gebhart/patrepeval huggingface dataset:
Integrated deformable mirror on silicon for optical data storage (2005)

This paper reports the design, fabrication and opto-mechanical characterization of a deformable mirror to correct spherical aberration in future optical data storage standard (Blu-Ray Disc). The integrated mirror is realized in standard semiconductor technology to produce very low cost devices. The device is based on the electrostatic actuation of a 10 &mu;m thick silicon membrane (4 mm diameter) obtained from a 4' SOI wafer glued with polymer paste over concentric or hexagonal electrodes obtained from another 4' silicon wafer. Optical wavefront measurements compared with theoretical calculations demonstrate that an applied voltage of only 40 V on the three concentric electrodes allow to perfectly correct aberrations. Moreover we showed that the shape of the optical deformation induced by the mirror can precisely be controlled by the design of electrodes and applied voltages. A Peak to Valley optical deformation up to 4 &mu;m can be achieved with an applied voltage of only 70 V. Finally dynamic measurement showed that the device is able to work at a frequency of 100 Hz that is higher that needed for foreseen application.
RFID enhances materials handling (1995)

Describes developments in radio frequency identification [RFID] techniques, using examples from existing applications in the motor industry, breweries and mail order companies. Looks at the miniaturization resulting from integrated circuit technology, the advantages of passive transponders and one of the latest versions of transponder, the Multipage [M/P], a tag which contains the equivalent of 17 individual transponders in a single unit. Concludes that the advent of low‐cost integrated RFID technology has enabled new solutions to production problems in the materials handling environment. Tagging brings improvements in efficiency, security and accuracy by uniquely labelling units with the production process.
Isolation of four bacteriophages from the mango bacterial black spot pathogen Xanthomonas campestris pv. Mangiferaeindicae (1985)

Mango bacterial black spot, caused by Xanthomonas campestris pv. mangiferaeindicae Patel, Moniz & Kul­ karni (Manicom & Wallis, 1984), is an important patho-' gen of mangoes in South Africa. Bacteriophages have previously been isolated from the following X. campes­ tris pathovars: pv. oryzae (Kuo, Huang & Chow, 1969; Kamiunten & Wakimoto, 1980), pv. citri (Dai, Chiang & Kuo, 1980; Kamiunten, Koba & Wakimoto, 1980), pv. campestris (Liew & Alvarez, 1981) and pv. pruni (Du Plessis, Loos & Matthee, 1981), but there is no record ofa phage from pv. mangiferaeindicae. In a preliminary paper White & Da Gra<;a (1983) re­ ported the detection of two phages from this pathovar. The present paper reports the isolation of these and two other phages, and partial characterization of all four.
An initial cell search scheme robust to frequency error in W-CDMA system (2002)

W-CDMA is one of the RTT (radio transmission technology) proposals considered by IMT-2000. Initial cell search in a W-CDMA system is an important factor to determine the performance of the whole system. The initial cell search is typically carried out in three steps. In this paper, an initial cell search scheme robust to frequency error is proposed. The proposed scheme includes frequency error and channel estimation methods using the correlation properties of the synchronization codes. Simulation results show that the performance of this scheme is superior to that of the conventional one even in the presence of very high frequency error.
Modular Asynchronous Control Design (1977)

A modular design strategy for the implementation of control logic is discussed. After discussing several basic control modules, the overall design of control sequencing is described and a particular control sequence taken from the Illiac III computer is worked as an example of the technique. Finally, the diagnostic features incorporated as part of the technique are discussed and a comparison made with microprogramming.
Advances in Genitourinary Neurostimulation (1986)

The author reviews experience with genitourinary stimulation. Neurostimulation is of most benefit in spastic patients. Experience with sacral root stimulation is discussed. Complete bladder evacuation can be achieved with a combination of selectively placed neurectomies and strategically positioned electrodes.
Process Tailoring and the Software Capability Maturity Model(sm). (1995)

Abstract : The Software Capability Maturity Modeism (SW-CMM)Srn is serving as the foundation for a major portion of the process improvement being undertaken in the software industry. It is composed of two volumes: the Capability Maturity Model for Software, and the Key Practices of the Capability Maturity Model. The key practices of the SW-OMM are expressed in terms that reflect normal practices of organizations that work on large, government contracts. There is, however, a significant population of software-producing and -acquiring organizations, operating in different environments, for which the key practices require significant interpretation and/or tailoring prior to application. This report presents a tailoring framework that identifies process artifacts, tailoring processes, and their relationships to project artifacts, and explores the nature of various kinds of tailoring used in the definition and development of software process descriptions. Techniques appropriate to each type of tailoring are then discussed. The general approach utilizes and builds upon the Software Process Framework, whose purpose is to provide guidance for designing, analyzing, and reviewing software processes for consistency with the 5W-C MM.
The Newick utilities: high-throughput phylogenetic tree processing in the U<scp>nix</scp> shell (2010)

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Mid-Term Efficacy of Beraprost, an Oral Prostacyclin Analog, in the Treatment of Distal CTEPH: A Case Control Study (2006)

In patients with CTEPH beraprost had similar mid-term clinical and hemodynamic improvements than in patients with PAH.
Design of Vertical Handoff Initiation and Decision Algorithm in Heterogeneous Wireless Networks (2013)

Vertical handoff decision (VHD) algorithms are essential components of the architecture of the forthcoming Fourth Generation (4G) heterogeneous wireless networks. These algorithms need to be designed to provide the required Quality of Service (QoS) to a wide range of applications while allowing seamless roaming among a multitude of access network technologies. This work mainly focuses on vertical handoff initiation and decision. The handoff initiation is critically important to keep the unnecessary handoffs and their failures at a low level. On the other hand, to maximize the end-user’s satisfaction levels, the decision to select the best network among other available candidates also plays an important role. The proposed algorithm provides a complete framework to perform vertical handoffs in a heterogeneous wireless network.
Auditory perception of ultrasound in patients with sensorineural and conductive hearing loss (1978)

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Worst-Case optimal and average-case efficient geometric ad-hoc routing (2003)

In this paper we present GOAFR, a new geometric ad-hoc routing algorithm combining greedy and face routing. We evaluate this algorithm by both rigorous analysis and comprehensive simulation. GOAFR is the first ad-hoc algorithm to be both asymptotically optimal and average-case efficient. For our simulations we identify a network density range critical for any routing algorithm. We study a dozen of routing algorithms and show that GOAFR outperforms other prominent algorithms, such as GPSR or AFR.
The effectiveness of the knee jiont meniscus injury treatment with arthroscope (2012)

Objective:To study the character of the discoid meniscus injury and the effectiveness of arthroscope treatment.Methods:Twenty-eight cases with discoid meniscus injury were treated with the arthroscope,including 16 cases with partial resection,9 cases with subtotalresection and 3 cases with resection.The effectiveness was evaluated by using Ikeuchi points scoring system.Results:The patients were followed from 3 to 24 months.Eighteen cases were excellent,7 cases were good and 3 cases were general.Good rate was 89.2% and all cases had no complications.Conclusions:Owing to high-accuracy,small operators trauma,joint function quick recovery and fewer complications,the approach of discoid meniscal injury treated with arthroscopic is an ideal treatment way.Early detection,early diagnosis,early treatment,and keeping 6-8 mm healthy discoid meniscus tissue is the key of treatment discoid meniscus injury with arthroscope.
Persistent detection of Zika virus RNA in semen for six months after symptom onset in a traveller returning from Haiti to Italy, February 2016 (2016)

A man in his early 30s reported in January 2016 a history of fever, asthenia and erythematous rash during a stay in Haiti. On his return to Italy, ZIKV RNA was detected in his urine and saliva 91 days after symptom onset, and in his semen on day 188, six months after symptom onset. Our findings support the possibility of sexual transmission of ZIKV and highlight the importance of continuing to investigate non-vector-borne ZIKV infection.
Simple method for the dissolution of atmospheric aerosol samples for analysis by inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (1996)

A dissolution method for atmospheric aerosol samples should be simple and quantitative with the least possibility for contamination as the trace element concentrations and masses in these samples are very low; the masses are often between 100 and 1000 µg. A simple procedure, in which the aerosol sample is dissolved at room temperature in a disposable test-tube in an HNO3–HF mixture (3 + 1), is presented. There are no evaporative losses, the elements are dissolved quantitatively and the possibilities for contamination are minimized. The elemental concentrations are determined by ICP-MS. The blank values for the aerosol collection membrane filters, reagents and test-tubes are presented. The accuracy and precision of the method were assessed with SRMs. For NIST SRM 1633a Coal Fly Ash, the recoveries for As, Cd, Cr, Cu, Fe, Ni, Pb, U, V, Zn, Be, Ca, Co, Mg, Mn, Mo, Sb, Sr, Ti and Tl were over 90%. For NIST SRM 1648 Urban Particulate Matter, the recoveries varied between 80 and 98% for the elements Al, As, Cd, Cu, Fe, K, Ni, Pb, Se, U, V and Zn. The results for real atmospheric samples dissolved by this method were compared with results for Al, Mn, Na and V obtained by instrumental NAA. The results showed good agreement, with correlation coefficients ranging from 0.970 to 0.988 and slopes from 0.92 to 1.10.
ACCIDENT CHARACTERISTICS BEFORE, DURING, AND AFTER SAFETY UPGRADING PROJECTS ON OHIO'S RURAL INTERSTATE SYSTEM (1978)

In 1973, minor safety upgrading projects were conducted at 21 locations on the rural Interstate system of Ohio, involving 618 km (384 miles) of freeways. In 1972, the accident rate per million vehicle kilometers (MVKM) on these 618 km was 112.9 accidents/161 MVKM (112.9/100 million vehicle miles). In 1974, the accident rate dropped to 77.9 accidents/161 MVKM. To account for the possible effect of the introduction of the reduced speed limit in 1974, accident rates were also compared on 246 km (153 miles) of the rural Interstate system not subjected to safety improvement. The difference inproportional reduction in accident rates is statistically significant and favors the 21 study sites. The accident rates increased to 120.8 accidents/161 MVKM during the 1973 safety upgrading construction program. However, only 151 accidents were positively identified from traffic crash reports and construction diaries as construction related. These 151 accidents were studied in detail. Observed patterns included: (a) rear-end (61) and single vehicle, fixed-object (56) accidents were the most frequent; (b) 34 accidents occurred in the relatively short taper area; (c) the proportion of the lane taper accidents at night and at dawn or dusk was high; (d) the proportion of construction object accidents at night was high; (e) the proportion of tractor-trailer and bus accidents at night was high; (f) excess speed was listed in 88 cases as a contributing factor, while road defects or construction or traffic control were listed only in 15 cases. Some suggestions are being made regarding traffic control at work zones. /Author/
Who Perceives Supermarket Prices Most Validly? (1971)

information which she must sort and process in order to make a purchase decision. An individual shopper differs in her shopping behavior patterns, attitudes toward shopping, and demographic characteristics from others. All of these factors influence the perceptual process, but which are most closely associated with forming valid perceptions? The identification of the most valid perceivers would be valuable to two action-oriented groups: (1) those concerned with consumer protection and (2) supermarket executives. The first want to provide information, guidance, and legal action where appropriate. Such advocates must know what information and what be-
Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of an Ultrasonic Spot Welded Aluminum Alloy: The Effect of Welding Energy (2017)

The aim of this study is to evaluate the microstructures, tensile lap shear strength, and fatigue resistance of 6022-T43 aluminum alloy joints welded via a solid-state welding technique-ultrasonic spot welding (USW)-at different energy levels. An ultra-fine necklace-like equiaxed grain structure is observed along the weld line due to the occurrence of dynamic crystallization, with smaller grain sizes at lower levels of welding energy. The tensile lap shear strength, failure energy, and critical stress intensity of the welded joints first increase, reach their maximum values, and then decrease with increasing welding energy. The tensile lap shear failure mode changes from interfacial fracture at lower energy levels, to nugget pull-out at intermediate optimal energy levels, and to transverse through-thickness (TTT) crack growth at higher energy levels. The fatigue life is longer for the joints welded at an energy of 1400 J than 2000 J at higher cyclic loading levels. The fatigue failure mode changes from nugget pull-out to TTT crack growth with decreasing cyclic loading for the joints welded at 1400 J, while TTT crack growth mode remains at all cyclic loading levels for the joints welded at 2000 J. Fatigue crack basically initiates from the nugget edge, and propagates with "river-flow" patterns and characteristic fatigue striations.
Determining the expression for the fair value of the swap spread: an approach using Libor and GC repo rates (2001)

In this article we provide an expression for the fair value for the swap spread, which is shown to be a function of the Libor rate and the general collateral repo rate. This spread can then be used as an alternative benchmark measure used to assess relative value for all debt market instruments.
Fission Energetics and Neutron Emission in 13-MeV Proton-Induced Fission of<mml:math xmlns:mml="http://www.w3.org/1998/Math/MathML" display="inline"><mml:mrow><mml:mmultiscripts><mml:mrow><mml:mi mathvariant="normal">Ra</mml:mi></mml:mrow><mml:mprescripts/><mml:mrow/><mml:mrow><mml:mn>226</mml:mn></mml:mrow><mml:mrow/><mml:mrow/></mml:mmultiscripts></mml:mrow></mml:math> (1968)

The energetics of the fission of $^{226}\mathrm{Ra}$ induced by 13-MeV protons have been studied by means of a threeparameter experiment in which the time of flight of one fragment was measured in coincidence with the pulse amplitudes produced by both fragments in silicon surface-barrier detectors. The average number of neutrons emitted from individual fragments and from both fragments together are obtained as functions of fragment mass and total kinetic energy. In addition, the pre- and post-neutron-emission fragment mass distributions are obtained, together with the fragment energy distributions and mass-versus-energy correlations. Fragment excitation energies are inferred from the neutron-emission data, and the total energy balance is investigated. The experimental results suggest the presence of two components in $^{226}\mathrm{Ra}+p$ fission, one a liquid-drop component describing events in the symmetric peak of the mass distribution, the other a fragment-structure component describing events in the asymmetric peaks. The various distributions and correlations obtained, including those involving neutron emission, have been analyzed from this point of view and are seen to be quantitatively consistent with the assumption of two such components. It remains unclear, however, whether one or two saddle points are involved.
Areas of Difficulty (1993)

Intermarriage is feared as both an index of and a route to assimilation. Ruppin warned that it occurs when Jews abandon Orthodoxy and live for a few generations amongst Gentiles who are kind and cultured. In America, particularly, his doom-laden prophecy is being realised. Whereas the 1930s saw an intermarriage rate of no more than 3 per cent, the rate for the years 1985–90 was estimated at slightly over 50 per cent (National Jewish Population Survey, 1991). Similarly in Britain: one is three marriages, it is estimated, is now of mixed faith.
Families With Myotonic Dystrophy With and Without Cardiac Involvement (1983)

Study of 30 patients with myotonic dystrophy and 17 unaffected family members in a total of 18 families by echocardiography and ECG, including noninvasive His-bundle recording, appeared to show two phenotypes of myotonic dystrophy: those with and those without substantial cardiac involvement. Besides the 29% incidence of asymptomatic mitral valve prolapse common to many neuromuscular diseases, 20% of families had progressive involvement of the cardiac conduction system. It is important to recognize these families in order to treat patients with cardiac pacemakers who are rapidly progressive or symptomatic. If one patient with myotonic dystrophy is found to have myotonic heart disease with cardiac block or arrhythmia, it should be expected in other family members with myotonic dystrophy.
Salt and State (2004)

Salt and State is an annotated translation of a treatise on salt from Song China. From its inception in the Han dynasty (206 B.C.–220 A.D.), the salt monopoly was a key component in the Chinese government's financial toolkit. Salt, with its highly localized and large-scale production, was an ideal target for bureaucratic management. In the Song dynasty (960–1279), fiscal pressures on the government had intensified with increased centralization and bureaucratization. A bloated administration and an enormous standing army maintained against incursions by aggressive steppe neighbors placed tremendous strain on Song finances. Developing the salt monopoly seemed a logical and indeed urgent strategy, but each actor in this plan—the emperor, local officials, monopoly administrators, producers, merchants, and consumers—had his own interests to protect and advance. Thus attempts to maximize the effectiveness of the monopoly meant frequent policy swings and led to levels of corruption that would ultimately undo the Song. Unlike other contemporary sources, the Songshi treatise organizes its subject into an intelligible and detailed narrative, elucidating special terminology, the bureaucracy and its processes, and debates relating to Chinese finance and politics, as well as the salt industry itself. Professor Chien's extensive annotation relies on parallel histories that corroborate and supplement the Songshi account, together providing a comprehensive study of this important institution in China's premodern political economy.
Somatic Alterations of the Serine/Threonine Kinase<i>LKB1</i>Gene in Squamous Cell (SCC) and Large Cell (LCC) Lung Carcinoma (2009)

Somatic LKB1 serine/threonine kinase alterations are rare in sporadic cancers, with the exception lung adenocarcinoma, but no mutations in squamous cell or large cell primary carcinoma were discovered. We screened the LKB1 gene in 129 primary nonsmall cell lung carcinomas, adjacent healthy lung tissue, and control blood samples. Forty-five percent of nonsmall cell lung tumors harbored either intron or exon alterations. We identified R86G, F354L, Y272Y and three polymorphisms: 290+36G/T, 386+156G/T, and 862+145C/T (novel). R86G (novel) and F354L mutations were found in six squamous cell carcinomas and three large cell cancer carcinomas, but not in the adjacent healthy tissue or controls samples. The F354L mutation was found in advanced squamous cell carcinomas with elevated COX-2 expression, rare P53, and no K-RAS mutation. Results indicate that the LKB1 gene is changed in a certain proportion of nonsmall cell lung tumors, predominately in advanced squamous lung carcinoma. Inactivation of the gene takes place via the C-terminal domain and could be related to mechanisms influencing tumor initiation, differentiation, and metastasis.
The monoplace hyperbaric chamber and management of decompression illness. (2001)

Three cases of decompression illness are reported. Two patients presented with joint pain and skin signs, while one patient presented with joint pain and neurological signs and symptoms. The patients received emergency recompression therapy in a Hong Kong clinic, using a monoplace hyperbaric chamber. All three patients were treated successfully and no residual signs or symptoms were evident on review at 90 days' post-treatment. Issues concerning the use of monoplace and multiplace hyperbaric chambers are also discussed, along with additional clinical applications of the monoplace hyperbaric chamber.
Targeted Therapy of Hepatocellular Carcinoma Using Gemcitabine-Incorporated GPC3 Aptamer (2020)

Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is the most common malignancy of the liver, which can progress rapidly and has a poor prognosis. Glypican-3 (GPC3) has been proposed to be an important diagnostic biomarker and therapeutic target for HCC. Aptamers have emerged as promising drug delivery vehicles because of their high binding affinity for target molecules. Herein, we developed G12msi, a gemcitabine-incorporated DNA aptamer, targeting GPC3, and evaluated its binding specificity and anti-tumor efficacy in GPC3-overexpressing HCC cell lines and murine xenograft models. GPC3-targeted aptamers were selected by using the SELEX process and the chemotherapy drug gemcitabine was internally incorporated into the aptamer. To determine the binding affinity and internalization of the G12msi, flow cytometry and confocal microscopy were performed on GPC3-positive HepG2, Hep3B, and Huh7 cells, as well as a GPC3-negative A431 cell. The anti-tumor activities of G12msi were evaluated with in vitro and in vivo models. We found that G12msi binds to GPC3-overexpressing HCC tumor cells with high specificity and is effectively internalized. Moreover, G12msi treatment inhibited the cell proliferation of GPC3-positive HCC cell lines with minimal cytotoxicity in control A431 cells. In vivo systemic administration of G12msi significantly inhibited tumor growth of HCC HepG2 cells in xenograft models without causing toxicity. These results suggest that gemcitabine-incorporated GPC3 aptamer-based drug delivery may be a promising strategy for the treatment of HCC.
Synthesis and characteristics of new fluorescent probes based on cardiolipin (2009)

New fluorescent lipid probes, cardiolipin derivatives AV12-CL and B7-CL, bearing the residues of 12-(9-anthryl)-11E-dodecenoic and 7-(4,4-difluoro-1,3,5,7-tetramethyl-4-bora-3a,4a-diaza-s-indacen-8-yl)heptanoic acid, respectively, have been synthesized by acylation of 1-lysocardiolipin, which had been obtained from bovine heart cardiolipin by enzymatic hydrolysis with bacterial lipase. The resulting probes are intended for the study of protein-anionic phospholipid interactions.