Do long-lasting insecticidal nets retain their efficacy after three years of usage in Afghanistan? Findings from a study on survivorship, physical integrity, insecticidal activity... by Martijn Vink, Mushtaq Ahmad, Muhammad Farooq Sabawoon, Mohammad Sami Nahzat, Abdul Majeed Siddiqi, Mohammad Naseem, Najeebullah Alizoi, Henk D. Schallig, John Bradley, Sarah Moore, Maarten F. Schim van der Loeff

“…Abstract Background Long-Lasting Insecticidal Nets (LLINs) are effective malaria prevention tools. However, information is limited about their durability and wash resistance in field circumstances, especially in seasonal transmission areas in South Asia. …”
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Estimation of the probability of failure during operation of a prefabricated cutting tool with replaceable polyhedral plates by nonparametric statistics methods by K. V. Syzrantseva, N. A. Vasilega

“…The article discusses the issues of durability of a prefabricated cutting tool in the process of metal cutting, as well as the risk of loss of its operability. …”
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Les outils d’évaluation de la biodiversité et des services écosystémiques recommandés aux entreprises : compromis entre crédibilité, pertinence et légitimité by Anastasia Wolff, Natacha Gondran, Christian Brodhag

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Artificial intelligence Defect Detection Robustness inReal-time Non-Destructive Testing of Metal Surfaces by Chaoyu Dong, Jovian Sanjaya Putra, Andrew A. Malcolm

“…Their structural integrity, durability, and functionality depend heavily on their quality, making surface inspection a vital process. …”
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Endovascular versus neurosurgical aneurysm treatment: study protocol for the development and validation of a clinical prediction tool for individualised decision making by Hester F Lingsma, Diederik W J Dippel, David van Klaveren, Bob Roozenbeek, Mathieu van der Jagt, Ruben Dammers, Pieter-Jan van Doormaal, Jordi de Winkel, Simone A Dijkland

“…We will disseminate our results through an open-access peer-reviewed scientific publication and with a web-based clinical prediction tool.…”
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Mechanical behavior analysis of a Friction Stir Welding (FSW) for welded joint applied to polymer materials by Hachellaf Kaddour, Meddah Hadj Miloud, Ould chikh El Bahri, Lounis Abdellah

“…A parametric choice was made to optimize the operating parameters namely the shape of the welding tool, the speed of rotation and the speed of advance of the tool. …”
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A Novel Method for Manufacturing Molds for CFRP Prepreg Lamination Using Polymeric Acrylic Resin–Aluminum Trihydrate by Mihai Părpăriță, Paul Bere, Mircea Cioază

“…Also, laminating tests are conducted; results indicate that laminating tools produced through this method achieve competitive mechanical performance, including a hard, smooth surface with low roughness, making them viable candidates for industrial use. …”
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Medición "in situ" de la permeabilidad al aire del hormigón: status quo Concrete air permeability "in situ "test status quo by Luis Ebensperger, Roberto Torrent

“…<br>The authors have been involved in the creation, preliminary tests and development of the "Torrent Method", which is intended to test air permeability in concrete. …”
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MPSeqM, a tool combining multiplex PCR and high-throughput sequencing to study the polymorphism of eight Leptosphaeria maculans avirulence genes and its application to field survey... by Angélique Gautier, Valérie Laval, Marie-Hélène Balesdent

“…Results We tested the method on DNA pools of 71 characterised L. maculans isolates and of leaf spots from 32 L. maculans isolates. …”
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Unveiling the Fire Effects on Hydric Dynamics of Carbonate Stones: Leeb Hardness and Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity as Capillary Coefficient Predictors by Roberta Lobarinhas, Amélia Dionísio, Gustavo Paneiro

“…Natural carbonate stones such as limestones and marbles are widely used in heritage and contemporary architecture, yet their durability is increasingly threatened by wildfire-related thermal stress. …”
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Evaluation of Wear Mechanisms of an Aluminum Alloy in Emergency Applications by M.G. Minciuna, P. Vizureanu, A.V. Sandu, B. Istrate

“…The results of the study provide practical recommendations for increasing the durability and functionality of essential firefighting tools.…”
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Structural Interaction Between Woven Kenaf FRP Plates and Notched Concrete Beams Under Flexural Loading by Zaim Omar, Hilton Ahmad, Sugiman Sugiman, Hazrina Mansor, Suleyman Khalif Mohamed, Ku Muhammad Firdaus Ku Meh

“…Abstract Concrete is widely recognised for its durability and high compressive strength, making it one of the most utilised construction materials globally. …”
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L’évaluation de la durabilité des fruitières à comté : vers un nouvel outil de management ? by Philippe Jeanneaux

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A drop dispenser for simplifying on-farm detection of foodborne pathogens. by Mohsen Ranjbaran, Simerdeep Kaur, Jiangshan Wang, Bibek Raut, Mohit S Verma

“…The drop generator was tested over an extended period to assess its durability and usability over time. …”
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HIGH PERFORMANCE TAPS FOR CUTTING THREADS IN DIFFICULT TO MACHINE MATERIALS by M. R. Akhmedova, R. V. Guseynov

“…The existing relationship between vibration system amplitude and tool durability is indicated; on this basis, it is determined that the best course for improving the durability performance is increasing vibratory resistance. …”
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Investigation of Hybrid Tooth Profiles for Robotic Drives Based on IH Tooth Profiles and Cycloidal Curves by Wonhyeong Jeong, Myungsung Lee, Sehoon Oh, Hansu Jeon, Kwangouck Youm

“…A tooth profile design tool based on the HTP equation was developed using Python 3.13.3. …”
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Rubric development and validation for assessing educational robotics skills by Ahmad Yousef, Abedalkarim Ayyoub

“…A multiphase method has been followed, including a literature study, expert consultation, content validation, pilot testing, reliability analysis, and construct validation. …”
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Thermal shock resistance of additive manufactured Inconel 718 by concentrated solar energy by Juan de Damborenea, Ana Conde, Gloria Rodriguez-Donoso, Fernando Agulló-Rueda, Maria Angeles Arenas

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Tribological Evaluation and Model of Wear Behavior in the Boundary Lubrication of the Contact Surfaces of Cycloidal Reducers by Juozas Padgurskas, Oleksandr Dykha, Raimundas Rukuiža, Darius Volskis, Rima Mickevičienė, Giorgi Abramishvili, Jumber Iosebidze

“…However, their operational durability is limited by surface wear and lubricant degradation under elevated contact loads and boundary lubrication conditions. …”
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Optimizing Artificial Neural Networks with Particle Swarm Optimization for Accurate Prediction of Insulator Flashover Voltage Under Dry and Rainy Conditions by Abdelhalim Mahdjoubi, lazreg taibaoui, Boubakeur Zegnini

“… Outdoor insulators are highly susceptible to environmental factors, such as moisture, rain, and contaminants, which significantly degrade their efficiency and durability. These factors contribute to surface flashovers, leading to insulation failures in outdoor power systems. …”
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