bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Analysis of the Effect of Circular Ring Baffles in Suppressor on Flow Field and Far Field Noise Levels at 9 mm Semi Automatic Pistol
Authors: Gurdamar Onur , Ozbektas Seyda , Sungur Bilal
Published: October 2023

A firearm generates complex phenomena in muzzle flow and modelling the flow field around the projectile has great importance on high-intensity noise prediction. The negative effects of noise can be reduced using a suppressor which can be internally or externally attached to the barrel of a firearm. The purpose of this paper is to numerically and experimentally investigate the effect of the number and distance of circular ring baffles in the suppressor on the flow field and far field noise levels. Calculations were carried out in two-dimensional, axisymmetric, transient conditions and Ffowcs Williams and Hawkings acoustic analogy (FW-H) equations were solved to predict the far field noise. Nine cases including a gun without a suppressor, a suppressor without baffles, one, three, and five baffles which were placed at 20 mm intervals from the suppressor inlet, and one, three, five, seven, and nine baffles which were placed with equal intervals in the suppressor were simulated and compared; generations of noise during the shooting process were analyzed. The results showed that in the case without a suppressor, the peak sound pressure level was 156.1 dB at a 2.5 m distance, while this value decreased by nearly 7.6% in the case of the suppressor with seven baffles which has an average value of 144.2 dB. The results obtained here may provide a beneficial reference for predicting the muzzle noise and optimizing the number of baffles in the suppressor for small caliber gun systems.
Melhores práticas em gestão de projetos no setor de máquinas e implementos agrícolas paulista
Authors: Santos Fabio Januário Gonçalves dos , Amaral Creusa Sayuri Tahara
Published: October 2023

O setor de máquinas e implementos agrícolas (MIA) tem importante papel para o avanço da economia brasileira por desenvolver implementos que tornam a produção agrícola mais eficiente e moderna. Assim, a condução eficiente dos projetos de novos implementos é um fator que contribui para com o sucesso da empresa. Este trabalho buscou identificar as ferramentas e técnicas mais aplicadas para apoiar a gestão de projetos (GP). Para tanto, realizou-se um levantamento (e-survey) em 24 indústrias de MIAs paulistas e foi aplicado um questionário com o objetivo de obter informações sobre a organização e o nível de utilização das práticas de GP pelos profissionais. Os resultados mostraram que, dentre uma lista de 52 práticas de GP, as vinte primeiras ferramentas e técnicas mais utilizadas são compostas por práticas conhecidas e bem difundidas na área de GP. As práticas básicas de “Análise de custos/benefícios” e “Planilhas/tabelas” foram citadas como as práticas mais utilizadas entre as organizações analisadas, indicando que a área não tem buscado apoio de novos métodos para o desenvolvimento de seus projetos, evidenciando que o setor de MIAs tem ainda baixa maturidade em gestão de projetos.
The long-term course of the annual total sunshine duration in Europe and changes in the phases of the thermohaline circulation in the North Atlantic (1901–2018).
Authors: Marsz Andrzej A. , Styszyńska Anna , Matuszko Dorota
Published: October 2023

The current study was based on sunshine duration data from 13 European stations during 1901–2018. It was found that the variability in the annual total sunshine duration (SD) over Europe is related to the variability in the component of the surface thermohaline circulation in the North Atlantic (NA THC). Positive NA THC phases (the condition of the ‘warm’ North Atlantic) correspond to the periods of increased SD (brightening), while negative phases correspond to the periods of decreased SD (dimming). These relationships remain stable and statistically significant. The mechanism of these relationships is based on the influence of weakened or enhanced heat flow from the ocean to the atmosphere on the course of the mid-tropospheric circulation processes. In periods of positive thermohaline circulation in the North Atlantic (NA THC) phases, the share of long waves (macrotype W according to the Wangengejm–Girs classification) increases, with the occurrence of which the frequency of anticyclonic weather over Europe in creases, whereas in the periods of negative NA THC phases, the share of shorter waves (macrotypes E and C) increases, with the occurrence of which the frequency of cyclonic (frontal) weather over Europe increases. It is characterised by increased layer cloud cover, limiting the SD. Thus, along with changes in the thermal condition of the North Atlantic, the structure of cloud cover over Europe changes and becomes a factor regulating long-term changes in the annual total SD.
E-tourism based on geoinformation applications for seniors: Requirements and design guidelines
Authors: Kowalczyk Kamil , Kowalczyk Anna Maria , Zwirowicz-Rutkowska Agnieszka , Bednarczyk Michał
Published: October 2023

Innovative e-tourism tools could combine virtual reality, audio-visual data and physical travel to create a unique tourism experience for different groups of users. The aim of this study is to develop a geoinformation system supporting e-tourism for seniors. The proposals included a social geoinformation service (geoportal) and a mobile application. The solutions were tested in religious tourism destinations. The study included development of the technical requirements based on the map reading skills of the surveyed group. The recommendations presented in this article increase the knowledge about the practice and development of such geoinformation solutions.
Czasownik polisemiczny jako klaster aspektowy (na materiale polisemantu колоти)
Authors: Kalko Walentyna , Kalko Mykoła
Published: October 2023

W artykule rozwinięta zostaje aspektologiczna koncepcja Laury Jandy. Refleksja idei tej uczonej o materiale imperfektywnych par gatunkowych prowadzi do wniosku, iż każdy czasownik polisemiczny jest potencjalnie klastrem gatunkowym. Klaster aspektowy składa się z dwóch segmentów: gatunkowego i czynnościowego. Segment gatunkowy ma trzy główne przejawy, których specyfika pozwala wyróżnić cztery rodzaje klastrów: 1) klaster polikategorialny jako integracja korelatywnych i izolatywnych imperfektywów; 2) klaster poliprefiksowy jako integracja korelatywnych i różnie prefiksowanych korelatywnych imperfektywów; 3) bi-implicative klaster jako integracja bezprefiksowego i prefiksowego imperfektywu-korelatywu ze wspólnym perfektywno-korelatywnym (tradycyjne trójki gatunkowe); 4) klaster kombinowany jako integracja dwóch lub więcej z wyżej wymienionych klastrów. Segment czynnościowy klastra aspektowego jest reprezentowany przez kombinację co najmniej trzech wariantów leksykalnych i semantycznych: jednego imperfektywu i dwóch lub więcej perfektywów należących do różnych podklas czynnościowych.
Ukraińskie terminoznawstwo końca XX – pierwszych dekad XXI wieku
Authors: Koczan Iryna
Published: October 2023

W artykule zaprezentowano trzy główne etapy rozwoju terminoznawstwa ukraińskiego okresu niepodległości Ukrainy. Pierwszy etap, w latach 1991–2000, to czas rozpadu ZSRR, kryzysu gospodarczego, masowej migracji, pogorszenia warunków życia i bytu ludności przy jednoczesnym wzroście ducha narodowego, świadomości, próby rewizji zrusyfikowanego systemu terminologicznego. Drugi etap, od 2001 do 2014 roku, związany jest z wysiłkami na rzecz przezwyciężenia kryzysu gospodarczego i ustanowienia wartości narodowych. Trzeci etap, od 2015 roku do dziś, również ma swoją specyfikę: cechują go inwazja Federacji Rosyjskiej na terytorium Ukrainy, pandemia covid, zmiana rytmu życia ludzi, zdalna nauka i komunikacja. I wreszcie dochodzi do gorącej fazy wojny Federacji Rosyjskiej w Ukrainie w latach 2022–2023. Jednak życie naukowe nie zamiera, choć intelektualiści emigrują. Na każdym z tych etapów scharakteryzowano badanie określonych systemów terminologicznych w rozprawach, monografiach, publikacjach podręczników i skryptów, organizację regionalnych, ogólnoukraińskich i międzynarodowych konferencji terminoznawczych, ukazano elementy współpracy międzynarodowej.
Facing Disaster: Ordinary Fictions, Resilience, and the Demand for Recognition in Eastern DR Congo
Authors: Le Lay Maëline
Published: October 2023

In DR Congo, there is a proliferation of fictions and spoken word texts that addresses aspects of the on-going conflict. Fiction in Congo does not concern itself with the rules of literary orthodoxy (verisimilitude, linguistic correctness, references), nor does it rely on the existence of a literary and editorial system that is structured and operating to guarantee a predetermined readership. Its main objective is to express emotions in an aesthetic way that touches the hearts of readers and spectators. However, the primary motivation for these proliferating literary initiatives is to resonate in the social space of the place from which they originate. In this respect, the productions examined here are ordinary aesthetic creations distilled through the alembic of everyday existence. Beginning with the observation of a profusion of love stories in the literature produced in the Congo during the last quarter-century, I demonstrate how the particular orientation of these contemporary love fictions responds to societal objectives regarding social cohesion and crisis management, particularly the call for resilience. I then analyse how the issues involved in this injunction are related tocare, which is presented as the only possible, acceptable, and even desirable path in this context of violence.
The State of Sport Science Around the World: A Roundtable Discussion
Authors: Suchomel Timothy J. , McMahon Eric L.
Published: October 2023

Although sport science as a profession has advanced in some countries, there are other countries where it is still in its infancy. This roundtable was designed to identify the perceived state of sport science in different countries around the world, including common themes that may be used to help further advance an emerging profession. Several international panelists discussed the sports that most commonly use sport science services, their opinions about the sport scientist job task and responsibilities, the role of education in preparing sport scientists for the field, and sport science career opportunities around the world. Furthermore, the panelists shared their opinions about the current state of sport science, and their hopes for a brighter future of sport science.
Balloon Rupture during Pre-Dilation for Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement in Patients with a Bicuspid Aortic Valve: Classification, Treatment Strategies, and Prevention
Authors: Wu Xinlei , Wu Tianbo , Wang Rutao , Elkoumy Ahmed , Wu Daozhu , Soliman Osama , Zhang Xinmin , Wu Lianpin
Published: October 2023

Balloon rupture during transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is a rare but serious complication. Here, we present two cases of balloon rupture in patients with severe aortic stenosis and type 0 bicuspid aortic valves. Three-dimensional models based on pre-procedure cardiac CT angiography were used to investigate these cases post hoc. The models revealed asymmetrical distribution of calcifications with sharply spiked features in the bicuspid aortic valves. The narrow calcified orifices resulted in uneven force distribution on the expanded balloon, thus leading to balloon rupture. We additionally review the classification and causes of balloon rupture, summarize methods for avoiding complications, and describe treatment options. Accurate pre-procedural anatomy evaluation and computer modeling are crucial for planning and managing TAVR procedures. Further investigation through computer simulation is necessary to determine the appropriate balloon size and inflation locations, to provide a reference for pre-procedural preparation.
OPTIMIZATION OF ANALYSIS AND MINIMIZATION OF INFORMATIONLOSSES IN TEXT MINING
Authors: Mezentseva Olha O. , Kolomiiets Anna S.
Published: October 2023

Information is one of the most important resources of today's business environment. It is difficult for any company to succeed without having sufficient information about its customers, employees and other key stakeholders. Every day, companies receive unstructured and structured text from a variety of sources, such as survey results, tweets, call center notes, phone emails, online customer reviews, recorded interactions, emails and other documents. These sources provide raw text that is difficult to understand without using the right text analysis tool. You can do text analytics manually, but the manual process is inefficient. Traditional systems use keywords and cannot read and understand language in emails, tweets, web pages, and text documents. For this reason, companies use text analysis software to analyze large amounts of text data. The software helps users retrieve textual information to act accordingly The most common manual annotation is currently the most common, which can be attributed to the high quality of annotation and its “meaningfulness”. Typical disadvantages of manual annotation systems, textual information analysis systems are the high material costs and the inherent low speed of work. Therefore, the topic of this article is to explore the methods by which you can effectively annotate reviews of various products from the largest marketplace in Ukraine. The following tasks should be solved: to analyze modern approaches to data analysis and processing; to study basic algorithms for data analysis and processing; build a program that will collect data, design the program architecture for more efficient use, based on the use of the latest technologies; clear data using minimize information loss techniques; analyze the data collected, using data analysis and processing approaches; to draw conclusions from the results of all the above works. There are quite a number of varieties of the listed tasks, as well as methods of solving them. This again confirms the importance and relevance of the topic we choose. The purpose of the study is the methods and means by which information losses can be minimized when analyzing and processing textual data. The object of the study is the process of minimizing information losses in the analysis and processing of textual data. In the course of the study, recent research on the analysis and processing of textual information was analyzed; methods of textual information processing and Data Mining algorithms are analyzed.
DEVELOPMENT OF SCIENTIFIC-METHODOLOGICAL APPROACHES OF MACHINE LEARNING APPLICATION IN BIOSIGNALS PROCESSING
Authors: Khoma Yuriy  V. , Szmajda Miroslaw , Pelc Mariusz
Published: October 2023

Currentstate and future perspectives of machine learning usage in the computer bioinformatics systems are analyzed in the article. It is shown that heterogeneousness of data and wide rangeof bioinformatics tasks influenced the development of the specialized solutions for each separate domainor application.This complicates the possibility to compare effectiveness of certain methods as well asusage of the best variants for the system design for the new tasks. Research results are presented, which are related to the development of principles for the design of the biosignal computer processing systems involving the machine learning. The expediency of separation the system levels within the process of biosignals processing is reasoned, and their functions are outlined. Innovativeness of the suggested approach lies in separation of the function of lower, middle and upper levels from methods with the help of which they are realized, as well as from the implementation variants for these methods based onthe hardware and software components. It is highlighted that the middle system level is significantly invariable both in regards to the task to be solved and to the biosignal type. At the same time the upper level is specific as to the task, and the lower level is specific as to the type of biosignal. Distinct outlining of functionsfor each system level and the inter level interfaces opens prospectives for structuring information during the analysis of the known decisions, which simplifies the analysis and comparison of the effectiveness of these solutions. Design process of the computer system for the specifictasks gets simplified and potentially quickens due to the possibility of transferring the best results betweenthe related tasks. On the basis of the developed three system levels concept the rangeof tasksrelated tomachine learning application and biosignal processing on all the system levels was studied and analyzed.
IMPROVED ALGORITHM FOR SUPERVISORY CONTROL AND DATA ACQUISITIONOF COMBINED VESSEL’S ENERGY SYSTEM
Authors: Busher Victor V. , Zakharchenko Vadim N. , Glazeva Oksana V. , Khandakji Kamal
Published: October 2023

Main development trends of modern ship power systems have beenanalyzed. The purpose of the paper is the analysis of energy modes and the development of criteria for transitions between different modes of an integrated marine vessel’s power system, providing maximum efficiency in the use of fuel and motor resources of main vessel engines. It is proposed to identify, in addition to the shore-to-ship mode, four main operating modes in the presence of a synchronous machine on a propeller shaft and a converter that ensures an operation of this machine in both motor and generator modes.By dividing the main engine load into four levels –small, medium, nominal and large –an automatic system can accordingly control (or recommend in semi-automatic mode) the switching sequence of power equipment and actuating machines and mechanisms.Usinga few container shipsas an example, it is shown when the ship moves at a low speed, the main engine load becomes so low that it can be provided by diesel generatorsof the ship’s energy system (“Power-Take-Home”mode). This, on the one hand, allows to save fuel, and on the other hand increases the completeness of fuel oil consumption, since diesel generators operate at an optimal load unlike the main engine, the load of which reaches only 10percent. Similarly, in case of medium loading of the main engine, it is recommended to switch to the power supply of ship’s grid from the main engine with the shaft generator (“Power-Take-Off”mode), and if it is necessary to obtain increased power of the propulsion system, the synchronous machine is switched totheengine mode powered by diesel generators (“Power-Take-In”mode). In addition, the ability to switchofthese and mainmodesin emergency situationsquickly increases thevessel’ssurvivability and safety. Based on the analysis, an algorithm for switching between modes is proposed, which can be implemented in Supervisory Control Ad Data Acquisition ofship’s energy systems, in particular, on a physical simulator at the National University “Odessa Maritime Academy”.
REDUCING THE SEARCH AREA OF GENETIC ALGORITHM USING NEURAL NETWORK AUTOENCODER
Authors: Komarov Oleksandr V.
Published: October 2023

The article discusses the problem of developing a genetic representation for solving optimization problems by means of genetic algorithms. Traditionally, a genotype representation is a set of N features that defines an N-dimensional genotype space in which algorithmperforms a search for the solution. Due to the non-optimal choice of features, the genotype space becomes redundant, the search area for a solution unnecessary increases, which slows down the convergence to the optimum, and leads to the generation of infeasible candidates for the constraints of the problem. The reason for this is the desire to cover all legal candidates forsolution of the problem by the search area, since the optimum is feasible by the conditions of the problem. In constrained optimization problems, to find the optimum, it would be sufficient to cover only the area of feasible candidates that fall within the constraints specified by the problem. Since the set of feasible candidates is smaller than the set of all legal candidates, the search area may be narrower. The search area can be reduced by obtaining a more efficient set of features that is representative of the set of feasible solutions. But in the case of a small amount of domain knowledge, developing of an optimal featureset can be a nontrivial task. In this paper, we propose the use of feature learning methods from a sample of feasible solutions that fall under the constraints of the optimization problem. A neural network autoencoder is used as such a method. It is shownthat the use of the preparatory stage of learning a set of features for constructing an optimal genotype representation allows to significantly accelerate the convergence of the genetic process to the optimum, making it possible to find candidates of highfitness for a smaller number of iterations of the algorithm.
Motion Sickness Susceptibility Among Malaysians When Travelling in a Moving Vehicle
Authors: D. Mohamad Ruse  , Md. Yusof Nidzamuddin , N. Sanusi  , J. Karjanto  , M.Z. Hassan  , S. Sulaiman  , Z. Mohd Jawi  , K.A. Abu Kassim
Published: October 2023

Motion sickness is a common problem when travelling in a moving vehicle, especially on land transportation. This occurrence would signify when users are exposed to unexpected movement in an obstructed view. Each user can experience a different level of motion sickness, depending on their susceptibility. This paper aims to study the motion sickness susceptibility among Malaysians using Motion Sickness Susceptibility Questionnaires (MSSQ-Short). A total of 252 Malaysians (146 males and 106 females) completed a set of questionnaires. The questionnaire was distributed through electronic means such as Facebook, WhatsApp, Twitter, and email and consisted of demographic, MSSQ-Short, travel experience as a driver and passenger, and seating position. This study provides a correlation between experiencing motion sickness between childhood and adulthood (r = 0.124, p < 0.05) for the Malaysian sample. This study concludes that Malaysian susceptibility is higher compared to other countries.
The Effect of Motorcycle Helmet Type on Head Response in Oblique Impact
Authors: Radzuan Nurul Qastalani , Hassan Mohd Hasnun Arif , Omar Mohd Nadzeri , Othman Nur Aqilah , Mohamad Radzi Mohd Amirudin , Abu Kassim Khairil Anwar
Published: October 2023

In Malaysia, riding motorcycles is a popular mode of transportation, particularly in urban areas where traffic congestion is prevalent. Additionally, motorcycles are relatively affordable and have low fuel consumption, which makes them an attractive option for many. Per Malaysian traffic laws, riders must wear helmets while riding. As a result, various brands and types of helmets are available for purchase. However, with the increasing popularity of online shopping platforms, many individuals opt to purchase helmets online despite the uncertain quality control of these products. This study aims to assess the effectiveness of three different types of motorcycle helmets in protecting the head from injury. The helmet types evaluated in this unbiased study include full-face, open-face, and half-coverage helmets. The head injury predictors used in this study include Peak Linear Acceleration (PLA), Peak Rotational Acceleration (PRA), Head Injury Criterion (HIC), and Brain Injury Criterion (BrIC). Each helmet was subjected to an impact in a controlled environment using a 6-kg cylinder attached to a pendulum arm, with the impact directed at the front of the helmet at a speed of approximately 6 m/s. Full-face and open-face helmets performed exceptionally well in terms of linear parameters (PLA and HIC). The PLA and HIC of half-coverage helmets are nearly 70% and 50% higher than full-face and open-face helmets. All helmets perform poorly against rotational impact (PRA and BrIC). This shows that helmet design needs to be improved to enhance protection against rotational impact. This study represents the first case study in Malaysia to gather mechanical head injury data comparing the protective performance of different helmet types under both linear and rotational impact. These findings may provide a more accurate understanding of helmet performance in protecting against head injuries.
Culturas híbridas en la configuración de las bandas de viento en América Latina: las bandas pelayeras
Authors: Castro Méndez Edwin Alexander , Hernández González Edilberto
Published: October 2023

El presente artículo tiene como propósito observar la manera en que las bandas de viento, provenientes de Europa, pervivieron en América Latina a traves de fenómenos de hibridación cultural con los pueblos originarios y con la diáspora africana. En este escenario, la banda de viento pelayera en Colombia es vista como un fenómeno musical que enmarca dichas hibridaciones debido a que melodías de las músicas de gaita y músicas de ascendencia africana están presentes en este formato instrumental. Desde una perspectiva de análisis histórico, realizado a través de un rastreo documental, la investigación además sitúa otros dos escenarios alrededor de las bandas de viento, para observar procesos de hibridación cultural y formas de pervivencia del fenómeno musical en América Latina, estos son: Brasil y México. El texto comprende, en su introducción, un acercamiento al fenómeno de las bandas de viento pelayeras. Posteriormente, en la metodología, da cuenta de los descriptores para la búsqueda en bases de datos académicas y otros documentos. Luego, se analiza el origen y el fenómeno de las bandas de viento en Brasil, México y Colombia. Y, para finalizar, se exponen las conclusiones que arrojó la investigación realizada.
Trayectorias raciales en los discursos histórico-literarios de Jotabeche, V. F. López e Iris (Chile en dos extremos temporales a lo largo del siglo racialista)
Authors: Arre Marfull Montserrat Nicole
Published: October 2023

El presente artículo expone hipótesis sobre las ideas de raza y sus conceptos asociados que circularon en cierta escritura chilena entre las décadas de 1840 y la de 1940, con la perspectiva de descubrir las continuidades y divergencias ideológicas. El siglo que inicia y termina en dichas décadas es clave para estudiar el desarrollo del racialismo/racismo en Chile, ya que es el momento de la consolidación del campo literario chileno y el afianzamiento de la nación y los territorios hacia el norte y sur de los límites coloniales, lo que implicó una síntesis discursiva de las poblaciones en concreto, cultural y físicamente diferenciadas; es decir, en palabras de la época, el encuentro y amalgama entre “razas diversas”. En términos continentales, aquellos años se destacan como el periodo clave del desarrollo del nacionalismo y del llamado “racismo científico”, discursos y prácticas que fueron apropiados por una buena parte de la intelectualidad chilena. Nos aproximaremos a esta exposición desde escrituras publicadas en Santiago, Valparaíso y Copiapó, a través de las plumas de Jotabeche (José Joaquín Vallejo), Vicente Fidel López e Iris (Inés Echeverría Bello).
La perspectiva del cuidado en la educación para la paz
Authors: Etxeberria Mauleón Xabier
Published: October 2023

Abordar la educación para la paz desde el cuidado no es nada común. Se trata de una perspectiva sugerente y puede ser fecunda, pero es a la vez delicada. Cuidar, de por sí, se nos muestra una actividad loable, aunque no está exenta de peligros, de abusos. Precisa por eso ser guiada por una ética, la ética de los cuidados. Proyectarla, además, al ámbito de la educación para la paz, pide una atención especial.

La ética habitual del cuidado, aunque abierta también al autocuidado, se centra decisivamente en el cuidado intersubjetivo. En su esquema más básico, que habrá que complejizar, una persona con una necesidad, una dependencia, una enfermedad, que le causa sufrimiento, es ayudada por otra a afrontarla. Para proyectar esta situación a la educación para la paz, precisamos hacer de arranque una distinción: en este caso, quien ha causado a la persona ese sufrimiento es un agente humano que la ha violentado, directamente o por mediación de estructuras. Se trata de un sufrimiento injusto. No solo están la persona necesitada y quien la apoya, hay un tercero, un victimario que le ha hecho víctima. Con frecuencia, además, el victimario es un grupo organizado y sus víctimas son un colectivo marcado por su común victimización. Estos datos modulan significativamente tanto el contenido como la relación de cuidado que, con su correspondiente ética, pueden orientar y alentar la educación para la paz. Dan, además, un énfasis y una expresión especiales al autocuidado de las víctimas colectivamente efectuado.

El tema se abordará teniendo especialmente presentes a las víctimas causadas por la violencia armada organizada y con intencionalidad política. Metodológicamente, se desgranarán supuestos básicos de la ética del cuidado (resaltados en cursiva) y, teniendo presente esta realidad de violencia, se proyectarán a la educación para la paz. La amplitud de la tarea y la limitación de espacio obligan a ofrecer solo apuntes muy esquemáticos. Por tal razón, se mencionarán temas complejos que no serán desarrollados y que se darán por conocidos. Respecto a ellos, se hace referencia a algunos estudios personales en los que han sido abordados.
El nexo entre trata de seres humanos y desplazamientos forzados inducidos por conflictos a partir de las lentes del feminismo interseccional
Authors: Correa da Silva Waldimeiry , Sumariva Reyes Gracia
Published: October 2023

El presente artículo explora el complejo vínculo entre la migración forzada por conflictos y la trata de seres humanos (TSH) con el objetivo de exponer como la nacionalidad y el género pueden ser considerados como factores que aumentan la vulnerabilidad y el riesgo de TSH entre las personas. A través del desarrollo de dos estudios de caso que examinan estas cuestiones en el marco de la guerra civil en Irak (2014) y el actual conflicto en Ucrania, se observa la posición paradójica de la Unión Europea (UE) ante los dos casos. El estudio adopta un enfoque feminista interseccional que busca destapar las relaciones de poder, raza, género y los discursos heteropatriarcales moralizantes que están detrás de la construcción de marcos políticos, jurídicos y sociales de la UE. El artículo se estructura en tres secciones. La introducción proporciona una visión general del objetivo de la investigación, explica el uso del enfoque feminista interseccional, ofrece un marco conceptual relativo a los desplazamientos forzados por conflictos y a la TSH, e introduce los estudios de caso seleccionados. La segunda realiza el análisis de casos y pone de manifiesto el nexo entre la migración forzada y la TSH en el contexto de Irak y Ucrania, prestando especial atención a las vulnerabilidades relacionadas con la raza/etnia/nacionalidad y el género. La tercera expone las implicaciones para la vulnerabilidad que surgen de intersección entre los diferentes factores analizados que derivan en una discriminación interseccional. La conclusión reflexiona sobre las implicaciones para las políticas de enfrentamiento a la TSH. Nuestro análisis demuestra que la situación de conflicto armado aumenta la vulnerabilidad a la TSH de las personas en un proceso de movilidad. En este contexto, la nacionalidad de un individuo influye en la capacidad de desplazarse libremente, determinando su vulnerabilidad ante la TSH. La disparidad de las respuestas de la UE ante las crisis migratorias de ambos conflictos pone de manifiesto como la movilidad de las personas pertenecientes a las zonas empobrecidas es restringida y regulada, incrementado su riesgo a la TSH.
Modern views on the use of means in physical rehabilitation in the treatment of flat feet
Authors:   Mariupol State University, Plechistova E.A. , Honcharuk N.V. ,   National Pharmaceutical University
Published: October 2023

Purpose: To justify modern approaches to building a physical rehabilitation program for flat feet. Material and methods: the analysis of modern special scientific and methodical literature revealed the question of the use of kinesiotaping as one of the effective methods of physical rehabilitation, "Su-Jock" therapy for the correction of flat feet, restoration of the correct anatomical position and reduction of pain. Results: in the course of this literature analysis, the effectiveness of the application of the kinesio taping technique in combination with physical therapy, massage, "Su-Jock" therapy and physiotherapy was revealed. Conclusions: a positive effect was recorded when using this technique, regardless of the age and type of flatfoot, the main advantage of this method is the launch of the self-recovery mechanism and preservation of mobility when applying the tape.
Physical therapy for congenital dysplasia of the hip joint in infants with conservative treatment
Authors:   Kharkiv .State Academy of Physical Culture, Shudrenko T.V. , Pustovoit B.A. ,   Kharkiv State Academy of Physical Culture
Published: October 2023

Purpose: to scientifically substantiate, develop and evaluate the effectiveness of the physical therapy program for infants with hip dysplasia. Material and methods: analysis of scientific and scientific-methodological literature, medical-biological methods and medical-pedagogical observations, methods of mathematical statistics. Results: an analytical analysis of modern approaches to physical therapy of infants with hip dysplasia during conservative treatment was carried out. A physical therapy program for children with the above pathology was developed and implemented in clinical practice. Conclusions: it was established that the developed program of physical therapy for infants with hip dysplasia significantly improves the results of their treatment and rehabilitation.
Staged structure of correction and compensation of the motor sphere of disabled people with impaired functions spinal cord
Authors:   State higher educational institution ", Vitsko S.M. ,   Donbas State Pedagogical University", Kryvosheev M.V. ,   State higher educational institution "Donbas State Pedagogical University"
Published: October 2023

Purpose: to determine and develop the basic pedagogical, psychological and biomechanical parameters of optimal formation of motor actions in disabled persons with impaired spinal cord functions, which make up the structure of their fund of vital motor skills and skills based on the staged structure of the rehabilitation process. Material and methods: the study was attended by disabled people with partial spinal cord dysfunction in the thoracic region, male aged 18-29 years (26 people). The research was conducted on the basis of the Department of Theoretical and Methodological Foundations of Physical Education and Rehabilitation of the Donbas State Pedagogical University and the specialized sanatorium for spinal patients "Slovyansky" in the city of Slovyansk. Results: a low level of development of basic physical qualities and motor actions, which provide sufficient conditions for self-care and an insufficient level of motivation of disabled people for the rehabilitation process, was revealed. Conclusions: on the basis of the developed step-by-step program of corrective training of motor actions and the development of special motor qualities, in the process of physical and social rehabilitation of disabled people with PFSM, experimental results were obtained that prove its effectiveness.
The Happiness of the Sandwich Generation in Bali: the Roles of Family, Social, and Balinese Culture
Authors: Yuniari Ni Komang Ayu , Saskara Ida Ayu Nyoman
Published: October 2023

The sandwich generation in Bali, especially Gianyar, which is still thick with its culture, has a dual role in the family, as caregivers for children and parents, breadwinners, and is actively involved in community activities. This study aims to analyze the influence of cultural norms in moderating the effect of family roles and social support on the happiness of the sandwich generation. The samples were 203 generations of sandwiches obtained through accidental sampling techniques and analyzed using Moderated Regression Analysis (MRA). The results showed that cultural norms, social support, and family roles significantly influence the happiness of the sandwich generation. Meanwhile, cultural norms were not variables that moderate the effect of family roles and social support on the happiness of the sandwich generation. This study proposed two central policies to break the sandwich generation chain in Gianyar Regency: socializing the importance of financial literacy so that in the future, a person does not depend on his child for life and forming a parent empowerment group to reduce the burden of the sandwich generation.JEL Classification: M14, J12, I31, L31How to Cite:Yuniari, N. K. A., & Saskara, I. A. N., (2023). Happiness of the Sandwich Generation in Bali: the Role of Family, Social and Balinese Culture. Signifikan: Jurnal Ilmu Ekonomi, 12(2), 355-370. https://doi.org/10.15408/sjie. v12i2.32315.
Risk Factors for Aortic Dissection
Authors: Kano Harold Djodjo , Sun Wei
Published: October 2023

Aortic dissection is a critical condition, which can affect the aorta over its entire length. Characterized by a split between the tunica intima and the tunica media of the aorta, aortic dissection is seen in both sexes, and diagnosis and treatment are decisive for the survival of the patient. Aortic dissection has a wide range of risk factors that contribute to it being one of the most serious of cardiovascular conditions. Diagnosis is based on a thorough knowledge of the condition and its risk factors. This review describes the patient characteristics, drugs, and medical procedures that may contribute to an increased risk of aortic dissection, raising awareness of this life-threatening condition.
Project Loops, “Edgelands” and the Permanent Reimagining of Landscape
Authors: McClanahan-Simmons Angela
Published: October 2023

This article proposes that Boris Groys’s claim that contemporary life is mediated via an ongoing loop of speculative, unfinished “projects” can be used to explore the production of particular kinds of interfaciality and “Edgelands”, as defined by Marion Shoard. I examine the Granton Waterfront area, a region of Edinburgh, Scotland, that has witnessed redevelopment projects initiated and abandoned over the last three decades, and where construction materials, half-finished roads, derelict gates and rezoned “development” areas are constantly revalued and reinhabited by humans and non-humans in looped cycles. Utilizing photographic images produced at various points over a decade to construct a visual narrative of the site, as well as drawing on the work of cultural geographer Hamish Kallin, I demonstrate how Shoard’s and Groys’s concepts, most often applied in art, cultural geography and planning contexts, can be useful tools for contemporary archaeologists in examining and reflecting upon the production and ongoing lives of ‘waste’ landscapes.
Figure and Field in the Anthropocene
Authors: Benjamin Jeffrey
Published: October 2023

The following thoughts will inevitably find themselves in the service of a central idea: the creation of a discursive common ground – that is, the production of a set of assumptions, beliefs and common terms that find acceptance and use, and which form the basis for conversation and dialogue. So, in the simple act of gathering a group of essays under the title “Making Ground”, we have created a discursive commons that allows discrete and unique thoughts and ideas to find expression. This notion – the creation of a discursive commons – is the guiding theme of this essay, where it begins and where it will end. It is also very important to note that (although I do not think it is the case in this instance) a discursive commons can be created through evasion as much as through attraction: by advancing or proposing a theme that is somehow repellant to an existing field of discourse, a new common ground can be created. Therefore, the overt rejection of a discursive commons, or the rejection of a conceptual assertion, in many ways serves the same purpose as its acceptance.
Trends in Cesarean Delivery in Puerto Rico, 2018-2022
Authors: Osterman Michelle J.K. , Gallego Maria M. J.
Published: October 2023

This report provides health data from the National Center for Health Statistics.
Comments on the article by I.G. Zenkevich «Calculation of average chronological values – an undeservedly neglected method of statistical data processing»
Authors:   Federal Research Center for Chemical Physics of the Russian Academy of Sciences (FITC HF RAS), Pomerantsev A. L.
Published: October 2023

Игорь Георгиевич известный специалист в хроматографии и им опубликовано много превосходных работ в этой области. Моя же область интересов – анализ данных, в том числе и получаемых в аналитической химии. Поэтому я не мог не обратить внимания на публикацию, в которой он предлагает неизвестный мне подход к статистической обработке.
DETERMINATION OF PHENOLIC-TYPE ANTIOXIDANT ADDITIVES IN FRESH INSULATING OILS BY IR SPECTROMETRY ON A LIQUID EXPRESS ANALYZER ATTACHMENT
Authors:   Yugra State University, Muratova V. M. , Nekhoroshev S. V. ,   Khanty-Mansiysk State Medical Academy, Gadzhieva A. S. ,   Yugra State University, Semeniuk P. R. ,   Yugra State University, Liutikova M. N. ,   Branch of PJSC "Rosseti" - Yamalo-Nenets PMES
Published: October 2023

For more than 120 years, transformer oil, derived from oil, has been most widely used as an insulating and heat dissipating medium in oil-paper insulated electrical equipment. During operation, under the influence of such factors as elevated temperature of the windings, electric field, contact with air oxygen and metal parts of the equipment, the oil is oxidized resulting in the deterioration of its electrical insulation properties and creating the risk of failure of expensive electrical equipment. In order to slow down the oxidation process and extend the life of the oil, the inhibiting additive ionol is added. However, in previously published works we showed that the additive ionol itself also undergoes decomposition with the formation of other phenolic compounds, which presence acts as an additional indicator of intensive aging of the liquid dielectric. Therefore, it is advisable to control in fresh transformer oils not only the content of ionol itself but also the presence of its degradation products showing similar inhibitory properties. A method of quantitative determination of ionol (2,6-di-tret-butyl-4-methylphenol) as well as 2,6-di-tret-butylphenol is proposed in the present work. The method of analysis is based on the IR spectrometry using a liquid express analysis attachment. The proposed method has a number of advantages over other methods, including standardized methods, i.e. speed; simplicity; safety, since chemical reagents are not required; low cost of consumables.
Extraction of organic pollutants from wastewater to improve the sanitary reliability of water bodies
Authors: Gorelkina Alena , Belyaeva Oxana , Golubeva Nadezhda , Gora Natalia , Timoshchuk Irina
Published: October 2023

. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the principal possibility of increasing the adsorption of hydroxybenzene by the carbon sorbent Purolate-standard by a combination of reactive and thermal oxidative modification. The control of the hydroxybenzene concentration from the solution was determined by spectrophotometry. The possibility of increasing the adsorption capacity by means of combined oxidative modification (reagent oxidation followed by heat treatment) of carbon material was considered. The characteristics of the extraction process were established on the basis of Langmuir and Dubinin-Radushkevich models. Analysis of the porous structure and functional groups of the surface of anthracite and its modified samples showed changes in the above parameters. The processing of experimental data in the coordinates of the Langmuir and Dubinin-Radushkevich equations showed a satisfactory correlation, which allows us to calculate the values: Gibbs energy, the maximum adsorption capacity of the monolayer, the adsorption equilibrium constant, the maximum volume of the adsorption space. The obtained values allow us to establish the adsorption mechanism, both on the feedstock and on the processed samples. It was found that the oxidation of 2 % ammonium salt of peroxodiseric acid with subsequent heating at 200°C reduced the adsorption of phenol. Treatment of the adsorbent with 5 % ammonium salt of peroxodiseric acid with heating at 250°C slightly increased the adsorption of phenol. The use of the studied oxidants to increase the adsorption capacity of anthracite did not give the expected result with respect to hydroxybenzene. Sorption on macroporous carbon materials with preliminary modification can be recommended as a promising direction in relation to organic pollutants. The study of the adsorption of hydroxybenzene on anthracite of the Purolate-standard brand was carried out under static conditions. The authors have proved that reducing the sanitary reliability of reservoirs is possible by means of reducing the level of contamination of wastewater. The mechanism of adsorption of hydroxybenzene on sorbents modified by a combined method under different regimes has been studied for the first time, which is a scientific novelty of the study.
Directions, experience and prospects for the implementation of carbon projects in Russia
Authors: Pinaev Vladimir , Ukhova Valeria , Ledashcheva Tatiana
Published: October 2023

At the moment, the problem of increasing greenhouse gas emissions is global, requiring prompt action to mitigate the effects of global climate change. In recent decades, there has been a clear correlation between global climate change and an increase in greenhouse gas emissions of anthropogenic origin. The strengthening of the climate agenda is leading to an expansion of activities in the field of developing ways to decarbonize, as a result, business and industry are considering various options for reducing emissions, in particular the implementation of carbon projects. The article summarizes the experience of implementing climate projects in Russia both in the first period of the Kyoto Protocol and under the current legislation. Climate projects implemented at enterprises of various industries in various areas are considered, including projects on energy efficiency, renewable energy sources, forest carbon projects. An overview of joint implementation projects in the following industries is presented: non-ferrous metallurgy, steelmaking, oil refining, energy, chemical industry, etc. Special attention is paid to the description of the prospects for the development of new natural and climatic projects related to wetlands, aimed at the restoration and secondary watering of peatlands. Taking into account the fact that the ability of wetlands in general and peatlands in particular to sequester and store carbon has been sufficiently studied, and Russia has the world's largest peat reserves, it is therefore advisable to use the potential of wetlands for the development and implementation climate projects with subsequent issuance and sale of carbon credits on the national or international markets.