Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Hao Yuan, Hongliang Dou, Xuemin Li
Summary: A case of torpedo maculopathy was reported and multimodal fundus imaging methods were used to describe its abnormal appearance. The choroid vascularity index was applied to quantitatively analyze the changes in choroidal structure in torpedo maculopathy.
FRONTIERS IN MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Ophthalmology
Harold Merle, Maxime Chassery, Laurence Beral, Fatiha Najioullah, Andre Cabie, Raymond Cesaire, Olivier Flechelles, Jerome Pignol, Marie-Helene Errera, Eric Ventura, Rebecca Grant, Arnaud Fontanet, Thierry David, Benoit Tressieres, Bruno Hoen
Summary: This study examined ocular fundus manifestations in newborns with congenital Zika virus exposure and found that ocular anomalies may be associated with Zika virus in approximately 0.9% of the exposed population. These ocular lesions were rare and primarily affected the choroid and retina, appearing to be associated with choroiditis-related scarring that developed during fetal growth.
JAMA OPHTHALMOLOGY
(2022)
Editorial Material
Ophthalmology
Sai Prashanti Chitturi, Ramesh Venkatesh, Ashit Handa, Rubble Mangla, Jay Chhablani
Summary: This case report describes a rare presentation of torpedo maculopathy (TM) in a 25-year-old male. The patient had a macular scar in the left eye with a characteristic torpedo-like lesion, which was confirmed as TM based on clinical and imaging findings.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF OPHTHALMOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Elif Betul Turkoglu, Muhammet Kazim Erol, Berkay Oner Karaca
Summary: Torpedo maculopathy is a rare congenital defect of the retina pigment epithelium, typically unilateral and characterized by flat, hypopigmented, oval lesions resembling a 'torpedo.' Visual acuity is generally unaffected as the lesions do not involve the central fovea. Differential diagnosis is necessary when it coexists with other posterior segment diseases to avoid unnecessary treatment.
PHOTODIAGNOSIS AND PHOTODYNAMIC THERAPY
(2021)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Kari V. Vienola, Kunal K. Dansingani, Andrew W. Eller, Joseph N. Martel, Valerie C. Snyder, Ethan A. Rossi
Summary: Torpedo maculopathy (TM) is a rare congenital defect of the retinal pigment epithelium (RPE). Using fluorescence adaptive optics scanning laser ophthalmoscopy (AOSLO), researchers revealed microscopic cellular-level structural alterations in the RPE cell mosaic in TM that underlie the tissue-level changes seen in conventional clinical imaging. This study highlights how cellular level imaging of the RPE can provide new insights into RPE pathologies, particularly for rare conditions like TM.
FRONTIERS IN MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Bao-qi Wu, Guang-sen Wang, Xiao-cun Guan, Biao Wu
Summary: This paper focuses on the application of electromagnetic coil launch technology in launching anti-torpedo missiles. By proposing a method for calculating EML parameters and using an adaptive particle swarm optimization algorithm to determine the optimal launch parameters, the results demonstrate that EML technology can effectively improve interception probability. These findings have important implications for command and decision-making in anti-torpedo combat.
DEFENCE TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Riccardo Melis, Simone Di Crescenzo, Alessia Cariani, Alice Ferrari, Valentina Crobe, Andrea Bellodi, Antonello Mulas, Laura Carugati, Elisabetta Coluccia, Maria Cristina Follesa, Rita Cannas
Summary: This study focused on three species of electric rays in the Mediterranean Sea, and found that the population in Sardinia has high genetic diversity and should be prioritized for conservation. The study also confirmed the presence of only the three species in the investigated area, but suggested the possibility of cryptic species in other regions and genera/families.
Article
Ophthalmology
Doaa Kerwat, Omer Jamall, Serafeim Antonakis, Goncalo C. Almeida
Summary: Torpedo maculopathy is a benign retinal disorder with poorly understood pathophysiological origins. The study outlines four clinical cases, with one showing additional findings of fluid accumulation, suggesting that dysgenetic changes in the retinal pigment epithelium may lead to secondary fluid accumulation over time. Whether this disorder is progressive or static in nature requires further clarification.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF OPHTHALMOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Bao-qi Wu, Xiao-cun Guan, Shao-hua Guan, Jing-bin Shi
Summary: An analytic model is established to evaluate the capture probability of electromagnetic launched anti-torpedo torpedoes (ATT) in this paper. The model analyzes the multi-stage coilgun and ATT trajectory, and considers factors such as entry point dispersion and position dispersion of the incoming torpedo. An advanced angle interception mode and a geometric method to calculate the integral boundaries of the probability density function are proposed. Digital simulation confirms the accuracy of the model.
DEFENCE TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Ophthalmology
Yue Zhang, Yilin Li, Jing Liu, Jianing Wang, Hui Li, Jinrong Zhang, Xiaobing Yu
Summary: This meta-analysis and systematic review showed that current AI algorithms have excellent performance in detecting PM and related complications based on fundus and OCT images.
Article
Ophthalmology
Grazia Maria Cozzupoli, Romina Fasciani, Romolo Fedeli, Stanislao Rizzo
Summary: This study reports a case of torpedo maculopathy found in a patient with keratoconus. The association between these two conditions may be coincidental or result from developmental abnormalities affecting both corneal and retinal structures.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF OPHTHALMOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Athul S. Puthalath, Ramanuj Samanta, Mahsa Jamil, Gitanjli Sood, Devesh Kumawat, Ajai Agrawal
Summary: This is a case of dengue fever-associated foveolitis presenting with unilateral diminution of vision in the left eye. The patient achieved near complete anatomical and functional recovery after treatment.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF TROPICAL MEDICINE AND HYGIENE
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Bowen Zhao, Jiyuan Sun, Dapeng Zhang, Keqiang Zhu, Haoyu Jiang
Summary: The study of the dynamic response of torpedoes is crucial in naval warfare due to their irreplaceable role. In this study, the dynamic equation and linear motion mathematical model of torpedoes are established based on the momentum theorem and the momentum moment theorem. The relationship between the torpedo and the Munk moment coefficient is derived, and a straight-line motion model for different Munk moments is established to analyze the dynamic properties of the torpedo's space motion. It is found that an increase in the Munk moment coefficient results in a higher deflection in the torpedo's direct motion on each degree of freedom, which is influenced by the additional mass matrix. Therefore, during torpedo design, reducing the added mass by altering the torpedo's shape is crucial in minimizing pitch, yaw, and roll moments.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2023)
Article
Ophthalmology
Hyo Song Park, Christopher Seungkyu Lee, Hyoung Jun Koh
Summary: This study compares the progression of myopic maculopathy in patients with myopic traction maculopathy (MTM) with and without vitrectomy. It found that surgery may accelerate the progression of myopic maculopathy in MTM patients. Care should be taken when considering surgery for these patients.
RETINA-THE JOURNAL OF RETINAL AND VITREOUS DISEASES
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Hidetaka Matsumoto, Junki Hoshino, Ryo Mukai, Kosuke Nakamura, Shoji Kishi, Hideo Akiyama
Summary: The phenotypes of neovascular age-related macular degeneration (nAMD) differ between Caucasian and Asian patients. This study focused on Japanese nAMD patients and found that type 1 macular neovascularization (MNV) and polypoidal choroidal vasculopathy (PCV) were the most common phenotypes. Pachychoroid, which is more prevalent in Asians, may contribute to the development of MNV in these patients.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
