Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Microbiota intestinal benéfica e prejudicial na avicultura: Revisão

Na atualidade, as disbioses, a ruptura da barreira intestinal e a inflamação tornaram-se preocupações da avicultura industrial, uma vez que culminam no comprometimento fisiológico e produtivo das aves. Objetivou-se discutir o papel da microbiota intestinal das aves no desenvolvimento animal, bem como evidenciar os benefícios e/ou prejuízos causados por esses microrganismos. A metodologia adotada foi estudo descritivo, sendo realizada a revisão bibliográfica de trabalhos científicos publicados em diferentes bases indexadas, com recorte temporal das últimas décadas. Verificou-se que o uso do sequenciamento do gene ribossômico do RNA (rRNA) 16S constitui importante ferramenta para identificar e enumerar as bactérias intestinais presentes em aves de produção. No que concerne à composição da microbiota, no intestino delgado encontram-se principalmente os gêneros Lactobacillus, Estreptococcus, Enterococcus, Bifidobacterium, Bacterioides, Clostridium, Fusobacterium e coliformes. No intestino grosso, Lactobacillus, Bacterioides, Proteobacteria, Bacillus, Clostridium e Bifidobacterium. No intestino delgado, as bactérias participam do metabolismo melhorando a absorção de nutrientes, hidrolisam polissacarídeos produzindo ácidos graxos de cadeia curta, que serão absorvidos e participarão de rotas metabólicas importantes no fornecimento de fontes de carbono e energia para as aves. Apesar dos benefícios da microbiota em promover um ambiente intestinal estável, em situações desfavoráveis, tais como no manejo criatório inadequado, pode atuar como agentes patogênicos, produzir metabólitos tóxicos e prejudicar o desempenho produtivo das aves.
Practical insulation co-ordination of woodpole distribution lines in high-lightning areas

The authors discuss the effects of lightning on MV power lines and give empirical formulae for calculating the number of lightning-induced surges. The effects of lightning on aerial bundle conductors are discussed, and some of the first results of a study of this subject are given. The options for insulation designs are discussed, and proposals for practical 300 kV BIL (basic insulation level) structures that have been used by Eskom are considered. Data on the field performance of different designs are presented.
Development, validation and use of a smartphone application for weight loss

Background The effective treatment of overweight and obesity is challenging. A smartphone application which allows self monitoring of diet and activity could give an opportunity to deliver a weight management intervention. Methods Multiple methods have been employed. A scoping review was conducted to explore the evidence for portable handheld electronic devices and weight loss and a smartphone application, ‘My Meal Mate’ (MMM) has been developed. MMM has a theoretical basis and has been informed by focus group research. A validation study compared the diet measures captured on MMM to a reference measure and MMM was piloted in a 6 month, 3-armed randomised trial with a sample of 128 overweight/obese adults. Results The literature review found no studies to date of a stand-alone smartphone app for weight loss. In the validation study, energy (kcal) recorded on MMM correlated well with 24 hour diet recalls. Day 1: r=0.77 (95% CI: 0.62-0.86) and had a small mean difference (Day 1: -16 (95% CI: -132 to 100) kcals/d (MMM-recall). Bland Altman analysis showed wide limits of agreement between the methods (+/-2SD -824 to 791kcals/d on day 1). From the pilot trial, frequency of use was statistically significantly higher in the MMM group with a median 82 (IQR: 28, 172) days of diet recorded compared to 15 (IQR: 7, 45) days in the website group and 18 (IQR: 0, 37) days in the diary group (p=<0.001). MMM was rated higher in terms of convenience and comfort of use in social settings. Mean weight change was −4.6kg (95%CI: −6.2 to −3.0) in the MMM group after 6 months (using intention to treat analysis). Conclusion MMM has potential as a dietary assessment tool and is an acceptable and feasible intervention. The weight loss seen in the pilot trial is promising and a full trial of MMM is warranted.
Developing a rubric matrix for evaluating knowledge management capabilities

For initiating one organization's knowledge management (KM) project, it is essential to evaluate knowledge management capabilities (KMC) of that organization. One of the most popular methods in the phase of evaluating KMC is Fuzzy method that seven attributes of KMC are evaluated by this method. In this paper a rubric matrix is presented to make easy evaluating the value level of each attributes.This rubric is applicable even for whom which are not familiar completely with KM and also is maintained by analyzing and surveying many different researches are done on these attributes.
Learning from Nature: Biologically-inspired Sensors

New emerging sensing applications demand novel sensors in micro-/nano-scale to enable integration and embedding into higher level structures or systems. Downsizing the structure will usually decrease the sensitivity of the sensors, since the sensitivity is a function of geometrical parameters, e.g. mass in the case of inertial sensing, and absorbing surface area in the case of an infrared sensor. To maintain a detectable readout signal for the processing electronics, new transducing mechanisms have to be devised for micro- and nano-scale sensors. Nature, especially from insects of the animal kingdom, can provide an inspiration source for the development of such novel miniaturised sensors. This thesis describes the design, analysis through simulation, fabrication, and characterisation of several examples of novel sensors inspired from natural physical sensors found in insects. The thesis serves two purposes, first, to elucidate the working mechanisms of several natural biological sensors by a combination of synthesis and analysis, and second, to implement similar working mechanisms in artificial engineering material and structure for novel sensors development. After reviewing physical sensors found in nature, and existing bio-inspired sensor developments, three cases of novel bioinspired sensors development are given. The first case is the development of a biomimetic strain sensor, inspired from the Campaniform sensillum found in insects. The second case presented is the development of a biomimetic gyroscope, inspired from the haltere found in the fly. The last case presented is the feasibility study on the development of biomimetic far infrared sensor, inspired from the biological infrared sensor found in the beetle, Melanophila acuminate. The field of applications of new transduction mechanisms inspired from biological sensors to novel ultraminiaturised sensors is very wide. Ultraminiaturised strain sensors that can be integrated into mechanical structures could provide smart structures for buildings, cars, airplanes, and robots. Novel ultraminiaturised gyroscopes could find their application in hand-held devices for personal navigation, as well as for man-machine interface. Novel ultraminiaturised infrared sensor which can be fabricated using standard CMOS technology could find its application in civilian night vision application, such as pedestrian detection in cars, and civilian security night surveillance camera.
Strategic Use of Colour in Brand Packaging

This paper explores the little‐known issue of the functions of packaging colours, specifically how colours help to capture consumers' attention and affect perceptions at the point of purchase. By surveying colour‐related research, the study makes a first attempt to highlight the multifarious nature and multiple functions of packaging colour. The study also develops a theoretical base and proposes a framework that incorporates the functions of packaging colours and their inter‐relationships. By having this approach, the study contributes to the field in terms of summarizing the existing knowledge and pointing out gaps in knowledge and avenues for future research. In addition, the study highlights aspects for marketers and managers to consider in their attempts to develop brand identity. Copyright © 2014 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
Effect of Dried Azolla on Growth Performance, Hematological, Biochemical, Antioxidant Parameters, and Economic Efficiency of Broiler Chickens

| A total of 208 healthy one-day-old broiler chicks (Cobb-500) were allocated randomly in to 4 groups (4 replicates / each). Broiler chicks fed different diets containing 0%, 4%, 8%, and 12% dried Azolla (DA) for a period of 42 days. The results clarified that dietary DA at different levels significantly ( P =0.012) decreased total feed intake. The lowest total feed intake value was for broilers fed 8% DA (3151.3g). Broilers group fed with 12% DA had the highest significant ( P <0.001) average final body weight and body weight gain. The feed conversion ratio was significantly ( P =0.002) better among all broiler groups fed with DA. Dietary treatments with different levels of DA showed significant improvement in immune cells count such as lymphocytes ( P <0.001), and heterophils ( P = 0.003). Dietary inclusion of DA significantly increased ( P < 0.05) albumin, total protein, and high-density lipoprotein concentrations. Urea, creatinine, aspartate aminotransferase, alanine aminotransferase, uric acid, and cholesterol concentrations were significantly ( P < 0.05) decreased in all broilers fed DA. Dietary inclusion of DA improved antioxidant potency. Economically broiler group fed with 12% DA diet significantly ( P <0.001) recorded the highest total return, and net return values (3.25, 0.94 $/chicken, respectively). The highest net return per Kg gain, and economic efficiency values were found for group fed 12% Azolla (0.42, and 0.82, respectively). In conclusion, the dietary inclusion of DA up to 12%, can improve the growth performance, blood parameters, antioxidant properties without adverse effect on the health condition of broiler chicks, and increase the profitability for broiler chickens.
Recommendations and Requirements for Welding and Inspection of Titanium Piping for U.S. Navy Surface Ship Applications

Abstract : The information contained in this report is intended to assist both Navy and shipyard/contractor personnel engaged in the welding and inspection of commercially pure titanium seawater piping systems for U.S. Navy surface ships. This report provides recommendations, requirements and guidance information on quality control, materials, welding and inspection for fabrication of titanium pipe welds. The fabrication requirements contained in this report are taken from NAVSEA technical publication S9074-AR-GIB-010/278 Requirements for Fabrication Welding and Inspection, and Casting Inspection and Repair for Machinery, Piping and Pressure Vessels. The mandatory requirements, as indicated by the word "shall," are considered to be the minimum acceptable for first quality workmanship. Recommendations and guidance information is not mandatory. The contents of this report are drawn from many sources and have been selected to complement numerous NAVSEA publications without in any way modifying those documents.
Cognitive Radio for Broadband Access in Rural Africa and other Developing Countries

This thesis examines how Cognitive Radio (CR) can impact broadband access in rural Africa and other developing countries. We investigate how CR through dynamic spectrum access facilitates the efficient use of underutilized spectrum (white spaces) in rural areas. Until now much of the research and development of CR standardization is focussed on developed countries deployment scenarios e.g. IEEE 802.22, ACME-92, IEEE 80.11af standards in TVWS. Such countries have a highly developed infrastructure capable of supporting the use of real time database access, and a requirement for broadband data rates. Due to financial constraints and lack of supporting infrastructure in developing countries a different approach may be required to maximize the use of CR. This thesis identifies GSM white space as a potential candidate band for CR applications in rural Africa/developing countries. We use Monte Carlo simulation techniques as an analytical tool to assess the coexistence performance between CR systems and GSM. It is shown that the INR threshold below 30 dB corresponding to a -91 dBm signal detection threshold is required to fully protect GSM systems from excessive interference from CR systems. These values are relatively higher than the noise level which means simple sensing techniques such as energy detection can be employed by the CR systems to determine white space. This minimizes the complexity of CR by avoiding the use of complex sensing techniques and real time database access which may add cost, the critical factor for rural deployment. It is also shown that at GSM channel load below 0.5 Erlang CR systems can operate in the GSM band and achieve a coverage of up to 1 km at a transmit power of 800 mw ( -1 dBW) without causing excessive interference on primary GSM users. This means that in areas where the GSM band is underutilized such as rural areas, CR systems can opportunistically exploit GSM white spaces. From the regulatory perspective it is found out that dynamic spectrum sharing policies are more adaptive to current trends in technological advancement, which means new technologies such as CR systems can be accommodated.
Analisys of The Quality of Customer Service Satisfactory of Baitul Maal Wattamwil (BMT) Tamzis at Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta and Jawa Tengah

The research aim was to analyse the quality of customer service satisfactory of BMT Tamzis at Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta and Jawa Tengah, as the syariah finance, who has 33 (thirty three) branchs, and its headquarter at Wonosobo, Jawa Tengah. It has at least 2.000 customers in 2018. BMT Tamzis needs some feedback in order to increase their quality of customer service satisfactory as high as possible to reach optimum level, and fulfill qualification of succeed finance business. This research wanted to measure the up dated customer service satisfactory and gave feedback to BMT Tamzis. The research method used quantitative approach to primary data of customer questioneer and scondary data of BMT Tamzis’s headquarter. The questioneers had distributed to customers by proporsional random sampling about 330 examplars, returned back about 320 examplars, and than have been calculated by SPSS method version 10.0. The result research was customer satisfactory perception toward BMT Tamzis reached good and significance level at all branchs, at point 4.031 root mean at 1 until 5 Likert scale. They favored assurance dimension at point 4.215, and than tangibles (3.990), responsiveness (3.989), reliability (3.976), and emphaty (3.986). To be adviced that all branch leaders must increase giving their services until reach the highest level of all dimensions, that are : tangibles, responsiveness, reliability, emphaty, dan assurance.Keyword: satisfactory, service, customer.
Review of Peer Evaluation Research

Abstract : Peer evaluation research was reviewed from the three major perspectives of validity studies, methodology, and situational factors. Most of the research programs were conducted in the course of developing procedures for evaluating training groups (e.g., in Officer Candidate School, U.S. Military Academy, and Ranger course). Substantial concurrent and predictive validity generally was found, with correlation coefficients in the . 30 to . 50 range. Different evaluation methods (rating, ranking, nominations, and combinations of these techniques) did not differ substantially in either reliability or validity. Evaluation methods did, however, differ in acceptability and feasibility. Situational factors have documented or potential effect on the evaluation process that developers and users of peer evaluations should be aware of. Although many issues surrounding peer evaluations remain unresolved, evidence suggests that these issues can be resolved, and that they do not detract from the conclusion that peer evaluations are a powerful tool in discriminating complex human behavior.
Relationship of Air Traffic Control Specialist Age to En Route Operational Errors

Abstract : Public Law 92-297, passed in 1971, requires that air traffic control specialists (ATCSs) hired after May 16, 1972 retire at age 56. The underlying rationale was that as controllers aged, the cumulative effects of stress, fatigue (from shift work), and age-related cognitive changes created a safety risk (U.S. House of Representatives, 1971). This hypothesis has been considered in two recent studies of en route operational errors (OEs). The Center for Naval Analyses (CNA, 1995) found no relationship between controller age and OEs. Broach (1999) reported that the probability of involvement in an OE increased with age. The purpose of this study was to re-examine the hypothesis that controller age, controlling for experience, was related to OEs. En route OE records (3,054) were matched with nonsupervisory ATCS staffing records for the period FY1997-2003. Poisson regression was used to model OE count as a function of the explanatory variables age and experience using the SPSS (trademark) version 11.5 General Loglinear (GENLOG) procedure. Overall, the Poisson regression model fit the data poorly (Likelihood Ratio 2 = 283.81, p < .001). The Generalized Log Odds Ratio was used to estimate the odds ratio for age. The odds of OE involvement for older controllers (GE age 56) were 1.02 times greater than the odds for younger (LE age 55) controllers, with a 95% confidence interval of 0.42 to 1.64. This range of odds indicated that neither age group was less or more likely than the other to be involved in an OE, controlling for experience. The analysis does not support the hypothesis that older controllers are at greater risk of involvement in an OE. These results suggest that the original rationale for the mandatory retirement of controllers may need to be re-examined. Additional research on age and ATCS performance is recommended.
Relation of Apathy to Motor and Non-motor Findings in Parkinson’s Disease

Anahtar­ Sözcükler: Parkinson hastalığı, motor semptomlar, non-motor semptomlar, apati patients having bradykinesia in the apathy group and the number of patients having tremor in the group without apathy was higher. Conclusion: Our study showed that apathy, one of the non-motor symptoms, was more prominent in male gender, associated with UPDRS scores, clinical stage and bradykinesia, and accompanied by depression.
Improving BEM-based Aerodynamic Models in Wind Turbine Design Codes

The wind energy industry is experiencing remarkable growths annually. Despite the great progress made, further cost reductions in turbine technology are necessary for wind energy to reach its full potential in terms of the large‐scale supply of electricity. Improving the reliability of aerodynamic models embedded in the design software currently used in industry is indispensable to guarantee reductions in the cost of wind energy.
Research on Compressive Sensing‐Based 3D Imaging Method Applied to GPR

Results in theory of compressive sensing enable the reconstruction of sparse signals from a small set of nonadaptive linear measurements by solving a convex optimization problem. Considering the sparse structure of actual target space in ground penetrating radar (GPR) application, three‐dimensional imaging method based on random aperture compressive sensing (RACS) is brought up, which requires the GPR transceiver to record only a minimum amount of samples through incoherent measurement at each aperture point, and only to measure a small number of random apertures in x‐y plane of interested target space. Simulation and experimental results verified that the proposed RACS method allow much fewer measurement aperture points, and has much sparse imaging results with much higher resolution. © 2013 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. Microwave Opt Technol Lett 55:2896–2901, 2013
Patient adherence after coronary bypass grafting: different facets of same matter. A systematic review

Background. Adherence in cardiological patients is a leading challenge due to a high society burden imposed by cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) through morbidity, reduced life expectancy, disability and high mortality rates in population. Despite the availability of highly effective medicines and high-technology care, the success of CVD treatment remains insufficient. A particular focus should be placed on patients with previous coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). Objectives. A review of reasoning for non-adherence to medication and non-medication management in post-CABG patients and current methods influencing it.Methods. Russian-language and foreign literature was mined in the eLibrary and PubMed databases with the query keywords “medication adherence” [приверженность терапии], “coronary artery disease” [ишемическая болезнь сердца], “coronary artery bypass surgery” [коронарное шунтирование], “coronary revascularisation” [вторичная профилактика после коронарного шунтирования]. The review included papers published within 2016–2020, as well as selected relevant publications from 2003–2015, to cover 52 sources irrespective of study design and language. Content and descriptive analyses were used as research tools.Results. Coronary heart disease (CHD) poses an important health, social and economic problem worldwide as a leading cause of reduced life expectancy, disability and high mortality. Non-compliance with medication significantly bursts medical expenditures [1]. Coronary artery bypass grafting is used widely to treat multivessel coronary lesions both in stable and acute CHD. Secondary preventive techniques successfully preclude adverse post-CABG events, but adherence to post-CABG treatment is often low. The non-adherence rationale rarely links to a single factor but is rather complex and multifaceted. It includes social and economic reasons, systemic health care or personnel, therapy and patient-related factors. Methods are developing and refining to improve adherence to both non-medication and medication interventions.Conclusion. Clinical trials to improve secondary prevention adherence in patients after coronary artery bypass grafting will allow a wider implementation of relevant methods in outpatient management of this patient category.
Simulation and Testing of Energy Efficient Hydromechanical Drivlines for Construction Equipment

Increased oil prices and environmental issues have increased a need of loweringthe emissions from and the fuel consumption in heavy construction machines. Anatural solution to these issues is a lowered input power through downsizing ofthe engine. This implies a demand on higher transmission efficiency, in order tominimize the intrusion on vehicle performance. More specifically, alternatives tothe conventional torque converter found in heavier applications today, must beinvestigated. One important part of this is the task of controlling the transmissionwithout jeopardising the advantages associated with the torque converter, such asrobustness and controllability.In this thesis, an alternative transmission concept for a backhoe loader is investigated.The studied concept is referred to as a 2-mode Jarchow power-splittransmission, where a mechanical path is added to a hydrostatic transmission inorder to increase transmission efficiency. The concept is evaluated in computerbased simulations as well as in hardware-in-the-loop simulations, where a physicalhydrostatic transmission is exposed for the loads caused by the vehicle duringvarying conditions. The loads are in turn simulated according to developed modelsof the mechanical parts of the vehicle drive line.In total, the investigated concept can be used instead of the torque converterconcept, if the hydrostatic transmission is properly controlled. The results alsoshow that there is a high possibility that the combustion engine in the backhoeloader can be downsized from 64 kW to 55 kW, which would further increase thefuel savings and reduce the emissions.