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DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11678565.v1
title: Responsiveness of the CCVUQ-Br quality of life questionnaire in chronic venous ulcer patients

description: Abstract Background Responsiveness is a measure of an instrument’s ability to reflect in its score the variability that has occurred in a patient’s life as a result of an intervention. The CCVUQ-Br has been validated in Portuguese, but its responsiveness still needs to be tested. When this study has been completed, the CCVUQ-Br will be available for use as an instrument capable of detecting and reflecting in its score the changes that take place in the quality of life of people with venous ulcers. Objectives To evaluate the responsiveness of the CCVUQ-Br. Methods A longitudinal intervention study was conducted at public and private centers for patients with venous ulcers. The sample comprised people with chronic venous ulcers due to start treatment and the variables analyzed were CCVUQ-Br score and its domain scores, a pain visual analog scale (pain VAS), and the Global Assessment of Change Scale, in addition to CEAP classification, and size of ulcer. The CCVUQ-Br was administered to 51 people about to start treatment who were recruited at random. The CCVUQ-Br was then re-administered 4 weeks after treatment had started. Results Mean CCVUQ-Br scores reduced from the first to the second administration. The highest mean score at baseline was for the Emotional Status domain, at 63.45, which dropped to 52.00 after 4 weeks. There were also correlations between changes in CCVUQ-Br scores and pain VAS ratings and CEAP class. With regard to the effect size, total CCVUQ-Br score and ulcer size exhibited high sensitivity, while pain VAS and the majority of the CCVUQ-Br domains had moderate sensitivity. Conclusions The CCVUQ-Br questionnaire is sensitive in the Brazilian population and exhibited response to change in the sample tested.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11678568.v1
title: Effects of Geometrical Feature on Microstructures and Mechanical Properties of Refill Friction Stir Spot Welding 6061 Aluminum Alloy

description: Refill friction stir spot welding (refill FSSW) is a solid state joining technology developed and patented by Helmholtz-Zentrum Geesthacht. Refill FSSW is a welding process suitable for spot joining lightweight materials in similar and dissimilar joint configuration. The result is a spot welded in lap configuration with minimal material loss and a flat surface with no keyhole. In the present study, refill FSSW was applied to join the similar 6061 aluminum alloy sheet with 1.25 mm thickness. The objective of this work is to investigate the influence of the hook on the microstructure and mechanical properties of the weld. The hook is a geometrical feature, formed as a result of the upward bending of the sheet interface during the sleeve plunge and retraction during welding. The weld strength had a negative correlation with the hook height, however it was concluded that the shape of hook changes according to the combination of process parameters. The highest value of the lap shear corresponded to the smallest hook height.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11678559
title: Risk factors for protein-caloric inadequacy in patients in an intensive care unit

description: ABSTRACT Objective: To evaluate the risk factors for protein-caloric inadequacy in critically ill patients. Methods: Prospective cohort study of patients hospitalized in an adult intensive care unit between February and November 2017. Patients were followed for 7 days. The conditional probability of inadequacy was calculated using the Kaplan-Meier method and the 95% log-rank test. To assess the risk of inadequacy, crude and adjusted hazard ratios (HR) were calculated using Cox regression with a 95% confidence interval. Results: Of the 130 patients, 63.8% were male, 73.8% were &lt;60 years of age, and 49.2% were diagnosed with trauma. The mean APACHE II score was 24 points, and 70.0% of the patients had a protein-caloric adequacy &gt;80%. In the univariate analysis, the significant variables for inadequacy were use of vasoactive drugs, interruptions of diet and failure to initiate nutrition early. In the final model, patients who presented with vomiting/gastric residue (adjusted HR = 22.5; 95%CI 5.14 - 98.87) and fasting for extubation (adjusted HR = 14.75; 95%CI 3.59 - 60.63) and for examinations and interventions (adjusted HR = 12.46; 95%CI 4.52 - 34.36) had a higher risk of not achieving protein-caloric adequacy. Conclusion: Achievement of nutritional goals &gt; 80.0% occurred in 70.0% of patients. The risk factors for protein-caloric inadequacy were nutritional interruptions, especially due to vomiting/gastric residue and fasting for extubation, exams and surgical procedures.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11678562
title: Effect of Plasma Arc Welding on Residual Stress and Distortion of Thin Titanium Sheet

description: In this research work, a finite element model is developed to predict the temperature field and residual stress during plasma arc welding of thin Ti-6Al-4V sheets. Dhinakaran’s heat source model which is based on Parabolic Gaussian distribution is used to predict the temperature field and Anand’s model is used to predict the residual stress. Numerical simulation is performed using ANSYS®. Heat transfer analysis is carried out primarily and the temperature field is given as the input for structural analysis. The concept of APDL programming is used to implement the governing equations. Experimental work has also been conducted to validate the predicted data. Hole Drilling Method (HDM), a semi destructive method and XRD analysis is used to measure the residual stress on the welded specimen. A good agreement is found between the predicted values and measured values.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11678559.v1
title: Risk factors for protein-caloric inadequacy in patients in an intensive care unit

description: ABSTRACT Objective: To evaluate the risk factors for protein-caloric inadequacy in critically ill patients. Methods: Prospective cohort study of patients hospitalized in an adult intensive care unit between February and November 2017. Patients were followed for 7 days. The conditional probability of inadequacy was calculated using the Kaplan-Meier method and the 95% log-rank test. To assess the risk of inadequacy, crude and adjusted hazard ratios (HR) were calculated using Cox regression with a 95% confidence interval. Results: Of the 130 patients, 63.8% were male, 73.8% were &lt;60 years of age, and 49.2% were diagnosed with trauma. The mean APACHE II score was 24 points, and 70.0% of the patients had a protein-caloric adequacy &gt;80%. In the univariate analysis, the significant variables for inadequacy were use of vasoactive drugs, interruptions of diet and failure to initiate nutrition early. In the final model, patients who presented with vomiting/gastric residue (adjusted HR = 22.5; 95%CI 5.14 - 98.87) and fasting for extubation (adjusted HR = 14.75; 95%CI 3.59 - 60.63) and for examinations and interventions (adjusted HR = 12.46; 95%CI 4.52 - 34.36) had a higher risk of not achieving protein-caloric adequacy. Conclusion: Achievement of nutritional goals &gt; 80.0% occurred in 70.0% of patients. The risk factors for protein-caloric inadequacy were nutritional interruptions, especially due to vomiting/gastric residue and fasting for extubation, exams and surgical procedures.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11678562.v1
title: Effect of Plasma Arc Welding on Residual Stress and Distortion of Thin Titanium Sheet

description: In this research work, a finite element model is developed to predict the temperature field and residual stress during plasma arc welding of thin Ti-6Al-4V sheets. Dhinakaran’s heat source model which is based on Parabolic Gaussian distribution is used to predict the temperature field and Anand’s model is used to predict the residual stress. Numerical simulation is performed using ANSYS®. Heat transfer analysis is carried out primarily and the temperature field is given as the input for structural analysis. The concept of APDL programming is used to implement the governing equations. Experimental work has also been conducted to validate the predicted data. Hole Drilling Method (HDM), a semi destructive method and XRD analysis is used to measure the residual stress on the welded specimen. A good agreement is found between the predicted values and measured values.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11678553
title: Validation of the Core Beliefs Inventory (CBI) in Brazilian Portuguese

description: Abstract Introduction Experiencing trauma may entail psychopathological consequences, but also changes considered to be positive (i.e., posttraumatic growth). For positive change to occur, an impact on the beliefs of individuals is required, which may be measured through the Core Beliefs Inventory (CBI). The objective of this study was to validate the Brazilian Portuguese version of the CBI. Methods A total of 248 university students (65.7% female) answered the following assessment instruments: sociodemographic data sheet, Posttraumatic Growth Inventory (PTGI), Posttraumatic Symptoms Checklist – Clinician Version (PCL-5) and the CBI. Psychometric properties of the CBI were assessed by conducting an exploratory factor analysis through a principal component analysis with varimax rotation. Internal consistency (Cronbach’s α) and convergent validity (Pearson correlation between instruments) were also investigated. Results The total scale showed adequate internal consistency (α = 0.83). A single factor solution explained 42.63% of the variance of the CBI. Significant correlations were found between CBI and PTGI, and between CBI and PCL-5. Conclusion The psychometric properties indicated adequate internal consistency and construct validity of the Brazilian Portuguese version of the CBI.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11678553.v1
title: Validation of the Core Beliefs Inventory (CBI) in Brazilian Portuguese

description: Abstract Introduction Experiencing trauma may entail psychopathological consequences, but also changes considered to be positive (i.e., posttraumatic growth). For positive change to occur, an impact on the beliefs of individuals is required, which may be measured through the Core Beliefs Inventory (CBI). The objective of this study was to validate the Brazilian Portuguese version of the CBI. Methods A total of 248 university students (65.7% female) answered the following assessment instruments: sociodemographic data sheet, Posttraumatic Growth Inventory (PTGI), Posttraumatic Symptoms Checklist – Clinician Version (PCL-5) and the CBI. Psychometric properties of the CBI were assessed by conducting an exploratory factor analysis through a principal component analysis with varimax rotation. Internal consistency (Cronbach’s α) and convergent validity (Pearson correlation between instruments) were also investigated. Results The total scale showed adequate internal consistency (α = 0.83). A single factor solution explained 42.63% of the variance of the CBI. Significant correlations were found between CBI and PTGI, and between CBI and PCL-5. Conclusion The psychometric properties indicated adequate internal consistency and construct validity of the Brazilian Portuguese version of the CBI.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11678547
title: Effects of the solar wind on the Earth's magnetosphere: a pedagogic approach to the Van Allen belts

description: Abstract In this work we perform a pedagogic approach to aspects related to geomagnetism and how they can be influenced by the action of the solar wind. The lack of didactic textbooks that promote explanations in terms of basic physics concepts is the main motivation for this work. We begin with a historical discussion about the study of the magnetism that culminated in the well-known dynamo theory which explains the origin of the Earth's magnetic field, where we show the possibility to treat this subject in classes of electricity and magnetism. We also present two scenarios for the Earth's magnetosphere, in order to model the interaction of the solar wind with the magnetosphere, where we represent such action by superposing the fields of two magnetic dipoles. After we show the possibility of discussing the movement of charges coming from the solar wind around the Earth, in the region of the magnetosphere, using Newton's second law and the Lorentz force, where we discuss the formation of moving charged rings and the well known Van Allen belts. Finally, we present a simple argument based on the presented model, for the deformation of the magnetosphere, to explain the limitation in the amount of rings and belts that surround our planet.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11678550
title: Effect of Welding Parameters on Nanostructured Fe-(C, B)-(Cr, Nb) Alloys

description: New nanostructured Fe-(Nb,Cr)-(C,B) multicomponent alloys have been developed for hardfacing application. They have better wear resistance than traditional Fe-Cr-C alloys. The nano-alpha-Fe, eutectic and hard carboborides phases of the weld metal usually show variations with the welding procedure. 6 test samples with different heat input were welded. It was observed that the percentage of eutectic phase and the distance between carboborides increased for the high heat input. Microhardness of eutectic phases showed a linear relationship with the spacing. Samples with high percentage of alpha-Fe phases showed a severe plastic deformation. Wear resistance was optimal for thinner eutectics phases. The presence of needles carboborides improved wear resistance.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11678547.v1
title: Effects of the solar wind on the Earth's magnetosphere: a pedagogic approach to the Van Allen belts

description: Abstract In this work we perform a pedagogic approach to aspects related to geomagnetism and how they can be influenced by the action of the solar wind. The lack of didactic textbooks that promote explanations in terms of basic physics concepts is the main motivation for this work. We begin with a historical discussion about the study of the magnetism that culminated in the well-known dynamo theory which explains the origin of the Earth's magnetic field, where we show the possibility to treat this subject in classes of electricity and magnetism. We also present two scenarios for the Earth's magnetosphere, in order to model the interaction of the solar wind with the magnetosphere, where we represent such action by superposing the fields of two magnetic dipoles. After we show the possibility of discussing the movement of charges coming from the solar wind around the Earth, in the region of the magnetosphere, using Newton's second law and the Lorentz force, where we discuss the formation of moving charged rings and the well known Van Allen belts. Finally, we present a simple argument based on the presented model, for the deformation of the magnetosphere, to explain the limitation in the amount of rings and belts that surround our planet.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11678544
title: PMMA-SiO2 Organic-Inorganic Hybrid Coating Application to Ti-6Al-4V Alloy Prepared through the Sol-Gel Method

description: Siloxane-poly(methyl methacrylate) (PMMA) hybrid was synthesized based on the sol-gel method and applied to Ti-6Al-4V through dip-coating. The structural feature of the hybrid was subjected to Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and thermogravimetric analysis (TG); its morphological properties were analyzed through scanning electron microscope (SEM), energy dispersive spectrometry (EDS), atomic force microscopy (AFM) and contact angle. The electrochemical behavior and corrosion resistance of both the hybrid coating and the uncoated substrate were investigated based on electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) and scanning vibrating electrode technique (SVET). Results showed homogeneous coating formation due to the rigid hybrid network formed during polymerization, hydrolysis and condensation reactions. This outcome suggested interaction between the organic (methyl methacrylate (MMA)) and inorganic (tetraethyl orthosilicate (TEOS)) phases, which was favored by the coupling agent (3-(trimethoxysilyl)propyl methacrylate (TMSM)). The S0M (PMMA-SiO2 hybrid Ti-6Al-4V coated alloy) film presented regular topography and adherence to the substrate. Electrochemical simulated body fluid (SBF) tests showed that the hybrid coating presented better barrier properties (168 h of the immersion time) than the uncoated substrate, fact that makes it an interesting material for anti-corrosive applications in biomaterials.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11678550.v1
title: Effect of Welding Parameters on Nanostructured Fe-(C, B)-(Cr, Nb) Alloys

description: New nanostructured Fe-(Nb,Cr)-(C,B) multicomponent alloys have been developed for hardfacing application. They have better wear resistance than traditional Fe-Cr-C alloys. The nano-alpha-Fe, eutectic and hard carboborides phases of the weld metal usually show variations with the welding procedure. 6 test samples with different heat input were welded. It was observed that the percentage of eutectic phase and the distance between carboborides increased for the high heat input. Microhardness of eutectic phases showed a linear relationship with the spacing. Samples with high percentage of alpha-Fe phases showed a severe plastic deformation. Wear resistance was optimal for thinner eutectics phases. The presence of needles carboborides improved wear resistance.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11678544.v1
title: PMMA-SiO2 Organic-Inorganic Hybrid Coating Application to Ti-6Al-4V Alloy Prepared through the Sol-Gel Method

description: Siloxane-poly(methyl methacrylate) (PMMA) hybrid was synthesized based on the sol-gel method and applied to Ti-6Al-4V through dip-coating. The structural feature of the hybrid was subjected to Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and thermogravimetric analysis (TG); its morphological properties were analyzed through scanning electron microscope (SEM), energy dispersive spectrometry (EDS), atomic force microscopy (AFM) and contact angle. The electrochemical behavior and corrosion resistance of both the hybrid coating and the uncoated substrate were investigated based on electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) and scanning vibrating electrode technique (SVET). Results showed homogeneous coating formation due to the rigid hybrid network formed during polymerization, hydrolysis and condensation reactions. This outcome suggested interaction between the organic (methyl methacrylate (MMA)) and inorganic (tetraethyl orthosilicate (TEOS)) phases, which was favored by the coupling agent (3-(trimethoxysilyl)propyl methacrylate (TMSM)). The S0M (PMMA-SiO2 hybrid Ti-6Al-4V coated alloy) film presented regular topography and adherence to the substrate. Electrochemical simulated body fluid (SBF) tests showed that the hybrid coating presented better barrier properties (168 h of the immersion time) than the uncoated substrate, fact that makes it an interesting material for anti-corrosive applications in biomaterials.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11678538
title: Investigation of the pressure variation in side flow systems through the Bernoulli principle

description: Abstract Specifically, we investigated the pressure variation that occurred in simple lateral flow systems through the Bernoulli principle. Such a fluid system is defined by an internal and external flow to a container of constant cross-sectional area through a hole located on its side. Flow may or may not be controlled to ensure constant acceleration in the system. We emphasize that we reproduce the referent system due to the action of the gravitational field. The results show that the knowledge of the fluid viscosity is essential in the interpretation of the system pressure variation.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11678538.v1
title: Investigation of the pressure variation in side flow systems through the Bernoulli principle

description: Abstract Specifically, we investigated the pressure variation that occurred in simple lateral flow systems through the Bernoulli principle. Such a fluid system is defined by an internal and external flow to a container of constant cross-sectional area through a hole located on its side. Flow may or may not be controlled to ensure constant acceleration in the system. We emphasize that we reproduce the referent system due to the action of the gravitational field. The results show that the knowledge of the fluid viscosity is essential in the interpretation of the system pressure variation.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11678541
title: Antifungal and Photocatalytic Activity of Smart Paint Containing Porous Microspheres of TiO2

description: In this study, porous microspheres of TiO2 (µTiO2) were synthesized, characterized and incorporated into an acrylic paint formulation to obtain a photocatalytically active paint. In a novel approach, the antifungal properties of the µTiO2 paint were evaluated using Monascus ruber as the representative microorganism and compared to those of a photocatalyst-free paint. The photocatalytic activity of paint films was determined by methylene blue (MB) degradation under real conditions of application. High photocatalytic and antifungal activity was observed, with the microorganism culture showing the formation of growth inhibition halos, typical of materials that produce biocides that diffuse into the culture medium.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11678535
title: Structural Study of Phenolic Acids by Triple Quadrupole Mass Spectrometry with Electrospray Ionization in Negative Mode and H/D Isotopic Exchange

description: This work reports the theoretical and experimental study of fragmentation reactions in the gas phase of five phenolic acids using triple quadrupole mass spectrometry by electrospray ionization in negative ionic mode, as well as the isotope exchange experiments. MS/MS spectra were analyzed to suggest the fragmentation mechanisms, while theoretical calculations at the theory level B3LYP/6-311+G** were performed to expose the proposed mechanisms viability for this class of compounds. As expected, compounds with aromatic methoxy substitution presented •CH3 radical elimination as the principal fragmentation pathway, forming dystonic ions. Compounds without methoxy substituents dissociate with higher energies losing the CO2, CO and H2O. The isotopic marking experiments indicated the exchange of hydrogens by deuterases in the hydroxyl protons, which corroborates with the proposed mechanisms.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11678541.v1
title: Antifungal and Photocatalytic Activity of Smart Paint Containing Porous Microspheres of TiO2

description: In this study, porous microspheres of TiO2 (µTiO2) were synthesized, characterized and incorporated into an acrylic paint formulation to obtain a photocatalytically active paint. In a novel approach, the antifungal properties of the µTiO2 paint were evaluated using Monascus ruber as the representative microorganism and compared to those of a photocatalyst-free paint. The photocatalytic activity of paint films was determined by methylene blue (MB) degradation under real conditions of application. High photocatalytic and antifungal activity was observed, with the microorganism culture showing the formation of growth inhibition halos, typical of materials that produce biocides that diffuse into the culture medium.