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Environmental Protection and Natural Resources, 2022 Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) are a group consisting of 209 congeners, differing in the number and site of substitution of chlorine atoms to the biphenyl molecule. Due to their physicochemical properties, they have found wide industry use. As a result
Gabryszewska Marta
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Royal Society Open Science, 2021 Dispersal capability often decides the geographical distribution and long-term success of a species. In this investigation, Pontodrilus litoralis, a widely distributed species along shores throughout mid- and low latitudes of the world, was investigated.
Shiao-Yin Chen +2 more
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Roots and earthworms under grass, clover and a grass-clover mixture [PDF]
, 2010 White clover has a lower root biomass and a higher abundance of earthworms than grass. This might have an impact on the ecosystem services soil structure maintenance and water regulation when white clover is introduced in a grass-clover mixture.
Bokhorst, J.G. +2 more
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A Review of Trans‐Dimensional Kirigami: From Compliant Mechanism to Multifunctional Robot
Advanced Intelligent Systems, EarlyView.This review outlines recent advancements in the geometric design and mechanical properties of kirigami. The kirigami is classified into two categories from a compliant mechanism perspective, highlighting their applications in metamaterials and robotic systems. Finally, the future research directions, is explored focusing on the potential of integrating
Yang Yu +14 more
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A Multimode Soft Robot Based on a Single Braided Tube
Advanced Intelligent Systems, EarlyView.This study introduces a novel soft multimode robot based on a single braided tube directly formed and actuated by SMA wires with distinct initial configurations. By combining contraction, elongation, and bending deformations, the robot achieves straight crawling, turning, inchworm crawling, and rolling without additional actuators.
Zhenhao Jia, Jiayao Ma, Yan Chen
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Majallah-i ̒Ilmī-i Shīlāt-i Īrān, 2018 Finding the suitable substitution for fish meal without any negative effect on fish performance is especially important for aquaculture development. In this research, the effect of substitution of fish meal with different levels of earthworm (Eisenia ...
B. Razzaghi; S. Yeganeh; A. Karamat amirkolaei; Kh. Janikhalili
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Investigating vermicompost production from agricultural waste and sheep manure [PDF]
Muhandisī-i Bihdāsht-i Muḥīṭ, 2023 Background & Objective: Vermicomposting is a promising, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly technology in organic waste management. In this study, the production of vermicompost by Eisenia Foetida earthworm from agricultural residues and sheep ...
Mohammad Amin Karami +3 more
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An oasis of fertility on a barren island: Earthworms at Papadil, Isle of Rum [PDF]
, 2015 The Isle of Rum, Inner Hebrides, has an impoverished earthworm fauna as the soils are generally acidic and nutrient-poor. Species associated with human habitation are found around deserted crofting settlements subjected to “clearances” in the mid-19th ...
Butt, Kevin Richard +3 more
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Multimodal Locomotion of Soft Robots
Advanced Intelligent Systems, EarlyView.This review comprehensively surveys recent advances in multimodal locomotion within soft robotics. Typical locomotion modes are summarized and categorized. Furthermore, the underlying mechanisms enabling multimodal locomotion are discussed and classified into three primary categories: active control‐based, reconfiguration‐based, and environment ...
Zihao Yuan +4 more
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Collection and rearing of earthworms [PDF]
, 2009 Earthworm experimentation requires a source of supply. This may come from field-collection, purchase from a supplier, or from breeding of stock. The mode of obtaining the animals may be determined by the type of experimentation, but must not compromise ...
Butt, Kevin Richard
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