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Influence of tribology on global energy consumption, costs and emissions Open
Calculations of the impact of friction and wear on energy consumption, economic expenditure, and CO2 emissions are presented on a global scale. This impact study covers the four main energy consuming sectors: transportation, manufacturing,…
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A definition of bioinks and their distinction from biomaterial inks Open
Biofabrication aims to fabricate biologically functional products through bioprinting or bioassembly (Groll et al 2016 Biofabrication 8 013001). In biofabrication processes, cells are positioned at defined coordinates in three-dimensional …
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A review of non-destructive testing methods of composite materials Open
A review provided about non-destructive testing (NDT) methods for the evaluation of composites. The review considers the capabilities of most common methods in composite NDT applications such as Visual Testing (VT or VI), Ultrasonic Testin…
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Review—Recent Advances and Remaining Challenges for Lithium Ion Battery Cathodes Open
Lithium ion batteries have become an integral part of our daily lives. Among a number of different cathode materials nickel-rich LiNixCoyMnzO2 is particularly interesting. The material can deliver high capacities of ∼195 mAh g−1 putting it…
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A Review of Self‐Healing Concrete for Damage Management of Structures Open
The increasing concern for safety and sustainability of structures is calling for the development of smart self‐healing materials and preventive repair methods. The appearance of small cracks (<300 µm in width) in concrete is almost unavoi…
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Structures to Resist the Effects of the Accidental Explosions Open
Currently in the field of civil engineering the requirement regarding knowledge blast loads are essential. Every country in the world are having terrorist threats. As the scenario of terrorist attacks are unpredictable neither location nor…
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Indentation Hardness Measurements at Macro-, Micro-, and Nanoscale: A Critical Overview Open
The Brinell, Vickers, Meyer, Rockwell, Shore, IHRD, Knoop, Buchholz, and nanoindentation methods used to measure the indentation hardness of materials at different scales are compared, and main issues and misconceptions in the understandin…
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Plastic waste to fuels by hydrocracking at mild conditions Open
Bifunctional catalyst blend is active in hydrocracking of plastic waste to valuable fuels and lubricants with high yields.
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Polypropylene as a Promising Plastic: A Review Open
This paper critically reviews polypropylene (PP) material in several aspects. The aim of this study is to prove that polypropylene is a promising plastic by showing its great chemical, physical and mechanical properties, understanding and …
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A review of international abuse testing standards and regulations for lithium ion batteries in electric and hybrid electric vehicles Open
Lithium ion batteries are a proven technology for automotive applications and their continued use in the future electric vehicle fleet is undeniable. In addition to battery performance and durability, battery safety is paramount to ensure …
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Design of a 3D printed concrete bridge by testing Open
The current state of research and development into the additive manufacturing of concrete is poised to become a disruptive technology in the construction industry. Although many academic and industrial institutions have successfully realis…
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Protective coatings on zirconium-based alloys as accident-tolerant fuel (ATF) claddings Open
Surface-modified zirconium (Zr)-based alloys, mainly by fabricating protective coatings, are being developed and evaluated as accident-tolerant fuel (ATF) claddings, aiming to improve fuel reliability and safety during normal operations, a…
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Ultra-high performance concrete: From fundamental to applications Open
Over the last twenty years, remarkable advances have taken place in the research and application of ultra-high performance concrete (UHPC), which exhibits excellent rheological behaviors that include workability, self-placing and self-dens…
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What are the factors that contribute to road accidents? An assessment of law enforcement views, ordinary drivers’ opinions, and road accident records Open
What are the main contributing factors to road accidents? Factors such as inexperience, lack of skill, and risk-taking behaviors have been associated with the collisions of young drivers. In contrast, visual, cognitive, and mobility impair…
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Safety of hydrogen storage and transportation: An overview on mechanisms, techniques, and challenges Open
The extensive usage of fossil fuels has caused significant environmental pollution, climate change and energy crises. The significant advantages of hydrogen, such as cleanliness, high efficiency, and a wide range of sources, make it quite …
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The problem with root cause analysis Open
Attempts to learn from high-risk industries such as aviation and nuclear power have been a prominent feature of the patient safety movement since the late 1990s. One noteworthy practice adopted from such industries, endorsed by healthcare …
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Plastic Debris in the Marine Environment: History and Future Challenges Open
The success of plastic as a material has shaped the development of modern society and challenged older materials in many of their established uses. However, plastic is now a major component of litter and is extensively reported within the …
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Risks of Plastic Debris: Unravelling Fact, Opinion, Perception, and Belief Open
Researcher and media alarms have caused plastic debris to be perceived as a major threat to humans and animals. However, although the waste of plastic in the environment is clearly undesirable for aesthetic and economic reasons, the actual…
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UHPC evolution, development, and utilization in construction: a review Open
An advanced development in construction industry was achieved by applying ultra-high-performance concrete technology (UHPC). Intensive research efforts had been concentrated in construction to produced amazing levels of qualities with stre…
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Seismic Performance Assessment of Buildings Open
The seismic performance assessment of buildings is a challenging process [...]
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Photovoltaic failure and degradation modes Open
The extensive photovoltaic field reliability literature was analyzed and reviewed. Future work is prioritized based upon information assembled from recent installations, and inconsistencies in degradation mode identification are discussed …
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Electrical Resistivity of Concrete for Durability Evaluation: A Review Open
Degradation processes in reinforced concrete structures that affect durability are partially controlled by transport of aggressive ions through the concrete microstructure. Ions are charged and the ability of concrete to hold out against t…
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International Perspective on UHPC in Bridge Engineering Open
Ultrahigh-performance concrete (UHPC) offers significant potential to address a variety of needs in bridge design, construction, and performance enhancement. Bridge owners have shown willingness to embrace novel solutions that could addres…
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Li-Ion Battery Fire Hazards and Safety Strategies Open
In the past five years, there have been numerous cases of Li-ion battery fires and explosions, resulting in property damage and bodily injuries. This paper discusses the thermal runaway mechanism and presents various thermal runaway mitiga…
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Microbially influenced corrosion—Any progress? Open
Microbially influenced corrosion (MIC), is acknowledged to be the direct cause of catastrophic corrosion failures, with associated damage costs ranging to many billions of US$ annually. In spite of extensive research and numerous publicati…
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Solid-state batteries: The critical role of mechanics Open
Solid-state batteries with lithium metal anodes have the potential for higher energy density, longer lifetime, wider operating temperature, and increased safety. Although the bulk of the research has focused on improving transport kinetics…
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Catastrophic tailings dam failures and disaster risk disclosure Open
The global mining industry produces billions of tonnes of mine tailings each year. This slurry of waste material is often contained in dams, which are among some of the world's largest engineered structures. Several recent and catastrophic…
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What we have learned from the 2008 Wenchuan Earthquake and its aftermath: A decade of research and challenges Open
The 2008 Mw 7.9 Wenchuan Earthquake (Sichuan, China) was possibly the largest and most destructive recent earthquake as far as the geo-hazards are concerned. Of the nearly 200,000 landslides triggered originally, many remobilized within a …
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A Review on the Thermal Hazards of the Lithium-Ion Battery and the Corresponding Countermeasures Open
As one of the most promising new energy sources, the lithium-ion battery (LIB) and its associated safety concerns have attracted great research interest. Herein, a comprehensive review on the thermal hazards of LIBs and the corresponding c…
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Industrial Process Monitoring in the Big Data/Industry 4.0 Era: from Detection, to Diagnosis, to Prognosis Open
We provide a critical outlook of the evolution of Industrial Process Monitoring (IPM) since its introduction almost 100 years ago. Several evolution trends that have been structuring IPM developments over this extended period of time are b…