Research of the pre-launch powered lubrication device of major parts of the engine D-240

In the publication, the issues have been considered concerning combustion engine start wear of mobile machines in case of outside storage in the conditions of low environmental temperature. Based on the analysis of existing methods and constructions of powered lubrication devices for contact surfaces of engines, a design of a combined device has been suggested which unites the functions of hydraulic and heat accumulators. On the basis of the elaborated design, preparatory tests have been conducted in order to evaluate the effectiveness of pre-start oil circulation in the engine D-240, as well as the effectiveness rate of thermoinsulation and the heating device of the hydraulic accumulator. The findings of the survey have shown that the pre-start powered lubrication device for major parts of the engine is effective

Magnetic Transformations in the Organic Conductor kappa-(BETS)2Mn[N(CN)2]3 at the Metal-Insulator Transition

A complex study of magnetic properties including dc magnetization, 1H NMR and magnetic torque measurements has been performed for the organic conductor kappa-(BETS)2Mn[N(CN)2]3 which undergoes a metal-insulator transition at T_MI~25K. NMR and the magnetization data indicate a transition in the manganese subsystem from paramagnetic to a frozen state at T_MI, which is, however, not a simple Neel type order. Further, a magnetic field induced transition resembling a spin flop has been detected in the torque measurements at temperatures below T_MI. This transition is most likely related to the spins of pi-electrons localized on the organic molecules BETS and coupled with the manganese 3d spins via exchange interaction.Comment: 6 pages, 5 Figures, 1 Table; Submitted to Phys.Rev.B (Nov.2010

Quantitative insights into the cyanobacterial cell economy

© Zavřel et al. Phototrophic microorganisms are promising resources for green biotechnology. Compared to heterotrophic microorganisms, however, the cellular economy of phototrophic growth is still insufficiently understood. We provide a quantitative analysis of light-limited, light-saturated, and light-inhibited growth of the cyanobacterium Synechocystis sp. PCC 6803 using a reproducible cultivation setup. We report key physiological parameters, including growth rate, cell size, and photosynthetic activity over a wide range of light intensities. Intracellular proteins were quantified to monitor proteome allocation as a function of growth rate. Among other physiological acclimations, we identify an upregulation of the translational machinery and downregulation of light harvesting components with increasing light intensity and growth rate. The resulting growth laws are discussed in the context of a coarse-grained model of phototrophic growth and available data obtained by a comprehensive literature search. Our insights into quantitative aspects of cyanobacterial acclimations to different growth rates have implications to understand and optimize photosynthetic productivity

Impact of hydrotechnical construction on aquatic ecosystems of the Kiliia branch of the Danube Delta

Resumption of shipping in the Bystryi branch in the Ukrainian part of the Danube Delta, one of the largest aquatic-wetland areas of Europe and the world, has made it necessary to control the anthropogenic impact on the neighboring water areas of the Danube Biosphere Reserve. The objective of the study was comparing the compositions and structure of phytoplankton, microphytobenthos, macrophytes, benthic invertebrates and ichthyofauna of the mouth area of the Bystryi branch with such communities of the mouths of the branches Vostochnyi, Tsyhanka and Starostambulskyi, which are situated in the protected zone and characterized by limited anthropogenic activity. We also determined the correspondence of the descriptors of biotic groups to the categories of the ecological status according to the Water Framework Directive of the EU. The studies were performed in the autumn and summer periods in 2020–2021. We recorded 367 species of animals and plants, the richest biodiversity was seen for the biota of the Bystryi branch – 250 species, and 180–231 species of hydrobionts were found in the undisturbed mouths. We determined 25.3% of shared species for the water areas, and therefore high values of similarity of the species compositions according to Bray-Curtis (47.5% to 81.5%). We determined no significant differences between the groups of the mouths of the examined branches according to most indicators of taxonomic and ecological structure. As the descriptors of ecological status, we chose assemblage indices of phytoplankton and microphytobenthos, which are based on ratios of biomass of functional groups of algae, and also the Macrophyte Biological Index for Rivers, saprobic index of Zelinka & Marvan and Biological Monitoring Working Party Index of Benthic Invertebrates and Representation of Species of Ichthyfauna according to vulnerability to actions of environmental factors. We determined that the range of descriptors of phytoplankton and microphytobenthos corresponded to the “high” ecological status category, such of macrophytes and benthic invertebrates to “good”, and such of ichthyofauna varied “high” to “good”. In general, all the mouth areas were characterized by “good” ecological status. Similarities of the species composition and the structure of biotic communities of the mouths of the studied branches of the delta indicate the absence of negative impact of the deepwater shipping on adjacent ecosystems, which may be related to the peculiarities of reactions of groups in the water areas with natural stress, as well as local impact of the hydrotechnical construction

The emerging importance of lymphatics in health and disease: An NIH workshop report

The lymphatic system (LS) is composed of lymphoid organs and a network of vessels that transport interstitial fluid, antigens, lipids, cholesterol, immune cells, and other materials in the body. Abnormal development or malfunction of the LS has been shown to play a key role in the pathophysiology of many disease states. Thus, improved understanding of the anatomical and molecular characteristics of the LS may provide approaches for disease prevention or treatment. Recent advances harnessing single-cell technologies, clinical imaging, discovery of biomarkers, and computational tools have led to the development of strategies to study the LS. This Review summarizes the outcomes of the NIH workshop entitled Yet to be Charted: Lymphatic System in Health and Disease, held in September 2022, with emphasis on major areas for advancement. International experts showcased the current state of knowledge regarding the LS and highlighted remaining challenges and opportunities to advance the field

The problem of the readiness of students of spo to participate in the digital educational process

В статье рассматривается уровень сформированности цифровой компетентности у студентов техникума. Предлагается использование факторного анализа для обработки эмпирических данных. Приведены выводы о недостаточной готовности студентов к работе в цифровой среде по результатам факторного анализа.The level of digital competence formation among college students is considered. Factor analysis was used to process empirical data. The results of the factor analysis allowed us to conclude that the students of the vocational school are not sufficiently ready to work in a digital environment

TASK FOR A SPECIAL DRAWING IN THE CONTEXT OF INTEGRATION OF HUMANITARIAN AND TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES OF DESIGNERS

Представлены методические основы и результаты освоения студентами-дизайнерами Уральского федерального университета задания по дисциплине «Специальный рисунок». Многоуровневые творческие задания по ней (например, стилизованный автопортрет) интегрируют несколько видов компетенций — от общекультурных до проектных. Включение в образовательный дискурс элементов саморефлексии студентов обеспечивает развитие представлений студентов о мировоззренческих основах дизайн-деятельности, интериоризацию нравственно-этических ценностей. Реализация задания происходит в соответствии с алгоритмами дизайн-мышления. Технические компоненты, получаемые в ходе освоения дисциплины «Специальный рисунок», входят в дальнейшем в творческую палитру будущих дизайнеров.The methodological foundations and results of mastering the task in the discipline «Special drawing» by design students of the Ural Federal University are presented. Multi-level creative tasks on it (for example, a stylized self-portrait) integrate several types of competencies, from general cultural to design ones. The inclusion of elements of students’ self-refl ection in the educational discourse ensures the development of students’ ideas about the worldview foundations of design activity, the internalization of moral and ethical values. The implementation of the task takes place in accordance with the algorithms of design thinking. The technical components obtained during the development of the discipline «Special drawing» are included in the future designers’ creative palette

Multiple choice questions book on medical biology

БИОЛОГИЯ МЕДИЦИНСКАЯТЕСТЫБИОЛОГИЯСборник тестов по медицинской биологии содержит 37 тем учебного материала. По каждой теме включено 25-40 вопросов с ответами

Multiple choice questions book on medical biology

БИОЛОГИЯ МЕДИЦИНСКАЯТЕСТЫБИОЛОГИЯСборник тестов по медицинской биологии содержит 37 тем учебного материала. По каждой теме включено 25-40 вопросов с ответами