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A noção de identidade brasileira a partir de elementos amazônicos: uma perspectiva do Design de Moda
Authors: Couto Mariana Dos Santos , Cardoso Fernanda De Abreu
Published: January 2023

Este artigo apresenta parte das reflexões de uma pesquisa de dissertação de Mestrado em Design em desenvolvimento e propõe uma discussão acerca dos conceitos associados à noção de identidade nacional e regional, especificamente da identidade brasileira e amazonense e o uso de seus elementos visuais como referência na criação de produtos de Moda. Buscamos refletir sobre a construção da identidade cultural brasileira traçando um breve panorama histórico sobre a construção da ideia de uma nação, quais valores simbólicos são produzidos e como eles circulam no mercado nacional e internacional, trazendo como objeto a criação de produtos de Design de Moda. A questão da cultura amazônica faz parte da relação identitária discutida nesse artigo, sendo analisada sua construção simbólica e a apropriação de seus elementos associados ao ideário de identidade nacional.
Folclorização de letreiramentos populares por meio da digitalização: as contribuições de Lina Bo Bardi para o design vernacular
Authors: Carvalho Maria Beatriz , Souza Eduardo Antonio Barbosa de Moura
Published: January 2023

Este artigo revisa conceitos elaborados por Lina Bo Bardi, que tinha como objetivo tomar a tradição cultural do Brasil como base para um desenho industrial brasileiro. A partir desse contexto, enfatizamos as conceituações de arte popular e folclore, que revelam modos contrários de encarar os fatos populares: o primeiro, como expressão de uma civilização e o segundo, de maneira paternalista e estagnada. A seguir, discutimos a utilização de um letreiramento digital com características gráficas vernaculares em uma publicação de um banco digital em uma plataforma de mídias sociais a fim de identificar de que maneira se dá a relação das novas mídias com as expressões populares por meio do design. Concluímos que essa é uma relação de folclorização porque descontextualiza as pessoas e os processos produtivos envolvidos na produção dessa expressão gráfica. Essa discussão é pertinente para possibilitar discussões críticas do que é compreendido como design vernacular.
MONITORAMENTO DE BIOINDICADORES MARINHOS APÓS ROMPIMENTO DA BARRAGEM DO FUNDÃO, MARIANAS- MINAS GERAIS
Authors: Bastos Luiza da Fonseca Mitidieri , Matta Patrícia dos Santos , Almeida Josimar Ribeiro de
Published: January 2023

no dia 5 de novembro de 2015 ocorreu o rompimento da barragem de Fundão da mineradora Samarco, localizada no subdistrito de Bento Rodrigues/MG, a 35 km do centro do município brasileiro de Mariana/MG, aproximadamente 16.000 piscinas olímpicas de resíduos de mineração percolaram pelo distrito de Bento Rodrigues num período de apenas 11 minutos. A pluma deste impacto ambiental, se estendeu aproximadamente por 800 km na bacia do Rio Doce, entre Minas Gerais e Espírito Santo. O rio Ipiranga localizado entre os municípios capixabas de Linhare/ES e São Mateus/ES, foi um dos últimos locais atingidos pelos resíduos da bacia do rio Doce, tendo contato com o mar na restinga da praia de Urussuquara/ES, local que é berçário de tartarugas marinhas. O presente estudo realizado pelos cientistas e pesquisadores da Helium Corp Engenharia, tendo como objetivo prospectar ninhos de tartarugas marinhas na praia de Urussuquara e realizar seu monitoramento sazonal, que teve início em setembro de 2017 e seu término em maio de 2018. Foram levantados um total de 23 ninhos com distribuição homogênea pela costa, a espécie com maior abundância de registros foi Chelonia mydas (LINNAEUS, 1758) com 17 ninhos, sequentemente a espécie Caretta caretta (LINNAEUS, 1758) com 5 ninhos, e por fim a espécie Dermochelys coriacea (LINNAEUS, 1766) com 1 ninho levantado. Por conseguinte, a praia de Urussuquara deve ser conceituada como um lócus prioritário de importância mundial à proteção e conservação de tartarugas marinhas.
Rumo ao novo? A (RE)construção da identidade Argentina durante o governo de Maurício Macri (2016-2019) | Towards the new? The (Re)Construction of the Argentine identity during the government of Mauricio Macri (2016-2019)
Authors: Bandeira de Mello Beatriz
Published: January 2023

O objetivo do artigo é analisar o processo de construção da identidade argentina durante o governo de Maurício Macri, representante da coalizão política Cambiemos. A análise compreende o período entre 2016 e 2019 equivalente ao mandato presidencial de Macri. O artigo terá como base o conceito de identidade trabalhado pelos teóricos construtivistas Alexander Wendt e Nicholas Onuf. Para identificar os principais elementos que compõem a identidade argentina no período, analisaremos os discursos do presidente Maurício Macri e de sua vice, Gabriela Michetti, realizados durante a Assembleia Geral das Nações Unidas (AGNU) no período correspondente.Palavras-chave: Argentina. Política externa. Discursos.ABSTRACTThe objective of the article is to analyze the process of construction of the Argentine identity during the government of Maurício Macri, representative of the political coalition Cambiemos. The analysis comprises the period between 2016 and 2019 equivalent to Macri's presidential term. The article will be based on the concept of identity worked by the constructivist theorists Alexander Wendt and Nicholas Onuf. To identify the main elements that make up the Argentine identity in the period, we will analyze the speeches of President Maurício Macri and his vice, Gabriela Michetti, made during the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in the corresponding period.Keywords: Argentina. Foreign policy. Discourses.Recebido em: 18 abr. 2022 | Aceito em: 23 nov. 2022.
O papel dos Bancos Multilaterais de Desenvolvimento na Cooperação Sul-Sul | The role of Multilateral Development Banks in South-South Cooperation
Authors: Barrios Diaz Jose Alejandro Sebastian
Published: January 2023

O campo da cooperação internacional para o desenvolvimento é um dos mais destacados das relações internacionais. Os Bancos Multilaterais de Desenvolvimento operam nesse contexto e podem desempenhar papel importante no estabelecimento de ambientes institucionais favoráveis ao desenvolvimento de setores como saúde, educação ou infraestrutura, por meio da cooperação internacional com governos e mobilização do setor privado, subsidiando reformas e ajudando os países a tomarem decisões com o uso de evidências e estatísticas. O objetivo do artigo é caracterizar o papel dos Bancos Multilaterais de Desenvolvimento no contexto da Cooperação Sul-Sul.Palavras-chave: Cooperação Internacional. Bancos Multilaterais de Desenvolvimento. Cooperação Sul-Sul.ABSTRACTThe development cooperation is one of the most prominent fields in international relations. Multilateral development banks operate in this context and play an important role in establishing favorable institutional environments for the development of sectors such as health, education or infrastructure through international cooperation with governments and private sector mobilization, subsidizing reforms and helping countries to make decisions using evidence and statistics. The objective of the article is to characterize the role of Multilateral Development Banks in the context of South-South Cooperation.Keywords: Development cooperation. Multilateral Development Banks. South-South Cooperation.Recebido em: 23 mai. 2022 | Aceito em: 22 dez. 2022.
Why hydrogen trains will be a rare sight in the UK
Authors: HILL NICHOLAS
Published: January 2023

Hydrogen will play an important, but niche, role in the decarbonisation of the UK’s rail network writes Plextek CEO Nicholas Hill.
Trolley dash spots rail faults
Authors: FORD JASON
Published: January 2023

Finding defects on railway tracks was a labour intensive process until a Swiss solution motored onto the scene
Back-contact perovskite solar cells target greater efficiency
Authors: FOWLER DAVID
Published: January 2023

Project tackles dual challenges of output and manufacturability
Agriculture requires a technology revolution
Authors: LAPERRIERE ANDRE
Published: January 2023

Andre Laperriere, Executive Director of Global Open Data for Agriculture & Nutrition (GODAN)
The coal conundrum
Authors: FORD JASON
Published: January 2023

The application to build a new coal mine in Cumbria highlights steel’s slow route to carbon neutrality
Backbone of Britain
Authors: FORD JASON
Published: January 2023

Dire predictions for the economy could be offset by the UK’s agile SMEs
Utility Fog
Authors: Powell Gareth L.
Published: January 2023

Tiny nanobots able to self-organise into useful structures, materials, tools and machines might one day transform the world of engineering, writes resident sci-fi author Gareth L. Powell
Mind the Gap
Authors: Leevers Hilary
Published: January 2023

EngineeringUK CEO Dr Hilary Leevers celebrates the increase of women working in engineering and conveys the huge task and collective effort that's required to see substantive change.
Quick on the draw
Authors: FORD JASON
Published: January 2023

Experts from COMSOL, PTC and Autodesk reveal the trends that are their driving their solutions forward
ARCHIMEDES OF SYRACUSE
Authors: Smith Nick
Published: January 2023

Remembered today primarily for inventing a rudimentary screw pump, there is so much more to the Ancient Greek polymath Archimedes of Syracuse, the greatest scientist of antiquity.
Current thinking
Authors: FORD JASON
Published: January 2023

More than twenty years before it became operational The Engineer reported on some early designs for the Thames Flood Barrier
BT ROBOTICS LAB TO TEST FUTURE INFRASTRUCTURE TOOLS
Authors: FORD JASON
Published: January 2023

BT has opened a research facility which aims to put Britain at the forefront of robotics development for telecoms and civil engineering.
Bucket behemoth
Authors: FORD JASON
Published: January 2023

A bucket wheel excavator set for a German mine was the largest machine of its kind
SAMBAS Project Aims for Sustainable 6G
Authors: Ford Jason
Published: January 2023

Energy harvesting technologies are to be applied to next-gen telecoms
ADDING VALUE
Authors: EXCELL JON
Published: January 2023

Nottingham University’s Centre for Additive Manufacturing is taking 3D printing into the fourth dimension. Jon Excell spoke to its director, Professor Richard Hague.
Treetop technology aims to foil illegal deforestation activity
Authors: BRADSHAW MELISSA
Published: January 2023

New AI solution aims to prevent illegal logging
Turkish delight for drone traffic system
Authors: WADE ANDREW
Published: January 2023

Trials demonstrate Pop-up unmanned traffic management system
Coral reef conservation assisted by AI camera
Authors: FORD JASON
Published: January 2023

Project reveals health of subsea environment
Scaling up UK vaccine manufacture
Authors: Shah Nilay
Published: January 2023

Prof Nilay Shah, Head of Chemical Engineering at Imperial College London, examines the engineering challenges of rapidly scaling up vaccine production.
Embedding an Ethical Approach in Engineering
Authors: Bogle David
Published: January 2023

Professor David Bogle, the new President of the Institution of Chemical Engineers, considers the importance of ethics engineering.
Babcock Composites Test Facility Takes Shape at Rosyth
Authors: Excell Jon
Published: January 2023

FASTBLADE is the world’s first test facility to use regenerative hydraulic technology
Batteries and Hydrogen should be Seen as Partners Instead of Rivals
Authors: Hinds Gareth
Published: January 2023

There has been a tendency for the automotive sector to view batteries and hydrogen as competing technologies when they are in fact highly complementary, says Dr Gareth Hinds, Science Area Leader in Electrochemistry at the National Physical Laboratory (NPL).
Team Tempest Reveals Key Concepts of Future Combat Aircraft
Authors: Ford Jason
Published: January 2023

Next-gen fighter will be data as well as jet propelled
On Target
Authors: Excell Jon
Published: January 2023

Sorin Popa, CEO of UK medical device startup Pathfinder Medical, hopes to transform dialysis treatment with a minimally invasive, precision guided device for joining blood vessels together. Jon Excell reports
Q&A: Vision of the Future
Authors: Bradshaw Melissa
Published: January 2023

Virtual and augmented reality technologies are providing innovative industry solutions for design visualisation, training and maintenance. The Engineer asked a panel of experts about the latest trends, applications and developments.
Considering The Classroom
Authors: Leevers Hilary
Published: January 2023

EngineeringUK CEO Dr Hilary Leevers discusses the importance of encouraging engineers into teaching
All Above Board
Authors: Heeps Graham
Published: January 2023

Rivian has created a buzz around its upcoming electric adventure vehicles. E&H speaks to company engineers to get the lowdown on the ‘skateboard’ architecture
Urban Planning
Authors: Grant Alex
Published: January 2023

European cities informed some unusual thinking for Honda’s first ground-up electric vehicle platform, which is looking to transform the landscape for urban-going EVs
Rising Fun
Authors: Heeps Graham
Published: January 2023

The Qianto K50 Chinese EV sports car will be reworked, homologated, assembled and sold in the US by Mullen Technologies
Science Club
Authors: Whitely Michael
Published: January 2023

The automotive industry is going through the biggest transition in its history and it’s the job of cutting-edge research institutions to facilitate this change with electrochemical development
Cabin Comfort
Authors: Poultney Leon
Published: January 2023

The inherent silence electrification brings to vehicles is challenging designers and engineers to combat unwanted ambient noise entering the cabin. New audio technologies such as Active Acoustics software could be the answer to blocking out the noise without having to add weighty insulation
Finding a Niche
Authors: Thomas Craig
Published: January 2023

While mass-scale electric vehicles produced by major OEMS are the mainstream focus of the automotive market, there are small, specialist manufacturers creating purpose-built EVs with innovative drivetrain technologies. What can these companies learn and share with the industry and how do they compete with multi-million-dollar R&D investment?
Raw Deal
Authors: Millard Frank
Published: January 2023

Minerals expert, Professor Richard Herrington of the UK’s Natural History Museum, talks to EHVTI about why he sees energy storage for BEVs as a particular challenge given the need to make sure of the supply chain for the raw materials
Character Building
Authors: Fortune Kyle
Published: January 2023

The EQC will be the first Mercedes-Benz all-electric production model. But although its powertrain and technology might be new, designers had to ensure it retained the spirit of the brand
Building the Future
Authors: Williams Richard N
Published: January 2023

As auto makers prepare for the increase in EV demand, they are facing a manufacturing choice: to build new production plants or refit existing facilities. And with predictions of vehicle uptake varying, flexibility is vital
Game Changer
Authors: Newton Bruce
Published: January 2023

Mike Carcamo, Nissan’s global motorsport director, believes the OEM’s entry into the fifth season of Formula E will provide a welcome platform to further its electric road car program and spread the message of Nissan Intelligent Mobility
Fuel Cell Flagship
Authors: Thomas Craig
Published: January 2023

Intended to be the vanguard of its eco-mobility vehicle range, Hyundai’s second fuel cell vehicle, the Nexo, showcases the very latest in the OEM’s research and development
Rapid Response
Authors: Vadaszffy Karl
Published: January 2023

The key to future success is in embracing the rise of electromobility. Some companies have not been quick to do so, enabling others to take advantage
Commercial Sense
Authors: Ross Matt
Published: January 2023

Building on the development of the TX range-extended electric taxi, LEVC is turning its expertise to its second vehicle
Second Coming
Authors: Heeps Graham , GEE Mitch
Published: January 2023

Henrik Fisker believes that a breakthrough battery technology and a new business model will secure success for his revived company, which plans to launch a range of affordable EVs
Smart Electrification
Authors: Ross Matt
Published: January 2023

As electromobility continues to proliferate, combining ICE and electrification expertise into a single portfolio provides vehicle OEMs with a full suite of powertrain solutions
Emission Statement
Authors: Grant Alex
Published: January 2023

Newly Updated, Bentley'S First Plug-In Hybrid Is The First Component Of A Rapidly Accelerating Move To Electric Drive, With Radical Changes Behind The Scenes
Setting The Pace
Authors: Bailey Paul
Published: January 2023

A State-Of-The-Art Ev Chassis Solution Has Been Created To Help Manufacturers That Build Vehicles In Small Numbers Avoid The Major Challenges Of Going Zero-Emission
The Butterfly Effect
Authors: Grant Alex
Published: January 2023

Volkswagen Group and the Greek Government have Begun Creating the World's First Fully-Electrified Transport System on the Island of Astypalea, Aiming to Learn Lessons at a Small Scale which can be Applied to much Larger Markets.
Material Gains
Authors: Heeps Graham
Published: January 2023

Gallium nitride could hold the key to big increases in power inverter and onboard charger efficiency, according to VisIC's Elijah Bunin
Racing Pedigree
Authors: Ross Matt
Published: January 2023

Renewal of a multi-year Formula E partnership deal gives a leading powertrain developer a chance to showcase its electrification expertise
Runaway Success
Authors: Heeps Graham
Published: January 2023

Dow Silicones is extending its portfolio of products to control the temperature of EV batteries and safeguard the durability of electrified vehicle powertrains
The Big Picture
Authors: Grant Alex
Published: January 2023

Renault sees mainstream potential for its first-ever full hybrid system, with plans to offer it as a diesel alternative in its best-selling models, and plug-in versions in the pipeline too
Inner Space
Authors: Bird Guy
Published: January 2023

Vehicle interior design is entering one of its most exciting and transformative eras as the move to electric powertrains presents a number of opportunities to enhance cabin proportions and create more intuitive layouts
Keep Cool and Carry On
Authors: Challen John
Published: January 2023

The move to higher capacity batteries and faster charging is a big step forward for EVs, but it does come with other challenges
Small Wounders
Authors: Williams Andrew
Published: January 2023

The dozens of small companies aiming to enter the market for small satellites and low-cost launchers have to use agile and innovative testing equipment and processes while developing new technology
Shake & Bake
Authors: Sampson Ben
Published: January 2023

The Element laboratory in warwick, UK, has to be able to conduct many types of tests while staying in front of technology and standards
Rapid Progress
Authors: Gavine Adam
Published: January 2023

Is additive manufacturing about to enter the vehicle dynamics components sector? Experts share their views and their latest projects
Science Friction
Authors: Bird Guy
Published: January 2023

Volkswagen's brakes expert and self-confessed ‘petrolhead’, Michael Lingg talks about the challenges that lie ahead in the near, mid and far-term, from new drum brakes for EVs, to copper-free pads and dry and friction-free solutions
Beyond the Comfort Zone
Authors: Wills Jonny
Published: January 2023

Autonomous vehicles (AVs) could be a feature on public roads as early as this year, with the UK market alone set to be worth £52bn by 2035. Chief engineers at OEMs and auto organisations share their focus for the vehicle dynamics of this growing sector, aside from ride quality and passenger comfort
Where are All Thesmart Factories?
Authors: Beck Chris
Published: January 2023

The Fourth Industrial Revolution is slowly beginning to take shape; however, as Steve Sands, product manager at automation specialists Festo tells MM, more needs to be done by UK manufacturers to fully embrace it
Starch Your Engines
Authors:   CONTRIBUTOR FLOGAS
Published: January 2023

A Lincolnshire vegetable production company has realised significant cost savings after switching its forklift LPG supply to Flogas
Beyond the Brochure
Authors: Beck Chris
Published: January 2023

Manufacturing Management sat down with Pete Malpas, managing director of RS Components Northern Europe, to discuss outsourced maintenance, region-specific demands and why the company is now more than just a catalogue
Signed, Sealed, Delivered
Authors: Grove Tom
Published: January 2023

Many companies remain unaware of the potential for significant energy waste that may be embedded in their operational equipment and processes
Go West
Authors: Beck Chris
Published: January 2023

As the traditional industrial heartland of the UK, the West Midlands is no stranger to cutting-edge manufacturing. However, in recent years the region has seen itself emerge as a global hotbed of innovation around the future of transportation
Employment Law SOS
Authors: Staff Felicity
Published: January 2023

This month, our legal expert looks at movement restrictions surrounding the tiered regions, re-hiring a staff member who was made redundant, and the fallout when a company is forced to renege on a verbal promise of promotion
Back with a Bang
Authors: Beck Chris
Published: January 2023

There was a buzz in the halls of the NEC as Subcon and the Manufacturing Management Show returned in style
Beyond Compliance
Authors: Hird Emma
Published: January 2023

How manufacturers can make the most of the SECR opportunity ahead of the reporting deadline
Employment Law SOS
Authors: Hughes Helen
Published: January 2023

This month, our legal expert explores parental leave in a same-sex relationship, being ostracised by a manager and rewarding only those at the top with a pay rise
Incremental HR
Authors: Barrett Adam
Published: January 2023

Manufacturers know how to drive incremental improvements in production – but they can easily apply the same principles to the world of HR
Disruptive Automation
Authors: Beck Chris , Allcock Andrew
Published: January 2023

Two architects are on a mission to ‘democratise’ industrial robotics, having developed a simple-to-operate, cost-effective solution to automation
Brand on the Run
Authors: Mctubbin Scott
Published: January 2023

Your company’s image has a huge impact on corporate success – and often starts from within
Size Matters
Authors: Beck Chris
Published: January 2023

As retailer B&M prepares to open a million square-foot distribution hub near Bedford, are warehouses today getting too big – or will there always be a need for ‘mega sheds’?
Time to Pay Up
Authors: Beck Chris
Published: January 2023

The era of low wages and a reliance on overseas labour is coming to an end, delegates to the Make UK National Manufacturing Conference were warned
Rising Pressure
Authors: Grosvenor David
Published: January 2023

How companies can ensure the resilience of their supply chains during the coronavirus outbreak by automating key steps along the way
The French Connection
Authors: Scuoler Terry
Published: January 2023

In response to MM’s February cover story exploring the UK’s productivity deficit, Terry Scuoler, chairman of the Institute of Export & International Trade, argues that statistics around the topic should be taken with a pinch of salt
Managing Mental Health in Manufacturing
Authors: Mead Jill
Published: January 2023

The coronavirus outbreak and wider economic concerns may leave people feeling helpless, and their mental health could suffer. What can employers do to make their staff feel reassured during tough times?
Taxing Times
Authors: Findlay Sandy
Published: January 2023

With a shrinking economy impacting the industry during lockdown, manufacturers should be looking to tax incentives as a means of recovery
Leading Through a Crisis
Authors: Griffin Jim
Published: January 2023

Like SMEs up and down the country, Nottingham-based automotive parts manufacturer, Interflex, has felt the effects of the COVID-19 lockdown; however, a proactive approach to leadership has stood the company in good stead for future recovery
As cold as ice
Authors: Took Daniel
Published: January 2023

Dry ice can be used as an effective – and waste-free – industrial cleaning method
Wanted: A New Breed of Industrial Pioneers
Authors: Billurcu Rafi
Published: January 2023

A successful Fourth Industrial Revolution won’t happen organically, and needs forward-thinking manufacturers to take some bold steps
Raising Awareness
Authors: Yeeles Mark
Published: January 2023

In an increasingly connected world, cyber security has never been more important
Manufacturing a Workforce Fit for an Electric Future
Authors: Hergart Carl
Published: January 2023

At Leyland Trucks’ factory near Preston, electrification of the industry is bringing with it a new skills challenge
Changing the Status Quo
Authors: Coblens Rosa
Published: January 2023

With under 1% of global manufacturing using AM techniques, more can be done to emphasise its importance
Raising the Bar
Authors: Best Amy
Published: January 2023

BAE Systems’ latest skills whitepaper highlights how employers must help ready workers for the changes the future of manufacturing will bring
Playing the Game Of Risk
Authors: Hague Tony
Published: January 2023

Why strategic outsourcing offers the perfect antidote to risk and the uncertain times manufacturers are increasingly facing
Leading in Uncertainty
Authors: Snape Jeremy
Published: January 2023

With significant business challenges on the horizon, successful leaders can look to the world of sport for inspiration on how to get the most out of their teams
UK Manufacturing Remains Strong, but Brexit Confusion and a Global Slowdown in Vehicle Production are Causing Potential Headaches for those in the Sector
Authors: Nevin Seamus
Published: January 2023

UK manufacturing remains strong, but Brexit confusion and a global slowdown in vehicle production are causing potential headaches for those in the sector
Digitising Lean
Authors: Mccarthy Dennis
Published: January 2023

The principles of lean manufacturing and TPM can just as easily be applied to Industry 4.0, as these case studies in digitisation demonstrate
The Super Deduction: All You Need to Know
Authors: Howells Huw
Published: January 2023

The Chancellor’s recently announced super deduction tax cut could unlock tens of billions of pounds of business investment
Overtime Overload
Authors: Potter Rob
Published: January 2023

As a coffee maker turns to overtime as it struggles to keep up with orders, staff morale falls through the floor and investment is urgently needed as problems just keep stacking up
Keep on Rolling
Authors: Beck Chris
Published: January 2023

Kimberly-Clark’s mill in Cumbria has undergone an £85m upgrade – while also keeping up with unprecedented demand for its toilet rolls and tissues
Healthy Automation
Authors: Platt Nigel
Published: January 2023

With over half of the UK’s installed robot base having been in place for at least 10 years, the time may now be due for either an upgrade or replacement
Superior Scanning
Authors: Roberts Jon
Published: January 2023

A crisis often breeds ingenuity, and that has certainly been the case in the warehousing sector, with logistics managers embracing technology in new and exciting ways
A Century of Change
Authors: Selka James
Published: January 2023

Since its inception 100 years ago, the Manufacturing Technologies Association has witnessed significant developments in the industry
Buzzword Breakdown: the Fourth Industrial Revolution
Authors: Tulip Stephen
Published: January 2023

Make UK helps to dispell the mystery behind the Fourth Industrial Revolution, explaining what it is and how it could impact your business in the near future
Around The Regions: A National View
Authors: During Lorraine
Published: January 2023

While manufacturers across many regions of the UK are enjoying increased output and productivity, there are signs that Brexit uncertainty could bring this to a halt
The Heat is on
Authors: Beck Chris
Published: January 2023

With the UK suffering from record temperatures, how can manufacturers keep their staff safe during future heatwaves?
Research on the Impact of Economic Financialization on Pollution Reduction – Analysis Based on Panel Data of 285 Prefecture-level Cities
Authors: Li Shiyin , Gong Rizhao
Published: January 2023

As the core content of green China construction, pollution reduction plays an important role in achieving high-quality development. This paper mainly explores the pollution reduction effect of finance in the process of increasing the status of the national economic system, and verifies the indirect role of innovation-driven development in the relationship between economic financialization and pollution reduction. The results show that economic financialization has a significant direct impact on the emission reduction of industrial wastewater and sulfur dioxide, especially in cities with a high degree of financialization. Subsequently, the sample data transformation and the robustness test of green credit policy further support the above conclusions. At the same time, urban innovation capacity has a partial indirect effect on the pollution reduction of economic financialization, while robot use only has an indirect effect on the sulfur dioxide reduction of economic financialization. This study provides a theoretical basis for promoting wider and deeper development of green finance.
Smart Grid Technology Acceptance Barriers: Indian Consumers Perspective
Authors: Archana
Published: January 2023

The several challenges confronted by the energy sector in India have impelled to adopt advanced technologies to make the grid more effective, sustainable, and secure. In this context, this study proposes a hierarchical model with identified barriers to smart grid acceptance by consumers in India. Seventeen barriers to consumers’ acceptance of smart grid technology were identified through a literature survey. Data were collected from 221 respondents through a questionnaire survey, and variables were measured on a 5-point Likert scale. EFA was used for data validation and extraction of the hidden construct. Six hidden constructs were identified, and a “hierarchical model” was developed by applying the Fuzzy-TISM methodology. The result highlights that barriers like lack of government policies and lack of public resources and monetary benefits are prominent factors that affect consumers’ involvement in the successful implementation of smart grid technology.
Characteristics of Lactic Acid bacteria isolated from traditional fermented fish
Authors: NOFIANI RISA , SARWIYATI SARWIYATI , ARDININGSIH PUJI , ADHITIYAWARMAN ADHITIYAWARMAN
Published: January 2023

Abstract. Novia R, Ardiningsih P, Adhityawarman, Sarwiyati. 2022. Characteristics of Lactic Acid bacteria isolated from traditional fermented fish. Biodiversitas 23: 5662-5669. Lactic acid bacteria (LAB) are commonly involved in most food fermentation and contribute to the process’s quality and safety. The study investigates the characteristics of LAB isolated from buduk, pekasam, and pekasam ale-ale. Twelve colonies each sample were isolated and identified based on morphology and biochemical test. The pekasam ale-ale isolates were identified as Pediococcus sp. strain A1 and Pediococcus sp. strain A3; Enterococcus sp. strain A2 and Enterococcus sp. strain A4. The LAB in buduk were identified as Streptococcus sp. strain B1, Pediococcus sp. strain B2 and Pediococcus sp. strain B4, Enterococcus sp. strain B3. The pekasam isolates were identified as Pediococcus sp. strain P1, Streptococcus sp. strain P2 and Streptococcus sp. strain P4, Lactobacillus sp. strain P3. The LAB showed antimicrobial activities while Lactobacillus sp. strain P3 and Streptococcus sp. strain P4 could grow at pH 1. Two LAB including Enterococcus sp. strain A2 and Pediococcus sp. strain P1 showed amylase activity while Pediococcus sp. strain A3, Streptococcus sp. strain B1, Pediococcus sp. strain B2, Enterococcus sp. strain B3 showed protease activity. All LAB produced organic acids with varying concentrations at different incubation times. Furthermore, those isolated from various fish fermentations showed different genera and characteristics. Lactobacillus sp. strain P3 was the best to initiate food fermentation and a probiotic candidate based on their characteristics.
Short Communication: Genetic diversity of walnut blight-associated bacteria from China using rep-PCR
Authors: ZHENG CAO , ZHU JIEQIAN , YANG XUWANG , FU BENZHONG
Published: January 2023

Abstract. Zheng C, Zhu J, Yang X, Fu B. 2022. Short Communication: Genetic diversity of walnut blight-associated bacteria from China using rep-PCR. Biodiversitas 23: 5681-5686. Walnut blight is caused by the bacterium Xanthomonas arboricola pv. juglandis (Xaj), is one of the most serious diseases in walnut production around the world. Understanding the genetic diversity of walnut blight pathogen is of great significance to developing a scientific and reasonable prevention and control strategy. The rep-PCR (Repetitive Sequence Polymerase Chain Reaction) technique is a powerful tool for analyzing plant pathogens. In this paper, using three pairs of rep-PCR universal primers (ERIC, BOX, and REP), a genetic diversity analysis was carried out on walnut blight-associated bacteria mainly isolated from different counties of Hubei Province, China. A study of 60 walnut blight-associated bacteria isolated in 2016 found that they had a high genetic similarity among them. There is no clear correlation between the genetic diversity of these isolates and their geographical or tissue origins. Interestingly, these clusters can also distinguish copper-resistant isolates from sensitive ones. Therefore, rep-PCR is a powerful tool to study the population of walnut pathogenic bacteria.
Revision of the genus Cornukaempferia Mood & K. Larsen (Zingiberaceae), and a new species from Thailand
Authors: SAENSOUK PIYAPORN , BOONMA THAWATPHONG , SAENSOUK SURAPON
Published: January 2023

Abstract. Saensouk P, Boonma T, Saensouk S. 2022. Revision of the genus Cornukaempferia Mood & K. Larsen (Zingiberaceae), and a new species from Thailand. Biodiversitas 23: 5718-5729. Cornukaempferia Mood & K. Larsen (Zingiberaceae) is revised. Seven species of Cornukaempferia have been recognized with their updated nomenclature including C. aurantiiflora Mood & K. Larsen, C. longipetiolata Mood & K. Larsen, C. larsenii P. Saensouk, C. chayanii Yupparach & Wongsuwan, C. kamolwaniae Picheans., Yupparach & Wongsuwan, C. argentifolia Boonma & Saensouk, and a new species, namely C. srisumoniae P. Saensouk, S. Saensouk & Boonma sp. nov. A new species is found during our exploration of the diversity of Zingiberaceae in Thailand. After comparison to all previously existing species in the genus, the morphological characteristics of a new species are the most similar to C. argentifolia, but different in certain morphological characteristics. Therefore, we claim it as a new species to science under the name C. srisumoniae P. Saensouk, Saensouk & Boonma sp. nov. This new species is described here along with its illustrations, photographs, ecology, etymology, and distribution are provided. Six species are endemic and native to Thailand, while one species, namely C. larsenii P. Saensouk is native to Thailand and Laos PDR. A revised key to 7 species and descriptions is also presented.
Thrombolytic potential in bacteria isolated from fermented durian tempoyak
Authors: PRISKILA CHRISTY , VIDIAN VALERIE , SANJAYA ASTIA , SUGATA MARCELIA , PINONTOAN REINHARD
Published: January 2023

Abstract. Priskila C, Vidian V, Sanjaya A, Sugata M, Pinontoan R. 2022. Thrombolytic potential in bacteria isolated from fermented durian tempoyak. Biodiversitas 23: 5731-5737. Cardiovascular disease is one of the leading causes of death worldwide and is primarily caused by dysregulation in the blood clotting system leading to the formation of unwanted blood clots (thrombi). Thrombolytic therapy, which aims to break down unwanted blood clots, employs various agents possessing thrombolytic activity. However, the harmful side effects of conventional thrombolytic agents necessitate the exploration of new and safer agents with high thrombolytic activities. Thrombolytic agents can be obtained from various sources, including fermented foods. Tempoyak is a condiment made from fermented durian, which is found in some regions of Indonesia, and is reported to contain beneficial microorganisms. The aim of this study was to isolate and identify thrombolytic agents from tempoyak. After several pure microbial colonies were successfully isolated from tempoyak, they were screened for proteolytic activity on skim milk agar medium. The isolated colonies with proteolytic activity were then subjected to several tests, including the whole blood clot lysis test, euglobulin clot lysis test, fibrin plate method, and zymography. Subsequently, the isolates with thrombolytic and fibrinolytic activity potential were identified in terms of their morphology and biochemistry. In this study, three bacteria with thrombolytic activity potential were successfully isolated. Fibrin zymography indicated that the molecular weights of the proteins that play roles in the fibrinolytic activity ranged from approximately 30 to 153 kDa, which were suspected to correspond to serine protease, cysteine protease, and/or metalloprotease. All three isolates were identified as belonging to the genus Corynebacterium. This is the first report discussing the thrombolytic and fibrinolytic activities of Corynebacterium sp. derived from fermented food.
Honey quality from the bee Apis cerana, honey potency produced by coconut and sugar palm saps
Authors: Erwan Erwan , Agussalim Agussalim
Published: January 2023

Abstract. Erwan, Agussalim. 2022. Honey quality from the bee Apis cerana, honey potency produced by coconut and sugar palm saps. Biodiversitas 23: 5854-5861. One of the big problems when keeping honeybees is the limited sustainable feed, especially in the rainy season. The objectives of this study were to evaluate the honey quality from the bee Apis cerana based on the chemical composition and honey potency produced by the coconut and sugar palm saps. This study using thirty colonies of the bee A. cerana was divided into six treatments consisting of sugar palm sap without sugar palm pollen, coconut sap without sugar palm pollen, coconut sap of 50% + sugar palm sap of 50% without sugar palm pollen, sugar palm sap was added by sugar palm pollen; coconut sap was added by sugar palm pollen; coconut sap of 50% + sugar palm sap of 50% was added by sugar palm pollen. The chemical composition of honey from the A. cerana was moisture (20.76 to 21.80%), reducing sugar (62.78 to 68.37%), sucrose (1.44 to 3.42%), diastase enzyme activity (5.17 to 9.04 DN), hydroxymethylfurfural (2.24 to 5.81 mg/kg), and acidity (26.00 to 36.33 mL NaOH/kg). Honey potency produced by the coconut and sugar palm saps in 100 hectares area produces honey was 1542.857 tons/year and 1150 tons/year, respectively. It can be concluded that the quality of A. cerana honey, produced by the sugar palm and coconut saps, is acceptable by the Indonesian national and international standards. The sugar palm and coconut saps have big potential as bee feed, especially for the bee A. cerana.
Screening of indole-3-acetic acid PGPB from three agricultural systems at Nakhon Pathom, Thailand
Authors: HOMTHONG METHANEE , KAEWPUK WANPHEN , YAMSUAN SUKANYA , THONGSIMA ANUNYA , MOKKAPAN KANLAYA , PIKULTHONG VACHIRAPORN
Published: January 2023

Abstract. Homthong M, Kaewpuk W, Yamsuan S, Thongsima A, Mokkapan K, Pikulthong V. 2022. Screening of indole-3-acetic acid PGPB from three agricultural systems at Nakhon Pathom, Thailand. Biodiversitas 23: 5935-5941. Plant growth-promoting bacteria (PGPB) are associated with plant roots and enhance growth via a variety of mechanisms, including fixation of atmospheric nitrogen, solubilization of phosphorus, phytohormone synthesis, and plant phenolic compound stimulation. Sixty-five isolated bacteria from the three agricultural systems in Nakhon Pathom were screened for IAA production. The results showed that seven isolates—C01-28, C02-48, C02-51, G01-34, G03-25, G03-38, and O02-46—produced IAA under L-tryptophan as a precursor at values of 9.08 ± 0.51, 68.64 ± 29.07, 40.67 ± 18.04, 10.65 ± 1.07, 63.30 ± 1.15, 37.73 ± 1.80, and 121.28 ± 15.20 mg mL-1, respectively. Capability on plant growth-promoting traits revealed that none of the isolates stimulated ten-morning glory (Ipomoea aquatica Forsk.) seedling growth, which was not significantly different from the control. Isolates O02-46 enhanced salicylic acid (SA) in ten-morning glory seedlings the most, showing 7.18 ± 1.78 µg g-1 of fresh weight, while isolates G01-34 enhanced phenolic compound (PC) production the most showing 218.18 ± 29.55 mg GAE g-1 extract, respectively. The 16S rRNA analysis revealed that isolates O02-46, C02-48, G03-25, and C02-51 were identified as similar to Paenibacillus alvei at 99.20% (Accession number AY826588.1), Bacillus megaterium at 79.91% (Accession number MH031358.1), Bacillus sp. at 98.57% (Accession number JF322976.1), and Lysinibacillus fusiformis at 99.61% (Accession number HE610782.1).
Characteristics of plastic waste and perceptions of coastal communities in the MLC Baluno mangrove ecotourism area, West Sulawesi, Indonesia
Authors: Massiseng Andi Nur Apung , Tuwo Ambo , Fachry Mardiana Ethrawaty , Bahar Ahmad
Published: January 2023

Abstract. Massiseng ANA, Tuwo A, Fachry ME, Bahar A. 2022. Characteristics of plastic waste and perceptions of coastal communities in the MLC Baluno mangrove ecotourism area, West Sulawesi, Indonesia. Biodiversitas 23: 6262-6274. Plastic pollution is a global problem that threatens coastal and marine ecosystems and human livelihoods and requires effective solutions that can be adapted to local conditions. Management of coastal areas is one sector focusing on world development in general and Indonesia in particular. This research was conducted from July to October 2021 in the mangrove ecotourism area of ??MLC Baluno, Sendana Sub-district, Majene District, West Sulawesi Province, Indonesia. The type of data used is the primary data from measurements and observations at ecotourism sites. The purpose of this study was to identify the characteristics of plastic waste and analyze its impact on the socio-economic community in the MLC Baluno mangrove ecotourism area. The results showed (1) The percentage of plastic waste types from all observation stations in the MLC Baluno mangrove ecotourism area consisted of 22% HDPE, 20% LDPE, 17% PVC, 9% PETE, 12% PE, 10% PP, 6 % PE, and 4% PU, (2) The volume percentage of plastic waste from observation stations in the mangrove ecotourism area of ??MLC Baluno by type consists of 32% PVC plastic volume, 17% HDPE, 14% PE, 10% LDPE, 10% PETE, PP 11%, 4% PS and 2% PU, (3) The influence of plastic waste factors (types and volume) has a positive effect on the socio-economic community (livelihood and income). The variable factors of plastic waste influencing socio-economic based on the perceptions of coastal communities in the MLC Baluno mangrove ecotourism area are TW2, VW3, VW4, LV1, LV2, IC1, IC3, and IC5.
Growth of Pteropus alecto bats (Chiroptera: Pteropodidae) in cages
Authors: Ransaleleh Tiltje Andretha , Wahyuni Indyah , Kawatu Martha , Laatung Sylvia , Lambey Lucia , Rembet Unstain NWJ
Published: January 2023

Abstract. Ransaleleh TA, Wahyuni I, Kawatu M, Laatung S, Lambey L, Rembet UNWJ. 2022. Growth of Pteropus alecto bats (Chiroptera: Pteropodidae) in cages. Biodiversitas 23: 6313-6319. Black Flying Fox (Pteropus alecto), known as Paniki yaki, is widely consumed by the residents of Minahasa, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. It is imported from outside the provinces of Gorontalo, Central Sulawesi, and South Sulawesi. The peak of selling bats in Sulawesi is during Thanksgiving Day and religious holidays such as Easter, Christmas, and New Year. Even though the conservation status of this species, according to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), is of Least Concern, this species will one day become extinct due to continuous exploration without control. Conservation or cultivation is one of the efforts to preserve this type of bat. Cultivation will be successful when the growth of this mammal is outside the habitat. Therefore, research has been conducted on breeding this animal in cages using five bats. The bats had been taken from the captivity in Wanea Sub-district, Manado city, 58-533 days old. The fruits given as food are papaya, banana, and mango, and the variables measured were the amount of consumption, body weight gain, and morphometry. Furthermore, the data obtained were tabulated and narrated descriptively. The results showed that consumption of P. alecto 1,2,3,4 and 5 fruits were 110.64, 147.86, 192.61, 249.18, and 331.61 g/day, with body weight gain of 0.50, 0.53, 0.96, 1, 17, 1, and 50 g/day. The morphometric growth of P. alecto 1 was total body length 0.10, forearm 0.06, tibia 0.03, ear 0.01 and wingspan 0.08 mm/day. Sequentially, the morphometric growth of P. alecto 2 was 0.11, 0.07, 0.05, 0.01 and 0.12 mm/day, while P. alecto 3 was 0.29, 0.13, 0.06, 0.03, and 0.89 mm/day. The growth of P. alecto 4 was 0.19, 0.02, 0.02.0.01 and 0.89 mm/day, while P. alecto 5 was 0.20, 0.01, 0.01, 0.01 and 0.85 mm/day. In conclusion, the 1st and 2nd P. alecto were in early bone growth, while the 3rd P. alecto was in bone and meat growth, meanwhile, the 4th and 5th P. alecto were in meat and slow bone growth.
Molecular identification of anaerobic fungi isolated from buffalo rumen with their growth rate, cellulase enzyme activity, and fermentation products characteristics
Authors: AGUSTINA SINTA , WIRYAWAN KOMANG GEDE , SUHARTI SRI , MERYANDINI ANJA
Published: January 2023

Abstract. Agustina S, Wiryawan KG, Suharti S, Meryandini A. 2022. Molecular identification of anaerobic fungi isolated from buffalo rumen with their growth rate, cellulase enzyme activity, and fermentation products characteristics. Biodiversitas 23: 6448-6455. Anaerobic fungi are essential microbes in the degradation process of feed fiber in the rumen with the ability to produce fibrolytic enzymes and rhizoids that can penetrate feed particles. The activity of cellulase enzymes in fungi is influenced by several factors such as the type of feed and livestock used as a source of isolate. Therefore, this research aimed to analyze the types of anaerobic fungi isolated from buffalo based on their DNA nitrogenous bases composition and also to evaluate the growth rate, cellulase enzyme activity, and fermentation product concentration of anaerobic fungi. The growth rate of fungi was examined by measuring the biomass formed, while cellulase enzyme activity was carried out using CMC, Avicel, and Filter Paper as substrates. The fungal fermentation products were analyzed using the HPLC and GC methods. The results showed that the fungi isolated from buffalo rumen were closely related to anaerobic fungi type Piromyces sp., Caecomyces sp., and Neocallimastix frontalis, with different growth rate, cellulase enzyme activity, and the fermentation products concentration in each type of anaerobic fungi. Therefore, it can be concluded that anaerobic fungi isolated from buffalo rumen can degrade cellulose. It was also discovered that fungi Neocallimastix frontalis had a higher growth rate, cellulase enzyme activity (CMCase, avicelase, and FPase), and fermentation products than Piromyces sp. and Caecomyces sp.