Publications by authors named "M D Kucher"

Structural supercapacitors (SSCs) are multifunctional energy storage composites (MESCs) that combine the mechanical properties of fiber-reinforced polymers and the electrochemical performance of supercapacitors to reduce the overall mass in lightweight applications with electrical energy consumption. These novel MESCs have huge potentials, and their properties have improved dramatically since their introduction in the early 2000's. However, the current properties of SSCs are not sufficient for complete energy supply of electrically driven devices.

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  • This analysis reviewed trends in 5185 hematopoietic cell transplantations (HCT) between 1990 and 2022, including 3237 allogeneic (alloHCT) and 1948 autologous (autoHCT) transplants.
  • There was a significant improvement in event-free survival (EFS) for both autoHCT and alloHCT over time, attributed to a decrease in relapse rates and non-relapse mortality, respectively.
  • Specific survival improvements were noted for various conditions, with autoHCT showing better outcomes in Hodgkin's disease and multiple myeloma, while alloHCT advancements were observed mainly in leukemia and lymphomas.
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Models of artificial root canals are used in several fields of endodontic investigations and pre-clinical endodontic training. They allow the physical testing of dental treatments, the operating of instruments used and the interaction between these instruments and the tissues. Currently, a large number of different artificial root canal models exist whose geometry is created either on the basis of selected natural root canal systems or to represent individual geometrical properties.

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Solid-state supercapacitors (SSCs) consist of porous carbon electrodes and gel-polymer electrolytes and are used in novel energy storage applications. The current study aims to simulate the impedance of SSCs using a clearly defined equivalent circuit (EC) model with the ultimate goal of improving their performance. To this end, a conventional mathematical and a physicochemical model were adapted.

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Due to current developments in jet engine design, the acoustic performance of conventional acoustic liners needs to be improved with respect to lower frequency spectrums and broadband absorption. In this context, the present study aimed to determine the viscoelastic material properties of a thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) film for targeted application in novel acoustic liners with integrated film material for enhanced noise reduction. Therefore, a dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA) was performed to determine these viscoelastic material properties.

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