Influence Of External Factors Research Articles

Flexural performance of reinforced concrete beams repaired with BFRP grid-TSUHDC

Due to the influence of time, load, and external environmental factors, many reinforced concrete beams have been damaged and require repair. Tailings are waste generated during mineral production, resulting in substantial environmental pollution and economic losses due to the excessive generation of tailings and low comprehensive utilization. In the UHDC, tailings replaced quartz sand, while BFRP grids itself is an environmentally friendly material. Two repair methods were evaluated in this study, Tailings Sand Ultra-High Ductile Concrete (TSUHDC) and Basalt Fiber Reinforced Polymer (BFRP) grid-TSUHDC, grounded in the principles of green and sustainable development. Five reinforced concrete beam specimens were designed and fabricated for bending performance tests and finite element simulations. The effects of different repair methods and levels of damage on the flexural performance of reinforced concrete beams were investigated. The results reveal that, compared to untreated reinforced concrete beams, both TSUHDC and BFRP grid-TSUHDC repair methods enhanced bending load-bearing capacity. However, the stiffness of specimens repaired with TSUHDC decreased when subjected to 80 % of the pre-applied failure load. When the pre-applied failure load is less than 80 %, the recommended repair approach is the use of TSUHDC for repair. For cases where the pre-applied failure load exceeds 80 %, BFRP grid-TSUHDC is the preferable option. The flexural bearing capacity formula for this type of repair method was derived by improving existing formulas, yielding prediction results in close alignment with the experimental results.

Trade and economic cooperation of the EAEU: state, dynamics, ensuring national security

The relevance of the study lies in the fact that in the context of international political and economic tensions, the role of regional integration is more important than ever. Despite the fact that the EAEU is one of the youngest integration associations in the world, the history of its existence testifies to the importance for both participating countries and third countries and the global economy, as well as conducting joint policies in various spheres of international relations. The article provides an analysis of trade and economic cooperation between the EAEU countries from the point of view of studying the history and causes of its appearance, the current state and development prospects. The current state and features of trade and economic cooperation between the EAEU countries, the main macroeconomic and trade and economic indicators of the EAEU member states are considered. It is shown that since the creation of the EAEU in 2015, measures have been taken and successfully implemented aimed at identifying and gradually eliminating factors hindering the development of integration processes. With the help of the created strategies for the development of the grouping, supranational bodies strive to minimize the influence of internal and external factors on the growth of the economies of the member countries of the union. The EAEU has significant economic and trade, as well as investment potential. According to the authors, it is important for the EAEU countries and the association as a whole to more actively implement measures aimed at maintaining the economic security of the association and the participating countries, which requires new unified approaches to training at the country and regional levels.

Laser-Tracing Multi-Station Measurements in a Non-Uniform-Temperature Field

Due to the increasing requirements for the improvement of the accuracy of large coordinate-measuring machines (CMMs), the laser-tracing multi-station measurement technology, as one of the advanced precision measurement technologies, is worth studying in depth in terms of its practical application for the compensation of errors in large CMMs. Since it is difficult to maintain a constant temperature of about 20 °C in the actual workshop under the influence of solar radiation and convective heat transfer, there is a gradient in the spatial temperature distribution, and the overall temperature changes with the influence of external factors with synchronous hysteresis, it is difficult for the actual calibration environment to meet the standard environmental requirements. Therefore, the influence of temperature and other environmental factors on the accuracy of laser ranging and large-scale CMM calibration should not be ignored. In this paper, on the basis of analyzing the temperature distribution and change rule of large CMM measurement space under different working conditions, the radial basis function (RBF) neural network algorithm was used to build a non-uniform-temperature field model, and based on this model and the measurement principle of the laser-tracking instrument, the method of laser tracking and interferometric ranging accuracy enhancement was put forward under a non-uniform-temperature field. Finally, based on the multi-station technique of laser tracing, an accurate solution for the volumetric error of large CMMs under the condition of non −20 °C ambient temperature was realized. Simulation results proved that compared with the traditional temperature-compensation method, the proposed method improved the measurement accuracy of the volumetric error of a large-scale CMM using laser-tracing multi-station technology in a non-uniform-temperature field by 33.5%. This study provides a new approach for improving the accuracy of laser-tracer multi-station measurement systems.

Стратегическое планирование в птицеводстве

The article notes that nowadays strategic planning has taken its weighty place among management functions. Taking into account modern requirements, according to the quality management system, it is advisable to develop and introduce into practice a complex mechanism of enterprise activity management, including a set of economic, motivational, organizational and legal ways of purposeful interaction of economic subjects for the realization of enterprise potential to ensure its sustainable economic, financial and innovative development. The stages of development strategy of poultry enterprises on the example of a specific enterprise in Krasnodar Krai are described, three possible alternative scenario approaches of strategic development are proposed: pessimistic, traditional and optimistic, taking into account the influence of external and internal factors on the development of the enterprise at the present stage.

The Influence of Internal and External Factors on Growth Profits

This study aims to determine the influence of internal and external factors on the profit growth of food and beverage companies listed on the Indonesian Stock Exchange in 2022. Internal factors are represented by the debt to equity ratio and current ratio and external factors are represented by inflation and interest rates. The population of this research is 44 companies and the research sample is 22 companies using purposive sampling technique. Data collection techniques are through documentation techniques by downloading financial reports via idx.co.id and the company website. Data analysis used descriptive statistical tests, classical assumption tests, multiple linear regression tests, coefficient of determination tests, t tests and f tests. The research results prove that partially the debt to equity ratio and inflation have a significant negative effect on growth, while the current ratio and interest rates have no effect on profit growth. Simultaneously the debt to equity ratio, current ratio, inflation and interest rates influence profit growth Keywords: Debt to Equity Ratio, Current Ratio, Inflation, Interest Rate, Profit Growth

The Influence of Internal and External Factors on the Stock Price of Property & Real Estate Companies

The Influence of Internal and External Factors on the Stock Price of Property & Real Estate Companies

Дошкольник и региональная культура: социальный заказ

The article examines topical issues of sociocultural education of older preschool children, their essence, and the necessity of their solution. The author specifies the concept of regional culture in relation to the education of older preschool children, analyzes the specifics of familiarization with regional culture and the formation of sociocultural competence of children of the designated age. In the course of the study, the works of scientists and practicing teachers studying the problems, ways and prospects of socio-cultural education of senior preschool children, as well as the results of the influence of both external and internal factors on the process of education in a preschool educational institution were studied. Depending on the degree of the child’s activity, types of his interaction with regional culture are emphasized. Key objectives for involving older preschool children in regional culture are identified within the research framework, aiming to enhance their socio-cultural development and integration into regional contexts.

Parking Lot Traffic Prediction Based on Fusion of Multifaceted Spatio-Temporal Features

With the rapid growth of population and vehicles, issues such as traffic congestion are becoming increasingly apparent. Parking guidance and information (PGI) systems are becoming more critical, with one of the most important tasks being the prediction of traffic flow in parking lots. Predicting parking traffic can effectively improve parking efficiency and alleviate traffic congestion, traffic accidents, and other problems. However, due to the complex characteristics of parking spatio-temporal data, high levels of noise, and the intricate influence of external factors, there are three challenges to predicting parking traffic in a city effectively: (1) how to better model the nonlinear, asymmetric, and complex spatial relationships among parking lots; (2) how to model the temporal autocorrelation of parking flow more accurately for each parking lot, whether periodic or aperiodic; and (3) how to model the correlation between external influences, such as holiday weekends, POIs (points of interest), and weather factors. In this context, this paper proposes a parking lot traffic prediction model based on the fusion of multifaceted spatio-temporal features (MFF-STGCN). The model consists of a feature embedding module, a spatio-temporal attention mechanism module, and a spatio-temporal convolution module. The feature embedding module embeds external features such as weekend holidays, geographic POIs, and weather features into the time series, the spatio-temporal attention mechanism module captures the dynamic spatio-temporal correlation of parking traffic, and the spatio-temporal convolution module captures the spatio-temporal features by using graph convolution and gated recursion units. Finally, the outputs of adjacent time series, daily series, and weekly series are weighted and fused to obtain the final prediction results, thus predicting the parking lot traffic flow more accurately and effectively. Results on real datasets demonstrate that the proposed model enhances prediction performance.

Students’ acceptance of e-learning: extending the technology acceptance model with self-regulated learning and affinity for technology

The present study examines university students’ acceptance of e-learning according to the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM). We also investigate the influence of external factors, including self-efficacy with digital media, self-regulated learning, prior experience, and affinity for technology, to extend the model with valid individual factors. Structural equation modeling with maximum-likelihood estimation served to evaluate the proposed research model, which included online questionnaire data from N = 225 undergraduates studying various subjects in 53 universities. The results indicate that the TAM is replicable regarding e-learning for German-speaking university students. Additionally, we found self-regulated learning and affinity for technology to be significantly positively related to the two main components of the TAM, perceived ease of use and perceived usefulness, implying their importance in technology acceptance. However, self-efficacy with digital media and prior experience showed no significant impact on university students’ technology acceptance. We also found a significant positive relationship between attitudes toward e-learning and behavioral intention, showing that university students with positive attitudes are more willing to use it in the future. Therefore, higher education should consider students’ individual prerequisites for e-learning and support students during the use of e-learning environments, to promote the development of positive experiences and attitudes toward e-learning.

Corporate social responsibility on worker turnover rate and worker turnover cost: the role of symbolic image dimensions and the unemployment rate

Purpose This study aims to examine the relationship between corporate social responsibility (CSR) and worker turnover rate (WTR) and worker turnover cost (WTC) in Vietnamese garment companies, using the mediating role of symbolic image dimensions (SID) of employer image and the moderating role of unemployment rate. Design/methodology/approach This study uses Signaling Theory and Job Embeddedness Theory as theoretical frameworks to examine the mediating role of SID and the moderating role of the unemployment rate on the link between CSR and WTR, as well as the associated cost. Data from 119 Vietnamese garment companies are analyzed using structural equation modeling – AMOS software. Findings The findings suggest that CSR has a direct adverse effect on the WTR and an indirect effect on WTC through WTR. The results also indicate a direct relationship between the level of CSR adopted by companies and workers’ perception of the symbolic attributes of their company’s employer image as sincere, innovative, competent and prestigious. This, in turn, leads to a reduced rate of worker turnover. In addition, this study discovers the moderating influence of the region’s unemployment rate on the correlation between companies’ CSR and WTR. Practical implications The results indicate that companies should view CSR as a strategic tool to obtain better performance by achieving a win-win state of affairs with their workers. It also implies the influence of external economic factors on the relationship between CSR and worker turnover. Originality/value This study contributes to the literature by highlighting the economic benefits of CSR and the SID.

To the problem of the shielding systems efficiency in constructions of extra-high voltage electrical apparatus

In the article, the authors proposed a method for estimating the electric load parameters to calculate the distribution of the electric field strength of the solid insulating structure of gas-filled high-voltage devices with axial symmetry. This structure consists of a support and insulating busbar filled with SF6 gas as an internal insulating medium. This technique allows to evaluate the parameters of the electrical load (voltage and field strength) depen-ding on the design features of the device and the shielding system used to equalize the electric field. The proposed methodology allows to evaluate the effectiveness of the influence of design parameters of the protection system for gas-filled high-voltage equipment (instrument transformers, arresters, surge arresters, etc.) when designing and improving individual design solutions. The calculation results are in good agreement with the data of experimental studies and statistical information obtained as a result of monitoring the operation of insulating structures, taking into account actual operating conditions and the influence of external factors. The implementation of this technique allows us to take into account the influence of external factors and operational characteristics inherent in instrument transformers and surge suppressors. In the proposed methodology, as an example, we consider a supporting insulating coating that is in operation under the most unfavorable conditions, such as external pollution, moisture and their combination, overvoltage of various origins, etc. The theoretical conclusions are confirmed by the results of calculations using the example of the support-insulating cover of the surge suppressor of the OПН-500 series. A more accurate determination of the effectiveness of the proposed methodology for predicting the field strength distribution parameters under the influence of a shielding system can be achieved by conducting an additional series of calculations and experimental tests of specific insulating structures. Thus, it was concluded that the obtained results can be used to evaluate the external insulation characteristics of both surge suppressors and gas-filled instrument transformers, as well as similar high-voltage equipment of switchgears and transformer substations in conditions of ultra- and transformer substations ultra-high voltages

Constructivism Effects of the Project Planning Discourses Used in the Maasai Pastoral Community

In literature, the Maasai community has been identified as the dominating ethnic group among the multiple pastoral communities in Tanzania. The Maasai socio-cultural practice is under external pressure in meaning negotiation and interpretation. The literature identifies globalization and modernity elements as the most influential external factors. Furthermore, project planning is considered as inseparable from globalization and modernity elements as all are focused on social change processes. Different literatures consider discourses as the core of the change process, and that pastoral development projects are associated with discursive practices through its communicative dimensions that entail social interactions whereby discourses are produced, distributed, and consumed. Although studies in development projects are fundamental in understanding discursive practices of such projects, this paper found a very limited body of knowledge on discursive practices in development planning specifically in the Maasai community. Therefore, this paper uses Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA) to underscore constructive effects of the used discourses in project documents targeted to the Maasai community on its wider socio-cultural context. This paper employed Fairclough three dimensional model of CDA as its underpinning theoretical and methodological approach. This model guided analyses of the data retrieved from eight (8) project strategic documents that were targeted to the Maasai community. Analyses involved three analytical levels which are textual analysis, discursive practices analysis and socio-cultural practices analysis level as depicted in the used model. Analysis was eclectic in nature as it involved forth and back analyses between the three levels, whereby the first two levels informs socio-cultural constructivism effects of the used discourses. Generally, the study revealed construction of Maasai’s identity, social relations and varying ideologies as the major three categories of constructivism effects of the underscored project planning discourses in the Maasai community. Furthermore this paper found devastating misconceptions and domination of negative portrayals of the Maasai community within the analyzed documents. Finally this paper recommends radical shift on the conveyed meanings and misrepresentation of the indigenous communities specifically the Maasai community in the global and national strategic and developmental process or frameworks.

Risk factors for diminished ovarian reserve in women: Current state of the problem

Ovarian reserve is the basis of female fertility. The main markers of ovarian reserve are the level of anti-Mullerian hormone and the number of antral follicles. In addition to the natural age-related loss of follicles, many women experience a premature diminished ovarian reserve associated with a number of factors. This can be caused by both various diseases and environmental factors, lifestyle, and social aspects.The aim of this review was to examine the influence of external factors on the ovarian reserve and women fertility. A systematic analysis of data from modern scientific literature, domestic and foreign sources was carried out. The search involved such resources as PubMed, MEDLINE, Science Direct, eLibrary, Scopus, Cyberleninka. A detailed analysis of the influence of environmental pollution, lifestyle (sleep, nutrition, physical activity), previous surgeries, bad habits, obesity, psychological and social factors on the ovarian reserve and reproductive function of women was carried out. Significantly diminished ovarian reserve was noted with low sleep quality, excessive physical activity, and an unbalanced diet poor with animal proteins. Regular consumption of alcohol, smoking and exposure to certain chemical environmental pollutants cause premature follicle apoptosis and the onset of menopause. Circadian dysrhythmia, chronic stress and obesity can lead to the ovarian menstrual cycle disorders and the development of infertility in women. Previous parovarium surgeries are a significant risk factor for diminished ovarian reserve. Further population-based studies are needed to determine the precise mechanisms of influence of various factors on female fertility.

Exploring The Effect Of Reading Intensity In Mediating The Influence Of Classical Reading And Listening Strategies And Self-Intelligence On Al- Qur’an Reading Ability In Junior High School: PLS SEM Analysis

This research aims to explore the role of reading intensity in mediating the influence of classical strategies and self-intelligence on the ability to read the Al-Qur'an. The method used in this research is purposive sampling with a random sampling method. The samples taken were 103 students at Madrasah Diniyah SMP PGRI Selur. Data collection in this research used a questionnaire in the form of a Likert scale with 4 alternative answers. Analysis in this research used PLS-SEM which aims to analyze data and test contextual models. From the results of the analysis, classical strategies do not have a significant effect on the reading intensity and ability to read the Al-Qur'an of students. From the results of this research, it was found that the dominant item determining the improvement in students' Al-Qur'an reading ability was self-awareness of 88.90%. So based on the results, reading intensity really mediates the influence of self-intelligence on the ability to read the Al-Qur'an and does not mediate classical strategies on the ability to read the Al-Qur'an. This research provides an illustration of how students' ability to read the Al-Qur'an can increase through their own intelligence and is also influenced by the level of intensity of reading it. Thus, this research can provide an in-depth picture of the influence of internal and external factors that can influence the level of success in improving the ability to read the Al-Qur'an in each student.

Determination of Teacher Performance in Improving Education Quality in the Pandemic Era

Determining Teacher Performance to Improve the Quality of Education in the Pandemic Era. The problem that is used as the object of research is teacher performance which is seen to have decreased due to the change in the learning system from offline to online. This can cause the quality of education to decline. This research aims to analyze: 1). The Influence of Internal Factors on Teacher Performance. 2). The influence of internal factors on the quality of education. 3). The influence of external factors on teacher performance. 4). The influence of external factors on the quality of education. 5). The influence of teacher performance on the quality of education. 6). The influence of internal factors on the quality of education is mediated by teacher performance. 7). The influence of external factors on the quality of education is mediated by teacher performance. The data collection technique was using a questionnaire given to 85 respondents (teachers) from 3 schools, namely SMA Al Adzkar, SM AI Sinar Cendikia and Sekolah Alam Bintaro. The hypothesis used is Smart PLS ( Partial Least Square ). The research results show that: 1). The statistical value of internal factors on performance is 3.116 with a p value of 0.00 2 and a p value of less than 0.05, so it has a positive effect on teacher performance. 2). The statistical t value of internal factors on the quality of education is 3.277, the p value is 0.001 and the p value is more than 0.05, then positive influence on the quality of education. 3). The statistical t value of external factors on teacher performance is 2.561 with a p value of 0.011 or less than 0.05, so it has a positive effect on teacher performance. 4). The statistical value of external factors on the quality of education is 3.920 with a p value of 0.000 or a p value of more than 0.05, so it has a positive effect on the quality of education. 5). The statistical t value of teacher performance on the quality of education is equal to a p value of 0.022, so teacher performance has a positive effect on the quality of education. 6). The VAF value is 0.598, this shows that teacher performance is a partial mediator in the relationship between internal factors and the quality of education. 7). The VAF value is 0.631, this shows that teacher performance is a partial mediator in the relationship between external factors and the quality of education. The research conclusion is that, 1). There is a positive and significant influence of f actors internal on teacher performance. 2). There is a positive and significant influence of internal factors on the quality of education. 3). There is positive and significant influence external factors on teacher performance. 4) There is a positive and significant influence external factors on the quality of education. 5). There is a positive and significant influence on teacher performance to quality of education. 6) There is a positive and significant influence between internal factors on the quality of education with teacher performance as mediation. 7). There is a positive and significant influence between external factors on the quality of education and teacher performance as mediation.

Assessment of the Index of the Influence of External Factors on the Sales Activity of An Enterprise in the Information Society

Assessment of the Index of the Influence of External Factors on the Sales Activity of An Enterprise in the Information Society

How is tailored implementation undertaken using a self-guided toolkit? Qualitative study of the ItFits-toolkit in the ImpleMentAll project

BackgroundThe process of tailored implementation is ill-defined and under-explored. The ItFits-toolkit was developed and subsequently tested as a self-guided online platform to facilitate implementation of tailored strategies for internet-based cognitive behavioural therapy (iCBT) services. In ImpleMentAll, ItFits-toolkit had a small but positive effect on the primary outcome of iCBT normalisation. This paper investigates, from a qualitative perspective, how implementation teams developed and undertook tailored implementation using the toolkit within the trial.MethodsImplementation teams in thirteen sites from nine countries (Europe and Australia) used the ItFits-toolkit for six months minimum, consistent with the trial protocol. A qualitative process evaluation was conducted. Descriptive data regarding goals, barriers, strategies, and implementation plans collected within the toolkit informed qualitative data collection in real time. Qualitative data included remote longitudinal interviews (n = 55) with implementation team members (n = 30) and observations of support calls (n = 19) with study sites. Qualitative data were analysed thematically, using a team-based approach.ResultsImplementation teams developed and executed tailored implementation projects across all steps in the toolkit process. Working in a structured way but with room for flexibility, decisions were shaped by team members’ ideas and goals, iterative stakeholder engagement, internal and external influences, and the context of the ImpleMentAll project. Although teams reported some positive impacts of their projects, ‘time’, both for undertaking the work, and for seeing project impacts, was described as a key factor in decisions about implementation strategies and assessments of success.ConclusionThis study responds directly to McHugh et al.’s (2022) call for empirical description of what implementation tailoring looks like in action, in service settings. Self-guided facilitation of tailored implementation enables implementers in service settings to undertake tailoring within their organisations. Implementation tailoring takes considerable time and involves detailed work but can be supported through the provision of implementation science informed guidance and materials, iterative and ongoing stakeholder engagement, and working reflectively in response to external influencing factors. Directions for advancement of tailored implementation are suggested.

Exploring the determinants of fashion clothing rental consumption among young Indians using the extended theory of reasoned action

Purpose This study aims to explore the influence of external factors and the characteristics of young Indian consumers on their behavioral intention toward fashion clothing rental (FCR), using the theory of reasoned action (TRA) as a theoretical framework. Design/methodology/approach This study used quantitative research methods, collecting data from 396 Indian participants, and tested the proposed hypotheses using PLS-structural equation modeling. Findings The results indicated that young Indian consumers' favorable attitudes toward FCR are mainly driven by perceived usefulness, novelty-seeking, fashion orientation, narcissism and environmental consciousness. These drivers, together with subjective norms, further lead to their intention to rent fashion clothing. This study also found that perceived risk has a negative impact on consumers' attitudes toward FCR, but minimalism does not significantly affect consumer attitudes. Originality/value By integrating additional constructs into traditional TRA, this study contributes to existing literature and provides insight for fashion retailers on the role of consumer characteristics in the adoption of FCR in emerging markets.

Evaluation of Terpene Decomposition in Kaffir Lime Juice during Storage Using Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry and Proton Transfer Reaction-Mass Spectrometry.

Kaffir lime juice, often treated as production waste, can be a good source of terpenes. These compounds undergo various decomposition processes under the influence of external factors, especially during transportation and storage. In this paper, it was possible to monitor changes in the terpene profile of kaffir lime juice under different storage conditions, namely, 4 °C, 20 °C, and 35 °C. The identification of key decomposition products was achieved using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) and a data mining protocol. It was followed by tracing those products in different storage conditions using a high-throughput proton transfer reaction mass spectrometry (PTR-MS) approach. Based on our findings, degradation pathways were presented, showing that the main products resulting from storage are p-cymene, p-cymenene, terpinene-4-ol, and α-terpineol. It was shown that conversion to p-cymenene occurs after 5 days of storage. Terpinene-4-ol and α-terpineol were found to be the final products of the conversion at all temperatures. Changes in the composition of terpenes are important from the point of view of their bioactive properties.

Dielectric anisotropy in self-assembling MXene-based lyotropic nematic compounds

The formation of a lyotropic liquid crystal phase at the level of MXene-based aqueous dispersions due to the self-assembling capacity of these two-dimensional (2D) materials has been previously successfully reported. However, the influence of electrical external factors has been less studied in spite of the fact that understanding the electrical behaviour of 2D-based liquid crystal compounds is vital for fostering the development of new innovative applications. Consequently, within this paper, we report an in-depth evaluation of the dielectric properties of liquid crystalline phases in Ti3C2 MXene aqueous dispersions. The dependence on the low voltage of planar ε⊥′ to homeotropic ε∥′ orientational transition is emphasized and discussed, while the influence of the electric field frequency at the level of dielectric anisotropy is assessed in respect to various concentrations of MXene flakes within the same 2D-based compounds. Nonetheless, dielectric spectroscopy highlights the biphasic nature (containing both nematic and isotropic phases) of the studied aqueous Ti3C2 MXene inks visible up to 20% MXene. Above this concentration, the existence of a pure nematic phase in the dispersion of highMXene concentration (>20 wt%) was detected based on the evaluation of dielectric permittivity against various voltage values.