Parameter Optimization of Graded Macadam Transitional Layer for Inverted Asphalt Pavement Based on the Mechanical Response and Strength Standard by Chen Zhang, Yong Lei

“…The stress distribution laws of GMTL were studied with different loads by means of BISAR3.0. The influences of the thickness and the modulus of GMTL on the pavement stress were analyzed. …”
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Damage mechanism and evolution model of geopolymer stabilized coarse grained fillings subjected to repeated freeze-thaw actions by Shengnian Wang, Yuting Xiang, Zhijian Wu, Honglei Hui, Shuguang Hou, Zhujun Sun

“…The strength and stiffness of GSCGFs decrease nonlinearly with the freeze-thaw cycles and presented a first fast and then slow-down change trend, their stiffness evolution at different compaction degrees revealed a big difference due to the weakening bite effect and enhancing overhead structure among rock blocks. …”
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Reinforced Concrete with Graphene Oxide: Techno-Economic Feasibility for Reduced Cement Usage and CO2 Emissions by D. Domínguez-Santos, P. Muñoz, J. O. Morales-Ferreiro, C. Acuña, D. E. Diaz-Droguett, Elvira Villaro

“…Besides, economic assessments were performed by considering the overall cost of materials (GO and concrete) and the savings from CO2 emissions, based on different scenarios for both GO and CO2 prices. The optimal formulation uses 0.1% GO by weight of cement, improving compressive strength by up to 17.92% and flexural strength by up to 74.78%. …”
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Fabrication and evaluation of a host-guest polylactic acid/gelatin-hydroxyapatite-blueberry scaffold for bone regeneration by Someyra Sistani, Samira Asgharzade, Samaneh Arab, Marjan Bahraminasab, Elahe Soltani-Fard

“…The pores in the framework were subsequently occupied with nano-hydroxyapatite (HA), gelatin (G), and blueberry extract (BB) mixed with different ratios (guest). The physicochemical, mechanical, and biological behavior of the scaffolds were investigated. …”
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Thermal Optimization of Earth Bricks Using Néré Husk (<i>Parkia biglobosa</i>) by Magnouréwa Josiane Tossim, Elhadji Dieng, Kpatchaa Lidawou Bafei, Cyprien Coffi Aholou, Yawovi Mawuénya Xolali Dany Ayité

“…The use of bio-based materials such as néré husk (<i>Parkia biglobosa</i>) in the manufacture of compressed earth bricks is a sustainable alternative for improving their thermal performance. …”
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Production of concrete expansive agents from freshwater sludge and carbide sludge by Mingqian Yang, Bo Xu, Jiawei Tan, En-Hua Yang, Yaolin Yi

“…The performance of cement with and without EAs was subsequently analyzed, including restrained expansion, compressive strength, flexural strength, and setting time. …”
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Evolution and trend of landslide research in India based on a decade long publication record by Ashutosh Kainthola, Vishnu Himanshu Ratnam Pandey, Gaurav Kushwaha, Kumari Priya, P. K. Singh, T. N. Singh

“…Direct shear tests and unconfined compressive strength (UCS) were the most commonly performed laboratory tests. …”
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Sugar Replacers in Confectionary beyond Sugar-Free Chewing-Gums: Demonstration of Oral Health Benefits of Polyols in Tablets Using a Customized-Reversed pH-Telemetry Test by Caroline Perreau, Daniel Wils, Clémentine Thabuis

“…Results: For each tablet, a neutralization score was calculated as the difference in the pH values (pH values at the end of the consumption of the respective tablets—pH value just before consumption of the tablets). …”
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Script-Based Material and Geometrical Modeling of Steel–Concrete Composite Connections for Comprehensive Analysis Under Varied Configurations by Dániel Gosztola, Péter Grubits, János Szép, Majid Movahedi Rad

“…It was found that stud length has a reduced effect on structural performance, particularly when considering the concrete properties used in bridge construction, where compressive failure of the concrete zone is more critical at lower concrete strengths. …”
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Research on the coordinated optimization of energy storage and renewable energy in off-grid microgrids under new electric power systems by Zhuoran Song, Mingli Zhang, Yuanying Chi, Jialin Li, Yi Zheng

“…Energy storage systems not only mitigate the intermittency and volatility of renewable energy generation but also supply power support during peak demand periods, thereby improving grid stability and reliability. By comparing different energy storage technologies, such as lithium-ion batteries, pumped hydro storage, and compressed air energy storage, the optimal energy storage capacity configurations tailored to various application scenarios are proposed in this study. …”
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Effect of NCO content on working principle and structural behavior of laminated polyurethane seismic bearings by Xiaotao Yu, Yong Yuan, Zhuowei Deng, Siqi Wang, Hongping Zhu

“…This study provides a reference for the application of LPEB with different NCO.…”
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Preparation and Performance Evaluation of TiO2 incorporated Fly Ash-Kaolin Ceramic Membrane for Oil/Water Separation by Eny Apriyanti, Heru Susanto, I Nyoman Widiasa

“…The XRD pattern of all formulated membranes showed almost no change, however, the crystal intensity varied due to the different ceramic compositions. P hysicochemical properties evaluation showed that the membrane with fly ash, kaolin, and alumina of 20 : 30 : 40 wt% has reached the best characteristic. …”
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Direct Shear Creep Characteristics and Microstructure of Fiber-Reinforced Soil by Hao Tang, Huahua Li, Zhao Duan, Chiyang Liu, Guannan Wu, Jinzhi Luo

“…Most studies focus on the conventional mechanical properties of reinforced soil, such as its tensile, compressive, and shear strength, and rarely study its creep-related mechanical properties. …”
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Comprehensive Performance Evaluation of Steel Slag–Slag–Desulfurization Gypsum Ternary Solid Waste Cementitious Material Based on Principal Component Analysis by Mengqi Wang, Jian Xu, Tao Li, Hui Liu, Lei Qu

“…Grey correlation degree (GCD) analysis was employed to investigate the impact of different factors on performance, while the micro-reaction mechanism was elucidated through X-ray diffraction (XRD) patterns and Fourier infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR) spectra. …”
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Oral azithromycin versus doxycycline in meibomian gland dysfunction: A hospital-based study at Nepal eye hospital by Sabita Dhakal, Sabina Shrestha, Pooja Karki, Sujata Dhakal

“…Conservative management consists of warm compresses, mechanical eyelid massage, and artificial tears; when severe, an oral antibiotic with anti-inflammatory properties can be suggested. …”
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Determination of similar material proportions based on orthogonal experiments and neural network optimization in the goaf area by Shengdi Wang, Junzhi Chen, Yonggang Zhang, Xiaowei Qiao, Zhiping Zhang, Xin Wang

“…Systematic testing of similar material samples with 25 different mixing ratios yielded extensive data on various physical and mechanical parameters, which were then utilized to reveal the complex interactions among various influencing factors.The cement-gypsum-ratio significantly influenced the uniaxial compressive strength and elastic modulus, while the barite content influenced the density, and the glycerol content impacted the internal friction angle. …”
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Experimental and Mathematical Modeling of Monotonic Behavior of Calcareous Sand by Haotian Zhang, Zongmu Luo, Yanyu Qiu, Huachao Liu, Juan Gu, Jian Tang

“…The prominent performance of wave elimination and energy absorption makes calcareous sand important and useful in infrastructure construction and protection engineering. Due to the high compressibility induced by remarkable intragranular void and irregular shape, calcareous sand presents different mechanical behaviors from common terrestrial sands. …”
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Unlocking the Potential of RFA and Stabilizers in High Moisture Geotechnical Applications by Kaiqing Zhou, Xuliang Wang, Jun Hu, Qinxi Dong, Hui Zeng

“…Through laboratory experiments, the study systematically examines the effects of different mixing ratios of RFA (20%, 40%, 60%) and soil stabilizers (10%, 15%, 20%) with red clay. …”
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GIANT CELL TUMOR WITH VERTEBRAL ANEURYSMATIC BONE CYST IN A YOUNG – A CASE REPORT by Letícia Rodrigues Martinez Pucciarelli, Maria Carolina Franco da Cunha, Izabela Spereta Moscardini, Daniela Alari Chedid, Marcela Teixeira Oliveira de Bruno Paiva, Mateus Miyasaka, Carla Campos Petean Silva, Rian Souza Vieira

“…After imaging tests, a fracture of the body of the fourth lumbar vertebra (L4) was observed, with a pathological appearance and a compressive mass effect on the neural elements at the same level. …”
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Plant diversity at the final stage of the Miocene Climate Optimum – Revision of the flora of Leoben, Styria, Austria by Johanna Kovar-Eder

“…It comprises mainly leaves, but also remains of flowers, inflorescences and fructifications, mostly preserved as strongly compressed impressions. The present revision reduces the number of taxa from 382 (in Ettingshausen, 1888, excluding fungi) to ~175 or to ~150 when different organs of probably one biological fossil-species are fused. …”
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