Probabilistic Fatigue Life Prediction of Plain Concrete Under Cyclic Loading Through Experimental Finite Element and Stochastic Modelling by Mohamad Shazwan Ahmad Shah, Sarehati Umar, Nurul ‘Azizah Mukhlas, Ng Chiew Teng, Haikhal Faeez Hairuddin, Wan Ikram Wajdee Wan Ahmad Kamal, Hanis Hazirah Arifin, Norhazilan Md. Noor

“…The results underscore the importance of integrating deterministic finite element methods with probabilistic modelling to achieve a robust reliable fatigue life prediction framework for concrete structures. This research advances understanding of fatigue performance in plain concrete, providing essential insights for enhancing infrastructure durability and reliability.…”
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Compression Damage Precursors of Silane-Protected Concrete Under Sulfate Erosion Based on Acoustic Emission Characterization by Wanmao Zhang, Dunwen Liu, Yu Tang, Yinghua Jian

“…Concrete materials exposed to sulfate-rich geological environments are prone to structural durability degradation due to chemical erosion. Silane-based protective materials can enhance the durability of concrete structures under harsh environmental conditions. …”
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Integrated biomimetic biphasic structures for high-strain-rate resistance and thermal insulation: Design, fabrication and performance characterization by Lijia Guo, Zhichao Dong, Zihao Chen, Xiaoyu Wang, Weijie Li, Ying Li

“…Natural organisms have evolved lightweight, strong, and durable structures through long-term evolutionary adaptation. …”
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End Times and Architectural Style on the Christian Campus by Rachel Engler

“…Design undertaken within the framework of assumed apocalyptic narratives troubles notions of permanence and durability—historically vital terms for thinking about building. …”
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Mold-glass interface adhesion mechanisms in precision glass molding by Hanhan Zhao, Liangchi Zhang

“…The findings provide a multi-dimensional framework for addressing adhesion challenges in PGM, setting the stage for enhanced efficiency and quality in precision optics manufacturing.…”
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Advances in Minimally Invasive Treatments for Prostate Cancer: A review of the Role of Ultrasound Therapy and Laser therapy by Corneliu-Dan Blendea, Mohammad Tazim Khan, Marius Stoian, Teodor Claudiu Ion Gligore, Ștefan Cuculici, Ion Lucian Stanciu, Mirela Gabriela-Irina Protosevici, Marius Iordache, Anca Buliman, Carmen Costea-Firan, Ioana Simona Cazacu, Liviu-Constantin Iordache, Doroteea Teoibaș-Șerban

“…The current body of evidence also highlights a need for more long-term follow-up data to ascertain the durability of these modalities. Minimally invasive therapies, particularly HIFU and laser therapy, represent a transformative shift in Pca management. …”
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MDO of Robotic Landing Gear Systems: A Hybrid Belt-Driven Compliant Mechanism for VTOL Drones Application by Masoud Kabganian, Seyed M. Hashemi

“…This results in a lower system weight, improved energy efficiency, and enhanced durability, compared to earlier fully actuated, articulated, four-legged, two-jointed designs. …”
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Evaluating Sustainability in Social-ecological Systems: 50 Years of Conservation in Florianópolis, Brazil by Allison Bridges

“…Growing challenges to the continued protection of conservation units in the city resulting from population growth are also raised to advance approaches to evaluating the durability of sustainability initiatives.…”
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Enhancing and monitoring the environmental performance of complex industrial projects: a communication-based approach by Joseph Mansour Salamé, Isabelle Nicolaï, Michael Saidani, Yann Leroy

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Approaches to assess new pneumococcal vaccines for immunogenicity, development and licensure by Feroze A. Ganaie, Moon H. Nahm

“…Assessment of antibody avidity and memory B-cell responses offer additional insights into immune quality and durability. Together, these methodologies form a robust framework for evaluating current and next-generation PCVs, supporting evidence-based vaccine licensure, informing public health strategies, and addressing evolving challenges in pneumococcal disease prevention.…”
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Determination of residual strain in steel wire cord by chemical method by N. A. Zmeeva

“…Residual strains are an additional factor affecting the adhesive strength and durability of adhesive joints.The principle of determining the residual strains is to remove the coating from the metal wire cord, paint the transverse halves of each thread. …”
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Development and validation of heat resistant rolling and deformation absorbing nozzle necks for friction and reaction force reduction by Yeon-Gwan Lee, Min-Su Jang

“…This research provides critical insights into friction reduction and deformation-absorbing strategies for high-stress aerospace components, establishing a robust framework for enhanced durability and performance.…”
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Service Life Prediction of Precast Concrete Structures Exposed to Chloride Environment by Dawei Zhang, Yu Zeng, Mingshan Fang, Weiliang Jin

“…By applying the path probability model (PPM) and reliability theory, a probabilistic framework was proposed to predict three limit states of PC structures, including corrosion initiation, serviceability limit state, and ultimate limit state. …”
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Ecological properties of soil improved by high-performance ester materials under freeze-thaw cycles conditions. by Cuiying Zhou, Qingxiu Zhang, Jin Liao, Haoqiang Lai, Zhen Liu

“…This study establishes a comprehensive theoretical framework for predicting the service life of ester materials in cold regions and optimizing their application strategies.…”
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Decentralized Ledger Journalism: An Uninvestigated Frontier of Data-Driven Reporting by Alexandra G. Shilina

“…DLJ, we argue, offers a novel framework for enhancing journalistic integrity in a digital environment increasingly shaped by opacity, manipulation, and central control.…”
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The Structural and Cost Analysis of Musholla Baitul Munjiy, Semarang Regency by Nevy Risna Dyah Kumala, Anno Mahfuda

“…The findings offer a replicable design framework to enhance both structural resilience and economic viability of small-scale religious buildings in seismic-prone regions.…”
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A Model Predictive Control Strategy for improvement Performance in PV-Battery-Hydrogen DC Islanded Microgrid by Errakkas Khalid, Kissaoui Mohammed, Lajouad Rachid, El Magri Abdelmounime, Atifi Youness, Khayat Ahmed

“…It focuses on integrating photovoltaic systems, battery storage, and hydrogen energy storage. The framework is designed to enhance operational efficiency and stability, especially in isolated or non-grid connected regions. …”
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The effectiveness of social training in individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD): a systematic review and transfer analysis by Vahid Nejati, Aida Peyvandi, Nasim Nazari, Fatemeh Abadi

“…This study systematically explores the transferability of social training in individuals with ASD, guided by the conceptual model known as the FIELD framework (Function, Implement, Ecology, Level, and Durability). …”
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CrustChain: Resolving the blockchain trilemma via decentralized storage and proof-of-capacity consensus. by Saha Reno, Koushik Roy

“…Experimental results demonstrate 99.99% data durability across 1,024 global nodes with $150 hardware requirements, achieving energy efficiency of 0.3 Joules per transaction (0.05% of Bitcoin's consumption), and outperforming Filecoin's storage costs by 63%. …”
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On joint efficiency of composite anisotropic plate rigidly fixed along outside edges by A. G. Akopyan

“…It can contribute to a significant increase in their reliability, durability, and to reduction of the production and operation costs. …”
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