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An optimal stochastic control theory for distributed energy harvesting networks by Scruggs, J.T.

“…A new approach, based on H 2 optimal control theory, is presented for the design of feedback controllers for energy harvesting systems for maximal power…”
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On the Causal Power Generation Limit for a Vibratory Energy Harvester in Broadband Stochastic Response by Scruggs, J.T.

“…This article illustrates that certain relatively well-known results from feedback control theory can be used to determine the maximum-attainable power…”
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Prospective independent validation of IMPACT modeling as a prognostic tool in severe traumatic brain injury by Panczykowski, David M, Puccio, Ava M, Scruggs, Bobby J, Bauer, Joshua S, Hricik, Allison J, Beers, Sue R, Okonkwo, David O

“…Clinical trials in traumatic brain injury (TBI) have been fraught with failure due in part to heterogeneity in pathology and insensitive outcome measurements…”
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Control of a Civil Structure Using an Electric Machine with Semiactive Capability by Scruggs, J. T, Iwan, W. D

“…This paper concerns the implementation of a brushless DC machine as a force actuator, for use in suppressing vibrations in civil structures. The machine has…”
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Determining the physical limits on semi-active control performance: a tutorial by Harvey Jr, P. S., Gavin, H. P., Scruggs, J. T., Rinker, J. M.

“…SUMMARY Control forces in semi‐active control systems are constrained by the dynamics of actuators that regulate energy transmission through variable damping…”
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Optimal Nonlocal and Asymmetric Structural Damping Using Regenerative Force Actuation Networks by Scruggs, J. T, Iwan, W. D

“…A regenerative force actuation (RFA) network consists of multiple electromechanical forcing devices distributed throughout a structural system and actuated in…”
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Non-linear stochastic controllers for semiactive and regenerative systems with guaranteed quadratic performance bounds-Part 1: State feedback control by Scruggs, J. T., Taflanidis, A. A., Iwan, W. D.

“…In earthquake engineering applications of feedback control, the inherent vulnerability of external power sources has stimulated significant interest in…”
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Reliability-based control optimization for active base isolation systems by Scruggs, J. T., Taflanidis, A. A., Beck, J. L.

“…A probability‐based active control synthesis is proposed for seismic base isolation of a structure that is modeled as a linear dynamical system subjected to…”
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Implications of permeability and its anisotropy in a mica gouge for pore pressures in fault zones by Zhang, Shuqing, Tullis, Terry E, Scruggs, Valerie J

“…Large permeability anisotropy due to anisotropic alignment of clay shape fabric may play an important role in focusing fluid flow along fault zones in clay…”
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The hallucinogen 1-[2,5-dimethoxy-4-iodophenyl]-2-aminopropane (DOI) increases cortical extracellular glutamate levels in rats by Scruggs, Jennifer L., Schmidt, Dennis, Deutch, Ariel Y.

“…Activation of the cerebral cortex is seen during hallucinations. The 5-HT 2A/C agonist 1-[2,5-dimethoxy-4-iodophenyl]-2-aminopropane (DOI) is a potent…”
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Non-linear stochastic controllers for semiactive and regenerative systems with guaranteed quadratic performance bounds-Part 2: Output feedback control by Scruggs, J. T., Taflanidis, A. A., Iwan, W. D.

“…This paper is a continuation of the accompanying paper, which presented an approach to the design of non‐linear controllers for semiactive and regenerative…”
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DOI-Induced Activation of the Cortex: Dependence on 5-HT2A Heteroceptors on Thalamocortical Glutamatergic Neurons by Scruggs, Jennifer L, Patel, Sachin, Bubser, Michael, Deutch, Ariel Y

“…Administration of the hallucinogenic 5-HT(2A/2C) agonist 1-[2, 5-dimethoxy-4-iodophenyl]-2-aminopropane (DOI) induces expression of Fos protein in the cerebral…”
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Non-linear Model Predictive Control of Wave Energy Converters with Realistic Power Take-off Configurations and Loss Model by Karthikeyan, A., Previsic, M., Scruggs, J., Chertok, A.

“…Model Predictive Control (MPC) has been recognized as a well-developed control strategy for optimizing the performance of wave energy converters (WECs). The…”
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Acute pancreatitis associated with omeprazole by Youssef, S S, Iskandar, S B, Scruggs, J, Roy, T M

“…Since their introduction in the late 1980s, proton pump inhibitors (PPI) have demonstrated gastric acid suppression superior to that of histamine H2-receptor…”
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Politics, Parks, and Pandemic: A Research Note by Scruggs, Caleb J, Zajchowski, Chris A. B, Huggins, Jennifer, Burns, Alexander

“…The COVID-19 pandemic highlights the importance of parks as critical infrastructure for societal well-being; however, for much of the pandemic, the risk for…”
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Dynamic gradient method for PEBS detection in power system transient stability assessment by Scruggs, J.T., Mili, L.

“…In methods for assessing the critical clearing time based on the transient energy function, the dominant procedures in use for detecting the exit point across…”
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Nonlinear stochastic control of self-powered variable-damping vibration control systems by Asai, Takehiko, Scruggs, J. T.

“…Traditional mechanical damping systems employ dissipative components, such as viscous dampers, to absorb energy from an externally excited vibratory structure,…”
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Permeability anisotropy and pressure dependency of permeability in experimentally sheared gouge materials by Zhang, Shuqing, Tullis, Terry E, Scruggs, Valerie J

“…The effects of fault slip and effective mean stress on permeability and permeability anisotropy have been investigated during long displacement shearing of…”
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Recreation on the Battlefield: Planning for Shifting Visitor Use at Monocacy National Battlefield by Zajchowski, Chris A. B., Scruggs, Caleb J., Fefer, Jessica P., Henry, Cait, McCormack, Colin, Berry, Chandler

“…Outdoor recreation is increasing worldwide, driving recreationists to seek new sites for active leisure pursuits. Recreational use at sites of cultural…”
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Structural control with regenerative force actuation networks by Scruggs, J. T., Iwan, W. D.

“…Regenerative force actuation networks are groups of electromechanical force actuators that produce significant but constrained control forces, while requiring…”
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