bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Curvilinear Transformation of Z-Shaped Upper Lip Scar by Diamond-Shaped Excision in Secondary Cleft Lip Deformities: A Photogrammetric Evaluation
Authors: Han Kihwan , Jeong Hoijoon , Hyun Choi Tae , Hyung Kim Jun , Son Daegu 
Published: December 2013

Purpose The visible Z-shaped upper lip scar that occurs after the Tennison and Randall triangular flap technique remains a cleft stigma. Herein, we present our curvilinear transformation technique for the Z-shaped upper lip scar by diamond-shaped excision and evaluate the results using photogrammetric analyses. Patients and Methods From 1997 to 2006, 23 patients with secondary cleft lip deformity with the visible Z-shaped upper lip scar underwent correction with the technique. The scar was excised in the diamond shape above the muscle. After curvilinear closure, the elongated length of the upper lip was excised just below the nostril sill, as the measured Cupid's bow height discrepancy. The result was assessed by the authors' standardized photogrammetry technique. Results There was a statistically significant decrease between the preoperative central limb of the Z-shaped scar and the width of the postoperative curvilinear upper lip scar. The pre- and postoperative Cupid's bow height differences were not statistically significant. Conclusions The curvilinear transformation of the Z-shaped scar is an efficient procedure that provides (1) a significant decrease in the width of an upper lip scar to make it less conspicuous, (2) incorporation of the scar into the philtral column, (3) a biconcave natural philtral column shape in frontal view, and (4) formation of the natural concave philtral contour in profile view.
Nasal Profile Changes with Le Fort I Maxillary Advancement Surgery
Authors: Marşan Gülnaz , Hocaoğlu Emre , Cura Nil , Emekli Ufuk 
Published: December 2013

Introduction The purpose of this study was to quantify anteroposterior facial soft tissue changes with respect to underlying skeletal movements after Le Fort I maxillary advancement surgery by using lateral cephalograms taken before and after the operation. Materials and Methods The study group consisted of 20 patients (10 women, 10 men; mean age 23.4 ±1.4 years) having a Class III skeletal deformity caused by a retrognathic maxilla. All patients were treated by Le Fort I maxillary advancement osteotomy. Lateral cephalograms were taken before and 1.6 ± 0.4 years after surgery. Results The anteroposterior position of A-point and anteroposterior position of maxillary incisor were significantly protracted (–2.69 ± 3.34 and 2.68 ± 3.21, respectively; P < .01). The nasal anteroposterior and superoinferior positions (NASALAP and NASALSI, respectively) were significantly changed (–2.70 ± 6.81, P < .01, and 2.55 ± 5.80, P < .05, respectively) and nasal elevation and protraction were observed after Le Fort I maxillary advancement surgery. Conclusions The changes in anteroposterior and superoinferior positions of A-point were correlated with the nasal superoinferior position (r = −0.71, P < .05; r = 0.72, P < .05) after Le Fort I maxillary advancement surgery.
Deterministically guided differential evolution for constrained power dispatch with prohibited operating zones
Authors: Jasper J. , Aruldoss Albert Victoire T. 
Published: December 2013

Abstract
This paper presents a new approach to solve economic load dispatch (ELD) problem in thermal units with non-convex cost functions using differential evolution technique (DE). In practical ELD problem, the fuel cost function is highly non linear due to inclusion of real time constraints such as valve point loading, prohibited operating zones and network transmission losses. This makes the traditional methods fail in finding the optimum solution. The DE algorithm is an evolutionary algorithm with less stochastic approach to problem solving than classical evolutionary algorithms.DE have the potential of simple in structure, fast convergence property and quality of solution. This paper presents a combination of DE and variable neighborhood search (VNS) to improve the quality of solution and convergence speed. Differential evolution (DE) is first introduced to find the locality of the solution, and then VNS is applied to tune the solution. To validate the DE-VNS method, it is applied to four test systems with non-smooth cost functions. The effectiveness of the DE-VNS over other techniques is shown in general.
Canonical correlation analysis for functional data
Authors: Krzyśko Mirosław , Waszak Łukasz 
Published: December 2013

Summary Classical canonical correlation analysis seeks the associations between two data sets, i.e. it searches for linear combinations of the original variables having maximal correlation. Our task is to maximize this correlation, and is equivalent to solving a generalized eigenvalue problem. The maximal correlation coefficient (being a solution of this problem) is the first canonical correlation coefficient. In this paper we propose a new method of constructing canonical correlations and canonical variables for a pair of stochastic processes represented by a finite number of orthonormal basis functions.
Performance Study of Solar Power Source for Wireless Systems
Authors: Mazurek Gustaw 
Published: December 2013

Abstract
Photovoltaic (PV) technology is an attractive power source for systems with no wired connections to any network. Because of seasonal variations of solar irradiation, designing such a system requires careful analysis in order to provide required level of reliability. In this paper we present results of 16-month measurements of experimental PV system located in Poland. Obtained irradiation values have been verified with reference data from independent sources. The results of this work may be helpful in forecasting the performance of similar PV systems in the same region and allow to make more precise forecasts of power system performance than based only on average monthly irradiation tables.
Noncircularity of Demodulated Radar Signal
Authors: Rytel-Andrianik Rafał 
Published: December 2013

Abstract
The output of the quadrature demodulator is generally regarded as a complex signal that is circular if only the demodulator is well balanced. In the paper we analyze properties of quadrature demodulators, particularly digital one, and show that the output is noncircular also if the input signal is nonstationary. Then we find sources of this noncircularity and show that they stem from transients of the low-pass demodulator filter. This is quite important because nonstationary inputs are quite typical in radar where power of echoes depends strongly on range. In the first sections we also review complex random signals and properties of circularity and properness.
The northernmost occurrence of the Lower Berriasian ammonite Pseudosubplanites grandis (Štramberk Limestone, Outer Western Carpathians, Czech Republic)
Authors: Vašíček Zdeněk , Skupien Petr , Jirásek Jakub 
Published: December 2013

Abstract
The first finding of the index ammonite Pseudosubplanites grandis (Mazenot, 1939) in the Lower Berriasian Štramberk Limestone (Outer Western Carpathians, northeastern Czech Republic) is important from the point of view of both the paleogeographical distribution of this species and of more precisely defining the upper boundary of the Štramberk Limestone (Early Berriasian Berriasella jacobi Zone) formerly regarded as Late Tithonian in age. From the taxonomical point of view, new data on a non-deformed cross-section of the adult whorl and above all on the shape of the adult suture line of this species have been obtained.
Hardware Techniques for Improving the Calibration Performance of Direct Resistive Sensor-to-Microcontroller Interface
Authors: Kokolanski Zivko , Gavrovski Cvetan , Dimcev Vladimir , Makraduli Mario 
Published: December 2013

Abstract
Direct sensor-to-microcontroller is a simple approach for direct interface of passive modulating sensors to a microcontroller without any active components in between the sensor and the microcontroller and without an analog to digital converter. The metrological performances of such interface circuits are limited by certain microcontroller parameters which are predetermined by the manufacturing technology. These limitations can be improved by specific hardware-related techniques and can improve the accuracy, speed and resolution of the measurements. Such hardware solutions as well as proper selection of the electrical components are addressed in this paper. It has been shown that employment of only a few MOSFET transistors can reduce the maximal relative error of single point calibration more than fifteen times and can increase the measuring speed around 30 % in all calibration techniques in the measurement range of PT1000 resistive temperature sensors. Moreover, the effective number of resolution bits increases by more than 1.3 bits when using an external comparator.
Correction of the Refraction Phenomenon in Photogrammetric Measurement Systems
Authors: Samper David , Santolaria Jorge , Majarena Ana Cristina , Aguilar Juan José 
Published: December 2013

Abstract
This paper presents a method of correcting the effects caused by refraction phenomena in an optical measurement system. The correction algorithm proposed can be applied in many different photogrammetric applications affected by these effects. To validate this algorithm, a foot sole optical measurement system that uses several cameras to build a mesh of a foot sole has been used. This measurement system has six cameras that are protected by a safety glass that separates the cameras from the foot to be measured. The safety glass produces an air-glass-air interface that causes the refraction phenomena, producing deformations in the images. Due to the deformations it is impossible to obtain reliable metric information of the images captured using the measurement system. The developed correction algorithm is based on a grid layout and associated polynomials and makes it possible to correct the deformations and extract accurate metric information.
Ars Vitae and Sport
Authors: Bednář Miloš 
Published: December 2013

Abstract Our study aims to contribute to the approach of leading an optimal life and especially to the role of sport and physical activities in this life. First, we have tried to find the optimal personal qualities which may be proper for the ars vitae (the art of life). Five of them (creativity, calculation, cooperation, concentration, and credibility) were chosen (on the empirical bases of long-time ethical seminars with students studying physical education) and annotated. This was done taking into account the practical applicability in sport. Further, we have focused on proper biodromal projects, which are based on some traditional models. We judge sport can significantly contribute to the study three of these; at the same time, they are very useful in the sphere of sport. Thus the opposites of the Dionysian and Apollonian tendency of life, and the authentic and inauthentic one, were chosen for closer analysis. The third proper model (hedonism versus asceticism) was examined in an earlier study. More attention has been paid to antagonistic and integrative models of authenticity, and our conclusion was that we ought to consider them in mixed form when periods of antagonistic authenticity are replaced with periods of integrative authenticity in real life. Concrete examples have been taken from the field of sport. Kretchmar’s structural model of the good life is connected with this field more firmly and has been critically examined in the last chapter. In conclusion, we name four conditions for the creation of optimal biodromal projects and for forming the real ars vitae.
Sports and Recreational Activities of the Disabled From Eastern Regions of Poland
Authors: Bergier Barbara , Kubińska Zofia , Bergier Józef 
Published: December 2013

Abstract The primary objective of the study was recognition of the forms of sports and recreational activities of the disabled living in the regions of Rzeszów, Lublin and Białystok, and determination of the benefits drawn by them from participation in these activities. A total number of 750 were examined. The representative group was selected by the stratified random sampling method. The study was conducted by the method of a diagnostic survey. Research material was collected by means of mutually supplementary research techniques: questionnaire, interview, observation, and analysis of documentation. A detailed analysis of the results obtained allowed the presumption that more than half of the people with disabilities from the eastern regions of Poland participate in sports-recreational activities, with the largest number of respondents with a mild degree of disability. The majority of respondents approach their participation in sports-recreational activities not simply as a form of therapeutic rehabilitation. Respondents most frequently participated in walks, marches, and rehabilitation gymnastics. The largest percentage of respondents had never participated in hydrobics, horseback riding, hippotherapy, and swimming. A considerable number of the respondents would like to participate in - apart from walks, marches, and rehabilitation gymnastics - team games and swimming. According to the respondents’ opinions, forms of sports-recreational activities that are most recommended with respect to the degree and type of disability are: rehabilitation gymnastics, walks, marches, and swimming. Due to the participation in sports-recreational and tourism activities, those with disabilities have a good general well being, their state of health improves, they make new acquaintances and social contacts, make new friends, and elevate their physical efficacy and endurance. The respondents also indicated a change from sedentary lifestyle as well as satisfaction from overcoming both imperfections of own body and anxiety resulting from disability.
Reliable analysis for time-fractional nonlinear differential difference equations
Authors: Singh Mithilesh , Prajapati R. 
Published: December 2013

AbstractIn this study, we used HPM to determine the approximate analytical solution of nonlinear differential difference equations of fractional time derivative. By using initial conditions, the explicit solutions of the coupled nonlinear differential difference equations have been derived which demonstrate the effectiveness, potentiality and validity of the method in reality. The present method is very effective and powerful to determine the solution of system of non-linear DDE. The numerical calculations are carried out when the initial condition in the form of hyperbolic functions and the results are shown through the graphs.
Lay-Out and Spatial Development of Towns from Great Poland in the 13th Century – Preliminary Research
Authors: Kustra Maurycy 
Published: December 2013

Abstract
This paper deals with the problem of shaping landscape. The examples of towns of Great Poland from the 13th century were implemented and used. Their layout was not accidental. Towns were created with a substantial dose of accuracy. A market square was precisely laid out; roads were turned straight to the nearby towns, and plots were created for townsmen. It tended to be the final product of human thought and idea. The comparison of towns’ sizes shows that the same measures and similar schemes were used. In a medieval town each and every aspect was carefully planned and wellthought- out, but sometimes it was modified due to the terrain. Subsequent generations interpreted landscape on their own and occasionally changed the layout of a town. The contemporary appearance of towns is a product of thought materialisation in the living space. That is why the landscape of towns can be analysed and read.
Suburbs, Immigrants and Ethnicity. Autobiographical Novels of Algerian Immigrants in France as an Attempt of Emancipation from Ethnic Discrimination Discourse
Authors: Kubera Jacek 
Published: December 2013

Abstract
The article applies to three autobiographical novels written in the 1980s and 1990s by citizens of France, second generation Algerian immigrants. The authors of these novels widely relate to their own experience of life in the suburbs of French cities. The protagonists are young people who on the one hand feel French and demand acceptance, and on the other experience acts of discrimination. Moreover, their relationship to traditional Algerian culture is also ambivalent. The place with which they identify themselves is not France, in spite of the citizenship, nor Algeria, in spite of the origin, but their own district, which is a place where they live their everyday life. The author of the article analyzes the chosen novels through the perspective of the republican model of integration which excludes recognition of ethnic origin of the citizens. The article, referring to M. Foucault’s theory of heterotopia, argues that although the novels in question sensitize French readers to the various social questions, they, paradoxically, support the typical thinking of the republican model.
City as a Potential Source of Stress
Authors: Kuświk Justyna 
Published: December 2013

Abstract
This article will present an analysis of a psychological reaction which may occur in people living in big cities, the so-called urban stress. The paper will concentrate mainly on describing the influence of strong sensory input (e.g. noise and pollution), which is characteristic of a big city, as well as social issues on the cognitive, emotional and behavioural functioning of individuals. What is more, various consequences of the emergence of stress will be discussed. The summary of the article includes conclusions drawn from a review of research and theories.
Agrophysics - physics in agriculture and environment
Authors: Gliński Jan , Horabik Józef , Lipiec Jerzy 
Published: December 2013

Abstract
Agrophysics is one of the branches of natural sciences dealing with the application of physics in agriculture and environment. It plays an important role in the limitation of hazards to agricultural objects (soils, plants, agricultural products and foods) and to the environment. Soil physical degradation, gas production in soils and emission to the atmosphere, physical properties of plant materials influencing their technological and nutritional values and crop losses are examples of such hazards. Agrophysical knowledge can be helpful in evaluating and improving the quality of soils and agricultural products as well as the technological processes.
Surface and Bulk Characterization of Metallic Powders
Authors: Chasoglou D. 
Published: December 2013

Abstract
Metallic components manufactured via the Powder Metallurgy route require more attention in terms of adjusting the process parameters in order to control the chemistry during production. Therefore the first step towards a robust production through the Powder Metallurgy route is the characterization of the chemical features of the metal powder both on the surface and in the bulk. This review is an assortment of examples of characterization studies used for investigating different features observed in metallic powders.
Analyse de contenu de plans de travail : vers la responsabilisation des élèves ?
Authors: Connac Sylvain 
Published: December 2013

En France, le recours aux manuels scolaires est prépondérant dans les établissements, mais aucun d’eux ne propose de se référer aux plans de travail. Si les plans de travail sollicitent la responsabilisation et l’autonomie des élèves, quels rapprochements avec les manuels contribueraient à densifier l’activité cognitive des élèves ? Cette étude consiste à proposer une analyse de contenu d’un corpus de 52 plans de travail issus de classes primaires, enrichie d’une quinzaine d’observations de situations pédagogiques et d’une trentaine d’entretiens d’enseignants. Le croisement de ces données permet de proposer plusieurs pistes pour une évolution des manuels scolaires vers une responsabilisation accrue des élèves.
Air‐water gas exchange and CO2 flux in a mangrove‐dominated estuary
Authors: Ho David T. , Ferrón Sara , Engel Victor C. , Larsen Laurel G. , Barr Jordan G. 
Published: December 2013

AbstractMangrove forests are highly productive ecosystems, but the fate of mangrove‐derived carbon remains uncertain. Part of that uncertainty stems from the fact that gas transfer velocities in mangrove‐surrounded waters are not well determined, leading to uncertainty in air‐water CO2 fluxes. Two SF6 tracer release experiments were conducted to determine gas transfer velocities (k(600) = 8.3 ± 0.4 and 8.1 ± 0.6 cm h−1), along with simultaneous measurements of pCO2 to determine the air‐water CO2 fluxes from Shark River, Florida (232.11 ± 23.69 and 171.13 ± 20.28 mmol C m−2 d−1), an estuary within the largest contiguous mangrove forest in North America. The gas transfer velocity results are consistent with turbulent kinetic energy dissipation measurements, indicating a higher rate of turbulence and gas exchange than predicted by commonly used wind speed/gas exchange parameterizations. The results have important implications for carbon fluxes in mangrove ecosystems.
Slab bending, syn‐subduction normal faulting, and out‐of‐sequence thrusting in the Central Apennines
Authors: Carminati Eugenio , Fabbi Simone , Santantonio Massimo 
Published: December 2013

AbstractIn the Central Apennines, a Tertiary‐Present eastward‐vergent fold and thrust belt, thrusting mainly occurred in‐sequence, cutting across a Mesozoic to Early Neogene succession, deposited in rifted (Early Jurassic) to passive continental margin, to foredeep (late Miocene) conditions. However, the Simbruini Mts were characterized by the occurrence of regional out‐of‐sequence thrusts (the Vallepietra‐Filettino‐Monte Ortara thrust fault) and ofTertiary prethrusting normal faults, associated with the deposition of thick breccia deposits (Brecce della Renga, Tortonian‐early Messinian). A direct link between these two features is here proposed. Evidence for a prethrusting normal faulting origin for the Brecce della Renga is amply discussed. Although evidence for subduction‐related normal faulting is growing in the Apennines literature, nowhere in the region are known extensional systems so vast and their syn‐tectonic deposits so thick as in the Simbruini area. We propose that the Simbruini prethrusting normal faults were subduction related, i.e., they developed in the foreland due to anomalous bending of the lithosphere subducting in Late Tertiary time under the Apennines in the Simbruini Mts area. The associated breccia deposits were subsequently deformed during the development of the Simbruini Mts thrust front. We speculate that the prethrusting normal faults allowed the penetration of fluids within the subducting crust and possibly also in the mantle, weakening this part of the subducting plate. As a consequence, the weaker plate was anomalously down‐bent, leading to a subcritical state of the Apennines wedge. The regional scale out‐of‐sequence thrust faults developed in order to bring the Apennines wedge back to the critical state.
The Dynamic Flux of Continuing Higher Education: Redefining the New Roles, Responsibilities, and Expectations
Authors: Braverman Lisa R. 
Published: December 2013

AbstractContinuing higher education has undergone a significant transformation in recent years, illustrated by such innovations as MOOCs, globalization, strategic collaborations with government and industry, and increased entrepreneurship. As a result, continuing education (CE) units have experienced a fundamental shift in the way they conduct business in our field.