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Faktor Risiko Kondisi Fisik Rumah yang Mendukung Kejadian Tuberkulosis Paru di Indonesia
Authors: Sari Defa , Windusari Yuanita , Hasyim Hamzah
Published: October 2024

Tuberkulosis paru merupakan penyakit menular yang disebabkan oleh bakteri Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Bakteri Mycobacterium tuberculosis dapat menimbulkan gangguan saluran nafas atau MOTT (Mycobacterium Other Than Tuberculosis). Gejala yang dirasakan oleh  pasien tuberkulosis paru, seperti batuk berdahak selama 2 minggu atau lebih. Data World Health Organization (WHO) pada tahun 2020, kejadian TB di dunia menjukkan sebanyak 10 juta kasus yang meliputi 5,6 juta terjadi pada pria, 3,3 juta terjadi pada wanita, dan pada anak-anak sebanyak 1,1 juta kasus. Terjadi peningkatan 600.000 kejadian TB pada tahun 2021 (6 juta kasus pada pria, 3,4 juta kasus pada wanita, dan pada anak-anak sebanyak 1, 2 juta kasus). Penyakit Tuberkulosis merupakan penyakit yang jumlah kasusnya cukup tinggi di dunia. Indonesia sendiri merupakan negara urutan ketiga untuk penderita Tuberkulosis tertinggi di dunia. Data Kemenkes tahun 2020 ditemukan kasus TB sebesar 393.323 kasus di Indonesia. Meningkat sebesar 443.236 kasus ditahun 2021. Semakin meningkat hingga mencapai 824.000 kasus pada tahun 2022. Faktor kondisi fisik rumah seperti tingkat pencahayaan, kepadatan hunian, luas ventilasi, dan jenis tanah mempunyai pengaruh yang signifikan terhadap keberadaan bakteri penyebab tuberkulosis paru. Resistensi bakteri penyebab tuberkulosis paru di dalam rumah tergantung pada keberadaan sinar matahari, jenis tanah dan kepadatan apartemen. Selain itu, tinggal atau bekerja di lingkungan yang padat penduduk, tingkat insiden tinggi,  dan ventilasi  buruk  dapat meningkatkan risiko paparan Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah literature review, Penelitian ini menggunakan data dari hasil penelitian yang sudah diedarkan pada jurnal online dari tahun 2017 – 2023. Peneliti melakukan pencarian jurnal penelitian yang dipublikasikan diinternet menggunakan Google Scholar dan Research Gate. Hasil penelitian ini didapatkan bahwa dari  10 jurnal (sepuluh) jurnal yang dianalisis ditemukan bahwa 9 (Sembilan) jurnal menyatakan terdapat hubungan antara pencahayaan, kelembaban, kepadatan hunian rumah, suhu, ventilasi, jenis dinding, jenis lantai, dan sanitasi lingkungan dengan kejadian TB Paru. dari  10 jurnal (sepuluh) jurnal yang dianalisis ditemukan bahwa 7 (Tujuh)  jurnal menyatakan tidak ada hubungan antara ventilasi, pencahayaan, jenis lantai, kepadatan hunian, jenis dinding, dan suhu dengan kejadian TB Paru. Kesimpulan Berdasarkan penelitian dengan metode literature review Faktor Risiko Kondisi Fisik Rumah seperti kepadatan hunian rumah, pencahayaan yang kurang, kelembaban rumah yang tinggi, ventilasi yang tdak memadai, jenis dinding rumah, jenis lantai rumah, dan suhu ruangan sangat mendukung kejadian Tuberkulosis Paru.
Operational Efficiency and Market Reach as Mediatorsin the Relationship between Digital Innovation and Organizational Growth
Authors: Akula Satyasri
Published: October 2024

This study investigates the relationship between organizational growth and digital innovation, emphasizing the intermediate functions of market penetration and distribution efficiency in operations. Put the focus on the expansion of the company and technology. Innovation, information from 280 participants was collected through a structured survey surveys employing a quantitative exploratory approach. Both the direct and indirect Exploring how digital innovation affects the growth of organizations was investigated. Structural equation modeling, also known as SEM. The findings assert that the impact of digital innovation on the growth of the organization by both directly and indirectly increasing it expanding market coverage and increasing operational effectiveness. The study emphasizes how crucial it is to include these elements into strategic management to maximize development potential. Using AMOS and SPSS for data analysis, the research uses stratified random sampling to guarantee a representative sample. This thorough examination supplies valuable insights for improving digital innovation strategies to promote organizational expansion.
An Automated Word Spelling Error Detection System
Authors: Ogechi Okeh Jennifer,
Published: October 2024

Accurate spelling has extensive consequences for written communication's clarity, credibility, and general effectiveness in several contexts, including academic and professional writing and personal communications. The frequency of spelling errors has increased significantly recently, mainly owing to the widespread use of digital media and society's dependence on written communication. Misspelled words can diminish the reliability of written correspondence and result in misinterpretations. Hence, there is an urgent requirement for an innovative and advanced solution to improve the identification of spelling errors. This research seeks to address these challenges and develop a system that significantly enhances the quality of written communication by improving the accuracy and relevance of spelling error detection and correction suggestions. According to this study, the implemented model is a promising technique to correct spelling problems in legal terminology, has been praised for its effectiveness and usability. Its recommendations include continuous research and development, improving its ability to use contextual cues and domain-specific information for error correction, emphasizing user-centric customization, implementing collaborative feedback systems, offering extensive training and support, prioritizing ethical and regulatory considerations, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. These suggestions aim to optimize the Spello model's performance, resilience, and scalability, and make it a fundamental technology in promoting accuracy, integrity, and accessibility in the legal profession and society. The model can become a fundamental technology in promoting accuracy, integrity, and accessibility in the legal profession and society through combined efforts and collaboration.
An Evaluation of the Levelised Cost of Storage of Buoyancy Energy Storage Technology at Smaller Scales
Authors: Ajmera Saahas
Published: October 2024

Buoyancy Energy Storage Technology (BEST) offers a promising solution to the intermittency of renewable energy sources like wind and solar. This paper aims to evaluate the feasibility of using BEST for small- scale energy storage applications. The methodology involves calculating the levelized cost of storage (LCOS) and energy capacity of two BEST variants: Fabric BEST and Reeling BEST. Results indicate that Fabric BEST can store 96 kWh per cycle with an LCOS of $356.73/MWh, while Reeling BEST stores less energy at a significantly higher cost of $683/MWh.
Serverless Computing: Optimizing Resource Utilization and Cost Efficiency
Authors: Gawande Sachin , Gorde Shreya
Published: October 2024

Serverless computing has emerged as a transformative paradigm in cloud infrastructure, offering organizations the ability to scale their applications dynamically without the burden of managing underlying servers. By abstracting away the provisioning and scaling of infrastructure, serverless computing enables developers to focus on building and deploying their applications, while the cloud provider handles the auto- scaling, load balancing, and fault tolerance. This paper examines the key benefits and challenges of serverless computing, with a particular emphasis on optimizing resource utilization and cost efficiency. The findings suggest that serverless computing can lead to significant improvements in resource utilization and cost savings, but organizations must also address challenges related to cold starts, vendor lock-in, and monitoring complexity to fully realize the potential of this cloud computing paradigm.
Tracer Study on the Bachelor of Science in Law Enforcement Administration (LEA) Graduates of Isabela State University Cabagan
Authors: A. Bartolome Amyneth , G. Ticgue James
Published: October 2024

Tracer study is a retrospective evaluation of graduates conducted via a standardized survey sometime after graduation. The study aimed to trace the employability status of BS LEA graduates from 2017- 2019. It utilized the descriptive research design and a survey questionnaire in gathering data. The result revealed that majority of the graduates are twenty-five years old, male, single, Ibanag, bachelor’s degree graduate, and AFPSAT passers. Moreover, majority of the graduates are temporary/casual, connected to security agencies, able to hunt for a job within one to two years, delayed in their employment for reason of absence of immediate vacancy, earning a monthly salary within the range of thirty thousand to thirty-four thousand nine hundred ninety-nine, and employed due to their educational qualifications. They realized that their employment is directly related to their degree and claimed that communication skills developed at the college aided in their employment. It was also discovered that the quality of Education at ISU is excellent in terms of curriculum/course content, methods of instruction, faculty, physical plant, career guidance, job placement, and academic counseling.
The Impact of Seafarers' Welfare on the Operational Efficiency of Marine Vessels in Tanzania
Authors: Ernest Meena Alexander , M. Msabaha Juma
Published: October 2024

This study explores the critical relationship between seafarers’ welfare and the operational efficiency of marine vessels in Tanzania. So the study aims to investigate the critical aspects of seafarers’ welfare and their impact on the operational efficiency of marine vessels in Tanzania. The objectives are, To identify the factors that affect the living and working conditions on the operational efficiency of a marine vessels inTanzania, To evaluate the working environment standard that influence the efficiency of a marine vessels, To examine the condition of their salary to afford the living standard. Tanzania ratified the MLC 2006, setting minimum international standards for seafarers' working and living conditions, significantly improving their welfare. Despite ratifying international conventions, Tanzanian seafarers face challenges on their welfare that the absence of a comprehensive maritime policy exacerbates these issues. This study employs a mixed methods research design, integrating both quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis to provide a comprehensive understanding of the impact of seafarers’ welfare on the operational efficiency of marine vessels. A sample size of 80 participants from various marine vessels and ship managers were selected regression and thematic analysis was been used in data analysis and concurrent triangulation method was used in data intergration. The findings of this study underscore the importance of prioritizing seafarers’ welfare to ensure the sustainable and efficient operation of marine vessels in Tanzania. By addressing the identified welfare issues. The research recommend for policy changes and the development of a more supportive and productive maritime sector as well as establishment of welfare centers like Stella Maris and mision to seafarers, to support seafarers and fishing communities.
Gender emancipation and its impact on happiness: An examination of the happy wife, happy life formula
Authors: Steyn Renier
Published: October 2024

The adage "happy wife, happy life" implies that women's gender emancipation could contribute to the overall societal quality of life. However, it raises at least two questions: Does advancing women's rights lead to increased happiness for women? Is it possible that advancing women’s rights occurs at the expense of men? The study examines the relationship between gender emancipation and happiness, aiming to determine whether gender emancipation genuinely enhances the happiness of both women and men, and whether the focus on women’s well-being might negatively impact men. Data from the World Values Survey were used to conduct cross-sectional and longitudinal analyses. The cross-sectional analysis focused on the relationship between emancipation and happiness, while the longitudinal analysis explored trends in gender emancipation and happiness from the 3rd cohort (1995-1998) to the 7th cohort (2017-2022). Women had higher gender emancipation scores, but the genders did not differ significantly in happiness scores. Surprisingly, there was no significant correlation between gender emancipation and happiness, whether analysing the entire sample or each gender separately. Longitudinal data revealed increasing gender emancipation and happiness over time. This similarity in trends was interpreted as a spurious relationship. It was hypothesised that happiness could stem from gender emancipation. However, despite longitudinal data revealing growing gender emancipation and happiness for both sexes, the cross-sectional analysis showed no such correlations. Gender emancipation and happiness, as measured by the World Values Survey, were not related. Emancipation does not necessarily equate to a happy life.
A Rapid Sequence of Solar Energetic Particle Events Associated with a Series of Extreme-ultraviolet Jets: Solar Orbiter, STEREO-A, and Near-Earth Spacecraft Observations
Authors: Lario D. , Balmaceda L. A. , Gómez-Herrero R. , Mason G. M. , Krupar V. , Mac Cormack C. , Kouloumvakos A. , Cernuda I. , Collier H. , Richardson I. G. , Kumar P. , Krucker S. , Carcaboso F. , Wijsen N. , Strauss R. D. , Dresing N. , Warmuth A. , Rodríguez-Pacheco J. , Rodríguez-García L. , Jebaraj I. C. , Ho G. C. , Buĉík R. , Pacheco D. , Espinosa Lara F. , Hutchinson A. , Horbury T. S. , Rodríguez L. , Janitzek N. P. , Zhukov A. N. , Aran A. , Nitta N. V.
Published: October 2024

A series of solar energetic electron (SEE) events was observed from 2022 November 9 to November 15 by Solar Orbiter, STEREO-A, and near-Earth spacecraft. At least 32 SEE intensity enhancements at energies >10 keV were clearly distinguishable in Solar Orbiter particle data, with 13 of them occurring on November 11. Several of these events were accompanied by ≲10 MeV proton and ≲2 MeV nucleon−1 heavy-ion intensity enhancements. By combining remote-sensing and in situ data from the three viewpoints (Solar Orbiter and STEREO-A were ∼20° and ∼15° east of Earth, respectively), we determine that the origin of this rapid succession of events was a series of brightenings and jetlike eruptions detected in extreme ultraviolet (EUV) observations from the vicinity of two active regions. We find a close association between these EUV phenomena, the occurrence of hard X-ray flares, type III radio bursts, and the release of SEEs. For the most intense events, usually associated with extended EUV jets, the distance between the site of these solar eruptions and the estimated magnetic connectivity regions of each spacecraft with the Sun did not prevent the arrival of electrons at the three locations. The capability of jets to drive coronal fronts does not necessarily imply the observation of an SEE event. Two peculiar SEE events on November 9 and 14, observed only at electron energies ≲50 keV but rich in ≲1 MeV nucleon−1 heavy ions, originated from slow-rising confined EUV emissions, for which the process resulting in energetic particle release to interplanetary space is unclear.
A Possible Formation Scenario of the Gaia BH1: Inner Binary Merger in Triple Systems
Authors: Li Zhuowen , Zhu Chunhua , Lu Xizhen , Lü Guoliang , Li Lin , Liu Helei , Guo Sufen , Yu Jinlong
Published: October 2024

Based on astrometric measurements and spectral analysis from Gaia DR3, two quiescent black hole (BH) binaries, Gaia BH1 and BH2, have been identified. Their origins remain controversial, particularly for Gaia BH1. By considering a rapidly rotating (ω/ω
crit = 0.8) and strongly magnetized (B
0 = 5000 G) merger product, we find that, at typical Galactic metallicity, the merger product can undergo efficient chemically homogeneous evolution. This results in the merger product having a significantly smaller radius during its evolution compared to that of a normally evolving massive star. Under the condition that the initial triple stability is satisfied, we use the Multiple Stellar Evolution code and the MESA code to identify an initial hierarchical triple that can evolve into Gaia BH1. It initially consists of three stars with masses of 9.03 M
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⊙, with inner and outer orbital periods of 2.21 days and 121.92 days, and inner and outer eccentricities of 0.41 and 0.45, respectively. This triple initially experiences triple evolution dynamics instability (TEDI) followed by Roche lobe overflow (RLOF). During RLOF, the inner orbit shrinks, and tidal effects gradually suppress the TEDI. Eventually, the inner binary undergoes a merger through contact (or collision). Finally, using models of rapidly rotating and strongly magnetic stars, along with standard core-collapse supernova (SN) or failed supernova (FSN) models, we find that a postmerger binary (PMB) consisting of an 12.11 M
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Le Dictionnaire françois de Pierre Richelet. Pourquoi Bailly put-il l’éditer en France ? Comparaison des éditions de 1680 (Genève) et 1681 (Lyon)
Authors: Herbland Alain
Published: October 2024

Le Dictionnaire françois des mots et des choses de Pierre Richelet, premier dictionnaire de langue française, paraît à Genève en 1680, parce que l’Académie française détient un privilège royal exclusif qui interdisait sa parution en France. Cependant dès 1681, paraît à Lyon chez Bailly un dictionnaire de Richelet. Comment le libraire Bailly a-t-il pu obtenir une permission de le publier ? Une comparaison rigoureuse des deux éditions montre que Bailly, contrairement à Richelet, a soigneusement écarté toute allusion à l’Académie et en particulier à la lenteur de ses travaux, ce dont Richelet ne s’était pas privé. D’autres coupures, nombreuses, censurent le texte original. Cependant le corps des deux dictionnaires demeure identique et, en particulier, la composante encyclopédique, les « choses », bien que disparue du titre en 1681, n’a pas été modifiée. Il semblerait donc que Bailly qui ne souffrait pas, comme Richelet, d’une réputation de provocateur, se soit « contenté » de ménager des susceptibilités académiques pour obtenir la permission de publier.
La réduction des coûts dans l’édition des premiers dictionnaires français (1680-1696) : une adaptation aux différents lectorats ?
Authors: Herbland Alain
Published: October 2024

Après avoir replacé la parution des premiers dictionnaires français dans une perspective historique, nous donnons des éléments qui tendent à montrer que très vite, les libraires ont cherché à réduire les coûts éditoriaux en jouant sur les formats des volumes, la taille des caractères, les hauteurs et les largeurs des colonnes, le nombre de pages et même, la qualité du papier. Les éditions de 1685 et de 1693 du Dictionnaire françois de Pierre Richelet en sont deux exemples caractéristiques. Le Dictionnaire de l’Académie française a fait l’objet d’une contrefaçon, parue en 1695 et 1696, dont les qualités typographiques, tout en demeurant acceptables, sont bien moindres que celles de l’original paru en 1694. Quant au Dictionnaire universel d’Antoine Furetière, il offre à sa clientèle, dès 1690, année de sa première édition, trois formats, qui peuvent être perçus comme une adaptation aux moyens financiers du lectorat de l’époque. Nous discutons ce dernier point en mettant en parallèle les niveaux d’alphabétisation dans la société de cette toute fin du xvii e siècle et les dictionnaires disponibles sur le marché. Exercice purement spéculatif certes, qui ne s’appuie sur aucune donnée chiffrée, mais qui donne « un peu d’air » à cette étude plutôt aride.
Les mots imitatifs dans les grammaires et dictionnaires français du XVI e siècle
Authors: Melnikienė Danguolė
Published: October 2024

Parties difficilement classables du discours, les onomatopées, les mots imitatifs, ont fait l’objet de nombreuses controverses au fil des siècles. Cet article s’attache à mettre en lumière les particularités de la description grammaticale et lexicographique de ces « monstres hybrides » dans les premières grammaires et dans les premiers dictionnaires du français : quels choix furent opérés ? Comment lexicographes et grammairiens ont-ils résolu les difficultés inhérentes au traitement de cette classe grammaticale à part ? Tels seront les aspects relevés et analysés dans cette étude.
L’évolution de sens du verbe voter au fil des siècles
Authors: Aulitto Sabrina
Published: October 2024

L’objectif de notre recherche est d’analyser les définitions de l’article « voter » dans les dictionnaires de langue française du XVII e au XX e siècle, à partir du Dictionnaire françois, contenant les mots et les choses, plusieurs nouvelles remarques sur la langue françoise de Pierre Richelet jusqu’au Trésor de la langue française , sous la direction de Paul Imbs et Bernard Quemada (1971-1996), afin de pouvoir tracer son évolution sémantique au fil du temps. Par le biais de cet excursus lexicographique, nous illustrerons l’enrichissement de sens du verbe voter, à travers l’analyse des définitions, des exemples et des citations données, présentant au même temps quelques remarques sur les méthodologies adoptées par les lexicographes dans la rédaction des articles consacrés à cette lexie.
Traduction du langage économique de l’anglais au français : l’usage et la norme
Authors: Benzo Veronica
Published: October 2024

Dans cette communication nous allons examiner le problème de la variation linguistique dans les pratiques langagières du domaine économique. Plus particulièrement, notre réflexion résulte d’une analyse des problèmes qui se présentent dans l’enseignement du Français sur Objectifs Spécifiques (FOS) – et en particulier du français des affaires – lorsqu’il faut utiliser en français une terminologie bien précise dont la littérature scientifique est en anglais. Faut-il utiliser le mot étranger ou son correspondant français ? Quand peut-on étiqueter un terme comme étant implanté ? Dans les grandes sociétés multinationales, quels critères faudra-t-il suivre dans le choix de la terminologie spécifique ? Nous allons mettre donc en évidence le rapport entre les besoins de la norme et les besoins d’évolution de la langue, en particulier de la langue de spécialité.
Quantitative assessment of thermal effects on the auricle region caused by mobile phones operating in different modes
Authors: Rok Tomasz , Kacprzyk Artur , Rokita Eugeniusz , Kantor Dorota , Tatoń Grzegorz
Published: October 2024

To analyze thermal effects caused by mobile phones on the human auricle region, we performed an experiment with controlled exposure to mobile phones operating in different modes for a group of 40 men. Temperature changes were measured with the use of infrared thermography. Thermograms were taken before and after a standardized 15-minute phone call when the mobile phone was placed lightly against the skin surface in the auricle region. The measurements were performed in three modes: OFF, ON, and FLIGHT. Statistically significant differences (p = 0.03) were observed between the experimental temperature increase of the auricle region in OFF mode (average temperature rise = 1.1 °C ± 0.2 °C) and in ON mode (average temperature rise = 1.9 °C ± 0.3 °C), while between FLIGHT (average temperature rise = 1.4 °C ± 0.2 °C) and ON modes, no statistical differences were observed (p = 0.20). Based on thermographic measurements and the model of heat transfer between the ear and the phone, it was shown that the human ear is the largest heat source in the system and that the increase in skin temperature is mainly caused by the handheld mobile phone restricting heat dissipation from the skin surface.
Digital Infrastructure Challenges for Techno-Entrepreneurs in Rural Areas
Authors: Sekhar Kasturi Srinivasa Vijaya
Published: October 2024

This chapter discusses the importance of capacity building and the role of digital infrastructure in delivering citizen services, focusing on the challenges entrepreneurs face. In the pre-digital era, when computers were not part of public service delivery, the government's internal procedures were cumbersome. Citizens encountered several challenges viz., standing in long queues, filling out lengthy forms, carrying documents, and making multiple trips to various departments, — these all forced them to incur additional costs. To address this, governments have introduced entrepreneurs into the system. Mainly, rural areas suffer from inadequate physical and electronic infrastructure, such as unreliable electricity supply, limited internet connectivity, and outdated computers and other faded equipment. These constraints contribute significantly to the digital divide, where certain populations lack access to digital services and benefits. To mitigate this divide, especially in the public sector, concerted efforts are needed from the outset of ICT initiatives.
Digital Supply Chain Management in Transformation in Business Economic Development, Success, and Risk Factors
Authors: Shaikh Zuber Peermohammed
Published: October 2024

Digital supply chain is a supply chain whose foundation is built on web-enabled capabilities. Many supply chains use a mix of paper-based and IT-enabled processes. A true digital supply chain goes far beyond this hybrid model to fully capitalize on connectivity, system integration and the information-producing capabilities of smart components. The ultimate goal of the digital supply chain is to enable insights for increased efficiencies, facilitating greater profits. Companies with a digital supply chain are better able to move resources, assets, people and inventory to where they are needed at any given time in order to reduce costs by responding proactively to transportation and manufacturing risks. The potential payoffs of a fully realized digital supply chain include savings in every area, from resources, time, and money to a reduced environmental footprint. These Review Chapter focuses on right tool that can help you to automate the transition to a digital supply chain.
A Hybrid Multi-Attribute Decision-Making Method Considering Tourists' Behavioral Preferences for Customized Tours
Authors: Cheng Detong , Zheng Zuqi , Yu Gaofeng , Huang Haitang
Published: October 2024

A decision-making analysis method considering tourists' behavioral preferences is proposed to address the problem of hybrid multi-attribute decision making (HMDM) for customized tours in which attribute values are intuitionistic fuzzy numbers, interval numbers and real numbers. This method is presented through step-by-step instructions:1) construct an evaluation index system of the HMDM for customized tours; 2) convert the attribute values of different data types into normalized intuitionistic fuzzy numbers, and obtain their objective weights by calculating their intuitionistic fuzzy entropies; 3) use the intuitionistic fuzzy weighted average operator to aggregate all the converted attribute values of each customized scheme;4) calculate scores of aggregation values for customized schemes and rank these schemes accordingly under the scenarios where tourists express such behavioral preferences as caution, mildness and recklessness; and 5) apply the proposed method to an example case to prove its feasibility.
The Effect of Students' Engagement on Their Learning Achievement in EFL Online Courses
Authors: Alshammari Sultan Hammad , Alrashidi Oqab
Published: October 2024

Engagement is an essential aspect of students' success in learning. Even though students' engagement with learning has been widely investigated, the level of learners' online engagement and the relationship between learners' online engagement and their achievement, especially in the English as a foreign language (EFL) context, using a learning management system (i.e. Blackboard), remains unexplored. To fill that gap, this study examines the effects of learner engagement, using its three dimensions (behavioural, emotional, and cognitive), on students' achievement in learning EFL in online courses. In total, 189 college students participated in the study. Data was analysed using the second-generation analysis technique structural equation modelling (SEM) to examine the relationships among constructs and test the hypothesis. Results revealed that students' engagement significantly affected their achievement in learning EFL in an online environment.
Correlation Between the Cortical Activation Studied by Functional Near Infrared Spectroscopy Neuroimaging (fNIRS) With Performance of 3rd Grade Students
Authors: Elshazly Elazab Mohamed Elazab , Mostafa Hussein , Safi Mohammed F.
Published: October 2024

The cortical activation and performance of 3rd grade students were investigated using Functional near infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) during reading Arabic language. The main cortical activation parameter tested was hemoglobin difference (HbDiff), while the performance was evaluated according to the number of committed errors and latency. The recorded HbDiff concentrations for the typically developed (TD) were significantly higher (0.05) than that of students with dyslexia (Dys), confirming higher brain activities for TD students. TD students committed less errors and need less time to finish the task. Moreover, Pearson correlation analysis performed showed that there was a negative correlation between cortical activation parameters and performance. Limited studies explored the use of fNIRS to investigate the cortical activation of Arabic students' brains or correlated between the cortical activation and performance variables. Therefore, this current research is novel and showed the potential utilization of the fNIRS in the field of educational neuroscience.
Identifying At-Risk Factors of a College Course in Blended Mode and a Case Study
Authors: Cui WenHua , Fang Yiming , Ma Yan
Published: October 2024

A framework was proposed to identify the at-risk factors of college courses in blended mode, offering suggestions for continuous improvement. An indicator system concerning teaching quality characteristics was constructed based on context, input, process, and product (CIPP) model. Subsequently, the group Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) algorithm was employed to assign weights to each indicator. Notably, the approach for assessing the consistency of the judgment matrix was improved, with a focus on preserving the initial judgments of the experts to the greatest extent. Finally, results were computed using a fuzzy comprehensive evaluation. Continuous improvements were suggested to enhance the teaching quality of the course and improve student learning outcomes. A typical case study was presented to illustrate the detailed process of the proposed framework. The evaluation results demonstrate its potential as a new tool for understanding blended teaching mode and enhancing learning outcomes across various college courses.
Empowering Retail Dual Transformer-Based Profound Product Recommendation Using Multi-Model Review
Authors: Alsekait Deema Mohammed , Fathi Hanaa , Taha Mohamed , Taha Ahmed , Nabil Ayman , Nawaz Asif , Ahmed Zohair , Alshinwan Mohammad , Issa Mohamed F. , AbdElminaam Diaa Salama
Published: October 2024

Advancements in technology have significantly changed how we interact on social media platforms, where reviews and comments heavily influence consumer decisions. Traditionally, opinion mining has focused on textual data, overlooking the valuable insights present in customer-uploaded images—a concept we term Multus-Medium. This paper introduces a multimodal strategy for product recommendations that utilizes both text and image data. The proposed approach involves data collection, preprocessing, and sentiment analysis using Vti for images and SpanBERT for text reviews. These outputs are then fused to generate a final recommendation. The proposed model demonstrates superior performance, achieving 91.55% accuracy on the Amazon dataset and 90.89% on the Kaggle dataset. These compelling findings underscore the potential of our approach, offering a comprehensive and precise method for opinion mining in the era of social media-driven product reviews, ultimately aiding consumers in making informed purchasing decisions.
Evaluation of the effect of daily tadalafil 5 mg versus daily sildenafil 25 mg on neutrophil-lymphocyte and platelet-lymphocyte ratios in patients with erectile dysfunction: A comparative randomized controlled study
Authors: Bakry Abdel Rahman , Mahran Ali Mohamed , Gaber Hisham Diab , Sedek Mohamed Ismail , GamalEl Din Sameh Fayek , Motawi Ahmad Tarek , Mohamed Mohamed Diab , Elshebany Ahmed
Published: October 2024

Background: Previous studies have shown that the neutrophils/lymphocytes (NLR) and platelets/lymphocytes (PLR) ratios could be used as markers of inflammatory load as well as prognostic factors in several medical conditions. The current study aimed to compare the effect of using daily tadalafil 5 mg/day versus daily sildenafil 25 mg/day in improving erectile function as well as their ability to reduce NLR and PLR.Methods: One hundred and four participants were recruited. Seventy-four randomized patients with erectile dysfunction were equally divided into 2 groups. Patients in group A used daily tadalafil 5 mg for 2 months while patients in group B used daily sildenafil 25 mg for 2 months. Patients were collected from June 2022 to June 2023. Thirty healthy individuals served as controls. All patients and controls were evaluated using the validated Arabic version of the international index of erectile function (ArIIEF-5) at baseline and after 2 months of medical treatment. Five cc of venous blood sample was obtained before and after 2 months of medical treatment to compare the effect of phosphodiestrase type 5 inhibitors (PDE-5Is) intake for erectile dysfunction on PLR and NLR before and after treatment.Results: The current study showed that there were no statistically significant differences between the cases and the controls apart from the ArIIEF-5 scores. Moreover, there was no significant difference between patients in group A and those in group B regarding PLR and NLR post administration of PDE-5Is. Interestingly, patients in group A demonstrated a highly significant difference between the ArIIEF-5 scores as well as the PLR and the NLR before and 2 months after administration of daily tadalafil 5 mg. On the other hand, patients in group B who were administrated daily sildenafil 25 mg for 2 months demonstrated only a highly significant difference between the ArIIEF-5 scores before and after administration. Meanwhile, patients in group B did not reveal any statistically significant difference in the PLR and the NLR before and 2 months after administration of sildenafil 25 mg. Further regression analysis after adjustment of different variables of the study showed a significant correlation between ArIIEF-5 and PLR in patients who received daily tadalafil 5 mg (r = 0.430, p=0.004).Conclusions: Tadalafil and sildenafil have similar clinical efficacy in treating erectile dysfunction. However, tadalafil is more effective in lowering PLR and NLR compared to sildenafil.
Challenges related to the implementation of the CCMDD programme in Sekhukhune clinics
Authors: Sekopa Ragosebo P. , Netangaheni Robert T.
Published: October 2024

Background: Implementation of the central chronic medicines dispensing and distribution (CCMDD) programme in most of Sekhukhune primary health care (PHC) has been challenging. This raised questions as to reasons for the CCMDD programme and its good intentions and benefits eventually creating challenges in the Sekhukhune district PHC facilities.Aim: This study aims to describe the challenges related to the implementation of the CCMDD programme in Sekhukhune district clinics.Method: The qualitative research approach and its explorative and descriptive research designs were used in this study. Data were acquired through one-on-one semi-structured interviews and then analysed thematically.Results: Findings of the study revealed that shortage of staff, lack of communication, defaulters, negative impact of the CCMDD programme and lack of training as challenges to the implementation of the CCMDD programme in Sekhukhune district clinics.Conclusion: Sekhukhune public clinics have challenges concerning the implementation of the CCMDD programme; therefore, it is very crucial to provide proper training about the programme to all PHC facility staff members to improve the CCMDD implementation.Contribution: The study would provide suggestions to implement the CCMDD programme by correcting the process of enrolling clients, the methods of packaging and dispensing the medications, sending SMSs, as well as delivery to the pick-up points.
Investigating toxic leadership’s influence on employee turnover intention in a clinical research organisation
Authors: Jantjies Sophie D. , Botha Petrus A.
Published: October 2024

Orientation: This study examines the impact of toxic leadership (TL) on employees’ intentions to leave a South African clinical research organisation (CRO) and how organisational culture (OC) mediates this relationship.Research purpose: The research aimed to evaluate how toxic leadership behaviours affect employee turnover intentions (TIs) and determine to what extent OC mediates this relationship.Motivation for the study: In the context of CROs, the negative impact of TL on the retention and health of employees and organisations, in the case described in this article, is crucial to understand and mitigate.Research approach/design and method: This study used a quantitative and cross-sectional correlational design to collect data on employee perceptions of TL and OC within the CRO.Main findings: Toxic leadership significantly impacts employee TIs, and the OC is an essential mediator in this relationship.Practical/managerial implications: The results highlighted the need for organisations to address toxic leadership and to actively cultivate a positive OC to improve employee retention and reduce TIs.Contribution/value-add: This research provides empirical evidence of toxic leadership’s impact on TIs and the extent to which OC mediates this relationship. It reveals how OC mediates this relationship. The study contributes to the widest literature on leadership and organisational behaviour. It provides valuable insights into management practices for improving organisational health and employee well-being.
Enhanced Edge Detection through Binary Particle Swarm Optimization and L0 Guided Filtering
Authors: Verma Ankush , Dhanda Namrata , Yadav Vibhash
Published: October 2024

Detecting edges holds significant importance in image processing, serving as a fundamental step in numerous computer vision applications. This paper presents an innovative method for performing edge detection by combining Binary Particle Swarm Optimization (BPSO) with L0 Guided Filtering. The proposed method aims to address the challenge of accurately detecting edges in noisy and complex images by leveraging the benefits of both BPSO and L0 guided filtering. The process begins with the initialization of the BPSO algorithm, where binary particles traverse the solution space to optimize parameters critical for edge detection. These optimized parameters are subsequently employed in the L0 guided filtering framework, a sophisticated edge preserving filter known for its ability to maintain fine details while effectively reducing noise. The synergy of BPSO and L0 guided filtering demonstrates improved adaptability to diverse image characteristics, enhancing the overall robustness of edge detection. The binary nature of BPSO allows for efficient exploration of the solution space, facilitating faster convergence to optimal parameters. Concurrently, the L0 guided filtering ensures edge preserving smoothing, contributing to the suppression of unwanted artifacts. Experimental evaluations on benchmark datasets showcase the effectiveness of the proposed method compared to traditional edge detection techniques. The results indicate superior edge localization and reduced sensitivity to noise, highlighting the potential of the BPSO Based Edge Detection under L0 Guided Filtering in real world applications. The presented approach offers a valuable contribution to the advancement of edge detection methodologies, demonstrating its potential for enhancing the performance of computer vision systems in various domains.
Safety Concepts for Future Electromechanical Brake Central Control
Systems
Authors: Schrade Simon , Röhler Andreas , Nowak Xi , Verhagen Armin , Schramm Dieter
Published: October 2024

Electromechanical brakes (EMB) are currently coming into focus in the automotive
industry. This trend was confirmed in 2022, when a first automotive supplier
[1] announced the series production of
EMB systems. One major driver is safety, especially if EMB systems are
implemented with smart actuators that install redundant electronic control units
(ECU) and distributed software [1].
Earlier, the authors have addressed safety mechanisms in EMB actuators [2]. In this article the authors extend their
investigation to address safety mechanisms in future EMB central control systems
(CCS). Impact of different brake system topologies (X-, H-, centralized)
vis-à-vis potential safety mechanisms within communication buses and ECUs is
analyzed.
Evaluation of an Unsteady Yaw, Gust, and Broadband Turbulence
Generation System for Closed-Loop Automotive Wind Tunnels
Authors: Cacho Gemiel , Marques Joshua , Van Every David , Waudby-Smith Peter , Hanson Ronald
Published: October 2024

This study investigates the flow characteristics in the test section of a
model-scale, three-quarters open-jet, closed-loop return wind tunnel equipped
with a novel device featuring three subsystems to generate transient yaw, gusts,
and turbulence. The effect of each subsystem on the resulting turbulent and
unsteady flows is evaluated individually and simultaneously. It is demonstrated
that this new turbulence generation system can generate yaw distributions with
standard deviations ranging from 2.1° to 8.0°. This replicates a wide range of
on-road yaw behavior. Additionally, the subsystems can activate transient yaw
events and unsteady gusts. Frequency sweeping was demonstrated to fill a wide
range of low-frequency spectra, which helps recreate the on-road flow spectra in
wind tunnels. Unsteady gusts of more than 15% of the mean flow velocity were
achieved. The active turbulence subsystem generates turbulence levels from a few
percent, passively, to over 20% intensity levels actively, with tailorable
levels depending on input parameters to the active grid. Combined, the
subsystems were demonstrated to achieve a wide range of yaw distributions with
different standard deviations and features of the on-road turbulence spectrum,
from low-frequency events to broadband turbulence with significant inertial
subrange within the model-scale wind tunnel.
Minimum Requirements for Road Geometry and Attributes Definition™ SET File
Authors:   V2X Communications Steering Committee
Published: October 2024

Included in this set are the SAE J2945/A Recommended Practice which specifies the minimum requirements for defining various road geometries and select attributes associated with them via the Road Geometry and Attributes (RGA) data set (DS) to support road geometry related motor vehicle safety applications. Contained in this report are a concept of operations, requirements, and design, developed using a detailed systems engineering process. Utilizing the requirements, the RGA DS is defined, which includes the DS Abstract Syntax Notation One (ASN.1) format, data frames, and data element definitions.

Also included is the Abstract Syntax Notation (ASN.1) file which precisely defines the structure of the data used to implement applications conformant to the SAE J2945/A Recommended Practice. Using the ASN.1 specification, a compiler tool can be used to produce encodings using encoding rules identified in J2945/A. Both this ASN.1 file and the SAE J2735 ASN.1 files are necessary to collectively implement the data structures described in the J2945/A. The combined library can be used by any receiving application (along with the additional logic of the application).
Цивилистическое исследование понятия «предприятие» в российском гражданском праве
Authors: А.А. Веденин
Published: October 2024

В СТАТЬЕ ИССЛЕДУЕТСЯ ПРЕДПРИЯТИЕ КАК СУБЪЕКТ (УНИТАРНОЕ ПРЕДПРИЯТИЕ) И ОБЪЕКТ (ПРЕДПРИЯТИЕ КАК ИМУЩЕСТВЕННЫЙ КОМПЛЕКС) ПРАВА. ДОКАЗЫВАЕТСЯ, ЧТО ДАННЫЕ ПОНЯТИЯ НЕ ИСКЛЮЧАЮТ ДРУГ ДРУГА. АВТОР КРИТИЧЕСКИ АНАЛИЗИРУЕТ ЗАМЕНУ УНИТАРНЫХ ПРЕДПРИЯТИЙ ХОЗЯЙСТВЕННЫМИ ОБЩЕСТВАМИ С ПРЕОБЛАДАЮЩИМ ОБЪЕМОМ ГОСУДАРСТВЕННОГО УЧАСТИЯ (ПРЕЖДЕ ВСЕГО ХОЗЯЙСТВЕННЫМИ ОБЩЕСТВАМИ СО 100%-НЫМ ИЛИ ИНЫМ РЕШАЮЩИМ УЧАСТИЕМ ПУБЛИЧНО-ПРАВОВЫХ ОБРАЗОВАНИЙ В ИХ ИМУЩЕСТВЕ (АКЦИОНЕРНОЕ ОБЩЕСТВО, ОБЩЕСТВО С ОГРАНИЧЕННОЙ ОТВЕТСТВЕННОСТЬЮ)). АРГУМЕНТИРУЕТСЯ НЕОБХОДИМОСТЬ В ЗАКОНОДАТЕЛЬНОМ РЕФОРМИРОВАНИИ УНИТАРНЫХ ПРЕДПРИЯТИЙ В УСЛОВИЯХ РЫНОЧНЫХ ОТНОШЕНИЙ ПРИ СОХРАНЕНИИ ВАЖНОЙ РОЛИ ГОСУДАРСТВЕННОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ. В СВЯЗИ С ОТСУТСТВИЕМ ЗАКОНОДАТЕЛЬНОЙ РЕГЛАМЕНТАЦИИ ДОКАЗЫВАЕТСЯ ЦЕЛЕСООБРАЗНОСТЬ ВКЛЮЧЕНИЯ В ГРАЖДАНСКОЕ ЗАКОНОДАТЕЛЬСТВО РФ ПРАВОВОГО РЕГУЛИРОВАНИЯ ПРЕДПРИЯТИЙ, НЕ ИСПОЛЬЗУЮЩИХСЯ В ПРЕДПРИНИМАТЕЛЬСКОЙ ДЕЯТЕЛЬНОСТИ.
О гражданско-правовой ответственности за причинение вреда, условиях ее наступления и соотношении с деликтными обязательствами
Authors: Т.В. Дерюгина
Published: October 2024

В СТАТЬЕ ПРЕДПРИНЯТА ПОПЫТКА ПО-НОВОМУ ВЗГЛЯНУТЬ НА ПРОБЛЕМУ ОПРЕДЕЛЕНИЯ УСЛОВИЙ ПРИВЛЕЧЕНИЯ К ГРАЖДАНСКО-ПРАВОВОЙ ОТВЕТСТВЕННОСТИ ЗА ПРИЧИНЕНИЕ ВРЕДА; ПРОВОДИТСЯ РАЗГРАНИЧЕНИЕ ГРАЖДАНСКО-ПРАВОВОЙ ОТВЕТСТВЕННОСТИ С ДЕЛИКТНЫМИ ОБЯЗАТЕЛЬСТВАМИ. ОБОСНОВЫВАЕТСЯ, ЧТО В КАЧЕСТВЕ ОБЩЕГО ПРАВИЛА ПРОТИВОПРАВНОСТЬ НЕ ДОЛЖНА РАССМАТРИВАТЬСЯ КАК УСЛОВИЕ ПРИВЛЕЧЕНИЯ К ГРАЖДАНСКО-ПРАВОВОЙ ОТВЕТСТВЕННОСТИ. ПРЕДЛАГАЕТСЯ ФОРМАЛЬНЫЙ ПОДХОД К ПОНИМАНИЮ ПРОТИВОПРАВНОСТИ. ПРОВОДИТСЯ РАЗГРАНИЧЕНИЕ ПОНЯТИЙ ПРОТИВОПРАВНОСТИ И НЕЗАКОННОСТИ. ПРЕДЛАГАЕТСЯ СОБСТВЕННЫЙ ПОДХОД К МЕСТУ ВИНЫ В СТРУКТУРЕ УСЛОВИЙ ПРИВЛЕЧЕНИЯ К ГРАЖДАНСКО-ПРАВОВОЙ ОТВЕТСТВЕННОСТИ ЗА ПРИЧИНЕНИЕ ВРЕДА. ОБОСНОВЫВАЕТСЯ СОСТАВ ГРАЖДАНСКОГО ПРАВОНАРУШЕНИЯ, ВКЛЮЧАЮЩИЙ ТОЛЬКО ОБЪЕКТ, СУБЪЕКТ И ОБЪЕКТИВНУЮ СТОРОНУ. ДОКАЗЫВАЕТСЯ, ЧТО ДЕЛИКТНОЕ ОБЯЗАТЕЛЬСТВО ПО ОТНОШЕНИЮ К ОТВЕТСТВЕННОСТИ ВЫСТУПАЕТ ПРАВОВЫМ СРЕДСТВОМ ДОСТИЖЕНИЯ ЦЕЛИ (ВОССТАНОВЛЕНИЯ НАРУШЕННОГО ПРАВА).
Design Application of Active Sea Service Based on The Web at KSOP Tanjung Emas
Authors: Taufikurrahman Moh. Rafli , Rohmah Nur , Iskandar
Published: October 2024

The process of processing the Active Sea Service Certificate at the Harbormaster and Port Authority (KSOP) of Tanjung Emas is still done manually, making it vulnerable to illegal levies and reliant on paper documents. Therefore, an application is needed to expedite services, enhance efficiency, and minimize the occurrence of illegal levies. This research aims to elucidate the steps for designing a SIMALA application at KSOP Tanjung Emas and to assess its effectiveness. This research employs the Research and Development method, incorporating Planning, Production, and Evaluation (PPE) steps. The effectiveness of the SIMALA application at KSOP Tanjung Emas is gauged using the N-gain value. The process of creating a SIMALA application design at KSOP Tanjung Emas begins with planning, which encompasses preparing tools and materials, conceptualizing the SIMALA application system model, designing the database, structuring database tables, and interface design. The subsequent step is production, involving program and interface implementation. The final step is evaluation, which includes black box testing, phase I improvements, phase II testing, and phase II improvements. The effectiveness of the SIMALA application at KSOP Tanjung Emas falls within the high category, as evidenced by the N-gain value of 0.764.