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Power Factor Corrected by Buck-Boost Converter type Battery Charger Employing PWM Technique with Capacitor Bank
Authors: M.Govindu Raju; S.Chandra Sekhar and Dr.D.Ravi Kishore
Published: November 2023

In this paper, a buck-boost type battery charger is developed for charging battery set with a lower voltage. This battery
charger is configured by a rectifier circuit, an integrated boost/buck power converter and a switched capacitors circuit. A boost
power converter and a buck power converter sharing a common power electronic switch are integrated to form the integrated
boost/buck power converter. By controlling the common power electronic switch, the battery charger performs a hybrid
constant-current/constant-voltage charging method and gets a high input power factor. Accordingly, both the power circuit and
the control circuit of the developed battery charger are simplified. The switched capacitors circuit is applied to be the output of the
boost converter and the input of the buck converter. The switched capacitors circuit can change its voltage according to the utility
voltage so as to reduce the step-up voltage gain of the boost converter when the utility voltage is small. Hence, the power
efficiency of a buck-boost type battery charger can be improved. Moreover, the step-down voltage gain of the buck power
converter is reduced to increase the controllable range of the duty ratio for the common power electronic switch. A prototype is
developed and tested to verify the performance of the proposed battery charger
An Improved Energy Management for Pv/Battery Hybrid System Using interleaved Boost Converter
Authors: K.Sai Lakshmi; B.SaiManikanta and Dr.D.Ravi kishore B.V.S.Raghu Ram;
Published: November 2023

This project proposes the integration of photo voltaic array and battery in a micro grid and management of energy
happening in the grid. The regulation of battery depending on the requisite of load i.e., battery hold, charge and discharge actions
using a bi-directional DC-DC converter has been proposed. The usage of a simple boost converter and interleaved boost converter
with MPPT control, two-level inverter and three-level NPC inverter has been compared for various situations like PV delivering
supply to the load and charging battery, only PV system delivering supply to the load, only battery delivering supply to the load
and PV-battery both delivering supply to the load. Output factors like power, voltage and current are analyzed and plotted for all
the situations. The proposed micro grid energy management system is simulated under MATLAB/Simulink environment.
Quasi Power Factor Correction for High Efficient AC/DC Converter
Authors: Ankamreddi Venkataramana; K.Narendrababu and D Ravi Kishore
Published: November 2023

Harmonic pollution and low power factor in power systems caused by power converters have been of great
concern. To overcome these problems several converter topologies using advanced semiconductor devices and
control schemes have been proposed. This investigation is to identify a low cost, small size, efficient and
reliable ac to dc converter to meet the input performance index of UPS. The performance of single phase and
three phase ac to dc converter along with various control techniques are studied and compared. This project
presents a novel ac/dc converter based on a quasi-active power factor correction (PFC) scheme. In the
proposed circuit, the power factor is improved by using an auxiliary winding coupled to the transformer of a
cascade dc/dc fly back converter. The auxiliary winding is placed between the input rectifier and the
lowfrequency filter capacitor to serve as a magnetic switch to drive an input inductor. Since the dc/dc
converter is operated at high-switching frequency, the auxiliary windings produce a high frequency pulsating
source such that the input current conduction angle is significantly lengthened and the input current
harmonics is reduced. Since the use of a single inductor, the cost z reduced a lot and the efficiency of the
system is improved. The power factor is maintained constant by using a buffer capacitor in parallel to the
system for compensating the inductive components. It eliminates the use of active switch and control circuit
for PFC, which results in lower cost and higher efficiency. Finally an R- load is applied and simulation results
are presented
EXAMINING THE OPERATION OF AN INVERSELY STRUCTURED ORGANIC PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM USING LAMINATED SILVER ELECTRODES.
Authors: IGBOKWE E. E. , ASIEGBU D. A. , NNANNA L. A.
Published: November 2023

The research looked into the performance of an organic photovoltaic (OPV) with an inverse structure and laminated silver electrodes. The goal was to investigate the properties of the PCMB:P3HT blend used in the active layer and how they relate to device performance. The findings from UV-Visible absorption spectroscopy, which examined the optical properties of the PCMB: P3HT blend, were presented in the results. The blend had high absorption between 584.55 and 623.33 nm and low absorption in the red and near-infrared regions of the spectrum. The transmittance spectra revealed low transmittance, especially between 400 and 635 nm. The absorption and extinction coefficients of the blended material were calculated and analysed. The absorption coefficient increased between 400 and 635 nm, while the extinction coefficient peaked at 617.81 nm. The optical energy bandgap of the blend was determined to be 1.94 eV. The photovoltaic characteristics of the solar cell were assessed using I-V and P-V measurements. The key parameters obtained were open-circuit voltage, short-circuit current, voltage at maximum power point, and current at maximum power point. The fill factor and efficiency of the solar cell were calculated to be approximately 0.6462 and 0.6989%, respectively. The research helps to better understand the performance characteristics of inverse structure OPVs with laminated silver electrodes. Further investigation and optimization of the device structure and materials may improve the fill factor and efficiency, thereby improving the performance and adoption of organic photovoltaics in renewable energy applications.
PORTRAITS OF UROŠ II MILUTIN AS А KING AND FOUNDER IN SERBIAN MONUMENTAL PAINTING OF 14TH CENTURY
Authors: Griza Ana
Published: November 2023

The present paper seeks to investigate the historical portraits of Milutin on mural paintings in Serbia, highlighting the changes of the ico- nography of royal portrait during the 13th century and the first decades of the 14th century. Due to his favorable political position, the ruler expanded his activity, both in political and artistical areas. It is useful then to touch upon some historical events and political relationship in the period under consideration. Without losing sight on different aspects, I have chosen to focus on the image of Serbian ruler from his childhood, represented on Sopoćani´s frescoes in the sixties of the 13th century, to the last portrait in Gračanica, finished a few days before his death in 1321. I will describe the portraits of Milutin, focusing my attention on expression of Milutin´s prop- aganda in monumental art, thus the representation of royal costumes, royal insignia and the figures surrounding him. Therefore, I will examine the por- traits of Milutin in the most representative churches like Sopoćani, Arilje, Prizren, Studenica, Gračanica, Staro Nagoričino and Chilandar Monastery. The topic offers by way of comparison some general observations on the image of Milutin as ruler. It also deals with the representation of the holi- ness of rulers in visual sources. I shall examine the luxury court attire of the ruler and of his spouse Simonis and describe the visual expressions used to represent the sovereignty of Milutin.
„DANAS SE HRISTOS U VITLEJEMU OD DJEVE RAĐA“ ZAPAŽANjA IKONOGRAFSKIH POJEDINOSTI BOŽIĆNE HIMNE KAO ODRAZA POBOŽNOSTI KRALjA MILUTINA
Authors: Petrović Nemanja
Published: November 2023

Fresco-composition, painted above the entrance of the katholikon of Žiča monastery, represents a unique scene within Serbian monumental painting from the beginning of the second decade of 14th century. This carefully thought-up picture illustrates a Christmas' Hymn which ascribes to the authorship of John of Damaskus. However, verses written on the arc, above the composition, are associated with poems of Anatoly of Constatinopole’s poetic content. Decora- tion of the entrance consists of clearly expressed theme of the portal, therefore it can be said that frescoes obviously indicate activities that could have been happening inside this space, to be precise in front of the temple’s entrance. It is important to analyze mention verses written on the arc, which belong to the poem that’s sung on the first day of the celebration of Christmas, when, it is believed, monarch himself attended. In the upper part of the composition, we can see The Mother of God on the throne with Child, surrounded by Angels, Shepherds and the Magi with their gifts. They are joined with a fragment of historic content, which additionally completes the complexity of the painting. In the lower part of the fresco-composition, there are visible two ceremonial proseccions moving towards each other. On the left side, beneath the Magi, we can see a group of cantors, monks, priesthood led by archbishop Sava III. On the right, beneath the Shephards, there is Court Retinue led by King Milutin. All participants of this saint cortege are painted wearing rich vestments with apparent attributes that define them. There are clear indications of taking over and transmitting Constantionopoli- tan models within the painting subject of gate entrance as the emphasized place as part of the ruling adventus. It is obvious that it is about iconography shaped by forceful influence of liturgy, theological literature of Incarnation, specifically the influence of hymnography in shaping different artistic models that had been growing in the Empire of Palaiologos and the land of king Milutin.
Comparison of the Value of Welfare Principles in National Law and Islamic Law
Authors: Manalu Paris , Sugianto Sugianto , Lala Andi
Published: November 2023

The welfare state not only encompasses the organization of welfare or social services but emphasizes that everyone is entitled to social services as their right. The polarization of the goals of the welfare state is formulated to establish indicators as tools for assessing whether society is prosperous or not. Speaking of the concept of the rule of law, Islam as a perfect religion also has a concept of statehood. The methodological approach in this research is normative legal research (normative juridical). The type of research used is descriptive research. The data sources obtained by the author are primary legal materials and secondary legal materials. The data collection method used in this research is literature study. The data analysis method used in this research is qualitative method. The results of social welfare that have developed today indicate that there are citizens whose basic needs are not adequately met by the state. As a result, there are still citizens who face obstacles in the implementation of social functions, making it difficult for them to lead a dignified and decent life. Islam is not just a religion that contains a set of ritual doctrines, but Islam is a holistic and systematic worldview. Islam as al-din encompasses all aspects of human life, including statehood and law.
Senam Kreasi AHARIA untuk Menstimulasi Keterampilan Gerak Dasar Anak Usia Dini
Authors: Divanca Jessica , Nurani Yuliani , Hikmah Hikmah
Published: November 2023

: The aim of this research is to develop creative gymnastics to stimulate basic motor skills in early childhood, especially in the age range of 5-6 years. This research employs the ADDIE development model (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation). The study uses a questionnaire as an instrument for expert reviews and an evaluation instrument for users, specifically 5-6-year-old children. The results of product validity testing by two content experts yielded a final score of 95%. The product's validity testing by gymnastics experts resulted in a final score of 82%. The effectiveness test on 5-6-year-old children produced a score of 87%. The research results indicate that creative gymnastics meet the criteria. Creative gymnastics as a physical activity can practically be used as a gross motor learning activity for teachers due to its variability.
Perlindungan Hukum Bagi Importir Tanaman Hias Online Dalam Melakukan Transaksi Ekspor-Impor Terhadap Wanprestasi Eksportir
Authors: Sihite Sri Rumada
Published: November 2023

Introduction: Ornamental plants come from various countries, both within and outside our country, Indonesia. One of them is Bangkok. Ornamental plants or often also called flowers, especially ornamental plants from Bangkok, which has a flower market, also have a lot of interest in our country, Indonesia. Transactions between exporters and importers of ornamental plants experience problems and have problems.Purposes of the Research: Know and understand the problems of exporting and importing ornamental plants.Methods of the Research: This research is normative research using a statutory approach with the sources of legal materials used are primary legal materials and secondary legal materials and tertiary legal materials with qualitative analysis.Results of the Research: The problem in the title is what legal protection is provided by the importer of ornamental plants if there is an importer's default such as the ornamental plant wilting and within a few days after being replanted the ornamental plant must be thrown away and cannot be resold. Refers to the obligations of the seller and buyer based on Article 1474 of the Civil Code, which states that the seller has the obligation to hand over the object and what he is selling and assume or guarantee it.
Emergência energética: impactos econômicos do aumento do consumo de energia pelo setor de energia
Authors:   , Gonçalves Iago Gomes
Published: November 2023

A energia é um elemento essencial para o bem-estar da humanidade e está intrinsicamente ligada à atividade econômica. No entanto, a alta dependência de recursos fósseis e o aumento da demanda por energia geram incertezas em relação às implicações na economia. Por essa razão, este estudo investigou como um aumento no consumo de energia pelo setor de energia afetará o restante da economia. O estudo iniciou-se calculando o indicador "Energy Return on Investment" (EROI) para os países selecionados pela base de dados da OCDE e globalmente de 1995 a 2018, usando matriz insumo-produto para identificar os insumos diretos e indiretos usados pelo setor energético na produção de energia. Em seguida, verificou-se o comportamento da série de tempo do EROI global e foi feita a previsão do EROI global até 2049. Por fim, avaliaram-se os impactos do EROI global estimado para 2049 sobre a produção total, considerando as observações disponíveis até 2018. Os resultados indicam que a maioria dos países apresentaram valores de EROI baixos com quedas graduais ao longo dos anos, assim como o EROI global. As estimativas sugerem que a produção de energia atual não é sustentável e que os insumos de produção, principalmente energia, precisam ser alocados no setor de energia para fornecer a sociedade a quantidade mínima de energia, para que o sistema econômico continue operando. Identificou-se uma tendência decrescente nos dados observados e, ao realizar a previsão até 2049, as estimativas mantiveram a tendência de queda esperada. Ao avaliar a produção total, identificou-se um aumento de 3,19% na produção total entre 2018 e 2049, indicando que é necessário aumentar a produção total da economia em cerca de 3,19% para satisfazer a demanda energética. Especificamente para o setor energético, observou-se um aumento de 25,16% na produção total entre 2018 e 2049, o que significa que é necessário que a produção do setor de energia aumente em 25,16% para satisfazer a demanda interna do setor de energia e garantir o mesmo nível de produção da economia como um todo. Palavras-chave: EROI. Consumo de energia. Energia incorporada. Insumo-produto.
SOME ISSUES OF LEGAL RESPONSIBILITY FOR EXTREMIST OFFENSES
Authors: Хаснутдинов Р.Р. , Стебунова Ю.А. , Федякина А.Г.
Published: November 2023

В статье раскрывается понятие экстремизма с точки зрения существования воззрений, действий, направленных на подрыв общественной и государственной безопасности, разжигание расовой, политической, социальной и иных форм ненависти и вражды. Уточняется, что ключевыми принципами в борьбе с экстремистской деятельностью в соответствии с федеральным законодательством выступают законность, приоритет защиты прав и свобод человека и гражданина, взаимодействие институтов публичной власти с заинтересованными в предупреждении экстремизма лицами и так далее. Подчеркивается, что главным образом направления противодействия правонарушениям экстремистской направленности строятся, с одной стороны, на их современной профилактике и предупреждения распространения, а с другой, на оперативном выявлении и привлечении правонарушителей к ответственности. В этой связи отмечается, что граждане РФ, иностранные граждане, а также лица без гражданства привлекаются в соответствии с законодательством РФ к гражданско-правовой, административной, уголовной ответственности за правонарушения экстремистской направленности. Выделены признаки, на основании которых противоправное деяние может квалифицироваться в качестве экстремисткой деятельности. С опорой на судебную практику рассмотрения споров раскрывается специфика привлечения лиц к юридической ответственности за правонарушения экстремистской направленности.

The article reveals the concept of extremism regarded to the existence of views, actions aimed at undermining public and national security, inciting racial, political, social and other forms of hatred. It is clarified that the key principles of combating extremist activity in accordance with Federal Legislation are legality, the priority of protecting human and civil rights and freedoms, the interaction of public authorities with institutions and persons interested in preventing extremism, etc. It is emphasized that the main ways of countering extremist offenses are based, on the one hand, on their modern prevention and combating of spread, and on the rapid identification and subsequent prosecution, on the other hand. Due to the statement, it is noted that citizens of the Russian Federation, foreign citizens, as well as non-citizens are to be brought to civil, administrative and criminal liability for extremist offenses and crimes in accordance with the legislation of the Russian Federation. There are signs determined on the basis of which an illegal act can be qualified as an extremist activity. Specifics of brining persons to legal liabilities for extremist offenses are revealed, regarded to consideration of disputes in judicial practice.
ANALYSIS OF THE PROBLEMS OF THE PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM OF RECRUITMENT AGENCIES
Authors: Тинькова Е.В. , Тиньков С.А. , Бабенко И.В.
Published: November 2023

В статье рассмотрена система работы кадровых агентств на современном этапе развития. Кадровые агентства расширяют направления своей деятельности и осваивают новые отрасли и смежные услуги. Это накладывает отпечаток на эффективность систем управления. В статье показаны основные проблемы, с которыми сталкиваются кадровые агентства в условиях расширения перечня оказываемых услуг. Анализируется роль структуры и системы управления, отдельных подразделений и их руководителей в данных условиях. В статье анализируется деятельность современных кадровых агентств, выявлены типовые проблемы и недостатки, связанные со спецификой их деятельности.

The article considers the system of work of recruitment agencies at the present stage of development. Recruitment agencies are expanding their activities and developing new industries and related services. This affects the effectiveness of management systems. The article shows the main problems faced by recruitment agencies in terms of expanding the list of services provided. The role of the management structure and system, individual departments and their managers in these conditions is analyzed. The article analyzes the activities of modern recruitment agencies, identifies typical problems and shortcomings associated with the specifics of their activities.
Implementasi Aplikasi E-Cashin Pada UMKM Di RT 6 RW 6 Kelurahan Banyu Urip Kecamatan Sawahan Kota Surabaya
Authors: Kurniastuti Ima , Meutia Nur Shabrina , Yudianto Firman , Magfira Dike Bayu , Putra Hafis Rama , Mohammad Dede , Ichwan Muhammad
Published: November 2023

Penggunaan teknologi informasi semakin menjadi kebutuhan penting dalam dunia bisnis. Salah satunya adalah aplikasi E-Cashin. Aplikasi ini memungkinkan transaksi keuangan dapat dilakukan dengan lebih mudah dan cepat terutama untuk UMKM yang seringkali mengalami kesulitan dalam hal administrasi keuangan. Kelurahan Banyu Urip Kecamatan Sawahan Kota Surabaya merupakan wilayah yang memiliki banyak UMKM, namun sebagian besar dari mereka masih menggunakan cara konvensional dalam melakukan transaksi keuangan. Hal ini tentu saja membuat proses administrasi keuangan menjadi lebih rumit dan memakan waktu yang lama. Oleh karena itu perlu dilakukan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk memperkenalkan dan meningkatkan penggunaan teknologi informasi dalam dunia bisnis, khususnya pada UMKM di wilayah tersebut. Dalam pengabdian ini, dilakukan pembuatan aplikasi E-Cashin yang digunakan oleh UMKM di RT 6 RW 6 Kelurahan Banyu Urip Kecamatan Sawahan Kota Surabaya untuk memudahkan transaksi keuangan mereka. Selain itu, pelatihan dan pendampingan juga diberikan kepada pemilik UMKM di RT 6 RW 6 Kelurahan Banyu Urip Kecamatan Sawahan Kota Surabaya tentang penggunaan aplikasi E-Cashin agar mereka dapat memanfaatkannya dengan baik. Hasil dari pengabdian ini, UMKM di RT 6 RW 6 mampu mengoperasikan aplikasi E-Cashin sehingga UMKM dalam melakukan transaksi keuangan menjadi efektif dan efisien.
Employee Information System Development at PT. Friends of Sakinah Flashlight Surabaya
Authors: Herlambang Teguh , Yudianto Firman , Adinugroho Mukhtar , Susanto Fajar Annas , Yuliana Leni
Published: November 2023

PT Sahabat Sakinah senter is a service provider providing smart solutions, especially focusing on clearing in non-performing assets.  We are committed to using information technology and algorithms to provide customers with quality non-performing asset collection strategies and resource pooling, as well as providing one-stop post-loan solutions. Our community service was carried out at PT Sahabat Sakina Center, a company engaged in billing customers who make online loans, where this company only accepts billing services.  With the information system development training at PT Sahabat Sakinah Senter, it could modernizes its database and office systems.
Pengaruh Model Pembelajaran Role Playing terhadap Hasil Belajar IPS Siswa
Authors: Sitanggang Destri Rosanni , Purba Nancy Angelia , Sirait Esti
Published: November 2023

Kegialtaln bermalin yang dilakukan alnalk dalpalt mengolptimallisalsikaln laljul stimullalsi balik dalri lulalr malulpuln dalri dallalm, mengalktulallisalsikaln poltensi tersebult dalpalt memecalhkaln permalsallalhaln yalng merekal haldalpi dallalm kehidulpaln yalng sebenalrnyal balik melalluli kesaldalraln dirinyal sendiri malulpuln dengaln balntulaln olralng lalin. Metode penelitialn yalng digulnalkaln aldallalh jenis penelitialn Pre-Eksperimentall Design. Berdasarkan penelitian yang dilakukan ditemukan bahwa paldal SD Negeri 122381 Ralgi Palne temal 3 sulbtemal 2 pembelaljalraln 3 diperolleh nilali raltal-raltal pretest  tergollolng rendalh dibalndingkaln dengaln nilali raltal-raltal polsttest. Dengaln pengulnalaln moldel pembelaljalraln Rolle Plalying  paldal temal 3 sulbtemal 2 pembelaljalral 3 diperolleh perkembalngaln halsil belaljalr  yalng salngalt signifikaln. Paldal salalt pemberialn pretest daln polstest dimalnal raltal-raltal pretest 52,66 daln raltal-raltal polsttest 84,66 sedalngkaln paldal ulji t sig(2-taliled) sebesalr 0,000 dimalnal thitulng sebesalr 17,147. Dalri penjelalsaln tersebult dalpalt diketalhuli balhwal aldalnyal pengalrulh moldel pembelaljalraln Rolle Plalying terhaldalp halsil belaljalr siswal dilihalt dalri nilali polsttest siswal yalng meningkalt. Paldal ulji t sig(2-taliled) sebesalr 0,000 dimalnal thitulng sebesalr 17,147. daln ttalbel dengaln talralf berjulmlalh df berjulmlalh 29 ttalbel berjulmlalh 2,045 dengaln talralf signifikalnsi 0,05. Sehinggal diperolleh 17,147>2,045. Hal diterimal daln hol ditollalk malkal terdalpalt pengalrulh moldel pembelaljalraln Rolle Plalying terhaldalp halsil belaljalr IPS siswal kelals V di UlPTD SD Negeri 122381 Pemaltalng Sialntalr.
Teaching the English Definite Article through Reading Comprehension: A Pertinent Context in a Foreign Language Classroom
Authors: Ali Ezzeldin M.T. , Alzahrani Saeed Abdallah
Published: November 2023

This study reports on the use of the English definite article, which forms a problem for EFL learners in formal writing. Specifically, the study attempts to measure the teaching of English definite article through reading comprehension tasks which are assumed to be suitable tactic in a Sudanese EFL classroom. In this concern, the study also intends to pinpoint the errors of the English definite article that emerge in the writings of Sudanese students of English. The study used descriptive-analytic and experimental methods for data collection. Data collection took place before and after training on the use of the definite article of English. Training continued for four weeks after which students took a posttest. Importantly, three native speakers (Americans) also took the test as a control group. Analysis revealed that as Arabic-speaking students of English, students tend to omit the English definite article before post-modified nouns, while they confuse ‘the’ in generic and specific contexts. Students also tend to add definite articles in contexts where no articles are required. In the light of the results obtained, teaching English definite article through reading comprehension tasks proved to be effective in improving the students’ performance.
Micro Finance Credit Scheme and Youth Entrepreneurship Performance in Rwanda: A Case of Youth Facilitated by Vision Fund in Nyarugenge District
Authors: Egide Karangwa , Kengere Osiemo A.
Published: November 2023

This study aimed to assess the contribution of credit schemes on youth entrepreneurship in Rwanda, specifically in Nyarugenge district. The research involved 540 respondents, including 72 youth entrepreneurs, eight local leaders, and two Vision Fund staff. Both qualitative and quantitative data were used, with the quantitative data containing statistical expressions to interpret achievements. The results showed that fixed pay and salary increases employees' performance, while minority disagreed. The null hypothesis was rejected, and the alternative hypothesis was accepted, indicating that the independent variable influences youth entrepreneurs' performance at Vision Fund, Rwanda. The regression equation demonstrated that youth entrepreneurs' performance at Vision Fund, Rwanda will always depend on a constant factor of.453, regardless of other factors. The majority of respondents agreed that microfinance has an average number of days a borrower needs to pay bills and obligations in specified periods, while minority disagreed. The ANOVA showed a p-value less than 0.05, indicating that there is no statistical significant relationship between credit limits and collection period and youth entrepreneurs' performance. Therefore, credit limits and collection period in Vision Fund are not implemented by top management, which does not have a statistical influence on youth entrepreneurs' performance. The researcher suggested several recommendations for management, such as understanding the default probability of default of entrepreneurs to gauge their future default risk, having a standard credit limit for existing terms and conditions in microfinance, and collecting customer information to improve customer satisfaction and retention. Overall, this study highlights the importance of credit schemes in fostering youth entrepreneurship and promoting economic growth in Rwanda.
Micro Finance Institutional Services and Poverty Reduction in Rural Areas of Rwanda: A Case of Goshen Finance in Rwamagana District
Authors: Alex Ruganzu , Kengere Osiemo A.
Published: November 2023

The study aimed to evaluate the impact of micro finance institutions on poverty reduction in rural Rwanda, using a case study of Goshen Finance in Rwamagana District. The study adopted a descriptive and analytical research design, collecting primary data from Goshen Finance staff and customers, and processing it using SPSS and Excel. The targeted population consisted of 150 respondents, including 45 employees and 105 beneficiaries. The study found compelling correlations between micro-saving and lending services and financial inclusion and well-being. A robust positive correlation was found between these services and increased access to financial services, highlighting the pivotal role of microfinance institutions in extending financial inclusion, especially for underserved populations. A strong positive correlation was found between micro-saving and lending services and improved income levels, indicating that individuals engaging with these services tend to experience higher earnings due to the empowerment provided by microfinance. Additionally, a significant positive correlation was found between micro-saving and lending services and improved access to micro-insurance and medical services, crucial for ensuring financial resilience and healthcare access for vulnerable communities. The study also highlighted the importance of micro-insurance services, showing positive correlations with increased access to financial services, significantly improved income, and enhanced access to healthcare services. A positive correlation indicated that micro-insurance can contribute to better access to education for children. In conclusion, both micro-saving and lending services and micro-insurance services have proven to be valuable tools for enhancing financial inclusion, financial stability, and access to vital services, offering significant benefits to individuals and vulnerable populations.
PEMBATALAN WAKAF DALAM TINJAUAN HUKUM ISLAM
Authors: Janiati Cut
Published: November 2023

Waqf is an Islamic institution that is social in nature, has religious value and serves as a service to Allah SWT. In its function as worship, waqf is expected to be a provision for life in the afterlife. Whereas in its social function as worship, waqf is a very valuable asset in development. Because waqf is worship, its main purpose is devotion to Allah SWT and sincerity for seeking His pleasure.
Waqf can be canceled due to the following: a. A blocking event occurred. b. If there is an increase in the waqf property, then the waqf for the excess price, c. Endowment for immoral interests, such as gambling places, prostitution, building churches, buying weapons to kill. d.Waqf to fight fellow Muslim. e. Waqf of infidels for the benefit of Muslims.
Meanwhile, the provisions in the review of Islamic law mention the immediate cancellation of waqf. The term and pillars set. If the pillars and conditions are violated by any party, the waqf will automatically be cancelled.
KONSEP MANAJEMEN SYARIAH PADA BAITUL MAL GAMPONG KECAMATAN BANDA SAKTI KOTA LHOKSEUMAWE
Authors: Yunus Muhammad , Cut Ali Isnu , Syahriza Mulkan , Janiati Cut
Published: November 2023

Each Baitul Mal Gampong must manage each Baitul Mal Gampong fund based on management that is in accordance with the Islamic concept. Each village in Banda Sakti sub-district, Lhokseumawe City has a different management concept in managing Baitul Mal. As for the formulation of the problem in this study are: one. how is the concept of Sharia management at Baitul Mal located in the sub-district in Banda Sakti District, Lhokseumawe City? 2. What are the obstacles in implementing Sharia management at Baitul Mal which is in the Banda Sakti sub-district, Lhokseumawe City. The research method in this writing is a qualitative research method with data collection techniques based on observation, interviews and documentation. The conclusions that the authors can obtain in this study are as follows: one concept of Sharia management, even in villages located in the sub-district of Lhokseumawe City, has the concept of planning, organizing implementation, and evaluating. the concept of Sharia management, namely the Kampung Mall is based on 5 principles, namely the principles of monotheism, caliph, justice, Ukhuwah and Maslahah. be it village malls that apply sharia management concepts that do not fully apply sharia management concepts, namely Gampong Ujung Blang and Gampong Pusong Lama. in carrying out the management of Baitul Mal Gampong, namely as follows first, understanding of fiqh by amil does not understand, second, lack of quality human resources, third, the technology used is still low, fourth, lack of public awareness in paying zakat. the lack of public trust in every Baitul Mall village in the Banda Sakti sub-district, Lhokseumawe City
An exploration of integration of IoT and 5G networks and a fuzzy approach for clustering to enhance the lifetime of such networks
Authors: Sakya Gayatri , Malik Monika , Sharma Deependra
Published: November 2023

Medium access control protocols play an important role for allocating the medium to the smart devices connected on the networks. These networks include IoT and sensor networks, IoT and 5G networks, IoT and optical networks using 5G communication etc. MAC protocols ensure the efficient and fair communication through these networks from devices to base station. Wireless sensor networks are considered as the back bone for the internet controlled applications. These networks set up link between virtual and real world. The selection of the suitable MAC protocol can help in improving the network life time so the data collected by the nodes is delivered to its destination. So this paper explores the various MAC protocols available for IoT and 5G applications and .The parameters of study for these MAC protocols used for the real time applications includes residual energy, throughput, packet delivery ratio, latency and network lifetime. The paper also explores the usages of machine learning and AI used in MAC protocols for these high speed IoT networks. The work addresses the improvement of network lifetime and residual energy by applying Fuzzy approach for the selection of cluster head . The energy consumption increases if the clusters are not balanced in terms of the nodes so we have used the grid formation of the clusters. We used the Fuzzy Logic Inference system (FIS) in the cluster formation technique. The probabilistic method for election of cluster head does not consider the parameters such as residual energy, node position and base station distance. This result in the improper selection of the cluster head .The use of multiple parameters in the FIS improves the network lifetime and residual energy as compared to the classical LEACH protocol. Fuzzy logic approach solves the uncertainties occurring in the system especially when it is handling the larger amount of data. The fuzzy approach shows the prolonged network lifetime in terms of first node die and the Last node Die. We have also used the statistical regression approach to calculate the residual energy and network life time in terms of alive nodes. Finally this chapter ends with the discussion of challenges and future scope of the MAC protocols used for the real time applications. The work is important as it gives opportunity for the research areas in high speed IoT and 5G networks for using AI and ML intelligent to develop QoS MAC protocols.
Taxonomic status of the Central Asian damselfly Calopteryx samarcandica Bartenev, 1912 (Odonata: Calopterygidae)
Authors: Góral Nikola , Daraż Bogusław , Makhkamov Trobjon , Dabert Mirosława , Bernard Rafał
Published: November 2023

The taxonomic status of the Central Asian damselfly Calopteryx samarcandica was determined on the basis of molecular and phenotypic data from the Kugitang Mountains, SE Uzbekistan. Molecular analyses (COI and 18S rDNA, ITS1-5.8S rDNA-ITS2) revealed that C. samarcandica forms part of a clade that includes taxa treated in the literature as subspecies of Calopteryx splendens and/or related species. However, both mitochondrial and nuclear DNA confirmed that C. samarcandica deserves separate species status. The COI distance to C. splendens (including C. xanthostoma) is moderate (3.47%, K2P), but much greater than the internal distances between the sequences qualified in C. splendens (0.4%); this difference is supported by the low values of the barcoding gap in this genus. The rather distant separation of C. samarcandica from both C. splendens (ancilla, taurica, intermedia) and C. orientalis and the length of the samarcandica-branch recognisable in nuclear rDNA strengthen the independent position of the first species. The phylogenetic position of C. samarcandica in the genus Calopteryx remains unclear due to the low variability of nuclear rDNA markers and insufficient and partly incomparable data for other taxa. The molecular data support the phenotypic and ecological specificity of C. samarcandi­ca, defined by a diagnostic combination of its traits (male and female wing colours and large size and basal diffusion of the wing spot in males) and the conservative association with groundwater-fed natural watercourses in the mountains and foothills fringing the vast Central Asian mountain block.
La elocuencia religiosa y aristocrática en Apuntes de viaje, de Isabel Pesado de Mier (1910)
Authors: Gutierrez Mueller Beatriz
Published: November 2023

Uno de los escasos libros de viajes publicados por una mexicana a principios del siglo XX es el de Isabel Pesado de Mier. Las notas de sus visitas por Europa y Estados Unidos de América, además de descripciones de sitios, costumbres y sentimientos propios, a la manera de un diario, contienen su visión de temas tales como la religión católica y las protestantes; las monarquías y las repúblicas; las clases sociales y las razas. La duquesa de Mier, como firmó sus Apuntes de viaje, es discreta en opiniones políticas, pero se atreve a dejar por escrito, con una elocuencia religiosa ejemplar, cómo debían escribirse argumentaciones a favor de los de su clase y de su religión, según algunos preceptistas en boga por los años en los que hizo su bitácora, a finales del siglo XIX.
Pengaruh Transformasi Jabatan Struktural ke Jabatan Fungsional dan Motivasi Kerja Terhadap Kinerja Pegawai Pada Pemerintah Kabupaten Boalemo
Authors: Lisda Van Gobel Zulaiha Kadjintuni, Udin Hamim,
Published: November 2023

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah : (1) Untuk mengetahui dan menganalisis pengaruh transformasi jabatan struktural ke jabatan fungsional secara parsial terhadap kinerja pegawai pada Pemerintah Kabupaten Boalemo, (2) Untuk mengetahui dan menganalisis pengaruh motivasi kerja secara parsial terhadap kinerja pegawai pada Pemerintah Kabupaten Boalemo (3) Untuk mengetahui dan menganalisis pengaruh transformasi jabatan struktural ke jabatan fungsional dan motivasi kerja secara simultan terhadap kinerja pegawai pada Pemerintah Kabupaten Boalemo. Penelitian ini menggunakan jenis penelitian survey dengan pendekatan kuantitatif, sampel berjumlah 83 orang responden pegawai pada pemerintah Kabupaten Boalemo, analisis data menggunakan analisis regresi berganda dengan bantuan aplikasi SPSS versi 20. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa : (1) Secara parsial terdapat pengaruh yang negatif dan signifikan antara variabel transformasi jabatan struktural ke jabatan fungsional (X1) terhadap kinerja pegawai (Y) pada Pemerintah Kabupaten Boalemo dengan nilai determinan sebesar 3,9 %. Artinya bahwa apabila transformasi jabatan struktural ke jabatan fungsional jika terus ditingkatkan maka kinerja pegawai pada pemerintah Kabupaten Boalemo akan semakin menurun.(2) Secara parsial terdapat pegaruh yang positif dan signifikan antara variabel motivasi kerja (X2) terhadap kinerja pegawai (Y) pada Pemerintah Kabupaten Boalemo dengan nilai determinan sebesar 37,4%. Artinya bahwa apabila motivasi kerja terus ditingkatkan maka kinerja pegawai akan semakin meningkat. (3) Secara simultan atau bersama-sama terdapat pengaruh yang positif dan signifikan antara variabel transformasi jabatan struktural ke jabatan fungsional (X1) dan motivasi kerja (X2) terhadap kinerja pegawai (Y) pada Pemerintah Kabupaten Boalemo dengan nili determinan sebesar 49,6%. Artinya bahwa semakin tinggi transformasi jabatan struktural ke jabatan fungsional, dan motivasi kerja yang diberikan terhadap pegawai maka semakin tinggi pula kinerja pegawai pada pemerintah Kabupaten Boalemo.
The Effect of Performance Contracting on Public Service Delivery of Employees in Huduma Centres in Western Kenya
Authors: Nyongesa Wesonga , Van der Westhuizen Johan
Published: November 2023

Kenya's government has faced community pressure to enhance service performance. Service delivery has not improved due to privatization, voluntary early retirement, or reorganization. Performance contracting was an option for decreasing service decreases, but only in partnership with Huduma Centres. According to a 2020 Government report, the Centres serviced less than 30,000 customers daily and earned around Kshs 12 billion in revenue. Previous studies on performance contracting were mostly case studies rather than surveys. According to the literature, performance contracting affected service delivery, but Huduma Centres had a dwindling fortune requiring further study. The study's objective was to assess the effect of performance contracting on service delivery. A correlational survey design was used in the study. The target population consisted of 276 workers. The instrument for data collection was the questionnaire, and data was analysed descriptively and using regression analysis. The results revealed that performance contracting increased service delivery by 60.1% or R2=0.601. The study recommends that attention be paid to all the stages in performance contracting to enhance service delivery, and pieces of training and incentives are crucial to performance contracting. The policymakers now know from the study that incentives, goal setting, and performance monitoring are critical to service delivery.
BERLINSKI PROCES I OTVORENI BALKAN: EFEKTIVNOST, KOMPLEMENTARNOST I KOMPARATIVNE PREDNOSTI U PROCESU REGIONALNE INTEGRACIJE NA ZAPADNOM BALKANU
Authors: Jelisavac Trošić Sanja , Arnaudov Mitko
Published: November 2023

Berlinski proces je uspostavljen 2014. godine, kao inicijativa nekoliko država članica Evropske unije pod nemačkim vođstvom, da se angažuju u radu sa šest partnera sa Zapadnog Balkana. Osnovni cilj je regionalna saradnja koja treba da doprinese ubrzanju evropskih integracija na Zapadnom Balkanu, ali i stvaranju zajedničkog regionalnog tržišta. Otvoreni Balkan je inicijativa koju su pokrenuli lideri Albanije, Severne Makedonije i Srbije 2019. godine. Glavni cilj je stvaranje jedinstvenog tržišta na Zapadnom Balkanu, zasnovanog na principima tržišta EU i slobodnog kretanja robe, ljudi, kapitala i usluga. Cilj rada je da analizira efikasnost jedne i druge inicijative, njihovu komplementarnost i komparativne prednosti jedne u odnosu na drugu i obrnuto. Isključivo u ovu svrhu sproveli smo anketu, kako bismo bolje razumeli trenutnu poziciju i budućnost ove dve inicijative. Rezultati pokazuju da inicijativa Otvoreni Balkan uživa veće poverenje među ispitanicima. Zaključujemo da je to zbog brže implementacije postignutih dogovora i direktno vidljivih rezultata za privredni sektor i građane u regionu.
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE: THE NEW INEVITABILITY OF CONTEMPORARY SOCIETY
Authors: Spalević Žaklina , Marković Filip , Marković Sanja
Published: November 2023

Artificial intelligence is one of the most fundamental areas of science and engineering. Its urban development began after the Second World War, and the name itself dates back to 1956. Today, artificial intelligence as a universal field is relevant to all intellectual tasks that tries not only to understand, but also to build intelligent entities. Given that today is characterized by facing increasingly serious environmental problems (challenges) such as climate change, loss of biodiversity, depletion of natural resources, air and water pollution, the need for innovative approaches that will help solve these problems is becoming increasingly urgent. Therefore, in this paper, we will present some of the possible ways of solving the mentioned problems. Given that the application of artificial intelligence is increasing every day and that it enters every pore of modern society, we will also make a brief review of artificial intelligence in the legal system of the European Union.
VIOLÊNCIA OBSTÉTRICA E A RESPONSABILIDADE CIVIL DOS AGRESSORES
Authors: Feitosa Milena de Sousa , Carvalho Ianna Tábata Nogueira de , Leonel Ana Letícia Anarelli Rosati  
Published: November 2023

Tem-se notado, com mais frequência que em tempos passados, a violência obstétrica como prática no ambiente hospitalar, efetuada por profissionais da área da saúde que, de forma negligente, imprudente ou mesmo dolosa, praticam atos incompatíveis com o estado vulnerável das pacientes. Esse tipo de violência se caracteriza por violações que atingem a integridade física e moral da mulher gestante antes, durante ou no pós-parto e, no contexto da área hospitalar, acontece em hospitais públicos e privados, inclusive de referência. Trata-se de uma violência de gênero, especialmente porque leva em consideração aspectos peculiares e únicos da mulher. Este trabalho tem como objetivo analisar os regulamentos civis de punição à violência obstétrica, já que, atualmente, não há legislação que proteja, de forma direta e eficaz, as vítimas do evento. Assim, analisa-se artigos e jurisprudências por meio da metodologia qualitativa, concluindo-se, de forma não exaustiva, que esse tipo de violência ainda é desconhecido para muitas mulheres e deve ser objeto de estudo e discussão no ambiente social e jurídico.
Optimizing offshore wind export cable routing using GIS-based environmental heat maps
Authors: Backstrom Joni Thomas , Warden Nicholas Mark
Published: November 2023

Abstract. In the United States, there are plans to produce up to 30 GW of offshore wind power by the year 2030, resulting in numerous seabed lease areas which are currently going through the leasing or construction & operations phase. A key challenge associated with offshore wind is optimal routing and installation of the subsea power cables, which transmit power from the main offshore wind energy production area to a land-based station, where it connects to the electrical grid. By traversing a vast extent of the seafloor, the installation and operational phases of subsea power cables have the potential to result in a range of environmental impacts, which may negatively affect sensitive biological, physical and human and/or cultural resource receptors. Presented here is a case study from southeastern North Carolina to identify optimal seabed cable routes and coastal landfalls for a recently leased offshore wind farm by using a combination of publicly available data, coupled with standard environmental impact assessment methodologies and GIS-based heat maps. The study identified a range of high-risk areas, in addition to a number of potential low risk routes and landfall areas which minimize seabed user conflicts and impacts to environmentally sensitive locations. Although additional high resolution and site specific environmental, geological and biological surveys are required to develop a robust cable installation plan, the preliminary steps from this research optimizes early phase marine spatial planning for offshore wind projects and other similar subsea industries.