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Neoliberal Logics of Voice: Playback Singing and Public Femaleness in South India

AbstractThis essay explores the impact of neoliberal logics of voice on the music-making and performance practices of female playback singers in the South Indian Tamil film industry. As singers whose voices are first recorded in the studio and then ‘played back’ on the set to be lip-synched by actors, playback singers have been professional musicians and public celebrities since the 1950s. Their careers are governed by practices of voice cultivation and by modes of performance and public self-presentation, in the studio, on stage, and increasingly in mediatised contexts. Since the 1990s, neoliberal logics of flexibility, entrepreneurship and self-marketing have redefined the role of the playback singer and the way singers conceive of their work in both social and aesthetic terms. These changes have occurred within a broader context in which anxieties about globalisation and expanding commodity culture are reflected in debates about the place of women in public.
TITANIUM LINED COMPOSITE COOKWARE

A Cooking vessel has an interior lining of titanium or an alloy thereof. The bottom is optionally formed of anodized aluminum as the titanium walls withstand the corrosive environment of the anodizing bath. The titanium lining is more resistant to corrosion, staining and attack by acid foods than anodized aluminum. The method of forming the cooking vessel allows a relatively thin layer of titanium metal to be used as the lining, thus reducing the total weight as well as the cost of the cooking vessel.
"Frères migrantes", de Patrick Chamoiseau : l'intention humaniste

Cet article examine comment, à partir du drame des migrants qui font route vers l’Europe, Frères migrants de Patrick Chamoiseau suggère la possibilité d’un « humanisme à la mesure du monde » (CÉSAIRE, 1973). L’essai manifeste une intention humaniste, sous la forme d’une bibliothèque intertextuelle qui perpétue tout à la fois la pensée de l’humanisme et l’esprit de la « sentimenthèque » figurant dans Écrire en pays dominé (CHAMOISEAU, 1997). Si le traitement inhumain infligé aux migrants dévoile les angles morts de l’humanisme européen et rappelle les méthodes coloniales, la prise en compte fraternelle de ces derniers invite à repenser et à élargir l’humanisme. La médiatisation de l’essai se prolonge par la publication d’un recueil collectif Osons la fraternité ! Les écrivains aux côtés des migrants (CHAMOISEAU, LE BRIS, 2018) au sein duquel certains textes questionnent les apories de toute intention humaniste.
ADVANCED ENTERTAINMENT ACTIONS AND ACHIEVEMENTS LOGGING

A method for logging actions and/or achievements of a user of a computer-implemented environment. The method comprises: detecting whether said user has taken one of a plurality of predefined actions or has arrived at one of a plurality of predefined achievements in said computer-implemented environment; when said predefined action or predefined achievement was detected, modifying a subscore of the user in at least one of a plurality of categories based on the detected predefined action or predefined achievement, and updating a global score of said user based on the subscores of said user in each of said plurality of categories.
Digital Design and Computer Architecture: ARM Edition

Digital Design and Computer Architecture: ARM Edition takes a unique and modern approach to digital design. Beginning with digital logic gates and progressing to the design of combinational and sequential circuits, Harris and Harris use these fundamental building blocks as the basis for what follows: the design of an actual ARM processor. With over 75% of the worlds population using products with ARM processors, the design of the ARM processor offers an exciting and timely application of digital design while also teaching the fundamentals of computer architecture. System Verilog and VHDL are integrated throughout the text in examples illustrating the methods and techniques for CAD-based circuit design. By the end of this book, readers will be able to build their own microprocessor and will have a top-to-bottom understanding of how it works. Harris and Harris have combined an engaging and humorous writing style with an updated and hands-on approach to digital design. Covers the fundamentals of digital logic design and reinforces logic concepts through the design of an ARM microprocessor. Features side-by-side examples of the two most prominent Hardware Description Languages (HDLs)-System Verilog and VHDL-which illustrate and compare the ways each can be used in the design of digital systems. Includes examples throughout the text that enhance the readers understanding and retention of key concepts and techniques. The Companion website includes a chapter on I/O systems with practical examples that show how to use the Raspberry Pi computer to communicate with peripheral devices such as LCDs, Bluetooth radios, and motors. The Companion website also includes appendices covering practical digital design issues and C programming as well as links to CAD tools, lecture slides, laboratory projects, and solutions to exercises.
A WELLHEAD ASSEMBLY FOR COMMUNICATING WITH THE CASING HANGER ANNULUS

A subsea wellhead assembly has the capabilities of communicating from the outer surface of an outer wellhead housing (11) to a casing annulus. Seals (34) between the outer (11) and inner (27) wellhead housing define an annular chamber when the inner wellhead housing lands. The outer wellhead housing (11) has a communication port (23) formed through one of its sidewalls. The inner wellhead housing (27) has a passageway (39) extending from the annular chamber to the bore of the inner wellhead housing (27). The casing annulus located radially inward of the inner wellhead housing (27) is in communication with the outer surface of the outer wellhead housing (11) through the passageway (39), the annular chamber between the seal (34) and the communication port (23).
Hydrogen generated from hydrolysis of ammonia borane using cobalt and ruthenium based catalysts

Abstract Ammonia borane (NH 3 BH 3 , AB), one kind of promising hydrogen storage materials, is hydrolyzed to produce hydrogen in presence of HCl, Co/IR-120 and Ru/IR-120 catalysts. The kinetics analysis of the AB hydrolysis shows that hydrogen production is of the first-order reaction in regard to both concentrations of ammonia borane and catalysts initially present, respectively. The hydrolyzate of ammonia borane after hydrogen evolution is also characterized with XRD, FT-IR and 11 B NMR. Boric acid (H 3 BO 3 ) is found to be the dominant product in the hydrolyzate. Besides, the produced gas is discovered to contain both hydrogen and ammonia according to the GC–MS analysis and the indophenol colorimetric analysis. A possible reaction pathway on hydrogen generation from hydrolysis of ammonia borane is, accordingly, proposed based on the existence of boric acid, hydrogen and ammonia in the products. The total life cycle of ammonia borane is also proposed to illustrate formation of different intermediates during the AB hydrolysis for hydrogen generation and a possible regeneration scheme of the spent ammonia borane.
Analysis on the Anti-dumping Intensity that Chinese Wooden Forest Products Encountered

This paper uses the wooden forest products anti-dumping data of WTO I-TIP application and the import and export data of UN Comtrade,which are from 2001 to 2012,to analyse the current situation and the intensity of the anti-dumping,which Chinese wooden forest products encountered.The results show that the anti-dumping investigation and sanction intensity indexes are basically very high between 2001 and 2012,which even far more than 1. Chinese wooden forest products are strongly affected by the anti-dumping actions relative to their shares in the world export market. Just when China joined the WTO,the anti-dumping situation that Chinese wooden forest products encountered were very strongly affected by the anti-dumping actions relative to their shares in the world export market. On the whole,the anti-dumping intensity indexes that Chinese wooden forest products encountered show a downward trend. But they are still at a high level.
Synthesis, crystal structure and anaerobic DNA photocleavage of ruthenium complexes [Ru(tpy)(dpoq)Cl]+ and [Ru(tpy)(dpoq)CH3CN]2+

Two new Ru(II) complexes [Ru(tpy)(dpoq)Cl](+)1 and [Ru(tpy)(dpoq)CH3CN](2+)2 (tpy = 2,2':6',2''-terpyridine; dpoq = dipyrido[1,2,5]oxadiazolo[3,4-b]quinoxaline) have been synthesized and characterized by elemental analysis, (1)H NMR, electrospray ionization mass spectra (ESI-MS) and X-ray crystallographic study. The experimental results of spectra titration, thermal denaturation and viscosity measurements suggest that the two complexes intercalatively bind to DNA. When irradiated under light, the two complexes could efficiently photocleave DNA both under aerobic and anaerobic condition. The mechanism studies reveal that the photocleavage reaction functions through both oxygen-independent (photoinduced electron transfer, type III reaction) and oxygen-dependent (singlet oxygen generation, type II reaction) pathways and the oxygen-independent pathway is the major process. These complexes will be more promising photodynamic therapy (PDT) candidates used for treating hypoxic tumors.
Smart clothing gamification to promote energy-related behaviours among adolescents

Energy-related behaviours (physical activity, sedentary behaviour) are main modifiable determinants of several non-communicable health conditions, e.g. diabetes type 2, overweight and obesity, and track into adulthood. Promoting these behaviours among youngsters can have great health and societal gains. Meeting recommended levels for these behaviours is especially low among adolescents, girls and those of lower socio-economic status. An intervention to promote energy-related behaviours among adolescents is thus indicated, and may also address social inclusion. Exergames, which require movement to be played, have great yet underused potential to promote these behaviours. To fully utilise this potential, exergames need to promote moderate-to-vigorous physical activity; need to be tailored to the individual user; and need to be more engaging. The SmartLife project aims to create such an exergame. The SmartLife exergame will be: 1) a mobile game requiring lower body movements; 2) combined with a smart textile that provides immediate physiological feedback (e.g. heartrate, respiration) and ensures exercises are performed at a moderate-to-vigorous intensity level; 3) tailored to individual user’s needs, using the smart textile data, and based on available evidence and big data analysis; 4) highly engaging, e.g. by adding a narrative and context information, and using user input throughout the design (‘participatory development’). The project includes extensive testing and dissemination of results. Market analysis will explore commercial business opportunities (e.g. technology-based connected health) and social marketing opportunities (e.g. via schools). The SmartLife project proposes a technological innovation via integration of exergames and smart textiles, to optimally reach the exergaming’s full market potential and effectively address the non-leisure purpose of health promotion among adolescents, as stipulated in the work programme.
Morphometric Evaluation of the Santana River Basin in Itapuranga, Goiás (Brazil)

In view of the importance of morphometric studies for the planning and management of watersheds, this study aimed to carry out the morphometric assessment of the Santana River Basin, located in the municipality of Itapuranga, Goiás. The study area was chosen due to the basin is extremely important for the region, as it is responsible for the irrigation of large areas of cultivation. This fact led to the realization of this study, in order to be able to contribute to the planning and management of the hydrographic basin. The methodology consisted of eight steps, using ArcGis 9.2 software. The results showed the hierarchy of drainage channels in the Santana River basin in four orders. The slope mapping in conjunction with the hypsometric mapping showed areas of steep slopes and interfluves that appear as flattened tops, with considerable elevation. The valley bottoms are at an elevation of 540 to 570 meters. The unevenness of the hydrographic basin was 360 meters, 540 meters at the lowest point and 900 meters from the highest point. The Santana River basin can be fragmented into three distinct landscape units: hills, alluvial plains and top areas. Thus, this study showed basic characteristics of the physical environment that can enable, and support studies aimed at the planning and management of that basin, helping to reduce and mitigate the socioeconomic impacts on water sources.&#x0D;
METHOD TO MANUFACTURE FLOOR PANEL AND FLOOR PANEL

FIELD: construction.SUBSTANCE: invention relates to method for manufacturing of a floor panel, namely, to floor panel comprising a bearing board, a cork layer, soil and a decorative layer The method to manufacture a floor panel (1), comprising a bearing board (2), a cork layer (3), soil (5) and a decorative layer (6), consists in the fact that the cork layer (3) is applied onto the bearing board (2), besides, to form soil (5) onto the cork layer (3) they apply a liquid varnish system with a share of volatile components of maximum 10 vol %, and onto soil (5) they apply and/or roll the decorative layer (6).EFFECT: increased area of soil surface without holes.18 cl, 3 dwg
Reduction of the door-to-needle time for administration of antibiotics in patients with a severe infection: a tailored intervention project.

Door-to-needle time (DNT), defined as the time between arrival at the emergency department (ED) and intravenous (iv) antibiotic administration is of crucial importance in the treatment of patients suffering from serious infections. The aim of this project was to reduce the DNT for patients with a serious infection as primary outcome parameter.All adult patients arriving at the ED with a suspected infection for whom admission and iv antibiotics were indicated were included.Firstly, baseline DNT was measured and potential delaying factors were identified. Subsequently, five tailored interventions were implemented at regular intervals and their effects on the DNT were analysed. The interventions were: 1) additional resident attendance during peak hours, 2) immediate examination by residents prior to laboratory results, 3) chest X-ray at the ED instead of the external radiology department, 4) iv antibiotic administration at the ED instead of the ward and finally, 5) primary dipstick urine analysis at the ED. A total of 295 patients were included (53.9% men), median age was 59 years (IQR 46 to 73). Median baseline DNT was 183 min (IQR 122 to 296). Implementation of the first three interventions did not reduce the DNT ; however, after implementation of the fourth (administer all antibiotics at the ED) and finally all five interventions the DNT was reduced by 15.3% (p=0.040) to a final median DNT of 155 min (IQR 95 to 221).Identification of delaying factors and implementation of tailored interventions reduces the DNT .
Brillengestell und Gleitlagerelement hierfür

Die vorliegende Erfindung bezieht sich auf ein Brillengestell, bei welchem ein Gelenkmechanismus zum Einsatz kommt, der Reibpaarungen mit einem sehr hohen Reibungskoeffizienten aufweist. Es wird vorgeschlagen, zur Verminderung des Gleitverschleißes ein Gleitlagerelement (14) im Bereich des Gelenkmechanismus vorzusehen.
Symmetric Encryption Algorithm to Secure Outsourced Data in Public Cloud Storage

Background/Objectives: Cloud storage is an increasingly popular class of services for archiving, backup and sharing of data. Data security concern has been one of the major hurdles preventing its widespread adoption of cloud. This paper proposes a Symmetric Encryption Algorithm (SEA) for data security in the cloud. Methods/Statistical Analysis: Traditionally, Cryptography techniques are used for data security. Encryption is a cryptography technique used for securing the data. The proposed algorithm in this paper is a symmetric encryption technique. The proposed algorithm executes the ASCII code of each value in the original data. Encryption is done before the data are sent to the cloud. Findings: Proposed SEA is implemented in JAVA and procedure of encryption and decryption of the SEA is evaluated in cloud storage. SEA reduces the time taken for encryption and decryption. Data are frequently uploaded to cloud; proposed SEA should not make latency in data uploading. The proposed algorithm is easily fit into cloud storage environment. SEA helps cloud users and cloud service providers to maintain the security of data in cloud storage. Cloud provider should not access data stored in cloud storage server. Hence, the SEA provides secure data storage environment in cloud. Application/Improvements: Security is more essential to data in the cloud. The proposed SEA provides better security to the data stored in the cloud storage. This technique is suitable to education, medical and agriculture community to securely store their data in cloud storage.
Researches on flow unit of the volcanic reservoir in 1st Member of lower Cretaceous Yingcheng Formation,Xudong area,Songliao Basin

Exemplified by the volcanic reservoir of 1st Member of Yingcheng Formation in Xudong area of Songliao Basin,the authors studied the characteristics of flow unit spatial-temporal development in the aim strata of the study area.In this process,all work was based on the isochronous framework of stratrigraphy.Two parameters were selected and the software of SPSS was used.In addition,cluster analysis and discriminant analysis were carried out.The results indicate that porosity and permeability are two parameters which can well represent the reservoir characteristics.The flow unit in the study area can be classified into four types,i.e.,Type I,II,III and IV,in which Type III and Type IV are well developed,Type II possesses the second place,and Type I is poorly developed.Closely combining the well data and seismic data in the isochronous framework of stratrigraphy and using the software of SPSS to perform cluster analysis and discriminant analysis prove to be a very efficient way for flow unit study.It can provide substantial foundation for the exploitation of the volcanic reservoir.
Future propulsion and integration: towards a hybrid-electric 50-seat regional aircraft

FUTPRINT50 addresses the need to accelerate disruptive technologies in aviation to ensure Carbon Neutral growth commitment from FlightPath2050. It will develop tools, technologies and aircraft level analysis for key hybrid-electric technologies supporting the entry into service of a 50 seat class aircraft by 2035/2040. This type is at the locus of convergence of timeframe and technology, promising to open with improved costs new routes for point 2 point connection of smaller, interior cities and villages at lower infrastructure costs than rail or road transportation, fulfilling aviation’s higher goal of connecting people for the creation of wealth and societal good. FUTPRINT50 will focus on energy storage, energy harvesting and thermal management. Besides advancing the state of the art of these technologies, it will research and develop MDO design methodologies whilst considering uncertainty, models and tools to evaluate new configurations and integration at system and aircraft level. To attain the ambitious vision of an entry into service aircraft by 2035/2040, FUTPRINT50 will develop roadmaps to align future research on technology development but also the regulatory side, striving for market, technology and legal readiness for entry into service. For this FUTPRINT50 will use research developed within the project but also extend itself to other complementary projects and initiatives, besides engaging the main stakeholders in comprehensive workshops. Furthermore, open-source aircraft design tools, hybrid-electric aircraft designs, and reference data sets will be generated and shared openly with the community to accelerate the development of future hybrid-electric aircraft. Finally, FUTPRINT50 will be developed by an international consortium of diverse and highly competent partners, abridging the EU with USA, Russia and Brazil and supported by an Advisory Board including EASA and ensuring connection with Canada.
Impact assessment of malaria vector control using routine surveillance data in Zambia: implications for monitoring and evaluation

Malaria vector control using long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs) and indoor residual spraying (IRS), with pyrethroids and DDT, to reduce malaria transmission has been expansively implemented in Zambia. The impact of these interventions on malaria morbidity and mortality has not previously been formally assessed at the population level in Zambia.The impact of IRS (15 urban districts) and LLINs (15 rural districts) implementation on severe malaria cases, deaths and case fatality rates in children below the age of five years were compared. Zambian national Health Management Information System data from 2007 to 2008 were retrospectively analysed to assess the epidemiological impact of the two interventions using odds ratios to compare the pre-scaling up year 2007 with the scaling-up year 2008.Overall there were marked reductions in morbidity and mortality, with cases, deaths and case fatality rates (CFR) of severe malaria decreasing by 31%, 63% and 62%, respectively between 2007 and 2008. In urban districts with IRS introduction there was a significant reduction in mortality (Odds Ratio [OR] = 0.37, 95% CI = 0.31-0.43, P = 0.015), while the reduction in mortality in rural districts with LLINs implementation was not significant (OR = 0.83, 95% CI = 0.67-1.04, P = 0.666). A similar pattern was observed for case fatality rates with a significant reduction in urban districts implementing IRS (OR = 0.34, 95% CI = 0.33-0.36, P = 0.005), but not in rural districts implementing LLINs (OR = 0.96, 95% CI = 0.91-1.00, P = 0.913). No substantial difference was detected in overall reduction of malaria cases between districts implementing IRS and LLINs (P = 0.933).Routine surveillance data proved valuable for determining the temporal effects of malaria control with two strategies, IRS and LLINs on severe malaria disease in different types of Zambian districts. However, this analysis did not take into account the effect of artemisinin-based combination therapy (ACT), which were being scaled up countrywide in both rural and urban districts.
See-Through View Generation from Multi-Camera Baseball Movies

We present a method of generating new view-point movies for baseball games. The most interesting view-point in a baseball game is looking from behind the catcher. However, because the view is interrupted by the umpire and catcher, setting up a camera behind the catcher is impossible, and setting up a camera on the catcher's head is also impossible. Therefore, we removed the obstacles (catcher and umpire) from the movie captured from behind the catcher, and generated a see-through movie by using multiple cameras to recover the pitcher's appearance. Our method consists of two processes; recovering the pitcher's appearance by homography, and detecting obstacles by using Graph Cut. To clarify how effective our method is, we generated a see-through movie by applying our method to multiple-camera movies taken in a baseball stadium. In the see-through-movie, the pitcher appears through the catcher and umpire.