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Governing Generative Ai, Daryl Lim

Akron Law Review

This Article paper explores the evolving landscape of copyright law in the age of generative artificial intelligence, dissecting the multifaceted challenges and opportunities it presents for creators, legal practitioners, and policymakers. Part I, “Governing Authorship,” delves into the existential questions AI poses to traditional notions of creativity and authorship, illustrating the tension between innovation and the preservation of human creators’ rights within existing legal frameworks. Part II, “Governing Infringement,” examines the intricate issues of copyright infringement in the digital era, especially the unauthorized use of copyrighted content by AI for training purposes and the exploration of private ordering mechanisms as …

Safety Distances For Fires In Underground Hard Rock Mines, Rickard Hansen

Journal of Sustainable Mining

Preventing the ignition of combustibles in an underground mine will be one of the decisive actions affecting the risk to mining personnel during a fire. This study focuses on the application of safety distances in underground hard rock mines, where a safety distance will ensure that the incipient heat flux upon the fuel surface will not be sufficient for ignition. No earlier study has been conducted on safety distances in underground mines, and where data from earlier fire experiments and studies were applied. Safety distances were calculated using empirical expressions, accounting for influencing parameters. It was found that safety distances …

Library And Information Science Research; A Scopus-Based Bibliometric Analysis From 2014 To 2023, Khalid Alfouzan, Ikram Ul Haq, Ata Ur Rehman, Gulnaz Elahi, Faisal Shahzad

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Aim: The purpose of this study is to the highlight research growth in Library and Information Science (LIS) for the last decade (2014-2023) at the global level as indexed in the Scopus database.

Methodology: The retrospective research approach has been used on the dataset retrieved from the Scopus database. We used the “advanced document search” technique, selected the targeted period and typed the “Library and Information Sciences”. We chose only “Article” and “Review” from the document type filter and English from the language filter. The selected bibliometric properties were analyzed and tabular demonstrations of the periodic growth with …

Exploration Of Differential Equation Models For Phage-Bacteria Population Dynamics, John Lawrence Palacios, Rebecca A. Segal

Spora: A Journal of Biomathematics

Bacteriophages are viruses that infect and replicate within bacteria. Lytic phages cause the bacterial cell to burst, killing the bacteria. These types of phages can be used to treat patients with antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections. As a step in developing successful treatment protocols, we aim to understand the population dynamics of phages and bacteria using an in vitro model. We model the dynamics using the Campbell model, which consist of a delay differential equation (DDE), as a base model. We extended the model by including the emergence of phage resistance. We then compared the DDE model with a parallel ordinary differential …

A Double-Sided Hybrid Lc Series/Parallel Compensation Topology For An Efficient Magnetic Resonance Wireless Power Transfer Systems, Talha Irshad, Malik Nauman, Pg Emeroylariffion Abas

ASEAN Journal on Science and Technology for Development

Conventional plug-in charging faces numerous challenges due to radiation hazards, inconvenience, etc. To mitigate the challenges conventional charging methods face, wireless power transfer (WPT) systems emerged as an efficient method for wireless energy transmission across various applications such as electric vehicles, biomedical implants, smartphones, and network sensors. A robust WPT system needs to perform exceptionally well under varying conditions, however, the WPT performance is reduced due to the leakage inductance between the coils. To address this challenge, compensation networks are often employed to minimize the losses and enhance the overall performance of the WPT system. This paper focuses on designing …

Using Ai To Make Accessible Accessible Content, Melinda Turner

Faculty Other Scholarly Works

This professional development session will explore how to leverage AI tools, specifically Google’s NotebookLM, to create accessible learning materials for college students. Participants will learn how to use NotebookLM to transform existing content into more accessible formats. The session will cover practical strategies for implementing AI to improve readability and comprehension for all learners including students with disabilities, non-native English speakers, and students with varying learning preferences. We will discuss how to create transcripts for audio/video files and ensure content is well-organized and easy to navigate. This session will also highlight the importance of evidence-based practices in content creation and …

Relationship Between Continental Chemical Weathering Trends In The North China Basin And The High-Latitude Glacial Cycles From The Late Carboniferous To The Early Permian, Ling Ziyu, Yang Minfang, Wang Lei, Wang Ye, Zhang Peixin, Liu Haoqing, Shao Longyi, Lu Jing

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective and Methods The Late Paleozoic Ice Age (LPIA; ca. 360‒254 Ma), the only period recording the transition from icehouse to greenhouse conditions throughout the geological history, can provide a deep-time perspective for glacier-environment-climate coevolution and future climate change. To gain a deep understanding of the potential relationship between the continental chemical weathering trends in low-latitude regions and the glacial cycles in the high-latitude Gondwana region from the Late Carboniferous to the Early Permian, this study investigated the mudstones of the Benxi-Taiyuan formations, Liujiang coalfield, North China Basin. Using multiple chemical weathering indices such as chemical index of alteration (CIA), …

Anisotropy In Non-Darcy Flow In Individual Rough-Walled Rock Fractures, Zhu Yinbin, Liao Zhen, Li Changdong, Liu Hongbin, Jiang Xihui

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective Investigating the flow behavior of fluids in individual rough-walled rock fractures is fundamental for fully understanding the seepage characteristics of fluids in rock fracture networks. Methods Rock fractures were artificially synthesized based on the fractal theory, and numerical simulations of seepage along these fractures were performed using the COMSOL Multiphysics software. Then, fracture specimens with the same geometric characteristics as numerical models of fractures were prepared using 3D printing technology. In combination with the self-designed equipment for seepage experiments, this study conducted seepage experiments on these fracture specimens under different injection flow rates to investigate the impacts of varying …

Distributed Optical Fiber Acoustic Sensing-Based Optimization Of Microseismic Source Localization In The Hydraulic Fracturing For Coalbed Methane Production, Hua Hao, Cheng Bingjie, Xu Tianji, Yan Zhenqian, Gao Bo, He Cheng

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective To achieve safe and efficient hydraulic fracturing, it is necessary to conduct timely and accurate microseismic monitoring in the reservoir stimulation process. The purpose is to analyze and assess the fracturing effects. Methods Using a permanently deployed fiber-optic cable outside the casing of a coalbed methane (CBM) well, this study employed distributed optical fiber acoustic sensing (DAS)for full-borehole, wide-azimuth, and high-density real-time monitoring of microseismic events induced by the hydraulic fracturing of coal seams. Furthermore, this study proposed a novel method for localizing microseismic sources based on information about wave travel time and a source-constrained mapping algorithm. First, effective …

A Model Predictive Control Method For Directional Borehole Trajectories In Underground Coal Mines, Li Hao, Yao Ningping, Lu Chengda, Zhang Jinbao, Wei Hongchao, Wu Jiajun, Li Jinyu

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective It is challenging to control the borehole trajectories during directional drilling in complex strata in underground coal mines, resulting in significant deviations from the designed trajectories. Given this, this study proposed a method for tracking and controlling directional borehole trajectories based on model predictive control (MPC). Methods Focusing on the directional drilling process conducted using a screw drill, this study investigated the movement patterns of the directional screw drill by analyzing the characteristics of directional drilling in complex strata in underground coal mines. Based on the kinematic theory, this study developed a borehole trajectory extension model for sliding directional …

Analyzing In-Situ Stress Response Characteristics Of Coals Based On Optimized Measurement-While-Drilling Parameters, Zhang Kun, Wang Ke, Ren Jianxi, Feng Shangxin, Chang Pengbo, Zhao Yutao, Miao Yanping, Hu Jian

Coal Geology & Exploration

Background The spatial distribution of stress in coals in underground coal mines is a significant factor influencing the safe production of mines and the optimization of mining processes. The quantitative, advanced prediction of in-situ stress in coals is significant for the precise regulation of the underground stress field and the classification of areas with rock burst risks. Methods Using the self-developed monitoring-while-drilling system, this study conducted indoor coal drilling experiments under different drilling conditions and explored the laws of effects of drilling conditions on drilling parameters (e.g., torque and drilling displacement) under varying stresses. Furthermore, this study developed a method …

Design And Simulations Of A Balancing Device With A Hydraulic Circuit For A Fully Hydraulic Top Drive Drilling System For A Drilling Rig Capable Of 10 000-M-Deep Drilling, Luo Chaochun, Wang Qingyan, Fan Liming, Li Haoxuan, Zhong Weiling, Guo Naiming

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective The balancing device for a fully hydraulic top drive drilling system (TDDS), an important part of a drilling rig capable of 10000-m-deep drilling, is designed to dynamically and accurately regulate the axial load in the screwing and unscrewing processes. This helps protect the threads of drill rod connectors from damage, thereby ensuring the stability and safety of drilling operations. Methods This study designed a balancing device with a hydraulic circuit for the SP.TD-01A fully hydraulic TDDS, aiming to achieve the balancing and bouncing functions required during the application of the TDDS. First, this study determined the structure and principal …

Table Of Contents, The Editors

Coal Geology & Exploration

No abstract provided.

Sedimentary Characteristics Of Coals In Meandering River And Braided River Facies And During Their Transitions: A Case Study The Walloon Subgroup In The F8 Block In The Surat Basin, Australia, Cui Zehong, Zhao Yibo, Li Zhihua, Li Shengli, Li Weiru

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective Australia is recognized as the fourth largest producer and the second largest exporter of coals in the world. The Bowen-Surat Basin is the largest coal producing basin in this country. The Surat Basin exhibits coal-bearing layers of the Middle Jurassic Walloon Subgroup. This subgroup features a sedimentary environment of fluvial facies, necessitating clarifying the differential sedimentary characteristics and patterns of coal seams in braided river and meandering river facies and during their transitions. Methods Using comprehensive geological analysis methods, as well as seismic data, logs, and core data, this study established the sedimentary pattern of the study area. Using …

Geological-Engineering Integrated Reconnaissance Survey Technology For Skylights As A Hidden Disaster-Causing Factor, Dong Mintao

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective Skylights represent a primary hidden disaster factor in mines in the southern Yushen mining area within the Shanbei Jurassic coalfield, Shaanxi Province. Since they are hidden and difficult to detect, their distribution in the mining area remains unclear, posing pronounced safety hazards. This necessitates developing effective technical means to overcome challenges in the spatial exploration of skylights and ensure mine safety. Methods Focusing on a typical mine in the Yushen mining area as an example, this study explored the spatial distribution characteristics and types of skylights in the study area using the geological-engineering integrated reconnaissance survey technology that combines …

Characteristics And Prediction Methods Of Coal Spontaneous Combustion For Deep Coal Mining In The Ximeng Mining Area, Ma Li, Gao Wenbo, Tuo Longlong, Zhang Pengyu, Zheng Zhou, Guo Ruizhi

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective The mining of deep coal seams in the Ximeng mining area within the Ordos Basin is subjected to complex environmental conditions like high in-situ stress, large water inflow, and severe air leakage, which lead to the encountered with elevated risks and difficult prediction of coal spontaneous combustion and posing challenges in predicting spontaneous combustion. Methods Coal samples from the Yingpanhao and Shilawusu coal mines in the Ximeng mining area were selected for temperature-programmed spontaneous combustion experiments to determine the characteristic parameters of coal spontaneous combustion under different moisture contents and sulfur mass fractions. Based on these parameters, as well …

Geological Condition Assessment And Selection Of Optimal Favorable Areas For Deep Underground Coal Gasification In The Yanchuannan Block, Li Xin, Chen Zhenlong, Guo Tao, Gao Xiaokang, Xiao Cui, Jin Xiaobo, Wu Caifang, Wang Fangfang

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective and Methods Geological condition assessment for underground coal gasification (UCG) allows for considerably reducing the risk of UCG projects, while scientific siting serves as a prerequisite for the success of UCG projects. To achieve the geological condition assessment for deep UCG and the selection of optimal favorable areas in the Yanchuannan block, this study quantified the indices of coal quality, coal seam occurrence, surrounding rocks, hydrogeology, and structures in the No.2 coal seam in the study area. Employing the technique for order preference by similarity to an ideal solution (TOPSIS) method, this study performed mathematical assessments and grading of …

A Method For Intelligent Information Extraction Of Coal Fractures Based On Μct And Deep Learning, Hu Zhazha, Zhang Xun, Jin Yi, Gong Linxian, Huang Wenhui, Ren Jianji, Norbert Klitzsch

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective The fine-scale characterization of fractures in coal reservoirs is significant for the exploration and exploitation of coalbed methane (CBM) resources. Given that the size, orientation, and density of fractures directly affect the permeability of coal seams, the accurate information identification and extraction of fractures in coal seams plays a key role in revealing the formation and propagation mechanisms of fracture networks during reservoir volume fracturing. Conventional methods for fracture information extraction typically rely on manual labeling and feature extraction based on image processing techniques, exhibiting significantly limited accuracy and efficiency. Methods This study proposed a method for fracture information …

Theories, Technologies, And Prospects For The Utilization Of Deep Underground Storage Space, Wei Hengfei, Fang Jie, Shi Junjie, Li Qiuyuan, Yu Beibei, Chen Jing

Coal Geology & Exploration

Background The world's energy utilization has shifted from high-carbon, high-polluting, non-renewable energy to low-carbon, clean, renewable energy. In this process, the utilization of low-carbon, clean energy typified by natural gas, wind power, solar energy, and hydrogen energy needs to be coupled with deep underground storage space (DUSS) to offset their regional constraints and instability. Additionally, low- and zero-carbon technologies like carbon dioxide (CO₂) geological storage also rely on DUSS. Therefore, investigating the theories, technologies, and prospects of DUSS utilization under the low-carbon background will provide significant guidance for efficient DUSS utilization in China. Methods Based on the investigation …

Factors Influencing The Production Of Coalbed Methane From Deep Reservoirs, Wang Zhenzhi, Fu Xuehai, Pan Jienan, Jin Yi, Wang Haichao

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective The production characteristics of coalbed methane (CBM) from deep reservoirs differ significantly from those of CBM from shallow reservoirs. Key challenges in deep CBM production include maintaining reservoir permeability or minimizing permeability loss, enhancing CBM (CH₄) desorption efficiency, and accurately predicting the laws of CH₄ diffusion. There is an urgent need to overcome these challenges through technological innovation and theoretical research. Methods This study systematically analyzed the advances in domestic and international research on coal reservoir permeability, CBM desorption, and CBM diffusion. By integrating the classification of production stages of deep coal reservoirs with the dominant …

Migration Characteristics And Storage Forms Of Liquid And Supercritical Co2 In Saline Aquifers, Peng Xiyi, Wang Yanyong, Li Song, Wang Xiaoguang, Cui Guodong, He Yongming

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective CO₂ storage in saline aquifers serves as a critical technology used to dramatically reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Owing to the low-temperature marine environment and the pressure from overlying seawater, shallow offshore saline aquifers exhibit significantly different temperature and pressure conditions compared to onshore saline aquifers at equivalent burial depths, allowing CO₂ to occur in a liquid state. Compared to supercritical CO₂, liquid CO₂ features higher density, viscosity, and solubility in formation water, which affect the CO₂ migration and storage processes. Previous studies focus primarily on supercritical CO₂, lacking a deep understanding …

Developmental Patterns And Formation And Evolutionary Mechanisms Of Surface Cracks Induced By The Mining Of Shallowly Buried Coal Seams, Hou Enke, Mu Jiaxin, Xie Xiaoshen, Feng Dong, Yang Lei, Li Yan, He Tao, Bao Kangguang, Chen Xiaosheng

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective Surface cracks are recognized as one of the most common geologic hazards in coal mining areas in northern Shaanxi Province. These cracks directly cause damage to surface ecosystems. Furthermore, those penetrating fractures in the overburden act as primary channels for surface water to burst underground, threatening the safe production underground. Methods This study aims to further reveal the developmental patterns of surface cracks induced by the mining of shallowly buried coal seams and elucidate their formation and evolutionary mechanisms. To this end, this study investigated mining face 15218 and 25213 in the Hongliulin Coal Mine in northern Shaanxi. Specifically, …

Deformation Characteristics And Influential Factors Of The Surface Uplift Of Closed Mines, Luo Jin, Li Yingming, Guo Qingbiao, Zhao Guangming

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective The residual surface deformations of closed mines exhibit prolonged duration and complex evolutionary processes, potentially leading to unconventional phenomena like surface uplift, which affects the re-exploitation and reutilization of closed mines. Methods This investigated a mining area in Huainan, Anhui Province as an example to explore the deformation mechanisms, characteristics, and influential factors of the surface uplift of closed mines. Through numerical simulations, this study analyzed the propagation process of surface uplift with an increase in the groundwater level. Accordingly, this study investigated the quantitative impacts of the mining height, groundwater level, and rock strength of the caving zone …

Strength And Damage Characteristics Of Cemented Gangue Backfill During Saturated Immersion, Yu Xiang, Yang Ke, He Xiang, Hou Yongqiang, Wen Zhiqiang, Zhang Lianfu

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective Under the influence of backfill slurry, water inrushes in mining face, and water accumulation in goaves, the water content in cemented gangue backfill varies with the immersion time, thus altering the bearing performance of the backfill. Investigating the strength and damage characteristics of cemented gangue backfill during saturated immersion is crucial for maintaining the stability of the backfill and ensuring the safety of coal mines. Methods Using uniaxial compression tests and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) of cemented gangue backfill during saturated immersion, this study analyzed the law of changes in the backfill strength under varying immersion times. Based on …

Response Characteristics Of The Orthogonal Antennas Of Electromagnetic Azimuthal Resistivity Measurement While Drilling (Mwd) Tool For Coal Mining, Chen Gang

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective and Methods This study aims to determine the factors influencing the detection performance of the electromagnetic azimuthal resistivity measurement while drilling (MWD) tool for coal mining in horizontal wells. Through finite element numerical simulations, this study conducted boundary detection using orthogonal coupling coils with multiple frequencies and coil pitches. This allowed for determining the optimal asymmetric arrangement of coils, as well as the optimal working parameters of frequency, source-detector separation distance, and coil pitch suitable for high-resistivity coal seams. Results and Conclusions The comparative study of orthogonal and inclined coils reveals that in the case of directional signals of …

A Method For High-Accuracy Localization Of Microseismic Sources In Mines Based On Finite Element Simulation, Ning Dianyan, Zhu Kaipeng, Zhu Yongsheng, Yuan Shuxia, Zhou Zhenfang

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective and Methods Microseismic monitoring technology for mines can reflect the deformations and failure of rock layers by capturing low-frequency vibration signals their internal structure generated during the stress-induced deformation and failure of them. Accordingly, water inrush warnings and geologic hazard prediction can be achieved. Acoustic source localization, allowing for the localization of energy release and the early warning of potential hazards, plays a key role in this technology. Presently, when used for acoustic source localization, the time difference of arrival (TDOA) method is facing issues including high algorithmic complexity, significant impacts of probe arrangement on the localization accuracy, and …

A Temporal Fusion Method For Modeling The Rate Of Penetration During Deep Geological Drilling, Zhou Yang, Lu Chengda, Wu Min, Chen Xin, Yao Ningping, Song Haitao, Zhang Youzhen

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective Given that the rate of penetration (ROP) serves as a key indicator of drilling efficiency, constructing an accurate ROP model holds great significance for optimizing drilling processes and reducing drilling costs. However, deep geological drilling faces challenges such as nonlinearity, non-convex optimization, multiple operating conditions, and temporal variations. Consequently, traditional modeling methods are difficult to adapt to complex geologic environments. Methods To address these challenges, this study proposed a fusion method combined with temporal regulation for ROP modeling: the SVR-MDBO method. Initially, a basic ROP model was constructed using support vector regression (SVR) to solve the nonlinear problem caused …

Frequency-Domain Induced Polarization Responses Of Water-Bearing Anomalous Bodies In The Roadway Tunneling Direction In Coal Mines, Hu Xiongwu, Hu Yuanrong, Wu Rongxin, Yu Hao

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective A frequency-domain induced polarization (FDIP) method enables the observation of critical electrical parameters such as frequency dispersivity and complex resistivity of geological bodies, mitigating the multiplicity of solutions in the interpretations of electrical anomalies. This method has emerged as a primary technique for electric method-based advance water detection during roadway tunneling in coal mines. However, the FDIP method primarily focuses on data observation in the direction opposite to roadway tunneling, exhibiting a limited capacity to capture geoelectric information in the roadway tunneling direction. This leads to practical challenges such as unclear orientations of water-bearing anomalous bodies. Therefore, exploring the …

Minutes, Curriculum Committee Meeting, Tuesday, February 25, 2025, Curriculum Committee

Curriculum Committee Minutes

No abstract provided.

Flow Dynamics Of Agricultural Waste Nanofibers: Shear, Temperature, And Oscillatory Insights, Bilge N. Altay, Burak Aksoy, James Atkinson, Christopher Lewis, Carlos Diaz-Acosta, Raymond Francis

Articles

The rheology and fiber size of corn stover (CS) and cleaned cotton gin trash (CGT) cellulose nanofibers (CNFs) were studied including behaviors at both moderate and extremely high shear rates, to simulate industrial processes ranging from mixing and pumping to high-speed coating, printing, and extrusion. Particle size analyzer showed that 99% of CS fibers measured around 226 nm, while 85% of CGT fibers were approximately 143 nm. Both CS and CGT CNFs formed gel-like suspensions, and shear flow tests revealed that all samples exhibited shear-thinning behavior, allowing easy flow under shear forces. Gels with higher solid content (1%) demonstrated extended …