• Variable velocity system for evaluating effects of air velocity on Japanese quail 

  Vilela, M.O.; Gates, R.S.; Zolnier, S.; Barbari, M.; Teles Junior, C.G.S.; Andrade, R.R.; Rocha, K.S.O.; Tinôco, I.F.F.; Souza, C.F.; Conti, L.; Rossi, G. (2020)

  This study documents the design and performance of a system to apply different magnitudes of air velocity to Japanese quail, to evaluate the combined effects of velocity, temperature and humidity on bird behaviour, ...

• Investigation of dual varying area flapping actuator of a robotic fish with energy recovery 

  Tipans, I.; Viba, J.; Irbe, M.; Vutukuru, S.K. (2020)

  Autonomous under-water vehicles (AUV) performing a commanded task require to utilize on-board energy sources. At the time when on-board power source runs low during operation, the vehicle (AUV) is forced to abort the ...

• Effect of concentrate feeding technology on nutrient digestibility in Latvian Dark-Head lambs 

  Šenfelde, L.; Kairiša, D.; Bārzdiņa, D. (2020)

  Research has been conducted to evaluate the effect of concentrate feeding technology on nutrient digestibility in Latvian Dark-Head lambs. Twenty-four purebred Latvian Dark-Head lambs (rams) were divided into three study ...

• New approach for recycling spare parts, components and assemblies 

  Mitrofanovs, V.; Boiko, I.; Geriņš, Ē. (2020)

  Recycling and disposal are one of the most complicated topics in the lifecycle of a mechanism, especially in case of previous generations of machines that were designed without taking any care of post exploitation period. ...

• Characterization of materials used in the manufacture of ceramic tile with incorporation of ornamental rock waste 

  Luiz, N.F.; Cecchin, D.; Azevedo, A.R.G.; Alexandre, J.; Marvila, M.T.; Silva, F.C.; Paes, A.L.C.; Pinheiro, V.D.; Carmo, D.F.; Ferraz, P.F.P.; Hüther, C.M.; Cruz, V.M.F.; Barbari, M. (2020)

  The production of ceramic tiles, such as tiles, has a great environmental impact, either in the extraction of natural raw materials or gas emissions in the burning stages. The use of industrial solid waste in ceramic ...

• Physico-mechanical properties of modified antifriction coatings based on babbitt B83 

  Ipatov, A.G.; Spiridonov, A.B.; Shakirov, R.R.; Kostin, A.V.; Shmykov, S.N.; Kukhar, V.S. (2020)

  The introduction presents the primary reasons for the decrease in the working efficiency of plain bearing assemblies and suggests key areas for the formation of a stable working capacity of these assemblies. In addition, ...

• Chemical analyses of lignocellulosic materials residue for cement panels reinforcement 

  Ferraz, P.F.P.; Mendes, R.F.; Ferraz, G.A.S.; Rossi, G.; Conti, L.; Barbari, M. (2020)

  The use of lignocellulosic material residue in cement composites is on the rise as sustainable building materials in most developing countries. Besides, this alternative is seen as a good option for new cement panels ...

• Theoretical study on motion of potato tuber on surface of separator 

  Bulgakov, V.; Nikolaenko, S.; Ruzhylo, Z.; Fedosiy, I.; Nowak, J.; Olt, Jüri (2020)

  The aim of the study was to determine the optimal design and kinematic parameters of the separator that cleans potatoes from impurities and has a design of the spiral type. The authors have devised a highly efficient ...

• Study of transhydrogenase systems features in the mutants of the yeast pachysolen tannophilus for the production of ethanol and xylitol from agricultural wastes 

  Bolotnikova, O.; Bazarnova, J.; Aronova, E.; Bolotnikova, T. (2020)

  The key catabolic enzymes of D-xylose, an important structural component of different agricultural wastes, were studied in cells of mutant strains of the xylose-assimilating yeast Pachysolen tannophilus. The evaluation ...

• Sustainability indicators in cooperative management of recyclable materials 

  Aramian, C.B.; Barcelos, F.; Silva, F.C.; Cecchin, D.; Azevedo, A.R.G.; Carmo, D.F. (2020)

  Following the promulgation of the National Solid Waste Policy in 2010, legal provisions, government programs and sectoral agreements have been implemented, but without the expected efficiency in relation to recycling. ...

• Development of hemp hurd particleboards from formaldehyde-free resins 

  Alao, P.; Tobias, M.; Kallakas, H.; Poltimäe, T.; Kers, J.; Goljandin, D. (2020)

  Low density of hemp hurd (Cannabis Sativa L), better end of life impact, performance comparable to wood chips and low energy requirement for cultivation make it a suitable alternative raw material for particleboards (Pb). ...

• Thermal analysis of cement panels with lignocellulosic materials for building 

  Ferraz, P.F.P.; Mendes, R.F.; Ferraz, G.A.S.; Carvalho, V.R.; Avelino, M.R.C.; Narciso, C.R.P.; Eugênio, T.M.C.; Cadavid, V.G.; Bambi, G. (2020)

  The use of lignocellulosic material residue in cement composites can be considered as a good option because they allow good thermal behaviour. This paper aimed to compare three kinds of cement panels reinforced with ...

• Airflow profile study of a compost dairy barn using a low-cost 3D-printed anemometer network 

  Vega, F.A.O.; Rios, A.P.M.; Damasceno, F.A.; Saraz, J.A.O.; Nascimento, J.A.C. (2020)

  Mechanical ventilation is commonly used for environmental thermal regulation inside closed-field agricultural production systems. Analyzing the air distribution inside these facilities and the correct operation of the ...

• Separation of reducing sugars from lignocellulosic hydrolysate: Membrane experiments & system dynamic modelling 

  Weerasuriya Arachchige, A.R.P.P.; Mezule, L.; Juhna, T. (2020)

  Separation of fermentable sugars after hydrolysis of lignocellulosic biomass plays a vital role in second-generation biofuel production. Byproducts and solid fractions generated during pretreatment and hydrolysis can ...

• Comparison between the thermal properties of cement composites using infrared thermal images 

  Ferraz, P.F.P.; Mendes, R.F.; Ferraz, G.A.S.; Damasceno, F.A.; Silva, I.M.A.; Vaz, L.E.V.S.B.; Mendes, L.M.; Cecchin, D.; Castro, J.O. (2020)

  The use of agribusiness residual lignocellulosic fibres can be a good alternative in the development of lignocellulosic composites. The current work aimed to investigate the thermal performance of cement-based composites ...

• Comparison of airflow homogeneity in Compost Dairy Barns with different ventilation systems using the CFD model 

  Fagundes, B.; Damasceno, F.A.; Andrade, R.R.; Saraz, J.A.O.; Barbari, M.; Vega, F.A.O.; Nascimento, J.A.C. (2020)

  In the pursuit of high milk productivity, producers are using confinement systems in order to improve performance and animal welfare. Among the housing systems, the Compost bedded-pack barns (CBP) stand out. In these ...

• Lighting and noise levels in compost dairy barns with natural and forced ventilation 

  Andrade, R.R.; Tinôco, I.F.F.; Damasceno, F.A.; Barbari, M.; Valente, D.A.; Vilela, M.O.; Souza, C.F.; Conti, L.; Rossi, G. (2020)

  The housing system, called compost barn, is attracting the interest of several farmers. It allows dairy cows to remain in free movement inside a shed without any containment partitions like those used in freestall barns. ...

• Utilization of fused deposition method 3D printing for evaluation of discrete element method simulations 

  Hnízdil, P.; Chotěborský, R.; Kuře, J. (2020)

  FDM 3D printing is used for designing prototype assessment in engineering production. It is usually used to verify the functionality of kinematics mechanisms. It can also be used for innovation in agricultural production, ...

• Design and data comparison of the photovoltaic power plants in the southern and northern hemispheres 

  Daneček, M.; Havrlík, M.; Beránek, V.; Šafránková, J.; Libra, M.; Poulek, V.; Sedláček, J.; Belza, R. (2020)

  We have recently developed a unique monitoring system for photovoltaic power plants and have gradually improved it in recent years. The system is installed at about 80 power plants in several European countries and at ...

• Towards a business and production engineering concept for individual beer brewing applying digitalization methodologies 

  Schlechter, T.; Froschauer, R.; Bronowicka-Schlechter, A. (2020)

  Individualization is a common trend in many fields of production across the industries. Also in the food sector, significant changes can be observed. For many products, individual offerings towards the customer are ...

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