Open Access Conference Proceedings

Abstract: This paper presents the synthesis and stabilization of Gold nanoparticles (Au NPs) using five different hydrocolloids [Tragacanth (Tg), Karaya (Kg), Guar (Gg), Carrageenan (Cg), and Xanthan (Xg)] via greener pathways. The particle size, morphology, stabilization characteristics and catalytic efficiencies of the synthesized Au NPs were analyzed using spectroscopic and microscopic techniques. [..] Read more

Abstract: This paper reports on plasma surface etching of three different polymers using a low-temperature (80°C) atmospheric-pressure plasma generated in pure hydrogen by a diffuse coplanar surface barrier discharge. Flexible polymer foils were plasma-modified in roll-to-roll configuration. [..] Read more

Abstract: Metallurgical supply chain consists of raw materials miners, transport, integrated metallurgical enterprise, service centers and local distributors. The overall performance of the supply chain which is subject to disruption from the environment is dependent on performance of its links and its ability to recovery after such event or resilience, respectively. [..] Read more

Abstract: In this study the effect of notch angle on fracture toughness (KIC) of AISI 4340 steel is investigated by using circumferentially notched bar method. The specimens have three different notch angles 45°, 60°, 75° and specimen diameters (D) – notch diameters (d) ratio (D / d) keep constant as 1.2. [..] Read more

Abstract: The article deals with the study of verification and evaluation of selected mechanical properties of stainless steel 316L (1.4404) after the production of additive technologies (3D printing) by Selective Laser Melting (SLM). For the purpose of the experimental testing were printed two sets of samples from the powder metal by the laser-sintering process at different process parameters. [..] Read more

Abstract: Carbide coatings prepared using the HP/HVOF technology are widespread and commonly used surface treatment. These coatings provide various advantages compared with the substrate material and are able to supply top mechanical and corrosion properties at a low cost. [..] Read more

Abstract: CastNode platform is a knowledge base dedicated to casting technology and foundries. Applications database (the InnoCast) integrates four components of knowledge: (1) foundries and supplier base, (2) the base of innovations in the field of casting, forging and rolling, (3) database of publications and (4) patents for casting techniques and products. [..] Read more

Abstract: The goal of the article is to determine the influence of ERP and CRM systems on the economic results of businesses in relation to particular voivodships in Poland. The analysis involves the following variables: Number of companies using ERP software packages for transmitting information between different departments (e.g., accounting, marketing, production), Number of companies using CRM software to collect and storage information on customers as well as provide information access to other organizational units. [..] Read more

Abstract: Effective operation of business logistics processes is the main aim in the majority of companies acting in various industries where mechanical engineering is no exception. For the correct operation of the production process is necessary to carry out quality analysis for its implementation can be used a wide range of methods and tools. [..] Read more

Abstract: Simulation, as a tool for acquiring the optimal solution, is also representing a support tool that allows managers to test the effects of their decisions on the simulation model and not directly on a real system. This model also enables to implement various experiments, analyze them, evaluate them and consequently performs the optimization. [..] Read more

Abstract: Metal casting is one of the most important manufacturing process technologies and is defined as a process in which molten or liquid metal is poured into a mould. Today, metal casting components are found in over 90 percent of manufactured goods and equipment, from critical component for aircraft and automotive industries to home applications as well as construction machineries. [..] Read more

Abstract: In this work, we report a facile method for a detection of mettalothionein (MT) - potential biomarker of tumor diseases. Combination of laser ablation inductively coupled plasma coupled to mass spectrometric detection (LA-ICP-MS) with sample pretreatment by magnetic particles modified by molecularly imprinted polymers (Mag-MIP) enables selective and sensitive protein detection and quantification. [..] Read more

Abstract: Förster resonance energy transfer (FRET) is an energy transfer process between a pair of light-sensitive molecules, where the donor fluorophore (initially in its electronic excited state) transfers energy to an acceptor chromophore. In this study, FRET was used to investigate the dimerization of metallothionein isoform MT-1A. [..] Read more

Abstract: Zinc oxide concentrate production from industrial waste is performed in the so-called rolldown process – in rotary furnaces. It is a complex technological process. [..] Read more

Abstract: One of the basic factors influencing the good results of any production system is the optimal organization of the production process so that the use of machines is as effective as possible. One of the methods of assessing the use of machine working time is the PAMCO (Project Analysis and Monitoring Company) method. [..] Read more

Abstract: Compacting pressure applied during the SPS method varies in the literature. This study evaluates the influence of the applied compacting pressure on the microstructure and porosity of sintered materials. [..] Read more

Abstract: The paper deals with the issue of capacity balancing at the operational level of production management. The authors focused on the possibilities of supporting planning and decision-making processes, where they provided planning staff (production planners) with measures to gradually balance the production schedule in relation to the available production capacities. [..] Read more

Abstract: The aim of this work is to design and define technological procedures enabling the use of titanium scrap in the form of chips or piece of material as an input raw material for the production of spherical powders suitable for powder metallurgy or additive technologies. In this work, plasma metallurgy in the horizontal and vertical furnaces under a high purity atmosphere of argon (5N8 purity) was used for remelting the commercial titanium alloys. [..] Read more

Abstract: In this work, we consider the possibility of obtaining bimetallic W/Cu nanoparticles (NPs) by means of a magnetron-based gas aggregation source (GAS) of NPs. For this, a GAS of original construction was equipped with a segmental target consisting of two metals: tungsten and copper. [..] Read more

Abstract: The incorporation of electroconductive compounds onto the textiles' surfaces leads to the fabrication of flexible electronic textiles (e-textiles) for numerous application fields, i.e., sport, medical, protective, fashion, military, etc. Their long-term functionality during daily usage depends on the sufficient durability of applied electroconductive compounds against washing, which can be significantly improved by the employment of protective layers. [..] Read more