Quantitative analysis of reinforcing phase in AlSi11/CrFe30C8 composite castings

In this paper assessment of the morphology and segregation of the reinforcing phase based on optical quantitative analysis was achieved. Microscopic observation of AlSi11/CrFe30C8 composite gravity castings was carried out in electromagnetic field. The purpose of investigation was the analysis of current frequency influence supplying the inductor of electromagnetic field on segregation, quantity and morphology of reinforcement phase in aluminum matrix composite. Technological conception of investigations was based on assumption that chromium-iron matrix of particles dissolved in aluminum composite matrix and carbide phases became actual reinforcement of the composite. Gravity segregation was analyzed. Graphs containing distribution of reinforcing phase in metal matrix were shown

The influence of the forced movement of components on the structure in fabricated AlSi/CrxCy composite castings

Fabrication and microstructure of the AlSi11 matrix composite containing 10 % volume fraction of CrFe30C8 particles were presented in this paper. Composite suspension was manufactured by using mechanical stirring. During stirring process the temperature of liquid metal, time of mixing and rotational speed of mixer were fixed. After stirring process composite suspension was gravity cast into shell mould. The composites were cast, applying simultaneously an electromagnetic field. The aim of the present study was to determine the effect of changes in the frequency of the current power inductor on the morphology of the reinforcing phase in the aluminum matrix. The concept is based on the assumption that a chromium-iron matrix of CrFe30C8 particles dissolves and residual carbide phases will substantially strengthen the composite. The microstructure and interface structure of the AlSi11/CrFe30C8 composite has been studied by optical microscopy, scanning microscopy and X-ray diffraction

Digitizing a Therapeutic: Development of an Augmented Reality Dual-Task Training Platform for Parkinson’s Disease

Augmented reality (AR) may be a useful tool for the delivery of dual-task training. This manuscript details the development of the Dual-task Augmented Reality Treatment (DART) platform for individuals with Parkinson’s disease (PD) and reports initial feasibility, usability, and efficacy of the DART platform in provoking dual-task interference in individuals with PD. The DART platform utilizes the head-mounted Microsoft HoloLens2 AR device to deliver concurrent motor and cognitive tasks. Biomechanical metrics of gait and cognitive responses are automatically computed and provided to the supervising clinician. To assess feasibility, individuals with PD (N = 48) completed a bout of single-task and dual-task walking using the DART platform. Usability was assessed by the System Usability Scale (SUS). Dual-task interference was assessed by comparing single-task walking and walking during an obstacle course while performing a cognitive task. Average gait velocity decreased from 1.06 to 0.82 m/s from single- to dual-task conditions. Mean SUS scores were 81.3 (11.3), which placed the DART in the “good” to “excellent” category. To our knowledge, the DART platform is the first to use a head-mounted AR system to deliver a dual-task paradigm and simultaneously provide biomechanical data that characterize cognitive and motor performance. Individuals with PD were able to successfully use the DART platform with satisfaction, and dual-task interference was provoked. The DART platform should be investigated as a platform to treat dual-task declines associated with PD

Influence of Electrolytical Oxidising of Silumine Surfaces on the Quality of Bonding with Epoxy Resin

The article presents the preparation process of AC-AlSi12 aluminum alloy surface by application of anodic oxidation method. The method enables the formation of a porous oxide layer (Al2O3) which generates the substrate of durable adhesive bond with an epoxy resin. It also presents the influence of the form of silicon precipitates in the modified alloy upon anodizing process, uniform structure and thickness of the oxide layer as well as the topography of its surface which is expected to improve adhesion of the resin and silumin. The paper describes how the position of oxidized surface against the negative electrode influences the coating structure. The studied silumins are intended to form the material for casting of 3 dimensional objects whose parts will change the distribution of electric field strength that may cause non-uniform structure of the coating

Additional file 1 of Gait patterns during overground and virtual omnidirectional treadmill walking

Supplementary Material 1: Table S1. Adjusted and unadjusted model estimates of the effects of condition, velocity, leg length, BMI, and sex on forward walking outcomes. Table S2. Adjusted and unadjusted model estimates of the effects of condition, velocity, leg length, BMI, and sex on variabilityoutcomes. Table S3. Adjusted models estimates of the effects of condition, velocity, leg length, BMI, and sex on turn outcome