bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
EFFICACY OF TASK SPECIFIC STRENGTH TRAINING TO IMPROVE LOWER LIMB MOTOR PERFORMANCE IN SUBJECTS WITH STROKE
Authors: Sindhu B  , Selvaraj A Michael , Lochani V Pavithra
Published: April 2024

Objective: The objective of the study was to find out the effect of Functional Strengthening Exercise and conventional physiotherapy in motor performance of lower extremity in patients with middle cerebral artery stroke. The stroke patients have deficits in motor control and sensory system. Interventions like Task oriented exercises, strengthening programme, Neuro Developmental therapy (NDT) and Brunnstrom Movement therapy are required to achieve early recovery. Methodology: Thirty subjects were selected and divided into two groups based on selection criteria with age group between 45-55, both male and female, people affected by ischaemic stroke was included and those with cognitive deficits, visual and hearing disturbances, was excluded from the study. Pre-test was done by using Fugl-Meyer Motor Assessment (FMMA) - lower extremity as an outcome measure, proceeding with the treatment protocol; Group A: were the control group who received conventional physiotherapy. Group B: were the experimental group who received both task specific strengthening exercise programme along with conventional physiotherapy, treatment was given for 1 hour per day for 3 weeks. After the cessation of the treatment protocol, post-test was done using the same outcome measure. Result: Result of the study shows that task specific strengthening exercise along with conventional therapy was effective in the Motor recovery of Lower extremity in patients with middle cerebral artery stroke. Conclusion: Functional training which concentrates on strengthening the muscles is an effective technique which can be easily applied in stroke clients.
THE INFLUENCE OF INNOVATION INFRASTRUCTURE ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN A MARKET ECONOMY: DEVELOPMENT AND PERSPECTIVES
Authors:   Nakhchivan State University, Allahverdiyev Samir
Published: April 2024

The article examines how innovation infrastructure influences the growth of entrepreneurship within the market economy. It is shown that the majority of entrepreneurial enterprises that adapted to the strict and complex conditions of the market economy were innovative enterprises that conducted marketing research and created internal functional groups or departments that prioritized logistic activity. It is noted that all these mechanisms of action cannot be enough to protect and maintain the competitiveness of enterprises for a long time under the circumstances of a market economy. It is shown that large industrial firms should give more preference to innovative activities in order to maintain their positions in the market for the long term, periodically increase their market share and shape their competitive strategic perspectives. It has been noted that for the successful execution of innovative projects in enterprises focused on innovation, it is essential to develop a robust innovation infrastructure. This infrastructure should ensure stable relationships and reliable system performance overall. At the same time, the article lists the main tasks of innovation infrastructures in large innovative entrepreneurial entities. At the end, necessary recommendations are given to eliminate the current deficiency.
ОСОБЛИВОСТІ ВИЗНАЧЕННЯ РІВНЯ ГОДІВЛІ РІЗНИХ ВИРОБНИЧИХ ГРУП ПЕРЕПЕЛІВ ЗА СПІВВІДНОШЕННЯМ СИРОГО ПРОТЕЇНУ І ЛІЗИНУ ДО ОБМІННОЇ ЕНЕРГІЇ
Authors: Різничук I. , Гарбар A.
Published: April 2024

Обмін речовин в організмі птахів залежить від рівня годівлі або ступеня забезпечення тварин енергією і поживними речовинами.

У птахівництві рівень годівлі визначають за співвідношенням сирого протеїну і лізину до обмінної енергії.

Метою дослідження було визначення рівня годівлі різних виробничих груп перепелів за співвідношенням сирого протеїну і лізину до обмінної енергії.

Встановлено, що співвідношення сирого протеїну до обмінної енергії у комбікормах для молодняку перепелів у віці 1-4 тижнів складає 22,3 г/МДж, для молодняку перепелів у віці 5-6 (7) тижнів – 14,8, для перепілок у віці 6 тижнів і старші – 17,2, для молодняку перепелів при вирощуванні на м'ясо у віці 1-3 тижнів – 22,3 і для молодняку перепелів при вирощуванні на м'ясо у віці 4-6 (7) тижнів – 15,8 г/МДж.

Співвідношення лізину до обмінної енергії у комбікормах для молодняку перепелів у віці 1-4 тижнів становить 1,11 г/МДж, для молодняку перепелів у віці 5-6 (7) тижнів – 0,74, для перепілок у віці 6 тижнів і старші – 0,86, для молодняку перепелів при вирощуванні на м'ясо у віці 1-3 тижнів – 1,11 і для молодняку перепелів при вирощуванні на м'ясо у віці 4-6 (7) тижнів – 0,82 г/МДж.
Abuse of Procedural Rights and Implementation of Discretionary Rights by Authorities in Pre-Trial Proceedings: Concept and Relationship
Authors:   Saint Petersburg University of the Ministry of the Interior of Russia, Chabukiani Oksana A.
Published: April 2024

In the course of pre-trial proceedings, government entities are authorised to carry out procedural actions and make decisions, most of which are determined as a result of an assessment of the sufficiency of the grounds and conditions for this, based on internal conviction. Sometimes the discretionary rights of such participants are difficult to assess from the point of view of the validity and sufficiency of the information (evidence) available in the audit materials or the criminal case. This leads to appeals against the actions and decisions of officials as having been carried out with abuse of procedural authority. But can this right be abused? To answer this question, it is necessary to clarify the essence of abuse of procedural rights and determine their relationship with discretionary ones. In the course of the study, by analysing the available approaches and practices of applying the norms of the Criminal Procedure Code, it is concluded that an intentional dishonest act under the guise of the exercise of one’s procedural rights by a government entity, excluding the subsequent proper exercise by other participants in criminal proceedings of their procedural rights or their procedural duties within a reasonable time, should entail procedural, disciplinary or criminal liability depending on the consequences and be regarded as abuse. Abuses of the right by the prosecutor and the person in charge of the criminal case to timely grant the status of a participant, to charge, to cancel procedural decisions, during investigative actions, and when choosing measures of criminal procedural coercion have been identified and considered in relation to discrete powers. Some ways to overcome such abuses are presented.
Determinants of Digital Insurance Adoption among Micro-Entrepreneurs in Uganda
Authors: Tomasi Mutya , M. Ilankadhir
Published: April 2024

The insurance industry is constantly evolving with the help of technological advancements across the globe. The purpose of this study was to explore the critical factors that influence the adoption of digital insurance among microentrepreneurs in Uganda. The study involved 209 participants. The study used a modified DOI theory as a framework and analyzed the data using structural equation modeling (IBM SPSS Amos 23.0). The results of the study indicated that knowledge of digital insurance, relative advantage, and perceived trust have a significant positive impact on digital insurance adoption among micro-entrepreneurs in Uganda. Conversely, the study found that perceived social influence had no significant impact. This study adds valuable insights to the literature on digital insurance and microentrepreneurs and aids policymakers and managers in understanding the influential factors for implementation.
Nova planta hospedeira e novos registros da interação entre Aethalion reticulatum (Linnaeus, 1767) (Hemiptera: Aethalionidae) com abelhas-sem-ferrão
Authors: Oliveira Glauco C. S.
Published: April 2024

Aethalion reticulatum (Linnaeus, 1767) (Hemiptera: Aethalionidae) is a species of phytophagous and polyphagous Hemiptera that has a wide geographic distribution. This species frequently associates in mutualistic interactions with ants and stingless bees. Thus, for the first time, the infestation of A. reticulatum in Cinnamomum verum J.Presl is reported and associations of this leafhopper with bees of the genus Trigona are recorded in Minas Gerais, Brazil.
GROUND ANCHORS DESIGN. DETERMINATION OF THE ULTIMATE LOAD-HOLDING (BEARING) CAPACITY INCLUDING AN END-BEARING COMPONENT.
Authors:   JSC Research Center of Construction, Kharichkin A.I. , Afanasev N.A. ,   JSC Research Center of Construction, Galimov I.M. ,   JSC Research Center of Construction
Published: April 2024

Currently, ground grouted anchor systems are widespread in geotechnical construction. One of the stages of anchor system designs is ultimate load-holding (bearing) capacity calculation. To date, a clear methodology for calculation the bearing capacity of a ground anchor is not presented by the current regulatory documents. On the other hand, the existing calculation methods for determining the bearing capacity of the anchor (which are presented in SP 381.1325800, VSN 506-88, TSN-50-302-2004 and others) do not take into account all geometric parameters and technological factors. Therefore, the results of determination bearing capacity are significantly lower than the actual ones. Also, the calculation of the bearing capacity is reduced to determination the lateral surface resistance of the anchor’s cylindrical body only. An end-bearing resistance component of the fixed anchor is not taken into account by calculation. This article raises the issue of reliable determination of the ground grouted anchor’s calculated bearing capacity, taking into account all geometric and technological factors, and also considers the stress-strain state of soil and the destruction mechanics.
STUDY OF DEFORMATIONS IN NODAL JOINTS OF POLYMER MESH SHELLS OF HYPERBOLOIDS OF ROTATION.
Authors:   Ryazan Institute (branch of the Federal State Educational Institution of Moscow Polytechnic University), Romanchenko D.A.
Published: April 2024

The article is devoted to the study of deformations and vertical displacements in the nodal joints of the mesh shells of hyperboloids of rotation, the study of the experience of operating objects in the form of hyperboloids of rotation (using the example of the V.G. Shukhov tower on Shabolovka in Moscow) made of polymer structures. As part of laboratory research, modeling of a mesh hyperboloid of rotation made of polymer materials was carried out, deformations of this type of structures under loads were studied. Laboratory studies were conducted in order to study physical loads on polymer elements, depending on the hyperboloid tier, the number of polymer elements of the mesh shell in the diameter of the tier, the study of material deformation, the construction of the hyperboloid as a whole. The data of the laboratory experiment give an idea of the physical features of structures in the form of a hyperboloid of rotation, an idea of possible load changes in the nodal joints of the tower tiers, in these types of structures made of polymer materials. The article presents the formed results of research on the study of deformations and changes in loads on nodal fasteners depending on the tier of the structure and the number of elements forming the tier. This article has scientific relevance, gives an idea of the change in load, deformation, resistance of structural elements and other processes.
Motivation in second language acquisition: A review
Authors: Netta Ayuna
Published: April 2024

One of the key characteristics that students should possess when learning a second language is motivation. This article elaborates on how important motivation is when learning a second language. Two types of motivation are integrative motivation and instrumental motivation. A desire to encourage students to learn a language for a more practical reason is instrumental motivation. As opposed to this, integrative motivation is the motivating factor behind learning a language brought about by learners' positive attitudes regarding the target language and their eagerness to integrate into the community of that language. Hence, teachers or educators should strongly motivate the students in studying their second language to reach the goals of learning.
The benefits of English-speaking group for speaking fluency: Acehnese EFL students� perceptions
Authors: Fhonna Rahmi
Published: April 2024

As speaking is essential to be mastered, various strategies are applied, one of them is through English-speaking group. The objective of this study is to explore more about the students point of view regarding the beneficial impact of English-speaking group for speaking fluency. Interview was selected as the data collection procedure in this study, in which five female students from Intermediate Language Skill class were participated in this study as the respondents. They were the second semester students at English Language Education Department of Universitas Islam Negeri (UIN) Ar-Raniry Banda Aceh. The results of this study revealed that the participants showed positive responses toward forming English-speaking group as it gave great effects on their speaking fluency. They stated that this speaking group provided supportive environment for speaking activity, increased their confidence, improved self-evaluation, and strengthened the relationship among the members of the group.
Psikotravmatoloji ve Dissosiyatif Bozukluklar
Authors: Özen Yener
Published: April 2024

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Conjugacy Classes in Finitely Generated Groups with Small Cancellation Properties
Authors: John Michael N. , Musa Alex , Otobong G. Udoaka
Published: April 2024

This research delves into the intricate structure of conjugacy classes within finitely generated groups possessing small cancellation properties. Focusing on groups derived from the free group on two generators (F_2) through small cancellation theory, the study explores the interplay between small cancellation conditions, conjugacy classes, and their implications for the group's geometry. Residually finite groups, quasi-isometry, and the impact of varying parameters in small cancellation conditions are key aspects considered. The investigation aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of how these factors contribute to the diversity of conjugacy classes and their significance within this class of groups.
Herramientas de Tecnología de Información y Comunicación (TIC ) Utilizadas en el Proceso de Enseñanza en la Carrera Contaduría Pública Nacional, 2024
Authors: Rojas Gamarra Rocío Ayelen , Ojeda Benítez Jorge Manuel
Published: April 2024

El trabajo de investigación tiene como objetivo principal analizar las experiencias de miembros de la comunidad educativa de la Facultad de Ciencias Contables, Administrativas y Económicas de la Universidad Nacional de Pilar en relación con la implementación de herramientas de Tecnologías de la Información y Comunicación (TIC) postpandemia. Se examinan las implicaciones en el sistema educativo y las estrategias utilizadas para abordar esta nueva modalidad educativa. La investigación aborda temas como la adaptación de los docentes y estudiantes a la enseñanza en línea, los desafíos de acceso a la tecnología, la importancia de la formación docente en el uso de TIC, y la comparación entre clases presenciales y virtuales. El trabajo utiliza un enfoque cualitativo y cuantitativo para recopilar y analizar datos de docentes y estudiantes de la carrera de Contaduría Pública Nacional. Se realiza un censo de la población de interés y se aplican encuestas. La población de estudio estuvo conformada por 105 estudiantes de la carrera de Contaduría Pública Nacional de la Universidad Nacional de Pilar. Los resultados obtenidos fueron que los estudiantes estaban conforme con la modalidad virtual, el método más utilizado fue el de chat en línea y se requiere continuar con la interacción con el tutor de manera fluida.
Relação Entre O Transtorno de Ansiedade Social (TAS) E O Autismo (TEA)
Authors: Agrela Fabiano de Abreu , Dos Santos Nascimento Flávio Henrique , Santo Wagner Roselene Espírito , Kamimura Hitty Ko , Gomes de Castro Lorrana , Soares Bacelete de Matos Giovanna Sousa , Schmitz Bulcão Vanessa
Published: April 2024

Esta revisão bibliográfica investiga a relação entre o Transtorno de Ansiedade Social (TAS) e o Transtorno do Espectro Autista (TEA) proporcionando uma compreensão simplificada e objetiva das diferenças comportamentais, neuroanatômicas e genéticas existentes entre o TAS e o TEA. Através de uma análise objetiva e simplificada em literaturas relevantes, busca-se elucidar as particularidades de cada transtorno contribuindo assim para uma maior compreensão de suas características distintivas.
ОСОБЕННОСТИ КОДОВОГО ПЕРЕКЛЮЧЕНИЯ У ПРЕДСТАВИТЕЛЕЙ ВЕНГЕРСКОЙ ДИАСПОРЫ В СЕРБИИ, ХОРВАТИИ И СЛОВЕНИИ
Authors: Пилипенко Глеб Петрович
Published: April 2024

В статье обсуждаются случаи переключения кода в речи венгерской диаспоры, проживающей в венгерско-южнославянских контактных регионах Сербии, Хорватии и Словении. Впервые рассмотрено одновременное переключение на три языка, в том числе на диалекты славянских языков. Анализируются структурные особенности перехода: внутри одного предложения и на границах между предложениями, также отмечаются случаи маркирования переключения с использованием метаязыковых комментариев, дублирования высказываний и цитированием фрагментов собственной речи или речи других собеседников. Количественные подсчеты, сделанные на основе полных расшифровок интервью, демонстрируют, что в речи представителей разных поколений процент невенгерских словоформ в ситуации переключения кода будет различаться – у представителей младшего поколения таких случаев фиксируется больше. Кроме того, на переключение кода влияет и тематика самой беседы. При этом у информантов не наблюдается языковой сдвиг, высказывания на венгерском и южнославянских языках четко разграничены. Перспективы исследования связаны с дальнейшим количественным анализом расшифрованных интервью, а также с выработкой специальных вопросников, которые помогут в полевых условиях выявлять различные типы переключения кода у носителей венгерского языка, проживающих за пределами Венгрии.
Case series: pediatric pineoblastoma (PNETs) – radiological, and clinicopathological studies
Authors:   Department of Radiation Oncology, Madras Medical College & Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, Sanjitha R , Giridharan R ,   Department of Radiation Oncology, Madras Medical College & Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, Vijayasree TN ,   Department of Radiation Oncology, Madras Medical College & Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, Jasmine J Janifer ,   Department of Research, General Hospital, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Published: April 2024

A rare type of brain tumor, pineoblastoma (PNET) is found in young adults and children. PNETs are rarest representing under 1% of all cerebrum cancers. The most common type of this type of tumor starts at the pineal glands, a small gland located at the base of the brain. Pineoblastomas make up approximately 50% of all pineal gland tumors. These tumors can be challenging to treat because of their location in the brain. The five-year endurance of patients of PNETs or pineoblastoma is around 50-60%. Infants and children who have had partial surgical removal and a poor response to radiation therapy have less favorable outcomes.
Platelet count and platelet indices in early life of infant with retinopathy of prematurity
Authors:   Department of Child Health, Faculty of Medicine, Airlangga University, “Dr. Soetomo” General Academic Hospital, Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia, Kristianto Wigit , Utomo Martono Tri ,   Department of Child Health, Faculty of Medicine, Airlangga University, “Dr. Soetomo” General Academic Hospital, Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia, Loebis Rozalina ,   Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Airlangga University, “Dr. Soetomo” General Academic Hospital, Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia
Published: April 2024

Background and objectives. Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is a complication of prematurity. Early detection of ROP is important because its management depends on prevention of severe ROP and its complications. Pro- and anti-angiogenic factors are involved in ROP pathogenesis. Platelet store and release these factors, but its role as predictor of ROP is still obscure. This study aimed to compare platelet count, mean platelet volume (MPV), platelet distribution width (PDW), and platelet mass index (PMI) value between two age groups in early life of infant diagnosed with ROP. Materials and methods. This study was retrospective study of medical record data of infants born at “dr. Soetomo” General Academic Hospital Surabaya during 2021-2023. The infants were divided into two groups, they who have complete blood count result (CBC) in 0-7 days old (group 1) and 8-28 days old (group 2). We evaluated platelet count, MPV, PDW, and PMI value from CBC data. These data were analyzed using suitable statistical test. Results. Total of 126 infants were involved in this study. It consisted of 62 infants in group 1 and 64 infants on group 2. Platelet count was significantly different between groups (230.460±102.040/μL vs 313.664±182.890/μL, p=0,002). Value of MPV, PDW, and PMI were also significantly higher in group 2 (p<0.001). Frequency of thrombocytosis (>500.000/μL), high MPV (>10.05 fL), and high PMI (3640 fL/nL) were also significantly higher in group 2 (p<0.05). Conclusions. Higher platelet count, MPV, PDW, and PMI value were observed in 8-28 days old infant with ROP. They also more likely to experienced thrombocytosis, high MPV, and high PMI value.
Sucralfate plus Metronidazole ointment is as effective as Diltiazem ointment for treatment of acute fissure in ano – an open label randomized clinical trial
Authors:   Department of General Surgery, All India Institute of Medical Sciences Raipur, India, Manu S , Ray Rubik ,   Department of General Surgery, All India Institute of Medical Sciences Raipur, India, Baruah Tridip Dutta ,   Department of General Surgery, All India Institute of Medical Sciences Raipur, India, Samal Subham ,   Department of General Surgery, All India Institute of Medical Sciences Raipur, India
Published: April 2024

Background and objectives. Fissure in ano is one of the most common colorectal diseases seen by surgeons in daily practice. Currently medical management is the first line therapy for treating acute fissure in ano. Apart from general measures, various drugs like nitrates and calcium channel blockers are also used for topical application. Recently topical application of sucralfate and metronidazole are being advocated for in the same way, although there isn't much evidence for their effectiveness. In this study we have compared the efficacy of sucralfate (7% and Metronidazole (1%) ointment to the most commonly used diltiazem (2%) ointment for healing in acute fissure in ano and control of pain. Materials and methods. The present study was a randomized clinical trial with total 96 patients, 47 in the Sucralfate + Metronidazole group and 49 in the Diltiazem group. Both drugs were prescribed for 4 weeks in addition to general measures like sitz bath, laxatives and oral fluids. Patients were followed up at 2 and 4 weeks. Control of symptoms like pain, bleeding and healing of ulcers in both groups were assessed. Frequency or graphs were used for qualitative variables and Mean+/-SD for quantitative variables. Chi-square and t-test was applied for comparison of the two groups, and p-value <0.05 was taken for statistical significance. Results. Most patients were male and belonged to age group 30-50 years. Most patients in both groups improved on conservative treatment. The difference observed in key outcome parameters like control of pain, bleeding and healing of fissure in both groups weren’t found to be statistically significant. Sucralfate and Metronidazole didn’t have any incidence of adverse effects and was cheaper in price compared to diltiazem ointment. Conclusions. Sucralfate and Metronidazole was as effective as diltiazem in treating of acute fissure in ano and can be recommended if allergy and adverse reactions to diltiazem are encountered.
Combating Multidrug Resistance: The Potential of Antimicrobial Peptides and Biofilm Challenges
Authors: A. Azmy Heba , R. Sofy Ahmed , A. Aboseidah Akram , El-Morsi El-Shahat , A. Hmed Ahmed , A. Elmorshedy Hodna
Published: April 2024

The escalating crisis of antibiotic resistance represents a formidable challenge to global public health, necessitating urgent and innovative solutions. This review delves into the multifaceted nature of antibiotic resistance, emphasizing the pivotal role of biofilms and the genetic mechanisms underpinning resistance in both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. A significant focus is placed on Staphylococcus aureus, particularly methicillin-resistant S. aureus (MRSA), and its mechanisms of resistance, including the SCCmec element and the agr quorum sensing system. The review also explores the alarming rise of resistance in Gram-negative pathogens, such as E. coli and K. pneumoniae, highlighting the perilous spread of extended-spectrum β- lactamases (ESBLs) and carbapenemases. Amidst this dire landscape, antimicrobial peptides (AMPs), particularly melittin from bee venom (BV), emerge as promising agents capable of breaching microbial defenses, including those of dormant cells within biofilms, thus offering a potential strategy to circumvent traditional resistance mechanisms. The review underscores the necessity of understanding bacterial survival strategies, such as biofilm formation and genetic adaptation, to develop effective countermeasures against antibiotic-resistant infections.
Analysis of Treatment of Fixed Assets Based on Government Accounting Standard Statement No.07 at the Likupang Timur District Office North Minahasa District
Authors: MOKOGINTA Lidya Teresa , WARONGAN Jessy D.L , PUSUNG Rudy
Published: April 2024

Accounting treatment related to fixed assets includes determining the acquisition price or value of fixed assets, depreciation of fixed assets, and write-offs. The main objective of acquiring fixed assets is to improve community welfare through improving government services. This research aims to determine whether the accounting treatment for fixed assets at the East Likupang District Office is according to the Government Accounting Standards Statement Number 07 concerning Fixed Asset Accounting Based on Government Regulation of the Republic of Indonesia Number 71 of 2010 concerning Government Accounting Standards. This analysis method is descriptive qualitative. The research results show that the East Likupang District Office still needs to fully implement the Government Accounting Standards Statement No. 07 Government Regulation Number 71 of 2010. The information on depreciation of fixed assets still needs to be completed in CALK because the accumulated depreciation is the only value. There is no disclosure of information regarding depreciation, so it is yet to be available by PSAP No. 07.
Impact of an expanded reimbursement policy on utilization of implantable loop recorders in patients with cryptogenic stroke in Korea
Authors: Gwag Hye Bin , Ko Nak Gyeong , Jin Mihyeon
Published: April 2024

Background/Aims: The reimbursement policy for cryptogenic stroke (CS) was expanded in November 2018 from recurrent strokes to the first stroke episode. No reports have demonstrated whether this policy change has affected trends in implantable loop recorder (ILR) utilization.Methods: We identified patients who received an ILR implant using the Korea Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service database between July 2016 and October 2021. Patients meeting all the following criteria were considered to have CS indication: 1) prior stroke history, 2) no previous history of atrial fibrillation or flutter (AF/AFL), and 3) no maintenance of oral anticoagulant for ≥4 weeks within a year before ILR implant. AF/AFL diagnosed within 3 years after ILR implant or before ILR removal was considered ILR-driven.Results: Among 3,056 patients, 1,001 (32.8%) had CS indications. The total ILR implant number gradually increased for both CS and non-CS indications and the number of CS indication significantly increased after implementing the expanded reimbursement policy. The detection rate for AF/AFL was 26.3% in CS patients over 3 years, which was significantly higher in patients implanted with an ILR within 2 months after stroke than those implanted later.Conclusions: The expanded coverage policy for CS had a significant impact on the number of ILR implantation for CS indication. The diagnostic yield of ILR for AF/AFL detection seems better when ILR is implanted within 2 months than later. Further investigation is needed to demonstrate other clinical benefits and the optimal ILR implantation timing.
An application of heuristic optimization algorithm for demand response in smart grids with renewable energy
Authors: Jalalah Mohammed , Hua Lyu-Guang , Hafeez Ghulam , Ullah Safeer , Alghamdi Hisham , Belhaj Salem
Published: April 2024

This work presented power usage scheduling by engaging consumers in demand response program (DRP) with and without using renewable energy generation (REG). This power usage scheduling problem was modeled as an optimization problem, which was solved using an energy scheduler (ES) based on the crossover mutated enhanced wind-driven optimization (CMEWDO) algorithm. The CMEWDO was an enhanced wind-driven optimization (WDO) algorithm, where the optimal solution returned from WDO was fed to crossover and mutation operations to further achieve the global optimal solution. The developed CMEWDO algorithm was verified by comparing it with other algorithms like the whale optimization algorithm (WOA), enhanced differential evolution algorithm (EDE), and the WDO algorithm in aspects of the electricity bill and peak to average demand ratio (PADR) minimization without compromising consumers' comfort. Also, the developed CMEWDO algorithm has a lower computational time (measured in seconds) and a faster convergence rate (measured in number of iterations) than the standard WDO algorithm and other comparative algorithms.
Réhistoriciser la vocation artistique : des ambivalences d’un mythe aux limites d’un concept
Authors: Barranger-Favreau Maud
Published: April 2024

Pour des raisons historiques et sociales, l’activité artistique est reconnue comme vocationnelle. Cet héritage moderne semble toutefois remis en question par le monde actuel de l’art, y compris dans une perspective critique. À l’aune de ces transformations, il s’agit d’interroger la pertinence du concept de vocation en tant que grille d’analyse et, partant, de proposer des pistes de réflexions dans le souci de mettre à jour les outils et les méthodes de la sociologie de l’art.
The glass finds from the Vetricella site (9th-12th c.)Introduction
Authors: Gratuze Bernard , Castelli Letizia Maria , Bianchi Giovanna
Published: April 2024

We examine here the glass finds from the Vetricella site. This site, investigated during the ERC-Avanced nEU-Med project (www.neu-med.unisi.it ) is interpreted as the centre of the royal curtis of Valli attested in documentary sources from 937. During the excavation, a large number of glass objects dated from the 4th to the 12th centuries were unearthed. The compositions of the early mediaeval Vetricella glass vessels (beakers, goblets, bottles, ampoules/vials), are studied and compared with those of similar finds from various other European sites. With the exception of one glass bottle, made with Syro-palestinian plant ash soda glass, all the other studied glasses belong to Antique or Late-Antique natron glass groups (Mn- and Sb-decolorized, Foy 2 and HIMT). All these objects illustrate the recycling practices of Antique and Late Antique glass in Europe as they are described by Theophilus for the 11th and 12th centuries.
L’allume medievale: uso e commercio nei Paesi Bassi borgognoni
Authors: Cannelloni Federico
Published: April 2024

In epoca tardomedievale una delle materie prime più commerciate in Europa e nel vicino Oriente era l’allume. Nel 1461, la scoperta di nuovi siti estrattivi a Tolfa, nei territori papali, segnò un punto di svolta fondamentale: il Papa tentò infatti di imporre a tutti gli Stati cristiani l’acquisto esclusivo del proprio allume. Tra il 1471 ed il 1473 nei Paesi Bassi borgognoni si arrivò all’instaurazione di un monopolio commerciale, per quanto imperfetto. Sulla base di alcuni registri conservati nell’Archivio di Stato di Bruxelles, l’articolo si propone di valutare l’impatto che tale misura e la successiva liberalizzazione (voluta da Carlo il Temerario nel giugno 1473) ebbero sul mercato del bene, con particolare riguardo per la provenienza sia dell’allume sia dei mercanti. Si noterà poi come un ristretto gruppo di individui di elevata estrazione sociale, già coinvolti precedentemente negli scambi e legati tra loro anche da vincoli familiari, riuscì ad garantirsi una consistente fetta del mercato dell’allume dopo la fine del monopolio.
Tolérer et Punir. La séparation du péché et du crime est-elle une manifestation de la tolérance ecclésiastique ?
Authors: Solminihac Arnaud de
Published: April 2024

Le discours des canonistes sur les sanctions illustre une forme sous-estimée d’acceptation de l’altérité au nom de la charité. Il y a bien une tolérance ecclésiastique qui conduit le magistère à limiter le champ de la normativité pénale pour des raisons théologiques et pastorales. Le travail de distinction du péché et du crime, bien connu des canonistes, est justifié moins par un recours à des décrétales ou des décisions des conciles que par un retour aux discours des Pères de l’Église. La définition du droit canonique moderne de la notion de crime prend directement racine dans un texte d’Augustin. Issue de la querelle donatiste, il est question, selon cette approche, de tolérer l’ivraie.
Fuzzy SVM With Mahalanobis Distance for Situational Awareness-Based Recognition of Public Health Emergencies
Authors: Li Dan , Qu Zheng , Lyu Chen , Zhang Luping , Zuo Wenjin
Published: April 2024

In public health emergencies, situational awareness is crucial for swift responses by governments and rescue organizations. In this manuscript, a novel framework is proposed to identify and classify event-specific information, aiming to comprehend concepts, characteristics, and classifications associated with situational awareness in social media emergencies. First, a statistical approach is employed to extract a set of standard features. Second, a category-based latent dirichlet allocation to vector (LDA2vec) model is leveraged to extract topic-based features to enhance accuracy, particularly for unbalanced datasets. Finally, a fuzzy support vector machine (FSVM) classifier utilizing the Mahalanobis distance kernel is introduced to improve the detection accuracy of event-specific information. The framework's effectiveness is evaluated using the social media public health dataset, achieving superior filtering capabilities for non-informative data with a precision of 89% and an F1-Score of 91%, surpassing other standard methods.
A Detailed Analysis of External Ballistics and a Study of Factors Affecting the Projectile Range
Authors: Nasirov Nijat
Published: April 2024

Ballistics is the science and dynamics of a moving projectile. This field helps to understand the accuracy of different projectiles, from bullets to rockets. Ballistics is based on physics, particularly Newtonian mechanics, and plays an important role in the defense industry, as well as space exploration, sports, and many other areas of life. The study of ballistics is broadly divided into four distinct segments: internal, transitional, external, and terminal ballistics. Each segment provides insight into a particular stage in the projectile's life.External ballistics plays an important role in the study of the movement process of the bullet during its movement, in understanding and optimizing the principle of operation of firearms, artillery and other ballistic systems. Understanding external ballistics is critical in firearms, artillery, archery, and even sports such as golf and baseball. In this article, we will delve into the ins and outs of external ballistics and explore the various factors that affect projectile range.
DFT + U +V Investigation on Adsorption of Gas Molecules (CO, SO2, NO, and NO2) on Ni Doped Bismuth Ferrite Oxide (010)
Authors: Sambare Amogh , Pawar Ramkisan , Shirsat Mahendra
Published: April 2024

The structural and electrical adsorption performance of carbon monoxide (CO), nitrous oxide (NO), nitrous dioxide (NO2), and sulphur dioxide (SO2) are explored using density functional theory calculations on Ni-doped atoms in the crystal structure of bismuth ferrite oxide (BFO). DFT+U+V offers a more complete description than either DFT or DFT+U alone. Good agreement with the experiments is obtained for both the band gap and the crystal field splitting. Ni-doped BFO (010) has adsorption energies of -0.35443 Ry for CO, -0.056076 Ry for NO, -5.64867 Ry for NO2, and -55.5483 Ry for SO2. Also, it was found that the energy of the band gap in pure BFO (010) can be lowered by adding Ni atoms. Further evidence from the DOS plot that Ni-doped BFO (010) may be considered as an emerging doped perovskite in high temperature gas sensing system for SO2 detection.
Correct Installatıon of Measurıng Instruments and Determınatıon of Errors by Checkıng the Equıpment
Authors: Mustafaoghlu Orkhan
Published: April 2024

As with any measuring device, it is important to install and operate water meters that are calibrated within an acceptable international standard (ISO) and regulatory acceptable relative error, in accordance with the requirements of the international standard. The article deals with the issue of correct installation of measuring devices during operation and checking on high-precision equipment. Production In order to increase the technical level and meet people's needs, there is a need to use the latest modern measuring tools of equipment and technology in the economy and production. For this reason, it is important to provide citizens with new measuring devices and provide them with regular technical service in our country. It is necessary to create modern equipment and laboratories for checking measuring instruments. As the devices are used, their life ends after a certain period of time, and they need to be checked. A malfunctioning device leads to incorrect information, incorrect calculations and losses, depending on where it is used for its intended purpose. By checking the measuring devices in modern laboratories with high accuracy, removing the defect and re-using it after calibration, we get correct calculations, correct information exchange, and elimination of losses. For example, the correct installation of water measuring devices was also checked on the error determination stand, and the results of their errors at different values ​​were automatically displayed in the error curve table.
Tensile and Flexural Performance of Hybrid FDM and Compression Moulded PLA/Basalt Biocomposite
Authors: Faizaan Mirza , Shenoy Satish , Kini Chandrakant R.
Published: April 2024

Emerging trends in extrusion-based additive manufacturing (AM) focus on improving the mechanical performance of pristine polymers with high strength reinforcing materials. Prominent reviews have indicated a heavy dependence on PLA polymer for fused deposition Modeling (FDM) based studies. To promote biodegradability, the effect of natural fibres as reinforcement has been widely researched in the literature. However, it is noted that discontinuous natural fibre reinforcement yields negative or negligible improvement in the strength and modulus of FDM-based biocomposites. Hence, an attempt to hybridise FDM with a conventional composite manufacturing method was made in this study by cladding natural fibre reinforcement over FDM-based polymer. Tensile and flexural test coupons were additively manufactured by FDM and reinforced with a skin of bi-directional woven basalt fibre through compression moulding. A 90% improvement in tensile strength and a similar significant increase in flexural strength was observed. Further, an average increment of 46.38% and 237.24% in tensile and flexural modulus, respectively, was achieved through this manufacturing technique. In conclusion, a drastic improvement in mechanical performance can be obtained through the hybridisation of manufacturing methods and needs further investigation towards the compatibility of adhesive materials with FDM polymers.
Experimental and Numerical Investigation on Effect of Cut-Outs on Modal Parameters of FRP Composite Plates
Authors: Shashank N. , Shashank P. , Shraddha A. , Ranjan M. , Sharma Ramesh S.
Published: April 2024

Modal analysis of a quasi-isotropic Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP) composite plates having different cut-outs is numerically investigated under free-clamped boundary conditions using ANSYS 2023 R1. First six natural frequencies & corresponding mode shapes are extracted from the simulation. To verify the numerical results, experimental modal analysis is carried out on a sample specimen made of epoxy/glass composite with traditional ‘strike method ‘to determine the frequency response functions and to measure the natural frequencies. Investigation was continued to understand the effect of fiber orientation and systematically altered length to breadth ratio (size ratio - a/b) on the natural frequencies and the respective mode shapes. Obtained results exhibited that the correctly chosen fiber orientation contributes to improved dynamic performance, which delivers greater flexibility in designing structures to meet the application requirements. Furthermore, optimization of cut-outs was performed to demonstrate that variation in cut-outs is a key parameter and can be used to attain essential vibration mode shapes and definite frequencies. It was found from the investigation that circular cut-out acts a vital role for attaining desired free modal characteristics.
Comparative Analysis of Local Materials Effects on Two Buildings Thermal Behaviours in Sahelian Climate
Authors: Modjinguem Felicité Ronelngar , Soultan Malloum , Jay Jacques , Querry Michel
Published: April 2024

The present work focuses on the effect of local materials on the energy performance and thermal comfort of residential and tertiary buildings in the Sahelian climate. Within the framework of the CABET project (Construction Alternative à Basse Energie au Tchad), two buildings were built, one in compacted and additivated raw earth bricks, the other in concrete blocks. These two buildings of same dimensions without floor and single-room were instrumented with temperature and relative humidity sensors since 2019. A weather station is used to monitor outdoor condition. By comparing the experimental data, differences in thermal comfort can be estimated. A heat balance was calculated in the two air volumes inside each building: the room and the space between the ceiling and the roof. An improvement in thermal comfort was experienced by the users after the installation of plant mats on the roof of the concrete block building.
Application of NDVI Index and Supervised Decoration Methods on Sentinel-2A and Landsat 5 TM Satellite Images in ArcGIS Software
Authors: Valehov Nasimi , Valehova Fidan
Published: April 2024

Monitoring of Land Use and Land Cover changes is very important in the planning and management programs required for development activities at the regional levels of any country. The main goal of this study is to observe the dynamics of the vegetation cover of Siyazan region for 7 years from 2010 to 2017 using Remote Sensing and Geographic Information System. Sentinel-2A MSI (Multi Spectral Imager), Landsat-5 TM (Thematic Mapper) satellite images are used to create vegetation maps. Vegetation change in the study area is calculated by the Normalized Vegetation Cover Index (NDVI), and the results show that the vegetation cover increased from 0.8% in 2010 to 22.5% in 2017. Supervised classification is performed using the Maximum Likelihood Classification (supervised classification). The 5 main classes considered for classification are: Watersheds, cropland/vegetation, gray land, settlements and productive land. The ArcGIS software package is used to carry out the proposed study and the accuracy assessment is carried out by taking the base values for appropriate classification through the Google Earth Pro software. The results show that the overall accuracy of the proposed system is 78.12%.
Thermoelectric Properties of Spray Coated n-Type PEDOT:PSS Film
Authors: Ugwuoke Cyril O. , El-Moneim Ahmed Abd , Ghali Mohsen
Published: April 2024

Inorganic thermoelectric (TE) materials have gained significant attention because of their salient properties. However, they possess some significant drawbacks, including high production costs, high heat loss, and fragility. Recently, Organic conducting polymers presented a promising platform as an alternative TE material because of their great mechanical flexibility, high stretchability, and environmental friendliness. In this work, we report for the first time on the TE properties of n-PEDOT:PSS film prepared using spray coating technique. The structural, optical and TE properties of the obtained n-PEDOT:PSS thin film was investigated using X-ray diffraction spectroscopy, UV-vis spectroscopy and Seebeck coefficient measurement systems, respectively. The n-PEDOT:PSS layer showed excellent optical properties with a band gap ranges from 3.91 to 3.78. In addition, the Seebeck coefficient and power factor (PF) were obtained to be 1096.77 µVK-1 and 298.59 µWm-1K-2 respectively, making n-PEDOT:P PSS to be regarded as efficient TE material.
Optimization of Titanium Alloy-Ti-6Al-4V to Minimize Mass, Maximize Stiffness and Frequency in Additive Manufacturing
Authors: Efa Dame Alemayehu , Gutema Endalkachew Mosisa , Lemu Hirpa G. , Gopal Mahesh
Published: April 2024

Manufacture of intricate components, products without the need for tooling, shorter lead times and material grading are the most beneficial applications of Additive Manufacturing (AM). The goal of this study is to develop a design optimization framework for developing an aircraft component using additive manufacturing utilizing topology and lattice optimization techniques. Solid works were used to create a 3D model of an aircraft bracket made of Titanium alloy. To minimize mass and maximize frequency and stiffness, the optimization was performed using Altair Inspire 2022.1 software. Component optimization was performed using the finite element method, which entails reducing material while maintaining the proper function of the modelled component. The optimal performance of the designed aerospace component using topology with lattice infill is achieved with minimization of mass from 2.24810 kg to 0.16235 kg and the volume from 5.07579x105 mm3 to 4.70922x102 mm3, frequency is increased from 0.02 kHz to 13.9537 kHz, stiffness is maximized from 1,485,884.1 N/m to 4,558,924.0939 N/m with a factor of safety of 1.73. Therefore, the mechanical properties of the optimized model can full fill its overall performance.