Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Systematic material and crack type specific pipe burst outflow simulations by means of EPANET2

The calculation of outflow from pipe bursts is of interest for water utilities, as the discharged water may cause large amounts of damage to the adjacent infrastructure. Therefore, the crack type specific relationship between leakage outflow and pressure is of interest. Recent findings offer new opportunities for burst outflow calculations with hydraulic models. In this paper, we compare two calculation approaches according to uncertainties caused by input parameters and give recommendations for the applicability of the methods. Simulations in a case study area have shown large leakage outflow differences between the two approaches for longitudinal cracks. For circumferential cracks, the differences are smaller. Further, due to the uncertain leak size and form of probable bursts we involved Monte Carlo simulations in the model approach. These allow the derivation of mean values and standard deviations of leakage outflow per pipe section to make the uncertainty of the results more transparent.
COMPARATIVE TOXICITY OF SOME INSECTICIDES AGAINST RICE LEAF FOLDER (Cnaphalorosis medinalis) UNDER FIELD SITUATIONS

against Cnaphalorosis medinalis. Four synthetic insecticides were applied with three replicates at recommended dose rates. Toxicity trials were performed under RCBD. The results of the toxicity experiments disclosed the lowest mean leaf reduction damage (6.84%) after 14 days of 2nd spray by application of Flubendamide followed by Emmamectin Benzoate (15.03%). The damage was reduced 17.21-17.00% in case of Fibronil and 17.19-16.12% by Lambda cyhalothrin but was superior to untreated plots. The results of 1st spray revealed that the lowest mean leaf damage (12.24%) was noted in case of Flubendamide application among the tested insecticides. In case of yield analysis, the highest percent grain filling (92.34%) was examined in Belt insecticide trailed by Timer (87.12%), whereas the lowest (70.46%) was noted in case of control. Increase in yield (%) disclosed that the highest increase in yield (21.54%) was recorded in application of Belt insecticide, while relatively the lowest (10.23%) was observed in Boxer insecticide. Overall, the results depicted that the longest exposure period proved more effective as relative high reduction in leaf damage, and Flubendamide was the most effective among the all tested insecticides. Hence, this insecticide can be used in Intergrated Pest Management Program (IPM) for the successful management of C. medinalis. Keywords: Oryza sativa, insect pests, IPM, pest scouting, toxicity bioassays, efficacy.
Sensitivity of 'Push' and 'Pull' strategies to information updating rate

One would expect a continuous production planning and control system to be more sensitive to information inaccuracy than a periodic one. In practice, a major source of information inaccuracy is the updating rate of the perceived system state. This phenomenon is particularly significant in global firms that must employ appropriate technology and procedures for updating the corporate information throughout its branches. The study compares 'Push' and 'Pull' strategies for production planning and control under different updating rates for inventory information. For this purpose, we propose a Pull control mechanism for an environment characterized by inaccurate information. Then we construct a simulation model for a specific flow-shop production process that can be controlled by either the Pull or Push approach. The simulation results show a significant domination of the Pull strategy over Push. The results confirm that the Pull approach protects the flow of materials against machine and market variations, which were known, and also against a lack of information, which is new. The Pull strategy is less sensitive to the information updating rate since it smoothes the materials' flow and thus the inventory information gaps (known versus actual) are much smaller.
An active comb filter design for harmonic interference removal

Abstract The active comb filter without the use of inductors is very useful for removing harmonic noise such as power line interference in bio‐medical signals. This paper presents an approach for the design of an active comb filter. A table composed of 62 bandpass filters is proposed, which can be used in the design of the presented active comb filter. Simulation results and performance tests are given to demonstrate the feasibility of the presented active comb filter
Assessing the Feasibility of an Online Module for Promoting Cancer Prevention Measures

Objectives The aims of this pilot study were (1) to develop a cancer prevention module consisting of an animated video and a short questionnaire, (2) to assess new knowledge gained by the participants, and (3) to solicit feedback for improving the cancer prevention module. Methods Volunteers who previously agreed to be contacted regarding research studies were approached via email. After completing the cancer prevention module, a list of cancer prevention recommendations was provided. Newly gained knowledge was assessed, and feedback was solicited. Results Overall, 290 of 3165 individuals contacted completed the online module (9.2%), and 38.6% of the participants indicated that they learned something new about cancer prevention measures. A similar proportion, 41.4%, mentioned that they learned about measures that were recommended and due. Paradoxically, response rate was the lowest in the ≥50 year old age group although this group reported the highest rate of learning about new cancer prevention measures. Feedback was favorable in that 70.7% mentioned that the recommendations were helpful to them personally, 69.3% felt motivated to take action to reduce their risk of cancers, and 67% would recommend the online module to their friends and family. Conclusion We developed an online cancer prevention module which seems to be suitable for promoting cancer prevention measures as feedback was favorable, and new knowledge was gained. Future efforts will focus on using the module to promote cancer prevention measures to the general public particularly for the ≥50 year age group.
Linear and spatial variability of eucalyptus dendrometric attributes correlated with the properties of a Typic Haplustox soil (Oxisol) in the Brazilian savannah

Effects of soil attributes using the geostatistical tool improves the interpretation of specific soil management. Thus, this study aimed to evaluate the physical, chemical, and microbiological properties of a Typical Haplustox (Oxisol), identifying those with the best linear and spatial correlation with eucalyptus (Eucalyptus spp.) vegetative growth. The experiment was conducted at the Teaching, Research, and Extension Farm (FEPE) of the Universidade Estadual Paulista (UNESP), Campus of Ilha Solteira. Thirty-five points spaced 13 meters apart were demarcated for analysis, which were distributed in 5 rows of 7 points each. From each point, 2 soil samples were collected from the 0-10 cm depth layer. The physical, chemical, and microbiological soil properties evaluated were: sand, silt, and clay contents; penetration resistance (PR), gravimetric moisture (GM), real density (RD), microbial biomass carbon (MBC), respirometry (CO2-C), metabolic quotient (qCO2), organic matter content (OM), and hydrogenionic potential (pH). The eucalyptus attributes assessed were: plant height (PH) and circumference at breast height (CBH). Each attribute was analyzed by descriptive statistics using the SAS software. Data frequency distribution was verified by the Shapiro Wilk method, and geospatial changes were analyzed by the GS+ software. The soil property that best explained the variability in eucalyptus dendrometric attributes was real density (RD). Except for RD, all properties did not show spatial dependence (i.e., pure nugget effect), which significantly represents eucalyptus vegetative performance.
Green Supply Chain Management

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Cell density monitoring and control of microencapsulated CHO cell cultures

Though mammalian cells play a key role in the manufacturing of recombinant glycosylated proteins, cell cultures and productivity are limited by the lack of suitable systems to enable stable perfusion culture. Microencapsulation, or entrapping cells within a semi-permeable membrane, offers the potential to generate high cell density cultures and improve the productivity by mimicking the cells natural environment. However, the cells being secluded by the microcapsules membrane are difficult to access for monitoring purposes. In this study, CHO-DP12 cells were cultured within calcium-alginate-poly-Llysine-alginate microcapsules in two bench scale- bioreactors, including a highly sensitive bench-scale calorimeter. The different cultures were monitored by continuous real-time dielectric spectroscopy and/or heat-flow measurements. These measurements were acquired, saved and plotted as time charts for rapid culture evaluation within a LabVIEW Virtual Instrument specifically designed for this study. Findings of this study show that capacitance measurements gave real time information on the viable cell density evolution in batch, fed batch and high density perfusion cultures; and the heat flux measurements allowed to follow the cell evolution in high density perfusion cultures. More significantly, dielectric spectroscopy gave precise information throughout each stage of the culture, from inoculation to the maximum cell density reached and through the early stages of the decline phase. Based on these results, a control strategy was implemented within the tailored LabVIEW program to control the feed rate of fed-batch cultures. The feed rate was calculated directly in the Virtual Instrument in accordance with the viable cell density and growth rate measured by dielectric spectroscopy. The capability of monitoring the evolution of microencapsulated cultures brings microencapsulation technology a step towards a potential industrial application.
double role of Hindu women in Bandar Lampung

This study focuses on (1) the dual roles of Hindu women in Bandar Lampung, (2) the forms of the dual roles of Hindu women in Bandar Lampung, (3) the implications of the dual roles of Hindu women in Bandar Lampung for themselves, their families, and society. The theories used in this study include the first theory of Abraham Harold Maslow's motivation which emphasizes the hierarchy of needs and motivations, the second theory of Liberal Feminism in dismantling the concept of patriarchy, and the third, the theory of Hegemony to dissect the problems regarding the implications of Hindu women for themselves, their families, and implications for society in Bandar Lampung. This study uses a phenomenological approach with a critical emancipatory knowledge paradigm. The method used is observation, interviews and literature study with data analysis techniques with qualitative interpretation to explain the sociological phenomena observed in the field in accordance with the meaning given by the research subjects. The results of this study indicate that (1) The reasons why Hindu women have a dual role are due to economic reasons, social reasons, cultural reasons, reasons for patriarchal domination, and religious reasons.
Double-Layer Capacitances Caused by Ion–Solvent Interaction in the Form of Langmuir-Typed Concentration Dependence

Variations of the double layer capacitances (DLCs) at a platinum electrode with concentrations and kinds of salts in aqueous solutions were examined in the context of facilitating orientation of solvent dipoles. With an increase in ionic concentrations, the DLCs increased by ca. a half and then kept constant at concentrations over 1 mol dm−3. This increase was classically explained in terms of the Gouy–Chapman (GC) equation combined with the Stern model. Unfortunately, measured DLCs were neither satisfied with the Stern model nor the GC theory. Our model suggests that salts destroy hydrogen bonds at the electrode–solution interface to orient water dipoles toward the external electric field. A degree of the orientation depends on the interaction energy between the salt ion and a water dipole. The statistical mechanic calculation allowed us to derive an equation for the DLC as a function of salt concentration and the interaction energy. The equation took the Langmuir-type in the relation with the concentration. The interaction energy was obtained for eight kinds of salts. The energy showed a linear relation with the interaction energy of ion–solvent for viscosity, called the B-coefficient.
A fault detection and isolation system using GMDH neural networks

This paper presents an approach to fault detection and diagnosis systems, which exploits the so-called group method of data handling (GMDH) algorithm. This algorithm can be considered as a structural identification technique or a feedforward neural network with a growing structure during the training process. Based on the GMDH algorithm, a knowledge-based fault detection and diagnosis system is proposed. The distinctive features of our approach are the insensitiveness to the influence of unknown inputs and high efficiency with lack of information regarding the structure and dynamics of the system being diagnosed. Our diagnostic system has been applied to failure monitoring tasks in the measuring electronic system of a dustmeter. A simulation study shows successful results for the proposed approach.
Analysis and behaviour of transfer plate–shear wall systems in tall buildings

The current practice of design for a transfer plate–shear wall system in tall buildings does not generally include the interaction effect of the transfer plate and the supported shear walls on the structural behaviour of the system. As a result, it may lead to an unreasonable design for the internal forces of structural members and the corresponding steel reinforcement detailing. In this paper, analysis and structural behaviour of transfer plates supporting in‐plane loaded shear walls are presented, where emphasis is placed on the interaction between the transfer plate and the supported shear walls. The interaction effect is shown to cause significant stress redistributions both in the transfer plate and in the shear walls within an interactive zone. Parameters that influence significantly the structural behaviour and force transfer mechanism, such as the span–depth ratio of the transfer plate, the stiffness and locations of the shear walls, and the stiffness of support columns, are also highlighted. The paper is expected to provide not only a better understanding of the interactive characteristic of transfer plate–shear wall systems, but also a useful reference for the design of transfer plates supporting in‐plane loaded shear walls in tall buildings. Copyright © 2003 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
Modeling Millennials’ Adoption Intentions of E-banking: Extending UTAUT with Perceived Risk and Trust

The rationale of this research is to analyse and observe the factors that persuade millennials’ acceptance, adoption and usage of e-banking services in the banking industry in India. This research used primary data gathered from millennials in India. The sampling technique used is judgment sampling. Statistical analysis is conducted using structural equation modeling. The study’s findings indicate that effort expectancy, trust, social influence, performance expectancy and perceived risk are the factors that impinge on millennials’ behavioural intention of e-banking. The study suggests that effort expectancy, trust, social influence and performance expectancy posit a positive association with the e-banking behavioural intention of millennials in India. On the contrary, perceived risk is in a negative association with the e-banking behavioural intention of the millennials. The study makes a novel contribution to the literature with reference to India, being a pioneer attempt to investigate the factors that affect e-banking acceptance by millennials in Indian banks by extending UTAUT with perceived risk and trust. The present study contributes to the literature on e-banking adoption in India by highlighting that trust plays a crucial role in Indian millennials’ intention to adopt e-banking technology in high-power distance country like India.
Association between Self-Reported Gluten Avoidance and Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Findings of the NutriNet-Santé Study

Self-management of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is increasingly focusing on exclusion diets. In particular; patients are showing a significant interest in the gluten-free diet for the treatment of IBS. However; the lack of scientific evidence prevents the establishment of clear dietary guidelines and attention is needed as dietary restriction can lead to potentially adverse effects. This cross-sectional study aims to explore the practice of gluten avoidance in participants identified with IBS in a large cohort of non-celiac French adults. The population included 15,103 participants of the NutriNet-Santé study who completed a functional gastrointestinal disorder questionnaire based on the Rome III criteria to identify IBS in 2013 and a food avoidance questionnaire in 2016. Data on diet and anthropometric and sociodemographic characteristics were collected. Multivariate logistic regression models were used to compare the avoidance of gluten between IBS and non-IBS participants. Participants were mainly women (73.4%) and the mean age in this population was 55.8 ± 13.2 years. Among these individuals, 804 (5.4%) participants were identified as IBS cases. Among them, the prevalence of gluten avoidance was estimated at 14.8%, of which 3.0% reported total avoidance; versus 8.8% and 1.6% in non-IBS participants. After adjustments; gluten avoidance was higher in IBS participants compared to their non-IBS counterparts: (OR = 1.86; 95%CI = 1.21, 2.85) for total and (OR = 1.71; 95%CI = 1.36, 2.14) for partial avoidance. Participants identified with IBS were more associated with gluten avoidance than non-IBS participants. Further studies are needed to explore the long-term consequences of dietary interventions and to provide consistent dietary guidance connected to patient perception.
The Relationship Between Less Consumption of Vegetables and Fruit With Overweight Incidence at Productive Age (15-64 Years) in Parung District, Bogor Regency

Obesity/overweight is a nutritional problem that has an impact on long-term health. An overweight person has a risk of developing diabetes, ischemic heart disease, and cancer. The purpose of this study is to analyze the relationship of factors of lack of vegetable and fruit consumption with the incidence of overweight at the productive age (15-64 years) in Parung Subdistrict. This study uses secondary data, a quantitative type with a cross-sectional study design. The sample of this study is 142 people of productive age (15-64 years) using simple random sampling, data collection was conducted in conjunction with vaccine surveys in Parung Subdistrict conducted by officers and applied 3M. The results showed that there was no relationship between lack of consumption of vegetables and fruits with overweight events. Factors lacking fruit and vegetable consumption are not the main factors causing overweight, many other factors that can affect, such as genetic factors, lack of physical activity, drugs, or hormonal. Genetic factors usually affect 40-50% if one of the people has a history of overweight or obesity, but if both parents have a history of obesity it will affect 70-80% of the next offspring. Factors lack of physical activity leads to less maximal energy expenditure, it is highly recommended at least 30 minutes a day of activity. Drug factors such as steroid drugs that are often consumed in the long term to treat asthma, osteoarthritis, and allergies, can lead to increased appetite and increase the risk of overweight or obesity. Hormonal factors commonly associated with obesity are hormones such as leptin, ghrelin, thyroid, insulin, and estrogen, and regular medications with hormonal are often associated with the use of contraceptives such as birth control pills or injectable birth control.
Combustion and Deposition in Coal-Fired Turbines

Combustion and deposition behavior of coal in the form of highly beneficiated coal-water mixtures (CWM) has been investigated. The solids content of the CWM fuels was typically 50 percent, with a mean coal particle size of 4 . mu.m and an ash content of 0.8 percent (dry). Combustion efficiencies in excess of 99.5 percent based on the carbon content of the collected ash were achieved in gas turbine-type can combustors with residence times of less than 20 ms with up to 25 percent (Btu basis) supplemental fuel oil assist. Ash deposition rates on a first-stage turbine nozzle sector were measured and were found to be much lower than would have been predicted from residual petroleum fuel experience because of differences in ash chemistry, and thus, deposition mechanism.
Measurements of Folial and Ground Deposits in Forestry Aerial Spraying

Forestry aerial spraying is done to control defoliation by insects. In this work the deposition and off-target drift of sprayed material were studied under different atmospheric conditions. Field trials were carried out in 1984 and 1986 with Grumman TBM Avenger and Cessna C-188 AgTruck sprayer aircraft using hydraulic spray nozzles (Dv.5 - 75 mm, generated spray) and Micronair atomizers (Dv.5 - 55 mm, generated spray), respectively, at a forest site near Dunphy, New Brunswick, Canada. The stand consisted of jack pine (492 stems/ha with average height 11 cm) and black spruce (1304 stems/ha with average height 5.1 m). From 60 to 115% of the emitted mass was accounted for in combined deposit and drift measurements for individual spray applications.