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View article: Spirally Confined Reinforcing Bar for Flexural Behavior of Glass Fiber-Reinforced Concrete Beam
Spirally Confined Reinforcing Bar for Flexural Behavior of Glass Fiber-Reinforced Concrete Beam Open
This paper presents experimental results on the influence of the spiral anchor system on the flexural behavior of concrete beams reinforced with glass fiber-reinforced plastic (GFRP) bars. The experimental program consisted of eight beams …
View article: From Stents to Smart Implants Employing Biomimetic Materials: The Impact of 4D Printing on Modern Healthcare
From Stents to Smart Implants Employing Biomimetic Materials: The Impact of 4D Printing on Modern Healthcare Open
The sector of 4D printing represents a new frontier in additive manufacturing that allows for a material’s capability to adapt and respond to various stimuli, such as thermal transitions, humidity, and pH levels. The adaptability of such a…
View article: Bioprinting and Intellectual Property: Challenges, Opportunities, and the Road Ahead
Bioprinting and Intellectual Property: Challenges, Opportunities, and the Road Ahead Open
Bioprinting, an innovative combination of biotechnology and additive manufacturing, has emerged as a transformative technology in healthcare, enabling the fabrication of functional tissues, organs, and patient-specific implants. The implem…
View article: Leveraging 3D Printing for Resilient Disaster Management in Smart Cities
Leveraging 3D Printing for Resilient Disaster Management in Smart Cities Open
This work explores the transformative impact of 3D printing technology and disaster management within the context of smart cities. By evaluating various 3D printing technologies, such as desktop and large-scale printers, this research high…
View article: Evaluating Benchtop Additive Manufacturing Processes Considering Latest Enhancements in Operational Factors
Evaluating Benchtop Additive Manufacturing Processes Considering Latest Enhancements in Operational Factors Open
With the evolution of additive manufacturing technologies, concerning their material processing techniques, range of material choices and deposition speed, 3D printers are extensively employed in academia and industry for a number of purpo…
View article: A Novel Ratiometric Photoelectrochemical Biosensor Based on Front and Back Illumination for Sensitive and Accurate Glutathione Sensing
A Novel Ratiometric Photoelectrochemical Biosensor Based on Front and Back Illumination for Sensitive and Accurate Glutathione Sensing Open
The ratiometric detection method has a strong attraction for photoelectrochemical bioanalysis due to its high reliability and real-time calibration. However, its implementation typically depends on the spatial resolution of equipment and t…
View article: Additive Manufacturing for Surgical Planning and Education: A Review
Additive Manufacturing for Surgical Planning and Education: A Review Open
Additive manufacturing has been widely used in various industries, including the healthcare sector. Over the last few decades, AM has been playing an important role in the medical field in different areas, including surgical planning, impl…
View article: Post-Production Finishing Processes Utilized in 3D Printing Technologies
Post-Production Finishing Processes Utilized in 3D Printing Technologies Open
Additive manufacturing (AM) has revolutionized production across industries, yet challenges persist in achieving optimal part quality. This paper studies the enhancement of post-processing techniques to elevate the overall quality of AM-pr…
View article: Transforming Object Design and Creation: Biomaterials and Contemporary Manufacturing Leading the Way
Transforming Object Design and Creation: Biomaterials and Contemporary Manufacturing Leading the Way Open
In the field of three-dimensional object design and fabrication, this paper explores the transformative potential at the intersection of biomaterials, biopolymers, and additive manufacturing. Drawing inspiration from the intricate designs …
View article: A Solar-Driven Oil–Water Separator with Fluorescence Sensing Performance
A Solar-Driven Oil–Water Separator with Fluorescence Sensing Performance Open
Presently, the separation of oil and water through functional membranes inevitably entails either inefficient gravity-driven processes or energy-intensive vacuum pressure mechanisms. This study introduces an innovative photothermal evapora…
View article: Advanced Composite Materials Utilized in FDM/FFF 3D Printing Manufacturing Processes: The Case of Filled Filaments
Advanced Composite Materials Utilized in FDM/FFF 3D Printing Manufacturing Processes: The Case of Filled Filaments Open
The emergence of additive manufacturing technologies has brought about a significant transformation in several industries. Among these technologies, Fused Deposition Modeling/Fused Filament Fabrication (FDM/FFF) 3D printing has gained prom…
View article: Effect of Fly Ash on Mechanical Properties of Polymer Resin Grout
Effect of Fly Ash on Mechanical Properties of Polymer Resin Grout Open
High-strength grout is specified to increase the bond between grout and bar in grouted connections and to ensure that the forces in the bars can be transferred to the surrounding material accordingly. Although polymer grout is fast setting…
View article: Mechanical Properties of Rubberized Concrete at Elevated Temperatures
Mechanical Properties of Rubberized Concrete at Elevated Temperatures Open
The use of rubberized concrete has become increasingly popular as a means of disposing of waste materials, such as used and end-of-life tires, while also providing an effective solution for construction applications. The strength and durab…
View article: Self-Healing Hydrogel Membrane Provides a Strategy for the Steady Production of Clean Water from Organic Wastewater
Self-Healing Hydrogel Membrane Provides a Strategy for the Steady Production of Clean Water from Organic Wastewater Open
When the typical solar-driven hydrogel water evaporator treats the organic sewage, the organic pollutants will be accumulated in the evaporator and affect the evaporation performance. This issue is resolved by using silver–disulfide bondin…
View article: Spiropyran-Based Soft Substrate with SPR, Anti-Reflection and Anti-NRET for Enhanced Visualization/Fluorescence Dual Response to Metal Ions
Spiropyran-Based Soft Substrate with SPR, Anti-Reflection and Anti-NRET for Enhanced Visualization/Fluorescence Dual Response to Metal Ions Open
The photoluminescence of modified spiropyran on solid surfaces is poor, and the fluorescence intensity of its MC form is weak, which affects its application in the field of sensing. In this work, a PMMA layer containing Au nanoparticles an…
View article: Applying a Combination of Cutting-Edge Industry 4.0 Processes towards Fabricating a Customized Component
Applying a Combination of Cutting-Edge Industry 4.0 Processes towards Fabricating a Customized Component Open
3D scanning, 3D printing, and CAD design software are considered important tools in Industry 4.0 product development processes. Each one of them has seen widespread use in a variety of scientific and commercial fields. This work aims to de…
View article: Sensitive and Reversible Ammonia Gas Sensor Based on Single-Walled Carbon Nanotubes
Sensitive and Reversible Ammonia Gas Sensor Based on Single-Walled Carbon Nanotubes Open
The present study reports on the fabrication and performance of ammonia sensors based on single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWCNTs) coated with gold nanoparticles (AuNPs). The AuNPs were incorporated onto the SWCNTs using two different method…
View article: Sensitive and Reversible Ammonia Gas Sensor Based on Single-Walled Carbon Nanotubes
Sensitive and Reversible Ammonia Gas Sensor Based on Single-Walled Carbon Nanotubes Open
The present study reports on the fabrication and performance of ammonia sensors based on single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWCNTs) coated with gold nanoparticles (AuNPs). The sensors were subjected to controlled concentrations of ammonia at …
View article: Three-Dimensional Printing and 3D Scanning: Emerging Technologies Exhibiting High Potential in the Field of Cultural Heritage
Three-Dimensional Printing and 3D Scanning: Emerging Technologies Exhibiting High Potential in the Field of Cultural Heritage Open
Three-dimensional scanning and 3D printing have become increasingly important tools in the field of cultural heritage. Three-dimensional scanning is used to create detailed digital models of cultural heritage sites, artifacts, and monument…
View article: A Novel Photo-Thermal-Electric Conversion System with an Integrated Support Material
A Novel Photo-Thermal-Electric Conversion System with an Integrated Support Material Open
In conventional photo-thermal-electric conversion systems, the photo-thermal conversion module is coupled to a thermoelectric conversion module. However, the physical contact interface between the modules causes serious energy loss. In ord…
View article: A Comprehensive Evaluation of the Mechanical Properties of Rubberized Concrete
A Comprehensive Evaluation of the Mechanical Properties of Rubberized Concrete Open
Most metropolitan areas in the world are facing major solid-waste-disposal problems. The solid-waste problem is considered one of the major environmental problems that countries and environmental organizations are paying increasing attenti…
View article: Photodegradation of Ciprofloxacin and Levofloxacin by Au@ZnONPs-MoS2-rGO Nanocomposites
Photodegradation of Ciprofloxacin and Levofloxacin by Au@ZnONPs-MoS2-rGO Nanocomposites Open
This study aimed to investigate the photocatalytic performance of diverse zinc oxide catalysts containing gold nanoparticles (AuNPs), molybdenum disulfide (MoS2), and reduced graphene oxide (rGO) toward the degradation of the antibiotics l…
View article: Photodegradation of Ciprofloxacin and Levofloxacin by Au@ZnONPs-MoS2-rGO Nanocomposites
Photodegradation of Ciprofloxacin and Levofloxacin by Au@ZnONPs-MoS2-rGO Nanocomposites Open
November 15th, 2022 was selected as the day where the human population reached the 8 billion mark [1]. This new reality will force the governments around the world to find ways to sustainably produce and secure food, water, and energy for …
View article: Biomimetic Catalysts Based on Au@TiO2-MoS2-CeO2 Composites for the Production of Hydrogen by Water Splitting
Biomimetic Catalysts Based on Au@TiO2-MoS2-CeO2 Composites for the Production of Hydrogen by Water Splitting Open
The photocatalytic hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) by water splitting has been studied, using catalysts based on crystalline TiO2 nanowires (TiO2NWs), which were synthesized by a hydrothermal procedure. This nanomaterial was subsequently…
View article: A Bioinspired Ag Nanoparticle/PPy Nanobowl/TiO2 Micropyramid SERS Substrate
A Bioinspired Ag Nanoparticle/PPy Nanobowl/TiO2 Micropyramid SERS Substrate Open
In this paper, the micropyramid structure was transferred to the TiO2 substrate by soft imprinting. Then, the PPy nanobowls were assembled onto the surface of the TiO2 micropyramids through the induction of the PS template. Finally, a laye…
View article: Synthesis of Dimpled Particles by Seeded Emulsion Polymerization and Their Application in Superhydrophobic Coatings
Synthesis of Dimpled Particles by Seeded Emulsion Polymerization and Their Application in Superhydrophobic Coatings Open
Dimpled particles are synthesized through the seeded polymerization of fluoroacrylate and styrene on swelled polystyrene spheres. The morphologies of the particles can be controlled by the polymerization temperature, the amount of solvent …
View article: A Novel Bio-Inspired Ag/3D-TiO2/Si SERS Substrate with Ordered Moth-like Structure
A Novel Bio-Inspired Ag/3D-TiO2/Si SERS Substrate with Ordered Moth-like Structure Open
This paper reports a novel method to fabricate a bio-inspired SERS substrate with low reflectivity, ultra-sensitivity, excellent uniformity, and recyclability. First, double layers of polystyrene spheres with different particle sizes were …
View article: Kinematic and dynamic study of a manipulator 1T6R
Kinematic and dynamic study of a manipulator 1T6R Open
The paper presents in detail a method of calculating the forces acting on a 1T6R robot manipulator. To determine the reactions (forces in kinematic torques), you must first determine the inertial forces in the mechanism to which one or mor…
View article: Assessment of Woodcrete Using Destructive and Non-Destructive Test Methods
Assessment of Woodcrete Using Destructive and Non-Destructive Test Methods Open
Utilizing solid wastes and industrial by-products as a partial replacement for raw materials has become an acceptable practice among researchers and scientists in the civil engineering field. Sawdust and wood shavings are not an exception;…
View article: A Ternary Model for Particle Packing Optimization
A Ternary Model for Particle Packing Optimization Open
Powder packing in metal powders is an important aspect of additive manufacturing (otherwise known as 3-D printing), as it directly impacts the physical and mechanical properties of materials. Improving the packing density of powder directl…