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Recent Advances in Laser‐Induced Graphene‐Based Gas Sensors: From Sensing Mechanisms to Biomedical Applications

Advanced Science, EarlyView.
Laser‐induced graphene (LIG) provides a scalable, laser‐direct‐written route to porous graphene architecture with tunable chemistry and defect density. Through heterojunction engineering, catalytic functionalization, and intrinsic self‐heating, LIG achieves highly sensitive and selective detection of NOX, NH3, H2, and humidity, supporting next ...
Md Abu Sayeed Biswas, Ankan Dutta, Shuvendu Das, Abu Musa Abdullah, Wanqing Zhang, Fatema Tuz Zohra, Huanyu Cheng   +6 more
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Internal flow pattern of the condenser section that affects the heat transfer characteristics of rectangular two-phase closed thermosyphon

Case Studies in Thermal Engineering
This research examines the internal flow patterns within the condenser and evaporator sections that influence the heat transfer characteristics of a rectangular two-phase closed thermosyphon (RTPCT).
Kittipon Khaongam, Teerapat Chompookham, Thanya Parametthanuwat   +2 more
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Harnessing Phase Separation for the Development of High‐Performance Hydrogels

Advanced Science, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Hydrogels are indispensable for the development of next‐generation bioelectronics, soft robotics, and biomedical devices, where their mechanical properties determine performance and reliability. Among strategies to enhance hydrogel mechanics, phase separation enables controlled heterogeneity resulting in gel networks that are reinforced by ...
Yue Shao, Yiming Ma, Baihao Shao, Molly M. Stevens   +3 more
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The effect of different working fluids and internal geometries on the efficiency of evacuated tube heat pipe solar collectors

Journal of Energy in Southern Africa, 2020
In this study, a heat pipe was modified with designed and manufactured inserts of specific profiles in order to investigate the effect of the internal geometries and working fluids on the efficiency of the evacuated tube heat pipe solar collector.
Jean Gad Mukuna, Jasson Gryzagoridis
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A Worm‐Inspired Origami Robot with Multimodal Locomotion for Adaptive Mobility in Complex Pipeline Environments

Advanced Science, EarlyView.
An origami worm‐inspired robot achieves multimodal locomotion in confined pipelines through mechatronic integration that embeds actuation, control, and communication within each origami module. Large, reversible configuration and dimensional changes enable 25 gaits synthesized by a unified framework across peristaltic, inchworm, and wheel‐rolling modes
Qiwei Zhang, Kangning Tan, Zihan He, Hongsen Pang, Yanjie Wang, Hongbin Fang, Jian Xu   +6 more
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Multi‐Targeting Carnosic Acid Kills Drug‐Resistant Helicobacter pylori With Narrow‐Spectrum Activity

Advanced Science, EarlyView.
Carnosic acid selectively eradicates drug‐resistant Helicobacter pylori through a multi‐targeted mechanism involving urease inhibition, membrane disruption, and biofilm eradication. It exhibits no detectable resistance, potent in vivo efficacy, and minimal impact on gut microbiota, positioning it as a promising narrow‐spectrum lead compound against ...
Yuefan Bai, Hongming Huang, Xudong Hang, Shanwei Hu, Qian Tong, Jingchen Xu, Jia Jia, Hongkai Bi   +7 more
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Preliminary Study on the Application of Heat Pipe Reactor in Unmanned Underwater Vehicles [PDF]

E3S Web of Conferences
At the beginning of the 21st century, due to the re-proposal of the United States space exploration program, heat pipe reactors once again received widespread attention from researchers.
Zhao Jiajun, Chen Yuqing, Sheng Dongjie, Mao Zhangliang, Liu Pengfei   +4 more
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A Portable Soft Robotic Glove with Fully Functional Thumb Assistance for Complex Dexterous Fine Motor Skills

Advanced Science, EarlyView.
A portable, sensorized, and controlled dexterous thumb‐enhanced glove helps stroke survivors swipe phones, twist caps, and perform other tasks. It is based on a powerful continuously, segmented origami dual chamber actuator to achieve active thumb CMC and MCP joint assistance and passively extend the IP joint.
Disheng Xie, Zhen Wang, Zhongping Ye, Minghao Liu, Xiangqian Shi, Shuk Fan Tong, Jianbin Liu, Chuanbin Mao, Thomas W. Leung, Haitao Liu, Raymond Kai‐yu Tong   +10 more
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Pipe Sizing for Novel Heat Distribution Technology

Energies, 2019
This paper assesses pipe sizing aspects for previously proposed, novel, low heat distribution technology with three pipes. Assessment issues include heat loss, pressure loss, and pipe sizing for different typical pipe configurations.
Helge Averfalk, Fredric Ottermo, Sven Werner   +2 more
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A Multimodal Haptic Feedback Interface with Thin‐Film Compliant Mechanism

Advanced Science, EarlyView.
Multimodal haptic devices can trigger different mechanoreceptors, enabling richer haptic information. This study presents an electromagnetic multimodal haptic device capable of delivering indentation, stretch, and vibration stimuli. The device is enabled by a novel polymer thin‐film compliant mechanism that provides high translational compliance along ...
Jingjing Wan, Emanuele Nicotra, James Davies, Kefan Zhu, Quang Anh Nguyen, Sinuo Zhao, Chi Cong Nguyen, Bibhu Sharma, Adrienne Ji, Hermione Truong, Patrick Pruscino, Tan Huynh, Phuoc Thien Phan, Hoang‐Phuong Phan, Nigel Hamilton Lovell, Thanh Nho Do   +15 more
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