Acoustics

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Monkeypox and pregnancy: what do obstetricians need to know?

A. Khalil, A. Samara, P. O'Brien, E. Morris, T. Draycott, C. Lees, S. Ladhani

ULTRASOUND IN OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY (2022)

Article Acoustics

Doubly resonant sub-ppt photoacoustic gas detection with eight decades dynamic range

Zhen Wang, Qiang Wang, Hui Zhang, Simone Borri, Iacopo Galli, Angelo Sampaolo, Pietro Patimisco, Vincenzo Luigi Spagnolo, Paolo De Natale, Wei Ren

Summary: This study develops a gas sensor based on doubly resonant photoacoustic spectroscopy, which enhances both the acoustic and optical waves using combined optical and acoustic resonators. The sensor achieves high sensitivity and a wide dynamic range, making it capable of detecting low concentrations of gases.

PHOTOACOUSTICS (2022)

Review Acoustics

Recent advances in modified food proteins by high intensity ultrasound for enhancing functionality: Potential mechanisms, combination with other methods, equipment innovations and future directions

Wenqing Chen, Haile Ma, Yao-Yao Wang

Summary: This review focuses on the effects and potential mechanisms of high intensity ultrasound (HIU) on the structure and functionality of proteins, as well as the combination methods and innovations of HIU equipment for proteins modification in recent years. Possible future trends of food proteins modification by HIU are also considered and proposed.

ULTRASONICS SONOCHEMISTRY (2022)

Article Acoustics

Nonlinear compensation method for quasi-zero stiffness vibration isolation

Ge Yan, Zhi-Yuan Wu, Xin-Sheng Wei, Sen Wang, Hong-Xiang Zou, Lin-Chuan Zhao, Wen-Hao Qi, Wen-Ming Zhang

Summary: Various quasi-zero stiffness (QZS) vibration isolators have been successfully applied in low-frequency vibration isolation in recent years. However, the current approach is limited to compensating the negative stiffness of bistable structures using linear springs. This study proposes a nonlinear compensation method and verifies its effectiveness through a confirmatory system.

JOURNAL OF SOUND AND VIBRATION (2022)

Article Acoustics

Effect of multi-frequency ultrasound assisted thawing on the quality of large yellow croaker (Larimichthys crocea)

Chuhan Bian, Hao Cheng, Huijie Yu, Jun Mei, Jing Xie

Summary: Multifrequency ultrasound-assisted thawing (UAT) can enhance the thawing rate and maintain the stability of myofibrils, resulting in improved water-holding capacity and physicochemical quality of frozen large yellow croaker.

ULTRASONICS SONOCHEMISTRY (2022)

Article Acoustics

An improved envelope spectrum via candidate fault frequency optimization-gram for bearing fault diagnosis

Yao Cheng, Shengbo Wang, Bingyan Chen, Guiming Mei, Weihua Zhang, Han Peng, Guangrong Tian

Summary: This study proposes a method based on spectral coherence to identify bearing faults. By displaying the energy flow of vibration signal in a two-dimensional plane, the periodic faults of the bearings can be accurately identified. To address the interference and noise issues, an adaptive method is introduced to determine the informative spectral frequency band.

JOURNAL OF SOUND AND VIBRATION (2022)

Article Acoustics

Optimization of ultrasound extraction of functional compound from makiang seed by response surface methodology and antimicrobial activity of optimized extract with its application in orange juice

Thitirat Sirichan, Isaya Kijpatanasilp, Nicha Asadatorn, Kitipong Assatarakul

Summary: This study optimized the conditions for ultrasound-assisted extraction of bioactive compounds with antioxidant activity from makiang seeds using response surface methodology. The antimicrobial activity and application potential of the optimized extract were also evaluated. The results showed that the optimized extraction conditions were a temperature of 51.82℃, an extraction time of 31.87 minutes, and an amplitude of 40.51%. Gallic acid was identified as the major phenolic compound in the optimized extract, which exhibited low minimum inhibitory and bactericidal concentrations. Additionally, the addition of the optimized extract improved the stability and extended the shelf life of orange juice.

ULTRASONICS SONOCHEMISTRY (2022)

Article Acoustics

Does social perception data express the spatio-temporal pattern of perceived urban noise?A case study based on 3,137 noise complaints in Fuzhou, China

Lian-Huan Guo, Shi Cheng, Jiang Liu, Yiyang Wang, Yangsheng Cai, Xin-Chen Hong

Summary: The impact of urban noise on residents' physical health and mental condition has become a popular topic of discussion. Social perception data can indirectly reflect the public's perception of noise. This study collected and analyzed public noise complaint data, and found that there were more complaints at night compared to daytime. Different types of noise complaints showed distinct spatial aggregation characteristics, with construction noise complaints being more concentrated. There was a specific correlation between noise complaints and the distribution of different types of POIs, particularly with living commercial and residential locations. This study provides insights for addressing urban noise problems.

APPLIED ACOUSTICS (2022)

Article Acoustics

Vibration characteristics of rotating truncated conical shells reinforced with agglomerated carbon nanotubes

Hassan Afshari, Hossein Amirabadi

Summary: This article comprehensively studies the free vibration analysis of rotating truncated conical shells reinforced with functionally graded agglomerated carbon nanotubes. The shell is modeled based on the first-order shear deformation theory, and effective mechanical properties are calculated using the Eshelby-Mori-Tanaka scheme. The governing equations are derived and numerically solved, confirming the convergence and accuracy of the model while investigating the effects of different parameters on the frequencies.

JOURNAL OF VIBRATION AND CONTROL (2022)

Article Acoustics

A suspension system with quasi-zero stiffness characteristics and inerter nonlinear energy sink

You-cheng Zeng, Hu Ding, Rong-Hua Du, Li-Qun Chen

Summary: A novel vibration control scheme for suspension systems is proposed, which combines the advantages of quasi-zero stiffness isolator, nonlinear energy sink absorber, and inerter. This scheme can achieve low transmissibility, low amplitude, and low additional weight while resolving the conflict between riding comfort and handling stability.

JOURNAL OF VIBRATION AND CONTROL (2022)

Article Acoustics

Definition and sonographic reporting system for Cesarean scar pregnancy in early gestation: modified Delphi method

I. P. M. Jordans, C. Verberkt, R. A. De Leeuw, C. M. Bilardo, T. Van den Bosch, T. Bourne, H. A. M. Brolmann, M. Dueholm, W. J. K. Hehenkamp, N. Jastrow, D. Jurkovic, A. Kaelin Agten, R. Mashiach, O. Naji, E. Pajkrt, D. Timmerman, O. Vikhareva, L. F. Van der Voet, J. A. F. Huirne

Summary: This study aims to develop a standardized sonographic evaluation and reporting system for Cesarean scar pregnancy (CSP) in the first trimester, and consensus was reached among experts regarding the definition, terminology, evaluation, and reporting of CSP. The experts also provided recommendations for different types of CSP.

ULTRASOUND IN OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY (2022)

Article Acoustics

Maternal and perinatal outcomes of SARS-CoV-2 infection in unvaccinated pregnancies during Delta and Omicron waves

P. Birol Ilter, S. Prasad, M. A. Mutlu, A. B. Tekin, P. O'Brien, P. von Dadelszen, L. A. Magee, S. Tekin, N. Tug, E. Kalafat, A. Khalil

Summary: This study compares pregnancy outcomes of unvaccinated women infected with SARS-CoV-2 during the Delta and Omicron waves. The study found that infection during the Delta wave was associated with increased need for oxygen support and higher maternal mortality. Disease severity and pregnancy complications were similar between the Omicron wave and the pre-Delta period.

ULTRASOUND IN OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY (2022)

Article Acoustics

Effect of ultrasonic power on the emulsion stability of rice bran protein-chlorogenic acid emulsion

Weining Wang, Ruiying Wang, Jing Yao, Shunian Luo, Xue Wang, Na Zhang, Liqi Wang, Xiuqing Zhu

Summary: In this study, ultrasonic-assisted treatment was applied to improve the stability of rice bran protein-chlorogenic acid emulsion. The results showed enhanced encapsulation efficiency and loading capacity, reduced droplet size with more uniform distribution, decreased viscosity, and increased turbidity and interfacial protein content.

ULTRASONICS SONOCHEMISTRY (2022)

Letter Acoustics

Clinical severity of SARS-CoV-2 infection among vaccinated and unvaccinated pregnancies during the Omicron wave

P. Birol Ilter, S. Prasad, M. Berkkan, M. A. Mutlu, A. B. Tekin, E. Celik, B. Ata, M. Turgal, S. Yildiz, E. Turkgeldi, P. O'Brien, P. von Dadelszen, L. A. Magee, E. Kalafat, N. Tug, A. Khalil

ULTRASOUND IN OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY (2022)

Article Acoustics

Clinical experience with non-invasive prenatal screening for single-gene disorders

P. Mohan, J. Lemoine, C. Trotter, I Rakova, P. Billings, S. Peacock, C-Y Kao, Y. Wang, F. Xia, C. M. Eng, P. Benn

Summary: This study assessed the performance of a non-invasive prenatal screening test (NIPT) for a panel of dominant single-gene disorders (SGD). The results showed that NIPT can assist in the early detection of a set of SGD, particularly when there are abnormal ultrasound findings or a family history.

ULTRASOUND IN OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY (2022)

Article Acoustics

Integrated near-infrared QEPAS sensor based on a 28 kHz quartz tuning fork for online monitoring of CO2 in the greenhouse

Yihua Liu, Haoyang Lin, Baiyang Antonio Zhou Montano, Wenguo Zhu, Yongchun Zhong, Ruifeng Kan, Bin Yuan, Jianhui Yu, Min Shao, Huadan Zheng

Summary: A highly sensitive and integrated near-infrared CO2 sensor based on quartz enhanced photoacoustic spectroscopy (QEPAS) was developed. The system utilized a novel quartz tuning fork (QTF) and a near-infrared DFB laser diode to achieve a compact acoustic detection module. The minimum detection limit (MDL) of the sensor system was improved to 0.7 ppm, allowing for 24-hour continuous monitoring of CO2 concentration in a greenhouse.

PHOTOACOUSTICS (2022)

Article Acoustics

Compact QEPAS humidity sensor in SF6 buffer gas for high-voltage gas power systems

Xukun Yin, Lei Dong, Hongpeng Wu, Miao Gao, Le Zhang, Xueshi Zhang, Lixian Liu, Xiaopeng Shao, Frank K. Tittel

Summary: H2O is the most problematic impurity in SF6 insulated high-voltage gas power systems, leading to corrosion and safety hazards. A QEPAS-based sensor system has been developed for detection, achieving a detection limit of 0.49 ppm and providing a powerful prevention tool for safety monitoring in power systems.

PHOTOACOUSTICS (2022)

Review Acoustics

Strengths and limitations of diagnostic tools for endometriosis and relevance in diagnostic test accuracy research

E. Pascoal, J. M. Wessels, M. K. Aas-Eng, M. S. Abrao, G. Condous, D. Jurkovic, M. Espada, C. Exacoustos, S. Ferrero, S. Guerriero, G. Hudelist, M. Malzoni, S. Reid, S. Tang, C. Tomassetti, S. S. Singh, T. van den Bosch, M. Leonardi

Summary: Endometriosis is a chronic systemic disease that can greatly impact patients' quality of life. Diagnosing endometriosis is challenging, and various methods have their strengths and limitations. Currently, there is no single gold-standard diagnostic method, and different circumstances may require different diagnostic approaches.

ULTRASOUND IN OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY (2022)

Article Acoustics

Ultra-sensitive ppb-level methane detection based on NIR all-optical photoacoustic spectroscopy by using differential fiber-optic microphones with gold-chromium composite nanomembrane

Hanping Xiao, Jinbiao Zhao, Chaotan Sima, Ping Lu, Yanhong Long, Yan Ai, Wanjin Zhang, Yufeng Pan, Jiangshan Zhang, Deming Liu

Summary: This paper proposes and demonstrates an ultra-sensitive all-optical PAS gas sensor using a near-infrared diode laser, fiber-optic microphones, and a double channel differential T-type photoacoustic cell. The sensor shows high sensitivity and a flat frequency response, making it suitable for CH4 detection with a low minimum detection limit.

PHOTOACOUSTICS (2022)

Article Acoustics

Ultrasound-assisted extraction and properties of polysaccharide from Ginkgo biloba leaves

Junchi Li, Zhongxuan Chen, Huimin Shi, Jie Yu, Gangliang Huang, Hualiang Huang

Summary: Response surface methodology was used to optimize the extraction conditions of Ginkgo biloba leaves polysaccharide (GBLP) assisted by ultrasound. The optimum conditions were determined as 30 mL/g liquid to material ratio, 340 W ultrasonic power, and 50 min extraction time, resulting in a GBLP yield of 5.37%. Two chemically modified polysaccharides, CM-GBLP and Ac-GBLP, were obtained from GBLP and their physicochemical properties and in vitro antioxidant activities were compared. The results showed improved solubility and antioxidant activity for the chemically modified polysaccharides, indicating the effectiveness of carboxymethylation and acetylation methods in enhancing polysaccharide properties.

ULTRASONICS SONOCHEMISTRY (2023)