bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Setting new benchmarks for combating financial crimes and ensuring the safety and security of America's digital financial landscape
Authors: Cedrick Agorbia-Atta
Published: September 2024

The increasing digitalization of financial services in the United States has introduced significant challenges in combating financial crimes, including fraud, money laundering, and cybercrimes. As digital transactions become more pervasive, so too do the opportunities for illicit activities that exploit the vulnerabilities of these systems. This research seeks to establish new benchmarks for combating financial crimes and ensuring the security of America's digital financial landscape. By leveraging advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and blockchain, this study explores innovative approaches to enhancing fraud detection, improving transparency, and reducing the risk of money laundering. A mixed-methods approach was employed, combining qualitative analysis of existing regulatory frameworks with quantitative case studies to assess the effectiveness of these technologies in real-world applications. The results indicate that AI and ML significantly enhance financial institutions' ability to detect fraudulent activities in real-time, reducing false positives and allowing for more efficient resource allocation. Furthermore, blockchain technology improved financial transactions' traceability, enhancing financial systems' transparency and accountability. The study concludes with recommendations for policy and practice, emphasizing the need for adaptive regulatory frameworks, increased investment in advanced technologies, and more vital collaboration between the public and private sectors. These findings suggest that a proactive approach, integrating technological innovation with strategic policy measures, is crucial for safeguarding America's financial infrastructure against emerging threats in the digital era.
Need of retrieval augmented generation for conversational assistants for government social welfare scheme popularization
Authors: Vaidheeswaran Vaishnav  , Guru Omkar Nathan
Published: September 2024

Governments allocate substantial resources to uplift under-privileged communities through various assistance schemes. Despite these efforts, the effectiveness of such initiatives often fails due to variety of reasons including cryptic nature of information available, lack of awareness to the needy people and or lack of transparency. In India, a vast and diverse developing democracy, these challenges are exacerbated by disparities in access to information. To address these issues, we explored the use of conversational AI technologies, including chatbots, which have seen successful application in many developed nations. Conversational AI agents often get challenged to a variety of factual inaccuracies and other types of hallucinations. Our study compares the accuracy of responses across different architectures: Our architectures integrate advancements in natural language processing, such as large language models (LLMs) and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), along with automatic speech recognition (ASR), knowledge distillation, hybrid retrieval strategies, and text-to-speech systems. Overall this research experiments demonstrate that leveraging retrieval augmented generation using the same model embeddings substantially improves the quality of the output, its similarity to desired responses. This also reduces hallucinations. We also notice that larger models perform better than smaller parameter models.
Extensão rural com foco na otimização da nutrição animal: estudo de caso sobre prática e aditivos a produção de bovinos em Mato Grosso do Sul
Authors: Leonel Felipe Santos , Burbarelli Maria Fernanda Castro , Almeida Alexander Alexandre , Santos Alves Creilda , Belloni Mariana
Published: September 2024

Este estudo de caso analisa a atuação de profissionais veterinários na nutrição animal, destacando a importância da formulação de dietas e das estratégias de manejo para otimizar a produção e garantir rentabilidade. Com o aumento da demanda por alimentos, a eficiência na produção torna-se essencial, especialmente em regiões como Mato Grosso do Sul. A empresa de consultoria agropecuária, em parceria com a empresa de nutrição animal, desenvolveu um trabalho que envolve visitas a propriedades e acompanhamento técnico, visando aprimorar o desempenho dos animais. O estudo abrangeu diversas fazendas e focou na qualidade da alimentação e no uso de aditivos, como narasina e monensina, que demonstraram resultados superiores em ganhos de peso. Além disso, foram analisados aspectos cruciais, como a qualidade da água e a adequação dos cochos, fundamentais para a saúde e produtividade animal. Os resultados indicam a viabilidade econômica do uso de aditivos e ressaltam a necessidade de orientação técnica, uma vez que práticas inadequadas podem resultar em prejuízos significativos para os produtores. Assim, este estudo de caso evidencia que a combinação de tecnologia e acompanhamento especializado é essencial para a sustentabilidade e lucratividade na nutrição animal.
Imprese e mercato: sfide e opportunità negli anni del Green Deal
Authors: Lanzini Pietro
Published: September 2024

The book offers a thorough overview of the complex topic of sustainable development, highlighting its importance and key aspects for a diverse audience while focusing on the roles of companies and the market. After an introductory chapter, it delves into three main actors: institutions, businesses, and citizens, examining their roles, characteristics, and impact on the expected shift toward sustainability. Two specific chapters address the energy transition and the automotive sector, effectively illustrating the intricate interactions between the different pillars of sustainability.
Patients with STEMI after Revascularization: Is There a Relationship Between Coronary Artery Lesion and Renal Function?
Authors: Broniuk Anna V. , Rasputina Lesia V.
Published: September 2024

The aim. To establish the relationship between coronary bed lesions and glomerular filtration rate (GFR) calculated on the basis of creatinine, cystatin C and urine albumin-creatinine ratio in patients with ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) who underwent percutaneous coronary intervention.
Materials and methods. We examined 286 patients with STEMI, aged 39 to 87 years (mean age 62.8 ± 9.8, median age 64, interquartile range 56 to 71 years), 202 (70.6%) were men and 84 (29.4%) were women. All the patients underwent general clinical tests, coronary angiography with subsequent percutaneous coronary intervention, and echocardiography.
Results. The most frequent infarct-related coronary artery (CA) was the anterior interventricular branch of the left coronary artery in the proximal and middle segments, and the right coronary artery in the proximal segment. In general, there was no significant difference in the number of affected CAs among the examined patients. The division of patients into groups according to the level of GFR, determined both on the basis of creatinine and cystatin C, did not reveal significant differences in the distribution of infarct-related CAs. At the same time, the number of patients with multivessel lesions significantly increases with decreased GFR. Depending on the level of the urinary albumin-to-creatinine ratio, a significant increase in the number of patients with two- and multivessel lesions of the CAs was noted.
Conclusions. Close correlations between multivessel lesions of CAs and gender, age, urinary albumin-to-creatinine ratio, GFR, left and right atrial size, duration of history of hypertension and diabetes mellitus, presence of II-III degree atrioventricular block and mortality were established.
Analysis of Echocardiography Indicators Depending on the Type of Surgical Correction of the Mitral Valve in Patients with Ischemic Heart Disease
Authors: Moroz Volodymyr S. , Lazoryshynets Vasyl V.
Published: September 2024

The aim. To study the influence of echocardiography indicators on the choice of surgical intervention on the mitral valve in patients with mitral insufficiency and coronary heart disease.
Materials and methods. The study included patients with mitral insufficiency who underwent myocardial revascularization and mitral valve reconstruction (plasty or replacement). The mean age of the study participants was 65.9 ± 4.0 years. The material for analysis was data from the primary medical records: medical history, clinical and instrumental examination data and protocols of operations. The division into study groups was performed retrospectively, according to the mitral valve operation performed: plasty (experimental group) or replacement (control group).
Results. We identified the features of the main echocardiographic data that guide the cardiologist when choosing the tactics of surgical correction of the mitral valve. It was established that in patients of the research group, the following was reliably significant: moderate degree of mitral insufficiency (p = 0.02; χ2 = 9.38), decrease in the systolic function of the left ventricle (p = 0.001; χ2 = 10.75); it was found that calcium deposits on the fibrous ring of the mitral valve were insignificant. When analyzing the morphological changes in patients of the experimental group, we found a significantly lower frequency of anterior leaflet prolapse (p = 0.04; χ2 = 4.21) and in general the frequency of all prolapses of any type, while in the control group the frequency of all prolapses was significantly higher (p = 0.04; χ2 = 4.0). In patients of the control group, a significantly higher frequency of akinesis (p = 0.04; χ2 = 4.21) and hypokinesis zones of the posterior-inferior-lateral wall (p = 0.001; χ2 = 19.76) was established, which is an additional sign of involvement of the chordal-muscular apparatus of the mitral valve in pathological process.
Conclusions. As a result of the study, echocardiographic differences in the structure of the mitral valve were established, which influenced the selection of the intervention volume. It was found that in patients of the experimental group, the early postoperative mortality and the duration of inpatient treatment were significantly higher than in patients of the control group, which indicates the imperfection of the criteria used by cardiac surgeons when choosing the tactics of surgical correction of the mitral valve in an attempt to perform organ-preserving surgery.
The Role of Myocardial Ischemia in the Course of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction in Patients with Cardiorenal Metabolic Syndrome
Authors: Marushko Yevhen Yu. , Mankovskyi Georgii B. , Kucheriava Mariia V.
Published: September 2024

The aim. Analysis of the influence of myocardial ischemia treatment on the left ventricular diastolic function and the levels of N-terminal pro B-type natriuretic peptide (NT-proBNP) in patients with cardiorenal metabolic syndrome.
Materials and methods. The study included 97 patients: 76 with confirmed coronary heart disease (CHD) (treatment group) and 21 with excluded CHD (comparison group), all of whom were examined at the Ukrainian Children’s Cardiac Center from January 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023. The main inclusion criterium for the treatment group was the presence of cardiorenal metabolic syndrome (combination of heart failure, stage ≥3A chronic kidney disease and dysglycemia in the form of type 2 diabetes or prediabetes). In 44 (57.9%) patients of the treatment group, stenosing atherosclerosis of the coronary vessels was detected and percutaneous coronary intervention was performed, while the index of coronary blood flow reserve was determined using dipyridamole test in the remaining patients, after which the diagnosis of microvascular angina was made. Microvascular dysfunction was corrected using complex therapy including nicorandil.
Results. Patients with cardiorenal metabolic syndrome and CHD with normal indicators of left ventricular diastolic function at rest had disturbances in it during stress echocardiography. Patients also had elevated levels of NT-proBNP with normal left ventricular ejection fraction, indicating the presence of heart failure with preserved ejection fraction. There was a significant decrease in left ventricular diastolic dysfunction (E/e’) and serum NT-proBNP levels (p<0.05) in patients with CHD after revascularization or after correction of coronary microvascular dysfunction. The obtained data indicate the role of myocardial ischemia in the development of heart failure with preserved ejection fraction due to impaired left ventricular diastolic function.
Conclusions. In CHD patients with cardiorenal metabolic syndrome, myocardial ischemia disrupts the diastolic function of the left ventricle and leads to higher levels of NT-proBNP. Restoration of myocardial blood supply by percutaneous coronary intervention in coronary artery stenoses or by medication in microvascular angina improves left ventricular diastolic function and leads to a decrease in the serum level of NT-proBNP.
Piyasa Çarpanları ile Portföy Oluşturma: BİST’te Bir Uygulama
Authors: Yalçın Selçuk
Published: September 2024

Portföy oluşturma sürecinde portföye dahil edilecek hisse senetlerini doğru belirleme önemli bir süreçtir. Literatürde doğru hisse senedini belirlemek için farklı değerleme yöntemleri kullanılan farklı çalışmalar mevcuttur. Bu çalışmada portföye dahil edilecek hisse senetlerini belirlemek için piyasa çarpanları yöntemi kullanılmıştır. Çalışmada piyasa çarpanları yöntemi kullanarak oluşturulacak portföyler ile Borsa İstanbul (BİST) 100 Endeksi’nin getirisi üzerinde bir getiri elde edilip edilemeyeceği araştırılmıştır. Bu amaçla çalışmada BİST’te yer alan 12 farklı sektör belirlenmiş ve bu sektörde yer alan şirketler içerisinden 3 farklı piyasa çarpanı (F/K, FD/FAVÖK ve PD/DD) kullanılarak portföyler oluşturulmuştur. 5 yıl boyunca 15 farklı portföy oluşturulmuş olup her bir portföyün performansı incelenmiştir. Bu portföylerin getiri ve risk hesaplamaları yapılarak BİST 100 Endeksi ile karşılaştırılmıştır. Çalışmada piyasa çarpanları kullanılarak oluşturulan portföylerin hepsi BİST 100 Endeksi ile karşılaştırıldığında daha düşük risk ve daha yüksek getiri
sağlamıştır. Özellikle de F/K ve PD/DD çarpanlarıyla oluşturulan portföyler daha iyi sonuçlar sağlamıştır. Çalışmanın sonucunda yatırımcıların portföy oluşturma süreçlerinde F/K ve PD/DD çarpanlarını kullanarak portföy oluşturmalarının yatırımcılara fayda sağlayacağı sonucuna ulaşılmıştır.
Comparison of Studies Conducted in the Field of Neuromarketing and Artificial Intelligence Using Bibliometric Method
Authors: Ballı Abdullah
Published: September 2024

Abstract
Neuromarketing research focuses on consumer purchase intention, decision-making processes, purchase behavior, brand awareness, brand loyalty, and repeat purchase behavior. In these studies, consumer behavior has been analyzed using neuroscientific methods and tools. The most commonly used tools include Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI), Eye Tracking, Electroencephalogram (EEG), Positron Emission Tomography (PET), Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), Magnetoencephalogram (MEG), Steady State Topography (SST), Implicit Association Test (IAT), Facial Electromyography (fEMG), Automatic Face Coding (AFC), Skin Conductance Response (SCR), and other methods for measuring physiological responses. However, the use of these neuroscientific tools is not always possible due to economic constraints and lack of experimental design. Neuroscientific imaging and measurement methods are not preferred in every study due to their high costs and expertise requirements. However, when neuromarketing studies are examined, it is seen that methods such as Eye Tracking, EEG and fMRI are used more widely. These tools contribute to a deeper understanding of consumer behavior. In order to better analyze consumer behavior, it is of great importance to convey marketing stimuli and messages correctly. In the field of marketing, the effect of stimuli conveyed to consumers using the five senses is one of the focal points of neuromarketing. More than one neuroscientific method should be used together to understand consumer intentions, thoughts and purchasing behaviors. In this way, the obtained data can be analyzed more comprehensively and clearer insights can be provided about neuromarketing. The aim of this study is to present a comprehensive assessment of the use of neuroscientific tools by examining the publications in the field of neuromarketing in the Web of Science database between 2010-2024 with bibliometric analysis. The study will address the limitations of not using more than one neuroscientific tool together in neuromarketing research and the inadequacy of analyses supported by artificial intelligence. A more holistic approach will be proposed to address these shortcomings and a guiding resource for future research will be created.
The Arab Spring and Russia's Middle East Policy
Authors: Hamzaoğlu Halit , Merdan Ali Samir
Published: September 2024

Russia's Middle East policy has undergone a significant change following the occurrence of the Arab Spring. The main reason for this change was the new strategic realities created by the Arab Spring in the region. Russia first considered the Arab Spring as a regional domestic issue, but this perspective changed as outside influences became involved in the events. The Western powers viewing the Arab Spring as a new regional political configuration influenced the overall framework of this change. The development that had the greatest impact on Russia's approach to the Arab Spring was the events in Libya. NATO's military intervention in Libya has led to the disruption of Russia's gains in the region. In this context, the Libyan issue has provided an opportunity for Russia to radically reconsider its Middle East policy. Unlike the reluctant and cautious attitude in Libya, Russia's regional policy on Syria has taken a more concrete form. Russia’s military operation in Syria can be considered in this context. It is impossible to consider the military operation in 2015 in isolation from the developments that emerged after the annexation of Crimea, which led to Russia's relative international isolation. The paradigm shifts and differences in approach in Russian foreign policy after 2014 should not be ignored within this context.
A Hybrid Multidimensional Performance Measurement Model Using the MSD-MPSI-RAWEC Model for Turkish Banks
Authors: Akbulut Osman Yavuz , Aydın Yüksel
Published: September 2024

Abstract
The purpose of the paper is to analyze the multidimensional sustainability performance of deposit banks that operate in the Turkish banking industry. For this aim, the current research presents a novel hybrid decision-making model comprising of MSD, MPSI and RAWEC methodologies. In the developed decision-making model, the MSD and the MPSI objective weighting methods are utilized to assign significance weights to the criteria, while the RAWEC, a relatively new technique, is employed for banks' ranking. In order to check the robustness of the recommended model, various sensitivity and benchmark analyses were conducted. According to the findings of the study, the most important criterion in determining the sustainability performance of deposit banks is the total hours spent on employee training. Moreover, the most successful bank in terms of multidimensional sustainability is Garanti BBVA. Furthermore, sensitivity and comparison analyses prove that the integrated framework in this study is a powerful, reliable and useful decision tool that can be utilized in assessing the sustainability performance of banks. Besides, practical and managerial implications based on the findings of the applied decision-making tool are discussed.
STUDY OF THE INFLUENCE OF THE CHEMICAL COMPOSITION OF RAILWAY AXLE STEEL ON THE UNIFORMITY OF THE FINAL MICROSTRUCTURE
Authors: Babachenko O.I. , Kononenko G.A. , Balakhanova T.V. , Safronova O.A. , Demetieva Zh.A.
Published: September 2024

The relevance of the work. For modern railway transport, increasing the strength and operational reliability of rolling stock parts, in particular railway axles, is an urgent task. It is known that the inhomogeneity of the distribution of chemical elements in the structure of structural grade carbon steels is formed mainly during their crystallization and may subsequently affect the final structural state and set of properties. Purpose. Study of the influence of the chemical composition of steels for railway axles on the uniformity of the structure. Methodology. Experimental ingots of different chemical compositions with different amounts and ratios of the main chemical elements within the range of OS and EA1N were produced in laboratory conditions. The grain structure was studied on microsections after etching with nital. Chemical inhomogeneity (“traces” of the dendritic structure) − the distribution of chemical elements in the microstructure of cast samples was detected by etching in a hot solution of sodium picrate. Metallographic analysis was performed on a light (optical) microscope “Axiovert 200 M MAT” manufactured by “Carl Zeiss”. The results. The effect of changing the chemical composition of carbon steel, which is intended for the manufacture of railway axles, on the peculiarities of the formation of ferrite-pearlite heterogeneity and grain size is determined. It is shown that in samples of steels corresponding to the EA1N brand with a lower carbon content, the distribution of phases is uneven. The mechanism of formation of such a structure is explained from the point of view of two theories. In samples of steels with an average carbon content, which correspond to steel of the OS grade, the distribution of the pearlite and ferrite phases is more uniform, the relationship between the size and the degree of darkening of the pearlite areas with the order of the former dendritic branches has been established. Based on the results of the quantitative analysis of the final grain structure, it was established that OS steel with an average carbon content at different Mn/Si ratios has a more uniform grain structure. EA1N steel with a lower carbon content has a pronounced grain size, with an increase in the Mn/Si ratio, the largest maximum of the dependence of the distribution shifts to a larger grain size (smaller number). Practical results. Increasing the homogeneity of the final microstructure contributes to increasing the plasticity and viscosity of steel, which directly affects the reliability and durability of railway axles.
EXTREMELY DEFORMED SINTERED COPPER NANOCOMPOSITES STRUCTURE AND PROPERTIES EVOLUTION
Authors: Roslyk I.G. , Nosko O.A. , Kovzik A.M. , Aiupova T.A. , Aiupov O.A.
Published: September 2024

The purpose of the work is to determine the structure and mechanical properties of sintered copper (including those containing carbon nanotubes) after intensive plastic deformation by torsion. Methodology: The research objects are samples of copper powder PMS-1 (GOST 4960-75), copper powder with a 45 microns’ fraction, copper powder PMS-1 with the carbon nanotubes addition 1 % by weight, manufactured by double pressing − sintering, with a 700 MPa final pressure, temperature of 950 °C, and subjected to intensive plastic deformation by torsion on a Bridgman anvil. The structure is investigated using a Tescan Micra 3 LMU scanning electron microscope. Micromechanical tests were carried out using the “Micron – Gamma” device. Originality. At first, the microstructure and mechanical properties of sintered copper and nanomaterial “copper − carbon nanotubes” after intensive plastic deformation by torsion were investigated. It has been established that intensive plastic deformation by torsion significantly affects the sintered copper samples structure and mechanical properties. The sintered copper grain shape changes from approximately spherical to elongated in the deformation direction, and the grain size decreases by 5−7 times. In the case of “copper + 1 % CNT” nanomaterial intensive deformation, the grain refinement effect is significantly less pronounced. A significant increase in the mechanical properties of sintered copper during intensive plastic deformation has been established. The highest indicators were obtained for the “copper + 1 % CNT” nanomaterial. Practical value. The results of the work can be used in the manufacture of copper products for electrical and thermal purposes with increased wear resistance.
PROBLEMS OF ANALYZING OCCUPATIONAL INJURIES IN THE LIGHT AND TEXTILE INDUSTRIES
Authors: Sokolan Yu.S.
Published: September 2024

Problem statement. One of the main functions of the occupational health and safety management system at enterprises is to analyze occupational injuries and diseases that occur to employees as a result of their work duties in the event of an inadequate state of occupational health and safety at the enterprise. The light and textile industry in Ukraine is characterized by uncertain working conditions, as it is mostly based on small enterprises. The lack of analysis of occupational injuries and their causes complicates the process of developing occupational safety and health measures for enterprises operating in the light and textile industry, respectively. The purpose of the article is to identify the reasons for the complication of the process of analyzing occupational injuries and the issues of analyzing the causes of injuries in the light and textile industries. Conclusions. The analysis of occupational injuries in the light and textile industry has revealed an upward trend in the number of accidents in this sector. Given that over the past four years, the State Statistics Service has not separated the light industry into a separate statistical data collection point, this makes it more difficult to analyze injuries in this area. It was also found that during 2020−2024, the State Labor Service registered fatal and group accidents that were not related to work in the light and textile industry, but were classified as such because the production itself is engaged in light industry. At the same time, the type of work performed by the victim is more likely to be classified as construction or cargo rather than tailoring. The analysis identified the main problems that prevent the identification of the exact causes of accidents in the light and textile industry.
IMPACT THE TREATMENT TYPES OF RECYCLED CONCRETE AGGREGATES ON CONCRETE STRENGTH
Authors: Trykoz L.V. , Zinchenko O.S. , Kalinin O.A. , Nykytynskyi A.V.
Published: September 2024

Problem statement. The National Strategy of waste management in Ukraine until 2030 provides the creation of conditions for market development of usage recycled construction and demolishing waste including the ways of characteristic determination to obtain the regulations for recycled construction and demolishing waste that will let re-use and disposal. One of ways the re-use of deconstructed concrete is the obtaining coarse and fine aggregates for subsequent manufacturing of building materials and products. The ordinary way of recycled aggregates obtaining includes crushing stages that do not allow recovering the purified, i. e. cement-free, aggregates. Therefore, it is necessary to search the effective methods of treatments for producing high quality recycled aggregates. The purpose of the article is compressive strength evaluation of concrete samples with usage of aggregates obtained from waste of railway reinforcement concrete sleepers. The comparison of concrete strength has been done for coarse aggregates which are cleaned with mechanical treatment or impregnation by sodium silicate solution. Conclusions. It is established that both the mechanical purification from old cement-sand mortar rests and impregnation enhance physical and mechanical properties concrete comparing to concrete with untreated aggregates. The mechanical treatment increases the compressive strength and reaches 98 % of compressive strength for concrete with natural aggregates. The impregnation of sodium silicate increases at 10 % concrete strength compare with strength of concrete with untreated aggregates. So, both treatment methods of recycled coarse aggregates can be used for concrete manufacturing with appropriate strength.
DEVELOPMENT OF DRY BUILDING MIXTURES BASED ON REDISPERSIBLE POWDER FOR REGULATING THE PROPERTIES OF PLASTER MIXTURES
Authors: Drozd A.A. , Dehta T.M.
Published: September 2024

The relevance of the work. The results is theoretically substantiated and experimentally confirmed the possibility of obtaining a dry additive-retarder of gypsum setting based on lime and polyvinyl acetate dispersions due to the formation of polyvinyl alcohol and salts of calcium acetate in the result of alkaline hydrolysis of polyvinyl acetate dispersion (PVAD) with the slaked lime in hydrated lime. The results of the work implemented in the production of dry gypsum mixes. Purpose. The development of dry building mixes based on gypsum and time increase of time of their conformance through adding of complex additives on the basis of burnt lime and polyvinyl acetate dispersions [PVAD]. Methodology. The study used standard research techniques to determine physical and mechanical properties of gypsum binders and quality of complex additives according to ДСТУ Б В.2.7-82:2010, ДСТУ Б В.2.7-23-95, ДСТУ Б В.2.7-171:2008. Study of phase composition of materials, micro – and macrostructure was carried out by x-ray diffraction, electron and light microscopy. The results. The influence of the main components of the additive (polyvinyl acetate dispersion and lime) on the properties of hemihydrate gypsum is investigated. The chemistry of the interaction of components of the complex additive, according to which the result of alkaline hydrolysis of polyvinyl acetate is formed: polyvinyl alcohol, a feature of its molecules structure is the presence of hydrophilic OH−groups and the hydrophobic component − a hydrocarbon radical. The hydrophilic part of the molecule being ion adsorbed on the surface of the particles of the binder, forms a monomolecular layer that is oriented with the hydrophobic part of the gypsum particles. It is also possible the formation of calcium acetate Ca(СН3СОО)2, which increases the concentration of calcium ions in solution. The combined effect of hydrolysis products significantly reduce the solubility of hemihydrate, the rate of formation of crystallization centers, due to the slowing effect of these supplements.
UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLES AS AN EFFECTIVE TOOL IN THE INSPECTION OF BRIDGE STRUCTURES
Authors: Zhyvtsova L.I.
Published: September 2024

Statement of the problem. In today's world, technologies are rapidly being introduced into various spheres of our lives, providing new opportunities and increasing the efficiency of various processes. One such technology is unmanned aerial vehicles, which are gaining more and more popularity in the field of engineering and construction. Drones prove to be extremely useful in surveying bridge structures, where safety and efficiency are critical factors. The purpose of the article is to consider the advantages of using unmanned aerial vehicles in the process of inspecting bridge structures and their impact on improving the safety and productivity of this process, photo materials of the state of some bridge structures on the territory of Ukraine are given Conclusions. Conclusions. In the modern world, one of the most relevant ways to obtain information is unmanned aerial vehicles. Their use, with artificial intelligence technologies, is one of the most effective tools in the inspection of bridge structures. Together, they can quickly inspect the object and accurately determine the possible dimensions of damage according to the built three-dimensional model. The data obtained from the object of inspection allow you to manage resources and rationally plan the maintenance and repair of bridge structures. The quality and pace of inspection of both underwater and ground parts of bridge supports are improving. The UAV is capable of inspecting more than 70 km of the flight route in an hour. Drones are a very effective tool for surveying bridge structures, but it is important to be aware of their limitations and solve related problems based on the specific conditions and requirements of the project. It is easier to analyze and evaluate damaged structures as there is a real picture of the survey, taken from a height of some meters.
THE INFLUENCE OF THE DEVELOPMENT OF COMPUTER TECHNOLOGIES ON THE PROCESS OF ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN
Authors: Kovalenko Ye.A. , Ostapenko L.S. , Kharchenko K.S. , Suvorova T.O. , Poliushkin S.S.
Published: September 2024

Problem statement. The history of the development of Petrykiv painting, including the study of the work of folk masters and their followers, their works, as well as consideration of problems and their solutions. The purpose of the article. To study the history of the origin and development of the art of Petrykivka painting. Determination of the stages of development and features in its different periods. Conclusion. The art of Petrikovsky painting is a unique relic of the national artistic tradition, which delegates to the modern world the original culture of the historical cradle of the Zaporizhia Cossacks. His powerful spirit, originality of poetic worldview and profound ethnic folk artistic thinking. Petrykiv decorative painting has in its potential immeasurable possibilities of ancient and eternally young folk art, for entering the sphere of modern life, enrichment of national and world culture. The war situation exacerbates and activates artistic creativity as much as possible. Thanks to the enthusiasm of Petrykiv masters-artists, their desire to support and develop our art, to pass on their skills to descendants, to show the beauty of Petrykiv painting to the whole world, this art form continues to live, improve and surprise with its unique ornament. Due to the significant economic difficulties accumulated during the last decades, an important branch of national culture has reached the critical limit of survival. Ensuring the preservation of historical centers of folk art and folk art crafts of Ukraine is a necessary component of the formation of national consciousness. The following most important strategic directions: state support and protection of the central figure of the industry − its producer, bearer of folk artistic traditions, folk craftsmen and enterprises of historical centers of folk artistic industries; preparation of the future change of folk masters in the creative environment of historical centers of folk art, by reaching different age categories of students, including the creation of specialized secondary educational institutions (schools), which will be gradually expanded as the industry develops; creation of museums in historical centers of folk arts and crafts for the purpose of their popularization, scientific research, assistance in education of future change, development of centers and tourism industry in Ukraine; Petrykiv painting will survive if it finds a new organic “usability”, either by artists of decorative art or by masters of folk art.
PREDICTION OF STRENGTH DEPENDING ON THE INFLUENCE OF THE CHEMICAL COMPOSITION IN THE 40КХНМ ALLOY
Authors: Popova K.V.
Published: September 2024

Introduction. The study is devoted to the analysis of the influence of the chemical composition of the 40КХНМ alloy on its hardness. The relevance of the work lies in the fact that mechanical tests require significant material and time costs. For the operational assessment of metal quality criteria, it is proposed to apply mathematical modeling in the work. Materials and methods. A study of the effect of the chemical composition on the hardness of the 40KHNM alloy, which meets the requirements of the state standard 51397, was carried out. The results of the experiment. In the course of research, it was found that changes in the chemical composition of the 40КХНМ alloy significantly affect its mechanical properties, including hardness and resistance to shock loads. An increase in the content of carbon, molybdenum and chromium in the alloy leads to an increase in its hardness. This is with the formation of stronger carbide and molybdenum phases in the structure of the alloy, which leads to an improvement in its mechanical properties. Increased hardness makes the alloy more resistant to wear and increases its durability in operating conditions. An increase in the nickel content in the alloy leads to an increase in its resistance to shock loads. This is caused by an increase in plasticity and impact toughness of the alloy with an increased nickel content. Higher resistance to shock loads makes the alloy suitable for use in conditions that require high resistance to shocks, for example, in the production of machine parts and equipment. A mathematical model of the dependence of the strength of the alloy on the percentage content of the components of the chemical composition was built, which allows to control the indicators of the strength of the alloy in the process of its manufacture. Conclusions. The research results confirm that changes in the chemical composition of the 40КХНМ alloy have a significant impact on its mechanical properties. As a result of the experiments, it was established that the chemical composition of the metal significantly affects the hardness of the material. By changing the composition of the metal, it was possible to achieve a significant increase in hardness to levels that meet the requirements of quality standards. These results are an important step in optimizing the production processes and improving the properties of the final products from the 40КХНМ alloy.
О социальной эволюции как части мегаэволюции
Authors: Гринин Леонид , Гринин Антон
Published: September 2024

The present article is devoted to the issue of the unity of laws, patterns and mechanisms of evolution in all its phases and levels, as well as to the clarification of the aspects of the similarity between social evolution and previous phases in a single process of universal evolution, or megaevolution. Despite the enormous differences between cosmic, planetary, chemical, biological and social forms of evolution, there are many similarities between them. In this article we will consider a number of important similarities which we believe clearly demonstrate the systemic-structural and functional-evolutionary unity of the world at its different levels and in various domains. Understanding of these similarities deepens our perception of social evolution and its patterns and moves us away from the misconception that social evolution is different in all aspects from the evolution of previous levels.
К вопросу о проблематике отечественной бюрократии: социально-философское рассмотрение
Authors: Иваненко Игорь
Published: September 2024

The article is an attempt at an unbiased assessment of the role of the Russian bureaucracy in the context of the socio-historical process. Despite the diversity of the available theoretical approaches to the phenomenon of domestic bureaucracy, the analysis of historical facts shows that only a centrally soldered authoritarian model that ensures the realization of mobilization potential demonstrated effectiveness. In the course of the historical evolution of the state apparatus, a political and managerial tradition has been formed – a historically established, stable and repetitive system of norms and rules that determines the type of relations primarily within the political and administrative sphere. At present, the domestic bureaucracy is one of the main contradictions for the national social system, playing the role of thesis and antithesis at the same time. On the one hand, the established state administrative apparatus is organically connected with society, and its destruction will inevitably lead to the social system into a systemic crisis, or even to a rapid collapse. On the other hand, the destructive influence of bureaucratization is obvious and boils down to the following points: 1) a lack of flexibility and speed in decision-making, which is relevant in today’s rapidly changing world; 2) a tendency to minimise grassroots initiatives, the potential of which is not adequately understood by the majority of the population; 3) alienation between the population and administrative officials, who are increasingly becoming a separate group, working against social unity and integrity.
THE ATTRACTIONS OF GUAR KEPAH ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE, PENANG, MALAYSIA AS AN ARCHAEOLOGICAL HERITAGE TOURISM SITE
Authors:   Independent Researcher, Bedong, Kedah, Malaysia, ABD HALIM Mohd Hasfarisham , SHAHIDAN Shaiful ,   Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Bangi, Malaysia, MASAN Shyeh Sahibul Karamah ,   Universiti Sains Malaysia, Center for Global Archaeological Research, Penang, Malaysia, SAIDIN Mokhtar ,   Independent Researcher, Sungai Petani, Kedah, Malaysia
Published: September 2024

The Guar Kepah archaeological site in Penang, Malaysia, has been the focus of archaeological re search since 1860, revealing important insights into the prehistoric maritime community that inhabited the area approximately 5,000 years ago. Excavations at the site have revealed human skeletons, teeth, stone tools, and pottery, providing evidence of the community's burial traditions and material culture. The primary data collected from these excavations has facilitated the development of the site's tourism sector, with plans underway to establish the Guar Kepah Archaeological Center (GKAC). This study emphasises the importance of utilising primary data to create compelling narratives that contribute to the development of archaeological heritage tour packages. The Guar Kepah site serves as a case study for the development of archaeotourism, highlighting the need for a balance between site preservation and providing authentic experience to cultural tourists. The findings from this site have the potential to shed light on human relations with aquatic habitats, the importance of the mari ne environment in human evolution and ecology, island colonisation, and the establishment of maritime trade networks. The development of the Guar Kepah site as an archaeological heritage tourism location in northern Peninsular Malaysia demonstrates the commitment of the government and stakeholders to promoting sustainable heritage tourism in the region.
Some Developments and Vulnerabilities in the Child Rights Protection System under the Umbrella of the European Family
Authors: Oprescu Mihaela-Adriana
Published: September 2024

Bearing in mind that the European Economic Community was originally a purely economic construction, there is no consistent and relevant degree of conventionality in the relationship between the EU, on the one hand, and the family, in all its configuration, on the other. However, indirectly, through its own policies, the Union has shaped certain aspects of the concept of family, the free movement of European citizens and their family members being a case in point. In this study we aim to determine to what extent we can speak of the existence of the concept of the European family and to present the European standards that circumscribe the child in a family unit, including the adaptation of some "classic" rights of EU law to best suit the specific interests and needs of the child. Last but not least, we aim to present some vulnerabilities in the European system of protection of children's rights, caused either by inconsistency of the European legislator or by a lack of refinement in the interpretation of legal provisions relating to fundamental rights. Keywords: Child; Freedom of movement; Citizenship; Family member
Shifting Paradigms: The Controversy and Complexity of LGBTI Protection in Indonesia as the Biggest Muslim Country
Authors: Susanti Ida
Published: September 2024

The existence of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Intersexual (LGBTI) as a legal subject in a religious community like Indonesia is very problematic. When religious values control a community, the members will use their holy books to measure whether any commotion or condition is tolerable. Collisions between the law of religion (such as Sharia Law of Muslims) and national law are sometimes unavoidable. Most conservative religious values may not protect and acknowledge the existence of LGBTI people, while national law must recognise the ratified international conventions, especially regarding human rights. It creates a different treatment between national law and religious law. Protection of the rights of LGBTI in Indonesia is barely reported. This study will be important to share how Indonesia copes with LGBTI legal problems and protections. The method of this study is a juridical normative study, by evaluating Indonesian positive law, the living law ruled by the Indonesian Court Decrees, and any decree or decision made by Indonesian executive and judicative bodies, which become the basis for determining the existence of rights and protections of LGBTI people. Classification of the protection from various sectors of laws will be identified, to conclude the protection level of LGBTI people in Indonesian law. Keywords: LGBTI; Indonesia; Positive law; Religious values.
The Impact of Bankruptcy Prediction, Company Growth, and Audit Quality on the Acceptance of Going Concern Audit Opinions
Authors: Muhamad Rivan Farizi  , Lia Dahlia Iryani  , Mulyaningsih May
Published: September 2024

This study aims to analyze the effect of bankruptcy prediction, company growth, and audit quality on the acceptance of going concern audit opinions. The research was conducted on cement sub-sector companies listed on the Indonesian Stock Exchange (IDX) from 2018 to 2022. The study utilizes a sample of annual financial statements audited by independent auditors. Data collection was performed by downloading audited annual financial reports. The analysis employed SPSS version 26, using logistic regression and hypothesis testing. The results indicate that, individually, bankruptcy prediction, company growth, and audit quality have no significant effect on the acceptance of going concern audit opinions. Additionally, simultaneous testing reveals that these factors do not have a significant collective impact on the issuance of going concern audit opinions in cement sub-sector companies listed on the IDX for the period 2018-2022.
Mediating Effects of Earnings after Tax: Cost of Good Sold, Sales Growth, and Dividend Payout Ratio
Authors: Gina Sakinah  , Ponirah Ade , Iwan Setiawan  , Awang Dody Kardeli  , Izzul Haq Firman Maulana
Published: September 2024

The research aims to analyze the mediating effect of Earning After Tax on the influence of Cost of Good Sold (COGS) and Sales Growth on the Dividend Payout Ratio (DPR). This research uses a descriptive verification method with a quantitative approach. The research method uses classical assumption, associative, and path analyses. The analysis in this research is supported by the use of SPSS for Windows version 23. The data is secondary data from the Indonesian Stock Exchange website (www.idx.co.id). Based on the research results, it was concluded that there is a significant influence between the Cost of Good Sold (COGS) on the Dividend Payout Ratio (DPR) in consumer goods industry companies listed on the Jakarta Islamic Index (JII) for the 2011-2019 period with the results t count > t table (2.075 > 2.042) so Ha is accepted. There is an insignificant influence between Sales Growth on the Dividend Payout Ratio (DPR) in consumer good industry companies listed on the Jakarta Islamic Index (JII) for the 2011-2019 period because t count < t table (1.458 < 2.042), so Ho is accepted. There is a significant influence between Earning After Tax (EAT) and the Dividend Payout Ratio (DPR) in consumer goods industry companies listed on the Jakarta Islamic Index (JII) for the 2011-2019 period. Ha is accepted with the results t count > t table (4.237 > 2.042). Meanwhile, the Cost of Good Sold (COGS) influences the Dividend Payout Ratio (DPR) through Earning After Tax (EAT) Z value (2.702) and p-value 0.006 < 0.050. Moreover, Sales Growth influences the Dividend Payout Ratio (DPR) through Earning After Tax (EAT) Z value (2.178) and p-value 0.0296 < 0.050.