bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Durability of concrete pavement strengthened with asphalt layer with FRP fibres
Authors: Tutka P. , Nagórski R. , Radziszewski P. , Sarnowski M. , Złotowska M. 
Published: May 2019

SummaryPavements made of cement concrete, used for road constructions, are damaged during use. This applies to both the pavements of rural and forest roads with very low traffic loads, as well as road pavements with high traffic loads. One of the most effective ways of repairing damaged concrete cement pavements is through placing an asphalt overlay on a concrete slab. In order to increase the fatigue life of the asphalt overlay, asphalt mixtures are modified with fibres. One technological solution is to use FRP (Fiber Reinforced Polymer), an innovative material with improved properties.

The aim of this paper is to assess the impact of asphalt overlays modified with a new type of fibres to strengthen the durability of weakened cement concrete pavement structures.

On the basis of the conducted analyses, it was shown that the use of an asphalt layer reinforcement increases fatigue life, for both 15 cm thick prefabricated slabs and a typical road pavement for average traffic made of 25 cm doweled and anchored concrete slabs. There was a significant increase in the fatigue life of the concrete pavement structure as a result of modifying the overlaid asphalt mixture with FRP fibres.
Estimation of the Modulus Fir Wood Reinforced With PBO Fiber Mesh
Authors: Sokołowski P. , Kossakowski P. G. 
Published: May 2019

AbstractThis paper presents the results of preliminary tests for estimating the modulus of elasticity of wooden beams from firs reinforced with PBO fiber mesh. The tests were carried out in the Materials Strength Laboratory at the Kielce University of Technology in Kielce, Poland with PN-EN 408: 2004. The wooden elements were subjected to a four-point bending test with the aim of estimating the elastic modulus when bending, assuming the loading velocities of the loading forces of 5 mm / min. The obtained results show a significant increase in the load-bearing capacity of beams reinforced with PBO mesh.
Analysis of the Properties of Expansive Concrete With Portland and Blast Furnace Cement
Authors: Jackiewicz-Rek W. , Kuziak J. , Jaworska B. 
Published: May 2019

AbstractThe properties of expansive concretes made of two types of cement: Portland cement CEM I and blast furnace slag cement CEM III were tested. The expansion of the concrete was caused by using an expansive admixture containing aluminium powder added in an amount of 0.5; 1 and 1.5% of cement mass. It was found that the compressive strength of concrete with CEM I decreased after using an expansive admixture in the amount of more than 0.5% of the cement mass. The compressive strength of concrete with CEM III decrease after addition of admixture in the entire range of dosages used. On the basis of electrochemical measurements, it was found no influence of an expansive admixture on corrosion of reinforcing steel. The use of an expansive admixture causes a slight increase in the effective diffusion coefficient of chloride ions in concrete.
Experimental Study of Hybrid Rubberized Composite Slabs
Authors: Subashree P. , Thenmozhi R. 
Published: May 2019

AbstractRubberized concrete is made up of scrap tyre rubbers where the fine aggregate is partially replaced by it, as the waste rubber is being a threat to the environment. It is estimated that only 4% of the waste tyre is used in the application of civil engineering and also there is shortage of fine aggregates. The primary objective of this study is to investigate the preliminary concrete properties of M25 and M30 concretes. The fine aggregate is replaced by pre-treated crumb rubber with 10, 15 and 20 % of total weight. Various tests are conducted on the rubberized concrete specimens such as compressive strength, split tensile strength, flexural strength and slump test. The investigation is carried out to determine the impact load behavior of hybrid rubberized composite slabs. In addition 0%, 1%, 1.5%, and 2% of replacement of rubber fibers for total weight of coarse aggregate is also made. The specimen of size 300 mm x 300 mm x 50 mm thickness is subjected to drop hammer test to find its performance against the impact loads. The number of blows for the first crack and complete failure of slab was found and the characteristics were studied.
Towards Optimal Design of Energy Efficient Buildings
Authors: Gajewski R.R. , Kułakowski T. 
Published: May 2019

AbstractBuildings consume half of all energy use and are also responsible for a similar proportion of carbon dioxide emission. The heat transfer across the building envelope - the shell of a house that separates the inside and outside - should generally be minimized. In the paper validation and verification based on Building Energy Simulation Test (BESTEST) of Energy3D computer code is presented. Next, computations performed by means of Energy 3D and Energy Plus for BESTEST building are compared. In the last part of the paper results for computations for real building are presented. Program Energy 3D proved to be an excellent tool for qualitative and quantitative analysis of buildings with respect to energy consumption.
Direct Design and Assessment of the Limit States of Steel Planar Frames Using CSD Advanced Analysis
Authors: Barszcz A. M. 
Published: May 2019

AbstractThis paper is entirely devoted to practical aspects of direct design and assessment of safety and serviceability of steel planar framework using advanced analysis. The development of advanced analysis has been driven by a desire for a more accurate representation of the behaviour of planar framework by considering the beam and spring numerical modelling technique together with plasticity and geometrically nonlinear effects as well as structural imperfections accounted for. The validated 2D version of CSD advanced analysis developed by the author is used in this paper for its practical application towards the resistance and serviceability assessment of existing simple construction framework. This steel braced frame was a subject of technical expertise. The same structure geometry but with different joint detailing is then considered to show how the effect of joint properties may affect the braced frame performance. Results of investigations are presented in the form of frame global response at both the ultimate limit state and the serviceability limit state, and also in the form of member local responses. Conclusions with regard to general design and assessment practice are drawn.
Beam Bond Tests of GFRP and Steel Reinforcement to Concrete
Authors: Szczech D. , Kotynia R. 
Published: May 2019

AbstractThe paper presents research program of bond between glass fiber reinforced polymer bars and concrete in reference to the steel bars. Bond between the reinforcement and concrete is a crucial parameter governing a behaviour of reinforced concrete members and transferring of the internal forces from concrete to the reinforcement. The use of FRP bars as an equivalent reinforcement to steel in concrete structures has increased in recent years. The FRP bars are very different from steel, mainly due to much lower elasticity modulus and their anisotropic structure. Good performance of FRP reinforced concrete requires sufficient interfacial bond between bars and concrete. However, there are no specific standards referring to the surface preparation of these bars, that leads to variable bond behaviour of the composite reinforcement to the concrete. The objective of the study was to investigate the influence of variable parameters on the bond behaviour to concrete. The experimental program consisted of eighteen beam bond specimens varying in: bar diameter (12mm, 16mm, 18mm) and type of reinforcement (GFRP sand – coated and steel bars). Although the GFRP bars indicated good bond behaviour to concrete, the average bond strength was slightly lower than that of steel reinforcement of 16mm and 18 mm, while it was higher for the GFRP bars of 12mm diameter.
Towards a Taxonomy of Idea Generation Techniques
Authors: Wang Kai 
Published: May 2019

Abstract
Business organizations often need to manage creative work. An important way of promoting creative work is to use idea generation techniques (IGTs). Numerous IGTs have been developed, and choosing from such a big pool of candidates can be demanding, which is further complicated by the elusiveness of the mechanisms of these IGTs. This study aims at developing a taxonomy for IGTs based on their underlying mechanisms of supporting ideation. First, the current literature for the classification of IGTs is reviewed. Then some related creativity theories are consulted and a new classification system is proposed based on these theories and previous studies. Eighty seven IGTs are classified according to the system. The implications for research and practice are discussed.
Alliances as Dynamic Capability to Support Organizational Transformation: Empirical Findings from a State-Owned Enterprise
Authors: Priyono Anjar , Dewi Elisabeth Ingga , Lim Sarina Abdul Halim 
Published: May 2019

Abstract
State-owned companies are typically trapped in a bureaucratic system that means they experience difficulties undertaking changes and adapting to environmental changes. Whenever these companies attempt a strategic maneuver, a series of complex bureaucratic procedures must be followed. As a result, the companies are late in responding to environmental changes. This study discusses how the state-owned companies transform their organization with the support of dynamic capabilities. XT Square, a company owned by the local government in Indonesia, is used as the subject of analysis. XT Square is engaged in property. During the course of its organizational transformation, the company found it difficult to fit with customers’ needs because of the difficulties in understanding market conditions. The company then established alliances with other firms to overcome resource shortages. The results of the analysis demonstrate that the process of building these alliances was not linear; rather, it was iterative in nature. At a certain level, XT Square is required to undertake trial and error. At the end of the paper, a suggestion for further research is provided.
Geotechnical Terrain Models and Types of Instabilities in the Durmitor Flysch Complex
Authors: Golijanin Aleksandar , Malbašić Vladimir 
Published: May 2019

Abstract
The Durmitor flysch complex represents a specific formation both in lithological and engineering geological sense. In the engineering geological sense this lithological formation is characterized by anisotropic and heterogeneous geotechnical properties, which depend on the dominant members within each individual package, as well as their spatial position.The Durmitor flysch complex consists of five superposition bed packages, which are mutually substantially different in their lithological, hydrogeological and geotechnical properties. For the first time in geological literature, this paper distinguishes five types of terrain construction within the Durmitor flysch complex. Contemporary geodynamic processes and their character within the flysch formation are defined. Particular emphasis is put on landslides, which represent a contemporary geodynamic phenomenon with certain specificities.
Evaluation of arsenic field test kits as a learning exercise for engineering students in global water and sanitation class
Authors: Kearns Joshua , Krupp Aaron , Hartman Sarah , Szogas Kirstin , De Boskey Miranda , Harrington James M 
Published: May 2019

Around 150 million people in more than 70 countries around the world are exposed to elevated levels of naturally occurring arsenic in groundwater used for drinking and cooking. Inexpensive arsenic field test kits are readily commercially available and have been promoted for classifying the safety of water sources. However, the accuracy and reliability of test kits has been called into question by some researchers. The purpose of this project was to provide decision support to a small nonprofit community development organization in central Mexico regarding the applicability of field test kits for assessing the safety of rural groundwater supplies. Test kit evaluation was conducted as an experiential learning exercise for undergraduate and graduate students in a University engineering course on Global Water and Sanitation. Recounting the scale and scope of the ongoing arsenic crisis in Bangladesh, as well as the sensational epidemic of “arsenical beer” in Manchester, England in 1900 that popularized the Gutzeit chemistry upon which test kits are based, spurred student interest and enthusiasm for the learning activities. Reviewing the contradictory and inconclusive literature from the recent two decades on the use of test kits provided a sobering case study for students to grapple with the difficulties and uncertainties inherent in conducting humanitarian science and engineering in the developing world. This study found generally poor performance of test kits, in particular for waters containing As in excess of 95 mg/L.The field kits tested could not be used to classify waters as “safe,” i.e., below the WHO Guideline Value of 10 mg/L to 95% level of confidence. This study lends further caution to the use of test kits for identification of safe water sources.
Case Report: A cardiac mass diagnosed using Point-of-care ultrasound in a dyspneic patient. An integrated ultrasound examination of lung-heart-Inferior Vena Cava
Authors: Carlino, MD Maria Viviana , Mancusi, MD Costantino , Sforza, MD Alfonso , Bosso, MD Giorgio , Di Fronzo, MD Valentina , Ferro, MD Gaetana , De Simone Giovanni , Paladino, MD Fiorella 
Published: May 2019

A 74-year-old woman with history of hypertension presented to the Emergency Department (ED) with severe resting dyspnea and swelling in the feet, ankles and legs. She was on treatment with furosemide and a beta blocker. At the time of admission blood pressure was 145/88 mmHg, heart rate (HR) 99 bpm, regular, oxygen saturation was 89% (FiO2 21%) and respiratory rate was 17 breaths/min.
Abbreviation List
AST: Aspartate aminotransferase
ED: Emergency Department
GFR: Glomerular Filtration Rate
HCC: Hepatocellular Carcinoma
HF: Heart Failure
HR: Heart rate
IVC: Inferior vena cava
LAFB: Left anterior fascicular block
LV: Left ventricle
NT-pro-BNP: N-Terminal pro-Brain Natriuretic peptide
POCUS: Point-of-care ultrasound
RA: Right atrium
RBB: Right bundle branch block
RV: Right ventricle
TS: Tricuspid stenosis
Patient Experiences at Enhanced-Service Pharmacies in Iowa
Authors: Huang Chen , Doucette William , Andreski Michael , Pudlo Anthony 
Published: May 2019

Objectives: As payment systems are evolving, the role of community pharmacists has expanded from simply dispensing prescriptions to actively providing care to patients. Little is known about patients’ experiences with enhanced pharmacy services under the pay-for-performance model. In Iowa, Wellmark implemented its Value-Based Pharmacy Program (VBPP) where pharmacists receive capitation for performance on a set of quality measurements. Therefore, the objective of this study was to evaluate the quality of services and pharmacies from patients’ perspective in VBPP. A structured interview guide developed from the service quality model was used for this study.
Methods: We conducted telephone interviews with patients from 6 community pharmacies participating in VBPP between December 2017 and January 2018. Patients who were aged between 21 and 90 years, had Wellmark prescription drug coverage, were currently on at least three medications with one or more of the medications for a chronic condition and had received enhanced pharmacy services were invited for the study. The semi-structured interview transcripts were coded and analyzed using an inductive approach of thematic analysis.
Results: Interviews were completed by 25 patients. Most of them were female and the average age was 59. More than half of the patients were taking at least five medications for chronic conditions. A majority of the patients received medication synchronization and immunization. A total of 13 themes across the service quality dimensions were identified. Patients thought their pharmacists were reliable, responsive, knowledgeable and trustworthy when they provided services. Pharmacy services were accessible and perceived as high quality. Privacy was not a big concern for most patients. Patients had a somewhat limited view regarding how pharmacists helped them maintain health.
Conclusions: Patients’ perceptions of enhanced pharmacy services and pharmacies were generally positive while their understanding of pharmacists’ clinical role was limited.

Article Type: Original Research
İstanbul’un Koruma Planlaması Sorunsalı: Yıkma/Yapma Çelişkisi
Authors: GENÇKAYA Ömer Faruk , BOZTAŞ Fadime 
Published: May 2019

Kentsel planlama, kentsel çağın rekabetçi kent kavramsallaştırmasına uygun olarak, kenti yenilemek ya da dönüştürmek üzere yeni bir kent imajı yaratmak ya da kentin özgün dokusunu korumaya çalışan iki yaklaşımdan etkilenmektedir. Bu çalışmanın temel sorusu, uluslararası normlara atıfla, Türkiye’de modernleşmenin planlamayı nasıl araçsallaştırdığıdır. Kentsel planlama disiplininin İstanbul'daki yıkım / yeniden yapılanma temel çelişkileri ile tanımlanacak olan bu süreç, ilgili uluslararası sözleşmeler kapsamında değerlendirilmiştir. Planlama yaklaşımının sürdürülebilir bir koruma anlayışından yoksun olduğu görülmektedir. Kentsel çağın saldırgan ekonomik, siyasi ve kültürel araçları karşısında İstanbul’un tarihi ve kültürel mirasının uluslararası normlara uygun bir biçimde korunması tehdit altındadır.
FACTORS AFFECTING WORK MOTIVATION OF CIVIL SERVANTS IN THUA THIEN HUE PROVINCIAL PEOPLE'S COMMITTEE
Authors: Phuc Le Van , Linh Nguyen Hoang Ngoc 
Published: May 2019

Abstract: The purpose of this study is to examine the factors affecting the motivation of civil servants at the People's Committee of Thua Thien Hue province. Based on data collected from 181 officers at the People's Committee of Thua Thien Hue Province, researchers processed all data by SPSS with some techniques such as: descriptive statistics, Cronbach's Alpha, Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) and Multivariate Regression Analysis... The research results show that there are 6 factors affecting the motivation of officers at the People's Committee of Thua Thien Hue province, including: (i) Working conditions; (ii) Nature of work; (iii) Career development opportunities; (iv) Income and benefits; (v) Relationship with leaders and (vi) Relationships with colleagues. Based on the research results, a number of solutions have been proposed to improve the work motivation in the People's Committee of Thua Thien Hue.Keywords: work motivation, civil servants, Thua Thien Hue Provincial People's Committee
JOÃO GUIMARÃES ROSA, TRADUTOR DE O ÚLTIMO DOS MAÇARICOS, DE FRED BODSWORTH
Authors: Menezes Pedro Guilherme Bastos 
Published: May 2019

O presente artigo tem dois objetivos concernentes à tradução, por João Guimarães Rosa, do romance condensado Last of the Curlews (1954), do escritor canadense Fred Bodsworth, sob o título de O Último dos Maçaricos (1958). O primeiro diz respeito ao contexto da tradução, e busca compreender certos aspectos do processo tradutório, desde a motivação para fazê-lo até o uso de material bibliográfico técnico de ornitologia como apoio. O segundo se refere ao texto traduzido, e procura realizar descrição e análise de determinados trechos que demonstram a preocupação do escritor mineiro em produzir, em português, uma obra relevante poeticamente, ainda que a linguagem do original em inglês seja diversa daquela de radicalidade que caracterizou a obra própria de Rosa. Para alcançar tais fins, são utilizados – além do original e da tradução – documentos, depoimentos de terceiros e correspondência com seus tradutores italiano e alemão.
OVÍDIO, AMORES, II.12
Authors: Moreira Daniel Da Silva 
Published: May 2019

O poema que apresento em tradução pertence aos Amores, de Ovídio (43 a.C. – 17/18 d.C.), coleção de elegias de temática amorosa dada a público por volta do ano de 16 a.C. e composta empregando o dístico elegíaco, um tipo de estrofe mínima da poesia antiga, formada por um hexâmetro e um pentâmetro. Entre os muitos aspectos e temas amorosos tratados pelas elegias dos Amores, a II.12 é um poema de triunfo. Depois de vencidos os obstáculos que o separavam da amada, o amante comemora coroado com louros como aqueles dados aos generais vitoriosos e, à moda dos triunfos militares, relembra os estágios de sua conquista, fazendo passar em desfile uma recriação da narrativa de sua pequena guerra amorosa, em que exalta suas qualidades de soldado do exército de Cupido.
TRADUÇÃO DO CONTO AQUELE RELÓGIO –
Authors: Sobottka Mary Anne Warken S. 
Published: May 2019

O conto Aquele Relógio faz parte do livro A piscina de aço fervente e outros contos, de Artur O. Lopes, foi publicado no Rio de Janeiro em 2015 pela Ar Editora. Em 2010, ainda inédito, ficou entre os cinco finalistas do Prêmio Açorianos de Criação. Sua publicação anterior A casa da minha Vó e outros contos exóticos (2006), pela Edições Inteligentes, ficou em segundo lugar na categoria Contos e Crônicas do prêmio Jabuti em 2007.
A Bela e a Fera -
Authors: Sousa Aída Carla Rangel de 
Published: May 2019

Após o sucesso do primeiro filme de animação em 1991, adaptação premiada que deu alcance mundial ao tema de A Bela e a Fera, os estúdios Disney lançam um segundo filme em março de 2017, agora em versão live-action, protagonizado pela jovem atriz britânica Emma Watson no papel de Bela, e aguardado com entusiasmo pelo público brasileiro. Acompanhando esse movimento, a editora Zahar acaba de publicar no Brasil uma edição dedicada exclusivamente ao célebre conto de fadas literário francês de título homônimo, em formato de bolso e acabamento de luxo, além do formato e-book. Não é a primeira vez que a Zahar traz a público esse clássico da literatura infanto-juvenil na versão de Jeanne-Marie Leprince de Beaumont, escritora francesa que o publicou em 1756 (ou 1757, a depender da fonte bibliográfica), em Londres, onde foi governanta de jovens da aristocracia inglesa. Há pelo menos quatro outras edições publicadas pela mesma editora entre 2010 e 2016 que incluem o conto, em ordem cronológica: a edição bolso de luxo Contos de fadas (2010), depois a coletânea Contos de fadas: edição comentada e ilustrada (2013). Em seguida, A Bela e a Fera (2013) na coleção “Expresso Zahar”, em texto único. E, por último, o box Clássicos que brilham no escuro (2016), em volumosas 1088 páginas.
Alice através do espelho e o que ela encontrou lá -
Authors: Marini Clarissa Prado 
Published: May 2019

Seis meses depois de ter se aventurado no país das maravilhas, Alice brinca com suas gatinhas enquanto a neve cai lá do lado de fora da janela. Ela faz de conta que o espelho é um portal e ao atravessá-lo Alice entra num mundo bem improvável.
Alice through the looking-glass and what Alice found there foi publicado pela primeira vez em 1872, sete anos após Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, mas foi escrito como continuação da primeira trama. Um grupo composto por quatro mulheres é responsável pela publicação de Alice através do espelho e o que ela encontrou lá (2015): a editora Juliana Lopes Bernardino, a tradutora (e também editora) Cynthia Beatrice Costa, a revisora de tradução Camila Artoni Gough e a designer Marcela Fehrenbach. Cada uma delas tem um espaço de fala – ou de escrita – nos quais descrevem um pouco do processo editorial em notas de início do livro. O espaço dedicado a elas já revela algo sobre o estilo que a Editora Poetisa vem imprimindo em suas publicações.