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La contribución de George Bernard Shaw en la lucha por los derechos de la mujer en la sociedad George Bernard Shaw's contribution to the fight for women's rights in society

The purpose of this article is to analyze the defense of women's rights in a modern context of machismo and injustice, which is believed to have started since the beginning of history. In this supposed fight for equality, some specialists have suggested that women have always been the oppressed and subordinate sex, while men have been the dominant group, since they had the power to make laws to dictate social and political norms to place women in a limited sphere. This is a tendency to think that men hesitated to resort to violence with the intention of consolidating their dominance over the so-called “weaker sex”. In this sense, the study aims to study the contribution Correspondencia al autor: E-mail: fuatozkul@stu.aydin. edu.tr ISSN 2312-4253(impresa) ISSN 2078-4015(en línea) 373 Apuntes Universitarios, 2022: 12 (1), enero-marzo ISSN: 2304-0335 DOI: https://doi.org/10.17162/au.v12i1. 975 Revista de Investigación Apuntes Universitarios
DEVELOPMENT OF ICT COURSE MATERIAL FOR ACOUSTICS EDUCATION

Since 1997, an educational project on general acoustics is developed between three Flemish regional universities and one Flemish technical high school. The project has two major goals: to develop multimedia learning environments suitable for specialized studies and to develop a software agent for guidance and assistance by the course. These learning environments are websites and consist of building blocks that can be combined to specific courses. A “guide” is developed for this purpose. This paper will focus on room acoustics by use of a specially developed JAVA-applet. It is developed as a tool for virtual experiments. It calculates impulse responses for a rectangular box shape. The student can change dimensions, distribution of absorption, source characteristics, etc. and read the effects on sound pressure levels, impulse responses, intelligibility, … As a conclusion the authors will also comment on the evaluation of the global approach by the students.
A compact wideband strip antenna for wireless USB dongle application

A wideband strip antenna easy for integration with the printed circuit board of a wireless universal serial bus dongle is presented.By simply inserting slots into a rectangular patch, dual resonances with a wide continuous bandwidth of 1.98 GHz (2.9–4.88 GHz) are obtained. The antenna comprising dual‐folded strips and fed by a short microstrip line is simple and has a compact size of only 9.5 × 10 mm2. Prototypes of this design have been constructed and verified to show good agreement between the simulated and measured results. In addition, design evolution of the presented antenna is performed to provide insights into the antenna‐operating mechanism. © 2012 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. Microwave Opt Technol Lett 55:302–304, 2012; View this article online at wileyonlinelibrary.com. DOI 10.1002/mop.27331
Global Optimisation of a Transonic Fan Blade Through AI-Enabled Active Subspaces

The increased need to design higher performing aerodynamic shapes has led to design optimisation cycles requiring high-fidelity CFD models and high-dimensional parametrisation schemes. The computational cost of employing global search algorithms on such scenarios has typically been prohibitive for most academic and industrial environments. In this paper, a novel strategy is presented that leverages the capabilities of Artificial Neural Networks for regressing complex unstructured data, while coupling them with dimensionality reduction algorithms. This approach enables employing global-based optimisation methods on high-dimensional applications through a reduced computational cost. This methodology is demonstrated on the efficiency optimisation of a modern jet engine fan blade with constrained pressure ratio. The outcome is compared against a state-of-the-art adjoint-based approach. Results indicate the strategy proposed achieves comparable improvements to its adjoint counterpart with a reduced computational cost, and can scale better to multi-objective optimisation applications.
Exercise of the right of healthcare workers to rest in the context of fighting Covid-19: experience of PRC, USA, EU countries

The COVID-19 pandemic is a complex global crisis in which countries must be prepared for a virus outbreak in advance. The consequences of the pandemic have a detrimental effect on international relations, the world economy, and are accompanied by forced restrictions on the constitutional rights of citizens. The main goal was to realize the right of healthcare workers to rest in the conditions of fighting COVID-19, minimizing risks, and current organizational costs while maximizing the efficiency of employees' working time. The initial position is that excessive exploitation of healthcare workers without appropriate time for a rest increases the risks not only of the healthcare worker being infected by the patient, but also the likelihood of medical mistakes because of fatigue. It has been objectively proven that the right to have a rest,
Integrated-optic interferometric microdisplacement sensor in glass with thermo-optic phase modulation

A compact and stable integrated-optic Michelson-interferometer for 0.633 mu m wavelength operation with ion exchanged waveguides in glass is demonstrated for optical displacement measurement. The integration of thermo-optic modulators allows the combined detection of fast movement with orthogonal signals, and high-resolution (1 nm) displacement detection with optical heterodyning.
Introducing a New Usability Framework for Analyzing Usability in a Multiple-device System

This paper fills in the theoretical gap in the existing usability evaluation literature by introducing a new usability framework: the Usability Paradigm for Multiple Device System (UPMDS). The traditional usability framework for single interface evaluation is not sufficient to analyze usability in multiple-device system, in which the interrelationship between the devices has an impact on user performance. Therefore, the transfer of learning paradigm was adopted. The UPMDS framework consists of two usability attributes: transferability and user perception, which were further decomposed into effectiveness, efficiency, and satisfaction, attractiveness. Three measurement types, behavioral cues, subjective ratings, and self reported results, were suggested to address the existing challenges in usability evaluation. Future research is suggested to utilize the concept of transfer of learning in the area of usability evaluation, and provide empirical validation to the current usability framework.
The consolidated European synthesis of CH4 and N2O emissions for EU27 and UK: 1990-2020

Ana Maria Roxana Petrescu, Chunjing Qiu, Matthew J. McGrath, Philippe Peylin, Glen P. Peters, Philippe Ciais, Rona L. Thompson, Aki Tsuruta, Dominik Brunner, Matthias Kuhnert, Bradley 5 Matthews, Paul I. Palmer Oksana Tarasova, Pierre Regnier, Ronny Lauerwald, David Bastviken, Lena Höglund-Isaksson, Wilfried Winiwarter, Giuseppe Etiope, , Tuula Aalto, Gianpaolo Balsamo, Vladislav Bastrikov, Antoine Berchet, Patrick Brockmann, Giancarlo Ciotoli, Giulia Conchedda, Monica Crippa, Frank Dentener, Christine D. Groot Zwaaftink, Diego Guizzardi, Dirk Günther, Jean-Matthieu Haussaire, Sander Houweling, Greet Janssens-Maenhout, Massaer Kouyate, 10 Adrian Leip, Antti Leppänen, Emanuele Lugato, Manon Maisonnier, Alistair J. Manning, Tiina Markkanen, Joe McNorton, Marilena Muntean, Gabriel D. Oreggioni, Prabir K. Patra, Lucia Perugini, Isabelle Pison, Maarit T. Raivonen, Marielle Saunois, Arjo J. Segers, Pete Smith, Efisio Solazzo, Hanqin Tian, Francesco N. Tubiello, Timo Vesala, Chris Wilson, Sönke Zaehle 15 Department of Earth Sciences, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, 1081HV, Amsterdam, the Netherlands Laboratoire des Sciences du Climat et de l’Environnement, 91190 Gif-sur-Yvette, France CICERO Center for International Climate Research, Oslo, Norway Norwegian Institute for Air Research (NILU), Kjeller, Norway Finnish Meteorological Institute, P. O. Box 503, FI-00101 Helsinki, Finland 20 Empa, Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology, 8600 Dübendorf, Switzerland Institute of Biological and Environmental Sciences, University of Aberdeen, 23 St Machar Drive, Aberdeen, AB24 3UU, UK Umweltbundesamt GmbH, Climate change mitigation & emission inventories, 1090, Vienna, Austria School of GeoSciences, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK Science and Innovation Department, World Meteorological Organization (WMO), Geneva, Switzerland 25 Biogeochemistry and Modeling of the Earth System, Université Libre de Bruxelles, 1050 Bruxelles, Belgium Université Paris-Saclay, INRAE, AgroParisTech, UMR ECOSYS, Thiverval-Grignon, France Department of Thematic Studies – Environmental Change, Linköping University, Sweden International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA), 2361 Laxenburg, Austria Institute of Environmental Engineering, University of Zielona Góra, Zielona Góra, 65-417, Poland 30 Istituto Nazionale di Geofisica e Vulcanologia, Sezione Roma 2, via V. Murata 605, Roma, Italy European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF), Reading, RG2 9AX, UK Science Partners, 75010 Paris, France Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche, Istituto di Geologia Ambientale e Geoingegneria, Via Salaria km 29300, 00015
Energy-harvesting power sources for gun-fired munitions

A novel class of piezoelectric-based energy-harvesting power sources has been developed for gun-fired munitions which harvest energy from the firing acceleration. These piezoelectric-based devices have been shown to produce enough electrical energy for many applications such as fuzing, where they provide an ultrasafe power source, often eliminating the need for chemical batteries. An overview of the development of these power sources is provided, along with methods and results of laboratory and field testing performed on prototypes. Additionally, methods for integrating the generators into different classes of projectiles are discussed along with strategies for manufacturing and a side-by-side comparison with competing technologies.
TRAJECTORY TRACKING CONTROL FOR 4 WHEEL SKID-STEERING MOBILE ROBOT

th , 2009) ABSTRACT: By applying a nonholonomic constraints and Lagrange equation for nonholonomic system, a method is given to model and control the 4-wheel skid-steering mobile robot which tracks a given trajectory. First at all, a fundamental of nonholonomic system is introduced. Next, the skid steering robot's kinematic model and dynamic model are considered. To control the robot tracking a trajectory, a new algorithm is given by applying feedback linearization and PD control. In addition, simulation results show the good performance in tracking trajectories.
Axiomatic modeling of lean manufacturing system

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to report a research on the development of axiomatic modeling of a lean manufacturing system.Design/methodology/approach – A conceptual model for lean manufacturing has been adopted. A hierarchical structure has been developed to model the design process of a lean manufacturing system composed of functional requirements, design parameters and process variables.Findings – The theory of axiomatic design advocates the creation of process variables by mapping the design parameters in the process domain. This article serves as an efficient guideline for the design process to clarify the tools, methods and resources of designing lean manufacturing system.Research limitations/implications – The implications of the axiomatic model has been derived based on the experiences gained from a single manufacturing organization. Yet, the findings and contributions of this research work would be useful to the captains of thee majority of the manufacturing companies situated in the wor.
Phenotypic plasticity of Platanus acerifolia (Platanaceae): morphological and anatomical trait variations in response to different pollution levels in Rome

Platanus acerifolia (Aiton) Willd was generated spontaneously around the beginning of the 1600s in Spain between Platanus orientalis L. and Platanus occidentalis L. The study was carried out on P. acerifolia trees in different sites in Rome in the period April-July 2019. Trees comparable for size were selected in A sites (historical parks), B sites (high traffic density streets) and in C sites (high traffic density avenues along the Tevere River characterized by a large water availability). At the morphological level, leaf area (LA) was significantly higher in A and C sites and leaf tissue density (LTD) in C sites. At anatomical level, the total leaf thickness (LT), the palisade parenchyma thickness (Pt), the spongy parenchyma thickness (St) and the abaxial epidermis thickness (Abet) were significantly higher in A sites, while the adaxial cuticle thickness (Adct) and the adaxial epidermis thickness (Adet) in B sites. The ratio between palisade and spongy parenchyma thickness (P/S) was significantly higher in C sites. The plasticity index (PI, 0.42) was calculated on all the considered leaf traits. Among the morphological traits, LTD had the highest plasticity (0.49) and among the anatomical traits, trichomes density (TD) and Adet (0.74 and 0.54, respectively). Overall, the results highlight the large adaptability of P. acerifolia to grow in different sites in Rome through several changes in leaf morphological and anatomical traits.
The effect of unstable sandals on single-leg standing

Purpose: Unstable footwear lacks peer-review published research to support concepts and claims. The present study was therefore undertaken to quantify and compare the effect of commercially available unstable sandals on single-leg balance in a healthy female population. Methods: Fifteen participants stood on their right-leg in one control sandal (Earth) and four sandals that are marketed as unstable footwear (FitFlop, Masai Barefoot Technology, Reebok Easy-Tone and Skechers Tone-Ups). Centre of pressure trajectory, lower limb kinematics and lower limb muscle activation were recorded as participants undertook three 30 second trials in each sandal. Results: The unstable sandals altered parameters related to stability in participants. Namely Masai Barefoot Technology increased centre of pressure range in the anterior-posterior direction and concurrently increased sagittal ankle motion. Reebok Easy-Tone had a similar effect in the coronal plane at the ankle. Muscle activation increased in the unstable sandals, with significant differences apparent in the medial gastrocnemius, soleus and rectus femoris, predominantly in Masai Barefoot Technology. Findings were attributed to the large rocker sole on the Masai Barefoot Technology sandal and more subtle outsole designs in the other sandals. Conclusions: Overall minimal differences from the control sandal were evident and it is expected that dynamic tasks may elicit greater differences in stability. The instability imposed by the sandals is design-specific and consideration should be given to this when the footwear is recommended to specific individuals.
The Southern Ocean Radiative Bias, Cloud Compensating Errors, and Equilibrium Climate Sensitivity in CMIP6 Models

Coupled Model Intercomparison Project Phase 6 (CMIP6) models are analyzed using an established cloud clustering methodology. This enables a comparison of cloud representation in models and observations. The simulation of stratocumulus clouds over the Southern Ocean is shown to have changed substantially from earlier generation models. The CMIP6 models analyzed show stratocumulus clouds now occur more often in simulations than in International Satellite Cloud Climatology Project (ISCCP) observations, but are not bright enough compared to Clouds and the Earth's Radiant Energy System (CERES) data. This is in contrast to the “too few, too bright” problem, which has characterized prior model simulations of stratocumulus clouds, particularly over the Southern Ocean. The cloud clusters also enable the calculation of mean and compensating shortwave cloud radiative effect (SW CRE) errors from model data. The compensating errors are shown to be much larger than mean errors suggesting the CMIP6 models still have much to improve in their cloud representation. A statistically significant negative relationship between the mean and compensating errors in SW CRE over the Southern Ocean is identified. This relationship is observed elsewhere, but is only significant over the Southern Ocean. This implies model tuning efforts are hiding biases in the representation of clouds in this region. CMIP6 models have been shown to have a higher equilibrium climate sensitivity (ECS) relative to CMIP5 simulations. The link between ECS and SW CRE mean and compensating errors is investigated but no evidence of a relationship between these variables was found.
Indirect Robust Adaptive Fault -Tolerant Control for Attitude Tracking of Spacecraft

Reliable and cost-effective control of spacecraft should account for modeling uncertainties, unexpected disturbances, subsystem failures, and limited resources simultaneously. This paper presents an indirect (nonregressor-based) approach to attitude tracking control of spacecraft. It is shown that the control algorithms developed are not only robust against external disturbances and adaptive to unknown and time-varying mass/inertia properties, but also able to accommodate actuator failures under limited thrusts. All are achieved with inexpensive online computations (a feature of practical importance in reducing the usage of onboard resources in terms of computing power and memory size). Furthermore, this method is user/designer friendly in that it does not involve a time-consuming design procedure and demands little redesigning or reprogramming during vehicle operation. The benefits of the proposed control method are analytically authenticated and also validated via simulation study.
Equivalent circuit for the microstrip ring resonator suitable for broadband materials characterisation

A simple equivalent circuit of the edge coupled microstrip ring resonator is developed based on both circuit and electromagnetic theory. The new model extends the work done by previous authors by including the effects of radiation loss, the coupling gap and the feed network as well as extending the frequency range by including higher-order modes. The model accurately predicts the resonant frequencies of the ring including the effects of dispersion and thick conductors. The equivalent circuit allows measurement of the resonance frequencies and the Q factors to be made independently of the coupling gap dimensions, which traditionally have been difficult to accurately model. A method of determining radiation loss is also presented, which has often been incorrectly neglected in the past. Experimental results support the accuracy of the equations and measurements on alumina rings that demonstrate a frequency accuracy of better than 1% over 12 resonant modes in the frequency range 3-33 GHz.
Interleaved boost converter with zero diode reverse-recovery loss

A three-phase interleaved continuous-inductor-current-mode (CICM) boost converter with zero diode reverse-recovery loss is proposed. In the converter, the di/dt of the output rectifiers is controlled by an integrated magnetic component. All the output rectifiers can be turned off softly and a very high efficiency is obtained. The equivalent-circuit model of the integrated inductors, the operation principle of the converter, and the design issues are discussed. Simulation and experimental results are presented.
A Project Based Active And Cooperative Learning Approach To Improving Manufacturing Engineering Education

This paper describes a project-based active and cooperative learning (PB-ACL) approach that was developed to simultaneously address four industry-identified competency gaps that need to be closed between industry’s manufacturing workforce needs and current educational programs. The four competency gaps include 1) a specific manufacturing process, 2) business knowledge, 3) oral and written communication, and 4) teamwork. In the PB-ACL approach, students form various project teams with three or four students on each team. Each student is assigned different responsibilities. Each team works on a semester-long manufacturing project that includes three well-integrated tasks. A representative example of student projects is given to show how the PB-ACL approach works. A Likert-type and open-ended questionnaire was developed to assess student learning outcomes. Assessment results showed that more than 80% of the surveyed students gained positive experiences from the PB-ACL approach.
The Relationship between School Climate and Students' Aggressive Behaviors

This study analyses the correlations between students’ aggressive behaviours, school climate and a number of demographic variables on the basis of students’ views. This study was carried out in Ankara in the 2019-2020 academic year. The sample for the study was composed of 914 students who attended schools located in 9 districts of Ankara. The research data were collected with Buss-Perry Aggression Questionnaire and School Climate Scale. The data were put into quantitative analysis in this study- which used correlational survey model. In this process, the data were analysed with mean, standard deviation, correlation analysis and hierarchical multiple regression analysis. The findings demonstrated that there were low and negative significant correlations between students’ aggressive behaviours and their perceptions of school climate. It was also found that supportive teacher behaviours, safe learning environments and positive peer interactions, gender and academic achievement had significant effects on students’ aggressive behaviours.
Antibacterial activity of the Agaricus pampeanus (Agaricaceae) ethanol extract against Enterococcus faecalis, Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa.

The macro fungi of the genus Agaricus have so far recorded many bioactive compounds with antibacterial properties as a product of their metabolism. However, in Ecuador, A. pampeanus or “Kallamba de finados” is a species studied for its ethnomycological uses and as part of the fungal biodiversity of the country. In this study, the antibacterial activity of the ethanolic extract of A. pampeanus was evaluated on four ATCC strains and the bioactive compounds present in the extract were identified. Initially, an ethanol extract of A. pampeanus was performed with the use of a Soxhlet extractor. To identify the extracted compounds, a gas chromatograph coupled to a mass spectrophotometer was used. With the mother extract, four solutions of the A. pampeanus ethanol extract (APE) were made at different concentrations, classified in APE1 (50.32 mg/mL), APE2 (40.24 mg/mL), APE3 (30.16 mg/mL), APE4 (20.12 mg/mL), which were subsequently used in the analysis of antibacterial activity, using the Kirby-Bauer technique. Six chemical compounds were identified; among them Eugenol was found as one of the main compounds. Out of the four concentrations, the A. pampeanus ethanol extract (APE1) was the most effective against Enterococcus faecalis, Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa and categorized as sensitive, while Escherichia coli did not present any activity and was cataloged as resistant. The APE4 was not effective in any case. The antibacterial effect of APE was verified. Furthermore, A. pampeanus is more effective against Gram positive bacteria.