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Manufacturing Process of Straddle Monorail Beam-switching Turnout

Chengshi guidao jiaotong yanjiu
[Objective] Due to the diverse components, complex internal structures, and significant deformation risks of straddle monorail beam-switching turnout, issues such as improper component installation, welding-induced thermal deformation, and stress ...
Hang ZHOU, Rui JING, Jinghao LI
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Effects of social norms and fractionalization on voting behavior in Japan [PDF]

This paper uses prefecture-level panel data from Japan, spanning the period 1989–2003, to examine the influence of social norms and fractionalization on voting behavior.
yamamura, eiji
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Microneedles Fabrication by Substrate‐Independent Electrostretching and In‐Situ Focused Electrospray Deposition for Transdermal Drug Delivery

Advanced Materials Technologies, EarlyView.
A novel electrohydrodynamic platform integrating substrate‐independent in situ dried electrostretching (SI‐PIDES) and in situ focused electrospray deposition (IFED) enables mold‐free fabrication and precise drug coating of flexible core–sheath microneedle patches.
Ngoc Luan Mai, Dinh Nghi Ngo, Yuqing Mu, Thien Xuan Dinh, Yin Xiao, Dzung Viet Dao, Yuen Kuan Yong, Van Thanh Dau   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Soft Robotic Excretory Care Simulator for Nursing Education: Functional and Perceptual Biomimetics Approach

Advanced Robotics Research, EarlyView.
A soft robotic simulator is developed to replicate the digital removal of feces (DRF), a sensitive yet essential nursing procedure. Integrating soft actuators, sensors, and a realistic rectal model, the simulator balances functional fidelity with perceptual realism. Engineering evaluations and nurse feedback confirm its potential to enhance training in
Shoko Miyagawa, Sota Suzuki, Shizuka Watanabe, Zebing Mao, Young Ah Seong, Toshinori Fujie, Tatsuhiro Horii, Kenjiro Tadakuma, Koichi Suzumori, Hiroyuki Nabae, Shingo Maeda   +10 more
wiley   +1 more source

Multiobjective Codesign Optimization of a Planar Pneumatic Artificial Muscle‐Based Snake‐Like Robot for Enhanced Agility and Energy Efficiency

Advanced Robotics Research, EarlyView.
A codesign multiobjective optimization framework was developed to enhance the morphology and controller of a snake‐like robot driven by artificial muscles. It improved planar locomotion, agility, and power efficiency. The approach optimized link geometry and controller gains, revealing that shorter muscles near joints and longer linkages maximize ...
Ayla Valles, Mahdi Haghshenas‐Jaryani
wiley   +1 more source

Toward the problem of political absenteeism

Известия высших учебных заведений. Поволжский регион: Общественные науки
Background. Political absenteeism is a serious problem for modern society, as this process negatively affects both democratic processes in general and the legitimacy of government in particular. Given the growing distrust of political institutions, it is
O.V. Elistratova, V.V. Fomin
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Efficient and Robust Standing Postures of Quadruped Robots

Advanced Robotics Research, EarlyView.
A calibrated static framework estimates load, optimizes torques, and adapts posture so quadruped robots stand efficiently and robustly under external payloads, achieving up to 50% lower torque demand. Inspired by the natural posture adjustments of animals under external loading, this article presents an optimization‐based framework for minimizing joint
Mohamad Kanaan, Hamza Jomaa, Jack Challita, Kawthar Zaidan, Riad Saab, Hussein Hussein   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Voting when the Stakes are High [PDF]

Rational choice theories of electoral participation stress that an individual's decision to vote depends on her expected net benefit from doing so. If this instrumental motive is relevant, then turnout should be higher in elections where more is at stake.
Jon H. Fiva, Jørgen Juel Andersen, Gisle James Natvik   +2 more
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From Lab to Landscape: Environmental Biohybrid Robotics for Ecological Futures

Advanced Robotics Research, EarlyView.
This Perspective explores environmental biohybrid robotics, integrating living tissues, microorganisms, and insects for operation in real‐world ecosystems. It traces the leap from laboratory experiments to forests, wetlands, and urban environments and discusses key challenges, development pathways, and opportunities for ecological monitoring and ...
Miriam Filippi
wiley   +1 more source

Does motor voter work? Evidence from state-level data [PDF]

Using time-series cross-section data on state-level registration and turnout, "motor voter" registration programs mandated by the National Voter Registration Act are found to be effective in enhancing voter participation in the states that have already ...
Knack, Stephen
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