Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Lost in Business Process Model Translations: How a Structured Approach Helps to Identify Conceptual Mismatch

Often, different process models are employed in different phases of the BPM life cycle, each providing a different approach for capturing business processes. Efforts have been undertaken to overcome the disintegration of process models by providing complementary standards for design and execution. However, this claim has not yet been fulfilled. A prominent example is the seemingly complementary nature of BPMN and BPEL. The mapping between these process modeling languages is still unsolved and poses challenges to practitioners and academics. This chapter discusses the problem of translating between process modeling languages. We argue that there is conceptual mismatch between modeling languages stemming from various perspectives of the business-process management life cycle that must be identified for seamless integration. While we focus on the popular case of BPMN vs. BPEL, our approach is generic and can be utilized as a guiding framework for identifying conceptual mismatch between other process modeling languages.
Overall Reviews of Autonomous Vehicle A1 - System Architecture and Algorithms

Abstract This paper describes an autonomous vehicle A1 that won the Hyundai Motor Group 2012 Autonomous Vehicle Competition. The A1 was developed for autonomous on-road and off-road driving conditions without driver intervention. The autonomous driving system consists of four parts that are localization, perception, planning, and control. Localization which estimates the ego-vehicle position on the map should be first performed to autonomously drive the A1. A perception algorithm detects and recognizes the objects around the ego-vehicle are also important to prevent collisions with obstacles and road departure. A planning algorithm generates the drivable motion of the A1 based upon previous information from the localization and perception system. Subsequently, a vehicle control algorithm calculates the desired steering, acceleration and braking control commands based on the information from the planning algorithm. This paper also presents the entire system architecture that the A1 used to accomplish all the required missions in the 2012 Autonomous Vehicle Competition.
Valuing Rider Quality in Swedish Special Transport Services—New Findings

The Swedish Special Transport Services, with 0.42 million authoriced pass holders, is integrated into the Swedish public transport system. This article compares STS rider quality with present day public transportation standards. A Swedish rider quality index is used to examine a stated preference questionnaire sent to 2,200 randomly chosen riders in Stockholm Goeteborg, and one rural district. Waiting time at telephone switchboard was weighed for the entire population to 81%, information to 53%, and driver assistance to 21% regarding trip frequency. A one minute waiting time at telephone switch board corresponded to 17.5 minutes of travel time in the vehicle. Several ride categories are discussed. The results of this analysis help to bring into focus decisive quality development aspects of the regular public transportation system from a city perspective. This is important especially in encouraging the elderly to use the regular public transportation system more. A public transportation stsandard must be offered that is adequate and that corresponds in quality to what both employed and elderly disabled riders want and need in accordance to their capabilities. Questions concerning timetable, information. and driver assistance are brought forward as important attraction components.
Dynamic Ocean Management for Salmon: Integrating Spatially-explicit Environmental and Fishery Datasets to Describe and Predict Fish Distributions

All correspondence should be addressed to J. Watson. email: jordan.watson@noaa.gov 200 doi:10.23849/npafctr15/200.202. Dynamic Ocean Management for Salmon: Integrating Spatially-explicit Environmental and Fishery Datasets to Describe and Predict Fish Distributions Jordan T. Watson, Rob Ames, Camille Kohler, Robert Nigh, Robert Ryznar, and Jenny Suter Alaska Fisheries Science Center, NMFS, NOAA, 17109 Pt. Lena Loop Rd., Juneau, AK, USA Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission, 205 E Spokane St. #100, Portland, OR 97202, USA Nexus Data Solutions, 721 W 1st Ave STE. 100, Anchorage, AK 99501, USA
A Tale of Two Test Batteries: A Comparison of the Air Force Officer Qualifying Test and the Multidimensional Aptitude Battery.

Abstract : The Air Force Officer Qualifying Test (AFOQT) and the Multidimensional Aptitude Battery (MAB) were administered to 2,233 U.S. Air Force pilot candidates to investigate the common sources of variance in these batteries. The AFOQT was operationally administered as part of the officer commissioning and aircrew selection testing requirement. The MAB is a clinical test battery and was administered to provide an intellectual baseline to assist clinicians when it becomes necessary to evaluate pilots with cognitive referral questions. A joint factor analysis of the AFOQT and MAB revealed that each battery had a hierarchical structure. The higher-order factor in the AFOQT previously had been identified as general cognitive ability (g). The intercorrelation between the higher-order factors from the batteries was . 981, indicating that both measured g. Although both batteries measured g and included verbal, spatial, and perceptual speed tests, the AFOQT also included tests of aviation knowledge not found in the MAE. Additional studies are required to evaluate the utility of the AFOQT for clinical assessment and the MAB for officer and aircrew selection.
Impact and penetration resistance of network models of coated lightweight fabric shielding

There exist a wide range of applications for lightweight ballistic fabric shields, such as the protection of critical structural components in transport systems and the human body. However, some deficiencies are (1) the susceptibility to being abruptly severed by sharp objects, which completely eliminates the fabric's ability to stretch and absorb incoming kinetic energy and (2) environmental degradation of the fabric due to moisture, heat and sunlight, which is of growing concern, since many new fabrics have multiple purposes, such as electrical and chemical sensing, in addition to being part of a protective system. Because of these issues, the coating of fabric can be advantageous, however, it adds weight to the shielding system. Experiments on this type of coated fabric system are extremely time‐consuming. Accord‐ingly, this paper seeks to develop a computational framework using a coated network model in order to capture the basic characteristics of such systems. One aspect of the model's usefulness is that it can provide qualitative information to guide and reduce costly, time‐consuming experiments. Three‐dimensional numerical examples are given to illustrate the computational model. (© 2014 WILEY‐VCH Verlag GmbH & Co. KGaA, Weinheim)
Logistical implications of operational maneuver from the sea

Abstract : The U.S. Marine Corps concept for the projection of naval power ashore is Operational Maneuver From the Sea (OMFTS). OMFTS calls for movement of Marines from ships at sea directly to objectives deep inland without requiring a pause to build up combat power on the beach. Support for ground forces is expected to come from the sea, and be delivered primarily by air. This demands that sea based logistics assets remain sufficiently close to shore to allow air assets to conduct resupply operations directly to the battlefield. The implication of this is that Navy ships may sacrifice operational and perhaps tactical mobility while sustaining the Marine operation. This thesis determines the distance from the coastline sea based Combat Service Support (CSS) assets will be able to maintain and still support operations of a given magnitude, and how tactically constrained Navy ships will be in order to support this concept of expeditionary warfare. It focuses on the time distance weight/volume relationships involved, and takes into account characteristics of the resupply assets, such as aircraft availability, capacity, method of employment, and the effects of combat attrition. Three methods of employing a Marine Expeditionary Unit are studied, ranging from a traditional force mix to the use of small infestation teams. The analysis shows that the available CSS assets will not support a traditional ground force mix at the distances envisioned, but will Support the use of small teams. To fully realize OMFTS and still allow ships to maintain the desired standoff from shore will require a shift to more lethal Marine forces with much smaller logistical demands. Until such a force is feasible, the Navy should plan on providing support to Marines from close to shore.
The effectiveness of vaccination to prevent the papillomavirus infection: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract Our purpose was to determine the effectiveness and harms of vaccination in patients with any sexual history to prevent the prevalence of papillomavirus infection. A search strategy was conducted in the MEDLINE, CENTRAL, EMBASE and LILACS databases. Searches were also conducted in other databases and unpublished literature. The risk of bias was evaluated with the Cochrane Collaboration's tool. Analysis of fixed effects was conducted. The primary outcome was the infection by any and each human papillomavirus (HPV) genotype, serious adverse effects and short-term adverse effects. The measure of the effect was the risk difference (RD) with a 95% confidence interval (CI). The planned interventions were bivalent vaccine/tetravalent/nonavalent vs. placebo/no intervention/other vaccines. We included 29 studies described in 35 publications. Bivalent HPV vaccine offers protection against HPV16 (RD −0.05, 95% CI −0.098 to −0.0032), HPV18 (RD −0.03, 95% CI −0.062 to −0.0004) and HPV16/18 genotypes (RD of −0.1, 95% CI −0.16 to −0.04). On the other side, tetravalent HPV vaccine offered protection against HPV6 (RD of −0.0500, 95% CI −0.0963 to −0.0230), HPV11 (RD −0.0198, 95% CI −0.0310 to −0.0085). Also, against HPV16 (RD of −0.0608, 95% CI −0.1126 to −0.0091) and HPV18 (RD of −0.0200, 95% CI −0.0408 to −0.0123). There was a reduction in the prevalence of HPV16, 18 and 16/18 genotypes when applying the bivalent vaccine, with no increase in adverse effects. Regarding the tetravalent vaccine, we found a reduction in the prevalence of HPV6, 11, 16 and 18 genotypes, with no increase in adverse effects.
Development of Thematic Multi Media-Based Learning Model to Increase Clean Life Skills

This study aims to develop multi-media based products on thematic learning sub themes "cleanliness at home". This research was applied in class II of elementary school. Multimedia products produced are short animations with the theme of hand washing. This research method uses Research and Development (R & D) with the Borg and Goal model. Three stages of development research are: first, preliminary research into the two development models and third the model dissemination. The results of the preliminary study concluded that multi-media based applications are needed for thematic learning in elementary schools. The development of multi-media animation by giving a message of six steps of hand washing was developed through the stages of product development. The first stage of expert judgment is carried out by media, material and language experts. The second stage is one to one and small group. This study produced a valid multi-media assisted thematic learning model applied to elementary school students.
Strapdown Inertial Navigation Technology

Inertial navigation is widely used for the guidance of aircraft, missiles ships and land vehicles, as well as in a number of novel applications such as surveying underground pipelines in drilling operations. This book discusses the physical principles of inertial navigation, the associated growth of errors and their compensation. It draws current technological developments, provides an indication of potential future trends and covers a broad range of applications. New chapters on MEMS (microelectromechanical systems) technology and inertial system applications are included.
Grinding It Out: The Making of McDonald's

Few entrepreneurs can claim to have actually changed the way we live, but Ray Kroc is one of them. His revolutions in food service automation, franchising, shared national training and advertising have earned him a place beside the men who founded not merely businesses but entire new industries. But even more interesting than Ray Kroc the business legend is Ray Kroc the man. Not your typical self-made tycoon, Kroc was 52 when he met the McDonald brothers and opened his first franchise.
The complete mitogenome and phylogenetic analysis of Coilia brachygnathus (Clupeiformes: Engraulidae) from Chaohu Lake

Abstract Coilia brachygnathus is the only one freshwater fish of the genus Coilia in China. In this study, we determined the complete mitochondrial genome of Coilia brachygnathus from Chaohu Lake. It is 16,896 bp in length and consists of 13 protein-coding genes, 2 rRNA genes, 22 transfer RNA genes as well as a control region (CR). Over base composition of the mitogenome is A(31.2%), C(27.0%), T(26.3%), and G(15.5%), respectively. Phylogenetic analysis confirmed the evolutionary relatedness of C. brachygnathus to other fishes of genus Coilia and also revealed the phylogenetic relationship of this genus within Engraulidae at molecular levels.
Compendium of reference methods for GMO analysis

In accordance with article 32(1) of Regulation (EC) No 882/2004, the European Union Reference Laboratories for feed and food are responsible, among others, for “providing national reference laboratories with details of analytical methods, including reference methods”. In this frame, this “Compendium of Reference Methods for GMO Analysis”, produced jointly by the EURL-GMFF and the ENGL, aims at providing a technical state of the art of the detection methods applied in GMO analysis that have been validated according to international standards. The methods collected in the current Compendium have been selected based on their reported compliance with ISO 5725 international standard and/or the IUPAC protocol. Each method has then been described in a comprehensive summary which provides the essential information related to the validated method. Not all details are given for each method but all necessary references are provided for further information about each method. This Compendium contains 79 DNA-based reference PCR detection methods; in follow-up editions, it is foreseen to extend the scope of this “Compendium of Reference Methods for GMO Analysis” to include also protein-based detection methods and extraction methods. The mission of the Joint Research Centre (JRC) is to provide customer-driven scientifi c and technical support for the conception, development, implementation and monitoring of European Union policies. As a service of the European Commission, the JRC functions as a reference centre of science and technology for the Union. Close to the policy-making process, it serves the common interest of the Member States, while being independent of special interests, whether private or national. LB -N A -2426-EN -C
Phytochemical study of Asplenium ceterach L. (Aspleniaceae) from Erbil province, Kurdistan of Iraq

Asplenium ceterach L. (Rustyback fern) is a plant species traditionally used in Mediterranean countries and a traditional remedy for several diseases such as kidney stone and spleen complaints. In the current study a phytochemical analysis of the sporophytes focused on the constituents of Asplenium ceterach L. (Rustyback fern). Mature sporophyte of the fern was collected from Malakan in Erbil district during May – July 2016. As the phytochemicals qualitatively was screened had showed three flavonoid compounds: keampferol, keampferol- 3-O-glycoside and leutolin. Kaempferol was the dominant compound 130 µg/ml, while the total flavonoids concentration was only 265 µg/ml.in addition the screening shows that alkaloids, tannins, flavonoids and saponin were presented.
A statistical pattern analysis framework for rooftop unit diagnostics

Rooftop units are the most common source of heating, cooling, and ventilation in small- and medium-sized commercial buildings. However, it has become apparent that only a small portion of these systems work efficiently or in accordance with the design intent. Operational faults are known to be one of the main reasons for such inefficient performance. A statistical framework for rooftop unit diagnostics is proposed. The proposed approach is not dependent on high-accuracy models. It has systematic solutions for measurement constraints and, importantly, does not have the limitation of using data measured in a steady-state condition. The proposed approach employs techniques from signal processing and time series analysis to evaluate the correlation among measuring parameters and assessing the presence or absence of faults in the system. The proposed approach is illustrated by analyzing the performance of rooftop units located at different retail stores to demonstrate how abnormal behaviors can successfully be detected and isolated.
Response History Analysis for the Design of New Buildings in the NEHRP Provisions and ASCE/SEI 7 Standard: Part III - Example Applications Illustrating the Recommended Methodology

This paper represents the third part of a series of four publications on response history analysis for new buildings. Three real-building examples designed to a prior version of the building code are chosen, having a range of target spectrum characteristics, tectonic settings, and structural systems to test the new procedure and document its appropriate implementation. This paper describes the process of determining both MCER spectra and scenario spectra for all three examples. It explores selection of appropriate recorded ground motions and the procedure for scaling and spectrally matching to a maximum direction spectrum. Global results such as drift and treatment of unacceptable response, and local results such as force-and deformation-controlled acceptance criteria checks, are shown for each example. Practical guidance is given on implementing response history analysis for engineers employing the new Chapter 16.
Altitude effects on heat transfer processes in aircraft electronic equipment cooling

Altitude dependent changes of aircraft heat transfer processes in electronic equipment boxes in equipment bays were investigated to examine the compatibility of current specifications for avionics thermal design with the thermal environment encountered in high performance aircraft. Steady state equipment and bay air temperature were analyzed as a function of altitude based on known sea level thermal conditions and design parameters, by using standard atmospheric models and aircraft altitude Mach number flight envelope. This analysis was used to generate temperature-altitude envelopes which give the temperature of the equipment and the bay air as a function of altitude, based on typical altitude profiles of the bay wall temperature. Analysis of an unconditioned bay, containing ambient cooled equipment, was conducted. The optimal temperature difference between the equipment and the bay wall was identified. Analysis of a conditioned bay, containing both ambient and forced-air cooled avionics, showed a tendency towards isothermal bay air temperaturealtitude profiles as the fraction of forced-air cooling was increased. The results showed that the temperature difference between the equipment and the bay wall grows exponentially with altitude in natural convective cooling and can be approximated as a function of the external pressure only. Radiation heat transfer was shown to serve as a "thermal pressure relief valve" and to improve the thermal performance of the system at high altitude. The isothermal tendency of the bay air in a conditioned bay implies that ambient cooled equipment designed in accordance with MIL-E-5400 would not be compatible with the bay environment and additional cooling would be required. The results of this thesis provide guidance in determining the thermal design parameters which improve altitude performance of the avionics cooling system and in identifying the flight conditions resulting in critical thermal conditions. Thesis Supervisor: Professor R. John Hansman Title: Associate Professor of Aeronautics and Astronautics I
Application of RNA-seq transcriptomic analysis to reproductive physiology of the pig: Insights into differential trophoblast function within the late gestation porcine placenta

*The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, and where applicable, sex, marital status, familial status, parental status, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, political beliefs, reprisal, or because all or part of an individual’s income is derived from any public assistance program. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TDD). To file a complaint of discrimination, write to USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W. , Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, or call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202) 720-6382 (TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. Application of RNA-seq transcriptomic analysis to reproductive physiology of the pig: Insights into differential trophoblast function within the late gestation porcine placenta
GRADUATED DRIVER LICENSING - A REVIEW OF SOME CURRENT SYSTEMS

The accident rate of novice drivers decreases markedly during their early driving careers. Graduated licensing systems aim to improve novice driver safety by providing a staged progression from initial learning to unrestricted solo driving. They include measures designed to restrict exposure to risk during early solo driving, exert a supervisory influence over driver behaviour during the first part of a driver's solo driving career and/or improve the level of training and experience accumulated before driving unsupervised without restrictions. TRL was asked by the Department for Transport, Local Government and the Regions to review graduated licensing and related systems as part of a project to review the practical driving test. This report describes some of the systems currently in use, and summarises the results of published evaluations. Components considered to be potentially suitable for Great Britain are discussed. (A)
Inter-Utility Performance Benchmarking Model for Small-to-Medium-Sized Water Utilities: Aggregated Performance Indices

AbstractAbout 95% of the water supply systems in Canada are being operated by small-to-medium-sized water utilities (SMWU) serving populations less than 50,000. The representation of these utilities in National Water and Wastewater Benchmarking Initiative (NWWBI) is almost negligible due to less awareness, issues related to data availability, and financial constraints. In the present work, an inter-utility performance benchmarking model (IU-PBM) is developed, which entails consideration of 47 performance indicators (PIs) for different functional components of SMWU, such as water resources and environment, personnel, physical assets, quality of service, water quality and public health, and financial aspects. For performance benchmarking, 47 (linear, exponential, logarithmic, and polynomial) transformation functions have been established to translate the calculated PIs into performance levels between 10 and 100, which is based on literature, NWWBI reports, and expert judgment. The weights are estimated usin.