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Proposal of LPS Implementation in Popular Buildings in Manaus City
Authors: Alves Góes Adilson , Rocha Pinto Fabiana , Barbosa de Alencar David , De Freitas Lopes Gisele
Published: December 2019

This research proposes a study about a lightning protection system - LPS applied to popular buildings in the city of Manaus-AM, considering its importance for the protection of the whole structure, as well as the people who circulate in it. Atmospheric discharge is a force of nature, so it is almost impossible to stop this process from occurring or flowing with you. However, measures can be taken to avoid damage to the population, such as risk of death to living beings, as well as problems with electronic equipment and compromise of the building structure, with the adoption of lightning protection system in the most efficient way. . In addition, an atmospheric discharge, when it hits a structure, can cause internal systems to fail, considering that each structure is subject to damage determined by certain factors, such as: type of construction, function of the structure, power lines and metal pipes, among others. . The region and its intrinsic characteristics should also be considered as an indicator of climate change, indicating an increase in the region's occurrence.
Technological Control Assessment and Concrete Receiving
Authors: Cardoso Gomes Evilly , Pinheiro Garcia Mikelly , Bezerra de Lima Igor , Barbosa de Alencar David , Estanislau Sanches Antônio
Published: December 2019

With the growth in the area of ​​construction, a greater demand is obtained from both the consumer and the current standards, due to this there is the need for a refined assessment on the process of technological control of concrete. Concrete is one of the most important materials in construction, this material is the most tested and properly controlled, thus bringing the need for the development of this article. Upon receiving the concrete on site, according to the NBR technical standard [1], a series of conferences and preliminary test were analyzed, from which there is the first evaluation of the material in the fresh state, with the slump test, to deepen the Diagnosis of concrete evaluation A laboratory was hired to perform tests and ensure quality and reliability. In the laboratory, specimen ruptures were made through the compressive strength test, which is essential for the final verification of structural strength. The objective of this study is to evaluate the technological control of the concrete, focusing on the process of receiving, molding of the specimens and rupture in the hardened state, thus making it difficult to appear any failure, whether due to non-conformity in the process, the verification of the service resistance required or due to some tribulation in the constitution of the elements produced by the concrete, work or laboratory. This research took place particularly in a venture, located in the city of Manaus, addressing hypotheses and theses verifying their veracity about the changes in the results demanded, making clear the ways to improve the dissertated methodology.
Sinergia entre Cidadania e Participação Ativa Catalisando a Articulação do Empoderamento Feminino: interconexões necessárias com a subsidiariedade
Authors: CAMARGO DOLIVEIRA MARIANE , Santana Camargo Maria Aparecida
Published: December 2019

Vislumbra-se essencial, na atualidade, discutir a respeito dos novos arranjos institucionais que estão sendo formulados para se buscar uma verdadeira democratização das bases estatais, o que demonstra que o debate atinente às políticas públicas está, cada vez mais, adquirindo força. É mediante a articulação do poder local com a cidadania que se pode perpassar novos caminhos de apropriação do espaço público pelos sujeitos, especialmente pelas mulheres. Enviesando nesse sentido, a presente pesquisa, de cunho qualitativo e caráter teórico, pretende analisar as interconexões necessárias com a subsidiariedade, visando repensar a sinergia existente entre a cidadania e a participação ativa como catalisadoras de um efetivo empoderamento social em âmbito local. Parte-se do pressuposto de que no espaço local, em decorrência da proximidade com os sujeitos, é possível que haja substancial empoderamento articulado com a participação cidadã.
The Relevance of Information Security Policy in the Logical Part of the Company
Authors: Da Silva Corocher Igor , Lopes Felsenthal Barbara , Pereira Gonçalves Bruno , Lobo de Oliveira Jean Mark , Pereira Gomes Rilmar , Barbosa de Alencar David
Published: December 2019

The objective of this research is to analyze the relevance of the information security policy in the logical part of the company. It will be used data obtained from research conducted within various companies, which demonstrate the level of knowledge of employees and some wrong measures they taken which ended up harming the company. It will be possible to check not only the weight that an information policy has within any economic sector, but also to point out which areas of the company are most prone to data loss/theft. One of the most valuable assets in any business, is information, that is, data that is generated through trades made, revenue generated, productivity, etc., and however small the information seems, to the market it can be extremely relevant and the leakage of this information, due to a failure or lack of security, can lead to the bankruptcy of a company.
Introduction of Basic Computer Programming Logic in Elementary and High Schools Using Logic Block
Authors: Lopes Gomes Ronaldo , Chamy do Nascimento Ricardo , Da Silva Viga Caio Victor , Pereira Gonçalves Bruno , Lobo de Oliveira Jean Mark , Pereira Gomes Rilmar , Barbosa de Alencar David
Published: December 2019

This document analyzes factors that make it difficult for computational programming logic to consolidate itself as a subject to be taught in schools and how to introduce it into the academic environment through a hypothetical curriculum based on studies and also including the logical block programming language, Scratch. Studies are conducted to create the basis of an experimental school grade. Said grade describes in detail the age groups it will reach and what knowledge will be taught to them. With a better understanding of programming and programming logic in mind, not only individuals who choose to work in the field will already have a larger knowledge base than today, but people who choose not to work in the field of computer technology will benefit of a more logical and cohesive line of reasoning.
Hybrid Mobile Prototype for Evapotranspiration Calculation Using Raspberry Pi
Authors: De Souza Santana Adriana Karla , De Araújo Elilson Leal , De Oliveira Lins Belo Waldeck Matheus , Pereira Gonçalves Bruno , Lobo de Oliveira Jean Mark , Pereira Gomes Rilmar , Barbosa de Alencar David
Published: December 2019

The hybrid mobile prototype proposes to assist the farmer in obtaining crop evapotranspiration data reducing the effort in calculating them. In warm weather places, it is of the fundamental importance to verify a prototype for the calculation of evapotranspiration, thus favoring sustainable irrigation. To show this important discussion, a study was conducted highlighting the advantages of using the methods for calculating evapotranspiration cited by Hargreaves Samani and the Penman Monteith method. There is the need to use tools that automate the evaporation method, being able to access them on mobile devices with Android and iOS systems, and also notebook, bringing advantages and relevant contributions to the scientific community and potential users. The benefits of using automated irrigation can serve as basis for more conscious and sustainable decision making.
Diagnosis of the Basic Sanitation of the Prata Lagoon and Maresia Lagoon, Prosai-Maués Project, Located in the Municipality of Maués - Amazonas
Authors: Marinaldo da Silva Lopes Raimundo , Rocha Pinto Fabiana , Barbosa de Alencar David , De Freitas Lopes Gisele
Published: December 2019

The discussion about the quality of Environmental Sanitation (ES) services is currently highlighted because it is directly linked to the population's quality of life. Assessing the scope of SA services has become an important tool for the management of municipalities and states, as it allows the adaptation to the reality of the population to improve future planning, foreseeing the expansion of SA services. The Municipal Basic Sanitation Plan - PMSB was established by Law No. 11.455 / 2007 as an important planning tool for basic sanitation services. It consists of programs, projects and actions aimed at improving the conditions of services that constitute basic sanitation: water supply, sanitation, as well as urban solid waste management and urban river water. With the accelerated urban growth in the municipality of Maués and the intense aggressions to the environment, the PROSAI-MAUÉS ES indicators were identified and diagnosed, which propose improvements in the urban, environmental and basic sanitation conditions of the municipality with the recovery of Lagoas do Silver and Maresia, which for many years have suffered from pollution around the lagoons. The lagoons in question were chosen for the implementation of PROSAI-MAUÉS, explained by the occupation of its margins by low-income population installed on stilts, the existence of flood risk points and the need for renewal of this urban fragment of tourist importance. On-site research was conducted using observation techniques and photographic recording to describe the conditions of local sanitation services. The experience of the PROSAI-MAUÉS project indicates that it is necessary to seek the institutional strengthening of the entities involved with the local society since the early stages. from the initial planning and execution to the final phase of monitoring and follow-up of the services provided by the basic sanitation works, thus ensuring the sustainability of the Program for future generations.
MWO Line Optimization Applying Lean Manufacturing Methodology: PIM Case Study
Authors: Azevedo Eleutério Aline , Tregue Costa Alexandra Priscilla , Barbosa de Alencar David , Estanislau Sanches Antônio
Published: December 2019

With the increasing competitiveness in the market and the constant development of technologies, today companies are constantly improving, the managers' concern is to achieve maximum process productivity with minimum losses and waste, thus reducing the value to the maximum. aggregate to the product and taking considerable profit margins from sales, so it is of paramount importance to have a lean production process, with well-balanced production times, a minimal amount of work in process and especially a minimal amount of labor , which has very high costs that generates added value directly in the product. In this study was applied the methodology, observation, quantitative and deductive based on theoretical references in order to maximize the efficiency of the production process, through the use of some Lean methods and quality tools as a way of discourse for process improvement also applying process balancing with the primary purpose of reducing the amount of direct labor. Thus the present study presented satisfactory results increasing the efficiency of the microwave oven production line, with the reduction of a direct operator, bringing a leaner and more efficient process.
Implementation of 5S Methodology in Stock Area in an Electronics Factory in Manaus Industrial Polo
Authors: Narciso Magalhães Ricardo , Tregue Costa Alexandra Priscilla , Barbosa de Alencar David , Estanislau Sanches Antônio
Published: December 2019

In companies in the Manaus industrial district, a vision for continuous improvement is obtained, because large companies seek to follow a quality standard in their products and also in terms of organization in their work environment. This article seeks to describe the benefits of deploying the 5S program in a stock sector, where it is one of the shortcomings of large backlogs of manufacturing products in the manufacturing sector, acting with corrections in material allocation positions, as well as the use of appropriate tools and tools. expanding their spaces, having a low cost and also adapting storage of other different models without problems in identification.
Methodology for Indirect Material Control in a White Line Company
Authors: Rodrigues Pereira João Bosco , Barbosa de Alencar David , Tregue Costa Alexandra Priscilla , Estanislau Sanches Antônio
Published: December 2019

At the fierce level that companies generally find themselves in, it is no longer allowed to let the missing material off the shelf of a stock, be it material that is part of the product or indirect material that assists in assembly activity. People involved in the item buying activity need to have full control of inventory, whether planning, changing the planned or planning the unexpected. For the preparation of this study, the daily activity of indirect stock operators of a White Line Company was observed. The factory material control system (ERP) has many functions that made control complex. In parallel to the ERP system, a material control worksheet was created and shared in the cloud that allows all necessary information regarding an item to be easily viewed, where the indirect material worksheet manager needs to update daily by downloading every morning information from the ERP system. Getting better inventory supply chain management, better execution of activities.
The Impact of Mobile Phone Use on Adolescent Health
Authors: Carvalho Feitosa Antônio Gelcivan , Ribeiro da Silva Márcio , Nery de Souza Ferreira Matheus , Pereira Gonçalves Bruno , Lobo de Oliveira Jean Mark , Pereira Gomes Rilmar , Barbosa de Alencar David
Published: December 2019

With the increasing rise of smartphones among adolescents, the question arose about the impact of the use of mobile phones among this audience, seeking to assess the harms caused by their excessive use. The present work was elaborated through bibliographical research in articles, books and websites, in a non-systematic way through qualitative and quantitative research, analyzing printed questionnaire. Regarding the results related to the problems caused by the use of smartphones, such as lack of attention, indisposition, poor school performance, little interaction in the classes kept an average of 22.5% difference for those who felt affected, about the posture we have a relatively few. high, however, is still less than half of respondents, but only 33.75% of people who do not worry about posture when using the phone showing, therefore, that young people, focus of our research, has a good ergonomic behavior , both when using the smartphone and watching classes, picking up objects on the floor, and sitting in the chair.
Economic Feasibility Study Generated on Replacing Tubular Fluorescent Lamps with Led Lamps in a Commercial Building
Authors: Da Silva Mariano Nilzemar , Da Silva Oliveira Livia , Barbosa de Alencar David , Smith dos Santos Eliton
Published: December 2019

The present study has as main objective to verify the reduction of electric energy consumption, allied to the possible economic-financial and environmental benefits that are associated with the use of LED lamps in a commercial building, where it develops office activities covering only part of the building. , which served as the experimental basis for the application of the case study, initiated after a survey of the electrical and constructive characteristics of the luminaires installed on site. In research conducted in the local market specialized in the subject, we selected lamps that are more easily found, analogous to those already installed, manufactured by traditional companies in the field. The monitoring of lighting loads was made by measuring by specific equipment and simulation of energy billing according to the rules of calculations established in rules governed by government agencies and tariff framework in which the building is in both scenarios, before and after lamp replacement. Providing financial technical evaluation through the use of indicators that show the viability of this substitution.
Economic analysis of an automated lighting system with presence sensor at a state school in the city of Manacapuru-AM
Authors: Trindade Ribeiro Luiza Yanka , Da Silva Oliveira Livia , Barbosa de Alencar David , Silva Parente Ricardo
Published: December 2019

This work addresses the consumption of electricity in a state school in the interior of Amazonas, highlighting the importance of the search for available technologies to reduce energy consumption. In this context, the main objective of this study is to demonstrate the energy costs in the lighting system of a state school in the city of Manacapuru, and also to analyze economically the feasibility of an automated lighting system with presence sensor in classrooms. Since, the lighting of the classrooms is manual and depends exclusively on the need for a public servant to turn on and off the switches, thus, the energy consumption of the luminaires and the time in which the exacerbated consumption occurs directly affects the energy bills of the place. In the development of research, it was found that the use of presence sensors would result in both financial savings and an environmental issue. The results showed that it is possible to have a saving of 31.43% in the value of energy compared to the value currently paid. Therefore, the amount of the investment that costs R$ 1.998,00 would be paid in two and a half months. This way, it would contribute to the useful life of the lamps and thus avoid their early disposal, thus avoiding an environmental impact because the replacement and disposal of these materials are usually very harmful to the environment.
Predictive Maintenance Through Thermographic Analysis: Case Study in a Manaus Industrial Pole Company
Authors: Platão Seabra Paiva Luã , Da Silva Oliveira Livia , Barbosa de Alencar David , Oliveira Siqueira Júnior Paulo
Published: December 2019

Due to the high demand for electricity in the manufacturing industry, companies to obtain greater profitability on their produced goods, seek and adopt ways to reduce energy consumption, and use predictive maintenance as a tool by applying thermography. Thus, the purpose of the research is to show the importance of thermographic analysis for assessing losses and preserving the safety of the company's physical facilities. The research is descriptive, qualitative and case study. The instrument used for data collection were direct observation and document analysis. In this context, the results obtained were the mapping in the manufacturing facilities and the identification of some failures in the company's electrical system. After this data collection process, it was possible to analyze and plan the corrective actions. In conclusion, it is possible to reduce manufacturing costs through predictive maintenance through the thermographic analysis tool, positively impacting the company's financial results.
How to compare energy efficiency inspection tests on TVs?
Authors: Souza Ismael Victor Lira de Souza , Silva Dr. Jonas Gomes da
Published: December 2019

It is a case study conducted in company X of the electronic branch located in the Industrial Pole of Manaus (PIM), the capital of Amazonas–Brazil. The problem was the need to develop a benchmarking involving energy efficiency inspection tests on televisions. The objective is to compare the performance of the standard method and the new method of performing the energy efficiency inspection test. To this end, quality tools were applied with data collected from the use of the time study of each test step. After data collection and analysis, it was concluded that the new test: a) has 67% of its steps performed automatically and 43% manually, its average lead time is 4h14min34, a gain of 33.5% in total time required to perform the test; b) can be developed with the application of Brainstorming, Ishikawa Diagram, GUT Matrix, PDCA, Vertical Flowchart in conjunction with Chrono-analysis. It is worth highlighting the importance of the local top management support so that each of these tools is used with autonomy and creativity by the collaborators involved in the project.
Prototype Development Open Source Platform-Based Electricity Meter with Minimum Rate of Change According to Module Five of the Electricity Distribution Procedure in the Brazilian National Electrical System (PRODIST)
Authors: Marialva do Nascimento Jamilson , Da Silva Oliveira Livia , Souza da Fonseca Aristeu , Barbosa de Alencar David , Henrique Reis Nascimento Manoel
Published: December 2019

The article proposes the development of a low-cost, well-performing open source residential energy consumption demand meter compared to commercial meters in order to achieve accurate results and remain within the limits determined by technical standards, with the objective of measuring real and instant energy consumption through microcontroller and current sensor. The prototype has the ability to provide energy consumption data for a low voltage residential load or wiring to obtain the final amount of energy consumption Data is collected in stages by collecting current and voltage,  the microcontroller receives analog stimuli from sensors, as voltage and current samples are processed to calculate power, current and voltage. The use of the device leads the consumer to clarify the instantaneous energy consumption per installed component and it is possible to compare the cost benefit in relation to the energy consumption, providing consumers the follow up and a detailed view of its consumption, leading to efficient and sustainable use, enabling the improvement of the quality of energy supply to equipment connected to the distribution system.
Implementation of 288 KWP Photovoltaic Solar System On-Grid in a Manaus Industrial Polo Company
Authors: Oliveira Ítalo Pedro Santos de , Da Silva Oliveira Livia , Barbosa de Alencar David , Reis Nascimento Manoel Henrique
Published: December 2019

The rational use of electricity is practically mandatory, due to the current moment in which the country crosses, mainly due to the reduced reservoir levels of the hydroelectric plants, and where there are high costs in the production of its fuel inputs. fossil fuels, and recent tariff adjustments that the government has been approving year after year, making conventional energy increasingly expensive in the country. Companies and households focus on looking for ways to dodge electricity inflation through clean and renewable energy sources, as is the case here, of photovoltaic solar energy. Aiming to supply about 70% of the electricity bill of a Company of the Manaus-AM Industrial Pole, this work proposes a 288 KWp photovoltaic solar system, consisting of 900 330 W photovoltaic panels, accompanied by 10 Inverters. 30 KW each, connected to the Amazonas Energia Distribution Network, featuring an On-grid solar system, and becoming the largest executed solar energy project in the Amazon and Northern Brazil. The implementation of the system seeks to make feasible and solve the high cost of the electric bill with the application of a solar system, and analyze its investment, financial return and clean energy generation for the next 25 years.
PDCA Cycle Application in Management of Industrial Processes in a Manaus Industrial Pole Factory
Authors: Oliveira Cantanhede Hercules , Barbosa de Alencar David , Tregue Costa Alexandra Priscilla , Reis Nascimento Manoel Henrique
Published: December 2019

This study aimed to study and monitor the implementation of the PDCA method. (Plan, Do, Check, Action) Through action research. It was found that achieving the best results required the use of Quality Tools (Ishikawa Diagram, 5W and 2H, Brainstorning, 5S) providing more accurate data for better decision making. The study had bibliographic research and data comparison, providing references to diagnose the root of the problem presented in the production process related to the aesthetic quality of the finished product (Lithium Ion battery for mobile). Using the 5S program to implement and guide employees in new work habits, ensuring product and process quality, avoiding waste and enabling continuous improvement.
Implementation of the TN-C-S Scheme in an Ungrounded Low Voltage Electrical Installation in Manaus / AM
Authors: Barbosa Soares Gabriel , De Oliveira Pereira Djanielson , Da Silva Oliveira Livia , Barbosa de Alencar David , Henrique Reis Nascimento Manoel
Published: December 2019

This paper is intended to formulate a hypothesis for the implementation of a grounding system in a low voltage electrical installation in the city of Manaus. According to ABRACOPEL and PROCOBRE 48% of Brazilian properties do not have a protection conductor and according to NBR 5410 and NBR 5419 the grounding system is of crucial importance, both for the protection of the building, as well as the human being; Inserted in this context, the present article seeks to report a method applied by the author for the implementation of a reliable grounding system that fits the Manaus Electric Power System.
Human Resource Dynamics and Total Quality Management Achievement in Technical Institutions in Kenya
Authors: MACHARIA JOSEPH , Chui Dr. Mary Mugwe , Edabu Dr. Paul
Published: December 2019

Total quality management in Japanese industrialization can be realized through human resources in Technical training in Kenya. The purpose of the study was to evaluate the influence of human resource dynamics on the achievement of total quality management in technical institution trainings Kenya. Resource Dynamics and total quality management theory guided the study through a mixed methodology approach and concurrent triangulation design. From a population of 1664 respondents, 499 (70.14%) participated where 16(30%) were principals and 31(30%) students were purposively sampled. 76(30%) Heads of Departments and 374(30%) lecturers were randomly sampled. Interrogation was through questionnaires, interview guides. Piloting of instruments using Cronbach alpha scale tested on Validity and credibility. Qualitative data was analyzed thematically and quantitative data using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences. Human resource influences total quality management at 56% and the study recommend improvement on staff motivation in all Technical Training Institutions in Kenya.
Application of PDCA Cycle Methodology in Management of Continuous Improvement in Receiving and Movement Logistics
Authors: Santos Queiroz Erika , Barbosa de Alencar David , Tregue Costa Alexandra Priscilla , Eufrasio dos Santos Marden
Published: December 2019

Logistics is one of the main processes within organizations, because it is possible to store different types of items in stock. However, maintaining management is not a simple role, as the process needs to be integrated with the quality, storage and accuracy of stored resources, which are as high as possible, and this makes it a bigger challenge for the vast majority of organizations. The present work aims to propose an application and management of the PDCA cycle methodology for greater efficiency in the receiving and handling sector, reducing costs and controlling container yard operations, without major investments, just by using the PDCA and some Quality tools.
Implementation of Time and Method Studies for Improvement Continues in Productive Efficiency of the Mini System Production Line
Authors: Dos Santos Silva Fabrício , Barbosa de Alencar David , Tregue Costa Alexandra Priscilla , Eufrasio dos Santos Marden
Published: December 2019

This article discusses the relevance of implementing a proposal that aims to apply the study of times and methods in the production line of the Mini System, a device that promises a sound with more power, quality and functionality produced by a company from Manaus Industrial Polo. The overall objective is to show that by calculating production times and methods it is possible to increase the company's capacity and reduce labor. The specific objectives are: to map the productive process; measure operation cycles, through time and production lead time; identify bottlenecks and constraints; identify losses; and propose improvement actions. Therefore, the methodology used was a biographical research, carried out through systematic studies in books, articles and websites; This was followed by field research through data collection in the Mini System assembly operation, focusing on the analysis of the total time spent on the production line. The results achieved with the study were put into practice, showing positive changes in efficiency, increased production, reduced labor and financial savings.
The Application of Logistics as Increase Income in Small Porte Company - Case Study in Salgados Mania
Authors: Azevedo Said Victor , Barbosa de Alencar David , Tregue Costa Alexandra Priscilla , Alberto Oliveira de Freitas Carlos
Published: December 2019

Logistics challenges are present in any organization, including small businesses. If today it is indispensable in large industries, for smaller companies the reality is different, since, in general, they do not have enough structures or employees to face adversity and meet their goals. Thus, it is becoming increasingly relevant to invest in tools that can bring improvements and results. Logistics encompasses activities that deal with the flow of material, human and information resources, but micro and small entrepreneurs generally do not handle all these stages of the process, which ends up making production work, often with lower efficiency than its total capacity, generating costs and making the company less productive. Lack of planning causes damage most of the time. This involves everything from inventory control to small processes that need human monitoring to happen. Due to the tools logistics offers to implement in any industry, regardless of size, opportunities for management improvement are growing, making the small business owner eligible to plan and think bigger about their business.
A proposal for an Atmospheric Discharge Protection System (ADPS) for a Public School in the City of Manaus-AM
Authors: Da Costa Brandão José Augusto , Da Silva Oliveira Livia , Barbosa de Alencar David , Alberto Oliveira de Freitas Carlos
Published: December 2019

The present study sought to highlight the importance of protection against electric discharges to a school in the public school of the city of Manaus-AM, based on the basic recommendations and guidelines for making decisions presented in the elaboration of a ADPS proposal. The methodology of the work was based on the collection of information on the subject from the theoretical-bibliographic research, as well as the accomplishment of the field research in the school through the technical visits for data collection. The results of the research were presented in the technical verification report of the ADPS need at school, so the study carried out a detailed study on the protection risk management, the analysis of the risk components to the atmospheric discharges, general risk assessment, evaluation the design of the protection system. Based on the report, the research presented the appropriate recommendations to assist school management in decision making, considering the importance of protecting the public heritage from the damages caused by the atmospheric discharges.
Study and Simulation of Voltage Profile Recovery on a 200 km Transmission Line Using Shunt Static Var Compensator (SVC)
Authors: Simões Louzeiro Rennivan , Da Silva Oliveira Livia , Barbosa de Alencar David , Koga Roger Santos
Published: December 2019

This article aims to clarify how Flexible Alternating Current Transmission Systems (FACTS) technology, for static operating devices, conditioned on application to long-distance transmission lines can solve problems related to voltage drop on paths known as “weak zones” of the power transmission system. Some technical aspects of the construction of the SVC Static Reactive Compensator in conjunction with thyristor switching devices such as TCR and TSC are described. The proposed scenario is similar to the Brazilian interconnected system, where much of the generator park is hundreds of miles from the country's major consumer centers, leading to the structure of this system longer transmission lines and consequently greater losses in the transmission paths. For the proposed simulations the MATLAB Simulink ® environment was used considering different voltage unbalance operating ranges caused by three-phase faults in the transmission lines. The conclusions show that the distance from the lines to the load has a great influence on the oscillatory effects of voltage, and the fact that the “loading” transmission lines can compensate for much of the path by generating wars through the circuit's natural capacitance. The allocation of capacitor and shunt reactor banks is a reliable option for the transmission system and can act as a support mechanism for voltage control maneuvers to circumvent abrupt changes in reactive demand. From the simulations output comparison, the transient effects showed greater stability in the voltage signal recovery in the stretches where the compensation blocks were located near the lowering substation bus, thus demonstrating the capacity of the applied technology.
Longitudinal Analysis Of Patents On Colorectal Cancer
Authors: Camargo Tiane , Priesnitz Mariane Camargo , Krause Luciana Maria Fontanari , Da Silva Marina Bezerra
Published: December 2019

Colorectal cancer is epidemiologically relevant worldwide because it is the fourth leading cause of death from cancer. This study aims to present the mapping of technologies related to colorectal cancer. The search took place during the months of May and June 2019. The Leans database was used, which collects global patent information. The search occurred through the term "colorectal cancer", inserted in the title or abstract fields. Patents with publication date between January 1, 2000 and June 1, 2019 were selected. Only the patents granted and those filed were filtered (patent application; granted patent). A total of 6,850 patents were identified, of which 5,445 (79.48%) correspond to patents filed and 1,405 (20.51%) are patents granted in the period from 2000 to 2019. In 2000, 47 patents on colorectal cancer were published. The quantitative growth of technologies filed and granted was constant. In 2017 there was a total of 911 applications, indicating a growth of 1938.29% in relation to the year 2000. The first patent of the period was on the APC gene mutation, associated with colorectal cancer in families of Ashkenazi Jews, developed by Laken and collaborators (2000), and belongs to Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland, in the United States. It can be concluded that the mapping of patents is important to trace a panorama of the world technological advance, as well as it can also be used as an instrument to identify scientific articles that cite patents developed in a given time space.
How to evaluate Industrial Engineering undergraduate teachers?
Authors: Silva Jonas Gomes da , Silva Roberta Costa da
Published: December 2019

In Brazil, teacher evaluation is required by the National Higher System Evaluation System (INEP, 2011). At UFAM, it is done through the student portal, which is considered ineffective, compromising the process of continuous improvement of teaching and learning. The article evaluates the students' level of satisfaction with the quality of the services provided by the teachers who taught discipline for the FT/UFAM Industrial Engineering course, to propose suggestions for improvements. To this end, the UFAM evaluation portal was studied, then a review of performance evaluation articles allowed the development of a questionnaire (Appendix 1) that was applied in 2011 to 112 (70%) students enrolled in the 2nd, 4th, 6th and 8th periods of this course. After analyzing the data, it was concluded that: a) the UFAM website to evaluate teachers was considered negative by more than 1/3 of the respondents, and the obligation to answer, the excessive amount of questions, the lack of feedback and improvement actions discourage students from responding; b) On the other hand, the application of the questionnaire revealed that the best-evaluated subjects were Special Topics of Industrial Engineering I and II, Management of Technological Innovation, Sanitation Applied to Production, Calculus II, Linear Algebra, Transport Phenomena, and Digital Electronics, most of which were taught by teachers of 2nd and 4th period. For improvement, it is recommended to identify the good teaching and learning practices of these teachers to apply seminars and disseminate them through FT/UFAM.
Propagation of Ideologies through Textbooks: A Study of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa English Textbooks
Authors: Ali Akbar , Hassan Salma , Hanan Fazal
Published: December 2019

The main purpose of the study is to highlight the ideological representation of an Islamic state, Pakistan along with leadership mindset in the textbook. It is a discourse study of the prescribed English textbook used as a core teaching material at intermediate level in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), Pakistan. The researcher has analyzed various extracts and taken different lessons from the textbook of English compulsory taught at second year in the intermediate level. The study has used the Fairclough’s Critical Discourse Analysis as a tool for the analysis of the textbook. In this connection the researcher has used the three dimensional model as framework for the analysis of the textbook. After a detailed analysis of the various lessons in the textbook, the researcher has given findings and further recommendations at the end of the study. The findings show that the prescribed textbook taught at intermediate level represents the ideology of the state as well as Islamic ideology along with the leadership qualities for the students.
Social Media and Youth: Uses, Problems, and Prospects in Southern Punjab (Pakistan)
Authors: Nawaz Muhammad Bilal , Khan Abdul Wajid
Published: December 2019

The current study aimed to explore and investigate the social media uses and gratifications among the youth of Southern Punjab with regard to problems and prospects. The researcher aimed to investigate the social media usage behavior, preferences, gratification,and motives of the youth aged between 17-25 years to measure the prospects and problems of social media usage patterns. It was also measured that the level of impact of social media on social interactions, on religious information and level of trust and reliability over the information provided by social media websites. A survey research design has been utilized as a data collection tool. A total of 1200 respondents were selected by purposive sampling technique from the three selected districts. The results supported both theories Uses and Gratification and Social Learning as there was significant difference in usage patterns among youth belonging to different socio-demographic characteristics.
Pakistan-China Iron Brothers: A New Horizon of Inter State Relations
Authors: Ishaque Waseem , Shah Jawad , Shah Zahir
Published: December 2019

From Pakistan’s perspective, the relationship with China is one of the core national interests, which has endured the test of times and is growing stronger every day. Since establishment of diplomatic relations in 1951, both countries have enjoyed respect, support and mutual trust. We are truly good neighbors, trusted partners, close friends and dear brothers. President Hu Jintao, described the relations as "higher than the Himalayas, deeper than the Indian Ocean and sweeter than honey" (Hu Jintao, 2006). Similar sentiments have been reciprocated by every segment of Pakistani society as China has a special place in the heart of Pakistani society and obvious foreign policy orientation. The existing level of bilateral relations has touched new heights and the two nation states are referred as Iron Brothers. This articles therefore, sketches evolution of bilateral relations from historical to contemporary times and suggests measures for furthering bonds of existing friendship.
Social Taboos in Pakistani Prime Time Urdu Dramas
Authors: Nazir Farrukh , Ali Arshad , Farooq Muhammad
Published: December 2019

The occurrence of social taboos and their frequencies on Pakistani television dramas was the core objective behind the conduction of this research work. The ultimate purpose was to find out the possible types of social taboos, frequently exposed social taboo, occurrence per drama and comparison of social taboos in these dramas. The analysis was carried out by using purposive sampling technique. The results showed that there were nine types of social taboos i.e. obscene language, nudity, disrespectful attitude, violence, drug abuse, racism, divorce, extra-material relation and abortion in Pakistani primetime Urdu dramas. The finding of the study demonstrated that obscene language was exposed more than the other social taboos, whereas the drama serial Sabaz Qadam was found having more social taboos as compare to other dramas. The occurrence of frequency of these social taboos was recorded as well. Drama Qissa Chaar Darvesh was highest in occurrence of disrespectful attitude and nudity.
Students Organizations and Group Socialization: An Analysis of Islami Jamiat Talba in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Authors: Mehmood Wajid , Hussain Sajjad , Muhammad Imraz
Published: December 2019

Islami Jamiat Talba has been playing a key role in socializing students across Pakistan. Initially envisioned as (missionary) organization, it however, involved more in campus politics. In the framework of "Group socialization theory" this paper focuses on the systematic training and socialization procedure of IJT affiliated students. It primarily tries to investigate how IJT, as a distinct group, socialize students and make them part of the group? Data was collected through interviews in three different universities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The paper argues that, the social interaction of the students and their acquiring of new values and habits from their friends have enormous impacts on their personalities. The socialized members have uniform politico-social values and understanding of political events and issues. IJT transmit specific political norms and values to the students, helps in the transmission of a particular culture and thus creates a subculture of their own within the university campuses.
Curriculum Provisions for Classroom Instruction and Students’ Self-Efficacy at Secondary Level in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Authors: Faisal Shah , Jumani Nabi Bux , Gul Seema
Published: December 2019

Classroom instruction, as a key feature of formal education, primarily provided in the National Curriculum that aimed to materialize the curricular targets. This study was conducted with the objective to analyze the provisions for classroom instruction in the National Curriculum at secondary level that affects self-efficacy of the students in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, a North-western province of Pakistan. The study was qualitative by design and conducted by employing Foucauldian discourse analysis of the core curriculum of Urdu, Mathematics, and Islamiyat for the sources of self-efficacy. The study found that the provisions, were either ignored or made idealistic without concrete provision in the classroom, proved to be pepped talk and were devoid of practical utility in the classroom for the purpose and, hence, were adversely affecting the efficacy belief of the students.
Exploring Determiners of Achievements of Degree Students (Pakistan) in Academic English
Authors: Maqbool Saira , Bahoo Rabia , Shakir Muhammad
Published: December 2019

English is an international language and is understood almost all over the world. There are different determiners that effect the level of achievement in learning English. The main concern of the study was to find out the relationships between them. The descriptive correlational study design was selected with a multilayer sampling technique having sample of 320 Degree level students form four universities of Pakistan. Data was collected and the correlation was found through Pearson correlation. It was found that many factors including Anxiety, interest, attitude, and self-confidence had strong correlation with academic achievements of students. Some practical implication was suggested including the training of teachers in a better way.
Impact of Motivation on Students’ and Teachers’ Efficiency and School Effectiveness in Pakistan
Authors: Attique Muhammad , Hussain Shahid , Ali Akhtar
Published: December 2019

The purpose of conducting this research was to study the impact of motivation on teachers and students efficiency and school effectiveness. It was a descriptive study which had a sample of 60 government high schools situated in urban and rural area of District Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan. Self-administrative questionnaires comprising 30 statements were used to collect data from 240 randomly selected teachers and students. The results of the analysis recognized that students and teachers have strong impact on their own efficiency and school effectiveness whereas parental choice is also affected by this. By keeping in mind the conclusions the research recommended; seminars and awareness campaign on psychological strength and social values may be conducted, Missing facilities possibly be identified, proper allocation of budget from governmentand easy access to available facilities may be made sure by school administration.
Role Conflict, Marital Quality and Career Satisfaction: A Demographic Analysis of Dual Career Couples in Peshawar, Pakistan
Authors: Khalil ur Rahman  , Khan Tariq Anwar , Ullah Kiramat
Published: December 2019

This study is carried out to know the level of role conflict, marital quality and career satisfaction of dual career couples across the selected demographics in Peshawar city of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa of Pakistan. Demographic features including gender, age, parenthood, family type and form of marriage were selected as independent variables while role conflict, marital quality and career satisfaction were selected as dependent variables. Data was collected through three point Likert scale from the purposively selected 388 respondents in six universities and three hospitals in Peshawar city of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province of Pakistan. The data was analysed through T-test and Analysis of Variance (ANOVA). It was found that gender, age, parenthood, family type and marital form were significantly determining the level of role conflict, marital quality and career satisfaction of the study participants. It is concluded from the study that demographic features of the couples significantly influence the issues of work life balance of the dual career couples.
The Expanding Role of Shanghai Cooperation Organization in the Context of Inter-Regional Integration between Central Asia and South Asia: Prospects and Challenges
Authors: Siraj Uzma , Sartaj
Published: December 2019

This paper analyzes the role of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) as an effective instrument for regional security, cooperation and integration between Central and South Asia. It has the capacity to counter both traditional and non-traditional security threats. The presence of both Central Asian and South Asian states as members actually complement each other. As both face similar security issue i.e. terrorism. Energy Security of both regions is the biggest complementary factor and have bright prospects of cooperation under SCO. Moreover, the presence of China and Russia, two major regional powers having aspiration for regional integration makes it an attractive option for carrying out the regional stability and deeper integration. The role of SCO seems to be expanding in the wake of this regional integration, where cooperation between China and Russia have a spillover effect on the whole region further strengthening through cooperation in security, energy and other economic and trade matters.