Aesthetic Point Of View Research Articles

Roughness and Wear Resistance in the Process of Selecting Composite Resins

"Due to the the multitude of composite materials available, choosing the most adequate ones is a difficult task. Apart from most relevant characteristics such as aesthetics and mechanical strength, it is just as important to obtain smooth restorations, given the negative effects of bacterial plaque retention on the stomatognathic system. We have considered four of the composite resins most frequently used by dentists in Romania and we used laboratory tests to analyse the wear resistance and surface roughness after applying 3 finishing systems. We show that finishing systems have a powerful impact on composite materials roughness, and the best results are obtained with a microhybrid composite. As for wear resistance, nanohybrid composites proved to be superior to microhybrid ones. The results of the study suggest that the structure of the composite material counter-balances its roughness. From a clinical perspective, the quality of the surface of dental restorations is important not only functionally, preventing their wear and bacterial plaque retention, but also from an aesthetical point of view. "

Efficacy and complications of hyaluronic acid and polylactic acid for penile augmentation: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Penile size is considered a symbol of manhood and is a subjective problem for men, especially those with small penis syndrome. Penile augmentation was introduced to correct penile size problems from a medical, psychological, or esthetic point of view. Hyaluronic acid (HA) and polylactic acid (PLA) are two types of augmentation agents that are popularly used today. However, no systematic studies and meta-analyses have compared these two modalities as penile augmentation agents. This study aimed to analyze the efficacy and safety of penile filler injections with HA compared to PLA. This study was based on the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. Articles examining the differences in efficacy and adverse events of the administration of HA and PLA in patients undergoing penile augmentation were systematically reviewed from the PubMed, Proquest, Web of Science, and Scopus databases. An odds ratio with a 95% CI was applied to measure the study outcome. The analysis was performed with RevMan 5.4 software. The risk of bias for each study was evaluated using the Risk of Bias v2 instrument from Cochrane. This research protocol is registered in the International Prospective Register of Systematic Reviews (PROSPERO) registry. Four articles consisting of 283 research subjects were included in this study. The meta-analysis for penile girth enhancement after penile augmentation found significant results in the HA group compared to the PLA group (P=0.01). There was no difference in the level of satisfaction with penile appearance 4 weeks after penile augmentation in the HA group compared to the PLA group (P=0.79). HA was significantly superior in sexual satisfaction 12 weeks postpenile augmentation (P=0.0004). There was no difference in the incidence of pain after penile augmentation in the HA group compared to the PLA group (P=0.33). In the postaugmentation penile inflammation, there was no difference (P=0.98) in the HA group compared to the PLA group. There are differences in the efficacy of penile augmentation with the superiority of HA in increasing penile diameter and postaugmentation sexual satisfaction compared to PLA. There was no difference in the incidence of complications between using HA and PLA.

Weld‐lines and its strength evaluation in injection molded parts: A review

AbstractInjection molding manufacturing is immensely popular nowadays because of its excellent manufacturability for complex designs produced from a wide range of different engineering plastic materials. Weld‐line is a defect that arises in injection molding when two or more flow fronts collide. The weld‐lines are undesirable from both aesthetic and functional points of view and their effect is different for varied materials, process conditions, loadings, forms of weld‐line, etc. The presence of a weld‐line weakens components locally due to insufficient intermolecular diffusion, v‐notch formation, fiber anisotropy, insufficient process conditions, and so on. When a component is under load, crack propagation usually begins with a weak weld‐line area. Therefore, the designer should anticipate the presence of weld‐lines and their strength to avoid failure of components during operation. In this article, the review of published research work on weld‐line formation during injection molding has been summarized. The review focuses on the phenomenon of weld‐line formation, the type of weld‐lines, and the importance of weld‐line evaluations. The theoretical, experimental, and computational approaches to analyzing weld‐line and its strength are covered in detail. At last, methods for reducing weld‐lines and increasing the strength of weld‐line area have been discussed. This review also gathers data on weld‐line strength with respect to different materials.Highlights Details of weld‐line formation and its types. Importance of weld‐line evaluation. Methods of weld‐line strength evaluation. Methods of reduction of the number of weld‐line and its effect. Summary of weld‐line strength for different material.

The movement's activities in contemporary Iraqi ceramics

This research means studying (the work of the movement in contemporary Iraqi ceramics), which falls into four chapters. Contemporary Iraqi ceramics executed with various colored oxides on the surfaces of these products. The second chapter included the theoretical framework. The third chapter dealt with the research procedures that included defining the research community and selecting the research sample, then the research tool, description and analysis, description and analysis of the sample, while the fourth chapter included on the research results and conclusions. Among the results reached by the researchers are: The act of movement is achieved by treating the shapes, their proportions, and their balances at a level that indicates the accumulation of the artist's experience and the breadth of applications. The studied diversity and the conscious organization of the formation elements contributed to finding harmonious relationships that worked to increase suspense and impart movement and dynamism, and achieved a comprehensive and coherent unity according to the foundations of formation, influencing the vision from an aesthetic point of view.

Evaluation of the Effect of Change in Support Conditions on the Seismic Behavior of a Historical Masonry Bridge

It is believed that the Yılanlı (or Leylekli) Bridge (bridge with stork or snake figures) in Tokat, a city with high seismicity, was built during the Roman or Byzantine period. Although no structural damage was found on the bridge, which is still open to pedestrian traffic, it is very important to determine the seismic behaviour of the bridge considering the possible earthquakes to which the structure will be exposed. This article presents the seismic response of the historical Yılanlı (Leylekli) Bridge, which has been subjected to unfavourable human-made changes in geometric shape over time. The original and modified shapes of the bridge were modelled using the macro modelling approach in ANSYS finite element software. The structural performance of the models was evaluated in terms of stresses, deformations, and especially cracks on the arch and spandrel walls using nonlinear static and time history analyses. The results of the analysis show that the change in shape, which is not desirable from an architectural and aesthetic point of view, adversely affects the seismic performance of the historical bridge and makes it more vulnerable to possible earthquakes. In addition, the analyses clearly showed that both models are subject to serious structural damage that could lead to a collapse in the event of a potential large magnitude earthquake.

Reflections on the Governance of Calon Arang Performance: Between Contestation, Commodification, and Religion

Calon Arang performing arts have been developing very well recently. It is proved by the held of many Calon Arang performances and the hectic news coverage and related social media uploads. In addition to the audience being enthusiastic about the show, the artists also continue to innovate and be creative in presenting interesting performances. However, the existing Calon Arang art is a sacred performance that has undergone many commodifications and deviations. Furthermore, there was a lot of chaos and even death. Therefore, a management system for the Calon Arang performing arts is needed that is in accordance with tattwa (philosophy), susila (ethics), and upakara (rituals), but at the same time, it provides sufficient space for artists to express their creativity, and can still present interesting shows to the public. This research was organized in qualitative descriptive method to formulate what factors need to be used as the basis for the management of Calon Arang performance. The research result shows that the preparation of Calon Arang performance management guidelines was not an easy thing because there were conflicts in mapping out the parameters to be used as the basis for managing the Calon Arang Show, both from an aesthetic and religious point of view. However, it is hoped that with the cooperation of various parties, initial principles can be formulated on how to manage the Calon Arang show.

Videogames and the representation of men and women: an international perspective

In the last few decades, videogames have become a mass phenomenon and have progressively carved out an important space in society and culture. Today, they have growing capabilities to reproduce realistic scenarios, and are increasingly used as an artistic medium with significant narrative potential. In this context, players also need to confront with the representation of aspects of the Self, moving and interacting within video games’ parallel worlds. How these aspects are represented in media can be an important influence on a psychological, cultural and social level. Gender representation can be argued to be almost universal in media and reflects real-world beliefs and attitudes. Despite areas of progress, videogames often feature sexist, prejudiced or biased representations of men and women, both from an aesthetical and narrative point of view. This contribution will discuss the role of gender representation in videogames, aiming to summarize the main features and specificities of different portrayals. Specifically, men characters were over represented compared to women characters as a lead both in the narrative and in promotional material, although recent improvements were observed. Portrayals of womenappeared to feature lean-ideal body idealization, sexualization, objectification, as well as reduced agency. Moreover, portrayals of men appeared to feature muscular-ideal body idealization, restrictive emotionality, and the overuse of aggressiveness and assertiveness. These restrictive representations can have harmful consequences in the users’ reality, such as fostering sexist attitudes and beliefs, promoting restrictive gender roles and ideals of appearance, as well as increasing tolerance of violent behaviors. This analysis suggests that reducing stereotypical and sexist representations, promoting diverse and nuanced representations, and efforts for critical engagement with media portrayals may help reduce these negative effects.

Comparative study of pre- and postauricular flaps for external auditory canal defect reconstruction

BackgroundMalignancies involving the external auditory canal deserve critical evaluation due to this area's aesthetic and functional importance. Flaps can be very useful for the restoration of the external auditory canal. A variety of flaps available for the surgical treatment of external acoustic meatus defects exist, depending on the precise location and size. ObjectivesOur study aimed to compare aesthetic and functional results in the postoncological reconstruction of external auditory canal defects using a preauricular flap and postauricular revolving door flap. MethodsSixteen patients treated at our plastic surgery unit for defects involving the external auditory canal between January 2014 and December 2020 were included in the study. All defects were the result of a primary or secondary skin cancer excision. Patients were divided into two groups, one receiving the preauricular flap technique and the other the postauricular revolving door flap technique. ResultsThree separate visual analog scales reported excellent scores for the two procedures, though the postauricular revolving door flap had slightly better results. Both preauricular flap and postauricular revolving door flap reconstructive techniques showed good options for external auditory canal reconstruction in postexcision skin cancer patients. From an aesthetic point of view, the revolving door flap appeared to be a more elegant surgical approach in this type of reconstruction because the scar was hidden in the postauricular sulcus. ConclusionsReconstruction with a postauricular revolving door flap allowed for a more natural movement with no external pedicle. Evidence-Based Medicine (EBM) LevelIV

The circular insanity of philosophy: an aesthetic vision

A long tradition, whose echo is still perceptible in some contemporary reflections, combines philosophy and melancholy, often indentifying melancholy as the beginning of philosophy. But rereading the Freud’s Mourning and Melancholia, the «circular insanity» shows two sides, depressive and maniac. Once the double nature of the «circular insanity» has been taken into consideration, it can be reiterated that melancholy is connected to philosophy not only with regard of its beginning but also to its (temporary) end, approached through Wittgenstein's reflection on the miracle and the mystical as the extinction of the philosophical question. In this perspective, the whole cycle of philosophy, from its depressive beginning to its maniacal outcome, undergoes an aesthetic consideration, in which what is more important is the how of experience rather than its what. Finally, the aesthetic point of view on the connection between melancholy and philosophy makes it possible to reconsider the very status of that research that presents itself as 'love of knowledge'.

Budaya Seiri, Seiton, Seiso, Seiketsu, dan Shitsuke di Industri Kecil Menengah Kerupuk Azizah

This community service activity was carried out by designing a cabinet for finished products and handing over the cabinet to a small and medium industry producing various types of crackers, namely IKM Kerupuk Azizah. IKM Kerupuk Azizah used open shelves to store packaged finished products. This practice was unhygienic and risky. Animals like rats and insects ate and damaged the materials and products. In addition, the warehouse needed to look more tidy. Moreover, from an aesthetic point of view, it was unattractive. A storage cabinet was designed to solve this problem. In designing the cabinet, available space, the number of piles of finished products, and the dimensions of the packaged finished products were considered. The results showed that, with a storage cabinet for finished products, IKM Kerupuk Azizah improved products’ quality and hygiene so that consumers would have more confidence in purchasing the products. In addition, IKM Kerupuk Azizah also applied the Seiri, Seiton, Seiso, Seiketsu, and Shitsuke (5S) principles in their work environment to create a clean, healthy, and comfortable workplace.

From Running to Cross-Country Skiing and Beyond – Can Sport Count as a Pre-Eminently Aesthetic Activity?

ABSTRACT The article explores the realm of sport from an aesthetic point of view. Making a sustained physical effort regularly may have a positive impact on our psycho-somatic being and can sustain our health and well-being. But what exactly is this aesthetic component in sport and is it possible that this aesthetic component prevails over other components when it comes to individual sport? Moreover, is this aesthetic component complex in its nature or can it be reduced to some unique underlying principle? These are the main philosophical questions that this article strives to answer by exploring the aesthetic experience proper to sport. Abandoning the much-acclaimed perspective of the spectator (which consists of seeing sport as a spectacle or drama to be enjoyed and judged from a distance) entails that the aesthetic in sport has to be studied from the perspective of an active and individual participator. Ultimately, the article makes the claim that sport is both a way of interacting with one’s environment and a way of aesthetic self-fulfilment which allows the individual to lead a meaningful life rich in aesthetic experiences and events.

The effect of using bentonite in the production of ceramic glaze (Crawling)

The current research deals with an experimental study in the Crawling Glaze technique under the low temperature range (980) degrees Celsius, where a local bentonite clay was used as a catalyst to achieve the effect of Crawling on the ceramic surface, and white clay (Akashat) was chosen as a body for the application by adding non-plastic materials such as silicic sand and grog, as well as kneading (burnishing) the ceramic surface to be ready for this technique, a homemade alkali glaze was used to achieve (crawling glaze) with aesthetic dimensions of artistic specificity in this experiment, and with these capabilities and local materials, the goal was achieved. Adding (18%) of bentonite to show the best results from the technical and aesthetic point of view, and the research has achieved results that were similar to the Crawling glaze in the other developed countries in the world.

"Fear and pity: about the tragedy’s resurrection in the post-pandemic era"

"The present article aims to discuss two theatre adaptations of the ancient tragedy as they were interpreted by the British director and playwright Robert Icke: Oresteia and Oedipus. Introduced in the Romanian theatre landscape by Andrei Șerban, who staged Oedipus at the Hungarian State Theatre of Cluj, Icke proves to be one of the most interesting recent dramaturgical discoveries. I have chosen to discuss the two plays in relation with the practitioners’ option to rethink the tragedy for nowadays audiences. In the context of pandemic and of the war so close to the Romanian borders, the tragedy finds inevitable connections with the contemporary spectators. It ends up being perceived on a deeper emotional level, rather than an intellectual one. This leads us to conclude that we are witnessing a new stage of the rebirth of the tragedy as a genre, from an aesthetic and cultural point of view."

Plastic’s mark: A didactic strategy about ecology based on photography, printing and projections

The predominance of plastic is without doubt a major problem in today’s society. In order to create environmental awareness, it is necessary to teach critical reflection about its propagation to counteract its ecological consequences. This article proposes a revision of the use of plastic in contemporary art as an aesthetic material and as a creator of social and cultural knowledge in order to question its use in current arts education. An arts-based educational project is presented that hopes to sensitize students in the school of education about the predominance of plastic in today’s society and its mark on the environment. The main objective of this educational proposal is to make students work with plastic from an aesthetic viewpoint and artistically materialize their mark on the world using photography, engraving and projections. Through arts-based educational research, different student productions are analysed to create visual discourses that aesthetically express awareness of plastic’s predominance.

The Life and Legacy of Danijela Kulezic-Wilson

The Life and Legacy of Danijela Kulezic-Wilson

이현화의 희곡 <카덴자>와 <오스트라키스모스>에 나타난 헤테로토피아적 공간성

This study postulated the theatrical space presented in Lee Hyun-hwa’s plays―<Cadenza>(1978) and <Ostrakismos>(1979), which were the analysis subjects, for the heterotopic space that overlaps incompatible places in an actual place and investigated it with a focus on the play space and the event place. From a theatrical aesthetic point of view, <Cadenza> erases the boundary between the stage space and the auditorium space and mixes the historical past, theatrical situation, and the reality of performance. Though <Ostrakismos> released the following year was not brought onto the stage, it advanced the spatial experiment of <Cadenza> and showed a theatrical strategy for the performance embracing the entire theater space.
 As a female audience is dragged out into a theatrical situation in <Cadenza>, the audience experiences a contradictory situation due to whether the event on the stage space should be treated at an aesthetic distance or they should intervene in the theatrical event with ethical and moral judgment. In this situation, the audience experiences the boundary between the play and reality. As a result, the context of <Cadenza> can be connected to not only the theatrical situation but also to a “social situation.” Meanwhile, <Ostrakismos> is a play planned to let the audience move around the theater building, which may be Lee’s attempt to allow the audience to occupy various spots of the space and play a specific role in the play, while trying to understand the relative perspective. In this way, <Cadenza> and <Ostrakismos> can be said to induce new and reflective thoughts on the recognition and perception of reality by providing a place for audiences to experience theatrical events through heterotopic extensity that crosses the boundary between daily and non-daily as breaking down the stage and auditorium space.

Squamous Cell Carcinoma: Excision and Reconstruction with the H-Shaped Flap: About a Case in an Albino

Squamous cell carcinomas are favored by repeated sun exposure, especially in fair-skinned people who easily get sunburned. There are also genetic diseases including albinism which can promote their appearance early in life and multiple forms. We report the first observation of frontal squamous cell carcinoma with resection and reconstruction using the H-shaped flap in an albino (in Mali). Oculo -cutaneous albinism consulted for a frontal ulceration evolving for 3 years. The initial lesion was an erythematous macula which progressively evolved into a dragging ulceration. She had been treated with three sessions of cryotherapy (liquid nitrogen) without success. Physical examination found a slightly crusty ulceration, circumscribed (2 x 1.6 cm), painful and non-itchy. Otherwise the rest of the clinical examination was normal. A biopsy for pathological examination was performed. The diagnosis of invasive squamous cell carcinoma was confirmed. Surgical treatment was performed (resection and reconstruction with the H-shaped flap) with simple postoperative course and satisfactory results from an aesthetic point of view.

Infants With Trigonocephaly Treated With Fronto-Orbital Remodelling and Endocortical Positioning of Resorbable Plates-A Retrospective Cohort Study Including 101 Patients.

Fronto-orbital remodeling is the gold standard for surgical treatment of metopic synostosis in many craniofacial centers. For fixation, resorbable materials are widely used. Because of swelling during resorption, the positioning of the plates can be relevant. Therefore, the goal of this study was to investigate whether there are limitations to endocortical positioning of resorbable plates. In this retrospective study, all patients with metopic craniosynostosis resulting in trigonocephaly, who were treated with a standardized fronto-orbital remodeling and endocortical positioning of resorbable plates, between February 2012 and December 2019 were included. The endpoint of this study was the postoperative complications that can be attributed to the material used. A total of 101 patients, who were treated at our unit, could be included with a male predominance, 81 (80.2%) boys versus 20 (19.8%) girls. Surgery was performed at a median age of 9 months (±2.56). No complications were seen related to resorbable plates. All patients of our study population were categorized as Whitaker classification I and II. This study shows that the risk level in using endocortical resorbable plates positioned on the inner surface of the bone is low. From an aesthetic point of view, we could not detect any disadvantage.

From Geotourism and Geoeducation, to Geoheritage: the Value of Tangible and Intangible Heritage

This research aimed to explore the emerging challenges and the rapid evolution of awareness of the value of the geo-heritage of one’s territory; particularly how this can evolve both in a value for geotourism and in effective educational paths. An attempt has been made to demonstrate, through a few examples, that the construction of a sensitivity towards a tourism attentive to geological and geomorphological values, important because it leads to greater attention to the sites, their conservation and protection and ultimately to respect for the environment, requires, for their effective valorization, scientific knowledge, albeit at different levels of depth, of what is observed, of what is protected, and above all of what natural phenomena are the result. It is easy to appreciate, observe, photograph, and keep the memory of a beautiful mountain, a landscape, or a particularly original geological or geomorphological aspect, often identifiable with a geosite. It is less easy to recognize that the same value for the purposes of geoconservation, and therefore of valorization, can be attributed to phenomena, perhaps less beautiful from an aesthetic and environmental point of view, with a lower visual impact, significant both from a geological point of view, but even more historical, cultural, anthropic, revealing unexpected connections and transversal cultural and intangible values between different cultural areas. These sites, places, contexts can have a profound impact on human sensitivity and perception, transforming a geological place into a place of cultures, a geo-site into a geoheritage-site. This research has tried to deepen this aspect, proposing some cases, situated in an author’s known context, and particularly appreciated by the author, precisely because of the wealth of stimuli they can provide to the interested tourist, but also to the student to whom we wish to convey the perception of richness and depth of an environmental context, rich in scientific contents but also in cultural values.

Aesthetic Research of Dunhuang Intangible Cultural Heritage

The paper mainly analyzes the origin of Dunhuang music and its culture from the three aspects of geography, history and humanity, so as to explore the aesthetic style of Dunhuang opera. Then from the research subject matter and singing opera to explore the "vulgar" beauty. The third part is the true interpretation of Dunhuang opera. Combined with the investigation data, the paper analyzes the "spontaneous" self-music class of Dunhuang opera, the role interpretation and the aesthetic characteristics of "simple refinement" and "both form and spirit". Finally, the inheritance and protection of Dunhuang opera from the perspective of aesthetics, and from the current environment of Dunhuang opera, puts forward relevant strategies for its inheritance and protection from the perspective of aesthetics. The conclusion section summarizes the key points of each chapter and makes a summary, believing that Dunhuang opera is a valuable intangible cultural heritage left to us by history. At the same time, it is also the folk art with local artistic characteristics and aesthetic characteristics created by the local people in the long-term working life. It is necessary for local governments to strengthen the publicity of Dunhuang tunes and opera, and promote the development and innovation of Dunhuang tunes and opera, so that more young forces can participate in the protection and inheritance of Dunhuang tunes and opera At present, the research on Dunhuang opera is more focused on inheritance and protection, and the aesthetic research is more important.For the sake of lack, although few periodical papers have studied Dunhuang opera from the aesthetic point of view, they have not been studied.A systematic study of formation. From the perspective of aesthetics, this paper makes a study on the essential and artistic characteristics of Dunhuang Opera.Interpretation and analysis of its aesthetic connotation, so that the public can have a new understanding of Dunhuang Opera and a deeper understanding of Dunhuang OperaInto the understanding. From the point of view of aesthetic culture, the author hopes to put forward some suggestions on the inheritance and inheritance of Dunhuang opera. The feasibility suggestion of protection, and give certain reference value to promote the music research of Dunhuang opera.It is also helpful to the construction of music aesthetics.