Article
Environmental Sciences
Alexander Matthew David Finnegan, Rebekah Susserott, Sarah E. Gabbott, Chris Gouramanis
Summary: Through a systematic review of existing literature, this study found that cellulose microfibers are more common in the atmosphere than synthetic microfibers, with a gradually increasing trend. However, the proportion of synthetic microfibers is on the rise, and it is expected to become dominant in the atmosphere by 2030. Future studies are recommended to include information on cellulose microfibers to monitor and report trends in atmospheric microfiber composition.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Tatjana Rijavec, Mirjam Leskovsek, Neza Sukic, Barbara Rajar, Alenka Pavko Cuden
Summary: This research focuses on the suitability of affordable blends of modacrylic, polyacrylate, and lyocell fibers for flame-resistant underwear. It investigates the influence of fiber properties, spinning processes, and knitted structures on thermal comfort and flammability. The results show that these blends have the potential to be used for affordable flame-retardant and thermally comfortable underwear.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Hafsa Jamshaid, Rajesh Mishra, Awais Khan, Vijay Chandan, Miroslav Muller, Petr Valasek
Summary: This study aimed to improve the comfort properties of fire fighters' station suits without compromising flame retardancy by using five inherently fire-resistant fibers. 23 fabric samples were developed and evaluated through flammability tests, thermal analysis, thermophysiological assessments, and wearing comfort evaluations. Principal Component Analysis was used for optimization, and a sample containing 50/50 FR-polyester and FR-viscose fibers was found to have the best performance in terms of both flame retardancy and comfort.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rossella Arletti, Sonia Conte, Chiara Zanelli, Matteo De Iuliis, Dario Di Giuseppe, Valentina Scognamiglio, Daniele Malferrari, Michele Dondi, Alessandro F. Gualtieri
Summary: This paper presents a process for recycling waste hazardous mineral wool as secondary raw material for producing eco-friendly ceramic tiles and highlights the advantages of this environmentally beneficial approach. The introduction of inertized waste material not only meets standard requirements for porcelain stoneware tiles, but also reduces firing temperature and energy costs.
WASTE AND BIOMASS VALORIZATION
(2023)
Review
Materials Science, Composites
Moustafa Mahmoud Yousry Zaghloul, Karen Steel, Martin Veidt, Michael T. Heitzmann
Summary: This review article examines the influence of reinforcing fibres on the wear behavior of polymeric matrix composites, discussing the effects of fibre volume fraction, applied load, fibre length, coefficient of friction, and chemical treatment of fibres on wear performance. Future trends in using fibre-reinforced composites in wear-critical applications are identified, with an emphasis on addressing research gaps in designing composites for wear applications.
JOURNAL OF REINFORCED PLASTICS AND COMPOSITES
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Lingyao Li, Yu Wang, Qingbin Cui
Summary: Man-made disasters require comprehensive investigations to determine their causes. Social media platforms provide a rich source of information, but the credibility and vast amount of data pose challenges in extracting useful evidence. This study examines the Notre Dame fire as a case study, analyzing tweets to understand the credibility of different user groups and their opinions on the causes of the fire.
JOURNAL OF MANAGEMENT IN ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Simimol Ansera, Ajith Sudhakaran, Anita Ravindranath
Summary: The high lignin cellulose ratio in coir fibres makes them more prone to fire. To enhance fire retardancy, the fibres are treated by soaking in a hot dilute solution of aluminium trihydrate. The treated fibres show improved flame retardant properties, reduced water absorption, and no remarkable change in physical and mechanical characteristics. The burning time is significantly reduced, smoke production is eliminated, and the flame propagation rate is reduced compared to the raw fibre. Aluminium trihydrate is a low toxic and sparingly soluble substance, making it a better halogen-free fire retardant addition for coir fibre manufacturing in the coir industry.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MATERIALS & PRODUCT TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Dominique Belpomme, Philippe Irigaray
Summary: The controversy surrounding electrohypersensitivity (EHS) is due to the lack of recognized criteria for diagnosis. However, there is enough data to consider EHS as a well-defined neurologic disorder. EHS and multiple chemical sensitivity (MCS) share a common pathophysiological mechanism, making them a unique neurologic syndrome. EHS is caused by exposure to electromagnetic fields (EMFs), which induce objective pathophysiological changes and health effects.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Andre L. Thompson, Ickchan Kim, Anthony Hamins, Matthew Bundy, Mauro Zammarano
Summary: Through full-scale flaming tests on upholstered furniture, it was found that fire barriers can significantly reduce the peak heat release rate and delay ignition time. However, the failure of the fire barrier was triggered when liquid products percolated through the barrier during burning process.
FIRE AND MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Poonyawat Kusonwattana, Ardvin Kester S. Ong, Yogi Tri Prasetyo, Klint Allen Marinas, Nattakit Yuduang, Thanatorn Chuenyindee, Kriengkrai Thana, Satria Fadil Persada, Reny Nadlifatin, Kirstien Paola E. Robas
Summary: This study aimed to predict the factors affecting the intention to prepare for man-made fire disasters in Chonburi Province, Thailand. The results showed that factors such as geographic perspective, subjective norm, and fire experience were the most important factors influencing the intention to prepare. The findings of this study have important implications for the government to create mitigation plans and improve the safety of citizens in the region.
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Aniko Kovacs-Hostyanszki, Imre Sandor Piross, Mohamed A. Shebl
Summary: This study explores the impact of non-native plant species on the flower visitation behavior of wild bees and honey bees. The results show that honey bees prefer North American plants and non-native plants can integrate well in diverse botanical gardens, forming complex plant-pollinator networks. There are rich connections among plant species with different origins, nationwide distribution, flower color, and type.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jacek Jachula, Bozena Denisow, Malgorzata Wrzesien, Elzbieta Ziolkowska
Summary: This paper quantifies the pollen production in different species, habitats and landscapes in the Lublin Upland, SE Poland. The results show that non-forest woody vegetation, field margins and fallows have the highest pollen production, while road verges and railway embankments have lower pollen amounts. Natural and semi-natural areas contribute to about 44% of the total pollen resources throughout the year. Man-made, non-cropped habitats provide a significant amount of pollen resources from July to October.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Ecology
Arthur Lamounier Moura, Daniel Negreiros, Geraldo Wilson Fernandes
Summary: This study investigated the influence of fire on plant communities in a mountainous grassland in Brazil. The results showed that increased fire frequency led to reduced flammability of plants and a shift towards more resource acquisition strategy.
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Shweta Chauhan, M. S. Parmar, Nidhi Sisodia
Summary: Nine 1/1 plain weave fabric samples were developed using different combinations of low-twist ring spun yarns and rovings, and compared with needle-punched non-woven fabric samples. The results showed that these fabric samples exhibited good mechanical and thermal properties, providing some protection against burns.
FIBRES & TEXTILES IN EASTERN EUROPE
(2023)
Review
Medicine, Legal
Natalie Suder Egnot, Hannah Allen, Rebecca Hazan, Mark F. Vater, Hristina Denic-Roberts, Renee LeClaire, Gary M. Marsh
Summary: This study systematically reviewed and synthesized epidemiological evidence on the association between occupational MMVF exposure and NMRD. Out of the 23 studies included, the findings suggest that MMVF exposure is not associated with an increased risk of NMRD mortality. However, there was no consistent evidence of an association between MMVF exposure and any NMRD morbidity outcome, and the quality of the evidence was limited.
REGULATORY TOXICOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Azat D. Rakhimkulov, S. M. Lomakin, I. L. Dubnikova, A. N. Shchegolikhin, E. Ya Davidov, R. Kozlowski
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE
(2010)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
G. E. Zaikov, A. D. Rakhimkulov, S. M. Lomakin, I. L. Dubnikova, A. N. Shchegolikhin, E. Ya. Davidov, R. Kozlowski
MOLECULAR CRYSTALS AND LIQUID CRYSTALS
(2010)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
L. Nadareishvili, Z. Wardosanidze, N. Lekishvili, N. Topuridze, G. Zaikov, R. Kozlowski
MOLECULAR CRYSTALS AND LIQUID CRYSTALS
(2012)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Wanda Konczewicz, Natalia Kryszak, Ewa Nowaczkiewicz, Ryszard Kozlowski, Jan Wojtysiak, Wladyslaw Podsiedlik
MOLECULAR CRYSTALS AND LIQUID CRYSTALS
(2013)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ryszard M. Kozlowski, Agnieszka Kregielczak, Dana G. Radu, Andreea I. Pag, Cecilia Sirghie
MOLECULAR CRYSTALS AND LIQUID CRYSTALS
(2014)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Marcin Sobczak, Cezary Debek, Ewa Oledzka, Ryszard Kozlowski
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Marcin Sobczak, Wojciech Kamysz, Wiktor Tyszkiewicz, Cezary Debek, Ryszard Kozlowski, Ewa Oledzka, Urszula Piotrowska, Grzegorz Nalecz-Jawecki, Andrzej Plichta, Dania Grzywacz, Elwira Furtak
REACTIVE & FUNCTIONAL POLYMERS
(2014)
Biographical-Item
Materials Science, Textiles
G. E. Zaikov, R. M. Kozlowski
JOURNAL OF NATURAL FIBERS
(2011)
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Ryszard Kozlowski, Zdzislaw Czaplicki, Stanislaw Zareba, Jerzy Mankowski
JOURNAL OF NATURAL FIBERS
(2012)
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Ryszard Kozlowski, Zdzislaw Czaplicki, Stanislaw Zareba, Jerzy Mankowski
JOURNAL OF NATURAL FIBERS
(2013)
Proceedings Paper
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Ryszard M. Kozlowski, Malgorzata Muzyczek, Maria Mackiewicz-Talarczyk
MULTI-FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS AND STRUCTURES IV
(2013)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
M. Dochia, C. Sirghie, R. M. Kozlowski, Z. Roskwitalski
HANDBOOK OF NATURAL FIBRES, VOL 1: TYPES, PROPERTIES AND FACTORS AFFECTING BREEDING AND CULTIVATION
(2012)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
G. E. Zaikov, S. M. Lomakin, E. V. Kuvardina, L. A. Novokshonova, N. G. Shilkina, R. Kozlowski
OXIDATION COMMUNICATIONS
(2012)
Article
Agronomy
Etienne Pilorge, Ryszard Kozlowski, Davide Viaggi, Przemyslaw Baraniecki
OCL-OILSEEDS AND FATS CROPS AND LIPIDS
(2008)
Article
Polymer Science
Tetsu Sato, Mariko Takahashi, Takeshi Saito, Masahito Toyonaga, Itsuo Tanuma, Rie Yamada, Satoru Hosoda
Summary: An automatic evaluation system for photooxidation has been developed and successfully applied to assess the photo-OIT of LDPE samples containing photooxidation stabilizers. The system allows independent setting of various measurement conditions and provides detailed information on the photooxidation process.
POLYMER DEGRADATION AND STABILITY
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Zongzheng Zuo, Shuxue Zhou
Summary: In this study, three fluoroalkyl trimethoxysilane (FATMS) additives with different chain lengths were incorporated into a two-component polyurethane clearcoat to improve its hydrophobic durability. The coatings modified with FATMS maintained their surface hydrophobicity under various conditions, but quickly lost it when exposed to both UV irradiation and/or high temperature with water. The results suggest that the FATMS route is more suitable for indoor applications at room temperature.
POLYMER DEGRADATION AND STABILITY
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Song Li, Feng Zhao, Xueya Wang, Zhihua Liu, Jingze Guo, Yutong Li, Shuangmei Tan, Zhenxiang Xin, Shuai Zhao, Lin Li
Summary: Green flame retardants have garnered attention for their environmental friendliness, but current options fall short in achieving high flame retardancy for flammable polymers and maintaining environmental protection. This study takes a two-pronged approach to address flame retardants and the flame-retardant process. An eco-friendly bio-based synergistic flame retardant (PAU), synthesized using phytic acid (PA) and urea (U), is used to create a flame retardant coating that can be directly applied to any surface shape using polydopamine as an adhesive. The resulting EPS-PAU exhibits excellent flame retardancy, smoke suppression, and light weight while only slightly increasing the density.
POLYMER DEGRADATION AND STABILITY
(2024)
