Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
EFFECT OF WELD PARAMETERS ON MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF THE FRICTION STIR WELDING AA6063-T5

Effect of tool rotation speed and welding speed on the mechanical properties of the FSW joint of AA6063-T5 was investigated. The influences of the ratio of rotation speed and weld speed on the weld thermal cycle, hardness distribution, and tensile strength of the FSW joint were clarified. The experimental results showed the lower the ratio of rotation speed and weld speed, the lower weld heat input, the narrower the softened zone and the higher tensile strength were. In all cases, the tensile fracture located outside the stirred zone, in the retreating side or advancing side, where the hardness was lowest. It was also found that the residual stress in and around the welded zone was quite low, in range of ten percent of base metal yield stress.
2 Related Work 2 . 1 Use of spatial metaphors for Enterprise Architecture

Enterprise Architectures (EAs) are commonly visualized in the form of text, numbers, tables, graphs, models, and diagrams. These information visualization types are used to describe EAs in today’s organizations, but often lack an intuitive representation. In this paper, we provide another form of EA visualization utilizing the city metaphor. This spatial metaphor is suitable for visualizing complex information structures and potentially facilitates easy understanding of EAs, especially for non-IT staff. Based on a literature review and three rounds of open card sorting, we mapped eleven classes of EA objects to city elements. Our results enabled us to develop a formal language that allows an implementable and human-readable specification of various views, which we call EA City. We created an early stage 3D EA City prototype to demonstrate its applicability. Our model provides a solid foundation for further work on the city metaphor in the context of EA visualization.
Chemical Composition, Sensory Evaluation, Starter Activity and Rheological Properties of Cow and Coconut Milk

The aims of this investigation were (1) to study the influence of mixing various levels of coconut milk to cow milk on the chemical composition, sensory evaluation and rheological properties, (2) to determine the activity of classic yoghurt and ABT cultures in the previously mentioned milk. Acidity, Eh, total nitrogen and ash levels of cow milk were slightly higher than those of coconut milk. On the contrary, total solids and fat values highly raised in the coconut milk than in the cow milk. Coconut milk obtained the greatest scores for color, appearance, body and texture; and the lowest scores of flavour. Increasing of acidity and Eh values within fermentation was lower in coconut milk than in cow milk. Incorporation of coconut milk with cow milk reduced the development of acidity and Eh in mixed milk. Blinding of different levels of coconut milk with cow milk lowered the curd tension values. Syneresis values of cow and coconut milk mixtures were higher than that of cow milk only.
Growth and Fluctuations in Colonial Singapore , 1900 – 1939 † Keen

Our paper represents a quantitative inquiry into the economic growth and fluctuations of the British colony in Singapore during the early 20th century. Hitherto, little economic history has been written on this great entrepôt of Southeast Asia due to a lack of data. We overcome this limitation by utilizing the GDP series recently constructed for the pre-war period by Sugimoto (2009). Trend and cycle components in national income and its constituents are estimated through statistical techniques. The results are used to study commercial development and business cycles in the colonial era as well as to explore the role of foreign trade both as an engine of growth and a source of economic instability.
Real and Nominal Effects of Monetary Shocks under Uncertainty ∗

This paper investigates possible heterogeneity and asymmetry of monetary policy transmission under different uncertainty regimes using threshold VAR. I use the dispersion of nominal GDP from the Survey of Professional Forecasters as a measure of economic uncertainty. I focus on how increasing uncertainty may affect the effectiveness of monetary policy on output and inflation. In high uncertainty periods, monetary policy has stronger real effects, yet weaker price effects. Thence, conventional uncertainty predictions does not seem to match the empirical results in this paper. I argue that a rational inattention framework could be more suited to analysing this particular question than a full-information rational expectations benchmark. JEL classification: E32, E52, E58, D83
EVALUATION OF INDIGENOUS PLANT POWDER AGAINST PULSE BEETLE ( Callosobruchus chinensis L . ) OF STORED CHICKPEA

The study was carried out in the Laboratory of Entomology, Faculty of Agriculture, Sylhet Agricultural University, Sylhet during October to December 2014 with a view to assessing the effectiveness of four indigenous plants powder as protectant of stored chickpea seeds from the attack of pulse beetle (Callosobruchus chinensis L.). Plant powders were prepared from neem leaf (Azadirachta indica), black pepper (Piper nigrum L.), clove (Caryophyllus aromaticus L.) and methi (Trigonella foenum graecum L.). Three doses of all four plant powders @ 5 g, 10 g and 15 g kg -1 of chickpea seeds were used to determine the oviposition inhibition, adult emergence (%), adult mortality (%) and seed weight loss (%) due to the attack of pulse beetle. All three doses of clove powder were found to be most effective in protecting chickpea seeds from the attack of pulse beetle, in terms of eggs laid (0), egg bearing seeds (0), adult emergence (0%) and seed weight loss (0%). In respect of above four parameters other treatments had negligible effect having no significant difference with the control. The result indicated that all three doses of clove powder could be used as protectant of chickpea seeds in storage. Low dose (5 g clove powder for 1 kg of chickpea seeds) could be preferable to other two higher doses (10 g, 15 g clove powder for 1 kg of chickpea seeds) in respect of lower cost involvement. Because low dose was found to be effective, year-round experiments could be undertaken to determine the effectiveness of some lower clove powder doses than that of 5 g clove powder kg -1 of chickpea seeds.
No . 332 Agglomeration in the Periphery *

This paper argues that agglomeration externalities are important even in the rural periphery. The analysis focuses on the forced relocation of more than a tenth of the Finnish population after World War II. Using the details of the resettlement policy to construct instrumental variables for wartime population growth rate, I find that an exogenous increase in municipality's population had a positive effect on later population growth, industrialization and real wages. These findings are consistent with the presence of agglomeration externalities and inconsistent with other popular explanations for the spatial distribution of economic activity. JEL Classification: R12, J61, N94
Evaluating seasonality and pathogenicity of aeromonas in Korea using environmental DNA

Fish are sensitive to environmental perturbations, and a common signal of an unbalanced ecosystem is fish disease and death. Recently in Inje County, Korea, finding dead fish has become a common situation. Our goal was to use environmental DNA (eDNA) approaches to look for geographic and seasonal patterns in the presence of Aeromonas in waterways. First, we cultured and identified bacteria from diseased fish and screened for virulence factors. Twelve of the 21 identified bacterial species are known fish pathogens, with Aeromonas veronii and A. hydrophila being most common (37/61 total strains). Focusing on A. veronii and A. hydrophila, we used an eDNA method to screen water samples from the major waterways. We discovered geographic and seasonal patterns—Aeromonas detection was highest in Inbuk Stream and lowest during the summer.
QoS Based OVPN Connection Set up and Performance Analysis

Due to high demand of optical virtual private network (OVPN) connection setup with guaranteed quality of service (QoS) requirement, it is necessary to provide such application by the provider network. In order to support this we propose a QoS based OVPN connection set up mechanism over WDM network to the end customer, which also maintains the minimum blocking probability. The proposed WDM network model can be specified in terms of QoS parameters such as bandwidth and delay. We estimated those QoS parameters based on available resources and QoS requirements in terms of quality factor (Q-Factor). In this mechanism the OVPN connections also can be created or deleted according to the availability of the resources. In this paper we have considered the effect of polarization mode dispersion for the computation of Q-Factors which is prominent effect at high speed networks. The goal of the work is to dynamically provide a best OVPN connection during frequent arrival of connection requests with QoS requirements.
Design Criteria Modeling - Use of Ontology-Based Algorithmic Modeling to Represent Architectural Design Criteria at the Conceptual Design Stage

ABSTRACTThis paper proposes an ontology-based parametric modeling tool termed “Design Criteria Modeling (DCM),” which applies a graphic predicate tool and semantic ontologies of architectural topology. DCM aims to help architects in representing, exploring, and validating design criteria by means of parametric 3D model at the early design stage. By applying a semantic ontology reasoner, DCM can help architects to determine whether conceptual models meet the semantic ontology of proposed design criteria.
COMBINING ABILITY AND HEREDITY OF SOME IMPORTANT TRAITS IN LINSEED BREEDING

A set of 66 direct hybrids, in F1 generation, obtained in a diallel system by crossing 12 parental linseed (Linum usi tatissimum L.) genotypes in the Research Institute for Ce reals and Industrial Crops – Fundulea, was used in 1995 to determine the general combining ability (GCA) and the specific combining ability (SCA) as well as heritability coefficients (in a broad and restricted sense) of the following traits: plant length, boll number/m2, TKW, seed yield, oil content and oil yield. In the case of all these traits, the effects of general combining ability were much more important, which confirms the idea that for all these traits addi tivity effects of genes are prevailing. On the basis of GCA for all the traits studied the best parental genotypes were the following lines: L-5312-93, L-3060-91 and L-6106-94 created at RICIC – Fundulea. Heratibility coefficients in a restricted sense confirm the uniform transmission to offspring particularly of the traits: oil content and plant height, but also other traits, except TKW, show a rather good heritability (values for these coefficients exceed 0.5). Simple (phenotypic) correlation coefficients among the six traits reveal the tight link between: seed yield and boll number/m2; oil content and oil yield; plant height and boll number/m2; boll number and oil content and oil yield; oil content and oil yield.
The Electronic Magazine of Original Peer-Reviewed Survey Articles

Geocasting is the delivery of a message to nodes within a geographical region. With geocast, new services and applications are feasible, such as finding friends who are nearby, geographic advertising, and accident or wrong-way driver warning on a motorway. In this article we present a survey on geocast routing protocols. The protocols mainly differ in whether they are based on flooding, directed flooding, or on routing without flooding, and whether they are suitable for ad hoc networks or for infrastructure networks. Based on these criteria we propose a classification of geocast protocols. Our protocol comparison includes message and memory complexity, robustness, and the ability to deliver geocast packets in partially partitioned networks. Finally, we present simulations to compare the approaches based on flooding, directed flooding, and routing without flooding.
Association of rs 2228570 Polymorphism of Vitamin D Receptor Gene with Lumbar Degenerative Disc Disease

The vitamin D receptor (VDR) gene, which is located on chromosome 12 (12q12–q14), was the first gene reported to be potentially related to the intervertebral degenerative disc disease risk. It is believed to play critical roles in the mechanisms of chondrocyte proliferation and bone mineralization and remodeling (22,23). The VDR is an endocrine member of the nuclear receptor superfamily of steroid hormones and acts as a ligand-activated transcription factor (5). VDR polymorphisms are thought to affect degenerative disc disease, osteoarthritis, and osteoporosis (4). Based on the abovementioned information, we conducted a case-control study in a Turkish population and investigated the association between the VDR gene rs2228570 FokI polymorphism and the development of LDDD. █ INTRODUCTION Lumbar degenerative disc disease (LDDD) is the most common cause of low back pain (LBP) and sciatica. Moreover, the degenerative process has been identified as multifactorial, irreversible, and associated with mechanical dysfunction (13). LBP is mainly caused by lumbar disc disease and affects more than 50% of the population during their lifetimes, while the lifetime incidence of sciatica varies from 13% to 40% (3,7,16). Some studies have shown that 20% of LDDD patients require surgical treatment due to persistent or aggrevated leg pain (6,9). LBP generally leads to reduced physical activity and a decreased quality of life; therefore, it brings with it serious economic pressure on society with the overall loss of work (1). AIM: To investigate the association between the vitamin D receptor (VDR) gene rs2228570 FokI polymorphism and the development of lumbar degenerative disc disease (LDDD) in the Turkish population. MATERIAL and METHODS: This was a prospective case-control study that included 45 patients with LDDD and 49 healthy individuals (control group). The clinical investigations of the LDDD patients consisted of neurological examinations, lumbar magnetic resonance imaging studies, visual analog scale (VAS) scores, and Oswestry Disability Index scores. The VDR gene rs2228570 FokI polymorphism was analyzed via a real-time polymerase chain reaction. RESULTS: Individuals with the VDR GG genotype had a significantly increased risk of LDDD, while those with the AG genotype had a significantly decreased risk. In addition, the A allele may have a protective effect against LDDD in the Turkish population. Moreover, the VAS pain results showed that the GG genotype had a significantly higher score than the others. CONCLUSION: VDR rs2228570 AG genotype is at a decreased risk and the GG genotype is at an increased risk of LDDD in the Turkish population. Since genetic polymorphisms often show ethnic differences, further functional studies are needed to evaluate the genotype and phenotype correlations in large cohorts of various ethnicities.
Trypanosoma evansi and “Candidatus Mycoplasma haemolamae” Co-Infection in One-Humped Camel (Camelus dromedarius) from the Northwest of Iran: A Case Report

A 4-year-old male one-humped camel (Camelus dromedarius) was referred to Veterinary Teaching Hospital of Urmia University, Iran in 2017 with anorexia, weakness, depression and pale mucosa. Decreased red blood cell count, packed cell volume and hemoglobin concentration were detected by complete blood cell count. In Giemsa-stained peripheral blood smears Trypanosoma spp. trypomastigotes scattered between erythrocytic spaces and Mycoplasma-like organisms were observed attached to the surface of erythrocytes. Species-specific PCR assay confirmed T. evansi and Candidatus Mycoplasma haemolamae (CMhl) co-infection. Administration of diminazene aceturate, oxytetracycline 20%, flunixin meglumine and phosphorus-vitamin B12 were not effective in treatment. Hemoplasmosis should be considered as an important differential diagnosis of conditions associated with hemolytic anemia in camel.
eview ssessment of steroidogenesis and steroidogenic enzyme functions

There is some confusion in the literature about steroidogenesis in endocrine glands and steroidogenesis in peripheral intracrine tissues. The objective of the present review is to bring some clarifications and better understanding about steroidogenesis in these two types of tissues. Concerns about substrate specificity, kinetic constants and place of enzymes in the pathway have been discussed. The role of 17 -hydroxylase/17–20 lyase (CYP17A1) in the production of dehydroepiandrosterone and back-door pathways of dihydrotestosterone biosynthesis is also analyzed. This article is part of a Special Issue entitled “Synthesis and biological testing of steroid derivatives as inhibitors”. ndrogen biosynthesis estrogen biosynthesis
An Analysis of Consumer Innovativeness and Cognitive Buying Behavior of Young Adults : An Empirical Study on University Students

The intent of this is paper is to investigate the relationship between cognitive and sensory consumer behavior as independent variable with gender as dependent variable. To conduct this research five-point Lickert scale close ended questionnaires are distributed adopting random sampling technique to 650 students studying in various public and private universities of Lahore, while 581 are collected having response rate is 89%. The data is then passed through SPSS employing logistic regression as a statistical tool as the dependent variable is binominal. Means are also compared in order to support the research. Findings indicate that female are more behaviorally inclined to shopping as compare to male while male are more cognitively strong. Female make shopping decisions more carelessly. The buying decisions of female are more influenced by media as compare to male. The male are more brands loyal as compare to female and the physical appearance of salesperson also affects their buying decisions. Male are more time restricted as compare to female. Overall female are more behaviorally inclined to shopping. Future research can be conducted on all general consumers of all ages. Another limitation of this study is specific factors which were included in CSI model other factors can also be included according to the context. Managers and policy makers pay very attention towards the needs and wants of young adults as they are growing segment of the market especially students of various universities. This research paper will be useful for managers and other policy makers as through this paper they will be able to identify the various shopping behaviors of young people.
Effect of Printing Parameters on the Mechanical Properties of Parts Fabricated with Open-Source 3D Printers in PLA by Fused Deposition Modeling

3D polymer-based printers have become easily accessible to the public. Usually, the technology used by these 3D printers is Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM). The majority of these 3D printers mainly use acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) and polylactic acid (PLA) to fabricate 3D objects. In order for the printed parts to be useful for specific applications, the mechanical properties of the printed parts must be known. The aim of this study is to determine the tensile strength and elastic modulus of printed materials in polylactic acid (PLA) according to three important printing parameters such as deposition angle, extruder temperature and printing speed. The central composite design (CCD) was used to reduce the number of tensile test experiments. The obtained results show that the mechanical properties of printed parts depend on printing parameters. Empirical models relating response and process parameters are developed. The analysis of variance (ANOVA) was used to test the validity of models relating response and printing parameters. The optimal printing parameters are determined for the desired mechanical properties.
O*NET™ Interest Profiler: Reliability, Validity, and Self-Scoring

The development of the O*NET Interest Profiler was directed by Phil Lewis and David Rivkin. Eight research phases were conducted in support of the development of the instrument, each of which required multiple steps and the participation of a wide variety of staff, contractors, and pilot sites. Grateful acknowledgment for their prominent roles in this process is made to A special thanks is given to Dr. René V. Dawis for his technical contribution and the guidance he provided at the conception of the project. v Executive Summary This report summarizes a study designed to further the development of the O*NET™ Interest Profiler, an interest inventory that aids individuals in identifying their work-related interests. The study was conducted by researchers at the study's purpose was twofold: first, to examine the psychometric properties— reliability and validity—of the final form of the O*NET Interest Profiler, and second, to evaluate the self-scoring aspect of the instrument. For comparison purposes, all analyses were also carried out on the Interest-Finder (Defense Manpower Data Center, 1995), another self-scoring assessment instrument designed to help individuals discover their work-related interests. The innovative self-administering, self-scoring format of the O*NET Interest Profiler was supported. The O*NET Interest Profiler presents the items of each RIASEC construct to clients in a mixed fashion, rather than grouped together by RIASEC construct (cf. Interest-Finder, Self-Directed Search [Holland, 1994]). Results from a principal components analysis indicate that this item format reduced the presence of a general response bias (i.e., endorsement of the items of an interest area in a particular fashion based on an initial impression or tendency) found in interest assessment inventories. In addition, examination of clients' ability to self-score the O*NET Interest Profiler revealed a low percentage of scoring errors and, more importantly, a minimal presence of misclassifications. The results from the internal consistency reliability analyses are comparable to other Holland-type interest inventories. The results from the stability analysis show that the O*NET Interest Profiler is very consistent over time and generally more consistent than the Interest-Finder. A principal components analysis indicated that the factor structures of the Interest-Finder and the O*NET Interest Profiler are similar to what has been found for other RIASEC inventories. These findings suggest that the O*NET Interest Profiler fits well into the constellation of other established vocational interest measures. Equivalent scales from both measures were highly correlated, supporting the convergence validity of these measures. According to the Holland model, …
Casein kinase II – mediated phosphorylation of lipin 1 phosphatidate phosphatase

Meagan Hennessy, Mitchell E. Granade, Azam Hassaninasab, Dana Wang, Joanna M. Kwiatek, Gil-Soo Han, Thurl E. Harris, and X George M. Carman From the Department of Food Science and the Rutgers Center for Lipid Research, New Jersey Institute for Food, Nutrition, and Health, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey 08901 and the Department of Pharmacology, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia 22908
Sign restrictions in Smooth Transition VAR models ∗

We develop a way of identifying Smooth Transition Vector Autoregressive models using sign restrictions. In so doing, we offer an alternative to the recursive identification typically used for these models. What makes sign restrictions tractable despite the nonlinearities of the model is the use of a Bayesian approach. We then use the model and argue that monetary policy shocks have a smaller effect on output when the economy is experiencing relatively high levels of uncertainty. The results cannot be driven by the higher price flexibility documented by the literature in periods when uncertainty is high. In fact, we find that not only output but also prices display a limited response to monetary shocks when uncertainty is high. The results suggest that the effectiveness of monetary policy is driven by mechanisms that go beyond price stickiness. JEL classification: C32, E52.