scholarly journals A Major QTL is associated with berry grape texture characteristics

OENO One ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 55 (1) ◽  
pp. 183-206
Author(s):  
Manna Crespan ◽  
Daniele Migliaro ◽  
Silvia Vezzulli ◽  
Sara Zenoni ◽  
Giovanni Battista Tornielli ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Skin Resistance ◽  
Quality Parameters ◽  
Skin Thickness ◽  
Berry Skin ◽  
Texture Parameters ◽  
Texture Characteristics ◽  
Main Gene ◽  
Available Information ◽  
Major Qtl

Berry texture and berry skin mechanical properties are traits with high agronomic relevance because they are related to quality parameters and marketing requirements of wine, table, and raisin grapes. Searching for QTLs linked to berry texture, an F1 population of 152 individuals and their parents were used in this study. These F1 plants were obtained crossing Raboso Veronese, a seeded black wine grape cultivar, and Sultanina, a seedless white grape variety, especially used for raisins. Density flotation was applied for berry sorting improving the management of many and highly variable genotypes, irrespective of the quantification of specific molecule classes. Berries were evaluated for technological ripeness parameters and mechanical properties. Texture parameters were taken as raw data and as data normalised on berry dimensions, i.e., berry diameter or surface or volume. SSR molecular markers were used to produce a genetic map and a major QTL for berry texture was found on chromosome 18 with traits related to berry firmness showing a phenotypical explained variance higher than 60 %, and traits related to berry resilience, springiness and cohesiveness showing a variance higher than 50 %. Surprisingly, this QTL showed to be associated with SSR markers linked to VviAGL11, the main gene linked to seedlessness. VviAGL11 expression and co-expression profiling during grape ripening was evaluated using available information; this data suggested a role for this gene on the texture of a ripe berry.List of Abbreviations:ABW, average berry weightBR, berry resilienceBR_diam, berry resilience normalised on berry diameterBR_sur, berry resilience normalised on berry surfaceBR_vol, berry resilience normalised on berry volumeBS_ratio, berry springinessBS_ratio_diam, berry springiness normalised on berry diameterBS_ratio_sur, berry springiness normalised on berry surfaceBS_ratio_vol, berry springiness normalised on berry volumeBCo, berry cohesivenessBCo_diam, berry cohesiveness normalised on berry diameterBCo_sur, berry cohesiveness normalised on berry surfaceBCo_vol, berry cohesiveness normalised on berry volumeBH, berry hardnessBH_diam, berry hardness normalised on berry diameterBH_sur, berry hardness normalised on berry surfaceBH_vol, berry hardness normalised on berry volumeBG, berry gumminessBG_diam, berry gumminess normalised on berry diameterBG_sur, berry gumminess normalised on berry surfaceBG_vol, berry gumminess normalised on berry volumeBCh_ratio, berry chewinessBCh_ratio_diam, berry chewiness normalised on berry diameterBCh_ratio_sur, berry chewiness normalised on berry surfaceBCh_ratio_vol, berry chewiness normalised on berry volumeFsk, berry skin break forceWsk, berry skin break energyEsk, berry skin resistance to the axial deformationSpsk, berry skin thickness

scholarly journals Evaluation of mechanical properties of berries on resistant or tolerant varieties of grapevine

2019 ◽  
Vol 13 ◽  
pp. 01005 ◽  
Author(s):  
Duilio Porro ◽  
Marco Wolf ◽  
Stefano Pedò
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Plant Protection ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Skin Thickness ◽  
Experimental Site ◽  
Berry Skin ◽  
Texture Analyzer ◽  
North Eastern ◽  
Grape Varieties

An experimental site located in Trentino (North-Eastern Italy), characterized by considerable rainfall that normally requires several plant protection treatments, was used to assess the behavior of 15 grape varieties resistant to the main fungal diseases from an agronomic, quantitative, qualitative, nutritional, and physiological point of view, since 2015. At the 4th year of planting (2016), mechanical properties (berry firmness, berry skin hardness, and thickness) of berries were evaluated using a TAxT2i Texture Analyzer in order to get information about parameters useful for wine process. The varieties showed significant differences in the studied parameters. Regent had the highest values of berry firmness, whilst Johanniter and Cabino the lowest. Cabernet Cantor and Cabernet Cortis generally presented higher values of berry skin hardness than the other varieties. Conversely, the lowest values of skin hardness were recorded in Johanniter, followed by both Solaris and Cabino. Souvignier gris, Prior, and Bronner had significantly higher values of berry skin thickness than Cabino, which, in turn, did not differ from the levels found in Helios, Muscaris, Aromera, and Regent berries, with values above 175 µm, range largely found in grapevine cultivars normally grown. The association between mechanical properties of berries and qualitative data could be used as an aid in decision-making about wine processes.

scholarly journals Effect of irrigation and potassium application in melon (Cucumis melo L.) production. II: Quality

2003 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 79 ◽  
Author(s):  
F. Ribas ◽  
M.J. Cabello ◽  
M.M. Moreno ◽  
A. Moreno ◽  
L. López-Bellido
Keyword(s):  
Sugar Content ◽  
Fruit Size ◽  
Statistical Design ◽  
Quality Parameters ◽  
Water Levels ◽  
Skin Thickness ◽  
Water Restriction ◽  
Weight Percentage ◽  
Cucumis Melo L

The influence of different watering regimes and of potassium applications on the quality of the melon cultivar «Pielde Sapo» was studied over a two-year period (1995 and 1996). The statistical design was a split-plot with four replications,where irrigation was the main factor and applied potassium was the secondary factor. Water levels were determinedaccording to the watering needs (NRc) calculated on the basis of crop evapotranspiration. Four irrigationtreatments were tested: 1.25 NRc; 1.00 NRc; 0.75 NRc and 0.50 NRc. Two potassium treatments were applied: K0 (0UF) and K1 (375 UF K2O in 1995 and 2 L ha–1 of a commercial product for spraying 20% of K2O in 1996). The potassiumdoses tested did not significantly influence any of the quality parameters studied except for flesh firmness inthe placenta area in 1995. Both in 1995 and 1996, the water deficit significantly reduced fruit size and flesh thickness.The severe water restriction caused a strict decrease in the percentage of fruits with recorded weight above 2.5kg. However, the weight percentage of the placenta plus the seeds in relation to the whole fruit, and the sugar content,both increased significantly in water deficient treatments. In 1995, skin thickness decreased with less irrigation whileflesh firmness increased. Following quality concerns, and in order to obtain large fruits with appropriate levels ofsugar, it is advisable to provide water amounts that meet the crop’s watering needs

scholarly journals Characterization of the Physical - Mechanical Properties of Alpaca Fiber (Vicugna Pacos) at the Tunshi Experimental Station

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maritza L. Vaca-Cardenas ◽  
M. Oleas ◽  
Mónica Elva Vaca-Cárdenas ◽  
A. Velasco
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Fiber Length ◽  
Quality Parameters ◽  
South American Camelids ◽  
Fiber Properties ◽  
Experimental Station ◽  
Thick Fiber ◽  
Fine Fiber ◽  
Palabras Clave ◽  
Fiber Fabric

The alpaca is one of the four South American camelids that mainly inhabit the inter-Andean zone of Ecuador. Alpaca fiber is characterized by being a natural, soft and resistant fiber, of which, the fleece is the most valued part. The objective of this research was to evaluate the quality parameters of alpaca fiber in terms of physical-mechanical properties. The research was carried out in the Tunishi Experimental Station, ESPOCH. A descriptive statistic of mean, minimum and maximum range, and separation of means per student was applied. The alpaca with characteristics of Huacaya breed was selected and the shearing was carried out manually to obtain the fleece. Later, the performance of the fleece was evaluated, which was 85.71%. Two categories of fiber were selected: fine and thick. Sixty samples were taken for analysis by stretched and unstretched fiber length. The measurements of unstretched fiber length in cm for the thin and thick fiber were 12.50 cm and 13.52 cm respectively, presenting significant differences (p≤0.05). The measurements of the stretched fiber length in cm were 17.29 cm for fine fiber and 17.27 cm for thick fiber, presenting no significant differences (p≥0.05). The resistance of thread and fabric for fine fiber was 590 N/cm2, and for thick fiber was 2835.5 N/cm2, presenting highly significant differences (p≤0.01). Regarding the percentage of yarn elongation, the values obtained were 19% for fine fiber and 12% for thick fiber, observing highly significant differences (p≤0.01). The thick fiber fabric had a better resistance (2.3 BAR) than the fine fiber fabric (1.7 BAR), with a time of 2.34 s and 1.88 s respectively. The classification of the fiber by its softness did not present significant differences. Finally, regarding the sensory classification, it was established as a soft fiber with 91%. Keywords: alpaca, fleece, fine fiber, thick fiber, fiber properties. Resumen La alpaca es uno de los cuatro camélidos sudamericanos que principalmente habitan en la zona interandina del Ecuador. La fibra de alpaca se caracteriza por ser una fibra natural, suave y resistente; de la cual, el vellón es la parte de la fibra del animal más valorada. El objetivo de esta investigación fue evaluar los parámetros de calidad de fibra de alpaca en cuanto a las propiedades físico - mecánicas. La investigación se la realizó en la Estación Experimental TUNSHI - ESPOCH. Se aplicó una estadística descriptiva de media, rango mínimo y máximo y separación de medias por t estudent. Se seleccionó a la alpaca con características de la raza Huacaya y se realizó la esquila por el método manual para la obtención del vellón. Posteriormente, se evaluó el rendimiento del vellón el cual fue de 85,71%, se seleccionaron dos categorías de fibra fina y gruesa. Sesenta muestras fueron tomadas para su análisis: longitud de mecha estirada y sin estirar. La media de longitud de fibra sin estirar en cm para la fina y gruesa fueron de 12,50 y 13,52 correspondientemente, presentando diferencias significativas (p≤0,05), La media de la longitud en cm de fibra estirada determinó que la fibra fina presentó una media de 17,29 y la fibra gruesa de 17,27 cm, sin presentar diferencias significativas (p≥0,05). La resistencia del hilo y tejido para la fibra fina fue de 590 N/cm2 y para la gruesa fue de 2835,5 N/cm2, presentando diferencias altamente significativas (p≤0,01). Finalmente, en cuanto al porcentaje de elongación de hilo, presentó un 19% para fibra fina y un 12% para gruesa, observándose también diferencias altamente significativas (p≤0,01). El tejido de la fibra gruesa tuvo mejor resistencia (2,3 BAR) que el de la fibra fina (1,7 BAR), con un tiempo de 2,34 s y 1,88 s respectivamente. La clasificación de la fibra por su suavidad, no presentó diferencias significativas. En cuanto a la clasificación sensorial se la ubico como una fibra suave con el 91%. Palabras clave: alpaca, vellón, fibra fina, fibra gruesa, propiedades de la fibra.

Surface modification of die steels with B—Al-layers by thermal-chemical treatment

2021 ◽  
pp. 557-564
Author(s):  
N.S. Ulakhanov ◽  
U.L. Mishigdorzhiyn ◽  
A.G. Tikhonov ◽  
A.I. Shustov ◽  
A.S. Pyatykh
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Wear Resistance ◽  
Surface Layer ◽  
Surface Modification ◽  
High Temperature ◽  
Chemical Treatment ◽  
Quality Parameters ◽  
Processing Temperature ◽  
Die Steels ◽  
Composite Layers

The effect of diffusion high-temperature boroaluminizing (HBA) on the mechanical properties and quality parameters of the surface layer of stamp steels 5KhNM and 3Kh2V8F is shown. An analysis of the microstructure and composition of diffusion composite layers obtained as a result of thermal-chemical treatment (TCT) is presented and the distribution of microhardness in these layers is studied depending on the formed borides and carbides. The influence of processing temperature modes of on the parameters of roughness was experimentally established and the wear resistance characteristics of the processed surfaces of the investigated materials were determined.

Using Close-Range Photogrammetry to Measure Pavement Texture Characteristics and Predict Pavement Friction

2020 ◽  
Vol 2674 (10) ◽  
pp. 794-805
Author(s):  
Mohammad Al-Assi ◽  
Emad Kassem ◽  
Richard Nielsen
Keyword(s):  
Friction Model ◽  
Measurement Methods ◽  
Excellent Correlation ◽  
Close Range Photogrammetry ◽  
Pavement Surface ◽  
Texture Parameters ◽  
Texture Characteristics ◽  
Close Range ◽  
Friction Measurements ◽  
Pavement Friction

Pavement friction measurements are collected and used to assess the functional characteristics of pavements to ensure an adequate level of friction. There are several factors that affect pavement friction including the properties of the tire rubber materials and pavement surface texture characteristics. This study utilized the close-range photogrammetry (CRP) technique to measure the pavement macrotexture and microtexture. Texture parameters were calculated from the collected and analyzed images of the pavement surface. The results of the CRP texture measurements were compared with typical measurement methods. The CRP texture measurements had excellent correlation with the measurement methods used in this study; however, the CRP offers a simple and accurate, yet inexpensive, alternative to the current methods used to measure surface macrotexture and microtexture. In addition, the CRP texture parameters were incorporated in the Persson friction model to predict skid friction as a function of rubber properties. The results demonstrated an excellent correlation between measured and predicted friction. This study greatly simplified the texture parameter calculations needed in the Persson friction model with good accuracy.

Perception of Slope in Photographs

Perception ◽  
1997 ◽  
Vol 26 (1_suppl) ◽  
pp. 179-179
Author(s):  
J W Huber ◽  
I R L Davies
Keyword(s):  
Focal Length ◽  
Matching Task ◽  
Task Characteristics ◽  
Viewing Distance ◽  
Free Viewing ◽  
Texture Characteristics ◽  
Wide Angle Lens ◽  
Available Information ◽  
Practical Implications ◽  
Station Point

Perceptions of characteristics of space such as slope, distance, and depth are frequently inaccurate, both in the real world and in pictures. We carried out experiments to study factors that influence the accuracy of perceived slope in photographs. Slopes varied in angle from 5° to 45° inclinations against the horizontal, and in the information available to the observer (outline shape and texture characteristics). We found that perceived slope is correlated with real slope ( r=0.99), but that observers consistently overestimate slope. The latter depends not only on the available information, but also on the focal length of the lens with which slopes were photographed. Overestimation is less pronounced for the wide-angle lens compared to the standard lens. A comparison of free viewing and viewing from the correct station-point showed that the latter leads to less overestimation of slope. Since the viewing distance was too far under free viewing, the results are compatible with geometrical optics. In a further experiment the effects of magnification and minification were studied by deliberately viewing the photographs from fixed points closer or further away than the station-point; this led to an increase and decrease in overestimation, respectively. Finally, results are frequently dependent on task characteristics: magnitude judgements of photographs without an anchoring point can only be accurate to a level of scale. Thus using an action-based matching task may lead to more accurate slope perception. We therefore carried out a comparison experiment using a matching task to check for the generality and action-dependence of our results. Practical implications for the use of photographs as surrogates for natural viewing are discussed.

scholarly journals Effects of the Face/Core Layer Ratio on the Mechanical Properties of 3D Printed Wood/Polylactic Acid (PLA) Green Biocomposite Panels with a Gyroid Core

Polymers ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (12) ◽  
pp. 2929
Author(s):  
Nadir Ayrilmis ◽  
Rajini Nagarajan ◽  
Manja Kitek Kuzman
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Compressive Strength ◽  
Surface Layer ◽  
Layer Thickness ◽  
Polylactic Acid ◽  
Brinell Hardness ◽  
Skin Thickness ◽  
Bending Modulus ◽  
Screw Withdrawal ◽  
Surface Layer Thickness

Gyroid structured green biocomposites with different thickness face layers (0.5, 1, 2 and 2.5 mm) were additively manufactured from wood/ polylactic acid (PLA) filaments using a 3D printer. The mechanical properties of the composite panels, bending properties, compressive strength (parallel to the surface), Brinell hardness, and face screw withdrawal resistance, were determined. The surface layer thickness significantly affects the mechanical properties of the composite materials. As the surface layer thickness was increased from 0.5 to 2.5 mm, all the mechanical properties significantly improved. In particular, the Brinell hardness and face screw withdrawal resistance of the specimens improved sharply when the skin thickness was higher than 2 mm. The bending strength, bending modulus, compressive strength (parallel to the surface), Brinell hardness, and face screw withdrawal resistance of the specimens with a skin of 0.5 mm were found to be 8.10, 847.5, 3.52, 2.12 and 445 N, respectively, while they were found to be 65.8, 11.82, 2492.2, 14.62, 26 and 1475 N for the specimens with a 2.5 mm skin. Based on the findings from the present study, gyroid structured composites with a thickness of 2 mm or higher are recommended due to their better mechanical properties as compared to the composites with skins that are thinner.

Influence of Grain Refining on Abrasive Wear of Submicrocrystalline Al-Si Alloys

2011 ◽  
Vol 674 ◽  
pp. 97-103 ◽  
Author(s):  
Henryk Dybiec ◽  
Maciej Motyka
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Abrasive Wear ◽  
Considerable Increase ◽  
Surface Condition ◽  
Grain Refining ◽  
Friction Coefficients ◽  
Wear And Friction ◽  
Available Information ◽  
Submicrocrystalline Materials ◽  
Wear Tests

Light weight nano/submicrocrystalline materials are promising group of constructional materials combining low density with high mechanical properties. However, their potential application requires extensive testing of functional properties, e.g. tribological ones, which may be significant and determine their practical use. Available information on abrasive wear and friction coefficients in nano/submicrocrystalline materials is rather poor. Therefore the aim of this paper is to fill the gap in the literature in this field. The AlSi12Fe5Cu3Mg alloy (RS422) produced by rapid solidification and plastic consolidation with grain size of basic phase components in the range from 50 nm to 300 nm was examined. Microstructure and mechanical properties of the materials were determined. Abrasive wear tests, static and kinematics friction coefficients measurement were carried out under the surface condition including dry, wet and oil lubricant. The results have been compared to the values of similar quantities determined in the same conditions for conventionally produced alloy AlSi11FeCuMn (AK11). Substantial increase of friction coefficients for RS442 comparing to AlSi11FeCuMn material was found, however, abrasive wear for nano/submicron grained materials were low in comparison to conventional one. Considerable increase of abrasive wear at water presence and very weak attrition at oil lubrication was observed. Relationship between structure and mechanical properties of tested materials was analyzed.

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