In wireless sensor networks (WSNs), power consumption is an important aspect when designing routing protocols.When compared to other components of a sensor node, the power required by radio transmitters is responsible for most of the consumption.One way to optimize energy consumption is by using energy-aware protocols.Such protocols take into consi

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Background and Objectives: The medial collateral ligament (MCL) is one of the major supporting ligaments of the knee joint, and MCL injuries are common where excessive valgus loading is applied to the knee joint.Although most Downtown Crossbody MCL injuries can be treated conservatively, healing of the MCL can take several weeks to months.Furthermo

Abstract A new Bergeria (Lepidodendrales, Flemingitaceae), B.wenquanensis sp.nov., is described in this paper, typically characterized by the longest and elongated leaf cushions ever found.The specimen, collected from the Mississippian of Wenquan County, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, China, is represented by a fossil AEG KP8404001M PYROLYTIC SI