bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Hukum Nafkah Istri Dari Hasil Penjualan Narkoba Perspektif Tokoh Ulama Kota Lhokseumawe
Authors: Farid M. , Sukiati Sukiati , Nurasiah Nurasiah
Published: February 2024

Para ulama sepakat memenuhi kebutuhan nafkah istri merupakan suatu kewajiban dalam Islam, walaupun masih terjadi silang pendapat mengenai standar nafkah yang layak. Kelalaian dalam memberi nafkah menjadi hutang dan Istri dapat mengajukan fasahk nikah ke pengadilan. Namun Islam menganjurkan setiap nafkah yang diberikan itu harus bersumber dari sesuatu yang halal. Lalu bagaimana hukum nafkah yang diberikan dari penjualan barang haram? Dalam penelitian ini ingin mengkaji lebih dalam bagaimana pandangan tokoh ulama Kota Lhokseumawe tentang hukum menafkahi istri dari hasil penjualan barang haram. Dalam kajian ini menggunakan penelitian kepustakaan (library research) dengan pendekatan kualitatif. Sebagai bahan primer dalam penelitian ini adalah hasil penelitian lapangan berupa wawancara dengan sepuluh orang informan yang berlokasi di Kota Lhokseumawe. Hasil penelitian ini menyimpulkan bahwa pandangan tokoh ulama Kota Lhokseumawe tentang hukum menafkahi istri dari hasil penjualan barang haram adalah haram. Namun terkait kewajiban yang dilakukan suami, para tokoh ulama Kota Lhokseumawe berbeda pendapat tentang status nafkah tersebut. Dari sepuluh (10) informan yang diwawancarai, ada lima (5) yang mengatakan gugur kewajiban suami, dan terdapat lima (5) ulama yang mengatakan tidak gugur kewajiban suami dengan berbagai argumen yang mereka kemukakan. Sedangkan dalam hukum Islam hukum nafkah yang diberikan adalah haram karena cara mendapatkannya dari usaha yang haram. Dalam masalah kewajiban suami dapat dikatakan tidak gugur karena nafkah hukumnya wajib maka memakan yang halal juga wajib, dari saling keterikatan antara dua hal yang wajib ini maka member nafkah yang halal dan baik pun hukumnya wajib.
Perempuan Sebagai Pemilih : Isu Utama, Preferensi, dan Dampaknya terhadap Pemilu 2024
Authors: Rusta Andri , Nafisa Adinda Charisma , Mahendra Bagas Islam , Irawati Irawati , Fajri Mhd.
Published: February 2024

This article aims to depict the main issues, political preferences, and the impact of women's participation as voters in the 2024 elections in Indonesia. Through qualitative descriptive research with the methodology of literature review, an analysis is conducted on the conditions of gender equality and sexual violence in Indonesia, considering women's political preferences in legislative and presidential elections, and discussing their impact on the strengthening of democracy in Indonesia. It is found that gender equality and sexual violence issues are the primary focus for women in the 2024 elections. Women's political preferences tend to be influenced by the personality and background of candidates. The participation of women as voters can have a positive impact on creating policies that are responsive to various women's issues. This research also underscores two crucial aspects: the importance of the role of political parties, candidates, and presidential candidates as contestants in elections to present concrete solutions to women's issues packaged in tangible programs or missions. Additionally, this article emphasizes that the success of elections is not only seen in their procedures but also in their substance, which must provide solutions or answers to women's issues in Indonesia.
Capabilities dan Functionings Rohaniwan Hindu (Sulinggih) di Bali
Authors: Ayuningsasi Anak Agung Ketut , Sukadana I Wayan , Sanjiwani Ni Putu Ganish , Rahini Ni Luh Putu Setia
Published: February 2024

This research aims to explore the concept of capabilities and functionings according to Hindu clergy (Sulinggih) in Bali, and then identify and confirm the dimensions. These two terms make an important contribution to Amartya Sen's theory of well-being, and this research develops these two concepts in the clergy. This research was designed using mixed methods (exploratory sequential mixed methods) through qualitative research with in-depth interviews with 10 informants and carrying out FGDs attended by 12 participants to explore the concept of Sulinggih's capabilities and functioning and identify its constituent dimensions. The data was analyzed using the Miles and Huberman model using the NVivo application for the data reduction process. The results of the concept analysis and forming dimensions were then confirmed quantitatively with confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) through data collected from questionnaires to 95 respondents. The findings in this research are that functioning in clergy life also involves various aspects of life (not only spiritual aspects), including material, physical, psychological, and social aspects. Capabilities, according to clergy in Bali, are capabilities for the health of the body, thoughts, feelings, and affiliation. The contribution of this research in developing the concept of well-being of the clergy and the implications of this research in religious life in Bali are also discussed in this paper.
Indonesian Strategic Leadership 5.0 Amidst Thucydides Trap (Dynamic System Approach)
Authors: Gibran Muhamad Noor , Mahroza Jonni , Afrizal Afrizal , Priyanto Priyanto , Patmi Sri , Budiyanti Fatwa , Prakoso Lukman Yudho
Published: February 2024

The Indo-Pacific region is experiencing quite sharp conflicts. The power rivalry between these two countries also dragged Indonesia into Thucydides' trap because they joined an alliance with the aim of regional cooperation. This research aims to analyze the tendencies and projections of various aspects of the US vs China towards Indonesia in determining strategic leadership decisions 5.0. The method used is a dynamic system using 2018 time series data and projections up to 2050. The variables used by the Loewy Institute are Economic Relations, Defense Network, Diplomatic Influence, Cultural Influence, Economic Capability, Military Capability, Resilience, and Future Resources. The research results show that the model and tendencies of the US vs China rivalry are influenced by several factors. From 2018 to 2050, it is known that the US vs China rivalry shows fluctuating conditions. Novelty in this research includes 8 scenarios from (1) economic relations such as enhancing multilateral diplomacy and dialogue, promoting regional economic and security cooperation, (2)Defense Network such as strengthening economic, political, and security relations, (3)Diplomatic Influence such as diplomatic approach and regional cooperation, (4)Cultural Influence utilizing US cultural influence to strengthen diplomacy and international cooperation, (5)Economic Capability such as Indonesia can be an effective mediator between the US and China, (6)Military Capability such as strategic leadership 5.0 relies on diplomacy and coalitions, (7)Resiliance and (8)Future Resources such as effective mediator and promotes bilateral and multilateral cooperation. In conclusion, the US vs China rivalry will experience fluctuating developments.
Mobile Based Student Presence System Using Haar Cascade and Eigenface Facial Recognition Methods
Authors: Achmad Suherman , AZ Nazori , Solichin Achmad
Published: February 2024

Using biometric technology for recording attendance in the school environment is still not widely done by researchers. In this study, a solution was proposed to the problems that occurred in the school environment where parents/guardians could not monitor the presence of their children in school. The solution offered is a student attendance recording system based on facial recognition algorithms (face recognition). The built system can record the presence of students when entering the classroom and when returning home or out of class. Proposed methods for identifying student attendance are the Haar Cascade and Eigenface algorithms. The system can also provide notice of attendance or absence of students in real time to parents/guardians via email that has been registered. Based on the test results, the method can provide accurate and fast facial recognition results. The presence system developed based on mobile can recognize faces up to a distance of 200-300 cm with low and moderate light intensity.
An Interactive Medium to Introduce Sasando Traditional Music Using Multimedia Development Life Cycle Method
Authors: Nadeak Salam Irianto , Ali Yusmar , Suryadi Djaka
Published: February 2024

ActionScript-based programming is one of the software which includes applications that teachers widely use to create interactive learning media in the world of education. ActionScript-based programming technology is a type of graphic animation software that can create a graphic object that can be animated without using other supporting software. At present, there are many educational circles to expedite the process of learning activities, especially for students. Interactive learning media is one means of delivering subject matter that is very important to apply today. In implementing student learning at school, it is necessary to present a practical and theoretical learning system which is the main point in helping to develop student competence. One form of culture in Indonesia is the traditional musical instrument Sasando. Sasando belongs to the chordophone instrument because it is played by picking it. The form of Sasando itself is in the form of a guitar, violin or harp. The central part of the Sasando is in the form of a long bamboo tube. In the middle, rounded from top to bottom, there is a wedge to stretch the strings. Developing interactive learning media requires a software development method; one of the development methods used is the MDLC (Multimedia Development Life Cycle) method. Making the MDLC has five stages: Concept, Design, Material Collecting, Assembly, and Testing.
K-Means Binary Search Centroid with Dynamic Cluster for Java Island Health Clustering
Authors: Saputra Muhammad Andryan Wahyu , Faisal Muhammad , Kusumawati Ririen
Published: February 2024

This study is focused on determining the health status of each district/city in Java using the K-means Binary Search Centroid and Dynamic Kmeans algorithms. The research data uses data on the health profile of Java Island in 2020. Comparative algorithms were tested using the Davies Bound Index and Calinski-Harabasz Index methods on the traditional k-means algorithm and dynamic binary search centroid k-means. Based on the test, 5 clusters were found in the distribution area, including 11 regions with very high health quality cluster 1, 24 regions with high health quality, 28 regions with moderate health quality, and 28 clusters 4 with low health quality, 45 regions, and cluster 5 with poor health quality is 11 regions, with the best validation value of DBI 1.8175 and CHI 67.7868. Overall optimization of the dynamic k-means algorithm based on binary search centroid results in a better average cluster quality and a smaller number of iterations than the traditional k-means algorithm. The test results can be used as one of the best methods in evaluating the level of health in the Java Island area and a reference for decision-making in determining policies for related agencies.
Application of Fuzzy C Means and Topsis in Warehouse Selection at PT. Warung Islami Bogor
Authors: Primasari Dewi , Muchtadiabillah Khidir Zahid , Riana Freza
Published: February 2024

PT Warung Islami Bogor needs a warehouse to store goods that come from suppliers. Currently, the selection of warehouses is still done manually and is subjective. It is feared that this will lead to inaccuracies in renting the warehouse. So an application is needed to assist companies in choosing a warehouse. The fuzzy C-Means method can be used to classify warehouse data based on the characteristics of each group. After obtaining the next group is to make a rating of each group. One method that can be used is the TOPSIS method. The TOPSIS method can be applied to this application to rank the data warehouses that have been grouped. In the selection of this warehouse, there are several criteria. The criteria used are price, building area, distance from the head office (HO), parking area, and number of floors. The calculation process is done by dividing the warehouse data into several groups and ranking them to obtain the best recommendations. This application uses the PHP programming language with the Laravel framework—testing using a black box. Fuzzy C-Means and TOPSIS calculations show that Warehouse CCC is the best warehouse in Cluster 1 with a value of 0.797, and the Warehouse in Front of Gas Station Villa Bogor Indah is the best in Cluster 2 with a value of 0.613.
Comparison of KNN and SVM Algorithms in Facial Image Recognition Using Haar Wavelet Feature Extraction
Authors: Feta Neneng Rachmalia
Published: February 2024

To process all the pixels in the face image, feature extraction can be performed using the Haar Wavelet method so that it processes identifiers with lower dimensions. However, a classification algorithm must separate the distance between classes with minimal data to classify low-dimensional facial images. KNN and SVM algorithms are classifiers that can be used for facial image recognition. When classifying images, SVM creates a hyperplane, divides the input space between classes and classifies based on which side of the hyperplane the unclassified object is placed when it is placed in the input space. KNN uses a voting system to determine which class an unclassified object belongs to, taking into account the nearest neighbor class in the decision space. When classifying, KNN will generally classify accurately, resulting in some minor misclassifications that plagued the final classified image. This study aims to compare the two algorithms on image identifiers with low dimensions resulting from haar wavelet extraction. The research results obtained are facial image classification using the haar wavelet extraction method using the SVM algorithm to obtain an accuracy of 98.8%. Whereas when using the KNN algorithm, the accuracy obtained is 96.6%. The results of this study show that the SVM algorithm produces better accuracy in facial image recognition using haar wavelet feature extraction compared to the KNN algorithm. The SVM algorithm can recognize facial images even though it uses image training data with various face poses and sizes, resulting in higher accuracy.
Latent Dirichlet Allocation for Uncovering Fraud Cases on Twitter
Authors: Muharomah Sallu , Ratnasari Chanifah Indah
Published: February 2024

Fraud is a phenomenon that continues to exist in society with a modus operandi that continues to evolve with the times. The mode of operation of fraud is continually evolving with technological advancements, globalization, and consumer behavior shifts. In today's digital age, social media is important in spreading information regarding fraud. Twitter is a social media platform that is widely used. Twitter provides easy and fast access to relevant information. As a result, to raise fraud awareness, it is critical to study the mode of operation of fraud spread on social media, particularly on Twitter. The Latent Dirichlet Allocation (LDA) approach is used in this work to classify and identify fraud issues often addressed by Indonesian Twitter users. By applying LDA modeling, this study aims to understand more comprehensively the fraudulent topics that often appear on Twitter. The research found that seven fraud topics are most commonly discussed by Twitter users in Indonesia, with the highest cohesion value of 0.491899.
Implementation of Hybrid Method in Tourism Place Recommendation System Based on Image Features
Authors: Arwidarasto Steven Christ Pinantyo , Fitriati Desti
Published: February 2024

In the industrial 4.0 era, there is an explosion of unstructured and structured data that produces broad and varied knowledge information that humans cannot process quickly. This issue makes the existence of recommendation systems meaningful. This system studies the existing information and provides suggestions according to the user's will. In the past, many recommendation systems have focused more on content-based filtering methods where recommendation results are similar based on the features of the Content that match the user's personality. This method limits the variety of information that is relevant to users. In addition, in the context of tourist attractions, many studies have not used image data that can contain many objects in one frame as a determining factor in providing recommendations. Therefore, in this study, the authors propose to add image features as one of the parameters of the recommendation system to determine the impact of using image features on the model performance. The best performance obtained is 0.364 RMSE metric using the Hybrid Image method.
Classification of Blighted Ovum Factors in Pregnant Women Using PSO-Based Naïve Bayes
Authors: Sulistyo Febryo Ponco , Palupi Endang Sri
Published: February 2024

Classification of Blighted Ovum Factors or undeveloped fetuses is carried out considering that many cases occur in pregnant women. Blighted Ovum is 60% of the causes of miscarriage. In Indonesia, it is found in 37% of every 100 pregnancies. Classification uses Naïve Bayes based on Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO), which only requires small training data to determine the parameter estimates needed in the classification process, and the use of Particle Swarm Optimization can increase accuracy and solve optimization problems with the process of selecting variable data and attribute data to create a questionnaire as a data collection method. The results of the classification of blighted Ovum in pregnant women using the Naïve Bayes algorithm with the Rapid Miner framework obtained an accuracy value of 71.56% with an Area Under Curve (AUC) of 0.674 included in the excellent classification category. After using the PSO optimization, the accuracy value rose to 79.82% with an Area Under the Curve of 0.764, including a good classification category. Naïve Bayes is a suitable method for classification, and PSO can improve the accuracy and AUC values .
Contexto internacional de la política y la democracia electoral 2023-2024: algunos elementos para el análisis y la reflexión
Authors: Manuel Carrillo Poblano
Published: February 2024

Existe en la actualidad una debilidad del Estado liberal de derecho que ha traído consecuencias negativas reflejadas en la desigualdad económica, injusta distribución de la riqueza, aumento de la violencia criminal, precarios servicios de salud, política débil o ausente para proteger el medio ambiente, falta de inclusión, carencia en la impartición de justicia, entre otros; y, como consecuencia, la mayoría de los países están experimentando un declive en sus estándares democráticos, sin embargo aún existe la confianza en la democracia y en su expresión electoral.
Democracia y elecciones en América Latina. Luces y sombras
Authors: Daniel Zovatto Garetto
Published: February 2024

Expone los desafíos y oportunidades que enfrenta la democracia en la actualidad, tanto a nivel global como latinoamericano, para lo cual realiza un análisis de las tendencias de la democracia en el actual ciclo electoral latinoamericano y finaliza con la propuesta de una agenda que afronte el declive democrático promoviendo una democracia de nueva generación.
Los desafíos de la democracia y el desarrollo humano
Authors: José Vicente Troya Rodríguez
Published: February 2024

Centra el análisis en los desafíos actuales que enfrenta la democracia como forma de vida; puntualmente analiza la desigualdad, la polarización, la desinformación y el descontento ciudadano. Concluye que, a pesar de las incertidumbres que enfrenta la democracia, la capacidad de resiliencia y el respeto a los derechos humanos pueden fortalecerla.
Strategy of Potential Cevelopment of Cacaban Kidul Village, Purworejo Regency, Central Java Province as a Tourism Village
Authors: Iqlima Ramadhani  , Hendraningrum Rr Adi , Rachim Amanda Rizka , Isfina Rusvitasari  , Nurizki Reza
Published: February 2024

Cacaban Kidul Village has various potentials that can be developed as a tourism village. Among them are natural tourism and community based tourism. However, in developing the potential of Cacaban Kidul Village there are still several internal and external factors faced by Cacaban Kidul Village, which influence the development of the village's tourism potential. This study aims to analyze tourism potential, identify internal and external factors that influence the development of tourism potential, and provide alternative strategies in developing tourism potential in Cacaban Kidul Village. This research is a research that uses qualitative methods with a descriptive approach. The data analysis used is SWOT analysis to determine and provide an overview of strategies that can be carried out for the development of tourism potential in Cacaban Kidul Village, Purworejo Regency, Central Java.
Influence of Electronic Word of Mouth (EWOM) Implementation on Purchasing Decisions at The Jungle Waterpark Bogor
Authors: Mohammad Salma Nabila , Darmawan Haryadi , Trihayuningtyas Endah
Published: February 2024

This study examines the influence of Electronic Word of Mouth (eWOM) on purchase decisions at The Jungle Waterpark Bogor. Stemming from a decline in visits due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this study employs a quantitative method with a survey approach. Data was collected through questionnaires from 150 respondents who are potential visitors or have previously visited the waterpark. The multiple linear regression analysis results with T-test and F-test indicate that eWOM significantly influences purchase decisions (significance value = 0.000). Nevertheless, specific dimensions of eWOM, such as platform assistance, social benefit, and advice-seeking, do not influence purchase decisions. This study provides valuable insights for digital marketing efforts and promotions addressing the pandemic's impact on the tourism industry.
Fatimid Dinar Dated 364 A.H. Discovered in Qurh Site, Al Ula Governorate, Saudi Arabia
Authors: Alabodi Ahmad , Afandy Abdellatif
Published: February 2024

In Excavation Season XIV in 2017 at Qurh by the Department of Archaeology, College of Tourism and Archaeology, King Saud University, Saudi Arabia, a rare gold dinar was found, minted in Egypt in 364 A.H. (975 A.D.) by Al-Mu‘izz li-Din Allah. The dinar was discovered in square C17, area 3, Qurh (Almabiat) site. It was numbered 27 in the archaeological registry. Square C17 is an architectural extension of the excavation squares C18, C19, C20, D17, D18, D19, and D20. The dinar is the first discovered gold coin in the excavation seasons that began in 2005 at the site. The findings of Qurh are varied in terms of material, manufacturing technology, and provenance. Thus, they include local and imported artifacts. Examining the gold dinar showed a thick layer of dust and calcifications on the surface. The present study tackles the scientific method of examining the gold dinar, diagnosis of deterioration products and causes, stages of restoration and conservation, and analysis of the inscriptions on the reverse and obverse after restoration.
قُوى العواصم القديمة وآليَّة صنع نفسها في الفعل السياسيي -مدينة صُحَارُ أنموذجًا-
Authors: Alkhatari Khulood bint Hamdan Said
Published: February 2024

تُعد ظاهرة انتقال العاصمة من مكان لآخر حاضرة في التجربة التاريخية، سواء في عُمان على وجه الخصوص، أم في المشرق الإسلامي بشكل عام. ورغم أن انتقال العواصم يحدث لأسباب سياسية؛ إلا أنه في بعض الأحيان لا يمكن للدول أن تُزيل مظاهر قوى العواصم القديمة، فتظل حاضرة في الفعل السياسي والإداري للدولة الجديدة. ومن ثَمَّ؛ تأتي أهمية هذه الدراسة؛ لتركز على جوانب التغيرات الحاصلة لفقدان مدينة صحار صفة العاصمة عقب سقوط الإمامة الأولى في عُمان سنة 134هـ/751م، إذ إن الأصل في هذا السياق أن يكون الحديث عن تغيرات جذرية أدَّت إلى الانتقال، وهي معارف سبق التطرق إليها في دراسات ومواضع عدة؛ لكن الأمر الجوهري يكمن في انعكاس هذا الانتقال على مدينة صحار التي فرضت وجودها حتى بعد انتقال العاصمة منها، ومظاهر اهتمام أئمة عُمان بهذه المدينة بعد انتفاء صفة العاصمة عنها خلال الفترة (177-280هـ/794-893)، وأهم مواطن قوة هذه المدينة التي جعلتها تحافظ على حضورها السياسي الفاعل في المنظومة الجديدة، وهو ما تسعى إليه هذه الدراسة؛ من خلال استقراء المصادر  التاريخية المحلية والعامة، بُغية الوقوف - بآلية نقدية تحليلية - على الأدوات التي مَكَّنتْ مدينة صحار من استمرار تأثيرها؛ رغم انتقال العاصمة منها إلى نزوى (عناصر القوة)، ومظاهر اهتمام العاصمة الجديدة (الإمامة) بمدينة صحار؛ دلالة على قوتها، واستمرار تأثيرها. وقد توصلت الدراسة إلى مجموعة من النتائج، أبرزها: بقاء مدينة صحار كأحد أهم مدن الإمامة الإباضية الثانية وأكثرها حراكًا وفاعلية حتى بعد انتفاء صفة العاصمة عنها؛ لما تميزت به من عناصر القوة والنفوذ التي مكنتها من الاحتفاظ بحضورها محليًا وإقليميًا، إضافة إلى سعي معظم الأئمة في عُمان على تمكين المدينة عبر مجموعة من الإجراءات والتدابير التي شملت مختلف الجوانب، بدءًا بالجانب الإداري، والاقتصادي، والعسكري، والثقافي، والعمراني؛ لتظل صحار واجهة الإمامة الإباضية الثانية حضاريًا.
Deposition of SiNx Films with Controlled Residual Stress from SiH4-NH3-He Gaseous Mixture in Inductively Coupled Plasma
Authors: Koval’chuk N. S. , Demidovich S. A. , Vlasukova L. A. , Parkhomenko I. N.
Published: February 2024

We have studied residual mechanical stresses of SiNx films deposited on silicon substrates from a SiH4-NH3-He gaseous mixture in an inductively coupled plasma reactor at a deposition temperature of 150 °C. By varying the flow rate ratio of the reacting gases, the power of the plasma source and the pressure in the reaction chamber, it is possible to obtain SiNx films with tensile or compressive residual stresses. The stress drift was estimated within four weeks after film deposition. It has been shown that for nitride films with residual stresses initially close to zero, an increase in the level of compressive stresses to (–300) MPa is observed during storage.
Determination of the Direction to the Source of Radio Emission in a Radio Direction Finder with a Five-Element Ring Antenna Array and Total Difference Processing
Authors: Builou Y. N. , Solonar А. S. , Boykachev Р. V. , Dubovik I. A. , Kozhabaeva I. B.
Published: February 2024

One of the methods for measuring the direction of arrival of an electromagnetic wave from a radio source by an automatic direction finder with a small antenna base and a limited number of channels of the radio receiving path is proposed. The problems that arise during the implementation of this method are listed, and suggestions for their solution are presented. A block diagram has been obtained and a layout of a radio direction finder has been created, in which the processing device is implemented using a two-channel LimeSDR transceiver. The results of the radio direction finder test for detecting and evaluating the direction of an unmanned aerial vehicle are presented.
Mathematical Model of Movement of a Mobile Robot with Omnidirectional Wheels
Authors: Radkevich А. А. , Xinxin Wu , Velchenko А. А. , Pauliukavets S. A.
Published: February 2024

The article discusses the issue of controlling a four-wheeled mobile robot with omnidirectional wheelsof the mecanum type. An analysis of the rotational motion of the omnidirectional mecanum wheel was carriedout, based on its kinematics. For a specific robot with certain overall parameters, a graph of changes in the radiusof the mecanum wheel depending on the angle of its rotation was constructed. Kinematic and dynamic modelsof a mobile four-wheeled robot have been compiled, taking into account its geometric characteristics. The presented expressions are a mathematical description of the behavior of a mobile robot in statics and dynamics. Basedon the obtained models, the principles of operation of the motion control system for a four-wheeled mobile roboton omnidirectional wheels of the mecanum type are formed.
Re-collecting Sherds: Rescue Activities of Archaeological Materials from Tell Afis, Syria
Authors: Felli Candida
Published: February 2024

In September 2021 a small group of archaeologists, members of the University of Florence excavations at Tell Afis, made return to Syria and took part into an expedition concerning not the site itself, out of reach due to the political crisis in the country since 2011, but materials from the site kept in the expedition house written at Saraqib. This article is an account of that return and of the following ones in 2022 written with the aim to keep attention on Syria, its important past and its critical present.
LEAN ENERGY EFFICIENCY: SCENARIO ANALYSIS OF A REFRIGERATOR PLANT APPLICATION
Authors: ALBAYRAK Kazım , DUZDAR ARGUN İrem , KAYAKUTLU Gülgün , KAYALICA Özgür
Published: February 2024

Energy concern is increasing in the manufacturing companies implementing the most recent technologies. Energy is a major input for many industries and therefore, within the definition of Industry 4.0 new energy efficiency strategies are defined. Energy flexible processes and waste-to-energy are well-known strategies since they are easily implemented in any manufacturing site. Reduction in energy consumption is also facilitated by the preventive maintenance and renewal of the technologies using energy resources. This study aims to apply a lean production method Value Stream Maps (VSM) on energy consumption levels of the processes to evaluate the decision of technology and/or process change. Processes which use energy excessively when compared with the industry average, will be considered as a bottleneck. Using the value stream maps for energy use is accepted as “Lean Energy Efficiency”. Parameters determined by the preparation of these maps will be enriched by interdependencies determined using the Bayesian Belief Network, which will support finding the priorities among the new efficiency activities. This technique will facilitate the decision of repair or buy through priority scenarios showing the possibility of a decision in each scenario. The combination of the Lean Energy Efficiency Method and the Bayesian Belief Network Method will assist the decision-makers in developing more informed and knowledge-based strategies. The case study is realized in a refrigerator factory handling the energy consumption of different departments. Consequently, these findings could be used as a roadmap for the technology renewal investment decisions made by the firm.
A COMMERCIAL TURBOFAN ENGINE MODELING AND EXERGY ANALYSIS
Authors: KALKAN Orhan
Published: February 2024

Turbofan engines are one of the most common types of engines used in modern commercial and military aircraft due to their efficiency and performance characteristics. In this study, a thermodynamic model is generated using GasTurb 14 software for a commercial two-spool, unmixed flow, and booster turbofan engine (CFM56-5A3) used in Boeing A320-212. Besides, an exergy analysis of the modeled turbofan engine is performed. Exergy performance criteria such as exergy efficiency, exergy development potential, exergy destruction ratio, productivity lack ratio, and fuel depletion ratio are evaluated for the engine components. In addition, how bypass ratio (BPR) affects net thrust and specific fuel consumption (SFC) for the modeled turbofan engine is investigated. As a result, the net thrust and SFC values of the modeled engine and the actual engine are overlapped with 14.0% and 7.2% deviation, respectively. The maximum exergy efficiency occurs at the high-pressure turbine as 0.992. When the bypass ratio is minimum, the maximum net thrust and SFC occur as 62.24 kN and 24.08 g kN-1 s-1, respectively. High pressure turbine has the minimum exergy development potential of 1528.5 kW.
ESTIMATING THE HARDNESS AND ABRASION PROPERTIES OF IGNEOUS ROCKS FROM CERCHAR INDENTATION DEPTH (CID
Authors: TEYMEN Ahmet
Published: February 2024

The most known and applied method for determining the abrasivity of rocks is the Cerchar Abrasivity Index (CAI). Properties of rocks such as abrasive mineral content, density, strength, and degree of cementation are the main factors affecting abrasivity, and these parameters likewise control their hardness properties. In this study, the average scratch depth formed on the rock surface after the CAI test was determined and it was investigated whether this calculated new parameter had the properties to represent the rock. Measurements were taken from four points along the scratch line formed on the surface with the help of a comparator and the average value was defined as the Cerchar Indentation Depth (CID). Measurements have shown that igneous rocks have CID values in the range of 0.01 mm-0.68 mm. Apart from the CID parameter, nine different properties (hardness, abrasivity, and physical) of fifty igneous rocks were tested. Statistically significant results were obtained by establishing relationships between CID and other rock mechanics tests. In CAI tests, it has been shown that CID measurements can be determined very sensitively if well-leveled core samples with parallel lower and upper surfaces are used. It has been determined that the CID value is directly related to the investigated rock properties and can be used as very useful experimental data in estimation studies.
Monarchy and Politics of Detention in Taher Ben Jalloun's “This Blinding Absence of Light”
Authors: Umar Abdullahi Dahiru , Lawan Nuhu
Published: February 2024

Tahar Ben Jelloun's novels are distinguished by their integration of problematic social phenomena into a purely literary form. While this isn't unique to Ben Jelloun's writing style, the author's way of crafting thought-provoking and often revolutionary experimental stories from the material of traditional Moroccan life is, at least in a way extraordinary: his characters experience social difficulties and embarrassments in their lives through the metaphor of a fictional existence of their self-perception. Thus, for example, their search for identity in their social context manifests in their search for self-perception as fictional characters and power struggles in relationships. Their relationship takes the form of a battle for control of the story. Political prisoners associate writing with their quest for freedom. This article therefore focuses on the torture, body and voice representations of Taher Ben Jelloun's This Blinding Absence of Light (2002). Sigmund Freud's psychoanalytic theory will be used to approach the psychological disintegration of characters in the text following such a Dark Decade experience and will borrow eclectic concepts from interdisciplinary studies; Erving's concept of Goffman's "holistic institution", Elaine Scarry's comprehensive and detailed theoretical definition and analysis of torture, and Judith Herman's study of trauma.
How Are Short-Chain Fatty Acids Associated with Deranged Lipid Profiles in Cad Patients?
Authors: Batta Anil
Published: February 2024

Background: The phenomenon of Coronary Slow Flow (CSF) is an angiographic clinical verity, which is characterized by late opacification of the distal segments of the coronary artery without having significant stenosis. However, a definite and reliable mechanism of CSF is still not known. Short-chain fatty acids (SCFA) such as acetate, butyrate, and propionate are produced as a result of the fermentation of indigestible dietary fibres in the gut by the microbiota. Many studies have investigated the role of SCFA as a related signalling pathway in inflammation, glucose metabolism, and lipid metabolism. In this study, we investigated the correlation between Short Chain Fatty Acids and Lipid Profile serum in Patients with Slow Flow Coroner. Materials and Methods: 50 patients who were referred to the Department of Internal Medicine, Muzaffarnagar Medical College, Muzaffarnagar, were selected based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. Data was obtained through laboratory examination and stool samples. Stool samples were analyzed for SCFA (acetate, propionate, and butyrate acids) with gas chromatography. Results: The results of the present study indicate that SCFA, acetate, propionate, and valerate did not show a significant correlation with lipid profile (P>0.05). The level of fecal butyrate was negatively correlated with HDL (p=<0.05; r = -0.532). Conclusions: Our study indicated that the level of butyrate was a moderate negative correlated with HDL inpatient with slow flow coroner.
Relative incidence of interstitial lung diseases in Brazil
Authors: Lobo Krupok Matias1 Simone , Alberto de Castro Pereira1 Carlos , Raquel Soares1 Maria , Castro Velasco Fernandes2 Flávia , Auxiliadora Carmo Moreira2 Maria , Maciel de Aguiar Baptista3 Fernanda , Aline Prata4 Tarciane , Cordeiro Junior4 Gediel , Viana Mancuzo5 Eliane
Published: February 2024

Objective: To assess the relative frequency of incident cases of interstitial lung diseases (ILDs) in Brazil. Methods: This was a retrospective survey of new cases of ILD in six referral centers between January of 2013 and January of 2020. The diagnosis of ILD followed the criteria suggested by international bodies or was made through multidisciplinary discussion (MDD). The condition was characterized as unclassifiable ILD when there was no specific final diagnosis following MDD or when there was disagreement between clinical, radiological, or histological data. Results: The sample comprised 1,406 patients (mean age = 61 ± 14 years), and 764 (54%) were female. Of the 747 cases exposed to hypersensitivity pneumonitis (HP)-related antigens, 327 (44%) had a final diagnosis of HP. A family history of ILD was reported in 8% of cases. HRCT findings were indicative of fibrosis in 74% of cases, including honeycombing, in 21%. Relevant autoantibodies were detected in 33% of cases. Transbronchial biopsy was performed in 23% of patients, and surgical lung biopsy, in 17%. The final diagnoses were: connective tissue disease-associated ILD (in 27%), HP (in 23%), idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (in 14%), unclassifiable ILD (in 10%), and sarcoidosis (in 6%). Diagnoses varied significantly among centers (?2 = 312.4; p < 0.001). Conclusions: Our findings show that connective tissue disease-associated ILD is the most common ILD in Brazil, followed by HP. These results highlight the need for close collaboration between pulmonologists and rheumatologists, the importance of detailed questioning of patients in regard with potential exposure to antigens, and the need for public health campaigns to stress the importance of avoiding such exposure.
Analisis Sentimen Terhadap Tweet Mengenai Peristiwa Russia Melawan Ukraina Berbasis Machine Learning
Authors: Mubarok Muhammad Husni , Wibowo Jati Sasongko
Published: February 2024

Perang yang terjadi di Eropa antara Rusia - Ukraina berdampak langsung maupun tidak langsung diseluruh belahan dunia, termasuk Indonesia. Masyarakat banyak yang memberikan pendapat atas peristiwa tersebut, baik itu berupa pujian atau keluh kesah yang dipublikasikan pada media sosial, salah satunya adalah Twitter. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengolah atau mengekstrak tanggapan masyarakat di media Twitter agar menjadi sebuah informasi dengan menggunakan analisis sentiment. Analisis sentiment dengan algoritma klasifikasi Support Vector Machine (SVM), Multinomial Naive Bayes (MNB), dan K-Nearest Neigbhor (KKN). Berdasarkan analisis sentimen memberikan gambaran bahwa tanggapan masyarakat Indonesia pengguna twitter pada tanggal 24 Februari 2022 tentang peristiwa perang Rusia - Ukraina didominasi dengan tweet bersentimen negatif (50,1%), kemudian netral (30,5%), dan positif (19,3%). Hasil performa tertinggi model machine learning didapat pada model beralgoritma SVM dengan akurasi 90%, diikuti oleh MNB (71%), dan KKN (48%). Masyarkat Indonesia banyak yang mengaitkan peristiwa perang Rusia vs Ukraina dengan peristiwa perang dunia.
Características estruturais da Aveia Preta e Azevém adubadas com diferentes composições de adubos químicos
Authors: Campos Andressa Fernanda , Rinaldi Bruno José Dani , Gonçalves Anderson Correa
Published: February 2024

Um dos principais fatores que proporcionam a degradação das pastagens é a baixa fertilidade do solo, sendo que as deficiências de macronutrientes, como nitrogênio, fósforo e potássio, são os principais fatores limitantes da produtividade. Com isso, o trabalho teve como objetivo avaliar as características estruturais de duas forrageiras presentes na região sul, aveia preta e azevém, adubados com diferentes adubos químicos. O experimento foi conduzido em casa de vegetação, em um delineamento inteiramente casualizado, com 4 tratamentos, sendo eles o TC = controle (sem adubação), o TN = tratamento com adubação apenas com nitrogênio, TNP = tratamento com adubação com nitrogênio e fósforo e TNPK = tratamento com adubação com nitrogênio, fósforo e potássio, com seis repetições por tratamento e forrageira. Na avaliação da aveia preta, observou-se aumento de altura (cm) e densidade de perfilhos (perfilhos/m²) para TNP e TNPK, com diferenças em relação à TC e TN. Já para a produção de folhas e colmos, em kg MS/ha) também se observou que a adubação nitrogenada não foi suficiente para aumentar a produção, porém apenas com a inclusão do P já foi possível observar um aumento na produção de ambos os componentes, não diferentes do TNPK. Apesar disso, a porcentagem dos compostos folha e colmo na planta não se alteraram com os tratamentos (P>0,05), com médias de 41,2% e 58,8%, respectivamente, diferindo apenas nos dias de corte. A relação folha e colmo foi maior para TNP e TNPK, demonstrando que apenas a adubação com N não foi capaz de aumentar a quantidade de folhas na aveia preta, pois essa não diferiu do TC. Os dias de corte também alteraram essa relação, diminuindo no corte de 90 dias. A produção de massa verde total, em kg/ha, foi maior para TNPK (P<0,001). Já para o azevém, foi possível observar que o TNPK foi responsável por aumentar a altura da planta (cm), densidade de perfilho (perfilhos/m²), produção de folha e colmo (kg MS/ha) e a produção total de massa verde (kg/ha) em relação aos demais tratamentos. A porcentagem de folhas (P=0,016) aumentou com a inclusão de mais elementos na adubação e a de colmos (P=0,015), diminuiu. Além disso, foi possível observar diferença entre os dias de corte, sendo que, em cortes com 90 dias após plantio, se observou uma diminuição na porcentagem de folhas em relação aos colmos (P<0,001). A relação folha-colmo aumentou em TNP e TNPK (P=0,025), porém diminuiu com o aumento dos dias de corte (P<0,001). A produção de massa verde foi maior no TNPK (P<0,001), que diferiu de todos os outros tratamentos. Foi possível observar aumento de 235% em relação ao TC. Com isso, é possível concluir que a adubação com NPK aumenta consideravelmente a produção, tanto da aveia preta, quanto do azevém, além da constatação de que o aumento do número de cortes ou pastejos influencia na qualidade final da forrageira com maior produção de colmo, o que interferirá na dieta dos animais.
Assessing risks and adverse effects of naphazoline hydrochloride: a literature review (2013-2023)
Authors: Silva Letícia Apolinário Carlos da , Nascimento Mirella Camargo do , Oliveira Thais Ranielle Souza de
Published: February 2024

This study examines the risks and harms associated with the use of naphazoline hydrochloride (NHC). The methodology involved a narrative literature review from 2013 to 2023 in Portuguese, English, and Spanish, which identified eleven relevant articles from Scielo, Medline Complete, PubMed, and Google Scholar. The guiding question was: What are the risks and potential adverse effects associated with the use of NHC? Results and Discussion:  Pharmacists play a crucial role in educating against misuse and promoting responsible medication use. However, challenges arise due to the prevalence of self-medication and limited pharmacist involvement in prescribing. The Role of Pharmacists: Harms of Misuse: Key concerns identified include systemic effects, drug-induced rhinitis, and dependence. Overuse of NHC during pregnancy and in children can lead to serious consequences such as hypothermia, bradycardia, and nervous system depression. The abuse hazards of NHC include rebound effects, drug-induced rhinitis, and long-term health risks such as hypertension and heart problems. Conclusion: The study emphasizes the pressing need for enhanced pharmacist training to equip them to effectively counsel and prevent misuse. Additionally, increased public awareness campaigns should be implemented to promote responsible non-prescription healthcare (NHC) use. Stricter dispensing measures, such as regulations to restrict over-the-counter access, should also be put in place. It is essential to promote responsible NHC use. Pharmacists play a critical role in mitigating the risks associated with this widely used medication as public health educators and patient guides.
Como Diagnosticar e Classificar a Fibrose Endomiocárdica em Cenários Sem Muitos Recursos?
Authors: Mocumbi Ana
Published: February 2024

A fibrose endomiocárdica (FEM) é uma doença de etiologia e patogênese pouco claras, caracterizada por fibrose nas cavidades ventriculares, que afeta principalmente crianças e adolescentes de regiões tropicais da África, América do Sul e Ásia. É classificada como uma cardiomiopatia restritiva, com fisiopatologia de restrição ao enchimento diastólico associada a anormalidades valvares, ambas causadas por fibrose endocárdica. As características ecocardiográficas típicas dessa condição são espessamento endocárdico, regurgitação grave da válvula atrioventricular (AV), átrios aneurismáticos e distorção cardíaca.

Em áreas endêmicas da África, na ausência de técnicas avançadas de imagem, o diagnóstico e o tratamento da FEM dependem da ecocardiografia transtorácica para uma avaliação cuidadosa das anormalidades estruturais e hemodinâmicas, com o objetivo de planejar o tratamento médico ou cirúrgico. Esta revisão destaca os principais aspectos ecocardiográficos do diagnóstico e da classificação da FEM que são usados em ambientes com poucos recursos na África. Essa padronização é uma abordagem para triagem de populações com ocorrência conhecida da doença e para informar o tratamento médico e cirúrgico.
A questão da imagem e o conhecimento histórico
Authors: Pomari Elisa
Published: February 2024

O artigo apresentado é um esforço de síntese, ainda que parcial, de discussões acerca de teorias da imagem e da arte inseridas no contexto da virada visual, com especial atenção para as consequências dessas reflexões e abordagens para a prática de pesquisa em História. A partir de pesquisa bibliográfica e em diálogo com outros artigos que se esforçam no mesmo sentido, buscou-se identificar os princípios gerais, temáticas recorrentes e os pontos de contato entre autores que se dedicaram a refletir sobre as especificidades das imagens, seja nas sociedades nas quais foram produzidas e nas quais circularam. Além disso, foram incorporados autores de áreas próximas, e, que apesar de terem proposições convergentes, permanecem separados por divisões disciplinares. O texto também procurou apontar os movimentos internos dentro das práticas disciplinares da História a fim de compreender quais seriam os limites e similaridades com a virada visual.