Final report SI 08-SI-004: Fusion application targets

Control of Emissions from Marine SI and Small SI Engines, Vessels, and Equipment: Final Regulatory Impact Analysis (EPA420-R-08-014)

Ablation depth in planar Sn targets during the interaction with a Nd:YAG laser for extreme ultraviolet lithography

The depth of mass ablation in planar Sn targets during the interaction with a pulsed Nd:YAG laser was investigated. The pulse duration and laser spot size were fixed, and the laser energy was varied to achieve laser intensities from approximately 10 to 10 W/cm, which is relevant to the extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography application. The ablation depth was measured by irradiating layered targ...

Control of Emissions from Marine SI and Small SI Engines, Vessels, and Equipment: Draft Regulatory Impact Analysis (EPA420-D-07-004)

Minimally invasive arthrodesis for chronic sacroiliac joint dysfunction using the SImmetry SI Joint Fusion system

Chronic sacroiliac (SI) joint-related low back pain (LBP) is a common, yet under-diagnosed and undertreated condition due to difficulties in accurate diagnosis and highly variable treatment practices. In patients with debilitating SI-related LBP for at least 6 months duration who have failed conservative management, arthrodesis is a viable option. The SImmetry(®) SI Joint Fusion System is a nov...

In Situ Formation of SiC/CNT Ceramic Nanocomposite by Phenolic Pyrolysis

In this research, using pyrolysis of phenolic resin in the presence of silicon particles, the SiC ceramic composite is formed. The samples were prepared by introducing 30, 35, 40, 45 and 50 wt% of Si particles to the phenolic resin. The samples were cured at 180°C then carbonized at 1100°C. The final carbonized C/Si composites are hot-pressed at 1500°C in inert atmosphere, which is more than th...