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The Efectiveness of Nonwoven Kenaf Geotextile in Improving Load Bearing of Soft Soil
No full textSynthetic fbres are commonly used to make geotextiles for geotechnical applications, but they are made from non-renewable resources such as petroleum, adversely afecting the environment. To address this issue, bio-based geotextiles that depend on locally available natural resources can be used as a more sustainable alternative. In this study, a nonwoven kenaf polypropylene geotextile was manufactured from waste products from the kenaf industry and tested to determine its engineering characteristics. The kenaf was blended with polypropylene to ease the fabrication process and enhance its durability. Several physical modelling tests were then conducted to evaluate the performance of this type of geotextile in improving the load-carrying capacity of cohesive soils in sites and projects. Using this geotextile resulted in an improvement of 15.2 to 46.5% in the bearing capacity of soft soil, making it a viable replacement for synthetic geotextiles in projects with a limited lifespan. The laboratory results were validated using fnite element software which showed that the numerical results closely followed the experimental results for the ultimate bearing capacity values with the highest variation of 18%. The geotextile layer’s optimum depth was 0.25 times the footing width (0.25B). Based on the results of this study, nonwoven kenaf geotextile can be considered a partially sustainable material and an eco-friendly solution for ground improvement practices. However, further investigation should be carried out to determine the durability of the nonwoven kenaf geotextile
Methodological Insights of Action Research in Doctoral Studies within Education Disciplines: A Systematic Review
No full textAction research (AR) has emerged as a preferred methodology among practice-based doctoral candidates, particularly in education. In conjunction, having a thorough understanding of AR methodology in doctoral studies is a must. Thus, this article investigated the methodology of AR used in doctoral studies within the education disciplines from January 2013 to October 2024. The study included eight ProQuest doctoral dissertations and twelve articles from the Scopus database, selected based on relevance to AR methodology, focus on education disciplines, and methodological rigour. This study focuses on theoretical frameworks, AR models and types, data collection methods, sampling techniques, and sample sizes employed by action researchers. The findings revealed that Grounded Theory was the most commonly utilised theoretical framework, supporting iterative theory development to address complex educational challenges. The flexibility of AR models allows researchers to adapt methodologies to specific contexts, enhancing study efficacy and responsiveness. Traditional AR methods remain widely used due to their seamless integration into professional practices. The duration of AR projects varied, but at least one AR cycle was needed to tailor timelines to issue
complexity. Interviews emerged as the primary data collection method, supplemented by questionnaires and focus groups. Most studies employed convenience sampling, with quantitative samples ranging from 25 to 275
participants and qualitative cohorts comprising eight to eleven individuals. This approach aligns with AR’s focus on addressing practical problems and fostering self-improvement, ensuring researchers balance data collection with meaningful insights. Although AR findings are not widely generalisable, their adaptability enables researchers to develop context-specific interventions tailored to the unique needs of educational settings. The iterative nature of AR fosters evidence-based improvements, reflective practice, participatory engagement, and real-time problem-solving. Future research should integrate structured frameworks, adopt mixed-methods approaches, and engage stakeholders to enhance the credibility and applicability of findings, contributing to a deeper understanding and more effective implementation of AR in educational research
Integrating Hadratussyaikh Hasyim Asy'ari's Moral Values in Contemporary Education: Addressing the Challenges of the Digital Age
Full text linkThis study examines the relevance of Hadratussyaikh KH. M. Hasyim Asy'ari's philosophy of moral education, as presented in his book Adab al-‘Alim wa al-Muta‘alim, in addressing the moral challenges faced by today’s youth amid globalization and digitalization, such as increasing disrespect, substance abuse, and unethical online behavior. These issues highlight the need for educational systems to emphasize moral values alongside academic achievement. Using qualitative document analysis, this study explores how Hasyim Asy'ari’s teachings balance cognitive development with ethical behavior. The findings
reveal that his philosophy promotes character development through real-world practice, suggesting that educators integrate moral education into curricula and school culture. The study also includes data on the successful application of his principles in contemporary settings, such as digital literacy curricula and character training programs. This research contributes to character education by providing a framework for applying his teachings in modern educational contexts, offering strategies for integrating traditional moral values into both religious and secular education systems. By doing so, it helps shape ethically
responsible individuals prepared to face the social and digital challenges of today’s world
Kinetic study on the extraction of ethanimidic acid from hibiscus flowers using microwave assisted hydrodistillation
No full textMicrowave extraction of active compounds from plants offers an efficient alternative to traditional methods, highlighting the need to investigate its modeling and kinetic mechanisms for comprehensive understanding. This study evaluated kinetic models for the microwave-assisted hydrodistillation
(MAHD) of ethanimidic acid from hibiscus flowers. Experimental data, including ethanimidic acid concentration as a function of time, power, and solid-to-liquid ratio, were analyzed using threeparameter empirical models. The second-order model demonstrated superior accuracy (R² = 0.954), outperforming the first-order model, and effectively described the two-stage extraction process:
washing and diffusion. The second-order kinetic model ensures precise control of ethanimidic acid extraction, enabling efficient scalability for industrial production and consistent quality for pharmacological applications, emphasizing sustainable and cost-effective manufacturing practices.
This model provides a robust framework for advancing MAHD applications in the industrial production of bioactive compounds, promoting innovation in sustainable technologies, and enhancing the economic feasibility of bioactive compound recover
Kertas Konsep Pembangunan Model Kompetensi Digital Pendidik TVET ke Arah Transformasi Digital
Full text linkPendigitalan dalam pendidikan memberikan cabaran baharu kepada
pendidik bidang Pendidikan dan Latihan Teknikal dan Vokasional
(TVET) di Malaysia seiring dengan Revolusi Perindustrian Keempat (IR
4.0) dan transformasi digital. Pendidik TVET perlu berdaya saing
mendepani transformasi digital dengan mengintegrasikan teknologi
dalam pengajaran agar penyampaiannya berkesan untuk melahirkan
pelajar yang kalis masa depan. Kemajuan teknologi digital dan ICT telah
menjadikan kompetensi digital pendidik begitu penting dalam
pembangunan profesional dan kapasiti pendidik TVET. Walaupun
terdapat beberapa kerangka kompetensi digital antarabangsa, namun
model khusus untuk pedagogi TVET masih belum dibangunkan. Kajian
ini bertujuan membangunkan model kompetensi digital untuk pendidik
TVET menggunakan pendekatan kaedah campuran (mix-method)
dengan rekabentuk Kaedah Bercampur Penerokaan Berjujukan
(Exploratory Sequential Mix-Method) melalui fasa pertama secara
kualitatif (temu bual) dan fasa kedua secara kuantitatif (soal selidik).
Fasa pertama melibatkan analisis dokumen dan temu bual dengan 11
pakar, manakala fasa kedua menggunakan soal selidik dengan 85
pendidik TVET di Rangkaian Universiti Teknikal Malaysia (MTUN). Data
dianalisis menggunakan analisis tema, Fuzzy Delphi (FDM), dan
Permodelan Kuasa Dua Separa Terkecil (PLS-SEM). Dapatan kajian
mengenal pasti domain, elemen, dan sub-elemen kompetensi digital,
menghasilkan model kompetensi digital untuk pendidik TVET. Model ini
diharapkan dapat menjadi panduan bagi melahirkan pendidik TVET
yang kompeten dan berkualiti pada masa hadapa
Appraising the potentials of reusing plastic bottles as building blocks for housing construction at Paipe village Abuja Nigeria
No full textPlastic bottles package a multitude of commodities consumed worldwide. Upon
consumption of the commodity, the disposed plastic bottles accumulate as waste, having impacts on both the aquatic and terrestrial environment. In a bid to convert such waste to wealth, plastic bottles are creatively reused for different applications, such as pedestrian bridge boats and street furniture, amongst others. Another application of reusing plastic bottles is their
serving as building blocks for housing construction. Reports and research in Nigeria confirm the proliferation of plastic bottles littering the environment, which if reused in housing construction has the potential to contribute to achieving both UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) 11 (making human settlements sustainable) and 12 (ensuring sustainable consumption and production). Although Nigeria is traced to being the first country in Africa to
reuse plastic bottles in housing construction, not much research output exists from practitioners’ experience on the potentials of reusing plastic bottles as a sustainable construction material as practiced in countries like Vietnam, India, and the Philippines, among others. As such, this study investigates the potential factors driving the practice of reusing plastic bottles in Nigeria with a view to ascertaining the satisfaction derived from the practice for sustainable housing construction. Primary data was collected using a structured questionnaire from 41 respondents identified as having experience in using plastic bottles in
construction (5 staffs of Awonto Konsult as well as 36 staffs of Brains and Hammers Construction). Data was analysed descriptively using both IBM SPSS Statistics 23 as well as MS Excel to compute the Mean Score as well as the Relative Satisfaction Index (RSI). Only 30 questionnaires were successfully retrieved and fully answered. Amongst the 10 potential factors studied driving reusing plastic bottles, results show that almost all respondents tend to be ‘satisfied’ with both ‘strength and stability’ (having a Mean Value of 4.70 and RSI of 0.94) as well as ‘durability’ (having a Mean Value of 4.50; RSI of 0.90) of buildings built with plastic bottles. These two factors recorded the highest ‘satisfaction’ ratings, leaning towards ‘very satisfied’. Regarding the factor ‘fire resistance’ of buildings built with plastic bottles (having a Mean Value of 3.40; RSI of 0.68), results reveal that 50 percent of the respondents are ‘unsure’ if it is a satisfactory factor driving reusing plastic bottles or not. The study found that the satisfaction ratings of technical and environmental factors have higher appeal to respondents compared to health and safety and also financial factors. It is recommended that Awonto Konsult and also Brains and Hammers Construction invest more in information related to the fire resistance of plastic bottles used in construction because fire outbreaks pose great threats
to buildings. Equally, wider empirical research on plastic bottle wastes, if undertaken, could support the development of policies for waste management, particularly in developing countries. This research has the potential to convert waste into wealth in a bid to minimising environmental impacts of disposed plastic bottles as well as contribute to sustainable materials, particularly for rural housing. Since this study was based on a survey, experimental studies of
potentials driving the reuse of plastic bottles in housing construction will reveal results that could enable more sustainable housing construction in Nigeri
Zinc Oxide as an Active Ingredient in Sensitive Skin Deodorant
Full text linkThis study investigates the benefits of Zinc Oxide (ZnO) as an active
ingredient in deodorant, replacing aluminium (Al) compounds that
usually present in conventional deodorant that caused harmful effects
to human skin. The goals of this study are to produce a sensitive skin
friendly deodorant using ZnO powder as the main ingredient. Besides,
sweet almond oil (SAO), tea tree oil (TTO) and essential oil (EO) were
added as an alternative ingredient to help in neutralize body odor and
absorbance of sweat. The deodorant was made using heating process
and was analysed qualitative and quantitatively. The chemical
properties were analysed via Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy
(FTIR) and pH meter. In addition, yellow stain testing was also
performed to analyse the quality of the deodorant. At the end of this
project, a survey was conducted among Tun Hussein Onn University of
Malaysia (UTHM) students to collect their opinion on the deodorant.
From the analysis, it is found that the ether compounds are the main
compound lies within 3020 cm-1 to 2870 cm-1 wavelengths based on
FTIR analysis. The pH value of ZnO deodorant was measured at pH 7
make it safe to be used on direct skin without any skin irritation. ZnO
deodorant was also tested on white cloth within 7 days observation and
leaved partially visible white stain on the cloth that is easily removed
using cold water. This study concluded that ZnO is a beneficial
alternative in deodorant and consumer’s feedback shows a positive
reception to the new formulation of the deodorant
Religious Moderation and Interfaith Harmony in Maqashid Sharia: An Analytical Study of Quranic Hermeneutics
Full text linkIdeally, religious moderation and communal harmony should serve as the
cornerstone for building a harmonious social life, particularly in diverse
societies. However, the reality reveals that interfaith conflicts and a lack of
tolerance still often occur, driven by narrow and exclusive interpretations of
religion. This phenomenon hinders the creation of peace and harmony within
pluralistic communities. This article is based on qualitative research. The
methodology employed is a content analysis of Quranic verses through a
hermeneutic approach. The findings indicate that maqasid shariah provides a
strong foundation for promoting religious moderation and communal
harmony. Values such as justice, welfare, and the protection of individual rights
embedded within maqasid shariah can serve as guidelines for creating a
tolerant and harmonious society. The Quranic hermeneutic approach also aids
in understanding the messages of moderation contextually, enabling practical
solutions to the challenges of diversity in modern society
Ebuletin pejabat pengurusan makmal kampus cawangan pagoh edisi 04 (julai – disember 2023)
Full text linkeBuletin ini merangkumi semua aktiviti yang telah berlangsung di PPMKCP sepanjang bulan Julai hingga Disember 2023
Fixed Traffic and Intersection Simulation in Front of UTHM Pagoh
Full text linkIn Malaysia, traffic congestion is a common problem that often occur
during rush hours that leading to adverse social, economic, and
environmental issues. Pagoh Higher Education Hub, the place which
boasts four esteemed educational institutions UTHM, UTM, Politeknik
Tun Syed Nassir and UIA is also not spared from experiencing traffic
congestion which might happen due to high traffic volume along the
road itself especially at Persiaran Sarjana (In front of UTHM Pagoh main
gate). Therefore, this study was conducted to determine the speed and
traffic volume at the Persiaran Sarjana at Pagoh town in working days
and non-working days, to develop traffic simulation of the case study
location using PTV-VISSIM students’ version 2023 to analyse the Level
of Service (LOS) to reduce or control the congestion issues at the
Persiaran Sarjana during the peak hour in the morning, afternoon and
evening. After conducting the experiment, this study has collected all
the data for optimization. The level of service of Persiaran Sarjana –
UTHM intersection during working and non-working days is LOS D and
LOS B, respectively. These results provide valuable insights for
developing effective traffic management plans and infrastructure
improvements to address congestion in the area, which could be
implemented by relevant authorities such as JKR (Public Works
Department) or Sime Darby