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Zur Situation der Gesprächspsychotherapie (GPT) in Forschung und Lehre in Deutschland
Authors: Schwab Reinhold , Eckert Jochen , Höger Diether
Published: February 2024

Informiert wird über die gegenwärtige Rolle der Klientenzentrierten Psychotherapie in Forschung und Lehre an den deutschen mit Psychologie befassten Universitätsinstituten und -kliniken. Dabei werden neuere Forschungsaktivitäten und -ergebnisse berücksichtigt, ferner wird die Präsenz der GPT in der universitären Lehre und den Lehrbüchern dargestellt. Im Ergebnis zeigt sich: Die derzeitigen Forschungsaktivitäten sind insgesamt als nicht ausreichend zu bezeichnen. Wenn geforscht wird, ist ein Trend zu störungsspezifischer Forschung zu verzeichnen, bei der auch die Wirksamkeit manualgestützter Therapien untersucht wird. In den Lehrinhalten der Universitätsinstitute und den bekannten Lehrbüchern der Klinischen Psychologie ist die GPT vertreten, jedoch im Vergleich zu den beiden anderen großen psychotherapeutischen Paradigmen oft weniger gewichtig. Sorgfältig kontrollierte Forschung zu Prozessen und Effekten der GPT halten wir weiterhin für dringend geboten, zumal anzunehmen ist, dass die vorliegenden älteren Studien nicht mehr vollständig das abbilden, was heutige GPT in der Praxis bedeutet.
50 Jahre empirische Psychotherapieforschung: Rückblicke – Einblicke – Ausblicke
Authors: Kriz Jürgen
Published: February 2024

Im ersten Teil, Rückblicke, wird Carl Rogers Beitrag zur Psychotherapieforschung unter inhaltlichen und methodologischen Gesichtspunkten gewürdigt. Es wird deutlich, dass viele der heutigen APA-Kriterien für Psychotherapieforschung erstmalig von Rogers entwickelt wurden.
Im zweiten Teil, Einblicke, werden die starken Einflüsse ideologie-gefärbter, stillschweigender Annahmen diskutiert, welche den heutigen Debatten über Psychotherapieforschung unterschwellig zugrunde liegen. Die Bedeutsamkeit der Aspekte „Rechtfertigungsforschung“, „Prozessforschung“ und „Grundlagenforschung“ werden gegeneinander abgewogen. Ferner wird die übliche Unterscheidung in qualitative und quantitative Ansätze kritisch hinterfragt.
In dritten Teil, Ausblicke, wird ein Plädoyer dafür gehalten, endlich die klassisch-mechanistischen Modelle und Metaphern zu überwinden, die selbst unsere Humanistischen Ansätzen immer noch durchziehen. Die Einführung lebensadäquatere Modelle, wie sie z. B. die moderne Systemforschung anbietet, würde nicht nur den Anliegen Humanistischer Psychologie mehr Rechnung tragen, sondern der Psychotherapie-Debatte zudemden Anschluss an die interdisziplinären Diskurse ermöglichen.
Gesprächspsychotherapie-Forschung in der Psychiatrie in Deutschland
Authors: Teusch Ludwig , Finke Jobst
Published: February 2024

Der personzentrierte Ansatz hat sich sowohl als therapeutisches Basiskonzept als auch als spezifisches psychotherapeutisches Verfahren bei der psychiatrischen Behandlung bewährt. Diese Erfahrung war die Basis für eine Reihe wissenschaftlicher Untersuchungen, in denen die gute Wirksamkeit belegt werden konnte, insbesondere bei Angststörungen, depressiven Störungen und Persönlichkeitsstörungen. Vorangegangen war die Entwicklung störungsbezogener Konzepte bis hin zu Therapiemanualen. Wenn eine Stagnation in der Forschung vermieden werden soll, müssen junge Gesprächspsychotherapeuten mit wissenschaftlichem Interesse gefördert werden.
Analisis Kepadatan Lapangan Menggunakan Metoda Sand Cone Di Jalan Perumahan Ekajaya Permata 1 Sicincin Kota Payakumbuh
Authors: Asnur Hanifah , Sari Ridha , Yunita Rini , Desman Sutria
Published: February 2024

Every housing complex must have adequate road access because roads are a means of public transportation used by the community to support daily activities. Road infrastructure makes transportation easier and allows people to carry out activities. The road foundation layer will experience a decrease in the soil's bearing capacity as traffic flow increases, because the road structure distributes the load to all layers beneath it and supports the weight of vehicles passing on it. In circumstances like this, road construction must be of the utmost importance, and data about the existing soil on the site must be tested first. In this research, the author took a residential road that had just been built and still had a layer of compacted pavement. By making this road, people can more easily access transportation and feel comfortable when using it. Field density analysis was carried out on Jalan Perumahan Ekajaya Permata 1 Sicincin, Payakumbuh City. The sand cone method or sand cone test is used to calculate the degree of soil density. Various measurements are calculated, including sand bulk density, soil bulk density, water content, dry soil bulk density, and degree of field density. Tests were carried out at ten points at a distance of 25 meters each. The average soil water content is 7.73%. According to SNI 03-2008-1992, the recommended value of soil density is 95%. The test results show that the average degree of density in the field is 72.51%. Because the soil density in the field does not yet meet the soil density requirements of 95%, it is necessary to increase the compaction further until it meets the specified density requirements.
Peran igf-1 dan let-7 dalam morfogenesis gigi ditinjau dari sel punca mesenkimal pulpa gigi
Authors: Endriyana Jessica , Aryani Hayuningtyas Ria
Published: February 2024

Tooth development is a complex process involving the interaction between dental epithelium and mesenchymal tissues. IGF-1 plays a crucial role in regulating cell proliferation, differentiation, apoptosis, and migration. Its significance is particularly notable during the proliferation and differentiation stages of root development, as well as in the stem cells derived from the apical papilla responsible for root pulp and dentin formation. IGF-1 exhibits osteoconductive potential in bone healing by modulating osteoclasts in bone resorption and osteoblasts in bone formation. Stem cells from dental pulp or apical papilla represent a mesenchymal stem cell or progenitor population that forms calcium nodules in osteo/odontogenic media. This study aims to elucidate the roles of IGF-1 and Let-7 in tooth morphogenesis, utilizing the PRISMA guidelines for data collection. A total of 12 literature sources were identified, with 3 articles published in the last 5 years. Only 5 articles were selected for inclusion in this study. Further exploration of IGF-1/IGF-1R/hsa-let-7c modulation in odonto/osteogenic differentiation holds promise for future tooth regeneration. IGF-1 enhances the size of tooth bud cultures, suggesting potential applications in genetic engineering for tooth morphogenesis. IGF-1 plays a crucial role in odontogenic proliferation and differentiation.
Kinematic Characteristics Analysis and Assembly Application of the Rectangular Pyramid Deployable Mechanism
Authors: Han Bo , Yuan Zhantu , Hu Xiaoyu , Zhang Jiachuan , Xu Yundou , Yao Jiantao
Published: February 2024

Deployable mechanisms have the characteristics of complex loops and strong coupling. As a result, the solution to the degrees of freedom (DOFs) and kinematic characteristics of the basic mechanism unit are often complicated, and the solution for combined mechanisms is rarely reported in the relevant literature. In this paper, the kinematic characteristics of the rectangular pyramid deployable mechanism (RPDM) are analyzed, and the DOFs of the RPDM are calculated based on the screw theory. In addition, the DOF number and properties of its moving components are analyzed. Based on the condition that the nonhomogeneous linear equations have a unique solution, the singularity analysis of the mechanism is complete, which indicates that the mechanism can be continuously deployed and folded. Based on the geometric characteristics of the mechanism, its folded ratio is calculated. Finally, a ring, a planar, and a parabolic truss deployable antenna mechanism are assembled based on the RPDM, and the DOF variation for the different assembly modes is obtained via the screw constraint matrix. This study provides a good reference for the design and analysis of such multi-closed-loop deployable mechanisms, and the large-scale space-deployable mechanisms constructed in this paper have good application prospects in the aerospace field.
Novel exploration of hub heights on economics and Weibull distribution methods for wind power potential in Indian sites
Authors: Kumar Pradeep , Yadav Amit Kumar
Published: February 2024

Wind energy is a clean and practical way to create electricity. It necessitates the assessment of Wind Power Potential (WPP) and its economic analysis at different heights. In this context, this study examines WPP assessment for 62 different locations of 12 states in India from 10 m to 150 m height using six methods. The effectiveness of each method was performed through the computation of Relative Power Density Error (RPDE). The results suggested that the best method to estimate the WPP is the Novel Energy Pattern Factor Method (NEPFM) followed by the Empirical Method of Mabchour (EMM), the Empirical Method of Justus (EMJ), and the Empirical Method of Lysen (EML). A technical assessment is also made using six different wind turbine Models, through the computation of their respective capacity factors, annual power, and energy outputs. Furthermore the economic feasibility of these wind turbines gave Cost of Energy (COE) variation from 0.28 to 15.31 $/kWh at 10 m hub height of wind turbine and 150 m hub height of wind turbine COE varies from 0.10 to 3.53 $/kWh. This study is useful for industry.
Study on the impact of uncertain design parameters on the performances of a permanent magnet-assisted synchronous reluctance motor
Authors: Reyes Adán Reyes , Nasr André , Sinoquet Delphine , Hlioui Sami
Published: February 2024

In this paper, deterministic and robust design optimizations of a permanent magnet-assisted synchronous reluctance motor were performed to study the impact of different uncertain input parameters on the design. These optimizations were carried out using a surrogate model based on 2-D finite element simulations. Different robust optimizations considering geometric and magnetic uncertain parameters were compared to the deterministic optimization. It was noticed that both geometrical and magnetic properties tolerances greatly impact the machines’ mean torque and torque ripple, whereas the magnetic properties tolerances had a more significant impact on the mean torque. In such a case, robust optimization is essential to find optimal and robust electric motor designs.
Investigation of Schottky bypass diodes from a faulty PV plant
Authors: Mühleisen Wolfgang , Brückner Martin , Neumaier Lukas
Published: February 2024

Bypass diodes in photovoltaic modules are designed to prevent the solar cells and cell strings in the module from overheating if a module is operated incorrectly. Possible consequences of bypass diode failures are for example power loss, glass breakage or hot spot burns in PV modules. To avoid such situations, the key-role-playing bypass diode must be in good condition and the knowledge of the condition status is of high interest. For this reason, 36 Schottky diodes were randomly selected from the junction boxes of taken-back PV modules and examined using a variety of characterisation methods. These included electrical characterisation and imaging techniques. The investigation identified all three possible bypass diode states: (i) bypass diode functional and conducting in one direction and blocking in the other direction, (ii) bypass diode defective and conducting in both directions and (iii) bypass diode defective and no longer conducting in any direction. Defective bypass diodes that changed from failure state (ii) to failure state (iii) were found in different aged conditions. Conversely, only an abrupt transition was found for the state (i) to failure state (ii). The main objective of having a fast and suitable method for characterising Schottky bypass diodes in PV systems in the field, which is also in simple agreement with results from laboratory measurement technology, was found with the electrician’s multimeter.
Numerical simulation of the passive tracer advection in the White Sea
Authors:   Institute of Applied Mathematical Research of Karelian Research Center of RAS, Chernov I. A. , Tolstikov A. V. ,   Northern water problems institute of Karelian Research Center of RAS
Published: February 2024

It is hardly possible to make experiments on transport of potentially dangerous tracers in a sea. Therefore numerical simulation is successfully used to assess the risks and consequences of various events like oil spills, flux of toxicants with river runoff after industrial accidents or phytoplankton in case of harmful algae bloom. As the White Sea is a transport hub and a strategically important location for extraction of natural resources, so it is important to know the most likely scenarios of pollutants behavior. The JASMINE numerical model, based on the FEMAO (Finite-Element Model of the Arctic Ocean) simulates evolution of sea state, including three-dimensional currents, temperature and salinity, and sea ice, and is able to calculate tracer advection, so giving answers to a number of questions related to how pollution evolves in the White Sea. We describe numerical experiments to study advection of floating tracers in the White Sea when the initial distribution is delta-like and located in the mouths of main rivers. Also, we calculate the time of almost complete removal of an initially homogeneous concentration of a passive tracer. Spatial resolution is 3 km, vertical grid is 5 m down to the depth level of 150 m (10 m for depths more than 150 m). The time step is 360 s. NOAA/NCEP atmospheric reanalysis is used for atmospheric forcing. Five main rivers are taken into account with the monthly-mean runoff taken from the multi-year observation data. We have estimated the time needed to remove most of the matter from the sea; it depends on morphometric characteristics of the bays and is the highest for the Onezhskiy bay. Matter exchange between the bays is low, only Dvinskiy-Onezhskiy-Mezenskiy transport is present, as we would expect from the geostrophic current pattern.
Macrophyte thicket ecosystems in the Neva Bay: a response to hydraulic construction impact
Authors:   ‘‘Eco-Express-Service’’ LLC, Zhigulsky V. A. , Shuisky V. F. ,   ‘‘Eco-Express-Service’’ LLC, Chebykina E. Yu. ,   ‘‘Eco-Express-Service’’ LLC, Zhigulskaya D. V. ,   ECOPLUS LLC
Published: February 2024

The first stage results (2016–2020) of the scientific research programme of macrophyte thickets ecosystems (socalled “reed beds”) in the Neva Bay of the Gulf of Finland have been summed up. The programme is carried out by the environmental design company “Eco-Express-Service” LLC (initiator, coordinator, sponsor and main executor) with the participation of a group of St. Petersburg biologists. Observations are carried out at 16 model parcels of thickets (the area of each plot is about 1 km2 ). Maps of phytocenoses, fish spawning places, migratory stopovers for aquatic and semiaquatic birds, as well as summary maps of the resulting ecological value were compiled. According to main indicators, the macrophyte thickets ecosystems that have appeared before and during Saint Petersburg Flood Prevention Facility complex construction (1979–2011) turned out to be the most environmentally valuable. The last ones have some advantages, since they are still less dense, more mosaic, and therefore available for fish and birds settlement not only along the periphery of plant massifs, but also inside them. Younger thickets that have appeared in new biotopes in the past decade are much less actively used by the biota, but they represent a valuable reserve for future macrophyte thickets ecosystems. The sensitivity of macrophyte thickets to hydraulic works and their consequences increases with the age of thickets: the youngest ecosystems formed under the conditions of technogenic impact are the most resistant. On the whole, it should be noted that macrophyte thickets are highly resistant to hydraulic works, except their direct mechanical destroying. The projective cover degree of biotopes by vegetation depend much less on the ongoing hydraulic works, than on the general trend of its technogenic succession.
The ecological status of the Soyana River in the zone of possible impact of a diamond deposit
Authors:   N. P. Laverov Federal Research Center for Integrated Arctic Research of the Ural Branch Academy of Science, Klimovskiy N. V. , Novoselov A. P. ,   N. P. Laverov Federal Research Center for Integrated Arctic Research of the Ural Branch Academy of Science, Matveev N. Yu. ,   N. P. Laverov Federal Research Center for Integrated Arctic Research of the Ural Branch Academy of Science
Published: February 2024

The article presents the results of a comprehensive study of the Soyana River for the first time. The characteristics of hydrological and hydrochemical parameters were obtained while observations in July 2020 and March 2021. Changes in the hydrogen index (pH), mineralization, and the content of dissolved oxygen and biogenic elements in water, as well as petroleum hydrocarbons in water and bottom sediments were studied using generally accepted in hydrochemical practice methods. The data obtained were evaluated for compliance with the regulatory requirements for the river water quality. According to the chemical composition, the Soyana River water belongs to the hydrocarbonate class of small and medium mineralization (164–296 mg/L), weakly acidic and slightly alkaline type (pH 6.0–8.2). The data obtained allow us to conclude that there is no noticeable anthropogenic impact on the considered watercourse. The petroleum hydrocarbons content in water and bottom sediments was below maximum permissible concentrations. In river water it was below 0.010 mg/L, in bottom sediments – in the range from 0.2 to 3.2 mg/kg. The maximum content of petroleum hydrocarbons in soils was recorded in the lower course of the river, where bottom sediments are presented in the form of silty sand. The interannual variability of hydrological and hydrochemical characteristics in the direction from the source to the mouth of the river is estimated. The relationship and regularity of their distribution was specified. The data obtained can serve as background data for assessing the negative impact in case of anthropogenic load on the river basin.
Directions of rational and integrated use of mineral resources of the subsoil in open-pit mining
Authors:   National Research Technological University “MISIS”, Kovalenko V. S. , Meshalkin V. P. ,   St. Petersburg State Technological Institute (Technical University),   D. I. Mendeleev Russian University of Chemical Technology,   N. S. Kurnakov Institute of General and Inorganic Chemistry of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Kolesnikov A. V. ,   D. I. Mendeleev Russian University of Chemical Technology
Published: February 2024

The aim of the work is to study the methods of rational subsurface use in open-pit mining. The article outlines the main directions of rational and integrated use of mineral resources of the subsurface and the ways of their implementation in the open method of field development. The problems that prevent further expedient waste processing are identified. The achieved experience and prospects of complex development of deposits of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, mining and chemical raw materials and coal are analyzed. The problem of complex utilization of coals in industry in order to extract rare elements (in particular germanium and scandium) from the mineral component is considered. Special attention is paid to the specifics of transition to low-waste, resource-saving technologies of mining and enrichment production, to their efficiency and environmental safety at many mining enterprises. The directions of waste disposal of mining and processing industries and ways of their use for the internal needs of the enterprise, namely the use of overburden rocks of the Lebedinsky mining and processing plant, are investigated. Recommendations for the involvement in the development of man-made deposits and substandard mineral raw materials using physico-chemical methods for extracting useful components are given. It is noted that a comprehensive system of rational development of the country’s mineral resource base has not been built to date. This system is of great importance for the preservation of non-renewable natural resources of the subsoil and the successful implementation of the tasks of the National Project “Ecology”. A special role should be given to scientific research on the development of eco-innovative technologies for mining and processing of minerals.
The effect of ecological factors on genetic polymorphism in natural populations of Fragaria vesca
Authors:   Kazan (Volga Region) Federal University, Babynin E. V. , Dubrovnaya S. A. ,   Kazan (Volga Region) Federal University, Kayumov A. R. ,   Kazan (Volga Region) Federal University
Published: February 2024

Genetic polymorphism of natural cenopopulations of wild strawberry (Fragaria vesca) from the Republic of Mari El was measured by randomly amplified polymorphic DNA (RAPD). The method of molecular genome marking based on RAPD-PCR makes it possible to determine the genetic status of populations and establish interpopulation relationships. The cenopopulations that we selected for the analysis were confined to different stages of the forest phytocenosis succession: the climatic phytocenosis and the area of the forest felling. These F. vesca cenopopulations differed in the ratio of sexual and vegetative reproduction during the maintenance of the cenopopulation size. In a felling area in conditions of greater illumination the intensity of sexual and vegetative reproduction increases. However, specimens of seed origin were not found in the felling area, since in conditions of high competition with ruderal and meadow plants, slowly developing strawberry seedlings died. The germination of seeds and plants of seed origin was noted under conditions of climatic phytocenosis. For the cenopopulation confined to the climax forest, Shannon’s diversity index and Nei’s genetic distance were 0.5179 and 0.3613 respectively. In a felling area vegetative reproduction processes predominate, so Shannon’s diversity index and Nei’s genetic distance were lower, 0.4573 and 0.3132 respectively. In a felling area revealed the loss of certain genetic clusters present in the climax forest. This indicates the loss of a strawberry genetic diversity in the transition to vegetative reproduction due to anthropogenic impact. Our data confirm the idea that climax communities with their more stable conditions can act as regenerative niches of the species.
Letters, complaints, appeals of Orthodox believers of the Kama region to the authorities in the period of late socialism
Authors: Сапсай П.А.
Published: February 2024

Статья посвящена изучению такого исторического источника периода позднего социализма, как письменные обращения православных верующих Пермской области. Антицерковная политика государства вызывала недовольство верующих людей и заставляла их обращаться в государственные и церковные инстанции в поисках справедливости. Анализ обращений позволил выявить широкий круг проблем, с которыми соприкасался верующий человек в период брежневского «застоя». Отмечается, что авторы писем поднимали, главным образом, проблемы нехватки храмов и защиты от закрытия действующих, жаловались на «внутриобщинные конфликты», связанные с хищениями денежных средств, борьбой за власть на приходе, недостойным поведением церковного клира, а также критиковали местную власть за бюрократический стиль работы. Установлено, что власть предпринимала попытки уменьшить количество жалоб со стороны населения через принятие новых законов, антирелигиозную пропаганду и проведение личных профилактических бесед. К обращениям верующих чиновники относились формально и решали лишь те проблемы, которые могли компрометировать центральные советские и партийные органы власти. Поэтому зачастую верующие привлекали внимание широкой общественности путем публикаций в средствах массовой информации и обращения в центральные партийно-государственные органы.

The article is dedicated to the written appeals of Orthodox believers of the Perm region as a historical source of the late socialism period. The implementation of anti-church policy by the state caused dissatisfaction among believers and forced them to turn to state and church authorities in search of justice. The analysis of the appeals made it possible to identify a wide range of problems faced by believers during the period of Brezhnev’s “stagnation”. It is noted that the authors of the letters raised mainly the problems of insufficient number of churches and protection from closing the existing ones, complained about “intra-community conflicts” related to the theft of funds, the struggle for power in the parish, the unworthy behavior of the church clergy, and also criticized the local authorities for bureaucratic work style. It is established that the authorities made attempts to reduce the number of complaints from the population through the adoption of new laws, anti-religious propaganda and personal preventive conversations. Officials treated the appeals of believers formally and solved only those problems that could compromise the central Soviet and party authorities. Therefore, in order to solve their problems, believers often attracted the attention of the general public through publications in the media and appeal to the central party and state bodies.
Non-adiabatic couplings and conversion dynamics between localized and charge transfer excitations from Many-Body Green's Functions Theory
Authors: Tirimbo Gianluca , Baumeier Björn
Published: February 2024

We investigate the determination of non-adiabatic couplings between localized excitations (LEs) and charge-transfer (CT) excitations based on many-body Green's functions theory in the GW approximation with the Bethe--Salpeter equation (GW-BSE). Using a small molecule dimer system, we first study the influence of different diabatization methods, as well as different model choices within GW-BSE, such as the self-energy models or different levels of self-consistency, and find that these choices affect the LE-CT couplings only minimally. We then consider a large-scale low-donor morphology formed from rubrene and fullerene and evaluate the LE-CT couplings based on coupled GW-BSE-molecular mechanics calculations. For these disordered systems of bulky molecules, we observe differences in the couplings based on the Edmiston--Ruedenberg compared to the more approximate Generalize Mulliken--Hush and Fragment Charge Difference diabatization formalisms. In a kinetic model for the conversion between LE and CT states, these differences affect the details of state populations in an intermediate timescale but not the final populations.
COMPUTER FLUID DYNAMIC (CFD) ANALYSIS OF FLOAT AND PROPELLER DESIGN IN ELECTRIC HYBRID WATERBIKE
Authors: Nurjannah Ika , Dwi Kurniawan Wahyu , Yasa Utama Firman , Ardy Kusuma Donny , Prijo Budijono Agung , Pudjijuniarto Pudjijuniarto , Nur Habib Bidya
Published: February 2024

The water bike consists of an integrated float unit, propeller and frame. Stability on water is the main function of this product. The aerodynamic aspects of the float and propeller (or transmission system) will affect their performance. Specifically for the manufacture of floats and propellers (transmission systems) for water bicycles, CFD analysis is required to inform the performance of these components. The method used in this study is a computer fluid dynamic (CFD) simulation method to analyze the fluid study that occurs when the float and propeller models are applied to the fluid environment. The model that will be used as a simulation object is a parametric 3D model that has been designed according to field conditions. The dimensions of the 3D model of the buoy and propeller system are at the manufacturing design scale. When the buoy speed is 5.5 m/s it is detected that the speed of water flowing around the buoy averages 5.215 m/s with the highest speed of 6.635 m/s in the 1.50 m area and the lowest speed in the 0.22 m area. When the float speed is 5.5 m/s, the pressure that occurs in the surrounding area is detected in the range of 0.117 – 0.118 MPa. The highest pressure of 0.118 MPa occurs in areas 1.50 and 2.30 m with water speeds of 6.635 m/s and 5.739 m/s. The lowest pressure, which is 0.103 Mpa, occurs in an area of 0.22 m with a water speed of 1,100 m/s. When the float speed is 9.7 m/s, the pressure that occurs in the surrounding area is detected in the range of 0.107 – 0.158 MPa. The largest pressure value is in the area of 1.00 m with a value of 0.178 MPa. While the lowest pressure value is in the area of 0.22 m with a pressure value of 0.107 MPa.
FINANCING THE TRANSITION: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW OF BANKING STRATEGIES SUPPORTING SMES IN ADVANCING CLEANER VEHICLE ADOPTION
Authors: Daraojimba Chibuike , Ihemereze Kelechi Chidiebere , Eyo-Udo Nsisong Louis , Egbokhaebho Blessed Afeyokalo , Raji Ahmed
Published: February 2024

This paper systematically reviews banking strategies that support Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) in advancing cleaner vehicle adoption. While cleaner vehicles are acknowledged as key in addressing environmental concerns, their uptake among SMEs is often hindered by financial barriers. This study examines how the banking sector helps to bridge this gap through various financial products, services, and incentives. The study analyses multiple strategies including low-interest loans, green bonds, and carbon credits, assessing their effectiveness in fostering SME-driven cleaner vehicle initiatives. Findings highlight the significant role of banks in accelerating cleaner vehicle adoption among SMEs and underscore the need for the continued evolution of these strategies to cater to SMEs’ unique needs and constraints. Policymakers are also found to play a crucial role in shaping an enabling environment for these banking strategies to thrive. The study concludes with implications of these findings for SMEs, banks, and policymakers, and offers recommendations for future banking strategies, policies, and research directions in cleaner vehicle financing. By providing a comprehensive view of the financial dimensions of cleaner vehicle adoption among SMEs, this research contributes to our understanding of sustainable transition processes in the business sector and the critical role of financial institutions therein.
TOWARDS A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE: MAKING THE CASE FOR ADVANCED DECOMMISSIONING PRACTICES IN THE U.S. OIL & GAS INDUSTRY
Authors: Daraojimba Chibuike , Anthony Ofonagoro Kelechi , Osheyor Gidiagba Joachim , Alex Banso Adeyinka , Egbokhaebho Blessed Afeyokalo , Alaba Tula Olawe , Abolore Ayodeji Sodrudeen , Ninduwezuor-Ehiobu Nwakamma
Published: February 2024

The U.S. Oil and gas industry stands at a critical crossroads, facing the intricate task of decommissioning legacy infrastructure while simultaneously striving to align with global sustainability goals. This comprehensive study delves into the multifaceted realm of advanced decommissioning practices, elucidating their paramount significance in promoting environmental conservation, economic resilience, and holistic stakeholder engagement. Through a meticulous analysis of both traditional and innovative decommissioning methodologies, the paper underscores the pivotal role the U.S. can play in spearheading global sustainability initiatives. As the industry grapples with the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century, the imperative to embrace transformative change becomes evident. This change encompasses technological and procedural advancements and a paradigm shift in industry ethos towards a more sustainable and inclusive future. The paper concludes with a compelling call to action, urging industry stakeholders, policymakers, and the broader community to collaboratively champion these advanced practices, ensuring that the U.S. Oil and gas sector remains at the forefront of global sustainability efforts while safeguarding environmental and socio-economic equilibria.
DESIGN AND FABRICATION OF SUGARCANE BUD CUTTER MACHINE FOR IMPROVED FARM PRODUCTIVITY
Authors: Hussain Altaf , Ali Rizwan , Saqib M. , Mohsin Waqas Muhammad , Niaz Yasir , Ali Buttar Noaman
Published: February 2024

Sugarcane is a very important crop especially in a country like Pakistan where millions of people use it regularly. The sugarcane farming in Pakistan is extended from small land farms to cooperate farming. The modern machinery equipped with high technology tool is developed to make the easier cultivation of the sugarcane. But this access to this machinery is only to the corporate farmers due to its high cost. It is therefore necessary to develop a machine that can provide better results, offer higher profits but still cost less and is easier to operate. As, in the traditional method of planting sugarcane, sugarcane is cut into pieces and buried. However, only a sprout is needed to grow sugarcane and the other part of sugarcane is wasted. The design of our machine helps to cut single bud from sugarcane and saves time compared to hand-made and other cutting processes. This project aims to simplify the process of extracting buds using the above-mentioned machine that requires less human labor, less investment and saves time thus proving a lucrative investment for every farmer. The purpose of the development is to improve the sugarcane germination with the less quantity of sugarcane used. In this method only buds will be used to grow the sugarcane nursery. The initial weight of the sugarcane ranges from 0.85 kg to 1.15 Kg. the length of the sugarcane varies from these selected stalks were 50 to 79 inches. The total weight of these three sugarcanes was 3.05 kg, while after the removal of the buds it was 2.31 Kg as the buds’ weights about 0.74 Kg. This method of sugarcane production will improve the farm productivity and sustainability.
GREEN MATERIALS IN ELECTRO-MECHANICAL SYSTEMS: A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW: ANALYZING THE RISE, EFFECTIVENESS, AND IMPLICATIONS OF ECO-FRIENDLY LUBRICANTS AND CONDUCTIVE MATERIALS IN MODERN APPLICATIONS
Authors: Efosa Ohenhen Peter , Kelvin Nwaobia Nwabueze , Nnamdi Nwasike Chinedu , Osheyor Gidiagba Joachim , Chigozie Ani Emmanuel
Published: February 2024

This comprehensive review presents an in-depth analysis of the role and impact of green materials in electro-mechanical systems, with a particular focus on eco-friendly lubricants and conductive materials. The study begins by establishing the historical context of material development in electro-mechanical systems, highlighting the evolution from traditional to sustainable materials. It then delves into the objectives and scope of the review, emphasizing the importance of green materials in modern industrial applications and their potential impacts on both industry and the environment. The study outlines a systematic approach to literature review and analysis, detailing the inclusion and exclusion criteria for selected studies, data collection processes, and methods for data extraction and synthesis. A comprehensive overview of current literature, discussing advancements in green materials, with specific attention to innovations in eco-friendly lubricants and the development of sustainable conductive materials was conducted. The research discussed extensively on the impact of green materials on sustainability, considering environmental benefits and challenges, economic implications, and industry adoption. It also explores policy and regulatory considerations in the adoption of green materials, future trends, and emerging innovations, as well as the broader implications for stakeholders in electro-mechanical industries. The research concludes by summarizing the key insights and contributions of the study, projects the future landscape of green materials in electro-mechanical systems and provides strategic recommendations for industry and policymakers. It concludes with final thoughts and directions for future research, emphasizing the critical role of green materials in advancing sustainable practices in the industry. This review serves as a valuable resource for researchers, industry professionals, and policymakers, offering a comprehensive understanding of the current state and future potential of green materials in electro-mechanical systems.
THE STUDY ABOUT RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN CO-APERTURE SPLITTING RATIOS AND LASER FAR-FIELD SPOT MORPHOLOGY AND POWER
Authors: Miao Shuping , Lin Feng , Chen Zhaobing , Xiong Yiwei
Published: February 2024

To address the problem of difficult to determine the beam splitting ratio of the spectroscopic system which results from the overlapping optical paths for laser emission and imaging in laser countermeasure shared aperture system, this paper conducts a field experiment which investigates the relationship between laser spot size control and the far-field spot morphology and the energy density magnitude at the central spot using the 3.7𝝁𝒎 mid-wave infrared laser band as the light source. After setting up the field test conditions the laser pattern and energy in the far field is measured steadily by changing the stop size at the front of the laser near the conventional 86.5% laser energy. By analysis in the case of 30% to 70% laser energy outer ring blocking light, the maximum change in spot size is 1/3, the energy in the centre of the spot is affected considerably, in a non-linear relationship, especially after the blocking of light in more than 30% energy drops sharply.
Combining Static and Dynamic Myofascial Dry Cupping Therapy to Improve Local and Regional Symptoms in Individuals with Low Back Pain: A Case Series
Authors: Harper Brent , Dudek Alana , Williamson Julianne , Siyufy Alex , Smith Jo Armour
Published: February 2024

Introduction

Chronic low back pain is a common musculoskeletal healthcare presentation with an expense of over $100 billion annually. The clinical effect of myofascial cupping on pain and function is not clear, especially when different cupping techniques are combined. The purpose of this case series was to explore changes in pain and function following local static and distal dynamic myofascial dry cupping treatments in patients with chronic low back pain.

Case Descriptions

Three adults from the general population received three ten-minute treatment sessions, 48 hours between each session, of static dry cupping to the low back followed by dynamic myofascial cupping of the quadriceps and hamstring musculature.

Outcome measures were taken at two different time points within one-week per participant. Subjective measures included the numeric pain rating scale and the Oswestry Disability Index, objective measures included passive straight leg raise measurements, and pressure pain threshold.

Results and Discussion

Local static combined with distal dynamic myofascial cupping reduced pain, pain sensitivity and perceived disability, and improved hamstring muscle extensibility in all three participants. These encouraging results support the initiation of a larger controlled trial aimed at investigating the efficacy of combined dry cupping interventions to treat musculoskeletal dysfunction and pain.

Level of Evidence

4 (case series)
Workload Comparison of Contemporary Interval Throwing Programs and a Novel Optimized Program for Baseball Pitchers
Authors: Dowling Brittany , Brusalis Christopher M , Streepy John T , Hodakowski Alexander , Pauley Patrick J , Heidloff Dave , Garrigues Grant E , Verma Nikhil N , Fleisig Glenn S
Published: February 2024

Background

In the rehabilitation of injured baseball pitchers, there is lack of consensus on how to guide a player back to pitching. It is unknown how different contemporary interval throwing programs (ITPs) progress in the amount of throwing workload.

Purposes

To 1) evaluate three prominent ITPs commonly employed in baseball pitcher rehabilitation and assess whether these ITPs produce training loads that increase in a controlled, graduated manner and 2) devise an ITP that produced training loads which increased steadily over time.

Study Design

Cross-sectional study

Methods

Three publicly available ITPs from prominent sports medicine institutions were analyzed. Elbow varus torque per throw was calculated from a 2nd order polynomial regression based upon a relationship between recorded torque measurements and throwing distance measured from a database of 111,196 throws. The relative rate of workload increase was measured as an acute:chronic workload ratio (ACWR). For each ITP, throw counts, daily/acute/chronic workloads, and ACWR were calculated and plotted over time. Finally, an original ITP was devised based upon a computational model that gradually increases ACWR over time and finished with an optimal chronic workload.

Results

Each ITP exhibited a unique progression of throwing distances, quantities, and days to create different workload profiles. The three ITPs had throwing schedules ranging from 136 days to 187 days, ACWR spiked above or fell below a literature-defined “safe” range (i.e. 0.7 – 1.3) 19, 21, and 23 times. A novel ITP, predicated on a 146-day schedule and with a final chronic workload of 14.2, was designed to have no spikes outside of the safe range.

Conclusion

Existing ITPs widely utilized for rehabilitation of baseball pitchers exhibit significantly inconsistent variation in the rate of throwing load progression. Computational modeling may facilitate more incremental workload progression in ITPs, thereby reducing injury during rehabilitation and more efficiently condition a pitcher for return to competition.

Level of Evidence

3b
Initial versus Subsequent Injury and Illness and Temporal Trends Among Professional Hockey Players
Authors: Martin Chelsea , Lieb Allison , Tokish John , Shanely Ellen , Kluzek Stefan , Collins Gary , Bullock Garrett
Published: February 2024

Background

Research is limited investigating injuries/illness incidence among National Hockey League (NHL) players. This study sought to establish injury/illness incidence, initial versus subsequent injury risk among NHL players, and determine temporal trends of injury and illness incidence.

Hypothesis

Variations in injury incidence by body region, and initial versus subsequent injury would be observed among positions.

Study Design

Retrospective cohort study

Methods

Publicly available data were utilized. NHL players 18 years or older between 2007-2008 to 2018-2019 were included. Injury and illness was stratified by position and body segment. Incidence rate (IR), and initial versus subsequent injury and illness risk ratios were calculated. Temporal trends were reported.

Results

Nine thousand, seven-hundred and thirty four injuries and illnesses were recorded. Centers had the highest overall IR at 15.14 per 1000 athlete game exposures (AGEs) (95%CI:15.12-15.15) and were 1.4 times more likely to sustain a subsequent injury compared to other positions. The groin/hip/thigh was the most commonly injured body region with an IR of 1.14 per 1000 AGEs (95%CI:1.06-1.21), followed by the head/neck (0.72 per 1000 AGEs, 95%CI:0.66-0.78). Combined injury and illness IR peaked in 2009-2010 season at 12.01 (95%CI: 11.22-12.79). The groin/hip/thigh demonstrated peak incidence during the 2007-2008 season (2.53, 95%CI:2.17-2.90); head/neck demonstrated a peak incidence in 2010-2011 season (Overall: 1.03, 95%CI:0.81-1.26). Injuries reported as ‘lower body’ increased over time.

Conclusions

Positional differences were observed; centers demonstrated the highest overall IR, and subsequent injury risk. Injury by body region was similar to previous literature. Head/neck and concussion decreased over time supporting rule changes in body checking and visor wear. Clinicians should be aware that ‘lower body’ injuries increased over time; therefore, injuries to the groin/hip/thigh or knee are likely underreported.

Level of Evidence

Level 3
The Sportscomp Erasmus+ Project: Higher Education to Improve Competency in Sports Physiotherapy
Authors: Ramponi Carlo , Hirvonen Armi , Arend Mati , Kapreli Eleni , Verschueren Prof. Dr. Jo
Published: February 2024

One of the most important milestones of the International Federation of Sports Physical Therapy (IFSPT), a specialty group of the World Physiotherapy (WP) group, was the creation of the Sports Physiotherapy Competencies and Standards document. This statement, finalized by an international panel of experts almost twenty years ago, under The European Union-funded Sports Physiotherapy for All (SPA) project, describes effective professional behaviours and integrates specific knowledge, skills and attitudes in the context of practice. These competencies provide a basis for policy development, enable quality assurance activities and facilitate individual professional development.
Pengaruh Penerapan Profil Pelajar Pancasila Pada Pembelajaran Ekonomi Terhadap Karakter Siswa MAN 3 Banjarmasin
Authors: Riduansyah Riduansyah , Atmono Dwi , Setiawan Ananda , Rahmattullah Muhammad
Published: February 2024

This study aims to determine whether there is an influence on the application of the Pancasila Student Profile in Economic Learning on the Character of MAN 3 Banjarmasin Students. The method in this study uses quantitative research with the approach used in this study is quantitative descriptive. The subjects of the study consisted of 273 students of grade X MAN 3 Banjarmasin, the sample in this study amounted to 100 taken using Purposive sampling, a data collection technique used in the form of questionnaires to test validity and reliability through measurement model tests or outer models. Data analysis uses descriptive analysis and PLS-SEM analysis by testing structural models or inner models. The results showed that there was a significant influence between the Pancasila Student Profile on Economic Learning on the Character of MAN 3 Banjarmasin Students.
A Very Great Idea? Acclimatisation of Animals in Tasmania 1862-1895
Authors: Petrow Stefan
Published: February 2024

The organised acclimatisation of animals from one geographical region to another was a widespread movement from the mid-nineteenth century and was common in the Australasian colonies. Previous studies have underplayed or ignored Tas- mania’s acclimatisation experience as shown by the activities of the Tasmanian Acclimatisation Society, formed in 1862 by a small band of enthusiasts for cultural and economic motives. Tasmanian acclimatisers introduced pheasant, partridge, quail, rabbit, hare and deer for hunting, and sparrows and starlings for the familiarity of their songs and to kill insects. When introduced animals reacted in unexpected ways and became pests, it demonstrated the limits of scientific knowledge, the adaptability of introduced species, and the vulnerability of native species and the Tasmanian landscape to new arrivals. Always evoking ambivalent attitudes, critical assessments, most notably by Morton Allport and Louisa Anne Meredith, focused on acclimatisation’s unthinking interference with nature for selfish reasons and its agricultural and ecological impact. Newspapers provide the major source to reveal the motivations and actions of acclimatisers and evidence shows that trial and error acclimatisation proved not to be the ‘very great idea’ that enthusiasts claimed.