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Experiences with the use of axisymmetric elements in cosmic NASTRAN for static analysis
Discussed here are some recent finite element modeling experiences using the axisymmetric elements CONEAX, TRAPAX, and TRIAAX, from the COSMIC NASTRAN element library. These experiences were gained in the practical application of these elements to the static analysis of helicopter rotor force measuring systems for two design projects for the NASA Ames Research Center. These design projects were the Rotor Test Apparatus and the Large Rotor Test Apparatus, which are dedicated to basic helicopter research. Here, a genetic axisymmetric model is generated for illustrative purposes. Modeling considerations are discussed, and the advantages and disadvantages of using axisymmetric elements are presented. Asymmetric mechanical and thermal loads are applied to the structure, and single and multi-point constraints are addressed. An example that couples the axisymmetric model to a non-axisymmtric model is demonstrated, complete with DMAP alters. Recommendations for improving the elements and making them easier to use are offered
Electron Capture Dissociation Mass Spectrometry of Metallo-Supramolecular Complexes
The electron capture dissociation (ECD) of metallo-supramolecular dinuclear triple-stranded helicate Fe2L3
4 ions was determined by Fourier transform ion cyclotron resonance mass spectrometry. Initial electron capture by the di-iron(II) triple helicate ions produces dinuclear double-stranded complexes analogous to those seen in solution with the monocationic metal centers CuI or AgI. The gas-phase fragmentation behavior [ECD, collision-induced dissociation (CID), and infrared multiphoton dissociation (IRMPD)] of the di-iron double-stranded complexes, (i.e., MS3 of the ECD product) was compared with the ECD, CID, and IRMPD of the CuI and AgI complexes generated from solution. The results suggest that iron-bound dimers may be of the formFeI 2L2 2 and that ECD by metallo-complexes allows access, in the gas phase,to oxidation states and coordination chemistry that cannot be accessed in solution
2-aminophenols containing electron-withdrawing groups from N-aryl hydroxylamines
Reaction of substituted N-aryl hydroxylamines with methanesulfonyl chloride, p-toluenesulfonyl chloride, or trifluoromethanesulfonic anhydride under basic conditions leads to the rearranged 2-aminophenols (45-94%). The overall reaction sequence can be performed using polymer-supported sulfonyl chloride resin allowing for the effective conversion of N-aryl hydroxylamines to the 2-aminophenols without the need for chromatography
A Dichotomy in Satellite Quenching Around L* Galaxies
We examine the star formation properties of bright (~0.1 L*) satellites
around isolated ~L* hosts in the local Universe using spectroscopically
confirmed systems in the Sloan Digital Sky Survey DR7. Our selection method is
carefully designed with the aid of N-body simulations to avoid groups and
clusters. We find that satellites are significantly more likely to be quenched
than a stellar mass-matched sample of isolated galaxies. Remarkably, this
quenching occurs only for satellites of hosts that are themselves quenched:
while star formation is unaffected in the satellites of star-forming hosts,
satellites around quiescent hosts are more than twice as likely to be quenched
than stellar-mass matched field samples. One implication of this is that
whatever shuts down star formation in isolated, passive L* galaxies also plays
at least an indirect role in quenching star formation in their bright
satellites. The previously-reported tendency for "galactic conformity" in
color/morphology may be a by-product of this host-specific quenching dichotomy.
The S\'ersic indices of quenched satellites are statistically identical to
those of field galaxies with the same specific star formation rates, suggesting
that environmental and secular quenching give rise to the same morphological
structure. By studying the distribution of pairwise velocities between the
hosts and satellites, we find dynamical evidence that passive host galaxies
reside in dark matter halos that are ~45% more massive than those of
star-forming host galaxies of the same stellar mass. We emphasize that even
around passive hosts, the mere fact that galaxies become satellites does not
typically result in star formation quenching: we find that only ~30% of ~0.1 L*
galaxies that fall in from the field are quenched around passive hosts,
compared with ~0% around star forming hosts.Comment: 14 pages, 9 figure
Extended Photometry for the DEEP2 Galaxy Redshift Survey: A Testbed for Photometric Redshift Experiments
This paper describes a new catalog that supplements the existing DEEP2 Galaxy
Redshift Survey photometric and spectroscopic catalogs with ugriz photometry
from two other surveys; the Canada-France-Hawaii Legacy Survey (CFHTLS) and the
Sloan Digital Sky Survey (SDSS). Each catalog is cross-matched by position on
the sky in order to assign ugriz photometry to objects in the DEEP2 catalogs.
We have recalibrated the CFHTLS photometry where it overlaps DEEP2 in order to
provide a more uniform dataset. We have also used this improved photometry to
predict DEEP2 BRI photometry in regions where only poorer measurements were
available previously. In addition, we have included improved astrometry tied to
SDSS rather than USNO-A2.0 for all DEEP2 objects. In total this catalog
contains ~27,000 objects with full ugriz photometry as well as robust
spectroscopic redshift measurements, 64% of which have r > 23. By combining the
secure and accurate redshifts of the DEEP2 Galaxy Redshift Survey with ugriz
photometry, we have created a catalog that can be used as an excellent testbed
for future photo-z studies, including tests of algorithms for surveys such as
LSST and DES.Comment: 12 pages, 6 figures and 5 tables. Accepted to The Astrophysical
Journal Supplement. Catalogs are publicly available at
http://deep.ps.uci.edu/DR4/photo.extended.htm
Partial synchronisation of stochastic oscillators through hydrodynamic coupling
Holographic optical tweezers are used to construct a static bistable optical
potential energy landscape where a Brownian particle experiences restoring
forces from two nearby optical traps and undergoes thermally activated
transitions between the two energy minima. Hydrodynamic coupling between two
such systems results in their partial synchronisation. This is interpreted as
an emergence of higher mobility pathways, along which it is easier to overcome
barriers to structural rearrangement.Comment: 4 pages, 4 figures, submitted to Phys. Rev. Let
Development of a 3D printer using scanning projection stereolithography
We have developed a system for the rapid fabrication of low cost 3D devices and systems in the laboratory with micro-scale features yet cm-scale objects. Our system is inspired by maskless lithography, where a digital micromirror device (DMD) is used to project patterns with resolution up to 10 ”m onto a layer of photoresist. Large area objects can be fabricated by stitching projected images over a 5cm2 area. The addition of a z-stage allows multiple layers to be stacked to create 3D objects, removing the need for any developing or etching steps but at the same time leading to true 3D devices which are robust, configurable and scalable. We demonstrate the applications of the system by printing a range of micro-scale objects as well as a fully functioning microfluidic droplet device and test its integrity by pumping dye through the channels
High-frequency oscillatory ventilation in pediatric acute hypoxemic respiratory failure: disease-specific morbidity survival analysis.
BackgroundMultiple ventilatory strategies for acute hypoxemic respiratory failure (AHRF) in children have been advocated, including high-frequency oscillatory ventilation (HFOV). Despite the frequent deployment of HFOV, randomized controlled trials remain elusive and currently there are no pediatric trials looking at its use. Our longitudinal study analyzed the predictive clinical outcome of HFOV in pediatric AHRF given disease-specific morbidity.MethodsA retrospective 8-year review on pediatric intensive care unit admissions with AHRF ventilated by HFOV was performed. Primary outcomes included survival, morbidity, length of stay (LOS), and factors associated with survival or mortality.ResultsA total of 102 patients underwent HFOV with a 66 % overall survival rate. Survivors had a greater LOS than nonsurvivors (p = 0.001). Mortality odds ratio (OR) for patients without bronchiolitis was 8.19 (CI = 1.02, 65.43), and without pneumonia it was 3.07 (CI = 1.12, 8.39). A lower oxygenation index (OI) after HFOV commencement and at subsequent time points analyzed predicted survival. After 24 h, mortality was associated with an OI > 35 [OR = 31.11 (CI = 3.25, 297.98)]. Sepsis-related mortality was associated with a higher baseline FiO(2) (0.88 vs. 0.65), higher OI (42 vs. 22), and augmented metabolic acidosis (pH of 7.25 vs. 7.32) evaluated 4 h on HFOV (p < 0.05).ConclusionHigh-frequency oscillatory ventilation may be safely utilized. It has a 66 % overall survival rate in pediatric AHRF of various etiologies. Patients with morbidity limited to the respiratory system and optimized oxygenation indices are most likely to survive on HFOV
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