bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Validation of Two-Stroke Engine Simulation by a Transient Test Method
Authors: Kee Robert J , McEntee Paul T , Blair Gordon P , Fickenscher Thomas , Hölzer Jürgen , Douglas Roy
Published: June 2024

A computer simulation of a high performance two-stroke engine has been validated by a transient test method. The simulation included unsteady gas dynamics, together with detailed mechanical models for the reed valve, etc. The combustion model used Vibe coefficients derived directly from measured cylinder pressures. Cylinder scavenging characteristics which were measured on The Queen's University of Belfast (QUB) single-cycle rig were also incorporated in the simulation.

Validation of the model involved use of an inertial dynamometer and data acquisition system which has been developed at QUB. This dynamometer incorporates a flywheel which is directly coupled to the engine. During a test, the engine is accelerated, and the torque and power are calculated from the flywheel speed characteristics. Further, at pre-determined engine speed intervals, the cylinder and exhaust pressures may be recorded. This testing system provided a convenient and rapid experimental method to acquire data.

Measurement of power, pressures and temperatures during transient testing are discussed. Also presented are methods which reduce the errors arising from the slow response of thermocouples. The measured results are compared with the computer predictions for power and exhaust pressure. Excellent correlation was achieved.
Application of CAE on Small Engine Design
Authors: Wu Cliff Y.Y. , Hsieh Paul P.H. , Liu Ta Chuan , Lin Chi Chen
Published: June 2024

The main purpose of CAE (Computer Aided Engineering) is to shorten the engine design and development period. At the initial stage of engine design, the product profile of engine performance is predicted by engine simulation program. During the concept design stage, basic engine analysis is performed to get the valve train design and the specification of some components. For detail design, finite element analysis is conducted to check the stress limit and endurance limit of some critical parts. An example of application of CAE on a four stroke, 125 cc, water cooled, motorcycle engine is depicted in this paper.
The Catalytic Reduction of Hydrocarbons and Carbon Monoxide in Small Two-Stroke Engine Powered Vehicle Exhaust Streams
Authors: Palke D. R. , Tyo M. A.
Published: June 2024

The inefficient use of fuel by small 2-stroke powered 2-wheel vehicles results in high releases of hydrocarbons and carbon monoxide to the atmosphere. The presence of significant levels of oxygen (O2) in the exhaust stream creates an environment that is favorable for the use of catalytic aftertreatment to oxidize hydrocarbons and carbon monoxide to carbon dioxide and water, thereby eliminating or reducing the deleterious nature of 2-stroke engine exhaust emissions. This investigation examines the impact of catalyst formulation, operating temperature, and exhaust gas composition, on the performance of catalysts designed for use with these small 2-stroke power plant applications. It is demonstrated that catalysts can be formulated to possess specific performance objectives through the appropriate combination of noble metals and washcoating components. The non-noble metal components of a catalyst formulation are observed to be crucial to catalyst performance. Aging data shows that catalysts can be formulated to possess the durability required for long term use in the demanding conditions that exist in 2-stroke power plant exhaust systems.
Emendation of Rhodomonas marina (Cryptophyceae): insights from morphology, molecular phylogeny and water-soluble pigment in an Arctic isolate
Authors: Daugbjerg Niels , Devantier Cecilie B.
Published: June 2024

Rhodomonas (Cryptophyceae) and species assigned to this genus have undergone numerous taxonomic revisions. This also applies to R. marina studied here as it was originally assigned as a species of Cryptomonas and later considered a variation of R. baltica, the type species. Despite being described more than 130 years ago, R. marina still lacks a comprehensive characterization. Light and electron microscopy were employed to delineate a strain from western Greenland. The living cells were 18 μm long and 9 μm wide, elliptical in shape with a pointed to rounded posterior and truncated anterior in lateral view. Two sub-equal flagella emerged from a vestibulum, where also a furrow extended. In transmission electron microscopy, the furrow was associated with a tubular gullet and the pyrenoid embedded in a deeply lobed chloroplast. The chloroplast contained DNA in perforations and was surrounded by starch grains. A tubular nucleomorph was enclosed within the pyrenoid matrix. In scanning electron microscopy, the inner periplast consisted of rectangular plates with rounded edges and posteriorly these were replaced by a sheet-like structure. The water-soluble pigment was Crypto-Phycoerythrin type I (Cr-PE 545). A phylogenetic inference based on SSU rDNA confirmed the identity of strain S18 as a species of Rhodomonas as it clustered with congeners but also Rhinomonas, Storeatula, and Pyrenomonas. These genera formed a monophyletic clade separated from a diverse assemblage of other cryptophyte genera. To further explore the phylogeny of R. marina a concatenated phylogenetic analysis based on the SSU rDNA-ITS1-5.8S rDNA-ITS2- LSU rDNA region was performed but included only closely related species. The secondary structure of nuclear internal transcribed spacer 2 was predicted and compared to similar structures in related species. Using morphological and molecular signatures as diagnostic features the description of R. marina was emended.
A note on removable edges in near-bricks
Authors: Wu Deyu , Zhang Yipei , Wang Xiumei
Published: June 2024

An edge $e$ of a matching covered graph $G$ is removable if $G-e$ is also
matching covered. Carvalho, Lucchesi, and Murty showed that every brick $G$
different from $K_4$ and $\overline{C_6}$ has at least $\Delta-2$ removable
edges, where $\Delta$ is the maximum degree of $G$. In this paper, we
generalize the result to irreducible near-bricks, where a graph is irreducible
if it contains no single ear of length three or more.
Transpension: The Right Adjoint to the Pi-type
Authors: Nuyts Andreas , Devriese Dominique
Published: June 2024

Presheaf models of dependent type theory have been successfully applied to
model HoTT, parametricity, and directed, guarded and nominal type theory. There
has been considerable interest in internalizing aspects of these presheaf
models, either to make the resulting language more expressive, or in order to
carry out further reasoning internally, allowing greater abstraction and
sometimes automated verification. While the constructions of presheaf models
largely follow a common pattern, approaches towards internalization do not.
Throughout the literature, various internal presheaf operators ($\surd$,
$\Phi/\mathsf{extent}$, $\Psi/\mathsf{Gel}$, $\mathsf{Glue}$, $\mathsf{Weld}$,
$\mathsf{mill}$, the strictness axiom and locally fresh names) can be found and
little is known about their relative expressivenes. Moreover, some of these
require that variables whose type is a shape (representable presheaf, e.g. an
interval) be used affinely. We propose a novel type former, the transpension
type, which is right adjoint to universal quantification over a shape. Its
structure resembles a dependent version of the suspension type in HoTT. We give
general typing rules and a presheaf semantics in terms of base category
functors dubbed multipliers. Structural rules for shape variables and certain
aspects of the transpension type depend on characteristics of the multiplier.
We demonstrate how the transpension type and the strictness axiom can be
combined to implement all and improve some of the aforementioned
internalization operators (without formal claim in the case of locally fresh
names).
Multiplex: TBC-Based Authenticated Encryption with Sponge-Like Rate
Authors: Shen Yaobin , Peters Thomas , Standaert François-Xavier
Published: June 2024

Authenticated Encryption (AE) modes of operation based on Tweakable Block Ciphers (TBC) usually measure efficiency in the number of calls to the underlying primitive per message block. On the one hand, many existing solutions reach a primitive-rate of 1, meaning that each n-bit block of message asymptotically needs a single call to the TBC with output length n. On the other hand, while these modes look optimal in a blackbox setting, they become less attractive when leakage comes into play, since all these calls must then be equally well protected to maintain security. Leakage-resistant modes improve this situation, by generating ephemeral keys every constant number of calls. However, rekeying is inherently suboptimal in primitive-rate, since a TBC call can only be used either to refresh a key or to encrypt a block. Even worse, existing solutions achieving almost n bits of security for n-bit secret keys have at most a primitive-rate 2/3. Hence the question: Can we design a highly-secure TBC-based rekeying mode with “nearly optimal” primitive-rate? We answer this question positively with Multiplex, a new mode that has primitive-rate d/(d + 1) given a TBC with a dn-bit tweak. Multiplex achieves n − log2(dn) bits of security for both (i) misuse-resilience CCA confidentiality security in the blackbox setting and (ii) Ciphertext Integrity with Misuse-resistant and unbounded Leakage in encryption and decryption (CIML2). It also provides (iii) confidentiality with leakage up to the birthday bound. Furthermore, Multiplex can run d + 1 calls in parallel in each iteration. The combination of these features gives a mode of operation that inherits most of the good implementation features and flexibility of a sponge construction – therefore paving the way towards sound comparisons between TBC-based and permutation-based AE.
Improved Conditional Cube Attacks on Ascon AEADs in Nonce-Respecting Settings
Authors: Hu Kai
Published: June 2024

The best-known distinguisher on 7-round Ascon-128 and Ascon-128a AEAD uses a 60-dimensional cube where the nonce bits are set to be equal in the third and fourth rows of the Ascon state during initialization (Rohit et al. ToSC 2021/1). It was not known how to use this distinguisher to mount key-recovery attacks. In this paper, we investigate this problem using a new strategy called break-fix for the conditional cube attack. The idea is to introduce slightly-modified cubes which increase the degrees of 7-round output bits to be more than 59 (break phase) and then find key conditions which can bring the degree back to 59 (fix phase). Using this idea, key-recovery attacks on 7-round Ascon-128, Ascon-128a and Ascon-80pq are proposed. The attacks have better time/memory complexities than the existing attacks, and in some cases improve the weak-key attacks as well.
On Impossible Boomerang Attacks
Authors: Bonnetain Xavier , Cordero Margarita , Lallemand Virginie , Minier Marine , Naya-Plasencia María
Published: June 2024

The impossible boomerang attack, introduced in 2008 by Jiqiang Lu, is an extension of the impossible differential attack that relies on a boomerang distinguisher of probability 0 for discarding incorrect key guesses. In Lu’s work, the considered impossible boomerang distinguishers were built from 4 (different) probability-1 differentials that lead to 4 differences that do not sum to 0 in the middle, in a miss-in-the-middle way.In this article, we study the possibility of extending this notion by looking at finerlevel contradictions that derive from boomerang switch constraints. We start by discussing the case of quadratic Feistel ciphers and in particular of the Simon ciphers. We exploit their very specific boomerang constraints to enforce a contradiction that creates a new type of impossible boomerang distinguisher that we search with an SMT solver. We next switch to word-oriented ciphers and study how to leverage the Boomerang Connectivity Table contradictions. We apply this idea to SKINNYee, a recent tweakable block cipher proposed at Crypto 2022 and obtain a 21-round distinguisher.After detailing the process and the complexities of an impossible boomerang attack in the single (twea)key and related (twea)key model, we extend our distinguishers into attacks and present a 23-round impossible boomerang attack on Simon-32/64 (out of 32 rounds) and a 29-round impossible boomerang attack on SKINNYee (out of 56 rounds). To the best of our knowledge our analysis covers two more rounds than the (so far, only) other third-party analysis of SKINNYee that has been published to date.
Context-Committing Security of Leveled Leakage-Resilient AEAD
Authors: Dhar Chandranan , Ethan Jordan , Jejurikar Ravindra , Khairallah Mustafa , List Eik , Mandal Sougata
Published: June 2024

During recent years, research on authenticated encryption has been thriving through two highly active and practically motivated research directions: provable leakage resilience and key- or context-commitment security. However, the intersection of both fields had been overlooked until very recently. In ToSC 1/2024, Struck and Weishäupl studied generic compositions of encryption schemes and message authentication codes for building committing leakage-resilient schemes. They showed that, in general, Encrypt-then-MAC (EtM) and MAC-then-Encrypt (MtE) are not committing while Encrypt-and-MAC (EaM) is, under plausible and weak assumptions on the components. However, real-world schemes are rarely strict blackbox constructions. Instead, while various leakage-resilient schemes follow blueprints inspired by generic compositions, they often tweak them for security or efficiency.In this paper, we study two blueprints, the first one based on EtM for one of the strongest possible levels of leakage resilience. The second one is a single-pass framework based on leveled implementations. We show that, with a careful selection of the underlying primitives such as with identical encryption and authentication keys and a collision-resistant PRF as the MAC, these blueprints are committing. Our results do not contradict the results by Struck and Weishäupl since we pose more, but practically-motivated, requirements on the components. We demonstrate the practical relevance of our results by showing that our results on those blueprints allow us to easily derive proofs that several state-of-the-art leakage-resilient schemes are indeed committing, including TEDT and its descendants TEDT2 and Romulus-T, as well as the single-pass scheme Triplex.
Fast AES-Based Universal Hash Functions and MACs
Authors: Bariant Augustin , Baudrin Jules , Leurent Gaëtan , Pernot Clara , Perrin Léo , Peyrin Thomas
Published: June 2024

Ultra-fast AES round-based software cryptographic authentication/encryption primitives have recently seen important developments, fuelled by the authenticated encryption competition CAESAR and the prospect of future high-profile applications such as post-5G telecommunication technology security standards. In particular, Universal Hash Functions (UHF) are crucial primitives used as core components in many popular modes of operation for various use-cases, such as Message Authentication Codes (MACs), authenticated encryption, wide block ciphers, etc. In this paper, we extend and improve upon existing design approaches and present a general framework for the construction of UHFs, relying only on the AES round function and 128-bit word-wide XORs. This framework, drawing inspiration from tweakable block ciphers design, allows both strong security arguments and extremely high throughput. The security with regards to differential cryptanalysis is guaranteed thanks to an optimized MILP modelling strategy, while performances are pushed to their limits with a deep study of the details of AES-NI software implementations. In particular, our framework not only takes into account the number of AES-round calls per message block, but also the very important role of XOR operations and the overall scheduling of the computations.We instantiate our findings with two concrete UHF candidates, both requiring only 2 AES rounds per 128-bit message block, and each used to construct two MACs. First, LeMac, a large-state primitive that is the fastest MAC as of today on modern Intel processors, reaching performances of 0.068 c/B on Intel Ice Lake (an improvement of 60% in throughput compared to the state-of-the-art). The second MAC construction, PetitMac, provides an interesting memory/throughput tradeoff, allowing good performances on many platforms.
Key Recovery, Universal Forgery, and Committing Attacks against Revised Rocca: How Finalization Affects Security
Authors: Takeuchi Ryunouchi , Todo Yosuke , Iwata Tetsu
Published: June 2024

This paper examines the security of Rocca, an authenticated encryption algorithm designed for Beyond 5G/6G contexts. Rocca has been revised multiple times in the initialization and finalization for security reasons. In this paper, we study how the choice of the finalization affects the overall security of Rocca, covering key recovery, universal forgery, and committing attacks. We show a key-recovery attack faster than the exhaustive key search if a linear key mixing is used in the finalization. We also consider the ideally secure keyed finalization, which prevents key-recovery attacks. We show that, in the nonce-misuse setting, this does not prevent universal forgery with a practical data complexity, although the time complexity is high. Our result on committing attacks shows that none of the versions of Rocca considered in this paper is secure. We complete our analysis by presenting a concrete example of colliding inputs against the designers’ latest version of Rocca in the FROB setting, a strong notion of the committing security. Our analysis significantly improves the key committing attack against Rocca shown in ToSC 2024(1)/FSE 2024.
The Urgency of Professional Indemnity Insurance in Research and Innovation Practices in Indonesia
Authors: Permatasari Yanti , Gultom Elisatris , Hilmawan Edi
Published: June 2024

Humans can never know the future because it is still covered by a veil of uncertainty. For this reason, humans must be prepared to face various bad things or risks that may occur in the future. In the wake of this development, an insurance system was implemented to protect individuals and businesses from unforeseen dangers and losses. Article 57 of the National System of Science and Technology Law places the position of Indonesian researchers as an important subject that deserves serious protection from the state. Article 57 of the National System of Science and Technology Law also reflects the state's recognition of the key role of researchers in the development of science and technology. The provisions of Article 57 of the National System of Science and Technology Law also impose an obligation on the Government as the owner of the Government authority to immediately formulate clear and comprehensive regulations to ensure adequate legal protection for researchers. The author formulates that to develop science and technology by providing adequate legal protection to researchers, supporting the realization of targeted development, and improving the welfare of society, the Government needs to immediately implement a policy in the form of enforcing professional insurance for researchers which is professional indemnity insurance.
Literature Review of Digital Recruitment: How Effective is Artificial Intelligence in Selecting People?
Authors: Nur Amalina Dahniar , Nur Khasanah Siskha , Yuliansyah Dandy , Hanoum Syarifa
Published: June 2024

The use of artificial intelligence in recruitment can help select candidates according to company standards through a simple, effective, and efficient process. This paper investigates how the AI implementation in the traditional recruitment process transform into the AI-based recruitment and its impact on recruitment processes. We use systematic literature review and content analysis to obtain information regarding research gaps, research limitations, and future research opportunities. We analyze 35 articles collected between 2008 and 2022 showing that AI has several benefits, including increasing the interest of candidates to apply for jobs, increasing efficiency and timeliness, reducing recruitment costs, obtaining the best candidates, and reducing bias in the recruitment process
XXI əsrin əvvəllərində Türkiyə Cümhuriyyətinin regional təşkilatlarda fəaliyyətinin Güney Qafqaz və Mərkəzi Asiyanin təhlükəsizliyinin təminatinda rolu
Authors: Həsənov Elvin
Published: June 2024

XXI əsrin əvvəllərində Türkiyə Cümhuriyyətinin xarici siyasətində Cənubi Qafqaz və Mərkəzi Asiya bölgəsində sülhün və təhlükəsizliyin təmin olunması əsas prioritet məslələrdən biri idi. Türkiyə region dövlətləri ilə ikitərəfli və çoxtərəfli əməkdaşlıq etməklə yanaşı, həmçinin regional təşkilatlarda da öz fəaliyyətini davam etdirməkdədir. Xüsusilə də Cənubi Qafqaz və Mərkəzi Asiya regionunda baş verən münaqişələr və qeyri-sabitlik zamanı türk diplomatiyası regional təşkilatlarda öz ədalətli mövqeyini ortaya qoyaraq bölgədə sülhün, təhlükəsizliyin və dövlətlərin ərazi bütövlüyünün təmin olunması prinsipini dəstəkləmişdir. Digər tərəfdən Türkiyə Cənubi Qafqaz və Mərkəzi Asiyadan keçən enerji xətlərinin təhlükəsizliyini təmin etmək və region ölkələri ilə iqtisadi-ticarət əlaqələrin genişləndirmək siyasıtini qarşısına məqsəd qoymuşdur. Həmçinin çevrə dövlətləri ilə normal qonşuluq əlaqələri quraraq dövlət təhlükəsizliyinin təmin edilməsi Türkiyənin xarici siyasətində prioritet məsələlərdən hesab olunur. Türkiyə Cümhuriyyəti dünyada və bölgədə baş verən mövcud siyasi proseslər fonunda Cənubi Qafqaz respublikalarının ərazi bütövlüyünü və suverenliyin tanıyaraq bütün beynəlxalq və regional təşkilatlarda bölgədə mövcud olan etnik-siyasi münaqişlərin dövlətlərin ərazi bütövlüyü prinsipi əsasında həll olunmasının tərəfdarı olmuşdur. Həmçinin Türkiyə Cümhuriyyəti regional təşkilatlar çərçivəsində Mərkəzi Asiya regionunda baş verən münaqişələrin sülh və dövlətlərin suveren təhlükəsizliyi prinsipi əsasında həll olunmasını davamlı olaraq dəstəkləməkdədir.
Pengaruh Live Promosi di Media Sosial terhadap Kecenderungan Pembelian Produk di E-commerce
Authors: Pratama Hendi , Ashar Baihaqi , Hidayat Rayhan , Raspati Bintang
Published: June 2024

Live promosi khususnya di media sosial telah membawa pergeseran yang signifikan dalam perilaku konsumen terkait pembelian produk di e-commerce. Pengaruhnya terhadap keputusan pembelian konsumen sangat mencolok dengan kehadiran live promosi yang mengubah cara konsumen berinteraksi dan berbelanja produk secara online. Live promosi di media sosial telah menjadi kekuatan penting dalam mempengaruhi perilaku pembelian konsumen dalam ranah e-commerce, menawarkan pengalaman yang lebih langsung, terlibat, dan lebih meyakinkan bagi konsumen. Tujuan dari penelitian ini yaitu mengetahui apakah live promosi di Media Sosial mempengaruhi pembelian produk di e-commerce. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kuantitatif berbasis dengan pendekatan survei. Survei digunakan sebagai alat pengumpulan data untuk mendapatkan pemahaman mendalam tentang pandangan, persepsi, atau pengalaman partisipan terkait topik penelitian. hasil analisis statistik, terdapat pengaruh yang signifikan antara live promosi di media sosial dan e-commerce terhadap kecenderungan pembelian produk di e-commerce. Hal ini menunjukkan bahwa live promosi menjadi salah satu faktor penting yang mendorong konsumen untuk melakukan pembelian online. Fenomena ini mencerminkan bahwa media sosial berperan sebagai alat pelengkap atau pendukung bagi pengguna dalam menjalani proses pembelian secara online. Dengan kata lain, live promosi di media sosial dapat berfungsi sebagai sarana untuk menarik perhatian dan membangun kesadaran konsumen terhadap produk atau layanan yang ditawarkan.
Upaya Guru PPKN dalam Mengembangkan Kecerdasan Moral Siswa Menggunakan Model Cooperative Learning
Authors: Cahyani Annisa Dwi , Dinti Asyifa Kurnia , Ningrum Arlinda Hartri
Published: June 2024

Kurangnya pemahaman siswa SD mengenai pentingnya kecerdasan moral. Kecerdasan moral memiliki dampak hebat dalam aktivitas manusia. Maka dari itu tugas seorang guru PPKN tidak terus-menerus memberikan materi pelajaran saja melainkan wajib memberikan proses yang akurat untuk menumbuhkan kecerdasan moral pada siswa guna di lingkungan keluarga, sekolah, maupun masyarakat sejajar dengan aturan dan norma yang berlaku. Guru PPKN perlu menjadi fasilitator dan mentor yang membimbing setiap siswa akan pentingnya kecerdasan moral. Terdapat model pembelajaran yang mampu membantu guru PPKN dalam mengembangkan kecerdasan moral siswa yaitu model pembelajaran cooperative learning. Model pembelajaran Cooperative Learning yaitu model pembelajaran yang patut dipergunakan dalam proses pembelajaran dan mempunyai karakteristiknya karena model ini sangat berbeda dengan model pembelajaran lainnya. Pada model pembelajaran cooperative learning, siswa mampu berhubungan langsung dengan siswa lain yaitu menggunakan metode diskusi kelompok.
Modernising Public Administration
Authors: Baummar Mael
Published: June 2024

This article examines the imperative of digital transformation for modernising public administration in response to contemporary challenges and technological advancements. The discussion centres on the evolving conceptualisation of public administration and cites legislative initiatives highlighting the importance of citizen involvement as a crucial element of governance. This article uses academic perspectives to examine digital transformation as a strategic approach, focussing on process optimisation, data-driven decision-making, and transparency.
The article underlies the development of citizens' expectations in the digital age, which requires a fundamental rethink in the provision of services by public administration.
Besides, the article addresses the challenges and opportunities in modernisation, focusing on legacy systems and infrastructure limitations.
THE NATURE OF HUMANISM AND ITS MODERN CRISIS
Authors: Nedorezov Vadim G. , Pisarchik Leonid Yu. , Strelets Yuri Sh.
Published: June 2024

The essence of the humanistic worldview and the main stages of the evolution of the humanistic thought are analyzed. The emphasis is on the humanistic ideas of the Renaissance, as they constitute the essence of the humanistic worldview. These ideas influenced the subsequent development of philosophical thought — Modern times, Enlightenment and modernity. The authors of the article adhere to the classical approach in understanding the essence of humanism, interpreting humanism as a doctrine that arose in the Renaissance, and subsequently applied to new conditions. In modern philosophy, there has been a desire to correct some ideas of humanism taking into account the realities of modernity, but without changing the fundamental principles of humanism. The article also shows a trend taking place in modern Western philosophy, namely the emasculation of humanistic ideas. In this regard, the features and specifics of the crisis of humanism in the modern era are analyzed. The relevance of this study is due to the fact that it shows the essence and evolution of the ideas of humanism, which is important in the context of modern multidirectional anthropological discourses. The relevance is also explained by the study of the main points of the crisis of humanism taking place in modern Western philosophy. In this regard, the article provides a reasoned criticism of the anti-humanistic ideas of Western philosophers. The aim of the study is to compare the fundamental ideas of humanism and its ideological foundations with anti-humanistic and anti-anthropocentric positions widely represented in modern Western philosophy. In the course of the research, such methods as the method of historical and philosophical analysis and the comparative method were used. The novelty of the research consists in identifying a peculiar tendency of dehumanization, that is, the antihumanistic orientation of a number of concepts of Western philosophy (F. Nietzsche, M. Heidegger, M. Foucault, J. Baudrillard, J. Deleuze).
NEO-MYTHOLOGISM AS PHYLOSOPHICAL PHENOMENON
Authors: Baturin Daniil A. , Erenchinova Evgenija B.
Published: June 2024

The article deals with the issue of neo-mythologism from a philosophical point of view as related to the category of mythological. The relevance of the study is due to the lack of differentiation of this concept in the field of philosophy. The article makes a meaningful attempt to reveal neo-mythologism as a philosophical phenomenon that originated in the Romanticism era, suggests that Romantic religious-philosophical works can be considered neo-mythologic. A typological comparison of archaic leitmotifs in the works of fairy tale writers E.T. Hoffmann and the Brothers Grimm with the mythological patterns of the religious scholar M. Eliade is carried out. The diversity of neo-mythological elements in the works of Romantics is analyzed, different cultural and philosophical layers are compared.
ON NON-UNIQUENESS OF CYCLES IN 3D MODELS OF CIRCULAR GENE NETWORKS
Authors: Golubyatnikov V.P.
Published: June 2024

We describe 3-dimensional dynamical systems with piecewise linear right hand sides which simulate functioning of simplest molecualr repressilators and contain infinite oneparametric families of cycles in their phase portraits. An analogous dynamical system with step functions in its right hand sides is constructed; its phase portrait contains two piecewise linear cycles. A surface separating these two cycles is described.
ON SOLVABILITY OF A GENERAL ELLIPTIC BOUNDARY VALUE PROBLEM IN H¨OLDER – ZYGMUND SPACES WITH VARIABLE SMOOTHNESS
Authors: Kryakvin V.D. , Omarova G.P.
Published: June 2024

Fredholm solvability of an elliptic boundary value problem, corresponding to the Green operator from the L. Boutet deMonvel algebra on a smooth manifold with compact boundary is studied in the paper. The H¨older - Zygmund spaces with variable smoothness are considered as function spaces. Sufficient conditions are given for the Fredholm property of the Green operator from the considered algebra in such spaces.
Monotonic Entropies
Authors: Simovici Dan
Published: June 2024

We introduce an axiomatization of entropy that generates, as special cases, novel entropy types. These entropies generalize Shannon’s entropy and allow the introduction of entropy for partitions of sets of objects located in metric spaces, and for partitions of sets of vertices in undirected graphs. Corresponding metrics on the sets of partitions are introduced. Also, we hint to applications of these metrics for evaluation of clustering quality.
Rescuelink: SOS Alert System for Disaster Response and Management
Authors: Lidres Karla A. , Sadava Donson John G. , Soberano Kristine T.
Published: June 2024

This study highlights the importance of such a system, given the absence of an effective platform that enables citizens to send SOS signals to emergency responders, leaving individuals without any response. This system provides web and mobile applications for residents, enables registered residents to send incident or emergency reports and communicate with the rescue team through a mobile app, and reduces response delays of the rescue team by getting an accurate location of the incident or emergency. The study used descriptive developmental research since it involves designing and developing the RESCUELINK: SOS System for Disaster Response and Management. Furthermore, it aims also to determine the acceptability of the system as evaluated by five (5) IT experts through the use of ISO/IEC 25010 based on the following characteristics: functional suitability, reliability, usability, efficiency, maintainability, portability, compatibility, and security. The RESCUELINK SOS System for Disaster Response and Management exhibits excellent performance across all evaluated ISO/IEC 25010 software quality characteristics, with an overall grand mean score of 4.66. Implementing this system in Silay City is expected to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the DRRM operations significantly.
Analysis of African Adventist Theology of Mission in the 21st Century
Authors: Nembudani Tshimangadzo Norman
Published: June 2024

Introduction: Analysis of African Adventist theology of mission in the 21st century highlights theological African Adventist issues of concern. As an Adventist researcher, one is challenged by the growing anticipations and expectations that arise or are questioned in certain areas and sectors, including doctrinal issues in some grey areas. This research article probes those challenges that may be tabled by higher organizations or are just difficult to handle. Problem: Analysis of African Adventist Theology of Mission in the 21st Century presents problematic, unresolved doctrinal issues and teachings upheld by the mother body, the General Conference of the Seventh-day Adventists. These issues are still debated in other circles and regions. Purpose: To analyze the Seventh-day Adventists’ beliefs as a lifestyle for the African Adventists in the 21st century and highlight some downsides that may hinder the mission’s progress among Africans. Old and New Testament Scriptures guide, teach, and instruct a person to the esteemed life of Christ-like character. However, some scholars still argue that Christians and Adventists teach Creation Week. To an African, the belief in a creator God who shares space with His people has brought doubts to the very God who created everything in one week. Discussions: An African Adventist Theology of Ministry for the 21st Century article presented communication, ways of ministry in diverse settings, the Biblical foundation for mission and ministry, and God’s purpose for ministry. The Seventh-day Adventist Church is a family of Christian believers united in mission, purpose, and belief. Adventists seek to follow Biblical principles of Christ-like living, communicating, disciplining, teaching, healing, and serving communities regardless of where they are. Since God is the creator and owner of the mission, He has a purpose for His ministry and creation, which includes human beings. The purpose of God for his church is being revealed amongst His people through the publishing of literature, public evangelism, the gospel ministry, and medical missionary. As the mission owner (Missio Dei), God chooses how to direct the mission using His created world. All the people of different cultures and traditions are part of God’s mission. There are diverse ways of ministry, including reaching people in their homes, welfare ministry, friendship evangelism, Adventism, and God’s mission. When spreading the gospel, theologians need to recognize different types of communication: secular, Christian, and Adventist approaches. Findings: An analysis of African Adventist theology of mission in the 21st century found that God’s purpose for the ministry is to involve all means and people, regardless of creed, race, or ethnicity. God would employ any method to spread the gospel all over the world. Finally, communication plays a significant role in God’s mission.
The Impact of Subsidized Fertilizer Usage on Farmer Welfare in West Java
Authors: Ashari Hasim , Herissuparman Eka , Ismane M. Apuk
Published: June 2024

This study aims to recognize the influence of subsidized fertilizer use on the overall well-being of farmers in West Java. A qualitative analysis was employed to examine the data, using descriptive methods such as interviews and field observations. This method describes and summarizes events related to fertilizer use, offering insights into the practical aspects of fertilizer usage. In addition to the qualitative methods, a quantitative analysis was conducted. Descriptive quantitative techniques were used to assess existing policies, distribution mechanisms, and implementation. This study focused on farmers engaged in the cultivation of rice, corn, and soybeans to evaluate the impact of fertilizer subsidies on the competitive power of these agricultural commodities. The research revealed a significant influence resulting from the use of subsidized fertilizers by farmers. The findings highlight the importance of subsidized fertilizers in improving the well-being of farmers and enhancing the competitiveness of agricultural commodities. When farmers used these subsidized fertilizers, their overall well-being improved. In addition, the use of subsidized fertilizers can enhance the competitive strength of food crops. To maximize benefits, it is essential to continuously improve the system. Repairing and refining the subsidy mechanisms will ensure that farmers experience optimal advantages from the use of subsidized fertilizers. The use of subsidized fertilizers plays a crucial role in enhancing the well-being of farmers in West Java and strengthening the competitiveness of agricultural commodities. Policymakers should continue to support and expand such subsidy programs. However, it is crucial to ensure that these subsidies reach the intended beneficiaries effectively. Therefore, policymakers should regularly review and revise the policies, distribution mechanisms, and implementation strategies associated with these subsidies.
The Influence of Maternity Wear Brand Image Innovation Elements on Consumer Behavior: A Grounded Theory Study
Authors: Yuting Sun , Md Nor Zainu Din Bin
Published: June 2024

This grounded theory study investigates the influence of maternity wear brand image innovation elements on consumer behavior, addressing two main research questions: (1) How to innovate the brand image of maternity wear? and (2) What is the relationship between brand image innovation and consumer behavior in maternity wear? Maternity wear brands play a critical role in meeting the diverse needs of expectant mothers, yet in China, they often lack distinct brand identities and fail to cater to the varied preferences of pregnant women. Through a comprehensive research design, including literature review, grounded theory analysis, and empirical testing via questionnaire surveys, this study identifies six dimensions of brand image innovation in maternity wear: Product, Identity, Corporate, Marketing, Service, and Store image innovation, along with 21 specific indicators such as style and fabric innovation. The findings reveal a significant impact of each dimension of brand image innovation on consumer behavior. Theoretical and managerial implications highlight the study’s contribution in filling a research gap, providing a new framework for brand image research in maternity wear, and offering targeted recommendations for brand innovation efforts. This research expands understanding of the intricate relationship between consumer behavior and brand image, providing theoretical guidance for maternity wear companies to enhance brand appeal, meet diverse consumer needs, and ultimately improve sales and loyalty.
Resource Allocation Change Management Practice and Performance of Kenya Revenue Authority in Nairobi City County, Kenya
Authors: Mule Catherine Mutheu , Njuguna Njeri
Published: June 2024

Purpose: Kenya Revenue Authority is mandated to gather revenue in place of Kenyan government. The revenue to be collected is normally set as a target by the National Treasury. Over the time, the authority has continuously missed hitting the revenue collection target. As a result, the authority has endeavored to implement changes with the aim of improving and enhancing revenue collection. The current study aimed at establishing how resource allocation change management practice influenced performance of Kenya Revenue Authority in Nairobi City County, Kenya. The study was guided by Resource-Based View Theory.
Methodology: The study employed a descriptive research design and targeted 470 Kenya Revenue Authority employees working at Customs and Border Control Department in Nairobi City County. A stratified random sampling approach was applied in selecting a sample of 141 respondents derived from top level, middle level, and lower level of management. The study utilized a 5-Point Likert scale questionnaire containing close ended question to gather primary data. Inferential as well as descriptive statistics were utilized to analyze the gathered data. Prior data collection, the study conducted a pilot study on 13 randomly selected respondents to assess the level of validity and reliability of the questionnaire.
Findings: The descriptive statistics results revealed that all respondents on average were in agreement with statements on resource allocation change management practice. The correlation analysis results established that resource allocation change management practice positively and significantly correlates with performance of Kenya Revenue Authority. The study further established that resource allocation change management practice positively and significantly influence performance of KRA in Nairobi City County.  This is shown by beta value of 0.538 and significant values of 0.000. The results bears the implications that  increasing the resource allocation change management practice with one unit results to  increase in the performance levels of KRA with  0.538 units. The study findings led to conclusions that resource allocation change management practice positively and significantly influences the performance of Kenya Revenue Authority in Nairobi City County.
Unique contribution to theory, policy and practice: The study recommended the management Kenya Revenue Authority to enhance the resource allocation practices since the practices bears a positive and significant influence on performance.
Contributing Factors to the Challenges of Patient Health Monitoring in Rural Healthcare Units: Basis for a Proposed Integrated Patient Management Portal
Authors: Francis Cuares  , Riah E. Encarnacion
Published: June 2024

In the current era of abundant information, technological advancements have greatly impacted various fields particularly the healthcare sector. This research explores the difficulties encountered by rural healthcare facilities in Barangay Poblacion, Bacuag, Surigao del Norte, in monitoring patient health and suggests implementing a remote patient management platform to enhance healthcare delivery. Using a mixed-method approach, the study involved 37 participants, predominantly young females. The research identified key challenges such as limited access to healthcare facilities, a shortage of medical staff, communication issues, and insufficient healthcare resources. Although patient registration and monitoring of vital signs were relatively effective, challenges remained in scheduling appointments, availability of medical tests, and patient education. The overall positive perception of the current system (average weighted mean of 3.59) indicates room for improvement through the proposed remote patient management platform. This platform aims to improve real-time monitoring, data accuracy, and communication between patients and healthcare providers, thereby enhancing healthcare outcomes in rural areas
Sync Alert Notice Board
Authors: Ms. Ashvini Shrikrushna Hirve  , Ms. Chetana Virendra Rathod  , Mr. Sahil Jitendra Tiple  , Mr. Roshan Dadarao Jadhao
Published: June 2024

The SyncAlert Notice Board project represents a significant advancement in communication technology, leveraging a sophisticated integration of hardware components to create a versatile communication hub. At its core, the project features a 45x6 LED matrix, enabling vivid and customizable display capabilities for messages and notifications. This matrix is complemented by an RTC (Real-Time Clock) module, ensuring accurate timekeeping and scheduling functionalities essential for managing events and deadlines effectively.
In addition to visual communication, the project incorporates an MP3 module, adding an auditory dimension to message delivery and enhancing user engagement. The integration of a Bluetooth HC05 module further enhances the project's utility by enabling seamless wireless transmission of data, allowing users to update the notice board remotely and in real time. This combination of features transforms the SyncAlert Notice Board into a dynamic and interactive communication tool suitable for a wide range of environments, from educational institutions to corporate offices.
By addressing the specific needs of users for efficient information dissemination and scheduling management, the SyncAlert Notice Board project offers a comprehensive solution that not only streamlines communication but also enhances organizational productivity and engagement. Its versatility, coupled with user-friendly functionality, makes it an invaluable asset for any setting where clear and timely communication is paramount
Bombay Stock Exchange Portfolio Ranking using Combined Compromise Solution (CoCoSo) Method
Authors: Anupama Pandey  , Dr. Ragini Shukla  , Dr. Vineet Kumar Awasthi
Published: June 2024

One of the decision problems in the financial domain is portfolio selection in investor’s point of view on the other hand portfolio management is in management point of view ,in both the cases ranking of the portfolio will be required.. While facing the complex market competitions, under the extremely competitive business environment financial institutions try their best to make an ultimate policy for portfolio selection to optimize the investor returns. Multi criteria decision making (MCDM) is one of the techniques which can be applied in better way to evaluate portfolio performance and finally decide ranking of the portfolio based on the multiple conflicting criteria of the indices. A portfolio may have many criterion such as low ,high, dividend, yearly return, price earnings ratio (P/E),price-to-book ratio(P/B) etc.. In this research work a popular MCDM method: A combined compromise solution (CoCoSo) is applied to obtain the rank of portfolio for further decision making process. Data of ten portfolios of Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) namely BSE SENSEX, BSE GREENEX,BSE CARBONEX, BSE AUTO, BANKEX, BSE ENERGY, HEALTHCARE,IT, Power, Gas and Oil financial years: 2022-23 are collected for the study and to find out best portfolio. After applying COCOSO method BSE SENSEX is found to be better than other portfolios as first rank consistently for all three financial years