Analyses for smart PR- CFT connections (T- stub connection type)

2015 ◽  
pp. 151-171
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2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Maiko Kokubu ◽  
Masaru Matsui ◽  
Takayuki Uemura ◽  
Katsuhiko Morimoto ◽  
Masahiro Eriguchi ◽  
...  

Abstract Peritonitis is a critical complication of peritoneal dialysis (PD). Investigators have reported the risk of peritonitis in patients on continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD) versus automated peritoneal dialysis (APD), but the available evidence is predominantly based on observational studies which failed to report on the connection type. Our understanding of the relationship between peritonitis risk and PD modality thus remained insufficient. We studied 285 participants who began PD treatment between 1997 and 2014 at three hospitals in Nara Prefecture in Japan. We matched 106 APD patients with 106 CAPD patients based on their propensity scores. The primary outcome was time to first episode of peritonitis within 3 years after PD commencement. In total, PD peritonitis occurred in 64 patients during the study period. Patients initiated on APD had a lower risk of peritonitis than did those initiated on CAPD in both the unadjusted and adjusted models. The hazard ratio (HR) and 95% confidence interval (CI) for the primary endpoint were 0.30 (0.17–0.53) in the fully adjusted model including connection type. In the matched cohort, APD patients had a significantly lower risk of peritonitis than did CAPD patients (log-rank: p < 0.001, HR 0.32, 95% CI 0.16–0.59). The weighting-adjusted analysis of the inverse probability of treatment yielded a similar result (HR 0.35, 95% CI 0.18–0.67). In conclusion, patients initiated on APD at PD commencement had a reduced risk of peritonitis compared with those initiated on CAPD, suggesting APD may be preferable for prevention of peritonitis among PD patients.


Polymers ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (5) ◽  
pp. 829
Author(s):  
Galina M. Mamardashvili ◽  
Dmitriy A. Lazovskiy ◽  
Ilya A. Khodov ◽  
Artem E. Efimov ◽  
Nugzar Z. Mamardashvili

New coordination oligomers and polymers of Sn(IV)-tetra(4-sulfonatophenyl)porphyrin have been constructed by the chelation reaction of its diaxialphenolates with Cu2+. The structure and properties of the synthesized polyporphyrin arrays were investigated by 1H Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (1H NMR), Infra Red (IR), Ultra Violet - Visible (UV-Vis) and fluorescence spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, Powder X-Rays Diffraction (PXRD), Electron Paramagnetic Resonance (EPR), thermal gravimetric, elemental analysis, and quantum chemical calculations. The results show that the diaxial coordination of bidentate organic ligands (L-tyrazine and diaminohydroquinone) leads to the quenching of the tetrapyrrole chromophore fluorescence, while the chelation of the porphyrinate diaxial complexes with Cu2+ is accompanied by an increase in the fluorescence in the organo-inorganic hybrid polymers formed. The obtained results are of particular interest to those involved in creating new ‘chemo-responsive’ (i.e., selectively interacting with other chemical species as receptors, sensors, or photocatalysts) materials, the optoelectronic properties of which can be controlled by varying the number and connection type of monomeric fragments in the polyporphyrin arrays.


2018 ◽  
Vol 18 (3) ◽  
pp. 921-934 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ramazan Livaoğlu ◽  
Mehmet Ömer Timurağaoğlu ◽  
Cavit Serhatoğlu ◽  
Mahmud Sami Döven

Abstract. On 6 February 2017 an earthquake swarm began at the western end of Turkey. This was the first recorded swarm in the Çanakkale region since continuous seismic monitoring began in 1970. The number of earthquakes located increased during the following 10 days. This paper describes the output of a survey carried out in the earthquake-prone towns in the area of Ayvacık, Çanakkale, Turkey, in February 2017 after the earthquakes. Observations of traditional buildings were made on site at the rural area of Ayvacık. A description of the main structural features and their effects on the most frequently viewed damage modes were made according to in-plane, out-of-plane behavior of the wall regarding construction practice, connection type, etc. It was found that there were no convenient connections like cavity ties or sufficient mortar strength resulting in decreased and/or lack of lateral load bearing capacity of the wall. Furthermore, distribution maps of damaged/undamaged buildings according to villages, damage ratios, structures and damage levels are generated. Distribution maps showed that damage ratio of structures is higher in villages close to epicenter and decrease away from epicenter except Gülpınar, where past experiences and development level affect the construction quality.


2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 17-28
Author(s):  
Ravi Wiyantoko ◽  
Ahmad Hamim Thohari ◽  
Muhammad Dzuhri Maarief

The process of extracting oil and gas is carried out by drilling with a depth of more than 200 meters below the surface of the ground, so one steel pipe is needed to run the process. The manufacture of steel pipes for the opening process has special standards, one of which is a long pipe. To reach a depth of 200 meters below the ground level, a pipe connection is needed to reach that height. The method of connecting the pipes is called the Thread Connection Type. This method has more than 20 types of threads to be applied in pipe joints. To facilitate the discussion of the types of threads and their specifications, we need a technology that can be used interactive and mobile learning media to deliver detailed information on the type of thread. The author uses the use of Augmented Reality (AR) technology to be applied as an Android-based training media that can facilitate the existing Connection Thread along with special specifications with 3D visualization. This study aims to measure the validity and practicality of using ISO 25010 (in terms of functional suitability, performance efficiency, portability and usability) of learning media so that it is easier to understand and practical. The study consisted of two parts: 1) Validity by experts (5 experts), 2) Practicality by trainees or employees (16 participants) using the USE Questionnaire instrument. Furthermore, in application development using the Multimedia Development Life Cycle (MDLC) method as its development method. As a result, the application was declared feasible with the results of the percentage of experts Validity of 96% and Practicality by employees of 79%.


2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Erik J. Peterson ◽  
Bradley Voytek

AbstractNeural oscillations are one of the most well-known macroscopic phenomena observed in the nervous system, and the benefits of oscillatory coding have been the topic of frequent analysis. Many of these studies focused on communication between populations which were already oscillating, and sought to understand how synchrony and communication interact. In this paper, take an alternative approach. We focus on measuring the costs, and benefits, of moving to an from an aperiodic code to a rhythmic one. We utilize a Linear-Nonlinear Poisson model, and assume a rate code. We report that no one factor seems to predict the costs, or benefits, of translating into a rhythmic code. Instead the synaptic connection type, strength, population size, and stimulus and oscillation firing rates interact in nonlinear ways. We suggest a number of experiments that might be used to confirm these predictions.Author summaryIt’s good to oscillate, sometimes.


Irriga ◽  
2007 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 225-234
Author(s):  
Silvio Cesar Sampaio ◽  
Elisandro Pires Frigo ◽  
Marcio Antonio Vilas Boas ◽  
Manoel M. F. de Queiroz ◽  
Benedito Martins Gomes ◽  
...  

PERDA DE CARGA EM TUBULAÇÕES E CONEXÕES CONDUZINDO ÁGUA RESIDUARIA DA AVICULTURA  Silvio Cesar Sampaio; Elisandro Pires Frigo; Marcio Antonio Vilas Boas; Manoel M. F. De Queiroz; Benedito Martins Gomes; Larissa Schmatz MallmannRecursos Hídricos e Saneamento Ambiental, Universidade Estadual do Oeste do Paraná, Cascavel, PR  1 RESUMO O presente trabalho visou estimar a perda de carga em tubulações comerciais utilizando como fluido circulante água residuária de avicultura (ARA). As tubulações utilizadas foram de aço galvanizado e PVC, com diâmetros variando entre32 a75 mm. Construiu-se bancadas de testes para perdas de carga localizada e distribuída. Registrou-se dados de vazão e pressão para os variados tubos e conexões, utilizando os diferentes materiais. Na avaliação dos dados encontrados, os mesmos foram tabelados e ajustados a modelos potenciais para a perda de carga distribuída e fator “k” para perda de carga localizada. Como parâmetro de comparação e avaliação também foram registrados dados utilizando como fluído circulante água de abastecimento urbano (AAU). A ARA apresentou em média uma diminuição de 42 e 21% no valor do coeficiente “C” de rugosidade da equação de Hazen-Williams, quando comparado com a AAU, para os tubos de PVC e aço galvanizado, respectivamente. Para a perda de carga distribuída, estima-se um aumento que varia de31 a8% com a ARA em relação à AAU, porém essa diferença é sujeita a variação da vazão. Nas conexões soldáveis a perda de carga localizada com a ARA foi maior que na AAU, ao contrário das conexões rosqueáveis. UNITERMOS: perda de carga, irrigação, hidráulica.  SAMPAIO, S. C.; FRIGO, E. P.; VILAS BOAS, M. A.; QUEIROZ, M. M. F. de; GOMES, B. M.; MALLMANN, L. S. HEAD LOSSES IN PIPELINES AND CONNECTIONS CARRYING POULTRY WASTEWATER  2 ABSTRACT An appropriate hydraulics system project requires knowledge on liquid behavior in pressurized piping. This work aimed to  evaluate head losses in pipelines and connections carrying poultry wastewater. Commercial  pipelines made of galvanized iron and PVC and diameters from1”to3”were used. Poultry wastewater presented an average decrease of 42 and 21% inHazen-Williams´s coefficient values, when compared to water in PVC and galvanized ion pipelines, respectively. In general, head loss in all pipelines increased from 31 to 8% with poltry wastewater in relation to water. The connection type affected the results in localized head loss with poultry wastewater. KEYWORDS: wastewater, irrigation, hydraulics


2003 ◽  
Vol 125 (4) ◽  
pp. 835-843 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bai Zhang ◽  
Jun Ni

Research investigations have shown that the dimensional quality is deeply rooted in the whole process of the product development, from product, process and tooling design, the tooling manufacturing process, to the production. Unlike rigid body assembly, automotive body assembly has its unique characteristics. The final dimensions of automotive bodies depend not only on the variations/deviations and rigidity of components, tooling/process variation, but also on the product structure, connection type and assembly sequence. An adaptive strategy for automotive body development is here by presented to exploit these unique features. By the adaptive product, process and tooling design strategy, the dimensional variation/deviation for the key dimensions can be significantly reduced and the die tryout time be shorten with significant cost saving.


2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anita Ogrin ◽  
Tomaž Hozjan

Timber-concrete composites are interesting engineered wood products usually used for structural elements, which are mainly subjected to bending load; from simple floor systems to long-span bridges. This way, the advantage can be taken of timber tensile strength and concrete compression strength. The chapter begins with an introduction of various types of timber-concrete composite structural elements regarding type of the element, connection type and types of timber and concrete. Next, specific characteristics and advantages of timber-concrete composite structural elements are thoroughly discussed from viewpoints of engineering, architecture, builders and ecology. Furthermore, basic mechanical principles of timber-concrete composite structural elements are presented and some design methods are briefly described. Finally, worldwide inclusion of timber-concrete composite structures in currently applicable standards is discussed.


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