Objective:Microvascular decompression(MVD)is the gold standard for treating drug-resistant classic trigeminal neuralgia(dcTN),with endoscopy enhancing surgical precision through improved visualization.This study evalu...Objective:Microvascular decompression(MVD)is the gold standard for treating drug-resistant classic trigeminal neuralgia(dcTN),with endoscopy enhancing surgical precision through improved visualization.This study evaluates the efficacy of fully endoscopic MVD for dcTN and presents our early experience.Methods:This retrospective study included patients with dcTN who underwent fully endoscopic MVD in the Department of Neurosurgery,the First Affiliated Hospital,Zhejiang University School of Medicine from November 2020 to February 2023.We recorded basic patient clinical information,clinical outcomes,offending vessels,complications,and recurrences,and assessed outcomes via the Barrow Neurological Institute(BNI)pain intensity score and the numeric rating scale(NRS)score.Results:All 42 patients had dcTN with preoperative BNI scores of V and NRS scores of 8e10.Endoscopic visualization enabled the precise identification of neurovascular conflicts,including small and deeply located vessels.Immediately after surgery,90.5%of patients achieved complete pain relief(BNI score of I,NRS score of 0).At the final follow-up,85.7%of patients had complete pain relief.All patients’pain was significantly relieved at immediate after surgery(0 vs.9,p<0.001)and at the final follow-up(0 vs.9,p<0.001),with lower NRS scores.Complications,including vertigo,headache,and transient facial numbness,occurred in 14.4%of patients and were manageable.展开更多
In this editorial,the authors of this paper comment on the article by Bokov et al published in the recent issue of World Journal of Orthopedics.We reviewed a general overview of oblique lumbar interbody fusions(OLIF)a...In this editorial,the authors of this paper comment on the article by Bokov et al published in the recent issue of World Journal of Orthopedics.We reviewed a general overview of oblique lumbar interbody fusions(OLIF)and lateral lumbar interbody fusions(LLIF),their indications and complications as an increasingly popular minimally invasive technique to address several lumbar pathologies.This editorial thoroughly discusses and reviews the literature regarding factors affecting outcomes of indirect decompression utilized through OLIF and LLIF procedures.Several parameters play a critical role in patient outcomes including restoration of disc height,foraminal height,central canal squared,and foraminal area.The indirect decompression allows for unbuckling of the ligamentum flavum which can significantly decompress the neural elements as well as aid in reduction of spondylolisthesis.However,the authors further highlight the limitations of indirect decompression and factors that may predict unsuccessful outcomes including bony foraminal stenosis,severe central canal stenosis,and osteoporosis.As a result,failure of indirect decompression can lead to persistent pain,radiculopathy and unsatisfied patients.Spinal surgeons may be left to reimage patients and consider additional procedures with direct decompression.展开更多
BACKGROUND Acute colonic pseudo-obstruction(ACPO)is defined as colonic obstruction without a mechanical or extrinsic inflammatory factor.Colonic decompression is advised for patients with ACPO after the failure of con...BACKGROUND Acute colonic pseudo-obstruction(ACPO)is defined as colonic obstruction without a mechanical or extrinsic inflammatory factor.Colonic decompression is advised for patients with ACPO after the failure of conservative and medical management.AIM To systematically review and analyze the efficacy and safety of colonoscopic decompression in ACPO.METHODS A search was conducted in MEDLINE,EMBASE,and Scopus from inception to August 2024.Studies reporting the clinical success,perforation,recurrence,and need for surgery after colonoscopic decompression in ACPO were included.A random-effects inverse-variance model was used to calculate the pooled proportion.RESULTS Sixteen studies were included in the final analysis.The pooled rates of success after the first session of colonoscopic decompression and overall success were 78.8%(95%CI:72.0-85.6)and 91.5%(95%CI:87.0-96.0),respectively.The first session of colonoscopic decompression had a significantly higher success than the first dose of neostigmine with OR 3.85(95%CI:2.00-7.42).The pooled incidence of perforation was 0.9%(95%CI:0.0-2.0),while recurrence was observed in 17.1%(95%CI:12.9-21.3)of the patients after clinical success.The pooled rates of surgery in all cases undergoing colonoscopic decompression and those who had a successful procedure were 10.5%(95%CI:5.0-15.9)and 3.7%(95%CI:0.3-7.1),respectively.Subgroup analysis,excluding the low-quality studies,did not significantly change the event rates.CONCLUSION Colonoscopic decompression for ACPO is associated with a clinical success rate of>90%with a perforation rate of<1%,demonstrating high efficacy and safety.展开更多
Endoscopic transnasal optic nerve decompression surgery plays a crucial role in minimal invasive treatment of complex traumatic optic neuropathy.However,a major challenge faced during the procedure is the inability to...Endoscopic transnasal optic nerve decompression surgery plays a crucial role in minimal invasive treatment of complex traumatic optic neuropathy.However,a major challenge faced during the procedure is the inability to visualize the optic nerve intraoperatively.To address this issue,an endoscopic image-based augmented reality surgical navigation system is developed in this study.The system aims to virtually fuse the optic nerve onto the endoscopic images,assisting surgeons in determining the optic nerve’s position and reducing surgical risks.First,a calibration algorithm based on a checkerboard grid of immobile points is proposed,building upon existing calibration methods.Additionally,to tackle accuracy issues associated with augmented reality technology,an optical navigation and visual fusion compensation algorithm is proposed to improve the intraoperative tracking accuracy.To evaluate the system’s performance,model experiments were meticulously designed and conducted.The results confirm the accuracy and stability of the proposed system,with an average tracking error of(0.99±0.46)mm.This outcome demonstrates the effectiveness of the proposed algorithm in improving the augmented reality surgical navigation system’s accuracy.Furthermore,the system successfully displays hidden optic nerves and other deep tissues,thus showcasing the promising potential for future applications in orbital and maxillofacial surgery.展开更多
Ternary hydrides, with their superior chemical and structural flexibility over binary systems, open up new avenues for advancing high-performance superconductor research. The Y-Ca-H system is a promising candidate for...Ternary hydrides, with their superior chemical and structural flexibility over binary systems, open up new avenues for advancing high-performance superconductor research. The Y-Ca-H system is a promising candidate for high-temperature superconductors, as both Im3m YH_(6) and Im3m CaH_(6) exhibit similar structures and excellent superconducting properties, while Y and Ca atoms possess close atomic radii and electronegativities.Here, we report the successful synthesis of Im3m(Y, Ca)H_(6) achieving a maximum superconducting transition temperature(T_(c)) approximately 224 K at 155 GPa through five independent high-temperature and high-pressure experiments. Remarkably, the T_(c) of Im3m(Y, Ca)H_(6) remains highly stable(ΔT_(c) ≤ 1 K) during decompression between 148 and 165 GPa, significantly outperforming binary Im3m CaH_(6) and Im3m YH_(6). The enhanced superconducting properties may stem from the cooperative chemical template effect of Y and Ca atoms near the s-d border, which significantly reinforces H lattice stability and thus maintains superior superconductivity.This study highlights the potential of multicomponent cooperative effects in designing hydride superconductors,offering new insights for achieving high-T_(c) hydrides at lower pressures in the future.展开更多
Dear Editor,Ocular decompression retinopathy(ODR),which manifests as diffuse retinal hemorrhage occurring abruptly in multiple locations,including the subretinal,intraretinal,and preretinal spaces,is a rare complicati...Dear Editor,Ocular decompression retinopathy(ODR),which manifests as diffuse retinal hemorrhage occurring abruptly in multiple locations,including the subretinal,intraretinal,and preretinal spaces,is a rare complication after glaucoma surgery and is caused by sudden,iatrogenic lowering of intraocular pressure(IOP).Implicated procedures include glaucoma drainage implantation,trabeculectomy,iridotomy,and even cataract surgery[1].One report described a case of ocular decompression management following uncomplicated cataract surgery with no posterior capsular rupture or other intraoperative complications[2].Here,we report a rare case of ODR triggered by phacoemulsification and the use of systemic chemotherapeutic drugs in a patient with primary acute angleclosure glaucoma(PACG).The case not only improves our understanding of potential side effects of chemotherapeutic drugs on ophthalmic surgery but may also serve as a reference for clinicians in the management of patients with glaucoma with similar medical histories.展开更多
Dear Editor,We present the first time,a case of a patient developed cerebrospinal fluid(CSF)leak and pneumocranium following optic canal decompression(OCD).INTRODUCTION Indirect traumatic optic neuropathy(ITON)impairs...Dear Editor,We present the first time,a case of a patient developed cerebrospinal fluid(CSF)leak and pneumocranium following optic canal decompression(OCD).INTRODUCTION Indirect traumatic optic neuropathy(ITON)impairs visual functions and quality of life.Endoscopic transnasal optic canal decompression(ETOCD)is one of the standard treatment strategies for the ITON.During the ETOCD,the optic nerve sheath are usually incised for sufficient decompression of optic nerve after removal of optic canal,which is associated with complications like CSF leakage,ophthalmic artery injury,and optic nerve injury[1].Generally,the mild CSF leak is common and can heal spontaneously using conventional treatment,the severe CSF leak requires surgical repair[2].展开更多
BACKGROUND Indirect decompression is one of the potential benefits of anterior reconstruction in patients with spinal stenosis.On the other hand,the reported rate of revision surgery after indirect decompression highl...BACKGROUND Indirect decompression is one of the potential benefits of anterior reconstruction in patients with spinal stenosis.On the other hand,the reported rate of revision surgery after indirect decompression highlights the necessity of working out prediction models for the radiographic results of indirect decompression with assessing their clinical relevance.AIM To assess factors that influence radiographic and clinical results of the indirect decompression in patients with stenosis of the lumbar spine.METHODS This study is a single-center cross-sectional evaluation of 80 consecutive patients(17 males and 63 females)with lumbar spinal stenosis combined with the instability of the lumbar spinal segment.Patients underwent single level or bisegmental spinal instrumentation employing oblique lumbar interbody fusion(OLIF)with percutaneous pedicle screw fixation.Radiographic results of the indirect decompression were assessed using computerized tomography,while MacNab scale was used to assess clinical results.RESULTS After indirect decompression employing anterior reconstruction using OLIF,the statistically significant increase in the disc space height,vertebral canal square,right and left lateral canal depth were detected(Р<0.0001).The median(M)relative vertebral canal square increase came toМ=24.5%with 25%-75%quartile border(16.3%;33.3%)if indirect decompression was achieved by restoration of the segment height.In patients with the reduction of the upper vertebrae slip,the median of the relative increase in vertebral canal square accounted for 49.5%with 25%-75%quartile border(2.35;99.75).Six out of 80 patients(7.5%)presented with unsatisfactory results because of residual nerve root compression.The critical values for lateral recess depth and vertebral canal square that were associated with indirect decompression failure were 3 mm and 80 mm2 respectively.CONCLUSION Indirect decompression employing anterior reconstruction is achieved by the increase in disc height along the posterior boarder and reduction of the slipped vertebrae in patients with degenerative spondylolisthesis.Vertebral canal square below 80 mm2 and lateral recess depth less than 3 mm are associated with indirect decompression failures that require direct microsurgical decompression.展开更多
Objective: Thorough, prompt enteral decompression technique without contamination was de- veloped to ensure safety for emergent colon resection and primary anastomosis. Methods: After isolating the mesentery, the “to...Objective: Thorough, prompt enteral decompression technique without contamination was de- veloped to ensure safety for emergent colon resection and primary anastomosis. Methods: After isolating the mesentery, the “to be resected colon segment” was cut at its lower end, then the proximal cut end was put into a plastic bag which was adhered to one side of the operating table. After releasing the clamp, the content could ?ow into this bag. The operator could squeeze the bowel with two hands by turns, from proximal to farness, and from small bowel to large bowel, until the entire bowel content was fully discharged. Then the upper end of this “to be resected colon segment” was cut, and was removed together with the plastic bag. Results: 31 cases of left colon cancer with acute obstruction were decompressed with this technique. They all recovered smoothly, without anastomosis ?stula. Another 6 cases of hepatic seg- mentectomy with incidental colonectomy were decompressed with this technique and had the same results. This technique was also used in di?erent kinds of acute small intestinal obstruction and gained satisfactory results. Conclusion: This technique could be considered as the preferable choice for intraoperative enteral decompression.展开更多
Background:Although decompression surgery is the optimal treatment for patients with severe degenerative cervical myelopathy(DCM),some individuals experience no improvement or even a decline in neurological function a...Background:Although decompression surgery is the optimal treatment for patients with severe degenerative cervical myelopathy(DCM),some individuals experience no improvement or even a decline in neurological function after surgery,with spinal cord ischemia–reperfusion injury(SCII)identified as the primary cause.Spinal cord compression results in local ischemia and blood perfusion following decompression is fundamental to SCII.However,owing to inadequate perioperative blood flow monitoring,direct evidence regarding the occurrence of SCII after decompression is lacking.The objective of this study was to establish a suitable animal model for investigating the underlying mechanism of spinal cord ischemia–reperfusion injury following decom-pression surgery for degenerative cervical myelopathy(DCM)and to elucidate alterations in neurological function and local blood flow within the spinal cord before and after decompression.Methods:Twenty-four Sprague–Dawley rats were allocated to three groups:the DCM group(cervical compression group,with implanted compression material in the spinal canal,n=8),the DCM-D group(cervical decompression group,with removal of compression material from the spinal canal 4 weeks after implantation,n=8),and the SHAM group(sham operation,n=8).Von Frey test,forepaw grip strength,and gait were assessed within 4 weeks post-implantation.Spinal cord compression was evaluated using magnetic resonance imaging.Local blood flow in the spinal cord was monitored during the perioperative decompression.The rats were sacrificed 1 week after decompression to observe morphological changes in the compressed or decompressed segments of the spinal cord.Additionally,NeuN expression and the oxidative damage marker 8-oxoG DNA were analyzed.Results:Following spinal cord compression,abnormal mechanical pain worsened,and a decrease in forepaw grip strength was observed within 1–4 weeks.Upon decompression,the abnormal mechanical pain subsided,and forepaw grip strength was restored;however,neither reached the level of the sham operation group.Decompression leads to an increase in the local blood flow,indicating improved perfusion of the spinal cord.The number of NeuN-positive cells in the spinal cord of rats in the DCM-D group exceeded that in the DCM group but remained lower than that in the SHAM group.Notably,a higher level of 8-oxoG DNA expression was observed,suggesting oxidative stress following spinal cord decompression.Conclusion:This model is deemed suitable for analyzing the underlying mechanism of SCII following decompressive cervical laminectomy,as we posit that the obtained results are comparable to the clinical progression of degenerative cervical myelopathy(DCM)post-decompression and exhibit analogous neurological alterations.Notably,this model revealed ischemic reperfusion in the spinal cord after decompression,concomitant with oxidative damage,which plausibly underlies the neurological deterioration observed after decompression.展开更多
With the increase in the quantity and scale of Static Random-Access Memory Field Programmable Gate Arrays (SRAM-based FPGAs) for aerospace application, the volume of FPGA configuration bit files that must be stored ha...With the increase in the quantity and scale of Static Random-Access Memory Field Programmable Gate Arrays (SRAM-based FPGAs) for aerospace application, the volume of FPGA configuration bit files that must be stored has increased dramatically. The use of compression techniques for these bitstream files is emerging as a key strategy to alleviate the burden on storage resources. Due to the severe resource constraints of space-based electronics and the unique application environment, the simplicity, efficiency and robustness of the decompression circuitry is also a key design consideration. Through comparative analysis current bitstream file compression technologies, this research suggests that the Lempel Ziv Oberhumer (LZO) compression algorithm is more suitable for satellite applications. This paper also delves into the compression process and format of the LZO compression algorithm, as well as the inherent characteristics of configuration bitstream files. We propose an improved algorithm based on LZO for bitstream file compression, which optimises the compression process by refining the format and reducing the offset. Furthermore, a low-cost, robust decompression hardware architecture is proposed based on this method. Experimental results show that the compression speed of the improved LZO algorithm is increased by 3%, the decompression hardware cost is reduced by approximately 60%, and the compression ratio is slightly reduced by 0.47%.展开更多
The progressive failure characteristics of geomaterial are a remarkable and challenging topic in geotechnical engineering.To study the effect of salt content and temperature on the progressive failure characteristics ...The progressive failure characteristics of geomaterial are a remarkable and challenging topic in geotechnical engineering.To study the effect of salt content and temperature on the progressive failure characteristics of frozen sodium sulfate saline sandy soil,a series of uniaxial compression tests were performed by integrating digital image correlation(DIC)technology into the testing apparatus.The evolution law of the uniaxial compression strength(UCS),the failure strain,and the formation of the shear band of the frozen sodium sulfate saline sandy soil were analyzed.The test results show that within the scope of this study,with the increase of salt content,both the UCS and the shear band angle initially decrease with increasing salt content before showing an increase.In contrast,the failure strain and the width of the shear band exhibit an initial increase followed by a decrease in the samples.In addition,to investigate the brittle failure characteristics of frozen sodium sulfate saline sandy soil,two classic brittleness evaluation methods were employed to quantitatively assess the brittleness level for the soil samples.The findings suggest that the failure characteristics under all test conditions in this study belong to the transition stage between brittle and ductile,indicating that frozen sodium sulfate saline sandy soil exhibits certain brittle behavior under uniaxial compression conditions,and the brittleness index basically decreases and then increases with the rise in salt content.展开更多
Introduction: Stroke is a worldwide leading cause of mortality and disability, and there are substantial economic costs for post-stroke. A large hemispheric ischemic stroke is a severe form of stroke that may occur in...Introduction: Stroke is a worldwide leading cause of mortality and disability, and there are substantial economic costs for post-stroke. A large hemispheric ischemic stroke is a severe form of stroke that may occur in up to 10% of stroke cases. In these cases, decompressive craniectomy (DC) is an effective strategy to reduce early case fatality. In this study, the authors present their experience in the management of large hemispheric stroke in patients who underwent decompressive craniectomy. Patients and Methods: This study is a retrospective analysis of 9 patients who underwent decompressive craniotomy for large hemispheric stroke from February 2021 to January 2024. Demographic, clinical, and radiologic variables were collected from the hospital archives. All patients underwent head CT scan or MRI showing the involvement of the majority or complete middle cerebral artery distribution area. Hemicraniectomy with duraplasty was the main surgical procedure. The mortality and the outcome using Modified Rankin Scale (mRS) were reported. Results: A total of 9 patients with large hemispheric stroke who underwent DC were reviewed retrospectively. The mean age was 53 years with extremes of 39- and 67-year-old. There were 6 males and 3 females. The main risk factors of stroke were hypertension and diabetes in 5 and 3 cases, respectively. The large craniectomy was made and the dura was opened in the stellate fashion. Duraplasty was performed using epicrane in 7 patients and fascia lata aponeurosis in 2 patients. In the postoperative course, 4 (44%) patients died in 1 month and the mortality rate was 66.6% in 6 months. Conclusion: Decompressive craniectomy is a life-saving procedure used to manage cerebral edema after stroke onset. In our study, the high mortality rate could be explained by many factors, such as patient selection criteria and timing of surgery. Early surgery within the first 48 hours in patients less than 60 years old with large hemispheric stroke is recommended.展开更多
The effect of deformation resistance of AlCr_(1.3)TiNi_(2) eutectic high-entropy alloys under various current densities and strain rates was investigated during electrically-assisted compression.Results show that at c...The effect of deformation resistance of AlCr_(1.3)TiNi_(2) eutectic high-entropy alloys under various current densities and strain rates was investigated during electrically-assisted compression.Results show that at current density of 60 A/mm^(2) and strain rate of 0.1 s^(−1),the ultimate tensile stress shows a significant decrease from approximately 3000 MPa to 1900 MPa with reduction ratio of about 36.7%.However,as current density increases,elongation decreases due to intermediate temperature embrittlement.This is because the current induces Joule effect,which then leads to stress concentration and more defect formation.Moreover,the flow stress is decreased with the increase in strain rate at constant current density.展开更多
The mechanical behavior of cemented gangue backfill materials(CGBMs)is closely related to particle size distribution(PSD)of aggregates and properties of cementitious materials.Consequently,the true triaxial compressio...The mechanical behavior of cemented gangue backfill materials(CGBMs)is closely related to particle size distribution(PSD)of aggregates and properties of cementitious materials.Consequently,the true triaxial compression tests,CT scanning,SEM,and EDS tests were conducted on cemented gangue backfill samples(CGBSs)with various carbon nanotube concentrations(P_(CNT))that satisfied fractal theory for the PSD of aggregates.The mechanical properties,energy dissipations,and failure mechanisms of the CGBSs under true triaxial compression were systematically analyzed.The results indicate that appropriate carbon nanotubes(CNTs)effectively enhance the mechanical properties and energy dissipations of CGBSs through micropore filling and microcrack bridging,and the optimal effect appears at P_(CNT)of 0.08wt%.Taking PSD fractal dimension(D)of 2.500 as an example,compared to that of CGBS without CNT,the peak strength(σ_(p)),axial peak strain(ε_(1,p)),elastic strain energy(Ue),and dissipated energy(U_(d))increased by 12.76%,29.60%,19.05%,and90.39%,respectively.However,excessive CNTs can reduce the mechanical properties of CGBSs due to CNT agglomeration,manifesting a decrease inρ_(p),ε_(1,p),and the volumetric strain increment(Δε_(v))when P_(CNT)increases from 0.08wt%to 0.12wt%.Moreover,the addition of CNTs improved the integrity of CGBS after macroscopic failure,and crack extension in CGBSs appeared in two modes:detour and pass through the aggregates.Theσ_(p)and U_(d)firstly increase and then decrease with increasing D,and porosity shows the opposite trend.Theε_(1,p)andΔε_(v)are negatively correlated with D,and CGBS with D=2.150 has the maximum deformation parameters(ε_(1,p)=0.05079,Δε_(v)=0.01990)due to the frictional slip effect caused by coarse aggregates.With increasing D,the failure modes of CGBSs are sequentially manifested as oblique shear failure,"Y-shaped"shear failure,and conjugate shear failure.展开更多
AZ31/Al/Ta composites were prepared using the vacuum hot compression bonding(VHCB)method.The effect of hot compressing temperature on the interface microstructure evolution,phase constitution,and shear strength at the...AZ31/Al/Ta composites were prepared using the vacuum hot compression bonding(VHCB)method.The effect of hot compressing temperature on the interface microstructure evolution,phase constitution,and shear strength at the interface was investigated.Moreover,the interface bonding mechanisms of the AZ31/Al/Ta composites during the VHCB process were explored.The results demonstrate that as the VHCB temperature increases,the phase composition of the interface between Mg and Al changes from the Mg-Al brittle intermetallic compounds(Al_(12)Mg_(17)and Al_(3)Mg_(2))to the Al-Mg solid solution.Meanwhile,the width of the Al/Ta interface diffusion layer at 450℃increases compared to that at 400℃.The shear strengths are 24 and 46 MPa at 400 and 450℃,respectively.The interfacial bonding mechanism of AZ31/Al/Ta composites involves the coexistence of diffusion and mechanical meshing.Avoiding the formation of brittle phases at the interface can significantly improve interfacial bonding strength.展开更多
Data compression plays a vital role in datamanagement and information theory by reducing redundancy.However,it lacks built-in security features such as secret keys or password-based access control,leaving sensitive da...Data compression plays a vital role in datamanagement and information theory by reducing redundancy.However,it lacks built-in security features such as secret keys or password-based access control,leaving sensitive data vulnerable to unauthorized access and misuse.With the exponential growth of digital data,robust security measures are essential.Data encryption,a widely used approach,ensures data confidentiality by making it unreadable and unalterable through secret key control.Despite their individual benefits,both require significant computational resources.Additionally,performing them separately for the same data increases complexity and processing time.Recognizing the need for integrated approaches that balance compression ratios and security levels,this research proposes an integrated data compression and encryption algorithm,named IDCE,for enhanced security and efficiency.Thealgorithmoperates on 128-bit block sizes and a 256-bit secret key length.It combines Huffman coding for compression and a Tent map for encryption.Additionally,an iterative Arnold cat map further enhances cryptographic confusion properties.Experimental analysis validates the effectiveness of the proposed algorithm,showcasing competitive performance in terms of compression ratio,security,and overall efficiency when compared to prior algorithms in the field.展开更多
BACKGROUND Traumatic subdural effusion is a common complication of traumatic brain injury,especially after decompressive craniectomy(DC).For neurosurgeons,early diagnosis and timely treatment are particularly importan...BACKGROUND Traumatic subdural effusion is a common complication of traumatic brain injury,especially after decompressive craniectomy(DC).For neurosurgeons,early diagnosis and timely treatment are particularly important,which can help improve patient prognosis and enhance quality of life.CASE SUMMARY A 47 year old male underwent DC for traumatic brain herniation.After surgery,he developed stubborn subdural effusion(SDE)on the contralateral side and underwent multiple subdural drilling and drainage surgeries,but only temporarily improved the patient’s symptoms.After the final cranioplasty,the contralateral SDE completely disappeared.The patient did not experience any new contralateral neurological dysfunction,and the Glasgow prognostic score was 11 points(E4V1M6).CONCLUSION For neurosurgeons,accurate assessment of the condition is necessary when treating patients with stubborn SDE after DC surgery,and timely cranioplasty can be performed to avoid multiple surgeries.This is a safe and effective surgical method for treating traumatic subdural effusion.展开更多
An additional hot compression process was applied to a dilute Mg−Mn−Zn alloy post-extrusion.The alloy was extruded at 150℃ with an extrusion ratio of 15:1 and subsequently hot-compressed at 180℃ with a true strain o...An additional hot compression process was applied to a dilute Mg−Mn−Zn alloy post-extrusion.The alloy was extruded at 150℃ with an extrusion ratio of 15:1 and subsequently hot-compressed at 180℃ with a true strain of 0.9 along the extrusion direction.The microstructure,mechanical properties and thermal conductivity of as-extruded and as-hot compressed Mg−Mn−Zn alloys were investigated using optical microscopy,scanning electron microscopy,electron backscattering diffraction,and transmission electron microscopy.The aim was to concurrently enhance both strength and thermal conductivity by fostering uniform and refined microstructures while mitigating basal texture intensity.Substantial improvements were observed in yield strength(YS),ultimate tensile strength(UTS),and elongation(EL),with increase of 77%,53% and 10%,respectively.Additionally,thermal conductivity demonstrated a notable enhancement,rising from 111 to 125 W/(m·K).The underlying mechanism driving these improvements through the supplementary hot compression step was thoroughly elucidated.This study presents a promising pathway for the advancement of Mg alloys characterized by superior thermal and mechanical properties.展开更多
In recent years,video coding has been widely applied in the field of video image processing to remove redundant information and improve data transmission efficiency.However,during the video coding process,irrelevant o...In recent years,video coding has been widely applied in the field of video image processing to remove redundant information and improve data transmission efficiency.However,during the video coding process,irrelevant objects such as background elements are often encoded due to environmental disturbances,resulting in the wastage of computational resources.Existing research on video coding efficiency optimization primarily focuses on optimizing encoding units during intra-frame or inter frame prediction after the generation of coding units,neglecting the optimization of video images before coding unit generation.To address this challenge,This work proposes an image semantic segmentation compression algorithm based on macroblock encoding,called image semantic segmentation compression algorithm based on macroblock encoding(ISSC-ME),which consists of three modules.(1)The semantic label generation module generates interesting object labels using a grid-based approach to reduce redundant coding of consecutive frames.(2)The image segmentation network module generates a semantic segmentation image using U-Net.(3)The macroblock coding module,is a block segmentation-based video encoding and decoding algorithm used to compress images and improve video transmission efficiency.Experimental results show that the proposed image semantic segmentation optimization algorithm can reduce the computational costs,and improve the overall accuracy by 1.00%and the mean intersection over union(IoU)by 1.20%.In addition,the proposed compression algorithm utilizes macroblock fusion,resulting in the image compression rate achieving 80.64%.It has been proven that the proposed algorithm greatly reduces data storage and transmission,and enables fast image compression processing at the millisecond level.展开更多
基金supported by financial assistance from the Zhejiang Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China under Grant No.LY18H160020.
文摘Objective:Microvascular decompression(MVD)is the gold standard for treating drug-resistant classic trigeminal neuralgia(dcTN),with endoscopy enhancing surgical precision through improved visualization.This study evaluates the efficacy of fully endoscopic MVD for dcTN and presents our early experience.Methods:This retrospective study included patients with dcTN who underwent fully endoscopic MVD in the Department of Neurosurgery,the First Affiliated Hospital,Zhejiang University School of Medicine from November 2020 to February 2023.We recorded basic patient clinical information,clinical outcomes,offending vessels,complications,and recurrences,and assessed outcomes via the Barrow Neurological Institute(BNI)pain intensity score and the numeric rating scale(NRS)score.Results:All 42 patients had dcTN with preoperative BNI scores of V and NRS scores of 8e10.Endoscopic visualization enabled the precise identification of neurovascular conflicts,including small and deeply located vessels.Immediately after surgery,90.5%of patients achieved complete pain relief(BNI score of I,NRS score of 0).At the final follow-up,85.7%of patients had complete pain relief.All patients’pain was significantly relieved at immediate after surgery(0 vs.9,p<0.001)and at the final follow-up(0 vs.9,p<0.001),with lower NRS scores.Complications,including vertigo,headache,and transient facial numbness,occurred in 14.4%of patients and were manageable.
文摘In this editorial,the authors of this paper comment on the article by Bokov et al published in the recent issue of World Journal of Orthopedics.We reviewed a general overview of oblique lumbar interbody fusions(OLIF)and lateral lumbar interbody fusions(LLIF),their indications and complications as an increasingly popular minimally invasive technique to address several lumbar pathologies.This editorial thoroughly discusses and reviews the literature regarding factors affecting outcomes of indirect decompression utilized through OLIF and LLIF procedures.Several parameters play a critical role in patient outcomes including restoration of disc height,foraminal height,central canal squared,and foraminal area.The indirect decompression allows for unbuckling of the ligamentum flavum which can significantly decompress the neural elements as well as aid in reduction of spondylolisthesis.However,the authors further highlight the limitations of indirect decompression and factors that may predict unsuccessful outcomes including bony foraminal stenosis,severe central canal stenosis,and osteoporosis.As a result,failure of indirect decompression can lead to persistent pain,radiculopathy and unsatisfied patients.Spinal surgeons may be left to reimage patients and consider additional procedures with direct decompression.
文摘BACKGROUND Acute colonic pseudo-obstruction(ACPO)is defined as colonic obstruction without a mechanical or extrinsic inflammatory factor.Colonic decompression is advised for patients with ACPO after the failure of conservative and medical management.AIM To systematically review and analyze the efficacy and safety of colonoscopic decompression in ACPO.METHODS A search was conducted in MEDLINE,EMBASE,and Scopus from inception to August 2024.Studies reporting the clinical success,perforation,recurrence,and need for surgery after colonoscopic decompression in ACPO were included.A random-effects inverse-variance model was used to calculate the pooled proportion.RESULTS Sixteen studies were included in the final analysis.The pooled rates of success after the first session of colonoscopic decompression and overall success were 78.8%(95%CI:72.0-85.6)and 91.5%(95%CI:87.0-96.0),respectively.The first session of colonoscopic decompression had a significantly higher success than the first dose of neostigmine with OR 3.85(95%CI:2.00-7.42).The pooled incidence of perforation was 0.9%(95%CI:0.0-2.0),while recurrence was observed in 17.1%(95%CI:12.9-21.3)of the patients after clinical success.The pooled rates of surgery in all cases undergoing colonoscopic decompression and those who had a successful procedure were 10.5%(95%CI:5.0-15.9)and 3.7%(95%CI:0.3-7.1),respectively.Subgroup analysis,excluding the low-quality studies,did not significantly change the event rates.CONCLUSION Colonoscopic decompression for ACPO is associated with a clinical success rate of>90%with a perforation rate of<1%,demonstrating high efficacy and safety.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.82330063 and M-0019)the Interdisciplinary Program of Shanghai Jiao Tong University(Nos.YG2022QN056,YG2023ZD19,and YG2023ZD15)+2 种基金the Cross Disciplinary Research Fund of Shanghai Ninth People’s Hospital,Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine(No.JYJC202115)the Translation Clinical R&D Project of Medical Robot of Shanghai Ninth People’s Hospital,Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine(No.IMR-NPH202002)the Shanghai Key Clinical Specialty,Shanghai Eye Disease Research Center(No.2022ZZ01003)。
文摘Endoscopic transnasal optic nerve decompression surgery plays a crucial role in minimal invasive treatment of complex traumatic optic neuropathy.However,a major challenge faced during the procedure is the inability to visualize the optic nerve intraoperatively.To address this issue,an endoscopic image-based augmented reality surgical navigation system is developed in this study.The system aims to virtually fuse the optic nerve onto the endoscopic images,assisting surgeons in determining the optic nerve’s position and reducing surgical risks.First,a calibration algorithm based on a checkerboard grid of immobile points is proposed,building upon existing calibration methods.Additionally,to tackle accuracy issues associated with augmented reality technology,an optical navigation and visual fusion compensation algorithm is proposed to improve the intraoperative tracking accuracy.To evaluate the system’s performance,model experiments were meticulously designed and conducted.The results confirm the accuracy and stability of the proposed system,with an average tracking error of(0.99±0.46)mm.This outcome demonstrates the effectiveness of the proposed algorithm in improving the augmented reality surgical navigation system’s accuracy.Furthermore,the system successfully displays hidden optic nerves and other deep tissues,thus showcasing the promising potential for future applications in orbital and maxillofacial surgery.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China (Grant No.2022YFA1405500)the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant No.52372257)。
文摘Ternary hydrides, with their superior chemical and structural flexibility over binary systems, open up new avenues for advancing high-performance superconductor research. The Y-Ca-H system is a promising candidate for high-temperature superconductors, as both Im3m YH_(6) and Im3m CaH_(6) exhibit similar structures and excellent superconducting properties, while Y and Ca atoms possess close atomic radii and electronegativities.Here, we report the successful synthesis of Im3m(Y, Ca)H_(6) achieving a maximum superconducting transition temperature(T_(c)) approximately 224 K at 155 GPa through five independent high-temperature and high-pressure experiments. Remarkably, the T_(c) of Im3m(Y, Ca)H_(6) remains highly stable(ΔT_(c) ≤ 1 K) during decompression between 148 and 165 GPa, significantly outperforming binary Im3m CaH_(6) and Im3m YH_(6). The enhanced superconducting properties may stem from the cooperative chemical template effect of Y and Ca atoms near the s-d border, which significantly reinforces H lattice stability and thus maintains superior superconductivity.This study highlights the potential of multicomponent cooperative effects in designing hydride superconductors,offering new insights for achieving high-T_(c) hydrides at lower pressures in the future.
文摘Dear Editor,Ocular decompression retinopathy(ODR),which manifests as diffuse retinal hemorrhage occurring abruptly in multiple locations,including the subretinal,intraretinal,and preretinal spaces,is a rare complication after glaucoma surgery and is caused by sudden,iatrogenic lowering of intraocular pressure(IOP).Implicated procedures include glaucoma drainage implantation,trabeculectomy,iridotomy,and even cataract surgery[1].One report described a case of ocular decompression management following uncomplicated cataract surgery with no posterior capsular rupture or other intraoperative complications[2].Here,we report a rare case of ODR triggered by phacoemulsification and the use of systemic chemotherapeutic drugs in a patient with primary acute angleclosure glaucoma(PACG).The case not only improves our understanding of potential side effects of chemotherapeutic drugs on ophthalmic surgery but may also serve as a reference for clinicians in the management of patients with glaucoma with similar medical histories.
文摘Dear Editor,We present the first time,a case of a patient developed cerebrospinal fluid(CSF)leak and pneumocranium following optic canal decompression(OCD).INTRODUCTION Indirect traumatic optic neuropathy(ITON)impairs visual functions and quality of life.Endoscopic transnasal optic canal decompression(ETOCD)is one of the standard treatment strategies for the ITON.During the ETOCD,the optic nerve sheath are usually incised for sufficient decompression of optic nerve after removal of optic canal,which is associated with complications like CSF leakage,ophthalmic artery injury,and optic nerve injury[1].Generally,the mild CSF leak is common and can heal spontaneously using conventional treatment,the severe CSF leak requires surgical repair[2].
文摘BACKGROUND Indirect decompression is one of the potential benefits of anterior reconstruction in patients with spinal stenosis.On the other hand,the reported rate of revision surgery after indirect decompression highlights the necessity of working out prediction models for the radiographic results of indirect decompression with assessing their clinical relevance.AIM To assess factors that influence radiographic and clinical results of the indirect decompression in patients with stenosis of the lumbar spine.METHODS This study is a single-center cross-sectional evaluation of 80 consecutive patients(17 males and 63 females)with lumbar spinal stenosis combined with the instability of the lumbar spinal segment.Patients underwent single level or bisegmental spinal instrumentation employing oblique lumbar interbody fusion(OLIF)with percutaneous pedicle screw fixation.Radiographic results of the indirect decompression were assessed using computerized tomography,while MacNab scale was used to assess clinical results.RESULTS After indirect decompression employing anterior reconstruction using OLIF,the statistically significant increase in the disc space height,vertebral canal square,right and left lateral canal depth were detected(Р<0.0001).The median(M)relative vertebral canal square increase came toМ=24.5%with 25%-75%quartile border(16.3%;33.3%)if indirect decompression was achieved by restoration of the segment height.In patients with the reduction of the upper vertebrae slip,the median of the relative increase in vertebral canal square accounted for 49.5%with 25%-75%quartile border(2.35;99.75).Six out of 80 patients(7.5%)presented with unsatisfactory results because of residual nerve root compression.The critical values for lateral recess depth and vertebral canal square that were associated with indirect decompression failure were 3 mm and 80 mm2 respectively.CONCLUSION Indirect decompression employing anterior reconstruction is achieved by the increase in disc height along the posterior boarder and reduction of the slipped vertebrae in patients with degenerative spondylolisthesis.Vertebral canal square below 80 mm2 and lateral recess depth less than 3 mm are associated with indirect decompression failures that require direct microsurgical decompression.
文摘Objective: Thorough, prompt enteral decompression technique without contamination was de- veloped to ensure safety for emergent colon resection and primary anastomosis. Methods: After isolating the mesentery, the “to be resected colon segment” was cut at its lower end, then the proximal cut end was put into a plastic bag which was adhered to one side of the operating table. After releasing the clamp, the content could ?ow into this bag. The operator could squeeze the bowel with two hands by turns, from proximal to farness, and from small bowel to large bowel, until the entire bowel content was fully discharged. Then the upper end of this “to be resected colon segment” was cut, and was removed together with the plastic bag. Results: 31 cases of left colon cancer with acute obstruction were decompressed with this technique. They all recovered smoothly, without anastomosis ?stula. Another 6 cases of hepatic seg- mentectomy with incidental colonectomy were decompressed with this technique and had the same results. This technique was also used in di?erent kinds of acute small intestinal obstruction and gained satisfactory results. Conclusion: This technique could be considered as the preferable choice for intraoperative enteral decompression.
基金Wangjing Hospital Affiliated to China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences,Grant/Award Number:WJYY-YJKT-2022-13。
文摘Background:Although decompression surgery is the optimal treatment for patients with severe degenerative cervical myelopathy(DCM),some individuals experience no improvement or even a decline in neurological function after surgery,with spinal cord ischemia–reperfusion injury(SCII)identified as the primary cause.Spinal cord compression results in local ischemia and blood perfusion following decompression is fundamental to SCII.However,owing to inadequate perioperative blood flow monitoring,direct evidence regarding the occurrence of SCII after decompression is lacking.The objective of this study was to establish a suitable animal model for investigating the underlying mechanism of spinal cord ischemia–reperfusion injury following decom-pression surgery for degenerative cervical myelopathy(DCM)and to elucidate alterations in neurological function and local blood flow within the spinal cord before and after decompression.Methods:Twenty-four Sprague–Dawley rats were allocated to three groups:the DCM group(cervical compression group,with implanted compression material in the spinal canal,n=8),the DCM-D group(cervical decompression group,with removal of compression material from the spinal canal 4 weeks after implantation,n=8),and the SHAM group(sham operation,n=8).Von Frey test,forepaw grip strength,and gait were assessed within 4 weeks post-implantation.Spinal cord compression was evaluated using magnetic resonance imaging.Local blood flow in the spinal cord was monitored during the perioperative decompression.The rats were sacrificed 1 week after decompression to observe morphological changes in the compressed or decompressed segments of the spinal cord.Additionally,NeuN expression and the oxidative damage marker 8-oxoG DNA were analyzed.Results:Following spinal cord compression,abnormal mechanical pain worsened,and a decrease in forepaw grip strength was observed within 1–4 weeks.Upon decompression,the abnormal mechanical pain subsided,and forepaw grip strength was restored;however,neither reached the level of the sham operation group.Decompression leads to an increase in the local blood flow,indicating improved perfusion of the spinal cord.The number of NeuN-positive cells in the spinal cord of rats in the DCM-D group exceeded that in the DCM group but remained lower than that in the SHAM group.Notably,a higher level of 8-oxoG DNA expression was observed,suggesting oxidative stress following spinal cord decompression.Conclusion:This model is deemed suitable for analyzing the underlying mechanism of SCII following decompressive cervical laminectomy,as we posit that the obtained results are comparable to the clinical progression of degenerative cervical myelopathy(DCM)post-decompression and exhibit analogous neurological alterations.Notably,this model revealed ischemic reperfusion in the spinal cord after decompression,concomitant with oxidative damage,which plausibly underlies the neurological deterioration observed after decompression.
基金supported in part by the National Key Laboratory of Science and Technology on Space Microwave(Grant Nos.HTKJ2022KL504009 and HTKJ2022KL5040010).
文摘With the increase in the quantity and scale of Static Random-Access Memory Field Programmable Gate Arrays (SRAM-based FPGAs) for aerospace application, the volume of FPGA configuration bit files that must be stored has increased dramatically. The use of compression techniques for these bitstream files is emerging as a key strategy to alleviate the burden on storage resources. Due to the severe resource constraints of space-based electronics and the unique application environment, the simplicity, efficiency and robustness of the decompression circuitry is also a key design consideration. Through comparative analysis current bitstream file compression technologies, this research suggests that the Lempel Ziv Oberhumer (LZO) compression algorithm is more suitable for satellite applications. This paper also delves into the compression process and format of the LZO compression algorithm, as well as the inherent characteristics of configuration bitstream files. We propose an improved algorithm based on LZO for bitstream file compression, which optimises the compression process by refining the format and reducing the offset. Furthermore, a low-cost, robust decompression hardware architecture is proposed based on this method. Experimental results show that the compression speed of the improved LZO algorithm is increased by 3%, the decompression hardware cost is reduced by approximately 60%, and the compression ratio is slightly reduced by 0.47%.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.42372312,and 42172299)the Pyramid Talent Training Project of Beijing University of Civil Engineering and Architecture(Grant No.JDYC20220807).
文摘The progressive failure characteristics of geomaterial are a remarkable and challenging topic in geotechnical engineering.To study the effect of salt content and temperature on the progressive failure characteristics of frozen sodium sulfate saline sandy soil,a series of uniaxial compression tests were performed by integrating digital image correlation(DIC)technology into the testing apparatus.The evolution law of the uniaxial compression strength(UCS),the failure strain,and the formation of the shear band of the frozen sodium sulfate saline sandy soil were analyzed.The test results show that within the scope of this study,with the increase of salt content,both the UCS and the shear band angle initially decrease with increasing salt content before showing an increase.In contrast,the failure strain and the width of the shear band exhibit an initial increase followed by a decrease in the samples.In addition,to investigate the brittle failure characteristics of frozen sodium sulfate saline sandy soil,two classic brittleness evaluation methods were employed to quantitatively assess the brittleness level for the soil samples.The findings suggest that the failure characteristics under all test conditions in this study belong to the transition stage between brittle and ductile,indicating that frozen sodium sulfate saline sandy soil exhibits certain brittle behavior under uniaxial compression conditions,and the brittleness index basically decreases and then increases with the rise in salt content.
文摘Introduction: Stroke is a worldwide leading cause of mortality and disability, and there are substantial economic costs for post-stroke. A large hemispheric ischemic stroke is a severe form of stroke that may occur in up to 10% of stroke cases. In these cases, decompressive craniectomy (DC) is an effective strategy to reduce early case fatality. In this study, the authors present their experience in the management of large hemispheric stroke in patients who underwent decompressive craniectomy. Patients and Methods: This study is a retrospective analysis of 9 patients who underwent decompressive craniotomy for large hemispheric stroke from February 2021 to January 2024. Demographic, clinical, and radiologic variables were collected from the hospital archives. All patients underwent head CT scan or MRI showing the involvement of the majority or complete middle cerebral artery distribution area. Hemicraniectomy with duraplasty was the main surgical procedure. The mortality and the outcome using Modified Rankin Scale (mRS) were reported. Results: A total of 9 patients with large hemispheric stroke who underwent DC were reviewed retrospectively. The mean age was 53 years with extremes of 39- and 67-year-old. There were 6 males and 3 females. The main risk factors of stroke were hypertension and diabetes in 5 and 3 cases, respectively. The large craniectomy was made and the dura was opened in the stellate fashion. Duraplasty was performed using epicrane in 7 patients and fascia lata aponeurosis in 2 patients. In the postoperative course, 4 (44%) patients died in 1 month and the mortality rate was 66.6% in 6 months. Conclusion: Decompressive craniectomy is a life-saving procedure used to manage cerebral edema after stroke onset. In our study, the high mortality rate could be explained by many factors, such as patient selection criteria and timing of surgery. Early surgery within the first 48 hours in patients less than 60 years old with large hemispheric stroke is recommended.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China(52305349)Heilongjiang Touyan Team(HITTY-20190036)+2 种基金Heilongjiang Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China(LH2023E033)CGN-HIT Advanced Nuclear and New Energy Research Institute(CGN-HIT202305)Natural Science Basic Research Program of Shaanxi Province(2023-JC-QN-0518)。
文摘The effect of deformation resistance of AlCr_(1.3)TiNi_(2) eutectic high-entropy alloys under various current densities and strain rates was investigated during electrically-assisted compression.Results show that at current density of 60 A/mm^(2) and strain rate of 0.1 s^(−1),the ultimate tensile stress shows a significant decrease from approximately 3000 MPa to 1900 MPa with reduction ratio of about 36.7%.However,as current density increases,elongation decreases due to intermediate temperature embrittlement.This is because the current induces Joule effect,which then leads to stress concentration and more defect formation.Moreover,the flow stress is decreased with the increase in strain rate at constant current density.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52174092,51904290,and 52374147)the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province,China(No.BK20220157)+2 种基金the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities,China(No.2022YCPY0202)the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2023YFC3804204)the Major Program of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region S cience and Technology(No.2023A01002)。
文摘The mechanical behavior of cemented gangue backfill materials(CGBMs)is closely related to particle size distribution(PSD)of aggregates and properties of cementitious materials.Consequently,the true triaxial compression tests,CT scanning,SEM,and EDS tests were conducted on cemented gangue backfill samples(CGBSs)with various carbon nanotube concentrations(P_(CNT))that satisfied fractal theory for the PSD of aggregates.The mechanical properties,energy dissipations,and failure mechanisms of the CGBSs under true triaxial compression were systematically analyzed.The results indicate that appropriate carbon nanotubes(CNTs)effectively enhance the mechanical properties and energy dissipations of CGBSs through micropore filling and microcrack bridging,and the optimal effect appears at P_(CNT)of 0.08wt%.Taking PSD fractal dimension(D)of 2.500 as an example,compared to that of CGBS without CNT,the peak strength(σ_(p)),axial peak strain(ε_(1,p)),elastic strain energy(Ue),and dissipated energy(U_(d))increased by 12.76%,29.60%,19.05%,and90.39%,respectively.However,excessive CNTs can reduce the mechanical properties of CGBSs due to CNT agglomeration,manifesting a decrease inρ_(p),ε_(1,p),and the volumetric strain increment(Δε_(v))when P_(CNT)increases from 0.08wt%to 0.12wt%.Moreover,the addition of CNTs improved the integrity of CGBS after macroscopic failure,and crack extension in CGBSs appeared in two modes:detour and pass through the aggregates.Theσ_(p)and U_(d)firstly increase and then decrease with increasing D,and porosity shows the opposite trend.Theε_(1,p)andΔε_(v)are negatively correlated with D,and CGBS with D=2.150 has the maximum deformation parameters(ε_(1,p)=0.05079,Δε_(v)=0.01990)due to the frictional slip effect caused by coarse aggregates.With increasing D,the failure modes of CGBSs are sequentially manifested as oblique shear failure,"Y-shaped"shear failure,and conjugate shear failure.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China(52275308,52301146)Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(2023JG007)Supported by Shi Changxu Innovation Center for Advanced Materials(SCXKFJJ202207)。
文摘AZ31/Al/Ta composites were prepared using the vacuum hot compression bonding(VHCB)method.The effect of hot compressing temperature on the interface microstructure evolution,phase constitution,and shear strength at the interface was investigated.Moreover,the interface bonding mechanisms of the AZ31/Al/Ta composites during the VHCB process were explored.The results demonstrate that as the VHCB temperature increases,the phase composition of the interface between Mg and Al changes from the Mg-Al brittle intermetallic compounds(Al_(12)Mg_(17)and Al_(3)Mg_(2))to the Al-Mg solid solution.Meanwhile,the width of the Al/Ta interface diffusion layer at 450℃increases compared to that at 400℃.The shear strengths are 24 and 46 MPa at 400 and 450℃,respectively.The interfacial bonding mechanism of AZ31/Al/Ta composites involves the coexistence of diffusion and mechanical meshing.Avoiding the formation of brittle phases at the interface can significantly improve interfacial bonding strength.
基金the Deanship of Graduate Studies and Scientific Research at Qassim University for financial support(QU-APC-2025).
文摘Data compression plays a vital role in datamanagement and information theory by reducing redundancy.However,it lacks built-in security features such as secret keys or password-based access control,leaving sensitive data vulnerable to unauthorized access and misuse.With the exponential growth of digital data,robust security measures are essential.Data encryption,a widely used approach,ensures data confidentiality by making it unreadable and unalterable through secret key control.Despite their individual benefits,both require significant computational resources.Additionally,performing them separately for the same data increases complexity and processing time.Recognizing the need for integrated approaches that balance compression ratios and security levels,this research proposes an integrated data compression and encryption algorithm,named IDCE,for enhanced security and efficiency.Thealgorithmoperates on 128-bit block sizes and a 256-bit secret key length.It combines Huffman coding for compression and a Tent map for encryption.Additionally,an iterative Arnold cat map further enhances cryptographic confusion properties.Experimental analysis validates the effectiveness of the proposed algorithm,showcasing competitive performance in terms of compression ratio,security,and overall efficiency when compared to prior algorithms in the field.
文摘BACKGROUND Traumatic subdural effusion is a common complication of traumatic brain injury,especially after decompressive craniectomy(DC).For neurosurgeons,early diagnosis and timely treatment are particularly important,which can help improve patient prognosis and enhance quality of life.CASE SUMMARY A 47 year old male underwent DC for traumatic brain herniation.After surgery,he developed stubborn subdural effusion(SDE)on the contralateral side and underwent multiple subdural drilling and drainage surgeries,but only temporarily improved the patient’s symptoms.After the final cranioplasty,the contralateral SDE completely disappeared.The patient did not experience any new contralateral neurological dysfunction,and the Glasgow prognostic score was 11 points(E4V1M6).CONCLUSION For neurosurgeons,accurate assessment of the condition is necessary when treating patients with stubborn SDE after DC surgery,and timely cranioplasty can be performed to avoid multiple surgeries.This is a safe and effective surgical method for treating traumatic subdural effusion.
基金financially supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2022YFE0109600)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52150710544)。
文摘An additional hot compression process was applied to a dilute Mg−Mn−Zn alloy post-extrusion.The alloy was extruded at 150℃ with an extrusion ratio of 15:1 and subsequently hot-compressed at 180℃ with a true strain of 0.9 along the extrusion direction.The microstructure,mechanical properties and thermal conductivity of as-extruded and as-hot compressed Mg−Mn−Zn alloys were investigated using optical microscopy,scanning electron microscopy,electron backscattering diffraction,and transmission electron microscopy.The aim was to concurrently enhance both strength and thermal conductivity by fostering uniform and refined microstructures while mitigating basal texture intensity.Substantial improvements were observed in yield strength(YS),ultimate tensile strength(UTS),and elongation(EL),with increase of 77%,53% and 10%,respectively.Additionally,thermal conductivity demonstrated a notable enhancement,rising from 111 to 125 W/(m·K).The underlying mechanism driving these improvements through the supplementary hot compression step was thoroughly elucidated.This study presents a promising pathway for the advancement of Mg alloys characterized by superior thermal and mechanical properties.
文摘In recent years,video coding has been widely applied in the field of video image processing to remove redundant information and improve data transmission efficiency.However,during the video coding process,irrelevant objects such as background elements are often encoded due to environmental disturbances,resulting in the wastage of computational resources.Existing research on video coding efficiency optimization primarily focuses on optimizing encoding units during intra-frame or inter frame prediction after the generation of coding units,neglecting the optimization of video images before coding unit generation.To address this challenge,This work proposes an image semantic segmentation compression algorithm based on macroblock encoding,called image semantic segmentation compression algorithm based on macroblock encoding(ISSC-ME),which consists of three modules.(1)The semantic label generation module generates interesting object labels using a grid-based approach to reduce redundant coding of consecutive frames.(2)The image segmentation network module generates a semantic segmentation image using U-Net.(3)The macroblock coding module,is a block segmentation-based video encoding and decoding algorithm used to compress images and improve video transmission efficiency.Experimental results show that the proposed image semantic segmentation optimization algorithm can reduce the computational costs,and improve the overall accuracy by 1.00%and the mean intersection over union(IoU)by 1.20%.In addition,the proposed compression algorithm utilizes macroblock fusion,resulting in the image compression rate achieving 80.64%.It has been proven that the proposed algorithm greatly reduces data storage and transmission,and enables fast image compression processing at the millisecond level.
