bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
IMPROVING THE PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT OF INNOVATION ACTIVITIES OF KNOWLEDGE-INTENSIVE ENTERPRISES
Authors:   Kaluga Branch of the Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration. Russia, Lavrukhina Natalia V.
Published: December 2024

The article is devoted to the problem of improving the management of innovation activities of knowledge-intensive enterprises in order to increase its efficiency and effectiveness. The proposed areas of improvement are based on taking into account the structural and substantive uncertainty of research and development, the practical use of not only deterministic, but also stochastic network management models that reflect the logic of R&D and allow for the most accurate structuring of their content. Improving the planning and management of innovation activities will contribute to improving the accuracy and reliability of the results of planning the main indicators – labor intensity, duration, cost of research (development) and the creation of optimal organizational, technical, time, personnel and other conditions for their implementation.
THE ROLE OF DIRECT TAXES AND FEES IN THE FORMATION OF THE REGIONAL BUDGET OF THE REPUBLIC OF NORTH OSSETIA-ALANIA
Authors:   FGBOU HE “North Ossetian State University named after K. L. Khetagurov”, Vladikavkaz, Russian Federation, Khapsaeva Rosita B.
Published: December 2024

The scientific article examines the concept of direct taxes in the tax system of the Russian Federation, analyzes the receipt of direct taxes, namely: corporate income tax, personal income tax, corporate property tax, transport tax, gambling tax, mineral extraction tax, fees for the use of wildlife, state duty, to the revenue part of the regional budget of the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania.
The structure of revenues of the regional budget of the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania is also considered, the share of direct taxes in the tax revenues of the republican budget for the period 2021-2023 is analyzed.
ANALYSIS OF THE IMPACT OF COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY ON AUDIT INFORMATIZATION
Authors:   Grozny State Petroleum Technical University named after Academician M. D. Millionshchikov, Atabayeva Eliza R. , Pyrnova Olga A. ,   Kazan State Energy University
Published: December 2024

The information environment has brought new opportunities and challenges to computer auditing. The rapid development of e-government and the use of new technical means require profound changes in the content and organization of computer auditing by audit bodies. This article discusses the content and organization of computer auditing in the information environment.
THE IMPORTANCE AND DEVELOPMENT OF PROFESSIONAL PRACTICAL ABILITIES OF TEACHERS OF HIGHER EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS
Authors:   Federal State Budgetary Educational Institution of Higher Education named after M. D. Millionshchikov, Maigova Diana D. , Bikiev Ela A. ,   Federal State Budgetary Educational Institution of Higher Education named after M. D. Millionshchikov
Published: December 2024

Improving the higher professional qualifications of professional teachers with practical abilities is of great importance for higher education. On the one hand, society's requirements for talents are getting higher and higher, and professional practical abilities are an important criterion for enterprises when choosing talents. Teachers have a great responsibility for educating students. Only by improving teachers' own abilities to practice professionally can they contribute to improving students' abilities to practice professionally. On the other hand, vocational colleges are different from regular universities. An important feature is that they require students to master practical skills and increase the level of student employment.Therefore, it is necessary to improve the professional practical abilities of teachers.
CROSS-CULTURAL MANAGEMENT: THEORETICAL SOURCES AND BASIS
Authors:   Kazan National Research Technological University, Kazan, Russia, Gayazova Elvira B.
Published: December 2024

The article analyzes cross-cultural management and its components. The author considers the problems of cross-cultural management and its application from the theoretical and methodological side. An attempt is made to classify cultural parameters and to form a unified pool of parameters for analyzing cross-cultural problems.
Cross-cultural management is an element of the personnel management system, which adapts technologies for effective use in the conditions of diversity of cultures and prevents inter-cultural conflicts. It is divided into three phases: researching problems at transnational and global levels, developing theories of corporate cultures, and researching cultural diversity.
The problems of cross-cultural management fall into two categories: personnel difficulties and difficulties of strategy building for companies opening branches in other countries. Cross-cultural management addresses these problems at the micro and macro level by managing cul-tural diversity, identifying cross-cultural conflict factors, and developing methodologies for man-aging teams and businesses at the intersection of cross-cultural interactions.
Cross-cultural management training methods include cross-cultural education, cross-cul-tural orientation and cross-cultural training. All of them are based on theoretical and methodo-logical support and are applied in nature. The study of cross-cultural management is important for representatives of many spheres working with people. Joint activity with representatives of other regions of Russia is also a cross-cultural process. Studying these processes helps to solve the following tasks:
1. To create tolerant interaction and conditions for effective cooperation at the intersection of different cultures.
2. Find the causes and neutralize cross-cultural conflicts in the business environment.
3. To develop cross-cultural competencies among staff, top managers and business owners.
The goal of cross-cultural management is to create and manage technologies of cultural diversity. Cognitive distortions are illusions, thoughts and behaviors that are formed as a result of stereotypes and beliefs. The ability to work with such distortions on the basis of cultural relativism increases the company's efficiency and its competitiveness in the international market.
QUALIFIED FEMALE JOB SEEKERS: TYPOLOGY OF CVS OF ENGINEERS WITH HIGH SALARY EXPECTATIONS
Authors:   Kazan National Research Technological University, Garafiev Ilshat Z.
Published: December 2024

The article presents the results of clustering of CVs of engineers by the principal component analysis (PCA), which determined the presence of a separate group of CVs of women who claim high salaries. The study revealed that these CVs indicate high qualifications of appli-cants and their significant work experience. An analysis of the distribution of CVs by industry showed that the greatest number of applicants are ready to work in construction, information technology and industry.
APPLICATION OF VIRTUAL REALITY IN TEACHING ENVIRONMENTAL BEHAVIOR AND ENERGY SAVING
Authors:   Chechen State University named after A. A. Kadyrov, Department of "Programming and nfocommunication Technologies", Senior Lecturer. Grozny, Minaev Osman M. , Dolgova Anastasia N. ,   Candidate of Technical Sciences, Associate Professor of the Department of "Energy Supply of Enterprises, Construction of Buildings and Structures", Federal State Budgetary Educational Institution of Higher Education "Kazan State Power Engineering University", Kazan, Russian Federation, Bondarenko Svetlana I. ,   Associate Professor of the Department of Power Supply of IRNITU, Irkutsk National Research Technical University, Irkutsk, Russian Federation
Published: December 2024

The article discusses the use of virtual reality (VR) in teaching environmental behavior and energy conservation. Modern approaches and theoretical foundations of using VR in educational processes, including constructivist theory and multimodal learning, are analyzed. The practical benefits of VR, such as visualization of complex concepts, development of problem-solving skills, and formation of empathy are described. Examples of successful VR programs that promote understanding and formation of environmentally responsible behavior are given. Exist-ing challenges are noted, including technical limitations and the need to adapt teaching methods. In conclusion, the potential of VR as a powerful tool for the formation of a new generation capable of making sustainable decisions and consciously approaching the use of natural resources is emphasized.
Online Buying Behavior in Stock Markets
Authors: - Aakshi Kakoti , - Pranjal Sharma , - Muskan Gupta , - Dwija Gandhe
Published: December 2024

Our paper examines in detail the factors that affect online buying behavior in stock markets. Correlation analysis and simple statistics are used to determine the connection between the dependent variables and the independent variable. The independent variable being 'Attitude' and the dependent variables being 'Interest,' 'Perceived Usefulness,' 'Perceived Ease of Use,' 'Social Influence,' 'Skill,' 'Privacy,' and 'Risk.'
Data from 150 respondents who are online stock buyers were collected. The "Theory of Planned Behavior," "Theory of Flow," and "Technology Acceptance Model" were studied to determine the pre-established links between the variables.
The responses were limited in number (150), which makes it challenging to generalize and analyze the data.
The study reveals that consumers' attitudes toward online stock buying are primarily influenced by their level of interest, perceived usefulness, ease of use, and risk perception, emphasizing the intricate nature of this behavior in stock markets.
The Role of Indian Paintings in Shaping Cultural Identity of India
Authors: - Kulwinder Singh
Published: December 2024

This research paper excavates the pivotal role of Indian paintings in crystallizing the cultural identity of India, traversing the labyrinthine corridors of art, history, and philosophy. Through a critical analysis of diverse painting traditions including Buddhist, Jain, Hindu and Composite, this study delineates the iconographic, symbolic, and narrative strategies employed by Indian artists to convey the nation's cultural ethos. By examining the intersections of artistic expression, mythological themes, and historical contexts, this research illuminates the ways in which Indian paintings have reinforced cultural values and traditions and fostered national pride and identity.
Effect of Weight Training on Total Body Weight of Throwers
Authors: - Ms. Renu , - L.B.Laxmikanth Rathod
Published: December 2024

This study tries to find out the effect of twelve weeks weight training plan on the total body weight of the throwers in athletic field events and reach on the conclusion their is major reduction in total body weight of subjects due to weight training plan.
Success in Reducing Testing Time with AI-optimized Solutions
Authors: - Divyansh Jain
Published: December 2024

This article examines implementing AI-optimized solutions to reduce testing time across manufacturing
and development environments. The article explores how machine learning techniques can effectively
address traditional testing bottlenecks while maintaining quality standards. The article demonstrates the
transformative potential of ML-driven testing optimization by analyzing implementations across various
industries, including pharmaceutical, electronics, and software development sectors. The findings
highlight significant improvements in testing efficiency, resource utilization, and defect detection by
integrating advanced predictive models, real-time adaptation systems, and cross-functional integration
strategies. The article also identifies key success factors such as data quality management, balanced
testing approaches, continuous model refinement, and stakeholder engagement that are crucial for
successfully implementing ML-based testing solutions.
The POSH Act: A Critical Analysis of Its Limitations and Impact
Authors: - Md. Imran Wahab, IPS
Published: December 2024

The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition, and Redressal) Act, 2013, widely known as the POSH Act, was introduced in India to combat sexual harassment in workplaces and to establish effective grievance mechanisms. This act is significant as it is India's first dedicated legal framework aimed at safeguarding women from such misconduct, and it stands out globally for its focus on female employees' rights. However, the POSH Act has certain restrictions, including prohibiting anonymous complaints and disallowing women from filing complaints against other women for sexual misconduct. Furthermore, only women can file complaints, as males and transgender individuals are excluded. Despite its well-meaning objectives, the Act encounters substantial implementation challenges due to inadequate education of employers and employees, as well as insufficient training for Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) members, resulting in violations of Section 19. This paper critically examines the POSH Act, addressing its limitations and proposing reforms to enhance its practical application and effectiveness in protecting women from workplace harassment.
Face Recognition–based Attendance System
Authors: - Pranavi Jamalapuram , - P. Sai Sragvi , - S.Renuka
Published: December 2024

Teachers often face a significant burden when it comes to manually managing attendance. To address this challenge, an intelligent automatic time attendance management system is employed. However, ensuring proper authentication poses a crucial concern for this system. Biometric data, particularly facial recognition, is commonly utilized to enhance these smart time attendance systems. Facial recognition serves as one of the biometric techniques aimed at improving the system. The key implementation steps in such a system involve face recognition and the recognition of identified faces. This article proposes a plan for introducing a system to track students' attendance automatically in schools. The model takes advantage of various methods for recognising human faces, such as Eigenface values, PCA, and CNNs. The model provides a useful tool for keeping track of students' attendance and records by matching images of their faces with those in a database.
Quantum Computing for Nuclear Fusion: Advancing Simulation and Optimization
Authors: - Sourish Dey , - Koushik Paul
Published: December 2024

Nuclear fusion is a great promise for the route toward clean, abundant, and sustainable energy, possibly solving the limits of contemporary resources. Yet, models for controlled fusion on Earth demand so much simulation: calculations into particle interaction and plasma behavior and even reaction dynamics that defy strict classical calculation. Quantum computing-that has the ability to support those complex, multi-dimensional calculations-offers hope in the fusion research frontier.

This paper introduces quantum algorithms, such as Quantum Phase Estimation for predictions of energy states, Variational Quantum Eigen solver for modeling particle interactions, and Quantum Monte Carlo to simulate stochastic processes like plasma turbulence. The algorithms together will facilitate precise modeling and optimization of the fusion parameters to maximize energy output and reactor stability.

This hybrid quantum-classical approach will be: classical computers for preprocessing data and intensive simulations using quantum processors. Preliminary experimental data from IBM Quantum suggests that quantum algorithms could be more efficient and accurate than their classical counterparts. This work, therefore, demonstrates the potential that quantum computing holds to speed up research in fusion, leading to a scalable solution for high-stakes applications in energy and the scientific domain.
Sastra Wulang, Sebuah Genre di dalam Sastra Jawa dan Karya Sastra Lain Sejaman
Authors: Rochkyatmo Amir
Published: December 2024

Sejak dikenalnya tradisi keberaksaraan, menandai dimulainya penulisan teks sebagai langkah lanjut masa kelisanan. Kehidupan sastra Jawa tertulis telah menjelajahi waktu cukup panjang dan melampaui beberapa periode. Pada masa keberaksaraan karya sastra dalam teks merupakan rekaman tertulis dari karya cipta dalam bentuk wacana. Ia mengungkapkan gagasan, buah pikiran, angan-angan, rekaman peristiwa dan lain-lain, disampaikan secara tertulis dalam bentuk teks. Teks merupakan ungkapan karya cipta pengarang yang melahirkannya melalui medium bahasa. Sebagai sarana ungkap, bahasa membingkai rasa, cipta dan karsa. Bahasa menjadi sarana komunikasi dan interaksi antar manusia untuk berbagai tujuan praktis, artistik bahkan juga filologis (Herusatoto, 1991). Dengan bahasa para pembaca dapat memahami dan menghayati pesan dan amanat yang tersurat atau tersirat.
Potensi Pemaknaan Aksara Sunda Kuno Melalui Naskah Bima Swarga 623
Authors: Sopian Rahmat
Published: December 2024

Naskah sebagai salah satu peninggalan masa lampau di dalamnya mengandung nilai-nilai kemanusiaan yang merupakan hasil karya, karsa, dan cipta para nenek moyang. Naskah pun dapat dianggap sebagai salah satu sumber yang memiliki otoritas dalam memberikan berbagai informasi mengenai masa lampau. Dalam hal ini yang dimaksud dengan naskah adalah peninggalan dalam bentuk tulisan tangan. Naskah di Nusantara jumlahnya cukup melimpah bahkan untuk naskah Sunda saja, saat ini terkumpul dalam berbagai perpustakaan di dunia hampir mendekati angka 1.500 buah naskah. Jumlah tersebut kemungkinan akan semakin bertambah bila mengingat masih ada naskah-naskah yang menjadi koleksi perseorangan. Namun di balik itu, naskah pun akan berangsur-angsur berkurang karena materi naskah bukanlah bahan yang tahan lama apalagi kondisi iklim Indonesia yang tropis menyebabkan mudah terjadinya pelapukan. Oleh karena itu, naskah-naskah tersebut perlu secepatnya mendapatkan uluran tangan dari para peneliti agar kandungannya dapat diselamatkan dari kepunahan karena dimakan usia. Naskah Sunda adalah naskah yang disusun dan ditulis di wilayah Sunda (kini Jawa Barat dan Banten) dan naskah-naskah yang berisi cerita atau uraian yang bertalian dengan wilayah dan orang Sunda sebagai inti dan pokok naskah. Namun menurut Kalsum, membuat batasan secara tepat tentang istilah naskah Sunda ini sangat sulit karena di dalamnya terkandung indikator meliputi, etnis, bahasa, dan wilayah.
Tajussalatin dan Karakter Pemimpin
Authors: Mu'jizah Mu'jizah
Published: December 2024

Metafor menteri (pemimpin) yang tak berpengetahuan diibarat awan tanpa menurunkan hujan dalam kutipan di atas memperlihatkan pengetahuan itu sangat penting dalam membina sebuah kerajaan (negara). Kerajaan akan maju jika raja dan menterinya berpengetahuan, sebaliknya negara akan runtuh jika pemimpinnya tidak mempunyai pengetahuan, diibaratkan tumbuhan tanpa siraman air hujan tumbuhan itu akan kering. Berbicara tentang pengetahuan, bangsa Indonesia kaya dengan berbagai pengetahuan pribumi. Bangsa ini pada dasarnya tidak akan mengalami krisis jika pengetahuan pribumi itu diperkenalkan, dipahami, dihayati, dan diaplikasikan dalam berbagai sisi kehidupan. Bangsa Indonesia tidak hanya kaya dengan pengetahuan, tapi juga terkenal dengan negara multietnik, multibudaya, dan multilingual. Kekayaan itu terekam dalam produk budaya masa lalu yang disebut naskah/manuskrip.
On the semantics of possessive pronouns in Ukrainian
Authors: Sulyma Olesia
Published: December 2024

This article deals with the complexities of possessive pronouns in the Ukrainian language, with a particular emphasis on their practical application in editing, especially for encyclopedia entries. The author conducts a thorough analysis of the semantic and syntactic features of these pronouns, revealing how their meanings can extend beyond the traditional notion of ownership to encompass a wider range of semantic nuances, such as characteristics, properties, and relationships. By examining a variety of linguistic contexts, the study illuminates the versatility of possessive pronouns in Ukrainian and provides valuable insights for editors and language learners alike.
COLORIMETRIC ANALYSIS OF THE PEEL AND PULP OF POTATO TUBERS
Authors: Zakieva Endzhe , Amerhanova Faina , Gimaeva Elena , Safiullina Gul'guna , Gizatullina Al'bina , Stashevski Zenon , Vologin Semen
Published: December 2024

The results of assessing the color of the peel and pulp of potato tubers in varieties selected by the Tatar Scientific Research Institute of Agriculture Federal Research Center Kazan Scientific Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences are presented. The color of the skin and pulp of raw and cooked tubers was measured using a portable colorimeter NR20XE. The influence of growing conditions on the color of the peel and raw pulp of potato tubers is shown. A significant change in peel color depending on growing conditions was found in the Dogoda (ΔE=9.1) and Dana (ΔE=4.9) varieties. The maximum differences in the color of raw pulp were determined in the varieties Salsa (ΔE 5.7), Reggae (ΔE = 5.5) and Samba (ΔE = 5.2). Minimal changes in the color of the raw pulp of tubers grown in dry land (Dubrovka village), 10 minutes after cutting and after 24 hours of exposure, are shown in the varieties Salsa (ΔE = 2.5), Zumba (ΔE = 3) and Dana (ΔE = 3) ,9). In the irrigated area, the color of the raw pulp changed the least in the Dan (ΔE = 5) and Salsa (ΔE = 8.1) honeycombs. A minimal change in the color of the pulp of boiled potato tubers grown in dry land (Dubrovka village) after a 2-hour exposure was found in the varieties Dana (ΔE=4.8), Courtney (ΔE=5) and Samba (ΔE=5.1)
DAMAGE FROM ERGOT ON WINTER RYE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF SCLEROTIA IN THE SPIKE
Authors: Schekleina Lyuciya
Published: December 2024

The harmfulness of ergot on winter rye crops in the Kirov region depends to a large extent on the number of sclerotia in the ear, which leads to an increase in the contamination of the grain mass with sclerotia. It has been established that with an increase in ear infestation by 1 sclerotia, the number of grains decreases by 4.96 pieces, grain weight by 0.26 g, and weight of 1000 grains by 2.49 g
Liability Issues in the Context of Artificial Intelligence: Legal Challenges and Solutions for AI-Supported Decisions
Authors: Moch Enrico
Published: December 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI), which enhances efficiency, production, and decision-making, has rapidly become a crucial component in sectors such as healthcare, banking, education, and transportation. However, as AI systems increasingly integrate into critical aspects of daily life, significant legal challenges related to liability, transparency, and accountability arise. The issue is that it can be challenging to assign blame for judgments made by AI, particularly when self-learning systems are involved and go beyond initial programming. In addition to algorithmic bias, opaque decision-making procedures, and third-party involvement, there are ambiguities in the assignment of accountability among developers, operators, and users. The purpose of this study is to discuss these legal issues and offer workable answers to guarantee fairness and responsibility in AI-assisted decision-making. In order to streamline compensation by emphasizing causality rather than culpability, key findings recommend the implementation of strict responsibility for high-risk AI applications. Accountability and traceability can be increased by increasing transparency through required paperwork and explainable AI systems. Uncertainty can be decreased by using explicit contractual frameworks to clearly define roles for developers, operators, and users. Furthermore, the creation of specialist liability insurance can promote the appropriate use of AI while providing financial protection for stakeholders. Building public trust and making sure AI advances society without endangering it needs striking a balance between innovation and moral and legal obligations. Cross-border AI applications require international harmonization of legal norms, such as the GDPR and the EU's AI Act, in order to establish a uniform regulatory framework. To ensure justice, fairness, and the well-being of society, these extensive legal reforms are required to close the gap between accountability and technological innovation
PENGEMBANGAN MEDIA PEMBELAJARAN LUDO FISIKA 3 DIMENSI DENGAN ADDIE UNTUK MENINGKATKAN KETERAMPILAN KOLABORASI SISWA
Authors: Mufarohah Isna Lailatul , Firdaus Firdaus , Maryono Maryono
Published: December 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan media pembelajaran ludo fisika 3 dimensi yang layak, dan efektif untuk meningkatkan keterampilan kolaborasi peserta didik dalam mempelajari hukum newton. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian dengan menggunakan model ADDIE yang terdiri dari analisis, desain, pengembangan, implementasi, dan evaluasi. Kualitas media yang dikembangkan dinilai dengan validasi, yang terdiri validasi ahli media dan ahli materi. Berdasarkan hasil validasi diperoleh persentase sebesar 91% dari validator ahli media dan 84% dari validator ahli materi dengan kategori sangat layak. Keefektifan media ini dinilai menggunakan kuisioner indikator kolaborasi yang diisi observer. Berdasarkan hasil yang diperoleh dengan menggunakan uji normalitas, homogenitas dan uji t SPSS, sig. (2-tailed) 0,000 < 0,05 maka media pembelajaran ludo fiska 3 dimensi efektif digunakan untuk meningkatkan keterampilan kolaborasi siswa.
PENERAPAN MODEL PROJECT BASED LEARNING (PJBL) TERHADAP HASIL BELAJAR FISIKA PESERTA DIDIK PADA MATERI USAHA DAN ENERGI KELAS X DI SMAN 13 MAKASSAR
Authors: Fahrunnisa Fahrunnisa , Handayani Yusri
Published: December 2024

Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengevaluasi penerapan model pembelajaran Project Based Learning terhadap hasil belajar fisika siswa kelas X di SMAN 13 Makassar. Metode penelitian yang diterapkan adalah Quasi Experimental dengan desain pretest-posttest dua kelompok, di mana satu kelompok bertindak sebagai kelompok eksperimen dan kelompok lainnya sebagai kelompok kontrol. Populasi penelitian yaitu seluruh siswa kelas X SMA Negeri 13 Makassar dengan teknik Purposive Sampling dengan kelas X-2 sebagai kelas eksperimen dan kelas X-1 sebagai kelas kontrol. Instrumen yang digunakan adalah tes hasil belajar  fisika siswa berbentuk pilihan ganda sebanyak 25 soal. Hasil penelitian memperlihatkan bahwa rata-rata nilai pretest di kelas eksperimen adalah 15,69, sedangkan di kelas kontrol adalah 14,43. Setelah pembelajaran, rata-rata nilai posttest di kelas eksperimen meningkat menjadi 20,80, sementara rata-rata nilai posttest di kelas kontrol lebih rendah, yaitu 18,09. Berdasarkan analisis data menggunakan uji N-Gain diperoleh peningkatan 0,5396 pada kelas eksperimen dengan kriteria sedang dan nilai N-Gain pada kelas kontrol mengalami peningkatan sebesar 0,3462 dikategorikan rendah. Oleh karena itu, dapat disimpulkan bahwa penerapan model pembelajaran Project Based Learning dapat meningkatkan hasil belajar fisika siswa kelas X di SMA Negeri 13 Makassar.
OCT-basierte Metrologie kleiner Glaslinsen/OCT-based metrology of small glas lenses
Authors: Velazquez Iturbide Alfredo , Schmitt Robert H.
Published: December 2024

Die genaue Charakterisierung von miniaturisierten Glaslinsen ist aufgrund der Verbindung zwischen Leistung und geometrischen Eigenschaften unerlässlich. Dieser Beitrag befasst sich mit der Verwendung der optischen Kohärenztomografie (OCT) für die Charakterisierung von miniaturisierten Glaslinsen. OCT liefert hochauflösende tomografische Bilder, die eine umfassende geometrische Charakterisierung ermöglichen, welche für Erkenntnisse über die Leistung der Linsen und die Qualitätskontrolle entscheidend ist.
Propriozeption in der Soft Robotics/Simulation-Based Application of Biphasic Strain Gauges on Soft Actuators
Authors: Müller Eileen , Wurz Christopher Marc , Cao Benjamin-Hieu , Peters Jan , Raatz Annika
Published: December 2024

Softe Roboter setzen sich aus einem soften Aktor, der sich durch seine hochelastische Verformbarkeit auszeichnet, und einem Sensorsystem zur Positionsbestimmung zusammen. Herkömmliche Dehnungsmesssensoren werden auf einem Trägersubstrat gefertigt und können nur Dehnungen bis zu maximal 10 % abbilden. In diesem Beitrag wird daher die substratlose Applikation biphasischer Dehnungsmesssensoren auf flexible in der Soft Robotics verwendete Materialien und deren Positionierung untersucht.
Qualitätssicherung von Brennstoffzellen/Quality assurance for fuel cells
Authors: Buchholz Johannes , Börgardts Richard , Goes Dominik , Stamer Florian , Lanza Gisela
Published: December 2024

Referenzbauteile mit Defektmerkmalen sind essentiell für die Erprobung von Prüfverfahren in der Qualitätssicherung der Brennstoffzellenfertigung. Aufgrund der schlechten Zugänglichkeit von defekten Bipolarplatten wird in diesem Beitrag ein Lösungsansatz vorgestellt, bei dem die zu untersuchenden Defektbilder gezielt in die Geometrie der Bipolarplatte eingebracht werden. Für ausgewählte Fehlermerkmale werden geeignete Verfahren zur Fehlereinbringung ermittelt, erprobt und technologisch umgesetzt.
Endowments Among Non-Muslims: A Case Study of Christian Endowments in Jerusalem
Authors: Monther Abdulkarim Ahmad Al-Qudah
Published: December 2024

This study, titled "Endowments Among Non-Muslims: A Case Study of Christian Endowments in Jerusalem", explores the role of joint endowments between Muslims and non-Muslims in addressing the diverse needs of society, drawing its principles from Islamic jurisprudence.The first chapter examines the concept of endowments among non-Muslims, their historical development, and their legal aspects.The second chapter delves into rulings on endowments concerning non-Muslims and provides an analysis of the role of Christian endowment custodians in Jerusalem.The third chapter investigates joint endowments between Muslims and non-Muslims, showcasing various forms of these collaborations in Arab societies.The study also includes practical aspects, such as designing a model for a shared endowment deed between a Muslim and a non-Muslim. The conclusion summarizes the findings and presents recommendations based on the analysis.
The Imam, Al-Hafiz Muhammad ibn 'Awf Al-Himsi: His Statements and Methodology in Al-Jarh wa Al-Ta'dil
Authors: Aiman Mahmood Mahdi
Published: December 2024

This study examines the life of Imam Muhammad ibn ‘Awf Al-Himsi, highlighting his status and contributions to the science of Hadith in general and to the field of Al-Jarh wa Al-Ta'dil (criticism and praise) in particular. It explores his methodology in evaluating narrators by compiling his dispersed statements from various works of Al-Jarh wa Al-Ta'dil and comparing them with the opinions of other critics. The aim is to assess the extent of agreement or disagreement between him and his peers, ultimately identifying the distinctive characteristics of his approach to the criticism of narrators.
A Reading of the Poem by Sheikh Ma al-'Aynayn (d. 1328 AH): "The Sixty-Six Beliefs"
Authors: Hamza Mealloui Al  Wajdi
Published: December 2024

This study explores Sheikh Ma al-'Aynayn's poem "The Sixty-Six Beliefs", highlighting its contribution to Islamic theology and its organization of core beliefs into two categories: divinity (50 tenets) and prophethood (16 tenets). It traces the historical context of creedal literature, particularly in the Western Islamic tradition, and the influence of Sunni orthodoxy, especially through the works of Imam al-Ash'ari. The research also reviews key commentaries on the poem, including those by Ahmed al-Barnawi and Mohammed Abdullah al-Jakni, and aims to shed light on the theological structure and methodology of this significant text.
The Da'wah Principles in the Tafsir of Sheikh Muhammad Metwali Al-Sha'rawi: A Descriptive and Analytical Study
Authors: Rabia Noor  , Abdul Hameed Kharoob
Published: December 2024

This study explores the Da'wah principles in the Tafsir of Sheikh Muhammad Metwali Al-Sha'rawi, focusing on his unique combination of traditional Islamic teachings and contemporary applications. It identifies three main categories of Da'wah principles:·        Preparing preachers.·        Addressing the audience.·        Utilizing methods and means.The study highlights Al-Sha'rawi's insightful interpretations of Qur'anic verses related to Da'wah, his practical experiences, and his ability to convey complex ideas in simple, eloquent language. These principles offer valuable guidance for preachers in navigating modern challenges in Da'wah work.
Cultural and Medicinal Uses of Ferula foetida: From Kyrgyzstan to Global Perspectives
Authors: Murzakanova Aizhan
Published: December 2024

Ferula foetida holds significant botanical, medicinal, and economic importance in Kyrgyzstan. This literature review provides an in-depth exploration of medicinal Ferula, focusing on its chemical contents, traditional uses, pharmacological activities, and future considerations within the context of Kyrgyzstan. The morphological diversity of Ferula foetida is examined alongside their distribution patterns across the varied landscapes of Kyrgyzstan. Chemical constituents, including secondary metabolites, essential oils, and bioactive compounds, are elucidated, highlighting their potential therapeutic significance. Traditional uses of Ferula foetida in Kyrgyzstan encompass a wide range of applications in folk medicine. Pharmacological activities, such as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties, are discussed based on scientific evidence and traditional knowledge. Additionally, future considerations address the sustainable utilization and conservation of Ferula foetida. In Kyrgyzstan, particularly in the face of increasing export demands. Excessive exploitation of resources forces agriculturists and biologists in our country to urgently search for ways to balance the exploitation of natural populations, protect reserves, and cultivate valuable plants. The burgeoning export market underscores the economic value of Ferula foetida, prompting the need for responsible harvesting practices and conservation efforts to safeguard this valuable botanical resource for future generations.
An appraisal of the application and soundness of the solvency and liquidity test in the implementation of statutory mergers
Authors: Mudzamiri Justice , Thabane Tebello
Published: December 2024

The integration of the solvency and liquidity test into the South African company law has the effect of, among others, rendering the capital maintenance principle obsolete. The pertinent statutory provisions of statutory mergers require that both limbs of the test must be satisfied: solvency in the form of a forecast that the merging companies’ assets are equal to and/or exceed their liabilities and liquidity in the form of a forecast that the merging companies’ debts would be paid when due. The solvency and liquidity test is valid within 12 months after the test was considered,a set period which, we argue, is inadequate to protect the interests of long-term creditors and shareholders. According to reports, the largest leveraged buyout (LBO) in South Africa, the acquisition of Edcon by Bain in 2007, resulted in post-merger trade losses and high borrowing rates for Edcon. The post-mortem of the Edcon LBO reveals that the merged entity failed to honour creditors’ repayment obligations, resulting in the shareholders losing proprietary interests to the creditors, heightening the need for having effective solvency and liquidity test. In addition, most of the recent corporate scandals emanating from deceptive accounting practices have exposed the inadequacy of the solvency and liquidity test, considering the heavy reliance on the solvency and liquidity test on financial records. To bolster creditor and shareholder protection, the article makes some suggestions that include making it mandatory that financial statements used in the forecasting be independently audited by external auditors and that the merging companies can only pass the solvency and liquidity test when their assets are greater than their liabilities, rather than simply being equal to the liabilities, as is currently the case. The suggested yardstick for assing the solvency and liquidity test only when their assets are greater than their liabilities must be adopted in all capital reduction/altering transactions, including statutory mergers, and during the pay-outs of fair value to dissenting shareholders in the context of appraisal remedy.
The effects of modern-day paid digital advertising on the escalating sales of counterfeit goods in South Africa
Authors: Ngobeni Bella Morufa
Published: December 2024

This article focuses on the effects of modern-day paid digital marketing, commonly known as digital content creation, on the escalating sales of counterfeit goods in South Africa. The marketing and promotion of South African businesses has always been facilitated by established media and marketing houses, which are formal businesses and statutorily bound. This arrangement caused these establishments to shy away  from advertising counterfeit goods, to avoid liability from third parties. However, with the move towards digitisation, businesses have swayed from using traditional marketing companies for advertisements and promotion to using the services of individual content creators, popularly known as social media influencers. These influencers/digital content creators are best described as independent personalities who can affect the buying behaviour of  their social media audience, as a result of their persuasiveness and engagement with their audience. This is done through advertising on various online platforms such as social media networks, video channels, websites, and blogs. Formerly, celebrities were considered for digital marketing under the guise of “company endorsements and ambassadorships”. Nonetheless, this has since changed as ordinary people, irrespective of their age, financial backgrounds, and with a substantial social media audience, are eligible. Nowadays, social media marketing has become a suitable platform for advertising almost every product or service, despite the legality or illegality thereof. This article aims to investigate the effects of South Africa’s modern-day digital advertising on the increasing sales of counterfeit goods in South Africa and to show a need for explicit legal rules aimed at prohibiting the marketing of fake goods.
Computational Infodemic Intelligence (InfoDI) Data for South Africa's 2024 Election
Authors: Combrink Herkulaas
Published: December 2024

The term infodemic describes an overwhelming amount of information, including facts, misinformation, opinions, and biases, that complicates identifying credible information. In the digital era, social media accelerates infodemics, particularly in politically charged contexts. This study examines the intersection of communication, political discourse, and public perception surrounding an Infodemic. T Using principles of Computational Infodemic Intelligence (InfoDI), this study applies artificial intelligence (AI) and natural language processing (NLP) methods, such as sentiment analysis and topic modeling, to analyze social media data.
A che punto è la teoria letteraria?
Authors: Gefen Alexandre
Published: December 2024

L’articolo1 sintetizza le trasformazioni della critica letteraria nel corso degli ultimi decenni, illustrando come il campo si sia evoluto dalla predominanza della teoria letteraria post-strutturalista e formalista verso una maggiore diversificazione e interazione con altre discipline. L’eclettismo metodologico riflette una visione della letteratura non più considerata nella sua autonomia ma come fenomeno culturale e antropologico complesso intrecciato ad altre sfere della conoscenza. Nuovi quadri interpretativi emergono dalle scienze cognitive, dalle Digital Humanities, dai Cultural Studies, dagli studi femministi, postcoloniali ed ecocritici, tutti accomunati da una visione etica e/o pragmatica del testo letterario. Malgrado le accuse di riduzionismo, questo spostamento di attenzione dal testo e il suo autore verso i lettori, e dunque verso gli effetti empirici, cognitivi o politici della letteratura, ha permesso, in particolare negli Stati Uniti, di difendere il ruolo delle scienze umane di fronte alle critiche neoliberaliste sulla loro presunta inutilità.
La nuova era del lettore: fra teoria e prassi
Authors: Meneghelli Donata
Published: December 2024

In questo saggio viene analizzato lo spostamento del baricentro teorico dall’era della critica all’era del lettore, ossia dal testo ai suoi interpreti. Tuttavia, lo spostamento viene analizzato non tanto sul piano teorico, ma sul versante della prassi, perché a partire dall’inizio degli anni 2000 la rinnovata centralità del lettore qui si situa. Ciò implica, tra l’altro, una transizione dal “testo” all’“universo finzionale”, spazio virtuale, transnarrativo, transmediale, transautoriale.
Teorie letterarie e Stardom Studies. Il caso di Elsa de’ Giorgi e le divagrafie
Authors: Rizzarelli Maria
Published: December 2024

Gli studi sull’attorialità e sul divismo sembrano solo apparentemente distanti dal campo letterario, eppure alcuni testi fondativi degli Stardom Studies intercettano questioni cruciali relative alle teorie del personaggio, al paradigma del doppio, alle riflessioni su fiction e non-fiction, al dibattito sempre aperto sulle scritture del sé. Tale contributo, attraverso il caso di studio di Elsa de’ Giorgi (attrice-scrittrice, diva del cinema dei telefoni bianchi) intende mostrare il significato ermeneutico della categoria di divagrafia (scrittura delle e sulle dive) e la sua feconda tensione transdisciplinare.
Non abbiamo che un pianeta, e non è il nostro. Limiti planetari e possibilità ermeneutiche
Authors: Mengozzi Chiara
Published: December 2024

Fino a poco tempo fa, il pianeta non rappresentava un contesto rilevante per collocare le nostre vite materiali e sociali, istituzioni o prodotti culturali, perché le sue variazioni sembravano impercettibili su una scala spazio-temporale umanamente significativa. Oggi, invece, la presa in conto dell’intreccio sistemico tra mondi umani e storia planetaria è necessaria per una piena comprensione della condizione umana contemporanea. L’articolo si interroga sugli effetti dell’estensione delle nostre abituali forme di contestualizzazione sullo studio della letteratura, cercando di capire, attraverso alcuni esempi tratti dalla letteratura italiana e mondiale, in che modo la questione dei “limiti planetari” possa entrare in una relazione produttiva con le pratiche ermeneutiche.
De quelques dettes de Léon Walras aux philosophies de Vacherot et Cournot
Authors: Baldin Claire , Ragni Ludovic
Published: December 2024

L’article évalue les apports d’Etienne Vacherot et d’Augustin Cournot à la philosophie de Léon Walras. Il montre que Walras n’a pas apprécié à sa juste valeur ce qu’il devait à la philosophie de Cournot, dont il est aussi tributaire par le biais de celle de Vacherot, laquelle emprunte abondamment à l’auteur des Recherches. L’article apprécie la manière dont Walras dépasse, tout en s’inscrivant dans la continuité de cette dernière, la philosophie de Vacherot en ce qui concerne le statut que l’on peut accorder à ses types idéaux et à ses objets mathématiques. Enfin, il montre pourquoi le modèle de Walras relève, sur cette base, du réalisme platonicien et se révèle plus normatif que positif.
Detecting Insults on Social Network Platforms Using a Deep Learning Transformer-Based Model
Authors: Ben Youssef Belgacem , Ben Ismail Mohamed Maher , Bchir Ouiem
Published: December 2024

Social network platforms ought to be a place where no user gets insulted via verbal abuse. Cyberbullying and online abusive language is becoming a major concern for all stakeholders. Research on insult detection has seen a surge in interest over the last few years to address this problem. The emergence of deep learning techniques and their promising achievements in various fields have promoted their use as a natural alternative to tackle the many challenges related to insult detection. The authors describe in this chapter a supervised deep learning model to capture the online comments' semantics and detect insults. The proposed approach relies on two main components: (i) Text pre-processing and representation, and (ii) A Transformer-based deep learning model trained to classify the comments submitted on social media platforms as an insult or insult free based on the BERT method. The obtained results indicate that the proposed model outperforms CNNs and RNNs in the detection of insults for the same OLID benchmark yielding a macro F1-score of 0.83 and an accuracy of 86%.
Pruning and Neural Architectures Redesigning for Deep Neural Networks Compression in Mobiles
Authors: Ferwana Ibtihal , Chaffar Soumaya , Belhaouari Samir Brahim
Published: December 2024

Mobile applications have been ubiquitous in our daily life. Given the success of Deep Neural Networks (DNNs) in image recognition tasks, DNNs are widely implemented on mobile phone applications. Due to the limited memory and energy on mobile phones, DNNs size and execution time are still roadblocks for efficient processing and instant inferences. Many transformative efforts were able to compress DNNs to the desired size for efficient speed, energy, and memory consumption. In this chapter, two areas of compression: pruning and redesigning efficient neural architectures were discussed. For each, recent advancements and highlight their strengths and limitations are discussed along with showing the improvements brought up by each selected methods and compare them. Comparisons are based on evaluating compression rate, inference time, and accuracy. The aim of this chapter would help practitioners who are implementing DNN based mobile applications to choose a compression approach that satisfies their requirements.
High-Performance Edge Computing
Authors: Alsalemi Abdullah , Amira Abbes , Malekmohamadi Hossein , Diao Kegong
Published: December 2024

With varying applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on an expanding global scale, performance metrics and standards of platforms have steadily elevated. High-Performance Edge Computing (HPEC) plays an instrumental role in lifting a substantial load on cloud computing for Deep Learning (DL). Notwithstanding, the collection, pre-and-post processing of big data engenders many challenges and opportunities for optimizing HPEC performance for data classification and, in turn, yields better outcomes. This is where the concept of data lakes is employed, which are raw-formatted large masses of data that are plausibly more compatible with many algorithms than structured data stores. Therefore, in this work, we carry out a comparative study that examines the merits, performance and efficiency metrics, and limitations of two notable HPEC platforms centered around a DL data lake framework. With classification accuracy of ~90%, results show that adequate performance and impressive computational efficiency, as fast as 8.19 msec per classified GAF image is achieved on the Jetson Nano.
Empowering Connectivity
Authors: Singh Sanjeet , Madaan Geetika , H. R. Swapna , Singh Amrinder , Pandey Digvijay , George A. Shaji , Pandey Binay Kumar
Published: December 2024

The Internet of Things (IoT) has emerged as a transformative technology paradigm, interconnecting a vast array of devices and enabling unprecedented levels of data collection, analysis, and automation. This study explores the foundational concepts, applications, and implications of IoT across various domains. IoT facilitates real-time monitoring and control, enhancing efficiency and productivity in sectors such as healthcare, agriculture, manufacturing, and smart cities. By integrating sensors, actuators, and connectivity technologies, IoT enables seamless communication between devices and systems, facilitating intelligent decision-making and predictive analytics.However, the rapid proliferation of IoT devices also raises significant challenges, including privacy concerns, data security risks, and interoperability issues. Addressing these challenges requires robust protocols, standards, and regulatory frameworks to ensure the reliable and secure operation of IoT ecosystems.Looking ahead, IoT continues to evolve with advancements in edge computing, artificial intelligence, and 5G .