bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
GENERAL REGULARITIES OF LINGUO-COGNITIVE REPRESENTATION OF CONCEPTUAL OPPOSITION (ASPECT: CREATION- DESTRUCTION)
Authors: Zdanovskaya Lidia B.
Published: January 2023

The article is devoted to the integrated characteristic of the conceptual opposition presented on the basis of the analysis of oppositional concepts in the consideration aspect of the opposition paradigm Creation – Destruction in the political and media discourse. The purpose of the study is to substantiate the implementation specifics of conceptual opposition within the framework of the presented dichotomy in the Russian and Anglo-American language spaces. The scientific novelty of the study lies in the author’s proposed dichotomous model Creation – Destruction compared with the classical dyad “Us – Them”.

Materials and methods. The materials of the study were fragments of speeches by the top leadership of the Russian Federation, analytical comments and publications by representatives of the Russian and foreign media Internet space, statements by experts of the political programs on Channel One and Russia-1 TV channels in 2022. When writing the article, the following methods were used: conceptual analysis, undertaken on the basis of comparative characteristics of the nominees of the concepts under study, contextual analysis, including lexico-semantic analysis of definitions fixed in Russian and English lexicographic sources.

Results. A structured organization of conceptual opposition was revealed, the levels of realization of opposition were presented, as well as the distinctive-feature classification of opposition subjects Creation – Destruction on the example of the model Us – Them. According to the author the analysis of the conceptual opposition of the concepts studied on the basis of the dichotomy Creation – Destruction makes it possible to conclude its semantic similarity with the dichotomy Us – Them.
LINGUISTIC AND MENTAL ASPECTS OF THE TRANSLATION OF OFFICIAL TEXTS (BASED ON THE OFFICIAL DOCUMENTS OF PRESS SERVICES AND NEWS PORTALS)
Authors: Vorobyova Anna E. , Fedyunina Inna E. , Vinogradova Ekaterina A.
Published: January 2023

Background. The translation process is to be considered not merely as a cross- language, but as a cross-cultural interaction as well, since two language systems and two cultures operate simultaneously. The translator’s mission is to adequately transfer the source code of information into the translation language and adapt the national and cultural features of the original text. This involves mental processing of the underlying message implications and presuppositions. Strategies and methods of translation of official documents are determined not only by their linguistic characteristics, but also by their national-specific features. The above-mentioned aspects contribute to the background of the study.

Purpose. The article deals with the analysis of the lexical and syntactic features of the translation of official business texts through the prism of the national cultural code, as well as reveals the influence of mental features of various linguistic and cultural communities on the linguistic, structural and style-forming characteristics of business texts.

Materials and methods. The empiric material for the study is represented by 70 official documents of international organizations in English (UNESCO, The Minsk Declaration, U.S. Mission Russia, etc.) and their corresponding Russian translations. The documents are published in an open access on the Internet on the official websites of press services and news portals. In the course of analyzing the sources of actual material, general scientific methods of analysis and synthesis, cognitive analysis, and content analysis were used.

Results. The results of the study proved that the national-cultural specificity has a direct impact on the linguistic, structural and style-forming characteristics of official business texts. To ensure the adequacy of a translation in the recipient language, cognitive processing of the source code through the prism of the semantic space of the translator’s culture is required. Recurrent methods of translating of official documents are the techniques of generalization, specification, addition, zero translation and integration.

Conclusion. Official business texts are marked by certain functional characteristics that must be taken into consideration in the process of translation to ensure its adequacy and communicative effect.
SPATIAL PICTURE OF THE WORLD IN DIFFERENT LANGUAGES AND CULTURES
Authors: Shmeleva Tatiana S.
Published: January 2023

The article is devoted to the study of the spatial picture of the world in various languages and cultures. The culturally determined differences in the categorization of space and spatial relations in different languages are considered, the ways of verbalization of spatial relations in different cultures are analyzed.

The method or methodology of the work performed. The methods of linguistic description and conceptual analysis were used in the work.

As a result of the study, it was revealed that, despite the recognized universality of the spatial category, different languages are characterized by the presence of fundamental differences not only in the verbal tools used to describe space and spatial relations, but also in the methods of cognitive processing of such, which is a natural consequence of the diversity of extralinguistic conditions existence and development of cultures.

Practical implications. The results of the study can be used in courses on linguistics, theoretical grammar and linguoculturology.
TECHNOSPHERE: PHILOSOPHICAL CONCEPTS, DEVELOPMENT TRENDS AND PRACTICAL CHALLENGES
Authors: Aseeva Irina A. , Belkina Victoria A.
Published: January 2023

The global technological environment, which mediates the interaction of mankind with the biosphere, carries technogenic and environmental hazards and serious anthropological and social risks. Today there is a tendency in which every improvement of the technogenic system ultimately increases its negative impact on nature on the principle of negative feedback. In such a situation, an objective assessment of the technosphere’s characteristics is necessary for timely harmonization in the relationship “Human – Natural Environment”.

The purpose of the article is to conceptualize ideas about the technogenic path of human development and to introduce the concept of “ecological technosphere” as a new stage of coevolutionary relations between nature and technogenic civilization.

The research is carried out within the framework of the concept of post-classical science, a structural and functional approach, postphenomenology, actor-network theory.

In the article, based on the concepts of “technique”, “technology”, “technocenosis”, “technological environment”, an ontological analysis of the concept of “technosphere” is proposed, its essential characteristics and risky scenarios of development are highlighted.

The article was carried out within the framework of the project “Socio-ecological monitoring of the technical environment of the region: a socio-cultural approach” (RFBR Grant 20-311-90060 Graduate students)
COMPETITIVENESS AND AGONALITY IN MODERN SPORTS
Authors: Levina Irina L. , Kagramova Reyhan I.
Published: January 2023

The relevance of the research is associated with negative trends in modern sports: a departure from the ethical principles of fair play, the commercialization of sports and its transformation into an instrument of political influence. The article is devoted to the analysis of intuitively similar, but different in content concepts related to sports activities and underlying ethical principles. The purpose of the article is a semantic analysis of the concepts of “competitiveness” and “agonality”. The material for the study was scientific and methodological publications on the topic of the study, available in the public domain. The lexico-semantic method was used in the analysis of the material. The results of the study showed that these concepts differ significantly from each other. Thus, competitiveness defines the essence of sport as, first of all, competitive activity, and ensures the achievement of the maximum possible sports results. Competitiveness can be considered as a principle of organization of competitive activity, providing for equality of starting opportunities of competitors. Agonality is understood as a competition organized according to certain rules, based on one’s own worldview, realizing a competitive desire in a person and having a non-gaming character. It is the latter that makes this concept not applicable to the characteristics of modern sports, one of the characteristics of which is entertainment. Scope of application of the results: understanding the essence of the concepts considered makes it possible to better understand the principles, mechanisms and content of sports activity.
THE IMPACT OF INDUSTRIAL AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ON THE SOCIO-CULTURAL EVOLUTION OF LOCAL COMMUNITIES
Authors: Shmakov Vladimir S.
Published: January 2023

The determining factor of socio-cultural transformation is industrial and economic modernization, which changes the structure of the world economy as a whole. The leading trend in the development of civilization is the desire for uniformity, which leads to the need to analyze the combination, correlation, interaction of “modernized” and “traditional” forms of development of local communities.

The aim of the study is to analyze the impact of the processes of production and economic modernization on the modification of sociocultural development, to determine the relationships and interdependencies of the economy, culture and sociality, to identify cause-and-effect relationships and trends in the evolution of the sociocultural sphere.

Materials and methods. The study of the processes of production, economic and socio-cultural transformation within the framework of a polyparadigm approach allows using a set of research paradigms, within which various aspects of modernization are considered. The civilizational approach makes it possible to explain the problem of correlation, interaction of general civilizational universals and local specifics.

Results. The article shows that the main trends in the production, economic and socio-cultural development of local communities are formed under the influence of internal and external factors. Modification of the production and economic sphere contributes to the evolution of culture and sociality, determines the structure of the life of local communities, forms a new system of diverse processes of activity. There are destructive tendencies leading to the disintegration of the integrity of the socio-cultural space, a decrease in the stabilizing potential of the traditional way of local communities, followed by pauperization and marginalization of a significant part of the population. The diversification of production and economic activities contributes to the modification of the socio-cultural way of life, the transition from the paradigm of maintaining the stability of traditions to the paradigm of innovative changes.

Practical implications. The results can be used for further research into the processes of sociocultural development and in the process of teaching social disciplines.
PROBLEMS OF PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENTISIC TEXTS MACHINE TRANSLATION ON THE MATERIAL OF AN INFORMATIONAL BROCHURE
Authors: Antaeva Ksenia V. , Elagina Yulia S.
Published: January 2023

The article is devoted to the analysis of the psychological scientific text machine translation (from the English language to the Russian one). On the material of the Russian machine translation of an informational brochure, potential difficulties were identified. The author points out the mistakes in machine translation and offers ways to solve them. A particular attention is paid to the translation of special terminology of the psychological semantic field.

Background. Machine translation programs are often used as a way of getting texts translation. On the one hand, it is an available inexpensive way to get a quick translation. On the other hand, there is no guarantee of translation adequacy. The basis of quality translation analysis was a machine translation of scientific text.

Purpose. On the basis of the text made by the machine translation program some mistakes are revealed and analyzed, some ways to solve them are offered. Special attention is paid to the translation of terms in the field of psychology.

Materials and methods. The research material was a machine translation of the brochure “Anxiety Disorders in Children” written by the American Anxiety Disorders Association (the translation is from English into Russian). The translation was made with the help of the online program Google Translator.

Results. Scientific texts on psychology have become popular in the world, but as the analysis showed, their translation is still difficult for online translation programs. Machine translation is not the way to get an equivalent text, but it does make the translation process easier. At the same time, an interpreter should spend time on further text editing. One type of mistakes is connected with the translation of terms. Besides there are mistakes caused by the difference between the grammatical structures of the original language and the translation language, such as the voice constructions, special word orders and set phrases.
G.M. MCLUHAN: COMMUNICATION AS A MEANS SOCIALIZATION
Authors: Ivenkova Olga A. , Itunina Nina B.
Published: January 2023

Background. The problems of specifics and transformations of social communication are updated in the modern conditions of the contradictory development of the multimedia communication system, which actively affects the processes of socialization. In modern reality, Internet tools often play a more significant role in socialization processes than traditional social agents. The Internet expands the possibilities for revealing the personality, but at the same time gives rise to the risks of socialization of young people. The authors of the article turn to a critical understanding of the concept of GM. McLuhan (1911-1980), Canadian communication technology theorist. The main works of G.M. McLuhan came out in the 60s. XX century, however, the ideas expressed in them are still in demand in world science.

Purpose. The authors critically analyze the theory of communications by M. McLuhan, which gives grounds for conclusions about its modern research capabilities and, at the same time, about the gaps left by it, in understanding the processes of socialization of a person in continuous and diverse flows of communication.

Methods. In the study, the authors rely on a philosophical and cultural approach, including techniques and methods of sociological analysis of communication, as well as an interdisciplinary approach.

Results. As G.M. McLuhan rightly believed, communication processes are the necessary basis for the formation, maintenance and transformation of cultural phenomena and the person himself. The communication theory of G.M. McLuhan demonstrates the influence of technology on changing a person’s thinking, his consciousness, ability to perceive, mentality, lifestyle. Technical means of communication creating new languages of communication fulfill a revolutionary role in sociocultural dynamics in general and in the processes of socialization in particular, creating a universal environment for the formation of personality. At the same time, based on the analysis of the works of G.M. McLuhan, the limitations of a media-oriented approach are shown. The authors of the article demonstrate the advantage of philosophical, cultural and interdisciplinary approaches in domestic communicativism, based not on a technocratic, but on a humanistic dominant.

Scope of results. The results obtained can be applied in the study of socio-cultural transformations and communication in the context of global challenges of our time, in the formation of research approaches to understanding the specifics and functions of modern socialization and communication processes.
PERSONNEL OF THE TEXTILE INDUSTRY OF THE VOLGA REGION IN THE POST–WAR PERIOD OF 1945–1955. (BASED ON THE MATERIALS OF THE ULYANOVSK REGION)
Authors: Alazi Irina Yu.
Published: January 2023

Justification. The post–war period is the period of restoration of the national economy of the USSR, destroyed by the war. Most industries during the war were transferred to the production of military products. After the Great Patriotic War, the industry was transferred to the production of civilian products. Consumer goods, especially textile products that were not produced during the war years, have become particularly popular. For the rapid post-war recovery of the textile industry, it was necessary to establish an effective personnel policy. The article analyzes the personnel, numerical, gender and age composition in the textile industry of the Ulyanovsk region in 1945-1955. The main personnel problems in the industry and ways to solve them are identified.

The purpose of the study is to study the personnel in the textile industry of the Volga region in the post–war period.

Materials and methods. The materials for the study were archival sources, periodicals of the Volga region, works of regional historians. Historical-typological and historical-comparative methods were used in the analysis of sources.

The results of the work. By 1955, the main personnel problems in the textile industry of the Volga region were identified, and ways to solve them were outlined. The article reveals the effectiveness of the measures taken to solve personnel problems. The ongoing personnel policy in the Ulyanovsk textile industry has led to an increase in the number of employees at textile enterprises, effective training and advanced training of textile workers. The data obtained allow us to draw conclusions about the personnel situation in the Ulyanovsk textile industry during the period under review. The characteristics of the personnel potential of the Ulyanovsk region are given, which allow us to assess the level of development of the textile industry in 1945 – 1955.

The scope of the results. The materials obtained in the course of the research can be used by historians studying the light industry of the Volga region, personnel policy at industrial enterprises of the Volga region, as well as in the educational process (in the form of textbooks, lectures) on the history of the Volga region.
NEOLOGISMS AS A REFLECTION OF CHANGES IN THE SOCIAL AND COMMUNICATIVE SYSTEM OF THE MODERN ENGLISH LANGUAGE
Authors: Zamyatkina Alyona A. , Belova Natalya A.
Published: January 2023

The article deals with the problem of studying neologisms in the modern English language, the main ways of capturing the constantly changing world in linguistic reality are analyzed. In the changing extra-linguistic reality, there is a need to rethink existing lexical units, and therefore the constant maintenance of new words requires nomination in the language system.

Purpose. The purpose of the study is a theoretical and practical substantiation of entering and functioning of neologisms in modern English.

Materials and methods. The practical material for the study was the texts of Internet periodical publications, data from bilingual and explanatory dictionaries. To achieve the research goal, the following methods of scientific research were used: analysis of scientific literature, continuous sampling method, method dictionary definition, descriptive method.

Results. The study is determined neologisms origin as well as the way they reinvigorate language. It was determined that over time many new words have entered common use due to developments in social and political life, science and culture. Most of the neologisms appear in those spheres of social life that are experiencing the strongest rise in media reality. At the same time, the ways of forming new words and the ways of their semantic content are already subject to the internal laws of language development. It can be concluded that the main reason for entering common use of neologisms is to satisfy the social and communicative needs.

Practical implications. The results of the study can be used in the further study of the neologisms. The practical significance of this study lies in the using of theoretical and practical conclusions in lecture courses on the English language lexicology and stylistics of the English language, as well as in practical classes on lexicology.
THE NATURE OF SYNONYMY: NEUTRALIZATION OF SEMANTIC DIFFERENCES, INTERCHANGEABILITY AND ZONES OF SEMANTIC VIBRATIONS
Authors: Nekipelova Irina M.
Published: January 2023

Background. There are various approaches to research synonyms. Among them, particular attention is paid to the concepts of neutralizing semantic differences and interchangeability of synonyms. Both are aimed at identifying synonyms and determining the possibilities of their semantic convergence? because the dictionary interpretation of synonyms, allowing you to see the positions of neutralization of the semantic differences of synonyms, and the minimum context, and allowing you to determine the positions of interchangeability of synonyms, are aimed at establishing the fact of synonymous relations between words. However, an analysis of the detailed contextual conditions for the use of synonyms shows that semantic neutralization and interchangeability are practically unattainable phenomena. In place of the expected neutralization, are observed semantic fluctuations that determine the semantic content of the context and formed zones of semantic vibrations.

Purpose. The article is devoted to the definition and differentiation of the concepts of neutralization of semantic differences, interchangeability and zones of semantic vibrations, revealing the nature of synonymous relations.

Results. The term “zones of semantic vibrations” allows us to consider synonyms not only as units approaching, but also as units moving away from each other. This process reveals the multidirectional nature of synonymic relations. At the end of the study, it was concluded that neutralization and interchangeability are terms that define the convergence of synonyms, while vibration zones is a term that defines their distance. The term “zones of semantic vibration” must be used to identify semantic dynamics that change from context to context, and the semantic distance between synonyms. The boundaries between two lexical units, often represent points of contact that form transitional zones, from the boundaries of one unit to the boundaries of another unit. Thus, it should be argued that synonyms that have a unique lexical meaning are not separated from each other by clear boundaries. Under certain conditions, they seem to gradually pass into each other, which makes it possible to postulate the principle of semantic continuity.
NO SIGNAL: DESCONEXIÓN E HIPERCONEXIÓN. LA DISCRIMINACIÓN ALGORÍTMICA EN LA ERA DIGITAL.
Authors: Taki Youssef
Published: January 2023

En el presente texto se toma como punto de partida el libro de Samir Amin, La desconexión. Hacia un sistema mundial policéntrico (1988), con la finalidad de exponer la hiperconexión mercantil generada en las etapas industriales anteriores y el desarrollo desigual para establecer un paralelismo con la cuarta revolución tecnológica-digital que aún preserva practicas neoimperialistas de libre mercado. De este modo se establece una similitud con la hiperconexión digital como un sistema de control e incentivador al consumo. Dentro de la virtualidad se ha construido un mundo sin fronteras, donde podemos conocer, jugar, compartir e intimar con distintas personas por el mundo, sin embargo, en el plano terrestre se están sofisticando las herramientas de cercamiento y vigilancia, las personas que buscan asilo en el norte global son identificadas y solo tiene cabida dentro del mecanismo productivo. La discriminación y el racismo se trasladan al pensamiento algorítmico, educado con las imágenes y prejuicios heredados de un pasado colonial, donde se replican patrones deshumanizadores en forma de detenciones por perfil racial, sesgos que preservan prejuicios entorno a la raza, el género y el sexo. La equidad algorítmica no existe puesto que es subjetiva y por ello en este escrito se traza una trayectoria hacia la desconexión y una reconfiguración de conciencia, ejemplificándola con las obras No signal (2020). Se propone un reset digital para reconfigurar la visión etnocéntrica e incrementar una mayor conciencia y un desarrollo igualitario.
Equivital Unveils Next Generation Body-Worn Sensors
Authors: Tyler Neil
Published: January 2023

CAMBRIDGE COMPANY LAUNCHES LATEST GENERATION OF PROTECTION FOR HAZARDOUS ENVIRONMENTS.
Cost-Effective Communication for Remote Maintenance
Authors: Holler Alex
Published: January 2023

ONE SOLUTION TAKES ADVANTAGE OF STANDARD OFFICE INTERFACES IN INDUSTRIAL VEHICLES TO HANDLE IMMEDIATE SERVICE SUPPORT REQUESTS
Actuate to Activate
Authors: Coopman Mariane
Published: January 2023

AN INCREASING AMOUNT OF CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT IS BEING ELECTRICALLY AUTOMATED TO IMPROVE PERFORMANCE AND SAFETY. CHOOSING THE RIGHT ACTUATOR IS KEY
The Effectiveness of Teaching Derivatives in Vietnamese High Schools Using APOS Theory and ACE Learning Cycle
Authors: Nga Nguyen Thi , Dung Tang Minh , Trung Le Thai Bao Thien , Nguyen Tien-Trung , Tong Duong Huu , Van Tran Quoc , Uyen Bui Phuong
Published: January 2023

The actions, processes, objects, and schemas (APOS) theory is a constructivist learning theory created by Dubinsky based on Piaget's epistemology and used to teach math worldwide. Especially the application of APOS theory to the curriculum of a mathematics class helps students better understand the concepts being taught, which in turn contributes to the formation and development of mathematical competencies. With the aid of the APOS theory and the activity, classroom discussion, and exercise (ACE) learning cycle, this study sought to ascertain the effect of teaching derivatives in Vietnamese high schools. In this quasi-experimental study at a high school in Vietnam, there were 78 grade 11 students (40 in the experimental and 38 in the control classes). As opposed to the control class, which received traditional instruction, the experimental class's students were taught using the ACE learning cycle based on the APOS theory. The data was collected based on the pre-test, the post-test results and a survey of students' opinions. Also, the data that was gathered, both qualitatively and quantitatively, was examined using IBM SPSS Statistics (Version 26) predictive analytics software. The results showed that students in the experimental class who participated in learning activities based on the APOS theory improved their academic performance and attitudes. Additionally, it promoted the students' abilities to find solutions to problems about derivatives.
Research on Factors that Influence College Academic Performance: A Structural Equation Modelling Approach
Authors: Imanuel Moesarofah, , Hitipeuw* Imanuel , Danardana Fulgentius , Pali Marthen
Published: January 2023

This study used the structural equation modeling (SEM) approach to test a model that hypothesized the influence of self-efficacy, self-control, emotion, and engagement on student academic performance. The structural equation modeling model was developed to link all the study variables with a literature review to describe the interrelationship. Data collected were from 413 college students in their second year. The results show that self-efficacy, self-control, emotion, and engagement predict student academic performance. And through emotion and student engagement, both self-efficacy and self-control predict student academic performance indirectly. Practically the measures used in this study give more information about the learning environment in higher education settings than those usually come from traditional practices faculty received in the classroom, such as student rating forms and feedback. The main findings of this study have some implications for higher education, theory development, measurement, and future research.
Professional Learning Communities in Vietnamese Primary Schools in the Educational Reform Context: Forms and Challenges
Authors: Dinh Hong-Van Thi , Nguyen Quynh Anh Thi , Hai-Tran Ngoc , Thi-Do Le-Hang , Nguyen Hung Thanh , Dau Long Minh , Phung-Dinh Bao-Phan
Published: January 2023

Professional learning communities (PLCs) are important for improving student achievement and school development. According to PLC research, teachers' knowledge and practice in teaching are significantly improved by various PLC forms and favorable working environments. This qualitative research was conducted to find out what forms of PLCs were popular and what challenges were facing three primary schools in a province in Vietnam. The study utilizes a multiple-site case study design relating to PLCs in those schools with the data from interviews with the principals, group leaders and teachers, observations of PLC activities and related policy documents. The two forms of PLCs were identified in this research, including professional groups and groups of core teachers. Besides, four challenges facing PLCS implementation in those schools included the old habit of professional learning in PLCs, structural conditions of schedules and facilities, economic conditions of teachers and motivation for reforms. The study provides recommendations based on the findings for PLC research and practice within and beyond the Vietnamese context.
Parents’ Perspectives on Distance Learning Mathematics During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Phenomenological Study in Indonesia
Authors: Isnawan Muhamad Galang , Azis Azis , Almazroei Essa Eqal
Published: January 2023

‘Panic-gogy’ is a term that describes the educational situation during the pandemic due to the transformation phenomenon from face-to-face learning to distance learning. Various types of research are used to uncover the constraints of this phenomenon, but not many researchers use phenomenological studies with parents as participants. Therefore, we used a phenomenological study to describe parents’ views on the constraints, expectations, and approvals regarding the preparation of distance learning modules at the junior high school level (aged 13-15 years). Data collection was carried out using semi-structured interviews. Data were analyzed using NVivo-12-assisted thematic analysis. The main findings are that most parents experience problems. Namely, children do not understand mathematics material, incomplete explanations of material from teachers, internet disturbances, and quota limitations, and children cannot learn mathematics optimally during the distance learning period. Most parents want face-to-face learning to be carried out immediately, teachers to provide detailed explanations, and use digital learning platforms. In addition, 85% of parents agree that mathematics teachers should develop distance learning modules. However, because the pandemic is still not over, this study recommends using blended learning to maintain the quality of mathematics learning.
A randomized controlled trial to compare clinical and cost-effectiveness of suture fixation versus tension band wiring for simple olecranon fracture fixation in adults: The Simple Olecranon Fracture Fixation Trial (SOFFT) protocol
Authors: Cook Elizabeth , James Sophie , Watts Adam C. ,   On behalf of the SOFFT team
Published: January 2023

Aims

Olecranon fractures are usually caused by falling directly on to the olecranon or following a fall on to an outstretched arm. Displaced fractures of the olecranon with a stable ulnohumeral joint are commonly managed by open reduction and internal fixation. The current predominant method of management of simple displaced fractures with ulnohumeral stability (Mayo grade IIA) in the UK and internationally is a low-cost technique using tension band wiring. Suture or suture anchor techniques have been described with the aim of reducing the hardware related complications and reoperation. An all-suture technique has been developed to fix the fracture using strong synthetic sutures alone. The aim of this trial is to investigate the clinical and cost-effectiveness of tension suture repair versus traditional tension band wiring for the surgical fixation of Mayo grade IIA fractures of the olecranon.

Methods

SOFFT is a multicentre, pragmatic, two-arm parallel-group, non-inferiority, randomized controlled trial. Participants will be assigned 1:1 to receive either tension suture fixation or tension band wiring. 280 adult participants will be recruited. The primary outcome will be the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH) score at four months post-randomization. Secondary outcome measures include DASH (at 12, 18, and 24 months), pain, Net Promotor Score (patient satisfaction), EuroQol five-dimension five-level score (EQ-5D-5L), radiological union, complications, elbow range of motion, and re-operations related to the injury or to remove metalwork. An economic evaluation will assess the cost-effectiveness of treatments.

Discussion

There is currently no high-quality evidence comparing the clinical and cost effectiveness of the tension suture repair to the traditional tension band wiring currently offered for the internal fixation of displaced fractures of the olecranon. The Simple Olecranon Fracture Fixation Trial (SOFFT) is a randomized controlled trial with sufficient power and design rigour to provide this evidence for the subtype of Mayo grade IIA fractures. Cite this article: Bone Jt Open 2023;4(1):27–37.
Passive Indoor Tracking Fusion Algorithm Using Commodity Wi-Fi
Authors: Han Wei , Wu Shenggang
Published: January 2023

Recent studies have found the mapping relationship between channel state information used in commercial Wi-Fi devices and environmental changes in the indoor environment, which can be used for sensing purposes. With the advantages of low cost and wide deployment of Wi-Fi facilities, passive indoor tracking systems based on Wi-Fi have huge potential. This article proposes and builds a passive indoor tracking system using commercial Wi-Fi devices, which realizes the function of tracking the human body’s trajectory in indoor environment. The system uses only commercial Wi-Fi devices. It processes the collected channel state information data by sending and receiving two pairs of Wi-Fi devices, and extract the movement information the messy data to obtain the trajectory of the human body. The system conducts a geometric feature analysis in the complex plane to obtain accurate displacement information, and utilize a fusion algorithm, combining the AoA (Angle of Arrival) information obtained by MUSIC algorithm, to obtain accurate human trajectory. In the experiment, the complex plane geometric feature analysis algorithm reaches centimeter-level accuracy in obtaining displacement information, while the system reaches decimeter-level accuracy on in obtaining indoor human trajectory on a simulation dataset.
An IFWA-BSA Based Approach for Task Scheduling in Cloud Computing
Authors: Li Xiaoxia
Published: January 2023

Establishing an efficient cloud computing task scheduling model is the object of many scholars’ research. In view of the low scheduling efficiency in cloud computing task scheduling, we propose a cloud computing task scheduling algorithm based on the fusion of the Fireworks Algorithm and Bird Swarm Algorithm (IFWA-BSA). Firstly, we describe the cloud computing task scheduling model based on time and cost constraint functions, secondly, we use chaotic backward learning and Coasean distribution for optimization in FWA initialization; we set thresholds for the radius of core fireworks and non-core fireworks for optimization; we filter the IFWA individuals after each iteration by BSA algorithm, and finally, we use the IFWA-BSA algorithm is used in cloud computing task scheduling model to solve the optimal solution. In the simulation experiments, IFWA-BSA has obvious advantages over ACO, PSO and FWA in the comparison of execution time and consumption cost indexes, which reduces the scheduling time and cost of cloud computing.
Lenition in contemporary speech from Gran Canaria: two corpus case studies
Authors: Broś Karolina
Published: January 2023

This paper discusses the corpus of Gran Canarian Spanish gathered in 2016 in order to provide an in-depth sociolinguistic account of the lenition processes identified in the dialect. After a detailed description of the methodology and database preparation, I present two case studies showcasing the utility of such corpora. First, I show the phonetic and social factors governing the distribution of different surface variants of the underlying coda /s/, pointing to generalised variation and hence incompleteness of any of the weakening options. Second, I provide a comparison of the spontaneous speech produced by the 6 informants of the corpus with their productions from a laboratory study, which leads to the conclusion that variation is subject to yet another important factor: social setting and that the options chosen on each occasion are reflections of competing stages on the same lenition trajectory systematically applied by language users.
Wavefront curvature restoration by a sensor based on the Talbot phenomenon under Gaussian illumination
Authors: Goloborodko Andrii
Published: January 2023

The present paper deals with the accuracy of wavefront curvature restoration based on pit displacement measurements in a Talbot wavefront sensor under Gaussian illumination conditions. The measurement possibilities of the Talbot wavefront sensor are theoretically investigated. A theoretical model based on the Fresnel regime is used to determine the intensity distribution in the near field, and the effect of the Gaussian field is described in terms of the spatial spectrum of the grating image. The effect of wavefront curvature on the measurement error of the Talbot sensor is discussed—particularly, the measurement of wavefront curvature is investigated.
Prevalence of erectile dysfunction in Thai scleroderma patients and associated factors
Authors: Sirithanaphol Wichien , Mahakkanukrauh Ajanee , Nanagara Ratanavadee , Foocharoen Chingching
Published: January 2023

Background

Erectile dysfunction (ED) has been reported among patients with systemic sclerosis (SSc) and primarily limited cutaneous SSc in Caucasians. While there is no data on ED among Thais in whom the diffuse cutaneous SSc subset is common.

Objectives

We aimed to estimate the prevalence of ED among Thais with SSc, evaluate its severity, and determine the associated factors.

Methods

We did a cross-sectional study among adult Thai male SSc patients. All eligible patients: a) completed the IIEF-15 questionnaire by themselves; b) underwent a genital examination by an experienced urologist to evaluate skin tightness of the penis, scrotum, and phimosis; and, c) were evaluated for Erection Hardness Score.

Results

A total of 60 male SSc patients were included. The respective mean age and median disease duration was 54.8±7.2 years and 3.1 years (IQR 1.2–7.2). The definition of ED was fulfilled in 53 cases for a prevalence of 88.3% (95%CI 77.4–95.2), while 65% had severe ED, and none had skin tightness of the genitalia. Eight cases had acquired phimosis, and all were in the ED group. The patients with ED vs. those without ED had significantly lower scores for orgasm, sexual desire, and intercourse satisfaction, and trended to be older, have more severe skin tightness and have higher BMI.

Conclusion

ED is a common problem in men with SSc and is mainly categorized as severe. The severity of SSc might increase the risk of developing ED. We found phimosis was a common genital abnormality co-occurring with ED in SSc.
Analysis of factors affecting visual comfort in hotel lobby
Authors: Geng Ziwen , Le Wei , Guo Benhai , Yin Hongjuan
Published: January 2023

From the perspective of emotion, utilizing eye tracking technology, this paper proposes 12 different 3D hotel lobby models to investigate how would the light illuminance, wall color, decoration style and music genre affect the visual comfort specifically. The experiment results show that the illuminance of the lamp, the color of the wall, and the decoration style have a significant impact on visual comfort. The music genre would not affect consumer’s visual comfort perception of lamp illuminance, wall color and decoration style. Normal illuminance brings the most comfort, followed by bright illuminance, and then dim illuminance; Warm color brings more comfort than cool color; and Chinese style lobby brings more comfort than European style.
Implantação de um programa de gerenciamento de riscos ocupacionais em uma clínica odontológica
Authors: Decio Andria Lemos Huelsen , Franz Luis Antonio dos Santos , Heidtmann-Bemvenuti Renata
Published: January 2023

O ambiente odontológico expõe os cirurgiões dentistas a diversos riscos ocupacionais. Portanto, é muito importante que estes riscos sejam identificados, avaliados e reduzidos através da elaboração e cumprimento do Programa de Gerenciamento de Riscos (PGR) proposto pela Norma Regulamentadora nº 1 (NR 1) do Ministério do Trabalho e Previdência, que entrou em vigor em 2022. O objetivo desse trabalho foi propor um PGR para uma clínica odontológica gerenciar e prevenir os riscos na realização do procedimento de restauração. Foi elaborado um inventário dos riscos ocupacionais, a partir de um checklist da identificação, análise e avaliação dos riscos nos ambientes da clínica utilizando a técnica de matriz do Inmetro (2019), que foi aplicada por três avaliadores diferentes. Após, sugeriu-se um plano de ação, utilizando a metodologia 5W1H, para cada risco moderado ou crítico. Foram propostas medidas de prevenção e controle a serem introduzidas, aprimoradas ou mantidas. O processo de avaliação dos riscos demonstrou a necessidade de maior informação e conscientização sobre os riscos ocupacionais daqueles que laboram no ambiente de trabalho. Este trabalho permitiu a regularização da clínica com relação a nova redação da NR 1, além de proteger os trabalhadores através da gestão preventiva de riscos ocupacionais.
Simulação e otimização de um call center receptivo em uma empresa do ramo de Tecnologia da Informação (TI)
Authors: Becker Rodrigo de Alencastro , Piran Fábio Sartori , Silva Leandra da
Published: January 2023

O presente trabalho, através do software Anylogic, teve como objetivo desenvolver um modelo de simulação computacional por eventos discretos que represente o call center em uma empresa no ramo de TI, visando otimizá-lo, sendo esse processo norteado pelas variáveis de performance da organização. O processo de simulação possibilitou uma melhor compreensão do cenário atual, demonstrando que a operação não atende os parâmetros de performance esperados. Já o processo de otimização confirmou que é possível atender os padrões de qualidade da empresa utilizando somente recursos já disponíveis. Nesse contexto, conclui-se que a simulação em conjunto com otimização emerge como uma nova ferramenta potencial para o repertório da gerência. Suporta seu processo decisório de maneira sucinta e eficaz, na medida em que permite avaliar os efeitos que as alterações nos parâmetros do sistema possuem sobre as variáveis de performance.
Benefícios e desafios da mudança de um warehouse management
Authors: Barbosa Ana Débora Silvério , Leopoldino Cláudio Bezerra
Published: January 2023

Visando a agilidade na entrega dos pedidos aos clientes, as empresas têm adotado cada vez mais a tecnologia da informação e os Warehouse Management Systems (WMS). A presente pesquisa teve como objetivo geral identificar os principais desafios e benefícios causados pela mudança de um sistema WMS no contexto de uma distribuidora de autopeças cearense de médio porte. Para tal, foi realizada uma pesquisa de natureza exploratória e descritiva, de abordagem qualitativa, em formato de estudo de caso. Verificou-se que a organização estudada obteve ganhos com a adoção do sistema, principalmente em agilidade dos processos e em acuracidade no estoque, o que foi confirmado pela diminuição do tempo de separação e conferência e pela melhora do indicador Order Fill Rate. Verificou-se também que a maior dificuldade enfrentada na adoção do sistema estava relacionada à mudança de cultura organizacional, pois não houve um preparo ou treinamento prévio dos funcionários.
Análise e investigação da capacidade instalada de energia elétrica no Brasil através de modelo paramétrico
Authors: Marques Serrano Andre Luiz , Ferreira Lucas Oliveira Gomes , Peña Carlos Rosano , Neumann Clovis
Published: January 2023

A presente pesquisa investiga a capacidade instalada de energia elétrica no Brasil, buscando um padrão de comportamento referente a essa temática, assim sendo, procura constatar se existe a necessidade de implementar melhorias ao processo produção. Analisou-se o desempenho por meio de algumas técnicas estatísticas recomendadas nos programas de qualidade, como medidas descritivas, gráficos e testes de hipóteses. Para tanto calculou-se os limites inferiores e superiores de controle para média e desvio padrão, verificou-se a normalidade e simetria. Os resultados mostraram que a capacidade instalada de energia das regiões brasileiras está relacionada ao desempenho e produção. Durante o período de 9 anos (2012-2020), não foi detectado um único ponto que se extrapola os limites de controle. Mesmo com a subjetividade envolvida no processo, os resultados encontrados indicaram a necessidade constante de monitoramento, fornecendo subsídios para melhoria do processo. Portanto, o controle estatístico de processo pode identificar aos distribuidores de energia se os geradores do sistema estão fornecendo e possuem a capacidade instalada com variáveis em estado de controle estatístico.
Referencial metodológico para a avaliação do desempenho ambiental de empresas da indústria avícola
Authors: Bereta Vinicius , Rodrigues Andréia Marize , Rebelato Marcelo Girotto
Published: January 2023

Objetivo: Elaborar um referencial metodológico quantitativo que possa ser utilizado como suporte às empresas industriais avícolas na avaliação de seu desempenho ambiental de forma abrangente. Metodologia: Trata-se de um estudo quantitativo, descritivo e de caráter referencial, subdividido em três etapas metodológicas, sendo: aprofundamento da teoria de avaliação do desempenho ambiental, mapeamento do processo produtivo e construção do referencial metodológico e aplicação na indústria. Resultados esperados: Espera-se com o referencial desenvolvido um melhor aproveitamento dos recursos empregados. Implicações Gerenciais: Este estudo almeja auxiliar na tomada de decisões gerencias para um melhor desempenho e eficiência ambiental na indústria avícola. Originalidade: Este tema relacionado à indústria avícola ainda é escasso na literatura, mesmo tendo-se em vista a importância econômica deste setor nacional, a crescente demanda por proteína de origem animal bem como a necessidade de proteção ao meio ambiente segundo os objetivos de desenvolvimento sustentável presentes na agenda 2030 da Organização das Nações Unidas (ONU).