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Theoretical approach of studying human fingers modelled as inflated membranes and experimental validation of study [PDF]

open access: yesJournal of Research and Innovation for Sustainable Society, 2023
The human hand has evolved to become the most complex and versatile grasping and manipulation tool. The fingers play a crucial role in acquiring information about touched objects through tactile and thermal sensors.
Andrei Călin   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Titanium dioxide particles frequently present in face masks intended for general use require regulatory control

open access: yesScientific Reports, 2022
Although titanium dioxide (TiO2) is a suspected human carcinogen when inhaled, fiber-grade TiO2 (nano)particles were demonstrated in synthetic textile fibers of face masks intended for the general public.
Eveline Verleysen   +13 more
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Validation of the Remote Automated ki:e Speech Biomarker for Cognition in Mild Cognitive Impairment: Verification and Validation following DiME V3 Framework

open access: yesDigital Biomarkers, 2022
Introduction: Progressive cognitive decline is the cardinal behavioral symptom in most dementia-causing diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease. While most well-established measures for cognition might not fit tomorrow’s decentralized remote clinical trials,
Johannes Tröger   +11 more
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Uses of biodegradable lubricants, a challenge of today's societies [PDF]

open access: yesJournal of Research and Innovation for Sustainable Society, 2022
In this paper, aspects regarding lubricants, their classification, their influence on the environment and their areas of use are presented. Lubrication represents an important process for various equipment and machines with moving parts.
Andreea Mirela Teleasa   +2 more
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Physicochemical Characterization of the Pristine E171 Food Additive by Standardized and Validated Methods

open access: yesNanomaterials, 2020
E171 (titanium dioxide) is a food additive that has been authorized for use as a food colorant in the European Union. The application of E171 in food has become an issue of debate, since there are indications that it may alter the intestinal barrier ...
Eveline Verleysen   +6 more
doaj   +1 more source

Influence of lubrication, tool steel composition, and topography on the high temperature tribological behaviour of aluminium

open access: yesFriction, 2020
The use of high strength aluminium alloys, such as 6XXX and 7XXX series, is continuously increasing for automotive applications in view of their good strength-to-weight ratio.
Justine Decrozant-Triquenaux   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Analysis of the Sealing Capability of Radial Shaft Sealing Rings Using a Semi-Analytical Contact Model

open access: yesTribology Online, 2022
This paper presents a semi-analytical method for analyzing the sealing capability of radial shaft sealing (RSS). For this purpose, a microscale contact model is used to simulate the mounting procedure between the sealing lip and the shaft for different ...
Flavien Foko Foko   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Virtual Testing Workflows Based on the Function-Oriented System Architecture in SysML: A Case Study in Wind Turbine Systems

open access: yesWind, 2022
Wind turbines (WT) are complex multidisciplinary systems containing a large number of mechanical, control, and electrical components. Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) provides an approach for cross-discipline development to address the system ...
Yizhe Zhang   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Artificial Neural Network Architecture for Prediction of Contact Mechanical Response

open access: yesFrontiers in Mechanical Engineering, 2021
Predicting the contact mechanical response for various types of surfaces is and has long been a subject, where many researchers have made valuable contributions.
Kalle Kalliorinne   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Use of Technological Diagnosis in Rail Vehicle Engines Maintenance

open access: yesLogi, 2021
The paper aims to classify the maintenance of internal combustion engines in 812 series diesel multiple units, to analyse operating failures, and to identify methods and procedures for determining their current mechanical condition.
Ondriga Jozef   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

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