Essays about: "Paraffin"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 59 essays containing the word Paraffin.

1. 1. WEAR RESISTANT MULTI FUNCTIONAL POLYMER COATINGS

   University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för teknikvetenskap och matematik

   Author : Pranay Kumar Parsi; [2023]
   Keywords : Polymer coatings; Materials; Tribology; Wear resistant; Ice adhesion; Freezing delay; Anti-icing de-icing;

   Abstract : This study aims to develop coatings which show wear resistant behaviour along with multiple functions such as improved ice adhesion, better freezing delay etc which help in improving the effectiveness of the wind turbine efficiency. The significance of anti-icing/de-icing solutions for wind turbines is emphasized since ice accretion can cause serious issues in generation of power and might lead to damage of blades. READ MORE

3. 2. Service life study of environmentally friendly lubricants.

   University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för teknikvetenskap och matematik

   Author : Marybeth Chetachukwu Ugoh; [2023]
   Keywords : Base oil; Ageing; Glycerol; PPG; PEG; Squalene; Rapeseed oil; Ester; Paraffin; Oxidation; FTIR;

   Abstract : Environmentally friendly lubricants are in demand in response to the rising concerns and restrictive legislation that surround the use of mineral oil lubricants. One area of importance is understanding the service life of the environmentally friendly base oils of these non-toxic, biodegradable and renewable alternatives. READ MORE

4. 3. Characterization of Carotid Atherosclerotic Stenosis on Photon-Counting Computed Tomography

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Sjukhusfysikerutbildningen

   Author : My Celander; [2023]
   Keywords : Medicine and Health Sciences;

   Abstract : Introduction and aim Atherosclerotic stenosis located at the carotid bifurcation accounts for 10% − 20% of all Transient Ischemic Attacks (TIA) and ischemic strokes, which occurs when Atherosclerotic stenosis, or so-called plaque, ruptures. The current method to evaluate carotid atherosclerotic stenosis is to measure the degree of stenosis. READ MORE

5. 4. Non-pharmacological treatment of Hand Osteoarthritis – a systematic review

   University essay from Högskolan i Halmstad/Akademin för företagande, innovation och hållbarhet

   Author : Md Tanvir Hossain; [2023]
   Keywords : Hand Osteoarthritis;

   Abstract : Introduction: Hand osteoarthritis (OA) is characterized by gradual destruction of cartilage in the joints of the hand. It is commonly characterized by pain, reduced grip strength, stiffness, and reduced pinch strength, resulting in difficulty performing basic daily tasks. READ MORE

6. 5. Digital Image Analysis using Qupath to determine immune cell content in formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded murine neuroblastoma tumors

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för farmaceutisk biovetenskap

   Author : Anton Bergström Holm; [2023]
   Keywords : Neuroblastoma; Tumor-associated neutrophils TANs ; Digital image analysis; QuPath;

   Abstract : Neuroblastoma (NB), an extracranical solid tumor, is among the most prevalent cancers affecting children, particularly those under the age of five. High-risk NB presents a survival rate just below 50 %. Angiogenesis, a crucial process in NB, is induced by various pro-angiogenic factors. READ MORE