bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Integrating deep learning in target tracking applications, as enabler of control systems
Authors: Mihalca Vlad Ovidiu , Moldovan Ovidiu , Țarcă Ianina , Anton Daniel , Noje Dan
Published: November 2024

Target tracking is a key component of control systems with applications in various domains. Several examples of commercial applications may be given, which benefit from this technology: the development of car collision avoidance systems which must detect and track potential obstacles and hazards, or the development of UAVs that can track and record the evolution of athletes. For the purpose of our research, this technology was developed and tested as part of a less complex application. The current work describes a simple yet practical implementation of vision-based control for a mobile robot system. In the experiment, we used a mobile robot as target and a similar robot as follower. To achieve the tracking task, the used strategy involves the detection of a specific visual object mounted on the target, by extracting its features which are then used in issuing control commands within a remotely-closed loop. A Deep Learning approach is used for object detection, incorporating a detector model into the strategy while preserving an explicit controller in the overall scheme. The carried experiment has proven that this new approach provides the expected results, which make it a suitable tool for development of larger scale applications of control systems.
H∞- Static Output Feedback based Load Frequency Control of an Interconnected Power System with Regional Pole Placement
Authors: Bondalapati Srikanth , Dey Rajeeb , Barna Cornel , Balas Valentina Emilia
Published: November 2024

This paper presents the design of an H∞-based Restricted Static Output Feedback (RSOF) controller with regional pole placement in Linear Matrix Inequality (LMI) framework for Load Frequency Control (LFC) of a 2-area Interconnected Power System (IPS). The motivation behind the RSOF controller is to develop a controller with a predefined structure for implementing centralized and decentralized control strategy as per need. In this work a new stabilization criterion is developed by choosing circle and strip LMI regions for pole-placement along with the use of Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO) technique to tune the scalar parameters for the feasibility of the developed LMI criterion. The designed controller (both centralized and decentralized structure) with the above modifications improves the transient response of the frequency output. The designed controller is tested on a 2-area LFC model incorporating both conventional and renewable energy sources. Simulation results validate the effectiveness of the designed controller in attenuating disturbance and also enhancing the transient response. A comparative analysis is presented for various controllers, highlighting their performance differences.
A hierarchical clustering analysis of the management accounting practices perceptions in Romania
Authors: Cuc Lavinia Denisia , Rad Dana , Săplăcan Silviu , Șendroiu Cleopatra , Bâtcă-Dumitru Graziella Corina , Wysocki Danusia , Duțu Amalia , Manolescu Alina Angela
Published: November 2024

This study examines the issue of understanding management accounting practices in Romanian financial and accounting service firms, a subject of significant relevance due to the influence of accounting on organizational decision-making and strategic planning. The research examines 21 distinct management accounting practices, utilizing hierarchical clustering analysis refined by the Bayesian Information Criterion (BIC) to discern patterns and classifications within these practices. The findings indicate eight unique clusters, distinguished by differences in cluster size, withincluster heterogeneity, total within-cluster sum of squares, and Silhouette scores, which explain the diversity of practices and their organizational implications. The research enhances the literature by delineating the present state of management accounting practices in Romania and providing a more refined comprehension of the interrelationships among these practices, as guided by institutional theory. This method surpasses other attempts by emphasizing the diversity within clusters, uncovering distinct traits and strategic consequences. The findings indicate that various groupings of practices demonstrate particular patterns of adoption and utilization, which might affect firms’ strategic decision-making processes. These insights facilitate future research focused on examining the drivers and effects of accounting methods across various institutional contexts.
O Proenfis, a sala de aula e o Ensino de Física
Authors: Fernandes Sandro Soares , Vianna Deise Miranda
Published: November 2024

Resumo Neste trabalho, apresentamos a investigação dos impactos da participação de professores em um grupo de pesquisa na sua prática em sala de aula. Concentramos na formação de professores de Física, atividades investigativas e abordagens em Ciência-Tecnologia-Sociedade (CTS). Usando pesquisa qualitativa com foco na tematização, entrevistamos professores com o objetivo de responder à pergunta: Há transformações pedagógicas e metodológicas nos professores que participam do grupo de pesquisa Proenfis que modificam o processo de ensino-aprendizagem em suas aulas de Física? Resultados destacam que a vivência colaborativa do grupo promove mudanças na prática pedagógica e a pesquisa em ensino alinhada com o que acontece na sala de aula desempenha papel fundamental na formação de professores reflexivos e desenvolvimento de estudantes mais críticos. Este estudo contribui para o campo da formação de professores de Física, destacando o quanto o Ensino por Investigação e abordagens com foco em CTS desempenham papel fundamental nesse processo.
Influência do Alinhamento Estratégico TI-Negócio na Transformação e Sustentação do Negócio Pré-Digital
Authors: Mendes-da-Silva Francisco Massaro , Albertin Alberto Luiz
Published: November 2024

RESUMO Objetivo: este estudo visa responder à seguinte pergunta de pesquisa: como o alinhamento estratégico TI-negócio (AETIN) influencia a sustentação ou a transformação de um negócio pré-digital? Esse objetivo foi definido devido à criticidade desse tema para executivos incumbidos de manter esses tipos de negócio adaptativos e competitivos frente às oportunidades e ameaças da era digital. Marco teórico: o marco teórico deste artigo é formado por modelos de negócio pré-digitais e digitais, alinhamento estratégico TI-negócio, com foco em sustentação do negócio habilitada pela TI, transformação do negócio habilitada pela TI, otimização digital e transformação digital. Método: após o esboço de um modelo e proposições de pesquisa, foi realizado um estudo de caso a partir de entrevistas semiestruturadas feitas com executivos de uma multinacional do setor industrial. Essas entrevistas foram transcritas, codificadas e analisadas com base em um protocolo dedutivo de coleta e análise de dados e com o suporte do software NVivo. Resultados: a presença de silos organizacionais e a falta de uma estratégia digital foram identificados como problemas que têm impactado a transformação do negócio pré-digital estudado. Essas oportunidades foram mapeadas não somente pela análise do estudo de caso, mas também pela triangulação desses achados com a literatura. Conclusão: antigas práticas podem evitar os identificados problemas de desalinhamento estratégico e de silos organizacionais. O foco deve ser tanto no alinhamento intelectual como no alinhamento social para garantir que as estratégias de TI, de negócio e digital habilitem tanto os objetivos de sustentação como os de transformação do negócio.
MAPEAMENTO DAS CARACTERÍSTICAS PESSOAIS DO PERFIL DE AGRESSOR(A) SEXUAL INFANTIL: UMA REVISÃO DE ESCOPO
Authors: Ardenghi Fabiane Olivia , Sanches Mario Antonio
Published: November 2024

O objetivo deste trabalho é mapear as características pessoais do perfil de agressores(as) sexuais infantis presentes na literatura científica nacional e internacional. Foi realizada uma revisão de escopo, seguindo o manual do Instituto Joanna Briggs. A pesquisa incluiu estudos de 2014 a 2023, em qualquer idioma, indexados em 4 bases de dados, e identificou 252 publicações, das quais 25 foram analisadas. Os resultados foram coletados e analisados em 3 grandes categorias: (1) características pessoais do agressor; (2) o ato do abuso; (3) contextos do agressor. Neste artigo analisaremos somente a categoria relacionada às características pessoais do agressor, ficando as demais para outros artigos, dado a extensão dos achados. Os resultados sugerem que os agressores compartilham características como impulsividade e baixa autoestima, influenciadas por fatores biológicos, psicológicos e socioculturais. O estudo destaca intervenções sensíveis ao gênero e a necessidade de mais pesquisas, como maior diversidade geográfica e foco em agressores femininos. No âmbito da bioética propõe-se intervenções que envolvem educação comunitária, intervenção personalizada para agressores e apoio às vítimas, visando promover justiça social e prevenção de futuros abusos.
O ensino de Ciências no Brasil: Um olhar voltado à Educação Infantil e Séries Iniciais
Authors: Mantovani Marluce da Cunha , Teodoro Júnior Leandro , Sogayar Mari Cleide
Published: November 2024

O presente manuscrito visa explorar questões vinculadas ao ensino de ciências no Brasil, dando enfoque ao estudo e análise longitudinal das legislações, decretos e outros documentos afins que delimitam as políticas públicas referentes ao ensino e aprendizado em ciências para crianças de 0 a 10 anos de idade. Para isso, foi realizada uma pesquisa qualitativa, utilizando-se de uma metodologia de revisão narrativa, de textos-base e normativas referentes à educação infantil e educação fundamental dos últimos 100 anos, analisando-se fundamentalmente as relações sociopolíticas envolvidas nas diretrizes educacionais brasileiras, objetivando-se e dispondo como resultados uma ampla apresentação das ações atuais, dos desafios, oportunidades e demandas que permeiam uma educação inicial em ciências de excelência no Brasil.
EFFECT OF SECONDARY JET INCLINATION ANGLE ON HEAT TRANSFER IN A CONFINED IMPINGING JET ARRAY
Authors: Keleş Haluk , Özmen Yücel
Published: November 2024

In this study, the heat transfer effects on the impingement surface in confined impinging array jet flows with inclined secondary jets were experimentally investigated. Temperature distributions were obtained with a thermal camera throughout the center axis of the target plate for Reynolds number values of 20,000 and 30,000, inter-plate aperture values of 0.5, 1, 3, and 6, and secondary jet inclination angles of 45°, 52.5°, and 60°. From the temperature distributions obtained, the influence of Reynolds number, inter-plate aperture, and inclination angle of secondary jets on the Nusselt distributions on the target plate was investigated. It was perceived that the Nusselt values on the target plate increase with increasing Reynolds number and decrease with increasing inter-plate aperture. The location of the top points of the Nusselt number distribution is shaped on the target plate in line with the axes of the secondary jets. These distributions shift to larger ± r/D values as the aperture between the plates increases. As the inclination angle of the secondary jets increases, the positions of the secondary jets on the target plate approach the primary stagnation zone, and the top points at these positions become stronger. The most homogeneous Nusselt number distribution occurs when the secondary jet inclination angle is 60° and the aperture H/D = 1.
SECURITY AS A DISCURSIVE PRACTICE: IDENTITY AND THE FORMATION OF THE DISCOURSE OF SOCIETAL SECURITY
Authors:   National Research University “Higher School of Economics”, Bogachev M. I. ,   Russian State University for the Humanities, Fridman (Lapai) А. D. ,   National Research University Higher School of Economics
Published: November 2024

The article examines the approaches to the definition of societal security in the frame of Copenhagen School theory, its adherents and critics, as well as the elements involved in the formation of societal security discourse. It is noted that societal security was initially identified by the Copenhagen School as a sector of state security, but gradually began to be considered as the security of communities, including those whose borders do not coincide with those of a state. Meanwhile, a number of approaches consider state security as part of societal security and note the societalization of other security sectors. The discourse of societal security is formed under the influence of the societal actors’ identities while constructing them, since there is a mutual definition of entities and boundaries of identities relative to each other. This distinction occurs in the securitization process, within which the referent security objects and threats are named. Securitization and the societal security discourse formation are carried out during the interaction of the securitizing actor (or agent) and the audience. Securitization and counter-securitization, while generating the dynamics of interaction between antagonistic identities, each of which seeks to strengthen itself relative to the other, thereby provoking its reciprocal strengthening, constitute a societal security dilemma.
NON-INSTITUTIONAL ASPECTS OF CONFLICT-OF-INTEREST REGULATION: THE ROLE OF TRUST AND INDIVIDUALISM
Authors:   HSE University, Krikunov K. A.
Published: November 2024

Anti-corruption policy should not only identify the facts of corruption and punish the crimes already committed, but also introduce preventive measures to minimize the risks of corrupt behavior, especially a system of regulating conflicts of interest. The latter includes measures ranging from prohibiting or restricting the receipt of gifts by officials, to introducing a cooling-off period when a civil servant enters the private sector. Generally, all measures of conflict of interest regulations can be attributed to three basic models: compliance-based model, integrity-based model, and adaptation model, which will also be considered in the article. This paper aims to evaluate the effectiveness of conflict-of-interest regulatory models through the prism of non-institutional factors. To this end, data from the World Values Survey was used as a source for this study, specifically data on levels of individualism and trust in society. The results of the multiple regression analysis partially supported the hypothesis that the professional culture model copes better with conflict-of-interest regulation than other models in conditions of high levels of trust and individualism. The results, however, provide a basis for further research to develop a more comprehensive strategy for regulating conflicts of interest based on various external and internal conditions.
SPATIAL CORRELATION IN THE DISTRIBUTION OF MULTI-ETHNIC AND CONFLICT ZONES WITHIN THE POST-SOVIET REGION
Authors:   MGIMO University, Okunev I. Yu. , Lubimova А. D. ,   MGIMO University, Iakusheva E. A. ,   MGIMO University
Published: November 2024

The thesis that there is a direct correlation between ethnic composition and the frequency of conflicts on the territory in question has become widespread in ethno-political studies. At the same time, the post-Soviet space is marked by a complex ethnic structure and high conflict potential. A regression model allows us to come closer to answering the question of whether ethnicity is a determinant of the emergence of conflicts in the post-Soviet space. Yet the model is quite ambiguous due to the diversity of the sample of regions taken as the unit of analysis. While interpreting the results, we cannot conclude that there is a statistically significant correlation coefficient. Changing the range of observations and narrowing the subjects under consideration to those with median conflict rate shows an improvement in the Pearson's coefficient. The calculation of spatial autocorrelation for certain indicators, given the spatial lag, also fails to yield statistically significant results. This suggests a lack of correlation at the ethnic macro-region level.
THE "CITY MANAGER" MODEL AS A CHANNEL FOR THE FORMATION OF POLITICAL LEADERSHIP IN THE MUNICIPALITIES OF THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION
Authors:   Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, Shalashnikova V. Yu. , Frolova E. V. ,   Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation, Rogach O. V. ,   Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation
Published: November 2024

The update of the political discourse on the pros and cons of the city manager model in modern municipal practice initially revealed the problem of competitive selection and appointment to the position of head of the local administration. The study analyzes the appointment of city managers in Russian municipalities as a new channel for political leadership development. The research is based on a questionnaire survey of experts (N=188). Municipal managers were targeted. It is concluded that the importance of professional education of a political leader among the selection criteria for the position of a city manager has decreased. A survey of local leaders shows that the most important qualities for a city manager are leadership, personal qualities, and communication. The evaluation criteria showed that city mayors do not agree with the idea of narrowing the political role of a city manager and professionalizing his activities, especially in the economic sphere. According to experts, political leadership in municipalities should organically reflect such characteristics as support for regional authorities and territorial identification. Including residence in the municipality as a criterion for evaluating candidates can make political leaders seem more legitimate and trustworthy. The research shows that new channels for forming political leaders in municipalities need to be used more effectively
SOCIO-POLITICAL DEVELOPMENT OF MODERN SOCIETIES: CONCEPTS, PRACTICES, PROBLEMS (EXAMPLES FROM LATIN AMERICAN COUNTRIES, THE EU, AND RUSSIA)
Authors:   Primakov National Research Institute of World Economy and International Relations, Russian Academy of Sciences, Pantin V. I. , Sigachev M. I. ,   Primakov National Research Institute of World Economy and International Relations, Russian Academy of Sciences
Published: November 2024

This article analyzes and compares concepts, practices, and socio-political development trajectories of modern societies. The authors argue that increased economic and socio-political instability, intensifying crises, and worsening domestic and international conflicts have spurred renewed discussions on development policy goals and path selection in the 21st century's first decades. They critically examine the concepts of "dependent development", "catching-up development", and "sovereign development", exploring their roles in modern societies' dynamics. The main features of dependent development and catching-up development are considered. Using examples from Brazil, Argentina, several EU countries and Russia, the article identifies key problems and contradictions associated with different types of socio-political development. The authors conclude that Russian scientific and political discourse incorporates various development concepts, reflecting the presence of diverse socio-political dynamics in contemporary Russia. They outline the conditions necessary for transitioning to independent, sovereign development of modern Russian society and state.
Urban spaces and communities in terms of changes and conflicts
Authors:   Novosibirsk State Technical University, Russian Federation
Published: November 2024

The monograph prepared by sociologists from Minsk, Yerevan and Novosibirsk contains a multidimensional analysis of changes in the social and physical spaces of modern cities. By imposing various theoretical frameworks on the city and urban changes as an object of stud and by describing current transformation and conflict processes in various spheres of urban life, the authors focus on the interaction of actors in urban relations with the city, their perception of the city, their influence on the nature of its identification and changes in urban space. The study pays special attention to urban communities as participants in urban changes, accepting these changes or resisting them. The monograph contains extensive empirical material and my be of interest to researchers in the field of urban sociology, political science, urban studies and practitioners of urban management and design. The work is intended for both specialists and a wide range of readers.
Hibrid Society in Digital Morphogenesis
Authors:   Novosibirsk State Technical University, Russian Federation, Ignatyev Vladimir I.
Published: November 2024

The monograph analyzes the influence of information processes on social morphogenesis leading to the formation of a hybrid society. The social and anthropological prerequisites and consequences of the transition to a "digital" society are analyzed. The concept of "ontologization of the figure" is substantiated and developed. Deep digitalization is interpreted as a catalyst for the morphogenesis of a hybrid society. The reasons for the emergence of a new type of social agent – a technosubject are revealed. The author's interpretation of the path of the emergence of the phenomenon of hybrid sociotechnosystems and the emergence of a hierarchical social structure in interacting sets of intelligent machines with artificial intelligence is presented. For specialists in the field of sociology, philosophy, STS and experts in forecasting the social consequences of the development of technologies with artificial intelligence, for everyone who is interested in the processes of transformation of society under the influence of digital technologies.
Comparative Analysis of the Nutritional Value of Bangladeshi and Saudi Arabian Date Palms Fruit Varieties
Authors: Md. Shahidur Rahman , Arafat Hassan Razon , Md. Arif Foysol
Published: November 2024

The date palm fruit (Phoenix dactylifera) is considered one of the primitive crops to be harvested in the Middle East. Nowadays, several varieties of dates are frequently available and being marketed at different price ranges, especially in the local markets of Bangladesh. However, there is no standardized data available to recognize the differences in the quality (nutritional quality) of Bangladeshi dates and Saudi Arabian dates. The current study aimed to conduct a comparative analysis of the nutrient contents of dates cultivated in Bangladesh and Saudi Arabia. Date samples were collected from the garden area of Bangladesh Open University, Gazipur, and then the samples were in the laboratory to find out the differences in the macro-nutrient level among the Bangladeshi and Saudi Arabian dates. To measure the protein, carbohydrates, fat, and fiber levels within these two varieties we performed Kjeldahl digestion, colorimeter test, Soxhlet extraction, and muffle furnace method respectively. The biochemical analysis of date varieties in our study revealed that protein content was 3.08%, carbohydrate 75%, fat 1.20%, and fiber 3.22% in Bangladeshi dates, while in Saudi Arabian varieties, the protein content was 2.15%, carbohydrate 67%, fat 2.30%, and fiber 7.14%. The results indicated that in Bangladeshi varieties protein and carbohydrate contents are higher than the Saudi Arabian varieties but fat and fiber contents are lower in Bangladeshi varieties. As we could not analyze the quality of macronutrients in Bangladeshi and Saudi Arabian date varieties, it is difficult to make any conclusion about the health benefits of these date varieties.
Kadavur Layered Anorthosite-Gabbro Complex, Tamil Nadu: A Case Study of Magmatic Differentiation from the Southern Granulite Terrane of the Indian Shield
Authors: Sarkar Debaleena , Ray Jyotisankar , Patel Suresh C. , Chowdhury Moumita , Koeberl Christian , Sahoo Soumili , Mukherjee Pratik
Published: November 2024

The Kadavur anorthosite-gabbro complex (10°35′N: 78°11″E), Tamil Nadu, consists of the three distinct rock units which are layered anorthosite-gabbro, schistose anorthosite-gabbro, and sporadic pegmatoidal variant. Based on texture, the layered-type can again be divided into a mesocumulate unit (MCU) and a noncumulate unit (NCU). Several major oxides and oxide ratios indicate, from Harker variation diagrams that the mesocumulate unit (MCU) and schistose unit (SU) are geochemically similar. The plots for non-cumulate unit (NCU) show a compositional spread in those variation diagrams, suggesting fractionation (involving clinopyroxene and plagioclase) from the supernatant magma on separation of the MCU. Variations in the compositions of TiO2 vs P2O5, Ba vs SiO2, La vs Zr, and Yb vs Zr also indicate that NCU has a compositional spectrum, whereas plots for MCU and SU are distinctly different. The geochemical behaviour of the pegmatoidal unit (PU) shows affinity for both the NCU and MCU. The normalized rare earth element (REE) ratios as well as the Zr and Ni concentrations, strongly favour an “Archean basalt” parent magma having tholeiitic or calc-alkaline/ (or transitional) affinity. The present study strongly indicates that the Kadavur anorthosite-gabbro complex was influenced by deformation during intrusion.
Glacial Lake Dynamics in Dibang Valley District, Arunachal Pradesh, Eastern Himalaya
Authors: Kumar Atul , Mal Suraj , Schickhoff Udo , Sreekesh S.
Published: November 2024

Glacial lakes (GLs) are integral components of the cryospheric environment. Due to the persistent melting of glaciers and steady rise in the annual mean temperatures, GLs are expanding across the Himalayan mountains. Since the 1980s, the eastern Himalaya have observed a steady increase (0.031°C/year) in annual mean temperature, causing rapid glacial melting, formation of new GLs and expansion of existing ones. Therefore, to assess the role of the increasing annual mean temperature on the expansion of GLs in the eastern Himalaya, we generated GL inventories for 1987, 2005 and 2018 for Dibang Valley district, Arunachal Pradesh, in the eastern Himalaya. We used Landsat multi-temporal satellite images along with the ASTER Digital Elevation Model V2 (DEM). Using the Segment Mean Shift (SMS) method, the GL inventories were generated. Our results show that there were 509 GLs in 2018, whereas only 484 in 2005 and 469 in 1987. GLs observed a growth rate of 8.52% in number and 11.13% in area between 1987 and 2018. Most of the GLs in the study area were of Moraine-dammed lakes (MDL) (~56%), whereas Ice-dammed lakes (IDL) showed the highest expansion rate between 1987 to 2018. GL hotspots show a concentration of GLs in the eastern and southern sections of Dibang Valley but new GLs are forming in the north-western and eastern sections of the study area. An increase in annual mean temperature enhanced the glacial melt water, leading to the growth of GLs connected with the glaciers.
Spatial Inter-relationship Between Geomorphic Indices and Climatic Proxies with Landslides in the Bhagirathi Valley, NW Himalaya
Authors: Devi Meenakshi , Gupta Vikram , Ram Bikash Kumar
Published: November 2024

ABSTRACT

Various geomorphic indices and climatic proxies coupled with field investigations has been used to obtain the quantitative measurement of an active tectonic landscape and could infer the basic information necessary for estimating long-term deformation as well as landform evaluation in tectonically active mountain belts. The evaluation of inter-relationship between geomorphic indices and climatic proxies with spatial distribution of landslides in an area would be useful for hazard assessment and mitigating the landslide risk. The present study aims to investigate the inter relationship between geomorphic indices and climatic proxies with landslides in the Bhagirathi River valley, NW Himalaya. Accordingly, a detailed landslide inventory consisting of 514 landslides and various geomorphic indices in the study area were prepared using high resolution satellite images and field visits. Subsequently, the statistical analysis of landslides frequency with each of the geomorphic and climatic parameter was assessed to understand their role in the spatial distribution of landslides in the study area The results indicate that the relative higher tectonic activity as evident from moderate to low Vf ratios, high value of KS, presence of Knick points, V-shaped valley and rocky jointed and barren slopes attribute towards the occurrence of rockfall in Upper Himalayan Crystalline zone. Whereas, in MCT zone, high relative active tectonics apparent from the presence of knickpoints, lowest average Vf ratio and highest average KS values and high rainfall causes landslides. The Garhwal region is highly dissected indicating fluvial erosion and toe cutting and high erosion rates due to presence of loose debris and confined in high rainfall zone leads to numerous small mass movements in this zone.
Forecasting Pre - post Monsoon Depth to Water Levels using the Autoregressive Integrated Moving Average (ARIMA) Model in Outer Plains of Jammu Himalaya
Authors: Qadir Junaid , Sultan Bhat M. , Meer Mohammad Suhail
Published: November 2024

Forecasting groundwater levels is vital for the sustainable management of aquifers. In this study, we explore the application of two ARIMA models (Damped Holt Model - 0,1,2 and Basic exponential smoothing - 0,1,1) to predict pre- and post-monsoon depth to water level (m,bgl) in observation wells located in Jammu Himalaya from 2015 to 2034. Historical data spanning 1994 to 2014 is used to develop the model, and validation is performed using data from 2009 to 2014. The model development process comprises four crucial steps: model selection, diagnostics, validation, and prediction. By evaluating the residuals from the autocorrelation function (ACF) and partial autocorrelation function (PACF), we determine the best-fit ARIMA model with the lowest AIC values. The selected ARIMA model (0,1,1) is further validated through a close comparison of the predicted and actual pre- and post-monsoon depth to water level (m,bgl) values from 2009 to 2014, yielding a high level of agreement based on R2 values. The forecasted results indicate a decline in groundwater levels, with depths anticipated to reach 8.4 (m,bgl) during the premonsoon season and 6.6 (m,bgl) during the post-monsoon season from 2015 to 2034. With the reliability of these forecasting methods, our study provides valuable insights for the sustainable management of groundwater resources, supporting informed decision-making to ensure their optimal and responsible utilization.
Stress Assessment of Unconventional Basement Reservoir in a Hydrocarbon field of Western Offshore India: Reservoir Geomechanical Modeling and Perspectives
Authors: Sundli Krishna Chandra , Pradhan Sarada Prasad , Vishal Vikram , Harilal  , Bhardwaj Abhishek , Ram Binay , Prasad Sheel Ranjan
Published: November 2024

Stress estimation is an essential factor required for the geomechanical characterization of a reservoir and quantification of in-situ stress is the primary step toward the geomechanical model building. The present study was carried out for a giant oil field situated in western offshore India at shallow water depths. The Lower Miocene Burdigalian carbonate reservoir is the major pay of the field. Basement is stratigraphically the deepest established reservoir of the field. It is an unconventional reservoir composed of granite and basalt with fractures as primary fluid mobility conduits. Many challenges, such as tight holes and stuck pipes have been encountered during drilling, resulting in non-productive time leading to financial losses.

Since production is from interconnected fractures, understanding the cause and possibility of fractures and their orientation becomes very important for production optimization. Faults and fractures get reoriented depending on palaeostresses and present-day stress field. The relative magnitude of the stresses and stress direction play an important role in well placement and productivity. As observed in some of the recently drilled wells, fracture orientation and fracture density are correlated with well productivity. Conventional wireline logs were used to estimate pore pressure and fracture pressure and calibrated with the pressure observations from formation tester and leak off test data observed in the field. Minimum horizontal stress is calibrated with fracture pressure, whereas maximum horizontal stress is limited using a stress polygon under a normal faulting regime. The estimated overburden stress ranges from 40 MPa to 46 MPa, whereas the minimum horizontal stress ranges from about 28 MPa to 38 MPa, and maximum horizontal stress ranges from about 30 MPa to 42 MPa. Maximum horizontal stress orientation is deciphered from the observed drilling-induced tensile fractures in the available micro resistivity image log and is found to be along 154−334 (±15) deg. North.
Deterministic Response Spectrum for Important Districts of Maharashtra, India
Authors: Dhole Sagar , Bakre Sachin
Published: November 2024

This study aims to present the deterministic response spectrum for various important district of Maharashtra state by employing deterministic seismic hazard analysis. Seismogenic sources and earthquake data are gathered from multiple resources within a radius of 400 km from the state boundary. The earthquake data are processed for homogenisation, declustering and completeness analysis. The homogenised earthquake data are used for the development of seismic source zone of the study region. The declustering of the homogenised earthquake catalogue is performed four times using four different declustering methods. The common earthquake events from the four declustered catalogues are used for the completeness analysis. The complete earthquake data is superimposed on the fault map, and these earthquake events are utilised for estimating the maximum magnitude potential of all seismogenic sources, which relies on three distinct scenarios. The three-scenario earthquake is used independently as an input of the attenuation model. In the current study, three region-specific attenuation models are used to estimate the hazard at a specific site. To address the epistemic uncertainty associated with seismogenic sources and earthquake data, a total of twelve branches are prepared in the logic tree. Finally, design ground acceleration values of ten significant district in Maharashtra are finalised at bedrock level, C-type, and D- type site and consecutively, a smooth response spectrum is developed for each district. The findings indicate that, except the response spectrum of Region 1 for the Jalgaon, Chandrapur, Latur, Pune, and Thane districts, the response spectra of all regions of all the districts are more conservative than the response spectrum developed using the zone factor mentioned in IS1893-Part 1 (2016).
Petrography and Geochemistry of the Triassic Elika Formation Dolomites in Zal Section, Jolfa, NW Iran
Authors: Yaghoubi Marjan , Najafzadeh Adel , Zohdi Afshin , Mahari Rahim , Khaleghi Fazel
Published: November 2024

The Triassic Elika Formation contains nine distinct sedimentary units with calcareous and dolomitic composition and up to 377 m in stratigraphic thickness in NW Iran. The two upper dolomitic units with about 78 m in thickness mainly consist of dolomicrite and have formed in shallow burial environments under reducing conditions, frequently influenced by marine fluids. This formation was deposited in supratidal to intertidal shallow marine settings with low temperature and a high rate of evaporation, resulting in the formation of very fine-grained dolomite. The nearsurface diagenetic environments are concluded for these dolomites by the evidence of preservation of primary sedimentary features such as stromatolitic structures, presence of ooid and clay minerals, yellow and red to orange spectra of cathodoluminescence light, in addition to low concentration of Fe and Mn and high concentration of Na and Sr. The results of XRD analysis of dolomite types show that most studied dolomites have stoichiometric state with mole percent CaCO3 content ranging from 46.7 to 50.4. The variations of oxygen isotope values (δ18Ο) in the studied dolomites range from −1.99 to −5.51 ‰ VPDB (average −3.13 ‰ VPDB), and for carbon isotope values (δ13C) are from −1.74 to +1.79 ‰ VPDB (average +0.31 ‰ VPDB), correlating to Triassic marine isotopic contents. The calculated temperature for the formation of these dolomites (39°C) along with the salinity of greater than 120 ppm indicates that the dolomites originated from seawater.
Portrayal of Indian Contemporary Society in Chetan Bhagat’s Five Point Someone and One Night @ the Call Center: A Comparative Analysis
Authors: A Vimal , R Subramania Pillai
Published: November 2024

This comparative analysis explores the representation of Indian contemporary society in Chetan Bhagat's iconic novels, Five Point Someone and One Night @ the Call Centre. These novels, which have gained immense popularity, provide unique insights into the social, cultural, and economic fabric of modern India. This article critically examines the themes, character dynamics, and societal commentary within the narratives, shedding light on the author's portrayal of contemporary India. Through a comprehensive exploration of key elements, including the education system, corporate culture, interpersonal relationships, and generational gaps, this study uncovers the social intricacies and evolving values of Indian society.
From the Bible to the Quran: A Journey of Existence in Christopher Marlowe’s Doctor Faustus
Authors: Al-Abedi Ahmed H. Kadhim , Hassan Zena D. Mohammed
Published: November 2024

Christopher Marlowe's Doctor Faustus (1588) intricately explores the interplay of religious motifs, cosmic exploration, and themes related to Space, Heaven, Hell, and repentance. By incorporating biblical and Qur’anic references, Marlowe crafts a compelling narrative that deeply resonates with the human experience. The central character, Faustus, embodies the conflict between good and evil and between human ambition and spiritual limitation. The play's depiction of celestial realms parallels biblical narratives like the ‘Tower of Babel’ and Qur'anic visions, emphasizing humanity's persistent quest for knowledge and divine understanding. This study examines how Marlowe integrates religious concepts, and angelic and cosmic themes with theological and moral conflicts, highlighting the thematic parallels with sacred narratives from the Bible and the Qur'an. To conclude, Faustus' mythology remains a poignant and thought-provoking narrative that resonates across different cultural and religious contexts.
An Inquiry Into How Simulation Experiment Can Facilitate Speaking Skills of Foreign Language Learners
Authors: Almosa Abdulrahman
Published: November 2024

The oral proficiency of language learners has been bolstered through a variety of instructional methods. The goal of using simulated experiments to enhance conventional teaching techniques is to address various issues related to the acquisition of a FL through conversation. Difficulty acquiring fluency in an FL (Foreign Language) may be attributable to a number of factors, including inadequate educational materials, improper teaching technique, and an inappropriate learning setting. This study represents an effort to uncover how the use of simulation method can improve FL learners' speaking skills. One hundred Intermediate-level FL learners, fifty female and fifty males, were chosen at random for this research. In this scientific study, learners are randomly assigned to either "experimental" (EG) or "control" group (CG). Learners in the CG were instructed using more conventional lecture, the EG instructed using simulation models. The findings of a pre- and posttest are contrasted to evaluate the effectiveness of the simulation strategy on the EG's learning. The current study evaluated two hypotheses: (a) that learners in the EG performed better on the speech test than those in the CG; and (b) that there was a substantial difference in the performance of females and male learners in the EG. The research employs a quasi-experimental approach, with data gathered and evaluated numerically using SPSS. The findings revealed that the EG outperformed the CG, and that the female learners also outperformed the male learners by a small margin. The findings support both hypotheses, demonstrating the validity of the claim that simulation can be used to help learners of an FL improve their speaking skills.
Artificial Intelligence for English Language Learning and Teaching: Advancing Sustainable Development Goals
Authors: Al-Smadi Omar Ali , Rashid Radzuwan Ab , Saad Hadeel , Zrekat Yousef Houssni , Kamal Siti Soraya Lin Abdullah , Uktamovich Gaforov Ikboljon
Published: November 2024

This study explores the affordance of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to English language learning and teaching, focusing on its alignment with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It aims to investigate the role of AI in enhancing language education and fostering student-centered learning. Data for this study were collected through semi-structured interviews with 18 English teachers to gather qualitative insights into their experiences with AI-powered language learning tools. The findings reveal that the teachers have positive appraisals of AI that its use has six major impacts: i) enhancing the personalization of learning; ii) contributing to improved learning outcomes by advancing students' speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills; iii) playing a fundamental role in bridging educational gaps; iv) enhancing students’ engagement and motivation; v) empowering educators with professional development opportunities; vi) and encouraging self-directed learning. This study argues that, if implemented thoughtfully, AI can enhance language learning outcomes and create an environment conducive to student engagement and success.
“Computer” as the Source Domain for “Brain”: A Case Study of Online Vietnamese Articles
Authors: Hanh Nguyen Thi Bich , Huong Le Vien Lan , Tuyet Ngo Thi , Trang Phi Thi Thu , Hanh Vo Thi My
Published: November 2024

Based on the theory of cognitive linguistics, this article investigates computer-related conceptual metaphors in discourses in online Vietnamese newspapers to clarify how Vietnamese people conceptualize the target domain of "brain" via the source domain of “computer”. This study aimed to answer two questions: “In online Vietnamese articles, which thinking mechanism is used to conceptualize the human brain as a computer?” and “What similarities from the target domain are activated and mapped onto the source domain?” With the correlations in experience and knowledge projected from the source domain to the target domain, the logical relationship in organizing the mapping scheme of conceptual metaphors, the article points out a type of thinking in the conceptual structure dominated by the 4.0 industrial civilization which is both universal and typical of Vietnamese people’s mind.
Investigating Factors Influencing EFL Learners’ Behavioral Intentions to Adopt ChatGPT for Language Learning
Authors: Almansour Noha
Published: November 2024

This study explores factors that influence English as a foreign language (EFL) learners’ behavioral intention to adopt ChatGPT for language learning. To explore this topic, a research model based on the technology acceptance model (TAM) was proposed and used to evaluate hypotheses on the relationship between model constructs. The proposed model includes the constructs perceived usefulness (PU), perceived ease of use (PEoU), behavioral intentions, and computer self-efficacy. In addition, the study examines the effect of the moderating variables, gender and education level, on the relationships between the proposed model constructs. Structural equation modeling (SEM) was applied to the data of 211 EFL learners to analyze causal relationships between the model constructs and the effect of the moderating variables. Findings indicated that EFL learners’ behavioral intentions to adopt ChatGPT for language learning were greatly impacted by their PU. In addition, computer self-efficacy was a powerful determinant influencing learners’ PEoU and PU. Furthermore, education level had no significant moderating effect on learners’ perceptions or intentions to adopt ChatGPT. However, gender only moderated the relationship between computer self-efficacy and PEoU, with the relationship being stronger for women. All the proposed hypotheses on the relationships between the model constructs were supported; therefore, this study contributed to the validation of TAM for predicting learners’ acceptance and adoption of ChatGPT for language learning.
Assessing the Efficacy of Artificial Intelligence-Enabled EFL Learning and Teaching in Saudi Arabia: Perceptions, Perspectives, and Prospects
Authors: Jamshed Mohammad , Almashy Abduh , Albedah Fatimah , Warda Wahaj Unnisa
Published: November 2024

This study attempts to investigate Saudi EFL learners’ perceptions, perspectives, and the prospects for AI-enabled learning and teaching in higher education in Saudi Arabia.  As the study deals with how certain independent variables (levels of study, gender, and employment profile of learners’ parents) shape the dependent variables (perceptions, perspectives, and prospects), a quantitative approach (descriptive quantitative design) was selected, and a questionnaire was prepared with partial adoption of modified items from existing studies. A simple random sampling method was used to collect responses from 258 Saudi EFL learners studying at different levels of the undergraduate programs at the College of Business Administration and College of Science and Humanities, Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University, KSA. The findings revealed that Saudi EFL learners were highly positive in their perceptions and perspectives toward AI-enabled learning, and they strongly favored the adoption of AI-powered tools for learning and teaching a language. It was also revealed that the Saudi higher education system offered great prospects for the integration of AI-powered technology into EFL classrooms. One-way ANOVA analysis revealed that there is no statistically significant difference among the study participants based on gender and parents’ employment profile. However, a certain difference of statistical significance was found among them based on their study levels. The study holds implications as the findings will help the course instructors and administrators for effective integrations of AI-enabled technology to equip students with effective English skills.
Analysis of Discourse Markers and Their Combinations in Nonnative Academic Writing
Authors: Alenizy Kholood Salem , Al-Thunayyan Ameerah Abdulaziz , Alhuqbani Mohammed Nasser
Published: November 2024

This study aimed to give a full account of discourse marker use in nonnative academic discourse. This study is a qualitative and quantitative investigation of discourse markers used in a corpus of 14 dissertations in applied linguistics from a Saudi university that uncovers the use patterns and DM combinations in abstracts, discussions, and conclusions. The model employed in the analysis was that of Fraser (2006), who classified discourse markers into four categories. The findings reveal a specific hierarchy of discourse use where elaborative discourse markers are the most frequent, followed by temporal discourse markers, contrastive discourse markers, and finally, inferential discourse markers. A notable tendency towards discourse marker clustering is also observed in the corpus.