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Research capacity building in the health sciences in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) has typically focused on bench-science capacity, but research examining health service delivery and health workforce is equally necessary to determine the best ways to deliver care. The Republic of Georgia, formerly a part of the Soviet Union, has multiple issues within its healthcare system that would benefit...
In recent years several European rope testing laboratories either downsized or closed. But the demand for rope testing has increased, particularly for application specific testing which models service life conditions of ropes, chains and cables. Tension Technology International (TTI), a leading consultancy firm in the field, identified this need and set up a new testing company: TTI Testing in Wallingford,...
Large vessels such as tankers, LNG gas carriers and container ships have traditionally used steel wire ropes for mooring. These ropes are heavy, rust if not properly maintained and also suffer broken wires which make them difficult and hazardous to handle. Synthetic fibre ropes such as high modulus polyethylene (HMPE) offer a lightweight alternative to steel wire. When properly cared for they can...
The wave energy market has traditionally employed mooring concepts adopted from the mature technology of the oil and gas industry. However, this approach may not always be appropriate to satisfy the particular requirements of Wave Energy Converter (WEC) mooring systems, especially the need for very compliant moorings. Specific challenges are: the huge 1st order motion induced forces generated by storm...
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