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Predictability of VO2max from three commercially available devices
<p>The Polar V800TM, A300TM, and Garmin Forerunner 235TM predict VO2max from a submaximal effort. Purpose: To examine the predictability of VO2max from two heart rate monitors (Device A and V) and a global positioning system (GPS) watch compared to measured VO2max. Methods: Forty participants, 22 …
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A comparative study of commercially available comfort fabrics
<p>The comfort fabric market continues to grow and become more competitive. Consumers expect their active wear to deliver performance beyond simply being a barrier between their body and the environment. Textile manufacturers have taken notice, and there is a wide range of comfort fabrics on the …
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Friction stir welding of commercially available superplastic aluminium
A series of Friction Stir Welds (FSW) has been produced in order to optimise tool designs and weld/process variables to minimise flaws in the weld and obtain the best possible microstructure for superplastic Forming (SPF). Therefore the main goal is to produce friction stir welds which do not fail …
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A Comparison of Commercially Available Otoacoustic Emission Newborn Hearing Screening Devices
Currently, there is a paucity of research regarding the differences between newborn hearing screening devices. The purpose of this study was to compare four such devices, the Bio-Logic AuDX, the Grason-Stadler GSI 70, the Madsen EchoScreen and the Otodynamics ILO 88. Two of the screeners compared …
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Brain computer interface based neurorehabilitation technique using a commercially available EEG headset
… techniques. Here, EEG is recorded using a commercially available EEG headset provided by Emotiv Inc. Data is collected and processed using BCI2000 software, and the difference in the Mu-rhythm due to Event Related Synchronization (ERS) and Desynchronization (ERD) is used to distinguish an …
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Assessment of Injection Behavior of Commercially-available Bone BSMS for Subchondroplasty Procedures
… vitro</em> injectability of several common commercially available BSMs into a simulated trabecular bone model. The aim was to evaluate the performance of eight commercially available BSMs, (AccuFill®, Simplex™, StrucSure™, Beta BSM™, Cerament™, Hydroset™, Norian™ SRS, Pro-Dense®) including …
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Short- and Long-Term Effects of Commercially Available Gold Nanoparticles in Rodents
… effects of a single intravenous exposure to commercially available GNPs in two in vivo models, mice and rats. Gold nanoparticles were purchased and independently characterized. Animals were exposed to either 1000 mg GNPs/kg body weight (GNP group) or an equivalent volume of phosphate buffered …
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The relative attraction of certain commercially available electric lamps for hornworm moths
… and constructed suitable for testing various commercially avai1able electric lamps as attractors moths for moths of both tobacco hornworm (Protonaree sexta (Johan.)) and tomato hornworm (Protoparce quinquemaculata (Haw.)) species.
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Evaluation of The Quantitative Accuracy of A Commercially-Available Positron Emission Mammography Scanner
… Inc., San Diego, CA) is currently the only commercially-available positron emission mammography (PEM) scanner. This scanner does not apply corrections for count rate effects, attenuation or scatter during image reconstruction, potentially affecting the quantitative accuracy of images. This …
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Determination of Select Metal Ions in Commercially Available Conventional and Organic Baby Foods.
… grown and processed baby foods. Two prominent, commercially available brands were chosen to undergo comparative studies between both their own conventional and organic varieties of second stage green beans and carrots. Samples were tested for cadmium, calcium, iron, lead, nickel, and zinc. Two …
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Predictability of VO<sub>2max</sub> using a commercially available GPS sports watch
<p>Using accurate submaximal methodologies to estimate VO<sub>2max</sub> is a convenient alternative to maximal exercise testing. Submaximal testing is practical because it provides a cheaper, more time-efficient method to determine VO<sub>2max</sub> and allows a wider range of individuals to be …
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Using Commercially Available Hormones to Enhance Swine Reproductive Efficiency in Batch Management Systems
… reproductive efficiency in the herd. The use of commercially available hormones to synchronize estrus in this system has not been extensively studied. This experiment was conducted to determine whether the use of commercially available hormones (MATRIX® and P.G. 600®; Merck Animal Health, De …
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A Content Analysis of Reading Software Commercially Available for Pre-K to 3rd Grade Children.
… the content and characteristics of the currently available commercial reading software for Pre-K through third grade children. The design of the study was a content analysis. Based on the evaluation rubric established by the researcher, ten commercial reading software were selected to be analyzed. …
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The biomechanical changes during sport-specific tasks and different commercially available footwear in individuals following meniscectomy
Injuries to the meniscus are common particularly in sporting individuals. Traumatic meniscal tears typically occur due to a high impact twisting action on a planted foot, which can be seen in sports such as basketball, football and skiing. Competitive athletes generally agree to having a …
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A fail-safe, three way, variable flow control valve for a commercially available, implantable insulin infusion pump
Thesis (B.S.)--Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Dept. of Mechanical Engineering, 1985.
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The effect of a commercially available abdominal support belt on torso posture, lift strength, and spinal compression
… Unfortunately to date, the majority of research available regarding support belt effects only address those supports designed for therapeutic reasons. The primary purpose of this research was to measure changes in posture when a commercially available support belt was worn. The support belt used …
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Evaluation of Absorbezz on Swine Reproductive Health and A Comparative Study of Two Commercially Available Swine Show Feeds
… group significantly underperformed (</p> <p>Two commercially available show pig growing rations were tested in study II to find a high quality, cost efficient product. A total of 10 pigs (5 barrows, 5 gilts), at an average weight of 60 lbs., were fed to market weight, with data recorded for feed …
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Use of antioxidant activity and flavonoid levels to assess the quality of commercially available solid dose Sutherlandia frutescens products
… the pharmaceutical quality and consistency of commercially available solid dose Sutherlandia frutescens containing products (viz. tablets & capsules) by exploring the use of monitoring the pharmaceutical presentation, flavonoid profile and antioxidant activity levels and to develop/or adapt …
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