bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Identification and Counting of Bacterial Colonies on Mobile Phones Before and After 70% Alcohol Disinfection
Authors: Hutabarat Mustika Sari , Sinaga Hotman
Published: December 2023

Cell phones have become a very important communication tool in everyday life. Considering that many people are in the habit of using their mobile phones while doing other activities, most people even have the habit of taking their phones to the toilet. Cell phones become inanimate objects that play an important role in the transmission of microorganisms. Therefore, we need to maintain hand hygiene by keeping our hands clean after handling the mobile phone before performing activities and disinfecting the mobile phone regularly, considering that this object cannot be washed while the mobile phone is a potential vector for infectious diseases. Mobile phones can effectively eliminate hand hygiene due to their compulsive use despite hand washing. The purpose of this study was to determine the role of 70% alcohol cotton on the surface of mobile phones to reduce the potential spread of bacteria. Based on the results of the research conducted, there is a difference in the number of bacterial colonies on mobile phones before and after disinfection with 70% alcohol cotton, as evidenced by the obtained p-value of 0.0001 (p <0.05).
Strategies education of generation of immediate gratification by college class heads
Authors: Bilous L.I.
Published: December 2023

The article reflects the main strategies for educating the generation of instant gratification by college class heads during distance learning, the features of integrating teenagers into a new environment, their intellectual progress and improving the skills of independently solving current problems.
Studying the school algebra course in the conditions of distance education
Authors: Moskalenko V.O. , Fedorenko O.G.
Published: December 2023

Distance learning is becoming more and more relevant in today's educational environment, particularly for learning complex subjects such as algebra. The article examines the challenges and opportunities teachers and students face when learning a school algebra course in distance learning conditions. The author considers various methods, tools, and strategies to effectively learn the material, increase motivation, and support interaction between the teacher and the student in a virtual learning environment. The study also considers the impact of distance learning on academic performance and the development of students' algebra skills. The results of the study can determine the optimal strategies for the successful study of algebra in the conditions of distance learning and contribute to the further improvement of the pedagogical process.
Racismo intercultural en la práctica docente de la Escuela Secundaria Técnica de Damasco, Ocosingo Chiapas
Authors: Hernández Silvano Amadeo , Echeverry Díaz Sergio Editson , Gómez López Silvia Edith
Published: December 2023

El presente artículo está basado en una investigación de enfoque etnográfico realizado durante el ciclo escolar 2021-2022. Ofrece un acercamiento al que hacer docente desarrollado en un contexto indígena, específicamente en la Escuela Secundaria Técnica 62 de Damasco, Municipio de Ocosingo, Chiapas, México. Se analizan las tensiones étnico-culturales entre estudiantes y docentes que convergen en la institución educativa, dentro del cual las diferencias presentadas han traído como consecuencia la generación de estereotipos, prejuicios y discriminación. Las convergencias y divergencias entre los diferentes actores, dan como resultado lo que podríamos llamar racismo intercultural, lo anterior porque se da de manera mutua y cada grupo se refugia en los valores que le son propios de su cultura. Para su análisis se consideran los programas de estudio impulsados por la Secretaría de Educación Pública, y se recuperan aportaciones teóricas relacionadas con educación indígena, racismo cultural e interculturalidad, destacando autores tales como León, Muñoz, Hernández, Todorov y Wieviorka.
Análisis Jurídico de la Ley de Conservación de Vida Silvestre № 7317 y la Ley de SENASA № 8495
Authors: Ríos Montero Yócelin
Published: December 2023

Este texto tiene como objetivo analizar las competencias, procedencia e interpretación de las funciones que regulan la vida silvestre conforme a la Ley de Conservación de Vida Silvestre № 7317 y la Ley SENASA № 8495. La metodología empleada consiste en la revisión y análisis de las normas jurídicas, dictámenes y jurisprudencias que se deriva de ellas. Se destaca el rol de los profesionales que realizan funciones relacionadas con la vida silvestre. Por otra parte, los resultados presentados son conforme a la revisión, análisis e interpretación de las fuentes primarias y secundarias consultadas. En conclusión, es posible evidenciar los posibles conflictos de competencias entre ambas instituciones, normas jurídicas, así como la procedencia e interpretaciones de sus funciones y objetivos.
El sueño de la microficción
Authors: Moran María Alma
Published: December 2023

Existen elementos formales en el campo de la micro-ficción sobre los cuales la crítica especializada ha llegado a un acuerdo: la brevedad temporal y espacial; el doble movimiento de un discurso identitario junto con una mirada transcultural; la complicidad entre escritor y lector; la atemporalidad de lo narrado y su fugacidad; la preponderancia de lo metaficcional e intertextual; la presencia de diálogos, homenajes, parodias, pastiches, referencias directas o indirectas a otros autores. Teniendo en cuenta la coexistencia y alternancia de estos elementos, analizaremos “La cucaracha soñadora” de Augusto Monterroso, “El caballo” de Jorge Luis Borges y “Cosas soñadas” de Juan José Saer; intentando indagar en: las singularidades de los escenarios oníricos; el diálogo intertextual y metaficcional con escritores de la literatura universal como Kafka, Chaucer y Proust; y por último, el espacio textual en el que aparecen estas micro-ficciones y el desafío interpretativo y creativo que conllevan para el lector.
Pain and Inflammation Management: Part-II Clinical Investigation of a Topical Ayurvedic Cream called HerboCare or HerboJointTM
Authors: Bordoloi Binoy K. , Saini Kulwant S. , Sarma Bishnu P. , Jolly Kimjonlhing , Bordoloi Ronen K. , Kandimalla Raghuram , Gajbhiye Rahul L. , Sengupta Sayantan
Published: December 2023

Background: Joint pain and chronic inflammation pose significant health challenges, particularly among the elderly population. Current treatments often offer only temporary relief and are associated with potential side effects.  Ayurvedic botanical herbs and oils, known for their phytochemical-rich, anti-inflammatory properties, hold promise in addressing these issues.Objective: This study aimed to investigate the clinical efficacy of HerboCare orHerboJoint™, a topical Ayurvedic cream, in alleviating muscle discomfort, inflammation, and joint pain, along with its impact on inflammatory cytokines, particularly TNF-α on human subjects. While HerboCare or HerboJoint had a very low content of Menthol, HerboJoint-Plus (not reported in this study) was formulated with a much higher content of USP grade Menthol.Methods: HerboCareor HerboJoint™ cream, formulated with essential oils from Cymbopogon citratus, Hedychium spicatum, Zanthoxylum alatum, and Menthol (Mentha arvensis), was evaluated in two sets of clinical trials over a 90-day period. Patients with joint pain were divided into different treatment groups, and their pain, swelling, stiffness, and inflammatory marker TNF-α were assessed.Results: In the first set of trials, HerboCare orHerboJoint™ significantly reduced joint pain (29%), joint swelling (31%), and joint stiffness (60%) in patients. In the second set, TNF-α levels were reduced by 38% in the HerboCare orHerboJoint™-only group, 63% in the HerboCare orHerboJoint™ and prescribed formulation group, and 71% in the group receiving only the prescribed formulation. These results underscored the cream's efficacy in mitigating inflammation.Conclusion: HerboCare orHerboJoint™, formulated with Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS)-affirmed botanical ingredients, demonstrates clinical effectiveness in relieving joint pain and inflammation. This Ayurvedic approach offers a safe and cost-effective alternative for managing these debilitating conditions.Keywords: Muscular discomfort,Joint Pain, Essential Oils; Menthol; Inflammatory Cytokines; Clinical Study
Comparative analysis of the effect of fermented derivatives from Bactrian milk on the gut microbiome
Authors: Samat Kozhakhmetov , Tamara Tultabayeva , Maxat Suieubayev , Nurislam Muhanbetganov , Zhanel Pernebek , Dinar Tarzhanova , Indira Uyzbayeva , Zhanagul Khassenbekova , Akmaral Zhantureyeva , Zharkyn Jarmukhanov , Saniya Kozhakhmetova , Almagul Kushugulova
Published: December 2023

Background:The gut microbiome plays a vital role in maintaining intestinal homeostasis, and its modulation through dietary interventions has garnered considerable interest in improving human health. In this study, we investigated the effect of traditional Kazakh fermented milk products derived from camel milk on the gut microbiome of rats. Objective:The animals were divided into three groups: the Bactrian milk group (BCM), the camel yogurt group (CMY), and the camel cheese group (CMC). Results:After 4 weeks of intervention, the relative abundance of bacterial taxa varied significantly in the BCM and Bactrian milk derivative groups. The CMY group demonstrated a 2-fold increase in the relative abundance of the genus Ligilactobacillus (p=0.032), whereas the CMC group showed a 3-fold decrease (p=0.009). Prevotella_9 exhibited an inverse abundance vector in the CMY (p=0.0005) and CMC (p=0.0001) groups compared to the BCM group. Additionally, 53 metabolic pathways were predicted, each showing varying relative abundances in response to dietary interventions. Notably, the metabolic pathways associated with amines, polyamines, cell structure, fatty acids, and nucleoside and nucleotide biosynthesis underwent the greatest changes. Conclusion:Consumption of camel milk yogurt led to an increase in biodiversity and abundance in the gut microbiota (p<0.01), as evidenced by Shannon and Simpson's indices. In summary, our study demonstrates that fermented camel milk products significantly influence the gut microbiome and metabolic pathways.Keywords: Bactrian camel milk, gut microbiota, rats, yogurt, soft cheese
Silent Herpes Simplex virus infection in women with preterm premature rupture of membranes
Authors: Abdullah Shatha F.
Published: December 2023

Background: genital herpes simplex virus infection in pregnancy poses a major risk to the fetus and it has been associated with bad obstetric out come causing preterm labor, intrauterine growth retardation and spontaneous abortion. This study was conducted to determine if premature rupture of membranes before 37 weeks of gestational age are observed with subclinical shedding of herpes simplex virus (HSV).Patients and methods: Cervical swabs were taken from 75 women with a history of preterm premature rupture of membranes before 37 weeks of gestation, and 20 women with normalobstetrical history for the presence of HSV antigen using Enzyme linked Immuno Sorbent Assay (ELISA) method.Results: HSV antigen was detected in 37 swabs(49.3%) which revealed a significant association with preterm premature rupture membranes(PPROM) compared to control group(P<0.05).The majority of HSV infected women were asymptomatic 34(91.9%), and 23(56.1%) of the cases was associated with history of recurrent PPROM, compared to those women with history of single PPROM.Conclusion: The risk of maternal transmission of HSV to the fetus or newborn is a major health concern and the high rates of undiagnosed or asymptomatic HSV infections complicate the issue of prevention. With advent of serologic test that can reliably detect the virus in asymptomatic patient. Maternal HSV screening now is mandatory.
Risk-Based Optimization of RC-Beams Under Different Local Damage Scenarios
Authors: Alekseytsev A.V. , Kurchenko N.S. , Mohamad A.A.
Published: December 2023

A methodology for optimizing rod systems is proposed, taking into account the criterion of mechanical safety in the event of emergency actions. Based on evolutionary modeling, an iterative procedure for finding the optimal parameters of structures that have a minimum cost at the maximum level of mechanical safety is con-structed. As such a level of safety, it is proposed to use the value of the ratio of the cost of material damage to the cost of the structure and the condition of resistance to progressive destruction. The search for optimal solutions obtained using the proposed methodology can significantly reduce the consequences of accidents in construction, which can be caused by both natural and man-made fac-tors. The use of this optimization approach has prospects for use both for newly designed load-bearing bar structures and for operating systems with local damage.
Analyzing the Effectiveness of Bracing Patterns in High-Rise Building
Authors: Roshan Prateek , Meena Rahul Kumar , Singh Indrajeet
Published: December 2023

The design of a multi-storied steel building requires a lateral load resisting system in addition to the gravity load system, as these are the governing factors in the design and affect its service-life performance. This study aims to demonstrate the impact of several bracing systems in multi-storied steel buildings. Since most multistorey structures comprise reinforced concrete (RC) frame construction, ensuring the design is safe against lateral loads is essential. Steel bracing is mainly used to resist these lateral loads in designing a tall building. Due to its high rigidity, strength, and lateral load-resisting capacity, steel bracing is an excellent alternative for providing lateral support in a high-rise building. The bracing element in a structural design offers additional rigidity, which helps the structure resist earthquake forces. Because of its ease of manufacture and low cost, concentric bracing is one of the most used lateral load-resisting measures in building frames. This study presents the analysis results of various types of bracing (X-bracing, V-bracing, K-bracing and Diagonal bracing) in a structural system using STAAD Pro software and a comparison is presented in terms of maximum lateral displacement, shear forces and bending moments observed due to the application of lateral loads. Tall buildings having 34 storeys with different bracing patterns were analyzed. This study concludes that using bracing units in a structural design significantly alters and improves the structural response of a high-rise building under seismic and wind loads.
Optimization of Formwork Structure Node for Housing Construction Project to Eliminate the Influence of Accumulative Deformation of Aluminum Alloy Formwork
Authors: Liu Xingfei , Bo Ouyang , Chen Jianyong , Zuo Anwen , Yong Song , Shi Yunfu
Published: December 2023

The aluminum alloy formwork will deform during the construction and application, and the deformation will increase with the increase of the number of use, which not only enhances the installation and removal difficulty of the formwork, but also affects the size of concrete members, and has a more obvious impact on large wall and slab members. After analysis and summary of the mechanism of formwork deformation, the project technicians optimize the design of the formwork structure node, which eliminates the adverse effects of formwork deformation and guarantees the construction quality of the project. Aluminum alloy formwork is a complete formwork system, and each member has direct or indirect connection. In order to carry out innovative design based on mature technology, it is necessary to fully consider its influence on all aspects to achieve the perfect integration of theory and practice. Based on the investigation of the housing construction project site, this paper summarizes and analyzes the causes of formwork deformation from various aspects, puts forward corresponding measures, and finally solves the construction problems caused by formwork deformation, which can provide an experience for similar projects.
The Study on Stability Control of Shallow Tunnel Entrance Construction with Super-Large Section
Authors: Tu Wenfeng , Li Liping , Zhou Handong , Zhou Zongqing , Cheng Guoyu , Liu Hongliang , Li Xiong , Wu Zhuo , Ren Zhengtao
Published: December 2023

The construction of long-span tunnel faces the risk of large deformation and surrounding rock collapse. The entrance construction of shallow tunnel with super-large section is studied. Numerical simulation is used to guide the support design and the non-contact measurement method is used to monitor the vault settlement. Through the monitoring of the pressure between the surrounding rock and the primary support of the tunnel, the regularities of distribution of the surrounding rock pressure are analysed. The simulation reveals that a large plastic deformation and stress concentration occurred in the spandrel, and vault has the largest vertical displacement. The field monitoring indicates that the vertical displacement and surrounding rock pressure of the vault increase significantly in the first week. The feasibility of the construction method is verified by monitoring the displacement and surrounding rock pressure during the construction process which can provide reference and guidance for other engineering construction.
Study on Stress of Tunnel Lining Structure Under Blasting Load
Authors: Lai Jie , Liu Yun , Liu Yuan
Published: December 2023

As an important component of transportation engineering, underground tunnels are widely used in road and railway engineering. In order to obtain the stress characteristics of tunnel lining during blasting excavation and better guide engineering practice, this article conducted a stress analysis of a tunnel with blasting excavation through faults. The research shows that: Due to the blasting excavation surface being closer to the arch foot, the stress on the arch foot under the blasting wave first reaches its peak, and the stress on the arch top finally reaches its peak; the blasting impact continuously decays over time, therefore, the stress on the arch is the smallest; the tensile strength of the concrete itself is far less than the compressive strength, the tensile stress is easy to cause concrete cracking. This research results have certain guiding significance for tunnel construction.
Modeling an Exoskeleton with Hydraulic Sections of Links with Adjustable Rigidity for Carrying Heavy Loads on Construction Sites
Authors: Borisov Andrey , Blinov Alexander , Konchina Larisa , Novikova Marina
Published: December 2023

The study discusses the reasons for the need to use exoskeletons on construction sites. However, modern models of exoskeletons are not very comfortable for human use. One reason is the application of absolutely rigid links. The authors address this setback by applying in exoskeletons the links with variable length and controlled stiffness via alterable strength of magnetic field. A 3-dimensional model of exoskeleton, including five variable-length links with adjustable stiffness, for human musculoskeletal system has been developed. The model uses magneto-rheological fluid to control link stiffness on the variable-length sections. The links connections are simulated with hinges, spherical or cylindrical, implementing required rotational motion. The developed model is closer to the human locomotion system. It can be applied for designing more comfortable exoskeletons compared to the currently existing ones. The use of comfortable exoskeletons will make the work of construction workers easier and will reduce the number of injuries and occupational diseases.
Effect of Swelling Water Content and Swelling Depth of Surrounding Rock on Mechanical Properties of Tunnel Lining
Authors: Wang Jiahui , Liu Zhen , Wu Jungang , Zhang Siyuan , Li Huanzhe , Yin Lihui , Sun Quansheng , Wu Tong
Published: December 2023

Expansive surrounding rock is distributed in many provinces of our country. Due to the characteristics of adsorptive expansion, it can seriously cause tunnel road arch, deformation, crack and various diseases of lining, which has become a difficult problem in tunnel engineering. In this paper, Midas GTS software is used for finite element simulation of surrounding rock expansion tunnel. By changing the expansion depth and moisture content of the expanded surrounding rock, the deformation and stress of the secondary lining structure caused by the expansion of the surrounding rock are analyzed. The results show that with the increase of moisture content and the deepening of expansion depth, the expansion force borne by the lining structure will continue to increase, which will lead to the failure of the lining structure.
Study on Structural Stress and Deformation of Fault Tunnel Under Blasting Load
Authors: Lai Jie , Liu Yun , Liu Yuan
Published: December 2023

Blasting excavation is a common form for tunnel excavation. In order to deeply study the deformation characteristics of tunnels passing through fractured areas during excavation, this article conducted numerical analysis. Firstly, a three-dimensional numerical model of a tunnel passing through a fractured area is established, and the mechanism of crack propagation in the surrounding rock of the tunnel is presented. The deformation characteristics of the tunnel under blasting loads are obtained by monitoring points at the arch crown, arch waist, and arch foot of the tunnel. Under the action of blasting load, the deformation of lining layer is small, and the deformation induced by blasting will not threaten the safety of the whole structure. Finally, based on obtaining the deformation characteristics of the tunnel, the stress characteristics of support anchors for the tunnels were provided, providing data reference for tunnel support.
Bond Strength of NSM CFRP Textile and Concrete Using Modified Cement-Based Adhesive at High Temperature Site Exposure
Authors: Al-Abdwais Ahmed H. , Al-Mahaidi Riadh S. , Al-Tamimi Adil K.
Published: December 2023

Retrofitting of concrete structures has recently become a major issue worldwide due to design errors, earthquake damages and the deterioration by the exposure to the harsh environmental conditions, in addition to increase of loads carrying capacity of the structures. CFRP composites have been used efficiently to strengthening of concrete structures using epoxy adhesives to increase the service life of structures and increasing the applied loads. However, the limitations of using epoxy resin only at low temperature below the glass transition temperature, has created a need to replace the epoxy adhesives with cementitious bonding materials to provide better resistance at high temperatures environments. This program assessed the bonding between near-surface mounted (NSM) carbon fibre reinforced polymer (CFRP) Laminate and concrete using modified cement–based adhesive at site exposure in high temperature environment. The study showed a significant resistance of modified cement adhesive as a bonding material at high temperature environment compared to epoxy adhesive.
Experimental Study on the Performance of C30 Machine-Made Sand Concrete Mixed with Stone Powder
Authors: Zhang Guojun , Ding Xing , Han Tianren , Zhao Feilong , Zhou Jiangang , Zhao Zhouzhou , Ma Jieping , Gao Xinmin
Published: December 2023

To enhance the application of machine-made sand (MMS) concrete in engineering, some performances of C30 ordinary concrete and MMS concrete are researched in this paper. Under the same ratio, the natural river sand was completely substituted by the MMS to prepare two kinds of concrete, and the working performances and 7d and 28d compressive strength of MMS concrete and ordinary concrete were compared and studied. The experimental results show that the MMS completely replaces the natural river sand, the slump, expansion and air content of MMS concrete are smaller than that of traditional concrete, the emptying time of slump cone and the apparent density are larger than that of ordinary concrete, and the working performances of MMS concrete becomes worse. The 7d and 28d compressive strength of MMS concrete is 4.9% and 5.7% lower by comparison of common concrete respectively, and the coefficient of variation is larger, but it meets the strength standard.
Insight on Effect of Scoria Gradation on Load Bearing Resistance and Hydraulic Conductivity of Weak Clayey Subgrade
Authors: Beyene Adamu , Tsegaye Haile , Tamirat Habte , Beyene Ruhama
Published: December 2023

The improvements achieved in the engineering properties of weak clayey soil are a function of various influencing agents, among which the gradation of stabilizers is one. In this study, the impact of variation in scoria gradation on the compaction characteristics, strength properties, and hydraulic conductivity of clayey subgrade was investigated. Four different gradations of volcanic scoria (well-graded, gap-graded, uniformly graded gravel-sized, and uniformly graded sand-sized scoria) were considered for the experimental investigation. Samples of clay soil were tested for compaction characteristics, California bearing ratio, and hydraulic conductivity before and after treatment for each gradation. Finding of the study revealed that the gradation of scoria as a stabilizing material has a considerable influence on the strength, compaction characteristics and permeability of the clay. The uniformly graded sand-sized scoria was found to be the gradation type with the highest performance in modifying the California bearing ratio and maximum dry density of the clayey subgrade. In contrast, the least performing gradation of scoria was the gap-graded one for all considered mix ratios. With regard to permeability, the highest degree of improvement in hydraulic conductivity of the clay was obtained when uniformly graded gravel-sized samples are blended with the weak clay.
Investigation of Scour Reduction at Downstream Side Flushing Causeway – An Experimental Approach
Authors: Aftab Saleha , Ejaz Naeem , Murtaza Nadir
Published: December 2023

Scouring poses a significant threat to the causeway, potentially resulting in its damage or complete failure. The force of fast-moving water acts upon the foundation, sweeping away sediment that otherwise stabilizes the causeway. In the current investigation, scour at downstream side of flushing causeway (with no vent) under four different conditions and glass sided open channel. A wooden model of causeway with different elevation above sand bed (D50) was placed for different four conditions. A total of 36 cases were performed in the laboratory to investigate scour. The result shows that scours at the downstream side of the causeway increase with increase in the Froude number (0.16–33). The maximum scour was observed at causeway elevation of 6cm above sand bed and Froude number 0.33. It was observed that scour at the downstream side of causeway reduced by providing riprap and vegetation as a countermeasure. Scour depth at the downstream side of the causeway reduced up to 40% for 6cm elevation of causeway above bed level and 25% for 6cm elevation of causeway above bed level when vegetation was used as a countermeasure. It was concluded that countermeasures such as riprap, and vegetation reduced scour depth at the downstream side causeway up to significance level.
Comparison of Early Warning Indicators of Rainstorm, Meteorology and Torrential Flood
Authors: Li Xupeng , Xue Xia , Teng Xiaomin , Wang Wansheng , Li Wanglin
Published: December 2023

In recent years, global climate change is abnormal. Affected by extreme weather, rainstorm disasters, mountain torrents and geological disasters occur frequently, causing irreparable losses to people’s lives and property safety. At present, rainstorm early warning, mountain torrent disaster meteorological early warning and mountain torrent disaster early warning are poorly linked, and the collaborative early warning capability is insufficient. There are problems with short foresight period and incomplete warning mechanism. To solve this problem, this paper takes Zhangqiu District of Jinan City as the research area, combs out the early warning indicators of rainstorm in Zhangqiu District, calculates the early warning indicators of mountain flood disasters in Zhangqiu District, and calculates the meteorological early warning indicators of mountain flood disasters using previous research results. And based on the above work results, a joint warning indicator chart was drawn, and the ideas and methods of joint warning were analyzed, filling the gap in joint warning and providing new methods for early warning work.
A Comprehensive Analysis of the Temporal and Spatial Performance of MSWEP and IMERG Data on the Daily Scale over the Han River Basin, China
Authors: Li Xiaotian , Gao Rui , Li Liping
Published: December 2023

Satellite retrieval of precipitation is an important primary data for large-scale hydro-meteorological research. However, precipitation data quality is greatly affected by climate, terrain, geographical location, and spatiotemporal scale. A comprehensive understanding of the spatiotemporal accuracy of relevant data is fundamental work for conducting hydro-meteorological applications. Taking the Han River Basin in the source area of the South to North Water Diversion Project in China as the research area, based on daily precipitation observed at ground stations, the spatiotemporal performance of MSWEP (Multi-source weighted-ensemble precipitation) V2.1 and IMERG (the Integrated Multi-satellitE Retrievals for GPM) V06 was evaluated. The results show that the classification and continuous accuracy indicators of MSWEP V2.1 are generally better than IMERG V06, and the overall performance is better. The classification accuracy and correlation coefficient in flood season are higher than those in dry season, but the quantitative error and uncertainty are more prominent. Therefore, applying MSWEP data for runoff evolution and other related research in the Han River Basin is recommended.
Analysis of Influencing Factors of Subgrade Service Depth for Full Depth Asphalt Pavement
Authors: Guangxun E  , Wei Jincheng , Lu Bensheng , Wu Wenjuan , Xu Chao , Zhang Zhengchao
Published: December 2023

Based on the elastic layered theory system, the vertical additional stress distribution along the depth direction of subgrade under different driving loads of full depth asphalt structure and ordinary semi-rigid base asphalt pavement structure were analyzed in this paper. The influence of axle load level, subgrade modulus and other factors on the subgrade service depth were analyzed quantitatively. The research results show that the thicker the pavement structure thickness is, the smaller the subgrade service depth is, and the two have a linear relationship. The subgrade service depth of full depth asphalt pavement is much larger than that of semi-rigid base pavement. With the increase of axle load, the depth of subgrade working area increases gradually, and the relationship between them is approximately linear. For different pavement structures, appropriate subgrade working areas should be set according to the thickness of the pavement and the traffic conditions. The depth of subgrade working area increases obviously with the increase of subgrade modulus, and the relationship satisfies quartic polynomial. Subgrade modulus is the main factor affecting the subgrade service depth.
Design and Analysis of the Fasteners for Mine Flameproof Enclosures
Authors: Li Yunbo , Peng Hongling
Published: December 2023

In coal mining equipment, explosion-proof enclosures are often used for explosion-proof purposes, and the safety of the explosion-proof joint surface plays an important role in the safety of the explosion-proof enclosure. Therefore, equipment using flameproof enclosure “d” protection method needs to be designed with bolt fastening on the flameproof surface of the flange, and the design of bolt fastening method has a direct impact on whether the flameproof chamber is explosion-proof. This study used theoretical calculations to calculate the size and quantity of flange flameproof surface fastening bolts, and based on the calculation results, two layout schemes were designed for finite element analysis and comparison. Based on theoretical calculations and simulation analysis, the conclusion is drawn that the theoretical calculation method is relatively accurate. According to the actual situation, the influence of selecting different types of bolts is not significant, and the maximum stress value in this experiment reaches 73% of the yield stress. The design is reasonable and can be used as a reference scheme for bolt design of similar equipment.
Full-Scale Testing of an Alternative Energy Converting Installation
Authors: Bakhriev N.F. , Odilova G.S.
Published: December 2023

The proposed development relates to mechanical engineering, in particular to energy, and allows us to solve one of the most global problems facing humanity. The problem of producing clean electricity, electricity independent of natural sources such as hydroelectric power from water, thermal power from hydrocarbons such as nuclear power from uranium, and such as wind power or solar power, the proposed alternative source is independent of the vagaries of nature. An inverter is a mechanism that creates a kinetic-pulse reactive force and converts this force into electrical energy. The article presents an overview of the world energy sector, the full-scale development of mechanical inverter installations, scientific hypotheses and calculations of inverter conversion of electrical energy. The proposed alternative energy source is driven by gravity, driven by torque energy, and driven by an electric generator, with the help of which additional energy is generated. The article presents full-scale tests of the constructed structural models of first and second generation energy converters. Taking into account the actual operation of the installation in the field, the existing shortcomings were corrected. The device is protected by copyright through an intellectual property agency.
Analysis of Damage in and Risk Level of Hoop Pine Timber with a Ground Penetrating Radar
Authors: Lin Chenhua , Liu Sungtien , Chen Shongloong , Lin Yanwei
Published: December 2023

An experiment was conducted on hoop pine (Araucaria cunninghamii), a common tree species in Taiwan. Holes with diameters of 4, 5, 7, 10, 12, and 14 cm were drilled in dry hoop pine timber (diameter: 39 cm, height: 57 cm). A ground penetrating radar (GPR) antenna set to 800 MHz was used to determine the minimum image resolution and the size of the holes within the timber. GPR reflections of the timber were subjected to a filtering process to enable identification of the characteristics of curves of the images of the damage. Curves with clear waveforms were observed in the reflections of the GPR profiles of eccentric holes with diameters of 4 cm. Profiles of the damage were obtained, and the profile images with the trunk radius considered the center were transformed into polar coordinate–based images. From these images, the location, size, and diameter of the eccentric holes within the timber could be identified, and the curves representing the reflections were characterized by waveforms and irregular fluctuations. The risk levels of the trunks were determined on the basis of their t/R values and hole area ratios. A comparison between the GPR-based results and the actual diameters of the holes revealed that the GPR profiles processed through filtering could be used for efficient and accurate assessment of the damage done to hoop pine timber (average error rate ≤ 4%).
Practical Exploration on the Effect of Different Irrigation Treatments on the Growth of Goji Berries in Yumen Irrigation District, Gansu Province
Authors: Xue Lingrong
Published: December 2023

This article studies the irrigation problem of goji berries in Yumen Irrigation District, Gansu Province, and explores issues such as high quotas, low water use efficiency, and water resource shortage. By studying the effects of different irrigation treatments on the growth of goji berries in Yumen Irrigation District, a comparison was made between planting methods, including film mulching and non film mulching. There is a positive correlation between the growth indicators and yield of goji berries under the conditions of film covering and non film covering. In addition, there is a significant correlation between the number of branches and yield of covered and non covered goji berries. Under the irrigation quota of 3900m3/hm2, the ground diameter, north-south crown width, number of branches, and length of covered goji berries are the largest, while soil diameter, site crown width, number of branches, and length of branches are the largest in covered goji berries. The results of this work provide theoretical support for efficient irrigation of late maturing goji berries in Yumen Irrigation District, Gansu Province.
Research on Planning Decision Based on Depot Cover Development Value Assessment: A Case Study of Guangzhou
Authors: Liao Huihui , Chen Haiting , Luo Peng , Si Ling , Wei Cheng
Published: December 2023

With the advent of the stock era, the development of depot cover at home and abroad is becoming more and more mature. However, for a long time, the development of domestic depot cover has been based solely on the development and construction of individual units based on economic benefits, and there is a lack of overall planning and rigorous comprehensive development value assessment and demonstration at the municipal level, resulting in problems such as unclear functional positioning, immature development time, and economic and social returns that do not meet expectations in some depot cover development projects. Therefore, this paper takes a total of 24 metro depots existing or under construction in Guangzhou as an example, constructing a development value evaluation model for the development of depot covers. After constructing model, depot covers relative development value is evaluated by economic benefits and development conditions. Further, according to the actual construction planning of these depot covers, corresponding planning decision-making suggestions are given in order to provide a reference for the development of depot cover in Guangzhou and other parts of China.
Study on the Resilience Enhancement and Renewal Strategy of Traditional Village Public Space in the Post-Epidemic Era: A Study Considering Cuanxia Village in China as an Illustration
Authors: Li Qin , Yu Chanting , Chen Nijing , Guo Ping , Liu Yijun
Published: December 2023

Background: The rapid emergence of the COVID-19 epidemic has prompted a reevaluation of the current physical space environment. After the pandemic, the fragmented rural tourist era has returned, and new ideas for the development of public space in traditional villages have emerged, with resilient designs for rural public space planning and design taking into account disaster conditions. Methods: This study examines the link between the idea of resilience and the public space of traditional villages, the present application of the concept of resilience in their spaces, and the features of shifting spatial demands during an epidemic. Results: This article provides techniques for maximizing and enhancing resilience at three levels: responding to the catastrophe, adjusting to the disaster, and seeking development in the epidemic, to reshape the public space in traditional communities. Cuanxia Village in west Beijing is utilized as a practical object for the application of empirical evidence in order to increase the resilience of village public space and the catastrophe adaption and response capabilities of traditional villages. Conclusions: This research proposes a public space design method that integrates with normalized epidemics, enhances the catastrophe response and recovery capacities of conventional rural public spaces, and makes an essential multidisciplinary theoretical contribution.
Research on the Technical Limit Well Spacing Under the Condition of Variable Starting Pressure Gradient Based on Pressure Sensitivity Effect
Authors: Chi Bo , Yan Qi , Li Chenglong , Xu Chen , Zhang Fugui
Published: December 2023

Ultra low permeability reservoirs are significantly affected by the pressure sensitive effect, resulting in severe permeability loss, leading to a larger starting pressure gradient and increasing the difficulty of establishing effective displacement. At present, the existing technical limit well spacing formulas only consider the static starting pressure gradient and do not consider the reservoir pressure sensitivity effect, which leads to the problem of dynamic changes in the starting pressure gradient, resulting in the calculation results not being consistent with the actual situation of the mine. In response to this issue, a formula for calculating displacement pressure near oil and water wells considering pressure sensitivity effect and a formula for calculating variable starting pressure gradient were first established. Combined with the traditional formula for calculating the maximum well spacing, a formula for calculating the maximum well spacing between injection and production wells that can establish displacement considering dynamic starting pressure gradient was derived. The relationship between the permeability of ultra-low permeability reservoirs in Chaoyang Gou Oilfield and the technical limit well spacing was calculated. The analysis results indicate that compared with traditional methods, the new method needs to reduce the well spacing by 10m; The technical limit well spacing of Y-3 block is 47m; The demonstration results and case analysis results demonstrate the correctness and applicability of the formula. The results of this article can provide theoretical guidance for infill adjustment and potential tapping measures in ultra-low permeability reservoirs.
Executing United States Bills into Law: A Working Application in the United States House
Authors: Mador-Haim Sela , Hershowitz Ari
Published: December 2023

We describe a system to execute U.S. federal bills into law, as part of a working application for the United States House. This system is based on a formal grammar we developed, which achieves greater than 94% accuracy in parsing amendatory phrases in bills; it is in production at the United States House of Representatives and is used to produce official ‘Comparative Print’ reports showing how a bill would amend current law. The grammar consists of two components: CItation Modeling and Processing Language (CIMPL), which captures citations to current law as they are found in bill amendments, and AMendment Processing Language (AMPL), which includes directive language to amend the text referred to by the CIMPL phrase. Here, we describe the analysis that led to development of the grammar, and provide an overview of how the grammar is applied to execute proposed amendments in the Comparative Print Suite of the U.S. House of Representatives. This application is available to all Members and staff at the internal site, compare.house.gov. Both the executable grammar and the full, point-in-time U.S. law dataset upon which they act, are publicly described here in technical detail for the first time.
Human Performance on the AI Legal Case Verdict Classification Task
Authors: Mumford Jack , Atkinson Katie , Bench-Capon Trevor
Published: December 2023

We report a study undertaken to analyse human performance on the verdict classification task. Several approaches have addressed this task with outcomes compared against the outcomes from actual legal cases. Results vary and we investigate how classification is done by humans. A key finding is that fact descriptions alone are insufficient for accurate classification, independent of legal background.
Human-Centred Explanation of Rule-Based Decision-Making Systems in the Legal Domain: Demonstration
Authors: Zuurmond Suzan , Borg AnneMarie , van Kempen Matthijs , Wieten Remi
Published: December 2023

We demonstrate a human-centred explanation method for rule-based automated decision-making systems in the legal domain. This explanation method uses a graph database to enable question-driven explanations and multimedia display. This way, we can tailor the explanation to the user. We show the implementation of our explanation method in a real-world scenario at the Dutch Tax and Customs Administration.
Answer Set Programming for Legal Decision Support and Explanation
Authors: Theseider Dupré Daniele
Published: December 2023

The ANGELIC methodology was successfully used to predict decisions of the European Court of Human Rights based on a set of logical rules, with significantly better accuracy than the one achieved by machine learning approaches, as well as to explain the results of reasoning, quite valuable in order to make them trustworthy. This work demonstrates a different logic-based approach, based on Answer Set Programming for solving and generating explanations for solutions. The use of a general knowledge representation and reasoning system, where representation and inference are not tightly coupled, allows for using the same representation for inference tasks different from prediction, thus getting more value out of the domain model, and opens for integrating further forms of knowledge.
Re: Teleology and the Meaning of Life
Authors: Kiritani Osamu
Published: December 2023

This paper amplifies my argument about the meaning of life, using ChatGPT not to be subjective or personal.
“We Only Came Home to Find His Body Dangling”: Voices and Practs in Selected Nigerian Newspapers Reportage on Suicide
Authors: Osisanwo Ayo , Shyllon Opeyemi
Published: December 2023

This study examined the voices and practs in Nigerian newspapers’ reportage on suicide using three major Nigerian newspapers: _Nation_, _Punch_ and _Vanguard_. Data were subjected to a qualitative analysis using the theoretical tools of pragmatic acts theory and polyphony. In selected reportage, two categories of voices were discovered anonymous or named, and male or female voices. The presence of the voices is linguistically indicated by relativisation devices and person deixis which are used to convey the perspectives of the voices. The findings of the study further elucidated that no significant linguistic correlation exists between gender and suicide as reported by Nigerian newspapers. The practs deployed in Nigerian newspapers’ reportage on suicide are mainly practs of backgrounding the suicide incident, describing the suicide incident, informing the readers and confirming the suicide incident.
Tolerability of the new drug Kurs Uspokoin tablets for dogs in chronic study
Authors: Beloglazov Denis , Zeynalov Orhan , Mukaseev Sergey
Published: December 2023

The results presented in this work allows us to conclude that daily use of the drug Kurs Uspokoin tablets based on trazodone succinate in dogs in high doses for 54 weeks is safe.
Membangun Kekuatan Ekonomi Masjid (Studi Kasus Masjid Taqwa Muhammadiyah Padang)
Authors: Aisyah Siti
Published: December 2023

Masjid dalam membangun kekuatan ekonomi Masjid seharusnya menjamin komitmen umat Islam sebagai peluang mengatasi masalah rendahnya tingkat kesejahteraan umat, namun tidak menggeser fungsi Masjid yang sebenarnya. Pada Masjid Taqwa Muhammadiyah sudah mulai menggerakan perekonomian Masjid namun belum sepenuhnya Masjid yang mengelola karna ada unsur organisasi yang lebih menonjol, dilihat dari satu sisi Masjid Taqwa Muhammadiyah Padang dapat membantu meningkatkan ekonomi umat dan Masjid namum ketergantungan terhadap organisasi besar yang ada di Sumatera Barat menjadikan Masjid tidak mampu menunjukkan eksistensinya dalam membangun kekuatan ekonomi Masjid.