The paper compares and discusses displacement ductility ratios of reinforced concrete walls typically used in one- and two-story houses. Ductility is investigated by assessing response measured on 39 ...

Abstract: Single crystal silicon is a popular material used for semiconductor circuits and solar batteries. In the cutting process from a silicon ingot to a silicon wafer used as semiconductor ...

In order to make full use of aged asphalt, a light oil regenerant for cold mixing was prepared in this paper, and the ratio of regenerant and regeneration effect was studied through the performance ...

Strength, ductility and toughness are three very important, closely related material properties. The yield and ultimate strengths tell us how much stress a material can withstand, and are often used ...

Is the Turing test still relevant in today's AI landscape? The advent of large language models has challenged its importance. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate ...

ABSTRACT: Motivated by the promising results of previous research, this study evaluated the feasibility of using Allophane, an Ecuadorian nano-clay, as an additive to improve the mechanical properties ...

The Food and Drug Administration is making it easier for people to simultaneously test themselves for COVID-19 and the flu at home. The agency this week authorized the Healgen Scientific's Rapid Check ...

The Food and Drug Administration on Monday approved Guardant Health’s blood test, called Shield, to screen for colon cancer. The test isn't meant to replace colonoscopies, but is generating enthusiasm ...

While not a perfect alternative to colonoscopies, experts hope the test could lead to more people getting screened for colorectal cancers. By Gina Kolata The Food and Drug Administration on Monday ...

The WIDA ACCESS language proficiency test is used across close to 40 states as part of the federal requirement to determine whether English learners continue to need language-development services. The ...