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New localities of vertebrate fauna in the Quaternary sediments in the vicinity of Rouse (North-East Bulgaria)
Authors: Evlogiev Yordan , Głazek Jerzy , Sulimski Andrzej , Czyzewska Teresa
Published: January 2023

In the Quaternery sediments of the vicinity of Rouse three taxa of vertebrates have been found and described. The first one – Cervus sp., was found in the cave "Orlova chuka", on the boundary between the water-gallerian and the sec-gallerian sediments. It coincides with the boundary between the geomagnetic epochs Brunes – Matuyama. This taxon existed under conditions of a comparatively humid and cold climate, in the presence of a forest-steppe vegetation. Taking into account paleomagnetic data as well, we may assume that such climatic conditions were existing during the pluvial of the Giinz. The second taxon – Nannospalax (Mesospalax) leucodon (Nordmann, 1840), was found in the alluvial fossil soil on the terrace T5 in the eastern part of the town of Rouse. This species shows that the climate was hot, comparatively sec, with a steppe vegetation, during the interglacial Mindel-Riss. The third fossil – that of Syncerus sp., was found in the lower part of the fust fossil soil (Würm1 - Würm2). It existed under conditions of a hot climate, at the presence of a humid forest environment.
Investigating Galactic cosmic rays with γ-ray astronomy
Authors: Yang Ruizhi ,   Department of Astronomy, School of Physical Sciences, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei 230026, China,   CAS Key Laboratory for Research in Galaxies and Cosmology, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei 230026, China,   School of Astronomy and Space Science, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei 230026, China
Published: January 2023

Cosmic rays (CRs) are one of the most important components in the interstellar medium (ISM), and the origin of CRs remains a mystery. The diffusion of CRs in turbulent magnetic fields erases the information on the distribution of CR accelerators to a large extent. The energy dependent diffusion of CRs also significantly modifies the initial (acceleration) spectra of CRs. In this regard, γ-rays, the secondary products of interactions of CRs with gas and photons in the ISM, provide us with more information about the origin of CRs. More specifically, the γ-ray emissions associated with gas, can be used to study the distribution of CRs throughout the Galaxy; discrete γ-ray sources can elucidate the locations of individual CR accelerators. Here, the current status and prospects in these fields are reviewed.
MDCT Angiography in the Assessment of Vascular Variants in Potential Liver Donors
Authors: M Kavin , PK Nazar
Published: January 2023

BACKGROUND: Liver transplantation is currently considered as a definitive therapeutic option for managing patients with chronic liver disease. Due to the considerably greater complexity of LDLT surgical technique, safe harvesting and successful transplantation necessitate cautious donor selection and preoperative mapping of the vascular anatomy. The aim of this study was to evaluate the vascular variations in potential living liver donors and to assess the association between the vascular variance with intra operative and post operative complications.
METHODS: Study population included 87 cases potential living liver donors selected from June 2020 to June 2022. Prior to liver transplant, each donor underwent MDCT angiography of the abdomen. Recipients were then monitored intraoperatively and postoperatively for up to six months to determine the presence or absence of various problems in grafts with normal arterial anatomy vs those with variable arterial morphology.
RESULTS: A total of 56 cases (64.4%) had standard type I arterial anatomy and 31 cases (35.6%) had variance in artery. The Michels’ type III anatomy is the most prevalent variation (13.8%) of cases, followed by type II arterial anatomy (11.5%). Standard type I portal vein anatomy was seen in 70 cases (80%). A total of 19 people (22%) had accessory right hepatic vein (RHV) and 28 cases (32%) had inferior hepatic vein (IHV). Results of grafts with standard anatomy were compared with grafts with variant anatomy. We found no statistically significant association found between vascular variations with intra operative and post complications.
CONCLUSION: Nearly two-third of prospective liver donors had variant in any of vascular supply. Most prevalent variations involves hepatic arterial anatomy which was found in 35.6% patients. Michels’ type III arterial anatomy was found to be the most common variation followed by Michels’ type II. With regard to the portal vein anatomy, type II portal vein anatomy was found to be the most common variation. We found no statistical significant association between the grafts with variant vascular anatomy with intraoperative and postoperative complications.

Key words: Living donor liver transplantation (LDLT), multi detector computed tomography (MDCT), right hepatic vein (RHV), inferior hepatic vein (IHV), right hepatic artery (RHA).
Rare Entity of Clear Cell Carcinoma Arising from the Soft Palate: A Case Report
Authors: Pratiwi I.A. Ide Larassanthi , Prapyatiningsih Yully
Published: January 2023

Clear cell carcinoma (CCC) is a rare minor salivary gland carcinoma, comprise 0.2%–1% of all salivary gland tumors. This particularly occurs in the minor salivary glands of oral cavity and oropharynx, the palate was the most common location. CCCs are most commonly asymptomatic as an indolent, painless, submucosal mass. The prognosis of CCC is generally good, with low locoregional recurrence after primary surgical management and relatively limited metastatic potential. The recommended standard of CCC treatment is complete local resection of tumor with a 0.5 cm to 2 cm considered sufficient and curative in most cases. We report a case of a 38 years old Balinese woman presented with painless lump in the soft palate. The tumor measured around 2 × 2 cm in diameter and diagnosed as CCC of salivary glands which is a rare finding. Local resection of the tumor done with safety margin and no reconstruction post-surgery needed. The patient was followed up regularly with excellent prognosis and with no signs of recurrence.

Key words: Clear Cell Carcinoma, Soft palate, Minor salivary gland
Геобрендинг как драйвер развития региона в условиях нестабильности
Authors: Пьянкова Светлана Григорьевна , Митрофанова Инна Васильевна , Ергунова Ольга Титовна
Published: January 2023

Представлен исследовательский анализ эволюции концепции геобрендинга как инструмента территориального развития регионов РФ. Элементом оригинальности исследования является попытка переопределить концепцию брендинга территории, чтобы она была более значимой с точки зрения пространственного анализа. Эмпирической базой исследования послужили сайты, страницы в социальных сетях исследованных субъектов Уральского федерального округа РФ, рекомендации Международной ассоциации по измерению и оценке коммуникации, данные аналитических исследований Global Soft Power Index, ВНИЦ R&C, а также результаты интервьюирования и анкетирования. Методологическую базу исследования составляют методы исторического, системного и сравнительного анализа. Результаты: осуществлен анализ современных инструментов и технологий геобрендинга, используемых для формирования и поддержания имиджа субъектов УрФО РФ на рынке территорий, а также представлены рекомендации по оптимизации их применения. Авторы особый акцент сделали на выявлении специфики формирования территориальных брендов регионов с помощью контент-анализа. Основной целью исследования является представление единой территориальной модели классификации брендов на межрегиональном уровне. В результате обзора отечественной и зарубежной научной литературы по этому вопросу было проведено исследование территориальных брендов 6 субъектов УрФО РФ. Результаты этого исследования привели к созданию факторной модели управления брендом региона. Практическая значимость исследования заключается в возможности применения авторских предложений в практической деятельности по совершенствованию процесса территориального брендинга регионов РФ в условиях нестабильности.
Сравнительно-статический подход анализа структурных сдвигов региональной экономики
Authors: Чистникова Ирина Вячеславовна
Published: January 2023

Для выработки парадигмы управления регионом и обоснования направлений политики территориального развития необходимо выявление сравнительных преимуществ региона. Поэтому имеется необходимость развития теоретико-методологических основ применения сравнительно-статического подхода для анализа структурных сдвигов региональной экономики. Цель исследования состоит в моделировании роста занятости и последствий для политики экономического развития Белгородской области на уровне секторов с использованием динамического анализа структурных сдвигов. В результате исследования были выявлены статистические и динамические параметры занятости как базы для принятия стратегических решений на региональном уровне.
Цифровые сервисы и туристская экосистема в развитии внутреннего туризма
Authors: Богомазова Ирина Викторовна , Климова Татьяна Брониславовна
Published: January 2023

Tуристическая отрасль продолжает свою трансформацию, реализуя новые направления, идеи и концепции. Наличие отложенного туристического спроса и потребность в его удовлетворении свидетельствуют о желании туристов путешествовать, испытывать неизведанное и получать новые впечатления. В сложившихся условиях особая роль отводится процессам цифровизации и предложению клиентам нового опыта. В статье проведен анализ состояния и тенденций развития отрасли, определены факторы, сдерживающие развитие туризма. Авторы отмечают, что в современных условиях переориентацию туристов в направлении туристских потоков целесообразно рассматривать в качестве стимула для отраслевого развития. Огромное значение в системе формирования лояльности потребителей отводится цифровым технологиям и туристской экосистеме, объединяющей всю совокупность цифровых решений для продвижения отечественных туристских продуктов. Активное использование туристских маркетплейсов, технологий дополненной реальности и больших данных, искусственного интеллекта, чат-ботов, суперприложений и других современных сервисов будет и дальше менять рынок туристских услуг и делать его более персонализированным.
Метод распознавания объектов в системах технического зрения роботов
Authors: Титов Алексей Иванович , Корсунов Николай Иванович
Published: January 2023

Предлагается метод, обеспечивающий минимизацию затрат ресурсов, имеющий инвариантность к поворотам, так как объекты могут находиться в случайном положении. Для сокращения временных и аппаратных затрат при обеспечении инвариантности к положению объекта предлагается для задания контура использовать особые ключевые точки. Линия, связывающая две соседние особые ключевые точки, задает ось автономной декартовой системы координат, в которых определяется точки экстремумов. Количество сегментов, координат и положение в них точек экстремумов представляется решающим правилом распознавания объекта. Эти архитектуры являются универсальными, поэтому их можно использовать для создания ряда модулей для более крупной системы (например, для распознавания объектов, ключевых точек и модулей обнаружения объектов в системе технического зрения роботов). По мере того, как все больше и больше используются мобильные роботы и, как правило, самоуправляемые машины такие как квадрокоптеры или дроны, системы распознавания объектов становятся все более важными.
Использование методов машинного обучения в задачах принятия решений при обеспечении качества в приборостроении
Authors: Конев Константин Анатольевич
Published: January 2023

Обеспечение качества – важная и многогранная деятельность, оказывающая значительное влияние на конкурентоспособность и продукцию организации, на её системы управления в целом. Данная деятельность не является ценным и основным процессом, поэтому управляется как центр затрат, что создаёт объективные сложности в повышении её эффективности. Несмотря на большое число публикаций в сфере обеспечения качества, тематика поддержки принятия решений в данной области исследована слабо и рассматривается главным образом для руководителей. Концептуально проблема повышения эффективности решений рассмотрена в ряде публикаций автора. В работе данный подход рассматривается для специалистов по обеспечению качества уровня исполнителя или эксперта, и в такой постановке задачи используется впервые. В соответствии с ранее предложенной методологией целью исследования является формирование ситуационно-онтологической модели конкретной практической задачи выявления причины дефекта для приборостроительного предприятия методом машинного обучения (k-ближайших соседей). Результаты исследования позволили сделать вывод о возможности применения ситуационно-онтологической методологии с целью создания системы поддержки принятия решений для решения задач в типовой ситуации поиска причины дефекта на основе метода k-ближайших соседей для инженера по качеству приборостроительного предприятия.
Consumer behavior on sustainable issues
Authors:   Universidad de Cantabria, Spain – martinezrp@unican.es, Martínez García de Leaniz Patricia , Castro-González Sandra ,   Universidade de Santiago de Compostela, Spain – sandra.castro@usc.es
Published: January 2023

This special issue of the Management Letters / Cuadernos de Gestión is dedicated to presenting those articles that are included as part of the special issue on consumer behavior and sustainable issues and that highlight marketing’s important role in encouraging sustainable consumption. The first part of this editorial presents six articles that structure this special issue. The second part examines the concept of sustainable marketing and the most effective ways to change consumer behaviour to become more sustainable.
Comparación de los índices productivos de ponedoras línea genética ISA Brown con la guía de manejo estándar de la línea
Authors: Vera-Rodríguez José Humberto , Lazo-Sulca Rafael Seleyman , Barzallo-Granizo Diego Geovanny , Gavin-Moyano Cesar Stalin , Zambrano-Pazmiño Alan Roberto , Barcia-Anchundia Johnny Xavier
Published: January 2023

La presente investigación ha comparado parámetros productivos obtenidos en la avícola SIRIA, ubicada en el recinto Mocochal, del cantón Bolívar, Manabí-Ecuador, con la guía estándar de manejo de gallinas ponedoras línea genética ISA Brown, así también la parametrización de diversos procesos de crecimiento de esta especie como herramientas que permitan optimizar el análisis biológico y económico de esta producción. Las variables peso de huevo y porcentaje de postura se encuentran significativamente por debajo de los estándares internacionales, por tal motivo se sugiere priorizar el fomento del crecimiento de las aves en lugar de incentivar su madurez sexual. El objetivo fue proveer a las aves un perfecto confort durante su levante para obtener el peso deseado con una uniformidad mayor o igual a 90 %. Sumado a esto, un correcto programa de luz con suficiente espectro, intensidad y uniformidad adaptado a las condiciones de ambiente de la explotación para incentivar el consumo de alimento y desarrollo. En la etapa pre-postura y postura es necesario insistir que la distribución de la fuente de calcio se le divida en dos (partículas grandes para las horas de la tarde las mismas que serán aprovechadas en horas de la noche para la formación del cascarón del huevo y las partículas finas por la mañana para su inmediata utilización). Se han obtenido una serie de modelos que permiten simular una serie de procesos de producción y tasas de crecimiento para la producción avícola.
Need-adapted and Individualized Psychocardiological Intervention in Patients with Myocardial Infarction to Reduce Consequential Psychological Diseases
Authors: Fadljevic Maria , Christ Claudia , Ehrlich Joachim , Raisch Selina , Herlitzius Emilia
Published: January 2023

A heart attack is often a very drastic, sometimes even traumatic, life event for patients, which is frequently associated with fear of death. Not only is the body under enormous stress, a heart attack also means stress for the psyche. “Stressful life events are part of human existence and are compensated for with individual coping strategies or defense mechanisms. However, if the strain is overwhelming or the possible solutions are subjectively exhausted, pathological reactions may occur.”(1) From a psychosomatic perspective, an acute myocardial infarction is a “significant biographical breaking point with far-reaching psychological consequences.”(2) This pilot study investigates whether a psychocardiological intervention integrated into standard therapeutic care in the form of a structured conversation with a biopsychosocial model (in the sense of the WHO understanding of health), adapted to the patient’s level of need, can have a positive effect on quality of life and on psychological comorbidity in the short- and long-term course of recovery. 45 patients with acute myocardial infarction (13 female, 32 male), who were randomly assigned to two intervention groups, were followed for six months after the cardiac event with individualized and collaborative psychocardiological interventions and tested for mental illness. The results of the study show that such individualized care with additional screening for psychological comorbidities in the early phase after a myocardial infarction can significantly help patients to help themselves, provide early indications of the presence of a psychological disorder, and accelerate the initiation of adequate treatment. The integration of a psychocardiological component into the standard therapy of myocardial infarction patients in the early phase after the cardiac event seems to be a valuable contribution to the therapy and should receive encouragement in the future. Furthermore, this pilot study offers new and interesting approaches for future research.
Approaches to Conflict in 5* Hospitality Industry in Greece Through a Positive Psychotherapy Perspective
Authors: Prifti Aikaterini Ourania , Hum Gabriela
Published: January 2023

The purpose of the current study was to understand the nature of the conflict reactions that employees of 5* Greek hotels that belong to the higher management levels tend to present. The research aimed to find out if there is any connection between special primary and secondary capacities described in PPT and conflict reactions in people who have higher management roles.
The Integrative Model of Reflective Team Supervision in Positive Psychotherapy
Authors: Ciesielski Roman
Published: January 2023

This article will present the Integrative Model of Reflective Team Supervision, applicable to the comprehensive trainings in Positive Psychotherapy according to Nossrat Peseschkian. This model has been used successfully for years at the Polish Center for Positive and Transcultural Psychotherapy and has been validated in practice. It draws its inspiration from constructivism, systemic therapy, and Positive Psychotherapy. A significant role in it is played by the metacomments of the Reflective Team, the principles of which were described by Tom Andersen. The general rules for applying the model and the practical aspects of its use in the training process will be discussed. Conclusions from experience in its application are summarized in the end.
Four Aspects of the Quality of Life, the Balance Model and Sexual Disorders
Authors: Cesco Enver
Published: January 2023

Sexual life is an important part of daily life and it influences the quality of life and well-being. There are four aspects of life, the equilibrium of which is required to create and maintain mental, emotional, social and spiritual health. Any difficulties in making and keeping this balance or obstacles to it may cause various diseases, complains, problems or dysfunctions in sexual life. This paper will show the importance of good, regular sexual life and how it will influence the improvement in the quality of life on one hand and will help protect against or reduce the severity of many sexual disorders on the other hand. It will demonstrate how the balance model from the positive psychotherapy approach can work together with techniques of body psychotherapy in the treatment of different sexual disorders.
Understanding Symbols when Working with Anxious Religious Clients in Positive Psychotherapy
Authors: Olenichenko Igor
Published: January 2023

The article illustrates specifics of working with religious clients in the context of Positive and Transcultural Psychotherapy. The article touches upon important aspects of using metaphors which are close to the perception of a person’s spiritual and ideological characteristics. The use of metaphors, parables, and references to scriptures helps to establish a good contact with the patient, assisting the therapist to achieve a greater therapeutic success. A particularly significant effect is achieved in working with religious people with anxiety disorders. As noted below, it is extremely important to take into account clients’ cultural background and choose metaphors and images that are close to his/her worldview. This case clearly illustrates how well-chosen references to religious symbols improved the therapeutic effect of working with a psychologist.
Transforming the informal sector: A review of best practices for the brick sector in the HKH - working paper
Authors: Silpakar Simran , Gurung Kamala
Published: January 2023

This working paper documents some of the best practices in the brick industries of the Hindu Kush Himalaya. The goal is to support the transformation of the sector into a clean and modern industry. Here, we present 25 best practices related to three specific dimensions of the brick industry – social, regulatory, and technological.
Fetal Outcome in Patients with Pre-Eclampsia at Ayub Teaching Hospital Abbottabad
Authors: Rafiq Seema , Khan Atyya Bibi , Bibi Uzma , Bibi Nadia , Parveen Zahida
Published: January 2023

Aim: To determine the frequency of fetal outcome in patients presented with pre-eclampsia. Study design: Descriptive cross-sectional study Place and duration of study: Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Ayub Teaching Hospital Abbottabad from 4th May 2020 to 4th November 2020. Methodology: One hundred and twenty six pre-eclamptic patients aged 18-45 years having gestational age more than 20 weeks were enrolled. Detailed demographics were recorded after taking informed written consent. Fetal outcomes were examined. Data was analysed by SPSS 22.0. Results: Mean age of patients was 27.48±5.618 years with mean gestational age of 35.056±2.9554 ranging from 31.2 to 41.1 weeks. Mean systolic blood pressure was 151.98±8.85 and mean diastolic blood pressure was 96.90±4.64. Mean proteinuria was 170.56±105.92. The frequency of preterm birth was 26 (20.6%), LBW was found in 52.4% patients, IUGR was found in 25.4%, birth asphyxia was found in 19% patients and still birth was found in 16.7%. Conclusion: Pre-eclampsia can lead to major fetal and maternal complications. We found in our study that low birth weight, preterm birth and IUGR were the most common adverse fetal outcomes. Keywords: Fetal outcome, Birth asphyxia, Stillbirth, Preterm birth, Low birth weight, Pre-eclampsia
Impact of Teleworking on Childcare Time During the COVID-19 Pandemic: The Role of Owner-Occupied Housing
Authors: Ishino Takuya , Mizumura Yoichi , Sumita Kazuto , Yoshida Takuya , Yukutake Norifumi
Published: January 2023

Stay-at-home restrictions in several countries to prevent any further transmission of the COVID-19 virus during the pandemic have exogenously encouraged many workers and companies to adopt telework. This study discusses the relationship between teleworking and childcare participation, taking the housing environment into consideration by utilizing data from the Japan Household Panel Survey and its supplementary modules on COVID-19, which were conducted in 2020. After controlling for individual and household attributes, region, and housing characteristics, we find that regular employed male teleworkers living in owner-occupied detached housing increase the ratio of childcare time to work time by 31.6 percentage points than workers living in other housing arrangements during the pandemic. Regular employed female teleworkers increase the same ratio by 125.7 percentage points in September when regular schooling resumed. This suggests that sufficient space and housing ownership may have a substantial effect on time devoted for childcare by teleworkers.
Explicit Teaching of Science Process Skills: Learning Outcomes and Assessments of Pre-service Science Teachers
Authors: Temel Aslan Safiye , Ertaş Kılıç Hülya
Published: January 2023

Science process skills (SPSs) are one of the most important skills possessed by students in conducting scientific activities. Therefore, it is crucial for science teachers to understand and practice these skills. Considering the role of teachers in developing students' SPSs, the focus of this study is on developing pre-service science teachers’ SPSs. This study aims at determining the effects of explicit teaching of SPSs upon pre-service teachers’ SPSs. To accomplish this, action research was employed. The study involved 10 pre-service science teachers who voluntarily participated in the study and were from Science Education Departments at a state university in Türkiye. Data were collected by using two methods: quantitative and qualitative. The quantitative data were obtained by using the Science Process Skills Scale. Meanwhile, the qualitative data were obtained from semi-structured interviews and diaries. The Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test was utilized in the quantitative data, and a content analysis technique was used in the analysis of the qualitative data. The results of the study indicated that explicit teaching of SPSs contributes to the development of pre-service teachers’ SPSs, and that all pre-service teachers prefer explicit teaching in the teaching or development of SPSs.
The 2022 European Semester and the Recovery and Resilience Facility
Authors: Alonso Daniel , Matea María de los Llanos
Published: January 2023

Rationale

As a result of the pandemic and with the aim of adapting to a constantly changing environment, the European Semester has been immersed in an important restructuring process since 2020. The launch of the Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF), a central element of the Next Generation EU (NGEU) temporary instrument, has made it necessary to adapt the European Semester to avoid overlaps and eliminate unnecessary administrative burdens.

Takeaways

For the 2022 cycle, the European Semester preserves its main purpose of broad economic and employment policy coordination, while taking into account the implementation requirements of the RRF.

One of the key developments this year is the reintroduction of country reports and country-specific recommendations. A new recommendation included aims to reduce dependence on fossil fuels, in line with the REPowerEU objectives.

In the case of Spain, the recommendations are to: (i) ensure a prudent fiscal policy, (ii) continue implementing the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan, (iii) increase recycling rates, and iv) reduce dependence on fossil fuels.
An Approach to Evaluation Financial Structure of Ambuja Cement Bases on Profitability Ratio
Authors: Patel Khyati , Parikh Hiral
Published: January 2023

This research is carried out to examine the financial structure in terms of profitability of Ambuja Cement. The firm is analysed for financial year 2013 to 2022 for performance on bases of profitability of the firm. Objective: To evaluate financial performance analysis of Ambuja cement ltd. It assumed that there is no significant difference in profitability ratio of the firm during the period the study. Time Taken for Study: Normally it is not possible for the researcher to study the financial performance of cement company for longer period because there is constrain of the time, money and efforts. So, the present study is done for ten years of period because of convenience for proper data collection and analysis for the period of ten years for the study. The present study is made for a period of ten accounting years from 2012 to 2021. Parameters of the Study: Profitability Ratios Tools Used for Study: Descriptive Statistics and ANOVA Findings of the Study: It is but obvious that the fluctuation in PBDIT margin affects the values of PBIT and PBT margin value.  Both the types of margins are also having same scenarios. The incremented values of PBIT and PBT are to be found in increasing position during last two financial years. The margin values before and after depreciation, interest and tax directly associated to the net profit margin. Thus, the net profit margin of the firm gradually acts like the first three ratios.  The net profit margin of the firm has higher fluctuations. The increasing order of ROCE can be recorded from 2020 onwards. But due to one or other reason the firm has not reached as it has begun with. The return on assets is one of the important ratios for any of the firm. It measures the actual performance of the firm to use assets for capital or profit gain. It has a higher declined in the values of the asset’s turnover of the firm. It clearly shows that the firm is failed to balanced assets turnover.
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THE MILITARY INDUSTRY OF ARMENIA/МИРОВЫЕ ТЕНДЕНЦИИ ОБОРОННЫХ ТЕХНОЛОГИЙ НЕКОТОРЫЕ ИНСТИТУЦИОНАЛЬНЫЕ ПОДХОДЫ К ТЕХНОЛОГИЧЕСКОЙ ТРАНСФОРМАЦИИ
ВОЕННОЙ ПРОМЫШЛЕННОСТИ АРМЕНИИ
Authors: Vardanyan Gagik
Published: January 2023

The article presents transformations of the world military machine under the influence of technological trends, which have led to multifaceted changes on the battlefield. In this context, the problems of the defense industry of the Republic of Armenia are discussed in relation to the directions and the mechanism of transformations in accordance with global trends in the field of military technologies. Taking into account the fact that at present Armenia cannot create an integral sectoral structure of military production, since such a structure can only be developed under such conditions as an appropriate military-economic potential, a high level of development of science and technology, highly qualified scientific personnel and labor resources, it is recommended, given the limitations of the sectoral structure of military production, to carry out the most appropriate and least costly transformations in the military sphere in accordance with world technological trends, the implementation of which will meet the needs of our own defense in terms of advanced weapons, as well as contribute to the development of the civilian sector of the economy, increasing the country's export potential.
In connection with the need to increase the country's readiness for the challenges caused by global technological trends, it is justified to create technology platforms at universities and research institutes and, for this purpose, allocate funds for research and development in the defense budget. For the development of technology platforms, an effective partnership between the academic, corporate and government sectors is considered important.
Face Recognition Based Attendance System Using OpenCV Python
Authors: J Smriti , Joshi Janhavi , M Priyanka , B Usha
Published: January 2023

When it comes to the most productive image processing application, face recognition considered to be the most reliable one
and its role in technical field is incredible. Attendance marking system using face recognition is a procedure of marking attendance of
student via matching face of a student with their stored biometric facial measurements. This system is developed to remove the pen paper
marking attendance to save time, energy and increase accuracy. What method we are using nowadays to mark attendance is tedious and
time-energy consuming. Attendance records can be easily manipulated because of lenient security but this system store attendance record
in excel sheet in database of computer which is more secure than normal method of marking attendance. Teachers won't be carrying
attendance record with them daily; extra burden will be reduced. The system will be tested under various parameter like illumination,
variation of the distance between student and camera, head movement etc. After all this testing, accuracy and productivity of system can
be finalized. The proposed system provides efficient way of marking attendance. This system can be used mark attendance with mask
too. Also, multiple student attendance can be marked, hence reducing time and efforts.
Design and Development of Autonomous Delivery Drone
Authors: J Jenitta , Naik Nitish S , C Harish
Published: January 2023

Drone is an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle which can be controlled manually, or it can fly autonomously. During pandemic the
delivery of products became very tough because contactless delivery is very difficult. In this paper we propose a drone which can fly
autonomously and can deliver the items without making any person-to-person contact. The proposed drone can fly around 100 meters
and carry weight of 500 grams. An Ultrasonic sensor which is interfaced to the drone helps in avoiding the obstacle in range of 50 cm
A Performance Assessment of A Slotted Reconfigured Microstrip Patch Antenna for Multi-Wireless Applications
Authors: S Chetan , D V Yashas Kumar Reddy , D N Chandrappa , S Jagadeesha
Published: January 2023

A Dual Frequency reconfigurable antenna is presented in this paper. Achieving Reconfigurability in the resonant frequency of
microstrip patch antenna by introducing slots and structure alteration has been proposed. The proposed designs of rectangular microstrip
patch antennas are resonating at 5 and 2.1 GHz(reconfigured) respectively. Modeling of reconfigurable antenna to achieve max size
reduction by introducing partial ground concept and patch structure alteration has been used. Modelling of reconfigurable antenna for
multiband operation is the one of the major challenges and the solution for this challenge is by introducing the slots over the patch of the
antenna. To achieve wider bandwidth for wireless applications changing the structure patch and partial ground plane concept is proposed.
Reconfigured antennas are well known for their characteristics like lightweight, low profile, and compact enough to be employed in
smart wearable technology as well as portable electronics (such as, watches, smartphones, iPads, PDAs, and laptops), A Finite Element
Method (FEM) and numerical Finite Integration Technique (FIT) are used in CST Microwave studio to estimate the antenna scattering and
far-field characteristics.
Pollution Detection and Purification using filter
Authors: N Madhushree , Kurbet Tejashwini C , RJ Supriya , J Jenitta , Rani Swetha
Published: January 2023

Pollution is one of the major concerns for h all the countries. Almost all countries in this world are taking various steps to
reduce the same. Air pollution is one of the major types of pollution. Pollution leads to severe health issues. It is very harmful and leads
to death in few cases. Major reason for air pollution is the release of harmful gases from the vehicles and the exhaust from the industries.
In this paper, a method to detect the air and noise pollution and to reduce the level of pollutant in the air is proposed. The designed
device is tested in various places of Bangalore at different timings.
A Comprehensive Survey on ECG Signal Graph Interpretation
Authors: Abraham Neha Sara , Ray Dipika , Reddy Harshitha A , Joyner S Jessy , J Sahana
Published: January 2023

Some people can find it difficult to comprehend the ECG report (graph). It would be less complicated if there was a program that
could interpret the ECG data and provide the patient advice on the best course of action to take right away. The patient's state is often
classified as either "normal" or "abnormal" on an ECG report. However, it is not much simpler to grasp the graph after utilizing this little
analysis. An ECG Graph Analyzer should come to the user's aid if they find themselves in a position where they are unable to visit a qualified
doctor to analyze their findings. In this survey study, we examine numerous cutting-edge techniques applied to solve this problem.
Smart Calendar using Raspberry pi
Authors: HP bhishek , CS Jayashree , Gokul Megna , B Bhavani
Published: January 2023

Time managing is the most essential skill for a student. From our experience, we find difficult to keep track on the homework,
projects, quizzes, exams, ongoing events in the institution, percentage of attendance in each class, current affairs and even simple
reminder. Using a traditional method of writing down on a book or using a specific application doesn’t help much. Even teachers
consume their valuable time in taking attendance manually on a book and also, they consume their time in updating students with the
institution messages. Through the use of new technology, we are trying to develop a dashboard which acts as a calendar that has the
capability to satisfy most of the needs for a student as well as for teachers. We hope that this project will have a higher chance of reaching
most of the institution because of its effectiveness and being reasonably lower cost. The core goal of this project is to implement a screen
for displaying our project inside every classroom to give students and teachers the ability to manage their daily tasks of the institution
and even to get them updated about the upcoming works, ongoing news, sports, weather, attendance and many more. This project can
keep the students to stay focused, entertained and even helps them in managing time.
Smart Irrigation system on Agriculture Fields Using IOT
Authors: D Victor Jeyaseelan
Published: January 2023

Irrigation is the process of supplying water to land and soil, which is also helpful in growing of agricultural crops,
maintenance of landscapes in agricultural field. Modern technology has been improved for inadequate rainfalls and improvement of
irrigation system has also justified minimizing the waste of water in which it also reduces works in agricultural fields. This also makes
people to work conveniently and also reduces work load. As we know China and India have largest irrigation area that is 21.3% and
20.6% respectively. Malaysia is one of agricultural oriented country. Irrigation is taken care of agricultural fields which involve
supplying water to land to assist for production of crops. Soil moisture which is nothing but the content of the soil cannot be
maintained efficiently. So that automation irrigation system would be better solution for this. The soil moisture sensor which measures
the content in the soil and the system will start automatically when the moisture level is low.
Home Automation using Android
Authors: P Akshay , K B Likhith Kumar , S K Pavankumar , S Malini
Published: January 2023

Automation has become the key for smart homes, Implementation of such a system leads to energy conservation and also
provides the user with a comfortable and convenient way to control their home appliances. Automation can also be employed to help
disabled people with their daily tasks. This paper presents such a system which uses sensors to automate our home appliances. A
connection to this system can be established via Bluetooth using applications developed with the Android operating system.
Automation was done to reduce industrial accidents as and when people are get exposed to dangerous situations by the help of
automation, we can have more effective and efficient product development, With the help of the automation, we can reduce manual
labor and reduce the accidents associated with the high voltage devices. This project was developed to create simple but reliable and in
expensive home automation model with the help of mobile phone. As the mobile phone has become irreplaceable, the mobile phone is
used to control the appliances. With the help of mobile phone, home automation is done easily. A complete but a simple automation
model using mobile phone is done in this project.
Heart Rate Monitoring using Arduino
Authors: S Manasa , Y Rakshitha , K Sanikakuttappa
Published: January 2023

Pulse rate sensor is utilised in our project to measure heartbeat with the help of fingers. Patient heart beat needs to be
continuously checked. This project uses sensors to measure heart rate. These sensors are connected to lcd to analyse the conditions of a
patient. This module is an Arduino based which uses microcontroller and sensors to monitor patients heart rate. It supports very low data
rates for sensor and medical healthcare applications.
Sound Guide For Blind People
Authors: V Vignesh , U Shabarinathan , babu Ambily
Published: January 2023

This document contains information about a wearable device that enables blind people to get around safely. Potential
problems with wearable devices include losing the device, misplacing it, or forgetting it when leaving home. An GPS enabled wearable
device can help alleviate some of these problems by notifying the user of the device’s location if it is lost and by sending reminders to
the user if the device is not taken with them when they leave the house. The wearable device can also provide the user with information
about the environment, such as obstacles and steps, through haptic feedback or an audible indicator .
INSEGNAMENTO DEL LESSICO L1 TRAMITE MOODLE
Authors: Tavosanis Mirko
Published: January 2023

Il contributo descrive i presupposti e le caratteristiche di un corso di Comprensione del testo rivolto a studenti universitari L1, sviluppato presso l’Università di Pisa ed erogato via Internet attraverso la piattaforma Moodle. Il corso è rivolto al miglioramento della Comprensione del testo da parte di studenti L1, e quindi in sostanza al rafforzamento della competenza passiva in lettura, ma ha coinvolto anche diversi studenti in arrivo con italiano L2/LS. Nell’articolo si presentano, inoltre, riflessioni relative alle attività di comprensione del lessico e alle parole incluse nel lessico accademico, con riferimento anche alle capacità descritte nel Volume complementare del QCER, mostrando come una differenza vistosa tra L1 e L2/LS riguardi il rapporto tra il lessico relativo al campo specialistico (definito in vari modi nel VC: per esempio «il lessico tecnico e le espressioni idiomatiche proprie del […] campo di specializzazione») e le «espressioni idiomatiche e colloquiali». Nel caso degli apprendenti L2/LS, la padronanza del lessico relativo al campo specialistico viene acquisita prima (B1) di quella relativa alle espressioni idiomatiche e colloquiali (B2); nel caso degli apprendenti L1 il rapporto risulta verosimilmente inverso. Le parole del lessico della conoscenza, più che una difficoltà, sembrano infatti rappresentare un aiuto per studenti stranieri dotati di buone competenze nella propria L1 o in una L2, se almeno una di tali lingue include il tipico lessico accademico delle lingue europee.
 
Teaching L1 lexicon through moodle
The contribution describes the criteria and features of a Text Comprehension course aimed at L1 university students, developed at the University of Pisa and delivered via the Internet through the Moodle platform. The course is aimed at improving text comprehension by L1 students, and thus essentially at strengthening passive reading competence, but it has involved also several incoming students with Italian L2/LS. Moreover, the contribution discusses data on activities related to lexical knowledge and to academic word lists, with reference also to the skills described in the Complementary Volume of the CEFR, showing how a conspicuous difference between L1 and L2/LS concerns the relationship between vocabulary related to the specialised field (defined in various ways in the VC: e.g. “the technical vocabulary and idiomatic expressions peculiar to the [...] field of specialisation”) and “idiomatic and colloquial expressions”. In the case of L2/LS learners, mastery of the vocabulary relating to the specialist field is acquired earlier (B1) than that relating to idiomatic and colloquial expressions (B2); in the case of L1 learners, the order of acquisition is probably reversed. Words included in the lexicon of knowledge, rather than a difficulty, seem in fact a help for foreign learners with good competences in their L1 or in an L2, if at least one of these languages includes the typical academic vocabulary of European languages.
BEYOND MONOLINGUALISM: A VIEW FROM THE PAST
Authors: Nava Andrea
Published: January 2023

The 21st century is often dubbed as the era of multilingualism in applied linguistics and language teaching, in contrast to the previous century, when the monolingual approach prevailed. The importance of this paradigm shift cannot be overestimated as it is also enshrined in the recently compiled Companion to the CEFR. However, the multilingual approach has a long history and arguably underpins several language teaching textbooks that rely on the learners’ L1 as a bridge to the L2 and as such are associated with the often reviled Grammar Translation method. Recent research has shown that the negative portrayals of L1 use and translation as featured in historical language teaching materials are based on second-hand information, and close analyses of these pedagogical materials may provide a different picture. Against this background, this article focuses on a corpus of English language materials published in Italy in the 20th century, an area of investigation that is still under-researched. The analysis shows that the learners’ L1 – Italian – is extensively exploited across the corpus, although the impact of the monolingual paradigm can be detected in the more recent materials. Several instances were found in the corpus where the L1 acts as a cognitive, cultural as well as linguistic mediation tool, in ways that are not far removed from what is envisaged in the CEFR Companion.

 

Oltre il monolinguismo: uno sguardo al passato

Il XXI secolo è spesso definito come l’era del multilinguismo nella linguistica applicata e nell’insegnamento delle lingue, in contrasto con il secolo precedente, in cui prevaleva l’approccio monolingue. L’importanza di questo cambiamento di paradigma non può essere sopravvalutata, in quanto è sancita anche nel Volume Complementare del QCER, recentemente pubblicato. Tuttavia, l’approccio multilingue ha una lunga storia e probabilmente è alla base di molti libri di testo per l’insegnamento delle lingue che si basano sulla L1 dell’apprendente come ponte verso la L2 e che, in quanto tali, sono associati al metodo della traduzione grammaticale, spesso vituperato. Recenti ricerche hanno dimostrato che le rappresentazioni negative dell’uso della L1 e della traduzione presenti nei materiali storici di insegnamento delle lingue si basano su informazioni di seconda mano e che un’analisi attenta di questi materiali pedagogici può fornire un quadro diverso. In questo contesto, il presente articolo si concentra su un corpus di materiali in lingua inglese pubblicati in Italia nel XX secolo, un’area di indagine ancora poco studiata. L’analisi mostra che la L1 degli apprendenti – l’italiano – è ampiamente sfruttata in tutto il corpus, anche se l’impatto del paradigma monolingue può essere rilevato nei materiali più recenti. Nel corpus sono stati individuati diversi casi in cui la L1 agisce come strumento di mediazione cognitiva, culturale e linguistica, in modi che non si discostano molto da quanto previsto dal Companion del QCER.