Biotopical distribution and seasonal activity of model species of the family Gnaphosidae (Araneae) in Zemen gorge (SW Bulgaria)

A faunistic study was carried out for three years in Zemen gorge (1984-1986).With the help of Barber-traps 675 gnaphosid spiders were caught 2 Piece Power Reclining Sectional in 4 localities, each with 2 habitats, meadow and forest.23 species were found in total and their biotopical distribution was recorded.The investigated habitats are faunistica

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On the Questionable Appeal of Glossy/Shiny Food Packaging

Those stimuli that have a shiny/glossy visual appearance are typically rated as both attractive and attention capturing.Indeed, for millennia, shiny precious metals and glossy lacquerware have been used to enhance the presentation, and thus the perception, of food and drink.As such, one might have expected that adding a shiny/glossy appearance/fini

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CFD analysis and experimental comparison of novel roof tile shapes

In tiled pitched roofs, a ventilated layer reduces the heat transfer between tiles and roof structure by means of natural and forced convection, thereby also reducing the cooling energy requirement.This effect could be enhanced by increasing the air permeability between the tiles by means of novel tile shapes, as proposed by the HEROTILE Accessorie

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