Tablet Shape

Tablet shape is the three-dimensional design of a compressed solid medication, defined by features such as its contour, thickness, and curvature. During manufacturing, punches and dies determine the tablet’s geometry as powder or granules are compacted under pressure, while design choices influence mechanical strength, coating uniformity, handling, and ease of swallowing. In clinical practice, shapes ranging from round and oval to capsule-like forms can support product identification, dose administration, and patient acceptability. Careful shape selection also helps limit defects such as edge chipping or tablet breakage, supporting consistent product quality and reliable drug delivery.

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JoVE Journal - Medicine
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Formation of Dispersible Taohong Siwu Tablets

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2023

This article discusses the process used to formulate and prepare Taohong Siwu, a traditional Chinese medicine, as a dispersible tablet. We performed single-factor and orthogonal experiments to screen the prescription excipients, optimize the formulation process, and produce dispersible Taohong Siwu tablets.

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JoVE Journal - Behavior

Assessment of Age-related Changes in Cognitive Functions Using EmoCogMeter, a Novel Tablet-computer Based Approach

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2014

We tested the usability of a tablet-computer-based application (EmoCogMeter) in investigating the effects of age on cognition. Results show an age-related cognitive decline, thereby proving the usability of our application. Findings underline the great clinical and practical potential of a tablet-based application for detection and monitoring of cognitive dysfunction.

LeafJ: An ImageJ Plugin for Semi-automated Leaf Shape Measurement

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2013

Demonstration of key methods for high throughput leaf measurements. These methods can be used to accelerate leaf phenotyping when studying many plant mutants or otherwise screening plants by leaf phenotype.

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JoVE Journal - Neuroscience
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Evaluating Tests of Cognition using a Computerized Touch-Sensitive Tablet, Eye Tracking, and Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging

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2026

A protocol for simultaneous recording of visuomotor behavior and brain activity during standard paper-based cognitive tests using an MRI-compatible tablet and eye-tracking technology alongside functional MRI, towards improving the usage of such tests. Preliminary results are presented from a young healthy adult performing a Trail-Making test.

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JoVE Core - Chemistry

Molecular Shape and Polarity

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2020

Dipole Moment of a Molecule Polar covalent bonds connect two atoms with differing electronegativities, leaving one atom with a partial positive charge (δ+) and the other atom with a partial negative charge (δ–), as the electrons are pulled toward the more electronegative atom. This separation of charge gives rise to a bond dipole moment. The magnitude of a bond dipole moment is represented by the Greek letter mu (µ) and is given by the formula shown here, where Q is the magnitude of the...

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