bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Effect of Continuous Variable Transmission Spring Variation on 110 CC 4 Stroke Fuel Motor
Authors: Prasetio Abi Putra , Sumiati  , Gusniar Iwan Nugraha , Dirja Iman
Published: July 2023

Dalam penelitian ini yang dilakukan terhadap sepeda motor khususnya sepeda motor bertransmisi otomatis (matic). Berdasarkan hasil observasi yang dilakukan kepada pengguna sepeda motor bertransmisi otomatis (matic) terdapat keluhan yang dirasakan pengguna, hal yang sering dikeluhkan yaitu performa motor yang kurang responsife. Ada beberapa cara untuk meningkatkan performa sepeda motor maic salah satunya mengganti spring pada continuous variable transmission (CVT). Pengujian dilakukan pada sepeda motor Honda Beat FI 110 cc tahun 2013. Tujuan pengujian untuk mengetahui seberapa besar pengaruh spring cvt terhadap daya, torsi, dan konsumsi bahan bakar yang dihasilkan pada sepeda motor dengan variasi spring racing 6100 – 6300 rpm. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode penelitian eksperimen, yaitu sebuah penelitian yang berusaha mencari pengaruh variabel tertentu terhadap variable lain dalam kondisi yang terkontrol. Dari hasil penelitian didapatkan hasil daya terbesar pada spring racing sebesar 7,1 hp pada putaran meisn 6300 rpm, sedangkan torsi terbesar yang dihasilkan terdapat pada putaran mesin 6300 rpm sebesar 8,1 N.m dengan penggunaan spring racing. Pada kosumsi bahan bakar minimal yang dihasilkan sebesar 0,233 Kg/jam.hp pada putaran mesin 6100 rpm dengan menggunakan spring racing.
Analisis gaya dan daya pada alat pengaduk mesin kristalisasi jahe dengan kapasitas 5 kg/jam
Authors: Pramesti Yasinta Sindy , Setyowidodo Irwan , Fatkur Rhohman  , Ah. Sulhan Fauzi
Published: July 2023

Red ginger is a plant that is easy to grow in Indonesia and is well known as a spice plant and can be found in many plantation farmers, such as in Kediri Regency, Kepung District, Besowo Village. One of the preparations of red ginger that local residents are involved in is making instant herbal medicine. The processing of instant herbal medicine with red ginger as raw material includes the process of washing, grating, squeezing, and cooking so that the final result is crystallized red ginger. The focus of discussion in this article is the mixing process. The design of this mixing machine uses a power of 0.5 HP and a rotation of 1400 rpm to mix 5 kg/hour of red ginger dough. This stirring process takes 60 to 80 minutes until red ginger crystals form.
The Influence of Work From Home, Workload and Work Environment On Employee Performance
Authors: Aspita Dian Nanda Putri , Edastama Primasatria
Published: July 2023

The work from home policy implemented by the company will have an impact on changes in work patterns and performance of its employees. Where in these changes there is a good influence and opposite effect for the company. The purpose of this study is to explore the correlations between work from home, workload and work environment in impacting employee performance. In the sampling process, this research used a non-probability sampling method based on purposive sampling with the determination of the number of samples using the formula from Yamane, so that there were 139 respondents who were sampled in this study. The results of the research explained that working from home give a positive impact on employee performance, workload give a negative impact on employee performance, and employee environment give a positive impact on employee performance. The data analysis method used in this research used multiple linear regression analysis test. Therefore, it hoped that firm management will be able to fully implement work-from-home rules by assigning workloads that are compatible with employee capacity and making sure that the workspaces and tools used by employees when working from home are suitable.
Peran Electronic Commerce dalam Pemasaran Kewirausahaan untuk Mengembangkan Kinerja UMKM
Authors: Atmanegara Stivaniyanti , Mahendra I Dewa Made Yuda , Ramadhany Emha Diambang , Masruroh Dewi , Wati Elinda
Published: July 2023

Mulai dari smartphone, netbook, komputer, hingga perangkat lainnya, internet telah memainkan peran penting dalam membentuk cara hidup baru kita. Salah satu aspek baru yang muncul adalah belanja online, di mana masyarakat sekarang dapat dengan mudah berbelanja melalui platform daring. Fenomena ini sering disebut sebagai perdagangan elektronik (electronic commerce atau e-commerce). Dalam bisnis, penting untuk menerapkan e-commerce dalam kegiatan pemasaran, penjualan, dan layanan pelanggan. Banyak orang berpendapat bahwa pemasaran melalui internet lebih efektif daripada metode pemasaran tradisional karena mengatasi berbagai hambatan seperti kesulitan masuk pasar, batasan negara, dan kurangnya aturan yang berlaku dalam pemasaran konvensional. Pengkajian ini merupakan penelitian kuantitatif dengan pendekatan deskriptif. Berdasarkan penelitian dan perdebatan yang telah dilakukan, komponen pendapatan keseluruhan, standar bisnis, jenis media e-commerce yang digunakan, dan jumlah pengunjung media e-commerce memiliki pengaruh negatif minimal terhadap pertumbuhan usaha mikro dan kecil. Kesimpulan ini didukung oleh fakta bahwa keuntungan yang diperoleh dari penerapan e-commerce di sektor usaha mikro dan kecil lebih fokus pada keuntungan jangka panjang yang tidak langsung terkait dengan peningkatan pendapatan secara langsung.
Penerapan model pembelajaran kooperatif tipe team game tournament (TGT) terhadap hasil belajar shooting sepakbola
Authors:   Program Studi Pendidikan Jasmani, Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan, Universitas Tanjungpura Pontianak, Azwira Azrul , Atiq Ahmad ,   Program Studi Pendidikan Jasmani, Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan, Universitas Tanjungpura Pontianak, Puspa Hidasari Fitriana ,   Program Studi Pendidikan Jasmani, Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan, Universitas Tanjungpura Pontianak, Yunitaningrum Wiwik ,   Program Studi Pendidikan Jasmani, Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan, Universitas Tanjungpura Pontianak, Triansyah Andika ,   Program Studi Pendidikan Jasmani, Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan, Universitas Tanjungpura Pontianak
Published: July 2023

The problem of this research is whether the application of the cooperative learning model of the team game tournament type can improve the learning outcomes of shooting football. The purpose of this study was to determine the learning outcomes of shooting football for students through a team game tournament cooperative learning model. The method in this study uses a class action research method. The subjects in this study were class VIII students of SMP Negeri 25 Pontianak, totaling 15 boys and 10 girls. Data collection techniques in this study used observation techniques and assessment rubrics. Data analysis uses descriptive percentages. The results of this study showed an increase in learning outcomes in shooting football, where classical completeness in learning to shoot soccer increased by 40%. At the pre-cycle stage, only 44% of students were able to exceed the KKM, then at the first cycle stage it increased to 64%, but these results still had to be improved so that the research continued to the second cycle stage. The results show an increase of 84%, this result meets classical completeness (70%). The conclusion in this study is that there is an increase in learning outcomes in shooting football through the application of a team game tournament cooperative learning model
Characteristics of Rice Husk-Admixed Conplast SP 430 Concrete
Authors: Elinwa Augustine Uchechukwu , Olakunle Johnson Olomi
Published: July 2023

An experimental work was mounted using 5.7 ml of the Conplast SP430 admixture and rice husk ash (RHA) at replacement levels of 0 to 50 % at 10 % intervals by wt. % of cement. It is on the performance of Conplast SP 430 admixture and its effects on concrete and concrete with rice husk ash (RHA). Concrete specimens were cast and cured for 3 to 90 days and subjected to slump and mechanical characteristics tests. Data generated from the experiments were analyzed and sensitivity analysis of the concrete mix was determined using the Minitab 18 Statistical Package. The results showed that CP with concrete improves the workability of the concrete and reduces water absorption. The reverse was the case when RHA was used with the admixture which may be an issue of compatibility. The statistical characteristics limit good and within the specified limits.
PENGETAHUAN, SIKAP DAN TINDAKAN MAHASISWA FK UISU ANGKATAN 2019 TERHADAP PENGGUNAAN TABIR SURYA
Authors: Syatirah  , Darungan Tezar Samekto , Nasution Halimah Thania , Nur Azizah
Published: July 2023

Paparan radiasi UV dalam jumlah kecil ternyata dapat mengobati beberapa penyakit dalam tubuh, karena paparannya dapat meningkatkan produksi vitamin D endogen dalam tubuh. Tapi, paparan sinar matahari yang berlebihan tetap berbahaya sehingga membutuhkan perlindungan kulit seperti tabir surya. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan pengetahuan, sikap dan tindakan mahasiswa Fakultas Kedokteran Universitas Islam Sumatera Utara (FK UISU) angkatan 2019 tentang penggunaan tabir surya. Rancangan penelitian ini menggunakan metode cross-sectional, yang dimulai pada bulan September hingga Desember 2022 di FK UISU. Populasi sasaran dalam penelitian ini adalah 110 mahasiswa FK UISU angkatan 2019 dan dianalisis menggunakan uji univariat yang dibagikan melalui kuesioner. Berdasarkan hasil analisis dapat dijelaskan bahwa tingkat pengetahuan responden dalam kategori baik sebanyak 63 responden (36,21%) dan sikap responden dalam kategori baik sebanyak 61 responden (53,45%) dengan tingkat tindakan responden dalam kategori cukup sebanyak 45 responden (41,37%).
PENGETAHUAN MAHASISWA FAKULTAS KEDOKTERAN USU TENTANG DAMPAK MEROKOK PADA KESEHATAN RONGGA MULUT
Authors: Sayuti Hasibuan  , Yuri Shafira Ramadhani
Published: July 2023

Kebiasaan merokok memiliki dampak pada rongga mulut. Pengetahuan yang optimal mengenai dampak merokok pada rongga mulut sangat penting khususnya pada mahasiswa rumpun kesehatan seperti Fakultas Kedokteran karena mahasiswa dimasa yang akan datang akan menjadi seorang praktisi dan dapat menerapkan pengetahuan yang dimilikinya untuk melakukan tindakan pencegahan melalui edukasi kepada masyarakat. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui pengetahuan mahasiswa Fakultas Kedokteran Universitas Sumatera Utara mengenai dampak merokok pada rongga mulut dan mengetahui pengetahuan mahasiswa terhadap penyakit-penyakit rongga mulut disebabkan merokok. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian deskriptif dengan metode cross sectional. Populasi penelitian ini mahasiswa angkatan 2019 Fakultas Kedokteran Universitas Sumatera Utara dengan 72 responden. Teknik pengambilan sampel dilakukan dengan menggunakan purposive sampling. Pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan menyebarkan kuesioner secara daring melalui Google Forms. Hasil penelitian dianalisis secara univariat dan di hitung dalam bentuk persentase. Berdasarkan penelitian menunjukkan mahasiswa Fakultas Kedokteran Universitas Sumatera Utara tahu merokok menyebabkan stain gigi (95,8%), karies gigi (93,1%), smoker’s melanosis (93,1%), leukoplakia (45,8%), dan kanker rongga mulut (98,6%). Kesimpulan dari penelitian ini adalah mahasiswa Fakultas Kedokteran Universitas Sumatera Utara tahu merokok memiliki dampak pada rongga mulut.
Research of mechanical properties of unalloyed titanium processed by selective laser melting and rotary swaging
Authors:   Physical and Technical Research Institute of Lobachevsky National Research University of Nizhny Novgorod, Gryaznov M. Yu. , Shotin S. V. ,   Physical and Technical Research Institute of Lobachevsky National Research University of Nizhny Novgorod, Chuvildeev V. N. ,   Physical and Technical Research Institute of Lobachevsky National Research University of Nizhny Novgorod, Sysoev A. N. ,   Physical and Technical Research Institute of Lobachevsky National Research University of Nizhny Novgorod, Kotkov D. N. ,   Physical and Technical Research Institute of Lobachevsky National Research University of Nizhny Novgorod, Piskunov A. V. ,   Physical and Technical Research Institute of Lobachevsky National Research University of Nizhny Novgorod, Sakharov N. V. ,   Physical and Technical Research Institute of Lobachevsky National Research University of Nizhny Novgorod, Semenycheva A. V. ,   Physical and Technical Research Institute of Lobachevsky National Research University of Nizhny Novgorod, Murashov A. A. ,   Physical and Technical Research Institute of Lobachevsky National Research University of Nizhny Novgorod
Published: July 2023

Samples of unalloyed titanium VT1-0 with high strength characteristics (ultimate tensile strength of 820 MPa), which exceed the values for this material manufactured using conventional technologies, were produced by selective laser melting. To solve the problem of substitution of titanium alloys with commercially pure titanium in medical applications, unalloyed titanium VT1-0 with record mechanical characteristics (ultimate tensile strength of 1350 MPa) was processed by selective laser melting and rotary swaging. This value exceeds the characteristics of the highstrength Ti – 6 % Al – 4 % V alloy. The fine-dispersed martensite formed as a result of high crystallization rates under optimal mode of selective laser melting is the reason for the strength characteristics increase of unalloyed titanium VT1-0.
Laser-ultrasonic study of local porosity distribution in CFRP stringer panels
Authors:   M.V. Lomonosov Moscow State University, Faculty of Physics, Sokolovskaya Yu. G.  , Podymova N. B. ,   M.V. Lomonosov Moscow State University, Faculty of Physics, Karabutov A. A. ,   M.V. Lomonosov Moscow State University, Faculty of Physics
Published: July 2023

The paper presents a method for quantifying the porosity of carbon fiber structures based on laser excitation of probing ultrasonic pulses. A method for estimating the porosity of a material from the experimentally measured phase velocity of longitudinal acoustic waves propagating in it is proposed. Using the example of control samples and real structures made of carbon fiber, the possibility of obtaining distributions of local porosity values in the studied section of the structure is demonstrated. It is shown that in the studied structures there are regions with a significant variation in the value of local porosity. The proposed method can be used to control the quality of manufactured composite structures, as well as to study the internal changes in structure during operation.
The Influence Of Strategic Orientation Dimensions On Market Performance During Covid-19 Pandemic: A Study Of Culinary Business In Kendari City, Indonesia
Authors: Hapsari Indri , Lampasa Yunitawati , Marjani Marjani , Juwita Juwita , Bugis Hairudin
Published: July 2023

This study aimed  to analyze the effect of the strategic orientation dimension on the  culinary business market performance  in Kendari City during the Corona Virus Disease Pandemic. The method used was descriptive quantitative with a non-probability sampling approach with purposive sampling technique. The population was culinary business actors who still survive and have been running for the business more than 2 years during the COVID-19 pandemic. The  sample in this study only obtained 38 respondents. The data analysis technique in this research was  path analysis using SmartPLS VS 3.0. The results showed  an analysis of the strategic dimensions that have an aggressive attitude and had  significant effect on market performance so that culinary business actors can improve their market performance during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Analisis Collaborative Skill Mahasiswa Calon Guru Biologi Melalui Pembelajaran Project Based Learning
Authors: Nur Fitriana Desi Eka
Published: July 2023

Collaborative skills merupakankemampuan untuk saling bertukar pikiran, sudut pandang sehingga dapat meningkat kinerja, memobilisasi dan memberikan positif energi kepada orang lain, memfasilitasi pekerjaan orang lain, dan menjadikan mahasiswa mampu mengidentifikasi kemampuan anggota dalam kelompoknya. Collaboration skill menjadi bagian ketrampilan abad 21 yang sedang dikembangkan salah satunya melalui perkuliahan pada mata kuliah. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis profil collaborative skill mahasiswa calon guru biologi melalui pembelajaran Project Based Learning. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah deskriptif kualitatif dengan sampel 84 mahasiswa pendidikan bilogi yang merupakan calon guru biologi. Isntrumen yang digunakan adalah angket. Adapun indikator collaborative skill yang diamati antara lain kerjasama dan partisipasi, tanggung jawab, dan menghargai orang lain. Data diperoleh dari angket melalui penilaian antarteman dalam satu kelompok (peer asessement). Hasil penelitian yang dilakukan, didapatkan bahwa collaborative skill mahasiswa calon guru biologi berada pada level sangat tinggi pada setiap indikatornya. Indikator kerjasama dan partisipasi berada pada persentase 93 %, tanggung jawab berada pada persentase 94%, dan indikator menghargai berada pada persentase 96%.
A Multidimensional Partially Compensatory Response Time Model on Basis of the Log-Normal Distribution
Authors: Ranger Jochen , König Christoph , Domingue Benjamin W. , Kuhn Jörg-Tobias , Frey Andreas
Published: July 2023

In the existing multidimensional extensions of the log-normal response time (LNRT) model, the log response times are decomposed into a linear combination of several latent traits. These models are fully compensatory as low levels on traits can be counterbalanced by high levels on other traits. We propose an alternative multidimensional extension of the LNRT model by assuming that the response times can be decomposed into two response time components. Each response time component is generated by a one-dimensional LNRT model with a different latent trait. As the response time components—but not the traits—are related additively, the model is partially compensatory. In a simulation study, we investigate the recovery of the model’s parameters. We also investigate whether the fully and the partially compensatory LNRT model can be distinguished empirically. Findings suggest that parameter recovery is good and that the two models can be distinctly identified under certain conditions. The utility of the model in practice is demonstrated with an empirical application. In the empirical application, the partially compensatory model fits better than the fully compensatory model.
Evolution of Ivorian Popular Front in the Political System of Côte d’Ivoire
Authors: Shipilov Alexander
Published: July 2023

The matter of political leadership in West African countries affected by conflicts and instability is significant in terms of its institutionalisation through political parties and organisations. The article seeks to examine the extent to which the formal political structure and functioning of a party reflect the actual political organisation mechanisms enacted in the fragile institutional environment in the context of civil wars, interethnic violence based on the case of Côte d’Ivoire, especially in the wake of the Ivorian Civil War of 2002-2011. A particular political organisation under examination is the Ivorian Popular Front, created by the former Ivorian President Laurent Gbagbo and the ruling party in Côte d’Ivoire in 2000-2011. A special attention in the framework of this analysis is drawn to the issue of the ethnic and tribal basis of the political party emergence and the significance of this ethnic (religious, regional or any other identity-based) agenda for further development of the political force and its practical operations. Further analysis is devoted to the role of a leader, in this case, Laurent Gbagbo, and the formal and informal patronage networks that emerge surrounding him, the way his political choices reflect identity-based agenda or his personalised interests. Limitations imposed by a political force in a conflict-ridden West African environment are examined both in conditions of control of power over the state and after its loss. A separate question addressed is the matter of a party’s ability to exist without being a dominant political force and a strong connection to the person of its founder and is there an opportunity for a political force that suffered a severe military defeat to return to prominence.
Characteristics of segments according to the preference system for job selection, opportunities for effective incentives in each employee group
Authors:   Óbuda University Keleti Károly Faculty of Business and Management, Hungary, Garai-Fodor Mónika , Vasa László ,   Széchenyi István University Faculty of Economics, Hungary, Jäckel Katalin ,   Óbuda University Keleti Károly Faculty of Business and Management, Hungary
Published: July 2023

In addition to economic challenges, employers are also facing a growing generation gap. Generations that are significantly different in terms of values, mindsets and preferences need to be effectively managed in a workplace, which requires complex solutions. In this paper we present sub results of our primary research. In a quantitative procedure, we conducted a pre-tested standardized questionnaire online survey with random sample making method, resulting in 1146 evaluable questionnaires. Descriptive statistics to evaluate the results presented in this study. Descriptive statistics, and bivariate and multivariate analyses were applied to process the quantitative results, to test the hypotheses put forward. The main focus of our research is to investigate the factors that influence employees' choice of jobs, and we analyzed the structure of their preference system. As a result of the research, we were able to identify distinct clusters according to the preference system of job selection. In the context of the resulting segments, we also analyzed which motivational tools could be most effective in encouraging higher performance. We believe that our research has useful implications for practice, by highlighting how to differentiate the pool of employees in terms of job choice and how to apply effective incentives to a specific segment.
Written Response: the Committee of Advertising Practice’s Consultation on the Draft ‘Guidance on advertising in-game purchases’
Authors: Xiao Leon Y. , Henderson Laura L. , Newall Philip Warren Stirling
Published: July 2023

This is a written response to the Advertising Standards Authority’s (ASA’s), the Committee of Advertising Practice’s (CAP’s) and the Broadcast Committee of Advertising Practice’s (BCAP’s) consultation on the draft Guidance on advertising in-game purchases (the ‘Draft Advertising Guidance’) launched in November 2020 (the ‘Consultation’). We are video game researchers. Some of us are also legal scholars and video game players. We are responding in our personal capacities.
Programme of the Inaugural Forming and Exploring Habitable Worlds Meeting
Authors: Riches Amy
Published: July 2023

Conference proceedings
Electric Circuit Theory as a method for monitoring tree water deficit at different scales
Authors: Xenakis Georgios
Published: July 2023

Climate change is expected to alter precipitation patterns, making droughts more frequent in some areas, which will expose trees to more severe water deficits which could result in the catastrophic collapse of their water transport system and, eventually, mortality. To inform forest management and tree species suitability to increase forest resilience requires a robust method for understanding the time, duration and impact of water deficits. In this study, I discuss how an application of Electric Circuit Theory (ECT) is a reliable and robust way to detect water deficit in the Soil-Plant-Atmosphere Continuum (SPAC). Based on an electric closed-circuit analogy of the SPAC, I define its "hydraulic efficiency", and when there is a water deficit. Using tree sap flow and evapotranspiration from eddy covariance, I demonstrate the application of the theory and the use of hydraulic efficiency to quantify how long trees and forest ecosystems spend under water deficit conditions. Calculations of ECT-based hydraulic efficiency showed that individual trees of an upland Sitka spruce plantation in N. England spent up to 80% of a monitoring period during the growing season at water deficit in a non-drought year, depending on their location within the stand. The results also showed that before a drought in 2018, the spruce plantation was between 3 and 6% of the time under water deficit, increasing to 31% in the year of the drought and dropping to 16% two years post-drought. Furthermore, using a global database of sap flow measurements, I provide an approach which suggests a way to compare hydraulic efficiency of species in different biomes. This dataset showed 6 out of 10 tropical rainforest species were under water deficit, compared to 5 out of 36 temperate forest species. I discuss how ECT is similar to other supply/loss theories describing tree water relations and conclude that combined with modern technology, it can provide a continuous system for monitoring water deficit.
The impact of prematurity on visual attention: How gestational age influences attentional disengagement in toddlerhood.
Authors: Bovo Martina , Moyano Sebastián , Calignano Giulia , Valenza Eloisa , Duperón María Ángeles Ballesteros , Rueda M. Rosario
Published: July 2023

Prematurity is a critical biological factor that can lead to increased vulnerability for long-term difficulties in cognitive and behavioral development. Therefore, investigating the impact of gestational age (GA) at birth on neurodevelopmental outcomes is crucial. In this study, we aimed to examine the influence of gestational age on visual attention skills, which are a promising early marker of atypical neurodevelopment. We administered the Gap-Overlap task to measure the attentional performance of 16-month-olds born between the 34th and 41st weeks of gestation. Our findings suggest that attentional disengagement varied depending on GA, with lower GA being associated with slower orienting of visual attention and reduced endogenous control of attention. The results provide evidence for the importance of GA as a critical factor that impacts visual attention skills that in turn may affect cognitive and behavioral development. The study stresses a call to action for further investigation into the neurodevelopmental outcomes of late preterm infants and the potential interventions that can support their healthy development.
“These questions are geared towards male autistics, not female… I found they never quite reflected my experience”: Assessing the Efficacy of Autism Questionnaires in Identifying Adult Autistic Women
Authors: Parsons Caitlin Hanna , Jackson Margaret Cecilia
Published: July 2023

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder which has been found to present differently in males and females. For example, autistic females more commonly tend to hide their autistic traits, or ‘camouflage’. Original theories of autism such as the ‘extreme male brain’ theory have a male bias in diagnosing the condition, creating a significant underdiagnosis of females on the spectrum. Little research has been conducted into whether the assessment questionnaires may be partially to blame for this, as they may not identify these differences in traits between genders. The current study examined this by having autistic (self and professionally diagnosed) and non-autistic adult women complete three questionnaires: the Autism Quotient (AQ50); Girls Questionnaire of Autism Spectrum Conditions (GQ-ASC); and Camouflaging Autistic Traits Questionnaire (CAT-Q). Participants were also asked to rate each questionnaire on its relevance, meaningfulness, and clarity and an optional comments box was provided. It was hypothesised that (1) autistic participants will score higher in all questionnaires than non-autistic participants and (2) the GQ-ASC will be more sensitive in identifying autistic women than the AQ50. The findings show that both hypotheses were supported. Evaluative comments suggest that participants preferred the GQ-ASC despite some questions not feeling age appropriate, the CAT-Q felt repetitive, and the AQ50 felt stereotyped and male-biased. Development of future questionnaires should focus closely on the age demographic and research proven traits of ASD, ensuring they are not repetitive. Further suggestions for research are discussed.
Assessing theory of mind in children: a tablet-based adaptation of a classic picture sequencing task
Authors: Petit Nicolas , Noveck Ira Andrew , Baltazar Matias , Prado Jérôme
Published: July 2023

Correctly assessing children’s theory of mind (TOM) is essential in clinical practice. Yet, most tasks heavily rely on language, which constitutes an obstacle for several populations. Langdon and Coltheart’s (1999) Picture Sequencing Task (PST), developed for research, avoids this limitation through a minimally-verbal procedure. We thus developed a tablet adaptation of this task for individual application, engaging children’s motivation and allowing response times collection. To assess this tablet-PST, we first tested a large sample of typically developing children (6-11 years-old, N = 248), which confirmed the task’s structural and content validity, and permitted the construction of three standardized clinical indices. In a second experiment, we applied those to previously diagnosed autistic children (N = 23), who were expected to show atypical TOM performances. Children’s outcomes were consistent with what was hypothesized and confirmed the task’s clinical sensitivity and external validity. The tablet-PST thus appears as a suitable tool, providing detailed profiles to inform clinical decisions.
Perceptual (but not acoustic) features predict singing voice preferences
Authors: Bruder Camila , Poeppel David , Larrouy-Maestri Pauline
Published: July 2023

Singing is ubiquitous and highly relevant to human experience, but what governs our singing voice preferences is not understood. We take an empirical approach to determine the extent to which listeners’ liking of singing performances can be traced back to objective attributes of the voice stimuli. We show that which singing voices are liked cannot be explained based on purely acoustic features of the voice signal. Instead, perceptual features (partially) ground singing voice preferences, with a significant proportion of the variance in liking ratings explained based on perceptual features, such as (perceived) pitch accuracy, resonance, and articulation of singing performances.
Place-based arts engagement and learning histories: an effective tool for climate action?
Authors: Smith Kate , McDonagh Briony , Brookes Ed
Published: July 2023

Artistic works informed by the global climate emergency are now common. Yet research typically focuses on the role of art in climate communication, rather than evaluating opportunities for large-scale public art to drive climate action and behavioural change amongst audiences. Indeed, arts, culture and heritage are not currently well integrated into Action for Climate Empowerment [ACE] even whilst we know that understanding whether, and in what ways, large-scale public art can drive community engagement with climate issues is crucial if meaningful adaptation and resilience strategies are to be pursued. This paper addresses these research and policy gaps, drawing on the evaluation of FloodLights, a series of site-specific, multimedia light and sound installations exploring experiences of living with water past, present and future exhibited in Kingston-Upon-Hull, UK, in October 2021. Key findings demonstrate that FloodLights empowered audience members to engage in climate and water action. Emotional responses to the installations were important in driving reported climate action amongst audience members. The installations impacted audience thinking on climate change, flood risk and living with water, inspiring behaviour change around positive climate and flood resilience actions. Using art to communicate about climate and flooding offered a novel stimulus for people to consider their own and each other’s experience of living with water and flooding in a changing climate. We demonstrate that arts-based interventions are effective in both raising climate awareness and changing climate, flood risk and water behaviours, and further demonstrate that local communities have profound connections to their watery histories and identities which can drive even greater impact in the future.
Impact of Research Methodology Training on Research Skill Development of Faculties
Authors: Hakuduwal Kishor
Published: July 2023

The study aims to analyze the perception of faculties on their research skill development through research methodology training conducted by Bagiswori College, a renowned community college in Bhaktapur district affiliated to Tribhuvan University. The training schedule, teaching pedagogy and learning environment are taken as independent variables and research skill development is taken as dependent variable. Data are collected through closed ended questionnaire. Five point Likert scale using strongly disagree, disagree, agree to some extent, agree, strongly agree was made to know the perception of participated faculties on research skill development through research methodology training. The study has used regression, mean score, t-test and F-test for the analysis of data. The study has found that the teaching pedagogy and the learning environment of research methodology training have significant impact on perceived faculties’ research skill development and training schedule of research methodology training has not significant impact on perceived faculties’ research skill development.
The Remittance and the Private Investment in Nepal
Authors: Didiya Muraj
Published: July 2023

The paper aims to analyze the relationship between remittance and private investment in Nepalese economy. The study used the Least Squared Regression Analysis with 43 years' time series data of remittance inflow and private investment over the period of FY 1974/75 to 2017/18 of Nepal. The study found that foreign remittance has a significant positive impact on private investment of Nepalese economy.
Market and Socio-cultural Embeddedness (A Case of ‘Subhan’s Beauty Home’, Bhaktapur and ‘Ason’ Market, Kathmandu)
Authors: Raut Sunita
Published: July 2023

Famous political economist Adam Smith argued that the market economy is made up of a series of individual exchanges or transactions which automatically create a functioning and ordered system. Similarly, according to rational choice theory, capitalist economy is driven by individual self-interest and works best when individual buyers and sellers make rational decisions that serve their own interests. In contrast to this atomized economic approach of David Ricardo, Adam Smith and others, this research paper entitled ‘market and social embeddedness’ applies Granovetter’s ideas of ‘social embeddedness of market’ and highlights an alternative way of analyzing economic institutions and market which operate and functioned with non-economic institution, which is broadly functions within larger social and cultural framework with reflective empirical evidences. This article discusses the issues based on the data gathered from the two case studies through interview tool. The nature of study is qualitative and cases were selected purposively. The major purpose of this article is to prove that, market co-exist with, shaped by and depend on socio-cultural factor and moral values not only under socialized economic behaviors one. The theory which I applied in this study is reflected and supported with cases as market is constructed and functions with the relation of social and non-social economic factors. The major findings of this study are persons with long-term socio-cultural ties, established social networks, confidence, and quality sensitivity engage in economic transactions in the market rather than strangers one. People make their decisions on goods and services on their previous dealings and moral values with service provider or businessman then continue to deal with those they trust not only by the individualistic market-oriented transaction.
गुरुप्रसाद मैनालीको ‘परालको आगो’ कथाको आख्यानसंरचना
Authors: ढकाल Dhakal चन्द्रप्रसाद Chandraprasad
Published: July 2023

परालको आगो कथाका लेखक गुरुप्रसाद मैनाली (१९५७ – २०२८) हुन् । उनले यस कथामा नेपाली लोक आहानमा प्रचलित ‘लोग्नेस्वास्नीको झगडा परालको आगो’ भन्ने उखानलाई मुख्य विषयवस्तु बनाएका छन् । यस विषयवस्तुलाई पूर्णता दिनका लागि उनले चामे र गौथली पात्र भएको घटनालाई लिएर कथानकको निर्माण गरेका छन् । आख्यानसंरचनाका विविध पद्धतिहरूमध्ये यस अध्ययनमा विलियम ल्याबोभद्वारा प्रस्तुत आख्यान संरचनाका घटकहरू सारकथन, अभिमुखीकरण, जटिल कार्य, परिणाम र निष्कर्ष, मूल्याङ्कन र समापन गरी छ ओटा घटकहरूका आधारमा परालको आगो  कथाको विश्लेषण गरिएको छ । यो कथा विश्लेषणका लागि निगमनात्मक विधिको प्रयोग गरिएको छ । परालको आगो कथामा आख्यान संरचनाका घटकहरू एकअर्कालाई सहयोग र एकअर्काको सहारा बनेर अगाडि बढेका छन् । जटिलकार्य निर्माणका लागि अभिमुखीकरण, जटिल कार्यबाट परिणाम, कथाको सम्पूर्ण जिज्ञासाको समाधानका लागि समापन र सम्पूर्ण अवयवहरूको केन्द्रीयतामा सारकथनजस्ता संरचक घटकहरू आएका छन् । यी घटकहरूको अन्वितिपूर्ण प्रयोग भएकै कारण परालको आगो आख्यान संरचनाका दृष्टिले उत्कृष्ट कथा हो भन्ने निष्कर्ष प्रस्तुत अध्ययनबाट निकालिएको छ । परालको आगो कथाको आख्यानसंरचनाको विश्लेषण गरिएको प्रस्तुत अध्ययन आख्यानसंरचनाका आधारमा कथाहरूलाई बुझ्न चाहने पाठक तथा विश्लेषण गर्न चाहने समालोचकहरूका लागि उपयोगी सामग्री रहेको छ ।
V.I. Vernadsky's input to the museum activities
Authors:   Vernadsky State Geological Museum RAS, Chernenko Victoria
Published: July 2023

The article acquaints with the distribution of the outstanding scientist Vladimir Vernadsky to the formation and development of the largest Russian academy of sciences natural science museums. The museums of the new type appeared as a result of Vladimir Vernadsky multiyear work. Two closely related directions of activity: the museum itself and scientific research institute are the base of such museums.
Specialized Coatings for Extreme Environments
Authors: Dixit Satish
Published: July 2023

Triboglide coatings offer enhanced wear resistance in applications like air foil bearings, actuators, and wear components where oil-based lubrication is scarce. They exhibit excellent wear and friction properties compared to other commercially available coatings.
Toward Integrated Wearable Devices: Shape Memory Alloy Textiles
Authors: Eschen Kevin , Abel Julianna
Published: July 2023

Shape memory alloy textiles provide complex deformation and force profiles for novel wearable applications.
Thru-Process Temperature Profiling and Surveying
Authors: Offley Steve
Published: July 2023

Data obtained from thru-process profiling is used to calculate performance against specification, investigate process problems, and optimize the heat-treating process.
Advances in HEA-Based AM Components: Role of High-Resolution Microscopy
Authors: Mandal Soumya , Sachan Ritesh , Pandey Amit
Published: July 2023

This article explains how SEM, TEM, and atom probe tomography are being used in the development of additively manufactured high-entropy alloys (HEAs), revealing critical features such as anisotropic microstructure and metallurgical defects. It also discusses ongoing efforts to improve the predictability and analysis of HEA microstructure using data-driven approaches.
3D Bioprinting: A State-of-the-Art Review on Printing Techniques
Authors: Ramesh Haripriya , Narayan Roger J. , Zuev Dmitry M.
Published: July 2023

3D printing of organic and inorganic materials requires special consideration in both material selection and the process used. This article provides an overview of the the six major processes used for 3D bioprinting: extrusion bioprinting, inkjet printing, selective laser sintering, stereolithography, laser-induced forward transfer bioprinting, and two-photon polymerization.
Copper’s Conductivity and Antimicrobial Properties Inspire Renewed Interest
Authors: Michels Harold T.
Published: July 2023

As copper’s antimicrobial benefits spur new applications, the metal’s other properties are also worth reviewing. Along with strength, fatigue resistance, and ability to take a good finish, the primary selection criteria for copper and its alloys are electrical conductivity, thermal conductivity, corrosion resistance, color, ease of fabrication, and antimicrobial benefits.
Microwave NDT Inspection Techniques for Power Generation and Specialty Applications
Authors: Nelson Christopher , Stakenborghs Robert
Published: July 2023

Increasing use of nonmetallic materials in wind turbine blades is driving the development of nondestructive microwave test methods.
Historic Monel, Part I: Production and Processes of the International Nickel Company into World War II
Authors: Churchill James E.
Published: July 2023

Monel 400 was used as a decorative building material from 1905 to the mid-1930s, when it was replaced by stainless steel. This article discusses the development and commercialization of this short-lived architectural metal, also known as nickel alloy 400.
Metal Additive Manufacturing: Considering the Relationship Between Alloy and Application
Authors: Hasting Will
Published: July 2023

Case studies from a range of industries illustrate how advanced additive manufacturing capabilities optimize both material performance and value. The materials discussed are Inconel 718, Ti-6Al-4V, aluminum F357, and Hastelloy X.
Design and Ultrasonic Characterization of a Thin-Film, Flexible, PMUT Array
Authors: Nyeon Kim Jeong , Liu Tianning , Jackson Thomas N. , Choi Kyusun , Trolier-McKinstry Susan , Tutwiler Richard L. , Todd Judith A.
Published: July 2023

Ultrasound is widely used for nondestructive evaluation, structural health monitoring, acoustic emission, sound navigation ranging, and in sensors for automobiles, medicine, and many other applications. Next-generation, small-form-factor sensors have been achieved through advances in piezoelectric micromachined ultrasonic transducers (PMUTs) that can be positioned on either a flexible polymer or a silicon substrate to form an array. This article describes a materials and design optimization study that used finite element analyses to improve designs for robust and practical PMUT sensor arrays.
Characterizing Polymer Films with FTIR Microscopy
Authors: Zhao Liang
Published: July 2023

Using a Fourier transform infra red (FTIR) microscope along with an FTIR spectrophotometer proves beneficial in analyzing the complex layers of some composite polymer films. The study reported in this article demonstrates that analysis of the FTIR spectra can help clarify and explain the formulation of different layers that compose the polymer film.
METHOD OF REDUCING WATER HARDNESS SALTS AND HEAT AND MASS EXCHANGE EQUIPMENT FOR ITS IMPLEMENTATION
Authors: Obodovych O.M. , Sydorenko V.V. , Tselen B.Y. , Rezakova T.A.
Published: July 2023

Thousands of steam and water boilers of medium and low parameters operate in the country's industry, municipal energy, and agriculture. Their reliable work is largely determined by maintaining a rational water-chemical regime. Dissolved impurities that affect the operation of boiler equipment primarily include hardness salts. When using hard water, scale is formed on the surfaces, heat transfer deteriorates, and pipes are overheated from the heating side, which can lead to their destruction.

The purpose of the work is to improve the quality of softened water, reduce the consumption of reagents, and accelerate the softening process due to the use of heat and mass exchange equipment.

In the work, water desalination was carried out by the method of discrete-pulse energy input in a rotor-pulsation apparatus. Ammonia was used as a reagent for removing hardness salts. The water-ammonia mixture is processed in the rotor-pulsation apparatus at a flow pulsation frequency of 3-5 kHz and a pressure drop amplitude of 360-400 kPa until the temperature rises to 40ºС. The increase in temperature occurs due to the transition of mechanical energy into thermal energy.

It was determined that the degree of softening of water is 99% at a mass concentration of ammonia of 0.022%, and the amplitude of the pressure drop is 400 kPa. As the amplitude of the pressure drop decreases to 380 and 360 kPa, the degree of water softening decreases to 90 and 95%, respectively. It is also determined that water desalination using the rotor-pulsation apparatus should be carried out in the mode of recirculation of ammonia solution with a concentration of 0.022%, with a flow pulsation frequency of 4 kHz and a pressure drop amplitude of 400 kPa. As a result of the work, the optimal technological parameters of water treatment were determined and the efficiency of its purification using the proposed equipment was proved in comparison with the conventional one.
APPROACHES TO MODELING CONDITIONS OF THERMOACOUSTIC INSTABILITY IN NON-EQUILIBRIUM TWO-PHASE COOLANT OF NUCLEAR REACTORS
Authors: Skalozubov V.I. , Dorozh O.A. , Kondratyk V.A. , Kosenko S.I. , Konshin V.I.
Published: July 2023

The consequences of thermoacoustic instability of the coolant in the active zone of nuclear reactors can be high-amplitude, high-frequency dynamic loads on the internal structures and a violation of the tightness of the TVEL shells. However, until now, there are no reactor control/diagnostic systems and operational instructions for managing accidents in conditions of thermoacoustic instability of the coolant in the reactor core. The main reason for this situation is the lack of substantiated methods for modeling the criteria and conditions for the occurrence of thermoacoustic instability in the active zone. The purpose of the work is the development of a criterion method for modeling the conditions of thermoacoustic instability of the coolant in the active zone of the reactor to substantiate the appropriate reactor control systems and symptom-oriented emergency instructions. An original method of determining the criteria and conditions of thermoacoustic instability of the coolant in the active zone depending on the determining parameters of the thermodynamic state of the reactor plant has been developed.. Based on the thermodynamic approach, which takes into account the level of completion of interphase heat and mass transfer processes in acoustic pressure waves, the criteria and area of thermoacoustic instability of the coolant in the reactor core are determined. The established area of thermoacoustic instability of the coolant in the reactor core was verified on the basis of known experimental data obtained at the experimental installation, which meets the criteria of thermodynamic similarity to the core of the VVER-1000 core. Based on the developed criterion method, the main provisions and requirements for the relevant reactor control/diagnostic systems and symptom-oriented instructions for managing accidents in conditions of thermoacoustic instability of the coolant in the active zone of the reactors are defined.