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DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.6832616
title: EVALUATION OF RESIDUES GENERATED OVER PCBS DESTRCUTION BY BASE CATALYZED PROCESS

description: There are many processes capable of decontamination of polychlorinated biphenyls in several matrixes. The set of inputs, materials, operation conditions and efficiencies are wide. The base catalyzed dechlorination process shows application potential in great scale, mainly due mild chemical reaction conditions and low cost raw materials. The KPEG is a familiar process of base catalyzed dechlorination. This decontamination treatment was developed mainly on mineral insulating oil. Few information is found related to process residues, usually in reaction sludge means, limited to inform that its destination must fulfill specific territorial laws. In these work KPEG treatment process was performed on decontamination of mineral insulating oils containing between 200 and 330 ppm of polychlorinated biphenyls to evaluation of reaction residues and of the decontamination percentage. Chemical characterization of these residual material allows achievement of important information to explore procedures for recovery, regeneration and/or right disposal. The analysis performed on the residues showed the presence of reaction products containing unsaturation, absents on neat polyethylene glycol, possible organic complexes products with alkali metal as also the presence of chloride ions. In oil was verified the presence of less chlorinated biphenyls, probably formed by partial dechlorination of highly chlorinated biphenyls.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.6832619.v1
title: Pullout performance of steel bars partially bonded in concrete with epoxy resin

description: Abstract The installation of new reinforcing bars onto an existing structure is a common practice in civil construction both for old and new structures. The use of anchors has been extensively studied and normalized. The placement of steel reinforcement bars in holes filled with epoxy resin, despite their wide use, still lacks a satisfactory methodology for the design of such systems. In this context, the aim of this paper is to present the results of an experimental programme for confined pullout tests, comparing the performance of cast steel reinforcement bars to that of bars bonded to concrete with epoxy resin. The investigated test parameters included the bar diameter, the embedment length and the resin thickness. Tests results showed a significant efficiency of epoxy resin as structural bonding agent and allowed the verification of sizeable reduction in the anchorage lengths for bonded bars.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.6832616.v1
title: EVALUATION OF RESIDUES GENERATED OVER PCBS DESTRCUTION BY BASE CATALYZED PROCESS

description: There are many processes capable of decontamination of polychlorinated biphenyls in several matrixes. The set of inputs, materials, operation conditions and efficiencies are wide. The base catalyzed dechlorination process shows application potential in great scale, mainly due mild chemical reaction conditions and low cost raw materials. The KPEG is a familiar process of base catalyzed dechlorination. This decontamination treatment was developed mainly on mineral insulating oil. Few information is found related to process residues, usually in reaction sludge means, limited to inform that its destination must fulfill specific territorial laws. In these work KPEG treatment process was performed on decontamination of mineral insulating oils containing between 200 and 330 ppm of polychlorinated biphenyls to evaluation of reaction residues and of the decontamination percentage. Chemical characterization of these residual material allows achievement of important information to explore procedures for recovery, regeneration and/or right disposal. The analysis performed on the residues showed the presence of reaction products containing unsaturation, absents on neat polyethylene glycol, possible organic complexes products with alkali metal as also the presence of chloride ions. In oil was verified the presence of less chlorinated biphenyls, probably formed by partial dechlorination of highly chlorinated biphenyls.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.6832610
title: Pilot study for solar shading devices developed with parametric modeling and digital fabrication

description: Abstract This pilot study aims to analyze the solar radiation transmission, the daylight performance and the glare reduction probability of complex shape solar control devices, developed with parametric modeling and digital fabrication. As methodology, initially the Rhinoceros3D+Grasshopper digital tools suite was used for the parametric modeling of solar control devices. The performance evaluations were performed by computational simulation and measurements in prototypes. For the simulations, the Diva-for-Rhino and Ladybug plug-ins were used. For the measurements was made, through digital fabrication, a prototype used for glare evaluations through HDR photographs. As main results, the solar control devices contributed to the control of solar radiation admission, better daylight distribution and glare reduction in the indoor analysis environment, confirming the reliability of the methodological procedures employed. Is important to highlight the effects of depth and inclination of the devices analyzed, respectively to the daylight distribution and selectivity in the admission of solar radiation between winter and summer. Finally, the shading masks show that despite all the development of modeling and simulation tools, the simple understanding of the solar geometry is still essential for the adequate performance of the solar control devices.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.6832610.v1
title: Pilot study for solar shading devices developed with parametric modeling and digital fabrication

description: Abstract This pilot study aims to analyze the solar radiation transmission, the daylight performance and the glare reduction probability of complex shape solar control devices, developed with parametric modeling and digital fabrication. As methodology, initially the Rhinoceros3D+Grasshopper digital tools suite was used for the parametric modeling of solar control devices. The performance evaluations were performed by computational simulation and measurements in prototypes. For the simulations, the Diva-for-Rhino and Ladybug plug-ins were used. For the measurements was made, through digital fabrication, a prototype used for glare evaluations through HDR photographs. As main results, the solar control devices contributed to the control of solar radiation admission, better daylight distribution and glare reduction in the indoor analysis environment, confirming the reliability of the methodological procedures employed. Is important to highlight the effects of depth and inclination of the devices analyzed, respectively to the daylight distribution and selectivity in the admission of solar radiation between winter and summer. Finally, the shading masks show that despite all the development of modeling and simulation tools, the simple understanding of the solar geometry is still essential for the adequate performance of the solar control devices.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.6832598
title: Anurans from preserved and disturbed areas of Atlantic Forest in the region of Etá Farm, municipality of Sete Barras, state of São Paulo, Brazil

description: Abstract: We provide information on the diversity and natural history of anurans from preserved and disturbed habitats in the region of Etá Farm, municipality of Sete Barras, state of São Paulo, Brazil. The region is covered by rainforest and plantations of banana and peach palm. From April, 2013 to March, 2014 we sampled amphibians mainly with pitfall traps with drift fences and visual and auditory surveys. A total of 9813 individuals of 36 species of anurans from nine families were recorded in this study. A larger number of species was found in forests (29 species), followed by peach palm plantations (21 species), and banana plantations (17 species). The areas of peach palm plantation and forests showed the greatest similarity in species composition. The vegetation type with the highest number of exclusive species was the forest, whereas only four species were exclusive of the peach palm plantation, and none was exclusive of the banana plantation. Species accumulation curves indicated that our sampling effort was not enough to sample all the species that occur in the region. Our results reinforce the importance of forested habitats for the maintenance of anuran diversity in the Atlantic forest. The preservation of large fragments of forest in the region of Etá Farm is necessary to preserve the diverse amphibian fauna of this region.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.6832601
title: Knowledge and use of the ICF in clinical practice by physiotherapists and occupational therapists of Minas Gerais

description: ABSTRACT This study aims to evaluate the profile and knowledge of physiotherapists and occupational therapists from Minas Gerais about the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) application in professional practice, trying to understand the reason for the underutilization of this universal instrument in Brazil. Observational and cross-sectional study was conducted using an online questionnaire prepared by specialists. An email was sent to all physiotherapists and occupational therapists enrolled in the Regional Council of the 4th Region. Of 22,121 emails, 1,313 were answered. 53% of the sample had graduate certificate, 65% had between two to ten years of experience, and 62% reported that clinics and patients’ houses are the places where they work. 72% of the professionals knew the ICF and 84% correctly answered the meaning of the acronym. However, 71% of professionals are unaware of the fields that make up this classification. The first contact with the ICF happened during graduation to 50% of professionals, and 28% had never had contact with ICF. 74% reported not using it in clinical practice. However, 82% of the participants believed that the use of ICF is viable in clinical practice. Most professionals had graduate certificate, worked in clinics and patients’ homes and, although most of them claim to know the ICF, the largest portion of the sample reported they did not use this classification in their professional lives, even though believing the ICF use is feasible. The lack of knowledge about the ICF prevents professionals from complying with the recommendations of the World Health Organization (WHO), the Brazilian National Health Council (CNS) and COFFITO (Brazilian Federal Council of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy) on the adoption of this instrument in exchange of information about health and clinical practice.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.6832601.v1
title: Knowledge and use of the ICF in clinical practice by physiotherapists and occupational therapists of Minas Gerais

description: ABSTRACT This study aims to evaluate the profile and knowledge of physiotherapists and occupational therapists from Minas Gerais about the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) application in professional practice, trying to understand the reason for the underutilization of this universal instrument in Brazil. Observational and cross-sectional study was conducted using an online questionnaire prepared by specialists. An email was sent to all physiotherapists and occupational therapists enrolled in the Regional Council of the 4th Region. Of 22,121 emails, 1,313 were answered. 53% of the sample had graduate certificate, 65% had between two to ten years of experience, and 62% reported that clinics and patients’ houses are the places where they work. 72% of the professionals knew the ICF and 84% correctly answered the meaning of the acronym. However, 71% of professionals are unaware of the fields that make up this classification. The first contact with the ICF happened during graduation to 50% of professionals, and 28% had never had contact with ICF. 74% reported not using it in clinical practice. However, 82% of the participants believed that the use of ICF is viable in clinical practice. Most professionals had graduate certificate, worked in clinics and patients’ homes and, although most of them claim to know the ICF, the largest portion of the sample reported they did not use this classification in their professional lives, even though believing the ICF use is feasible. The lack of knowledge about the ICF prevents professionals from complying with the recommendations of the World Health Organization (WHO), the Brazilian National Health Council (CNS) and COFFITO (Brazilian Federal Council of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy) on the adoption of this instrument in exchange of information about health and clinical practice.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.6832595
title: SOLVENT SELECTION FOR CHEMICAL REACTIONS: AUTOMATED COMPUTATIONAL SCREENING OF SOLVENTS USING THE SMD MODEL

description: Finding the most efficient solvent for a chemical reaction can demand costly experimental procedure and the screening is usually limited to few solvents. The use of theoretical methods could accelerate the search for the best solvent, able to promote most effective kinetics and thermodynamics of a reaction. In this work, it was proposed an automated procedure that calculates the solvent effect for a chemical reaction using all the 179 solvents available in SMD (solvation model density). The reaction of 2-bromoacetophenone with pyridine was used as a test. The SMD model correctly predicts the reactivity trends for five solvents, which experimental data are available. We have found that sulfolane, a less usual solvent, is the best one for this reaction. The present study points out that computational screening of large set of solvents using the SMD model is a viable approach and could be useful for chemical reactions optimization.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.6832598.v1
title: Anurans from preserved and disturbed areas of Atlantic Forest in the region of Etá Farm, municipality of Sete Barras, state of São Paulo, Brazil

description: Abstract: We provide information on the diversity and natural history of anurans from preserved and disturbed habitats in the region of Etá Farm, municipality of Sete Barras, state of São Paulo, Brazil. The region is covered by rainforest and plantations of banana and peach palm. From April, 2013 to March, 2014 we sampled amphibians mainly with pitfall traps with drift fences and visual and auditory surveys. A total of 9813 individuals of 36 species of anurans from nine families were recorded in this study. A larger number of species was found in forests (29 species), followed by peach palm plantations (21 species), and banana plantations (17 species). The areas of peach palm plantation and forests showed the greatest similarity in species composition. The vegetation type with the highest number of exclusive species was the forest, whereas only four species were exclusive of the peach palm plantation, and none was exclusive of the banana plantation. Species accumulation curves indicated that our sampling effort was not enough to sample all the species that occur in the region. Our results reinforce the importance of forested habitats for the maintenance of anuran diversity in the Atlantic forest. The preservation of large fragments of forest in the region of Etá Farm is necessary to preserve the diverse amphibian fauna of this region.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.6832595.v1
title: SOLVENT SELECTION FOR CHEMICAL REACTIONS: AUTOMATED COMPUTATIONAL SCREENING OF SOLVENTS USING THE SMD MODEL

description: Finding the most efficient solvent for a chemical reaction can demand costly experimental procedure and the screening is usually limited to few solvents. The use of theoretical methods could accelerate the search for the best solvent, able to promote most effective kinetics and thermodynamics of a reaction. In this work, it was proposed an automated procedure that calculates the solvent effect for a chemical reaction using all the 179 solvents available in SMD (solvation model density). The reaction of 2-bromoacetophenone with pyridine was used as a test. The SMD model correctly predicts the reactivity trends for five solvents, which experimental data are available. We have found that sulfolane, a less usual solvent, is the best one for this reaction. The present study points out that computational screening of large set of solvents using the SMD model is a viable approach and could be useful for chemical reactions optimization.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.6832592
title: Ventilated cladding systems: structural and drainability performance criteria

description: Abstract Cladding systems have significant effect on the performance and durability of building façades, contributing to the building watertightness, property valuation, aesthetic finishing, and decoration. Non-adherent cladding, also named rainscreen cladding or ventilated cladding, is currently used in residential and commercial buildings, new constructions, or retrofit operations, and it is considered an efficient measure to improve the moisture safety of building envelopes. Therefore, the absence of Brazilian normalization to ventilated cladding systems is one of the difficulties limiting its increased local application. In Brazil, a technical standard, NBR 15575, parts 1-6, (2013), establish the general performance requirements and test methods to evaluate residential building systems including structure, wall, floor, coverage, and hydraulic installation. However, this standard cannot be integrally applied to the cladding systems because it was developed considering the vertical wall system as a whole. In this study, we propose the criteria and test methods for assessing ventilated cladding systems while taking into account the structural safety (wind loads resistance, hard and soft impact resistance) and drainability requirements. The following activities are performed: literature review, practical case study, and tests on prototypes for validation of the proposal. The tests allow verification of the feasibility of the criteria and tests methods proposed. In addition, the proposal makes it possible to guide design, construction, and maintenance needs, thereby inducing the growth of this technology in Brazil.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.6832592.v1
title: Ventilated cladding systems: structural and drainability performance criteria

description: Abstract Cladding systems have significant effect on the performance and durability of building façades, contributing to the building watertightness, property valuation, aesthetic finishing, and decoration. Non-adherent cladding, also named rainscreen cladding or ventilated cladding, is currently used in residential and commercial buildings, new constructions, or retrofit operations, and it is considered an efficient measure to improve the moisture safety of building envelopes. Therefore, the absence of Brazilian normalization to ventilated cladding systems is one of the difficulties limiting its increased local application. In Brazil, a technical standard, NBR 15575, parts 1-6, (2013), establish the general performance requirements and test methods to evaluate residential building systems including structure, wall, floor, coverage, and hydraulic installation. However, this standard cannot be integrally applied to the cladding systems because it was developed considering the vertical wall system as a whole. In this study, we propose the criteria and test methods for assessing ventilated cladding systems while taking into account the structural safety (wind loads resistance, hard and soft impact resistance) and drainability requirements. The following activities are performed: literature review, practical case study, and tests on prototypes for validation of the proposal. The tests allow verification of the feasibility of the criteria and tests methods proposed. In addition, the proposal makes it possible to guide design, construction, and maintenance needs, thereby inducing the growth of this technology in Brazil.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.6832574
title: Soil-structure interaction analysis considering concrete creep and shrinkage

description: Abstract The paper presents some results from Rosa’s [1] research that aimed to verify the effect of creep and shrinkage of the concrete in soil-structure interaction. The construction consists in a 17 storeys building. It is set down on shallow foundation, in the central part of the construction, and steel piles, on the boundary. The structure was submitted to instrumentation during construction, including the monitoring of foundation settlements and columns deformation. It was possible to compare the structural design with a numerical refined structural analysis. Comparisons of the structural and foundation design with and without due consideration of soil-structure interaction are also presented. Finally, the different design assumptions were confronted with instrumentation results, both related to foundation settlements and to columns loading as well. Attention is pointed out on the effect of concrete creep and shrinkage in the soil-structure interaction analysis.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.6832574.v1
title: Soil-structure interaction analysis considering concrete creep and shrinkage

description: Abstract The paper presents some results from Rosa’s [1] research that aimed to verify the effect of creep and shrinkage of the concrete in soil-structure interaction. The construction consists in a 17 storeys building. It is set down on shallow foundation, in the central part of the construction, and steel piles, on the boundary. The structure was submitted to instrumentation during construction, including the monitoring of foundation settlements and columns deformation. It was possible to compare the structural design with a numerical refined structural analysis. Comparisons of the structural and foundation design with and without due consideration of soil-structure interaction are also presented. Finally, the different design assumptions were confronted with instrumentation results, both related to foundation settlements and to columns loading as well. Attention is pointed out on the effect of concrete creep and shrinkage in the soil-structure interaction analysis.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.6832562
title: Non-being in Parmenides of Elea

description: Abstract: In fragment DK 28 B 2 of his poem, Parmenides presents his method for distinguishing true persuasion from the lack of true persuasion. His famous proposal of these two ways of thinking form a complex statement of a system that intends to guarantee the veracity of statements in order to obtain reliable discourse, the only discourse capable of true persuasion. The present paper shows that the central role in Parmenidian argumentation is attributed to non-being, a notion derived from a reflection on the impossibility of the negation of being. Thus the whole fragment is interpreted in terms of this central notion. We show that Parmenides discovered the impossibility of negation, which we now call 'contradiction', and that he articulated the means for avoiding contradiction in thought and discourse, a rule which today we call the principle of non-contradiction. The study presented here is a detailed investigation of the notion of non-being in the DK 28 B 2 fragment, and includes a new translation of it.