bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
ACCURACY ASSESSMENT OF 3D MODELS GENERATED FROM GOOGLE STREET VIEW IMAGERY
Authors: Bruno N. , Roncella R.
Published: January 2019

Abstract. Google Street View is a technology implemented in several Google services/applications (e.g. Google Maps, Google Earth) which provides the user, interested in viewing a particular location on the map, with panoramic images (represented in equi-rectangular projection) at street level. Generally, consecutive panoramas are acquired with an average distance of 5–10 m and can be compared to a traditional photogrammetric strip and, thus, processed to reconstruct portion of city at nearly zero cost. Most of the photogrammetric software packages available today implement spherical camera models and can directly process images in equi-rectangular projection. Although many authors provided in the past relevant works that involved the use of Google Street View imagery, mainly for 3D city model reconstruction, very few references can be found about the actual accuracy that can be obtained with such data. The goal of the present work is to present preliminary tests (at time of writing just three case studies has been analysed) about the accuracy and reliability of the 3D models obtained from Google Street View panoramas.
THE INTEGRATED 3D SURVEY FOR UNDERGROUND ARCHAEOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT
Authors: Ebolese D. , Lo Brutto M. , Dardanelli G.
Published: January 2019

Abstract. The task of documentation and conservation of Cultural Heritage defines the challenges that geomatics techniques have to overtake in order to provide different solutions that combine the automation of processes with accurate results. The employment of integrated technologies allows improving the documentation of Cultural Heritage from a quantitative and qualitative point of view. The use of range and image-based techniques ensures the possibility to completely record articulated structures such as building with underground environments. The latter present often problematic survey conditions that imposed well planned and appropriate solutions. In this context, the paper presents the results of a 3D survey of the underground “Sybil hypogeum” and the related overhead church located in the Archaeological Park of Lilibeo (Marsala, Southern Italy). An integrated survey was planned in order to combine laser scanning technology with terrestrial-based and Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)-based photogrammetry to acquire the three-dimensional data of the whole complex (underground environments and overhead church). The aims of the work are related to test a topographic approach by a traverse method for scans registration and to archive a complete and detailed 3D model of the whole area. This model could be used to prevent the risk of information’s loss and to improve the knowledge of the site.
THE SURVEY OF THE SAN FRANCESCO BRIDGE BY SANTIAGO CALATRAVA IN COSENZA, ITALY
Authors: Artese S.
Published: January 2019

Abstract. The paper deals with two kinds of surveying carried out by using the Terrestrial Laser Scanner (TLS). The object of the surveys is the new San Francesco Bridge of Santiago Calatrava in Cosenza, Italy. The classic technique has been used to obtain the 3D model of the bridge and of the surrounding environment. A second measurement has been carried out in line scanner mode, during a load test, in order to obtain the deformation of the bridge pylon during the loading phase. This methodology allows obtaining the instantaneous elastic line of the surveyed structure.
REPRESENTATION OF SYNTHETIC SHADOWS ON 3D DIGITAL MODELS FOR THE VOLUMETRIC INTERPRETATION ON CONCAVE-CONVEX ARCHAEOLOGICAL ARTIFACTS
Authors: Garcia-Fernandez J. , Medeiros L. , Pernão J.
Published: January 2019

Abstract. The representation of archaeological artefacts aims for the graphic description of relevant information from the object, to allow for the proper interpretation of evidences from the past. Concavities and convexities are elements often difficult to represent through classical (analogical) representation techniques, especially when these geometrical characteristics are neither continue nor parameterizable. Digital techniques have advanced on the accurate reconstruction of 3D shapes, while attaching real colour to the geometry. However, the perception of concave/convex shapes from photorealistic true-orthoimages continues to be limited, especially when rich and homogeneous textures camouflage slight slope changes or volumetric deformations. In this paper we first critically review the current practice on the representation of solid-of-revolution artefacts with concave-convex predominance, and alternative photorealistic representations aiming at a better understanding of volume and colour. Given the limitation targeted, we then propose a workflow for the creation of true-orthometric maps enhanced by customized shadows. The work-flow integrates considerations on: (i) The orientation of archaeological artefact; (ii) the creation of accurate orthometric images based on Digital photogrammetry techniques; and (iii) the application of synthetic attached and cast shadows according the shape (information) to be represented. The workflow is demonstrated with a sample of plates retrieved from the Rua-das-Madres archaeological site, in Portugal.
3D MODELLING AND MEDIEVAL LIGHTING RECONSTRUCTION FOR RUPESTRIAN CHURCHES
Authors: Lassandro P. , Lepore M. , Paribeni A. , Zonno M.
Published: January 2019

Abstract. The aim of this research is to define a method, able to analyse the systems of illumination in the medieval period, through a 3D virtual model reconstruction. It specifically needs to deepen the interactions between natural and artificial illumination in confined spaces. The study describes and examines the best survey technique to obtain a 3D model reconstruction, according to the achievement of such lighting scenarios, and the most suitable tools for lighting analysis. Thus, it is possible to carry out accurate interpretations of the past starting from historical sources and scientific data about lighting. This method was validated on a case study of a rupestrian church in Matera. The rupestrian contexts are less investigated in relation to mediaeval artificial lighting even if there are recognitions and comparative studies of widespread contexts, not only in Puglia and Basilicata, but also in Mediterranean area (e.g. in Cappadocia and Cyprus) which allow identifying evidences related to artificial lighting systems. The architectural signs (hole, niches, etc.) for ancient luminaries can be studied in 3D and lighting prospective. Lastly, the virtual model of the rupestrian church was imported into an opensource visualisation software (3D Heritage Online Presenter) to be appreciable on line and to promote historical heritage knowledge.
THE COMPARISON OF 2D AND 3D DETECTORS FOR TLS DATA REGISTRATION – PRELIMINARY RESULTS
Authors: Markiewicz J. S. , Markiewicz Ł. , Foryś P.
Published: January 2019

Abstract. This paper presents the analysis of possible methods of a terrestrial laser scanning (TLS) data registration using 2D/3D detectors and descriptors. The developed approach, where point clouds are processed in form of panoramic images, orthoimages and 3D data, was described. The accuracy of the registration process was preliminary verified. The two approaches were analysed and compared: the 2D SIFT (Scale-Invariant Feature Transform) detector and descriptor with the rasterized TLS data and the 3D SIFT detector with the 3D FPFH (Fast Point Feature Histograms) descriptor. The feature points were found and preliminary matched using the OpenCV and PCL (Point Cloud Library) libraries. In order to find the best point cloud representation for the registration process, both the percentage and distribution of the correctly detected and matched points were analysed. The materials consisted of the point clouds of two chambers from the Museum of King John III’s Palace in Wilanów. They were acquired using the Z+F 5006h and 5003 TLS scanners. The performed analysis showed that the lowest RMSE values were for the 2D detectors and orthoimages. However, in the case of the point number and distribution, better results were obtained for using the 3D detector.
COMPARISON WITH ACCURACY OF TERRESTRIAL LASER SCANNER BY USING POINT CLOUD ALIGNED WITH SHAPE MATCHING AND BEST FITTING METHODS
Authors: Ogawa T. , Hori Y.
Published: January 2019

Abstract. Recently operation systems of laser scanning have been obviously improved; for instance shape matching has been equipped with software on a post processing stage so measurement without any targets is a prerequisite condition of field surveying with laser scanners. Moreover a shape matching method enables us to easily register a pair of point clouds with some errors even if those data are scanned by several type scanners. Those slightly errors can influence accuracy of alignments if the object is large to require a lot of scans. Laser scanning data has random errors and accuracy of alignments can be improved by matching error distributions of pairs of point clouds to natural distributions. This method is called “best fitting” in contrast “shape matching” in a software, PolyWorks |Inspector. In this paper, accuracy of alignments between shape matching and best fitting is discussed. The scan data of three phaseshift laser scanners (FARO Focus 3D MS120, FARO Focus 3D X330 and Z+F Imager 5016) and two time-of-flight scanners (Leica BLK 360 and Leica Scan station C5) are used for analyses. Accuracy of alignments by using shape matching and best fitting methods is demonstrated by showing points of scan data with histograms of error distributions.
3D DETECTION AND RECONSTRUCTION EXPERIMENTS IN RIVER BASINS
Authors: Palestini C. , Basso A.
Published: January 2019

Abstract. The survey and representation of river landscapes require complex operations related to the habitat identifying these environments that show heterogeneous connotations in which the anthropogenic contaminations, alternating with the peripheral areas, industrial or abandoned, are united in a territory with hybrid characteristics.In this regard it is proposed as a case study the experimentation carried out on the Pescara river basin that specifically compares two low cost detection systems comparing the results obtained to carry out environmental readings and 3D reconstructions of the territory.The operations of analysis and data acquisition include integrated procedures used with the aim of obtaining high-density 3D reconstructions of details applied on the river portions of Pescara-Aterno. Starting from the delta towards the inside, identification samples were analyzed to focus attention on the different criticalities. Integrated methodologies were employed involving the experimental use of specific software to obtain depth maps and territorial models compatible with real ones, crossing free open shared data obtained from the Google Earth Pro, photogrammetric reconstructions and information provided on site by RPAS instruments (Remoted Piloted Air System) that use the image based methodologies to carry out an in-depth scan of the territory.
WOODEN TRUSSES RECONSTRUCTION AND ANALYSIS THROUGH PARAMETRIC 3D MODELING
Authors: Prati D. , Zuppella G. , Mochi G. , Guardigli L. , Gulli R.
Published: January 2019

Abstract. This paper aims to indicate a new methodological approach, based on generative algorithms, to attempt a more in-depth and transversal understanding of the behavior of these wooden structures. The developed method accelerates modeling procedures and brings on new tools for analyzing these structural systems when surveyed through TLS devices. The main topic of this work is the most recent step of a wider research project that has analyzed a few wooden roofing structures in the area of bologna. These case studies are represented by a set of important churches in Bologna, all built between the 16th and 18th centuries, whose pitched roofs are supported by timber trusses. Among them, the most impressive is the wooden truss in the St. Peter Cathedral that has approximately 26 meters of span, 7 meters of height for nearly 9 tons of weight. It also shows a complex static conception with the coexistence of an external nondeformable triangle and an internal virtual discharging arc. The focus is on the transformation of the point cloud into 3D models using parametric modeling tools such as Grasshopper generative algorithms. These algorithms, once created for a single truss, allow to automatically generating 3D models of all trusses, changing only input parameters.
CREATING, VISUALIZING AND SHARING HIGH-POLY AND MULTI-TEXTURES MODELS ON THE WEB
Authors: Rechichi F. , Fiorillo F.
Published: January 2019

Abstract. In many Cultural Heritage cases study, where usually the shapes to be reproduced have complex and irregular geometries there is a growing demand to create and use very high-resolution polygonal models that represent the real objects with great accuracy and level of detail. In archaeological field, for example, it is fundamental to create a virtual reconstruction that is as close as possible to the reality, because the digging operations are often destructive and it is necessary to track and preserve for the future as much as possible. This requirement leads to three relevant problems: 1) the elaboration of high-poly and high-resolution models, 2) the management of these models, 3) their sharing and access. In this paper, both a scientific approach for realizing the accurate and detailed models and a system to manage, share and visualize these models on the web will be shown. Moreover, a multi-texture digital model elaboration is proposed for the correct definition of the geometrical and texture resolution in relation to the survey level of detail, the physical size of the object and the project requirement. In particular, a web-system that allows the sharing of very high-resolution models, with multi-textures support will be presented.
CONNECTING INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THROUGH 360° IMAGERY FOR CLOSE-RANGE PHOTOGRAMMETRY
Authors: Barazzetti L. , Previtali M. , Roncoroni F. , Valente R.
Published: January 2019

Abstract. Metric documentation of buildings requires the connection of different spaces, such as rooms, corridors, floors, and interior and exterior spaces. Images and laser scans have to be oriented and registered to obtain accurate metric data about different areas and the related metric information (e.g., wall thickness). A robust registration can be obtained with total station measurements, especially when a geodetic network with multiple intersections on different station points is available. In the case of a photogrammetric project with several images acquired with a central perspective camera, the lack of total station measurements (i.e., control and check points) could result in a weak orientation for the limited overlap between images acquired through doors and windows. The procedure presented in this paper is based on 360° images acquired with an affordable digital camera (less than 350$). The large field of view of 360° images allows one to simultaneously capture different rooms as well as indoor and outdoor spaces, which will be visible in just a picture. This could provide a more robust orientation of multiple images acquired through narrow spaces. A combined bundle block adjustment that integrates central perspective and spherical images is here proposed and discussed. Additional considerations on the integration of fisheye images are discussed as well.
QUALITY ASSESSMENT OF UAV PHOTOGRAMMETRIC ARCHAEOLOGICAL SURVEY
Authors: Barba S. , Barbarella M. , Di Benedetto A. , Fiani M. , Limongiello M.
Published: January 2019

Abstract. The paper reports the results of a photogrammetric survey made using an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) in the archaeological site of the Roman Amphitheatre in Avella (Avellino, Italy). The aim of the study is to verify which modality of image acquisition (if only nadiral images or nadiral plus Oblique images), together with the method of Global Positioning Satellite System (GNSS) survey of the Ground Control Points (GCP) is able to produce the better 3D model, in terms of accuracy, in order to extract traditional graphic drawings (plan, elevation and section), suited to the required representation scales (1 : 100 and 1 : 50). The accuracy in georeferencing was evaluated analysing the residues on the GCPs; subsequently, a more detailed analysis of the accuracy of the final 3D model was performed analysing the residuals on the image coordinates, also called re-projection error. The method developed is based on the statistical analysis of the different models, built changing the GCPs survey method and the photogrammetric shots acquired. The results of our analysis show that the photogrammetric survey is more ‘stable’ using only nadiral images and that the nRTK technique allows results comparable to those obtained with static measurements, both in precision and in reliability. Moreover, if the GCPs are measured in nRTK mode, taking into consideration the graphical error, the maximum representation scale is 1 : 100, whereas the use of static technique makes it possible to describe major details, at a scale of 1 : 50.
Assessing the tsunami mitigation effectiveness of the planned Banda Aceh Outer Ring Road (BORR), Indonesia
Authors:   Syamsidik,   Tursina, Suppasri Anawat , Al'ala Musa , Luthfi Mumtaz , Comfort Louise K.
Published: January 2019

Abstract. This research aimed to assess the tsunami flow velocity and height
reduction produced by a planned elevated road parallel to the coast
of Banda Aceh, called the Banda Aceh Outer Ring Road (BORR). The road will
transect several lagoons, settlements, and bare land around the coast of
Banda Aceh. Beside its main function to reduce traffic congestion in the
city, the BORR is also proposed to reduce the impacts of future tsunamis. The Cornell
Multi-grid Coupled Tsunami Model (COMCOT) was used to simulate eight
scenarios of the tsunami. One of them was based on the 2004 Indian Ocean
tsunami. Two magnitudes of earthquake were used, that is, 8.5 and
9.15 Mw. Both the earthquakes were generated from the same
source location as in the 2004 case, around the Andaman Sea. Land use data of
the innermost layer of the simulation area were adopted based on the 2004
condition and the land use planning of the city for 2029. The results of this
study reveal that the tsunami inundation area can be reduced by about 9 %
by using the elevated road for the earthquake of magnitude 9.15 Mw and
about 22 % for the earthquake of magnitude 8.5 Mw. Combined with
the land use planning 2029, the elevated road could reduce the maximum flow
velocities behind the road by about 72 %. Notably, the proposed land use
for 2029 will not be sufficient to deliver any effects on the tsunami
mitigation without the elevated road structures. We recommend the city to
construct the elevated road as this could be part of the co-benefit
structures for tsunami mitigation. The proposed BORR appears to deliver a significant reduction of impacts of the smaller intensity tsunamis compared
to the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami.
Comparison between upwind and downwind designs of a 10 MW wind turbine rotor
Authors: Bortolotti Pietro , Kapila Abhinav , Bottasso Carlo L.
Published: January 2019

Abstract. The size of wind turbines has been steadily growing in the pursuit of a lower
cost of energy by an increased wind capture. Within this trend, the vast majority
of wind turbine rotors have been designed based on the conventional
three-bladed upwind concept. This paper aims at assessing the optimality of
this configuration with respect to a three-bladed downwind design, with and
without an actively controlled variable coning used to reduce the cantilever
loading of the blades. Results indicate that a conventional design appears
difficult to beat even at these turbine sizes, although a downwind
nonaligned configuration might be an interesting alternative.
Tres tonos para narrar la fiesta: Agustín Yáñez, Juan Rulfo y Juan José Arreola
Authors: Alemany Bay Carmen
Published: January 2019

Tres narradores jaliscienses, representantes de la mejor narrativa mexicana de los años cincuenta y sesenta -Agustín Yáñez, Juan Rulfo y Juan José Arreola-, abordan la temática de lo festivo en parte de su obra. Yáñez lo hace en algunos de los relatos de Los sentidos al aire; Rulfo se detiene en el malditismo de lo festivo en algunas escenas de Pedro Páramo así como también en algunos relatos de El Llano en llamas. Por su parte Juan José Arreola recurrirá en su novela La feria a las festividades de Zapotlán para resaltar el valor de lo idiosincrático así como la pugna entre lo religioso y lo festivo. Numerosos son los puntos de concurrencia entre los textos citados, y a ellos acudiremos, pero principalmente queremos resaltar los diferentes tonos que convergen en sus ficciones para abordar un mismo tema, las diversas atmósferas y perspectivas así como las estrategias narrativas. En definitiva, reconocer sus diferentes capacidades retóricas para desentrañar el valor metafórico de la fiesta.
La ficción y la libertad. Una aproximación a la dimensión política de la poética vargasllosiana sobre la ficción
Authors: Valenzuela Garcés Jorge
Published: January 2019

En este artículo nos proponemos estudiar la dimensión política de la concepción vargasllosiana sobre la ficción. Para tal efecto, relacionaremos esta concepción, de raíz antropológica, con las bases ideológicas del liberalismo que se visibilizan en las reflexiones del autor al momento de postular un conjunto de ideas en torno al papel que cumplen las ficciones en la sociedad y las relaciones que establecen con la libertad individual. En este estudio analizamos, fundamentalmente, el texto “El poder de la ficción” publicado por el autor en 1987 y el texto “El viaje a la ficción” que constituye el prefacio al estudio que realiza el autor sobre la obra de Juan Carlos Onetti. Empleamos, para el análisis, el marco general de la teoría de la ficción en la perspectiva antropológica, desarrollada por Wolfgang Iser, las ideas centrales del liberalismo político postuladas por Stuart Mill en su libro Sobre la libertad y los conceptos de sociedad abierta y sociedad cerrada  desarrollados por Karl Popper en su libro La sociedad abierta y sus enemigos.
"Realidad nacional desde la cama" o de cómo recuperar la memoria (identitaria) a través del cuerpo
Authors: Calafell Sala Núria
Published: January 2019

El presente artículo analiza una novela de Luisa Valenzuela, Realidad nacional desde la cama, partiendo de los fundamentos de la crítica como sabotaje. A través de la lectura atenta de los distintos discursos que se entrecruzan en el relato, muestra que Realidad nacional desde la cama opera como una suerte de sabotaje de todos aquellos modelos de mundo que buscan la naturalización del pensamiento hegemónico. Al mismo tiempo, pone de manifiesto el poder del cuerpo como punto de sutura transgresor para la construcción identitaria individual y colectiva.
"La Oculta" (2014) de Héctor Abad Faciolince: situaciones narrativas y oralidad. Hacia un “realismo real”
Authors: Fragero Guerra Carmen
Published: January 2019

El texto estudia La Oculta (2014) de Héctor Abad Faciolince (Medellín, 1958- ). Analiza sus situaciones narrativas, las huellas de oralidad y los personajes. Los narradores en primera persona y sus focalizaciones muestran la complejidad de cada personaje, cuyo estilo narrativo oral refuerza sus vínculos con la tradición. Se concluye que estos elementos están orquestados para describir realísticamente la historia reciente de Colombia donde ciertas familias antioqueñas comparten valores enraizados en sus antepasados (honestidad, amor a la tierra y al trabajo), pero también están abiertas a nuevos actitudes (homosexualidad, lesbianismo y eutanasia).
Rumor de pañuelo blanco: historia, memoria y representaciones literarias de Abuelas de Plaza de Mayo
Authors: Souto Luz C.
Published: January 2019

El 24 de marzo de 2016 se cumplieron 40 años del golpe de Estado del autodenominado Proceso de Reorganización Nacional que condujo a siete años de una sangrienta dictadura en Argentina. De entre las organizaciones de Derechos Humanos que surgieron como respuesta a las desapariciones ilegales de militantes y de civiles, las Madres y Abuelas de Plaza de Mayo se han constituido, tanto a nivel nacional como internacional, en evidencia de la historia de violencia y en símbolo de paz; como tales también han entrado en el plano de la ficción. Teniendo en cuenta estas líneas, en el presente trabajo se realiza, primero, un recorrido por la historia de las Abuelas de Plaza de Mayo y el cambio político, social y cultural que supusieron; segundo, se recupera la representación que la literatura hispanoamericana ha realizado de ellas a través de la imagen de madres dolientes, angelizadas y portadoras de la memoria.
Manucho y yo: "Cecil" (1972) o cómo se autobiografía una metanovela
Authors: Aranda Arribas Victoria
Published: January 2019

El presente artículo se cifra en el estudio de Cecil (1972), novela corta del argentino Manuel Mujica Lainez, autor de títulos tan destacados como Bomarzo (1962) o El Unicornio (1965). Con el objeto de revalorizar y dar a conocer este libro, considerado hasta el momento como una obra menor dentro de su narrativa, se presta atención al examen del relato desde dos laderas: la forma autobiográfica y la metaficción, por una parte; y el análisis narratológico del relato, por otra, incidiendo en los ecos y homenajes del Coloquio de los perros de Cervantes.
Iniciación, Caída y Redención: la evolución romántica del sujeto femenino en la obra poética de Rosario Castellanos
Authors: Carrillo Bohórquez Elizabeth
Published: January 2019

La exploración de la interioridad del ser ha sido una de las preocupaciones principales de los escritores románticos y de sus herederos, quienes, con tal objetivo, se apropian del mito bíblico para abordar la terra incognita de la espiritualidad humana y representar su evolución en la poesía. Rosario Castellanos, escritora mexicana de mediados del siglo XX, retoma este modelo de apropiación intertextual y, haciendo uso del correlato de la Caída de Adán y Eva, presenta el desarrollo del yo femenino de sus composiciones poéticas en tres momentos contiguos: el primero, de Iniciación, en el que la voz poética experimenta un etapa de plenitud primigenia, de analogía, a veces nublada por momentos de individuación, el segundo, de Caída, en el que la individuación pasada se intensifica hasta convertirse en autoconocimiento solipsista y solitario, y un tercer momento, de Redención, en el que el deseo de plenitud de la Iniciación y la solitaria autognosis de la Caída se funden en un estado de reconocimiento lúcido e irónico del yo.
Revisión de los factores de éxito en la promoción de comportamientos prosociales como estrategia preventiva en la justicia juvenil en España
Authors: Barroso-Hurtado Domingo , Bembibre Serrano Judit
Published: January 2019

La adquisición y fortalecimiento de comportamientos prosociales se asocia a una reducción en la frecuencia de conductas antisociales, agresivas o de riesgo. Así, su promoción en el contexto de la aplicación de la Ley Orgánica 5/2000, de 12 de enero, reguladora de la responsabilidad penal del menor supondría una estrategia eficaz para los fines de reeducación y de reinserción social que ésta postula. Resultará necesario, entonces, revisar las posibilidades que dicha Ley ofrece para su desarrollo, así como detectar factores de éxito que contribuyan a incrementar el impacto de tales actuaciones. Para ello, en el presente trabajo se realizará un análisis comparativo de intervenciones dirigidas al fomento de comportamientos prosociales en el contexto escolar, en los programas de centros de internamiento de Andalucía y en la ejecución de medidas de prestaciones en beneficio de la comunidad, tareas socioeducativas y de libertad vigilada. Los resultados apuntan a que, entre los factores de éxito asociados a las diferentes intervenciones, se encuentran un abordaje integral que suponga trabajar las dimensiones de temperamento, desarrollo cognitivo, moral y socioafectivo del sujeto, el empleo de metodologías activas, la formación del personal que ejecuta el programa o la implicación de las familias. Mientras que, a la hora de fomentar la conducta prosocial, de las medidas incluidas en la citada Ley, destacan las prestaciones en beneficio de la comunidad, tanto como medida judicial como si es aplicada como solución extrajudicial, así como de la conciliación y de la reparación dentro de estas últimas.
Análisis y establecimiento de una jerarquía de valores del alumnado de ciclos formativos de grado medio-superior de formación profesional mediante un proceso de triangulación analítica
Authors: Rodríguez-Sabiote Clemente , Álvarez Rodríguez José , López Núñez Juan Antonio , Campos Soto María Natalia
Published: January 2019

El objetivo de este estudio ha sido determinar la importancia que el alumnado del ciclo formativo de Grado Medio-Superior  de la provincia de Granada (España), concede a un conjunto de valores. Mediante  un estudio de encuesta se ha establecido una jerarquización axiológica validada mediante un proceso de triangulación analítica. La conclusión más relevante del estudio es el establecimiento de una jerarquización distribuida en cuatro grupos: en el primero de ellos, de muy alta relevancia, se sitúan ítems que denotan valores como: la afectividad, la empatía, la felicidad y la creatividad. En el segundo grupo, de alta relevancia, destacan  valores como: la motivación, alimentación sana, ejercicio físico, medio ambiente, valorarse, capacidad de elección, resolución de conflictos,  familia, etc. El tercer grupo, de relevancia moderada, está configurado por  ítems que hacen alusión a: cambiar de puesto de trabajo, dejarse llevar por los instintos, sacar buenas notas, democracia, ser español, la política,  diversidad de religiones, etc. El último grupo, de baja relevancia, está relacionado con valores como el deterioro del medio ambiente y  la prospectiva de futuro.
Let’s talk emotions: A case study on affective grammar
Authors: Clark Madeline , Khaled Najia , Kohn Miriam , Armoskaite Solveiga
Published: January 2019

English speakers have a choice between the forms ‘let’s talk x’ and ‘let’s talk about x’. We argue that the choice is an example of affective domain intersecting with grammar. To build our case, we explore the contrast between these two forms as it is manifested through syntactic, pragmatic, and semantic constraints. We conclude considering alternative views on idiomaticity and noun incorporation and presenting questions for future research.
Guidance Behind Criticisms: The Good Parenting as Portrayed in the First Malay Autobiography
Authors: Hamdan Rahimah , Sujud Arba’ie
Published: January 2019

This paper was aimed at identifying the guidance to parenting that emerged in the first Malay autobiography, the Hikayat Abdullah, and subsequently, to analyse those instructions on parenting in the context of the traditional Malay society of the 19th century. The recognition accorded to Abdullah Munshi as the Father of Modern Malay Literature has attracted various reactions from scholars. Some scholars regard Abdullah Munshi as the one who brought renewal to Malay literature through his courageous criticism of the customs and culture that had been in practice for generations. On the other hand, there are scholars who disapprove of that recognition being given to him and who consider Abdullah Munshi’s criticisms in his works as a deviation from the reality expressed in previous works. Nevertheless, not a single study has suggested that perhaps Abdullah Munshi firmly emphasized those criticisms with the intention of providing some sort of guidance. Hence, by analysing certain texts in the Hikayat Abdullah and by reviewing the evidence from the perspective of Swettenham (1895), who objectively evaluated the thinking and culture of the Malay community, this study was able to rectify the image of Abdullah Munshi, who, all this while, was considered to be pro-British because of his harsh criticism of the Malay community. Moreover, those criticisms were meant to provide guidance for the family institution, especially for parents. This indirectly proves that Abdullah Munshi took a serious view of parenting and believed that improvements were necessary to produce a dignified and civilized generation. In conclusion, the autobiography, the Hikayat Abdullah, was not just a new form of writing that deviated from the conventions of traditional Malay literature, but was the fruit of the wisdom of the author that was meant to benefit his readers.
Psychological Burnout of Women Working and Housewives at the Menopausal Stage in Amman City / Jordan
Authors: Smadi Entisar Yousef
Published: January 2019

This study aimed to identify the levels of psychological burnout in a sample of working women and housewives at menopausal Stage. To achieve the objectives of the study, a scale of psychological burnout was built, which consists of 20 paragraphs, the study sample was obtained in cooperation with Raihanat Al-osrah Association in Amman, through the announcement of the study, a sample of 50 working women and 50 housewives was selected and applied. the psychological scale, the members of the study sample within the age range of 45-55, The results of statistical analysis “ T -Test” showed that there were statistically significant differences in the psychological burnout of housewives was higher than working women, which indicates the positive effect of work in the lives of women, and the risk factors of psychological burnout is related to the physical dimension, and this corresponds to the nature of the menopause stage which is the age of the sample study. The study recommended to provide psychological counseling services for women in general, provide health and psychological care services for women in menopause, and the threat of community programs aimed to supporting and empowering Housewives.
Saudi Arabia and Saudi Women in Research Literature: A Critical Look
Authors: Mustafa Rami F. , Troudi Salah
Published: January 2019

The literature abounds with many researches and articles that are written in a way that portray the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as the poster child of hegemony, essentialism and women oppression. In recent years, no aspect of Saudi Arabian society has been subject to more scrutiny and debate than the women’s domain. Women’s rights and responsibilities have been controversial issues among both conservatives and progressives in Saudi Arabia; nevertheless, Saudi women remain among the least studied population. This study draws on the academic and professional experiences of the author dealing with Saudi women in Canada, the UK, the USA and inside Saudi Arabia to further the critical scholarship on Saudi Arabia and Saudi women as site and population of academic research to avoid the essentialist, orientalist and Westernized understanding of Saudi Arabia and Saudi women. This article is a springboard to any researcher interested in studying – critically- Saudi women’s issues.
Usrah Approach of Drug Addiction Treatment in a Fishermen Community: Psychology of Da’wah Perspective
Authors: Rosdi Wan Hanis Aisyah Wan , Yusoff Zawawi , Mohamad Nasir , Hamzah Shafie , Masaud Siti Anis Nuraida
Published: January 2019

The Psychology of da’wah (making an invitation) is part of the Islamic psychology approach based on the Al-Quran and Al-Sunnah. Da’wah in terms is invites people to do something benefit and abstain from evil. Psychology of da’wah is a part used in the treatment and rehabilitation of drug addiction to the drug addict. This article discusses the usrah (a meeting involving Islamic religious activities) approach as a means of assisting drug addict in fishermen communities to reduce addiction. The method used in this article is a qualitative study of past documentary literature review analysis and library document analysis. The result of the previous studies show that the psychology of da’wah through the usrah approach is one of the method to implement for rehabilitate the drug addict who ia a muslim. This is because this approach ia a based on Islamic teachings which has been implemented by the Messenger Muhammad Pbuh.
An Art Phenomenon Under the State Control: Case Study on Shadow Puppet Performance
Authors: Sutiyono Sutiyono
Published: January 2019

This article aimed at revealing the ruling class and the group being ruled in the society. The concern on the ruling party is to create obedience and to eliminate resistance from the ruled group. In this case, Gramsci presented the theory of hegemony by taking control on intellectually and morally leadership that can be accepted through consciousness process. In line with the explanation of hegemony, it seems that the Indonesia government, in the era of New Order (Orde Baru) from 1966 till 1998, was a powerful state with the highest authority control and became a determining force against the socio-political dynamics in the society. During Nee Order period, the state was truly capable of leading and dominating the field of power in various fields of development and statehood. One way to build hegemony is through institutions that determine the cognitive structure in the society, one of them was through the art of puppet. Consequently, puppeter (dalang) as one of intellectual figures in the society was controlled in order to socialize Golkar Party, as the political instrument. It can be concluded that the New Order government has successfully hegemoned the art of puppet.
Factors Associated to the Enrollment in Health Insurance: An Experience from Selected Districts of Nepal
Authors: Acharya Devaraj , Devkota Bhimsen , Wagle Bishnu Prasad
Published: January 2019

The enrollment in Health Insurance (HI) is considered as a sustainable way of financing for health and preparedness for catastrophic health care cost during receiving health services. Various socio-demographic factors are still unanswered regarding their influence. A study aiming to assess the factors associated with the enrollment of HI was conducted in 2018 in two districts of Nepal namely Kailali and Baglung. The study was cross-sectional covering 810 (405 enrolled and 405 not-enrolled) randomly selected households (HH). Socio-demographic variables were considered as independent variables and enrollment in HI as dependent variable. An interview schedule was used as a tool for data collection. Univariate, bivariate and multivariate analyses were performed to analyze the data. The data show that various socio-demographic characteristics are associated with the enrollment of HI. A significant statistical difference is seen between enrollment to HI and HH headship, age group of respondents, ability to feed the family, presence of chronic diseases in family, knowledge on HI, willingness to pay (WTP) for HI, having HI guidelines or books, participation in HI related training, interactions with neighbours, access to communication media: the radio/FM and TV, hoarding boards (HB), newspapers, posters/pamphlets/brochures; and access to health facilities. The results further show that female heads appear more likely to enroll (aOR = 1.47) in HI than the male. HH headship of the respondents also seem more likely to enroll. Higher age respondents are less likely to enroll. Interestingly, literate respondents and joint families are less likely to enroll than illiterate and nuclear families respectively. However, respondents having knowledge in HI seem more likely to enroll (aOR = 28.97, p1.673, p
Integrated Semigroups on Fréchet Spaces I: Bochner Integral, Laplace Integral and Real Representation Theorems
Authors: Granucci Tiziano
Published: January 2019

In this articles we will study the integration of the vectorial functions in Fréchet spaces. Particularly we will introduce and we will study a new functional space and we will prove some theorems of representation.
Reviewer Acknowledgements for Journal of Mathematics Research, Vol. 11, No. 1
Authors: Wang Sophia
Published: January 2019

Journal of Mathematics Research wishes to acknowledge the following individuals for their assistance with peer review of manuscripts for this issue. Their help and contributions in maintaining the quality of the journal is greatly appreciated.

Many authors, regardless of whether Journal of Mathematics Research publishes their work, appreciate the helpful feedback provided by the reviewers.

Reviewers for Volume 11, Number 1

 

Chung-Chuan Chen, National Taichung University of Education, Taiwan

Cibele Cristina Trinca Watanabe, Federal University of Tocantins (UFT), Brazil

Cinzia Bisi, Ferrara University, Italy

Enrico Jabara, Universita di Ca Foscari, Italy

Gener Santiago Subia, NUeva Ecija University of Science and Technology, Philippines

Guy Biyogmam, Georgia College & State University, USA

Hayat REZGUI, Ecole normale Supérieure de Kouba, Algeria

Kuldeep Narain Mathur, University Utara Malaysia, Malaysia

Liwei Shi, China University of Political Science and Law, China

Luca Di Persio, University of Verona, Italy

Mohammad A. AlQudah, German Jordanian University, Jordan

N. V. Ramana Murty, Andhra Loyola College, India

Neha Hooda, New Jersey City University, United States

Omur Deveci, Kafkas University, Turkey

Rami Ahmad El-Nabulsi, Athens Institute for Education and Research, Greece

Rosalio G. Artes, Jr., Mindanao State University, Philippines

Rovshan Bandaliyev, National Academy of Sciences of Azerbaijan, Azerbaijan

Sanjib Kumar Datta, University of Kalyani, India

Sergiy Koshkin, University of Houston Downtown, USA

Sreedhara Rao Gunakala, The University of The West Indies, Trinidad and Tobago

Xiaofei Zhao, Texas A&M University, United States

Xingbo WANG, Foshan University, China

Yaqin Feng, Ohio University, USA

Youssef El-Khatib, United Arab Emirates University, United Arab Emirates

 

Sophia Wang

On behalf of,

The Editorial Board of Journal of Mathematics Research

Canadian Center of Science and Education
Impacts of Climate Variability on Salt Production in Ghana: Case of Songor Salt Project
Authors: Roland A. Apambilla , Erasmus H. Owusu , Rosina A. Kyerematen
Published: January 2019

Climate change has been widely recognized as a multi-scalar economic and environmental problem that affects various sectors in the world today. The Songor salt project located in Ada East District of the Greater Accra region produces salt that feeds both the local and international markets with high-quality salt for consumption and industrial purposes. The industry is currently under threat due to several factors including climate change. This study was undertaken to ascertain the linkages and impacts of climate variability (temperature and rainfall) on the quantity of salt produced over the years.

Salt yield levels were correlated with temperature and rainfall data between 1980-2010 for climate data and 1996-2014 for the salt production. In exploring the impacts of climate change on the salt production, a linear multiple regression model was employed in which salt production was regressed as dependable variable against temperature and rainfall as independent variables.

The findings suggested that climate change and the quantity of salt produced are linked. Although the model results do not show statistical significant relationship, the results indicate that an increase in 1mm of rainfall will lead to an increase in 0.142 Mt of salt produced per year and vice versa whereas an increase in 1℃ will rather lead to a decrease in -0.488 Mt of salt produced per year and vice versa (R2 = 0.514; Coefficient of Determination= 51.4%; P > 0.05). We recommend that for medium to long-term sustainability of the salt industry, adoption and mainstreaming of the salt sector into the climate change adaptation strategy as part of the overall national adaptation policy is imperative. Also, investment in efficient technologies, infrastructure and storage facilities to produce and store the salt commodity to avoid production losses and leakages are also essential to buffer the impacts of climate change.
Innovation Networks: A Tool for Food-Culture Preservation and Sustainability in the Era of Globalization
Authors: Baghdadi Ibrahim
Published: January 2019

The growing exposure to globalization, since 1990s, has initiated some significant alterations to the Lebanese economy, society, and culture. For the last two decades, it has been observed that international cuisines and eccentric menu items have been invading the local market and taking over ethnic and traditional cuisines, what threatens, if this trend continues, the identity of traditional cuisine and, consequently, the sustainability of local food culture.

Departing from the case of Lebanon, this paper studies the impact of globalization on traditional cuisine and highlights the role of networks in sustaining local food culture. The findings of our empirical study revealed the necessity to modernize the traditional cuisine through a coordinated set of heterogeneous and professional actors who collectively take part in the process. The ability of these actors to innovate is found related to the organizational conditions of the networks to which they belong, and to the ability of these networks for innovation, what refers us to the concept of “innovation network” that we are proposing, through this study, as a solution to the dilemma of food - culture preservation and sustainability.
Describing Local Development in Indigenous Peoples
Authors: Nina Dante Ayaviri , Fernandez Gabith Quispe , Cuesta Patricio Sánchez
Published: January 2019

Practices and modes of development planning have focused on researchers, because the development of communities and states depends on them, and it has its importance in all territories, as well as the practices and processes of construction of development. The article aims to identify the practices that rural communities have in relation to local development, specifically addresses the |Aymara communities of Bolivia. To do this, a survey of leaders of the region was carried out; on the other hand, development plans and specialized literature in the field of development have been reviewed. The results establish that local development approaches the theory of endogenous development, given the practices and the role played by actors in the development processes, which involved solid and inclusive participative community organizations, a leading role in the consolidation of productive, organizational and planning systems, based on values, ancestral and cultural customs of territory with a focus on sustainability.
Building a Coalition with Depoliticized Sustainability Discourse: The Case of a Transdisciplinary Transition Management Arena in Peru
Authors: Noboa Eduardo , Upham Paul , Heinrichs Harald
Published: January 2019

Transition management uses the depoliticized, rational discourse of systems terms, social learning and societal reflexivity. Transdisciplinary sustainability science research similarly uses the politically neutral terms of supporting the coproduction and integration of different types of knowledge. Yet both are clearly normative, resting on notions of participatory democracy and adopting environmental and social sustainability as explicit norms. Here we present the case of a transdisciplinary transition management arena in Peru, convened to develop a vision of a lower carbon, more decentralized and resilient national energy system. We show how the characteristics of the arena can help to foster the necessary conditions for empowerment and how these in turn both support – and are supported by - the ability of participants from different backgrounds generate shared problem statements, visions and strategies, building towards a coalition for change. While it remains to be seen how politically influential such arenas can be in the medium and long term, we show that depoliticized, rational sustainability discourse nonetheless has a political role to play in helping to legitimize informal institutional efforts towards energy policy change.

Highlights

Transition management and transdisciplinary sustainability science rationales are complementary

These rationales are integrated in a Transdisciplinary Transition Management Arena (TTMA) framework

The TTMA is applied with Peruvian energy system stakeholders holding marginalised views on energy futures

A vision for a low carbon Peru is developed that emphasises the inclusion of distributed renewables

The TTMA is assessed in terms of its capacity to support conditions for the empowerment of marginalised policy stakeholders