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Developing processes with minimal environmental impact is essential for the production of the important intermediates and final products. Present study explores the green and low-cost synthesis of new halogenated derivatives of 1-aminoanthraquinone under catalyst free conditions at room temperature. These derivatives find wide practical application due to their unique properties. Numerous studies on the preparation of new derivatives have been devoted to the development of industrial dyes and pigments. These compo...

Agricultural land abandonment represents a significant landscape-forming process affecting vegetation structure, soil stability, and the functionality of agroecosystems. This paper focuses on the identification and mapping of agricultural unused land (AUL) in the cadastral territory of Velke Trencianske Stankovce (Trencin district, western Slovakia). The analysis is conducted on 371 state-owned parcels and parcels with unknown or unidentified ownership managed by the Slovak Land Fund, covering a total area of 98.0...

Functional fragmentation remains a critical constraint in information-intensive organizations, limiting workflow coherence and reducing overall process performance. This study provides an empirical analysis of workflow–structure alignment, with particular emphasis on coordination and governance mechanisms as means of integrating fragmented functional activities. Drawing on Business Process Management (BPM) and socio-technical systems theory, alignment is conceptualized as the integration of organizational struct...

This paper analyses a multi-apartment residential building undergoing staged renovation during the heating season using real-time, hourly metered heat consumption data over two consecutive winters in a temperate-cold climate. The renovation is implemented in clearly identifiable phases, which enables an empirical, measure-by-measure assessment of changes in heating demand as works progress. The analysed interventions include insulation of basement heat distribution pipework, attic insulation, external wall insulat...

The present work investigates the performance of the Fantanele-Cogealac wind farm through the application of a neural-network-based modeling approach, aiming to capture the correlations between various meteorological parameters and the performances of a wind turbine. As a first step, the meteorological conditions from the vicinity of this site were evaluated from a statitiscal and seasonal point of view, by considering MERRA-2 dataset covering the time interval 2018-2025. The results are indicated in terms of surf...

Anthropogenic imprints, including hydromorphological pressure and illegal land use through unauthorised dumping and wastewater discharge, are various forms of human activity that often have lasting impacts on the natural environment. Despite this, integrating them into ecological assessments and water and natural resource management remains underexplored at the river basin scale. This study aims to investigate and analyse illegal dumping and pressures on freshwater resources in the Chepinska and Chepelarska River ...

The research focuses on the main aspects of assessing the hydrobiological and ecological state of small reservoirs in the context of current climate change and its impact on food resources. In the context of anthropogenic load, the impact of military actions on the ecosystems of southern Ukraine, the topic is highly relevant and timely. Given the complex impact of these processes on the food resources of aquatic ecosystems, fish productivity and hydroecological state, the topic also has increased practical signifi...

This paper highlights the results of the assessment of operational risks related to the components of the dangerous goods transport chain. Due to the fact that multiple parties are involved in handling and transport procedures, numerous different risks may arise during activities involving dangerous goods. By identifying and assessing risks, the most critical ones are identified and evaluated according to the potential damage they may cause to the entire transport chain. The results of the risk assessment in the t...

The Romanian electricity market has undergone substantial structural transformations during the last decade as a consequence of energy transition policies, increasing integration of renewable energy sources and geopolitical developments affecting European energy systems. The period between 2024 and 2025 represents a relevant timeframe for evaluating the evolution of electricity generation, consumption patterns and the balance between supply and demand within the national energy system. This study provides an asses...

Sea buckthorn is a heliophilous species valued for its nutrient-rich orange berries, which find extensive applications in the pharmaceutical, food, and agricultural industries. This study monitored four specific cultivars: Dora, Cora, Mara, and Clara, grown in the Republic of Moldova over a 60-day period (August to September). The research focused on tracking the evolution of primary ripening indicators: vitamin C, total carotenoids, and organic acid content. Ascorbic acid, a vital bioactive component, showed a co...

International cooperation is essential for effective climate change mitigation, yet linguistic diversity remains an underrecognized barrier to equitable participation and knowledge exchange. This article examines translation as a critical yet overlooked tool for facilitating international climate action, arguing that language mediation enables the cross-border flow of scientific knowledge, policy frameworks, technological innovations, and civil society mobilization essential for global mitigation efforts. Drawing ...

The paper presents a centralized workflow automation solution for processing technical-scientific PDF documents in geoinformatics-oriented organizational environments. The proposed system addresses repetitive document-processing activities associated with scientific reporting, technical documentation, scanned archives, and institutional digital workflows, particularly in situations where users do not possess advanced PDF-processing skills. The solution is implemented using a continuously operating Windows server o...

Combustible dusts are presented in industry as a finished products or process intermediates created voluntarily by milling or involuntarily by abraison of larger sized solid. Spontaneous combustion is a phenomenon that occurs by self-heating, increase in temperature due to exothermic internal reactions, followed by thermal runaway (self heating which rapidly accelerates to high temperatures) and finally, autoignition. The oxidation of combustible powders occurs when they react with air oxygen, producing carbon dio...

In the context of increasing pressure on natural resources, driven by population growth, accelerated urbanization, and changing consumption patterns, the issue of food waste is gaining growing relevance at the global level. The food service sector, as an integral part of the HoReCa industry, contributes significantly to this problem, being characterized by high production volumes, demand variability, and operational complexity. Within this framework, the circular economy emerges as an essential alternative model t...

Arbuscular mycorrhiza, a widespread mutualistic association between fungi of the phylum Glomeromycota and plant roots, plays an important role in improving plant nutrition and tolerance to environmental stress. Through this symbiosis, fungi supply mineral nutrients and enhance resistance to drought and pathogens, while receiving assimilates from the host plant. This study was conducted on a commercial plantation of blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum) in southwestern Slovakia. The plantation was inoculated with mycorr...

Existing industrial ammonia production installations operating in potentially explosive atmospheres usually contain a wide range of explosion protection concepts implemented during different stages of plant modernization and expansion. In such brownfield installations, the coexistence of equipment originating from different technological periods often leads to a non-uniform distribution of protection concepts at installation level. This aspect is particularly relevant for industrial sectors associated with oil and...

In the context of the transition to a hydrogen-based economy, the assessment of the risks associated with this energy vector is becoming a priority for industrial safety. The unique properties of hydrogen, its high reactivity and high burning rate, require the use of advanced numerical simulation tools, capable of providing highly accurate predictions of the effects of explosive phenomena. This paper presents methodological contributions aimed at optimizing the numerical models used for the analysis of explosions ...

Dust sampling equipment exhibits significant variations over time depending on the operating principle, being influenced by interaction of environmental factors, such as air flow velocity, relative humidity, ambient temperature and barometric pressure. The objective of this study is to perform a comprehensive comparative evaluation between the gravimetric reference method and the optical method for determining PM10 particles in ambient air. In order to allow the evaluation of each observation in relation to method...

Urban areas developed above salt-karst systems are particularly sensitive to ground deformation processes driven by dissolution, suffosion, and anthropogenic disturbances. Detecting and monitoring these processes in densely built environments requires observation techniques capable of capturing small-scale morphological changes with high spatial resolution and repeatability. This study demonstrates the use of recurrent UAV-based LiDAR surveys to detect and measure ground instability in the town of Slanic Prahova (...

Civil aircraft navigation uses specific procedures for the continuous determination of the aircraft position using the path and distance traveled in the considered time interval as calculation elements. Throughout the route, errors must be estimated that are generated by a series of parameters such as: hydrometeorological conditions, air current direction, declination, geoid parameters, the ship's nautical qualities and the response mode of the navigation equipment. The indications of the magnetic compass must be ...

The building and construction sector remains one of the largest contributors to global climate change, thus the industry is focusing on reducing the embodied emissions from materials and minimizing operational energy through superior building envelope performance. As the industry transitions from traditional products to advanced bio-based materials, the requirements for measurement precision, dynamic response tracking, and environmental simulation have surpassed the capabilities of legacy instrumentation. Modern l...

The presence of flammable and/or combustible substances in various industrial production processes generates in most cases potentially explosive atmospheres, which transforms a regular work environment into an explosion risk area, directly influencing the way in which equipment intended to be used in these areas is designed, installed and maintained. In areas where potentially explosive atmospheres may form due to the presence of flammable and/or combustible substances, technical equipment must be used whose casin...

Potentially explosive atmospheres constitute a major risk in the operation of industrial installations that use or generate gases, flammable vapours or combustible dust. According to ATEX legislation, explosions can occur as a result of the interaction between an explosive atmosphere and an active ignition source. Even under the conditions of using ATEX-certified equipment, the progressive degradation of the components can lead to the appearance of uncontrolled ignition sources. This paper analyzes from a technica...

This article identified the issue of electronic waste (e-waste) management in Kochi, India, amongst the country's rapid technological growth and escalating electronic consumption. It highlights the severe environmental and health risks of improper e-waste disposal, particularly in the informal recycling sector, which dominates India's recycling landscape. The article emphasises the need for a transformative shift from the existing cradle-to-grave (C2G) system to a Cradle-to-Cradle (C2C) model for circular e-waste ...

Urban areas built above salt deposits are especially vulnerable to ground instability caused by dissolution, suffosion, and human activities. Monitoring these environments is difficult due to the complex subsurface structures and dense infrastructure constraints. Understanding the dynamics of these processes requires combining multiple investigation and monitoring methods to capture both underground conditions and surface movements. This paper shares initial findings from an ongoing multi-method monitoring project...

Portland cement–based materials represent the most widely used construction materials worldwide. However, their production and application are associated with significant environmental burdens, including high CO2 emissions and the depletion of natural aggregate resources. In response to the growing demand for environmentally responsible construction solutions, this study focuses on the development of building materials based on an alternative binder. Magnesium oxychloride cement (MOC) is considered a more sustai...

Nowadays the communication is made mainly through electronic devices. These devices produce electromagnetic radiation that influences the quality of the sent signal. Also, health problems are generated due to the time spent in an electromagnetic medium that emits radiations. This paper presents some of latest screen developments regarding electromagnetic screens, advancements in shielding materials.

In recent years, with the interest in healthy diet and environmental protection, plant-based alternatives, to classic milk, have been developed and produced. In addition to the already well-known products, such as almond or soy milk, amaranth milk is also becoming increasingly known. Amaranth milk is considered a possible alternative with both nutritional and ecological benefits. As a result of environmental problems and people's needs, this paper aims to compare these types of plant-based beverages, in terms of c...

The aim of the article is to present selected experience with updating the digital technical map (DTM) dataset in the Czech Republic after 2 years of its widespread introduction into operation. The subject of the analyses was the methods of initial filling of the basic spatial situation (ZPS) data with new mapping of land roads and defined territories of technical infrastructure administrators. When updating the ZPS, accuracy problems of vectorization from LIDAR mobile mapping data and problems of the results of p...

This study investigates experimentally the influence of dust thermal conductivity on the maximum surface temperature of Ex equipment operating under dust layer conditions at a fixed dissipated power of 3 W. Experiments were conducted using a purpose-built resistive test sample, designed and manufactured at INCD INSEMEX, tested with two dust materials representing boundary conditions of thermal behaviour: vermiculite, selected as a worst-case insulating material, and Portland cement dust, selected for its industria...

As is well known, hydrogen exhibits a wide flammability range, low ignition energy, and high diffusivity, which create significant explosion risks in storage and handling facilities. Therefore, the development of effective methods and devices for the detection and control of hydrogen explosions is essential to ensure operational safety. This paper presents the development and experimental validation of an explosion control device intended for hydrogen storage systems. The proposed device is based on an optical ult...

The extractive industry is currently undergoing a transition toward operating models with reduced environmental impact and enhanced energy efficiency. This study aims to evaluate, through empirical data, the efficiency of an excavator equipped with a hybrid swing system compared to a conventional diesel-powered unit of the same class and performance level. The methodology involved a systematic monitoring period of 65 working days. To ensure a rigorous comparison, two crawler excavators in the 36-tonne class were d...

In an effort to develop binders with a reduced environmental impact, magnesium silicate hydrate (MSH) cement has recently attracted considerable attention. This binder belongs to the family of magnesium-based cements; however, unlike magnesium sulphate and magnesium oxychloride cements, it is classified as a hydraulic cement. It forms through the reaction of reactive magnesium oxide with silica sources in the presence of water, producing magnesium silicate hydrate (MSH) gel. Caustic-calcined magnesite, typically p...

Magnesium silicate hydrate (M-S-H) is a promising binder phase for the development of low carbon cementitious materials. However, its formation mechanisms, phase evolution, and dependence on curing conditions remain poorly understood, particularly during the early and intermediate stages of hydration. This study investigates the formation and development of M S-H in model systems using reactive MgO and diatomite as the silica source, focusing on Mg/Si molar ratios of 0.75, 0.90, 1.05, and 1.20 under controlled cur...

This review paper provides a comprehensive overview of contemporary traffic survey approaches, focusing on advanced data acquisition platforms and AI-based video analytics. The study highlights a significant transformation in traffic engineering, where traditional data collection methods are being complemented by modern solutions to provide detailed behavioral and safety-related insights. Central to this shift is the use of surrogate safety measures (SSMs) based on traffic conflicts and near-miss events, such as T...

The spatial mismatch between available urban land and construction suitability constitutes a persistent challenge in civil engineering and urban planning, exacerbated by proprietary data costs and methodological opacity. This study formalizes a reproducible multi-criteria decision analysis framework leveraging vector datasets to derive quantitative construction site suitability indices through standardized geocomputation workflows. Employing buffer topology operations, Euclidean distance transforms, and weighted l...

Construction marketing requires visual evidence of site potential to secure client commitment, but accessible geospatial tools remain limited for small developers. This study presents a streamlined analysis workflow generating client-ready heatmaps that quantify site attractiveness through standardized metrics: accessibility (road network proximity), visibility (line-of-sight exposure), and neighborhood quality (amenities proximity). Using conventional buffer analysis on crowd-sourced layers, the methodology produ...

Understanding environmental change relies on observational technologies that analyze the interaction between electromagnetic radiation and matter. Spectroscopy provides the physical foundation for many sensing techniques used in Earth sciences, operating across the ultraviolet (UV), visible (VIS), and infrared (IR) spectral domains. Technologies such as LiDAR, thermal imaging, photogrammetry, and optical remote sensing rely on these principles to observe environmental processes and monitor changes in the Earth sys...

This paper analyses how designing the same single-family building to different energy performance standards affects its life-cycle costs. The study compares five design scenarios for one building, starting from the current national minimum energy performance requirement, moving through a typical nearly zero-energy building solution and an enhanced NZEB variant, and progressing towards a highly energy-efficient Passive House and a Passive House PLUS solution with on-site photovoltaic generation. Each scenario is ev...

The role of ventilation systems is to ensure and maintain optimal microclimate conditions in industrial spaces, by controlling temperature, humidity, dust concentration and gaseous substances, within limits compatible with comfort and safety requirements. At the same time, these systems must respect permissible noise levels and air circulation speed, so as not to affect the well-being of users. In order to achieve the prescribed parameters of indoor air (temperature, pressure and humidity), it is previously subjec...

The road transport of dangerous goods may have severe consequences in the event of an accident. The consequences of a road accident involving a heavy vehicle transporting dangerous goods can affect not only the truck driver but also the nearby population. Route selection is a complex issue, influenced by multiple parameters that may vary over the course of a day, a week, or a month. The ultimate objective is to enhance safety through the complete digitalization of the risk management process for the transport of d...

Hydrogen is a promising energy carrier for future low-carbon systems, but its high flammability, wide explosion range, and low ignition energy present significant safety challenges. This paper proposes an integrated ATEX-based risk assessment methodology specifically designed for hydrogen storage and utilization systems. The methodology combines regulatory requirements, including EN 1127-1:2019, with a hydrogen-specific risk matrix, ATEX zone classification, and operational risk mitigation measures. A high-pressur...

are usually trained from a technical, procedural and physical point of view. Still, during rescue simulations and competitions, technical training is not the only element involved. Participants work under time pressure, external evaluation, uncertainty and responsibility, and these conditions may generate strong emotional reactions. If these reactions are not regulated, they can affect attention, decision-making, coordination with the team and recovery after the task. The current paper starts from the practical ne...

Drilling fluid properties – density and rheology (plastic viscosity, yield point, gel strength) – are essential for wellbore stability, pressure control, hole cleaning, and minimizing non-productive time (NPT) in oil and gas drilling. Traditional manual methods (pressurized mud balance, Fann 35 viscometer) are periodic, labor-intensive, and delay corrections, increasing risks of kicks, lost circulation, and instability. This study proposes an intelligent automated system for real-time monitoring and control us...

In terms of its influence on human health, noise has a significant effect. One type of noise is generated by tire/road contact while a vehicle is in motion. This noise is monitored and analyzed using the CPX (Close-ProXimity) method according to ISO 11819-2, in which microphones are used to measure the noise generated by a rolling reference tire. The level of this type of noise is determined by various factors. One of these factors is the macrotexture of the road surface, that is, the texture of the road surface a...

In this paper is presented a Mobile Integrated System for on the Site Testing (MISST) of equipment intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres, with type of protection pressurization p, resulting from research activities out by the research and testing team involved. The fundamental aspects of the design, implementation and easy use of such an integrated system have been examined, implemented and tested. A mobile integrated test system for Ex p type of protection applied to equipment in Ex construction, ...

Accurate monitoring of crop phenology is essential for yield estimation, growing season modeling, and climate adaptation in agriculture. While freely available satellite archives provide broad spatial coverage, their temporal frequency is often insufficient for capturing the rapid phenological transitions characteristic of crops. This study addresses that gap through a multitemporal analysis of the Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI) derived from a time series of 119 PlanetScope satellite images at 3 m s...

This paper presents an extended multi-sensor geoinformation framework for monitoring forest ecosystems in Ukraine under conditions restricted field access. Building upon previously validated hexagonal GIS and NDVI-based remote sensing methodology applied to Zhytomyr Oblast (2021–2024), the current study incorporates an expanded Sentinel-2 time series through 2025 and introduces a theoretical framework for integrating Sentinel-1 Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) data to overcome the critical limitation of optical cl...

This research addresses the design, integration, and validation of a complex methodology for wetland monitoring, using as case studies two peat bogs located in the Maramures Mountains Natural Park, Romania. The study is part of a larger research effort concerning the assessment of the current ecological status of internationally important wetlands in the trans-Carpathian region of Romania, Ukraine, and Slovakia, through the development of an integrated monitoring system based on advanced geomatic technologies. Thi...

Soil resilience is known as the ability to resist and recover from exposure to contaminants, climate change, erosion, anthropogenic activities and intensive use of resources, in order to maintain vital processes such as nutrient cycling, water retention, and structural stability. To remediate the affected soils, several integrated strategies, including bioremediation, hydrological management and the use of amendments can be applied. The usage of natural amendments represents a sustainable path for improving soil p...