Mechanism of hydraulic fracture propagation and fracturing process optimization in thin-interbedded sandstone-shale reservoirs based on 3D discrete lattice method by Dongzheng Sun, Fabin Xu, Lei Ma, Long Li, Cheng Han

“…Therefore, the process optimization scheme is proposed: 60 mPa·s high viscous surface is used when the barrier modulus is <6,000 MPa, 10 mPa·s low viscous activated weak surface is selected when the reservoir-interlayer stress difference is <5 MPa, multi-stage proppant combination and 8–10 m3/min injection displacement control are used to achieve the optimal configuration of technical and economic parameters. …”
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THE OFFENCE-CONSTITUTIONAL CHALLENGES OR CONTROVERSIES. ECONOMIC IMPLICATIONS by Elvira Mihaela PĂTRĂUȘ

“…The outlined evolution of Romanian criminal law in the new Criminal Code from the initial moment of its adoption until this date creates the impression of a slightly cracked base for a lasting reform, even if the legislator’s intention was to abandon the traditional influence and to follow a normal and natural path of assimilation of European criminal law, in order to actively contribute to the homogenization of the criminal justice system at the level of the European Union. …”
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Dynamical Modelling, Stochastic Simulation and Optimization in the Context of Damage Tolerant Design by Sergio Butkewitsch

“…This way, it is possible to track how the mechanical vibration, through its varying amplitude stress field, activates and develops the fatigue failure mechanism. …”
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Gulliver – A new kind of industrial CT by Michael Salamon, Nils Reims, Dimitri Prjamkov, Michael Schmitt, Jurij Makarov, Dennis Ak, Markus Kronenberger, Katja Schladitz, Claudia Redenbach, Szymon Grzesiak, Christoph de Sousa, Catherina Thiele, Matthias Pahn

“…In addition, the future measurement campaigns planned with the system are presented and the possibilities to access the innovative testing system for own research activities are explained.  …”
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Quality properties of Kishk (a dried fermented cereal-milk mixture) prepared from different raw materials by Mohamed G.E. Gadallah, Mohamed F.Y. Hassan

“…Kishk is a dried fermented product made from yoghurt and parboiled cracked cereal (Burghol) mixture and it is widely consumed in Egypt and the eastern Mediterranean. …”
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Experimental study on uniaxial mechanical properties of 1 G NPR anchor sandstone by Jiong WANG, Jian JIANG, Siyu WANG, Peng LIU, Zengchao FENG, Rongzhi QI

“…In comparison, the 1G NPR cable-anchored specimens exhibit a stepwise increase in AE activity during the early stages, without a sudden burst of activity at failure. …”
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Biodegradable zinc alloys with high strength and suitable mechanical integrity as bone repair metals by Chengwu Lu, Chao Song, Yunlong Yu, Linhai Yang, Wu Zheng, Fenqi Luo, Yuhua Xiao, Jun Luo, Jie Xu

“…The decreased elongation primarily attributed to the formation of surface corrosion pits or holes, exacerbating crack propagation during tension. Biocompatibility assessments of Zn alloys demonstrated that a 50% concentration of Zn alloy leach solution cultured with C3H10 and RMSC cells yielded cellular activity exceeding 80%, indicating excellent cytocompatibility. …”
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Synergistic strengthening and toughening in β titanium alloy via enhanced micron-sized primary α with the fiber-like β grains by Leliang Liu, Qiaoyan Sun, Jixiong Liu, Xiaoxiang Wang, Jun Sun

“…The fiber-like β grains effectively hinder and deflect crack propagation in Charpy impact tests, significantly enhancing the impact toughness. …”
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Formulation of synbiotic buttermilk powder with higher viability of probiotic cells by Anu Ahlawat, Harsh B. Jadhav, Laxmi Ananthanarayan

“…The moisture content, water activity, bulk density, hygroscopicity, solubility, particle size, and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) of SBMP were better than the control sample for 17 weeks. …”
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New Halophilic Community Degrades Plastics: A Metagenomic Study by Nikolay Krumov, Nikolina Atanasova, Ivanka Boyadzhieva, Tsvetelina Paunova-Krasteva, Kaloyan Berberov, Kaloyan Petrov, Penka Petrova

“…Moreover, a scanning electron microscopy (SEM) analysis revealed visible cracks, craters, and holes in the surface of the polymer particles. …”
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The Structural Performance of Fiber-Reinforced Geopolymers: A Review by Salvatore Benfratello, Luigi Palizzolo, Carmelo Sanfilippo, Antonino Valenza, Sana Ullah

“…However, challenges such as complex mix designs, the availability of alkaline activators, curing temperatures, fiber matrix compatibility issues, and limited standards are restricting its large-scale adoption. …”
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Experimental study on fracture properties of steam-cured high-strength concrete by Xiaoqian Wang, Xinyang Li, Yuzhi Chen, Wenlei Xu, Xi Zuo

“…The activity of the HSC fracture process was reflected by the AE ringing count, and the damage evolution law of the fracture process was evaluated using the b -value. …”
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Mechanical and structural properties of fiber-reinforced heavyweight self-compacting concrete incorporating supplementary cementitious materials by Jana Čepčianska, Martin T. Palou, Peter Czirák, Michal Slaný, Marián Matejdes, Matúš Žemlička

“…The addition of PP, and St fibers improved flexural strength, and crack resistance, while all three fiber types contributed to reduced shrinkage.…”
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Anti-Synthetase Syndrome: A Rare and Challenging Diagnosis for Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD): A Case Report by Asif Islam, Kinza Shahid, Fatima Khurshid, Umer Haider, Memoona Khalood

“…Case Report: We report a case of 37-year-old female who had multiple admissions for polyarthritis which was symmetrical, progressive, involving large and small joints associated with morning stiffness, relieved by medication temporarily, with subsequent development of respiratory symptoms like cough, fever off and on, shortness of breath, exertional dyspnea, along with cracks on fingers of hands (mechanics hands). Symptoms worsened gradually with time, affecting her daily routine activities like combing hair, changing clothes, exertional dyspnea on taking few steps, debilitating her quality of life. …”
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Non surgical therapy for chronic anal fissure by M. V. Abritsova, N. R. Torchua, E. M. Bogdanova, M. A. Markina

“…In patients with complete epithelization of anal fissures, according to the results of EMG on the 21st day of therapy, spontaneous wave activity was absent. In 9 patients, despite the reduction of pain, sphincter spasm persisted after therapy and cracks in the anal canal did not heal.Discussion. …”
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Biodegradation of low-density polyethylene LDPE by marine bacterial strains Gordonia alkanivorans PBM1 and PSW1 isolated from Mediterranean Sea, Alexandria, Egypt by Donia M. Wafaa, Mahmoud W. Sadik, Hala F. Eissa, Kareem Tonbol

“…Abstract Plastic has become an essential part of daily human activity. Nonetheless, its over-utilization has resulted in environmental accumulation, leading to marine contamination. …”
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Evaluation of Photocatalytic and Protein Adsorption Properties of Anodized Titanium Plate Immersed in Simulated Body Fluid by Ryoji Sawada, Yuya Katou, Hirofumi Shibata, Max Katayama, Toru Nonami

“…The titanium plate was immersed in simulated body fluid for 1 day to evaluate the photocatalytic activity and protein adsorption ability, and a homogeneous crack-free hydroxyapatite layer was formed. …”
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The distribution of the european swallow bug (oeciacus hirundinis jenyns, 1839) in the nests of house martin (delichon urbica linnaeus, 1758) in afyonkarahisar by Mustafa Köse, Kürşat Kartal, Mustafa Eser, Bilal Dik

“…When house martins started to leave nests and tend to migrate, bugs showed high activity, moved towards interior sites of the buildings and cracks and crevices in the walls.…”
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Validated thermal model for bacterial survival in fire-resistant self-healing concrete by Ajitanshu Vedrtnam, Kishor Kalauni, M. T. Palou

“…Abstract Bacteria-based self-healing concrete offers a sustainable solution to extend the service life of infrastructure by autonomously sealing cracks through microbial calcium carbonate precipitation. …”
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Hydrochemical Characteristics and Evolution Laws of Drinking Groundwater in Pengyang County, Ningxia, Northwest China by Li Peiyue, Qian Hui, Wu Jianhua

“…Correlation analysis showed that the dissolution of rock salt and sodium sulfate salt as well as calcite precipitation occurred in pore water and in pore-crack water in clastic rocks the dissolution of albite, K-feldspar and the precipitation of dolomite were also important effects.…”
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