Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
A Kinetostatic Model for Concentric Push–Pull Robots

Concentric push–pull robots (CPPR) operate through the mechanical interactions of concentrically nested, laser-cut tubes with offset stiffness centers. The distal tips of the tubes are attached to each other, and relative displacement of the tube bases generates bending in the CPPR. Previous CPPR kinematic models assumed two tubes, planar shapes, no torsion, and no external loads. In this article, we develop a new, more general CPPR model accounting for any number of tubes, describing their variable-curvature 3-D shape when actuated, including the effects of torsion and external loads. To accomplish this, we employ a modified Kirchhoff rod model for each tube (with an offset stiffness center) and embed the constraints of concentricity. We use an energy method to determine robot shape as a function of actuation and external loading. We experimentally validate this kinetostatic model on prototype CPPRs with two tubes and three tubes and nonconstant laser-cut patterns that create variable curvature and stiffness. Experimental results agree with the model, paving the way for the use of this model in design optimization, planning, and control of CPPRs.
Cloud Microphysics and the Tropical Climate: Cloud-Resolving Model Perspective

Abstract This paper discusses the role cloud microphysics play in the tropical climate. It is argued that this problem can best be studied within the context of a cloud-resolving model because of complicated interactions among cloud dynamics, cloud microphysics, radiative processes, and surface processes. Two sets of highly idealized cloud-resolving simulations are discussed. In each set, the simulations differ only in the parameters applied in the representation of cloud microphysics. The simulations are run until quasi-equilibrium between sinks and sources of moisture and energy is achieved. The comparisons between simulations applying dramatically different parameters exposes the effects of cloud microphysics on the mean state of the tropical atmosphere and on the tropical climate. The first set considers large-scale flow driven by sea surface temperature gradients and prescribed radiative cooling. The cloud microphysics appears to have minor effects on the large-scale flow as well as temperature and m.
Elaboração de biscoitos com farinha de albedo de maracujá.

Graças ao teor de fibra bruta encontrado na casca do maracujá, pode-se sugerir sua utilização como farinha ou outros produtos direcionados para pessoas que necessitam aumentar a ingestão de fibras. Segundo Santana (2005), a casca de maracujá desidratada possui cerca de 90,32 % de fibra total, sendo 72 % de fibra insolúvel e 17,59 % de fibra solúvel. Estes dados revelam uma qualidade excelente para incorporação em alimentos como fonte de fibra, principalmente por ser o maior percentual insolúvel. A Organização Mundial de Saúde sugere a ingestão de 27 g a 40 g de fibra alimentar por dia. A Agência Nacional de Vigilância Sanitária (Anvisa), órgão regulador de alimentos no Brasil, estabelece um alimento rico em fibra se este apresentar valores acima de 4 g de fibra por grama de matéria seca. Na forma de farinha, apresenta as seguintes vantagens: maior conservação e concentração dos valores nutricionais das frutas, tubérculos e legumes; menor tempo de secagem; propicia diferenciadas propriedades finais das farinhas, permitindo-lhes um leque enorme de utilização; possibilidade do uso do fruto inteiro ou da polpa como matéria-prima; é 100 % natural; a polpa, o fruto ou o tubérculo são os únicos ingredientes das farinhas; rendimento muito maior quando comparado com os outros processos; utilização de equipamentos nacionais; possibilidade de obtenção de farinhas do mesmo sabor de várias granulometrias.
Tailoring photocurrent in Weyl semimetals via intense laser irradiation

Generating and tailoring photocurrent in topological materials has immense importance in fundamental studies and the technological front. Present work introduces a universal method to generate ultrafast photocurrent in {\it both} inversion-symmetric and inversion-broken Weyl semimetals with degenerate Weyl nodes at the Fermi level. Our approach harnesses the asymmetric electronic population in the conduction band induced by an intense {\it single-color} circularly polarized laser pulse. It has been found that the induced photocurrent can be tailored by manipulating helicity and ellipticity of the employed laser. Moreover, our approach generates photocurrent in realistic situations when the Weyl nodes are positioned at different energies and have finite tilt along a certain direction. Present work adds a new dimension on practical applications of Weyl semimetals for optoelectronics and photonics-based quantum technologies.
Nitrogen and Phosporus Fertilizers Rate as Affecting Common Bean Production at Areka, Ethiopia

A field experiments were conducted for two year (2011and 2012) at Areka Agricultural Research Center, in the South Region of Ethiopia to evaluate the response of common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) to N and P fertilizers. Four levels of N (18, 27, 36 and 45 kg N/ ha) and three levels of P (46, 69 and 92 kg P2O5 /ha) with control were arranged in RCBD with three replications. Application of nitrogen increased significantly grain yield of common bean up to 116% than the control. And phosphorus application at a rate of 69 kg P2O5/ha increased significantly grain yield by 113% than control. The highest grain yield was obtained by the application of 45 kg N /ha and 69 kgP2O5/ha, though 45 kg N /ha rate had not cause statistically significant different grain yield than the preceding lower rates (36 and 27 kg N/ha). The economic analysis also supported that the highest net benefit of 23,110 Ethiopian Birr ETB/ha with marginal rate of return of 1270% was obtained by the application of 27 kg N/ha. Net benefit of 21,070 ETB/ha with marginal rate of return of 80% were obtained by the application of 69 kgP2O5/ha. As a result, a combined application of 27 kg N/ha and 69 kgP2O5/ha are optimum and economical for better common bean production at Areka and similar areas.
New Focus For Industrialization 4.0: Economic Growth Through Industrial Energy Management

The purpose of this article is to understand and elaborate on the impact of energy management through the use of solar energysystems in the industrial sector over the economic growth of developing countries. This study is based on Pakistan where the concept is in the infancy stage. Therefore, the significance of the study has many folds as the study will not only reflect the contemporary use of solar panels in the industrial sector but also reflect vividly upon the implications of the concept regarding the eastern and developing markets. The study collected data from employees of the energy sector to test the claim with a nonprobability sampling technique and analysis has been made through incorporating SMART-PLS. The findings of the study reflect that there is a definite association between the use of solar panels in the production sector on energy efficiency as well as the sustainable economic growth of the country. Hence the study is also beneficial for fostering research work as well as to optimize the policy formulation for the use of solar energy systems in the production sector of developing countries of the world.
Correlations between different shrinkage parameters and expansion of paste and mortar containing limestone fines

: Shrinkage is definitely a crucial parameter for long-term sustainability of cement paste, mortar and concrete structures. This paper examines the correlation between different shrinkage parameters of paste and mortar with different percentage of limestone fines (LF). Furthermore, the correlation between each shrinkage parameter and compressive strength, and between expansion and compressive strength are also investigated. In the experimental program, cement was substituted with different percentages of LF (0, 5, 10, 15 and 20% by mass). For paste and mortar mixtures, the water to binder ratio (w/b) was 0.45 and the sand to binder ratio (s/b) was 2. Results indicated that there is a positive linear relationship between length change and the percentage weight change. Similarly, there was a positive correlation between expansion and compressive strength for pastes and mortars. However, there was a negative correlation occurring between both shrinkage parameters and compressive strength. As shrinkage increased, the compressive strength dropped.
Awareness, access and utilization of certified seeds by rice farmers in Ebonyi State

The study assessed the awareness, access and utilization of certified seeds by rice farmers in Ebonyi State. One hundred and Twenty respondents were selected for the study using a multi-stage random sampling procedure. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire and analyzed with percentages, mean and Probit regression at 5% significance level. Results show that 51.7% of the farmers were aware of certified rice seeds. The main sources of information on certified seeds were cooperative associations (72.5%) and mass media (49.0 %). Certified rice seeds were available for the farmers (x̄ =1.8) but not always accessible ( x̄= 1.3). Majority of the farmers utilized FARO 44 (74.2%) due to its early maturing and high yielding quality. Membership of a cooperative association (0.600) and ownership of phones (0.012) had positive significant influence on the utilization of certified seeds. The study concludes that rice farmers have low access to certified seeds and recommends that the value chain for the distribution of certified seeds should be re-invigorated to ensure that certified seeds become more accessible to farmers
The Role and Antagonistic Effects of miR-16-5p in the Regulation of ADP-Ribosylation Factor-Like Tumor Suppressor Gene 1 in Lung Cancer Cells

Objective: ADP-ribosylation factor-like tumor suppressor gene 1 is a member of the Ras superfamily of small guanosine triphosphatases that are known to be involved in multiple regulatory pathways in the multistage development of human cancers. Also, ADP-ribosylation factor-like tumor suppressor gene 1 expression levels have been reported to be dramatically lower in both cancer cell lines and tumor tissues compared to controls. Accordingly, defects in the regulation of the ADP-ribosylation factor-like tumor suppressor gene 1 gene seems have key tumor suppressive effects in the formation and development of human cancers including lung cancer. Moreover, microRNAs regulating the expression of ADP-ribosylation factor-like tumor suppressor gene 1 have not been described previously. Accordingly, the present study aimed to reveal the influence of miR-16-5p on the regulation of ADP-ribosylation factor-like tumor suppressor gene 1 gene. Materials and Methods: A549 lung adenocarcinoma cells were used. For the overexpression and silencing experiments of miR-16-5p synthetic microRNA mimics and inhibitors were used, respectively. Gene expression analyses were achieved with the help of quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction. Results: MiR-16-5p was identified to be predictive target of ADP-ribosylation factor-like tumor suppressor gene 1 and directly targets the expression of ADP-ribosylation factor-like tumor suppressor gene 1 as revealed by the overexpression and silencing experiments. Specifically, it was found that miR-16-5p-overexpressed A549 cells showed a decrease in ADP-ribosylation factor-like tumor suppressor gene 1 gene expression, whereas miR-16-5p-suppressed cells showed an increase in expression. These findings possibly suggest that miR-16-5p is the direct regulatory microRNA that posttranscriptionally regulates the expression of ADP-ribosylation factor-like tumor suppressor gene 1. Conclusion: Collectively, miR-16-5p seems to be a key regulatory molecule involved in the posttranscriptional regulation of the ADP-ribosylation factor-like tumor suppressor gene 1, and it might be responsible for the downregulation of this gene in lung cancer.
Implications of Pulsed Electric Field Pre-Treatment on Goat Milk Pasteurization

Goat milk is an interesting product from a nutritional and health standpoint, although its physico-chemical composition presents some technological challenges, mainly for being less stable than cow’s milk at high temperatures. As pasteurization and ultra-high temperature processing are universally employed to ensure milk quality and safety, non-thermal methods, such as pulsed electric fields (PEFs), reduce the microbial load and eliminate pathogens, representing an interesting alternative for processing this product. This study demonstrates how the combined use of a PEF with short thermal processing and moderate temperature can be effective and energy-efficient in goat milk processing. A combination of thermal treatment at 63 °C after a low-intensity PEF (50 µs pulses, 3 Hz, and 10 kV·cm−1) caused the same reduction effect on the population of Listeria monocytogenes (goat’s raw milk artificially spiked), as compared to a thermal treatment at 72 °C without a PEF. However, z values are significantly higher when PEF is used as a pre-treatment, suggesting that it may induce heat resistance in the survival population of L. monocytogenes. The sensitivity of L. monocytogenes to high temperatures is less pronounced in goat’s milk than cow’s milk, with a more pronounced impact of a PEF on lethality when combined with lower temperatures in goat’s milk. The effect of a PEF on Escherichia coli viability was even more pronounced. It was also observed that thermal treatment energy needs with a PEF as a pre-treatment can be reduced by at least 50% of the total energy requirements.
Enhancing the livelihoods of small-scale paddy farmers in sri lanka through computational approaches for inclusive and equitable agriculture

Paddy cultivation, also known as rice cultivation, contributes significantly to Sri Lanka's food security and economic prosperity. Nevertheless, a number of challenges exist in the practice, such as insufficient furrow irrigation techniques, inefficient fertilizer subsidy distribution, a lack of yield prediction models, and limited access to research findings. In order to address these concerns, this research proposes an integrated system with four components. An application for furrow irrigation planning is included in the first component, utilizing support vector machine algorithms and random forest algorithms to optimize irrigation paths. Second, a priority-based fertilizer subsidy system is introduced, employing Gradient Boosting to allocate subsidies efficiently based on farmers' needs. The third component focuses on improving the dissemination of research findings by employing text summaries in order to make the findings more accessible to small-scale farmers. In the fourth component, a yield prediction model is implemented using a Random Forest algorithm that takes into account climatic and soil variables in order to forecast expected yields. The integrated system aims to enhance the efficiency, productivity, and profitability of paddy farming in Sri Lanka, providing practical solutions to challenges faced by farmers. By adopting these innovations, farmers can make informed decisions and optimize their agricultural practices, leading to sustainable rice production and economic growth.
The Discrepancy of ANA and Compartment Bead Patterns Suggestive of a Neuropsychiatry Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (NPSLE)

Neuropsychiatric systemic lupus erythematosus (NPSLE) exhibits neurological and psychiatric manifestations in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) patients, which NPSLE diagnosis can be challenging for rheumatologists. An Indonesian female, 44 years old, complained of two times seizures with 10-min duration, which during seizures were stiff, eyes rolled up, foaming at the mouth, wet the bed, and fainting afterward. The patient also has a history of SLE and received cyclophosphamide therapy 5 years ago. Her clinical condition showed facial and lingual palsy, with central type on the right. Antinuclear antibody indirect immunofluorescence (ANA IF) positive using cytobead ANA with a homogenous pattern and cytoplasmic speckled titer 1/80. Confirmation beads showed positive of dsDNA only. ANA profile showed positive antinucleosome, antihistone, and AMA-M2, and also increased anticardiolipin antibody that supports the diagnosis of NPSLE. The difference in the pattern of ANA IF with confirmation beads suggests the presence of other autoantibodies in NPSLE.
Evaluation of Electrical Insulation Properties of High Temperature Gas Heated by Inductively Coupled Thermal Plasma

The success or failure of interruption in a gas circuit breaker (GCB) is determined by a dielectric strength of high-temperature gas remaining between electrodes against a transient recovery voltage (TRV). To contribute for a high reliable interruption performance of SF6 gas alternative circuit breakers being developed, we have developed a unique method to evaluate the insulation characteristics of high temperature gas. This article presents a concept of a method for increasing the temperature of insulation gas using inductively coupled thermal plasma (ICTP). Then, the results of temperature estimation of high-temperature CO2 gas by a spectroscopy and dielectric breakdown test results are presented. Finally, by the electromagnetic thermofluid simulation, the gas temperature in the electrode space calculated is shown, and we suggest the applicability of the unique method for the reliable dielectric test of high temperature insulation gas.
Historical trends in Southern Ocean storminess: Long‐term variability of extreme wave heights at Cape Sorell, Tasmania

Atmospheric re‐analyses indicate increased Southern Ocean (SO) storminess over the past few decades. A southern Australia waverider record provides a 23‐year record of storm waves generated in the SO. Statistical models to estimate long‐term trends in frequency and intensity of severe storm waves, based on time‐dependent versions of the Peak over Threshold model, are applied to investigate SO storminess trends. Significant increase in frequency of storm wave events observed in the corrected ERA‐40 re‐analysis significant wave height (HS) record is supported by increasing frequency of synoptic storms which drive large wave events at the site in both ERA‐40 and NCEP‐NCAR re‐analyses. However buoy data show a small decrease in storm wave event frequency, consistent with previous studies investigating trends in SO mean HS from altimeter records. Re‐analysis winds, with apparent increasing trend, may have influenced prior SO research conclusions, particularly related to weakening of the SO CO2 sink.
Home-Based Intelligent Exercise System for Seniors’ Healthcare: The Example of Golf Croquet

In 2020, the world experienced the threat of the COVID-19 epidemic, and seniors and chronic disease patients generally reduced their exercise and social activities to avoid increasing the risk of infection, which could lead to increased loneliness and even many diseases. Combining golf croquet games with a mobile application (App) and AIoT companion robots, this research constructs a home-based intelligent exercise system, uses the technology acceptance model (TAM), deduces users’ intention to use this system based on perceived usefulness and perceived ease of use, and adds the needs of love and belonging, esteem, cognitive, aesthetic, and self-actualization in Maslow’s hierarchy of needs theory (HNT) to conduct an analysis of system needs. This study collected empirical data, totaling 320 participants including seniors and their caregivers, from elderly care centers in northern Taiwan using a cross-sectional survey and purposive sampling. Based on regression and variance analysis, the results show that participants have a high level of acceptance of this system, believing that it is easy to learn and operate and can increase interaction with others, improve self-confirmation, satisfy the thirst for knowledge, increase the feeling of happiness, and fulfill self-actualization needs. In the future, by collecting and recording the process of seniors using the App, so as to find out their health problems as soon as possible, expand their daily life through this exercise, and achieve the goal of happy living and better healthcare.
Iodine status, including breastmilk iodine content, of lactating mothers and their infants aged 0 to 6 months in Vhembe and Mopani districts of the Limpopo province, South Africa.

Background. Both iodine deficiency and excess may affect lactating women and their infants. In Limpopo Province, South Africa (SA), there are no data on the iodine status of individuals in these vulnerable groups.Objective. To determine the iodine status, including breastmilk iodine content, of lactating mothers and their infants aged 0 - 6 months in Vhembe and Mopani districts, Limpopo, SA.Methods. A cross-sectional descriptive study in the quantitative domain was undertaken in Vhembe and Mopani districts. Mother-infant pairs were randomly selected. Breastmilk iodine content (BMIC), urinary iodine content (UIC) of infants, UIC of mothers, household (HH) salt iodine content (SIC) and water iodine content (WIC). The iodine nutrition knowledge of mothers was determined.Results. The median (interquartile range (IQR)) of BMIC among lactating mothers in Vhembe and Mopani was 102 (62 - 179.7) μg/Land 150.4 (89.4 - 201.7) μg/L, respectively. The median (IQR) UIC of mothers in Vhembe and Mopani was 96.3 (54.8 - 154.8) μg/L and137.9 (72 - 212.4) μg/L, respectively. The median UIC of infants was 217.7 (107.1 - 409.9) and 339.8 (162.9 - 490.3) μg/L in Vhembe andMopani, respectively. There was a significant difference between SIC of coarse and fine salt in both districts. Lactating mothers in both areas had limited iodine nutrition knowledge.Conclusion. The results suggest that iodised salt is a major contributor to iodine status in lactating mothers and their infants. Our results also show that the salt iodisation programme in SA supplies sufficient iodine for children, women of reproductive age, lactating mothers and breastfed infants.
Distribution and diversity assessment of the marine macroalgae at four southern districts of Tamil Nadu, India

Macroscopic marine algae, popularly known as seaweeds, constitute one of the important living resources of the ocean. They were found attached to the bottom, in relatively shallow coastal waters areas upto 180 meter depth, on solid substrate such as rocks, dead corals, pebbles, shells and plants. India, a tropical south Asian country has a stretch of about 7,500 km coastline, excluding its island land with 2 million km. The seaweed flora of India is highly diversified and comprises mostly of tropical species, in all, 271 genera and 1153 species of marine algae which include forms and varieties. However, a survey carried out in 2000 revealed less number of species (844) with similar genera number of 271. Tamil Nadu coast was first surveyed during 19711976, covering a distance of 320 Km from Rameshwaram and adjoining islands to Colachal by CSMCRI (Central Salt and Marine Chemicals Research Institute), in collaboration with Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI), Cochin and Department of Fisheries of Government of Tamil Nadu. They reported that seaweeds have been distributed in 20,000 ha. Moreover, Tamil Nadu stands first in marine resources among all the states of India. To strengthen the diversity information’s of the regional and sub-regional level with the preparation and publishing of seaweeds guide for identification both in the electronic as well as print media is essential. In this study, we examined the occurrence and seasonal distribution of marine Distribution and diversity assessment of the marine macroalgae at four southern districts of Tamil Nadu, India