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Propuesta de un Catálogo de Patrones de Escenario para la Definición de Requisitos - Catalogue for Scenario Patterns Requirements Elicitation
Authors: Cortés Bravo Carlos Alberto , Abud Figueroa María Antonieta , Romero Torres Celia , Juárez Martínez Ulises , Pelaez Camarena Gustavo
Published: September 2024

La definición de los requisitos de software consiste en la especificación y validación de las funcionalidades que el sistema a desarrollar debe proporcionar, así como de las restricciones que el sistema debe cumplir. Para el análisis de los requisitos existen varias técnicas, siendo los escenarios una técnica que permite describir el comportamiento esperado del software en un lenguaje reconocido por los involucrados con lo que se logra una buena comunicación con el cliente. Por otra parte, los patrones permiten reutilizar elementos previamente comprobados funcionando como un registro de experiencias que ayudan a agilizar y mejorar los procesos. En este artículo se presenta una propuesta para la definición de patrones de escenario y un catálogo de patrones de escenario en el dominio de la telemática que permiten una descripción clara y precisa de los requisitos en este dominio.Abstract: Software requirements elicitation is the process of identifying needs for a software systems as well as the constraints that the system must meet. There are several techniques for the analysis of the requirements, the scenarios being a technique to describe the expected behavior of the software in terms undestood by all stakeholders with what a good customer communication is achieved. Moreover, the patterns allow reuse previously tested elements functioning as a record of experiences that help streamline and improve processes. This article presents a proposal for defining patterns of scenarios and a catalog of patterns in the domain of telematics that enable clear and precise descriptions of the requirements in this domain.Keywords: patterns, scenarios, software requirements.
Trazabilidad y validación de requerimientos funcionales de sistemas informáticos mediante la transformación de modelos conceptuales - Traceability and validation for functional requirements of information systems using conceptual model transformation
Authors: Arlos Medina Oscar , Martín Marciszack Marcelo , Groppo Mario Alberto
Published: September 2024

El objetivo de este trabajo es caracterizar un método que permita la trazabilidad y validación de requerimientos funcionales de un sistema de información mediante la transformación de modelos conceptuales. Para lo cual se construyó un software denominado SIAR (Sistema Integral de Administración de Requerimientos) que administra los requerimientos funcionales y utiliza UML (Lenguaje Unificado de Modelado) para su representación como Casos de Uso. La finalidad principal de esta aplicación web es la gestión de Casos de Uso con una herramienta que agilice su registro, normalice su contenido y posibilite la trazabilidad de los cambios e implemente validaciones funcionales. Por ejemplo, un procedimiento automatizado de análisis de consistencia de Casos de Uso, para lo cual el sistema genera un grafo con la transición de estados de cada Caso de Uso que es analizado en un simulador de autómata finito determinista para verificar la cohesión de los escenarios en él definidos.Abstract: The goal of this paper is to characterize a method that allows the traceability and validation of functional requirements of a computer system by transforming conceptual models with SIAR (Integrated System of Requirements Management). This software manages the functional requirements describing them as Use Cases using UML (Unified Modeling Language). The main purpose of this web application is the Use Cases management with a tool to expedite registration, normalize its contents and enable the traceability of changes and implement functional validations. For example, an automated process for consistency analysis of Use Cases, for which the system generates a graph with the state transition of each Use Case. Finally, the graph is analyzed in a deterministic finite automata simulator to verify the consistency of the defined scenarios defined.keywords: Traceability, Validation, Functional requirement, Conceptual model, UML, Deterministic finite automata.
Los Sistemas Gestores de Flujos de Trabajo en la Gestión de Procesos Software - The Workflow Management Systems for Software Process Management
Authors: Menéndez Domínguez Víctor Hugo , Castellanos Bolaños María Enriqueta
Published: September 2024

Hoy en día, las empresas de software se ven obligadas a mejorar su rendimiento para poder sobrevivir en un entorno altamente competitivo: los clientes demandan una mayor calidad, menor plazo de entrega, mejor servicio, atención personalizada, etc. En este trabajo se describen a los procesos software así como los flujos de trabajo. Su combinación y automatización mejora el flujo de información asociado a las actividades de dichos procesos, lo que facilita el control y permite mejorar el rendimiento, reducir costos y plazos, minimizar errores y garantiza una mayor calidad, entre otras ventajas.Abstract: Nowadays, software companies are forced to improve their performance in order to survive in a highly competitive environment: customers demand higher quality, shorter delivery, best service, personalized attention, etc. This paper describes the software processes and workflows. Their combination and automatization improve the flow of information associated with the activities of such processes, which facilitates control and improves performance, reduces costs and time, minimizes errors and ensures greater quality, among other benefits.Keywords: Software process, workflows, WorkFlow Management System, WfMS.
Desarrollo de Herramientas Enfocadas en Ayudar a las Pymes de Desarrollo de Software en la Implementación de Buenas Prácticas de Gestión de Proyectos - Development of Tools Focused on Helping Software Development SMEs in the Implementation of Project Management Best Practices
Authors: García Yolanda-Meredith , Muñoz Mirna , Mejía Jezreel , Martínez Juan-Manuel , Gasca Gloria-Piedad , Hincapié Jesús-Andrés
Published: September 2024

La Industria del desarrollo de software constituye un factor clave en la economía. En Latinoamérica este sector se compone por el 99% de pymes. Esto resalta la importancia de la implementación de buenas prácticas de ingeniería de software en las pymes para asegurar su mejora continua. En este contexto, existen diversos modelos y estándares que contienen buenas prácticas enfocadas en mejorar los procesos de desarrollo de software tales como CMMI, ISO-12207, ISO-15504, etc. Sin embargo, para aplicar dichos modelos, las pymes requieren adaptarlos según su tamaño y tipo de negocio. Por lo tanto, se apoyan de técnicas y herramientas para la implementación de buenas prácticas contenidas en ellos. El objetivo de este artículo es presentar una herramienta que facilita la implementación de buenas prácticas para realizar una la gestión de riesgos básica en una pyme.Abstract: Software development industry is a key factor in the worldwide economy. In Latin America, this sector consists mostly of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and they represent the 99% of the business software industry. This highlights the importance to implement best practices in software engineering SMEs to ensure a continuous improvement. In this context, there are several models and standards that contain best practices focused on improving software development processes such as CMMI-DEV v1.3, ISO 12207, ISO 15504, etc. However, to implement them in SMEs they should be tailored according to the organization size and type of business. Therefore, SMEs require the use of techniques and tools that help them in the implementation of best practices. This paper aims to present a tool that facilitates the implementation of best practices allowing to SMEs to carry out a basic risk management.Keywords: Project management, risk management, techniques and tools, SMEs.
Simulación y Conteo de Unidades Formadoras de Colonias - Simulation and Counting of Colony-Forming Units
Authors: Sánchez F. Erika P. , Núñez R. Dámaris , Cruz L. Roberto O. , Torres H. Mayra A. , Herrera M. Elsa V.
Published: September 2024

Este artículo plantea el diseño e implementación de una aplicación móvil que mediante un sistema de visión por computadora permite realizar el conteo de colonias de bacterias en cultivos microbianos disminuyendo significativamente el tiempo de la cuantificación y generando un método estándar de conteo para dispositivos móviles con sistema operativo Android. Así como un simulador de colonias de bacterias que permite generar muestras controlando parámetros de crecimiento de bacterias con el fin de ayudar a probar la eficiencia de la aplicación de conteo de colonias de bacterias.Abstract: This article proposes the design and implementation of a mobile application using a computer vision system that allows counting bacterial colonies in microbial cultures, decreasing significantly the time of quantification and generating a standard counting method for mobile devices running Android OS. As well as a bacterial colony simulator that allows generating samples controlling bacterial growth parameters in order to help to test the efficiency of the bacterial colony count application.Keywords: Android, Mobile Application, Microbiological Counting, Computer Vision
Debilidad SAC en el algoritmo de cifrado en flujo RC4 - SAC Weakness in RC4 stream cipher
Authors: Madarro Capó Evaristo J. , Justiz Cuellar Oristela , Legón Carlos M , Sosa Gómez Guillermo
Published: September 2024

En este trabajo se describe una interesante vía para la detección de la existencia de entradas de colisión en el algoritmo de cifrado en flujo RC4 basado en el criterio estricto de avalancha y se discuten los resultados obtenidos en comparación con las debilidades y ataques reportados sobre el RC4 que plantean la existencia de una fuerte correlación entre los parámetros de entrada y salida del algoritmo.Abstract: This paper describes an interesting way for the detection of the colliding entries existence in the RC4 stream cipher algorithm based in the strict avalanche criterion and the results obtained are discussed in comparison with the reported weaknesses and attacks on the RC4 that raise the existence of a strong correlation between the parameters of Input and output of the algorithm.Keywords: strict avalanche criterion, colliding entries, statistical correlation, RC4.
Internet de las cosas y Realidad Aumentada: Una fusión del mundo con la tecnología - Internet of Things and Augmented Reality: A fusion of the world with technology
Authors: Camacho Castillo José David , Oropeza Oropeza Emmanuel , Lozoya Rodríguez Oscar Ivan
Published: September 2024

La realidad aumentada (AR) y el internet de las cosas (IoT) son tecnologías que en la actualidad están en auge debido a la innovación que están generando en múltiples áreas. A diferencia de otras tecnologías como la realidad virtual, con la realidad aumentada se pueden aprovechar tecnologías de bajo coste como un teléfono inteligente para su uso y experimentación, mismo es el caso del internet de las cosas que solo necesita de software/hardware en versiones libres. En este artículo se presenta un esquema de la mezcla del internet de las cosas con la realidad aumentada, además del desarrollo de una aplicación ejemplo para mostrar el potencial de su interconexión en lo que se denomina realidad mixta.Abstract: Augmented reality (AR) and Internet of things (IoT) are technologies that currently are booming due to the innovation they are generating in multiple areas. Unlike other technologies as virtual reality, augmented reality can take the advantage of low cost technologies as a smart phone for use and experimentation, the same case with the Internet of things that just needs software/hardware in open versions. In this paper is presented a scheme for the Internet of things mixed with augmented reality, also the development of an example application to show the potential of this interconnection called mixed reality.Keywords: augmented reality, internet of things, open source, open hardware, mixed reality.
Control Robusto de un Doble Péndulo Invertido - Robust control of a Double Inverted Pendulum
Authors: Ruiz Velázquez Eduardo , Ruiz Velázquez Eduardo , Vega Magdaleno Gustavo Daniel , García Rodríguez Julio Alberto
Published: September 2024

Este trabajo presenta el diseño de un controlador robusto H∞ para la estabilización de un Doble Péndulo Invertido (DPI). El modelo matemático del DPI es obtenido vía linealización del sistema diseñado en la Toolbox de simulación virtual SimscapeTM MultibodyTM de MathWorks. Se realiza una comparación entre el controlador incluido por defecto en la Toolbox mencionada y el controlador propuesto. La experimentación virtual demuestra que el algoritmo de control robusto H∞ exhibe un mejor desempeño en escenarios donde existen variaciones paramétricas como era de esperarse. En este sentido, la aportación de este trabajo es mostrar la síntesis del controlador y resaltar la importancia de la Toolbox que proporciona un entorno de simulación 3D para múltiples sistemas de ingeniería mecánica y robótica. De igual manera, resulta ser una excelente herramienta didáctica para el aprendizaje de los sistemas de control retroalimentado. Abstract: This paper presents the design of a robust H∞ controller for the stabilization of a Double Inverted Pendulum (DIP). The mathematical model of the DIP is obtained via linearization of the system designed in the virtual simulation toolbox SimscapeTM MultibodyTM of MathWorks. A comparison of the execution is made between the controller included by default in the aforementioned Toolbox and the proposed controller. Virtual experimentation shows that the H∞ robust control algorithm exhibits better performance in scenarios where there are parametric variations as expected. In this sense, the contribution of this work is to show the synthesis of the controller and highlight the importance of the Toolbox that provides a 3D simulation environment for multiple mechanical and robotic engineering systems. In the same way, it turns out to be an excellent didactic tool for the learning of feedback control systems. Keywords: robust control, double inverted pendulum, SimscapeTM MultibodyTM.
Determining a Fair Rent for Farm Buildings
Authors: McClure Glennis
Published: September 2024

Establishing a fair rent for farm buildings and storage facilities involves multiple factors. There isn’t a universal formula, as conditions vary depending on building type, usage, and local market conditions. However, a comprehensive evaluation of both fixed and variable costs, as well as cash and non-cash expenses, is essential.
"But, I don’t believe it’s about race": Challenging fallacies of race and racism amongst early childhood educators in Ontario
Authors: Daniel Beverly-Jean , Escayg Kerry-Ann
Published: September 2024

There is the continued belief that children do not see race and that they are racially innocent. This belief is evidenced in early childhood environments and influences the practices of the instructors in these settings. However, research continues to show that children do see and react to varying markers of race. This research project focused on early childhood educators’ interpretations of children’s racially coded behaviours and interactions. The results revealed four central themes: racial evasiveness; racial dis-ease; parental role in promoting racism; and limited educational preparation. This study contributes to the growing body of research on children, race, and early childhood by examining how Canadian early childhood educators address race and racism in the classroom.
Phylogenetic Diversity vs H-Index – does genetics or culture lead conservation research?
Authors: Tam Jess , Cornwell William , Francis Roxane
Published: September 2024

With so many species in decline it is difficult to know where conservation effort and funding should be dedicated. A common prioritization argument is species uniqueness and phylogenetic diversity, where those with unique evolutionary history are thought to be especially valuable. However, despite frequent calls for better prioritization, research interest is often idiosyncratic, pragmatic, and geographically biased, creating an uneven spread of research interest across the tree of life. Here, we aim to quantify the research interest of endemic species from Africa and Australia across 5 vertebrate groups, exploring whether research interest has any correlation with phylogenetic uniqueness. To measure research interest, Hirsch’s h-index is used as it can identify biases in the research literature. In this study, we explored the relationships between phylogenetic uniqueness, h-index, and the number of publications for five vertebrate groups across the Australian and African continents: Mammalia, Aves, Reptilia, Amphibia, and Chondrichthyes. Observing the top 10 species that are the most phylogenetically unique, there was very little relationship between their phylogenetic uniqueness and research interest. The most highly researched animals were the megafauna, or those considered as charismatic – with human-perceived charisma not showing a strong phylogenetic pattern. We saw higher research interest in mammals than other vertebrate groups, and generally higher levels of research attention in fauna from Africa than Australia, which did reflect higher levels of phylogenetic uniqueness on the African continent. While phylogenetic diversity is a useful index on which to base research interest and conservation prioritization, it appears that current conservation strategies reflected by research interest do not follow this approach. We believe that our approach in this study is scalable to other geographical regions, which can help guide conservation efforts of phylogenetically unique species.
Scientific Heroism and Its Representations: A Psychoanalytical Approach to Frankenstein or the Modern Prometheus
Authors: OULAM N'Télam
Published: September 2024

Heroism refers to the qualities or attributes of a hero or heroine. A hero or heroine is the main character or the sole protagonist of a story, who, though flawed, is often endowed with admirable qualities and displays great courage and bravery as the story unfolds. In Frankenstein or the Modern Prometheus, Victor Frankenstein is portrayed as a gifted scientist who has a brilliant idea of imparting life to inanimate things. But, as a flawed human being, his uncontrolled passion, has worked against his intention and he has unwittingly ended up creating a monster. The paper, through a psychoanalytical approach, analyses the power of knowledge on Frankenstein in a techno-scientific world. It firstly, discusses the different features which make Frankenstein a tragic hero. Then, it lists out and discusses the conflictual forces or flaws that have worked against Frankenstein making him a victim.
Effectiveness of Word Games in Teaching Students Vocabulary
Authors: Bustrillo Homer T. Bustrillo , Sumicad Rulthan , Cuevas Gloria Con-ui
Published: September 2024

This study explores the effectiveness of word games as an effective tool for teaching English vocabulary to Grade 7 students at the University of Cebu-Main Campus during the 2016-2017 academic year. By comparing the performances, the pretest and posttest, of control and experimental groups, the research aimed to determine whether word games significantly improved vocabulary acquisition. The findings indicated that while both groups showed improvement, the experimental group demonstrated a more substantial increase in posttest performance, suggesting that word games can enhance vocabulary learning. A researcher-developed questionnaire was used as the assessment tool. Despite these promising findings, several limitations were noted, including the focus on a single group of students within one academic year, the small sample size, and the exclusion of factors such as student motivation and teaching styles. The reliance on pretest and posttest scores also limits insight into long-term retention. Nevertheless, the results provided a basis for proposing an action plan to enhance vocabulary instruction through word games.
Effects of Infill Density and Printing Speed on The Tensile Behaviour of Fused Deposition Modelling 3D Printed PLA Specimens
Authors: Muzli Muhammad Farhan , Ismail Khairul Izwan , Yap Tze Chuen
Published: September 2024

The mechanical properties such as tensile behavior of a 3D printed object can be influenced by various printing parameters, including printing temperature, orientation, infill density, and printing speed. This study focuses on investigating the effects of infill density and printing speed. Thirty dog-bone specimens were 3D printed using Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM) technique with Polylactic Acid (PLA) filament. Three different infill density settings (40%, 60%, and 80%) and three printing speed settings (30 mm/s, 60 mm/s, and 90 mm/s) were used. Tensile tests were performed on each specimen using a Universal Testing Machine. The experimental results indicate a clear trend of tensile behaviour with infill density. Increasing the infill density leads to improved tensile behaviour in the specimen. The highest Young’s Modulus and ultimate tensile strength (UTS) were achieved at 541.67 MPa and 24.3 MPa, respectively, with an infill density of 80%. On the other hand, printing speed showed an inverse relationship with tensile behaviour. As the printing speed increased, the Young’s Modulus and UTS decreased. However, the effect of printing speed on the mechanical properties was not as significant as that of infill density. When increasing the printing speed from 30 mm/s to 90 mm/s, the UTS only decreased by 5.61%. In contrast, increasing the infill density from 40% to 80% resulted in a UTS increase of 35.23%.
Optical and Structural Properties of V2O5 Electrochromic Thin Films
Authors: Tan Ming Yue , Chan Kah Yoong , Thien Gregory Soon How , Tan Kar Ban , Murthy H. C. Ananda , Au Benedict Wen Chen
Published: September 2024

The increase in global temperature has led to a significant surge in energy consumption within the air conditioning industry, resulting in environmental deterioration. Electrochromic (EC) windows have emerged as a promising solution to address these challenges. Vanadium pentoxide (V2O5) stands out among all metal oxide materials due to its remarkable EC properties, including substantial Li+ ion insertion capacity and multicolor capabilities. Despite the potential of V2O5, there remains a lack of comprehensive research on the structural and optical properties of V2O5 films with varying thicknesses. Therefore, this study aims to investigate the structural and optical properties of V2O5 thin films with thicknesses ranging from 46 to 344 nm. By employing the sol-gel spin coating method, V2O5 thin films were fabricated and analyzed using X-ray diffraction (XRD) spectroscopy and ultraviolet-visible (UV-Vis) spectrophotometry. The fabricated V2O5 thin films with thicknesses of 46-274 nm demonstrated an average film transparency of 83 %. XRD analysis further revealed that the V2O5 thin films reached their peak crystallinity at a thickness of 344 nm. Moreover, CV analysis revealed that the V2O5 device, with a thickness of 274 nm, exhibited a cathodic peak current of -1.63 mA, indicating its excellent ability to facilitate Li+ ion diffusion. Additionally, CA measurements displayed a high optical modulation of 37.78 %. Ultimately, this research contributes to the development of energy-efficient solutions for sustainable environmental practices.
Temporal Convolutional Recurrent Neural Network for Elderly Activity Recognition
Authors: Ng Jia Hui , Pang Ying Han , Raja Sekaran Sarmela , Ooi Shih Yin , Wang Lillian Yee Kiaw
Published: September 2024

Research on smartphone-based human activity recognition (HAR) is prevalent in the field of healthcare, especially for elderly activity monitoring. Researchers usually propose to use of accelerometers, gyroscopes or magnetometers that are equipped in smartphones as an individual sensing modality for human activity recognition. However, any of these alone is limited in capturing comprehensive movement information for accurate human activity analysis. Thus, we propose a smartphone-based HAR approach by leveraging the inertial signals captured by these three sensors to classify human activities. These heterogeneous sensors deliver information on various aspects of nature, motion and orientation, offering a richer set of features for more accurate representations of the activities. Hence, a deep learning approach that amalgamates long short-term memory (LSTM) in temporal convolutional network (TCN) is proposed. We use independent temporal convolutional networks, coined as temporal convolutional streams, to independently analyse the temporal data of each sensing modality. We name this architecture multi-stream TC-LSTM. The performance of multi-stream TC-LSTM is assessed on the self-collected elderly activity database. Empirical results exhibit that multi-stream TC-LSTM outperforms the existing machine learning and deep learning models, with an F1 score of 98.3 %
Study on Cation-Exchange of Removal Metallic Ions at PPy/PVS Film
Authors: Teo Lay Lian
Published: September 2024

Due to the presence of heavy metals in wastewater treatment and manufacturing water purification processes in industries, investigations into potential methods have been widely conducted. In this paper, we report the incorporation of cation-exchange for removing heavy metals from aqueous solutions. We further investigated the properties cation-exchange using potential step method on PPy/PVS film at titanium electrode. Satisfactory results have been obtained with the small scale of experimental. It was found that the PPy/PVS film is able to remove heavy metal ions such as copper, nickel, and cobalt at very low concentrations, less than or equal to 10 mg/L, reducing them to approximately 1 mg/L. The Leica Q500MC Image Processing and Analysis system displayed the uneven deposition of heavy metal ions on the surface of PPy/PVS. Furthermore, Electron Spectroscopy for Chemical Analysis (ESCA) demonstrated the deposition of heavy metals on the PPy/PVS film
Rice Leaf Nitrogen Content Estimation Through A Methodological Framework Using Single-Sensor Multispectral Images
Authors: Ang Muliady , Lim Tien Tze , Koo Voon Chet , Dimitri Jeremy , Chandra Eric
Published: September 2024

Using non-destructive evaluation tools based on imaging techniques, including single-sensor multispectral cameras, provides a cost-effective solution for optimizing rice nitrogen fertilization through site-specific nutrient management. However, their accuracy and precision have been identified as areas for improvement. This study aims to develop a methodology to improve the accuracy of estimations through field experiments. It utilizes multispectral images captured by MAPIR Survey3W Orange Cyan Near-Infrared and MAPIR Survey3W Red Edge cameras. The Normalized Difference Vegetation Index and Red Edge values derived from these images are correlated with Soil Plant Analysis Development values to assess rice nitrogen levels. A prediction model is then built using the Support Vector Regression algorithm. Findings from the experiments underscore the importance of addressing shadow effects, integrating the dataset on light intensity and image capture time, conducting radiometric calibration, filtering outlier data, employing image segmentation, and utilizing nonlinear Canova tests to enhance estimation accuracy. By configuring the Support Vector Regression model with RBF kernel, gamma set to 1.24, and epsilon set to 0.1, the R2 of the train data and validation data reaches 0.851, and 0.840 respectively. Meanwhile, the R2 of the test data achieves 0.793 with a mean absolute percentage error of 3.49 % and a root mean square error of 1.70. These findings underscore the potential of the proposed methodology to improve the estimation of rice nitrogen status based on single-sensor multispectral images, paving the way for more effective nutrient management strategies in rice cultivation.
Performance Analysis of Internet-based DGPS and Commercial Satellite-based Augmentation System: A Case Study in Peninsular Malaysia
Authors: Ooi Wei Han , Wahap Noor Azawani , Moslin Shahrizal Ide , Aminullah Wan , Musa Tajul Ariffin , Ab Razak Muhammad Syazwan , Lee Hong Sheng , Wan Aris Wan Anom
Published: September 2024

Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) has become an essential component in modern times for positioning, navigation, and timing. A fast-growing economic region in Malaysia required a GNSS-based augmentation positioning and navigation service. To improve navigation solution, several augmentation techniques exist, such as a differential Global Positioning System (DGPS) assisted by reference station, or augmentation service provided by commercial communication satellite. The DGPS correction is applied through a real-time communication medium and can be received at the user side by several communication methods including internet-based, and this method is favourable for land and near-coast areas. This case study aims to investigate the reliability of internet-based DGPS and SBAS along the Peninsular Malaysia. A test was conducted and data were collected over 15 hours at a rate of 1 Hz from the available GNSS satellite using a geodetic-grade receiver mounted on a moving vehicle. The obtained results showed that DGPS and SBAS perform better than the navigation solution with an accuracy of 1.536 m and 0.955 m respectively, compared to the navigation solution with an accuracy of 3.159 m. The limitations of both augmentation techniques were also analysed and discussed in this study.
Microwave Sensor for Sodium Chloride Density Measurement in Aqueous Solutions
Authors: Yeap Kim Ho , Lam Jia Le , Loh Siu Hong , Veerendra Dakulagi , Mazlan Ahmad Uzair
Published: September 2024

Accurate determination of sodium chloride (NaCl) density in water is vital for assessing environmental impact, preventing soil salinization in agriculture, ensuring quality and consistency in industrial processes, facilitating medical treatments, and maintaining taste and preservation standards in the food and beverage industry. This paper introduces a novel microwave sensor design specifically tailored to accurately assess NaCl density in aqueous solutions. Starting with a standard solution of 10 g of salt dissolved in 100 ml of water, resulting in a molarity of approximately 1.71 M, five distinct samples are meticulously prepared. These samples cover a range of NaCl concentrations, with different ratios of salt solution and drinking water, including pure water, 10 ml of salt solution with 90 ml of water, 20 ml of salt solution with 80 ml of water, 30 ml of salt solution with 70 ml of water, and 40 ml of salt solution with 60 ml of water. Each sample undergoes analysis using the developed microwave sensor to determine its transmission coefficient. The magnitude of the transmission coefficient is closely tied to the density of the salt solution based on molarity. Through a detailed regression analysis, a strong quantitative relationship between the transmission coefficient and salt solution density is revealed. This correlation can be accurately represented by a third-order polynomial equation. This research is significant as it advances microwave sensor technology, allowing for accurate and efficient measurement of NaCl density in water.
Evolution of Requirements Engineering in Agile Methodology – Literature Review
Authors: Zaveri Ayesha Anees , Jaafar Juliana , Yafi Eiad , Sarama Shehmir
Published: September 2024

Requirements Agile approaches have transformed engineering. This paper shows how RE in Agile software development has evolved from documentation-heavy to collaborative, adaptable, and customer-focused. Agile was born in the mid-1990s when the industry realized it needed to respond to changing client needs and market volatility. This evolution includes iterative development, client interaction, and emphasizing communication above documentation, as discussed in the paper. By comparing conventional and Agile RE approaches, we demonstrate the benefits of adapting to change, working with customers, and delivering functional software faster. This analysis provides a persuasive description of Agile RE implementation methodologies and resources through a detailed literature review and real-world experiences. User stories and backlog refinement are notable techniques. The research finishes by exploring how these techniques affect team dynamics, project success, and customer satisfaction. RE's Agile difficulties and opportunities are also examined. The findings illuminate RE methods' successful adaptation to Agile projects' dynamic character. Software development is more responsive and effective due to this adaptation.
أثر تمرينات خاصة وفق متغيرات الاداء الحركي ومؤشر دقة ضربة الابعاد للاعبي الريشة الطائرة
Authors: Asst. Lec. Ali Mohi Maktouf
Published: September 2024

وجد الباحث ان لابد ان يكون الاداء المهاري لمهارات الريشة الطائرة ذات فاعلية عالية ويمتاز بالدقة والسرعة ليكون الاداء مؤثر وبما ان ضربة الابعاد هو مهارة مؤثرة في حسم واحراز النقاط لذا ارتأى الباحث اعداد تمرينات خاصة وفق متغيرات الاداء الحركي لتحسين وتطوير مؤشر الدقة لهذه المهارة. وهدف البحث الى التعرف على أثر التمرينات الخاصة وفق متغيرات الاداء الحركي لتطوير مؤشر دقة ضربة الابعاد للاعبي الريشة الطائرة تحت 17 سنة في الأكاديمية التدريبية للريشة الطائرة في المحاويل. وتم تحديد مجتمع البحث بلاعبي الاكاديمية التدريبية بالريشة الطائرة للموسم 2023-2024 م تحت 19 سنة وتم اختيار جميع مجتمع البحث ليمثلوا عينة الدراسة والبالغ عددهم (6) وتم اعطاء كل لاعب 5 تكرارات لتصبح عينة البحث 30 تم تقسيميهم الى مجموعتين 3 لاعبين ضابطة و3 تجريبية. واستنتج الباحث عدم استثمار عينة البحث الشروط الميكانيكية الصحيحة لمتغيرات السرعة المحيطية للذراع الضاربة وسرعة إطلاق الريشة عند اداء ضربة الابعاد وهذا ناتج من عدم اطلاعهم لأهمية هذه الشروط. وكانت العلاقات المتبادلة للمتغيرات الميكانيكية اهمية كبيرة عند اداء ضربة الابعاد. وان شكل العلاقة مقبولا بين مؤشر الدقة والنقل الحركي والمتغيرات البيوميكانيكية. ويوصي الباحث الى ضرورة التأكيد على متغيرات النقل الحركي عند اداء ضربة الابعاد. وعلى مدربي المنتخبات الوطنية وغيرهم الاهتمام وتطبيق القواعد والقوانين البيوميكانيكية لغرض تطوير متغيرات النقل الحركي.
Castration anxiety: A neglected aetiological factor in the male murderer
Authors: Kahr Brett
Published: September 2024

Although the majority of social scientists and medical researchers would argue that the act of murder results from neurodegeneration and other biological factors, by contrast, forensic psychotherapists and psychoanalysts have long appreciated the role of core traumatic experiences as important aetiological contributors to such violent crimes. In this essay, the author has drawn upon both his clinical experience as well as several detailed biographical studies of famous serial killers such as Jeffrey Dahmer and Joseph Kallinger, underscoring the important role of early castration orientated events upon the development of their ego structures. The author has expanded Sigmund Freud's notion of castration anxiety as a core factor in the development of the male psyche, examining the ways in which early attacks on the genitalia, as well as a sense of basic impotency, contribute to the perpetration of murder during adulthood.
Crime as manic reparation in the face of guilt following the death of a parent
Authors: Simpson David
Published: September 2024

This article explores Freud and Klein's notions of how a sense of unconscious guilt can be a powerful driver of criminal behaviour, especially in young people who have suffered the death of a parent. Following a theoretical exploration of unconscious guilt and the role of omnipotent, reparative phantasies, the author illustrates his ideas with two case histories; the first comes via a film called Scrapper (Regan, 2023) and the second describes a clinical encounter with a young man who committed arson following the death of his father.
Eroticisation as a defence against separation
Authors: Evans Marcus
Published: September 2024

This article is a description of a three-year psychotherapy treatment of John, a seventeen-year-old boy, who presented with gender dysphoric feelings. I discuss his erotised use of dressing up in female clothes and his wish to provoke me into criticising him and link this to my countertransference experiences in order to identify the predominant defensive manoeuvres employed by my patient to distance himself from feelings of disappointment and loss.
Implementasi Smart Cow Farming Technology untuk Monitoring Pertumbuhan Sapi dan Peningkatan Skala Usaha pada Kelompok Peternak Sapi DiBa Farm Kabupaten Lampung Selatan
Authors: Pasaribu A Ferico Octaviansyah , Saputra Febrian Eko , Wati Novi Eka , Darwis Dedi
Published: September 2024

The DiBa Farm Livestock Group faces several urgent issues that need to be addressed not all cows can achieve the minimum weight gain target of 1.5 kg per day. Monitoring of cow growth productivity is done manually; (3) the calculation of the cost of goods sold is also still done manually. The partner's marketing of livestock products is limited to regular customers within the South Lampung area only. Based on these prioritized issues, the proposed solutions and methods are implementing a wheelbarrow tool with a digital scale for transporting cow feed using IoT technology. Implementing a cow growth monitoring application using RFID. Implementing a website-based application to automatically determine the Cost of Goods Sold for cows. Implementing a digital marketing application for cow sales that can be accessed via a website. Providing training and assistance related to digital marketing strategies. Based on the evaluation results, it was found that the implementation of Smart Cow Farming Technology 100% improved the partners' knowledge of its usage. The average cow growth increased monthly, from 45 kg to 50 kg. Additionally, there was a 25% increase in profits due to the implementation of the cost of goods sold calculation application and the online cow sales application. The evaluation results from the digital marketing training activities also showed that 85% of the partners' knowledge and understanding improved in terms of using digital marketing.
Advancing Sustainability in a Residential Building in Europe: A Case Study on LCA and LCC across Different Scenarios
Authors: Aristodemou Elsa , Stojceska Valentina , Christantoni Ilia , Tsakanika Dimitra , Kolokotroni Maria
Published: September 2024

This study evaluates the environmental and economic performance of the "ESTIA of Athens" residential building considering its energy consumption and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. It also explores the potential for improvements in these areas. The European Union's strategy to reduce GHG emissions from buildings by 55% compared to 1990 levels by 2030, as part of its broader aim for climate neutrality by 2050 is a background for the study. The methodology involves a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) using SimaPro software, monitoring energy consumption, temperature and humidity of the building. The thirteen impact categories and damage impact assessment that include human health, ecosystem and resources were examined. The study compares various scenarios, including historical data from 2018 to 2022 and two hypothetical scenarios to assess environmental impacts across different categories. Additionally, Life Cycle Costings (LCC) are performed to evaluate the economic aspects of the building's performance. The results highlight substantial differences in energy consumption, GHG emissions and economic costs among the scenarios. The findings suggest that a hypothetical scenario, referred to as Case 3, demonstrates lower environmental impacts and economic costs compared to other scenarios, indicating its potential as an optimal renovation strategy for the building. This includes reductions of 32%, 40% and 58% in the human health, ecosystems, and resources categories, respectively. A similar trend is observed across the impact categories, with reductions ranging from 4% in the Mineral Resource category to 47% in the Global Warming category. The study underscores the importance of holistic assessments in informing energy policy and renovation strategies for achieving both environmental sustainability and economic viability in buildings.
Antik Çağ’da Güney Troas Bölgesi’nin Sosyo-Ekonomik Yapısı
Authors: Sezer Deniz Serhad
Published: September 2024

Bu makalede; Antik Çağ’da Güney Troas’ın, Troas Bölgesi açısından önemi ele alınmıştır. Antik Çağ’da, İda Dağı’nın (Kaz Dağı) kuzeyinde yer alan Kebren ve Skepsis gibi kentlerde yapılan hayvancılık faaliyetleri, güneyindeki Antandros gibi kereste bakımından zengin bir liman kentinin varlığı bu bölgede hakimiyet kuran devletlere büyük ekonomik imkanlar sağlamıştır. Bunların yanı sıra; bölgenin güney kesimlerde yer alan ve Akdeniz’e doğru açılan önemli bir ticaret limanı olan Assos’un varlığı da, bölgeye ayrı bir değer katmıştır. Yakın konumda yer alan Assos ve Antandros gibi limanlar kentleri sayesinde, bölgeden elde edilen hammaddeler, tüm Akdeniz dünyasına ihraç edilmiştir. Ayrıca bölge; kültürel ve ekonomik sınırlar da göz önüne alındığında, Doğu ve Batı Medeniyetlerinin birbirine en fazla yaklaştığı konumuyla stratejik bir noktada yer almaktadır. Bütün bu sebepler neticesinde; Güney Troas ve çevresine hakim olmak, eski çağlardaki devletler için, her zaman büyük bir ekonomik güce sahip olmak anlamına gelmiştir ki; işte bu gücü ve kaynakları elde etmek için de, birçok medeniyetler bölgeye yerleşmişler ve birçok kez de birbirleriyle savaşmışlardır. Çalışmamızda antik kaynakların yanı sıra; kazı raporlarından, yüzey araştırmalarından, bölgeyi ziyaret eden seyyahların eserlerinden ve modern araştırmalardan yararlanılmıştır. Bu kaynakların sağladığı bilgiler neticesinde Güney Troas’ın tarihi, kültürel ve ekonomik yönden bölgede kilit bir role sahip olduğu vurgulanmıştır.
A Practitioner’s Guide to the Illinois Comprehensive Literacy Plan, and Implications for the Advanced, Accelerated, High Potential, and Gifted Literacy Learner
Authors: Beltchenko Laura
Published: September 2024

This is the first of a two-part series that will support an understanding of the Illinois Comprehensive Literacy Plan (ICLP) and its use in districts and schools with an asset-based mindset of flexibility and local autonomy. The ICLP was crafted and designed as a core literacy initiative. The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE), with support and input from educators across the state, used the outline and guidelines of Illinois Public Act 103-0402, including directives that support the differentiation of literacy instruction in a no one-size-fits-all philosophy of literacy instruction. After an overview that includes highlights of the ICLP, the instructional focus for this series will be on how the population of advanced, accelerated, high potential, or gifted literacy learners, who are present in all demographics and economic strata, have a home in the ILCP through the Goals, Values, and Seven Competencies of Literacy.
Book Review: Media Literacy for Young Children: Teaching Beyond the Screen Time Debate by Faith Rogow
Authors: Quest Mary , Paciga Kathleen A.
Published: September 2024

Faith Rogow’s book, Media Literacy for Young Children: Teaching Beyond the Screen Time Debate, addresses the pervasive role of media in contemporary society and culture, emphasizing its crucial integration into early childhood education. Rogow advocates for a paradigm shift in how educators approach media literacy, moving beyond traditional concerns of health and safety toward cultivating critical inquiry skills. By reframing media as a tool for learning and development rather than solely as a potential risk, the book challenges educators to guide young children effectively in navigating today’s media landscape.
THE TERM AND PRINCIPLES OF STATE GEOLOGICAL CONTROL (SUPERVISION) AS A WAY TO ENSURE THE SAFE, RATIONAL USE AND PROTECTION OF THE SUBSOIL
Authors:   Gubkin Russian State University of Oil and Gas, Moscow, Russian Federation, SOKOLOV A.D.
Published: September 2024

The purpose of the research. This article focuses on the term of state geological control (supervision), justifies the absence of a single definition of state geological control (supervision) in the legislation on subsoil and legal doctrine. The role and place of state geological control (supervision) in the system of Russian legislation and its special principles are considered. Results. As a result of the conducted research, the concept of state geological control (supervision), as well as special principles of this type of control (supervision), which take into account the specific features of the activities of state geological control (supervision) bodies and subsurface users, are formulated and substantiated. The proposed concept is also aimed at excluding the facts of mixing the type of control (supervision) in question with federal state mining supervision. It is determined that the state geological control (supervision) is a separate type of control (supervision) in the system of state environmental control (supervision), a variant of further development of state strategic planning documents is proposed in order to ensure the safe rational use and protection of subsurface resources, as well as environmental protection and environmental safety in general. The distinctive features of the state geological control (supervision) are listed, which determine its allocation in the system of state environmental control (supervision).
BRIBERY: MODERN PROBLEMS OF PREVENTION
Authors:   Orenburg State University, Orenburg, Russian Federation, VOLOSOVA N.YU.
Published: September 2024

The article analyzes statistics, materials of criminal cases, and sentences, which led to the conclusion that there are currently no effective measures to prevent the commission of corruption crimes. Using the example of bribery, the author suggests using more effectively the means available in the arsenal of a law enforcement officer to counter corruption crimes that begin with a conflict of interest and can develop into criminally punishable acts. Among the proposals is the need to declare a conflict of interest, enshrining in law an intangible personal interest as a sign of a conflict of interest; expanding anti-corruption education.
TRANSPARENCY OF JUSTICE AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Authors:   Ufa University of Science and Technology, Ufa, Russia, PAPYSHEVA E.S.
Published: September 2024

Digital technologies and artificial intelligence (hereinafter referred to as AI) are increasingly being applied in judicial proceedings in various countries. The technologization of judicial processes significantly enhances their efficiency. It is noted that the idea of integrating AI technologies into the Russian judicial system is currently only at the stage of conceptualizing the problem. The author analyzes the issue of judicial transparency in relation to the opacity of AI. The benefits of using AI in automating judicial processes are considered: automated case distribution among judges, automatic minute-taking of court sessions, which fully records the course and results of proceedings, and online broadcasting of court sessions. These benefits correlate with judicial transparency, making justice more predictable, fair, consistent, understandable, and explainable. The need to "seal" AI in judicial processes from external (non-regulatory) influences with appropriate system certification is emphasized. Issues related to predictable law and the competitiveness of judges with AI are explored. The problems of technologizing the domestic judicial system are noted, including the selection of judicial and other acts for subsequent machine learning, their digitization, as well as staffing for this activity, technical equipment, and funding. The author concludes that the demand for integrating AI into the Russian judicial system should come from the state, represented by a qualified contracting authority.