bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Evaluation of Fuel Economy Benefits of Radar-Based Driver Assistance
in Randomized Traffic
Authors: Kerbel Lindsey , Yoon Daniel , Loiselle Keith , Ayalew Beshah , Ivanco Andrej
Published: May 2023

Certain advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) have the potential to boost
energy efficiency in real-world scenarios. This article details a radar-based
driver assistance scheme designed to minimize fuel consumption for a commercial
vehicle by predictively optimizing braking and driving torque inputs while
accommodating the driver’s demand. The workings of the proposed scheme are then
assessed with a novel integration of the driver assistance functionality in
randomized traffic microsimulation. Although standardized test procedures are
intended to mimic urban and highway speed profiles for the purposes of
evaluating fuel economy and emissions, they do not explicitly consider the
interactions present in real-world driving between the ego vehicle equipped with
ADAS and other vehicles in traffic. This article presents one approach to
address the drawback of standardized test procedures for evaluating the fuel
economy benefits of ADAS technologies. This approach is demonstrated by using a
microsimulation of a traffic network into which the ego vehicle with the
proposed driver assistance scheme is embedded for continuous interaction with
the traffic. The analysis and results from stochastic simulations consider
variations in the behavioral style of the driver of the ego vehicle and the
traffic density. Strong variations, up to 10% in the fuel economy benefits, are
observed between both variations presented in this study and what is obtained in
typical deterministic evaluations mirroring standard test procedures.
Reaction Rod Link in Rear Cab Suspension to Control Cab Dynamics in
Tractor-Semitrailer Vehicles
Authors: Bhat Sindhoor
Published: May 2023

Articulated vehicles form an important part of our society for the transport of
goods. Compared to rigid trucks, tractor-trailer combinations can transport huge
quantities of load without increasing the axle load. The fifth wheel (FW) acts
as a bridge between the tractor and trailer, which can be moved within the range
to achieve rated front and rear axle loads. When the FW is moved front, it
adversely affects the cab dynamics and cab suspension forces. Compared to the
cab pitch and roll, yaw motion increases drastically. The current study tries to
address this issue by providing reaction rod links in the rear cab
suspension.

In this study, a 4×2 tractor with a three-axle semitrailer is considered by
keeping the FW at its frontmost position, which is the worst-case scenario for a
cab. Three different cases of reaction rod arrangement and its influence on cab
dynamics are studied in comparison with a model without reaction rods. To assess
this, time signal–based relative pseudo-fatigue damage, power spectral density
(PSD), and level crossing plots are analyzed.

The outcome shows that cab pitch, roll, and yaw motion reduce by a considerable
amount with the presence of a reaction rod. Cab suspension forces will also
reduce. The horizontal V-inclination of the reaction rod plays a major role in
improving cab yaw motion and reducing the lateral forces. A straight link
without any inclination helps in reducing the pitch and roll motion of the
cab.
Process Parameter Optimization of Abrasive Jet, Ultrasonic, Laser
Beam, Electrochemical, and Plasma Arc Machining Processes Using Optimization
Techniques: A Review
Authors: Pandey Arun Kumar Sriram , Saroj Ankit , Srivastava Anshuman
Published: May 2023

A comprehensive literature review of the optimization techniques used for the
process parameter optimization of Abrasive Jet Machining (AJM), Ultrasonic
Machining (USM), Laser Beam Machining (LBM), Electrochemical Machining (ECM),
and Plasma Arc Machining (PAM) are presented in this review article. This review
article is an extension of the review work carried out by previous researchers
for the process parameter optimization of non-traditional machining processes
using various advanced optimization algorithms. The review period considered for
the same is from 2012 to 2022. The prime motive of this review article is to
find out the sanguine effects of various optimization techniques used for the
optimization of various considered objectives of selected non-traditional
machining processes in addition to deemed materials and foremost process
parameters. It is found that most of the researchers have more inclination
towards the minimization of Surface Roughness (SR) compared to the maximization
of the Material Removal Rate (MRR) as their objective function for AJM and PAM.
Similarly, for USM and ECM, researchers are more inclined towards the
maximization of MRR compared to the minimization of SR. Minimization of the
Heat-Affected Zone (HAZ) and SR are the two most considered response parameters
for the LBM and its allied processes. This study provides ready-to-use details
on the use of various advanced optimization techniques for AJM, USM, LBM, ECM,
and PAM, with the considered workpiece material, process parameters, and imposed
limitations. This review work is carried out on such a large scale that it will
help future researchers and industrialists to decide their research
direction.
Optimization of Daily Vibration Dose during Different Ride Parameters
among Tractor Driving
Authors: Prakash Chander , Singh Lakhwinder Pal , Gupta Ajay
Published: May 2023

This research examined tractor operators’ daily vibration exposure A(8) with
different input riding parameters, i.e., average speed (m/s) (2.78, 3.89, 5.0),
body mass (BM) (kg/m2) (35.3, 32.6, 25.4), and different terrain
types (brick, farm, and tar roads). To arrange the systematic sequence of
experiments, Taguchi’s L9 orthogonal array has been selected for this study. The
signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) is calculated to analyze the overall influence of
input parameters over the output parameters. In this study, it is found that
A(8) responses exceeded the recommended action value among all the tractor
operators according to ISO 2631-1 (1997). The average speeds and various terrain
conditions were shown to be the most influential significant variables
(p ≤ 0.05), with percentage contributions of 53.71% and
11.53%, respectively. The predicted linear and linear interaction values in a
regression model are quite similar to the experimental values, with mean error
percentages of 3.89% and 2.27%, respectively. As comfort is essential for the
tractor operator, the results of this research may be used in the design of
tractor seats to improve comfort. The approach is unique in the Indian context
for the comfort of the tractor driver.
Experimental Study on Combustion Characteristics and Regulated and
Unregulated Emissions of a Common-Rail Diesel Engine Fueled with Waste Cooking
Oil Biodiesel
Authors: Ji Hong , Meng Jian , Li Zongyu , Wang Baoli , Meng Fanyan , Xu Wenke
Published: May 2023

The demand for fossil fuels can be reduced and environmental harm can be
minimized by producing biodiesel from used cooking oil. This article was focused
on investigating the combustion characteristics and regulated and unregulated
emissions of a common-rail diesel engine fueled with different mixed
concentrations of biodiesel and diesel fuel, including pure diesel fuel (B0),
B10 (diesel containing 10%vol of biodiesel), B20, and B30. Experiments were
conducted with three engine loads, corresponding to brake mean effective
pressures (BMEP) of 0.289 MPa, 0.578 MPa, and 0.867 MPa at a constant speed of
1540 rpm. At medium and high loads, the waste cooking oil biodiesel (WCOB)
increased in-cylinder pressure, advanced both the peak heat release rate and
heat release center (CA50), shrunk the ignition delay (ID), and extended
combustion duration (CD). The high viscosity of B30 blends under low load
worsened the spray and led to poor combustion. Under high-load conditions,
carbon dioxide (CO2) and nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions
increased by 14.3% and 3.1%, while carbon monoxide (CO), soot, and total
hydrocarbon (THC) emissions decreased by 13.3%, 31.4%, and 30.37%, respectively,
for the B30 blend compared to diesel. The emission trends for nitrogen dioxide
(NO2), formaldehyde (HCHO), methane (CH4), ammonia
(NH3), ethylene (C2H4), and
formic acid (HCOOH) were consistent with increasing volume ratios of WCOB under
the three loads. And they had the lowest emissions at 75% load for B30, with
reductions of 70.5%, 66.7%, 18.4%, 78.8%, 13.2%, and 84.6%, respectively,
compared to diesel. Acetaldehyde (MECHO) emissions increased with increasing
WCOB blending volume ratio at 25% load condition and were highest at the B30
blend. The above results show that the B30 blend is the most effective in
reducing unregulated emissions under all three load conditions, especially at
medium and high loads.
Use of Ferritic SS444 in Exhaust Gas Cooling for Gasoline Engine
Authors: Damle Pankaj , Chawda Tejesh
Published: May 2023

With the introduction of CAFÉ norms (Corporate Average Fuel Economy or Efficiency) in automobile industries, gasoline engines must improve their fuel economy by reducing overall CO2 footprints. To fulfil this demand many OEMs have adopted the use of exhaust gas circulation coolers (EGR)

Most of the gasoline engines are having exhaust gas temperatures ranging from 650-850°C, these gases could also be highly corrosive in nature. It’s very important to select the right grade of stainless steel which should have high corrosion resistance and oxidation properties. It should also withstand high temperatures and should have low sensitization at high temperatures.

Most of grades stainless steel offers high resistance against corrosion, high temperature properties. But good sensitization at high temperature is not always associated with all grades of steel.

To compare corrosion resistivity, PREN number (Pitting Resistance Equivalent Number) plays important role. Highest the PREN number highest is the resistance to corrosion. Based on initial screening SS316L and SS444 grade are selected to undergo various test to demonstrate and compare corrosion, oxidation, and sensitization properties.

These materials have gone under various tests like condensate corrosion test as per VDA 230-214 K-1.2 standard, for 1000 hours. After each test, material microstructure properties have been analysed and results are compared. This technical paper includes advantage of material grade in terms of austenitic vs ferritic, manufacturing process, joining process (weldability or brazing), cost and the application where is it most suitable to use.
Immunity to Conducted Transients on Power Leads
Authors:   Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Standards
Published: May 2023

This SAE Standard defines methods and apparatus to evaluate electronic devices for immunity to potential interference from conducted transients along battery feed or switched ignition inputs. Test apparatus specifications outlined in this procedure were developed for components installed in vehicles with 12-V systems (passenger cars and light trucks, 12-V heavy-duty trucks, and vehicles with 24-V systems). Presently, it is not intended for use on other input/output (I/O) lines of the device under test (DUT).
The Measurement of Highway Truck and Bus Tire Rolling Resistance
Authors:   Truck and Bus Tire Committee
Published: May 2023

The force, torque, and energy methods of measurement are all in common use and should yield the same test results. Effects of steering, traction, and non steady-state tire operations are excluded from the recommended practice because they are still in the research stage. Methods of correcting laboratory data to road conditions are being developed.
Classification System for Rubber Materials
Authors:   Committee on Automotive Rubber Specs
Published: May 2023

This classification system tabulates the properties of vulcanized rubber materials (natural rubber, reclaimed rubber, synthetic rubbers, alone or in combination) that are intended for, but not limited to, use in rubber products for automotive applications.
Self-Propelled Sweepers and Scrubbers - Maximum Gradient Rating During Hopper Discharge
Authors:   MTC2, Sweeper, Cleaner, and Machinery
Published: May 2023

This SAE Standard establishes the maximum gradient rating during hopper discharge of self-propelled, driver-operated sweepers and scrubbers as defined by SAE J2130-1 and SAE J2130-2.
Active Safety Systems Terms and Definitions
Authors:   Active Safety Systems Standards Committee
Published: May 2023

This SAE Information Report provides a compendium of terms, definitions, abbreviations, and acronyms to enable common terminology for use in engineering reports, diagnostic tools, and publications related to active safety systems. This information report is a survey of active safety systems and related terms. The definitions offered are descriptions of functionality rather than technical specifications. Included are warning and momentary intervention systems, which do not automate any part of the dynamic driving task (DDT) on a sustained basis (SAE Level 0 as defined in SAE J3016), as well as definitions of select features that perform part of the DDT on a sustained basis (SAE Level 1 and 2).
System Theoretic Process Analysis (STPA) Recommended Practices for Evaluations of Safety-Critical Systems in Any Industry
Authors:   Functional Safety Committee
Published: May 2023

This document provides recommended practices regarding how System Theoretic Process Analysis (STPA) may be applied to safety-critical systems in any industry.
Desorption of Brake Friction Materials
Authors:   Brake Linings Standards Committee
Published: May 2023

This SAE Recommended Practice specifies a method to reduce and stabilize the moisture of products containing brake friction material (disc brake pads, drum brake shoes, friction blocks) so the parts are conditioned and maintained in a stable low moisture state.
Electroplating and Related Finishes
Authors:   Metals Technical Committee
Published: May 2023

Electroplating is a process whereby an object is coated with one or more relatively thin, tightly adherent layers of one or more metals. It is accomplished by placing the object to be coated on a plating rack or a fixture, or in a basket or in a rotating container in such a manner that a suitable current may flow through it, and then immersing it in a series of solutions and rinses in planned sequence. The advantage to be gained by electroplating may be considerable; broadly speaking, the process is used when it is desired to endow the basis material (selected for cost, material conservation, and physical property reasons) with surface properties it does not possess.

It should be noted that although electroplating is the most widely used process for applying metals to a substrate, they may also be applied by spraying, vacuum deposition, cladding, hot dipping, chemical reduction, mechanical plating, etc. The purpose for applying an electroplate and the metals used for various applications follow.
ENGINE OIL PUMP PERFORMANCE AND DURABILITY TEST PROCEDURES
Authors:   USCAR
Published: May 2023

SAE/USCAR-46 defines test methods and outputs for engine oil pump bench testing. Performance and durability testing are the primary focus of this standard. This is written to specifically address testing of electronically controlled variable displacement pumps but can be adapted to mechanically controlled pumps and other pump technologies as needed. This standard outlines critical inputs and outputs in order to perform the testing and report results, but does not specifically set the acceptance standards or pass/fail criteria. Acceptance criteria must be set by the customer.
Consumption of medicines among pharmacy students during the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors:   Institute of Biological and Health Sciences, Araguaia Campus - Federal University of Mato Grosso – UFMT, Barra do Garças, MT, Brazil., Piza Isabel Cristina de Lima , Suchara Eliane Aparecida ,   Institute of Biological and Health Sciences, Araguaia Campus - Federal University of Mato Grosso – UFMT, Barra do Garças, MT, Brazil.
Published: May 2023

The indiscriminate use of medicines is an important health problem and it is a habit that is not restricted only to a specific age group. This article aimed to investigate during the COVID-19 pandemic the consumption of medicines among pharmacy students and to investigate their search for guidance from a pharmaceutical professional. This is a descriptive, observational and cross-sectional epidemiological study applied to students of the pharmacy course in Barra do Garças, Mato Grosso. The sample corresponded to 47.2% (67) of the students of the private institution and with 52.5% (74) of the public network. It was observed that 46% of the interviewees came to use some medication during the pandemic in order to treat a possible manifestation of COVID-19, and 44% used it without having the diagnosis of the disease, corroborating with what was observed during the pandemic, the search for drug means to treat and/or to prevent COVID-19. The most commonly used medications were vitamin C, vitamin D, ivermectin and azithromycin. Regarding the use of other remedies, such as teas, 56.8% of the participants did not use such alternatives. Although 85% of the interviewees were aware of the functions performed by the pharmacist, only 32.6% sought pharmaceutical guidance in the pandemic. It was concluded that the consumption of medicines was frequent among the students of the pharmacy course, including the practice of self-medication. The demand for pharmaceutical guidance was low, allowing us to infer that there is a demand for efforts aimed at intensifying the importance of the pharmaceutical professional and the rational use of medicines among university students.
Power Hegemony: The New Era of Chinese Socialism with the Character of XI Jinping
Authors: Maya Arthuur Jeverson
Published: May 2023

This research seeks to unravel the influence of Xi Jinping's "superpower" on the world as a sign of a new era of Chinese socialism with the character of Xi Jinping. Reliable and mystical ideas put Xi Jinping on an equal footing with Mao Zedong and Deng Xiaoping. This means that the dogma of Chinese socialism is entering a new era with the character of Xi Jinping's thought. Using the theory of hegemony proposed by Ernesto Laclau, this research reveals Xi Jinping's ideas that are the truth agreement of Chinese society and the regions within the framework of the Belt and Road Initiative. More than his predecessors, Xi Jinping has sought to lock down western ideas and push for economic harmonization of a version of "market socialism."
Determinants of Insurance Awareness and Perceived Value and Their Impact on Unit Linked Insurance Customer Retention With The COVID-19 Pandemic as Moderator
Authors: Antony Japari , Budi Hermana , Sudaryanto Sudaryanto
Published: May 2023

Purpose – During the covid 19 pandemic life insurance companies faced matter of concerning to extension of customers of unit linked insurance policies. Unit-linked life insurance product has become a major contributor to the company's profits. This study aims to investigate the factors that influence insurance awareness and perceived value and their impact on customer retention with the covid 19 pandemic as a moderator.

Design/methodology/approach – This study conducted an online survey and total of 230 completed questionnaires were collected from customers in Jakarta. The data was analyzed using SmartPLS software.

Findings – Results indicate that insurance awareness, perceived value, and covid 19 pandemic significantly influence customer retention. Insurance agents, psychological factors and financial literacy significantly influence insurance awareness. E-service quality significantly affects perceived value. The interaction between the covid 19 pandemic and insurance awareness and the interaction between the covid 19 pandemic and perceived value did not significantly affect customer retention.

Originality/value – The study contributes to the marketing literature by proposing a conceptual model: the life insurance customer retention model. The findings offer practical guidance to life insurance companies to keep the customer loyalty.
USING COOPERATIVE LEARNING TO REDUCE STUDENTS’ MISCONCEPTIONS IN BIOLOGY: A STUDY OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN DELTA CENTRAL SENATORIAL DISTRICT, NIGERIA
Authors: Obigbor F. O. , Ajaja O. P.
Published: May 2023

The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of the use of cooperative learning in reducing students’ misconceptions about Biology in Delta Central Senatorial District. To guide this study, six research questions and their corresponding hypotheses were raised and tested at a 0.05 level of significance. The design of the study was quasi-experimental design. The sampling technique was the simple random sampling technique. The samples of the study consisted of six mixed public secondary schools in six local government areas in Delta State, 240 students and six Biology teachers. The instrument for data collection was a two-tier diagnostic test (TTDT). The instrument’s validity and reliability were properly determined before use. The reliability of TTDT was found to be 0.89 using Kuder-Richardson 21 formula. The data collected were analyzed using mean, standard deviation, t-test and ANCOVA. The major findings of the study include: a significant effect of cooperative learning; a significant difference in the mean corrected misconception score between students taught biology using cooperative learning and lecture method; a non-significant difference in mean corrected misconception scores between male and female students taught using cooperative learning; non-significant interaction effect between sex and method of instruction on students corrected misconception; significant effect of cooperative learning on students’ achievement; and significant difference in achievement scores between students taught biology using cooperative learning and those taught using lecture method. It was concluded that the adoption of cooperative learning strategies may be appropriate for the teaching and learning of Biology to reduce students’ misconceptions and improve achievement. It is therefore recommended that the Ministry of Education should organise special training for teachers on the use and implementation of cooperative learning.
 

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PRICE FORECASTING OF FULLY DRESSED CHICKEN IN THE PHILIPPINES
Authors: Sabroso Leomar M. , Bugarin Joeteddy B.
Published: May 2023

The Philippine chicken industry has been dominated by backyard farmers. This study was conducted to determine the market trend and forecast the price of fully dressed chicken in Davao City. A monthly time series of secondary data was used in the study obtained from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) from January 1990 to January 2021, analyzed using an ARMA/ARIMA model to forecast the price and analyze the trend. The result revealed that the best-fit model was ARIMA (3, 1, 1), which indicated high price volatility throughout the analysis (p-value = 0.000) and the model indicates that the forecasted price from 2021-2024 is consistent.

JEL: Q10; Q12; Q13

 

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BREAKING DOWN BARRIERS: PROPOSALS FOR OVERCOMING CHALLENGES IN STUDENT PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Authors: Fujita Takaaki
Published: May 2023

Student project management is becoming increasingly important in various settings such as technical clubs, planning clubs, and research laboratories. However, effective methodologies for managing student-led projects have not yet been established. This study aims to address key issues related to cost and motivation in student-led projects and propose effective improvement plans. The significance of this study lies in its potential to identify challenges faced in current student project management practices and offer solutions to mitigate risks. By sharing our findings, we aim to encourage further research on this topic and promote the adoption of effective methodologies for managing student-led projects.
 

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EDUCATING HO CHI MINH MORAL EXAMPLE FOR YOUNG PEOPLE IN HO CHI MINH CITY TODAY
Authors: Nhu Bui Van , Loi Nguy Thi Hong
Published: May 2023

Education in general and the education of Ho Chi Minh's moral example for young people, in particular, today is both a practical requirement and considered a fundamental solution to contribute to building a social person. Ho Chi Minh City's youth are a large force, making great contributions to the city's development. In the past time, the education of Ho Chi Minh's moral example for young people, in particular, has been focused on and achieved many results, but there are still many limitations that need to be overcome.
 

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REVITALIZING EDUCATION THROUGH ICT: A SHORT OVERVIEW OF JAPAN'S CURRENT LANDSCAPE
Authors: Fujita Takaaki
Published: May 2023

The domain of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) education has garnered significant consideration in recent times. However, several challenges are inherent to this area of study, including monetary expense, temporal factors, pedagogical environment, teacher training programs, incentive, syllabus design, and health-related concerns. This paper presents an analysis of the difficulties encountered in the realm of ICT education in Japan, taking into account ten different perspectives.
 

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THE NATIONAL TARGET PROGRAM ON BUILDING NEW-STYLE RURAL AREAS IN VIETNAM: THE CURRENT SITUATION AND SOLUTIONS IN ECONOMIC ASPECTS
Authors: Phuong Vu Thi Hong
Published: May 2023

After 12 years of implementation, the National Target Program on building new-style rural areas in Vietnam has achieved remarkable achievements in terms of both scale and speed of meeting the standards of building new-style rural areas, making an important contribution to the cause of rural socio-economic development in particular and the development of the country in general. However, there are still some limitations in terms of standard local structure, sustainability of criteria, investment resources to build new-style rural areas, quality and value of products, etc. If there is no solution soon, it will become a big barrier, negatively affecting the results of the program in the coming time. This article focuses on analyzing the current situation of the implementation of the National Target Program on building new-style rural areas in Vietnam for the period 2010-2022 in terms of economic aspects, recognizing the successes and identifying the limitations and specifying the cause of the limitations, thereby proposing some remedial solutions to contribute to the effective implementation of the policy of on building new-style rural areas throughout the country.
 

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CRACKING THE CODE: WHAT MAKES MALAYSIAN MILLENNIALS EMBRACE MOBILE TECHNOLOGY?
Authors: Perumal Vanitamalar , S. Jainal Abdibin Shariffah Haszeqah Bt , Permal Mohanantass , Kanapathipillai Kumaran
Published: May 2023

The rapid growth of mobile shopping and the increasing use of smartphones and tablets for e-commerce transactions make understanding consumer acceptance crucial for businesses and app developers. This study investigates the factors influencing mobile technology acceptance among millennials in Malaysia, focusing on security, perceived ease of use, perceived usefulness, and the cost of operations. This research highlights the importance of addressing these dimensions for businesses and application developers to maintain millennials' interest in mobile technologies and remain competitive. A sample size of 384 millennial participants, selected using purposive sampling, contributed to the analysis of this study, which was collected using self-administered questionnaires. The data were analysed using SPSS version 28. The findings reveal that security and perceived usefulness significantly influence millennials' engagement with mobile technology. However, two dimensions, the perceived ease of use and the perceived cost of operations do not significantly impact mobile technology adoption. Therefore, this study offers valuable insights for organisations to develop effective mobile technology strategies and enhance millennial consumers' engagement with mobile technologies.
 

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FARMER’S EXPERIENCES: THE CASE OF AGRARIAN REFORM BENEFICIARIES
Authors: Cadusale Cathy O.
Published: May 2023

Farming is a multifaceted activity that involves various farming challenges and opportunities and their experiences were honed by various elements such as marketing strategies, technological innovations, and cultural features are very essential to develop more farmer-centric interventions that support sustainable and gender-responsive agriculture. This study utilized a qualitative design bound by a grounded theory approach by means of purposive sampling representing the group of Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries of Davao City, Davao Del Sur, Philippines. The study revealed five themes following factors (1) Production assistance (2) Full marketing support through cooperative membership (3) Lack of management strategy (4) Lack of financial assistance and market linkages (5) Lease agreements from ARBs to high-end operational agricultural plantations. The following results show the remaining gaps and areas of concern that must be highly provided by policy interventions and streamlined procedural assistance that could benefit the ARBs.
 

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Valoración del sentido de pertenencia, resiliencia y comunicación en habitantes de una zona costera
Authors: Peso Jacqueline Marlene Ibarra , Torres Felipe Antonio Albarrán , Farías Mariel Alejandra Lobos , Sanzana Gladys Angélica Contreras , González María Pía Mardones , Bruzzese Sonia Stevens , Meza-Vásquez Samuel , Delgado Margarita Vidal
Published: May 2023

El sentido de pertenencia, resiliencia y comunicación como factores protectores de la salud se deben fortalecer mediante distintas estrategias educativas durante todas las etapas de la vida, sin descuidar aquellas localidades alejadas de zonas urbanas, específicamente las zonas costeras. En este contexto, los videos educativos basados en las necesidades sentidas por el territorio tienen un beneficioso impacto en los habitantes. El objetivo de esta investigación fue valorar el impacto de una estrategia educativa a través de videos animados para fortalecer el sentido de pertenencia, la comunicación y la resiliencia en los miembros de la Caleta Lenga, región del Bío-Bío. Metodología cualitativa, método de la teoría fundamentada. Se aplicó el instrumento a un grupo focal de 12 habitantes de la zona costera de Caleta Lenga, región del Biobío, Chile. Los datos, se analizaron en tres etapas: la descripción, codificación y comparación constante de los hallazgos. El grupo focal contó con la aprobación del comité de ética de la UCSC y el consentimiento informado de los participantes. Se concluye que existe una valoración positiva de los habitantes de Caleta Lenga respecto a la utilización de videos educativos relacionados con el sentido de pertenencia, resiliencia, y comunicación, destacándolos como factores protectores de la salud, que los identifica como habitantes de una parte del litoral costero de la región de Bío Bío con características propias e inherentes a su contexto socio cultural e histórico.
COVID-19 PANDEMİ SÜRECİNİN ŞARKİYATÇI VE KOLONYAL SÖYLEM TEZAHÜRLERİ
Authors: ELMAS Recep , UYGUR Mehmet Nazım
Published: May 2023

Şarkiyatçılık, Doğu’yu Batı'nın gözünden ele alan bir temsil sistemidir ve Doğulu kültürlere yönelik önyargıları, yanlış algıları ve klişeleri içermektedir. Bu süreçte, Doğu kültürleri ve insanları Batı'nın egemenlik ve üstünlük duygularını besleyen bir "öteki" olarak sunulur. Said’in birer temsiller olarak gördüğü Şarkiyatçı söylem, günümüzde de çeşitli açılardan tekrar etmektedir. COVID-19 pandemisi sırasında, Doğu ve Batı arasındaki kültürel ayrılıkların yanı sıra, özellikle Asya ülkelerindeki COVID-19 vakalarının yayılması, Şarkiyatçılığın çeşitli tezahürlerini ortaya çıkarmıştır. Bu çalışma COVID-19 pandemisinin Doğu toplumlarına yönelik yaygın yanlış anlamaları ve önyargıları tetikleyen içerimlere sahip olduğunu göstermeyi ve bu içerimleri Şarkiyatçı düşünceyle ilişkilendirerek değerlendirmeyi amaçlamaktadır. Sözü edilen önyargılar arasında, Doğu toplumların hijyenik olmayan, modern tıbbi bilgiye sahip olmayan, cahil, vahşi, fanatik, yabancı düşmanı, terörist eğilimli ve yoksul oldukları gibi sömürge kalıntılarına da rastlanabilecek kanılar yer almaktadır. Pandeminin sorumlusu olarak Çin’in gösterilmesi, pandemi yönetiminde Doğu ve Asya ülkelerinin mücadele yöntemlerine yönelik eleştiriler, aşı çalışmalarında sadece belli ülkelerdeki aşılara yönelik onay ve güven ile Batı dışı ülkelerde görünür hale gelen sömürge mirasından kaynaklı sorunlar gibi söylem ve tutumlar bu çalışmada bir soruşturmaya tabi tutulan temel meselelerdir. Çalışma, sömürge mirasının daha diri ve Şarkiyatçı söylemin canlı olduğunu gözler önüne sermekte ve yaşanan felaketlerin günah keçileri olarak Doğu ve eski sömürgelerin ilan edildiğine tanıklık etmektedir.
Fen Bilimleri Öğretmenlerinin Dijital Okuryazarlık Düzeylerinin Çeşitli Değişkenlere Göre İncelenmesi
Authors: DOĞAN Tuba , BENZER Semra
Published: May 2023

Bu araştırmanın amacı, fen bilimleri öğretmenlerinin dijital okuryazarlık düzeylerinin cinsiyet, yaş, eğitim durumu ve hizmet yılı değişkenlerine göre incelenmesidir. Araştırmada nicel araştırma yönteminden tarama yöntemi kulanılmıştır. Araştırmanın çalışma grubunu 2021-2022 eğitim öğretim yılında güneydoğu Anadolu bölgesinde bulunan Milli Eğitim Bakanlığına bağlı ortaokullarda görev yapmakta olan fen bilimleri öğretmenleri oluşturmaktadır. Araştırmada veri toplama aracı olarak “Dijital Okuryazarlık Ölçeği kullanılmıştır. Araştırmada elde edilen verilerin değerlendirilmesinde Mann-Whitney U testi, Kruskal- Wallis testleri kullanılmıştır. Fen bilimleri öğretmenlerinin dijital okuryazarlık ölçeğin alt boyutlarından “genel bilgi ve işlevsel beceriler” boyutunda ise cinsiyete göre erkek öğretmenlerin kadın öğretmenlere göre dijital okuryazarlık düzeylerin yüksek olduğu görülmüştür. Dijital okuryazarlık düzeyleri yaş değişkenine göre incelendiğinde, ölçeğin ortalama puanında ve alt boyutlarından “etik ve sorumluluk”, “günlük kullanım”, “gizlilik ve güvenlik”, “sosyal boyut” 21-30 yaş aralığı ve 41-50 yaş aralığındaki gruplar arasında istatiksel olarak anlamlı farklılıklar olduğu belirlenmiştir. Dijital okuryazarlık düzeyleri eğitim durumu değişkenine göre incelendiğinde, “genel bilgi ve işlevsel beceriler” alt boyutunda ise gruplar arasında istatiksel olarak anlamlı bir farklılık görülmüştür. Hizmet yılı değişkenine göre incelendiğinde “etik ve sorumluluk”, “sosyal boyut”, “günlük kullanım”, “gizlilik ve güvenlik” alt boyutlarında 1-10 hizmet yılı ve 11-20 hizmet yılı gruplar arasında istatiksel olarak anlamlı bir farklılık görülmüştür.
Using the budget for a labor export company in Hanoi
Authors:   University of Labour and Social Affairs, Hanoi, Vietnam, Van Hoang Khanh , Linh Nguyen Thi ,   University of Labour and Social Affairs, Hanoi, Vietnam
Published: May 2023

Up until now, many modern management tools have been developed and used to evaluate business performance. However, budgeting in production and business is still a frequently used tool in business management. This comes from the fact that the budget does not require many resources from the enterprise but still meets the management functions: planning, checking, evaluating, and making decisions. With the characteristics of a labor export enterprise, it is affected by many objective factors affecting its performance, such as the socio-economic situation of labor-receiving countries, the socio-economic situation of Vietnam, job needs and income of employees, etc. Production and business estimates become more and more important. This article aims to find out the perception of managers of labor export companies in Hanoi about the importance and role of budget. At the same time, find out the current state of budgeting in these companies.
Effectiveness Of Simulation- Based Learning In Term Of Competency Regarding Pre-Term Newborn Care Among Nursing Students: An Quasi Experimental Study
Authors: Pooja Bhardwaj
Published: May 2023

Background: Premature birth is a sudden event of birth below the 37th week of pregnancy. In the third trimester, that is, 27-40 weeks of gestation when the baby’s major stages of development take place, the baby receives a wonderful blood supply to its respiratory system that enables it to breathe for the first time.

Material And Method: A Quasi- experimental Non- equivalent control group pre-test post-test design was adopted to assess the effectiveness of simulation based learning in terms of competency of nursing students. Data was collected from 114 students studying BSc. 3rd Year in M.M. College of Nursing, and M.M. Institute of Nursing, Mullana, Ambala, Haryana. Study participants were randomly allotted in experimental group (n=55) and comparison group (n=59) by using purposive sampling technique. The data was collected by using selected variables, Structured Knowledge Questionnaires, Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) and Clinical Decision Making Ability Questionnaires.

Results: The study findings showed that majority of the nursing students (80%) were female in experimental group and (79.66%) in comparison group. The mean post-test knowledge score (26.22±5.24) of nursing students in experimental group was higher than the mean post -test knowledge score (22.46±6.54) of comparison group. The mean post-test skills score (45.40±7.45) of nursing students in experimental group was lower than the mean post -test skills score (45.51±8.36) of comparison group. The mean post-test clinical decision making ability score (17.84±2.84) of nursing students in experimental group was higher than the mean post-test clinical decision making ability score (14.39±5.47) of comparison group. The calculated ‘t’ value of post-test knowledge scores in experimental and comparison group (p=0.00*) and the calculated ‘t’ value of post-test skills scores in experimental and comparison group  (p=0.94*) The calculated t value of post-test  clinical decision making ability scores in experimental and comparison group(p=0.00*) was found to be statistically significant at 0.05 level of significance.

Conclusion: The study concluded that Simulation based learning was effective in enhancing the competency in terms of knowledge, skills and clinical decision making ability regarding Preterm Newborn Care among Nursing Students.
Applying the Pooled Mean Group Panel ARDL Technique to Analyse the Impact of Uncertainty on Economic Growth in the ASEAN-5
Authors: SOOK LU YONG , LIM THYE GOH , MUHAIRAH SHAHABUDIN SHARIFAH , KUMARI SELVARAJAN SONIA
Published: May 2023

The correlation between uncertainty and economic growth is an interesting research topic that has attracted different views from many scholars. The present study aimed to empirically analyse the linkages among numerous uncertainties, such as; the uncertainty index (UI), the consumer price index (CPI), foreign direct investment inflows (FDI), trade openness (TO), innovation (INNO) on economic growth (GDP) in the ASEAN-5 countries: Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, The Philippines and Thailand between 1960 and 2020. The association between economic growth and its determinants over the long and short-term was estimated using the pooled mean group (PMG) panel autoregressive distributed lag (ADRL) technique. The findings showed that all computed coefficients had predicted signs and were statistically significant in the long run. In addition, economic growth was significantly impacted by FDI and the uncertainty index, both in the short and long term. The uncertainty index, CPI, FDI, innovation, and economic growth, thus, had a unidirectional relationship. On the other hand, no reciprocal relationship existed between trade openness and economic growth for the ASEAN-5 nations.
Digital Connectivity Bridging Digital ASEAN
Authors: CHONG MEI-TEING , PUAH CHIN-HONG , ABU MANSOR SHAZALI , TEH CHEE-SIONG
Published: May 2023

The world is changing rapidly with the adoption of sophisticated digital technology. The foremost tool for digital technology operation is digital connectivity infrastructure. To unleash the potential of the digital economy in ASEAN countries, the foundation is upgrading its digital connection, which is a key part of making digitalization feasible. This study identified five factors that contributed to the digital connectivity of ten ASEAN countries and used them to calculate the overall score of each country to show its performance in terms of digital connectivity. The competitive analysis results of the five digital connectivity enablers in each country show their respective strengths and shortcomings. Myanmar made the greatest progress in overall digital connectivity, due to its engaging in national regulatory reforms and focusing connectivity developments after realizing the need to improve their ICT infrastructure. There is still much room for improvement in the network performance of ASEAN countries; among all ten countries, only Singapore has reached a very satisfactory level. Striving to narrow the digital connectivity development gap would be an important agenda item for all ASEAN countries.
Lime application to condition soil to pH 11 controls growth of harmful vibrios and WSSV
Authors: Tendencia E.A. , Coniza E.B.
Published: May 2023

Shrimp farming has been devastated by several diseases. Disease outbreaks can be prevented by optimising environmental conditions or by eliminating risks factors including carrier organisms. These can be achieved through proper pond preparation. One important step in pond preparation is the application of hydrated lime.

This paper describes the effect of hydrated lime application to condition pond soil to pH 11 on the pond ecosystem, more specifically on soil pH and biota. The experiment was done using three 600 m2 brackish water ponds. After hydrated lime application, the wet soil pH on the 1st-8th day was significantly higher (P<0.05) compared to the pH before liming to pH 11, and flushing after flooding for 24 h. Soil pH of 11 was observed 24-48h after lime application. Moreover, unwanted species like crabs and fish were found dead. Liming to pH 11 negatively affects the counts of green vibrio colonies thereby decreasing the percentage of green vibrios (PGV). In another experiment, three 750m2 earthen ponds were used. The pond soils were previously positive for the Whitespot Syndrome Virus (WSSV), hydrated lime were applied to bring the pond soil pH to 11. After lime application, WSSV was not detected in the pond soils.

Results showed that increasing the soil pH to ≥11 positively affects the pond ecosystem. Liming encourages the proliferation of yellow vibrios and the eradication of carrier species (i.e. crabs) as well as predators (i.e. fish) in the ponds. Furthermore, liming to pH 11 may also eradicate White spot virus from the pond sediment. To implement a 1-unit increase in wet pH, hydrated lime should be applied at 2T/ha.
Consumo de produtos lácteos e intolerância à lactose relatado por estudantes do ensino superior do Oeste do Paraná
Authors: Fedato Caroline , Kramin Martins Jefferson , Miotto Bernardi Daniela
Published: May 2023

Devido a fatores como hábitos alimentares e composição nutricional, o leite de vaca é um alimento amplamente consumido. Contudo, uma parcela da população pode ter reações adversas ao consumir o leite de vaca e/ou seus derivados. O objetivo do estudo foi avaliar o consumo de leite, de derivados lácteos e de substitutos lácteos, bem como a presença de intolerância à lactose e sintomas associados relatada por estudantes de ensino superior. O instrumento de coleta foi um questionário com 23 perguntas, cujas respostas foram dispostas em frequências absolutas e relativas e analisados estatisticamente. A maior parte dos entrevistados relatou que são consumidores de leite e de derivados lácteos, 85,9% e 97,4%, respectivamente. Em relação à intolerância à lactose, 7,8% dos indivíduos relataram que têm diagnóstico médico da doença e 5,7% dos participantes informaram que “acham que têm”. Os dados indicaram um alto consumo de leite e seus derivados na população estudada, assim como alta presença de reações adversas associadas ao consumo de leite e seus derivados.
A Study on Recruitment and Selection in the Education Sector with Reference to the Vocational Coursesin Tribal Communities
Authors: Ram Gunjal  , Dr. Harish Purohit
Published: May 2023

This study aims to explore and analyze the recruitment and selection practices in the education sector, specifically focusing on vocational courses within tribal communities. The primary objective is to identify the key challenges, strategies, and potential improvements in the recruitment and selection process for vocational education in these marginalized communities. The education sector plays a crucial role in empowering tribal communities by providing them with access to vocational courses that enhance their employability and socioeconomic development. However, ensuring effective recruitment and selection processes tailored to the unique needs and characteristics of tribal communities remains a significant challenge. The research methodology employed in this study includes a combination of qualitative and quantitative approaches. Primary data is collected through interviews, surveys, and focus group discussions involving stakeholders such as educational institutions, tribal community members, educators, and policymakers. Secondary data is gathered from existing literature, reports, and case studies related to vocational education and tribal communities. The study investigates various aspects of recruitment and selection in the education sector, including the identification of potential candidates, assessment methods, cultural considerations, and community engagement. It examines the current practices and policies implemented by educational institutions in recruiting and selecting students for vocational courses within tribal communities. Findings from the study provide insights into the challenges faced by educational institutions, such as limited access to quality education, lack of awareness about vocational courses, cultural barriers, and geographical constraints. Additionally, the study explores innovative strategies employed by institutions to address these challenges, including community outreach programs, targeted recruitment campaigns, and inclusive selection criteria. Based on the analysis of the data, the study proposes recommendations and best practices to enhance recruitment and selection processes in the education sector for vocational courses in tribal communities. These recommendations aim to improve inclusivity, cultural sensitivity, and community involvement in the selection process. Moreover, the study highlights the importance of collaboration between educational institutions, policymakers, and tribal community leaders to ensure effective implementation of these recommendations. This study contributes to the existing literature on recruitment and selection in the education sector by specifically focusing on vocational courses within tribal communities. The findings and recommendations will be valuable to educational institutions, policymakers, and other stakeholders involved in the design and implementation of vocational education programs for marginalized communities