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DIALOGICAL SPEECH ACTIVITY AS A NECESSARY COMPONENT OF THE FORMATION OF STUDENTS ' FOREIGN LANGUAGE COMPETENCE
Authors: Vozniuk T
Published: December 2023

One of the results of international cooperation and competitiveness is the need to remove the language barrier between its participants. In accordance with this, ensuring the mastery of a foreign language for free communication is the most important task of the education system at the present stage of development. In the proposed article, dialogical speech activity is considered as a necessary component for the formation of students ' foreign language communicative competence, which is one of the main goals of teaching a foreign language in a modern university. The article considers the characteristics and features of dialogical speech activity, the importance of speaking as a type of speech activity. The relevance of the research is related to the use of two types of teaching dialogical speech activity: deductive and inductive. Teaching foreign language dialogical speech activities should be systematic, purposeful, as close as possible to the conditions of real reality, which contributes to achieving a positive result in teaching a foreign language. The article provides a theoretical analysis of the application of the method of dialogical speech activity in teaching a foreign language at the present stage, taking into account trends towards international intercultural interaction.
BORROWINGS IN THE ENGLISH VETERINARY MEDICINE TERMINOLOGY
Authors: Rozhkov Yu
Published: December 2023

The article deals with the problem of language borrowings in the English terminology of veterinary medicine. The aim of the рaper is to analyze borrowings in the terminological system of veterinary medicine of English, to determine the factors that influence the appearance of borrowed terms. The study aims to investigate the etymological and linguistic aspects of terms, tracing their origins and adaptation within the context of veterinary medicine. Borrowed units of the English veterinary medicine terminology consist of the following groups: 1) Greek-Latin borrowings; 2) Scandinavian borrowings; 3) French borrowings; 4) German borrowings. It was mentioned that the Greek and Latin languages are traditionally recognized as basic sources of lexicon replenishment. The article also describes borrowings from other languages. The research examines the influence of classical languages, particularly Latin and Greek, on the formation of veterinary medical terminology. Additionally, it explores the contemporary contributions of the English language, highlighting its role in the global scientific community and scrutinizing the adaptation of new terms in modern veterinary research. Technological advances, brands and marketing strategies also influence the use of borrowings in veterinary terminology. Borrowings in veterinary terminology help to create unity and understanding of international communication in this field. They promote the exchange of knowledge and experience between specialists from different countries and contribute to the further development of veterinary medicine. Employing a comprehensive analytical approach, the author unveils the historical development of veterinary medicine through its linguistic framework, identifying the impact of diverse cultural and scientific contexts. The findings of this study contribute to a nuanced understanding of the evolution of veterinary medical terminology and its significance within the global scientific community.
DECONSTRUCTION OF NATIONAL NARRATIVES: TRAGICOMEDY AND TRAGIFARCE (DRAMATURGY BY L. TYMOSHENKO, LENA LYAGUSHONKOVA, V. CHENSKY)
Authors: Bortnik Zh
Published: December 2023

The article examines tragicomedy and tragifarce as dramatic genres actualized in modern drama, and characterizes their specifics. The concept of liminality is an effective strategy in literary studies, which made it possible to study the peculiarities of modern Ukrainian drama in the context of the implementation of the genre matrix of the ritual of transition in the genres of tragicomedy and tragifarce. Modern Ukrainian playwrights transform the genre varieties of «domestic comedy», resort to tragicomedy, which is able to demonstrate the inseparable unity of the tragic and the comic as a typical liminal state, and choose the tragic farce, which through comic pathos highlights the problematic points of the social structure, which does not meet the current requirements and destroys the individual . Tragicomedy and tragicfarce genres are studied on the example of the plays of modern Ukrainian playwrights L. Tymoshenko, V. Chensky, Lena Lyagushonkova, and others. The combination of the comic and the tragic is an integral component of the works of all modern playwrights: the «comic» becomes dominant, the basis from which the «tragic» grows, which is transferred to the level of the reader’s consciousness, forming receptive liminality as a state of searches, variability of interpretations, perception of works of complex form. Playwrights embody the characters of the works in an atmosphere of joy, laughter, grotesque comedy, while the tragic pathos is formed by the images of the plays, which create an atmosphere of impending disaster that the characters do not feel. The authors turn traditional images and plots into kitsch, make them a means of critical camp: they deconstruct them in the genre matrix of rituals of transition. The contrast between the comic and the tragic is a feature of the playwrights’ artistic style, which forms the basis of the tragicomic: the authors implement a comic plot that can end in a tragic ending, or turn the tragic into an optimistic one.
SPECIFICS OF THE COMMUNICATION SPACE OF MODERN SOCIAL MEDIA
Authors: Donii V
Published: December 2023

The modern flow of information, the development of information technology produces new trends in communication between people at the various communication platforms. Social networks are becoming increasingly popular, forming a communicative space with specific models of communication. Social networks are ised as specific tools in different fields, that’s why the problems of development and properties of social networks, the peculiarities of communication among participants attract scientific interest. The aim of research is to characterize the communicative space on the example of such modern social networks as Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Telegram, TikTok, to determine the features of the communicative environment there. The study was based on a comprehensive methodology that involves a combination of general scientific methods such as analysis, synthesis, comparison, generalization, and highly specialized methods. The communication space is formed by the use of communication technologies that ensure interaction between participants. Communication in the modern world is increasingly shifting from a live format to an online, acquiring the following characteristics, such as virtuality, transience, multidimensionality, anonymity, alienation and awareness, etc. The most popular platforms for communication are social networks. Today, the most effective communication environment is created at Instagram, as the tools of this social network are actively expanding beyond photos and videos. For example, Instagram Stories, Broadcast Channels play an important role in the communication process. Facebook’s communication space is characterized by active interaction between individual communicators and communities/organizations., A person identifies with a community by the Page function. The desire to join to the communication process arises and it makes a polylogue and expands the communication environment. Interactions between communicators at Twitter will be brief but highly informative. Communication on this social network is based on retweets, comments, and reposts. The communication is carried out only in channels and communities in Telegram, as there are no some additional tools, text, photo, video messages are widely used. Live streams provide communication between the author of the content and other participants, creating a relaxed communication space at the popular TikTok network.
Exploration for Helium in the Phanerozoic
Authors: Lafleur Paul
Published: December 2023

Almost all the helium discovered worldwide has been found by chance in the drilling for hydrocarbons. Targets were usually anticlinal structures located by seismic surveys. The association of helium and natural gas in reservoirs is purely coincidental because the source rocks for each are different—natural gas is mainly produced from diagenesis of carbon rich shale whereas Helium- 4 is derived mainly from the decay of uranium/thorium in the crust. A new geochemical exploration system for helium in the Phanerozoic is considered highly desirable by industry. The current exploration system in the Phanerozoic uses a modified petroleum system concept that has been used successfully for decades to high-grade plays and de-risk oil and gas prospects. Like a petroleum system, the helium system is identified by its source rock, reservoir, trap, seal, and migration pathways. However, this approach is expensive taking years to complete and can be a limiting factor for countries/provinces/states to develop their resources. As a precursor to ground helium/hydrogen surveys for exploration in the Phanerozoic, hyperspectral (satellite) surveys assess huge areas for their helium potential as well as any associated hydrocarbons. These areas may be even devoid of any previous exploration for hydrocarbons. This is followed with geochemical soil gas surveys of the more prospective trends to locate drilling locations. Both methods ascertain whether helium anomalies, which represent helium reservoirs at depth, are associated with hydrocarbons or nitrogen. Helium reservoirs associated with nitrogen are higher in helium content but are deeper, close to the basement. Hyperspectral and geochemical soil gas surveys are also applicable for projects that begin with helium analysis of old wells followed by seismic and drilling. Typically, exploration companies lease vast areas surrounding the legacy well, but their initial focus is on seismic in the area around the legacy well to determine the size and configuration of the helium reservoir and trap penetrated by the well and this is followed by drilling. It is not known at this point whether this reservoir is the best prospect because the helium discovered is usually associated with hydrocarbon (HC), not with nitrogen with much higher helium concentration in the lower Phanerozoic. Rarely do legacy wells penetrate deep enough to this level. Any cost-effective exploration program for helium is best accomplished by hyperspectral and follow-up geochemical soil gas surveys.
Значення нейропротекції в комплексній реабілітації хворих на ішемічний інсульт
Authors: Губеня O. V.
Published: December 2023

In this review we considered some questions of early rehabilitation in ischemic stroke. Rehabilitation tactics such patients provides non-medical (treatment status, developmental kinesitherapy, early vertical integration and activation of the patient), and medications (antiplatelet, nootropic, antioxidant and vascular therapy) methods. It was examined the data on the pathogenesis of acute ischemia and the role of neuroprotection in early rehabilitation. We analyzed the rationale for the use of citicoline in the most acute period of stroke.
Подострая воспалительная демиелинизирующая полирадикулонейропатия, ассоциированная с вирусной инфекцией Епштейна – Барра: клинический случай
Authors: Ponomarenko Yu. V. , Sulik R. V.
Published: December 2023

The clinical case of treatment a patient for subacute inflammatory demyelinating polyradiculopathy associated with Epstein–Barr viral infection is presented. It is showed that the period of rehabilitation after the indicated disease lasts long enough. It requires the differentiated approach in acute and recovery treatment period with using of different rehabilitation measures.
Критерії обмеження життєдіяльності при віддалених наслідках закритої черепно-мозкової травми
Authors: Matiash M. M.
Published: December 2023

On the basis of international classification of functioning, limitations of vital functions and health (MKF) were conducted inspections patients with the remote consequences of the closed craniocerebral trauma. All of patients passed a standard clinical neurological inspection and testing with a help MKF. It is well-proven that adaptation MKF allows to apply it at expert diagnostics, and also to estimate rehabilitation potential and efficiency of leadthrough of rehabilitation measures at patients with the remote consequences of the closed craniocerebral trauma.
Реабілітація хворих на герпетичну нейроінфекцію
Authors: Sulik R. V.
Published: December 2023

The clinical and etiopathogenetic heterogenity of herpes infection tropic to the nervous tissue are presented in this article. Filed basis of classification according to nosology, shape, type and period of the current herpes neuroinfection. Modern concepts of clinical laboratory and instrumental diagnostics of neuroinfections are presented. Highlight the major approaches to etiopathogenic therapy.
Природні нанотехнології у живій клітині: погляд на проблему
Authors: Chekman I. S.
Published: December 2023

Literature and research data concerning natural nanotechnology in living systems is summarized in this article. Over millions of years, nature has evolved complex processes controlling the functioning of living organisms. Using the principles of nature to create new tools and technologies is the current direction in the development of “smart” materials and systems. Physiologically active substances (amino acids, neurotransmitters, vitamins, albumin, ATP, fructose, DNA, RNA, fibrinogen, glutathione and others) are nano in size. Biological membranes, ion channels, nanopores, colloidal solutions of the body (blood, interstitial fluid) are nanostructures. The basic principle of nature reads: small tools make great work. In biological materials natural principle of high efficiency and minimum energy consumption is carried out due to the existence of natural nanotechnology that needs more study. Inefficient energy-consuming processes during the evolution gradually disappeared and were replaced by more effective. The study and experimental proof of natural nanotechnology will bring a better understanding of the laws of physiological functioning of organs and those of metabolic processes that maintain life. The ability to reproduce biological form with nanoscale precision will find application in tissue engineering, drug delivery, modeling and development of sensory and immune systems, visualization and diagnostic tools. Natural nanotechnology is highly effective, low energy-consuming, causes a rapid flow of vital processes in the body, the ability to quickly response to external positive and negative factors. Not all data presented in this paper is experimentally confirmed, it may be controversial and require further extensive research by special-ists of different areas to determine the role of nanotechnology and nanomechanisms in physiological, biochemical, immunological, genetic and other processes in living systems.
Кирлианография при железодефицитной анемии у больных с гастроэнтерологической патологией
Authors: Pisotska L. A. , Evstigneev I. V. , Bobrova O. O. , Malyj V. P. , Kapshuchenko O. M. , Vyazovska V. M.
Published: December 2023

The data given below show the efficiency of the therapy of the patients suffering from iron-deficiency anemia with gastroenterological pathology and helicobacter infection. The indicators of red blood of the patients from the group where they had been treated with medicine containing iron and antihelicobacterial therapy had a tendency to be higher with a prolonged compensation of anemia in comparison with the group of the patients who had not had antibacterial therapy. Finger kirlian-diagnostics was offered as an express-method to identify a possible infection. The feature of a high probability of infection is intoxication in gastroduodenal zone, abdomen area and a colon.
Mega-led urbanization and the transformation of peri-urban tissue: the case of Khulna, Bangladesh
Authors:   Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology (AUST), Dhaka, Bangladesh, Aziz N , Podder A.K. ,   Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET), Dhaka, Bangladesh
Published: December 2023

The recent push for urbanization in Bangladesh has placed a strong emphasis on accelerating economic growth through mega-scale infrastructure projects. However, there has been a lack of research conducted on how this trend of urbanization impacts the local morphology and socio-economic structure of cities, particularly in Bangladesh. This study delves into the effects of mega-led urbanization on the transformation of peri-urban tissue in Khulna, a significant coastal city in Bangladesh. Using a qualitative research approach, the study argues that the peri-urban tissues of Khulna possessed an inherent pro-migrant morphological character that supported the lives and livelihoods of migrants from nearby coastal regions. Nevertheless, the recent urban transformations led by mega-infrastructure, while promising development, are changing the peri-urban morphology into more rigid and standardized spatial forms. This shift poses potential challenges for the future of the marginalized rural population dependent on Khulna City to survive the crises of climate change.
Adapting sustainable energy features to existing condominium building stock in Sri Lanka
Authors:   University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka, Rathnasiri K.K.E.A.S.K. , Gamage I.S. ,   Western Sydney University, New South Wales, Australia, Lingasabesan V. ,   University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka
Published: December 2023

To achieve a sustainable future, Sri Lankan condominium buildings must be retrofitted with sustainable energy features. As the existing households account for 37% of energy consumption in the building sector considering the existing condominium stock is crucial. However, there is a lack of research on implementing energy conservation methods in Sri Lanka's existing condominiums, including social, financial, and technical challenges. Thus, this study aims to fill this gap by providing practical solutions to address the efficient energy consumption in existing condominium. Using a qualitative research approach, semistructured interviews were conducted with industry experts. Findings revealed a wide range of adaptable energy features for retrofitting, such as green roofs, LED lighting, tinted glasses, solar systems, and IT applications. Barriers for implementing sustainable energy features were identified and categorized as social, technical, financial, legal, market, and government-related barriers. Strategies to overcome these barriers include raising awareness, modifying policies, offering incentives, involving professionals, and exploring funding options. This research guides the adaptation of sustainable energy features in Sri Lanka's existing condominiums thereby enhancing the efficient energy usage within the condominium sector.
Sustainable 3R initiative practices in the Sri Lankan large-scale leather footwear industry
Authors:   University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka, Suriyarachchi D.P. , Nugawela C.T. , Dissanayake M.K.
Published: December 2023

The leather footwear manufacturing process generates hazardous waste during production, which impacts sustainability. Due to this, industries tend to implement sustainable practices. This research focuses on identifying and recording the sustainable waste management practices of the large-scale leather footwear industry. Taking into account the industry complexity and requirements for doing an in-depth investigation, a single case study has been adopted. Working experience of 10 years in Industry and knowledge specific to the relevant production stage were key considerations in purposive sample selection in the study. Semi-structured interviews of 30-minute sessions are conducted in parallel to observational factory visits to improve the clarity of research findings. Interviews were conducted in Sinhala considering the workers' linguistic knowledge for data interpretation. The relationship between the independent and dependent variables is determined using the content analysis method. The current sustainable waste management practices were identified within the research study. The study revealed the findings on reducing, reusing, and recycling sustainable initiative practices of the large-scale leather footwear industry which can be adopted for small and medium-scale manufacturing sectors of the footwear industry in Sri Lanka.
Rethinking streets as a potential urban scope: a case of densely packed neighbourhoods of Dhaka city
Authors:   Fareast International University, Dhaka, Bangladesh, Ta-sin L.M. , Amin S. ,   Myth Limited, Dhaka, Bangladesh
Published: December 2023

From the beginning of civilization, streets have been the interstitial spaces of cities and one of the predominant components of a community. In contemporary cities, streets have been transformed into typical thoroughfares though they represent the essence of their communities and generate intricate networks. Moreover, the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) emphasise building resilient and sustainable cities that ensure universal accessibility, safety, and adaptability. The primary objectives of this paper are to reevaluate streets as social hubs building trust among neighbours creating opportunities and analysing the scopes to incorporate them into the community development process as a gateway to initiate social interaction and participation in terms of establishing inclusive communities with liveable streets. As a reference, the Mirpur area, one of the densely populated areas of Dhaka city, is taken as a representation to address the problem and the research has been carried out with the assistance of Google Earth, field surveys, previous research works, interviews with community members and aimed to uphold the contribution of well-designed streets that can give authority to a community from all perspectives. However, the study substantiates the impact of streets on the social, economic life of the inhabitants and depicts how the streets hold the essence of dwellers and encourage participation through potential influence. According to the collected data nd their analyses, it demonstrates that more than 50% of the inhabitants regardless gender gather spontaneously on the streets everyday for different purposes, which make streets a potential social and economic hub as well as a successful urban space with a lot of opportunities to upgrade urban life for the residents as a whole.
Challenges in circular urban water management in construction industry of Sri Lanka
Authors:   University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka, Weerakoon P. , Thayaparan M , Weerakoan T.P. ,   IMT Atlantique, Nantes, France
Published: December 2023

Construction industry can be known as one of the prominent natural resource consumers compared to all other industries. Among these natural resources, water can be identified as one of the major concerns worldwide at present. Especially in urban area water distribution for essential activities of human beings is also becoming a challenge in most of the countries. As the consumption of natural resource is considerably high in construction industry, moving towards sustainable construction has been recommended. The linear approach, which the construction industry has been practising for years related to all kinds of resources, has become a threat towards the sustainable construction. Construction sector accounts for about 30% of the world's freshwater consumption. In Sri Lankan construction industry, the focus on management of water is limited. Among the natural resources urban water holds a significant place. While highlighting the importance of urban water management, this paper aims to explore the key challenges in circular water management in Sri Lankan construction industry. 12 semi-structured interviews with industry practitioners and academic experts on circular economy were conducted and the data were analysed using manual content analysis. The findings revel that most of the challenges in implementing circular water management in the construction industry in Sri Lanka are due to lack of awareness, realisation, involvement, and commitment by both citizens and the government. Hence the paper has recommended 6R concept towards implementing circular urban water management within the Sri Lankan construction industry as the authors believe that managing urban water is one of the significant actions to be considered now before it becomes too late in achieving long term sustainability.
Quantity surveyor’s role towards circular economic principles in the pre-contract phase of construction projects in Sri Lanka
Authors:   General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, Sri Lanka, Jayawardhana N.G.T.S. , Withanage K.T. ,   Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, Australia
Published: December 2023

The pre-contract phase of construction projects may cause plenty of issues in post contract phase such as project cost overruns, schedule delays, lack of productivity, losses of benefits, and poor stakeholder relationships. The circular economy concept is to create an economic system that makes it feasible for materials, products, and component regeneration while ensuring the longest possible value retention of projects. This research aims to ascertain the role of quantity surveyors in relation to circular economic principles in the pre-contract phase of construction projects in Sri Lanka and consists of four main objectives. Accordingly, research was conducted through a comprehensive literature review, preliminary interviews, expert interviews, and a questionnaire survey. Primary data were analysed through statistical and content analysis using SPSS software and NVivo software. The questionnaire survey had an excellent respondent rate of 84%, which is adding additional credit to the study's findings. Based on the different experiences and their scope of work in the pre-contract phase of construction projects, the industry experts proposed a wide range of solutions. Further, the results of the study demonstrate the importance of quantity surveyors’ role towards circular economic principles throughout the pre-contract phase of construction projects in Sri Lanka.
Gender conflict resolution in Nigerian and African American standup performances
Authors: Adekunle Idowu James
Published: December 2023

Stand-up comedy, a prominent facet of live theatrical entertainment, occupies a unique position in the entertainment industry, embodying a key element of popular culture. This comedic form reflects the sociological dynamics of both historical and contemporary societies, influencing and engaging both local and international audiences. Beyond providing psycho-physical therapy for performers, stand-up comedy plays a pivotal role in shaping societal perceptions. This article focuses on a gender-focused analysis of stand-up comedy, exploring its implications for domestic growth, marriage unity, and love. Utilizing three digital recordings featuring stand-up comedians, namely Bright Okpocha (Basket Mouth), Ayo Makun (AY), and Eddie Murphy, the study examines their unique approaches to addressing gender-based violence and resolving conflicts. The selection criteria were based on the comedians' distinct counseling methods and perspectives on gender-related issues. Drawing on Richard Schechner's performance theory, the analysis employs both performance and content analyses to elucidate the spectrum of gender conflicts and resolutions presented by the comedians. The findings underscore the importance of mutual understanding and communication in resolving gender conflicts. The article also delves into the influence of parental roles in household management and the pursuit of material wealth. Emphasizing the significant role of counseling modes, the study concludes that stand-up comedy, with its oratory counseling mode and therapeutic elements, serves as an effective means of addressing gender conflicts, contributing to mutual understanding and successful resolutions within society.
Analysis of Generic Structure and Grammatical Problem of Students in Writing English Paragraphs in Online Learning at Muhammadiyah University of Riau
Authors: Febtiningsih Prih , Ardiya
Published: December 2023

The purpose of this research is to find out the generic structure and grammatical problems encountered by the non-English students at Muhammadiyah University of Riau. The data was obtained through students writing task namely writing English paragraphs of descriptive text. The writing task was given through Learning System Management (LSM) of the university named Sikuli. The participants of this research were the Non-English students taking the English subject in the first semester in academic year of 2021/2022 at Muhammadiyah University of Riau. The samples of this research were 4 classes consisting of a number of students for each class taken randomly spreading in eight faculties. They were from Computer Science faculty (40), Communication Science faculty (28), Natural Science and Health faculty (45), and Teacher Training and Education faculty (25). The total number of students are 138. The researchers applied the theory of Gerot and Wignel (1994) and Halliday et al. (2014) from the perspective of systemic functional linguistics. In generic structure, the appropriateness and inappropriateness in formulating identification and descriptions in descriptive text were described. While, in grammatical case, the writing students were analyzed based on the theory proposed by Yarber and Yarber (2010) and Dye (2005). After the data was analyzed, the results were obtained. It was showed that the non-English students at Muhammadiyah University of Riau in writing English paragraphs of descriptive text got serious problem on writing identification (115/83%) as one of the generic structure in descriptive text. In addition, they also encountered grammatical problems such as noun, pronoun, verb, adjective, adverb, preposition, conjunction, parallelism, modifiers, subject-verb agreement, punctuation, and capitalization. Based on the numbers and the percentage of the grammatical problems above, it showed that the non-English students at Muhammadiyah University of Riau got serious problem on subject-verb agreement (129 / 14,16%).

Keywords: Generic structure, Grammatical problems, Writing English paragraphs, Online learning
MIG-Assisted Kernel-enabled Robot (MAKER) Arm for Seamless Automobile Maintenance and Service
Authors: Wang Hwang-Cheng , Korlam Sai Srinivas Vara Prasad , Reddy Manideep , Prasad Harshith R
Published: December 2023

Abstract: There is a definitive increase of excellence in the field of robotic automation, with automated vehicles that can drive people anywhere to automated robots that can perform high-risk surgeries remotely. Robotic automation was initiated as an industrial-grade asset capable of performing complex tasks and replacing humans limited by fatigue. With the advent and rise of Industry Revolution 4.0 (IR 4.0), in the modern world, one of the major markets that IR 4.0 occupies is the automobile industry. The automobile industry heavily employs robotic technology for vehicle manufacturing and assembly, yet post-sale servicing and maintenance remain predominantly manual. This discrepancy results in a gap in the efficient and timely maintenance of vehicles once they’re in the hands of customers. According to a report of Allied Market Research [1], the expected Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of the global automobile repair and service market from 2022 - 2031 is expected at 7.6%, corresponding to 1,656.21 billion US dollars by 2031. This establishes the scale of the market that the proposed solution is going to be primarily based on. This paper proposes a MIG-based solution for providing welding service to damaged and sheared automobiles, thus reducing the stated discrepancy. The proposed solution creates a kernel environment where the twin-headed robotic arm can assess its surroundings and perform appropriate action from its operation pool using Reinforcement Learning and Machine Learning. The twin-headed robotic arm holds a torch and lead (Al) on the heads to perform the desired operations. This innovative approach is equipped with advanced sensors and programming to accurately detect, diagnose, and service vehicles by leveraging On Board Diagnostic (OBD) systems. This study delves into the theoretical and technical complexities of building an automated welder that explores the practical application of robotic technology in the automobile aftermarket. Notably, this technology promises improved accuracy, consistency, and timeliness in car maintenance, significantly reducing human error, improving service times, increasing productivity, and inducing economic growth.
Human-animal relationship in water buffalo: quality of stockpeople interactions and their effect on dairy and meat production
Authors: Mota-Rojas Daniel , Braghieri Ada , Napolitano Fabio , Álvarez-Macías Adolfo , Bragaglio Andrea , Rodríguez-González Daniela , Mora-Medina Patricia , Pacelli Corrado , Domínguez-Oliva Adriana , Sabia Emilio , Rios Jennifer , De Rosa Giuseppe
Published: December 2023

Human-animal relationships for livestock refer to the interaction between stockpeople and animals during different stages of the productive cycle. For dairy buffaloes, the interaction during milking requires proper tactile stimulation to promote oxytocin release and prevent stressful handling that might reduce milk ejection. For buffaloes used for meat production, events such as mobilization and transport need to be performed by trained personnel to avoid injuries and negative behavioral responses from the animals. Maintaining a positive human-animal relationship is not only important from an economic perspective, but it is important to improve the welfare of water buffalo.
Workplace bullying among nurses: A systematic review
Authors: Vijayakumar Gavya , Rajagopal Subashini
Published: December 2023

Bullying victims are terrified, irritated, ostracized, belittled, robbed of resources, isolated, and prohibited from asserting their rights. Victims of bullying have worse work satisfaction, performance outcomes, engagement, and creativity. It also harms victims' social ties inside and outside the institution. To perform a systematic literature review on workplace bullying among nurses. Articles for review were collected from the SCOPUS database. After excluding and limiting the needed fields, the number of documents was limited to 202 (2004-2022). PRISMA is used for systematic flowcharts, and R-studio software is used for analyzing the articles. A total of 202 papers were published in 103 publications. Among the 202 papers, 28 articles used nurses as the study population. Overall, 2020 is the year with the highest number of annual productions, accounting for up to 35. The Frontiers in Psychology has the greatest number of publications compared to others, with a total number of 12; it mostly connects to the author named Einarsen SV, Harris A. The greatest co-occurrence score is for bullying. From 2004 to 2022, the major themes that were well-developed and significant to workplace bullying were behavior and conflict. Among the 202 journals, the most cocitation is performed by the author Lemann H (1966). The research from various studies reveals that people are more conscious that bullying is wrong and unacceptable, but it is often being reported. This systematic review analyzed workplace bullying among nurses based on a vast amount of empirical evidence published between 2004 and 2022.
Bridging Thai music notation to Western music scores through innovative conversion and evaluation
Authors: Seeyo Warakorn , Seekhunlio Weerayut , Chuangprakhon Sayam
Published: December 2023

Research on bridging Thai music notation to Western music scores through innovative conversion and evaluation by developing a Thai music notation printing program through innovative research For converting Thai musical notation into an international musical score by researching documents and related research along with advice from music experts. After that, the program was tried and evaluated by three experts and 20 test users. The results of the research showed the creation of a program to Thai music notation to Western music note structure conversion called XxX Notation (Triple Note) by accessing the domain http://www.music.msu.ac.th/xxxnotation-v2, which is under the website of the College of Music, Mahasarakham University. Music can be saved online, reused, and edited. Able to export notes to paper through printers, PDF, Word, and Excel. Able to listen to the sound of printed notes. It is the sound of a large gong, which is an instrument in the main melody of Thai music. And can increase or decrease speed. To Thai music notation to Western music note structure conversion. Use Thai music notation input, convert the data to MusicXML, and display it as an international note. The results of the quality assessment of the Thai music notation printing program from 3 experts to evaluate the quality of the program in 4 aspects found that the program evaluation results were the highest quality with an average of 4.68, and the quality assessment results from 20 users were the highest quality with an average of 4.76.
Fault detection in beam structure using adaptive immune based approach
Authors: Sahu Sasmita , Jena Shakti
Published: December 2023

Different structural and machine elements are used over the ages. These are subjected to various loads like static and dynamic load, temperature, corrosion etc. Due to the above-mentioned reasons, ageing of the structural elements occur. So, to enhance the designed lifetime of any structure continuous maintenance is required. One such method has been proposed in this research work and the proposed method can be employed as an online tool for the fault identification. Here dynamic analysis of structure has been conducted as the forward method to find out the modal natural frequencies related with the damage. Recently with the application of machine learning approaches and the soft computing, the damage can be detected easily. In this methodology, Clonal Section Algorithm (CSA) has been applied to find out the faults (crack locations and depth) in the structure initially. Later one such method has been developed in the concepts of adaptive immune based technique (Adaptive Clonal Section Algorithm-ACSA) which is the combination of an artificial immune (Clonal Selection Algorithm) and Regression Analysis (RA). The use of regression analysis makes the proposed method more adaptive and the residual error in the collection of vibration data is reduced. The mechanism and various steps involved in CSA, RA and ACSA are analyzed here in a precise manner. The key endeavor of this study is the development of ACSA and its implementation to condition monitoring of structure. To authenticate and check the accuracy of both the methods (CSA and ACSA), laboratory tests are carried out. The results obtained from each method are corroborated with other and found to be convergent.
Toward an Understanding of GSD5 (McArdle disease): How Do Individuals Learn to Live with the Metabolic Defect in Daily Life
Authors: Karazi Walaa , Coppers Jacqueline , Maas Daphne , Cup Edith , Bloemen Bart , Voet Nicole , Groothuis Jan T. , Pinós Tomàs , Marti Seves Ramon , Quinlivan Ros , Løkken Nicoline , Vissing John , Bhai Salman , Wakelin Andrew , Reason Stacey , Voermans Nicol C.
Published: December 2023

Background:

Glycogen storage disease type 5 (GSD) is an autosomal recessive inherited metabolic myopathy caused by a deficiency of the enzyme muscle glycogen phosphorylase. Individuals with GSD5 experience physical activity intolerance.

Objective:

This patient-led study aimed to capture the daily life experiences of GSD5, with a focus on adapting to and coping with their physical activity intolerance.

Methods:

An online survey was composed in close collaboration with patient organizations. It consisted of customized and validated questionnaires on demographics, general health and comorbidities, physical activity, psychosocial well-being and functioning, pain, fatigue and adapting to and coping with GSD5.

Results:

One hundred sixty-two participants (16 countries) participated. The majority, n = 86 (69%) were from the Netherlands, USA or UK. We observed a high rate of misdiagnosis prior to GSD5 diagnosis (49%), surprisingly a relatively high proportion had not been diagnosed by DNA testing which is the gold standard. Being diagnosed had a strong impact on emotional status, daily life activities and important life choices. A large proportion had not received any rehabilitation (41%) nor medical treatment (57%) before diagnosis. Engagement in vigorous and moderate physical activity was reduced. Health related quality of life was low, most likely related to low physical health. The median Fatigue Severity Score was 4.3, indicating moderate to severe fatigue. Participants themselves had found various ways to adapt to and cope with their disability. The adaptations concerned all aspect of their life, including household chores, social and physical activities, and work. In addition to lack of support, participants reported limited availability of information sources.

Conclusion:

Participants have provided guidance for newly diagnosed people, including the advice to accept one’s limited abilities and maintain an active lifestyle. We conclude that adequate counseling on ways of adapting and coping is expected to increase both health-related quality of life and physical activity.
The ‘Pants-Sign’: A Predictor for Falling in People with Parkinson’s Disease?
Authors: Jansen Jamie A.F. , Tosserams Anouk , Weerdesteyn Vivian G.M. , Bloem Bastiaan R. , Nonnekes Jorik
Published: December 2023

Background:

A history of falls is the most established predictor of future falls in people with Parkinson’s disease (PD). However, predicting a first fall remains challenging.

Objective:

To assess whether experiencing difficulties putting on pants while standing is a viable predictor of future falling, and specifically a first fall, in persons with PD. We define this ‘Pants-sign’ as people who resort to putting on their pants only while seated.

Methods:

264 persons with PD were included. Information on the Pants-sign, history of falls, disease severity (MDS-UPDRS part III), freezing of gait (N-FOGQ > 0), cognitive function (MoCA), self-reported disability (Schwab & England scale), health-related quality of life (SF-12), Timed-Up-and-Go, and one-legged stance were determined at baseline and after one-year follow-up. The association between the Pants-sign and future falling was examined by univariate logistic regression analysis. A multivariate step-wise logistic regression with forward selection was employed to identify the strongest associations in the entire cohort and a sub-cohort of people without falls in the year prior to baseline.

Results:

The Pants-sign was univariably associated with a future fall (OR = 2.406, 95% CI [1.313–4.409], p = 0.004]), but was not an independent predictor in the multivariate logistic regression; predictors were higher MDS-UPDRS part III scores (OR = 1.088, 95% CI [ 1.056–1.121 ], p < 0.001] and history of falls (OR = 5.696, 95% CI [2.650–12.243], p≤0.001]. For the sub-cohort of people without falls in the previous year ( n = 189), the Pants-sign was not associated with future falls.

Conclusions:

The Pants-sign is simple to assess and is associated with future falling in PD but is not an independent predictor.
Development and implementation of industrial wastewater treatment technologies
Authors: Sabliy Larysa
Published: December 2023

The results of the Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute the Department of Bioenergetics, Bioinformatics and Ecobiotechnology researches in two directions: 1 - research into the processes of physical and chemical purification of industrial wastewater of a number of industrial enterprises from antibiotics, heavy metal ions, synthetic surfactants, etc. pollutants, and the development of local cleaning technologies before discharging pre-treated wastewater into the city's drainage network; 2 – study of processes of biological wastewater treatment of industrial enterprises with deep removal of nitrogen and phosphorus compounds using immobilized microorganisms. The greatest decrease in the COD index was observed in the processes of coagulation and settling of wastewater of a pharmaceutical enterprise. The effects of purification according to the COD indicator in the case of using ferrous sulfate III were 76.0% and 72.2% for the initial values of COD of untreated wastewater, respectively, 90 and 120 mg/dm3. For biological purification, microorganisms immobilized on VIA carriers were used in oxygen conditions created in model bioreactors - anaerobic, anoxic, aerobic. To increase the biomass, we used nylon textured thread according to TU 6-06-S116-87 with a fiber diameter of 1.5-2.5 mm and a microfiber diameter of 100 μm. The specific surface area was 4000-5000 m2/m3. The average concentration of biomass in bioreactors by dry matter, g/dm3, was: in anaerobic I – 30; in anaerobic II – 24; in anoxic I - 16.8; in anoxic II - 5.4; in aerobic - 3.2. Biological treatment of industrial wastewater using immobilized microorganisms made it possible to obtain high pollutant removal effects. The indicators of purified wastewater were: COD - 50-80 mg/dm3; BODfull - 15-20 mg/dm3; suspended substances - up to 15 mg/dm3; compounds of nitrogen and phosphorus - within the norm for discharge into natural water bodies. The developed technologies were implemented at industrial enterprises, the savings in energy costs amounted to 40-45%, the high quality of purified water was ensured in accordance with the current standards for discharge into the city drainage system and into natural reservoirs.
Kemiskinan Sebagai Pemicu Perceraian dalam Perspektif Yuridis
Authors: Hanapi Agustin , Abubakar Azmi , Lubis Asmualiadi
Published: December 2023

Every marriage requires harmornisan and also permanence, to realize that, harmony between spouses is very important. This harmony in marriage law is called kafaah. The benchmark is not only compatibility in morals, but also related to age, social status and education. Many divorce phenomena occur due to the unfulfillment of the income of wives and children. Further explored this is due to the poverty factor caused by many variables.  This study was conducted to answer two questions, first whether poverty is a contributing factor to divorce. Second, what is the reason for the divorce that occurred in the Pidie community. This research is classified as field research with a qualitative approach. The methodology used is the study of phenomena in the maqāṣid review. The results of the study concluded that the peceraian factor is caused by many aspects, poverty is one of them. As for divorces that occur due to poverty dip.
Penerapan Sanksi Tambahan terhadap Pengguna Knalpot Non-Standar dalam Undang-Undang Lalu Lintas
Authors: Abdul Majid Luky , Guntara Deny , Abas Muhamad
Published: December 2023

This study analyzes the implementation of additional sanctions for users of non-standard mufflers in accordance with Law Number 22 of 2009 concerning Traffic and Road Transportation. The use of noisy racing mufflers is considered a criminal offense, but the existing sanctions are deemed ineffective. The research adopts a normative juridical approach with a legislative perspective. The findings reveal that additional sanctions that can be imposed on users of noisy mufflers include bringing the muffler closer to the user's ears or engaging in specific sports activities. Factors influencing the effectiveness of law enforcement encompass regulations, law enforcement agencies, infrastructure, society, and culture.