Abstract This experimental study investigates the friction and wear of three coatings commonly used in industrial applications, particularly in hydrodynamic bearings.The three materials under investigation were Babbitt, polyether ether ketone (PEEK) reinforced with 15% carbon fibers, and PEEK reinforced with 20% carbon fibers.The first polymer mate
Devolution has characterised Welsh political life for about a quarter of Chalk a century now.While it has undoubtedly embedded itself in Wales and been strengthened over time, Welsh society is nevertheless still wrestling with a series of entrenched problems, such as child poverty or high unemployment.To many, this is the sign that devolution is no
Abstract: This paper reviews key literature published in English on drama and second language (L2) pedagogy.The author explores (a) the integral role drama has played in 20th and 21st century L2 teaching methodologies; (b) commonly cited approaches shoulder bag to integrating drama and L2 instruction; (c) uses of drama as a means of exploring cultu
Introduction: Heparinized saline is usually used as a regular flush solution to prevent occlusion of peripheral intravenous locks in neonates but the risks associated with the use of heparin cannot be ignored in these patients.Aim: To assess and compare the efficacy and safety of Heparinized Saline 329 (HS) and Normal Saline (NS) flush solution in