Development of Economic Water Usage Sensor and Cyber-Physical Systems Co-Simulation Platform for Home Energy Saving [PDF]
In this thesis, two Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) approaches were considered to reduce residential building energy consumption. First, a flow sensor was developed for residential gas and electric storage water heaters.
Singer, Joe
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Influence of the Substrate Temperature on the Growth Mechanism of Allylamine Plasma Polymer Films
The influence of the substrate temperature on the growth mechanism of allylamine plasma polymers is investigated by correlating the plasma chemistry and the physico‐chemical properties of the coatings. New insights about the mechanistic formation of functionalized plasma polymers at a molecular level are provided, paving the way toward a better ...
Robin Dantinne +6 more
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Effect of the Norfolk Southern Train Derailment on House Prices in East Palestine, OH
In February 2023, a Norfolk Southern (NS) train derailed in East Palestine Ohio. Several rail cars crashed off the tracks, releasing hazardous chemicals into two local creeks.
Robert A. Simons +2 more
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Tracking the Brisbane residential property market: Post GFC [PDF]
Prior to the GFC, Brisbane and Perth were experiencing the highest increases in median residential house prices, compared to the other major Australian cities, due to strong demand for both owner occupied and investment residential property.
Eves, Chris
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From Copper Nanoparticles to Alumina Encapsulated Porous Layers With Enhanced Mechanical Stability
This study analyzes the synthesis‐structure relation of individual Cu nanoparticles and highly porous nanoparticle‐based Cu films using different sputtering‐based nanoparticle sources. The inherent mechanical instability of the films is tackled with Al2O3 encapsulation through atomic layer deposition, enabling 4‐fold increase in critical force in ...
Dominik Gutnik +6 more
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Beyond the new horizon : trends and issues in residential child care [PDF]
High profile scandals of abuse and poor outcomes of children in residential child care have contributed to a government focus on improving the quality of services.
Kendrick, Andrew
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The article overviews past and current efforts on caloric materials and systems, highlighting the contributions of Ames National Laboratory to the field. Solid‐state caloric heat pumping is an innovative method that can be implemented in a wide range of cooling and heating applications.
Agata Czernuszewicz +5 more
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Siege and Response: Families’ Everyday Lives and Experiences with Children’s Residential Mental Health Services (SUMMARY REPORT) [PDF]
Our purpose in interviewing families who had a child placed in residential children’s mental health treatment was to provide insight into the lives and service experiences of these families as they struggle to care for their child and find appropriate ...
Adams, Gerald R. +3 more
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This critical review presents a comprehensive roadmap for the precision 3D printing of cellulose. Quantitative correlations link ink formulation and rheological properties to print fidelity and final material performance. This framework guides the development of advanced functional materials, from biomedical scaffolds to electromagnetic shielding ...
Majed Amini +3 more
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A different way to look at things : the development of consultancy in a residential service for children and young people [PDF]
The support of consultancy and the tasks associated with consultation are considered to play a vital role in the development of good practice in residential care and in safeguarding children and young people.
Kendrick, Andrew +1 more
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