bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
THE EFFECT OF CO-OP APPROACH IN IMPROVING VISUAL MOTOR INTEGRATION SKILLS IN CHILDREN WITH LEARNING DISABILITY
Authors:   Senior Occupational Therapist. Rise and Shine, CDC, Mumbai, Maharashtra., S. Gupta Sheetal , V. Mehta Pritam ,   Senior Occupational Therapist. Rise and Shine, CDC, Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Published: September 2021

The importance of visual perception, motor coordination and visual motor integration (VMI) skills for school achievements has been shown in various studies. Cognitive orientation to daily occupational performance or CO-OP is an evidence-based approach that has been effective in children with developmental coordination disorder and autism spectrum. The present study evaluated the effect of CO-OP approach in improving VMI skills in children with learning disability. Sample of 58 children were included in the study. National Centre for Learning Disabilities (NCLD) Checklist was used as a screen tool and pre and post intervention Beery VMI and Canadian Occupational Performance Measures (COPM) was used as outcome measures.Occupational therapy program using CO-OP approach, based on each childs individualized goals. children were thought global strategy of GO-PLAN-DO-CHECK the sessions were conducted for 12 weeks one hour a day three times a week. After 12 weeks post assessment was done using t test. There significant difference in pre and post CO-OP intervention. p-value was found to be less than 0.0001 for VMI, COPM performance and satisfaction whereas, there was significant difference in motor coordination and visual perception component of Beery VMI. The result shows that CO-OP approach is effective in improving visual motor integration skills of children with learning disability.
THE FACTORS AFFECTING MILK YIELD IN DIARY FARMING IN GREATER GUWAHATI REGION OF ASSAM
Authors:   Research Scholar, Department of Earth Science, University of Science & Technology, Meghalaya., Sarmah Heman , Borah Jnanashree ,   Professor, Department of Earth Science, University of Science & Technology, Meghalaya., Sarma Tirthankar ,   Research Scholar, Department of Geography, Rajiv Gandhi University, Arunachal Pradesh.
Published: September 2021

The production of milk is conceived of several factors and a very multifarious process. The knowledge of relative importance of the resource inputs influencing in milk production is essential for the dairy farmer for introducing desirable change in his operation at micro level and for the policy maker for formulating plans for improvements in dairy cattle productivity based on sound economic principles at the macro level (Rao, 1985).The income level of the dairy household is determined by the production of milk they produce at their farms. Generally, the income of the dairy household increases when the milk production cost decreases or when the milk production increases .For this it is essential to study the factors which directly or indirectly effect the milk production. Household samples have been selected both from the municipal wards of Guwahati Municipal Corporation area. Out of 672 dairy farming households, 201 household have been selected for the survey. Regression analysis has been used for the study of factors affecting milk production in greater Guwahati region of Assam.
SATISFACTION ON MOTIVATIONS AND ORGANIZATIONAL COMMITMENT IN THE PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES OF TIGRAY REGIONAL STATE, ETHIOPIA
Authors:   Asst. Professor, Management Department, Adigrat University Post Box No 50 Adigrat Ethiopia., Senthilkumar K. , Meresa Meseret ,   Dean, College of Business and Economics, Adigrat University Post Box No 50, Adigrat, Ethiopia.
Published: September 2021

Motivating the employees both intrinsically and extrinsically in order to enhance the commitment of the employees is appreciable and the need of the day. However the satisfaction level of employees especially the teachers towards the motivation and its contribution to build the commitment have not yet been studied in Public Universities in Tigray Regional State In an attempt to bridge the gap, the study attempts to find the satisfaction of the employees towards the intrinsic and extrinsic motivation existing at their universities. The study has also found the commitment level of the employees and its relationship with the motivation. Required primary cross sectional data has been collected from 371 employees of the Public Universities in Tigrai regional state of Ethiopia. Using SPSS software the collected data is analyzed. Descriptive statistical tools such as mean, standard deviation and variance have been applied to describe the level of satisfaction among the employees towards the intrinsic and extrinsic motivation. The correlation statistics has also been applied to find the relationship between motivation and organizational commitment. The study has found an apparent positive correlation between motivation and organizational commitment. The results on the satisfaction level of the employees highlights that the intrinsic motivation is at the upper level. There is a scope to enrich extrinsic motivation. Hence the universities should focus more on the extrinsic motivation to have better committed employees.
DETERMINACIA N DE ALTERACIONES HEMODINAÂMICAS TRANSOPERATORIAS CON MONITOREO POR BIORREACTANCIA EN CIRUGAÂA DE COLUMNA
Authors: Olvera Hernandez Jacqueline , Olvera Gonzalez Natael
Published: September 2021

International Journal of Advanced Research (IJAR)
AGRICULTURAL DATA ANALYSIS
Authors:   Msc Data Science, Department of Data ScienceFebruary 2020Coimbatore Institute of TechnologyCoimbatore., S. Shobana , Sujithra M. ,   Assistant ProfessorDepartment of Data ScienceCoimbatore Institute of TechnologyCoimbatore.
Published: September 2021

In agriculture sector where farmers and agribusinesses have to make innumerable decisions every day and intricate complexities involves the various factors influencing them. An essential issue for agricultural planning intention is the accurate yield estimation for the numerous crops involved in the planning. Data mining techniques are necessary approach for accomplishing practical and effective solutions for this problem. Agriculture has been an obvious target for big data. Environmental conditions, variability in soil, input levels, combinations and commodity prices have made it all the more relevant for farmers to use information and get help to make critical farming decisions. This paper focuses on the analysis of the agriculture data and finding optimal parameters to maximize the crop production using Machine learning techniques like random forest regressor and Linear Regression. Mining the large amount of existing crop, soil and climatic data, and analysing new, non-experimental data optimizes the production and makes agriculture more resilient to climatic change.
THE EFFECTS AND INTERACTIONS OF THE MAIN KNITTED FABRICS PARAMETERS
Authors:   Textile Research Unit of ISET of Ksar-Hellal, B.P 68, Avenue Hadj Ali SOUA, 5070 Ksar Hellal, Tunisia., Souid H. , Sahnoun M. ,   Textile engineering laboratory LGTex of Iset of ksar Hellal, B.P 68, Avenue Hadj Ali SOUA, 5070 Ksar Hellal, Tunisia., Cheikhrouhou M. ,   Higher Institute of fashion, Monastir University - Tunisia.
Published: September 2021

In the work reported here, plain and 1*1 rib flat knitted acrylic fabrics, of three clows were subject to four relaxation treatments, in order to investigate their dimensional stability. The key element studied to understand the dimensional behaviour of knitted fabrics is the geometry of the loop. For the case, we have measured the structural parameters, thickness, weight and course and wale shrinkages.
PULMONARY SARCOIDOSIS PRESENTING WITH CANNONBALL PATTERN MIMICKING LUNG METASTASES
Authors:   Department of Pulmonary Medicine, The University Hospital Center IBN SINA, Rabat, Morocco., Nader Sofia , Herrak Laila ,   Department of Pulmonary Medicine, The University Hospital Center IBN SINA, Rabat, Morocco., Elftouh Mustapha ,   Department of Pulmonary Medicine, The University Hospital Center IBN SINA, Rabat, Morocco., Achachi Leila ,   Department of Pulmonary Medicine, The University Hospital Center IBN SINA, Rabat, Morocco.
Published: September 2021

Sarcoidosis is a multisystem granulomatous disease that might affect many organs, thoracic involvement is common (up to 90% of cases). Radiological findings are typical and well known by all. However, atypical findings exist and could be misleading. A 63 year old male patient was admitted to our department, he has been suffering from exertional dyspnea and dry cough, a CT scan has shown bilateral mediastinal lymphadenopathy and multiple pulmonary nodules defining a cannonball pattern, the most likely diagnosis was lung metastases. The diagnosis of sarcoidosis was finally made on clinical, radiological and histological criteria after having ruled out a malignancy, an impressive improvement was noticed under corticotherapy. The aim of this article is to shed the light on the polymorphism that sarcoidosis could present with, which might sometimes mimic a serious illness such as cancer. This latter should be excluded by performing the appropriate investigations.
UNEARTHING PARENTHOOD IN THE NIGERIAN CULTURE THROUGH THE EXAMPLES OF THE PARENTAL FIGURES IN THE NOVEL THINGS FALL APART BY CHINUA ACHEBE
Authors: Tomer Samaira
Published: September 2021

This essay aims to unearth parenthood in the Nigerian culture through the examples of parental figures in the novel Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe. This paper will be citing various studies about Nigerian family structure, bonds and relationship it will also be analysing various incidents throughout the course of the novel. The paper will also be discussing the short term and long term effects of parenting on a child. The paper will take a deeper look into the familial relationships in the Igbo society and the parenting style that they usually followed. It will outline the failure of parental figures in certain incidents with reference to the attachment theory. The paper will be analysing the relationship between Unoka and Okonkwo and its long term effect on Okonkwo, the relationship between Ikemefuna and Okonkwo and the relationship between Nwoye and Okonkwo. The paper will be discussing major events in these relationships and will compare it with the ideal style of parenting. To conclude, the paper would finally unearth parenthood in the Nigerian culture through the examples of parental figures.
IMPACT OF SHGS ON ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT OF RURAL WOMEN OF JORHT DISTRICT OF ASSAM THROUGH SELF HELP GROUP
Authors:   Ph.D scholar Department of Extension and Communication Management, College of Community Science, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat (Assam) India., Rajasri Sadala , Duttu Das Manju ,   Professor and ex-head of the department of Extension and Communication Management, College of Community Science, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat (Assam) India., Borah Sayanika ,   Assistant professor department of Extension and Communication Management, College of Community Science, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat (Assam) India.
Published: September 2021

The self-help group (SHG) approach is a crucial tool to eliminate poverty and improve the status of women entrepreneurship and financial support for the better means of living. The present study is a descriptive study of the SHGs. A sample of 60 SHGs consisting of 300 members have been taken to study the various aspects of the SHGs. A multistage purposive cum simple random sampling method was adopted. 54.66 per cent of the respondents belonged to middle aged group followed by 50.33 per cent having land in between 1.0 acre-4 acres, educated upto HSLC (40.33%). Small scale business like selling agrobased items was the major occupation (47 per cent) of the members of SHGs. Majority (82.00 %) of the SHGs members belonged to nuclear family followed by semi pucca (41.00 per cent), and small family (79.33 per cent). 64.09 per cent of members belonged to only one social organization, 68.67% respondents were encouraged to take loans from SHGs / Govt. fund and 70.00 per cent members were increased their asset value. The major finding of the study reported that level of income of women has increased very much after joining the group and has positive relation between income and savings of women group members in the study area.
MORPHODYNAMICS OF CHILIKA MOUTH- STUDY ON SHIFTING OF TIDAL INLETS AND ASSESSMENT OF SHORELINE CHANGE ALONG EASTERN COASTAL INDIA, USING GEOSPATIAL TECHNIQUES AND DSAS EXTENSION
Authors:   Research Scholar, Dept. of Civil Engineering, ITER (FET), S O A (Deemed to be University), Bhubaneswar., Panda P.P. , Das M. ,   Professor, HOD, Dept. of Civil Engineering, ITER (FET), S O A (Deemed to be University), Bhubaneswar., Das N.R. ,   Professor, Dept. of Civil Engineering, ITER (FET), S O A (Deemed to be University), Bhubaneswar.
Published: September 2021

This study is focused on the spatio-temporal change in shoreline along Chilika coast and migration of tidal inlet of Chilika lagoon using multi temporal satellite images from the year 1972-2019. This study is carried out over decadal analysis with utilization of EPR and LRR system of DSAS model. For this change analysis studies the Landsat satellite images and IRS-P6 LISS-III images has been used. From the study it reveals that there is one new mouth opening in 2019 after occurrence of cyclone Fani. Based on calculations, the mouth of Chilika mostly has shifted in northward direction. It may due to frequently occurrences of cyclonic storm surges, which usually associated with winds and tidal actions over the coast. This study shows the high erosion trend along 8.3 km in northern part of shoreline. The accretion found along 6.5km in central part of shoreline. The coastal region is now more vulnerable to natural disaster as well as manmade disaster. Most of the areas are prone to floods. This problem may become very serious due to rapid increase in population. Every year the eastern coastal region is destroyed by cyclone and floods.
A STUDY ON FINANCIAL HEALTH OF SELECTED PUBLIC SECTOR MANUFACTURING COMPANIES OF INDIA : WITH REFERENCE TO Z-SCORE ANALYSIS
Authors:   Professsor Department of Accountancy and Law Dayalbagh Educational Institute Deemed University, Dayalbagh,Agra, India., Sharma Nidhi , Peppal Shivani ,   Research Scholar Department of Accountancy and Law Dayalbagh Educational Institute Deemed University, Dayalbagh, Agra, India.
Published: September 2021

Financial distressed from a decade has become a common condition for manufacturing companies of India. Many public sector manufacturing companies have also witnessing poor financial health. This study has examined the financial health of eighteen selected public sector manufacturing companies which are further divided into four sectors as Metal, Sugar, Paper and Textile. The examination of financial health of selected companies has been performed by calculating Altman Z-score model for four year prior to become distressed. And it has been found by the analysis that most of the company was in either distressed zone or in grey zone. The study also finds that Altman Z-Score Model is a perfect tool to examine the health of public sector manufacturing companies.
STORAGE MEDIUM FOR AVULSED TEETH: A LITERATURE REVIEW
Authors: Kaur Navpreet , Srivastava Nikhil , Rana Vivek , Kaushik Noopur , Pruthi Tushar
Published: September 2021

Avulsion injury is one of the most severe types of traumatic dental injuries. Following avulsion, periodontal ligament tissues are injured and the vessels and nerves of the pulp rupture at the apical foramen which causes pulp necrosis. In studies it was reported that the key to retention of the knocked-out teeth was to maintain the viability of the periodontal ligament. Storage media plays an important role in preserving the viability of PDL cells during extra alveolar time. This article highlights the different storage medias available for avulsed teeth, along with their merits and demerits.
EVALUATION OF EGGSHELL DERIVED HYDROXYAPATITE AS A BONE REGENERATIVE MATERIAL IN THE TREATMENT OF INTRABONY OSSEOUS DEFECTS - CLINICAL AND RADIOGRAPHIC ASSESSMENT
Authors: Tiwari Garima , Chandrashekar K.T , Mishra Rohit , S. Jaiswal Chirag , Trivedi Ashima , Maurya Anurag
Published: September 2021

Eggshell contains 98.2%calcium carbonate and can be transformed into hydroxyapatite which is an environment friendly process and can be used as bone regenerative grafts which not only reduces the treatment cost but also high in biosafety.
DEVELOPMENTAL PROGRAMS AND SOCIAL TRANSFORMATION - ASTUDY ON SCHEDULED CASTES IN GUNTUR DISTRICT OF ANDHRA PRADESH
Authors:   Ph.D. Research scholar, Department of Rural Development, Acharya Nagarjuna University, Nagarjuna Nagar, Guntur, Andhrapradesh-522510, India., Ambedkar Bontha , DivyaThejomurthy V. ,   Co-ordinator,Department of Rural Development, Acharya Nagarjuna University, Nagarjuna Nagar, Guntur, Andhrapradesh-522510, India.
Published: September 2021

The Scheduled Castes, according to the 2011 census, are 20.13 crores and constitute 16.6 per cent of the total population of the country and have long suffered from extreme social and economic backwardness. The Scheduled Castes category comprises many castes which share certain common handicaps in relation to the rest of the castes in society. They are quite distinct in caste hierarchy. They are economically dependent, educationally backward, politically suppressed, and socially the worst sufferers. Further they were classed as untouchables. The term scheduled castes refers to a list of castes prepared in 1935 by the British Government in India. But during the ancient period and medieval period they were known as Panchamas (fifth group), Chandalas (heathens or outeastes) and Antyajas (lowest class), and during the British period they came to be called first as Depressed Classes (dalitjatis) or Exterior Castes (avarnas), later as Harijans (children of God), and finally as Scheduled Castes (castes listed in the Government Schedule Article 341).
FOREMANS JOB SATISFACTION WITH THE COMPANY LOADING AND UNLOADING CONTAINERS IN DKI JAKARTA
Authors:   University of Pancasila, Indonesia., Hadi Winoto , a Wibowo ,   University of Pancasila, Indonesia., Rachbini Widarto ,   University of Pancasila, Indonesia.
Published: September 2021

The market share of sea transportation of goods in the world is eighty percent using containers. Indonesia is also one of the countries that use containers as a means of exporting, and importing goods. The high flow of containers must be supported by competitive human resources, and one of them is Foreman. The results of observations, and preliminary studies show that foremen feel dissatisfied at work. This encourages the need for an in-depth study on job satisfaction.This study aims to develop a model of job satisfaction for foremen in container loading and unloading companies through analysis of the influence of work stress, occupational health and safety (OHS), work competence on work motivation, and the impact of foreman job satisfaction on container loading and unloading companies in DKI Jakarta.This study uses a quantitative method with a descriptive approach The total population is 82 foremen. The data was processed using the Partial Least Square-Structural Equation Model (PLS-SEM).The results of the research based on descriptive statistics show thatForemans assessment of job satisfaction is good, and can still be improved. Based on causality, job stress has a positive, and insignificant effect on job satisfaction. Occupational health, and safety (OHS) have a negative, and insignificant effect on job satisfaction. Work competence has a positive and significant effect on job satisfaction. Work motivation has a positive and significant effect on job satisfaction.
FACTORS CAUSING STUDENT LOYALTY TO THE LOW COST CARRIERS AIRLINE INDUSTRY IN JAKARTA
Authors:   University of Pancasila, Indonesia., a Makmuri , Purwoko Bambang ,   University of Pancasila, Indonesia., Sitinjak Tony ,   University of Pancasila, Indonesia., Rachbini Widarto ,   University of Pancasila, Indonesia.
Published: September 2021

The aim of this study is to analyze the effect of the implementation of service marketing strategies on student loyalty of LCC users. The student segment consumer contributes a considerable amount to the number of LCC airline users in Indonesia. This research using verifiative and descriptive methods using data analysis tools is descriptive statistics and Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) analysis supported by Lisrel and SPPSsoftware. Aumlah 240 respondents how to sample selection using judgment sampling techniques. The results of the study based on descriptive analysis are known that the marketing mix of services, consumer satisfaction, consumer loyalty, consumer confidence and consumer value of students of LCC airline users in general is considered inadequate. The results of the study showed that Service Marketing has an effect on Consumer Satisfaction Consumer value affects consumer loyalty Consumer Value affects Consumer Satisfaction Consumer value affects consumer confidence Consumer Satisfaction affects Consumer Loyalty Consumer Satisfaction affects Consumer Confidence Consumer trust affects consumer loyalty. While the hypothesis that is rejected is that the marketing of services has no effect on consumer loyalty.
Some aspects of Financial Statements preparation in pharmaceutical industry
Authors: Домбровская Е.Н. , Фурман А.Ю.
Published: September 2021

В статье приведены выводы по результатам анализа отчетности компаний фармацевтической отрасли, подготовленной по МСФО. Рассмотрены некоторые аспекты подготовки отчетности, которые необходимо принимать во внимание компаниям, осуществляющим деятельность по реализации фармацевтической продукции. Среди таких ключевых особенностей рассмотрен учет торговых скидок, их отражение в отчетности, учет запасов, в частности, формирование резервов по сроку годности, резервов под снижение стоимости товаров. Также предложены некоторые схемы по механизму формирования резервов, а также предоставления торговых скидок.

This article provides conclusions on the analysis of the IFRS reporting of pharmaceutical companies. This article discloses some aspects of the preparation of financial statements. Among these key features are trade discounts and their reflection in the reporting, inventory accounting, accounting for reserves for the shelf life, for the reduction in the cost of goods sold. Some schemes are proposed for the mechanism of forming reserves, providing trade discounts.
Impact of demographic processes on the regional economy
Authors: Абрамян Г.А.
Published: September 2021

В статье проведена работа по описанию теоретико-методологической базы прогнозирования демографических процессов в контексте их влияния на социально-экономическое развитие территории, в частности, на промышленный сектор экономики. В проведенном исследовании были спрогнозированы значения объема отгруженных товаров собственного производства, выполненных работ и услуг собственными силами; среднегодовой численности занятых в экономике и производительности труда в Ростовской области к 2020 г. и 2030 г., а также представлен комплекс правительственных инициатив, направленных на улучшение демографической ситуации мерами социально-экономической политики. Актуальность статьи обусловлена тем, что в современных условиях одним из ключевых индикаторов качества управления регионом со стороны органов исполнительной власти является демографическая ситуация, формирующая человеческий капитал как основу экономического роста региона, и, как, следствие, его конкурентоспособности. Рассматриваемая в данной статье тема будет интересна, в первую очередь, специалистам, занимающимся демографической политики в региональных органах исполнительной власти, а также широкому кругу экономистов, изучающих вопросы социально-экономического развития.

The article describes the theoretical and methodological basis for forecasting demographic processes in the context of their impact on the socio-economic development of the territory, in particular, on the industrial sector of the economy. In the study, the values of the volume of shipped goods of own production, works and services performed on their own were predicted; the average annual number of people employed in the economy and labor productivity in the Rostov region by 2020 and 2030, as well as a set of government initiatives aimed at improving the demographic situation by means of socio-economic policy. The relevance of the article is due to the fact that in modern conditions one of the key indicators of the quality of regional management on the part of the executive authorities is the demographic situation, which forms human capital as the basis of economic the growth of the region, and, as a consequence, its competitiveness. The topic considered in this article will be useful for specialists involved in demographic policy in regional executive bodies, as well as to a wide range of economists studying issues of socio-economic development.
Analysis of time series using Big Data algorithms
Authors: Сотников А.И.
Published: September 2021

То, с какой скоростью человечество накапливает информацию ежедневно, и непредсказуемость завтрашнего дня показывают, что для прогнозирования временных рядов больших данных уже не хватает традиционных технологий и необходимы новые методы обработки. В связи с этим встает вопрос, какие методы возможно использовать в настоящее время для получения достоверного прогнозирования временных рядов больших данных?

The speed at which humanity is accumulating information on a daily basis and the unpredictability of tomorrow show that traditional technologies are no longer enough for forecasting big data time series and new processing methods are needed. In this regard, the question arises, what methods can be used at present to obtain reliable forecasting of time series of big data?
Force kinematic analysis of the process of needle punching of woven preforms
Authors: Чесноков А.В. , Черенков С.П. , Чесноков Д.В.
Published: September 2021

Описан процесс трансверсального армирования плетеных преформ иглопробивкой. Определен процесс взаимодействия иглы с оплеточными жгутами с учетом деформационных процессов изменения амплитуды переплетения и проскальзыванием жгутов плетеной структуры материала при введении иглы. Приведены экспериментальные данные сопротивления проникновению иглы в преформу и подложку.

The process of transverse reinforcement of woven preforms with needle punching is described. The process of interaction of the needle with the braiding cords is determined, taking into account the deformation processes of the change in the weave amplitude and the slippage of the cords of the woven structure of the material when the needle is inserted. Experimental data on resistance to penetration of the needle into the preform and substrate are presented.
Mathematical modeling of the correlation function and the energy spectra of the noise modulation function
Authors: Воловач В.И.
Published: September 2021

Рассмотрены и проанализированы вопросы, связанные с математическим моделированием корреляционных функций и энергетических спектров функции помеховой модуляции. Показано, что при воздействии на сигнал узкополосной мультипликативной помехи в энергетическом спектре функции помеховой модуляции присутствует дискретная составляющая, мощность которой зависит от глубины фазовых искажений. При импульсно-флуктуационной модулирующей помехе с детерминированным тактовым интервалом энергетический спектр функции помеховой модуляции представляет собой сумму непрерывной и дискретной частей.

The issues related to mathematical modeling of correlation functions and energy spectra of the noise modulation function are considered and analyzed. It is shown that when a signal is affected by a narrow-band multiplicative interference, a discrete component is present in the energy spectrum of the interference modulation function, the power of which depends on the depth of the phase distortion. In the case of pulse-fluctuating modulating interference with a deterministic clock interval, the energy spectrum of the interference modulation function is the sum of the continuous and discrete parts.
Optimal control model for the formation of strength indicators of bulk structures
Authors: Спирин Б.Л. , Фролов С.В. , Абразумов В.В.
Published: September 2021

В данной статье рассматривается метод построения модели прочностных свойств композиционного материала. Особое внимание уделено установлению функциональных зависимостей рассматриваемых в статье параметров, оказывающих существенное влияние на получение композита с требуемыми эксплуатационными характеристиками. Показано как влияют различные характеристики композиционного материала на процесс получения изделия с требуемыми прочностными свойствами.

This article discusses a method for constructing a model of the strength properties of a composite material. Particular attention is paid to the establishment of functional dependencies of the parameters considered in the article, which have a significant impact on obtaining a composite with the required performance characteristics. It is shown how different characteristics of a composite material influence the process of obtaining a product with the required strength properties.
Conceptual foundations for ensuring high-efficiency testing of elements of advanced rocket and space technology products based on the intellectualization of technologies, measuring, hardware, software and technical means of ground-based test complexes
Authors: Вокин Г.Г. , Гуменюк А.М.
Published: September 2021

Изложены методические подходы, научно-технические предложения, результаты проработок, нацеленные на повышение показателей эффективности испытаний перспективных изделий ракетно-космической техники (РКТ) на основе использования элементов интеллектуализации информационно-измерительных технологий, аппаратно-технических и обеспечивающих средств наземных испытательных комплексов.

Presents methodological approaches, scientific and technical proposals, and the results of research aimed at improving the performance of tests of advanced rocket and space technology (RKT) products based on the use of elements of intellectualization of information and measurement technologies, hardware, and support facilities of ground-based test complexes.
Assessment of the state of technical objects in the conditions of indistinguishability and the presence of non-deterministic metrological characteristics
Authors: Захаров А.А. , Захаров В.А.
Published: September 2021

В статье рассматривается проблема оценки прочности потенциально опасных систем техногенного характера в условиях недетерминированности метрологических характеристик и неразличимости информативных параметров такого метода диагностирования, как акустическая эмиссия. Приводится пример учета неразличимости и получения достоверных исходных данных для определения технического состояния объектов.

The article deals with the problem of assessing the strength of potentially dangerous man-made systems under conditions of non-deterministic metrological characteristics and indistinguishability of informative parameters of such a diagnostic method as acoustic emission. An example of accounting for indistinguishability and obtaining reliable source data for determining the technical condition of objects is given.
Enhancement of sunlight irradiation for wastewater disinfection by mixing with seawater
Authors: Suzuki Yoshihiro , Uno Mizuho , Nishiyama Masateru , Nukazawa Kei , Masago Yoshifumi
Published: September 2021

There is a need for developing a simple and easy-to-maintain disinfection technique for sewage treatment for use in developing countries and disaster-affected areas. We propose a novel disinfection technology that inactivates bacteria in wastewater via sunlight irradiation under high salt concentration by mixing with seawater. The disinfection efficiency of the proposed method was quantitatively evaluated and examined using fecal indicator bacteria. When the salinity in wastewater was adjusted to 30 practical salinity units by mixing with seawater, the constant of inactivation irradiation energy Ks (m2/MJ) was 1.6–2.2-fold greater than that without seawater for total coliforms and Escherichia coli. By contrast, although enterococci were inactivated by sunlight irradiation, an increase in salinity did not enhance disinfection. On setting the irradiation energy of sunlight to 5.5 MJ/m2, >99% of the fecal indicator bacteria were inactivated. Finally, we examined the relationship between the attenuation of irradiance and water depth and accordingly proposed a design of a treatment system wherein wastewater and seawater were adequately mixed and passed via a disinfection tank under the natural flow with sunlight irradiation.
Parameters for effective sand filtration of Schistosoma mansoni cercariae from water
Authors: Braun Laura , Sylivester Yasinta Daniel , Zerefa Meseret Dessalegne , Maru Muluwork , Allan Fiona , Zewge Feleke , Emery Aidan M. , Kinung'hi Safari , Templeton Michael R.
Published: September 2021

Schistosomiasis is a water-based neglected tropical disease that is prevalent in over 78 countries. It affects communities that are reliant on freshwater bodies contaminated with Schistosome cercariae for their daily water activities. Whilst treatment with the drug praziquantel is relatively effective, it does not prevent reinfection. One option for reducing schistosomiasis infection is providing at-risk communities with treated water, thereby reducing contact with cercaria-infested water for activities such as bathing or doing laundry. This study aims to establish design guidance for sand filtration to remove schistosome cercariae from water. Four sand filters were tested, varying from 300 to 2000 μm in sand grain size. Each filter was tested with a sand depth of 20 cm, which was increased until no cercariae were detected in the effluent. The required filter depth to remove 100% of cercariae ranged between 40 and 70 cm depending on sand grain size. Cercaria removal was more effective in filters with smaller sand grain size and larger filter depth. These results are valid for intermittent flow, for up to six cycle flushes. While more rigorous testing is needed, these initial results suggest that sand filters can be an effective way to treat cercaria-contaminated water in low-income settings.
Evaluating the contingency treatment performance of advanced electro-catalysis oxidation processes for marine bacteria in ballast water
Authors: Xu Yulin , Wang Qiong , Wu Huixian
Published: September 2021

Effects of ballast water treatment by advanced electro-catalysis oxidation processes (AEOP) on abundance, activity, and diversity of marine bacteria were examined in a full-scale ballast water management system (BWMS) at Yangshan Port, Shanghai, China. Water samples were collected immediately after treatment and at discharge to evaluate the contingency treatment performance of the BWMS for bacteria. After treatment, the total viable count reduced to 0.7 × 104 CFU·mL−1, and both Escherichia coli and enterococci decreased to 10 CFU·100 mL−1, which satisfied the D-2 Standard of the International Maritime Organization. AEOP can be as an effective contingency reception facility. Sequencing of 16S rRNA gene amplicons demonstrated the declining trend in bacterial diversity, and while the treatment did not completely eliminate the risk of bacterial dispersal, potentially pathogenic bacteria survived in treated and discharged samples. Bacterial diversity is of greater concern when evaluating effects of ballast water treatment on microorganisms because the bacteria which can develop adaptive mechanisms to environmental change will have a greater potential for invasion in the new environment.
Determination of kinetic coefficients for treating synthetic oily wastewater in suspended growth batch fed reactor
Authors: Sanghamitra P. , Mazumder Debabrata , Mukherjee Somnath
Published: September 2021

Discharge of oily wastewater imparts serious threat to the environment because of high level concentration of chemical oxygen demand (COD), biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) as well as oil and grease and it is difficult to treat such wastewater due to its inherent toxic and inhibitory property. A treatability study of oily wastewater (carrying petroleum) has been performed in the present work using a batch suspended growth reactor. The experiment was conducted using acclimatized suspended biomass in laboratory environment and the kinetic coefficients were determined which are immensely important for the design of such reactor. The oil removal efficiency was observed to be in the range of 62.84–85.45% corresponding to average MLSS concentration range of 1,797–3,668 mg/L. Haldane kinetic model was found to be the best fitted for the biodegradation of oily wastewater with acclimatised microorganisms in the present investigation. The kinetic co-efficients including Ks, Y, kd, k and ki were calculated from the experimental data and the values were compared with published results cited by various scientists. The derived kinetic coefficients values are to be useful for understanding the dynamics of substrate utilisation with production of biomass and efficient design of biological systems and also for pilot plant investigation with real life wastewater of similar nature.
Analysis of Robustness of the Landmark Cardiovascular Outcome Trials
of Antidiabetic Drugs - A Systematic Review
Authors: Bose Debdipta , Konwar Mahanjit
Published: September 2021

Background:

It is essential for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) to report results in a
comprehensive manner. Hence, it is necessary to assess the robustness of the trials with statistically
significant and as well as non-significant results. Robustness can be evaluated using fragility index
(FI), while reverse fragility index (RFI) can be used for trials with statistically significant as well
as non-significant results. The primary aim of this study was to calculate FI and RFI for cardiovascular
outcome trials (CVOT).

Materials & Methods:

PubMed/MEDLINE was searched to identify all RCTs of antidiabetic
drugs where the primary objective was to evaluate the cardiovascular outcomes. We recorded the
trial characteristics of each CVOT trial. The FI, RFI, fragility quotient (FQ), and reverse fragility
quotient (RFQ) were calculated to evaluate the robustness of the trials. Spearman rank correlation
test was used for correlation.

Findings:

A total of 889 studies were identified and 24 RCTs were included. Among the 24 trials,
12 (50%) trials achieved statistical significance. The median FI and RFI were 29 (4-12) and 22.5
(1-37) for trials with statistically significant and non-significant results. The median FQ and RFQ
were 0.0075 (0.002-0.013) and 0.0003 (0.0001-0.004) for trials with statistically significant and
non-significant results. The hazard ratio, p-value, and NNT-B had a strong negative relationship
with FI.

Interpretation:

Our study showed that half of the trials showing the superiority of cardioprotective
benefits have favourable FI. The trials that failed to show superiority also have a reasonable RFI indicating
the robustness of these trials. However, the results of the trials where patients lost to follow-
up exceed the FI of that trial demands caution during interpretation
ENHANCING MILLENNIAL PERFORMANCE THROUGH INDIVIDUAL CHARACTERISTICS AND EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT
Authors:   Master Program in Management Faculty of Economics and Business Universitas Brawijaya, Indonesia, Ilhami Susanti Dwi , Armanu Armanu ,   Faculty of Economics and Business Universitas Brawijaya, Indonesia, Noermijati Noermijati ,   Faculty of Economics and Business Universitas Brawijaya, Indonesia, Korsakul Nattharuja ,   Yuan Ze University, Taiwan
Published: September 2021

This study presents a model linking individual characteristics, employee engagement, and employee performance. The primary objective was to investigate the direct effect of individual characteristics on employee performance and its indirect effect through employee engagement. This study used a non-probability sampling technique with a saturation sampling type. The data were obtained by a questionnaire from a sample of 118 respondents of millennial employees in the media and information technologies sector in Yogyakarta. Data were analyzed by used variance-based SEM (SEM-PLS) and found four significant paths models. The result reveals that individual characteristics have a positive and significant effect on improving employee performance. Moreover, individual characteristics are significantly positive in increasing employee engagement, while employee engagement has a positive and significant effect on employee performance. The mediation test result indicated that employee engagement could partially mediate the relationship of individual characteristics on employee performance. Further research can incorporate variables that influence millennial performance, such as job characteristics, intention to leave, job satisfaction, and other variables to improve strategies in enhancing millennial performance.
THE INFLUENCE OF GREEN MARKETING STRATEGY ON PURCHASING DECISION WITH MEDIATION ROLE OF BRAND IMAGE
Authors:   Faculty of Economics Universitas Islam Sultan Agung, Asyhari Asyhari , Yuwalliatin Sitty ,   Faculty of Economics Universitas Islam Sultan Agung
Published: September 2021

This study aims to determine and analyze the influence of green marketing, corporate social marketing, and green product innovation on purchasing decisions with the brand image as an intervening variable. The population is consumers who purchase go green products in central java. By using the purposive sampling technique, obtained a total sample of 140 respondents. The analysis tool is the analysis path, which was previously tested for validity, reliability, and the classic assumption test. The test results show that green marketing, corporate social marketing, and green product innovation have a positive influence on brand image. Green marketing, corporate social marketing, green product innovation, and brand image positively influence purchasing decisions. Brand image can be an intervening variable between green marketing and purchasing decisions, while brand image can be an intervening variable between corporate social marketing and purchasing decisions. Brand image can be an intervening variable between green product innovation on repurchase. The more the company can innovate on environmentally-friendly products, the more it will improve the positive image to increase consumers’ decisions. Future studies should consider green perceived quality, brand awareness, and brand trust to understand consumer purchasing decisions better.
CONTENT QUALITY, RELIGIOUS CONSCIOUSNESS, AND BRAND AWARENESS: THE EMPIRICAL EVIDENCE ON ISLAMIC SHARIA PRODUCT
Authors:   Department of Management Zakat and Waqf, The Faculty of Sharia, Institut Agama Islam Negeri Surakarta and Islam and Society Research Consulting (ISRC), Indonesia, Raharja Bayu Sindhu
Published: September 2021

Technological development pushes the significant role of content in marketing communication. This research aims to seek the effect of content quality on Islamic sharia products’ brand awareness. It is attractive as consumers of Islamic sharia products have more unique characteristics than consumers as usual. For instance, the consumers of Islamic sharia products restrict themselves from consuming a product that is not proper to their religious consciousness. Therefore, this work attempts to introduce the other antecedent variable of spiritual consciousness beyond content quality to reveal how brand awareness appears in Islamic sharia products. So, by employing the covariance-based structural equation model, this study examines the data from 1,429 members of the Islamic community in Indonesia. The result shows that content quality has no significant effect on brand awareness. Instead, the variable of religious consciousness has a positively considerable impact on predicting the level of brand awareness in Islamic sharia product consumption. Indeed, it is decent with the proposed hypothesis of this research. This result shed light on the kind of practice and theoretical implications, such as the empirical test of reconceptualization of the S-O-R model in consumer behavior, implementation of marketing strategy, and development marketing theory on Islamic sharia products. It also gives insight into the development of consumer behavior theory. Further research should extend and focus on consumer purchasing decisions.
POLITICAL CONNECTION, FAMILY OWNERSHIP, AND EARNINGS MANAGEMENT IN MANUFACTURING COMPANIES IN INDONESIA
Authors:   Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Riau, Indonesia, Savitri Enni
Published: September 2021

Political connections have an essential role in the earnings management strategy. Political connections can influence earnings management practices. The research aimed to analyze the effect of politics and family ownership on earnings management practices. The sample is 92 manufacturing companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange for the period 2016-2019. Methods of data using a purposive sampling method. Multiple linear regression is an analytical tool used to test the hypothesis. The results show that political connections influence profits. The company pays more attention to the company’s reputation and maintains the privileges of the political relationship that has existed between the company and the government. Family ownership affects earnings management. Family ownership has control rights that can be used to influence management in company profits. The novelty of this research is that political connections can influence earnings management.
Термоэлектрическая эффективность и квантовая подвижность дырок в монокристаллах теллурида сурьмы, легированных медью
Authors: Кульбачинский В.А. , Кытин В.Г. , Апрелева А.С. , Константинова Е.А.
Published: September 2021

Сообщаются результаты исследования термоэлектрических свойств в интервале температур 77<T<350 K монокристаллических образцов Sb2-xCuxTe3 (0≤ x≤ 0.10), синтезированных методом Бриджмена. Оказалось, что концентрация дырок и проводимость сильно возрастают, а коэффициент Зеебека незначительно уменьшается при легировании Sb2Te3 медью. Теплопроводность образцов, легированных Cu, была несколько выше, чем у исходного Sb2Te3. В результате термоэлектрическая эффективность ZT возрастает с увеличением содержания Cu при T>300 K. Кроме этого приводятся результаты измерений квантовой подвижности дырок μq из данных по эффекту Шубникова-де Гааза как в монокристаллах Sb2-xCuxTe3 (0≤ x≤ 0.10), так и в монокристаллах Sb2-xSnxTe3 (0≤ x≤0.01); Sb2-xTlxTe3 (0≤ x≤0.05). Измерения ЭПР показывают, что атомы меди в исследованных образцах, скорее всего, находятся в бесспиновом состоянии Cu+1. Ключевые слова: термоэлектрическая эффективность, теллурид сурьмы, электронный парамагнитный резонанс, эффект Шубникова-де Гааза.
Теоретическое исследование фононного спектра и теплопроводности решетки в GeTe
Authors: Пшенай-Северин Д.А. , Шабалдин А.А. , Константинов П.П. , Бурков А.Т.
Published: September 2021

Recently, there has been renewed interest in thermoelectric materials based on germanium telluride, which demonstrate high efficiency in mid-temperature range. This paper discusses the theoretical description of the phonon spectrum and lattice thermal conductivity in GeTe using ab initio methods. Using these methods, the temperature dependence of the lattice thermal conductivity in the rhombohedral phase was calculated and effects of scattering by point defects and nanostructuring were estimated. The modification of the phonon spectrum upon the transition to the high-temperature cubic phase is investigated. The calculated temperature dependences of the lattice thermal conductivity are compared with the available experimental data on GeTe and its solid solutions.