Using the transfer matrix method, we give the exact solution of a deterministic sandpile model for arbitrary N , where N is the size of a single toppling. The oneand two-point functions are given in term of the eigenvalues of an N × N transfer matrix. All the n-point functions can be found in the same way. Application of this method to a more general class of models is discussed. We also presen...

Filming or videotaping a work of art is traditionally done in either the gallery or studio setting. In either case, the work is taken off view and methodically surrounded by camera and lighting equipment. This process is time consuming, expensive and places the work at risk of being damaged by light, heat and/or toppling equipment. The tremendous investment and risk involved in this process req...

OBJECTIVE To develop an accurate method for performing histopathologic analysis for a full cross-section of cortical bone within 2 to 3 hours. METHODS Microwave technology was used to augment and to more rapidly perform fixation and decalcification of cortical bone. RESULTS Using the methods described, slides suitable for histopathologic analyses regarding the presence or absence of maligna...

The leveling process is the initial stage before operating a lathe. test will be carried out if flatness on machine and results have deviated greatly, it must leveled This study aims at high level of accuracy tools in form three types Gedee Weiler LZ 330 G lathes located AK-Manufaktur Bantaeng Manufacturing Workshop. type research categorized as quantitative which an inductive, objective scient...

Abstract: To study the safety of drivers with different sitting positions in intelligent vehicle collision, slide model SUV was established and precision verified by test. The simulation driver's attitude THUMS. According to results post mortem human surrogate (PMHS), postures THUMS at seat backrest angles were adjusted drivers’ injuries three frontal collision analyzed. Simulation show that wh...

Slide fasteners are one of the textile end-uses that have permeated daily life. The objective is to elucidate ways improve quality and value slide fasteners. In this report, from viewpoint tactile perception on tensile load transmitted user’s fingers through a slider in sliding fastener, sensory affective impressions (hereinafter referred as slide-feeling) quantitative evaluation indexes slide-...

We revisit the question whether the critical behavior of sandpile models with sticky grains is in the directed percolation universality class. Our earlier theoretical arguments in favor, supported by evidence from numerical simulations [ Phys. Rev. Lett., 89 (2002) 104303], have been disputed by Bonachela et al. [Phys. Rev. E 74 (2004) 050102] for sandpiles with no preferred direction. We discu...

Foundations may undergo severe distress during an earthquake. One such example of foundation failure involving toppling of apartment blocks due to liquefaction during the 1964 Niigata Earthquake is presented in Figure 1. Earthquake effects on shallow and deep foundations are accounted for by designing them structurally to provide necessary strength and ensure serviceability. Strength considerat...

Computer-assisted sperm morphometry analysis has improved the assessment of sperm morphology, but the results depend on the use of adequate evaluation and staining procedures of spermatozoa from individual species. In this study, the morphological module of the Sperm Class Analyzer® was used for the morphometric analysis of stallion sperm heads and midpieces. Semen samples were obtained from si...