Cork Powder Residues Processing by Binder Jetting.

Cork-based formulations adapted to binder jetting processes were herein developed and investigated. Two cork powder sets with different particle size distributions were studied to evaluate cork particles' ability to pack. Cork powders exhibiting a coarse distribution revealed a higher packing ability.

Echocardiographic prevalence of rheumatic heart disease in Brazilian schoolchildren: Data from the PROVAR study.

Background: Accurate estimates of Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD) burden are needed to justify improved integration of RHD prevention and screening into the public health systems, but data from Latin America are still sparse.

Objective: To determine the prevalence of RHD among socioeconomically disadvantaged youth (5-18years) in Brazil and examine risk factors for the disease.

Methods: The PROVAR program utilizes non-expert screeners, telemedicine, and handheld and standard portable echocardiography to conduct echocardiographic screening in socioeconomically disadvantaged schools in Minas Gerais, Brazil.

The start up as a phase of architectural design process.

Alterations made in the architectural design can be considered as a continuous process, from its conception to the moment a built environment is already in use. This article focuses on the "moving phase", which is the initial moment of the environment occupation and the start-up of services. It aims to show that the continuity of ergonomics interventions during the "moving phase" or start up may reveal the built environment inadequacies; clearly showing needs not met by the design and allowing making instant decisions to solve non-foreseen problems.