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DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7509728
title: APPARENT VISCOSITY OF MYRTLE PULP INTEGRAL IN DIFFERENT TEMPERATURES

description: ABSTRACT: In fruit pulp industrialization often use thermal processes to (heating and/or cooling) that may cause changes in its viscosity, which causes the study of the influence of temperature on the rheological behavior of this type of product is of great importance. Data of the apparent viscosity of fruit pulp are used in equipment design and process optimization. The research objective was to evaluate the influence of temperature on the apparent viscosity of the Myrtle pulp. The rheological analysis was conducted on a Brookfield viscometer model DV-II +Pro. The apparent viscosity curves as a function of strain rate were described by rheological models Sisko, Power Law, and Falguera-Ibarz. The full Myrtle pulp was classified as non-Newtonian fluid and shear thinning. The behavior of this fluid can be well described by models Sisko, Law of Power and Falguera-Ibarz, especially the Sisko model. The effect of temperature on the apparent viscosity was described by Arrhenius equation with activation energy presenting high values at low shear rate.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7509728.v1
title: APPARENT VISCOSITY OF MYRTLE PULP INTEGRAL IN DIFFERENT TEMPERATURES

description: ABSTRACT: In fruit pulp industrialization often use thermal processes to (heating and/or cooling) that may cause changes in its viscosity, which causes the study of the influence of temperature on the rheological behavior of this type of product is of great importance. Data of the apparent viscosity of fruit pulp are used in equipment design and process optimization. The research objective was to evaluate the influence of temperature on the apparent viscosity of the Myrtle pulp. The rheological analysis was conducted on a Brookfield viscometer model DV-II +Pro. The apparent viscosity curves as a function of strain rate were described by rheological models Sisko, Power Law, and Falguera-Ibarz. The full Myrtle pulp was classified as non-Newtonian fluid and shear thinning. The behavior of this fluid can be well described by models Sisko, Law of Power and Falguera-Ibarz, especially the Sisko model. The effect of temperature on the apparent viscosity was described by Arrhenius equation with activation energy presenting high values at low shear rate.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7516736.v1
title: A flexible multichannel FPGA and PC-Based ultrasound system for medical imaging research: initial phantom experiments

description: IntroductionIn this paper, we present the initial results of a fully programmable 128-channel FPGA and PC-based system that has been developed for medical ultrasound (US) imaging research in our University laboratory (Federal University of Technology - Paraná, Brazil).MethodsIn order to demonstrate the feasibility of the US research system, two applications involving unfocused plane wave transmission and conventional B-mode beamforming were evaluated using a commercial tissue-mimicking phantom and a 3.2 MHz 128-element convex array transducer.ResultsTesting results show that the hardware platform is able to synthesize arbitrary pulses up to 100 Vpp with second order harmonic distortion below 80 dB. For the first application, a 41-tap digital FIR bandpass filter was applied to the acquired RF echoes, sampled at 40 MHz with 12-bit resolution, to improve the noise suppression. In the second application, after offline apodization weighting, filtering, delay-and-sum processing, envelope detection, log compression and scan conversion, the reconstructed B-mode image is displayed over a 50 dB range.DiscussionThe presented results indicate that the open US imaging system can be used to support different ultrasonic transmission and reception strategies, which typically cannot be implemented in conventional data flow architectures that are mainly based on hardware.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7517657.v1
title: Rapid method for determination of glyphosate in groundwater using high performance liquid chromatography and solid-phase extraction after derivatization

description: The intensive use of pesticides in agriculture has prompted researchers to develop new methods for identifying these pollutants in water. This study sought to validate a high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) method to determine the concentration of the pesticide glyphosate in groundwater samples by using solid-phase extraction (SPE) filters after derivatization with chloroformate 9-fluorenylmethoxycarbonyl (FMOC-Cl). For the HPLC method, we evaluated the following main validation parameters: linearity, specificity, precision, accuracy, robustness, and limits of detection and quantification. After validation of the method, we determined the concentration of glyphosate in samples from thirteen deep, tubular wells distributed in urban and rural areas in Chapecó, SC, Brazil. The solvent used in the extraction of excess FMOC-Cl was dichloromethane and subsequently filtration was performed on C18 SPE, and injected into the chromatograph column in amino polymer with fluorescence detection. The analytical curve made in ultrapure water was linear, with a correlation coefficient of 0.99. The limits of detection and quantification were 0.24 and 0.07 µg L-1, respectively. Recovery tests in natural waters ranged from 90.37 to 101.70%. Glyphosate was detected in 5 of the thirteen wells evaluated. The highest concentration of glyphosate (6.80 µg L-1) was detected in a countryside well, near the municipal water supply. Despite the low levels of glyphosate detected in our study, any amount present in groundwater samples is worrisome, as these molecules have low ground mobility.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.5644543
title: Yield and physiological quality of wheat seeds after desiccation with different herbicides

description: Abstract: Some desiccation techniques for harvesting wheat may affect seed quality. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of different desiccant herbicides applied to the wheat crop and their effects on the production and seed quality. The experiment was conducted with cultivar COODETEC 150 (CD 150) in two sites in Palotina (Paraná state, Brazil) with a randomized block design consisting of 7 treatments (desiccation herbicides) and 4 replications. Desiccation was realized when 50% of the plants were in stage 80 with seeds in powdery or mass consistency. The variables analyzed were percentage of moisture content after harvest, Yield, hectoliter weight, mass of 100 seeds, vigor, germination, fresh mass of seedlings, dry mass of seedlings and root length. The herbicides carfentrazone-ethyl and clethodim were the ones that promoted greatest reduction in vigor. The herbicide paraquat caused reduction in seedling length. There was a reduction in the mass of 100 seeds for glufosinate-ammonium, clethodim, diquat and carfentrazone-ethyl. Glufosinate-ammonium, paraquat, glyphosate, clethodim and diquat caused reduction in yield. Desiccation of Cultivar CD 150 at stage 80 is not recommended, since plant Yield and physiological seed parameters were adversely affected by herbicides.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.5644543.v1
title: Yield and physiological quality of wheat seeds after desiccation with different herbicides

description: Abstract: Some desiccation techniques for harvesting wheat may affect seed quality. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of different desiccant herbicides applied to the wheat crop and their effects on the production and seed quality. The experiment was conducted with cultivar COODETEC 150 (CD 150) in two sites in Palotina (Paraná state, Brazil) with a randomized block design consisting of 7 treatments (desiccation herbicides) and 4 replications. Desiccation was realized when 50% of the plants were in stage 80 with seeds in powdery or mass consistency. The variables analyzed were percentage of moisture content after harvest, Yield, hectoliter weight, mass of 100 seeds, vigor, germination, fresh mass of seedlings, dry mass of seedlings and root length. The herbicides carfentrazone-ethyl and clethodim were the ones that promoted greatest reduction in vigor. The herbicide paraquat caused reduction in seedling length. There was a reduction in the mass of 100 seeds for glufosinate-ammonium, clethodim, diquat and carfentrazone-ethyl. Glufosinate-ammonium, paraquat, glyphosate, clethodim and diquat caused reduction in yield. Desiccation of Cultivar CD 150 at stage 80 is not recommended, since plant Yield and physiological seed parameters were adversely affected by herbicides.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7517657
title: Rapid method for determination of glyphosate in groundwater using high performance liquid chromatography and solid-phase extraction after derivatization

description: The intensive use of pesticides in agriculture has prompted researchers to develop new methods for identifying these pollutants in water. This study sought to validate a high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) method to determine the concentration of the pesticide glyphosate in groundwater samples by using solid-phase extraction (SPE) filters after derivatization with chloroformate 9-fluorenylmethoxycarbonyl (FMOC-Cl). For the HPLC method, we evaluated the following main validation parameters: linearity, specificity, precision, accuracy, robustness, and limits of detection and quantification. After validation of the method, we determined the concentration of glyphosate in samples from thirteen deep, tubular wells distributed in urban and rural areas in Chapecó, SC, Brazil. The solvent used in the extraction of excess FMOC-Cl was dichloromethane and subsequently filtration was performed on C18 SPE, and injected into the chromatograph column in amino polymer with fluorescence detection. The analytical curve made in ultrapure water was linear, with a correlation coefficient of 0.99. The limits of detection and quantification were 0.24 and 0.07 µg L-1, respectively. Recovery tests in natural waters ranged from 90.37 to 101.70%. Glyphosate was detected in 5 of the thirteen wells evaluated. The highest concentration of glyphosate (6.80 µg L-1) was detected in a countryside well, near the municipal water supply. Despite the low levels of glyphosate detected in our study, any amount present in groundwater samples is worrisome, as these molecules have low ground mobility.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7509233
title: Soft tissue behavior around dental implants placed in fresh extraction sockets and immediately restored in esthetic area: a preliminary short-term evaluation

description: Abstract Objective To assess the behavior of the peri-implant soft margin after immediate implant placement with immediate function, by (1) direct clinical measurements of peri-implant soft margin height and thickness, (2) measurements of peri-implant soft margin height on photographs and (3) the perception of dental professionals regarding the results considering esthetic parameters. Material and method The study included 8 patients with central or lateral incisors indicated to be extracted. Direct measurements of peri-implant soft margin height and thickness were done immediately before extraction (T0) and 1 (T1), 4 (T2), 8 (T3) and 12 (T4) months after the flapless insertion of the implant. Photographs were taken at the same time intervals. A questionnaire was filled in by implantology professionals regarding their visual perception of color and peri-implant soft margin architecture and harmony in the implant region using the photographs obtained at T4. Result The clinical results showed significant changes to the height of the peri-implant soft margin, but the photographic results did not show significant changes for this measurement. The thickness of the attached gingiva was maintained during all the observation period. Of the professionals interviewed, 35.2% noticed an altered peri-implant soft margin color of the implant region, 39.8% noticed a change in the peri-implant soft margin architecture and 12.5% noticed a change in the peri-implant soft margin harmony. Conclusion The soft tissues around immediate implants changed during this period, but did not affect the aesthetic outcome and in the opinion of professionals, the aesthetic results were satisfactory for these cases.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7518467
title: The Role of the Convenience and the Subjective Norm in the Intention of Purchase Across Internet (B2C): an application in the hospitality industry

description: ABSTRACT With the aim of studying those factors affecting the acceptance of a new distribution channel by the final consumer, we have analyzed the importance of acquiring by the convenience, subjective norm, usefulness and perceived ease of use on intention to buy on-line by the end user. The study of these variables was carried out specifically in the context of the Technology Acceptance Model and the Theory of Planned Behavior, whose theoretical basis is the Theory of Reasoned Action by causal model. For this we have conducted an on-line survey in Spain to a panel of Internet users during the months of December 2007 to January 2008. The final sample size was 190 Internet users. To test the causal model proposed in the research we used the PLS method, especially suitable for working with formative scales, as well as investigations in the field of TAM. The findings have revealed how convenience is the most important influence on the utility of using the Internet as a shopping channel, and one of the most important factors that, together with subjective norms, determines the purchase intentions through Internet. These findings are consistent with those found in previous researches in the relevant literature and had shown how convenience was the main motivating factor in online shopping. From these results it has been possible to propose several recommendations to improve online business management of enterprises in the sector.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7509233.v1
title: Soft tissue behavior around dental implants placed in fresh extraction sockets and immediately restored in esthetic area: a preliminary short-term evaluation

description: Abstract Objective To assess the behavior of the peri-implant soft margin after immediate implant placement with immediate function, by (1) direct clinical measurements of peri-implant soft margin height and thickness, (2) measurements of peri-implant soft margin height on photographs and (3) the perception of dental professionals regarding the results considering esthetic parameters. Material and method The study included 8 patients with central or lateral incisors indicated to be extracted. Direct measurements of peri-implant soft margin height and thickness were done immediately before extraction (T0) and 1 (T1), 4 (T2), 8 (T3) and 12 (T4) months after the flapless insertion of the implant. Photographs were taken at the same time intervals. A questionnaire was filled in by implantology professionals regarding their visual perception of color and peri-implant soft margin architecture and harmony in the implant region using the photographs obtained at T4. Result The clinical results showed significant changes to the height of the peri-implant soft margin, but the photographic results did not show significant changes for this measurement. The thickness of the attached gingiva was maintained during all the observation period. Of the professionals interviewed, 35.2% noticed an altered peri-implant soft margin color of the implant region, 39.8% noticed a change in the peri-implant soft margin architecture and 12.5% noticed a change in the peri-implant soft margin harmony. Conclusion The soft tissues around immediate implants changed during this period, but did not affect the aesthetic outcome and in the opinion of professionals, the aesthetic results were satisfactory for these cases.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7518467.v1
title: The Role of the Convenience and the Subjective Norm in the Intention of Purchase Across Internet (B2C): an application in the hospitality industry

description: ABSTRACT With the aim of studying those factors affecting the acceptance of a new distribution channel by the final consumer, we have analyzed the importance of acquiring by the convenience, subjective norm, usefulness and perceived ease of use on intention to buy on-line by the end user. The study of these variables was carried out specifically in the context of the Technology Acceptance Model and the Theory of Planned Behavior, whose theoretical basis is the Theory of Reasoned Action by causal model. For this we have conducted an on-line survey in Spain to a panel of Internet users during the months of December 2007 to January 2008. The final sample size was 190 Internet users. To test the causal model proposed in the research we used the PLS method, especially suitable for working with formative scales, as well as investigations in the field of TAM. The findings have revealed how convenience is the most important influence on the utility of using the Internet as a shopping channel, and one of the most important factors that, together with subjective norms, determines the purchase intentions through Internet. These findings are consistent with those found in previous researches in the relevant literature and had shown how convenience was the main motivating factor in online shopping. From these results it has been possible to propose several recommendations to improve online business management of enterprises in the sector.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.5734533
title: Geological investigation of the central portion of the Santa Marta impact structure, Piauí State, Brazil

description: ABSTRACT: Santa Marta is a 10 km wide, reasonably well preserved, complex impact structure located in southwestern Piauí state, northeastern Brazil, with a central uplift of 3.2 km diameter. The Santa Marta structure was recently recognized as the sixth confirmed impact structure in Brazil, based on widespread occurrence of shatter cones and the presence of shock deformation features in quartz. The latter includes planar deformation features (PDF), planar fractures (PF), and feather features (FF). The structure was formed in sedimentary strata (conglomerates, sandstones, siltstones and shales) accumulated in two distinct sedimentary basins that overlap in this region: the Paleozoic Parnaíba and the Mesozoic Sanfranciscan basins. Here, we provide an overview of the geology and stratigraphy of the sedimentary successions that occur within the structure, focusing especially on the deformation aspects of the strata from the central area. This study is aimed at advancing the knowledge about Brazilian impact structures and contributing to a better comprehension of impact cratering in sedimentary targets. The deformation in the Santa Marta structure is directly related to variations in the thickness of sedimentary strata and to lithologic diversity in the interior of the structure, which determined the complexity of the deformation, including the formation of inner rings.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7506323
title: Application of forensic luminol for blood detection in endodontic files

description: Abstract Introduction Blood is a biological material with high potential of infectious transmission in dental environments, including herpes simplex, hepatitis and AIDS. Aim To investigate the efficacy of luminol in detecting blood in endodontic files before and after the sterilization process. Material and method Luminol was used to investigate the presence or absence of traces of blood tissue in 50 endodontic files, visible to naked eye or not, after performing endodontic treatment and after the cleaning/sterilization process. The results obtained were tabulated and statistically analyzed by using the Friedman’s test at a significance level of 5% (p&lt;0.05). Result By naked eye, it was found that 31/50 files showed no trace of blood, 8/50 showed a slight presence of blood and 11/50 showed a considerable presence of blood after endodontic treatment. After the use of luminol, however, 16/50 endodontic files showed no trace of blood, 19/50 showed a slight presence of blood and 15/50 showed a considerable presence of blood. After the cleaning and sterilization process, no blood was detected in the files. Conclusion It was concluded that the luminol solution is effective in detecting blood tissue in endodontic files as well as in validating the cleaning/sterilization process.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.5734533.v1
title: Geological investigation of the central portion of the Santa Marta impact structure, Piauí State, Brazil

description: ABSTRACT: Santa Marta is a 10 km wide, reasonably well preserved, complex impact structure located in southwestern Piauí state, northeastern Brazil, with a central uplift of 3.2 km diameter. The Santa Marta structure was recently recognized as the sixth confirmed impact structure in Brazil, based on widespread occurrence of shatter cones and the presence of shock deformation features in quartz. The latter includes planar deformation features (PDF), planar fractures (PF), and feather features (FF). The structure was formed in sedimentary strata (conglomerates, sandstones, siltstones and shales) accumulated in two distinct sedimentary basins that overlap in this region: the Paleozoic Parnaíba and the Mesozoic Sanfranciscan basins. Here, we provide an overview of the geology and stratigraphy of the sedimentary successions that occur within the structure, focusing especially on the deformation aspects of the strata from the central area. This study is aimed at advancing the knowledge about Brazilian impact structures and contributing to a better comprehension of impact cratering in sedimentary targets. The deformation in the Santa Marta structure is directly related to variations in the thickness of sedimentary strata and to lithologic diversity in the interior of the structure, which determined the complexity of the deformation, including the formation of inner rings.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7506323.v1
title: Application of forensic luminol for blood detection in endodontic files

description: Abstract Introduction Blood is a biological material with high potential of infectious transmission in dental environments, including herpes simplex, hepatitis and AIDS. Aim To investigate the efficacy of luminol in detecting blood in endodontic files before and after the sterilization process. Material and method Luminol was used to investigate the presence or absence of traces of blood tissue in 50 endodontic files, visible to naked eye or not, after performing endodontic treatment and after the cleaning/sterilization process. The results obtained were tabulated and statistically analyzed by using the Friedman’s test at a significance level of 5% (p&lt;0.05). Result By naked eye, it was found that 31/50 files showed no trace of blood, 8/50 showed a slight presence of blood and 11/50 showed a considerable presence of blood after endodontic treatment. After the use of luminol, however, 16/50 endodontic files showed no trace of blood, 19/50 showed a slight presence of blood and 15/50 showed a considerable presence of blood. After the cleaning and sterilization process, no blood was detected in the files. Conclusion It was concluded that the luminol solution is effective in detecting blood tissue in endodontic files as well as in validating the cleaning/sterilization process.