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Genetic and Nutritional Factors Determining the Production and Quality of Sheep Meat – A Review
Authors: Knapik Jan , Ropka-Molik Katarzyna , Pieszka Marek 
Published: June 2016

Abstract
In the last 20 years, the importance of sheep and especially lamb meat as the main product of the sheep industry in European conditions increased noticeably. In the same period, people’s interest in food quality grew. This contributed to a significant intensification of research to improve the meat production and quality traits in sheep. The aim of the research performed mainly focuses on the effects of nutrition, the environmental and genetic factors on the value of fattening, slaughter and meat quality characteristics. Much of the research concentrates on determining the fatty acid profile of intramuscular fat, which is important for sensory traits and dietetic value of lamb. Modulation of healthy qualities of lamb is aimed, inter alia, to modify the fatty acid profile, in particular to maintain the proper ratio of polyunsaturated (PUFA ) to saturated fatty acids (SFA). It is also desirable to increase the content of omega-3 fatty acids and conjugated linoleic acid (CLA). Furthermore, it has been proven that changes in the expression of genes involved in lipid metabolism are associated with the change in lipid profile in skeletal muscle. The aim of this review was to summarize the information currently available about the influence of genetic and nutritional factors on meat production and quality traits in different sheep breeds.
The Effect of Dietary Essential Oil Mixture Supplementation on Performance, Egg Quality and Bone Characteristics in Laying Hens
Authors: Olgun Osman 
Published: June 2016

Abstract
The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of seven different levels (0, 25, 50, 100, 200, 400, and 600 mg/kg) of a phytogenic feed additive containing a mixture of essential oils from thyme, black cumin, fennel, anise and rosemary on performance, eggshell quality, bone biomechanical properties and bone mineralization in laying hens. This study consisted of a total of 112, 21-week-old Super Nick laying hens, which were randomly distributed into seven experimental groups. During the 12-week experimental period, each experimental group of four replicates of four birds each was fed with seven treatment diets. Egg weight and egg mass were positively linearly affected by essential oil mixture supplementation. Also, eggshell thickness was increased quadratically by essential oil mixture supplementation. The biomechanical properties and tibia mineral content were adversely affected by essential oil mixture supplementation at the level of 600 and 400 mg/ kg, respectively. These results demonstrated that dietary supplementation with a low or medium concentration of essential oils improved bone parameters, while at high levels were adversely affected in laying hens.
Metal food packaging design based on hazard analysis critical control point (HACCP) system in canned food safety
Authors: Li Xingyi 
Published: June 2016

Abstract
This study aims to design metal food packaging with hazard analysis critical control point (HACCP). First, theory of HACCP was introduced in detail. Taking empty cans provided by Wuxi Huapeng Food Packaging Company as an example, we studied migration of bisphenol compounds in coating of food can to food stimulant. Moreover, packaging design of luncheon meat can was taken as an example to confirm whether HACCP system could effectively control migration of phenolic substance. Results demonstrated that, coating of such empty were more likely to contain multiple bisphenol compounds such as bisphenol A (BPA), and bisphenol A diglycidyl ether (BADGE) was considered as the leading bisphenol pollutant; food stimulant of different types, storage temperature and time could all impact migration of bisphenol compounds. HACCP system was proved to be effective in controlling hazards of phenolic substance in luncheon meat can and could reduce various phenolic substance indexes to an acceptable range. Therefore, HACCP can control migration of phenolic substance and recontamination of food and thus ensure food safety.
Contralog: a Prolog conform forward-chaining environment and its application for dynamic programming and natural language parsing
Authors: Kilián Imre 
Published: June 2016

Abstract
The backward-chaining inference strategy of Prolog is inefficient for a number of problems. The article proposes Contralog: a Prolog-conform, forward-chaining language and an inference engine that is implemented as a preprocessor-compiler to Prolog. The target model is Prolog, which ensures mutual switching from Contralog to Prolog and back. The Contralog compiler is implemented using Prolog's de facto standardized macro expansion capability. The article goes into details regarding the target model.
We introduce first a simple application example for Contralog. Then the next section shows how a recursive definition of some problems is executed by their Contralog definition automatically in a dynamic programming way. Two examples, the well-known matrix chain multiplication problem and the Warshall algorithm are shown here. After this, the inferential target model of Prolog/Contralog programs is introduced, and the possibility for implementing the ReALIS natural language parsing technology is described relying heavily on Contralog's forward chaining inference engine. Finally the article also discusses some practical questions of Contralog program development.
Edge coloring of graphs, uses, limitation, complexity
Authors: Szabó Sándor , Zaválnij Bogdán 
Published: June 2016

Abstract
The known fact that coloring of the nodes of a graph improves the performance of practical clique search algorithm is the main motivation of this paper. We will describe a number of ways in which an edge coloring scheme proposed in [8] can be used in clique search. The edge coloring provides an upper bound for the clique number. This estimate has a limitation. It will be shown that the gap between the clique number and the upper bound can be arbitrarily large. Finally, it will be shown that to determine the optimal number of colors in an edge coloring is NP-hard.
Improving the effectiveness of FMEA analysis in automotive – a case study
Authors: Ványi Gábor 
Published: June 2016

Abstract
Many industries, for example automotive, have well defined product development process definitions and risk evaluation methods. The FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) is a first line risk analysis method in design, which has been implemented in development and production since decades. Although the first applications were focusing on mechanical and electrical design and functionalities, today, software components are implemented in many modern vehicle systems. However, standards or industry specific associations do not specify any “best practice” how to design the interactions of multiple entities in one model. This case study focuses on modelling interconnections and on the improvement of the FMEA modelling process in the automotive. Selecting and grouping software components for the analysis is discussed, but software architect design patterns are excluded from the study.
On the nullity of a family of tripartite graphs
Authors: Farooq Rashid , Malik Mehar Ali , Naureen Qudsia , Pirzada Shariefuddin 
Published: June 2016

Abstract
The eigenvalues of the adjacency matrix of a graph form the spectrum of the graph. The multiplicity of the eigenvalue zero in the spectrum of a graph is called nullity of the graph. Fan and Qian (2009) obtained the nullity set of n-vertex bipartite graphs and characterized the bipartite graphs with nullity n − 4 and the regular n-vertex bipartite graphs with nullity n − 6. In this paper, we study similar problem for a class of tripartite graphs. As observed the nullity problem in tripartite graphs does not follow as an extension to that of the nullity of bipartite graphs, this makes the study of nullity in tripartite graphs interesting. In this direction, we obtain the nullity set of a class of n-vertex tripartite graphs and characterize these tripartite graphs with nullity n − 4. We also characterize some tripartite graphs with nullity n − 6 in this class.
Global value chains and the exchange rate elasticity of exports
Authors: Ahmed Swarnali , Appendino Maximiliano , Ruta Michele 
Published: June 2016

Abstract
This paper analyzes how the formation of global value chains (GVCs) has affected the exchange rate elasticity of exports. Using a panel framework covering 46 countries over the period 1996–2012, we first find some suggestive evidence that the elasticity of real manufacturing exports to the real effective exchange rate (REER) has decreased over time. We then examine whether the formation of supply chains has affected this elasticity using different measures of GVC integration. Intuitively, as countries are more integrated in global production processes, a currency depreciation only improves competitiveness of a fraction of the value of final good exports. In line with this intuition, we find evidence that GVC participation reduces the REER elasticity of manufacturing exports by 22 percent, on average.
Sealing of silicon-glass microcavities with polymer filling
Authors: Knapkiewicz P. , Augustyniak I. 
Published: June 2016

Abstract
Investigation of hermetic sealing of selected polymers in silicon-glass microcavities has been presented. The anodic bonding method has been adapted for hermetic encapsulation of the polymer in microcavity. According to standard conditions of the anodic bonding process (temperature: 400°C, voltage: 1000 V), the main challenge was the significant reduction of temperature in order to avoid degradation of the polymer. An analysis of the influence of reduced temperature and oxygen-free atmosphere on bond quality has been done. Proper parameters of the anodic bonding process enabling good and hermetic encapsulation of the polymer in the microcavity as well as optimal polymer treatment have been elaborated. Studies have shown that the closure of high density polyethylene in microcavity by anodic bonding process at a temperature reduced to 340°C is possible. This procedure will be used for the fabrication of main elements for a new family of high radiation MEMS sensors.
Physical interpretation of the Cosserat mechanics for a collection of atoms
Authors: Sikoń M. 
Published: June 2016

Abstract
In this work, the Cosserat medium is analyzes as a set of atoms. These atoms are under the action of a mechanical load. The statistical analysis is preceded by a description of a single atom using classical mechanics and quantum mechanics. The behavior of the atoms in the field generated by mechanical change of the interatomic distance is shown as a phenomenon which can explain the Cosserat mechanics in a continuum.
Study of vibration control using laboratory test rig of wind turbine tower-nacelle system with MR damper based tuned vibration absorber
Authors: Martynowicz P. 
Published: June 2016

Abstract
Wind turbine tower dynamic stress is related to the fatigue wear and reliability of the whole wind turbine structure. This paper deals with the problem of tower vibration control using a specially designed and built laboratory model. The considered wind turbine tower-nacelle model consists of a vertically arranged stiff rod (representing the tower), and a system of steel plates (representing nacelle and turbine assemblies) fixed at its top. The horizontally aligned tuned vibration absorber (TVA) with magnetorheological (MR) damper is located also at the top of the rod (in nacelle system). Force excitation sources applied horizontally to the tower itself and to the nacelle were both considered. The MR damper real-time control algorithms, including ground hook control and its modification, sliding mode control, linear and nonlinear (cubic and square root) damping, and adaptive solutions are compared to the open-loop case with various constant MR damper input current values and system without MR TVA (i.e., MR TVA in “locked” state). Comprehensive experimental analyses and their results are presented.
Fractional calculus for continuum mechanics – anisotropic non-locality
Authors: Sumelka W. 
Published: June 2016

Abstract
In this paper, a generalisation of previous author’s formulation of fractional continuum mechanics for the case of anisotropic non-locality is presented. The discussion includes a review of competitive formulations available in literature. The overall concept is based on the fractional deformation gradient which is non-local due to fractional derivative definition. The main advantage of the proposed formulation is its structure, analogous to the general framework of classical continuum mechanics. In this sense, it allows to define similar physical and geometrical meaning of introduced objects. The theoretical discussion is illustrated by numerical examples assuming anisotropy limited to single direction.
Towards development of a prototype high-temperature latent heat storage unit as an element of a RES-based energy system (part 2)
Authors: Karwacki J. , Bogucka-Bykuć K. , Włosiński W. , Bykuć S. 
Published: June 2016

Abstract
This paper presents an experimental study performed with the general aim of defining procedures for calculation and optimization of shell-and-tube latent thermal energy storage unit with metals or metal alloys as PCMs. The experimental study is focused on receiving the exact information about heat transfer between heat transfer fluid (HTF) and phase change material (PCM) during energy accumulation process. Therefore, simple geometry of heat transfer area was selected. Two configurations of shell-and-tube thermal energy storage (TES) units were investigated. The paper also highlights the emerging trend (reflected in the literature) with respect to the investigation of metal PCM-based heat storage units in recent years and shortly presents unique properties and application features of this relatively new class of PCMs.
Mathematical model parameter estimation of a generating unit operating in the Polish National Power System
Authors: Majka Ł. , Paszek S. 
Published: June 2016

Abstract
In the paper, a method and results of parameter estimation of the mathematical model of a generating unit operating in the Polish National Power System are presented. Computations of the parameters were carried out based on measurement and simulation of dynamic waveforms of selected quantities of the generating unit. The problem of parameter identification was brought to minimization of the objective function determined by the vector of deviations between the approximated and approximating waveforms computed on the basis of the models expressed by the searched parameters. A hybrid optimization algorithm, being a serial combination of genetic and gradient algorithms, was used for minimization of the objective function. A methodology for filtering the recorded measurement signals is proposed in the paper. Method and results calculation of the sensitivity to changes of the model parameters of selected dynamic waveforms are also presented.
Evolutionary Computing Based on QoS Oriented Energy Efficient VM Consolidation Scheme for Large Scale Cloud Data Centers
Authors: Theja Perla Ravi , Babu S. K. Khadar 
Published: June 2016

Abstract
The high pace and increase in cloud computing technology and associated applications, especially large scale data centres, have demanded energy efficient and Quality of Service (QoS) oriented computing platform. To meet these requirements, virtualization and Virtual Machine (VM) consolidation has emerged as an effective solution. The optimization in VM consolidation by means of efficient dynamic resource-utilization prediction, VM selection and placement can achieve optimal solution for energy efficient and QoS oriented cloud computing system. In this paper, an evolutionary computing algorithm called Adaptive Genetic Algorithm (A-GA) based VM consolidation approach has been developed. A-GA based placement policy and its implementation with different VM selection policies like Minimum Migration Time (MMT), Maximum Correlation (MC) and Random Selection (RS), along with different CPU utilization estimation approaches like Inter Quartile Range (IQR), Local Regression (LR), Local Robust Regression (LRR), static THReshold (THR) and Median Absolute Deviation (MAD) has revealed that A-GA based consolidation with MMT selection policy and combined IQR and LRR can enable optimal VM consolidation for large scale infrastructures. In addition, the proposed A-GA policy has exhibited better performance as compared to other meta-heuristics such as Ant Colony Optimization (ACO) and Best Fit Decreasing. The proposed consolidation system can be used for large scale cloud infrastructures where energy conservation, minimal Service Level Agreement (SLA) violation and QoS assurance is inevitable.
Advanced Control of the Wood Thermal Treatment Processing
Authors: Hadjiski Mincho , Deliiski Nencho 
Published: June 2016

Abstract
An advanced control system is considered for wood Thermal Treatment Processing (TTP) in order to cope with the scarcity of on-line measurements as well as cope with a variety of unpredictable operational conditions arising due to disturbances and large uncertainties. The architecture of the proposed control system includes a number of Building Blocks (BB), functionally based on well-established algorithms, so that that the design and operation of the system use mainly parameterisation via simulation, optimization and coordination. In the created BB a set of advances are incorporated: first principle modelling of WEP, inference control, Run-to-Run optimization, Case-Based Reasoning (CBR). Some results of real applications in SMEs are presented.
Estimation of hematocrit in filter paper dried bloodspots by potassium measurement: advantage of use of perimeter ring samples over circular center sub-punch samples
Authors: Rufail Miguel L. , McCloskey Laura J. , Stickle Douglas F. 
Published: June 2016

Abstract

Background:
Quantitative assays using dried filter paper bloodspots (DBS) may be adversely affected by hematocrit (HCT) as an unknown variable. Studies have demonstrated the utility of the measurement of potassium (K) from DBS punches to estimate HCT. Because there is significant accrual of RBCs at the DBS perimeter, we investigated whether K measurement from ring-shaped specimens inclusive of the perimeter might provide an advantage over conventional interior circular sub-punch samples to estimate HCT.

Methods:
Primary samples were Li-heparin whole blood, with HCT as measured on concurrently-drawn K-EDTA specimens. DBS were formed by bolus addition of 40 μL whole blood to filter paper cards. Total bloodspot area was determined by image analysis. Removal of center sub-punch (P) samples of fixed area produced remainder ring (R) samples inclusive of the perimeter. Samples were extracted in K-EDTA (2.5 mmol/L) and measured for diluent-corrected K per area (α, μmol K/cm2).

Results:
Forty-three patient samples were utilized. α was normally distributed: α(P)=1.23±0.26 μmol K/cm2; α(R)=1.86±0.41 μmol K/cm2; α(R)/α(P)=1.51±0.15. α was correlated with HCT: α(P)=0.030 HCT(%)+0.015 μmol K/cm2 (r2=0.795); α(R)=0.052 HCT(%)+0.010 μmol K/cm2 (r2 = 0.912), but with higher resolution and lesser error for α(R).

Conclusions:
K per area (α) was significantly higher in R samples vs. P samples, with higher resolution for α(R) vs. HCT. Use of ring samples inclusive of the perimeter to estimate HCT for DBS via K measurement can provide an advantage over use of center sub-punch samples.
Evaluation of the first fully automated immunoassay method for the measurement of stimulating TSH receptor autoantibodies in Graves’ disease
Authors: Tozzoli Renato , D’Aurizio Federica , Villalta Danilo , Giovanella Luca 
Published: June 2016

Abstract

Background:
Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) receptor autoantibodies (TRAb) are pathogenetic and diagnostic hallmarks of Graves’ disease (GD). Three varieties of TRAb have been described: stimulating (S-TRAb), blocking (B-TRAb), and apoptotic (A-TRAb) autoantibodies. Very recently, the first immunoassay method (Immulite TSI assay, Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics) declared to measure serum S-TRAb concentration, has been made available in an automated commercial platform. The aim of the study was to evaluate the ability of this new test to identify patients suffering from GD, in comparison with two current IMA methods for total TSH receptor autoantibodies (T-TRAb) measurement.

Methods:
Sera of 383 subjects [72 patients with untreated GD, 55 patients with autoimmune thyroiditis (AIT), 36 patients with multinodular non-toxic goiter, 100 patients with other non-thyroid autoimmune diseases (NTAD) and 120 healthy subjects (HS)] were evaluated.

Results:
The threshold obtained by receiver operating characteristic (ROC) analysis was 0.54 IU/L, very similar to that proposed by the manufacturer (0.55 IU/L). Thyroid-stimulating immunoglobulins (TSI) were positive in all GD patients and negative in all but three controls (clinical sensitivity and specificity of 100% and 98.7%, respectively). Passing and Bablok regression analysis and Bland-Altman plot showed an acceptable agreement between TSI Immulite assay and other two immunoassay methods (Cobas/Elecsys, Roche and TRAK RIA, BRAHMS Thermo Scientific).

Conclusions:
The diagnostic performance of fully automated Immulite TSI assay in GD patients is at least comparable to that of current TRAb immunoassays (IMAs) suggesting the possibility of including such assay in rapid and cost-saving diagnostic and monitoring algorithms. However, our results do not provide full evidence that this assay is specific for S-TRAb only, and future studies comparing Immulite TSI assay to stimulating activity are required.
Feeding, eating and behavioral disturbances in Prader-Willi syndrome and non-syndromal obesity
Authors: Sonnengrün Lilli , Schober Celestina , Vogel Mandy , Hiemisch Andreas , Döhnert Mirko , Hilbert Anja , Kiess Wieland 
Published: June 2016

Abstract

Background:
Although most individuals with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) are obese, little is known about the impact of obesity-related psychosocial factors in PWS. In the present study we compared feeding, eating, and behavioral disturbances in children and adolescents with PWS, peers with non-syndromal obesity, and normal weight controls.

Methods:
Twelve persons with PWS, aged 7–22 years, age- and gender-matched obese and normal weight individuals were analyzed regarding parental feeding practices, eating disturbances, and behavioral problems via standardized questionnaires.

Results:
Parents of individuals with PWS reported significantly more restrictive feeding and monitoring than did parents of obese or normal weight children without PWS (p<0.05). Social problems were more common in the obese and the PWS group than in the normal-weight group (p<0.05). Behavioral problems were significantly correlated with parental restrictive feeding practices.

Conclusions:
Our data show that children and adolescents with PWS are affected by psychosocial problems, and that restrictive feeding practices might be associated with more severe behavioral problems. Further studies in larger samples will be necessary to replicate these results and possibly provide new therapeutic approaches for the management of PWS.
Performing “authentic” bilingualism: Authenticity, novel respelling forms, and language ideology in South Korea
Authors: Choi Lee Jin 
Published: June 2016

AbstractThe process of globalization, along with the advent of Internet technology, has resulted in the increasing presence of written mixed-language discourses produced and used by multilinguals in online spaces (e. g. online chat, instant messaging, and online discussion boards). Despite the fact that multilingual texts have become more visible and accessible, little research has empirically examined written mixed-language discourses and their sociopragmatic values (