessel for a working pressure of 69N/mm2 (10,000 p.s.i)

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Dawson, P.

1977-01-01

Construction is nearing completion of a pressure vessel with a chamber 9.15 m (30 ft.) high and 3.05 m (10 ft.) internal diameter for hydraulic tests on marine components up to 69 N/mm 2 (10,000 p.s.i.) working pressure. The chamber comprises a steel cylinder, with independent end plates contained within a prestressed concrete structure. The cylinder is constructed in two halves, each consisting of three forged rings, 170 mm thick, shrink-fitted onto a 90 mm thick liner. It rests on a 100 mm thick bottom plate, provided with a band of hard-facing overlay on which the cylinder slides in response to changes of test medium pressure. Models to be tested within the chamber are hung from a removeable 150 mm thick top plate. A central elliptical hatch provides access into the chamber. Special sealing assemblies are fitted at the junction of the cylinder sections and between the cylinder and end plates. These seals are capable of accepting radial expansion of the cylinder and corresponding vertical movements at the upper seal arising from elastic movements of the enclosing structure. The top plate is restrained by a wire-wound prestressed concrete closure plug, itself located by twelve bifurcated inclined steel struts which transfer the load on the top plate into the concrete structure. The struts are retractable to allow removal of the closure plug and top plate. The enclosing concrete structure is 25 m (82 ft.) high and 11 m (36 ft.) diameter. It is vertically prestressed by 180 no. 540 Tonne tendons and circumferentially prestressed by 5 mm wire laid under tension in pre-cast concrete channels by the Taylor Woodrow Wire-Winding System. The structure was analysed, using limit state principles, by computerised elastic and non-elastic dynamic relaxation techniques. The results were evaluated against triaxial stress criteria established from relevant research work and experience obtained from nuclear prestressed concrete pressure vessels

Investigation of the physical and mechanical properties of Shea Tree ...

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Investigation of the physical and mechanical properties of Shea Tree timber ( Vitellaria paradoxa ) used for structural applications in Kwara State, Nigeria. ... strength parallel to grain of 24.7 (N/mm2), compressive strength perpendicular to grain of 8.99 (N/mm2), shear strength of 2.01 (N/mm2), and tensile strength parallel to ...

Utilization of Construction Waste Tiles as a Replacement for Fine Aggregates in Concrete

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A. A. Adekunle

2017-10-01

Full Text Available Ceramic wastes are found to be suitable for usage as substitution for fine and coarse aggregates in concrete production. This study is an investigation into the utilization of waste tiles as partial replacement for fine and coarse aggregates in concrete. The control mix and other mixes containing cement, water, granite and partial replacement for sand with crushed tiles (in 5%, 10%, 15% and 20% proportions were cast, cubed, cured and crushed. Also, another mix containing cement, water, sand and partial replacement of granite with crushed tiles (in 25%, 50% and 75% proportions were cast, cubed, cured and crushed. The specimens were tested for their respective compressive strengths using the Universal Testing Machine (UTM on the 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th days of curing. At 28 days, the compressive strength value of 5% of fine-waste tiles replacement was 20.12 N/mm2 while that of 10%, 15% and 20% were 14.24 N/mm2, 11.04 N/mm2 and 10.12 N/mm2 respectively. Moreover, at 28 days, the compressive strength of 25% of coarse-waste tiles replacement shows an increase to 22.45 N/mm2 while that of 50% and 75% were 18.4 N/mm2 and 12.2 N/mm2 respectively. Thus it can be concluded that fine aggregates can be substituted at 5% waste tiles while coarse aggregates can be substituted at 25% waste tiles.>/p>

KARAKTERISTIK KM. ZAISAN STAR AKIBAT PERUBAHAN MUATAN

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Samuel Samuel

2014-02-01

Full Text Available KM. Zaisan Star yang semula merupakan kapal general cargo dimodifikasi menjadi kapal pengangkut kendaraan (vehicle carrier dengan penambahan geladak pada ruang muat dan diatas geladak utama. Penelitian ini bertujuan mengetahui nilai stabilitas dan kekuatan memanjang kapal dari 32 simulasi kondisi karena pengaruh pengisian geladak muat dan kondisi pelayaran kapal. Perhitungan dan analisa pada penelitian ini dilakukan dengan metode pendekatan rumus stabilitas dan kekuatan memanjang kapal yang terintegrasi pada perangkat lunak pekapalan yang mengacu standar IMO dan Rules BKI. Hasil analisa stabilitas menunjukkan nilai GZ terendah pada kondisi XXXI dengan 1,103 m sedangkan kriteria minimumnya 0,200 m. Nilai GM terendah pada kondisi XXXII dengan 1,160 m, sedangkan nilai minimumnya 0,150 m. Pada analisa kekuatan memanjang diperoleh nilai tegangan geladak kondisi air tenang 0,009 N/mm2, sagging 0,013 N/mm2 dan hogging 3,40 N/mm2 serta tegangan alas kondisi air tenang 0,020 N/mm2, sagging 0,029 N/mm2 dan hogging 7,825 N/mm2, nilai tersebut tidak melebihi nilai tegangan ijin kapal 188,815 N/mm2. Perhitungan modulus penampang menunjukkan nilai modulus penampang geladak 831,990 m3 dan alas 1913,974 m3, nilai tersebut memenuhi nilai modulus minimum kapal 0,1824 m3. Perhitungan momen inersia menunjukkan nilai momen inersia sebesar 2899,540 m4, nilai ini memenuhi nilai minimum momen inersia kapal 0,4103 m4.

Synergistic co-activation increases the extent of mechanical interaction between rat ankle plantar-flexors

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Chris Tijs

2016-09-01

Full Text Available Force transmission between rat ankle plantar-flexors has been found for physiological muscle lengths and relative positions, but only with all muscles maximally activated. The aims of this study were to assess intermuscular mechanical interactions between ankle plantar-flexors during (i fully passive conditions, (ii excitation of soleus (SO, (iii excitation of lateral gastrocnemius (LG, and (iv during co-activation of SO and LG (SO&LG. We assessed effects of proximal lengthening of LG and plantaris (PL muscles (i.e. simulating knee extension on forces exerted at the distal SO tendon (FSO and on the force difference between the proximal and distal LG+PL tendons (ΔFLG+PL of the rat. LG+PL lengthening increased FSO to a larger extent (p=0.017 during LG excitation (0.0026 N/mm than during fully passive conditions (0.0009 N/mm. Changes in FSO in response to LG+PL lengthening were lower (p=0.002 during SO only excitation (0.0056 N/mm than during SO&LG excitation (0.0101 N/mm. LG+PL lengthening changed ∆FLG+PL to a larger extent (p=0.007 during SO excitation (0.0211 N/mm than during fully passive conditions (0.0157 N/mm. In contrast, changes in ∆FLG+PL in response to LG+PL lengthening during LG excitation (0.0331 N/mm were similar (p=0.161 to that during SO&LG excitation (0.0370 N/mm. In all conditions, changes of FSO were lower than those of ∆FLG+PL. This indicates that muscle forces were transmitted not only between LG+PL and SO, but also between LG+PL and other surrounding structures. In addition, epimuscular myofascial force transmission between rat ankle plantar-flexors was enhanced by muscle activation. However, the magnitude of this interaction was limited.

Force Relations and Dynamics of Cutting Knife in a Vertical Disc Mobile Wood Chipper

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Segun R. BELLO

2011-06-01

Full Text Available The force relations and dynamics of cutting knife in a vertical disc wood chipper were investigated. The tool geometry determined include: rake angle (20 deg C; Shear angle, (fi= 52.15 deg C; the mean frictional angle, (t = 5.71 deg C. The analysis and comparison of the cutting forces has shown that the chips separated from the wood are being formed by off cutting, since normal applied force N is compressive in nature, the magnitude of the forces used by the knife on the wood is expected to increase as the cutting edge of the knife goes deeper into the wood until the value of the resisting force acting against the cut wood Ff is reached and exceeded. The evaluated forces acting on the knife and the chip are: F = 3.63Nmm^-1; N = 34.7 Nmm^-1; Fs= 27.45Nmm^-1; Fn =31.92 Nmm^-1; Ft = -8.46Nmm^-1; Fc = 33.85Nmm^-1. The resultant force acting on the tool face, Pr = 34.89Nmm^-1. The specific cutting pressure, Pc and cutting force needed to cut the timber, Fc, are 1.79 × 10^6 N/m2 and 644.84N respectively. The energy consumed in removing a unit volume of material is 69.96kJ/mm^-3 and the maximum power developed in cutting the chip is 3591.77W (4.82hp. The chipper efficiency (86.6% was evaluated by the highest percentage of accepted chip sizes.

The nonmetal-metal transition in solutions of metals in molten salts

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Tosi, M.P.

1997-04-01

Solutions of metals in molten salts present a rich phenomenology: localization of electrons in disordered ionic media, activated electron transport increasing with metal concentration towards a nonmetal-metal (NM-M) transition, and liquid-liquid phase separation. A brief review of progress in the study of these systems is given in this article, with main focus on the NM-M transition. After recalling the known NM-M behaviour of the component elements in the case of expanded fluid alkali metals and mercury and of solid halogens under pressure, the article focuses on liquid metal - molten salt solutions and traces the different NM-M behaviours of the alkalis in their halides and of metals added to polyvalent metal halides. (author). 51 refs, 2 figs

Ny svensk teaterhistoria

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Kuhlmann, Annelis

2009-01-01

Review about the New Swedish Theatre History, edited by Sven Åke Heed and Tomas Forser. The book is in three volumes. Focus is on performativity and theatrical appearances within spoken theatre, opera, ballet, musicals, free dance (a Swedish notion of modern dance).......Review about the New Swedish Theatre History, edited by Sven Åke Heed and Tomas Forser. The book is in three volumes. Focus is on performativity and theatrical appearances within spoken theatre, opera, ballet, musicals, free dance (a Swedish notion of modern dance)....

Stability of radial head and neck fractures: a biomechanical study of six fixation constructs with consideration of three locking plates.

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Burkhart, Klaus Josef; Mueller, Lars P; Krezdorn, David; Appelmann, Philipp; Prommersberger, Karl J; Sternstein, Werner; Rommens, Pol M

2007-12-01

Open reduction and internal fixation of radial neck fractures can lead to secondary loss of reduction and nonunion due to insufficient stability. Nevertheless, there are only a few biomechanical studies about the stability achieved by different osteosynthesis constructs. Forty-eight formalin-fixed, human proximal radii were divided into 6 groups according to their bone density (measured by dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry). A 2.7-mm gap osteotomy was performed to simulate an unstable radial neck fracture, which was fixed with 3 nonlocking implants: a 2.4-mm T plate, a 2.4-mm blade plate, and 2.0-mm crossed screws, and 3 locking plates: a 2.0-mm LCP T plate, a 2.0-mm 6x2 grid plate, and a 2.0-mm radial head plate. Implants were tested under axial (N/mm) and torsional (Ncm/ degrees ) loads with a servohydraulic materials testing machine. The radial head plate was significantly stiffer than all other implants under axial as well as under torsional loads, with values of 36 N/mm and 13 Ncm/ degrees . The second-stiffest implant was the blade plate, with values of 20 N/mm and 6 Ncm/ degrees . The weakest implants were the 2.0-mm LCP, with values of 6 N/mm and 2 Ncm/ degrees , and the 2.0-mm crossed screws, with values of 18 N/mm and 2 Ncm/ degrees . The 2.4-mm T plate, with values of 14 N/mm and 4 Ncm/ degrees , and the 2.0-mm grid plate, with values of 8 N/mm and 4 Ncm/ degrees came to lie in the midfield. The 2.0-mm angle-stable plates-depending on their design-allow fixation with comparable or even higher stability than the bulky 2.4-mm nonlocking implants and 2.0-mm crossed screws.

Strength properties of interlocking compressed earth brick units

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Saari, S.; Bakar, B. H. Abu; Surip, N. A.

2017-10-01

This study presents a laboratory investigation on the properties of interlocking compressed earth brick (ICEB) units. Compressive strength, which is one of the most important properties in masonry structures, is used to determine masonry performance. The compressive strength of the ICEB units was determined by applying a compressive strength test for 340 units from four types of ICEB. To analyze the strength of the ICEB units, each unit was capped by a steel plate at the top and bottom to create a flat surface, and then ICEB was loaded until failure. The average compressive strength of the corresponding ICEB units are as follows: wall brick, 19.15 N/mm2; beam brick, 16.99 N/mm2; column brick, 13.18 N/mm2; and half brick, 11.79 N/mm2. All the ICEB units had compressive strength of over 5 N/mm2, which is the minimum strength for a load-bearing brick. This study proves that ICEB units may be used as load-bearing bricks. The strength of ICEBs is equal to that of other common bricks and blocks that are currently available in the market.

experimental evaluation experimental evaluation of alternative mix

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compressive strength of 33.48 N/mm2, concrete cubes cast with the seawater had a compressive strength of. 31.04N/mm2, while ..... Mechanical Behavior of Concrete in Sea Water Under ... Methods for Determination of Physical Properties of.

Use of Crushed Granite Fine as Replacement to River Sand in Concrete Production

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Manasseh JOEL

2010-12-01

Full Text Available The suitability of Crushed granite fine (CGF to replace river sand in concrete production for use in rigid pavement was investigated. Slump, compressive and indirect tensile strength tests were performed on fresh and hardened concrete.28 days Peak compressive and indirect tensile strength values of 40.70N/mm2 and 2.30N/mm2 respectively was obtained, with the partial replacement of river sand with 20% CGF, as against values of 35.00N/mm2 and 1.75N/mm2, obtained with the use of river sand as fine aggregate. Based on economic analysis and results of tests, river sand replaced with 20% CGF is recommended for use in the production of concrete for use in rigid pavement. Conservation of river sand in addition to better ways of disposing wastes from the quarry sites are some of the merits of using CGF.

Reflective Writing

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Ahrenkiel Jørgensen, Andriette

2016-01-01

In Breve fra min Have (Letters from my Garden), the Swedish landscape architect, Sven-Ingvar Andersson, produces dialogues about his garden to a wide circle of friends, colleagues, deceased and still living acquaintances such as Karen Blixen, Gertrude Stein, C. Th. Sørensen, Albrecht Dürer, Peter...... Høeg etetera. The dialogues work as a tool of reflection in terms of providing opportunity to examine his own beliefs, to explore the possible reasons for engaging in a particular activity. On the basis of Sven-Ingvar Andersson’s book a teaching program at the Aarhus School of Architecture provides...

A new phase of ThC at high pressure predicted from a first-principles study

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Guo, Yongliang; Qiu, Wujie; Ke, Xuezhi; Huai, Ping; Cheng, Cheng; Han, Han; Ren, Cuilan; Zhu, Zhiyuan

2015-08-01

The phase transition of thorium monocarbide (ThC) at high pressure has been studied by means of density functional theory. Through structure search, a new phase with space group P 4 / nmm has been predicted. The calculated phonons demonstrate that this new phase and the previous B2 phase are dynamically stable as the external pressure is greater than 60 GPa and 120 GPa, respectively. The transformation from B1 to P 4 / nmm is predicted to be a first-order transition, while that from P 4 / nmm to B2 is found to be a second-order transition.

75 FR 14221 - Self-Regulatory Organizations; Notice of Filing and Immediate Effectiveness of Proposed Rule...

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2010-03-24

... upon execution of incoming orders. The modified logic rewards displayed orders that establish the...). Proposal to Extend the Operation of the NMM Pilot The NYSE established the NMM Pilot to provide incentives... operates to reward aggressive liquidity providers. As such, the Exchange believes that the rules governing...

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2011-01-05

... interest at a price point upon execution of incoming orders. The modified logic rewards displayed orders... of the NMM Pilot The NYSE established the NMM Pilot to provide incentives for quoting, to enhance..., facilitate the trading of larger orders more efficiently and operates to reward aggressive liquidity...

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2010-09-09

... price point upon execution of incoming orders. The modified logic rewards displayed orders that... Operation of the NMM Pilot NYSE Amex established the NMM Pilot to provide incentives for quoting, to enhance... trading of larger orders more efficiently and operates to reward aggressive liquidity providers. As such...

Specific adaptations of neuromuscular control and knee joint stiffness following sensorimotor training.

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Gruber, M; Bruhn, S; Gollhofer, A

2006-08-01

The aim of this study was to examine how fixations of the ankle joint during sensorimotor training (SMT) influence adaptations in mechanical stiffness and neuromuscular control of the knee joint. Sixty-three healthy subjects were randomly assigned to three training groups that differed in their degree of ankle joint fixation, which was either barefooted, with an ankle brace or with a ski boot. Mechanical knee joint stiffness and reflex control of m. vastus medialis, m. vastus lateralis, m. biceps femoris, and m. semitendinosus were tested during force controlled anterior tibial displacements. This force was applied as both a fast and a slow stimulus. After the training period the group that trained barefooted showed an increase in mechanical stiffness of the knee joint from 79 +/- 21 (Mean +/- SD) N/mm to 110 +/- 38 N/mm (p boots was able to improve knee joint stiffness from 67 +/- 26 N/mm to 96 +/- 47 N/mm (p knee joint injuries.

Different PEEK qualities irradiated with light of different wavelengths: Impact on Martens hardness.

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Lümkemann, Nina; Eichberger, Marlis; Stawarczyk, Bogna

2017-09-01

To assess the impact of irradiation on Martens hardness parameters of different PEEK qualities filled with titanium dioxide (TiO 2 ), namely PEEK/0%, PEEK/20%, and PEEK/>30%. For Martens hardness (HM) measurements, 40 specimens of each PEEK quality were fabricated and air-abraded with 50μm Al 2 O 3 . HM parameters of PEEK specimens were measured initially and stepwise after irradiating for 5, 10, 20, 30, 40, 60, 80, 100, 180, 360 and 540s using light units with different wavelength: Elipar S10 (430-480nm), EyeVolutionMAX (385-390nm+465-470nm), Translux CL (380-500nm) and bre.Lux Power Unit (370-500nm). HM parameters of 10 human teeth were measured initially on enamel and dentin. Data was analysed using 3-way ANOVA with partial eta-squared (η P 2 ) and post-hoc Tuckey-HSD-test (phardness (p30% (197.35±19.9N/mm 2 ), followed by PEEK/20% (191.45±15.49 N/mm 2 ) showed significantly higher values for HM than PEEK/0% (189.55±16.89N/mm 2 ). PEEK/>30% (5.49±0.4kN/mm) and PEEK/20% (5.38±0.26kN/mm 2 ) presented higher indentation modulus (E IT ) than PEEK/0% (4.77±0.36kN/mm 2 ). Irradiated with wavelength of 430-480nm (PEEK/0%: 193.28N/mm 2 , PEEK20%: 198.83N/mm 2 , PEEK/>30%: 200.5N/mm 2 ) indicated higher HM compared to specimens irradiated with 380-500nm (PEEK/0%: 186.63N/mm 2 , PEEK20%: 191.05N/mm 2 , PEEK/>30%: 196.13N/mm 2 ). Irradiation using 430-480nm (PEEK/0%: 4.95kN/mm 2 , PEEK20%: 5.52kN/mm 2 , PEEK/>30%: 5.59kN/mm 2 ) and 370-500nm (PEEK/0%: 4.92kN/mm 2 , PEEK20%: 5.43kN/mm 2 , PEEK/>30%: 5.53kN/mm 2 ) indicated higher E IT values compared to specimens irradiated with 380-500nm (PEEK/0%: 4.72kN/mm 2 , PEEK20%: 5.34kN/mm 2 , PEEK/>30%: 5.47kN/mm 2 ). Duration of irradiation presented no impact on results. Enamel (HM: 2263.6±405.16, E IT : 63.16±19.24) and dentin (HM: 468.2±30.77N/mm 2 , E IT : 14.14±4.59kN/mm 2 ) presented significantly higher HM and E IT than the tested PEEK qualities (p<0.001). Irradiation with different wavelength impacted HM

The last Viking King

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Dissing, J.; Binladen, J.; Hansen, Anders J.

2007-01-01

of King Sven Estridsen to haplogroup H; Estrid's sequence differed from that of Sven at two positions in HVR-1, 16093T -> C and 16304T -> C, indicating that she belongs to subgroup H5a. Given the maternal inheritance of mtDNA, offspring will have the same mtDNA sequence as their mother with the exception......, there have been doubts among historians whether the woman entombed was indeed Estrid. To shed light on this problem, we have extracted and analysed mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) from pulp of teeth from each of the two royals. Four overlapping DNA-fragments covering about 400 bp of hypervariable region 1 (HVR-1...

Pianist Sven Kullerkupp kahel rindel

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2002-01-01

Avakontserdist Tartu linnamuuseumi uuel klaveril. Tartu linnavalitsuse ja Cup Sound Recording Studio ühisprojektist: noorte heliloojate ja esitajate võistlusest "Mu:sa 2002", mille tulemusel valmib heliplaat

Konservativnaja metshta Narnii / Sven Vabar

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Vabar, Sven

2006-01-01

Ekraniseering C.S. Lewise 1950.a. ilmunud romaanist "Narnia lood : Lõvi, nõid ja riidekapp" ("Chronicles of Narnia : The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe") : režissöör Andrew Adamson : Ameerika Ühendriigid 2005

Narnia konservatiivne unelm / Sven Vabar

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Vabar, Sven

2006-01-01

Ekraniseering C.S. Lewise 1950.a. ilmunud romaanist "Narnia lood : Lõvi, nõid ja riidekapp" ("Chronicles of Narnia : The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe") : režissöör Andrew Adamson : Ameerika Ühendriigid 2005

Ternary complex of plasmid DNA with NLS-Mu-Mu protein and cationic niosome for biocompatible and efficient gene delivery: a comparative study with protamine and lipofectamine.

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Nematollahi, Mohammad Hadi; Torkzadeh-Mahanai, Masoud; Pardakhty, Abbas; Ebrahimi Meimand, Hossein Ali; Asadikaram, Gholamreza

2017-10-28

Non-viral gene delivery methods are considered due to safety and simplicity in human gene therapy. Since the use of cationic peptide and niosome represent a promising approach for gene delivery purposes we used recombinant fusion protein and cationic niosome as a gene carrier. A multi-domain fusion protein including nuclear localization motif (NLS) and two DNA-binding (Mu) domains, namely NLS-Mu-Mu (NMM) has been designed, cloned and expressed in E. coli DE3 strain. Afterward, the interested protein was purified by affinity chromatography. Binary vectors based on protein/DNA and ternary vectors based on protein/DNA/niosome were prepared. Protamine was used as a control. DNA condensing properties of NMM and protamine were evaluated by various experiments. Furthermore, we examined cytotoxicity, hemolysis and transfection potential of the binary and ternary complexes in HEK293T and MCF-7 cell lines. Protamine and Lipofectamine™2000 were used as positive controls, correspondingly. The recombinant NMM was expressed and purified successfully and DNA was condensed efficiently at charge ratios that were not harmful to cells. Peptidoplexes showed transfection efficiency (TE) but ternary complexes had higher TE. Additionally, NMM ternary complex was more efficient compared to protamine ternary vectors. Our results showed that niosomal ternary vector of NMM is a promising non-viral gene carrier to achieve an effective and safe carrier system for gene therapy.

People's Union rocks coalition boat / Aleksei Gunter

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Gunter, Aleksei, 1979-

2003-01-01

Pingelisest olukorrast võimukoalitsioonis. Kommentaarid Rahvaliidu esimehelt Villu Reiljanilt, Reformierakonna esimehelt Siim Kallaselt, Keskerakonna liikmelt Sven Mikserilt ja Mõõdukate esimehelt Ivari Padarilt

Empirical Strengths of Concrete Roof Slabs After 34 Years Service ...

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The results were compared with those from standard compressive strength machine in the laboratory, and subjected to statistical analysis. The final results showed that the lowest slab compressive strength was 14 N/mm2 below the minimum concrete grade of 25N/mm2; and percentage defective was 29.5% more than the ...

Effects of Admixtures on the Properties of Corn Cob Ash Cement Concrete

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Akeem Ayinde RAHEEM

2010-12-01

Full Text Available The study investigated the effects of admixtures on the properties of corn cob ash (CCA cement concrete. The workability and compressive strength of CCA cement concrete incorporated with accelerator, plasticizer and water reducing and retarding were carried out. The dosage of admixture incorporated was: 0.124litre per 15.55kg of cementitious material based on the recommendation by BS EN 934-2.The results revealed that admixtures generally improve the workability of corn cob ash cement concrete. The compressive strength obtained at 28th day for concrete without admixture (The Control was 29.82N/mm2, while for concrete with accelerator, plasticizer, and water reducing and retarding it was 32.80 N/mm2, 38.51 N/mm2 and 34.09 N/mm2 respectively. These results showed that CCA cement concrete incorporated with accelerator achieved greater strength at early ages. With plasticizer, it achieved very high strength at both young and old ages; while with water reducing and retarding it achieved greater strength at old ages alone.

Suursaadikud Keskerakonna peakorteris

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2001-01-01

Ameerika Ühendriikide suursaadik Melissa Wells kohtus Edgar Savisaare, Peeter Kreitzbergi ja Sven Mikseriga. Kommentaarid suursaadik Melissa Wells'ilt. Suurbritannia suursaadik Sarah Squire Keskerakonna peakorteris

Raamatuid / Juhan Habicht

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Habicht, Juhan, 1954-

1991-01-01

Tutvustused: Kivisildnik, Sven. Dawa vita. Tallinn : Eesti Raamat, [1991]. Uustulnd, Albert. Acheroni kaldal. Tallinn : Eesti Raamat, 1991. Kivikas, Albert. Nimed marmortahvlil. Tallinn : Eesti Raamat, 1991

Sem saperov i tshetõre sobaki - vklad v delo zashtshitõ demokratii / Aleksandr Shegedin

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Shegedin, Aleksandr

2003-01-01

Siseministeeriumis toimus pidulik vastuvõtt Afganistanis missioonil viibinud demineerijate autasustamiseks. Üritusel viibisid peaminister Siim Kallas, kaitseminister Sven Mikser ja USA suursaadik Joseph deThomas

Relationship between bone strength and dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry measurements in pigs

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Nielsen, Dorte Hald; McEvoy, Fintan; Madsen, M.T.

2007-01-01

BMD (1.4 g/cm2, respectively). The results showed a difference in the maximum load, in the stress at maximum load, and stiffness among each BMD group (P ... and extrinsic measures of bone strength and BMD was thus demonstrated. The projected change in each of the variables reported, for a 0.1 /cm2 alteration in BMD (within the BMD range evaluated in this study), is as follows: maximum load, 708 N; stress at maximum load, 50 N/mm2; stiffness, 391.6 N/mm; and elastic...... modulus, 108 N/mm2 (P relationship between BMD and bone strength and indicate that BMD screening can be used in fracture risk assessments in production pigs....

Ann tuleb Rakverest Võrru

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2009-01-01

Võru kultuurimajas Kannel etendub 17. aprillil Rakvere teatri noortelavastus "Kuidas elad? ...Ann?!" Aidi Valliku jutustuse põhjal. Lavastaja Sven Heiberg. Mängivad ka Viljandi Kultuuriakadeemia teatritudengid

Rebecca sõidabki Kiievisse / Silja Joon

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Joon, Silja, 1966-

2005-01-01

Eesti Televisiooni stuudiotes toimunud Eurovisiooni rahvusliku eelvooru "Eurolaul 2005" võitnud laulust "Let's Get Loud" (autor Sven Lõhmus), esitajast ansamblist Suntribe, lauljast Rebecca Kontusest. Laulude edetabel

Biomechanical properties of the anterior band of the inferior glenohumeral ligament under stress Propriedades biomecânicas da banda anterior do ligamento glenoumeral inferior submetido a estresse

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José Atualpa Pinheiro Júnior

2003-04-01

Full Text Available This paper is aimed at studying the behavior of the band of inferior glenohumeral ligament subjected to uniaxial traction. Twenty ligaments were distributed in two groups: Group I ( ligaments with bony origin and insertion and Group II ( medial portion of the ligament. Uniaxial traction was applied to all tendons utilizing a traction machine develop in the Department of Physics of UFC. Hooke's Law was used for evaluation of ligament behavior during elastic phase and the Exponential stress-strain Law, for rigidity phase. All ligaments had the same behavior, presenting a phase of elasticity , followed by one of rigidity. After evaluation of the elastic phase , applying Hooke's Law, ligaments constants were 10.507 N/mm ( group I and 13.80 N/mm ( group II, suffering a straining of 2.83% and 2.84%,respectively, until the ligament became rigid. During rigidity phase, the constants were 511.56% N/mm (group I and 156.84% N/mm (group II. It is concluded that the ligament submitted to traction suffers a small elongation until becoming rigid along with an important increase in force constants during rigidity phase.Com o objetivo de estudar o comportamento da banda anterior do ligamento glenoumeral inferior quando submetido a tração uniaxial, estudaram-se 20 ligamentos glenoumerais, especificamente sua banda anterior, divididos em dois grupos: Grupo I, ligamento com origem e inserção óssea e Grupo II, parte média do ligamento. Realizou-se tração uniaxial em máquina desenvolvida no Departamento de Física da Universidade Federal do Ceará, sendo utilizada a Lei de Hooke para avaliação do comportamento do ligamento na fase elástica e a Lei Exponencial stress-strain, para fase de rigidez . Todos os ligamentos tiveram o mesmo comportamento, tendo apresentado uma fase de elasticidade, seguida de uma de rigidez. Após avaliação da fase elástica, utilizando a Lei de Hooke, os ligamentos apresentaram as constantes de 10,507 N/mm para o grupo I e de

Tsharterlennud võivad tulevikus Eestist kaduda / Andres Eilart

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Eilart, Andres

2002-01-01

Turismifirmade liidu asepresident Daisy Järva, Tallinna Lennujaama turundusmees Sven Ratassepp ja Horizon Traveli turundusjuht Annika Sillaots tsharterlennundusest Baltikumis. Tabel: kaheksa sihtkohta, kuhu Estonian Air regulaarlende korraldab

Dirigent Anu Tali: mind pole ilma meie orkestrita / Anu Tali ; intervjueerinud Tiiu Laks

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Tali, Anu, 1972-

2009-01-01

31. mail ja 1. juunil Estonai kontserdisaalis toimuvast Põhjamaade Sümfooniaorkestri kontserdist "Kohtumispaik Eesti", ettekandele tulevatest Erkki-Sven Tüüri teosest, solistidest David Geringas, Marko Martin

Muuseum keset dzhunglit : Jaani Seegi varemepaviljon Tallinnas = Museum in the Middle of a Jungle : Pavilion for Exposing the Ruins of St. John's Sanctuary in Tallinn / Triin Ojari

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Ojari, Triin, 1974-

2003-01-01

Projekteerija: AD Ansambel. Autorid: Toivo Tammik, Sven Koppel. Ekspositsiooni graadiline disain: Ervin Seppel. Konstruktor: Heiki Meos (Estkonsult). Projekt 2002, valmis 2003. Plaan tänavatasandilt, 6 vaadet

Muuseum keset džunglit : Jaani Seegi varemepaviljon Tallinnas = Museum in the Middle of a Jungle : Pavilion for Exposing the Ruins of St. John's Sanctuary in Tallinn / Triin Ojari

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Ojari, Triin, 1974-

2003-01-01

Projekteerija: AD Ansambel. Autorid: Toivo Tammik, Sven Koppel. Ekspositsiooni graadiline disain: Ervin Seppel. Konstruktor: Heiki Meos (Estkonsult). Projekt 2002, valmis 2003. Plaan tänavatasandilt, 6 vaadet

New CDs

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2005-01-01

Heliplaatidest: Urmas Sisask "Deo gratias, Oremus (from Gloria Patri)", Veljo Tormis "Vision of Estonia III", Erkki-Sven Tüür "Action-Passion-Illusion, Zeitraum", "Scandinavian Contemporary A Capella"

Hansapank is the best Baltic brand / Aigars Rungis

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Rungis, Aigars

2003-01-01

Eesti, Läti ja Leedu ettevõtete turundustegevusest Baltimaades. Kommenteerivad Robin K. Rindehed, Kristiina Kõiv, Margus Sameli ja Kaarel Karu. Vt. samas intervjuud Põlva Piima turundusjuhi Sven Puussepaga

Eesti ja Soome kooliõpilased toovad lavale muusikali "Let Mamma Mia in!"

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2006-01-01

21. okt. Kaja keskuses etendavad Tallinna 32. keskkooli ja Meri-Porin Lukio õpilased muusikali "Let Mamma Mia in". Muusikal koosneb muusikalihittidest, mille on looks kokku kirjutanud Sven Kivisildnik

Esimene ILO seminar toimus Taasiseseisvunud Baltimaades

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1993-01-01

Rahvusvahelise Tööorganisatsiooni (International Labour Organisation, ILO) seminar Riias tööandjate organisatsioonide rollist turumajanduses. Tööstus- ja Energeetikaministeeriumi finantsosakonna juhataja Sven Kööp

Tüür välispressis I / tõlk. Anneli Remme, Tiina Õun

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2008-01-01

Valik Erkki-Sven Tüüri teoste kohta viimastel aastatel välispressis ilmunud kirjutistest (Teoste "Whistles and Whispers from Uluru", "Noesis" ja "Aditus" kontsertettekannetest ning helisalvestistest "Oxymoron", "Magma")

Ungarlaste palk kasvab kiires tempos / Raigo Neudorf

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Neudorf, Raigo

2003-01-01

Ungari majanduskasvust, reaalpalga kasvust. Ungari saatkonna majandusatashee Robert Hodosi ja Ühispanga analüütiku Sven Kunsingu hinnanguid. Kaart, diagrammid. Vt. samas: Ungaris on Eestiga võrreldav palgatase

A methodological approach for the biomechanical cause analysis of golf-related lumbar spine injuries.

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Sim, Taeyong; Jang, Dong-Jin; Oh, Euichaul

2014-01-01

A new methodological approach employing mechanical work (MW) determination and relative portion of its elemental analysis was applied to investigate the biomechanical causes of golf-related lumbar spine injuries. Kinematic and kinetic parameters at the lumbar and lower limb joints were measured during downswing in 18 golfers. The MW at the lumbar joint (LJ) was smaller than at the right hip but larger than the MWs at other joints. The contribution of joint angular velocity (JAV) to MW was much greater than that of net muscle moment (NMM) at the LJ, whereas the contribution of NMM to MW was greater rather than or similar to that of JAV at other joints. Thus, the contribution of JAV to MW is likely more critical in terms of the probability of golf-related injury than that of NMM. The MW-based golf-related injury index (MWGII), proposed as the ratio of the contribution of JAV to MW to that of NMM, at the LJ (1.55) was significantly greater than those at other joints ( golf-related injuries around the lumbar spine. Therefore, both MW and MWGII should be considered when investigating the biomechanical causes of lumbar spine injuries.

Development of extended WRF variational data assimilation system (WRFDA) for WRF non-hydrostatic mesoscale model

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Pattanayak, Sujata; Mohanty, U. C.

2018-06-01

The paper intends to present the development of the extended weather research forecasting data assimilation (WRFDA) system in the framework of the non-hydrostatic mesoscale model core of weather research forecasting system (WRF-NMM), as an imperative aspect of numerical modeling studies. Though originally the WRFDA provides improved initial conditions for advanced research WRF, we have successfully developed a unified WRFDA utility that can be used by the WRF-NMM core, as well. After critical evaluation, it has been strategized to develop a code to merge WRFDA framework and WRF-NMM output. In this paper, we have provided a few selected implementations and initial results through single observation test, and background error statistics like eigenvalues, eigenvector and length scale among others, which showcase the successful development of extended WRFDA code for WRF-NMM model. Furthermore, the extended WRFDA system is applied for the forecast of three severe cyclonic storms: Nargis (27 April-3 May 2008), Aila (23-26 May 2009) and Jal (4-8 November 2010) formed over the Bay of Bengal. Model results are compared and contrasted within the analysis fields and later on with high-resolution model forecasts. The mean initial position error is reduced by 33% with WRFDA as compared to GFS analysis. The vector displacement errors in track forecast are reduced by 33, 31, 30 and 20% to 24, 48, 72 and 96 hr forecasts respectively, in data assimilation experiments as compared to control run. The model diagnostics indicates successful implementation of WRFDA within the WRF-NMM system.

PENGARUH PENGGUNAAN GAS PELINDUNG ARGON GRADE A DAN GRADE C TERHADAP KEKUATAN TARIK LASAN SAMBUNGAN BUTT PADA MATERIAL KAPAL ALUMINIUM 5083

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Hartono Yudo

2012-04-01

Full Text Available Material aluminum 5083 banyak digunakan dalam industri perkapalan khususnya sebagai material konstruksi kapal aluminium. Jika dilakukan pengelasan untuk penyambungan material aluminum 5083 akan terdapat kekurangsempurnaan hasil  pengelasanya ditinjau dari kekuatanya. Penelitian ini bertujuan mengetahui kekuatan tarik hasil las material aluminum 5083 dengan menggunakan dua jenis gas pelindung yang berbeda yakni argon grade A dan argon grade C. Pada perancangan percobaan ini menggunakan material kapal aluminium crew boat KM. Pan Maitime dengan LOA (length over all 35 m, yaitu material aluminium 5083 dengan ketebalan 6 mm dengan Elektrode ER 5356 sesuai rekomdeasi ANSI/ AWS spesification A 5 10/ A 5 10 M dengan  proses pengelasan MIG (metal inert gas. Hasil penelitian menunjukan  bahwa penggunaan gas pelindung argon grade C sebagai gas pelindung pengelasan material aluminum 5083 memiliki kekuatan tarik yang lebih besar 57,89 %  untuk spesimen sambungan las dan 19,85 %  untuk spesimen logam las (weld metal daripada gas pelindung argon grade A. Dimana kekuatan tarik (s rata-rata spesimen sambungan las menggunakan argon grade C adalah 202.5 N/mm2, dan spesimen sambungan las menggunakan argon grade A adalah 128.25 N/mm2, sedangkan untuk kekuatan tarik (s rata-rata spesimen logam las menggunakan argon grade C adalah 299,01 N/mm2, dan spesimen logam las menggunakan argon grade A adalah  249,47 N/mm2. Selain pengujian juga dilakukan analisa menggunakan software Nastran 4.5  dengan hasil tegangan spesimen 111,40 N/mm2 untuk beban tarik 7700 N yang terjadi pada sambungan las.

Uudised : Tüür ja Kaljuste Amsterdamis

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2006-01-01

Kontserdil 22. mail Amsterdamis dirigeerib Tõnu Kaljuste Madalmaade Kammerkoori. Kavas Mauricio Kageli ja Gia Kantsheli teoste kõrval ka Erkki-Sven Tüüri "The Wanderer's Evening Song" ja "Meditatio"

Nanometric hybrid films of xanthan and magnetite

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Pereira, Edla M.A.; Silva, Anielle M.; Petri, Denise F.S.

2011-01-01

Magnetite nanoparticles (NMM) were synthesized by co-characterized by means of X-ray diffraction, infrared spectroscopy and potentiometric titration. Xanthan thin films and NMM were deposited alternately onto Si wafers. The attachment of first xanthan layer onto Si wafer was obtained in the presence of Ca 2+ 1 mM and at pH 10. Under these conditions calcium ions interact electrostatically with both silanol groups and xanthan carboxylate groups, yielding stable xanthan (1.5 ± 0.5) nm thick films. The deposition of NMM was forced by applying a magnetic field set under the sample. The following bilayers were formed by 'layer-by-layer' electrostatic process and magnetic field action. The bilayers formation was monitored by the variation in the ellipsometric angles values, Δ e ψ, and atomic force microscopy. (author)

Metafoorne üheöösuhe kunstigaleriis / Ants Juske

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Juske, Ants, 1956-2016

2009-01-01

Olga Temnikova näitus "One Night Stand" Tallinna Linnagaleriis 3. jaanuarini 2010. Kaasautorid: Sven Kivisildnik ja Ilja Nartov. Seksuaalkäitumise skeeme kasutab Olga Temnikova kunstniku ja kunstipubliku suhtlemise metafooridena

Haapsalu gümnaasiumi filmistuudio avas uksed / Kaie Mäemurd

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Mäemurd, Kaie

2006-01-01

Eesti ainus koolifilmistuudio avas 6. okt. uksed. Stuudio asub kooli õpilaskodu majas. Stuudios õpitakse foto- ja filmitegemist, tehakse kohalikke uudiseid televisioonile jpm Õpetavad Sven Tehu, Margus Nee ja Madis Leppik

Tasakaalus tulemuskaardi sage viga on vääralt määratud näitajad / Mait Raava

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Raava, Mait

2003-01-01

Tasakaalus tulemuskaart väljendab strateegiliste tulemusnäitajate põhjuslik-tagajärjelisi seoseid, kuid viga tuleb sageli nende tegurite määratlemisel, kirjutab autor. Skeem. Kommenteerib Sven Heil

"Vana hea aeg" baltisaksa mälestusteraamatus / Ahti Saares

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Saares, Ahti

2000-01-01

Baltisakslastest memuariste iseloomustab romantilis-patriootiline suhtumine kodumaasse ja sellest lähtuv kultuuritoojalik, kõrgemat missiooni täitev hoiak. Võrdlus Stefan Zweigi, Sven Danelli ja Kaljo Villako mälestusteraamatutega

Aasta kõige ägedama loodusfoto tegi Remo Savisaar

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2011-01-01

Ajakirja "Eesti Loodus" 2011. a. fotovõistlusest, tutvustab ajakirja peatoimetaja Toomas Kukk. Loomafotode üldarvestuse peaauhind - Remo Savisaar. Taimefotode peaauhind - Sven Začek, noorte arvestuses Karl Kaisel. Seenefotode peaauhind - Jan Lepamaa

Luhtaminek härra Pauliga / Arno Oja

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Oja, Arno, 1950-

2016-01-01

Arvustus: Heinsaar, Mehis. Härra Pauli kroonikad. 2., täiend. väljaanne. Tallinn : Menu, 2011 ; Luhtatulek : ekslemisi Mehis Heinsaare tihnikutes / koostaja Sven Vabar. Tallinn ; Tartu : Tartu Ülikooli Kirjastus, 2011

Effect of Metakaolin on Concrete Produced with a Pozzolan ...

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Effect of Metakaolin on Concrete Produced with a Pozzolan. ... A mix proportion of 1:2:6:4.1 with water/cement ratio of 0.4 were used. ... The result of the compressive strength of 5-40% replacement cement with the Pozzolan (PBA) ranges from 5.87 – 35.50 N/mm2 as against 14.10 – 36.22N/mm2 for the control test. Similarly ...

Кадры для 60 миллионов : Живущий неподалеку от Тарту в Кырвекюла 31-летний Свен Зачек наряду с Ремо Сависааром и Прийтом Весилиндом стал тр

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Зачек, Свен, 1980-

2012-01-01

Tartu lähedal Kõrvekülas elavast 31-aastasest loodusfotograafist Sven Začekist sai Remo Savisaare ja Priit Vesilinnu kõrval kolmas eestlane, kelle fotosid on avaldanud mainekas loodusajakiri National Geographic

Tüüri autoriplaat on MIDEM-i auhinna nominent

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2008-01-01

Muusikamessi MIDEM klassikalise muusika plaatide auhinnaõhtul on üheks preemia nominendiks Luciano Berio ja Krzysztof Penderecki kõrval Erkki-Sven Tüüri autoriplaat "Magma", messist 27.-31. jaan. Cannes'is Prantsusmaal

Mark Raidpere näitused Pariisis ja Napolis / Mark Raidpere ; interv. Harry Liivrand

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Raidpere, Mark

2008-01-01

Mark Raidpere videod "Vekovka", "Dedication / Pühendus", "Majestoso Mystico" näitusel Pariisis Michel Reini galeriis. Osaleb koos saksa fotograafi Sven Johnega näitusel Napolis. Kreekas Thessalonikis valminud filmist "1:1:1"

Suvel Saksamaale turiste toonud Saksa firma lõpetas tegevuse / Kristjan Jõevere

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Jõevere, Kristjan

2006-01-01

Lõbusõidulaeva Lili Marleen operaatorfirma Holiday Kreuzfahrten, mis ainsana tegi reise Saaremaa uude sadamasse, lõpetas tegevuse. Tallinna Sadama avalike suhete juhi Sven Ratassepa sõnul pole karta, et sadam suvel kasutuna seisaks

Muusikud on koolitatud palgamõrvareiks / Kai Kallastu ; interv. Karol Kallas

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Kallastu, Kai, 1970-

2007-01-01

Lauljanna oma eelseisvast esietendusest : Pärnu mudaravilas esietendub täna Sven Kivisildniku audiovisuaalne ooperietendus "Topeltwagner juustuga", teostajaks lavastuse meeskond REPOO ENSEMBLE (Kivisildnik, Andrus ja Kai Kallastu, Indrek ja Leonora Palu, Rein Laos)

Haapsalu Gümnaasiumi võimla = Haapsalu Gymnasium Gym / Andres Alver

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Alver, Andres, 1953-

2001-01-01

Projekteerija: Alver Trummal Arhitektid OÜ. Arhitektid Andres Alver, Sven Koppel, Tarmo Laht, Ulla Mets. Projekt 1998-1999, hoone valmis 2001. 11 ill.: asendi- ja korruse plaan, pikilõige, välis- ja sisevaated

Aasta algusest 24% plussi, veebruari lõpust 8% miinust

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2005-01-01

Ühispanga Varahalduse juhi Sven Kunsingu virtuaalportfelli seis aprilli alguses 2005. Tabel: Kunsingu virtuaalportfell 31.12.04-08.04.05. Vt. ka Profit nr. 2 lk. 42. Uued nopped Kesk- ja Ida-Euroopast

Kivisildnik versus Under : lausuvad subjektid / Aare Pilv

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Pilv, Aare, 1976-

2016-01-01

Sven Kivisildniku tekstidest, eriti "Märg Viktor" ja seal leiduvast intertekstuaalsusest. Artikli aluseks on 18.-19. apr. 1997 Otepääl TÜ ja TPÜ kirjandustudengite ja -magistrantide konverentsil 'Vaade sillalt' peetud ettekanne

Viljandisse jõuavad pimedate ööde filmid / Kristiina Vaarik

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Vaarik, Kristiina

2004-01-01

Tallinna VIII Pimedate Ööde Filmifestivali raames Viljandi kinos Rubiin 3.-9. detsembrini näidatavate filmide tutvustus. Viljandis on projektijuht Kalvi Kants. Filmidele loeb peale sünkroontõlke Sven Heiberg

Stress analysis on passenger deck due to modification from passenger ship to vehicle-carrying ship

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Zubaydi, A.; Sujiatanti, S. H.; Hariyanto, T. R.

2018-03-01

Stress is a basic concept in learning about material mechanism. The main focus that needs to be brought to attention in analyzing stress is strength, which is the structural capacity to carry or distribute loads. The structural capacity not only measured by comparing the maximum stress with the material’s yield strength but also with the permissible stress required by the Indonesian Classification Bureau (BKI), which certainly makes it much safer. This final project analyzes stress in passenger deck that experiences modification due to load changes, from passenger load to vehicle one, carrying: 6-wheels truck with maximum weight of 14 tons, a passenger car with maximum weight of 3.5 tons, and a motorcycle with maximum weight of 0.4 tons. The deck structure is modelled using finite element software. The boundary conditions given to the structural model are fix and simple constraint. The load that works on this deck is the deck load which comes from the vehicles on deck with three vehicles’ arrangement plans. After that, software modelling is conducted for analysis purpose. Analysis result shows a variation of maximum stress that occurs i.e. 135 N/mm2, 133 N/mm2, and 152 N/mm2. Those maximum stresses will not affect the structure of passenger deck’s because the maximum stress that occurs indicates smaller value compared to the Indonesian Classification Bureau’s permissible stress (175 N/mm2) as well as the material’s yield strength (235 N/mm2). Thus, the structural strength of passenger deck is shown to be capable of carrying the weight of vehicles in accordance with the three vehicles’ arrangement plans.

Tasuta kõrghariduse kaitseks / Sven Mikser

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Mikser, Sven, 1973-

2001-01-01

Seaduseelnõu, mis sätestab riikliku koolitustellimuse mahu kõrghariduses vähemalt pooltele igal aastal keskhariduseni jõudnud noortest. Autor: Keskerakond. Parlamendisaadik. Ilmunud ka: Põhjarannik, 12. juuni 2001, lk. 2; Severnoje Poberezhje, 12. juuni 2001, lk. 2; Virumaa Teataja, 12. juuni 2001, lk. 7; Pärnu Postimees, 19. juuni 2001, lk. 2; Järva Teataja, 19. juuni 2001, lk. 2; Nädaline, 19. juuni 2001, lk. 5; Lääne Elu, 19. juuni 2001, lk. 4; Meie Maa, 22. juuni 2001, lk. 2; Hiiu Leht, 29. juuni 2001, lk. 2; Valgamaalane, 30. juuni 2001, lk. 2

Security policy 2005 / Sven Jürgenson

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Jürgenson, Sven

2006-01-01

2005. aasta olulisematest julgeolekupoliitilistest väljakutsetest, Eesti osavõtust NATO-s, Euroopa Liidu ühises välis- ja julgeolekupoliitikas, rahvusvahelistes ja regionaalsetes organisatsioonides

Asi on otsustatud / [Sildnik, Sven] Kivisildnik

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Kivisildnik, pseud., 1964-

2007-01-01

18. märtsil 2007 kehtima hakanud UNESCO kultuuri väljendusvormide mitmekesisuse kaitse ja edendamise konventsioonist (Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions)

Ülemise korruse majad / Sven Sapelson

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Sapelson, Sven

2006-01-01

Puude otsa või sammastele ehitatud majadest. Näiteid loomingust: saksa arhitekt Andreas Wenning, kanada arhitektid Lukas Kosz ja Tom Chudley, ameerika disainer Dustin Feider, brasiilia arhitekt Marcio Kogan, briti arhitekt Torquil McIntosh. Isekasvava maja idee

Praegu toimivad ebatavalised lahendused / Sven Kunsing

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Kunsing, Sven, 1972-

2008-01-01

Autori sõnul on enamik Eesti fonditurul pakutavaid investeerimislahendusi tavapärased, kohalikule investorile pole seni pakutud alternatiivseid investeeringuid, nagu seda on näiteks riskimaandusfondid. SEB Asset Selection Fund paigutab investorite raha aktiivselt nelja eri klassi vahel. Graafikud

Effect of particle size and concentration on the mechanical properties of polyester/date palm seed particulate composites

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Alewo Opuada AMEH

2015-05-01

Full Text Available The use of cellulosic materials as reinforcement in composites can greatly enhance their properties. The thrust of this study was to investigate the effect of date palm seed particle on the properties of reinforced polyester. Unsaturated polyester resin was reinforced with date palm seed particles of 0.5, 2.0 and 2.8mm particle sizes using variable particle loadings of 5, 10, 15, 20 and 25wt%. The composites obtained were subjected to various types of mechanical and physical tests in order to assess their performance. The optimum tensile strength of 16.7619N/mm2 and elastic modulus of 343.8N/mm2 were attained at 15wt% and 10wt% loading (using 0.5mm particles respectively and percent water absorption was found to be least for 0.5mm particle size. The hardness was enhanced to the maximum of 74 HRF (Rockwell Hardness Factor by 2mm particle size at 25wt% loading. Pure unsaturated polyester resin recorded tensile strength of 17.5959N/mm2, elastic modulus of 316.7N/mm2 and hardness of 33.5 HRF. The results indicated that the use of date palm seed particles as reinforcement can enhance the properties of polyester composites.

Effects of meat addition on pasta structure, nutrition and in vitro digestibility.

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Liu, Tingting; Hamid, Nazimah; Kantono, Kevin; Pereira, Loveena; Farouk, Mustafa M; Knowles, Scott O

2016-12-15

In our study, semolina flour was substituted with beef emulsion (EM) at three different levels of 15, 30 and 45% (w/w) to develop a pasta with enhanced nutritional profile. The protein, fat, and water content significantly increased with addition of meat. The addition of meat enhanced the pasta gluten network. The redness and yellowness of cooked pasta increased with meat addition. Tensile strength increased from 0.018N/mm(2) in the control sample to 0.046N/mm(2) in 45% beef emulsion (45EM) sample. All meat-containing samples had significantly higher elasticity than control (0.039N/mm(2)). GI significantly decreased and IVPD value increased in 45EM sample. Five essential amino acids (leucine, lysine, methionine, threonine, tryptophan) in pasta digesta increased significantly with increasing meat addition. Copyright © 2016 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.

Mixture models with entropy regularization for community detection in networks

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Chang, Zhenhai; Yin, Xianjun; Jia, Caiyan; Wang, Xiaoyang

2018-04-01

Community detection is a key exploratory tool in network analysis and has received much attention in recent years. NMM (Newman's mixture model) is one of the best models for exploring a range of network structures including community structure, bipartite and core-periphery structures, etc. However, NMM needs to know the number of communities in advance. Therefore, in this study, we have proposed an entropy regularized mixture model (called EMM), which is capable of inferring the number of communities and identifying network structure contained in a network, simultaneously. In the model, by minimizing the entropy of mixing coefficients of NMM using EM (expectation-maximization) solution, the small clusters contained little information can be discarded step by step. The empirical study on both synthetic networks and real networks has shown that the proposed model EMM is superior to the state-of-the-art methods.

Very Complicated, indeed! / Jürgen Rooste

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Rooste, Jürgen, 1979-

2005-01-01

Marco Laimre ja Killu Sukmiti näitus "Very Complicated Rock'n'Roll" Kunstihoone galeriis kuni 22. V. Heli: Indrek Pinsel, Andres Lõo, Riho Sibul, Erkki-Sven Tüür, Rainer Jancis (heliinstallatsiooni seadmine)

Õpetajate palk kütab endiselt kirgi / Liisi Seil

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Seil, Liisi, 1971-

2009-01-01

Viljandimaa lasteaiajuhatajate, koolidirektorite ja õppealajuhatajate kohtumisel tõusis eredalt päevakorda pedagoogide palgata puhkuse teema. Eriarvamustele jäid Eesti Haridustöötajate Liidu esimees Sven Rondik ja Viljandi linnapea Kalle Jents

Kuraator ilust ja väest / Roger Pierre Turine ; tõlk. Tamara Luuk, interv. Teet Veispak

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Turine, Roger Pierre

2003-01-01

Roger Pierre Turine'i kureeritud aafrika kunsti näitus "Ilu ja vägi" Rakvere Kesklinna galeriis kuni 27. IX. Näitusel eksponeeritakse osa Kadri ja Sven Viirese Ghanas, lobide maal tehtud reisifotodest

Kui Euroopa ongi teistsugune / Mihkel Mutt

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Mutt, Mihkel, 1953-

1997-01-01

Viljandi Kultuurikolledži teatrikateedri diplomietendusest 'Spoon River' (Edgar Lee Mastersi "Spoon Riveri koolnud" järgi dramat. ja lav. Jaanus Rohumaa) ning Sven Holmi 'Schumanni öö' Eesti Draamateatris, lavastaja Eva Jorgensen Taanist

SAR Polarimetric Scattering from Natural Terrains

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2017-02-17

land surfaces. In addition, NMM3D will also be useful for C-, X-, and Ku-bands. NMM3D results will also be implemented in the NASA Earth Observing...unlimited. (3) Multiple Scattering Effects with Cyclical Terms in Active Remote Sensing of Vegetated Surface Using Vector Radiative Transfer Theory...IEEE Journal of Selected Topics in Applied Earth Observations and Remote Sensing, vol. 9, pp. 1414-1429 (2016)) The multiple scattering and

Psycho-Motor and Error Enabled Simulations: Modeling Vulnerable Skills in the Pre Mastery Phase - Medical Practice Initiative Procedural Skill Decay and Maintenance (MPI-PSD)

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2016-12-01

B were set between 10% and 90% of the maximum closed loop force handled by the device (14.5 N/mm), or between 1.45 and 13.05 N/mm. The effective...include administration of vasoactive medications , rapid resuscitation, total parenteral nutrition, and delivery of caustic medications .2 When considering...Award Number: W81XWH-13-1-0080 TITLE: "Psycho-Motor and Error Enabled Simulations: Modeling Vulnerable Skills in the Pre-Mastery Phase - Medical

Last värskeid näitlejaid ja lavastajaid - Pärnusse ja mujale / interv. Merit Kask

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2007-01-01

Jutuajamine Tartu Ülikooli Viljandi Kultuuriakadeemia teatrikunsti VI lennu näitlejate ja lavastajate Jaanus Mehikase, Jaanika Juhansoni, Kati Kivitari, Priit Loogi, Triin Lepiku, Liis Laigna, Kaili Vidase, Sven Heibergi, Sten Karpovi ja Veljo Reinikuga

1) Mis teile praeguses eesti kirjanduses ei meeldi? 2) Mida tuleks teha, et asi läheks nii, nagu teile meeldib? : [küsitlus

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2002-01-01

Vastavad : Vaapo Vaher, Elo Lindsalu, Olev Remsu, Jüri Ehlvest, François Serpent, Sven Kivisildnik, Linnar Priimägi, Aino Pervik, Mati Unt, Contra, Fagira D. Morti, Aapo Ilves, Aarne Ruben, Juku-Kalle Raid

III sammas kiratseb edasi. Inimesed ei soovi sinna lisaraha panna / Katariina Krjutškova ; kommenteerinud Raivo Sormunen, Romet Kreek

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Krjutškova, Katariina

2011-01-01

III pensionisammaste mahud on võrreldes 2010. aastaga küll kasvanud, aga seda tänu fondide tootluse kasvule. SEB Varahalduse juhatuse liikme Sven Kunsingu, Swedbank Investeerimisfondide AS-i juhatuse esimehe Agnes Maki kommentaare

Maailma ühe parima loodusfoto tegi eestlane

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2011-01-01

Eesti fotograaf Sven Začek on jõudnud loodusfotode võistlusel "Veolia Environnement Wildlife Photographer of the Year" kategoorias "Loovalt loodusest" esiletõstetud fotode autorite hulka. Võistlust korraldavad BBC Wildlife Magazine ja Briti loodusmuuseum

Tshem bolshe skorost, tem bolshe svobodõ! / Oleg Protasejev

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Protasejev, Oleg

2003-01-01

Eestis töötava rootsi fotograafi Sven-Olof Englundi (pseud. Svenne) mootorrattureid ja nende rattaid jäädvustav fotonäitus Tallinna kohvikus Cafe VS. Näituse avamisel osalesid motoklubi Road Spirit MC liikmed

Pingevabalt / Priidu Beier

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Beier, Priidu, 1957-

1995-01-01

Arvustus: Vee, Elo. Ingelheim. Tln.: Eesti Raamat, 1995. Vastukaja : Viiding, Elo. Kirjaniku nimest ja veest // Kultuurileht. - 1995. - 10.nov. - Lk.17; Kivisildnik, Sven. Intuitiivne geneetika ja ustavuse piirid // Postimees. - 1996. - 4.märts. - Lk.18

Baltische Musik für Streichorchester (Vol. 2) / Hans-Christian Dadelsen

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Dadelsen, Hans-Christian

1995-01-01

Uuest heliplaadist "Baltische Musik für Streichorchester (Vol. 2). Ostrobothnian Chamber Orchestra, Juha Kangas". Finlandia/East West Records CD 4509-9789-2 (WD: 64'34") Plaadil ka Erkki-Sven Tüüri teos "Insula Deserta"

Uued tulijad tutvustavad end diplomilavastustega / Ülle Jantson

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Jantson, Ülle

2007-01-01

Janusz Glowacki "Fortinbras jõi end täis" Viljandi Kultuuriakadeemia teatrikunsti eriala 6. lennu esituses (lavastaja Kalju Komissarov ja Sven Heiberg) ja Anton Tshehhovi "Kolm õde" Endla küünis (lavastaja-koreograaf Oleg Titov)

Pensioner - vsem primer / Jaroslav Tolstikov

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Tolstikov, Jaroslav

2002-01-01

Pensionäride ühenduse esimees Sven Pärn pensioniea tõstmisest, Eesti keskmisest pensionist, pensionide suurendamisest 2002. ja 2003. a. Keskmise pensioni ja keskmise palga tõusu võrdlus. Sotsiaalminister Siiri Oviiri esinemisest Berliinis konverentsil

Histologia da pele do pacu (Piaractus mesopotamicus e testes de resistência do couro - DOI: 10.4025/actascianimsci.v25i1.2071 Histology of skin of Piaractus mesopotamicus and leather resistance tests - DOI: 10.4025/actascianimsci.v25i1.2071

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Petra Maria Wagner

2003-04-01

Full Text Available Este trabalho analisou a morfologia da pele do pacu, Piaractus mesopotamicus (Holmberg, 1887, e, após curtimento, a resistência do couro. Observou-se que a derme apresenta uma camada superficial com fibras finas, juntas e entrelaçadas, sem diferenciação quanto à disposição das mesmas e uma camada profunda, com fibras mais finas e espaçadas; e à medida que se distanciam da epiderme, os feixes de fibras tornam-se mais espessos, juntos e entrelaçados. A resistência à tração foi significativamente menor no sentido longitudinal (5,93 N/mm2 comparada ao transversal (13,81 N/mm2 em relação ao comprimento do corpo. O valor de alongamento até a ruptura foi superior (p0,05 para rasgamento progressivo. A resistência do couro à tração e alongamento foi superior no sentido transversal ao comprimento do corpo do peixe e não houve diferença para o rasgamento progressivo entre os cortes analisados (transversal e longitudinal. Sendo assim, a média da tração foi 9,87 N/mm2 e 64,59% de elongação, estando dentro dos padrões exigidos para ser utilizado na confecção de vestuário.This work study the histology of skin of Piaractus mesopotamicus (Holmberg, 1887, and after tanning, the leather resistance. Dermis showed a superficial layer with thin, united and interlaced fibers and a inner layer with thinner and spacer fibers. When this layer keeped away from epidermis, the sheaf fibers became thicker, uniter and interlacer. The resistance to tension of body length was significatively inferior in longitudinal sense (5.93 N/mm when compared with transversal sense (13.81 N/mm. The extension value until the rupture was superior (P0.05 to progressive tearing. The leather resistance to tension and extension was higher in transversal sense to body lenght of fish and there wasn’t difference to progressive tearing between the section analysed. Thus, the tension was 9.87 N/mm and 64.59% of elongation that are inside the standard require to

Local Application of Gelatin Hydrogel Sheets Impregnated With Platelet-Derived Growth Factor BB Promotes Tendon-to-Bone Healing After Rotator Cuff Repair in Rats.

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Tokunaga, Takuya; Ide, Junji; Arimura, Hitoshi; Nakamura, Takayuki; Uehara, Yusuke; Sakamoto, Hidetoshi; Mizuta, Hiroshi

2015-08-01

To determine whether the local application of platelet-derived growth factor BB (PDGF-BB) in hydrogel sheets would promote healing and improve histologic characteristics and biomechanical strength after rotator cuff (RC) repair in rats. To assess the effect of PDGF-BB on tendon-to-bone healing we divided 36 adult male Sprague-Dawley rats treated with bilateral surgery to repair the supraspinatus tendon at its insertion site into 3 groups: group 1 = suture-only group; group 2 = suture and gelatin hydrogel sheets impregnated with phosphate-buffered saline (PBS); and group 3 = suture and gelatin hydrogel sheets impregnated with PDGF-BB (0.5 μg). Semiquantitative histologic evaluation was carried out 2, 6, and 12 weeks later; cell proliferation was assessed 2 and 6 weeks postoperatively by immunostaining for proliferating cell nuclear antigen (PCNA), and biomechanical testing, including ultimate load to failure, stiffness, and ultimate stress to failure, was performed 12 weeks after the operation. At 2 weeks, the average percentage of PCNA-positive cells at the insertion site was significantly higher in group 3 (40.5% ± 2.4%) than in group 1 (32.1% ± 6.9%; P = .03) and group 2 (31.9% ± 3.7%; P = .02). At 2 and 6 weeks, the histologic scores were similar among the 3 groups. At 12 weeks, the histologic score was significantly higher in group 3 (10.3 ± 0.8) than in group 1 (8.5 ± 0.5; P = .002) or group 2 (8.8 ± 0.8; P = .009), whereas ultimate load to failure, stiffness, and ultimate load to stress (normal control population, 44.73 ± 9.75 N, 27.59 ± 4.32 N/mm, and 21.33 ± 4.65 N/mm(2), respectively) were significantly higher in group 3 (28.28 ± 6.28 N, 11.05 ± 2.37 N/mm, and 7.99 ± 2.13 N/mm(2), respectively) than in group 1 (10.44 ± 1.98 N, 4.74 ± 1.31 N/mm, and 3.28 ± 1.27 N/mm(2), respectively; all P repair in humans. Copyright © 2015 Arthroscopy Association of North America. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.

Sorption and leaching properties of the composites and humic complexes of natural microporous materials

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Masasek, F.

1998-01-01

This contribution deals with scientific basis and engineering practices of natural microporous materials (NMM) which are projected for a millennia horizon of the environmental protection. Microcrystalline structure of inorganic microporous sorbents is discussed. Artificial formation composites and both inorganic and organic complexes of NMM is applied for> (1) field barriers, fills or supporting structures, (2) reagents and organic coating supports, (3) granules, pellets and column packings, (4) additives to cementitious fixation matrices, and (4) glass formulations

Living with a parasite / Elo-Hanna Seljamaa

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Seljamaa, Elo-Hanna, 1980-

2004-01-01

Ehtekunstnike Kärt Marani (s. 1980), Argo Männiku (s. 1977), Bruno Lillemetsa (s. 1979), Sven Tali, Ester Faimani (s. 1975), Maarja Niinemäe ja Katrin Veegeni näitus "Tallinna lennuväli : anti-venenos"

,undertaken. In all these procedures, the final result rectum has an ...

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reviewed in a 400-page monograph just published by the World. Health Orgarnzation ... Prize; Mathieu Jean Freyche, WHO; Professor Sven Gard, School of. Medicine ... In tropical zones cases occur uniformly throughout the year with peaks in ...

In Principio - rõõm Cantusest ja Pärdist, Tüürist rääkimata / Eeva Kumberg

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Kumberg, Eeva, 1964-

2009-01-01

Nargen Festivali korraldatud kontserdist "In Principio" 3. juulil Tallinna Jaani kirikus, kus esinesid Eesti Filmarmoonia Kammerkoor, segakoorid Noorus ja Cantus, Nargen Festivali Orkester, esitati Erkki-Sven Tüüri teos "Requiem" ja Arvo Pärdi "In Principio"

Uudised : Bachi muusikaga ooper Helsingis. Shakespeare ja Marlowe ooperis. Lordist ilmus esimene raamat

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2006-01-01

Helsingis Aleksandri teatris esietendunud J.S. Bachi muusika põhjal loodud ooperist "Herakles". Vadstena lossiteatris juuli lõpul esietendunud Tommy Anderssoni nüüdisooperist "William". Sven Pahajoki raamatust tänavu Soomele eurovisioonivõidu toonud rockansamblist Lordi

Tüüri "Magma" kuuplaat. Pärt Saksa romaani kangelasena

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2007-01-01

Erkki-Sven Tüüri heliplaat "Magma" oli kuuplaat nii BBC Music Magazine'is kui ka Gramophone'is. Saksa kirjanik Adam Thorpe avaldas romaani "Taktverschiebung" ("Taktimuutus"), mille peategelast, inglise heliloojat Jack Middletoni iseloomustatakse Arvo Pärdi suure austajana

Viljandi kultuuriakadeemia tudengid lajatasid kolme tükiga / Andres Keil

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Keil, Andres, 1974-

2007-01-01

Janusz Glowacki "Fortinbras jõi end täis" Viljandi Kultuuriakadeemia teatrikunsti eriala 6. lennu esituses, lavastaja Kalju Komissarov ja Sven Heiberg ; Ott Aardami "Börs ja börsitar" ja Henrik Ibseni "Nora/Maja", lavastaja Helen Rekkor

Viljandi paugutab kolme esietendusega / Andres Keil

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Keil, Andres, 1974-

2007-01-01

Janusz Glowacki "Fortinbras jõi end täis" Viljandi Kultuuriakadeemia teatrikunsti eriala 6. lennu esituses, lavastaja Kalju Komissarov ja Sven Heiberg ; Ott Aardami "Börs ja börsitar" ja Henrik Ibseni "Nora/Maja", lavastaja Helen Rekkor

Assessment of Structural Strength of Commercial Sandcrete Blocks in Kano State

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M. Mohammed

2014-12-01

Full Text Available This research was aimed at studying the strength properties of the commercial sandcrete blocks produced in Kano State. A total number of 250 block samples were randomly collected from five local government areas, fifty (50 from each of the local governments and cured for 3, 7, 14, 21 and 28 days. The blocks were subjected to various tests at wet and dry conditions as follow: wet compressive test, drying shrinkage, moisture movement and density all in accordance with established standards in the structural laboratory of Department of Civil Engineering, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, and the aggregates were subjected to sieve analysis and moisture content determination in the Geotechnical Laboratory of the department. The compressive strength was found to be between 0.25 N/mm2 and 0.92 N/mm2 which are far below the specified values (2.5 N/mm2 to 3.45N/mm2 respectively in the Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 87, 2000. It is concluded that the commercially produced sandcrete blocks in Kano State are of lower standard than expected. It is recommended that workshop should be organised periodically to enlighten the producers of sandcrete blocks. The importance of adhering to standard specifications should be emphasised and strict penalties be meted out to erring producers by the Nigerian Industrial Standard Organisation.

Muusika

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2005-01-01

Anna-Liisa Bezrodny III preemia võidust rahvusvahelisel viiuldajate konkursil, 8. märtsil algavast Viljandi Kultuuriakadeemia suurüritusest muusikatriaad 2005, Erkki-Sven Tüüri "Passion" ettekandest Sydneys, Eesti Richard Wagneri Ühingu korraldatavast kontserdist Estonia talveaias

Balteco esitleb : loodusest inspireeritud - puhas ja kordumatu vorm

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2010-01-01

Parima Disaini rakrendaja tiitli 2010. aastal pälvinid Balteco (disainijuht Aivar Habakukk) Onyx kivivannide sarjast, vannidest Rego (Sven Sõrmus, 2010), Senzo (Harri Ehrlich, 2010), Pao (Matti Õunapuu, 2008), dušialustest Visio ja Vibe, massaaživannidest

Savimärklauatehas ihkab vallutada välisturgu / Signe Kalberg

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Kalberg, Signe, 1959-

2006-01-01

Hansa Paide omanik Sven Prees tahab ECO Clay Target Estonia brändi all maailmale tutvustada nii jahilaskurile kui ka keskkonnale ohutuid savimärklaudu. Eksperimentaalpartiisid on saadetud mitmesse riiki. Lisa: Savimärklaud vajab veel täiustamist

Analyzing Multimode Wireless Sensor Networks Using the Network Calculus

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Xi Jin

2015-01-01

Full Text Available The network calculus is a powerful tool to analyze the performance of wireless sensor networks. But the original network calculus can only model the single-mode wireless sensor network. In this paper, we combine the original network calculus with the multimode model to analyze the maximum delay bound of the flow of interest in the multimode wireless sensor network. There are two combined methods A-MM and N-MM. The method A-MM models the whole network as a multimode component, and the method N-MM models each node as a multimode component. We prove that the maximum delay bound computed by the method A-MM is tighter than or equal to that computed by the method N-MM. Experiments show that our proposed methods can significantly decrease the analytical delay bound comparing with the separate flow analysis method. For the large-scale wireless sensor network with 32 thousands of sensor nodes, our proposed methods can decrease about 70% of the analytical delay bound.

Simulation of two-phase flow in horizontal fracture networks with numerical manifold method

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Ma, G. W.; Wang, H. D.; Fan, L. F.; Wang, B.

2017-10-01

The paper presents simulation of two-phase flow in discrete fracture networks with numerical manifold method (NMM). Each phase of fluids is considered to be confined within the assumed discrete interfaces in the present method. The homogeneous model is modified to approach the mixed fluids. A new mathematical cover formation for fracture intersection is proposed to satisfy the mass conservation. NMM simulations of two-phase flow in a single fracture, intersection, and fracture network are illustrated graphically and validated by the analytical method or the finite element method. Results show that the motion status of discrete interface significantly depends on the ratio of mobility of two fluids rather than the value of the mobility. The variation of fluid velocity in each fracture segment and the driven fluid content are also influenced by the ratio of mobility. The advantages of NMM in the simulation of two-phase flow in a fracture network are demonstrated in the present study, which can be further developed for practical engineering applications.

Zavodõ jest, biodizelja - net / Viktor Filonenko

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Filonenko, Viktor, 1949-

2008-01-01

Eestis on viimastel aastatel loodud mitu biodiislit tootvat ettevõtet, kuid Eestis puuduva nõudluse tõttu biodiislit siin ei müüda. Vt. samas: Taimsest toorainest valmistatakse kütust Paldiskis. Kommenteerivad Kai Realo, Indrek Kaju ja Sven Mark

Taastatud Jaani kiriku interjöörid 21. sajandi kontekstis / Krista Kodres

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Kodres, Krista, 1957-

2006-01-01

Tartu Jaani kiriku interjööridest. Kunstiajaloolane Kaur Alttoa. Sisekujundajad: Tea Tammelaan, Malle Jürgenson, Krista Lepland. Terrakotaskulptuure on konserveerinud, algul koos sakslastega (Sven Wallasch, keemik Eberhard Wendler), Eve Alttoa. Fassaadiskulptuuride koopiad valmistab Isabel Aaso. Ka Urmo Rausi akendeprojektist

Kahvata, Kivisildnik / Udo Uibo

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Uibo, Udo, 1956-

2011-01-01

Ajalehe "The Telegraph" teatel on keegi Sheridan Simove üllitanud ainult valgetest lehtedest koosneva raamatu "Millest muust peale seksi mõtlevad mehed" (What every man thinks about apart from sex), mis on mingis mõttes analoogne Sven Kivisildniku üllitisega "Kutse"

Üleväärsusest / Jan Kaus

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Kaus, Jan, 1971-

2005-01-01

Vastukaja art.: Raid, Juku-Kalle. Alla mõistuse! // Postimees. - (2005/Sep/29) - Lk. 21. Artikli kaasautorid on Toomas Kümmel ja Sven Kivisildnik. Vt ka vastukaja: Rein Veidemann. Häda mõistuse pärast, Postimees, 3. okt., lk. 17

Täpne õhurünnak tappis Iraagi esiterroristi / Arko Olesk

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Olesk, Arko, 1981-

2006-01-01

Kuigi liitlasvägede õhurünnaku käigus sai terrorivõrgustiku al-Qaeda Iraagi haru juht Abu Musab al-Zarqawi surma, ei pruugi vägivald Iraagis ekspertide hinnangul veel niipea raugeda. Kaart: Terroristi surm. Kommenteerib Sven Mikser

Dominance effects estimation of TLR4 and CACNA2D1genes for ...

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MASOUMEH BAGHERI

2017-12-08

Dec 8, 2017 ... may be important in contribution of total genetic effects for production traits and CM. Therefore .... accounting for effects of herd, parity, and production level in milk yield (Bagheri et al. .... Authors thank Prof. Sven Konig and Dr ...

Eesti kirjandus 1997

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1998-01-01

Aut.: Märt Väljataga, Mart Velsker, Barbi Pilvre, Indrek Särg, Tarmo Vahter, Piret Viires, Tõnu Kaalep, Janika Kronberg, Lauri Sommer, Sven Kivisildnik, Eve Annuk, Aarne Ruben, Jan Kaus, Karl Martin Sinijärv, Jüri Ehlvest, Hasso Krull

Tartlased lõid uut laadi tetrisemängu : eestlased pürivad miljarditurule / Kristiina Kruuse

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Kruuse, Kristiina

2010-01-01

Uus iPhone´i mäng Wristbreaker, mille investorid on Sven Illingu ettevõte iCapital ja Mattias Linnap. Mängu loomisse on panustanud ka Gunnar Eelmäe, Jaak Ennuste ja Tartu Teaduspargis tegutsev ettevõte Indilo Wireless

Terrorism muutuvas maailmas / Rein Tammsaar

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Tammsaar, Rein

2003-01-01

Tulevikuperspektiivis tagab tõhusa terrorismivastase tegevuse otsese sõjalise sekkumise kõrval laiaulatuslik rahvusvaheliselt koordineeritud tegevus, leiab autor. Skeem: Terrorismi ennetamine ja terrorismivastase tegevuse üldine koordineerimine Eestis. Tabel: Terrorismi ohtlikumad valdkonnad. Vt. samas Sven Sakkovi retsensiooni artiklile lk. 201

Kahvata, Kivisildnik / Udo Uibo

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Uibo, Udo, 1956-

2016-01-01

Ajalehe "The Telegraph" teatel on keegi Sheridan Simove üllitanud ainult valgetest lehtedest koosneva raamatu "Millest muust peale seksi mõtlevad mehed" (What every man thinks about apart from sex), mis on mingis mõttes analoogne Sven Kivisildniku üllitisega "Kutse"

11 : olematult teatrist (II) / Ott Karulin

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Karulin, Ott, 1980-

2006-01-01

Eesti teater on Baltoscandalil koondatud olematu teatri mõiste alla. Andres Härma "Cooking and Shitting", Sven Kuntu "Miks Eesti mehed ei tantsi?", Linnar Priimäe "Inimese lõhn", Patrick Süskindi teose "Parfüüm" järgi

Tule tagasi, Peeter! / Jaan Ruus

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Ruus, Jaan, 1938-2017

2006-01-01

Eesti-Saksa koostööfilm "Kõrini" : režissöör Peeter Simm : operaator Rein Kotov : helilooja Sven Grünberg : osades Maarja Jakobson, Rasmus Kaljujärv, Heio von Stetten, Thomas Schmauser : Ruut Pictures (Eesti) - Saxonia Film (Saksa) 2005

Muusikauudiseid maailmast / Nele-Eva Steinfeld

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Steinfeld, Nele-Eva

2014-01-01

Lühisõnumeid maailmast: Arvo Pärt pälvis Praemium Imperiale. Lähiajal lahkunud: Lorin Maazel, Frans Brüggen, Carlo Bergonzi. Erkki-Sven Tüüri uusim album on Gramophone'i auhinna nominent. Nicola Benedetti album jõudis popmuusika edetabelisse

stage/page/play

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context. Contributors: Per Brask, Dario Fo, Jette Barnholdt Hansen, Pil Hansen, Sven Åke Heed, Ulla Kallenbach, Sofie Kluge, Annelis Kuhlmann, Kela Kvam, Anna Lawaetz, Bent Flemming Nielsen, Franco Perrelli, Magnus Tessing Schneider, Antonio Scuderi. stage/page/play is published as a festschrift...

Composição química e perfil de ácidos graxos do músculo Longissimus de bovinos de diferentes grupos genéticos terminados em confinamento = Physical-chemical composition and fatty acid profile in Longissimus muscle of young bulls from different genetic groups finished in feedlot

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José Jorge dos Santos Abrahão

2008-10-01

Full Text Available Objetivou-se avaliar a composição química e o perfil de ácidos graxos do músculo Longissimus de bovinos inteiros de diferentes grupos genéticos terminados em confinamento. Foram utilizados 40 animais, com idade média de 22 meses, oriundos de quatro grupos genéticos: NGR (¼ Nelore vs. ¼ Guzerá vs. ½ Red Angus; NSM (¼ Nelore vs. ¼ Simental vs. ½ Marchigiana; NRL (¼ Nelore vs. ¼ Red Angus vs. ½ Limousin eNMM (¼ Nelore vs. ¾ Marchigiana. Após o abate e resfriamento da carcaça, foram retiradas amostras do músculo Longissimus entre a 12ª e 13ª costelas. Não houve efeito (p > 0,05 do grupo genético sobre as percentagens de umidade (74,0%, cinzas (1,0%, proteína bruta (19,0% e lipídeos totais (2,0% do músculo Longissimus. O grupo NMM apresentou menor (p 0,05 entre os grupos genéticos. A razão AGI/AGS (0,2 não diferiu. Os grupos genéticos NMM e NGR apresentaram, respectivamente, maior (8,5% e menor (5,6% percentagem de ácidos graxos n-6 e maior (5,5 e menor (4,0 razão n-6 n-3-1.This work was undertaken to study the physical-chemical composition and fatty acid profile in the Longissimus muscle of young bulls from different genetic groups finished in feedlot. Forty animals were used, with average age of 22 months, from four genetic groups: NGR (¼ Nelore vs. ¼ Guzerá vs. ½ Red Angus; NSM (¼ Nelore vs. ¼ Simental vs. ½ Marchigiana; NRL (¼ Nelore vs. ¼ Red Angus vs. ½ Limousin and NMM (¼ Nelore vs. ¾ Marchigiana. After slaughter and carcass chilling, Longissimus muscle samples were collected between the 12th and 13th ribs. There was no genetic group effect (p > 0.05 on muscle moisture (74.0%, ash (1.0%, crude protein (19.0% and total lipids (2.0%. The NMM group presented the lowest (p 0.05 among the genetic groups. The AGS/AGI ratio (0.2 was similar. The NMM and NGR groups presented, respectively, the highest (8.5% and the lowest (5.6% ratios of n-6 fatty acids and the highest (5.5 and thelowest (4.0 n-6 n-3

Evaluation of the biodurability of polyurethane-covered stent using a flow phantom

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Kim, Dong Hyun; Kang, Sung Gwon; Choi, Jung Ryul; Byun, Ju Nam; Kim, Young Chul [Chosun University Hospital, Gwangju (Korea, Republic of); Ahn, Young Moo [Hansung Universkty, Seoul (Korea, Republic of)

2001-06-01

To evaluate the biodurability of the covering material in retrievable metallic stents covered with polycarbonate polyurethane. Using a peristaltic pump at a constant rate of 1ml/min, bile was recirculated from a reservoir through a long tube containing four stents. Each of these was removed from the system every two weeks and a radial tensile strength test and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) were performed. Each stent, removed at 2, 4, 6 and 8 weeks, was compared with a control stent not exposed to bile juice. Gross examination showed that stents were intact at 2 weeks, but at 4, 6 and 8 weeks cracks were observed. The size of these increased gradually in accordance with the duration of exposure, and at 8 weeks several large holes in the polyurethane membrane were evident. With regard to radial tensile strength, extension and peak load at break were 84.47% and 10.030 N/mm, 54.90% and 6.769 N/mm, 16.55% and 2.452 N/mm, 11.21% and 1.373 N/mm at 0, 2, 4 and 6 weeks, respectively. Scanning electron microscopy at 2 weeks revealed intermittent pitting and cracking, and examination at 4, 6 and 8 weeks showed that the size of these defects was gradually increasing. When the polyurethane membrane was exposed to bile, biodegradation was first observed at week two and increased gradually according to the duration of exposure.

EFFECTS OF EDGE COVERING ON TENSILE STRENGTH OF MDF

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Yalçın ÖRS

1999-03-01

Full Text Available Dowels, 6, 8 and 10 mm ? diameters were bonded with PVAc adhesive on Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF. Edges were covered with 5, 8 and 12 mm beech wood materials, drilled 25 mm depth. Tensile strength measurments were made on the samples. The highest tensile strength value was given as 6 mm ? dowel and MDF covered with 8 mm thickness beech wood material (2.294 N/mm2, the lowest value was obtained with 10 mm ? dowel and with unprocessed MDF (1.314 N/mm2.

Uudiseid maailmast / Nele-Eva Steinfeld

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Steinfeld, Nele-Eva

2013-01-01

Claudio Abbado kuulutati eluaegseks senaatoriks. Erkki-Sven Tüüri uudisteos "Peregrinus ecstaticus" Helsingis, Stockholmis renoveeritakse ooperimaja. Minnesota orkestri probleemid jätkuvad. "BBC Promsi" festivali edukas suvi. Titanicu pardal kõlanud viiul läheb näitusele ja oksjonile. Suri Ray Dolby

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Abdulsalam Abdula, Nuclear Physics Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre,. Mumbai 400 085, India. Aberg Sven, Mathematical Physics Division, Lund University, P.O. Box 118 S-221 00,. Lund, Sweden. Acharya S N, Accelerator & Pulse Power Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre,. Mumbai 400 085, India.

[Raamat] / Sergei Stadnikov

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Stadnikov, Sergei, 1956-

2003-01-01

Arvustus: Enuma elish : Babüloonia loomiseepos / [akkadi keelest tõlkinud ja eessõna: Amar Annus]. Tallinn : Kirjastuskeskus, 2003 ; Gudea. Kuningas Gudea templihümn / [sumeri keelest tõlkinud: A-silinder: Sven-Erik Soosaar ; B-silinder: Amar Annus ; eessõna: Amar Annus]. Tallinn : Kirjastuskeskus, 2002

Täna kuuleb kahte uudisteost

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2004-01-01

"Europa Festiva" festivalile kirjutatud kahte uudisteost Erkki-Sven Tüürilt ja rootsi heliloojalt Anders Nilssonilt esitavad rootsi flötist Anders Jonhäll, tšellist Allar Kaasik ja soome organist Markku Mäkinen festivalisarja esimesel kontserdil Pärnu Eliisabeti kirikus 29. juunil

Investeerimisfondide Ferrarid / Margo Kokerov

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Kokerov, Margo, 1978-

2006-01-01

Peeter Schamardin varahaldusfirmast Sampo Baltic Asset Management, SEB Ühispanga Fondide juht Sven Kunsing, Hansa Investeerimisfondide fondijuht Alvar Roosimaa, Suprema varahalduse juht Veikko Maripuu ning Trigon Capitali varahalduse juht Kristel Kivinurm-Priisalm investeerimisfondide tootlusest 2006. aastaks. Tabel: Möödunud aasta ralliässad

Targa Maja kompetentsikeskus Rakveres = Smart House Competence Centre in Rakvere / Oliver Alver

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Alver, Oliver, 1977-

2016-01-01

Targa Maja kompetentsikeskus Rakveres, Lai tänav 20. Arhitektid Oliver Alver, Andres Alver, Indrek Rünkla, Tarmo Laht, Ott Alver, Sven Koppel, Ulla Saar (Alver Arhitektid). Sisearhitektid Jan Graps, Ken Ruut, Anne Määrmann (Jan&Ken OÜ). Kultuurkapitali Arhitektuuri sihtkapitali aastapreemia nominent 2016

Mängud ja koostöö = Games and collaboration / Oliver Laas

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Laas, Oliver, 1985-

2015-01-01

Mari Prekupi, Ott Jesseri, Raivo Kelomehe, James Connori, Sven Pärteli ja Johann Taeli ühisnäitusest "Elektra 2015" Tallinna Linnagaleriis. Enamik eksponeeritud töödest on mängud, mis vajavad aktiveerimiseks näitusekülastajate koostööd

Eesti Miss teeb videofilmi / Evelyn Mikomägi ; interv. Valdo Jahilo

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Mikomägi, Evelyn

2001-01-01

Eesti Miss Estonia 2000 Evelyn Mikomägi tegi koos sõbra, Sven-Olof Svenne Englundiga dokfilmi Küprosel peetud maailma suurimast iludusvõistlusest Miss Universe 2000. Neile kuulub ühisfirma "Living Frames" Rootsis, mille peategevus on suunatud 16mm ja 35mm filmide tootmisele

Hulot, Jean-Claude / Pierre Gervasoni

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Gervasoni, Pierre

1997-01-01

Uuest heliplaadist "Searching for Roots. Eduard Tubin: Symphonie no 11; Arvo Pärt: Nekrolog-Symphonie no 1; Erkki-Sven Tüür: Searching for Roots - Insula deserta - Zeitraum; Orchestre philharmonique royal de Stockholm, Paavo Järvi (direction); Virgin Classics 5 45212 2 (distribue par EMI)

Searching for Roots / Pierre Gervasoni

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Gervasoni, Pierre

1997-01-01

Uuest heliplaadist "Searching for Roots. Eduard Tubin: Symphonie no 11; Arvo Pärt: Nekrolog-Symphonie no 1; Erkki-Sven Tüür: Searching for Roots - Insula deserta - Zeitraum; Orchestre philharmonique royal de Stockholm, Paavo Järvi (direction)" Virgin Classics 5 45212 2 (distribue par EMI)

Metrological large range scanning probe microscope

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Dai Gaoliang; Pohlenz, Frank; Danzebrink, Hans-Ulrich; Xu Min; Hasche, Klaus; Wilkening, Guenter

2004-01-01

We describe a metrological large range scanning probe microscope (LR-SPM) with an Abbe error free design and direct interferometric position measurement capability, aimed at versatile traceable topographic measurements that require nanometer accuracy. A dual-stage positioning system was designed to achieve both a large measurement range and a high measurement speed. This dual-stage system consists of a commercially available stage, referred to as nanomeasuring machine (NMM), with a motion range of 25 mmx25 mmx5 mm along x, y, and z axes, and a compact z-axis piezoelectric positioning stage (compact z stage) with an extension range of 2 μm. The metrological LR-SPM described here senses the surface using a stationary fixed scanning force microscope (SFM) head working in contact mode. During operation, lateral scanning of the sample is performed solely by the NMM. Whereas the z motion, controlled by the SFM signal, is carried out by a combination of the NMM and the compact z stage. In this case the compact z stage, with its high mechanical resonance frequency (greater than 20 kHz), is responsible for the rapid motion while the NMM simultaneously makes slower movements over a larger motion range. To reduce the Abbe offset to a minimum the SFM tip is located at the intersection of three interferometer measurement beams orientated in x, y, and z directions. To improve real time performance two high-end digital signal processing (DSP) systems are used for NMM positioning and SFM servocontrol. Comprehensive DSP firmware and Windows XP-based software are implemented, providing a flexible and user-friendly interface. The instrument is able to perform large area imaging or profile scanning directly without stitching small scanned images. Several measurements on different samples such as flatness standards, nanostep height standards, roughness standards as well as sharp nanoedge samples and 1D gratings demonstrate the outstanding metrological capabilities of the instrument

Impact of different rectangular wires on torsional expression of different sizes of buccal tube.

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Ajami, Shabnam; Boroujeni, Afshar-Rasti

2018-01-01

Torsions in rectangular wires are the essential part of corrections in the finishing stage of treatment. Moreover the greatest amounts of torques are applied in the molar areas. a clinically effective moment is between 5 and 20 Nmm. In this study we have decided to evaluate the impact of different tube sizes and different dimensions of wires with different modulus of elasticities on the amount torsional bond strength of molar tubes. 60 human impacted molar teeth were collected. A buccal tube was bonded on the buccal surface of all the samples by using light cured adhesive resin. After that, the teeth were mounted in a hard acrylic block. According to the size of buccal tube and the rectangular wires to be tested 4 groups will be designed. Torsional force was applied by instron machine. The torque angle at 5Nmm and at 20Nmm point will be calculated: which means, how many degrees of torque is required to reach the maximum 20Nmm moment from the minimum 5Nmm.One-way ANOVA was used to compare torque angle in all of the groups. The least amount of clinically significant angle was 2.2 ᵒ in the 0.017×0.025 SS and the largest amount of it was 23.7 ᵒ in the 0.017×0.025 TMA in 0.018×0.025 slot molar tube. But, this angle was 19.9 ᵒand 13.6 ᵒ in 0.019×0.025 SS and 0.019×0.025 TMA archwire in 0.022×0.028 molar tube. The 0.017×0.025 SS archwire in 0.018×0.025 molar tube had the lowest clinically significant angle. The largest amount was seen in group 0.017×0.025 TMA in 0.018×0.025 slot molar tube. Key words: Torsional efficacy, rectangular wires, buccal tubes, torque angle.

PHYSICAL AND STRENGTH PROPERTIES OF BRICKS PRODUCED FROM PORTLAND CEMENT AND SAW DUST OF DANIELIA OLIVERII WOOD

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David Oriabure EKHUEMELO

2016-12-01

Full Text Available This study investigated the use of sawdust as partial replacement for sand in wood-concrete hollow blocks. Sharp sand, ordinary Portland cement (binder and sawdust were used as raw materials. Sawdust was treated by boiling then sieved after drying using British Standard sieve of 3.35mm to remove sticky wood capable of causing pores. The quantities of sawdust used were 0%, 5%, 10%, 15% and 20%. A mixing proportion of 1:8 cement sand ratio, moulding machine with single 6” (450mm x 225mm x 150mm mould and vibrated with 5.0KW power machine for adequate compaction were used. Wood-concrete block was cured for 28 days. The blocks produced were tested for compressive strength and water absorption. The results showed that mean compressive strength of 100% sand was 2.81N/mm2 followed by 95% sand and 5% sawdust replacement with 1.58N/mm2 ; 90% Sand and 10% sawdust replacement with 0.55N/mm2 ; 85% sand and 15% sawdust replacement with 0.43 N/mm2 and 80% sand 20% sawdust replacement with 0.24N/mm2 . The result further showed that as the percentage of sawdust increased, the compressive strength decreased. At 28 days, the compressive strength of blocks with 5% SD replacement satisfied meets Ghana Building Code for non- load bearing walls. The results also reveals that blocks with 80% sand 20% sawdust replacement level has the highest water absorption (23.72% followed by 85% Sand and 15% sawdust replacement (20.40%; 90% sand and 10% sawdust replacement (18.0%; 95% sand and 5% sawdust replacement (12.12% and 100% sand and 0% sawdust replacement (11.43%. It was concluded that 5% sawdust (8kg replacement and cured 28 days could be used for non-load bearing walls. It was recommended that further research should be carried out to evaluate sawdust replacement level within the range of 1-4% to ascertain results that could be used for various other purposes.

Physical and Strength Properties of Bricks Produced from Portland Cement and Saw Dust of Danielia Oliverii Wood

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David Oriabure EKHUEMELO

2016-12-01

Full Text Available This study investigated the use of sawdust as partial replacement for sand in wood-concrete hollow blocks. Sharp sand, ordinary Portland cement (binder and sawdust were used as raw materials. Sawdust was treated by boiling then sieved after drying using British Standard sieve of 3.35mm to remove sticky wood capable of causing pores. The quantities of sawdust used were 0%, 5%, 10%, 15% and 20%. A mixing proportion of 1:8 cement sand ratio, moulding machine with single 6” (450mm x 225mm x 150mm mould and vibrated with 5.0KW power machine for adequate compaction were used. Wood-concrete block was cured for 28 days. The blocks produced were tested for compressive strength and water absorption. The results showed that mean compressive strength of 100% sand was 2.81N/mm2 followed by 95% sand and 5% sawdust replacement with 1.58N/mm2 ; 90% Sand and 10% sawdust replacement with 0.55N/mm2 ; 85% sand and 15% sawdust replacement with 0.43 N/mm2 and 80% sand 20% sawdust replacement with 0.24N/mm2 . The result further showed that as the percentage of sawdust increased, the compressive strength decreased. At 28 days, the compressive strength of blocks with 5% SD replacement satisfied meets Ghana Building Code for non- load bearing walls. The results also reveals that blocks with 80% sand 20% sawdust replacement level has the highest water absorption (23.72% followed by 85% Sand and 15% sawdust replacement (20.40%; 90% sand and 10% sawdust replacement (18.0%; 95% sand and 5% sawdust replacement (12.12% and 100% sand and 0% sawdust replacement (11.43%. It was concluded that 5% sawdust (8kg replacement and cured 28 days could be used for non-load bearing walls. It was recommended that further research should be carried out to evaluate sawdust replacement level within the range of 1-4% to ascertain results that could be used for various other purposes.

Shear bond strength of brackets on restorative materials: Comparison on various dental restorative materials using the universal primer Monobond® Plus.

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Ebert, Thomas; Elsner, Laura; Hirschfelder, Ursula; Hanke, Sebastian

2016-03-01

The purpose of this work was to analyze surfaces consisting of different restorative materials for shear bond strength (SBS) and failure patterns of metal and ceramic brackets. Bonding involved the use of a universal primer (Monobond® Plus, Ivoclar Vivadent). Six restorative materials were tested, including one composite resin (Clearfil Majesty™ Posterior, Kuraray Noritake Dental), one glass-ceramic material (IPS Empress® Esthetic, Ivoclar Vivadent), one oxide-ceramic material (CORiTEC Zr transpa Disc, imes-icore), two base-metal alloys (remanium® star, Dentaurum; Colado® CC, Ivoclar Vivadent), and one palladium-based alloy (Callisto® 75 Pd, Ivoclar Vivadent). Bovine incisors served as controls. Both metal and ceramic brackets (discovery®/discovery® pearl; Dentaurum) were bonded to the restorative surfaces after sandblasting and pretreatment with Monobond® Plus. A setup modified from DIN 13990-2 was used for SBS testing and adhesive remnant index (ARI)-based analysis of failure patterns. The metal brackets showed the highest mean SBS values on the glass-ceramic material (68.61 N/mm(2)) and the composite resin (67.58 N/mm(2)) and the lowest mean SBS on one of the base-metal alloys (Colado® CC; 14.01 N/mm(2)). The ceramic brackets showed the highest mean SBS on the glass-ceramic material (63.36 N/mm(2)) and the lowest mean SBS on the palladium-based alloy (38.48 N/mm(2)). Significant differences between the metal and ceramic brackets were observed in terms of both SBS values and ARI scores (p bracket types, fractures of the composite-resin and the glass-ceramic samples were observed upon debonding. Opaque restorative materials under metal brackets were found to involve undercuring of the adhesive. Monobond® Plus succeeded in generating high bond strengths of both bracket types on all restorative surfaces. Given our observations of cohesive fracture (including cases of surface avulsion) of the composite-resin and the glass-ceramic samples, we recommend

Resistência da pele de carpa espelho (Cyprinus carpio specularis curtida pelas técnicas ao cromo e bioleather - DOI: 10.4025/actascianimsci.v26i4.1711 Resistance of the carp mirror skin (Cyprinus carpio specularis tanned by chromium and bioleather technique - DOI: 10.4025/actascianimsci.v26i4.1711

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José Telmo Agostin Schmidt

2004-04-01

Full Text Available O objetivo do trabalho foi avaliar a técnica de curtimento bioleather e o curtimentocom sais de cromo, em peles de carpa espelho (Cyprinus carpio specularis. As peles foram retiradas com o auxílio de uma máquina, identificadas e congeladas. Em seguida, foram curtidas por meio de duas técnicas diferentes. O passo seguinte foi retirada dos corpos de prova, que foram levados para o laboratório, climatizado em torno de 23ºC e umidade relativa, do ar de 50%, conforme NBR 10455 (1988, por 24 horas. Para os testes de resistência à tração, ao alongamento e à determinação da força de rasgamento progressivo, utilizou-se o dinamômetro EMIC. Foram retiradas amostras da região dorsal do couro para análise de microscopia eletrônica de varredura (MEV. As amostras foram secas em ponto crítico com CO2 e metalizadas com íons de ouro-paládio. Em seguida as amostras foram elétron-micrografados com o JEOL-JSM 5410. Observou-se o entrelaçamento e sobreposição das camadas das fibras colágenas, que proporcionam maior resistência ao couro, constatada pelos testes realizados. Os couros curtidos com a técnica bioleather apresentaram maiores valores no teste de tração (20,45 N/mm2 em comparação ao cromo (12,32 N/mm2. Não houve diferença na elongação entre os tratamentos (bioleather = 72,52%; cromo = 84,74%. Para o teste de rasgamento progressivo, o curtimento ao cromo foi superior (26,28 N/mm, comparado ao bioleather (11,96 N/mm. Entretanto, os dois curtimentos podem ser utilizados nas peles dessa espécie de peixe para a confecção de vestuários.The objective of the work was to evaluate the tanning technique to bioleather and with chromium salts, in carp mirror skins (Cyprinus carpio specularis. The skins wore removed by means of a machine, identified and congealed. Next they were tanned by the two techniques. The test bodies wore removed and taken to the laboratory climatized around 23ºC and relative humidity of the 50% air, as ABNT

REGIONAL VARIATION IN THE MICROSCOPY AND TENSILE STRENGTH OF THE LINEA ALBA IN THE BABOON (PAPIO ANUBIS. Variación regional de la microscópia y resistencia a la tracción de la línea alba del babuino (Papio Anubis.

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Paul Odula

2016-11-01

Full Text Available Introducción: La línea alba conecta el rectus abdominis, y por lo tanto su debilitamiento o el aumento de la tension intra-abdominal puede resultar en una diastasis rectal. El objetivo de este estudio es investigar la morfología funcional y la resistencia a la tracción de la línea alba en un primate no humano. Materiales y métodos: Utilizando como puntos de referencia el xifoides, el ombligo y el tubérculo púbico, fueron resecados tejidos de la zonas epigástrica, umbilical e hipogástrica de la línea alba de siete babuinos machos. Estos tejidos se procesaron a través del microscopio y tensiometría. Resultados: La línea alba se compone principalmente de fibras de colágeno organizadas en tres láminas, a saber, superficiales, intermedias y profundas, además de algunas fibras elásticas. La lámina intermedia de la línea alba umbilical se caracterizó por estar formada de grupos compactos y gruesos de colágeno alineados longitudinalmente y oblicuamente que se fusionan en el centro y forman una masa. La fuerza máxima para romper la línea alba durante una tracción longitudinal y oblicua fue de 40 N/mm2 y 63.6 N/mm2 con una tensión de 0.35 y 1.19 respectivamente. El módulo de Young de la línea alba mostró que, la línea alba epigástrica y umbilical tuvo el mayor coeficiente de elasticidad media, de 289 N/mm2 y 328 N/mm2, respectivamente, cuando fueron expuestos a una tracción oblicua. Conclusión: La estructura de la línea alba del babuino está diseñada para soportar grandes tensiones o fuerzas multidireccionales.Introduction: The linea alba connects the rectus abdominis and thus weakening or increased abdominal pressure may result in diastasis recti. The study aims to investigate the functional morphology and the tensile strength of the linea alba in a non-human primate. Materials and Methods: Using the xiphoid process, the umbilicus, and the pubic tubercle as landmarks, tissues were resected from the

Läänemeresoome keeleatlas / Sven-Erik Soosaar

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Soosaar, Sven-Erik

2007-01-01

Arvustus: Atlas Linguarum Fennicarum : ALFE. 2, Itämerensuomalainen kielikartasto = Läänemeresoome keeleatlas = Ostseefinnischer Sprachatlas = Lingvistitsheski atlas pribaltiisko-finskihh jazõkov / [päätoimittaja Tuomo Tuomi ; 2. osan vastaava toimittaja Tiit-Rein Viitso ; kartat: Anneli Hänninen ; saksankielinen käännös: Klaas Ph. Ruppel, venäjänkielinen käännös: Vladimir Rjagojev, Nina Zaitseva, vironkielinen käännös: Helmi Neetar]. - Helsinki : Suomalaisen kirjallisuuden seura : Kotimaisen kielten tutkimuskeskus, 2007

Strategy formation in changing environment / Sven Heil

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Heil, Sven

2005-01-01

Uuringu telekommunikatsiooni operaatori juhtimise kohta Eestis aastatel 1993-2003 tulemustest selgus, et ettevõtte üleminekul konkurentsiga turule muutus firma strateegia pika-ajalisest ette planeeritavast lühiajaliselt kujundatavaks

Ne nado obizhatsja na Karzaja / Sven Mikser

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Mikser, Sven, 1973-

2008-01-01

Afganistani presidendi Hamid Karzai arvates on liitlasvägede Helmandi provintsis viibimise ajal olukord provintsis halvenenud. Autori arvates on Eesti rahukaitseväed teinud oma tööd Afganistani olukorra stabiliseerimisel hästi, ja seda jätkatakse

Compressive Strength of Volcanic Ash/Ordinary Portland Cement Laterized Concrete

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Olusola K. O.

2010-01-01

Full Text Available This study investigates the effect of partial replacement of cement with volcanic ash (VA on the compressive strength of laterized concrete. A total of 192 cubes of 150mm dimensions were cast and cured in water for 7, 14, 21, and 28 days of hydration with cement replacement by VA and sand replacement by laterite both ranging from 0 to 30% respectively, while a control mix of 28-day target strength of 25 N/mm2 was adopted. The results show that the density and compressive strength of concrete decreased with increase in volcanic ash content. The 28-day, density dropped from 2390 kg/m3 to 2285 kg/m3 (i.e. 4.4% loss and the compressive strength from 25.08 N/mm2 to 17.98 N/mm2 (i.e. 28% loss for 0-30% variation of VA content with no laterite introduced. The compressive strength also decreased with increase in laterite content; the strength of the laterized concrete however increases as the curing age progresses.

Stress corrosion cracking tests on electron beam welded carbon steel specimens in carbonate-bicarbonate solution

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Parkins, R.N.

1985-04-01

Stress corrosion cracking tests have been performed on tapered carbon steel test pieces containing electron beam welds with a view to defining susceptibility to such cracking in a carbonate-bicarbonate solution at 90 C and an appropriate electrode potential. The tests involved applying cyclic loads to the specimens and it is shown that the threshold stress for cracking reduces linearly with increase in the magnitude of the cyclic load component. Extrapolation of these trends to zero fluctuating stress indicates static load threshold stresses in the vicinity of the yield stress (i.e. about 300 N/mm 2 for parent plate without a weld, 400 N/mm 2 for specimens with welds on one side only and 600 N/mm 2 for specimens having welds penetrating through the thickness of the specimen). The averages of the maximum crack velocities observed were least for parent plate material and greatest for weld metal, the former being essentially intergranular in morphology and the latter mostly transgranular, with heat affected zone material being intermediate between these extremes. (author)

Euroopa metsikud imed

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2009-01-01

Projektist Wild Wonders of Europe, mille eesmärgiks on tutvustada Euroopa metsikumaid paiku ja seal elavat faunat eurooplastele ning propageerida loodushoidu. Projekti lõpptulemuseks on suur rändnäitus Euroopa 60 parema fotograafi töödest. Eestit esindab Sven Začek

Balex Delta 2007 näitas piirivalve võimekust

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2007-01-01

Ülevaade rahvusvahelisest reostustõrjeõppusest Balex Delta 2007. Vt. samas: Viljar Rõõm. Eesti, Soome ja Venemaa piirivalvurid täiendasid merepäästealaseid oskusi; Kalmer Sütt. Õppusel RESI 2007 kaaperdati piirivalve lennuk; Sven Sargma. Piirivalvekolledzhi kadette saatis kutsemeisterlikkuse võistlustel edu

Avatud meeled ja intellektuaalsed mõttemängud / Gerhard Lock ja Evelin Lagle

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Lock, Gerhard, 1978-

2010-01-01

10. sünnipäeva tähistava Küberstuudio tegevusest. 2. märtsil Kumu auditooriumis etendunud Monika Mattieseni ja Hasso Krulli multimeediaooperist "Loomise mõnu", kavas olid ka Mirjam Tally ja Erkki-Sven Tüüri elektroakustilised teosed flöödile ja kammerorkestrile

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Vol 25 (2015), Preparing an Online Dictionary of Business Communication: From Idea to Design, Abstract PDF. Sven Tarp. Vol 7 (1997), Probleme der textauswahl für einen elektronischen thesaurus: tagungsbericht, Abstract PDF. Michael Schlaefer. Vol 26 (2016), Probleme in Bezug auf die slowenische lexikographische ...

Smarten Logistics lakub haavu / Lemmi Kann

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Kann, Lemmi

2007-01-01

Ettevõtjate Armin Kõomägi, Sven Mansbergi ja Indrek Prantsi logistikafirma Smarten on teeninduse kvaliteedi tõttu kaotanud mitmeid tähtsaid kliente. Vt. samas: Tallinna Kaubamaja: Smarteni pakutavad hinnad on liiga soolased; Koos juba üle 13 aasta; Huvid kinnisvaraäris. Kommenteerib Indrek Prants

Nahk on ruumis. Otsides disaini / Maarja Undusk

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Undusk, Maarja

2004-01-01

Eesti Nahakunstnike Liidu aastanäitus "Nahk on ruumis" Tartu Kunstimajas kuni 21. III. Näituse korraldaja Pille Kivihall, kujundaja Tea Tammelaan. Jaapani animatsioonikunstniku Maya Yonesho ja eesti köitekunstnike koostööna sündinud film "Üks uks". Muusika - Sven Grünberg

Ostrich: Journal of African Ornithology - Vol 77, No 2 (2006)

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Migration routes and staging areas of Abdim's Storks Ciconia abdimii identified by satellite telemetry · EMAIL FULL TEXT EMAIL FULL TEXT · DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT DOWNLOAD FULL TEXT. Flemming Pagh Jensen, Knud Falk, Bo Svenning Petersen, 210-219. http://dx.doi.org/10.2989/00306520609485535 ...

Effect of physical and mechanical properties of cassava tubers on the performance of an automated peeling machine

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O.C. Ademosun

2012-12-01

Full Text Available Peeling of cassava tuber at all levels is still largely carried out manually; however, this work is presented with a view to investigate the effect of physical and mechanical properties of cassava tubers on mechanical peeling and hence provides a basis for cassava peeling mechanization. These properties include size of the tuber, tl, proportion by weight of peel, wp, average moisture content of the peel, map, peel thickness, tp, tuber diameter, td, tuber surface taper angle, α, peel penetration force, F, and peel shearing stress, ts. The results showed that for Slmhf; tl ranged from 140-460mm, wp ranged from 13.12-20.06%, map was 76.27%, tp ranged from 1.62-4.34mm, td ranged from 31.08-136.63mm, α ranged from 9.03-23.130, F ranged from 0.17-1.85N/mm, ts ranged from 0.85-9.25N/mm2 and quality performance of the machine, QPE, for this tuber ranged from 70.82-96.21%. Similarly, for Ssmlf; tl ranged from 125-362mm, wp ranged from 10.52-16.66%, map was 70.97%, tp ranged from 1.22-4.12mm, td ranged from 18.86-99.29mm, α ranged from 5.20-12.290, F ranged from 0.13-1.54N/mm, ts ranged from 0.65-7.70N/mm2 and quality performance of the machine, QPE, for this tuber ranged from 67.27-92.25 %. The results confirm influence of physico-mechanical properties of cassava tuber on mechanical peeling.

Genome association study through nonlinear mixed models revealed new candidate genes for pig growth curves

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Fabyano Fonseca e Silva

Full Text Available ABSTRACT: Genome association analyses have been successful in identifying quantitative trait loci (QTLs for pig body weights measured at a single age. However, when considering the whole weight trajectories over time in the context of genome association analyses, it is important to look at the markers that affect growth curve parameters. The easiest way to consider them is via the two-step method, in which the growth curve parameters and marker effects are estimated separately, thereby resulting in a reduction of the statistical power and the precision of estimates. One efficient solution is to adopt nonlinear mixed models (NMM, which enables a joint modeling of the individual growth curves and marker effects. Our aim was to propose a genome association analysis for growth curves in pigs based on NMM as well as to compare it with the traditional two-step method. In addition, we also aimed to identify the nearest candidate genes related to significant SNP (single nucleotide polymorphism markers. The NMM presented a higher number of significant SNPs for adult weight (A and maturity rate (K, and provided a direct way to test SNP significance simultaneously for both the A and K parameters. Furthermore, all significant SNPs from the two-step method were also reported in the NMM analysis. The ontology of the three candidate genes (SH3BGRL2, MAPK14, and MYL9 derived from significant SNPs (simultaneously affecting A and K allows us to make inferences with regards to their contribution to the pig growth process in the population studied.

Exploration of stable compounds, crystal structures, and superconductivity in the Be-H system

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Shuyin Yu

2014-10-01

Full Text Available Using first-principles variable-composition evolutionary methodology, we explored the high-pressure structures of beryllium hydrides between 0 and 400 GPa. We found that BeH2 remains the only stable compound in this pressure range. The pressure-induced transformations are predicted as I b a m → P 3 ̄ m 1 → R 3 ̄ m → C m c m → P 4 / n m m , which occur at 24, 139, 204 and 349 GPa, respectively. P 3 ̄ m 1 and R 3 ̄ m structures are layered polytypes based on close packings of H atoms with Be atoms filling all octahedral voids in alternating layers. Cmcm and P4/nmm contain two-dimensional triangular networks with each layer forming a kinked slab in the ab-plane. P 3 ̄ m 1 and R 3 ̄ m are semiconductors while Cmcm and P4/nmm are metallic. We have explored superconductivity of both metal phases, and found large electron-phonon coupling parameters of λ = 0.63 for Cmcm with a Tc of 32.1-44.1 K at 250 GPa and λ = 0.65 for P4/nmm with a Tc of 46.1-62.4 K at 400 GPa. The dependence of Tc on pressure indicates that Tc initially increases to a maximum of 45.1 K for Cmcm at 275 GPa and 97.0 K for P4/nmm at 365 GPa, and then decreases with increasing pressure for both phases.

Eesti rootslased Göteborgi raamatumessil "Bok & Bibliotek" / Aino Siebert, Georg von Stackelberg

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Siebert, Aino

2007-01-01

rets. rmt.: "Runö" historien om svenskön i Rigabukten" / koostaja Jörgen Hedman. "Estlandsvenskarna som kom till Roslagen" / koostaja Kristina Rosen. "Berättelser från Nargö" - "Naisaare Lood" / koostaja Margit Rosen Norlin. "Kärslätt min by" / koostaja Sven Svärd

Lemminkäinen valas vaidluses õli tulle / Katariina Krjutškova, Tea Taruste

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Krjutškova, Katariina

2010-01-01

Lemminkäinen Eesti AS-i juhi Sven Pertens on arvamusel, et kui Aruvalla-Kose tee-ehituse riigihankes sõlmitakse leping Nordecon Infraga, aga kohtuvaidluses selgub hiljem, et hankeprotsessis on tehtud vigu, võib EL oma abiraha tagasi küsida. Lemminkäineni ja Nordeconi vaidlusest. Rahandusministeeriumi kommentaar

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2011-09-01

NIOC Sugar Grove LT Stephen Gray , NATO Training Mission Afghanistan CTTC Andrew Hodyl, NIOC Colorado IT3 Adam Kissinger, SUSLA Korea LCDR Sven...Gauthier, NCTS Naples CTR1 Laura Geigel, NIOC Maryland IT3 Stephen Gerrald, NIOC Norfolk CTTC Derrick Gillespie, NIOC Texas CTR1 Eileen Girardy NIOC

Kontserthuset Göteborg. Göteborgs Symfoniker, chefdirigent: Neeme Järvi. Dirigent: Neeme Järvi. Solist: Paata Burchuladze, bas. Kontsertmästare: Per Enoksson, Christer Thorvaldsson. Onsdag 12. mars 1997 Stora salen (brun serie)

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1997-01-01

Kontserdi kavas juttu: Eduard Tubin. Süit balletist "Kratt", Modest Mussorgski "Surma laulud ja tantsud" ja Jean Sibeliuse sümfoonia N 1, e-moll op. 39 Lk. 2-4: Kruckenberg, Sven: Tubin - Svit ur Kratt. Lk. 8 lühidalt Neeme Järvi edaspidisest tööst

Res Publica viskab Oleg Rebase välja

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2006-01-01

Res Publica Tallinna piirkonna juhatus leidis, et Oleg Rebane läks Keskerakonna provokatsiooniga kaasa minnes vastuollu Res Publica põhimõtetega. Tallinna linnapea Jüri Ratase suhtes algatatud umbusaldushääletuse põhjustest. Sven Sester vastab küsimusele, mis seotud Oleg Rebase ja Tõnis Bittmani juhtumiga

Composição química e perfil de ácidos graxos do músculo Longissimus de bovinos de diferentes grupos genéticos terminados em confinamento - DOI: 10.4025/actascianimsci.v30i4.465 Physical-chemical composition and fatty acids profile in Longissimus muscle of young bulls from different genetic groups finished in feedlot - DOI: 10.4025/actascianimsci.v30i4.465

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Jesuí Virgílio Visantainer

2009-03-01

Full Text Available Objetivou-se avaliar a composição química e o perfil de ácidos graxos do músculo Longissimus de bovinos inteiros de diferentes grupos genéticos terminados em confinamento. Foram utilizados 40 animais, com idade média de 22 meses, oriundos de quatro grupos genéticos: NGR (¼ Nelore vs. ¼ Guzerá vs. ½ Red Angus; NSM (¼ Nelore VS. ¼ Simental vs. ½ Marchigiana; NRL (¼ Nelore VS. ¼ Red Angus vs. ½ Limousin e NMM (¼ Nelore VS. ¾ Marchigiana. Após o abate e resfriamento da carcaça, foram retiradas amostras do músculo Longissimus entre a 12ª e 13ª costelas. Não houve efeito (p > 0,05 do grupo genético sobre as percentagens de umidade (74,0%, cinzas (1,0%, proteína bruta (19,0% e lipídeos totais (2,0% do músculo Longissimus. O grupo NMM apresentou menor (p 0,05 entre os grupos genéticos. A razão AGI/AGS (0,2 não diferiu. Os grupos genéticos NMM e NGR apresentaram, respectivamente, maior (8,5% e menor (5,6% percentagem de ácidos graxos n-6 e maior (5,5 e menor (4,0 razão n-6 n-3-1.This work was undertaken to study physical-chemical composition and fatty acids profile in Longissimus muscle of young bulls from different genetic groups finished in feedlot. Fourty animals were used, with average age of 22 months, from four genetic groups: NGR (¼ Nelore vs. ¼ Guzerá vs. ½ Red Angus; NSM (¼ Nelore vs. ¼ Simental vs. ½ Marchigiana; NRL (¼ Nelore vs. ¼ Red Angus vs. ½ Limousin and NMM (¼ Nelore vs. ¾ Marchigiana. After slaughter and chilled of carcass, Longissimus muscle samples between 12th and 13th rib were collected. The fatty acid composition was evaluated using the gas chromatograph. There was no genetic group effect (P>0.05 on muscle moisture (74.0%, ash (1.0%, crude protein (19.0% and total lipids (2.0%. The group NMM presented the lowest (P0.05 between the genetic groups. The AGS/AGI reason (0.2 was similar. The NMM and NGR groups presented, respectively, the highest (8.5% and the lowest (5.6% proportion of n

Donald Redfield Griffin

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Internationally renowned for his work on animal behaviour, ... explain the bat's ability to avoid obstacles. At that time, this seemed to be a more plausible explanation and was accepted by zoologists for over a century and virtually no further experi- ments were .... In 1943, Sven Dijkgraaf of Holland independently discovered.

Hudozhestvennaja akademija pomogajet naiti svojo litso

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2008-01-01

Eesti Kunstiakadeemia osalemisest innovatsiooniprogrammis Spinno. Projekti eesmärgiks on viia kokku disainiõppureid ja ettevõtteid, suurendada ettevõtjate teadmisi disainist. Spinno raames käivitati Disainiaasta ja Arhitektuuriaasta projektid. Kommenteerib projektijuht Sven Idarand. Tootedisainiga tegelevast Eesti Kunstiakadeemia esimesest spin-off ettevõttest Taikonaut räägib Kristiina Tuubel

SA Virumaa Muuseumid Viru-Nigula pastopraadimuuseum / Fredi-Armand Tomps, Leila Pärtelpoeg, Annes Hermann

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Tomps, Fredi-Armand, 1928

2008-01-01

12 ill.; fotod: Sven Arbet, Arvi Kriis; pastoraadimajas on renoveeritud esimesed ruumid, s.h. saal (arhitekt Fredi Tomps, sisearhitekt Leila Pärtelpoeg); sohva koopia on valminud 1990-ndate algul L. Pärtelpoja jooniste järgi Tartu kunstikooli mööbliosakonna õpilaste diplomitööna Annes Hermanni juhendamisel

Kuues lend / Rait Avestik

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Avestik, Rait, 1974-

2007-01-01

Tartu Ülikooli Viljandi kultruuriakadeemia teatrikunsti VI lennu diplomilavastused: Dario Fo "Müsterium buff", lavastaja Peeter Raudsepp; Anton Tshehhovi "Kolm õde", lavastaja-koreograaf Oleg Titov; Janusz Glowacki "Fortinbras jõi end täis", lavastajad Kalju Komissaarov ja Sven Heiberg. Lühidalt uutest diplomeeritud lavastajatest - Jaanika Juhanson ja Kati Kivitar

Tshass bessonnitsõ probil / Aleksandra Manukjan

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Manukjan, Aleksandra

2004-01-01

Coca-Cola Plazas esilinastub mängufilm "Täna öösel me ei maga" : stsenaristid Jaan Tätte, Kristian Taska, Mihkel Ulman : režissöör Ilmar Taska : produtsent Kristian Taska : operaator Istvan Borbas : monteerija Michael Duthie : helilooja Sven Grünberg : kunstnik Kalju Kivi : Taska Productions 2004

Kuidas värvata tarka juhti?

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2007-01-01

Tipp- ja kesktaseme juhtide värbamisest räägivad: Piret Lukk SEB Eesti Ühispangast, Kaidi Kask Rautakesko AS-ist, Sven Suurraid ja Riina Beljajeva Express Post AS-ist, Sirje Tammiste omanimelisest konsultatsioonibüroost, Ursula Muddi Nordnet Eesti AS-ist ja Ülle Matt Elcoteq Eesti AS-ist

Revival of a Dusty Old Profession

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Tarp, Sven

2008-01-01

This text is the inaugural lecture presented by Professor Sven Tarp at the Aarhus School of Business on March 14, 2008. Firstly, the text provides a brief retrospect of the history of lexicography with emphasis on the experience of the big Chinese encyclopedias and the first big National Danish D...

Tundeid saab testida, kuid mitte hierarhiasse seada... / Hanno Soans, Raoul Kurvitz, Toomas Mikk...[jt.] ; interv. Reet Varblane

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1998-01-01

3.-12. juulini Moskvas Malõi Manezhi galeriis olnud rahvusvahelisest näitusest "Meelte testimise jaam" ("Senses Test Station"). Kuraator Georgi Nikitsh. Eesti kunstiprojektist "Hüljatud lahinguväljad". Kuraator Hanno Soans, osalejad Raoul Kurvitz, Toomas Mikk, Urmo Raus, Sven Saag, Jaan Toomik. Pikemalt R. Kurvitza ja T. Miku projektist.

Baltoscandal on lõppenud, uued mõtted on saadud / Andres Keil

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Keil, Andres, 1974-

2006-01-01

Eesti teater oli Baltoscandalil koondatud olematu teatri mõiste alla. Andres Noormetsa "Reunioon", Mart Kangro ja Ansambel U "Mäng", Marco Laimre "Vangistus", Asko Künnapi "Säälpool jõge", Anders Härmi "Cooking and Shitting", Sven Kuntu "Miks Eesti mehed ei tantsi?", Linnar Priimäe "Inimese lõhn"

Mini-Fragment Fixation Is Equivalent to Bicortical Screw Fixation for Horizontal Medial Malleolus Fractures.

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Wegner, Adam M; Wolinsky, Philip R; Robbins, Michael A; Garcia, Tanya C; Amanatullah, Derek F

2018-05-01

Horizontal fractures of the medial malleolus occur through application of valgus or abduction force through the ankle that creates a tension failure of the medial malleolus. The authors hypothesize that mini-fragment T-plates may offer improved fixation, but the optimal fixation construct for these fractures remains unclear. Forty synthetic distal tibiae with identical osteotomies were randomized into 4 fixation constructs: (1) two parallel unicortical cancellous screws; (2) two parallel bicortical cortical screws; (3) a contoured mini-fragment T-plate with 2 unicortical screws in the fragment and 2 bicortical screws in the shaft; and (4) a contoured mini-fragment T-plate with 2 bicortical screws in the fragment and 2 unicortical screws in the shaft. Specimens were subjected to offset axial tension loading on a servohydraulic testing system and tracked using high-resolution video. Failure was defined as 2 mm of articular displacement. Analysis of variance followed by a Tukey-Kramer post hoc test was used to assess for differences between groups, with significance defined as Pfragment T-plate constructs (239±83 N/mm and 190±37 N/mm) and the bicortical screw construct (240±17 N/mm) were not statistically different. The mean stiffness values of both mini-fragment T-plate constructs and the bicortical screw construct were higher than that of a parallel unicortical screw construct (102±20 N/mm). Contoured T-plate constructs provide stiffer initial fixation than a unicortical cancellous screw construct. The T-plate is biomechanically equivalent to a bicortical screw construct, but may be superior in capturing small fragments of bone. [Orthopedics. 2018; 41(3):e395-e399.]. Copyright 2018, SLACK Incorporated.

Praegune "step by step" arenguvõimalus on üks paremaid, arvab Sven Mällo / Sven Mällo ; interv. Signe Kalberg

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Mällo, Sven

2008-01-01

Maailma ühe suurema geneerilisi ravimeid tootva firma Sandoz D. D. Eesti, Läti ja Leedu filiaali juht räägib oma haridusteest, tööst arstina, karjäärist ravimite müügi alal, perekonnast, hobidest. Kommenteerib kursusekaaslane, Eesti Kohtuekspertiisi instituudi direktor Üllar Lanno

Full recovery of Arundo donax particleboard from swelling test without waterproofing additives

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Jose-Antonio Flores-Yepes

2012-11-01

Full Text Available This paper presents the development of particleboard based on common reed, reproducing the industry standard manufacturing process applied to wood chipboard. One of the main properties of the resulting board was its resistance to water, due to the hydrophobic properties of the common reed, despite there being no incorporation of melamine or any other waterproofing additive. The boards that were developed were analyzed using 2 mm and 4 mm sieves for fibre selection, a manufacturing pressure of 3 N/mm2 and 25 N/mm2, and a volume of urea formaldehyde resin content ranging from 5.2% to 13% (8 to 20% liquid format. Standard destructive tests were performed. It was found that under certain applied conditions, namely high pressure and adequate resin proportion (a pressure of over 3 N/mm2 and over 15% liquid resin, Arundo donax L. particleboard demonstrated full recovery from the swelling test. This finding highlights an unmatched property in terms of recovery from the swelling test of the designed board. This property confers a interesting property to be used in high humidity environments without the need for special resin or waterproofing process.

Geothermal-Related Thermo-Elastic Fracture Analysis by Numerical Manifold Method

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Jun He

2018-05-01

Full Text Available One significant factor influencing geothermal energy exploitation is the variation of the mechanical properties of rock in high temperature environments. Since rock is typically a heterogeneous granular material, thermal fracturing frequently occurs in the rock when the ambient temperature changes, which can greatly influence the geothermal energy exploitation. A numerical method based on the numerical manifold method (NMM is developed in this study to simulate the thermo-elastic fracturing of rocklike granular materials. The Voronoi tessellation is incorporated into the pre-processor of NMM to represent the grain structure. A contact-based heat transfer model is developed to reflect heat interaction among grains. Based on the model, the transient thermal conduction algorithm for granular materials is established. To simulate the cohesion effects among grains and the fracturing process between grains, a damage-based contact fracture model is developed to improve the contact algorithm of NMM. In the developed numerical method, the heat interaction among grains as well as the heat transfer inside each solid grain are both simulated. Additionally, as damage evolution and fracturing at grain interfaces are also considered, the developed numerical method is applicable to simulate the geothermal-related thermal fracturing process.

Jukebox'i ja tšello kohtumine / Donald Tomberg

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Tomberg, Donald, 1972-

2006-01-01

Eesti-Saksa koostööfilm "Kõrini" : stsenaristid Hans-Werner Honert, Thomas Steinke, Valentin Kuik, Peeter Simm : režissöör Peeter Simm : operaator Rein Kotov : helilooja Sven Grünberg : osades Maarja Jakobson, Rasmus Kaljujärv, Heio von Stetten, Thomas Schmauser : Ruut Pictures (Eesti) - Saxonia Film (Saksa) 2005

Tüüri ava(sta)mas, kuid mitte ainult / Igor Garšnek

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Garšnek, Igor, 1958-

2011-01-01

Kahest kontserdist Estonia kontserdisaalis - 4. märtsil ERSO ja Herbert Schuch (klaver) Olari Eltsi dirigeerimisel, kavas Tüüri Sümfoonia nr 8, Pärdi "Nekroloog" ja Ullmanni Klaverikontsert ning 10. märtsil Erkki-Sven Tüüri autorikontsert, kus esinesid Eesti Filharmoonia Kammerkoor ja Sinfonietta Riga Daniel Reussi juhatusel

Muusikauudiseid maailmast / Nele-Eva Steinfeld

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Steinfeld, Nele-Eva

2016-01-01

Lühisõnumeid maailmast: Sibeliuse-nimelise viiuldajate konkursi võitis Christel Lee. Hans Abrahamsen pälvis Grawemeyeri auhinna. Jorma Panula dirigeerimiskonkursi võitis Dylan Corlay. Rahamured Kopenhaagenis. Suri Stravinski-uurija ja dirigent Robert Craft. Paavo Järvi ajakirja Diapason aasta muusik. Erkki-Sven Tüür sai Christoph Stephan Kaske fondi preemia

Optimization Of Fluoride Glass Fiber Drawing With Respect To Mechanical Strength

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Schneider, H. W.; Schoberth, A.; Staudt, A.; Gerndt, Ch.

1987-08-01

Heavy metal fluoride fibers have attracted considerable attention recently as lightguides for infrared optical devices. Besides the optical loss mechanical performance of the fiber is of major interest. At present fiber strength suffers from surface crystallization prior to or during fiber drawing. We developed an etching method for the preparation of preforms with clean surface. Drawing these preforms under optimized conditions in a dry atmosphere results in fibers with improved strength. So far, mean value of 400 N/mm2 tensile strength have been achieved. Maximum values of 800 N/mm2 measured on etched fibers indicate an even higher strength potential for the material itself.

The Production and Utilization of GDP-glucose in the Biosynthesis of Trehalose 6-Phosphate by Streptomyces venezuelae.

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Asención Diez, Matías D; Miah, Farzana; Stevenson, Clare E M; Lawson, David M; Iglesias, Alberto A; Bornemann, Stephen

2017-01-20

Trehalose-6-phosphate synthase OtsA from streptomycetes is unusual in that it uses GDP-glucose as the donor substrate rather than the more commonly used UDP-glucose. We now confirm that OtsA from Streptomyces venezuelae has such a preference for GDP-glucose and can utilize ADP-glucose to some extent too. A crystal structure of the enzyme shows that it shares twin Rossmann-like domains with the UDP-glucose-specific OtsA from Escherichia coli However, it is structurally more similar to Streptomyces hygroscopicus VldE, a GDP-valienol-dependent pseudoglycosyltransferase enzyme. Comparison of the donor binding sites reveals that the amino acids associated with the binding of diphosphoribose are almost all identical in these three enzymes. By contrast, the amino acids associated with binding guanine in VldE (Asn, Thr, and Val) are similar in S. venezuelae OtsA (Asp, Ser, and Phe, respectively) but not conserved in E. coli OtsA (His, Leu, and Asp, respectively), providing a rationale for the purine base specificity of S. venezuelae OtsA. To establish which donor is used in vivo, we generated an otsA null mutant in S. venezuelae The mutant had a cell density-dependent growth phenotype and accumulated galactose 1-phosphate, glucose 1-phosphate, and GDP-glucose when grown on galactose. To determine how the GDP-glucose is generated, we characterized three candidate GDP-glucose pyrophosphorylases. SVEN_3027 is a UDP-glucose pyrophosphorylase, SVEN_3972 is an unusual ITP-mannose pyrophosphorylase, and SVEN_2781 is a pyrophosphorylase that is capable of generating GDP-glucose as well as GDP-mannose. We have therefore established how S. venezuelae can make and utilize GDP-glucose in the biosynthesis of trehalose 6-phosphate. © 2017 by The American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Inc.

The Production and Utilization of GDP-glucose in the Biosynthesis of Trehalose 6-Phosphate by Streptomyces venezuelae*

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Asención Diez, Matías D.; Miah, Farzana; Stevenson, Clare E. M.; Lawson, David M.; Iglesias, Alberto A.; Bornemann, Stephen

2017-01-01

Trehalose-6-phosphate synthase OtsA from streptomycetes is unusual in that it uses GDP-glucose as the donor substrate rather than the more commonly used UDP-glucose. We now confirm that OtsA from Streptomyces venezuelae has such a preference for GDP-glucose and can utilize ADP-glucose to some extent too. A crystal structure of the enzyme shows that it shares twin Rossmann-like domains with the UDP-glucose-specific OtsA from Escherichia coli. However, it is structurally more similar to Streptomyces hygroscopicus VldE, a GDP-valienol-dependent pseudoglycosyltransferase enzyme. Comparison of the donor binding sites reveals that the amino acids associated with the binding of diphosphoribose are almost all identical in these three enzymes. By contrast, the amino acids associated with binding guanine in VldE (Asn, Thr, and Val) are similar in S. venezuelae OtsA (Asp, Ser, and Phe, respectively) but not conserved in E. coli OtsA (His, Leu, and Asp, respectively), providing a rationale for the purine base specificity of S. venezuelae OtsA. To establish which donor is used in vivo, we generated an otsA null mutant in S. venezuelae. The mutant had a cell density-dependent growth phenotype and accumulated galactose 1-phosphate, glucose 1-phosphate, and GDP-glucose when grown on galactose. To determine how the GDP-glucose is generated, we characterized three candidate GDP-glucose pyrophosphorylases. SVEN_3027 is a UDP-glucose pyrophosphorylase, SVEN_3972 is an unusual ITP-mannose pyrophosphorylase, and SVEN_2781 is a pyrophosphorylase that is capable of generating GDP-glucose as well as GDP-mannose. We have therefore established how S. venezuelae can make and utilize GDP-glucose in the biosynthesis of trehalose 6-phosphate. PMID:27903647

Kes on kes ehk Tulgu uus taevas / Ervin Õunapuu

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Õunapuu, Ervin, 1956-

2002-01-01

Tuntud tegijad, kes on oma sõnul ateistid, agnostikud või umbuskliku suhtumisega ristiusu kirikusse: William Seward Burroughs, Vincent Van Gogh, Oscar Niemeyer, Sven Alur Reinans, Sir Joshua Reynolds, Diego Rivera, Neil Rogers, John Ruskin, Matt Wagner, Frank Lloyd Wright, Ervin Õunapuu jne. Ilmunud ka kogumikus "Öövöö", lk.109-124

Tootedisaineri töö peenmehaanika ja olemise jaatus / Ene Läkk

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Läkk, Ene, 1957-

2011-01-01

Tootjate ja riskikapitalistide huvist tootedisaineri teenuse vastu. Eesti disainibüroodest MaDis-Stuudio (Matti Õunapuu), Ten Twelve (asutaja: Jukka Halttunen), Keha3 (Margus Triibmann, Tarmo Luisk, Pavel Sidorenko, juht: Ville Jehe) ja Iseasi (Martin Pärn, Sven Sõrmus, Edina Dufala-Pärn, Pent Talvet, Kaspar Torn), pakutavatest teenustest ja töödest

An Exploratory Case Study of Information-Sharing and Collaboration within Air Force Supply Chain Management

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2006-03-01

International Journal of Production Economics , Vol. 93-94, pp. 53-99, 2005. -----. “Approximate...Optimization of a Two-level Distribution Inventory System,” International Journal of Production Economics , Vol. 81-81, pp. 545-553, 2003...Scaling Down Multi-Echelon Inventory Problems,” International Journal of Production Economics , Vol. 71, pp. 255-261, 2001. Axsater, Sven

Kultuuritorm Tallinnas / Marko Mägi

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Mägi, Marko

2001-01-01

Linnakultuuri Festivalist 20.-27. novembrini Tallinna eri paikades. Muusikaüritustest Von Krahli Teatris: "Tallinn: psühhedeelne linn" ja samanimelise heliplaadi esitlusest; rockmaratonist Operation B; tribuutkontserdist Sven Grünbergile ja S. Grünbergi kolmikheliplaadist "Hukkunud alpinisti Hotell"; Raido Mägi ja Mart Kangro moderntantsuetendusest "Meelega. Start.based on a true story"

Prooviks enesekriitilisemalt, härra Ammas? / Sven Mikser

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Mikser, Sven, 1973-

2001-01-01

Vastuseks Andres Ammase art. "Savisaar jäi alla Savisaarele." Eesti peaministrile on võõrad nii väärikus, au kui ka ausus. Autor: Keskerakond. Parlamendisaadik. Ilmunud ka: Koit, 27. veebr. 2001, lk. 6; Võrumaa Teataja, 27. veebr. 2001, lk. 2; Vooremaa, 1. märts 2001, lk. 2; Järva Teataja, 3. märts 2001, lk. 2; Nädaline, 3. märts 2001, lk. 5

Mis oli kindrali sõnum liitlastele? / Sven Mikser

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Mikser, Sven, 1973-

2007-01-01

Iraagi operatsiooni kohta ettekande koostanud USA kindral Petraeus ja USA Iraagi-suursaadik Crocker ei joonistanud lahti loodetud kursimuutust USA Iraagi-poliitikas, pigem kinnitasid vajadust valitud kursil jätkata. Kolmest küsimusest, millele Eesti ministrid peaksid vastama, enne kui otsustavad, kas tulla Riigikokku ettepanekuga pikendada missiooni Iraagis

Igavikku kinni pandud - ilmselt vastu tahtmist / Sven Vabar

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Vabar, Sven

2007-01-01

Endorfin Fractured Communikatsionsi (avalikult isikustamata isik või isikute grupp) poeemkoomiksid 2007. a. Tallinnas Eesti Kunstiakadeemia väljaandena ilmunud Andreas Trosseki ja Joonas Sildre koostatud kogumikus "Narratiivsus piltides: Eesti 00'aastate autorikoomiks"

"Pääsukese Eestimaa" / Sven Začek

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Začek, Sven, 1980-

2011-01-01

Loodusfotograaf oma kolmanda raamatu "Pääsukeste Eestimaa" sünnist, kus loodust on pildistatud lennukilt või helikopterilt. Ka probleemidest ja fototehnilistest erinevustest, mis kaasnevad õhust pildistamisega

[Joonas Sildre ; Andreas Trossek. Narratiivsus piltides] / Sven Vabar

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Vabar, Sven, 1977-

2010-01-01

Arvustus: Trossek, Andreas ; Sildre, Joonas. Narratiivsus piltides. Eesti '00 aastate autorikoomiks. Osa 2 = Narration in pictures. Estonian alternative comics from the '00s. Part 2. Tallinn : Haus Galerii, 2009

Karje Vana Maailma äärelt / Sven Vabar

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Vabar, Sven

2005-01-01

IX Pimedate Ööde Filmifestivali filme - dokumentaalfilm Islandi muusikast "Karjuv meistriteos" ("Screaming Masterpiece") : režissöör Alexander Ergis : Island 2005, mängufilm "Otsides Alexander'it" ("Looking for Alexander") : režissöör Francis Leclerc : Kanada 2004

Posterior column acetabular fracture fixation using a W-shaped angular plate: A biomechanical analysis.

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Ke Su

Full Text Available The purpose of this study was to compare the stability and feasibility of four fixation constructs in a posterior column acetabular fracture: one reconstruction plate, one reconstruction plate and lag screw, two reconstruction plates, and a W-shaped acetabular angular plate.Twenty embalmed cadaveric pelvises with a posterior column acetabular fractures were allocated to one of four groups: 1 a reconstruction plate, 2 a reconstruction plate with a posterior column lag screw, 3 double reconstruction plates, and 4 a W-shaped acetabular angular plate. These constructs were mechanically loaded on a testing machine, and construct stiffness values were measured. Strain gauges were utilized to measure the mechanical behavior in the condition of compressive force.Final stiffness was not different between the two reconstruction plates (445.81±98.30 N/mm and the W-shaped acetabular angular plate (447.43±98.45 N/mm, p = 0.524, both of which were superior to a single reconstruction plate (248.90±61.95 N/mm and a combined plate and lag screw (326.41±94.34 N/mm. Following the fixation of the W-shaped acetabular angular plate, the strain distribution was similar to the intact condition around the acetabulum. The parameters of the W-shaped acetabular angular plate that were observed at the superior region of the acetabulum were less than those of a single reconstruction plate (p<0.05, a single reconstruction plate with lag screw (p<0.05, and two reconstruction plates (p<0.05.The novel W-shaped acetabular angular plate fixation technique was able to provide the biomechanically stiffest construct for stabilization of a posterior column acetabular fracture; it also resulted in a partial restoration of joint loading parameters toward the intact state.

Robust naphthyl methacrylate monolithic column for high performance liquid chromatography of a wide range of solutes.

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Jonnada, Murthy; El Rassi, Ziad

2015-08-28

An organic monolithic column based on the co-polymerization of 2-naphthyl methacrylate (NAPM) as the functional monomer and trimethylolpropane trimethacrylate (TRIM) as the crosslinker was introduced for high performance reversed-phase liquid chromatography (RPC). The co-polymerization was performed in situ in a stainless steel column of 4.6mm i.d. in the presence of a ternary porogen consisting of 1-dodecanol and cyclohexanol. This monolithic column (referred to as naphthyl methacrylate monolithic column or NMM column) showed high mechanical stability at relatively high mobile phase flow velocity indicating that the column has excellent hydrodynamic characteristics. To characterize the NMM column, different probe molecules including alkyl benzenes, and aniline, benzene, toluene and phenol derivatives were chromatographed on the column and the results in terms of k, selectivity and plate counts were compared to those obtained on an octadecyl silica (ODS) column in order to assess the presence of π-π and hydrophobic interactions on the NMM column under otherwise the same elution conditions. The NMM column offered additional π-π interactions with aromatic molecules in addition to hydrophobic interactions under RPC elution conditions. Run-to-run and column-to-column reproducibility of solute k values were evaluated, and percent relative standard deviation of column using shallow (30min at 1.0mL/min), steep (10min at 1.0mL/min) and ultra steep (1min at 3.0mL/min) linear gradient elution at increasing ACN concentration in the mobile phase using a 10cm×4.6mm i.d. column in case of shallow and steep linear gradients and a 3cm×4.6mm i.d. column for ultra steep linear gradient. Copyright © 2015 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.

PÖFFil võidutses Aasia / Tiit Tuumalu

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Tuumalu, Tiit, 1971-

2005-01-01

Auhinnad IX PÖFFi Euraasia võistlusprogrammi filmidele. Grand prix läks hiina filmile "Shanghai unistus" (režii Wang Xiaoshuai). Žürii liikmed Eva Isaksen, Thomas Mauch, Jaak Allik, Sven Grünberg avaldavad lühiarvamusi. Lisatud nimekiri "9. Pimedate Ööde filmifestival andis välja järgmised auhinnad"

Seadus kergitab valitud ametnike palka / Kaire Uusen

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Uusen, Kaire

2005-01-01

Soodsate seadusesätete tõttu kerkib Riigikogu liikmete palk koos 30 protsendilise esindustasuga 2006. aastal ligi 50 000 kroonini kuus ning 2009. aastal ligi 60 000 kroonini. Lisa: Eelisseisus riigipalgalised. Diagramm: Valitsuse ja riigikogu garanteeritud palgatõus. Kommenteerivad Haridustöötajate Liidu juhatuse esimes Sven Rondik ja Eesti Ametiühingute Keskliidu esimees Harri Taliga

Lõpp annab tähenduse / Olev Remsu

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Remsu, Olev, 1947-

2006-01-01

Eesti-Saksa koostööfilm "Kõrini" : stsenaristid Hans-Werner Honert, Thomas Steinke, Valentin Kuik, Peeter Simm : režissöör Peeter Simm : operaator Rein Kotov : helilooja Sven Grünberg : osades Maarja Jakobson, Rasmus Kaljujärv, Heio von Stetten, Thomas Schmauser : Ruut Pictures (Eesti) - Saxonia Film (Saksa) 2005. Lisatud P. Simmi filmograafia lk. 106

Paraadile annavad sära sõjaväeorkestrid. Kultuuri ja uunikumi / Andris Tammela

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Tammela, Andris

2005-01-01

Võidupüha üritustest Paides 23. juunil. Suure-Jaani muusikapäevadest: Mati Palmi ja Aare-Paul Lattiku kontsert 22. juun. Suure-Jaani jahimajas, Sven Grünbergi, Lilian Langsepa ja Vambola Kriguli kontsert 22. juun. Suure-Jaani kirikus, Urmas Sisaski autoriõhtu 23. juun. Suure-Jaani kirikus, Jassi Zahharovi kontsert 23. juun. Soomaal Hüpassaares

Pangad koorivad kaks nahka / Piret Reiljan

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Reiljan, Piret, 1983-

2008-01-01

Ilmunud ka: Delovõje Vedomosti 21. mai lk. 10. Kohustusliku pensionisamba kliendid maksavad pankadele topelt teenustasusid, sest mitu panka investeerivad pensionifondide vara iseenda teistesse fondidesse. Vt. samas: Kolme suurema panga investeeringud oma fondidesse; Kuidas kujuneb topelttasu; Hansa ja SEB klientide arvult pikalt ees. Kommenteerivad Mihkel Oja ja Aku Sorainen. Vastuseks vt. ka Sven Kunsingi art. 21. mai lk. 26

Ishtshem novogo sotrudnika!

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2008-01-01

Arutech Parimad Aknad OÜ tegevdirektor Svetlana Arutjunjan, ASi Klaasimeister juhatuse liige Tarmo Jullinen, Nordcarrier Transport Eesti OÜ juhatuse liige Andres Salm ja GU BKF Eesti OÜ tegevdirektor Sven Paulson oma kogemustest uute töötajate leidmisel ning valimisel. Vt. samas: Keda ei tasu tööle võtta (USA kompanii Leadership Development presidendi Dan Bobinski nõuandeid)

Euro tulekust lahutab 1,5 miljardit ülejääki / Raimo Poom

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Poom, Raimo

2010-01-01

2009. aasta III kvartali lõpus oli Eesti eelarvedefitsiit 4,9% SKT-st, eelarve ülejääk oli III kvartalis 1,4 mld. Rahandusministeeriumi nõunik Sven Kirsipuu on arvamusel, et ka IV kvartal peaks olema ülejäägiga. Euroalaga liitumiseks on vaja vähemalt 1,5-miljardilist ülejääki. Graafikud

Mõtlik südasuvi / Andri Ksenofontov

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Ksenofontov, Andri, 1962-

2009-01-01

Näitused Tallinnas: Reti Saksa näitus Põlendruumis, Maarja Unduski ja Pille Kivihalli (külalisena) näitus "Maarja ilmutus" galeriis Hop 25. juunist 14. juulini, Jaan Elkeni näitus "Tagasi reaalsusesse" Draakoni galeriis 15. juunist 4. juulini, Sven Saagi ja Andres Koorti näitus "Kogu aeg" Tallinna Kunstihoone galeriis 27. juunist 12. juulini

Kontserthuset Göteborg. Lördag 15. mars 1997 Stora salen

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1997-01-01

Kontserdi kavas juttu: Eduard Tubina "Balalaikakontsert" ning Wilhelm Stenhammari ja Sergei Prokofjevi teosed Lk. 3-4: Kruckenberg, Sven: Tubin - Balalajkakontsert. Kontserthuset Göteborg. Göteborgs Symfoniker, chefdirigent: Neeme Järvi. Dirigent: Neeme Järvi, solist: Gennady Zut, balalajka. Kontsertmästare: Per Enoksson, Christer Thorvaldsson. Lördag 15. mars 1997 Stora salen (grön serie)

Phylogenetic analysis of the genus Anabaena based on PCR ...

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STORAGESEVER

2009-12-15

Dec 15, 2009 ... LTRR2. 5'- CTA TCA GGG ATT GAA AG-3'. Rasmussen and. Svenning, 1998 on a 1% agarose gel containing 0.5 X TBE (Tris Borate-EDTA) and. 0.5 µg/ml ethidium bromide. Data analysis. Fingerprints generated from different Anabaena species were compared and all bands were scored. The presence or ...

Elamusi ujuvast linnast / Krister Kivi

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Kivi, Krister, 1975-

2007-01-01

Reportaaž Eesti presidendi Toomas Hendrik Ilvese külaskäigust maailma pikimale ja maailma esimesele tuumajõul töötavale lennukikandjale USS Enterprise. Delegatsiooni kuulusid veel Riigikogu esimees Ene Ergma, kaitseväe juht Ants Laaneots, kaitseminister Jaak Aaviksoo, Riigikogu liikmed Sven Mikser ja Mati Raidma ning USA suursaadik Eestis Stanley Davis Phillips

The Optimization of Immobilization for the Low-Activity Waste of theEvaporation Product with Cement

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Supardi

2000-01-01

The experimental investigation of immobilization the low active wasteconcentration containing 2.44x10 -3 μCi/cc a great deal of NaNO 3 withcement was done. The immobilization process was carried out by mixing cement,water, concentrate, and Ca-bentonite with a given ratio within a glassbeaker. The mixture was then stirred with an electrical hand mixer untilhomogeneous. The studied immobilization condition were the influences of theweight ratio water to cement, the weight ratio of concentrate to cement withwhich the concentrate pH was varied, and the influence of the addition ofCa-bentonite (% in weight) with the optimum pH of concentrate. The sample inthe container with the size of 2.54 cm in diameter and 3.0 cm in height wasmade of polyethylene and was covered by a tight lid and was cured for 28days. After the sample was cured for 28 days and then it was taken out of thecontainer. This sample quality was ready for being tested. The quality ofcementation product tested compressive strength, density, chemical stability,irradiation stability and thermal stability. The optimum results ofinvestigation were the weight ratio of water to cement = 0.30, thecompressive strength of 30.37 N/mm 2 . For the immobilization of the waste andcement with the optimum pH being used, yielded in the compressive strength of28.07 N/mm 2 . Further more from the condition of waste and cement at theoptimum pH which was added by the optimum Ca-bentonite gained the compressivestrength of 33.64 N/mm 2 before irradiation, where as after irradiation thecompressive strength was 32.41 N/mm 2 . The optimum thermal test resultachieved was 250 o C with the compressive strength of 44.10 N/mm 2 . For theleaching test results after being cured for 91 days in the distilled watermedia was 0.47x10 -4 gcm -2 day -1 , while in the sea water was 0.66x10 -4 gcm -2 day -1 . Water medium activity until 91 days = 3.1x10 -7 μCi/cc,MPC from ICRP = 8.1x10 -7 μCi/cc. The experimental investigation ofcemented waste

Does Man Marking Influence Running Outputs and Intensity During Small-Sided Soccer Games?

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Aasgaard, Mats; Kilding, Andrew E

2018-06-20

Aasgaard, M and Kilding, AE. Does man marking influence running outputs and intensity during small-sided soccer games? J Strength Cond Res XX(X): 000-000, 2018-Small-sided games (SSGs) are considered an effective training tool for physical development in soccer. Small-sided games can be modified in several ways to manipulate the physical demands to best match the game demands, player characteristics, and session objectives. The aim of this study was to compare the physiological, perceptual, and Global Positioning System (GPS)-derived time-motion characteristics of man marking (MM) vs. non-man marking (NMM) in 2v2, 3v3, and 4v4 SSGs. In an acute crossover design, 8 amateur soccer players (mean age ± SD: 23.6 ± 3.3 years) played 2v2, 3v3, and 4v4 SSGs consisting of 4 × 4-minute bouts, with 2-minute passive recovery. During all SSGs, players wore a heart rate (HR) monitor and GPS unit and reported their rating of perceived exertion (RPE). Average percent HR (%HRave) induced small to moderate effects with MM compared with NMM (%Δ = 1-2.7%; effect size [ES] = 0.22-0.65). Comparisons between MM formats indicated a decrease in %HRave with increased player numbers (%Δ = 1.6-3.5%; ES = 0.39-0.86). Perceptual load increased with MM compared with NMM (%Δ = 6.7-17.6%; ES = 0.66-2.09), whereas increases in player numbers (MM only) reduced RPE output (%Δ = 9.4-24.3%; ES = 1.14-3.61). Time-motion characteristics revealed substantially greater total distance covered in MM irrespective of player number (%Δ = 6.8-14.7%; ES = 1.34-2.82). There were very likely increases in distances covered at striding (13.1-17.8 km·h) (%Δ: 23.4-33.2; ES = 2.42-4.35) and high-intensity running (HIR) (17.9-21 km·h) (%Δ: 47.3-104; ES = 0.91-1.68) for MM compared with NMM irrespective of player number. In conclusion, MM substantially elevated perceptual load and distances from striding to HIR regardless of player number, whereas differences between NMM and MM for internal load remain unclear

Kolm plaati eesti klassikast : Cyrillus Kreegi "Requiemi" kaks ettekanet ja "Eesti heliloojad V" / Kerri Kotta

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Kotta, Kerri, 1969-

2009-01-01

Arvustus : Kreek, Cyrillus. Requiem. Musica sacra. Tampere : Alba, 2007. Kreek, Cyrillus. Requiem. Tõnu Kõrvits. Kreegi vihik. [Tallinn] : Eesti Filharmoonia Kammerkoor, 2008. Eesti heliloojad V. Tallinn : Eesti Rahvusringhääling, 2008

Efeito da técnica de curtimento e do método utilizado para remoção da pele da tilápia-do-nilo sobre as características de resistência do couro Effect of tanning technique and methods used for skin removal on leather resistance characteristics of Nile Tilapia

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Maria Luiza Rodrigues de Souza

2006-08-01

Full Text Available Um estudo foi realizado com o objetivo de avaliar os efeitos do método de remoção da pele do filé (com alicate e com máquina e da técnica de curtimento (com ou sem sais de cromo, bioleather sobre a resistência da pele de tilápia-do-nilo (Oreochromis niloticus. Foram retiradas as peles de 40 tilápias (450 g, 20 com uso de alicates e 20 com auxílio de máquina. Após o curtimento e a retirada dos corpos-de-prova, as peles foram encaminhadas a um laboratório aclimatizado (23ºC e 50% de umidade relativa do ar para realização dos testes de resistência em dinamômetro EMIC, com velocidade de afastamento entre cargas de 100 ± 20 mm/mm. O método de retirada da pele do filé não afetou os resultados dos testes de tração e rasgamento progressivo. A pele retirada com a máquina apresentou elongação superior (88,48% à removida com alicate (71,09%. Peles curtidas com sais de cromo (25,54 N/mm; 12,18 N/mm² foram mais resistentes que as curtidas sem sais de cromo (bioleather (13,11 N/mm; 9,89 N/mm². Peles curtidas por estas técnicas (com cromo e bioleather podem ser utilizadas na confecção de vestuários, pois as médias dos testes de tração, alongamento e rasgamento progressivo foram superiores a 9,80 N/mm², 60% e 14,72 N/mm, respectivamente, valores mínimos recomendados para couros curtidos ao cromo.This research evaluated the effect of different methods (fillet skin removal and tanning methods [with or without chromium salts and bioleather] on leather resistance characteristics of Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus. Skin from 40 tilapias (450 g were removed: 20 by pliers and 20 by machine. After skin tanning, the samples were removed for resistance tests, which were done, in a climatized environment (23ºC and 50% air relative humidity, with EMIC dynamometer, at removal speed of 100 ± 20 mm/mm. No effect of fillet skin removal method on progressive tearing and strength was observed. The method of skin removal by machine

Muusikauudiseid maailmast / Nele-Eva Steinfeld

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Steinfeld, Nele-Eva

2015-01-01

Lühisõnumeid maailmast: Grigori Sokolov keeldus Cremona muusikapreemiast. Avery Fisher Hall sai uue nime. Baltic Sea Youth Philharmonic pälvis Euroopa kultuuripreemia. Erkki-Sven Tüürile Monaco prints Pierre'i fondi preemia. Thomas Adès pälvis Léonie Sonningi preemia. Joseph Joachimi konkursi võitis Sergei Dogadin. PIAS Records saab enda valdusesse Harmonia Mundi

Detection Of Malware Collusion With Static Dependence Analysis On Inter-App Communication

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2016-12-08

app permission leakage.” IEEE Transactions on Software Engineering, 2015 [4]. Bugiel, Sven, Lucas Davi, Alexandra Dmitrienko, Thomas Fischer , Ahmad...Dmitrienko, Thomas Fischer , and Ahmad-Reza Sadeghi. “Xmandroid: A new android evolution to mitigate privilege escalation attacks.”, Technical Report...Technical report, Department of Computer Science, University of Maryland, College Park, 2009. [12]. Gordon, Michael I., Deokhwan Kim, Jeff H. Perkins

Peep Aaviksoo kukutas EMT-kesksus / Jaan Männik ; interv. Vallo Toomet

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Männik, Jaan, 1945-

2003-01-01

EMT nõukogu esimees ja Eesti Telekomi juhatuse esimees Jaan Männik vastab küsimustele, mis on seotud Peep Aaviksoo lahkumisega Eesti Mobiiltelefoni juhi kohalt. Vt. samas: Aaviksoo selgitab lahkumise põhjusi. Peep Aaviksoo kiri. Kommenteerivad Radiolinja Eesti juhatuse esimees Sami Seppänen, Tele2 Eesti juhatuse esimees Üllar Jaaksoo, Ühispanga analüütik Sven Kunsing

Vabaduse väljak = The first design stage of Freedom Square / Margit Mutso

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Mutso, Margit, 1966-

2010-01-01

Tallinna Vabaduse väljakust, mis pälvis Eesti Kultuurkapitali 2009. aasta aastapreemia uue kvaliteedi eest Eesti linnaehituses ja avaliku ruumi loomisel. Arhitektid: Andres Alver, Veljo Kaasik, Tiit Trummal, kaasautorid Indrek Rünkla, Tarmo Laht, Sven Koppel, Ulla Saar, Toomas Tammis (Alver Arhitektid OÜ). Ajaloolane Rein Zobel. Žürii liikmete Kalle Komissarovi ja Mait Summataveti hinnang väljakule

Loits skandaalitses gaalal. Sparks Rabarockil. Pärimusmuusika Ait

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2008-01-01

Pärnu Kontserdimajas Eesti muusikaauhindade galal üle astunud rockansambel Loits röövis koostöös kultuskirjaniku Sven Kivisildnikuga aasta metal/punk-artisti auhinna, mis pidi minema industrial-metal-artistile Finish Me Off. Ameerika bänd Sparks 14. juunil Järvakandis Rabarockil. Viljandis Tasuja pst.6 avati Eesti Pärimusmuusika Keskuse uus kodu - Pärimusmuusika Ait

Uudised : Eesti muusikalistaarid Euroopas. Tüüri 5.sümfoonia Tallinnas

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2005-01-01

Koit Toome, Ele Millistver ja Lauri Liiv alustavad 1. detsembril Brnos rahvusvahelises muusikalitrupis "Hairi" proovidega. Esietendus on 26. dets. Iserlohni linnas Saksamaal ning etendusi antakse järgmise aasta 16. aprillini Saksa linnades, Austrias, Šveitsis ja Taanis. Erkki-Sven Tüüri 5. sümfoonia tuleb Eestis esiettekandele 10. dets. Estonia Kontserdisaalis, teose esiettekannet selle aasta veebruaris Stuttgardis dirigeeris Olari Elts

Sääste hoitakse üha enam valuutas / Piret Reiljan

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Reiljan, Piret, 1983-

2007-01-01

Ilmunud ka: Delovõje Vedomosti 18. juuli lk. 3. Üha enam eraisikuid on oma tähtajalisi ja säästuhoiuseid paigutanud valuutasse, kuna välisraha puhul on valuutarisk väiksem. Kommenteerivad Mart Sõrg, Sven Meimer. Diagramm: Valuutahoiuste maht tõusuteel; Üle aasta kestvatest eraisikute hoiustest 75% valuutas. Tabel: Kroonihoius intressi poolest kuldne kesktee. Lisa: Number

Üks uks Eesti ja Jaapani vahel : köitekunst kohtub animatsiooniga / Maarja Undusk

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Undusk, Maarja

2003-01-01

Eestis viibiv jaapanlanna Maya Yonesho (sünd. 1965) hakkab tegema stipendiaadifilmi "Üks uks". Raamat-uksed teevad valmis eesti nahakunstnikud Külli Grünbach, Rene Haljasmäe, Pille Kivihall, Helen Maran-Poll, Lennart Mänd, Tiina Piisang, Jane Rannamets ja Maarja Undusk. Filmi muusika autor Sven Grünberg. M. Yonesho juhendas nahakunstnik Kadri Halliku diplomitööd

Une plateforme pour la mise au point d'un vaccin anti-adénovirus ...

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Une plateforme pour la mise au point d'un vaccin anti-adénovirus non réplicatif contre les maladies aviaires. 09 avril 2018. Fonds d'innovation en vaccins pour le bétail. Photo: Sven Torfinn/Panos Pictures. La volaille constitue un élevage essentiel en Afrique subsaharienne, surtout pour la sécurité alimentaire et ...

Improved Achilles tendon healing by early mechanical loading in a rabbit model.

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Wang, Jihong; Jiang, Dianming; Wen, Shuzheng; Jing, Shangfei; Fan, Dongsheng; Hao, Zengtao; Han, Chaoqian

2015-01-01

To investigate the structure and the attachment strength of a healing tendon-bone interface and the role of mechanical loading in tendon healing. Sixty rabbits underwent unilateral detachment and repair of the Achilles tendon. Thirty animals were immobilized (Group A), and the others wereallowed loadingimmediately postoperatively (Group B). Animals were sacrificed at 4 weeks and evaluated for histological and biomechanical testing. Statistical analysis was performed with an independent t test with significance set at P = 0.05. The ultimate stress was greater in group B (4.598 ± 1.321 N/mm(2)) compared with the control group (3.388 ± 0.994 N/mm(2)) (P tendon-to-bone interface with a larger area of chondrocytes was found in group B (P tendon-to-bone interface.

Statistical strength properties, loading and reliability of structures made of reaction bonded silicon nitride

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Maier, H.R.; Nink, H.; Krauth, A.

1977-01-01

A prediction of the reliability of structural components requires the definition of transfer data from the combination of materials data, design criteria and application conditions. The determination and transfer of strength data are one unit and therefore similar approximations are necessary. The influence of loading conditions, proof testing and analysing methods is explained with bending tests of rectangular specimens and burst tests of big tubes at room temperature. The drop in strength from 180 N/mm 2 to 50 N/mm 2 via a size factor of 10 5 is predicted and experimentally verified with the most simple statistical extension. The results have been applied to special problems of stress concentrations and give conclusions for test techniques and design fundamentals. (orig.) [de

Composite Flowable Fabricated (CFF Sebagai Alternatif Bahan Pasak Gigi Paska Endodontik

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Dwi Warna Aju Fatmawati

2014-12-01

for 20 seconds. Treatment of NiTi post group was same with CCF post group, the different NiTi post was inserted using glass ionomer luting type 1. Furthermore all of tooth sample, prefabricated and fabricated, was tested by threebending point with ISO10477. The result showed that mean of NiTi post (stiffness= 115,30 N/mm; modulus elastisitas = 9,31 Gpa; flexural= 812 Gpa was higher than CFF post (stiffness = 35 N/mm; modulus elastisitas = 3,45 Gpa; flexural= 475,8 GPa; and there was significant different between prefabricated (NiTi dengan fabricated(CFF post statistically. Although composite flowable can be used as alternative of post endodontic and needs further research that is suitable with standard of post materials.

Traditsiooniliselt ja pluralistlikult / Epp Annus

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Annus, Epp, 1969-

1996-01-01

Nüpli kevadkool (seminari 'Traditsioon ja pluralism' järg põhirõhuga kirjandusloole), korraldajateks Underi ja Tuglase Kirjanduskeskus, Eesti Kirjandusmuuseum ja Tartu Ülikooli eesti kirjandusloo uurimisgrupp. Ettekanded: Loone Ots. Kuninganna jalad ehk Non sciunt, se scient. Eesti kirjandust välistudengitele; Kristi Metste. Tubli pioneer Kampmaa; Peep Ehasalu. 'Kiired' ja soomlased; Sirje Olesk. Kodu- ja väliseesti kahekõne 1950.-1960. aastatel; Marin Laak. Kriitikateos kirjandusloos : näide 1924. aastast (Valmar Adamsi arvustus Jaan Kärneri romaani 'Bianka ja Ruth' puhul); Ene-Reet Soovik. Koed, põimed ja takerdused : Ants Orase tõlkekriitikast ja -praktikast; Epp Annus. Anakroonilised võitlused romaanis 'Tõde ja õigus'; Luule Epner. Kahe 'Libahundi' vahel : draama ja teater 1960.-70ndate vahetusel, põikega proosasse; Toomas Liivamägi. Mõned vulgariseeringud (20. sajandi modernism energia jäävuse seadusest lähtudes); Toomas Muru. Paabeli torn ja Gooti katedraal; Aare Pilv. Kirjandusloolisus kui hoiak; Indrek Särg - Sven Kivisildnik. Eesti gayluule järjekordne algus; Rutt Hinrikus. Reed Morn, andekas parasiit; Kajar Pruul. Ühe kunstiteose analüüs (Sven Kivisildniku luuletus 'Eesti Nõukogude Kirjanike Liit'); Ele Süvalep. Modernist Jaan Oks

(WRFDA) for WRF non-hydrostatic mesoscale model

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Sujata Pattanayak

2018-05-22

May 22, 2018 ... Keywords. WRF-NMM; WRFDA; single observation test; eigenvalues; eigenvector; correlation; tropical .... The per- turbation variables here are defined as deviations ..... Synop, Sound, Metar, Pilot, Buoy, Ships, Airep,. Geoamv ...

Eco-Friendly (Water Melon Peels: Alternatives to Wood-based Particleboard Composites

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U. D. Idris

2011-12-01

Full Text Available The aim of this study was to investigate the suitability of using water melon peels as alternatives to wood-based particleboard composites. The water melon peels composite boards were produced by compressive moulding using recycled low density polyethylene (RLDPE as a binder. The RLDPE was varies from 30 to 70wt% with interval of 10wt%. The microstructure, water absorption(WA, thickness swelling index(TS, modulus of rupture (MOR, modulus of elasticity (MOE, internal bonding strength(IB, impact strength and wear properties of the boards were determined. The results showed that high modulus of rupture of 11.45N/mm2, MOE of 1678N/mm2, IB of 0.58N/mm2, wear rate of 0.31g were obtained from particleboard produced at 60wt%RLDPE. The uniform distribution of the water melon particles and the RLDPE in the microstructure of the composites board is the major factor responsible for the improvement in the mechanical properties. The results showed that the MOE, MOR and IB meet the minimum requirements of the European standards, for general purpose like panelling, ceiling, partitioning. Hence, water melon particles can be used as a substitute to wood-based particleboard for general purpose applications also besides being environmental friendly of using watermelon and RLDPE in production of particleboard, this alternative to wood-based particleboard is very cost-effective.

Tartu Ülikooli Raamatukogu inkunaablite kollektsioon täienes / Kaspar Kolk

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Kolk, Kaspar

2010-01-01

Kaks kaanetäidisest eraldatud trükise kaksiklehte viisid Tartu uurija prantsuse dominiiklase Petrus de Palude jutlustekogumikuni. Dr. Sven Kuttner Müncheni ülikooli raamatukogust võrdles Tartu fragmendist tehtud digikoopiat ja Müncheni ülikooli raamatukogu valduses olevat eksemplari ning andis omapoolse positiivse kinnituse. Fragment on kataloogitud Tartu e-kataloogis ESTER ja see on arvatud 49. numbri all TÜR-i inkunaablite kollektsiooni

Kontserdikaja : David Oistrahhi Festival. Öökontsert / Toomas Velmet

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Velmet, Toomas, 1942-

2004-01-01

"Europa Festiva" festivalisarja esimesel kontserdil Pärnu Eliisabeti kirikus 29. juunil esinesid rootsi flötist Anders Jonhäll, tšellist Allar Kaasik ja soome organist Markku Mäkinen. Maailmaesiettekandele tulid Erkki-Sven Tüüri "Spectrum IV" (tšellole ja orelile) ning rootsi helilooja Anders Nilssoni "Lamento - in memoriam m/s Estonia" (flöödile, tšellole ja orelile)

23. X avati Pärnu muuseumis näitus "EST-design"

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2002-01-01

Väljapanek annab ülevaate eesti tootedisaini hetkeseisust ja tutvustab eesti disaini ekspordiks loodud kaubamärki. EST-designi kontseptsiooni on välja töötanud Toivo Rande, märgi on kujundanud Sven Sõrmus. Näitusel esinevad M. Grünberg, E. Jürgenson, T. Luisk, T. Mang, G. Nahkur, A. Puuraid, M. Pärn, K. Raidmets, T. Raidmets, K. Soans, T. Vellama

Areen küsib : mis oli aasta kultuurishokk?

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2005-01-01

Positiivne ja negatiivne kultuurisündmus 2005. aastal. Küsimusele vastavad Juhan Maiste, Karin Hallas-Murula, Jaan Toomik, Toivo Raidmets, Maile Grünberg, Leo Lapin, Märt Väljataga, Berk Vaher, Sergei Stadnikov, Veljo Kaasik, Margit Mutso, Erkki-Sven Tüür, Mihkel Mutt, Kaarel Tarand, Priidu Beier, Hasso Krull, Jaan Pehk, Hendrik Luuk, Karlo Funk, Kristo Rajasaare, Andres Maimik, Priit Raud, Marianne Kõrver

Helsingi saab eestlaste disainitud pingid / Raivo Murde

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Murde, Raivo

2010-01-01

Eesti ettevõtte Frog Industrial Designi kaubamärgi Extery pingid "Klaar" võitsid Helsingi avaliku ruumi mööblikonkursi. Tooteseeria autoriteks on Martin Pärn, Edina Dufala-Pärn, Sven Sõrmus ja Pent Talvet disainibüroost Iseasi. Žürii valis Exteri toodangust välja ka teisi linnaruumis kasutatavaid elemente. Eestlaste disainitud linnamööbel on eksponeeritud Helsingi sisustusmessil Habitare

Kontserthuset Göteborg. Fredag 7. mars 1997 Stora salen

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1997-01-01

Kontserthuset Göteborg. Göteborgs Symfoniker. Chefdirigent: Neeme Järvi. Dirigent: Neeme Järvi. Kontsertmästare: Per Enoksson, Christer Thorvaldsson. Fredag 7. mars 1997 Stora salen (orange serie). Kavas: Ingvar Lidholm "Toccata e canto", Eduard Tubin Sümfoonia N 5 h-moll, Igor Stravinski "Püha kevad" Lk. 3-4: Kruckenberg, Sven: Tubin - Symfoni nr 5. Lk. 7 Neeme Järvi dirigenditööst

Titanium mesh as a low-profile alternative for tension-band augmentation in patella fracture fixation: A biomechanical study.

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Dickens, Aaron J; Salas, Christina; Rise, LeRoy; Murray-Krezan, Cristina; Taha, Mahmoud Reda; DeCoster, Thomas A; Gehlert, Rick J

2015-01-01

We performed a simple biomechanical study to compare the fixation strength of titanium mesh with traditional tension-band augmentation, which is a standard treatment for transverse patella fractures. We hypothesised that titanium mesh augmentation is not inferior in fixation strength to the standard treatment. Twenty-four synthetic patellae were tested. Twelve were fixed with stainless steel wire and parallel cannulated screws. Twelve were fixed with parallel cannulated screws, augmented with anterior titanium mesh and four screws. A custom test fixture was developed to simulate a knee flexed to 90°. A uniaxial force was applied to the simulated extensor mechanism at this angle. A non-inferiority study design was used to evaluate ultimate force required for failure of each construct as a measure of fixation strength. Stiffness of the bone/implant construct, fracture gap immediately prior to failure, and modes of failure are also reported. The mean difference in force at failure was -23.0 N (95% CI: -123.6 to 77.6N) between mesh and wire constructs, well within the pre-defined non-inferiority margin of -260 N. Mean stiffness of the mesh and wire constructs were 19.42 N/mm (95% CI: 18.57-20.27 N/mm) and 19.49 N/mm (95% CI: 18.64-20.35 N/mm), respectively. Mean gap distance for the mesh constructs immediately prior to failure was 2.11 mm (95% CI: 1.35-2.88 mm) and 3.87 mm (95% CI: 2.60-5.13 mm) for wire constructs. Titanium mesh augmentation is not inferior to tension-band wire augmentation when comparing ultimate force required for failure in this simplified biomechanical model. Results also indicate that stiffness of the two constructs is similar but that the mesh maintains a smaller fracture gap prior to failure. The results of this study indicate that the use of titanium mesh plating augmentation as a low-profile alternative to tension-band wiring for fixation of transverse patella fractures warrants further investigation. Copyright © 2015 Elsevier Ltd. All

KUALITAS AKUSTIK PANEL DINDING BERBAHAN BAKU JERAMI

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Christina E. Mediastika

2008-01-01

Full Text Available A series of study to explore possibility in using paddy-straw as main material to construct cheap and high quality panels has been developed. Prior to this study, laboratory research to examine strength of compression and tensile of the panels have been conducted, which is showed a significant value for a non-structural panel. The compression is 15 N/mm2 and tensile averaged at 0,5 N/mm2 . In this study, acoustic properties of the panels is to be examined, i.e.: transmission loss (TL, absorption coefficient (, and reverberation time (RT60. The test showed TL of 10 dB and 16 dB,  of 0,4 and 0,8 and improve RT60 from 0,88 sec to 0,35 sec and 0,16 sec (500 Hz is used for reference. Abstract in Bahasa Indonesia: Ketersediaan panel pelapis dinding yang bersifat akustik dengan harga yang lebih terjangkau seperti yang terbuat dari bahan limbah sangatlah penting. Pada penelitian awal telah diselidiki penggunaan jerami sebagai bahan baku pembuatan panel akustik, sekaligus telah dilakukan pengujian terhadap kareakteristik struktural (uji desak dan lentur dari panel tersebut. Dari uji kekuatan struktural, panel memiliki kekuatan desak mencapai 15 N/mm2 dan kuat lentur reta-rata 0,5 N/mm2. Kekuatan ini dianggap mencukupi bagi panel non-struktural yang hanya bertugas untuk memikul beban sendiri. Oleh karena tujuan awal pembuatan panel adalah untuk kepentingan akustik, maka pada penelitian lanjutan, dilakukan uji laboratorium dan lapangan untuk melihat karakterisktik akustiknya. Adapun pengujian meliputi: redaman/insulasi (TL, koefisien serap ( dan waktu dengung (RT60. Dari hasil pengujian, panel mempunyai TL 10 dB dan 16 dB,  0,4 dan 0,8, serta mampu memperbaiki RT60 ruangan dari 0,88 detik menjadi 0,35 detik dan 0,16 detik. Kesemua pengujian menggunakan band frekuensi 500 Hz sebagai acuan. Kata kunci: panel jerami, insulasi, koefisien serap, waktu dengung.

Anodically generated manganese(III) sulphate for the oxidation of ...

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oxidation of dipeptides in aqueous sulphuric acid medium: A kinetic study ... acetic acid (TFA) and N-methylmorpholine (NMM) were purchased ... and chloroform–methanol– acetic acid .... tion), manganese(II) sulphate and water (to keep the.

Features associated with the development of non-motor manifestations in Parkinson's disease Factores asociados con el desarrollo de complicaciones no motoras en la enfermedad de Parkinson

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Carlos Juri

2008-03-01

Full Text Available Parkinson's disease (PD is a neurodegenerative disorder, predominantly characterized by the presence of motor symptoms. However, the non motor manifestations (NMM are a frequent complaint in the PD patients. There is a lack of information about the risk factors associated with the NMM in these patients. The aim of this study is to evaluate the prevalence of the more common NMM in a population of PD patients and to determine the features associated with its development. We studied 124 ambulatory PD patients. NMM were defined by the presence of neuropsychiatric manifestations, cognitive disorder, autonomic dysfunction or sleep related problems. In a multivariate analysis we found that the years of evolution of the PD and the presence of cognitive dysfunction are the risk factors for the neuropsychiatric and autonomic manifestations, whereas axial impairment is a risk factor for cognitive disorders and dyskinesias is for sleep related problems. In conclusion, this study shows that the features related to the PD progression appear as the main risk factors associated with NMM.La enfermedad de Parkinson (EP es un trastorno neurodegenerativo, caracterizado predominan-temente por la presencia de síntomas motores. No obstante, la presencia de manifestaciones no motoras (MNN son frecuentes en los pacientes con EP. Existe escasa información sobre los factores de riesgo asociados con la aparición de MNN en dichos pacientes. El objetivo de este estudio fue evaluar la prevalencia de las MNN más comunes en una población de pacientes portadores de EP y determinar los factores de riesgo asociados con su aparición. Estudiamos 124 pacientes portadores de EP atendidos en forma ambulatoria. La presencia de MNN fue definida por la aparición de manifestaciones neuropsiquiátricas, trastorno cognitivo, disfunción autonómica o alteraciones del sueño. En el análisis multivariado encontramos que los años de evolución de la EP y la presencia de disfunci

Anatomic suture anchor versus the Broström technique for anterior talofibular ligament repair: a biomechanical comparison.

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Waldrop, Norman E; Wijdicks, Coen A; Jansson, Kyle S; LaPrade, Robert F; Clanton, Thomas O

2012-11-01

Despite the popularity of the Broström procedure for secondary repair of chronic lateral ankle instability, there have been no biomechanical studies reporting on the strength of this secondary repair method, whether using suture fixation or suture anchors. The purpose of our study was to perform a biomechanical comparison of the ultimate load to failure and stiffness of the traditional Broström technique using only a suture repair compared with a suture anchor repair of the anterior talofibular ligament (ATFL) at time zero. We believed that fixation strength of the suture anchor repair would be closer to the strength of the native ligament and allow more aggressive rehabilitation. Controlled laboratory study. Twenty-four fresh-frozen cadaveric ankles were randomly divided into 4 groups of 6 specimens. One group was an intact control group, and the other groups consisted of the traditional Broström and 2 suture anchor modifications (suture anchors in talus or fibula) of the Broström procedure. The specimens were loaded to failure to determine the strength and stiffness of each construct. In load-to-failure testing, ultimate failure loads of the Broström (68.2 ± 27.8 N; P = .013), suture anchor fibula (79.2 ± 34.3 N; P = .037), and suture anchor talus (75.3 ± 45.6 N; P = .027) repairs were significantly lower than that of the intact (160.9 ± 72.2 N) ATFL group. Stiffness of the Broström (6.0 ± 2.5 N/mm; P = .02), suture anchor fibula (6.8 N/mm ± 2.7; P = .05), and suture anchor talus (6.6 N/mm ± 4.0; P = .04) repairs were significantly lower than that of the intact (12.4 N/mm ± 4.1 N/mm) ATFL group. The 3 repair groups were not significantly different from each other, but all 3 were substantially lower in strength and stiffness when compared to the intact ATFL. The use of suture anchors to repair the ATFL produces a repair that can withstand loads to failure similar to the suture-only Broström repair. However, all 3 repair groups were much weaker than

Mechanical design of experimental apparatus for FIREX cryo-target cooling

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Iwamoto, A.; Norimatsu, T.; Nakai, M.; Sakagami, H.; Fujioka, S.; Shiraga, H.; Azechi, H.

2016-05-01

Mechanical design of an experimental apparatus for FIREX cryo-target cooling is described. Gaseous helium (GHe) sealing system at a cryogenic environment is an important issue for laser fusion experiments. The dedicated loading system was designed for a metal gasket. We take U-TIGHTSEAL® (Usui Kokusai Sangyo Kaisha. Ltd.) with an indium plated copper jacket as an example. According to its specification, a linear load of 110 N/m along its circumference is the optimum compression; however a lower load would still maintain helium (He) leak below the required level. Its sealing performance was investigated systematically. Our system demanded 27 N/mm of the load to keep He leak tightness in a cryogenic environment. Once leak tightness was obtained, it could be reduced to 9.5 N/mm.

Determination of Some Mechanical Properties of Almond Seed Related to Design of Food Processing Machines

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M. O. Sunmonu

2015-06-01

Full Text Available In this study, some selected mechanical properties of red and white varieties of Almond seeds grown in Nigeria were determined using Testometric M500 – 100AT machine. The fracture force, compressive strength, deformation at yield for red varieties were 2679.40 ± 580.29 N, 408.70 ± 41.90 N/mm2 and 7.03 ± 0.65 mm respectively. The values obtained for the white varieties were 2843.90 ± 330.22 N, 396.20 ± 49.40 N/mm2, and 7.27 ± 0.46 mm. The determined engineering properties are vital for the design of postharvest handling and processing systems for Almond seeds as statistical test showed that there are significant differences (at 5% level between the engineering properties of the two seeds studied.

modeling grinding modeling grinding processes as micro processes

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industrial precision grinding processes are cylindrical, center less and ... Several model shave been proposed and used to study grinding ..... grinding force for the two cases were 9.07237N/mm ..... International Journal of Machine Tools &.

Juhatuse liikme volituste lõppemine / Jana Shipova, Sven Papp

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Shipova, Jana

2007-01-01

Juhatuse liikme ja äriühingu vahelise õigussuhte olemusest, esindusõiguse tekkimisest ja juhatuse liikme kohta tehtud äriregistri kande tähendusest. Sise- ja välissuhte lõppemisega seotud probleemidest ja nende lahendustest Eesti Riigikohtu seisukohtade põhjal

More than Twenty Years of Svensén's Handbook

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Pálfi, Loránd-Levente

2010-01-01

The number of real handbooks dealing with lexicography and metalexicography is not, and has never been, impressive. When one looks at comprehensive handbooks and in addition those brought up to date, the number becomes even smaller. Because of this, but also because it has existed for more than 20...

EKÜL VII Foorum = VII Forum SKTE / Sven Lillepalu

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Lillepalu, Sven

2004-01-01

7. oktoobril toimus hotell Olümpia Alfa saalis EKÜL VII foorum. Ettekanded puudutasid järgmisi teemasid: korteriühistu remondi planeerimine, finantseerimine, nõuanded korteriühistuid puudutava seadusandluse kohta. Vt. samas: Eesti Korteriühistute VII Foorumi avalik pöördumine Eesti Vabariigi Valitsuse, Eesti Vabariigi Riigikogu, Eesti Vabariigi Presidendi poole lk. 9, 39

Õ, ehk, Loovtöötaja kottimine / Sven =Kivisildnik

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Kivisildnik, Sven, pseud., 1964-

2001-01-01

Arvustus: Sinijärv, Karl Martin. Towntown & 28 : viies rühm poeese. Tallinn : Varrak, 1999 ; Sinijärv, Karl Martin. Sobimus. Tallinn : Artmiks, 1999 ; Neid vigu me ei korda / Asko Künnap, Jürgen Rooste, Karl Martin Sinijärv. Tallinn : Näo Kirik, 2000

Sven Tarp, Department of Afrikaans and Dutch, University of ...

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Lexikos 25 (AFRILEX-reeks/series 25: 2015): 403-423. Preparing ... will focus on the philosophy behind the overall dictionary concept, the methods applied to .... advertising, this dictionary "has over 35,000 words, phrases, and meanings, and.

Teist korda kodus kodus käimas / Sven Karja

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Karja, Sven, 1968-

1999-01-01

Harold Pinteri "Kojutulek" Tallinna Linnateatris, lavastaja Andres Noormets, kunstnik Aime Unt, osades Ago Roo, Marko Matvere, Andres Raag, Allan Noormets, Jaan Tätte, Triinu Meriste. Esietendus 24. märtsil

Musta notsu mäng maailma finantsturgudel / Sven Meimer

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Meimer, Sven

2007-01-01

Maailmas on tekkinud äri, kus laenu jagatakse sisuliselt laenuvõimetutele isikutele (USA-s tuntud nime all sub-prime) ning tekitatakse keerulisi laenusaajaid ja finantsettevõtteid raskustesse viivaid garantiiskeeme

Control of Vascular Streak Dieback Disease of Cocoa with Flutriafol Fungicides

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Febrilia Nur'aini

2014-12-01

Full Text Available Vascular streak dieback caused by the fungus Oncobasidium theobromae is one of the important diseases in cocoa crop in Indonesia. One approach to control the disease is by using fungicides. The aim of this research was to determine the effect of class triazole fungicides to the intensity of the vascular streak dieback disease on cocoa seedling phase, immature and mature cocoa. Experiments were conducted in Kotta Blater, PTPN XII and Kaliwining, Indonesian  Coffee and Cocoa Research Institute. Flutriafol 250 g/l with a concentration 0,05%, 0,1% and 0,15% foliar sprayed on cocoa seedlings, immature and mature cocoa. Active compound combination of Azoxystrobin and Difenoconazole with 0,1% concentration used as a comparation fungicides. The result showed that Flutriafol with 0,05%, 0,1% and 0,15% concentration and Azoxystrobin & Difenoconazol with 0,1% concentration could suppress the vascular streak dieback disease on seedlings. On immature plants, the application of Flutriafol was not effectively suppress the vascular streak dieback disease whereas the fungicide comparison could suppress with the efficacy level of 46.22%. On mature plants,both of fungicides could not suppress the vascular streak dieback disease. Key words: Fungicide, cocoa, vascular streak dieback, triazole, flutriafol, azoxystrobin+difenoconazol

Svag analys ger allt för långtgående konsekvenser

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Thinggaard, Frank; Nilsson, Sven-Arne

2007-01-01

I IASB:s diskussionsrapport om möjliga värderingsgrunder vid första redovisningstillfället föreslås att tillgångar och skulder värderas till verkligt värde. I Balans 3/2007 redogjorde Frank Thinggaard och Sven-Arne Nilsson för kriterierna och tillvägagångssättet vid prövningen av relevans. I denn...

Siim Nestor soovitab : Eclectica / Siim Nestor

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Nestor, Siim, 1974-

2005-01-01

Nu-weird-folk tähe Kago albumiesitlus 2. sept. Lutsu teatrimajas, Tõnis Mäe ja Chalice'i ühiskontsert H. Treffneri gümnaasiumi hoovilaval, rockkontsert Toomemäel ja elektromuusikaöö "Phennophobia" Sadamateatris 2. sept., EuRoClAsH.CoM&Samizdad - elektomuusikaöö 3. sept. Sadamateatris ja Sven Grünbergi kontsert 4. sept. Peetri kirikus (kaastegev Kiwa) avangard-festivali Eclectica raames Tartus

Eesti tervishoiu häda : maksavad ainult töötavad elanikud / Jarno Habicht

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Habicht, Jarno, 1976-

2005-01-01

Autor püüab leida vastust küsimusele, kust leida lisaraha Eesti tervishoiu rahastamiseks. Probleemiks on pensionärid, kes on kõik ravikindlustatud, kuid kelle eest ei tasu keegi ravikindlustusmaksu. Diagramm: Ravikuludest 2/3 kulub 10 protsendile patsientidele. Vt. samas: Küsimusele vastavad Eesti Pensionäride Ühenduse esimees Sven Pärn, Tartu Ülikooli sotsiaalpoliitika dotsent Jüri Kõre ja Sotsiaalministeeriumi abiminister Külvar Mand

Uudised : Tüüri esiettekanne Frankfurdis. Corelli Musicult "Jõulud mõisas"

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2006-01-01

22., 23. ja 24. nov. Frankfurdi Alte Operis esiettekandele tulevast Erkki-Sven Tüüri uuest "Klaverikontserdist". Eesti-Tšiili trio Raivo Tafenau - Meelis Vind - Ricardo Padilla kontsertidest sarja "Mõisaromantika" raames 25. nov. Taagepera lossis Valgamaal, 26. nov. Tõstamaa mõisas Pärnumaal ja 16. dets. Vihterpalu mõisas Harjumaal. Hans Neuenfelsi lavastatud Mozarti ooperist "Idemeneo" Deutsche Operis Berliinis. Inglise ansambli Procol Harumi hiti "A Whiter Shade of Pale" autoriõigustest

The influence of gamma radiation on HDPE properties for tibial tray

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Sulistioso, G.S.; Dewi, R.K.; Maria, C.P.; Nada, M.

2012-01-01

A research on HDPE as tibial tray in total knee joint replacement surgery has been done. The aims of this research were to characterize the influence of gamma radiation on chemical, and mechanical properties on HDPE is made by using hot press method then irradiated with various doses of gamma rays of 0 kGy, 25 kGy, 50 kGy, 75 kGy, 100 kGy, 125 kGy, and 150 kGy at a dose rate 9 kGy/h. The irradiated HDPE were tested for their chemical, and mechanical properties. The chemical properties test, involve crosslinking and free radicals. The mechanical properties test, involve hardness, tensile strength, and elongation at break. The results showed that gamma radiation from IRKA IV th category can enhance the, chemical properties of HDPE in terms of percentage and number of radical crosslinking and mechanical properties of HDPE in terms of hardness, tensile strength and elongation at break with different changes from the initial state before radiation also the optimum dose to obtain better physical, chemical, and mechanical properties of HDPE, crosslinking percentage at 99.71%; height of radical peroxide curve at 13 cm; hardness (shore A) at 94.33; modulus of elasticity at 1113.03 N/mm 2 ; yield stress at 26.38 N/mm 2 ; tensile strength at 31.11 N/mm 2 ; and elongation at break at 440.37%, so that HDPE can be used as tibial tray. (author)

Force and stiffness characteristics of superconducting bearing prototype

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Matveev, V.; Nizhelskiy, N.; Poluschenko, O.

2004-01-01

The radial-axial superconducting bearing prototype was designed, fabricated and tested. The YBaCuO high-temperature superconducting (HTS) monodomain disks diameter 28 mm and thickness of h = 4; 6; 8; 10 mm, capable to trap magnetic field 1 T, were fabricated to be employed in bearing prototype. Force interaction of single field cooled HTS disks with NdFeB magnets depending on disk thickness under 1 mm magnet air gap was studied. It was found that the increase in disk thickness results in reducing radial stiffness and in growing axial one. The results obtained were used for optimization of HTS-PM arrangement, and for developing the bearing design. The designed bearing incorporates a rotor with 7 HTS disks of 4 mm thickness, total mass 90 g, and stator with two pairs of permanent annular magnets of NdFeB. It is established that the force-displacement dependencies of the bearing have three zones: non-hysteresis (elastic) zone with high stiffness up to 560 N/mm; zone of elastic interaction with stiffness 190 N/mm; hysteretic zone with stiffness 150 N/mm in which a rotor residual displacement being observed after unloading. The outer bearing diameter is 130 mm, thickness 30 mm, and mass 1.8 kg. The maximal radial load capacity of the bearing is 190 N at the rotor displacement of 1.3 mm, and the maximal axial load capacity is 85 N at the displacement of 1 mm

Objective neuromuscular monitoring of neuromuscular blockade in Denmark

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Söderström, C M; Eskildsen, K Z; Gätke, M R

2017-01-01

BACKGROUND: Neuromuscular blocking agents are commonly used during general anaesthesia but can lead to postoperative residual neuromuscular blockade and associated morbidity. With appropriate objective neuromuscular monitoring (objNMM) residual blockade can be avoided. In this survey, we investig...

the effect of ceramic waste as coarse aggregate on strength

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1,2 DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING, UNIVERSITY OF ... The compressive strength at 90 days curing age for the control sample was 24.67 N/mm2. ... wastes has become one of the most pressing issues of our.

Comparison of some indigenous bacterial strains of pseudomonas ssp. for production of biosurfactants

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Sahafeeq, M.; Kokub, D.; Khalid, Z.M.; Malik, K.A.

1991-01-01

Some indigenous pseudomonas spp. were found to have the ability of emulsification, lowering the surface and interfacial tensions, and formation of high reciprocal CMCs. Six strains of Pseudomonas spp were compared for biosurfactant production grown on hexadecane. Supernatant from whole culture broth of these strains could lower surface tension from 65 mN/m to 28-32 nM/m, interfacial tension from 40 nM/m to 1-3 mN/m and had high reciprocal CMCs. When compared for emulsification ability by the culture broth of these strains, the emulsification index (E24) was found to range between 60-65. Biosurfactant containing culture broth of some strains could retain the property up to 80 C, pH of 13 and sodium chloride concentration for 17% which indicates their possible role in some depleted oil well. (author)

Figuur teeb võidukäiku / Krista Piirimäe

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Piirimäe, Krista, 1946-

2006-01-01

Tartu kunstnike aastalõpunäitus Tartu Kunstimajas kuni 22. I. Näituse on kujundanud Maris Palgi ja Rauno Moss. Jaan Punga, Sven Saagi, Albert Gulki, Markus Kasemaa, Saskia Kasemaa, Rauno Mossi, Meiu Mündi, Külli Kalde, Anne Vasara, Piret Mihkelseni, Priit Pajose, Harri Puderselli, Imat Suumanni, Eda Lõhmuse, Sütevaka Andrese, Tiit Tamme, Helle Vahersalu, Malev Toome, Jass Kaselaane, Jaan Luige, Tõnis Paberiti ja Ahti Seppeti töödest

Seks korraks kõik: 15. PÖFF sai läbi, "Eesti film 100" ootab ees

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2011-01-01

15. Pimedate Ööde Filmifestivali võitjatest. Parim Euraasia film "Lihtne elu" (režissöör Ann Hui, Hiina), parim režissöör Lynne Ramsay "Me peame Kevinist rääkima" (Suurbritannia), parim meeesnäitleja Sven Nordin filmist "Norra pojad", parim naisnäitleja Deanie Ip filmist "Lihne elu". Elutööauhinnad said Rein Raamat, Rein Maran, Fridrik Thor Fridriksson ja Aleksandr Sokurov

Konserthuset Göteborg - 21. oktober 1995 kl. 15.00 Stora Salen. I avslutning till Estival 95 Estniska Kulturdagar i Göteborg : [kontserdi kava

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1995-01-01

Erkki-Sven Tüür: Insula deserta für strakorkester W. A. Mozart: vesperae solennes de confessore K 339; Eduard Tubin: Piano concertino; L. v. Beethoven: Fantasi c-moll för piano, kör och orkester, op. 80. Göteborger Symphoniker, dirigent Neeme Järvi. Solister: Vardo Rumessen, piano; Kaia Urb, sopran; Riina Airenne, mezzosopran; Mati Kõrts, tenor; Uku Joller, bas. Estniska Gosskören, Venno Laul. Esinejate lühitutvustus

Uudiseid maailmast / Nele-Eva Steinfeld

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Steinfeld, Nele-Eva

2012-01-01

Lühisõnumeid muusikamaailmast: Paavo Järvi ordeni Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Letters kavaler. Esa-Pekka Salonen pälvis Grawemeyeri auhinna. Suri Montserrat Figueras. Inglise plaadifirma EMI oksjonil. Erkki-Sven Tüüri värske teos "Flamma". Sibeliuse Kaheksanda sümfoonia visandid. Helsingi Musiikkitalo juhid lahkusid ametist. Anne-Sophie Mutteri 35 aastat lavateed ja Gustav Adolfi preemia. Norwegian Air plaanib keelata tšellode transpordi lunnukikabiinis jne.

Femtosecond laser based small incision lenticule extraction for moderate and high myopia

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Hjortdal, Jesper Østergaard; Asp, Sven; Ivarsen, Anders

Femtosecond laser based small incision lenticule extraction for moderate and high myopia. Jesper Hjortdal, Sven Asp, Anders Ivarsen, Anders Vestergaard Department of Ophthalmology, Aarhus University Hospital, Denmark Purpose: ReLEx® smile is a new keratorefractive procedure whereby a stromal lent....... Refractive predictability, safety and patient satisfaction at 3 months seems equal to ReLEx flex and FS-LASIK. Optimizing laser energy settings and surgeon experience is important to minimize initial inferior results....

Kohastumus eluks vee ääres / Laura Kuusk

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Kuusk, Laura, 1982-

2007-01-01

4. "Ars Baltica" fototriennaal Kumu Kunstimuuseumis kuni 30. IX. Tellervo Kalleineni ja Oliver Kochta-Kalleineni, Alexander Vaindorfi, Coloneli (Thierry Geoffroy) ja Khaled D. Ramadani, Kaspars Goba, Tanja Nellemann Poulseni, Katrin Teesi, Anu Pennaneni, Petra Baueri, Talleiv Taro Manumi (sünd. 1968 Jaapanis, elab Norras), Olga Tshernõsheva, Kristina Inciuraite, Julita Wojciki, Sven Johne, Anna Baumgarti, Arturas Valiauga ja duo J&K (Janne Schäfer, Kristine Agergaard) töödest

Economic Development through Globalisation in Nigeria : An analysis of Shell & the IMF Structural Adjustment Programs

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Bokhari, Sven; Del Duca, Fabrizio

2008-01-01

Date: 2008/06/03 Level: Master thesis in International Business and Entrepreneurship, 10p (15ECTS) Authors: Sven Bokhari Fabrizio Del Duca Title: Economic Development through globalisation in Nigeria. An analysis of Shell & the IMF Structural Adjustment Programs Tutor: Leif Linnskog, Ph.D. Research Question: Can globalisation be seen as positive or negative for the Economic Development of Nigeria? A focus on Shell and the International Monetary Fund Research Issue: Globalisation in its cu...

Põhjamaade aiatrendid / Karin Truverk

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Truverk, Karin

2007-01-01

2007. a. märtsis Stockholmis toimunud aiandusmessist Nordiska Trädgardar, mille põhiteemad olid Karl von Linne (1707-1778) ning elu sügis - surm. Rõdude ja kalmude kujundamise võistlusest, kunstnik Stina Sandbergi tööst "Rõõmus surnuaed". 2007. a. püsililleks valiti roog-sinihelmikas, 2006. a. aiaraamatuks Lotte Mölleri teos rootsi maastikuarhitektidest Per Fribergist, Gunnar Martinsonist ja Sven-Ingvar Andersonist "Kolm meistrit, kolm aeda"

Influence of Abutment Design on Stiffness, Strength, and Failure of Implant-Supported Monolithic Resin Nano Ceramic (RNC) Crowns.

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Joda, Tim; Huber, Samuel; Bürki, Alexander; Zysset, Philippe; Brägger, Urs

2015-12-01

Recent technical development allows the digital manufacturing of monolithic reconstructions with high-performance materials. For implant-supported crowns, the fixation requires an abutment design onto which the reconstruction can be bonded. The aim of this laboratory investigation was to analyze stiffness, strength, and failure modes of implant-supported, computer-assisted design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM)-generated resin nano ceramic (RNC) crowns bonded to three different titanium abutments. Eighteen monolithic RNC crowns were produced and loaded in a universal testing machine under quasi-static condition according to DIN ISO 14801. With regard to the type of titanium abutment, three groups were defined: (1) prefabricated cementable standard; (2) CAD/CAM-constructed individualized; and (3) novel prefabricated bonding base. Stiffness and strength were measured and analyzed statistically with Wilcoxon rank sum test. Sections of the specimens were examined microscopically. Stiffness demonstrated high stability for all specimens loaded in the physiological loading range with means and standard deviations of 1,579 ± 120 N/mm (group A), 1,733 ± 89 N/mm (group B), and 1,704 ± 162 N/mm (group C). Mean strength of the novel prefabricated bonding base (group C) was 17% lower than of the two other groups. Plastic deformations were detectable for all implant-abutment crown connections. Monolithic implant crowns made of RNC seem to represent a feasible and stable prosthetic construction under laboratory testing conditions with strength higher than the average occlusal force, independent of the different abutment designs used in this investigation. © 2014 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.

Controlling retention, selectivity and magnitude of EOF by segmented monolithic columns consisting of octadecyl and naphthyl monolithic segments--applications to RP-CEC of both neutral and charged solutes.

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Karenga, Samuel; El Rassi, Ziad

2011-04-01

Monolithic capillaries made of two adjoining segments each filled with a different monolith were introduced for the control and manipulation of the electroosmotic flow (EOF), retention and selectivity in reversed phase-capillary electrochromatography (RP-CEC). These columns were called segmented monolithic columns (SMCs) where one segment was filled with a naphthyl methacrylate monolith (NMM) to provide hydrophobic and π-interactions, while the other segment was filled with an octadecyl acrylate monolith (ODM) to provide solely hydrophobic interaction. The ODM segment not only provided hydrophobic interactions but also functioned as the EOF accelerator segment. The average EOF of the SMC increased linearly with increasing the fractional length of the ODM segment. The neutral SMC provided a convenient way for tuning EOF, selectivity and retention in the absence of annoying electrostatic interactions and irreversible solute adsorption. The SMCs allowed the separation of a wide range of neutral solutes including polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) that are difficult to separate using conventional alkyl-bonded stationary phases. In all cases, the k' of a given solute was a linear function of the fractional length of the ODM or NMM segment in the SMCs, thus facilitating the tailoring of a given SMC to solve a given separation problem. At some ODM fractional length, the fabricated SMC allowed the separation of charged solutes such as peptides and proteins that could not otherwise be achieved on a monolithic column made from NMM as an isotropic stationary phase due to the lower EOF exhibited by this monolith. Copyright © 2011 WILEY-VCH Verlag GmbH & Co. KGaA, Weinheim.

Investigation of the Rock Fragmentation Process by a Single TBM Cutter Using a Voronoi Element-Based Numerical Manifold Method

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Liu, Quansheng; Jiang, Yalong; Wu, Zhijun; Xu, Xiangyu; Liu, Qi

2018-04-01

In this study, a two-dimensional Voronoi element-based numerical manifold method (VE-NMM) is developed to analyze the granite fragmentation process by a single tunnel boring machine (TBM) cutter under different confining stresses. A Voronoi tessellation technique is adopted to generate the polygonal grain assemblage to approximate the microstructure of granite sample from the Gubei colliery of Huainan mining area in China. A modified interface contact model with cohesion and tensile strength is embedded into the numerical manifold method (NMM) to interpret the interactions between the rock grains. Numerical uniaxial compression and Brazilian splitting tests are first conducted to calibrate and validate the VE-NMM models based on the laboratory experiment results using a trial-and-error method. On this basis, numerical simulations of rock fragmentation by a single TBM cutter are conducted. The simulated crack initiation and propagation process as well as the indentation load-penetration depth behaviors in the numerical models accurately predict the laboratory indentation test results. The influence of confining stress on rock fragmentation is also investigated. Simulation results show that radial tensile cracks are more likely to be generated under a low confining stress, eventually coalescing into a major fracture along the loading axis. However, with the increase in confining stress, more side cracks initiate and coalesce, resulting in the formation of rock chips at the upper surface of the model. In addition, the peak indentation load also increases with the increasing confining stress, indicating that a higher thrust force is usually needed during the TBM boring process in deep tunnels.

Karakteristik Edible Film dari Pati Kentang (Solanum Tuberosum L. dengan Penambahan Gliserol

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2017-12-01

Full Text Available Edible film is a thin layer that serve as the packaging or upholstery as well as food that can be eaten with a product. It is packaged and can be degraded by nature. Potato starch can be used as raw material in manufacturing edible film, in which the addition of glycerol is needed as a plasticizer that function to improve the elasticity of the edible film. The goal of the research is to know the influence of glycerol concentration variation against the characteristics of edible film of starch potatoes (Solanum tuberosum L. the parameters examined in this study i.e the physical test that includes a test of strong thickness, tensile test and present enlargement, test the solubility and organoleptic. To help figure out the data obtained in the real effect or not, is done using the SPSS Analysis Variant 1 direction or one-way ANOVA. Characteristics of edible film from potato starch with addition of glycerol with a concentration of 20%, 30% and 40% (v/v to the value of the thickness of consecutive 0,058 mm, 0,062 mm and 0,071mm. The value of the tensile strengh i.e 0,75 N/mm2, 0,69 N/mm2 and 0,35 N/mm2. The value obtained by elongation percent 4,96%, 9,04% and 9,51% where as the value of solubility is obtained that is 19%, 21,4% and 34,6%. Application of edible films from potato starch as the packaging on candy jelly can be acceptedas alternative packaging material for food.

Vibration crack corrosion behavior and failure mechanisms of highly alloyed duplex steels in steam turbine rotor blades

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Wunderlich, R.

1991-01-01

The aim was to test the new duplex steel X3CrMnNiMoN 25 6 4 (A905) for its suitability as a steam turbine rotor blade material. Due to the increased proportion of manganese and nitrogen, compared to A903, in this duplex steel in the solution annealed state, an elastic limit of about 600 N/mm 2 acceptable for steam turbine rotor blades was reached. A micro-duplex structure (recrystallized secondary structure) consisting of 50% each of ferrite and Austenite proved to be the optimum structure composition. To measure the SwRK behaviour, Woehler curves were produced in media containing corrosive NaCl. The mean stress was 250 N/mm 2 , partly 350 N/mm 2 . The maximum duration of the test was given as 3 x 10 7 load cycles at a frequency of 50 Hz. The experimental time was partly extended to 5 x 10 7 load cycles. In order to guarantee as realistic a test as possible, the Sw RK tests took place in aqueous NaCl solution saturated with air. To correspond to envorinmental conditions in actual operation, the electrolyte temperature was varied between 80deg and 150deg C, the Na Cl concentration of the solution was varied between very dilute (0.01 M) and nearly saturated (22%) and the pH value was varied between pH 8 and pH 3. Accompanying passive oxide layer investigations should give information on the thickness and morphology of the layers formed. (orig./MM) [de

The effect of eccentric and concentric calf muscle training on Achilles tendon stiffness.

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Morrissey, Dylan; Roskilly, Anna; Twycross-Lewis, Richard; Isinkaye, Tomide; Screen, Hazel; Woledge, Roger; Bader, Dan

2011-03-01

To compare in vivo effects of eccentric and concentric calf muscle training on Achilles tendon stiffness, in subjects without tendinopathy. Thirty-eight recreational athletes completed 6 weeks eccentric (6 males, 13 females, 21.6  ±  2.2 years) or concentric training (8 males, 11 females, 21.1  ±  2.0 years). Achilles tendon stiffness, tendon modulus and single-leg jump height were measured before and after intervention. Exercise adherence was recorded using a diary. All data are reported as mean  ±  SD. Groups were matched for height and weight but the eccentric training group were more active at baseline (P Tendon stiffness was higher in the eccentrically trained group at baseline compared to the concentrically trained group (20.9  ±  7.3 N/mm v 13.38  ±  4.66 N/mm; P = 0.001) and decreased significantly after eccentric training (to 17.2 ( ±  5.9) N/mm (P = 0.035)). There was no stiffness change in the concentric group (P = 0.405). Stiffness modulus showed similar changes to stiffness. An inverse correlation was found between initial, and subsequent, reduction in stiffness (r = -0.66). Jump height did not change and no correlation between stiffness change and adherence was observed in either group (r = 0.01). Six weeks of eccentric training can alter Achilles tendon stiffness while a matched concentric programme shows no similar effects. Studies in patients with Achilles tendinopathy are warranted.

Biomechanical evaluation of a single-row versus double-row repair for complete subscapularis tears.

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Wellmann, Mathias; Wiebringhaus, Philipp; Lodde, Ina; Waizy, Hazibullah; Becher, Christoph; Raschke, Michael J; Petersen, Wolf

2009-12-01

The purpose of the study was to compare a single-row repair and a double-row repair technique for the specific characteristics of a complete subscapularis lesion. Ten pairs of human cadaveric shoulder human shoulder specimens were tested for stiffness and ultimate tensile strength of the intact tendons in a load to failure protocol. After a complete subscapularis tear was provoked, the specimens were assigned to two treatment groups: single-row repair (1) and a double-row repair using a "suture bridge" technique (2). After repair cyclic loading a subsequent load to failure protocol was performed to determine the ultimate tensile load, the stiffness and the elongation behaviour of the reconstructions. The intact subscapularis tendons had a mean stiffness of 115 N/mm and a mean ultimate load of 720 N. The predominant failure mode of the intact tendons was a tear at the humeral insertion site (65%). The double-row technique restored 48% of the ultimate load of the intact tendons (332 N), while the single-row technique revealed a significantly lower ultimate load of 244 N (P = 0.001). In terms of the stiffness, the double-row technique showed a mean stiffness of 81 N/mm which is significantly higher compared to the stiffness of the single-row repairs of 55 N/mm (P = 0.001). The double-row technique has been shown to be stronger and stiffer when compared to a conventional single-row repair. Therefore, this technique is recommended from a biomechanical point of view irrespectively if performed by an open or arthroscopic approach.

A unique combination of infrared and microwave radiation accelerates wound healing.

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Schramm, J Mark; Warner, Dave; Hardesty, Robert A; Oberg, Kerby C

2003-01-01

Light or electromagnetic radiation has been reported to enhance wound healing. The use of selected spectra, including infrared and microwave, has been described; however, no studies to date have examined the potential benefit of combining these spectra. In this study, a device that emits electromagnetic radiation across both the infrared and microwave ranges was used. To test the effects of this unique electromagnetic radiation spectrum on wound healing, two clinically relevant wound-healing models (i.e., tensile strength of simple incisions and survival of McFarlane flaps) were selected. After the creation of a simple full-thickness incision (n = 35 rats) or a caudally based McFarlane flap (n = 33 rats), animals were randomly assigned to one of three treatment groups: untreated control, infrared, or combined electromagnetic radiation. Treatment was administered for 30 minutes, twice daily for 18 days in animals with simple incisions, and 15 days in animals with McFarlane flaps. The wound area or flap was harvested and analyzed, blinded to the treatment regimens. A p value of less than 0.05 obtained by analysis of variance was considered to be statistically significant. Animals receiving combined electromagnetic radiation demonstrated increased tensile strength (2.62 N/mm2) compared with animals receiving infrared radiation (2.36 N/mm2) or untreated controls (1.73 N/mm2, p radiation had increased flap survival (78.0 percent) compared with animals receiving infrared radiation (69.7 percent) and untreated controls (63.1 percent, p radiation provided a distinct advantage in wound healing that might augment current treatment regimens.

Snježana Malić-Limari, MSc in Natural Sciences

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Sven Jelaska

2010-06-01

Full Text Available Snježana Malić-Limari successfully defended her Master’s thesis Evaluation of Medvednica Nature Park with Respect to Land Cover, Landform and Visitor System at the Faculty of Science of the University of Zagreb on November 23, 2009. The Master’s thesis was evaluated by the following Committee: Prof. Dr. Božena Mitić, Assist. Prof. Dr. Sven Jelaska (mentor and Prof. Dr. Sanja Tišma, Institute for International Relations.

Blue Sky Ideas in Artificial Intelligence Education from the EAAI 2017 New and Future AI Educator Program

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Eaton, Eric; Koenig, Sven; Schulz, Claudia; Maurelli, Francesco; Lee, John; Eckroth, Joshua; Crowley, Mark; Freedman, Richard G.; Cardona-Rivera, Rogelio E.; Machado, Tiago; Williams, Tom

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The 7th Symposium on Educational Advances in Artificial Intelligence (EAAI'17, co-chaired by Sven Koenig and Eric Eaton) launched the EAAI New and Future AI Educator Program to support the training of early-career university faculty, secondary school faculty, and future educators (PhD candidates or postdocs who intend a career in academia). As part of the program, awardees were asked to address one of the following "blue sky" questions: * How could/should Artificial Intelligence (AI) courses ...

Uudiseid maailmast / Nele-Eva Steinfeld

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2012-01-01

Lühisõnumeid muusikamaailmast: Paavo Järvist saab Tokyo NHK sümfooniaorkestri peadirigent. Suri Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau. Avastati Antonio Vivaldi uusi teoseid. Glenn Gouldi klaver jõudis Ottawa Rahvuslikku Kunstide Keskusesse. Sbeliuse noodistustarkvara peakorter Suurbritannias suleti. Viini Riigiooperi rekordiliselt kasumlik hooaeg. Bayreuthi markkrahvi ooperimaja arvati UNESCO maailmapärandi nimistusse. Erkki-Sven Tüüri ooperi "Wallenberg" uuslavastus Karlsruhes. Pianist Mihkel Poll andis kontserdi Wigmore Hallis. Rahvusvaheline heliloojate rostrum Stockholmis. Suri viiuldaja Ruggiero Ricci. Lahkus pianist Mihaela Ursuleasa

Saksa tudengid mängivad Taevalaval Shakespeare'i / Sven Karja

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Tallinna jõuab EMA Lavakunstikooli kutsel Berliini Kunstiakadeemia esindus. Linnateatris esitatakse oma õppelavastus, W. Shakespeare'i komöödia "Kaheteistkümnes öö ehk Kuidas soovite", lavastaja Dieter Bitterli. Lavastuses teeb kaasa ka Tõnu Lensment

Soul / Randy Becker, Bill Evans, Evelin Samuel ; interv. Sven Sapelson

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The Soulbop Bandi rajajad Randy Becker ja Bill Evans ning meie Evelin Samuel gospeli ja rhytmblues'i juurtega soulist. Lk. 72-73 Inessa Josingu ja Ande Kaalepi souliteemaline fotolavastusega ruumikujundus

Community response against the nuclear accident. Confusion in Sweden after the Chernobyl nuclear accident and its features

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Sato, Yoshihiro

2014-01-01

The Chernobyl nuclear accident, which occurred in April 1986, became popular in Sweden after two days, and Sweden was hit by a big mess immediately after that. This paper introduces various actions taken in Sweden at that time. The authors analyzed the situation based on the following materials to tell the situation at that time: (1) materials summarized by researchers upon request of the administrative organs of the country, (2) two diaries that were written by Sven Aner, who was a former reporter of a major daily newspaper published after the accident and an activist of antinuclear groups, and Sven Lofvegerg, who handled the accident as a technical officer at Radiation Protection Agency, and (3) newspaper articles at that time. The situations that was revealed after the accident were summarized from the following viewpoints: (1) governmental remarks toward safety standards and effects on residents, and the anxiety of residents, (2) grazing ban on livestock as an important industry and its lifting, (3) correspondence of antinuclear activists, (4) anxiety against the effects of radiation on humans, and counseling on the safety addressed to the Headquarters for Disaster Control, (5) roles of regional radio stations, (6) defects of bureaucracy, (7) criticism against the actions of the Headquarters for Disaster Control, and (8) influence of extreme experts. (A.O.)

PRELIMINARY STUDY OF PLYWOOD PRODUCED WITH PARICÁ (Schizolobium amazonicum Huber ex Ducke VENEERS MODIFIED BY THERMO-MECHANICAL TREATMENT

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2011-05-01

Full Text Available The objective of this preliminary research was to study the effects of thermo-mechanical modification in veneers of Paricá (Schizolobium amazonicum Huber ex Ducke to improve plywood hygroscopicity and mechanical properties. The amount of 24 veneers was used with the dimensions 25 x 25 cm, that were compressed under different times (5, 10 and 15 minutes at 150°C and pressure at 1 N.mm-2, constituting three treatments and one untreated. Plywood were bonded with resorcinol-formaldehyde, glue consumption of 360 g.m-2 at ambient temperature and pressure of 1 N.mm-2 for 10 hours. The samples were evaluated by colorimetric analysis and physical and mechanical properties. Colorimetric analysis showed that there was a darkening of the wood toward the increase of treatment time. The treatment was not efficient in reducing swelling, only reducing absorption of water. The mechanical properties were not significantly affected by the treatment.

USING POLYMERIC HYDROGEN GETTERS TO PREVENT COMBUSTIBLE ATMOSPHERES DURING INTERIM SAFE STORAGE OF PLUTONIUM OXIDE

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Woodsmall, T

2007-01-01

Nuclear Materials Management (NMM) of WSRC has recently installed the capability to perform both non-destructive and destructive examination of 3013 containers of Pu oxide in accordance with DOE-STD-3013. The containers will be opened and the oxide will be sampled for analysis. The remaining bulk oxide must then be safely stored in a non-3013-compliant configuration. Available processing equipment and controls cannot prevent the oxide from adsorbing moisture during this process. Subsequent radiolysis of moisture during storage may generate combustible quantities of gases while waiting final processing, and satisfying DOE Interim Safe Storage Criteria (ISSC) would require that storage containers be vented at impractical frequencies. With support from an independent National Laboratory, WSRC/NMM has demonstrated that a commercial hydrogen getter material will effectively prevent the accumulation of combustible gas concentrations. A project overview, including storage requirements and strategies, as well as getter technology, current test results, and anticipated future developments will be addressed

Uudised : Tüür Frankfurdi "Auftaktil". Motörhead ja Manson Soomes

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Frankfurdi Vana Ooperi uut hooaega traditsiooniliselt sissejuhatava festivali "Auftakt" tänavusteks külalisteks on Erkki-Sven Tüür ja inglise tšellist Steven Isserlis, 28. aug.-1. okt. kestval festivalil mängitakse Tüüri 6. ja 7. (4. sümfooniat dirigeerib Paavo Järvi), 12. sept. kavas "Fata Morgana" ja "Oxymoron" ning Helena Tulve "Lumineux..." Olari Eltsi juhatusel. Inglise ansambli Motörhead kontserdist 11. dets. ja USA rokkari Marilyn Mansoni kontserdist 20. dets. Helsingis

”Kan verka skrämmande på små barn.” Våld, sex och historiebruk i tv-serien Trälarna

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2012-01-01

This article examines the television adaption and reception of Swedish youth novelist Sven Wernström's series of historical youth novels called Trälarna (“The Thralls”) in the late 1970s and early 1980s. The book series as well as the Danish animated televisions series used a noticeable class perspective in order to make comparisons between the condition of slaves in medieval times and Swedish working class of the 19th and 20th centuries. In accordance with ...

Harmful algal blooms and climate change: Learning from the past and present to forecast the future

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Wells, ML

2015-11-01

Full Text Available Harmful algal blooms and climate change: Learning from the past and present to forecast the future Mark L. Wellsa,*, Vera L. Trainerb, Theodore J. Smaydac, Bengt S.O. Karlsond, Charles G. Tricke, Raphael M. Kudelaf, Akira Ishikawag, Stewart Bernardh... and Atmospheric Administration, 2725 Montlake Blvd. E., Seattle, WA 98112, USA c Graduate School of Oceanography, University of Rhode Island, Kingston, RI 02881, USA d SMHI Research & Development, Oceanography, Sven Ka¨llfelts gata 15, 426 71 Va¨stra Fro...

New synthetic routes to polyoxometalate containing ionic liquids an investigation of their properties

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2015-01-01

In his Master project Sven Herrmann for the first time carried out fundamental investigations into the development of polyoxometalate based ionic liquids (POM-ILs). The POM-ILs were obtained by charge balancing inorganic polyoxometalate (POM) anions with sterically demanding tetraalkylammonium or tetraalkylphosphonium cations. By functionalization of lacunary Keggin clusters with 3d-transition metals and charge balancing with tetraalkylammonium cations of differing chain length, a model system for the correlation of the molecular structure with macroscopic materials properties was obtained. In

Cast iron for reactor technology - special structural and mechanical properties

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Janakiev, N.

The graphitic phase, its formation and the effect on the mechanical properties of cast iron used for reactor shielding are described. Tensile strength, bending strength and Brinell hardness were studied. With the specimen wall thickness of 400 mm the average measured tensile strength was 180 N/mm 2 , which satisfies the given requirements as do the values of bending strength and material hardness. As against materials 200 mm in thickness, graphite was found by metallographic tests to be of a significantly coarser structure, which may be explained by slower cooling. Tensile strength was also tested for nodular cast irons and lamellar graphite cast irons. It was shown that compression increased with decreasing specimen diameter at constant pressure, at a constant diameter compression increased nearly in proportion to compressive stress. No significant differences were found if compressive stress was 80% of fracture stress. The modulus of elasticity was found to decrease with increasing graphite content while it was found to increase with fine graphite lamellae at the same carbon concentration. It also decreased with increasing straining. A Mo-alloyed cast iron was found to show slower creep rates at a compressive stress of up to 90 N/mm 2 (calculated to the same initial strengths) than Cu-alloyed cast iron. Upon increasing compressive stress to 140 N/mm 2 and creep time to more than 2000 hours, the creep behaviour of Cu-alloyed cast iron was better. Coarser perlite is likely to be more creep resistant than fine perlite. In neutron irradiation of cast iron a clear trend towards hardening was found due to the effect of neutrons on the cast iron structure. (J.B.)

A distal femoral supra-condylar plate: biomechanical comparison with condylar plate and first clinical application for treatment of supracondylar fracture.

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Liang, Bowei; Ding, Zhenqi; Shen, Junguo; Zhai, Wenliang; Kang, Liangqi; Zhou, Liang; Sha, Mo; Liang, Dongzhu

2012-08-01

An anatomical supra-condylar plate is designed and analysed by biomechanical testing. The biomechanical properties of the supra-condylar and condylar plate were compared in six matched pairs of cadaveric femurs. A transverse osteotomy gap was created to simulate an OTA/AO type A3 supracondylar fracture. The left and right specimens were fitted with supra-condylar and condylar plate, respectively. Nondestructive axial compression, three-point bending and torsion tests were performed, and the peak load of the bone-implant construction was measured. The fracture site suitable for supra-condylar plate application and its correlation with femoral length were calculated. The gender influence on it was also discussed. The difference of stiffness between the supra-condylar and condyle groups were not significant (P > 0.05) at 363.4 and 362.5 N/mm for compression, 229.5 and 237.6 N/mm in the sagittal plane and 195.5 and 188.4 N/mm in the coronal plane for three-point bending, and 7.5 and 7.9 Nm/deg for axial torsion, respectively. The peak load was 4438 ± 136.15 N and 5215 ± 174.33 N, respectively, for the two groups. The average extent of the fracture site suitable for the application of the supra-condylar plate was 70.86 ± 4.61 mm. The femoral length and gender showed no influence on it. Despite the limited bone contact area provided by the supra-condylar plate, its construct stiffness is comparable to the condylar plate. The supra-condylar plate can be used to treat carefully-selected extra-articular supracondylar fractures.

Quadriceps tendon rupture: a biomechanical comparison of transosseous equivalent double-row suture anchor versus transosseous tunnel repair.

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Hart, Nathan D; Wallace, Matthew K; Scovell, J Field; Krupp, Ryan J; Cook, Chad; Wyland, Douglas J

2012-09-01

Quadriceps rupture off the patella is traditionally repaired by a transosseous tunnel technique, although a single-row suture anchor repair has recently been described. This study biomechanically tested a new transosseous equivalent (TE) double-row suture anchor technique compared with the transosseous repair for quadriceps repair. After simulated quadriceps-patella avulsion in 10 matched cadaveric knees, repairs were completed by either a three tunnel transosseous (TT = 5) or a TE suture anchor (TE = 5) technique. Double-row repairs were done using two 5.5 Bio-Corkscrew FT (fully threaded) (Arthrex, Inc., Naples, FL, USA) and two 3.5 Bio-PushLock anchors (Arthrex, Inc., Naples, FL, USA) with all 10 repairs done with #2 FiberWire suture (Arthrex, Inc., Naples, FL). Cyclic testing from 50 to 250 N for 250 cycles and pull to failure load (1 mm/s) were undertaken. Gap formation and ultimate tensile load (N) were recorded and stiffness data (N/mm) were calculated. Statistical analysis was performed using a Mann-Whitney U test and survival characteristics examined with Kaplan-Meier test. No significant difference was found between the TE and TT groups in stiffness (TE = 134 +/- 15 N/mm, TT = 132 +/- 26 N/mm, p = 0.28). The TE group had significantly less ultimate tensile load (N) compared with the TT group (TE = 447 +/- 86 N, TT = 591 +/- 84 N, p = 0.04), with all failures occurring at the suture eyelets. Although both quadriceps repairs were sufficiently strong, the transosseous repairs were stronger than the TE suture anchor repairs. The repair stiffness and gap formation were similar between the groups.

Unraveling the history of complex zoned garnets from the North Motagua Mélange (Guatemala)

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Barickman, M. H.; Martin, C.; Flores, K. E.; Harlow, G. E.; Bonnet, G.

2016-12-01

The Guatemala Suture Zone (GSZ) is situated in central Guatemala, between the North American and Caribbean plates. Two serpentinite mélanges straddle the Motagua Fault system: the North Motagua Mélange (NMM) and the South Motagua Mélange (SMM). In this study, chemically zoned garnet grains from four eclogite blocks from the NMM were analyzed by EMPA for major elements and LA-ICP-MS for trace elements to unravel the geological history of the eclogites. These eclogites typically consist of euhedral to subhedral garnets, partly retrogressed omphacite grains, and accessory minerals such as phengite and epidote as inclusions in garnet. EBSD was employed to examine apparent garnet inclusions in garnet. The garnet grains in NMM eclogites display complex chemical zonations: all grains roughly show a spessartine-rich core, an almandine-rich core and/or intermediate zone, and a pyrope and grossular-rich rim. Additionally, crystal resorption can be observed between the different zones, and the pyrope-grossular rim can display oscillatory zoning. Finally, grossular-rich zones (crystallographically syntactic) within garnet are present in all studied samples. REE and spider diagrams do not show any significant difference in the patterns of the different zones within the garnet, or indicating that the chemical environment from which each garnet zone grew was broadly the same. The lack of significant variation in LILE content indicates that a fluid influx during garnet growth is unlikely. Consequently, we interpret that garnet grains grew in a largely closed system; however, the presence of the grossular-rich zones, argues for occasional excursions into conditions when either two garnets crystallized or Ca-rich overgrowths that were largely resorbed prior to subsequent continued garnet growth.

Compressive strength and initial water absorption rate for cement brick containing high-density polyethylene (HDPE) as a substitutional material for sand

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Ali, Noorwirdawati; Din, Norhasmiza; Sheikh Khalid, Faisal; Shahidan, Shahiron; Radziah Abdullah, Siti; Samad, Abdul Aziz Abdul; Mohamad, Noridah

2017-11-01

The rapid growth of today’s construction sector requires high amount of building materials. Bricks, known to have solid properties and easy to handle, which leads to the variety of materials added or replaced in its mixture. In this study, high density polyethylene (HDPE) was selected as the substitute materials in the making of bricks. The reason behind the use of HDPE is because of its recyclable properties and the recycling process that do not emit hazardous gases to the atmosphere. Other than that, the use of HDPE will help reducing the source of pollution by avoiding the millions of accumulated plastic waste in the disposal sites. Furthermore, the material has high endurance level and is weatherproof. This study was carried out on experimenting the substitute materials in the mixture of cement bricks, a component of building materials which is normally manufactured using the mixture of cement, sand and water, following a certain ratios, and left dried to produce blocks of bricks. A series of three different percentages of HDPE were used, which were 2.5%, 3.0% and 3.5%. Tests were done on the bricks, to study its compressive strength and the initial water absorption rate. Both tests were conducted on the seventh and 28th day. Based on the results acquired, for compressive strength tests on the 28th day, the use of 2.5% of HDPE shown values of 12.6 N/mm2 while the use of 3.0% of HDPE shown values of 12.5 N/mm2. Onto the next percentage, 3.5% of HDPE shown values of 12.5 N/mm2.

ANALISA KEKUATAN KONSTRUKSI SIDE RAMP DOOR SISTEM STEEL WIRE ROPE PADA KM. DHARMA KENCANA II AKIBAT BEBAN STATIS DENGAN METODE ELEMEN HINGGA

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Imam Pujo Mulyatno

2012-04-01

Full Text Available KM. DHARMA KENCANA II adalah kapal tipe Ro - Ro (Passanger Ship yang memiliki rute pelayaran Surabaya - Kumai - Semarang yang mampu mengangkut penumpang dan kendaraan dalam jumlah yang relatif banyak. Untuk memudahkan akses keluar masuk kendaraan yang akan diangkut, maka kapal ini dilengkapi dengan empat buah ramp door sistem steel wire rope, salah satunya adalah ramp door yang terletak dibagian kiri lambung kapal (side ramp door. Side ramp door akan menerima beban statis secara berulang - ulang sehingga dapat mengakibatkan deformasi, keretakan, kerusakan, dll. Penelitian tentang kekuatan konstruksi side ramp door perlu diperhatikan dan dilakukan dimana tegangan yang diakibatkan oleh beban yang mengenainya tidak boleh melebihi batas maksimum σyield bahan dan σijin berdasarkan rules dari klas, adapun acuan rules yang dipakai dalam penelitian ini adalah berdasarkan rules Biro Klasifikasi Indonesia. Analisa kekuatan konstruksi side ramp door dilakukan dengan menggunakan program berbasis FEM sedangkan untuk pemodelan dilakukan dengan menggunakan program berbasis CAD. Analisa yang digunakan adalah analisa beban statis untuk mengetahui karakteristik dan letak tegangan terbesar pada konstruksi side ramp door berdasarkan empat variasi pembebanan. Hasil analisa menggunakan program berbasis FEM didapatkan hasil maximum stress terbesar terjadi pada kondisi side ramp door dengan beban kendaraan truck yaitu sebesar 93,91 N/mm2 dimana daerah paling kritis terjadi pada node 22097 yang terletak pada gading nomor 8 bagian memanjang dan gading nomor 1 bagian melintang. Tegangan ini masih dalam kondisi aman karena setelah dibandingan dengan σyield bahan sebesar 400 N/mm2 dan σijin berdasarkan rules BKI sebesar 225,24 N/mm2 menghasilkan nilai safety factor sebesar 3,87 dan 2,18.

Biomechanical properties of human thoracic spine disc segments

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B D Stemper

2010-01-01

Full Text Available Background : The objective was to determine the age-dependent compressive and tensile properties of female and male thoracic spine segments using postmortem human subjects (PMHS. Materials and Methods : Forty-eight thoracic disc segments at T4-5, T6-7, T8-9, and T10-11 levels from 12 PMHS T3-T11 spinal columns were divided into groups A and B based on specimen age and loaded in compression and tension. Stiffness and elastic modulus were computed. Stiffness was defined as the slope in the linear region of the force-displacement response. Elastic modulus was defined as the slope of the stress strain curve. Analysis of Variance (ANOVA was used to determine significant differences (P< 0.05 in the disc cross-sectional area, stiffness, and elastic modulus based on gender, spinal level, and group. Results : Specimen ages in group A (28 ± 8 years were significantly lower than in group B (70 ± 7 years. Male discs had significantly greater area (7.2 ± 2.0 sq cm than female discs (5.9 ± 1.8 sq cm. Tensile and compressive stiffness values were significantly different between the two age groups, but not between gender and level. Specimens in group A had greater tensile (486 ± 108 N/mm and compressive (3300 ± 642 N/mm stiffness values compared to group B specimens (tension: 397 ± 124 N/mm, compression: 2527 ± 734 N/mm. Tensile and compressive elastic modulus values depended upon age group and gender, but not on level. Group A specimens had significantly greater tensile and compressive moduli (2.9 ± 0.8 MPa, 19.5 ± 4.1 MPa than group B specimens (1.7 ± 0.6 MPa, 10.6 ± 3.4 MPa. Female specimens showed significantly greater tensile and compressive moduli (2.6 ± 1.0 MPa, 16.6 ± 6.4 MPa than male specimens (2.0 ± 0.7 MPa, 13.7 ± 5.0 MPa. Discussion: Using the two groups to represent "young" and "old" specimens, this study showed that the mechanical response decreases in older specimens, and the decrease is greater in compressive than distractive

Verkligt värde vid första redovisningstillfället?

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Thinggaard, Frank; Nilsson, Sven-Arne

2007-01-01

I en första artikel av två diskuterar Frank Thinggaard och Sven-Arne Nilsson en rapport från IASB som föreslår verkligt värde istället för anskaffningsvärde vid första redovisningstillfället. Där rapporten står för nytänkande undersöker de om denär i linje med en rapport om förbättrad föreställni...

Short outlines of books by Estonian authors : [annotations] / Rutt Hinrikus, Janika Kronberg

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Hinrikus, Rutt, 1946-

1997-01-01

Vint, Toomas. Kojamehe naine; Mihkelson, Ene. Surma sünnipäev; Vint, Toomas. Naisepiinaja õnnenatukene; Kross, Jaan. Mesmeri ring; Vetemaa, Enn. Väegade noobel kooljas...; Berg, Maimu. Ma armastasin venelast; Kivi, Aita. Jumalakäpp; Berg, Maimu. Mina, moeajakirjanik; Kivastik, Mart. Palun õnnelikuks; Kivisildnik, Sven. Nagu härjale punane kärbseseen; Varblane, Hannes. Vihkamiseta; Ehin, Andres. Rummu Jüri mälestused; Tode, Emil (Õnnepalu, Tõnu). Mõõt; Raudam, Toomas. Tarzani seiklused Tallinnas; Ehlvest, Jüri. Ikka veel Bagdadis; Ehlvest, Jüri. Krutsiaania

Ilves ja Bush - üks rantšopidajast president kutsus teise külla / Krister Paris

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Paris, Krister, 1977-

2007-01-01

USA presidendi George W. Bushi kohtumisest president Toomas Hendrik Ilvesega. Kõne all oli viisavabadus ja NATO küberkaitsekeskuse loomine Eestisse. G.W. Bush avaldas kaastunnet Afganistanis hukkunud Eesti sõdurite omastele. Riigikogu liikmete Marko Mihkelsoni ja Sven Mikseri kommentaarid presidentide kohtumisele. Vt. samas: Esimene riigipea pärjaga. T.H. Ilves asetas pärja kommunismiohvrite mälestusmärgile, mille president G.W. Bush avas 12. juunil 2007. Vabariigi President töövisiidil Ameerika Ühendriikides 25.-26.06.2007

Tüüri vioolakontserdi esiettekanne

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2008-01-01

24. okt. toovad Taanis Sonderborgis maailmaesiettekandele Erkki-Sven Tüüri Vioolakontserdi "Illuminatio" norra vioolamängija Lars Anders Tomter ja Lõuna- Jüütimaa Sümfooniaorkester, mida juhatab Vladimir Ziva. Evelyn Glennie ja New Jersey Sümfooniaorkester Neeme Järvi juhatusel esitavad 10. okt. USAs Newarkis ja 12. okt. New Brunswickis Tüüri 4. sümfoonia "Magma". Sellega seoses esineb Tüür loengutega oma loomingust järgmistes kõrgkoolides: New York Univerdity, Juilliard Scool of Music, Princeton University ja Montclair State University

Avangardismi postmodernistlikud illustratsioonid / Reet Varblane

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Varblane, Reet, 1952-

2007-01-01

2. NU performance'i-festival: Martin Creedi "Varietee-performance" Kanuti gildi saalis 2. XI, Johannes-Vares-Barbaruse luulel põhinev Leonhard Lapini "Multiplitseeritud inimene" (koostöös Uku Uusbergi, Kristel Leesmendi, Indrek Ojari, Andres Lõo, Sven Grünbergi, Oliver Kulpsooga) Von Krahli teatris 13. ja 14. XI, Sõltumatu Tantsu Ühenduse korraldatud Frida Kahlole (1907-1954) pühendatud tantsuetendus "Alegria y Dolor" (lavastaja Mari Mägi, Frida Kahlo - Ulla Katcher, Diego Riviera - Frank Hobbit Bätge) Kumu auditooriumis 22.-24. XI

Главная тема встречи Буша и Ильвеса - визовая свобода / Неэме Рауд, Майли Кангур

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Рауд, Неэме

2007-01-01

USA president George W. Bush ja Eesti president Toomas Hendrik Ilves rääkisid Valge Maja ovaalkabinetis toimunud kohtumisel viisaküsimustest, küberkaitsest, Eesti sõdurite panusest Iraagis ja Afganistanis. Presidendid sõid ühiselt lõunat, T.H. Ilves asetas pärja Washingtonis äsja avatud kommunismiohvrite mälestusmärgile ning kohtus ajalehe Washington Post toimetuse kolleegiumiga. Presidentide kohtumist kommenteerivad Riigikogu liikmed Sven Mikser ja Keit Pentus. Vabariigi President töövisiidil Ameerika Ühendriikides 25.-26.06.2007

Ильвес и Райс критиковали Россию / Дагне Хансшмидт

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Хансшмидт, Дагне

2008-01-01

President Toomas Hendrik Ilves kohtus töövisiidil Ameerika Ühendriikidesse USA asepresidendi Dick Cheney ja riigisekretär Condoleezza Rice'iga. Arutusel olid Euroopa Liidu suhted Venemaaga, Venemaa käitumine Gruusiaga, NATO viimase tippkohtumise tulemused. USA välisminister C. Rice avaldas Eesti presidendile tänu Eesti silmapaistva panuse eest Afganistanis. Kohtumisi kommenteerivad Riigikogu Euroopa Liidu asjade komisjoni esimees Marko Mihkelson ja Riigikogu väliskomisjoni esimees Sven Mikser. Vabariigi President töövisiidil Ameerika Ühendriikides 17.-23.04.2008

The effects of isothermal transformation on the fatigue strength of ...

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Increasing the austenitising temperature to 950°C while maintaining the austempering temperature at 3500C, the fatigue limits of both medium silicon and high silicon alloys increased. The highest fatigue strength 450Nmm-2 was obtained from alloy austenitised at 950°C and austempered at 350°C for 90 minutes.

rhPDGF-BB promotes early healing in a rat rotator cuff repair model.

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Kovacevic, David; Gulotta, Lawrence V; Ying, Liang; Ehteshami, John R; Deng, Xiang-Hua; Rodeo, Scott A

2015-05-01

Tendon-bone healing after rotator cuff repair occurs by fibrovascular scar tissue formation, which is weaker than a normal tendon-bone insertion site. Growth factors play a role in tissue formation and have the potential to augment soft tissue healing in the perioperative period. Our study aim was to determine if rhPDGF-BB delivery on a collagen scaffold can improve tendon-to-bone healing after supraspinatus tendon repair compared with no growth factor in rats as measured by (1) gross observations; (2) histologic analysis; and (3) biomechanical testing. Ninety-five male Sprague-Dawley rats underwent acute repair of the supraspinatus tendon. Rats were randomized into one of five groups: control (ie, repair only), scaffold only, and three different platelet-derived growth factor (PDGF) doses on the collagen scaffold. Animals were euthanized 5 days after surgery to assess cellular proliferation and angiogenesis. The remaining animals were analyzed at 4 weeks to assess repair site integrity by gross visualization, fibrocartilage formation with safranin-O staining, and collagen fiber organization with picrosirius red staining, and to determine the biomechanical properties (ie, load-to-failure testing) of the supraspinatus tendon-bone construct. The repaired supraspinatus tendon was in continuity with the bone in all animals. At 5 days, rhPDGF-BB delivery on a scaffold demonstrated a dose-dependent response in cellular proliferation and angiogenesis compared with the control and scaffold groups. At 28 days, with the numbers available, rhPDGF-BB had no effect on increasing fibrocartilage formation or improving collagen fiber maturity at the tendon-bone insertion site compared with controls. The control group had higher tensile loads to failure and stiffness (35.5 ± 8.8 N and 20.3 ± 4.5 N/mm) than all the groups receiving the scaffold, including the PDGF groups (scaffold: 27 ± 6.4 N, p = 0.021 and 13 ± 5.7 N/mm, p = 0.01; 30 µg/mL PDGF: 26.5 ± 7.5 N, p = 0.014 and 13

Biomechanical properties of patellar and hamstring graft tibial fixation techniques in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: experimental study with roentgen stereometric analysis.

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Adam, Frank; Pape, Dietrich; Schiel, Karin; Steimer, Oliver; Kohn, Dieter; Rupp, Stefan

2004-01-01

Reliable fixation of the soft hamstring grafts in ACL reconstruction has been reported as problematic. The biomechanical properties of patellar tendon (PT) grafts fixed with biodegradable screws (PTBS) are superior compared to quadrupled hamstring grafts fixed with BioScrew (HBS) or Suture-Disc fixation (HSD). Controlled laboratory study with roentgen stereometric analysis (RSA). Ten porcine specimens were prepared for each group. In the PT group, the bone plugs were fixed with a 7 x 25 mm BioScrew. In the hamstring group, four-stranded tendon grafts were anchored within a tibial tunnel of 8 mm diameter either with a 7 x 25 mm BioScrew or eight polyester sutures knotted over a Suture-Disc. The grafts were loaded stepwise, and micromotion of the graft inside the tibial tunnel was measured with RSA. Hamstring grafts failed at lower loads (HBS: 536 N, HSD 445 N) than the PTBS grafts (658 N). Stiffness in the PTBS group was much greater compared to the hamstring groups (3500 N/mm versus HBS = 517 N/mm and HSD = 111 N/mm). Irreversible graft motion after graft loading with 200 N was measured at 0.03 mm (PTBS), 0.38mm (HBS), and 1.85mm (HSD). Elasticity for the HSD fixation was measured at 0.67 mm at 100 N and 1.32 mm at 200 N load. Hamstring graft fixation with BioScrew and Suture-Disc displayed less stiffness and early graft motion compared to PTBS fixation. Screw fixation of tendon grafts is superior to Suture-Disc fixation with linkage material since it offers greater stiffness and less graft motion inside the tibial tunnel. Our results revealed graft motion for hamstring fixation with screw or linkage material at loads that occur during rehabilitation. This, in turn, may lead to graft laxity.

Nickel titanium T-loop wire dimensions for en masse retraction.

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Almeida, Layene; Ribeiro, Alexandre; Parsekian Martins, Renato; Viecilli, Rodrigo; Parsekian Martins, Lídia

2016-09-01

To compare the force system produced by nickel-titanium T-loop springs made with wires of different dimensions. Thirty compound T-loop springs were divided into three groups according to the dimensions of the nickel-titanium wire used for its design: 0.016" × 0.022", 0.017" × 0.025", and 0.018" × 0.025". The loops were tested on the Orthodontic Force Tester machine at an interbracket distance of 23 mm and activated 9 mm. The force in the y-axis and the moment in the x-axis were registered while the calculated moment to force ratio was recorded at each .5 mm of deactivation. The data were analyzed by three analyses of variance of repeated measures to detect differences and interactions between deactivation and wire size on force, moment, and moment-force ratios (M/F). All groups had significantly different forces (P wire produced 1.78N of force while the 0.017" × 0.025" and the 0.018" × 0.025" produced 2.81 N and 3.25 N, respectively. The 0.016" × 0.022" wire produced lower moments (11.6 Nmm) than the 0.017" × 0.025" and 0.018" × 0.025" wires, which produced similar moments (13.9 Nmm and 14.4Nmm, respectively). The M/F produced was different for all groups; 0.016" × 0.022" T-loops produced 6.7 mm while the 0.017" × 0.025" and 0.018" × 0.025" T-loops produced 5.0 mm and 4.5 mm, respectively. An interaction was detected for all variables between deactivation and groups. The larger wires tested produced higher forces with slight increase on the moments, but the M/F produced by the 0.016" × 0.022" wire was the highest found.

Biomechanical Analysis of an Arthroscopic Broström Ankle Ligament Repair and a Suture Anchor-Augmented Repair.

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Giza, Eric; Whitlow, Scott R; Williams, Brady T; Acevedo, Jorge I; Mangone, Peter G; Haytmanek, C Thomas; Curry, Eugene E; Turnbull, Travis Lee; LaPrade, Robert F; Wijdicks, Coen A; Clanton, Thomas O

2015-07-01

Secondary surgical repair of ankle ligaments is often indicated in cases of chronic lateral ankle instability. Recently, arthroscopic Broström techniques have been described, but biomechanical information is limited. The purpose of the present study was to analyze the biomechanical properties of an arthroscopic Broström repair and augmented repair with a proximally placed suture anchor. It was hypothesized that the arthroscopic Broström repairs would compare favorably to open techniques and that augmentation would increase the mean repair strength at time zero. Twenty (10 matched pairs) fresh-frozen foot and ankle cadaveric specimens were obtained. After sectioning of the lateral ankle ligaments, an arthroscopic Broström procedure was performed on each ankle using two 3.0-mm suture anchors with #0 braided polyethylene/polyester multifilament sutures. One specimen from each pair was augmented with a 2.9-mm suture anchor placed 3 cm proximal to the inferior tip of the lateral malleolus. Repairs were isolated and positioned in 20 degrees of inversion and 10 degrees of plantarflexion and loaded to failure using a dynamic tensile testing machine. Maximum load (N), stiffness (N/mm), and displacement at maximum load (mm) were recorded. There were no significant differences between standard arthroscopic repairs and the augmented repairs for mean maximum load and stiffness (154.4 ± 60.3 N, 9.8 ± 2.6 N/mm vs 194.2 ± 157.7 N, 10.5 ± 4.7 N/mm, P = .222, P = .685). Repair augmentation did not confer a significantly higher mean strength or stiffness at time zero. Mean strength and stiffness for the arthroscopic Broström repair compared favorably with previous similarly tested open repair and reconstruction methods, validating the clinical feasibility of an arthroscopic repair. However, augmentation with an additional proximal suture anchor did not significantly strengthen the repair. © The Author(s) 2015.

ANALISA KEKUATAN KONSTRUKSI BRACKET TOWING HOOK PADA TB. BONTANG DENGAN METODE ELEMEN HINGGA DAN RULES BKI

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Imam Pujo Mulyatno

2013-01-01

Full Text Available Bracket towing hook construction planning is to make a construction that has the stress level of the allowable limit and can be accepted by the construction. Requirements for towing hook are structural strength if the stress levels that occur below the elastic region. By calculating the value of the maximum load, maximum stress, von mises stress and deflection (displasment that occur in the construction of bracket towing hook, so that known security level of construction that has been designed. Research on construction of the strength bracket towing hook need to be considered and carried out, where the stress caused by load about them should not exceed the maximum limit σyield materials and σallow based on the rules from the class. The reference to rules used in this research is based on the rules of Bureau Classification Indonesia. Analysis of the strength bracket towing hook construction is done by using finite element methode. The analysis used is a static load analysis to determine the characteristics and location of greatest stress on the construction bracket towing hook based on three variations of loading. Analysis results obtained using finite element methode based program of greatest stress maximum occurs in the condition of the bracket towing hook  with maximum horse power load that is equal to 44,2 N/mm2 where the most critical area occurs at node 457 which is located at frame number 23 lengthwise section and stiffener number 7 cross section. This stress is still in a safe condition because after compared with material σyield of 400 N/mm2 and σallow based BKI rules of 178,12 N/mm2 produce safety factor value of 9,05 and 4,03

Does footprint preparation influence tendon-to-bone healing after rotator cuff repair in an animal model?

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Ficklscherer, Andreas; Loitsch, Thomas; Serr, Michaela; Gülecyüz, Mehmet F; Niethammer, Thomas R; Müller, Hans-Helge; Milz, Stefan; Pietschmann, Matthias F; Müller, Peter E

2014-02-01

The aim of this study was to investigate the influence of footprint spongialization and radiofrequency ablation on rotator cuff repair outcomes compared with an untreated group in a rat model. We randomly assigned 189 Sprague-Dawley rats to either a spongialization, radiofrequency ablation, or untreated group. After separation of the supraspinatus tendon from the greater tubercle, the footprint was prepared by removing the cortical bone with a burr (spongialization), was prepared by ablating soft tissue with a radiofrequency ablation device, or was left unaltered (untreated). Biomechanical testing (after 7 weeks, n = 165) and histologic analysis after 1 and 7 weeks (n = 24) followed reinsertion. The mean load to failure was 17.51 ± 4.46 N/mm(2) in the spongialization group, 15.56 ± 4.85 N/mm(2) in the radiofrequency ablation group, and 19.21 ± 5.19 N/mm(2) in the untreated group. A significant difference was found between the spongialization and radiofrequency ablation groups (P = .0409), as well as between the untreated and radiofrequency ablation groups (P = .0014). There was no significant difference between the spongialization and untreated groups (P = .2456). The mean area of fibrocartilage transition, characterized by the presence of type II collagen, was larger after 1 and 7 weeks in the spongialization group (0.57 ± 0.1 mm(2) and 0.58 ± 0.1 mm(2), respectively) and untreated group (0.51 ± 0.1 mm(2) and 0.51 ± 0.2 mm(2), respectively) than in the radiofrequency ablation group (0.11 ± 0.1 mm(2) and 0.4 ± 0.1 mm(2), respectively) with P rotator cuff repair may influence tendon-to-bone healing. Copyright © 2014 Arthroscopy Association of North America. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.

Histological and biomechanical analysis of porous additive manufactured implants made by direct metal laser sintering: a pilot study in sheep.

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Stübinger, Stefan; Mosch, Isabel; Robotti, Pierfrancesco; Sidler, Michéle; Klein, Karina; Ferguson, Stephen J; von Rechenberg, Brigitte

2013-10-01

It was the aim of this study to analyze osseointegrative properties of porous additive manufactured titanium implants made by direct metal laser sintering in a sheep model after an implantation period of 2 and 8 weeks. Three different types of implants were placed in the pelvis of six sheep. In each sheep were placed three standard machined (M), three sandblasted and etched (SE), and three porous additive manufactured (AM) implants. Of these three implants (one per type) were examined histologically and six implants were tested biomechanically. Additionally a semiquantitative histomorphometrical and qualitative fluorescent microscopic analysis were performed. After 2 and 8 weeks bone-to-implant-contact (BIC) values of the AM surface (2w: 20.49% ± 5.18%; 8w: 43.91% ± 9.69%) revealed no statistical significant differences in comparison to the M (2w: 20.33% ± 11.50%; 8w: 25.33% ± 4.61%) and SE (2w: 43.67 ± 12.22%; 8w: 53.33 ± 8.96%) surfaces. AM surface showed the highest increase of the BIC between the two observation time points. Considering the same implantation period histomorphometry and fluorescent labelling disclosed no significant differences in the bone surrounding the three implants groups. In contrast Removal-torque-test showed a significant improve in fixation strength (P ≤ 0.001) for the AM (1891.82 ± 308, 44 Nmm) surface after eight weeks in comparison to the M (198.93±88,04 Nmm) and SE (730.08 ± 151,89 Nmm) surfaces. All three surfaces (M, SE, and AM) showed sound osseointegration. AM implants may offer a possible treatment option in clinics for patients with compromised bone situations. Copyright © 2013 Wiley Periodicals, Inc., a Wiley Company.

Mechanical properties of bioresorbable self-reinforced posterior cervical rods.

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Savage, Katherine; Sardar, Zeeshan M; Pohjonen, Timo; Sidhu, Gursukhman S; Eachus, Benjamin D; Vaccaro, Alexander

2014-04-01

A biomechanical study. To test the mechanical and physical properties of self-reinforced copolymer bioresorbable posterior cervical rods and compare their mechanical properties to commonly used Irene titanium alloy rods. Bioresorbable instrumentation is becoming increasingly common in surgical spine procedures. Compared with metallic implants, bioresorbable implants are gradually reabsorbed as the bone heals, transferring the load from the instrumentation to bone, eliminating the need for hardware removal. In addition, bioresorbable implants produce less stress shielding due to a more physiological modulus of elasticity. Three types of rods were used: (1) 5.5 mm copolymer rods and (2) 3.5 mm and (3) 5.5 mm titanium alloy rods. Four tests were used on each rod: (1) 3-point bending test, (2) 4-point bending test, (3) shear test, and (4) differential scanning calorimeter test. The outcomes were recorded: Young modulus (E), stiffness, maximum load, deflection at maximum load, load at 1.0% strain of the rod's outer surface, and maximum bending stress. The Young modulus (E) for the copolymer rods (mean range, 6.4-6.8 GPa) was significantly lower than the 3.5 mm titanium rods (106 GPa) and the 5.5 mm titanium rods (95 GPa). The stiffness of the copolymer rods (mean range, 16.6-21.4 N/mm) was also significantly lower than the 3.5 mm titanium alloy rods (43.6 N/mm) and the 5.5 mm titanium alloy rods (239.6 N/mm). The mean maximum shear load of the copolymer rods was 2735 N and they had significantly lower mean maximum loads than the titanium rods. Copolymer rods have adequate shear resistance, but less load resistance and stiffness compared with titanium rods. Their stiffness is closer to that of bone, causing less stress shielding and better gradual dynamic loading. Their use in semirigid posterior stabilization of the cervical spine may be considered.

Vertical force and torque analysis during mechanical preparation of extracted teeth using hand ProTaper instruments.

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Glavičić, Snježana; Anić, Ivica; Braut, Alen; Miletić, Ivana; Borčić, Josipa

2011-08-01

The purpose was to measure and analyse the vertical force and torque developed in the wider and narrower root canals during hand ProTaper instrumentation. Twenty human incisors were divided in two groups. Upper incisors were experimental model for the wide, while the lower incisors for the narrow root canals. Measurements of the force and torque were done by a device constructed for this purpose. Differences between the groups were statistically analysed by Mann-Whitney U-test with the significance level set to P<0.05. Vertical force in the upper incisors ranged 0.25-2.58 N, while in the lower incisors 0.38-6.94 N. Measured torque in the upper incisors ranged 0.53-12.03 Nmm, while in the lower incisor ranged 0.94-10.0 Nmm. Vertical force and torque were higher in the root canals of smaller diameter. The increase in the contact surface results in increase of the vertical force and torque as well in both narrower and wider root canals. © 2010 The Authors. Australian Endodontic Journal © 2010 Australian Society of Endodontology.

Effects of sodium hypochlorite on Agave tequilana Weber bagasse fibers used to elaborate cyto and biocompatible hydrogel films.

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Tovar-Carrillo, Karla Lizette; Nakasone, Kazuki; Sugita, Satoshi; Tagaya, Motohiro; Kobayashi, Takaomi

2014-09-01

Waste bagasse of Agave tequilana-Weber fibers treated with sodium hydroxide was used to elaborate hydrogel films. The bagasse was offered in an alternative use for the preparation of hydrogel films by phase inversion method without crosslinking and further purification of cellulose. The effect on the properties of the obtained films was studied when the chemical treatment of the agave fibers was changed. It was found that the resultant hydrogels showed increment in tensile from 40 N/mm(2) to 56 N/mm(2) with the increase of sodium hypochlorite concentration from 1 to 10 vol.%, respectively. With regard to biocompatibility properties of the hydrogel films, platelet adhesion, clotting time and protein adsorption were investigated. Analysis of the morphology of adherent NIH3T3 fibroblast indicated that the projected cell area, aspect ratio and long axis gradually increased with the increment of sodium hypochlorite content in the agave treatment. It was presented that the chemical treatment affects cell adhesion and morphology and lignin content remains in the brown fibers. Copyright © 2014 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.

Reuse of industrial sludge as construction aggregates.

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Tay, J H; Show, K Y; Hong, S Y

2001-01-01

Industrial wastewater sludge and dredged marine clay are high volume wastes that needed enormous space at landfill disposal sites. Due to the limitation of land space, there is an urgent need for alternative disposal methods for these two wastes. This study investigates the possibility of using the industrial sludge in combination with marine clay as construction aggregates. Different proportions of sludge and clay were made into round and angular aggregates. It was found that certain mix proportions could provide aggregates of adequate strength, comparable to that of conventional aggregates. Concrete samples cast from the sludge-clay aggregates yield compressive strengths in the range of 31.0 to 39.0 N/mm2. The results showed that the round aggregates of 100% sludge and the crush aggregates of sludge with up to 20% clay produced concrete of compressive strengths which are superior to that of 38.0 N/mm2 for conventional aggregate. The study indicates that the conversion of high volume wastes into construction materials is a potential option for waste management.

Mechanical Properties Of AA 6061-T6 Aluminum Alloy Friction Stir Welds

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Asmaa M. Abdullah

2015-06-01

Full Text Available The different parameters on mechanical and microstructural properties of aluminium alloy 6061-T6 Friction stir-welded (FSW joints were investigated in the present study. Different welded specimens were produced by employing variable rotating speeds and welding speeds. Tensile strength of the produced joints was tested at room temperature and the the effecincy was assessed, it was 75% of the base metal at rotational speed 1500 rpm and weld speed 50 mm/min. Hardness of various zones of FSW welds are presented and analyzed by means of brinell hardness number . Besides to thess tests the bending properties investigated and showed good results in some specimen and not in onother the mamximum stress was 240 N/mm2 at rotational speed 1500 rpm and weld speed 50 mm/min , while the maximum stress at 1250 rpm and 75 mm/min 94 N/mm2 , hardness results shwed lower values in heat affected and nugget zones than the base metal with improving of hardness at 1500 rpm, 75 mm/min .

Studi Eksperimen Pengaruh Variasi Pegas Kopling Terhadap Gaya Dorong dan Percepatan Pada Kendaraan Yamaha Vixion 150 cc

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Reza Prakoso Ramadhan

2017-01-01

Full Text Available Saat ini perkembangan dunia otomotif khususnya sepeda motor terus dikembangkan untuk mendapatkan kenyamanan dalam pengendalian. Produsen otomotif khususnya roda dua (sepeda motor telah memproduksi kendaraan berkapasitas besar . Para produsen berlomba – lomba untuk menciptakan kedaraan dengan performa dan akselerasi yang baik . Akselerasi dan performa yang baik salah satunya dipengaruhi oleh tingkat kekakuan dari pegas kopling. Dengan banyaknya variasi dari pegas kopling yang dijual di pasaran dan memiliki nilai konstanta yang berbeda – beda mengindikasikan bahwa pemilihan pegas kopling yang sesuai dapat memperbaiki performa dari kendaraan standart. Dan ini yang mendasari terlaksananya penelitian kali ini. Pada penelitian ini data yang ingin diperoleh adalah gaya dorong, percepatan. Hasil dari pengujian ini adalah pegas dengan nilai konstanta 13,05 N/mm menghasilkan nilai gaya dorong terbesar dibandingkan pegas dengan nilai konstanta 8,29 N/mm yaitu sebesar 509,805 N untuk nilai gaya dorong dan 4,42 m/s2 untuk nilai percepatan. Ini menandakan bahwa pegas dengan nilai konstanta pegas yang besar enghasilkan performa yang baik untuk kendaraan.

Effects of multi-pass arc welding on mechanical properties of carbon steel C25 plate

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Adedayo, S.M.; Babatunde, A.S.

2013-01-01

The effects of multi-pass welding on mechanical properties of C25 carbon steel plate were examined. Mild steel plate workpieces of 90 x 55 mm 2 area and 10 mm thickness with a 30 degrees vee weld-grooves were subjected to single and multi-pass welding. Toughness, hardness and tensile tests of single and multi-pass welds were conducted. Toughness values of the welds under double pass welds were higher than both single pass and unwelded alloy, at respective maximum values of 2464, 2342 and 2170 kN/m. Hardness values were reduced under double pass relative to single pass welding with both being lower than the value for unwelded alloy; the values were 40.5, 43.2 and 48.5 Rs respectively at 12 mm from the weld line. The tensile strength of 347 N/mm 2 under multi-pass weld was higher than single pass weld with value of 314 N/mm 2 . Therefore, the temperature distribution and apparent pre-heating during multi-pass welding increased the toughness and tensile strength of the weldments, but reduced the hardness. (au)

Möödunud aasta olulisimad kirjandusteosed

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2007-01-01

Eesti Kultuurkapitali kirjanduse sihtkapitali auhindade nominentide seas on Tiit Aleksejev, Nikolai Baturin, Jan Kaus, Peeter Sauter ja Mats Traat proosateoste eest, Vahur Afanasjev, Hasso Krull, Sven Kivisildnik, Mathura, Triin Soomets ja Indrek Ryytle luule eest, Jim Ashilevi, Andrus Kivirähk, Andrei Hvostov draamateoste eest ning Kristiina Kass, Andrus Kivirähk, Jaan Rannap, Üllar ja Rünno Saaremäe, Peeter Sauter lastekirjanduses. Vt. ka Eesti Ekspress, 8. veebr., lk. B11 ; Sirp, 9. veebr., lk. 8 ; Eesti Päevaleht : Arkaadia : [kirjanduslisa], 17. veebr., lk. 3

Challenge energy policy turnaround; Herausforderung Energiewende

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Becker, Michael; Brandt-Schwabedissen, Annette; Graaff, Rudolf; Queitsch, Peter; Thomas, Roland [Staedte- und Gemeindebund Nordrhein-Westfalen e.V., Duesseldorf (Germany); Becker, Sven [Trianel GmbH, Aachen (Germany); Portz, Norbert; Schmitz, Johannes [Deutscher Staedte- und Gemeindebund, Berlin (Germany)

2011-07-01

The documentation under consideration makes suggestions to cities and communities in light of the energy policy turnaround. The documentation contains the following contributions: (1) Power generation by means of renewable energy resources (Johannes Schmitz); (2) The energy policy turnaround needs acceptance - communication as the key to success (Sven Becker); (3) Climate-conscious communal construction planning (Michael Becker); (4) Establishment of climate concepts (Peter Queitsch); (5) Energetic measures at buildings (Annette Brandt-Schwabedissen); (6) Energy political turnaround and awarding (Norbert Portz); (7) Electromobility (Roland Thomas); (8) Position paper of DStB for the energy policy turnaround.

Presidendipaaril on suurepärane tervis! / Oliver Rand

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Rand, Oliver, 1971-

2007-01-01

President Toomas Hendrik Ilves ja proua Evelin Ilves testisid Hiiumaa tervisetoas oma tervist, lõunatasid Rannapaargus, külastasid Hiiumaa teavitamis- ja nõustamiskeskust, puuetega inimeste käsitööseltsi Sipeko Kõrgessaares, Emmaste Dale LD plastitööstust ja Vaemla villavabrikut. Avalikul kõnekoosolekul Kassaris väitlesid T.H. Ilves ja helilooja Erkki-Sven Tüür lavastaja Jaanus Rohumaa juhtimisel teemal "Eurooplaste identiteet". Vt. samas: Vasli, Karoliina. Evelinil Victoria Beckhami soeng. Proua Evelin Ilvese soengutest läbi aastate. Vabariigi President Hiiu- ja Saaremaal 8.-10.08.2007

Muusika : Juubelikontserdid "ERSO 75". Tüür uuel CD-l. Muusikakonverentsid Tallinnas. Highlightsi festivalist "Eduard Tubin ja tema aeg". Hermanni päev / Vardo Rumessen

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Rumessen, Vardo, 1942-2015

2001-01-01

ERSO saab detsembris 75. aastaseks ja sel puhul on kavas kontserdid nii Tartus kui Tallinnas. Ansambel Piano Circus on välja antud uue CD, millele annab nime avateos ئ Erkki-Sven Tüüri "Transmission". Eesti Muusikateaduse Selts korraldab 3.XII EMA-s sümpoosioni teemal Beethoveni muusika. 1. ja 2. XII EMA-s toimub konverents "Interpretatsioonipedagoogika probleeme II". Põhjamaade muusikaajakirja Highlights XI numbris ilmus ülevaade rahvusvahelisest muusikafestivalist "Eduard Tubin ja tema aeg". Eesti teatri- ja muusikamuuseumis toimub helilooja, ajakirjaniku, muusika- ja keeleteadlase, dr. Karl August Hermanni päev

’’Kan verka skrämmande på små barn.’’ Våld, sex och historiebruk i tv-serien Trälarna

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Gustafsson, Tommy

2012-01-01

This article examines the television adaption and reception of Swedish youth novelist Sven Wernström’s series of historical youth novels called Trälarna  (‘‘The Thralls’’) in the late 1970s and early 1980s. The book series as well as the Danish animated televisions series used a noticeable class perspective in order to make comparisons between the condition of slaves in medieval times and Swedish working class of the 19th and 20th centuries. In accordance with the novels, the television serie...

Postsotsialismist vaatemängulinna = From Post-Socialism to the City of the Spectacle / Andres Kurg

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Kurg, Andres, 1975-

2007-01-01

Büroo Alver Trummal Arhitektid töödest, Andres Alverist ja Tiit Trummalist. Ärihoonest Tallinnas Rävala pst. 4. Autorid: Andres Alver, Tiit Trummal, Tarmo Laht, Indrek Rünkla, Ulla Mets, Sven Koppel. Konstruktor Eido Uustalu (Eesti Projekt). Projekt 2001, valmis 2006. City Plazast Tallinnas Tartu mnt. 2. Autorid: A. Alver, T. Trummal, T. Laht, I. Rünkla, Martin Melioranski, U. Mets. Konstruktor: Tiit Masso, Pike Projekt. Sisekujundus (fuajeed, restoran): Pille Lausmäe. Projekt 2001, valmis 2004. Lõige, põhiplaan, 3 värv. välis- ja 5 sisevaadet

Rämpsvõlakirjad panevad pensionisambad roostetama / Piret Reiljan, Raivo Sormunen

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Reiljan, Piret, 1983-

2008-01-01

Ilmunud ka: Delovõje Vedomosti 28. mai lk. 8-9. Fondijuhid on paigutanud ligi 400 miljonit krooni II samba pensioniklientide raha kohalike kinnisvara- ja kiirlaenuäride kõrge riskiga rämpsvõlakirjadesse. Vt. samas: Rämpsvõlakiri; Igal kinnisvaraarendajal rohkem või vähem probleeme; Pensionifondide portfellides kuni 17% tootlusega võlakirjad; Pensionifondid ostnud ka kõrge tootlusega Kasahstani võlakirju; Soome kiirlaenuvõtjaid rahastajate hulgas ka Eesti pensionikogujad. Küsimustele vastavad SEB Ida-Euroopa investeeringute juht Sven Kunsing, SEB Varahalduse juht Rein Rätsep ja II samba pensionifondide juht Endriko Võrklaev

Ühepäevaliblika lend üle valgete laikude / Sven Karja

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Karja, Sven, 1968-

2000-01-01

Teatrikriitika olukorrast - kiirtempo, esietenduse põhjal arvustamine, väikelinnateatrite keskmised lavastused jäävad kajastuseta. Vaadeldakse hooaja kolme "mahavaikitud " lavastust - Akos Kertészi "Lesed" Eili Neuhausi lavastuses Rakvere Teatris, Mario Fratti "Ohver" Madis Kalmeti lavastuses Pärnu Endlas ja David Williamsoni "Sõbrad ja raha" Viljandi Ugalas.

On potential enemies and potential targets / Egdunas Racius ; interv. Sven Becker

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Racius, Egdunas

2006-01-01

Araabia regiooni tundev spetsialist annab intervjuus ülevaate olukorrast Iraagis, vastates küsimustele, mis puudutavad riigis demokraatia üles ehitamist, terrorismiga toimetulemist ning Leedu sõjaväelaste viibimist Iraagis. Lisa: Egdunas Racius

Synthesis and characterization of iron based superconductor Nd-1111

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Alborzi, Z.; Daadmehr, V.

2018-06-01

Polycrystalline sample of NdFeAsO0.8F0.2 was prepared by one-step solid-state reaction method. The structural and electrical properties of sample were characterized through XRD pattern and the 4-probe method. The critical temperature was obtained at 56 K. The crystal structure was tetragonal with P4/nmm:2 symmetry group.

suitability of broken bottles as fine aggregate for production of concrete

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The maximum mean compressive strength of 19.0N/mm2 was obtained at 28days when sand and broken bottles were used in equal proportions. Density did not appear to have a discernible trend. For structural concrete, the proportion of broken bottles should be limited to 30% for early strength concrete and 40% when ...

Suitability of iron ore tailings and quarry dust as fine aggregates for ...

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Eight concrete mixes were produced with different levels of sand replacement by either iron ore tailings or quarry dust, while the ninth mix of 100 % river sand served as the control. The highest 28-day compressive strength of 29.2 N/mm2 was obtained by blending 75 % sand and 25 % quarry dust with cement, which was 7 ...

IJS v10 n1.cdr

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3, 7 and 28 day uncrushed concrete at 0.65 water-cement ratio in 75 mg/1 HCl concentration, the dissolved solids were 35062, 32286, and 33032 mg/1 respectively while compressive strength were 8.40, 11.23 and 12.66 N/mm2 respectively. It was concluded that solubility of concrete in HCI solution could be used as an ...

probabilistic approach to structural appraisal of a building during

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predict the reliability of concrete in a structure under construction, a case study ... target reliability index value of 3.7 for concrete for safety class 1 BKR[1] and less than ..... Control. Cube strength. Grade 15. 15. 17.56. 2.69. 15.33. Normal. Design mix. * fa = 0.33 × 15 = 5.10N/mm2. 2. Ranganathan, R. (1999). Structural Relia-.

Danish music education and the 'rhythmic music' concept

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Pedersen, Peder Kaj

2014-01-01

' was avoided and the Danish phrase 'rytmisk musik' (rhythmic music) was created to emphasize the educational and pedagogical content. The aim was also to prevent the prejudicious idea associated with jazz, especially by opponents. The article intends to evaluate the situation of 'rhythmic music' in the context......The article reflects on Danish music education and the concept of 'rhythmic music'. It highligths the so-called "jazz-oratorio", a unique genre, created by the composer Bernhard Christensen (1906-2004) and the librettist Sven Møller Kristensen (1909-91). The article shows that the term 'jazz...... of Danish music education....

Uudiseid maailmast / Nele-Eva Steinfeld, Ia Remmel

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Steinfeld, Nele-Eva

2013-01-01

Lühisõnumeid muusikamaailmast: Erkki-Sven Tüüri teose "De profundis" esiettekanne Helsingis. Mitu Soome orkestrit sulgemise ohus. Muusikud protesteerivad kahe Saksamaa orkestri ühendamise vastu. Barenboim lahkub La Scalast enne lepingu lõppemist. Sir John Eliot Gardiner andis välja Bachi kantaadid ja uue raamatu. Salzburgi festival käsitleb sõjateemat. Wagneri "Sõrmus" mälupulgal. Universal Music Classics. Lang Lang nimetati ÜRO rahusaadikuks. Sir John Tavener (1944-2013). György Kurtag ja Andras Schiff pälvivad kuldmedali. Pekka Kuusisto sai Põhjamaade Nõukogu muusikaauhinna. Sten Lassmann Elleri plaadiseeriast Gramophone'is ja International Pianos

Viisavabadus sai Bushi ja Ilvese kohtumise üheks peateemaks / Neeme Raud, Maili Kangur

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Raud, Neeme, 1969-

2007-01-01

Ilmunud ka: Postimees : na russkom jazõke, 26. juuni 2007, lk. 2. USA president George W. Bush ja Eesti president Toomas Hendrik Ilves rääkisid Valge Maja ovaalkabinetis toimunud kohtumisel viisaküsimustest, küberkaitsest, Eesti sõdurite panusest Iraagis ja Afganistanis. Presidendid sõid ühiselt lõunat, T.H. Ilves asetas pärja Washingtonis äsja avatud kommunismiohvrite mälestusmärgile ning kohtus ajalehe Washington Post toimetuse kolleegiumiga. Presidentide kohtumise kohta avaldavad arvamust Riigikogu liikmed Sven Mikser ja Keit Pentus. Vabariigi President töövisiidil Ameerika Ühendriikides 25.-26.06.2007

Assessment of the material properties of a fire damaged building

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Oladipupo OLOMO

2012-12-01

Full Text Available This study identifies a process for assessing the material properties of a fire damaged building so as to determine whether the remains can be utilized in construction or be demolished. Physical and chemical analysis were carried out on concrete and steel samples taken from various elements of the building after thorough visual inspection of the entire building had been conducted. The physical (non-destructive tests included the Schmidt hammer and ultrasonic pulse velocity tests on the concrete samples, tensile strength test on the steel samples and chemical tests involving the assessment of the quantities of cement, sulphates and chloride concentrations in the samples. A redesign of the building elements was also carried out and the results were compared with the existing design. The non-destructive test results indicated compressive strengths as low as 9.9 N/mm2, the tensile strength test indicated a maximum strength of 397.48 N/mm2 and the chemical test indicated chloride contents as high as 0.534 g per gramme of concrete. These properties deviated significantly from standard requirements. Based on these results, it was concluded that the remains of the building should be demolished.

The Effect of Water Cement Ratio on Cement Brick Containing High Density Polyethylene (HDPE as Sand Replacement

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Ali Noorwirdawati

2018-01-01

Full Text Available Waste disposal can contribute to the problem of environmental pollution. Most of the waste material is plastic based, because the nature of difficult of plastic degradable by itself. In order to overcome the problem, many study has been conducted on the reuse of plastic material into various field such as civil engineering and construction. In this study, municipal solid waste (MSW in the form of High Density Polyethylene (HDPE plastic was used to replace sand in cement sand brick production. The HDPE used in this study was obtained from a recycle factory at Nilai, Negeri Sembilan. 3% of HDPE replacement was applied in this study, with the cement-sand mix design of 1:6 and water-cement ratio 0.35, 0.40, 0.45 and 0.50 respectively. All specimens were tested for compressive strength and water absorption at 7 and 28 days. The density of the bricks was also recorded. The finding show that brick with 3% HDPE content and 0.45 of water-cement ratio at 28 days of age curing show the highest compressive strength, which is 19.5N/mm2 compared to the control specimen of 14.4 N/mm2.

Influence of Curing Age and Mix Composition on Compressive Strength of Volcanic Ash Blended Cement Laterized Concrete

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Babafemi A.J.

2012-01-01

Full Text Available This study investigates the influence of curing age and mix proportions on the compressive strength of volcanic ash (VA blended cement laterized concrete. A total of 288 cubes of 100mm dimensions were cast and cured in water for 3, 7, 28, 56, 90 and 120 days of hydration with cement replacement by VA and sand replacement by laterite both ranging from 0 to 30% respectively while a control mix of 28-day target strength of 25N/mm2 (using British Method was adopted. The results show that the compressive strength of the VA-blended cement laterized concrete increased with the increase in curing age but decreased as the VA and laterite (LAT contents increased. The optimum replacement level was 20%LAT/20%VA. At this level the compressive strength increased with curing age at a decreasing rate beyond 28 days. The target compressive strength of 25N/mm2 was achieved for this mixture at 90 days of curing. VA content and curing age was noted to have significant effect (α ≤ 0.5 on the compressive strength of the VA-blended cement laterized concrete.

Potential of Using Recycled Low-Density Polyethylene in Wood Composites Board

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A. C. Igboanugo

2011-03-01

Full Text Available The aim of this study was to investigate the suitability of using recycled low density polyethylene (RLDPE in wood board manufacturing. The composite board was produced by compressive moulding by increasing the percentage LDPE from 30 to 50wt% with interval of 10wt% at a temperatures of 140 and 180oC, pressure of 30-40 Kg/cm2 and pressing time 7-13minutes. The microstructure and mechanical properties: modulus of rupture (MOR, modulus of elasticity (MOE, Tensile strength, impact strength properties of boards were determined. The results showed that high modulus of rupture of 20.31N/mm2and MOE of 1363N/mm2 were obtained from board produced at 140oC, 60/40wt% wood particles/LDPE content. The uniform distribution of the particles and the recycled LDPE in the microstructure of the composites board is the major factor responsible for the improvement in the mechanical properties. The results showed that the MOE, MOR meets the minimum requirements of the European standards, for general purpose. The boards produced had tensile strength that is within the requirement. Hence this LDPE can be used in board production for general purpose applications.

Evaluating the effects of pentoxifylline administration on experimental pressure sores in rats by biomechanical examinations.

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Velaei, Kobra; Bayat, Mohammad; Torkman, Giti; Rezaie, Fatemealsadat; Amini, Abdollah; Noruzian, Mohsen; Tavassol, Azaedh; Bayat, Mehernoush

2012-09-01

This study used a biomechanical test to evaluate the effects of pentoxifylline administration on the wound healing process of an experimental pressure sore induced in rats. Under general anesthesia and sterile conditions, experimental pressure sores generated by no. 25 Halsted mosquito forceps were inflicted on 12 adult male rats. Pentoxifylline was injected intraperitoneally at a dose of 50 mg/kg daily from the day the pressure sore was generated, for a period of 20 days. At the end of 20 days, rats were sacrificed and skin samples extracted. Samples were biomechanically examined by a material testing instrument for maximum stress (N mm(2)), work up to maximum force (N), and elastic stiffness (N/mm). In the experimental group, maximum stress (2.05±0.15) and work up to maximum force (N/mm) (63.75±4.97) were significantly higher than the control group (1.3±0.27 and 43.3±14.96, P=0.002 and P=0.035, respectively). Pentoxifylline administration significantly accelerated the wound healing process in experimental rats with pressure sores, compared to that of the control group.

Effects of fluids on microvascular perfusion in patients with severe sepsis.

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Ospina-Tascon, Gustavo; Neves, Ana Paula; Occhipinti, Giovanna; Donadello, Katia; Büchele, Gustavo; Simion, Davide; Chierego, Maria-Luisa; Silva, Tatiana Oliveira; Fonseca, Adriana; Vincent, Jean-Louis; De Backer, Daniel

2010-06-01

To evaluate the effects of fluid administration on microcirculatory alterations in sepsis. With a Sidestream Dark Field device, we evaluated the effects of fluids on the sublingual microcirculation in 60 patients with severe sepsis. These patients were investigated either within 24 h (early, n = 37) or more than 48 h (late, n = 23) after a diagnosis of severe sepsis. Hemodynamic and microcirculatory measurements were obtained before and 30 min after administration of 1,000 ml Ringer's lactate (n = 29) or 400 ml 4% albumin (n = 31) solutions. Fluid administration increased perfused small vessel density from 3.5 (2.9-4.3) to 4.4 (3.7-4.9) n/mm (p density from 5.3 (4.4-5.9) to 5.6 (4.8-6.3) n/mm (p fluids were not related to changes in cardiac index (R(2) = 0.05, p = ns) or mean arterial pressure (R(2) = 0.04, p = ns). In this non-randomized trial, fluid administration improved microvascular perfusion in the early but not late phase of sepsis. This effect is independent of global hemodynamic effects and of the type of solution.

PERANCANGAN ALAT PENGGILING IKAN DENGAN PENDEKATAN ERGONOMI UNTUK MENINGKATKAN PRODUKTIVITAS

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Saufik Luthfianto

2017-04-01

Full Text Available Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk merancang mesin giling ikan yang sesuai dengan desain ergonomicn, menghasilkan mesin penggiling ikan yang mempunyai produktivitas dengan rancangan kekuatan material alat dan mesin motor serta menghitung kapasitas produksi, BEP dan total biaya hasil prodiksi. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kuantitatif dengan perancangan ergonomic. Hasil penelitian ini adalah Perhitungan anthropometri dapat ditentukan fasilitas kerja operator dengan dimensi kursi dengan tinggi 44 cm dan meja dengan tinggi 67 cm, lebar 63 cm, panjang 130 cm yang digunakan operator pada proses penggilingan ikan yang dirancang. Penentuan kualitas motor dapat ditentukan dengan daya motor sebesar 2,83 Kw atau 3 Hp, diameter puli sebesar 20 cm, sabuk pertama 61 inch, sabuk 2 sebesar 68 inch, dengan bahan poros ST 42, tegangan tarik 420 N/mm2, bahan elektroda AWS 60xx, Kekuatan tarik elektroda sebesar 427,21 N/mm2, Tebal Pengelasan sebesar 3 mm, lebar pengelasan 40 mm dan factor keamanan sebesar N=3. Rancangan alat pengiling ikan dapat memproduksi sebanyak 39.600 gram atau lebih maka sudah berada pada titik impas (BEP atau sudah mendapat keuntungan. Biaya total yang dibutuhkan untuk membuat 39.600 gram Rp 365.522,-

Comparative analysis of the properties of concrete produced with ...

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Compressive and flexural strength values of concrete produced with PLC grade 42.5R were higher than values obtained with grade 32.5. The 28 day compressive strength values of concrete produced with PLC grade 42.5R were, 28.0, 30.0, 35.0, and 40.0 N/mm,2 while values of 22.0, 28.0, 33.0 and 35.0 were obtained ...

A preliminary biomechanical study of a novel carbon-fibre hip implant versus standard metallic hip implants.

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Bougherara, Habiba; Zdero, Rad; Dubov, Anton; Shah, Suraj; Khurshid, Shaheen; Schemitsch, Emil H

2011-01-01

Total hip arthroplasty is a widespread surgical approach for treating severe osteoarthritis of the human hip. Aseptic loosening of standard metallic hip implants due to stress shielding and bone loss has motivated the development of new materials for hip prostheses. Numerically, a three-dimensional finite element (FE) model that mimicked hip implants was used to compare a new hip stem to two commercially available implants. The hip implants simulated were a novel CF/PA12 carbon-fibre polyamide-based composite hip stem, the Exeter hip stem (Stryker, Mahwah, NJ, USA), and the Omnifit Eon (Stryker, Mahwah, NJ, USA). A virtual axial load of 3 kN was applied to the FE model. Strain and stress distributions were computed. Experimentally, the three hip stems had their distal portions rigidly mounted and had strain gauges placed along the surface at 3 medial and 3 lateral locations. Axial loads of 3 kN were applied. Measurements of axial stiffness and strain were taken and compared to FE analysis. The overall linear correlation between FE model versus experimental strains showed reasonable results for the lines-of-best-fit for the Composite (Pearson R(2)=0.69, slope=0.82), Exeter (Pearson R(2)=0.78, slope=0.59), and Omnifit (Pearson R(2)=0.66, slope=0.45), with some divergence for the most distal strain locations. From FE analysis, the von Mises stress range for the Composite stem was much lower than that in the Omnifit and Exeter implants by 200% and 45%, respectively. The preliminary experiments showed that the Composite stem stiffness (1982 N/mm) was lower than the metallic hip stem stiffnesses (Exeter, 2460 N/mm; Omnifit, 2543 N/mm). This is the first assessment of stress, strain, and stiffness of the CF/PA12 carbon-fibre hip stem compared to standard commercially-available devices. Copyright © 2010 IPEM. Published by Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.

Produksi Panel Dinding Bangunan Tahan Gempa dan Ramah Lingkungan dari Limbah Bahan Berbahaya dan Beracun Industri Minyak dan Gas

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Luqman Hakim

2015-10-01

Full Text Available Berdasarkan hasil uji karakteristik fisik terhadap panel dinding dari komposit limbah industry migas berupa activated alumina, sandblasting dan glasswall yang telah dilakukan pada tahun pertama diketahui bahwa kuat lentur tertinggi diperoleh dari sampel B4 yaitu sebesar 67,8 Kg/Cm2 dengan standar DIN 1101 17 Kg/cm2, kuat desak sampel B 2 68,31 N/mm2 dengan standar bata merah 25 N/mm2 dan batako 20 N/mm2 dan tingkat keausan terendah diperoleh dari sampel 37 streap. Dari hasil tersebut diketahui bahwa uji telah memiliki kemampuan lebih tinggi jika dibandingkan dengan standar yang berlaku. Maka pada penelitian lanjutan yang akan dilakukan bertujuan untuk mempelajari apakah produk panel dinding ini ramah lingkungan sehingga aman bagi kesehatan manusia dan lingkungan sekitarnya.Penelitian dilakukan dengan menggunakan metode uji toxicity characteristic leaching procedure (TCLP dan LC50 terhadap produk panel dinding terbaik. Uji TCLP yang akan dilakukan yaitu dengan cara mendestruksi dan ekstraksi produk panel dinding dengan menggunakan rotating agitator selama 24 jam kemudian diuji dengan menggunakan AAS untuk mengetahui konsentrasi logam berat yang terdapat dalam produl panel dinding. Adapun untuk uji LC50 dilakukan dengan menggunakan hewan uji larva udang atau tikus.Berdasarkan hasil uji TCLP dan LC50 diketahui bahwa: a Kadar kandungan logam berat yang terdapat di dalam wall panel setelah dilakukan uji TCLP ternyata berada dibawah baku mutu seperti yang telah ditetapkan dalam PP No.85 Tahun 1999. Jadi ini artinya produk wall panel dalam penelitian ini ramah lingkungan, b pengujian terhadap bahan baku wall panel, Limbah Activated Alumina, Sandblasting dan Glasswoll sebelum di solidifikasi dapat mematikan sebesar 50% hewan uji pada konsentrasi 116.667 ppm dalam waktu 96 jam, dan c hasil uji LC50 terhadap produk wall panel selama 96 jam tidak menunjukkan adanya kematian hewan uji. Dari hasil penelitian ini dapat disimpulkan bahwa produk wall panel dari

"Me kõik oleme mõnikord puudega" / Pete Kercher ; interv. Sven Sapelson

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Kercher, Pete

2007-01-01

Liikumise "Design for all" juht liikumise eesmärkidest, hea disaini põhimõtete rakendamisest tehiskeskkonna kujundamisel, puudega inimeste ümbruse otstarbekast kujundamisest, elu paremaks muutmisest disaini abiga

Vanemuine otsib teed head teatrit hindava vaatajani / Sven Karja ; interv. Margot Visnap

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Karja, Sven, 1968-

2008-01-01

Vanemuise eesseisvast hooajast. 27. sept. Tartu Sadamateatris esietendunud Donald Margulies' draamast "Kogutud teosed", lavastaja Eva Klemets; novembris esietendusvast Billy Roche'i "Vaene loom vihma käes", lavastaja Liisa Smith ja teistest uuslavastustest lühidalt

Rate.ee asutaja tuleb turule sotsiaalse aktsiafondiga / Katre Pilvinski ; kommenteerinud Sven Kunsing

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Pilvinski, Katre

2010-01-01

Rate.ee asutaja Andrei Korobeinik toob turule sotsiaalse aktsiafondi cutefund.com, mille puhul otsustavad investorid ise milliseid aktsiaid osta ja müüa. Ettevõtete inkubaator The Difference Engine pakkus Korobeinikule võimaluse osaleda oma mentorlusprogrammis

Võigas ja seletamatu tsirkus : kaasaja ja alateadvuse pained "Agent Sinikaelas" / Sven Vabar

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Vabar, Sven

2002-01-01

Mängufilm "Agent Sinikael" : stsenaristid Marko Raat ja Andres Maimik : režissöör Marko Raat : operaator Arko Okk : helilooja Janek Murd : kunstnikud Margus Tammik ja Jaana Jüris : nimiosas Mait Malmsten : produtsendid Peeter Urbla ja Veiko Õunapuu : Exitfilm ja Suhkur Film, 2002

Brain Structure-function Couplings (FY11)

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2012-01-01

importance of context in the differential engagement of neural resources during task performance (Foerde et al., 2006), and further stressed that to better...sigmoid function. 4.3.3.1 Neural Mass Region State Space Formally, the NMM el is a dynamical system composed of six coupled first-order differential ...8, 1148–1150. Berger, H. Uber das elektrenkephalogramm des menschen. Archiv fur Psychiatrie und Nervenkrankheiten 1929, 87, 527. Börner, K

Optimizing Compressive Strength Characteristics of Hollow Building ...

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A range of 0%, 10%, 15%, 20% and 25% sand replacement with quarry dust was used in the cement: sand mix ratios of 1:6 and 1:8 for molding the blocks of size 450mm x 225mm x 225mm.These blocks were produced by machine compaction under a pressure of 3N/mm2. Results indicate that for mix ratio of 1:6 at 28 days ...

Geothermal-Related Thermo-Elastic Fracture Analysis by Numerical Manifold Method

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Jun He; Quansheng Liu; Zhijun Wu; Yalong Jiang

2018-01-01

One significant factor influencing geothermal energy exploitation is the variation of the mechanical properties of rock in high temperature environments. Since rock is typically a heterogeneous granular material, thermal fracturing frequently occurs in the rock when the ambient temperature changes, which can greatly influence the geothermal energy exploitation. A numerical method based on the numerical manifold method (NMM) is developed in this study to simulate the thermo-elastic fracturing ...

The last Viking King: a royal maternity case solved by ancient DNA analysis

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Dissing, Jørgen; Binladen, Jonas; Hansen, Anders

2006-01-01

Estridsen to haplogroup H; Estrid's sequence differed from that of Sven at two positions in HVR-1, 16093T-->C and 16304T-->C, indicating that she belongs to subgroup H5a. Given the maternal inheritance of mtDNA, offspring will have the same mtDNA sequence as their mother with the exception of rare cases...... doubts among historians whether the woman entombed was indeed Estrid. To shed light on this problem, we have extracted and analysed mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) from pulp of teeth from each of the two royals. Four overlapping DNA-fragments covering about 400bp of hypervariable region 1 (HVR-1) of the D...

Processer og metoder i det fejlfrie byggeri

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Jørgensen, Kirsten; Schultz, Casper Siebken; Bonke, Sten

-sjusk. I 2006 kunne BEC, Byggeriets Evaluerings Center, vise den første reelle opgørelse over registrere-de mangler ved aflevering blandt de evaluerede byggerier. Det førte til en offentlig debat og en del reaktioner fra byggeriets parter. I en efterfølgende dialog mellem Sven Bertelsen fra Lean Construc...... erfaringsbaseret for-ståelsesgrundlag for, ”hvordan de bedste projektledere gennemfører den gode byggeproces”. Med andre ord en beretning om ’best practice’, set ud fra et bestemt aktørperspektiv. Undervejs kom der øget fokus på betydningen af forskellige entrepriseformer, hvilket gav anledning til inddragelse af...

Arang aktif sekam padi sebagai bahan pengisi kompon sol karet

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Arum Yuniari

2003-06-01

Full Text Available Abstract The aim of this research was to investigate the properties of activated carbon from rice husk filler in their application on vulcanized rubber soles, and to determine its suitability for rubber compound, the properties of activated carbon from rice husk filler in their application on vulcanized rubber soles, and to determine its suitability for rubber compound, the properties of activated carbon made from rice husk was investigated by comparing with cabon black N 330. Activated carbon made from rice husk was made by carbonization process at temperature of 4500C for 1 hour and activation process with NaCL 4% for 24 hours followed by pyrolysis at temperature 5000C for 1 hour. Filler was milled and sieved by 400 mesh siefter. The research showed that using activated carbon in the amount 20 phr and carbon black N330 40 phr. Fulfill the requirement at SNI : 12-0172-1987 : Canvas shoes sole for general purpose, where as tensile strength 11,24 N/mm2, elongation at break : 699%, tear strength 2,97 N/mm2, hardness : 65,7 shore A, density 1,23 gram/cm2, permanent set 0,10%, abrasion 0,72 mm3/ kgm and flexing at 250 kcs no crack.

KENARLARI MASİFLİ VE MASİFSİZ MDF LEVHALARINDA KAVELA ÇAPLARININ ÇEKME DİRENCİNE ETKİLERİ

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Yalçın ÖRS

1999-03-01

Full Text Available Bu çalışmada, kenarları 5, 8 ve 12 mm kalınlığında kayın masif malzeme ile masiflenmiş ve masiflenmemiş orta yoğunlukta lif levha (MDF deney örneklerine 6, 8 ve 10 mm çapındaki kavelalar, 25 mm derinlikte delikler açılarak PVAc tutkalı ile yapıştırılmıştır. Hazırlanan örneklere aynı amaçla yapılmış bir çalışma örnek alınarak çekme deneyi uygulanmış ve kavela çapı ile masif malzeme kalınlığının kavela çekme direncine etkileri araştırılmıştır. Sonuç olarak kavela çekme direnci; en yüksek ? 6 mm kavela ve 8 mm kalınlıkta masifli MDF?de (2.294 N/mm 2 , en düşük ?10 mm kavela ve masifsiz MDF?de (1.314 N/mm 2 gerçekleşmiştir.

Palm Oil Fuel Ash (POFA and Eggshell Powder (ESP as Partial Replacement for Cement in Concrete

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Mohamad Mazizah Ezdiani

2018-01-01

Full Text Available This study is an attempt to partially replace Ordinary Portland cement (OPC in concrete with palm oil fuel ash (POFA and eggshell powder (ESP. The mix proportions of POFA and ESP were varied at 10% of cement replacement and compared with OPC concrete as control specimen. The fineness of POFA is characterized by passing through 300 μm sieve and ESP by passing through 75 μm sieve. Compressive strength testing was conducted on concrete specimens to determine the optimum mix proportion of POFA and ESP. Generally the compressive strength of OPC concrete is higher compared to POFA-ESP concrete. Based on the results of POFA-ESP concrete overall, it shows that the optimum mix proportion of concrete is 6%POFA:4% ESP achieved compressive strength of 38.60 N/mm2 at 28 days. The compressive strength of OPC concrete for the same period was 42.37 N/mm2. Higher water demand in concrete is needed due to low fineness of POFA that contributing to low compressive strength of POFA-ESP concrete. However, the compressive strength and workability of the POFA-ESP concrete were within the ranges typically encountered in regular concrete mixtures indicating the viability of this replacement procedure for structural and non-structural applications.

In Vitro Comparison of Two Barbed Suture Configurations for Flexor Tendon Repair.

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Engel, Jamie L; Gabra, Joseph N; Esterle, Andrew R; Lanzinger, William D; Elias, John J

2017-12-01

Purpose  The current study compares the strength of a previously studied technique for flexor tendon repair with barbed sutures to an experimental approach that aligns all the barbs to oppose distraction. Methods  Twelve flexor tendons from cadaveric specimens were mechanically tested following repair of simulated zone II tendon injuries. Two repair techniques utilizing barbed sutures were studied: the Marrero-Amadeo four-core barbed suture approach and the experimental configuration with all barbs on four cores opposing distraction. Maximum applied load at failure, that is, ultimate load, and 2-mm gap force were compared between the two repair techniques, both as raw values and after normalization to cross-sectional area of the intact tendon. Statistical testing was performed using t -tests and Mann-Whitney U -tests, where appropriate, with a significance level of 0.05. Results  The ultimate loads, raw (58.2 N) and normalized (4.8 N/mm 2 ), were significantly larger for the Marrero-Amadeo repair than the proposed experimental approach (35.6 N and 2.7 N/mm 2 ; p  barbs to oppose distraction does not improve strength of the repaired tendon. The Marrero-Amadeo technique was found to have superior strength for use in traumatic zone II flexor tendon injuries.

High-strength chromium--molybdenum rails

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Smith, Y.E.; Sawhill, J.M. Jr.; Cias, W.W.; Eldis, G.T.

1976-01-01

A laboratory study was conducted with the aim of developing an as-rolled rail of over 100 ksi (689 N/mm 2 ) yield strength. A series of compositions providing both pearlitic and bainitic microstructures was evaluated. A fine pearlitic structure was developed in a 0.73 percent C -- 0.83 percent Mn -- 0.16 percent Si -- 0.75 percent Cr -- 0.21 percent Mo steel by simulating the mill cooling rate of 132-lb/yd (65.5-kg/m) rail. Two 100-ton commercial heats were made of this approximate composition and processed into 132-lb/yd (65.5-kg/m) rail. Samples tested in the laboratory ranged from 109 to 125 ksi (750 to 860 N/mm 2 ) in yield strength. The chromium-molybdenum rails also exhibited excellent fracture toughness and fatigue properties. Sections of the rail were joined by both flash-butt welding and thermite welding. The hardness peaks produced in the flash-butt welds could be reduced by applying either a postweld current or an induction heating cycle. The high-strength chromium-molybdenum rails have been in service for over eight months in curved sections of an ore railway that carries over 55 million gross long tons per year. 7 tables, 18 figs

Palm Oil Fuel Ash (POFA) and Eggshell Powder (ESP) as Partial Replacement for Cement in Concrete

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Ezdiani Mohamad, Mazizah; Mahmood, Ali A.; Min, Alicia Yik Yee; Nur Nadhira A., R.

2018-03-01

This study is an attempt to partially replace Ordinary Portland cement (OPC) in concrete with palm oil fuel ash (POFA) and eggshell powder (ESP). The mix proportions of POFA and ESP were varied at 10% of cement replacement and compared with OPC concrete as control specimen. The fineness of POFA is characterized by passing through 300 μm sieve and ESP by passing through 75 μm sieve. Compressive strength testing was conducted on concrete specimens to determine the optimum mix proportion of POFA and ESP. Generally the compressive strength of OPC concrete is higher compared to POFA-ESP concrete. Based on the results of POFA-ESP concrete overall, it shows that the optimum mix proportion of concrete is 6%POFA:4% ESP achieved compressive strength of 38.60 N/mm2 at 28 days. The compressive strength of OPC concrete for the same period was 42.37 N/mm2. Higher water demand in concrete is needed due to low fineness of POFA that contributing to low compressive strength of POFA-ESP concrete. However, the compressive strength and workability of the POFA-ESP concrete were within the ranges typically encountered in regular concrete mixtures indicating the viability of this replacement procedure for structural and non-structural applications.

Development of the mechanical properties of engineered skin substitutes after grafting to full-thickness wounds.

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Sander, Edward A; Lynch, Kaari A; Boyce, Steven T

2014-05-01

Engineered skin substitutes (ESSs) have been reported to close full-thickness burn wounds but are subject to loss from mechanical shear due to their deficiencies in tensile strength and elasticity. Hypothetically, if the mechanical properties of ESS matched those of native skin, losses due to shear or fracture could be reduced. To consider modifications of the composition of ESS to improve homology with native skin, biomechanical analyses of the current composition of ESS were performed. ESSs consist of a degradable biopolymer scaffold of type I collagen and chondroitin-sulfate (CGS) that is populated sequentially with cultured human dermal fibroblasts (hF) and epidermal keratinocytes (hK). In the current study, the hydrated biopolymer scaffold (CGS), the scaffold populated with hF dermal skin substitute (DSS), or the complete ESS were evaluated mechanically for linear stiffness (N/mm), ultimate tensile load at failure (N), maximum extension at failure (mm), and energy absorbed up to the point of failure (N-mm). These biomechanical end points were also used to evaluate ESS at six weeks after grafting to full-thickness skin wounds in athymic mice and compared to murine autograft or excised murine skin. The data showed statistically significant differences (p clinical morbidity from graft loss.

Botulinum Neurotoxin A Injections Influence Stretching of the Gastrocnemius Muscle-Tendon Unit in an Animal Model

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Christopher J. Tuohy

2012-08-01

Full Text Available Botulinum Neurotoxin A (BoNT-A injections have been used for the treatment of muscle contractures and spasticity. This study assessed the influence of (BoNT-A injections on passive biomechanical properties of the muscle-tendon unit. Mouse gastrocnemius muscle (GC was injected with BoNT-A (n = 18 or normal saline (n = 18 and passive, non-destructive, in vivo load relaxation experimentation was performed to examine how the muscle-tendon unit behaves after chemical denervation with BoNT-A. Injection of BoNT-A impaired passive muscle recovery (15% vs. 35% recovery to pre-stretching baseline, p < 0.05 and decreased GC stiffness (0.531 ± 0.061 N/mm vs. 0.780 ± 0.037 N/mm, p < 0.05 compared to saline controls. The successful use of BoNT-A injections as an adjunct to physical therapy may be in part attributed to the disruption of the stretch reflex; thereby modulating in vivo passive muscle properties. However, it is also possible that BoNT-A injection may alter the structure of skeletal muscle; thus modulating the in vivo passive biomechanical properties of the muscle-tendon unit.

Locking plate fixation provides superior fixation of humerus split type greater tuberosity fractures than tension bands and double row suture bridges.

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Gaudelli, Cinzia; Ménard, Jérémie; Mutch, Jennifer; Laflamme, G-Yves; Petit, Yvan; Rouleau, Dominique M

2014-11-01

This paper aims to determine the strongest fixation method for split type greater tuberosity fractures of the proximal humerus by testing and comparing three fixation methods: a tension band with No. 2 wire suture, a double-row suture bridge with suture anchors, and a manually contoured calcaneal locking plate. Each method was tested on eight porcine humeri. A osteotomy of the greater tuberosity was performed 50° to the humeral shaft and then fixed according to one of three methods. The humeri were then placed in a testing apparatus and tension was applied along the supraspinatus tendon using a thermoelectric cooling clamp. The load required to produce 3mm and 5mm of displacement, as well as complete failure, was recorded using an axial load cell. The average load required to produce 3mm and 5mm of displacement was 658N and 1112N for the locking plate, 199N and 247N for the double row, and 75N and 105N for the tension band. The difference between the three groups was significant (Prow (456N) and tension band (279N) (Prow (71N/mm) and tension band (33N/mm) (Pbiomechanical fixation for split type greater tuberosity fractures. Copyright © 2014 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.

Influence of Sawdust as an Aggregate in the Production of Interlocking Pavers

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Olayiwola Olaleye AJALA

2017-03-01

Full Text Available The study was conducted to determine the effect of incorporating sawdust into the production of interlocking pavers. Sawdust, stone dust, cement and sharp-sand were combined in different mixing ratios of 2:4:2:0, 2:3:2:1, 2:2:2:2, 3:1:2:2 and 0:3:2:3 respectively with five replicates of each treatment. The interlocking pavers produced were tested for weight, density, hardness, compressive and impact strength. The Analysis of Variance was conducted to test the significance of the strength properties of the pavers produced. The results showed that pavers produced with mixing ratio 0:3:2:3 has the highest mean density and mean compressive strength at 1.58kg/m3 and 4.72N/mm2 respectively, closely followed by ratio 2:2:2:2 which has the highest mean impact strength at 4.39J, compressive strength of 3.26N/mm2 , hardness of 1.70kg and mean density of 1.20kg/m3 . However there is no significant difference in the interlocking pavers’ degree of resistance to abrasion (hardness. It can be concluded that optimum replacement of aggregates exists in ratio 2:2:2:2 where 25% of sawdust can be utilized in each unit of interlocking paver.

A novel dental implant abutment with micro-motion capability--development and biomechanical evaluations.

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Chen, Yen-Yin; Chen, Weng-Pin; Chang, Hao-Hueng; Huang, Shih-Hao; Lin, Chun-Pin

2014-02-01

The aim of this study was to develop a novel dental implant abutment with a micro-motion mechanism that imitates the biomechanical behavior of the periodontal ligament, with the goal of increasing the long-term survival rate of dental implants. Computer-aided design software was used to design a novel dental implant abutment with an internal resilient component with a micro-motion capability. The feasibility of the novel system was investigated via finite element analysis. Then, a prototype of the novel dental implant abutment was fabricated, and the mechanical behavior was evaluated. The results of the mechanical tests and finite element analysis confirmed that the novel dental implant abutment possessed the anticipated micro-motion capability. Furthermore, the nonlinear force-displacement behavior apparent in this micro-motion mechanism imitated the movement of a human tooth. The slope of the force-displacement curve of the novel abutment was approximately 38.5 N/mm before the 0.02-mm displacement and approximately 430 N/mm after the 0.03-mm displacement. The novel dental implant abutment with a micro-motion mechanism actually imitated the biomechanical behavior of a natural tooth and provided resilient function, sealing, a non-separation mechanism, and ease-of-use. Copyright © 2013 Academy of Dental Materials. All rights reserved.

Mechanical Properties Studies of Components Formulation for Mixing Process Contain of Polypropylene, Polyethylene, and Aluminium Powder

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Hamsi, A.; Dinzi, R.

2017-03-01

Certain powder and others components can induce toxic reactions if not properly handled in the mixing stage. During handling, the small particles can become airborne and be trapped in the lungs, another concern is inhomogeneities in the mixing process. Uniform quantities of the particles of the components are needed in all portions of the mixture. This paper reports the results of mechanical properties studies of mixing three components formulation for mixing process. Contain of Polyethylene (PE), Polyprophylene (PP) and Aluminium Powder. Powder mixer, Autodesk mold flow and computer based on excell method was carried out to study the influence of each formulation component on the flow %, PE 20% and Aluminium powder 2%. Macroscopic optic and macro photo was carried out to identify the homogenity of mixing, tensile test for identify the strength of component after mixing. Finally the optimal tensile test with composition PP 785,PE 20% and Aluminium powder 2% at speed 52 rpm, temperature 1500C, the tensile strength 20,92 N/mm2. At temperature 1600C, speed 100 rpm the optimum tensile strength 17,91 N/mm2. The result of simulation autodesk mold flow adviser the filling time 6 seconds. Otherwise on manual hot hidraulic press the time of filling 10 seconds.

Structural defects in electrodeposited Ni studied by positron annihilation

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Vertes, A.; Szeles, C.; Czako-Nagy, I.; Lakatos-Varsanyi, M.

1982-01-01

Structural investigation of electrodeposited Ni was carried out by positron annihilation (PA) technique. Additional Moessbauer effect and X-ray diffraction measurements were also performed. The samples were produced under different plating conditions resulting in stress in the range -100 to +600 N/mm 2 . From the positron lifetime measurements it seems that the defect pattern of electrodeposited Ni samples might be substantially different from sample to sample with different deposition and plating conditions. (Auth.)

Remote wind stress influence on mean sea level in a subtropical coastal region

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Mabel Calim Costa

2012-09-01

Full Text Available The purpose of this study was to assess the relative influence of remote wind stress on mean sea level (MSL variations in the coastal region of Cananeia (Sao Paulo State, Southern Brazil during the period from 1/1/1955 to 12/31/1993. An optimized low-pass Thompson filter for the study area, and spectral analysis (cross spectrum, coherence and phase lag of the relationship between the MSL and both parallel (T// and perpendicular (T| wind stress components were applied. These were extracted from four grid points of the NCEP/NCAR global model. The predominance of annual oscillations as those of greatest coherence and energy, of periods of approximately 341 days (frequency of 0.00293 cpd and 410 days (frequency of 0.00244 cpd, respectively, were observed. Offshore NCEP/NCAR grid points were those with the highest coherence and energy throughout the study in relation to the observed MSL. This may be linked to the restriction of the NCEP/NCAR model as regards the inland limit. It is also concluded that remote wind stress may play an important role in several MSL time scales, including the annual ones. Based on criteria such as coherence and energy peaks, the wind stress component of greatest effect on MSL was the parallel one.O presente estudo tem por objetivo avaliar a influência relativa de tensão do vento remoto na variação do nível médio do mar (NMM para a região costeira de Cananéia (SP durante o período de 1/1/1955 a 31/12/1993. Foram aplicados um filtro de passa-baixa de Thompson (1983, otimizado para a região de Cananéia, além de análise espectral (espectro cruzado, coerência e defasagem entre o NMM e as componentes paralela (T// e perpendicular (T| da tensão do vento. Estas foram extraídas de quatro pontos de grade do modelo global NCEP/NCAR. Observou-se a predominância das oscilações anuais como aquelas de maior coerência e energia, destacando-se os períodos de aproximadamente 341 dias (frequência de 0,00293 cpd e 410

President annab 400 inimesele teenetemärgi / Sven Saun, Kaire Korpe, Lehte Ilves

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Saun, Sven

2002-01-01

Vabariigi aastapäeva puhul saab teenetemärgi 400 inimest, kelle hulgas on Edgar Savisaare valitsuse ministrid ja need EV Ülemnõukogu liikmed, kes augustis 1991 hääletasid omariikluse poolt. Kommenteerivad ordenisaajad. Samas: Läänemaaga seotud teenetemärgi saajad

Russia puts Europe to a test of morality / Vytautas Landsbergis ; interv. Sven Becker

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Landsbergis, Vytautas

2006-01-01

Euroopa Parlamendi liige vastab küsimustele, mis puudutavad Leedut Euroopa Liidu liikmesriigina, Euroopa Liidu ja Venemaa suhteid, Vene-Saksa gaasitoru ja Leedu sisepoliitikat. Lisa: Vytautas Landsbergise CV

Strength of suture anchor versus transosseous tunnel in anatomic reconstruction of the ankle lateral ligaments: a biomechanical study.

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Li, Hong-Yun; Hua, Ying-Hui; Wu, Zi-Ying; Chen, Bo; Chen, Shi-Yi

2013-11-01

The purpose of this study was to compare the biomechanical characteristics of fixation with 2-suture anchors versus transosseous tunnel fixation in anatomic reconstruction of the ankle lateral ligaments. Six matched pairs of human cadaveric ankles underwent anatomic lateral ankle reconstruction, and fixation of the graft on the talus was achieved with 2 suture anchors or a transosseous tunnel. Ankles for the transosseous tunnel group were chosen at random, with the paired contralateral ankles used for the 2-suture anchor group. Half of the peroneus brevis tendon was harvested as a graft. For each technique, one end of the tendon was secured to the original insertion point of the anterior talofibular ligament (ATFL) at the talus, whereas the other end was armed with 2 No. 5 nonabsorbable sutures (Ethicon, Somerville, NJ) and passed through the bone tunnel in the fibula. Biomechanical testing was performed by applying the force in line with the graft. Load to failure was determined at a displacement rate of 50 mm/min. The load-displacement curve, maximum load at failure (N), and stiffness (N/mm) were recorded and compared between the 2 techniques. There was no difference between constructs in the 2-suture anchor group and the transosseous tunnel group in terms of the ultimate load and stiffness (161.8 ± 47.6 N v 171.9 ± 76.0 N; P = .92; 4.59 ± 1.85 N/mm v 5.77 ± 1.98 N/mm; P = .35). Most constructs failed because of anchor pullout in the 2-suture anchor group (5 of 6) and fracture of the bony bridge in the transosseous tunnel group (6 of 6). The strength of fixation with suture anchors in anatomic reconstruction of the ankle lateral ligaments was equivalent to transosseous tunnel fixation as determined with biomechanical testing. However, this study did not prove that one is advantageous over the other. Both techniques showed excellent biomechanical results. Therefore, the 2-suture anchor fixation approach can be safely used in anatomic reconstruction of the

Stress concentration factor and stress intensity factor on hard metals in connection with the wear characteristics

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Dawihl, W.; Altmeyer, G.

1977-01-01

Description of a method to determine stress intensity factors on hard metals by lapping in notches of different diameter. Dependence of the values of the stress intensity factors on the size of the notch base diameter. For tungsten carbide hard metals with 6% Co, determination of a final value of 250 Nmm -3 / 2 . Characterisation of the stress intensity factor governed by the surface roughness which is decisive for the assessment of the wear-resistant behaviour. (orig.) [de

Muusika : TMKK 40. Tüüri Viiulikontsert USAs. Tormise autorikontsert Moskvas. Larsen Strings Eestis. "Jazzkaare" uudised. Itaalia koreograafi balletikeel Estonias / Tiina Mattisen

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Mattisen, Tiina

2001-01-01

8.XI esitles TMKK EMA kammersaalis sünnipäevapuhust raamatut ja CDd. USAs Cincinnati Music Hallis kõlab Erkki-Sven Tüüri Viiulikontsert. 21.X leiab Rahmaninovi-nim. saalis Moskvas aset Veljo Tormise autoriõhtu. 8.ئ10.XI viibis Eestis Morten Drasbek, eksklusiivseid pillikeeli ja muid keelpillitarvikuid tootva Taani firma Larsen Strings esindaja. 7.XI "Jazzkaare" kontserdil "Georg Otsa jälgedes" kõlasid Uno Loobi ja Estonian All Stars bändi esituses Georg Otsa kontsertide menulood. Prantsuse jazzkvartett 32 Janvier esines oma Skandinaavia-turneel 14.XI Von Krahli teatris. Rahvusooperis Estonia alustas 8.XI proove itaalia koreograaf Mauro Bigonzetti, kelle koreograafiat saab näha märtsis esietenduvas Delibes'i balletis "Coppelia"

The VW Tuareg; Der VW Touareg

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Basshuysen, Richard van; Siebenpfeiffer, Wolfgang (eds.)

2010-03-15

The brochure under consideration reports on the new VW Tuareg constructed by Volkswagen AG (Wolfsburg, Federal Republic of Germany) and consists of the following contributions: (a) The new Touareg (Jochen Boehle); (b) Package and ergonomics (Martin Wiel); (c) 'La Semplicitr' - The design of the new Touareg (Klaus Bischoff); (d) The new Touareg - A SUV of the modern times (Ralph Nieraese, Volker Rathje); (e) The drive (Henning Nissel); (f) The new Tuareg hybrid (Jochen Boehle, Bernd Stiebels); (g) The chassis (Sven Albrecht); (h) Car body electronics and infotainment (Thomas Kiesewetter); (i) Driver assistance systems (Reiner Katzwinkel, Stephan Kopischke); (j) Safety of the car - Integral safety (Peter Hennig); (k) The car body (Susann Mussehl); (l) the interieur (Babette Stange).

Neutron Scattering Activity at Los Alamos National Laboratory

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Bourke, M.A.M.

2015-01-01

The nondestructive and bulk penetrating aspects of neutron scattering techniques make them well suited to the study of materials from the nuclear energy sector (particularly those which are radioactive). This report provides a summary of the facility, LANSCE, which is used at Los Alamos National laboratory for these studies. It also provides a brief description of activities related to line broadening studies of radiation damage and recent imaging and offers observations about the outlook for future activity. The work alluded to below was performed during the period of the CRP by researchers that included but were not limited to; Sven Vogel and Don Brown of Los Alamos National Laboratory; and Anton Tremsin of the University of California, Berkeley. (author)

Bellahøj. Ballerup. Brøndby Strand

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Bertelsen, S.

I maj 1945 var forventningerne store, og alle så frem til at "der snart ville komme en båd med bananer". Det gjaldt ikke mindst for byggeriet, som så frem til at afhjælpe den store boligmangel. Det tog tid, men opgaven blev løst - gennem udvikling og industrialisering. Byggeriets udvikling - især...... det der skete? Hvem tog initiativet? Hvorfor lykkedes det med så stor succes, som det faktisk gjorde? Hvilke tanker, idealer og indgreb var udgangspunkt for den store indsats? På grundlag af disse spørgsmål har Sven Bertelsen i "Bellahøj - Ballerup - Brøndby Strand" skildret en væsentlig epoke i dansk...

Pengaruh penggunaan nitril butadiene rubber dan pale crepe pada pembuatan sol karet untuk sepatu pengaman

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Arum Yuniari

2010-06-01

Full Text Available Abstract Rubber sole for safety shoes was different on physical specification with general sole, especially on abrasion resistance and oil resistance. The objective of the study was to determine the effect of nitril butadiene rubber and pale crepe on physical properties of vulcanized rubber sole for safety shoes. Rubber sole for safety shoes was produced by blending pale crepe and nitril butadiene rubber with ratio of : 50/50; 60/40; 70/30 and 80/20 phr, respectively. Carbon black as filler was also variated with, 40 ; 50 and 60 phr. Compounding processing used two roll mill machine and vulcanized rubber sole was by using pressed use hydraulic press machine. The results showed that vulcanized rubber sole for safety shoes with good quality consist of pale crepe and NBR 80/20 phr and carbon black 40 phr, which was characterized by tensile strength 16.81 N/mm2, tear strength 11.68 N/mm, density 1.12 g/cm3, abrasion resistance 58.51 mm3, hardness 71.60 shore A, resistance to cut growth 30.000 times was 1.15 mm and oil resistance 65.44%, respectively. The quality parameters was complied with standard quality of SNI 0111 : 2009, for safety shoes from leather and vulcanized rubber sole that fulfill oil reistance parameter.

IMPACTS OF DIFFERENT JOINT ANGLES AND ADHESIVES ON DIAGONAL TENSION PERFORMANCES OF BOX-TYPE FURNITURE

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Musa Atar

2010-02-01

Full Text Available The goal of this study was to determine the effects of different joint angles and adhesives on diagonal tension performances of the box-type furniture made from solid wood and medium density fiberboard (MDF. After drilling joints of 75º, 78º, 81º, 84º, and 87º degrees on Oriental beech, European oak, Scotch pine, and MDF samples, a diagonal tensile test was applied on corners glued with polyvinyl acetate (PVAc and polyurethane (D-VTKA = Desmodur-Vinyl Trieketonol Acetate according to ASTM D 1037 standard. With reference to the obtained results, the highest tensile strength was obtained in European oak with PVAc glue and joint angle of 84º, while the lowest value was obtained in MDF with D-VTKA glue and joint angle of 75º. Considering the interaction of wood, adhesive, and joint angle, the highest tensile strength was obtained in European oak with joint angle of 81º and D-VTKA glue (1.089 N.mm-2, whereas the lowest tensile strength was determined in MDF with joint angle of 75º and PVAc glue (0.163 N.mm-2. Therefore, PVAc as glue and 81º as joint angle could be suggested to obtain some advantageous on the dovetail joint process for box-type furniture made from both solid wood and MDF.

Reuse of wastewater sludge with marine clay as a new resource of construction aggregates.

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Tay, J H; Show, K Y; Lee, D J; Hong, S Y

2004-01-01

The disposal of sludge from wastewater treatment presents highly complex problems to any municipality. Most of the sludge disposal methods have varying degrees of environmental impact. Hence, it is necessary to explore potential areas of reuse in order to alleviate sludge disposal problems and to conserve natural resources. Industrial sludge and marine clay are two forms of high-volume wastes. Using these wastes as a resource of raw materials to produce construction aggregates would enable large-scale sludge reuse. The aggregates were produced at various sludge-clay combinations containing 0, 20, 50, 80 and 100% clay contents, respectively. The pelletized aggregates displayed lower particle densities ranged between 1.48 and 2.25 g/cm3, compared to the density of granite at 2.56 g/cm3. Good 28-day concrete compressive strength of 38.5 N/mm2 achieved by the 100% sludge aggregate was comparable to the value of 38.0 N/mm2 achieved of the granite control specimens. The leachate contamination levels from the aggregates after 150 days were found acceptable when used in concrete, indicating insignificant environmental contamination. The heat flow study showed increases in heat flow at the temperatures of 480 degrees C and between 660 degrees C and 900 degrees C, indicating a need for the extension of heating time around these temperatures.

Biomechanical adaptations of mice cortical bone submitted to three different exercise modalities

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Frajacomo, Fernando Tadeu Trevisan; Falcai, Maurício José; Fernandes, Cleverson Rodrigues; Shimano, Antonio Carlos; Garcia, Sérgio Britto

2013-01-01

Objective To compare the adaptive effects of three non-weight bearing exercise on bone mechanical properties. Methods 24 male Balb/c mice (22-25g), were randomly divided into four groups (n=6): sedentary group (S); swimming group (N) which performed sessions five times per week for 60 min progressively; resistance group (R), which performed climbing exercise with progressive load, three times per week; and combined group (C), which performed the same protocols aforementioned being three times a week according to N protocol and two times a week the R protocol during eight weeks. Biomechanical tests, load until failure and stiffness evaluation of shinbone was performed after animals have been sacrificed. Results Stiffness values were statistically higher only in the isolated modalities groups (N and R, 41.68 ± 10.43 and 41.21 ± 11.38 N/mm, respectively) compared with the S group (28.48 ± 7.34 N/mm). However, taking into consideration the final body mass, relative values, there was no difference in the biomechanical tests among the groups. Conclusion Data from the present investigation demonstrated a favorable influence of muscle contraction in lower impact isolated exercise modalities on absolute stiffness values, i.e.groups N and R, whereas the combined group (C) did not present any statistical significant difference compared to sedentary group. Level of Evidence II, Prospective Comparative Study. PMID:24453691

Pemanfaatan zeolit sebagai bahan pengisi dalam pembuatan karet sponge untuk tatakan sepatu

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Herminiwati Herminiwati

2007-06-01

Full Text Available The purpose of this research was to study the effect of zeolite as filler in the preparation of sponge rubber for shoe insocks. During wearing period of shoes, unpleasant odor often smell for the result of sweat accumulation and their decomposition by microorganism. Besides as rubber filler, zeolit has odor adsorption function. The formula of rbber sponge could be as the following : crepe rubber 100 phr, paraffinic oil 20 phr, ZnO 10 phr, stearic acid 5 phr, MBTS 1 phr, TMTD 0.25 phr, anti-oxidant 1 phr and sulphur 2 phr. To obtain the best sponge rubber formula, some experiment was done by formulating variation of zeolite and blowing agent AZDM in the amount of 25, 50, 75 phr and 5, 10, 15 phr respectively. The vulcanization process was carried-out at temperature 140oC for minutes by compression moulding. The research showed that the best formula with high odor absorption was consist of zeolite 50 phr and blowing agent AZDM 5 phr. The sponge rubber had odor adsorption 93,47%, and the physical properties were as follow: tensile strength 2.018 N/mm2, elongation at break 251%, tear strength 1.029 N/mm2, density 0.717 g/cm3, and compression set 36.38%. Odor absorption was tested by using gas chromatography.

Radiation transmission window, especially for X-ray image amplifier

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Christgau, H.; Bodes, U.

1979-01-01

The vacuum steel bulb of the image amplifier is closed by means of an Al window. Tightness of the joint between windowpane and window frame is obtained by a diffusion weld for which edge parts with Al coating, a pressure between 60 and 180 N/mm 2 and a temperature of 200 up to 500 0 C were provided. For weld improvemente the points of the Al windows to be connected may be nickle-plated before silvering them. (DG) [de

Histologia da pele da carpa prateada (Hypophtalmichthys molitrix e testes de resistência do couro Histology of silver-plated carp skin (Hypophtalmichthys molitrix and leather resistance tests

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Maria Luiza Rodrigues de Souza

2006-08-01

Full Text Available Este estudo foi realizado com os objetivos de analisar a histologia da pele e avaliar a influência da técnica de curtimento e da posição da retirada do corpo-de-prova sobre a qualidade da pele de carpa prateada (Hypophtalmichthys molitrix. Vinte e três peixes foram insensibilizados para retirada das peles para curtimento. Amostras referentes a três peixes foram fixadas em formol 10%. Após a inclusão em parafina, foram cortadas com aproximadamente 5 mm de espessura e coradas pela técnica de hematoxilina-eosina (HE. Após o curtimento das peles, foram retirados os corpos-de-prova para os testes de resistência. Os testes foram realizados com dinamômetro EMIC, com velocidade de afastamento entre cargas de 100 ± 20 mm/mm, em ambiente climatizado a 23ºC e umidade relativa do ar de 50% por um período de 24 horas. As peles curtidas com sais de cromo apresentaram maior resistência à tração (16,96 N/mm², ao alongamento (51,49% e ao rasgamento progressivo (16,75 N/mm quando comparadas àquelas curtidas sem sais de cromo (tração = 9,12 N/mm², alongamento = 17,48% e rasgamento = 11,36 N/mm. O sentido da retirada dos corpos-de-prova não interferiu nas características de tração, elongação, carga de ruptura, rasgo, força máxima e carga de força. A técnica de curtimento (utilizando ou não sais de cromo influencia a resistência das peles de carpa prateada. A técnica empregando os sais de cromo proporciona maior resistência ao couro.The objectives of this trial were to analyze the skin histology and to evaluate the influence of tanning technique and the direction removal of samples on skin quality of silver-plated carp (Hypophtalmichthys molitrix. Twenty-three fishes were sacrificed and the skin was removed for tanning. Samples of three fishes were settled in formol 10% and, after inclusion in paraffin, the samples were cut with approximately 5 mm of thickness and colored by the hematoxylin-eosin technique (HE. After skin

Surface-near geothermal power. Handling of hydro-economic requirements in the practice; Oberflaechennahe Geothermie. Umgang mit den wasserwirtschaftlichen Anforderungen in der Praxis

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2009-12-15

Within the meeting of the Bavarian Environment Agency (Augsburg, Federal Republic of Germany) at 1st December, 2009, the following lectures were held: (1) Hydro-economical requirements and working assistance of the Bavarian Environment Agency (Hannes Berger); (2) Technology, dimensioning and safety devices for heat pumps and heat source plants soil - groundwater (Erich Ramming); (3) Well devices for the thermal utilization of the groundwater - planning, production and quality assurance (Michael Thoren); (4) Geothermal probes: Handling of raw materials and welding at the building site (Hubert Graf); (5) Geothermal probes - planning and calculation (Burkhard Sanner); (6) Geothermal probes - drilling operations (Sven Tewes); (7) Certification of drilling companies according to W 120 (Udo Peth); (8) Operation of geothermal plants - Examples from one-family house to football stadium (Arno Poehlmann).

Ilves kritiseeris USA juhtidega Venemaad / Dagne Hanschmidt

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Hanschmidt, Dagne

2008-01-01

Ilmunud ka: Postimees : na russkom jazõke 21. apr. lk. 4. President Toomas Hendrik Ilves kohtus töövisiidil Ameerika Ühendriikidesse USA asepresidendi Dick Cheney ja riigisekretär Condoleezza Rice'iga. Arutusel olid Euroopa Liidu suhted Venemaaga, Venemaa käitumine Gruusiaga, NATO viimase tippkohtumise tulemused. USA välisminister C. Rice avaldas Eesti presidendile tänu Eesti silmapaistva panuse eest Afganistanis. Kohtumisi kommenteerivad Riigikogu Euroopa Liidu asjade komisjoni esimees Marko Mihkelson ja Riigikogu väliskomisjoni esimees Sven Mikser. Vt. samas: Euroliit andis USA viisavabadusele rohelise tee. Euroopa Liidu sise- ja justiitsministrite kohtumisel kiideti heaks otsused, mis võimaldavad Eestil liituda USA viisavabadusprogrammiga. Vabariigi President töövisiidil Ameerika Ühendriikides 17.-23.04.2008

Kullavihm ja tähesadu. Muljeid 2006. aasta "Kuldse maski" festivalilt Moskvas / Sven Karja

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Karja, Sven, 1968-

2006-01-01

A. Tshehhovi "Onu Vanjal" põhinev "Stseenid maaelust" (Moskva teater "Okolo doma Stanislavskogo), "Polyphemose surm" (Moskva (pere)nukuteater Ten), N. Gogoli "Sinel" (lavastaja Valeri. Fokin, Sovremennik), "Koera ja hundi vahel" (lavastaja Andrei Mogutshi, Formaalne teater koostöös Nizza Rahvusteatriga), L. Andrejevi jutustuse põhjal "Jutt seitsmest ülespoodust" (lavastaja Mindaugas Karbauskis, Tabakovi teatri noortetrupp "Russian Case"), V. Nikiforova "Varjatud väljaminekud" (lavastaja Eduard Bojakov, Praktika), A. Tshehhov "Kirsiaed" ja A. Strindberg "Preili Julie" (mõlema lavastaja Jevgeni Martshell), W. Shakespeare "Kuningas Lear" (lavastaja Lev Dodin), M. Gorki "Põhjas" (lavastaja Lev Ehrenburg, Peterburi Väikene Draamateater)

EHL-i juhatuse arvamus töölepingu seaduse eelnõu kohta / Sven Rondik

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Rondik, Sven

2008-01-01

Eesti Haridustöötajate Liidu juhatus tegi TALO-le ettepaneku mitte kooskõlastada töölepingu seaduse (TLS) eelnõu esitatud kujul ja sotsiaalministeeriumile ettepaneku koostada uus eelnõu, kaasates sotsiaalpartnereid

Kivisildnik võttis järgmiseks hambusse Papa Jannseni / Sven Kivisildnik ; interv. Kaarel Kressa

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Kivisildnik, Sven, pseud., 1964-

2006-01-01

Seoses oma näidendi "Johann Woldemar Jannsen ehk Rahvavaenlase hind" esietendusega 16. mail L. Koidula Muuseumis Mart Viisitamme nimelise Pauerpointi Teatri esituses. Arvamusi Kivisildniku kohta avaldavad Berk Vaher ja Karl Martin Sinijärv

A Biomechanical Comparison of 3 Different Arthroscopic Lateral Ankle Stabilization Techniques in 36 Cadaveric Ankles.

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Cottom, James M; Baker, Joseph S; Richardson, Phillip E; Maker, Jared M

Arthroscopic lateral ankle stabilization has become an increasingly popular option among foot and ankle surgeons to address lateral ankle instability, because it combines a modified Broström-Gould procedure with the ability to address any intra-articular pathologic findings at the same session. The present study evaluated 3 different constructs in a cadaveric model. Thirty-six fresh frozen cadaver limbs were used, and the anterior talofibular ligament was identified and sectioned. The specimens were then placed into 1 of 3 groups. Group 1 received a repair with a single-row, 2-suture anchor construct; group 2 received repair with a novel, double-row, 4-anchor knotless construct; and group 3 received repair with a double-row, 3-anchor construct. Specimens were then tested for stiffness and load to ultimate failure using a customized jig. Stiffness was measured in each of the groups and was 12.10 ± 5.43 (range 5.50 to 22.24) N/mm for group 1, 13.40 ± 7.98 (range 6.71 to 36.28) N/mm for group 2, and 12.55 ± 4.00 (range 6.48 to 22.14) N/mm for group 3. No significant differences were found among the 3 groups in terms of stiffness (p = .939, 1-way analysis of variance, ɑ = 0.05). The groups were tested to failure, with observed force measurements of 156.43 ± 30.39 (range 83.69 to 192.00) N for group 1, 206.62 ± 55.62 (range 141.37 to 300.29) N for group 2, and 246.82 ± 82.37 (range 164.26 to 384.93) N for group 3. Statistically significant differences were noted between groups 1 and 3 (p = .006, 1-way analysis of variance, ɑ = 0.05). The results of the present study have shown that a previously reported arthroscopic lateral ankle stabilization procedure, when modified with an additional proximal suture anchor into the fibula, results in a statistically significant increase in strength in terms of the maximum load to failure. Additionally, we have described a previously unreported, knotless technique for arthroscopic lateral ankle

Does a trochanteric lag screw improve fixation of vertically oriented femoral neck fractures? A biomechanical analysis in cadaveric bone.

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Hawks, Michael A; Kim, Hyunchul; Strauss, Joseph E; Oliphant, Bryant W; Golden, Robert D; Hsieh, Adam H; Nascone, Jason W; O'Toole, Robert V

2013-10-01

We assessed the biomechanical performances of a trochanteric lag screw construct and a traditional inverted triangle construct in the treatment of simulated Pauwels type 3 femoral neck fractures. An inverted triangle construct (three 7.3-mm cannulated screws placed in inverted triangle orientation) and a trochanteric lag screw construct (two 7.3-mm cannulated screws placed across the superior portion of the femoral neck and one 4.5-mm lag screw placed perpendicular to the fracture in superolateral to inferomedial orientation) were tested in nine matched pairs of non-osteoporotic human cadaveric femora. We used a previously described vertically oriented femoral neck fracture model and testing protocol that incrementally loaded the constructs along the mechanical axis of the femur to 1400 N. Specimens that survived incremental loading underwent cyclic loading. Apparent construct stiffness, force at 3mm of displacement, and survival of incremental loading were recorded. The trochanteric lag screw group had a 70% increase in stiffness (261 N/mm [29 standard deviation] versus 153 N/mm [16 standard deviation]; P=0.026) and a 43% increase in force required for displacement (620 N versus 435 N; P=0.018) compared with the inverted triangle group. One trochanteric lag screw and no inverted triangle specimen survived incremental loading. A trochanteric lag screw construct applied to vertically oriented femoral neck fractures provides marked improvement in mechanical performance compared with the inverted triangle construct. © 2013.

Investigation on Mechanical and Fatigue behaviour of Aluminium Based SiC/ZrO2 Particle Reinforced MMC

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Ramesh, S.; Govindaraju, N.; Suryanarayan, C. P.

2018-04-01

The study is the work on Aluminium Metal Matrix Composites (MMC’s), which have wider applications in automobile, aerospace and defense industries, hi-tech engineering and power transmission due to their lightweight, high strength and other unique properties. The Aluminium Matrix Composites (AMC’s) refer to a kind of light weight high performance Aluminium centric material system. AMC’s consist of a non-metallic reinforcement which when included into aluminium matrix offers an advantage over the base material. Reinforcements like SiC, B4C, Al2O3, TiC, TiB2, TiO2 are normally preferred to improve mechanical properties of such composites. Here Aluminium 6061 is preferred as matrix material, while silicon carbide (SiC) and Zirconium di-oxide (ZrO2) is selected as reinforcement compounds. Conventional Stir casting procedure is employed to fabricate the necessary composites compositions, which are I. Al:SiC::100:5 and II. Al:ZrO2:SiC::100:3:2. Experimental results depict that the composition II provides higher hardness of 53.6 RHN as opposed to 45.8 RHN of composition I. In tensile strength composition II demonstrates 96.43 N/mm2 as opposed to 67.229 N/mm2 tensile strength of composition II. The fatigue test indicate a expected number of life cycles to failure of 105 cycles for composition II and over 104 cycles for composition I, at stress ranges of 79.062 MPa and 150.651 MPa respectively.

Structural behavior of human lumbar intervertebral disc under direct shear.

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Schmidt, Hendrik; Häussler, Kim; Wilke, Hans-Joachim; Wolfram, Uwe

2015-03-18

The intervertebral disc (IVD) is a complex, flexible joint between adjacent vertebral bodies that provides load transmission while permitting movements of the spinal column. Finite element models can be used to help clarify why and how IVDs fail or degenerate. To do so, it is of importance to validate those models against controllable experiments. Due to missing experimental data, shear properties are not used thus far in validating finite element models. This study aimed to investigate the structural shear properties of human lumbar IVDs in posteroanterior (PA) and laterolateral (LL) loading directions. Fourteen lumbar IVDs (median age: 49 years) underwent direct shear in PA and LL loading directions. A custom-build shear device was used in combination with a materials testing machine to load the specimens until failure. Shear stiffness, ultimate shear force and displacement, and work to failure were determined. Each specimen was tested until complete or partial disruption. Median stiffness in PA direction was 490 N/mm and in LL direction 568 N/mm. Median ultimate shear force in the PA direction was 2,877 N and in the LL direction 3,199 N. Work to failure was 12 Nm in the PA and 9 Nm in the LL direction. This study was an experiment to subject IVDs to direct shear. The results could help us to understand the structure and function of IVDs with regard to mechanical spinal stability, and they can be used to validate finite element models of the IVD.

Effect of Hand Mixing on the Compressive Strength of Concrete

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James Isiwu AGUWA

2010-12-01

Full Text Available This paper presents the effect of hand mixing on the compressive strength of concrete. Before designing the concrete mix, sieve analysis of sharp sand and chippings was carried out and their fineness moduli were determined. Also the dry weight of chippings and the specific gravities of both sand and chippings were determined. A designed concrete mix of 1:2:4 was used and the number of turnings of the mixture over from one end to another by hand mixing was varying from one time up to and including seven times. The strengths were measured at the curing ages of 7, 14, 21 and 28 days respectively using 150mm concrete cubes cast, cured and crushed. The results revealed that the compressive strengths of concrete cubes appreciably increased with increase in number of turnings from one to four times but remained almost constant beyond four times of turning for all the ages tested. For example, at 1, 2, and 3 times turning; the compressive strengths at 28 days were 4.67, 13.37 and 20.28N/mm2 respectively while at 4, 5 and 6 times turning; the compressive strengths at 28 days were 21.15, 21.34 and 21.69N/mm2. From the data, adequate strengths were not developed at turnings below three times of hand mixing, concluding that a minimum of three times turning is required to produce concrete with satisfactory strength.

Dynamic locking screw improves fixation strength in osteoporotic bone: an in vitro study on an artificial bone model.

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Pohlemann, Tim; Gueorguiev, Boyko; Agarwal, Yash; Wahl, Dieter; Sprecher, Christoph; Schwieger, Karsten; Lenz, Mark

2015-04-01

The novel dynamic locking screw (DLS) was developed to improve bone healing with locked-plate osteosynthesis by equalising construct stiffness at both cortices. Due to a theoretical damping effect, this modulated stiffness could be beneficial for fracture fixation in osteoporotic bone. Therefore, the mechanical behaviour of the DLS at the screw-bone interface was investigated in an artificial osteoporotic bone model and compared with conventional locking screws (LHS). Osteoporotic surrogate bones were plated with either a DLS or a LHS construct consisting of two screws and cyclically axially loaded (8,500 cycles, amplitude 420 N, increase 2 mN/cycle). Construct stiffness, relative movement, axial screw migration, proximal (P) and distal (D) screw pullout force and loosening at the bone interface were determined and statistically evaluated. DLS constructs exhibited a higher screw pullout force of P 85 N [standard deviation (SD) 21] and D 93 N (SD 12) compared with LHS (P 62 N, SD 28, p = 0.1; D 57 N, SD 25, p LHS (p = 0.01). DLS constructs showed significantly lower axial construct stiffness (403 N/mm, SD 21, p LHS (529 N/mm, SD 27; 0.8 mm, SD 0.04). Based on the model data, the DLS principle might also improve in vivo plate fixation in osteoporotic bone, providing enhanced residual holding strength and reducing screw cutout. The influence of pin-sleeve abutment still needs to be investigated.

Effect of gamma radiation on the mechanical and barrier properties of HEMA grafted chitosan-based films

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Khan, Avik; Huq, Tanzina; Khan, Ruhul A.; Dussault, Dominic; Salmieri, Stephane; Lacroix, Monique

2012-01-01

Chitosan films were prepared by dissolving 1% (w/v) chitosan powder in 2% (w/v) aqueous acetic acid solution. Chitosan films were prepared by solution casting. The values of puncture strength (PS), viscoelasticity coefficient and water vapor permeability (WVP) of the films were found to be 565 N/mm, 35%, and 3.30 g mm/m 2 day kPa, respectively. Chitosan solution was exposed to gamma irradiation (0.1–5 kGy) and it was revealed that PS values were reduced significantly (p≤0.05) after 1 kGy dose and it was not possible to form films after 5 kGy. Monomer, 2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate (HEMA) solution (0.1–1%, w/v) was incorporated into the chitosan solution and the formulation was exposed to gamma irradiation (0.3 kGy). A 0.1% (w/v) HEMA concentration at 0.3 kGy dose was found optimal-based on PS values for chitosan grafting. Then radiation dose (0.1–5 kGy) was optimized for HEMA grafting. The highest PS values (672 N/mm) were found at 0.7 kGy. The WVP of the grafted films improved significantly (p≤0.05) with the rise of radiation dose. - highlights: ► HEMA and Silane monomer were incorporated into the MC-based formulation and films. ► Films were exposed to gamma radiation. ► HEMA containing films showed the highest PS values. ► Surface morphology of the grafted films suggested better appearance.

Enamel microstructure and microstrain in the fracture of human and pig molar cusps.

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Popowics, T E; Rensberger, J M; Herring, S W

2004-08-01

The role of microstructure in enamel strain and breakage was investigated in human molar cusps and those of the pig, Sus scrofa. Rosette strain gauges were affixed to cusp surfaces (buccal human M3, n=15, and lingual pig M1, n=13), and a compressive load was applied to individual cusps using an MTS materials testing machine. Load and strain data were recorded simultaneously until cusp fracture, and these data were used to estimate enamel stresses, principal strains, and stiffness. Fractured and polished enamel fragments were examined in multiple planes using scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Human cusp enamel showed greater stiffness than pig enamel (P=0.02), and tensile stress at yield was higher (17.9 N/mm2 in humans versus 8.9 N/mm2 in pigs, P=0.06). SEM revealed enamel rod decussation in both human and pig enamel; however, only pig enamel showed a decussation plane between rod and inter-rod crystallites. Human inter-rod enamel was densely packed between rods, whereas in pig enamel, inter-rod enamel formed partitions between rows of enamel rods. Overall, human enamel structure enabled molar cusps to withstand horizontal tensile stress during both elastic and plastic phases of compressive loading. In contrast, pig cusp enamel was less resistant to horizontal tensile stresses, but appeared to fortify the enamel against crack propagation in multiple directions. These structural and biomechanical differences in cusp enamel are likely to reflect species-level differences in occlusal function.

Crystal structure and magnetic susceptibility of UOSe single crystals

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Kaczorowski, D.; Muenster Univ.; Poettgen, R.; Jeitschko, W.; Gajek, Z.; Zygmunt, A.

1993-01-01

The crystal structure and magnetic susceptibility behaviour of UOSe single crystals have been studied. UOSe crystalizes in the tetragonal PbFC1-type structure (space group P4/nmm) with the lattice parameters: a = 390.38(5) pm and c = 698.05(9) pm. It orders antiferromagnetically at T N =100±2 K and exhibits a very strong anisotropy in the susceptibility vs temperature variation. The magnetic and thermodynamic properties of UOSe are successfully interpreted in the framework of a perturbative ab initio crystal field approach. (Author)

Crystal structure and magnetic susceptibility of UOSe single crystals

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Kaczorowski, D. (Polish Academy of Sciences, Wroclaw (Poland). Inst. for Low Temperature and Structure Research Muenster Univ. (Germany). Anorganisch-Chemisches Inst.); Poettgen, R.; Jeitschko, W. (Muenster Univ. (Germany). Anorganisch-Chemisches Inst.); Gajek, Z.; Zygmunt, A. (Polish Academy of Sciences, Wroclaw (Poland). Inst. for Low Temperature and Structure Research)

1993-01-01

The crystal structure and magnetic susceptibility behaviour of UOSe single crystals have been studied. UOSe crystalizes in the tetragonal PbFC1-type structure (space group P4/nmm) with the lattice parameters: a = 390.38(5) pm and c = 698.05(9) pm. It orders antiferromagnetically at T[sub N]=100[+-]2 K and exhibits a very strong anisotropy in the susceptibility vs temperature variation. The magnetic and thermodynamic properties of UOSe are successfully interpreted in the framework of a perturbative ab initio crystal field approach. (Author).

Production and quality evaluation of extruded snack from blends of bambara groundnut flour, cassava starch, and corn bran flour

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Ogunmuyiwa, O. H.; Adebowale, A. A.; Sobukola, O. P.; Onabanjo, O. O.; Obadina, A. O.; Adegunwa, M. O.; Kajihausa, O. E.; Sanni, L. O.; Tomlins, Keith

2017-01-01

Protein dense, fiber-rich extruded snacks were produced from blend of bambara groundnut flour, cassava starch, and corn bran flour using a single screw cooking extruder. The snacks were analyzed for their physical properties and proximate composition using standard laboratory procedures. The expansion ratio, specific volume, breaking force, and breaking strength index (BSI) of the snacks ranged from 0.85 to 1.22, 0.75 to 1.30 g/cm3, 3.95 to 36.45 N, and 0.99 to 9.11 N/mm, respectively. The br...

Avaliação da resistência da pele de tilápia do Nilo (Oreochrmis niloticus nos sentidos longitudinal, transversal e diagonal, depois de submetida ao curtimento com sais de cromo e recurtimento com diferentes agentes curtentes = Evaluation of resistance of the Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus skin in longitudinal, transversal and diagonal position after tanning with chromium salts and retanning with different tanning substances

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Maria Luiza Rodrigues de Souza

2006-07-01

Full Text Available O objetivo do trabalho foi avaliar a resistência da pele da Tilápia do Nilo (Oreochromis niloticus no sentido longitudinal, transversal e diagonal, depois de curtida com sais de cromo e recurtida por diferentes técnicas de recurtimento. As peles foram distribuídas em delineamento inteiramente casualizado, em fatorial 3x3, sendo 3 técnicas de recurtimento (T1 = com 4% de sais de cromo; T2 = 6% com taninos vegetais e T3 = com 6% de taninos sintéticos e 3 posições de retirada dos corpos-de-prova (P1 = longitudinal; P2 = transversal e P3 = diagonal, com 6 repetições por tratamento, em triplicata. O couro foi considerado a unidade experimental. Para os testes dedeterminação da resistência à tração, ao alongamento e ao rasgamento progressivo, foi utilizado o dinamômetro EMIC. A espessura dos couros variou de 1,00 a 1,20 mm, não diferindo entre as técnicas de recurtimento. Não houve diferença significativa para tração quanto às técnicas de recurtimento, porém, quanto à posição de retirada dos corpos-de-prova, foi significativamente maior para transversal (11,92 N/mm2. A técnica de recurtimento e a posição não influenciaram norasgamento progressivo (variou de 24,47 a 29,12 N/mm. O couro na posição transversal apresentou maior alongamento independentemente da técnica aplicada, não diferindo apenas na técnica T2 para a posição longitudinal. A pele recurtida com sais de cromo e no sentido transversal apresentou maior resistência à tração e ao alongamento. O recurtimento e a posição não interferiram no rasgamento progressivo.The objective of this experiment was to evaluate the resistance of the Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus skin in longitudinal, transversal and diagonal sections after tanning with chromium salts and re-tanning with different tanning substances. Skins were distributed in a totally randomized design, 3 by 3, with three re-tanning techniques (T1 = with 4% chromium salts; T2 = 6% vegetal

Avaliação da resistência da pele de tilápia do Nilo (Oreochrmis niloticus nos sentidos longitudinal, transversal e diagonal, depois de submetida ao curtimento com sais de cromo e recurtimento com agentes - DOI: 10.4025/actascianimsci.v28i3.54 Evaluation of resistance of the Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus skin in longitudinal, transversal and diagonal position after tanning with chromium salts and retanning with different tanning substances - DOI: 10.4025/actascianimsci.v28i3.54

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Karla Fabrícia de Oliveira

2006-01-01

Full Text Available O objetivo do trabalho foi avaliar a resistência da pele da Tilápia do Nilo (Oreochromis niloticus no sentido longitudinal, transversal e diagonal, depois de curtida com sais de cromo e recurtida por diferentes técnicas de recurtimento. As peles foram distribuídas em delineamento inteiramente casualizado, em fatorial 3x3, sendo 3 técnicas de recurtimento (T1 = com 4% de sais de cromo; T2 = 6% com taninos vegetais e T3 = com 6% de taninos sintéticos e 3 posições de retirada dos corpos-de-prova (P1 = longitudinal; P2 = transversal e P3 = diagonal, com 6 repetições por tratamento, em triplicata. O couro foi considerado a unidade experimental. Para os testes de determinação da resistência à tração, ao alongamento e ao rasgamento progressivo, foi utilizado o dinamômetro EMIC. A espessura dos couros variou de 1,00 a 1,20 mm, não diferindo entre as técnicas de recurtimento. Não houve diferença significativa para tração quanto às técnicas de recurtimento, porém, quanto à posição de retirada dos corpos-de-prova, foi significativamente maior para transversal (11,92 N/mm2. A técnica de recurtimento e a posição não influenciaram no rasgamento progressivo (variou de 24,47 a 29,12 N/mm. O couro na posição transversal apresentou maior alongamento independentemente da técnica aplicada, não diferindo apenas na técnica T2 para a posição longitudinal. A pele recurtida com sais de cromo e no sentido transversal apresentou maior resistência à tração e ao alongamento. O recurtimento e a posição não interferiram no rasgamento progressivo.The objective of this experiment was to evaluate the resistance of the Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus skin in longitudinal, transversal and diagonal sections after tanning with chromium salts and re-tanning with different tanning substances. Skins were distributed in a totally randomized design, 3 by 3, with three re-tanning techniques (T1 = with 4% chromium salts; T2 = 6% vegetal

Field estimation of soil water content. A practical guide to methods, instrumentation and sensor technology

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2008-01-01

During a period of five years, an international group of soil water instrumentation experts were contracted by the International Atomic Energy Agency to carry out a range of comparative assessments of soil water sensing methods under laboratory and field conditions. The detailed results of those studies are published elsewhere. Most of the devices examined worked well some of the time, but most also performed poorly in some circumstances. The group was also aware that the choice of a water measurement technology is often made for economic, convenience and other reasons, and that there was a need to be able to obtain the best results from any device used. The choice of a technology is sometimes not made by the ultimate user, or even if it is, the main constraint may be financial rather than technical. Thus, this guide is presented in a way that allows the user to obtain the best performance from any instrument, while also providing guidance as to which instruments perform best under given circumstances. That said, this expert group of the IAEA reached several important conclusions: (1) the field calibrated neutron moisture meter (NMM) remains the most accurate and precise method for soil profile water content determination in the field, and is the only indirect method capable of providing accurate soil water balance data for studies of crop water use, water use efficiency, irrigation efficiency and irrigation water use efficiency, with a minimum number of access tubes; (2) those electromagnetic sensors known as capacitance sensors exhibit much more variability in the field than either the NMM or direct soil water measurements, and they are not recommended for soil water balance studies for this reason (impractically large numbers of access tubes and sensors are required) and because they are rendered inaccurate by changes in soil bulk electrical conductivity (including temperature effects) that often occur in irrigated soils, particularly those containing

Effects of gamma irradiation on the biomechanical properties of peroneus tendons

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Aguila CM

2016-09-01

NI and 1,318.4±296.9 N for the IR group. The ultimate stress calculations for PL were 90.3±11.3 MPa for NI and 94.8±21.0 MPa for IR. For the PB, the ultimate stress was 82.4±19.0 MPa for NI and 72.5±16.6 MPa for the IR group. The structural stiffness was 216.1±59.0 N/mm for the NI PL and 195.7±51.4 N/mm for the IR side. None of these measures were significantly different between the NI and IR groups. The structural stiffness was 232.1±45.7 N/mm for the NI PB and 161.9±74.0 N/mm for the IR side, and this was the only statistically significant difference found in this study (P=0.034.Conclusion: Our statistical comparisons found no significant differences in terms of elongation, ultimate load, or ultimate stress between IR and NI PB and PL tendons. Only the PB structural stiffness was affected by irradiation. Thus, sterilizing allografts at 1.5–2.5 Mrad of gamma irradiation does not cause major alterations in the tendons’ biomechanical properties while still providing a suitable amount of sterilization for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. Keywords: ACL reconstruction, allograft, sterilization, tissue banking

The MAS Six Years in Power in Bolivia

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Ton Salman

2012-04-01

Full Text Available Review Essay of:– The Rise of Evo Morales and the MAS, by Sven Harten. London/New York: Zed Books, 2011.– Evo Morales and the Movimiento al Socialismo in Bolivia; The First Term in Context, edited by Adrian J. Pearce. London, Institute for the Study of the Americas, 2011.– El estado de derecho como tiranía, by Luis Tapia. La Paz: CIDES/UMSA, 2011.– From Rebellion to Reform in Bolivia: Class Struggle, Indigenous Liberation and the Politics of Evo Morales, by Jeffery R. Webber. Chicago: Haymarket Books, 2011.– La democracia desde los márgenes: Transformaciones en el campo político boliviano, by María Teresa Zegada, with Claudia Arce, Gabriela Canedo and Alber Quispe. La Paz: Muela del Diablo Editores/CLACSO, 2011.

CT imaging techniques for describing motions of the cervicothoracic junction and cervical spine during flexion, extension, and cervical traction.

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Simon, Scott; Davis, Martin; Odhner, Dewey; Udupa, Jayaram; Winkelstein, Beth

2006-01-01

Computerized tomographic study of human cadavers undergoing traction and flexion-extension bending. To investigate the feasibility of using computerized tomography techniques to quantify relative vertebral motions of the cervical spine and cervicothoracic junction (CTJ), and to define normative CTJ kinematics. Despite developing an understanding of the mechanical behavior of the cervical spine, little remains known about the cervicothoracic junction. The CTJ is more difficult to image than other cervical regions given the anatomic features of the surrounding bones obstructing CTJ visualization. As such, limited data have been reported describing the responses of the CTJ for motions and loading in the sagittal plane, confounding the clinical assessment of its injuries and surgical treatments used at this region. Helical CT images of the cervical spine and CTJ were acquired incrementally during each of flexion, extension, and cervical traction. Vertebral surfaces were reconstructed using the specialized image analysis software, 3DVIEWNIX. A mathematical description of relative vertebral motions was derived by computing rigid transformations. Euler angles and translations were calculated. Regional spine stiffness was defined for traction. The CTJ was found to be much stiffer (779 N/mm) than the cervical spine (317 N/mm) in tension. In flexion-extension bending, the CTJ was similar to the lower cervical spine. The CTJ demonstrated significantly less coupled motion than the cervical spine. The CTJ, as a transition region between the cervical and thoracic spines, has unique kinematic characteristics. This application of kinematic CT methods is useful for quantifying unreported normative ranges of motion for the CTJ, difficult by other conventional radiologic means.

Sintering of MSW fly ash for reuse as a concrete aggregate.

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Mangialardi, T

2001-10-12

The sintering process of municipal solid waste (MSW) fly ash was investigated in order to manufacture sintered products for reuse as concrete aggregates. Four types of fly ash resulting from different Italian MSW incineration plants were tested in this study. A modification of the chemical composition of MSW fly ash--through a preliminary four-stage washing treatment of this material with water--was attempted to improve the chemical and mechanical characteristics of sintered products.The sintering treatment of untreated or washed fly ash was performed on cylindrical compact specimens (15 mm in diameter and 20mm in height) at different compact pressures, sintering temperatures and times.The sintering process of untreated MSW fly ashes proved to be ineffective for manufacturing sintered products for reuse as a construction material, because of the adverse chemical characteristics of these fly ashes in terms of sulfate, chloride, and vitrifying oxide contents.A preliminary washing treatment of MSW fly ash with water greatly improved the chemical and mechanical characteristics of sintered products and, for all the types of fly ash tested, the sintered products satisfied the Italian requirements for normal weight aggregates for use in concretes having a specified strength not greater than 12 and 15N/mm(2), when measured on cylindrical and cubic specimens, respectively.A compact pressure of 28 N/mm(2), a sintering temperature of 1140 degrees C, and a sintering time of 60 min were the best operating conditions for manufacturing sintered products of washed MSW fly ash.

Compositional analysis and physicochemical and mechanical testing of tanned rabbit skins

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M.L. R. Sousa

2016-09-01

Full Text Available Chemical composition and physicochemical and mechanical parameters of New Zealand White rabbit tanned skin were evaluated. Skin samples from 70-d-old males, in natura and semi-finished, were collected for evaluation. The in natura treatment comprise skins without any processing, while semi-finished treatment comprise skins after soaking, fleshing, liming, de-liming, purging, degreasing, pickling, tanning, neutralising, re-tanning and dyeing, followed by oiling, drying, stretching and softening. After tanning, samples from the dorsal and flank regions were removed for tensile and physicochemical testing in the longitudinal and transverse directions. A split plot design was used with plot treatments (leather regions: R1=dorsal and R2=flank and subplots directions (S1=longitudinal and S2=transversal, using 10 examples per treatment. At the end of processing, the leather analysis revealed low moisture (31.76%, protein (46.48% and fat content (24.95%, and a high ash content (8.58%. Leather presented a pH of 4.9 and contained 2.0% chromium oxide, 25.5% extractable substances in dichloromethane, and these characteristics were coupled with a higher tensile strength (10.84 N/mm2 in the dorsal region. However, samples in the same region proved to have higher elasticity (64.57% in the longitudinal direction, although there was no difference in the progressive tearing analysis (21.07-23.50 N/mm. Overall, our analyses suggest that, in this case, the tanned leather product does not have sufficient resistance for application in clothing production.

Does experimental low back pain change posteroanterior lumbar spinal stiffness and trunk muscle activity? A randomized crossover study.

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Wong, Arnold Y L; Parent, Eric C; Prasad, Narasimha; Huang, Christopher; Chan, K Ming; Kawchuk, Gregory N

2016-05-01

While some patients with low back pain demonstrate increased spinal stiffness that decreases as pain subsides, this observation is inconsistent. Currently, the relation between spinal stiffness and low back pain remains unclear. This study aimed to investigate the effects of experimental low back pain on temporal changes in posteroanterior spinal stiffness and concurrent trunk muscle activity. In separate sessions five days apart, nine asymptomatic participants received equal volume injections of hypertonic or isotonic saline in random order into the L3-L5 interspinous ligaments. Pain intensity, spinal stiffness (global and terminal stiffness) at the L3 level, and the surface electromyographic activity of six trunk muscles were measured before, immediately after, and 25-minute after injections. These outcome measures under different saline conditions were compared by generalized estimating equations. Compared to isotonic saline injections, hypertonic saline injections evoked significantly higher pain intensity (mean difference: 5.7/10), higher global (mean difference: 0.73N/mm) and terminal stiffness (mean difference: 0.58N/mm), and increased activity of four trunk muscles during indentation (Ppain subsided. While previous clinical research reported inconsistent findings regarding the association between spinal stiffness and low back pain, our study revealed that experimental pain caused temporary increases in spinal stiffness and concurrent trunk muscle co-contraction during indentation, which helps explain the temporal relation between spinal stiffness and low back pain observed in some clinical studies. Our results substantiate the role of spinal stiffness assessments in monitoring back pain progression. Copyright © 2016 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.

Do bisphosphonates inhibit direct fracture healing?: A laboratory investigation using an animal model.

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Savaridas, T; Wallace, R J; Salter, D M; Simpson, A H R W

2013-09-01

Fracture repair occurs by two broad mechanisms: direct healing, and indirect healing with callus formation. The effects of bisphosphonates on fracture repair have been assessed only in models of indirect fracture healing. A rodent model of rigid compression plate fixation of a standardised tibial osteotomy was used. Ten skeletally mature Sprague-Dawley rats received daily subcutaneous injections of 1 µg/kg ibandronate (IBAN) and ten control rats received saline (control). Three weeks later a tibial osteotomy was rigidly fixed with compression plating. Six weeks later the animals were killed. Fracture repair was assessed with mechanical testing, radiographs and histology. The mean stress at failure in a four-point bending test was significantly lower in the IBAN group compared with controls (8.69 Nmm(-2) (sd 7.63) vs 24.65 Nmm(-2) (sd 6.15); p = 0.017). On contact radiographs of the extricated tibiae the mean bone density assessment at the osteotomy site was lower in the IBAN group than in controls (3.7 mmAl (sd 0.75) vs 4.6 mmAl (sd 0.57); p = 0.01). In addition, histological analysis revealed progression to fracture union in the controls but impaired fracture healing in the IBAN group, with predominantly cartilage-like and undifferentiated mesenchymal tissue (p = 0.007). Bisphosphonate treatment in a therapeutic dose, as used for risk reduction in fragility fractures, had an inhibitory effect on direct fracture healing. We propose that bisphosphonate therapy not be commenced until after the fracture has united if the fracture has been rigidly fixed and is undergoing direct osteonal healing.

Biomechanics and strain mapping in bone as related to immediately-loaded dental implants

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Du, Jing; Lee, Jihyun; Jang, Andrew; Gu, Allen; Hossaini-Zadeh, Mehran; Prevost, Richard; Curtis, Don; Ho, Sunita

2015-01-01

The effects of alveolar bone socket geometry and bone-implant contact on implant biomechanics, and resulting strain distributions in bone were investigated. Following extraction of lateral incisors on a cadaver mandible, immediate implants were placed and bone-implant contact area, stability and bone strain were measured. In situ biomechanical testing coupled with micro X-ray microscope (μ-XRM) illustrated less stiff bone-implant complexes (701-822 N/mm) compared with bone-periodontal ligament (PDL)-tooth complexes (791-913 N/mm). X-ray tomograms illustrated that the cause of reduced stiffness was due to reduced and limited bone-implant contact. Heterogeneous elemental composition of bone was identified by using energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS). The novel aspect of this study was the application of a new experimental mechanics method, that is, digital volume correlation, which allowed mapping of strains in volumes of alveolar bone in contact with a loaded implant. The identified surface and subsurface strain concentrations were a manifestation of load transferred to bone through bone-implant contact based on bone-implant geometry, quality of bone, implant placement, and implant design. 3D strain mapping indicated that strain concentrations are not exclusive to the bone-implant contact regions, but also extend into bone not directly in contact with the implant. The implications of the observed strain concentrations are discussed in the context of mechanobiology. Although a plausible explanation of surgical complications for immediate implant treatment is provided, extrapolation of results is only warranted by future systematic studies on more cadaver specimens and/or in vivo small scale animal models. PMID:26162549

Initial forces and moments delivered by removable thermoplastic appliances during rotation of an upper central incisor.

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Hahn, Wolfram; Engelke, Benjamin; Jung, Klaus; Dathe, Henning; Fialka-Fricke, Julia; Kubein-Meesenburg, Dietmar; Sadat-Khonsari, Reza

2010-03-01

To determine the forces and moments delivered to a maxillary central incisor during rotation by three different thermoplastic appliances with identical thickness. Five identical appliances were manufactured from each of three materials (Ideal Clear 1.0 mm, Erkodur 1.0 mm, Biolon 1.0 mm). An upper central incisor fixed in a measuring device was rotated around its central axis in 0.5-degree steps to +/-2.5 degrees, +/-5 degrees, and +/-7.5 degrees (equivalent to an activation of +/-0.17 mm, +/-0.34 mm, and +/-0.51 mm of the incisor edge) in the clockwise and anticlockwise directions with the respective appliance fixed in place. For statistical analysis, the moments Tz (rotation) and forces Fz (intrusion) were tested. Means and standard deviations for Tz and median and 25% and 75% quantiles for Fz were calculated. An analysis of variance (ANOVA) was performed. The minimal moment was determined at a rotation of -0.17 mm (-7.3 Nmm, +/-0.8), and the maximal moment at a deflection of -0.51 mm (-71.8 Nmm. +/-2.5) was recorded. The minimal value for Fz was measured at an activation of -0.17 mm (0.0 N), and the highest intrusive forces were evaluated for a rotation of -0.51 mm (-5.8 N). The particular material sometimes had a significant (P aligners, an intrusive force can also be observed. The direction of rotation, and the materials used all exert an influence on the force delivery properties of the appliance.

Study on cold weather concreting using low-heat cement

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Hama, Yukio; Ryu Koto; Tomosawa, Fuminori

2004-01-01

In this paper, properties of frost damage at early age and strength development and thermal crack were studied, for purposes of application to the mass concrete of low-heat cement in cold weather, by means of concrete experiments and temperature analysis by finite element method. The experiments and the analysis result showed that the strength for resistance to frost damage at early age was 5N/mm 2 , the concrete strength correction value in terms of curing temperature was calculated approximately, and was effective in the resistance of thermal crack. And then, the application ranges of construction procedures were investigated. (author)

Charge Fluctuations in the NdO1-xFxBiS2 Superconductors

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Athauda, Anushika; Mizuguchi, Yoshikazu; Nagao, Masanori; Neuefeind, Joerg; Louca, Despina

2017-12-01

The local atomic structure of superconducting NdO1-xFxBiS2 (x = 0.2 and 0.4) is investigated using neutron diffraction and the pair density function analysis technique. In the non-superconducting x = 0.2 composition, ferrodistortive displacements of the pyramidal sulfur ions break the tetragonal symmetry and a superlattice structure emerges with peaks appearing at h + k odd reflections superimposed on the even reflections of the P4/nmm symmetry. In the superconducting x = 0.4 composition, similar ferrodistortive displacements are observed but with different magnitudes coupled with in-plane Bi distortions which are indicative of charge fluctuations.

The effects of key parameters on the transition from SI combustion to HCCI combustion in a two-stroke free piston linear engine

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Hung, Nguyen Ba; Lim, Ocktaeck; Iida, Norimasa

2015-01-01

Highlights: • A free piston engine is modeled and simulated by three mathematical models. • The models include dynamic model, linear alternator model and thermodynamic model. • The SI-HCCI transition is successful if the key parameters are adjusted suitably. • Spring stiffness has a strong influence on reducing peak temperature in HCCI mode. • Adjusting spark timing helps the SI-HCCI transition to be more convenient. - Abstract: An investigation was conducted to examine the effects of key parameters such as intake temperature, equivalence ratio, engine load, intake pressure, spark timing and spring stiffness on the transition from SI combustion to HCCI combustion in a two-stroke free piston linear engine. Operation of the free piston engine was simulated based on the combination of three mathematical models including a dynamic model, a linear alternator model and a thermodynamic model. These mathematical models were combined and solved by a program written in Fortran. To validate the mathematical models, the simulation results were compared with experimental data in the SI mode. For the transition from SI combustion to HCCI combustion, the simulation results show that if the equivalence ratio is decreased, the intake temperature and engine load should be increased to get a successful SI-HCCI transition. However, the simulation results also show that the in-cylinder pressure is decreased, while the peak in-cylinder temperature in HCCI mode is increased significantly if the intake temperature is increased so much. Beside the successful SI-HCCI transition, the increase of intake pressure from P in = 1.1 bar to P in = 1.6 bar is one of solutions to reduce peak in-cylinder temperature in HCCI mode. However, the simulation results also indicate that if the intake pressure is increased so much (P in = 1.6 bar), the engine knocking problem is occurred. Adjusting spring stiffness from k = 2.9 N/mm to k = 14.7 N/mm is also considered one of useful solutions for

A novel intramedullary nail for micromotion stimulation of tibial fractures.

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Dailey, Hannah L

2011-09-20

BACKGROUND: Animal studies and clinical trials have suggested that early application of controlled axial micromotion can accelerate healing of long bone fractures compared to rigid fixation. However, experimental investigations of micromotion constructs have been limited to external fixators, which have a higher incidence of complications than intramedullary nails. The purpose of this study was to assess whether a novel intramedullary nail design can generate stimulatory micromotion under minimal weight-bearing loads typical of the early healing period. METHODS: Eight cadaver tibiae were reamed, osteotomised, and implanted with commercially-available IM nails fitted with a custom insert that allowed 1mm of axial micromotion after proximal\\/distal interlocking. Specimens were mounted in a materials testing machine and subjected to cyclic axial loading while interfragmentary motion was measured using an extensometer. Implants were also tested in standard statically-locked mode. FINDINGS: The average force required to cause distraction of the fracture gap in micromotion mode was 37.0 (SD 21.7) N. The mean construct stiffness was 1046.8 (SD 193.6) N\\/mm in static locking mode and 512.4 (SD 99.6) N\\/mm in micromotion mode (significantly different, P<0.001). INTERPRETATION: These results support the development of a micromotion-enabled IM nail because the forces required to cause interfragmentary movements are very low, less than the weight of the hanging shank and foot. In contrast to rigid-fixation nails, which require significant weight-bearing to induce interfragmentary motion, the micromotion-enabled nail may allow movement in non-weight-bearing patients during the early healing period when the benefits of mechanical stimulation are most critical.

Torque resistance of different stainless steel wires commonly used for fixed retainers in orthodontics.

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Arnold, Dario T; Dalstra, Michel; Verna, Carlalberta

2016-06-01

Movements of teeth splinted by fixed retention wires after orthodontic treatment have been observed. The aetiological factors for these movements are unknown. The aim of this in vitro study was to compare the resistance to torque of different stainless steel wires commonly used for fixed retainers in orthodontics. Torquing moments acting on a retainer wire were measured in a mechanical force testing system by applying buccal crown torque to an upper lateral incisor in both a 3-teeth and in a 2-teeth setup. Seven stainless steel wires with different shape, type (plain, braided, coaxial, or chain) and dimensions were selected for this study. For a torquing angle of 16.2° in the 3-teeth setup torsion moments can vary between 390 cNmm and 3299 cNmm depending on the retainer wire. For the 2-teeth setup the torsion moments are much smaller. Exposure to the flame of a butane-gas torch for 10 seconds to anneal the wire reduces the stiffness of the retainer wire. Clinicians must select wires for fixed retainers very carefully since the difference in resistance to torque is large. A high level of torque control can be achieved with a plain 0.016 × 0.016-inch or a braided 0.016 × 0.022-inch stainless steel wire. A tooth attached by a retainer wire to only one neighbouring tooth is less resistant to torque than a tooth connected to two neighbouring teeth. Annealing a retainer wire with a flame reduces the stiffness of the wire markedly and can lead to a non-uniform and non-reproducible effect.

Radioactive Wastes Cementation during Decommissioning Of Salaspils Research Reactor

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Abramenkova, G.; Klavins, M.; Abramenkovs, A.

2009-01-01

This paper deals with information on the radioactive wastes cementation technology for decommissioning of Salaspils Research Reactor (SRR). Dismantled radioactive materials were cemented in concrete containers using tritiated water-cement mortar. The laboratory tests system was developed to meet the waste acceptance criteria for disposal of containers with cemented radioactive wastes in near-surface repository 'Radons'. The viscosity of water-cement mortar, mechanical tests of solidified mortar's samples, change of temperature of the samples during solidification time and leakage of Cs-137 and T-3 radionuclides was studied for different water-cement compositions with different additives. The pH and electro conductivity of the solutions during leakage tests were controlled. It was shown, that water/cement ratio significantly influences on water-cement mortar's viscosity and solidified samples mechanical stability. Increasing of water ratio from 0.45 up to 0.62 decreases water-cement mortar's viscosity from 1100 mPas up to 90 mPas and decreases mechanical stability of water-cement samples from 23 N/mm 2 to the 12 N/mm 2 . The role of additives - fly ash and Penetron admix in reduction of solidification temperature is discussed. It was found, that addition of fly ash to the cement-water mortar can reduce the solidification temperature from 81 deg. C up to 62 deg. C. The optimal interval of water ratio in cement mortar is discussed. Tritium and Cs-137 leakage tests show, that radionuclides release curves has a complicate structure. The possible radionuclides release mechanisms are discussed. Experimental results indicated that addition of fly ash result in facilitation of tritium and cesium leakage in water phase. Further directions of investigations are drafted. (authors)

A study on the properties of blended regenerated spent catalyst and cement sandcrete blocks

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Amissah, Emmanuel Kofi

2016-07-01

Sandcrete is widely used as building material. Its properties greatly depend on the properties and proportions of its constituents. The main binder material to produce sandcrete is the Portland cement. The uncertainty about future availability of commonly used Portland materials concomitantly with the environmental problems such as greenhouse gases emissions and high cost of clinker consumption are highlighting the need of identifying other materials for the construction industry, which will aid in minimizing the clinker consumption and reduce the greenhouse gas emissions and cost in the production of cement. The purpose of this study is to examine the properties of sandcrete blocks produced with blended Regenerated Spent Catalyst and cement. In this work, two different series of sandcrete mixtures in which cement was partially replaced with Regenerated Spent Catalyst(RSC) within the range of 5% to 20% (by mass) with an increment of 5%. 100% cement sandcrete was also prepared as reference sandcrete. The physical properties studied were compressive strength, water absorption and setting time. Chemical property studied was chloride content. Comparison of data between the control and that of cement with additives were made. The results obtained in this study clearly indicated that substituting Portland cement up to 20wt. % RSC gave sandcrete strengths higher than the 32.5N/mm 2 , which corresponds to that of Portland cement. The replacement of Portland cement with 10 wt. % of RSC gave the highest strength of 34.0 N/mm 2 . Thus, Regenerated Spent Catalyst may be utilized as effective mineral additive for designing durable sandcrete structures. The optimum amount of RSC recommended to be added as an additive to the Portland cement is 10%. (au)

Pitting corrosion and crevice corrosion of an advanced chromium-based stainless steel

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Kohler, M.

1999-01-01

Alloy 33 is a (wt. %) 33 Cr-32Fe-31Ni-1.6Mo-0.6CU-0.4N austenitic stainless steel combining high yield strength of min. 380 N/mm 2 (55 KSI) with high resistance to local corrosion and superior resistance to stress corrosion cracking. Ranking the material according to its PRE (pitting resistance equivalent) value, the new alloy fits in between the advanced 6% Mo superaustenitics and the nickel-base Alloy 625 but due to the balanced chemical composition the alloy shows a lot less sensitivity to segregation in the base material as well as in welded structures. It is recommended to weld the material with matching filler. The critical pitting temperature of such joints in the 10% FeCl 3 · 6H 2 O solution is reduced by only 10 C in comparison to the base material. Corrosion tests in artificial seawater (20 g/l Cl - ) with additions of chloride up to 37 g/l as well as in a NaCl-CaCl 2 , solution with 62 g/l Cl - --revealed that the critical pitting temperature does not differentiate from the 6% Mo austenitic steel Alloy 926. With respect to crevice corrosion the depassivation pH value has been determined in 1 M NaCl solution according to Crolet and again there was no difference between Alloy 33 and Alloy 926. SCC tests performed on Alloy 33 in the solution annealed condition as well as after heavy cold work up to R PO,2 ∼ 1,100--1,200 N/mm 2 (160--174 KSI) indicate the high resistance to stress corrosion cracking in hot sodium chloride solutions

Mechanical Properties of Millet Husk Ash Bitumen Stabilized Soil Block

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M. T. Abdulwahab

2017-06-01

Full Text Available This study presents an investigation into the improvement of strength and durability properties of lateritic soil blocks using Millet Husk Ash (MHA and Bitumen as additives so as to reduce its high cost and find alternative disposal method for agricultural waste. The lateritic soil samples were selected and treated with 0%, 10%, 15%, 20%, 30%, 40% and 50% of MHA by weight of laterite. The lateritic soil-MHA mixture was later admixed with 0%, 2%, 4%, 6%, 8%, 10%, 12% and 14% cut-back bitumen solution by weight of laterite. Both the natural lateritic soil, lateritic and MHA, and the blend of Soil, MHA and Bitumen were first subjected to physical and chemical analysis using X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF and Scanning Electromagnetic Machine (SEM to determine their engineering properties followed by the performance test on bricks cast with varying quantities of the additives. A total of one hundred and ninety two (192 cubes were tested for moisture absorption, erodability and compressive strength tests. The result of the test showed that MHA and Bitumen acted as pozzolana in performance test on the soil blocks. Up to 30% MHA – laterite and 20% MHA admixed with 8% laterite were found to give optimum compressive strength of 10.8N/mm2 and 10.9N/mm2 for the bricks produced. The result also showed that about 50% MHA blended with 14% Bitumen solution ensured water tight bricks. Thus the use of MHA as partial replacement of cement will provide an economic use of by-product and consequently produce a cheaper soil block construction without comprising its strength.

Estimation of residual stresses in reactor pressure vessel steel specimens clad by stainless steel strip electrodes

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Schimmoeller, H.A.; Ruge, J.L.

1978-01-01

The equations to determine a two-dimensional state of residual stress in flat laminated plates are well known from an earlier work by one of the authors. The derivation of these equations leads to a linear, inhomogeneous system of Volterra's integral equations of the second kind. To ascertain the unknown residual stresses from these equations it is necessary to cut down the thickness of the test plate layer by layer. This results in two-dimensional deformation reactions in the rest of the test plate, which can be measured, e.g. by a strain gauge rosette applied to the opposite side of the plate. The above-mentioned stress analysis has been transferred to 86mm thick reactor pressure vessel steel specimens (Type 22NiMoCr 37, DIN-No. 1.6751, similar to ASTM A508, Class 2) double-run clad by austenitic stainless steel strip electrodes (first layer 24/13 Cr-Ni steel, second layer 21/10 Cr-Ni steel). The overall dimensions of the clad specimens investigated amounted to 200 x 200 x (86+4.5+4.5)mm. At the surface of the austenitic cladding there is a two-dimensional tensile normal stress state of about 200N/mm 2 parallel, and about 300N/mm 2 transverse, to the welding direction. The maximum tensile stress was 8mm below the interface (fusion line, material transition) in the parent material. The stress distributions of the specimens investigated, determined on the basis of the above-mentioned combined experimental mathematical procedure, are presented graphically for the as-welded (as-delivered) and annealed (600 0 C/12hr) conditions. (author)

The polymethyl methacrylate cervical cage for treatment of cervical disk disease Part III. Biomechanical properties.

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Chen, Jyi-Feng; Lee, Shih-Tseng

2006-10-01

In a previous article, we used the PMMA cervical cage in the treatment of single-level cervical disk disease and the preliminary clinical results were satisfactory. However, the mechanical properties of the PMMA cage were not clear. Therefore, we designed a comparative in vitro biomechanical study to determine the mechanical properties of the PMMA cage. The PMMA cervical cage and the Solis PEEK cervical cage were compressed in a materials testing machine to determine the mechanical properties. The compressive yield strength of the PMMA cage (7030 +/- 637 N) was less than that of the Solis polymer cervical cage (8100 +/- 572 N). The ultimate compressive strength of the PMMA cage (8160 +/- 724 N) was less than that of the Solis cage (9100 +/- 634 N). The stiffness of the PMMA cervical cage (8106 +/- 817 N/mm) was greater than that of the Solis cage (6486 +/- 530 N/mm). The elastic modulus of the PMMA cage (623 +/- 57 MPa) was greater than that of the Solis cage (510 +/- 42 MPa). The elongation of PMMA cage (43.5 +/- 5.7%) was larger than that of the Solis cage (36.1 +/- 4.3%). Although the compressive yield strength and ultimate compressive strength of the PMMA cervical cage were less than those of the Solis polymer cage, the mechanical properties are better than those of the cervical vertebral body. The PMMA cage is strong and safe for use as a spacer for cervical interbody fusion. Compared with other cage materials, the PMMA cage has many advantages and no obvious failings at present. However, the PMMA cervical cage warrants further long-term clinical study.

Westinghouse containment filtered venting system wet scrubber technology

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Kristensson, S.; Nilsson, P-O.

2014-01-01

Following the Fukushima event Westinghouse has further developed and enhanced its filtered containment venting system (FCVS) product line. The filtration efficiency of the proven FILTRA-MVSS system installed at all Swedish NPPs as well as at the Muhelberg plant in Switzerland has been enhanced and a new wet scrubber design, SVEN (Safety Venting), based on the FILTRA-MVSS tradition, developed. To meet increased filtration requirements for organic iodine these two wet scrubber products have been complemented with a zeolite module. The offering of a select choice of products allows for a better adjustment to the specific constraints and needs of each nuclear power station that is planning for the installation of such a system. The FILTRA-MVSS (MVSS=Multi Venturi Scrubber System) is a wet containment filtered vent system that uses multiple venturies to create an interaction between the vent gases and the scrubber media allowing for removal of aerosols and gaseous iodines in a very efficient manner. The FILTRA-MVSS was originally developed to meet stringent requirements on autonomy and maintained filtration efficiency over a wide range of venting conditions. The system was jointly developed in the late 80's by ABB Atom and ABB Flaekt, today Westinghouse and Alstom. Following installations in Sweden and Switzerland the system was further developed by replacement of the gravel-bed moisture separator with a standard demister and by addition of a set of sintered metal fibre filter cartridges placed after the moisture separator step. The system is today offered as a modular steel tank design to simplify installation at site. To reduce complexity and delivery time Westinghouse has developed an alternative design in which the venturi module is replaced by a submerged metal fibre filter cartridges module. This new wet scrubber design, SVEN (patent pending), provides a flexible, compact, and lower weight system, while still preserving and even enhancing the filtration

Thermo-chemical properties and electrical resistivity of Zr-based arsenide chalcogenides

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A. Schlechte, R. Niewa, M. Schmidt, G. Auffermann, Yu. Prots, W. Schnelle, D. Gnida, T. Cichorek, F. Steglich and R. Kniep

2007-01-01

Ternary phases in the systems Zr–As–Se and Zr–As–Te were studied using single crystals of ZrAs1.40(1)Se0.50(1) and ZrAs1.60(2)Te0.40(1) (PbFCl-type of structure, space group P4/nmm) as well as ZrAs0.70(1)Se1.30(1) and ZrAs0.75(1)Te1.25(1) (NbPS-type of structure, space group Immm). The characterization covers chemical compositions, crystal structures, homogeneity ranges and electrical resistivities. At 1223 K, the Te-containing phases can be described with the general formula ZrAsxTe2−x, with...

Pressure effect on crystal structure and superconductivity of La0.8Th0.2FeAsO

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Kumar, Ravhi S.; Antonio, Daniel; Cornelius, Andrew L.; Zhao, Yusheng; Kanagaraj, M.; Arumugam, S.; Sinogeikin, Stanislav; Prakash, J.; Thakur, Gohil S.; Ganguli, A.K.; Hartmann, Thomas

2011-01-01

We have studied the effect of pressure on the superconducting transition temperature (T c ) of thorium doped La 1-x Th x FeAsO (x = 0.2) superconductor under hydrostatic pressures up to 1.6 GPa by resistivity and magnetization experiments. Application of pressure increases the T c to 31 K with a positive pressure coefficient of ∝1 K/GPa. Low temperature X-ray diffraction studies performed at 7.8 K at high pressures show no pressure induced structural changes and the tetragonal P4/nmm structure is found to persist up to 31 GPa. (copyright 2011 WILEY-VCH Verlag GmbH and Co. KGaA, Weinheim) (orig.)

Suur Miller ja Väike Killer / Tiit Palu, Andrus Allikvee ; intervjueerinud Anu Tonts ja Sven Karja

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Palu, Tiit, 1970-

1997-01-01

Vanemuises esietenduvad 19. mail Arthur Milleri 'Sööst kuristikku' (lavastaja Andrus Allikvee) ja 20. mail Tracy Lettsi 'Killer Joe' (lavastaja Tiit Palu). Postimehe küsitlus lavastajatele (vastavad samadele küsimustele)

Kõnnivad köiel ja hoiavad kätt / Iir Hermeliin, Jaanus Vahtra ; intervju Sven Karja

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Iir Hermeliin, pseud., 1973-

2000-01-01

Teatrikunstnikud Iir Hermeliin ja Jaanus Vahtra ning nende looming. Kunstnikud lavastajatest ja lavastajad Mati Unt ja Ain Mäeots koostööst kunstnikega lavastustes "Jacques ja tema isand"; "Laulatus"

The determination of the mixing height. Current progress and problems

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Gryning, S.E.; Beyrich, F.; Batchvarova, E. [eds.

1997-10-01

This report contains extended abstracts of presentations given at a EURASAP Workshop on The Determination of the Mixing Height - Current Progress and Problems. The Workshop, initiated from discussions with Peter Builtjes, was held at Risoe National Laboratory 1-3 October 1997 within the framework of EURASAP (European Association for the Sciences of Air Pollution). The specific topics and chairpersons of the Workshop were: Theoretical Considerations (Sven-Erik Gryning), Mixing Height Estimation from Turbulence Measurements and In-Situ Soundings (Douw Steyn), Mixing Height Determination from NWP-Models (Han van Dop), Climatology and Global Aspects (Werner Klug), Mixing Height Determination from Remote Systems (Werner Klug), Verification of Mixing Height Parameterizations and Models (Frank Beyrich), Mixing Height over Complex Terrain (Ekaterina Batchvarova), Internal Boundary Layers: Mixing Height in Coastal Areas and Over Cities (Allen White). The discussion at the end of the Workshop was chaired by Robert Bornstein. (au)

Biaxial Mechanical Evaluation of Absorbable and Nonabsorbable Synthetic Surgical Meshes Used for Hernia Repair: Physiological Loads Modify Anisotropy Response.

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Cordero, A; Hernández-Gascón, B; Pascual, G; Bellón, J M; Calvo, B; Peña, E

2016-07-01

The aim of this study was to obtain information about the mechanical properties of six meshes commonly used for hernia repair (Surgipro(®), Optilene(®), Infinit(®), DynaMesh(®), Ultrapro™ and TIGR(®)) by planar biaxial tests. Stress-stretch behavior and equibiaxial stiffness were evaluated, and the anisotropy was determined by testing. In particular, equibiaxial test (equal simultaneous loading in both directions) and biaxial test (half of the load in one direction following the Laplace law) were selected as a representation of physiologically relevant loads. The majority of the meshes displayed values in the range of 8 and 18 (N/mm) in each direction for equibiaxial stiffness (tangent modulus under equibiaxial load state in both directions), while a few achieved 28 and 50 (N/mm) (Infinit (®) and TIGR (®)). Only the Surgipro (®) mesh exhibited planar isotropy, with similar mechanical properties regardless of the direction of loading, and an anisotropy ratio of 1.18. Optilene (®), DynaMesh (®), Ultrapro (®) and TIGR (®) exhibited moderate anisotropy with ratios of 1.82, 1.84, 2.17 and 1.47, respectively. The Infinit (®) scaffold exhibited very high anisotropy with a ratio of 3.37. These trends in material anisotropic response changed during the physiological state in the human abdominal wall, i.e. T:0.5T test, which the meshes were loaded in one direction with half the load used in the other direction. The Surgipro (®) mesh increased its anisotropic response (Anis[Formula: see text] = 0.478) and the materials that demonstrated moderate and high anisotropic responses during multiaxial testing presented a quasi-isotropic response, especially the Infinit(®) mesh that decreased its anisotropic response from 3.369 to 1.292.

Strength and Absorption Rate of Compressed Stabilized Earth Bricks (CSEBs Due to Different Mixture Ratios and Degree of Compaction

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Abdullah Abd Halid

2017-01-01

Full Text Available Compressed Stabilized Earth Brick (CSEB is produced by compressing a mixture of water with three main materials such as Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC, soil, and sand. It becomes popularfor its good strength, better insulation properties, and a sustainable product due to its easy production with low carbon emission and less skilled labour required. Different types of local soils usedwill produce CSEB of different physical properties in terms of its strength, durability, and water absorption rate. This study focuses on laterite soil taken from the surrounding local area in Parit Raja, Johor, and CSEB samples are produced based on prototype brick size 100×50×30 mm. The investigations are based on four different degree of compactions (i.e. 1500, 2000, 2500, and 3000 Psi and three different mix proportion ratios of cement:sand:laterite soil (i.e. 1:1:9, 1:2:8, 1:3:7. A total of 144 CSEB samples have been tested at 7 and 28 days curing periods to determine the compressive strength (BS 3921:1985 and water absorption rate (MS 76:1972. It was found that maximum compressive strength of CSEB was 14.68 N/mm2 for mixture ratio of 1:3:7 at 2500 Psi compaction. Whereas, the minimum strengthis 6.87 N/mm2 for 1:1:9mixture ratio at 1500 Psi. Meanwhile, the lowest water absorption was 12.35% for mixture ratio of 1:2:8 at 3000 Psi; while the 1:1:9 mixture ratio at 1500 Psi gave the highest rate of 16.81%. This study affirms that the sand content in the mixture and the degree of compaction would affect the value of compressive strength and water absorption of CSEB.

Label-free and sensitive detection of T4 polynucleotide kinase activity via coupling DNA strand displacement reaction with enzymatic-aided amplification.

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Cheng, Rui; Tao, Mangjuan; Shi, Zhilu; Zhang, Xiafei; Jin, Yan; Li, Baoxin

2015-11-15

Several fluorescence signal amplification strategies have been developed for sensitive detection of T4 polynucleotide kinase (T4 PNK) activity, but they need fluorescence dye labeled DNA probe. We have addressed the limitation and report here a label-free strategy for sensitive detection of PNK activity by coupling DNA strand displacement reaction with enzymatic-aided amplification. A hairpin oligonucleotide (hpDNA) with blunt ends was used as the substrate for T4 PNK phosphorylation. In the presence of T4 PNK, the stem of hpDNA was phosphorylated and further degraded by lambda exonuclease (λ exo) from 5' to 3' direction to release a single-stranded DNA as a trigger of DNA strand displacement reaction (SDR). The trigger DNA can continuously displace DNA P2 from P1/P2 hybrid with the help of specific cleavage of nicking endonuclease (Nt.BbvCI). Then, DNA P2 can form G-quadruplex in the presence of potassium ions and quadruplex-selective fluorphore, N-methyl mesoporphyrin IX (NMM), resulting in a significant increase in fluorescence intensity of NMM. Thus, the accumulative release of DNA P2 led to fluorescence signal amplification for determining T4 PNK activity with a detection limit of 6.6×10(-4) U/mL, which is superior or comparative with established approaches. By ingeniously utilizing T4 PNK-triggered DNA SDR, T4 PNK activity can be specifically and facilely studied in homogeneous solution containing complex matrix without any external fluorescence labeling. Moreover, the influence of different inhibitors on the T4 PNK activity revealed that it also can be explored to screen T4 PNK inhibitors. Therefore, this label-free amplification strategy presents a facile and cost-effective approach for nucleic acid phosphorylation related research. Copyright © 2015 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.

Feasibility study of electron beam welding of spent nuclear fuel canisters

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Sanderson, A.; Szluha, T.F.; Turner, J.L.; Leggatt, R.H.

1983-04-01

A thick walled copper container is presently the prime Swedish alternative for encapsulation of spent nuclear fuel. In order to demonstrate the feasibility of encapsulating high-level nuclear waste in copper containers, a study of electron beam welding of thick copper has been performed. Two copper qualities have been investigated, oxygen free high conductivity (OFHC) copper and phosphorous desoxydized high conductivity copper (PDO). The findings in this study are summarized below. In 100 mm thick copper penetration can be achived at power level of about 75 kW (typically 150 kV x 500 mA) at welding speed of 100 mm/min. The welds in OFHC copper made under these conditions are free from major defects during constant welding conditions. The welds in PDO copper show a microporosity level considerably higher than those in OFHC copper, but no major defects are produced in the welds in PDO copper. In the ending of the weld (ie the fade out) it is still not possible to completely eliminate root and cold-shut defects. A semi-full-scale lid weld has been performed successfully. Automatic ultrasonic C-scan has been shown to be useful in detecting and displaying defects, but some problems still remain with defect sizing. The different speciments of OFHS copper had different attenuation of the ultrasonic signal, forged copper showing a far lower attenuation than hot extruded copper, indicating that attention must be paid in choosing copper that allows accurate ultrasonic testing. Resiudal stresses in the welded zone has been measured and are found to lie in the range -32N/mm 2 to +36N/mm 2 . The peak stress was less than half the assumed value of the proof stress of the fused metal. (authors)

Measurement of the force–displacement response of in vivo human skin under a rich set of deformations

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Flynn, Cormac; Taberner, Andrew; Nielsen, Poul

2011-01-01

The non-linear, anisotropic, and viscoelastic properties of human skin vary according to location on the body, age, and individual. The measurement of skin's mechanical properties is important in several fields including medicine, cosmetics, and forensics. In this study, a novel force-sensitive micro-robot applied a rich set of three-dimensional deformations to the skin surface of different areas of the arms of 20 volunteers. The force-displacement response of each area in different directions was measured. All tested areas exhibited a non-linear, viscoelastic, and anisotropic force-displacement response. There was a wide quantitative variation in the stiffness of the response. For the right anterior forearm, the ratio of the maximum probe reaction force to maximum probe displacement ranged from 0.44Nmm-1 to 1.45Nmm-1. All volunteers exhibited similar qualitative anisotropic characteristics. For the anterior right forearm, the stiffest force-displacement response was when the probe displaced along the longitudinal axis of the forearm. The response of the anterior left forearm was stiffest in a direction 20° to the longitudinal axis of the forearm. The posterior upper arm was stiffest in a direction 90° to the longitudinal axis of the arm. The averaged posterior upper arm response was less stiff than the averaged anterior forearm response. The maximum probe force at 1.3mm probe displacement was 0.69N for the posterior upper arm and 1.1N for the right anterior forearm. The average energy loss during the loading-unloading cycle ranged from 11.9% to 34.2%. This data will be very useful for studying the non-linear, anisotropic, and viscoelastic behaviour of skin and also for generating material parameters for appropriate constitutive models. © 2011 IPEM.

Corneal Crosslinking With Rose Bengal and Green Light: Efficacy and Safety Evaluation.

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Zhu, Hong; Alt, Clemens; Webb, Robert H; Melki, Samir; Kochevar, Irene E

2016-09-01

To evaluate crosslinking of cornea in vivo using green light activation of Rose Bengal (RGX) and assess potential damaging effects of the green light on retina and iris. Corneas of Dutch belted rabbits were de-epithelialized, then stained with Rose Bengal and exposed to green light, or not further treated. Corneal stiffness was measured by uniaxial tensiometry. Re-epithelialization was assessed by fluorescein fluorescence. Keratocytes were counted on hematoxylin and eosin (H&E)-stained sections, and iris cell damage was assessed by lactate dehydrogenase staining. Thermal effects on the blood-retinal barrier (BRB) were assessed by fluorescein angiography and those on photoreceptors, retinal pigment epithelium (RPE), and choriocapillaris by light microscopy and transmission electron microscopy. RGX (10-min irradiation; 150 J/cm) increased corneal stiffness 1.9-fold on day 1 (1.25 ± 0.21 vs. 2.38 ± 0.59 N/mm; P = 0.036) and 2.8-fold compared with controls on day 28 (1.70 ± 0.74 vs. 4.95 ± 1.86 N/mm; P = 0.003). Keratocytes decreased only in the anterior stroma on day 1 (24.0 ± 3.0 vs. 3.67 ± 4.73, P = 0.003) and recovered by day 28 (37.7 ± 8.9 vs. 34.5 ± 2.4, P = 0.51). Iris cells were not thermally damaged. No evidence of BRB breakdown was detected on days 1 or 28. Retina from RGX-treated eyes seemed normal with RPE cells showing intact nuclei shielded apically by melanosomes, morphologically intact photoreceptor outer segments, normal outer nuclear layer thickness, and choriocapillaris containing intact erythrocytes. The substantial corneal stiffening produced by RGX together with the lack of significant effects on keratocytes and no evidence for retina or iris damage suggest that RGX-initiated corneal crosslinking may be a safe, rapid, and effective treatment.

Label-free and enzyme-free detection of transcription factors with graphene oxide fluorescence switch-based multifunctional G-quadruplex-hairpin probe.

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Zhu, Desong; Wang, Lei; Xu, Xiaowen; Jiang, Wei

2016-01-15

Transcription factors (TFs) play pivotal roles in the regulation of a variety of essential cellular processes and some of them have been recognized as potential diagnostic markers and therapeutic targets of some diseases. Sensitive and accurate detection of TFs is of great importance to better understanding their roles in gene regulation and evaluation of disease state. Here, we developed a simple, label-free and enzyme-free new fluorescent strategy for the detection of TFs by graphene oxide (GO) fluorescence switch-based multifunctional G-quadruplex-hairpin probe (MGHP). The MGHP possessed of three functions simultaneously, adsorbing onto GO with the loop part, binding to target with the stem part and serving as signal carrier with the terminal G-quadruplex. First, the MGHP was adsorbed quickly to GO. Next, the TF bound to the stem part of MGHP to form a huge target-MGHP complex, which led to desorption of the complex from GO. Finally, NMM was inserted into G-quadruplex in the complex to yield an enhanced fluorescence response. The GO used here, as a fluorescence switch, could quickly and efficiently quench the fluorescence of NMM inserted into the MGHP absorbed on the GO, guaranteeing a high signal-to-noise ratio. Sensitive detection of purified NF-κB p50 and HeLa cell nuclear extracts were achieved with detection limits of 0.2nM and 7.8ng/µL, respectively. Moreover, this proposed strategy could be used to screen inhibitors of NF-κB p50 activity. The strategy proposed here might offer a new potential approach for reliable quantification of TFs in clinical diagnostics and treatment research of some diseases. Copyright © 2015 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.

Load response and gap formation in a single-row cruciate suture rotator cuff repair.

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Huntington, Lachlan; Richardson, Martin; Sobol, Tony; Caldow, Jonathon; Ackland, David C

2017-06-01

Double-row rotator cuff tendon repair techniques may provide superior contact area and strength compared with single-row repairs, but are associated with higher material expenses and prolonged operating time. The purpose of this study was to evaluate gap formation, ultimate tensile strength and stiffness of a single-row cruciate suture rotator cuff repair construct, and to compare these results with those of the Mason-Allen and SutureBridge repair constructs. Infraspinatus tendons from 24 spring lamb shoulders were harvested and allocated to cruciate suture, Mason-Allen and SutureBridge repair groups. Specimens were loaded cyclically between 10 and 62 N for 200 cycles, and gap formation simultaneously measured using a high-speed digital camera. Specimens were then loaded in uniaxial tension to failure, and construct stiffness and repair strength were evaluated. Gap formation in the cruciate suture repair was significantly lower than that of the Mason-Allen repair (mean difference = 0.6 mm, P = 0.009) and no different from that of the SutureBridge repair (P > 0.05). Both the cruciate suture repair (mean difference = 15.7 N/mm, P = 0.002) and SutureBridge repair (mean difference = 15.8 N/mm, P = 0.034) were significantly stiffer than that of the Mason-Allen repair; however, no significant differences in ultimate tensile strength between repair groups were discerned (P > 0.05). The cruciate suture repair construct, which may represent a simple and cost-effective alternative to double-row and double-row equivalent rotator cuff repairs, has comparable biomechanical strength and integrity with that of the SutureBridge repair, and may result in improved construct longevity and tendon healing compared with the Mason-Allen repair. © 2017 Royal Australasian College of Surgeons.

Measurement of the force–displacement response of in vivo human skin under a rich set of deformations

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Flynn, Cormac

2011-06-01

The non-linear, anisotropic, and viscoelastic properties of human skin vary according to location on the body, age, and individual. The measurement of skin\\'s mechanical properties is important in several fields including medicine, cosmetics, and forensics. In this study, a novel force-sensitive micro-robot applied a rich set of three-dimensional deformations to the skin surface of different areas of the arms of 20 volunteers. The force-displacement response of each area in different directions was measured. All tested areas exhibited a non-linear, viscoelastic, and anisotropic force-displacement response. There was a wide quantitative variation in the stiffness of the response. For the right anterior forearm, the ratio of the maximum probe reaction force to maximum probe displacement ranged from 0.44Nmm-1 to 1.45Nmm-1. All volunteers exhibited similar qualitative anisotropic characteristics. For the anterior right forearm, the stiffest force-displacement response was when the probe displaced along the longitudinal axis of the forearm. The response of the anterior left forearm was stiffest in a direction 20° to the longitudinal axis of the forearm. The posterior upper arm was stiffest in a direction 90° to the longitudinal axis of the arm. The averaged posterior upper arm response was less stiff than the averaged anterior forearm response. The maximum probe force at 1.3mm probe displacement was 0.69N for the posterior upper arm and 1.1N for the right anterior forearm. The average energy loss during the loading-unloading cycle ranged from 11.9% to 34.2%. This data will be very useful for studying the non-linear, anisotropic, and viscoelastic behaviour of skin and also for generating material parameters for appropriate constitutive models. © 2011 IPEM.

Hot impact densification: a new method for producing high density ceramic pellets with close shape tolerances

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Hrovat, M.; Huschka, H.; Muhling, G.; Rachor, L.; Zimmerman, H.

1982-01-01

Density and correct diameter of nuclear fuel pellets are usually achieved by sintering and subsequent circular grinding. Hot impact densification (HID) thermally squatted ceramic bodies can be directly high speed precision-molded in a cold die. For thermoshock-sensitive materials, a controlled cooling down procedure of some minutes is added. The feasibility of HID has been demonstrated on the laboratory scale on UO 2 , UC, and some more materials at temperatures between 1700 and 2300 0 C, pressures up to 800 N/mm 2 . Shape tolerances are close, density can be exactly reproduced within a wide range. Tool wear seems to be no problem. Currently, a prototype facility for continuous performance is being developed

Investigation of transport properties of FeTe compound

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Lodhi, Pavitra Devi; Solanki, Neha; Choudhary, K. K.; Kaurav, Netram

2018-05-01

Transport properties of FeTe parent compound has been investigated by measurements of electrical resistivity, magnetic susceptibility and Seebeck coefficient. The sample was synthesized through a standard solid state reaction route via vacuum encapsulation and characterized by x-ray diffraction, which indicated a tetragonal phase with space group P4/nmm. The parent FeTe compound does not exhibit superconductivity but shows an anomaly in the resistivity measurement at around 67 K, which corresponds to a structural phase transition along with in the vicinity of a magnetic phase transition. In the low temperature regime, Seebeck coefficient, S(T), exhibited an anomalous dip feature and negative throughout the temperature range, indicating electron-like charge carrier conduction mechanism.

Crystal structure and magnetic properties of LaCa0.143 (4O0.857 (4F0.143 (4Bi0.857 (4S2

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Rongtie Huang

2016-06-01

Full Text Available The synthesis, structure, and magnetic properties of lithium dibarium calcium oxide fluoride disulfide are reported. LaCa0.143 (4O0.857 (4F0.143 (4Bi0.857 (4S2 crystallizes in the tetragonal space group P4/nmm. The structure exhibits disorder of the Ca2+ and Bi3+ cations, and the O2− and F− anions. The structure is composed of a stacking of [(O,F2La2] layers and double [(Bi,CaS2] layers. Magnetic property measurements indicate a very small magnetization at 300 K and the existence of weak ferromagnetism at 2 K.

Mineral density and biomechanical properties of bone tissue from male Arctic foxes (Vulpes lagopus) exposed to organochlorine contaminants and emaciation

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Sonne, Christian; Wolkers, Hans; Rigét, Frank F

2008-01-01

We investigated the impact from dietary OC (organochlorine) exposure and restricted feeding (emaciation) on bone mineral density (BMD; g hydroxy-apatite cm(-2)) in femoral, vertebrate, skull and baculum osteoid tissue from farmed Arctic blue foxes (Vulpes lagopus). For femur, also biomechanical......), energy absorption (J) and time (s) biomechanical properties than fat winter foxes (all pArctic mammals also in order to avoid...... properties during bending (displacement [mm], load [N], energy absorption [J] and stiffness [N/mm]) were measured. Sixteen foxes (EXP) were fed a wet food containing 7.7% OC-polluted minke whale (Balaenoptera acutorostrata) blubber in two periods of body fat deposition (Aug-Dec) and two periods of body fat...

Synthesis, Spectral and Anthelmintic Activity Studies on Some Novel Imidazole Derivatives

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Rajiv Dahiya

2008-01-01

Full Text Available Present study describes the synthesis of a novel series of 3,5-diiodo-4-(5-nitro-1H-2-imidazolylbenzoyl amino acids and di/tri/tetrapeptides using diisopropylcarbodiimide/dicyclohexylcarbodiimide (DIPC/DCC as coupling agents and N-methylmorpholine/triethylamine (NMM/TEA as bases. Structure elucidation of all the newly synthesized compounds was done by elemental analysis and IR, 1H NMR, 13C NMR and mass spectral data. Synthesized imidazolopeptides were screened for their anthelmintic activity and found to possess moderate to good bioactivity against earthworms Megascoplex konkanensis, Pontoscotex corethruses and Eudrilus eugeniea when compared to reference drugs - albendazole and mebendazole at dose level of 2 mg mL−1.

Design of ultra-lightweight concrete: towards monolithic concrete structures

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Yu Qing Liang

2014-04-01

Full Text Available This study addresses the development of ultra-lightweight concrete. A moderate strength and an excellent thermal conductivity of the lightweight concrete are set as the design targets. The designed lightweight aggregates concrete is targeted to be used in monolithic concrete façade structure, performing as both load bearing element and thermal insulator. The developed lightweight concrete shows excellent thermal properties, with a low thermal conductivity of about 0.12 W/(m·K; and moderate mechanical properties, with 28-day compressive strengths of about 10-12 N/mm . This combination of values exceeds, to the researchers’ knowledge, the performance of all other lightweight building materials. Furthermore, the developed lightweight concrete possesses excellent durability properties.

Effect of mixing methods and aggregate type on strength of hardened concrete

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Elhadi, S.

2006-01-01

The objective of the research contained in this paper is to study the effect on strength of concrete which can be caused by changing method of concrete mix with or without changing aggregate crushing value under hand or mechanical compaction, and to compare results obtained when nondestructive testing techniques are used. It has been found that all methods of mix design are nearly identical in predicting the strength under a known value of w/c ratio. Up to strength of about 30 N/mm 2 , hand and mechanical compaction seems to be identical in all methods of concrete mixing. Important results regarding destructive and non-destructive testing has been drawn from the study.(Author)

Andekatel on julgust unistada / Silja Joon

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Joon, Silja, 1966-

2007-01-01

Pärnumaa koolides õppivatest andekatest lastest. Pärnu poisid maailma esiviisikus [Pärnu Vanalinna Põhikooli õpilastest, tennisistidest Ken-Kristjan ja Andre-Kristopher Toomjõest]. Nutikas Sindi poiss otsib tulukaid tegemisi [Sindi Gümnaasiumi õpilasest Sven Andersonist, kes tegeleb leiutamisega]. Abiturienti tõmbab täiskasvanuelu [Pärnu Hansagümnaasiumi abituriendist Teele Raamist, kes töötab õppimise kõrvalt]. Danna Malõško otsib teed ooperiteatrisse [Pärnu Vene Gümnaasiumi abituriendist Danna Malõškost, kes tegeleb laulmisega]. Kuldsete kätega nooruk äratab masinad ellu [Pärnu Ülejõe Gümnaasiumi tehnikahuvilisest õpilasest Mart Pitsalist]. Sündinud universumit uurima [Pärnu Vanalinna põhikooli reaalainetehuvilisest õpilasest Eero Vaherist]. Hing ihkab näidelda ja lavastada [Pärnu Koidula Gümnaasiumi teatrihuvilisest abituriendist Hendrik Elsteinist]. Kanošina, Silvi. Kes teeb, see jõuab palju teha [etoloogiahuvilisest Eda Vallimäest]. Viitega läbi üheksa kooliaasta [Audru Keskkooli õpilasest Laurits Puustist

Uudised : Lassmann Konservatooriumide Assotsiatsiooni juhatuses. Algab "Con brio 2000". Erkki-Sven Tüüri autorikontsert / Annika Koppel

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Koppel, Annika

2000-01-01

P. Lassmann valiti Euroopa Konservatooriumide Assotsiatsiooni juhatuse liikmeks. Eesti noorte interpreetide konkurssfestivalist "Con brio 2000". Tallinna metodisti kirikus toimub 24. nov. E.-S. Tüüri autorikontsert

Symmetry-Breaking Transitions in RECuAs_2-xP_x (RE=Sm, Gd, Ho, and Er)

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Mozharivskyj, Yurij [Iowa State Univ., Ames, IA (United States)

2002-01-01

Structural changes resulting in lower symmetries can be understood in terms of electronic instabilities and Coulomb interactions. The interplay of these two interrelated factors is complicated and difficult to analyze. The RECuAs_2-xP _x phases, because of the variation in the chemical content (As/P substitution), allow, with the aid of band structures, Madelung energies and Landau theory, a partial unraveling of the forces important in the symmetry-breaking transitions in RECuAs_2-xP _x (RE = Sm, Gd, Ho and Er). Distortions of the P layers in SmCu_1.15P₂, GdCuP_2.20 and ErCuP₂ are usefully thought of as generalized Peierls distortions, i.e., they lower the electronic (and total) energy and lead to more stable structures. On the other hand, the P4/nmm → Pmmn transitions, which are observed in all studied arsenophosphide series and occur upon substitution of P for As, originate from the B1g vibrational mode and are structural adaptations to smaller P atoms. These transitions provide tighter atomic packing and better Coulomb interactions. Configurational contribution to the entropy becomes important in stabilizing the mixed occupancy in the RECuAs _2-xP _x arsenophosphides. While geometric and electronic factors favor separation of the As and P atoms over two different crystallographic sites, configurational entropy stabilizes the As/P mixing on these two sites.;Progress in the research on RECuAs_2-xP _x was dependent upon the ability of Landau theory to predict, explain and dismiss structural models and transitions. The space group Pmmn (arising from the B 1g vibrational mode) in all mixed arsenophosphides and the existence of these mixed arsenophosphides followed from the analysis of GdCuAs ₂ and GdCuP₂, using Landau theory. The impossibility of obtaining the high-symmetry structure (P4/nmm) and the low symmetry structure

Reference Cap of Poly Vinyl Alcohol for Quantitative Elastography of the Human Uterine Cervix

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Leonhard, Anne Katrine; Sandager, Puk; Rasmussen, Christina Kjærgaard

different caps were consistent. The approximated E of the cervical tissue in non-pregnant women was 0.25 N/mm2 (0.09-0.72) using Cap 1 vs. 0.18 (0.8-0.38) using Cap 2, p= 0.74 (Wilcoxon signed-rank test). The approximated E in the full-term pregnant women was 0.02 (0.01-0.04) using Cap 1 vs 0.02 (0.......01-0.03) using Cap 2, p= 0.45 (Wilcoxon signed-rank test). The stiffness of the tissue was significantly different between non-pregnant and full-term pregnant women, p= 0.003 (Wilcoxon rank-sum test). Inter-observer and intra-observer limits-of-agreements were 55% and 23% respectively. Conclusions: The reference...

Baltic 21 - an exiting and concrete co-operation for sustainable development / Anna Carin Thomer, Sven Sjögren

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Thomer, Anna Carin

2002-01-01

Läänemere Agenda 21 koostööga on seotud 11 riiki, 30 aasta perspektiivis pürgitakse säästva arengu poole, hõlmates kaheksat valdkonda: põllumajandust, energeetikat, kalandust, metsandust, tööstust, turismi, transporti ja haridust

Ämaris valimisreklaami filmimist korraldas ka peaministri büroo / Joosep Värk, Urmas Jaagant ; kommenteerib Sven Mikser

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Värk, Joosep

2014-01-01

Reformierakonna valimisklipp "Kindlalt edasi" filmiti kaitseväe loal Ämari lennubaasis. Kaitseväeteenistuse seaduse järgi aga ei tohi käsuõigust ega distsiplinaarvõimu kasutada erakondlikes huvides. Selgitavad kaitseväe juhataja Riho Terras, peaministri büroo juht Liina Kersna ja julgeolekunõunik Kadri Peeters

Growth, water use efficiency, and adaptive features of the tree legume tagasaste (Chamaecytisus proliferus Link.) on deep sands in south-western Australia

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Lefroy, E. C.; Pate, J. S.

2001-01-01

Four-year-old tagasaste trees in dense plantation and wide-spaced alley cropping layouts at Moora, Western Australia, were cut back to 0.6 m high and their patterns of coppice regrowth and water use monitored over 3 years. Trees reached a permanent fresh watertable at 5 m depth by means of deeply penetrating sinker roots. Dry matter (DM) accumulation and transpiration loss were closely similar at the 2 planting densities despite higher soil water contents in alley plots. Yearly transpiration at plantation density amounted to 0.55 and 0.63 of Penman-Montieth potential evapotranspiration (E 0 ) in the second and third years, respectively. Mean water use efficiency over the 3 years was 247 L/kg DM, compared with values in the range 186-320 L/kg for younger pot-and column-grown trees. Using a combination of neutron moisture metre (NMM) assays of soil moisture and deuterium: hydrogen ratios of groundwater and xylem water of tagasaste and annual weeds, it was shown that trees became increasingly dependent on groundwater over time and had the capacity to switch rapidly between soil and groundwater sources. Seasonal changes in carbon isotope composition of new shoot tip dry matter indicated that plantation trees were less stressed than alley trees by the third summer as they adapted to heavy dependence on groundwater. In the third season, when plantation trees were transpiring at rates equivalent to 2.3 times annual rainfall, NMM profiles and time domain reflectometry (TDR) assays indicated that no free drainage occurred and that trees were capable of hydraulically lifting groundwater to near surface soil in the dry season. Additional adaptive features of importance to this environment included heat stress induced leaf shedding, development of perennial root nodules on lower parts of tap roots, and an ability to respond in summer to artificial irrigation or a seasonal rainfall by rapidly increasing transpiration 2-3-fold to values equalling E 0 . Copyright (2001) CSIRO

Analysis of the torque capacity of a completely customized lingual appliance of the next generation

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2014-01-01

Introduction In lingual orthodontic therapy, effective torque control of the incisors is crucial due to the biomechanical particularities associated with the point of force application and the tight link between third order deviations and vertical tooth position. Aim The aim of the present in vitro investigation was to analyze the torque capacity of a completely customized lingual appliance of the next generation (WIN) in combination with different finishing archwire dimensions. Methods Using a typodont of the upper arch carrying the WIN appliance, slot filling and undersized individualized β-titanium archwires were engaged. Horizontal forces ranging from 0 to 100 cN were applied at the central incisor by means of spring gauges. The resulting angular deviations were recorded and the corresponding torque moments were calculated. Results For fullsize archwires (0.018”×0.018” β-titanium and 0.018”×0.025” β-titanium), an initial torque play of 0-2° had to be overcome prior to the development of an effective torque moment. Thereafter, a linear correlation between torque angle and torque moment developed for both archwire dimensions with steeper slopes calculated for the specimens with the larger dimension. A torque moment of 2 Nmm required for effective torque correction was noted after a minimum of 2-3° of twist for the 0.018”×0.018” β-titanium wires as compared to 2-4° for the 0.018”×0.025” β-titanium study sample. When undersized archwires were analyzed (0.0175”×0.0175” β-titanium), the measured torque play ranged from 5-7°. After 8-12° of torque angle, the threshold of 2 Nmm was reached. A linear relationship between twist angle and torque moment in which the steepness of the slopes was generally flatter than the ones calculated for the slot filling archwires was noted. Conclusions Given the high precision of the bracket slot-archwire-combination provided with the WIN appliance, an effective torque control can be clinically

Penggunaan precipitated calcium carbonate (PCC sebagai filler untuk sol karet sepatu olah raga

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2010-12-01

Full Text Available Abstract The objective of the research was to investigate the utilization of Precipitated Calcium Carbonate (PCC as filler in producing sport shoe rubber soles. PCC is a white filler needed for production of nonblack colour rubber products. There are four types of PCC that have been used including two local PCC from Wonosari and East Java, and two imported PCC from Japan and Taiwan. The amount of PCC added into the sport shoe sole rubber compound was varied in 30,45,60,75 and 90 per hundred rubber (phr. The compounding was carried-out by using two roll mills machine, and the compound was subsequently measured their optimum vulcanization time by using rheometer. The produced compound was then subjected to vulcanistion process by using hydrolic press at temperature 1500C and pressure 150 kg/ cm2. The quality of shoes sole vulcanisates were compare to standard quality of SNI. 12-7075-2005 about cemented system sport shoes. The results indicated that the best formula of rubber compound for sport shoes sole were made by using NR 80 phr, NBR 20 phr, paraffinic oil 10 phr, aluminium silicate 30 phr, ZnO 5 phr, TiO2 10 phr, stearic acid 1 phr, vulkanox SP 1 phr, paraffin wax 1 phr, TMTD 0,5 phr, CBS 2 phr, sulphur 1,2 phr with the amount of PCC Actifort 700 of 45 phr. The best formula meet the requirement SNI 12-7075-2005 and they were characterized by tensile sterength 16,79 N/mm2, elongation at break 529,92% tear resistance 9,06 N/mm2, specific gravity 1,28 g/cm3, hardness 55 shore A, Grasselli absrassion resistancing filler. The local PCC from Wonosari can be used for substitution of the imported PCC as the white filler for the production of rubber compound sport shoes sole. However, particle size reduction and coating or surface treatment of local PCC were needed for improving the quality and the role of reinforcing filler.

Blebbistain, a myosin II inhibitor, as a novel strategy to regulate detrusor contractility in a rat model of partial bladder outlet obstruction.

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Full Text Available Partial bladder outlet obstruction (PBOO, a common urologic pathology mostly caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia, can coexist in 40-45% of patients with overactive bladder (OAB and is associated with detrusor overactivity (DO. PBOO that induces DO results in alteration in bladder myosin II type and isoform composition. Blebbistatin (BLEB is a myosin II inhibitor we recently demonstrated potently relaxed normal detrusor smooth muscle (SM and reports suggest varied BLEB efficacy for different SM myosin (SMM isoforms and/or SMM vs nonmuscle myosin (NMM. We hypothesize BLEB inhibition of myosin II as a novel contraction protein targeted strategy to regulate DO. Using a surgically-induced male rat PBOO model, organ bath contractility, competitive and Real-Time-RT-PCR were performed. It was found that obstructed-bladder weight significantly increased 2.74-fold while in vitro contractility of detrusor to various stimuli was impaired ∼50% along with decreased shortening velocity. Obstruction also altered detrusor spontaneous activities with significantly increased amplitude but depressed frequency. PBOO switched bladder from a phasic-type to a more tonic-type SM. Expression of 5' myosin heavy chain (MHC alternatively spliced isoform SM-A (associated with tonic-type SM increased 3-fold while 3' MHC SM1 and essential light chain isoform MLC(17b also exhibited increased relative expression. Total SMMHC expression was decreased by 25% while the expression of NMM IIB (SMemb was greatly increased by 4.5-fold. BLEB was found to completely relax detrusor strips from both sham-operated and PBOO rats pre-contracted with KCl, carbachol or electrical field stimulation although sensitivity was slightly decreased (20% only at lower doses for PBOO. Thus we provide the first thorough characterization of the response of rat bladder myosin to PBOO and demonstrate complete BLEB-induced PBOO bladder SM relaxation. Furthermore, the present study provides valuable

Ab-initio study of phase stability, elastic and thermodynamic properties of AlY alloy under pressure

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Zhou, Dawei [College of Physics and Electronic Engineering, Nanyang Normal University, Nanyang 473061 (China); Su, Taichao [Institute of Materials Science and Engineering, Henan Polytechnic University, Jiaozuo 454000 (China); Song, Haizhen; Lu, Cheng; Zhong, Zhiguo; Lu, Zhiwen [College of Physics and Electronic Engineering, Nanyang Normal University, Nanyang 473061 (China); Pu, Chunying, E-mail: puchunying@126.com [College of Physics and Electronic Engineering, Nanyang Normal University, Nanyang 473061 (China)

2015-11-05

Using the particle swarm optimization algorithm combined with first-principles methods, we explore the diagram of AlY alloy up to 250 GPa. It is found that AlDy phase, rather than the experimentally observed B2 phase, is the most stable structure at 0 K and 0–20 GPa. However, our results show that B2 phase can exist as a stable phase at 20–27.6 GPa. At higher pressure, four new high-pressure phases with Cmcm-I, Cmcm-II, I4/mmm and P4/nmm structure are identified for the first time. The hardness, elastic and thermodynamic properties of the newly found phases are investigated and compared with B2 phase. The calculated hardness of AlDy, Cmcm-I, Cmcm-II, I4/mmm and P4/nmm phases is in the range of 7–9 GPa, higher than that of B2 phase. In addition, it is found that AlDy phase is a brittle material at 0 GPa, which changes to a ductile material above 12 GPa. Except for AlDy phase, all the other AlY compounds exhibit completely ductile behavior under pressure. Compared with the other phases, B2 phase is found to have the best ductility and the largest elastic anisotropy over the whole pressure investigated. Moreover, all AlY intermetallics exhibit a nearly elastic isotropy in compressibility but a comparatively large elastic anisotropy in shear. The structural stability, electronic structure, bulk and shear modulus, Debye temperature as well as sound velocities of AlY alloy under pressure are also deeply discussed. - Graphical abstract: Pressure-induced phase transition of AlY alloy up to 250 GPa. - Highlights: • The diagram of AlY alloy was explored and four new stable phases were predicted. • B2 phase shows the largest ductility and elastic anisotropy among AlY alloys. • All AlY alloys exhibit ductile behavior except for AlDy phase under pressure. • All AlY alloys show strong isotropy in compressibility and anisotropy in shear.

An experimental study of domestic bone cement used on percutaneous vertebroplasty

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Chen Long; Ni Caifang; Ding Yi; Liu Yizhi; Jin Yonghai; Zou Jianwei; Yang Huilin; Tang Tiansi; Wang Yijin

2004-01-01

Objective: To evaluate the material properties of domestic bone cement (DBC) and imported bone cement (IBC) with different mixing ratio, and to determine whether the biomechanical properties of vertebral bodies (VBs) subjected to compression fractures and subsequently treated by vertebroplasty with DBC or IBC were different. Methods: There were two groups in this study. One was DBC, whose ratio of powder/liquid (g/ml) was 3:2 and the percentage of BaSO 4 in powder was 20%, the other was IBC, whose mixing ratio followed manufacturer's recommendation. Polymerization time, strength, and stiffness of bone cement were measured respectively in each group. 20 lumbar VBs from four female cadavers (age, 75 ± 5 years) were disarticulated and compressed in a materials testing machine to determine initial strength and stiffness. The fractures were subsequently repaired using DBCor IBCon vertebroplasty. After augmentation, the VBs were scanned by CT, then recrushed, and stiffness and strength of VBs were measured again. Results: The stiffness of DBC whose mixing ratio was altered was (2711.8 ± 612.3) N/mm, while the stiffness of IBC was (2874.7 ± 457.6) N/mm, there was no significant differences between the two groups (t=0.609, P>0.05). But the strength of DBC (7271.3 ± 365.4) N was lower than that of IBC (8481.3 ± 397.3) N, (t=6.281, P 0.05), while the strength of VBs augmentated with DBC and IBC were(1.226 ± 0.44) MPa and (1.202 ± 0.38) Mpa, respectively (F=0.001, P>0.05). CT value of DBC and IBC used on VBs were (2982.9 ± 102.0) Hu and (1554.3 ± 172.7) HU, respectively, and there was significant differences in radiopacity between them (t=22.525, P<0.05). Conclusion: DBC has an excellent radiopacity. VBs augmented by both DBC or IBC could attain satisfactory biomechanical properties, but these results have yet to be substantiated in clinical studies. (authors)

A methodological evaluation and predictive in silico investigation into the multi-functionality of arginine in directly compressed tablets.

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ElShaer, Amr; Kaialy, Waseem; Akhtar, Noreen; Iyire, Affiong; Hussain, Tariq; Alany, Raid; Mohammed, Afzal R

2015-10-01

The acceleration of solid dosage form product development can be facilitated by the inclusion of excipients that exhibit poly-/multi-functionality with reduction of the time invested in multiple excipient optimisations. Because active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and tablet excipients present diverse densification behaviours upon compaction, the involvement of these different powders during compaction makes the compaction process very complicated. The aim of this study was to assess the macrometric characteristics and distribution of surface charges of two powders: indomethacin (IND) and arginine (ARG); and evaluate their impact on the densification properties of the two powders. Response surface modelling (RSM) was employed to predict the effect of two independent variables; Compression pressure (F) and ARG percentage (R) in binary mixtures on the properties of resultant tablets. The study looked at three responses namely; porosity (P), tensile strength (S) and disintegration time (T). Micrometric studies showed that IND had a higher charge density (net charge to mass ratio) when compared to ARG; nonetheless, ARG demonstrated good compaction properties with high plasticity (Y=28.01MPa). Therefore, ARG as filler to IND tablets was associated with better mechanical properties of the tablets (tablet tensile strength (σ) increased from 0.2±0.05N/mm(2) to 2.85±0.36N/mm(2) upon adding ARG at molar ratio of 8:1 to IND). Moreover, tablets' disintegration time was shortened to reach few seconds in some of the formulations. RSM revealed tablet porosity to be affected by both compression pressure and ARG ratio for IND/ARG physical mixtures (PMs). Conversely, the tensile strength (σ) and disintegration time (T) for the PMs were influenced by the compression pressure, ARG ratio and their interactive term (FR); and a strong correlation was observed between the experimental results and the predicted data for tablet porosity. This work provides clear evidence of the

Double-Row Capsulolabral Repair Increases Load to Failure and Decreases Excessive Motion.

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McDonald, Lucas S; Thompson, Matthew; Altchek, David W; McGarry, Michelle H; Lee, Thay Q; Rocchi, Vanna J; Dines, Joshua S

2016-11-01

Using a cadaver shoulder instability model and load-testing device, we compared biomechanical characteristics of double-row and single-row capsulolabral repairs. We hypothesized a greater reduction in glenohumeral motion and translation and a higher load to failure in a mattress double-row capsulolabral repair than in a single-row repair. In 6 matched pairs of cadaveric shoulders, a capsulolabral injury was created. One shoulder was repaired with a single-row technique, and the other with a double-row mattress technique. Rotational range of motion, anterior-inferior translation, and humeral head kinematics were measured. Load-to-failure testing measured stiffness, yield load, deformation at yield load, energy absorbed at yield load, load to failure, deformation at ultimate load, and energy absorbed at ultimate load. Double-row repair significantly decreased external rotation and total range of motion compared with single-row repair. Both repairs decreased anterior-inferior translation compared with the capsulolabral-injured condition, however, no differences existed between repair types. Yield load in the single-row group was 171.3 ± 110.1 N, and in the double-row group it was 216.1 ± 83.1 N (P = .02). Ultimate load to failure in the single-row group was 224.5 ± 121.0 N, and in the double-row group it was 373.9 ± 172.0 N (P = .05). Energy absorbed at ultimate load in the single-row group was 1,745.4 ± 1,462.9 N-mm, and in the double-row group it was 4,649.8 ± 1,930.8 N-mm (P = .02). In cases of capsulolabral disruption, double-row repair techniques may result in decreased shoulder rotational range of motion and improved load-to-failure characteristics. In cases of capsulolabral disruption, repair techniques with double-row mattress repair may provide more secure fixation. Double-row capsulolabral repair decreases shoulder motion and increases load to failure, yield load, and energy absorbed at yield load more than single-row repair. Published by

A biomechanical comparison of 2 transosseous-equivalent double-row rotator cuff repair techniques using bioabsorbable anchors: cyclic loading and failure behavior.

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Spang, Jeffrey T; Buchmann, Stefan; Brucker, Peter U; Kouloumentas, Panos; Obst, Tobias; Schröder, Manuel; Burgkart, Rainer; Imhoff, Andreas B

2009-08-01

A novel double-row configuration was compared with a traditional double-row configuration for rotator cuff repair. In 10 matched-pair sheep shoulders in vitro repair was performed with either a double-row technique with corkscrew suture anchors for the medial row and insertion anchors for the lateral row (group A) or a double-row technique with a new tape-like suture material with insertion anchors for both the medial and lateral rows (group B). Each specimen underwent cyclic loading from 10 to 150 N for 100 cycles, followed by unidirectional failure testing. Gap formation and strain within the repair area for the first and last cycles were analyzed with a video digitizing system, and stiffness and failure load were determined from the load-elongation curve. The results were similar for the 2 repair types. There was no significant difference between the ultimate failure loads of the 2 techniques (421 +/- 150 N in group A and 408 +/- 66 N in group B, P = .31) or the stiffness of the 2 techniques (84 +/- 26 N/mm in group A and 99 +/- 20 N/mm in group B, P = .07). In addition, gap formation was not different between the repair types. Strain over the repair area was also not different between the repair types. Both tested rotator cuff repair techniques had high failure loads, limited gap formation, and acceptable strain patterns. No significant difference was found between the novel and conventional double-row repair types. Two double-row techniques-one with corkscrew suture anchors for the medial row and insertion anchors for the lateral row and one with insertion anchors for both the medial and lateral rows-provided excellent biomechanical profiles at time 0 for double-row repairs in a sheep model. Although the sheep model may not directly correspond to in vivo conditions, all-insertion anchor double-row constructs are worthy of further investigation.

Biomechanical properties of double- and single-row suture anchor repair for surgical treatment of insertional Achilles tendinopathy.

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Beitzel, Knut; Mazzocca, Augustus D; Obopilwe, Elifho; Boyle, James W; McWilliam, James; Rincon, Lina; Dhar, Yasmin; Arciero, Robert A; Amendola, Annunziato

2013-07-01

Because of intratendinous ossifications, retrocalcaneal bursitis, or intratendinous necrosis commonly found in insertional tendinosis, it is often necessary to detach the tendon partially or entirely from its tendon-to-bone junction. Double-row repair for insertional Achilles tendinopathy will generate an increased contact area and demonstrate higher biomechanical stability. Controlled laboratory study. Eighteen cadaver Achilles tendons were split longitudinally and detached, exposing the calcaneus; an ostectomy was performed and the tendon was reattached to the calcaneus in 1 of 2 ways: 2 suture anchors (single row) or a 4-anchor (double row) construct. Footprint area measurements over time, displacement after cyclic loading (2000 cycles), and final load to failure were measured. The double-row refixation technique was statistically superior to the single-row technique in footprint area measurement initially and 5 minutes after repair (P = .009 and P = .01, respectively) but not after 24 hours (P = .713). The double-row construct demonstrated significantly improved measures for peak load (433.9 ± 84.3 N vs 212.0 ± 49.7 N; P = .042), load at yield (354.7 ± 106.2 N vs 198.7 ± 39.5 N; P = .01), and slope (51.8 ± 9.9 N/mm vs 66.7 ± 16.2 N/mm; P = .021). Cyclic loading did not demonstrate significant differences between the 2 constructs. Double-row construct for reinsertion of a completely detached Achilles tendon using proximal and distal rows resulted in significantly larger contact area initially and 5 minutes after repair and led to significantly higher peak load to failure on destructive testing. In treatment for insertional Achilles tendinosis, the tendon often has to be detached and anatomically reattached to its insertion at the calcaneus. To our knowledge there is a lack of biomechanical studies supporting either a number or a pattern of suture anchor fixation. Because the stresses going across the insertion site of the Achilles tendon are significant

[Odontoid bending stiffness after anterior fixation with a single lag screw: biomechanical study].

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Buchvald, P; Čapek, L; Barsa, P

2015-01-01

PURPOSE OF THE STUDY The aim of the experiment was to compare the bending stiffness of an intact odontoid process with bending stiffness after its simulated type II fracture was fixed with a single lag screw. The experiment was done with a desire to answer the question of whether a single osteosynthetic screw is sufficient for good fixation of a type II odontoid fracture. MATERIAL AND METHODS The C2 vertebrae of six cadavers were used. With simultaneous measurement of odontoid bending stiffness, the occurrence of a fracture (type IIA, Grauer's modification of the Anderson- D'Alonzo classification) was simulated using action exerted by a tearing machine in the direction perpendicular to the odontoid axis. Each odontoid fracture was subsequently treated by direct osteosynthesis with a single lag screw inserted in the axial direction by a standard surgical procedure in order to provide conditions similar to those achieved by routine surgical management. The treated odontoid process was subsequently subjected to the same tearing machine loading as applied to it at the start of the experiment. The bending stiffness measured was then compared with that found before the fracture occurred. The results were statistically evaluated by the t-test for paired samples at the level of significance α = 0.05. RESULTS The average value of bending stiffness for odontoid processes of intact vertebrae at the moment of fracture occurrence was 318.3 N/mm. After single axial lag screw fixation of the fracture, the average bending stiffness for the odontoid processes treated was 331.3 N/mm. DISCUSSION Higher values of bending stiffness after screw fixation were found in all specimens and, in comparison with the values recorded before simulated fractures, the increase was statistically significant. CONCLUSIONS The results of our measurements suggest that the single lag screw fixation of a type IIA odontoid fracture will provide better stability for the fracture fragment-C2 body complex on

CERN honours Carlo Rubbia

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2009-01-01

On 7 April CERN will be holding a symposium to mark the 75th birthday of Carlo Rubbia, who shared the 1984 Nobel Prize for Physics with Simon van der Meer for contributions to the discovery of the W and Z bosons, carriers of the weak interaction. Following a presentation by Rolf Heuer, lectures will be given by eminent speakers on areas of science to which Carlo Rubbia has made decisive contributions. Michel Spiro, Director of the French National Institute of Nuclear and Particle Physics (IN2P3) of the CNRS, Lyn Evans, sLHC Project Leader, and Alan Astbury of the TRIUMF Laboratory will talk about the physics of the weak interaction and the discovery of the W and Z bosons. Former CERN Director-General Herwig Schopper will lecture on CERN’s accelerators from LEP to the LHC. Giovanni Bignami, former President of the Italian Space Agency, will speak about his work with Carlo Rubbia. Finally, Hans Joachim Schellnhuber of the Potsdam Institute for Climate Research and Sven Kul...

Tethers in Space

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Johnson, Les; Bilén, Sven G.; Gilchrist, Brian E.; Krause, Linda Habash

2017-09-01

This Special Section of Acta Astronautica contains several peer-reviewed papers selected from among those presented at the Fifth International Conference on Tethers in Space (TiS2016). After a hiatus of 21 years since the last Conference on Tethers in Space, TiS2016 brought together experts, practitioners, and other interested in space tethers and related fields. TiS2016 was held May 24-26, 2016 at The University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan, U.S.A. Leveraging the hard work of a great many volunteers, the conference co-chairs Prof. Brian Gilchrist and Prof. Sven Bilén welcomed an international contingent with authors from the U.S., Canada, Japan, Spain, China, Finland, Estonia, and Italy. The community provided updates on what has transpired since their last gathering by providing lessons learned; describing new technologies and subsystems; and proposing new tether missions and applications. Papers overviewed de-orbit systems, power generation, orbital maneuvering, momentum capture, debris removal, space tugs, space elevators, collision avoidance, and tether dynamics, among others.

Siegmund Brandt (1936 – 2016)

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2016-01-01

With deep sorrow, I must announce that our colleague Siegmund Brandt passed away on Sunday last week after a long struggle with illness.   (Photo by Dr. Sven Faller/University of Siegen) Brandt first worked at CERN in 1961 on pion-proton interactions using bubble chambers and earned his PhD in bubble chamber work from the University of Bonn in 1963. Later, he joined DESY working on PLUTO and TASSO at PETRA where he contributed to the three-jet analysis that led to the discovery of gluons in 1979. After that, in the mid-eighties, he returned to CERN, where he worked on ALEPH. His group contributed to the forward detectors of ALEPH with the Small Angle Tracker (SATR) and the Small Angle Monitor for Background (SAMBA). Brandt did some analysis work on Bhabha scattering and on jet production. After his retirement, he concentrated on writing books on physics. His last book, The Harvest of the Century was well received. Brandt was also elected to the Polish Academy of Arts and Sciences. His friends and...

Understanding Marital Disputes Management in Religious Office and Syariah Court in Malaysia

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Zakiyah Zakiyah

2015-02-01

Full Text Available This article reviews a monograph entitled Managing Marital Dispute in Malaysia, Islamic Mediators and Conflict Resolution in the Syariah Court written by Syarifah Zaleha Syed Hassan  and Sven Cederrot. This book contributed in the discourse of anthropology of Islamic law. This book discussed about three institutions that dealt with Islamic family law; kadi, women counselor and judge. This monograph was published in 1997 when Islamic family law became one of the heated topics in many part of the world. This book was a result of extensive research conducted at the religious office and syariah court in Kedah and Johor Malaysia. This study shows that mediator used different ways in dealing with the family disputes including formal, semi formal and informal. The first method was used to deal with adjudication, the second was utilized to manage arbitration, and the last was used in consultation, conciliation and mediation. In addition, ‘kadi’, women counselor  and the judge not only use legal formal approach but also local norm when giving advice and managing cases.

Label-free logic modules and two-layer cascade based on stem-loop probes containing a G-quadruplex domain.

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Guo, Yahui; Cheng, Junjie; Wang, Jine; Zhou, Xiaodong; Hu, Jiming; Pei, Renjun

2014-09-01

A simple, versatile, and label-free DNA computing strategy was designed by using toehold-mediated strand displacement and stem-loop probes. A full set of logic gates (YES, NOT, OR, NAND, AND, INHIBIT, NOR, XOR, XNOR) and a two-layer logic cascade were constructed. The probes contain a G-quadruplex domain, which was blocked or unfolded through inputs initiating strand displacement and the obviously distinguishable light-up fluorescent signal of G-quadruplex/NMM complex was used as the output readout. The inputs are the disease-specific nucleotide sequences with potential for clinic diagnosis. The developed versatile computing system based on our label-free and modular strategy might be adapted in multi-target diagnosis through DNA hybridization and aptamer-target interaction. © 2014 WILEY-VCH Verlag GmbH & Co. KGaA, Weinheim.

Thermal fatigue crack growth analysis in a nozzle corner

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Blauel, J.G.; Hodulak, L.

1983-01-01

Calculations of the crack growth under local thermal shock fatigue are performed. Estimates of crack growth are based on stress distributions obtained by a finite element analysis for thermal transients in the structure without crack. Stress intensity factors are calculated using interpolation formulae derived from known basic solutions for part-through cracks under constant and linearly varying load. The crack propagation at selected parts of the crack front is calculated stepwise by integration of the Paris law with material constants C and n interpolated from test results on compact specimens at constant temperatures. Experimental results for the model vessel test MB1 at an internal pressure of 14 N/mm 2 and a temperature of 320 0 C exposed to a repeated local spraying with cold water are presented and compared to predictions

A Study of Compressive Strength Characteristics of Laterite Sand Hollow Blocks

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Abiodun Olanipekun

2007-01-01

Full Text Available This paper presents the results of experimental investigations carried out on partial replacement of sand with laterite as it affects the compressive strength of sandcrete hollow blocks. Two mix proportions (1:6 and 1:8 were used with laterite content varying between 0 and 50% at 10% intervals. Hand and machine compaction methods were used. Curing was done by sprinkling water on the specimens. The results showed that for each mix proportion and compaction method, the compressive strength decreases with increase in laterite content. Machine compacted hollow sandcrete blocks made from mix ratio 1:6 and with up to 10% laterite content is found suitable and hence recommended for building construction having attained a 28-day compressive strength of 2.07N/mm2 as required by the Nigerian Standards.

Thermal, optical, and dielectric properties of fluoride Rb2TaF7

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Pogorel'tsev, E. I.; Mel'nikova, S. V.; Kartashev, A. V.; Gorev, M. V.; Flerov, I. N.; Laptash, N. M.

2017-05-01

The thermal, optical, and dielectric properties of fluoride Rb2TaF7 were investigated. It was observed that the variation in chemical pressure in fluorides A 2 +TaF7 caused by the cation substitution of rubidium for ammonium does not affect the ferroelastic nature of structural distortions, but leads to stabilization of the high- and low-temperature phases and enhancement of birefringence. The entropy of the phase transition P4/nmm ↔ Cmma is typical of the shift transformations, which is consistent with a model of the initial and distorted phase structures. The anisotropy of chemical pressure causes the change of signs of the anomalous strain and baric coefficient dT/ dp of Rb2TaF7 as compared with the values for its ammonium analog.

Combined Gravimetric-Seismic Crustal Model for Antarctica

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Baranov, Alexey; Tenzer, Robert; Bagherbandi, Mohammad

2018-01-01

The latest seismic data and improved information about the subglacial bedrock relief are used in this study to estimate the sediment and crustal thickness under the Antarctic continent. Since large parts of Antarctica are not yet covered by seismic surveys, the gravity and crustal structure models are used to interpolate the Moho information where seismic data are missing. The gravity information is also extended offshore to detect the Moho under continental margins and neighboring oceanic crust. The processing strategy involves the solution to the Vening Meinesz-Moritz's inverse problem of isostasy constrained on seismic data. A comparison of our new results with existing studies indicates a substantial improvement in the sediment and crustal models. The seismic data analysis shows significant sediment accumulations in Antarctica, with broad sedimentary basins. According to our result, the maximum sediment thickness in Antarctica is about 15 km under Filchner-Ronne Ice Shelf. The Moho relief closely resembles major geological and tectonic features. A rather thick continental crust of East Antarctic Craton is separated from a complex geological/tectonic structure of West Antarctica by the Transantarctic Mountains. The average Moho depth of 34.1 km under the Antarctic continent slightly differs from previous estimates. A maximum Moho deepening of 58.2 km under the Gamburtsev Subglacial Mountains in East Antarctica confirmed the presence of deep and compact orogenic roots. Another large Moho depth in East Antarctica is detected under Dronning Maud Land with two orogenic roots under Wohlthat Massif (48-50 km) and the Kottas Mountains (48-50 km) that are separated by a relatively thin crust along Jutulstraumen Rift. The Moho depth under central parts of the Transantarctic Mountains reaches 46 km. The maximum Moho deepening (34-38 km) in West Antarctica is under the Antarctic Peninsula. The Moho depth minima in East Antarctica are found under the Lambert Trench (24

Virtual real-time inspection of nuclear material via VRML and secure web pages

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Nilsen, C.; Jortner, J.; Damico, J.; Friesen, J.; Schwegel, J.

1996-01-01

Sandia National Laboratories'' Straight-Line project is working to provide the right sensor information to the right user to enhance the safety, security, and international accountability of nuclear material. One of Straight-Line''s efforts is to create a system to securely disseminate this data on the Internet''s World-Wide-Web. To make the user interface more intuitive, Sandia has generated a three dimensional VRML (virtual reality modeling language) interface for a secure web page. This paper will discuss the implementation of the Straight-Line secure 3-D web page. A discussion of the pros and cons of a 3-D web page is also presented. The public VRML demonstration described in this paper can be found on the Internet at this address, http://www.ca.sandia.gov/NMM/. A Netscape browser, version 3 is strongly recommended

Ketahanan Bending Komposit Hybrid Serat Batang Kelapa/Serat Gelas Dengan Matrik Urea Formaldehyde

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Nasmi Herlina Sari

2012-11-01

Full Text Available The composite has its own advantages compared to other alternative techniques such material is strong, lightweight,corrosion-resistant, economical and so on. The purpose of this study was to investigate the characteristics of bending strengthfiber composite hybrid coconut trunk / fiber glass using urea formaldehyde resin.Hybrid palm trunk fiber /glass fiber composite have been made by hand lay up which volume fraction fiber hybridvariation namely 10:20, 15:15 and 20:10 (% with length fiber 2 cm. Every Tests conducted were bending testing with eachvariation performed three times repetition. Bending test specimens in accordance with standard ASTMD 790.The results of bending strength of palm trunk fiber hybrid composite / fiber-glass with random fiber direction that thehighest bending strength in the palm trunk fiber volume fraction 10% and 20% glass fiber that is 22.7 N/mm2.