Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Influence of Language use in Comedic Movies on Attitudes towards Sexual Orientations of University Students in Kenya.

Purpose: The intention of this research was to establish the influence of language use in Comedic movies on attitudes towards sexual orientations of University students in Kenya. Comedic movies explore and depict contentious topics among them sexual orientations such as lesbians, gays, bisexuals and transgenders-LGBTs. Comedians often use sarcasm and stereotypes for comicality purposes. This research used social learning theory (SLT). Methodology: Mixed methods research design that also used a convergent parallel mixed method model to get quantitative and qualitative data were used. The targeted population was University students from 7 main, chartered public and private Universities in Nairobi County. A sample size of 467 students was used. Multi-stage sampling of respondents was done using probability sampling techniques involving stratified sampling and simple random sampling. Additionally, a focus group discussions involving 30 FGDs participants were used. Further, content analysis using a comedic movie, Modern Family that contains sexual orientations contents was conducted. Data was then analyzed and presented using inferential statistics, descriptive, correlation, regression and ANOVA analysis. Findings: The findings showed that comedic movies use laughter to introduce and eventually influence attitudes towards sexual orientations of University students in Kenya. Specifically, most of those sampled agreed that nowadays there are more comedic movies using positive language while describing sexual orientations. Relatedly, a majority of those sampled agreed that they have become more tolerant and accepting of sexual orientations/LGBTs after watching comedic movies containing sexual orientations. The findings also noted that there is a significant number of University students who openly admitted to be LGBTs. Unique contribution to theory, practice and policy: Media has a role in influencing the youths’ attitudes towards sexual orientations. Language use in comedic movies had a significant relationship with attitudes formed towards sexual orientations/LGBTs. This was also linked to the increased open and more positive debates and discussions of sexual orientations/LGBTs, their challenges, predicaments and rights in Kenya. Therefore, the language used in the comedic movies was noted to have a significant role in influencing the attitudes towards sexual orientations of the University students in Kenya.
Received signal strength-based indoor location method

Received signal strength (RSS)-based indoor location system (ILS) implemented using a ZigBee-based sensor network is presented. The proposed method is based on the field amplitude decay law in free-space conditions, that is used jointly with RSS measurements in a set of static receivers (Rx) to establish a cost function, whose minimum gives the estimated transmitter position (Tx). It is assumed that the Tx is attached to the object to be located/tracked. The method is tested in a real indoor scenario, using different sets of RSS measurements to evaluate its accuracy when determining the Tx position.
Contrasting impacts of herbivore induction and elevated atmospheric CO2 on silicon defences and consequences for subsequent herbivores

Plants are often sequentially attacked by multiple herbivores; feeding by one herbivore can alter host plant quality that affects the performance of subsequent herbivores. Previous studies suggest that silicon (Si) is a highly inducible defence in grasses (Poaceae) following herbivory, so could mediate such temporally separated insect herbivore interactions. Elevated atmospheric CO2 concentrations (eCO2), in contrast, often reduce Si accumulation, which potentially weakens this interaction. We examined the effects of prior feeding by Helicoverpa armigera (Hübner) (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) on the performance of crickets, Acheta domesticus (L.) (Orthoptera: Gryllidae), subsequently feeding on the same plant. We used Brachypodium distachyon (L.) P. Beauv. grass supplemented or non‐supplemented with Si and grown in the glasshouse maintained at ambient (aCO2) or eCO2 concentrations. As hypothesized, prior feeding by caterpillars induced Si accumulation. Despite eCO2 reducing Si accumulation, initial herbivore induction of Si negated the effects of eCO2. Both, previous caterpillar herbivory and Si supplementation reduced cricket performance. Si induction by successive herbivory was additive. Plant biomass was similar in plants attacked by caterpillars alone or both herbivores, suggesting that initial Si induction by caterpillars deterred feeding by crickets. Our results demonstrate that Si induction by one herbivore negatively impacts successive herbivores, as has been demonstrated for secondary metabolite‐mediated interactions. Uniquely, however, Si induction is an irreversible defence and potentially a stronger, or perhaps longer‐lasting mediator of such herbivore interactions in some plant taxa.
Beyond 30 MHz [applications of high-frequency ultrasound imaging]

Most medical ultrasound imaging systems operate in the frequency range from 3 to 10 MHz and can resolve objects approximately 1 mm in size. In the mid 1980s, new transducer materials led to the development of the first transducers suitable for high-frequency (30-100 MHz) clinical imaging. These high-frequency transducers can provide images of subsurface structures with microscopic resolution. In this article, the authors introduce the basic principles of high-frequency ultrasound imaging and discuss six applications of this new technology: eye imaging, skin imaging, catheter-based intravascular imaging, intra-articular imaging, high-frequency flow imaging, and in-vivo imaging of mouse embryonic development. These examples illustrate a few of the potential applications of high-frequency ultrasound in medicine and biology.
High Dynamic Range Image Reconstruction using Multiple Images

The dynamic range of image sensors is limited due to the capacitance of photodiode and the nonlinearity of the system response function. In this paper, the high dynamic range image reconstruction algorithm using multiple images is proposed. The proposed algorithm simultaneously enhances dynamic range and estimates the imaging system’s response function. The image acquisition process including limited dynamic range is modelled. With the observation model, the linear least squares estimates the response function of the imaging system as well as the single high dynamic range image are obtained.
Novel scheme for all‐optical clock recovery from NRZ signal

A novel NRZ‐to‐PRZ converter consisting of an SOA and an AWG is proposed. The parameters are investigated through numerical analysis to optimize its performance. In the experiments, all‐optical clock recovery from NRZ data and NRZ‐to‐RZ format conversion are successfully demonstrated at 10 Gb/s, which further proves that the proposed scheme is applicable. © 2006 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. Microwave Opt Technol Lett 48: 516–521, 2006; Published online in Wiley InterScience (www.interscience.wiley.com). DOI 10.1002/mop.21396
Supramolecular Semi-Convertible Hydrogel Enabled Self-Healing Responsive Lubrication under Dynamic Shearing

The cartilage-inspired hydrogel has attracted great interests due to its tunable mechanic and low friction, however, it is incapable of self-healing under a complex dynamic shearing environment. In this contribution, a self-healing semi-convertible hydrogel is developed, which can recover the unique dynamic active lubricating function under shearing. Based on the cooperating strategy of noncovalent and covalent bonding, the prepared SHSCH composes of three interpenetrated networks including i) shear-responsive N-uorenylmethoxycarbonyl-L-tryptophan supramolecular network, ii) self-healing polyhydroxyethyl acrylamide network and iii) rigid polyvinyl alcohol covalent network. Dynamic shear-responsive lubricating function is achieved due to the appearance of disassembled FT supramolecular sol layer on the surface triggered by shear force. This shear-responsive lubricating function and the mechanical property of prepared hydrogel can be self-healed under shearing environment through the noncovalent hydrogen bonding assembly of polyhydroxyethyl acrylamide associated by the π - π assembly of FT. The as-developed semi-convertible hydrogel exhibits unprecedent self-healing performance comparing with other materials reported. We demonstrated a proof-of-concept on the self-healing lubrication of simpli�ed arti�cial abrasion cartilage under dynamic shearing condition. This study will offer a new strategy on designing the self-healing soft devices under dynamic stimuli far beyond the lubricating materials.
Fast lock-on time mixed mode DLL with 10 ps jitter

A fast lock-on time mixed mode delay locked loop (DLL) is proposed to eliminate phase error in two steps. A digital fixed delay line compensates for the initial large phase error and an analogue voltage controlled delay line compensates for the small static phase error, resulting in low jitter. The lock-on time of the DLL is less than 10 clock cycles and the simulated jitter is below 10 ps at 200 MHz.
Comparison of optimal design and performance of PM machines having non-overlapping windings and different rotor topologies

This paper investigates the influence of machine's parameters on the design and optimisation of permanent magnet (PM) brushless ac machines having three different rotors, viz. surface PM (SPM), I-shaped interior PM (IPM-I) and V-shaped interior PM (IPM-V), and with non-overlapping double/single layer windings. The IPM-V angle δ between two magnet pieces within a pole was found to have a significant impact on the optimum split ratio. Smaller values of angle δ have smaller optimal split ratios and higher torque. However, for torque per magnet volume, a global optimal split ratio and angle δ can be found within limits. Increasing the magnet thickness for interior PM machines results in a decrease in the magnet width due to geometric limitations and hence there exists an optimal magnet thickness for maximum torque, which is obvious in IPM-V machines. Comparison reveals that the IPM-I machine presents the widest constant power-speed region due to its larger d-axis inductance and low back-EMF. Single layer windings produce larger average torque and d-axis inductance, hence wider power-speed range operation, however exhibits larger torque ripples.
WAVE FORCES ON SUBMERGED HORIZONTAL CYLINDERS

This paper presents the results of an experimental investigation of the wave-induced forces acting on a horizontal cylinder submerged beneath water waves with its axis parallel to the wave crests. The experiments are carried out in a towing tank. A flap-type wave generator is used to produce regular sinusoidal waves. Two cylindrical models, one being circular and the other rectangular, are separately tested. The diameter of the circular cylinder is equal to the width of the rectangular cylinder. Each model is tested at eight different depths of submergence. A multi- component load cell is used for the measurement of forces acting on the submerged cylinder. A Personal Computer is installed on the carriage of the towing tank in order to compute the mean forces right at the time of performing the experiments. The time-averaged mean horizontal as well as vertical forces acting on the cylinder at various depths of submergence are plotted and then physically interpreted.
Empowerment of Sto.Yohanes Maria Vianey Catholic Church Youth Naibonat of East Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara as A Supervision of Tuberculosis Ingestion

Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease that causes death, and is the third leading cause of death in Indonesia. The increase in cases of tuberculosis infection is still a major health problem in Naibonat Village, Kupang Regency, East Nusa Tenggara Province. Treatment failure, among others, was caused by patient non-compliance in ingesting drugs. It is hoped that the presence of supervisors to swallow drugs for TB patients is expected to help reduce TB infection cases. In Indonesian, a person who supervisors to swallow drugs is called “PMO” or “Pengawas menelan obat (PMO)” . Church Youth is an educated / educated group that is expected to have the ability to function as PMO. The purpose of this activity is to carry out PMO training for STO. Yohanes Maria Vianey Naibonat church youth through the method of lectures, discussions and microscopic training. The level of knowledge was measured using a questionnaire in the pre-test and post-test training. Youth who have been trained will be directed to become PMO’s for their families and closest neighbors who suffer from TB as well as agents of change in changing healthy behavior to prevent TB infection. The results of the activity showed a change in the level of knowledge before and after training from72% enough category to be good 89%. It was concluded that empowering church youth as PMO is an effort to suppress the increase in TB cases. The provision of PMO training can increase level of knowledge about TB so that regular and scheduled training will increase the ability and understanding of the role of PMO in reducing the incidence of TB in the community.
Explicit energy resource management as a first class operating system resource

Energy consumption has recently been widely recognized as a major challenge for computer system design, especially for mobile systems. The energy constraint will often impact the performance of devices as well as applications. To address this problem, previous works focus on improving energy efficiency of hardwires or reducing energy demand of applications. This thesis advocates a new way to look at the energy problem. It is argued that energy should be managed explicitly as a first-class system resource by the OS and energy-saving efforts across the system should be coordinated in order to achieve global energy-related goals. This thesis proposes the currentcy model as the basic abstraction for the energy resource. It represents an application's right to consume a certain amount of energy within a fixed amount of time. Currentcy is allocated to applications according to their importance and can be spent on any hardware device to pay for the energy consumption of their activities. Through the management of currentcy, including the currentcy allocation to applications, the currentcy consumption scheduling on devices and currentcy payback, energy could be managed explicitly. A currentcy based energy management framework is proposed in this thesis and it is demonstrated that the battery lifetime (and thus the system lifetime) can be extended while the execution of critical applications can be guaranteed. The energy resource is a special resource with many unique characteristics. It has impact on all applications as well as all devices, and its management is an unified effort from all system components. These characteristics directly affect the design of the management framework and the management policies. In this thesis, an embedded energy model approach is proposed for energy accounting, the currentcy conserving allocation policy is proposed for efficient management and the currentcy centric scheduling policy is proposed to provide prioritized service to applications. Working within the management framework, these policies can enforce the global goals without application cooperation. In addition to global management and energy quota enforcement, the management framework is also capable of assisting various local energy-saving efforts. A currentcy-based hard disk scheduler is introduced that schedules hard disk accesses by pseudo-economic activities such as bidding, pricing and debiting. It is shown that by exposing currentcy information to the hard disk, energy can be saved by smarter decisions without violating the global goals. The application-OS interaction for better energy management is also discussed in this thesis. A prototype system, ECOSystem, is implemented based on the Linux kernel on a laptop platform. The currentcy model, the management framework and the management policies are evaluated using a variety of synthetic benchmarks and real applications. Experiment results show the success of the explicit energy management approach in achieving global energy-related goals and in coordinating various energy-saving efforts.
Hybrid Ring Coupler for W-Band MMIC Applications

The hybrid ring coupler was designed and fabricated on a GaAs substrate using surface micromachining techniques, which adopted dielectric-supported air-gapped microstrip line (DAML) structure. The fabrication process of DAML is compat- ible with the standard monolithic microwave integrated circuit (MMIC) techniques, and the hybrid ring coupler can be simply integrated into a plane-structural MMIC. The fabricated hybrid ring coupler shows wideband characteristics of the coupling loss of 3.57 0.22 dB and the transmission loss of 3.80 0.08 dB across the measured frequency range of 85 to 105 GHz. The isolation characteristics and output phase differences are 34 dB and 180 1 , at 94 GHz, respectively. In this paper, we described the DAML structure with the air-gapped area between the signal line and ground metal, in order to achieve low loss characteristics. We developed the hybrid ring coupler to demonstrate the possibility of applica- tion for the passive MEMS components using our transmission lines, DAML, in the range of millimeter-wave. The fabrication process of DAML is compatible with the standard MMIC tech- niques, and the hybrid ring coupler can be easily integrated into MMICs. In addition, we can curtail the cost due to the reduced area by integrating the hybrid ring coupler on plane-structural MMICs vertically.
Designing mobile technologies to support co-present collaboration

Mobile technologies offer new opportunities for childrens educational activities in that they can be used across different locations and times. Naturally, some instances of mobile technology use will necessi- tate, or be enhanced by, the sharing of information. Social interaction is important for sharing ideas, con- structing and shaping understanding and fundamental for educational development. However the physical size of mobile technologies presents interesting chal- lenges when designing for collaborative activities. When designing mobile technologies the importance of collaborative tasks has often been overlooked. The replacement of low-tech artefacts with digital devices, for supporting multiple users, can inhibit the share- ability of information. We present three projects where mobile technologies have been used as part of a larger mixed reality experience. Novel technologies were used to support childrens collaborative activities in story- telling, an adventure game and during an outdoor field trip. Interaction with mobile devices within each pro- ject is reviewed and the authors highlight important considerations for their design and use across multiple contexts.
Using a New Advertising Medium for Products of Varying Consumer Popularity: The Effect of Peel-and-Taste Advertising on Product Feelings and Likelihood of Purchase

Peel-and-Taste flavor strips were introduced in 2007 as a means of putting product sample substitutes in the hands of many by virtue of being attached to advertising pieces in magazines, newspaper blow-ins, and direct mail. This study utilized a sample of 124 female consumers (the targeted recipients of the ads) to allow them to interact with advertising samples using Peel-and-Taste, and measuring various resulting attitudes. Three different products and their related advertisements were utilized, including a flavored version of a popular vodka brand (direct mail piece), well-known fruit juice (magazine ad), and a relatively unknown fruit juice (newspaper blow-in insert). It was concluded that the Peel-and-Taste method, while favorably linked to FTP and LTP, was not so strong as to be a significant stimulus to purchase the product. At the individual product level, it was the relatively unknown juice product that scored the strongest FTP, and had the best statistical fit for models of both FTP and LTP. But it was the popular vodka brand that had the strongest LTP of the three, suggesting that feelings toward a product and likelihood of buying it are two entirely different aspects. Only the vodka product produced LTP results that indicate the Peel-and-Taste method proved its worth as a surrogate for traditional product sampling.
Metamodeling Based on the Fusion of FEM Simulations Results and Experimental Data

In this Paper an Innovative Multistage Metamodeling Technique is Proposed for Linking Datacoming from Two Different Sources: Simulations and Experiments. the Model is Hierarchical, in Thesense that One Set of Data (the Experiments) is Considered to be more Reliable and it is Labeled as“high-Resolution” and the other Set (the Simulations) is Labeled as “low-Resolution”. the Results Ofexperiments is Obviously Fully Accurate, Except for the only Approximation due to the Measurementsystem and Given the Intrinsically Aleatory Nature of all Real Experiments. in the Proposed Approach,Gaussian Models are Used to Describe Results of Computer Experiments because they are Flexible Andthey can Easily Interpolate Data Coming from Deterministic Simulations. A Second Stage Model is Used,in Order to Link the Prediction of the First Model to the Real Experimental Data. for the Linkage Model,as in the First Stage, a Gaussian Process is Used. in this Second Stage a Random Parameter can be Addedto the Model, Known as Nugget, in Order to take into Account the Process Variability. this Kind Ofmetamodeling can have Different Purposes: Adjusting or Tuning the Simulations, Having a Better Tool Todrive the Design Process, Making an Optimization of a Parameter of Interest. in the Paper, its use Foroptimization of a Single Responsey with Two Design Variables x1 and x2 is Demonstrated. the Approachis Applied for Modeling the Crash Behavior in Three Point Bending of Metal Foam Filled Tubes.
The Relationship between Perceptions of Online Learning and Self-Regulation of Mathematics Education Students

Students' perceptions of learning influence the achievement of learning objectives. With the current online learning, students need to have good self-regulation to obtain excellent learning outcomes. Therefore, this study aims to examine the relationship between perceptions of online learning and the self-regulation of Mathematics Education students during the COVID-19 pandemic. The subject of this research is 121 students in semesters 2, 4, and 6 of the Mathematics Education Program in One University in Indonesia. Students in that semester are students who have experienced both face-to-face lectures and online lectures. To collect data in the study, researchers use questionnaires. This study uses descriptive statistical and quantitative analysis techniques. The results showed that student perception of online learning was correlated to student self-regulation during the COVID-19 pandemic (r=0.545 or moderate correlation). It means when students have a good perception of online learning, their self-regulation tends to be good, vice versa. Thus, one way to improve student self-regulation is by increasing student perceptions of online learning.
An automatic test system for angular accelerometer

To assist the angular accelerometer manufacturing and acceptance, a reduced model equation is deduced based on the principle of the angular accelerometer, an automated test system for electrical measurements is created, according to the practical operating requirements in the application, with multifunctional single-axis rate table and DAS module control by PC, and the software is developed in C++ Builder using multithread technology for fully automated testing through signal acquisition and processing. Test procedure is suited to static tests and dynamic testing. In this paper, principles of the automatic test system, application, and results are discussed.