We present a new method for whole slide darkfield imaging. Whole Slide Imaging (WSI), also sometimes called virtual slide or virtual microscopy technology, produces images that simultaneously provide high resolution and a wide field of observation that can encompass the entire section, extending far beyond any single field of view. For example, a brain slice can be imaged so that both overall m...

We report on the control of cyclotrimerization forming a polycyanurate polymer using magnetic iron oxide nanoparticles in an alternating-current (ac) field as an internal heat source, starting from a commercially available monomer. Magnetic nanoparticles were dispersed in the monomer and catalytic system using sonication, and the mixture was subjected to an alternating magnetic field, causing t...

Abstract The performances of expanded clay aggregate and wood ash as internal curing water reservoirs were studied in the mortar phase a hypothetical high performance concrete with low water-to-binder ratio. two materials substituted 15 30% sand volume. Two different binders, Portland cement high-volume fly blended cement, used. compressive strength volume stability mortars sealed air-drying co...

This paper focuses on testing performed onmixtures that would be consistent with themortar portion of a concrete bridge deck mixture for many state departments of transportation. In this work a relatively large percentage of cement (40%, 60%, or 80% by volume) is replaced with Class C fly ash. To overcome concerns associated with slow set and early-age strength development that are often expres...

This review collates findings from more than 100 scientific publications regarding the performance of several waste-based porous materials (WASPORs) as water reservoirs for internal curing concrete. Results obtained by using recycled concrete aggregates, crushed ceramics, coal bottom ash, artificial different powder and fibres were included. The influence these WASPORs on consistence, hydration...

15. Supplementary Notes Project performed in cooperation with the Texas Department of Transportation and the Federal Highway Administration. 16. Abstract Curing has substantial effects on the long-term performance of Portland cement concrete (PCC) pavement. TxDOT requires two applications of curing compounds, with a maximum 180 sf/gal per each application. However, no compliance testing is cond...

AIM The aim of this study was to evaluate the heat generation of three different types of light curing units. METHODS AND MATERIALS Temperature increases were recorded from a distance of 1 mm from a thermocouple to the tip of three different types of light curing units including one quartz-tungsten halogen (QTH), one plasma arc (PAC), and one light emitting diode (LED) unit. An experimental m...

In modern research, development of monomers that reduce shrinkage of composite materials remains an ongoing quest and perennial challenge. The purpose of this study, therefore, was to analyze the shrinkage behaviour of an innovative composite material for dental restorations based on a monomer with a new chemical formulation, known as silorane. To this end, shrinkage stress development during c...