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Article Citation - WoS: 1Citation - Scopus: 1Elimination of Limit Cycles in a Class of Digital Filters Using Single Saturation Nonlinearity(Taylor & Francis Ltd, 2008) Singh, VimalUsing Lyapunov's direct method, a novel frequency-domain criterion for the elimination of limit cycles in a class of digital filters using single saturation nonlinearity is derived. The criterion turns out to be a generalization and improvement over an earlier criterion due to Kar and Singh. An example showing the effectiveness of the criterion is given. A graphical interpretation of a simplified version (involving one free parameter) of the criterion is discussed.Article Citation - WoS: 65Citation - Scopus: 72The Intuitionistic Fuzzy Electre Model(Taylor & Francis Ltd, 2018) Rouyendegh (Babek Erdebilli), Babak Daneshvar; Rouyendegh , Babak DaneshvarThe purpose of this research is to postulate and define a new model for Multi-Criteria DecisionMaking (MCDM) problems utilizing the Intuitionistic Fuzzy ELimination Et Choix Traduisant la REalite (IFELECTRE) method, otherwise identified as the Intuitionistic Fuzzy Index of Hesitation Degree method. The Intuitionistic Fuzzy Sets (IFS) method offers certain advantages in using vagueness over a Fuzzy Set (FS): the IFELECTRE method is used to handle more complicated problems, whereas the Decision-Makers (DMs) have some vagueness in assigning option values to the objects considered. The processes of evaluating qualitative and quantitative scales are combined in this work and the proposed model enables different DMs to assess and use IFS. The original ELECTRE method cannot be operated effectively owing to a lack of precise information under different conditions.Article Citation - WoS: 7Citation - Scopus: 8Analysis of the Two-Unit Cold Standby Repairable System With Damage and Repair Time Dependency Via Matrix-Exponential Distributions(Taylor & Francis Ltd, 2021) Kus, Coskun; Eryilmaz, SerkanIn this paper, two-unit standby repairable system is studied via matrix-exponential distributions. The system under concern consists of one active and one standby components, and fails if either a damage size upon the failure of the active component is larger than a repair limit or the repair time of the failed unit exceeds the lifetime of the active unit, whichever happens first. Under the assumption that the damage size and repair time are statistically dependent, the Laplace transform of the system's lifetime is obtained. The Laplace transform is shown to be rational under particular cases, and the reliability evaluation of the system is performed via well-known distributional properties of the matrix-exponential distributions. The problem of estimating the unknown parameters of the operation time and repair time distributions is also discussed based on system's lifetime data.Article Citation - WoS: 2Citation - Scopus: 2Space-charge-limited currents and photoconductive properties of Tl2InGaSe4 layered crystals(Taylor & Francis Ltd, 2008) Qasrawi, A. F.; Gasanly, N. M.The extrinsic electronic parameters of Tl2InGaSe4 layered crystals were investigated through measurement of the temperature-dependent dark conductivity, space-charge-limited currents and photoconductivity. Analysis of the dark conductivity reveals the existence of two extrinsic energy levels at 0.40 and 0.51 eV below the conduction band edge, which are dominant above and below 260 K, respectively. Current-voltage characteristics show that the one at 0.51 eV is a trapping energy level with a concentration of (4.8-7.7) x 10(10) cm(3). Photoconductivity measurements reveal the existence of another energy level located at 0.16 eV. In the studied temperature range, the photocurrent increases with increasing temperature. The dependence of the photoconductivity on the incident light intensity exhibits a linear recombination character near room temperature and a supralinear character as the temperature decreases. The change in recombination mechanism is attributed to an exchange in the behavior of sensitizing and recombination centres.Article Citation - WoS: 11Citation - Scopus: 11Higher Rates of Cefiderocol Resistance Among Ndm Producing klebsiella Bloodstream Isolates Applying Eucast Over Clsi Breakpoints(Taylor & Francis Ltd, 2023) Isler, Burcu; Vatansever, Cansel; Ozer, Berna; Cinar, Gule; Aslan, Abdullah Tarik; Falconer, Caitlin; Harris, Patrick N. A.BackgroundCefiderocol is generally active against carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella spp. (CRK) with higher MICs against metallo-beta-lactamase producers. There is a variation in cefiderocol interpretive criteria determined by EUCAST and CLSI. Our objective was to test CRK isolates against cefiderocol and compare cefiderocol susceptibilities using EUCAST and CLSI interpretive criteria.MethodsA unique collection (n = 254) of mainly OXA-48-like- or NDM-producing CRK bloodstream isolates were tested against cefiderocol with disc diffusion (Mast Diagnostics, UK). Beta-lactam resistance genes and multilocus sequence types were identified using bioinformatics analyses on complete bacterial genomes.ResultsMedian cefiderocol inhibition zone diameter was 24 mm (interquartile range [IQR] 24-26 mm) for all isolates and 18 mm (IQR 15-21 mm) for NDM producers. We observed significant variability between cefiderocol susceptibilities using EUCAST and CLSI breakpoints, such that 26% and 2% of all isolates, and 81% and 12% of the NDM producers were resistant to cefiderocol using EUCAST and CLSI interpretive criteria, respectively.ConclusionsCefiderocol resistance rates among NDM producers are high using EUCAST criteria. Breakpoint variability may have significant implications on patient outcomes. Until more clinical outcome data are available, we suggest using EUCAST interpretive criteria for cefiderocol susceptibility testing.Article Citation - WoS: 3Citation - Scopus: 2An Investigation of Recycled Rubber Composites Reinforced With Micro Glass Bubbles: an Experimental and Numerical Approach(Taylor & Francis Ltd, 2024) Kabakci, Gamze Cakir; Bayraktar, Emin; Aslan, Ozgur; Cakir Kabakci, GamzeRecycled rubber is widely used for its lightweight and cost-effective properties but often has limited mechanical strength, restricting its applications. This study enhances the mechanical performance of devulcanised recycled rubber by reinforcing it with micro glass bubbles (GBs) featuring a density of 0.65 g/cm(3) and an elastic modulus of 3.5 GPa, offering a high strength-to-density ratio. Uniaxial compression tests were conducted on samples with GB volume fractions of 5%, 10%, and 15%. Results were validated through finite element analysis (FEA) in ABAQUS/Standard, incorporating randomised GB distributions. A 2D representative volume element (RVE) with randomly distributed GBs was modelled, applying periodic boundary conditions to simplify the composite into an equivalent homogeneous material. Numerical simulations assessed the effects of GB diameters (30, 40, and 50 mu m) and inclusion size ranges (20-50 mu m and 10-60 mu m), finding minimal impact on results. The RVE, sized at 238 mu m, accurately represented macroscale composite behaviour. Stress-strain behaviour was analysed using average stress and strain tensors. The strong agreement between experimental and numerical results validates the proposed method, demonstrating its accuracy in predicting the mechanical behaviour of the reinforced composite material.Article Citation - WoS: 1Citation - Scopus: 1An Application of Spectral Theory of the Laplace Operator(Taylor & Francis Ltd, 2013) Guseinov, Gusein Sh.We describe the structure of arbitrary rapidly decreasing functions of the Laplace operator. Combining this with the spectral data of the periodic Laplace operator we develop a generalization of the classical Poisson summation formula.Article Reconfiguring Stoicism: Convergence of Self-Improvement and Masculinity on TikTok(Taylor & Francis Ltd, 2025) Agaoglu, ErhanThis research examines the multimodal representations of Stoic content within TikTok. The research aimed to explore the multifaceted structure of an emerging digital philosophy discourse and its implications for contemporary socio-cultural dynamics. It explores a fragmented version of Stoicism, focussing on the affordances of algorithm-driven platforms and modularity principles. For multimodal discourse analysis, 20 highly viewed (>300,000) videos under the hashtags of #stoic and #stoicism are selected through purposeful sampling. It identifies the emergence of a fragmented Stoicism, built upon platform affordances and audio-visual modularity. Emerging themes include self-improvement, being dangerous and traditional masculinity remarking a divergence from popular and classical interpretations of Stoicism. Through these key themes, construction of an arbitrary link between hegemonic masculinity, glorified individualism and Stoicism is explored. Employing elements of aggression, self-isolation and self-improvement, TikTok content creates a novel discourse of Stoicism which is elusive, abstract, and reliant on visually driven narratives.Article Citation - WoS: 1Citation - Scopus: 1On the Eigenfunction Expansion of the Laplace-Beltrami Operator in Hyperbolic Space(Taylor & Francis Ltd, 2015) Guseinov, Gusein Sh.We describe the spectral projection of the Laplace-Beltrami operator in n-dimensional hyperbolic space by studying its resolvent as an analytic operator-valued function and applying the technique of contour integration. As a result an integral formula is established for the associated Legendre functionArticle Citation - WoS: 8Citation - Scopus: 9First-principles studies of Tin+1SiNn (n=1, 2, 3) MAX phase(Taylor & Francis Ltd, 2020) Surucu, Gokhan; Gullu, Hasan Huseyin; Candan, Abdullah; Yildiz, Bugra; Erkisi, AytacIn this study, the structural, electronic, mechanical, lattice dynamical and thermodynamic characteristics of ( 1, 2 and 3) phase compounds were investigated using the first principle calculations. These ternary nitride compounds were found to be stable and synthesisable, and the results on the stability nature of them were also evaluated for the possible and phases. -was found to be the most stable one among these new class of layered phases for which limited works are available in the literature. The band structures, that are essential for the electronic properties, were determined along with the partial density of states (PDOS) indicating the metallic behaviour of these compounds. The polycrystalline elastic moduli were calculated based on the single-crystal elastic constants and the mechanical stabilities were verified. Some basic physical parameters, such as bulk modulus, shear modulus, Young's modulus, Poisson's ratio, Debye temperature, and sound velocities, were also predicted. Furthermore, the anisotropic elastic properties were visualised in three dimensions (3D) for Young's modulus, linear compressibility, shear modulus and Poisson's ratio as well as with the calculation of the anisotropic factors. - phase showed the most isotropic characteristics with minimum deviations. These theoretical values were also used to identify the stiffness and ionic characteristics. The phonon dispersion curves and corresponding PDOS indicated that compounds were dynamically stable. Moreover, thermodynamic properties obtained from phonon dispersion curves were investigated in detail.
