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Lichten Award Paper: Automated Optical Rotor Blade Tip Clearance Tracking Using Artificial Intelligence Algorithms
Authors:   Sikorsky a Lockheed Martin Company, Schmidt Timothy
Published: September 2022

Analytical methods used to determine weapon projectile trajectory relative to helicopter rotor blade tips during most conceivable maneuvers tend to provide insufficient safety margins to accurately define a safe firing envelope. The flight test team at Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin Company, was given the challenging task of measuring the weaponto-rotor-blade-tip clearance during these maneuvers. The first-generation methodology was entirely manual using a flat vertical projection screen tangentially aligned with the rotor tip path plane to visualize the intersection between the weapon's projectile and blade tip path. While the first flight test program utilizing this technique was successful in its own right, by the time a second opportune flight test program was initiated, software tools had been developed to help automate the process, drastically increasing the amount of data that could be used to correlate with other aircraft state parameters. During the data processing, a training set was created that was used to build an Artificial Intelligence (AI) capable of performing the same task while bringing the processing time down from 4-5 frames per second (fps) to 130 fps. This enables real-time AI inference to be taken from digital video cameras on the helicopter and clearance measurements real-time processed and recorded to the instrumentation system or displayed for the pilot's awareness.
RACER Coumpound Helicopter: Operational Wireless FTI Data Transfer from ROTOR's up to Fuselage
Authors:   Airbus Helicopters, Seznec Marc ,   Safran Data Systems, Ivanoff Jean Grégoire
Published: September 2022

Acquiring helicopter rotor data is always a very sensitive point that requires at least "effort and special attention". This data acquisition is generally managed by a "physical link" (slip ring for example) whereas wireless products are now present everywhere with a technology more than promising.

The objective of this paper is to show how the wireless technology was developed within the framework of RACER COUMPOUND HELICOPTER to monitor the three rotors in accordance with CS29 regulations for the mechanical assembly, DO160 rules for environmental constraints and IRIG 106 standard for Flight Test Instrumentation domain notwithstanding that this wireless acquisition means will be used on a daily basis to monitor the data from the three rotors of the RACER. The paper provides an overview of this project, supported by the CEE (Horizon 2020/CS2), and from the initial requirement up to the operational results obtained during the flight test campaigns carried out on the H175. Finally, this paper, based on this use case ( RACER oriented) , aims also to open the perspective of using such a wireless application on helicopters in service in the frame of health monitoring system.
Practical Aspects of Designing Background-oriented Schlieren (BOS) Experiments for Vortex Measurements
Authors:   German Aerospace Center (DLR), Schwarz Clemens , Braukmann Johannes
Published: September 2022

Setup-related aspects of background-oriented schlieren (BOS) experiments are discussed focusing on a sensitivity parameter S, which represents the relation between light deflection and resulting BOS signal, and the geometric blur. An analytic expression for the geometric blur by means of the circle of confusion (CoC) was derived which shows a proportional relation to the sensitivity factor S. The theoretical findings were validated in a reference experiment using generic distortions in glass plates. It was found that the filtering effect of the blur decreases the maximum background shift and its influence can be expressed with a blur loss factor B, which depends on the size of the CoC in relation to the investigated object. Multiplying the setup sensitivity S with the blur loss B results in the effective sensitivity Seff that determines the maximum achievable BOS signal of a schlieren object. For the investigated reference objects, the maximum effective sensitivity Seff was found to occur at CoC sizes in the object domain from 2.5 to 3.8 times the extent of the investigated objects. A step-by-step method is proposed for designing BOS experiments to obtain a maximum signal strength. The design parameters are further discussed specifically in regard to rotor tip vortex visualization, for which a variety of previously reported experiments are compared. A simple prediction method for the BOS signal of blade tip vortices is proposed and validated with experimental data from a rotor test stand. The application of the method to rotor systems of different size shows the requirement for increasingly higher sensitivity values for visualizing vortices of small-scale rotors.
Acceleration of Heuristic Motion Planning for Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Authors:   Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Thelasingha Neelanga , Nallan Kaushik , Julius A. , Mishra Sandipan
Published: September 2022

In this paper, we propose a heuristic-based fast motion planning framework which can be readily incorporated by the on-board path planner of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) to generate safe and efficient trajectories while traversing through challenging environments cluttered with obstacles. The proposed planning technique is effective for the scenarios where the exact obstacle locations need to be detected during flight and the obstacle detection range is limited by degraded environmental conditions like fog. Unlike many kinematic based planning strategies, the generated planned trajectories can be tracked effectively as they preserve the dynamics of the UAV. The planning problem is graphically represented by discretizing input and state spaces to facilitate usage of discrete search algorithms. We also propose a heuristic calculation strategy based on dynamics relaxation to accurately encode the obstacle. The Bellman optimality condition is used to modify the heuristic to facilitate faster search. This faster planning contributes to requiring a reduced minimum obstacle detection range for receding horizon planning. The proposed algorithm has been compared against an off-the-shelf nonlinear program solver and the proposed method produced superior planning times and feasible trajectories avoiding collisions. Further, we analyzed the sub-optimality of the planned trajectories and the minimum obstacle detection range required for the receding horizon planning framework.
Validation of Scanned Propeller Geometry for Simulation Modeling
Authors:   DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory, Reddinger Jean-Paul , Avera Michael , Singh Rajneesh
Published: September 2022

3Dscanning technology is used to acquire the airfoil geometry, twist, taper, and chord distribution of several propellers spanning 10-15" in diameter. Sectional airload properties are then derived from the geometry using the HAM2D computational fluid dynamics solver and construct an RCAS model of each propeller. A comparison between the scan-derived RCAS model and experimentally obtained thrust and torque measurements in hover shows generally reasonable agreement for integrated airloads, with predictions within 5% of thrust and 8% of torque. Representative scanning accuracy error is injected in the model to identify the mode of error which has the largest impact on the predictions, between airfoil geometry (camber), chord length, and twist distribution. It is determined that imprecise scanning and error in the measured twist distribution provides the greatest source of modeling error (5.9%) through this process, likely due the the reliance of these parameters on as little as two scan points. The importance of Reynolds effect modeling at this scale is also confirmed.
Simulation Model Update and Optimized Control Design of a Sub-Scale Flybarless Helicopter
Authors:   Bihrle Applied Research, Walker Jeffry ,   Tischler Aeronautics, Tischler Mark
Published: September 2022

This paper demonstrates simulation model updates using black-box filters and the application of Froude scaled ADS33 specifications to design an inner- and outer-loop control system for a sub-scale flybarless helicopter. The black-box filters provide a simple and effective update to the vehicle plant resulting in accurate translation of design to flight. Design specifications for manned rotorcraft specified by ADS-33 are Froude scaled and applied as design minimums with adjustments made to accommodate limiting vehicle dynamics. The control system is optimized using CONDUIT® and design margin optimization is used to maximize the vehicle performance. Flight testing is conducted to validate the control laws using system identification and the vehicle performance is demonstrated using scaled Mission Task Elements.
A Study of the Influence of Motor-ESC Dynamics on Multi Rotor Vehicle Disturbance Rejection
Authors:   Defence Science and Technology Group, Lehmann Rhys ,   TuDelft, Ceelen Stef
Published: September 2022

Unmanned aerial systems (UAS) are being operated in increasingly complex environments, and robust disturbance rejection is critical in enabling these systems to operate effectively in these environments. Previous studies have indicated that the actuator dynamics of multirotor systems can be a major limiting factor in the overall disturbance rejection. In this paper, a detailed study of multirotor actuator dynamics was conducted based on experimental results collected during bench tests and in a small wind tunnel. Time and frequency domain system identification techniques were utilised to characterise the actuator response across a broad range of throttle levels. Comparisons were made between various Electronic Speed Controller (ESC), motor and rotor configurations, highlighting the spread of actuator dynamics with different hardware selections. In addition, a range of factors associated with improved actuator response characteristics were identified. Subsequently, two actuator configurations were selected for evaluation in a flight test using a small quadrotor vehicle, based on results from laboratory tests. A measureable improvement in vehicle disturbance rejection from the baseline configuration to the updated hardware was demonstrated during the flight test, validating the lab results.
Optimizing Battery Life in Conventional Helicopters: Selection, Charging, Storage, and Maintenance
Authors:   Bell Textron Inc., Neus Mike , Powell Jerome , Zreet Collin
Published: September 2022

Conventional helicopters are equipped with a main battery to provide power for many situations including pre- and post-flight operational checks, engine starting, and emergency in-flight backup power. Historical field data indicates the average replacement interval for main batteries on commercial helicopters are on the order of 1,000 Flight Hours. This makes main batteries one of the most frequently replaced non-consumable items on fielded helicopters. Other industries, such as renewable energy and space flight, show us much longer lifetimes are possible. This paper discusses the factors that influence helicopter main battery service lives for Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) and Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery types. The most common main battery failure modes and their causes are discussed. Considerations for battery selection during system design, associated charging algorithms, storage, and periodic maintenance requirements are identified. These factors and knowledge of battery failure modes are used to provide guidance to optimize AGM and LFP main battery life.
Insomnia in cancer patients – A survey of health-care professionals’ views and current practice in Romania
Authors: Chiriac Valentina-Fineta , Moşoiu Daniela-Viorica
Published: September 2022

Background:

Changes in the quality of sleep are reported often in cancer patients and have a major impact on general health. However, insomnia tends to be insufficiently evaluated and managed.

Aim:

The aim of the study was to analyze the perception of clinical staff working in oncology units regarding patients’ sleep disorders. Furthermore, we assessed the prevalence of insomnia in this category of professionals.

Materials and Methods:

The study was cross sectional and used a descriptive and correlational design. Clinical personnel working in oncology departments were invited to complete a questionnaire regarding sleep problems in patients, and optionally, the Pittsburgh sleep quality index questionnaire was administered. Correlations between age, profession, experience, and their responses were statistically analyzed.

Results:

We gathered 101 responses, with 63.4% coming from doctors. With one exception, all professionals observed changes in sleep patterns in patients, but less than a third were actively looking for these problems and only three health professionals used questionnaires. No significant differences in answers were noted based on age, profession, or experience. Regarding professionals, 45.6% of them had impaired sleep based on the Pittsburgh questionnaire results.

Conclusion:

Oncology staff are aware of the existence and impact of sleep problems, but active assessment for sleep problems is low. There is a relative high prevalence of poor sleep quality among oncology staff. In order to improve the well-being of patients, the quality of sleep should be documented as part of the care plan. The existence of guidelines is desirable.
A dichotomy for topological full groups
Authors: Scarparo Eduardo
Published: September 2022

Given a minimal action$\alpha $of a countable group on the Cantor set, we show that the alternating full group$\mathsf {A}(\alpha )$is non-amenable if and only if the topological full group$\mathsf {F}(\alpha )$is$C^*$-simple. This implies, for instance, that the Elek–Monod example of non-amenable topological full group coming from a Cantor minimal$\mathbb {Z}^2$-system is$C^*$-simple.
Validation of the Dutch version of the 22-item Sino-Nasal Outcome Test (SNOT-22)
Authors: Dietz de Loos D.A.E. , Cornet M.E. , Fokkens W.J. , Reitsma S.
Published: September 2022

Background: The 22-item Sino-Nasal Outcome Test (SNOT-22) is a widely used questionnaire to measure disease-specific health-related quality of life in patients with chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS). The Dutch version has not been validated yet. Methods: The SNOT-22 was translated through a forward-backward translation technique and validated by a test-retest protocol in CRS patients, a responsiveness analysis in CRS patients treated with dupilumab, while using healthy individuals as controls. Results: The Dutch SNOT-22 showed excellent test-retest properties, good responsiveness to treatment with dupilumab, and a clear distinction between outcomes of CRS patients and healthy controls. Conclusion: The Dutch version of the SNOT-22 is a valid outcome measure in CRS patients.
Foliage yield of fluted pumpkin (telfairia occidentalis hook f.) As influenced by organic manure and cutting frequencies on soil of calabar, nigeria.
Authors: Okechukwu C. Umunnakwe,  , Joyce F. Akpan,  , Fidelis V. Aberagi,
Published: September 2022

Field experiment was conducted in the 2019 and 2020 early cropping seasons at the University of Calabar Teaching and Research Farm, Calabar, to assess the foliage yield of fluted pumpkin (Telfairia occidentalis Hook F.) as affected by organic manure and cutting frequency on soil of Calabar. The experiment was a factorial combination of four poultry manure rates (0, 3, 6 and 9 tonnes per hectare) and three cutting frequency (2, 3 and 4 weekly intervals), laid out in randomized complete block design (RCBD) with three replications. Data were collected on vine length, number of leaves, internode length, fresh leaves, dry matter weights and soil physico-chemical properties, and analyzed. Significant means were compared using Fisher’s Least Significant Difference (FLSD) at 5 % probability. Results indicated that the sand proportions decreased after harvest while the silt and clay proportions, the soil pH, total nitrogen, organic carbon, organic matter, potassium, magnesium, effective cation exchange capacity (ECEC) and base saturation all increased after harvest in both cropping years. There were significant (p <.0. 05) effects of PM, cutting frequency and their interactions on vine length, number of leaves, internode length, fresh leaves and leaves dry matter weights in both years of study. Plots treated with 9 t/ha of PM produced the longest vines, higher number of leaves, heavier fresh leaf and leaf dry matter. This was followed by plots treated with 6 t/ha of PM while the lowest was the plot with zero PM treatment. Foliage harvest at 3-weekly cut intervals produced the highest cumulative number of leaves, fresh leaf and leaf dry matter weights, followed by the 4-weekly cut intervals while the lowest was the 2-weekly cut intervals. The interaction of 9 t/ha PM with 3-weekly cut intervals produced the best effect and is therefore recommended.
Comparative evaluation of partial replacement of soybean meal with raw and oven-dried cassia tora seedmeal on the performance of broiler chickens
Authors: U. U., Ndak, , O. O., Usoro, , G. I., Christopher, , A. C., Okonkwo, , I. E., Ekette,
Published: September 2022

This study was conducted to comparatively evaluate partial replacement of soybean meal with raw and oven-dried Cassia tora seed meal (CTSM) on the performance of broiler chickens. An eight-week feeding trial involving two hundred and eighty eight (288), day-old chicks purchased from a reputable chick dealer in Uyo Metropolis was used for the study. Four experimental diets each of raw and oven-dried CTSM was formulated such that diets 1, 2, 3, and 4 contained 0%, 5%, 10%, and 15% CTSM respectively. The birds were randomly assigned to the eight dietary treatments of 36 birds each. A treatment was replicated thrice, with 12 birds per replicate in a completely randomized design (CRD). The parameters evaluated were body weight gain, feed intake, feed conversion ratio and blood parameters. Data obtained were subjected to analysis of variance (ANOVA), using SPSS version 20. The results showed that the dietary treatments significantly influenced the growth indices. Weight gain was highest at 10% inclusion of raw CTSM and also at 15% inclusion of oven-dried CTSM. Feed intake response was highest at 10% inclusion of raw CTSM and 15% inclusion of oven-dried CTSM while feed conversion ratio (FCR) was greatly improved at these inclusion levels. The inclusion of raw and oven-dried CTSM at 10% and 15% respectively did not adversely affect carcass qualities and organs. Inclusion of raw CTSM up to 15% adversely affected carcass quality and haematological parameters. Also, haematological parameters of broiler chicken were best at 10% and 15% inclusion of raw and oven-dried CTSM respectively. When all parameters were considered, performance of broiler chickens was best at 10% inclusion of raw CTSM and 15% inclusion of oven-dried CTSM. It is therefore recommended that raw CTSM can only be incorporated into the diets of broiler chickens up to 10% without any detrimental effect. But oven-dried CTSM can be incorporated up to 15% without any detrimental effect.
Effectiveness of use of information and communication technologies (icts) by extension agents and arable crop farmers in ido loal government area, oyo state, nigeria
Authors: O. O., Olayemi, , O. C., Odeyale, , J. O. Ogunsola, , A. A., Tunde-Francis, , O. O., Olawale, , E. A., Ogunlana,
Published: September 2022

The study was undertaken to ascertain effectiveness of use of ICTs by extension agents and arable crop farmers in Ido local government area Oyo State. Multiple stage sampling procedure was used to select 105 respondents for the study. Data were collected from the respondents through the use of structured questionnaire.. Descriptive statistics such as; mean, frequency table, and percentage were used to analysed data while inferential statistical tools such as Chi-square and Pearson Product Moment correlation (PPMC) were used to tested the hypotheses of the study. The result of the study showed that majority of the respondents were in the age bracket of 31-40 years, which could be categorized as adults, and more of them were males, while majority of them were married. Result revealed the level of ICTs used by extension agents for arable crop farmers were radio (97.1%), mobile phone (92.4%) and internet (81.9%).The result further shows major constraints militating the effectiveness of use of ICTs were network problem in the study area. There is no significant relationship between constraint and level of ICTs used by the arable crops farmer in the study area. It is therefore recommended that government should ensure that farmers should have access to and use ICTs by putting policies in place to ensure all rural area have access to ICTs tools ,also  awareness on the use of ICTs should be intensify among arable crop farmers.
Yard wastes generation, management and utilization in nigeria
Authors: Osikabor, B.,  , Adeleye, A. S.,  , Oyelami, B. A.,
Published: September 2022

Yard waste is a major constituent of municipal solid waste (MSW) that contain elements that can be used by microorganisms during biological degradation of MSW but whose economic values are less than the cost of collection, transportation, and processing for beneficial use. It is generated from the gardens, plant nurseries, road sweepings, and so on. Yard waste generation is inevitable in any society, and it is clear that rapid urbanization has resulted in significantly more yard waste generation than previously. Gardening is common in communities, whether rural and urban, resulting in garden wastes such as leaves, wood trimmings and grass clipping.  At present, most of the yard wastes in Nigeria are illegally dumped into abandoned waste lands or burn up which is very harmful and had raised concerns for the environmental and human health.  However, due to a lack of corresponding policy support and management requirements for yard waste usage in Nigeria, this study proposes remedies and proposals for yard waste utilization that are appropriate for Nigeria, based on successful technologies and regulations. So based on the real situation in Nigeria, it is imperative to replace the traditional methods of yard waste management with innovative ones to promote their proper utilization..
Determinants of effective control of accidents in the port of Mombasa, Kenya.
Authors: Kiogora Nahashon Manyara , Kinyua Robert , Gichuhi Margaret
Published: September 2022

Mombasa port plays a pivotal role in the economic development of East and Central African countries where goods of varying hazards transit the port. The risk of serious accidents is inevitable due dangerous operations involving cranes and handling of hazardous materials. Ports are potential sources of accidents such as spills, explosions, fires, toxic fumes The goal of this study was to evaluate determinants of effective control of accidents in the port of Mombasa. The study employed a descriptive survey research design where structured questionnaires were used to collect data. Random sampling was used to identify 248 study participants from a population of 650 workers. Data was analyzed using SPSS version 20 at 95% confidence interval. Data was subjected to descriptive tests to determine proportions as well as chi square test and presented using graphs and tables. The rates of occupational accidents in Mombasa port were significantly high with 99.5% of the port workers reporting to have witnessed occurrence of accidents. Accidents reported by port workers include crane failure, chemical spillage, fire accidents and explosions. The main container terminal had recorded the highest number of occupational accidents compared to other terminals. There was a significant association between training on accident hazards and improvement on understanding of accident prevention (X2 = 0.029 P= 0.05 DF = 1). study reveal that training on accident would help reduce occurrence. The determinants of effective control of accidents in the port of Mombasa that were studied included: Safe sytems of work, risk assessment, cargo handling equipment and training.
Testing and validation of a modified bride-type nonsuperconducting fault current limiter
Authors: Fokui Willy Stephen Tounsi , Saulo Michael , Ngoo Livingstone
Published: September 2022

As the amount of distributed generation (DG) integrated into the distribution network keeps increasing, this leads to an increase in the levels of fault current in the network, and this will result in the network having a fault current above what the existing protecting devices can handle. Hence, an upgrade of protective devices will be necessitated. A lot of techniques have been developed to mitigate against high fault currents. Some of these techniques with their limitations include current-limiting fuses that need constant replacement after an operation; circuit breakers that are very expensive for high current applications; isolation transformers that result in additional network power losses; and current-limiting and air-core reactors that impede the voltage stability of the network. Following these shortcomings, fault current limiters saw the light as the paramount solution to restrain fault currents in the distribution network. This research work is a follow-up of previous research that was on the design of a modified bridge-type nonsuperconducting fault current limiter (MBNSFCL) for application in the distribution network. In this paper, the designed MBNSFCL is tested and validated on two standard IEEE distribution networks, which are the IEEE 13 and the 33 node test networks. The simulation was done using PSCAD/EMTDC. In the case of the IEEE 13 node, the occurrence of a 3 phase to ground fault on the swing bus leads to the source current shooting from an amplitude of 0.602 kA on phase A, 0.335 kA on phase B, and 0.356 kA on phase C to 34.996 kA on phase A, 35.126 kA on phase B, and 34.983 kA on phase C. The fitting of the MBNSFCL into the test network restrains the fault current below the nominal line current, a level at which the circuit breaker can comfortably clear. The virtue of the MBNSFCL is also established when tested on the IEEE 33 node test network. This reveals the reliability of the proposed MBNSFCL for application in the distribution network.
The Roots of Racism
Authors: Givens Terri E.
Published: September 2022

This important book examines the past, present, and future of racist ideas and politics, showing how policies have developed over a long history of European and White American dominance of political institutions.
Implementation of CERDIK Model on the Knowledge Level of Adolescents About Hypertension Prevention in pandemic Area of East Telukjambe Center of Public Health (PUSKESMAS) Karawang Regency in 2021
Authors: Erlena Erlena
Published: September 2022

One of the problems that contributed to the largest numbers of mortality and maternal morbidity was anemia during the postpartum period. It is estimated that 50-80% of women suffer from anemia 48 hours after birth. Anemia in women is associated with increased birth Infant Low Birth Weight (LBW), prematurity, maternal and child deaths, and infections. This study aims to identify the relationship between dietary patterns and the incidence of iron deficiency anemia in post Partum mothers at dr. Zainoel Abidin hospital Banda Aceh. This research is a quantitative study with a cross-sectional study design. This research was conducted from June to September 2019 with 102 respondents selected through the non-probability sampling method. Respondents were postpartum mothers who were treated in room 2 (obstetric inpatient room). The study technique was carried out by giving a questionnaire and a hemoglobin check has been carried out using an HB meter.  The data obtained were analyzed using the chi-square statistical test with a confidence level of 95%. This study found that the prevalence of anemia was  49,0% of respondents had mild anemia (Hb levels 9-10,9 gr/dl), 10,8% had moderate anemia (Hb levels 7-8,9 gr/dl), and 40,2% not having anemia (Hb levels >11gr / dl). Overall, there is a significant relationship between dietary patterns and the incidence of anemia in postpartum mothers at dr. Zainoel Abidin Banda Aceh (p-value 0,032).
The Influence of Availability of Facilities, Role of Health Workers and Attitudes of Pregnant Women on the Behavior of Pregnant Women Performing Pregnancy Checkups During the Covid-19 Pandemic at Cibinong Hospital
Authors: Febiandi Reza , Al-Bahra Al-Bahra , Sumarmi Sumarmi
Published: September 2022

The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of the availability of facilities, the role of health workers, family support, self-efficacy and the attitudes of pregnant women to the behavior of pregnant women during pregnancy check-ups during the Covid-19 pandemic at Cibinong Hospital. The method used in this study is a quantitative approach that uses a cross-sectional design. The sample used was 100 pregnant women as respondents. The analytical method used is the Structural Equation Model (SEM) using SmartPLS 2.0 and SPSS 20. The results of hypothesis testing with the Structural Equation Model (SEM) with the smartPLS method found that behavioral variables by village pregnant women in Bogor Regency were influenced by the influence of Facility Availability (23 .29%), the role of health workers (6.87%), and attitudes of pregnant women (15.43%) in Bogor Regency. Availability of facilities is the dominant factor influencing behavior by pregnant women in Cibinong Hospital. The worse the availability of facilities at the Cibinong Hospital, the lower the behavior of pregnant women in Bogor Regency. The need for procurement of facilities Availability of facilities for pregnant women to facilitate regular visits after delivery and health services to provide a consultation room for pregnant women.
Hubungan Faktor Resiko Pekerjaan dengan Kejadian Katarak di Poli Mata RSUD Meuraxa Banda Aceh
Authors: Aprilia Rifdah
Published: September 2022

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan faktor resiko pekerjaan dengan kejadian katarak di RSUD Meuraxa dengan menggunakan design penelitian case control yaitu membuat dua kelompok pembanding.  Sampel di dalam penelitian ini sebanyak 63 responden yang terdiri dari 30 pasien katarak dan 33 pasien yang bukan katarak. Hasil penelitian ini di dapatkan 30 orang (47,6%) yang mengalami katarak dan 33 orang (52,4%) tidak mengalami katarak. Dari hasil analisis data didapatkan nilai P value = 0,004 (α=0,005) yang berarti Ho ditolak Ha diterima. Hal ini mennjukkan adanya hubungan faktor resiko pekerjaan dengan kejadian katarak. Hasil penelitian ini mengindikasikan pentingnya edukasi tentang pencegahan faktor resiko pekerjaan yang dapat mengakibatkan terjadinya katarak pada masyarakat.
Faktor-Faktor yang Berhubungan dengan Kekambuhan Pasien Skizofrenia di Puskesmas Sepatan dan Puskesmas Kedaung Barat Tahun 2019
Authors: Mashfupah Siti
Published: September 2022

Desain penelitian metode korelasi dengan pendekatan cross sectional. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah seluruh pasien skizofenia di Puskesmas Sepatan dan Puskesmas Kedaung Barat Kabupaten Tangerang tahun 2020, yaitu sebanyak 97 orang. Sampel diambil berdasarkan total populasi yaitu sebanyak 97 responden. Penelitian ini menggunakan analisis univariat dan bivariat dengan uji koefisien korelasi. Hasil: berdasarkan analisis univariat dari 97 orang, mayoritas skizofenia yang tidak kambuh sebesar 51,5%, faktor genetik ya sebesar 61,9%, kepatuhan minum obat yang patuh sebesar 60,8%, pengetahuan keluarga yang baik sebesar 54,6%, dukungan keluarga baik sebesar 60,8% dan dukungan tenaga kesehatan yang baik sebesar 68%. Hasil analisis bivariat dengan uji koefisien korelasi didapat ada hubungan antara faktor genetik (p-value 0,001), kepatuhan minum obat (p-value 0,000), pengetahuan keluarga (p-value 0,000), dukungan keluarga (p-value 0,001), dan dukungan tenaga kesehatan (p-value 0,029), dengan kekambuhan pasien skizofenia. Kesimpulan Berdasarkan hasil koefisien korelasi didapatkan nilai tingkat hubungan tertinggi yaitu pada kepatuhan minum obat (r = 0,743). Saran diharapkan tenaga kesehatan untuk meningkatkan frekuensi penyuluhan dan memberikan konseling kepada pasien dan keluarga pasien agar pasien dan keluarga tahu tentang kekambuhan yang dapat terjadi karena tidak patuh minum obat.
Analisis Pelaksanaan Bundles Care Ido terhadap Kejadian Infeksi Daerah Operasi dan Dampaknya terhadap Lama Rawat Pasien
Authors: Pudji Wahyuningsih Ike
Published: September 2022

Latar Belakang Rumah sakit merupakan health care system yang didalamnya terdapat system surveillance sebagai upaya pencegahan dan pengendalian, termasuk pengendalian infeksi. Salah satu bentuk HAIs yaitu infeksi daerah operasi. Infeksi daerah operasi adalah masalah yang umum dengan tingkat kejadian secara global mencapai hingga 18%. Pencegahan infeksi daerah operasi dapat dilakukan dengan penerapan bundles care IDO yaitu pencukuran rambut dilakukan jika mengganggu jalannya operasi dan dilakukan sesegera mungkin sebelum tindakan operasi. Antibiotik profilaksis diberikan satu jam sebelum tindakan operasi sesuai dengan empirik. Temperatur tubuh harus dalam kondisi normal. Kadar gula darah dipertahankan dalam keadaan normal. Pelaksanaan bundles care ido yang baik diharapkan dapat menurunkan kejadian infeksi daerah operasi. Metode Penelitian yang dilakukan adalah metode kajian literatur. Penelusuran literatur diperoleh dari data base online PubMed, google scholar, google search, dari tahun 2015-2020 untuk jurnal full text dengan keyword Bundles care, surgical site infection, antibiotic profilaksis, infeksi luka operasi, surgical checklist, LOS. Setelah dilakukan search didapatkan 52 artikel terdiri dari 30 artikel pada PUBMED,10 artikel dari google scholar dan 12 artikel dari google search yang sesuai dengan kriteria inklusi dan eksklusi ditemukan 9 artikel. Hasil Pelaksanaan bundles care ido yang tepat dapat menurunkan angka infeksi daerah operasi dan bahkan dapat mencegah timbulnya infeksi daerah operasi
Hubungan Waktu Tunggu Pendaftaran Dengan Kepuasan Pasien Di Tempat Pendaftaran Pasien Rawat Jalan Di Puskesmas Kedaung Barat Kabupaten Tangerang Tahun 2020
Authors: Supandi Dedi , Imanuddin Bayu
Published: September 2022

The quality of health services in health centers and hospitals is strongly influenced by the quality of physical facilities, the types of personnel available, medicines and medical devices, and the process of service delivery. Services are formed based on the principle of Service Quality, namely speed starting from the registration waiting time. According to the 2016 Ministry of Health, the outpatient waiting time of less than 60 minutes can increase customer / patient satisfaction above 90%. Objective  to determine the relationship between registration waiting time and patient satisfaction at the outpatient registration site at the Kedaung Barat Public Health Center, Tangerang Regency, 2020. Research design: included an analytical survey with a cross sectional approach. Samples were taken using the Stanley Lameshow formula with unknown proportions, and the total sample size was 196 respondents. Sampling using accidental sampling technique. This study used univariate and bivariate analysis with Chi Square test. Results based on univariate analysis of 196 people, the majority of the waiting time for fast registration was 79.6%, the patients were satisfied by 69.9%. The results of the bivariate analysis with the chi square test found that there was a relationship between registration waiting time and patient satisfaction (p value 0.000) and the closeness value of 2 variables OR = 29.693. Conclusion: from the relationship between waiting time and satisfaction, it is known that fast waiting times have a 30 times chance of making patients feel satisfied. Suggestion  for health workers are expected to have commitment and time discipline in providing services according to a predetermined schedule, guidelines and competencies that are owned consistently and in a structured manner
Pengaruh Nesting Terhadap Perubahan Fisiologi Dan Perilakubayi Prematur Di Ruang Perinatologi Rsud Kabupaten Tangerang Tahun 2020
Authors: Kuraesin Iis , Setia Sari Ria , Ratna Sari Febi
Published: September 2022

Bayi premature dapat diartikan bayi yang lahir yang tidak memperhitungkan berat badan lahir dengan usia kelahiran atau usia gestasi 37 minggu. Berdasarkan data Prevalensi premature untuk kasus kematian bayi baru lahir diperkirakan 15 % dari angka 1000 kelahiran didunia dan negara dengan sosio-ekonomi rendah.Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui pengaruh nesting terhadap perubahan fisiologis (frekuensi napas, frekuensi nadi, saturasi oksigen) dan perilaku bayi prematur. Rancangan penelitian ini adalah menggunakan quai eksperimental dengan desaign one group pretest posttest yang melibatkan satu kelompok subjek. Sampel penelitian sebanyak 45 bayi premtur yang dirawat di Pernatologi Rumah Sakit Umum Daerah Tangerang dan dipilih denga teknik purposive sampling. Data hasil penelitian dianalisis dengan menggunakan paired t-test dan wilcoxon test. Hasil analisis menunjukan ada pengaruh yang signifikan dari penggunaan nesting terhadap perilaku bayi prematur (p= 0,000) dan terhadap peningkatan saturasi oksigen bayi prematur, frekwensi napas dan frekwensi nadi yaitu dengan nilai (p=0,000). Penggunaan nesting sebagai bentuk developmental care dapat memfasilitasi pencapaian istirahat yang lebih baik (yang ditandai dengan keteraturan fungsi fisiologis dan  pencapaian perilaku tidur tenang), sehingga perlu diimplementasikan dalam perawatan bayi prematur di ruang perinatolog
Toxicidade de fungicidas utilizados na produção integrada de citros sobre o ácaro predador Euseius concordis chant (Mesostigmata: Phytoseiidae)
Authors: Soares Aline Aparecida Franco , Zanardi Odimar Zanuzo , Jacob Cynthia Renata de Oliveira , De Oliveira Monique Bárbara Rosa , Bordini Gabriela Pavan , Yamamoto Pedro Takao
Published: September 2022

Os pomares cítricos brasileiros são acometidos por um relevante número de fungos fitopatogênicos que, se não controlados, geram uma grande redução na produção de frutos. O controle dos fungos causadores de doença é feito basicamente com uso de fungicidas, inorgânicos e orgânicos, que podem afetar negativamente a população de ácaros predadores na área. Dessa forma, o estudo visou avaliar os fungicidas recomendados para a produção integrada de citros (PICitros) quanto ao efeito letal sobre ovos, larvas e adultos e subletais sobre adultos do ácaro predador Euseius concordis Chant (Mesostigmata: Phytoseiidae), assim como a persistência do efeito letal dos produtos mais nocivos aos adultos deste predador em testes de semi-campo, além de estimar os parâmetros de tabela de vida da progênie (efeito transgeracional) deste ácaro predador. Os resultados permitiram identificar que os fungicidas avaliados apresentaram baixa toxicidade ao ácaro predador E. concordis. Os fungicidas difenoconozal, piraclostrobina e trifloxistrobina + tebuconazol foram considerados de vida curta e o hidróxido de cobre como levemente persistente, por ter causado mortalidade de 46% até 7 dias após a pulverização. Nas avaliações dos efeitos transgeraconais, observou-se que o fungicida hidróxido de cobre aumentou significativamente o período embrionário e reduziu o tempo de vida de adultos (fêmea e macho), o período de oviposição e a fecundidade, além de interferir negativamente na taxa líquida de reprodução (Ro), taxa intrínseca de aumento (rm) e na razão finita de aumento (λ) estimados da progênie, podendo indicar que este fungicida deve ser usado com critérios em um programa de manejo integrado de pragas nos pomares de citros.
The Digitalization of Distributor Management System at Pertamina Lubricants: Issues and Solutions on the Implementation Stage
Authors:   School of Business and Management, Institut Teknologi Bandung, Yudanto Indra
Published: September 2022

Pertamina Lubricants has stated digital transformation as one of its breakthrough projects to accelerate digitalization as one of its strategic initiatives. This strategic initiative has objectives to enhance channel management and the capability of distributors as strategic business partners to achieve their sales volume target set by the management of Pertamina Lubricants. This journal aims to evaluate and improve the digital distributor management system to help distributors of Pertamina Lubricants achieve their sales volume target.
How American Businesses Could Approach Trade with Companies in South America that Are Located in Adequate and Non-Adequate Countries
Authors:   Touro University Worldwide
Published: September 2022

This essay discusses the legal data privacy issues faced when doing business with a European Union (EU) member or a GDPR-compliant country that is not a member of the EU. The EU data transfer requirements are briefly explained, followed by a description of the South American nations that are General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)-complaint or near GDPR- compliant, including Argentina, Brazil, Chile, and Uruguay. The paper talks about whether the United States or any of the states in the Union can be considered by the European Commission (EC) to be an adequate country and the impacts of the United States not being an adequate country. The former United States Privacy Shield (Shield) and its predecessor, the International Safe Harbor Privacy Principles (ISHPP), both of which were invalidated by the EC. Although the United States and the EU recently announced the Trans-Atlantic Data Privacy Framework (TADPF), the EC is anticipated to invalidate this framework. It is recommended that companies employ the pre-approved standard contractual clauses (SCCs) as the least risky endeavor to assure personal data privacy. The paper then turns to the issues involved in leveraging existing privacy policies. In this regard, the United States’ sectoral approach to privacy is examined. The leverage issues that exist when interacting with GDPR-complaint countries are considered. Two lists of recommendations are presented, the first list being more general-purposes, while the second list is specific. The paper concludes by observing that a firm should analyze the privacy laws under which it is covered, select the most inclusive policies and procedures so that the company is compliant with the GDPR and state and federal sectoral laws, and implement the resulting conservative privacy framework.
Please leave me alone! Understanding the Effect of Excessive Cold Calling on Pushing the Prospects Away: The Case of Real Estate Development Market
Authors:   College of Management and Technology, Arab Academy for Science Technology and Maritime Transport, Smart Village Campus
Published: September 2022

This study aims to create a conceptual model that identifies the characteristics that drive prospects away from cold calling and vice versa. As a result, the researcher begins by studying prior theories and models of sales management to discover the appropriate variables for this model. A model has been created and tested, providing a framework for understanding how to enhance the results of the sales cold calls on purchasing intention. In addition, the study concludes with recommendations and implications for marketing scholars and practitioners.
Factors That Effect the Exchange Rate of Large Chili Farmers, In the City of Malang, Indonesia
Authors:   Master of Agrubusiness Study Program, Faculty of Agriculture, UPN “Veteran” Jawa Timur, Indonesia
Published: September 2022

Nowadays, the world economy is experiencing a decline, one of which is affected by the agricultural sector. The welfare of farmers is questioned, especially in Indonesia, where there are already many paddy fields but still farmers who are not prosperous. There are several factors that affect the level of welfare of these farmers. Therefore, this study analyzes the factors that influence the farmer's exchange rate (NTP) for large chilies in Kalipare Village, Malang Regency. This research was conducted directly. This research method uses saturated sampling technique with multiple linear regression analysis tool. The results of this study indicate that the factors that affect Farmer's Exchange Rate (NTP) are planted area, producer, seed price and production.
Quality of Public Services in Local Governments in Indonesia : A Study of Capital Expenditures and Government Internal Control Systems
Authors:   Master Program in Accounting, Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia
Published: September 2022

Regional autonomy is a policy the central government gives to local governments to regulate their regions. One of these authority policies is public service. Public services are a series of activities in the form of services following the law's mandate in the form of goods and services to fulfill general needs for the welfare of society. Public services for the community come from the realization of local government budgets with an internal control mechanism to regulate the fulfillment of public services. Increased budget realization can support regional infrastructure to provide better public services. Capital expenditure is not a service; if it is used as a service, it is necessary to have a supervisory mechanism such as an internal supervisor of the local government to support the fulfillment of better public services and improve the welfare of the community. The increase in capital expenditure, where the output is assets, is the most tangible thing that is felt by the community; it is necessary to have internal control within the local government, namely the maturity of the SPIP to run effectively and efficiently. This study examines the effect of capital expenditure and SPIP maturity on public services. The sample and population used in this study were 514 local governments with up to 1887 all local governments in Indonesia during 2016 – 2019. The results of this study are that capital expenditure variables have a positive effect on public services, and SPIP maturity has a positive effect on public services.
INTERNAL CONSTRUCTIONS: Valuation, Reclassification, Impact On Ratios And Cash Flows.
Authors:   Full Professor in Business Administration,Management Department- Ca’Foscari Venezia, Avi Maria Silvia
Published: September 2022

In-house constructions represent assets built within the company with the labour force carrying out its activities. Such assets are tangible multi-year assets and, therefore, like all tangible multi-year assets, are depreciable according to the standard depreciation rules. In-house constructions pose problems at the valuation level as, at times, errors can note in the allocation of costs. In addition, there are logical errors in the reclassification of internal constructions within the reclassified balance sheet and the calculation of cash flows. These issues will be discussed in more detail in the following pages, highlighting the most frequent errors and the most appropriate solutions.