Intelligent Inspection Method and System of Plastic Gear Surface Defects Based on Adaptive Sample Weighting Deep Learning Model.

After injection molding, plastic gears often exhibit surface defects, including those on end faces and tooth surfaces. These defects encompass a wide range of types and possess complex characteristics, which pose challenges for inspection. Current visual inspection systems for plastic gears suffer from limitations such as single-category defect inspection and low accuracy.

Loquat () Is a New Natural Host of Tomato Mosaic Virus and Citrus Exocortis Viroid.

Loquat leaves exhibiting obvious yellowing, blistering, mosaic, leaf upward cupping, crinkle, and leaf narrowing were identified in Panzhihua City, Sichuan Province, China. High-throughput sequencing (HTS) with the ribo-depleted cDNA library was employed to identify the virome in the loquat samples; only tomato mosaic virus (ToMV) and citrus exocortis viroid (CEVd) were identified in the transcriptome data. The complete genome sequence of ToMV and CEVd were obtained from the loquat leaves.

N-Terminal Sequences of Signal Peptides Assuming Critical Roles in Expression of Heterologous Proteins in .

The N-terminal sequences of proteins and their corresponding encoding sequences may play crucial roles in the heterologous expression. In this study, the secretory expression of alkaline pectin lyase APL in was investigated to explore the effects of the N-terminal 5-7 amino acid sequences of different signal peptides on the protein expression and secretion. It was identified for the first time that the first five amino acid sequences of the N-terminal of the signal peptide (SPLipA) from lipase A play an important role in promoting the expression of APL.

Importance of Bilateral Hip Assessments in Unilateral Lower-Limb Amputees: A Retrospective Review Involving Older Veterans.

This study aimed to evaluate bone mineral density (BMD) discordance and its implications in veterans with unilateral lower-limb amputation, emphasizing the need for comprehensive hip assessments. Data were collected from 84 male veterans, and BMD was measured using dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) at the lumbar spine, intact hip, and amputated hip. The T-scores for the lumbar spine, intact hip, and amputated hip were -0.

An Ultra-Wideband Frequency Selective Rasorber with Low Infrared Emissivity.

The paper proposes an ultra-wideband frequency selective rasorber (FSR) with low infrared emissivity for the composite detection threat of both radars and infrared sensors. Firstly, the equivalent circuit (EC) method based on transmission line (TL) theory is utilized to analyze the absorption/transmission conditions. Then, based on the analysis above, sinusoidal microstrip lines with non-frequency-varying characteristics are adopted in the design, which significantly enhances the transmission bandwidth of FSR.

Conformity of Three Pre-Contoured Clavicular Plates Compared Using Personalized 3D-Printed Models of Clavicles from Patients.

The human clavicle's unique S-shaped, three-dimensional structure complicates fracture management. This study evaluated the anatomical conformity of pre-contoured anatomical plates using 3D-printed clavicle models. CT scans from 30 patients (15 males and 15 females) were used to create these models.

Application of 3-dimensional visualization and image fusion technology in liver cancer with portal vein tumor thrombus surgery.

Liver cancer with portal vein tumor thrombus (PVTT) is a frequent finding and is related to poor prognosis. Surgical resection provides a more promising prognosis in selected patients. The purpose of this study was to explore the application of 3D (3-dimensional) visualization and image fusion technology in liver cancer with PVTT surgery.

Incorporating ReS Nanosheet into ZnInS Nanoflower as Synergistic Z-Scheme Photocatalyst for Highly Effective and Stable Visible-Light-Driven Photocatalytic Hydrogen Evolution and Degradation.

Inspired by natural photosynthesis, the visible-light-driven Z-scheme system is very effective and promising for boosting photocatalytic hydrogen production and pollutant degradation. Here, a synergistic Z-scheme photocatalyst is constructed by coupling ReS nanosheet and ZnInS nanoflower and the experimental evidence for this direct Z-scheme heterostructure is provided by X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, ultraviolet photoelectron spectroscopy, and electron paramagnetic resonance. Consequently, such a unique nanostructure makes this Z-scheme heterostructure exhibit 23.

Study on the Distribution Characteristics and Risk Assessment of Antibiotics and Resistance Genes in Water Sources of Wuhan.

In contemporary society, the improper use of antibiotics leads to their persistent presence in the ecological environment. Due to the diverse physical and chemical properties of antibiotics, their spatial and temporal distribution in the environment varies. Moreover, antibiotics can stimulate the emergence of antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs), which complicates the monitoring and regulation of antibiotics and poses a significant threat to both aquatic and terrestrial environments.

Evidence of Potential Anammox Activities from Rice Paddy Soils in Microaerobic and Anaerobic Conditions.

Anammox, a reaction in which microorganisms oxidize ammonia under anaerobic conditions, is used in the industry to remove ammonium from wastewater in an environmentally friendly manner. This process does not produce intermediate products such as nitrite or nitrate, which can act as secondary pollutants in soil and water environments. For industrial applications, anammox bacteria should be obtained from the environment and cultivated.

Improving the management of type 2 diabetes in China using a multifaceted digital health intervention in primary health care: the SMARTDiabetes cluster randomised controlled trial.

Background: There is limited evidence, mainly from high-income countries, that digital health interventions improve type 2 diabetes (T2DM) care. Large-scale implementation studies are lacking.

Methods: A multifaceted digital health intervention comprising: (1) a self-management application ('app') for patients and lay 'family health promotors' (FHPs); and (2) clinical decision support for primary care doctors was evaluated in an open-label, parallel, cluster randomized controlled trial in 80 communities (serviced by a primary care facility for >1000 residents) in Hebei Province, China.

Novel biomarkers for prediction of atonic postpartum hemorrhage among 'low-risk' women in labor.

Background: Postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) is the primary cause of maternal mortality globally, with uterine atony being the predominant contributing factor. However, accurate prediction of PPH in the general population remains challenging due to a lack of reliable biomarkers.

Methods: Using retrospective cohort data, we quantified 48 cytokines in plasma samples from 40 women diagnosed with PPH caused by uterine atony.

Isoliquiritigenin alleviates experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis by modulating inflammatory and neuroprotective reactive astrocytes.

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune-mediated chronic inflammatory demyelinating disease of the central nervous system (CNS) that poses significant treatment challenges. Currently, it is believed that inflammatory and neuroprotective reactive astrocytes, along with other resident CNS cells and immune cells, contribute to the pathophysiology of MS. In our study, we found that isoliquiritigenin (ILG), a bioactive chalcone compound, significantly reduces the clinical scores of experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis (EAE) by 44 % (P < 0.

Biodegradable Plant Oil-Based Bioadhesive with Ultrastrong Wet-Tissue Adhesion for Instant Sealing Hemostasis.

The key to saving lives is to achieve instant and effective sealing hemostasis in the event of emergency bleeding. Herein, a plant oil-based EMTA/Zn bioadhesive is prepared by a facile reaction of epoxidized soybean oil (ESO) with methacrylic acid (MAA) and tannic acid (TA), followed by the addition of zinc ions for coordination with TA. The EMTA/Zn bioadhesive can be rapidly cured at the wound site through photo-cross-linking under ultraviolet (UV) light-emitting diode (LED) irradiation within 30 s, achieving ultrastrong wet-tissue adhesion performance of 92.

Effects of leaf extract on xanthine oxidase and chronic kidney disease induced by adenine in rats.

The aim of this study was to explore the uric acid-lowering effect and renal protective effect of leaf extract (EULE). The results of xanthine oxidase inhibition assay showed EULE exhibited a high inhibition rate similar to that of allopurinol, with an IC value of 1.53 mg/mL.

Efficient deep-blue electroluminescence from Ce-based metal halide.

Rare earth ions with d-f transitions (Ce, Eu) have emerged as promising candidates for electroluminescence applications due to their abundant emission spectra, high light conversion efficiency, and excellent stability. However, directly injecting charge into 4f orbitals remains a significant challenge, resulting in unsatisfied external quantum efficiency and high operating voltage in rare earth light-emitting diodes. Herein, we propose a scheme to solve the difficulty by utilizing the energy transfer process.

3-Year Outcomes From the Evolut Low Risk TAVR Bicuspid Study.

Background: Outcomes from transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) in low-surgical risk patients with bicuspid aortic stenosis beyond 2 years are limited.

Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate 3-year clinical and echocardiographic outcomes from the Evolut Low Risk Bicuspid Study.

Methods: The Evolut Low Risk Bicuspid Study is a prospective, multicenter, single-arm study conducted in 25 U.

Structural analysis and bioavailability study of low-molecular-weight chondroitin sulfate‑iron complexes prepared by photocatalysis-Fenton reaction.

Increasing studies focus on depolymerization of chondroitin sulfate (CS) to enhance its biological activities. In the present study, low-molecular-weight chondroitin sulfate (LMWCS)‑iron complexes were obtained by photocatalysis-Fenton reaction. After degradation with the optimal condition of 0.

Integration analysis of miRNA-mRNA uncovers the molecular immune mechanism of macrophage response to Aeromonas veronii infection.

Macrophages are innate immunity cells which play pivotal roles in infectious immunity. Aeromonas veronii is a zoonotic agent capable of causing sepsis and poses a serious threat to public health. However, few studies have focused on miRNA-mRNA integration analysis to address the immune mechanisms of macrophage response to A.