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Chapter and Conference Paper
Factorization Conditions for Nonlinear Second-Order Differential Equations
For the case of nonlinear second-order differential equations with a constant coefficient of the first derivative term and polynomial nonlinearities, the factorization conditions of Rosu & Cornejo-Pérez are ap...
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A Deconvolution Method for the Map** of Residual Stresses by X-Ray Diffraction
Inherent averaging effects in X-ray diffraction measurement of residual stresses, related to the finite size of the irradiated area, lead to inaccurate measurements in the presence of high surface stress gradi...
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Open AccessExtreme rainstorms drive exceptional organic carbon export from forested humid-tropical rivers in Puerto Rico
Extreme rainfall events in the humid-tropical Luquillo Mountains, Puerto Rico export the bulk of suspended sediment and particulate organic carbon. Using 25 years of river carbon and suspended sediment data, w...
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In-situ porosity formation of self-foaming Al-Fe-Cu alloys
Al-Fe-Cu base metallic foams were produced without the need of blowing agents or space holders (“In-Situ” route). The porosity formation mechanism and the effect of the icosahedral phase in the Al80Cu17Fe3 and Al
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Clinical and molecular characterization of Chilean patients with X-linked hypophosphatemia
We report the most comprehensive clinical and molecular characterization of XLH patients performed in Chile. We show high prevalence of musculoskeletal burden and pain, associated with significantly impaired p...
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Open AccessResponse of a hydrothermal system to escalating phreatic unrest: the case of Turrialba and Irazú in Costa Rica (2007–2012)
This study presents the first hydrogeochemical model of the hydrothermal systems of Turrialba and Irazú volcanoes in central Costa Rica, manifested as thermal springs, summit crater lakes, and fumarolic degass...
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Rathke’s cleft cyst infections and pituitary abscesses: case series and review of the literature
Pituitary abscesses (PAs) are a rare clinical entity which may arise from normal pituitary tissue or underlying lesions within the gland. Rathke’s cleft cysts (RCCs) are not commonly associated with the develo...
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Effect of the Repetitive Corrugation and Straightening on the Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of a 3003 Aluminum Alloy
A novel repetitive corrugation and straightening (RCS) die geometry was evaluated in terms of its mechanical properties and microstructural modifications. An annealed 3003 aluminum alloy sheet was processed up...
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Microstructural and Mechanical Analysis of an 1100 Aluminum Alloy Processed by Repetitive Corrugation and Straightening
Repetitive corrugation and straightening (RCS) is a method of severe plastic deformation that improves the mechanical properties in sheets of pure metals and alloys. In the present study, an A1100 alloy was pr...
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Open AccessProspects for observing and localizing gravitational-wave transients with Advanced LIGO, Advanced Virgo and KAGRA
We present our current best estimate of the plausible observing scenarios for the Advanced LIGO, Advanced Virgo and KAGRA gravitational-wave detectors over the next several years, with the intention of providi...
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Effect of the initial ECAP passes on crystal texture and residual stresses of 5083 aluminum alloy
To produce a highly refined microstructure, several metals or alloys have been processed via equal-channel angular pressing (ECAP). In this work, the mechanical and microstructural changes of the 5083 aluminum...
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On the exploitation of differential aerodynamic lift and drag as a means to control satellite formation flight
For a satellite formation to maintain its intended design despite present perturbations (formation kee**), to change the formation design (reconfiguration) or to perform a rendezvous maneuver, control forces...
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Author Correction: Forearc carbon sink reduces long-term volatile recycling into the mantle
An Amendment to this paper has been published and can be accessed via a link at the top of the paper.
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Effect of machining processes on the residual stress distribution heterogeneities and their consequences on the stress corrosion cracking resistance of AISI 316L SS in chloride medium
The effects of machining such as grinding and turning on the microstructural and mechanical changes of the machined surfaces of AISI 316L stainless steel (SS) have been studied. Surface aspects and surface def...
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Author Correction: Forearc carbon sink reduces long-term volatile recycling into the mantle
Change history: In this Article, the original affiliation 2 was not applicable and has been removed. In addition, in the Acknowledgements there was a statement missing and an error in a name. These errors have b...
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Forearc carbon sink reduces long-term volatile recycling into the mantle
Carbon and other volatiles in the form of gases, fluids or mineral phases are transported from Earth’s surface into the mantle at convergent margins, where the oceanic crust subducts beneath the continental cr...
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Touching the Sky: Coccinellids (Coleoptera: Coccinellidae) at High Altitudes in South America
Records of extreme altitudes where several coccinellid species from South America inhabit the Andes of Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru are provided. After an intensive review of several ...
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Biological Data on Anovia punica Gordon (Coleoptera: Coccinellidae), a Predator of Crypticerya multicicatrices Kondo & Unruh (Hemiptera: Monophlebidae)
The coccinellid beetle Anovia punica Gordon (Coleoptera: Coccinellidae: Noviini) is an important predator of the Colombian fluted scale, Crypticerya multicicatrices Kondo & Unruh (Hemiptera: Monophlebidae). In or...
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Open AccessProspects for observing and localizing gravitational-wave transients with Advanced LIGO, Advanced Virgo and KAGRA
We present possible observing scenarios for the Advanced LIGO, Advanced Virgo and KAGRA gravitational-wave detectors over the next decade, with the intention of providing information to the astronomy community...
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Tumor-induced osteomalacia: experience from a South American academic center
The majority of tumor-induced osteomalacia cases have been reported in the Northern Hemisphere and Asia. In this first series of South American patients, we show that the clinical presentation and sensitivity ...
