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Synergic Effects of Recycled Concrete Aggregate and Styrene Butadiene Rubber (SBR) Latex on Mechanical Properties of Concrete
Full text linkThese days Sustainable advancement is picking up notoriety all around the globe. To hold characteristic assets, reuse and reusing of development and annihilation squander is the clearest approach to achieve manageability in the development division. Presently, reused aggregate RA is been generating and CDW is its source. As of late, these squanders are reused in present day reusing offices, under great quality control arrangements which could prompt enhance its execution. An investigation is completed about the characteristics of Recycled Aggregate Concrete RAC by utilizing squashing and breaking of concrete waste got from various obliteration locales & junkyard. With the end goal to upgrade the characteristics of RAC there are a few additives called as super plasticizer which are adjoined with concrete. Fixings utilized in particularly this investigation were ordinary sand, common & reused aggregate & additive namely Styrene Butadiene Rubber latex (SBR). Those aggregates are acquired from various assets. Sum of 144 concrete molds in system of 4 collections was framed. Gatherings were structured in such a route along these lines, to the point that the impact of reused coarse aggregate (half, 75 percent, and 100 percent), cement dose and expansion of latex of SBR in factor amounts by the cement weight of (0.5 percent, l percent, 1.5 percent) ought to be appropriately decided. For compressive quality and rupture modulus MOR, tests were done. Prior to the tests performance in the research center a diminishing pattern of twenty five (25) percent in compressive quality was taken note. An impressive decrease was seen in the properties of RAC by utilizing 100% reused aggregate when contrasted with Natural Aggregate Concrete NAC. There was negligible change in Recycled Aggregate Concrete RAC made of 75 percent (%) NA and 25 percent (%) RCA. Yet, there was ideal properties differences of concrete ended with the blend of half NA and half RCA. It was seen in the outcomes that concrete squanders might be used in arrangement of concrete subsequent to reusing them which at that point can be utilized in many concrete structures
Post Venture Examination and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Report Survey of a Multistory Building
No full textIn recent years, high-rise buildings have been constructed as an urban development strategy in many megacities. High-rise buildings have positive as well as negative impacts on urban environments. Therefore, the post-project analysis and review (PPA) of environmental impact assessments (EIA) of high-rise buildings should be performed to establish strategies to ensure sustainable and resilient urban development is essential. This study involves the Post Project Analysis and Review (PPA) of the EIA report for the complex "The Centaurus". The Centaurus has been in operation for ten years, a PPA&R of impact is required, as predicted. It must be emphasized that the PPA needs to analyze the environmental factors selected in the EIA report. Furthermore, the proposed improvement measures must be implemented. A few impacts were chosen that could be easily carried out. Operational-related impacts were selected which include traffic, parking, the concentration of carbon monoxide in an enclosed parking garage, building shadow, etc. Preliminary and Secondary data were collected. Several visits were made for the collection of data through literature review, questionnaires, interviews, and Instruments while the data was analyzed by MS Excel. The study concluded that the project had been altered from its original scope and that this had caused traffic, parking problems, and carbon monoxide concentrations in parking lots
Studies On Genetic Variability and Relationship Among Yield Contributing Traits in Field Pea (Pisum sativum L.)
No full textThis study was conducted at the Pulses Research Institute (PRI), Ayub Agricultural Research Institute (AARI), Faisalabad, during the Rabi season of 2020-21. The experiment included populations derived from two crosses: DP-11 × DP-09 (Cross-1) and DP-07 × DP-03 (Cross-2), namely P1 (parent-1), P2 (parent-2), F1, F2, Bc1P1 (Backcross-1), and Bc1P2 (Backcross-2) in a randomized block design with three replications. The objectives were to assess genetic variability, heritability, and genetic advances for various agronomic traits including days to first flowering, days to maturity, plant height, total number of clusters per plant, total number of branches per plant, total pods per cluster, total number of pods per plant, pod length, hundred seed weight, and total seed yield per plant. Analysis of variance (ANOVA) indicated significant genetic variation for seed yield and its related attributes, supporting subsequent biometrical analyses. Phenotypic coefficients of variation exceeded genotypic coefficients for all traits studied, indicating substantial environmental influence on trait expression. Traits such as plant height, total number of clusters per plant, total pods per plant, and total seed yield per plant exhibited high heritability and genetic advance as a percentage of the F1 mean, suggesting these traits are amenable to direct selection for yield improvement within the studied populations. In conclusion, this research underscores the potential for genetic improvement in pulse crops through targeted selection based on the identified traits
An Examination of a Jordainan Public Figure’s Alleged Defamatory Statement
Full text linkThis paper aims at analyzing an accusation of defamation of the Jordanians in a talk show by a public figure. The person accused of defaming the Jordanians is the former head of the Jordanian royal court, Yousef Aldalabeh. The alleged defamatory statement examined in the current study is a description of the relationship between the king of Jordan and his people as a shepherd/sheep relationship. This statement was claimed to be of offensive nature by many Jordanians. To support or refute this accusation, 318 comments on Facebook regarding the use of the phrase ‘shepherd and sheep’ by Aldalabeh were examined. The comments were divided into two general categories. In the first category of comments, this phrase was viewed as being defamatory, whereas the second encompasses comments in which the phrase was found to carry no defamatory meaning. The analysis revealed that 70.8% of the sample of people how commented on this statement found it to carry a defamatory meaning, whereas 29.2% commented that there is no defamatory element in it. Stating that Aldalabeh was not successful in expressing what he has in mind but meant no offense was the most frequent way for indicating that the statement is not defamatory. On the other hand, insulting Aldalabeh, using sarcasm and arguing that he misinterpreted the metaphorical sense of the disputed statement were associated with the highest frequencies for referring to it as being defamatory. 
Integrating Digitalized Data and Optimization Method for Automated Production Planning in Sewing Lines
No full textThe current global landscape is undergoing a dynamic evolution marked by the onset of the 4th Industrial Revolution. This epochal transformation emphasizes digital transformation as a revolutionary catalyst, fundamentally reshaping businesses. The research presents the digital transformation in industrial sewing manufacturing by applying the Internet of Things (IoT) devices for comprehensive production data collection from sewing lines, alongside integrating data digitization techniques in the industrial sewing process. Moreover, from the data collected, the article proposes an automatic production planning method based on applying a scheduling problem combined with optimization algorithms. Based on that method, it will improve production management efficiency, competitiveness, and labor productivity, creating conditions for sustainable development and promoting global integration
Selective Recovery of Lithium Hydroxide from Spent NCA (LiNiCoAlO2) Powder
Full text linkThis research was conducted on the method of recovering the lithium hydroxide and valuable metal from the NCA-based cathode active materials in the spent lithium-ion batteries. The recovery rate of lithium depends on the reaction temperature, retention time, reaction time during H2 reduction and solid-liquid ratio. Lithium hydroxide and valuable metals were recovered under each experimental condition, and the following optimal process conditions were determined based on the results of experiment. Based on the charging of 10g of NCA powder, the optimal process conditions were determined as follows: the reaction temperature of 700?; the retention time of 3hrs; and the H2 gas flowrate of 300cc/min; the leaching time of 1hr for water leaching; the solid-liquid ratio of the sample and distilled water at 1:30; the stirring speed of 300rpm at room temperature, and the recovery rate of 92.30% was achieved
The Digitalisation of Elitism and Sifting? Observations on the Online Registration of First-Year University Students in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Full text linkThis paper argues that the digitalisation of university registration processes has given rise to concealed elitism. The phenomenon became apparent during the COVID-19 pandemic, as elite students accessed advanced medical care and education degrees while individuals from indigent families and rural communities bore the brunt of the pandemic. Drawing from the perspectives of critical emancipatory research (CER), the observational study described in this paper sought to explain students' experiences during the transition to digitalised registration processes and to identify practical solutions for the deficiencies in the new system, ensuring inclusivity for all students in the future. This observational study did not have a specific sample size but observed the groups of incoming first-year students gathered outside many university gates during the registration period in the province of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. The study consequently concluded that many universities in KwaZulu-Natal are not prepared for digitalisation of student applications for several reasons: (i) the use of technology conceals elitism, a lingering aspect of the apartheid era that disenfranchises students from indigent and rural communities; (ii) universities lack reliable infrastructure, as they were not initially designed for contemporary communication and teaching methods; and (iii) the rise of technological innovation destabilises the intentions of our South African democracy and the massification agenda. This paper proposes a dual method of communication (virtual and walk-in inquiries) that would accommodate democracy and recognise people's right to education. This approach would ensure that students from different socio-economic backgrounds are accommodated in higher education institutions. The paper recommends technological innovations that do not remind black and poor students that they were once marginalised from accessing tertiary education due to systems that were not favourable to them
How Total Quality Management (TQM) Revolutionizes Internal Care Units: Insights from North Lebanon Hospital
No full textThis term paper will answer the question how Total Quality Management (TQM) can affect intensive care units (ICU) in North Lebanon hospital. To comprehend the impact of Total Quality Management (TQM) on emergency services, the paper will define TQM along with its major roles and stages in business. It will also present the effect of TQM on the operations of healthcare institutes, such as hospitals, with a specific focus on the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). ICUs are critical components in modern health care. To improve the performance of ICU, a project is decided to be done on well-known hospital in north Lebanon called NINI HOSPITAL. Knowledge is the key for this project; therefore, study has been done on the ICU unit of NINI hospital and several interviews were done with personal in charge by asking different questions pertaining to the quality system of the hospital, challenges faced in the ICU and activities conducted in their capacities. SPSS software is used to process and analyse data collected. The conclusion drawn from the assessment of North Lebanon Hospital's ICU underscores the vital role of Total Quality Management in optimizing patient care, evidenced by meticulous attention to theoretical knowledge and practical training, high standards of human interaction, adherence to protocols, and a commitment to continuous improvement, positioning NINI Hospital as a preferred healthcare provider with plans for ISO certification. Solutions and proposals are offered to enhance the quality performance in ICU by gathering data and analysing it and present the instruments that will implement this improvement and what are the potential results of these proposals
Beliefs and Practices in the Life Cycle of the Agta of Lupigue, North Sierra Madre Mountains: Their Implications to Indigenous Peoples Education
Full text linkThe enactment of the Indigenous Peoples’ Rights Act of 1997 and the legislation of National Commission on Indigenous Peoples Administrative Order No. 1 series of 2012 recognize and promote all the rights of the Indigenous Peoples including the proper documentation of their Indigenous Knowledge Systems and Practices (IKSPs). The absence of formal documentation of their IKSPs is a major issue and is getting increasing attention in the research literature. The ethnographic research was employed to find out the beliefs and practices in the life of the Agta of Lupigue in Sierra Madre Mountains and their implications to education. The Agta still observed some of their beliefs and practices but could hardly explain their existence and persistence. Their observance is more of a sign of respect to their elders and ancestors. These cultural beliefs and practices pose a great challenge to education particularly in its role in social transformation
Assembly Line Balancing using the Valentine and Aseem Heuristic Algorithm (VAHA)
Full text linkThis study delves into the development and application of the Valentine and Aseem Heuristic Algorithm (VAHA) as a different heuristic model to ALB problems. This was achieved by exploiting agglomerative hierarchical clustering principle, and it was proven that assembly lines have lesser idle time than the conventional line balancing methods. The metrics used for comparison were the number of stations, the balance efficiency, the total time the line was idle, and the balance delay of the line. To audit the performance and validate the VAHA model, three conventional line balancing algorithms were used to benchmark the proposed algorithm results and furthermore, the result of the VAHA model, was juxtaposed to the result of another group in the class. Upon evaluation, it shows that by applying VAHA at the barest minimum, a reduction in total idle time at the workstations can be achieved. Moreover, this reduction in total idle time implies that overall labor efficiency has increased