Dimensions Of Infrastructure Research Articles

Assessment and Comparison of Community Resilience to Floods and Tsunamis in Padang, Indonesia

Community disaster resilience is very important for the City of Padang, where floods occur almost every year. The city is also now at the peak of the Sunda Megathrust cycle, which could cause a tsunami in the near future. This study aims to assess and compare community resilience to different types of natural disasters that cause either shocks or stresses. Data were collected through the distribution of questionnaires to 150 respondents and field observations. The analysis employed a quantitative approach to assess community disaster resilience based on indices of social, community capacity, economic, and infrastructure dimensions. The highest values for the social dimension were found in both floods and tsunamis, scoring equally at 0.73, indicating high resilience. In contrast, the lowest values for the economic dimension were observed in floods (0.35) and tsunamis (0.32), indicating low resilience. A significant difference was noted in the community capacity dimension, with a resilience value of 0.50 for floods and 0.34 for tsunamis, indicating moderate and low resilience, respectively. The results of this analysis suggest that the community is more prepared to face floods, as evidenced by higher values in the community capacity and economic dimensions compared to tsunamis. Therefore, interventions to increase community resilience are needed. This study recommends the need for an integrative and comprehensive approach, beyond existing efforts, in increasing community resilience related to floods and tsunamis.

Disrupted sense of place and infrastructure reconstruction after the Great East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami

Recovery after the Great East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami remains contested with often conflicting infrastructure rebuilding and social processes that have unfolded in reconstruction strategies. Previous research points to the need to understand the integration of social and infrastructure dimensions of recovery to inform better planning processes. While place-based approaches have long been central to understanding disasters, there is comparatively less knowledge about the processes of how sense of place is established, or lost, in recovery after being disrupted following a disaster. Using the case of Kesennuma in the prefecture of Miyagi, we examined how these socio-technical processes unfolded. We draw on case study methods, including interviews and focus groups with residents and leaders of jichikai – neighbourhood associations of relocated communities – to understand how infrastructure reconstruction impacted sense of place. We found that infrastructure was a foundation for people's connections that construct sense of place across three scales – the individual, community, and city. To rebuilt sense of place, physical infrastructure needed to consider people's routine, community ties, and city identity after a disaster and it was the role of infrastructure across these scales that determined how disrupted sense of place could be re-established or continue to be disrupted through reconstruction. This work ultimately contributes to understanding how infrastructure can enable recovery and reduce disaster risk by creating more vibrant places within communities.

Technological Capabilities of A Higher Education Institution in Quezon Province: Basis for Organizational Competitiveness Framework

Technological advancement is consistently seen developing and evolving in such a fast phase which consequently brings challenges to a number of key players in the industry including that of the academe and higher education institutions – for which the same are thrusted to deliver quality education. With the ever-increasing development of technology and its integration into an organization’s systems and processes, a decision regarding its implementation and use is a challenge, more so on capabilities and opportunities brought about by these phenomena. One important consideration for a globally competitive higher education provider is technological transformation. This study dwelled on the technological capabilities of a Philippine higher education institution (HEI) located in the province of Quezon. A total of three hundred three (n=303) individuals consented to participate in the study. Furthermore, the imperatives on how higher education institutions can self-develop towards technological capacitation were explored, to support its mission and vision, and continue its delivery of teaching-learning amidst the volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity of the education industry. Specifically, the dimensions of information and communication technology infrastructure, technology adoption, human capital, investment innovation in technology, and innovative technology environment were conceptualized as basic tenets of technological transformation. The impact of these dimensions on organizational competitiveness was measured using partial-least square structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM). The practical implications of this study are to contribute to the theory and practice of technology in education and fill the gaps in the limited literature resources on technology transformation in education, particularly in the province of Quezon. Keywords: technological capability, organizational competitiveness, higher education institution, Quezon province

Electric Vehicle Adoption Barriers in Thailand

Adopting electric vehicles (EVs) is a potential solution to reduce emissions and protect the environment. Although countries encourage people to use EVs to replace gasoline and diesel vehicles, the application of EVs still needs to overcome many barriers, especially in developing countries such as Thailand. This study aims to identify critical barriers that hinder the adoption of EVs not only among EV owners but also among non-EV owners. First, two rounds of the modified Delphi method were used to identify significant barriers through expert opinions. The decision-making trial and evaluation laboratory (DEMATEL) method was then applied to determine their relationship. Among financial, technical, infrastructure, and policy dimensions, industrial experts agree about 14 significant barriers to the adoption of EVs. The results show that the long charging duration, limited driving range, and lack of charging stations are the most critical barriers affecting Thai customers adopting EVs. This study’s findings will help manufacturers and policymakers understand customer requirements and develop appropriate strategies to improve the adoption of EVs.

Sustainability Analysis and Development Strategy for "Embung Pedang" Village Tourism in Kepohkidul Village

Tourism development in East Java is considered appropriate because it will have an impact on the economic activities of village communities. Kepohkidul Village, Kedungadem District, Bojonegoro Regency has a tourist attraction, namely "Embung Pedang". This research aims to find a tourism strategy for Embong Pedang, Kepohkidul Village. The method used is Multidimensional Scaling (MDS) analysis. The research was conducted in Kepohkidul Village, Kedungadem District, Bojonegoro Regency from October to November 2023. The resulting index value shows that each dimension calculated sequentially has various statuses, namely the ecological dimension which is very sustainable, the economic, social and infrastructure dimensions which are still not sustainable, and the institutional dimensions are considered poor or unsustainable. The conclusion is sustainability index are not yet optimal in terms of dimensions, the sustainability of tourism needs to be improved especially in technology adoption to increase tourism in the village of "Embung Pedang".

Creativity development of tourism villages in Bandung Regency, Indonesia: co-creating sustainability and urban resilience

This study aims to explore the interactions between the government, the tourism industry, universities, media, society, and the environment in the management and utilization of tourist villages in Bandung Regency, Indonesia. The research employed a qualitative-explorative method with a case study approach. Research analysis was assisted by the Nvivo 12 Plus qualitative analysis tool. The result's findings show that tourist villages require coordinated efforts from the government, tourism sector, universities, media, local communities, and the environment because in our opinion the environment/nature cannot only be viewed as an object but must rather be aligned with other important sectors in development programs. This connection may at the very least provide a means of enhancing the management of tourism villages and achieving sustainability and resilience. The contribution of this research provides insight into the process of developing creative tourism villages in realizing sustainability and resilience through tourism villages that pay attention to economic, social, infrastructure, and environmental dimensions.

Multidimensionalidade do preço de frete rodoviário de grãos agrícolas: uma abordagem de um modelo de regressão linear múltipla por seleção de variáveis

ABSTRACT: The road system is the main mode used for the transportation of agricultural cargo, and in some cases, it is the only option for handling this type of product. This dependence means that the implementation of tools to support the management of logistical costs can reduce the financial impact with the transport felt by the economic agents operating in the soybean chain. This study contributed to a better understanding of the variables that make up the cost of road freight, generating a system of road freight prediction from a multiple linear regression model using the selection of variables Stepwise, Forward, and Backward elimination. This being said, this research intends to evaluate whether the behavior of soybean road freight is influenced by the variables that make up the productive, economic, and infrastructure dimensions in price formation. The regression models had an explanatory power of 87.20%. In the infrastructure dimension, the most impact variable in soybean road freight was the distance traveled; in the economic dimension, the variables of inflation and fuel price stood out; while in the productive dimension, the main contribution was the volume of production. A more assertive predictability of logistical costs and better understanding of the dynamics of freight price formation helps industry agents in planning and decision-making. Another contribution of this study is that it can be used as a practical tool for predicting soybean road freight on several transportation routes.

ВІДЧУТТЯ МІСЦЯ ЯК ЧИННИК СТІЙКОСТІ ГРОМАДИ МІСТА (ДОСЛІДЖЕННЯ НА ПРИКЛАДІ МІСТА СЛАВУТИЧ, УКРАЇНА)

The importance of the sense of place issue lies in its ability to enhance the community's resilience in addressing current situational and strategic tasks related to the cohesion of residents in the face of natural, social, or military challenges. To achieve a sense of place on a collective level, it is necessary to appeal to the unique and important characteristics of a place for its residents. This includes an authentic spirit and character of place that can influence the cognitive, behavioral, and emotional dimensions of the relationship between people and places. The research goal is to investigate the influence of a sense of place on the development of a cohesive and resilient community, using the city of Slavutych as an example. Despite facing various challenges, the city has consistently demonstrated a strong sense of unity and local patriotism based on past experiences. The community of Slavutych experienced the most recent challenge during the blockade and temporary occupation in March 2022, when the city was able to drive out the russian invaders as a result of a peaceful rally, self-organization of residents, and silent resistance by Chornobyl nuclear power plant workers. This reactive participation led to an active rethinking of local meanings and contexts of sense of place. Using the example of Slavutych city, we demonstrate how two groups of factors of a sense of place (physical features and cognitive and perceptual factors) determine the infrastructural, economic, ecological, institutional, social and competence dimensions of community resilience. Based on the results of a long-term study of the city using methods of observation, surveys, in-depth interviews, and expert analysis, the article emphasizes that community cohesion manifests itself differently in peacetime and during wartime challenges. However, in both cases, it is based on a strong sense of place, solidarity, and the establishment of informal social networks. Clearly understanding the uniqueness and exclusivity of Slavutych as an ideal satellite city of a nuclear power plant, the youngest and most comfortable city in Ukraine, we believe that community cohesion during the war is a typical phenomenon of national scale for all Ukrainian communities.

Comprehensive Analysis of Substation Engineering: Enhancing Power Infrastructure Reliability

Abstract: This review paper navigates the intricate landscape of substation engineering, tracing its historical evolution and unravelling design concepts, innovations, and environmental considerations. Delving into the international dimensions of power infrastructure, the paper emphasizes the significance of cross-border collaborations and knowledge exchange. A forwardlooking approach is proposed, encompassing sustainable practices and workforce development to address contemporary challenges and position substation engineering at the forefront of a resilient and interconnected energy future. This comprehensive exploration aims to contribute not only to academic discourse but also to guide practical advancements in the dynamic field of substation engineering.

An Impact of Migration on Urbanization Trends in Navi Mumbai: A Socio-Economic Perspective

The incessant flow of migration into urban centres has profoundly shaped the landscape of Navi Mumbai, heralding dynamic changes in its socio-economic fabric. This paper endeavours to explore the multifaceted impact of migration on the urbanization trends within Navi Mumbai, adopting a comprehensive socio-economic perspective. Through a nuanced analysis of demographic shifts, employment patterns, and settlement dynamics, this study aims to elucidate the intricate relationship between migration and the burgeoning urban landscape. The research delves into the transformative effects of migration on the socio-economic structure of Navi Mumbai, examining its implications on infrastructure, housing, and socio-cultural dimensions. By employing a mixed-method approach integrating qualitative interviews, quantitative data analysis, and spatial mapping techniques, the study seeks to unravel the intricate interplay between migration flows and urbanization dynamics. Furthermore, it aims to highlight the challenges and opportunities that arise from this interconnection, shedding light on potential avenues for sustainable urban development and inclusive growth. This investigation aspires to contribute to the scholarly discourse on migration and urbanization, offering valuable insights for policymakers, urban planners, and stakeholders invested in fostering resilient and equitable urban environments amidst the evolving landscape of Navi Mumbai.

Community disaster resilience in Brazilian small urban centers

Brazilian small urban centers are facing several disasters impacts due to their singular environmental, economic, and social characteristics. A comprehensive approach encompassing multiple dimensions of resilience and adaptation is essential to minimize material and human losses. This article analyzes the community disaster resilience of 213 small urban centers in the Brazilian Southeast region, affected by recurrent events, such as floods, flash floods, and landslides. The study adopts a mixed-methods approach. First, a quantitative analysis was conducted at the municipal level using statistical techniques to develop a community disaster resilience index, incorporating social, economic, infrastructure, institutional, and community dimensions. Simultaneously, a qualitative assessment evaluated the levels of social capital at the intra-municipal scale among populations affected by disasters through an online questionnaire. The results demonstrated a direct correlation between community disaster resilience levels and the economic and urban development of the assessed municipalities. Lower levels of community disaster resilience were associated with higher vulnerability of the population, characterized by limited socioeconomic development, inadequate housing conditions, insufficient urban infrastructure for transportation, healthcare, leisure, and social support services, and ineffective implementation of public development policies. Moreover, the absence and limited diversity of leisure spaces that foster social connections contributed to reduced community engagement and participation, resulting in lower levels of social capital. This study underscores the need for comprehensive strategies to enhance community resilience in small urban centers facing recurrent disasters. The findings provide insights for policymakers and practitioners to prioritize interventions and investments in economic development, infrastructure improvement, and social capital enhancement as crucial elements of disaster risk reduction and resilience-building efforts.

Roles of Wireless Networks in Bridging the Rural Smart Infrastructural Divide

The past decade has seen a rise in the availability of modern information and communication technologies (ICTs) for developing smart societies and communities. However, the smart divide, characterized by inequalities in ICT infrastructures, software access, and individual capabilities, remains a significant barrier for rural communities. Limited empirical studies exist that explore what and how ICT infrastructures can be developed to bridge the smart divide. The paper aimed to address rural broadband access in the context of infrastructural dimensions of smart divide (i.e., smart infrastructural divide) in the United States, focusing on the wireless network infrastructure’s role in narrowing the gap. It examined the broadband specifications needed for smart applications like smart education and telehealth, emphasizing the importance of wireless network capabilities. While fixed broadband offers higher speeds, wireless networks can support many smart applications with decent flexibility and ease of access. To further understand the implications of wireless broadband to rural communities, we conducted a case study in Carbondale and Cairo, two rural towns in Southern Illinois, using on-site user-inspired speed testing. An Android application was developed to measure download/upload speeds and Reference Signal Received Power (RSRP) for broadband quality. Results suggest both Carbondale and Cairo experienced below-average speeds with high variability among census blocks, which highlights the need for improved wireless network infrastructure. The paper culminated in the technological and policy recommendations to narrow down the smart infrastructural divide.

Evaluation of The Quality of Physical Assets Batu Mahpar Geopark Recreation Park in Tasikmalaya District

Batu Mahpar Geopark Recreation Park has tourist attractions which include rock expanses, five waterfalls, campsites, mini zoos, outbound rides, museums, interpretation boards, outdoor swimming pools, and photo spots. However, there are a number of indications of problems related to the quality of physical assets, including the difficulty of finding public transportation, car parks, information centers, visitor needs kiosks and souvenir kiosks, there are ten photo spots that are damaged, trash cans are not separated by type of waste, put together places for ablution between men and women, there are footpaths covered with wild plants, and the cell phone signal is unstable. Based on the indications of these problems, it is necessary to conduct research that aims to evaluate the quality of Batu Mahpar's physical assets including the availability and condition of assets which consist of four dimensions including tourist attractions, accessibility, supporting facilities, and infrastructure. This research uses descriptive methods with qualitative and quantitative approaches. Data collection techniques used include observation, interviews, and questionnaires. The results of the evaluation show that the dimensions of tourist attractions, supporting facilities and infrastructure are good quality, while the accessibility dimensions have sufficient quality. The average value of the quality of physical assets resulting from the four dimensions is 64.66%. This means that Batu Mahpar's physical assets are of sufficient quality.Keywords: Facilities, Infrastructure, Physical Assets, Quality Evaluation, Tourism

Enhanced Organizational Performance: Integrating Dimensions for Sustainable Growth

This study examined how different factors—environmental, human resources, managerial, technological, and innovation—influence the organizational performance of small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). For the study methodology, a correlational research design was used to examine the relationships between variables in a sample of 476 SMEs in Colombia. Advanced statistical techniques were used, such as regression and correlation analyses with Monte Carlo simulation. We evaluated four dimensions, 16 factors, and 197 related variables to understand their impact on business performance. The results show that all the studied factors, i.e., environment, structure, management, and people, have a positive relationship with organizational performance. Additionally, the results indicate that SMEs tend to have strong performance in the dimensions of finance, infrastructure, and production but weaker performance in those of international, socioenvironmental, technological, institutional philosophy, process, and human resources management. These findings provide valuable insight into the areas that SMEs may need to focus on to improve their performance while underscoring the importance of considering a variety of factors when developing strategies to improve organizational performance.

Product Traceability and Supply Chain Sustainability of Black Soybeans as Raw Materials for Soy Sauce in Maintaining Quality and Safety

Black soybeans are a necessary raw material for the soy sauce industry in Indonesia, with the reason being that they are preferred because they have a natural black color and a delicious and savory taste. As a source of raw material for soy sauce, the industry ensures that the black soybean supply chain is sustainable and can meet production requirements in quality and quantity. This research aims to trace the product and supply chain of sustainable black soybeans as raw materials for soy sauce. The selection of data sources or informants in this study in Indonesia comprised 122 farmer groups that assisted or collaborated with cooperatives that sent black soybeans to be used as raw materials for making soy sauce; 1 field assistant; and 4 cooperatives that collaborated with the industry. The data collection techniques used in this study were observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. The types of documentation were research notes based on interview guides, research photos, and official institutional documents. The data analysis method used in this study was a qualitative approach with the help of QSR NVivo version 12 Plus software. The results of this study show that traceability in production is necessary to maintain safety, quality, and sustainability. Product traceability requires a monitoring system and regulations established by the industry that all stakeholders must follow, starting with farmer groups and cooperatives that supply raw materials to the industry. A good monitoring system places employees from the industry as agricultural assistants. As such, it will also determine the sustainability of the economic, social, environmental, technological, institutional, and infrastructural dimensions. Traceability in the production of black soybeans used as raw materials for making soy sauce, namely those of the Mallika variety that are round/whole and unbroken, will be accepted by the industry. The process carried out by farmer groups from planting to harvesting black soybeans is controlled by agricultural assistants and follows regulations set by the industry. The cooperative lends black soybean seeds to grade-A-seed-quality farmer groups. The farmer group repays the loan at harvest time and returns it to the cooperative in cash sums of 10,000 IDR/kg.

The Transformative Role of Adaptation Strategies in Designing Climate-Resilient and Sustainable Health Systems.

This article describes the growing repository of evidence-informed climate-related health actions and builds a case for transformative adaptation strategies. The health impacts of climate change are far-reaching and diverse, affecting vulnerable populations disproportionately and at varying scales. While adaptation policies and plans are becoming increasingly intersectional, there is limited implementation of health-focused adaptation interventions. Securing finance at scale, for one, is a challenge. Funds are not being mobilized at the rate or scale required. Least developed countries and small island developing states are most at-risk and the least likely to recover, even under conservative global warming scenarios. Thus, this article spotlights opportunities for more resilient and equitable health systems across key dimensions of health surveillance, service delivery, infrastructure, finance, capacity development and policy coherence. Given limits to adaptation, co-benefits of mitigation and adaptation actions will need to be systematically assessed and prioritized to address the residual effects of climate disasters.

The Future Of Jakarta As A Global Business City After The Relocation Of Indonesia's Capital To Borneo

This research concept paper examines the potential evolution of Jakarta's role as a global business city following the consequential decision to relocate Indonesia's capital to Borneo. The paper undertakes a comprehensive analysis of the economic, infrastructural, and socio-political dimensions that shape Jakarta's prospects in this new paradigm. Drawing from reputable sources and scholarly insights, the paper provides a structured exploration of the multifaceted implications of the capital relocation and its implications for Jakarta's position as a global business hub.

The Urban Impact Of Jakarta As A Global Business City In The Wake Of The Relocation Of Indonesia's Capital

This research concept paper endeavours to comprehensively investigate the multifaceted urban ramifications arising from Jakarta's transformation into a global business city subsequent to the relocation of Indonesia's capital to Borneo. Employing an interdisciplinary approach, the study will delve into the infrastructural, economic, social, and environmental dimensions of this transformation. This research aims to furnish valuable insights pertinent to urban planners, policymakers, and stakeholders invested in the city's trajectory.

Infrastructural Thinking in China: A Research Agenda

AbstractDespite China's leading role in the construction of infrastructure over the past decades, the most influential paradigms for the study of infrastructure in the social sciences originate from research conducted elsewhere. This introduction to the special section “Chinese Infrastructure: Techno-politics, Materialities, Legacies” seeks to address this apparent gap, and contributes to building an innovative research agenda for an infrastructural approach in the China studies field. To do so, it pushes forward an understanding of infrastructure as both an empirically rich material object of research and an analytical strategy for framing research questions. We draw from two strands of inquiry: recent efforts to rethink the materiality of infrastructures not as an inert or stable basis upon which more dynamic social processes emerge, but rather as unstable assemblages of human and non-human agencies; and scholarship that explores the often hidden (techno-)political dimensions of infrastructures, through which certain intended and unintended outcomes emerge less from the realms of policy and implementation and more from the material dispositions and effects of infrastructural formations. These strands of inquiry are brought together as part of our effort to recognize that the infrastructural basis of China's approach to development and statecraft deserves a more concerted theorizing of infrastructure than we have seen thus far.

Assessing the Spatial Diversity of Urban Cultural Landscape using Street View Data and Investigating Influential Factors: A Case Study of Beijing

As an open space bearing the urban context, urban cultural landscape is an important place to enhance the connotation of urban space and create the vitality of urban space. Cultural landscape is influenced by multiple factors in the process of formation and evolution, and there are distinct differences in individuation and regionalization. In this paper, with the help of Baidu Street View images, the evaluation system and measurement method are constructed from the five dimensions of architectural style, infrastructure, ecological environment, urban sketch and historical context. Taking Beijing as an example, the man-machine combination method is adopted to explore the factors affecting the spatial heterogeneity of urban cultural landscape based on GIS grid, and effective remediation measures are proposed. It has positive significance to enhance the connotation of urban culture, strengthen the comfort level of citizens and promote the deep development of urban cultural space.